Open House
Thurs., Feb. 7, 2008
5:00 – 6:30 p.m.
Kindergarten Orientation
Thurs., May 22, 2008
5:00 – 6:30 p.m. |
Maxfield Magnet School is a vibrant learning environment that offers a world of opportunities academically and socially. Located in the Midway/Frogtown area, Maxfield Magnet School serves learners in pre-kindergarten through sixth grade. The school offers a unique educational experience which combines best practices in academics with a focus on the urban learner.
Teachers are trained through the Project for Academic Excellence and have provided our students a great springboard for academic rigor and social responsibility. Our teachers are well- versed in teaching culturally responsive curricula that meets the high Minnesota and National standards.
We place great emphasis on rigor and critical thought. In 2005-06 we solidified our instructional efforts through collaboratives with the University of Minnesota Arboretum, University of Minnesota Mathematics department, Bethel University and Walker-West Music Academy. Our specialty areas include science, global studies, media/technology, and physical education. We cherish our families and community partners and seek to include them in all aspects of our instructional practices. Although Maxfield has exited the "struggling school" list, we will continue to offer the challenges and rigor that will keep us as a positive light in the Summit University Community. Maxfield is a great place to learn and grow!
Special Highlights:
- Four year old kindergarten classes
- All day kindergarten
- On -Site dental clinic
- School uniforms
- Maxfield Greats enrichment offers string, African drumming and dance, visual arts, piano, Martial arts instruction after school
- Choir
- After school tutorials
- Girls soccer team affiliated with the Minnesota Thunder
- Family fun nights
- School Wide Enrichment Model
- Strong Science and Math curriculum through partnership with the U of M
- Warm welcoming environment
- Family Empowerment and community resources fairs
- Single gender classrooms at the 6th grade level
- Maxfield Magnet School offers on-site comprehensive dental health services to students through its partnership with Children's Dental Services of Minneapolis
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