Registration is now open for grades K-12 fall activities at Eagle Ridge Academy of Minnetonka! ⚽🏃🎭📖🏈🏊♀️🏐🤖
Eagle Ridge Academy has switched to a new registration platform called Bound. We are hopeful that this new platform will make registration easier for our families. Check out the new Activities website and get registered today: https://www.gobound.com/mn/schools/eagleridgeacademy. #GoGryphons
Eagle Ridge Academy has switched to a new registration platform called Bound. We are hopeful that this new platform will make registration easier for our families. Check out the new Activities website and get registered today: https://www.gobound.com/mn/schools/eagleridgeacademy. #GoGryphons
At Eagle Ridge Academy, we follow the pursuit of Veritas, Probitas, and Pulchritudo, identifying in Latin the central tenets of our school: Truth, Goodness, and Beauty. Over Spring Break, we asked families how they were pursuing these tenets outside of the classroom and we are sharing the answers we received to hopefully inspire your family to make a Classical connection this summer! When families and teachers work together, we can inspire a life-long passion for learning. 💙💛💚
School of Rhetoric scholar Ro spent time over Spring Break on a hike in Boulder, Colorado. They went all the way from Chautauqua Park up to the Royal Arch, taking in the incredible nature sights along the way! Has your family been searching for the beauty in the outdoors this month? #GoGryphons #ClassicalEducation
👋 It's #NewStaffWelcomeWednesday! This week, we're introducing you to Rebecca Lapham, who will be joining us this August as a Grades 6-12 Special Education Math Teacher. Ms. Lapham received her Masters in Special Education from Bethel University and has been teaching Special Education math for 6 years.
"I was drawn to Eagle Ridge's longstanding excellence and their pillars, especially the focus on integrity and perseverance. I'm a big believer in the growth mindset and helping students do hard things," shared Ms. Lapham.
When she's not at school, you can find her on a hike, traveling somewhere, or with her nose in a book. She went to Iceland and Spain last summer, and is currently planning her next big trip to New Zealand. We are excited for Ms. Backstrom to join the Eagle Ridge Academy community! 🎉 #GoGryphons
"I was drawn to Eagle Ridge's longstanding excellence and their pillars, especially the focus on integrity and perseverance. I'm a big believer in the growth mindset and helping students do hard things," shared Ms. Lapham.
When she's not at school, you can find her on a hike, traveling somewhere, or with her nose in a book. She went to Iceland and Spain last summer, and is currently planning her next big trip to New Zealand. We are excited for Ms. Backstrom to join the Eagle Ridge Academy community! 🎉 #GoGryphons
The Eagle Ridge Academy Parent Teacher Organization is hosting an Incoming Kindergartner Playdate at Eagle Ridge Academy of Minnetonka THIS EVENING, July 21, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Eagle Ridge Academy of Brooklyn Center Kindergarteners are also invited to attend! ☀️🤸🍡
The playdate will be held on the ERA playground. Please park in the back parking lot by the tennis courts for easy access to the playground. Unable to make it this evening? There is also one more summer playdate scheduled for Wednesday, August 12.
The Incoming Kindergartner Playdates serve as a fun and informal way to build relationships within the school community. The PTO recognizes the importance of a smooth transition into Kindergarten and believes that these meet-ups will contribute to a positive and supportive start to the upcoming school year. Learn more about the ERA PTO here: https://erapto.org/. #GoGryphons #ClassicalEducation #BacktoSchool
The playdate will be held on the ERA playground. Please park in the back parking lot by the tennis courts for easy access to the playground. Unable to make it this evening? There is also one more summer playdate scheduled for Wednesday, August 12.
The Incoming Kindergartner Playdates serve as a fun and informal way to build relationships within the school community. The PTO recognizes the importance of a smooth transition into Kindergarten and believes that these meet-ups will contribute to a positive and supportive start to the upcoming school year. Learn more about the ERA PTO here: https://erapto.org/. #GoGryphons #ClassicalEducation #BacktoSchool
We're grateful to all the families that braved the heat to join us at Eagle Ridge Academy of Brooklyn Center over the weekend! 🏫 We loved meeting you and giving you a firsthand look at our approach to education, school culture, and what makes Eagle Ridge Academy unique. Families met some of our incredible teachers and staff members, toured the school, sat in on a Classical education lesson, and played on bounce houses out on the activity field!
Thank you as well to our partner Northside Achievement Zone (NAZ) for being onsite to provide families with academic assistance and resources. 📝
It's not too late to enroll at Eagle Ridge Academy of Brooklyn Center! If you are looking for a school that will challenge your child and build their character, apply today here ➡️ https://www.eagleridgeacademy.org/page/apply.
Applications are currently being accepted for students entering grades K-2 at our Brooklyn Center Campus and grades K-12 at our Minnetonka campus. #GoGryphons #ClassicalEducation #NowEnrolling
Join us TOMORROW, July 18, for a hands-on K-2 Experience at Eagle Ridge Academy of Brooklyn Center! Kids can participate in engaging classroom activities while parents get a firsthand look at our approach to education, school culture, and what makes Eagle Ridge Academy unique.
Come experience our school community, meet other families, and see what a tuition-free Classical education can offer your child. Then stick around for bounce houses and family fun!
K–2 Classroom Experience: 9:00-10:30 a.m.
Bounce House Party: 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
RSVP here: https://shorturl.at/UXZD9.
At Eagle Ridge Academy, we follow the pursuit of Veritas, Probitas, and Pulchritudo, identifying in Latin the central tenets of our school: Truth, Goodness, and Beauty. Over Spring Break, we asked families how they were pursuing these tenets outside of the classroom. We are sharing the answers with you to hopefully inspire your family to make a Classical connection this summer! When families and teachers work together, we can inspire a life-long passion for learning. 💙💛💚
School of Logic Gryphons Mila and Willa volunteered at Feed My Starving Children over Spring Break, packaging meals for those in need in Uganda. The group left feeling accomplished and grateful! How is your family being of service this summer? #GoGryphons #ClassicalEducation
#GoGryphons #ClassicalEducation
👋 It's #NewStaffWelcomeWednesday! This week, we're introducing you to Brogan Maxwell, who will be joining us this August as a Building Substitute. Mr. Maxwell received his Master of Arts in Film and Media from Johns Hopkins University.
"I was drawn by the pedagogy of a Classical liberal arts education. In my own studies, I found that same connection between instilling fundamentals and harnessing optimum outcomes. Diving deeper into Eagle Ridge Academy, I saw strong testing figures, an excellent graduation rate, and a student body truly dedicated to the world of academia, " shared Mr. Maxwell.
When he's not at school, you can find him attending live events like concerts and sporting matchups, or out running and staying active outdoors. We are excited for Mr. Maxwell to join the Eagle Ridge Academy community! 🎉 #GoGryphons
"I was drawn by the pedagogy of a Classical liberal arts education. In my own studies, I found that same connection between instilling fundamentals and harnessing optimum outcomes. Diving deeper into Eagle Ridge Academy, I saw strong testing figures, an excellent graduation rate, and a student body truly dedicated to the world of academia, " shared Mr. Maxwell.
When he's not at school, you can find him attending live events like concerts and sporting matchups, or out running and staying active outdoors. We are excited for Mr. Maxwell to join the Eagle Ridge Academy community! 🎉 #GoGryphons
Thank you to the Eagle Ridge Academy PTO for sponsoring a Lemonade War at Eagle Ridge Academy yesterday evening as part of our One School, One Book (OSOB) summer shared reading experience! 🍋
In June, families were invited to read a copy of "The Lemonade War" aloud with their children or listen to chapters read by Eagle Ridge Academy guest readers and were given suggested activities and discussion questions.
To bring the OSOB community together, families hosted their own lemonade stands at Eagle Ridge Academy yesterday evening! Attendees voted for their favorite lemonade and took part in other book- and lemon-related activities.
OSOB builds a community of readers and a sense of belonging within our school. When an entire school reads together, it generates excitement about reading. Thank you for being part of this joyful experience! 💛 #GoGryphons
In June, families were invited to read a copy of "The Lemonade War" aloud with their children or listen to chapters read by Eagle Ridge Academy guest readers and were given suggested activities and discussion questions.
To bring the OSOB community together, families hosted their own lemonade stands at Eagle Ridge Academy yesterday evening! Attendees voted for their favorite lemonade and took part in other book- and lemon-related activities.
OSOB builds a community of readers and a sense of belonging within our school. When an entire school reads together, it generates excitement about reading. Thank you for being part of this joyful experience! 💛 #GoGryphons
Thank you for joining us at Robbinsdale Whiz Bang Days over the weekend! 🎉 Our Gryphons had a blast passing out candy during the parade.
There's another opportunity to connect this weekend and we'd love to see you there! Join us this Saturday, July 18, for a hands-on K-2 Experience at Eagle Ridge Academy of Brooklyn Center! Kids can participate in engaging classroom activities while parents get a firsthand look at our approach to education, school culture, and what makes Eagle Ridge Academy unique.
Come experience our school community, meet other families, and see what a tuition-free Classical education can offer your child. Then stick around for bounce houses and family fun!
K–2 Classroom Experience: 9:00-10:30 a.m.
Bounce House Party: 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
RSVP here: https://shorturl.at/UXZD9. #GoGryphons
Can you believe we're already halfway through summer break? We hope you're spending plenty of time learning outdoors during your vacation, or even setting up camp inside like our School of Grammar students did at the end of the year! ⛺
Back in May, the ERA library was transformed into a campground for Camp Read-a-Lot, and students enjoyed reading inside tents with flashlights and a s'more-style snack around the "campfire". Thank you to Mrs. Tillotson and our parent volunteers that made this event so fun! 📚 #GoGryphons
Back in May, the ERA library was transformed into a campground for Camp Read-a-Lot, and students enjoyed reading inside tents with flashlights and a s'more-style snack around the "campfire". Thank you to Mrs. Tillotson and our parent volunteers that made this event so fun! 📚 #GoGryphons
At Eagle Ridge Academy, we follow the pursuit of Veritas, Probitas, and Pulchritudo, identifying in Latin the central tenets of our school: Truth, Goodness, and Beauty. Over Spring Break, we asked families how they were pursuing these tenets outside of the classroom and we are sharing the answers we received to hopefully inspire your family to make a Classical connection this summer! When families and teachers work together, we can inspire a life-long passion for learning. 💙💛💚
Schools of Grammar and Logic scholars Audrey, Elyse, and Brielle experienced the Beauty of the world by going on their first-ever cruise to the Bahamas. Looking out on the vastness of the ocean, seeing the power in the waves, and realizing we are only viewing a tiny piece of it was an unforgettable experience for the family! #GoGryphons #ClassicalEducation
Schools of Grammar and Logic scholars Audrey, Elyse, and Brielle experienced the Beauty of the world by going on their first-ever cruise to the Bahamas. Looking out on the vastness of the ocean, seeing the power in the waves, and realizing we are only viewing a tiny piece of it was an unforgettable experience for the family! #GoGryphons #ClassicalEducation
👋 It's #NewStaffWelcomeWednesday! This week, we're introducing you to Gary Siebert, who will be joining us this August as a School of Grammar Fourth Grade Teacher. Mr. Siebert has a Bachelor of Arts in Social Work with a minor in Communication Arts from Southwestern Oklahoma State University and a Graduate Certificate in Effective Teaching in Elementary Schools from Oklahoma State University. Him and his wife Rhonda, a retired teacher, just moved to the Twin Cities from the Oklahoma City area and are here to help care for their new granddaughter!
"I am most excited about working with new coworkers and students in an environment that places such a high value on time-tested practices," shared Mr. Siebert.
When he's not at school, you can find him with Rhonda attending college women's sports (Boomer Sooner!) and shows and concerts such as OKC Broadway and OKC Phil, traveling to see their children and granddaughters, or visiting areas with lots of natural beauty. We are excited for Mr. Siebert to join the Eagle Ridge Academy community! 🎉 #GoGryphons
"I am most excited about working with new coworkers and students in an environment that places such a high value on time-tested practices," shared Mr. Siebert.
When he's not at school, you can find him with Rhonda attending college women's sports (Boomer Sooner!) and shows and concerts such as OKC Broadway and OKC Phil, traveling to see their children and granddaughters, or visiting areas with lots of natural beauty. We are excited for Mr. Siebert to join the Eagle Ridge Academy community! 🎉 #GoGryphons
Join us on Saturday, July 18, for a hands-on K-2 Experience at Eagle Ridge Academy of Brooklyn Center! Kids can participate in engaging classroom activities while parents get a firsthand look at our approach to education, school culture, and what makes Eagle Ridge Academy unique.
Come experience our school community, meet other families, and see what a tuition-free Classical education can offer your child. Then stick around for bounce houses and family fun!
K–2 Classroom Experience: 9:00-10:30 a.m.
Bounce House Party: 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
RSVP here: https://shorturl.at/UXZD9.
Come experience our school community, meet other families, and see what a tuition-free Classical education can offer your child. Then stick around for bounce houses and family fun!
K–2 Classroom Experience: 9:00-10:30 a.m.
Bounce House Party: 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
RSVP here: https://shorturl.at/UXZD9.
Just as Eagle Ridge Academy presents Pins of Perseverance to students who have completed the Schools of Logic and Rhetoric (grades 6-12) at Eagle Ridge, pins are also given to staff members who have served at the Academy for seven years. 🦅 At the annual end-of-year district meeting, Rajalakshmi Suresh, Angel Leyva, Nicole Larson, Gomathi Kopparapu, Tanuja Basu, Kim Crouch, and Devin Kuneck were presented with their Pins of Perseverance, which they wore at this year's Commencement Ceremony.
We also congratulate Chris Ward, Suzannah Toso, Melanie Combs, Sarah Soetanto, Cathy Lengvenis, and Rebecca Woolf for earning their TEN-YEAR plaques! 👏
Thank you to these staff members and to our entire team of faculty who make Eagle Ridge Academy such a special place to work and learn. #GoGryphons #ClassicalEducation
We also congratulate Chris Ward, Suzannah Toso, Melanie Combs, Sarah Soetanto, Cathy Lengvenis, and Rebecca Woolf for earning their TEN-YEAR plaques! 👏
Thank you to these staff members and to our entire team of faculty who make Eagle Ridge Academy such a special place to work and learn. #GoGryphons #ClassicalEducation
Eagle Ridge Academy wishes you a Happy Independence Day weekend! One of our core values, and the first of our six pillars, is Citizenship. We are proud of all of our students for displaying citizenship every day.
As a reminder, summer office hours will resume on Monday, July 6. Eagle Ridge Academy’s summer office hours are Monday-Thursday, 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. #GoGryphons
As a reminder, summer office hours will resume on Monday, July 6. Eagle Ridge Academy’s summer office hours are Monday-Thursday, 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. #GoGryphons
At Eagle Ridge Academy, we follow the pursuit of Veritas, Probitas, and Pulchritudo, identifying in Latin the central tenets of our school: Truth, Goodness, and Beauty. Over Spring Break, we asked families how they were pursuing these tenets outside of the classroom. We will be sharing the answers to hopefully inspire your family to make a Classical connection this summer! When families and teachers work together, we can inspire a life-long passion for learning. 💙💛💚
School of Logic student Rosemary saw such beautiful sea shells and ocean creatures at the shell capital of the United States on Sanibel Island in Florida! While there, her family learned about mollusks and even saw a new baby octopus at the Sanibel Island Aquarium and Shell Museum. 🐙 #GoGryphons #ClassicalEducation
School of Logic student Rosemary saw such beautiful sea shells and ocean creatures at the shell capital of the United States on Sanibel Island in Florida! While there, her family learned about mollusks and even saw a new baby octopus at the Sanibel Island Aquarium and Shell Museum. 🐙 #GoGryphons #ClassicalEducation
👋 It's #NewStaffWelcomeWednesday! This week, we're introducing you to Catie Backstrom, who will be joining us this August as a Schools of Logic & Rhetoric 6-12 Social Skills Teacher and Case Manager. Ms. Backstrom graduated from Edina High School, studied Pastoral Youth Ministry at Saint Mary’s University in Winona, served in AmeriCorps, received her Masters in Special Education - ASD, SLD, EBD from Saint Mary’s Twin Cities, and has been teaching for the past five years in large public schools.
"One thing that drew me to ERA was the community. I felt a sense of family as I toured the halls and I’ve been longing for that feeling and to be a part of a team," shared Ms. Backstrom.
When she's not at school, you can find her reading, gardening, playing with her two orange tabby cats that both look like Garfield, and traveling with her family (including her four year old daughter that will hopefully join her at ERA soon!). We are excited for Ms. Backstrom to join the Eagle Ridge Academy community! 🎉 #GoGryphons
"One thing that drew me to ERA was the community. I felt a sense of family as I toured the halls and I’ve been longing for that feeling and to be a part of a team," shared Ms. Backstrom.
When she's not at school, you can find her reading, gardening, playing with her two orange tabby cats that both look like Garfield, and traveling with her family (including her four year old daughter that will hopefully join her at ERA soon!). We are excited for Ms. Backstrom to join the Eagle Ridge Academy community! 🎉 #GoGryphons
Today is the FINAL #TransportationTuesday before 2026-27 Transportation Contracts are due. ⌛ Don't miss the bus! Complete your contract by TOMORROW, July 1, to ensure transportation for the first day of school and avoid a $50-per-child late fee. 🚍
Find everything you need at these pages:
Eagle Ridge Academy of Minnetonka: eagleridgeacademy.org/page/minnetonka-transportation
Eagle Ridge Academy of Brooklyn Center: eagleridgeacademy.org/page/brooklyn-center-transportation
Please check your email for the password to view the routes and contact Karen Conner, Operations Manager, with questions at kconner@eagleridgeacademy.org. #GoGryphons
Find everything you need at these pages:
Eagle Ridge Academy of Minnetonka: eagleridgeacademy.org/page/minnetonka-transportation
Eagle Ridge Academy of Brooklyn Center: eagleridgeacademy.org/page/brooklyn-center-transportation
Please check your email for the password to view the routes and contact Karen Conner, Operations Manager, with questions at kconner@eagleridgeacademy.org. #GoGryphons
Looking to learn more about our nation's history this Fourth of July week? Follow the lead of our fifth grade scholars and take a trip to Fort Snelling, a former military fortification and National Historic Landmark! On their field trip in May, fifth graders took a guide tour of the fort, experienced the stories of the people who lived in and around the fort, and participated in staff demonstrations. This field trip connects to the fifth grade history units on Westward Expansion, the Civil War, and Exploration. #GoGryphons
