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 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 Teacher Mr. Sundermeyer traveled to Point Pinos to take in the beauty and history of Monterrey Bay in Northern California over Spring Break. Fun fact: The Point Pinos Lighthouse is the oldest continuously operating lighthouse on the West Coast! #GoGryphons #ClassicalEducation
School of Logic Teacher Mr. Sundermeyer traveled to Point Pinos to take in the beauty and history of Monterrey Bay in Northern California over Spring Break. Fun fact: The Point Pinos Lighthouse is the oldest continuously operating lighthouse on the West Coast! #GoGryphons #ClassicalEducation
👋 It's #NewStaffWelcomeWednesday! This week, we're introducing you to Court Weck, who will be joining us this August as a School of Rhetoric Grade 11 Humanities Teacher. Ms. Weck graduated from the University of Iowa with a BA and MA in History, and then from North Dakota State University with a degree in Secondary History Education. She has taught grades 4 through 12, and even taught at a few colleges over her many years of teaching History, Geography, Spanish, Reading and English in North Dakota, South Dakota, Iowa and Illinois.
"I was looking for a school for my girls that mirrored my own experience at a college prep school, and I was ready for a new state adventure. I found Eagle Ridge online… A culture of learning? Latin? Small class sizes? Happy teachers? Swords at graduation? Yes please!!!! When I saw they were looking for a Social Studies/Humanities teacher, I applied the next day.” shared Ms. Weck. “I am so excited to share my love of learning with students as we read amazing books and place them in a larger historical world context. Let’s do this!”
When she's not at school, you can find her spending time with her family who include Rich (husband and mathematician), Freya (6th grade at ERA), Solveig (4th grade at ERA), and 2 Goldendoodles (Coco and Biscuit). They can usually be found at a Girl Scout camp, a softball field, a dance studio, playing music together, or reading as much as they can. Ms. Weck enjoys reading, nature and travel… preferably a combination of the three. She’s on a mission to visit all 50 states by age 50 (she’s at 42 so far!) and all 7 continents by age 70 (4 more to go!). She also likes to build epic play structures out of wood during her summer breaks… play sets, forts, decks, stages… she says it is LEGO for grownups! She’s also always practicing Spanish and German too, or attempting to sing along to musical soundtracks. We are excited for Ms. Weck to join the Eagle Ridge Academy community! 🎉 #GoGryphons
This year, Cohort G graduated from the three-year Classical Teacher Certificate Program, becoming Masters of Classics. The program provides masters-level training for teachers and staff seeking to deepen their knowledge of #ClassicalEducation.
Congratulations to Suzannah Toso, Michael Pelofske, Linda Francis, Preeti Khatri, Tim Huston, Melissa Lego, Delaney Fletcher, Michael Clinger, and Paige Schneider for this incredible accomplishment. We applaud them for continuing to seek knowledge by persevering through the three years of this program. It took an incredible amount of time, effort, energy, focus, and appreciation for Classical Education and the mission and vision of Eagle Ridge Academy to graduate from this program. These scholars have all earned the title "Master of Classics" and we are honored to have them as integral parts of the Eagle Ridge Academy community. Thank you for all you do. #GoGryphons #MasterofClassics #ClassicalEducation
Congratulations to Suzannah Toso, Michael Pelofske, Linda Francis, Preeti Khatri, Tim Huston, Melissa Lego, Delaney Fletcher, Michael Clinger, and Paige Schneider for this incredible accomplishment. We applaud them for continuing to seek knowledge by persevering through the three years of this program. It took an incredible amount of time, effort, energy, focus, and appreciation for Classical Education and the mission and vision of Eagle Ridge Academy to graduate from this program. These scholars have all earned the title "Master of Classics" and we are honored to have them as integral parts of the Eagle Ridge Academy community. Thank you for all you do. #GoGryphons #MasterofClassics #ClassicalEducation
Now that it's August, we are deep in preparation for a smooth and successful start of the school year and we need YOUR help! Will you join the Give 5 Movement and volunteer this month? 🖐️
We have several opportunities for which we could use some assistance from now through the first three weeks of August. Days and times are very flexible, but generally at-school tasks would be done any time between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Most critical:
1. Curriculum stamping and delivery to classrooms – Aug. 5
2. Back to School Folder assembly – Aug. 11-15
These needs - and several others - are listed here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F054AADAB28A3F85-64571265-202627. We appreciate each and every minute of help. Thank you! 😊 #GoGryphons #VolunteerERA #Give5Movement #Volunteer
We have several opportunities for which we could use some assistance from now through the first three weeks of August. Days and times are very flexible, but generally at-school tasks would be done any time between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Most critical:
1. Curriculum stamping and delivery to classrooms – Aug. 5
2. Back to School Folder assembly – Aug. 11-15
These needs - and several others - are listed here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F054AADAB28A3F85-64571265-202627. We appreciate each and every minute of help. Thank you! 😊 #GoGryphons #VolunteerERA #Give5Movement #Volunteer
Thank you to our Eagle Ridge Academy of Brooklyn Center gryphons for joining us at the Principal Welcome Picnic on Wednesday! At the event, families spoke with School of Grammar Principal Mr. Rehwaldt, met other families, explored the school, and enjoyed a meal together. We can't wait for everyone to be back for our FIRST first day of school in just a few weeks! #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 are 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 Parmi went on a road trip to St. Louis, Missouri and Nashville, Tennessee over Spring Break, taking in the beautiful natural sights of our country. #GoGryphons #ClassicalEducation
School of Logic student Parmi went on a road trip to St. Louis, Missouri and Nashville, Tennessee over Spring Break, taking in the beautiful natural sights of our country. #GoGryphons #ClassicalEducation
👋 It's #NewStaffWelcomeWednesday! This week, we're introducing you to Adaira Hagemeister, who will be joining us this August as a Second Grade Teacher at Eagle Ridge Academy of Brooklyn Center! Mrs. Hagemeister graduated from North Central University with a degree in Elementary Education.
"I am excited to teach with core virtues incorporated within my everyday teaching as well as being a part of a new building teaching more community around the cities," shared Mrs. Hagemeister.
When she's not at school, you can find her going on outdoor adventures with her two sons and husband! We are excited for Mrs. Hagemeister to join the Eagle Ridge Academy community! 🎉 #GoGryphons
"I am excited to teach with core virtues incorporated within my everyday teaching as well as being a part of a new building teaching more community around the cities," shared Mrs. Hagemeister.
When she's not at school, you can find her going on outdoor adventures with her two sons and husband! We are excited for Mrs. Hagemeister to join the Eagle Ridge Academy community! 🎉 #GoGryphons
The Summer Used Uniform Sale and PTO Kickoff is coming up this Thursday, July 30, 4:00-8:00 p.m. in the Eagle Ridge Academy of Minnetonka Forum. All families are invited to stock up on uniforms and spirit wear prior to the start of the school year, including Brooklyn Center families!
Uniforms for donation or sale can be dropped off at school through today, July 28. We are still looking for volunteers, especially for set up and clean up. Please click here to help out: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0D49ABAF22AAFC1-62449454-summer#/. #GoGryphons
Uniforms for donation or sale can be dropped off at school through today, July 28. We are still looking for volunteers, especially for set up and clean up. Please click here to help out: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0D49ABAF22AAFC1-62449454-summer#/. #GoGryphons
When School of Grammar Gryphons were counting down the ABCs until summer this year, the letter W required a Water Day out in the ERA courtyard. It was a total blast! 🌊
Did you know that if you start counting down the ABCS today, Z will fall on the Friday before the first day of school? 🔤 Make the most of the last days of summer, scholars! #GoGryphons
Did you know that if you start counting down the ABCS today, Z will fall on the Friday before the first day of school? 🔤 Make the most of the last days of summer, scholars! #GoGryphons
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
