Integrated Arts Academy
Our Mission: To prepare each learner for lifelong success through personalized, inquiry-based education combining art and core academic standards. We believe in education that is student-centered, community-focused, and relevant to our world.
Integrated Arts Academy is a public high school located in Chaska, Minnesota, founded on research linking academic success to the arts and hands-on learning experiences. Our curriculum embeds culinary, horticulture, visual arts, and floral and textile design into core subjects such as math, science, English, and social studies. The rich arts-integrated instruction, small school size (~125 students), and strong community partnerships offer students a true personalized high school education.
Happening at Integrated Arts Academy
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We are excited to be offering IAA Apparel again.
Very exciting that Simon Otto, head animator on the “How to Train Your Dragon” movies gives IAA graduates a special shout out.
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The Annual Gala is an opportunity for students to showcase their work to friends, family, district staff, and the community.
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As a fundraiser, the IAA is selling indoor and outdoor plants grown from seed in our Horticulture classes.
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Congratulations on this milestone! We are putting together a slideshow to acknowledge and celebrate your high school graduation.
If your child is graduating, or your family plans to move before next year’s school year, the balance in your child’s meal account can be refunded.
At A Glance Calendar
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Personalized Learning Happens Here
Culinary Arts
Culinary Arts
Students learn culinary techniques and management skills hands-on from educators in the classroom, but also gain experience with culinary professionals.
Horticulture
Horticulture
We teach environmental studies, ecology, business skills, teamwork, and more through the lens of the horticultural arts. We partner with the University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum and other local experts.
Visual Arts
Visual Arts
Our teaching methods combine a rigorous curriculum with active learning through the arts. Areas of study include ceramics, drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, photography, videography, and decorative art.
Floral & Textile Design
Floral & Textile Design
Integrated Arts Academy offers basic instruction in floral and textile design techniques with an emphasis on the elements and principles of design.