Integrated Arts Academy
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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 founded on research linking academic success to the arts and hands-on learning experiences. Our curriculum embeds culinary, horticulture and visual arts into core subjects such as English, math, science, and social studies. The rich arts-integrated instruction, small school size (~80 students), and strong community partnerships offer students a true personalized high school education.
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, and teamwork 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.
Happening in Our District
![112 Online: Sept. 12, 2024]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1670601328/district112org/dgokrrnbyyrlrsbpqx08/112Online.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1670601328/district112org/dgokrrnbyyrlrsbpqx08/112Online.jpg","width":350}])
The first of day of school is always an exciting time. A new backpack, those first-day clothes. It is a reunion of friendships. It is the joy of seeing a former teacher, and the eagerness to meet a new one. For our youngest learners, everything is all so new. Pin numbers and learning how to open a milk carton. For our seniors in high school, everything is all so familiar. But at the same point, a new journey is on the horizon. We hope everyone has had a great start to the school year! You belong here in Eastern Carver County Schools!
![IAA Newsletter September 2024]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1687796706/district112org/gpws5uvxrrz4ioxsacbf/eccs_IAA_mascot_4c.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1687796706/district112org/gpws5uvxrrz4ioxsacbf/eccs_IAA_mascot_4c.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1687796706/district112org/gpws5uvxrrz4ioxsacbf/eccs_IAA_mascot_4c.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1687796706/district112org/gpws5uvxrrz4ioxsacbf/eccs_IAA_mascot_4c.png","width":1036}])
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about IAA Newsletter September 2024
![Get to Know Our SROs: Ethan Larson]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1725633469/district112org/a0nnyp260vsguuhcszdp/EthanLarson.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1725633469/district112org/a0nnyp260vsguuhcszdp/EthanLarson.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1725633469/district112org/a0nnyp260vsguuhcszdp/EthanLarson.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1725633469/district112org/a0nnyp260vsguuhcszdp/EthanLarson.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1725633469/district112org/a0nnyp260vsguuhcszdp/EthanLarson.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1725633469/district112org/a0nnyp260vsguuhcszdp/EthanLarson.jpg","width":2200}])
Meet Chanhassen High School's School Resource Officer, Deputy Ethan Larson
![Get to Know Our SROs: Hunter Panning]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1725633297/district112org/hmdhelcwenrdot3dyqeq/HunterPanning.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1725633297/district112org/hmdhelcwenrdot3dyqeq/HunterPanning.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1725633297/district112org/hmdhelcwenrdot3dyqeq/HunterPanning.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1725633297/district112org/hmdhelcwenrdot3dyqeq/HunterPanning.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1725633297/district112org/hmdhelcwenrdot3dyqeq/HunterPanning.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1725633297/district112org/hmdhelcwenrdot3dyqeq/HunterPanning.jpg","width":2200}])
Meet Integrated Arts Academy and our three middle schools' School Resource Officer, Hunter Panning
![Get to Know Our SROs: Trent Wurtz]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1725633190/district112org/ustppl1kmnmbg8tvd3qz/TrentWurtz.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1725633190/district112org/ustppl1kmnmbg8tvd3qz/TrentWurtz.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725633190/district112org/ustppl1kmnmbg8tvd3qz/TrentWurtz.png","width":515}])
Meet Chaska High School's School Resource Officer, Trent Wurtz
![Superintendent Learning & Listening Tour]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1724948970/district112org/gmvjdmiovjuytovevm8a/JP6A3907.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1724948970/district112org/gmvjdmiovjuytovevm8a/JP6A3907.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1724948970/district112org/gmvjdmiovjuytovevm8a/JP6A3907.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1724948970/district112org/gmvjdmiovjuytovevm8a/JP6A3907.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1724948970/district112org/gmvjdmiovjuytovevm8a/JP6A3907.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1724948970/district112org/gmvjdmiovjuytovevm8a/JP6A3907.jpg","width":2200}])
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about Superintendent Learning & Listening Tour
As we gear up for another incredible school year, I want to take a moment to recognize the tremendous work that took place over the summer. Our buildings and grounds, along with our operations staff, have been hard at work, ensuring that our facilities are in top shape to support our students' learning experiences. The improvements and projects completed this summer are a shining example of our commitment to optimizing our management of resources to support student learning, one of our key strategic directions.