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
Thirty-one staff members from across the district were honored for their many years of service to Eastern Carver County Schools, its students, its buildings, and more, at the May 22 school board meeting. Thank you for your dedication to the district!
The board is also hosting a listening session on the proposed renewal on Monday, June 5 from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. at the Chanhassen High School Auditorium. A short presentation explaining the recommendation will be followed by a public comment period where residents can provide their feedback.
A junior in her third year on the speech team, Browning was one of four Chaska High School students to qualify for the state tournament on April 28 at Eastview High School in Apple Valley. In total, Eastern Carver County Schools had 12 students qualify, including eight from Chanhassen High School.