CENTENNIAL AREA LEARNING CENTER

CENTENNIAL AREA LEARNING CENTER is a Title I public high school that is part of the Centennial Public School District school district, located in CIRCLE PINES, MN with about 51 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 6 teachers, CENTENNIAL AREA LEARNING CENTER has a student/teacher ratio of about 8:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The CENTENNIAL AREA LEARNING CENTER (CALC), located in Circle Pines, Minnesota, is a specialized educational facility operating under the Centennial School District (ISD 12). Designed as an alternative to the traditional high school environment, the center focuses on providing personalized instruction and flexible programming for students who may benefit from a smaller, more supportive, or non-traditional learning atmosphere. Its mission is centered on helping students earn their high school diplomas by addressing individual academic, social, and emotional needs through a more individualized approach to curriculum and pacing.

The school is structured to foster student success by offering smaller class sizes and closer relationships with faculty, which allows for more direct mentorship and targeted academic interventions. By providing a distinct pathway to graduation, the CALC serves as an essential resource for students who require an adaptable schedule or a different learning structure to thrive. Overall, the center plays a key role in the district’s efforts to ensure all students have access to the necessary support systems to complete their secondary education and prepare for post-secondary transitions.

For more information, contact CENTENNIAL AREA LEARNING CENTER at (763) 398-2960 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.