CORNERSTONES PROGRAM

21 Students

High School 6th - 12th

School Overview

The Cornerstones Program, located at 720 9th Ave in Howard Lake, MN, is a specialized educational initiative operating under the umbrella of the Wright Technical Center. It is designed to provide a supportive, alternative learning environment for students who may require more individualized attention or a different academic structure than what is offered in a traditional classroom setting. The program focuses on credit recovery, social-emotional development, and preparing students for successful transitions after high school, whether that involves further education or entering the workforce.

By emphasizing small class sizes and personalized instruction, Cornerstones aims to help students overcome academic or behavioral hurdles that might impede their success in a conventional school district. The program fosters a collaborative relationship between staff, students, and families, creating a holistic approach to student growth. Ultimately, the school serves as a vital resource for the region, ensuring that students have a flexible and encouraging path to earning their diplomas and developing the life skills necessary for long-term independence.

Total Students

3.4

Full-Time Teachers

6.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

47.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for CORNERSTONES PROGRAM
Demographic	Student Count
White	14
Hispanic	5
Two or More	2

White
14 (66.7 %)
Hispanic
5 (23.8 %)
Two or More
2 (9.5 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Special Education School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	MEEKER AND WRIGHT SPECIAL EDUCATION
Phone:	(320)543-1122
Grade Range:	6th - 12th
Total Students:	21
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	3.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	6.2
NSLP Participation:¹	No
Qualified Free Lunch:	9
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	1

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 4

Grade 10 4

Grade 11 7

Grade 12 6