MTS PEASE ACADEMY

MTS Pease Academy, located in the Marcy-Holmes neighborhood of Minneapolis, is a unique public charter school specifically designed to serve students in recovery from chemical dependency. As part of the Minnesota Transitions Charter School (MTCS) network, the academy provides a supportive, sober academic environment where students can earn their high school diplomas while maintaining their commitment to a substance-free lifestyle. By integrating traditional academics with specialized recovery support, the school aims to remove the social pressures often found in conventional high school settings, allowing students to focus on both their educational goals and their personal well-being.

The school is widely recognized for its mission to provide a safe, stable, and empathetic atmosphere for youth who have struggled with addiction. Because it is a small, specialized program, MTS Pease Academy fosters close relationships between students and staff, often involving ongoing support from counselors and recovery specialists. For students who have experienced academic disruption due to substance abuse, the academy offers a vital pathway to graduation, combining flexible learning opportunities with a structured community that prioritizes long-term health and academic success.