FIT Academy Charter School was awarded the Readers' Choice Award for Best Public School by Apple Valley ThisWeek/Dakota County Tribune for the third consecutive year! FIT Academy received the award for the 2021-22, 2022-23, and 2023-24 school years!
Purpose Statement
In accordance with Minnesota state statute, FIT Academy’s goal is to improve all student learning and achievement. Our mission is to support this effort by providing balance in meeting the mental, physical, and emotional needs of children. Our academic focus is to provide a rigorous experience built on a foundation of essential core knowledge. In an effort to accomplish this while welcoming all students and families, FIT Academy limits its engagement in special interests and politics to what is appropriate in the classroom and respects the family’s place in shaping these discussions at home.
Important Dates & Announcements
Children who develop healthy practices are more likely to lead healthy and fit lifestyles as adults. Research shows that exercise activates brain activity and stimulates opportunities for child development.
Fueled by a healthy brain, Intellectual Development provides the motivation and the foundation for all human advancement and provides children with the knowledge to be self-determined.
Effective human interaction is at the core of all successful endeavors. Often times referred to as emotional intelligence, teamwork and character skills prepare students for life.
Our Mission
FIT Academy prepares the whole student to lead a fulfilling, responsible, and successful life by purposefully integrating the three developmental areas of Fitness & Health, Intellectual Development, and Teamwork & Character into the educational experience.
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Our Mission
FIT Academy prepares the whole student to lead a fulfilling, responsible, and successful life by purposefully integrating the three developmental areas of Fitness & Health, Intellectual Development, and Teamwork & Character into the educational experience.
PHYSICAL
Children who develop healthy practices are more likely to lead happy and healthy lives as adults. Research shows that exercise activates brain activity by feeding more oxygen and nutrients to the working brain.
MENTAL
Fueled by a healthy brain, intellectual development provides the foundation for all human advancement and provides children with the knowledge to be self-determined.
EMOTIONAL
Emotional intelligence is widely recognized as a primary determinant of human success. By proving a balanced approach to the mental and physical development of children, FIT Academy provides a strong foundation for the development of emotional intelligence as supported by our Word of the Month.