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.

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Intellect

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Teamwork

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.

Brain Scan Photos Sitting Vs. Walking

Hillman et al. (2009). Neuroscience, 159, 1044-1054

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.

Activating Hearts... Inspiring Minds!

Our Four Highlights

Daily time for physical education and health

Weekly field day at an indoor sports facility

Curricular Focus on Foundational Knowledge

Partnerships-based extracurricular programs

Guided by the Fundamental Principle of the Olympic Games

Olympism is a philosophy of life, exalting and combining in a balanced whole the qualities of body, will and mind.