Amazing people are fantastic facility…read more I did a lot of checking after the uptown YWCA closed down and this was by far the best facility in the area based on price the welcoming staff clean facility and security. They have a really good assortment of cardio machines and indoor running track basketball courts full size pool steam rooms and a hot tub and sauna in each of the men's and women's locker room.

Excellent programs! Very welcoming and friendly environment. My daughter is enjoying her experience…read moreat Sylvan in Chaska. -Carrie D

Big school, lots going on over the weekend. Had a basketball tourney, and there was 7v7, softball…read moreand lacrosse allowing on. Gym was smelly, like fungus stinky.

The Stillwater HS is a huge beautiful and newer complex so it's easy to get lost if you don't know…read morewhere you're going. We've used the facilities there for community education activities and going to see performances in the theater. The theater is wonderful and I loved the angled seating. Great place to see a show.

This is an amazing school with a diverse student population and an incredibly dedicated faculty and…read morestaff. I live near the school and have had numerous positive interactions with the children and teachers at Sullivan. Their presence in the area provides the atmosphere of joy and wonder that only a vibrant school community can bring to a neighborhood.

Probably one of the worst schools in Minneapolis. All you'll hear is people cussing/yelling at each…read moreother and rap music playing. Teachers here don't know how to teach, more than half their students are failing all their classes. Test scores here are lower than the lowest. If you ask me, 90% of the students here seem like they couldn't care less about their education.

Um, wow! This Y is like a high end gym, but instead your money goes to a great non-profit! I felt…read morelike I was walking through a spa in some parts haha. I've only been to the Uptown Y before, but am so glad I checked this location out! PARKING: They have a private lot and it's $1 (I believe for the first hour, and then $1 each hour after), which is nice to have downtown! Entrance is by buzzer only. AMENITIES: Similar to other Y locations in Minne, you'll find a pool, sauna, hot tub, two weights areas, a few rooms for group fitness classes, a basketball court, and more here. OFFERINGS: They offer private training (3 free sessions when you sign up), group fitness classes, swim workout classes, massage and more here. They even have a childcare area! ATMOSPHERE: I loved the vibe here! Peaceful music playing, not crowded at all (I did go at 4pm so probably best the evening rush), extremely nice updated bathrooms (with all-gender option), and well cared for equipment and amenities. PRICE: I joined in January for $0 joiner fee and $66/month for the year - competitive with other gyms in the area with similar amenities, and your money goes to a non-profit with a great cause! Highly recommend this location!

I have been working out here for about 20 years and it has been upgraded constantly…read more This is a really nice workout facility for anyone living or working in downtown. They have a pool that is always open for lap swimming, hot tub and sauna. They have lots of cardio equipment and free weights. They also have olympic lifting gear including bumper plates. The trainers are top notch. I have taken Olympic weight lifting and boot camp at this location and have always had a blast. The inner courtyard makes for a great area to do incline or decline sprints or body weight workouts. This is my go to gym when I am in Minneapolis. The best part is they are a non profit and put all the money you pay into community development with an emphasis on empowering women and girls. What is not to love!

Minnehaha Academy is a traditional college preparatory school that offers pre-K to grade 12…read moreeducation. MA has two beautiful campuses on the bluffs of the Mississippi River with spacious grounds, with about 12 acres each. MA, like many east coast prep schools, was founded by Protestants from Europe. Opening in 1913, the school is affiliated with the Covenant Church (a historic branch the Lutheran Church that is now a separate denomination). MA has a strong commitment to faith with weekly chapel services and taking a traditional approach to teaching religion by having specific religious classes and bringing the topic of religion into other classes as well. This is done with other subjects as well, since many of the humanities and sciences overlap--for example you could have a discussion in history class about science or literature; in this way the student is able to understand the whole story from multiple angles and gain a deeper understanding of the world. The schools commitment to academics is extraordinary, boasting one of the best AP programs in the state, and if the class doesn't have an AP test then the school offers alternatives such as the College in the Schools program where students take a class from the University of Minnesota from one of their teachers and earn college credit. The school has also partnered with various scientific institutions to send a project to the International Space Station each year, joining only two other high schools in the nation that have this honor. The language department is also very excellent offering French, Latin, Spanish and Chinese; all of which start out at high school levels (open to middle school students) and go through college levels. The teachers are highly educated and care very deeply about the students and for many, remain mentors throughout their time at the Academy and their future. Most of the teachers hold masters or doctorate degrees in their area of study. The community of students is kind and caring for each other, and many long lasting friendships are formed. The school also has excellent food and offers breakfast and lunch. MA has a head and sous chef who create healthy and delicious meals and snacks for the students. Breakfast generally has cereal, scones, sandwiches, eggs, pancakes, bacon, et cetera. Lunch offers a salad bar, made to order options, homemade soups and various options including fresh carved pork, turkey, pastas and chicken. The chefs are friendly and take student suggestions seriously and work hard to make the best food possible. The school is also very devoted to the arts and has a entire fine arts center that includes a woodshop, dark room, art room, pottery studio, band room, orchestra room, private practice rooms, art gallery, scene shop, costume shop, concert hall/theater. The school features several performance ensembles including a Concert Band, Symphonic Wind Ensemble, String Orchestra, Symphony Orchestra, Men's Choir, Women's Chorale, Concert Choir and Madrigal singers. Each ensemble has earned top marks at state. The Symphonic Wind Ensemble and Concert Choir go on tour, alternating year to year. The tour locations have included: Prague, Slovakia, Salzburg, Sweden, Italy, Germany, Washington D.C., Chicago among other locations. In the year the ensembles are on break from the tour, they put on variety shows: the bands perform the pops concert and the choirs perform a medieval dinner. The school puts on three plays: musical, play and student run show; each has one various state and sometimes national awards. The school also has top notch athletic facilities including separate soccer and football fields, a full size ice arena, two full size gyms, wrestling room and a weight room. MA's athletic teams have won a combined 4 state championships in the past decade alone and provide very supportive C, JV, and Varsity teams. The school also has many organizations and academic teams. The Debate team, which I captained during my time is one of the state's best, being the only school to have a pair of debaters go to the varsity finals back to back (my partner and I), bringing home a state championship and a 2nd place trophy. The school also offers clubs centering around the environment, music, literature, journalism and writing. The school newspaper and yearbook have won various national awards for journalism, photography, layout, overall achievement, etc. MA really helps students achieve and builds a strong foundation for college through curriculum, advanced academics, supportive staff, and graduation requirements that are similar to most colleges. Many of the students attend private 4 year institutions including St. Olaf, Carlton, Harvard, Yale, Stanford, Boston College, Vanderbilt, University of Chicago, Northwestern and more. Minnehaha Academy has nurtured the minds of some of Minnesota's best students. MA goes farther than the other prep schools in Minnesota: it truly is the place where youth meet truth.

Senior year is said to be better, at least we get sunlight. We go on zoo field trips sometimes and…read morethat's really fun. Blue house has better teachers than rose house so good luck. Art class is fun but the poor art teacher is all by herself. The principal is such a sweet lady and they have listened to their students so well

History The School…read moreof Environmental Studies Education Foundation (SESEF) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) community foundation dedicated to supporting the excellent education of students in the School of Environmental Studies. The school is part of Independent School District 196 and is located in Apple Valley, Minnesota. The foundation, established in 1999, encourages high academic standards, experiential learning, and excellence in teaching by providing scholarships and grants for new and innovative projects that, due to budget limitations, the school is unable to fund. The foundation board is composed of volunteer parents, faculty and citizens interested in the success of the School of Environmental Studies and its students. Mission Statement The mission of the School of Environmental Studies Education Foundation is to stimulate innovation, opportunity, and advocacy for the School of Environmental Studies community and the positive contributions it makes to the world. Please check our website for the wonderful education programs we support, and support us by volunteering or donating to a great school at www.district196.org/ses/

I'm not one to indulge in gushing compliments or overuse of the superlative, but when it comes to…read moreProvidence Academy, many of whose teachers and graduates I know well, it is difficult not to go the extra mile in praising an institution that has benefitted so many, most especially the lucky young people who have, or are receiving, a Providence education. The faculty are some of the finest people I have ever known, men and women whose infectious faith, decency, and love of God are examples to all who know them. Indeed, there is something extraordinary taking place at this school in Plymouth, Minnesota. My advice to those reading this post is to be a part of it, if you can.