Our students had an awesome time learning about native and global wildlife, observing animal behaviors up close, and making connections to our environmental and science projects back at school. From the Tropics Trail to the Minnesota Lodge, every stop sparked curiosity and great conversations.
Huge thanks to the MN Zoo for providing such an engaging, educational space for our learners! 🧡🌍
#TerraNovaSchool #ExperientialLearning #MNZoo #LearningInTheWild #PBLinAction
Terra Nova is a tuition-free Charter School in Buffalo, MN for students in grades 6-12. The Terra Nova community facilitates authentic learning through diverse experiences while building life(long) skills. We promote autonomy for all and value innovation. We ignite curiosity, passions, and advocate for environmental stewardship.
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👻 Terra Nova Spooktacular! 🎃
Terra Nova showed up in full Halloween spirit! From silly to spooky, our costumes and community energy made October 31st 2025 unforgettable. We love celebrating together and creating moments that bring joy to our school family! 🧡🕷️
The MEADA (Mentorship, Education, and Drug Awareness) Coalition, in partnership with Sherburne County’s Substance Use Prevention (SUP) Coalition, is excited to host a special community event at the Monticello Emagine Theater: "Talk Early, Talk Often: The Dangers of Social Media".
The event will featuring a free screening of the documentary, “Can’t Look Away”, which discusses the dark side of social media and its impact on teen mental health and choices around substance use. After the film, there will be a panel discussion and resource-sharing to help families navigate social media use safely.
Date: Thursday, November 13
Time: 5-7pm
Location: Monticello Emagine Theater
Audience: Parents, caregivers, professionals working with youth and families, teens (middle school and older)
Terra Nova was recently awarded and celebrated for reaching our TEN year milestone!
The recent MACS (MN Association of Charter Schools) Annual Meeting & Celebration brought together nearly 150 chartered public school leaders, administrators, teachers, staff, board members, and community members, as well as sponsors of the Association, from across the state for an evening of celebration, connection, and reflection as the 2025-26 school year enters its second month.
🌿✨ Environmental Education Day = Success! ✨🌿
Terra Nova was thrilled to host Swan River Montessori for a day of outdoor learning and discovery in our school forest! 🌲
Our amazing Terra Nova students stepped up as leaders, guiding stations and sharing the wonders of nature with curiosity and joy. 🌎💚
This annual event is one we always look forward to — a celebration of connection, curiosity, and the great outdoors. 🌞🌿
#TerraNova #EnvironmentalEducation #SchoolForest #OutOfTheClassroomAndIntoTheWorld #StudentLeaders #NatureLearning #AnnualTradition #swanrivermontessori
POSTER CONTEST ALERT:
MEADA 3rd Annual Positive Community Norms Poster Contest is an opportunity to highlight talented youth while sharing positive messages about youth substance use in our community!
PRIZES INCLUDE:
$200 Amazon Gift card for 1st Place
$100 Amazon Gift card for 2nd Place
$50 Amazon Gift card for 3st Place
4-$25 Amazon Gift cards randomly drawn
Full Details: https://meada.net/initiatives/pcn2026/
REMINDER: No School for students on Friday, October 31, 2025.
Youth Prevention Leadership Opportunity!
MEADA (Mentorship, Education & Drug Awareness) recently launched a new youth advisory board and is currently recruiting youth members in middle school and high school to join.
PROJECT OPPORTUNITIES INCLUDE:
-Creating flyers and social media posts
-Planning for prevention events
-Supporting compliance checks
-Organizing school-wide activities & events
Contact: lily.yang@wrightcountymn.gov with questions or to join
