
#MAAP (Minnesota Association of Alternative Programs) 15th annual MAAP 101 conference with help from the staff of our host site #TerraNovaMN. We had our biggest crowd ever for this event, demonstrating the value people in #alternativeeducation place on connecting in person and learning from each other. What an amazing day!








🌿 Time to LEAF the classroom behind! Today is Take Me Outside Day – students GROW better when they branch out into nature! Whether it's taking a FIELD trip or just PLANTING yourself in the grass for a reading time, outdoor learning helps students BLOSSOM. 🌼 We got them OFF SCREEN and into the GREEN. 🌳 #TerraNovaMN #OutoftheClassroomIntotheWorld
#TakeMeOutsideDay #OutdoorLearning #EnvironmentalEducation






🍂 FALL into a great education at Terra Nova!
Want to LEAF through what makes our school special? We're HARVESTING success with an upcoming info session and tour! No need to be AUTUMN-ated - join us for a crisp evening where you can learn about how you can...
🌳 Take ROOT at our innovation award-winning school
🌿 Branch out and meet our dedicated advisors
Don't let this op-FALL-tunity pass you by!
📅 Friday, Oct. 25th
⏰ 3:30 PM
📍 1705 Hwy 25 N, Buffalo, MN
We're not trying to GOURD you into anything - just bring your curiosity! TURN OVER A NEW LEAF at Terra Nova! #terranovamn #outoftheclassroomintotheworld


To all the high schoolers that were power-walking through the National College Fair today with color-coded spreadsheets and yellow tote bags: We see you, we were you, and yes - those free pens will mysteriously disappear before you get home 😅📚 #CollegeBound #terranovamn #outoftheclassroomintotheworld #nationalcollegefair











Our BOOtiful students are getting into the SPIRIT of giving! 🎃 They're having a FANGTASTIC time assembling treats for the upcoming Monticello Trick-or-Trick Halloween event this Thursday, Oct. 24th from 4-6 PM. No BONES about it - watching them volunteer is a real TREAT. They're proving that WITCH-ever way you choose to help others, it's always SPOOK-tacular! 👻 #terranovamn #helpingthecommunity #monticellotrickortreat


Another successful community service afternoon in the books. Today Jess's advisory bagged 120 meals at the Monticello Help Center! #givingback #montihelpcenter #outoftheclassroomintotheworld #terranovamn






There's a very special light show event happening this evening across the northern part of the US - which includes us! The northern lights are created when energized particles from the sun slam into Earth's upper atmosphere, and our planet's protective magnetic field deflects them like a shield. This colorful collision results in spectacular nighttime dancing lights. To learn more checkout NOAA's aurora forecast. https://www.spaceweather.gov/products/aurora-viewline-tonight-and-tomorrow-night-experimental Enjoy the view tonight! #outoftheclassroomintotheworld #auroraborealis


Hello Terra Novans and friends of Terra Nova! Feeling a bit strung out? Don't fret! We're orchestrating a community instrument drive, and we need your help to amp it up! If you've got guitars gathering dust or violins playing second fiddle in your closet, let's turn up the volume on generosity! Drum up some support and help us hit all the right notes. Donate your instruments today - it'll be music to our ears! Please email DylanG@TerraNovaMN.org for more information about your contribution. #InstrumentDrive #terranovamusicclub #GiveTheGiftOfMusic


Our bright-eyed students who attended the annual Nobel Conference are working on their final products this week. One of these products is going to be a school PSA about the importance of sleep! 😴🧠 They had a blast learning from top researchers about the latest in sleep studies and circadian rhythms. Who knows, maybe they'll even discover the secret to staying awake in class! 😉 #FutureScientists#TerraNovaMN #OutoftheClassroomIntotheWorld #nobel61 #gustavusmn #SleepMatters










A group of high school students took a college trip Thursday and Friday to Alexandria Tech, MN State Moorhead, North Dakota State and Central Lakes Community College, racking up over 450 miles in 36 hours.#terranovamn #outoftheclassroomintotheworld #collegetrip2024







Part 2 - Out of the Classroom a Friday was all about just going with the flow paddling through the Bertram Chain of Lakes. #Bertrumchainoflakes #NaturallyAwesome #outoftheclassroomintotheworld #terranovamn








Today's Out of the Classroom Friday was all about just going with the flow along the Mississippi River and at Bertram Chain of Lakes. It was a watershed moment - the students were positively gushing! Got to sluice around some gorgeous gardens and really branch out into nature. The experiences were off the charts - you could say it was over-flowing with fun! #hydroelectricDamGoodTime #RiverOfExcitement #NaturallyAwesome #outoftheclassroomintotheworld #terranovamn







Jen and Amanda took Terra Nova students on an overnight college visit tour to 4 different schools: Alexandria Tech, Minnesota State University Moorhead, North Dakota State University , and Central Lakes College.#terranovamn #collegeandcareer #outoftheclassroomintotheworld





😴 Who knew snoozing could be so scientifically stimulating? Terra Nova students are living the dream at the Nobel Conference | Sleep, Unraveled - learning about why we need to catch some Z's! #NobelConference #SleepScience #terranovamn #outoftheclassroomintotheworld





Almost all Minnesota colleges and universities are waiving application fees during the month of October for College Knowledge Month - or they never charge a fee throughout the year. Access the full list at bit.ly/46vbEc3 #MNGoestoCollege #WhyApply


Students at Terra Nova don't hibernate on opportunities! Each year we have volunteers at the Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge's Wildlife Fest event. This is a great opportunity to watch your resume soar. It's a roaring good way to make a difference and get some wild experience. You'll have a walleye of a time while doing some-fin good for nature. #outoftheclassroomintotheworld #terranovamn #sherburnenationalwildliferefuge #wildlifefest2024


JUNIORS! You'll be applying for college at this time next year. Here are some things you can be doing now to prepare. 🎓 For more ideas, check out our High School Planning Checklists bit.ly/3bu6jGh #MNGoesToCollege


Yesterday we had an ARMY fitness challenge thanks to Jake from the ARMY National Guard! Students tested their strength through the 2 min push-up, 2 min plank, sled drag, sprinting and more. Students were able to push past their own expectations and be proud of their accomplishment. We are hoping to have Jake out to our school to do some more fitness challenges. #terranovamn #ARMYfitnesschallenge

Today our student council candidates were put to the test by responding to questions in a large group student panel. Speeches will happen Monday. We heard a lot of good things from fundraising, community building to increasing our school's environmental stewardship goals. #terranovamn #terranovastudentcouncil

SENIORS! There's a lot that goes into college applications. If you need help keeping it all straight, we've got just the resource for you! On our website, you can find a 12th Grade Checklist, specifically to help guide you through applying, paying for, and accepting admission into the college of your choice. Check out our website. bit.ly/mngoestocollege #MNGoesToCollege
