Independent School District 196

HistoryChristian Heritage Academy was founded in 1986 by a group of committed Christian parents from seven area churches. They desired a school that offered a well-rounded educational program of academic excellence integrated with quality Bible training and Christian influence that would help build Christ-like character in its students. Today CHA continues to be an inter-denominational, independent, non profit school that integrates faith and learning with service and responsibility.SpecialtiesIt is the vision of Christian Heritage Academy that our students will have a firm faith and personal identity in Jesus Christ as the foundation of all knowledge, wisdom, and goodness. Life as a student will also be characterized by thoughtful inquiry guided by Biblical principles, and will exhibit Christ-like integrity, respectful relationships, and joyful service. The mission for our school is clear and resolute: Christian Heritage Academy exists to educate children with excellent academics that place Christ at the beginning and end of all knowledge and to lead children into lives guided by Christ-centered values and respectful relationships. Working together with families, we support and nurture each child to become a responsive disciple of Jesus Christ in order to be His salt and light in the world.

North Trail Elementary School enrolls students in grades kindergarten through five and is located in Farmington, Minn. The school provides academic programs in English, mathematics, social studies and science. It also offers various motivational and enrichment programs. The school s library provides a range of books, newspapers and encyclopedias. It also offers after-school activities and recess programs. The school building has a media center, computer labs and playgrounds. It also has a counseling and guidance department for students, parents and teachers. The school s extracurricular activities include tutoring, student council and safety patrol. It has a parent-teacher association focuses on academic development by proper communication between home and school.