2023 Leadership Honors
MNOHS leadership was recognized by the Minnesota Association of Charter Schools and the University of Minnesota College of Liberal Arts for outstanding educational impact.
WHY CHOOSE MNOHS
NATIONALLY ACCREDITED AND WIDELY RECOGNIZED FOR STUDENT-CENTERED ONLINE LEARNING
Minnesota Online High School has earned recognition from state and national organizations for leadership, innovation, and meaningful support for students. These awards reflect a long-term commitment to high standards, strong outcomes, and learning environments where students can thrive.
Our team continues to build on this foundation by designing flexible pathways, investing in teacher development, and creating opportunities that prepare students for college, career, and life.
For accreditation details, see the accreditation section below. MNOHS first received national accreditation in 2013 and has continued to be recognized for educational quality and innovation.
Innovation and Student Empowerment
Our Talent Check app-in-progress was selected as a Minnesota Learning Commons pilot, and MNOHS was named a semi-finalist for the Building Hope Impact Awards.
Social-Emotional Learning Excellence
MNOHS received multiple grants and awards supporting social-emotional learning and peer leadership, including recognition from the NoVo Foundation and MDE.
2023 to 2019
- 2023: Charter School Leadership Award (Minnesota Association of Charter Schools) awarded to founding director Elissa Raffa.
- 2023: Alumni of Notable Achievement Award (University of Minnesota, College of Liberal Arts) awarded to Elissa Raffa.
- 2022: Talent Check selected as a pilot project by the Minnesota Learning Commons.
- 2022: Semi-Finalist, Building Hope Impact Awards (Student Empowerment category).
- 2021: Bush Foundation Student-Centered Learning Grant.
- 2021: Synergy and Leadership Exchange Promising Practices Award.
- 2020: NoVo Foundation SEL in Action Award.
- 2020: Minnesota Department of Education SEL Communities of Practice Grant.
- 2019: NoVo Foundation SEL Innovation Award supporting the Peer Leaders program.
2018 to 2008
- 2018: AdvancED (NCA CASI) re-accreditation.
- 2017: Bush Foundation School Redesign Planning Grant.
- 2017: Minnesota Association of Charter Schools Innovation Award for new forms of school accountability.
- 2016: Minnesota Excellence in Collaboration Award (Minnesota eLearning Summit).
- 2016: Minnesota Department of Education Support Our Students grant.
- 2016 and 2014: Synergy and Leadership Exchange Promising Practices Award.
- 2014: Common Sense Media Certified School.
- 2014: Starfish 360 Awards Honorable Mention.
- 2006 to 2022: Minnesota Department of Education School Finance Award.
- 2008: EDS Technology Award for introducing Fathom Dynamic Data Software into math and science curriculum.
Accreditation
MNOHS earned national accreditation from NCA/AdvancED in 2013 with four strong commendations. Accreditation confirms our programs meet rigorous standards for instruction, governance, and continuous improvement.
As a Minnesota public charter school serving grades 9-12, we remain focused on educational quality, accountability, and personalized support that helps each student make meaningful progress.
Questions about our programs, recognition, or enrollment options?
Connect with our team through the contact page or call 1-800-764-8166.