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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.

Our Record of Recognition

  1. 2023

    Charter School Leadership Award

    Minnesota Association of Charter Schools

    Awarded to founding director Elissa Raffa.

  2. 2023

    Alumni of Notable Achievement Award

    University of Minnesota, College of Liberal Arts

    Awarded to founding director Elissa Raffa.

  3. 2022

    Talent Check Pilot Project

    Minnesota Learning Commons

    Talent Check was selected as a pilot project by the Minnesota Learning Commons.

  4. 2022

    Semi-Finalist, Building Hope Impact Awards

    Building Hope

    Recognized in the Student Empowerment category.

  5. 2006 to 2022

    School Finance Award

    Minnesota Department of Education

    Awarded every year from 2006 through 2022 for sound school financial management.

  6. 2021

    Student-Centered Learning Grant

    Bush Foundation

  7. 2021

    Promising Practices Award

    Synergy and Leadership Exchange

    Also awarded in 2016 and 2014.

  8. 2020

    SEL in Action Award

    NoVo Foundation

  9. 2020

    SEL Communities of Practice Grant

    Minnesota Department of Education

  10. 2019

    SEL Innovation Award

    NoVo Foundation

    Supporting the MNOHS Peer Leaders program.

  11. 2018

    AdvancED (NCA CASI) Re-accreditation

    AdvancED

  12. 2017

    School Redesign Planning Grant

    Bush Foundation

  13. 2017

    Innovation Award

    Minnesota Association of Charter Schools

    Recognized for new forms of school accountability.

  14. 2016

    Minnesota Excellence in Collaboration Award

    Minnesota eLearning Summit

  15. 2016

    Support Our Students Grant

    Minnesota Department of Education

  16. 2016 and 2014

    Promising Practices Award

    Synergy and Leadership Exchange

  17. 2014

    Common Sense Media Certified School

    Common Sense Media

  18. 2014

    Starfish 360 Awards Honorable Mention

    Starfish 360

  19. 2013

    National Accreditation

    NCA / AdvancED

    Earned with four strong commendations.

  20. 2008

    EDS Technology Award

    EDS

    Awarded for introducing Fathom Dynamic Data Software into the 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.