Northeast Metro 916 Intermediate School District

Valley Crossing Community School is a child-centered educational institution that was formed as a result of the collaboration between parents, teachers, superintendents, school boards, and other educational and community leaders. It organizes various events and activities, such as carnivals, a parent s book club, Egg Drop and Jump Rope for Heart programs. The school offers community services through various programs, such as the Rainbow Kids' Klub and early childhood and family education. It has a special education division that offers education to children with physical, mental and emotional disabilities. The school houses a media center and food services and technology departments. Valley Crossing Community School was founded in 1996.

Located in Woodbury, Minn., Middleton Elementary School serves students in kindergarten through grade six. The school has a parent-teacher association that raises funds for several projects, conducts monthly meetings and plans family activities. The association also sponsors book and fun fairs. Middleton Elementary School offers classes in several subjects, such as math, science, social studies, physical education, language arts and English. It also offers lessons in art, media and music. The elementary school is a part of South Washington County Schools, which operates several educational institutions. The school district includes Cottage Grove Elementary School, Pine Hill Elementary School and Park High School.

The Math and Science Academy is an innovative charter school that serves students in grades 6 through 12. The school hosts classes in English, math, social studies, history and Spanish. Its curriculum also focuses on arts and humanities. It offers assistance with the development of critical thinking, time management and life-long learning skills. The Math and Science Academy operates art, music and theatre departments. In addition, the school provides special education services for students with physical and developmental disabilities. It operates a parent-teacher association that conducts family-oriented activities and fundraising events. The Math and Science Academy provides academic guidance and carrier counseling services.