Our curriculum combines advisory, inquiry driven project based learning, interdisciplinary seminars and expeditions. We strive to teach students to become independent learners with the skills to be successful in the 21st century. Northwest Passage High School, Charter School District 4049, is a public charter school, authorized by Bethel University, located in Coon Rapids, Minnesota.
Upcoming Info Nights: February and March
Interested in learning more about NWPHS and project based learning? We are hosting an informational meeting for interested parents and students on Tuesday, February 25th or Tuesday, March 31st at 6:30 pm. Please call and reserve a spot at 763-862-9223. These meetings are for any students and parents interested in finding out more about our school.
Featured Article
NWPHS was featured in an article entitled Coon Rapids Charter Rolls Out Program to Combat “Ninth-Grade Shock”. Check it out here!
Picture Retake Day:
Picture Retake Day will be on Monday, December 2nd. Follow this link to access the Lifetouch Retake Portal.
School Board Meeting Update:
The Tuesday, November 19th School Board Meeting will have a change in location. The Board will meet at the Coon Rapids Civics Center in the Arts and Crafts room.
Picture Day:
On Wednesday, October 30th, Northwest Passage will have Picture Day. Lifetouch order forms are available at our office or you may order online by visiting the Lifetouch Website and entering the NWPHS code EVTXZ4RTJ .
Enrollment Update:
For more information on enrollment, wait list, and lottery system, please follow the link provided here or on the “contact us” page.
Upcoming Enrollment Information Nights – October 22nd & November 21st @ 6:30pm
Interested in learning more about NWPHS and project based learning? We are hosting an informational meeting for interested parents and students on Tuesday, October 22nd or Thursday, November 21st 2019 at 6:30 pm. Please call and reserve a spot at 763-862-9223. These meetings are for any students and parents interested in finding out more about our school.
Peter interviewed by Education Reimagined
Our director Peter Wieczorek was recently sat down for an interview to discuss student-centered learning and staff development.
A Conversation with Peter Wieczorek
Something pretty amazing happened last Friday. Something that many in education circles don’t think is possible. Something that flies in the face of the narrative that some are trying to tell. Last Friday educators from traditional district schools, public charter schools, private schools and higher education all came together to share ideas, best practices and… Read More
There is an epidemic running rampant through the suburban and urban high schools of America. It is called the 9th Grade Shock. 9th Grade Shock, sometimes known as the 9th Grade Bulge, is attributing to: decreases in student grade point averages course failure students being held back higher than normal drop out rates 9th… Read More
“Travel opens your heart, broadens your mind and fills your life with stories to tell.” ~ Paula Bendfeldt As we quickly approach the 6th annual Explore Your World Silent Auction and Fundraiser I want to highlight one of our students and how expeditions have been central to her development as a student, a leader and… Read More
Authorized by Bethel University 3900 Bethel Drive St. Paul, MN 55442-6999
We partner with other organizations within our community to expand the learning experiences of our students
