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A critical decision

How the Minnehaha Academy administration chose Mendota Heights After the devastating blast on August 2, the school board and staff had a tough decision to make: which temporary school location to choose. Vice Principal Mike DiNardo visited all of the possible...

“Reflections” – Dr. Donna Harris

"Reflections" is a new series written by junior Maddie Danzberger on the high school experiences of adults within and outside of the Minnehaha Community. The series will share lessons learned and provide insights to students as they move through high school. This...

A helper in every way

Minnehaha remembers John Carlson As the Minnehaha community mourns the loss of John Carlson, it celebrates his life and his lifelong relationship with the school. Listen to an interview conducted by Talon staff writer Emma Melling from March 24, 2016, as she was...

Vehicles for understanding others

English teacher carries passion for reading, writing into new chapter of life Every student has undoubtedly experienced the wrath of Mrs. Myers' deliberate purple pen across their essay. With every comment made, yet another feeling of failure crossed the student's...
Gossip’s grip

Gossip’s grip

Recovery from the Burn Book: The addiction to gossip can no longer prevail  The halls of the high school are...

Holes in our hearts

Holes in our hearts

When a parent dies, students struggle to cope while friends look for ways to provide support "It felt like getting...

Facing climate change

Facing climate change

Scientists agree on climate change, so why doesn't America? "Ninety-seven percent of all climate scientists agree that...

Physics First

Physics First

Scientific actions and reactions Minnehaha adopts a new science curriculum, teaching physics as a foundation for other...

Technology in school

Technology in school

Minnehaha invests to become a school for the 21st century AP Chemistry students start their homework, AP U.S. History...