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Welcome to Mid-Metro Academy in Roseville, Minnesota!

If you’re looking for the best learning environment for your student for the 2024-2025 school year, you’ve come to the right place! Become a MEMBER and register for classes. Spring classes begin Monday, January 13 and Friday, January 17. 

We believe students learn best in a dynamic, interactive, in-person setting. Our classes meet on Mondays and Fridays at Advent Lutheran Church on a beautiful wooded campus in a quiet suburban neighborhood. Questions? Email [email protected].













Mid-Metro Academy supports homeschooling families with dozens of academic, arts, technology, and career-oriented classes. Classes are taught from a foundation of Christian values by instructors who are qualified in their respective fields and are passionate about helping youth achieve their highest potential. Homeschooled students in grades 5 - 12 whose families have joined Mid-Metro Academy as members may take our classes.

Classes meet on Mondays OR Fridays for fifteen weeks in the fall/winter and fifteen weeks in the winter/spring. Families choose the class or classes that will help meet their educational goals for their students. We provide a positive, supportive environment while delivering instruction on subjects that you as the homeschooling parent would rather outsource. 

To get a feel for what it's like at MMA's awesome learning community, check out our Photo Albums

You must be a member of Mid-Metro Academy to register for classes. We welcome new families. Join today!

Homeschooling is easier than you think! Let Mid-Metro Academy Help!

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Mid-Metro Academy is a Christian homeschool academy in Roseville, Minnesota, that offers:

  • academic
  • language
  • visual arts
  • performing arts
  • music
  • technology
  • career-oriented

classes to homeschooled students in grades 5 – 12.

We meet in person at Advent Lutheran Church in Roseville on a beautiful campus surrounded by trees and parks.

We have room for you! Choose the classes that meet your family's goals. Take one class or fill your whole schedule.

Whether you're just getting started with homeschooling or have been doing it for years, may be just what you're looking for. our classes are a great option for the 2024-2025 school year.

With our help, you can design the ideal middle school or high school educational experience for your student.

We're always excited to welcome new families!

JOIN today!


MMA is the affordable, flexible, and convenient alternative to public or private school for students in grades 5 to 12.

Top Picks for MMA Classes

Many families who enroll their students at MMA trust our classes to cover core subject areas. Others may meet core subject needs at home and come to MMA for electives. Most families take a mix of core classes and electives. 

If you're looking to fill the traditional educational requirements for your student's grade, you can't go wrong with our perennial favorites. Here are some of our most popular classes--classes we recommend for all students as they complete grades 5 to 12.



English: Writing with Confidence Level Half, Intro Level, Level 1, and Level 2;  and Read! Think! Write! with Mrs. Rebecca Hope

Math: Beginning, Intermediate, and Advanced Algebra and Geometry with Mrs. Leigh Delisi; Math Games with Mrs. Dawna Reandeau

Science: Minnesota Geo, General Science, Physical Science, Health and Nutrition, Biology, and Chemistry with Mrs. Kay Kelly; Elementary Physics and Chemistry with Mrs. Theresa Chryst

Social Studies: Elementary American History with Mrs. Theresa Chryst, Geography with Ms. Miranda Brist, and American Government and Student Senate with Mr. Dave Racer

Art: Drawing Basics, Beginning Oil Pastels, and Mixed Media with Mrs. Sandy Adler

Languages: American Sign Language 1 and 2 with Mrs. Sheila McAlpine and/or Intro to Spanish and Spanish 1 with Senora Ana Grace Plotts

Technology: Office Software, Real-World Programming, and Intro to Programming and Electronics with Mr. Chris Paschen



Excitement Is Building! Classes Start Sept. 9!












We had a blast at Mid-Metro Academy's Fun-for-All Get-to-Know-Us Event on August 19. Members met each other and our teachers, enjoyed a fantastic potluck picnic, and played on the inflatable obstacle course (well, the young people did!). 

At the evening's general session held in Advent Lutheran Church's lovely Sanctuary, Executive Director Rebecca Hope congratulated attendees for making an excellent decision when they joined Mid-Metro Academy. It's a smart choice because:

  • Parents custom design their student's education.
  • Students learn from caring professional teachers.
  • Peer-to-peer interaction and teacher mentoring in a dynamic, in-person environment makes learning stick.
  • Our drop-off program with no volunteer requirements makes MMA convenient for parents.
  • Students can take a full class load at MMA for a fraction of private school tuition costs.

Mid-Metro Academy makes it possible—and easier—to homeschool through high school. We're the solution many families are looking for. Help spread the word by sharing the social media post below.

It's not too late to join as a new member or add a class for 2024-2025, but classes are filling. See you on September 9!

Register for classes today!














Fall 2024 Semester Kicks Off!

Two Terrific Days of Classes at MMA!

At Mid-Metro Academy, we have a wide array of classes for homeschooled students in grades 5-12. Since classes meet one day a week, students have the flexibility to come on either Monday or Friday. To get the best experience at MMA, consider coming twice a week. 

Monday Classes

On Mondays, you'll find classes in all core academic subjects for all grades, including Mathematics with Leigh Delisi, Science with Kay Kelly (6-12) and Theresa Chryst (5-6), Geography with Miranda Brist, History (5-6) with Theresa Chyst, English with Rebecca Hope, Spanish with Ana Grace Plotts, and American Sign Language with Sheila McAlpine

Add variety to your student's schedule with electives like Economics (Fall) and Personal Finance (Spring) with Vicky Sandberg, Art with Sandy Adler, Culinary Arts with Sheila McAlpine, Guitar with Dan Collins, Acting with Josh Cisewski, and Real-World Programming and Bookkeeping with Chris Paschen.

Friday Classes

Friday classes are designed to be a bit more relaxed and even more interactive than our Monday classes. You'll find core academic subjects like American Government and Student Senate with Mr. Racer, Communications with Myndi Lawrence, Science with Kay Kelly, and English with Rebecca Hope. 

You'll also find Craft Exploration and Origami with Kathleen Sheridan, Drawing Realistic Faces with Suzann Beck, and Swing Dancing with Joey Ray--all of which are also open to parents. Middle schoolers can enjoy Acting, Introduction to Spanish, Minnesota Geo (geography and geology), World Cultures and Languages, Math Games, and Memory & Magic. Students in grades 7 and up can gain experience in Creative Filmmaking, Photography, and Graphic Design.

Friday classes can cap off the homeschooling week with joy, delight, and beauty. Register today! 

New for 2024-2025: Classes for Fifth and Sixth Graders!

We've expanded our course offerings for the coming year to include many classes for students in grades 5-6. Many fifth- and sixth-grade students are ready for group learning in a supportive, interactive classroom. Our teachers love middle school students and know how to keep them engaged so they learn a lot--and have fun doing it.

Choose from the following classes designed for fifth graders and middle schoolers (suggested grade range shown). 

Monday

  • Elementary Chemistry & Physics (5-6)
  • Writing with Confidence Intro Level C (6-8)
  • Group Guitar 1 (5-12)
  • Elementary American History (5-6)
  • Minnesota History (5-7)
  • Mental Math (5-7)
  • Intro to Culinary Arts (5-7)
  • Intro to Programming & Electronics (5-9) 
  • Tech Readiness (6-10)
  • Office Software (5-12)

Friday

  • Writing with Confidence Intro Level (5-7)
  • Craft Exploration (5-adult)
  • Origami & You (5-adult)
  • Minnesota Geo (5-7)
  • Creative Writing Workshop (6-12)
  • Intro to Acting (5-8)
  • Memory & Magic (5-8)
  • Intro to Songwriting (5-12)
  • Music Production 1 (5-12)
  • Drawing Faces (5-adult)
  • Portraits in Pastel Pencil (5-adult)

We look forward to welcoming your fifth or sixth grader to our campus this fall. Register for classes now to claim your student's seat!

Join Us for 2024-2025

JOIN TODAY!

Fall semester begins on September 9, 2024, but now is the time to join MMA. Our registration for the 2024-2025 semester is now open for both returning and new families. 

Beyond traditional classes like English, math, science, and social studies, we offer many arts, technology, and career-oriented classes that you won't find anywhere else. Students can let their creativity blossom in our creative arts classes, and/or they can foster their practical side in our tech and career-oriented courses

High school shouldn't be one-size-fits-all. As a homeschooling family, you have the freedom to tailor your students' education to their skills, personality, aptitude, and interests. Whether your student is academically oriented or not so much--you'll find great options at Mid-Metro Academy.

"Start your side-hustle now!" is a great reason to take one or more of our career classes. After just one semester, students will be prepared to get hired as an employee or to enter the gig economy. They'll have what they need to start their own business as a bookkeeper, party entertainer, or online media producer. They can have their own small business--either in-person or web-based--while still in high school.

Registration for 2024-2025 opens May 1 for new families. If you're not already a Mid-Metro Academy member, join now!

Our NEW Location is Conveniently Located!

Mid-Metro Academy now meets at Advent Lutheran Church, 3000 Hamline Ave N, Roseville, MN 55113. Our easily accessed location is convenient to most parts of the Twin Cities metro area.

Just one mile east of Northwestern University, Mid-Metro Academy is located in a quiet neighborhood filled with single-family homes and parks.

Volunteers, students, and parents may park for free in our spacious lot.

Parents: We Make Your Life Easier!

Mid-Metro Academy exists to support parents in their family's homeschooling goals. The primary way we do that is by providing classes that you can't or don't want to teach yourself.

But there's more! We help you in lots of other ways, too.

We offer an on-site Parent Lounge where you can get your own work done while your student attends classes. That can cut your driving time and expense in half since you don't have to drop off, go home, and return to campus. Make sure to sign in at the front desk.

We share tips with our families on how to make class days more efficient--whether through carpooling or taking advantage of the amenities in our neighborhood.

We connect you with resources that help you plan for high school and beyond. 

Parents are welcome to enroll in some of our classes with students.

Taking Swing Dancing with your student can be a fun bonding experience. Our instructor, Joey Ray, adds spiritual and social applications to each lesson as he makes learning to dance non-threatening and uplifting. You'll walk away from class each week refreshed and affirmed!

Our Friday art classes are open to parents, so whether you want to begin the stress-relieving art of origami, learn various crafts, or develop your latent artistic drawing talent, you can get in on the fun and learning in Kathleen Sheridan's and Suzann Beck's classes. Adult members may take these classes with or without their students in grades 5-12.

Register today!

Prepare Your Student to Thrive in the Gig Economy

What's the gig economy, and why should you make sure your student is ready to successfully participate in it? The gig economy is growing three times faster than traditional employment. It's quickly moving from a fringe segment of the U.S. job market to a mainstream option. 

Gig employment offers significant benefits like

  • flexibility
  • excellent balance between work and personal life
  • impressive job satisfaction levels.

And it presents the potential for three-figure incomes for those who excel in their chosen specialty.

Whether your student intends to use gig work as a side hustle or as an end career goal, he or she can get started now. Mid-Metro Academy classes help students gain both the soft skills and technical skills they need to succeed in today's--and tomorrow's--gig economy.

For more information, watch this presentation by Mid-Metro Academy director Rebecca Hope. 

We Offer the Best of Both Worlds in 2024-2025!

Homeschooling offers flexibility, ensures that students are educated in a way that's consistent with their family's values, and helps students become independent, lifelong learners. But when students enter their teen years, parents may feel less confident in teaching all subjects at home. And teens benefit from having teachers who aren't Mom or Dad. Our homeschool academy offers the benefits of homeschooling and attending in-person classes.

Since our classes meet once a week, students and families enjoy the flexibility and convenience of the hybrid/blended model that works so well with the homeschooling lifestyle. Choose to attend classes on one or two days: Mondays and/or Fridays. Our teachers use a flipped-classroom approach, which means that students access content at home through various media including video, textbooks, and handouts. Depending on the class, they’ll have homework that helps them apply what they’ve accessed. When students come to class each week, they’ll engage in social learning activities like discussions, group projects, simulations, and experiments plus get real-time feedback from their teacher. These kinds of experiences make learning stick—even as they build soft skills like teamwork, communication, and resilience.

Now is the time to make plans for 2024-2025 school year. Spring classes begin January 13 and January 17, but register early to reserve seats in the classes you want. 

If you're intrigued by how our homeschool academy makes it possible and even easy to homeschool your student through high school but have questions, email [email protected]. We have room for you and would be delighted to discuss your personal situation.

Click HERE to view our course schedule and register for classes.

You must be a member of Mid-Metro Academy to register for classes.

Join today!

Coming Events

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Friday Class
December 13 - Friday
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Monday Class
December 16 - Monday
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Christmas Showcase and Open House
December 16 - Monday
03:45 PM - 05:30 PM
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Friday Class
December 20 - Friday
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PreAct Test
Friday, January 10, 2025
08:30 AM - 01:00 PM
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Monday Class
January 13 - Monday
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Friday Class
January 17 - Friday
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Monday Class
January 20 - Monday
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Friday Class
January 24 - Friday
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Monday Class
January 27 - Monday

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Thanks for Your Donation!

Please help us update our campus for the 2024-2025 school year. We need to purchase furniture and equipment since we will be the anchor tenant at our beautiful Roseville location this year. Your donation of $65 will pay for one table to seat three students. Of course, donations of any amount are always appreciated. Just click the "Donate" button to bless us via PayPal. Thank you!