About Kato Public Charter School

Kato Public Charter School strives to empower enrichment and innovation, while serving students from all walks of life.  With a student centered, independent learning atmosphere, we focus on a safe and comfortable learning environment for our students, where our advisors offer an individualized learning platform to help our students succeed.  

Kato Public Charter School is a "public" school, which means our students must still meet the standards set forth by the Minnesota Department of Education for graduation.  To help meet these standards for all student learning styles, we provide another option in education for students in grades 6-12.  With a new online learning platform, project based learning, college and career readiness, ramp up for readiness, and independent study, we are here to fill in the gaps of the traditional public, private, and home based learning models.  Contact us today to learn more about the "Charter Way".  

Some Important Things to Know:

• Tuition-free  

Kato Public Charter School is a public school.  Therefore, there is no tuition for our enrolled students.  Any student under the age of 21 who resides in Minnesota may enroll.  *Applications from students who have been expelled from other schools will be reviewed case-by-case. 

• Options for Grades 6 Through 12

Most classes are in pods based on current learning path and age, however, there are times we may blend our grades for certain curriculum.  This practice allows younger students to develop responsibility and older students to develop leadership skills.

• Small Class Sizes

Research shows that small class sizes are crucial to a good learning environment.  Our class sizes are capped at 17 students, and in most cases, are much smaller per class size.   This allows for more one on one coaching with our advisors to set the course for success.

• Qualified and Caring Staff

We know our students!  All students are assigned an Advisor based on current learning path and age.  Advisors help students monitor their own academic progress, but they also connect with students through a daily check in and check out to ensure the students have what they need for a successful day.

• Customized and Self-Paced Learning

One size does not fit all.  We provide a blend of online learning, project-based education, and traditional methods to address different learning styles.  Students may participate in structured classes or learn by completing self-paced, individual projects, all under direct supervision of a qualified and professional advisor.   

• Exploratory and Experiential Courses

Students get to choose from a large selection of electives in all study areas.  We have full time music and art advisors that offer experiential learning opportunities, while our advisors can partner for student selected project based work.  We don't stop there!  We have a new College and Career Readiness Coordinator who will be working hands on with students to explore future hopes and dreams, and help them grow in areas of applied skills and knowledge to set the course for a successful future!