Sojourner Truth Academy
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About
Languages spoken by school staff
English, Spanish
Extra programming
Sojourner Truth Academy believes that participation in extracurricular activities increases a scholar’s connection to their school. This helps students do better in class & encourages attendance. They offer a variety of extracurricular activities for students, including boys & girls basketball, choir, Queer & Allied Scholars Club, cheerleading, debate, soccer, & middle school Girls Science Club.
Extracurriculars Offered:
Debate/Speech Clubs, Identity Supporting Clubs, Music, STEM/STEAM Clubs, Sports
Uniforms
Students who attend Sojourner Truth Academy are required to wear uniforms.
How to enroll
To enroll, contact Alma Trevino or Ana Gonzalez at (612) 588-3599 or atrevino@sojournertruthacademy.org.
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Average student to teacher ratio
Academics
4%
Academic programming
Sojourner Truth Academy strives to provide high-quality, differentiated instruction to all students based on the Minnesota State Standards through rigorous & engaging classes.
Reading: Sojourner will implement Wonders 2023 for PK-5 reading instruction. There are 2 curriculums for Grades 6-8 reading instruction: Reading with Relevance & My Perspectives.
Math: Eureka Math is used in all grades for math teaching.
Science & Social Studies: Sojourner is adopting TCI for Grades 5-8 Science & Social Studies instruction through 2024-2025 after piloting in 2022-2023.
Social-Emotional & Anti-bias: The school uses AmazeWorks curriculum in Pre-K through 8th grade classes. Pre-K through Grade 5 uses rich texts for read-alouds & teaching materials, while Grades 6-8 uses digital resources & their classes are more discussion-based.
Special education programming
Sojourner Truth Academy provides a full range of educational service alternatives. All students with disabilities are provided with special instruction & services which are appropriate to their needs. Identified students are provided appropriate program alternatives to meet special education needs, goals, & objectives determined on an individual basis. Choice of specific program alternatives are based on the scholar’s current levels of performance, pupil special education needs, goals, & objectives as written in their IEP. Program alternatives include the type of services provided, the setting in which services occur, & the amount of time & frequency in which special education services occur.
English language learner programming
Sojourner Truth Academy welcomes all students, including those who speak languages other than English. There has been a shift in terms being used across educational organizations to refer to students who speak multiple languages. Students learning English at STA are now considered Multilingual Learner Services (MLL). Previously, these services were called English Language Learner services, or ELL. Multilingual Learner (MLL) services are designed to make sure that:
Students improve their English skills in listening, speaking, reading, & writing;
Students have access to quality school curriculum;
Students are supported to reach high academic standards in English & content areas;
Scholars learn in a setting supportive of their native language & culture;
Families can fully participate in the education of their children; &
MLL classes help scholars reach state standards in English language proficiency.
Intermediate & advanced English learners participate in grade-level content classes with licensed teachers & receive support from MLL teachers & support staff based on student needs.
Proficiency
1 out of 10 students are performing math at grade level
1 out of 10 students read at grade level
Progress
1 out of 10 students are progressing to graduate on grade-level in math
2 out of 10 students are progressing to graduate on grade-level in reading
Climate
31%
School values
RESPECT means I am polite, courteous, & understanding of other people.
RESPONSIBILITY means when someone can trust me to get things done, on time, & to the best of my ability.
INTEGRITY means I am honest & do what I know is right.
COMPASSION means I show kindness toward others & go out of my way to help someone.
DILIGENCE means I put in effort & work hard to achieve my goals.
PERSEVERANCE means trying my best & never giving up, no matter how challenging something is.
Discipline Policy
Sojourner Truth Academy prioritizes learning. They prepare all students for the academic rigor of high school & beyond. Every student is part of the learning community & is expected to adhere to STA’s Community Standards. The Community Standards are school rules designed to create a safe & welcoming environment that is consistent, predictable, & positive.
When a student breaks the Community Standards, their classroom teacher will contact the student’s parents/guardians. In cases of severe or repeated behavior problems, school administrators may be involved. If a student is suspended, the scholar success coach will call the home to inform the parent. If the coach cannot reach a parent by telephone, a copy of the suspension form will be sent home. If a student receives more than 3 suspensions in a 3-month period, a mandatory parent conference will take place to discuss school expectations & appropriate placement.
Parents/guardians will also be required to attend a re-entry meeting with the scholar success coach &/or school administrators to discuss concerns, expectations, & appropriate placement. If a parent does not attend the re-entry meeting, their student will sit on the bench up front until their parent comes in or participates in a telephone conference.
Teacher retention
Attendance
Discipline
Equity
43%
Equity vision
“We are different sizes, colors, shapes. We have different laughs. We have our own stories. We value each other. We learn from one another. We support each other. We are global citizens. We are proud of our own culture. We have opportunities. Our eyes are open. We search for the truth. This is our environment. We are willing to learn. We are students & teachers. We have strengths & weaknesses. We are successful. We do have stories. We will not forget where we came from.”
The STA Equity Team works to create a school culture that honors, respects, & values scholars, staff, & families. The Equity Team is committed to building an environment that inspires curiosity & discovery, promotes global responsibility, & creates opportunity & learning through culturally relevant curriculum for all.
