Cologne Academy

Investing in Scholars. Strengthening Our Future.

At Cologne Academy and Cologne Academy Online, Excellence in Education is more than a commitment—it's the foundation of everything we do.

For 19 years, Cologne Academy has been dedicated to providing a high-quality, well-rounded education that prepares scholars for success in the classroom and beyond. As a tuition-free, public charter school serving PreK–8 scholars in Cologne, Minnesota, and students across the state through our online program, we are proud to offer families an educational choice rooted in five important cornerstones:

• Individual Student Achievement

• Character Development

• Enriched Curriculum

• Parental Involvement

• Low Student-to-Teacher Ratios

Behind every scholar's success is a team of dedicated educators and staff who bring these cornerstones to life each day. Supporting our school means investing in the people, programs, and resources that make exceptional learning experiences possible.

Help Us Reach $50,000 by November 19!

Our annual Give to the Max campaign is an opportunity for families, alumni, staff, and community members to come together and make a lasting difference for our scholars.

Early giving begins November 1, and the excitement builds through Give to the Max Day on Thursday, November 19, 2026!

This year's contributions will help us continue building a strong foundation for the future of our school and scholars. Whether your gift is $10, $100, $1,000, or more, every contribution brings us one step closer to our goal.

Looking for a way to make an ongoing impact? Consider becoming a monthly donor! Automatic monthly giving is a simple, convenient way to support Cologne Academy throughout the year.

Every gift matters. Every scholar benefits. Every dollar makes a difference.

FUNdraising Goals: Let's Make It Happen!

We're adding a little extra FUN to fundraising with our Countdown to Give to the Max Challenge! While our grand total will be revealed on Give to the Max Day, we'll celebrate each schoolwide milestone we reach along the way!

• $5,000 by 10:00 a.m. – Stay tuned!

• $10,000 by 12:00 p.m. – Stay tuned!

• $15,000 by 4:00 p.m. – Stay tuned!

• $30,000 by 7:00 p.m. – Stay tuned!

• $40,000 by 9:00 p.m. – Stay tuned!

• $50,000 by 11:59 p.m. – Start Summer a Day Early! No school on Friday, May 28, 2027!

Why Does Your Support Matter?

Minnesota made history as the first state in the nation to pass a charter school law, opening the door to innovative public education options for families. Yet today, Minnesota's public charter schools continue to face significant funding disparities compared to traditional public school districts.

While we remain committed to advocating for fair and equitable funding for every public school scholar, the reality is that these funding gaps directly affect the resources available to our classrooms, educators, and students.

That's why fundraising isn't simply an extra at Cologne Academy. It's an investment in the educational opportunities our scholars deserve.

Your generosity helps us bridge the gap between the funding we receive and the resources needed to continue delivering the exceptional education our families have come to expect.

Together, We Can Elevate Our Future!

As we celebrate 19 years of educating scholars, we are reminded that Cologne Academy's success has always been built on the strength of our community. Every donation, every act of generosity, and every show of support helps us take another step forward.

Every Step Elevates Us—and together, there's no limit to what our scholars can achieve!

Thank you for believing in our mission, investing in our scholars, and helping us build a brighter future for Cologne Academy!

Ready to make a difference?

Visit our Give to the Max webpage for early giving information and our hourly fundraising incentives.

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