Welcome
A college and career readiness high school
sponsored by Augsburg College and Fairview Health Services
Important Announcements | Who Are We? | Donate | Non-Discrimination Policy
Who Are We?
A 30-second description of Augsburg Fairview Academy might be:
- Traditional and on-line learning programs;
- 4-day school week or flexible class hours during evenings and Fridays;
- College prep in a small college-like atmosphere;
- Highly experienced teachers and tutors;
- Individualized instruction and personal attention;
- Totally teen-friendly staff who care about students as real people;
- Discipline without conflict or punishment;
- Connections to colleges, jobs, community involvement, sports, and the arts;
- Health care certification and other out-of-school learning opportunities;
Augsburg Fairview Academy is a small, charter public high school located in a beautiful, park-like setting in the Minneapolis “medical corridor.” Our door is open to any student who is looking for a place to learn where people care about each other and are willing to help when problems arise.
The Academy offers a strong, core academic program that prepares students for college, technical school, or an immediate entry into the job market. All of our academic courses aim for “college prep” effort and achievement from every student. Those students who need more help to reach this goal get whatever support they need.
The Academy is also committed to helping students find the path to lifetime happiness and satisfaction through the Circle of Courage and its focus on belonging, independence, mastery, and generosity. We invest more than one hour out of every four of our school day in helping students build stronger “connections” to themselves; to their families; to their communities as good citizens; to a positive involvement with the arts and athletics; and to a network of college, business, and social contacts that they can count on after they leave the Academy.
The Academy collaborates with Augsburg College, other universities, Fairview Health Services, and many other social welfare and health-related institutions to help students build powerful connections to the “real world” of health care, education, social justice, and other caring professions.
Our school is free to anyone in 9th-12th grade. We serve a highly diverse group of high school students who are motivated to pursue a challenging program.
Donate to AFA
Our school is always in need of various school supplies and equipment. Your contribution can include books, office supplies, new or gently used computers and more. Donations are tax deductible. If you or your organization would like to donate your time, money or supplies, please contact info@afa.tc or 612.333.1614
Non-Discrimination Policy
Augsburg Fairview Academy is committed to the policy that all persons shall have equal access to programs, facilities, admissions, and employment without regard to personal characteristics not related to ability, performance, or qualifications as determined by Academy policy or by state and federal authorities.
It is the policy of the Academy to maintain an academic and work environment free of discrimination, including harassment. Augsburg Fairview Academy prohibits discrimination and harassment against any person because of age, ancestry, color, disability or handicap, national origin, race, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
Discrimination or harassment against faculty, staff, or students will not be tolerated at Augsburg Fairview Academy for Health Careers. Direct all inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policy to
Dr. William M. (Bill) Spira
Lead Teacher and Executive Director
Augsburg Fairview Academy
2504 Columbus Ave.
Minneapolis, MN 55404
Tel 612-333-1614
Fax 612-339-2229
Email bill.spira@afa.tc
