Eagle Ridge Academy Lower SchoolStudent Guide

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Student guide · Quarter 1 2026

The semester, explained for Eagle Ridge Academy Lower School

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Quarter 1 2026
Campus terms
7
Local details
8

Academic calendar

Quarter 1 2026 runs Aug 24, 2026 – Oct 30, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

8 entries
  1. Quarter 1 2026Relevant now
  2. Quarter 2 2026-2027
  3. Quarter 3 2027
  4. Quarter 4 2027
  5. Quarter 1 2027
  6. Quarter 2 2027-2028
  7. Quarter 3 2028
  8. Quarter 4 2028

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Campus language

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7 terms

E

ERA
Eagle Ridge Academy; the common abbreviation for the school.

F

FERA
Friends of Eagle Ridge Academy; the foundation that supports the school's capital and long-term needs.

G

Gryphons
The school mascot, used to refer to students, sports teams, and the school community.

H

Hot Lunch
The daily prepared meal service provided by the school cafeteria, managed via the Boonli ordering system.

P

PTO
Parent Teacher Organization; the volunteer group that organizes school events and fundraising.

S

Spirit Wear
ERA-branded clothing that students are permitted to wear on designated 'Spirit Wear' days in place of the standard uniform.

T

The Pillars
Refers to the six core virtues of the school: Citizenship, Integrity, Perseverance, Honor, Excellence, and Respect.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

8 details
Carpool
The highly structured vehicle line system for morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up at the Minnetonka campus.
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Eagle Ridge Academy Cafeteria
Infinite Campus
The online portal used by parents and students to access grades, attendance records, and official school schedules.
Silent Dismissal
The digital system used during carpool to coordinate student release from classrooms to their vehicles.
The Forum
The large central multi-purpose space used for performances, presentations, and large gatherings.
The Gryphon Gazette
The official weekly newsletter sent to families containing essential school updates and calendar items.
The Gym
The athletic facility used for physical education and school-wide assemblies.
Uniform Policy
The specific dress code requirements that vary by grade level (Lower, Middle, and Upper School).

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What academic term is relevant now?
Quarter 1 2026 runs Aug 24, 2026 – Oct 30, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
7 approved campus terms and 8 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Life in Minnetonka for Eagle Ridge Academy Lower School Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Minnetonka.

Timezone

Central Time (CT)

Median Rent

$1,800

Cost of Living Index

115

Student Population

6,500

City Transportation

Walkability

25

Bikeability

55

Public Transit

Metro Transit bus routes, Express commuter buses to Minneapolis

Nearest Airports

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (regional hub), Flying Cloud Airport (nearby general aviation)

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid continental

Avg Annual Temp

45.8°F

Avg Snowfall

53 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

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Student Parking Lot

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Permits are required for students; parking lot map is available on the school portal.

Campus News

Latest updates from Eagle Ridge Academy Lower School

Eagle Ridge Academy Named One of the Best High Schools in the State

Eagle Ridge Academy earned the 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best High Schools Medal and Charter Medal, ranking 10th in Minnesota.

Aug 19, 2026

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Update on 2026-27 Instructional Day Start and End Times

The Minnetonka campus shifted its start and end times by five minutes to 8:05 a.m. - 3:05 p.m. for the School of Grammar.

May 15, 2026

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Class of 2026 Commencement Ceremony Recording

The Academy released the recording of the May 29 commencement ceremony for the Class of 2026.

Jun 1, 2026

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Silent Dismissal system in use for orderly and safe end-of-day student release.

Silent Dismissal system in use for orderly and safe end-of-day student release.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Eagle Ridge Academy Lower School

Bus Safety Training

September 2, 2026

11111 Bren Rd W, Minnetonka, MN 55343

Students will complete school bus safety training during the school day.

No School | Labor Day

September 7, 2026

Eagle Ridge Academy

There is no school and the office will be closed due to Labor Day.

Virtual Board of Directors Listening Session

September 8, 2026

Virtual (Meeting ID: 546 087 0386)

A session for community members to discuss questions or concerns with the Board of Directors and Administrative team.

Campus Details

Academic System

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