Dear MPA Community,
The Mounds Park Academy community is united by a shared belief that developing meaningful relationships and the power of education are key to making a difference in the world. Your dedication to MPA’s mission and vision ensures our school continues to be a place where students are known, challenged, and supported. MPA is a place where our motto, “Dream Big. Do Right.,” comes to life each day and I am pleased to share with you the 2025-26 Annual Report.
Last year, donors contributed $626,267 to the MPA Fund, providing essential support for the programs, people, and experiences that make an MPA education extraordinary. Thanks to this generosity, faculty and staff participated in professional development on campus, at conferences in Minnesota, and across the country, bringing back their learning to share with colleagues and students. Our facilities received upgrades, including improvements to the outdoor stadium, LED lighting throughout the building, and the expansion of our Early Childhood program through the construction of an additional classroom. Your support continues to enrich our academic, arts, and athletics programs and provide opportunities for students to explore their interests, challenge themselves, and develop meaningful connections throughout our community.
Our community also came together in an incredible demonstration of support for the Center for Inclusive Teaching and Learning (CITL), raising $645,897 through our Fund A Need initiative at the Spring Auction. This investment will help us meet the evolving needs of our students through targeted academic support, enrichment opportunities, and resources for faculty to further differentiate instruction. The CITL will also serve as a space for the MPA Distinguished Speaker Series and other adult-facing opportunities to further our deep belief in lifelong learning. In addition, the Panther Center for extended day programming will be renovated into a dynamic, flexible, and welcoming environment that supports our students throughout the entire year. As we work toward completing these renovations by January 2028, we remain committed to ensuring every student has the resources, relationships, and opportunities needed to thrive.
Each day, I have the privilege of witnessing the many ways our community brings the MPA mission to life. Whether through the dedication of our faculty and staff, the curiosity and enthusiasm of our students, or the generosity of families, alumni, and friends who share their time, talents, and resources, I am continually reminded that what makes MPA so special is the collective commitment we share to one another and to the future of our school. This year, we are especially pleased to recognize those who gave the gift of their time through a new volunteer listing in the Annual Report. Their contributions are just one more example of the many ways our community makes MPA extraordinary.
As you explore MPA’s 2025-26 Annual Report, I hope you see the meaningful impact of your generosity and the many ways our community’s collective commitment continues to shape the experiences of our students today while creating opportunities for generations to come.
With much gratitude,
- Dr. Lori-Anne Brogdon, Head of School
