February 17, 2026
At the 2024 Spring Auction, our community said “yes” to strengthening how we support all learners through the Center for Inclusive Teaching and Learning. Teachers were equipped with new strategies and tools to meet students where they are. Classrooms became more flexible, more thoughtful, more responsive. But there is still so much more we can do to not only support neurodiverse learners but all students at MPA.
Over the past two years at MPA, we have watched possibility turn into progress. Last year, teachers partnered with an instructional coach and strengthened their practice through Universal Design for Learning. Flexible seating has entered classrooms. Collaboration across divisions has grown.
And we know we can do more.
Phase Two of the Center for Inclusive Teaching and Learning is about creating a space that reflects who we are as a school and who we want to become. Not a space for “some” students. A space for all students. A space for focus and testing, for tutoring and enrichment, for collaboration and creativity. A space where rigor and support exist together. A space that signals to current and prospective families that MPA understands how students learn in 2026 and beyond.
This is about belonging.
This is about excellence.
This is about making sure every student has what they need to thrive.
What this project includes:
- A refreshed and elevated Panther Center with updated HVAC, modern finishes, and functional furniture.
- A dedicated Middle School student space used during the school day and for Panther Center and Den programming before and after school.
- A centralized home for educators to collaborate and serve students cohesively across divisions.
- Quiet rooms for testing and focused work.
- Flexible spaces for one-on-one and small group support.
- Tutoring before and after school available to families as needed.
- Enrichment opportunities for students seeking additional challenge.
- Space for parent education and community learning.
Phase Two represents a $3 million investment in our students and in the future of MPA. We will officially launch this effort with a paddle raise at the Spring Auction: Rooted in Purpose, at The Lowlands in St. Paul.
Now is the time to be part of it.
2026 MPA Spring Auction: Rooted In Purpose
Join us for the 2026 MPA Spring Auction: Rooted In Purpose, on Friday, April 17, at the Lowlands in St. Paul! Join us as we gather in celebration of the people and purpose that make Mounds Park Academy such a special community, while raising critical support for our students, staffulty, and programs. Sponsorships and tickets are available NOW! Family Sponsorships can be purchased here, Business Sponsorships can be bought here, and tickets can be bought here. (Ticket prices increase to $125 after March 15.)
Help Make the Evening Unforgettable
We are seeking exciting contributions to elevate the event, including:
- MPA Exclusive Silent Auction items
- Live Auction Experiences
- Spirits and Wine Donations
- Curated Gifts and Experiences
Your support helps create a joyful, meaningful evening while making a lasting impact on MPA.
Visit the event website or contact Ashley Goetzke, director of development and community engagement, at agoetzke@moundsparkacademy.org to learn more or get involved.
