Faith, flesh and the rise of the iron cult By Vincent Pilling At Minnehaha Academy, the search for meaning isn’t theoretical—it’s visible in people like senior Emmanuel James-Lejarcegui, who plays...
The weight of meaning
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World’s best hockey coming to Minnesota
World Juniors tournament brings best young hockey talent to Twin Cities over holiday break As the Olympics near, hockey will once again be seen on the national stage. But many players already named...
The beauty of Lidet
Celebrating Christmas on Jan. 7, Eritrean Orthodox Tewahedo Christians share traditions from East Africa St. Gabriel Eritrean Orthodox Tewahedo Church Photos by Ezra Habtes, Nov. 30, 2025....
The ups and downs of PSEO
PSEO lets high-school students earn college credit: Is the program as good as it sounds? Light squeezes in through velvety blackout curtains, serving as the telltale preemptive alarm clock set for...
Photo Gallery: Art Deco in the Twin Cities
Australia comes to MA
A look at the new Upper School Principal, Toby Castle In spring of 2025, Minnehaha Academy announced that the current upper school principal, Mike DiNardo, would be resigning to take a teaching...
New Greek class at Minnehaha
At MA, Greek has not been taught for over 100 years – until now. “It's something I’ve always hoped I would have time...
Ezra May, tops in hurdles
Have you ever wondered how big of a deal a tenth of a second is in track? For most people, a tenth of a second...
Golf doesn’t have to be pricey
Find some used clubs, sign up for a youth discount, & swing away Golf is widely known as one of the most expensive...
DiNardo chooses teaching
This is Mike DiNardo’s fifth and final year of being the Minnehaha Academy’s Upper School principal and his 20th year...
The Power of influence
How rising stars come to fame on social media -- and impact you Many have heard that winning the lottery will...
How D & D’s image has changed
Once viewed with suspicion, Dungeons and Dragons now seen as creative fun Dungeons and Dragons has greatly evolved...
Therapy animals prove calming influence
Science backs positive health impact of animals on humans In the age of screens, depression, loneliness and less...
Musical memories: Class of 2025
Songs that shaped our coming of age As graduation approaches and tassels are urging to be turned, the class of 2025...
Time in nature has proven health benefits
Don’t forget to turn off your screens and spend time outside; your mind and body will thank you In this modern world...