"Liberty prepared me well academically and gave me the confidence to succeed at the university level. It also helped form me spiritually and as a person of character. I'm thankful I attended LCA!"
Luke Tristani, Alumni 2008
"I am a teacher at Liberty, and my three children also attend in the lower school, middle school and upper school. I get the privilege of sitting in on the teacher's meetings. In one of these meetings we were talking about discipleship in each grade and that our goal at Liberty is to not just teach, but disciple each student in the Lord.
As I listened to various teachers talk, I felt tears coming, and I was so overwhelmed with emotion. What a blessing not only to be a teacher who disciples each student, but to have the pleasure of knowing my children are being cared for and nurtured by such loving teachers. Thank You!"
Susanne Horn, June 2011
"Thank you for all you did to make this a wonderful school year for Aiden!"
Scott and Jennifer Anderson, enrolled since 2010
"To the Teachers and Faculty of Liberty Classical Academy:
Dear Friends,
I have enjoyed the long and happy year I have had with you. I hope I will be with you for many more years to come. I loved Mrs. Grill's cheery attitude and Mrs. Maki's unusual praise of the Arts. I enjoyed Mrs. Hall's way of teaching and all the ways that Mr. Drager could relate two entirely different events in history. All I see in Liberty is good spirit, cheerfulness, and fun. I know that you will answer my questions in a way that I can understand them. You welcomed me with open arms. This school year was a complete success. Though I am glad to be done with the year, I am hoping to return to the Academy next year.
Sincerely,
Aiden Anderson
Aiden Anderson, after his first year of enrollment (2010-2011)
"You'll be very pleased to hear that Quinn recently competed for and won acceptance and a full-ride scholarship to the "Introduction to Austrian Economics" conference this summer presented by The Foundation for Economic Education (fee.org)!
To earn this honor, Quinn submitted a resume, a reference from one of his political science professors and two original essays, one on the greatest threat to economic liberty today. FEE reported receiving thousands of applications from college students around the world, and approximately 80 were accepted to each of seven summer seminars. From June 6-11 in Atlanta, Georgia, Quinn will learn about the Austrian School of Economics' view on topics ranging from free-market fundamentals to business cycles and globalization. Lecturers include leading economics thinkers from George Mason University, St. Lawrence University, Hillsdale College and Mount Olive College.
Joe and I have no doubt that Quinn was exceedingly prepared by Liberty Classical Academy to compete for such opportunities. We can trace his ability to analyze information, formulate a thoughtful position, and express his ideas eloquently in written or spoken word to Liberty!"
Joe and Lisa Treleven, May 2011
"As a professor at a Christian college, I hoped my daughter could receive the kind of education I wished my own students had upon entering college: one which is grounded in scripture, rooted in the classics of the western tradition, focused on effective oral and written communication, and intent on facilitating critical thinking skills. Liberty provides this very type of education, and does so in a way which makes learning enjoyable and exciting.
Before Liberty, our daughter attended another Christian school, which also had higher-level academics. To accomplish this, however, students did a lot of repetitious busywork, which our daughter found tedious. Conversely, Liberty challenges our daughter academically in a way that makes learning fun.
In addition, the small class size at Liberty provides opportunities for the teachers to connect with each student and for the students to connect with each other. This environment cultivates strong character development and promotes good citizenship. We are thankful for Liberty and are excited about our daughter’s educational future in its care."
Steve & Amy, enrolled in 2008-09
"With small classes, excellent teachers, rich intellectual material, a great student body and a supportive environment, my sons had a very successful first year at Liberty both socially and academically. They were not only challenged and encouraged, but also fully engaged on many levels and had lots of fun. Liberty is unique among college prep schools in the Twin Cities with its immersion in the classics, logic, Latin, rhetoric, extensive drama, and emphasis on Christian values."
L. Alexander, enrolled since 2007-08
"I was very pleased with the opportunities I had to meet the faculty and discuss my son’s progress at Liberty . . . Not only did they know and address their subject matter, but they also acknowledged the role of values in a bigger picture than just within the classroom. It is easy to squelch the spirit of young man, as he is exploring ideas, some of which we know he will find to be in error. It always is tempting to say, “No, that’s not true,” rather than setting the stage for him to discover on his own. But no one on the Liberty faculty, that I could discern, succumbs to that temptation. You encourage my son to examine ideas, from every angle, giving him permission to question in the knowledge and faith that he will come to the ultimate truth . . .The groundwork of lifelong faith rests in each person struggling and wrestling with the world as he finds it. You are helping my son to do that . . he will one day know God as clearly and firmly as you and I do, and when he does, he will be able to reflect on the gifts that you provided, in encouraging him to think."
S. Schleifer, enrolled since 2007-08
“We appreciate the small class sizes and dedicated teachers. Our son has been challenged academically in many ways at Liberty, including advanced logic and geometry in 8th grade, which would not be typical curriculum in most middle schools. In addition, he gets a lot of exposure to the fine arts, with music/art/drama being offered yearly, and he is taught from the perspective of a Christian worldview. We are convinced that the classical Christian education he is receiving at Liberty will provide a strong foundation for his future.”
The Sauls
"Even though my children aren't in school yet, we can't wait to send them to Liberty! As a parent and teacher, I've seen such a difference in our youth group between the kids that attend Liberty and the kids that attend other schools, and we want that for our kids."
Leah Unger, teacher and future Liberty parent
"I'm so impressed with the level of teaching at Liberty school. The teacher certainly made this historical event come to life for these kids. They will never forget it. I also loved the lesson that you are never too young (or too old) to stand up for what is right and that anyone can make a difference."
Grandparent Linda, after watching her grandson in a 4th/5th grade production, "Newsies"