Service Adventure Leadership Team (SALT) High School
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        Volunteers of America of Minnesota SALT High School

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        Volunteers of America-Minnesota Service Adventure Leadership Team High School (SALT) is a Minneapolis Public Schools specialty school, serving grades 10 through 12, which features an experiential and environmental themed program that focuses on leadership development and community-based service learning.

        SALT students are typically those who may benefit from hands-on, experiential learning, have a passion for outdoor adventure and environmental activities, and/or may have been unsuccessful in traditional classroom settings. 

        Mission:
        The mission of SALT is to foster an intellectually, socially and physically challenging program in a learning environment designed to equip students with the skills, knowledge base and progressive attitudes necessary to make ongoing contributions in a changing world.

        Vision:
        All students at SALT are working to build their capacity as future leaders in their communities through practical application of academic coursework, collaborative service-learning projects, meaningful community engagement activities, and character building programs designed to instill a sense of adventure and courage necessary to make contributions toward a more sustainable world.


        Current Club/Activity Schedule

        (See the calendar for more specifics on dates, times, and locations.)

        Fishing/Biking Clubs

        Leaders: Ben/Andrew

        Where:  Around Minneapolis

        When: Tuesday, 3:15-4:30pm

        Credit: Phy. Ed.

        Movie Club

        Leaders: Kara

        Where: Room 2, SALT

        When: Monday, 3:00 - 4:30pm

        Credit: 1.5 hours, Misc.

        First Aid Club

        Leaders: Andrew and Ben

        Where: Room 1, SALT

        When: May 12

        Credit: 0.25 credits, Health

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        Recent Expedition Photos
        Dogsledding BWCA - Feb 17-20, 2011