Our Partners
Collaborating with forward-thinking organizations to bring the best possible educational experience to our students.
Minnesota Learner Centered Network
Advancing Personalized, Student-Centered Learning
We partner with the Minnesota Learner Centered Network, a group of forward-thinking schools focused on transforming education to better meet the needs of each student. Through this network, we collaborate with educators who prioritize personalized learning, student voice, and flexible pathways—helping ensure every child is supported in a way that works best for them.
Education Evolving
Driving Innovation in How Students Learn
Education Evolving is a Minnesota-based nonprofit that researches and advocates for innovative, student-centered learning models. Their work helps shape better educational practices and policies, ensuring schools like Level Up Academy can continue to evolve and provide meaningful, future-ready learning experiences for students.
Innovative Quality Schools (IQS)
Ensuring Quality, Accountability, and Trust
Innovative Quality Schools (IQS) serves as our charter school authorizer—an organization that provides oversight, accountability, and support to ensure we are delivering a high-quality education. In Minnesota, authorizers play an important role in making sure charter schools meet academic, financial, and operational standards, giving families confidence that their child’s school is both innovative and accountable.
Minnesota Association of Charter Schools
Championing High-Quality Public Charter Education
As a member of the Minnesota Association of Charter Schools, we are part of a statewide community that supports high-quality, innovative public education. This partnership helps us stay aligned with best practices, advocate for strong charter school policies, and continue improving learning opportunities for all students.
Teacher Powered Schools
Empowering Teachers to Lead and Innovate
Level Up Academy is part of the Teacher Powered Schools network, where educators have a direct role in designing and leading the school. This model empowers teachers to create flexible, personalized learning experiences, respond quickly to student needs, and build a collaborative environment that supports both student success and teacher retention.
Groves Learning Organization
Building Strong Readers Through Proven Methods
Through our partnership with Groves Learning Organization, we implement evidence-based literacy instruction rooted in the science of reading. This approach provides students with strong foundational reading skills, targeted support when needed, and proven strategies that help all learners—including those with learning differences—build confidence and succeed.
PeaceMaker Minnesota
Building Safer Schools Through Peaceful Conflict Resolution
PeaceMaker Minnesota partners with schools to prevent bullying and harassment while helping students develop empathy, respect, cooperation, and peaceful conflict-resolution skills. Through resources such as Peace Guide services, they support youth in solving problems, strengthening relationships, and building confidence - helping Level Up Academy foster a safe, caring, and connected school community.