MASH Academy

Step 1: Submit an Inquiry

Interested families begin by completing an Inquiry Form to express interest in MASH Academy. This allows our team to learn more about your student-athlete and answer any initial questions.

Step 2: Application

Following the initial discussion, families will receive a formal application from MASH Academy to complete and submit before the interview and athlete visit.

Step 3: Family Interview

After receiving your inquiry, we will schedule an in-person meeting with the student athlete and their family. This meeting gives you an opportunity to:

• Learn more about our academic and athletic model
• Tour the MASH Campus
• Discuss your student’s goals and needs
• Ask questions about scheduling, expectations, and fit

Step 4: Athlete Visit & Evaluation

Prospective student-athletes will be invited to 1–2 afternoon training sessions at MASH. This visit allows us to:

• Introduce the athlete to our coaching staff and environment
• Observe movement, effort, and coachability
• Ensure the athlete feels comfortable and excited about the program

Step 5: Enrollment & Deposit

Once accepted, families secure their student’s spot by submitting a non-refundable enrollment deposit.

Students complete their online coursework during scheduled academic blocks on campus from 8am-12:30pm. They receive support from:

• Minnesota-licensed online teachers through their academic partner
• The on-site MASH Learning Coach who helps with organization, pacing, and communication.

Yes. We offer athletics only. Athletes can choose between 3 days and 5 days per week. 

• Fall Entry Deadline: Aug 15
• Spring Entry Deadline: Jan 1

MASH Academy offers enrollment twice a year to provide stable cohorts, a stronger community culture and better academic transitions.

Elementary School (Grades 3-5)

• English/Language Arts
• Math
• Science
• Social Studies

Middle School (Grades 6-8)

• English/Language Arts
• Math
• Science
• History
• Art & Music

High School (Grades 9-12)

• Core courses in Math, Science, English, and Social Studies
• Career-oriented electives in fields such as Business, Health Science, IT, and Engineering
• Postsecondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) for eligible students to earn college credit while in high school

MASH Academy will largely follow the ISD 272 (Eden Prairie) school calendar. We will provide roughly 170 days of on-site learning between September 1 and June 1 annually.

7:30 AM-8:00 AM Student Drop off Window
8:00 AM Student Arrival and Life Skills Homeroom
8:30 AM-12:30 PM Academics
12:00 PM-12:30 PM Lunch
12:30 PM-3:00 PM Athletics and Performance Training
3:00 PM Departure, Pick-up window: 3:00-3:30 PM

Athletics Only students may be dropped off no earlier than 12pm

One of the key benefits of MASH Academy is its flexibility. Traditional schools are not always conducive to the lifestyle of student-athletes, so we offer an adaptable attendance policy:

• Students can work from home when needed due to travel, recovery, or competition.
• Coursework is completed virtually, and staff can provide at-home workout programs.
• While we encourage on-site attendance for the best experience, our system ensures that education and training continue uninterrupted.
• Training programs can be provided virtually for students that are missing extended periods of time.

Yes, we provide support for students with IEPs and 504 plans. To ensure we can meet each student’s needs, families must complete a determination meeting with our education partner before enrollment.

The school day runs from 8am – 3pm daily. We will have guest speakers occasionally from 3pm – 4pm. If student-athletes need to arrive early or stay later, we offer Before and After School care for an additional fee from 7:30am – 4pm.

Students will have access to technology and equipment supported through MNVA and EPO. However, most students will have a preferred computer that they can use. Families will receive a list of required materials upon enrollment. Enrolled families receive school materials as part of the tuition.

Minnesota Virtual Academy and EPO are fully accredited through the NCAA. All students that graduate through MNVA or EPO are NCAA eligible.

MASH Academy follows a Long-Term Athletic Development (LTAD) model that focuses on building athleticism and sport skills progressively over time. Our approach emphasizes exposure to age-appropriate movements, skill development, and training experiences that help athletes excel in sports while developing a lifelong love of movement and physical activity.

Elementary School (Grades 3–5)

At the elementary level, the focus is on developing fundamental athletic skills in a fun and engaging environment. Students will work on:

• Fundamental movement patterns
• Balance, coordination, and stability
• Physical problem-solving skills
• Object control through a variety of games and sports
• Introductory technique in speed and plyometrics

The goal is to build confidence, movement literacy, and a positive relationship with physical activity.

Middle School (Grades 6–8)

As athletes grow, training becomes more structured while still encouraging exploration and multi-sport development. Students will focus on:

• Strength, speed, and plyometric technique development
• Increased training volume and skill refinement
• Dynamic movement challenges and athletic problem solving
• Continued exposure to multiple sports and activities

This stage bridges foundational skills with performance training.

High School (Grades 9–12)

High school athletes transition into more advanced and individualized training designed to support their specific sport goals. This includes:

• Sport-specific development
• Advanced strength and conditioning programming
• Individualized training plans based on sport, position, and performance goals
• Continued focus on injury prevention and long-term performance

MASH Academy provides sport-specific development in baseball, softball, soccer, and football through specialized training blocks focused on speed, movement patterns, position skills, and performance development. This training is designed to complement athletes’ club or school team participation.

MASH only allows two Athletics options:

• 5 days/week
• 3 fixed days/week (ex: M/W/F or T/Th + one fixed day)

The Minnesota State High School League (MSHSL) allows student-athletes attending MNVA or EPO online school to return to their resident high school to compete in high school athletics and activities. MASH Academy will not run high school teams. The goal is for students to stay integrated with their resident district sports organizations.

We offer several different enrollment options. Students can opt into education support, athletics, or both education and athletics. If students are opting into academics, we require enrollment throughout the entire school year – September through May. Students can opt into athletics for the year or on a quarterly basis.

FEE STRUCTURE

Option 1: Full Academy (Most Popular)
Academics + Athletics + Performance Training
Includes:

• Daily academic support with Learning Coach
• Structured training schedule
• Sport-specific development
• Strength & conditioning programming

Tuition: $12,700 per school year 
(Billed at $1,411.11/month, September–May)

Option 2: Academics Only
On-site learning support without athletic training
Includes:

• Daily academic block support
• Learning Coach guidance
• Structured learning environment

Tuition: $6,500 per school year

Option 3: Athletic Development Only
Daytime sport training and performance development
Includes:

• Sport-specific training sessions
• Strength and conditioning
• Long-term athletic development programming

Full School Year: $8,800 ($977.78/mo)

OR Trimester Enrollment Options:
• Trimester 1 (Sept–Nov): $3,500
• Trimester 2 (Dec–Mar): $3,500
• Trimester 3 (Mar–May): $3,500

Students can either bring lunch from home or have a lunch plan through MASH. If there is enough interest, we partner with HyVee to provide meals for roughly $11 per day. Families can opt into the MASH meal plan on a monthly basis.