One-to-One Private School in Mendota Heights, MN

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Take a tour of our campus and meet with Campus Director Jennifer Sorenson to learn how one-to-one instruction is helping students meet academic gains.

Take advantage of the one-to-one instruction that works. Our unique educational approach is based on 24 years of experience helping students in grades K-12 succeed academically. At Brightmont Academy, we identify and support the needs of each student, whether they struggle with depression and/or anxiety, learning disabilities, health issues or other special needs.


Brightmont’s educational model is mastery-based, empowering students to actively engage in their studies at their own pace while being challenged and supported throughout the learning process. We offer a range of programs throughout the year including full-time school, individual courses, tutoring, and skill-building programs. We offer open enrollment so you can start right away.


Contact Campus Director Jennifer Sorenson to learn more. We look forward to working together with your student and family to create a customized education program to meet your student’s specific academic needs.

High School Program

A comprehensive college preparatory program for one academic year of 9th-12th grade.

$31,350


Middle School Program

A program designed to prepare 6th-8th grade students for high school.

$26,600


Elementary School Program

A program designed to prepare K-5th grade students for middle school.
$28,800


Individual Semester Courses

Semester courses for 1st-12th grade students. We offer core courses as well as honors and AP courses.

Starting at $3,135


Additional Programs and Services

We also offer tutoring, skill-building programs, a reading intervention program, summer school, and test prep.

Starting at $800

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Student testimonials

“I like being able to have teachers with me every step of the way to help me, and everyone is really nice.”

-Selena, 7th grade student

“[Brightmont] has been nothing short of a good experience.”

-Jada, 10th grade student

“The group of teachers at Brightmont understand me and my needs to achieve success in life and they help me with my problems that I have in and outside of school.”

-David, 12th grade student

  • Parent Testimonials

    Featured Parent Testimonial


    “I am impressed with the dedicated and caring staff.”

    -Erica G, Brightmont parent


    “My son loves the teachers, and they really understand how my child learns best.”

    -Brightmont parent

Unlocking academic potential

90% of students say they are more successful in school since coming to Brightmont.

Campus highlights

Social events

Students and staff join together on a regular basis to celebrate events and participate in fun activities. Birthday celebrations occur monthly and families are invited to luncheons.

  • Spirit Week
  • baseball snackathon
  • Pi Day celebration
  • chili bar
  • hot cocoa bar
  • baked potato bar
  • giant Jenga games
  • learn to play chess
  • holiday cookie decorating bar
  • learn the basics of origami
  • baked potato bar
  • learn to juggle
  • 20th anniversary celebration
  • bean bag toss and ladder ball
  • Halloween snack bar
  • caramel apple bar
candy bar with legend

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Mendota Heights Campus

Address and Phone

(952) 564-2164

The Village at Mendota Heights

720 Main Street, Suite 101

Mendota Heights, MN 55118


Campus Hours

Regular opening hours:

Mon.-Thurs. 8:30am-6:00pm

Friday 8:30am-5:00pm


Accreditation

Accredited by Cognia (formerly AdvancED).

Approved as a Private Special Education School by the Arizona Department of Education.

Meet Jennifer Sorenson

Mendota Heights Campus Director

Jennifer Sorenson is the Campus Director of Brightmont Academy – Mendota Heights. She works with families to provide individualized solutions that lead to students realizing their true academic potential. As Campus Director, Jennifer oversees campus management, operations, student progress and engagement, and community partnerships. Her diligent and effective leadership results in improved outcomes for individual students and the community.


Jennifer holds a distinguished role as a member of the Minnesota Nonpublic Education Council and advises the Commissioner on issues affecting nonpublic education and nonpublic schools. She also serves as a board member for the University of Minnesota School of Journalism Alumni Society and The Garage. Jennifer volunteers her time as a professional speaker for LifeSource and a mentor for the University of Minnesota School of Journalism mentoring program. In 2015, Jennifer was named a 40 under 40 honoree by the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal. Jennifer served as the Chair for the Minnesota Career College Association in 2015 and 2016.


Jennifer previously served as the President of The Art Institutes International Minnesota and The Art Institute of Wisconsin, private creative arts colleges, where she oversaw all operations including development of and execution on the vision and strategic direction of the college, student success initiatives, graduate outcomes, faculty and staff development, and effective internal and external relationships. She worked in various roles at The Art Institutes since 2007 where she served as President, Regional Admissions Specialist, Senior Director of Admissions and Director of Admissions.


Jennifer holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities and a Master of Science degree in Management from Argosy University-Twin Cities.


Send Jennifer a message at
jennifer.sorenson@brightmontacademy.com.

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