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Minden Schools

Public Schools

Schools that serve the residents of Minden, Nevada fall under the jurisdiction of the Douglas County School district. Recognizing the importance of parental involvement, the schools is this district strongly encourage the participation of parents in their children’s day-to-day work as well as in community-building events held throughout the year.

The dedicated faculty and staff members at these schools work to continually develop professionally. This ensures that students in these facilities receive top-notch educational opportunities. Safe, comfortable environments are provided to students, while challenging curriculum keeps them focused and striving to reach their full potentials. For more information on these progressive-thinking schools, please visit http://www.dcsd.k12.nv.us/.

Private School

Grace Christian Academy
Grades: K-8

Colleges

Sierra Nevada College ~ “Proudly, unabashedly a Liberal Arts College,” Sierra Nevada College (SNC) believes that through a liberal arts education, students can prepare not just for a job, but for life. This is due to the fact that an education like this offers well-rounded lessons in developing critical-thinking skills…skills that will prove themselves useful throughout the course of a lifetime. Methods of sustainability of not only our environment but of the economy and society in general are ingrained in every student here, ensuring that they carry these characteristics with them after they graduate.

Degrees are offered in 14 different fields at SNC, as are continuing education programs, and a highly-regarded summer arts program. A graduate-level program in education is also available. This is a private 4-year college, situated in the beautiful northern Lake Tahoe region, less than an hour’s drive from Minden. Student to faculty ratio is 9:1, guaranteeing that each student receives the necessary attention to thoroughly grasp all that is being taught in the classroom. A ski team and snowboard team are available for the joining, and a unique outdoor adventure program is also offered. For more information about this impressive institution, please visit http://www.sierranevada.edu/home.php.

South Lake Tahoe Community College ~ Located just 20 miles southwest of Minden, Lake Tahoe Community College sits 6,229 feet above sea level in South Lake Tahoe, California. This extraordinary campus boasts a 164-acre wooded environment situated among breathtaking scenery in every direction. Students have use of a 26,000 square foot gymnasium complete with dance studio and a fitness education center. Associate’s Degrees are offered in 36 different areas, for those interested in pursuing a higher degree at a 4-year institution.

Professional Certificates are offered as well, for those interested in immediately entering or re-entering the workforce. The wide array of courses range from Addiction Studies to Anthropology to Environmental Science to Theater Arts. There are 13 clubs and organizations offered at South Lake Tahoe Community College, keeping students engaged and active in their school and in their community. Ongoing student activities keep students healthy and social. For more information about this dynamic college, please visit http://ltcc.edu/.