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About Kalon Prep

Kalon Prep is a new high school choice in Alexandria, MN.

  • The Kalon Approach

    A strengths-based, whole student, college and career focused school

  • A tuition free, 9-12 Charter School

    Minnesota Department of Education approved

  • On-campus Instruction

    An on-campus experience with in-person whole group instruction

  • 15:1 Student/Instructional Coach Ratio

    Designed to personalize each student’s educational journey

The Kalon Approach

Our Mission

To meet students where they are and guide them where they want to go. We will do so by listening, leading and launching them on a path to become the best version of themselves.

Partner Organizations

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CFES Partnership

The only Minnesota school partnered with nationally-known CFES Brilliant Pathways with a focus on mentorship, college and career pathways, and the essential skills of leadership, perseverance, teamwork, networking, and goal setting.

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Clifton Strengths

Students will discover how they are uniquely wired and will use those strengths to transform their great potential into great performance. Strengths are the foundation of our philosophy. Staff will be trained in this area and on-site strengths coaches will be available.

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Kalon Prep Leadership

Chris Kragenbring, Executive Director & Teacher

Chris has over 30 years of teaching experience in the Alexandria Area, has a master’s degree in curriculum and instruction, and was named North Dakota and Minnesota Teacher of the Year. She was selected twice as a U.S. Department of Education “Teach To Lead” participant and received a grant through CFES.

Apply Now

Applications for the 2024-25 academic year begin January 2024.

Apply Now

Applications for the 2024-25 academic year begin January 2024.