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
Kalon is committed to providing an exceptional campus culture that will: identify and celebrate individual strengths; foster strong academic achievement; create relevant experiences; surround students with caring adults and include a healthy dose of fun.
Love them first. Equip them. Watch them soar.
Partner Organizations
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.
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.
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.
Kalon Prep
Sports & Activity Options
Kalon Prep Academy now belongs to the Minnesota State High School League.
Kalon Prep Trap Team
Contact Tony Baune if interested in participating, tony.baune79@gmail.com
Kalon Prep Archery Team
Contact Kim Wixon if interested in participating, kimw@kalonprep.org
In partnership with Alexandria Community Christian School for:
- Cross Country
- Basketball
- Golf
- Speech
- One Act Play
2024-25 demographics
Free/Reduced Meals: 51% – Female: 51% – Male: 49% – Minority Enrollment: 1%
