For Families
2024 NWTA Catalog
Please click here to view the full catalog.
For questions regarding registration, please contact Monticello Community Education Director Jeremiah Mack at 763-272-2031.
*Registration is by the grade the student is in during the 2023-24 school year*
Why NWTA?
Because all children deserve to have their learning needs met, including our high potential students!
Northwest Talent Academy is dedicated to meeting the needs of those identified high potential learners by providing unique challenges in a fast-paced and engaging educational environment.
NWTA offers a wide variety of educational and enriching opportunities, covering subjects from STEM to music to creative thinking, and much more. Programming is designed to pique interests, develop passions, and make education both exciting and enticing for our high-potential learners.
Family FAQs
What grade do I register my child for?
You register your child for the CURRENT grade they are in (2023-2024 school year).
How many weeks can I register for?
You can register for any amount of weeks - 1, 2, 3, or all 4.
Do I have to attend classes all 4 weeks?
No you do not have to take classes all 4 weeks. You can take anywhere from one to four weeks of classes, and can take half-day or full-day options!
One of my children got an invite, can my other children go?
Only children who received the invite are allowed to register.
Why are classes so different in prices?
Base prices for each week of classes are $109 for half day and $209 for full day. Certain classes have additional fees based on supplies needed for the class, and that is reflected in the cost of the class.
Are their payment plans available?
Yes. Please contact the Monticello Community Education Office at 763-272-2030 to learn more.
Are there scholarships available?
Scholarships may be available through your home district, please contact them for inquiries.
*Early bird discounts applied to all classes February 5 - March 8. $10 off per class taken.
What is the cancellation/refund policy?
Class determinations will be made the week of March 18. Classes that do not meet the minimum number of participants, will be cancelled. Students will be given a chance to move to a different class that is running the same week or a full refund will be given. (Additional fees may apply)
Starting March 18, only partial refunds (50%) will be given for classes cancelled by the participant, if above the minimum number of students to run the class. Students may move to a different class that is running without penalty if minimum enrollment has been met.
After April 9, no refunds will be given for classes cancelled by the participant or changes to schedules.
Student Scholarships
Monticello
Monticello School District has secured funding to provide a limited number of scholarship opportunities to Monticello students enrolling in NWTA. These scholarships are available for students who would not otherwise be able to attend NWTA due to financial circumstances. To apply for a scholarship, please fill out this form. Scholarships will be granted through April 15 based on fund availability.
For specific scholarship questions, contact Jenine Severson at jenine.severson@monticello.k12.mn.us or Jeremiah Mack at jeremiah.mack@monticello.k12.mn.us.
Annandale
Annandale School District is happy to announce that they have some scholarship opportunities for their students. For more information please contact:
Renya Hartley at (320) 274-8218 ext 1145 or rhartley@isd876.org
Becker
Becker School District is very excited to have a few scholarship opportunities for Becker students enrolling in the NWTA Summer Program. For more information, or to apply for a scholarship, please click here.
For specific Becker scholarship questions, contact Michelle Peacock at mpeacock@isd726.org
Buffalo-Hannover-Montrose
Because of the kindness of Walmart and the Wright County United Way, you will be able to receive up to $150 per child towards the registration cost of your child's sessions. Scholarship money is limited and will be awarded on a first come/first serve basis.
To receive a scholarship you must contact Rob Nosbush, Gifted Services Coordinator for special registration information. Phone: 763-682-8766 or RNosbush@bhmschools.org
Please reach out to me prior to June 6. I am not in the office during the summer so I will not receive your messages regularly.