Galtier Magnet Elementary School, in the historic Midway area of St. Paul, provides the setting for our dynamic learning community with an emphasis on Science, Math and Technology. Our location at the midpoint between downtown St. Paul and Minneapolis provides our students with the wealth of resources that only an urban educational experience can offer. At Galtier Magnet, the academic program focuses on developing highly literate mathematicians and scientists. Students are skilled in using technology and cross curricular strategies in a safe, enriching, and collaborative learning environment. Students learn critical thinking skills through hands on learning activities. Galtier staff have been empowered by professional development provided by the Reading First Grant and the Project for Academic Excellence. Research based Balanced Literacy instruction is expertly delivered by highly trained and dedicated staff in Reader’s and Writer’s Workshops.
SCHOOL HIGHLIGHTS
Technology integration throughout the building
Advanced teacher computer workstations in every classroom which include Smartboards, a built-in speaker system, microphones, and multimedia presentation capabilities
