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Every year, Blake recognizes a faculty member who has taken the time to give of themself to students in a special way—as mentor, confidant, tutor or friend—and a staff member who has gone above and beyond in their role at Blake.
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With the close of the 2024-25 school year, four Blake employees celebrated their retirement. These individuals represent a combined 72 years of service at Blake.
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The Board of Trustees and the Head of School Search Committee have announced the appointment of Chris Torino as Blake’s next Head of School. Torino will assume his role in the 2026-27 school year, beginning July 1, 2026.
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Blake's Head of School has been appointed executive director of the Independent Schools Association of the Central States beginning July 2026.
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Led by the LEAG (Leadership, Engagement, Alumni, Giving) Committee, the class of 2025 has officially kicked off its senior class gift campaign.
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Our community has done it again, exceeding the 400-donor goal with record participation and showing everyone how Bears Inspire Generosity.
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Show your pride in Blake Bears athletics and come watch our incredible teams in action this spring! Each week we'll spotlight one of the varsity teams as they host a top rival team.
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Nominations for the Juliet Nelson Faculty Award and the Staff Recognition Award are now being accepted.
At-A-Glance
38%
Students who identify with a community of color.
26%
Students who receive need-based financial assistance.
25%
Average National Merit students per class.
4
Average for-credit global immersion experiences offered annually
16
Average classroom size.
25%
Upper School students who choose to participate in Community Service Board and/or Service Path Recognition
1,320
Students enrolled in grades PK to 12
$9.1M
Financial assistance awarded annually
64
Twin Cities neighborhoods represented by our families.
77%
Faculty with advanced degrees.
140
Global Online Academy member schools (including Blake), representing 30 countries
100+
Student clubs and co-curricular groups
82
Athletic teams total (35 varsity teams)
130
Average graduating class size.
100+
Arts & debate events each year
40+
Community partners for service learning
9:1
Student-adult ratio.
42
Number of languages Blake families speak in addition to English.
76%
Upper School students who participate in athletics
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Grades PK-1
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Grades 2-5
Designed for young learners, the ELC is nestled into a hillside next to a wooded area. This electric, geothermal building features light-filled classrooms and common areas.
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