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Why Choose Weaver Lake: A Math, Science & Technology School

Weaver Lake Elementary: A Math, Science & Technology School is a nationally recognized magnet school located in Maple Grove, Minnesota, serving more than 630 students in prekindergarten through fifth grade. Through a rigorous STEM focus, students engage in hands-on, inquiry-based learning that builds critical thinking, problem-solving and innovation skills.

At Weaver Lake, students benefit from:

  • A nationally certified STEM magnet program

  • Inquiry-based, hands-on science and math instruction

  • Technology integrated across all subject areas

  • Value-added STEM projects at every grade level

  • Strong community partnerships that extend learning beyond the classroom

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Weaver Lake Students

Academic excellence through STEM

Weaver Lake’s STEM curriculum is aligned with state and national standards. Technology is seamlessly integrated throughout instruction, and students participate in hands-on investigations, project-based learning and collaborative problem-solving at every grade level.

Students are encouraged to take risks, ask questions and think like scientists. Educators use science notebooks, engineering design processes and differentiated strategies to personalize learning and ensure students are both supported and challenged.

Hands-on learning beyond the classroom

At Weaver Lake, learning extends beyond traditional classrooms. Outdoor classrooms, a student-planted prairie and proximity to local nature centers provide real-world science exploration opportunities.

Events such as STEM in Action Fair and Family Engineering Night bring families into the learning experience and strengthen school connections.

Nationally recognized STEM magnet school

Merit of Excellence

Weaver Lake is a nationally certified Magnet School of Excellence through Magnet Schools of America. This recognition reflects high academic standards, strong integrated curriculum design and a commitment to equity and student achievement.

In 2025, Weaver Lake was named a Top Magnet School for its continued leadership in STEM education.

Community partnerships

Weaver Lake partners with local organizations to extend STEM learning and provide authentic experiences connected to classroom instruction. Partners include:

  • Eastman Nature Center
  • Bell Museum
  • Three Rivers Park District
  • University of Minnesota

These partnerships provide students with authentic, real-world learning experiences that connect classroom instruction to future careers in STEM fields and emerging industries.