Dr. Justina Akoto
School Counselor / PSEO CoordinatorSupports students with concerns such as stress, friendships, family changes, emotional challenges and academic difficulties.
jakoto@
Everything your family needs, in one place
Aim Academy is a partnership with families. Find the tools, people and support that help your student succeed every day.
Attendance & Front Office
Every school day counts
All students at Aim Academy are expected to attend school on a regular basis. We work closely with families to remove all barriers to regular attendance, so please reach out to school administration if there are challenges interfering with your child’s attendance.
Front Office
Mon – Thu: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PMFri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
If your student will be absent or late, please call the front office.
- 612-452-2274Office & absences
- 612-452-2293Office
- 612-298-0149Transportation
- admin@aimacademymn.org
- 2831 12th Ave South, Minneapolis
Transportation & Interpretation
Getting to school, and being understood
Getting to school should not be a barrier. Aim Academy provides transportation for all students.
612-298-0149Bus pickup and drop-off
Find your student’s pickup and drop-off times on your Open House info card, or call the transportation line. If a bus is late or your plans change, call the transportation line at 612-298-0149. Please let the front office know about any change of address or phone number.
Driving your student?
School drop-off is from 6:50 to 7:15 AM, and pick-up is from 2:15 to 2:45 PM.
Interpretation
Aim Academy offers interpretation services so parents can communicate with staff and teachers. Ask Kifah Hassan at the front desk about interpretation services.
Meals
Breakfast and lunch at school
Aim Academy serves breakfast and lunch to students. Our school provides free and reduced lunch for all students.
Email our school nurseFood allergies and dietary needs
Please let our school nurse know about any food allergies or dietary needs:
- Contact the school nurse to discuss your child’s allergies, food restrictions or dietary needs.
- Complete any required forms, and provide medical documentation if requested.
- Provide prescribed emergency medication, if needed, following the school’s medication procedures.
- Work with the nurse and school staff on a plan to support your child during meals, snacks and classroom activities.
- Let the nurse know about any changes during the school year.
USDA nondiscrimination statement
In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity.
Program information may be made available in languages other than English. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication to obtain program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language), should contact the responsible state or local agency that administers the program or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339.
To file a program discrimination complaint, a Complainant should complete a Form AD-3027, USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form which can be obtained online at: https://www.usda.gov/sites/default/files/documents/ad-3027.pdf, from any USDA office, by calling (866) 632-9992, or by writing a letter addressed to USDA. The letter must contain the complainant’s name, address, telephone number, and a written description of the alleged discriminatory action in sufficient detail to inform the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights (ASCR) about the nature and date of an alleged civil rights violation. The completed AD-3027 form or letter must be submitted to USDA by:
- mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture
Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights
1400 Independence Avenue, SW
Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; or - fax: (833) 256-1665 or (202) 690-7442; or
- email: program.intake@usda.gov
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
After School & Activities
More time to learn and grow
Enrichment opportunities after the regular school day for every Aim student, including academic support, sports and clubs.
Clubs & athleticsGrades 6–12 · Monday–Thursday, 2:30–4:00 PM
After School Program
Aim Academy provides enrichment opportunities after the regular school day for all students, including academic support as well as extracurricular activities. The program offers a safe and supportive environment with a wide range of benefits: academic development, social support and physical health.
Sports & clubs
Extracurricular Activities
Aim Academy offers extracurricular activities including sports and education clubs, such as our basketball team and archery program. These activities are a great way for students to widen their social circle, expand their interests and build their leadership skills.
Family Engagement
Families are partners in learning
Families are partners in learning at Aim Academy. Throughout the year, families are invited to Parent Academy trainings, parent nights and conferences.
- Parent Training Night
- Annual Parent Night
- Parent–Teacher Conferences
Our annual Parent Night is an end-of-year celebration of what students have learned and accomplished. Families can explore student projects, enjoy presentations and celebrate their children’s growth with teachers and our school community. This year’s Parent Night is on May 20, 2027.
Health Services
Health support during the school day
Our school nurse, Ayan Abi, supports students’ health during the school day. Reach the nurse at ayan.abi@aimacademymn.org or 612-452-2274.
Medications at school
If your child needs medication during the school day:
- Contact the school nurse to discuss the medication and when your child needs it.
- Complete the required authorization forms, including healthcare provider instructions when required.
- Have a parent or guardian deliver the medication in its original, labeled container. Prescription labels should include your child’s name and dosing instructions.
- Coordinate storage and giving the medication with the nurse. Students may carry or take medication on their own only with school authorization.
- Let the nurse know about any changes, and arrange to pick up unused or expired medication.
Free or low-cost health coverage
Your family may qualify for free or low-cost health coverage through Medical Assistance or MinnesotaCare. Applications are available in multiple languages, including Somali.
To get help applying, call MNsure at 651-539-2099 or 1-855-366-7873.
Mental Health Support
Support at school and in the community
Students’ mental health affects their learning, relationships and overall well-being. We work with students and families to connect them with support at school and in the community.
Support at school
Students may ask a teacher or staff member to help them connect with the counselor. Parents and guardians may contact the counselor directly to discuss concerns or ask for help finding community services.
Community mental health services
Families may contact these providers directly to ask about appointments and services. Sliding-fee programs reduce costs based on income, household size and eligibility.
- Washburn Center for Children
Mental health services for children and families. Sliding-fee and adjusted payment options are available for eligible families.
612-871-1454 - People Incorporated
Mental health services with sliding-fee discounts for eligible uninsured or underinsured individuals.
651-774-0011 - Walk-In Counseling Center
Free counseling, in person and virtually, during scheduled clinic hours. No appointment is needed.
612-870-0565
When you contact a provider, ask about the ages they serve, appointment availability, insurance, reduced fees, and Somali-language services or interpreters.
Family Support
The people here to help
Not sure who to ask? Start with our Family Liaison, or call the front office and we’ll connect you with the right person.
Full staff directoryAbdullahi Ismail
Parent and Family LiaisonBuilds strong connections between home and school: answering questions, helping with school communication, connecting families with community resources and helping you reach the right staff member.
aismail@Kifah Hassan
Front Desk & AttendanceCall or stop by the front desk about absences, attendance and interpretation services.
khassan@Dr. Justina Akoto
School Counselor / PSEO CoordinatorSupports students with concerns such as stress, friendships, family changes, emotional challenges and academic difficulties.
jakoto@Ayan Abi
School Nurse / Food and Nutrition Services CoordinatorSupports students’ health during the school day, including medications, allergies and dietary needs.
ayan.abi@Student Records Request
Request student records
Current and former families can request transcripts, immunization records and other student records. Fill in the form and send it to the front office.
Leaving Aim Academy? Please complete the Withdrawal Notice instead.
Admissions · Tuition-free
Apply for the 2026–2027 School Year
Tuition-free public charter schoolGrades 6–12Transportation available