On May 21st, 2009, Avalon School was one of six schools awarded the 2009 Minnesota Promising Practices Award. Avalon School earned this award for our Avalon Constitution and student governance model as a character building practice.  The Avalon School Constitution highlights our Peer Mediation program, Avalon Circle, and Avalon Congress.  By participating in these activities, students learn character building ideals like respect for others and self determination.  More can be learned about the Minnesota Promising Practices Awards and Schools of Character Awards at www.mncae.org.