IYT Spotlight: Minnesota School Sites
Check out our School Site Spotlight below to learn more about recent happenings at each of our school sites in IYT Minnesota!
School Spotlight: Park Center High School
Park Center High School brothers posing for a group photo as they wrap up the trimester.
Park Center Brothers are wrapping up Trimester 1 with determination, pushing hard to finish strong academically. Many are juggling tough coursework, sports, and active involvement in IYT programming, showing remarkable leadership both inside and outside the classroom.
Key Highlights:
Community Building: We brought more than 60 Brothers and their families to a Minnesota Timberwolves game to strengthen connections beyond school walls.
Mock Interview Champions: PC Brothers—alongside their mentor, Antonio Tate—were recognized for leading the winning team in our mock job interview challenge.
Leadership: A special recognition to Brothers DaShawn McVay and Tony Brown, who represented the region during a Brotherhood Group Interview with an external partner, speaking confidently about how IYT has shaped their goals.
School Spotlight: Hopkins High School
IYT Staff and leadership pose for a group photo with Attorney General, Rob Bonta in front of Natomas High School in Sacramento, CA.
Momentum was high at Hopkins High School this past month as we centered our work around one powerful theme: accountability. During programming, Brothers engaged in meaningful conversations about connecting the concept to setting grade goals, tracking progress, and taking ownership of their academic journey.
All 25 Hopkins Brothers are continuing to grow into what it means to truly buy into the Brotherhood through their actions. They are beginning to recognize that accountability isn’t just a word but a practice—one that shapes their success and character.
Brooklyn STEAM Middle School
Brothers stand next to a wall with a life-size diagram of Anthony Edwards of the Minnesota Timberwolves.
24 BMS Brothers were treated to an experience at a Minnesota Timberwolves game—an opportunity for them and their families to relax and deepen trust. Inside the classroom, 1:1 sessions focused on grade checks and goal setting are driving academic ownership.
North View Middle School
North View Middle School brothers visited NHCC during the fall college tour.
Two major highlights powered the month forward: bringing 10 North View families to the Timberwolves game and joining the Fall College Tour to NHCC. Mentors facilitated consistent study halls to reinforce productive work habits.
St. Louis Park Middle School
St. Louis Park Middle School brothers pose for a group photo.
Brothers dove into programming exploring the definition of brotherhood—showing up for one another and building trust. They carried that energy into friendly 1-on-1 competitions where sportsmanship shone through.
Richfield Middle School
Richfield Middle School brothers pose for a group photo during their visit to NHCC.
Brothers engaged with the Theatre Club at NHCC, sparking a lively exchange about confidence and storytelling. A special shout-out to Morris Crumble (8th grade), who stepped up to lead Region Hype with outstanding energy.