Each month, we are featuring a Highland Park business or organization. Community Spotlight honorees may have deep roots in Highland Park or might be new to the neighborhood. Visit highlanddistrictcouncil.org/community-spotlight to see more spotlights and to have your business or organization featured.
This month we are featuring Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy.
Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy is a K-5 elementary school with over 400 students that is part of the St. Paul Public School System. Jie Ming is a diverse, high-performing school that draws students from across the Twin Cities and surrounding suburbs. According to US News and World Report Best Elementary School rankings, Jie Ming is #15 in Minnesota. Any children who are five years old on or before September 1, 2026, can apply at apply.spps.org.
From Emily Post Vice President of Jie Ming PTA.
When did you first start your business/efforts in Highland Park?
Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy was started in 2011 and then relocated to the Homecroft Building in Highland Park in 2018.
What was the inspiration for doing the work you do?
I joined the PTA board because I have a current first grader and a child that will start Kindergarten next year. I want to continue to build a community for families and create forums for engagement between school administration and families.
What’s your favorite thing about Highland Park?
It is walkable, safe, and we have some great schools!
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