Welcome, Skippers, to Volume 17 of the Minnetonka Alumni Magazine! This year’s issue explores a simple but powerful idea: big things have small beginnings. Long before a remarkable achievement, there is often a moment of encouragement, a spark of curiosity, an unexpected opportunity or a simple act of kindness. Supported by teachers, families, mentors and friends, those beginnings can shape a life and create an impact that extends far beyond what anyone first imagined.

As you read, we invite you to consider not only what our Skippers have accomplished, but also where their journeys began. Their stories remind us that the time, talent and belief we invest in others today can grow into extraordinary possibilities for generations to come.

Explore all the feature stories below, or select a topic to begin.