Lakeside Academy

Lakeside Academy Lakeside Academy is a Christian, therapeutic boarding school for teen boys located in Buffalo, MN.

Lakeside Academy is a Christian Behavior and Recovery Center for boys aged 13-18 years, who are heading down the wrong path due to substance use, anger management, and other behavioral issues. We are committed to helping troubled teen boys who are heading down the wrong path. We have a safe and affordable camp environment for teens who are struggling with anger management, behavioral issues and/or addictions. We are built on a foundation of Christian faith – fostering new behaviors, character development, and helping each boy recognize who they were created to be. We do this by providing an amazing environment where they can truly feel like they belong and create new, positive relationships.

🚗 It’s Give CARS to the Max Day!From now until December 31, your unused vehicle can change a life. Donating your car, tr...
11/20/2025

🚗 It’s Give CARS to the Max Day!

From now until December 31, your unused vehicle can change a life. Donating your car, truck, van, boat, or motorcycle helps Minnesotans in recovery gain freedom, mobility, and opportunity. We handle everything and guide you through the process—giving has never been easier!

Three simple ways to give:
✅ Fast, free pick-up – we’ll come to you at no cost.
✅ Drop-off – bring your vehicle to one of our convenient locations.
✅ Cars for Recovery donations – funds help purchase and maintain vehicles for those in need.

💛 Every vehicle donation directly transforms a life. Schedule your pick-up, find a drop-off site, or give today:
🔗 https://www.mntc.org/car-donations/

🚨 Give to the Max Day is TOMORROW! 🚨Your vehicle can change a life. When you donate to Cars for Recovery, you’re giving ...
11/19/2025

🚨 Give to the Max Day is TOMORROW! 🚨

Your vehicle can change a life. When you donate to Cars for Recovery, you’re giving Minnesotans in recovery the gift of independence, mobility, and opportunity. Every car, truck, van, boat, or motorcycle makes a real difference.

Ways to give:
✅ Donate your vehicle — free pick-up!
✅ Drop it off at one of our partner sites.
✅ Give funds to purchase & maintain vehicles.

💛 Every gift helps someone take the next step in their recovery journey. Act now—schedule your pick-up, find a drop-off site, or give today:
🔗 https://www.mntc.org/car-donations/

Depression can be a crippling mental health issue, especially in adolescents. Dramatic hormone changes coupled with the ...
11/18/2025

Depression can be a crippling mental health issue, especially in adolescents. Dramatic hormone changes coupled with the everyday stresses of growing up can create an emotional storm in vulnerable teens. While teen depression is a serious issue, help is available, and recovery is possible.

Read on to learn more about the warning signs that signal depression in teens and how Lakeside Academy can support your family during this trying time.

https://boysteenchallenge.mntc.org/teen-depression/

Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact You are doing. - 1 Thess. 5:11
11/17/2025

Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact You are doing.
- 1 Thess. 5:11

🚗 This Give to the Max Day, your vehicle can change a life!When you donate a car, truck, van, boat, or motorcycle, you’r...
11/15/2025

🚗 This Give to the Max Day, your vehicle can change a life!

When you donate a car, truck, van, boat, or motorcycle, you’re not just giving a vehicle—you’re giving freedom, opportunity, and hope. Your gift helps MnTC clients get to appointments, classes, and jobs, and helps graduates afford their own reliable transportation.

Here’s how you can make an impact:
✅ Free, fast pick-up – we’ll come to you at no cost.
✅ Drop-off – bring your vehicle to one of our convenient sites.
✅ Cars for Recovery – financial gifts go toward purchasing and maintaining vehicles for those in need.

💛 Every donation directly transforms lives. Schedule your pick-up, find a drop-off location, or give today:
🔗 https://www.mntc.org/car-donations/

The Lakeside Academy wood shop offers a creative space for students to learn how to craft functional wood pieces in a su...
11/14/2025

The Lakeside Academy wood shop offers a creative space for students to learn how to craft functional wood pieces in a supervised, supportive environment. Students build items such as bird houses and cutting boards.

Learn more about on-site activities at the link below.
https://boysteenchallenge.mntc.org/activities/

Set on 48 scenic acres, Lakeside Academy encourages healing through connection with nature and outdoor activities. Visit...
11/13/2025

Set on 48 scenic acres, Lakeside Academy encourages healing through connection with nature and outdoor activities.

Visit the link below to learn more.
https://boysteenchallenge.mntc.org/

📞 Or call us today at 844-768-8336

Last month, we celebrated 10 years of Lakeside Academy! We gathered with graduates and community members to celebrate th...
11/12/2025

Last month, we celebrated 10 years of Lakeside Academy! We gathered with graduates and community members to celebrate the many lives that have been changed throughout the years. We are so excited to continue serving our community and teen boys struggling with addiction.

Learn more about Lakeside Academy at the link below.
https://boysteenchallenge.mntc.org/

Dealing with anxiety can be challenging enough, but teen anxiety can often lead to difficulties at home, at school, and ...
11/11/2025

Dealing with anxiety can be challenging enough, but teen anxiety can often lead to difficulties at home, at school, and with peers.

Find out more about teenage anxiety, some common causes, and ways that Lakeside Academy can help you find hope.
https://boysteenchallenge.mntc.org/anxiety/

We had so much fun carving pumpkins!
11/11/2025

We had so much fun carving pumpkins!

Give to the Max Day is Thursday, November 20 — and we need your vehicles!Your gift to Cars for Recovery helps MnTC clien...
11/08/2025

Give to the Max Day is Thursday, November 20 — and we need your vehicles!

Your gift to Cars for Recovery helps MnTC clients and graduates get where they need to go — treatment, jobs, and a new life.

Ways to give:
✅ Donate your vehicle — free pick-up!
✅ Drop it off at one of our partner sites.
✅ Give funds to purchase & maintain vehicles.

Every vehicle donated changes a life. Don’t wait — help us MAX out this Give to the Max Day!
🔗 https://www.mntc.org/car-donations/

11/07/2025

"I wanted to get him help because I knew he was at that age where he wasn't going to be in my household much longer." - Parent of Lakeside Academy graduate

If your teen son is struggling with addiction, Lakeside Academy is here for you. Learn more at the link below.
https://boysteenchallenge.mntc.org/

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100 Garrison Avenue NE
Buffalo, MN
55313

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+18447688336

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Lakeside Academy is a Christian Behavior and Recovery Center for boys aged 13-18 years who are heading down the wrong path due to substance use, anger management, and other behavioral issues. Set on 48 acres in the Buffalo, MN area, Lakeside Academy offers licensed treatment, mental health and other counseling services, and on-site educating including conventional, online, and project based learning – all in a camp environment. We are committed to helping troubled teen boys who are heading down the wrong path. We have a safe and affordable camp environment for teens who are struggling with anger management, behavioral issues and/or addictions. We are built on a foundation of Christian faith – fostering new behaviors, character development, and helping each boy recognize who they were created to be. We do this by providing an amazing environment where they can truly feel like they belong and create new, positive relationships.