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CER ranks Alaska's law 7th weakest of the nation's 40 charter laws, with an overall grade of D.

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Alphabetical Listing of Schools: 1 - 25 of 27

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Alaska Native Cultural Charter School (Map It)
7041 DeBarr Rd.
Anchorage, AK 99504
Phone: 907-575-6195
Opened 2008
Enrollment: 200
Grades: K-6
Status: Open
Description: The school offers students a curriculum focused on Alaska Native culture and a rigorous academic program that develops academic achievement.

Anvil City Science Academy (Map It)
Mile 3.5 Nome-Teller Hwy.
Nome, AK 99762
Phone: 907-443-6207
Opened 1998
Enrollment: 44
Grades: 5-8
Status: Open
Description: Thematic learning, outward bound exploration and science-based curriculum. Emphasis on science and technology. Core Knowledge curriculum.

Aquarian Charter School (Map It)
1705 W. 32nd Ave.
Anchorage, AK 99517
Phone: 907-337-0469
Opened 1997
Enrollment: 360
Grades: K-6
Status: Open
Description: Includes drama, music, Spanish Inclusion and art to boost achievement. Program for high-achieving children from families with working parents.

Aurora Borealis Charter School (Map It)
705 Frontage Road, Ste. A
Kenai, AK 99611-7769
Phone: 907-283-0292
Opened 1997
Enrollment: 180
Grades: K-8
Status: Open
Description: Teachers and parents are provided with the opportunity, responsibility and accountability for the management and control of the total school curriculum and environment. Designed to meet the unique needs of each student.

Ayaprun Elitnaurvik Yup?ik Immersion School (Map It)
1010 Fourth Ave.
Bethel, AK 99559
Phone: 907-543-1645
Opened 1999
Enrollment: 170
Grades: K-6
Status: Open
Description: Thematic approach using the arts and environment; works closely with tribal leaders and provides tribal language immersion program. Native American population.

Chinook Montessori Charter School (Map It)
3002 International St.
Fairbanks, AK 99701
Phone: 907-452-5020
Opened 1995
Enrollment: 156
Grades: K-8
Status: Open
Description: Multi-age environment supported by an alliance of educators, parents, businesses and community members. Strives to create a dynamic educational environment, which fosters educational excellence.

Delta Cyber School (Map It)
P.O. Box 1672
Delta Junction, AK 99737
Phone: 907-895-1043
Opened 1997
Enrollment: 325
Grades: Ages 5-19
Status: Open
Description: Educational technology to gain access to curricular resources.

Eagle Academy Charter School (Map It)
10901 Mausel St., Ste. 101
Eagle River, AK 99577
Phone: 907-742-3025
Opened 2005
Enrollment: 165
Grades: K-6
Status: Open
Description: Uses the Spalding method of teaching across curriculum in all grade levels, employing a multi-sensory approach to learning.

Effie Kokrine Charter School (Map It)
601 Loftus Rd.
Fairbanks, AK 99709
Phone: 907-474-0958
Opened 2005
Enrollment: 105
Grades: 7-12
Status: Open
Description: Emphasis on Alaskan Native American and Alaskan cultures, governance and the environment. Short school schedule.

Family Partnership Charter School (Map It)
401 E. Fireweed Ln.
Anchorage, AK 99503
Phone: 907-742-3700
Opened 1997
Enrollment: 480
Grades: K-12
Status: Open
Description: Partnership school wherein parents bear the primary responsibility for management of their childrens education.

Fireweed Academy (Map It)
3719 Soundview Ave.
Homer, AK 99603
Phone: 907-235-9728
Opened 1997
Enrollment: 66
Grades: 3-6
Status: Open
Description: Interdisciplinary education utilizing individual learning plans, experiential learning, project-based curricula and Socratic practice.

Fronteras Spanish Immersion Charter School (Map It)
7010 E Bogard Rd
Wasilla, AK 99654
Phone: 907-745-2223
Opened 2008
Enrollment: 200
Grades: K-7
Status: Open
Description:

Frontier Charter School (Map It)
400 W. Northern Lights Blvd., Ste. 9
Anchorage, AK 99503
Phone: 907-742-1180
Opened 2003
Enrollment: 350
Grades: K-12
Status: Open
Description: Serves full-time home schooling families in the Anchorage School District, serves as a resource for multiple curricula, technology and community.

General John Vessey (Map It)
801 E. Arctic Ave.
Palmer, AK 99645
Phone: 907-746-2358
Opened 1997
Enrollment: 231
Grades: K-8
Status: Open
Description: Learning system that encourages students inherent abilities to be competent, confident, productive and responsible young adults with the habits and skills to succeed.

Highland Tech High (Map It)
5530 E. Northern Lights Blvd., Ste. 1
Anchorage, AK 99504
Phone: 907-742-1700
Opened 2003
Enrollment: 450
Grades: 7-12
Status: Open
Description: Interdisciplinary, real world, project-based learning, with rigorous academic expectations. Prepares students to meet district and state standards.

Juneau Community Charter School (Map It)
430 Fourth St.
Juneau, AK 99801
Phone: 907-586-2526
Opened 1998
Enrollment: 68
Grades: K-6
Status: Open
Description: Developmentally appropriate education techniques, provides diverse perspectives and unique learning opportunities.

Kaleidoscope School of Arts and Sciences (Map It)
549 N. Forrest Dr.
Kenai, AK 99611
Phone: 907-283-0804
Opened 2004
Enrollment: 160
Grades: K-4
Status: Open
Description: Features innovative instruction focusing on student achievement, creative problem solving, life-long learning, parent involvement, hands-on science and the arts.

Ketchikan Charter School (Map It)
410 Schoenbar Road
Ketchikan, AK 99901
Phone: 907-225-8568
Opened 1998
Enrollment: 171
Grades: K-8
Status: Open
Description: Fosters growth of character, high academic achievement and love of learning. Offers regular assessment and early remediation.

Midnight Sun Family Learning Center (Map It)
7362 W. Parks, #714
Wasilla, AK 99654
Phone: 907-357-3733
Opened 1997
Enrollment: 169
Grades: K-8
Status: Open
Description: Family oriented, multi-age learning environment and rigorous academic program for higher education preparation and responsible citizenship.

Rilke Schule German School of Arts and Sciences (Map It)
650 W. International Airport Road
Anchorage, AK 99518-1108
Phone: 907-742-482
Opened 2007
Enrollment: 170
Grades: K-8
Status: Open
Description: German language immersion program focusing on high academic achievement.

Soldotna Montessori Charter School (Map It)
162 E. Park Ave.
Soldotna, AK 99669
Phone: 907-260-9221
Opened 2002
Enrollment: 162
Grades: K-6
Status: Open
Description: Nurturing, supportive academic environment with parental involvement and student development of group and individual work skills. Encourages responsibility within the classroom, school and community.

Star of the North Secondary School (Map It)
2945 Monk Court Rd.
North Pole, AK 99705
Phone: 907-490-9025
Opened 2004
Enrollment: 200
Grades: 7-12
Status: Open
Description: Focuses on students in danger of not earning a high school diploma. Works with special needs students.

Star of the North Secondary School-Fairbanks Campus (Map It)
724 27th Ave., Ste. 1
Fairbanks, AK 99701
Phone: 907-479-4061
Opened 2004
Enrollment: 100
Grades: 11-12
Status: Open
Description: Help high school drop outs earn their high school diplomas. Must be 17 years old and have at least 14 credits earned

The Watershed School (Map It)

Fairbanks, AK
Phone: (907)374-9350
Opened 2009
Enrollment: 198
Grades: K-8
Status: Open
Description: Emphasizes community involvement and the outdoors through place-based education.

Tongass School of Arts and Sciences Elementary Charter School (Map It)
410 Schoenbar Rd., Ste. 202
Ketchikan, AK 99901
Phone: 907-225-5720
Opened 2003
Enrollment: 155
Grades: K-6
Status: Open
Description: Builds on themes related to the arts and sciences; develops respect and appreciation for the diversity of people, cultures, ideas, and perspectives.


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RESOURCES

Alaska Department of Education
801 West 10th Street, Suite 200, P.O. Box 110500
Suite 200
Juneau, AK 99811-0500
Phone: 907-465-2892
Fax: 907-465-2713
Contact: Donald Enoch, Program Manager
Email: donald.enoch@alaska.gov

Partnership for Alaska Charter Schools, Inc.
801 E. Arctic Avenue
Palmer, 99645
Contact: Loretta Nardi
Email: lorettanardi@gci.net

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