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Online School for Minneapolis Families | Forest Trail Academy
Your family’s educational needs don’t have to fit a rigid school-year calendar — and in Minneapolis, that flexibility matters more than ever. Whether you’re part of the city’s thriving Somali and East African community looking for US-accredited, English-language instruction, a corporate family transferred to Target’s or 3M’s headquarters, or a household built around competitive hockey, swimming, or cross-country skiing, your child deserves a school that keeps up with real life. Forest Trail Academy gives Minneapolis families exactly that: a fully accredited, self-paced K-12 online education that works around your schedule, not the other way around.
Why Minneapolis Families Choose FTA
Minneapolis is one of the most diverse, active cities in the Midwest — and its families reflect that. The Twin Cities metro is home to the largest Somali diaspora community in the United States, and many East African families are specifically seeking a US-accredited diploma program taught in English that prepares their children for American universities. FTA’s Cognia accreditation means every credit your child earns is recognized by the University of Minnesota, Minnesota State colleges, and universities nationwide. For newly arrived families still navigating school enrollment paperwork, open enrollment and a responsive admissions team make the transition as smooth as possible.
Corporate relocations to Minneapolis are constant — Target, Best Buy, and 3M bring families in and out of the metro throughout the year, and waiting until September to start school simply isn’t practical. FTA’s open enrollment means your child can pick up exactly where they left off, any week of the year, without losing credits or momentum. For Minneapolis’s large and well-organized homeschool community, FTA offers the structure and accreditation that families want without sacrificing the flexibility they’ve come to depend on. And for student-athletes competing in AAA hockey, year-round swimming, or Nordic skiing — sports that demand early mornings, travel, and unpredictable schedules — self-paced coursework means training and academics don’t have to compete.
What You Get
- Cognia Accreditation: Your FTA diploma is accepted by all universities near Minneapolis and nationwide.
- No Fixed Class Times: Study before training, after your shift, on weekends.
- Open Enrollment: Start any week — no waiting for September.
- Same School Through Every Change: Military PCS, relocations, and life changes don’t interrupt enrollment.
Getting Started from Minneapolis
- Call 800-890-6269 or submit an inquiry online
- Submit transcripts from your Minneapolis-area school
- Start coursework within days — no waiting
Questions?
Is FTA’s diploma recognized near Minneapolis?
Yes — our Cognia-accredited diploma is accepted by all Minnesota universities and 1,000+ colleges nationally.
Can we enroll mid-year from Minneapolis?
Yes — open enrollment, start any week.
Part of the Minnesota FTA Community
Minneapolis families are part of FTA’s larger Minnesota community. Learn more about FTA for all Minnesota students →
Forest Trail Academy | 2101 Vista Parkway, Suite 226, West Palm Beach, FL 33411 | 800-890-6269
FTA Programs Available to You
Forest Trail Academy offers the complete K-12 curriculum to students in your area. All programs are 100% online, self-paced, and open for enrollment year-round.
Elementary School (Kindergarten-Grade 5)
Accredited elementary curriculum covering reading, math, science, and social studies. Students progress at their own pace with certified teacher support.
Middle School (Grades 6-8)
FTA middle school prepares students for high school with rigorous core subjects and academic counseling on a flexible schedule.
High School (Grades 9-12)
Our Cognia-accredited high school diploma program includes all graduation requirements plus AP courses and college-prep guidance. Recognized by 1,000+ universities worldwide.
Homeschool Programs
FTA homeschool support gives families the academic structure, certified teachers, and official transcripts that colleges require.
Tuition and Enrollment
Tuition from $255.75/month. Open enrollment year-round. Contact admissions to start today.
