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Online School for Rochester Families | Forest Trail Academy
Your family’s life in Rochester doesn’t follow a standard schedule — and neither should your child’s education. Whether you’re here for a long-term Mayo Clinic treatment program, a medical residency, or a career at IBM Rochester, you need a school that moves with you, not one that holds you back. Forest Trail Academy gives Rochester families a fully accredited, self-paced K-12 online education that fits the real demands of your life.
Why Rochester Families Choose FTA
Rochester is unlike any other city in Minnesota. Mayo Clinic draws families from dozens of countries who are here for months or even years — but whose children still deserve a stable, high-quality education that won’t disappear when your situation changes. With FTA, your child keeps the same teachers, the same curriculum, and the same transcript no matter where treatment takes your family next. There’s no re-enrollment scramble, no lost credits, and no adjustment period every time life shifts.
Rochester’s IBM workforce, its medical professionals, and its entrepreneurial families share one thing: demanding, often unpredictable schedules. FTA’s self-paced model means your student can study at 6 AM before you head into work, on a Saturday afternoon, or during a quiet week between appointments. Local public and private schools like Mayo High School and John Marshall High School serve Rochester well — but they can’t offer the flexibility that a mobile, high-achieving Rochester family sometimes needs. FTA can.
What You Get
- Cognia Accreditation: Your FTA diploma is accepted by all universities near Rochester 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 Rochester
- Call 800-890-6269 or submit an inquiry online
- Submit transcripts from your Rochester-area school
- Start coursework within days — no waiting
Questions?
Is FTA’s diploma recognized near Rochester?
Yes — our Cognia-accredited diploma is accepted by all Minnesota universities and 1,000+ colleges nationally.
Can we enroll mid-year from Rochester?
Yes — open enrollment, start any week.
Part of the Minnesota FTA Community
Rochester 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.
