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Online School for Juneau Families | Forest Trail Academy
Your family knows Juneau isn’t like anywhere else in the country — you can’t drive in or out, and the winters are long, dark, and can make the daily commute to a traditional school genuinely hard. Whether you’re a state government employee managing unpredictable schedules, a commercial fishing family dealing with seasonal income and months away at sea, or you’re based in one of the remote island communities of Southeast Alaska that uses Juneau as your nearest hub, getting your child to school every single day isn’t always a simple thing. Forest Trail Academy gives Juneau families a fully accredited K–12 education that fits around your real life — not the other way around.
Why Juneau Families Choose FTA
Life in Alaska’s capital is unlike most places in the United States. Families here work at the Alaska State Capitol, the Alaska Department of Fish & Game, Bartlett Regional Hospital, and aboard fishing vessels operating throughout Southeast Alaska — schedules that shift, stretch, and sometimes disappear for weeks at a time. When a parent’s work calendar changes without warning, or when your household is running on seasonal fishing income, having your child locked into fixed class times at Juneau-Douglas High School or Glacier Valley Elementary becomes its own kind of stress. FTA removes that friction entirely. Your student logs in on their schedule, works through Cognia-accredited coursework at their own pace, and never falls behind because of weather, family travel, or the particular rhythm of life at 58 degrees north latitude.
Juneau’s geography also means families in communities like Douglas, Auke Bay, and the surrounding island villages often face real barriers just getting to and from a school building during the worst of the dark season. November through February, Southeast Alaska delivers short days, heavy rain, ice, and the kind of conditions where keeping a consistent daily routine is genuinely difficult. FTA students aren’t affected by any of that. Coursework is available any time — early morning before the ferry, late at night when the fishing boat is in port, or on a Sunday afternoon when the rest of the week finally slows down. It’s a school that was built for families who need flexibility to be a feature, not an exception.
What You Get
- Cognia Accreditation: Your FTA diploma is accepted by all universities near Juneau 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 Juneau
- Call 800-890-6269 or submit an inquiry online
- Submit transcripts from your Juneau-area school
- Start coursework within days — no waiting
Questions?
Is FTA’s diploma recognized near Juneau?
Yes — our Cognia-accredited diploma is accepted by all Alaska universities and 1,000+ colleges nationally.
Can we enroll mid-year from Juneau?
Yes — open enrollment, start any week.
Part of the Alaska FTA Community
Juneau families are part of FTA’s larger Alaska community. Learn more about FTA for all Alaska 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.
