KUSKOKWIM LEARNING ACADEMY

Kuskokwim Learning Academy is a Title I public high school that is part of the Lower Kuskokwim School District school district, located in Bethel, AK with about 89 students offering grade levels from 8th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 5 teachers, Kuskokwim Learning Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The Kuskokwim Learning Academy (KLA), located in Bethel, Alaska, is an alternative secondary educational institution operated under the Lower Kuskokwim School District. Serving students who may benefit from a non-traditional learning environment, the academy focuses on providing personalized academic pathways to help students earn their high school diplomas. The school is designed to be supportive and flexible, catering to the unique needs of youth in the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta region by integrating rigorous academics with opportunities for credit recovery and vocational development.

Beyond standard classroom instruction, the Kuskokwim Learning Academy emphasizes a holistic approach to student success, often incorporating cultural relevance and community connections into its programming. By maintaining a smaller campus atmosphere, KLA fosters strong relationships between students and staff, which helps to increase student engagement and persistence. The academy serves as a vital resource for the district, offering an essential bridge for students seeking to overcome educational obstacles and prepare for post-secondary success, whether that leads to higher education, trade school, or the local workforce.

For more information, contact Kuskokwim Learning Academy at (907) 543-5610 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.