MAT-SU YOUTH FACILITY

Mat-Su Youth Facility is a Title I public high school that is part of the Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District school district, located in Palmer, AK with about 11 students offering grade levels from 6th 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.

The **Mat-Su Youth Facility** is a specialized educational and rehabilitative center located in Palmer, Alaska. Operated under the oversight of the Alaska Division of Juvenile Justice, it serves as a secure detention and treatment facility for youth. The institution is designed to provide a structured environment that focuses on public safety, accountability, and the development of pro-social skills for young individuals navigating the juvenile justice system.

The facility’s educational programming is integrated with the Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District (as referenced by their website domain), ensuring that students have access to academic curriculum despite their placement. The core mission emphasizes a holistic approach, combining academic instruction with rehabilitative services, behavioral counseling, and life-skills training. By maintaining a focus on education and personal growth, the facility aims to provide youth with the necessary tools to transition back into the community and successfully reintegrate into their home schools and local environments.

For more information, contact Mat-Su Youth Facility at (907) 761-7238 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.