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Acellus is a computer-based learning system that has changed online education as we know it today. Acellus is the only online learning system that utilizes I2 (Intelligent Interaction), the technology that enables it to cater the educational content to the individual skill set of each student through customized, personal instruction. Acellus courses are taught via tiered video instruction – each course is broken up into individual concepts, and each concept has multiple videos available. Acellus is able to customize the course to the individual pace and level of each student.
This test is equivalent to the SAT and is required for students desiring to go to college or applying for the Collegiate Scholarship through the Alaska Performance Scholarship. On the left side of the webpage is a link to find testing locations and dates in your area.
Adobe Creative Cloud gives you the world's best creative apps and services so you can make anything you can imagine, wherever you're inspired. Check Brightways for your students' login information.
This website provides students with the opportunities for career research and the ability to develop a PLCP (Personal Learning and Career Plan) and create and save a usable and editable resume.
AKCIS is a free, interactive, web-based education and career planning tool which helps students identify their interests, explore career pathways, and begin to make their own Personal Learning and Career Plans. The AKCIS Jr. Implementation Plan offers 3 models to meet the needs of teachers with varying schedules for AKCIS activities. Many activities are designed to be completed online, with others available as printable worksheets. AKCIS is a partnership between the Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education and Alaska Department of Labor & Workforce Development.
Please contact your local office for login details.
Alaska Business Week (ABW) is a one-week summer program teaching Alaskan high school students the basics of business, leadership and entrepreneurship. Participants live on a college campus, and work as teams in a dynamic business simulation with the guidance of a mentor from the business community. After completing the program, students have a competitive edge on workplace readiness, college preparation, and overall life success. ABW gives participants the tools they will need to succeed after their high school graduation.
Talk to your Raven teacher about using next year's allotment to cover tuition if interested.
Alaska Digital School Library (SORA)
Unlock a world of reading with OveDrive's free eBook library for schools across Alaska. Dive into an extensive collection of digital books designed to support learning and foster a love of reading. Click here to access the YKSD sign-in portal and start reading.
Since 1959, Alaska Geographic has been the nonprofit education partner of Alaska’s spectacular parks, forests, and refuges. Today, we are a bookstore, publisher, educator, and supporter of Alaska’s treasury of public lands. Together with our public land partners, we are dedicated to sharing Alaska’s rich natural and cultural heritage.
Alaska Performance Scholarship
High school students can earn thousands of dollars to help pay for enrollment in a post-secondary institute after graduation. A combination of high school GPA and score on SAT/ACT or WorkKeys exam will determine eligibility. The award must be used at participating Alaskan institutions. Please contact your school counselor for more information regarding eligibility.
The Alaska Statewide Library Electronic Doorway (SLED) provides a variety of information on, and available resources for, residents of Alaska.
Links to scholarship opportunities for students interested in a career in Alaska's Hospitality and Tourism industries.
Since 1989 Denali Education Center has been a non-profit educational partner of Denali National Park and Preserve. Through our partnership with NPS and the support of the local community, we have been able to give visitors and Alaska residents of all ages the chance to form lasting connections to Denali and their natural world.
Denali National Park & Preserve
Wildlife, wild lands, even sled dog puppies —Denali holds adventure for your students, whether you're able to visit in person or not. Find lesson plans, kids camp info, plan your field trip and more as you use Denali as your classroom.
Helpful resources, along with support and ideas to help you, whether you are just beginning to homeschool or you've been homeschooling for years. Kick off your visit by exploring these great starting points:
Resources to help you begin to homeschool
Information on Alaska laws and regulations
The advantages of homeschooling
Curriculum reviews and vendors
Support groups in Alaska
This website has a multitude of demonstration videos for topics in math and science. Students have the ability to watch how to do problems they are having difficulties doing on their own.
This is located on the Alaska SLED website. Click on the Live Homework Help image in the top left of the webpage to get started. This service is available from 1pm to 12am daily.
MS Office when and where you need it! Work anywhere, anytime, on any device. Office 365 is ready when you are. Check Brightways for your students' login information.
Sora (Alaska Digital School Library)
Sora is the free Alaska Digital School Library that lets you borrow digital content (like ebooks and audiobooks) anytime, anywhere. Check Brightways for your students' login information.
The UA Scholars Award is an $11,000 scholarship which can cover eligible expenses such as undergraduate tuition, fees, room, board, books, supplies, and other educational costs incurred for attendance at the University of Alaska. Students eligible for the award are designated by their high school counselor based on their academic standing at the end of their junior year. The award is disbursed to eligible Scholars in the amount of $1,375 per semester for a total of eight semesters over a five year period.
A college prep program; learn to navigate UAF's campus, and earn 2--1 credit classes. Attending makes you eligible to earn 6 free college credits over the next year (over $1000 savings). Cost is free if you qualify. Check website for more details.
Virtual Nerd offers interactive tutorials for students in grades 6–12. Whatever you're working on, from fractions basics, to algebraic functions, to solving inequalities, Virtual Nerd complements classroom and private tutoring instruction. The video tutorials are standards aligned and designed to give students fundamental understanding of core math concepts, not just easy answers. This supplemental curriculum is easy to use.