Alaska EXCEL is a key component in supplementing CTE curriculum in rural Alaska school districts. Provided with our unique educational opportunities, students are able to experience career exploration starting in the 7th grade and can continue until the summer following high school graduation. Focusing on careers relevant to their regions, participants may explore jobs in health care, construction, heavy equipment operating, aviation, culinary arts, maritime, and more! Foundational sessions hone in on life skills, such as leadership and healthy living, all the while working on employability skills. Some of the other sessions, such as College Prep and Credit Recovery help students prepare for life and goals beyond high school.
Paid Internship with AK Department of Fish & Game to learn about river ecology. Begins and ends in Aniak. The Math/Science Expedition (MSE) is an intense, 10-day float trip on the Salmon and Aniak Rivers. 7th-12th grade students and recent graduates are immersed in relevant, experiential, math, and science learning opportunities while developing valuable leadership, employability, and character skills.
The Great Alaska Duck Race is Alaska's premiere statewide fundraising event for education, and local community organizations.
Open to 9-12 grade students. Class runs for 8 days.
Open to vetted 9-12 grade students. Class runs for 12 days.
Open to 10-11 grade students. Class runs for 10 days.
Open to 12 grade students. Class runs for 11 days.
Through the years that we've been helping Alaskan youth develop the skills that they need to succeed in life, we've helped scores of young adults create some pretty awesome success stories.
Doyon is a proud supporter of Alaska EXCEL- their rural programming and focus on our youth will grow immeasurable benefits, not just for our shareholder students, but also for our communities and State. Tanya Kaquatosh Senior VP of Administration Doyon, Limited
Doyon is a proud supporter of Alaska EXCEL- their rural programming and focus on our youth will grow immeasurable benefits, not just for our shareholder students, but also for our communities and State.
The activities were fun and helped me love myself. Alaska EXCEL Student
The activities were fun and helped me love myself.
The Alaska EXCEL program works great for our youth in the village. Alaska EXCEL gives them a better start into adulthood. I am very happy that my son is able to be a part of this program! John Chi Parent of Alaska EXCEL Student Mountain Village
The Alaska EXCEL program works great for our youth in the village. Alaska EXCEL gives them a better start into adulthood. I am very happy that my son is able to be a part of this program!
I'm so grateful we have this program for our kids here in Nenana, it's about time. Nenana HS parent
I'm so grateful we have this program for our kids here in Nenana, it's about time.
I learned how to incorporate a daily workout into my schedule—it was the most valuable health skill I learned during this session. Alaska EXCEL Student
I learned how to incorporate a daily workout into my schedule—it was the most valuable health skill I learned during this session.
Alaska Excel is an amazing way for students to connect with each other, learn about leadership and employability skills. Their partnerships, caring methods and ability to connect with students is nothing short of miraculous. T. Calkin Transition Coordinator Nenana School
Alaska Excel is an amazing way for students to connect with each other, learn about leadership and employability skills. Their partnerships, caring methods and ability to connect with students is nothing short of miraculous.
Alaska Excel is one of the best resources available to rural Alaskan youth. From caring and well-rounded staff to engaging and practical classes, the program is truly a service to our youth as well as the future of Alaska. Tia Shoemaker Rural Alaskan Educator Talkeetna
Alaska Excel is one of the best resources available to rural Alaskan youth. From caring and well-rounded staff to engaging and practical classes, the program is truly a service to our youth as well as the future of Alaska.
Alaska EXCEL is an awesome program that youth can join to experience what opportunities are out there. With EXCEL students learn what hard work & dedication brings. All they need is the willingness to get the job done themselves, andEXCEL will be alongside them helping them thru their journey. Paul Littlefish Parent of Alaska EXCEL Student Kalskag
Alaska EXCEL is an awesome program that youth can join to experience what opportunities are out there. With EXCEL students learn what hard work & dedication brings. All they need is the willingness to get the job done themselves, andEXCEL will be alongside them helping them thru their journey.