AMC Charter School STructure
Charter schools in Alaska
Alaskan charter schools are public schools that are approved by a local school district and the State of Alaska. Charter schools in Alaska offer alternative educational programs that are different from the local school district and are governed by an elected board called the Academic Policy Committee (APC). The APC ensures the charter school fulfills its charter and adheres to federal, state, and local laws and policies. Alaska Charter schools are guided by state statutes, school district policies, charter schools’ charters, and APC bylaws.
American Charter Academy's apc
American Charter Academy’s APC board consists of three American Charter teachers, three American Charter parents, and one American Charter community member. The APC meets at least four times per year and oversees the operations of American Charter Academy. To view the APC board's bylaws click here.
american charter academy's charter
American Charter Eagles - We have a multiage structure that enables students to progress beyond grade level or receive individual support if they are below grade level. We are a traditional school that honors the military, values the constitution, and teaches world geography. We believe in homework.
Mission Statement - Achieving academic excellence…the American way!
Vision Statement – American Charter Academy students will excel in academics as well as in their chosen career. We will produce a generation of young people who possess the habits, skills, and attitudes necessary to empower them to succeed as contributing members of society, lifelong learners, and outstanding citizens.
Enrichment Programs - We have after school clubs. We compete in local, state, and national competitions. We have school assemblies, fund raising events, and events for families.
EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM
1. We will teach foundational information everyone should know to be a productive member of society (E.D. Hirch’s Core Knowledge)
2. We will accept nothing less than pursuit of academic excellence
3. We will ensure students meet standards identified by the Alaska State Standards in their movement (Standards-based)
4. We will include seminars and classes at locations other than our school building in order to take advantage of our local/state surroundings (Place-based)
5. We will use projects, real world and simulated, for students learning (Project-based techniques)
6. We will ensure college and career readiness is integrated throughout our curriculum and school, ensuring students are prepared for the current and future employment market
INDIVIDUAL STUDENTS WILL
7. Achieve their maximum potential
8. Have Individual Learning Plans which are used to record and monitor growth over time
9. Be measured for success on growth over time and achievement of goals
TEACHERS AND STAFF
10. Must have an excellent understanding of AMC’s philosophy and goals
11. Must have an excellent understanding of standards-based, project-based, STEAM, and core knowledge learning
12. Must be able to develop differentiated, innovative lessons and activities in a blended learning setting
Close to Perfect ~ Far from Normal Work Hard ~ Play Hard
Mission Statement - Achieving academic excellence…the American way!
Vision Statement – American Charter Academy students will excel in academics as well as in their chosen career. We will produce a generation of young people who possess the habits, skills, and attitudes necessary to empower them to succeed as contributing members of society, lifelong learners, and outstanding citizens.
Enrichment Programs - We have after school clubs. We compete in local, state, and national competitions. We have school assemblies, fund raising events, and events for families.
EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM
1. We will teach foundational information everyone should know to be a productive member of society (E.D. Hirch’s Core Knowledge)
2. We will accept nothing less than pursuit of academic excellence
3. We will ensure students meet standards identified by the Alaska State Standards in their movement (Standards-based)
4. We will include seminars and classes at locations other than our school building in order to take advantage of our local/state surroundings (Place-based)
5. We will use projects, real world and simulated, for students learning (Project-based techniques)
6. We will ensure college and career readiness is integrated throughout our curriculum and school, ensuring students are prepared for the current and future employment market
INDIVIDUAL STUDENTS WILL
7. Achieve their maximum potential
8. Have Individual Learning Plans which are used to record and monitor growth over time
9. Be measured for success on growth over time and achievement of goals
TEACHERS AND STAFF
10. Must have an excellent understanding of AMC’s philosophy and goals
11. Must have an excellent understanding of standards-based, project-based, STEAM, and core knowledge learning
12. Must be able to develop differentiated, innovative lessons and activities in a blended learning setting
Close to Perfect ~ Far from Normal Work Hard ~ Play Hard