Summary of Educational Philosophy

The Ketchikan Charter School founders recognized a need for a school, which focused on academic excellence, parental input and involvement, and accountability.

These became the foundation of this school and are so noted in the achievement goals. KCS believes students must be challenged to perform at higher academic levels and demonstrate mastery of core academic subjects.

Highly qualified teachers and scientifically research-based curricula are the keys to student success at KCS.

KCS School Creed
About

Ketchikan Charter School has served grades K-6 since 1997 and expanded its program to include a seventh grade in 2004.

In the spring of 2005, Ketchikan Charter School was approved by the State and Local Authorities to add an eighth grade. We now have a very successful middle school program for grades 6 through 8th.

Our school days begin at 7:40a.m. and end at 2:30p.m.

The distribution of laptop computers to all secondary students represents a unique opportunity reflecting the vision of the Ketchikan Charter School Academic Policy Committee and the Administration. This laptop program is a significant step to take full advantage of technology in the learning process.