January 12, 2026
Families of Mat-Su Central,
Welcome to the new year and a new semester of learning everywhere! As always, check out our full calendar and website for the most up to date information, including the Fine Arts Showcase happening February 19.
S2 Hybrid On-Site Classes
- There are a few on-site classes that still have availability. To see what is open, visit our Offerings page. Click here for an overview of all courses offered through the Mat-Su Hybrid Learning Academy—including past, current, and upcoming options. If you have questions about a specific class, please contact the teacher directly.
MCS Graduation
- Our official graduation date is May 22. Seniors should review the Graduation Checklist and begin planning with their advisor and family. Please plan to attend one of the following graduation meetings:
- Feb 4 at 1pm @ MCS
- Mar 4 at 1pm @ MCS
- Apr 8 at 1pm online (information will be provided closer to meeting date)
From the Accounting Department
- All receipts dated July 1–December 31 must be submitted by January 25, 2026.
- Visit our Allotment FAQ for answers to common questions.
Vendor Highlights
At over 300 community instructional partners (full list here), it can be challenging to know where to begin. Check out our Facebook Page for a few highlights from this month.
Heads up on AK Star Testing
- Families work with their advisor to determine how student proficiency will be demonstrated using a variety of standardized assessment options. For students in grades 3–9, the primary assessment is the AK STAR.
- While no single test captures everything a student can do, AK STAR provides meaningful feedback for families, advisors, the district, and the state—and it allows our students to demonstrate the high-quality learning happening at Mat-Su Central.
- More information will be shared closer to the testing window: April 13–24.
Is MCS the right fit?
- This semester, we are welcoming over 130 new students, and enrollment continues to grow. We recognize that life circumstances change, and families sometimes need to transition their educational plan. That can include students joining Mat-Su Central, but it may also mean determining that another educational model is a better fit.
- Our program requires a high level of family engagement. If academic progress is not being made and/or consistent communication is not occurring, an advisor may guide a family toward a different educational setting that better meets their needs. Our goal is always the same—to help every student find the environment where they can thrive.
Feedback: MCS thrives thanks to the creative insights from our home educators. If you have any ideas for how we can continue to improve our program, please share with us here.
Honored to partner with you,
Jason Moore and Nathan Chud
Principal Team | Mat-Su Central
“Developing lifelong learners through meaningful partnerships and dynamic personalized learning."
