School board approves new teachers for Harborview & Glacier Valley
Harborview and Glacier Valley Elementary schools will each get a new teacher this fall.
Regents to consider $963 million budget
The University of Alaska Board of Regents is poised to take up a proposed $963 million spending plan at its meeting in Anchorage.
Wind turbine to aid in teaching Kodiak students
A seventh Alaska wind turbine has been raised as part of the Wind for Schools program.
New research examines why Alaska students drop out of school
Good teaching, academic challenges and school atmosphere are keys to staying in school for at-risk students, according to research by the Association of Alaska School Boards.
Board of Education approves waiver for districts
The state Board of Education has approved requests from 23 school districts seeking waivers from a requirement that they budget at least 70 percent of their operating expenses for instruction.
Local foods leap onto the menu of Juneau schools
Move over chicken nuggets, smoked salmon is now on the menu at some Juneau schools.
School board members sworn into office
Newly elected Juneau school board members took the oath of office Tuesday night.
UAF’s new research vessel launches out of dry dock
The University of Alaska Fairbanks realized a dream over the weekend, with the launch of a new arctic research vessel.
New Mayor, Assembly, School Board members take office next week
Juneau’s new mayor and Assembly members will be sworn into office on Monday.
At risk students find a second chance in alternative programs
Schools are finding success by focusing on individual students, improvements to student health, and community partnerships.
