Leadership at the Alaska Educator Retention and Recruitment Center say the funding could have bolstered efforts to support recruiting and retaining teachers in Alaska.

Jamie Diep
Education Reporter, KTOO
"I strive to tell stories that highlight the triumphs, struggles and resilience of students from all backgrounds as they navigate a constantly changing world."
In their free time, Jamie’s probably playing their oboe or exploring the outdoors.
Repairs to 2 school roofs in Juneau expected to begin this summer
The City and Borough of Juneau is repairing two school roofs this summer that were damaged during this past winter’s record-breaking snowstorms.
University of Alaska staff union files unfair labor practice charge against employer
The Coalition of Alaska University Employees for Equity alleges the university interfered with bargaining rights and retaliated against union members.
Lingít comic book brings student characters to life during Celebration
“Naakéedáx̱ Haa X̱oonx’í Yán”, which means “All of our friends from the North” in Lingít, is a comic book created by students, teachers, elders and an alumnus of the Tlingit Culture, Language and Literacy program in Juneau.
Juneau School Board to consider strategic plan, updated enrollment numbers
The Juneau School Board will decide on whether to adopt the school district’s new strategic plan Tuesday night at the last regular meeting of the fiscal year.
New UAS Indigenous language master’s program gets final approval from state Board of Education
The Alaska State Board of Education and Early Development unanimously approved a new master’s in teaching program for Indigenous languages at the University of Alaska Southeast on Thursday.





