The standards recognize students can achieve literacy in state languages other than English.

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.
Alaska Board of Education to consider further limiting local contributions to school districts
If approved, the regulation could affect services for about half of the state’s public school students.
UAS hires new education school dean and Sitka campus director
The new dean has served in an interim position since 2023. The new Sitka Campus Director comes as the former administrator retired.
Juneau high schools to hold graduation ceremonies Sunday
More than 300 seniors are expected to graduate at two Juneau high schools this year.
Overcrowding and safety concerns prompt Juneau School District to restructure special education program
The Juneau School District is restructuring one of its specialized education programs to address potential overcrowding issues next year. Staff say the change is needed, but parents are concerned about the program’s logistics.
Newscast – Tuesday, May 20, 2025
In this newscast:
The local advocates who filed a petition with the City and Borough of Juneau last month to put harder limits on cruise ship tourism have withdrawn it; The Juneau Assembly passed an ordinance mandating the Juneau Police Department release body-word camera footage no more than 30 days after a city police officer shoots someone; Another Ketchikan school board member stepped down, following the district’s board president, superintendent and another board member; It’s still not clear why the Alaska Department of Education and Early Development failed a federal test that saves the state millions of dollars; Juneau residents held a tree-planting ceremony in honor of Arbor Day yesterday.




