Gov. Mike Dunleavy vetoed about $123,000 from the state budget Wednesday that was earmarked for a maintenance position at Mt. Edgecumbe High School in Sitka. The school, which is operated by the state, currently has three budgeted maintenance positions, but two remain unfilled. Dunleavy spokesperson Grant Robinson said in a statement that the governor generally…
Education
Dunleavy vetoes $490,000 earmarked to support teacher retention and recruitment
Leadership at the Alaska Educator Retention and Recruitment Center say the funding could have bolstered efforts to support recruiting and retaining teachers in Alaska.
Dunleavy vetoes bill naming ISER and marine park after Vic Fischer
Fischer, who had a seven-decade career in politics and policy in Alaska, was the founding director of the University of Alaska’s Institute for Social and Economic Research.
Alaska districts close 12 schools this year, amid severe budget cuts
District officials say declining enrollment and state funding has not kept pace with skyrocketing costs has lead to millions in budget shortfalls.
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.