School’s out for the summer, but that doesn’t mean kids aren’t learning.
Education
Demand is high as Alaska summer camps go back in session
Camp directors say demand is high this summer, with COVID-19 vaccinations widely available, declining coronavirus cases and parents eager to send their kids to in-person programs after spending so much of the school year online.
‘She needs a lot of work’: Museum of the North staff begin work on ‘Into the Wild’ Bus
If all goes well, an exhibit could be opened by 2023.
Juneau school board temporarily reduces graduation requirements to help students catch up
The next three graduating classes will have to earn half a credit less than the classes before them in order to graduate.
Grant program helps Alaska summer camps restart after lost year
The first round of funding went quickly, and some people who were eligible didn’t hear in time to apply.
‘These F’s are tied to the pandemic’: Thousands of Anchorage students start summer school
The Anchorage School District has launched its largest summer program ever.
Sitka vigil a chance to mourn, reflect on history of residential schools
Steve Johnson organized a Sunday vigil to remember the 215 children in British Columbia and to acknowledge Sitka’s own history, which includes children who were sent involuntarily to Sheldon Jackson College.
UAF researcher on science team for unmanned Venus mission
UAF Geophysical Institute research professor and Venus expert Robert Herrick is one of the leaders of the Veritas mission, one of two Venus proposals chosen by NASA.
‘Not one size fits all’: University of Alaska looks for ways to retain more Alaska Native students
The University of Alaska is launching a system-wide program geared toward retaining more Alaska Native students at the school and increasing the number of Alaska Native staff members.
Kotzebue elementary school works to better incorporate Iñupiaq culture in classrooms
Principal Faith Jurs says all grade levels will see a boost in Iñupiaq content under the new curriculum.