The state of Alaska has entered into a $525,000 contract with Florida Virtual School, and the head of the statewide teachers’ union does not support it.
Juneau Schools
Without clear guidance, child care providers make tough choices on whether to close or stay open
A memo from the state of Alaska asks that child care facilities remain open if they can do so safely.
Juneau School District to provide meals for students during closure
Free meals will be available at elementary and high school sites throughout the district.
Public schools closed to students until March 30, governor says
After-school activities will also be suspended. Plans for residential boarding schools are still being evaluated.
Gastineau Community School closed Friday while student is tested for ‘multiple viruses’
The school district emailed parents Thursday evening saying they’re closing the school and cancelling all after-school activities and meetings as a precaution.
Winter storm could bring up to a foot of snow in Juneau
The National Weather Service says up to 8 inches of snow are expected throughout the day, with an additional 2-4 inches expected overnight.
Juneau student chosen for whirlwind week in nation’s capital
Two Alaska students will spend a week visiting historic monuments, talking with U.S. Senators and maybe even meet the president and his cabinet.
As the Juneau School District responds to online monitoring concerns, student questions remain
In response to concerns about monitoring service Bark for Schools, the Juneau School District is providing options to families.
‘Devilfish’ playwright’s favorite audience? Eighth graders.
Juneau eighth graders watched the new play Devilfish and got to talk to some of the show’s stars and creators through a program that connects students and artists.
Updated: Juneau school board approves elementary school boundary change
Under the change, families who live in the future Pederson Hill subdivision would send their kids to Riverbend Elementary School.