Among the College of Education’s new initiatives is hiring a full-time recruiter based in Juneau and expanding its role in a new teacher mentorship program.
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Lawmakers eye lower health care cost as way of lowering budget
The legislature ordered a study last year, looking at whether the state could save money by creating a new health care authority.
School district waits for last step in state budget process
A budget passed by the state legislature could give the Juneau School District about $500,000 for next school year if the spending plan is approved by the governor.
Scholarship program boosts training for Alaska Native teachers
While 15 percent of the state’s population is Alaska Native, fewer than 5 percent of its teachers are.
Why Science Teachers Are Struggling With Climate Change
The results of a new survey, published in the journal Science, suggest that many of America’s middle and high school science teachers are misrepresenting climate change in their classrooms.
On Campus, Older Faculty Keep On Keepin’ On
Many professors are postponing retirement, and colleges say it’s hurting their efforts to cut costs.
Knock Knock, Teacher’s Here: The Power Of Home Visits
There was a time when a teacher showing up on a student’s doorstep probably meant something bad. But increasingly, home visits are being used to spark parental involvement.
Educator camp helps teachers integrate Bering Strait culture into classrooms
The fifth annual Educator Cultural Camp brought 20 teachers and administrators together for five days of boating, berry picking, and fishing.
ASD’s revised budget cuts 57 filled positions
The Anchorage School District plans to cut 57 currently-filled positions next year because of a $16.7 million funding cut from the state legislature. They will also eliminate the pilot programs but keep sports.
11 Former Atlanta Public School Employees Found Guilty In Cheating Scandal
All but one of the 12 educators charged with racketeering were found guilty by a Georgia jury. The scandal involved dozens of schools and dozens of teachers who had previously taken plea deals.