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Emergency Broadband Benefit Program applications now open
Eligible families may now apply to receive up to $50-per-month discount for broadband service and a one-time discount of up to $100 for a laptop, tablet or computer through the FCC Emergency Broadband Benefit Program.
A household is eligible if a member of the household … more
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DEED webinars provide updates, solicit input on American Rescue Plan state plan
DEED is hosting a series of webinars this month to both provide updates and seek input from stakeholders on the state plan for American Rescue Plan funds.
Additionally, the department is seeking feedback and ideas from all stakeholders through a Thought Exchange.
The ARP … more
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ACPE launches Alaska FAFSA Completion Initiative
This week the Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education announced the Alaska FAFSA® Completion Initiative to increase FAFSA® completion levels in the state.
The initiative is in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Education Federal Student Aid office and a … more
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State Board of Education votes to open public comment period on new English language learning regulations
Wednesday the State Board of Education and Early Development voted to open a period for public comment on regulation changes regarding the assessment of English language learners, exit criteria for English learners, and updated English language proficiency standards.
The … more
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Teacher Retention and Recruitment Working Group delivers TRR Action Plan, TRR Survey results
Tuesday the Governor’s Teacher Retention and Recruitment Working Group released a report and results from teacher surveys to identify the root causes of teacher retention and recruitment challenges in Alaska. In conjunction with the survey results, the working group also … more
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DEED Commissioner shares Alaska perspective with Stanford’s Hoover Institution Capital Conversation
Thursday Commissioner Michael Johnson shared perspectives from Alaska on remote learning and education one year into COVID-19 with a national audience through Stanford University’s Hoover Institution Capital Conversation Series.
Caroline Hoxby, a senior fellow at the … more
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ISER Capital Spending Paper
A new paper from the UAA Institute of Social and Economic research analyses 20 years of Alaska’s K-12 capital spending. The paper discusses spending for municipal schools separately from those in Rural Education Attendance Areas.
The paper uses DEED’s data to compare … more
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Sharing Youth Messages of Hope
The Alaska DHSS Public Information Team is looking for young people in Alaska to share their stories of hope. The messages will be incorporated as part of a video collage at this year’s virtual Suicide Prevention Conference: Promoting Hope and Connectedness, Preventing … more
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Redesigned School Support program seeks educational coaches
DEED is seeking qualified and motivated educational coaches to partner with Alaska's leadership in designated schools across Alaska.
The Alaska State Systems of School Support Coaching Program pairs coaches with schools that are considered the lowest 5 percent across the … more
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State Board of Education approves charter school renewals, priority lists of capital projects, and land conveyance authorization
The State Board of Education and Early Development, meeting virtually on March 17, approved two charter school renewals, the final priority lists of capital projects, the Mt. Edgecumbe High School strategic plan, and granted land conveyance authorization to the Commissioner. … more
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CDC Updates COVID-19 guidance for K-12 schools
Friday the CDC announced updates to its Operational Strategy for K-12 schools that included reduced physical distancing guidance in some classrooms to 3 feet of separation, given that masks are universally and properly worn.
Three studies published today in the agency’s … more
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Indigenous Perspectives in School Librarianship program offering scholarships to train Alaskan library professionals
Montana State University is offering scholarships for 15 Alaskan library professionals to obtain a Library Media Certificate through the university’s Indigenous Perspectives in School Librarianship program.
The program is grant-funded and exists develop an open-access, … more
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Alaskan Students Named Delegates to U.S. Senate Youth Program
Nyché Andrew, a senior at Service High School in Anchorage, and Sawyer Sands, a senior at Dillingham Middle/High School have been selected as Alaska’s delegates to the 59th annual U.S. Senate Youth Program.
In addition to the unique learning experience, each delegate will … more
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Anchorage Teacher named 2021 Grosvenor Teacher Fellow
Anchorage Teacher named 2021 Grosvenor Teacher Fellow
Ben Walker, a teacher at Romig Middle School in Anchorage, has been named one of 50 teachers across the U.S. and Canada selected as a Grosvenor fellow. The fellowship is a field-based program made possible by a … more
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Alaska School Counselor Association announces 2020 award winners
Alaska School Counselor Association announces 2020 award winners
The Alaska School Counselor Association has named Elizabeth Congdon-McGee of the Whaley School in Anchorage as the 2020 School Counselor of the Year. Kris Busk, of the Bering Strait School District, has been … more
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AKRISE – Alaska’s Rural Teacher Network - convenes next weekend
AKRISE – Alaska’s Rural Teacher Network - convenes next weekend
If you’re a teacher in Rural Alaska, AKRISE is a network for you to collaborate with other rural teachers across the state. The network is hosting a convening next weekend where you can expect to learn from … more
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Anchorage School District Launches Vaccine Program
Anchorage School District was recently featured in an article in EdWeek about their newly launched vaccine program. Beginning in November, the district has been planning to host and organize their own clinic for community members to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. They are … more
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Classroom Resources and Events for Black History Month
Classroom Resources and Events for Black History Month
The Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture has a wealth of resources and events throughout the month of February that can be used in your classroom to celebrate Black History Month. All … more
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CDC Study COVID-19 Cases and Transmission in 17 K-12 Schools
CDC Study COVID-19 Cases and Transmission in 17 K-12 Schools
COVID-19 outbreaks related to kindergarten through grade 12 (K–12) classroom settings have been rarely reported; however, in-school transmission risk has not been well described.
Among 17 rural Wisconsin … more
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Ben Clark Honored as Esri Teacher of the Month
Ben Clark Honored as Esri Teacher of the Month
Please help us congratulate Ben Clark, a teacher at Sitka High School as he was selected as the Esri October 2020 Teacher of the Month!
Esri is an organization that created ArcGIS, the world’s most powerful mapping and … more
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New ‘Amplify Youth Voices Alaska’ project gives Alaska youth an artistic outlet during COVID-19 pandemic
New ‘Amplify Youth Voices Alaska’ project gives Alaska youth an artistic outlet during COVID-19 pandemic
The Departments of Education and Early Development (DEED) and Health and Social Services (DHSS) announced today a new Amplify Youth Voices Alaska (AYVA) project, … more
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Alaska Illustrator Wins the Caldecott Medal
Alaska Illustrator Wins the Caldecott Medal
Michaela Goade, an Alaskan illustrator and member of the Tlingit and Haida tribes, has become the first Native American to win the Caldecott Medal for best children’s picture book for her work in We Are Water Protectors. As … more
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How to Keep Kids Active and Healthy This Winter
How to Keep Kids Active and Healthy This Winter
Staying active throughout the coldest, darkest months — especially this winter — is important for the youngest of children. Families and experts are finding ways to keep preschool-age kids moving with some of the simplest, … more
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Alaska Teacher Retention Survey Closing January 31 – We Want Your Input!
The Governor established a working group of practitioners to review the root causes of Alaska’s retention and recruitment in order to propose solutions through research-based methods to better attract and retain great teachers.
As part of the working group’s efforts, a … more
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Summer Food Service Program Looking for Local Sites
Too many children who rely on school meals do not have access to meals in the summer. Are there children in your community who will go hungry this summer? DEED’s Child Nutrition Programs (DEED/CNP) is looking for school districts, parks and recreation departments, non- … more
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New Hooper Bay Charter School Adopts Cultural Program
New Hooper Bay Charter School Adopts Cultural Program
The Hooper Bay Charter School, just opened this last August, was featured in the Nov/Dec 2020 edition of “Storyknife”, the Calista Corporation Newsletter. The article highlights the school’s adoption of Yuuyaraq, a … more
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The Distance Learning Playbook, Beyond the Bell
Educators should be lifelong readers and leaders, but many do not always get the chance to read and learn together. Therefore, SERRC invited all educators across the state of Alaska to join one of four professional book studies, which included personal interaction with the … more
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Alaska Educators – We Want to Hear From You!
Alaska's educators were invited by email on October 26, 2020 to take an online survey about the factors affecting their current motivation to continue teaching in Alaska. The results of this survey will be used to propose practical, professional, and policy recommendations … more
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DEED Seeking Public Comment on COVID-19 State Plan Addendum
To address the extraordinary circumstances of extended and widespread closures of schools due to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, on March 20, 2020, the U.S. Department of Education invited, pursuant to section 8401(b) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act … more
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Two Alaska Schools Named National ESEA Distinguished Schools
Two Alaska Schools Named National ESEA Distinguished Schools
Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary School in the Sitka School District and Knik Elementary from the Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District have been named National ESEA Distinguished Schools by the Department of … more
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iDidaContest
What if all you had to do was make an amazing video with your students and you could win a trip to Hawaii?
Well in the year 2000 that’s exactly what happened! Alaska Society for Technology in Education (ASTE) board members, Robin Johnson and Mark Stanley, wanted to … more
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Happy Thanksgiving!
Happy Thanksgiving!
Do you have a plan for Thanksgiving next week?
Our friends at the Alaska Department of Health and Social Services put together some great guidance for families and friends as we approach the winter holidays.
The article covers questions such … more
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Keeping the Focus on Secondary Transition
Keeping the Focus on Secondary Transition
During these crazy times it’s hard to get what needs doing done! Even more difficult is focusing on planning for the future. Help is here.
The Department of Education & Early Development (DEED), Special Education and the … more
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Alaska’s COVID-19 ECHO Informational Sessions
Alaska’s COVID-19 ECHO Informational Sessions
Keep informed about COVID-19 in Alaska with DHSS, the Alaska Department of Education & Early Development (DEED) and Project ECHO (Extension for Community Healthcare Outcomes) through the UAA Center for Human Development. These … more
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Alaska-Specific Resources for Native American and Alaska Native Heritage Month
Alaska-Specific Resources for Native American and Alaska Native Heritage Month
In honor of Native American Heritage Month, the Smithsonian Arctic Studies Center in Alaska (ASC), in partnership with the Smithsonian Center for Learning and Digital Access (SCLDA) in … more
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Alaska Teacher Retention Survey - We Want Your Input
Alaska Teacher Retention Survey – We Want Your Input!
The Governor established a working group of practitioners to review the root causes of Alaska’s retention and recruitment in order to propose solutions through research-based methods to better attract and retain … more
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Celebrate American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month
Celebrate American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month
America is a vast land of many cultures dating back thousands of years to the original inhabitants of the land. History, heritage, or culture of Native Americans, Alaska Natives, and Native Hawaiians are part of … more
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Happy Halloween!
Happy Halloween!
Halloween is tomorrow – do you have a plan for safely celebrating the holiday during the COVID-19 pandemic?
Our friends at the Alaska Department of Health and Social Services put together some great guidance for families as we approach a favorite … more
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Alaska Teacher Retention Survey – We Want Your Input!
The Governor established a working group of practitioners to review the root causes of Alaska’s retention and recruitment in order to propose solutions through research-based methods to better attract and retain great teachers.
As part of the working group’s efforts, a … more
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Alaska Smart Start 2020 Toolkit
Have you checked out the Alaska Smart Start 2020 Toolkit recently? New additions this week include infographics showing calendars for different quarantine and isolation scenarios. Look in the “Infographics & Flyers for Schools” folder. While these infographics were … more
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Meals during the Pandemic
The pandemic has made it harder for many Alaskans to feed their families. Reduced work hours or job losses have many parents worrying about paying for groceries. Kids unable to go to school or child care may be missing some healthy meals that families relied on to make ends … more
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Free Resources from the Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education
Free Resources from the Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education
The Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education (ACPE) offers a ton of resources – in-person, virtual, and hybrid – for students in grades Pre-K through college! Check out this downloadable and printable … more
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Masks and Sports
During a statewide meeting, doctors from the Alaska and Anchorage health departments strengthened their guidance for wearing masks given rising COVID-19 cases and a move to indoor sports. Doctors recommend that all youth athletes wear masks when they’re playing or competing … more
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Getting a Flu Shot is More Important than Ever
Getting an annual flu shot will help protect Alaskans from the flu – and hopefully prevent dual epidemics of COVID-19 and seasonal influenza that would place further strain on Alaska’s health care system. See the press release issued by the Alaska Department of Health and … more
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Teaching Literacy Remotely Webinars
Teaching Literacy Remotely Webinars
How do you teach a K-3 student to read remotely?
We announced this new Teaching Literacy Remotely webinar series last week… but we have big news! We are now able to offer course credit as an option for educators participating in the six- … more
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Teaching Literacy Remotely Webinars
Teaching Literacy Remotely Webinars
How do you teach a K-3 student to read remotely? Join the experts from REL Northwest to learn about implementing evidence-based early literacy practices in a remote learning environment, including family engagement and support practices … more
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Halloween during COVID-19
Halloween during COVID-19
Our friends at the Alaska Department of Health and Social Services put together some great guidance for families as we approach a favorite holiday – Halloween! Celebrating holidays during a pandemic requires creative thinking and new traditions, … more
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Two Alaska Schools Receive National Blue Ribbon School Honors
U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos recognized two Alaska schools as National Blue Ribbon Schools for 2020. The recognition is based on a school’s overall academic performance or progress in closing achievement gaps among student subgroups. Eagle Academy Charter School … more
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Beyond the Bell
What is Beyond the Bell? Beyond the Bell is a collection of after school opportunities that supports the professional learning of educators throughout the school year. All sessions will begin at 3:30pm or later, offering a variety of opportunities for educators to engage in … more
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Alaska Smart Start 2020 Toolkit
Check out the new graphics available in the “Infographics & Flyers for Schools” folder of Alaska Smart Start 2020 Toolkit! Our talented friends at the Department of Health and Social Services created the fun Alaska-themed graphics and flyers. While these were developed with … more
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Building Resiliency through Education
Building Resiliency through Education
Did you attend the Classroom Teacher ECHO series this summer? If so, you may recall that the Classroom Teacher ECHO series was taking a break and transitioning to the Alaska Education Network (Project ECHO). The series will be starting … more
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Transforming Schools: Professional Development Opportunity
Last month DEED and the Association of Alaska School Boards (AASB) unveiled a new resource for Alaska schools the “Transforming Schools Toolkit”. This online resource is a companion guide to the “Transforming Schools: A Framework for Trauma Engaged Practice in Alaska,” … more
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Alaska Smart Start 2020 – Family Support
As we move into the 2020-2021 school year DEED wants to ensure that parents, families, and caregivers are provided with the support and resources to tackle this unusual back-to-school period. Below you’ll find a collection of resources to help you navigate education and … more
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Suicide Prevention Week
Alaska may have the one of the highest rates of suicide per capita in the country, but thousands of people across the state have vowed to work toward reducing that figure and creating a healthier, happier, and brighter Alaska for future generations.
In years past, … more
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The Alaska School Leadership Academy
The Alaska School Leadership Academy (ASLA) is a two year program of support for early career principals across Alaska. Supported by a grant from the Alaska Department of Education and Early Development (DEED) and facilitated by the Alaska Council of School Administrators ( … more
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Alaska Smart Start 2020 Toolkit
DEED and DHSS are pleased to present a new resource to help navigate the 2020-2021 school year – the Alaska Smart Start 2020 Toolkit!
The toolkit is hosted on Google Drive, and is designed to support schools and districts as they plan for teaching and learning through the … more
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Alaska Smart Start 2020
Next week is the FINAL week of the Alaska Smart Start 2020 Summer Virtual Summit!
You can still register at any time to participate in the last week of the Summit.
Among the many fantastic sessions next week, Tuesday will host a special session to premiere the newly … more
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New Teacher Talks on Thursdays
DEED is launching a new series starting September 3rd! Designed for new teachers and new-to-Alaska teachers, the series will start with a focus on relationship building.
It’s DEED’s mission to provide an excellent education for every student every day. Therefore, focusing … more
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Alaska Smart Start 2020
This week of the Alaska Smart Start Summer Virtual Summit 2020 started with guest speakers Dr. Bill Dagget and MaryEllen Elia talking about creating future-focused schools. Dr. Bill Dagget is the founder and Chairman of the International Center for Leadership in Education ( … more
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Recess During COVID-19
Recess During COVID-19
As noted in the Alaska Smart Start 2020 guidance, the goal of the 2020-2021 school year is to ensure education and activity are the constants in students’ lives, while COVID-19 is the variable.
Next Monday’s Large Gatherings ECHO session will … more
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Alaska Smart Start 2020
Alaska Smart Start 2020
The Alaska Smart Start Summer Virtual Summit 2020 kicked off this week with a presentation by DEED Commissioner Dr. Michael Johnson and Chief Medical Officer Dr. Anne Zink.
Have you registered yet? It’s not too late! Participants can register … more
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Class is in Session with Jeb Bush
Class is in Session with Jeb Bush
Class in Session with Jeb Bush (#ClassWithJeb) is a series of video conversations with the visionaries of today. Created specifically for secondary school students and relevant for the classroom, these 20-minute virtual conversations— … more
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Alaska Smart Start 2020
Alaska Smart Start 2020
The Alaska Smart Start Summer Virtual Summit 2020 starts next week!
The Virtual Summit invites teachers, parents, district staff, tribal leaders, community members, and education stakeholders to interact daily with expert guest speakers, … more
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ECHO Informational Sessions
ECHO Informational Sessions
Don’t miss these great opportunities to learn more about COVID-19 and to have your COVID-19 questions addressed by experts!
Classroom Teacher ECHO: Join Dr. Anne Zink and Commissioner Johnson with Alaska’s Department of Education and … more
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Alaska Smart Start 2020
Alaska Smart Start 2020
DEED has a new webpage specific to Alaska Smart Start 2020! As districts are beginning to submit their Alaska Smart Start 2020 plans, DEED is uploading the plans into a public tracker. DEED is requesting districts submit their plans by July 31. … more
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Classroom Teacher ECHO
Classroom Teacher ECHO
Join Dr. Anne Zink and Commissioner Johnson with Alaska’s Department of Education and Early Development (DEED), in partnership with the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS), will host a series of information sessions specifically for … more
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Alaska Smart Start 2020
To continue the creative discourse and scenario planning achieved through the Alaska Smart Start 2020 webinar series held this spring, DEED, with the support of the Region 16 Comprehensive Center, is launching the Alaska Smart Start Summer Virtual Summit 2020 to be held … more
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Sports and Activities During COVID-19
On Monday July 13th at 2 pm Alaska’s Chief Medical Officer and Chief Epidemiologist, Drs. Anne Zink and Dr. Joe McLaughlin, will discuss considerations for coaches and organizers of sports for youth and students. They will be joined by the Alaska School Activities … more
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Alaska Smart Start 2020
Many districts are creating their Smart Start plans for the 2020-2021 under the guidance of Alaska Smart Start 2020 – Restart and Reentry Framework Guidance for K-12 Schools.
Some districts have already released their Smart Start plans. Anchorage school District … more
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Alaska Smart Start 2020
Alaska Smart Start 2020
Many districts are now creating their Smart Start plans for the 2020-2021 under the guidance of Alaska Smart Start 2020 – Restart and Reentry Framework Guidance for K-12 Schools.
One concern to consider is how many students can safely fit … more
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School Nutrition Update
School Nutrition Update
In an average day, schools in Alaska serve approximately 48,000 lunches. When school buildings closed to students in March, school nutrition professionals across Alaska transitioned their programs from the cafeteria to meals available by pickup, … more
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Alaska Smart Start 2020
Alaska Smart Start 2020
Now that the 2019-2020 school year has come to an end, the conversation around COVID-19 has shifted toward planning for the 2020-2021 school year.
DEED, in partnership with the Department of Health and Social Services, released Alaska’s Smart Start … more
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Alaska 2020 Principal of the Year
AASSP names the 2020 Principal of the Year
Principal Robyn Taylor’s last semester started with a very broken foot in traction, a pandemic that turned school upside down while she was homebound, and a transition to homeschooling her 17-year-old daughter. So when she got … more
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AASSP Regional Principals of The Year 2020
AASSP Regional Principals of The Year 2020
The Alaska Association of Secondary School Principals (AASSP) sponsors regional and statewide Principal of The Year recognition awards to honor the educational leaders who play such a pivotal role in student success. They may be … more
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Release of the GEERF Competitive Request for Applications
The Alaska Department of Education & Early Development (DEED) is expecting to award $1,000,000 in federal (CARES) Act Governor’s Emergency Education Relief Funds (GEERF) in competitive grants. The funds are to support eligible education-related entities to create innovative … more
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DEED Releases Restart and Reentry Framework Guidance for K-12 Schools
Yesterday the Alaska Department of Education and Early Development (DEED), in cooperation with the Alaska Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS), released the Alaska Smart Start 2020 framework guidance for the reentry and reopening of K-12 schools for the 2020-2021 … more
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Senator Murkowski Honors Alaska's Class of 2020
Senator Murkowski Honors Alaska’s Class of 2020
In light of the COVID-19 pandemic drastically changing graduation ceremonies across the state, U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski delivered a commencement speech in honor of Alaska’s Class of 2020.
Senator Murkowski recognizes that … more
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DEED Releases ‘Alaska’s Smart Start 2020’ Framework for Reopening Schools
DEED Releases ‘Alaska’s Smart Start 2020’ Framework for Reopening Schools
In mid-March, Alaska’s schools closed their doors to students to protect against the spread of COVID-19. Now, as this school year comes to a close, the Department of Education and Early Development ( … more
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Alaska's Smart Start 2020 Webinar Series
To prepare school districts for the upcoming 2020-2021 school year, DEED, the Region 16 Comprehensive Center (R16CC), and other key partners have organized Alaska’s Smart Start 2020 Webinar Series.
This dynamic and engaging seven-week webinar series will help guide Alaska’ … more
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Student Corner with Lisa
Student Corner with Lisa
As we all cope with the social distancing required by COVID-19, Senator Lisa Murkowski is reaching out to Alaska’s students. She is inviting all students–whether in elementary school, middle school, high school, college, or job training– to … more
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Avoid COVID-19 Scams
Alaskans, along with the rest of the nation, are dealing with an unprecedented crisis. COVID-19 has produced new challenges and risks, many of which Alaskans have faced head-on with innovation and resiliency! Unfortunately, one of the risks incited by COVID-19 has been … more
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2020 Census Resources
2020 Census Resources
The Census Bureau is carefully monitoring the COVID-19 situation and working with national, state, and local health authorities as the 2020 Census is underway. The Census Bureau is adapting their operations where needed, but the goal is the same - to … more
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AKLearns Weekly Event Schedule
Aklearns Weekly Event Schedule
DEED launched its Teaching and Learning Support website aklearns.org last month in response to COVID-19 and the need to shift to distance-delivered education. The site helps provide information, resources, and leadership to teachers and … more
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aklearns
DEED wants to provide as much support as possible during these challenging and uncertain times. To provide information, tools, and resources, DEED has launched two new platforms to support educators and families.
aklearns.org
In an effort to provide information, resources, … more
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Novel Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
Novel Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
The first positive case of COVID-19 in Alaska was announced on March 12 by Governor Dunleavy. Since then, Alaska’s case count has grown to thirteen as of this afternoon.
In response, Governor Dunleavy released two health mandates … more
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Novel Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
Novel Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
The first presumptive positive case of COVID-19 in Alaska was announced yesterday by Governor Dunleavy. State of Alaska epidemiologists talked to the patient and were encouraged to learn that the patient had very limited contact … more
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Special Feature - Novel Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
Special Feature: Novel Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
DEED has been an active participant of the state’s interagency pandemic preparedness group relating to the COVID-19 outbreak. While there are no confirmed COVID-19 cases in Alaska, DEED has been taking proactive … more