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Last Call, New, Reminder
December 2022
NEW!
RTI/MTSS Conference
The 12th Annual RTI/MTSS Conference is back face-to-face! Be inspired, informed, and recharged! Join an energizing group of nationally recognized educators to explore the latest research on what works now – delivered in an … more
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News from the Alaska Department of Education
December 2022
State Board of Education & Early Development Meeting December 7-9
The Alaska State Board of Education and Early Development will hold a regular quarterly meeting and a professional development workshop on December 7 & 8, 2022, in Anchorage, Alaska. The … more
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Last Call, New, Reminder
NEW!
Hiring: ACSA/ASDN Grant Manager
The Alaska Staff Development Network (ASDN) is a division of the Alaska Council of School Administrators (ACSA). ASDN serves educators and school districts across the State of Alaska by providing professional learning opportunities. … more
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News from the Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education
Early Career Explorers – PreK-4th grade FREE Downloadable Educational Resources (in-school, distance learning, and hybrid models)
ACPE’s Early Career Explorers FREE educational resources incorporate career exploration alongside traditional subjects to be used in the … more
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DEED Welcomes Coding and Computer Science Career Coordinator
In August DEED welcomed Faye Tanner as the Statewide Coding and Computer Science Career Coordinator. This position was created to develop and improve software engineering and computer science education programs in Alaska, and to partner with programs and institutions that … more
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Last Call, New, Reminder
NEW!
Alaska Humanities Forum Hiring Youth Program Coordinator
The Youth Coordinator would be a member of the Cross Cultural Program staff for the Ilakucaraq Project and work immersions and virtual sessions, develop strong relationships with youth participants, act as a … more
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New, Upcoming, Last Call
Alaska Society for Technology in Education (ASTE) Conference 2025
ASTE 2025 will be at the Hotel Captain Cook on February 15-18, 2025. *The ASTE Board for 2024-2025, under the direction of President Anthony White, has selected "StoryBytes" as our theme.
At ASTE 2025, … more
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News from the Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education
Early Career Explorers – PreK-4th grade FREE Downloadable Educational Resources (in-school, distance learning, and hybrid models)
ACPE’s Early Career Explorers FREE educational resources incorporate career exploration alongside traditional subjects to be used in the … more
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News from the Alaska Department of Education
New School Health Echo Series Underway
School Health ECHO is a statewide virtual learning network intended for professionals in the education setting to interface with a team of medical and education experts in Alaska. The School Health series is focused on health … more
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Last Call, New, Reminder
LAST CALL!
Alaska Science Assessment Item Review
The Alaska Department of Education & Early Development (DEED) is recruiting educators to participate in an Item Review to establish test items for the spring 2023 Alaska Science Assessment.
This is an opportunity for … more
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News from the Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education
Early Career Explorers – PreK-4th grade FREE Downloadable Educational Resources (in-school, distance learning, and hybrid models)
ACPE’s Early Career Explorers FREE educational resources incorporate career exploration alongside traditional subjects to be used in the … more
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News from the Alaska Department of Education
Alaska Science Assessment Item Review
The Alaska Department of Education & Early Development (DEED) is recruiting educators to participate in an Item Review to establish test items for the spring 2023 Alaska Science Assessment.
This is an opportunity for educators to … more
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Alaska Health Warning: Fentanyl
Schools can support families by sharing messages about the dangers of opioids, especially fentanyl.
Fentanyl is 50 times stronger than heroin and 100 times stronger than morphine. Illicit fentanyl is commonly mixed with other illegal drugs like heroin, cocaine and … more
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North Slope Borough School District Teacher Named 2023 Alaska Teacher of the Year
On August 30, the Alaska Department of Education and Early Development announced that Harlee Harvey at Tikiġaq School in Point Hope has been named the 2023 Alaska Teacher of the Year.
Harvey is a 2014 graduate of the UAF School of Education and has earned her Masters … more
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Last Call, New, Reminder
REMINDER!
Registration Open for 2022 AK STEAM Conference
Registration is now open for the 2022 AK STEAM Conference held October 14-15 at Juneau-Douglas High School. This conference, entitled Leveraging Learning and Equity through STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, … more
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News from the Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education
Early Career Explorers – PreK-4th grade FREE Downloadable Educational Resources (in-school, distance learning, and hybrid models)
ACPE’s Early Career Explorers FREE educational resources incorporate career exploration alongside traditional subjects to be used in the … more
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News from the Alaska Department of Education
Alaska Science Assessment Item Review
The Alaska Department of Education & Early Development (DEED) is recruiting educators to participate in an Item Review to establish test items for the spring 2023 Alaska Science Assessment.
This is an opportunity for educators to … more
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Last Call, New, Reminder
NEW!
Registration Open for 2022 AK STEAM Conference
Registration is now open for the 2022 AK STEAM Conference held October 14-15 at Juneau-Douglas High School. This conference, entitled Leveraging Learning and Equity through STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, … more
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News from the Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education
AKCIS.org – Alaska Career Information System
Renew & Activate Today!
AKCIS is available for all Alaskans! Ensure student/job seeker usage will not be interrupted by submitting your site’s agreement today. Applications for the 2022-2023 SY are online. Renew by completing … more
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News from the Alaska Department of Education
MAP Growth Basics for Leaders – Professional Development
The 2022-2023 Professional Learning Catalog provides dates and descriptions for all learning opportunities for the upcoming school year.
The first virtual training is scheduled for August 11 - MAP Growth Basics for … more
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Last Call, New, Reminder
NEW!
National Assessment Governing Board is Seeking Board Members
The National Assessment Governing Board sets policy for the nation’s largest ongoing assessment of what U.S. students know and can do—the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), also known … more
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News from the Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education
AKCIS.org – Alaska Career Information System
Renew & Activate Today!
AKCIS is available for all Alaskans! Ensure student/job seeker usage will not be interrupted by submitting your site’s agreement today. Applications for the 2022-2023 SY are online. Renew by completing … more
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News from the Alaska Department of Education
Public Comment Period Open for Proposed Changes to Assessment Cut Scores
The proposed amendments would update the terms for achievement level titles, the cut scores used to determine proficiency by grade, and the sub scores used to determine the accountability growth … more
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News from the Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education
AKCIS.org – Alaska Career Information System
The future may be uncertain, but a Personal Learning & Career Plans put students in charge of their futures. Whether students are meeting in-person in your classroom, online synchronously or asynchronously, or with little access … more
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News from the Alaska Department of Education
Teacher Retention and Recruitment Subcommittees to Start Meetings
The TRR subcommittees are meeting to learn more and provide support on how to move forward with recommendations from the TRR Action Plan (education.alaska.gov/trr). If you are interested in attending any of … more
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Last Call, New, Reminder
NEW!
Canvas Summer Series Workshops
Attention Alaska Teachers (Please Share): The Canvas Summer Series is coming to your state! Attend virtual sessions geared towards teachers, school leaders, district admin, and state leadership. Drop-in sessions from July 25-Aug 4, 20 … more
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Last Call, New, Reminder
NEW!
Register for the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) Long-Term Trend Age 9 Results Livestream
The National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) 2022 Long-Term Trend results for Age 9 students, which will be the first national snapshot of … more
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News from the Alaska Department of Education
SLED Passwords Changing
As a direct result of SLED credentials being posted on public web pages, the SLED (https://sled.alaska.edu) password has been changed.
Starting 6/27/2022, you will be able to request the new credentials in two ways:
If your phone number has … more
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Alaska Center for the Book Names Contributions to Literacy in Alaska Award Recipients
The Alaska Center for the Book has named four winners of the 2022 Contributions to Literacy in Alaska (CLIA) Award.
Honorees are Alaska State Library director Patience Frederiksen of Juneau, Anchorage early learning advocate Abbe Hensley, state writer laureate Heather … more
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Last Call, New, Reminder
REMINDER!
National Assessment Governing Board Seeking Panelists for NAEP Science Framework Updates
The National Assessment Governing Board is Seeking Panelists for Updates to the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) Science Framework.
Established by … more
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News from the Alaska Department of Education
Bond Reimbursement and Grant Review Committee Meeting June 27
The Bond Reimbursement and Grant Review Committee will meet via teleconference on Thursday, Monday, June 27, 2022, 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. The committee's agenda and meeting packet will be available prior to the … more
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Last Call, New, Reminder
NEW!
National Assessment Governing Board Seeking Panelists for NAEP Science Framework Updates
The National Assessment Governing Board is Seeking Panelists for Updates to the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) Science Framework.
Established by … more
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News from the Alaska Department of Education
Bond Reimbursement and Grant Review Committee Meeting June 27
The Bond Reimbursement and Grant Review Committee will meet via teleconference on Thursday, Monday, June 27, 2022, 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. The committee's agenda and meeting packet will be available prior to the … more
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Last Call, New, Reminder
NEW!
Notice Inviting Applications - Native American Language Program
The U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Indian Education is now accepting applications for the Native American Language Program (NAL). Senator Murkowski created this program as part of the Every … more
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News from the Alaska Department of Education
Free Antigen COVID Tests Available for School Summer Programs
The Alaska School Testing Point of Contact for the CDC program which is giving away 5 million antigen tests to school districts. These tests are now available to summer programs serving the K-12 population. … more
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News from the Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education
AKCIS.org – Alaska Career Information System
The future may be uncertain, but a Personal Learning & Career Plans put students in charge of their futures. Whether students are meeting in-person in your classroom, online synchronously or asynchronously, or with little access … more
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News from the Alaska Department of Education
DEED is Hiring!
DEED is hiring for multiple positions!
Statewide Coding and Computer Science Coordinator
This position will coordinate a project to develop and improve software engineering and computer science education programs in Alaska. The incumbent will work … more
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News from the Alaska Department of Education
DEED is Hiring!
DEED is hiring for multiple positions!
Director, Division of Libraries Archives & Museums
The successful applicant will be passionate about the Department’s vision of helping students to shape meaningful lives for themselves and become … more
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News from the Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education
AKCIS.org – Alaska Career Information System
The future may be uncertain, but a Personal Learning & Career Plans put students in charge of their futures. Whether students are meeting in-person in your classroom, online synchronously or asynchronously, or with little access … more
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Families: Check Eligibility for Internet Discount Through the Affordable Connectivity Program
The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) is a U.S. government program run by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) program to help low-income households pay for internet service and connected devices like a laptop or tablet.
You are likely eligible if your household’ … more
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Application Open for EPA’s 2022 Clean School Bus Rebates
With funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, EPA’s new Clean School Bus Program provides $5 billion over the next five years (FY 2022-2026) to replace existing school buses with zero-emission and low-emission models. EPA is offering $500 million through the 2022 … more
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Last Call, New, Reminder
Last Call:
FDA Food Science Professional Development Program Accepting Applicants
The FDA has a Professional Development Program in Food Safety and Nutrition that can be of great benefit to you and your students. The training (held virtually) is based on the Science and … more
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Four Teachers Named Finalists for Alaska Teacher of the Year
This week DEED announced four teachers as finalists for the 2023 Alaska Teacher of the Year: : Heather Baker (Kenai Peninsula Borough School District), Harlee Harvey (North Slope Borough School District), Mark Martin (Denali Borough School District), and Charles Lance … more
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Last Call, New, Reminder
New:
FDA Food Science Professional Development Program Accepting Applicants
The FDA has a Professional Development Program in Food Safety and Nutrition that can be of great benefit to you and your students. The training (held virtually) is based on the Science and … more
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News from the Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education
Early Career Explorers – PreK-4th grade FREE Downloadable Educational Resources (in-school, distance learning, and hybrid models)
ACPE’s Early Career Explorers FREE educational resources incorporate career exploration alongside traditional subjects to be used in the … more
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News from the Alaska Department of Education
New and Revised Facilities Publications Available
The Department of Education and Early Development, Facilities section has recently released the following new and revised publications, which are available through the Facilities’ Publications and Resources page.
… more
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Last Call, New, Reminder
New:
SERRC Hiring Rural Empowerment Specialist for Successful School Improvement
A cohort of five schools is working with DEED, R16CC, and SERRC on a new three-year school improvement plan process. The Rural Empowerment for School Improvement engages the school and … more
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News from the Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education
AKCIS.org – Alaska Career Information System
The future may be uncertain, but a Personal Learning & Career Plans put students in charge of their futures. Whether students are meeting in-person in your classroom, online synchronously or asynchronously, or with little access … more
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News from the Alaska Department of Education
DEED Accepting Applications for Evidence-Based Comprehensive Afterschool Programs through American Rescue Plan Act Grants
The Department of Education and Early Development (DEED) is seeking applicants for a competitive grant for evidence-based, comprehensive after school … more
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FDA Food Science Professional Development Program Accepting Applicants
The FDA has a Professional Development Program in Food Safety and Nutrition that can be of great benefit to you and your students. The training (held virtually) is based on the Science and our Food Supply curriculum that was developed under a partnership between the FDA … more
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Two Alaskan Students Named Presidential Scholars
Wednesday U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona announced the 58th class of U.S. Presidential Scholars, recognizing 161 high school seniors for their accomplishments in academics, the arts, and career and technical education fields.
Included in the class are Ian … more
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DEED Accepting Applications for Evidence-Based Comprehensive Afterschool Programs through American Rescue Plan Act Grants
The Department of Education and Early Development (DEED) is seeking applicants for a competitive grant for evidence-based, comprehensive after school programs. This grant is open to both school districts and community-based organizations. Grants will range from $250,000 to $ … more
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Four Teachers Named Finalists for Alaska Teacher of the Year
This week DEED announced four teachers as finalists for the 2023 Alaska Teacher of the Year: Heather Baker (Kenai Peninsula Borough School District), Harlee Harvey (North Slope Borough School District), Mark Martin (Denali Borough School District), and Charles Lance Smith … more
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School and District staff invited to two-day IT workshops in mid-May
Staff in Texas getting hands on experience with computer parts
District and school staff interested in becoming more tech savvy are invited to join librarians, archivists and museum staff in a two-day, hands-on workshop featuring nationally recognized library … more
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News from the Alaska Department of Education
DEED Accepting Applications for Evidence-Based Comprehensive Afterschool Programs through American Rescue Plan Act Grants
The Department of Education and Early Development (DEED) is seeking applicants for a competitive grant for evidence-based, comprehensive after school … more
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Last Call, New, Reminder
Reminder:
Alaska Academic Decathlon and Pentathlon secures $49,000 in scholarships for School Year 2022-2023
The Alaska Academic Decathlon and Pentathlon - programs of SERRC, Alaska's Educational Resource Center - recently partnered with Alaska 529 and the University … more
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Alaska Science of Reading Symposium Underway This Weekend
Thank you to everyone who attended the Alaska Science of Reading Symposium last weekend in Anchorage!
Missed a presentation or couldn’t attend? Recordings of keynotes are available on the Department’s Facebook page.
Additional resources from the Symposium will be … more
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Last Call, New, Reminder
New:
Alaska Academic Decathlon and Pentathlon secures $49,000 in scholarships for School Year 2022-2023
The Alaska Academic Decathlon and Pentathlon - programs of SERRC, Alaska's Educational Resource Center - recently partnered with Alaska 529 and the University of … more
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DEED Accepting Applications for Evidence-Based Comprehensive Afterschool Programs through American Rescue Plan Act Grants
The Department of Education and Early Development (DEED) is seeking applicants for a competitive grant for evidence-based, comprehensive after school programs. This grant is open to both school districts and community-based organizations. Grants will range from $250,000 to $ … more
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Palmer, Wrangell High School Among Top 50 Finalist in Vans Custom Culture Contest
Two Alaskan high schools have entries which have made it to the Top 50 round in the 2022 Vans Custom Culture High School Contest. The winning school will receive $50,000 for its arts program.
Vans says that the contest created to inspire and empower high school … more
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News from the Alaska Department of Education
DEED Seeking Educators to Participate in Standard Setting and Alignment Study for Alaska Science Assessment
DEED is recruiting educators to participate in Standard Setting to establish the achievement levels for the new Alaska Science Assessment. Standard Setting will … more
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Alaska Science of Reading Symposium Underway This Weekend
The Alaska Science of Reading Symposium is underway this weekend in Anchorage.
While all Symposium activities are in-person, keynote presentations will be live streamed on the event website and DEED’s Facebook page.
Find the Symposium agenda and more information … more
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News from the Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education
AKCIS.org – Alaska Career Information System
The future may be uncertain, but a Personal Learning & Career Plans put students in charge of their futures. Whether students are meeting in-person in your classroom, online synchronously or asynchronously, or with little access … more
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Twenty Schools Earn Alaska Purple Star School Designation
Last week, 20 Alaskan schools earned the designation of Alaska Purple Star School for their support of military-connected students and families during a ceremony at Lathrop High School in Fairbanks.
To be recognized as a Purple Star School, schools must maintain a … more
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Public Comment Periods Open on Three Proposed Regulations Changes
A public comment period is now open for three proposed changes in the regulations of the Alaska Department of Education and Early Development. The comment period for each closes on April 28, 2022.
Alternate Assessment Scores
The proposed amendments would update the … more
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News from the Alaska Department of Education
DEED Seeking Educators to Participate in Standard Setting and Alignment Study for Alaska Science Assessment
DEED is recruiting educators to participate in Standard Setting to establish the achievement levels for the new Alaska Science Assessment. Standard Setting will … more
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News from the Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education
AKCIS.org – Alaska Career Information System
The future may be uncertain, but a Personal Learning & Career Plans put students in charge of their futures. Whether students are meeting in-person in your classroom, online synchronously or asynchronously, or with little access … more
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Last Call, New, Reminder
Last Call:
U.S.E.D. Notice Inviting Applications for Alaska Native Education Program – Deadline April 26
The U.S. Department of Education has issued a notice inviting applications for the Alaska Native Education Program. The program will award up to $36 million in new … more
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News from the Alaska Department of Education
DEED Seeking Educators to Participate in Standard Setting and Alignment Study for Alaska Science Assessment
DEED is recruiting educators to participate in Standard Setting to establish the achievement levels for the new Alaska Science Assessment. Standard Setting will … more
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News from the Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education
AKCIS.org – Alaska Career Information System
The future may be uncertain, but a Personal Learning & Career Plans put students in charge of their futures. Whether students are meeting in-person in your classroom, online synchronously or asynchronously, or with little access … more
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Last Call, New, Reminder
Last Call:
AKRISE Convening April 23
AKRISE—Alaska’s Rural Teacher Network—is having a virtual convening for rural teachers on Saturday, April 23rd, from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Registration is now open at this link: AKRISE April 2022 Convening. All attendees will … more
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Registration for Alaska Science of Reading Symposium Closes Friday, April 15
Registration for the Alaska Science of Reading Symposium closes Friday, April 15.
The Symposium will ground Alaska education stakeholders in a cohesive understanding of the Science of Reading. We will engage in courageous conversations about Alaska’s reading performance … more
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Last Call, New, Reminder
New:
AKRISE Convening April 23
AKRISE—Alaska’s Rural Teacher Network—is having a virtual convening for rural teachers on Saturday, April 23rd, from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Registration is now open at this link: AKRISE April 2022 Convening. All attendees will receive a $10 … more
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News from the Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education
AKCIS.org – Alaska Career Information System
The future may be uncertain, but a Personal Learning & Career Plans put students in charge of their futures. Whether students are meeting in-person in your classroom, online synchronously or asynchronously, or with little access … more
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News from the Alaska Department of Education
Professional Teaching Practices Commission Meeting Next Week
The Professional Teaching Practices Commission will meet on April 14 -15, 2022 in Conference room 1236 of the Robert Atwood Building, 550 W. 7th Ave., Anchorage, AK. The Commission plans to consider disciplinary … more
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West Anchorage High School Teacher Wins Milken Educator Award
Wednesday West Anchorage High School Teacher Temperance Tinker-Kays was surprised as a recipient of the prestigious Milken Educator Award.
Temperance Tinker-Kays has taught just about every level of English at Alaska’s West Anchorage High School, including grade … more
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News from the Alaska Department of Education
DEED Final FY23 Capital Improvement Project Grant Rankings Available
DEED’s final FY2023 priority lists of district-submitted CIP grant applications for school construction and major maintenance projects are now available. Priority lists are used by the department, … more
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News from the Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education
AKCIS.org – Alaska Career Information System
The future may be uncertain, but a Personal Learning & Career Plans put students in charge of their futures. Whether students are meeting in-person in your classroom, online synchronously or asynchronously, or with little access … more
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Last Call, New, Reminder
New:
Resilient Educators: Back to the Future!
June 10-11 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Anchorage
K-12 Educators! Re-fuel Your Resilience!
Head into the summer with renewed balance and readiness to recharge! During this interactive PD experience, Brightways … more
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Public Comment Periods Open on Three Proposed Regulations Changes
A public comment period is now open for three proposed changes in the regulations of the Alaska Department of Education and Early Development. The comment period for each closes on April 28, 2022.
Alternate Assessment Scores
The proposed amendments would update the … more
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News from the Alaska Department of Education
Seeking comments on update to “Capital Project Administration Handbook” until March 31
DEED is seeking public comment on a proposed update to its Capital Project Administration Handbook, which assists recipients of AS 14.11 funding with project administration and related … more
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Last Call, New, Reminder
Last Call:
AK|Next Offers Leadership Skill Development Opportunity 8th-12th Grade Students
AK|Next is a program of the Alaska Humanities Forum. It is open to all 8th-12th grade students in Alaska interested in exploring leadership - we need all types of young people! … more
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News from the Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education
AKCIS.org – Alaska Career Information System
The future may be uncertain, but a Personal Learning & Career Plans put students in charge of their futures. Whether students are meeting in-person in your classroom, online synchronously or asynchronously, or with little access … more
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Last Call, New, Reminder
New:
AVEC Accepting Applications for ICUA Youth Rally and Scholarship Program – Alaska Village Electric Cooperative
Alaska Village Electric Cooperative (AVEC) is currently accepting applications until April 28 for the annual Idaho Consumer-Owned Utilities Association’ … more
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News from the Alaska Department of Education
Alaska Science of Reading Leadership Academy
DEED is looking for school leaders who are interested in building their capacity to support teachers in the use of evidence based instructional leadership practices, with a specific focus on Alaska Native communities. The … more
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“Mug Up” Exhibit Opens Next Month at State Museum Celebrating the History and People of Alaska’s Canned Salmon Industry
Entitled “Mug Up” after the cannery term for a coffee break, the exhibition shares stories of Alaska’s cannery crews and showcases artifacts from the canned salmon industry through the lens of the Alaska Packers Association’s <NN> (Diamond NN) Cannery, located on the … more
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Last Call, New, Reminder
New:
U.S.E.D. Notice Inviting Applications for Alaska Native Education Program – Deadline Extended
The U.S. Department of Education has issued a notice inviting applications for the Alaska Native Education Program. The program will award up to $36 million in new … more
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HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS SOUGHT FOR NATIONAL YOUTH SCIENCE CAMP
Applications are now being accepted from current high school seniors in the class of 2022 to represent Alaska at the 2022 Virtual National Youth Science Camp (NYSCamp). Two students from each state, Washington, D.C, and select countries will attend the all-expenses-paid … more
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Dive Into Alaska’s Reading Playbook with In-Depth Training Course Beginning Next Month
Tuesday, March 22 will be the beginning of a 6-week, in-depth training course for Alaska’s Reading Playbook.
Session will occur on Tuesdays and Thursdays from March 22 through April 7 and will work through the principles of the Science of Reading as they are presented … more
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News from the Alaska Department of Education
ASCA Recruiting Arts Administrator to Oversee Indigenous Arts and Culture Programs and Grants
The Alaska State Council on the Arts (ASCA) is recruiting for an Arts Administrator in Anchorage to oversee Indigenous Arts and Culture programs and grants, including … more
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News from the Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education
AKCIS.org – Alaska Career Information System
The future may be uncertain, but a Personal Learning & Career Plans put students in charge of their futures. Whether students are meeting in-person in your classroom, online synchronously or asynchronously, or with little access … more
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Last Call, New, Reminder
New:
IES Listen & Learn Session: Leveraging Native American and Alaska Native Voices in Education Research on Mon, March 7, 2022 at 2 pm ET.
The Institute of Education Sciences and White House Initiative on Advancing Educational Equity Excellence and Economic … more
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Last Call, New, Reminder
Last Call:
AKRISE – Alaska Rural Teacher Network Convening Feb. 25 and 26
AKRISE — Alaska’s Rural Teacher Network —is having a virtual convening for rural teachers on February 25th and 26th, and registration is now open (please follow this link to register).
AKRISE … more
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News from the Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education
AKCIS.org – Alaska Career Information System
The future may be uncertain, but a Personal Learning & Career Plans put students in charge of their futures. Whether students are meeting in-person in your classroom, online synchronously or asynchronously, or with little access … more
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News from the Alaska Department of Education
DEED Launching Alaska Certified Facilitator Program to Build Assessment Literacy
DEED is launching a certified facilitator program for schools and districts: the Alaska Certified Facilitator Program (CFP).
The Alaska Professional Learning Initiative will build … more
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Two Alaska Educators Recipients of PAEMST Awards
Two Alaskan teachers have been recognized with Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching.
Cory Ferenczy, of Airport Heights Elementary School in the Anchorage School District is a recipient in the mathematics category. Jason Daniels, of … more
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Alaska State Council on the Arts Recruiting Arts Administrator to Oversee Indigenous Arts and Culture Programs and Grants
The Alaska State Council on the Arts (ASCA) is recruiting for an Arts Administrator in Anchorage to oversee Indigenous Arts and Culture programs and grants, including individual artist training and strategic program partnerships. ASCA is one of the nation’s 56 state and … more
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State Board of Education & Early Development Meeting Next Tuesday, Wednesday
The Alaska State Board of Education and Early Development will hold a regular quarterly meeting and a professional development workshop on March 1-2, 2022, in Juneau. Both the professional development workshop and the board meeting will be held at the Andrew P. … more
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Dive Into Alaska’s Reading Playbook with In-Depth Training Course Beginning Next Month
Tuesday, March 22 will be the beginning of a 6-week, in-depth training course for Alaska’s Reading Playbook.
Session will occur on Tuesdays and Thursdays from March 22 through April 7 and will work through the principles of the Science of Reading as they are presented … more
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Last Call, New, Reminder
New:
Alaska Dept. of Fish & Game Hosting Workshops for Educators
Did you know that the Alaska Department of Fish & Game offers workshops specifically for educators? Currently several workshops are scheduled in Anchorage. Workshops include learning how to create … more
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News from the Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education
AKCIS.org – Alaska Career Information System
The future may be uncertain, but a Personal Learning & Career Plans put students in charge of their futures. Whether students are meeting in-person in your classroom, online synchronously or asynchronously, or with little access … more
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News from the Alaska Department of Education
Bond Reimbursement & Grant Review Committee Meeting February 28
The BR&GR Committee will meet via teleconference on Monday, February 28, at 1pm. The primary topics of the meeting include initial review of proposed changes to the FY2024 capital improvement project … more
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AKRISE Convening February 25 and 26
AKRISE — Alaska’s Rural Teacher Network —is having a virtual convening for rural teachers on February 25th and 26th, and registration is now open.
AKRISE formally launched in January 2020 to bring together educators from small, rural schools across Alaska to … more
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DEED Launching Alaska Certified Facilitator Program to Build Assessment Literacy
DEED is launching a certified facilitator program for schools and districts: the Alaska Certified Facilitator Program (CFP).
The Alaska Professional Learning Initiative will build assessment literacy capacity throughout Alaska schools. District staff will build a … more
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Alaska’s Reading Playbook Provides Educators Tangible Tool for Improving Reading Instruction
Next Wednesday will be the second of three offerings of an introductory session to Alaska’s Reading Playbook.
The Reading Playbook combines decades of nationwide research with examples and resources developed by educators in Alaska.
Readers will find an … more
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DEED Seeks Feedback on Temporary Changes to Accountability System
DEED is seeking feedback on temporary changes to Alaska’s accountability system for the 2022-2023 school year.
The pandemic has disrupted several components of Alaska’s accountability system. That includes missing data in 2020 and low participation in 2021. Additionally, … more
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Celebrate #DLDay by Tapping Into Personalized Learning Resources
The 11th annual Digital Learning Day will be celebrated on Tuesday, February 22, 2022. This year’s theme is “Celebrate the Personal in Personalized Learning.”
The DLDay network by All4Ed provides an opportunity for educators to join a network of innovative educators … more
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Last Call, New, Reminder
Last Call:
39th Annual Statewide Creative Writing Contest Offering Over $800 in Cash Prizes
The submission period for entries for the 39th Annual Statewide Creative Writing Contest is open now through February 15, 2022. More than 400 entries were submitted for the 20 … more
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News from the Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education
AKCIS.org – Alaska Career Information System
The future may be uncertain, but a Personal Learning & Career Plans put students in charge of their futures. Whether students are meeting in-person in your classroom, online synchronously or asynchronously, or with little access … more
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News from the Alaska Department of Education
Bond Reimbursement & Grant Review Committee Meeting February 28
The BR&GR Committee will meet via teleconference on Monday, February 28, at 1pm. The primary topics of the meeting include initial review of proposed changes to the FY2024 capital improvement project … more
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Ben Huff’s Atomic Island Virtual Exhibit Now Online
Ben Huff’s exhibition, Atomic Island, will be available online starting on February 4th 2022 at 4:30pm at
https://lam.alaska.gov/atomic-island
Take a virtual walk-through the exhibit and watch Ben’s lecture from the opening night of his exhibit at the Alaska State … more
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Students Invited to Design Artwork for 2022 Election
The Division of Elections (DOE) is offering the 2022 Election Artwork Contest. The purpose of this contest is to commemorate Alaska as more than the last frontier because with a new voting system, we are now a new frontier. More importantly, the contest also helps to … more
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AKLearns Professional Learning & Event Calendar
Nearly every day of the week, Alaskan educators who want to invest in their skillset have opportunities for professional learning.
The Professional Learning and Event Calendar on AKLearns is the brings offerings from DEED, educational partners, and other opportunities … more
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Alaska’s Reading Playbook Provides Educators Tangible Tool for Improving Reading Instruction
Next Wednesday will be the first of three offerings of an introductory session to Alaska’s Reading Playbook.
The Reading Playbook combines decades of nationwide research with examples and resources developed by educators in Alaska.
Readers will find an … more
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Arctic Village School Teacher Highlighted for Incorporating Hydroponics into STEM Instruction
The growing season for produce is short in Alaska, especially as far north as Arctic Village. Yet that challenge opens the door to learning about alternative agriculture and the STEM principles that make it possible.
Recently, Gabriel Welker, a teacher at Arctic … more
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Last Call, New, Reminder
New:
FCC Affordable Connectivity Program for Households
The Affordable Connectivity Program is an FCC benefit program that helps ensure that households can afford the broadband they need for work, school, healthcare and more. The benefit provides a discount of up to … more
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DEED Recruiting: Mt. Edgecumbe High School Director/Superintendent; Statewide Coding and Computer Science Coordinator
DEED Recruiting: Mt. Edgecumbe High School Director/Superintendent; Statewide Coding and Computer Science Coordinator
DEED is currently seeking applications for the Mt. Edgecumbe High School Director/Superintendent.
DEED is also seeking applications for a … more
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News from the Alaska Department of Education
Applications Open for Elementary Online Reading Academy
In partnership with NWEA® and Consortium on Reaching Excellence in Education® (CORE), DEED will offer a joint learning, collaboration, and coaching opportunity that will empower 100 Alaska educators to translate … more
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News from the Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education
AKCIS.org – Alaska Career Information System
The future may be uncertain, but a Personal Learning & Career Plans put students in charge of their futures. Whether students are meeting in-person in your classroom, online synchronously or asynchronously, or with little access … more
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Black History in the Last Frontier
Black History in the Last Frontier is a resource produced by the National Park Service and University of Alaska Anchorage that is available for free online.
It includes a downloadable book by Dr. Ian Hartman with a forward by Ed Wesley published in 2020.
The NPS … more
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Alaska’s Reading Playbook Provides Educators Tangible Tool for Improving Reading Instruction
This week DEED and the Region 16 Comprehensive Center published Alaska’s Reading Playbook: A Practical Guide for Teaching Reading.
The Reading Playbook combines decades of nationwide research with examples and resources developed by educators in Alaska.
Readers … more
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Last Call, New, Reminder
Last Call:
The Alaska Arts Education Consortium Seeks Nominations for Champions of Arts in Education through January 31, 2022
The Alaska Arts Education Consortium (AAEC) Champions of Arts in Education Award formally recognizes and honors Alaskan individuals or … more
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News from the Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education
AKCIS.org – Alaska Career Information System
The future may be uncertain, but a Personal Learning & Career Plans put students in charge of their futures. Whether students are meeting in-person in your classroom, online synchronously or asynchronously, or with little access … more
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News from the Alaska Department of Education
EANS II Application Available for Non-Public Schools – Deadline February 18
The Emergency Assistance to Non-Public Schools II (EANS II) program is a reservation of funds under the American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act to provide services or assistance to non-public schools. … more
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DEED Launches COVID Relief Funding Dashboard and new COVID Relief Funding Resources Webpage
This week DEED launched a new webpage and dashboards to show how COVID relief funds for education in Alaska are being utilized.
Beginning with the CARES Act in March 2020, Congress passed three COVID relief bills, which included funds for educational institutions to … more
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Elementary Reading Academy Applications Now Available for K-5 Educators
In partnership with NWEA® and Consortium on Reaching Excellence in Education® (CORE), DEED will offer a joint learning, collaboration, and coaching opportunity that will empower 100 Alaska educators to translate learning into practice within their systems.
The program … more
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Alaska Healthy Schools Learning Collaborative adds "Thoughtful Thursdays" Beginning Next Week
Join other educators and watch and practice a weekly short mindfulness video from UAA Social Work Assistant Professor, Dr. Vanessa Meade, LCSW, and use the remainder of the time to reflect and simply be in connection with one another. The Thoughtful Thursday series occurs … more
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2021-2022 Teacher of the Year Nominations Close Monday!
Nominations for the 2021-2022 Alaska Teacher of the Year close on Monday!
To be eligible, the teacher must have at least five years of experience in the field of education and is an expert in their field who guides students of all backgrounds and abilities to achieve … more
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Last Call, New, Reminder
Last Call:
2022 RTI/MTSS Effective Instruction Conference
Join educators across Alaska to re-energize and learn more about what is working this year to deliver effective instruction in any setting. The 11th annual Conference is online for the second year in a row! Be … more
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News from the Alaska Department of Education
Alaska State Council on the Arts Youth Cultural Heritage Grants and Programming with rolling and upcoming deadlines
The Youth Cultural Heritage Program (YCH), made possible by funding from Rasmuson Foundation and administered by the Alaska State Council on the Arts, is … more
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News from the Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education
AKCIS.org – Alaska Career Information System
The future may be uncertain, but a Personal Learning & Career Plans put students in charge of their futures. Whether students are meeting in-person in your classroom, online synchronously or asynchronously, or with little access … more
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The Alaska Arts Education Consortium Seeks Nominations for Champions of Arts in Education through January 31, 2022
The Alaska Arts Education Consortium (AAEC) Champions of Arts in Education Award formally recognizes and honors Alaskan individuals or organizations who “champion” the arts in education. These Champions carry the torch for arts education through high-caliber instruction, … more
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State Board of Education to Hold Special Meeting Next Wednesday
The State Board of Education and Early Development will hold a special meeting virtually on Wednesday, January 26.
The purpose of the meeting is to hold a work session and a business meeting. Topics at the work session include an update on the FY2023 department … more
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EANS II Applications Now Available for Non-Public Schools
The Emergency Assistance to Non-Public Schools II (EANS II) program is a reservation of funds under the American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act to provide services or assistance to non-public schools. The ARP Act extends the EANS program authorized under section 312(d) of the CRRSA … more
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Last Call, New, Reminder
Last Call:
Tsunami Bowl competition and Art Show Open to High School Students
The 25th annual Alaska Regional National Ocean Sciences Bowl, Tsunami Bowl, is pleased to announce our Ocean Connections Art Show open to all high school students! The Tsunami Bowl … more
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News from the Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education
AKCIS.org – Alaska Career Information System
The future may be uncertain, but a Personal Learning & Career Plans put students in charge of their futures. Whether students are meeting in-person in your classroom, online synchronously or asynchronously, or with little access … more
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News from the Alaska Department of Education
The Alaska Arts Education Consortium Seeks Nominations for Champions of Arts in Education through January 31, 2022
The Alaska Arts Education Consortium (AAEC) Champions of Arts in Education Award formally recognizes and honors Alaskan individuals or organizations who “ … more
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U.S. Department of Education Invites Applications for Alaska Native Education Program
This week the U.S. Department of Education issued a notice inviting applications for the Alaska Native Education Program. The program will award up to $36 million in new awards that will support innovative projects which recognize and address the unique educational needs … more
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2021-2022 Teacher of the Year Nominations Close Jan. 31
Nominations for the 2021-2022 Alaska Teacher of the Year are close in just over a week!
To be eligible, the teacher must have at least five years of experience in the field of education and is an expert in their field who guides students of all backgrounds and … more
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Alaska State Council on the Arts Youth Cultural Heritage Grants and Programming with rolling and upcoming deadlines
The Youth Cultural Heritage Program (YCH), made possible by funding from Rasmuson Foundation and administered by the Alaska State Council on the Arts, is designed to support organizations and groups that deliver cultural heritage programming to children and youth in … more
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Two Alaska Students Named to U.S. Senate Youth Program
Two Alaska students have been named as delegates representing Alaska at the 60th annual U.S. Senate Youth Program, which will be held virtually March 6-9, 2022. The delegates selected are Adelaide Poulson, a senior at Sitka High School, and Braxton Zink, a senior at … more
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Last Call, New, Reminder
Last Call:
UAS ED593 Coaching/Mentoring New Teachers Virtual Course - Spring 2022
If you are mentoring an intern/student teacher or an early-career teacher, this course is for you! This course will provide you with collegial support and opportunities to explore and … more
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News from the Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education
AKCIS.org – Alaska Career Information System
The future may be uncertain, but a Personal Learning & Career Plans put students in charge of their futures. Whether students are meeting in-person in your classroom, online synchronously or asynchronously, or with little access … more
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News from the Alaska Department of Education
DEED adds Understanding Homelessness and Dyslexia eLearning modules
DEED is proud to announce the release of two new eLearning modules- Understanding Homelessness and Dyslexia.
Understanding Homelessness (30 minutes)
This course helps educators learn how to identify … more
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AKRISE Monthly MeetUp for Rural Teachers Next Tuesday
The AKRISE Monthly MeetUp is virtual space to connect, share ideas, and learn from Alaska educators.
This month’s MeetUp will feature Laura and Madelyn Davis, a middle school teacher and daughter from the Wrangell School District talking about amplifying student voices. … more
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2021-2022 Teacher of the Year Nominations Close This Month
Nominations for the 2021-2022 Alaska Teacher of the Year are close at the end of the month!
To be eligible, the teacher must have at least five years of experience in the field of education and is an expert in their field who guides students of all backgrounds and … more
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ICYMI: Proposed Changes to Three Regulations Currently Open to Public Comment
Public comment is now open on three separate proposed regulation changes.
They pertain to teacher certification, participation in statewide assessments, and the definition of world languages.
Written comment must be received by 4:30 on January 26. Oral comment can … more
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State of Alaska Individual Assistance provides disaster recovery grants to those impacted by 2021-2022 Alaska Winter Storm
Governor Mike Dunleavy declared the 2021-2022 Alaska Winter Storm a State Disaster on January 3, 2022, in response to numerous impacts from extreme cold weather, high winds, freezing rain, and heavy snowfall. These conditions interrupted power and water distribution, … more