Elected Officials

The Office of Education Advocacy provides resources to help elected officials understand Alaska's education system and make informed policy decisions.

Education Governance in Alaska

• Alaska Public School Funding Overview
• State Board of Education

Education Initiatives

• Alaska Reads Act Implementation
• Teacher Retention and Recruitment
• State-Tribal Education Compacting

Policy and Legislative Resources

• Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education (ACPE) - Offers information on college planning, scholarships, financial aid, and career training programs for students and parents
• Alaska State Legislature – Education Committees & Bill Tracking - Monitor education-related legislation, committee hearings, and track bills in real-time
• Education Commission of the States (ECS) – 50-State Policy Comparisons - Offers detailed comparisons of education policies across all 50 states, aiding in policy development and analysis
• National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) – Education Overview - Provides comprehensive research, policy tracking, and best practices on K–12 and higher education across states
• National Governors Association (NGA) – K–12 Education Best Practices - Discover initiatives and strategies from governors nationwide aimed at improving K–12 education outcomes
• U.S. Department of Education - Provides information on federal education policies, rights, and resources for parents and students
• U.S. Department of Education – Laws and Policy Guidance - Access federal education laws, policy updates, and guidance documents impacting K–12 and higher education