Juneau schools are finding ways to support students and families in the midst of the government shutdown, which has put food benefits for low income families at risk.
Jamie Diep
Education Reporter, KTOO
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Newly-elected Juneau school board members officially begin terms
The board also honored outgoing members Emil Mackey and Deedie Sorensen.
UAA school psychology program faces hurdle in state approval over social justice concerns
School psychologists and students in the state say advocating for students’ needs and social justice are a core part of the practice.
Two newcomers and one returning member elected to Juneau school board
Steve Whitney and Melissa Cullum won three-year terms, and Jenny Thomas will serve a two-year term on the board.
Office of Children’s Services demographics show racial disparity between caseworkers, children in foster care
The agency is turning to training and partnering with tribes to address the gap.
Juneau high school graduation rate increases following consolidation
More than 96% of students graduated in four years at Juneau-Douglas High School: Yadaa.at Kalé last school year.