For this Curious Juneau, a listener asked KTOO why a local easter egg at the city’s oldest power plant has fallen silent.
Jamie Diep
Education Reporter, KTOO
"I strive to tell stories that highlight the triumphs, struggles and resilience of students from all backgrounds as they navigate a constantly changing world."
In their free time, Jamie’s probably playing their oboe or exploring the outdoors.
Juneau school board maintains high school counselor position with grant funding
Grant funding from the Juneau Community Foundation will help keep counseling services at the middle and high school at the same level as last school year.
Juneau School Board pays off debt with extra state money as funding uncertainties persist
The board is paying off food and transportation debt with the additional funding, but it estimates more than $8 million could be cut due to state and federal changes.
Juneau Symphony appoints new music director for upcoming season
Brad Hogarth is one of four candidates the symphony considered to fill the position.
US Department of Education withholds over $47 million for migrant students, English learners in Alaska
The federal department blocked $6.8 billion nationally for the upcoming school year.
Juneau School District will end its after school program, plans to replace with private provider
The district is ending the program due to staffing challenges but plans to replace it with a private provider.