Kax̱dig̱oowu Héen refers to a part of the Mendenhall River. And could soon be used to refer to the elementary school that sits on its banks in Juneau’s Mendenhall Valley.
Juneau Schools
On Fridays in the Forest, Juneau teacher makes the outdoors his classroom
Most students who attend public elementary schools in Alaska spend their days learning indoors, but one Juneau teacher is making sure his students have at least a little time with Mother Nature.
Juneau’s Thunder Mountain High School locks down briefly after report of gunshots nearby
Thunder Mountain High School went into lockdown for about 30 minutes this afternoon.
Alaska Native Science and Engineering Program to expand its high school program to Juneau
The program’s Acceleration Academy allows students to earn both a high school diploma and a bachelor’s degree in five years.
Swastika marks escalation in spate of vandalism at Dzántik’i Héeni Middle School
Police are investigating. After KTOO contacted the Anti-Defamation League for comment, the organization said it would reach out to Dzántik’i Héeni to offer support.
Masks will soon be optional in Juneau schools
The new policy is linked to Juneau’s community level and to CDC guidelines. If Juneau is at a medium or low risk level, masks will be optional.