The Juneau School District’s Board of Education is doing a first reading of the district’s budget on Thursday evening.
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Bill proposes $24K in student debt relief for ex-Alaskans who return to teach or work for the state
Rep. Andi Story said it’s an effort to address the state’s struggle to hire key employees and stem the tide of outmigration.
Juneau preschoolers continue Valentine’s Day tradition with love notes for lawmakers
Local preschoolers make valentines for state legislators each year, reminding them to “have a heart” for kids during the session.
Budget projections put Juneau School District in better financial position for next fiscal year
Since the board addressed the district’s multimillion-dollar budget deficit last year, it’s expected to move through the budget process more quickly this year.
Tribal education compact bill takes next step into bringing tribal sovereignty into public education
Alaska’s Department of Education and Early Development is working with tribes to kick start a compacting program and give tribes sovereignty over education.
Alaska students and school board members make emotional plea to legislators to boost school funding
Closed door talks with the governor’s office and lawmakers on education funding haven’t so far resulted in an alternative to keep House proposal from moving forward.