Deena Bishop

Alaska's educator apprenticeship program wins permanent federal approval

“Commissioner Bishop announced at Thursday's State Board of Education meeting that on December 3, 2024, the United States Department of Labor (USDOL) approved the Department of Education and Early Development's (DEED) application to establish the Teacher Registered Apprenticeship Program (T-RAP).”

Alaska passed a federal check that keeps its school funding system intact

“This certification recognizes that Alaska's school funding formula continues to meet the federal standard for equalization. Alaska's formula accounts for the unique challenges of educating students across a vast and diverse state, from remote rural communities to our largest cities, while supporting opportunities for all students.”

State board approves UAS master's program for Native language teachers

Rural students double FAFSA completion with one-on-one advising

“For many students, completing the FAFSA is the key that unlocks opportunities after high school”

Alaska News Roundup: Gas pipeline tax fight, Point Thomson trade-off, and McNeil River access debate

U.S. Education Secretary Tours Mat-Su Career and Charter Schools

Alaska Universities Report 73% Jump in Teacher Pipeline Enrollment

Alaska's tribal school compact bill navigates sovereignty and public education law

“Public education in Alaska has not done well for young people, especially Alaska Native people. And I hope you change that.”

Senate Education Committee Advances Opioid Awareness Bill, Hears Tribal School Compact Proposal

Alaska Overhauls School Construction Funding to Help Rural Districts Compete