Deena Bishop

A new state program is lifting Alaska's worst-in-the-nation aid filing rate

State review of Mt. Edgecumbe wraps up, recommendations to come

Alaska moves to cut library and museum rules, over public objections

Alaska's youngest students are improving in math and reading. Older grades aren't.

“In general, we are not where we need to be with student learning. The results show some progress in student achievement, with a clear upward trend in grades 3–5. At the same time, achievement in Alaska’s higher grades remains relatively flat, underscoring the need for continued focus on preparing students for their next steps in education and the workforce.”

Alaska nonprofits can now apply to grant K-12 scholarships under a new federal tax credit

“We want Alaska organizations thinking now about the students they can serve and the partnerships they can build.”

Alaska says 4,264 fewer K-3 students ended the year reading at the lowest level

“While we take time now to celebrate the progress in early literacy, we know long-term success requires consistency and sustained effort. Improving student achievement is a marathon, not a sprint or an education fad.”

The Presidential Fitness Test is coming back to Alaska schools, with $1.15 million behind it

“With this emphasis placed back on well-being, our students will be afforded the opportunity to both learn and live well.”

A new federal tax credit will let Alaskans fund K-12 scholarships, and nonprofits can start signing up now

“We want Alaska organizations thinking now about the students they can serve and the partnerships they can build.”

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