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FNSB Assembly member, Savannah Fletcher, is leading the legal representation of plaintiffs suing the Mat-Su Borough School District.
Mayor Ward’s decision was formally announced at the October 26 reconvened assembly meeting.
Archaeologists answer community questions and display their research at the Museum of the North.
Resolutions from the Alaska Association of Student Governments fall conference shed light on the priorities of student government.
At the meeting, the community heard from Superintendent Luke Meinert, who discussed various issues facing the district.
34 schools from across the last frontier gathered in Fairbanks to discuss the most pressing issues they face at the 2023 AASG Fall Conference.
UAF tests the flight safety of drones as they work to create a commercial cargo drone industry that could help rural Alaskan communities.
Construction Teacher Steven Ratzlaff receives award from Harbor Freight Tools For Schools.
FNSBSD school board addresses grants from the federal government, the needs of military students, and contract amendments for Boreal Sun Charter School.
The University of Alaska Museum of the North invited local educators to a free night of food and networking, where teachers could learn what the museum has to offer as a collaborative partner.
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The Starvation Gulch bonfire at UAF has continued for 100 years, a long standing tradition "even by university standards.
The three were selected for scholarships as part of an Flight Academy program for students who are members of the Air Force Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps.
The agenda includes the potential recognition of Indigenous Peoples Day and LGBTQ History Month.
A celebration of achievement was hosted to acknowledge rural youth.
After facing lost funds, the school district worked hard to fill out gaps in funding to approve the budget.
Educators, support staff, legislators and the new superintendent rallied together to show opposition to the cuts made to education funding.
At the location, a room for teens and children carries books to browse through, and provides an opportunity for children’s programming.
School district to change budget after education funding is cut in half.
The library is closed for 10 months, which started at the beginning of May, while the work is completed.
Melin speaks on successes made during hard times.
The first interview will take place on June 12, with the series wrapping up on August 7.
There are still available spaces in many of the camps that began on May 22 and run through August 11.
The project included new flooring and paint, and windows that trap in heat better.
The City of Fairbanks has again fallen victim to a hoax concerning an active shooter in a local school.
The Fairbanks North Star Borough School District reduces staff lay offs with proposed FY-24 budget.
The National AfterSchool Association chose Weaver as one of its 2023 Next Generation of Afterschool Leaders.
The Veterinary Medicine Department at the University of Alaska Fairbanks implements virtual reality into courses.
The Biden administration has given approval for three out of the proposed five drilling sites in the National Petroleum Reserve - Alaska.
Pitney sounded a positive note for developments in the university system going forward.
The FNSBSD School Board has appointed Assistant Superintendent Luke Meinert to lead the school district for the 2023-2024 school year.
The final interviews for the superintendent position will occur on Saturday, February 18.
Mediation has helped to move negotiations forward, but a change in mediators has caused delays.
The University of Alaska released their first of four annual reports focused on the Arctic Policy Act of 2015.
The Fairbanks North Star Borough School District is set to see decreased funds for the 2023-2024 school year as multiple fiscal resources are depleted.
Elizabeth Griswold, General Manager at Pike’s Waterfront Lodge, explains, “We don’t want this just to be for hotel guests. This is a free exhibit.”
Supreme Court LIVE provides students an in person opportunity to view judicial review and learn about the judicial branch.
Staff at Denali elemnetary has narrowed the achievement gap between students of different socio-economic status.
Unions for educators and support staff say that the school district doesn't do enough to support their work.
Wage increase, program expansion and faculty expansion are planned goals for the university system.
In a joint press release on Monday, November 7, the two groups agreed that the situation needs a mediator going forward.
FNSBSD is one of 45 military-connected educational facilities across the U.S. to receive the grant.
The school district's North Star Middle College is expanding student capacity and eligibility, and undergoing a change in designation.
North Pole High School has been recognized by ESPN and Special Olympics for their dedication to inclusion in sports and other activities.
Chief School Administrator for the Fairbanks North Star Borough School District elaborates on challenges impacting contract negotiations with education staff unions.
Candidates outlined their visions for the direction of the school board.
A new student debt relief plan is expected to help 40 million borrowers nationwide who have taken out federal student loans.
A hallway at the International Arctic Research Center carries a new striped design showcasing the arctic’s climate year-by-year since 1900, a window into the region’s past.
The University of Alaska Fairbanks Geophysical Institute partners with Green Star of Interior Alaska to teach students drone technology at three schools across Alaska.
The plan totals $238 million, including about $12 million in CARES Act money.