Michael Robbins

The meeting addressed several key areas, including updates from the principal and superintendent, federal programs, student and board reports, and budget considerations. Discussions covered the STEM and CTE teaching programs, personnel changes, dormitory construction, and energy efficiency grants. The board also considered a school photography contract, a business management services contract with LPSD, and a pre-elementary grant for a pre K-4 program. Additionally, the board discussed the leasing of space to Little Angels Academy for a childcare center and parental controls for students' technology use.

The Naknek Elementary School Improvement Plan for the years 2024-2026 focuses on three main goals: implementing a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) framework for literacy and positive behavior interventions and supports (PBIS), developing sustainable organizational systems, and embedding culturally relevant and place-based education into regular instruction. The plan uses data-driven decision making to address student needs, particularly in literacy and behavior. It emphasizes collaboration among staff, parents, and the community to create a supportive and culturally responsive learning environment. Specific strategies include implementing MTSS and PBIS frameworks, providing professional development for staff, utilizing evidence-based instructional practices, and incorporating culturally relevant and place-based learning experiences into the curriculum. The plan aims to improve student achievement, particularly for the lowest-achieving students, and to foster a strong sense of community and belonging.

The Bristol Bay Borough School District (BBBSD) plan focuses on providing a high-quality, well-rounded education for all students, with a strong emphasis on cultural relevance, social-emotional learning, and family engagement. Key areas include: developing and implementing a well-rounded program of instruction aligned to state standards; identifying students at risk for academic failure using multiple screening tools and a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS); providing additional educational assistance through personalized interventions and support services; strengthening academic programs and improving school conditions; coordinating and integrating academic and career and technical education (CTE) content; ensuring equitable access to excellent educators by addressing disparities in teacher assignments and ensuring certified teachers and paraprofessionals; building the capacity of teachers and fostering teacher leadership; improving educators' skills in identifying and serving students with specific learning needs; supporting homeless children and youth through comprehensive services and collaboration with community agencies; and implementing effective parent and family engagement strategies. The plan also details strategies for supporting foster care children, ensuring their educational stability and expedited enrollment.

The Bristol Bay Jr./Sr. High School Title I Schoolwide Plan addresses key areas needing improvement, including reading/language arts instruction, mathematics instruction, and support for students with disabilities. The plan focuses on implementing tiered interventions, improving family engagement, and enhancing professional development to improve student achievement, particularly for low-achieving students. Specific goals include implementing tiered instruction in reading and math, increasing student growth in these areas, and improving parent involvement. The plan utilizes various data sources, including MAP assessments and observations, to measure progress and make data-driven decisions for continuous improvement.