Northwest Arctic Borough School District

The meeting was held to address organizational matters for the Kobuk School, focusing on the mission and vision statements regarding student achievement and graduation readiness.

The Star of the Northwest Magnet School aims to address the need for specialized education in rural Alaska by providing students in grades 11-14 with curricula tailored to high-demand fields such as health care, resource development, and education. The school's strategy focuses on preparing rural students for careers and strengthening Alaska's workforce through specialized academic and vocational programs, partnerships with local institutions, and future dormitory housing. The intended outcome is to produce a stable foundation of long-term educators, healthcare providers, and technical experts who will remain in rural communities, thereby improving local economies and the quality of living.

The meeting included the approval of nominations for a teacher representative and the review and approval of the Indian Education Application for the upcoming fiscal year. Discussions were held regarding a district overview of educational programs, including Title I, Title II, Title IV, Title VI, Title VII, and Johnson-O'Malley programs. Additionally, the committee addressed funding for capacity building under the Johnson-O'Malley program and gathered feedback regarding the district's educational programs and student needs.

This document outlines the philosophy and goals of the Iñupiaq Program for the Northwest Arctic Borough School District. Its primary focus is the preservation and revitalization of Iñupiaq culture, heritage, and language. Key objectives include developing deep understanding and appreciation for Iñupiaq culture and values, fostering a lifelong journey of Iñupiaq language learning from understanding to literacy, valuing the wisdom of Elders, and promoting active participation in cultural preservation. The program aims to build student self-esteem, pride, and respect, enabling them to become bilingual, contributing members of both their local and global communities.

This document outlines Alaska's State Plan, specifically detailing the System for School Success as mandated by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). It describes how schools are evaluated based on indicators such as Academic Achievement, Academic Growth, Graduation Rate, English Learner Progress, Chronic Absenteeism, and Grade 3 English Language Arts proficiency. The plan further specifies the designation and intervention process for Comprehensive Support and Improvement - More Rigorous Interventions (CSI-MRI) schools, including requirements for school improvement plans, exit criteria, and available support resources to enhance student performance and adult practices.