This summer, July 8th through12th, was the first-ever Employment Summer Skills Camp. Held at Gateway to the Arctic, eligible students ages 15 to 22, spent the week learning various life skills. Some of which included basic agricultural skills, carpentry skills, wilderness safety skills, and culinary skills. In addition to the skill of the day, students…
The Alaska Governor’s Council on Disabilities and Special Education would like your comments, suggestions, and feedback on the 2017 Amendment to the 2017-2021 State Plan. Every year the council has an opportunity to revise and update the 5-year state plan. While the goals are the same, this year some of the objectives have been revised…
Opportunity to Comment on Draft of ESSA State Plan is Extended to May 28 The Department of Education and Early Development (DEED) is seeking public comment on the first draft of the state plan to implement the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), the new federal education law. ESSA provides states with greater flexibility than the…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Victoria Shanklin Communications and Outreach Manager victorias@stonesoupgroup.org Main: 907-561-3701 Direct: 907-792-3404 Special Education law and advocacy training coming to Alaska With the anticipated closure of Mount Iliamna Elementary and anticipated changes to our education system, there is no better time to bring the Wrightslaw Training to our state. Wrightslaw is a…
There will be opportunities to meet with legislatures across Alaska in February and March! If you are involved with special education this is a good opportunity to let your voice be heard. Active Surveys: Some legislators are conducting weekly surveys, links in their newsletters Rep. Matt Claman http://akhouse.org/claman/survey/index.php Rep. Paul Seaton http://akhouse.org/rep_seaton/survey/
