Lower Kuskokwim School District

Following the FDC authorization and CDC recommendations for Covid vaccinations for 5-11, YKHC will be holding vaccination clinics in our schools.

LKSD regional board president, Clarence Daniel, was honored as the 2022 recipient of the Don McKinnon Educational Excellence and Human Recognition Award at the annual Alaska Superintendent's Conference.

LKSD now has weekly Covid-19 case data for our schools available on our website. This COVID HUB also has our Mitigation Plan and Close Contact Action Plan.

Tess Guinn and members of the VFW Auxiliary 10041 post recently presented Superintendent Hankins with a $5,000 donation check to LKSD for COVID-related PPE and supplies. Thank you!

Your efforts to lead and keep schools, students, and staff safe during the pandemic are appreciated beyond measure. You go above and beyond, every day! Happy National Principal's Month!

What steps is LKSD taking to keep our schools safe and open? How can you help with our mitigation efforts? Please see Superintendent Hankin's letter and safety reminders below.

Congratulations to Jeffrey Behselich of Joann Alexie Memorial School, Atmautluak, one of our LKSD Teachers of the Year.

Congratulations to Beverly Chmielarczyk, of Bethel Regional High School, one of our Teachers of the Year!

Take Wing "Tengluni" is a program to explore options for education and training after high school. The application deadline has been extended to October 4 and is open to all LKSD juniors.

Congratulations to Matthew Enoch of Nunapitchuk, the first recipient of the annual Victor Kanrilak Memorial School Community Advocate Award.

Superintendent Hankins shares the results of the Best Practices Safety Audit that was presented at our most recent Board meeting. Please tune in to KYUK this Friday where she will be joined by Dr. Barry who conducted the audit.

Superintendent Hankins shares important information, updates, and announcements on our return to school policies and procedures, fall sports, and our upcoming board meeting on Thursday night.

​We are excited for the new school year and the return to full-day, in-person instruction for students five days a week. Please read Superintendent Hankin's letter for more information.

Have questions about the LKSD plan for the re-opening of schools for full in-person learning this Fall? A Smart Start Plan for Fall 2021 and more information is available below.

As we finish our 2020-2021 school year we honor all of our graduates. Recognizing that all our graduates have their own stories of the experiences that have shaped them, we give you a glimpse into the experiences of two graduates in a recent LKSD Live interview.

GCI is providing free Internet to Alaskans in need as part of the Emergency Broadband Benefit Program. This FCC program will provide access to qualifying household struggling to pay for Internet service during the pandemic.

LKSD is collaborating with YKHC on a plan for students to safely return to school and extracurricular activities full time, in-person this Fall. Vaccination plays an important role in our planning. Please read the YKHC letter below.

Superintendent Hankin's May 10 school update letter addresses Fall planning, vaccinations, and the return of athletics.

The American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act makes relief funds available to school districts. LKSD is seeking input on the use of these funds.

Happy Staff and Teacher Appreciation Week to all LKSD employees!

YKHC has recently released an Official Advisory of Formal Recommendations for School Districts that updates their recommendations for safe delivery of in-person instruction in our schools based on the new CDC guidance.

We are all working hard to ensure the transition to in-person school is safe and seamless. Please read Superintendent Kimberly Hankins reopening update letter. Thank you for helping us protect our students and community.

With our Bethel schools reopening there will no longer be bus delivery. You can pick up meals at Ayaprun, Mon-Fri, 4:30-6 pm.

Parents, please take time to provide the district input on our Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) title programs, key measures, general education programs, and activities by completing our survey.

The Ready Department would like to invite all 9-12 students, parents, teachers, and administrators to a Zoom Open House to learn more about the Ready program.

LKSD is committed to protecting students. Please read our Best Practices Safety Audit Update from Superintendent Hankins.

Bethel parents and guardians, preparing to send your students back to school and who will be using LKSD bussing, these bus schedules and protocols are effective Monday, March 15.

As LKSD begins welcoming students back for in-person learning, our food service program in Bethel will change.

The Lower Kuskokwim Administrator’s Association (LKAA) is granting up to four $1,000 scholarships for any past graduate of an LKSD high school pursuing a degree in the field of education. Graduating high-school seniors may also apply.

Back to school update from Superintendent Hankins discusses the plan to bring students back to school safely.

February is Black History Month. Join us in celebrating the important role of Black Americans in our history.

February is School Board Appreciation Month. We are very grateful for the important contributions board members make to our communities.

Superintendent Hankin's Back to School Letter, Feb. 4, 2021

LKSD Live is a regular Facebook Live Zoom event connecting people from around our district in a discussion of educational themes.

Take Wing "Tengluni" is a program for juniors to explore options for education and training after high school. Apply by March 8.

ANSEP is offering virtual opportunities for our middle school students to connect with other students statewide and explore STEM topics and careers. Sign up now!

Bethel meal delivery begins next week, January 12. Please see our new flier and note the new link for preordering meals.

At the end of this challenging semester we look back with gratitude for the hard work of our community, teachers, health care, students and families. Please see the attached letter from Superintendent Kimberly Hankins.

Based on the current COVID-19 infection rate and YKHC recommendations, all schools within the district will remain at high risk/remote learning through the end of the current semester.

LKSD has reached a settlement with the insurer following the 2015 fire that destroyed Kilbuck School. The agreement paves the way for completing the design and beginning construction of a new school.

An update on our continued efforts to create and maintain a safe learning environment for all members of the LKSD community at all times.

Based on the current COVID-19 infection rate in the Y-K Delta and the latest guidance from YKHC, LKSD has decided that all schools within the district will continue with remote learning through at least Friday, November 20.