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BEST Homeschool Families
are invited to a Spring Trail Hike!
Families will meet promptly at
1:15 PM on Tuesday, April 2, 2019.
RSVP to Fairbanks BEST at 452-2000 x11204 and we will
provide directions to the trail.
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Welcome NEW HOMESCHOOL STUDENTS!
Fairbanks BEST Homeschool Spring Open House is
Friday, April 26 12:00-4:00 PM
Please explore this page!
You may also call 452-2000 x11201 for information and to schedule an
appointment to create the Individual Learning Plan
for your students to enroll in Homeschool.
*Alaska state law requires current immunization records to enroll in school.*
*Please schedule student immunization appointments over the summer!*
(*Notarized Religious Exemption Forms must be updated each year to enroll*)
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Check Out this Website for free student help: tutor.com/Alaska. Student assistance from noon to 2:00 AM after students set up an account.
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Graduating High School Seniors:
Senior Coursework Completion Date is APRIL 26!
BEST Homeschool Commencement Ceremony is
*Wednesday, May 15 at 7:00 PM! *
Mandatory Graduation Rehearsal,
Cap and Gown Pickup and Lunch at 12:30 PM Wednesday
Ceremony and Reception will be held at West Valley High School Performing Arts Center
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HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS:
Here is a link to some Financial Aid and Scholarship sites. There are many scholarships available across the country.
COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS!
Check out this site: https://www.k12northstar.org/Page/6580
Fairbanks Emblem Club scholarship applications are due by March 1, 2019!
Another great page is the Student Opportunities page.
https://www.k12northstar.org/Page/7900
(This page lists things like summer jobs, summer camps, and internships.)
Also:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1ZX9iDyT55zQ2aE3qRqI_nKthlqRZEZSAl9mQddyJLHg/edit#gid=0
Also: there is great information about scholarships at http://jlvcollegecounseling.com/scholarships
For Military connected students, see this website: https://www.k12northstar.org/Page/6435
Welding, Electrical or Construction Trades Apprenticeship applications are available now! Apply early. Space is limited.
Please call if you need more information. 452-2000 x11201 or 452-2000 x11538.
The three choices of apprenticeship application packets are available at:
https://www.k12northstar.org/domain/1089
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McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Assistance Act
If your family lives in any of the following situations:- In a shelter, motel, vehicle, or campground
- On the street
- In an abandoned building, trailer, or other inadequate accommodations, or
- Doubled up with friends or relatives because you cannot find or afford housing
Contact - Leona McDaniels (907) 452-2000 ext. 11431 or Sarah Emmal 1-877-854-5437. -
Support for Military Students and Families from DoDEA, through
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PERFORMANCE EVALUATION OF ALASKA'S SCHOOLS (PEAKS)
Assessments for students in Grades 3 through 10.
BEST Homeschool TESTING FOR ALL STUDENTS:
Tuesday, April 2 through Friday, April 5 9:00 AM to 12:00 noon.
Please arrive at the BEST office at 8:45 AM!
More information available at www.k12northstar.org/Page/6352
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Advocate for Students
If you are interested in advocating for students, schools, and the school district, visit k12northstar.org/advocate for resources.
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Celebrate Music in Our Schools Month
The Fairbanks North Star Borough School District will be commemorating “Music in OurSchools Month” in March. Below is a list of performances planned around the district to celebrate music education.
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Cases of the flu increasing
School district nursing services department has reported an increase in cases of the flu among students and staff members.
