District News

Embracing a diverse and changing society

The mission of the Fairbanks North Star Borough School District is to provide an excellent, equitable education in a safe, supportive environment so all students will succeed and contribute to a diverse and changing society. One of our core values is respect for the diversity and dignity of all.

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KIndergarten Roundup

Enroll your child in kindergarten for the 2019-20 school year! Kindergarten roundup is April 29-30, 2019, visit your neighborhood elementary school during that time for help with registration and for a free kindergarten readiness calendar. Visit www.k12northstar.org/kindergarten for more info about enrollment.

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UPDATED: North Pole High Student Discipline

As you may know, the school district has been in the news recently regarding male students attempting to enter the women’s bathroom at North Pole High and a female student who was involved. We cannot release all details related to this event - student disciplinary actions are confidential as a matter of law and district policy. However, the following is what we can share.

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North Pole students beautify their school with an art project for all seasons

The view on the way to math class at North Pole High School got a little brighter with colorful glass landscapes. Four lighted cases in the math wing stairwell show the four seasons in glass with layers of flowers, leaves, trees, insects, mountains and moose fused onto panels measuring two feet by four feet.

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First responders awarded for dedicated public service, putting lives at risk

Members of the community were honored over the weekend for their dedicated public service in roles that can put their lives at risk. The 'No One Left behind Banquet' was a night to honor first responders and their families for their service, dedication and pivotal roles they provide to the Fairbanks North Star Borough communities. Sarah Price, with North Pole High Schools JR-ROTC, shared how the students in the program strive to exemplify the same leadership skills of those being recognized.

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Student service project honors first responders

One of the recipients of the Outstanding First Responder Awards is a police officer who helped a young girl overcome a fear of police. The officer was nominated by the girl’s foster mother.

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