Announcements

Lathrop football teammates become college teammates

Seniors Jaden Littell, left, and Juan Mendez pause after signing their National Letters of Intent with the Baldwin Wallace University football program during a signing ceremony Tuesday afternoon in the Lathrop High School library.

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District News

Cases of the flu increasing

School district nursing services department has reported an increase in cases of the flu among students and staff members.

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Seeking community input on draft 2020-2021 academic calendar options

The school district is seeking community input on two draft 2020-2021 academic calendar options. Complete the feedback survey by Feb. 8.

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School Board regular meeting start time changed

Beginning in January 2019, regular meetings of the Fairbanks North Star Borough Board of Education will start an hour earlier at 6 pm.

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Toys for Tots trots to Fairbanks: JROTC’s mission, bring toys to those in need

Bryan Johnson, a sophomore with the West Valley High School Marine Corps JROTC, was on a mission Sunday morning. He walked up and down the aisles of Fred Meyer West, looking for $10-$20 gifts that would interest girls ages 9-11.

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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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