School districts adopt standards and assessments for students in reading, writing and mathematics. Alaska Benchmark Examinations at the 3rd, 6th and 8th grades, and the Alaska High School Graduation Qualifying Examinations. Teachers and administrators are licensed based on standards. School districts base teacher and administrator evaluations on standards. Ongoing professional development is directly linked to improving student achievement in a results-based education system built on academic standards, assessment and accountability.
Communities develop partnerships to ensure that schools are safe and respectful places to learn.
Parents are active partners who have clear roles in results-based schools. State promotes partnerships between businesses, community groups, and government. Accreditation of schools based on state standards. School improvement planning is based on school standards.