The First Session of the 22nd Alaska Legislature adjourns May 8, and legislative activity is picking up. Governor Knowles held a press conference this week to highlight his end of session priorities. People claim they're putting more money into education. But that is a trick. It's not reality.
Legislators appear willing to increase funding for public education.
Visit with lawmakers at the Legislative Fly-In, receive an update on the operating and capital budgets and other legislation, and discuss strategies to reach school board goals. The AASB Spring Boardsmanship Academy will focus on the division of responsibility between the school board and superintendent. It's not too late to register for both events. For the first time in five years the average teacher salary in Alaska is on the rise. The increase comes at a time when local and state policymakers are considering new ways to attract and retain quality teachers in Alaska.