KPBSD District Stories

Terence Paul Swenning | Nanwalek School #Classof2017

Posted by on July 13, 2017 at 10:31 am

Terence Paul Swenning Nanwalek School Class of 2017 Terence Paul Swenning is an inspiring graduate with exceptional determination, talent, and perseverance. Rather than taking a solely academic route through his schooling, Terence has demonstrated the ability to finish school with attention to academics, artistry, and athletics. Balanced with determination, Terence moves into the world with […]

Emily Koziczkowski | Kenai Central High School #Classof2017

Posted by on July 12, 2017 at 4:50 pm

Emily Koziczkowski Kenai Central High School Class of 2017 Emily Koziczkowski is a shining example of how life’s challenges shape who we become. Emily’s yearbook quote: “Life’s a climb but the view is great” exemplifies her approach to her education. She took the most rigorous classes offered at Kenai Central and still excelled. When she […]

Azary Reutov | Kachemak-Selo School #Classof2017

Posted by on July 12, 2017 at 2:19 pm

Azary Reutov Kachemak-Selo School Class of 2017 One of Azary Reutov’s most notable traits is his positivity. He is cheerful and supportive of classmates and a natural leader in school and out. His ready sense of humor, combined with his willingness to work hard, make him sought after as a teammate and friend. As an […]

Ben Peck | Hope School #Classof2017

Posted by on July 12, 2017 at 2:15 pm

Class of 2017 Ben Peck Hope School Ben Peck grew up in the small town of Hope, and attended Hope K-12 School which means that Ben spent most of his time in school with a wide variety of students ranging in age from kindergarten through high school. Not a normal high school for most young […]

Juan Sarmiento | Homer High School #Classof2017

Posted by on July 12, 2017 at 11:39 am

Class of 2017 Juan Sarmiento Homer High School As a very limited-English speaker newly in the United States, Juan Sarmiento wasn’t sure of the question when he was asked if he wanted to take algebra or geometry. Someone told him that geometry was more advanced, so that’s what he requested. That night he went home […]

Larion Kuzmin | Homer Flex School #Classof2017

Posted by on July 12, 2017 at 10:53 am

Class of 2017 Homer Flex School Larion Kuzmin Larion enrolled at Homer Flex his sophomore year, focused on receiving a high school diploma. A Russian Old Believer who has captained his own commercial boat since he was 14, Larion brought with him the tenacity and resolve acquired through years of gillnetting in Cordova. As an […]

Patrick Napier, Connections Homeschool, #Classof2017

Posted by on July 11, 2017 at 6:16 pm

Class of 2017 Connections Homeschool Patrick Napier [Connections Homeschool] Using dual credit and Jumpstart opportunities at Kenai Peninsula College (KPC), Patrick Napier earned 33 college credits over the last two years. Approximately one third of Patrick’s high school credits were taken through our Connections Homeschool dual credit program. Patrick’s GPA while earning college credits was […]

KPBSD Class of 2017 Graduate Profiles

Posted by on June 27, 2017 at 12:42 pm

KPBSD celebrates our diverse schools and students! Be inspired by #Classof2017 graduates–follow the links to read the rest of the story! Patrick Napier [Connections Homeschool] Using dual credit and Jumpstart opportunities, Patrick Napier earned 33 college credits over the last two years. He’s traveled to 20 countries, and works to become a good global citizen. For […]

KPBSD Class of 2017 Graduations

Posted by on May 22, 2017 at 1:56 pm

“Congratulations to the class of 2017! I’m very proud to send another high caliber group of young people into their future. I wish all of our graduates the best and look forward to seeing the positive difference they will make in the world!” –Superintendent Sean Dusek Class of 2017 Graduation Dates & Times Thursday, May […]

Budget Update: Borough Assembly discussing FY18 funding

Posted by on May 15, 2017 at 3:04 pm

The Borough Assembly proposed and passed (5-4) an amendment that had the effect of reducing the amount of funding available to KPBSD for use in the classroom by $138,052. The State of Alaska has not yet determined funding for public education. Mayor Navarre proposed to increase the borough funding appropriation to KPBSD by $1.5 million […]