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KPBSD celebrates the #ClassOf2018

Published on July 5, 2018 By Pegge Erkeneff

KPBSD celebrates our diverse schools and students! Be inspired by #Classof2018 graduates. “Congratulations to the class of 2018! I am 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!” – […]

David Sanarov, Voznesenka School #ClassOf2018

Published on July 3, 2018 By Pegge Erkeneff

David Sanarov Voznesenka School, Class of 2018 David Sanarov is the standout senior selected for 2017 – 2018 at Voznesenka School. He has game, humbleness, and an incredibly kind heart. David is the type of person that most of us want to aspire to become. David’s athleticism is an inherited family trait that did not […]

Desmond Moon, Tebughna School, #ClassOf2018

Published on July 3, 2018 By Pegge Erkeneff

Desmond Moon Tebughna School, Class of 2018 Desmond Moon is Tebughna School’s Student Body President. “But he is so much more than that—he is thoughtful, intelligent, patient, kind, fun to be around, a fabulous leader and a great role model,” said Principal Pamela Potter. Mr. Desmond says, “So many people helped me throughout my life. […]

Heleana Backus, Seward High School #ClassOf2018

Published on July 3, 2018 By Pegge Erkeneff

Heleana Backus Seward High School, Class of 2018 Heleana Backus was a member of the Seward High School Debate, Drama, and Forensics Team, Student Council, and the National Honor Society. However, she wrote that, “The most pivotal points in my development as a thinker and human being have happened in the English classroom.” It was […]

Olivia Delgado, Ninilchik School #ClassOf2018

Published on July 3, 2018 By Pegge Erkeneff

Olivia Delgado Ninilchik School, Class of 2018 Olivia Delgado graduated this year as the Valedictorian with a cumulative GPA of 4.0. She studied at Ninilchik School for 12 years and from sixth grade on always earned A grades. During her valedictorian speech, she talked about how it is important to move forward and learn from […]

Aaron McCollum, Nikiski Middle-High School #ClassOf2018

Published on July 3, 2018 By Pegge Erkeneff

Aaron McCollum Nikiski Middle-High School, Class of 2018 Aaron McCollum is a student who has positively influenced the staff, students and community of Nikiski. Aaron has excelled in academics, athletics, and leadership activities in his time at NMHS. He does not always do things the traditional way, which sums up his leadership activities. Aaron was […]

Verina Ukatish, Nanwalek School #ClassOf2018

Published on July 3, 2018 By Pegge Erkeneff

Verina Ukatish Nanwalek School, Class of 2018 Verina Ukatish is the Nanwalek Class of 2018 Valedictorian. When faced with life challenges, Verina takes those head on and most often with a smile. She is an excellent advocate for herself and a role model for her peers. She has worked in many youth and community programs, […]

Amber Bridgeman, Homer Flex School, Class of 2018

Published on July 3, 2018 By Pegge Erkeneff

Amber Bridgeman Homer Flex School, Class of 2018 During her junior year, due to unforeseen circumstances, Amber Bridgeman faced the tough decision to follow her family to Hawaii or stay in Alaska to complete her high school diploma. She opted to transfer to Homer Flex, and she made the most of her decision. Amber quickly […]

Suzanne LaBelle, Port Graham School #ClassOf2018

Published on June 27, 2018 By Pegge Erkeneff

Suzanne LaBelle Port Graham School, Class of 2018 Suzanne LaBelle is the Port Graham School Class of 2018 Valedictorian. Suzanne is compassionate and curious, traits that will serve her well in the future. When opportunities come Suzanne’s way, she rarely lets them go by without grabbing on. She has participated in numerous extracurricular leadership skills […]

Alexandrea Moseley, Homer High School #ClassOf2018

Published on June 26, 2018 By Pegge Erkeneff

Alexandrea “Alex” Moseley Homer High School, Class of 2018 Alexandrea Moseley, or Alex to her teammates, is continuing the Homer High School legacy of female wrestling. She started wrestling on a whim her sophomore year and liked it so much she stuck with it through adversity. Although she did not win many matches the first […]