Soldotna, October 14, 2020 “It is with great sadness that we learned one of our long-time Nanwalek School staff members has died during a house fire on Tuesday. Our hearts go out to Jim Reinseth, his family, friends, and the staff, students, and community of Nanwalek where he has been an educator since 2007. We […]
Nanwalek School Uriah Joseph Huntsman, Class of 2019 “Uriah Joselh Huntsman is an exceptional young man; well respected by his classmates, teachers, administrators, and community,” said Principal Crain. He attended grades K-12 at Nanwalek School and ended his last quarter with a 4.0 GPA, and cumulative 3.11. He was the class president for student council […]
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, […]
School principal authors free interactive eBook to showcase 1:1 iPad initiative Free eBook! Inspiring New Ways of Learning at Nanwalek School Learning leaders in Nanwalek, a small village on the southern tip of the Kenai Peninsula, across the bay from Homer, Alaska, published Inspiring New Ways of Learning at Nanwalek School. The free interactive digital book […]
Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Golden Apple Award | May 7, 2018 Principal Nancy Kleine, Nanwalek and Port Graham Schools As a consummate advocate for her students and schools, Mrs. Nancy Kleine is quick to brag about her student’s latest accomplishments, which is usually accompanied by a tour of the building. As a colleague, Nancy […]
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 […]
Lavrentie Ukatish, Nanwalek School Lavrentie Ukatish, or Larry, as most know him, will be going on to the University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA) to pursue his professional piloting credentials. Flying and taking a boat are the only two ways into his village of Nanwalek so Larry understands first-hand the important role bush pilots play for […]
In Nanwalek, Alaska, Sean Moonin, a second grade student has proven that if you set your mind to doing something–even something unlikely—it can be done. Through his leadership and perseverance, Mrs. Kara Fraser’s second and third grade class earned 48 “Eagle Days” in 2015-2016. “Eagle Days” are a motivational strategy that Nanwalek School uses to […]
Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Contact: Pegge Erkeneff, 907.714.8888 News Release iPads bring dynamic learning opportunity to Nanwalek Soldotna, August 17, 2015—Palpable excitement is in the air today at Nanwalek School, where 80 kindergarten through twelfth grade students anticipate receiving their own Apple iPad on Tuesday August 18, 2015. A year in the planning, the […]
Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Golden Apple Award | November 3, 2014 James Reinseth, Educator Dr. Atwater encourages us to teach students to be conscientious, resilient, and prudent. Mr. James Reinseth, a devoted K-1 teacher at Nanwalek School, exemplifies these qualities while also teaching them to his students through a culture of respect, high expectations, and […]