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#iAmKPBSD Outstanding Students | Distance Learning

Published on November 9, 2016 By Pegge Erkeneff

Meet #iAmKPBSD outstanding Distance Learning education students, Fall 2016 Annie Quinn Soldotna High School Distance Class: Computer Applications Distance Teacher: Darren Jones “Annie Quinn completed all three computer applications courses this year earning her six college credits from Kenai Peninsula College. Annie has a great work ethic, time management skills and has demonstrated outstanding computer skills.” […]

Two KPBSD educators named Alaska Teacher of the Year finalists!

Published on October 22, 2016 By Pegge Erkeneff

Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Contact: Pegge Erkeneff, 907.714.8888 News Release Two KPBSD educators are Teacher of the Year finalists   Soldotna, October 22, 2016—KPBSD is so proud! Two of the three finalists for the Alaska Teacher of the Year make a difference every day in our district. Join us to celebrate Stephanie Cronin, Seward […]

Kayla Haeg | Soldotna High School #Classof2016

Published on June 21, 2016 By Pegge Erkeneff

Soldotna High School Kayla Haeg Soldotna High School’s valedictorian Kayla Haeg holds deep pride in her choice to take full advantage of the many opportunities and courses offered at Soldotna High School. She often found that the knowledge she gained in diverse courses extended across multiple academic disciplines and well beyond the classroom. “After spending […]

James Knoebel | 2016 BP Teacher of Excellence

Published on May 6, 2016 By Pegge Erkeneff

James Knoebel – Soldotna High School 2016 BP Teacher of Excellence “Every day I am inspired by the students I work with,” said James Knoebel. “Their persistence, resilience, and steadfastness to overcome barriers push me to be a better educator and person. I am appreciative of my team members at SoHi that support me as […]

Soldotna High School student council addresses education funding

Published on April 9, 2015 By Pegge Erkeneff

On April 9, 2015, the Soldotna High School Student Council sent a letter to Alaska legislators in response to proposed reductions to education funding. Dear Senators and Representatives, We, the students of Soldotna High School Student Council would like to address the current status of HB72 as it stands on April 8, 2015. We are […]

SALT offers flexibility and individuality, a bedrock for success

Published on February 28, 2015 By Pegge Erkeneff

Soldotna Alternative (SALT) is new program at Soldotna High School designed to serve primarily juniors and sophomores who are at risk of dropping out or not graduating from high school on time. SALT enables students to earn credits at an accelerated rate through an individualized learning experience, smaller class size and an altered school schedule. […]

SoHi students construct building #skills

Published on February 28, 2015 By Pegge Erkeneff

The Soldotna High School Construction class is building a 20 foot by 30 foot storage building near the new track and field area. Students assisted with the cement pour and will do the rest of the project from the slab up under the direct supervision and instruction of their teacher Mr. Doug Gordon. Construction is […]

SoHi serves up Family and Consumer Science classes

Published on February 28, 2015 By Pegge Erkeneff

Soldotna High School is a leader in Family and Consumer Sciences, offering six courses: Nutrition, Culinary Arts, Child Development, Interior Design, Interpersonal Relationships, and Independent Living. Many of these classes have articulation agreements with the University of Alaska where students can earn college credit. They also earn certifications in First Aid, CPR, AED, ServSafe, and […]

Soldotna High School freshmen iNspire

Published on April 3, 2014 By Pegge Erkeneff

Freshmen students at Soldotna High School (SoHi) discovered a new resource to find inspiration: themselves. Soldotna English teacher Matt Walton recently designed a website specifically to showcase freshmen students who achieve success in academics, sports, or extra-curricular activities, overcome a personal challenge, or perform a good deed. Walton says, “I wanted to design an inspirational […]

Soldotna 7-12 grade schools reconfiguration

Published on November 8, 2013 By Pegge Erkeneff

News Release Advisory Committee recommendations for Soldotna schools 7-12 grade reconfiguration Soldotna, November 8, 2013—The Soldotna area 7-12 grade schools Advisory Committee completed its work and presented recommendations to the KPBSD Board of Education during a work session on November 4, 2013. Last spring, the school board voted to reconfigure the three Soldotna area secondary […]