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New Student interviews for the 2025-2026 School Year. A second round of interviews will be coming in August.

Graduation 4:30 pm

End of Rotation

Sources of Strength Week

Kentrell was selected by the Staff at Kenai Alternative as April Student of the Month.

I want to mention first how proud I am of how well the Students of Kenai Alternative represented themselves at the last Board meeting. It was very special to see. Especially knowing the determination and courage it took many of my students to overcome their personal fears and anxieties to stand up and speak on the school’s behalf. GREAT JOB!

Secondly, I would like to thank Sharon Fishel at the Alaska Department of Education for accepting my request for $6,800 to fund a third round of After School Academy. Students access the Academy to take Culinary Arts and Visual Art classes.

We are running the next set of student interviews for next year. Interviews are set for May 12th to the 22nd. If you know of any students interested, please encourage them to call. And to add to that, we are building a set of student and parent testimonials to link to our web site. If you are interested in telling your story about what made the Alt a great place for you or your student, please let me know or send me a video.

In this newsletter I am highlighting the work of our Journalism class as they produce a student-driven paper. I hope you enjoy.

We do not have a full time counselor at this time and are looking forward to searching for one in the coming months.

Shannon Dodge and her crew from Kenitze are here every Wednesday to help with career planning, resume writing, interview assistance, and general mentorship. Please don't hesitate to stop in.

Middle College has opened and is taking applications. They are anticipating 5 openings. If you are interested act quickly to get on the waiting list.

Job Center opportunity. We will be setting up a presentation and a visit for a small group of students to the Job Center across the street.

Home Town?

Kenai

What is your favorite Holliday and why?

I don't have a favorite because they are tied to bad experiences.

Most influential Person?

Mr. Jacob Doth. He supported me the entire time I was at Nikiski High School.

What do you like most about Kenai Alternative?

The density of the classes.

What advice do you have for future students at the Alt?

Show up on time.

What are your future plans / Goals / Next Steps?

Joining the military to become a mechanic.

Home Town?

Nikiski, AK

What is your favorite Holliday and why?

Halloween, because it's a holiday that's acceptable to hangout with friends and I love the Fall.

Most Influential Person?

My Dad because through everything he continues to try his best and be a good influence..

What do you like most about Kenai Alternative?

The relationships I've made.

What advice do you have for future students at the Alt?

Communicate and use the recourses your given.

What are your future plans / Goals / Next Steps?

Graduate, go to college, move out of Alaska, and do what makes me happy.

The application for the 2024-25 free and reduced lunches are open now. Please take a moment to fill out this form if you haven't done so already - please note that this form is also part of the online forms on the District webpage. If you need to add money to your student's lunch account, you can do so through PowerSchool or by sending cash or a check in with your student.. Pricing is below.

Breakfast

· Students approved for Free and Reduced meals: $0.00

· Students K-12: $2.50

· Adults: $3.00 excluding milk

· Second meal: $3.00

Lunch

· Students approved for Reduced meals: $0.40

· Students 7-12: $4.00

· Adults: $5.50 excluding milk

· Secondary second meal: $4.50

The Safe School Helpline is provided to allow students, parents, and community members the ability to confidentially submit reports of threats of violence, suicide, bullying, or illegal activity that impact KPBSD schools, students, or staff. This service provides users the opportunity to leave a message or speak with a live crisis counselor for immediate needs. The helpline is administered by an independent, outside company. All communications remain private, confidential, and anonymous.

Four Ways to Report to the Safe School Helpline:

Call: 1-800-418-6423 or 1-800-4-1-VOICE (Ext. 359)

Text: TIPS to 614-426-0240

Online: SafeSchoolHelpline.com

Mobile App: Download FREE on the App Store or Google Play

Your message will be communicated with school officials. All information will remain anonymous to encourage the reporting of all safety concerns. Your report will be assigned a case number, which you may use later to confirm that your report was received.

*The Safe School Helpline does not replace 911. Please call 911 if you know an emergency is actively occurring.