HomeBRIDGE
December 3, 2025
PROGRESS REPORTS DUE THE WEEK OF DECEMBER 12
Reminder these reports are due and required for reimbursements to happen.
Progress Report training :
December 8 : 5:00 - 6:00pm
HomeBRIDGE office - Room 215, Teal Wing at TMMS
IMPORTANT INFORMATION : UNIVERSITY OF ALASKA DUAL ENROLLMENT - Grades 9 - 12
Each semester HomeBRIDGE must inform the University of Alaska which dual enrolled students courses are to be billed directly to HomeBRIDGE. If your student will be enrolling in the spring 2026 semester and you expect UA to bill HomeBRIDGE directly, please fill out the form at the link below.
Please remember the cost of the course does apply to the student's allotment. Please check your remaining allotment to be sure there is enough to cover the costs.
COLLEGE AND CAREER ASSESSMENT SELECTIONS - Grades 11 & 12 : Due December 15
The College and Career Readiness Assessment (CCRA), which include the ACT, SAT, and WorkKeys tests, selections are due December 15. The Juneau School District will pay for a single administration of either of the tests for 11th grade students. 12th grade students will need to pay for the assessment. Contact your teacher or counselor for more information.
ESSAY CONTEST - Grades 5 - 8 : Deadline December 15
Each year the Elks sponsor an Americanism essay contest open to 5th - 8th Grade -- each grade being judged separately. This year's theme is "What Does Service to Your Country Mean to You". Essays should be submitted to the local Elks Lodge on/before December 15, 2025 and can be mailed to the local lodge at: BPOE Juneau Lodge 420, 9321 Glacier Hwy, Juneau AK 99801. If you have questions contact Delores O'Mara at the lodge.
Links to the rules and contest cover sheet are below.
The Alaska Travel Industry Association (AITA) Foundation is pleased to announce that the application for its 2026 education scholarship program is now open. The ATIA Foundation provides 1-year scholarships to students enrolled or who intend to enroll in a program of study related to a career in tourism. Eligible high school and college students from across Alaska are encouraged to apply. The deadline to apply is January 31, 2026.
HORATIO ALGER ASSOC. SCHOLARSHIPS - Grades 11 & 12
The Horatio Alger Association seeks to provide scholarship assistance to deserving students who have demonstrated integrity, determination in overcoming adversity, academic potential, personal aspirations, strength of character, and financial need.
SENIORS opportunity :
$10,000 to $52,000 scholarships to specific colleges adn universitites across the US.
Deadline is February 15, 2026
JUNIORS opportunity :
$25,000 national scholarships and state $10,000 scholarships
Deadline is March 1, 2026
WORK WITH THE ALASKA LEGISLATURE
The Alaska House of Representatives is looking for interested individuals to serve as House floor staff for the second session of the 34th Alaska State Legislature. These are full-time, seasonal positions that run from January until early to mid-May,
Candidate must be at least 18 years old and hold an Alaska driver’s license with a clean driving record.
PIZZA FOR PLAY - December 7
Papa Murphy's will be donating 25% of proceeds on Sunday, December 7 to the DH Playground equipment fundraiser. To be sure you purchase is included, enter "Pizza for Play" as the code.
SNOWBALL SEMI-FORMAL DANCE
THEATER ALASKA PRESENTS "A CHRISTMAS CAROL" - Grades 7 & 8
This year's Any Given Child art presentation is Theater Alaska's performance of A Christmas Carol. This performance is open to HomeBRIDGE middle school students (7th & 8th grade) along with the 7th grade students from across the district. The performance will be at the TMMS auditorium on Thursday, December 18 at 10:15 AM. Please arrive by 10:00 AM.
JUNEAU SYMPHONY OUTREACH CONCERT - Grades 4 & 5 - Reservations Close December 20
The Juneau Symphony is pleased to invite you and your 4th and 5th student(s) to the annual Music in the Schools Link Up program - Friday, January 23, 2026, 10:00 - 11:00am at the JDHS Auditorium. Early RSVP is encouraged to ensure space and the deadline to reserve is Friday, December 20.
ROTARY YOUTH LEADERSHIP AWARDS - Grades 10 & 11
Rotary Youth Leadership Award is sponsored by Rotary International. It promotes the development and understanding of leadership principles. Students in grades 10 & 11 are encouraged to apply.
FREE FOR STUDENTS
Be Bright. Be Seen.
3rd Graders Skate Free
Third graders can skate FREE all season long at Treadwell Arena with the 3rd Grade Pass! From Open Skate to Family Skate, Stick N’ Puck to Pond Hockey — if it’s a public skate, they’re in. Don’t miss out on a whole season of fun.
5th Graders Ski Free
Eaglecrest's 5th Grade Passport includes free lift tickets for all Juneau area fifth grade students, plus on free lesson, and one free equipment rental. Additionally, beginner skiers and snowboarders may register for a free 2-day Passport Lesson Series.
Information is here: https://skieaglecrest.com/community/#passport
UPCOMING EVENTS
Gallery Walk
Friday, December 5, 4:00 - 8:00 PM
The Juneau Arts and Humanities Council and the Downtown Business Association welcome everyone to the unofficial start of the the Holiday Season.
A Christmas Carol
The Nutcracker
Friday through Sunday, December 5 - 7
At JDHS: Yadaa.at Kalé auditorium. Juneau Dance Theatre presents The Nutcracker
Snowball Semi-Formal Dance
DATES THIS MONTH
December 8 : Progress report training - 5:00 - 6:00pm
December 12 : Progress Reports are due
December 15 : Site Council Meeting
December 16 - 19 : MAPS testing
December 22 - January 2 : Winter Break
HomeBRIDGE office closed
REMINDERS
Site Council Meetings
Site Council meetings are the fourth Monday of the month - with some exceptions due to holidays and breaks. Meetings are at 5pm at HomeBRIDGE - Room D-215 at TMMS.
The next Site Council meeting is:
December 15* (early due to the Thanksgiving Holiday week)
Upcoming meeting dates:
January 26
February 23
March 30
April 27
May 18 *
Progress Reports
The next progress reports are due:
Week of December 12, 2025
Future Progress Reports are due:
Week of March 13, 2026
Week of May 8, 2026
Reimbursements Requests
Reimbursements are due every quarter. Next reimbursement request is due:
• No Later Than January 15, 2025 for purchases made October - December
Future requests are due:
• No Later Than April 15, 2026 for purchases made January - March
• No Later Than June 15, 2025 for purchases made March - June
Please remember these dates are firm.
Please note: Reimbursements will not be processed if quarterly report/progress report has not been submitted for your student(s).