May 1, 2026

It's been a great week to be a Colt!

"In the State Tournament this past weekend, Madeline Gration and Olivia Trejo tied for the Best Speakers' award. I am proud of all Colt Debaters who persevered and participated in each tournament --Ryin Holmes, Emmanuel Tillman, and Ava Siloterio! They improved enormously in writing and delivering their speeches!" - Mrs. Bondarenko, Debate Coach

If your student is NOT returning to ASD next year, whether because you're moving out of state or your student is transferring to a different school district in Alaska, here are two important steps to know:

Step 1: Notify Mrs. Christina! Mrs. Christina, our Registrar, will be able to provide you with the withdrawal process to ensure a smooth transition.

Step 2: Prepare your student to turn in their Chromebook at the end of the school year.

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Christina Kelly at 907-742-3609 or by email at kelly_christina@asdk12.org.

Request Records: https://anchorageak.scriborder.com/

This week at Gruening, we had a visitor in the form of a Spruce Grouse. Our office staff have been in touch with the Bird Treatment and Learning Center. They have asked us to please let it be. During this time of year, animals wake and start nesting, and it is believed that is what our friend is doing

Please join us on Tuesday, May 5, by wearing red in observance of Wear Red Day. On this day, we bring awareness to the many Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls.

By wearing red, we draw attention to a movement that seeks to honor those who have been affected by violence and to raise awareness about the ongoing issues surrounding the safety and rights of Alaska Native and Native American communities.

#wearred #MMIWG #MMIW #nomorestolensisters

5/4 - Track & Field Prelims, Begich Middle School, 2:00pm

5/5 - Track & Field All-Schools, Mears Middle School, 2:00pm

5/6 - Orchestra Concert (Intermediate & Advanced), Gruening MPR, 7:00pm

5/7 - Track & Field Championships, Dimond High School School, 2:00pm* New Location!

5/8 - Drama Project, Gruening MPR, 2:20-3:05pm

5/11 - All School Music Assembly

5/11 - Choir Concert, Gruening MPR, 7:00pm

5/13 - Choir Field Trip

5/13 - Band Concert (Intermediate & Advanced), Gruening MPR, 7:00pm

5/14 - Band Concert (Beginner), Gruening MPR, 7:00pm

5/8 - Field Trip Day - All Grades!

6th Grade Field Trip - Lion's Park

7th Grade Field Trip - Bear Tooth Pub

Skilak Field Trip - Center Bowl

Tazlina Field Trip - Eagle River Bowl

Activity Schedule:

Track & Field: Monday-Friday, 4:15-5:45pm

Softball: Every other Monday, and every Tuesday and Friday, 4:15-5:45pm

Homework Help: Monday-Thursday, 4:15-5:45pm

D&D: Mondays, 4:15-4:45pm

Jazz Band: Tuesday-Friday, 8:30-9:15am

Any adults looking to volunteer at Gruening must go through the Volunteer Application process.

*This process must be completed for each school you are wanting to volunteer at. For more questions, email patterson_elizabeth@asdk12.org.