We hope everyone has had a wonderful and restful summer! Here is the 2025-2026 AISD School Calendar again- please click the link if you'd like a version to download: https://5il.co/3kii9
See you in a few weeks!
#aisd #aisdproud #schoolcalendar #annetteislandschooldistrict #metlakatla #alaska #wayiwah
See you in a few weeks!
#aisd #aisdproud #schoolcalendar #annetteislandschooldistrict #metlakatla #alaska #wayiwah
Save the date! 🗓️
The Richard Johnson Elementary Winter Concert will be held on Tuesday, December 9th
at 6:00 pm at Metlakatla High School!
PreK-5th Grade Students will present folk songs from various cultures during a concert which will celebrate the singing, dancing, and instrument playing skills our students are developing. See you there!
#rjes #richardjohnsonelementary #metlakatla #alaska #musiceducation #winterconcert
The Richard Johnson Elementary Winter Concert will be held on Tuesday, December 9th
at 6:00 pm at Metlakatla High School!
PreK-5th Grade Students will present folk songs from various cultures during a concert which will celebrate the singing, dancing, and instrument playing skills our students are developing. See you there!
#rjes #richardjohnsonelementary #metlakatla #alaska #musiceducation #winterconcert
Check this out!
The Watchmen Youth Leaders Training held last month was centered around vaping, peer pressure strategies, and had training & certification to administer Narcan. Thank you to our PC Cares Trainers (Promoting Community Conversations about Research to End Suicide) Ian McCarthy & Mary McEwan.
They also discussed starting a Metlakatla "Not Buying it" movement that partners with the State's program.
https://alaskaquitline.com/not-buying-it/
We had 22 students extremely interested in attending the event and reserved seats. These 7 completed the program and were acknowledged at our Red Ribbon Week Assembly on October 31st. In partnership with The Metlakatla Police Department, we are so proud of these Young Leaders and their commitment to keep our community and school safe and goal oriented. Luk'wil aam dzapsm!
#aisd #aisdproud #thewatchmen #aisdwatchmen #metlakatla #alaska #wayiwah
The Watchmen Youth Leaders Training held last month was centered around vaping, peer pressure strategies, and had training & certification to administer Narcan. Thank you to our PC Cares Trainers (Promoting Community Conversations about Research to End Suicide) Ian McCarthy & Mary McEwan.
They also discussed starting a Metlakatla "Not Buying it" movement that partners with the State's program.
https://alaskaquitline.com/not-buying-it/
We had 22 students extremely interested in attending the event and reserved seats. These 7 completed the program and were acknowledged at our Red Ribbon Week Assembly on October 31st. In partnership with The Metlakatla Police Department, we are so proud of these Young Leaders and their commitment to keep our community and school safe and goal oriented. Luk'wil aam dzapsm!
#aisd #aisdproud #thewatchmen #aisdwatchmen #metlakatla #alaska #wayiwah
Look how busy our Class of 2026 has been so far with making plans for life after high school. College and Career Acceptance letters are rolling in!
Elizabeth A. - University of Alaska Southeast Juneau
Evyn V. - University of Alaska Southeast Juneau
Roger M. - Montana State University
Aaron J.- University of Alaska Southeast Juneau, University of Alaska Fairbanks, Fort Lewis College
Ma'Karii M. - Washington State University, University of Alaska Fairbanks, Portland State University, Fort Lewis College
Sara H. - University of Alaska Southeast Juneau, Grand Canyon University, Fort Lewis College
Matthew M. - University of Alaska Southeast Juneau, University of Alaska Southeast Juneau
Saahdia B. - Portland State University
Stella D. - University of Alaska Southeast Juneau
Morgan H. - Everett Community College, University of Alaska Fairbanks, University of Alaska Anchorage
Kelly M. - University of Alaska Fairbanks
Mia W. - Portland State University, University of Alaska Fairbanks
Daycee K. - Clover Park Technical College
Mariana A. - Fort Lewis College
Congratulations, Class of 2026! Wayi Wah!
#metlakatlaclassof2026 #metlakatla #alaska #wayiwah #classof2026
Elizabeth A. - University of Alaska Southeast Juneau
Evyn V. - University of Alaska Southeast Juneau
Roger M. - Montana State University
Aaron J.- University of Alaska Southeast Juneau, University of Alaska Fairbanks, Fort Lewis College
Ma'Karii M. - Washington State University, University of Alaska Fairbanks, Portland State University, Fort Lewis College
Sara H. - University of Alaska Southeast Juneau, Grand Canyon University, Fort Lewis College
Matthew M. - University of Alaska Southeast Juneau, University of Alaska Southeast Juneau
Saahdia B. - Portland State University
Stella D. - University of Alaska Southeast Juneau
Morgan H. - Everett Community College, University of Alaska Fairbanks, University of Alaska Anchorage
Kelly M. - University of Alaska Fairbanks
Mia W. - Portland State University, University of Alaska Fairbanks
Daycee K. - Clover Park Technical College
Mariana A. - Fort Lewis College
Congratulations, Class of 2026! Wayi Wah!
#metlakatlaclassof2026 #metlakatla #alaska #wayiwah #classof2026
To end our Red Ribbon Week and our Drug & Alcohol Prevention Program, Our 8th-12th Graders participated in watching a Mock Crash Scene, put on by the MHS Theater Team. The scene centered around an accident that was the result peer pressure and substance use, and included a response drill from the Metlakatla Police Department, Fire Department, and the EMT Volunteer Staff.
Here is what some of our students said about their experience watching the scene and debriefing after the scene:
How did you feel when you heard we were going to do a mock crash scene?
-Curious on what was gonna happen, also a bit worried on who was going to die or not.
-I was interested and scared
-I didn't really feel anything, just thought it would be something simple
-I was kind of excited because I wanted to see how our school does a scene like this
-I felt like we needed this to be done.
What emotions did you notice feeling while watching the scene?
-Sadness & Anger
-I felt a bit uneasy, because like the whole thing felt quite real, noticing how much emotion they put into their acting.
-I noticed that people were quiet and paying attention really well because it could have happened to their family or friends.
-I felt sad because it felt really real.
-I felt sad because that could actually happen.
-I felt sad some anger and emotions I didn't know I had
Did this have any impact on future decisions you will make?
-Yes, it makes me never wanna try substances even if I am an adult
-Yes, I will not let peer pressure get to me.
-I never want to be in a position of hurting someone or being hurt because of drugs or alcohol.
-Yes it did, now I will never drink or smoke because I don't want that to ever happen to me.
-Yes, my future decisions will be changed
-Yes, I don't want to put myself or anybody else in that situation
-No, because I would never do this in the first place.
Did you find this activity important for our high school to participate in?
-Yes, I found it very important. As it shows the consequences of drunk or high driving
-Yes, it was a big learning lesson for all of us.
-Yes, because it could help some people realize how bad it could be.
- I feel like this activity was really important, because not many people do not know how serious this is.
- Yes, it shows what can really happen when following the wrong crowd
-Yes, because high schoolers are able to drive and they should know what could actually happen in situations like that.
-Yes, because a lot of people don't understand how dangerous drinking and driving is.
T'oyaxsut 'nüüsm to our Metlakatla Community Partners, our MHS Theater Students, and our AISD Staff for their help in this event.
#aisd #aisdproud #communitypartners #redribbonweek #metlakatla #alaska
Here is what some of our students said about their experience watching the scene and debriefing after the scene:
How did you feel when you heard we were going to do a mock crash scene?
-Curious on what was gonna happen, also a bit worried on who was going to die or not.
-I was interested and scared
-I didn't really feel anything, just thought it would be something simple
-I was kind of excited because I wanted to see how our school does a scene like this
-I felt like we needed this to be done.
What emotions did you notice feeling while watching the scene?
-Sadness & Anger
-I felt a bit uneasy, because like the whole thing felt quite real, noticing how much emotion they put into their acting.
-I noticed that people were quiet and paying attention really well because it could have happened to their family or friends.
-I felt sad because it felt really real.
-I felt sad because that could actually happen.
-I felt sad some anger and emotions I didn't know I had
Did this have any impact on future decisions you will make?
-Yes, it makes me never wanna try substances even if I am an adult
-Yes, I will not let peer pressure get to me.
-I never want to be in a position of hurting someone or being hurt because of drugs or alcohol.
-Yes it did, now I will never drink or smoke because I don't want that to ever happen to me.
-Yes, my future decisions will be changed
-Yes, I don't want to put myself or anybody else in that situation
-No, because I would never do this in the first place.
Did you find this activity important for our high school to participate in?
-Yes, I found it very important. As it shows the consequences of drunk or high driving
-Yes, it was a big learning lesson for all of us.
-Yes, because it could help some people realize how bad it could be.
- I feel like this activity was really important, because not many people do not know how serious this is.
- Yes, it shows what can really happen when following the wrong crowd
-Yes, because high schoolers are able to drive and they should know what could actually happen in situations like that.
-Yes, because a lot of people don't understand how dangerous drinking and driving is.
T'oyaxsut 'nüüsm to our Metlakatla Community Partners, our MHS Theater Students, and our AISD Staff for their help in this event.
#aisd #aisdproud #communitypartners #redribbonweek #metlakatla #alaska
Our Metlakatla Miss Chiefs Volleyball Team is heading to the South Seeding Tournament in Craig!
The games will be streamed on NFHS at this link: https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/schools/craig-high-school-craig-ak
The images for the schedule are attached- good luck, ladies! Wayi Wah!
#metlakatlahighschool #metlakatlavolleyball #wayiwah #volleyball #metlakatla #alaska
The games will be streamed on NFHS at this link: https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/schools/craig-high-school-craig-ak
The images for the schedule are attached- good luck, ladies! Wayi Wah!
#metlakatlahighschool #metlakatlavolleyball #wayiwah #volleyball #metlakatla #alaska
Save the date, RJES Families!
Join us for a magical night of reading fun as RJES transforms into the world of Candyland! Travel through the Lollipop Woods, Gumdrops Grove, Chocolate Mountain, and more as you read, play games, eat delicious pizza, and complete sweet literacy activities with your family!
📚 Details:
🍭 When: Thursday, November 20th
🍬 Time: 5:00 - 6:30
🍫 Location: Richard Johnson Elementary
#rjes #richardjohnsonelementary #aisd #aisdproud #metlakatla #literacynight #familynight #wayiwah
Join us for a magical night of reading fun as RJES transforms into the world of Candyland! Travel through the Lollipop Woods, Gumdrops Grove, Chocolate Mountain, and more as you read, play games, eat delicious pizza, and complete sweet literacy activities with your family!
📚 Details:
🍭 When: Thursday, November 20th
🍬 Time: 5:00 - 6:30
🍫 Location: Richard Johnson Elementary
#rjes #richardjohnsonelementary #aisd #aisdproud #metlakatla #literacynight #familynight #wayiwah
AISD Community:
Please see the following letter from Superintendent Taw Lindsey.
The letter can also be viewed at this link: https://aptg.co/3NZtmv
#aisd #aisdproud #metlakatla #alaska
Please see the following letter from Superintendent Taw Lindsey.
The letter can also be viewed at this link: https://aptg.co/3NZtmv
#aisd #aisdproud #metlakatla #alaska
November is National Gratitude Month!
Last month, we asked for Metlakatla High School Alumni to let us know what they're up to, and we got some great responses from them with some special thanks to former and current AISD Staff!
The first Alumni Spotlight is Tausha Anderson, who is the Owner and an Esthetician at Smooth Skin Therapy in Ketchikan!
Thank you to all of our Alumni who have reached out- we'll continue to post these all month!
#gratitudemonth #annetteislandschooldistrict #metlakatlahighschool #aisd #aisdproud #aisdalumni #wayiwah #metlakatla
Last month, we asked for Metlakatla High School Alumni to let us know what they're up to, and we got some great responses from them with some special thanks to former and current AISD Staff!
The first Alumni Spotlight is Tausha Anderson, who is the Owner and an Esthetician at Smooth Skin Therapy in Ketchikan!
Thank you to all of our Alumni who have reached out- we'll continue to post these all month!
#gratitudemonth #annetteislandschooldistrict #metlakatlahighschool #aisd #aisdproud #aisdalumni #wayiwah #metlakatla
Here is the schedule for our Student-Led Conferences this week! Reminder: both Wednesday & Thursday are early release days at 1:30 pm.
Wednesday 11/5:
2:45-3:30: 12th Grade Last Name A-L
3:30-4:15: 12th Grade Last Name M-Z
4:15-5:00: 11th Grade Last Name A-L
5:00-5:45: 11th Grade Last Name M-Z
Thursday 11/6:
2:45-3:30: 10th Grade Last Name A-L
3:30-4:15: 10th Grade Last Name M-Z
4:15-5:00: 9th Grade Last Name A-L
5:00-5:45: 9th Grade Last Name M-Z
See you there!
#metlakatlahighschool #metlakatla #alaska #wayiwah
Wednesday 11/5:
2:45-3:30: 12th Grade Last Name A-L
3:30-4:15: 12th Grade Last Name M-Z
4:15-5:00: 11th Grade Last Name A-L
5:00-5:45: 11th Grade Last Name M-Z
Thursday 11/6:
2:45-3:30: 10th Grade Last Name A-L
3:30-4:15: 10th Grade Last Name M-Z
4:15-5:00: 9th Grade Last Name A-L
5:00-5:45: 9th Grade Last Name M-Z
See you there!
#metlakatlahighschool #metlakatla #alaska #wayiwah
Reminder!
Parent-Teacher conferences are THIS Wednesday & Thursday, 11/5 & 11/6! BOTH DAYS are early release days for students at 1:30 pm. Thank you!
#aisd #aisdproud #metlakatla #alaska #wayiwah
Our CLMS Monthly Newsletter for November is now available to read!
Please click the link to read: https://app.smore.com/n/hw60y
#clms #charlesleaskmiddleschool #metlakatla #alaska #wayiwah #middleschool #clmsnewsletter
Please click the link to read: https://app.smore.com/n/hw60y
#clms #charlesleaskmiddleschool #metlakatla #alaska #wayiwah #middleschool #clmsnewsletter
CLMS is excited to start an Archery Club for CLMS Students next week! Sign ups will be available online at the link below.
Please note: this club is limited to only 15 CLMS students. Families can sign their students up on a first come, first served basis.
Sign up link: https://form.jotform.com/AISD/clms-archery-permission-slip
Here are the club details:
-Tuesdays & Thursdays 3:05-3:45 pm (Starts this Tuesday, November 4th)
-Held at the RJES Gym
-Students must attend on Tuesdays to be able to participate on Thursdays
If you have any questions about this club, please contact Mr. Joe Henry: jhenry@aisdk12.org
#clms #charlesleaskmiddleschool #metlakatla #alaska #wayiwah #archery #archeryclub #clmsarchery
T'oya̱xsut 'nüün to Wil la mootk for sending over some Halloween treats for our RJES Students!
#rjes #richardjohnsonelementary #willamootk #metlakatla #communitypartner #wayiwah #halloween
#rjes #richardjohnsonelementary #willamootk #metlakatla #communitypartner #wayiwah #halloween
Reminder:
The Mock Crash Scene will be held tomorrow, Friday, 10/31, on the High School Campus for a Red Ribbon Week Activity for 8th-11th Graders. This is not open to the public. Please be aware there will be no drive through access from 11:00am-12:00pm.
#aisd #aisdproud #redribbonweek #metlakatla #alaska #wayiwah
We are so proud of Sarah G. for representing Metlakatla High School with her beautiful voice at Honor Fest! Her preparation and focus led to an amazing performance. Ms. Schoolland and all of Metlakatla are very proud of her and her hard work!
You can watch the recording of the concert here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ksBS_P0SbE
Luk'wil aam dzabn, Sarah!
#metlakatlahighschool #music #metlakatlamusic #wayiwah #metlakatla #alaska #honorfest
You can watch the recording of the concert here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ksBS_P0SbE
Luk'wil aam dzabn, Sarah!
#metlakatlahighschool #music #metlakatlamusic #wayiwah #metlakatla #alaska #honorfest
AISD Families:
As a reminder, Student Activity fees have been posted to PowerSchool with a due date of tomorrow, Friday, October 31st. (https://5il.co/3ql5l)
Please see the additional details below:
- Student Activity Fees apply to ALL full-time secondary students, regardless of their participation in extracurricular activities.
-Families who have met the "household cap" (3+ secondary students in the household) will see a $0.00 balance for the youngest secondary student in the household.
-Payments can be made online (through your web browser, NOT in the PowerSchool App). Please see the following how-to guide for online payments: https://5il.co/3ql5k
-Payments can also be made in person at the District Office (cash or check).
-Fee waivers or payment plans may be considered on a case-by-case basis for student fees for families with financial hardship upon submission of a waiver application and supporting documentation. Waiver applications are available in the CLMS, MHS, and District offices.
If you have any questions regarding these fees, please email contactus@aisdk12.org, or contact the building principal.
#aisd #aisdproud #metlakatla
Help support our MHS Sewing Class by purchasing a raffle ticket to win a beautiful quilt created by our class! Tickets are $10 and can be purchased through Sally Hayward or the sewing class, and can paid with check or cash (made out to Annette Island School District). Raffle tickets will be sold through 11/6.
The following students worked on these incredible quilts:
Sidney B.
Lanah G.
Addison B.
Rikki B.
Nicole O.
Amiyah W
Cyrus S.
Elena W.
Isaiah B.
Takoda L.
Luk'wil aam dzapsm, everyone!
#metlakatlahighschool #metlakatla #alaska #wayiwah #sewingclass
The following students worked on these incredible quilts:
Sidney B.
Lanah G.
Addison B.
Rikki B.
Nicole O.
Amiyah W
Cyrus S.
Elena W.
Isaiah B.
Takoda L.
Luk'wil aam dzapsm, everyone!
#metlakatlahighschool #metlakatla #alaska #wayiwah #sewingclass
Attention CLMS & MHS Families:
Due to water main issues at the high school, we will need to release CLMS & MHS students (ONLY) at 1:30 pm today, Wednesday, 10/29. The bus will do a 1:30 pm run for students. It is our intention for school to take place tomorrow, Thursday, 10/30, as scheduled.
Due to water main issues at the high school, we will need to release CLMS & MHS students (ONLY) at 1:30 pm today, Wednesday, 10/29. The bus will do a 1:30 pm run for students. It is our intention for school to take place tomorrow, Thursday, 10/30, as scheduled.
RJES Families: Don't forget- the Family Science Night is TOMORROW, October 30th!
Our 7th & 8th grade students will be running hands-on science activities for RJES Families. Please come join us for a night of fun, learning, and prizes!
When & Where: Thursday, October 30th, 6:00 pm @ CLMS
If you haven't already, please RSVP at this link, or scan the QR code: https://bit.ly/clms-science-rsvp
See you there!
#rjes #richardjohnsonelementary #metlakatla #alaska #clms #sciencenight #familynight #wayiwah
Our 7th & 8th grade students will be running hands-on science activities for RJES Families. Please come join us for a night of fun, learning, and prizes!
When & Where: Thursday, October 30th, 6:00 pm @ CLMS
If you haven't already, please RSVP at this link, or scan the QR code: https://bit.ly/clms-science-rsvp
See you there!
#rjes #richardjohnsonelementary #metlakatla #alaska #clms #sciencenight #familynight #wayiwah
