
BSSD is HIRING Administrative Assistant for Student Activities. For interested applicants click the link https://www.bssd.org/page/currentclassifiedopenings or scan the QR code for more details.


Please read the attached letter from Tammy Dodd, BSSD Superintendent, regarding last night's devasting loss in Stebbins.


🌞📚 Summer School Announcement! 📚🌞
We are announcing our Summer School program for 3rd grade students and 9-12 high school students needing credit recovery.
📅 Dates: May 22 - June 12, 2024
⏰ Time: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Tukurngailnguq School, Stebbins AK
For more information on 3rd grade, please contact 907 9441106 or 907 6251504.
For more information on high school, please contact 907 944 1294 or 907 9441191.



📣Join us for the Annual Tukurngailnguq School Spring Sale on May 15th (Wednesday) from 5 PM to 7 PM! 🎉


🎓✨ Congratulations to the Class of 2024 of Tukurkailnguq School! ✨🎓
📸 Swipe through to see some of the highlights from our joyful ceremony. From the proud faces of our graduates to the supportive cheers from families and friends, these moments capture the essence of our tight-knit community. Here's to new beginnings and the bright futures that lie ahead for all our graduates!
#Stebbins2024 #GraduationDay #FutureLeaders #StebbinsGrizzlies #Tukurngailnguq2024









🎓 Reminder for Stebbins Community!
Don’t forget, our graduation ceremonies are happening tomorrow, May 11th at 4:30 PM. Let’s gather to celebrate the hard work and achievements of our graduates! 🌟
See you there!


Kawerak Education, Employment, and Supportive Services will be in Stebbins School tomorrow the 7th of May from 11:30AM-1:00PM to help with community education, higher education, job training opportunities, child care programs, and tribal welfare assistance. Please visit and learn how these services can help you! Door Prizes await for those who will visit!


🌟✨ What a magical evening! Last Saturday's "A Starlit Night" prom at Tukurngailnguq School was a resounding success! A big shout-out to all our dedicated teachers and amazing students who worked tirelessly on the preparations, food, and stunning decorations. Your hard work truly paid off, creating a night to remember under the stars. Here's to the beautiful memories we made together! 🌌💫 #TukurngailnguqProm2024 #AStarlitNight #Stebbins



🎉 Congratulations to the Tukurngailnguq School Class of 2024!
🎓 Your hard work and dedication have truly paid off, and it's time to celebrate all of your amazing achievements. Join us in honoring our graduates at the upcoming graduation ceremonies.
Mark your calendars for May 11 (Saturday) 4:30pm-6:00pm, an unforgettable day of joy and pride for our community. Let's cheer on our students as they step into their bright futures! 🌟
#StebbinsGrizzlies #Tukurngailnguq2024 #GraduationDay


Last 2 Weeks of School!


We are thrilled to announce the upcoming Community Prom & High School Prom with the theme "STARLIT NIGHT" on Saturday May 4th, 2024! This dazzling evening will be a fantastic opportunity for everyone in Stebbins to come together, celebrate, and create lasting memories.
📅 Date: May 4, 2024
📍 Location: Tukurngailnguq School Gym
⏰ Time: 6-8PM Community Prom, 8-12AM High School Prom
Get ready to dance the night away to great music, enjoy delicious food, and showcase your best outfits! Let’s make it a night to remember!
Spread the word, bring your friends and family, and let’s make this prom a beautiful celebration of our community’s spirit and joy.


"🌟 It's going to be a bustling last month at Tukurngailnguq School as we wrap up the year with exciting activities and school adventures! Let's make these final weeks truly memorable! 📚✨"
April 23 Tuesday K-5 Q3 Awards 2:30-3:30pm
April 24 Wednesday MS HS Q3 Awards 2:30-3:30pm
April 25 Thursday PARENT FORUM 4:00-7:00pm
April 26 Senior Picture-Taking (During school hours)


📢 Dear Stebbins School Community📢
There will be NO SCHOOL on Thursday, April 18th, and Friday, April 19th for MOST students.
If your child is in the NACTEC welding program they will still have class from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Lunch and breakfast will be provided as normal. Students may eat breakfast in the MPR from 8:30AM and will check-in with Atha Foxie to take their attendance. Students Signed Up: RJ, Randy, Zaylin, Karmin, Freda, Kendell, Blaine.
If your child is taking the ACT College Readiness Exam they will report to school at 9:30 AM in the MPR on Friday, April 19th. They need to bring a valid photo ID to school. Phones, earbuds, and smartwatches are not allowed in the testing center and will cause their test results to be invalidated if they take them into the school library with them. Food will be provided at 9:30 AM for students who would like to eat before the exam. The exam will begin at 10:00 AM. No late entry will be permitted.
Students Signed Up: Martin, Caden, RJ, Randy, Averon, Pius, Blaine, Desmond, Freda, Isaiah, Zeb.
Kaya, Chasity and Brandon (2nd Grade) will come to school at 11:00AM to compete in the District Battle of the Books.
Have a great weekend,
Stebbins School


Congratulations to Averon Katcheak for his exceptional performance at the 2024 Bering Strait School District Native Youth Olympics! Averon's outstanding skills and determination shone brightly throughout the competition.
Averon won the Alaskan High Kick and the Seal Hop while placing in the Top 5 on seven other events.
Let's all rally behind Averon as he prepares for the next stage at the state competition. Good luck, Averon! The Stebbins community is with you every step of the way!
1st Place: Alaskan High Kick
1st Place: Seal Hop
2nd Place: Scissor Broad Jump
2nd Place: Stick Pull
3rd Place: Eskimo Stick Pull
4th Place: One Hand Reach
4th Place: Two Foot High Kick
5th Place: Toe Kick
Coach: Kim Aluska
Photo Credits: Irving Ashenfelter






We are delighted to announce the achievements of Tukurngailnguq School at the 2024 Yup'ik Spelling Bee State Competition!
Brennan Paje excelled in the competition, securing an impressive 2ND PLACE after a tense tiebreaker among the top three contestants. We are also proud of Natasha Tom, who represented our school with great enthusiasm and coaches Becky Atchak and Minnie Aluska who trained our scholars.
A special thank you goes to the Bering Strait School District for their unwavering support. We would also like to express our heartfelt gratitude to Freda Dan, a Stebbins native, who has dedicated 13 years to organizing the Yup'ik Spelling Bee State Competition. Her commitment, along with her family's support and the generous donations that sustain this event, has made a significant impact in the Yup'ik communities all over Alaska.
Congratulations to Brennan and Natasha! Both of you have made your school, community and school district proud.






Come and join us for another Family Literacy Afternoon on April 12 (Friday) at 2PM for Parents and Guardians of Grades 3-5. Fun Games, Crafts, Stories and Free Books! Children must be with an adult.


📢Calling all parents and guardians of Grades K-5 students📢, please make sure your child will be present at school THIS WEEK for testing. K-2 will have MAP Math testing on Monday April 8. Grades 3-5 will have AK Star ELA on Tuesday April 9 and AK Star Math on Wednesday April 10. Please have your student get a good night's rest and arrive on time for school. Thank you for your cooperation. Quyana!


ARE YOU LOOKING FOR FREE MEALS FOR CHILDREN DURING THE SUMMER? MEALS TO YOU CAN HELP! Register now or scan the QR code. Application window: April 1, 2024 - April 30, 2024. For more details about Food Bank Alaska and registration, click the link provided below.
https://foodbankofalaska.org/help/mtya/


Congratulations to Brennan, Natasha and Katara for winning the 2024 BSSD Yup'ik Spelling Bee! They will compete in the State Bee on April 13, 2024.

📢Calling all parents and guardians of Grades 9-12 students📢, please make sure your child will be present at school THIS WEEK for testing.
Aside from being a state requirement, testing is used by the district to understand what the students know and what they need to know regardless of their grade level.
Please have your student get a good night's rest, leave their cellphones and electronic devices at home, and be on time to school.
Thank you for your cooperation. Quyana!
