
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!


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District Yup'ik Spelling Bee on Wednesday March 20, 2024 3:45pm at the Tukurngailnguq School library. Dive into your heritage and showcase your spelling skills in a fun and supportive environment.
#YupikSpellingBee #TukurngailnguqSchool #LanguagePride #CommunitySpirit


The Family Literacy Afternoon for K-2 at Tukurngailnguq School was a great success!
11 families attended the event last Friday, March 1st with the theme, “Under the Sea”.
The event focused on communicating to families that their active role in their children’s language and literacy development is essential.
Students and parents enjoyed the different activities. Among the activities they experienced were fishing CVC words, reading comprehension, CVC word puzzles, and the under the sea arts and crafts. Each student also had the chance to pick a book they could bring home.
The event ended with families leaving the building with smiles on their faces.








The Educators Rising Stebbins chapter made a mark at the 2024 state competition and conference in Juneau, Alaska, on February 22-23. Two students won first place, another secured second, one placed third, alongside all remaining members finishing in the top 6.
The students of Stebbins showcased their dedication and skill in the field of education. This achievement is a testament to the hard work, preparation, and passion for teaching that the students have cultivated under the guidance of their Teacher Leader, Sisa Paje.
They crafted and presented detailed lesson plans, wrote and delivered speeches with confidence, practiced how to ace job interviews, and explored the magical world of children's literature to create enchanting stories.
The chapter's success not only highlights the talent and potential of its members but also underscores the importance of effective leadership in shaping the educators and leaders of tomorrow.
#TukurngailnguqSchool #StebbinsPride #GrizzlyPride #BSSDLife



🐝✨ Calling all young spellers from Grades 3-8! ✨🐝
Join us for the Yup'ik Spelling Bee on Monday March 4, 2024 3:30pm at the Tukurngailnguq School library. Dive into your heritage and showcase your spelling skills in a fun and supportive environment. Whether you're a seasoned speller or new to the competition, we welcome you to celebrate the beauty of the Yup'ik language with us. 📚🎉
See you there!
#YupikSpellingBee #TukurngailnguqSchool #LanguagePride #CommunitySpirit


Please join us for a FAMILY LITERACY AFTERNOON for Grades K-2 on Friday March 1, 2024 at 1:45-2:45pm.
Fun Games, Crafts, Stories and FREE BOOKS! Children must be with an adult.


Everyone is cordially invited to the First Stebbins School Bazaar of 2024 on Saturday February 17 from 1pm-5pm,
The bazaar is OPEN TO EVERYONE in the community who wants to sell something in the bazaar.


EVERYONE IS WELCOME TO JOIN THE STEM Activity today February 12th 5:00pm. SUBWAY Sandwiches, Technology BINGO! At the school cafeteria.
After school STEM Club with “Electrical Circuits”
Grades 6-8 Tuesday - Thursday at 3:30 - 4:30pm
For more info contact Karen Keck, Instructor. karen.keck@bssd.org.
Brought to you by your school and NACTEC, with grant partner Kawerak.


🎉📚 Big shoutout to our Tukurngailnguq School stars! 🌟 We are thrilled to announce that our middle school team clinched FIRST PLACE 🥇 in the 2024 Bering Strait School District Battle of the Books! Out of five fierce teams, they emerged as champions, showcasing their passion for reading and teamwork. 📖💪
But wait, there's more! Our high school team also made us proud by securing THIRD PLACE 🥉 among eight amazing teams across the district. Their dedication and hard work have truly paid off! 🏆✨
A huge congratulations to all the students who participated, your efforts and enthusiasm have brought this victory home. 🏠❤️
Thank you also to our coaches Bjorn Paje (MS) and Michael Regidor (HS) for guiding our kids and inspiring to strive and persevere!
Let's continue to inspire each other and aim for even greater achievements. Go Tukurngailnguq School! 🚀📚
#TukurngailnguqPride #StebbinsPride #StebbinsAK #BSSDLife


📢 Attention Stebbins Residents! 📢
We regret to inform you that there will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, February 5th due to a major pipe break. The safety and well-being of our students and staff are our top priority, and we are working diligently to resolve the issue.
Please stay tuned for updates on when school will resume. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation during this unexpected situation. Stay warm and safe, Stebbins! ❄️💧 #SchoolClosure #StebbinsAlert #StaySafe


Catch the 🏀 basketball game between Stebbins vs Teller tonight and tomorrow at 7pm.
Don’t miss a single play! Watch it in person or watch it on Facebook Live! Gates open at 6:30pm.


Tukurngailnguq School achieved remarkable success in the 2024 Academic Decathlon, securing second place overall in Bering Strait School District. Desmond Snowball also topped the varsity category. This outstanding performance demonstrated the team's dedication and hard work under the guidance of coach Sarah Rivera with the help of other teachers in the school. What makes it even more impressive is that they didn't have a lot of time to prepare but they still did an awesome job. Their achievement in this challenging competition is a source of pride for the school and the community.


Congratulations to all the winners on 2024 Academic Decathlon Winners held at White Mountain.


Volleyball Update.
Savoonga is a GO.


Hello, families!
📣Reading Curriculum Survey for 6th-12th grades📣
We are looking for your input on our next reading curriculum for 6th-12th grades! We value your views and hope that you will share your thoughts through this survey.
The survey will close on November 5th.
Thank you so very much, and it is our honor to serve you.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeN-NVKttCgQX967JzULi58USHyf8BvgBNoBdAFrtiJuUpcLQ/viewform?usp=sf_link
