๐ฃ Parent/Teacher Conferences & Q2 Awards ๐ฃ
Shishmaref School families,
We invite you to join us as we wrap up Quarter 2 and celebrate our studentsโ hard work and growth!
๐ Parent/Teacher Conferences (PTCs)
๐ Tuesday, January 20, 2026
โฐ 4:00โ6:00 PM
Parent/Teacher Conferences are a great opportunity to connect with teachers, ask questions, and learn more about your childโs progress. We strongly encourage families to attend.
๐ Quarter 2 Awards Assembly
๐ Wednesday, January 21, 2026
โฐ 2:45 PM
๐ School Gym
We will recognize students for:
โข Honors (3.5 GPA & up)
โข High Honors (3.8 GPA & up)
โข Perfect Attendance
โข 2 or fewer missed days
Families are welcome and encouraged to attend as we celebrate our studentsโ achievements!
Thank you for your continued support of our students, staff, and school community. We look forward to seeing you this week! ๐๐
Shishmaref School families,
We invite you to join us as we wrap up Quarter 2 and celebrate our studentsโ hard work and growth!
๐ Parent/Teacher Conferences (PTCs)
๐ Tuesday, January 20, 2026
โฐ 4:00โ6:00 PM
Parent/Teacher Conferences are a great opportunity to connect with teachers, ask questions, and learn more about your childโs progress. We strongly encourage families to attend.
๐ Quarter 2 Awards Assembly
๐ Wednesday, January 21, 2026
โฐ 2:45 PM
๐ School Gym
We will recognize students for:
โข Honors (3.5 GPA & up)
โข High Honors (3.8 GPA & up)
โข Perfect Attendance
โข 2 or fewer missed days
Families are welcome and encouraged to attend as we celebrate our studentsโ achievements!
Thank you for your continued support of our students, staff, and school community. We look forward to seeing you this week! ๐๐
Shishmaref School will dismiss early today at 1:30 PM in order to allow students, staff, and families time to attend the funeral.
We extend our heartfelt condolences to the Olanna family and hold them in our thoughts during this difficult time.
At the request of the family, Rec will be held this evening, pending availability of the Rec Supervisor. We will share an update as soon as confirmation is made.
Thank you for your understanding and continued support of our school and community.
๐ข Reminder
There will be NO Rec tonight, Wednesday, January 7, 2026.
Thank you for your understanding!
๐ฃ Rec Open Tonight
Rec will be open tonight.
Please be safe while traveling to and from rec. We encourage elementary-age students and younger to walk with an adult or have someone accompany them. Please bring your own water bottles as well.
Thank you for helping keep our kids safe.
Reminder: Rec list will still be posted as well.
Rec will be open tonight.
Please be safe while traveling to and from rec. We encourage elementary-age students and younger to walk with an adult or have someone accompany them. Please bring your own water bottles as well.
Thank you for helping keep our kids safe.
Reminder: Rec list will still be posted as well.
๐ข Late Start Notice โ Tuesday, January 6, 2026
Breakfast Time: 9:50 AM
Start Time: 10:30 AM
Students may report to school when safe to do so.
๐ข Late Start Notice โ Tuesday, January 6, 2026
We are currently anticipating a late start to the school day, with breakfast served at 9:50 AM and classes beginning at 10:30 AM.
At this time, we are inspecting the school and monitoring road and surrounding conditions. An update will be provided by 9:00 AM.
As always, the safety of our students is our number one priority. Thank you for your understanding and continued support.
๐โจ Join Us Tonight for the Shishmaref School Christmas Program! โจ๐
๐ Location: School Gym
๐ก Doors Open: 6:30 PM
๐ Program Starts: 7:00 PM
Our students have been practicing and working so hard, and they are excited to share their music and holiday spirit with our community โค๏ธ
Canโt make it in person or out of town? No worries โ weโll be live streaming right here ๐
๐บ https://chat.google.com/dm/hCbIKiAAAAE/n3GTjXf9TbI/n3GTjXf9TbI?cls=10
๐ Reminder: There will be no Rec for the remainder of the year. Rec will begin again when we return from break on Monday, January 5, 2026.
See you tonight! ๐ถโ๏ธ๐๐
๐ Location: School Gym
๐ก Doors Open: 6:30 PM
๐ Program Starts: 7:00 PM
Our students have been practicing and working so hard, and they are excited to share their music and holiday spirit with our community โค๏ธ
Canโt make it in person or out of town? No worries โ weโll be live streaming right here ๐
๐บ https://chat.google.com/dm/hCbIKiAAAAE/n3GTjXf9TbI/n3GTjXf9TbI?cls=10
๐ Reminder: There will be no Rec for the remainder of the year. Rec will begin again when we return from break on Monday, January 5, 2026.
See you tonight! ๐ถโ๏ธ๐๐
2025 Wrestling State Qualifiers and team awards
Good luck in the 2025 ASAA/First National Bank Alaska Wrestling Championships!
To watch the live stream click the link below:
https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/associations/asaa/wrestling
Good luck in the 2025 ASAA/First National Bank Alaska Wrestling Championships!
To watch the live stream click the link below:
https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/associations/asaa/wrestling
Itโs that time of year again! Weโre checking in to see how our school leaders (our Principals) are doing and where we can improve. We really want BSSD to be a place where everyone feels supported, and we canโt do that without hearing from you.
Completing the survey should only take a few minutes. Here is a short guide on how to complete the survey.
๐ข Staff: Please take the survey twice. Once from your perspective as a staff member and again as a parent/community member.
๐ข Parents: Your insights are highly appreciated! Please take a few moments to share your thoughts through a separate survey focusing on your parental perspective.
๐ข Students: Your voice matters! You'll have the opportunity to express your opinions by participating in the survey at school.
This is completely anonymous. We want your honest thoughts, so please feel free to be open with us. Click here to complete the survey. The survey will be open until January 9, 2026.
If you need assistance accessing the survey, don't hesitate to contact a school administrator at your site. Your perspectives play a significant role in our plans for improvement. Thank you for taking the time to provide your valuable insights!
๐๐ค TOP OF THE WORLD RESULTS! ๐ค๐
Our Wrestlers showed up and showed OUT! ๐ช๐คผโโ๏ธ
So proud of the hard work, grit, and heart these athletes put on the mat โ shining bright like the Northern Lights โจ
๐ Placements
โข #140 Fred โ 5th Place
โข #171 Kaden โ 3rd Place
โข #125 Kenny โ ๐ฅ 2nd Place
โข #114 Katesonja โ ๐ฅ 3rd Place
๐ฅ๐ฅ ANDโฆ KENNY IS GOING TO STATE! ๐ฅ๐ฅ
๐๐ค๐๐ค๐๐ค๐๐ค๐
WHOOOOHOOOOOO!! Way to go, Kenny!!!!!
Keep working hard, keep believing, and alwaysโฆ
๐ SHINE BRIGHT, NORTHERN LIGHTS! ๐
#ShineBright #NorthernLightsPride #TopOfTheWorld #WrestlingStrong #StateBound #ShishmarefStrong ๐๐ค
Our Wrestlers showed up and showed OUT! ๐ช๐คผโโ๏ธ
So proud of the hard work, grit, and heart these athletes put on the mat โ shining bright like the Northern Lights โจ
๐ Placements
โข #140 Fred โ 5th Place
โข #171 Kaden โ 3rd Place
โข #125 Kenny โ ๐ฅ 2nd Place
โข #114 Katesonja โ ๐ฅ 3rd Place
๐ฅ๐ฅ ANDโฆ KENNY IS GOING TO STATE! ๐ฅ๐ฅ
๐๐ค๐๐ค๐๐ค๐๐ค๐
WHOOOOHOOOOOO!! Way to go, Kenny!!!!!
Keep working hard, keep believing, and alwaysโฆ
๐ SHINE BRIGHT, NORTHERN LIGHTS! ๐
#ShineBright #NorthernLightsPride #TopOfTheWorld #WrestlingStrong #StateBound #ShishmarefStrong ๐๐ค
๐โจ Holiday Spirit Week is Here! โจ๐
Letโs shine bright for the holidays during our last week of school before Christmas/Holiday Break! We invite students and staff to join us in spreading cheer and school spirit all week long ๐ โ๏ธ
๐ Holiday Spirit Week Schedule:
๐ Monday โ Merry & Bright Monday
Wear bright colors, festive shirts, Christmas lights, or anything cheerful!
๐งฃ Tuesday โ Cozy Winter Wonderland Day
Bundle up in cozy winter gear โ scarves, fuzzy socks, slippers, or comfy holiday sweaters.
๐ Wednesday โ Holiday Headwear Day
Rock your holiday hats! Santa hats, reindeer antlers, elf hats, festive headbands, beanies, and more.
๐ถ Thursday โ Dress for the Christmas Program
Wear nice outfits, cultural clothing, or holiday colors (red, green, white, gold).
๐ Friday โ Polar Express Pajama Day
Wear pajamas, robes, slippers, and cozy blankets โ Polar Express style!
Letโs end the semester strong, joyful, and full of holiday spirit ๐๐ซ
We canโt wait to see everyone shining bright!
#HolidaySpiritWeek #ShiningBright #NorthernLightsPride #SchoolSpirit #HolidayCheer
Letโs shine bright for the holidays during our last week of school before Christmas/Holiday Break! We invite students and staff to join us in spreading cheer and school spirit all week long ๐ โ๏ธ
๐ Holiday Spirit Week Schedule:
๐ Monday โ Merry & Bright Monday
Wear bright colors, festive shirts, Christmas lights, or anything cheerful!
๐งฃ Tuesday โ Cozy Winter Wonderland Day
Bundle up in cozy winter gear โ scarves, fuzzy socks, slippers, or comfy holiday sweaters.
๐ Wednesday โ Holiday Headwear Day
Rock your holiday hats! Santa hats, reindeer antlers, elf hats, festive headbands, beanies, and more.
๐ถ Thursday โ Dress for the Christmas Program
Wear nice outfits, cultural clothing, or holiday colors (red, green, white, gold).
๐ Friday โ Polar Express Pajama Day
Wear pajamas, robes, slippers, and cozy blankets โ Polar Express style!
Letโs end the semester strong, joyful, and full of holiday spirit ๐๐ซ
We canโt wait to see everyone shining bright!
#HolidaySpiritWeek #ShiningBright #NorthernLightsPride #SchoolSpirit #HolidayCheer
๐๐ Good luck to our Northern Lights Wrestlers as they head to Regionals in Utqiaฤกvik!
Stay focused, stay humble, and give it your all out on the mat.
Weโre cheering for you every step of the way!
#NorthernLightsPride #ShishmarefStrong #RegionalsBound #ShineBright
Stay focused, stay humble, and give it your all out on the mat.
Weโre cheering for you every step of the way!
#NorthernLightsPride #ShishmarefStrong #RegionalsBound #ShineBright
School spirit week continues tomorrow!
โญ Thursday โ Cozy & Comfy Testing Day
Come to school in comfy clothes โ sweats, warm socks, pajamas โ anything that helps you relax and stay focused for MAPS testing!
โจ Strong minds, strong moves. Shine bright, Northern Lights. โจ
๐Huge congratulations to our 2025 ASAA/First National Bank Alaska Mix Six/2A Volleyball State winners!
๐ฅ Golovin Lynx: 2nd Place Overall
๐ฅ Shaktoolik Wolverines: 3rd Place Overall & Sportsmanship Award Winner!
๐ Well done to both teams!"
๐๐ Kuupianaaziฤกa Tomorrow! ๐๐
Join us on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, from 9:00โ11:00 AM in Ruth's classroom for our next Kuupianaaziฤกa Coffee & Conversation time.
Stop by for a cup of kuupiaq, connect with staff and community members, and enjoy a warm space to visit during this busy season.
We hope to see you there, shining bright like the Northern Lights โจ
#ShishmarefStrong #KuupiaqCommunity #NorthernLightsPride
Join us on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, from 9:00โ11:00 AM in Ruth's classroom for our next Kuupianaaziฤกa Coffee & Conversation time.
Stop by for a cup of kuupiaq, connect with staff and community members, and enjoy a warm space to visit during this busy season.
We hope to see you there, shining bright like the Northern Lights โจ
#ShishmarefStrong #KuupiaqCommunity #NorthernLightsPride
๐โจ MAPS Testing Spirit Week! โจ๐
Shishmaref School โ itโs time to shine bright and show what we know!
MAPS Testing begins tomorrow, Monday, Dec. 8, 2025, and weโre kicking off a special Spirit Week to help our students feel confident, supported, and ready to do their BEST.
Weโre also celebrating our Northern Lights Wrestlers as they head to Regionals in Barrow this week! Letโs hype them up and send them off with all our Shishmaref pride! ๐๐๐คผโโ๏ธ
๐ SPIRIT DAYS THIS WEEK ๐
โญ Monday โ Brain Power Day
Wear something that makes you feel smart, confident, and test-ready! Letโs start MAPS testing strong!
โญ Tuesday โ Think Cap Tuesday
Wear your favorite hat, beanie, or cap! Time to put those thinking caps on as we tackle MAPS!
โญ Wednesday โ WrestleMania Day
Wear sports gear, hoodies, or anything that shows strength and grit. Letโs cheer on our wrestlers heading to Regionals in Barrow!
โญ Thursday โ Cozy & Comfy Testing Day
Come to school in comfy clothes โ sweats, hoodies, warm socks, qaspeqs โ anything that helps you relax and stay focused for MAPS testing!
โญ Friday โ Green & White Day
Wrap up the week with full Northern Lights pride! Wear ALL the green & white youโve got! ๐๐ค
๐ง MAPS Testing Tips for Success
Help your student do their best and show their growth:
โข Get a good nightโs sleep
โข Eat breakfast (school breakfast is available!)
โข Arrive on time
โข Try your best the whole time
โข Take your time โ slow and steady
โข Believe in yourself ๐
Our students have been working hard all year โ this is their time to show what they know!
โจ Strong minds, strong moves. Shine bright, Northern Lights. โจ
Letโs lift up our learners and hype up our wrestlers!
Letโs shine bright, Shishmaref! ๐๐๐
#NorthernLightsPride #ShineBright #MAPSTesting #ShowYourGrowth #ShishmarefStrong #BarrowBound #GoLights #SNL
Shishmaref School โ itโs time to shine bright and show what we know!
MAPS Testing begins tomorrow, Monday, Dec. 8, 2025, and weโre kicking off a special Spirit Week to help our students feel confident, supported, and ready to do their BEST.
Weโre also celebrating our Northern Lights Wrestlers as they head to Regionals in Barrow this week! Letโs hype them up and send them off with all our Shishmaref pride! ๐๐๐คผโโ๏ธ
๐ SPIRIT DAYS THIS WEEK ๐
โญ Monday โ Brain Power Day
Wear something that makes you feel smart, confident, and test-ready! Letโs start MAPS testing strong!
โญ Tuesday โ Think Cap Tuesday
Wear your favorite hat, beanie, or cap! Time to put those thinking caps on as we tackle MAPS!
โญ Wednesday โ WrestleMania Day
Wear sports gear, hoodies, or anything that shows strength and grit. Letโs cheer on our wrestlers heading to Regionals in Barrow!
โญ Thursday โ Cozy & Comfy Testing Day
Come to school in comfy clothes โ sweats, hoodies, warm socks, qaspeqs โ anything that helps you relax and stay focused for MAPS testing!
โญ Friday โ Green & White Day
Wrap up the week with full Northern Lights pride! Wear ALL the green & white youโve got! ๐๐ค
๐ง MAPS Testing Tips for Success
Help your student do their best and show their growth:
โข Get a good nightโs sleep
โข Eat breakfast (school breakfast is available!)
โข Arrive on time
โข Try your best the whole time
โข Take your time โ slow and steady
โข Believe in yourself ๐
Our students have been working hard all year โ this is their time to show what they know!
โจ Strong minds, strong moves. Shine bright, Northern Lights. โจ
Letโs lift up our learners and hype up our wrestlers!
Letโs shine bright, Shishmaref! ๐๐๐
#NorthernLightsPride #ShineBright #MAPSTesting #ShowYourGrowth #ShishmarefStrong #BarrowBound #GoLights #SNL
Happening TODAY! ๐
Donโt forget โ Shishmaref School is hosting our Community Market today from 2:00โ4:00 PM in the MPR!
๐ Doors open at 1:30 PM for vendor set-up and early browsing.
๐๏ธ Swing by to support local makers, snag some treats, and check out all the awesome goodies our community has to offer!
Come shine bright with us like the Northern Lights โจ๐๐
#ShishmarefStrong #NorthernLightsPride #ShopLocal
๐ Last-minute shoppers, weโve got you covered!
Look for the SPRINT icon in our Northern Lights Sideline Store to find custom gear that prints & ships in just 1โ2 days. Perfect for quick gifts, stocking stuffers, or showing off that Shishmaref spirit!
๐ Shop our Sideline Store:
https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/alaska/shishmaref/shishmaref-school
๐ก Reminder: This is a fundraiser for Shishmaref School! Every purchase earns BSN credit that helps us buy gear and supplies for our students and staff. Thank you for supporting our school!
#NorthernLightsPride #ShishmarefStrong #ShineBright #SupportOurSchool
Look for the SPRINT icon in our Northern Lights Sideline Store to find custom gear that prints & ships in just 1โ2 days. Perfect for quick gifts, stocking stuffers, or showing off that Shishmaref spirit!
๐ Shop our Sideline Store:
https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/alaska/shishmaref/shishmaref-school
๐ก Reminder: This is a fundraiser for Shishmaref School! Every purchase earns BSN credit that helps us buy gear and supplies for our students and staff. Thank you for supporting our school!
#NorthernLightsPride #ShishmarefStrong #ShineBright #SupportOurSchool
๐ฃ Friendly Reminder, Shishmaref Community!
We currently have two surveys open and would love your feedback. Your input helps us continue improving and supporting our students, staff, and families.
1๏ธโฃ Teacher Feedback Survey
Share your thoughts about classroom instruction, communication, and support.
๐ https://forms.gle/YBs91d9oZRGRHQad9
2๏ธโฃ Shishmaref School Administration Survey
Provide feedback on our school leadership (Gary & Maggie).
๐ https://forms.gle/9YMVWrK4S8UfQfZU6
Both surveys are short, confidential, and important for strengthening our schoolโcommunity partnership.
Taikuu for taking a few minutes to share your voice with us! ๐๐๐
โ๏ธ December is packed with exciting events at Shishmaref School! โ๏ธ
Hereโs whatโs coming up for our Northern Lights community:
๐ Wed., Dec. 3 โ Mid Q3 Eligibility Check
๐๏ธ Sat., Dec. 6 โ SHH Community Market (2โ4PM)
๐ Mon., Dec. 8 โ MAPS Testing Begins
Please help students come well-rested, fed, and ready to shine bright!
๐ Thurs., Dec. 18 โ SHH Christmas Program (7PM, doors at 6:30)
๐ Mon., Dec. 22 โ Winter Break Begins (Dec. 22โJan. 2)
๐ Mon., Jan. 5 , 2026โ School Resumes
End of Q3 eligibility check is Friday, Jan. 9, 2026
Weโre looking forward to a joyful and busy month together! ๐๐โจ
#ShishmarefSchool #NorthernLightsPride #ShiningBright
Hereโs whatโs coming up for our Northern Lights community:
๐ Wed., Dec. 3 โ Mid Q3 Eligibility Check
๐๏ธ Sat., Dec. 6 โ SHH Community Market (2โ4PM)
๐ Mon., Dec. 8 โ MAPS Testing Begins
Please help students come well-rested, fed, and ready to shine bright!
๐ Thurs., Dec. 18 โ SHH Christmas Program (7PM, doors at 6:30)
๐ Mon., Dec. 22 โ Winter Break Begins (Dec. 22โJan. 2)
๐ Mon., Jan. 5 , 2026โ School Resumes
End of Q3 eligibility check is Friday, Jan. 9, 2026
Weโre looking forward to a joyful and busy month together! ๐๐โจ
#ShishmarefSchool #NorthernLightsPride #ShiningBright
