Hey y’all! πŸ’šπŸ€

Shishmaref School is officially accepting Letters of Interest for our 2026–2027 Added Duty Contracts! 🌟

If you enjoy stepping up, supporting our students beyond the classroom, coaching, sponsoring activities, or helping create opportunities for our kiddos β€” we’d love to hear from you!

πŸ“š ACADEMIC & ENRICHMENT POSITIONS
β€’ Educators Rising (Certified Only)
β€’ Site Test Coordinator (Certified Only)
β€’ Solutions Team (Multiple Positions)
β€’ 504 Liaison (Certified Only)
β€’ Parent Liaison (BSSD Employees Only)
β€’ Site Activities Director/AD (Certified Only)
β€’ Academic Decathlon (Certified Only)
β€’ Battle of the Books (BSSD Employees Only)
β€’ Science Fair (Certified Only)
β€’ Spelling Bee (BSSD Employees Only)
β€’ Inupiaq Spelling Bee (BSSD Employees Only)
β€’ Student Council (BSSD Employees Only)
β€’ Yearbook (BSSD Employees Only)
β€’ Newspaper (BSSD Employees Only)
β€’ Youth Leaders (BSSD Employees Only)
β€’ CHAMPS Coach (BSSD Employees Only)
β€’ Tech Liaison (BSSD Employees Only)

πŸ€ ATHLETIC & COACHING POSITIONS
β€’ Cross Country Coach
β€’ Mixed 6 Volleyball
β€’ Elem/MS Cheerleading – Wrestling
β€’ Elem/MS Wrestling
β€’ HS Wrestling
β€’ HS Boys Basketball
β€’ HS Girls Basketball
β€’ MS Basketball
β€’ Lil Dribblers
β€’ Cheerleading – Basketball
β€’ XC Ski/Biathlon
β€’ NYO
β€’ Elementary Skiing

πŸ“ INTERESTED? Please submit a Letter of Interest sharing:
β€’ The position(s) you are interested in
β€’ Your experience related to the position
β€’ Why you’re interested and/or what you would bring to the role

πŸ“§ Letters of Interest can be sent to:

Principal Frank Stanek
frank.stanek@shh.bssd.org

Assistant Principal Maggie Gray
maggie.gray@shh.bssd.org

πŸ“… Positions announced August 19, 2026 and will remain open until filled.

πŸ† Interested in coaching?All athletic coaches must complete the required NFHS coaching certifications before the season begins, including Fundamentals of Coaching with the Alaska Component, First Aid/Health & Safety, Concussion in Sports, and Sudden Cardiac Arrest. Annual Safe Schools Boundary Invasions certification is also required.

We have a lot of opportunities for people to get involved and make a difference for our students this year. Whether your strength is academics, activities, athletics, leadership, or simply creating opportunities for kids to shine, we encourage you to apply! πŸ’š

Please reach out if you have any questions.

Let’s make it another great year, Northern Lights! βœ¨πŸ’šπŸ€

#NorthernLightsPride #ShishmarefSchool #BSSDStrong #ForOurKids
1 day ago, Northern Lights
FY27 Added Duty Positions
FY27 ADCs pg 1
FY27 ADCs pg 2
πŸ“£ WE’RE HIRING! | SHISHMAREF SCHOOL

Shishmaref School is looking for someone to join our team! πŸ’šπŸ€

🍽️ Position: Cook I
⏰ Hours: 4.5 hours per day
πŸ“ Location: Shishmaref School
πŸ“… Approximately 181 school days

Our Cook I helps with preparing and serving food, daily kitchen cleanup, and keeping our food service areas clean and ready for our students.

We’re looking for someone who is dependable, cooperative, and ready to be part of the team that takes care of our kiddos each day!

πŸ“² Interested in applying?Apply online using the link below:

πŸ‘‡ APPLICATION LINK: https://app.droplet.io/form/0Y84zK

Please feel free to share this post and help us spread the word throughout our community!

πŸ’š Come join our Northern Lights team! 🀍
3 days ago, Northern Lights
πŸƒπŸΎ πŸƒπŸ½β€β™€οΈ πŸƒπŸ½β€β™‚οΈ Attention Shishmaref Students and Parents: Cross Country Running practice this week! All students grades 4 - 12 are invited! It is not too late to join! Practice will continue this week - however, there is a new start time and meeting location! Practice will begin at 4:00pm, Monday-Friday, and the team will be starting in the gym. Please meet at the front door a few minutes before 4. Please come ready to run. Be sure to wear athletic clothing (no jeans), and appropriate footwear (no crocs, sandals, or boots). Bring a full water bottle! We will be running outside everyday, rain or shine, so bring a sweater/sweatpants if you think you might need them. This season is off to a great start with more than 25 athletes trying it out. There already have been significant time improvements, in just the first 10 days of practice! We would love to have more student-athletes to celebrate with! See you there! Spread the word!
3 days ago, Northern Lights
πŸ“£ Shishmaref AEC Candidate Filing Window is OPEN!

The Shishmaref Advisory Education Committee (AEC) currently has TWO SEATS up for election this year!

πŸ“… Candidate Filing Window: August 7 – September 6, 2026

If you are interested in serving on our AEC and having a voice in supporting our students, school, and community, we encourage you to consider filing for one of the two available seats!

Candidate Qualifications:

- Must be at least 18 years of age

- Must have been a resident of the City of Shishmaref for 30 or more days

- Must meet the requirements regarding felony convictions involving moral turpitude as outlined on the Affidavit of Candidacy

- Must not be an employee of Bering Strait School District, other than a short-term temporary employee

πŸ“ Interested in filing for one of the two seats?

Complete the Affidavit of Candidacy and submit it to Shishmaref School Administration no later than September 6, 2026.

Our AEC plays an important role in connecting our school and community and ensuring our local voices are represented. We encourage eligible community members who are interested in getting involved and supporting our school to consider filing! πŸ’šπŸ€

Two seats are available, so please help us spread the word!

If you have any questions or need a copy of the Affidavit of Candidacy, please reach out to Shishmaref School Administration.
3 days ago, Northern Lights
FY27 SHH AEC
πŸƒβ€β™€οΈπŸƒβ€β™‚οΈ Cross Country Season Starts Tomorrow! πŸƒπŸ½β€β™€οΈπŸƒπŸΎ

Calling all Shishmaref students in grades 4–12β€”it's time to lace up your running shoes!

πŸ“… Monday, August 3
πŸ•‘ 2:00 PM
πŸ“ Meet at the playground basketball court

Practice will be held rain or shine, so please come prepared.

Please bring:
βœ… Athletic clothing (no jeans)
βœ… Running shoes or athletic shoes (no Crocs, sandals, or boots)
βœ… A full water bottle
βœ… A sweatshirt or sweatpants if you think you'll need an extra layer

Whether you're a returning runner or interested in trying Cross Country for the first time, we'd love to have you join us! Cross Country is a great opportunity to stay active, build friendships, challenge yourself, and represent Shishmaref School.

We're looking forward to another great season.

See you tomorrow, and please help us spread the word!
18 days ago, Northern Lights
FY27 XC
🌟 2026-2027 School Calendar 🌟 Hello, Shishmaref! We hope everyone is having a wonderful summer and enjoying time with family, fishing, hunting, berry picking, and all the opportunities that subsistence season brings. We hope you’re making memories, staying safe, and enjoying every moment. As we begin looking ahead to a new school year, we wanted to share the Bering Strait School District 2026-2027 School Calendar. πŸ“š The first day of school for students will be Thursday, August 27, 2026. We’ll continue sharing important back-to-school information throughout the summer, including registration details, Open House information, school supplies, and other updates as we get closer to the start of the school year. For now, keep enjoying your summer, take care of one another, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back to Shishmaref School in August! πŸ’œπŸ’š The district calendar is attached.
about 1 month ago, Northern Lights
FY27 BSSD Calendar
Dear Shishmaref School Community,

As my year as Principal of Shishmaref School comes to a close, I want to express my sincere gratitude to our students, families, staff, and community.

It has been an honor to serve this school and to be part of a community that cares deeply about its children. Shishmaref is a special place, and I am thankful for the relationships, lessons, and memories I will carry with me.

Acknowledgments

To the elders in the community, thank you for sharing your wisdom. I learned a lot simply by having kuupianaaziΔ‘a with elders who have a lifetime of memories and experiences to share. Growing up in the South, we were taught to listen in the presence of elders. Thank you for sharing your wisdom with me.

To our school board members and AEC members who provided support and feedback throughout the year, thank you. You were strong voices for the community and helped our administrative team make meaningful decisions.

To our staff, thank you for your hard work, resilience, and dedication. Working with someone who has a β€œType A” personality is not always easy, but you all sure did make my job easier. The elderly in Louisiana always said β€œsure did” when I was coming up, so I say it with love and appreciation. Thank you for giving our administrative team a chance to lead. One thing I particularly loved was that when we had meals, get-togethers, or holiday parties, nobody talked about work. Oh, and even when I know I took too long to finish cooking (since literally Day 1), you never told me =].

To our families and community members, thank you for your support and partnership. We were truly motivated to start the year when we had such a strong turnout at Open House. I also loved how the community was always the perfect balance of competitive and positive at student athletic events and city league games. It was also pretty special how everyone says, β€œWelcome to Shishmaref,” when someone visits for the first time. I have been to a few communities in Alaska, but nobody is as friendly as SHH.

Most importantly, to our students, thank you for the joy, energy, and purpose you bring to the school each day. Whether it was kindergarten and first grade students tackling me at open gym, eighth grade students teaching me IΓ±upiaq when their bilingual teacher was out, or high school students beating me in a game of Around the World at lunchtime, seeing you enjoy coming to school made the year meaningful. When I am around other principals, I always mention your great behavior, strong attendance, and wonderful personalities.

I am proud of the work we have done together, and I hope Shishmaref School continues to grow, strengthen, and serve students well for many years to come.

Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to serve this community.

With appreciation,

Gary Perkins, Ed.D. aka Dr. P.
Principal, Shishmaref School ’26
3 months ago, Northern Lights
Dr. P.

BSSD Strategic Plan Community Gathering: Shape the Next 5 Years! 🌟

We are recruiting a team of participants including elders, community members, parents, students, classified staff, teachers, administrators, community leaders. In the sessions, we will use the Portrait of Your Graduate responses along with district program information and data to set the direction for the next 5 years.

Deadline to be considered for the planning team is August 15, 2026.
πŸ‘‰ [Click Here to Apply & Share Your Inspiration]

3 months ago, Bering Strait School District
bssd strategic planning sessions
β˜€οΈπŸŒŠ Last Day of School! πŸŒŠβ˜€οΈ

That’s a wrap on another school year at Shishmaref School! Thank you to our students, staff, families, and community for all of your hard work, support, and dedication throughout the year. We are so proud of all that our students accomplished this year. πŸ’šπŸ€

We hope everyone has a fun, relaxing, and safe summer filled with family, adventures, and sunshine! Please remember to stay safe and take care of one another.

We look forward to welcoming everyone back for FY27 on Thursday, August 27, 2026! ✨

Until then β€” have an amazing summer, Shishmaref!
#NorthernLightsShineOnMe #ShineBrightSHH #LastDayOfSchool
3 months ago, Northern Lights
Summer
Bering Strait Portrait of a Graduate Survey. Click the survey link or scan the QR code.
Survey link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfKPDQkrVPce14B9qY2JK3RhMIvnI2DDKjQE-ccS65b-QibuQ/viewform

We value your voice. This survey will help us define what it means for students in our district to be successful as graduates.

Our goal is to create a shared vision that reflects our community, culture, and ways of life. Your input will guide how we prepare students for their futureβ€”both in our community and beyond.

This survey is being administered by the Association of Alaska School Board. All responses are anonymous.
3 months ago, Bering Strait School District
portrait of a  graduate 2026
✨ Shishmaref Community ✨

Tonight is the night! Join us as we celebrate the accomplishments of our students during the Shishmaref School End of Year Celebrations! πŸŽ“πŸ’šπŸ€

We are excited to recognize and honor our:
🌟 Pre-K 4 / ECE Graduates
🌟 8th Grade Promotion Students
🌟 Class of 2026 Graduates

This is a special time for our students, families, school, and community as we celebrate milestones, growth, hard work, and new beginnings. We would love for our community to come together to support and cheer on our students as they shine bright and take their next steps forward.

πŸ“… Tonight β€” Monday, May 18, 2026
⏰ 7:00 PM
πŸ“ Shishmaref School Gym

πŸŽ₯ Livestream Link:
https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/shishmaref-high-school-shishmaref-ak/evt7a9970f3ee

Let’s fill the gym and celebrate our students together as a community. Northern Lights shine bright! πŸ’šβœ¨
3 months ago, Northern Lights
FY26 SHH Graduation

✨ Shishmaref Community ✨

Please join us tomorrow as we celebrate the accomplishments of our students during the Shishmaref School End of Year Celebrations! πŸŽ“πŸ’šπŸ€

We are excited to recognize and honor our:
🌟 Pre-K 4 / ECE Graduates
🌟 8th Grade Promotion Students
🌟 Class of 2026 Graduates

This is a special time for our students, families, school, and community as we celebrate milestones, growth, hard work, and new beginnings.

We would love for our community to come together to support and cheer on our students as they shine bright and take their next steps forward.

πŸ“… Monday, May 18, 2026
⏰ 7:00 PM
πŸ“ Shishmaref School Gym

Let’s fill the gym and celebrate our students together as a community. Northern Lights shine bright! πŸ’šβœ¨

3 months ago, Northern Lights
Graduation Class of 2026
Huge congratulations to our 2026 BSSD Battle of the Books Champions! πŸ†πŸ“š

Your dedication, teamwork, and love for reading have truly paid off. We are incredibly proud of your hard work and the way you represented your schools and the entire Bering Strait School District!

Keep turning those pages! πŸ‘πŸ‘πŸ‘

#BSSD #BattleOfTheBooks2026 #BeringStraitStrong #LiteracyChampions
3 months ago, Bering Strait School District
2026 battle of the books champions
*UPDATED times, admission, & grade level groups

✨ End of Year Celebrations at Shishmaref School ✨
β€œShining Bright Like the Northern Lights” πŸ’šπŸ€

We’re excited to celebrate our students during this special time of year! Please join us for Prom 2026 and Graduation as we recognize memories, milestones, and achievements across all grade levels.

🌌 Shishmaref School Prom 2026 🌌
πŸ“… Saturday, May 16, 2026

πŸ’ƒ Dance Times πŸ•Ί

🌟 ECE–3rd Grade
⏰ 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

🌟 4th–7th Grade
⏰ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

🌟 8th–12th Grade
⏰ 9:00 PM – 12:00 AM

🎟️ Admission Prices
✨ ECE–7th Grade: $5 Admission
✨ 8th–12th Grade Prom Tickets
β€’ $15 β€” Single Ticket
β€’ $25 β€” Double Ticket

🌠 Dress up, dance, and make memories under the Northern Lights! 🌠
3 months ago, Northern Lights
Prom

*UPDATED times, admission, & grade level groups

✨ End of Year Celebrations at Shishmaref School ✨
β€œShining Bright Like the Northern Lights” πŸ’šπŸ€

We’re excited to celebrate our students during this special time of year! Please join us for Prom 2026 and Graduation as we recognize memories, milestones, and achievements across all grade levels.

🌌 Shishmaref School Prom 2026 🌌
πŸ“… Saturday, May 16, 2026

πŸ’ƒ Dance Times πŸ•Ί

🌟 ECE–3rd Grade
⏰ 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

🌟 4th–7th Grade
⏰ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

🌟 8th–12th Grade
⏰ 9:00 PM – 12:00 AM

🎟️ Admission Prices
✨ ECE–7th Grade: $5 Admission
✨ 8th–12th Grade Prom Tickets
β€’ $15 β€” Single Ticket
β€’ $25 β€” Double Ticket

🌠 Dress up, dance, and make memories under the Northern Lights! 🌠

3 months ago, Northern Lights
Prom
⏰ 45 minutes left at our Saturday Market! ⏰ There’s still time to stop by the MPR and check out all the amazing items our students, staff, and community vendors have for sale! πŸ›βœ¨ From handmade items and goodies to crafts and more β€” come support local and take a look at what everyone has been working hard on! πŸ’šπŸ€ We’ll be here until 4:00 PM!
3 months ago, Northern Lights
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✨ Shishmaref School Prom 2026 ✨
β€œAurora Borealis”

πŸ“… Saturday, May 16, 2026

πŸ’ƒ Dance Times πŸ•Ί

🌟 ECE–3rd Grade
⏰ 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

🌟 4th–6th Grade
⏰ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

🌟 7th–12th Grade
⏰ 9:00 PM – 12:00 AM

🎟️ Admission Prices

✨ ECE–6th Grade: $5 Admission

✨ 7th–12th Grade Prom Tickets:
β€’ $15 β€” Single Ticket
β€’ $25 β€” Double Ticket

🌌 Dress up, dance, and make memories under the Northern Lights! 🌌
3 months ago, Northern Lights
Prom

*UPDATED*

✨ End of Year Events at Shishmaref School ✨

Join us as we celebrate the final weeks of the school year with Prom, Graduation, and more!

πŸ€ Last Day of Rec β€” Thursday, May 14, 2026
πŸŽ‰ Prom β€” Saturday, May 16, 2026
πŸŽ“ Graduation β€” Monday, May 18, 2026 at 7 PM
πŸ“š Last Day of School β€” Friday, May 22, 2026

Let’s finish the year strong and continue shining bright, Northern Lights! πŸ’š

3 months ago, Northern Lights
EOY SHH Events
πŸ›Œβœ¨ P is for Pajama Day! βœ¨πŸ›Œ P β€” Pajama Day Wear your favorite pajamas, comfy clothes, slippers, or cozy gear to school and enjoy a relaxed, fun day as we continue counting down the last days of the school year 🌌✨ πŸ“š Perfect day for: * Cozy reading * Relaxing classroom activities * Comfy vibes with friends πŸ‘‰ Families and community members are welcome to join the fun too! Let’s continue Shining Bright like the Northern Lights πŸ’šπŸ’œ #ShishmarefSchool #PajamaDay #ABCountdown #NorthernLights #CozyDay #ShiningBright
3 months ago, Northern Lights
🌟 Shishmaref School Saturday Market 🌟 Don’t miss our LAST Saturday Market of the school year! Let's enjoy another fun community afternoon together before summer break! πŸ’šπŸ€ πŸ—“ Saturday, May 9 ⏰ 2:00–4:00 PM πŸ“ Shishmaref School We hope to see you there! ✨ #ShishmarefSchool #NorthernLightsShine #CommunityStrong
3 months ago, Northern Lights