πΈ School Pictures Are Ready! πβ¨
Shishmaref families,
School pictures have been taken, and now itβs time to check them out! π
Families can create an online account to:
β’ View your childβs picture proofs
β’ Order prints or digital images
β’ Share photos with family
β’ Receive upcoming spring promotions & discounts
π² Scan the QR code on the flyer to create your account, or visit:
inter-state.com/CreateAccount
Once youβre set up, youβll be able to access your studentβs photos as soon as theyβre available online!
Let us know if you need help getting set upβweβre happy to help.
#ShiningBright #NorthernLightsPride #ShishStrong ππ
Shishmaref families,
School pictures have been taken, and now itβs time to check them out! π
Families can create an online account to:
β’ View your childβs picture proofs
β’ Order prints or digital images
β’ Share photos with family
β’ Receive upcoming spring promotions & discounts
π² Scan the QR code on the flyer to create your account, or visit:
inter-state.com/CreateAccount
Once youβre set up, youβll be able to access your studentβs photos as soon as theyβre available online!
Let us know if you need help getting set upβweβre happy to help.
#ShiningBright #NorthernLightsPride #ShishStrong ππ
πβ¨ Shishmaref School Health Services Update β¨π
Weβre excited to welcome Tundra Health Initiative and Last Frontier EyeCare to Shishmaref next week!
π April 6β8, 2026 (MondayβWednesday)
ποΈ Tundra Health Initiative
Providing no-cost services for all school-age students:
β’ Vision screenings
β’ Eye exams
β’ Glasses
π’ Families: Please complete and return your childβs consent form so they can participate. οΏΌ
π Last Frontier EyeCare
Available for community appointments:
β’ Routine vision exams
β’ Contact lens fittings
β’ Glasses & contact lens sales
β’ Red eye/medical eye exams
π Call or text to schedule:
907-443-3553 or 907-434-1554 οΏΌ
This is an awesome opportunity to take care of our students and community! πͺπ
#ShishmarefSchool #HealthyStudents #NorthernLightsShine #CommunityStrong ππ
Weβre excited to welcome Tundra Health Initiative and Last Frontier EyeCare to Shishmaref next week!
π April 6β8, 2026 (MondayβWednesday)
ποΈ Tundra Health Initiative
Providing no-cost services for all school-age students:
β’ Vision screenings
β’ Eye exams
β’ Glasses
π’ Families: Please complete and return your childβs consent form so they can participate. οΏΌ
π Last Frontier EyeCare
Available for community appointments:
β’ Routine vision exams
β’ Contact lens fittings
β’ Glasses & contact lens sales
β’ Red eye/medical eye exams
π Call or text to schedule:
907-443-3553 or 907-434-1554 οΏΌ
This is an awesome opportunity to take care of our students and community! πͺπ
#ShishmarefSchool #HealthyStudents #NorthernLightsShine #CommunityStrong ππ
Bering Strait School District Native Youth Olympics will be on April 8th-10th in Golovin.
Live Stream at: https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/schools/bering-strait-school-district-unalakleet-co
GO BSSD!
Live Stream at: https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/schools/bering-strait-school-district-unalakleet-co
GO BSSD!
πβ¨ Shishmaref AEC Meeting β Tonight β¨π
Join us this evening for our AEC Meeting!
π 7:00 PM
π» Google Meet
We welcome all families and community members to join the conversation as we continue working together to support our students and school π«
π Meeting Link: SHH AEC March Meeting
Monday, March 30 Β· 7:00 β 8:00pm
Time zone: America/Anchorage
Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/xgj-fgbz-xes
Or dial: βͺ(US) +1 405-592-3972β¬ PIN: βͺ569 077 475β¬#
More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/xgj-fgbz-xes?pin=3895713318684
Letβs keep shining bright together ππ
#ShishmarefStrong #NorthernLightsShineBright #FamilyEngagement
Join us this evening for our AEC Meeting!
π 7:00 PM
π» Google Meet
We welcome all families and community members to join the conversation as we continue working together to support our students and school π«
π Meeting Link: SHH AEC March Meeting
Monday, March 30 Β· 7:00 β 8:00pm
Time zone: America/Anchorage
Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/xgj-fgbz-xes
Or dial: βͺ(US) +1 405-592-3972β¬ PIN: βͺ569 077 475β¬#
More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/xgj-fgbz-xes?pin=3895713318684
Letβs keep shining bright together ππ
#ShishmarefStrong #NorthernLightsShineBright #FamilyEngagement
π Shishmaref School β Spring Statewide Testing 2026 π
Our Northern Lights are getting ready to shine BRIGHT! πβ¨
State testing is right around the corner, and we are so proud of the hard work our students have put in all year long. Now itβs their time to show what they know and let their light shine!
π Testing Big Days: March 30, 31, April 1 & 2
π Testing Window: March 30 β April 10
Letβs work together to set our students up for success:
βοΈ Get a good nightβs rest
βοΈ Eat breakfast (fuel that brain!)
βοΈ Come ready with a positive mindset
We believe in every single one of our students. Keep pushing, stay confident, and rememberβ¦
π You are capable. You are ready. You will shine. π
Shine Bright like the Northern Lights! β¨
#ShishmarefStrong #NorthernLightsShineBright #AKSTAR #MAPGrowth #WeBelieveInYou #StudentSuccess
Our Northern Lights are getting ready to shine BRIGHT! πβ¨
State testing is right around the corner, and we are so proud of the hard work our students have put in all year long. Now itβs their time to show what they know and let their light shine!
π Testing Big Days: March 30, 31, April 1 & 2
π Testing Window: March 30 β April 10
Letβs work together to set our students up for success:
βοΈ Get a good nightβs rest
βοΈ Eat breakfast (fuel that brain!)
βοΈ Come ready with a positive mindset
We believe in every single one of our students. Keep pushing, stay confident, and rememberβ¦
π You are capable. You are ready. You will shine. π
Shine Bright like the Northern Lights! β¨
#ShishmarefStrong #NorthernLightsShineBright #AKSTAR #MAPGrowth #WeBelieveInYou #StudentSuccess
π£ Inupiaq Days β Community Invitation π
Shishmaref community,
We are excited to celebrate Inupiaq Days (April 15β17) and invite our Elders and community members to be part of this special time with our students.
We would be honored to have you come into the school to share your knowledge, skills, and stories. This is an opportunity for our students to learn directly from youβour culture bearers and leaders.
Some ideas of what you could share:
β¨ Traditional skills (sewing, beading, hunting/fishing knowledge, food prep)
β¨ Storytelling and cultural teachings
β¨ Inupiaq language
β¨ Land-based knowledge and lived experiences
We welcome all ideasβwhat you have to share is valuable. π
I also want to share that we are continuing to learn and understand it is more respectful to personally invite and ask individuals to participate, rather than having a general sign-up. We truly appreciate the guidance and support from our community.
Over the next few days, we will begin reaching out directly to Elders and community members to invite participation.
β‘οΈ Presenters will be asked to complete a background check (required by the district)
β‘οΈ An honorarium will be provided at the end of Inupiaq Days as a thank you
π² Community Feast
We are also planning a community feast and would love support through:
β’ Food donations
β’ Cooking and preparation
β’ Helping serve and honor our Elders
If you are interested in presenting, helping, or contributing, please feel free to reach out to Maggie or Shishmaref School staff directly as well.
Taikuu for helping us create a meaningful and culturally rich experience for our students, school, and community. π
Letβs continue to help our students shine bright like the Northern Lights.
Shishmaref community,
We are excited to celebrate Inupiaq Days (April 15β17) and invite our Elders and community members to be part of this special time with our students.
We would be honored to have you come into the school to share your knowledge, skills, and stories. This is an opportunity for our students to learn directly from youβour culture bearers and leaders.
Some ideas of what you could share:
β¨ Traditional skills (sewing, beading, hunting/fishing knowledge, food prep)
β¨ Storytelling and cultural teachings
β¨ Inupiaq language
β¨ Land-based knowledge and lived experiences
We welcome all ideasβwhat you have to share is valuable. π
I also want to share that we are continuing to learn and understand it is more respectful to personally invite and ask individuals to participate, rather than having a general sign-up. We truly appreciate the guidance and support from our community.
Over the next few days, we will begin reaching out directly to Elders and community members to invite participation.
β‘οΈ Presenters will be asked to complete a background check (required by the district)
β‘οΈ An honorarium will be provided at the end of Inupiaq Days as a thank you
π² Community Feast
We are also planning a community feast and would love support through:
β’ Food donations
β’ Cooking and preparation
β’ Helping serve and honor our Elders
If you are interested in presenting, helping, or contributing, please feel free to reach out to Maggie or Shishmaref School staff directly as well.
Taikuu for helping us create a meaningful and culturally rich experience for our students, school, and community. π
Letβs continue to help our students shine bright like the Northern Lights.
πCongratulations to the all the winners on the 48th Annual BSSD Ski/Biathlon Championships π.
π£ Reminder: Q3 Awards + PTCs Today! ππ
Shishmaref families, just a reminder that we have a big afternoon/evening ahead!
π Quarter 3 Awards Assembly
β° 3:00 PM
π School Gym
Come celebrate our students and their hard work this quarter! Families are welcome to attend.
π₯ Canβt make it in person? Watch here:
https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/shishmaref-high-school-shishmaref-ak/evt5007b4d5aa
π Parent/Teacher Conferences (PTCs)
β° 4:00β6:00 PM
Stop by to connect with your childβs teacher, ask questions, and hear about their progress.
We look forward to seeing you and celebrating our students as they continue to shine bright like the Northern Lights πβ¨
#ShishmarefSchool #NorthernLights#ShineBright
Shishmaref families, just a reminder that we have a big afternoon/evening ahead!
π Quarter 3 Awards Assembly
β° 3:00 PM
π School Gym
Come celebrate our students and their hard work this quarter! Families are welcome to attend.
π₯ Canβt make it in person? Watch here:
https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/shishmaref-high-school-shishmaref-ak/evt5007b4d5aa
π Parent/Teacher Conferences (PTCs)
β° 4:00β6:00 PM
Stop by to connect with your childβs teacher, ask questions, and hear about their progress.
We look forward to seeing you and celebrating our students as they continue to shine bright like the Northern Lights πβ¨
#ShishmarefSchool #NorthernLights#ShineBright
ππ Shishmaref, TONIGHT is the night! ππ
We are excited to welcome Carry the Cureβs Committed to Life Program to our school!
πΆ FREE Community Concert
π Today, Wednesday, March 25, 2026
β° 7:00 PM
π Shishmaref School Gym
This is more than just a concertβitβs a night of music, culture, connection, and hope. β€οΈ
β¨ Expect:
β’ Live performances
β’ Dancing & celebration
β’ Prizes & raffle
β’ A powerful message for our youth & community
Bring your family, bring your friendsβeveryone is invited! Letβs come together, show support, and continue to help our students shine bright like the Northern Lights ππ
#ShishmarefShines #CarryTheCure #CommittedToLife #CommunityStrong #NorthernLightsStrong
We are excited to welcome Carry the Cureβs Committed to Life Program to our school!
πΆ FREE Community Concert
π Today, Wednesday, March 25, 2026
β° 7:00 PM
π Shishmaref School Gym
This is more than just a concertβitβs a night of music, culture, connection, and hope. β€οΈ
β¨ Expect:
β’ Live performances
β’ Dancing & celebration
β’ Prizes & raffle
β’ A powerful message for our youth & community
Bring your family, bring your friendsβeveryone is invited! Letβs come together, show support, and continue to help our students shine bright like the Northern Lights ππ
#ShishmarefShines #CarryTheCure #CommittedToLife #CommunityStrong #NorthernLightsStrong
π£ Big Week at SHH! ππ
Shishmaref families, weβve got a full week of events focused on connection, celebration, and community.
π€ Carry the Cure β School Assembly + Community Concert
π Wednesday, March 25
Weβre excited to welcome Carry the Cure to Shishmaref School!
βοΈ School-wide assembly during the day
βοΈ FREE community-inclusive concert in the evening
We are still finalizing detailsβmore info coming soon!
π Quarter 3 Awards Assembly
π Thursday, March 26
β° 3:00 PM
π School Gym
Weβll be recognizing students for:
β¨ Honors (3.5 GPA & up)
β¨ High Honors (3.8 GPA & up)
β¨ Perfect Attendance
β¨ 2 or fewer missed days
π Parent/Teacher Conferences (PTCs)
π Thursday, March 26
β° 4:00β6:00 PM
Come connect with your childβs teacher, ask questions, and hear about their progress. We strongly encourage all families to attend!
Letβs come together as a community and continue to support our students as they shine bright like the Northern Lights πβ¨
#ShishmarefSchool #NorthernLights #ShineBright #CarryTheCure #FamilyEngagement #StudentSuccess
Shishmaref families, weβve got a full week of events focused on connection, celebration, and community.
π€ Carry the Cure β School Assembly + Community Concert
π Wednesday, March 25
Weβre excited to welcome Carry the Cure to Shishmaref School!
βοΈ School-wide assembly during the day
βοΈ FREE community-inclusive concert in the evening
We are still finalizing detailsβmore info coming soon!
π Quarter 3 Awards Assembly
π Thursday, March 26
β° 3:00 PM
π School Gym
Weβll be recognizing students for:
β¨ Honors (3.5 GPA & up)
β¨ High Honors (3.8 GPA & up)
β¨ Perfect Attendance
β¨ 2 or fewer missed days
π Parent/Teacher Conferences (PTCs)
π Thursday, March 26
β° 4:00β6:00 PM
Come connect with your childβs teacher, ask questions, and hear about their progress. We strongly encourage all families to attend!
Letβs come together as a community and continue to support our students as they shine bright like the Northern Lights πβ¨
#ShishmarefSchool #NorthernLights #ShineBright #CarryTheCure #FamilyEngagement #StudentSuccess
PowerSchool Parent Portal
To Parents, Guardians, and Community Members, We want to share an important update about school meals.
πΈ Quick Update, Shishmaref!
School pictures are finished! If any families or community members werenβt able to make it last night, you can still come in now until 2:00 PM to get your photos taken.
Friendly Reminder for all visitors:
β’ Please check in at the office before heading to the photographer β we need to know who is in the building at all times for student safety.
β’ Please sign out when youβre finished β we appreciate it!
Thank you for helping us keep our school safe and organized! π
School pictures are finished! If any families or community members werenβt able to make it last night, you can still come in now until 2:00 PM to get your photos taken.
Friendly Reminder for all visitors:
β’ Please check in at the office before heading to the photographer β we need to know who is in the building at all times for student safety.
β’ Please sign out when youβre finished β we appreciate it!
Thank you for helping us keep our school safe and organized! π
πΈ Say cheese, Shishmaref! π
Good news β the photographer made it in!
Family & community photos TONIGHT (Wednesday, March 18, 2026) from 6:00β8:00 PM. Come by, bring your family, and capture some special moments together!
π Location: Elementary Teacher Workroom (next door to the Kinder classroom)
ECE families β join us tonight during Family/Community Night to get your pictures taken!
π· School pictures will take place tomorrow during the school day, and weβll also try to grab additional activity photos if needed/wanted.
Weβre excited to see everyone smiling and shining bright! β¨
Good news β the photographer made it in!
Family & community photos TONIGHT (Wednesday, March 18, 2026) from 6:00β8:00 PM. Come by, bring your family, and capture some special moments together!
π Location: Elementary Teacher Workroom (next door to the Kinder classroom)
ECE families β join us tonight during Family/Community Night to get your pictures taken!
π· School pictures will take place tomorrow during the school day, and weβll also try to grab additional activity photos if needed/wanted.
Weβre excited to see everyone smiling and shining bright! β¨
πΈ Say cheese, Shishmaref! π
Good news β the photographer made it in!
Family & community photos TONIGHT (Wednesday, March 18, 2026) from 6:00β8:00 PM. Come by, bring your family, and capture some special moments together!
ECE families β join us tonight during Family/Community Night to get your pictures taken!
π· School pictures will take place tomorrow during the school day, and weβll also try to grab additional activity photos if needed/wanted.
Weβre excited to see everyone smiling and shining bright! β¨
Good news β the photographer made it in!
Family & community photos TONIGHT (Wednesday, March 18, 2026) from 6:00β8:00 PM. Come by, bring your family, and capture some special moments together!
ECE families β join us tonight during Family/Community Night to get your pictures taken!
π· School pictures will take place tomorrow during the school day, and weβll also try to grab additional activity photos if needed/wanted.
Weβre excited to see everyone smiling and shining bright! β¨
πCongratulations to our 2026 1A/2A Champion & Winners!!!π
ππβ¨ Sheβs headed to STATE! β¨ππ
Join us in celebrating Aisonna, our BSSD Spelling Bee District Champion, who is headed to the State Spelling Bee to represent Shishmaref Northern Lights and the Bering Strait School District! ππ
Your hard work, confidence, and dedication have truly paid off, and we couldnβt be more proud. You are shining bright for our school and our community! π
Good luck at State, Aisonnaβweβre all cheering you on from Shish! Go spell your way to the top! ππβ¨
#ShishmarefNorthernLights
#ShineBright
#BSSDStrong
#StateBound
#SpellingBeeChamp
Join us in celebrating Aisonna, our BSSD Spelling Bee District Champion, who is headed to the State Spelling Bee to represent Shishmaref Northern Lights and the Bering Strait School District! ππ
Your hard work, confidence, and dedication have truly paid off, and we couldnβt be more proud. You are shining bright for our school and our community! π
Good luck at State, Aisonnaβweβre all cheering you on from Shish! Go spell your way to the top! ππβ¨
#ShishmarefNorthernLights
#ShineBright
#BSSDStrong
#StateBound
#SpellingBeeChamp
β¨ππ Shishmaref Northern Lights Shine Bright! ππβ¨
Join us as we send off our BSSD Spelling Bee District CHAMP as they head to represent Shishmaref School at the State Spelling Bee! ππ
π Tuesday, March 17, 2026
β° 3:00 PM
π School Gym
Letβs pack the gym and show our Northern Lights pride as we celebrate this incredible achievement! π Your hard work, dedication, and brilliance have brought you this farβnow itβs time to shine at State!
π¬ Drop some words of encouragement below or come cheer them on in person!
#ShishmarefNorthernLights
#ShineBright
#SpellingBeeChamp
#BSSDStrong
#RoadToState ππβ¨
Join us as we send off our BSSD Spelling Bee District CHAMP as they head to represent Shishmaref School at the State Spelling Bee! ππ
π Tuesday, March 17, 2026
β° 3:00 PM
π School Gym
Letβs pack the gym and show our Northern Lights pride as we celebrate this incredible achievement! π Your hard work, dedication, and brilliance have brought you this farβnow itβs time to shine at State!
π¬ Drop some words of encouragement below or come cheer them on in person!
#ShishmarefNorthernLights
#ShineBright
#SpellingBeeChamp
#BSSDStrong
#RoadToState ππβ¨
We hope everyone had a great Spring Break! π
We look forward to seeing all of our students back at school tomorrow, Monday, March 16, 2026.
Breakfast begins at 8:20 AM.
We canβt wait to see everyone and hear about your break. See yβall tomorrow, Northern Lights! ππ
Shishmaref School Reminder πΌ
Spring Break is March 9β13, 2026, so there is no school this week.
We hope everyone enjoys the time to rest, spend time with family/friends, and recharge. Stay safe and enjoy the break!
Students will return to school on Monday, March 16, 2026. We look forward to seeing our Northern Lights back then! β¨