ED Report – Page 3 – Association of Alaska School Boards

Maintaining Nonpartisan Local Control

Posted on September 26, 2023

Lon Garrison, AASB Executive Director October is an important time for most of Alaska’s local governments and school boards because it is when our local elections are held. Back […]

Thankful, but Not Quite There…..

Posted on May 24, 2023

Lon Garrison, Executive Director, AASB The end of another school year is upon us, and just as miraculously, the Legislature has adjourned after a one-day […]

Good Governance and Fund Balances

Posted on April 27, 2023

Lon Garrison, Executive Director, AASB This past week, an issue arose that demonstrates the need for good governance and its connection to the fund balances […]

Student Success in Your Schools – It is Local

Posted on March 29, 2023

Lon Garrison, Executive Director, AASB Standardized tests, such as the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), have lately been the tool of choice for public […]

The Coming Hostage Crisis – Accountability or No BSA

Posted on February 26, 2023

Lon Garrison, Executive Director, AASB For several weeks, a positive vibe has been present at the Capitol regarding the possibility of passing a significant increase […]

AASB Priorities are a priority for Alaska

Posted on January 26, 2023

Lon Garrison, Executive Director, AASB On January 17th, the 33rd Alaska Legislature began its first session. This officially marks the beginning of AASB’s formal state […]