Youth
Lead story
Local Girl Scouts explore different careers in science
Photo by John Wagner
April 12, 2008
From virtual reality to physical therapy, the local Girl Scouts introduced over 100 local junior scouts to careers in science at the Unversity of Alaska Fairbanks.
Effie Kokrine students learn traditional skills, including skinning
Published May 3, 2008
Keeping tradition alive in the modern world is often a tough task, but Effie Kokrine Charter School is trying to keep its students interested in the past by having Native elders, such as Marie Yaska, teach traditional components of village life.
Lathrop students publish latest edition of ‘Goldstream’ magazine
Published May 3, 2008
The University of Alaska Fairbanks’ literary magazine “Permafrost” isn’t the only game in town when it comes to publishing local literature.
West Valley advanced yoga students ease into their days
Published April 26, 2008
Downward dog and how to engage kidney loops aren’t normally taught in a English classroom, unless it’s Jessica Colp's classroom at West Valley High School.
Student artist of the week
Dianna Rupp
Published April 19, 2008
Dianna Rupp has come a long way artistically from doodling on scraps of paper.
Student achiever of the week
Garrett Sheets
Published April 19, 2008
In the classroom, Garrett Sheets’ teacher said the sixth grader is an excellent reader and excels in science.
Hunter Elementary students put on concert with Army Band, Fairbanks Symphony Orchestra
Published April 19, 2008
For one afternoon, the Hunter Elementary School gym was transformed into a concert venue.
Student Achiever of the Week — April 12
Published April 12, 2008
Heather Parson is not just content with writing stories, she also likes to illustrate her written work.
Student Artist of the Week — April 12
Published April 12, 2008
Jared Isaacson started art classes with the hope of besting his older brother, but his teacher, Greg Gustafson, said the sophomore has become a talented and creative artist.
Youth in brief
Published April 12, 2008
History Day winners, new principal at Randy Smith, UAF scholarship, Hunter teacher wins grant
Student Achiever of the Week
Published April 5, 2008
Not only is Abby Bravo a good student, she is a model student. Her teacher, Michael Angaiak, at Anne Wien Elementary School said the sixth-grader represents the best at the school.
Student Artist of the Week
Published April 5, 2008
Sara Olsen can remember listening to “The Phantom of the Opera” soundtrack in third grade, but she can’t remember when she first became interested in theater.
Lathrop Robotics Team showcases new technology in Atlanta
Published April 5, 2008
The Lathrop High School Robotics Team are guinea pigs.
The five-person team, led by Lathrop teacher Larry Ehnert, is one of twelve teams in the nation invited to showcase a new kit for midlevel robots at the annual For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology Robot Competition.
Student Artist of the Week - March 29
Published March 29, 2008
Not only does third-grader Olivia McIsaac excel in art, her teacher Debra Fitzgerald said McIsaac is also a class leader, peacemaker and friend to her classmates.