NO BUS SERVICE 1/13 Afternoon or 1/14 Morning
Good morning, families. We will not have bus service on 1/13 in the afternoon or on 1/14 in the morning.
Good morning, families. We will not have bus service on 1/13 in the afternoon or on 1/14 in the morning.
To KCSD Families,
This is the final update regarding today's schedule.
Bus Transportation Confirmed
The KCSD bus will be running today.
The bus will begin its pickup route shortly. Please ensure your students are ready.
School Start Time
We expect all students to start school at 10:00 AM following the Late Start schedule.
Drop-Off Locations
Elementary students will be dropped at the Elementary Building.
High School students will be dropped at the High School Building.
Thank you for your patience this morning. We look forward to seeing our students shortly.
This is the final update regarding today's schedule.
Bus Transportation Confirmed
The KCSD bus will be running today.
The bus will begin its pickup route shortly. Please ensure your students are ready.
School Start Time
We expect all students to start school at 10:00 AM following the Late Start schedule.
Drop-Off Locations
Elementary students will be dropped at the Elementary Building.
High School students will be dropped at the High School Building.
Thank you for your patience this morning. We look forward to seeing our students shortly.
📣 Staff Directive: Late Start & Attendance Procedures 📣
To KCSD Staff,
Please be advised that KCSD is implementing a Late Start today due to icy road conditions.
Required Staff Reporting Time
To ensure school is ready to operate, we require all staff to report to school by 9:30 AM.
Transportation Probability
We have been informed by the City that they are actively sanding the roads.
Based on this information, we are reasonably certain the buses will run today.
Therefore, teachers and staff should plan on being at school by 9:30 AM.
Leave and Absence Procedures
If you cannot safely make it to school and must take leave today, you must call the front office by 9:15 AM to notify us of your absence.
Thank you for your cooperation and commitment to safety as we manage this late start. We appreciate your efforts to report on time.
To KCSD Staff,
Please be advised that KCSD is implementing a Late Start today due to icy road conditions.
Required Staff Reporting Time
To ensure school is ready to operate, we require all staff to report to school by 9:30 AM.
Transportation Probability
We have been informed by the City that they are actively sanding the roads.
Based on this information, we are reasonably certain the buses will run today.
Therefore, teachers and staff should plan on being at school by 9:30 AM.
Leave and Absence Procedures
If you cannot safely make it to school and must take leave today, you must call the front office by 9:15 AM to notify us of your absence.
Thank you for your cooperation and commitment to safety as we manage this late start. We appreciate your efforts to report on time.
⚠️ Important Weather Alert & School Schedule Update ⚠️
To KCSD Families and Staff,
Due to treacherous icy road conditions in our district, the KCSD will be implementing a Late Start this morning, Friday, January 9, 2026.
School Start Time
School will now begin at 10:00 AM.
Transportation Update (Crucial Information)
We cannot guarantee bus transportation at this time. Road conditions are being continually assessed.
Families, please DO NOT drive to school.
Wait to hear from the district at 9:30 AM before departing for school.
We are currently unsure if the buses will run at all today.
However, we can confirm the following:
We will not be running the buses on the late start schedule.
We will make a final, definitive announcement regarding transportation at 9:30 AM.
How to Get the Next Update (at 9:30 AM)
Please watch for the final transportation decision via one of the following methods:
Text Message
Phone Call
Facebook Message (on the official KCSD page)
Email
Your safety is our top priority. Thank you for your patience as we wait for conditions to improve.
To KCSD Families and Staff,
Due to treacherous icy road conditions in our district, the KCSD will be implementing a Late Start this morning, Friday, January 9, 2026.
School Start Time
School will now begin at 10:00 AM.
Transportation Update (Crucial Information)
We cannot guarantee bus transportation at this time. Road conditions are being continually assessed.
Families, please DO NOT drive to school.
Wait to hear from the district at 9:30 AM before departing for school.
We are currently unsure if the buses will run at all today.
However, we can confirm the following:
We will not be running the buses on the late start schedule.
We will make a final, definitive announcement regarding transportation at 9:30 AM.
How to Get the Next Update (at 9:30 AM)
Please watch for the final transportation decision via one of the following methods:
Text Message
Phone Call
Facebook Message (on the official KCSD page)
Your safety is our top priority. Thank you for your patience as we wait for conditions to improve.
Emergency Late Start at 10:00 AM
Families- our bus cannot run.
We will open at 10:00 AM
Families- our bus cannot run.
We will open at 10:00 AM
Dear Kake Community,
We are looking forward to celebrating Kake Day with the community! This is a wonderful opportunity to honor our heritage and participate in community events.
Here is the plan regarding student attendance:
Grades K-8 Families: We welcome families to release their students from school to attend the Kake Day events with you. Please coordinate with the school office regarding release procedures for your child.
Grades 9-12 Students: High school students have the opportunity to join the school in attending the community Kake Day event. Because this celebration is part of the school day, we strongly encourage all students in grades 9-12 to attend with the teachers who have made plans to take groups of students.
We look forward to a day of community and celebration!
We are looking forward to celebrating Kake Day with the community! This is a wonderful opportunity to honor our heritage and participate in community events.
Here is the plan regarding student attendance:
Grades K-8 Families: We welcome families to release their students from school to attend the Kake Day events with you. Please coordinate with the school office regarding release procedures for your child.
Grades 9-12 Students: High school students have the opportunity to join the school in attending the community Kake Day event. Because this celebration is part of the school day, we strongly encourage all students in grades 9-12 to attend with the teachers who have made plans to take groups of students.
We look forward to a day of community and celebration!
School Update – School Is Open Today
Good morning families,
School will be open today. We understand that road conditions are icy, and we appreciate everyone taking extra care this morning.
The bus will run on its normal schedule. If families need additional time to get students to school safely, students will receive an excused tardy.
Please travel safely, and thank you for your patience and flexibility.
Good morning families,
School will be open today. We understand that road conditions are icy, and we appreciate everyone taking extra care this morning.
The bus will run on its normal schedule. If families need additional time to get students to school safely, students will receive an excused tardy.
Please travel safely, and thank you for your patience and flexibility.
Kake City School District is pleased to announce that the annual KCSD Teacher Survey is now open. This survey provides an opportunity for families, students, staff, and community members to share their experiences and observations related to certified teachers in our district. Your feedback plays an important role in helping us understand what is working well and where additional support may be needed.
This survey is conducted in accordance with Alaska Statute AS 14.20.149 and the Kake Education Association (KEA) Agreement, both of which outline the public’s right to provide input as part of the educator evaluation process. While this feedback is one component of the evaluation system, only certified evaluators—those holding a Type B certificate or trained administrators under supervision of a Type B certified administrator—conduct formal evaluations.
KCSD is committed to maintaining the highest standards of privacy and confidentiality. All responses submitted through the survey are confidential, and individual submissions are viewed only by the Superintendent or a designated certified supervisor. Teachers do not receive individual response data; instead, they are provided with aggregated trend information so that no one respondent or small group can be identified. This includes protections for areas with low response numbers, such as feedback connected to specific academic groups like early readers or low readers.
To support accurate and ongoing feedback, the survey may be completed more than once during the survey window from December 1 through April 1. Participants may choose to include their name or email, or may respond entirely anonymously.
KCSD encourages all members of our community to take a few minutes to participate. Your input helps strengthen our classrooms, guide professional growth, and support positive outcomes for all students. A link to the survey and an accompanying FAQ can be found on our district website.
If you have specific concerns about a teacher or administrator, we also encourage you to reach out to them directly in addition to completing the survey.
Take the Survey Here: https://forms.gle/CdLvbH5i6RzMFgp27
This survey is conducted in accordance with Alaska Statute AS 14.20.149 and the Kake Education Association (KEA) Agreement, both of which outline the public’s right to provide input as part of the educator evaluation process. While this feedback is one component of the evaluation system, only certified evaluators—those holding a Type B certificate or trained administrators under supervision of a Type B certified administrator—conduct formal evaluations.
KCSD is committed to maintaining the highest standards of privacy and confidentiality. All responses submitted through the survey are confidential, and individual submissions are viewed only by the Superintendent or a designated certified supervisor. Teachers do not receive individual response data; instead, they are provided with aggregated trend information so that no one respondent or small group can be identified. This includes protections for areas with low response numbers, such as feedback connected to specific academic groups like early readers or low readers.
To support accurate and ongoing feedback, the survey may be completed more than once during the survey window from December 1 through April 1. Participants may choose to include their name or email, or may respond entirely anonymously.
KCSD encourages all members of our community to take a few minutes to participate. Your input helps strengthen our classrooms, guide professional growth, and support positive outcomes for all students. A link to the survey and an accompanying FAQ can be found on our district website.
If you have specific concerns about a teacher or administrator, we also encourage you to reach out to them directly in addition to completing the survey.
Take the Survey Here: https://forms.gle/CdLvbH5i6RzMFgp27
School Is Open Tomorrow – Wednesday, 12/17/25
After two days of epic snow in Kake, we’re happy to share that school will be open tomorrow, Wednesday, December 17, 2025.
Keeping up with plowing and shoveling truly became a community effort, and we are incredibly grateful. A huge thank you to the City of Kake team for their dedicated work, and special thanks to Adam, Benson, Edgar, and Michael for plowing our school lots and helping make this possible.
It was amazing to see our community and our kids come together to help one another during this snowy stretch. We appreciate everyone’s support, flexibility, and teamwork.
We look forward to seeing our students back at school and welcoming those happy faces tomorrow.
After two days of epic snow in Kake, we’re happy to share that school will be open tomorrow, Wednesday, December 17, 2025.
Keeping up with plowing and shoveling truly became a community effort, and we are incredibly grateful. A huge thank you to the City of Kake team for their dedicated work, and special thanks to Adam, Benson, Edgar, and Michael for plowing our school lots and helping make this possible.
It was amazing to see our community and our kids come together to help one another during this snowy stretch. We appreciate everyone’s support, flexibility, and teamwork.
We look forward to seeing our students back at school and welcoming those happy faces tomorrow.
Kake City School District will be closed Tuesday, December 16, 2025, due to continued snowfall and unsafe travel conditions. An additional 5 to 8 inches of snow is expected overnight, and our parking lot and passing building need more time to be cleared to ensure safe travel by bus and car.
Thank you to our high school boys and girls basketball teams, along with Benson James and Michael Hadley, for helping with snow removal today. If you are able to volunteer with a shovel tomorrow, we would appreciate the help. Please stay safe.
Thank you to our high school boys and girls basketball teams, along with Benson James and Michael Hadley, for helping with snow removal today. If you are able to volunteer with a shovel tomorrow, we would appreciate the help. Please stay safe.
Kake City School District will be closed on Monday, December 15, 2025.
Due to icy road conditions and continued snow in the forecast, transportation to and from school is not safe for students and families, including our bus route. Please stay safe, and we will share updates if conditions change.
Due to icy road conditions and continued snow in the forecast, transportation to and from school is not safe for students and families, including our bus route. Please stay safe, and we will share updates if conditions change.
KCSD will have an early release on Friday, December 19, 2025.
Elementary (K–6):
• Students will be dismissed at 12:00 PM.
• Parent pick-up is at 12:00 PM.
• The bus will run at 12:00 PM for elementary students.
High School (7–12):
• Students will be dismissed at 12:30 PM.
• The bus will return for high school students at 12:30 PM.
• Students may need to wait briefly for the bus, or families are welcome to pick them up.
Thank you for helping us ensure a smooth early-release day. Please contact the school with any questions.
KCSD Families
School will be open tomorrow, 12/11. Thank you for your patience as we worked through staffing challenges caused by weather and illness. Student safety is always our top priority. We look forward to seeing everyone back tomorrow.
School will be open tomorrow, 12/11. Thank you for your patience as we worked through staffing challenges caused by weather and illness. Student safety is always our top priority. We look forward to seeing everyone back tomorrow.
Dear KCSD Families,
This is to let you know that Kake City School District will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, December 10th, 2025. At this time, we do not have enough available teachers, paraprofessionals, or substitute staff to safely operate our school programs. We also continue to see a high number of student illnesses.
In making this decision, the district is following the guidance outlined in our KCSD Wellness Policy, which supports actions that protect student and staff health and ensure safe learning environments.
School will remain closed for the full day of 12/10/25. We appreciate your understanding as we work to keep our school community healthy and safe.
All extra-curricular activities are also cancelled in 12/10/25.
This is to let you know that Kake City School District will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, December 10th, 2025. At this time, we do not have enough available teachers, paraprofessionals, or substitute staff to safely operate our school programs. We also continue to see a high number of student illnesses.
In making this decision, the district is following the guidance outlined in our KCSD Wellness Policy, which supports actions that protect student and staff health and ensure safe learning environments.
School will remain closed for the full day of 12/10/25. We appreciate your understanding as we work to keep our school community healthy and safe.
All extra-curricular activities are also cancelled in 12/10/25.
***ELEMENTARY ONLY***
Due to unexpected staffing shortages and illness, our elementary students (K–6) will have an early release today (12/9/25) at 1:00 PM. Please make arrangements for pickup at that time.
IMPORTATN--Junior high and high school students will remain in school for the full day as scheduled.
Thank you for your understanding and flexibility.
Due to unexpected staffing shortages and illness, our elementary students (K–6) will have an early release today (12/9/25) at 1:00 PM. Please make arrangements for pickup at that time.
IMPORTATN--Junior high and high school students will remain in school for the full day as scheduled.
Thank you for your understanding and flexibility.
Help Us Improve KCSD Communication
**Take our Survey**: Link: https://forms.gle/ndLQtx8Nmdw5wmLN7
Kake City School District is reviewing how we share important general school information with families. We want to be sure you’re receiving updates in the way that works best for you.
Please take a moment to complete our short Family Communication Preferences Survey. Your feedback will help us decide which tools—Facebook, email, text messages, our website, or community flyers—are most effective for keeping you informed.
Your input truly matters, and the survey only takes a minute.
Thank you for helping us strengthen communication across our district.
Survey Link Here: https://forms.gle/ndLQtx8Nmdw5wmLN7
**Take our Survey**: Link: https://forms.gle/ndLQtx8Nmdw5wmLN7
Kake City School District is reviewing how we share important general school information with families. We want to be sure you’re receiving updates in the way that works best for you.
Please take a moment to complete our short Family Communication Preferences Survey. Your feedback will help us decide which tools—Facebook, email, text messages, our website, or community flyers—are most effective for keeping you informed.
Your input truly matters, and the survey only takes a minute.
Thank you for helping us strengthen communication across our district.
Survey Link Here: https://forms.gle/ndLQtx8Nmdw5wmLN7
***Today After School***
Join us to kick off Cheer Squad! for Grades K-12. 12/5 2:00 PM.
Join Ms. Nikki in the Elementary Commons. Parents please let us know if you bus student will be staying
Join us to kick off Cheer Squad! for Grades K-12. 12/5 2:00 PM.
Join Ms. Nikki in the Elementary Commons. Parents please let us know if you bus student will be staying
Kake Christmas Program December 18th 6:00 PM
Dear Kake Community,
Kake City School District is sharing an important update regarding our high school volleyball program. After reviewing the eligibility requirements, we have determined that the team will not attend the state tournament this year. This decision was made with careful thought, and we recognize it is disappointing for many of our students and families.
Participation in athletics requires students to meet district expectations that support both their academic success and their growth as teammates. These expectations are in place across all KCSD sports to help student-athletes stay on track in the classroom while representing our school with pride.
While eligibility played a role in this outcome, it is important to emphasize that successful athletic programs depend on full-team accountability. It does not matter how many students met eligibility requirements or how many did not. A team functions as a whole, and teammates must uphold expectations together, encourage one another, and ensure everyone is meeting academic responsibilities from the start of the season to the end. Supporting one another on and off the court is essential to the strength and success of any team.
We want to extend our sincere appreciation to the two coaches who supported our volleyball program this season. Their leadership, encouragement, and commitment to our students were evident every step of the way, and we are grateful for the time and energy they invested in our athletes. We also want to thank all KCSD coaches who volunteer their time and dedication throughout the year. Their ongoing support makes a tremendous difference in the lives of our students, both on and off the court.
As a district, we are committed to learning from this moment. I speak for our teachers and administrators when I say we will reflect on how we can better support our students academically and ensure strong systems are in place to help student-athletes uphold expectations. We will continue working to strengthen the academic foundation and accountability structures that support all of our programs' thriving.
Thank you for your understanding and for your continued support of our students. We remain committed to providing opportunities that reflect the pride, integrity, and values of Kake City School District.
Kake City School District is sharing an important update regarding our high school volleyball program. After reviewing the eligibility requirements, we have determined that the team will not attend the state tournament this year. This decision was made with careful thought, and we recognize it is disappointing for many of our students and families.
Participation in athletics requires students to meet district expectations that support both their academic success and their growth as teammates. These expectations are in place across all KCSD sports to help student-athletes stay on track in the classroom while representing our school with pride.
While eligibility played a role in this outcome, it is important to emphasize that successful athletic programs depend on full-team accountability. It does not matter how many students met eligibility requirements or how many did not. A team functions as a whole, and teammates must uphold expectations together, encourage one another, and ensure everyone is meeting academic responsibilities from the start of the season to the end. Supporting one another on and off the court is essential to the strength and success of any team.
We want to extend our sincere appreciation to the two coaches who supported our volleyball program this season. Their leadership, encouragement, and commitment to our students were evident every step of the way, and we are grateful for the time and energy they invested in our athletes. We also want to thank all KCSD coaches who volunteer their time and dedication throughout the year. Their ongoing support makes a tremendous difference in the lives of our students, both on and off the court.
As a district, we are committed to learning from this moment. I speak for our teachers and administrators when I say we will reflect on how we can better support our students academically and ensure strong systems are in place to help student-athletes uphold expectations. We will continue working to strengthen the academic foundation and accountability structures that support all of our programs' thriving.
Thank you for your understanding and for your continued support of our students. We remain committed to providing opportunities that reflect the pride, integrity, and values of Kake City School District.
Kake City School District is excited to host two special days of activities in honor of Native American Heritage Month! Join us as we celebrate culture, language, stories, and traditions with our students.
We warmly welcome and appreciate all volunteers, Elders, families, and community members who would like to participate, observe, drum, dance, or share cultural knowledge. Your presence enriches these experiences for our students, and we are grateful for your involvement.
📅 Monday, November 24 – Rock Your Mocs & Regalia
A full day of drumming, dancing, NYO demonstrations, storytelling, and cultural activities!
🕘 9:00–9:45 – HS Gym: Drumming & Dancing with Keex Kwaan Dancers
🕘 9:50–10:25 –
• K–2 in HS Gym: Native Youth Olympics (NYO). with Martha Thomas
• 3–6 in Elementary Commons: Activities with Annie Martin & Justin McDonald
🕥 10:30–11:00 –
• 3–6 in HS Gym: NYO with Martha Thomas
• K–2 in Elementary Commons: Activities with Annie & Justin
🍽 Lunch Break
🕧 12:30–1:00 –
• K–2: Storytelling with Rob Mills
• 3–6: Cultural Show & Tell with Rudy Bean
🕐 1:00–1:30 –
• 3–6: Storytelling with Rob Mills
• K–2: Cultural Show & Tell with Rudy Bean
🧒 1:30–2:00 – PreK with Timmy & Ruth Demmert
🕑 2:00–2:25 – K–2 with Timmy & Ruth
🕝 2:30–2:55 – 3–6 with Timmy & Ruth
📅 Tuesday, November 25 – Boujie Native Day
Wear your favorite Native jewelry and accessories!
🕘 9:00–9:30 –
• K–2: Elementary Commons with Annie & Justin
• 3–4: TBD with Timmy & Ruth
• 5–6: TBD – Stories with volunteers
🕤 9:35–10:00 –
• 3–4: Elementary Commons with Annie & Justin
• 5–6: TBD with Timmy & Ruth
• K–2: TBD – Stories with volunteers
🕙 10:05–10:30 –
• 5–6: Elementary Commons with Annie & Justin
• K–2: TBD with Timmy & Ruth
• 3–4: TBD – Stories with volunteers
🍽 Lunch Break
🕛 12:00–1:00 – Teacher classroom activities
(Optional: Goodáx Xát Sáyá? audio, Tlingit coloring pages, or button blanket projects)
✨ We deeply appreciate everyone who contributes to making these days meaningful.
If you are interested in volunteering, sharing a story, demonstrating a skill, or supporting in any way, please join us , your involvement strengthens our community and enriches our students’ understanding of their heritage.
We look forward to celebrating together!
Gunalchéesh!