We are so excited to welcome our students and families back for a wonderful, healthy, and successful school year. To keep our school community safe and thriving, please review the following important health and enrollment guidelines before the first day:
Required Immunizations: All students must have up-to-date immunization records on file prior to the start of school. Per district policy, students without updated records cannot be admitted.
Allergy Reports: Your child’s safety is our priority. Please ensure all known allergies (food, environmental, or medication) are fully reported to the main office and school nurse prior to day one.
Stay Home When Sick: To protect classmates and staff, please keep your child home if they are showing symptoms of illness, running a fever, or feeling unwell.
Head Lice Prevention & Care: In group settings, head lice can occasionally happen. We ask all families to check their children regularly at home. If lice or nits are detected, please treat your child fully before they return to the classroom.
Thank you for partnering with us to keep our school healthy, safe, and ready to learn.
Required Immunizations: All students must have up-to-date immunization records on file prior to the start of school. Per district policy, students without updated records cannot be admitted.
Allergy Reports: Your child’s safety is our priority. Please ensure all known allergies (food, environmental, or medication) are fully reported to the main office and school nurse prior to day one.
Stay Home When Sick: To protect classmates and staff, please keep your child home if they are showing symptoms of illness, running a fever, or feeling unwell.
Head Lice Prevention & Care: In group settings, head lice can occasionally happen. We ask all families to check their children regularly at home. If lice or nits are detected, please treat your child fully before they return to the classroom.
Thank you for partnering with us to keep our school healthy, safe, and ready to learn.
🎒 Online Student Registration for the 2026–2027 School Year is Now OPEN! 📚
We are excited to announce that online registration for all new and returning students (Grades K–12) is officially live on our website!
💻 How to Register Online
Head over to kakeschools.com
Click on the New Student Registration or Returning Student link on the main homepage.
Follow the simple steps to submit your information and update your forms.
🏫 In-Person Registration Schedule
If you prefer or need to register in person, sessions will ONLY happen during the designated times below:
Grades 7 & 8: Thursday, August 20 | 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Freshmen (9th Grade): Friday, August 21 | 9:15 AM – 10:15 AM
Sophomores & Juniors (10th & 11th Grade): Friday, August 21 | 10:15 AM – 11:00 AM
Seniors (12th Grade): Friday, August 21 | 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM
Elementary (Grades K–6): Friday, August 21 | 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM (Elementary Commons)
If you have any questions or need assistance accessing the online portal, please call the main office (after Wednesday) we are happy to help! We can't wait to welcome all of our students back for a fantastic school year! 🌟
We are excited to announce that online registration for all new and returning students (Grades K–12) is officially live on our website!
💻 How to Register Online
Head over to kakeschools.com
Click on the New Student Registration or Returning Student link on the main homepage.
Follow the simple steps to submit your information and update your forms.
🏫 In-Person Registration Schedule
If you prefer or need to register in person, sessions will ONLY happen during the designated times below:
Grades 7 & 8: Thursday, August 20 | 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Freshmen (9th Grade): Friday, August 21 | 9:15 AM – 10:15 AM
Sophomores & Juniors (10th & 11th Grade): Friday, August 21 | 10:15 AM – 11:00 AM
Seniors (12th Grade): Friday, August 21 | 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM
Elementary (Grades K–6): Friday, August 21 | 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM (Elementary Commons)
If you have any questions or need assistance accessing the online portal, please call the main office (after Wednesday) we are happy to help! We can't wait to welcome all of our students back for a fantastic school year! 🌟
Ms. Tessa was raised in Kake and returned home in 2015 after spending several years living in Anchorage.
After many years serving the Kake City School District in the business office, most recently as Business Manager, she is excited to begin a new chapter as the 3rd grade teacher.
She holds a bachelor's degree and is excited to bring her years of service to the district, love for her community, and love of learning into her classroom. She enjoys spending time with her family, as well as kayaking, reading, and going to the beach. Her family spends summers together aboard their tender during the salmon season.
Throughout the year, they also enjoy Alaska's subsistence lifestyle, putting up salmon, halibut, venison, and berries. She is especially honored to teach the next generation of students in the community that helped shape her own childhood.
After many years serving the Kake City School District in the business office, most recently as Business Manager, she is excited to begin a new chapter as the 3rd grade teacher.
She holds a bachelor's degree and is excited to bring her years of service to the district, love for her community, and love of learning into her classroom. She enjoys spending time with her family, as well as kayaking, reading, and going to the beach. Her family spends summers together aboard their tender during the salmon season.
Throughout the year, they also enjoy Alaska's subsistence lifestyle, putting up salmon, halibut, venison, and berries. She is especially honored to teach the next generation of students in the community that helped shape her own childhood.
Welcome to Kake, Lainie and Jerry!
A huge welcome to Lainie Walker, who arrived in town yesterday and is excited to join Kake City School as a teacher this year. Lainie brings more than 20 years of experience teaching middle and high school students across the United States and internationally. She is passionate about creating engaging, hands-on learning experiences that help students build confidence, leadership, and practical life skills. Outside the classroom, Lainie enjoys hiking, traveling, scrapbooking, crocheting, and spending time with the couple's two dogs, Riley and Rosey.
Joining her is her husband, Jerry, who recently retired after a successful career owning and operating an industrial hardware distribution business, as well as officiating as a girls' showcase softball umpire. Jerry is eager to serve the school and local community, spend time outdoors, work with their dogs, and dive into his passion for fishing.
Lainie and Jerry are currently van-camping around town until their housing opens up on September 1st. If you see them out and about, or spot Riley and Rosey, be sure to give them a warm Kake greeting! They are thrilled to become part of the community and look forward to getting to know students, families, and neighbors throughout the year.
A huge welcome to Lainie Walker, who arrived in town yesterday and is excited to join Kake City School as a teacher this year. Lainie brings more than 20 years of experience teaching middle and high school students across the United States and internationally. She is passionate about creating engaging, hands-on learning experiences that help students build confidence, leadership, and practical life skills. Outside the classroom, Lainie enjoys hiking, traveling, scrapbooking, crocheting, and spending time with the couple's two dogs, Riley and Rosey.
Joining her is her husband, Jerry, who recently retired after a successful career owning and operating an industrial hardware distribution business, as well as officiating as a girls' showcase softball umpire. Jerry is eager to serve the school and local community, spend time outdoors, work with their dogs, and dive into his passion for fishing.
Lainie and Jerry are currently van-camping around town until their housing opens up on September 1st. If you see them out and about, or spot Riley and Rosey, be sure to give them a warm Kake greeting! They are thrilled to become part of the community and look forward to getting to know students, families, and neighbors throughout the year.
Kaayeekán yoo xat duwasáakw, yéil naax xat sitee. T'akdeintaan áyá yat, Chookaneidí yádi yat sitee. Sheet'káx' yéi xat yatee. Kaayeekán (Haylee) Steffes was born and raised in Sitka.
Haylee recently earned their Master of Arts in Teaching through the University of Alaska Southeast. They have worked in Sitka to codevelop place based curriculum so that students can see themselves reflected in their learning. When not working, you can find Haylee with their family, beading, weaving or out harvesting.
Haylee recently earned their Master of Arts in Teaching through the University of Alaska Southeast. They have worked in Sitka to codevelop place based curriculum so that students can see themselves reflected in their learning. When not working, you can find Haylee with their family, beading, weaving or out harvesting.
Krystal is from Pensacola, Florida, and has lived just outside Lawrence, Kansas, for the past nine years. She has a grown son, daughter, and a three-year-old granddaughter.
For the past 25 years, she has dedicated her career to helping students grow with confidence and dignity. She taught grades PreK-12 and has worked with students with mild to moderate disabilities as well as those with severe and profound disabilities.
From Kystal, "My work reflects my deep commitment to advocacy, compassion, and making a lasting difference in the lives of my students. I am thankful to have the opportunity to work with the students, families, staff and faculty of Kake and look forward to a great school year! "
For the past 25 years, she has dedicated her career to helping students grow with confidence and dignity. She taught grades PreK-12 and has worked with students with mild to moderate disabilities as well as those with severe and profound disabilities.
From Kystal, "My work reflects my deep commitment to advocacy, compassion, and making a lasting difference in the lives of my students. I am thankful to have the opportunity to work with the students, families, staff and faculty of Kake and look forward to a great school year! "
🎉 Hey KCSD Family! Summer's winding down and we're getting ready to welcome YOU back! 🎒
📅 First Day Back: August 19, 2026 @ 8:00 AM
Here's your quick to-do list before then:
✅ Check your email! Can you still log in? The agenda for our first day will land in your inbox, so make sure you're good to go.
✅ Update your phone number! If your contact info has changed over the summer, let us know so we can reach you.
✅ New hires — check in with the office on 8/17/2026 so we can get all your paperwork squared away before the big day!
We can't wait to see everyone. Let's make this year amazing! 🌟🇺
📅 First Day Back: August 19, 2026 @ 8:00 AM
Here's your quick to-do list before then:
✅ Check your email! Can you still log in? The agenda for our first day will land in your inbox, so make sure you're good to go.
✅ Update your phone number! If your contact info has changed over the summer, let us know so we can reach you.
✅ New hires — check in with the office on 8/17/2026 so we can get all your paperwork squared away before the big day!
We can't wait to see everyone. Let's make this year amazing! 🌟🇺
UPDATE ***Here are the essential details and deadlines for parents and student-athletes:
Practice Schedule: Practice times are posted on the school website at kakeschools.com.
Travel Eligibility: Students must complete 10 full practices to be eligible for travel.
Travel Roster: Only the top 3 boys and top 3 girls will be traveling for the pre-regionals trip.
Last Day to Join: The final deadline to join the team depends on the pre-regionals travel plan, which will be finalized with Hadley on Thursday.
Parent Meeting: Friday at 4:00 PM. Final travel eligibility and rosters will be communicated during this meeting.
Jr. High will start August 19th.
Note: Please make sure your student attends all scheduled practices to hit the 10-practice requirement for travel eligibility!
Practice Schedule: Practice times are posted on the school website at kakeschools.com.
Travel Eligibility: Students must complete 10 full practices to be eligible for travel.
Travel Roster: Only the top 3 boys and top 3 girls will be traveling for the pre-regionals trip.
Last Day to Join: The final deadline to join the team depends on the pre-regionals travel plan, which will be finalized with Hadley on Thursday.
Parent Meeting: Friday at 4:00 PM. Final travel eligibility and rosters will be communicated during this meeting.
Jr. High will start August 19th.
Note: Please make sure your student attends all scheduled practices to hit the 10-practice requirement for travel eligibility!
We are so excited to announce that Mechelle Belanger is joining our district as the new High School Math Teacher! She lands in Kake tomorrow, July 21st, on the 10:00 AM flight.
If you happen to see her around town or at the airport, please feel free to throw a warm Kake wave her way or give her a friendly hello to help her feel right at home as she settles in. We are so glad to have her joining our school family and community! 🧮✨
If you happen to see her around town or at the airport, please feel free to throw a warm Kake wave her way or give her a friendly hello to help her feel right at home as she settles in. We are so glad to have her joining our school family and community! 🧮✨
🌱 🐟 Subsistence Season is Here! 🌊 🛶
As families begin heading out for subsistence activities this season, please keep Kake Schools Migrant Education Program in mind. If your family is fishing, berry picking, gathering, or harvesting- let Tera @ Kake schools know so we can help document activities that may support Migrant Education eligibility for students.
Thank you for helping us support our students and families while honoring these important in traditions. ❤️
As families begin heading out for subsistence activities this season, please keep Kake Schools Migrant Education Program in mind. If your family is fishing, berry picking, gathering, or harvesting- let Tera @ Kake schools know so we can help document activities that may support Migrant Education eligibility for students.
Thank you for helping us support our students and families while honoring these important in traditions. ❤️
Get ready to beat the summer slide and level up your skills! Our Summer Tutoring Program kicks off on June 1, 2026! Whether you want to stay ahead of the game or need a little extra boost, our amazing tutors are ready to help you shine. ✨
Here is everything you need to know to get ready:
📅 Weekly Schedule
Monday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Tuesday: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Check in with our team, Mr. Rudy, Ms. Markie and Ms. Jacyn at the library.
Here is everything you need to know to get ready:
📅 Weekly Schedule
Monday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Tuesday: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Check in with our team, Mr. Rudy, Ms. Markie and Ms. Jacyn at the library.
Parents and staff, the weather is keeping us on our toes! We are determined to give our students a fantastic end-of-year experience, but we need a little flexibility over the next two days. Here is the game plan:
🏖️ TOMORROW (Thursday) – Beach Day
Plan A: Full day at Culture Camp beach!
Plan B (If it rains in the AM): "Beach Day" moves inside the classrooms.
Note: If the weather clears later, we might start late and head to the beach in the afternoon.
Students should bring their own lunches either way. Stay tuned, we will use texts, Facebook and email to keep you up to speed.
🏅 FRIDAY – Field Day
If the sun shines, we are outdoor bound!
If it rains, we are moving to an awesome Indoor Field Day schedule:
🏃♂️ Relays & Tug of War: Elementary Gym (Heea & Eric)
🎲 Games & Trivia: Art/Science Room (Tessa & Ms. Grant)
🎯 Corn Hole & Lap Ball Baseball: High School Gym (Mr. Lewis, Shane, & Nick)
🎨 Art & Face Painting: Elementary Commons (Dorothy, Tauni, Jacyn, Markie, & Charlette)
🚧 Tape Obstacle Course: High School Hallway (Mr. Johnson)
📝 Credit Recovery: Mrs. Arceta’s Room
Thank you all so much for your flexibility and willingness to adapt. We’ll keep monitoring the skies and post updates as we have them! 🤞✨
🏖️ TOMORROW (Thursday) – Beach Day
Plan A: Full day at Culture Camp beach!
Plan B (If it rains in the AM): "Beach Day" moves inside the classrooms.
Note: If the weather clears later, we might start late and head to the beach in the afternoon.
Students should bring their own lunches either way. Stay tuned, we will use texts, Facebook and email to keep you up to speed.
🏅 FRIDAY – Field Day
If the sun shines, we are outdoor bound!
If it rains, we are moving to an awesome Indoor Field Day schedule:
🏃♂️ Relays & Tug of War: Elementary Gym (Heea & Eric)
🎲 Games & Trivia: Art/Science Room (Tessa & Ms. Grant)
🎯 Corn Hole & Lap Ball Baseball: High School Gym (Mr. Lewis, Shane, & Nick)
🎨 Art & Face Painting: Elementary Commons (Dorothy, Tauni, Jacyn, Markie, & Charlette)
🚧 Tape Obstacle Course: High School Hallway (Mr. Johnson)
📝 Credit Recovery: Mrs. Arceta’s Room
Thank you all so much for your flexibility and willingness to adapt. We’ll keep monitoring the skies and post updates as we have them! 🤞✨
Join us today for the High School Student Academic and Athletic Awards Ceremony.
1:00 PM- High School Gym
1:00 PM- High School Gym
🌊 Tuesday, May 19: Sea Day & Beach Clean-Up
We are pairing our typical Sea Day with a community beach clean-up effort.
Elementary School (9:00 AM – 10:30 AM-ish): Our elementary students are heading to Presbyterian Beach to explore the tidepools. We will have bags available for any trash they find.
7th & 8th Grade (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM): Heading to Culture Camp for their clean-up rotation.
9th–11th Grade (1:00 PM – 3:00 PM-ish): Heading to Seal Point. They will be heading back around 2:30 PM. The picnic area is already in great shape, so our high schoolers will be safely focusing their efforts on the shoreline and on the rocks.
Food & Water Note: The City of Kake (thank you Mayor!!) is generously providing fruit, cheese, veggies, and hopefully some traditional food for the kids to snack on. Please make sure your student has a water bottle and good clothes for that day.
We are pairing our typical Sea Day with a community beach clean-up effort.
Elementary School (9:00 AM – 10:30 AM-ish): Our elementary students are heading to Presbyterian Beach to explore the tidepools. We will have bags available for any trash they find.
7th & 8th Grade (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM): Heading to Culture Camp for their clean-up rotation.
9th–11th Grade (1:00 PM – 3:00 PM-ish): Heading to Seal Point. They will be heading back around 2:30 PM. The picnic area is already in great shape, so our high schoolers will be safely focusing their efforts on the shoreline and on the rocks.
Food & Water Note: The City of Kake (thank you Mayor!!) is generously providing fruit, cheese, veggies, and hopefully some traditional food for the kids to snack on. Please make sure your student has a water bottle and good clothes for that day.
The Kake City School District is officially seeking dedicated individuals to fill our Extra Duty and Co-Curricular positions for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year.
Whether you are passionate about athletics, academic clubs, or student mentorship, we invite you to play a vital role in enriching our students' educational experience outside the classroom.
How to Apply
If you are interested in contributing your time and talents to our school community, please complete the official interest form via the link below:
👉 2026-2027 Interest Form
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfQxA1QkPh5MfkJ97WE3rFzTxViu6I7_TBDcIzgnqRJYcV57Q/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=118231821409159798549
Whether you are passionate about athletics, academic clubs, or student mentorship, we invite you to play a vital role in enriching our students' educational experience outside the classroom.
How to Apply
If you are interested in contributing your time and talents to our school community, please complete the official interest form via the link below:
👉 2026-2027 Interest Form
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfQxA1QkPh5MfkJ97WE3rFzTxViu6I7_TBDcIzgnqRJYcV57Q/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=118231821409159798549
As our Seniors prepare to walk the stage, let’s show them the path. 🎓
In our schools, we teach our students that words have power. From their first day of kindergarten to their final walk as seniors, we encourage them to be "bucket fillers," to lead with empathy, and to support one another through every challenge.
But as our seniors prepare to walk out of our halls and into our community, these lessons shouldn't stop at the school grounds.
Our kids are watching us. They are looking to the adults in this tight-knit community to see if we practice what we preach. Let’s make sure we are modeling the same kindness, respect, and patience we expect to see in our classrooms.
As we celebrate this milestone, let’s choose grace over conflict . We are better together,for our seniors, and for each other. 🤝❤️
In our schools, we teach our students that words have power. From their first day of kindergarten to their final walk as seniors, we encourage them to be "bucket fillers," to lead with empathy, and to support one another through every challenge.
But as our seniors prepare to walk out of our halls and into our community, these lessons shouldn't stop at the school grounds.
Our kids are watching us. They are looking to the adults in this tight-knit community to see if we practice what we preach. Let’s make sure we are modeling the same kindness, respect, and patience we expect to see in our classrooms.
As we celebrate this milestone, let’s choose grace over conflict . We are better together,for our seniors, and for each other. 🤝❤️
📚✨ BIG NEWS: The Book Fair is Finally Here! ✨📚
Our favorite week of the year has arrived! We are so excited to open the doors to a world of adventure, mystery, and discovery.
Here is everything you need to know:
🕒 When to Visit
12:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Student Shopping! Students will be visiting the fair with their teachers and classmates during school hours.
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Open House! We invite all families and community members to stop by, browse the shelves, and help us celebrate a love for reading.
🎟️ Book Fair Bucks
Our students have been working hard to earn "Book Fair Bucks"! They can use these special rewards to "buy" their favorite titles and build their very own home libraries. We are so proud of their efforts!
Our favorite week of the year has arrived! We are so excited to open the doors to a world of adventure, mystery, and discovery.
Here is everything you need to know:
🕒 When to Visit
12:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Student Shopping! Students will be visiting the fair with their teachers and classmates during school hours.
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Open House! We invite all families and community members to stop by, browse the shelves, and help us celebrate a love for reading.
🎟️ Book Fair Bucks
Our students have been working hard to earn "Book Fair Bucks"! They can use these special rewards to "buy" their favorite titles and build their very own home libraries. We are so proud of their efforts!
Happening now!
We are so excited to invite our future Kindergarteners and their families to our Cruising into Kindergarten and Child Find event TODAY
What’s happening:
✅ For Kids: Play-based screening stations in the preschool room with our preschool team.
✅ For Parents: Kindergarten orientation with Ms. Tauni (packets, schedules, and busing info).
✅ Registration: On-site PowerSchool sign-up support in the Commons.
✅ Dinner: Take-home meals for the family (pending Seaplane delivery! ✈️).
Choose your session: 🕒 Session 1: 1:30 PM – 2:15 PM 🕒 Session 2: 2:30 PM – 3:15 PM
📍 Start at the Check-in Desk in the Elementary Commons.
We can't wait to see our newest students there! 🎒✨
We are so excited to invite our future Kindergarteners and their families to our Cruising into Kindergarten and Child Find event TODAY
What’s happening:
✅ For Kids: Play-based screening stations in the preschool room with our preschool team.
✅ For Parents: Kindergarten orientation with Ms. Tauni (packets, schedules, and busing info).
✅ Registration: On-site PowerSchool sign-up support in the Commons.
✅ Dinner: Take-home meals for the family (pending Seaplane delivery! ✈️).
Choose your session: 🕒 Session 1: 1:30 PM – 2:15 PM 🕒 Session 2: 2:30 PM – 3:15 PM
📍 Start at the Check-in Desk in the Elementary Commons.
We can't wait to see our newest students there! 🎒✨
At KCSD, we don't just have teachers; we have everyday heroes, mentors, and the incredible architects of our students’ futures! 🌟 Every day, our dedicated classroom teachers and our vital instructional support staff pour their hearts, energy, and creativity into making learning come alive.
They inspire curiosity, champion potential, and nurture the unique strengths of every child who walks through our doors.
How can you help us celebrate?
THANK YOUR CHILD'S TEACHERS: Take a moment this week, send an email, write a card, or simply say "Thank You" at drop-off/pick-off. A small gesture means the world.
THANK OUR ENTIRE INSTRUCTIONAL TEAM: Our amazing paraprofessionals, specialists, and support staff work tirelessly behind the scenes and alongside our teachers. They are essential!
SHARE YOUR APPRECIATION: Use the comments below 👇 to share a quick story, a shout-out to a specific teacher or staff member, or just some love for all the incredible work they do!
To our KCSD educators: Thank you for being the heart of our community. We appreciate you more than words can say.
They inspire curiosity, champion potential, and nurture the unique strengths of every child who walks through our doors.
How can you help us celebrate?
THANK YOUR CHILD'S TEACHERS: Take a moment this week, send an email, write a card, or simply say "Thank You" at drop-off/pick-off. A small gesture means the world.
THANK OUR ENTIRE INSTRUCTIONAL TEAM: Our amazing paraprofessionals, specialists, and support staff work tirelessly behind the scenes and alongside our teachers. They are essential!
SHARE YOUR APPRECIATION: Use the comments below 👇 to share a quick story, a shout-out to a specific teacher or staff member, or just some love for all the incredible work they do!
To our KCSD educators: Thank you for being the heart of our community. We appreciate you more than words can say.
Check out our kids cleaning up for Earth Day! Great job to the kids, teachers and staff that participated. Thank you, OVK, for the bags and snacks.
