5/19/2026: School Board Work Session

The Anchorage School District held a School Board Work Session on May 19, 2026, primarily focused on discussing changes to the elementary health and physical education curriculum amid budget constraints. The board reviewed the integration of health topics into the existing English Language Arts curriculum (CKLA) rather than adopting a standalone health curriculum, due to financial limitations and reductions in specialist staff. The discussion included concerns about curriculum adoption, fidelity to state standards, and the challenges of implementing an integrated curriculum without a full pilot or comprehensive task force. Board members also addressed policy alignment, training for teachers, and the need for ongoing evaluation of the new approach. The session concluded with a motion to adjourn to an executive session for legal updates, negotiations, and contracts, indicating potential procurement or contract discussions in closed session.