Inside the Anchorage School District’s New Academic Plan and Budget Recovery

In Depth Alaska

Inside the Anchorage School District’s New Academic Plan and Budget Recovery

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Published on Aug 17, 2026, 8:06:09 PM
Total time: 00:15:22

Episode Description

In this episode, we sit down with ASD Superintendent Jharrett Bryant to discuss balancing a $90 million structural shortfall, adding back 100+ educator positions, and focusing on academic basics. Learn how the district plans to rebuild community trust with the new "ASD Listens" initiative, expand career technical education, and navigate the future of school funding.

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