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![Upcoming District Communications Test]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726099537/k12northstarorg/dfohcdomazjap8y4t4yz/1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1726099537/k12northstarorg/dfohcdomazjap8y4t4yz/1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1726099537/k12northstarorg/dfohcdomazjap8y4t4yz/1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726099537/k12northstarorg/dfohcdomazjap8y4t4yz/1.jpg","width":1080}])
On Wednesday, September 25, the school district will send TEST emergency messages via email, text message, and automated phone call.
![Spring AK STAR and Alaska Science Assessment Results - Letter from Superintendent]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1725492673/k12northstarorg/btde0iqkfmn2tks4yo9m/AKStarResultsAvailable1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1725492673/k12northstarorg/btde0iqkfmn2tks4yo9m/AKStarResultsAvailable1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1725492673/k12northstarorg/btde0iqkfmn2tks4yo9m/AKStarResultsAvailable1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725492673/k12northstarorg/btde0iqkfmn2tks4yo9m/AKStarResultsAvailable1.png","width":1080}])
The State of Alaska has released the spring 2024 results for the AK STAR and Alaska Science Assessments.
![District Surplus Auction on September 7]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1725484805/k12northstarorg/fq6vmh7vubtkh4mvfn3a/2024FNSBSDSurplusAuction.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1725484805/k12northstarorg/fq6vmh7vubtkh4mvfn3a/2024FNSBSDSurplusAuction.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1725484805/k12northstarorg/fq6vmh7vubtkh4mvfn3a/2024FNSBSDSurplusAuction.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1725484805/k12northstarorg/fq6vmh7vubtkh4mvfn3a/2024FNSBSDSurplusAuction.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1725484805/k12northstarorg/fq6vmh7vubtkh4mvfn3a/2024FNSBSDSurplusAuction.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1725484805/k12northstarorg/fq6vmh7vubtkh4mvfn3a/2024FNSBSDSurplusAuction.jpg","width":2200}])
The annual school district surplus auction is this Saturday, September 7!
Live auction at the FNSBSD Central Warehouse, 1300 Minnie St, starting at 11 a.m.
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North Star News–a monthly newsletter provided to keep families and staff informed and engaged with their district.
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The Fairbanks North Star Borough School District (FNSBSD) has launched ParentSquare—a simple and unified school-to-home communication platform—to reach and engage every parent, helping ensure all parents have the opportunity to actively participate in their children’s education. ParentSquare is now available for staff and parents to use on their computers or mobile devices.
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Upcoming back to school events and information. First day of school is Thursday, August 15!
The Fairbanks North Star Borough School District (FNSBSD) Board of Education (Board), in its commitment to providing an excellent and equitable education for all students, unanimously approved a policy change on Tuesday, June 4, to include an appointment of an advisory board member from the Fairbanks Native Association (FNA). The FNA member shall provide input and advise the School Board on all matters that come before the Board, including sharing their unique perspective on how matters under consideration might affect the Alaska Native community and all district students.
The Fairbanks North Star Borough School District is participating in the Summer Food Service Program starting Monday, June 3, 2024. Meals will be provided to all children, 18 years and younger, without charge and are the same for all children regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability, there will be no discrimination in the course of the meal service.
Principal Newsletter
Daily Bulletin
Daily Bulletin - Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Schedule for the Day:
Wednesday's Schedule:
ADV, WTR, Period 5, Period 6, Period 1 and Period 2
Thursday's Schedule:
ADV, WTR, Period 3, Period 4, Period 5 and Period 6
Upcoming Events:
Wednesday, September 18, 2024:
SOS (7th & 8th Grade) Meeting During Advisory
Social Tickets on Sale During Lunch for $5.00
NO Cross Country Practice Today!
Girls' Basketball Practice 2:35-4:00pm
Soccer Games @ FYSA Fields
Ryan vs. Randy Smith
Boys play at 4:00pm – Field 3
Girls play at 5:30pm – Field 3
Thursday, September 19, 2024:
Social Tickets on Sale During Lunch for $5.00
MathCounts, Room 119 2:30-3:30pm
Cross Country Meet @ Chena Lakes (Hosted by North Pole Middle) 3:00pm
Girls' Basketball Games: Randy Smith @ Ryan 2:45pm
Friday, September 20, 2024:
PICTURE DAY! Students will take pictures in the Mat Room during Science classes.
Spirit Friday – Wear green, gold or black Wolverine swag
Social Tickets on Sale During Lunch for $5.00
NO Rainbow Club!
Social 2:30-4:00pm (Please make sure you are picked up no later than 4:15pm)
Next Week:
Question of the Day:
Monday: Would you rather be outside an hour in winter in a swimsuit or be outside for an hour in summer with a snowsuit?
Tuesday: What is something you eat that other people think is gross?
Wednesday: Do you think your confidence grows or shrinks as you get older?
Thursday: Would you rather have spaghetti noodle hair or have potato chip fingernails?
Friday: What is one way your phone (or other technology) takes control of you?
Bikes, Scooters and Skateboards
Remember when riding your bikes, boards, scooters, we ask that you don't ride them when you get to the front of the school as this can be safety hazard. Please step off your bike or scooter, then walk it to the school. If you have a skateboard, you will need to pick up and carry it.
Interested in Trying Out for Sports at Ryan This Year?
What do you need to try out for sports at Ryan: you need a Physical form filled out and signed by a doctor, a Concussion Awareness and Activity Consent form filled out and signed by you and a guardian or parent. These 3 forms need to be turned in at the office BEFORE trying out or attending any practices.
Please check in with the office to see if you already have one on file.
Upcoming Sports:
Soccer (August 19-September 27)
Track & Cross Country (August 19-September 27)
Girl's Basketball (August 19-October 12)
Leave Perfume, Body Sprays and Colognes at Home!
Students are not permitted to bring any sprays or aerosols, including but not limited to body spray (AXE), colognes, hairsprays, perfumes, etc.
Be Safe! - Stranger Danger!
Students, we have noticed that some of you are letting people in through other doors in the building. Please do not do this unless a teacher or staff member ask you to open it! Everyone needs to enter through the front doors and check in at the office. Even if it is a friend, they need to come through the front doors and check in. This is a serious Safety Concern and we would like everyone to help Ryan continue to be a safe place.
Chess Club Meets Tuesdays!
Do you like to play chess or do you want to learn how to play? Come to Chess Club on Tuesdays 2:20 - 3:30pm in Mr. Ludwig's room, 221. See you there!
School Board Resolutions
School Board Resolution 2025-03:
The Fairbanks North Star Borough of Education proclaims September 15, 2024-October 15, 2024 Hispanic Heritage Month and encourages schools, staff, and students to honor the historic contribution of Hispanics/Latinos through research, classroom lesson plans, guest speakers, displays, lectures, practical activities, and cultural celebrations.
Creative Writing Club
Do you know that Ryan has a Creative Writing Club? Are you interested in writing? Do you want to improve your writing craft? Are you interested in learning about the writing industry? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then we have a club for you!
Creative Writing Club will meet in the Library on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:20-3:15pm. Creative Writing Club is hosted by our very own award winning published fantasy writer, C.C. Milton.
MathCounts Starts on Thursday!
Do you like solving puzzles and finding easy solutions to difficult problems? Come join the MathCounts team to have fun and compete! All grades and abilities are welcome and there may even be food!
The first meeting is this Thursday (9/19) in Mrs. VanderMartin's room, Room 119 from 2:30-3:30pm.
Drama Anyone?
Who wants to put on a play? The Ryan Drama Association is looking for 11-15 Actors, any gender, to act in Hoodie by Lindsay Price, the sometimes funny, sometimes serious play about middle school life. See Mr. Gieser for your copy of the script. Rehearsals will begin soon.
Picture Day Volunteers Needed
We are looking for a few volunteers to help out with Picture Day this Friday, September 20th. Volunteers receive a coupon for a free basic package.
We are also looking for volunteers for Picture Retake Day on Friday, November 8th.
If you are interested in helping with either Picture Day, please call Becky at 907-452-4751 ext 13501.
Picture Day Information
Picture Day is this Friday! If you are interested in ordering a picture packet, please go to mylifetouch.com and use the Picture Day ID: EVTPBMGQ2.
Students will be taking pictures during their Science classes that day. Picture Retake Day will be on Friday, November 8th. If you have any questions, please contact the office at 907-452-4751.
Comments? Something to put in the bulletin? Email to becky.howk@k12northstar.org