In this episode of ASD Shine Bright The Podcast, we’re heading to East High School to celebrate the now three-time state champion cross-country runner Katahdin Staples and Head Coach Christina Shurtleff.

Listen in as they reflect on a successful season for Kahtadin and both the East boys and girls teams, the hard work and dedication it takes to compete at the highest level, and how the daily grind turns into a greater purpose: striving to be the best!

In this episode of ASD Shine Bright The Podcast, we continue celebrating Principal Appreciation Month by heading to Central Middle School of Science to shine a light on Principal Chris Kleckner and Assistant Principal Molly Sharp!

Listen in as they share their educational journeys, what inspired them to become school leaders, why they love being principals, and what makes being a Central Husky so special!

In this episode of ASD Shine Bright The Podcast, we celebrate Chugiak High School’s Partners Club, named the 2026 Special Olympics Alaska School Program of the Year at the Breakfast with Champions!

Listen in on how how students and staff are helping build a more inclusive school community where everyone has the opportunity to connect, participate, and shine.

Tune in to celebrate the power of inclusion, teamwork, and making a difference together 💙🖤

What happens when basketball meets big dreams?

On Friday, November 6, ASD fifth graders will cheer on the UAA Seawolves men’s basketball team as they take on Evergreen State at 11 a.m. during the 2026 ASD Slam Dunk Into Higher Education Game!

It’s more than a game day! Students will get to experience a college campus, explore educational programs and classes, and imagine the possibilities that come with higher education.

In this episode of ASD Shine Bright The Podcast, we talk with UAA players and ASD alumni Luke Johnston (Kincaid Elementary) and Xzavier Baker (Gladys Wood Elementary), along with Head Coach Cameron Turner, about the upcoming game and how they hope to inspire the next generation of Seawolves 💚💛

🏀 Tune in and get ready to cheer, dream big, and discover what’s possible!

This is an ASD Shine Bright special:

Check out the latest episode of Raven’s Call Podcast from Tyson Elementary, featuring a very special guest — Anchorage School District Superintendent Dr. Jharrett Bryantt!

Dr. Bryantt sat down with Tyson’s student leaders for a conversation led by the students, with plenty of great questions, laughs and insights along the way 😎

A big thank you to the student leaders for hosting and to Dr. Bryantt for hanging with the Ravens!

On the latest ASD Shine Bright Podcast, members of the Service High School Flag Football Team talk about what it means to be trusted as leaders and role models for their teammates.

It’s more than football—it’s about stepping up, taking responsibility and leading by example 💚 🏈

In the latest episode of the ASD Shine Bright Podcast, meet the 2026 East High School Story Squad and hear how these students are using storytelling, video, photography and interviews to shine a light on their school community.

As we kick off the new school year with our first ASD Shine Bright podcast, we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Sra. Tamia Hernandez and her 2nd grade classroom at Government Hill Elementary.

Hear directly from Sra. Hernandez, her students, and Principal Marks as they share their classroom experiences, learning, culture and what makes their school community special.