Education (Curriculum)

in committee · Alaska · House Feb 23, 2026

HB 339: An Act establishing a personal finance education program for public schools; and providing for an effective date.

HB 339 requires Alaska public school districts to implement a mandatory personal finance education program for students in grades 9-12. The program, which must cover 15 specific topics including budgeting, debt management, taxes, insurance, and retirement planning, must be approved by the state education department. Students cannot receive a high school diploma without completing this program, though exceptions apply for students transferring after grade 10. The bill takes effect July 1, 2026, with the diploma requirement applying to graduates on or after January 1, 2027.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates mandatory personal finance curriculum for grades 9-12, requiring diploma completion, directly advancing educational content and student financial literacy skills.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum K-12 Education

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in committee · Alaska · Senate Apr 27, 2026

SB 228: An Act relating to the duties of the Department of Education and Early Development; relating to public education; and relating to opioid abuse awareness and prevention.

SB 228 requires Alaska public schools to implement an opioid awareness curriculum for students in grades 6-12. The bill mandates at least 60 minutes of annual instruction covering fentanyl dangers, candy-like opioid pills targeting children, safe prescription use, and early warning signs of addiction. Schools must teach this curriculum during the last week of October each year. The Department of Education must develop the curriculum with input from health officials and families impacted by opioid overdoses.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates opioid awareness curriculum for grades 6-12, requiring annual instruction on drug dangers and prevention within public education framework.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates opioid awareness curriculum in schools to prevent addiction, directly supporting public health initiatives through health official collaboration on fentanyl dangers and safe prescription use.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum Substance Abuse

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in committee · Alaska · Senate Mar 4, 2026

SB 209: An Act relating to high school graduation requirements and proficiency confirmation tools.

SB 209 establishes new assessment requirements for Alaska high school students to earn diplomas with "certified proficiency." It requires schools to administer proficiency confirmation tools in economics, science, social studies, language arts, and math for students in grades 8, 10, and 12, with the grade 12 assessment determining diploma eligibility. Students must achieve a "proficient" score in all subjects to receive a sealed diploma; districts must offer reassessment upon request for those who don't meet the standard. The law applies to students graduating on or after January 1, 2030, and updates graduation credit requirements (e.g., 21 units total, including specific social studies and economics credits).

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationEstablishes rigorous assessment requirements to confirm student proficiency for diplomas, reinforcing educational standards and accountability in K-12 education.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum K-12 Education Testing & Assessment

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in committee · Alaska · Senate Apr 16, 2026

SB 210: An Act relating to the recognition of Indigenous cultures in public education.

SB 210 requires Alaska public schools to incorporate Alaska Native and American Indian cultural heritage into education. It mandates schools to collaborate with local tribes when developing curriculum, policies, or educational goals, and to provide staff training through tribal consultations. The bill directly affects all public school districts and tribal entities across Alaska. Key provisions include requiring cooperative tribal engagement and staff cultural awareness training to ensure education is culturally responsive.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates tribal collaboration and cultural training in curricula, enhancing educational access and inclusivity per bill's requirements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum

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in committee · Alaska · House Apr 27, 2026

HB 237: An Act relating to mathematics education; relating to the duties of the Department of Education and Early Development; and relating to the duties of school districts.

HB 237 requires all Alaska public schools to provide 60 minutes daily (or 300 weekly) of mathematics instruction for students in kindergarten through eighth grade. It mandates school districts to use evidence-based instructional materials and assessments to monitor student progress, identify those needing intervention, and automatically enroll eligible students in advanced math courses. The Department of Education must provide districts with approved materials and assessments, while districts must implement teacher training programs focused on data-driven instruction and intervention strategies. This bill directly affects K-8 students, school districts, and math teachers across Alaska by establishing specific requirements for curriculum, assessment, and educator support.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates 60-min daily math instruction, evidence-based materials, and automatic advanced course enrollment for K-8, strengthening math education standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum K-12 Education Teachers

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in committee · Alaska · Senate Feb 14, 2025

SB 101: An Act relating to health and personal safety education.

This bill requires Alaska public schools to annually report detailed performance data to the state department, including specific metrics about student achievement, attendance, and school programs. It directly affects all public schools and their administrators, mandating they submit standardized reports covering accreditation, test results, graduation rates, and student enrollment changes. A key provision adds new requirements for schools to report on their health and personal safety education program, including participation numbers, teaching frequency, and grade levels taught. The bill amends existing school accountability laws (AS 14.03.120 and AS 14.16.050) to integrate these reporting standards, without creating new curriculum or funding.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates standardized reporting on student achievement, programs, and health/safety education to improve accountability and identify educational needs, aligning with support indicators.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum

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in committee · Alaska · House Apr 2, 2025

HB 168: An Act relating to civics education, civics assessments, and secondary school graduation requirements; and providing for an effective date.

HB 168 requires Alaska public high schools to implement a standardized civics education curriculum covering 14 specific topics, including U.S. founding documents, government branches, Alaska's constitution, and comparative global government systems. To earn a diploma, students must complete a semester-long civics course, pass a 100-question assessment based on the U.S. citizenship test, and either complete a civics project or provide evidence of prior passing scores. The bill mandates schools to document passing scores on student transcripts and allows limited exemptions for transfer students or those with disabilities. This directly affects all Alaska high school students seeking graduation, with requirements taking effect upon passage.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates standardized civics curriculum and assessments for graduation, strengthening K-12 educational requirements and curriculum standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum Testing & Assessment

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in committee · Alaska · House Apr 11, 2025

HB 166: An Act relating to the duties of the Department of Education and Early Development; relating to public education; and relating to opioid abuse awareness and prevention.

HB 166 requires Alaska's Department of Education to develop an opioid abuse awareness curriculum for students in grades 6-12. The curriculum must cover opioid dangers (including fentanyl-laced candy), science of opioid use, safe prescription practices, and early warning signs, with at least 60 minutes of annual instruction. School districts must teach this curriculum during the last week in October. The bill also mandates that the Department consult with health officials, overdose response experts, and affected families when creating the program.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates opioid curriculum for grades 6-12, enhancing health education within school programs and aligning with student safety priorities.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates opioid prevention curriculum in schools, addressing public health through education, aligns with healthcare protection efforts against substance abuse.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum Substance Abuse

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in committee · Alaska · House Apr 11, 2025

HB 92: An Act relating to cardiopulmonary resuscitation education in public schools; relating to the duties of the Department of Education and Early Development; and providing for an effective date.

This bill requires Alaska public schools to include hands-only CPR instruction in health education for students in grades where it is adopted. The Department of Education must develop age-appropriate curricula based on current national guidelines, requiring hands-on practice and instruction on automated external defibrillators (AEDs). Schools must offer this training to students in designated grades starting August 25, 2025. It directly affects all K-12 public school students in Alaska through mandatory curriculum updates.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates CPR curriculum in K-12 health education, enhancing student safety skills and expanding required educational content per bill's explicit requirements.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates CPR/AED training in schools, enhancing public health preparedness through medical education under MEDICAL CARE subject.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum

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in committee · Alaska · House May 1, 2026

HB 231: An Act relating to education; relating to education reports; relating to the duties of the Department of Education and Early Development; relating to teacher exit interviews conducted by school districts; relating to the teachers' retirement system; relating to the public employee retirement system; and providing for an effective date.

HB 231 requires the Alaska Department of Education and Early Development to submit an annual report by February 15 each year, detailing school performance, curriculum alignment, resource allocation, and teacher retention data - including aggregated information from school district teacher exit interviews. It also mandates that school districts include exit interview data in their annual public reports, alongside goals, improvement plans, and metrics for measuring educational progress. The bill focuses on transparency and data-driven decision-making by requiring specific, standardized reporting on teacher turnover, administrative staffing ratios, and intervention efforts for low-performing schools. These provisions directly affect school districts, the Department of Education, and educators by establishing new reporting requirements without changing funding or program structures.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates teacher exit interview data collection and annual performance reporting to improve retention, resource allocation, and accountability in schools, aligning with teacher support and educational progress indicators.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum Teachers

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