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Stebbins Grizzlies Defeat St. Michael Storm in “Battle of the Island” Showdown St. Michael, Alaska – In a thrilling matchup between two neighboring villages on St. Michael Island, the Stebbins Grizzlies triumphed over the St. Michael Storm with a final score of 80-63 in the annual “Battle of the Island.” The Grizzlies started slow, trailing after the first quarter, but the game quickly turned into a back-and-forth battle in the second. Junior Jakobe Andrews-Martin led the charge early, scoring 16 points in the first half with aggressive drives and smooth spinning layups. The lead changed multiple times before halftime, setting the stage for an intense second half. Senior co-captain Randy Henry suffered an ankle injury in the second quarter, forcing him to sit out for a long stretch. Despite losing one of their key players early, the Grizzlies refused to back down. Jakobe kept up his scoring pace, adding another 12 points in the third quarter, finishing with a game-high 32 points. Team captain Martin Andrews (10 points), along with graduating junior Blaine Paje (8 points) and junior Tino Montes (aka Santonio Bryant) (7 points), stepped up to keep the Grizzlies in control. At one point, Stebbins led by as many as eight points, but St. Michael fought back, cutting the lead to just two by the end of the third. Martin battled through cramps multiple times but continued to return to the game, determined to finish his final high school appearance strong. He played with heart, making key plays on both offense and defense. Blaine and Tino were instrumental in the second and third quarters. Blaine used his length to score inside the paint and impressed the crowd with a fluid euro-step layup. Tino displayed his signature touch, knocking down his patented fadeaway jumpers to keep the offense flowing. Their hustle on defense and unselfish play helped the Grizzlies stay composed in the midst of a tight battle. Freshmen Michael Foxie and Whestley Garcia also saw action, stepping in to give their teammates much-needed relief while battling injuries. Their effort in key moments helped the team maintain its intensity and defensive pressure when it mattered most. With the game still up for grabs, Randy made his return in the fourth quarter. He wasted no time making an impact, scoring 13 of his 23 points in the final period as the Grizzlies pulled away. The team broke through St. Michael’s full-court press using plays drawn up by Coach Bjorn Paje, turning forced turnovers into fastbreak points. As the final seconds ticked down, Randy sealed his high school career in style, sinking a deep three-pointer at the buzzer. The Grizzlies celebrated a hard-fought victory, overcoming adversity and playing with heart despite being undermanned. A big thank you to St. Michael principal Larry Smith for hosting the “Battle of the Island” and to Morgan Lockwood for organizing the games. Scoring Totals: Jakobe 32, Randy 23, Martin 10, Blaine 8, Tino 7, Michael 0, Whestley 0

Region One 2025 Bering Sea Conference at Savoonga, AK. https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/schools/bering-strait-school-district-unalakleet-co Link to updated schedule and brackets: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/e/2PACX-1vTlbSGjeiMFG_3a4YPpS_6L9GyntijZpkBVBKOuMu88Z6WfEPYXPMCGzSc5OI5Z2WMWMbMI4x8cOSye/pubhtml

Your input through a quick survey of our Building Administrators (Principals) at BSSD is crucial as we constantly work towards improvements.  Your feedback on their leadership is immensely valuable to us. Ensuring that we're serving everyone to the best of our abilities is our priority.  📢  If you're a staff member, we kindly request you to complete one survey from your staff perspective and another from your viewpoint as a parent/community member.  📢 Parents, your insights are highly appreciated! Please take a few moments to share your thoughts through a separate survey focusing on your parental perspective.  📢 Students, your voice matters! You'll have the opportunity to express your opinions by participating in the survey at school. If you need assistance accessing the survey, don't hesitate to contact a school administrator at your site. Your perspectives play a significant role in our plans for improvement. Thank you for taking the time to provide your valuable insights! THIS IS ANONYMOUS https://forms.gle/Bd1HMejYvryRCMks8

📢 Stebbins School Weather Update ❄️🌬️ Due to the strong winds, icy roads, and the current blizzard in Stebbins, we understand that traveling to school may not be safe for all students. If parents or guardians feel that their child cannot safely make it to school, they will be EXCUSED for the day. Please prioritize safety first! If you have any questions, feel free to call the school office at 907 625 1504 for more information. Stay warm and stay safe, everyone!

📢 Attention 4th-8th Grade Students! 📢 Join us for the School Yup'ik Spelling Bee tomorrow, Monday at 3:30 PM! This is your chance to have fun, challenge yourself, and celebrate the Yup'ik language. 📍 Where: Building 7 (Mr. Paje's Classroom) ⏰ When: February 17, Monday at 3:30 PM

🏆 2025 District Battle of the Books Results – STEBBINS GRIZZLIES 🏆 🥇 5th/6th Grade - 1st Place 📚 Team Members: John Evan, Jayden Dan, Aria Niksik-Kobuk 🥈 Middle School - 2nd Place 📚 Team Member: Brennan Paje 🥈 High School - 2nd Place 📚 Team Members: Blaine Paje, Khloe Katcheak, Siu Matthias 🥉 3rd/4th Grade - 3rd Place 📚 Team Members: Dalton Washington, Brandon Paje, Chasity Johnson 🌟 CONGRATULATIONS to all our amazing students and dedicated coaches—Andone Lagura, Bjorn Paje, Michael Regidor, and Sisa Paje! Your hard work, teamwork, and love for reading have brought incredible results! Well done, Grizzlies! 🎉📖🐻

Stebbins School invites parents and community members to preview and provide feedback on our final selections for the new Math and English Language Arts curriculums. This will be on Thursday, February 6, 6-7pm at the Stebbins School Office (Middle Tent).

Huge shoutout to Blaine Paje and Michael Foxie for their outstanding performance in the recently concluded Bering Strait School District Academic Decathlon 2025 held last January 20-21, 2025! Blaine took 1st Place Overall in the Honors Category, earning 1st in Interview, Mathematics, Social Science, and Essay, along with top placements in Art, Music, Speech, Science, and Literature. He will compete with the district team in the State Academic Decathlon from February 19-22, 2025. Michael shined in the Scholastic Category, earning 1st in Mathematics and Science, and strong finishes in other subjects. A huge thank you to Coach Sisa Paje for her dedication and intense training with Blaine and Michael over just two weeks. Your hard work paid off!

Congratulations to all the participants and winners of the BSSD Academic Decathlon and best of luck to all participants of the 2025 State Academic Decathlon! 🎉 Competing in such events requires dedication, hard work, and passion for learning—well done!🎉

A weather call for Tukurngailnguq School will be made at 7 a.m. on Monday morning, January 27th, announcing either a normal start time, a 2-hour delay, or a school cancellation.

4️⃣ UPDATE 2/10/25: Please see the link below from PowerSchool with detailed instructions for affected individuals to sign up for the complimentary monitoring services they are offering. https://www.powerschool.com/security/sis-incident/notice-of-united-states-data-breach/?mkt_tok=ODYxLVJNSS04NDYAAAGYUw1qvalCkM-opsqw_X88mZGfsOU0TvCbtKpV6UUxwrK7Lum_5r7aoh3zISVwBLVRyqWFjqt7ztZHf-GcQzBzwSKTutzlww3UsWMZ0uz-qnYsNA8b 3️⃣ UPDATE 1/21/25: PowerSchool confirmed on January 17, 2025, that it will be reaching out directly to any individuals who may have been impacted and offering credit monitoring and identity protection services. If your information was affected, and your email address was stored in PowerSchool, you should receive a communication from PowerSchool within the coming weeks. We also understand that PowerSchool is providing notification of this event on its website and to media and state regulators. Because this occurred at PowerSchool, we do not have any additional details about the incident or the investigation at this time. We continue to monitor updates from PowerSchool and will share those updates as they become available. 2️⃣ PowerSchool has released a public statement and a FAQ section and can be accessed here: https://www.powerschool.com/security/sis-incident/ 1️⃣ The PowerSchool breach mentioned in this letter was not isolated to our district but part of a nationwide incident affecting multiple school districts across Alaska and other states that used their hosting services. While we are monitoring the situation closely, PowerSchool is conducting a thorough investigation to assess the scope and impact and will provide an update once their investigation is finished. PowerSchool has committed to providing identity protection and monitoring services as needed. BSSD has notified our cyber insurance and district leadership and it is important to note that this data breach did not occur because of action or lack of action by any of the employees of Bering Strait School District. This data breach occurred through the support tools that PowerSchool (the company) uses to assist districts when they call in for technical support. Please read the attached letter regarding the recent cybersecurity incident involving PowerSchool, a software vendor which provides our Student Information System (SIS).

📢 Attention Parents and Guardians of Tukurngailnguq School 📢 We are pleased to announce that our school schedule is back to its regular hours! 🎉 📚 School Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM 🍳 Breakfast: Served at 8:20 AM (in the classroom for now) Please ensure your children arrive on time to enjoy a healthy start to their day and maximize their learning time. Thank you for your continued support! 😊

🎉2024 Wrestling State Qualifiers🎉 Good luck in the 2024 ASAA/First National Bank Alaska Wrestling Championships! To see Full Results click the link below: https://www.trackwrestling.com/Login.jsp?TIM=1734394001513&twSessionId=rlhstzvwbt&tName=&state=&sDate=12/14/2024&eDate=&lastName=&firstName=&teamName=&sfvString=&city=Kotzebue&gbId=&camps=false

🎉Congratulations to our 2024 ASAA/First National Bank Alaska Mix Six/2A Volleyball State Championships Winners🎉

📢 Attention Parents and Guardians, MAP Growth testing is going on this week, and it’s an important step in helping your child succeed in school! These tests help us see how much your child has learned and where they need extra help. This information allows teachers to give them the right support and challenges to help them grow. It’s very important for your child to be at school during testing days this week so they don’t miss this opportunity to show their progress. Please encourage your child to try their best, get a good night’s sleep, and eat a healthy breakfast. Together, we can make sure they’re set up for success! 🌟 Thank you for your support! 😊

Exciting news! The computers assembled by our amazing students—Mariam, Kyani, Katara, Mary, and Tyren—during the ANSEP Middle School Academy in Anchorage have just arrived in Stebbins! Let’s give them a big round of applause for this incredible achievement! #ANSEP #STEM #FutureLeaders #CommunityPride

🏆Congratulations🏆 🏐BSSD Region 1 Western Conference Mixed-6 Volleyball Tournament Winners🏐

A round of applause to our Stebbins Cheerleading Team for their participation in the 42nd Elementary/Junior High Annual Wrestling and Cheerleading Competition hosted by the Bering Strait School District in Unalakleet, Alaska, from October 24-26! A heartfelt thank you to Coach Marilyn Tom for her unwavering support, guidance, and inspiration for our cheerleaders. Go Stebbins Grizzlies! #StebbinsGrizzlies

🌟 Student Spotlight 🌟 Stebbins School is proud to celebrate our amazing Students of the Week for November 18-22! 🎉 These students have gone above and beyond in their efforts, showing dedication, kindness, and a strong commitment to learning. 👏 Let’s continue to inspire one another and make every week a success! 💪💛 #StebbinsGrizzlies #StudentOfTheWeek #CelebratingExcellence

Thank you, City of Stebbins, for donating SimPure water purifiers for our teachers! Your generosity means so much to us, and we’re grateful for your continued support. ❤️