Anchorage School District First Day of School

Wednesday August 19th 2026 First Day of School
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Grades 1-6, 9 Wed, Aug 19, 2026
Grades 7-8, 10-12 Thu, Aug 20, 2026

Dates vary by school and program. Confirm with your school office before making plans.

Schools in Anchorage School District

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Abbott Loop ElementaryAirport Heights ElementaryAlaska Middle College SchoolAlaska Native Cultural Charter SchoolAlaska State School For Deaf And Hard Of HearingAlpenglow ElementaryAnchorage Stream AcademyAquarian Charter SchoolAurora Elementary
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Bartlett High SchoolBaxter ElementaryBayshore ElementaryBear Valley ElementaryBenson Secondary/S.E.A.R.C.H.Bettye Davis East Anchorage High SchoolBirchwood Abc ElementaryBowman Elementary
C
Campbell Stem ElementaryCentral Middle School Of ScienceChester Valley ElementaryChinook ElementaryChugach Optional ElementaryChugiak ElementaryChugiak High SchoolClark Middle SchoolCollege Gate ElementaryCreekside Park Elementary
D
Denali Montessori ElementaryDimond High SchoolDr. Etheldra Davis - Fairview Elementary School
E
Eagle Academy Charter SchoolEagle River ElementaryEagle River High School
F
Family Partnership Charter SchoolFire Lake ElementaryFrontier Charter School
G
Girdwood SchoolGladys Wood ElementaryGoldenview Middle SchoolGovernment Hill ElementaryGruening Middle School
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Hanshew Middle SchoolHighland Academy CharterHomestead ElementaryHuffman Elementary
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Inlet View Elementary
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Kasuun ElementaryKincaid ElementaryKlatt Elementary
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Lake Hood ElementaryLake Otis Elementary
M
Martin Luther King Jr. Technical High SchoolMclaughlin Secondary SchoolMears Middle SchoolMirror Lake Middle SchoolMountain View ElementaryMuldoon Elementary
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Nicholas J. Begich Middle SchoolNorth Star ElementaryNorthern Lights Abc K-8 SchoolNorthwood AbcNunaka Valley ElementaryThe New Path High School
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O'Malley ElementaryOcean View ElementaryOrion Elementary School
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Paideia Cooperative SchoolPolaris K-12 SchoolPtarmigan Elementary
R
Rabbit Creek ElementaryRavenwood ElementaryRilke Schule Charter SchoolRogers Park ElementaryRomig Middle SchoolRussian Jack Elementary
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S.A.V.E. High SchoolSand Lake ElementaryScenic Park ElementaryService High SchoolSouth Anchorage High SchoolSpring Hill ElementarySteller Secondary SchoolSusitna Elementary
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Taku ElementaryTrailside ElementaryTudor ElementaryTurnagain Elementary
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Ursa Major ElementaryUrsa Minor Elementary
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Wendler Middle SchoolWest High SchoolWhaley SchoolWilliam Tyson ElementaryWilliwaw ElementaryWillow Crest ElementaryWinterberry SchoolWonder Park Elementary

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Anchorage School District located?
The Anchorage School District is located in Anchorage, Alaska, within the Municipality of Anchorage, serving the educational needs of students in this vibrant urban area.
What is weather typically like on the first day of school?
On the first day of school, August 19th, the weather in Anchorage typically ranges from 51°F to 60°F, with a chance of drizzle. It's a good idea to dress in light layers and bring a rain jacket to stay comfortable throughout the day.
How many schools are in Anchorage School District?
In Anchorage School District, there are about 100 schools serving around 44000 students. The district offers education from Pre-K through 12th grade.
Is Anchorage School District a public school district?
Anchorage School District is a public school district located in Alaska (AK), funded by local and state resources. This ensures that we provide quality education to our community.

Sources: NCES-PSC. Historical weather from Open-Meteo. Start dates compiled from published school calendars.

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