Teller community members — please join us for an Emergency Preparedness Meeting to discuss the potential flooding and tidal surging expected to begin around 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, October 12th. 🌊
📍 Location: Teller School Library
🕕 Time: 7:00pm until 7:25pm
Please come to stay informed and prepared.
Stay safe, Teller! 💙🐻
#TellerPride #CommunitySafety #EmergencyPreparedness #TellerStrong
James C. Isabell School, Teller School
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Dear Families,
As we weather another storm together, both the ones we’ve endured and the one forecasted for this weekend, we are reminded of the strength, resilience, and unity that define Teller. Our community continues to stand strong through challenges, and that spirit of support and care is something to be truly proud of.
This week, our students showed outstanding behavior and maturity during the Nome field trip. They represented Teller School with pride, respect, and excitement for learning. Teller Pride is real—and it shines through in every one of our Aklaqs!
Looking ahead, we will be celebrating Indigenous Peoples’ Day on Monday, October 13th. Students are encouraged to wear traditional clothing, and we will close the day with a special educational event honoring our cultures, heritage, and shared history.
Please stay safe on Sunday as the remnants of Typhoon Halong are expected to impact Western Alaska. Check in on one another, stay prepared, and know that your Teller family is here to support you.
Thank you for being such a caring and resilient community.
Teller Pride—Go Aklaqs!
With love and gratitude,
Mr. Reid Jackowick
Principal, James C. Isabell School
Stay Connected to Learning
Check PowerSchool regularly for grades and homework updates.
Review your student’s backpack for items that should remain at home, such as toys, candy, or other distractions.
Safety & Communication
Monitor your child’s phone and social media activity. Please report any concerning messages to the school so we can provide support.
Attendance Matters
Good attendance starts with good routines! Encourage your student to get to bed early and be well-rested for school.
Sports and extracurriculars are important—please help balance these with school attendance.
Chromebook Usage
If your student’s Chromebook permission forms are not returned by November 30th, their school computer access will be turned off until the forms are received.
We appreciate your support in building strong habits at home and at school. Together, we can help every student reach their goals and more!
Child Find Activities:
The Bering Strait School District is conducting Child Find activities to meet federal and state requirements. Child Find helps identify children who may need extra support or specialized education services, ensuring every student has the opportunity to learn in the best environment possible.
Advisory Education Committee and Elections
Please let me know if you have anything you would like for me to bring up with the Advisory Education Committee.
Next AEC meeting is October 19th.
Pay to play Saturday
Teller Tribe is paying for all students for open gym on Saturday. All you need to bring are your gym shoes.
Adults still need to pay.
Upcoming Dates and Events
October 10th-11th: Smash Classic Mix-Six Tournament - Canceled
October 13th: Indigenous people’s day
October 19th: AEC Meeting 12:00-1:00
October 31st: 1:30-2:30 Halloween Carnival (HS students will be helping)
November 6th: 3:30-5:30, Quarter Parent Conferences
November 28th: Community Feast
December 18th: 6pm Holiday program
On October 9th, Teller students took a trip to Nome and even had some extra time to explore the beautiful East Beaches. 🏖️
Our students showed great behavior throughout the day and represented our community with pride. It’s always a good day to be from Teller! 💙🐻
#TellerPride #GoAklaqs #BSSD #StudentAdventures #TellerStrong
On Wednesday, October 8th, our Teller Middle School students traveled to Nome for a fun and educational field trip — all sponsored by the Teller Traditional Tribe! 🙌
Students enjoyed rock climbing at the Nome Recreation Center, exploring Hanson’s and the AC Store, and finishing the day with some delicious pizza at Milano’s Pizzeria 🍕 (#MilanosPizzeria).
A huge thank you to the Teller Traditional Tribe for making this adventure possible! Your support gives our students the chance to learn, explore, and show their #TellerPride wherever they go. 💙🐻
#GoAklaqs #BSSD #MiddleSchoolAdventures #CommunitySupport
On Tuesday, October 7th, some of our elementary students took a fun and educational trip to Nome! They visited the Nome Fire Station, learned about fire safety, and wrapped up the day with some delicious Milano’s Pizza 🍕 — thank you #MilanosPizza!
A huge thank you to Teller Traditional Council for making this trip possible and supporting our students’ learning experiences. 🙏
What a great day filled with discovery, teamwork, and #TellerPride! 💙🐻 #Aklaqs #BSSD #FieldTripFun
Teller has an amazing ivory carving room — and an even better teacher guiding our students’ creativity!
Check out Reggie’s incredible kayak hunter, carved from walrus ivory and whale baleen. What an awesome example of skill, culture, and craftsmanship! ✨
Teller pride is strong! Go Aklaqs! 💙🐻 #TellerAklaqs #BSSD #TellerPride #IvoryCarving #CulturalArts
Today, Teller School took a group of high school students to Nome for an adventure — sponsored entirely by the Teller Tribe! 🙌
We can’t thank the Teller Tribe enough for giving our students this amazing opportunity. Along the way, we spotted fish, musk ox, ptarmigan, and even a moose — what a drive in! 🦌🐟🦆
In Nome, we explored the Nome Recreation Center, where students had a blast playing and working out. 💪 Then we refueled with some delicious pizza at Milano’s Pizzeria 🍕 (so good! #MilanosPizzeria).
Before heading home, we grabbed some snacks at AC, then made a quick stop at House Rock for photos and memories. 📸
Our students represented Teller with pride — respectful, positive, and full of school spirit. 🩵🐻
Huge thank you to the Teller Tribe for supporting our youth and helping make this trip possible! #TellerTribe #TellerPride #Aklaqs #BSSD
🏀 Go Aklaqs! 🐻💙
The Teller Aklaqs Middle School Basketball Team traveled to Nome for an exhibition series — and what some amazing games! The win was amazing to see! 🎉
Everyone scored at least one point, showing great teamwork, crisp passing, and fierce defense with some wicked blocks and steals! 💪🔥
After the game, the team celebrated with some well-earned victory pizza at Airport Pizza 🍕✈️ — the perfect finish to a great day.
It’s clear that our middle school ballers and Coach Fred are ready for the season ahead! 🐻💙
Great work today, Aklaqs! #TellerAklaqs #GoAklaqs #BSSD #Teamwork #BasketballSeason
Ms. Coleens (3rd-4th) class will be taking their photos Monday night from 5:30 to 7:30 so they can go on the field trip Tuesday.
📸 Say Cheese, Teller School! 🧀
Time to dust off those smiles, tame that bedhead, and practice your best “I woke up like this” pose. 😎✨
Remember: pictures last forever… at least until the yearbook comes out. 😉
#PictureDay #TellerSchoolSmiles #Aklaqs
Teller School students will be heading to Nome next week! 🎉
We are so excited for this opportunity and want to make sure our classy students represent our school with pride. 💙🤍
Please make sure your student is able to attend the field trip and future activities with positive behavior in school.
Field trips are an extension of our school day. To ensure a safe, fun, and respectful experience for everyone, students are expected to follow these rules:
1. Represent Teller School with Pride
-Be respectful to teachers, chaperones, bus drivers, and community members.
-Use polite language and kind behavior at all times.
2. Safety First
-Stay with your assigned group or chaperone.
-Follow directions the first time they are given.
-Remain seated and buckled while on the "bus".
3. Be Responsible
-Take care of your belongings. You are responsible for what you bring.
4. Show Respect
-Respect the places we visit
-Listen quietly to presenters, guides, or speakers.
-Use indoor voices in public spaces.
5. Positive Participation
-Take part in activities and ask thoughtful questions.
-Support classmates and be a good teammate.
6. Follow School Expectations
-All regular Teller School rules apply during the trip.
7. Have Fun the Right Way!
-Enjoy the experience, learn something new, and make positive memories.
Let’s show Nome what Teller School spirit looks like—safe, respectful, and full of pride! 💪🐻
#TellerSchool #FieldTrip #SchoolPride #Aklaqs
James C. Isabell School, Teller School, Parent/Guardian and community Newsletter, October 1st, 2025
Dear Families,
Thank you for your continued partnership in helping our students grow, achieve, and flourish! Here are some important reminders and updates to support your child at home:
Stay Connected to Learning
-Check PowerSchool regularly for grades and homework updates.
-Review your student’s backpack for items that should remain at home, such as toys, candy, or other distractions.
Safety & Communication
-Monitor your child’s phone and social media activity. Please report any concerning messages to the school so we can provide support.
Attendance Matters
-Good attendance starts with good routines! Encourage your student to get to bed early and be well-rested for school.
-Sports and extracurriculars are important—please help balance these with school attendance.
Homework Update
Some parents have asked about homework. In general, we do not assign a large amount of schoolwork to be done at home. Our focus is on quality learning during the school day.
Chromebook Usage
If your student’s Chromebook permission forms are not returned by Friday, October 3rd, their school computer access will be turned off until the forms are received.
We appreciate your support in building strong habits at home and at school. Together, we can help every student reach their goals and more!
Other Updates
Teller Cultural Festival, September 26th-28th
-Teller Cultural Festival was a success
A lot of happy faces, dancing, and drumming
Child Find Activities:
-The Bering Strait School District is conducting Child Find activities to meet federal and state requirements. Child Find helps identify children who may need extra support or specialized education services, ensuring every student has the opportunity to learn in the best environment possible.
Advisory Education Committee and Elections
-Please let me know if you have anything you would like for me to bring up with the Advisory Education Committee.
-Last meeting for this fiscal year is September 17th
-Elections for the new AEC members for the upcoming fiscal year are October 7th.
Pay to play Saturday
-Teller Tribe is paying for all students for open gym on Saturday. All you need to bring are your gym shoes.
-Adults still need to pay.
Upcoming Dates and Events
October 4th: Middle School Basketball Tournament in Nome
October 6th: Nome Field trips start
October 7th: Local election, city center
October 8th: AEC Meeting
October 8th-11th: Brevig OctoberFest Basketball Tournament
October 10th-11th: Smash Classic Mix-Six Tournament
October 31st: 1:30-2:30 Halloween Carnival (HS students will be helping)
November 6th: 3:30-5:30, Quarter Parent Conferences
November 28th: Community Feast
December 18th: 6pm Holiday program
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The drums are beating strong and setting the rhythm for our dancers — and what amazing performances they are giving tonight! 🥁💃🕺
Our very own Elder Dolly is keeping the energy high, tossing shirts into the crowd and getting everyone on their feet. 🙌
This is truly the most exciting Teller Cultural Festival yet — full of culture, spirit, and pride! ❤️
#TellerCulturalFestival #AklaqPride #CommunitySpirit
We just shared an amazing community potluck with walrus, seal, muktuk, and so many traditional foods that connect us to our heritage.
Now the long dance festival night begins! The snack store is open, and people are coming together to watch and join in the dancing that will carry us through the night. 💃🕺✨
Quyana to everyone who brought food, spirit, and joy — let’s celebrate our culture and traditions together! ❤️🐾
#TellerCulturalFestival #LongDanceFestival #AklaqPride
🎶✨ Teller Cultural Festival Is Underway! ✨🎶
This one-of-a-kind Alaskan event brings together villages and tribes to share their dances, stories, and traditions. We are excited to welcome a few new dance teams this year, adding to the spirit of community and celebration.
Tonight’s performances were filled with impressive traditional drumming and powerful dances, carrying the legacy of generations and honoring our cultural values.
We hope to see you here to experience and share this iconic celebration of proud Alaska Native traditions.
#TellerCulturalFestival #TellerAlaska #Teller #InupiaqYupikDancing
What a great night before the Teller Cultural Festival! The scrimmage brought lots of fun, great volleyball, and community spirit.
Our Teller Varsity Volleyball Team played with teamwork, smiles, and plenty of encouraging words for one another. The community teams brought great energy too, making it a night to remember!
Thanks to everyone who joined in—what an awesome way to kick off the weekend.
Go Aklaqs! 🐻💙
📅 Tonight – Community Scrimmage against the HS Varsity Aklaqs Volleyball Team at 5:30 PM. Come cheer them on!
💙 Tomorrow – Show your school spirit by wearing royal blue and white to support our Cross Country runners in Unalakleet!
🎉 Friday at 2:30 PM – Community members are welcome to come help decorate and prepare the school for the Teller Culture Festival.
