In this episode of ASD Shine Bright, we’re honored to feature Marilyn Gallardo, King Tech High School’s beloved Safety and Security Specialist, as she reflects on an incredible 33-year career with the Anchorage School District.

Marilyn shares stories, lessons, and the heart behind her decades of service as she prepares for a well-earned retirement.

Thank you, Marilyn, for keeping our schools safe and our community strong!

In this episode of ASD Shine Bright, we talk with West High School's Kevin Wright, Class of 2025, who’s not only graduating, but doing it with a flawless attendance record!

That’s ZERO absences in 13 years across the Anchorage School District.

Hear his story and tips on how he stayed committed to being consistently in school.

In this episode of ASD Shine Bright, we go to Polaris K-12 where they are celebrating their 30th year as a school.

We sat down with a few of the students to talk about the Polaris culture and how its making an positive impact on their educational journey.

In this episode of ASD Shine Bright, we talk with Bartlett Alumni Oumie Fatty-Hydara who is finishing up her sophomore year at Dartmouth College where she is studying molecular biology.

Hear how she is pursuing her passion for medicine and being an ambassador for Alaska at her school and beyond.

In this episode of ASD Shine Bright, we talk with Service High School's Natalie Hodge–Hannula and South High School's Anna Kardashyan who were recognized as Coca-Cola Scholars!

These two outstanding students who were part of the 150 picked out of 105,00 plus applicants will receive a $20,000 scholarship for their leadership, service, and dedication to making a difference in their schools and communities.

In this episode of ASD Shine Bright, we talk with William Tyson Elementary Student Council Leaders about their brand new podcast Raven's Call and how it's helping their school break barriers for everyone to get to know each other better.

In this episode of ASD Shine Bright, we talk with Hanshew Middle School Counselors and some Hanshew students about their YANA (You Are Not Alone) and Student Ambassador Programs and the positive effects they are having on students throughout the school.

In this episode of ASD Shine Bright, Anchorage School Board Member Margo Bellamy and ASD Curriculum Coordinator Anthony Sadler chat with Team ASD’s Corey Young and Lisa Miller about celebrating Black History in Alaska—both in and beyond the classroom.