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A Soldotna High School administrator was recently recognized with the Alaska Assistant Principal of the Year Award. Tabitha Blades stood out among her competition because she helped bring career and technical education to her school, partnered with local businesses to prepare students for the workforce, and formed a student support group.

This year marks 60 years since Sterling Elementary School has been a part of the Kenai Peninsula Borough School District. In commemoration of the anniversary, the school held a birthday celebration, which brought together teachers, families and current and former students.

Two former Kenai Peninsula coaches will soon be inducted into the Alaska High School Hall of Fame. Founded in 2006, the hall of fame recognizes former coaches and players who exhibit high standards and integrity in high school sports.

A Soldotna educator is in the running for the Reader’s Digest “America’s Favorite Teacher” competition, an annual contest that recognizes teachers who go above and beyond for their students. The winner will receive $25,000, a trip to Hawaii and will appear in the magazine.

Two Kenai Peninsula Borough School District employees were recently nominated for National Life Group’s LifeChanger of the Year award, which recognizes and awards outstanding K-12 educators and employees. One of this year's nominees is Ryan Kocher, head custodian at Seward High School.

Of the 16 elementary schools in the Kenai Peninsula Borough School District, only seven employ a certified music teacher. Partially due to the nationwide teacher shortage, elementary schools across the district are actively trying to hire more teachers.

The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District is short on subs.As a result, staff, teachers and existing substitutes are straining to work more than they…