Here Are the 2026 Mat-Su Assembly and School Board Candidates
August 31, 2026
Voters in all but one of Mat-Su's seven districts will pick Assembly or School Board candidates this year.
Matansuka-Susitna Borough School District
Stay informed with the latest Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District news. Get updates on the Matanuska-Susitna Borough School Board, elections and Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District policies and changes. Stay connected with the most trusted source for Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District news.
Mat-Su teens represent Alaska at Patriot Games national athletic competition
August 21, 2026
The students joined high school-aged athletes from across the country.
In Mat-Su, neighborhood schools double as community hubs. Closing them has sweeping impacts.
August 19, 2026
From emergency shelters and food banks to sports and church services, school buildings across Mat-Su serve as important community connectors, residents and officials said.
Fewer staff, less screen time: What’s changing in Mat-Su schools this year
August 12, 2026
Deep budget cuts mean reduced staff in libraries, front offices and classrooms.
As Glacier View School heads to closure, community honors longtime principal
May 08, 2026
Principal Wendy Taylor is scheduled to retire this year after serving 30 years at Glacier View as a teacher and administrator.
U.S. education secretary visits Mat-Su schools during 50-state history tour
May 07, 2026
U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon visited students and staff at two schools Thursday.
Affordability is driving Mat-Su boom, new data shows
May 07, 2026
Mat-Su's population boom is likely tied to affordability of housing and land, officials said.
Mat-Su school district considers allowing teachers and staff to carry handguns at work
May 06, 2026
The proposal lets the district pay certain teachers, staff and contractors to carry a concealed handgun during the school day.
Mat-Su school bus service to restart Tuesday after union and Durham reach agreement
April 29, 2026
Workers voted this week to ratify the new contract; bus service to resume for final weeks of school year
Mat-Su students get high-tech insight at first drone career day
April 24, 2026
Demonstration introduces students to drone careers in industries across Alaska
No deal in Mat-Su bus strike as negotiations stall again
April 16, 2026
The strike will enter its eighth week and could last through the end of the school year, union officials said.
Mat-Su officials prepare for school closures ahead of borough budget debate
April 08, 2026
The shutdown plans include an early end to the school year for students at the three schools.
Mat-Su bus worker strike drags on after latest talks end without a deal
April 02, 2026
The union and bus company made progress but did not reach a agreement, officials said.