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Raising the Lamp #6 – Patti Farren

Culture
In this episode, we have a conversation with Patti Farren, Principal of American Charter Academy to discuss the history of ACM, and the military bearing and principles they instill in students. We also discuss charter schools in MatSu and Alaska, the best in

Raising the Lamp #5 – Barbara Gerard

Culture
In this episode, we sit down with Barbara Gerard, Principal of Academy Charter School to discuss the Academy model of schooling, and the first principles of core knowledge curriculum. We also discuss charter schools in MatSu and Alaska, the best in the nation

Raising the Lamp #4 – Susan McCauley

Culture
Join us as we sit down with Susan McCauley, Principal of Birchtree Charter School to discuss charter schools in MatSu, Birchtree Charter School specifically, and the ramifications to the parents and families of Birchtree Charter School as well as the MatSu

Raising the Lamp #3 – Rob Yundt

Alaska Permanent Fund Dividend
Join us as we sit down with Rob Yundt to discuss his bid for Alaska Senate in District N. We unpack his positions on the PFD, abortion, ranked-choice voting, impeaching justices, trans athletes in women’s sports, homeschool and more. If you are

Raising the Lamp #2 – Joel Davidson

Culture
In our second longform interview, we sit down with our Editor in Chief Joel Davidson to discuss recent stories, the latest happenings at the Alaska Watchman, and news from around the state and