Juneau Nonprofits > Education
Association for the Education of Young Children – Southeast Alaska
Description: The Southeast Alaska chapter of AEYC-SEA has been providing leadership in early childhood education for over twenty years in Southeast Alaska. Our membership and Board of Directors consist of parents, teachers, child care providers, school age staff, social service professionals, and anyone who recognizes the importance of the early years. The membership is actively engaged in developing and maintaining the quality of care and education for young children. In addition to advocacy activities, regional conferences, and events, the Southeast affiliate has successfully applied for and administered a number of grants, including the Child Care Food Program, Resource and Referral service, merit awards, and many projects designed to provide support and resources to families and programs caring for young children. Becoming a member of AEYC-SEA is an extraordinary way to join in the movement to improve the lives of young children and strengthen support to families, teachers and caregivers. Being a member provides you with many wonderful benefits including a lending library, conferences, “Young Children” journal, advocacy information and opportunities, a vote for the Board of Directors, newsletters, and volunteer opportunities. For membership information, please call or visit the AEYC-SEA web site.
Phone: (907) 789-1235 main, (907) 789-1231 referrals, (888) 785-1235 toll free
Fax: (907) 789-1238
Mailing Address: PO Box 22870, Juneau, AK 99802
Physical Address: 3100 Channel Drive, Suite 215 ( Juneau Empire Building, floor 2N)
Email: info@aeyc-sea.org
Web Site: www.aeyc-sea.org Discovery Southeast
Description: Every year, thousands of Southeast Alaskans – children and adults, students and teachers – embark with Discovery Southeast on learning adventures in the wilds of Southeast Alaska. Founded in 1989 as a nonprofit educational organization, Discovery Southeast has grown into the region's leading source for natural history and conservation education. Discovery Southeast bases its programs in hands-on learning about nature, natural science, and outdoor activity. School-based programs, adult and teacher workshops, summer camps, wilderness expeditions, and diverse publications aim to heighten knowledge of and regard for the lands and waters of Southeast Alaska; awaken natural curiosity and foster joy in nature through inquiry learning; encourage personal connection with the natural world; and promote attitudes and actions that reflect positive and respectful relationships with nature.
Phone: (907) 463-1500
Fax: (907) 463-1587
Address: P.O. Box 21867, Juneau AK 99802
Email: info@discoverysoutheast.org
Web Site: www.discoverysoutheast.org Juneau Adult Education Center
Description: The Juneau Adult Education Center is operated by the Southeast Regional Resource Center (SERRC) and offers a full range of programs that meet the education and job training needs of the residents of the region. The center offers free English as a Second Language classes Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:30-7:00 pm, adult basic education, case management/work search training, GED preparation and testing, free evening computer classes for beginners, and the Mature Alaskans Seeking Skills Training (MASST) program.
Phone: (907) 586-5718, or 1-800-478-6660
Address: 210 Ferry Way, Juneau AK 99801
Email: lisab@serrc.org
Web Site: www.serrc.org/files/ABE.php Juneau 's Valley Adult Education Center
Description: See the Juneau Adult Education Center description above.
Phone: (907) 789-4622
Address: St. Vincent de Paul, 8617 Teal Street, Juneau AK 99801
Email: lisab@serrc.org
Web Site: www.serrc.org/files/ABE.php Philanthropic Education Organization (P.E.O.), Chapter D
Description: P.E.O. is a philanthropic, educational organization with a 136-year old tradition of friendship and service, providing educational opportunities for women locally, as well as internationally. P.E.O. supports a two-year women's college, Cottey College, in Missouri. P.E.O. motivates members to achieve their highest aspirations.
Phone: (907) 789-4003
Address: P.O. Box 210653, Auke Bay AK 99821
Email: gerbi@alaska.net Southeast Alaska Friends of Montessori
Description: Southeast Alaska Friends of Montessori is an organization dedicated to the support and development of Montessori education in Southeast Alaska. Friends of Montessori aides individuals interested in Montessori training and promotes access to public and private schools for children of all backgrounds. All interested community members may join. A $5 yearly fee includes a newsletter and all events.
Phone: (907) 586-1915 and (907) 364-3275 for membership information
Address: P.O. Box 21142, Juneau AK 99802
Email: talleys@ieee.org
Web Site: www.seafom.org Southeast Regional Resource Center
Description: Dedicated to deliver exemplary service to school districts and communities throughout the state, the Southeast Regional Resource Center (SERRC) – Alaska's Educational Resource Center – provides a variety of programs designed to meet the educational needs of all Alaskans. From Even Start Family Literacy Programs and school district-based services to adult education, SERRC currently provides more than 70 programs and administers more than 300 grants and contracts that impact thousands of Alaskans. SERRC is a nonprofit corporation governed by a board of school superintendents and is funded exclusively through grants and contracts.
Phone: (907) 586-6806
Fax: (907) 463-3811
Address: 210 Ferry Way, Juneau AK 99801
Email: info@serrc.org
Web Site: www.serrc.org |
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