For five years, Principal Mc Kerwin Niño Acdal has made Crow Village Sam School his home. A dreamer from the Philippines, he’s become both an educator and a cultural bridge in rural Alaska.
Guided by a fortune cookie that said “do the crazy thing,” Mikaela Trowbridge moved to Alaska and found a career, a community, and a family away from home.
Maria Hernandez came to Alaska by chance and stayed for the community, diversity, and opportunity to lead schools where students’ voices truly shape their education.
Dale Ebcas found in Alaska the chance to grow as an educator while building connections with students and families, blending hands-on learning with community trust and impact.
