Military Families

East Cubs Military Connections

East Elementary is a close-knit K–3 learning community in Kodiak, Alaska. We proudly serve a diverse population of students and families and are committed to creating a school environment where every child feels seen, supported, and at home. Our goal is to make transitions smooth, build strong relationships, and ensure that all families—no matter where their journey takes them—feel welcomed into our community.

    Demographics

    • East Elementary currently serves approximately 275 students
    • Approximately 3% of our student population is designated as military-connected
    • Our military-connected families are primarily affiliated with the U.S. Coast Guard
    • We serve students from active duty, reserve, and civilian military families.
    • Military-connected students at East primarily come from Coast Guard families, and we may also serve families affiliated with the Navy.
    • Our school team is committed to supporting the unique needs of military-connected students, including providing smooth transitions and a strong sense of belonging.

    Alaska Liaison Officer

    Earnest Kincade, EdD
    Eielson AFB School Liaison Program Manager
    354th Mission Support Group
    Office (907) 377-7490
    Wok Cell (907) 385-9460
    earnest.kincade.1@us.af.mil
    Visit:  Eielson AFB School Liaison Office
    Joint Service School Liaison Program Managers

    Adele Daniels
    JBER School Liaison Program Manager
    673d Mission Support Group, JBER, Alaska
    Office – (907) 384-1505
    Work cell – (907) 201-6385
    adele.daniels.1@us.af.mil

    Janet Farris
    Fort Wainwright School Liaison Officer
    Child & Youth Services, U.S. Army Garrison Alaska,
    Fort Wainwright
    Office: (907) 353-1043
    Cell: (907) 460-1463
    Janet.e.farris2.naf@army.mil

    Tanya Preusser
    SEAK Family Resource Specialist
    U.S. Coast Guard Arctic District
    Base Ketchikan, Detached Juneau
    Teams: (571) 614-2743
    Office: (907) 463-2123
    Email: Tanya.M.Preusser@uscg.mil

    School Programs

    • “Meet the Teacher Day” before school starts.
    • Open House
    • Winter concert
    • Spring concert
    • Halloween Parade
    • Battle of the Books
    • Spelling Bee
    • Cubs Crew Jobs for students
    • We work closely with our Community PTA to facilitate family events after school.
    • School tours and classroom visits will be arranged for incoming students mid-year. Please contact the school office.
    • Full time school counselor
    • Full time school nurse

    USCG Liaison Officer

    Graham Edwards, CWO-3 MAT Supervisor
    raymond.g.edwards@uscg.mil 

    Resources

    East Point of Contact

    Audra Morrow, Principal, East Elementary
    907- 486-7492
    audra.morrow@kibsd.org

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