Valentina Polushkin is from the Matsu-Valley and is currently in her senior year of high school. She became a State Officer to learn leadership skills and prepare for her future career. She hopes to contribute to a brighter future for all Alaskan students.

My name is Lindsey Sobbe, and I am serving as the Ed Rising Alaska VP of Communications, which means I manage our social media accounts. My passion when I grow up is to be a teacher. Right now, I teach little kids how to dance. I love what I do and can't wait to be a classroom teacher.

Hi, my name is Sara James, I am a senior at Nome-Beltz High School and I have lived in Nome, Alaska for my whole life. I am the Vice President of Engagement for Educators Rising Alaska. I chose to serve in this leadership role because I’ve had experience through fun memories with the Educators Rising program over the past 3 years.

My name is Sai and I'm a senior at Career Tech High School in Wasilla! I serve in leadership positions to help educate fellow students on what's going on around them. I also love planning events, which is why I chose to serve as the VP of Events!

Hi! I’m Savannah Overbay, a sophomore in Minto school who is pursuing a career in Early childhood education. Educators Rising has been a program I’ve been a part of for 4-5 years now and it has impacted me positively. I plan on recruiting more students into EdRising to give them the same opportunities.

"I am a high school junior with a passion for leadership, education, travel, and networking. I love working with my community through Educators Rising, Future Farmers of America (FFA), 4-H, and Girl Scouts. As president, I’m looking forward to empowering students, sharing ideas, and building a supportive community for future educators in Alaska."

"I am a sophomore at Minto School in Alaska.

This is my 7th year living in Minto but I have also spent 8 years in Utqiagvik. I have lived in both Utqiagvik and Minto throughout my life. I am Inupiaq and Athabascan.
I have two brothers, one older and one younger than me, named Gregory and Avery. My mother Samantha lives in Minto while my father Greg lives in Utqiagvik.
I grew up with many different dreams and ideas of what kind of job I wanted. But for a while now, my ideal occupation has been teaching since I was in 7th grade and now this is my 4th year in Educators Rising.

I’ve been on many trips involving Educators Rising and other programs: ANSEP, Excel 7th, 8th, 9th, and Chadron. I like to travel and meet new people while looking at the college lifestyle.

Some of my hobbies are reading, writing, and scrapbooking.

I have participated in carpentry, small engine repair, and wilderness survival training."

"Hi I’m Gunther Polzin, and I am looking forward to serving you all 2024/2025! I am a part time lifeguard, and a full time nerd, if you can’t find me in the mountains, around a dnd table, or at the pool you can find me in the classroom.."

"I am excited to serve as the 2024 Vice President of Membership and Recruitment, focusing on growing our membership and creating a supportive community."

"Hi, I'm Aurora Rochefort from Golovin, Alaska, and I attend Mt. Edgecumbe High School. In my free time, I enjoy beading and participating in sports like cheerleading, wrestling, and volleyball."

Attending Mt. Edgecumbe High School, Sitka

"I love riding horses with friends and am passionate about giving back to my community through volunteering and planning events with my FFA chapter, EdRising, and Student Council. I'm looking forward to planning this year's state conference so the students of EdRising can gain networking & skill building opportunities!"

"I am truly honored to be selected as one of this year's EdRising AK Student Officers. I will do the best that I can to make a positive impact on the EdRising community."

"I love to engage with others and collaborate on ideas.If you can't find me in the classroom you can find me in the mountains on my trusty bike."

Ellen Redington is a senior at Joe Redington Sr Jr/Sr Highschool and is a 4th generation dog musher from Knik. This is her 3rd year participating in EdRising AK.

Meet Annie Downey, one of your student officers for the 2022-23 school year. Annie is from Noorvik and attends Galena Interior Learning Academy in Galena.

Meet Ellen Redington, one of your 2022-23 Student Officers. Ellen is from Wasilla, and attends Joe Redington Sr. Jr/Sr High.

Meet Jennifer Bell, one of your Student Officers for the 2022-23 school year. Jennifer is from Teller, and attends James C. Isabella HS in Teller.

Congratulations on your success and all of your efforts. We are honored to have you as part of Educators Rising Alaska and to have you represent the first ever National Officer from Alaska!