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26-27 Enrollment Is Open!
The First Day of School for 1st-12th graders is August 20th, 2026.
Pre-Kindergarteners and Kindergarteners will start on August 26th, 2026.
Visit our Back to School page for information on enrollment, school start dates, events, school supply lists, and more!
Free Child Find Screening
If you have concerns about your young child's speech, vision, hearing, motor skills, learning skills, or overall development, we can help!
Visit our Child Find Screening page to learn more about the available resources and schedule a screening appointment for August 24th.
Work Where the Mountains Meet the Sea
Discover the awe-inspiring beauty of Alaska while shaping young minds at Valdez City Schools!
Become part of an extraordinary educational experience in Valdez and make a lasting impact on the lives of students in our community.
Mission & Philosophy
Our mission is based on a partnership of schools, parents, and the community united in education for life - instructing, inspiring, and empowering every student in a safe environment.
We do this by offering a challenging curriculum across all three schools - Hermon Hutchens Elementary, Gilson Middle School, and Valdez High School. Students enjoy a rich educational experience from Pre-Kindergarten through twelfth grade through the collaborative efforts of engaging teachers, administrators, and staff.
News & Announcements
![Notice of Special School Board Meeting: June 23, 2026 at 10am]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1776286963/valdezcityschoolsorg/wv8bwpnxc0ljzxatw0b2/noticeof.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1776286963/valdezcityschoolsorg/wv8bwpnxc0ljzxatw0b2/noticeof.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1776286963/valdezcityschoolsorg/wv8bwpnxc0ljzxatw0b2/noticeof.png","width":800}])
The Valdez City Schools Board of Education will meet at 9:30 AM on Friday, April 17th for a special meeting to approve the FY27 Financial Plan and Budget.
![School Van Incident Near Delta Junction – All Students and Staff Safe]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1774562966/valdezcityschoolsorg/amvmin8hvhhyfcsfahww/gmsvanincident.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1774562966/valdezcityschoolsorg/amvmin8hvhhyfcsfahww/gmsvanincident.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1774562966/valdezcityschoolsorg/amvmin8hvhhyfcsfahww/gmsvanincident.png","width":800}])
School Van Incident Near Delta Junction – All Students and Staff Safe
![2026 School Climate & Connectedness Survey]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1771876691/valdezcityschoolsorg/hsz5np5cltbjvm1gbjsk/2026SCCSWebsitePostThumbnailTemplate.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1771876691/valdezcityschoolsorg/hsz5np5cltbjvm1gbjsk/2026SCCSWebsitePostThumbnailTemplate.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1771876691/valdezcityschoolsorg/hsz5np5cltbjvm1gbjsk/2026SCCSWebsitePostThumbnailTemplate.png","width":800}])
Your voice helps us understand what’s working, where we can grow, and how we can better support our students and school communities.
![Dave Cronk is the 2026-2027 VHS Principal]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770073441/valdezcityschoolsorg/joifdun6eyiyezz8aimj/principalhiredwebsiteborder.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1770073441/valdezcityschoolsorg/joifdun6eyiyezz8aimj/principalhiredwebsiteborder.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1770073441/valdezcityschoolsorg/joifdun6eyiyezz8aimj/principalhiredwebsiteborder.png","width":800}])
Dave Cronk has been selected as the Principal of Valdez High School for the 2026–2027 school year, pending school board approval.
![VHS Student Erik Vincent Selected for the United States Senate Youth Program]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1768411854/valdezcityschoolsorg/elzcss6gkilbv8fvummf/vhsstudentawardgraphics.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1768411854/valdezcityschoolsorg/elzcss6gkilbv8fvummf/vhsstudentawardgraphics.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1768411854/valdezcityschoolsorg/elzcss6gkilbv8fvummf/vhsstudentawardgraphics.png","width":800}])
Valdez High School senior Erik Vincent has been selected as one of two students representing the State of Alaska in the United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP).
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