School Address: 1007 Ron Edwards Memorial Dr Bethel AK 99559
School District: Lower Kuskokwim School District
County: Bethel Census Area
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Gladys Jung Elementary is a public school located at 1007 Ron Edwards Memorial Drive in Bethel, Alaska, within the Lower Kuskokwim School District. It serves students in the elementary grades, typically from kindergarten through sixth grade. The school focuses on providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment, incorporating culturally responsive teaching methods to reflect and respect the diverse cultural heritage of its students, many of whom are Alaska Natives. The school aims to foster academic achievement alongside social and emotional development. Parents and the community are encouraged to actively participate in educational activities, as collaboration between the school and community is considered vital to students’ success. Facilities at Gladys Jung Elementary include classrooms equipped for a range of educational activities, supporting a curriculum that emphasizes literacy, numeracy, and cultural studies, as well as programs designed to enhance students’ creative and physical abilities.