Denali is an Athabascan word meaning “great one,” and the Anchorage School District (ASD) is proud to have employees that display greatness in the areas of achievement, service, and dedication. The Denali award is the highest award offered by the District.

Tuesday, May 20, at 5:30 p.m. 

ASD Education Center

5530 E Northern Lights Blvd, Anchorage, AK 99504

The 2025 Denali Award winners will be recognized on Tuesday, May 20, during the Anchorage School Board meeting. 

Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the event will kick off by recognizing the ASD Most Outstanding Fine Arts Senior (MOFAS) and Exemplary Artist. 

The Denali Award winners will be recognized at the start of the School Board meetings, which will begin at 6 p.m. and take place at the Anchorage School District Education Center.

Each spring, supervisors submit nominations, and a panel of ASD staff selects a number of employees and a team of colleagues that demonstrate outstanding commitment to the District’s mission of educating all students for success in life.

There are three different categories for the Denali Award: Classified, Certificated, and Team. ASD is honored to recognize two individuals and one group as the 2025 Denali Award winners. 

The District would like to acknowledge the individuals who received Honorable Mention for their exceptional service and dedication. These employees were nominated and stood out to the selection panel for their outstanding contributions to their schools and the Anchorage School District community.

• Eric Elliott, Government Hill Elementary

• Ryan Harris, Government Hill Elementary

• Linda Korevec, Kasuun Elementary School

• Edward Pershing, Denali Montessori School

• Gerald Ramos, College Gate Elementary School