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Kaxdigoowu Héen is a safe place where we feed our minds, bodies, and hearts. It is our school family. At KHE, we value cultivating a partnership with the caring adults in our students' families. This allows our staff to provide each child with engaging, high quality instruction in a safe, supportive, and effective learning environment. 


The River that runs itself clear

The A'akw Kwaan gifted the ancient place name Kaxdigoowu Heen to our school community in 2019. The location of this name is the river known as Montana Creek, where an ancient fish trap was found. The name honors the strength and resilience of the Lingit people who managed to set fish traps in the unforgiving current. This powerful phrase, kaxdigoowu héen yax nagatee itoowu, or let your mind be like the water that has settled itself clear, reflects the work we do with students to help them learn the skills they need to be successful and joyful scholars.
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PTO/Site Council


Class Dojo


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PTO/Site Council meets the second Wednesday of every month. We'd love to see you there!

Class Dojo is a communication platform that can be connected to an email or cellphone number, and accessed via app or website. Families are encouraged to use the free, unpaid option of this platform - the paid version is not necessary.

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Resources for students/families


Free/Reduced Meals: Breakfast will be offered to all students at no cost. Lunch costs $5.50. There will be a charge of $0.40 for reduced price lunch. Your student may qualify for free or reduced price meals. Apply here.

BackPack Food Program: Community funded and community led, the Backpack Food Program provides students with meals over the weekend, and during long breaks. Click here for more information.

Community Resources: A list of food pantries and prepared meal services can be found here. 




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