KMXT 100.1 FM Public Radio in Kodiak, Alaska
Betty Walters was Kodiak School Superintendent
The search is on for a new director for Kodiak College following the retirement last week of the man that has served in the top spot since 2014.
Alan Fugleberg’s last day was Friday.
While an executive search takes place, a long-time Kodiak educator is serving as interim director.
Betty Walters taught in Kodiak schools and worked her way up to become superintendent of school then went on to work for the state.
“I was in Kodiak on the teaching staff and the administration for 30 years. Retired in ’07. And then went into the statewide teacher mentor project and worked for them for several years. And at some point there was a need at the Department of Education for someone to fill in as an interim deputy commissioner and I was in that line of working the department piece of the mentor project and moved into that.
Walters says education and the college itself has changed greatly through her career. For one thing more people are taking classes for their own enjoyment not just for a degree.
“Really encouraging people who are in the community to consider Kodiak College for a class. It doesn’t have to be a certificate. It doesn’t have to be an associate’s degree, but consider coming out and joining the staff and faculty, as well as student body, because it’s a great place to learn.”
To celebrate its 50th Anniversary Kodiak College launched a new feature on Instagram.
The series highlights alumni and employees from 1968 to present. It’s called “Faces of Kodiak College,” and includes a photo and a short story of how each person was affected by their association with the college.
Betty Walters taught in Kodiak schools and worked her way up to become superintendent of school then went on to work for the state.
“I was in Kodiak on the teaching staff and the administration for 30 years. Retired in ’07. And then went into the statewide teacher mentor project and worked for them for several years. And at some point there was a need at the Department of Education for someone to fill in as an interim deputy commissioner and I was in that line of working the department piece of the mentor project and moved into that.
Walters says education and the college itself has changed greatly through her career. For one thing more people are taking classes for their own enjoyment not just for a degree.
“Really encouraging people who are in the community to consider Kodiak College for a class. It doesn’t have to be a certificate. It doesn’t have to be an associate’s degree, but consider coming out and joining the staff and faculty, as well as student body, because it’s a great place to learn.”
To celebrate its 50th Anniversary Kodiak College launched a new feature on Instagram.
The series highlights alumni and employees from 1968 to present. It’s called “Faces of Kodiak College,” and includes a photo and a short story of how each person was affected by their association with the college. Instagram @KodiakCollege.
