Academic Policy Committee (APC)
The Academic Policy Committee serves as the governing board of Tułen Charter School, responsible for strategic vision, policy adoption, charter compliance, and fiscal oversight in partnership with KPBSD and Kenaitze Indian Tribe.
APC Board Representation
Composed of Tribal Council representatives, KPBSD leaders, parents, teachers, and community elders.
Bernadette Chickalusion
APC Board Chair
Kenaitze Tribal Council Representative
Dr. Michael Vance
Vice Chair & Academic Lead
KPBSD Higher Education Liaison
Jessica O'Connor
Secretary / Parent Representative
Parent of Grade 1 & Grade 3 Students
Kimberly Daniels
Ex-Officio Member / Principal
Tułen Charter School Head of School
Marcus K. Johnson
Teacher Representative
Tułen Faculty Representative
Chief Wayne Ross
Community & Cultural Advisor
Elder & Cultural Council Member
Meeting Schedule & Documents
Regular APC meetings are held on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 5:30 PM at the campus library and via Zoom.
| Date | Meeting Title | Status | Downloads |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-15 | APC Regular Board Meeting - September 2026 | Upcoming | Agenda (PDF)Minutes (PDF) |
| 2026-08-18 | APC Regular Board Meeting - August 2026 | Approved | Agenda (PDF)Minutes (PDF) |
| 2026-06-16 | APC Annual Strategic Planning Meeting - June 2026 | Approved | Agenda (PDF)Minutes (PDF) |
| 2026-05-19 | APC Regular Board Meeting & Budget Approval - May 2026 | Approved | Agenda (PDF)Minutes (PDF) |
Tułen Charter School Approved Bylaws
Governance charter, board duties, election procedures, and school policies.
Download Document PDF →KPBSD & Kenaitze Tribal Partnership Contract
State of Alaska approved charter agreement and district memorandum of understanding.
Download Document PDF →Public Comment Guidelines & Form
Information for community members wishing to submit public feedback to the APC board.
Download Document PDF →