The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District (KPBSD) is a public school district serving the Kenai Peninsula Borough in Alaska. Established in 1964, it is one of the largest school districts in Alaska by geographic area, covering approximately 25,600 square miles. The district operates more than 40 schools across diverse communities including Kenai, Soldotna, Homer, Seward, and numerous rural villages. KPBSD serves approximately 8,500 students from kindergarten through 12th grade. The district employs roughly 1,200 staff members, including teachers, administrators, and support personnel. It offers comprehensive educational programs including traditional classroom instruction, distance learning options, homeschool programs, and alternative education pathways. The district is governed by a nine-member Board of Education, elected by local residents to serve three-year terms. KPBSD is known for its integration of Alaska Native education and cultural programs, particularly serving the Dena’ina Athabascan and Alutiiq communities within its boundaries. The district maintains partnerships with local organizations and businesses to provide career and technical education opportunities for students. KPBSD operates under the oversight of the Alaska Department of Education and Early Development and is funded through a combination of state, federal, and local sources. The district consistently ranks among Alaska’s top-performing school districts in academic achievement metrics.