Calista Education & Culture

CEC Office Closure

Please note that the CEC office will close at 4:00 PM on June 9 and reopen at 12:00 PM on June 11.

Our team will be offsite supporting CEC's annual fundraising event. If you need assistance, please leave a message and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.

Quyana for supporting CEC's mission and the opportunities we provide for Calista Shareholders and Descendants.

We have 2-3 slots open! Apply or submit an application today! Email us at [email protected]

Minimum Requirements:
- Applicant must be 18 years or older
- Have their High School or GED Diploma
- Pass a Criminal Background Check
- Score 535 or high on the '11M Reading and Math' tests

SCHOLARSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE

Calista Education & Culture is 'posting up' at the Yuut Messenger Basketball Tournament. 🏀

This first-of-its-kind culture and basketball tournament brings together athletics, mentorship, and Yuuyaraq in one powerful space for youth and communities. Our talented team will be working alongside the Yuut Basketball staff and coaches to weave cultural learning and connection throughout the tournament experience.

Photo L–R: Annie Pavilla, Alice Rearden, Dave Lamothe, Jenine Heakin, Piiyuuk Qungurkaq-Shields & piipiq.

💡Developing Resilient, Future-Ready Youth💡

CEC was invited to participate as a community partner in the Academic Decathlon held in Kalskag this month, hosted by the Kuspuk School District. During the event, we had the opportunity to connect with students and share information about our new program, Ciutmuarluni “Striving Forward", while encouraging students to explore future career pathways and opportunities.

If you are interested in learning more about our Ciutmuarluni program, visit our website at www.calistaeducation.org/culture-engagement

Pictured: Annie Pavilla, CEC Student Liaison, discussing future planning with students; and John Lamont, CEC Education Liaison, at the CEC informational table.

PC: AlaskaExcel

CEC is hiring!

We’re seeking a full-time Yup’ik Transcriber/Translator to support translation, transcription, and cultural engagement work that helps strengthen and preserve Yup’ik language and cultural knowledge.

Fluency in Yup’ik reading, writing, and speaking is required.

Apply today: https://calistacorp.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Calista

Missed the May 15 deadline? There’s still time to apply! 🎓

We’ve extended the deadline for the Full-Year Academic Scholarship to May 31, 2026. Don’t miss this opportunity to apply for support for the 2026–2027 academic year.

Apply today:
calistaeducation.org

🎓 Planning for the 2026–2027 academic year? There are only 2 days left to apply for the Calista Education & Culture Academic Scholarship Program.

Eligible Shareholders and Descendants are encouraged to apply before the deadline. Review eligibility requirements, required documents, and submit your application online at calistaeducation.org.

Questions? Contact [email protected] for support.

Congratulations to Virginia Pearl Moore-Kelly of Emmonak, Alaska, on earning her Associate of Arts in HUMS from Kuskokwim Campus and University of Alaska Fairbanks in 2026!

As a CEC scholarship recipient, Virginia’s accomplishment reflects her commitment to continued learning, personal growth, and creating new opportunities for the future. Achievements like this help strengthen communities across the region and inspire future generations to pursue their goals through education.

Quyana, Virginia, on this meaningful milestone and all that lies ahead.