Alaska State Standards

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As of 2025, Alaska does not have a state law mandating Holocaust education in public schools. However, the Alaska Content Standards for Social Studies encourage teaching the Holocaust as part of broader studies in World History, civics, and human rights, particularly at the secondary level.

Alaska Holocaust Education Summary

Legal Status

  • No state law mandates Holocaust instruction in Alaska.
  • Included in curriculum guidance under global conflict and human rights standards.
  • Implementation is left to local school districts and teachers

How the Holocaust Appears in Alaska’s Standards

World History (Grades 9–10)

  • The Holocaust is typically taught within:
    • The rise of totalitarian regimes
    • World War II causes and consequences
    • Genocide and crimes against humanity

Civics & Government (Grades 11–12)

Students may explore:

  • Moral responsibility
  • The development of international human rights law
  • The role of individuals and governments in preventing atrocities

Supplemental Teaching Tools Encouraged

Though not mandated, Alaska teachers often use:

  • U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum materials
  • Echoes & Reflections curriculum
  • TheLastOnes.education, which offers:
    • Customizable lesson plans
    • Survivor testimony videos
    • Age-appropriate discussion guides

Teaching Notes for Alaska Educators

AreaGuidance

Mandated by law

No

Encouraged in curriculum

Yes

Depth of instruction

Varies by district

Teacher discretion

High

Use of external resources

Recommended

Conclusion

While Alaska does not require Holocaust education, the subject is supported through academic standards, especially in the context of global conflict and human rights. Teachers are encouraged to provide accurate, respectful, and reflective instruction using trusted resources to help students understand both the historical impact and ongoing relevance of the Holocaust.

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