Klukwan School braces for budget cuts due to low enrollment

Low enrollment is threatening state funding for Klukwan School and stressing an already strained relationship between Chatham School District administrators and Klukwan parents and staff.

Currently at eight students, if Klukwan’s enrollment stays below 10 by Oct. 23, the school might be in danger of closing based on Alaska Department of Education and Early Development funding requirements.

“We’re a little concerned at this point,” said Klukwan School secretary Frances Leak. “It’s possible we could close…