Go For It
Word on the streets is that AK also pays 2K/yr per child to homeschool. Most good curriculum is available for ~500 so the rest of the budget can go for fieldtrips, computers, supplies, etc. Another carrot for those looking to head that way if homeschooling is your gig.
Took the family for a visit in 04 and we liked it -- picture CO on steroids. I echo the post that advises to go and try it out for a week and see for yourself what so many others love/hate. Personally, I've seen winter in CO, WY and WI and all are worse than winter in AK imo. We’re hoping to 'have to' move there in the next 1-2 years – an unusual goal for a SoCal surfer dude.
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