About

The Anchorage Education Association (AEA) is a strong, united community of more than 2,400 educators dedicated to making a difference for students, schools, and the future of Anchorage.

As part of a broader network, AEA is affiliated with NEA-Alaska, representing 9,500 educators across the state, and the National Education Association, a nationwide community of 3 million members committed to public education. Together, we advocate for our profession, support one another, and work to ensure every student has the opportunity to succeed.


Board of Directors

AEA Officers (3-Year Terms)

Christi Sitz

President (2027)
AEA Office
christi.sitz@anchorageea.net

Natasha Graham

Vice President, Communications (2029)
Service High
natasha.graham@anchorageea.net

Michaela Hernandez

Vice President, Programs (2027)
NEA-Alaska Vice President
West High
michaela.hernandez@anchorageea.net

Kristen Melican-Nevala

Secretary (2029)
Dimond High
kristen.melican-nevala@anchorageea.net

Brittany Hanson

Treasurer
Mt. View Elementary
brittany.hanson@anchorageea.net

AEA At-Large Directors (2-year Terms)

Jeanne Hammond

At-Large Director (2027)
Northern Lights ABC
jeanne.hammond@anchorageea.net

BC Kindred

At-Large Director (2027)
Russian Jack Elementary
bc.kindred@anchorageea.net

Afshan Mohammad

At-Large Director (2027)
Clark Middle
afshan.mohammad@anchorageea.net

Logan Pitney

At-Large Director (2028)
South High
logan.pitney@anchorageea.net

Tim Purrenhage

At-Large Director (2028)
South High
timothy.purrenhage@anchorageea.net

Susan Ritter

At-Large Director (2027)
West High
susan.ritter@anchorageea.net

Lem Wheeles

At-Large Director (2028)
Dimond High
lem.wheeles@anchorageea.net

NEA-Alaska Region Directors (2-Year Terms)

George Cromer III

Region VI Director (2028)
Airport Heights Elementary
george.cromer@anchorageea.net

Dr. Travis Mills

Region VI Director (2027)
Mirror Lake Middle
travis.mills@anchorageea.net

Susan Ritter

Region VI Director (2028)
West High
susan.ritter@anchorageea.net

Christi Sitz

Region VI Director (2028)
AEA Office
christi.sitz@anchorageea.net


Building Reps

If you’d like to reach out to your building rep, please search for your school building contact at the link below.


Rights Advocates

The Rights Committee consists of members like you who are trained to assist with any issues concerning contract rights guaranteed in our negotiated agreement with the district. Contact us when you have a problem, if you expect a problem, or if you just have questions. Please search for your worksite and designated Rights Advocate at the link below.