Samuel John shares a status update on the new school in Mertarvik.

In the fall of 2024, the final few families relocated from Newtok to Mertarvik. High school senior Larry Charles reflects on some of the logistical challenges his friend Samuel John faced as he made his way over.

Glennesha Carl reflects on returning to Newtok, Alaska — once home, now nearly abandoned due to erosion, permafrost thaw, and flooding. Through childhood memories Glennesha captures the bittersweet reality of leaving behind her first home for the safety of Mertarvik.

Daisy Carl reflects on cherished memories of her mom, her first home in Newtok, and finding the true meaning of a "Forever Home."

Rayna Charles has witnessed constant construction since moving to Mertarvik from Newtok in 2019. In this story, she reflects on what it’s been like to grow up in a construction zone and shares updates on the ongoing projects shaping her community.

“Newtok Ayaprun School, I miss that place to this day.” Jenna Flynn remembers family and fun at the now partially demolished school in Newtok.

There have been several attempts to stop the erosion in Newtok over the years. Lola Andy learns about one of them.

Fallyn Connelly reflects on the struggles of leaving her home village of Niugtaq and keeping her community’s traditions and culture alive in a new place, Mertarvik, 9 miles across the river.