Mission

The mission of the BIE is to provide students at BIE-funded schools with a culturally relevant, high-quality education that prepares students...

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Great American Outdoors Act

Through the Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA), the Department of the Interior is investing in much-needed maintenance for critical facilities and infrastructure in our national parks, forests, wildlife refuges, recreation areas and Tribal schools.

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BIE News

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Ahead of the 2023 White House Tribal Nations Summit, Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs Bryan Newland announced that the Department of the Interior is transferring more than $300,000 to the National Fund for Excellence in American Indian…

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The Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute (SIPI) opened the first voter registration office on campus, kicking off the new school year in September 2023.

Students and Faculty Win Indigenous Journalists Association Awards.

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TONY L. DEARMAN

DIRECTOR, BUREAU OF INDIAN EDUCATION

Welcome to the Bureau of Indian Education’s website. It is a privilege to serve as Director of the BIE and an honor to serve our students and staff.

The BIE employs thousands of teachers, administrators, and support personnel across the United States. Our work together requires collaboration, dedication, and teamwork. We strive to create new levels of excellence and celebrate our students' successes.

I am dedicated to listening and engaging in meaningful conversation with Tribal Leaders and stakeholders for continuous improvements for our students.

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