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A young student in a red shirt and shoes sits on a brightly colored rug in a classroom and smiles.
June 1, 2026

The National Fund Lands $10M from U.S. Dept of Ed to Transform Early Literacy…

The National Fund for Excellence in American Indian Education, the Congressionally chartered foundation partner to the Bureau of Indian Education, today announced it has been awarded a historic $10 million Education Innovation and Research Mid-…


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Robert F. Kennedy stands at a podium and gives a speech at Haskell Indian Nations University.
June 1, 2026

Haskell Indian Nations University and Indian Health Service Sign Landmark…

Haskell Indian Nations University and the Indian Health Service, in partnership with the Haskell Indian Health Center, have signed an agreement to support the construction of a new, state-of-the-art health care facility on Haskell’s campus.


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A woman in a blazer and black glasses holds a bouquet of flowers.
May 26, 2026

Saint Francis Indian School Marks Historic Shift in Accountability Status

A renewed focus on student achievement and school improvement is paying off at Saint Francis Indian School, which recently advanced to “Approaching Expectations” under the Bureau of Indian Education accountability system.


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Two women stand in front of a wall display full of eyeglasses as one reaches up to pull a pair of glasses off the rack.
May 13, 2026

SIPI Vision Care Program Prepares Students for In-Demand Careers and…

The Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute Vision Care Program is opening doors for Native students to enter high-demand health professions while supporting the delivery of essential services in tribal communities


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Students in black graduation robes and caps stand and clap in a celebratory outdoor setting.
May 11, 2026

Bureau of Indian Education Celebrates Top Graduation Rates at Schools Across…

Twenty-one Bureau of Indian Education-funded high schools achieved graduation rates of 90% or higher in 2025 — an unprecedented milestone that reflects the Bureau’s continued commitment to student achievement, college and career readiness, and…


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A young student sits at her desk in front of her laptop, smiling and wearing headphones.
March 27, 2026

BIE Launches New Websites for All Bureau Operated Schools

The Bureau of Indian Education reached a major milestone in its Strategic Transformation of Education Plan and launched new school websites for all Bureau Operated Schools. This effort strengthens transparency, accountability, and service delivery…


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A group of people stand in a line outdoors in front of a banner for a photo.
March 9, 2026

Assistant Secretary Kirkland Visits BIE-Funded Schools to Highlight Cultural…

Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs William “Billy” Kirkland, a citizen of the Navajo Nation, recently visited several Bureau of Indian Education-funded schools. He met with tribal leaders, educators, and students to see highlights in education…


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A man in a white chef's coat stands in the window of a food truck that reads "Indigenous Food Lab."
March 3, 2026

Food Truck Management Course Unleashes Modern Culinary Creativity

For aspiring chefs and food entrepreneurs, Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute is offering a specialized food truck management course to learn the ins and outs of food truck operations.


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A group of people in business attire stand on stage and hold up a signed agreement.
March 3, 2026

Bureau of Indian Education and Boys & Girls Clubs of America Native…

The Bureau of Indian Education has signed a Memorandum of Agreement with the Boys & Girls Clubs of America Native Services to enhance educational opportunities for BIE students.


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A group of four students poses with colorful jackets and other prizes they won alongside their two mentors.
February 12, 2026

Saint Francis Indian School Warriors Lead at the 2025 Lakota Nation Invitational

At the 2025 Lakota Nation Invitational, Saint Francis Indian School had an outstanding year. The students, proudly known as the Warriors, excelled across a wide range of areas, from visual arts and business competitions to language, esports, and…


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