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Two young students sit together on the floor and read a book.
November 17, 2025

Creating Respectful Learning Environments Rooted in Culture and Care

Creating safe, inclusive schools is a core part of the Bureau of Indian Education’s mission to support every student. BIE staff are focused on ensuring that all students learn in environments where they feel valued, respected, and supported.


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A student with dark, round glasses and long, brown hair plays the guitar.
October 24, 2025

Building Stronger Futures Through Prevention and Wellness

October is Substance Use and Misuse Prevention Month, a time to recognize the strength of tribal communities and the importance of protecting the health and well-being of BIE students and their families.


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Graphic: Adjusting to Being Home for the Summer
May 23, 2025

How to Adjust to Being Home for the Summer

At the end of the school year, the transition to spending all your time at home during summer break can affect you emotionally, academically and physically. The Bureau of Indian Education Behavioral Health and Wellness Program has some tips to help…


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Graphic: How to Study Smarter This Semester
January 17, 2025

Tips for Effective Studying in the New Semester

The beginning of the calendar year brings the start of a new semester, and there is no better time to reset study habits than after a long break. The new year is a time full of resolutions, and students and their parents and guardians can implement…


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healthy habits
January 16, 2025

Healthy Habits for the New Year

January is National Staying Healthy Month, a time to focus on wellness and build lasting healthy habits. Lt. Cmdr. Casey Cavanaugh, BIE’s National Nutrition Consultant, shares seven practical tips—including increasing fiber, limiting screen time,…


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A teacher in a red sweater stands at a smartboard while a class of students faces it and listens.
January 16, 2025

Bureau of Indian Education Provides Impactful, Purpose-Driven Workplace

Bureau of Indian Education elementary school teachers contribute to the Bureau’s mission of excellence in student-centered, Indigenous education. Every day, they meet the educational needs of the BIE’s Indigenous students in 23 states across 64…


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Graphic: Tips for Fighting the Winter Blues
December 4, 2024

BIE Behavioral Health Tips for Fighting the Winter Blues

Seasonal depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder affect millions of people each year, especially younger individuals. The holiday season can also be challenging due to less sunlight and vitamin D exposure. The Bureau of Indian Education is…


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SIPI Students show off their diplomas on graduation day in 2024
November 26, 2024

Navigating College Applications and Scholarships

A guide to navigating college applications and financial aid, emphasizing early preparation, organized planning, and utilizing resources like FAFSA, scholarships, and support from institutions such as SIPI and Haskell to help students achieve higher…


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A child waving inside a school bus.
October 21, 2024

National School Bus Safety Week

Riding the school bus is a privilege enjoyed by many Bureau of Indian Education students. School Bus Safety Week reminds motorists and passengers alike to help keep trips to and from school safe. BIE bus drivers prioritize the health and well-being…


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Young Teen Reads in Library
October 11, 2024

Teen Read Week: Empowering Young Minds

Teen Read Week is a national event that encourages teens to explore reading for enjoyment and develop lifelong literacy skills, which can positively impact their academic success and personal growth.


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U.S. Department of the Interior
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Washington, DC 20240

Telephone: 202-941-0789
Email: biecommunications@bie.edu