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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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A firefighter in a yellow jacket and protective equipment walks through a field of flames, overseeing prescribed burn.
February 3, 2026

Department of the Interior Expands Training Pathway for Native Youth in…

The Department of the Interior announced today a new partnership between the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the Bureau of Indian Education to prepare Native students for careers in wildland firefighting, strengthening the workforce while creating…


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Two young female students hold up their paintings while three women stand behind them, posing for a photo.
February 3, 2026

From the Classroom to the State Capitol: Two Sisters’ Artistic Milestone

The Governor’s Student Art Competition showcases the best young artists from across the state. On November 19, 2025, two students from St. Francis Indian School, sisters Madelyn and Alissandra, were honored for their outstanding artwork, talent and…


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A man in a grey suit and bowtie poses for a headshot.
January 26, 2026

Haskell Indian Nations University Announces Dr. Alex Red Corn as Temporary…

The Bureau of Indian Education announces the appointment of Alex Red Corn, Ed.D., as the temporary president of Haskell Indian Nations University through an Intergovernmental Personnel Act assignment. This innovative partnership reflects BIE’s…


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