Jeehdeez’a Celebration Marks Full-Circle Moment for Community
Students, educators, families and community members gathered on April 22, 2025, under brilliant clear skies in Low Mountain, Arizona, to celebrate the opening of Jeehdeez’a Elementary School’s new state-of-the-art outdoor sports complex. The event…
Celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week
As we celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for your unwavering commitment and passion for our students at the Bureau of Indian Education.
Culinary Students Inspire New Mexico 4-H Participants with Hands-On Lessons
On March 8, Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute Culinary Arts students Cory Gene and Jaden Pino traded their classroom aprons for community chef coats to teach the next generation of young cooks at a statewide 4-H event.
Supporting Tribal Education and Economic Development in Montana
As Director of the Bureau of Indian Education, I recently joined Indian Affairs leadership on a multi-day visit to Montana. Our focus was on advancing key priorities of the administration, including public safety, economic development, energy…
St. Francis Indian School Student Excels at Poetry Out Loud State Finals
Earlier this year, St. Francis Indian School tenth grader Gabriel showcased his exceptional poetry recitation skills at the Poetry Out Loud State Finals at the Washington Pavilion in downtown Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
Haskell Indian Nations University Joins Federal Air Monitoring Network, Hosts…
On April 23, leaders and staff from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) joined educators at Haskell Indian Nations University in Lawrence, Kansas, to celebrate the opening of the campus’ Clean Air Status and Trends Network (CASTNET) air…
BIE Students from Maine Explore STEM Opportunities at MIT
During the week of March 24, 32 middle school students and 12 staff members from Maine Indian Education’s three schools—Indian Island School, Indian Township School, and Sipayik Elementary School—traveled to the Massachusetts Institute of Technology…
Nenahnezad Community School Brings Families Together with Basketball Tournament
Nenahnezad Community School hosted a high-energy Family Day event on April 12, 2025, centered around a growing favorite, their 3-on-3 basketball league. The league wrapped up its season with a Saturday tournament that brought families and staff…
Saint Francis Indian School Students Showcase Programming Skills in NASA…
Students from Saint Francis Indian School showcased their exceptional STEM skills in STEM education through the NASA TechRise Program.
Tribal Consultation on Indian Affairs Workforce Efficiency and Productivity -…
As we navigate the complexities of our nation's fiscal realities, President Trump and his Administration are working to enhance government efficiency while upholding trust and treaty obligations across Indian Country. Our objective is to streamline…
