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A community garden with a school building behind it in the distance.
September 25, 2024

Indigenous Food Hubs Blog - Harvesting and Honoring Heritage Through Food at…

In early September, just before fall, BIE National Nutrition Consultant U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps Lt. Cmdr. Casey Cavanaugh visited Wingate High School. The visit kicked off a partnership with the Native American Agriculture Fund…


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Bureau of Indian Education logo
September 23, 2024

DTLL: Indian School Equalization Program Eligibility Criteria

BIE is issuing this Dear Tribal Leader Letter (“DTLL”) to clarify ISEP eligibility criteria for BIE funding purposes only. This DTLL does not impact in any way a tribe’s authority to dictate its own tribal membership criteria.


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Student sleeps at desk
September 17, 2024

The Role of Sleep in Student Success

Sleep is essential for students' health and academic success, influencing everything from memory and cognitive function to emotional well-being and physical health. During Student Sleep Health Week, the Bureau of Indian Education highlights the…


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A student completes school work using both pencil and paper and a laptop.
September 16, 2024

Information Technology Professionals Bring New Connections to BIE Schools

The BIE’s information technology professionals have been working hard to update internet technology nationwide. They began by assessing each school's requirements to ensure the internet infrastructure could support staff and students accessing it…


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A group of students sit at a graduation ceremony in their caps and gowns, holding up either diploma casings.
September 11, 2024

Tribal Colleges and Universities Offer Affordable, Quality Higher Education

The Bureau of Indian Education is committed to offering affordable and culturally relevant educational opportunities to American Indian and Alaska Native students pursuing higher education.


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A boy stands smiling in a classroom in front of other students.
August 15, 2024

National Back-to-School Prep Day

The Bureau of Indian Education is committed to providing every student with a culturally relevant, high-quality education. As staff gear up for the academic year with lesson planning and professional development, parents and guardians can take steps…


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A group of students listen to their teacher read them a book while sitting on the floor.
August 9, 2024

National Book Lovers Day

Reading is a cornerstone of a child's development, fostering cognitive growth, language skills and emotional intelligence. According to the U.S. Department of Education, early exposure to reading significantly enhances a child's ability to…


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August 6, 2024

Improving BIE-Funded Schools, Expanding Access, and Addressing Equity

The Great American Outdoors Act represents a historic investment in national parks and public lands. It also represents a significant commitment to a stronger and brighter future for Indigenous students throughout Indian Country.


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A wooden chair is placed a ta desk that has three books on it with a globe in the background.
August 6, 2024

Improving BIE-Funded Schools, Expanding Access, and Addressing Equity

The Great American Outdoors Act represents a historic investment in national parks and public lands. It also represents a significant commitment to a stronger and brighter future for Indigenous students throughout Indian Country.


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Students studey at Nenahnezad Community School
July 24, 2024

New JOM Funding Distribution Process: Student Count Report Due September 16,…

Starting in the 2024-2025 school year, the Bureau of Indian Education will base JOM funding on the most recent count of eligible students.


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