Newsletters:

September 2007

The Title VII Indian Education program is a federally funded program designed to work with Native students and families, and local education authorities to create a successful public school experience for Native students.

Utilizing this grant, The Springfield Public Schools Office of Indian Education has implemented several goals to achieve, which include:

• High Retention Rates
• Greater Academic Success
• Increased Cultural Knowledge
• To Raise Self-Esteem
• To Increase the Number of Students Seeking Placement in Post Secondary Institutions
• Free school supplies to families in need
• Tutoring in all academic areas
• Mentoring for at-risk students
• Weekly culture classes
• Academic advising
• Advocacy for students and families when working with local administrators
• Support with families working with the local Juvenile Justice System
• Class presentations
• Culture events

In addition to these goals, the intent is to help educate the mainstream population of the diverse Native cultures.

You may contact the Springfield Public School's Indian Education Office, at 726-3211.