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Indian Education Program
"E-15 Nations"
Educational Support & Cultural
Enrichment Program
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Attend the Open Public Hearing on the Title VII Indian Education Formula Grant
Cultural Activities
The Indian Education Program plans several cultural activities throughout the year, open to all students in the program and their families. Speakers, storytellers, dancers, drummers, craftspeople, and Two Birdz Youth Powwow Singers & Dangers share their skill and experiences with our students each month. Students and their families also participate in field trips and regional cultural events to engage their knowledge and appreciation of their Indian traditions and heritage. Newsletters are mailed to students and families that list cultural activities, events, exhibits, and powwows in the Pacific Northwest.
Academic Support
The Indian Education Coordinator is able to meet with parents and school staff to assist in creating a culturally responsive plan for success. Educators and parents, please call Laura Wong-Whitebear at 425-431-7133 with your concerns.
Career Exploration
The Indian Education Program arranges field trips for interested high school students to attend the annual Native American Student Day at the UW and Muckleshoot Student Day in Auburn, both of which are for students interested in post-secondary education. Students also participate in the "Northwest Indian Youth Conference" in collaboration with IWASIL Boys and Girls Club, specializing in serving Native Youth in the greater Seattle/King County area. Information about Financial Aid for post-secondary education is sent to all high school juniors and seniors enrolled in our program.
Reference Materials
Teachers, parents and students may check out books, audio-visual materials and artwork.
Students who are working on a Native American paper may call Laura Wong-Whitebear at 425-431-7133 for assistance or ideas. Seniors working on senior projects may call the Indian Education Office to reserve needed materials.
The Indian Education Program provides resources and expertise for all district staff concerning accurate information and materials for teaching about Indian heritage as well as techniques for recognizing and addressing bias and stereotypes in materials or in student behavior. Students and parents encountering any bias or with concerns about the curriculum may contact the Indian Education Office for assistance.
Parent Participation & Advocacy
Parent, grandparent, family, and guardian involvement is a major goal of the program and a great deal of effort is directed at improving conditions for the Indian student. The parents recognize the need for their support in assisting students to meet the goals of the program. Parents are encouraged to call if help or referral is needed to ensure their children's success in school.
Parent Advisory Committee
The Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) is a strong and very supportive aspect of the program. Members meet to discuss and support program activities and to plan special activities such as the Edmonds Community College Powwow, cultural potlucks, Expanding Your Horizons for middle school girls, Spirit Walk for Seattle Indian Health Board, and fundraising events. We are especially proud and make a point of recognizing graduation for our Indian students.
Eligibility Requirements
American Indian and Alaskan Native Children attending an elemetary, middle, or high school in the Edmonds School District may enroll in the Indian Education Program.
Download the Title VII Student Eligibility Certification form to enroll your child in our program. There is no cost or fee to you and your family to participate in the program; however, we must have this form on file to provide services for your child. The main information we need is:
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Student name
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Name of tribe
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Name of tribal member (child himself/herself, child's natural parent or natural grandparent)
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Parent or guardian date and signature
If you can provide this information, please sign and return the Title VII Student Eligibility Certification Form to the Indian Education Program at the Educational Service Center (ESC) building. If you are unable to prove heritage, or you are researching eligibility, please call 425-431-7133 for assistance. Your student's private information will be protected. We do not give out any information concerning your child nor do we share information with any other program without asking you first.
If you have questions about completing this form or about the Indian Education Program, please call Laura Wong-Whitebear at 425-431-7133.
Title VII Eligibility Form: PDF version
Teachers, administrators, parents, and families, please download and mail or fax this form to:
Laura Wong-Whitebear,
Indian Education Coordinator
20420 68th Ave. W.
Lynnwood, WA 98036
Fax: 425-431-7006
