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Edmonds School District; Indian Education Program
E-15 Nations logo
design by Andrew Morrison.
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Indian Education
Program
"E-15
Nations"
Educational Support & Cultural Enrichment Program
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Services
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 & Dancers 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.
Mondays 530p to 730p at the Homeschool Resource Center Rm 40;
Indian Education Program Room. 23200 100th Avenue W in Edmonds
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 with your concerns.
First Nations Clubs
Ultilizing cultural values, goal setting and relationship building, these clubs meet after school to increase student's sense of pride, belonging and support for one another in their school experiences.
| Club Name |
School Location |
Time of Meetings |
Onsite Advisor Contact |
| Proud Native Mustangs |
Alderwood Middle School |
Wed 230p to 330p |
Kris Freywald |
| Cougar Tracks |
College Place Middle |
Mon 230p to 330p |
Thea Gardner |
| Winterhawk |
Mountlake Terrace High School |
Wed 200p to 330p |
Penny Lefavoure |
| If you would like to join or just come check out a meeting, please call the Indian Education Coordinator, 425-431-7133. You do not have to be Native to be a member of the First Nations Clubs. |
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 or email Gail Morris 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.
| Parent Advisory Board |
| President |
Pamela Bond |
Snohomish |
| Vice-President |
Kim Vogle |
Tsimshian |
| Treasurer |
Pamela Bond |
Snohomish |
| Secretary |
Elizabeth Walker |
Lytton First Nation |
If your student is enrolled in the Indian Education Program and you would like to be Board Member, please contact Gail Morris
Eligibility Requirements:
American Indian and Alaskan Native Children attending an elementary,
middle or senior high school in the Edmonds School District may enroll in the Indian Education Program.
Download the Title Vll 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:
- Student name,
- Name of tribe,
- Name of tribal member (child himself/herself,
child's natural parent or natural grandparent),
- Parent or guardian date and signature.
If you can provide this information please sign and return the Title
Vll Student Eligibility Certification Form to the Indian Education
Program at the Edmonds Service Center(ESC) building. If you are
unable to prove heritage, or you are researching eligibility, please call
Gail T. Morris and I can help you. Your student’s private
information will be protected, we do not give out any information
concerning your child’s tribal affiliation, grades, or school to anyone,
nor do we share information with any other program without asking you
first.
If you have any questions about completing this form or about the
Indian Education Program, please call Ms. Morris at (425)
431-7133. I will be contacting you as soon as I get your
paperwork.
Title VII Eligibility Form; PDF
version, MS Word version.
Teachers, Administrators, Parents and Families,
please download and mail or fax this form
to:
Indian Education Coordinator
20420 68th Ave
West
Lynnwood, WA 98036
Fax:
425-431-7133 |
Driving Directions:
From
Everett: I-5, exit #177 (N.E. 205th), turn right (W). Continue west on
N.E. 205th (Follow signs for Ferry/Hwy 104 (West)). "Y" to the right (becomes
Edmonds Way). Continue on Edmonds Way, turn left at 100th Ave W. Turn right at
next signal.
From
Seattle: I-5, exit #177 (Edmonds/Kingston Ferry), turn right (W).
Continue west on N.E. 205th (Follow signs for Ferry/Hwy 104 (West)). "Y" to the
right (becomes Edmonds Way). Continue on Edmonds Way, turn left at 100th Ave W.
Turn right at next signal.
Drum Project, Spring 2008. One of many cultural education projects being offered through the Indian Education Program.
E-15 Nations logo design by Andrew
Morrison.
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