District presentation spotlights Indian education program, new cultural learning site and student supports

Nov 5, 2024

Program staff described a student-centered Indian education program funded by state, federal and Johnson O'Malley aid, highlighted partnerships and a new cultural learning pavilion, and asked the board for at least one additional staff member to extend services to Bigfork.

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Speaker 2, the presenter for the Grand Rapids Public School District’s Indian education program, outlined the program’s mission and daily work supporting American Indian students, saying the effort is "student-centered" and focuses on reducing the opportunity gap through advocacy, cultural awareness and social‑emotional learning.

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