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Jefferson teacher urges Sioux Falls schools to integrate Indigenous culture through art
Summary
John B. Heeler, an Oceti Sakowin Owa Onspe teacher at Jefferson High School, said a program that integrates Indigenous culture and art into classrooms helps students connect to community heritage and builds relationships across Roosevelt and Jefferson schools.
John B. Heeler, who identified himself by his Dakota name (Seize Within) and as an Oceti Sakowin Owa Onspe teacher, told listeners that integrating Indigenous culture into classrooms through art helps tether students to their ancestors and strengthens community ties. He spoke during a school program at Jefferson High School; the transcript does not indicate this was a school board…
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