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Walla Walla Public Schools signs memorandum with Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Reservation
Summary
Superintendent Wade Smith announced a memorandum of understanding with the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Reservation to collaborate on the education and cultural instruction of Native American students and align work with the district's Vision 2030 goals.
Wade Smith, superintendent for Walla Walla Public Schools, said the district has established a memorandum of understanding with the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Reservation (CTUIR) intended to address the educational needs and aspirations of Native American students.
Smith described the agreement as "historic," saying it commits the district to collaborative work with the CTUIR to foster increased academic achievement and to include the tribe's history and culture in district instruction. He linked the partnership to the district's Vision 2030 strategic plan, specifically goal number 3, which calls for inclusive and culturally responsive learning environments.
The superintendent said a celebration is planned this spring to officially recognize and memorialize the partnership.
