Indian Education

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The unique historical relationship between Tribal Nations and the United States government is a special federal-Indian relationship. This federal-Indian relationship was shaped by the United States Constitution and treaties, and as living documents, the United States Constitution and treaties between tribal Nations is the foundation for the special federal “fiduciary” responsibility for the education of Native learners.

Under various pieces of federal legislation, the United States Congress has stipulated that its responsibility is to ensure that educational programs for all American Indian students and adults meet specific criteria. These programs should (a) focus on high-quality, internationally competitive content and performance standards and (b) reinforce the Indian culture and the Indian community.

Registration is now open for the 2025 ND Indian Education Summit! REGISTER NOW!

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North Dakota Native American Essential Understandings

This is the home of the North Dakota Native American Essential Understandings (NDNAEU) as well as a growing collection of Elder video interviews, lesson plans and other resources.

Essential Understandings

Native American Needs Assessment Survey & Action Plan

The Native American Needs Assessment Action Plan is designed to assist educators and administrators in addressing the needs and areas of possible opportunity that have been identified through the annual Native American Needs Assessment Survey.

Needs Assessment

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North Dakota ESSA Tribal Stakeholder and Tribal Consultation

A requirement under Section 8538 of ESSA requires affected Local Education Agencies (LEAs) to consult with Indian Tribes and tribal agencies on issues affecting Native American students.

ESSA Tribal Consultation

North Dakota Indian Education Advisory Council

North Dakota Indian Education Advisory Council is to act in an advisory role to the department in matters affecting the education of Indian students in North Dakota.

Indian Education Advisory Council

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2025 ND Indian Education Summit

The North Dakota Department of Public Instruction (NDDPI), Office of Indian/Multicultural Education and the North Dakota Indian Affairs Commission are excited to host our 11th Annual North Dakota Indian Education Summit (NDIES) on July 17 & 18, 2025, at the ND State Capitol building in Bismarck ND.

The Indian Education Summit is designed to provide professional development and education on best practices in Indian education and is open to all ND educators.

The event will include two full days of dynamic keynotes, educational breakout sessions, cultural presentations, breakfast, lunch, snacks, beverages, product vendors, informational booths, handouts/resource materials, valuable door prizes, and great networking opportunities.

2025 Registration Categories and Fees

Early Bird Attendee Registration Fee (April 9 - May 16) - $175
Attendee Registration Fee (May 17 - June 30) - $200
Late Attendee Registration Fee (July 1 - 13) - $250
Product Vendor Fee (7:30a - 5:00p, both days) - $100
Informational Exhibitor Fee (11:00a - 1:00p, both days) - $50
Presenter Registration - FREE

**On-site registrations are NOT accepted.**

Links will be added as information is finalized:

2025 ND Indian Education Summit Agenda
2025 Indian Education Summit Breakout Session Schedule
2025 Session Overviews w/Presenter Bios
Capitol Ground Floor and Complex Maps
Continuing Education Credit
2025 Bismarck Hotel Rate Sheet - not an all inclusive list, but provides information on several options in the area. The ND Indian Education Summit does not reserve, book, or fund hotel stays for attendees, vendors, or exhibitors.
2024 Thank You - Sponsors, Exhibitors, Presenters, Planning Committee

If you have any questions please contact the Indian Education Office.

If you or your business would like to sponsor the 11th annual ND Indian Education Summit in July 2025, at any level through monetary donations or door prize donations, please contact the Indian Education Office.

The generous 2024 event sponsors include: