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.

The U.S. Office of Indian Education in Washington directly offers a number of programs. These programs may be offered to schools through Formula Grants, Demonstration Grants, and Professional Development Grants.

Indian Education Summit Save the Date flyer

Registration is now open for the 2022 ND Indian Education Summit.

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North Dakota Native American Essential Understandings

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

Native American Essential Understandings

Native American Needs Assessment & 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.

Native American Needs Assessment

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North Dakota ESSA Tribal Stakeholder and Tribal Consultation

A new 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 Stakeholder and 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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2022 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 pleased to announce the 8th Annual North Dakota Indian Education Summit (NDIES). This two-day event will be held at the North Dakota State Capitol in Bismarck, ND on July 7-8, 2022. The NDIES is open to all ND educators and is designed to provide professional development and education on best practices in Indian education.

Registration is now open!

The registration cost includes two full days of dynamic keynotes, educational breakout sessions, cultural presentations, breakfast, lunch, snacks, drinks, handouts/resource materials, door prizes, and great networking opportunities. Single day rates are not available. Lodging is not included and is not arranged by Summit staff.

Attendee Registration Fee - $145
Product Vendor Registration Fee - $100
Exhibitor (Informational Booth) Registration Fee - $50
Presenter/Staff Registration Fee - FREE

**On-site registrations will NOT be accepted.**

There is limited space available for this popular event, so be sure to register early. We will only be able to accommodate the first 200 registrants. Registration payments must be made online with a credit card at the time of registration. Payments by cash or check will no longer be accepted for any registrations.

If you have any questions not answered by the following resources (items will be linked when details are finalized), please contact the Indian Education Office.