The Partnerships for Indian Education Conference to be held in Rapid City, South Dakota, July 8-10, 2008, is called for by Executive Order 13336 and provide an opportunity for Indian education partners to participate and engage in an effective dialogue on furthering the academic success of Native American students.
Conference Location
Rushmore Plaza Civic Center
444 Mt. Rushmore Rd. N.
Rapid City, SD 57701
605-394-4115
Conference Dress Apparel: Business Casual
More information regarding Exhibitors coming soon!
In an effort to foster communication, collaboration, and cooperative strategies, the 3 day conference will allow federal, state and tribal agencies and national organizations to share promising practices and effective programs in the areas of students, schools, family, and community.
The goals of the conference are:
- To discuss the progress of the Executive Order 13336 and EO report
- To provide a forum on current research in Indian education
- To engage and discuss research based projects suitable for replication
- To provide an opportunity to discuss policies, principles, and plans for Indian education at the federal, state, tribal, and local levels
- To showcase successful collaborative interagency partnerships in Indian education
- To reveal the latest and most innovative practices that successfully advocate for Native student success in all areas of their community
Each day will focus on current practices and resources that programs can utilize or adapt to their community. The national conference will bring together all stakeholders to address the unique needs of American Indian and Alaska Native children.
About the Conference Theme
Since passage of the Indian Education Act in 1972, the education of American Indian and Alaska Native children has been a pressing issue that recognizes and requires the involvement of Native educators, administrators, parents, and policy makers. This recognition has created opportunities for tribal communities throughout Indian Country from rural and urban areas to continue to be a catalyst for the resurgence of traditional methods of educating children through language revitalization and cultural methods of instruction.
The workshops and presentations provided throughout the conference will feature innovative strategies to effectively meet the educational needs of our children and families through strong collaborative partnerships.
So mark your calendar and please join us in Rapid City! The national conference will take place at the Mt. Rushmore Plaza Civic Center. Check back later for more information on presenters, call to conference, and workshop sessions.
