The 2009 national conference provided an opportunity for Indian education partners at all levels to participate and engage in an effective dialogue for addressing the issues facing American Indian and Alaska Native students, their schools, families, and communities. Day 1      Day 2      Day 3

The 3-day forum helped foster communication, collaboration, and cooperative strategies among federal, state, local and tribal agencies, and national advocacy organizations. Over 70 workshops were offered that focused on best practices and partnerships in all areas of education as well as safe and healthy communities. The following are just a few of the topics that were covered:

• Student achievement
• Recruitment and retention of Native students
• 21st century instructional tools
• Family and community wellness
• Prevention of substance abuse in adolescents
• Urban and rural Indian youth programs
• Formula and discretionary grant technical assistance