Native American
What does threatened federal funding do for California K-12 schools? | Quick Guide
The U.S. Department of Education alarmed school leaders last week by threatening to withhold federal funding from schools and colleges […]
February 24, 2025
One-third of Native American students in California were chronically absent last year
As chronic absences have steadily decreased in California schools, the rate among Native American students remains consistently higher. Persistent high […]
December 3, 2024
Native American students miss school at higher rates. It only got worse during the pandemic
After missing 40 days of school last year, Tommy Betom, 10, is on track this year for much better attendance. […]
December 3, 2024
These Native tribes are working with schools to boost attendance
As the Watonga school system’s Indian education director, Hollie Youngbear works to help Native American students succeed in the Oklahoma […]
December 3, 2024