The Bureau of Indian Affairs offers the Pathways Internship Program, designed to "help Native students join the workforce after finishing school." College students can get a paid internship without prior work experience through the Pathways program, which can turn into a permanent career if requirements are met. Trainees will be paid based on the federal … Continue reading Pathways Internship Program
Via PBS.org: How safe are Bureau of Indian Education Schools?
An excerpt: Thousands of children attend schools operated by the federal Bureau of Indian Education, and for years, no one has known for sure if the buildings where they learn, eat and sleep are safe. That’s one finding from a recent report issued by the Government Accountability Office that has shaken the bureau, which oversees … Continue reading Via PBS.org: How safe are Bureau of Indian Education Schools?
Federally Run Schools for Native American Children Are Worst in America. Here’s How to Fix That.
An excerpt: Congress could soon find itself with a chance to radically improve the lives of thousands of children currently trapped in crumbling and failing schools now that Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz., has proposed the Native American Educational Opportunity Act. The proposal would enable children attending Bureau of Indian Education-funded schools to access education savings … Continue reading Federally Run Schools for Native American Children Are Worst in America. Here’s How to Fix That.
Indian Affairs: Key Actions Needed to Ensure Safety and Health at Indian School Facilities
GAO-16-313, March 10 The Department of the Interior's (Interior) Office of the Assistant Secretary-Indian Affairs (Indian Affairs) lacks sound information on safety and health conditions of all Bureau of Indian Education (BIE) school facilities. Specifically, GAO found that Indian Affairs' national information on safety and health deficiencies at schools is not complete and accurate because … Continue reading Indian Affairs: Key Actions Needed to Ensure Safety and Health at Indian School Facilities
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) 2004 BIE Part B 2016 Grant Award Application
Under the General Education Provisions Act and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) 2004, the Bureau of Indian Education (BIE) is required to publish their annual Part B Grant Award application for 60 days, of which 30 days must be allowed to accept public comment. The application for Federal Fiscal Year (FFY) 2016 includes … Continue reading Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) 2004 BIE Part B 2016 Grant Award Application
NIEA Press Release: Senator Barrasso Announces Introduction of RAISE Act at NIEA’s Head to the Hill Day
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 25, 2016 Washington, D.C. - At the National Indian Education Association's (NIEA) annual legislative summit, Senator Barrasso (R-WY), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs, announced he was introducing a bill to Congress that would have ramifications for the future of Native education. The Reforming American … Continue reading NIEA Press Release: Senator Barrasso Announces Introduction of RAISE Act at NIEA’s Head to the Hill Day