Tag: Bureau of Indian Education
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Via Indian Country Today: 9 Ways the New Education Law Is a Win for Indian Country
An excerpt: The Every Student Succeeds Act of 2015 is a big win for Indian country, according to the National Indian Education Association. Executive Director Ahniwake Rose, Cherokee/Creek, and Federal Policy Associate Dimple Patel explained why in a January 27 webinar, “Understanding the Every Student Succeeds Act.” ESSA, signed into law by President Obama on…