STRATEGIC PLAN REGARDING STRATEGIC PLAN REGARDING EDUCATIONAL ENHANCEMENT EDUCATIONAL ENHANCEMENT Pokagon Band Department of Education “Ind “I ndian Ed ian Educ What do all nations want? They want citizens that are ucation” ation” has always always been a progressive study of cultural preservation intertwined with political climate. knowledgeable of the history of the nation, and informed about the realities that still face their communities. For centuries Tribal Nations have been denied input on education, submitting to the discretion of the dominant culture. They want educated citizens who have successful careers in cutting edge jobs, producing long term economic growth and stability. With stronger tribal governments and increased economic These engaged citizens become less dependent on government resources, tribes are actively seeking new ways of investing in the services, allowing funding capabilities for other programs or needs. education of their citizens. In return, their citizens want a government that will protect The Pokagon Band Department of Education Strategic Plan STRATEGIC PLAN FOR their Culture, Rights, Wealth and Sovereignty. Regarding Educational Enhancements will examine what is needed to ensure highly effective education for all Pokagon Band Citizens. ” Tribal nations are no different. EDUCATIONAL ENHANCEMENT
Pokagon Band Department of Education Strategic Goals • Create Sustainable Educational Pathways for All Tribal Citizens with Specific Measurable Outcomes. Increase Data Collection through the use of Technology. • Streamline Services & Consolidate Programs • to ensure fiscal responsibility. Develop a Workforce Pathway • for all “Branches” of Tribal Interests . Design an Accredited Tribal Leadership Endorsement that Fosters an • Expected Foundation of Professional Culture. Pokégnek Bodéwadmik · Pokagon Band of Potawatomi
Educational Approach Using Traditional Wisdom Department of Education Organizational Structure Director of Education Sam Morseau Tribal Development Continuing Higher Education Donald Sumners Joseph Avance Polly Mitchell Francis Kasper Administrative Assistant ‐ Skye Wallin K ‐ 12 th Program Services Susan Doyle Early Childhood Education *Head Start Educational Resource Specialist Autumn Cabrillas Kristie Bussler 3 Pokégnek Bodéwadmik · Pokagon Band of Potawatomi
Current Stakeholders Current Stakeholders Current Stakeholders Current Stakeholders Current Stakeholders Current Stakeholders Of Education Of Education Of Education Of Education Of Education Of Education Tribal Government Tribal Government Tribal Government • • • Tribal Council Tribal Council Tribal Council • • • Department of Education Department of Education Department of Education • • • Dept. Human Resources Dept. Human Resources Dept. Human Resources • • • Department of Health Services Department of Health Services Department of Health Services Four Winds Casino Resort Four Winds Casino Resort Four Winds Casino Resort • • • Pokagon Gaming Authority Pokagon Gaming Authority Pokagon Gaming Authority • • • Tribal Development Program Tribal Development Program Tribal Development Program Mno Bmadsen Mno Bmadsen Mno Bmadsen • • • Apprenticeship Apprenticeship Apprenticeship • • • Accu ‐ mold Accu ‐ mold Accu ‐ mold • • • D.A. Dodd D.A. Dodd D.A. Dodd Local Education Agencies Local Education Agencies Local Education Agencies • • • Title VII Schools Title VII Schools Title VII Schools • • • Niles Community Schools Niles Community Schools Niles Community Schools • • • Dowagiac Community Schools Dowagiac Community Schools Dowagiac Community Schools Collegiate Partnerships Collegiate Partnerships Collegiate Partnerships • • • Lake Michigan College Lake Michigan College Lake Michigan College • • • Southwestern Michigan College Southwestern Michigan College Southwestern Michigan College • • • Indiana University – South Bend Indiana University – South Bend Indiana University – South Bend • • • Western Michigan University Western Michigan University Western Michigan University Michigan State University Michigan State University Michigan State University • • • Pokégnek Bodéwadmik · Pokagon Band of Potawatomi
Sustainable Educational Growth For Citizens . (Spouses, & Custodial Parents) Engaged Citizens Gainful Employment – Community Service 4 Year University – Bachelors / Masters Degree / PhD. 2 Year College – Associates Degree / VoTech Certification Diploma – Diploma – GED ED – Certificate of ertificate of Completion Completion Local Education Agency Local Education Agency (Public School, Private School, Home School, Tribal School) Early Childhood Education Early Childhood Education Language & Culture Language & Culture Pokégnek Bodéwadmik · Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Family Roots Family Roots 5 Your Logo
Educational Excellence Initiative Purpose: Purpose: The goal of the Educational Excellence Initiative (EEI) is to encourage Pokagon Band students in grades Kindergarten through 12th grade to strive for educational excellence, to attend school regularly, and to improve their academic performance. This “Invest in You” program allows citizens to increase funding for educational programs they frequently use, thereby increasing their knowledge, skills and ability to flourish in post-secondary educational institution. Eligibility (mu Eligibilit (must be the follow be the following ng criter criteria ia): Time Frame: Time Frame: • Grades and Attendance • August 1st-July 31st - All money earned must be used for • An enrolled Pokagon Tribal Citizen another program within that same school year. • Attending an accredited education agency • Deadline to receive report cards is at the end of the • In Kindergarten- 12 th grade following marking period/semester/quarter. Kindergarten ‐ 5 th Grade 5+ Absences Ineligible Semester Grades/Marking Period/Quarter Attendance 2.5 ‐ 2.9 3.0 ‐ 3.4 3.5 ‐ 4.0+ Funding Option Fun ing Options : 4 ‐ 5 Absences $50 $75 $100 3 Absences $75 $100 $125 These supplemental funds can be added 2 Absences $100 $125 $150 to other educational program such as: 1 Absence $125 $150 $175 Enrichment Program, Special Requests, Perfect Attendance $150 $175 $200 and Tutoring. 6 th Grade ‐ 12 th Grade 5+ Absences Ineligible Semester Grades /Marking Period/Quarter In addition, funds may be used for the Youth Transportation IDA offered Attendance 2.5 ‐ 2.9 3.0 ‐ 3.4 3.5 ‐ 4.0+ through Chi Ishobak starting when the 4 ‐ 5 Absences $100 $150 $200 child turns 13 years old. 3 Absences $125 $175 $225 2 Absences $150 $200 $250 1 Absence $175 $225 $275 Pokégnek Bodéwadmik · Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Perfect Attendance $200 $250 $300
Higher Education Enhancements Education Portal • Using technology to record educational data of Pokagon Band Citizens Processing Higher Education Scholarship • applications faster • Ability to manage increased citizen program enrollment from college Freshman to Graduate degree programs. Joseph Avance Book Stipend Direct Deposit Higher Ed. Specialist • No longer having to wait for book stipend check to be mailed The ability to have access of funds while away • at school • Allows purchasing of books faster • Eliminating the stress of falling behind in class due to not having books Pokégnek Bodéwadmik · Pokagon Band of Potawatomi
Honoring Our Graduates Graduate Banquet The purpose of this event is to provide an opportunity to showcase our high school and college graduates and highlight their achievements and future plans. (Diploma/GED, Associates, Bachelors, Masters, Doctorate) Pokagon Journal Every citizen who graduates with a Bachelors Degree will receive a Pokagon Journal Pendleton Blanket Every citizen who graduates with a degree of higher learning is eligible to receive a Pendleton Blanket (one time only) Pokagon Band Graduate Tree Your Name Here The Pokagon Band Graduate Tree is intended to Name of College or University celebrate the educational accomplishment of all Major / Year Pokagon Band citizens. Any citizen who has graduated with an Associates, Bachelors, Masters, or Doctorate degree will have a leaf engraved in their honor. Pokégnek Bodéwadmik · Pokagon Band of Potawatomi 8
Elders Workshop Kindle Fire E-Readers • Department of Education will continue implementing Elder services such as providing trainings in social media and an introduction to technology. The Department of Education hopes to increase Elder access to books and other • educational materials by supplying Kindles and trainings to assist with technological needs. The Simon Pokagon Memorial Library is now • online, allowing free access to books, audiobooks, and streaming video to your mobile device • In collaboration with Language & Culture, a Potawatomi Language App will be available for Apple & Kindle users. Working with the Pokagon Rights Board and IT • to implement researching of historical documents Pokégnek Bodéwadmik · Pokagon Band of Potawatomi
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