American Indian Education Program
The ISD 728 American Indian Education Program (AIEP) creates a safe and welcoming space for Indigenous students, families and faculty. The AIEP is a unique program that follows students through their K-12 schooling, instilling our Indigenous values and living our traditions. We welcome all Native American students into our program, regardless of Tribal affiliation, blood quantum, or country of origin.
Our Vision is to give American Indian students the tools they need to connect with their culture and reach their full potential; Mentally, Spiritually, Physically and Emotionally.
Our services include:
- Academic advising.
- Scholarship, college, vocational or workforce advising and assistance.
- Cultural activities and lessons including Ojibwe and Dakota Language.
- Dropout Prevention and Credit Recovery including monitoring student's academic achievements and attendance.
- Events including; AIE Powwow, Snow snake and Traditional Lacrosse Field Days, Craft Circle, Drum Circle, Fancy Shawl and Jingle dance practice and much more!
- Field trips; Mille Lacs Indian Museum, The Minnesota Institute of Arts, the University of Minnesota, Augsburg University, Red Lake Tribal and Community College MPLS campus and more!
- Traditional Graduation Honoring Ceremony
- Monthly Newsletter
To provide services to students complete the Registration Forms
CONTACT US
American Indian Education Program
Handke Center, Room 214
1170 Main St NW Elk River MN 55330
763-241-3400 x5543
americanindianeducation@isd728.org
Mari Mansfield
American Indian Education Specialist
763-241-3400 x5543
mariana.mansfield@isd728.org
Dara Grimmer
AIEP Instructional Mentor
763-241-3400 x5551
dara.grimmer@isd728.org
Anndee Schiltz
Clerk
763-241-3400 x5552
anndee.schiltz@isd728.org