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STRATEGIC PLAN FOR EDUCATIONAL ENHANCEMENT STRATEGIC PLAN REGARDING STRATEGIC PLAN REGARDING EDUCATIONAL ENHANCEMENT EDUCATIONAL ENHANCEMENT

Pokagon Band Department of Education

“I “Ind ndian Ed ian Educ ucation” ation” has always always been a progressive study of cultural preservation intertwined with political climate. For centuries Tribal Nations have been denied input on education, submitting to the discretion of the dominant culture. With stronger tribal governments and increased economic resources, tribes are actively seeking new ways of investing in the education of their citizens. The Pokagon Band Department of Education Strategic Plan Regarding Educational Enhancements will examine what is needed to ensure highly effective education for all Pokagon Band Citizens. ”

What do all nations want? They want citizens that are knowledgeable of the history of the nation, and informed about the realities that still face their communities. They want educated citizens who have successful careers in cutting edge jobs, producing long term economic growth and stability. These engaged citizens become less dependent on government services, allowing funding capabilities for other programs or needs. In return, their citizens want a government that will protect their Culture, Rights, Wealth and Sovereignty. Tribal nations are no different.

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• Increase Data Collection through the use of Technology.

Department of Education Strategic Goals

• Create Sustainable Educational Pathways for All Tribal Citizens

with Specific Measurable Outcomes.

• Design an Accredited Tribal Leadership Endorsement that Fosters an

Expected Foundation of Professional Culture.

• Develop a Workforce Pathway

for all “Branches” of Tribal Interests.

• Streamline Services & Consolidate Programs

to ensure fiscal responsibility.

Pokagon Band

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Educational Approach Using Traditional Wisdom

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Administrative Assistant ‐ Skye Wallin

Department of Education Organizational Structure

Educational Resource Specialist Kristie Bussler Director of Education Sam Morseau Early Childhood Education *Head Start Autumn Cabrillas K‐12th Program Services Susan Doyle Tribal Development Donald Sumners Polly Mitchell Continuing Higher Education Joseph Avance Francis Kasper

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• Tribal Council
• Department of Education
• Dept. Human Resources
• Department of Health Services

Four Winds Casino Resort

• Pokagon Gaming Authority
• Tribal Development Program

Mno Bmadsen

• Apprenticeship
• Accu‐mold
• D.A. Dodd

Local Education Agencies

• Title VII Schools
• Niles Community Schools
• Dowagiac Community Schools

Collegiate Partnerships

• Lake Michigan College
• Southwestern Michigan College
• Indiana University – South Bend
• Western Michigan University
• Michigan State University

Tribal Government

• Tribal Council
• Department of Education
• Dept. Human Resources
• Department of Health Services

Four Winds Casino Resort

• Pokagon Gaming Authority
• Tribal Development Program

Mno Bmadsen

• Apprenticeship
• Accu‐mold
• D.A. Dodd

Local Education Agencies

• Title VII Schools
• Niles Community Schools
• Dowagiac Community Schools

Collegiate Partnerships

• Lake Michigan College
• Southwestern Michigan College
• Indiana University – South Bend
• Western Michigan University
• Michigan State University

Current Stakeholders Current Stakeholders Of Education Of Education Current Stakeholders Current Stakeholders Of Education Of Education

Tribal Government

• Tribal Council
• Department of Education
• Dept. Human Resources
• Department of Health Services

Four Winds Casino Resort

• Pokagon Gaming Authority
• Tribal Development Program

Mno Bmadsen

• Apprenticeship
• Accu‐mold
• D.A. Dodd

Local Education Agencies

• Title VII Schools
• Niles Community Schools
• Dowagiac Community Schools

Collegiate Partnerships

• Lake Michigan College
• Southwestern Michigan College
• Indiana University – South Bend
• Western Michigan University
• Michigan State University

Current Stakeholders Current Stakeholders Of Education Of Education

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Sustainable Educational Growth For Citizens.

(Spouses, & Custodial Parents)

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Your Logo

Language & Language & Culture Culture Early Childhood Education Early Childhood Education Local Education Agency Local Education Agency

(Public School, Private School, Home School, Tribal School)

Diploma – Diploma – GED ED – Certificate of ertificate of Completion Completion

4 Year University – Bachelors / Masters Degree / PhD.

Engaged Citizens Gainful Employment – Community Service

2 Year College – Associates Degree / VoTech Certification

Family Roots Family Roots

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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.

Educational Excellence Initiative

5+ Absences Ineligible Kindergarten ‐5th Grade Semester Grades/Marking Period/Quarter Attendance 2.5‐2.9 3.0‐3.4 3.5‐4.0+ 4‐5 Absences $50 $75 $100 3 Absences $75 $100 $125 2 Absences $100 $125 $150 1 Absence $125 $150 $175 Perfect Attendance $150 $175 $200 5+ Absences Ineligible 6th Grade ‐12th Grade Semester Grades /Marking Period/Quarter Attendance 2.5‐2.9 3.0‐3.4 3.5‐4.0+ 4‐5 Absences $100 $150 $200 3 Absences $125 $175 $225 2 Absences $150 $200 $250 1 Absence $175 $225 $275 Perfect Attendance $200 $250 $300

Fun Funding Option ing Options:

Eligibilit Eligibility (mu (must be the follow be the following ng criter criteria ia):

• Grades and Attendance
• An enrolled Pokagon Tribal Citizen
• Attending an accredited education agency
• In Kindergarten- 12th grade

Time Frame: Time Frame:

• August 1st-July 31st - All money earned must be used for

another program within that same school year.

• Deadline to receive report cards is at the end of the

following marking period/semester/quarter.

These supplemental funds can be added to other educational program such as: Enrichment Program, Special Requests, and Tutoring. In addition, funds may be used for the Youth Transportation IDA offered through Chi Ishobak starting when the child turns 13 years old.

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Higher Education Enhancements

• 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

Book Stipend Direct Deposit

• Using technology to record educational data
• f Pokagon Band Citizens
• Processing Higher Education Scholarship

applications faster

• Ability to manage increased citizen program

enrollment from college Freshman to Graduate degree programs.

Education Portal

Joseph Avance Higher Ed. Specialist

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Honoring Our Graduates

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Graduate Banquet

The purpose of this event is to provide an

• pportunity 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

The Pokagon Band Graduate Tree is intended to celebrate the educational accomplishment of all Pokagon Band citizens. Any citizen who has graduated with an Associates, Bachelors, Masters,

• r Doctorate degree will have a leaf engraved in

their honor.

Your Name Here Name of College or University Major / Year

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• The Simon Pokagon Memorial Library is now
• nline, 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

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.

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THANK YOU

Samuel Morseau, Director of Education Sam.Morseau@pokagonband-nsn.gov Kristie Bussler, Educational Resource Specialist Kristie.Bussler@pokagonband-nsn.gov Skye Wallin, Administrative Assistant Skye.Wallin@pokagonband-nsn.gov Autumn Cabrillas, Educational Associate (Birth-4th Grade) Autumn.Cabrillas@pokagonband-nsn.gov Susan Doyle, Educational Associate (5th-12th Grade)

Susan.Doyle@pokagonband-nsn.gov

Polly Mitchell, Educational Associate (Continuing Education)

Polly.Mitchell@pokagonband-nsn.gov

Joseph Avance, Higher Education Specialist Joseph.Avance@pokagonband-nsn.gov Donald Sumners, Educational Associate- (Nation Building)

Donald.Sumners@pokagonband-nsn.gov