The Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) is pleased to announce a significant training opportunity designed and specifically tailored for school district administrators, staff, school board members, and educators, to enhance their understanding and engagement with American Indian students, families, and the 11 Sovereign Tribal Nations that share geography with the state of Minnesota.

Objectives: The primary goal of this training is to equip K-12 educators, staff, and administrators, with the knowledge and tools necessary to serve American Indian students and foster positive relationships effectively. Participants will gain insights that they can apply directly in their teaching practices and community interactions.

Event Details and Registration

Dates: Tuesday, July 23, and Wednesday, July 24, 2024.

Location: Grand Casino Mille Lacs

Register Here. Please complete a separate registration form for each individual.

• Preliminary Agenda
• District Reimbursement Application: this form must be completed if a district would like to receive the reimbursement of $500 per participant. The payments will be processed by MDE after the training.
• Lodging Recommendation: Grand Casino Mille Lacs at 777 Grand Avenue, Onamia, MN 56359, the same location as the two-day training. Rooms are $99-$109 per night plus taxes and fees until July 8, 2024. Call Grand Casino Mille Lacs at 800-626-5825 and mention code TDE722M for the training block.

This two-day in-person training event promises engaging sessions led by experts in American Indian education. Participants can expect interactive Dakota and Ojibwe language sessions, panel discussions, and networking opportunities aimed at deepening their understanding and cultural competency.

We look forward to welcoming you to this important initiative aimed at strengthening our collective commitment to Native education and community engagement.