Native American Education

Welcome to Columbia Heights Public Schools Native American Education program. The Native American Education program receives federal and state funding.

Eligibility for Title VI services are available to:

• An enrolled member of a tribe, band or other organized group, including Alaskan and Hawaiian natives.
• A child of a parent or grandparent who is an enrolled member of a federally recognized tribe.
• Enrolled upon approval of the Title VI Student Eligibility Certification form.

Our Services Include:

• Academic advising (grades 6-12)
• Assistance in preparation for college or vocational training (grades 6-12)
• College visits
• Cultural activities
• Field trips
• Liaison for students with special needs
• Monitoring student's school programs to provide assistance (grades 6-12)
• Ojibwe and Lakota language
• Native American Parent Advisory Council

Family Events

• Native American Heritage Night & Round Dance
  • November 14 - 5:30-7:30 p.m.
  • CHPS Community Room
• Sugar Bush Trip
  • March (exact date TBA)
• Buffalo & Dakota Cultural Trip
  • April (exact date TBA)
• CHPS Powwow
  • May 31st - 3:00-8:00 p.m.
  • CHHS Main Gym

2024-25 PAC Meetings

Native American Parent Advisory Council Meetings

Meetings take place at 6:00 p.m. in the District Center Community Room