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A side-by-side image showing two scenes of Native American cultural performances. On the left, a person wearing traditional regalia with geometric patterns in white, red, and gold performs a dance in front of a seated audience of children in winter clothing. On the right, two people are shown performing with traditional drums - an adult and a young boy in a red shirt who appears to be singing or chanting while playing a large hand drum.

Mission Statement

The American Indian Education Department of Duluth Public Schools is committed to supporting the academic achievement, cultural identity, and personal well-being of American Indian students. We strive to empower students through equitable access to culturally relevant education, meaningful community engagement, and strong partnerships with families and tribal nations. Our goal is to honor Indigenous heritage, foster resilience, and prepare students for success in school, career, and life.

News

Check out our Calendar of Parent Committee Meetings and Events on the right-hand side of the page >>>

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ISD709 American Indian Ed. State Aid Application!

 
 

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Title VI Parent Committee ELECTION!

Come to the Title VI Parent Committee Election being held on November 24th, 4pm-8pm, at the:
District Services Center (DSC) Main Boardroom,
709 Portia Johnson Drive, Duluth, MN 55811

TITLE VI ELECTION NOTICE

Title VI Election-Nominate Someone Today!

AMERICAN INDIAN EDUCATION STAFF

Office
Coordinator
Interim-
Assistant Superintendent Anthony Bonds
anthony.bonds@isd709.org
 

Coordinator of American Indian Education-
Jeffery Melton
jeffery.melton@isd709.org
 

Senior Office Support Specialist
Grey Black
melanie.black@isd709.org
(218)336-8700 x1034
 

American Indian Home
School Liaisons (AIHSL)
 

Denfeld High School
Jean Paul (JP) Rennquist
jeanpaul.rennquist@isd709.org
(218) 336-8830 x 2321
 

Denfeld High School - 
Jamie de la Cruz
jamie.delacruz@isd709.org
 

Lincoln Park
Dustin Christjohn
dustin.christjohn@isd709.org
 

Laura MacArthur and Stowe
Susanna Miller
susanna.miller@isd709.org
(218) 336-8900
 

Myers Wilkins and Lowell - TBD
 

Ordean East Middle School and
Duluth East High School
Anthony Bugg
anthony.bugg@isd709.org
(218) 336-8845 x2508
 

Piedmont Elementary
Kathryn Urich
kathryn.urich@isd709.org

Parent Committees

Duluth Public Schools partners with three American Indian parent committees to support the success and well-being of Native students: the American Indian Parent Advisory Committee (AIPAC), the Johnson O'Malley Parent Committee (JOM), and the Title VI Parent Committee. These committees provide valuable guidance on how the district can best serve American Indian students through culturally responsive programming, academic support, and the thoughtful use of Federal, State and Local resources. Each plays a distinct role in shaping policies and programs that reflect the voices, needs, and priorities of our Indigenous families and community.

Minnesota State Statute

§ 273.116 Does an Indian Education Committee need to establish procedures and report to the BIE Director?
The Indian Education Committee and its members must establish procedures under which the Committee serves. Such procedures must be set forth in the Committee's organizational documents and by-laws.
(a) Each Committee must file a copy of its organizational documents and by-laws with the BIE Director, together with a list of its officers and members.
(b) The existence of an Indian Education Committee may not limit the continuing participation of the rest of the Indian community in all aspects of programs contracted under this part

FORMS

Johnson O'Malley

Johnson O'Malley (JOM) Form
(Certification of Eligibility Form)

Johnson O'Malley Reimbursement Request Form
(Johnson O'Malley Request For Services Form)
 

Title VI

Title VI Form
(the ED506 Form)

Calendar of Meetings & Events

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Johnson O'Malley Parent Committee Meeting - 5:30pm-7pm Denfeld HS - Cohort Classroom/Room #1206
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Denfeld High School, 401 N 44th Ave W, Duluth, MN 55807, USA
Johnson O'Malley Parent Committee Meeting at Denfeld High School Indigenous Cohort Classroom, Room #1206. Time: 5:30-7:00pm
Join us as we ?welcome our newly elected Johnson O'Malley Parent Committee Members!!

Get involved with JOM and it's partnership with Duluth Public Schools to bring culturally-relevant supports and academic assistance to our American Indian students and families.



Can't attend? Join us virtually!
This is the correct Google meet information for the remainder of the year
Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/zbg-qumv-yya
Or dial: ?(US) +1 315-801-9794? PIN: ?527 151 226?#
More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/zbg-qumv-yya?pin=9460796955997
Read More about Johnson O'Malley Parent Committee Meeting - 5:30pm-7pm Denfeld HS - Cohort Classroom/Room #1206
American Indian Parent Advisory Committee Meeting (Time & Location TBD)
all day
Time and Location TBD by Parent Members of AIPAC.


Can't attend? Join us virtually!
This is the correct Google meet information for the remainder of the year
Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/zbg-qumv-yya
Or dial: ?(US) +1 315-801-9794? PIN: ?527 151 226?#
More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/zbg-qumv-yya?pin=9460796955997
Read More about American Indian Parent Advisory Committee Meeting (Time & Location TBD)
American Indian Parent Advisory Committee Meeting (Time & Location TBD)
all day

Time and Location TBD by Parent Members of AIPAC.


Can't attend? Join us virtually!
This is the correct Google meet information for the remainder of the year
Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/zbg-qumv-yya
Or dial: ?(US) +1 315-801-9794? PIN: ?527 151 226?#
More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/zbg-qumv-yya?pin=9460796955997

Read More about American Indian Parent Advisory Committee Meeting (Time & Location TBD)