After school and in the summer, we provide Indigenous cultural, educational, and wellness activities.
Youth learn from Indigenous leaders, gain awareness of their heritage and history, and receive culturally relevant educational support that has long-term impact. Through this work, American Indian youth gain a strong Indigenous identity, become advocates for their culture, and succeed in school.
After-School Program: Grades 1 – 5, October – May
- Indigenous history, culture, and arts
- Culturally relevant literacy instruction and reading growth
- Field trips to important sites for understanding American Indian communities and history
- Opportunities for parents to see students perform, display projects, or lead activities
- Family orientations, field trips, and special celebrations throughout the year
Summer Program: June
- Focus on Indigenous pride
- Family events
- Focus on Lakhota, Dakota, Ho-Chunk and Anishinaabe culture
- Reading Warriors with prizes and games
- Native foods and cooking
- Weekly field trips
- Lacrosse and traditional games
- End of summer family lunch and celebration
Interested in volunteering? Learn more here.
Contact
Virginia Vogel
American Indian Youth Enrichment Coordinator
651-789-3863
vvogel@interfaithaction.org
Watch!
Download and watch our end-of-summer-program slideshow!
Program Evaluation
- Summary Report: Download the summary of the independent program evaluation that testifies to the long-term impact of culturally relevant educational support.
- Full Report: Download the full program evaluation.
Program Forms
Interfaith Action of Greater Saint Paul
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