Wrapping up the 2026 Summer Session

Department of Indian Work’s American Indian Youth Enrichment program, in partnership with Saint Paul public schools, had a very busy and very exciting summer. The program, which was held on weekdays from 7:30 am to 2:30 pm at the American Indian Magnet School, featured weekly field trips, guest speakers, crafts, Indigenous practices and games, and core and cultural classes led by Native instructors. Throughout this year’s program students took several trips to places like the Science Museum, the History Center, and Wicahapi Regional Park to provide them with hands on learning opportunities. We are so thankful to our amazing teachers, instructors, and partners who made this session so special, and a special “thank you!” to Tony McGerr for making his first summer session as DIW’s new Program Manager a smashing success.