natives program
Designed to meet the academic, & cultural needs of American Indian/Alaska Native students
Natives Program
2295 Four Oaks Grange Rd.
Eugene, OR 97405
Phone: 541-790-5900
Fax: 541-790-5905
The Natives Program is federally funded through the Indian Education Act of 1972, as amended by No Child Left Behind. The acronym NATIVES stands for Native Americans Towards Improved Values in Education and Society. Through this program, students are able to receive an education and participate in multiple learning activities at no charge.
The program serves students in the Eugene School District 4J who are:
Members of a tribe, band, or other organized groups of state Federally recognized Indians, including those tribes, bands, or groups terminated since 1940 or a child or grandchild of any such member mentioned above.
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Eskimo, Aleut, or other Alaska Native
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Considered by the Secretary of the Department of the Interior to be an Indian
There is no specific blood quantum requirement. Students do not have to be enrolled in their tribe.
Secondary students looking for involvement with an affinity group should look into NASU.
Program goals:
To provide supplementary tutorial assistance in the basic skill areas of reading, language arts, math, science, and study skills
To provide culturally related events and activities such as bi-monthly cultural classes, Pow Wows, family/community events, field trips, summer and weekend camps, and middle school activities
To provide incentives for students to improve their attendance and move toward graduation through student clubs, study groups, self-confidence, alcohol/drug prevention, career awareness, and leadership training events
To assist students in making culturally appropriate regalia, including purchase, design, and completion
To provide opportunities for students to learn dance styles and drumming
program highlights:
Tutoring in reading, math, language arts, and other topics.
Mentoring to assist in school/peer interaction.
Assistance with future educational planning through provided college and scholarship information.
Multiple opportunities for extracurricular activities such as field trips
Maintained cultural connections through classes, family/community events, and monthly newsletters.
Classroom speakers and presentations, mini Pow Wows in the schools, and an extensive learning library.
