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ENIPC Education Programs focus on supporting the communities of Nambe Pueblo, Picuris Pueblo, Pojoaque Pueblo, San Ildefonso Pueblo, Ohkay Owingeh, Tesuque Pueblo, Santa Clara Pueblo, and Taos Pueblo through education programs defined by partnership agreements. The education programs support Pueblo youth and adults in apprenticeships, higher education paths, workforce development, and vocational training.
Programs:
Programs:
Adult Vocational Training (AVT)
Child and Adult Food Care Program for Head Start (CACFP)
Head Start Program @ San Ildefonso Pueblo
Higher Education Scholarships (HES)
Workforce Investment Opportunity Act, Section 166 Adult - WIOA Adult
Workforce Investment Opportunity Act, Section 166 Youth- WIOA Youth
ADULT VOCATIONAL TRAINING
ADULT VOCATIONAL TRAINING
We are accepting applications for the AVT Program!
The goal of the Adult Vocational Program is to provide eligible Pueblo applicants with quality vocational training opportunities and employment related services as a foundation that leads to gainful employment resulting in economic self-sufficiency and self-determination.
The AVT program provides:
The goal of the Adult Vocational Program is to provide eligible Pueblo applicants with quality vocational training opportunities and employment related services as a foundation that leads to gainful employment resulting in economic self-sufficiency and self-determination.
The AVT program provides:
- Applicants must be an enrolled Native American adult (18+ years old) from one of the following Pueblos: Nambe, Picuris, Pojoaque, Tesuque, and San Ildefonso.
- Financial assistance to eligible Pueblo adults attending an accredited education institution resulting in the awarding of a certificate or Associates Degree.
- Testing, vocational counseling, guidance, and tutoring if necessary.
- Guidance to program participants in selection of career choices related to their skill proficiency, education levels, and availability of jobs in the labor market.
- Assistance with apprenticeship and employment opportunities.
HEAD START PROGRAM
HEAD START PROGRAM
We are accepting applications for the 2025-2026 Head Start year for the San Ildefonso Pueblo site!
Questions can be directed to: education@enipc.org or 505-692-2056
Head Start Eligibility & Checklist
APPLY FOR HEAD START - ONLINE APPLICATION
Please request a paper application to be emailed to you if you cannot fill out the online application.
Questions can be directed to: education@enipc.org or 505-692-2056
Head Start Eligibility & Checklist
APPLY FOR HEAD START - ONLINE APPLICATION
Please request a paper application to be emailed to you if you cannot fill out the online application.
HIGHER EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
HIGHER EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Eligible applicants:
Tribal enrolled members of Pojoaque Pueblo, Picuris Pueblo, and Tesuque Pueblo that are enrolled full-time in an undergraduate major/program of study.
Tribal enrolled members of Pojoaque Pueblo, Picuris Pueblo, and Tesuque Pueblo that are enrolled full-time in an undergraduate major/program of study.
2026-2027 Application Deadline - 7/30/2026
2026-2027 Application Deadline - 7/30/2026
School Year 2026-2027 Scholarship - Application will be available by April 2026
- Deadline Date: July 30, 2026 by 5 pm.
- All application material must be received by the deadline date/time, no extensions past that date will be provided.
- Applications require multiple items to be submitted. Read through the list carefully and prepare to submit all the required items by the deadline date. Application material should be sent in one email rather than multiple to education@enipc.org.
- OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS - Are sent from your college/university/school to ENIPC either through direct snail mail or through an electronic format. Some colleges provide a Parchment service to allow you to order transripts to be sent. You will need to have official transcripts with your application, submit requests to have sent to ENIPC before the deadline date. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted in your application package.
- No photo files (png, jpg, heic) please, Adobe pdf format is the required file format when sending through email.
APPLICATIONS ARE NOT AUTOMATICALLY RENEWED EACH YEAR AS A NEW POOL OF STUDENTS APPLY EACH YEAR.
ALL APPLICANTS ARE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION EACH ACADEMIC YEAR TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP.
WIOA ADULT & YOUTH
WIOA ADULT & YOUTH
Native Workforce Development Opportunities
Native Workforce Development Opportunities
Eligible Applicants: Tribal enrolled members of the eight northern Pueblos. All other applicants that are enrolled Native Americans from other federally recognized tribes will be considered for service if priority tribal members do not meet enrollment targets.
Empowering Native Individuals to Learn, Work, and Thrive
Are you ready to take the next step in your career or education?
ENIPC WIOA Adult and Youth Programs support tribal community members with:
Who Can Apply? Enrolled members of the eight northern Pueblos and federally recognized tribes, ages:
Our goal is to help tribal members strengthen their skills, reach their goals, and build strong futures for themselves and their communities.
We are accepting applications for WIOA adult & youth participants!
WIOA APPLICATION - Required to receive services - application also requires additional documents to be included.
Documents to include with your WIOA application:
● Proof of income for all household members (two pay periods of check stubs or verification of public assistance)● Birth or Baptismal Certificate● Tribal Enrollment Document/Card● Social Security Card● Picture ID (New Mexico DMV, Current School ID, Tribal ID)● Selective Service Verification (Males 18 yrs. or older)● Work Permit (all youth 14 and 15 yrs. old will have to acquire a work permit from the NM Workforce Solutions)
Prior to being placed at a work site, adult and youth participants will have to pass a drug test (paid by ENIPC) before employment will start. All random drug testing is in accordance with the ENIPC Zero Tolerance policy, and applicable to all adult and youth WIOA participants.
ENIPC Employment Application - Required if placed at an ENIPC program site.
Are you ready to take the next step in your career or education?
ENIPC WIOA Adult and Youth Programs support tribal community members with:
- Career counseling and job placement assistance
- Training and certification opportunities
- Support for higher education or technical programs
- Resume and interview preparation
- Paid work experience and internships
Who Can Apply? Enrolled members of the eight northern Pueblos and federally recognized tribes, ages:
- Youth Program: 14–24 years old
- Adult Program: 16 years and older
Our goal is to help tribal members strengthen their skills, reach their goals, and build strong futures for themselves and their communities.
We are accepting applications for WIOA adult & youth participants!
WIOA APPLICATION - Required to receive services - application also requires additional documents to be included.
Documents to include with your WIOA application:
● Proof of income for all household members (two pay periods of check stubs or verification of public assistance)● Birth or Baptismal Certificate● Tribal Enrollment Document/Card● Social Security Card● Picture ID (New Mexico DMV, Current School ID, Tribal ID)● Selective Service Verification (Males 18 yrs. or older)● Work Permit (all youth 14 and 15 yrs. old will have to acquire a work permit from the NM Workforce Solutions)
Prior to being placed at a work site, adult and youth participants will have to pass a drug test (paid by ENIPC) before employment will start. All random drug testing is in accordance with the ENIPC Zero Tolerance policy, and applicable to all adult and youth WIOA participants.
ENIPC Employment Application - Required if placed at an ENIPC program site.
Contact Information for the ENIPC Education Programs:
Main Office: 505-692-2056
Email: education@enipc.org
Location/Hours of Operation:
Main office - ENIPC Education Programs: 510 N. Paseo de Onate in Espanola, New Mexico. The hours and days of operation - 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday.
The San Ildefonso Head Start classroom site is located in San Ildefonso Pueblo. The Head Start site operates on designated school hours.
Mail: PO Box 969, Ohkay Owingeh, NM, 87566
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