Ėthë kenomagék - Department of Education

09/10/2026

🍂 Mark Your Calendars! 🍂

The 2nd Annual Gwénbeshké (Turning Over a New Leaf) Celebration is coming up! This free, all-ages event celebrates Indigenous culture, history, and community while honoring the past, present, and future of Michigan’s Indigenous peoples.

📅 Saturday, September 19
⏰ 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Outdoor Discovery Center – Main Campus
4214 56th Street, Holland, MI 49423

Check out the flyer for more information, and feel free to share to help spread the word! 🧡🍁

08/27/2026

🎓 College & Career Fair – Save the Date! 💼

Ready to explore what’s next? Join the Department of Education for our upcoming College & Career Fair!

📅 Saturday, October 17
⏰ 12–2 p.m.
📍 PHS Family Activity Center
58620 Sink Road, Dowagiac
🌟 Open to the public!

Come connect with colleges, employers, trade programs, and organizations while exploring opportunities for your future!

✨ Organizations you can look forward to meeting include:
🎓 Southwestern Michigan College
🎓 University of Notre Dame
🎓 Western Michigan University
🎓 Indiana University South Bend
💼 D.A. Dodd
💼 Four Winds Casinos

…and many more! We’re excited to bring together a variety of organizations and opportunities all in one place to help you explore your options, make connections, ask questions, and discover what your next step could look like.

🎟️ Enter raffles & win prizes
🍽️ Lunch provided
🚀 Jump start your future!

Bring your family and friends—we hope to see you there!

08/20/2026

08/14/2026

8/14/26 Education Department is currently OUT OF OFFICE for the remainder of the day. See you Monday 8/17/26 at 8am.

08/11/2026

07/23/2026

🌟 Calling All Tribal Youth Ages 10–15! 🌟

Get ready for an exciting STEM Camp filled with hands-on learning, college exploration, and fun!

📅 Camp Dates:
🔹 Monday, August 3 | 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
📍 Community Center & Goshen College

🔹 Wednesday, August 5 | 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
📍 Notre Dame

Campers will enjoy educational visits to Goshen College and Notre Dame, exploring opportunities in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). Transportation will be provided, with drop-off and pick-up at the Community Center on both days.

📲 Registration is open July 15–31
⚠️ Space is limited, so be sure to register early!

For more information, contact:
📞 Susan Doyle at (269) 462-4229
📧 [email protected]

Scan the QR code on the flyer to register today! We can't wait to see everyone there! 🌿🔬💻📚

05/29/2026

⏰ Reminder! Camp registration forms are due May 31st!

Don't miss out on this year's Kë Gbéshmen Summer Camp. Be sure to submit all registration paperwork by the deadline to secure your child's spot.

We can't wait to see everyone this summer! ☀️🏕️

Authorization & Participation Agreement Fillable Forms:

https://www.pokagonband-nsn.gov/wp-content/uploads/Authorization-Form-2026-260410-FINAL-fillable.pdf

https://www.pokagonband-nsn.gov/wp-content/uploads/Participation-Agreement-2026-260410-FINAL-fillable.pdf

05/29/2026

🦷 Interested in dentistry, healthcare, or Indigenous health?

The Native American Center for Health Professions at the University of Wisconsin–Madison is hosting a Distinguished Lecture Series presentation, "Dentistry is the Pathway to a Healthy Body," featuring Dr. Jessica A. Rickert, D.D.S.

📅 June 3, 2026
🕦 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Health Sciences Learning Center, Room 1325, Madison, WI

Dr. Rickert will share her journey as the first female American Indian dentist in the United States, along with insights on Indigenous health, culture, and the important role dentistry plays in overall wellness.

See flyer for registration information.

05/18/2026

🎓 Reminder — Registration Ends Tomorrow! 🎓

Don’t miss your chance to register for our Honoring Our Graduates Banquet hosted by the Department of Education!

Join us as we celebrate the accomplishments of our 2024, 2025, & 2026 graduates. ✨

📅 Sunday, June 7
⏰ 4:00 – 6:30 p.m.
📍 Ribbon Town Event Center – Four Winds South Bend

Graduates attending will receive a $100 Vendor Voucher to use with vendors at the event. Gifts will also be mailed to registered graduates who are unable to attend.

Be sure to register before registration closes tomorrow!

Registration link: https://pokagonband.formstack.com/forms/2026_honoringourgraduatesBe