Bureau of Indian Education

🚀 Are you a proactive career/transfer counselor ready to empower students navigating their educational futures? Southwest Indian Polytechnic Institute in Albuquerque, New Mexico, seeks a counselor to guide SIPI students through college pathways, career exploration, and job placement. If you love advising, building partnerships, and mentoring adult learners, this is your calling! Learn more and apply today: https://ow.ly/ARm150Zeqs9

Riverside Indian School in Anadarko, Oklahoma, celebrated one of its most meaningful graduation traditions this year as seniors crossed the stage wearing beautifully beaded caps. Each handcrafted design honored culture, identity, and community, reflecting stories and traditions passed down through generations.

The school shared how these caps symbolize the strength, history, and resilience carried by each graduate. Riverside proudly congratulates the Class of 2026 and honors the cultural beauty showcased during commencement.

Join us at Haskell Indian Nations University! We're hiring two key roles that make a difference every day:

📌 College Resident Assistant: Use your leadership and communication skills to mentor campus students, support residential programs, and enhance the student living experience.
📌 Utility Systems Repairer‑Operator: Keep campus buildings running smoothly by operating and maintaining heating, cooling, refrigeration, and boiler systems—and ensure comfort for all.

These roles offer meaningful work, federal benefits, and the chance to support students. Explore and apply: https://ow.ly/EMlj50Ze0Vk

Share with your network and help us find passionate professionals!

Six students from Navajo Preparatory School in Farmington, New Mexico, were selected to serve on the Student Choice Award Jury at the Telluride Mountainfilm Festival. Throughout the event, the students viewed films from around the world, met filmmakers, and collaborated with fellow student jurors to select this year’s award recipient.

Mountainfilm and Telluride Academy provided the students with a unique and inspiring opportunity that broadened their perspectives and connected them with a global storytelling community!

🚨 Exciting Career Opportunity! 🚨

Are you passionate about creating safe, healthy school environments? The Bureau of Indian Education is hiring a Safety & Occupational Health Specialist. You’ll lead safety programs, conduct inspections, investigate incidents, and collaborate with OSHA, DOI, and OIG. This impactful role supports Native communities nationwide.

👉 Apply through June 25: https://ow.ly/C9TB50Ze0FF

Baca/Dlo'ay Azhi Community School in Prewitt, New Mexico, proudly celebrated its 6th-grade promotion ceremony in May! The school welcomed back former student and Navajo Nation Police Officer Izzac Larry as this year’s keynote speaker.

Officer Larry shared his journey from “a rez boy with big dreams” to earning a degree from Arizona State University and serving his community through law enforcement. He encouraged students to stay focused, work hard, and take pride in who they are.

He also presented Police Challenge Coins to our two top-performing students — a powerful symbol of leadership and perseverance. Officer Larry inspired the students and reminded them of what is possible through dedication, cultural pride, and community support.

The 2026 Summer Reading Challenge with Second Lady Usha Vance is officially LIVE! Join us for a summer of reading fun with her nationwide initiative. This year includes:

• A brand-new nationwide leaderboard to track state rankings
• Reading & submission forms, plus exciting prizes

Kids in K–8: read 12 books by Sept 4 to earn a certificate, bookmark, prize, and a chance to visit the White House!

Ready to dive in? Visit wh.gov/read to download your log and submit your books. Let's champion summer reading together! 🌟

Thanks to funding from the Great American Outdoors Act Legacy Restoration Fund, the Wounded Knee District School Board has begun construction to replace campus buildings and improve housing facilities at Wounded Knee District School in South Dakota. Work includes replacing the existing campus with new facilities, replacing the water distribution and sewer system, improving site drainage, installing security fencing, reconstructing roads, constructing new paved parking lots, replacing sidewalks, and renovating or replacing housing facilities. Read more: https://ow.ly/ccMl50ZcgWR

Duckwater Shoshone Elementary School in Nevada is hiring an elementary school teacher! This is a position at a Tribally Controlled School. Applications are accepted by the Duckwater Shoshone Tribe.

Find out more information and apply: https://duckwatertribe.org/careers/

St. Francis Indian School in South Dakota lit up with creativity and community during the Parent and Community Engagement Event and Art Show! Families, students, elders, and staff came together to enjoy digital photography, telescope viewing, virtual reality, live painting, piano performances, and wellness activities. The art show featured 40 stunning student works, with 11th-grader Jacobi earning the People’s Choice Award for his outstanding mixed‑media piece. A beautiful celebration of culture, creativity, and student growth!