I sat down this morning with three of my grandchildren before they left for their first day of school. I asked them to be good and treat other people in a good way. I said they may be meeting new friends that might be with them for a lifetime. And I reminded them of the first law of Indian people: respect. My ten-year-old grandson, knowing our ways, quietly added that the second law was responsibility. It was good way to begin a good day.
Transfer of Native Education Programs from U.S. Department of Education Concerning
We must ensure and monitor the stability and continuity of the tribal colleges and universities so that the Native students we serve can continue to access a quality higher education for the sustainability of our families, community, and future.
