 Čqʷosqn Spq̓niʔ (Coldest Month)
- February - This is the month that our people regarded as the coldest month of the year. They called it čqʷosqn because it meant it was very very cold. The weather was often below zero during this month and the snow deep. This month was a long hard time for the Indian people.
Séliš-Ql̓ispé Culture Committee
The IEFA Team worked hard to put in place a new Online Survey tool through Qualtrics thanks to the support of the very awesome Tristen Loveridge. If your school would like the IEFA Team to support you in any way (working through the Framework developing policy, reviewing resources, curriculum mapping/scoping, etc.), please use the link in this section. Our goal is to use this information to provide individualized and relevant support to your district. Additionally, this support will be ongoing as we move away from a one-and-done model of delivery. This survey can also be found on our IEFA Website.
We look forward to working with you!
IEFA Professional Development Request Survey
IEFA Best Practices Conference March 24th and 25th
Join the Indian Education for All Unit for our upcoming conference, "Building Capacity for Effective Implementation," taking place on March 24th and 25th at East Helena High School! This two-day event brings together Montana educators and stakeholders to deepen their understanding of Indian Education for All (IEFA) and develop practical strategies for implementation across all content areas.
The conference will provide valuable guidance on incorporating IEFA into your teaching, engaging with communities, and building cultural competency. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with colleagues, learn from experts, and strengthen your commitment to providing a culturally rich education for all Montana students. Click here to register: 18th Annual Indian Education for All Best Practices Registration.
If you have an idea for a presentation, please use this link to submit a proposal.
We are also taking nominations for our Advocacy Award. Please consider nominating someone you see doing transformative IEFA based work.
IEFA Professional Development Opportunities 4p.m. - 5p.m.
- No registration required
- Earn 1 professional development renewal unit
- 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month
Please stay warm and come to one of our virtual sessions to earn renewal units and increase your IEFA Knowledge!
IEFA Energize Webinars
1st Tuesday of each month
Join OPI's IEFA staff on the 1st Tuesday of every month to hear important announcements; dive into model lessons; learn about new resources, play games, earn prizes, and more!
IEFA Across the Content
3rd Tuesday of each month
Indian Education for All implementation strategies provided by K-12 educators both on and off-reservation. Content areas covered: ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies, Health Enhancement, FCCS, CTE, Music, and Art. These webinars are recorded and available to watch on our IEFA YouTube channel, too!
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YouTube Channel
Are you looking for engaging and informative resources to improve your IEFA background knowledge and improve your teaching? Check out our YouTube Channel for engaging IEFA content and a wealth of classroom materials to deepen understanding and enhance your teaching.
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IEFA Finance Reporting Update FAQ
IEFA ANB Reporting Guide
HOW TO - IEFA PAYMENT: REPORTING GUIDE
If you have any questions, please reach out to one of the IEFA team members. Contact information can be found here.
The OPI is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation, require an alternate format, or have questions concerning accessibility, contact the OPI ADA Coordinator, 406-444-3161, opiada@mt.gov, Relay Service: 711.
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