In a letter to tribal education leaders, the Department of Education confirmed its commitment to recognizing federal obligations towards tribes, stating that Indigenous history won't be classified under banned DEI topics. The letter was prompted by concerns from the National Indian Education Association regarding the potential repercussions of the 'Ending Radical Indoctrination in K-12 Schooling' executive order on Native American history in education. While the letter is focused on K-12, tribal college leaders hope it signals positive changes for broader Native American education. Advocates call for actual policy actions to accompany the supportive messaging.
Sanon emphasized that the Department is committed to making 'all education decision-making' local by 'returning education to States and Tribes.'
The Department will not treat Native history as diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) or critical race theory (CRT), affirming its legitimacy in the curriculum.
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