Tribal Schools

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Artificial Intelligence, Coaching, Tribal Schools

Safeguarding Confidentiality in AI-Driven Tribal Adjudication and HR Investigations: An Empirical Perspective

The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into tribal adjudication and human resources (HR) investigations offers significant benefits, including increased efficiency…

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Development, Education, Tribal Schools

When Bureaucracy Costs Students: How Administrative Overhead is Undermining Native Education

Across the country, urgent conversations are taking place about the future of education in Indian Country. At the center of…

5 min read

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Development, Tribal School Accreditation, Tribal Schools

Understanding the FY 2026 Bureau of Indian Education (BIE) Appropriations Request

The upcoming Fiscal Year 2026 appropriations process presents significant considerations for the Bureau of Indian Education (BIE) and the schools…

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Leadership, Tribal School Accreditation, Tribal Schools

Advancing Competitive Readiness: A Budget Framework for High-Performance BIE Tribally Controlled Schools

Across Tribally Controlled Schools operating under the Bureau of Indian Education (BIE), leaders face a critical challenge: how to strategically…

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Education, Tribal School Accreditation, Tribal Schools

Examining the Proposed Use of Bureau of Indian Education (BIE) Funds for Non-BIE Schools

The recent discussion surrounding the proposed Executive Order to allow Bureau of Indian Education (BIE) funds to support non-BIE schools…

4 min read

A man sits on indoor stairs, working on a laptop with a bag beside him, in a modern building with glass railings, highlighting the digital divide that access to technology can create in contemporary workspaces.

Development, Education, Tribal Schools

The Digital Divide in Education: A Crisis We Can No Longer Ignore

In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, integrating technology into education is not just beneficial—it's essential. Yet many schools remain ill-equipped,…

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