Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head Aquinnah Education Department

08/24/2026

Wunee keesuq Tribal community! The Education Department has been busy this summer undergoing a strategic planning and restructuring process. We’d like to share our progress, as well as gather feedback and thoughts to help shape our final strategic plan.

We will be hosting a series of listening and visioning sessions, both in person and virtual, during the dates and times listed below. To register, please use the QR code or head to the link in the comments.

If you’re unable to attend but would like to ensure your voice is still heard, there’s a survey option as well, which can be found by heading to: tinyurl.com/WTGHAsynch

08/22/2026

With school fast approaching, it’s time to get the supplies needed to succeed. The Education Department will be hosting our annual School Supply Distribution this coming Wednesday and Thursday. Stop by and get what you need! If you have any questions, please reach out to Jade Gonsalves at [email protected].

08/10/2026

Wunee keesuq wâmee (Good day everyone)! The Education Department has been utilizing summer to undergo a strategic restructuring and will have more to share at the August General Membership Meeting. Keep an eye out for information soon about upcoming listening sessions for the community to engage with this work.

In the meantime, we wanted to share an important event this week for Wampanoag citizens and family members, led by the Aquinnah Land Initiative (ALI). Founded in 2023 and led by an all-female Wampanoag board, ALI’s mission is to restore the sacred relationship between the Wampanoag people and our ancestral lands in Aquinnah and throughout Martha’s Vineyard. Join ALI on Wednesday, August 12th, from 5:00 to 6:00 PM to be apart of the visioning and listening process! To learn more, check out the flier below or head to ALI’s website (posted in the comments).

06/22/2026

SAVE THE DATE 📅

The 19th Annual Native American Artisan Market & Festival is happening at the Aquinnah Circle on Saturday, July 18.

It’s always a good day on the Cliffs & we hope to see you there!

Stay tuned for more details in the coming months.

06/16/2026

🚨 In case you didn’t receive your invite, we’re hosting a gathering for Tribal families to recognize and honor your growth this year. Whether moving on from kindergarten or graduating college as an elder, join us this Saturday for a reflective, fun event.

05/23/2026

Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) flags were raised for the first time at both the Chilmark School and at the West Tisbury School on Wednesday to the steady rhythm of drums and song.

04/23/2026

We invite all Aquinnah Wampanoag citizens and their families to join us on June 20th for our Graduation Celebration, Growing Under Sun and Moon, from 11:00 to 3:00.

We’d like to honor ALL folks accomplishing important learning goals in their lives. Whether you’re moving on from Pre-K or receiving a college certificate as an elder, we invite all families who would like to honor these accomplishments to join us for a day of acknowledging growth, enjoying seasonal foods, and having fun with games and activities in the later portion.

We’ll have more information to share about the location soon, so keep an eye out.

For any questions, please reach out to [email protected].

04/18/2026

You never want to miss out on this amazing event by the Aquinnah Cultural Center every July!

SAVE THE DATE 📅

The 19th Annual Native American Artisan Market & Festival is happening at the Aquinnah Circle on Saturday, July 18.

It’s always a good day on the Cliffs & we hope to see you there!

Stay tuned for more details in the coming months.

04/13/2026

Come join us and our partners, the Cape Cod Astronomical Society, Foundation, and Aquinnah Public Library, for a fun, informative evening learning about the stars.

03/30/2026

What an exciting opportunity shared from Mashpee Wampanoag Education Department!

There’s transportation available for Aquinnah Wampanoag youth who’d be interested in joining their cousins in learning.