Wisconsin Indian Education Association

10/17/2026

10/12/2026

On Indigenous Peoples’ Day, NIEA celebrates Indigenous peoples around the world and the strength, knowledge, and leadership within our communities. We honor the families, educators, elders, and communities who carry our cultures forward, and the young people shaping our futures.

Indigenous students deserve an education where their histories are taught truthfully, their cultures and languages are valued, and their identities are a source of pride. They deserve opportunities to pursue their dreams while staying connected to who they are and where they come from.

Honoring Indigenous peoples means putting that recognition into action: respecting sovereignty and self-determination, listening to Indigenous voices, and supporting the right of Indigenous communities to shape the education of their children.

At NIEA, we carry that commitment into our work with American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian students, advocating for educational opportunities that honor their identities and support the futures they envision.

Today and every day, join us in learning from Indigenous perspectives, supporting Indigenous-led organizations, and advocating for Indigenous students and communities.

10/12/2026

10/12/2026

Today is Indigenous Peoples’ Day and is observed on the second Monday of October to honor the history, cultures, and contributions of Native American and Indigenous Peoples.

First recognized in 1992, the observance is now officially recognized by more than a dozen states, including Wisconsin. For educators, it presents an opportunity to broaden students’ understanding of Indigenous histories and cultures and recognize the diverse contributions of Native peoples.

Read more from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction's ConnectEd: https://dpi.wi.gov/dpi-connected/celebrate-indigenous-peoples-day-oct-12

09/30/2026

Every Child Matters. 🧡

On Orange Shirt Day, we remember the children who never came home and stand with survivors, families, and communities living with the lasting impacts of boarding schools. We hold space for truth, healing, and the voices of those whose stories must never be forgotten.

That remembrance carries a responsibility: to help build schools where Native students feel safe, seen, valued, and connected. Places where their languages, cultures, identities, and communities are celebrated, and every child is supported to thrive.

We carry these stories forward as we work toward a future where education uplifts our children and strengthens our Nations.

09/30/2026

09/11/2026

07/03/2026

The Teacher Leaders for Native Futures (TLNF) National Community of Practice Webinar Series is a FREE monthly webinar series for Native-serving educators nationwide launching July 14th! This webinar series is presented by the National Indian Education Association in partnership with the Institute for Native-serving Educators at Northern Arizona University.

Each month we spotlight topics, tools, and practices in Native education featuring leading experts, scholars, and practitioners.

July topic: “Teachers as Native Nation Builders”
When? Second Tuesday of every month
What time? 4:30–5:30 PM Pacific | Via Zoom
Register once, join every month!

Free and open to all Native-serving educators.

Register Here: https://ow.ly/yLUu50Zk3uT)

06/13/2026

We’re here at the Wisconsin Two Spirit Pow Wow! Come say “hi” and enjoy this amazing event!