Supporting Native American Students Through Culturally Responsive Curriculum and Instruction

Thursday February 20, 2025
2:45 - 3:45 PM
Room 12AB

This interactive session, provided by The Arizona Office of Indian Education (OIE) which administers federal and state programs to meet the educational and cultural needs of Native American students, will focus on effective strategies and practices that can be used by educators, administrators, and leaders to increase academic achievement among Native American students. Presenters will share ideas, examples, and facilitate discussions around evidence-based instructional strategies, integrating culturally relevant curriculum, building partnerships across multiple systems of support, and leveraging multiple sources of funding to maximize positive academic outcomes. Participants will have the opportunity to reflect and make connections to their specific context that can be integrated into their current instruction.

Presenters
Elaine Mollindo

A former Early Childhood Educator, ECE coach, and trainer, Elaine is the Professional Learning Specialist for the Office of Indian Education at the Arizona Department of Education. Elaine is a Chemehuevi descendant from Yuma, Arizona, working with educators, schools, and other education stakeholders to build the knowledge and skills needed to create positive educational experiences for Native American students and families in Arizona.
Lynnann Yazzie

Lynnann Yazzie is the Deputy Associate Superintendent for the Office of Indian Education at the Arizona Department of Education. A Navajo from Chinle, Arizona, Lynnann is To’aheedliinii (Water Flows Together Clan), Ma’ii deeshgiizhinii (Coyote Pass Clan), Ta’neeszahnii (Tangle Clan), and Kiyaa’aanii (Towering House Clan). Ms. Yazzie received a Bachelors Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with an emphasis in Mathematics and Education as well as a Masters Degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Arizona State University. Lynnann spent 7 years in the classroom teaching Mathematics, Computer Science and Robotics. In addition to teaching, she also coached volleyball and softball. Prior to joining ADE, Lynnann served as the Native American Specialist for Phoenix Union High School District, Chairperson of the Indian Education Advisory Council, Communications Secretary for the Arizona Indian Education Association, and Project Coordinator for United National Indian Tribal Youth, Inc. (UNITY).
type:
Hybrid Workshop
theme:
Instruction
audience:
Classroom Leaders
tags:
Evidence-based Practices, Indigenous Student /Tribal Support