Understanding and navigating education policy is essential for all who engage in the educational sector, as these policies shape the experiences of students, educators, and communities by defining the standards and expectations of educational systems. This FAQ guide provides a pathway to critically reading and evaluating education policy, highlighting the importance of centering Indigenous knowledge and voices in policy discussions. It also addresses common challenges and identifies the diverse stakeholders who benefit from this work.
This edition covers information available through federal and state government websites from 4/1/24 through 6/30/24. In Q2, AIPI reviewed 224 bills in Congress and 248 Federal Register Notices. The AZ State Legislature adjourned Sine Dine on 6/15/24 without significant action on the state legislation we tracked in our last update.
The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announced a FY 2024 Public Transportation on Indian Reservations (Tribal Transit) Program (TTP) grant. The funds will be awarded competitively for any purpose eligible under FTA’s Formula Grants for Rural Areas Program, including planning, capital, and operating assistance for tribal public transit services in rural areas.
In addition to showcasing the shared commitment to Indian education through the CIE-AIPI
collaboration, this document aims to establish a foundational overview for content featured in
the CIE Policy Corner blog by examining the current landscape of Indian education. T o fully
absorb the content within this document and future publications, it is essential to understand
four key elements: First, this document defines the “current” state of education as the past five