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Alaska
Alaska Native Cultural Charter School
7041 DeBarr Rd.
Anchorage, AK 99504
Phone: 907-575-6195
Website: http://www.asdk12.org/schools/anccs/pages/
Opened: 2008 Enrollment: 200
Grades: K-6 Status: Open
Description: The school offers students a curriculum focused on Alaska Native culture and a rigorous academic program that develops academic achievement.
Ayaprun Elitnaurvik Yup?ik Immersion School
1010 Fourth Ave.
Bethel, AK 99559
Phone: 907-543-1645
Opened: 1999 Enrollment: 141
Grades: K-6
Status: Open
Description: Thematic approach using the arts and environment; works closely with tribal leaders and provides tribal language immersion program. Native American population.
Effie Kokrine Charter School
601 Loftus Rd.
Fairbanks, AK 99709
Phone: 907-474-0958
Website: http://www.northstar.k12.ak.us/index.php?i_page=250
Opened: 2005 Enrollment: 105
Grades: 7-12
Status: Open
Description: Emphasis on Alaskan Native American and Alaskan cultures, governance and the environment. Short school schedule.
Arizona
Academy of Building Industries
1547 Lipan Blvd.
Fort Mohave, AZ 86426
Phone: 928-788-2601
Opened: 2004
Enrollment: 120
Grades: 9-12
Status: Open
Description: Emphasis on mastering academic skills utilizing the Pima and Maricopa cultures. Native American population.
Blackwater Community School (Gila River)
Hwy 87 Blackwater School Rd.
Coolidge, AZ 85228
Phone: 520-215-5859
Website: http://www.bwcs.bia.edu/
Opened: 1999
Enrollment: 250
Grades: K-4
Status: Open
Description: Recognizes and develops unique languages and cultures through academic and interpersonal experiences. Native American population.
Excel Education Centers - Williams
790 E. Rodeo Road
Williams, AZ 86046
Phone: 928-635-3998
Website: http://www.exceleducationcenters.org/
Opened: 1999
Enrollment: 70
Grades: 9-12
Status: Open
Description: Encourages individuality, supports intellectual, physical, social and emotional development and utilizes small classes. Features individual educational success plans and computer assisted instruction. Native American population.
Ha:san Middle School and Ha:san Preparatory and Leadership School (Tohono O'odham)
667 N. 7th Ave.
Tucson, AZ 85705
Phone: 520-622-0621
Website: http://www.hasanprep.org/
Opened: 2006
Enrollment: 60
Grades: 6-8
Status: Open
Description: Academically rigorous, bicultural and community-based high school. Seeks to help students become strong and responsible contributors to the community. Native American population.
Hopi Junior/Senior High School A Harvard Project on American Indian Economic Development - Honoring Nations Award Recipient 2005
Hwy. 264, Behind Police Dept.
Keams Canyon, AZ 86034
Phone: 928-738-5111
Website: http://www.hjshs.k12.az.us/ – link to case study
Opened: 1999
Enrollment: 740
Grades: 7-12
Status: Open
Description: Emphasis on daily attendance, parent and community involvement and creating a positive environment for learning. Seeks to graduate students who will become self-supporting. Native American population.
Ira H. Hayes Memorial Applied Learning Center
P.O. Box 10899
Bapchule, AZ 85221
Phone: 520-315-5100
Website: http://www.irahhayes.org/
Opened: 2000
Enrollment: 112
Grades: 9-12
Status: Open
Description: Prepares students to successfully attend institutions of higher education or technical schools and to become effective community members. Native American population.
Kin Dah Lichii Oltá Charter School
5 mi. E. of Ganado, 8 mi. E. of Hwy. 264
Ganado, AZ 86505
Phone: 928-755-3439
Opened: 1999
Enrollment: 215
Grades: K-8
Status: Open
Description: Comprehensive learning and living environment designed to enable each student to acquire the necessary personal, social and educational skills. Native American population.
Little Singer Junior High School
Route N-71, Navajo Reservation
Winslow, AZ 86047
Phone: 928-526-6680
Opened: 1998
Enrollment: 19
Grades: 7-8
Status: Open
Description: In cooperation with the home, nurtures students to develop intellectual, social, physical and emotional skills within a multicultural setting, with a focus on the Navajo culture. Native American population.
Nazlini Community School
N. Navajo Route #27
Nazlini, AZ 86540
Phone: 928-755-6125
Opened: 1998
Enrollment: 150
Grades: K-8
Status: Open
Description: Educates Native American children to become literate, creative, self-confident and responsible citizens of their community, tribe and country.
Salt River High School
4827 N. Country Club Dr.
Scottsdale, AZ 85256
Phone: 480-362-2061
Website: http://www.srpmic-ed.org/
Opened: 1998
Enrollment: 300
Grades: 7-12
Status: Open
Description: Educational achievement in an environment sensitive to the cultural needs of community students. Utilizes traditional Pima-Maricopa Indian cultural values. Native American population
Tolani Lake Elementary School Academy
Navajo Rd. 24 at Tolani Lake Rd.
Winslow, AZ 86034
Phone: 928-686-6101
Opened: 2000
Enrollment: 75
Grades: K-8
Status: Open
Description: In cooperation with the family in the home to develop and strengthen the skills and capabilities of each student intellectually, emotionally, physically and socially. Native American population.
Vechij Himdag Mashchamakud
168 S. Skill Center Rd.
Sacaton, AZ 85247
Phone: 520-562-3286
Opened: 2001
Enrollment: 85
Grades: 7-12
Status: Open
Description: Community based Native American education program centered on academic and cultural learning. Meets the individual needs of the adolescent youth who have been unsuccessful in traditional public education systems.
Vision Charter High School
5901 S. Calle Santa Cruz
Tucson, AZ 85706
Phone: 520-444-0241
Opened: 1998
Enrollment: 60
Grades: 9-12
Status: Open
Description: Cross-cultural comprehensive teaching and learning environment that empowers students to become life-long learners and contributing community members. Native American population.
California
American Indian Public Charter School
3637 Magee Ave.
Oakland, CA 94619
Phone: 510-482-6000
Website: http://www.aipcs.org/
Opened: 1996
Enrollment: 190
Grades: 6-8
Status: Open
Description: Focuses on core subjects. Classrooms are self-contained, giving students more time to focus on their academics. Native American population.
American Indian Public High School
3626-3628 35th Ave.
Oakland, CA 94619
Phone: 510-482-6000
Website: http://www.aipcs.org/
Opened: 2006
Enrollment: 80
Grades: 9-10
Status: Open
Description: Focuses on core subjects. Classrooms are self-contained, giving students more time to focus on their academics. Native American population.
Barona Indian Charter School
1095 Barona Rd.
Lakeside, CA 92040
Phone: 619-443-0948
Opened: 2002
Enrollment: 90
Grades: K-8
Status: Open
Description: Focuses on teaching the basics such as reading and writing, math, science and social studies, as well as offering instruction in the Kumeyaay culture and language. Native American population.
Four-Winds Community Charter School
2345 Fair St.
Chico, CA 95928
Phone: 530-879-7411
Opened: 1996
Enrollment: 125
Grades: K-9
Status: Open
Description: Core curriculum courses. Native American population.
Klamath River Early College of the Redwoods (Yurok)
1027 Klamath Blvd.
Klamath, CA 95548
Phone: 707-482-1737
Website: http://www.bcoe.org/home/
Opened: 2005
Enrollment: 26
Grades: 9-12
Status: Open
Description: Hands-on and project-based instruction reflecting Yurok culture, traditions and values. Standards-based curriculum. Native American population.
Mattole Valley Charter School
211 Lindley Road
Petrolia, CA 95558
Phone: 707-629-3634
Website: http://www.mattolevalley.com/
Opened: 1998
Enrollment: 1000
Grades: K-12
Status: Open
Description: Provides an alternative educational program through distance learning, a computer network and traditional curriculum-based materials. Features site-based instruction targeting Native American learning styles.
Vivian Banks Charter School
11800 Pala Mission Road
Pala, CA 92059
Phone: 760-742-3300
Opened: 1996
Enrollment: 132
Grades: K-5
Status: Open
Description: Focus is literacy. Use whole-class, small group and individualized instruction through the use of state approved curriculum, aide support in the classrooms, technology and pullout programs. Native American population.
Hawaii
Hakipu'u Learning Center
45-720 Keaahala Rd.
Kaneohe, HI 96744
Phone: 808-235-9155
Opened: 2001
Enrollment: 97
Grades: 7-12
Status: Open
Description: Rigorous academics and quality instruction. Emphasis on Hawaii's cultural history. Native American population.
Halau Ku Mana (a New Century Public Charter School)
3737 Manoa Rd.
Honolulu, HI 96822
Phone: 808-988-8995
Website: http://www.halaukumana.org/
Opened: 2000
Enrollment: 98
Grades: 6-12
Status: Open
Description: Hawaiian language, computer technology, A/V production and economic ventures. Focus in cultural astronomy, plants, holistic health and performing arts. Native American population.
Halau Lokahi (a New Century Public Charter School)
401 Waiakamilo Rd.
Honolulu, HI 96817
Phone: 808-832-3594
Website: http://www.halaulokahi.org/
Opened: 2001
Enrollment: 221
Grades: K-12
Status: Open
Hawaii Academy of Arts and Science
15-1397 Homestead Rd.
Pahoa, HI 96778
Phone: 808-965-3730
Opened: 2001
Enrollment: 333
Grades: K-12
Status: Open
Description: Core course work combined with cultural exploration and a strong emphasis on math, science and art.
Ka 'Umeke Ka'eo
222 Desha Ave.
Hilo, HI 96720
Phone: 808-933-3482
Opened: 2001
Enrollment: 168
Grades: K-6
Status: Open
Description: Focus on Hawaii native culture and core curriculum. Native American population.
Ka Wai Hona 'O Ka Na'auao (a New Century Public Charter School)
89-195 Farrington Hwy.
Waianae, HI 96792
Phone: 808-620-9030
Website: http://www.kawaihonapcs.org/joomla/
Opened: 2002
Enrollment: 408
Grades: K-6
Status: Open
Description: Hawaiian-focused by virtue of Hawaiian language and cultural aspects in instruction methods. Native American population.
Kanu O Ka' Aina New Century Public Charter School
65-1170 Opelo Rd.
Kamuela, HI 96743
Phone: 808-887-8144
Website: http://www.kalo.org/
Opened: 2000
Enrollment: 151
Grades: K-12
Status: Open
Description: Assessment tailored to native learning styles and multiple intelligence theory. Native American population.
Kanuikapono Learning Center
4095 Kealia Rd.
Anahola, HI 96703
Phone: 808-822-9032
Website: http://www.kanuikapono.org/
Opened: 2002
Enrollment: 49
Grades: K-12
Status: Open
Description: Focus on core curriculum and a strong disciplinary program. Native American population.
Kawaikini New Century Public Charter School
P.O. Box 662014
Lihu'e, HI 96766
Phone: 808-632-2032
Website: http://www.kawaikini.com/
Opened: 2008
Enrollment: 80
Grades: K-12
Status: Open
Description: Language immersion school that focuses on the Hawaiian culture.
Ke Ana La'ahana
1500 Kalaniana'ole Ave.
Hilo, HI 96720
Phone: 808-961-6228
Website: http://www.edithkanakaolefoundation.org/ke_ana/ke_ana_index.htm
Opened: 2001
Enrollment: 79
Grades: 7-12
Status: Open
Description: Hawaii cultural heritage interwoven into a fundamental curriculum. Native American population.
Ke Kula 'o Nawahiokalani'opu'u Iki
16-120 Opukahaia St., Ste.2
Keaau, HI 96749
Phone: 808-982-4260
Opened: 2001
Enrollment: 160
Grades: K-6
Status: Open
Description: Strong emphasis on history, language
Kona Pacific Island Charter School
Kealakekua, HI 96750
Phone: 808-322-4900
Website: http://konapacificpubliccharterschool.googlepages.com/
Opened: 2008
Enrollment: 100
Grades: K-4
Status: Open
Description: Curriculum embraces the values of Hawaiian culture, with particular focus on environmental education and community sustainability through understanding and respect for the people, land and sea of Hawaii.
Kua O Ka La PCS (Pu'ala'a NCCS)
14-5322 Kaimu/Kapoho Road
Pahoa, HI 96778
Phone: 808-965-5098
Opened: 2002
Enrollment: 60
Grades: 6-12
Status: Open
Description: Focus on archaeology, native plants, trails, wilderness, Hawaiian culture and computers.
Kualapu'u Elementary New Century Public Conversion Charter School
260 Farrington Ave.
Kualapuu, HI 96757
Phone: 808-567-6900
Website: http://www.kualapuu.k12.hi.us/
Opened: 2004
Enrollment: 367
Grades: K-6
Status: Open
Description: English and Hawaiian Language Immersion.
Kula Aupuni Niihau A Kaheleani Aloha (KANAKA, a New Century Public Charter School)
8315 Kekaha Rd.
Kekaha, HI 96752
Phone: 808-337-2022
Opened: 2001
Enrollment: 48
Grades: K-12
Status: Open
Description: Culturally based bilingual school dedicated to the preservation and promulgation of the Hawaiian language, culture, and ideologies of Niihau. Native American population.
Michigan
Bahweting Anishnabe Public School Academy (Ojibwe)
1301 Marquette Ave.
Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783
Phone: 906-635-5055
Opened: 1995
Enrollment: 313
Grades: K-8
Status: Open
Description: Native American (Ojibwe) cultured education, integrated core curriculum and thematic instruction. Native American population.
Bay Mills Ojibwe Charter School (Ojibwe)
11507 W. Industrial Rd.
Brimley, MI 49715
Phone: 906-248-2530
Opened: 2003
Enrollment: 145
Grades: K-10
Status: Open
Description: Emphasizes cultural diversity and understanding of the Native American culture through technology training and study of the Ojibwe language.
Nah Tah Wahsh Public School Academy
N14911 Hannahville Road B 1
Wilson, MI 49896
Phone: 906-466-2952
Website: http://www.hannahvilleschool.net/
Opened: 1995
Enrollment: 160
Grades: K-12
Status: Open
Description: Features student-centered instruction. Native culture and language is integrated into all subjects of the curriculum. Native American population.
Nataki Talibah Schoolhouse of Detroit
19176 Northrop St.
Detroit, MI 48219
Phone: 313-531-3720
Website: http://www.ntsd.com/
Opened: 1995
Enrollment: 420
Grades: K-8
Status: Open
Description: Seeks to educate the whole child to function in a global environment. Integrates cultural literacy with a traditional core curriculum to foster the intellectual curiosity of children.
Minnesota
Eci' Nompa Woonspe' Charter School (Dakota)
280 N. Centennial Dr.
Morton, MN 56270
Phone: 507-697-9055
Website: http://www.angelfire.com/bc3/enw/
Opened: 1998
Enrollment: 35
Grades: 5-12
Status: Open
Description: Culturally based, holistic education program actively involving students and parents in setting and meeting goals. Dakota language, culture and indigenous games an integral part of the academic curriculum. Native American population.
Bay Mills Ojibwe Charter School
11507 W. Industrial Rd.
Brimley, MI 49715
Phone: 906-248-2530
Opened: 2003
Enrollment: 145
Grades: K-10
Status: Open
Description: Emphasizes cultural diversity and understanding of the Native American culture through technology training and study of the Ojibwe language.
Four Directions Charter School (Ojibwe, and this one actually has several articles written about it)
1035 W. Broadway Ave.
Minneapolis, MN 55411
Phone: 612-588-0183
Opened: 1999
Enrollment: 102
Grades: 8-12
Status: Open
Description: Education is rooted in American Indian history and culture, including the Ojibwe language. Native American population.
Minisinaakwaang Leadership Academy (Ojibwe)
20930 367th Lane
McGregor, MN 55760
Phone: 218-768-3477
Website: http://www.minisinaakwaang.typepad.com/
Opened: 2007
Enrollment: 69
Grades: K-12
Status: Open
Description: Ojibwe Indian charter school dedicated to improving the academic performance of Native American students. Curriculum rich in native culture and language.
Naytahwaush Community School (Ojibwe)
242 Church St.
Naytahwaush, MN 56566
Phone: 218-935-5025
Opened: 2005
Enrollment: 100
Grades: K-7
Status: Open
Description: Child-centered learning environment. Integrates Ojibwe language and culture into curriculum. Native American population.
Pine Grove Leadership Academy (Ojibwe)
63842 Ojibwe Rd
Sandstone, MN 55072
Phone: 320-384-7598
Website: http://www.pinegrovela.org/
Opened: 2007
Enrollment: 28
Grades: K-8
Status: Open
Description: Ojibwe Indian charter school dedicated to improving the academic performance of Native American students. Curriculum rich in native culture and language.
Montana:
No charter school law.
North Carolina
Haliwa-Saponi Tribal School (Saponi and Nansemond)
130 Haliwa-Saponi Trail
Hollister, NC 27844
Phone: 252-257-5853
Website: http://www.haliwa-saponi.com/
Opened: 2000
Enrollment: 156
Grades: K-11
Status: Open
Description: Emphasis on culture and community. Focus on developing information skills. Native American population.
North Dakota
No charter school law.
New Mexico
Native American Community Academy
1100 Cardenas Ave. SE
Albuquerque, NM 87108
Phone: 505-468-0609
Website: http://www.nacaschool.org/
Opened: 2006
Enrollment: 100
Grades: 6-7
Status: Open
Description: Blends an Integrated Curriculum, Wellness, Philosophy and Culture/Language context, Native American population. Will expand to 12th grade.
San Diego Riverside Charter School
504 Mission Rd.
Jemez Pueblo, NM 87024
Phone: 505-834-7419
Opened: 1999
Enrollment: 100
Grades: K-8
Status: Open
Description: Native American population. Dual language approach, hands-on, thematic, integrative curriculum.
Walatowa Charter High School http://walatowa.org/ (run by Jemez Pueblo Tribal Ed Dept.)
147 Bear Head Canyon Rd.
Jemez Pueblo, NM 87024
Phone: 505-834-0443
Opened: 2003
Enrollment: 52
Grades: 9-12
Status: Open
Description: Rigorous academic program, quality instruction. Native American population.
Oklahoma
Has a charter school law, but no Native specific serving charter schools
South Dakota
No charter school law
Washington
No current charter school law – one was passed in 2004 and then overturned.
Wyoming
Arapahoe Charter High School
445 Little Wind River Bottom Rd.
Arapahoe, WY 82510
Phone: 307-856-3862
Website: http://www.arapahoeschool.com/
Opened: 2005
Enrollment: 48
Grades: 9-12
Status: Open
Description: Offers a student driven, contextual and hands-on based curriculum based on real life experiences and career choices. Native American population located on Wind River Reservation.
Source:
This list was compiled by Kerry R. Venegas, National Indian Education Association, High School Policy Initiative.
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