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American Indian Parents Hold Schools to Account on Culture, Curriculum

By Brooke Saias — February 28, 2020 4:55

In Minnesota, the parents of American Indian students work to assure a high level of cultural sensitivity and accuracy in what’s being taught.

Brooke Saias is a video producer for Education Week, working to tell stories about the impact of education on communities.

Coverage of how parents work with educators, community leaders and policymakers to make informed decisions about their children’s education is supported by a grant from the Walton Family Foundation, at www.waltonk12.org. Education Week retains sole editorial control over the content of this coverage.

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