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Zagbëgon: An Early Learning & Development AcademyHigh quality early childhood education is an important thing to have for anyone. But imagine infusing a bit of your own culture and language into the lessons of today. The Pokagon Band opened the Zagbëgon Academy on September 4th. The academy is an alternative preschool for tribal children.
For additional information:
Guests:
- JT LarawayCurriculum Committee Treasurer
- Rhonda PurcellLanguage Program Manager
- Elizabeth RinehartSite ManagerZagbëgon Academy
- Sam MorseauDirector of Education
Additional Resources:
- Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Traditions
- Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Language
- Creating a Place for Indigenous Knowledge in Education: The Alaska Native Knowledge Network
- What matters in Indigenous education: Implementing a Vision Committed to Holism, Diversity and Engagement
Date uploaded: November 15, 2018
