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      BIE is issuing this Dear Tribal Leader Letter (“DTLL”) to clarify ISEP eligibility criteria for BIE funding purposes only. This DTLL does not impact in any way a tribe’s authority to dictate its own tribal membership criteria.

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      Sleep is essential for students' health and academic success, influencing everything from memory and cognitive function to emotional well-being and physical health. During Student Sleep Health Week, the Bureau of Indian Education highlights the importance of adequate sleep,…

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      The BIE’s information technology professionals have been working hard to update internet technology nationwide. They began by assessing each school's requirements to ensure the internet infrastructure could support staff and students accessing it simultaneously.

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      The Bureau of Indian Education is committed to providing every student with a culturally relevant, high-quality education. As staff gear up for the academic year with lesson planning and professional development, parents and guardians can take steps at home to help their…

    • A group of students listen to their teacher read them a book while sitting on the floor.

      Reading is a cornerstone of a child's development, fostering cognitive growth, language skills and emotional intelligence. According to the U.S. Department of Education, early exposure to reading significantly enhances a child's ability to understand and use language and lays…