In Shiprock, NM, a school is demonstrating why charter schools
can benefit communities with distinct educational priorities.
Dream Diné (The Navajo refer to themselves as Diné), a public
charter school, gives educators (both Native and non-) the opportunity to
incorporate Navajo values, language, and culture into nearly every aspect of
the school.
According to their website, part of Dream Diné’s visión is to
“…Offer a world-class education while instilling life values through the Diné
Philosophy of living and learning. The dream of Dream Diné Charter School is to
create a world-class Indigenous-centered educational program, aligned with the
Common Core State Standards, in Shiprock, New Mexico.”
Chartering affords community stakeholders and creative
educators the opportunity to make this kind of school – one that is culturally
responsive and serving the needs of a specific student group – a reality. Here’s
hoping to see more schools providing choice and distinct focus in New Mexico.
Read more about Dream Diné at http://www.dreamdine.org/.
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