There are 11 sovereign Tribal Nations within the state of Minnesota, comprised of seven Anishinaabe reservations and four Dakota communities, each of which has its own distinct government. The Office of American Indian Education intentionally engages in meaningful and collaborative educational efforts with each of these nations through their tribal leaders and with their Tribal Nations Education Committee (TNEC) representative.

The Minnesota Department of Education and Tribal Nations have a shared goal of eliminating educational inequities and improving the outcomes of American Indian learners statewide. These partnerships are extremely valuable, and directly affect American Indian education in Minnesota. We are deeply grateful to our tribal partners for generously sharing their time, unique cultural perspectives, and expertise. 

Asabiikone-zaag'igan | Bois Forte Band of Chippewa