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Welcome to the Chicago American Indian Education Program (Title VII) Website.
The mission of the Chicago American Indian Education Program is to ensure that each American Indian and Alaska Native child in Chicago Public Schools has equal access to educational opportunities.
Keep checking here for the latest information happening within the Title VII Program!
Hey Kids!
The Bricolage Teen Leaders group is having 'Clean-Up Crew' group meetings every Tuesday @ 11 in Walter Payton High School in the Confucius Institute.
This project is the planning for the Clean-Up event of the Foster Avenue Bricolage mural with the goal date of August 28th.
The Crew will experience hands-on how to plan a community event, along with handling things that are in the business world today, like talking to the Alderman and different venders to help sponsor us.
We need YOU! Space is limited-show up Tuesday, August 24 @ 11am @ Walter Payton to also sign up.
To sign up and/or have any questions contact:
Lisa White@ llliiisssaaamw@sbcglobal.net.
(Put "Bricolage Group" in Subject heading.)
Confucius Institute at Walter Payton College Prep
1034 North Wells, Room #106
We're waiting to hear from you! This is your opportunity to get involved, experience in business, and receive service learning hours for school.
For those whom attended please feel free to download this card by clicking it! Again, thank you so much for your support and presence.
THE CHICAGO AMERICAN INDIAN EDUCATION PROGRAM (TITLE VII) WANTS YOUR PROFESSIONAL CONTACT INFORMATION FOR AN UPCOMING CITYWIDE PUBLICATION FOR TEACHERS IN THE CLASSROOM!
Title VII is looking for Chicago-based, Native American artisans and artists for an upcoming Native American Artists Contact List for publication and distributed citywide to schools for use in the classrooms. If a CPS teacher is in need of a Native American speaker or presenter then they will have quick access to you!
We are looking for Native American, Chicago-based artisans:
Including: bead work, quillwork, regalia making, weaving, pottery, jewelry/silver-smithing, basketry, drumming, crafts making, traditional singing, traditional dancing and storytelling.
We would like information from Chicago-based Native dance troupes as well.
We are also looking for Native American, Chicago-based artists:
Including: painting, drawing, pastels, paper, musicians, singers, actors, comedians, video artists, performance artists, modern dancers, sculptors, graphic artists, computer artists, DJ’s, rappers, models and filmmakers.
If you are interested in being listed in this publication; please send the following information to Ernest M. Whiteman III, Cultural Resource Specialist at emwhitemaniii@cps.k12.il.us:
Professional Name
Tribal affiliation
Artist Profession/Traditional craft
Location (i.e.: Rogers Park)
Email address
Contact phone number
Mailing Address (optional)
Website or Internet link to portfolio of work (If available)
You can forward images of your work, photos of your craft, headshots, CV, resumes or filmographies to attach to your listing. Artist statements or bios are optional.
We look forward to hearing from you and helping you spread the word about your craft and artistry to Chicago Public School classrooms and beyond!
Jolene Aleck, (Northern Paiute/Western Shoshone)
Program Director
Ernest M. Whiteman III, (Northern Arapaho)
Cultural Resource Specialist
Debra Yepa-Pappan, (Jemez Pueblo/Korean)
Youth Development Specialist
Feel free to stop by our office at:
American Indian Education Center
4420 North Beacon Street, Room #221
Chicago, Illinois 60640!
NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS:
:: Chicago Title VII Newsletter: "On the Same Page" is a monthly newsletter for parents, students, and teachers. Filled with information on the latest TITLE VII news and happenings.
The newsletter is available for free pick up at the Title VII office, the American Indian Health Services, CIMC, the Mitchell Museum and the Anawim Center. It is also available for free download here on the website.
IN THIS ISSUE:
+ Susan Power's History
+ A Word from Purdue University
+ Circles of Care Program
+ The Latest Debbie Reese Recommendation
+ Yet Another "Avatar" Review!
+ Much More!!
CURRENT: April 2010 Issue #7
We apologize in the delay of April's edition. We have also moved the newsletter ARCHIVE to the new "On the Same Page" webpage.
We invite you download our monthly newsletter for free! Adobe Reader required. Get Adobe Reader free by clicking: Adobe Reader. NOTE: The average file size is 5.5MB, so take that into consideration when downloading.
CLICK HERE!to view On the Same Page page
CLICK HERE to view Speakers Bureau page
CLICK HERE to view the Calendar Page.
Click Here for the MEDIA CLUB Page.
:: We are proud to provide the “Directory of American Indian Resources in Illinois” Contact information for resources available to American Indian families and students are listed in the directory.
Directory of American Indian Resources in Illinois
:: College Horizons: For more information visit: http://www.collegehorizons.org/
Click here for information flier
:: The Begay Family Presentation: For more information on the Begay Family for Native American dance presentations, click on the following flier.
Click here for information flier
:: American Indian Association of Illinois (AIAI): The AIAI has many programs coming up for the Spring 2010 Semester. They are located at 6554 N. Rockwell, Chicago, IL, 60645.
Click here for information flier.
Calendar Clarification:
We can add event to our website calendar pretty quickly as we update it as often as possible. Please denote if you wish to be added to our website or to the newsletter.
For newsletter guideleines, please contact our office.
IMPORTANT Links:
» American Indian Health Service of Chicago, Inc.
» College Board
» College Horizons
» Native American House, UIUC
» Native American Support Program, UIC
» National Indian Education Association
» Office of Indian Education
» Oyate
» American Indian Health Resources
» American Indian Children’s Literature
» Gathering of Nations
» Chicago Children’s Museum