Many American Indians and Alaska Natives say the dramatic increase in their numbers recorded in last year’s census supports their long-standing argument that Indigenous history should get more attention in public school classrooms. Even before the latest tally, there was a growing movement to infuse more Indigenous material into school curriculums — not only to connect students to their roots, but also to ensure that all students know about the contributions of Indigenous peoples and to encourage respect for the sovereign rights of tribes. Tribes also hope that the addition of millions of peop… (more…)

Hundreds of students at two Newark schools took part in a parade Wednesday to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month after the cultural celebration was postponed last year because of the coronavirus pandemic. Elementary school students from KIPP Upper Roseville Academy and KIPP Truth Academy paraded around the North Ward neighborhood, waving country flags and wearing traditional dress with decorative masks. KIPP Upper Roseville Academy School Leader Samia Chery-Geffrard said the parade was part of the school’s focus on community and kicked off its Latnix Heritage Month. “We are big on community, bu… (more…)