Indian Education

Jordan Zickermann

Indian Ed. Program Lead

Cultural Liaison

651-407-7647

jordan.zickermann@isd624.org

Parent Advisory Committee Members

○      Andrew Adams III, Chairperson/parent

○      Raymond Cermak, Vice-chairperson/parent

○      Renee Butters, parent

○      Christine Cermak, parent

○      Danielle Delong, parent

○      Victoria Leoni, parent

○      Dennis Olson, parent

○      Kelly Sam, parent

○      Katina Zambrano, parent

○      Brianna Littlegeorge, parent

○      Jennifer Adams, student

○      Timothy Whalen, Teacher - North Campus

○      Nancy Vogt, Teacher - South Campus

○      Jordan Zickermann, Indian Education Program Lead

○      Tiffany Dittrich, Teacher Union President 

○      Angela Thompson, School Board Member

○      Dr. Marcellus Davis, Director of American Indian Education, Equity, and Engagement

2018-19 Parent Advisory Committee Meeting Schedule

Meetings are held on a Monday from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. in room 206 at the District Center, 4855 Bloom Ave. White Bear Lake, MN 55110.

Meetings are open to the public. Everyone is welcome.

• August 21st
• September 17th
• October 15th
• December 17th
• January 28th
• February 26th
• March 18th
• April 15th
• May 20th
• June 17th

2019-20 Parent Advisory Committee Meeting Schedule

Beginning 2019-20, meetings will be held on Wednesday’s from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in Room 206 at the District Center, 4855 Bloom Ave. White Bear Lake, MN 55110

Meetings are open to the public. Everyone is Welcome.

• August 14th
• September 11th
• October 9th
• November 13th
• December 11th
• January 15th
• February 12th
• March 18th
• April 15th
• May 13th
• June 10th

2020-21 American Indian Parent Advisory Committee Meeting Schedule

Beginning 2020-21, meetings will be virtually on the second Tuesday of each month from 6:00-8:00 p.m. The link for all 2020-2021 AIPAC meetings can be found here: https://meet.google.com/wnx-uejp-dpk

Meetings are open to the public. Everyone is Welcome.

• September 11th, 2020
• October 19th, 2020
• November 10th, 2020
• December 8th, 2020
• January 14th, 2021
• February 9th, 2021
• March 9th, 2021
• April 13th, 2021
• May 11th, 2021
• June 8th, 2021

Title VI Ed 506 Indian Student Eligibility Certification Form

I.       How is the American Indian Education program funded?

The White Bear Lake Indian Education Program is partially funded through Title VI of the federal Every Student Succeeds Act. In order to apply for these funds, the district needs to document the number of American Indian students enrolled in White Bear Lake Area Schools. This is done through the Title VI Student Eligibility Certification (506) form (link below).

II.            Who is eligible for services?

Parents/guardians of American Indian students who are members of a tribe or band or who are descendants of a parent or grandparent who is a member of a tribe or band, are asked to consider completing this form. A completed form makes students eligible to receive services that the Title VI federal funding will provide. Completed forms should be returned to your child’s school or directly to:

III.          What is the cost for services?

The American Indian Education program is a federally and state funded program. Program services are available to all American Indian students enrolled in the program free of charge.

IV.         Location?

We are a part of the Office of Federal and State Grants Program, located at the White Bear Lake Area School District Center. 4855 Bloom Ave. Suite 301 White Bear Lake, MN 55110

V.           How do I enroll my children in White Bear Lake Indian Education?

To enroll in our program, you must fill out a 506 Form and send it to our office. To receive a form or for more information contact Jordan Zickermann.

VI.         Why should I fill out a 506 form for my children?

The Federal Government requires ISD 624 to have on file a signed 506 form for each student eligible student, before funding this program.

VII.       What services are currently available for my children?

The following are free services offered this year:

·         Cultural enrichment classes for families and students

·         Academic advocacy - monitoring grades and attendance

·         Tutoring for high school students

·         Information for post-secondary planning, financial aid and scholarships Students must be enrolled in the program to participate.

For additional information or help filling out your 506 Form call Jordan Zickermann at 651-407-7647 or by email at Jordan.zickermann@isd624.org.

Post-Secondary Resources

National Indian Education Association - Scholarships

Resources from Minneapolis Indian Education Program

Education Checklist for Native Students and Families

Native Education 101: Basic Facts about American Indian, Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Education

Paying for College: Native American Version

MN Office of Higher Education: Minnesota Indian Scholarship

Academic Resources

MN Native Literature Site

We Shall Remain PBS Video Series  

Indians of the Midwest, Past and Present

Other Resources

Indigenous Roots Cultural Arts Center  

Minnesota Indian Education Association

Minnesota Department of Education - Office of Indian Education