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Elder Rose Two Strike reminds us, “You learn by making mistakes, but it’s best not to focus on those mistakes.”

This month, Buffalo Nation News highlights the Lakota Virtue Wóksape (woke sah pay), sharing teachings from Elders who continue to guide our path forward.

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As graduation season approaches, we want to highlight the significance of Tribal regalia in honoring students’ cultural identity and achievements.

This resource explains why regalia matters and provides clear recommendations to ensure students are respected and celebrated.

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Did you know the Department of Tribal Relations offers an Interactive Tribal GIS Map?

This easy-to-use tool lets you explore tribal lands, access enrollment information, and find key resources all in one place.

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Please join the SD Department of Tribal Relations for State-Tribal Relations Day 2026

📅 Date: February 25
📍 Location: Capitol Rotunda

Together, we can raise awareness and build stronger partnerships to address the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons (MMIP) crisis.

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We look forward to working together to raise greater awareness and understanding of the Oceti Sakowin Essential Understandings and Standards in South Dakota.

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Thank you to everyone who contributed to the success of the 2025 Indian Education Summit. We were honored to present Star Quilts to Donald Montileaux and the Aberdeen Public School District in recognition of their ongoing partnership with our department.

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Each child in attendance received a free copy of Muskrat and Skunk to take home and share with their families.

Thank you, Donald Montileaux, for partnering with our office on this event, and thanks to Aberdeen’s elementary schools for welcoming us into your classrooms!

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On Thursday, the Office of Indian Education partnered with Donald Montileaux to visit six elementary schools in Aberdeen, where Donald read his book, Muskrat and Skunk, to students as part of the 2025 Indian Education Summit kickoff.

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Please join the Office of Indian Education for the 2025 Indian Education Summit!

Check out the featured Indian Education Summit breakout session!

For more information, please visit https://t.co/8QYmudg4x5

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Please join the Office of Indian Education for the 2025 Indian Education Summit!

Check out the featured Indian Education Summit breakout session: "Being Indigenous is Being Gifted!"

For more information, please visit https://t.co/8QYmudgCmD

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Registration is open!

Please join the Office of Indian Education for the 2025 Indian Education Summit!

For more information, please visit https://t.co/8QYmudg4x5

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Registration is open!

Please join the Office of Indian Education for the 2025 Indian Education Summit!

For more information, please visit https://t.co/8QYmudgCmD

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This month’s Buffalo Nation News features Director Osborn discussing updates to the 2025 Oceti Sakowin Essential Understandings and Standards (OSEUS).

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Meet our Keynote Speaker for the 2025 Indian Education Summit!

For more information, please visit https://t.co/8QYmudgCmD

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Registration is open!

Please join the Office of Indian Education for the 2025 Indian Education Summit!

For more information, please visit https://t.co/8QYmudg4x5

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Please join the South Dakota Office of Indian Education for the 2025 Indian Education Summit!

For more information, please email Fred Osborn, [email protected].

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Please join the South Dakota Office of Indian Education for the 2025 Indian Education Summit!

For more information, please email Fred Osborn, [email protected].

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This week’s Buffalo Nation News features another segment with the Black Pipe Drum Group of Norris Elementary!

Stay tuned for more exciting interviews with the Black Pipe Drum Group!

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Today, Director Osborn visited the McLaughlin School District to thank the Wóokiye Teachers for their hard work and contributions to the Wóokiye Project.

For more information about the Wóokiye project, visit https://t.co/Vvk0tlEgAg.

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We are thankful to the Black Pipe Drum Group for sharing their talents with us and to the Norris Elementary School for welcoming our department today. Thank you for all your hard work, Norris Elementary! 3/3