To be an effective ally to Indigenous Peoples, commit to ongoing education, listen to and center Indigenous voices, and support their sovereignty and rights. This involves learning about local Indigenous history and culture, uplifting Indigenous-led initiatives and businesses, amplifying Indigenous perspectives in your own networks, and advocating for policy changes that support self-determination and justice for Indigenous communities. #SilenceIsBetrayal #MMIP #MMIW #IndigenousPeoplesDay #Oklah

Today, we took the opportunity to learn about Indigenous people and their deep connection to the land! 🌿 We began with a class discussion about Indigenous cultures, traditions, and the ways they live in harmony with nature, learning how they rely on observation, respect, and knowledge of their environment to thrive. Then, we took this learning outside on a scavenger hunt and hike across the farm. Our students explored a big hill, noticing the changing seasons as leaves turned vibrant shades of

October 12: Honoring Indigenous Peoples' Day in Arizona

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