Native American Liaison Art

Mara Mills

Mara Mills

Please feel free to contact me if I can be of assistance in helping your student succeed. 

My number is (307) 856-7970 Ext. 248

Introduction

Hello!  My name is Mara Mills.  I have a new position as the Native American Liaison and Graduation Coach for Fremont County School District 6.  I began this position about 2 months ago.  These are some of the things I can help with:

  • Communication between school and home

  • Supporting student attendance

  • Supporting academic achievement

  • Helping students stay on track for graduation

  • Helping students with college applications, scholarships, and other post-secondary plans

  • Advocating for Native American students

  • Helping locate community support resources

My background is in special education and school counseling. I also have an at-risk endorsement.  I was formerly the Wind River Learning Academy teacher. 

Certificates of Degree of Indian Blood & ED 506 forms

In order to receive funds for the Johnson O’Malley program, the school district needs to verify enrollment of eligible students.  This is done by providing a Certificate of Degree of Indian Blood.  Please send in certificates for your students to the school office or email a copy to mmills@fre6.k12.wy.us.  FCSD 6 would also like to apply for Title VI funds which provide additional funds to support Native American students. To receive these funds, completion of the ED 506 form is required for eligible students.  If a student is not Tribally enrolled, but has a parent or grandparent who is Tribally enrolled, they can be included in the student count. ED 506 forms may also be returned to the office or emailed to mmills@fre6.k12.wy.us.

506 Form Download

Native American Summer Institute

Fremont County School District #6 is in the process of applying for the Office of Indian Education Formula/ Title VI (A) EASIE Formula Grant. “This program is designed to address the unique cultural, language, and educationally related academic needs of American Indian and Alaska Native students, including preschool children.” 

District seeking Title VI grant

Native American High School students have the opportunity to apply for the Native American Summer Institute at the University of Wyoming.  This will take place June 2nd-8th, 2024.  Current 9th-12th grade students may apply.  Students are exposed to a full college experience by staying in residence halls, attending academic workshops, and participating in activities on and off campus, as well as Native American cultural activities to promote and maintain their cultural identity.  The deadline to apply is April 19, 2024.  CLICK HERE to apply.

Parent input requested regarding Title VI funding

We are seeking input from parents of tribally enrolled students and descendants.  This survey provides an opportunity to share priorities for goals and objectives of Title VI funding.  If you have not had the opportunity to complete the needs assessment, CLICK HERE.           

NOLS Expediation Wind River course set Aug. 4-10

NOLS is offering an Expedition Wind River course for Fremont County students with tribal affiliation.  This is for rising 8th-12th grade students.  The dates are August 4th-10th, 2024.  The course includes 6 nights/7 days of backpacking in the Wind River Mountains.  If your student is interested in participating, contact Mrs. Mills for an application by email at mmills@fre6.k12.wy.us or (307) 856-7970 ext 248. 

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Family Night fun making paper mocassins

FAMILY NIGHT FUN

This month the Indian Education Committee hosted a station at the elementary school’s Family Night.  Students had the opportunity to decorate paper moccasins.  The students used their creativity to bead, draw, and color their moccasins with unique and personalized designs.  Thank you to the IEC for hosting this fun event!

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Multicultural Club students took a field trip to the Wind River Tribal Buffalo Initiative in Morton. https://windriverbuffalo.org/explore/initiative/ This initiative was founded by Jason Baldes. Its purpose is to reintroduce buffalo to tribal lands and to educate youth about buffalo and their role in the lives, health, and history of the Wind River community.

Multicultural Club visits buffalo initiative

Multicultural Club students took a field trip to the Wind River Tribal Buffalo Initiative in Morton.   This initiative was founded by Jason Baldes.  Its purpose is to reintroduce buffalo to tribal lands and to educate youth about buffalo and their role in the lives, health, and history of the Wind River community.  

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Wind River students and staff celebrated Native American History Month in November with lots of activities including: dress up days, Pledge of Allegiance in Native languages, trivia and a Native American Dance Showcase. The JOM/IEC organized a week filled with dress-up themes. Students proudly showcased their cultural heritage by participating in activities such as "Rock Your Mocs," adorning themselves with "Native Bling," wearing red to raise awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP), and donning ribbon skirts or fancy attire. Moreover, the IEC, in collaboration with some high school students, delighted all district students and staff by preparing fry bread.

In November we celebrated Native American Heritage Month!  

Wind River students and staff celebrated Native American History Month in November with lots of activities including: dress up days, Pledge of Allegiance in Native languages, trivia and a Native American Dance Showcase.

 The JOM/IEC organized a week filled with dress-up themes. Students proudly showcased their cultural heritage by participating in activities such as "Rock Your Mocs," adorning themselves with "Native Bling," wearing red to raise awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP), and donning ribbon skirts or fancy attire. Moreover, the IEC, in collaboration with some high school students, delighted all district students and staff by preparing fry bread.