Native American Education Program

Program Specialist: Yvonne Dinehdeal

Our Vision & Mission

Our vision is to empower Native American students through culturally responsive learning and education where students thrive academically, embrace their cultural history, and become leaders within their communities while achieving academic excellence. Our department will serve as a vital resource for the MPS and Native American community that is culturally inclusive, supportive, and engaging.

Our mission is to provide a supportive and culturally enriched educational experience for the Native American students of Mesa Public Schools. We are committed to building strong relationships with our Native American families, Tribal communities, and community partners. We are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive and respectful learning environment that promotes Native American traditions, cultural values, and identity, while achieving academic success.

How to Sign Up Your Student For NAEP Services:

To begin receiving services, please fill out and complete the following forms and turn in all required documents to the NAEP Office:

Title VI (one per student)
Johnson-O'Malley Form
Attach/include a copy of one of the following (per student):
- Certificate of Indian Blood
- Tribal ID
- Letter from Tribe, Nation, Band or Community stating enrollment or descendances

If the student does NOT have their own CIB, Tribal ID, or Letter of Proof, then please submit a parent or grandparent's copy instead.

Documents can be dropped off at the NAEP office or emailed to naep@mpsaz.org