Native American Education Program

Program Specialist: Yvonne Dinehdeal

Welcome Students and Families!

Round logo with M in the middle says Native American Education Program NAEP around the edge

Native American Education Program Office Contact:

Address:

1025 N. Country Club Dr.

Mesa, AZ, 85201

Phone: (480) 472 - 0580

Hours: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm

Email: naep@mpsaz.org

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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

Upcoming Events 

  • 8/4/2026 - School Supply

    Pick-Up Event

MPS Native American Education Program

Back To School Supply Pick-Up Event!

This summer has flown by and we are gearing up for a new school year which means it's time for our annual Back to School Supply event! Enrolled NAEP Students, come by and grab your school supplies. See you soon!

  • Date & Time: Tuesday, August 4th, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM

  • Location: MPS Student Services Center, 1025 N. Country Club Dr.

  • Contact: Phone: (480) 472-0580 | Email: NAEP@MPSAZ.ORG

  • Eligibility: Open to all enrolled MPS NAEP students.

  • Enrollment Details: If your student is not enrolled in the NAEP program, you can enroll at this event. You will need to bring ONE of the following and fill out a few forms in person:

    • Certificate of Indian Blood

    • Tribal ID

    • Letter from Tribe, Nation, Band, or community stating enrollment or descendances.

    • Note: If the student does not have their own of the above, please provide yours (parents, guardians, and/or grandparents) as a placeholder.

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