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INDIGENOUS WISDOM CURRICULUM PRESENTED TO LEGISLATURE The only curriculum created by Pueblo educators, Indigenous Wisdom Curriculum Project is the start of educating young people about the Pueblos’ impact in New Mexico. In August 2019, the Legislative Education Study Committee, as part of its assessment of House Bill 250, put forth an effort to develop resources for educators so that all New Mexico students have access to culturally relevant curriculum. The Indian Pueblo Cultural Center presented the Indigenous Wisdom Curriculum to the committee, providing systemic framework elements in support of HB 250. This is the first time IPCC has presented the curriculum to state legislators.
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To date, the Indigenous Wisdom Project has reached more than 21 communities, 888 students, 300 educators, and 2,110 community members in New Mexico. The program continues to grow and expand in 2020. The goal is to expand access to the curriculum to schools across the state. Pueblo-based curriculum strengthens the identity of Native American children in New Mexico by developing and piloting the K-12 curriculum. The curriculum provides all educators with thoughtful unit plans on the complex political, social, cultural, and economic history of the Pueblo Indian Nations of New Mexico between 1912 and 2012.
The Indian Pueblo Cultural Center’s Traditional Teachings Camp is the perfect summer activity for the young budding artist, storyteller, nature lover, or adventurer in your family. Campers enjoy two handson workshops each day, with overarching themes of balance, tradition, resilience, and cultural expression. ACTIVITIES FOR 2020 SUMMER CAMPS INCLUDE: Feast Day participation Gardening in the Resilience Garden Art history and lessons, including pottery, design, storytelling, and symbolism REGISTER FOR THE 2020 SUMMER CAMP June 15–26 (Monday–Friday) 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Ages: 6–12 Max: 25 Children Cost: $250 per child (includes: materials, snacks, field trip, journal, t-shirt, knapsack and water bottle) Limited scholarships available
