A Message from the Department of Teaching and Learning
Families, staff and high school students may apply for consideration to serve on the听Title VI Native American Family Committee (NAFC). Please note that by federal statute, the majority of the NAFC members must be parents and family members of Native American students who attend Bellingham Public Schools.
Interested individuals are encouraged to听apply by 5 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 24.
The purpose of this committee is to advise and guide the design and implementation of the Native American Student Program (NASP). Following implementation, the NAFC will review data, participate in programming, and support relationship building between the district and local tribes, all in support of Native American student success. NASP will provide educational and social emotional opportunities that address the specific needs of Native American students.
Learn more about this group at the Title VI Native American Family Committee webpage.
The group meets a minimum of three times per year to comply with federal requirements.
The three scheduled meetings for the 2024-25 school year are:
- 6-7 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 12
- 6-7 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 11
- 6-7 p.m., Tuesday, May 13
To apply for consideration to serve on this committee,听听by 5 p.m. on Thursday, October 24 or听download to print听this form and submit to the Department of Teaching and Learning at 1985 Barkley Blvd., Bellingham, WA 98226. Questions? Please contact Lorrie Melton at 360-676-6470, ex. 6532.