American Indian Studies: STI

Explore select online resources and information for Indigenous Peoples’ Day 2021

Read Seattle Public Schools’ 2021 Indigenous Peoples’ Day Proclamation

2021 Indigenous Peoples’ Day Proclamation

Since Time Immemorial Learning Resources

NEW Yearlong Washington State History Scope and Sequence

Now there are two semesters of 7th grade Washington State History! Each semester emphasizes tribal history and sovereignty. Check it out! SPS Washington State History Scope and Sequence

Washington State Curriculum

RCW 28A.320.170

From the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) 28A.320.170, 2015, Washington State Legislature:

Upon social studies curriculum adoption, a school district shall incorporate curricula about nearest tribes’ histories, cultures, and governments. School districts meet the requirements by using the state-developed curriculum AND incorporating elements that are regionally specific.

Modifications & Required State Collaboration

School districts shall collaborate with OSPI on curricular areas regarding tribal government and history that are statewide in nature, such as the concept of tribal sovereignty and the history of federal policy towards federally recognized Indian tribes.

Seattle Public Schools Curriculum

Teachers are expected to teach Since Time Immemorial curriculum in every grade.

We use the name American Indian Studies because:

American Indian is the legal term for the federally recognized tribes that reside within the U.S.
Unlike other American ethnic groups, federally recognized tribes and nations deal with U.S. state, and local governments on a “government-to-government” basis.

Public Resources

Since Time Immemorial: Tribal Sovereignty in Washington State

Seattle Public Schools Scope & Sequence

SPS TV Playlist: Tribal History Lessons