Prioritizing Local Culture in Schools

Why is it important to align your district values to the values found in the homes of students in the community? Today, Superintendent Dr. Larry Ouimette shares how his small northern Wisconsin school district incorporates the local Native American Ojibwe Tribe into all aspects of education. Dr. Ouimette explains that public respect of local culture has a significant bearing on the success of his students. Listen to learn more about how the Lac du Flambeau School District prioritizes community values in its mission, vision and strategic plan.This episode answers questions such as:Does local culture have a purpose in our classrooms?How can local values impact decision making and district practices?How can we deepen community services and support the integration of cultural artifacts into education?Read Superintendent Larry Quimette's AASA article: Embedding Local Culture in Student LearningRecommended Resources: Does Local Culture Have a Place in Schools?, Building the Conditions for a Learning Culture & Listen Intently Recommended Podcasts: Powerful Practices that Build Connection, Measures that Matter and Decision Rules, How Can We Improve Employee Engagement and Communication? & Accountability in Closely Connected Communities