Board of Education rules DODE to assume control of Nazlini school
The Navajo Nation Board of Education ruled Nazlini Community School, Inc. will turn control of its operations over to the Navajo Nation Department of Diné Education following a due process hearing on January 6.
Navajo Nation Council approves appointment of Superintendent of Schools
The 24th Navajo Nation Council approved legislation appointing Dr. Harold G. Begay as the Superintendent of Schools for DODE during a January 7 Special Session.
The Navajo Education Center in Window Rock has been closed indefinitely due to safety hazards. Staff will relocate to different offices to continue duties.
Acting Superintendent Patricia Gonnie was invited to participate in an MSNBC Roundtable discussion on the impact of COVID-19 on the Navajo Nation and the importance of Native education. For more information, click here.
NMPED Secretary meets with Superintendent, Board members, PM's
The New Mexico Public Education Secretary Designate visited the Navajo Education Cener on Oct. 18. DODE staff spoke with the Secretary about challenges facing education on the Navajo Nation.
DODE, NDOH collaborating to monitor COVID situation in schools
The Department of Dine Education continues to collaborate with the Navajo Department of Health to monitor potential COVID-19 cases and exposures in schools on the Navajo Nation.
The Navajo Nation Office of the President and Vice President urged all schools operating on the Navajo Nation to submit their reopening plans to DODE as part of the process for a safe reopening for in-person instruction.
Project I-LAUNCH holding discussion on fatherhood, traditional teachings
Project I-LAUNCH have announced the next installment in the ongoing Early Childhood Speaker series. This month's topic is the importance of fatherhood and traditional teachings.
Board reauthorizing grant schools ahead of new year
The Navajo Nation Board of Education has reauthorized numerous grant schools to continue operating independently, with 10 other schools pending reauthorization. For more information including a list of schools, click here.
Navajo Nation President signs resolution to reopen schools
Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez signed Resolution CJN-36-21 into law July 6, which rescinds COVID-19 restrictions including limited schools to online-only environments.
DODE, Dine College holding live parent/guardian forum
The Navajo Nation Department of Dine Education is partnering with Dine College to host a live parent/guardian forum on June 17, 2021 to discuss K-12 education across the Navajo Nation amid COVID-19. For contact info and where to listen, click here.
Guidelines announced for schools holding limited in-person graduation and promotion ceremonies
The Navajo Department of Health released a series of guidelines that all schools are expected to understand and implement if they are holding limited in-person gatherings for graduations and promotions.
Department of Dine Education recognizes Teacher Appreciation Week
DODE is encouraging students, parents, and communities to recognize the work their teachers have done to provide a quality education during the pandemic.
Project I-LAUNCH celebrates National Week of the Young Child
DODE, OSERS, Navajo Project I-LAUNCH, and Growing in Beauty have announced a week of virtual events from April 12 - 16 to celebrate Diné children, families, teachers, and communities. For more information, including event times and links to register, click here.
The content of this guide serves as the safety "must haves" that all schools on the Navajo Nation must incorporate into their reopening safety plans related specifically to COVID-19.
The Navajo Nation School Reopening Plan provides a template for schools on the reservation to safely reopen. For a list of frequently asked questions and answers, click here.
Cody M. Begaye, PIO DODE The new program to be run by the Federal Communications Commission will allow for affordable broadband connections and technologies for the Navajo Nation.
Cody M. Begaye, PIO DODE New Mexico state and tribal leaders agree that a stable high-speed broadband internet system is essential for closing the homework gap and helping student keep up in school.
New Hours of Operation, Department of Dine Education
Cody M. Begay Navajo Nation Department of Dine Education announces updated hours of operation during Office of the President/Vice President Public Health Order.
