Education

Mission: The Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation’s Education Department is dedicated to serving the Tribal community’s educational endeavors. We offer comprehensive education services grounded in cultural values and academic excellence. Our team is committed to supporting each Tribal member’s education journey, honoring the Tribe’s heritage and empowering future generations.

Vision: To empower lifelong learning and personal growth for Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Members of all ages through access to and celebration of education and cultural pride.

Values:

• Support
• Communication
• Collaboration
• Integrity
• Quality

What We Offer:

• Tuition Scholarship: Enrolled Tribal Members are eligible for tuition support for education programs for all ages! Whether you are seeking financial support for childcare & preschool, elementary school, middle school, high school, higher education, certifications and trade/vocational schools, we are here to help you fund your educational endeavors!
• Education For All: At every stage of life, education opens doors. That’s why we’re committed to supporting learning opportunities for everyone, from the very first steps in early childhood through advanced degrees, career-ready certifications and beyond. Our experienced Team Members are dedicated to helping families instill a lifelong passion for learning.  We can help you research and visit potential schools, apply and enroll in schools, and experience academic success while in your chosen school!
• Child Development Center: Our childcare facility is state-of-the-art and is run by Bright Horizons, a high-quality school system trusted by parents and organizations around the world. With a focus on academic readiness, socio-emotional learning, executive functioning, purposeful play, discovery and most importantly, the cultural values of MPTN, the CDC reports up to the Education Department and is the pride and joy of the community!
• Tutoring: Whether you prefer 1:1 tutoring or you’d like group homework help, we’ve got you covered! Tutors are available to students of all ages.
• Behavior Intervention: We work to promote positive behavior and improve student outcomes through evidence-based strategies, inclusive practices, and collaborative support. Our main goal is to help students develop positive behaviors and reduce behaviors that may be disruptive or unsafe. At MPTN, our Behavior Interventionist can work directly with school-age students, families, and even educators to help students learn better ways to cope, behave, and succeed – both in school and in life. Our interventionist also provides preventative supports to help families before behaviors occur! These supports include but are not limited to; establishment of routines, information about the impacts of trauma, goal setting, coping skills, and more.
• Special Education: We believe that every child deserves the opportunity to thrive – academically, emotionally, and socially. Navigating the world of special education can feel overwhelming – but you don’t have to do it alone. Together, we’ll work to build a brighter, more inclusive educational journey, one step at a time. Our special education advocate supports families by helping them understand their rights and navigate the special education process. Advocates work closely with parents and schools to ensure students receive the appropriate services, supports, and individualized education plans (IEPs) they need to succeed. The goal is to empower families with knowledge, promote collaboration, and ensure every child has access to a fair and effective education.
• Curriculum & Trainings for Educators: The Education Department is responsible for creating lesson plans and professional development for teachers across the United States. We run the Pequot Neepun Teacher Institute in partnership with the Pequot Museum and produce curriculum for Connecticut teachers.

For more details, please visit us at our website: www.pequoteducation.com.

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Email us at:

• For Scholarship: [email protected]
• For General Inquiries: [email protected]

Call us at: 860-396-2110