Department

Education and Cultural Learning

Department of the Fernandeño Tataviam Band of Mission Indians that serves Native youth living in the northern Los Angeles County.

Core Values

Improving the concept of self and identity in American Indian students and adults

Sheriin’ (Red) Programs

Native Identity
& Community

Uplifts mind, body, community, and emotions through culturally appropriate activities in safe, communal spaces.

  • Inter-Tribal Dance

  • Native Arts & Crafts

  • Traditional Food & Ecology

Shërchiinchin (Yellow) Programs

Leadership Development

Supporting youth to develop life sills, advance cultural knowledge, and provides adulting experiences.

  • Cultural Hikes

  • Summer Camp activities

  • Youth Sports Workshops

Rroun’ (Blue) Programs

College &
Career Readiness

Providing programming to develop pathways to college and future careers!

  • College Preparation

  • Campus Tours

  • Career Introductions

Sikwa (Green) Programs

Tutoring &
Academics

Bolstering the mind by offering support in academics, early literacy, and language revitalization.

  • Language revitalization

  • After school tutoring

  • Indigenous Book Kits

  • Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm

  • Eligible applicants must be American Indian/Alaskan Native/Native American youth in grades K-12th and residing in Los Angeles County.

  • Free programs!

The only Fernandeño Tataviam Language Workbook

Youth Are Our Future Leaders

Inspiring Brilliance in Native Youth

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2023 Native Graduates

Congratulations on full ride scholarships to college!

Tomiear, ECLD Program Participant

Makaiya, ECLD Program Participant

Department Highlights

  • November 18th, 2023

    Celebrity Go Kart Charity Event