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Education

The Seneca Nation of Indian's Department of Education philosophy is that education is a life-long, empowering learning process which begins with the individual, and is multi-cultural, multi-generational, and respectful of physical, emotional, spiritual and intellectual wellness. The department recognizes that each individual is at a different place in life's journey and we will work with them to move them forward toward their goals.

The Seneca Nation Education Department on both Allegany and Cattaraugus Territories provides services which support the learning process as a means of obtaining individual and collective satisfaction, with respect for self and others, and a pride in Seneca and Native heritage.

The Department of Education will promote individual wellness of all Native people it serves in a holistic manner through:

  • A cultural awareness/foundation, respecting traditions and history, to empower the individual in his/her lifelong pursuits.
  • By providing learning opportunities to help challenge each individual to achieve their life's goals and ambitions, acknowledging that education is a life-long process.
  • Through the coordination with all Seneca Nation services and outside agencies, organizations and educational institutions to promote confidence, well-being, knowledge, skills, support and empathy.
  • By providing education for the outside community to encourage a greater understanding of the Seneca culture.

Evening Tutoring Classes

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The Late Night Tutoring program is designed to assist students that might not otherwise have time in their schedule to receive educational tutoring services. The program has certified teachers from local school districts that many of the students see everyday at the school they attend. The program runs from 6:00pm till 9:00pm Monday through Thursday, and from 6:00pm till 8:00pm on Friday. Hurry up and come join the tutoring program... exams are right around the corner! For more information please call the Education Department at 716-532-3341.

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SNI 2013 Community Fair

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The annual Community Fair held within the Seneca Nation Cattaraugus territory during spring break is scheduled to begin Monday, April 1st through Friday, April 5th.  Numerous educational and fun activities for all ages will take place during the course of the week with highlights such as a field trip to Rochester Museum of Play, Smoke Dance competition with cash prizes, bike rodeo and much more!   A vendor day and SNI Department Awareness Day is planned to end the week on Friday, April 5th from 9am - 3pm.  Public is welcome to come and enjoy the festivities!

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Cattaraugus Indian Territories (CIR)
Cattaraugus Indian Territories (CIR)

The CIR is located along the Cattaraugus Creek, from Gowanda, New York, downstream to the shore of Lake Erie. The CIR is comprised of some 21,618 acres in Cattaraugus, Chautauqua and Erie counties.