Meskwaki Settlement School Email Format
Education Administration ProgramsIowa, United States51-200 Employees
The Meskwaki Settlement School is a tribally controlled educational institution operating under the Bureau of Indian Education, serving students from early childhood through 12th grade in Tama, Iowa. With an enrollment of several hundred Native American students, the school emphasizes preserving Meskwaki language and culture while fostering overall development—culturally, intellectually, emotionally, physically, and socially—in a safe environment. The organization is governed by a school board that reports to the Meskwaki Tribal Council, and all teachers and administrators hold certification from the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners. The school participates in interscholastic activities within the Iowa Star Conference, reflecting its involvement in broader educational and extracurricular programs. MSS is located near Tama and operates in the education administration sector, supporting its mission to prepare students as responsible, independent lifelong learners grounded in Meskwaki traditions.