Native American Services (Title VI)

Native American Programs
Empowering Success & Cultural Pride

Overview & Mission
The Lake Shore Central School District Native American Program is dedicated to supporting the academic success and cultural well-being of Indigenous students within the Lake Shore Central School District. Our mission is to provide meaningful academic support, foster strong connections to culture and identity, and create opportunities that help students thrive both in school and beyond.
Working together with families, community members, and school staff, the program strives to strengthen student achievement, encourage strong attendance and engagement, provide access to academic support when needed, and ensure that Indigenous perspectives and cultural understanding are respected and reflected throughout the school community.
Cultural Advocacy
Providing family liaison services and community outreach to foster a strong sense of belonging and cultural identity within the district.
Academic Support
Targeted academic engagement and classroom instruction designed to meet the unique educational and culturally-related needs of Native American students.

Our Program Staff
Family Liaisons
JOM Instructors

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Academic Engagement
Melissa Hummel
mhummel@lscsd.org
Stacey Purpera
stacey.purpera@lscsd.org
Suzanne McGough
suzanne.mcgough@lscsd.org
Mike Reed
michael.reed@lscsd.org
Native American Parent Committee
Meetings are held at 5:30 PM at the CCC MPR Room.
2025-26 Meeting Dates
October 1, 2025
December 3, 2025
March 4, 2026 (RECHEDULED)
May 6, 2026
Available Agendas

