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. 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 and community members, the program strives to strengthen student achievement and ensure that Indigenous perspectives 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.
Academic Support
Targeted engagement and instruction designed to meet the unique educational and culturally-related needs of Native American students.
Our Program Staff
Family Liaisons
JOM Instructors
Program Highlights
Sweet Success at Gakwi:yo:h Farms
Our Seneca Language students recently joined forces with peers from Silver Creek for a hands-on Maple Sugaring Experience. Students mastered the art of turning syrup into maple sugar, blending scientific observation with traditional ecological knowledge.
This immersive trip allowed students to practice language in a natural setting while learning the importance of being good stewards of the land. Nya:weh to the Gakwi:yo:h staff for the hospitality!
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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
