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The Education Division is dedicated to the concept that all students, from earliest childhood to adulthood, can learn and master basic educational skills. Students can succeed regardless of previous academic history, family background, socio-economic status, gender or ethnic identity. We believe that the primary purpose of our program is to instill all students with high expectations of academic success and competent thinking skills while fostering growth in social/emotional behaviors and positive attitudes.
Services provided by the Education Division include the following:
Sault Tribe Higher Education Winter 2026 Unmet Needs Grant Program open
The application period is now open for the Sault Tribe Higher Education Winter 2026 Unmet Needs Grant Program. The deadline to apply is Jan. 30, 2026, by 11:59 p.m. Visit https://www.saulttribe.com/membership-services/education or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more information and the application packet.
Fall 2025 Higher Education Self-Sufficiency Program
Application period is now open for Sault Tribe Higher Education Fall, 2025 Semester Self-Sufficiency Award Program. Deadline to apply is Jan. 16, 2026, by 11:59 p.m.
Fall 2025 Self-Sufficiency Application
Escanaba YEA Homework Help
Escanaba YEA Homework Help Tuesdays, November-May, after school at 1226 Wigob St. until 5 p.m. For grades K-12. Snacks provided. Bussing options available from multiple area schools. Please contact us at 906‑203‑5888 to discuss transportation options.
Munising YEA Culture Club
Grades 3 and 4
Mondays beginning Sept. 15, after school at 5 p.m.
To sign up, call Cindy at 906‑379‑7772.
Munising YEA Little Learners
Grades K-2
Wednesdays beginning Sept. 24, afterschool at 5 p.m.
Enjoy Cultural teachings and Outdoor Fun!
To sign up, call Cindy at 906‑379‑7772.
Marquette Sault Tribe YEA
Grades 3-8
YEA Office
Marquette Tribal Community Center, 204 Cherry Creek Rd.
Our program offers a safe and nurturing environment where children can engage in cultural activities and learn valuable skills. From storytelling to traditional crafts, we provide a variety of fun activities that celebrate our heritage and empower young minds.
To register, call Cindy at 906‑379‑7772.
Important announcement: Summer 2025 TED Scholarship application now closed
We are grateful for the incredible interest shown towards the Summer 2025 TED Scholarship program. Due to an overwhelming response and a higher number of applications than available funding, we have officially closed the open application period to apply for the scholarship.
We thank all applicants for their time, effort, and enthusiasm. Applications already submitted will be reviewed as planned and selected recipients will be notified according to the original timeline.
We appreciate your understanding and wish everyone the very best in their academic pursuits.
2025 YDF open
The 2025 Sault Tribe Youth Development Fund application period is now open. Eligible youth can receive up to $250 per calendar year for various activities that support the directions of the medicine wheel: academic/intellectual, emotional, physical, and cultural/spiritual.
Visit https://www.saulttribe.com/membership-services/education for application or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Sault Ste. Marie YEA After-School Program
The Sault Ste. Marie YEA is excited to announce expanded after-school program, Monday-Friday from 3:30-5:30 p.m., for students in grades K-5. Space is limited, so register now! Click the link below to download the application packet. Email back to one of the email addresses listed on flyer.
Youth Education & Activities Program
Sault Tribe Internship Program
- Internship Program for Sault Tribe member college students
Sault Tribe Youth Development Fund
- Youth living within the seven-county service area may request funding for a variety of purposes outside of tribal programs.
- Child Care Center (Infants through pre-school age)
- Early Head Start (Infants and toddlers)
- Head Start (Pre-school)
Youth Education & Activities (YEA) Program
- Homework Labs & In-Class Tutoring
- Cultural Enrichment Activities
- Tribal Youth Council
- Summer Activities (Circle of Life and Little Learners)
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Program
- On-The-Job Training
- Work Experience
- Summer Youth Employment Program
- Senior Employment Program
- Classroom Training
- GED Classes
- GED Test Assistance
- GED Referral Assistance
- Scholarships
- Higher-Education Grants
- Self-Sufficiency Incentive Awards
- JKL Bahweting School is operated as a public, charter academy rather than as a tribal program.