To promote a thriving community of learners grounded in Lakȟóta and Catholic beliefs, values, and practices that cultivate our capacity to love and serve in a diverse and rapidly changing world.
OUR SCHOOLS
Our Lady of Lourdes Elementary School – Wíŋyaŋ Wakȟáŋ Owáyawa
Located in Porcupine, South Dakota, Our Lady of Lourdes Elementary School has been part of the Red Cloud Indian School system since 1931, but our story begins 10 years before that.
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Red Cloud Elementary – Maȟpíya Lúta Hukhúčiyela Owáyawa
Located a few miles north of Pine Ridge, South Dakota, our Red Cloud Elementary is nestled in the Mackert Building on our main campus. From the moment our young students walk into our kindergarten classroom we get to walk hand-in-hand with them toward their success as they navigate the triumphs and challenges of these early years of school.
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Red Cloud Middle School – Maȟpíya Lúta Hukhúčiyela Owáyawa
At Red Cloud Middle School, we love working with students and their families to navigate the triumphs and challenges of middle school to prepare for the rigors of high school and college. Through an education of the mind and heart in our Lakȟóta and Catholic traditions we offer skills for life.
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Red Cloud High School – Maȟpíya Lúta Waŋkáwapȟaya Owáyawa
Located a few miles north of Pine Ridge, South Dakota, there is plenty to fill our students’ schedules- from Lakȟóta language courses to winning athletic teams and a plethora of after-school clubs and activities. Here, our students learn responsibility and respect, and gain a passion for learning and growing.
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Superintendent’s Newsletter
Catch the latest Maȟpíya Lúta Owáyawa news and happenings from Superintendent Moira Coomes!
ACTIVITIES & EVENTS
Celebrating Maȟpíya Lúta Owáyawa
Apr 25, 2024
High School Drama “Alice In Wonderland” Premieres April 26th and 27th
Mahpiya Luta High School students play “Alice in Wonderland” will open on the stage of the Little Gym on Friday April 26th at 6 pm and also April 27th at 4 pm.
Apr 23, 2024
Secretary of Education Visits Maȟpíya Lúta
Secretary of Education Visits to Explore Culture-Based Education
Apr 19, 2024
Maȟpíya Lúta Middle Schoolers Showcase Impressive Science Projects at 3rd Annual Science Fair
Maȟpíya Lúta Middle Schoolers Showcase Impressive Science Projects at 3rd Annual Science Fair
Apr 19, 2024
Maȟpíya Lúta Girls Illuminate State Basketball Tournament with Lakota Culture and Language
Maȟpíya Lúta Illuminate State Basketball Tournament with Lakota Culture and Language
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