State Advisory Council on American Indian Education
North Carolina General Statute 115C-210 established an advisory council to the State Board of Education (SBE) to be known as the "State Advisory Council on Indian Education" in 1987. Subsequently, the SBE developed a policy to implement the establishment of the Council as an advisory body to the SBE on matters on Indian education
About SACIE
Functions of the Council
Prepare an annual report that includes an action plan and make an annual presentation to the SBE. Also, advise the SBE on ways to meet the educational needs of American Indian students more effectively based on the SBE’s strategies, policies, and information.
Present and share the annual report with the Indian Tribes and Indian organizations referenced in Article 71A of the General Statutes and organizations holding membership on the North Carolina State Commission of Indian Affairs at the statewide Indian Unity Conference. As well as with the North Carolina State Commission of Indian Affairs.
Work closely with DPI, Tribal Leaders, and Title VI Coordinators to improve coordination and communication between and among programs.
Improve consultations among the SBE, DPI, and American Indian tribal communities, students, parents, and educators.
Advise the SBE on any other aspect of American Indian education when requested by the SBE to do so.
The mission of the State Advisory Council on Indian Education is to create a system that engages state policy leaders, public school personnel, parents, tribal leaders and communities in providing educational experiences and cultural opportunities that promote high expectations and accountability for the academic achievement of American Indian students, thus preparing students for success in a globally competitive environment.
Every American Indian student in North Carolina will graduate from academically rigorous and culturally relevant high schools as well-prepared lifelong learners globally competitive for work and postsecondary education.
The State Advisory Council on Indian Education was established to identify issues and concerns that affect academic achievement of American Indian students. Council members have spent a great deal of time studying the yearly data collected on academic achievement and dropout rates. This keeps them abreast of education policy issues at the local, state, and national levels, and working closely with tribal leadership in American Indian communities. As an outcome, the Council has devised a report that strives to address relevant concerns pertaining to the education of American Indian students. In addition, they provide appropriate recommendations to the State Board of Education. Each year, the Council focuses its efforts on dropout data and academic achievement.
| Date | Meeting/Location | Materials |
|---|---|---|
| February 7, 2025 | Spring Q3 SACIE Meeting NC Department of Public Instruction, State Board Room (7th Floor) | |
| November 15, 2025 | Fall SACIE Meeting NC Department of Public Instruction, State Board Room (7th Floor) | |
| September 27, 2024 | Fall SACIE Meeting NC Department of Public Instruction, State Board Room (7th Floor) | |
| May 17, 2024 | Summer SACIE Meeting NC Department of Public Instruction, State Board Room (7th Floor) | Agenda |
| March 15, 2024 | Spring SACIE Meeting NC Department of Public Instruction, State Board Room (7th Floor) | Agenda Minutes |
| November 17, 2023 | Winter SACIE Meeting NC Department of Public Instruction, State Board Room (7th Floor) | Agenda Minutes |
| September 22, 2023 | Fall SACIE Meeting NC Department of Public Instruction, State Board Room (7th Floor) | Agenda Minutes |
| May 12, 2023 | Summer SACIE Meeting NC Department of Public Instruction, State Board Room (7th Floor) | Agenda |
| March 3, 2023 | Spring SACIE Meeting NC Department of Public Instruction, State Board Room (7th Floor) | Agenda Minutes |
| December 2, 2022 | Winter SACIE Meeting NC Department of Public Instruction, State Board Room (7th Floor) | Agenda Minutes |
| September 16, 2022 | Fall SACIE Meeting NC Department of Public Instruction, State Board Room (7th Floor) | Agenda Minutes |
Terms of office
- Legislative members, the higher education members, and the member from the North Carolina Commission on Indian Affairs shall serve for an unspecified term at the pleasure of their respective appointing authorities.
- The terms for public school educators and the Indian parents appointed shall be for a period of two years and no member shall serve for more than two consecutive terms.
Current Members of the State Advisory Council on Indian Education
Other Policies
- The Council elects a chairperson from its membership.
- The Council meets at least three, but no more than four, times a year. Emergency meetings may be called by the chairperson.
- Membership representing the eight education regions is not addressed in statute or policy.
The SACIE membership application includes five parts: personal information, a biographical sketch, resume, tribal/organizational endorsement, and (if applicable) educator endorsement.
Applications are due December 1 of each year for appointment in July of the following year. Applications should be completed and mailed to:
North Carolina Commission of Indian Affairs 1317 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1317