Welcome to the Education Department
The Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) has identified the importance of promoting education as a life-long process which requires the broad participation of all age groups of the tribal membership. The purpose of the Education Department is to serve tribal membership's life-long educational needs.
You will find links for the Adult Vocational Program, after school Program, Summer Turtle, Tutoring, Youth Group and Work learn down below. As well as many other resources.
Scholarship Section
WTGHA HIGHER EDUCATION GRANT INFORMATION:
The Higher Education Grant Scholarship award was founded with the goal of providing Tribal Members with an equal opportunity to pursue a college education. It is offered to offset the costs of education that has not been covered by financial aid. This scholarship is available to both undergrad and graduate students and will award up to $4,500.00 of financial aid. The annual deadline for the Higher Education Scholarship is July 15th. All Aquinnah Wampanoag Members enrolled in an accredited higher education program are eligible to apply.
WTGHA Higher Education Application
Deadline July 15th 2025
WTGHA Higher Education Policies
NATIVE AMERICAN TUITION CREDIT FORM
ma residents only- Deadline July15th for Fall semester
Ma based need Tuition waiver program
Follow link, for MA residents only
Native Forward Scholars Fund
Scholarships for Native Students- Find the scholarships that will support you and your education. Scholarship search database.
American Indian College Fund- Full Circle & Tribal College Scholarships
Opens February 1st- May 31st
The American Indian College Fund provides scholarships to American Indian and Alaska Native college students seeking undergraduate and graduate degrees at tribal colleges, nonprofit, and accredited schools. Scholarship search database.
American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) Scholarship
Applications open now through April 30th
The American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) helps students move forward in their educational journeys by providing a wide range of programs and scholarship opportunities. AISES scholarships help students acquire skills and training that will help them meet the unique STEM needs of our communities. We highly encourage you to apply for all the scholarships you are eligible for! To apply, you must be an AISES member.
USET Scholarship Fund
deadline March 1st 2025
Indian Health Services
Scholarships open December 15th
Your Health Career Starts Here. The Indian Health Service (IHS) offers three scholarships for American Indian and Alaska Native students in order to educate and train health professionals to staff Indian health programs. We strive to develop our next generation of leaders, as well as help make the pursuit of a meaningful career in Indian health attainable for American Indian and Alaska Native students.
udall undergraduate Scholarship
scholarships for leadership, public service and commitment to issues related to Native american nations and the environment-
Cobell Scholarship
Cobell Scholarships offers are merit-based following a lengthy application and referral process. Cobell Scholarship awards are disbursed according to US Federal Student Aid standards and the policies of the individual colleges and universities. The Cobell Scholarship is annual, non-renewable, and available to any post-secondary (after high school) student who is: an enrolled member of a US Federally-recognized Tribe, enrolled in or plans to enroll in full-time study and is degree-seeking while attending any nationally, regionally and industry accredited non-profit, public and private, institution.
DAR Schoarship for American Indians
This scholarship is awarded once a year to a Native American college and technical student of any age, any tribe and in any state who has financial need and a minimum GPA of 3.25 based on a 4.0 scale or the equivalent GPA on the scaled used by the applicable educational institution.
Scholarships for BIPOC students attending Trade schools
Deadline dates vary depending on what you select
This resource raises awareness about racial disparities in postsecondary graduation rates and poverty and discusses some of the benefits of vocational training and Trade schools. You will find scholarships specifically for BIPOC students
College Scholarships for LGBTQ+ Students
For more community resources on LGBTQ+ please visit
http://couponfollow.com/research/resources-guide-for-lgbtq-students
Internship and Fellowship Opportunities
Click the link below!
Job Opportunities
SELF CARE RESOURCES
VISION CARE
A very informative resource with content about eye care and eye health from qualified professionals.
Announcements!
Native American Opportunity Plan
This plan ensures that instate systemwide tuition and student services fees are fully covered for California students who are enrolled in federally recognized Native American Tribes. Must be a California resident.
Youth Group Information!
AQUINNAH WAMPANOAG TRIBAL YOUTH COUNCIL
The Education Department is reestablishing our Youth Group. The Aquinnah Wampanoag Tribal Youth Group is for Tribal Youth ages 14-24 years. The Youth Group will be a group of young Wampanoags who meet on a regular basis to share ideas, address common concerns, contribute to the community, and have fun together. Youth Group members will decide the focus, but activities may include:
· Learning about Wampanoag culture, customs, and language
· Meeting other young tribal members
· Learning a skill or using your skills to help the community
· Receiving support with college plans
· Traveling throughout Indian Country and meeting you
The following are links to guides to help Native American students find the support and scholarships they need as they head back to school:
Snappywords.com- Tickets to success, a college guide for indigenous students
Byte - How to become a dentist: Step by step Guide
Education Loan Finance (ELFI) - This organization has designed and created a guide on how to find scholarships as well as a guide for student loan and how to pay them off efficiently.
How to find scholarships Student Loan Guide
www.study.com
Study.com has recently developed scholarships to help make higher education more accessible.
Please visit http://homework.study.com/resources/student-scholarship-awards.html#0431
Strengthening Financial Avenues in Native American Communities - Please visit - https://www.moneygeek.com/financial-planning/financial-resources-native-american-communities/
Did you know in a National Financial Capability Study 63% of Native Americans reported not being able to meet their financial obligations? Much of this can be attributed to systemic inequalities in our financial systems, and overall lack of access to financial literacy. To address this, we published a guide that identifies financial disparities and contributes expert-driven solutions to provide education and support to the incredibly diverse Native American population.
http://www.educationconnection.com/financial-aid/scholarships-for-native-americans/ The information found on educationconnection includes; continually updated scholarships and grants students can apply for, it supports organizations for Native American Students and it lists Tribal Colleges with their associated scholarships.
http://www.edumed.org/financial-aid/native-american-students-scholarships-resources/
https://www.accreditedschoolsonline.org/resources/native-american-scholarships-resources/
Unigo.com This website offers a variety of daily and monthly fun scholarship opportunities.
AIGCS.org/STUDENTS This resource is The American Indian Graduate Center, The Center for Native Scholarships. This gives you support for preparing for college, how to afford college, college life and what happens beyond college.
http:jlvcollegecounseling.com/scholarships/minority/native-American This has scholarship opportunities just for Native American Students. These applications must be completed online through the link.
Pharmaceutical Field
This is a guide reviewed by experts in the field and covers the job description, job growth statistics, academic paths and many resources dedicated to helping prospective students.
Click here for the link to the guide.
Medical and Allied Health Fields Information
http://www.edumed.org EduMed connects students with the best and most affordable higher education programs in the medical and allied health fields. They truly have a passion for education.
http://www.ultimatemedical.edu/healthcare-career-guide Great information about in demand career opportunities, this provides a more in depth information about lesser known med/health paths.
Nursing Programs
Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) Resources
Follow the links below for scholarships and resources and affordable MSN programs!
https://www.edumed.org/financial-aid/scholarships/masters-in-nursing-msn/
https://www.edumed.org/online-schools/nursing-rn-programs/masters-msn/most-affordable/
http://www.premiernursingacademy.org/resources/bipoc-marginalized-student-scholarships Scholarship for Healthcare and Nursing students. This resources has been compiled of over 50 active or renewing scholarship opportunities for historically underrepresented students.
www.study.com This website has several incredibly beneficial for current or prospective students looking to earn their nursing degree.
http://study.com/resources/nursing-school-scholarship-guide#study-scholarship-0123 New $500 scholarship to celebrate Nurses everywhere. Application due July 1st.
Psychology Resources
www.MastersinPsychology.com This website is focused on helping those interested in pursuing a Graduate Degree in Psychology. It is also home to the Masters in Psychology Podcast, which has recently been voted as one of the top 15 psychology podcast to follow in 2021!
Recently featured was Native American Dr. Doug Mc Donald who caters to Native American Students interested in clinical Psychology.
Speech Pathology Education Guides and Resources
www.speechpathologydegrees.com This website contains comprehensive degree program data and information, licensing and certification info by state as well as scholarship opportunities. They publish unbiased professionally reviewed content that helps current and prospective students looking for guidance on training and educational opportunities in the speech pathology industry.
To access the digital form click picture
Programs
Educational Websites
Nantucket Historical Association- Located at the bottom of the webpage is a Activities for Kids section which will allow you to enhance at home learning by downloading free and easy to use activity kits added weekly and lesson plans for all ages.
Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary- Felix neck is a place for everyone, it has miles of trails to allow for exploration, discovery and quiet contemplation.
Epic- The leading digital library for kids offering unlimited access to 40,000 of the best children’s books of all time. Sign up for a free 30 day trial to instantly access high-quality online books for kids, ebooks, audio books, quizzes, videos, and more.
Crayola At Home- Create and learn fun things to do at home with kids.
Nat Geo Kids- Games, videos, animals and exploration.
San Diego Zoo Live Cams- Live animal cams from Pandas to Giraffes to Tigers and everything in between.
IMPORTANT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT FORMS
Opportunities and UPCOMING EVENTS
Explore The Outdoors with Mass Audubon
An opportunity brought to you by the collaborative efforts of Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary with the Education Department, Natural Resources Department and the Tribal Historic Preservation Office.
Higher Education Scholarship essay section!
The education department is proud to highlight and share these essays with the community!
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
The Education Department maintains a collection of scholarships and internship opportunities. These opportunities are available to both current students and those who would like to pursue an education. The department will assist you with any questions and or information you may need concerning your pursuit of an education.
The Education Department offers assistance with career counseling, writing recommendation letters as well as building resumes upon the request from Tribal Members.
The Education Department also offers support for families through parent advocacy for school conferences, special education meetings and the other needs as they arise.
Staff
Jade Maak
Education Program Specialist x 154
Marissa Lopenzo
Education Department Contractor x155
Work Cell - 508-560-1731