Celebrated Indigenous Peoples’ Day

Jemez Day School celebrated Indigenous Peoples’ Day with a vibrant showcase of culture, community, and pride. Staff and students arrived in their traditional attire, filling the campus with color, identity, and cultural strength.

Lunchtime featured Indigenous music and a delicious meal of posole with locally sourced red and green chile, bringing together tradition, food, and celebration. The day also gave students a chance to reflect on the deeper meaning behind Indigenous Peoples’ Day: honoring sovereignty, acknowledging cultural survival, recognizing historical truth, and celebrating the ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples in every field and community.

The celebration at Jemez Day School highlighted the resilience, identity, and unity of the JDS Eagles — an uplifting reminder of the strength and beauty of Indigenous cultures.