Youth Education & Activities (YEA) consists of three components—academic, cultural and leadership—along with other services such as transportation. Priority is given to enrolled members of the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe attending classes full-time in grades Head Start through 12th grade. Some activities require that we open eligibility to the entire community. Most activities are free, especially to low-income families.

Academic:

In-school tutoring; homework lab; computer lab; college information night; assistance with SAT/ACT prep classes, campus visits and career days; family math and science; peer tutoring; assistance for school trips and career camps; school supplies for low income families; senior recognition banquets and gifts; and multi-media classes and projects (working with video/digital cameras and developing public service announcements).

Cultural:

Regalia classes; dance demonstration/instruction; trips to pow wows, spiritual gatherings, drum socials and sweat lodges; story telling; craft classes including basket making, beading, glove/moccasin construction; classroom presentations; access to Ojibwe language classes; teachings in language, traditional plants and medicines, four colors, four directions, seven grandfathers; Circle of Life summer program; opportunities to attend Culture Camp activities such as hand drum tying, winter survival, sugar bush, cradle board; elder teachings; community cultural presentations; and on-site cultural libraries and resources.

Leadership:

Tribal Youth Council; community service projects; Teen Court; and opportunities to plan and participate in conferences such as the TYC Youth Leadership Conference and UNITY.

Other:

Transportation for non-program activities that benefit tribal youth.

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.

Culture Club 2025

YEA 2025 Permission Slip 

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.

Little Learners Flyer 2025

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.

Marquette YEA Flyer