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Education

The mission of the education program is to foster the preservation of Samish culture and traditions and instill a desire for lifelong learning in all Samish tribal citizens.

The education program also hopes to strengthen Samish support in local communities through partnerships and teaching and learning opportunities.

Education Programs for Samish Tribal Citizens

News and Opportunities

Anacortes and Cap Sante High Schools Scholarship

This $1,000 scholarship is open to all students at Anacortes or Cap Sante High Schools and we have extended the deadline to June 5, 2024. Anacortes and Cap Sante HS Scholarship Application Samish Nation 2024

Course Completion Program Discontinued

Per Tribal Council Resolution 2024-02-001, the Course Completion Program has been discontinued as of January 2024. The budget has been redirected to Higher Education Support.

Our Tyee Higher Education Assistance Program and Tyee Supplemental Education Assistance Program (K-12 Tutoring and GED support) are both fully active

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Community Dinner (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Come to gather over a shared community dinner.

Dates: 21 – 21 Nov, 2024

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Drumming Group (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Learn Coast Salish singing and drumming in a group 7-week class series.

Dates: 21 – 21 Nov, 2024

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Drumming Group (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Learn Coast Salish singing and drumming in a group 7-week class series.

Dates: 05 – 05 Dec, 2024

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Christmas Party (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Join us at Fidalgo Bay Resort for the Annual Samish Christmas Party!

Dates: 07 – 07 Dec, 2024

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Book Club: Haboo (online)


Join us for a discussion of “Haboo: Native American Stories from Puget Sound” by Vi Hilbert.

Dates: 10 – 10 Dec, 2024

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Virtual Christmas Party (online)


Join us virtually for a multi-generational gathering with holiday bingo, giveaways, and more!

Dates: 13 – 13 Dec, 2024

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