(PCM+) Native American Heritage Club: More Than Just a Clique

by Marlys Cervantes/Staff Writer

“We must trust our own thinking. Trust where we’re going. And get the job done.”

~Wilma Mankiller

With a vision of greater success for students, Sara Buffalo Head-Bell reinstalled the Native American Heritage Club (NAHC) in the fall of 2022 after she was inspired by an Edutopia article that read, “Connectedness is directly correlated to higher academic outcomes.”

When looking at her vision for the club, she says, “I wanted this club to be a catalyst to more positive behaviors: less stress, lower absenteeism, to boost confidence and provide a safe space for all.” It would seem the club has been doing exactly that. They have a membership of over 50 now, which increases every month as students see their activities and services through the school and their online presence for their outside activities as well.