Educator Event With Author Dr. Brenda J. Child
Hoċokata Ṫi is honored to host acclaimed Ojibwe historian, author, and educator Dr. Brenda J. Child on Friday, October 16, 2026, for a special presentation of her new book, In Our Own Words: True Stories of Indian Boarding Schools. Published in September, the book brings together firsthand accounts, letters, and historical records that illuminate the experiences of Native children and families affected by the federal Indian boarding school system.
This educator-focused event will provide participants with an opportunity to hear directly from one of the nation’s leading Indigenous historians about the history of boarding schools, the resilience of Native communities, and approaches for teaching this history with accuracy, empathy, and cultural understanding. Dr. Child’s work centers Native voices and family experiences, helping readers understand both the harms of assimilation policies and the strength and perseverance of Indigenous peoples.
This event is recommended for educators, school leaders, and community education partners who work with middle and high school students.
There are two sessions to choose from, 11am and 1:30pm. The presentation costs just $20 and everyone in attendance will receive a free copy of the book and a certificate for two continuing education credits. Advance registration is required.
Contact hocokatati@shakopeedakota.org or 952.233.9151 with questions.
