Students, families, and staff at Warm Springs K-8 Academy in Oregon celebrated the last day of school with a cultural event centered on tradition and community.

Annual Powwow

The school’s annual powwow brought students together to honor tribal traditions while celebrating the conclusion of another academic year. Families and community members gathered alongside staff to take part in the event, which has become a meaningful end-of-year tradition for the school.

The celebration featured dancing, drumming, and opportunities for students and families to connect as the school year came to a close. This year’s powwow also included a special recognition for Cheryl Walters, an educational assistant at the school who is retiring after 18 years of service.

School leaders said the annual event serves as a way to celebrate student achievements, strengthen community ties, and honor the cultural traditions that are an important part of life in Warm Springs.

Original reporting: KTVZ (Central Oregon) — read the source article.