Introduction to AIPAC
Every Title VI program must have a parent advisory committee. The American Indian Parent Advisory Committee (AIPAC) provides oversight and recommendation of programming to the Adams 12 Five Star Schools Title VI Native American Education Program. AIPAC meets the second Wednesday of every month during the school year from 6-8 p.m. for more information about meetings and location contact Christina Sigala at 720-972-5897.
AIPAC in addition to the roles provided under Title VI also puts on a few main events within the district in conjunction with the Title VI program. The Annual AIPAC Powwow and Graduation Dinner were both developed and run by AIPAC.
New AIPAC Officers will be voted on Sept 11, 2024 for our 2024-2025 school year as required by the AIPAC By-Laws.
AIPAC Officers for 2023-24 school year are:
Chair: Shawna Talk
Co-Chair: Rhonda Standing Bear Kozma
Treasurer: Alyssa Miller
Secretary: Nikki Denny
Student Representatives: Kaya Duran and Elizabeth Standing Bear
Native Education Youth Advocate: Christina Sigala
The various Title VI programs rely on the input of all parents and families of children enrolled in Adams 12 Five Star Schools and utilize the unique knowledge of the children's families about their own traditions and culture to instruct the students. The parent committee is an invaluable resource of information for cultural instructors by either direct knowledge or leads toward other Native American members of the greater Denver metro regions.
American Indian Parent Advisory Committee Meetings for 2024-2025
Location: Educational Support Center (1500 E. 128th Ave. Thornton, CO 80241)
Time: 6:00-8:00 PM
- Wednesday, Aug 14, 2024
- Wednesday, Sept 11, 2024
- Wednesday, Oct 09, 2024
- Wednesday, November 13, 2024
- Wednesday, December 11, 2024
- Wednesday, January 08, 2025
- Wednesday, February 12, 2025
- Wednesday, March 12, 2025
- Wednesday, April 09, 2025
- Wednesday, May 14, 2025
*Dates, times, and locations subject to change