Native American Heritage Month 2024

Growing Cultural Connections: Dever Elementary's Pumpkin Celebration

In commemoration of Native American Heritage Month, Dever Elementary School will host a Farm to School event on November 21st, from 12:15 PM to 3:00 PM, with 85 third-grade students participating. The event will highlight pumpkins, a food historically popular among many Native American tribes. Students will: Decorate pumpkins (without carving). This event aims to connect students with local food production, promote healthy eating, and raise awareness about the agricultural practices of Native American cultures, linking it to environmental consciousness and the farm-to-table journey.