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Education

The mission of the education program is to foster the preservation of Samish culture and traditions and instill a desire for lifelong learning in all Samish tribal citizens.

The education program also hopes to strengthen Samish support in local communities through partnerships and teaching and learning opportunities.

Education Programs for Samish Tribal Citizens

News and Opportunities

Anacortes and Cap Sante High Schools Scholarship

This $1,000 scholarship is open to all students at Anacortes or Cap Sante High Schools and we have extended the deadline to June 5, 2024. Anacortes and Cap Sante HS Scholarship Application Samish Nation 2024

Course Completion Program Discontinued

Per Tribal Council Resolution 2024-02-001, the Course Completion Program has been discontinued as of January 2024. The budget has been redirected to Higher Education Support.

Our Tyee Higher Education Assistance Program and Tyee Supplemental Education Assistance Program (K-12 Tutoring and GED support) are both fully active

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Drumming Group (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Learn Coast Salish singing and drumming in a group 7-week class series.

Dates: 05 – 05 Dec, 2024

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Christmas Party (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Join us at Fidalgo Bay Resort for the Annual Samish Christmas Party!

Dates: 07 – 07 Dec, 2024

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Book Club: Haboo (online)


Join us for a discussion of “Haboo: Native American Stories from Puget Sound” by Vi Hilbert.

Dates: 10 – 10 Dec, 2024

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Virtual Christmas Party (online)


Join us virtually for a multi-generational gathering with holiday bingo, giveaways, and more!

Dates: 13 – 13 Dec, 2024

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Drop-in Class: Flat Beading (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Learn flat beading, making a beaded medallion or beaded barrette.

Dates: 16 – 16 Jan, 2025

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Drop-in Class: Flat Beading (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Learn flat beading, making a beaded medallion or beaded barrette.

Dates: 17 – 17 Jan, 2025

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Drop-in Class: Flat Beading (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Learn flat beading, making a beaded medallion or beaded barrette.

Dates: 18 – 18 Jan, 2025

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Treaty Day (online + Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Join Chairman Tom Wooten for a discussion of the history and significance of signing of the Treaty of Point Elliott.

Dates: 22 – 22 Jan, 2025

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Community Dinner (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Come to gather over a shared community dinner.

Dates: 23 – 23 Jan, 2025

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Drumming Group (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Learn Coast Salish singing and drumming, taught by Chairman Tom Wooten.

Dates: 23 – 23 Jan, 2025

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Culture Talk: Community + Family Teachings (online)

Anacortes, WA

Learn about cultural, community, and family teachings.

Dates: 28 – 28 Jan, 2025

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Drumming Group (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Learn Coast Salish singing and drumming, taught by Chairman Tom Wooten.

Dates: 06 – 06 Feb, 2025

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Drop-in Class: Peyote Stitch (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Learn peyote stitch beading.

Dates: 13 – 13 Feb, 2025

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Drop-in Class: Peyote Stitch (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Learn peyote stitch beading.

Dates: 14 – 14 Feb, 2025

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Drop-in Class: Peyote Stitch (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Learn peyote stitch beading.

Dates: 15 – 15 Feb, 2025

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Culture Talk: Traditional Teas (online + Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Learn about traditional teas, their preparation and benefits.

Dates: 18 – 18 Feb, 2025

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Community Dinner (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Come to gather over a shared community dinner.

Dates: 20 – 20 Feb, 2025

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Drumming Group (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Learn Coast Salish singing and drumming, taught by Chairman Tom Wooten.

Dates: 20 – 20 Feb, 2025

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Drumming Group (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Learn Coast Salish singing and drumming, taught by Chairman Tom Wooten.

Dates: 13 – 13 Mar, 2025

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Drop-in Class: Ribbon Skirts (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Drop-in and learn to sew a ribbon skirt.

Dates: 20 – 20 Mar, 2025

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Drop-in Class: Ribbon Skirts (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Drop-in and learn to sew a ribbon skirt.

Dates: 21 – 21 Mar, 2025

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Drop-in Class: Ribbon Skirts (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Drop-in and learn to sew a ribbon skirt.

Dates: 22 – 22 Mar, 2025

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Virtual Class: Quarter Bags (online)


Learn to weave a quarter bag, taught by Emily Blackinton Baker.

Dates: 25 – 25 Mar, 2025

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Community Dinner (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Come to gather over a shared community dinner.

Dates: 27 – 27 Mar, 2025

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Drumming Group (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Learn Coast Salish singing and drumming, taught by Chairman Tom Wooten.

Dates: 27 – 27 Mar, 2025

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Drumming Group (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Learn Coast Salish singing and drumming, taught by Chairman Tom Wooten.

Dates: 10 – 10 Apr, 2025

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Community Dinner (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Come to gather over a shared community dinner.

Dates: 24 – 24 Apr, 2025

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Drumming Group (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Learn Coast Salish singing and drumming, taught by Chairman Tom Wooten.

Dates: 24 – 24 Apr, 2025

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