Onondaga Nation - If you enter Gohahagehdeh's 5th grade classroom at the Onondaga Nation School (ONS), often you will see students and her classroom library enjoying a good book. That is not by accident. “I grew up with books and always have loved to read,” said Gohahagehdeh (JoAnne Powless). “I try to give my students that love too.” That love of books led Gohahagehdeh … [Read more...] about Gohahagehdeh, JoAnne Powless, Book Give Away
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LaFayette Central School District is seeking a highly qualified, experienced leader for the position of ONS Principal
LaFayette Central School District is seeking a highly qualified, experienced leader for the position of Principal (PreK-8) of the Onondaga Nation School. The search process will be conducted over the next few months, with an anticipated announcement by the end of April and starting date of July 1, 2024. Onondaga Nation Leaders will be involved in the development of the … [Read more...] about LaFayette Central School District is seeking a highly qualified, experienced leader for the position of ONS Principal
From the Earth Craft Fair: Saturday, December 16, 2023
The return of the Onondaga Nation School's From the Earth Craft Fair will be held on Saturday, December 16 2023. Please come an support our great artists and have some great food. Hosted by: The Onondaga Nation School PTS Where: Onondaga Nation School - 3285 Route 11A When: Saturday, December 16, 2023 10AM - 5PM ONE DAY ONLY Events: 11am … [Read more...] about From the Earth Craft Fair: Saturday, December 16, 2023
Traditions Children
Syracuse Time Warner by Abby Lazor In 1996, Onondaga Nation children from the Onondaga Nation School discuss the importance of culture, language, and their future. Click the image below to watch Traditions Children (29 min). … [Read more...] about Traditions Children
Oneida Chef Arlie Doxtator Visits the Onondaga Nation School
Onondaga Nation- The Onondaga Nation School (ONS) welcomed back Chef Arlie Doxtator to the school for three days of traditional cooking with the students with his “Three Chefs - Three Fires” program. “Last year we worked really hard to have Arlie come to our school last year,” said ONS Principal Simone Gonyea. “It was such a success, everyone wanted him to return this … [Read more...] about Oneida Chef Arlie Doxtator Visits the Onondaga Nation School
You have to treat this clay like it is your mother… because it is: Traditional potter Peter Jones visits the Onondaga Nation School
Onondaga Nation - On October 11th and 12th, 2022, the Onondaga Nation School (ONS) was visited by renowned potter Peter Jones, Onondaga Beaver Clan. Peter Jones was able to provide a history of Onondaga and Haudenosaunee pottery while the students created their own traditional pots. Peter Jones explained to the class how important pottery is to us. “If you look at where … [Read more...] about You have to treat this clay like it is your mother… because it is: Traditional potter Peter Jones visits the Onondaga Nation School
New York State Education Department Commissioner Rosa visits the Onondaga Nation School
On Wednesday, September 28, 2022, the Onondaga Nation School (ONS) welcomed a visit by the New York State Commissioner of education, Dr. Betty Rosa. Dr. Rosa has been the Commissioner of Education since 2021 and is working closely with all of the indigenous schools under her oversight. “It was a pleasure to host Commissioner Rosa,” said ONS Simone Gonyea. “The … [Read more...] about New York State Education Department Commissioner Rosa visits the Onondaga Nation School