Oneida Nation

The Oneida nation's Community Library and its branch, the Green Earth Branch Library, will enhance library services with afterschool, summer, and adult educational programming developed through collaborative work with day care centers, the Elderly Services Department, the Language House, Cultural Heritage Departments such as the History Department and the Museum, the tribal Summer Youth Work Experience Program, the Health Center, and others. The project features educational opportunities focused on STEAMM (Science, Technology, Engineering/Maker, Art, Math, and Music,) writing and authorship incubation opportunities, and early literacy as well as assessments that are modified in accordance with changing and developing community needs. The project aims to redirect the community from pursuits less beneficial or even harmful pursuits to activities that build understanding, interest, and personal confidence for the betterment of the entire community and Nation.