Skip to Content

Webinar #1 | Beginning with Understanding: Tribal Sovereignty, Arizona Law, and Graduation Planning

September 23, 2026

Tribal Regalia Graduation Toolkit Webinar Series | A Year of Preparation, A Day of Celebration: Planning for Tribal Regalia at Graduation

Join OIE as we launch a four-part webinar series focused on supporting districts, schools, and families in understanding tribal regalia protections, fostering positive communication, and ensuring Native American students can celebrate their achievements in accordance with the law.

Participants will learn about:

  • Arizona tribal regalia laws
  • School and family responsibilities
  • Graduation planning best practices
  • Communication strategies that prevent misunderstandings
  • Available resources within the Tribal Regalia Graduation Toolkit Library

Four-Part Webinar Series Includes đź’»

Webinar 1: Wednesday, September 23 @ 3:30 PM – 5 PM

âś… Start the School Year Prepared | Beginning with Understanding: Tribal Sovereignty, Arizona Law, and Graduation Planning

Audience: School and district leaders, principals, counselors, graduation coordinators, and Native American Education programs.

  • Learn about Arizona laws protecting the right of Native American students to wear tribal regalia and culturally significant items at graduation ceremonies.
  • Understand the roles and responsibilities of schools, districts, students, and families.
  • Review key resources from the Tribal Regalia Graduation Toolkit.
  • Explore strategies for proactive planning and positive communication throughout the school year.
  • Gain newly released digital resources that you can print and use immediately.

Webinar 2: January

✅ Building Awareness and Communication

Prepare students, families, and school staff with tools and guidance before graduation planning begins.

Webinar 3: March

✅ Graduation Planning in Action

Review procedures, timelines, communication strategies, and examples of successful implementation.

Webinar 4: May

✅ Looking Back and Moving Forward

Reflect, Celebrate, and Prepare for the Future

  • For questions regarding this resource, please contact Arizona Department of Education (ADE).
  • Contact Name: ADE
  • Phone No: (602) 542-3710
  • Email Address: questions@azed.gov