LONEMAN DAY SCHOOL

Loneman Day School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Isna Wica Owayawa school district, located in Oglala, SD with about 248 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education.

Loneman Day School, located in Oglala, South Dakota, serves as a vital educational institution within the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation. Operated as a Bureau of Indian Education (BIE) grant school, it provides instruction for students ranging from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. The school is deeply committed to the cultural preservation of the Oglala Lakota people, integrating traditional values, language, and heritage into its core academic curriculum to foster a strong sense of identity among its students.

Beyond its academic offerings, Loneman Day School functions as a cornerstone of the Oglala community. The school places a high priority on creating a supportive and culturally responsive learning environment that addresses the unique social and educational needs of its student population. By emphasizing both rigorous standards and the holistic well-being of its youth, the school strives to empower its graduates to succeed in higher education while remaining connected to their tribal traditions and the local community.

For more information, contact Loneman Day School at (605) 867-6875 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.