OSHKI MANIDOO CENTER

OSHKI MANIDOO CENTER is a Title I public high school that is part of the Bemidji Public School District school district, located in BEMIDJI, MN with about 8 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th 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.

The **OSHKI MANIDOO CENTER**, located in Bemidji, Minnesota, is a specialized residential facility that functions as a licensed secure treatment program for youth. The name "Oshki Manidoo" translates to "New Spirit" in Ojibwe, reflecting the facility's commitment to holistic healing. The center primarily serves adolescents who are involved in the juvenile justice system or require intensive intervention, providing a structured environment that integrates educational services with behavioral and mental health support.

Beyond standard academic instruction, the center is noted for its culturally responsive approach. It incorporates Native American values, traditions, and healing practices into its daily programming to better support the specific needs of Indigenous youth and the broader community. By combining educational accountability with therapeutic counseling and cultural programming, the OSHKI MANIDOO CENTER aims to help students stabilize their lives, develop positive social skills, and successfully reintegrate into their home communities.

For more information, contact OSHKI MANIDOO CENTER at (218) 333-3478 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.