CHEYENNE-EAGLE BUTTE SCHOOL

Cheyenne-Eagle Butte School is a Title I public school that is part of the Cheyenne-Eagle Butte School school district, located in Eagle Butte, SD with about 929 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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.

Cheyenne-Eagle Butte (C-EB) School, located in Eagle Butte, South Dakota, serves as a vital educational hub for the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe. Operating as a BIE (Bureau of Indian Education) grant school, it provides comprehensive K-12 instruction to a predominantly Native American student population. The school is deeply rooted in the culture and history of the Lakota people, integrating traditional values and language into its academic framework to foster a sense of identity and community pride among its students.

The school is known for its "Ohitika" spirit, a term that translates to "brave" or "courageous" in the Lakota language, which serves as the institution’s motto and mascot. Beyond standard academics, C-EB places a strong emphasis on holistic student development, offering various athletic programs, cultural activities, and support services designed to address the unique challenges faced by students living on the reservation. By bridging the gap between rigorous educational standards and indigenous heritage, Cheyenne-Eagle Butte School strives to empower its students to become leaders within their tribal community and beyond.

For more information, contact Cheyenne-Eagle Butte School at (605) 964-8777 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.