CRAZY HORSE SCHOOL

Crazy Horse School, located in Wanblee, South Dakota, serves the students of the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation. As a K-12 institution, it plays a vital role in the community by providing an educational environment that seeks to integrate rigorous academic standards with the preservation of Lakota culture, language, and heritage. The school is deeply committed to empowering its students, many of whom face the unique socio-economic challenges common to tribal lands, by fostering a sense of identity and resilience alongside traditional classroom instruction.

Operating under the Pine Ridge Reservation’s broader educational framework, the school functions as a focal point for the Wanblee community. Beyond its core curriculum, Crazy Horse School emphasizes community involvement and the development of lifelong skills, aiming to prepare its graduates for success in higher education or the workforce while remaining grounded in their cultural roots. The school is a reflection of the community's dedication to its youth, striving to create a supportive, culturally responsive atmosphere that honors the legacy of its namesake, the Oglala Lakota leader Crazy Horse.