San Xavier District
of the Tohono O'odham Nation
Education Programs throughout the year
Afterschool Program
What is offered?
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Homework help
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Physical Activities
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Arts & Crafts
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O'odham Language/Culture
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Snacks
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Field Trips
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Transportation (SXD Village limits or 4 miles beyond boundary)
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The program welcomes: Wa:k community students, traditional community students.
Kindergarten through 6th grade
Monday-Wednesday
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Class begins September 2024 through May 2025
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Click here for application​​​
Missed Bus
An application MUST be on file prior to your child being picked up!
Morning transportation: will be provided for those students who miss their school bus, including the Van Tran and City Bus, the limits are:
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3 times per month for K-5th
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2 times per month for middle and high school students.
Calls: Call-Ins should be made before 7:45am.
Transportation calls after 7:45 will not be accepted
Late days: There will no longer be missed bus transports for students attending schools with starting times at 9:00 a.m. or later.
Transportation will not be provided if the scheduled pick up time for student has not passed according to school bus and VanTran schedules.
Missed bus transportation WILL NOT be provided for students who are suspended from riding the bus.
Transportation for parents without a vehicle who need to attend parent meetings, parent teacher conferences, parent night, local conferences, school board meetings, town hall meetings, etc.—as it relates to their child/ren and education.
Transportation can be provided to those students who may need to register, follow-up on registration, testing, intake, and/or to do campus tours. Campus tours may be planned to involve more than one student.
Click. here for application or call 520-807-8620
GED Program
FREE online classes at San Xavier Education Center.
Interested participants must attend orientation and complete a Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE Assessment)
TABE assesses reading, math and language levels.
Information sessions
Presented by Tohono O'odham Education: One Stop Division and San Xavier Education
Books & Tuition Assistance
What is needed for a Book and Tuition assistance
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Completed application
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Tribal Enrollment/ OR a Family Tree if not San Xavier enrolled
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Verification of school enrollment
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Grades from previous semester, if applicable.
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Financial Needs Analysis (FNA) for Community Colleges & University students
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Billing statement
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Summary of educational goals
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FAFSA/Award letter
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General Welfare Law
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W-9
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The Education and Health Committee will review all applications on the 2nd Tuesday of the month (time and dates are subject to change).
2025 Scholarships & Grants
What is needed to apply for a scholarship
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Completed application
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Financial Needs Analysis (FNA) for Community Colleges & University students
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Student Agreement
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Tribal Enrollment/ OR a Family Tree if not San Xavier enrolled
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Official Transcript
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Diploma
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School Acceptance Letter
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Class Schedule
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Student Aid Report (SAR): Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
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Proof of Dependents (if applicable)
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Program of Study
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1,000 word essay - Educational Goals
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Must be an enrolled member of the San Xavier District
Scholarship will fund tuition, books, fees, living expenses, transportation, tutoring services
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$10,000 Scholarship - Must be attending a two-year community college and be classified as a full-time student (12 credit hours)
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$20,000 Scholarship - Must be attending a four-year university and be classified as a full-time student (12 credit hours)
Voices of our Youth
For ages 12-17
The Voices of our Youth program is focused on assisting the youth to succeed in school and in their lives. As well as guiding the youth through the process of developing a college and career achievement plan.
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Throughout the year, the program provides prevention service information on truancy, school dropout, anti-gang, cultural presentations, college campus visits, and more.
Click here for application or call 520-807-8620​
Cultural/Seasonal Classes
Culture classes:
Language
Arts & Crafts
Writing
Games
Basket Weaving
Storytelling (Winter only)
Singing circles
Traditional Cooking/Attire
Pottery
and more!!!
2025 Honorarium
Are you a 2025 Graduate? Please submit an application to the SXD Education Center if you have been:
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Promoted from 8th grade
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Graduated from High School
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received your GED
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Graduated from a Community College or University
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Received a certification certificate
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Application deadline: June 11, 2025
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Summer Programs
Infant & Toddler Program
The 2025 Infant/Toddler program is now open for applicants. The program will have two sessions. The first program session will take place from June 2, 2025, to June 12, 2025. The second session will take place on July 7, 2025 to July 18, 2025.
To register call: (520) 807-8620
2025 Early Risers Program
The 2025 Early Risers Program is a three-week program for entering Kindergarten children. The program is in session from Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. from June 2, 2024, to June 20, 2025. An application must be completed for each Early Risers participant and submitted to the San Xavier Education Department. Priority will be given to San Xavier District members according to San Xavier District Resolution #SXDC 08-08-13.
The deadline for submitting the application is 5 p.m. on May 16, 2025. A mandatory Parent/Guardian Orientation is scheduled for May 19, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at the San Xavier Education Center. Transportation to and from the Education Center will be the responsibility of the parent\guardian.
Summer Reading Program (Grades 1-6)
The 2025 Summer Reading Program is a three-week program for entering First (1st) to Entering Sixth (6th) grade children. The program is in session from Monday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. from June 2, 2025, to June 20, 2025. An application must be completed for each summer program participant and submitted to the San Xavier Education Department. Priority will be given to San Xavier District members according to San Xavier District Resolution #SXDC 08-08-13.
The deadline for submitting the application is 5 p.m. on May 16, 2025. A mandatory Parent/Guardian Orientation is scheduled for May 19, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at the San Xavier Education Center. Transportation to and from the Education Center will be the responsibility of the parent\guardian.
2025 Middle School Summer Program
The San Xavier Education Department is accepting (15) Entering 7th and 8th Graders for the 2025 Middle School Summer Program. An essay is required as part of the application. All applications will be reviewed and selection will be made by a panel. The students will be notified of acceptance to the program. Transportation to and from the San Xavier Education Center is the responsibility of the parent\guardian.
Priority will be given to San Xavier District enrolled members then to Traditional Community Member children according to San Xavier District Resolution #08-08-13
The deadline for submitting the application is 5 p.m. on June 20, 2025. A mandatory Parent/Guardian Orientation is scheduled for June 25, 2025. Stipend amount depends on behavior, attendance, academic performance, and participation.