Which of the following was not done at the Indian Board School?
Cheap manual labor
Forced to cut hair
Parents were alerted if their child died at school and were only allowed to come for the burlal
Abuse
Question 2
In what year was it the first time a US president recognized Indigenous Peoples’ Day?
2021
2010
2019
2015

The Indian Board School system was notorious for its harsh practices aimed at assimilating Indigenous children into Western culture. One of the most shocking aspects was the forced cutting of hair, which was seen as a way to strip away Indigenous identity. However, the system also aimed to instill a sense of discipline through long hours of cheap manual labor, further undermining the children’s cultural heritage.

In 2019, for the first time, a U.S. president officially recognized Indigenous Peoples’ Day. This landmark moment was significant as it aimed to replace Columbus Day and honor the diverse cultures, histories, and contributions of Indigenous peoples in the United States, making it a pivotal moment in the ongoing dialogue about racial justice and historical reckoning.