The state of Montana is hosting the first-ever Indian Education Summit in Helena.
The summit starts today and runs through Saturday. Participants will discuss ways to reduce disparities in education for Indian children.
Native children make up 11 percent of the state's public school population. There are 12 tribes on seven reservations in the state.
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(AP 10/15)
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Indian education summit underway in Montana
Friday, October 15, 2004
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