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Celebrate Native American Educators: Renae Guenther

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The video "Celebrate Native American Educators: Renae Guenther" is a tribute to the impactful role of Native American educators. Renae Guenther, a member of the Cow Creek Band of the Umpqua Tribe of Indians, reflects on the importance of Indigenous educators in fostering survivance and identity. Central themes include resilience, overcoming historical adversities such as genocide and relocation, and the pride in cultural restoration. Guenther shares her journey from being a disengaged student facing disproportionate discipline to becoming an advocate who inspires Native youth to pursue higher education and meaningful careers. Emphasizing the significance of representation, she stresses how seeing diversity in educators encourages Native students. The video highlights the importance of storytelling and cultural discussions beyond designated heritage months, fostering an inclusive educational environment.

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Runtime: 2 minutes 51 seconds

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Celebrate Native American Educators
Episode 1
3 minutes 13 seconds
Grade Level: PT/TT
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Celebrate Native American Educators
Episode 1
2 minutes 44 seconds
Grade Level: PT/TT
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Celebrate Native American Educators
Episode 2
2 minutes 18 seconds
Grade Level: PT/TT
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Celebrate Native American Educators
Episode 3
2 minutes 51 seconds
Grade Level: PT/TT