Busting Eggs War with Demus McDonald

Why were the Native American people starving in Minnesota in the late 1800’s? Who said, “Let them eat grass,” in reference to the starving Native people of this time? Why did the Native men steal eggs out of a farmer’s chicken coop and throw them at the farmer’s house? How did the “Busting Eggs War”…

4 Original Values with Demus McDonald

What are ways that we show respect in our lives? What are ways we show generosity in our lives? What are ways we show bravery in our lives? What are way we show wisdom in our lives? Why are these four values the most important in traditional Dakota culture? What are examples of values that…

Boarding School Experiences with Demus McDonald

Where is St. Michael’s Boarding School?  What years has it been open? Why were people punished for speaking indigenous languages in the boarding schools in the past? Why were students not allowed to pray in their traditional language? What was the goal of the boarding schools in the past? Have I ever attended a school…