Mission statement: The Tribal Education Department is dedicated to supporting educational goals by providing services to develop continuous lifelong learning; while enhancing knowledge in the Ho-Chunk culture and language. Contact Information: Office: 402-878-2631 or 2634 - Fax: 402-878-2637 Education Department Staff: Education Director - Amy Lapointe - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Natalie Earth - Office Associate II - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Higher Education Program Staff: Patrice Bass - Higher Education Director - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Rana Merrick Education Specialist - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Rita Payer -Office Associate - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Winnebago Scholarship and Financial Assistance Program (WSFAP) - Download Application ***IMPORTANT UPDATE*** Students Please read - Spring 2020 - Academic Excellence Incentive Policy ***Summer Youth Employment Information*** - Added 05-11-20 Deadline Dates: Application and Certificate of Indian Blood (CIB) due on the following dates: Fall – April 15th Winter/Spring – October 15th Education Plan, Financial Needs Analysis Form (completed by the college), High School transcripts, College transcripts (if previously attended), Letter of Admission and Class schedule are due: Fall – July 15th Winter/Spring – November 15th The following items are all due on April 15th for the Summer Session: Application, CIB, Class schedule, Education Plan, Financial Needs Analysis Form (completed by the college), High School transcripts, College transcripts (if previously attended) and Letter of Admission.