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Yale University Studies Relationship Between Southampton Schools, Shinnecock Nation, and Discusses Road Forward

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Dr. Mark Beitel of Yale University presents findings of a study looking into the Southampton School District, its relationship with the Shinnecock Nation and the Southampton community at large.

Dr. Mark Beitel of Yale University presents findings of a study looking into the Southampton School District, its relationship with the Shinnecock Nation and the Southampton community at large.

The Southampton School Board holds a meeting on August 5.

The Southampton School Board holds a meeting on August 5.

Southampton School District Clerk Amy Pierson swears in the Board of Education's ex-officio student members Noah Kent and Mateya Silvera.

Southampton School District Clerk Amy Pierson swears in the Board of Education's ex-officio student members Noah Kent and Mateya Silvera.

Dr. Mark Beitel and Dr. Christopher Cutter of Yale University present initial findings of a study looking into the Southampton School District, its relationship with the Shinnecock Nation and the Southampton community at large.

Dr. Mark Beitel and Dr. Christopher Cutter of Yale University present initial findings of a study looking into the Southampton School District, its relationship with the Shinnecock Nation and the Southampton community at large.

authorMichelle Trauring on Aug 13, 2025
The first phase of a multiyear study and intervention facilitated by Yale University revealed common ground between the Southampton School District and the Shinnecock Nation — an agreement in the... more

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