Honoring Our Native American Veterans and Code Talkers 
As we recognize Veterans Day and celebrate Native American heritage, Rocky Boy Public Schools proudly honors the courage, sacrifice, and contributions of our Native American veterans, past and present.
Native Americans have a long and distinguished history of military service, serving in the United States Armed Forces at exceptionally high rates relative to their population. From World War I and World War II to today’s military, Indigenous men and women have answered the call to serve, demonstrating courage, resilience, and commitment to their people and country.
Among these remarkable veterans were the Native American Code Talkers, who used their Indigenous languages to transmit vital military communications during World Wars I and II. Their languages, once targeted for suppression through federal assimilation policies and boarding schools, became powerful tools that helped protect lives and support military operations.
Their service reminds us that our Indigenous languages are not only part of our identity and heritage, but also a source of strength, intelligence, and resilience.
Celebrating Learning and Collaboration at Rocky Boy High School
During Native American Week, our Print Shop Clerk, Ms. Carol Juneau, created an educational door display honoring Native American Code Talkers and their contributions to military history.
Her display inspired a meaningful collaboration with Mr. Evans’ and Mr. Cox’s English writing classes, where students explored military service, sacrifice, Indigenous history, and their personal connections to veterans.
Through writing, reflection, and artwork, students shared stories of family members who served, expressed gratitude for our veterans, and considered the difficult realities of war and military service.
This collaboration is a wonderful example of how Indigenous history, cultural identity, literacy, and student voice can come together to create meaningful learning experiences.
We extend our appreciation to Ms. Juneau, Mr. Evans, Mr. Cox, and our students for honoring these important stories and helping preserve the legacy of our Native American veterans.
To our veterans, especially our Chippewa Cree veterans and all Indigenous veterans: we honor your service, your sacrifices, and the generations of warriors who came before you.
May we continue to teach our children the importance of remembering our history, honoring our relatives, and preserving the languages and traditions that make us who we are.
Our languages are our strength. Our veterans are our relatives. Their stories deserve to be remembered.
Happy Veterans Day from Rocky Boy Public Schools!