Prior Lake-Savage Schools Indian Education Powwow

The Prior Lake-Savage Schools American Indian Education Program (District 719) hosts its Indian Education Powwow on Saturday, May 30 at Prior Lake High School. The powwow runs from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. in the Activity Center, with entry through the lower parking lot. It is free and open to the public.

A graduation recognition for kindergarten, 5th grade, 8th grade, and senior students takes place from 11:00 a.m. to noon. Food tickets will be provided to graduation families and staff.

This year features emcee Crow Bellcourt, arena director Chaske LaBlanc, host drum Wicahpi Hoksila, head female dancer Lucy Blaess, and head male dancer Zach Red Bear. There will be two special dances this year: a 2026 graduate dancer special (1st place $100, 2nd place $75, 3rd place $50) and an old style grass special (1st place $300, 2nd place $200, 3rd place $100), plus spot dances and a potato dance.

Food trucks on site include Trickster Tacos, Frybread Factory, and Tater Tot Temptations. Volunteers are needed, and vendors can contact the American Indian Education Program for information.