Educational Incentives Program

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Jane Wright

Coordinator

Address

3009 E. Portland Avenue

Tacoma, WA 98404

Contact Numbers

(253) 573-7842

(253) 573-7929 Fax

Hours of Operation

Monday – Friday

8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Mission Statement

The goal of the Education Incentive Program (EIP) is to encourage Tribal Member children, youth and adults to work diligently in bringing up and maintaining good grades, to attend school regularly and to improve their academic performance, thereby increasing their knowledge, skills and ability to progress in post-secondary educational institutions.

Eligibility for Grades and Attendance

Applicant must be:

  • An enrolled Puyallup Tribal member;
  • Attending a certified school; and
  • Attending Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle or High School to qualify.

Grades and Attendance Services

Students attending Kindergarten-12th grade will be awarded the following:

  • Monetary Awards for good grades: All A’s $50; A’s, B’s, C’s and D’s – $35,
    Mixed A’s, B’s, C’s, D’s, and F’s – $10;
  • Monetary Awards for attendance: Perfect attendance – $50, missed up to 4 days – $35.

Graduation Incentives (High School Graduate):

  • Pre-Graduate receives $600. For graduation expenses, i.e., cap and gown, announcements;
  • Graduate receives $500. Must bring copy of diploma.
  • Graduate must apply for graduation recognition benefits within one year of graduation.

Other Educational Assistance

Student Requirements:

  • Must be an enrolled member of the Puyallup Tribe;
  • Must be attending a certified school, home schooling or college;
  • Student must be having difficulties in: either math, reading, writing, study skills, state test preparation or SAT/ACT test preparation to qualify.

Services Provided

  • General Equivalency Diploma testing fees ($75);
  • Pass GED test – $300;
  • Tutoring services such as Sylvan Learning Center – can receive funding for testing and tuition.

Applications, Policies and Procedures

Applications and complete Puyallup Tribe of Indians Education Incentive Policies and Procedures Manual can be obtained at the above address.