My relatives, welcome to Little Wound Middle School! My name is Celestine Stadnick na Lakol micaje kin Cante T'inza Win. As an alumnus of Little Wound High School and a proud Oglala Lakota Winyan, it is a profound honor to return home and serve as your principal. My deep love for our Oyate and our traditions drives my commitment to fostering a learning environment that is based on the Lakota way of life.
After graduating from Little Wound High School in 2010, my educational journey led me to Europe, where I earned my bachelor’s degree in education, and later to the University of New Brunswick in Canada for my master’s degree in educational administration and leadership. These experiences, combined with my ten years of teaching in various Waldorf schools and five years of training teachers, have equipped me with strong educational beliefs that I now use for the benefit of our Wakanyeja.
This year at Little Wound Middle School, we are dedicated to creating a holistic, child-centered, project-based, and Lakota culture based environment. Our practices, pedagogies, and procedures are designed to nurture the whole child, respecting and celebrating our heritage while promoting academic excellence. We are developing creative teaching methods, data-informed instruction, and a strong sense of community to ensure that every student feels valued and supported.
I am deeply committed to the success and well-being of our students, staff, and community. Together, we will make this school year fulfilling, fun, and successful for everyone.
Wopila tanka (Thank you),
Celestine Stadnick