The Legacy of Indian Boarding Schools

This chapter explores the assimilation policies that compelled Native American families to send their children to boarding schools, focusing on the cultural and physical changes imposed on these children. It also examines the role of the Catholic Church in this process, alongside the contrasts between education and labor experiences in these institutions. The discussion reflects on historical prejudices, misunderstandings, and the complex dynamics between Native students and predominantly white staff, revealing a painful legacy that persists in contemporary society.