{"id":40116,"date":"2026-05-15T18:36:11","date_gmt":"2026-05-15T23:36:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/unitedresourceconnection.org\/cannon-ball-nd-58528\/three-local-students-among-st-josephs-indian-school-graduates-at-chamberlain-high-school\/"},"modified":"2026-05-15T18:38:21","modified_gmt":"2026-05-15T23:38:21","slug":"three-local-students-among-st-josephs-indian-school-graduates-at-chamberlain-high-school","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/unitedresourceconnection.org\/cannon-ball-nd-58528\/three-local-students-among-st-josephs-indian-school-graduates-at-chamberlain-high-school\/","title":{"rendered":"Three local students among St. Joseph\u2019s Indian School Graduates at Chamberlain High School"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Donald \u201cGabe\u201d Big Eagle is one of 10 senior graduates through a cooperative effort with Chamberlain High School and St. Joseph\u2019s Indian School. (Photo courtesy of St. Joseph\u2019s Indian School)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

(Chamberlain, S.D.) \u2013 Three students from the Oglala Sioux Tribe and Rosebud Sioux Tribe are among 10 seniors supported by St. Joseph\u2019s Indian School who graduated from Chamberlain High School on Saturday, May 16, in the school\u2019s competition gym.<\/p>\n

The graduates include Donald \u201cGabe\u201d Big Eagle III of Okemah, Earl DeNoyer of Mission and Latoya Stead of Rapid City. Each student is an enrolled member of their respective tribes and has been part of the St. Joseph\u2019s Indian School residential program, which partners with Chamberlain High School to provide educational opportunities for Native American youth.<\/p>\n

Graduation marks a significant milestone for these students, reflecting not only their hard work but also the unwavering support of their families.<\/p>\n

During their time at St. Joseph\u2019s, the students participated in activities such as basketball, football, Powwows, drum group, Native American Club and leadership opportunities while building lasting friendships and cultural connections.<\/p>\n

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Earl DeNoyer, one of 10 senior graduates, said his time at St. Joseph\u2019s helped him grow in confidence and discover more about himself. (Photo courtesy of St. Joseph\u2019s Indian School)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Big Eagle, who has attended St. Joseph\u2019s since sixth grade, participated in basketball, football, Powwows, drum group, explorers and Beta Club. He said some of his favorite memories include fishing trips with Sheehy Home and the relationships he built during his time at St. Joseph\u2019s.<\/p>\n

Following graduation, Big Eagle plans to take a gap year and save for college.<\/p>\n

DeNoyer, who joined St. Joseph\u2019s during his sophomore year, participated in basketball and said some of his favorite memories include meeting his houseparents and building friendships with staff and fellow students.<\/p>\n

\u201cTruly finding myself as a Native American individual and finding what I need to do to become a better person for myself and others is what I\u2019m most proud of,\u201d DeNoyer said.<\/p>\n

After graduation, he plans to attend Lake Area Technical College to pursue a medical degree and help others.<\/p>\n

Stead has attended St. Joseph\u2019s since sixth grade and participated in basketball, volleyball and Native American Club. She said she is most proud of learning more about her culture and becoming more independent throughout her time at St. Joseph\u2019s.<\/p>\n

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Latoya Stead, joined 9 other seniors supported by St. Joseph\u2019s Indian School who graduated from Chamberlain High School this year. (Photo courtesy of St. Joseph\u2019s Indian School)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

After graduation, Stead is considering trade school in Rapid City, Western Dakota Technical College or entering the workforce.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are incredibly proud of each of these students and the determination they\u2019ve shown to reach this milestone,\u201d said Robyn Knecht, executive director of child services at St. Joseph\u2019s Indian School. \u201cGraduation is a powerful accomplishment, and it represents not only their hard work, but also the strength of their families, cultures and communities that support them.\u201d<\/p>\n

The remaining graduates supported by St. Joseph\u2019s Indian School include Armand \u201cTre\u201d Comes Flying III of Pierre, Delante<\/p>\n

Charger of Lower Brule, Ava Appel of Wagner, Kimimila Fallis of Fort Thompson, Shayla Flute of Chamberlain, Kansas Honomichl Rouse of Marty and Jamison Rouse-Big Eagle of Wagner.<\/p>\n

St. Joseph\u2019s Indian School supports Native American students through a holistic approach that emphasizes academic success, cultural identity and personal development. Through its partnership with Chamberlain High School, students are able to pursue their education while benefiting from a supportive residential environment.<\/p>\n

As the Class of 2026 moves forward, these graduates carry with them the skills, resilience and sense of community developed during their time at St. Joseph\u2019s.<\/p>\n

The post Three local students among St. Joseph\u2019s Indian School Graduates at Chamberlain High School<\/a> first appeared on Native Sun News Today<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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