Graduation Ceremony
The Meskwaki Settlement High School Graduation Commencement ceremony was held on Saturday, May 16, 2026. Speakers included Superintendent Reed Sather, School Board President (Shoshonis Brown) Kettikamigea, and staff speaker (Delonda Pushetonequa) Madagatoga. Charlie Shuckahosee gave the Invocation. Principal (Lana Roberts) Meskogea presented the awards and scholarships. Jaycene Pushetonequa was the Class Valedictorian and Lane Bear was the Class Salutatorian.
SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS
Meskwaki Bingo Casino and Hotel Scholarship: Jaycene Pushetonequa
Governor’s Scholar Recognition Award: Jaycene Pushetonequa
Iowa Bar Association Award:
Delia Yepez
Meskwaki Tribal Court:
Delia Yepez
Class of 2026 Academic Award:
Jaycene Pushetonequa and
Lane Bear
Meskwaki Language Speaker: Kekinatosata Maheengunse Bear
Silver Cord Program
The Meskwaki Settlement School’s Silver Cord program honors students who go above and beyond in serving their community. By promoting service learning, the program strengthens the connection between school and community while inspiring students to contribute in meaningful ways. Congratulations to Delia Yepez for earning the Silver Cord Award by dedicating over 21 hours of volunteer service during her final semester of high school!