School Address: Hwy 666 Yahtahey NM 87375
School District: Gallup-Mckinley Cty Schools
County: Mckinley County
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Chee Dodge Elementary is a public school located in Yahtahey, New Mexico, along Highway 666. Named after Chee Dodge, the first and last official head chief of the Navajo Nation, the school serves students from kindergarten through fifth grade. It is part of the Gallup-McKinley County Schools district and caters to a diverse student body, predominantly from the Navajo community. The school focuses on providing a supportive educational environment that emphasizes academic growth and cultural understanding. Various programs aim to engage students in learning while respecting and integrating Native American heritage and languages. As with many schools in the region, it often faces challenges such as funding constraints and the need for resources, but it remains dedicated to improving educational outcomes for its students.