The purpose of American Indian boarding schools was primarily to teach White culture and customs to American Indian children. These schools were part of an assimilation policy implemented by the United States government, with the goal of forcibly assimilating Native American children into mainstream American society. The curriculum of these schools focused on teaching English, Christianity, vocational skills, and eradicating Native American traditions, languages, and customs. The intent was to transform Indigenous children into individuals who would adopt the lifestyles, values, and behaviors of the dominant White society.
