THE ALTO ALEGRE CONFLICT AND ITS REPERCUSSION ON INDIGENOUS EDUCATION IN BARRA DO CORDA/MA

Abstract

 This article analyzes how the legacy of the Alto Alegre Massacre, which occurred in 1901, influences relations between whites and indigenous people in Barra do Corda, Maranhão, with an emphasis on the educational field. The massacre is contextualized as a landmark of territorial and cultural conflicts, whose historical narratives still perpetuate stigmas and social inequalities. The objective was to understand how these memories impact indigenous education and intercultural dynamics in the region.The methodology adopted includes a bibliographic review and documentary analysis, using reference works on the massacre, anthropological studies and public policies on indigenous education. The results point to the predominance of a historical narrative constructed from Eurocentric views, the absence of teaching materials that contemplate the indigenous perspective and the precariousness in the implementation of educational policies aimed at the cultural and linguistic specificities of native peoples. In this context, the Alto Alegre Massacre continues to be a historical reference that reinforces social stigmas, but also presents an opportunity to redefine relationships through inclusive intercultural education. The valorization of indigenous narratives, the strengthening of public policies and the creation of adapted pedagogical materials are essential measures to face the identified challenges and promote a more egalitarian society.