Cherokee language
During the time when indigenous tribes were being assimilated into white culture, the use of the Cherokee language dropped dramatically. Use of any indigenous language in the government run Indian boarding schools resulted in some kind of physical punishment. In the late 20th century, there was a revitalization of the Cherokee language with programs, run by three sovereign Cherokee tribes, and online courses. The official Cherokee Nation website offers adult immersion, community, and online classes for the Cherokee language.