In the early part of the twentieth century the history of education within the Osoyoos Indian Band was marked by the particular success of children who attended the Inkameep Day School under the tutelage of Anthony Walsh. Chief Baptiste had the day school built to educate the children in their community rather than attend residential schools in Cranbrook and Kamloops. Mr. Walsh is credited with initiating an innovative art program at Inkameep that encouraged students to draw on their experiences and knowledge as Okanagan children. Between 1932 and 1942, Inkameep students enjoyed widespread acclaim and won awards for their artistic and dramatic accomplishments.