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November 2014 * Volume 23 Issue 11 * S-ke:g S-he:pjig Masad – Comfortably cold
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Inside the Issue
Announcements
Pages 1-11
Council
Pages 12-13
San Xavier Mission
Page 14
Wa:k Spirit
Pages 15-20
HIGHLIGHTS
Thanksgiving Indian Market
Page 3
Royalty
Page 4
Winter Story Telling
Page 5
Veterans Day Celebration
Page 8
Voter Registration
reetings Wa:k Community;
On behalf of the 2013-2014 St. Francis Feast Committee we would like to take this
opportunity to say “THANK YOU!” It takes lots of time and effort for the Committee to
ensure that the feast days run as smoothly as possible. We would also like to thank
those family and friends who came to help prepare for the feast; as you may all know
there are only 24 members on the committee. The days leading up to the feast take a
toll on our personal lives, but we have made the commitment to sacrifice for Saint
Francis, the Committee, and the Wa:k Community. The feast days are put on for a
reason, and if you don’t know the reason you might want to ask an elder and talk to
them about it.
The Committee is especially encouraging those young parents, teenagers, and anyone who might not know what the feast and traditional days are all about. On October 4th, 2014; the reason for the early ending of the dance was due to gangs and/ or
those who just simply cannot handle their drinking. RESPECT is what the gangs and
others seek to gain, but in reality they do not follow that same
reasoning. Fighting over colors is not going to give you respect and bringing your
gang and violence to a feast or traditional event in Wa:k Community will not gain your
respect either.
There are many other events within the Community of Wa:k that the other
committees put on such as the Wa:k Indian Days, Saint Francis Xavier days,
Christmas, New Year’s, Holy Cross, Mary Feast, Pow-Wow, A’atha, Rain
Ceremony, Re-burial, and many other events that occur within the Wa:k
Community. Those who do not know what these events are about or why we have
them, we urge you to come out and volunteer as they prepare for these days.
Come see how much hard work and dedication is put in, and maybe you’ll see the
respect and gain respect to have an understanding that gangs and being
disrespectful is not what we Wa:k O’odham are about.
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Wa:k Youth Council
Page 11
Financial Assistance
Back page
The deadline for the December issue of the Wa:k Newsletter is
Friday, November 14, 2014.
Wa:k Newsletter
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Welcome & Congratulations to our new
2014-2015 Wa:k Ceksan Royalty
Iris Antone
Sereleia Preston
1st Attendant
Best Traditional Talent
Miss Wa:k Ceksan
Best Modern Talent
Jashawna Jose - 1st Attendant
Danielle Enos - 2nd Attendant
Savannah Vasquez
Jr. Miss Wa:k Ceksan
Best Modern & Traditional Talent
Celes Juan
Mia Gonzales-Francisco
1st Attendant
Lil Miss Wa:k
Best Talent Award
If you didn’t make it to the pageant, this was one of the best pageants I have seen and the
community should be very proud of our young ladies for their outstanding talents & knowledge of
their community. I am very proud of them, knowing they were determined to improve themselves
to represent their community.
Have a great year & enjoy and learn from each of your visits and make new friends.
Looking forward to working with you all.
Congratulations to our
Royalty
Iris Antone
Sereleia Preston
Miss Wa:k Ceksan
1st Attendant
Parade Award: 2nd Place – Royalty
Savannah Vasquez
Jr. Miss Wa:k Ceksan
Jashawna Jose
1st Attendant
Denise Enos
2nd Attendant
Parade Award: 1st Place - Royalty
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Photos of students of what they have accomplished so far in Basket Class:
Everyone has started their knots (the very beginning of their baskets). Joey (one of the instructors) was
very proud of them, as it is difficult to do. Some students were able to get it right off the bat, and for others
it took a little longer. Every time someone was able to complete their knot, they would be awarded with a
round of applause.
We have had some ladies come all the way from Gila River to learn how to weave. They explained that a
lot of their traditions and culture are disappearing in their area, so they have to make the extra effort to
learn.
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2014 Veteran’s Day Celebration
Honoring Our Veteran’s
Saturday, November 29, 2014
@ Mr. Patrick J. Franko Residence
7823 S Ortega Drive, Tucson, AZ
San Xavier District
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Run: 6:00am-Mission Road & Campus Drive
To Franko Residence
ALL RUNNERS WELCOME
Placing of Staffs by Spiritual Runners
Blessing of Grounds
Posting of Colors & Taps: Veterans
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Mass 8:00am
Rosary 10:00am Margaret Joaquin and Group
Traditional Singers and Dancers throughout the day
Feeding Noon-6:00pm
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Birthday Celebration for Patrick J. Franko
Waila Dance Cruz Band 9:00pm-1:00am
Contact Ignacio J. Franko Sr. “Nacho”
520 990-4158
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The following recollection is about service in the Marine Corps carried out on behalf of my country where people from all
walks of life coexisted. People such as the O’odham with their ways of living, I learned at an early age.
They worked hard at making a living often undergoing hardships for the sake of their families. They were people of faith
who showed what it means to have courage for whatever comes in life. Ways of a past generation of
O’odham which guided me well as I began my years of service.
Service that began at recruit training then made its way to stateside and overseas duty stations. One of the earlier
stations where ongoing learning began was San Francisco. It was the beginning of learning more and more about the
profession I had chosen. Not just by academic means, there were other ways such as interaction with experienced
noncommissioned officers who were sources of practical information.
In short, ongoing learning generated professional growth which over the years improved my service through acquired
knowledge. Eventually the day came when I was retired at Camp Pendleton, California.
Attending the retirement ceremony were John and Carmella Ignacio. John from the village of San Miguel, Carmella from
San Xavier. They , represented past and present relatives who along the way supported my service. After I was retired a
bouquet of flowers was presented to my wife Molly. She at the at moment, represented the military wives whose lasting
devotion inspired their husbands to carry on when the requirements of service demanded they by away.
In this regard, there were times when Molly faced yearlong family separation when I
was serving overseas. Difficult as it was, she took upon herself the
oppressive weight of family separation and then went on to take care of her
family with all that she possessed. She was always there, even overseas.
Molly was at my side when the 1st Marine Division band played “The Marines’ Hymn”
the final part of the ceremony. After the hymn ended, the band director gave an eloquent speech that graciously bid us farewell. And so, service in the Marine Corps
came to a close.
Alfred Numkena
SAN XAVIER DISTRICT ELECTIONS COMMITTEE
VOTER REGISTRATION
The SXD Election Committee continues to recruit new voters; this is a reminder that it is not too early to begin the process to
become a registered voter. Our committee meets twice a month to review and process new applications. We will also take part in
next year’s 2015 Primary and General Elections. Below is the application process according to the Tohono O’odham Nation Code
12-Elections:
1.
Youth turning 18 years old, or community members who have never registered to vote.
2.
Contact TON Elections Office at (520) 383-8709 to request a Voter Application Form, or if you will be in Sells you can
pick up the form at their office.
3.
Fill out the form completely and return it back to the TON Elections Office at P. O. Box 837, Sells, Arizona 85634.
4.
Elections Office will review it and send it to the San Xavier District Office, within 5 days of receipt, by Certified Mail.
5.
San Xavier District then has 60 days to send back a Resolution accepting or
denying the application.
Within the 60 days, the SXD Election Committee will review your application and Family Tree form, schedule you to come to a community meeting, and then to a council meeting for final resolution. As part of the District’s process, you will receive a Family Tree
form from the Council Secretary to fill out and return to the District Council Office at 2018 W. San Xavier Road as soon as possible.
Thank you for your participation!
SXD Elections Committee: Michelle Davis-Garcia-Chair, Linda Pablo-Liston-Vice Chair, Elliott Ortega-Secretary, Sally PabloMember, and Geri Antone-Member
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The Probate Staff are at
San Xavier District
on the 1st Wednesday of each month from
9:00 am to 3:00 pm.
If you have any questions regarding probate
matters, please stop in. You may also call
the office at 520/383-3339/2809 or
520/471-2461.
ATTENTION
IIM ACCOUNT BENEFICIARIES
OST STAFF WILL BE AT
THE SAN XAVIER DISTRICT OFFICE ON A
REGULAR BASIS ON THE FIRST TUESDAY
OF EACH MONTH
FROM 9 AM TO 3 PM
STARTING TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 04, 2014
TO ANSWER QUESTIONS ABOUT YOUR
IIM ACCOUNT OR
IN UPDATING OF YOUR IIM ACCOUNT
The Wa:k Youth Council is looking for new members to
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Elect New Officers
Elect New TONYC Representatives
Meet new people
Be a Voice for the youth in the Community
Learn Leadership Skills
Join us on Monday November 17th at 5:30 pm in the
SX Recreation’s Game Room. For ages: 13-18 years old
Eegee Refreshments will be provided!
ARE
YOU
READY????
Looking back through history, there was a time when legal
binding agreements were based on a hand shake or a
“man’s word”. There were no paper documents needed
because a “man’s word” was “good as gold”. Over the
years and centuries, things have evolved and there came
a time when legal binding agreements became tied to
paper documents and signatures. This is the world in
which we live today. In today’s world, all legal actions
such as automobile and home purchases, land
acquisitions, marriage and death certifications, living or
deceased wills and even power of attorney issues all
require legal documentation along with the proper
signatures.
Your signature therefore carries lots of weight and is very
important. Your signature will determine what happens to
your home, your land, your possessions and even your
personal care, right to the end.
Here at San Xavier Housing, we have noticed over the
years that there are many people who, for lack of time or
possibly lack of instruction, have not taken the time and
put forth the effort needed to put all these things in order.
There are those who have not updated their Tribal or
Allotted Land Assignment Beneficiary status. There are
others who have no Resolution on their Land Assignments
and others still who, on Allotted Land, have not obtained
their Land Lease Agreement from the Bureau of Indian
Affairs. As well, there are no doubt many who have not
taken the time to have a Will prepared along with Power of
Attorney designations.
We would like to encourage existing home owners to
verify your Land Assignment status along with other legal
issues and take some time to put all these items in order.
If you need help with your Land Assignment, please feel
free to stop by the Housing offices where Tina Rodriquez
will be happy to serve you and help you get this done.
You can contact Tina at 573-4044.
If you need other type of assistance, please contact the
District Offices at 573-4000. The District’s Receptionist
can help you identify the proper department, person or
service that would help you the most. District staff, here
at San Xavier, are privileged to serve the Community and
will gladly assist to the best of our ability.
Thank you,
Housing Staff
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San Xavier District Community
Meeting of October 11, 2014 at 9:00 A.M. –
Location Council Chambers
San Xavier District Council
Meeting of November 4, 2014 at 7:00
P.M. – Location Council Chambers
San Xavier District Council
Meeting of November 18, 2014 at 7:00
P.M. – Location Council Chambers
AGENDA
1. Welcome and Opening Remarks:
AGENDA - Tentative
AGENDA - Tentative
1. Welcome and Opening Remarks:
1. Welcome and Opening Remarks:
3. Call to the Audience:
2. Invocation:
2. Invocation:
4. Sgt. Aaron Brown, Tohono O’odham
Police Department – Present the
quarterly incident report for the San
Xavier District.
3. Review and Approval of Agenda:
3. Review and Approval of Agenda:
2. Invocation:
5. Johnny Merchant, SXD Housing Manager – Request to support a Tribal
Land Assignment for Chavez Lee.
6. Mark Sorenson, San Xavier District IT
Manager – Presenting the Information
and Technology Department power
point presentation for Community
awareness.
7. Mr. Scott Rogers, San Xavier District
Hydrologist – Presenting a power
point presentation regarding the “San
Xavier District Water Management
Plan.”
8. Koletta Saddleback-Burnside/Robin
Kauakahi, Ha:san Preparatory and
Leadership School Students – Audio
presentation of their activities and
successes.
9. District Administration – To discuss
the concerns of the San Xavier
District Community roads.
4. New Business:
A. Betty Perez, - To present a
report of the sweat lodge ceremonies
and the use of lava rocks from the San
Xavier District, that are held at the
Four Winds facility.
a. Administration Department – To
present and review the District monthly
finances report in a closed session.
B.Letter of Interest from Vernon
Scott to fill in one of the (2) terms up
position to the SXDC Planning &
Housing Committee.
6. Vice Chairman’s Activity Report:
C. Vivian Miguel, Community
Volunteer Committee Coordinator – To
present the reports from the Annual
2014 Wa:k Ceksan Tas event.
D. Agatha Miguel, Wa:k
Ceksan Royalty Coordinator –
Introduction of the Miss Wa:k Ceksan
Royalty, and updates of the outgoing
royalty.
5. Chairman’s Activity Report:
10. TOLC Reports:
6. Vice Chairman’s Activity Report:
11. SXDC Reports:
7. Minutes:
12. Announcements:
► District Council meeting is scheduled on
November 18, 2014 at 7 p.m.
► District Council meeting is scheduled on
December 2, 2014 at 7 p.m. – tentative
and subject to change.
► District Community Christmas Party is
tentatively scheduled on December 13,
2014.
► District Council meeting is scheduled on
December 16, 2014 at 7 p.m.
All meetings will be held in the
Council Chambers
4. New Business:
8. Announcements:
5. Chairman’s Activity Report:
7. Minutes:
8. Announcements:
► District Council meeting is scheduled
on December 2, 2014 – tentatively.
►
Annual Community Christmas
Party is tentatively scheduled on
December 13, 2014 – subject to change.
►
District Council meeting is
scheduled on December 16, 2014 at 7
p.m.
All Council/Community meetings will
be held in the Council Chambers
9. Adjournment:
►
District Community meeting is
scheduled on November 8, 2014
at 9 a.m.
► District Council meeting is
scheduled on November 18,
2014 at 7 p.m.
All Council/Community meetings will
be held in the Council Chambers
9. Adjournment:
13. Adjournment:
Copies of resolutions and related information can be obtained at the San Xavier District Council office, upon proper request
San Xavier District Council Resolutions adopted for the month of October 2014
Date
10/07/14
Res. No.
10-14-01
10/07/14
10-14-02
10/07/14
10-14-03
10/07/14
10-14-04
10/07/14
10-14-05
10/07/14
10-14-06
10/07/14
10-14-07
10/21/14
10-14-08
10/21/14
10-14-09
10-21/14
10-14-10
Title
“Ratifying the E-mail Poll for the Horseback “Manda” Requested by Francisco Villicana for October 4,
2014”
Motion made by Janice Felix and second by Dennis Ramon, Tally results; 2 for, 2 against, 0 not voting,
1 absent.
The vote resulted in tie, therefore, Chairman exercised his voting privileges and cast a vote to break the
tie, resulting in a final tally as follows: 3 for, 2 against, 1 not voting. Motion carried.
“Approving a Monetary Donation to the Wa:k Ceksan Tas Event scheduled for October 16, 17 & 18,
2014”
Motion made by Janice Felix and second by Dennis Ramon, tally results; 4 for, 0 against, 0 not voting, 1
absent. Motion carried.
“Supporting the Special Counsel Contract for Thomas Luebben PC, and Johnson & Barnhouse LLP”
Motion made by Felicia Nunez and second by Janice Felix, tally results; 3 for, 0 against, 1 not voting, 1
absent. Motion carried.
“Approving a New Investment Account with Morgan Stanley for the Administration of SAWRSA Water
Management Plan Funds”
Motion made by Janice Felix and second Felicia Nunez, tally results; 4 for, 0 against, 0 not voting, 1
absent. Motion carried.
“Approving the New Investment Account with Morgan Stanley for Administration of SAWRSA funds for
the San Xavier Cooperative Farm Rehabilitation and Extension”
Motion made by Janice Felix and second by Felicia Nunez, tally results; 3 for, 0 against, 1 not voting, 1
absent. Motion carried.
“Accepting the Minutes of July 15, 2014 as Amended”
Motion made by Felicia Nunez and second by Philbert Bailey, tally results; 4 for, 0 against, 0 not voting,
1 absent. Motion carried.
“Accepting the Minutes of August 5, 2014 as Amended”
Motion made by Felicia Nunez and second by Philbert Bailey, tally results; 4 for, 0 against, 0 not voting,
1 absent. Motion carried.
“Amending Resolution Number SXDC 08-12-10, to extend research period for approving Dr. Deni
Seymour, Archaeologist, to locate Ancient Sobaipuri O’odham Villages located on the San Xavier
(District) Indian Reservation”
Motion made by Philbert Bailey and second by Dennis Ramon, tally results; 3 for, 0 against, 0 not
voting, 2 absent. Motion carried
“A request to Conduct a Closed Session for the SXD Monthly Finances Report”
Motion made by Philbert Bailey and second by Dennis Ramon, tally results; 3 for, 0 against, 0 not
voting, 2 absent. Motion carried.
“Accepting the Minutes of August 19,2014 as Amended”
Motion made by Philbert Bailey and second by Dennis Ramon, tally results; 3 for, 0 against, 0 not voting
1 absent. Motion carried.
“Vacant positions to the San Xavier District Council Recommending Committees, and the District Council from the
Community at large”
Finance Committee – (1) vacant position from the Community at large
Election Committee – (3) terms are up and open to the Community at large.
Planning & Housing Committee – (2) terms up from the Community at large.
District Council Alternates – (2) vacant positions for Dennis Ramon and Brandon Havier.
Interested individuals from the community at large may submit a letter of interest to the San Xavier District Council department. The Council staff will notify
you to be present at a future Council meeting for appointment to fill in the vacant positions by a Council resolution. All vacant positions are being advertised
in the monthly Wa:k Newsletter to the community at large who may apply for more than one committee and are entitled to receive stipends payments
based on their attendance, only the District Council and their Alternates may represent one committee, and EFFECTIVE October 1, 2014 Council and Alternates are entitled to receive stipend payment for Council meetings only. You may call the Council department for questions at (520) 573.4026, 573.4028
and 573.4006.
10 Year Anniversary
Memorial Services for
Sally Estrada
1/29/1914-11/3/2004
Sunday, November 2nd, 2014
9:30am Mass at San Xavier Mission
San Xavier Mission News
Nov. 1:
Nov. 2:
Nov. 4:
Nov.15:
Nov. 17:
Saturday, November 8th, 2014
1:00pm-5:00pm
Cemetery Mass at 4:00 PM
Bring your chair.
All Souls Day
May our departed loved ones rest in
God’s peace!
Baptism Class - 7:00 PM
Baptisms
O’odham Advisory Meeting – 7:00 PM in
St. Clare
Rosary & Feeding
at Sally’s former residence
2349 W San Xavier Road
All choirs welcome
The Advisory Council was established in 2005 to give
Tohono O’odham parishioners a place to discuss
needs, evaluate policies, plan events and give advice to
the pastoral staff.
In many ways it functions similar to a Pastoral
Council but is structured differently. Membership is open
to anyone who wishes to come. Meetings are
announced in the Wa:k News. Come and share your
ideas.
Nov. 27:
Thanksgiving Day Mass 9:00 AM
Have a wonderful day thanking God with your
family and friends!
Nov. 30:
First Sunday of Advent
What can our family do to prepare for Jesus’
Ancelia Mamake-Orosco
Saturday, November 29th, 2014
Birthday?
Mass: 10:00am
San Xavier Mission
Rosary: 12:00pm
San Xavier District Center
All Choirs Welcome
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Wa:k Spirit
S-ke:g S-he:pijig Masad (November)
Pleasant Cold Moon
Recognition Wall
Congratulations to the students and parents who have received the
Santa Clara Student Of The Month
Julian Franco 3rd Grade
Eric Havier 1st Grade
Kayson Garcia 1st Grade
Anthony Alvarez 2nd Grade
SXD students attending SUSD Schools
2014 Grade / Students
PreKinder: 2
8th: 16
Kinder: 23
9th: 17
1st : 20
10th: 11
2nd: 23
11th: 14
3rd: 23
12th: 5
4th: 25
Total 246
5th: 19
6th: 32
7th: 16
SUSD Native American Education
Program.
A Fond FarewellSylvia Dawavendewa
It is with a sad heart that I bid a
fond farewell as the time has
come for me to continue my life’s
journey. I can’t express what a
wonderful experience it has been
working with everyone, especially
the staff, students and children.
Watching students grow and progress through school has been
rewarding; I only hope that we in
Education had a little positive
impact through our programs.
Parents you are the best partners, thank you for your support.
Please remember, all students,
whether special needs to honor
students can lead a satisfying
and productive life given the right
education, training, love and
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support so advocate for them and
seek out the resources they need
regardless of their abilities.
Please, don’t hesitate to call on
education for assistance; the staffers are well-trained, experienced
and educated so they know how to
assist. I leave knowing the community is in the capable and dedicated
hands of exceptional individuals.
I will greatly miss the elders, friends
and partners. Simply can’t express
the gratitude I feel for the faith and
trust you all placed in me and my
staff over the years.
I leave a better person having
spent time in your beautiful community. I take with me wonderful memories and the honor of serving the
Wa:k O’odham...spd
Rowena Carlyle, Culture & Language
S-ke:g Tas!
Mamasdagi– Colors
I continue to teach the O’odham culture and language at
Apollo, San Xavier Mission School, Tohono O’odham Daycare and to both Head Start classes. It is a busy schedule
but I enjoy spending time with all the students.
S-wegi- Red
For October we were able to have a Native American Film
screening for the film Apache 8. It is about an 8 member
firefighter crew who are Apache women. One of the 8 firefighters was able to join us for a question and answer session. I have been working with the Tohono O’odham Museum in bringing Native American directed and produced films
to our community. Be on the look out for more film screenings in the future.
S-’uam- Yellow S-’ani:lmagi- Blue
S-’i:bhaimagi- Purple
S-toha- White
S-cuk- Black
S-kubjuwi- Brown
Green
S-wegima– Pink S-cedagi-
S-komagi- Grey S-nalasmagi- Orange
Nunumilo-Numbers
Since winter is near, we will begin our story telling events in
November starting with O’odham storytelling, then bringing
in other tribes to share their stories with our community,
dates will be sent out soon.
Hemako-1
wewa’ak– 7
Go:k- 2
gigi’ik– 8
Waik– 3
humuk– 9
Gi’ik– 4
westama:m– 10
Hetasp– 5
gamai-hemako– 11
Cu:dp– 6
gamai-go:k– 12
Practice these at home with your kids. Happy Thanksgiving!
Community Liaisons
Stacy Hernandez & Celina Mesa
Hello Wa:k Community,
I hope you are all in good spirits and ready for the
holiday season that is fast approaching. November is Native
American Heritage Month so be on the lookout for events that
will take place throughout the month (U of A, PCC, Museums,
Libraries, schools, etc.).
All our programs are under way with great turnouts.
We are currently at capacity for our After School Program and
have a good mix of high school and middle school students for
Voices of Our Youth.
I would like to remind parents who use the missed bus service
that they must call Education (520.807.8624) by 7:30 am. I
know some students do not get picked up until after 7:30 am
but if you’re going to be late call anyway; you can always cancel the call. Parents must call to give us permission to
transport their student. Students have been walking in to request a ride. We do not want to prevent students from attending school, but you must understand that the Community Liaisons have other engagements so when we make two missed
bus trips it delays our schedules.
Lastly I would like to send well wishes to Sylvia Dawavendewa
and a heartfelt thank you for a job well done and for the many
hours of service you have contributed to the Wa:k Community.
I wish you well in your new endeavors!
Good Day to all!
I hope everyone’s Halloween was lots of scary fun! I
know I personally enjoyed it. I would like to give a shout out
and “Congratulations” to two of my students in the After
School Program for 4th – 6th grade. “Congratulations” Angel
Siquieros for Student of the Month and Jacob Maya for a
citizenship award. I thank all of the parents for helping your
children succeed in school and enrolling them in our programs. All of my students in the After School Program are
doing well and I will make sure to keep on them about their
homework.
We took a walkabout fieldtrip around the Education
campus to identify plants and their uses. I plan to make
fieldtrips a regular part of the 4th-6th class so look of notices.
Lastly, I would like to say farewell to Sylvia, as for the
short time I got to know her, she did have an impact on me
and I thank her for giving only the best towards our students
education. Thanks Sylvia! You will be missed and are definitely appreciated for the effort in our community. I wish you
success in your near future.
Hope everyone enjoys the upcoming holidays. God
Bless!
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Administrative Assistant-Margaret Alvarez
Holidays are just around the corner and we are half way
through the school year! It is important for parents and
community to support our youth as they conquer challenges to reach their goals this year in homework, sports or any
activities they may be involved in. It gives them the determination to move forward in a positive direction and not
only makes them feel good inside but is a reason to keep
going. Encourage them to do well and to study as best
they can.
Tutoring sessions are available at the Education center if
needed for students in grades K-12th. Now is the time to
get started please don’t wait until the last minute, it puts
more stress on the students as they try to gather all material needed or studying when there is not enough time.
Please give us a call, we are here as a benefit to you and
your child.
I also encourage parents to take advantage of any workshops or presentations we hold here at the Education center. We have different programs that come through with
valuable information we want to pass on to you. All the
workshops are designed to meet the needs of our community. I had the opportunity to sit in the Family History Workshop and may I say it was very interesting and took me
back to my childhood, made me think about where I came
from and brought back memories of loved ones who may
have passed on.
It was a lot of important information and I am excited to
find out my family’s roots. There may be another workshop
held in the future so keep an eye out.
As we gather together with our families for the Thanksgiving holiday please remember tell your parents, sisters,
brothers, aunts, uncles, cousins, grandparents, grandkids
and friends that you appreciate them for being apart of
your lives and thank them for all they do for you. A little
goes a long way, even just a simple “hug” and an “I love
you”; appreciate all you have been blessed with. May you
all have a wonderful Happy Thanksgiving!
Learning Resource Center
Hello from the Learning Center,
HAPPY THANKSGIVING
We have begun our basic guitar class on
Tuesdays from 5pm-6pm. If you do not have a
guitar, no worries we have guitars here for you to
use.
For more information you may contact
Gertrude Lopez-Learning Resource
Coordinator Therese McCarthy-Learning
Center Aide at 520.807.8621.
We wish you all a Blessed
Thanksgiving Day!!!!
Vote! November 4 2014
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San Xavier District of the
Tohono O’odham Nation
2018 W. San Xavier Road
Tucson, AZ 85746
Phone: (520) 573-4000
Fax: (520) 573-4089
FOR ANY SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY OR EMERGENCY CALLS
CONTACT TOHONO O’ODHAM POLICE AT 622-1587 OR 911