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TRIBAL MEMBER NEWS Jason Kurtz, Jack. McCord III, Jon Duarte, and Perry Johnson graduated from the Lincoln Combined Reserve Training Academy on June 4. Jason, Jack, and Jon now are reserves for the Siletz Tribal Police Department and Perry is a reserve with the Susan Reed Toledo Police Department. For nine months, they trained every Tuesday and every weekend, totaling 320 hours apiece. During the ceremony, Jason received the Reed Excels at Swim Meet firearms expertise award. Jason, Jack, and Jon now serve with Tribal Police Officers Kay Spang and Kraig Mitchell and Tribal Police Chief Denis Bosque. Congratulations to Susan Reed for winning a swim meet held in Toledo on June 7. Susan won second place in a 4-by relay race and won a third-place ribbon in a 25-yard individual freestyle race. Way to go, Susan! Co-Ed Team Plays in Tournament by Charlie Butler and Selene Rilatos, Coaches The Siletz Co-Ed Basketball Team went to the Grand Ronde tournament on May 27-29. Gathering of Nations Draws 3,000, including Siletz Royalty The first game was against Simnasho and Siletz lost by the score of 41-30. On Saturday, Siletz played Grand Ronde and won by the score of 56-54, and on Sun day Siletz played Warm Springs and lost by a score of 57-51. The team roster included Sam Lynch, Ami Case. Monique Lane. Tasha Rilatos, Cole Jackson, Justin Fawver, Eddie Avila, and Tygem Butler. by Natasha Kavanaugh On April 27-29. the Siletz Royalty Court - Holly John, Miss Siletz; Katrina Reis, Jr. Miss Siletz; Jennifer Easter, Jr. Miss Siletz Princess; and Ashliegh Ramirez, Little Miss Siletz; Royalty Advisors Felicia Carmona, Darcy Lal, Angeline Easter, and Sara Bell; chaperones; grandparents; and 1 traveled to Albuquer que, N.M. for North America’s biggest pow-wow - the Gathering of Nations. On the first day, we went to the Miss Indian World pageant where 28 young Native American women from through out Indian Country competed for the title. Cassie Thomas (Seneca) from Lawtons, N. Y., was crowned Miss Indian World 2005-2006. The selection is based upon an assessment of personality, knowl edge of tribal tradition, and dancing ability. Other results from the pageant included: • • • • • • • First Runner-up: Shere Wright (Sicangu Lakota) from Mission, S.D. Second Runner-up: Melissa Yazzie, (Navajo/Dine) from Gamerco, N.M. Best Public Speaking: Cassie Thomas Best Traditional Presentation: Cassie Thomas Best Personal Interview: Shere Wright Best Essay: Alexarae Funmaker (Grand Travers Band Ottawa and Chippewa) from Suttons Bay, Mich. Best Dancer: Shere Wright • Miss Congeniality: Jessica Anthony (Navajo/Northem Arapaho/Shoshone) from Pocatello, Idaho On the following days, we attended the Gathering of Nations Pow-Wow and Indian Traders Market (more than 800 artists, crafters, and traders placed their wares on display and for sale) at the Uni versity of New Mexico Arena in the “Pit.” More than 3,000 indigenous, Native American dancers and singers representing more than 500 tribes from Canada and the U.S. come to Albuquerque annually to participate socially and competitively, with more than $140,000 awarded to dancers and singers. The drum competitions included five places in each category. The 2005 South ern Drum Champion was Young Bird of Pawnee, Okla., and the 2005 Northern Drum Champion was Northern Cree of Hobbema, Alberta, Canada. One of the most enjoyable things for me was to watch the different dances, like the Kiowa Gourd Dancers (those who have done exceptional things in their lives), from the different tribes - first they show you and then you can join them on the floor if you want. The Gathering of Nations Pow-Wow was a wonderful experience, with so many things going on that you just don't want to miss! SVS Honors Students of the Month Siletz Valley Charter School has an nounced the Students of the Month for May 2005. On the first Monday of every month, students in grades K-8 are recognized at our morning assembly for attendance, academic achievements, citizenship, and positive behavior. Based on performance, teachers nominated the following students: K 1st 2nd 3rd 4,h 5th 6,h 7th 8th Felisha Chavez, Levi Lancaster, Coral Donne Pearl Dion Napoleon, Savanna Rilatos Britany Robertson. Robert Williams Lewis Napoleon. Josh Rilatos Steven Lindstrom. Monica Wolf Joseph Blom, Kimberly Anderson Jeff Sweet, Aaron Wawrak Tim Lindstrom Tabietha Little, Chelsey Stewart PE Joanna Lindstrom, Bobby Butler Leslie Brown, Daniel Lindstrom Morgan Crawford, Devon Reed Logan Butler, Craig Parker Philip Edwards, Danielle Clark Kiesha Bremner (Metcalf), Jordan Young 6th Roni Gerttula, Nick Wallace K Is* 2nd 3rd 4th 5,h 7,h Alex Flores, Loy Marthalier 8,h James Nelson, Chelsey Stewart Top Academic Students (end of the fourth quarter) 1st 2nd 3rd 4Ih 5th Cecillie Butler, Donovan Carey Morgan Crawford, Sierra Gerttula Kai Skidmore, San Poil Whitehead Steven Lindstrom, Danielle Clark Kassandra Rilatos, Ab Williams Excellent Attendance 2nd 3rd 4th 5lh 7th Morgan Crawford David Paul Jeffery Paul, John Pullam Joseph Blom. Kassandra Rilatos Joseph Wilson This was our last assembly for the year. We would like to thank Noel's Mar ket, Little Chief, Sweet River Corner Cafe, Siletz Gas & Mini-Mart, our vol unteers, and the community for another fantastic year. We would not be able to accomplish our goals without you. It’s individuals like yourself who will motivate our students to reach their full potential and give back to our commu nity. The staff and students appreciate your continued support. We look forward to seeing you in September. Have a great summer! July 2005 • Siletz News • 13
