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PAGE 2 August 21,1992 Warm Springs, Oregon Spilyay Tymoo Training prepares emergency crews for real-life situations The all-too-familiar and much dreaded loneout sounded. About 20 volunteer and full-time paid fire fighters with Warm Springs Fire and Safety answered (he call not knowing exactly what they would find. "All available units to Highway 3, milepost 3," could be heard. Upon arrival, some three or so minutes later, police, ambulance and fire crew members found a smokey, two-car crash with a total of five victims, four adults and one infant. One of the adult victims was dead, the condition of the other four was iffy, alt sustaining head and neck injuries and broken bones. A re sounding "hallelujah" was heard when an EMT saved the life of the infant. A second infant, found later by crew members, was thrown clear of the crash sight and sustained mi nor injuries. Ambulance crews gave way to the Tire crew, so that the smoke could be eliminated. Once it was clear, emer gency medical crew members went to work, got the patients stabilized and on the road to safety. All are reportedly in good condition. Thankfully, the sccnariodcscribcd above was a mock training for Warm Springs Public Safety branch mem bers. Such training is imperative in keeping local emergency crews in practice for quick response. The de ceased "victim". Bob Sjolund, Training Officer with Fire and Safety, explained that such training is held about twice a year and that the de partment also goes through triage exercises during which members practice different medical techniques and procedures on one another. Keeping skills sharp can only im prove a patient's chances in a real life situation. '" ' u "Deceased victim" Bob Sjolund takts a Slice to cool off after the training exercise. The two cars that "collided" were instantly consumed In "smoke", created by smelly smoke bombs courtesy of the police department l:r rf -1 v. .: i i K ' . .U. .A -' . : f ... J t Emergency MedicalTechnkians,off-duty police officers and firefighters all responded to the two-car "crash". Luckily, the "victim " sustained no Injuries this time. Pixie Sanders hasprobably never been so "bruised" as she was for the exercise. Unlike the real thing, her bruises came off with soap and water and elbow grease. PEP helps students with school, transition Are you an Indian student behind on your high school credits needed for graduation? Have you dropped out and missed a semester or school year? Do you want to catch up and finish high school? Then Chemawa Indian School, a BIA operated All Indian Off Reservation Boarding High School for grades 9-12, located in Salem, Oregon may have the program for you. Several Chemawa programs help staff the PEP (Personal Education Program) Lab which is an extended day program in operation during the regular school day, after school, eve nings and weekends. During the school day students are scheduled into the PEP lab to make-up classes that they need for graduation that cannot be scheduled from the regular class offerings; or when they return from treatment and cannot make-up work in the regular Festival focuses on cultural heritage Sunriver lodge is expecting the arrival of a legacy.. .a legacy bound in culture, steeped in history...a legacy destined for tradition. We proudly announce the premier of "The SunriverLodgeNorthwest American festival" Labor Day weekend, 1992. In celebration of the Native Ameri cans of Central Oregon, numerous activities are planned for the three days of festivities honoring their rich cultural heritage. "The Sunriver Lodge Northwest American festival" will recognize the traditions of the Warm Springs, Wasco, and Paiute tribes and will feature teepee raisings, drummers and dancers in true pow wow fashion, children's storytelling, authentic contemporary and antique American Indian arts and crafts, a traditional salmon bake and histori cal presentation by past tribal elders, a photographic display of museum artifacts, and an outdoor performance by Mercury recording artist Kathy Mattea. Retail space will be located out doors on The Great Hall deck. Elec tricity and tables can be provided; however, Sunriver Lodge would like to remind all attending artists that we prefer to create a casual, festival style crafts sale without the use of tables or chairs. Please let us know if this is a problem. Cost is $75 per space. This non refundable fee guarantees three days Continued on page 8 classroom; and when it appears the PEP is the best placement for a Special Education student. Students agree to enter into a con tract with the lab that specifies the number of hours and course of study that needs to be completed to earn credit for the class.Classes are indi vidualized and students can come in outside of regular class hours and complete course work at their own pace. Students can also drop-in for tutoring and help with assignments from their regular classes. The PEP also provides transitional services for students that are entering or leaving off-campus residential treatment programs. And, it allows students to work on making up classes that they have missed. The student to staff ratio is maintained at a low level to allow for a more personalized and individualized instructional approach. Fetal Alcohol Syndrome topic of August 27 conference Children with Fetal Alcohol Syn drome have a wide range of physical and mental disabilities which effect their growth and development throughout their lives. This was a findingof the Warm Springs Alcohol and Drug Council after reviewing the results of a recent project at Warm Springs. Theproject was designed to help parents accurately identify chil dren whoare Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and to assist the parents in getting services for their children. Prompted Dy tne findings of this project and other studies the Council passed the following resolution to begin addressing this problem in the community. "The Warm Springs Alcohol and Drug Council has examined and re viewed the studies concerning the effect of alcohol and other drugs on the developing child during preg nancy and has found that 1. Prenatal exposure to alcohol and drugs results in multiple effects Spilyay Tymoo Staff Members MANAGING EDITOR SID MILLER ASSISTANT EDITOR DONNA BEHREND PHOTO SPECIALIST. MARSHA SHEWCZYK REPORTERPHOTOGRAPHER...SAPHRONIA KATCHIA TYPESETTERRECEPTIONIST......SELENA THOMPSON FOUNDED IN MARCH, 1976 Spilyay Tymoo is published bi-weekly by the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs. Our offices are located in the basement of the Old Girls Dorm at 1115 Wasco Street. Any written materials to Spilyay Tymoo should be addressed to: Spilyay Tymoo, P.O. Box 870, Warm Springs, OR 97761 PHONE: (503) 553-1644 or (503) 553-3274 FAX No. 553-3539 Annual Subscription Rates: Within U.S. - $9.00 Outside U.S. -$15.00 on the young child ranging from mild damage to the brain to severe effects such as Fetal Alcohol Syndrome. 2. These effects continue throughout the development of the , child into adulthood. 3. The effect of alcohol and drug exposure during pregnancy on the child is totally preventable. Therefore, the Warm Springs Al cohol and Drug Council resolves to support community wide prevention efforts to encourage families not to use alcohol and drugs when they are expecting a child; to support non punitive education and treatment programs for those families experi encing problems with alcohol and drugs during pregnancy; and to en courage and support the continued development of intervention and re habilitation services for young chil dren and adults who have been ex posed to alcohol or drugs during their prenatal period." The .Council would also like to invite everyone to come to a com munity conference on Fetal Alcohol Syndrome. This will be a one day conference at the Community Center Social Hall on August 27, 1992 starting at 8:30 a.m. Topics include a report on the success of last years FAS project, the needs of older children and adults who experience FAS and an afternoon presentation on ways to assist effected children in managing their behavior in the school and at home. Ms. Carol Cole, Special Projects Director for the Los Ange les School District, will be here to provide training for families and teachers in working with some of the problems FAS children experience such as hyperactivity and impulsiveness. 509-J school supply list for 1992-93 Kindergarten- 2 boxes crayons, basic 8, standard size, not chubby; 1 0 pencils, size 2; 2 4-oz. bottles of white glue, liquid; 2 glue sticks-small, solid; 1 large box of tissues; 1 pkg. baby wipes (80-150 count). First and Second Grades-1 box of 16 small crayons; 2 pencils-size 2; 1 eraser; 2 4-oz. botucs of white glue; 1 box of Kleenex. Third Grade-1 box of 16 or 24 small crayons; 2 pencils-size 2; Pink Pearl erasers; 1 sharp point scissor, 1 4-oz. bottle of white glue; 1 large box of Kleenex; 1 12-inch ruler (inches and centimeters); Pec Chce Folders. Fourth and Fifth Grades-1 box of 16 or 24 small crayons; pencils size 2; Pink Pearl erasers, 1 sharp point scissors; 1 4-oz. bottle of white glue; 1 12-inch ruler (inches and cen timeters); Notebook paper; 1 box of Kleenex. Sixth Grade-1 box of 16 or 24 small crayons; Pencils-size 2; Pink Pearl erasers; 1 sharp point scissors; 4 oz. bottle Elmer's glue; 1 12-inch ruler (inches and centimeters); note- Continued on page 3 Kindergarten begins September 8 The kindergarten schedule for the beginning of the 1992-1993 school year is: September 1-4 No kindergar ten classes. Parcntstudcnttcachcr conferences are scheduled September 8-10 Small group sessions (each student is assigned to one session only) September 1 1 - Normal kinder garten schedule begins A.M. Class 8:35-11:15 P.M. Class 12:45-3:25 Please call the school to arrange a parent conference if you have not received a letter by September 1. Your child will attend only one small group during September 8-10 at the regularly scheduled time for their class. Heshe will not attend on the other two small group session days. All kindcrgartners will begin the regular kindergarten schedule as a whole class on September 1 1. For more information please call Warm Springs Elementary School at 553-1128. New principal joins Warm Springs Nan Willis is the new "kid" on the block these days as the newest prin cipal of Warm Springs Elementary. Most recently from Redding, California where sho was employed as curriculum coordinator tor the Shasta County Office of Education, Willis brings with her fresh enthusi asm and a great desire to "help teach ers help students...! feel it is my role to support that el lorL.s a facilitator, resource person and leader for teacher growth. Born in Missouri and raised in Southern California, Willis received her B A and MA and Administrative Certificate from the University of Oregon. "I've lived in Washington and Califomia...it's a pleasure to come home to Oregon." Willis noted that Warm bpnngs Elementary anticipates registration of 520 students this fall. "We have dropped one third grade and have added one fourth grade class," she says. She added that there will be 23 teachers, with Dawn Smith working in a new position as assistant princi pal. Willis has 15 years teaching ex perience including upper elementary, and junior and senior high school. "This has given me a healthy respect for the talents teachers have in dealing with different age groups." Willis was hired by the 509-J school board last spring. Wanting to participate in hiring and meeting the school and administrative staff, Willis made several trips from Redding to Central Oregon before her move in mid-July. Willis is married and the couple have a daughter, Jaymie, who will be a third grader this fall. Willis is anxious about becoming involved in the community she will be serving. "I'm looking forward to learning more about the community and meeting the community." - "I'm very excited about being here and doing something I know I'm good at and helping others... .To me, school is where it's at," she concluded. I ! rrxi ', . 1 k . '"' i !.f v .Jul J ' i I1 .ill 1 ",',"' lf . i -v New Warm Springs Elementary Principal Nan Willis looks forward to helping students. There is no charge for the confer ence and lunch will be provided. Anyone who wants to attend should call Eraina at 3205 and leave a mes sage so we can plan for the lunch meal. Phase one of park project nears completion V Phase one of the Shitike Creek the water pump. The area around the Park Project has been underway since creek will remain natural. June. Scheduled for completion in November 1992, phase one includes underground systems, the sewage domestic lines and irrigation system. It also includes parking lots, road ways, basketball court, tennis court, playground area, picnic sites (bar becue and grills), park benches, and lawn area. Phase two, which is the park completion, will consist of equipment for playground, bathrooms, possible expansions to parking lot and picnic sites, and possibility for a pavilion. The entire project will take six months to complete . The crew consists entirely of Native American workers Accord ing to project engineer Dale Parker, workers on the construction crew "gain both training and experience." Approximately twenty-two people will be employed before the park's completion. Enie Hcrkshan supervises the field crew. Bob Macy provided the start up supervision and project coordi nation, which Parker is now doing. The project is headed by Doug McClelland under the Special Projects department. The park plans call for new tree planting and an eventual lead to the Community Center for a hook up on In the long run the project will tie the community together with parks. I v. .- 'LL The Shitike Creek park project is first of several parks planned for the community. i