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r2 January 4, 1996 Warm Springs, Oregon Spilyay Tymoo parly Childhood Education news- JANUARY 1996 ECE UP COMING EVENTS: Jan. 8-Prnt Training on Child AbusNglcti 5:30 p.m. -7:30 p.m. ECE Pod C. Jan.9-Had Start Culture Committa mtg.i 2:00 p.m. -3:00 p.m. Conference Room IE. Jan. 10-Haalth Advisory Mtg.i 10:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. Conference Room 2E. , Jan. 10-Haad Start Parant Policy Council Mtg.i 5:30 p.m. -7:00 p.m. Conference Room 2E. Jan.l6-Faiaty Childi 2:00 p.m. -3:00 p.m., Conference Room 2E. Jan. 16-Poaitiva Guidance and Diiciplina Sariaai 5:30 p.m. -6:30 p.m. Conference Room 2E. Jan.24-Parant Club Mtg. : 5:30 p.m. -6:30 p.m. Conference Room 2E. ' Reduce the risk of head lice '. Kids: Do not share combs and brushes. Do not trade hats, scarves, coats, or sweaters. i Do not share or trade any other clothes. Do not hang your clothes so they .pre touching someone else's. Do not bring stuffed toys or other things to school that could be possible ; carriers of lice omits. A ; Pa bathe and shampoo your hair often. ; Powash your combs and brushes often. P2 avoid direct contact with people that have head lice. DO avoid contact with any infested person's combs, brushes, bedding, towels, and clothing. Parents: B& inspect your child's head periodically especially before and after a group activity such as a family get together, Pow-wow's, camping, and slumber party. Dfl notify the school right away if you suspect you or a member of your family has head lice. P2 notify any groups, neighbors, Community by Pam Keo-Oakes In the spring of 1995, the Warm Springs Public Safety Branch was awarded a grant from the Edward Byrne Memorial Formula Grant Pro gram. This particular grant is to pro vide funding for the start-up of a women's shelter here in the Warm Springs area, since beginning as shel ter manager in November, I have heard over and over again the re sponse "Does Warm Springs really have a problem with that?" y At some time each and every one of us have either experienced the effects of domestic violence directly or we know of someone close to us who has, (just the same as the effects of alcoholdrug abuse and other types Of abuse). We are all aware of some one who has been in need at one time or another. Still, we do not allow ourselves to see how widespread this issue is. It is difficult for us to admit it to ourselves that it exists outside of those isolated incidences that we are personally aware of. We have diffi culty naming it; maybe in hopes that it really doesn't exist. And, when it happens in our own homes, we so everything in our power to believe that it doesn't or that it really isn't that bad. Denying and minimizing are tow very effective coping skills. They are skills that have allowed us to survive. Unfortunately, these skills' allow the abuse and violence to sur vive, continue to grow. The program that we are develop ing is names Warm Springs AIYAT & MIYANSMA WAPAATS (Women and Children Services). Our objectives are: 1) to provide women and children with safe shelter when needed. 2) To provide information, education and training so that fami lies develop the skills and knowl edge to understand that there are choices for their lives and it is within Spilyay Tymoo Publisher: Sid Miller Editor: Donna Behrend ReporterPhotographer: Saphronia Katchia ReporterPhotographer: Selena T. Boise ReporterPhotographer: Bob Medina Secretary: TinaAguilar 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 Girl's Dorm at 1 1 15 Wasco Street. Any written materials to Spilyay Tymoo should be addressed to: Spilyay Tymoo, P.O. Box 870, Warm Springs, OR 97761 (541) 553-1644 or 553-3274 - FAX NO. 553-3539 Annual Subscription Rates: Within U.S. - $9.00 Outside U.S. - $1 5.00 Spilyay Tymoo 1995 friends, or playmates that have been in contact with members of your family that have head lice. For more information, contact: Indian Health Services. FIREMAN BOB, we will miss your friendly smile. P.S. staff will miss your black jeans- "nice fit". The week of December 4-8th found several Head Start personnel participating at the first session of Region XI's Phase III Management Institute conference at the Hyatt Dulles, in Washington D.C. Head Start personnel participating: Nancy Seyler, Versa Smith, Pam Jackson, Tryna Mullenberg, Julie Quaid, Kathleen Heath, Charlotte Shikc, Michelle Stacona and Bonnie Langclicrs attended 5-day sessions with 5 other American Indian Head Start grantees from throughout the United States. This core group of individuals is acknowledged that we all share goals for the Head Start children and families, at the same time carrying out different roles and responsibilities in day-to-day work. One goal of the training was to improve the understanding each group has of the work of the other as input needed for shelter their power to provide safe and nur turing environments for themselves and their children. We had hoped to have a facility opened and running as soon as Janu ary, but it appears as though our developmental stage will continue longer than anticipated as we are still dealing with some major issues, in cluding location and funding for an appropriate level of staffing for a 24 hour facility. Our services will include emer gency services such as safe shelter, transportation, emotional support and assistance as well as transitional ser vices includingplanning.educational support and provision of informa tion, training and referral services, child care assistance and children services, support groups and other follow-up services needed. We will also be doing a monthly bulletin and outreach activities to improve aware ness of domestic violence and the need to reduce and eliminate it from our community. Ourprogram is fortunate that there are a number of other programs in operation working towards the same goal of "becoming a Healthy Na tion", and we look forward to the opportunity of cooperating and con tributing to those efforts. As we continue to develop and work towards opening a shelter for Warm Springs, the members of our community can help: 1) WE NEED COMMUNITY INPUT, we want to hear your ideas and concerns about what specific needs the community has that our program may be able to address and how (or if) you can see our program better contributing to the goal of WS becoming a "Healthy Nation". 2) WE NEED SUPPORT FROM THE COMMUNITY. This program is to address the needs of the community, which can only be well as to strengthen the partnership in each region and the shared capacity to support Head Start families. The purpose of the training was to build on in-depth knowledge of management and leadership innovation and for the teams to see how their leadership can help turn challenges into opportunities. With the challenge of rapid expansion, reduced funding, and or Federal policy changes such welfare reform or block grants, management teams need training that will build their capacity to develop their own answers. To have effective leaders that is essential for the program to survive. The focus of the training was on four main features: 1) Improving communication by strengthening the ability to ensure accurate, sensitive, two-way communication in group meetings, supervision sessions, and written exchanges 2) Changing mental models by strengthening the ability to understand, articulate, and challenge the core beliefs that drive program operations. 3) Using systems thinking to strengthen the ability to recognize that a Head Start program is a living, dynamic interconnected system, and 4) Setting a vision for the future by strengthening the capacity to look beyond today's problems and consider possibilities for the future. Upon returning to Warm Springs, the WS Head Start group decided to continue on their "vision" with regular monthly meetings at ECE. To be include in this core group will be Suzie Moody, Head Start Parent InvolvementHealth Coordinator and Mike Gomez, Head Start ParentHS Parent Policy Council Vice Chairperson. They were unable to attend the Washington D.C. training as planned but will be actively involved at home. done successfully when the commu- nity is involved in determining what is needed, how the program can ad- dress those needs and in assessing how well the program is performing in addressing those needs. 3) WE NEEDTOKNOWHOWYOUMAY BE WILLING TO HELP. When we open the doors of the shelter for ser- vice, there will be many opportuni- ties for people to contribute to the success of the program via volunteer services or other types of donations. To give us your ideas, to request more information, to let us know if you are interested in helping, or if you need to talk about these issues, please call the office at (514)553 3543 Monday-Friday between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. We do appreciate your input. If you need assistance or emer gency shelter now, you can either call the Victim's Assistance Program in WS at 553-3357 after hours and weekends, call 475-1 487 or 475-148 8 to speak with a Victim's Assistance on-call worker or you can call the WS Police at 553-1 171 and they will notify Victim's Assistance for you. You may also get assistance and shelter by calling the COBRA (Cen tral Oregon Battering & Rape Alli ance) emergency hotline at 1-800-356-2369. Women's Circle starting in Janu ary 1996 call 553-3543 for informa tion. . This project 100 funded by a U.S. department of Justice, Drug Control & System Improvement For mula Grant Program. The opinions, findings and con clusions or recommendations ex pressed in this publication, program or exhibition are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the department of Justice. Local quilts featured in Museum "Quilters of the Wasco, Warm Springs, Paiute", is the next show scheduled in The Museum At Warm Springs Changing Exhibit Gallery January 12to March 8, 1996 that will feature over 30 handmade quilts of Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs tribal members. The opening reception is scheduled for Friday, January 12, 1996 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in The Museum At Warm Springs lobby area. The public is invited to the event and community members, a . . - A . it , -1 wf : ; . i Cost of longer life can be affordable plan by we year zuio, tne first baby boomers will reach 65 society's traditional "retirement age." But, unlike most of their parents, health-conscious boomers can look forward to longer, more productive futures, but is this life extension a positive thing? How will longer-living people support themselves in a world where costs continue to rise? Scary statistics According to the Social Security Administration, by the year 2025, the median price of a single-family home in the US will hit $400,000. Also, you'll pay $31,000 for a small economy car, and a loaf of bread will cost just over $5. But don't get alarmed. You'll also be earning more. The average salary of Americans, which was just $22,000 in 1 990, should rise to $61 ,000 in 201 0 and to $170,000 in 2030. Medical bills Some researchers predict that private health insurers will eventually cover the costs only for medical catastrophes and not routine doctor bills. As a result, people will bear more and more financial responsibility for their day-today preventive medical costs. Since government will play a reduced role in offering aid, the public will have to shop around for the best health buys which will lead medical providers to reassess their services and fees, bringing medical costs down. Budgeting for longevity When baby boomers reach 65, they will have to more self sufficient, since government won't provide as much aid as it has in the past. And company pension plans will be significantly depleted, as well. j, . F1"313 exPJer,ts 3.dvise individuals and families to outline a detailed savings plan and follow it. The array of savings and investments tools is immense: most experts suggest sticking with the traditionally safer one: The Museum at Warm Springs offer The Museum at Warm Springs Cultural Education Program is start ing out 1996 with a full schedule including a Winter Writers Work shop, a Mask Making class, a Begin ning Quilting class, a Sewing Sam pling class along with a Traditional Fashions Through Time Fashion Show. The Winters Writers Workshop will be held on Tuesday from 6 to 9 p.m. at The Museum on January 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, and February 6, 1996. The class is to create writing using imagi nation, expressing memories, shar ing thoughts, whatever the writer chooses. The class is funded in part by a grant from the Oregon Art Com mission and there are no fees in volved. Instructors are Silvia Gonzalez and Carol Wewa. Debra Fisher will instruct the Mask Making Class that will be held Monday and Wednesdays from 6 to 9 p.m. at The Museum on January 22, 24, 29, 3 1 and February 5 and 7, 1996. Fisher specializes in creating masks, costumes, props and has worked for such theaters as the Or egon Shakespeare Festival and Magic Circle at Central, OR. She currently displays her work in shows and gal family and friends are especially invited to attend the opening reception. The curators are tribal members B.K. and Myrna Courtney who have coordinated all of the details, in cooperation with Museum Exhibits Coordinator Roxanne Casey. Myrna Courtney said she is proud to be working on the quilt show along with B.K. "There will be tribal members showing their beautiful quilts at this show and you will see the love, handwork and creativity of these ladies." B.K. and Myrna thought it would be a neat idea to come up with a panel specifically for the entrance to the Changing Exhibits Gallery so they decided to do a quilt portrait of each other. "I agonized over this for 4 to 5 days as I am not good at drawing faces. I found 2 photos of B.K. then proceeded to draw my outline on paper," Myrna said. She then cut out the fabric face and hair then began the project by applique"ing B.K.'s face and hair onto the white background. She offset the face so there would be room to put rain drops and a circle at the bottom to represent B.K.'s son Rain Circle. She said it took her approximately two weeks to complete. stocks, mutual funds, T-bills and company stock plans. Some tips to prepare Start investing now and don't stop. Make sure your money is working for you and your future. Have an investment plan and review it regularly. What are you investing in and what are the likely results? Keep close tabs on your investments to ensure that they perform as you had anticipated. If they aren't you'd better have a Help children deal with grief One of the most difficult cause the situation. Often, things parents must explain to youngsters feel that if they had their children is the concept of been good", the dog wouldn't death. Be it a robin in the middle have been hit by a car. Parents of the road, the family pet or a should help kids understand beloved relative, kids usually encounter aeatn at a very young age. If your child is dealing with a loss, there are some ways that you, as a parent, can help the child cope. Help them understand. Children have many questions when they first experience a death. Adults need to answer their questions as honestly as they can, and they should also share their own feelings so that kids won't feel so lost and alone in their grief. It may happen again. Once they experience death for the first time, children are often fearful that it will happen again right away. They worry unnecessarily about parents, siblings, relatives, pets, teachers and friends. Parents must do their best to calm children in these stressful times. It's generally best to be honest with children. Explain that the cat had been sick for some time before it died, but that mommy and daddy are healthy. Or remind kids of how grandma had been in the hospital on various occasions before she died. Again, it's good for parents to share their rears with kids so that the children know their feelings aren't unusual. "Was it my fault?" Sit down with kids and help them see that they have done nothing to leries throughout the northwest. She also has worked with Very Special Arts and has taught crafts, mask making and self-defense for teen and special interest groups. The class is also funded by an Oregon Arts Commission grant so there is no fee involved. For infor mation contact Jeanne Thomas at 553-3331. Museum Registrar, Eraina Palmer will be the instructor for a Beginning Quilt Class Saturday, January 1 3 and 27, 1996 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at The Museum. The class cost will be $30 and is limited to 12 participants. The first 12 people who pay their fee will be accepted and the deadline is Wednesday, January 10, 1996 at 5 p.m. Participants will learn fabric se lections, cutting, sewing, and back ing of quilts. They will also learn to cut and sew straight and to see their designs take shape. Call Jeanne Tho mas at The Museum (553-3331) for details and supplies that will be needed. A Family Sewing Samplers Class will be held on January 27, February 3, March 2 and 9, 1996 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in The Museum Library. In structors will be Jeanne Thomas and exhibit beginning Jan. 12 B.K. said she patterned her quilt portrait of My na after a colorful photo Myrna had given to Pete Courtney (Myrna's husband and B.K.'s brother) when they first became a couple. The quilt has vibrant colors, and much detail. "I wanted the piece to attract the attention of the visitors to the quilt show and the Museum," B.K. continued. "Art should cause a reaction." "Something always happens when I am in the process of crating art," B.K. said. "The art allows me to see inside myself. I began to define my appreciation of my sister-in-law as an individual and as a woman. Then as an Indian woman and especially as a Wasco woman," she said. "In this way, I define myself through my understanding of all the women I have known." B.K. said to honor Myrna and all the women like her, she named the quilt portrait, "In Honor of Beautiful Wasco Women." Approximately 20 different quilters are entering their work in the show, with some entering just one quilt and others submitting up to 4 to 5 quilts. The sizes range from wall hangings, and baby quilts to king size quilts that will be displayed. A few of the quilts are family heirlooms and others are made especially for back-up investment plan. Write down your retirement goals. This will make it easier for you to see how much money you're going to want to save. Save at least 10 percent (preferably more) of your gross income. This will give you added security both now and when it comes time to retire. Increase monthly savings. How much of your income are you saving per month? Could you afford to save more if you cut out a luxury or two? that there are certain situations mat are simply out ot everyone's control. "I could have done something." Parents should point out that death is natural and that, in many cases, nothing can be done to stop it. Ifs okay to be sad. Kids need to know that grieving is natural and acceptable. They also must see that they aren't acting "babyish" when they cry. Give comfort. Help children see how their lives were enriched by the person or special pet that has passed away. Encourage them to recall the happy times and memories in the face of sadness. If your family is religious, it is often helpful to let children draw strength from their faith. Tell your children that grandma or grandpa has gone to heaven or at least to a better place where he or she won't have to suffer any more, Will counseling help? If the child seems to still be having trouble coping with a loss especially of a loved one after a few months, it may be time for parents to consider professional counseling to help the child. Counseling is also a good idea if the child either witnessed the death or was one of the first to encounter the dead body. several classes Sue Ryan and the class will include beginning hand sewing and pattern making. Items to be made include: girls wing dresses and leggings; boys leg gings and vests; yarn belts, along with three beadwork stitches. There is no fee involved however partici pants are asked to bring their own supplies such as cloth, ribbon, mea suring tape, thread, needles, scissors, yarn and crochet hook. Beads are furnished by The Museum's Educa tion program. Thomas said the dates are set to give people enough time to make new feast outfits. The class is open to families but parents must attend with their chil dren. Traditional Fashions Through Time is scheduled Saturday, March 16, 1996 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at The Museum. The fashion show will feature traditional antique outfits, contemporary fashion outfits, pow wow outfits along with Indian cow boycowgirl outfits. Tribal member Bridgette Scott is coordinating the event with Jeanne Thomas. For information on any of the classes or fashion show contact Jeanne Thomas at The Museum 553 3331. the quilt show. It is the first time a fabric show featuring only tribal members will be exhibited in The Museum's Changing Exhibit Gallery Museum Executive Director Michael Hammond said, "It's unique in that quilting is generally a non-Indian medium but yet the flavor of the quilts, designs and colors reflect the traditional culture." For more information on the show, contact B.K. Courtney or Roxanne Casey at The Museum (541)553-3331. I & v-fafc 1 . . $v 1