September 15, 1998
Tribal Life
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New national GED deadlines applied
As hard as it is to believe, summer is almost over and students have returned
to school. For many adults, this is also a great time to return to school. In many
areas, GED classes are booming as a result of increased interest in high school
completion. New federal and state requirements, better job opportunities, and
self improvement are the main reasons people are signing up. ;
Students who have already started the testing process, have an even more
important reason to finish their requirements. In the past, Oregon has had an
open-ended testing policy which allowed people to work toward their GED
indefinitely. There is now a three year limit on die amount of time allowed to
finish the five GED tests. . All tests must be retaken if you fail to meet the new
deadlines. The new criteria for test completion is as follows: .
If your first test date is in: You must complete requirements by:
1995 or before December 31, 1999
1996 December 31, 2000
1997 December 31, 2000
1998 Three years from the date of the first test.
Grand Ronde GED classes will begin on Tuesday, September 22 and con
tinue on Tuesdays and Thursdays (except for holidays or bad weather) from 4
to 7 p.m. GED classes, co-sponsored with Chemeketa and instructed by JoAnn
Leathers, are open to the community. CTGR tribal members may also access
tutoring services by appointment by calling 879-2275. '
Moccasin and drum making classes
We are still hoping to offer a moccasin making class in Salem and a drum
making class in Salem and Eugene. There is still not enough tribal members
registered to run these classes, if you are interested call 879-2275.
Youth drum dedication at pow-wow
The Youth Leadership
I Groupt whichwas ora-
nized by Lisa Leno and
Dustin Harmon, took part
'in a drum dedication cer
emony at the Pow-wow,
Clifford Latta, who do
nated the drum to the
youth, received a saddle
blanket as an expression of
thanks from the youth.
Dietrick Peters (pictured
here) received a Pendleton
blanket as thanks for his
wonderful art work on the
drum. His art represents the four directions of the medicine wheel and five
feathers for the five Grand Ronde Tribes. The generosity of Tribal Council
for providing a beautiful Pendleton blanket for the drum is also appreciated.
Thanks also goes to the Peters family for putting the drum together.
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New student activities
Many colleges and universities will
be hosting various activities for new
and returning students:
Oregon State University: Wel
come Brunch for Students of Color
on Sept. 26 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Eastern Oregon University: Na
tive American Higher Education &
Career Awareness Workshop for
High School Students on Oct. 2.
- SILETZ -September
21, 22, and 23:
October 19, 20, and 21:
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- SALEM -Oct.
5: 3 to 7:30 p.m.
Oct. 6: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Oct. 7: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Congratulations!
MICHAEL HALLER, a recent
graduate from Eastern Washington
University in Cheney. Michael earned
a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biol
ogyChemistry. He was an excellent
student and we look forward to work
ing together again in the future when
Michael enters Medical School.
DANA STEPHENS, a recent
graduate from Spokane Community
College where she earned an Associ
ate of Applied Science Degree in Wa
ter QualityHydrographer. She
graduated with Honors, was the
President of the Water Resource
Club, and a Charter member of the
Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society.
A belated congratulations goes to
LEANN DRUM for the successful
completion of her GED. We wish her
continued success in her goals.
Wellness sponsors "get-together" for girls
On August 24-26, a total of twelve tribal girls participated in the first Tribal
Teen Girl Get-Together. This project was sponsored by the tribal Wellness
program through a grant from the state to provide prevention education ser
vices to tribal children and youth.
Topics covered were: teen pregnancy, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, substance
abuse, tobacco use, skin care, the dangers of tanning, dental care, HIV AIDS,
relationships and sexually transmitted diseases, hair and make-up care, and
manicures. These classes were held for three full mornings, and all the girls
participated fully in every activity.
Wellness would like to thank the following women for making these classes
a success: Kathy Faber, Family Nurse Practitioner; Sheila Blackater, Dental
Hygienist; Patti Tom-Martin and Sandy Van Woert, owners of Image Makers
Salon; Julie Little, Registered Cosmetologist; Amelia Houg; Tersa Stewart;
Crystal Szczepanski; Cindy Martin-Butler; Winema Wolf; Donna Standing
Rock; Lisa Leno; Debbie Childers; and Peggy Biery.
Also, congratulations to April Griffin, who won a gift certificate from the
teen survey drawing. The survey information will be used to develop educa
tional classes and activities for teens.
Cultural gatherers will meet
i : The first Gatherers' Association
will meet on Thursday, September
24 from 3-6 p.m. at the Siletz tribal
office, 188 West "B" Street in Spring
field, OR. An invitation is being ex
tended to all Native people who
gather, or who are interested in tra
ditional gathering practices of West
ern Oregon tribes. This meeting
would be valuable to Native people
who would like to know more about
gathering foods, basket materials,
woods for carving, and plants for
medicinal or ceremonial use. Em
ployees who work in cultural re
source protection and natural re
sources may also be interested, as
well as Elders and members of other
tribal committees. For more infor
mation, please contact Shawn Hos
tler at 1-800-422-0232, ext. 2319.
"Ni xw a Nesayka Wawa."
Co-op seeks Native artisans
The artisans working within the Or
egon Maid store in Dallas are look
ing to expand into a multi-cultural co
operative. The objectives of the co
op is to provide the following to its
members: improve bargaining power
when dealing with other businesses;
reduce costs; obtain market access
and broaden market opportunities;
and increase income.
The artisans are working with the
Department of Agriculture and the
Watermark Association of Artisans,
who were recently featured on the
Carol Duvall Show on the Home and
Garden Television channel.
The cooperative is looking to assist
its members in creating income by
retail consignment, wholesale trade
shows, special catalogue orders, and
classes for members and the general
public. If you are interested in be
coming a member, the group is hold
ing a meeting. Contact Kimberly
Zoutendijk at (503) 838-0899 for
more information.
Pre-paid legal service plan available
Tribal members have access to a
legal service plan through Pre-paid
Legal Services, Inc. (PPLSI). PPLSI
is a large national company and can
provide a large comprehensive range
of legal services to members regard
less of where they reside.
Membership participation is on a
voluntary self-pay basis. The cost of
this valuable service is only $14.95
per month per head of household.
Household coverage will include
head of household, spouse, and de
pendent children. This will cover
non-member spouses and children as
well. The service plan is comprehen
sive including help with existing con
ditions. Just like auto insurance or
life insurance, you never know when
you will need legal services. A Pre
paid Legal Plan is an affordable peace
of mind. For more information call:
Andy Jenness, Independent Associ
ate, at 1-888-740-7150.
Tanoos Turn-Turn program begins
The Tribe's Before and After School Care program Tanoos Tum
Tum ("Little Heart") began on September 8. Tanoos Turn-Turn
Is held at Grand Ronde Elementary School beginning at 7:30 a.m.
and ending at 5:15 p.m. This service is for tribal and Native stu
dents only. There are 25 openings available on a first-come, first
serve basis. Call 879-2318 for more information.