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2 SEPTEMBER 15, 2004 Smoke Signals "Let us put our minds together and see what kind of life we can build for our children" Sitting Bull Help Families Grow Stronger The Social Services program is sponsoring a two day Nurturing Parenting Facilitator Training and we would like to invite all inter ested community members to participate. When: October 7 & 8, 2004 Where: Spirit Mt. Casino For information & registration please contact at Carmen Pearsall, Prevention Specilaist at 503-879-2094 or Lisa Leno, Youth Preven tion Coordinator at 503-879-1471. ATTENTION TRIBAL MEMBERS 2004 RESTORATION CELEBRATION & POW-WOW VOLUNTEERS NEEDED We need volunteers to help with the mini pow-wow and names of people who would like to be considered for preparing the meal. If you ore a Tribal member cruft, vendor and would like to participate, thena will be no cost to set up, but space will bo limited and you will need to bring your own tables. For more information pleune contact Juckio Provost at C03-879-7724 or Dakota Whitocloud at 603-879-1309. Dear Tribal members, I would like to take the time to thank those who have supported me while pursuing a very dear and personal goal. About 8 years ago I chose to return to school and become an Occupational Therapist. This goal was met with many raised eyebrows and looks of wonder. Pursuing an educa tional goal that requires dedication and continued hard work for 8 years is not a small feat for anyone, let alone for a mother of three who has been out of school for more then 10 years. Despite this, I chose to follow my heart. I believe it was after successfully finishing my first year that those around me started to take me serious. It was at this time my mother told me about the education department at the Tribe. Soon I was in contact with April Campbell who set me up with the appropriate paperwork needed to apply for a scholarship. April was so kind, understanding and genu inely interested in my goals it made the process seem effortless. I received a full scholarship for the remainder of my undergraduate career. I was also fortunate enough to receive a Tribal scholarship for graduate school as well. This spring I finally received my degree in Occupational Therapy. However, my blessings do not stop there. Before I could practice as an O.T. I needed to pass my National Boards. Again, the Tribe was there for me and providing the necessary funding and support needed to register for the exam. As of August 16, 1 can gratefully state I have completed my goal and am now an official Registered Occupational Therapist. Becoming an R.O.T. has not been an easy task, however with the sup port of my loving and understanding husband, my forever-patient chil dren and respectful Tribe my goal has been achieved. In closing, I must not forget to thank my parents who provided me with the morals and values needed to pursue this goal. Together they taught me courage, perseverance and compassion for all. Thank-you all for helping me learn how to paddle my own canoe. Jodie McCue Roll 4152 Dear family and friends, We would like to thank all of you for the flowers, cards and comfort you gave to us during the passing of our mother, Etta Hansen. We would also like to thank the Tribal Council (past and present) for the Burial Fund Ordinance. It was greatly appreciated not to have to think about finances when we just lost our loved one. Again thank you all so much, The Children of Etta Hansen mm PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICE 9615 Grand Ronde Road, Grand Ronde, OR 97347 1-800-422-0232 FAX: 503-879-2173 www.grandronde.org BRENT MERRILL PUBLIC INFORMATION MANAGEREDITOR 503-879-2321 brent.mCTTllK3igrandronde.org . fffll JUSTIN PHILLIPS GRAPHIC DESIGNER 503-879-2190 KBrJn.phllllpsgrandronde.org a RON KARTEN STAFF WRITER 503-879-4663 ron.kartengrandronde.org DEADLINE DATE ISSUE PATE Fri.,Sep. 17 OCT.l Tues.,Oct.S OCT. 15 Wed., Oct. 20 NOV. 1 Fri.,Nov.5 NOV. 15 Wed., Nov. 17 DEC. 1 Fri.,Dec. 3 DEC. 15 Thurs., Dec. 16 JAN. 1, 2005 i j 1 "i TOBYMCCLARY PRODUCTION ASSISTANT I 503-879-1358 toby.rncclarygrandronde.org PETATINDA PHOTOJOURNALIST 503-879-1463 peta.dndagrandronde.org r t ----I SHELLY KENT CENTRAL PHONES 503-879-521 1 shelly.kentgrandronde.org MARTY GEORGE PRODUCTION ASSISTANT II 503-879-1453 marty.georgegrandronde.org SMOKE SIGNALS, a publication of the Confederated Tribes of the Grand Ronde Commu nity of Oregon, Is published twice a month. No portion of this publication may be reprinted without permission. Our editorial policy is Intended to encourage input from Tribal members and readers about stories printed In the Tribal newspaper. However, all letters received must be signed by the author, an address must be given and a phone number or email address must be included for verification purposes. Full addresses and phone numbers will not be published unless requested. SMOKE SIGNALS reserves the right to edit letters and to refuse letters that are deter mined to contain libelous statements or personal attacks on individuals, staff, Tribal administra tion or Tribal Council. Not all letters are guaranteed publication upon submission. Letters to the editor are the opinions and views of the writer. Published letters do not necessarily reflect the opinions of SMOKE SIGNALS, Tribal staff, Tribal administration or Tribal Council. Members of: Native American Journalists Association The Associated Press Editor's Note: For those of our local readers who are still looking for that new "Gath ering Place for the Indian Nation" that was to open in the old Cheers building along State Road 18 in Sheridan, as reported in our July 15 issue, we are sorry to say that last minute disagreements among the principles ended the project. Tribal offices will be closed on Friday, September 24 observance of National Indian Holiday. SMOKE SIGNALS is available to anyone at no cost. Fill out this form with your name and address, mail to: Smoke Signals, Attn: Subscriptions, 9615 Grand Ronde Road, Grand Ronde, OR 97347 OLD ADDRESS: (Please Print) NEW ADDRESS: GRAND RONDE ROLL :
