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MAY 15, 2008
Honor Guard seeks
past Veterans' Royalty
The Grand Ronde Honor Guard wishes to honor all past Veterans'
Royalty by having them attend the Friday evening Grand Entry of
the Veterans' Powwow on July 11.
Royalty members include Courtney Rose, Nikki Norwest, Ashley
Tuomi, Leah Brisbois, Orrin John Allen, and Halona and Leland
Butler Jr., and all current Royalty and any Tribal members who
were princesses.
"We would also like to invite all past Tribal Royalty to join us in the
Grand Entry on Friday," said Veterans' Special Event Board Chairman
Steve Rife. "Please come and wear your sashes andor crowns."
Those intending to attend should RSVP to Billie LaBonte at 503-879-5342
so she can compile a roster for the master of ceremonies.
ATTENTION TRIBAL MEMBERS
The following committees and SEB's have vacancies: Culture Commit
tee 2; Fish & Wildlife 1; Powwow SEB 1; Rodeo SEB 3.
Contact Dakota Whitecloud for an application andor more information
at 503-879-1309 or dakota.whitecloudgrandronde.org. Tribal members
can apply any time to serve on committees and special events boards.
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Dance practice for upcoming summer powwows will be held in May and
June in the Tribal gymnasium in Grand Ronde.
Dance practice will be held at 2:30 p.m. Monday, May 19, and Sunday,
May 25. In June, practice will be held 5:30 p.m. Monday, June 2 and 16,
and 2:30 p.m. Sunday, June 8 and 22.
Practice is open to all Tribal members.
For more information, call Jackie Many Hides at 503-879-7724.
Royalty participants and their parent or sponsor must attend all required events (powwows, parades, fundraisers, organizational meetings and oth
ers). Absences can be prearranged with the Royalty Coordinator. Three unexcused absences will result in disqualification from Royalty. Royalty par
ticipants are expected to stay for the duration of the events. This includes helping set up for events, such as meetings and parades, as well as dancing
during Grand Entry, InterTribals and staying until the flags are retired unless pre-approved with the Royalty Coordinator. Participants are expected
to speak in front of large groups of people. Royalty participants must be willing and able to dance. Remember: You are all part of a team and are
expected to treat yourselves, running mates and others with respect at all times.
Notice: New deadline date
Notice: Age requirement change
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Participating in Royalty court is an excellent opportunity for Tribal girls and
young women to learn our traditions and powwow protocol. Participants
represent the Tribe by attending powwows and various community events.
We encourage all young woman ages 5-18 to join. Participants must pro
vide their regalia.
Serving on Royalty Court requires a considerable commitment from the
participant and her sponsor; travel, fundraisers, classes, and meetings are
required for all competing participants.
Little Miss Grand Ronde 5-8 years of age
Junior Miss Grand Ronde 9-13 years of age
Senior Miss Grand Ronde 14-18 years of age
General Requirements:
1 . Enrolled Grand Ronde Tribal member
2. Must be alcohol and drug free
3. Never married, no children
5. Attend school regularly and be in good standing
6. Sign and comply with Royalty Guidelines and Agreement
7. Must have one year of dancing experience and powwow
protocol
Deadline Is June 1, 2008.
Applicant's Name:
Mailing Address:
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.Age:
Phone (Day):
Date of Birth:
Father's Name:
Mother's Name:
Sponsor's Name, Address and Phone (if different than a parent):
Why do you want to participate in Royalty? .
Applicant's Signature.
Parent's Signature
Sponsor's Signature (if different than a parent).
Return this application to: Powwow SEBRoyalty Coordinator
9615 Grand Ronde Road, Grand Ronde, OR 97347
Deadline: June 1, 2008
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All interested girls and boys must be able to meet the following guidelines
in order to be eligible for the Veterans' Royalty Court:
All must be enrolled members of the Confederated Tribes of the Grand
Ronde.
Participants should have never been married and have no children.
All must be enrolled in and currently attending a public or private school.
All must be drug and alcohol free.
Must have one year of powwow experience.
Must have their own regalia, or be able to make their own regalia before
the application deadline. Participants must be willing and able to attend all
Veterans' events and be prepared to represent the Veterans and the Tribe.
Must have a parent or sponsor willing to participate and attend activities
with the girls and boys and provide transportation.
As of July 9, 2008, you must be 9 to 13 years of age for Junior Veterans'
Royalty Queen Junior Veterans' Young Warriors: and 14 to 18 years of age
for Senior Veterans' Royalty QueenSenior Veterans' Young Warriors.
Deadline is June 15, 2008.
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Full Name:
Mailing Address:
Phone Number:
Date of Birth:
Roll :
Age:
Father's Full Name: .
Mother's Full Name:
Sponsor's Name:
Sponsor's Mailing Address:
Sponsor's Phone Number:
School Attending:
Year In School:
Why are you entering the Grand Ronde QueenYoung Warriors competition?
Parent or Sponsor Signature
Return this application to: Powwow SEBRoyalty Coordinator
9615 Grand Ronde Road, Grand Ronde, OR 97347
Deadline: June IS, 2008