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Maricopa, Arizona Volume XXIV, Issue 17 September 3 - 16, 2010
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
Monsoon rains bring strong wind and fl ash fl ooding
Mouchette selected as Arizona 2010 Angel in Adoption honoree
Hurricane like winds and heavy rainfall came into the Ak-Chin Indian Community Saturday, August 26th, toppling trees, causing roof damage, and fl ooding in different parts of the Community. The storm was a culmination of the two days prior, which had Community departments responding quickly to rising fl ood waters heading to the Main Village and performing water rescues to a stranded high school golf team.
The monsoon began midmorning Thursday when a thunderstorm of heavy rain and lightning knocked out power in Ak-Chin. For a bit, phone lines were down and 911 services were temporarily interrupted. It was reported that one lightning strike hit an Ak-Chin home.
On Friday, a slow moving storm cell in the Table Top Mountain area, southwest of the Community, dumped rain for hours before slowing moving southeast towards the Tucson area. That large amount of rain created the water fl ow in the normally dry Vekol Wash.
Later Friday afternoon, the water rose rapidly and the running Vekol Wash reached Farrell Road shortly after midday. The wash soon began to overfl ow the banks and head east toward the main village. Sanitation, Maintenance and Environmental Protection department employees responded quickly to erect dirt blockades along Farrell Rd. to control and divert the water away from residents and departments.
While the water began to recede by late afternoon, further downstream a group of sixteen high school golfers and two coaches found themselves stranded on a patch of ground north of State Route 238, just west of the Dunes Golf Course. Ak-Chin Police, Fire and Environmental Protection departments all came together to bring all golfers, including their golf equipment, to
safety. EPD’s pontoon boat was utilized for the water rescue and no injuries were reported.
Saturday’s storm brought hurricane like winds, and more excessive rainfall. Power lines were affected, and some of the older taller trees were uprooted. Several residents had roof damage. The Community’s vehicles experienced some damage as well as the Farm’s mechanized agricultural sprinklers, which were blown over from the high winds.
Various Councilmembers were out surveying the damage alongside the emergency personnel and would like to extend their deepest gratitude “to all the ‘rescue crews’ for taking care and keeping everyone safe.
If you want to be touched by an angel, meet Edward Mouchette, Court Program Coordinator, with the Ak-Chin Indian Community Court. Mouchette will be one of over 100 individuals to receive his ‘angel wings’ at the 2010 Angels in Adoption Gala to be held the fi rst week of October in Washington D.C. A father of fi ve foster children, Mouchette received a call from a staffer of Congressman Raul Grijalva’s offi ce informing him that he had been selected for the honor, representing the state of Arizona. The Angels in Adoption Program, supported by the Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute, gives Members of Congress the opportunity to honor someone who makes extraordinary contributions on behalf of children in need of homes. Congressman Grijalva selected Mouchette as honoree for 2010. “I feel honored to get it,” said Mouchette, “I’ve never done it for recognition.” Nominated by someone
who remained anonymous, he thinks he’s fi gured out who submitted his name. The honor will bring him back to Washington D.C. where his path to being a foster parent began. Back then, recognizing the lack of structure in the lives of children in foster care, he became a mentor -someone who provides assistance and guidance to children who oftentimes transitioned into different family and group homes before most likely aging out of the system at age 18. A fi fteen year Army veteran, he moved to Arizona where his parents retired, and began working at the Arizona State Prison in Florence, working on the open yard. One thing he noticed was that the majority of inmates were 18, and he wondered why there were so many young people. He saw that they were scared, with some coming right out of the juvenile facilities. He pushed several of them to get their GEDs.
Page 2 WishesPage 3 Elder NewsPage 4 Magdalena TripPage 5 Department Profi lePage 6 Cultural Resources Page 7 Library News
Page 8 Storm PhotosPage 9 SportsPage 10 Department UpdatesPage 13 Other NewsPage 14 Harrah’sPage 15 Announcements
Vekol Wash overfl ows and heads east toward the Main Village. Inset from left to right: A tree north of St. Francis church uprooted; Ak-Chin Farm’s sprinklers overturned from strong winds; Skunk enjoys the water fl ow with a quick swim.
Story by KD Morago photos by Runner staff
continued to page 3
Story by KD Morago
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September 2010Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1 John Batopis
Daniel Chavez Vanessa Soliz
2 Jennifer Smith
Bernadette White
3 Michelle Justin
Theresa Ormsby
4 Tommy Jensen
Bianka Stephens
5 Dawson Allison
Patricia Thomas Philbert Narcia Sr.
Robert Santos Jr.
Harrison Smith
6
7 Clayton Antone
Joseph Justin Gabrielle Manuel
Matthew Manuel
Randall Narcia Jorge Stephens
8 Sylvia Gutierrez
Alana Oliver Darris Vincent
9
10 Steven Narcia (Ugalde)
11 Mary Narcia
12
13 Tatum Campbell
Lisa Matuz
14 Lucy Antone
ShaMarie Florez Eva Romo
15 James Antone
Krislyn Pablo
16 Angela Manuel
Angelo Manuel Fernando Smith Jr.
Graham Smith
17 Frederick Antone
Rosalie Perry Stephanie Peters
Josiah Thomas
18 Marin Lopez
Molly Norris Rebecca Ruiz
Shirley Schisler
19 Sonia De Paola
Andres Hernandez Joycelyn Kanitobe
Robert Miguel
Travis Narcia
20 21 Monica Rodriguez
22 Evangelyn Hoffman
Gabriel Santiago Iris Smith
Shannen Smith
23 Nicholas Anderson
Jacob Dickerson Jr. Cleo Narcia
Cleo Pablo
Cecily Peters Tracey Vincent
24 25 Nakeasha White
26
27 Irene Arredondo
Alyssa Garcia
28 Jason Kaniatobe
29 Lily Maldonado
Arnold Narcia
30 Tyson Lopez
Dominic Romo Veronica Santiago
Events for the Month: 4th—Community Rummage & Food Sale 7am @ Milton “Paul” Antone Park
8th—Food Handlers Class 10am-12pm @ Social Service Building Adult Art Class-Fun & Easy Floral Arrangement @ Him-Dak Museum
15th—Adult Art Class-2010 Scrapbooking 10am-12pm @ Him-Dak Museum
17th & 18th—Fastpitch Tournament @ Milton “Paul” Antone Park
TO: My baby Girl (Vanessa Soliz)
How the years have past so fast
how so many birthdays have gone
by so quick. From that sweet baby to
the litt le girl who asked a thousand
questions and is Daddy’s girl,
to a very mature ya I said mature
young adult. With her own kids and l
itt le girl who asked the same thing
as you did. I know you have went thru
some rough times, but baby that is part
of growing up and you will survive you
are a strong woman, with your guardian
angel (lu’lu) looking down on you she will
take care of you as she has all these
years...I’m really proud of all you have
accomplished these past years and
there is more to come just keep your
head up high and be yourself. Just know
I will be here for you and support all you
want to do. I Love you my Wallie,
Have a great Birthday, So
HAPPY BIRTHDAY NESSA!
Love you, MOM
Happy Birthday Danel
We hope that you have fun on
your special day with your family and
buddies. We have gone through so much
together but we made it through.
For this reason we remind you to stay
focused and follow your goals don’t
grow up too fast just because it’s
your crazy teen years. Again
Happy Birthday Girl, remember we love
you and want to Thank-you
for all you do for us.
God Bless You Always!
Dad, Mom, Woody, Kyle, Steve,
Babies (your nieces/nephews)
Happy Belated Birthday to
Vanessa Soliz!!
I hope you have a nice day. Don’t be
bumping into things, that was funny
when you worked with us, the funny
things you did. Miss those times!
Have a Happy Birthday!!
Fr: Silas
Happy Belated Birthday to
Neggie White!!
Hope you had a good day!
Sorry it’s not pay week. ☺
Happy Belated Birthday to
Angel I. Arellanes!!
“Belo” you didn’t talk much when you
were here but I’m sure you’re talking your
Grandma Brenda’s ear off . I hope you
enjoy your toys! We love and miss you!
Happy Birthday “Belo”
Love Uncle Silas
Happy Birthday to Missy Justin!!
Thanks for everything,
sorry it’s not pay week.
From Silas
Happy Birthday Krislyn Pablo!!!
We hope you have the best birthday ever
You’re such a sweet girl you deserve it.
Let us know what you want =)
Love, Isaiah, Kaylan and Diana
Happy “16th” Birthday Joey
16!!!!! Look at my cute, innocent son
when you were younger. Now you are
a real handful for us!!! Dang, Joey 16
years have come and gone!! Where have
all the years gone. Now look at you a
young, handsome man. I know we have
our moments but that is called being
“Parents”!! Papi & I just want the best for
you. We all know that you have it in you to
accomplish anything you want but it’s all
up to you. But we want you to know that
we will always be here to support you.
Happy Birthday & We Love You Joey!!!!
Ooops, forgot gott a do the dance!!
Love, Papi & Mama
Happy Birthday to
Our/Big Brother Joey
Hey bro!! Man you gett ing old,
just kidding!!! We hope that you
enjoy your birthday!! We are sorry
for always gett ing into your things or
gett ing on your nerves. But that is
the fun part when you chase us!!
We love you big brother Joey!!
Love, Nanie, Jun, Latt ie & Lili
Happy Sweet “16” Joseph
I don’t even want to ask what you want
boy your are expensive ☺ Well you are
gett ing older hope you make the right
choices and behave/fi nish school. Again
Happy Birthday and enjoy your day!
Love Auntie and The Gang
Happy Birthday Jr.!
We love you baby!
Love Daddy and your brother
Happy Belated Birthday to
Milo & Jacob
“Sekik Masik am em ui heg en
mad c venag mam am ma smac
man has masma si has em elid c tacu
mapt cem hegid o an en vemack”
Heg ep amjed ida mumsigo himdag mapt
am i: vemt heg en mad c en vem kikam ida
mo’d em ma:kig. Sap am em
nukud heg d nadokam.”
Je’e c em Venag
Happy Birthday Daniel Chavez,
have a great day.
From Marina and the kids.
Happy Belated Birthday to
Candi Chavez,
Hope you had a great day.
Did David get you something special?
From Marina and the kids.
Happy Belated Birthday to
Mitchell Justin.
I hope it was a great one and hope
all your B-day wishes come true.
Hope we dance together next year.
My former boss. A.M.
Have a Happy Birthday Bianka.
Hope your special day will
make your wishes come true.
Love, Aunt Jeannie.
Happy Belated Birthday to all my July
and August born grandchildren Lyndsey,
Leeann, Kaylan, Johnny Cat, Rachel,
and Darren Peters, Michelle Narcia
Laila Gardner and Jennifer Rodriguez.
Hope you had wonderful birthdays.
Love Grandma Evelina.
September 3 - 16, 20103 3
Motivated to make a difference before young men ever reached prison, he transitioned into juvenile counseling at Canyon State Academy (CSA). It was at CSA that he met his fi rst foster son Michael. Michael actually approached Mouchette asking if he would adopt him. Mouchette said he had laughed it off, but fi ve years ago, adopted him as a single parent. Soon after, Mouchette’s profi le was being matched up with foster children who had no families and his family began to grow. “I couldn’t see these boys without a home,” he said, “they had so much potential.” He also refl ects that the adoptions were not easy. The boys experienced living on the streets, and were exposed to substance abuse issues in their younger years. As they came into his home, he went ahead and petitioned for adoption for each of them, fi rst Michael, Devon, Aaron, Edward, and little Michael. He also welcomed Sergio. Because Sergio aged out of the foster care system, he wasn’t adopted, but Mouchette, recognizing how former foster care youth experience a high rate of homelessness, unemployment, and often become a part of the criminal justice system, brought Sergio into his
home to continue to mentor him to adulthood. All call him “Dad.” And there are others. Mouchette estimates that with mentoring, he has 50 to 60 children who call him Dad. “Many that I fostered through mentorships, it just keeps coming,” he said, “Each one needs an opportunity.” Even as a foster parent, Mouchette still fi nds time to fi t in school. Once attending college earlier in his career, he’s working on completing his Bachelor’s degree at Arizona State University with a dual major of justice studies and psychology. He would like to go into juvenile law and child advocacy. With the drastic fi nancial cuts the state of Arizona has made to foster care programs, he’s even considering a future run for the state legislature to advocate for juvenile rights. He continues to do pro bono work with the state special needs IED program and although he has no plans to continue adopting, he does however want to reach the children who age out of the system (children who do not get adopted or fi nd homes) and give them a foundation of hope. With the assistance of others, he’s created the Nehemiah Youth
Foundation, which he hopes will catch these children who age out of the system before they ever go out in the world alone. Mouchette plans to bring the Nehemiah, which stands for “God has comforted,” or “comforter,” organization into fruition by fall. Mouchette defi nitely encourages individuals to consider becoming
foster parents. “I don’t regret it, if I had to do it all over again, I would.” It’s not easy he admits, because some foster children do have issues. But he has helped his children work though them and if you’re an individual with patience, he encourages you to consider being a foster parent. He said, “There is change, if there is love.”
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The Mouchette Family (seated from left to right) Michael Edward Mouchette, Aaron Mouchette, Edward Mouchette IV, and Michael Anthony Mouchette. Standing L to R: Sergio Saveedre, Edward Mouchette, and Devon Mouchette.
Elder News Briefs
ELDER FIELD TRIP Elders will have a Field Trip to As you Wish Pottery Place to make handpainted ceramic pieces. They will leave the Elder Center at 9am
SEPT. GUEST COOKS The Ak-Chin Fire Department are returning to the Elder Center as Guest Cooks for the Day. They are planning a delicious menu. Lunch will be served at 12 noon.
TAI CHI CLASS BEGINS
On Mondays at 9 am a Tai Chi class will be starting for all Elders. All are encouraged to attend
MOVIE DAY SEPT. 16TH Elders will be going on a fi eld trip to the Movies in Casa Grande on September 16th. The deadline to sign-up will be September 8th.
ELDER LUNCH EDUCATION
Laura Munson, a Registered Dietiician from Gila River Health Care in Sacaton will be providing lunch time education on Healthy Diets for Older Adults at 12 noon at the Elder Center on Tuesday, September 14th.
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Sonya Pena selected to Central Arizona College Dean’s List
Passports need for MagdalenaStory by R. Miguel
Story & Photo by R. Miguel
Ak-Chin’s, Sonya Pena, was recently selected to the Dean’s List at Central Arizona College. Pena is currently attempting to obtain her Child Development Associates certifi cate.
Members of the Ak-Chin Community make the trek by foot from Pazo Verde to Magdalena, Mexico last year. The Magdalena pilgrimage is set to take place again in late September.
Congratulations to Sonya Pena, Childcare Teacher Aide, at the Ak-Chin Childhood Program, was recently selected to the Dean’s List at Central Arizona College.
Pena, who is in her fi rst year at CAC, is currently taking classes to obtain her Child Development Associates certifi cate, a needed certifi cation to work in the Child Development fi eld for the community.
For an entire year, Sonya would travel to the Coolidge campus every other weekend and attend her scheduled classes from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. During school, she learned how to understand kids better, how to work with their mechanics, see differences in their mood swings and to bring out the artist in them and help them learn who they are. Another important topic was learning to create a positive environment for students.
“To be a person going to school, working full time, raising a family
and to be on the Dean’s List is a real accomplishment,” said Sandy Mays, Director of the Ak-Chin Child Development School. “To be recognized by the Dean of Students at any college is very diffi cult. A lot of students who are only students don’t accomplish that.”
After she obtains her certifi cate, Sonya plans to continue school for the next two years and earn her Associates Degree in Child Education, followed with her pursuit of a Bachelors Degree in the Special Needs fi eld, which will allow her to work with special needs children in the community.
Sonya is very thankful for the support from her family, from her mother Georgiana Corella, grandfather Richard Joaquin, Sr. and husband Joseph and daughter Aria.
“Maintaining the grade point average was hard only because when I was growing up I was always taught that the mother of the family was supposed to stay home and cook and clean,”
Sonya said laughing. “But my husband was very supportive and took care of things at home and with our daughter which made it a little easier.”
An obstacle that Sonya overcame during her schooling, was the passing of her grandfather, Lino Valles, Sr. Despite his passing, she felt the need to continue, knowing that he’d be proud of her accomplishments. One of the positives of being selected to the Dean’s List for Sonya is that when scholarships and other fi nancial aides are dispersed, she will be in consideration for them.
When Sonya is scheduled to walk down the aisle to receive her degree at CAC sometime within the next two years, she will keep in mind that this is just the beginning of what she really wants to accomplish, a Bachelors Degree in the Special Needs fi eld. Only then, will she feel that she achieved her ultimate goal.
Sonya is focused at pursuing her education to the highest level and with her determination that Bachelors Degree is within site.
The annual pilgrimage to Magdalena, Mexico is vastly approaching and the Tohono O’odham Nation held a special meeting for walkers and participants who were making the trek in late September early October.
The meeting’s main objective was to explain to the membership the proper way to fi ll out a passport application, which would allow them entrance into Mexico. It used to be that if you were a member of a Native American community, you were allowed permissible access into Mexico with only a Tribal Identifi cation Card, but now you are required to get a passport.
“We are currently still working with Government Offi cials from Magdalena in hopes of still continuing to use Tribal Identifi cation during the annual pilgrimage,” said Verlon Jose, Government Offi cial from the Tohono O’odham Nation who organized the passport meeting. “From my understanding, you can still carry and use your Tribal ID but it’s up to Mexican offi cials who stop and ask for your identifi cation if they want to recognize it or not. So just to be on the safe side we encourage everyone to get their passport.”
Jose goes on to say that it is Mexican Law that you must have a passport after you’ve passed the 21 kilometer zone that is set for entrance into Mexico. If you only plan on traveling into Nogales and Senoita, which is within the zone, you only need your Tribal ID.
Offi cials in Magdalena are working diligently with Tohono O’odham offi cials to make the entrance into Mexico smooth because of the importance the pilgrimage is for all Native Americans and for what it brings to Magdalena economy wise.
Following the passport meeting, “Walk Leaders” who organize the yearly walk from Pazo Verde to Magdalena were given safety tips on what they
might endure during their journey as drug cartels who are at war with each other continue to use the route to traffi c drugs into the United States.
Some information needed on possibly obtaining a passport included; proof of birth certifi cate, previously issued U.S. passport, infant baptismal certifi cate, medical records, early school record, valid driver’s license, Government I.D. and Social Security card.
The cost for passports are as follows; (all include application and execution (process) fees) passport book for 16 years of age and older - $135, passport book for 16 years and under - $105, passport card for 16 years and older - $55, passport card for 16 years and under - $40, passport book and card for 16 years and older - $165, passport book and card 16 years and under - $120.
All passport purchases can be made at any governmental facility near you, only checks or money order are accepted and they can be made payable to the “Department of State”. The distinction between a book and card passport is: a book passport allows you to fl y by plane to another country; and a card passport allows you to travel to another country through land and sea. A card passport is primarily used during the Magdalena pilgrimage.
The meeting was open to all Native American communities who had members planning to make the trek. The Ak-Chin Community has no plans of holding a similar meeting according to Councilman Gabriel Lopez. “As far as I know, members have been aware for some time that they would need a passport this year to go to Magdalena,” he said. “So I believe we’re all prepared to go on our side.”
If you want more information, you can contact Brenda Cruz, Governmental Secretary for the Tohono O’odham Nation at (520-383-2028).
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Saddleback Elementary hosts Native American NightStory by R. Miguel & Photo by Deidra Carlyle
Department Profi le: Prosecutors Offi ceStory & Photo by R. Miguel
Community MeetingMonday, September 27, 2010
Ak-Chin Service Center6 - 8 pm
Items to be sold: School uniforms Clothes Toys
Movies Breakfast Burritos Baked goods
Housewares Menudo
Spaces are free and will be set up at the basketball courts outside the gym.
COMMUNITYRUMMAGE & FOOD SALE
WHEN: 9/4/2010 (Saturday) 7am - ?WHERE: MILTON “PAUL” ANTONE PARK
Prosecutor, Brian Burke and Legal Assistant, Collette Susunkewa make up the Ak-Chin Prosecutors Offi ce staff.
Parents and students make academic calendars and bookmarks during the Native American Night at Saddleback Elementary.
When Ak-Chin was fi rst established in 1961, the community relied on the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) to bring in prosecutors to try Ak-Chin Community members for crimes they’d committed. The prosecutors usually acted as judges also, imposing sentences of individuals who were found guilty or pleaded guilty for a crime. Over the next several years, the community slowly distanced themselves from BIA offi cials and started contracting with outside Judicial Services for Prosecution.
In the late 1980’s, when the community started to become fi nancially self suffi cient and crimes started to increase, they decided to create a Prosecution department to prosecute crimes.
One of the fi rst Prosecutors for the community was Richard Perry, a Native American who was enrolled with Salt River Pima-Maricopa community in Scottsdale. Perry was with the community for a few years, before deciding to enter private practice. Following Perry, other Prosecutors that followed included; Kristina Kalker, Ed Vance, Julie Gibbons and Lisa Tibedow.
Currently, Collette Susunkewa, Legal Assistant, who is in her sixth year with the department and Brian Burke, Prosecutor, who is in his 4th month make up the Prosecutor’s Offi ce. Burke, who hails from Pennsylvania, attended the
University of Canton, Ohio. Following his education, he spent some time as a Prosecutor and Defender while in Pennsylvania. Burke also spent three years in Nevada performing the same duties before a stint as a Prosecutor for the Salt River Indian Community.
Burke’s duties include prosecuting a case on the community’s behalf when someone is charged with a crime in the community. After an individual is charged with a crime by Ak-Chin Police Offi cers, the case is then sent to the Prosecutors Offi ce who then takes the case in front of a judge or jury for conviction or plea agreement.
Thus far, Burke has prepared forty to forty fi ve cases for prosecution. The department not only tries adults, but juveniles also. Traffi c, civil, nuisances, dependency and criminal cases are some the offenses that have come through the department’s doors.
Burke is fairly new to the community and he welcomes community members to come to the offi ce and get to know him and if they have any questions about the department or his duties, he would be more than glad to address any inquiries.
Sunsunkewa’s duties include; drafting reports, sending out victim letters, fi ling fi nancial fi gures and other administrative duties.
During the Native American Education Program, the fi rst Parent Advisory Committee meeting was held for the new year as the committed elected new offi cers. All of the current offi cers stepped down to allow others to take over this year. The new offi cers nominated themselves and were unanimously voted into offi ce.
This year’s committee consists of; Blanca Narcia as Chairperson, Benjamin Chee was elected Vice-Chairperson and Labelle Herrera was selected as Treasurer/Secretary. Former offi cers Candi Chavez and Karla Cuny agreed to offer their support and assistance to the new board as they start the year.
The goal for the PAC committee is to increase parental involvement in the PAC and offer more opportunities for parents to take part in their children’s education. Also during the program, a PowerPoint presentation titled “Raising a Reader
– Tips for Parents” gave an overview on how to foster a love of reading for children. The presentation gave tips on what are good book choices, how to help children pick out books, where to fi nd good books, and how to incorporate reading into everyday life.
Children were able to make academic calendars and bookmarks. Every child that attended was also able to pick out a couple of Scholastic books to read at home.
June Shull, Native American Parent Liaison announced that she would be leaving the Native American Education Program to take a teaching position at Butterfi eld Elementary School. June still plans to work closely with the PAC committee members to ensure a seamless transition. She has enjoyed building the program and wants to ensure that the program continues.
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Throughout the last few months there has been many questions regarding mange among some dogs residing in Ak-Chin; most recently during the IHS Rabies Clinic and when IHS partnered with the Arizona Department of Health Services and Tribe to draw blood samples from dogs to determine if ticks carrying Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF) were present in the Community. Community members have raised concerns that mange is becoming a bigger problem. Many of the questions that were asked pertained to what mange is, how dogs get it, how to get rid of it, and how to prevent their dog from getting mange. The purpose of this fact sheet is to answer these questions and to provide a general overview of mange. Additional questions or further concerns should be directed to your local veterinarian.
What is mange?There are two main types, demodectic and sarcoptic. Demodectic mange, or Red Mange, occurs when demodex mites that normally live on your dog multiply in unusually large numbers. This happens when your dog’s immune system is unable to kill them off naturally. The scratching, itching and licking of the infected spots turn them red. Since demodectic mange is not
contagious this article will focus on sarcoptic mange.Sarcoptic mange is caused by an infestation of mites that is contagious between dogs and is found worldwide. This mite mainly affects dogs; however, mild signs have been reported in humans as well. This mite lives up to 21 days and transmitted when there is direct contact of a diseased dog to a healthy dog.
Signs and Symptoms: Irritation and itching are major signs of sarcoptic mange. Lesions will appear to be bumps on the skin that dogs will scratch—action than can cause injury to the dogs. A thick crust on the skin and hardening of the skin will follow. These lesions will be found around the belly region, chest, elbows, legs, neck, ears, and head. Dogs may experience stress, depression, and a decline in their overall condition and appearance due to the extreme itching that accompanies this condition.
Untreated cases of mange may develop a red, itchy & scaly skin condition and possible color change in some areas of their body. The skin will get hard and thick with scales and develop folds. Enlarged lymph nodes, getting thin, and a decline in your dog’s overall health
due to severe complications could result in death.
Diagnosis Taking a skin scraping as a sample for examination may be helpful, but it’s a hard disease to diagnose through skin scrapping alone. Sarcoptic mange can be diagnosed by clinical history, signs and symptoms. The sudden onset of irritation, lesions, crusts and hardened skin usually help the diagnosis. Your local veterinarian might have other tests for diagnosis as well.
Treatment A detailed treatment plan may be prescribed as topical or systemic by your veterinarian. After bathing a diseased dog with an anti-acaricidal shampoo (shampoo with pesticides), other topical treatment may include removal of dirt and debris from lesions and applying antiseptics. Several dips of lime–sulfur, at intervals of 5 days, are highly recommended. A systemic treatment plan includes the administration of Ivermectin or Selamectin. Ivermectin is considered a very effective option if administered orally or by injection. It is prescribed as two doses at interval of 1 – 2 weeks depending upon severity of infestation.
CAUTION: Ivermectin has adverse effects in several breeds of dogs such as collies and collie crosses. Selamectin is considered safe in dogs and has low or no adverse effects in Ivermectin–sensitive dogs. Supportive therapy is important; multi-vitamins or mineral supplements, including zinc, might be recommended.
Prevention Dog Scabies can be prevented by limiting contact with other dogs that may have the condition. Roaming dogs have a higher chance of obtaining this disease. Diseased dogs should be isolated, as this disease is highly contagious and wide spreading. The use of spray that kills mites around and in the dog houses is highly effective in controlling the problem.
Additional InformationFor additional information about this fact sheet, contact the Indian Health Service Offi ce of Environmental Health and Engineering at (480) 592-0091. References used in this fact sheet include:
Merck Veterinary Manual (Merck & Co. 2008)Veterinary Clinician Manual (California Press. 1997)
Cultural Resources Program Celebrates O’odham Himdak Mascama
During Saturday’s August 14th showcase, from left to right: Jonas Miguel, Juan White, Milo Antone, Danel Peters, Marco Thompson, Martin Antone, Sr., Kyle Chavez, Lyle Reams and Daniel Chavez. Not pictured: Javier Zepeda.
Power outages, rain, and lightning didn’t stop the celebrating at the Ak-Chin Service Center when the Cultural Resources Department honored all the Cultural Classes Instructors and students in the O’odham Himdak Mascama classes starting in September 2009 to August 2010. Thursday August 26th, the evening highlighted the efforts of the Waila Music Class and also all the students who attended the Inter-Tribal Trust funded Cultural Classes for the year. Recognition included the Gourd Class, Men Culture Class, Tamale- making classes, Sewing classes, and the Music Classes. In December, the Language Program will recognize the students from the Language Classes who also benefi ted from the funding with educational materials to use in the classes. The classes will also be able to have printed O’odham booklets for their classes from now on which
were funded by the grant. The grant assisted the Language Program to have a Language Instructor at the Ak-Chin Child Development Program everyday to assist the Teachers and Students learn their O’odham Neok. In addition, the students received Cultural classes in songs, dances, and stories for one hour each day. While they ate at the various tables, everyone refl ected on their class experiences. For the students that took the Tamale class, it was their fi rst time to make tamales. The class was taught by Josephine Johnson, and everyone enjoyed the experience and appreciated the cooking tips given by the Instructor. The Sewing class students shared similar sentiments. The class was taught by Elena Cypriano. In the beginning, Carmen Narcia and Costella Lopez, started out the sewing students with potholders and pillows. When the Instructors were identifi ed the class
made traditional O’odham dresses and ribbon shirts for the Ak-Chin Early Childhood Program. Some of the Students took more then one class or they came to gather and talk about the past when the community members use to gather and work on cooking or crafts together. Mr. Ron Carlos from the Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community
came for an all day class and taught the Gourd Class. A student remarked that it was a great experience. Each student was able to make a gourd to take home at the end of the class. Mr. Gus Antone was another Instructor that came to talk to the Men about the traditional roles for the Men in the community. The session must have been enlightening for the group that attended since many of
Him Dak Youth Art Class
After completing their afternoon project at the Him-Dak Museum, (from left) Yvonne Santa Cruz, Cayla Thomas, Calvin Antone and Noahli Antone practice using their paper plate noisemakers. Art classes for the children and adults were throughout the month of August. The adults learned to paint on glass and create fl owers, while the children m ade m agic w ands, baby bi rd n ests, an d f eathered f riends. Photo by KD Morago
Mange in Dogs
Story by KD Morago with submitted photo
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Ak-Chin experienced its fi rst “red carpet” moment when the stars of “Diebrary” walked the carpet set outside the library doors, which led into the make shift theatre to debut the new movie. Held Friday evening August 27th, the young stars were quickly followed by family and friends with the activity room soon fi lled with great anticipation. So much so that the evening began with screams as writer and director Jeffrey Stoffer jumped out of the closet with a plastic machete and was drenched in fake blood to get the audience in a terrifi ed frenzy. Filmed over a period of three days during the summer, Ak-Chin students became actors, extras, and assisted with props. Director Jeffery Stoffer compiled and put the fi lm together. Parents attending enjoyed the fi lm and many said, “It’s a cute movie.” Stoffer presented out takes that did not make the fi lm as well as comedic bloopers. During the premiere he also took time to honor those who participated in the Library’s fi rst movie project. Major cast members received ‘Oscars,’ and a personal DVD copy of the fi lm. Ribbons were given to supporting cast and fi lm roles. Receiving Oscars and a DVD of the fi lm were: Irene Arredondo, Carlton Carlyle, Jr., Bianka Mata, Amelia Osife, Brittany Paddock, Sammy Paddock, Dannon Peters, and Anyssa Justin. Receiving recognition ribbons for supporting roles were: Anthony Andaverde, Eduardo Andaverde, Maxine Antone, Gregorio Castro,
Earl Justin, James Lopez and Avery Susunkewa. Supporting adult characters were: Vice-Chairman Leslie Carlyle-Burnett, Lucy Antone, Matthew Cross, Henry Garcia, Karen Gardner, Jeannette Peters, Jeffrey Stoffer and Melanie Toledo. Rez Dog made a special appearance as himself. The fi lm’s fi nal credits give a “Special thanks to all the parents that put up with us accidentally getting blood on their kids clothes. We tried not to, but the stuff gets everywhere.” The fi lm is featured in it’s entirety at www.youtube.com under Diebrary.
Ortiz shares poetry at Library Simon Ortiz, nationally recognized poet, spoke to a captive audience at the Ak-Chin library on Thursday, August 19th. Of Acoma descent and currently a professor at Arizona State University, Ortiz has published over 24 books. This was the fi rst poetry reading hosted by the Library. The evening began with a dinner of fry bread and chili stew. The delicious stew was made by Evelina Lopez and the fry bread was prepared by Roxanne Vincent. Ortiz began with the poem “Chili Stew.” He read from several of his books, such as “Woven Stone,” and “Out there Somewhere.” His poetry often refl ected moments in his upbringing. There were times that he recited a poem in song, in particular a poem which talked about the fi nal hours with his father in a hospital called, “Heartbeat.” Ortiz’ interest in poetry began while a student at the University of New Mexico. He said, “I grew up in an oral tradition of the Acoma language adding “writing is really a form of the same oral tradition, writing another use of language.” After the reading, the Library held a door prize raffl e for twenty one lucky attendees who were
given there own personal copy of Ortiz’s book, “Out there somewhere.” Everyone moved into the library where Ortiz signed each book. It is Simon’s hope that when people experience his poetry readings that it “makes people aware that their lives, their knowledge, and their own awareness is important. So if there is awareness of my work as a writer, as a poet, as a storyteller, I want that to be able to be realized and appreciated because it’s important to them that they have those same abilities.” One attendee shared with Library manager Melanie Toledo, “Thank you for the book, it was fun. I hope to see gatherings like that in the future.”
Diebrary Premieres
From left to right: Jeffrey Stoffer, Irene Arredondo, Anyssa Justin, Carlton Carlyle, Bianka Mata, Dannon Peters, Sammy Paddock, Earl Justin, Karen Gardner, Maxine Antone and Lucy Antone pose after the debut of the movie Diebrary. Cake and punch was served immediately following the movie. Story and photo by KD Morago
Story and photo by KD Morago
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Flood damage in the Community
Late Friday afternoon, August 27th, rain waters made their way into the community near the resevior down Vekol Wash which shut down west Farrell road.
Rescue crew members from the Ak-Chin Community pull people to safety on a miniature boat after they were left stranded by high waters from the fl ood at the Dunes Golf Course.
Norbert Peters, Sr. of the Ak-Chin Maintenance Department dumps dirt along a berm in an attempt to stop rapidly aproaching waters from reaching the main community area.
Photos by Runner Staff and Gabriel Lopez
A semi-truck contemplates crossing Vekol Wash but withdrawls after watching the water rise higher.
Six teams comprised of Community and Harrah’s employees took to the hardwood at the Ak-Chin gymnasium for two days as the Ak-Chin Recreation Employee Volleyball Tournament commenced on Wednesday August 25th and Thursday August 26th.
First sets included an upset for the EPD team who lost to the Recreation team. Library and Arizona Natives squared off next, with Arizona Natives taking that set. Antone’s then challenged the Recreation team and put the Recreation in the loser’s bracket. The Fire Department also sent the Arizona Natives down the bracket with their
fi rst loss. Arizona Natives were then eliminated from the tourney as they were out-volleyed by EPD.
Thursday matched team Library against the Recreation, with Library advancing to the semifi nals.
Antone’s and Fire Department then played to see who would make it to the championship round. Antone’s, with only four players, easily advanced to the championship round. EPD and Library, both with one loss aggressively worked the net to move into the fi nals. The Library sent EPD packing, as they advanced to face off with the Fire Department. Both the Library and Fire
teams kept it close, but the fi nal game had Fire pulling away as the winners.
In the winner take all, the Fire
crew fi nally settled in and took the championship from Antone’s, who came in second, while Library placed third.
9-12 year old Basketball Team Top l to r: Coach Thomas Carlyle, Alex Lewis, James Lopez, Adaisha Williams, Tyra Williams, Danel Peters and Coach Jesse Estrada. Bottom l to r: Isaac Carlyle, Shawn Brown, Alyssa Estrada, Morgan Peters and Coach Diana Estrada.
Ak-Chin Boys Pony League Team Top from l to r: Raymond Whittman, Jeremy Carra, Dustin Whittman, Lorenzo Baptopis, Armando Cano and Coach Alvin Antone. Bottom from l to r: Joseph Justin, Carlos Cano, Jose Lopez and Alyssa Garcia.
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Second Place - Antone’s, from l to r: Waylon Antone, Marla Antone, Ann Antone, Debbie Soliz and Alvin Antone.
Champions - Fire Department, from l to r: Carlo Moreno, Jennifer Rodriguez, Dave Henson, Mike Garza, Raychel Peters, Cecil Peters, Gary Bell, Brian Schaublin, Cheryl Pevler and Adella Zabawa.
Third Place - Library, from l to r: Jeffery Stoffer, Henry Garcia, Jr., Lucy Antone, Karen Gardener, Brandon Peters and Flora Howerton.
Ak-Chin Recreation Pony League Baseball
Ak-Chin’s Armando Cano delivers a pitch against Guadalupe during Pony League baseball play at Milton “Paul” Antone Memorial Park.
Ak-Chin Recreation Co-Ed Basketball team places 4th in Back to School Tourney
The Ak-Chin Co-Ed 9-12 year old basketballers (white jerseys) prepare for a free throw, the team captured 4the place in the Salt River “Back to School” tourney last week.
Ak-Chin Fire Department take Ak-Chin Recreation Employee Volleyball TournamentStory by R. Miguel and Photos by KD Morago
Photos by Renee Carlyle
Photos by R. Miguel
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Check with Human Resources for the latest job announcements.
Please pick up applications at the Human Resources Offi ce or
e-mail your resume to [email protected].
Complete your applicationin full and be sure to
sign your name. Submit applications before the closing
date as late applications will not be accepted.
If you are claiming Indian Preference, proof of tribal
enrollment MUST be submittedat the time of application.
Current openings in the Community:Firefi ghter/EMT or CEP
(temporary, part-time, no benefi ts)
Detention Offi cer
Police Sergeant
Angela CarterTruant offi cer
Education
Daniel Domogala Jr.Treasure
Finance Department
Lucy JerryElder Care WorkerElderly Department
David SchelskeMaintance Technician
Maintance Department
Proper Disposal of Household
PesticidesSubmitted by:
Environmental Protection Department
The proper way to dispose of any pesticides is by following the directions on the label. Most pesticide labels carry information on its proper use and disposal. Usage of the entire product is highly recommended since improper storage can be dangerous to human health and the environment. If you are not able to use it all or properly store it, you can ask a neighbor or relative if they might be able to utilize the pesticide. If sharing isn’t possible, and a household hazardous waste collection program isn’t available, often the only other alternative is to dispose of household pesticides in the trash. This is the least-preferred disposal option, but it may be the only option available in some areas. If trash disposal is the only option then please use the following directions. Please remember these disposal techniques should only be used as a last resort.
Dry Pesticide Disposal:Dry pesticides (less than 1 gallon) should be double-bagged in trash bags and then placed in the trash.
Liquid Pesticide Disposal:Liquid pesticides (less than 1 gallon) should be wrapped securely in several layers of newspaper, double-bagged in trash bags and then placed in the trash. Liquid pesticides and fertilizers are the only liquid wastes that are allowed to be placed in the trash because it is generally more hazardous to try to stabilize these wastes, especially for chemically sensitive individuals.
Pesticides and herbicides should never be disposed of in the toilet or sink as they will cause problems at the wastewater plant. Please remember that these procedures are intended for small quantities (less than 1 gallon) of pesticides from a household only. As always, please read the label and buy only enough material to do the job thus avoiding leftover pesticides.
If you have any questions, please contact the Environmental Protection Department at 520-568-9378.
DO YOU HAVE c o n c e r n sa bo u t fa l l in g ?
Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. A MATTER OF BALANCE is an award-winning program designed to manage falls
and increase activity levels.
This program emphasizes practical strategies to
manage falls.
YOU WILL LEARN TO: view falls as controllable set goals for increasing activity make changes to reduce fall risks at
home exercise to increase strength
and balance
WHO SHOULD ATTEND? anyone concerned about falls anyone interested in improving balance,
flexibility and strength anyone who has fallen in the past anyone who has restricted activities be-
cause of falling concerns
Classes held at the Elder CenterOpen to any Ak-Chin resident 55+
Classes Start Tuesday September 7th9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Classes are held once a week for 8 weeksProgram is FREE
ONLY 12 SPOTS AVAILABLEDeadline Sept. 3rd
For more information please call:520-568-1082 or to sign up call 520-568-1760
A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns About Falls Volunteer Lay Leader Model 2006This program is based on Fear of Falling: A Matter of Balance Copyright 1995 Trustees of Boston University. All rights reserveUsed and adapted by permission of Boston University.A Matter of Balance Lay Leader ModelRecognized for Innovation and Quality in Healthcare and Aging, 2006, American Society on Aging.A Matter of Balance Lay Leader Model was developed by a grant from the Administration on Aging (#90AM2780)
The classes will start on Sept. 20th.For more information and to sign up, call the
Ak-Chin Health Education Program.There will be 10 slots open for all classes
the Fall Iditarod Challenge.
The Fall Iditarod Challenge will have 3 Individuals to a team.
Call The Ak-Chin Health Education Program for more information.
568-1080.
*** TEAM EVENT ***
Youth Sports Conditioning ClassNon - Impact Excercise ClassBeginners Crossfit Class
The Fall Iditarod Challenge
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A “risk factor” is anything that increases your risk of developing breast cancer. Many of the most important risk factors for breast cancer are beyond your control, such as age, family history, and medical history. However, there are some risk factors you can control, such as weight, physical activity, and alcohol consumption. Be sure to talk with your doctor about all of your possible risk factors for breast cancer. There may be steps you can take to lower your risk of breast cancer, and your doctor can help you come up with a plan. Your doctor also needs to be aware of any other risk factors beyond your control, so that he or she has an accurate understanding of your level of breast cancer risk. This can infl uence recommendations about breast cancer screening — what tests to have and when to start having them. Risk factors you can controlWeight. Being overweight is associated with increased risk of breast cancer, especially for women after menopause. Fat tissue is the body’s main source of estrogen after menopause, when the ovaries stop producing the hormone. Having more fat tissue means having higher estrogen levels, which can increase breast cancer risk. Diet. Diet is a suspected risk factor for many types of cancer, including breast cancer, but studies have yet to show for sure which types of foods increase risk. It’s a good idea to restrict sources of red meat and other animal fats (including dairy fat in cheese, milk, and ice cream), because they may contain hormones, other growth factors, antibiotics, and pesticides. Some researchers believe that eating too much cholesterol and other fats are risk factors for cancer, and studies show that eating a lot of red and/or processed meats is associated with a higher risk of breast cancer. A low-fat diet rich in fruits and vegetables is generally recommended. For more information, visit our page on healthy eating to reduce cancer risk in the Nutrition section. Exercise. Evidence is growing that exercise can reduce breast cancer risk. The American Cancer Society recommends engaging in 45-60 minutes of physical exercise 5 or more days a week. Alcohol consumption. Studies have shown that breast cancer risk increases with the amount of alcohol a woman drinks. Alcohol can limit your liver’s ability to control blood levels of the hormone estrogen, which in turn can increase risk. Smoking. Smoking is associated with a small increase in breast cancer risk. Exposure to estrogen. Because the female hormone estrogen stimulates breast cell growth, exposure to estrogen over long periods of time, without any breaks, can increase the risk of breast cancer. Some of these risk factors are under your control, such as:
taking combined hormone replacement therapy (estrogen and progesterone; HRT) for several years or more, or taking estrogen alone for more than 10 years being overweight regularly drinking alcohol
Recent oral contraceptive use. Using oral contraceptives (birth control pills) appears to slightly increase a woman’s risk for breast cancer, but only for a limited period of time. Women who stopped using oral contraceptives more than 10 years ago do not appear to have any increased breast cancer risk. Stress and anxiety. There is no clear proof that stress and anxiety can increase breast cancer risk. However, anything you can do to reduce your stress and to enhance your comfort, joy, and satisfaction can have a major effect on your quality of life. So-called “mindful measures” (such as meditation, yoga, visualization exercises, and prayer) may be valuable additions to your daily or weekly routine. Some research suggests that these practices can strengthen the immune system. Risk factors you can’t controlGender. Being a woman is the most signifi cant risk factor for developing breast cancer. Although men can get breast cancer, too, women’s breast cells are constantly changing and growing, mainly due to the activity of the female hormones estrogen and progesterone. This activity puts them at much greater risk for breast cancer. Age. Simply growing older is the second biggest risk factor for breast cancer. From age 30 to 39, the risk is 1 in 233, or .43%. That jumps to 1 in 27, or almost 4%, by the time you are in your 60s. Family history of breast cancer. If you have a fi rst-degree relative (mother, daughter, sister) who has had breast cancer, or you have multiple relatives affected by breast or ovarian cancer (especially before they turned age 50), you could be at higher risk of getting breast cancer. Personal history of breast cancer. If you have already been diagnosed with breast cancer, your risk of developing it again, either in the same breast or the other breast, is higher than if you never had the disease. Race. White women are slightly more likely to develop breast cancer than are African American women. Asian, Hispanic, and Native American women have a lower risk of developing and dying from breast cancer. Radiation therapy to the chest. Having radiation therapy to the chest area as a child or young adult as treatment for another cancer signifi cantly increases breast cancer risk. The increase in risk seems to be highest if the radiation was given while the breasts were still developing (during the teen years). Breast cellular changes. Unusual changes in breast cells found during a breast biopsy (removal of suspicious tissue for examination under a microscope) can be a risk factor for developing breast cancer. These changes include overgrowth of cells (called hyperplasia) or abnormal (atypical) appearance. Exposure to estrogen. Because the female hormone estrogen stimulates breast cell growth, exposure to estrogen over long periods of time, without any breaks, can increase the risk of breast cancer. Some of these risk factors are not under your control, such as:
Breast Cancer Risk Factors
starting menstruation (monthly periods) at a young age (before age 12) going through menopause (end of monthly cycles) at a late age (after 55) exposure to estrogens in the environment (such as hormones in meat or pesticides such as DDT, which produce estrogen-like substances when broken down by the body)
Pregnancy and breastfeeding. Pregnancy and breastfeeding reduce the overall number of menstrual cycles in a woman’s lifetime, and this appears to reduce future breast cancer risk. Women who have never had a full-term pregnancy, or had their fi rst full-term
pregnancy after age 30, have an increased risk of breast cancer. For women who do have children, breastfeeding may slightly lower their breast cancer risk, especially if they continue breastfeeding for 1 1/2 to 2 years. For many women, however, breastfeeding for this long is neither possible nor practical. DES exposure. Women who took a medication called diethylstilbestrol (DES), used to prevent miscarriage from the 1940s through the 1960s, have a slightly increased risk of breast cancer. Women whose mothers took DES during pregnancy may have a higher risk of breast cancer as well.Breastcancer.org
*Submitted by Ak-Chin Health Education
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them didn’t return for the next session. The evening began with viewing of video footage from the Saturday, August 14th waila music sharing at the Community Gathering by the Cultural Resources Band (CRB), as they were identifi ed by Mr. Bob Miguel, MC for San Juan Feast. The community gathering was held under the Vato, featuring both students and instructors. As the video played, and after the blessing of the food, everyone enjoyed a barbeque meal. The video playing was the fi rst time that the music students got the chance to see themselves perform. In the video, students Martin Antone, Sr., (saxophone), Daniel Chavez (guitar), Kyle Chavez, (drums), Lisa Chavez, (saxophone), Jonas Miguel, (accordion), and Danel Peters, (drums), each took turns playing at Saturday night’s event and each picked the individual songs of their choice to play. While the students took breaks, Daniel Chavez played the entire night for all the songs. The music classes began in February, and with the exception of the Chavez brothers, this was the fi rst time students had ever picked up an instrument. It was destiny that Lisa Chavez would play the instrument she chose. A freshman at Mountain Pointe, her brothers got to pick out her name at birth and decided to name her “Lisa,” after the The Simpson’s character. In the cartoon, Lisa is often playing a saxophone. Although, proud parents David and Candi Chavez enjoyed hearing their three children Daniel, Kyle and Lisa play, they did not get to dance and will probably look forward to some future Chicken Scratch dance classes. Another proud parent was Denise Jackson-Miguel, who actually went to every practice to encourage her son Jonas Miguel who selected the accordion. He quickly learned to play his favorite tune, “Ghost riders,” and it was one of his performance selections. A student at Legacy, he continues to practice with a family instrument at home. Danel Peters was the girl drummer of the group. A seventh grader at Maricopa Wells, the hardest song for her to learn was a cumbia. She enjoyed her experience and mom Lerline Peters defi nitely supports her efforts and encourages other parents to consider sending their children to the next class. During the serving of cake, Caroline Antone, Cultural Resources Manager, presented gifts of appreciation
to all the instructors. Everyone received a bag imprinted with O’odham Himdak Mascama, including the parents. Gift cards were given to the students of the Music class who stayed with the classes and completed the eight months. The class started with 22 students and for different reasons, the six students who played at the Community Gathering fi nished all the classes. In addition, we had Carmen Narcia who learned to play Guitar completed the eight months of the class. When receiving his award, Martin Antone, Sr. shared his gratitude and Thank you to the staff of the program and everyone who participated. He said he truly, “lived his dream,” of playing in a waila band and blessed to have played with his son, grandchildren, niece and nephews, as we know somehow we are all related and as the eldest of the students he just knew they were his relations.” Ending the project, comments from the Cultural Resources staff are that it was a lot of hard work to keep the classes going, cooking for every class, and sad to see the students that quit coming to the classes but they would do it all over again, if given the opportunity. The staff had the most fun and “parental experiences” from everyone that participated to watch them grow and especially for the Music students to hear weird sounds become Waila music they have heard all their lives. Manager, Mrs. Antone wanted to share that, “ we always hear from the community wanting to learn about Traditional ways but once they come and fi nd out how hard it is and how tough some of the teaching really are, then they quit coming. Especially, for the adults, but we need to keep coming to learn because we are the role models of the Youth in the community. If we are not willing to learn and participate, we can’t tell them what is important, we have to live it in order for them to learn. Lastly, our Elders and Huhugam had a lot of tougher issues to deal with along the way, they managed, and sustained what we have today, and we have to protect that for the future. Thank you to the Ak-Chin Tribal Council for allocating the funding to our Department and giving us the opportunity to touch all the lives of the Instructors and Students who participated in the classes. And, a grateful Thank You to Carmen, Velacita, and Duane for all the hard work and sacrifi ce of their evenings and weekends to manage the classes. Great Team work. Sape.”
Cultural Resources continued
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FLORENCE – The Pinal County Public Health Services District will begin providing fl u shots to the public on Friday, October 1, 2010 by appointment only. For your convenience, and to ensure short wait times, we will begin scheduling appointments starting Tuesday, September 7, 2010 and continuing through the end of October. In order to schedule appointments for adults, please call toll free 1-888-431-1311, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 am and 5:00 pm. Flu shots through the Pinal County Public Health Services District are just $15, a bargain compared to the cost of cold and fl u medicines or trips to the doctor’s offi ce and missed work. If you are unable to schedule an appointment, the opportunity to receive a fl u shot as a “walk-in” will be available on the following days after October 23, 2010: Kearny – Wednesdays 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Oracle – 2nd Friday of the month 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Eloy – Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Mammoth – Wednesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays 8:00 am-6:00 pm Superior – 3rd Thursday of the month 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Apache Junction – Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays & Saturdays 8:00 am-6:00 pm
Coolidge – Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Casa Grande – Mondays, Wednesdays,
Fridays, & Saturdays 8:00 am- 6:00 pm
Stanfi eld – The 2nd Wednesday of the month 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Maricopa – Wednesdays 9:00 am - 3:30 pm Please be advised, all Pinal County Public Health Services District clinics will be closed Monday, October 11, Tuesday, November 2, Thursday, November 11, and Thursday, November 25.
The Pinal County Public Health Services District has not received any fl u vaccines for children yet. Once the youth dosages are received, children can receive a fl u shot without an appointment at their local Pinal County Public Health clinic. Updated information will be posted on the Pinal County Information Hotline toll free at 1-866-279-7148 as it becomes available.
In order to reduce that chance of catching the fl u this season, the Public Health Department recommends frequent hand washing using soap and warm water for 30 seconds. If you do become ill, it is important to stay home to help prevent spreading the illness to others. For more information on infl uenza and vaccinations, please call the Health District hotline at 1-866-279-7148.
The number to call for appointments is 1-888-431-1311. Pinal County’s website features a host of information pertaining to county services, emergency management, tourism, public health and much more. Explore www.pinalcountyaz.gov and discover Pinal County’s wide open opportunity.
[PHOENIX], August 30, 2010 — Many people in this country have experienced a signifi cant crisis in their home or neighborhood, but less than half of the people surveyed by the American Red Cross have taken steps to be prepared for emergencies. In the last four months, your local Red Cross volunteers have opened three shelters in Flagstaff during wildfi res and fl oods. Additionally, they have helped dozens of people impacted by three large apartment fi res in the Valley. September 2010 is National Preparedness Month, a time set aside for the last seven years to encourage Americans to prepare for emergencies in their homes, businesses and communities. The Red Cross urges everyone to take steps now to be ready when emergencies happen. In a survey conducted late last summer, the Red Cross found that although 89 percent of those surveyed believe being prepared is important, far fewer people are ready for when that happens. Twenty percent of those surveyed have not done anything to get prepared, and aren’t sure where to get started. “Being prepared today can save lives tomorrow,” said Bill Epps, Grand Canyon Chapter Chief Executive Offi cer. “You are your best defense against emergencies. The Red Cross can show you what simple steps you need to take to prepare yourself and your loved ones for emergencies.” There are three things people should do to be prepared – build an emergency preparedness kit, make a plan as to what your family will do in an emergency, and
be informed about what resources are available in your community and what types of disasters could occur there. Your emergency preparedness kit should contain enough supplies for three days in case you need to evacuate. Supplies should include water (one gallon, per person, per day), nonperishable food, a fl ashlight, battery-powered or hand-crank radio, extra batteries, fi rst aid kit, a 7-day supply of medications, a multi-purpose tool, sanitation and personal hygiene items and copies of important personal documents. Your emergency plan should be a joint effort, including the members of your household. Make sure each person knows how to reach household members, including an out-of-area emergency contact person, and knows where to meet if they can't go home. Being informed is important. Learn about what resources are available and what types of disasters are most likely to occur where you live, learn, work and play. Take a fi rst aid and CPR/AED course—a vital component of disaster preparedness in case emergency help is delayed. For For more information about local activities during National Preparedness Month, contact the Grand Canyon Chapter at 1-800-842-7349 or visit www.arizonaredcross.org. (1) The general preparedness fi ndings are based on an online survey of 1,306 U.S. residents 18 years and older conducted July 24-August 7, 2009 by Harris Interactive on behalf of the American Red Cross.
Red Cross Urges Arizonans to Get PreparedSeptember 2010 is National Preparedness Month
About half of Americans (51 percent) have experienced at least one signifi cant emergency where they have lost utilities for at least three days, had to evacuate, could not return home or communicate with family members or had to provide fi rst aid to others.
More than a third (37%) lost utilities for at least three days.
Although 89 percent of those surveyed believe it’s important to be prepared, far fewer are ready for an emergency.
For the purposes of this survey, we classifi ed respondents as reasonably prepared if they have put together an emergency kit, completed fi rst aid or CPR training and have gotten far enough in their disaster planning to have an out-of-town contact, a meeting place outside their neighborhood and have practiced their plan.
Only 12 percent have taken all of these steps. 20 percent have taken none of them.
Less than half of Americans (47 percent) have assembled a kit.
Less than half (45 percent) have identifi ed an out-of-town contact.
Only about one in four (24 percent) have practiced their emergency plan.
Many people still do not know what to do to prepare.
20 percent are not sure where to start.
Nearly half want a list of basic. supplies needed in an emergency kit.
28 percent would like an online
preparedness website that helps them fi gure out what they need to do to prepare.
The general preparedness fi ndings are based on an online survey of 1,306 U.S. residents 18 years and older conducted July 24-August 7, 2009 by Harris Interactive on behalf of the American Red Cross.
American Red Cross Emergency Preparedness SurveyKey Findings and Conclusions
Flu Season Coming Soon, Schedule Flu Shots Starting September 7
September 3 - 16, 201014 14
Co-Ed (Fastpitch) Softball Tournament
September 17-18th, 2010 Deadline:
September 8th, 2010
Entry Fee: $175.00 Hooded Sweaters for Champions
Long Sleeve for 2nd Place T-Shirts for 3rd Place 1st-3rd Place Trophies
Male/Female MVP Awards
For more info or to enter a team call: Sonny Hoffman
@ 520-560-2879 or 520-568-1745
September 3 - 16, 201015 15
Him-Dak Musuem After School Art Program
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1 2 3 Wild Animal Mask
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5 6 Talking Animals/Paper Plate Bumble-bee
7 8 9 10 Dragon/Seashell Flower
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12 13 Weaving Bookmark
14 15 16 17 Accordion Critters
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19 20 Boogie Monsters
21 22 23 24 25
26 27 28 29 30
September 3r d - Wild Animal Mask Grades 1-8 Have Fun Making a mask of your favorite animal of the savanna.
September 6th – Talking Animals/Paper Plate Bumblebee Grades 1-8 Start with a paper fortune-teller and turn it into talking animal.
Make your very own cute bumblebee!
September 10th - Dragon/Seashell Flower Grades 1-8
Create a fierce dragon with your own handprints. Use shells that re-semble flowers to create a seashell flower.
September 13th - Weaving Bookmark Grades 1-8 Make your own bookmark by weaving yarn.
September 17th - Accordion Critters Grades 1-8 These animals make fun table decorations you can play with at your
next party.
September 20th - Boogie Monsters 1-8
These zany desktop dancers have the “cents” t o stand on their own two feet.
Check sessions y ou would lik e to attend
F low e r Ma k ingG a the ring
Five Reasons to Attend
1. Learn how to make Crepe Paper Flowers.
2. Need a new hobby.
3. Great way to volunteer your time.
4. Helps relieve stress.
5. Show your creative talents.
Program Starts: Wednesday, August 4th
thru Monday, October 27th. From: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at the Ak-Chin Him-Dak Museum Classroom.
Open to Ak-Chin Community Residents who would like to participate in making crepe paper flowers. All flowers made are used for All Souls Day.
For further information contact the Museum at 520-568-9480
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-Brighten up your home with these fun flowers.
Adult Art ProgramAugust 18th September 22, 2010
Sign up at the Him Dak Museum (you choose which class you would like to take)
August 18, 2010-Paint on Glass Project -Turn plain glass into vibrant works of art.
August 25, 2010-Fun Funky Flowers
September 1, 2010-Fancy Fleece No-Sew Blanket -Keep warm with this fleece blanket, no sewing involved!
September 8, 2010-Fun & Easy Floral Arrangement -Make a beautiful floral arrangement for your home or as a gift.
September 15th & 22nd, 2010-Scrapbooking -Have fun preserving your pictures in a creative way. Scrapbooking is a creative way of displaying those memorable pictures that would otherwise be sitting in a box.
ATTENTIONFood Vendors
Native Arts & Crafts VendorsInformation Booth
If you would like to participate as a vendor we will be accepting the first 10 Arts vendors and first 10 Food vendors who submit their application and payment by the deadline date of September 17, 2010, no later than 5:00 p.m. to the Ak-Chin Him-Dak Museum office. A fee of $20.00 for each booth is required with the exception of the Information Booth, There will be no fee required. MONEY ORDERS ONLY NO, cash or checks. Applications and guidelines can be picked up at the museum office or call (520) 568-1350. All events will be held at the Milton P. Antone Memorial Park from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Ak-Chin Him-Dak Museum47685 N. Eco Museum Rd.
Maricopa, AZ 85139 520-568-1350
Ak-Chin Indian Community Maricopa, Arizona
Native AmericanRecognition Day
September 25, 2010
September 3 - 16, 201016 16
The Bureau of Indian Affairs’ Office of Justice Serviceshas an immediate need to fill Federal Police Officer positions
to protect and serve Indian Country.
Candidates with prior law enforcement experience will be given priority consideration. Applicants with current state certification may be considered for a 2-1/2 weeks
Federal bridge certification in lieu of full basic training.
Salary From $36,670 to $57,694
Recruitment bonus of up to $14,000 may be authorized
Benefits Health & Life Insurance, Retirement Program, Thrift Savings Plan (401k),
Paid Sick Leave and Vacation Time, Paid Holidays, Flexible Work Environment,Paid Employment-Related Training and Education Opportunities.
For more information on qualifications and to apply: www.indianaffairs.gov/WhoWeAre/BIA/OJS/index.htm
or Call Melanie Kolzen (405)247-1541 email: [email protected]
The Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) is an Indian Preference and Equal Opportunity Employer