Broward helps special needs teens transition to adulthood Education by Li Cohen - October 2, 2017October 2, 2017 For students who have learning disabilities, transitioning into adulthood can be difficult for them and their families. To help prepare Broward County youth and their families prepare for this transition, the T2I Special Needs Advisory Coalition, a subcommittee of Children’s Services Council of Broward County’s Children’s Strategic Plan, hosted the
Seminole Tribe receives $63,873 historic preservation grant News by Li Cohen - October 2, 2017October 2, 2017 Hard work does not always go unnoticed. Because of the efforts put forth by the Seminole Tribe of Florida’s Tribal Historic Preservation Office, the Tribe is set to receive $63,873 in a historic preservation grant from the National Park Service, a bureau of the U.S. Department of the Interior. U.S. Deputy
Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum prepares for 20th American Indian Arts Celebration News by Li Cohen - October 2, 2017October 2, 2017 BIG CYPRESS — Nestled in between Naples and Fort Lauderdale lies the opportunity for Native Americans throughout the country to unite. The Big Cypress Reservation’s Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum has received national recognition for its initiatives, and the 20th annual American Indian Arts Celebration is expected to only add to its well-known
Dale Herring transforms Bowlegs Town into literary adventure Community by Li Cohen - October 2, 2017October 2, 2017 Real estate developer and businessman H. Dale Herring had no idea his new home was Bowlegs Town, a Seminole site packed with history. When he found the property — located next to the Suwanee River — about 18 years ago, Herring originally intended to develop the land. After spending time in
Steven Lewis Simpson brings Native American story to life Community by Li Cohen - October 2, 2017November 1, 2017 Long gone are the days when films like “Pocahontas” represent the imagery of Native American culture. In a new film, “Neither Wolf Nor Dog,” filmmaker Steven Lewis Simpson effortlessly captures the heritage of the Lakota Nation. Based on the 1996 Kent Nerburn novel, “Neither Wolf Nor Dog” tells the story
Agencies unite to handle Hurricane Irma News by Li Cohen - October 2, 2017November 1, 2017 HOLLYWOOD — Hurricane Irma stormed into Florida as a category 4 on Sept. 10 leaving nearly 16 million people, including Seminoles, without power and hundreds in a crisis situation. For some Seminole reservations, the storm’s impact was mild, but for others the damage proved hazardous as Tribal members endured days
Boys and Girls Club teaches kids kindness Education by Li Cohen - August 31, 2017August 31, 2017 HOLLYWOOD, Fla. — The Boys and Girls Club in Hollywood is more than just an extracurricular venture for children; the organization aims to mold children into community leaders. To celebrate the end of summer and kick off the new academic year, the club hosted Kindness Week from Aug. 7 to 11. During
Student ambassador program leads students to success Education by Li Cohen - August 31, 2017August 31, 2017 Figuring out a career path takes much time and advisement. With the help of the Center for Student Success and Services’ new student ambassador program, however, this process has become a lot easier. CSSS created the program to match up tribal college students and seasoned professionals with tribal members looking to
Preparations commence for SAT testing Education by Li Cohen - August 31, 2017 Getting into college takes more than high grades and a substantial list of extracurricular activities. Students who plan to further their education are usually required to take the Scholastic Aptitude Test, more commonly referred to as the SAT. To help students prepare for this exam, College Board, the organization that creates
Students honored for academic achievements Education by Li Cohen - August 31, 2017 DAVIE, Fla. — The school year may have just started, but recognizing academic accomplishments does not have a set term. To bring in the new academic year and motivate students to pursue high academic standards, the Center for Student Success and Services honored students’ academic achievements from the 2016-17 school year