Children’s Center, Boys & Girls Club hold open house Education by The Seminole Tribune - October 23, 2012 By Andrea Holata BRIGHTON — The Health Department’s Children’s Center for Diagnostics and Therapy (CCDT), along with the Brighton Boys & Girls Club, hosted an open house for the Brighton community on Oct. 4 at Pemayetv Emahakv Charter School. Staff from both departments showed off their new facilities and presented the services
Tribal students attend Florida State University kickoff luncheon Education by The Seminole Tribune - September 25, 2012 By Paola Moneymaker TALLAHASSEE — Five Tribal students who attend Florida State University received a special invitation from FSU president Eric Barron and his wife, Molly, to attend the 61st annual FSU kickoff luncheon on Aug. 24. During the event – which took place at the Tallahassee-Leon County Civic Center – Tucomah
Pemayetv Emahakv Charter School celebrates Grandparents Day Education by The Seminole Tribune - September 25, 2012 By Andrea Holata BRIGHTON — Students grinned from ear to ear when they found their grandparents in the Pemayetv Emahakv lunchroom on Sept. 7 for Grandparents Day. “We like to recognize and honor the grandparents by inviting them to have lunch,” PECS guidance counselor Jeanine Gran said. It’s a day many looked forward
Student spotlight: Alex Johns Education by The Seminole Tribune - September 25, 2012 By Linda Iley Alex Johns is the Tribe’s director of Natural Resources, a position he has held since January. He is in his third year at Ashford University, working toward his bachelor’s degree and eventually his MBA. Johns has worked in the Tribe’s Cattle program for about 15 years and has served
Teacher profile: Sherrelle Brown Education by The Seminole Tribune - September 25, 2012 By Christine McCall HOLLYWOOD — One of the great resources the Tribe provides for its parents and youth is a preschool located right on the reservation. From infants to age 5, the children get to interact with fellow students and learn about numbers, letters and most importantly, their culture. With the
Boys & Girls Club attendance increases Education by The Seminole Tribune - September 25, 2012 By Kathryn Stolarz The Seminole Boys & Girls Club experienced a growth spurt in attendance and expanded its facilities because of it. The club, ranked among the top five Native American Boys & Girls Clubs in the world, encourages positive social interaction and leadership skills among youth and gives them a safe,
Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum celebrates 15th anniversary Community by The Seminole Tribune - September 25, 2012 By Judy Weeks BIG CYPRESS — As the Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum celebrated its 15th anniversary on Aug. 21, the Seminoles celebrated a victory for the preservation of their history and culture. Reflecting on the last 15 years shows extensive growth in programs, collections, exhibits, educational opportunities, resource materials and collaboration within the Museum
Tigertail Brothers Memorial Basketball Tournament held for sixth year Sports by The Seminole Tribune - September 25, 2012 By Kathryn Stolarz BIG CYPRESS — No one could see them, but Minnie Tigertail felt the presence of her two sons on the court at the Tigertail Brothers Memorial Basketball Tournament held from Sept. 13-15. “Their legend lives on,” Tigertail said, wearing a T-shirt that sported the names of Malcolm, who she
Fort Pierce holds first fun day at Chupco Youth Ranch Community by The Seminole Tribune - September 24, 2012 By Andrea Holata FORT PIERCE — Although Tropical Storm Isaac hovered nearby, the Fort Pierce community didn’t let it dampen their spirits on Aug. 25. Fort Pierce and other Tribal reservations joined together at the Chupco Youth Ranch for their first fun day event. The Chupco Youth Ranch sponsored the event, while
First baby tortoise hatched at Seminole Okalee Indian Village Community by The Seminole Tribune - September 24, 2012 By Christine McCall HOLLYWOOD — On Sept. 1, newly hatched African spurred tortoise "Oakley" was found crawling around in the tortoise habitat at the Seminole Okalee Indian Village located in Seminole Paradise. After the only female tortoise laid her eggs six months ago, wildlife staff believed that the eggs were infertile. By