National Grandparents Day unites families for lunch and love Education by Beverly Bidney - October 31, 2017November 9, 2017 BRIGHTON — Though National Grandparents Day was Sept. 10, Pemayetv Emahakv Charter School celebrated the annual event Sept. 29. Although Irma may have been the larger force of nature, there is little question that grandparents can have a significant impact on the lives of their grandchildren. Since 1978, National Grandparents Day has been
FGCU gives Tribal students college preview Education by Li Cohen - October 31, 2017October 30, 2017 FORT MYERS — College life became a close reach on Oct. 17 for students from Pemayetv Emahacv Charter School, Ahfachkee and other local schools attended by Tribal students, as they received a grand tour of Florida Gulf Coast University in Fort Myers. The students, ranging from upper-middle schoolers to high school seniors,
Red Ribbon Week emphasizes ‘The future is key, so stay drug free’ Education by The Seminole Tribune - October 31, 2017November 30, 2017 With the theme “Your Future is Key, So Stay Drug Free,” Red Ribbon Week focused on the future. From Oct. 17 to 24, community members gathered Tribal-wide to share this message and promote a healthier future for Tribal youth. As the future of the Tribe incubates in its youth, relaying the
PECS inaugurates Student Council, holds clothing contest Education by Beverly Bidney - October 31, 2017November 30, 2017 BRIGHTON — A new team of leaders took the oath and the reins of the Student Council at Pemayetv Emahakv Charter School Sept. 29. Dressed in their finest patchwork, the 10 newly elected K-8 representatives and council chairwoman put their left hands on the bible, raised their right hands high and
Nutritionist stresses healthy cooking for Tribal members Education by Beverly Bidney - October 31, 2017October 30, 2017 BIG CYPRESS — Adults are learning how to improve their health by making and eating tasty food. At a cooking class Oct. 11, nutritionist Marianna Nikiforov taught a group of Tribal members how to make a healthy stir fry with chicken and vegetables, but the recipe wasn’t the only thing being
NIEA educators convene in Orlando Education by Beverly Bidney - October 31, 2017November 30, 2017 ORLANDO — About 1,300 educators from 23 states, representing more than 100 tribes in Indian Country, gathered in Orlando Oct. 4-7 for the 48th Annual National Indian Education Association (NIEA) Convention. The event’s schedule was filled with opportunities for educators to grapple with issues facing Native American students and learn from
SWAMP program launches in Big Cypress Education by Beverly Bidney - October 31, 2017October 30, 2017 BIG CYPRESS — About 60 Boys & Girls Club kids enthusiastically welcomed SWAMP to Big Cypress Oct. 19 at a party filled with fun activities, life lessons and plenty of food. SWAMP (Seminoles Without Addictions Make Progress) is led by the Center for Behavioral Health department’s Fred Mullins and will meet
Expo provides students educational opportunities Education by Li Cohen - October 31, 2017October 30, 2017 DAVIE — The Center for Student Success and Services’ Oct. 21 Education Expo brought together people of all ages for a day of learning and opportunity. Approximately 60 vendors, including K–12 schools, colleges and universities, education companies and Tribal departments, hosted informational booths during the event in Davie. Each organization provided
FGCU prepares students for ACT Education by Li Cohen - October 31, 2017October 30, 2017 Florida Gulf Coast University wants to do more than just be a college option for Tribal students; it wants to prepare them for success at any college, starting in high school. Five Tribal junior and senior high school students attended a two-session ACT preparation course hosted by FGCU in October. FGCU
Education Expo pushes for Tribal success Education by Li Cohen - October 2, 2017October 2, 2017 The possibilities to pursue education and advance in a career are not limited to children and young adults. In an effort to broaden opportunities for all Tribal members, the Center for Student Success and Services will host its Education Expo on Oct. 21 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at