Ahfachkee starts year with new principal Dorothy Cain Education by Beverly Bidney - October 13, 2016October 13, 2016 BIG CYPRESS — Having recently completed 35 years as a teacher and an administrator with Broward County Public Schools, Ahfachkee School’s new principal Dorothy Cain is well prepared for her new job. Cain is filled with ideas to improve attendance, align curriculums with state standards, increase academic quality and bring back
MBA grad Anthony Frank makes the most of education, career chances Education by Kevin Johnson - September 7, 2016September 7, 2016 HOLLYWOOD — Thirty years ago Anthony Frank was about as far from a master’s degree as a person could get. Frank, who is now 57 and works for the Tribe through the Advanced Career Development program, admits he hit rock bottom when he was in his mid-20s. “Sometimes you have to
Schimmel sisters share their success story Education by Stephanie Rodriguez - September 7, 2016September 7, 2016 DAVIE — Before the new school year started, the Schimmel sisters provided inspiration to Seminole students during the Seminole Education Department’s Education Expo on Aug. 5 at Signature Grand in Davie. Known throughout Indian Country for their success on the basketball court, Shoni and Jude Schimmel shared how they rose
Big Cypress hosts bash before it’s back to the books Education by Stephanie Rodriguez - September 7, 2016September 7, 2016 BIG CYPRESS — The Big Cypress Reservation’s annual Back-to-School Bash not only provided a fun time for students before they returned to school, but it also served as an introduction to Ahfachkee School’s new principal. The bash featured a variety of activities, food, music, and giveaways to accompany the announcement July
Seminole Summer Boost Program introduces students to college life Education by Beverly Bidney - August 9, 2016August 9, 2016 MIAMI — High school may not be in session during the summer, but for 14 Seminole students it was the perfect time to explore college life. They moved into the dormitories at Florida International University in Miami on June 19 and took college-level classes as part of the Seminole Summer
SWEP kids rethatch Brighton chickee Education by Beverly Bidney - August 9, 2016 BRIGHTON — The Brighton Boys & Girls Club chickee wasn’t in terrible shape, but Brighton Community Culture was willing to replace the old thatch to use it as a teaching opportunity for youth. From July 5-8, nine students in the Summer Work Experience Program toiled in the heat and learned
Workshop helps students prepare for college decisions Education by The Seminole Tribune - August 8, 2016 BRIGHTON – Going to college is one of the most important decisions that one can make in life. Deciding which school to choose, determining whether or not to move away from your hometown, and picking the path that will allow you to follow your dreams for the rest of your life
Ahfachkee celebrates kindergarten class Education by Beverly Bidney - July 13, 2016 BIG CYPRESS — Twenty-three fidgety members of the high school class of 2028 jump started their future during a kindergarten celebration June 1 at the Ahfachkee School. The proud now former kindergarteners lit up the cafeteria with their energy and enthusiasm as they performed songs and accepted their certificates, which were
Education Expo to be held Aug. 5 Education by Beverly Bidney - July 13, 2016 DAVIE — To help students succeed in school and beyond, the Education Department will showcase colleges, universities, trade and technical schools at the Education Expo August at Signature Grand in Davie. Approximately 30 schools will have information and staff to give students an understanding of the institutions’ programs. Tribal departments will
PECS students welcomed into National Junior Honor Society Education by Beverly Bidney - July 13, 2016 BRIGHTON — By accepting induction into the National Junior Honor Society, 51 Pemayetv Emahakv Charter School students on May 25 pledged to give unsparingly of their time and energy toward the promotion of all school activities, strive to be model students, never bring reproach upon their school and uphold the
