PECS supports healthy hearts Education by The Seminole Tribune - February 25, 2014April 8, 2015 By Emma Johns BRIGHTON — Pemayetv Emahakv Charter School joined thousands of schools across the country Feb. 14 in two national fundraising events aimed to help raise heart health awareness. The Jump Rope and Hoops for Heart events – co-sponsored by the American Heart Association and the American Alliance for Health, Physical
Tribal teens learn ABCs of government in DC Education by Eileen Soler - February 25, 2014April 8, 2015 WASHINGTON, D.C. — Eleven Seminole teens and a handful of adult chaperones traveled four states north Feb. 1-7 to witness government in action at Close Up Washington. The educational travel program, which immerses high school students in the inner workings of Capitol Hill, included a bonus attendance at United South and
Brighton Valentine’s Day dance creates sweet memories Education by The Seminole Tribune - February 25, 2014April 8, 2015 By Valerie J. Marone BRIGHTON — The Brighton Veteran’s Building transformed into a dance hall Feb. 8 for the seventh annual S.W.A.M.P. Valentine’s Day dance for children in Brighton. Complete with Mad Hatter décor, hearts, red, pink and white flowers, and sparkling confetti, the event was sponsored by the Family Services Alcohol/Drug
Louise Gopher inducted into Women’s Hall of Fame Education by Beverly Bidney - January 28, 2014April 8, 2015 BRIGHTON — Louise Gopher has joined an esteemed group of women with her inclusion in the Florida Women’s Hall of Fame. Gov. Rick Scott selected Gopher as one of the most distinguished women in the state for her contributions to the education of Tribal youth. Gopher played a major role in
First official Ahfachkee Student Council named Education by Eileen Soler - January 28, 2014April 8, 2015 BIG CYPRESS — Big changes are happening at Ahfachkee School and heading the charge is a new team of student leaders. For the first time in the Big Cypress Reservation school’s history, a Student Council has been elected by peers to inspire and guide the next generation of alumni. “We’re determined to
Education Department to partner with Indian River State College Education by Beverly Bidney - January 28, 2014April 8, 2015 OKEECHOBEE — The Education Department will soon partner with Indian River State College (IRSC) in Okeechobee to create a customized program for Tribal students to attend college together and graduate with bachelor’s degrees. The program, called a cohort, provides students an education, as well as the Tribe with the next
Pemayetv Emahakv Charter School students spread holiday spirit through charity drives Education by The Seminole Tribune - January 28, 2014April 8, 2015 By Amanda Murphy BRIGHTON — For Pemayetv Emahakv Charter School, the holiday season meant more than gifts and family celebrations; students came together through two charity drives – and one special event – to spread holiday cheer to the less fortunate. Throughout November, PECS held its annual canned food drive. The school
College Fair exposes students to 30 post-secondary schools Education by The Seminole Tribune - January 28, 2014April 8, 2015 By Amanda Murphy TAMIAMI TRAIL — About 30 Ahfachkee School students joined Miccosukee School students to explore their futures at the second Miccosukee College Fair Jan. 15. Nearly 100 fair-goers navigated though an array of 30 schools, from large universities to vocational and technical schools, to learn about post-secondary educational opportunities. “It was
Student profile: Jade Braswell Osceola Education by The Seminole Tribune - January 28, 2014April 8, 2015 By Emma Johns BRIGHTON — Despite a long, challenging road, Jade Braswell Osceola proudly walked across the stage Dec. 18 to receive a bachelor’s degree in education from Indian River State College. Osceola, a Seminole history teacher at Pemayetv Emahakv Charter School, has pursued her college degree since graduating high school
Culture Department keeps traditions alive through school curriculum Education by Beverly Bidney - December 17, 2013April 8, 2015 BRIGHTON — For Lorene Gopher, director of the Culture Department, language is the most important element of Seminole culture. “Language is key because it identifies who you are,” Gopher said. “Anyone can sew our clothing and cook our food. If we don’t have language, we are just like anyone else.” Gopher oversees