UUBEETAANI. The LDOE. LMS Represented at State Geographic Bee By Natalie Martinez. May 2010

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1 The LDOE UUBEETAANI May 2010 LMS Represented at State Geographic Bee By Natalie Martinez Top geography students from New Mexico met in Albuquerque on April 9, 2010 to compete for a trip to the National Geographic Bee in Washington, D.C. Laguna Middle School student, Tyrone Thomas, was included among those scholars. Tyrone is a seventh grader at LMS; he won the school Bee in January and qualified to compete in the state Bee. After his success at the LMS Bee, Tyrone was required to complete a written test to qualify for the New Mexico Bee. He received an invitation from the National Geographic Bee Headquarters in March. The State Bee was held at the Convention Center where 89 contestants, grades 4 through 8, were divided into small groups to compete in the preliminary round. There were 15 students in Tyrone s group who vied for selection into final round competition. These students were tested on their knowledge of United States political and physical geography, world economies, world physical geography, and world current events; only the top two scorers proceeded to the final round. Tyrone correctly answered questions about world geography relating to the poverty rate in Malawi and bodies of water near Oaxaca; he also knew answers to US geography questions such as effects of brown algae in U.S. kelp forests, differentiation of pan handle states, and identification of mountain ranges. He answered enough questions to end with a tie for third place in the preliminary round. The two finalists from Tyrone s preliminary round group took first and third place in the championship rounds, and the State Bee overall. Students competing in the State Bee came from public, private, and home based elementary and middle schools across the state. Of the 34 New Mexico towns and cities represented, Laguna was the only Tribal school in the competition. Laguna Middle School has not competed in the National Geographic Bee since 1997, so it was a great first time experience for all students and many faculty involved in this endeavor. We hope to continue our participation in this competition annually.

2 Thanks are due to all the people who helped our school during the National Geographic Bee: LMS teachers and students who participated in the school preliminary rounds; Ms. Gurule and her Art class for the signs, as well as the students and teachers who joined the pep rally for Tyrone before his State competition; LMS Bee judges from ELEV8 and moderator from LEF; Principal Jiron for his support; and Laguna Education Foundation for graciously sponsoring the LMS School Level Bee and helping with travel expenses during the State Bee. Also thanks to Mrs. Florence Reed for sponsoring lunch during the State Bee.

3 LMS Students Visit Washington, D.C. and New York City for Spring Break The Spring Break trip for LMS students started in Lee Ann Cheromiah organizes this trip for the 8 th grade students. For the past five years the Spring Break trip has included New York City. This trip is not affiliated with the Laguna Department of Education or Laguna Middle School. It began as an independent trip for 8 th grade students. Students have to raise their own funds to pay for this trip. This is an exciting trip and may be a once in a life time trip for some of the students. Students travel to Washington, D.C., where they spend two and a half days. There they get to see the Smithsonian, the White House, Lincoln Monument, Vietnam and Korean memorial, and Arlington National Cemetery. With the help of Senator Udall s office, students have been able to tour the Capitol Building, seeing the Senate and House chambers, actually being where our legislators make laws and pass bills. Students also travel to Mount Vernon, President George Washington s plantation. On day three the students travel to New York City! There, they experience New York s fast paced life. Students tour the Empire State Building, Central Park, 5 th Avenue, walk and shop in Times Square, walk across the Brooklyn Bridge, go to a Broadway play (this year they saw the play, Memphis ) and see the Statue of Liberty before heading home. This year, while in Washington, D.C., our students met up with Dr. Fairbanks outside the Capitol Building. There we took a group photo. It was exciting, because we got to see someone from HOME!!! Submitted by LeeAnn Cheromiah

4 Laguna Department of Education 2010 Summer Food Program Begins: Tuesday, May 25, 2010, Ends: Thursday, July 29, 2010 All eligible children ages 1-18 will be served a meal free of charge. 19 and over pay $3.00 Casa Blanca Encinal Laguna Mesita New Laguna Paguate Site Location Laguna-Acoma H.S. Courtyard Tentative Location During Summer School Only Casa Blanca Subdivision, House #41 Encinal Subdivision, House #149 Encinal Village, Basketball Court Kawaika Center Laguna Elementary School Laguna Middle School Laguna Green Acres Park Laguna Subdivision, House #88 Laguna Village, Recreation Hall Mesita Village, Recreation Hall Mesita Low Rent Mesita Subdivision, Basketball Court New Laguna Low Rent New Laguna, Trees west of Sweeties Paguate Village, Recreation Hall Paguate Subdivision, House #164 Paguate Pork Chop Hill, House #74 Serving Time 12:00 pm 1:15 pm 12:00 pm 1:00 pm 12:15 pm 1:00 pm 11:00 am 12:00 pm 11:00 am 1:00 pm 11:00 am 12:00 pm 12:15 pm 1:15 pm 11:00 am 12:00 pm 12:00 pm 1:00 pm 12:15 pm 1:15 pm 12:00 pm 1:00 pm Paraje Paraje Village, Meeting Hall 12:15 pm 1:00 pm Seama Seama Village, Recreation Hall Seama Subdivision, House #130 12:00 pm 1:00 pm Civil Rights Statement In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C or call (202) (Voice and TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

5 Important Dates & Opportunities to Remember May 10, Young Native Writers Essay Contest. Describe a crucial issue confronting your tribal community today. Explain how you hope to help your tribal community respond to this challenge and improve it s future. Five selected essayist, and the teachers that inspired their participation, will win an all-expense paid trip to Washington, D.C. in July 2010 and a $2,500 scholarship. Learn more at: May 10, 2010 Summer Policy Academy. Each year the Summer Policy Academy brings together a pool of outstanding New Mexico high school juniors and seniors who have demonstrated a commitment to their tribal communities. The mission of the Academy is to develop and promote students capabilities in leadership, policy, community service and critical thinking. The SPA will be held June 6 19, at the Santa Fe Indian School campus. For more information contact Carnell Chosa at (505) or him at ctchosa@sfis.k12.nm.us. May 11, 2010 SIPI, a National Indian Community College and Land Grant Institution, is offering a summer Geospatial Information Technologies (GIT) Program. These summer courses are free of charge to members of Native American tribes. The courses are intended to disseminate specialized technologies, which will assist Native communities to develop and strengthen land use/land cover and economic development programs; to make better use of existing geographic and natural resources data; and to provide opportunities and avenues for GIT practitioners. For more information and to sign-up for summer classes contact Maggie Porter at mporter@sipi.bia.edu or Dario Rodriguez at drodrigues@sipi.bia.edu. (505) Go online to May 14, 2010 Texas Tech Native American Summer Bridge Institute (June 6-11, 2010) Texas Tech campus in Lubbock, Texas. The program is designed for students entering their junior year of high school in The institute seeks to prepare students for their junior year in high school and college entrance requirements. For more information and registration go to or contact Martha Mouret-Sanders at (806) or Martha.mouret-sanders@ttu.edu. May 14, 2010 Laguna College Prep. Join us for a summer of fun and excitement, all while preparing for college success. Small stipends and incentives for participants. Space is limited for high school juniors, seniors and college freshman. Applications can be downloaded at Or call for more information. May 14, 2010 Partners for Success (PFS) Summer Youth Program. Laguna tribal members or Native American youth (14-24 yrs old) living on the Laguna reservation with a CIB are eligible. Applications can be obtained at PFS Bldg (L.E.S. Housing).

6 May 14, 2010 The ExxonMobil Bernard Harris Summer ScienceCamp (EMBHSSC). Open to 6 th, 7 th and 8 th grade students who have an interest in math and science. This two-week academic, residential camp emphasizes increasing student s mathematics and science skills, introduces them to college life, and stimulates their interest on science and engineering as a potential career path. Students selected for the summer camp will be housed at the university of New Mexico in ABQ. For more information go to Pre-College Program. May 21, 2010 Laguna Graduate Scholarships. Tribal members seeking financial assistance to attend graduate and professional schools of higher education may download an application at Specific requirements are listed with the application. Deadline is May 21, May 21, 2010 Laguna Pueblo Higher Education Scholarship. Applications can be downloaded for the AY. Applicants must be enrolled tribal members planning to attend, full-time, a regionally accredited college or university in the United States in pursuit of a bachelors degree. Scholarships in this category are needs based and require the completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine unmet financial need. Awards range from $1,000 up to $4,000 per term, based on demonstrated FAFSA need and successful academic progress. To obtain an application go to Deadline is May 21, May 21, 2010 Laguna Governor s Scholarship. The Laguna Governor s Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors (tribal members) who have maintained a 3.0 or greater grade point average (gpa) throughout their high school career. A letter of recommendation from a high school teacher, counselor or principal is required, along with a copy of official transcripts. This is a competitive scholarship based on the students overall track record and response to essay questions. The award can be up to $2,000 per year for up to four years. Only one new scholarship is awarded each year. For an application go to Deadline is May 21, May 21, 2010 Laguna Construction Company, Inc. Scholarships. The LCC Inc. Scholarship is open to all graduating high school seniors (tribal members) who have maintained a 3.0 or greater grape point average (G.P.A.) throughout their high school career. A letter of recommendation from a high school teacher, counselor or principal is required, along with a copy of official transcripts. Up to ten $1,000 scholarships, first term only, may be granted. For an application go to Deadline is May 21, 2010.

7 May 21, 2010 ETC Summer Enrichment Program. The ETC Summer Enrichment Program is an intensive three-week residential summer program for Native high school students enrolled in one of the 22 tribes in New Mexico. Students will enroll in an IAIA course for credit and participate in a variety of hands-on workshops that will assist students in their transition into college. As with all of Expanding the Circle s programming, the Summer Enrichment Program is free! For more information and an application go to May 28, National UNITY Conference. The 2010 National UNITY Conference is youth-driven and youthled. The five day packed agenda includes motivational messages, team building exercises, cultural exchange, variety show, life skills and leadership workshops, fitness activities and networking opportunities For more information and registration call (405) June 4, th Annual Native American Natural Resources Youth Practicum. This is an opportunity for mid-school and high school students interested in pursuing a career in Natural Resources or Agriculture. This practicum takes place from June 21 st 25 th, 2010 at Ladder Ranch (approximately 15 miles northwest of Hillsboro, NM. To apply contact the Natural Resources office at (505) July 7, 2010 Native Youth Summit. Hands-on career experience for Native high school students. Students work on projects that provide insight into educational paths to attain a higher education degree. Applicants must be enrolled in the 9 th 12 th grades. For more information go to or contact Alissa Chavez at (505) June 30, 2010 College Road Trip. Sign-up for the college road trip and visit colleges and universities in Arizona and California, including: Northern Arizona University, UCLA, USC, Whittier and Occidental Colleges. Must be in 9 th -12 th grade, submit application online, commit to conducting self in respectful manner; demonstrate in the application how you will benefit from attending the College Road Trip. To register online go to or contact Alissa Chavez at (505)

8 End of Year Celebration Friday, May 21, 2010 at LAGUNA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 9:00 am - 11:00 am Continental Breakfast Welcome by Dr. Fairbanks Opening Prayer - Jon Day LDoE IDOL /Karaoke (gym) (Either employee or program will display their singing talents) 11:30 am - 1:00 pm LUNCH ~ Barbeque - (cafeteria) 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm Raffle prizes/closing Remarks (dismissal back to program sites) MARK YOUR CALENDARS! Its LDoE IDOL!!! Everyone come to show your hidden talent!!

9 May 2010 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 Kristen Szczepaniec 2 3 Ruth Kie 11 years 4 5 Vance Davis 6 Sandra Salvador 7 Vernon Day 3 years 8 Katherine Powell Edwin Cheromia h 9 Elizabeth A. Martinez 5 years Harold Porter 10 Isabelle Riley Geraldine Touchin 16 Yolanda Concho 5 years 17 Rachel Chino 11 years 18 Gail Kie Jodie Lente 21 Antoinette Abeita 22 Gabriel Levantonio Anna Martinez Roberta Routzen 9 years Robbie Carrillo Anthony Thompson Clarice DeArmond Sarah Martin 29 Stephanie Bautista 9 years Loujuana Lewis 5 years Daniel Marmon Lois Waconda 17 con t Jocelyn Hooper Sarah Riley Craig Secatero

10 MAY 2010 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Safety Committee Meeting 9 a.m., LDOE 6 Executive Committee Meeting 1:30 p.m., LDOE Mother s Day Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m., LMS End of Year Celebration 9 a.m., LES Memorial Day LDOE Closed LES/LMS Spring Concert Tuesday May 4th at 6:00 p.m. in the LMS Gym. 3rd grade recorder class and 5th grade band members will represent LES. 7th grade beginning band and 7th/8th grade intermediate band will represent LMS. A Free Concert Come Out and Support Your Music Programs.

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