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Emerald Downs........................5
Education.................................6
Fisheries.................................10
Religion..................................11
Health.....................................12
Elders.....................................16
Muckleshoot Police................22
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Family ....................................24
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Vol. XV No. III
Bear James authors
new children’s book
Muckleshoot tribal
member Bear James
has become a published
author. In the coming
months he will be traveling around doing book
tours and signing events.
How did all this come
about? Let’s ask Bear...
Muckleshoot Indian Reservation, Wash.
MAY 15, 2014
MM: Bear, tell us about
your book and how this Bear with his book ‘Daddy
Please Don’t Go.’
all came about.
Photo
by
John Loftus
Ann Yow/Seattle Times
BEAR: The title of my book is “Daddy Please Don’t
Go.” It’s about a father who is being deployed, being
shipped off to war, and his son not understanding what
war is, and why dad has to go bye-bye. It’s just the
dad and the son, talking about war.
How did I come up with the idea? I’ve kind grown
up in foster homes. I grew up without a father and I
had feelings that I’ve had inside – pain, and all these
questions about why my dad’s not around and so on.
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CAREER
DAY 2014
By Dr. Denise Bill
Career Day 2014
was a collaborative
effort with the Muckleshoot Executive
Education Committee, the Muckleshoot
Tribal College, the
MOST Program, the
Muckleshoot Tribal
School, Auburn
School District, and,
Enumclaw School
District, and, Green
River Community
College.
There were two days Alicia Woods was one of the speakers
of Career Day. The
Middle School attended on 4/22, and the High School
Students attended on 4/23. There were about 150
students in attendance both days. There were approximately 25 vendors that set up booths to talk to the
youth about their future. These vendors were colleges/
businesses/ and universities.
There were two keynote speakers that spoke
eloquently; the first speaker, Mr. Swil Kanim, master
violinist and motivational speaker, spoke about the
transformational power of honor. Swil said, “When
you recognize the honor inside of you, you honor
others.” Swil encouraged each student to be “who you
are.” Swil said, “Inside you is enough.”
Mr. Michael Tuncap, from GRCC. Michael shared
powerful messages for youth and adults through a
chant, from his Native country of Guam. He also gave
honor to one of our Muckleshoot tribal members, Dr.
Willard Bill, Sr. Michael said that Dr. Bill was the one
who encouraged him to go into education when he
was 19 years old.
Highlighting Success Stories
The focus of Career Day this year was to highlight
Muckleshoot success stories both in education, and,
business. Two Muckleshoot owned businesses had
time on the agenda to speak to the students. Shocker’s
Fitness (Rachel Heaton & Angelica Roberts) spoke
about health, and taught students the signs to watch
for if someone was having a heart attack, and, what
to do if someone is having a heart attack. Rachel and
Angelica then led the almost 200 people in stretching
and cardio exercises. This was especially fun.
Continued on page 6
MEMORIAL DAY 2014
Remember to Remember Our Old Ones
By Gilbert and Tallis King George
Memorial Day is a time we honor and
remember the ones who have gone on by
cleaning and visiting their graves. My wife
and I visit eleven cemeteries each year to
honor not just my family, but our families
that may have been forgotten or who had
no survivors. The protection of our graves
is a core teaching of our culture. There are
many activities that compete for our time
on Memorial Day. Consider naming another
day as your family’s personal Memorial Day
to perform this service for your Old People.
Just one day a year out of your lives.
The Courville Cemetery. This family
cemetery is located on the James Daniels
allotment. We bring flowers each year, but
Aunt Sophie Courville and her daughter
Reet and Shirley Taylor are the ones on their
knees, pulling the weeds and sod and planting flowers. I suspect my cousin LeeRoy is
responsible for the overall maintenance of
this peaceful place.
The John King George Cemetery. Our
understanding of the John King George
cemetery deepens each year we visit. This
cemetery is probably more properly called
the Christine Smith cemetery. Muckleshoot
allotment maps indicate the land was originally allotted to John King George’s mother Little Dorothy Price reluctantly shakes the hand of a Seattle socialite’s
daughter with one hand while grasping the hand of her great-great-grandin law, Christine Smith.
mother, Eliza, with the other in this 1933 photo.
I now believe the cemetery is primarily
a family cemetery, much like the Courville cemetery.
lived beyond childhood. Christine’s original allotment
Nearly all of the marked burials are members of the
was divided by 1902 , giving about 1/3 to her son in
extended families of the original allottee, Christine
law John King George.
(ts’a’lsIbelo) and her husband Eneas. The families
Martha Newhauken Lobehan and Matilda Newho are buried there were also allotted in that same
whauken Siddle were granddaughters of Christine and
part of the reservation.
Eneas. The Lobehans are the only direct descendants
Christine Smith was born in 1836 on the Green
of Christine and Eneas that we know of. We believe
River. She lived at Muckleshoot and survived well into this is why the Lobehans are buried in this cemetery;
her eighties. Eneas was also known as John Engar,
they are the grandchildren and great grandchildren of
Widaiuth, and Pakhawat. His grave stone is enscribed
Eneas and Christine.
“Head of the Muckleshoot Reservation.”
My wife teases me that in our tribal history we
Christine and Eneas had at least two children: Am- must “follow the woman.” Christine’s sister was Annie
brose, who does not appear to have survived beyond
Nason. When Christine’s allotment was divided again
age ten, and Mary (1865-1904) Mary Eneas married
by 1904, another 1/3 went to her nephew, William
my great uncle John King George. They had at least
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three children, Joseph, Cassimer and Edward. None
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Photo
• MIT Head Start – Wednesday,
June 4, 2014 @ 10:00AM, Pentecostal Church
• Muckleshoot Tribal School 12th Grade
Graduation – Friday, June 6, 2014 @ 5:00 PM,
MTS Gymnasium
• The Evergreen State College-Reservation
Based Community Determined Program –
Sunday, June 8, 2014 @ 12:00PM, TESC
Longhouse
• Enumclaw School District High School Graduation – Monday, June 9, 2014 @ 7:00 PM, White
River Amphitheater
• MTS Kindergarten, 5th & 8th Grade –
Tuesday, June 10, 2014 @ 10:00 AM, MTS
Gymnasium
• Birth to Three – Thursday, June 12, 2014,
12 -3 PM, Trip to Northwest Trek
• ASD-Auburn Mountain View High School –
Saturday, June 14, 2014 @ 11:00 AM, Auburn
Memorial Stadium
• ASD-West Auburn High School & Virginia
Cross Native Education Center – Saturday,
June 14, 2014 @1:30 PM, Auburn Performing
Arts Center
• ASD-Auburn Riverside High School –
Saturday, June 14, 2014 @ 4:00 PM, Auburn
Memorial Stadium
• ASD-Auburn High School – Sunday, June 15,
2013 @ 4:00 PM, Auburn Memorial Stadium
• Higher Education Dinner – Thursday, June 19,
2014, 6-9 PM, Muckleshoot
Casino Banquet Hall
• High School Graduation Dinner – Friday, June
20, 2014, 6-9PM, Muckleshoot Casino Banquet
Hall
• Northwest Indian College Graduation –
Friday, June 20, 2014 @ 5:00 PM, Wex Li’em
Community Building, Bellingham, WA
• Antioch University – Monday, June 23, 2014 @
1:00 PM, Town Hall, Seattle, WA
John Loftus
GRADUATION DATES FOR 2014
Mark Your Calendars!
2014-’15 MUCKLESHOOT TRIBAL COUNCIL. Front row, L to R: Vice-Chair Mike Jerry Sr., Chair Virginia Cross,
Secretary Charlotte Williams; Treasurer Nick Bennett; Back row: Marie Starr, Louie Ungaro, Jeremy James, Kerri Marquez,
Marcie Elkins.
Remember Our Old Ones continued from page 1
THE FALLEN FOUR: Melvin Ross, Chester Courville,
Turner Martin and Larry James gave their lives for their
country.
Nason. William was Annie Nason’s son. The William Nason
allotment is adjacent to that portion of Christine’s allotment that went to John King George and is right across the
road from the cemetery. Christine and Annie had the same
mother but different fathers. Annie’s father was the famous
war chief, Kanasket. Annie’s granddaughter, the formidable
Annie Garrison, and many other members of the Nason
extended family are buried here. We do not know why William Nason was the only one of Annie (Kanasket) Nason’s
children to be allotted there.
My great uncle Bob James and family are buried here.
He was Annie Nason’s cousin. Her father, Kanasket, was
Bob James’ uncle. Bob James’ mother was King George’s
sister. This how my Anderson cousins tie to the King
George lineage.
So how does the family of Willie and Ellen Gus fit on
the family tree? Their section of the cemetery was graced
a few years ago with beautiful markers placed by granddaughter Sammy Kay Fryberg. Christine Smith’s mother
and Stuck Jack’s mother were sisters. Ellen Gus’ grandfather was Stuck Jack. So Ellen Gus was Christine’s niece.
Annie Jack Lobehan Daniels, was the daughter of Stuck
Jack and cousin to Christine Eneas Smith. She one of our
most important language teachers through the legacy of her
recordings. She is buried here along with her daughter, our
beloved Iola Bill .
Ellen’s husband, Willie Gus, was related to the Lobehans, as his maternal grandfather, Salkanem, was the brother
of the Lobehan’s grandma Monmoni. (Monmoni was the
sister of my great great Grandma Eliza Louke Sam Olixtrum
and this is how Willie Gus is related to me. He was second
cousin to my Grandma Mary King George Charles. They
were very close and he would visit her and tell stories in our
language for hours.)
The Nelsons also have family members buried here.
Christine Eneas Smith was married 3 times that we know
of. Christine’s second husband was Bob Nelson. He was the
uncle of Henry Nelson, who is the oldest marked Nelson
grave in that cemetery.
You have to shift to Eneas’ side of the family to find
the connection to the Courvilles and Daniels who are buried
there. Eneas’ sister was Cecile Showaway Quilquilton. She
was married to Peter Quilquilton. Peter Quilquilton’s allotment was immediately south of Christine and Eneas’ land.
Their daughter, Theresa, married Gilbert Courville. They
had at least 14 children, including my grandfather Amos.
Peter Quiquilton’s allotment went to his son-in-law,
Gilbert Courville by 1902. Their son Amos married Maggie Daniels, the daughter of James Daniels. James Daniels,
his wife Eliza Ross; her mother Mary T’sab-bul-shed and
Mary’s second husband Snohomish Joe; and many of my
Daniels and Courville relatives are buried here.
Philip Starr’s allotment was also adjacent to Christine’s
allotment. His mother was a sister or sister/cousin to my
great-great grandma Mary T’sab-bul-shed. Perhaps that is
why Alex and Agatha Starr and family are buried here.
Arthur Ballard’s Grave. Our people can never fully repay
the debt we owe to Arthur Ballard for his respectful and
meticulous devotion to preserving our history. We honor
him each year with a visit to his grave in Mountain View
Cemetery in Auburn.
Virginia Cross, Tribal Chair
Mike Jerry Sr., Vice-Chair
Charlotte Williams, Secretary
Nick Bennett, Treasurer
Marcie Elkins
Jeremy James
Kerri
Marquez
Muckleshoot Monthly
Marie
Starr
John Loftus, Managing Editor
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Louie Ungaro
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Indian Tom Park. We visit this monument to Wilechted located at 6th ST & Henry Rd N.E. in Auburn. Wilechted was
my Grandma Eliza Louke Tom’s husband. He and his sister
Betsy Whatcom saved Johnny King during the early days of
the first treaty war.
Soo too Lick. Indian Henry Shaker Cemetery, Eatonville.
This is Aunt Sophie Courville’s great grandfather and
his family. Thanks to our precious Aunt Sophie, we have
recently completed “cultural mapping” of this sacred place,
connecting all the families known to be buried there into
one family tree. Aunt Sophie, who also descends from the
war chief Kitsap, is a living cultural treasure.
Enumclaw Evergreen Memorial Park. My father, Chester
Courville and his cousin Melvin Ross who died during
the liberation of Europe from the Nazis are buried here,
along with many other members of the Katherine Daniels
Ross family. Two of my aunts are also buried here: Bernice (Courville) White, a former Tribal Council Chair who
played a leading role in the Second Treaty War, and Mary
(Courville) Basteyns, who was a tireless supporter of our
military veterans.
King George. The area where our chiefs are buried.
Keta Creek. This was a burial ground for our people during
the first treaty war.
Weddell Cemetery, Castle Rock. My Grandma Mary Bill
King George Charles’ grandfather, Chief Henry Cheholtz
(1795-1911) is buried here.
White Lake. Our main cemetery, full of history, and will be
the subject up our upcoming stories.
This research is never done and it is always offered in
“draft” form. We invite you to comment, add, and correct.
Submitted by Gilbert and Tallis King George
sqialupcub@msn.com
bear james continued from page 1
Muckleshoot Tribal Council
Auburn Pioneer Cemetery. Angeline Seattle’s grave. Angeline Seattle was the full sister of Betsy Whatcom. Betsy
and her half brother, Tom Wiltechted saved Johnny King
during the early days of the first treaty war. She was also
half sister to Joe Bill’s mother. Joe and Lucy Bill’s descendants include the Willard Bill family and the Hoffers here at
Muckleshoot and the Verna Louie Bartlett family at Puyallup. Angeline was married to John Seattle who was allotted
at Puyallup. Many accounts attempt to tie John Seattle to the
Duwamish Seattle but his niece left an oral history recording stating unequivocally that he was not related. Their son,
Matthew Seattle, who graduated from Haskell in Lawrence
Kansas, died in 1901. The newspaper account said he was
studying law at University of Kansas at the time.
There are many special Japanese Americans I was fortunate to know over the years, all treated me as a son, some
were willing to claim me for life, to live on their farms. We
met my dear friend John Hamakami last year at the Bon
Odori Festival in Auburn. This is a special ceremony to honoring their dead. Many of you know John and Mitsuko from
their strawberry farm on the Green River. He told me they
still reside there. We met another beautiful elder there who
knew my Mom and all my aunts and recalled them fondly.
Some of my friends are now buried in the Auburn “Pioneer” cemetery and we lay flowers for them each year. They
are: Katsuma Murakami, a good man-he calculated my pay
on an abacus, speaking his language as he did it; Natsuhara
owned a store on West Main, my Mom knew him and he
treated our family well; and Koji Sagara, his son went to
high school with my brother Henry, they were good friends.
And so, a few years back, when I was a general manager of five barber shops out at Fort Lewis, I had the opportunity to talk to a lot of fathers and sons. They would come
in together and I’d give them both haircuts. I would talk to
the kid, and then I’d talk to the dad. Some of the fathers had
gotten deployed, were going to war, and so I kind of understood how the kids felt.
And so, four or five years ago, I was just sitting in class
one day at the Muckleshoot Tribal College. The deadline
was approaching for a school project. I was supposed to
write a paper on current events, and was being kind of
cocky and said, “That ain’t nothing, I’ll get to it later on.”
And my instructor told me, “You know, you have to get this
done.” I think the deadline was in a week or two, and I said,
“No problem, I can write a book in that amount of time.”
And so she said, “Okay, that’s
what your project’s going to be –
to write a book.”
And I did. By the end of
that class, I wrote this children’s
book. It’s small – 24 pages – but I
think it really captures the whole
feeling taking place between the
father and the son – just sums
it all up. So, that’s how “Daddy
Please Don’t Go” came to be.
MM: Is it available in stores?
Continued on page 20
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Billy Frank Jr., Icon of Native America’s “Greatest Generation”
As everyone knows by
now, Billy Frank Jr., one of
the most iconic Northwest
Natives of his era, passed
away unexpectedly at his
home on May 5. There’s an
old saying, often used in reference to warriors in battle:
“He died with his boots on.”
This was certainly true in
Billy’s case. He was on his
way to an important fisheries meeting that morning. He
woke up feeling fine and got
ready, but when he didn’t come out when it was time to go,
his son checked on him and found that his father’s tireless
good work in this world had come to an end.
Within hours, the news of Billy Frank’s passing sent
a shock wave from one end of Indian Country to the other,
and far beyond. Over six thousand attended his funeral at
Squaxin’s Skookum Creek Event Center, where Billy had
presided over the huge “Boldt 40” celebration only a few
months earlier. Quinault member Jennifer Scott captured the
essence of the day well when she wrote this piece for the
Seattle Times:
“Billy Frank Jr.’s generation of leaders were our
transformational leaders. They built the bridges that moved
us away from and out of the atrocities of the past and on to
the road to recovery – recovery of our salmon and natural
resources, our economies, and our people’s mental, physical
and emotional health, as well as our sovereignty.
Our Indian leaders and warriors of Billy’s, Joe’s
(DelaCruz), Mel’s (Tonasket), Sam’s (Cagey) generation
and many others were, and are, our “Greatest Generation.”
Those who have passed on have left us a huge legacy and
an even bigger responsibility to safeguard and carry on that
legacy.
It’s often written that Billy and other tribal leaders just
championed causes on behalf of Indian people, but that
was never the case. They worked tirelessly for the collective resources in this state as well as our environment so
all Washington citizens could enjoy the bounties that our
Creator offered us. I will miss my friend Billy.”
While other Fish War participants went on to play
key roles in the growth of tribal government, lifting their
reservations out of poverty, Billy Frank “danced with the
one that brung him,”staying with the struggle to preserve
and defend treaty fishing rights for the rest of his life. He
became the human face of this important cause and did it in
a way that all could be proud of. Billy Frank Jr. was a fine
man and a kind soul. He lived an epic life and history will
remember him well.
Many of the warriors and leaders of Billy’s generation have passed on, but many still walk among us. They
truly changed the world Native people live in. It took many,
many years, but in the end, this was a battle the Indians
won, and the results have indeed been transformational –
from poverty and prejudice to prosperity and respect in a
single generation. Ask your elders who they are. Talk to
them. Listen and learn.
Here’s a sampling of what others had to say:
Barack Obama, President of the
United States: “I was saddened to
learn of the passing of Billy Frank,
Jr. – Chairman of the Northwest Indian
Fisheries Commission and a member of
the Nisqually Indian Tribe. Billy fought
for treaty rights to fish the waters of the
Pacific Northwest, a battle he finally
won in 1974 after being arrested many times during tribal
‘fish-ins’. Today, thanks to his courage and determined effort, our resources are better protected, and more tribes are
able to enjoy the rights preserved for them more than a century ago. Billy never stopped fighting to make sure future
generations would be able to enjoy the outdoors as he did,
and his passion on the issue of climate change should serve
as an inspiration to us all. I extend my deepest sympathies
to the Nisqually Indian Tribe, and to Billy’s family, and to
his many friends who so greatly admired him.”
John Echohawk, Founder & Executive Director, Native American Rights
Fund: “Billy Frank Jr. was a fine man,
a fiery leader and a hero for Indian
rights. Everyone in the NARF family
will miss his warmth, generosity and
strength of conviction... Frank was first
arrested for salmon fishing as a boy
in 1945 – an event that led him on a
long campaign for tribal rights... He was on the front line
when the battle over treaty-guaranteed Indian fishing rights
erupted in the 1960s and 1970s. His perseverance landed
him in jail more than 50 times but helped lead to reaffirming
the tribal treaty fishing rights when the U.S v. Washington
(Boldt Decision) was decided in 1974...”
Rosa Lozier and Billy Frank on Canoe Journey
reviewing stand
Sally Jewell, U.S Secretary of the
Interior: “Indian Country and the
nation lost a true giant as Chairman
Billy Frank has walked on. His lasting legacy will be felt for generations
in the hearts and minds of those he
touched over an entire life dedicated to
serving others.
Two weeks ago, the entire room
fell silent at a tribal summit held at the Suquamish reservation in Washington to listen as Billy spoke forcefully and
passionately about the need to tackle the growing threat of
climate change. Billy shared a great sense of urgency that
we come together as one people to work toward practical
solutions to address its impacts.
To honor his life of service, let us redouble our efforts
to do everything we can to uphold our trust and treaty responsibilities and to partner with tribes across the country
on caring for our lands, waters and wildlife.”
Kevin Washburn, U.S. Assistant
Secretary /Indian Affairs: “Billy
Frank Jr. was an undaunted defender
of and respected elder statesman for
tribal treaty fishing rights. His wisdom
on the importance of conservation and
the protection of natural resources has
been recognized by all who love the
great outdoors. Thanks to his leadership and years of hard work, we can continue to appreciate
the great gifts of nature that are still with us and the tribes
of the Pacific Northwest can still rely on the salmon to
sustain them for generations to come. Thank you, Billy, for
your tireless work for Indian Country and our nation.”
Estela Ortega, Executive Dirctor,
El Centro de la Raza: “We are
saddened by the loss of Billy Frank,
Jr. but also hopeful for the future, as
Billy has inspired so many people
around him to face challenges head
on, and continue fighting for social
justice until it is achieved. Over six
thousand people attended Billy’s
memorial service including many from the El Centro de la
Raza community, and it was so good to connect with our
amigos and amigas from Frank’s Landing...”
Tom Vilsack, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture: “From an early age, Mr.
Billy Frank was a fierce advocate for
Tribal rights and a courageous champion for our environment. His legacy
of service lives on in those of us who
continue the fight to preserve and protect our nation’s land and water for
future generations. My thoughts and
prayers are with Mr. Frank’s family
and friends, the Nisqually Indian Tribe, and the Northwest
Indian Fisheries Commission during this difficult time.”
Anthony “Tony” C. Nelson
Anthony “Tony” C.
Nelson of Auburn, died
April 14, 2014, at the
age of 58. He was born
December 15, 1955 to
Lester and Marriane
Nelson in Seattle, WA.
Tony grew up in
Tacoma. He enjoyed
working on cars & fishing.
He was a happy go lucky
guy, and was always
offering to help others.
He is preceded in death by his sisters, Beatrice
and Janice Nelson. He is survived by his brother, Les
Nelson of Enumclaw; sisters Myrna Nelson; Sharon
(Don) Elgin of Des Moines, WA; and Louella (Ruben)
Sandoval of Auburn.
A visitation was held, Friday, April 18, 2014 at
Weeks’ Funeral Home, Buckley, followed by funeral
services the next day at the Muckleshoot Shaker
Church. Burial was at the New White Lake Cemetery.
Please sign the online guest book at www.
weeksfuneralhomes.com.
From the Family of
Lynn Ann WhiteEagle
On behalf of the family & friends of Lynn Ann
WhiteEagle I’d like to thank the Muckleshoot community for your support throughout the last year and a half.
Including the support throughout the hospital stays leading up to the passing of our beloved relative & friend on
3/31/13! From the kind words and visits to the generous
donations or participation in fundraisers for the headstone purchase! Our hands go up to you!
There was a great turnout for the headstone blessing, giveaway, and last meal in her tribute. We’d like to
especially thank; Gina Morrison and crew for preparing
the meal for the funeral services, Connie Daniels and
crew for preparing the meal for the memorial, Jack Starr
and crew for laying the headstones for her children at
the same time as preparing her final resting place, and
Robert “Bubba” Lezard and Ralph Lozier JR for laying
Lynn’s headstone in time for the blessing to take place!
All efforts and support were greatly appreciated!
~ Breanna Brown
Gina McCarthy, Administrator,
U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency: “Billy Frank, Jr. was an historic and heroic leader of his generation. With his passing, America has
lost one its greatest voices for justice.
Billy has been a close friend and partner to the Environmental Protection
Agency over the past four decades, as
a member of the Nisqually people, founder of the Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission, and one of the most
forward thinking environmental leaders of our time. His
ability to bring together leaders from all sectors to further
the protection of critical natural resources resulted in a resurgence of momentum on natural resource conversation,
cultural preservation, the protection of fish, treaty rights,
and climate change.”
Billy Frank speaking at MTS Grand Opening
Billy believed in the younger generations.
THREE VETERAN LEADERS. NARF
Director John Echohawk, Billy Frank
and Virginia Cross
Two old fish warriors, Gilbert King
George and Billy Frank
John Elliott, son of Georgina K. Smith, was an
adopted son of Billy Frank
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MUCKLESHOOT MONTHLY
MAY 15, 2014
Three Generations In Action
Photos
by
Tim Gray
TO THE MUCKLESHOOT MONTHLY:
I recently had the chance in late December this past
year to visit LeeRoy Courville Sr.’s family and witness
the passing of Muckleshoot culture and skills to three
generations in action. His son LeeRoy Jr. had returned
late in the evening with his son Kobe from a hunting
excursion. We were eating dinner upon his return, and no
sooner then done with dinner did the family go out, and
complete the mission of preparing the catch.
LeeRoy Sr., eldest Son LeeRoy Jr., Grandson Kobe,
Granddaughter Tamiah and Granddaughter Paige all went
out to the truck to retrieve and commence the skilled processing of the hunts bounty. Three generations working
with guiding hands of Grandfather, and Father, teaching
the young Kobe, Paige and Tamiah the Muckleshoot
skills, culture and charity, as it was my understanding
that this catch was to be given to the Tribe to distribute to
needy Tribe Elders.
I witnessed under the light of the stars history being
repeated, passed on with a remarkable tribute through example and deeds that will allow this clan to live proudly as
Muckleshoots have and should for generations to come.
The honor has been mine to know LeeRoy Courville
Sr. He always speak of his Tribe with respect and honor.
He evangelizes the progress the Tribe has made in the past
25 years. He has taken me to see first hand examples of the
Muckleshoot culture. I have never heard him speak a mean
word about his Tribe. LeeRoy beams with pride about his
people and family. He is living example of one the wisest of
Tribal Council, and Elders.
I am proud to have Muckleshoots as my neighbors.
Respectfully,
Timothy M. Gray
ANITA MITCHELL IS SWORN IN AS MUCKLESHOOT TRIBE’S 1ST LAWYER
Photos
by
John Loftus
These photos were taken on May 5 at the Regional Justice
Center in Kent, when Anita Mitchell was officially sworn in as
the first Muckleshoot tribal member to become an attorney.
It was the end of a long road of education that began with
Muckleshoot Head Start and continued through Terminal Park
and Chinook Elementary Schools, Olympic Middle School,
Riverside High, the University of Washington, and finally the
Syracuse University College of Law in Syracuse, New York.
When asked how it feels to be the first member of her
tribe to become a lawyer, she replied that, “Words don’t describe it – I was just glad it was done! All I could think of was
‘Yay, I passed the bar exam!’”
Only afterward did she realize the true significance of her
achievement, when LeeRoy Courville Sr. told her, “You are
our vision. Our elders had to pick crops and work in the woods
– they gave their all as they dreamed of a better life and good
educations for future generations. And now, here you are –
you’re our dream come true.”
Once she’d passed the grueling bar exam, Anita was able
to relax, more or less for the first time, after going to school
constantly, never missing a year, since she was a three-yearold.
Her aunts – especially Aunt Mardee (Rodrigues) – and
her mom helped her to realize just how much her achievement
means, not only to her and her family, but to the entire tribal
community.
When asked what made her want to
become a lawyer in the first place, how the seed was planted,
she paused and reflected, then laughed and said, “It’s hilarious,
but there was this show I used to watch called Legends of the
Hidden Temple.”
Set in a Mayan temple, this learning-based children’s
show of 20 years ago also included lots of adventure – kind
of like “Jeopardy meets Indiana Jones”. It fed young Anita’s
appetite for both knowledge and competition.
Anita has always had a thirst for learning. She loves to
read – especially history – and thoroughly enjoyed school.
She also loves a good debate, and this trait definitely came in
handy at law school
“I like to argue and be right!” she says with a smile, adding that her brothers and sisters would agree with that statement. (Oh... did I mention that she’s a firstborn?)
When she got to law school, she headed straight for the
legal subjects that have affected Indian people so greatly –
the allotment act, Public Law 280, the termination and urban
relocation era, and the policy that finally helped tribes to move
forward and govern themselves, Self-Determination.
Now a practicing attorney, Anita has joined the staff of the
Muckleshoot Legal Department, where she can learn firsthand
from attorneys such as Rob Otsea and Alan Stay, who played
major roles in strategizing and executing the legal victories
that made tribes strong instead of weak, hopeful instead of
hopeless. The dreams of elders who grew up picking berries and logging in the mountains are coming true, and Anita
Mitchell is living proof.
Anita Mitchell
Uncle Bud Moses, cousin Gerald Moses, aunt Aggie Moses, mom
Sarah, Anita, dad Greg, and brother Juan “Cheeks” Romero Jr.
Signing the papers
Anita with her mom, Sarah Moses, and
dad, Greg Mitchell
Being congratulated by the judge
Taking the oath
With proud Aunt Aggie Moses
The happy group leaving the courtroom
after the ceremony
MUCKLESHOOT MONTHLY
MAY 15, 2014
OPENING DAY AT
EMERALD DOWNS
Photos
This year’s opening day of the Emerald Downs
racing meet was a special one, kicking off with a parade of Muckleshoot Skopabsh princesses and capped
off by a race called the Muckleshoot Tribal Purse.
After months of planning and practice, Little Miss
Muckleshoot Tamicka Elkins and Kiya Katherine
Arquette paraded down the track on beaded horses
before the first race to celebrate the start of this year’s
75-day racing meet while Junior Princess Leslie Starr,
walking ahead, led the parade. All three waved at the
crowd as a drum group consisting of Joseph Martin,
son Marcus, and two visitors from afar performed an
honoring song.
Tribal Chairman Virginia Cross and family and
friends of the participants were in the winner’s circle
to greet them as they completed their ceremonial
march. The annual UW pow-wow, happening the same
day, caused a shortage of drummers, but two of Toni
Martin’s uncles, Larry Ground and Leon Rattler, drove
all the way from the Blackfeet Nation, Browning,
Montana to save the day.
Larry Ground is a renowned traditional singer
and member of numerous religious societies of the
Blackfeet Nation. Larry is pictured wearing a traditional Blackfeet Stand-Up Warbonnet. Leon Rattler is
a spiritual leader, renowned traditional artist and traditional singer from the Blackfeet Nation. Leon is shown
wearing a traditional Blackfeet Warbonnet. Both men
had a great time and were really glad they came.
Marcus Martin, Blackfeet, Comanche and Squamish Nations, was the fourth drummer. He is the older
son of Joe and Toni Martin. Marcus has been singing
traditionally in Southern Plains, Northern Plains and
Northwest Coastal traditions since he was born, and
is also a premier-level goalkeeper who plays for the
defending Washington State Champion and Northwest
Champions League champion soccer team, Washington Premier Football Club Boys 1999 Black. On the
day this photo was taken, Marcus was transferred the
right to wear the Split Horn Warbonnet for his high
achievements in academics and athletics.
After the opening ceremony everyone enjoyed a
nice meal upstairs in the turf club, topping off the day
by standing in the winner’s circle to honor the winner
of the Muckleshoot Tribal Purse. Live racing continues
Friday through Sunday all summer long.
by
FireHorse
P5
P6
Education
MUCKLESHOOT MONTHLY
MAY 15, 2014
MUCKLESHOOT MONTHLY
NWIC Students of the Month
David Miramontez
Sam Adame
Sealth Thomas
David is a wonderful
student, always looking
for new ways to challenge
himself and has overcome
many obstacles in his time
here at NWIC Muckleshoot.
A gem to have on campus
as he has what seems like a
permanent smile on his face.
David proves that with hard
work, determination and
pushing through your fears
you will always succeed, and
he has. David has maintained a 4.0 grade point average
and plans to continue this throughout the remainder of
his education. Though he was nervous about coming
back to college at first, he has really blossomed and is
making great strides towards his educational goals.
The Most Honorable Sir
Samuel K. Adame, known to
some simply as Papa Sam, came
to the MOST program this past
December. When I learned of his
2-hour commute each way to the
College, I knew he was serious
about the program. He never
avoids work just because it is
difficult. When asked to nominate
a student of the month for
the MOST Program, Samuel
Adame was chosen immediately and unanimously. Sam
is a dedicated student with an excellent work ethic. He is
both focused and hard-working. He honestly cares about
not just completing his work but also in understanding the
material. Sam is a prime example of what hard work and
perseverance can accomplish. We here at Muckleshoot Tribal College are so proud of
Sam and he should be very proud of himself as well. He is a
model student who is living proof that hard work really can
make a difference in school!!
career day continued from page 1
Photos
by
John Loftus
The other Muckleshoot business was Tribeca Profesional Salon. Amy Dais had a fashionable booth, and spoke
to the students about owning your own business.
We had a Student Panel this year, to allow students to
share their important stories with the youth. Thank you to
the students that spoke: Jenel Hunter (MTS), Amy Irons
(NWIC), Teeias Thomas (NWIC), Sandra Louie-Ortiz
(NWIC), Melissa Ho (College), Larkin Williams (ARHS/
ASD), Roy Murphy (MOST Program).
Jonathan Sampson, waved from his seat.
Joseph Martin, and Grant Timentwa helped us open
each day with a Honor Song. Willard Bill, Jr., helped sing
with the Muckleshoot Canoe Family, as, well as making
announcements about the Student Passports that were used
throughout the day. Melvin Daniels and his lead supervisors (Gilbert Adame, Henry Miller, and Mark Jansen,) also
brought employees from the Adult Work Training Program
to this event.
Muckleshoot Skopabsh Royalty
Thank You!
We also had some of the Muckleshoot Royalty speak
at the event this year. A special thanks to Kiya, Katherine
Arquette, who shared about her personal journey of going
back to college, and getting her B.A. at mid-life. Little Miss
Skopabsh, Tamicka Elkins, greeted everyone in her precious voice, with her Whulshootseed words. Miss Skopabsh
Olivia Courville, spoke from Enumclaw S.D., and Warrior
A special thank you to all of my colleagues at the
Muckleshoot Tribal College for making this event a success: Wilma Cabanas, Steven Yanish, Alicia Woods, Laurie
Collins, Michele Rodarte, Mitzi Judge, Janet Emery, Cord
Rose, Dennis Kinerk, Renee Lozier-Rojas, Romajean
Thomas, and Jeramie Smith. Thank you too, Virginia Cross,
for asking us to host this event.
Romajean Thomas
Roy Murphy
Sealth is a returning
student and has made
incredible and positive
lifestyle changes and is now
pursuing his educational
goals full force. He is always
on campus studying on his
own time and improving
his skills. Sealth is a bright
student, eager to learn and
is very determined. He
has regularly attended the
meetings of our very own
NWIC Muckleshoot “Four Directions” Scholarship
Club and is a contributing member of the club. Sealth
has wonderful ideas about things going on here at our
institution and is willing to share them with us. He takes
his education very seriously and it shows.
Tribal member Amy Dais, on right, owner of Tribeca Salon
Renee Lozier-Rojas speaking with one of
the venders
Denise Bill and Skopabsh
Kayah Katherine Arquette
Education
MUCKLESHOOT MONTHLY
MAY 15, 2014
P7
Muckleshoot Birth to Three Program is actively
seeking children ages birth to three years old
For infants
from birth to 18
months, we have
Baby Group every
Tuesday from 11
a.m. to Noon. A
parent or caregiver must attend
with the child.
This is a great
time for you and
your baby to socialize with other babies;
and parents can also learn about activities that you can do with baby at home. At
times, we have special guest speakers that
come in and speak to the families about
nutrition, dental hygiene, basic first aid,
behaviors, and cultural activities. If you
need assistance with a ride for you and
your baby, please let us know and we can
provide one within the boundaries of our
service area.
For toddlers from 18 to thirty-six
months, we have Toddler Classes, which
are twice a week for two hours each
session. There are currently four classes
available, Monday/ Tuesday AM and PM
and Wednesday/ Thursday AM and PM.
Morning classes are from 9 to 11 A.M. and
afternoons are from 1 to 3 P.M. A Child is
placed in class depending on availability
and location of pick-up and drop-off. In
class, with the integration of the Muckle-
shoot Language, your child will eat a meal
with other students while building communication skills. They will have the opportunity to develop a routine, as well as enhance
social skills as they interact with same age
children in sensory/fine/gross motor, art, and
choice time activities in this literacy-based
program.
Birth to Three does developmental
screenings to ensure your child is developing as they need to be. We provide support
services for children with special needs in
areas such as speech/language, physical
and occupational
therapy, sensory
processing issues,
cognitive, adaptive
and personal/social. We will give
referrals to outside
resources if we
cannot provide for
the needs of your
child. Please contact Birth to Three
Staff at 253-8763056 for eligibility
and enrollment
information. We
are located at the
Muckleshoot Early Childhood Education
Center (MECE).
Petero “Sefa” Pedro
Bobbi Keeline-Young hired as
MIT Human Services Director
Join us in welcoming the Muckleshoot Tribe’s new
Human Services
Director, Bobbi
Keeline-Young.
A Muckleshoot
tribal member,
Bobbi’s educational
credentials include
a BA in liberal
studies with an
emphasis on Native
American Studies
from The Evergreen
State College, and
a Masters Degree
in Leadership and
Development from
the Leadership Institute of Seattle of Saybrook University.
She is currently on break from the Human Science Ph.D.
program with Saybrook University.
Bobbi’s past work experience includes Tulalip Gaming Agency as a Licensing Agent, Muckleshoot Indian
Casino as Training and Development Specialist, SPIPA
Nisqually TANF Site Manager.
The Human Services Division includes the Elders Program, the Resource Center and Child and Family Services
(MCFS).
“I’m excited for the opportunity to serve my tribe and
community,” Bobbi says. “I am grateful and humbled to
serve in this capacity and with the particular programs that
I direct. I look forward to supporting the teams of these
programs to perform superior work in the honorable duty
of serving the people.”
My Dad paddled
with my tribe Muckleshoot on the first “Paddle
to Seattle”, he learned
to cook fish on a stick by
the fire from my great
grandpa, he hunted with
my uncle in the mountains, he fished, he played
in stick game tournaments and sung the songs,
he lit a candle without
having to be told cause he
shared the Shaker beliefs and made them his beliefs
and his religion, my dad spent half his life here and
he is Muckleshoot Samoan.
Dena Pedro
On behalf of my family I would like to extend my
heartfelt thanks to the Muckleshoot Tribal and community members that took the time to come and sit with
me, my children and the family members at the Auburn
Hospital. We were at the hospital hoping and praying
for the best for Sefa for 10 days and nine nights for his
recovery. However the Lord had other plans and Sefa
passed on January 13th, 2014.
I would like to take this time to thank my very
special friend my adopted sister, Stephanie Flesher for
the time and care that she had given Sefa over the past
four years. Stephanie was the only one that Sefa trusted
to prepare his medication and oversee all of his health
needs and she did this willingly and with the compassion of a family member. Sefa had a lot of love, respect
and especially trusted in Stephanie and that I will
forever be grateful for.
My sister-in-law Ama Tuatoo and my niece Tasi
and nephew Jonathan also deserve special recognition
for always thinking of their uncle Sefa and taking time
to come and visit him and bringing him is favorite Samoan food which he truly enjoyed. Thank you sister
Ama, Tasi and Jonathan
I am so grateful for my Kiyah, Toots Baker, Steve
Baker and Derek Hicks for coming basically everyday to sit with me and my family. You gave me the
strength and courage that I needed to make it through
the hardest time that I have ever gone though in my
life.
Special thanks to David “Percy” Purcell for sitting
with us at the hospital and bringing coffee and donuts
and keeping us going. We love you bro – you will
always be a part of our family and thank you for bringing traditional ways with your thoughtfulness and kind
heart. We are lucky to have you here at Muckleshoot
and as a family member.
My cousin John LaClair stayed by my side day and
night when I was too scared to sleep at the hospital John
was willing to take time away from his son and be with
me and my kids and I will be forever grateful- Thank you
John.
There are so many others to thank for the food and
drink donations. I feel so fortunate to have had my
Muckleshoot people by my side through this very trying
time. You were good medicine to me and my children
and you helped us in a way that is so awesome. Thank
you hardly seems to be enough said but we truly appreciated your care and thoughtfulness.
We are still coping with our very significant loss and
I am so thankful for the prayers and all of the donations
that we received I know that Sefa meant a lot to so many
people here in our community as he was willingly taken
in as a community member and I am grateful for the love
that was shown for Sefa during his hospital stay and following his passing.
Thank you to my Muckleshoot people you were good
medicine to me and my children and my family during
our loss and all of your love, caring, thoughtfulness and
donations will never be forgotten and we will always be
grateful to you.
I also wish to thank you cousin Lisa James, to this
day she texts me every week giving me encouragement
and checking to make sure that me and my kids are doing
ok. Thank you Lisa, I love you.
My family has always given me love and support and
I am grateful and feel so lucky to have them here by my
side during this time.
My father told me that I have a rough road to travel
and he is right because I am struggling. People still ask
me how me and my children are doing sometimes it is
easier to just lie and tell them that we are all fine but in reality we are lost and everyday is a struggle. We are all still
so hurt and devastated that we don’t know what to do so
we pray but the love and support that we received from
our family, tribal and community members is keeping us
going and we thank you one and all from the bottom of
our hearts.
I would also like to thank Rita Andrews for taking
care of the services for Sefa and Tammy Sue and Auntie
Deed for cooking and thank you to Alfred Starr for being with Sefa through his last night here in the physical
world. Thank you to Charlotte and Kenny for allowing all
the religions to come together in their church.
Special recognition to Sefa’s nieces and nephews for
taking part in his services he would have been so proud of
you all for honoring him in such a special way. You truly
showed your love and respect for your uncle God Bless
you always.
Linda Starr & Family
P8
Tribal School
MAY 15, 2014
Students of the Month
Jaden Iverson
Kalani Thompson
Jaden has worked hard this
year. He has a wonderful personality. He has a great sense
of humor and enjoys a good
laugh with his friends. He is
our best valet (door holder)
in our class! Even when he is
not assigned to hold the door
open as other students pass
by, he volunteers to do so
when no one else is available.
We enjoy having Jaden in our
fourth grade class this year.
Kalani Thompson - Kalani
is a great friend to her peers
and is helpful to her teacher.
She always takes the initiative to help others with their
work. She takes great care of
her belongings and the class
room. She works hard in all
areas and always does her
best without any complaining. Kalani loves to learn, is
respectful, helpful and polite.
Kaimi Aho
Mar Cobell
3rd Graders Celebrate Earth Day
Inspired by an article we read about art made from
discarded waste, our class created a “trash art” mural
in honor of Earth Day and to model the environmental
conservation we are learning about in science. Students
collected waste from the garbage cans and recycle bins
at home and school for a week to create this beautiful
mural and message.
Students were also challenged to try an “upcycling”
project of their own at home. Student creations included;
a wind chime, a baby mobile, a 3D globe, toy cars,
robots, city scenes/models and even play houses. Fun!
– Ms. Cinnamon, 3rd grade, MTS
Silas is my student of the
month because he has been
working so hard lately to
have a good attitude at
school and be kind to his
friends. He is a hard worker
and always tries to help
other succeed, too. Great
job, Silas!
Silas Simmons
Leeschelle Rojero is a caring
student. She comes to school
with a smile and always tries
to help others in every way
she can. Lee Lee has a great
sense of humor and tries her
hardest in all subjects. She
is a great friend and includes
others. We are lucky to have
her in Second Grade!
Leeschelle Rojero
Kaimi does a great job in
class. He’s a great friend
who is always trying to help
his classmates make good
choices. Kaimi is patient
and works hard to get his
superstars. Kaimi is responsible and tries his best. We
enjoy Kaimi’s laid-back
sense of humor. We are glad
to have Kaimi in our class.
MUCKLESHOOT MONTHLY
Ariana is a hard working
student. She tries her best
and is eager to learn! Ariana is a responsible student
that comes to class each
day with her homework and
strives to complete all of her
daily activities with great
effort.
Ariana Romo Rincon
Our Student of the month is
Richelle Cobell, aka Mar.
Mar is such a wonderful
student. She is always cheerful, polite, and is helpful to
her peers when asked to be.
She completes her work and
homework in a timely manner. She always has a bright
smile. Congratulations, Ms.
Mar.
Brian Luangrath
Brian is such a unique individual that brings laughter
and fun to any situation.
He is improving in all his
subjects and keeping his
attitude respectful. Brian is
a born leader and can make
a big impact on his peers.
I look forward to seeing
how well he does in Middle
School.
Cirilio has demonstrated
safe and responsible behaviors in the classroom. He is
kind to others. He is a joy
to have in class.
Ebony is a true leader in
our classroom, she does
this by coming to school
every day, lining up quietly
and listening the first time.
Thank you Ebony, for being
such an awesome student
and always doing your
best. Ebony is a Rock star
Kindergartener!
Cirilio Lopez
Ebony Aho
Devon Moses – Devon has
improved not only academically but behaviorally
as well. He is making very
good choices and is working extremely hard. He is
honest and adventurous.
We love having him in our
classroom!
Devon Moses
Tristan Thompson
Tristan Thompson is our
student of the month. He
has shown great progress in
responsibility this year, which
is helping him improve in
all subjects. He always pays
attention in class, works
hard to get his assignments
completed and accurate, and
he always contributes to class
discussions and understanding. Thanks for being our
great friend and a hard worker
Tristan!
Karley comes to school eager to learn every day. She
consistently works hard and
is determined to succeed.
She is also a very kind
friend. She loves to make
pictures for her friends and
teachers. Thanks for being
a fantastic student, Karley!
Karley James
NAWMAC ADOPT-A-ROAD CLEAN-UP
The Muckleshoot Tribal School afterschool club NAWMAC (Native American’s
Who Make A Change) completed their
spring Adopt-A-Road clean-up on April 11.
NAWMAC is a middle and high school group
focusing community service projects. In
December and January NAWMAC completed
a 2-month project creating comfort packs for
100 homeless Native Americans through the
Chief Seattle Club. Also in April, NAWMAC
volunteered at the Elder’s Luncheon on April
30. Any community program needing project
volunteers, please contact Erika Gonzalez at
the Muckleshoot Tribal School. NAWMAC is
always happy assist!
MUCKLESHOOT MONTHLY
Tribal School
MAY 15, 2014
Earth Day at MTS 2014
Earth Day this year was an event-filled success.
We had students teaching other students and it was
truly an amazing learning experience to witness. Our
students took pride in their skills and patiently taught
others the importance of caring for our Earth. Students
had fun making their own pesto with a mortar and pestle, saving our berries from invasive weeds and tying
up their long limbs, getting our garden beds ready for
seeds, planting their own basil in recycled containers,
painting pet rocks to decorate the garden space, reading
about recycling and Earth Day facts in our relaxing
reading area and, of course, the cake walk. Parents
and teachers were excited to play, work and join in the
festivities and learn from their children.
The festivities continued as our 5th graders went
classroom to classroom asking follow-up questions
on some Earth friendly facts. Students were happy to
receive their prizes for a job well done. Our MTS 4th
graders are getting involved by making some inventive upcycling projects and we are excited to see those
when they are finished.
We look forward to more visits from families and
sunnier days of planting and harvesting! Here are some
of the comments we received:
“Earth Day was a wonderful event, with such a positive environment! Students had a great time and were
all engaged in fun, learning activities. It was great seeing our 5th grade students teaching the younger kids,
while also working together with their classmates. The
5th graders did a magnificent job teaching and leading
their stations. A perfect day for all ages, and provided
a great opportunity for everyone to get to work in the
garden!“ – Emily McConahy
“The kids were so happy and had so much fun. I
love how you encourage the 5th graders to be leaders,
allowing 5th grade to be a great rite of passage for
them.” – Melanie Heigaard
“We attended the Tribal School Earth Day Activities with our son and we a blast. It was fun watching
all the kids weed the garden, plant seeds, make pesto
sauce and paint rocks, all for tickets to do a cake walk.
It was also great to see the staff participate and have
fun also. Thanks for the invitation for a fun filled afternoon.”
– Lee and Lacy Williams “Exactly what I strive for everyday- to see students
having fun with hands-on learning! I was so proud
watching the students learn, work hard, and most of
all, help each other. Seeing the older students eager
to teach and assist the younger ones was absolutely
moving. It felt like the first of something truly amazing.
I can see this getting bigger and better every year! I am
already looking forward to next year.”
– Cinnamon Enos
Sports
Kings head for district baseball tourney
As this edition went to press the Kings baseball team had just defeated Lopez Island 7-2 to advance to play Lummi Nation School at MTS Field, with the winner going
to state and the loser out. The winner will then play for the Bi-District Championship
at 4pm on the same field. (By the time you read this, you will already know the result!)
The win over Lopez Island It was a hard-fought, again lead by pitching and defense! We ran the bases better then we had all year and that was the difference in the
game! We took every base they gave usa. The Kids played a very aggressive style of
baseball and, as a coach, it’s fun to watch!
I want to thank Coach Chad Walden, my assistant. He’s been great! Also, volunteer coach Phil Hamilton and all the game day staff! Thank you!!!! And, finally, on
behalf of the 2014 Kings Baseball Team, I want to thank all the fans who support us
and the community!!
– Jamie Sluys
BOYS’ BASEBALL. Top row, left to right: Fidi Ortiz, Harvey Starr, Josh Hamilton,
Warren Starr and Marlin Brown. Bottom row from left to right: J.R. Hamilton, Charles
Starr, Donovan Sather, Aaron Arteberry and Daniel Ortiz.
Charles Starr, on left.
GIRLS’ FASTPITCH SOFTBALL. Top row, left to right: Assistant Coach Whitney, Assistant Coach Florence Starr, Jenel Hunter, Gloria Simmons, Kenzi Courville,
Alyssa Vaiese, Juanita Ortiz, Coach Vania, Kaitlin Lozier, bottom row from left to right:
LaShawna Starr, Shelynn Lozier, Karenna Heredia Medina and Shaughnessi Hicks.
Susan Starr
Daniel Ortiz, center
Harvey Starr prepares to throw
the javelin.
PHOTOS BY RICHARD VENDIOLA
P9
P10 MAY 15, 2014
Fisheries
MUCKLESHOOT MONTHLY
Fishing on the Columbia River
Keta Creek Trout Derbies
The fishing derbies at Keta Creek hatchery
are family oriented events for Tribal
Members and their families.
We serve breakfast, lunch, snacks and
plenty of fun and games for all.
Bait, tackle, ice, and fish bags are provided.
Fish cleaning facilities are available.
June 21 — Kids 12 and Under
August 16 — Family Derby
September 27 — Fall-Classic
Fishing prizes, Door Prizes, Contest prizes,
Pee Wee’s Pond, Etc.
Hours for all events 8:30—2pm
Call us with questions:
Gail Larsen (253) 876-3178 or
Dennis Moore ( 253) 876-3286
Canoe Family Will Stay Home, Focus on Youth this Summer
Hello, tribal members in the community, how
are you doing? Mike Edwards with the Canoe Family
here. I believe you have all heard by now that Muckleshoot will be staying home this year – or the canoe
will be anyway – from the Tribal Journey and we will
be concentrating on working with the youth in pulling
canoe.
We have a date set up this summer for a youth
pull, which will last five days, August 3rd through the
7th. We’ll paddle from Squaxin Island to Suquamish.
At this time, we will be looking out to the youth
12 to 18 for pulling canoe. So, all you parents, if you
think your youth and children would be interested in
pulling canoe, we will be setting up practice dates,
and the dates we will pull.
We will all be concentrating on practice during the weekdays after school lets out. We will try
and meet Wednesday evenings at 6:00 PM to keep
everyone informed, so we come together, have a meal
together, share time, learn some songs and just have
fun as we prepare for this youth pull.
The youth pull is designed to help create family time for your child and the family, bonding time
for the family, so we’re hoping for a lot of parent
participation at the camping sites. We will be camping
out every night at the following locations: Squaxin,
Nisqually, Puyallup, Manchester State Park and
Suquamish. We’re trying to make this really family-oriented
and we hope you will want to get involved.
So, we are just getting word out, and we will be working with the school district, as well as the youth program,
and Auburn School District with Will Bill. Will is working
at Olympic Middle School and is really getting word out
with the Auburn School District for the youth so we can get
them out on the water and just get water time in and have
fun.
That’s all we want to do is have each and every one
have fun out on the water, or on the grounds crew at the
campsite. We’re concentrating on youth for them to be our
future pullers for the tribe as these Tribal Journeys continue
year after year.
We woke up the canoes a few weeks ago and we’re
looking to spend time out on the water once a week or
once every other week, just to be out there and learn the
ropes and skills, what it takes for pullers to be on the
water. We will be practicing either at Solo Point, Alki, or
possibly a lake, depending on the situation each week.
So, please look forward to our future announcements coming – flyers sent out to the community if we
can – for updates on this tribal youth pull. We’re hoping
to get a lot of involvement from our youth and being
able to bring the community together a little bit better.
Thank you very much.
MUCKLESHOOT MONTHLY
The Church of
Jesus Christ
of Latter Day
Saints
Services at 3:00 p.m.
every Sunday
In the Cougar Room
All Invited
Religion
MAY 15, 2014
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Muckleshoot Pentecostal
Church
Kenny Williams, Pastor
SCHEDULE
Sunday
Tuesday
11:00 AM
Church Service
Wednesday
Thursday
6:30 PM
Thursday
7:00 PM Spanish (language) Church
Friday
7:00 PM
12:00 Noon Prayer Meeting
Bible Study
12:00 Noon
Support Group Meeting
3rd Saturday 10:00 AM
Prayer Meeting
Prayer Meeting
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Health
Chlamydia
A Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD)
What is Chlamydia?
Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted bacterial infection. Chlamydia is thought to be
one of the most common of all the sexually transmitted diseases.
Although Chlamydia is easily treatable, many people do not even know that they
have it until complications occur.
It is spread by direct person-to-person contact, usually during sexual intercourse,
although pregnant women can pass it to their child during birth. Chlamydia can also
be spread by oral-genital contact, resulting in an infection in the throat. There is no
evidence to show that the infection can be passed via toilet seats or sharing towels.
What are the Symptoms of Chlamydia?
Most people infected with Chlamydia will not have any symptoms unless there are
complications. In people who do get symptoms, these will usually occur between a
week to a month after infection. Men are more likely than women to have symptoms.
Symptoms in men include:
• Pain or burning with urination
• Milky or mucus-like discharge from the penis
• Swelling of the testicles; and irritation around the opening of the penis.
The symptoms may seem to come and go but the infection will remain unless it is
treated.
Chlamydia is often “silent” in women and as many as nine out of 10 infected women
will not have any symptoms. If symptoms do occur they include:
• Pain or stinging on urination
• Milky or mucus-like discharge
• Painful intercourse
• Bleeding between periods
• Abdominal pain.
If left untreated, Chlamydia can cause complications such as pelvic inflammatory
disease (PID) and fertility problems in women. It can also affect sperm function and
fertility in men, and may also cause prostatitis (an infection of the prostate gland).
How Do I Get Tested for Chlamydia?
Here at the HWC, if your doctor thinks you may have Chlamydia, he or she will use
a cotton swab to collect cells from your genitals; from the cervix in women or from
inside the urethra in men. The swab will then be sent away to a laboratory for testing.
There are times when we can also test for infection by sending a urine sample to the
lab.
How is Chlamydia Treated?
Chlamydia is treated with antibiotics. The antibiotics usually prescribed include
azithromycin doxycycline and ofloxacin. It is very important that you finish all the
antibiotics given to you.
All sexual partners must be tested and treated to prevent passing the infection back
and forth. You and your partner must finish all of the antibiotics. Avoid sexual intercourse or use condoms until you both have finished taking your antibiotics.
If you have any question, please contact The Muckleshoot Health & Wellness
Center (253) 939-6648
MUCKLESHOOT MONTHLY
Gonorrhea is on the rise on N.W. Indian
Reservations !!
(A Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD)
What is Gonorrhea?
Also called the “clap” or “drip,” gonorrhea is a contagious disease transmitted most
often through sexual contact with an infected person. Gonorrhea may also be spread
by contact with infected bodily fluids, so that a mother could pass on the infection to
her newborn during childbirth. Both men and women can get gonorrhea. The infection is easily spread and occurs most often in people who have many sex partners.
What are the symptoms of Gonorrhea?
Symptoms of gonorrhea usually appear 2 - 5 days after infection. However, it may
take up to a month for symptoms to appear in men. Some people do not have
symptoms. They may not know that they have caught the infection, so do not
seek treatment.
Symptoms in men include:
• Burning and pain while urinating
• Need to urinate urgently or more often
• Discharge from the penis (white, yellow, or green in color)
• Red or swollen opening of penis (urethra)
• Tender or swollen testicles
• Sore throat
Symptoms in women can be very mild. They can be mistaken for another type of
infection.
They include:
• Vaginal discharge
• Burning and pain while urinating
• Increased urination
• Sore throat
• Painful sexual intercourse
• Severe pain in lower abdomen (if the infection spreads to the fallopian tubes and stomach area)
• Fever (if the infection spreads to the fallopian tubes and stomach area)
How Do I Get Tested for Gonorrhea?
At the HWC, if your doctor thinks you may have Chlamydia, he or she will use a cotton swab to collect cells from your genitals; from the cervix in women or from inside
the urethra in men. The swab will then be sent away to a laboratory for testing. There
are times when we can also test for infection by sending a urine sample to the lab.
How is Gonorrhea treated?
It is very easy to treat this disease. A number of different antibiotics may be used for
treating this type of infection.
• You may receive one large dose of oral antibiotics or take a smaller dose for seven days.
• You may be given an antibiotic injection or shot, and then maybe be sent home with antibiotic pills.
All sexual partners must be tested and treated to prevent passing the infection back
and forth. You and your partner must finish all of the antibiotics. Avoid sexual intercourse or use condoms until you both have finished taking your antibiotics.
Don’t be ashamed of getting the disease, be ashamed if you don’t do anything about
it. Help is at the HWC.
If you have any questions,
please contact the Muckleshoot Health & Wellness Center
(253) 939-6648
Do you know how ultraviolet
rays affect your eyes?
• Increases risk for Pre-Mature Cataracts.
• Damages the Retina and the Macula.
• Can cause Ocular Cancer.
How can I prevent UV damage?
1. Wear a hat or a visor.
2. Find shade.
3. Maintain a healthy diet and
exercise.
4. Avoid smoking.
5. Routine vision examinations for early detection.
6. WEAR SUNGLASSES!!!!!!!!
Or, Transition Lenses.
What should I look for in a
pair of sunglasses?
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Blocks 99 to 100% both UVA and UVB radiation.
Provides adequate wrap around the eyes.
Muckleshoot Optical carries
sunglasses for all ages.
Stop in today to protect your vision
from the harmful rays of UV.
Muckleshoot Optical (253)939-6648
NEED A “MEETING” TO
HELP YOU !! ?
Alcoholics Anonymous – AA
&
Narcotics Anonymous – NA
Meetings on the Rez
Tuesday 12:00-1:00pm A.A. M.I.T. Recovery House
39225 180th Ave S.E.
Auburn, WA
MUCKLESHOOT MONTHLY
Notice to All CHS
Eligible Patients
If you received a PO from the CHS
office and now you are receiving a medical
bill or statement, please bring them to the
CHS office for review.
This will ensure timely payment to your
provider. As always, you must obtain a
PO # prior to your medical
appointment and call us if you cancel or
reschedule your appointment.
CHS Office Hours:
Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm
Closed for Lunch 12pm – 1pm
Phone: 253-939-6648
Health
Is Heroin
Running
Your Life?
There is help.
MAY 15, 2014
MIT Holiday Events Schedule
The dates below reflect the scheduled dates and locations for tribal events for 2014:
5/26
Memorial Day Dinner (Monday) – Pentecostal
10/24 Halloween Party (Friday) – Emerald Downs
11/11 Veterans Day Dinner (Tuesday) – Pentecostal
Call
253-804-8752
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11/21 Thanksgiving Dinner (Friday) – Pentecostal
12/19 Tribal Christmas Party (Friday) – Pentecostal
Health
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CONTRACT HEALTH SERVICE (CHS)
NOTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
CHS OFFICE
(253) 939-6648
1. Notify CHS office before any non-emergent
services are rendered to determine patient eligibility, medical priority and to set aside funds for
payment. Pre –authorization is mandatory and
failure to comply is reason for denial of payment
for claim(s).
2. In true medical emergencies, notify the CHS
office within seventy two (72) hours of start of
services. Failure to comply is reason for denial
of payment of claim(s).
3. Prior notification does not guarantee CHS cay
pay for services, unless all other CHS requirements are met. There are some services CHS can
not cover.
ALTERNATE RESOURCE REQUIREMENTS:
Muckleshoot CHS is a residual resource and
not an entitlement program. In addition to CHS,
other resources for health care are available from
various state, and federal programs, as well as individual and group health insurance policies.
By federal law, CHS must ensure that all resources,
where and when applicable, are utilized before
CHS can assume financial responsibility for your
care.
This means that CHS will not be authorized if
you are eligible or would be eligible upon making an application for an alternate resource such
as: Medicare (over age 65 or disabled at any age),
Medicaid (medical coupons), crippled children or
have private insurance etc. Failure to comply with
a CHS office referral to an alternate resource will
terminate your CHS coverage. You are required to
use these benefits as your first source of payment
of your medical-related costs.
The CHS office is required, as per IHS Federal
Rules and Regulations, which requires all CHS
denials to patients be sent by certified mail to the
address on file.
MUCKLESHOOT MONTHLY
Health & Wellness Center Program Hours
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday Thursday Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Pharmacy
Wellness Center
8-5 pm 8-6 pm
10 am-8 pm
8-5 pm 8-6 pm
10 am-8 pm
9-5 pm 9-6 pm 10 am-8 pm
8-5 pm
8-6 pm
10 am-8 pm
8-5 pm 8-6 pm
10 am-8 pm
—————————————10 am-2 pm
All Programs Closed
*Shuttle Service
9-9 pm
9-9 pm
9-9 pm
9-9 pm
9-9 pm
10-2 pm
*There is no Shuttle/Bus service from 11-12 pm M-F.
Program NamePhone No.Closed-Lunch
Main Number to HWC
(253) 939-6648
12:00-1:00
Behavioral Health
(253) 804-8752
Open
(Mental Health & Chemical Dep)
Family & Youth BH Services
(253) 333-3605
Open
CHS/Registration Office
(253) 939-6648
12:00-1:00
Community Health/CHRs
(253) 939-6648 12:00-1:00
Dental Clinic(253) 939-213112:00-1:00
Medical Clinic(253) 939-664812:00-1:00
Optical Clinic(253) 939-664812:00-1:00
Pharmacy
(253) 333-3618 Open
Recovery House
(253) 333-3629
Open
Shuttle/Bus Service(253) 939-664811:00-12:00
Wellness Center
(253) 333-3616
Open
WIC Thurs Only 8-4:30
(253) 939-6648 12:00-1:00
Health & Wellness Center Program Closures for May - August 2014
Day
Monday
Thursday
Friday
Thursday
Friday
Date
May 31st
June 5th
July 4th
August 7th
August 29th
Times Closed All Day
8-9 am
All Day
8-9 am
All Day
Reason for Closure
Memorial Day Holiday
Mo. All Staff Meeting
4th of July Holiday
Mo. All Staff Meeting
Employee Appreciation Day
“Your Suggestions Count”
The Muckleshoot Health & Wellness Center offers
“suggestion boxes” where guests can fill out forms to
share thoughts, comments or suggestions. The purpose of these forms is to help us improve the quality of
services offered to the community. These forms are not
“incident reports”, but rather confidential and private
opportunities to share your thoughts on what we are doing well or on ways we might improve.
The suggestion boxes are located in each reception
area and the main lobby of the building. The feedback
forms are located next to the boxes. The boxes are
checked at least twice a month by the Facilities Secretary
and then delivered directly and confidentially to the
appropriate department manager. Suggestions are then
discussed privately at Quality Improvement committee
meetings.
If possible, please provide contact information on
the suggestion form so the appropriate manager can
contact you to address your particular suggestion or
area of concern. Again, this would be a confidential and
private conversation.
We want to hear from you. Please take a moment to
stop by the Health & Wellness Center and fill out a suggestion form today. Your thoughts matter!
Thank you
Feathered Healing Circle
The Feathered Healing Circle has
been having beading cultural class along
with the AA mtg on Tues nights from
5pm – 6 pm. Currently most people are
working on beading lighters. We are
working on the 12 steps separately.
There is also a mtg. called the
Lemon Tree Group who will be meeting
with the Feathered Healing Circle until
Sandy Heddrick has been able to find a
night that will work with her schedule.
Their meeting will be at Lemon Tree
where Sandy does beadwork along with
AA mtg. You are welcome to bring any
other items you are working on except
wood carving to our class on Tuesday
nights at Philip Starr Bldg Cougar Rm.
We have been meeting at the Tribal School on the last Tuesday of each month because
they have a beautiful culture night at Tribal School.
On May 27, 2014 we will meet for the last time at the Tribal School Cultural night
until school is back again in September.
Hope to see you soon,
Cynthia Lozier
MUCKLESHOOT MONTHLY
MAY 15, 2014
“A Letter from Him”
Please read before you go out or go to bed, read this to the end.
My name is God. You hardly have time for me. I love you and
always bless you. I am always with you. I need you to spend 30
mns of your time with Me today. Don’t pray. Just praise. Today
I want this message across the world before midnight. Will you
help? Please do not cut it and I’ll help you with something that
you are in need of. Just dare Me! A blessing is coming your way.
Please Drop everything & pass it on. Tomorrow will be the Best
Day of your Life. Don’t break this chain. Send this to 10 friends
in 10 minutes. Tell The Devil you are a blessed child of God and
you have more to be thankful for than to worry about. We must go
through the storm to appreciate the sunshine! This is a test to see
who has more followers... Jesus or Satan. If Jesus, forward to ten
people, if Satan, ignore this! God is going to fix two things (BIG)
tonight in your favor. If you believe in God send to ten people.
~ Submitted by Clint Eyle
Housing Authority offering “Muckleshoot
Money Skills for Life” class May 21-22
The Muckleshoot Housing Authority is offering “Muckleshoot
Money Skills for Life” class at the Philip Starr Building Cougar
Room. The two half day sessions are:
Wednesday, May 21, 2014 8:30AM – 2:00PM
Thursday, May 22, 2014 8:30AM – 2:00PM
Please call Michelle Leverenz (253-876-3386) or email: Michelle.Leverenz@Muckleshoot.nsn.us to sign up for the class.
The “Muckleshoot Money Skills for Life” course consists of two
half-day sessions, from 8:30am to 2pm on May 21st and 22nd.
Some key points participants will cover are:
• How to budget monthly spending;
• How to improve your credit score;
• The wise approach to “big ticket items” of your financial
life – cars and housing;
• Why it’s important to begin planning for your future EARLY;
• Investments and 401K;
• Why the wisest way to invest turns out to be one of the easiest; and
• What the REAL benefit of making sound financial decisions is. (Hint: it’s not about the money!)
If you wish to attend the two (2) half day sessions please contact
Michelle.
If you are unable to attend we plan to offer additional classes
July 9th and 10th.
Skopabsh Warrior Jonathan Sampson Jr.
Jonathan Sampson Jr. still continues on the Pow Wow
Trail Dancing and Representing Muckleshoot in a good
way. He loves to Dance and Loves to be Skopabsh Warrior.
He always suits up and shows up and has a smile on his
face. Here’s some pictures of Jonathan and his friends. He
will be having a special:
JONATHAN SAMPSON JR. – SKOPABSH
WARRIOR TEEN FANCY BUSTLE SPECIAL
– 1st Fancy Bustles and $500.00
– 2nd Pendleton Blanket and $400.00
– 3rd Pendleton and $300.00 4th Pendleton and $200.00
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Elders
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MUCKLESHOOT MONTHLY
NEWS FROM THE MUCKLESHOOT ELDERS CENTER
Happy Birthday too…
Elders Luncheon Basket Contest
Sharon Curley – 5/17
David Hennes – 5/1
The Elders Complex staff would like to Thank
you for all the programs that participated in our
Elder’s Luncheon Basket contest.
Barry Anderson Sr. – 5/18
Daulene Pinkerton – 5/2
Penelope Miller – 5/18
Elizabeth James – 5/2
Catherine Calvert – 5/18
Kerri Marquez – 5/3
Isabelle Gleason – 5/19
Wesley G. LaClair – 5/5
Congratulations,
Francine Ross – 5/20
Yvonne Johnson – 5/5
Health & Wellness!
Amilia “Robin” Rivera – 5/21
Bonnie Graft – 5/6
Ivy Yanish – 5/22
Julie Wilson – 5/7
1st Health & Wellness
2nd Language Program
3rd Bingo
4th Seahawks (Rosette Andy)
5th Finance
6th Casino
7th TGA
Dena Starr – 5/24
Frederick Nelson – 5/8
Lorena “Sugar” Harnden – 5/9
Regina Bocatch – 5/10
Marvin “Cubby” Starr Sr. – 5/25
Mardee Rodrigues – 5/25
Daniel Jerry – 5/25
Laura John – 5/10
Maria Carranza – 5/26
Rose D’Ambrosio – 5/11
Benjamin WhiteEagle – 5/11
George Barr II – 5/12
Frances “Marie” Johnson – 5/28
The proceeds helped support our Elders fundraising
totaling $695.00
Fred Patterson Jr. – 5/28
Martin “Bear” Starr – 5/30
Luella Sandoval – 5/12
Nathen Barr Sr. – 5/31
Boyd Jones – 5/12
Rosemary “Rosie” Anderson – 5/13
Rudolph Moses – 5/15
Ray Williams – 5/15
Beverly Moses – 5/16
Ella Mae WhiteEagle – 5/16
Issac “Jack” Starr – 5/16
Easter Basket Fundraiser
We’d like to thank all the Elders who donated,
helped make Easter baskets, and those who purchased
baskets for the fundraiser. With all the help received
we raised $1450.00 to put towards activities.
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Mariner’s Game Schedule
The Elders Complex does ticket drawings every
Wednesday prior to the weekend home games for
Muckleshoot Seniors and Elders. Below are upcoming
game days:
May 23rd-25th
May 30th-June 1st June 13th -15th
June 27th -29th
July 11th -13th
July 25th -27th
August 8th -10th August 29th -31st September 12th -14th September 26th -28th Mariners vs Astros
Mariners vs Tigers
Mariners vs Rangers
Mariners vs Indians
Mariners vs Athletics
Mariners vs Orioles
Mariners vs White Sox
Mariners vs Nationals
Mariners vs Athletics
Mariners vs Angels
Introduction of Services Available for new Muckleshoot Elders & Seniors
Currently this year we have more Muckleshoot
Tribal Members becoming Elders (60+ years old) and
Seniors (50-59 years old). At this time we would like
to go over which services you may be eligible for and
how to go about receiving services.
The current services are offered to our Muckleshoot
Elders, Seniors, and eligible community members are:
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Congregate Meals – having lunch at the Elders
Complex Dining Room, Monday through Friday
12:00pm – 1:30pm
Home Delivered Meals – Staff delivers hot
meals to homebound Elders and Seniors Monday
through Thursday
Chore Services – Service Providers perform chore
and detailing services for Elders & Seniors homes
Transportation - Elders Complex Staff provides
transportation for shopping, paying bills, banking and appointments (when given 24-48 hours
notice)
Hospital Visits – Elders Complex Staff provides
transportation to Elders & Seniors who need to
visit Elders in the hospital
Home Visits – Staff make home visits and also
provide Elders & Seniors transportation to make
home visits
Firewood Assistance – The Elders Complex Staff
delivers kindling, stacks/chop wood, and assist
Elders with wood delivery requests
Volunteering – The Elders Complex along with
volunteering Elders fundraise year round to raise
funds for future activities.
Inclement Weather Response Team – Elders Complex Staff checks on Elders during heat waves and
storms. We’ll provide Elders with bottled water
and will salt and clear walkways if needed
Social and Cultural Activities – Each moth we
have different activities scheduled from traveling
to another tribe or cedar weaving. We encourage
our elders to join in and suggest new activities
In-home Support Services – Recently we have
started the In-home Support Services program
to get caregivers in the homes with Elders and
Seniors that need more assistance. For further information contact 253-876-3042 or 253-876-3043
Adult Protective Services – Adult Protective
Services Tribal Liaison is stationed at the Elders
Complex Thursdays and Fridays to assist with
Craft Room Fun
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protective services for Elders and can assist with
tribal protection orders
Aging and Disability Services Liaison – Our Aging and Disability Services Liaison is able to assist
Elders with disability services, caregiver support
services, and home assessments
Connect America – Connect America is provided
to Elders 60+ who lives alone or is prone to falling and/or other health issues. Younger Seniors
may qualify if they have health issues that warrant
use of alerts.
If you’d like to receive any of these services
please make sure to complete a 2014 Intake form and
turn into the Elders Complex to be processed.
Outdoor Services
Spring Outdoor Clean-up! For the Muckleshoot
Homeowners 60 and older, the Elders Complex
Service Providers are offering the following services:
Front and back porch cleaning, pressure wash sidewalks that pose a slip/fall hazard and light yard work.
Once again this service is limited to Muckleshoot
Home Owners 60 years and older. To put in request for
services please call: Diane at 253-876-2868 or Tiffany
at the front desk 253-876-2888
Introducing our RN - Ida Yellowman
I would like to introduce myself to the community. My name is Ida Yellowman, RN. I have recently
joined the Muckleshoot Elders Complex staff as the
nurse. I say, “Thank-you” to all who have welcomed
me into the house that Muckleshoot built. I am calling and checking on the elders in the community and
talking with them on their health issues, checking
blood pressures and reviewing their medications. I
would like to be a part of the well-being and you can
help me by being pro-active in your health care. I have
an office in the Elder’s Complex. My office number is
253-876-3050. Give me a call and let’s talk.
Elders
MUCKLESHOOT MONTHLY
MAY 15, 2014
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ANNUAL ELDERS LUNCHEON
April 30, 2014 ~ Emerald Downs
by
John Loftus
Photo
by
Bob Charlo
Photos
Some - but not all - of the many MIT Elders staff members that helped make this year’s luncheon a success.
Auburn Mayor Nancy Backus and Muckleshoot
Tribal Chairman Virginia Cross
Kalispel Tribe Culture Director Francis
Cullooyah, Kerri Marquez and Bob Charlo
Little Miss Skopabsh
Tamicka Elkins
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MUCKLESHOOT MONTHLY
Per Capita Information
TRIBAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
Hi Tribal Members,
I would like to take this opportunity to let you know of the deadlines for this
year’s Per Capita distribution.
By Glorianna Abella
Spring LEAD Event, April 24-25, 2014
2014 Per Capita Deadlines and Schedule
May 31, 2014
June 3, 2014
June 4, 2014
June 5, 2014
July 25, 2014
August 8, 2014
August 31, 2014
September 2, 2014
September 3, 2014
September 4, 2014
October 10, 2014
October 24, 2014
November 24, 2014
November 25, 2014
November 26, 2014
November 30, 2014
December 31, 2014
- Enrollment Cut Off Date for September 2014
Per Capita
- Per Capita Distribution Cougar Room
- Per Capita Distribution Cougar Room
- Per Capita Distribution Finance Building
- Deadline for New Direct Deposits to be turned in to Tax Fund
- Deadline to stop taking Direct Deposit Changes/
Cancellations
- Enrollment Cut Off Date for November 2014
Per Capita
- Per Capita Distribution Cougar Room
- Per Capita Distribution Cougar Room
- Per Capita Distribution Finance Building
- Deadline for New Direct Deposits to be turned in to Tax Fund
- Deadline to stop taking Direct Deposit Changes/
Cancellations
- Per Capita Distribution To Be Determined (TBD)
- Per Capita Distribution TBD
- Per Capita Distribution – Half Day Distribution Only
in Finance
- Enrollment Cut Off Date for March 2015 Per Capita
- Deadline for New Direct Deposits to be turned in to Tax Fund
The Tribal Development Program at
the Muckleshoot Casino helps Muckleshoot
Tribal Members pursue and train for their
ideal careers. One key component of this
program is investing in the personal and
professional development of each individual. Training & Development invited James
Cathcart from Franklin Covey to facilitate
the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
training. There are seven habits that were
taught throughout this two day training:
5. Habit 5 – Seek First to Understand,
then to Be Understood. This is the
habit of Empathic Communication and
is based on the principles of respect,
mutual understanding, having empathy, and courage. It emphasized on the
importance of learning and practicing
Empathic Listening (listen with the
intent to understand another person
within his/her frame of reference) and
respectfully seeking to be understood.
1. Habit 1 – Be Proactive. This habit
focuses on personal responsibility and
is based on the principles of responsibility, choice, accountability, initiative,
and resourcefulness. It taught everyone
the importance of taking initiative and
responsibility of their lives.
6. Habit 6 – Synergize. This is the habit of
Creative Cooperation and is based on
the principles of creativity, cooperation,
diversity, and humility. This taught
everyone to value the differences that
others bring to the table and seeking to
find creative alternatives that equally
benefit each person.
Some other important things to note:
• If you have direct deposit and your account is closed, you need to let me
know. If we submit your payment to your account and it is rejected, we have
to wait until the funds are returned to us before we can reissue you a check.
This process can sometimes take up to 5 days. In order to get your money in
a timely manner, come to Finance and fill out a Direct Deposit Cancellation
form.
• If you turn 13 or 18 during the current quarter, your direct deposit will
be cancelled. You will need to fill out a new form for your corresponding age
group.
• If you are unable to pick up your Per Capita check and would like someone else to do it for you, you MUST put the request in writing and it has to be
notarized. We have forms available in Finance.
• Please keep your address updated with Finance. When checks are not
picked up during normal distribution, they get mailed the next day to the last
address we had on file for you. Payment can be delayed if it goes to the wrong
address.
• If you or a family member is incarcerated during a Per Capita distribution, please let us know. We will hold your check until we receive something
directly from you at the jail to Finance, letting us know what you would like
done with your check.
2. Habit 2 – Begin with the End in Mind.
This is the habit of Personal Vision and
is based on the principles of vision,
commitment, and purpose. This habit
emphasized the importance of creating
and living by your own personal mission statement (a constitution by which
you make all the decisions for your
life). This habit taught individuals to
clearly define their vision and purposes
in life.
If you have any questions about your Per Capita, please feel free to contact me at
253-876-3189 or via email heather.evans@muckleshoot.nsn.us.
Sincerely,
Heather Evans
Finance Specialist, Tax Fund
4. Habit 4 – Think Win-Win. This is the
habit of Mutual Benefit and focuses
on the principles of mutual benefit,
fairness, and abundance. It emphasized
the importance of focusing not only on
your “wins” in life but other people’s
wins as well.
In celebration of Earth Day and
Muckleshoot Sovereignty Day
the Public Works Department
Solid Waste Division
is asking for the help of the Muckleshoot
Youth & Elder Artists
to create a traditional design representing
recycling and the cycle of life
This design will be displayed on our
curb side recycling and garbage trucks.
This is a great opportunity for your art
work to be displayed!
The design must be turned in at the
Muckleshoot Water Treatment Plant by
June 2nd, the winner will be notified by
phone! Please put your full name and
current telephone number on your entry!
Good Luck!
3. Habit 3 – Put First Things First. This
is the habit of Personal Management –
planning and focusing on your highest
priorities. It’s based on the principles
of focus, integrity, discipline, and
prioritization. This taught everyone the
importance of focusing on what is most
important to them and prioritizing by
eliminating the unimportant
7. Habit 7 – Sharpen the Saw. This is the
habit of the Daily Self-Renewal and
is based on the principles of renewal,
continuous improvement, and balance.
It taught that there are four dimensions
of renewal that need to be focused on
to keep a person in balance with themselves – body, heart, mind, and spirit.
This habit also taught everyone the
importance of focusing on improving
yourself every day which, in doing so,
will give you the ability to do everything else in your life.
The purpose of this training was to invest in each individual in hopes that they’ll
take all of the information they learned and
use it in some way to better themselves
personally and professionally to help them
in their lives. T&D would like to thank each
individual that attended this event to work
and improve upon themselves and we hope
that you’re using the knowledge that you
gained in those two days.
MAY 15, 2014
MUCKLESHOOT MONTHLY
P19
“Feeding Your Soul to the Monster”
How can you let such a Beautiful Life Crumble
I remember the beginning being Rough and Rocky
But you Made It
You made your life well enough for People to Watch with Envy
Your Babies had every Brand Name and Game out there
When did you Turn your Back on the Life you Worked So Hard to Achieve?
Was it the Man who Took Control For You that Sealed your Disastrous Fate?
Or was it that Dreadful Monster you were Tempted to Taste and it took Hold of Your Soul
I didn’t Realize it Happened so Gradually
At the Blink of an Eye we’re at the End of the Line of Your Hazy Fate
But today is the Day you’re Going to Lose It All
And see just how Far you have Fallen
Can you open your Big Brown eyes and Realize you’ve dug yourself Far Enough to
Reach Hell
It must Really be True
The Higher you Go, the Further you Fall
I’ve never really been a Religious Person
But Since I’ve Realized just how far gone you are
I’ve Prayed Fate would Pity You, Teach You, Push-No-Shove you in the Right Direction
That you’d find a Mirror to Really Look at your Distorted Reflection
It’s hard Admitting that the only thing you Truly Care about is Feeding What’s Left of
Your Soul
To the Monster that Made You the Person You Are Today
MIT Wildlife to Teach Hunter
Education Course on May 17
Anonymous ~ Dedicated to those Families who are Suffering and Struggling with Drug/
Alcohol Abuse within our Community.
REQUIRED FOR TEENS 16-18 WHO WANT TAGS
The Muckleshoot Wildlife Department will be teaching a Washington State Hunter’s Education Course on, May 17th. If you are a
tribal member and are interested in hunting outside of your treaty
areas this course is required to obtain a Washington hunting license.
Or, if you are interested in hunting outside of Washington State, most
states require you to have completed a hunter’s education course
before issuing you a license.
A new change in the Muckleshoot Hunting Ordinance requires
teens from 16 through 18 to have completed this course before being
issued hunting tags.
This hunter education course requires you to do a portion of it
online, at: http://www.hunter-ed.com/washington/index.html.
Before coming to this class you would need to complete the
online portion and bring the required documents showing you completed the online course.
This class will run from 9:30 AM to around 2 PM and will be
held in the cougar room at the Philip Starr Building.
At the end of the course there is a multiple choice test that you
must pass before being certified. There is also a skill evaluation portion of the course where you will be evaluated on what you learned
and firearms safety. Subject matter that will be taught during the
hunter’s education course includes but is not limited to:
• Firearm safety
• Washington State hunting rules and regulations
• Survival
• Basic First Aid
• Wildlife Conservation
• Sportsmanship
This course is open to anyone interested in getting involved in
hunting. Children under the age of 12 are required to have a parent
present with them. he hunter education course is an easy learning
environment; however it may be too advanced for children under 12.
The class will be held to 10 students on a first-come basis.
The only thing students will need to bring with them to class is
paper to take notes and a pen or pencil. All other supplies to include
firearms will be provided to the students.
If you have any questions regarding the Washington State Hunter’s Education Course please stop by the Muckleshoot Wildlife Department or call 253-876-3268. Please sign up for the class by calling
the listed number or stop by the Muckleshoot Wildlife Department.
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P20 MAY 15, 2014
MUCKLESHOOT MONTHLY
TRIBAL COUNCIL RESOLUTIONS
Charlotte Williams, John Echohawk, Marcie Elkins, Billy Frank, Virginia Cross, Donnie
Jerry
bear james continued from page 2
BEAR. It hasn’t come out yet. The actual release date is
July 8th, but you can go onto the publisher’s website, Tate
Publishing, and just put in “Daddy Please Don’t Go” and
order a copy online. After July 8, when it’s out on the market, I start book tours and signings. What you see online s
just a little sneak preview of the book.
People kept telling me that I should publish it, but I
didn’t have the money. That’s the way things work in publishing nowadays – you pay for the first production run and
they back you up with sales and marketing. People in my
class would cry after reading the story, because it’s so deep,
and everybody was telling me, “You should publish it, you
should publish it!”
So... I had a beautiful Ducati motorcycle, and I sold
it and paid the publishing company $4,000 to publish my
book. I did it on my own because I believe in it, and that no
matter what kind of roadblocks are stopping you from doing
something that you believe in, you should never give up;
and sometimes you have to sacrifice things that you really
love and cherish just to get where you need to be. So that’s
what I’m doing, and hopefully, there will be a good payoff.
MM: I understand you have a non-profit organization.
Could you tell us about that?
BEAR: Yes, I also started a nonprofit business. It’s called
Muck-N-It Corporation, although I may change the name.
Some don’t think it sounds serious enough. I go out and
do free haircuts for low income families. I’m also trying to
organize back-to-school haircuts for the kids whose families
can’t really afford to go out and pay for one.
So, the money that I earn from my book, I’m putting
into my nonprofit. I’m going to use some of the profits from
my book to help fund that, so people will start seeing more
of me out there and trying to help give back to the community.
MM: And you are also involved in hospice work?
BEAR: I’m involved with a hospice, Providence of Seattle.
It’s a hospice center for people that are terminally ill. They
go into this program when they have six months or less to
live. I am a volunteer and I go in and help the people in
the hospice by giving the patients free haircuts. I’ve done
quite a few of them over the last year and it’s been very
rewarding. I love helping people and that’s why I’m looking
forward to this book, hoping it will help fund the rest of my
other projects, so I can continue to give and continue to help
other people out there.
MM: Do you have any other books in mind?
BEAR: Yes, I’m thinking about doing a book. It’s called
“Mommy”. It’s about women that are in war that have
children, but instead of the son asking dad not to leave,
the daughter’s going to be strong and proud that her mom
serves for us. It’s just a little something that I’m working on
right now.
Oh! And I have one final thing I’d like to add: I just
found out on Monday I’m having another baby! It was a
birthday present. My birthday was on Monday, and I’m going to have another baby. So, I have five kids right now and
this will be my sixth!
MUCKLESHOOT MONTHLY
MAY 15, 2014
P21
BLESSING THE WATERS. Muckleshoot Elder
Donna Starr, with the assistance of Skopabsh Kiyah
Katherine Arquette, blessed the water and boaters
before the slough races at the Kenmore Boat Launch
on April 5th. Donna gave the prayer while Katherine
assisted by translating the Whulshootseed into
English. Pictured with them is Kenmore Mayor
David Baker. These boat races, which took place on a
slough at the head of the Sammamish River, started in
1928 and were very popular for many years, drawing
thousands of spectators. Discontinued in 1976, they
were revived this year after a 38-year absence.
Administrative Professionals Luncheon
Muckleshoot Casino ~ April 23, 2014
Photos
by
John Loftus
MUCKLESHOOT MONTHLY
P22 MAY 15, 2014
Muckleshoot POLICE
Muckleshoot Police April Recap
Those subjects listed as “arrested” or “arrested via citation” means there is enough evidence for the police to prefer charges but have not been convicted.
04/01/14 12:00 PM 14-080292 White River Amphitheater Burglary
Copper wire was stolen from between the light poles in the
parking lot.
04/02/14
3:00 pm 14-081575 41400 BLOCK
Auburn-Enumclaw RD SE Burglary
An adult male had four 20” black wheels with Toyo tires
stolen from his open garage.
04/03/14
8:00 AM
Muckleshoot Indian Reservation Sexual Offender Registration
An adult male re-registered for his “Child Molestation in the
First Degree” conviction after getting released from jail.
04/05/14
1:22 PM 14-084337 16300 block SE 391
ST Theft
Twenty five sheets of Hardel 5 ply plywood were stolen
from the construction site of the new houses being built near
the Shaker Church. The Hardel brand of plywood is not
common and if spotted off the construction site it will likely
be stolen.
04/06/14
3:31 PM 14-085194 40600 block 180 AV
SE Child Neglect
A one year old baby was found in the middle of the street.
The child was missing for over half an hour before a location was found for it. The baby is placed in the household
by Muckleshoot Child & Family Services. The adult female
guardian left the child with a juvenile also placed in her care
while she went to a party. A report was written and Child &
Family Services was notified of the incident.
04/07/14
6:30 PM 14-086239 16600 block SE 393
ST Vandalism
An adult male’s vehicle windshield was damaged possibly
by a lawn mower kicking up rocks.
04/08/14 11:35 PM 14-086487 38700 block 160 DR
SE Court order violation
A female called to report a possible violation of a no contact
order, but, was hesitant and apprehensive. She was vague in
answering questions via phone and did not give the correct
address for deputies to make contact, nor would she meet a
deputy to make a report. She refused to look outside for a
house number to give a good address. She said she would
report the incident at the police station the next day, but so
far has not.
04/09/14 10:00 AM 14-087655 Muckleshoot Indian Reservation Elderly Abuse
A deputy received a referral from Adult Protective Services
(APS) of an elder female being assaulted by her adult male
son. The elder said the assault had happen along time prior.
The son has anger management problems. The deputy
contacted a staff member at the Recovery House who will
get resources in motion to address the son’s mental health
problems.
04/09/14 11:00 AM 14-087728 Muckleshoot Tribal
School Suspicious Circumstance
A juvenile student mad disturbing comments about the
school stabbings in Pennsylvania. The school’s deputy was
informed who then informed the superintendant. Per the
school’s policy a step parent took the student to Behavioral
Health to be seen.
04/10/14
8:00 AM Muckleshoot Indian Reservation
Sexual Offender Registration
A convicted sex offender registered for his “Communication with a Minor for Immoral Purposes” conviction at an
address on the reservation after they moved back to King
County.
04/10/14
8:00 AM
Muckleshoot Indian Reservation Sexual Offender Registration
An adult male convicted sex offender registered for his “Sex
Abuse of a Minor or Ward” conviction at an address on the
reservation.
04/10/14 10:00 AM 14-088643 Muckleshoot Indian Reservation Rape
An adult male reported that he was raped as a child. Further
details are being kept confidential due to the nature of the
case.
04/10/14
9:34 PM 14-089330 Muckleshoot Youth
Recovery House Missing Person
A juvenile left the Youth Recovery House to see their
mother who they are not to have contact with. The juvenile
has been off of mental health medication they should be on.
04/11/14 10:00 AM 14-089782 Muckleshoot Indian Reservation Indecent Liberties
A Child Protective Services (CPS) referral was made of a
juvenile being inappropriately touched by another juvenile.
Details are being kept confidential due to the nature of the
case.
04/11/14 2:21 PM 14-089900 41200 block 177 DR
SE Fraud
An adult female reported being scammed out of $700 by
sending money to a foreign address via Western Union for a
security deposit on a house rental. The suspect did not own
the house.
04/12/14 11:15 PM 14-091315 41900 block 180 AV
SE Vandalism
An adult female reported that her mailbox had been pried
open. It did not appear to the female that the opening was
big enough for mail to have been taken.
04/14/14
4:30 PM 14-092674 39600 block 175 LN
SE Theft
Lyle Lozier (47) was arrested for “Theft” after stealing plywood from an elder. Lozier was booked into the Regional
Justice Center (RJC) Jail.
04/16/14
7:29 PM 14-094750 Skopabsh Village
Family Disturbance
A mother and daughter got into a minor shoving match
when the daughter tried to pick up her niece from the
mother’s house. A report was written for documentation
purposes.
04/18/14
3:35 PM 14-096505 17500 block SE 411
LN Theft
An adult female found the driver’s side window open on her
vehicle and her purse and wallet missing.
04/23/14
2:40 PM 14-100968 41400 block Auburn-Enumclaw RD SE Warrant Arrest
Dennis Anderson III (23) was arrested on three felony warrants and four misdemeanor warrants. Anderson was booked
into the Regional Justice Center (RJC) Jail.
04/23/14
6:36 PM 14-101205 3200 block Auburn
Way S Driving While License Suspended
Gene Garcia (54) was cited/arrested via citation for “Driving While License Suspended in the Third Degree.”
04/24/14
9:00 AM 14-101695 Lozier Ranch
Warrants Arrests
James Starr (22) was arrested on a felony warrant from
King County for “Robbery” with a $50,000 bail. Leeroy
Lozier (43) was arrested on “Domestic Violence (DV)”
and “DUI” warrants. Michael Valles (39) was arrested on a
“DUI” warrant. Myron Lozier (33) was arrested on felony
“Department of Corrections (DOC)” warrants. All subjects
were booked into jail.
04/24/14 10:00 AM 14-100657 Muckleshoot Indian Reservation Dependant Abuse
The sheriff’s office received a referral from Adult Protective Services (APS) about a disabled adult possibly being
abused. Details are being kept confidential due to the nature
of the case.
04/24/14
5:10 PM 14-102083 14700 block SE 368
PL Civil Problem
An adult female called on two separate times to report an
assault. It turned out that there was no assault or child custody issues that she was also claiming. A report was written
for documentation purposes.
04/24/14
6:28 PM 14-102215 4500 block Auburn
Way S Failure to Stop
Valerie Daniels (33) did not stop for a deputy when he tried
to stop her for a traffic violation. The deputy contacted
Daniels when she turned up a long dirt driveway. An adult
female with two warrants ran from the vehicle. Daniels was
cited/arrested via citation for “Failure to Stop and Provide
Information.”
04/24/14
7:02 PM 14-102218 Davis Site Family
Disturbance
A deputy was called to a minor shoving match and verbal
argument between a mother and her adult son. The son
kicked a hole in the wall and left before the deputy arrived.
A report was written for documentation purposes.
04/25/14
2:00 PM 14-102871 39000 block 164 AV
SE Fraud
An elder husband and wife had almost $4,000 stolen from
their bank account by ATM withdrawals. The couple’s adult
daughter admitted to stealing almost a $1,000 of it. The case
is still being investigated.
04/25/14
5:37 PM 14-103180 Muckleshoot Child
and Family Services Juvenile Runaway
A juvenile who is a ward of the Muckleshoot Tribe fled
from the Muckleshoot Child and Family Services building
when a case worker was arranging placement in a home.
04/26/14
1:32 AM 14-103590 SE 392 ST/AuburnEnumclaw RD SE Drug Violation
An adult male was arrested from a vehicle on a misdemeanor warrant. In a search incident to arrest 37.3 grams of Meth
was found in his pants pocket. Also found on the male were
throwing stars and shaved keys used for stealing cars. The
male was booked into the King County Jail (KCJ) on the
drug violation.
04/26/14
8:29 AM 14-103724 2700 block 18 ST
SE Trespass
Robert Elkins (50) was trespassed from all Muckleshoot
Housing Authority properties for a period of two years at
the request of a Housing Authority staff member.
04/26/14 11:31 PM 14-104406 38000 block
Auburn-Enumclaw RD SE Warrant Arrest/Driving
While License Suspended
Steven Courville (34) was arrested on an Auburn misdemeanor warrant for “Failure to Appear DUI/Reckless
Driving” with a $5,000 bail. Courville was cited/arrested via
citation for “Driving While License Suspended in the Third
Degree” and “Driving Vehicle without Ignition Interlock
Device when Required.” Courville was booked into the
SCORE Jail on his warrant.
04/27/14 11:50 AM 14-104698 Skopabsh Village
Theft
A silver and black IPAD 4 was stolen from a house.
04/27/14
8:51 PM 14-105114 14500 block SE 368
PL Theft
An adult male reported the theft of prescription drugs from
his house to include Percocet, Opana and Cialis. The drugs
are believed to have been taken by someone who was a
guess in his house.
04/28/14
4:07 AM 14-105302 17400 block SE 400
ST Vandalism
An unknown person intentionally rammed their vehicle into
the pouch of a house.
04/30/14
6:52 PM 14-107909 41400 block Auburn-Enumclaw RD SE Warrants Arrests
Russell Ward (32) was arrested on felony no bail “Department of Corrections” (DOC) warrant for “Escape” and
misdemeanor warrants from King County for “Obstruction”
and “No Valid Operator’s License without ID,” each misdemeanor warrant held a $5,000 bail. Moses Sneatlum (31)
was arrested on a felony King County warrant for “Residential Burglary” and misdemeanor warrants for “Domestic
Violence (DV) Assault” and “DUI,” each warrant held a
$5,000 bail. Kyle Rodarte (21) was arrested on three misdemeanor warrants from King County for “Driving While
License Suspended” and a fourth warrant from Ellensburg
for “Failure to Appear/Gaming.” Ward was booked into the
SCORE Jail on his warrants. Sneatlum and Rodarte were
booked into the King County Jail (KCJ) on their warrants.
Lozier Family Gathering
DATE:
TIME:
WHERE:
Saturday, May 31, 2014
12:00 noon until everyone leaves
Auntie Bunny’s new house
175th Lane just off 400th
Grey house with black trim
I’m having a giveaway for my family, distributing Granny & Gramp’s
belongings. I’ll have a dinner & there will be a photographer for family
pictures. I hope to see my brother & sisters ‘cuz I miss everyone!
Lozier Bros WWII
MUCKLESHOOT MONTHLY
Notices
MAY 15, 2014
804-
MUCKLESHOOT INDIAN
CASINO
You can now apply for jobs
ON-LINE
Visit www.muckleshootcasino.com and click
on “Career Opportunities” to view current job
openings then complete your employment application. This on-line application can be completed 24 hours a day from the convenience of
your home computer and/or at the Muckleshoot
Indian Casino’s Human Resources Office.
Cobell
Questions?
Landowners/
IIM Account Holders
All you need is an e-mail address to set up your
on-line application. If you do not have an e-mail
address call
Human Resources Hours:
Monday – Wednesday 9am to 6pm
Thursday 9am to 9pm
Friday 9am to 5pm
HR Phone Number 253-929-5128
EVENTS
CALENDAR
May 17
William “Sonny”Miller Jr.
Memorial, 9am New White Lake
Cemetery
May 21-22
Muckleshoot Money Skills for
Life Philip Starr Bldg - Cougar
Room
May 22
Tribal Community Healing
Dinner, 5:30 - 7:30pm at Muckleshoot Elders Complex. Call Bella
Townsend at 253-804-8752 for
more info
May 26
Memorial Day Dinner - 5-8PM at
Pentecostal Church
May 31
Muckleshoot Elders May Breakfast- 9-11:30AM at Elders Complex
June 2
2014 Annual Fisher Meeting 5:30 pm at the Philip Starr Bldg.
June 14
International Native American
Responsible Fatherhood Day.
Call 425-833-5007 for more info.
June 20-22
Muckleshoot Veteran’s
POW WOW
June 21
Keta Creek Trout Derby - Kids 12
& Under at Keta Creek Hatchery.
8:30 am - 2pm. Gail Larsen (253)
876-3178 or Dennis Moore ( 253)
876-3286
August 16
Keta Creek Family Derby at Keta
Creek Hatchery. 8:30 am - 2pm.
Gail Larsen (253) 876-3178 or
Dennis Moore ( 253) 876-3286
August 23
Moses Family Reunion at the
Pentcostal Church. Call Bev
Moses at 253-205-7566 for more
info.
August 22-24
Skopabsh Warrior Teen Fancy
Bustle Special - Skopabsh POW
WOW
September 27
Keta Creek Fall Classic at Keta
Creek Hatchery. 8:30 am - 2pm.
Gail Larsen (253) 876-3178 or
Dennis Moore ( 253) 876-3286
If you have questions regarding the Cobell Lawsuit or know someone who may have questions/
concerns, talk to a well-informed person with the
“Garden City Group” (GCG) by calling their toll
free number: 1-800-961-6109, or
e-mail them at: info@IndianTrust.com
Cultural Wellness
Gatherings
AA Meeting
The Foundation
Every Tuesday 12-1PM
Muckleshoot Recovery House Lunch Served
39225 180th Ave SE
Auburn Wa. 98092
Feather Healing Circle
39015 172nd Avenue SE Auburn, WA
Tuesdays 5:00 pm
Grief and Loss
Grief and Loss
Support Group Wednesday’s 6:00pm -8:00pm
Behavioral Health, Bear Lodge
Women’s Group
Muckleshoot Tribal College Thursdays 5:00 pm
Boys Mentoring Group
Muckleshoot Behavioral Health Thursdays 4:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Al-Anon Meetings
Auburn First United Methodist
Church Monday 10:30 a.m.
E. Main & N St. S.E.
Auburn, WA 98002
Federal Way Sunrise
United Methodist Church 150 S. 356th St.
Federal Way, WA 98003
Monday 6:30 pm
RELIGIOUS CONTACTS
Please feel free to suggest additions
Muckleshoot Indian Shaker Church
Dennis Anderson Sr., Minister
Sandy Heddrick, Assistant Minister
Carl “Bud” Moses, 1st Elder
Lee Stafford, 2nd Elder
Gerald Moses Sr., 3rd Elder
Teri Starr, Secretary/Treasurer
Ben Sweet, Traveling Missionary
Muckleshoot Pentecostal Church
Rev. Kenny Williams, Pastor
Sweat Lodge
Doug Moses, 425-301-60811
Come work for Your Tribe
and make a difference!!!
The Muckleshoot Tribal Administration is looking to hire
Tribal members to fill its new openings. Please visit us in
the Tribal Administration Human Resources Department
to see if we have any openings that you might be
interested in.
Also see our opening on-line at
www.muckleshoot.nsn.us
SUBMIT YOUR ITEMS FOR
THE EVENTS CALENDAR!!
Muckleshoot.Monthly@muckleshoot.nsn.us
IMPORTANT HUNTING DATES
485 and Cedar River Drawings
JULY 29TH 2014
Every Sunday at 1:30 p.m. please join the Tacoma Kateri Circle and Father Pat
Twohy, S.J. in celebrating the Catholic Mass. Native American Catholics are encouraged to celebrate the sacraments whether you are a regular parishioner or have
not been to mass in months or years. Every first Sunday at 12:45 p.m. we have our
Kateri Circle meeting, we are seeking new members. After the mass we will have
a delicious potluck.
St. Leo’s is located at 710 South 13th Tacoma, WA 98409.
Our website is www.katericircle.com
P23
SIGN IN BY 6PM
@ THE PSB COUGAR ROOM
GOAT/SHEEP DRAWINGS
JULY 31ST 2014
@ PSB COUGAR ROOM
SIGN IN BY 6PM
Family
P24 MAY 15, 2014
VIRGINIA CROSS BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION PARTY
FAMILY/FRIENDS, JUNE BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION!!
Please come to celebrate the birthday of our Mother,
Grandma, Auntie, Friend, Sister,Virginia Cross and family
and friends June Birthdays! Come one, come all –
eat, visit, hang out – it is all day, this year!!!
MUCKLESHOOT MONTHLY
Mikaela Jaide Anderson
Miss Mikaela Jaide Anderson was born on March
17th 2014 @ 2:52 PM.
She weighed 7lbs 5oz and measured 19 inches long. Proud parents: Deidre Edwards and Joey Anderson Proud Grandparents: Mike Edwards, Josie
Courville, Colleen Anderson, and Maui Squally. JUNE 14TH, 10 AM TO DUSK
GAME FARM WILDERNESS PARK (across the bridge)
Come and set up anytime. Bring chairs, blankets, food or
anything you want, to visit and enjoy!!!
Hope to see you all there! All Welcome!
Cameron S. Williams
Happy 27th. Birthday
Lucille Martin (June 3)
BIRTHDAY WISHES to:
Curtis Jerry, Ninia Moses,
& Lisa Penn……..
Love Hugs and Prayers, from auntie,
grandma, and mom
February 3rd.
Belated Birthday Wishes to
“Todd Laclair” Big 50!
Happy 2nd
Birthday Keanu!
Love, Mom, Dad
and Sissy
April 19th –
Happy Birthday
Jaison Elkins!
I would like everyone to know about our son
Cameron S. Williams. He started karate at MTS half
way through his 1st grade school year and is still
going strong. He is currently a 3rd grader at MTS and
recently got promoted to the Blue Belt. He has been
working with the same sensei from Karate Northwest
and has his mind set to earning his black belt. When
he first started, the group had about 15 students. Then
they got moved to the Health and Wellness Center
with only 2 students, and then made the final move to
the dojo across town, of which Cameron is now the
only one attending from the group of students from the
beginning.
The sensei is pleased to see Cameron sticking with
karate and feels confident that he is a good role model
for younger kids because not only is he a good student
in karate, he is also an excellent student at MTS and a
great son. He is almost half way to earning his black
belt and has no intentions of letting that goal fade away.
Cameron is enrolled Muckleshoot but is also Navajo, so
hopefully one day he will put Muckleshoot/Navajo on
the map with his talents.
Very proud parents,
Lacey & Lee