June 2022 Newsletter

Honoring Our Past; Serving Our Tribal Family; Protecting Our Culture and Independence; and Controlling Our Future.

Dee-ni' Nuu-wee-ya' TOLOWA DEE-NI’ NATION TRIBAL GOVERNMENT NEWSLETTER K’wes-taa-ni Num-nii~-ma~s (June) 2022 - Volume 29, Issue 6

GENERAL ELECTION RESULTS The 2022 General Election was held on Saturday, May 21, 2022. Congratulations to Dr. Joseph Giovannetti and Dorothy Wait. We had a total of 306 total voters in this years election. Applicant applying for membership needed 154 “yes” votes and has passed.

Back Row (L-R) Election Board Members: Sharyne Harper, Donald James, Sandra Netzel and Tracie Whipple.

Front Row: Enrollment Specialist, Chvski Scott

Thank you to the Election Board and Records & Enrollment Staff for their work on this years Election.

Thank you to all our tribal voters for participating in this years general election.

SWEARING IN OF NEW COUNCIL

Top Left: Dr. Joseph Giovannetti getting sworn in by Jeri Lynn Thompson. Top Center: Dr. Joseph Giovannetti, Chairwoman Jeri Lynn Thompson, Election Board Chair Donald James and newly elected Dorothy Wait. Top Right Corner: Dorothy Wait getting sworn in by Jeri Lynn Thompson. Bottom Photo: 2022 Tribal Council (L-R) Dorothy Wait, Debbie Boardman, Scott Sullivan, Amanda O'Connell, Jaytuk Steinruck, Dr. Joseph Giovannetti and Jeri Lynn Thompson.

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VETERANS

Lhetlh-xat-ne (Tribal Council ) Chairperson, Jeri Lynn Thompson 707-951-3875, jeri.thompson@tolowa.com

Vice Chairperson, Scott D. Sullivan (707) 954-6127, scott.sullivan@tolowa.com Council Secretary, Debbie Boardman (707) 951-0966, dboardman@tolowa.com Council Treasurer, Jaytuk Steinruck

Please call the Tribal Office and update your information including name, address, contact number, a photo, branch of military, years in service and if you received any special awards while in service. We are working to ensure every Tribal Citizen veteran is listed in our system.

Public Relations: 707-487-9255 ext. 1182

(707) 954-5971, jaytuk.steinruck@tolowa.com

public.relations@tolowa.com

Council Member, Dr. Joseph Giovannetti (707) 218-6569, joseph.giovannetti@tolowa.com Council Member, Amanda O’Connell (707) 954-5271, amanda.oconnell@tolowa.com Council Member, Dorothy Wait (707) 218-7346, dwait@tolowa.com

Na’sr-dvtlh-nvsh-dvn (Tribal Office ) Executive Director, Troy Ralstin (707) 487-9255, ext. 1220, troy.ralstin@tolowa.com Chief Financial Officer, Jose Tercilla (707) 487-9255, ext. 1115, jose.tercilla@tolowa.com CFW Interim Director, Teela James (707) 487-9255, ext. 1139, teela.james@tolowa.com Education Director, Sheryl Steinruck (707) 487-9255, ext. 1173, sheryl.steinruck@tolowa.com Enrollment Specialist, Chvski Jones-Scott (707) 487-9255, ext. 1551, chuski. scott@tolowa.com Housing Manager, Jeri Robertson (707) 487-9255, ext. 1605, jeri.robertson@tolowa.com Human Resources Director, Daraxa Mattice (707) 487-9255, ext. 1215 daraxa.mattice@tolowa.com

Natural Resources Director, Erika Partee

DAY MIN’-NE’ (TABLE OF CONTENTS ) Election Day Results …….……………………………………………………………….1 Swearing in of New Council ……………..…………………………………………...2 Tribal Council Motions…………………………………………………………………...4 Announcements………………………………………………………………………….5-8 What's in your Medicine Bag …………………….…………………………………..9 Summer Youth Employment Program…………………………………………….10 MMIW Community Gathering………………………………………………………..11 New Employees…………………………………………………………………………..12 Tribal Graduates……………………………………………………………………..13-22 Tips on how to Conserve Water…………………………………………………….23 Announcements……………………………………………………………………..24-24 Superhero's for Children Carnival…………………………………………………..26 Men's Recreation League Champions…………………………………………….27 Seeking Consultants ……………………………………………………………………28 Tribal Citizen Obituary...…………………………………………………………….. 30 Elder Nutrition Menu………………..………………………………………………… 31 Birthdays……………………………..…………………………………………………… 31 Lucky 7 Casino Ad ……………..……………………………………………………….32

(707) 487-9255, ext. 1132 erika.partee@tolowa.com Planning Director, Tim Hoone (707) 487-9255, ext. 1230, tim.hoone@tolowa.com TERO, Zackary Chapman (707) 487-9255, ext. 1165, zackary.chapman@tolowa.com THPO, Cynthia Ford (707) 487-9255, ext. 1174, cynthia.ford@tolowa.com Tribal Court Administrator, Catherine Newman (707) 487-6425, ext. 1162, catherine.newman@tolowa.com

K’wes-taa-ni Num-nii~-ma~s (June) 2022 All rights reserved. Tolowa Dee-ni’ Nation Tribal Government Newsletter published by the Tolowa Dee-ni’ Nation, 12801 Mouth of Smith River Road, Smith River CA 95567. Phone: 707.487.9255. Website: www.tolowa-nsn.gov. Articles do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the Tribal Council of the Tolowa Dee-ni’ Nation or their Staff. The Tribal Council of the Tolowa Dee-ni’ Nation reserves the right to use their discretion in the information they publish. As per the Tribal Council of the Tolowa Dee-ni’ Nation, no article shall be published or acknowledged in the tribal newsletter that does not promote and protect the best interests of the Tolowa Dee-ni’ Nation. Editor: Emily Reed, Public Relations Manager (707) 487-9225 ext. 1182, public.relations@tolowa.com 3

TRIBAL COUNCIL MOTIONS Motions for March 24, April 14, & 28, 2022

Giovannetti, O'Connell, Keevil; Duu: Traditional Friendship design for the 0; Xwee-la: Thompson Crescent City Pebble Beach Project M/S/C (Boardman/Keevil) 6-0-1 as long as it does not change the Motion to approve Resolution 2022M/S/C (Steinruck/Boardman) 6-0-1 footprint.

14, 2022 (RAISE) grant application Motion to approve Chair signature 'Ay~: Sullivan, Boardman, Steinruck, Rebuilding American Infrastructure on letter to Legislators to request Giovannetti, O'Connell, Keevil; Duu: with Sustainability and Equity.

March 24, 2022 support for Tribal Specific Land and 0; Xwee-la: Thompson 'Ay~: Sullivan, Boardman, Steinruck, Water Stewardship Funding.

WAA-'AA-DVN NUY-NII~-'A~ Giovannetti, O'Connell, Keevil; Duu: 'Ay~: Sullivan, Boardman, Steinruck, NUU-DA'-YE'-DVN Giovannetti, O'Connell, Keevil; Duu: (COMMUNITY AND FAMILY (CONSENT AGENDA): 0; Xwee-la: Thompson 0; Xwee-la: Thompson M/S/C (Boardman/Giovannetti) 6-0-1 WELLNESS): Motion to adopt the consent agenda YUU-NVLH-TS'IT-DVN M/S/C (Boardman/Keevil) 6-0-1 M/S/C (O’Connell/Boardman) 6-0-1 Motion to approve modified Contract including: Approval of Regular (EDUCATION): Motion to approve chair signature on CT-2130-1045 with Jermaine council meeting minutes for March the letter in response to NOAA, 10, 2022, Approval of Edward Jones M/S/C (Boardman/Keevil) 6-0-1 Brubaker Consulting extending the Motion to approve Contract CT-2271 DTLL regarding future funding future investment 50/50 option. end date to December 31, 2022. provided in the Infrastructure -1100 not to exceed $34,080 with 'Ay~: Sullivan, Boardman, Steinruck, Investment Jobs Act DEE-NI` K’WEE-CH`VT-T`E`SR- Loren Me’lashne Bommelyn, Giovannetti, O'Connell, Keevil; Duu: 'Ay~: Sullivan, Boardman, Steinruck, 0; Xwee-la: Thompson DVN (ENROLLMENT): Connecting Language with our Giovannetti, O'Connell, Keevil; Duu: M/S/C (O’Connell/Giovannetti) 6-0-1 Community Language Project.

0; Xwee-la: Thompson Motion to Approve Provisional in NVN-NVST-'AA~-TA (NATURAL 'Ay~: Sullivan, Boardman, Steinruck, person voting on Election Day. RESOURCES): TR'VM-DAN' 'Ay~: Sullivan, Boardman, Steinruck, Giovannetti, O'Connell, Keevil; Duu: M/S/C (Boardman/Sullivan) 6-0-1 DEE-NI'-DVN (TRIBAL Motion to approve Chairperson Giovannetti, O'Connell, Keevil; Duu: 0; Xwee-la: Thompson Signature on Tolowa Dee-ni’ Nation, HERITAGE PRESERVATION 0; Xwee-la: Thompson OFFICE): Caltrans Fish Cooperative NUU-DA'-YE'-DVN M/S/C (O’Connell/Sullivan) 6-0-1 agreement.

XAA-'VTLH-SRII-DVN (COMMUNITY AND FAMILY 'Ay~: Sullivan, Boardman, Steinruck, Motion to approve Chairpersons (COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT WELLNESS): Giovannetti, O'Connell, Keevil; Duu: signature on the Tolowa Dee-ni' & PLANNING): M/S/C (Boardman/Giovannetti) 6-0-1 0; Xwee-la: Thompson Nation, Redwood National and State Motion to approve Resolution 2022M/S/C (Keevil/Steinruck) 6-0-1 Parks General Agreement.

16 To Proclaim April as Child Abuse Motion to approve Tribal Nation 'Ay~: Sullivan, Boardman, Steinruck, Prevention Month Grant Funding Application for Giovannetti, O'Connell, Keevil; Duu: April 14, 2022 'Ay~: Sullivan, Boardman, Steinruck, funding.

0; Xwee-la: Thompson Giovannetti, O'Connell, Keevil; Duu: WAA-'AA-DVN NUY-NII~-'A~ 'Ay~: Sullivan, Boardman, Steinruck, 0; Xwee-la: Thompson YUU-NVLH-TS'IT-DVN (CONSENT AGENDA): Giovannetti, O'Connell, Keevil; Duu: M/S/C (Sullivan/O’Connell) 6-0-1 M/S/C (Sullivan/Boardman) 6-0-1 Motion to approve Resolution 2022(EDUCATION): 0; Xwee-la: Thompson 15 To Proclaim April as Sexual Motion to approve Consent agenda M/S/C (Sullivan/Giovannetti) 5-0-2 including Budget modification for Assault Awareness Month.

Motion to approve contract CT-2271 M/S/C (O’Connell/Sullivan) 6-0-1 'Ay~: Sullivan, Boardman, Steinruck, language division teacher, and re-1101 with Don Steinruck for Tolowa Motion to approve Resolution 2022- Giovannetti, O'Connell, Keevil; Duu: issue of gift checks 1, Tolowa 2 language classes with 'Ay~: Sullivan, Boardman, Steinruck, Curricula and Instruction guidance.

13 Authorizing Financial Assistance 0; Xwee-la: Thompson Giovannetti, O'Connell, Keevil; Duu: Not to exceed $31,200.

Application to the State Water 0; Xwee-la: Thompson NVN-NVST-'TAA~-TA 'Ay~: Sullivan, Boardman, Resource Control Board with (NATURAL RESOURCES): Giovannetti, O'Connell, Keevil; Duu: changes to have Chairperson or XAA-'VTLH-SRII-DVN M/S/C (O’Connell/Sullivan) 6-0-1 0; Xwee-la: Thompson, Steinruck designee sign documents.

(COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Motion to approve Chair Signature 'Ay~: Sullivan, Boardman, Steinruck, on letter to Assemblyman Ramos & PLANNING): Giovannetti, O'Connell, Keevil; Duu: AB 923.

M/S/C (Sullivan/Giovannetti) 6-0-1 'Ay~: Sullivan, Boardman, Steinruck, Motion to approve the use of the 0; Xwee-la: Thompson 4

ELDER ABUSE RESOURCE FAIR

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ELDER LUNCHEON – HOUSING DISCUSSION

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YOUTH SERVICES DIVISION- FAMILY FUN BBQ

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CALIFORNIA INDIAN BASKETWEAVERS ASSOCIATION

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“WHAT’S IN YOUR MEDICINE BAG?” FAMILY UNITY ACTIVITY On April 21, 2022, the Victims Services division of Community and Family Wellness hosted the second activity in the series “What’s In Your Medicine Bag?” This was the first event of the series that was hosted in person, and it was held at Dat-naa-svt Community Center. The series “What’s In Your Medicine Bag?” is a monthly family activity that focuses on gathering skills for resiliency and healing through culture-centered activities. These events include a family-friendly book written by Native American/Alaskan Native authors, a traditional craft, and discussion about what we can add to our “Medicine Bag” to nurture resiliency, strength, love, healing, and faith.

and provided photos of their projects were also able to choose between a duffle bag or a Medicine Wheel throw blanket.

Be sure to sign up for the next Family Unity Activity event. We are now meeting in person! These activities have been held on third Thursday of the month (but will be changing to the second Monday of each month, starting in July). These activities are open to Native American/Alaskan Native families residing in our service area with at least one child under the age of 18 living in the household.

Shu’ shaa nin-la to all who participated in this month’s activity!

This month, families came together -Krystal Woods, Community and Family Wellness to read the book Grandmother’s Dream Catcher by Becky Ray McCain, and we created individual dream catchers. We discussed traditions surrounding dream **Please note starting in July, the day and venue are catchers and their cultural significance. changing. The new day will be the second Monday Kits provided to the families included the book and one dream catcher craft per family member. In appreciation of their participation, families were gifted a water bottle and beach towel for each member of the family, as well as a family picnic backpack. Those who completed the survey

of each month. The new venue is Howonquet Hall.

Please contact me with questions or to sign up for next month’s activity.

(707) 487-9255 ext 1128

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SUMMER YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM

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NEW EMPLOYEES

ELDER SURVEY

Rhonda Scott is the granddaughter of the Late Edward and Lena Lopez, daughter of the late Frances Lopez. Rhonda has an Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer (AAOT) degree from Blue Mountain Community College in Pendleton, Oregon. Rhonda brings 12 years business office experience working for Cayuse Technologies, a start up software development/support services company incorporated by The Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation. Rhonda and her husband Lee Scott are full time care providers with guardianship of their 5 and 7 yr old grandchildren.

Rhonda and family enjoy going to the beach and going for drives through Prairie Creek Redwood State park hunting for Bigfoot.

Chris Newman recently moved to Del Norte from the Bay Area with his wife Catherine and 1 year old daughter Evelyn.

He is excited to live in such a beautiful area and have the opportunity to learn about Tolowa culture and history.

Chris has a history of activism including causes for social justice and environmentalism. His interests include hiking, traveling, and positive psychology. He also loves cats.

Jessica Mastaloudis is one of the new family liaisons. She is a happily married mother of 2, and a “Grams” to six wonderful blessings – Jaeda, Sophiea, Calista, Hensley, Kendrick and Charlie.

She is an enrolled Yurok tribal member. Jessica worked in Fiscal for the Yurok Tribe/YIHA for the last 10 years, before that she worked in Fiscal for varies County positions to include a Psychiatric Day Treatment for Children and Families for 3 years.

She enjoy spending time with her family, Raya (family dog) and friends. In her spare time you can catch her watching tv or a movie or chilling in her back patio area. She enjoys collecting Native American jewelry, quilts, music and loves to play bingo when she remembers what day it happens.

Jessica shared, "I am excited to begin this new adventure with the Tolowa Dee-ni' Nation Education Department. I am wholeheartedly looking forward to helping our native children and their families lives improve. " 12

8TH GRADE TRIBAL GRADUATES Makinsey Grace Lemley is graduating 8th grade and going into the first year of high school. She is graduating from St. Bernard’s Academy.

Kayden Joseph-Mitchell grew up in Central Point Oregon and is graduating 8th grade from Scenic Middle School. He aims to one day be an engineer. His parents are Tyler and Rebecca Mitchell. His Tolowa ancestors are Tamyra Finigan, Marilyn Mitchell and Harvey Moorehead.

He participated in Junior Comets Soccer, Sources of Strength, T.A.G, and was a member of the National Junior Honors Society. Kayden was awarded the rotary student of the year and also received the principals award.

His words of advice are work hard and do your best.

Her grandma is Michele Vagle, her great grandma is Sharyne Harper, her great-great grandma was Sylvia Stewart White, her great-great-great grandma was Bertha Grimes Stewart and her great-great grandfather was Joseph Fairchild Hostler.

Mackinsey played basketball and volleyball for SB and AAU for Humboldt Wild. She also enjoys playing softball and will be starting up again next year for SB. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends. In her free time she likes to ride quads and attends a youth group at her church to grow closer to God.

Dominick Miller graduated 8th grade from Redwood Elementary School and plans on attending Del Norte High School. Dominick’s parents are Kurt and Megan Miller. Other family members are Kara Brundin Miller(grandmother), Thomas Brundin Sr.(great Grandfather), Laura Scott (great-great grandmother), Alice Charley (Great-great-great grandmother), Willie Scott (great-greatgreat grandfather).

Dominick’s favorite things to do are: baseball, basketball, fishing and being outdoors. Dominick’s advice to others “Don’t do drug’s”.

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8TH GRADE TRIBAL GRADUATES Jasmine O’Loughlin will be graduating 8th grade from Monument Middle School in June 2022. Jasmine is the daughter of Sean and Kristina O’Loughlin, she has 2 brothers, Dylan and Kenai. She is the grand-daughter of Richard Moorehead Jr. She is also the great granddaughter of Richard and Dixie Moorehead and Charlie and Thelma Whipple. She is a very gifted student and athlete, as well as a social butterfly. She has maintained a 4.0 GPA throughout her time in elementary and middle school. She is a beast on the Basketball and Volleyball court. Jasmine will be attending Fortuna High School in the fall. We are very proud of the woman she is becoming.

Deja Travis is graduating 8th grade from Smith River School.

She is an honor roll student. She plays Volleyball, Basketball, Softball and Cheers. She enjoys spending time with family, playing with her nieces and nephews, hunting, fishing, and practicing her cultural ceremonies.

Deja's parents are Troy and Nicole Travis. Her grandparents are Rick and Florene Travis and Susan Smith.

Wyatt Petrie is graduating 8th grade from Azalea Middle School. He enjoys soccer and dirt bikes. His parents are Elsie and Chris Petrie.

His grandmother is Lisa Blagden Sopiwnik.

Kanyon Starkey, is a 8th grade Graduate from Crescent Elk. He is a three-sport athlete and on the Honor Roll. He is active with the Grange showing animals. If he's not with his family or close friends in his free time, you will find him hunting, fishing, or riding his quad. He is a hard worker and is excited to graduate and become a DN Warrior.

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8TH GRADE TRIBAL GRADUATES Louis Baca is graduating 8th grade from Sierra Middle School.

He will be going into high school at Lincoln High School in Stockton, CA. He wishes to one day be a pro football player or kinesiology major. Louis's parents are Jessica Salmans and Angel Baca Sr. Louis's grandma is Stella Salmans (Moorehead) his great grandfather was Frank Moorehead and his great grandmother was Maggie Moorhead (James).

Louis participated in baseball during school and took honor history and science classes. Louis enjoys working out, classic car shows, bike riding and playing football.

Delaina Bommelyn is graduating 8th grade from Redwood Elementary. She is the daughter of Allen and Shelly Bommelyn. Her grandparents are Bill Bommelyn and Diana Bommelyn and her Great Grandparents day-sri Eunice Henry-Bommelyn and James Bommelyn.

Delaina played volleyball and basketball during her 8th grade year. Her main hobby is art and drawing and playing softball. She will be attending Del Norte High School in the fall.

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HIGH SCHOOL TRIBAL GRADUATES Mattigan Richards, will be attending Grand Canyon University in Phoenix, Arizona. She grew up in Keizer, Oregon. Mattigan played high school and club level basketball. She is graduating from McNary High school in Keizer, Oregon.

Mattigan is wanting to be a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon and work for Shriners Children's hospital.

She shared she has had three different surgeries at Shriners in Portland, Oregon. Her parents are Walter and Sasha Richards III. Her Tolowa ancestor is Walter (Red) Richards Jr.

Bryon Remington, grew up in Harbor, Oregon and is graduating from Brookings Harbor High School. He plans on joining the job core.

Bryon's parents are Robin Campbell and Mike Remington. His grandmother is Nellie Fox, he also descends from Cha met and Da ho tra. He played baseball throughout school and during his junior year they won state.

Cheylei Erkkila is graduating from Siuslaw High School in Florence, Oregon.

Bryon's words of advice are "do your school work while you can and enjoy high school."

Madison Mykenzie Balcom is graduating Thurston High School in Springfield, Oregon on June 11, 2022. Her mother is Mandy Balcom.

Madison Harralson is a high school graduate.

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HIGH SCHOOL TRIBAL GRADUATES Morgan J. Dobrec, daughter of Douglas S. Dobrec will graduate with honors from Kennewick High School in Kennewick Washington on Saturday June 11, 2022. In addition she will also graduate from Columbia Basin Junior College with her Associates Arts Degree on Friday June 17, 2022 with honors. Morgan has maintained a 4.0 GPA throughout her entirety of high school and college. Morgan will continue her education in the fall and is interested in animals and criminal justice. Congratulations sweet daughter of ours. Love Mom and Dad

Tara Nicole Hernandez, In the Fall she will be

attending Stanislaus State University in Turlock California where she will be majoring In Art. Tara was born in El Paso, Texas where she spent the first 4 years of her life. After that she moved to Modesto, California with her mom and siblings Elizabeth and Derrick, where she has lived since.

Tara will be graduating at the end of May from Grace Davis High in Modesto California in the top 5 % of her graduating class. Tara has taken the following honors classes: Secondary Math I honors, Pre AP Secondary Math 2, Pre AP Secondary Math 3, Pre AP Physics, Honors English 3, Pre AP Chemistry, Pre Ap Biology, and Pre AP Calculus.

She had a total cumulative GPA of 3.97.

Tara is hoping to find a career in art or a similar field. She was raised by her mom Misty Ann Hernandez (Whipple) and her father is Christopher Edward Hernandez. Tara's Tolowa ancestor’s are her grandfather Ricky Whipple and great grandfather James Wesley Whipple.

Tara's words of advice to other students is "don’t commit crimes."

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HIGH SCHOOL TRIBAL GRADUATES Paula-Angelique Lopez is a high school graduate. She is a honor roll student. Paula is kind hearted, and a hard worker. She has lots of family that love her and support her. She plans to attend college in the fall she’s going to go into the medical field.

The sky is the limit--

Thunder BearHeart Tvrdik. We are so very proud of you Thunder. He has grown into such a wonderful young man. Never a dull moment with him around. Thunder is graduating for Del Norte High School and has taught us just as much as we have taught him. Reach for the stars!

Love Always, Mom, Grammy & Paw, Grandma, Shelby, Raven, Ashley, and Hannah.

Savannah Kelly is graduating Sam Barlow High School in Gresham, Oregon She will be attending Oregon State University in the fall, located in Corvallis, OR. Savannah will be studying engineering, she is hoping to focus on either electrical or chemical engineering. Her parents are Brandy and Christopher Kelly. Her tolowa ancestors are Emily Phillips and Harriet Smith. Savannah was apart of the National Honors Society at her school. And is receiving a scholars distinction award and a chord for her time spent toward the National Honors Society. Her advice to other students is to "keep your goals in mind and always know what your striving for".

Thalia Keuth is graduating from Castle Rock. Her parents are Christy Crawford and Steven Keuth. She plans to seek schooling to do nails. Thalia participated in basketball and volleyball. Thalia's Tolowa ancestor is Nadine Green.

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HIGH SCHOOL TRIBAL GRADUATES Hailey Joy, her mothers name is Stephanie Sample and her fathers name is Travis Joy, he passed away when she was very young. Her grandparents are Ron and Lorena Joy. They are her biggest supporters and they are the people who inspire her to keep going.

Grace Jacobs grew up in Crescent City, CA. She will be graduating from Del Norte High School. She plans to attend school to become a dental hygienist. Grace's parents are Ericka Brundin and Ben Jacobs. Her grandparents are Eric Brundin and the late Marie Sue Brundin.

Her great great grandmother was Ione Moorehead Hinshaw and her great great grandfather is Thom as Brundin, Sr. Grace participated in Dance at Del Norte High School.

She has a younger sister named Jayden Joy, she is her best friend and she is so proud of her for becoming the young lady she is today. Hailey loves to spend time with family as much as she can, family is really important to her. Hailey plans to go to cosmetology school to become a hairstylist, this is something new she recently got interested in, but it seems like something she said "she would really enjoy doing."

Kylie Leavelle is graduating from Grants Pass High School. She plans to attend Lane Community College in Eugene, Oregon. Her interest are within arts and theater. Kylie's parents are Kimberly and Chad Leavelle. Her grandparents are Eric Brundin and daysri Marie Sue Brundin. Her great grandparents are Theodoore Moorehead and Isable Whipple.

Kylie participated in Z club which is an activist and community service club. She also participated in the Native American Student Union and the Scroll Club, school newspaper. Her advice to other students is to "do your homework on time and don't be afraid to speak up in class".

Jayden Joy, My mothers name is Stephanie Sample and my fathers name is Travis Joy, he passed away when I was very young. My grandparents are Ron and Lorena.

Jayden is graduating from high school a year early.

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BATES FAMILY HAS THREE TRIBAL GRADUATES THIS YEAR Chulhs Bates

Chulhs Bates is graduating 8th grade from Crescent Elk. Chulhs excels at whatever he tries. He just wrapped up basketball on the Crescent Elk A's team and moved right into his wrestling season. Chulhs is having his best year ever academically. He will go on to Del Norte high next year. He is very strong in our culture as well. He knows how to skin and process a lot of different animals for regalia, has put some time in canoe making and is a big help when we are gathering maple bark for skirts or basket materials. Chulhs has a big heart, he makes us very proud parents.

Nik-wec Bates

Machelle Bates

Nik-wec Bates is graduating Machelle Bates is graduating from Cal 12th grade from Del Norte High Poly Humboldt with a Bachelor’s Degree School. He has taken advanced Eng- in Social Work! As a mother of 7 with two lish classes, up to calculus, and two grandchildren, she is a busy woman. years of Yurok language. He will Machelle is the site director of the After graduate with his A-G requireSchool Program at Margaret Keating. She ments but is going to serve in the also holds an Associate’s Degree in Early army upon graduation as an airChildhood Education as well as one in craft electrician. We could not be Behavioral and Social Sciences. more proud of him. Nik-wec is strong in our traditions and is very active in Machelle intends on serving broken moms as a social worker someday, as she our community. shared she once was one of those broken Nik-wec is an outstanding brother, mothers. She has a unique set of skills son, nephew, and uncle. We are very to offer the families of our community. proud of Nik-wec.

In conclusion Machelle said " I want to thank the Tolowa Dee-ni' Nation for their monetary support in my academic journey, that has been key to our success. It has been an amazing journey!

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ASSOCIATES DEGREE GRADUATE Don James has graduated with an Associates of Science in Business Administration. Don was blessed with several family members responsible for raising him. His paternal father is day-sri Leonard Donald James Jr., his grandparents are day-sri Leonard Donald James Sr & day-sri Jean James. His Great Grrandparents are day-sri Jasper James & day-sri Lottie White.

His uncles and aunt are day-sri Kenny James, Ronald James Wilma Hoffman, and Carl James. His mother and second father are Donna Kassens & Kieth Kassens (poppa). Maternal grandparents were Betty Fitzhugh and day-sri Don Young and day-sri Mel Fitzhugh.

Don has been blessed with 8 children in his life. Some are grown and navigating life and the other 5 children are running around the house, learning to become great community members.

He is also blessed with 4 grandchildren. All of his family members have been instrumental and are still very important influences in his life. He states "I am a better person for having them be a part of my life and have tremendous respect and love for my family".

BACHELOR DEGREE GRADUATES Cherish Hernandez, will graduate from Northern Arizona University in May 2022.

Her degree is a BS in Exercise Science and minors in Spanish and Psychology After graduation from Northern Arizona University, She will continue her education at Hawai’i Pacific University. She works to graduate in June 2024 with a Doctorate of Physical Therapy. After that Cherish, plans on landing a job with the opportunity to give back to her community!

Her Great Grandmother was Ione Moorehead Hinshaw. Her Long term goal is to specialize in prosthesis and open her own practice.

When asked who inspired you to seek a higher education degree? Cherish said, "My mother, Rachel, she is the strongest woman I know and has so much passion for education and learning. Also my Aunt Jennifer who inspired me to become a physical therapist and always motivates me to keep going."

Regin Loftin grew up in Crescent City, California and is graduating from Oregon Institute of Technology. She graduated from Del Norte High School in 2016, went to Shasta College to play volleyball and graduated with an associates in Physical Education in 2018. In June 2022 she will graduate from Oregon Institute of Technology with her Bachelor’s in Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging. Regin is currently working at Sacred Heart in Spokane, Washington and plans to work there to gain work experience and hopefully move back to California.

Her parents are Reggie and Jenni Loftin, her grandmother is Toni Whipple, and her great-grandmother was day-sri Thelma Whipple. Regin is in the native American club, Nuclear Medicine club and also played and coached volleyball. She received Dean’s list and President’s list.

The best advice I can give she said " is that is its okay to not know what you want to do in your career. I encourage to use college to navigate your passions." Her most used quote to get her through tough times is, “If you can’t beat the fear, just do it 21 scared.”

BACHELOR DEGREE TRIBAL GRADUATES Daniel Thompson is graduating with a Bachelor in International Relations and Diplomacy.

His family bloodline includes the Blagdens and the Thompsons. Daniel grew up in McKinleyville, CA. He is a proud husband to his wife Kristen Thompson who is also a student that is about to graduate. His studies are through an online International Relations program at New England College that allows him to attend as an active duty Marine Raider for MARSOC. With his degree, he will retire from the military to work for a three letter agency. Daniel also studies, practices, eats, sleeps, competes in, and coaches Brazilian Jiu Jitsu as a Purple Belt. Daniel's advice to all, is to remember that every moment you put off your ambitions, is a missed opportunity to see all that you can dream of.

MASTER DEGREE TRIBAL GRADUATES Noe Guerrero, will graduate in June from University of Oregon with a Masters degree in Education. He graduated from the Eastern Washington University with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science in 2020.

He grew up in Wapato Washington and graduated from Wapato High School. His current career path is to teach Middle/ High school. His parents are Arturo and Bernadine Guerrero. His Great Emily Reed, graduated in early 2022 with her Masters Degree in Management and Leadership. She grew up in Smith River, CA. Grandmother is the late Ethel M. Van Her parents are Janelle and Earl Brown. Her grandparents are Phyllis Covey and Betty Brown. She descends from the Richards Pelt – Chase, and his great great grandand Critser families. Emily has three young daughters. mother is the late I want to thank my family for supporting and believing in me. As Rose Lopez - John. many know without a strong foundation, stability is impossible. I He enjoys lifting hope to be a beacon of possibility for other Tribal Citizens to fol- weights and exercising. low their educational goals and dreams. Thank you Tolowa Dee- His words of advice are "We can’t ask for strength if we ni' Nation Tribal Council past and present for supporting the high- aren’t ready to be strong when we need to be. Nothing comes er education program. The financial support gave me the oppor- easy, somethings require more effort than others. When the tunity to succeed.

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PLEASE CONSIDER CONSERVING WATER California is facing significant droughts across the state. It’s that time of year where we cut back on our water consumption even more. Whether it’s inside or outside your home, small changes can save 10 to 100 gallons of water a day.

Drought in Del Norte County

Tips on Conserving Water Inside Your Home 50% of residential water use goes to outdoor irrigation. Lots of water is lost through evaporation, wind, or runoff. Efficient irrigation can prevent this water loss. Water one day less per week and use a weather-based irrigation controller.

This can save up to 8,800 gallons every year.

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FINANCIAL SKILLS FOR FAMILIES FINANCIAL SKILLS FOR FAMILIES Financial Skills for families is a curriculum created by Oweesta Corporation to help families build financial stability within their homes. This course is for adults who reside in the 5 County Service Area (Coos, Curry, Josephine, Del Norte and Humboldt) and who are aged 25 and older.

This program will be held on a bi-weekly basis to registered participants starting June 13, 2022. Time is based on participant availability.

For Registration details contact Lacey Martinez 707-487-9255 ext. 1131 lacey.martinez@ tolowa.com

YOUTH PREVENTION SUMMER ACTIVITES Community & Family Wellness Presents Mvlh-xwvn’-nay-ghe Project (fire carrier)

Save the date: June 11, 2022 Times: 12 pm to 2 pm

Community & Family Wellness is hosting a welcoming/registration picnic for our Youth Prevention Summer Session Activities. We invite households who have children between the ages of 8 to 16 years old to attend.

This event will be held at Rowdy Creek Park from 12 pm-2pm Activity Dates: June 28 to June 30. July 12 to July 14. July 19 to July 21.

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PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF HEARING IN THE TOLOWA DEE’ NI NATION TRIBAL COURT, SMITH RIVER, CALIFORNIA. In the Matter of Bentley Manso, DOB: 11/28/2020.

TO: AMY IDOL AND IVAN MANSO The Tolowa Dee-ni’ Nation Community and Family Services (CFS) Department has filed petition to modify parental rights under the Tolowa Dee-ni’ Nation Tribal Code. The Tolowa Dee-ni’ Nation Tribal Court has set a permanency hearing and a hearing on the petition for modification of parental rights for June 2, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. at the Tribal Court at 110 First Street, Suite B, Smith River, CA 95567. You have a right to personally appear at this hearing and be represented by legal counsel. If you fail to appear at this hearing or other hearings in this matter without good cause, the Tribal Court may find that you have waived your legal rights. Please contact the Tribal Court at 707-487-6425 with questions or to arrange an appearance by phone or Zoom.

TRIBAL ID CARDS: The Tribal ID Card process has moved from TGA to the new Government Headquarters Building, 12801 Mouth of Smith River Rd. Smith River, CA 95567.

Contact Chvski Jones-Scott for more Information: chuski.scott@tolowa.com or call 707-487-9255 ext. 1551

COMMUNITY AND FAMILY WELLNESS The Native American Child Abuse Treatment Program (NA) will host monthly Family Unity Activities each month.

“What’s in Your Medicine Bag?” Series Continues in June with:

Family Craft Night If you missed any of the previous Family Unity Activities, this is an opportunity to enjoy the evening being creative with your family. Choose to create a leather medicine bag, a dream catcher or a ‘Me’ jar.

June 9, 2022 | 6 to 7 PM | Dat-naa-svt Community Center Regi stration includes a complimentary family k it with craft/art supplies, a book related to the monthly topic and m ore! *

Call to reserve a spot and activity kit.

Light dinner is included!

Participation incentives are available!

Please join us for this free, creative and culturally rich experience!

For more information and to register for the June activity, call or email Krystal at 707-487-9255 ext.

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SUPERHEREOS FOR CHILDREN CARNIVAL

2022 Superheroes for Children Carnival To bring awareness to child abuse, Community and Family Wellness hosted a Superheroes for Children Carnival to bring families together for food, fun and games!

We had a total of 60 attendees at the event. Children received a gift bag that had a plush, pinwheel pen, pinwheel head bopper, cape & mask set, coloring book, crayons, flying disk, sunglasses, bubbles, crackers, fruit roll-up, gummy bears and a juice box.

Families were able to play games such as bean bag toss, ball bucket game, and pop-up. We had a coloring station for children to create their own jumbo pinwheel, decorate their capes & masks and get coloring contest sheets. We all had a blast being superheroes for a day!

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MENS RECREATION LEAGUE CHAMPIONS

(L-R): Chris Davidson, Ridge McLennan, Layton O' Reilley, Cole Lesley, Chucky Salas, Romeo Steele, Justin Dodson. Not Pictured: Daylen O' Reilley

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Congrats to Bob's Boys for their 2022 Men's Basketball League Championships! The final score of their championship game was 81-67. They were undefeated this year with 12-0 winning games. They all graduated from Del Norte High School and have one the Men's Recreation Basketball League 9 out of the last 10 years.

Congratulations Bob's Boys

EDUCATION DEPARTMENT

COMMUNITY FAMILY WELLNESS

Seeking Activity Consultants!!!

Seeking Knowledge Educators

Community & Family Wellness is looking for consultants who will lead workshops for families!

The Education Department is looking for consultants who will lead services to tribal children in our local communities.

We are looking to contract with individuals who are skilled in the following:

We are looking to contract with individuals who are skilled in the following:

* dress making (doll size) * men’s regalia * basket making * women’s gambling (shell dice) * bark skirt making * men's gambling * bear grass braiding * necklace making * preparing traditional foods * harvesting traditional foods * gardening * basic home making skills (cleaning, etc.) * sewing * cooking

-Tutoring -Homework Coaching -Native American History and Culture -Dee-ni’ Culture/Language/History -Mental Health (Certified Therapists, etc), -Physical Health (Yoga/Dance Teacher, Ballet, Self Defense, Sports Training Camps, etc).

Services are for K-12th grade Del Norte & Curry County Native American students.

For more information please contact Education Liaisons at 707-487-9255

Consultants will be contracted at a rate of $55 per hour! We are open to suggestions for other workshops!

Tara Lopez ext. 1554 Tara.lopez@tolowa.com

If interested, complete the workshop application at: www.surveymonkey.com/r/CFWconsultants

Jessica Mastaloudis ext. 1553 Jessica.mastaloudis@tolowa.com

We can also provide hard copies of applications to those who do not have access to the internet.

Chris Newman ext. 1556 Chris.newman@tolowa.com

For more information or assistance with the application contact Monica at 707-487-3183

https://tolowa-nsn.gov/DocumentCenter/View/644/ACEKnowledge-Educator-Interest-Form-1?bidId=

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BIRTHDAY ANNOUNCEMENT Happy Belated Birthday to Patsy Reynolds!

She celebrated her big day on May 26, 2022.

Happy Birthday!

-Love your Family

COMMITTEE VACANCIES

HOUSING COMMITTEE Are you interested in serving on the Housing Committee? We have a vacancy. Please submit the committee application to the Recording Secretary, Shelly Reynolds at shelly.reynolds@tolowa.com and Jeri Robertson, Housing Manager at jeri.robertson@tolowa.com

Tribal Graduates receive their gift, certificate and dentalium necklace at Dee-ni' Night in September. If you cannot attend, your items can be mailed to you.

707-487-9255 ext. 1557

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IN LOVING MEMORY OF LEON GOCHANOUR Leon was born to Aleena and Franklin Gochanour on December 25, 1929 in Addy, WA. Leon passed away at the age of 92 on January 10, 2022. His name spelled backward is Noel. No one thought to ask Grandma if she did this on purpose. In his later years with his white curly hair and beard many children believed he was Santa Claus. There was those who would just stop and give him their Christmas list.

He also always had a pocket full of Wethers Candy, giving it out to just about everyone for a smile.

Smith River Post Office. There they started growing a family. Around 1961, he moved his family up on the hill he loved.

He could look out on the Mouth of the Smith River and the Ocean.

Except for a short time, working for George Lucas on Star Wars Return of the Jedi fixing scenery. Leon worked in the lumber industry. Becoming a plannerman he was very happy he had all of his fingers when he retired.

Fishing was his favorite past time. Either Growing up Leon lived a lot of places. on river, lakes or oceans he loved to eat Going to school on Benham Lane in any seafood. Lobster was his favorite. LeBrookings, living with Aunt Eva on the on took his children to fish camp to see Umpqua River to go to school.

Grandma Amelia Brown. Leon loved and Serving his country in Korea. He drove respected her. She was part of his family. truck to the front line, full of men or am- Leon taught his children who their ancesmunition. He was proud of his service but tors were and what they did. From like all men of war it left deep scars. He Charles Brown, Betsy A Grimes, Chamet, returned to the US in Washington State Henry Brown, Sarah Channon, Jessemine where on a blind date he met Gloria Han- Brown and so on. Our heritage is rich. sen. April 5, 2022 they would have been married 70 years.

He is survived by his wife Glora, children Charles (Roxeen), Christy (Bob), Sandy They made their home behind the old (Clayton) and Roxanne. Out of nine chil-

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dren born to Aleena two survived.

Sisters Anna (Glen) Campbell and Anice Nelson.

Leon is missed and loved by all his family, wife, children, grand children, great grandchildren and his great great grandchildren and those who's life he touched. We know he loved us.

We would like to thank the Tolowa Deeni' Nation, and the men who came and did yard work. His friends who had kind words and helped during this hard time.

There are so many, Thank you!

-The family of Leon Gochanour

XAA-WAN’-K’WVT (HOWONQUET ) ELDER NUTRITION CENTER MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

1) Potato and Ham Chowder

FRIDAY

2) Chef's Salad

3) Sack Lunch

6) Vegetable Chili

7) Tomato Soup & 1/2 Tuna 8) Beef and Vegetable Soup Sandwich

9) Chicken Taco Salad

10) Breakfast

13) Pasta Salad

14) Hot Dog w/Bun

15) Kale Soup w/Italian Sausage

16) BBQ Chicken

17) Elk and Gravy over Mashed Potatoes

20) Chili Relleno Bake

21) White Beans and Ham

22) Sack Lunch

23) Chicken Salad

24) Spaghetti

27) Macaroni and Cheese

28) Chicken Sandwich

29) Sack Lunch

30) Tuna Salad

****Lunch by delivery only until further notice in response to COVID-19 pandemic. ****

Suggested donations: Elders 55+, $2 (some are free)

Reserve Lunch by 10am at 707-487-0215 press option 3

K’wes-taa-ni Num-nii~-ma~s (June)

Maa~-xuslh-ghalh Sri'-lhxvn (Birthday Happy)

Under 55, $7

K’wes-taa-ni Num-nii~-ma~s (June)

Shaylee Adams

Ina Chapman

Shea Hegnes

Joelle Lemley

Cynthia Parry

Michael Tribur Jr.

Caeson Allen

Aiyana Cleare

Sammie Hendrickson

Reginald Loftin Jr.

Elizabeth Payne

Alvin Tripp Jr.

Robert Allen

Jessica Cornelis

Samuel Hendrickson

Andromeda Lopez

Morgan Perry

Ashley Tripp

Caden Arlandson

Lauren Cornelis

Pepper Hinshaw

Shannon Lopez

Lillyana Phillippi

Sienna Valley

Nicole Aubry

Fawn Curtice

Brynn Hodges

Gloria Lopez

Nancy Phillips

Zoey Vistalli-Alvarado

Robert Balcom

William Darrah

Adam Holz

Modesta Lopez

Jelissa Ram

Riley Voegeli

Beau Balswick

Kaleia Davis-Clewell

Coast Howell

Lillian Mahan

Rick Reiling

Kristofer Walker

De-sre' Barbee

Branson Dobrec

Robert Husberg Jr.

Danielle Marini

Brock Richards

Hailee Weideman

Isaiah Bartow

Daytona Dobrec

Rougen Husted

Ethelia Martinez

Sophia Richards

Aaron Whipple

Charles Batini

Canon Donaldson

Debra Hutsell

Rhonda Martinho

Winter Richards

Reece White

Jon Bentley

Xavier Dutton

Antomina Idica

Tamara Masseo

Zane Richards

Little Mack Wilburn

Jeshua Bimemiller

Gina Early

Halle Irvine

Jade Mattingly

Thomas Richmond

Tina Wilburn

Adriana Blaise

Selisha Early

Billy James

Jessica Maxfield

Liam Rogde

Kiyawna Wilburn

Parker Bliss

Jordan Escobar

Manahae James

Donald Maynard Jr.

Tiffany Sanchez

Ivie Wilson

Pyuwa Bommelyn

Yancy Evans

Ryan James

Melissa McCann

Violet Schulze

Joy Wilson

Janelle Brown

Aaden Fahl

Rachael Jeli

Michelle McClung

Luanna Scott

Kaia Wilson

Richard Brown

Aitana Fletcher

John Jocsing Jr.

Colt McLennan

Dana Shade

Odin Wilson

Todd Buckmaster

Dustin Gardner

Michele Johnson

Michael McMahan

Jennifer Silva

Nathaniel Winishut

Christian Cain

Aubriella Giovannetti

Timothy Johnson

Dominick Miller

Steven Simonsen

Ashton Workman

Faith Campbell

Kodah Giovannetti

Brandie Jordan

Justin Mitchell

Kira Simpson

Maxton Campbell

Steven Gochanour Jr.

Perry Judah

Heath Moon

Rayden Slavsky

Leon Campos

Timothy Gochanour Jr.

Travis Kahoalii

Richard Moorehead III

Olivia Smith

David Campos-Bartow

Derek Goodlin

Wendy Kamisky

Richard Moorehead Jr.

Chase Sossaman

Juan Campos-Bartow

Danielle Gravatt

Brooke Kennedy

Michael Moorehead

Jayden Sossaman

Michael Campos-Bartow

Alicia Guerrero

Lauren Kessler

Richard Mouser

Tonya Sprague

Brook Carithers

Kianna Gutierrez

Maci Kirby

Levi Navarrete

Kym St. Clair

Alice Carrizales

Brendon Harralson

Ame Larsen-Wilson

Collette Niles

Andrej Stifel

Baylie Castellaw

Lisa Healy

Frank Laverty Jr.

Daylen O’Reilley

Shawnee Thomas

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