June 2016 NNaahhggaahhcchhiiwwaannoonngg (Far end of the Great Lake) DDiibbaahhjjimimoowwiinnnnaann (Narrating of Story)

U.S. Secretary of Interior Sally Jewell admiring the Fond du Lac Ojibwe School during 1720 BIG LAKE RD. Presort Std her tour with Superintendent Jennifer Johnson before heading off to the Fond du Lac CLOQUET, MN 55720 Tribal and Community College to deliver the Commencement speech. U.S. Postage CHANGE SERVICE REQUESTED Paid In This Issue: Permit #155 Cloquet, MN Local News...... 2-3 55720 RBC Thoughts ...... 4-5 Etc ...... 5-9 Election News...... 10-12 August 18, 1853 – Arrival at the old village of Fond du Lac-Part 2...... 13 School News...... 14-20 Legal New...... 21 Health News...... 22-23 13 Moons...... 24-25 Community News...... 26-27 Calendar ...... 28 Page 2 | Nah gah chi wa nong • Di bah ji mowin nan |June 2016 Local news Secretary of Interior speaks at FDLTCC commencement By Zachary N. Dunaiski While on the Fond du Lac its kind (a Tribal Reservation Secretary Jewell college and com- raduation is a special dropped by the radio station munity college as time for many people for a quick interview with Dan one), as people Gevery year, but this year Huculak, and proceeded to were packed in to at the Fond du Lac Tribal and resource management to meet see her as well as Community College com- with the staff there as well as the graduates. mencement it was even more our council members to discuss During her special, even for those who environmental issues. commencement weren’t graduating. According to this excerpt from address, she spoke U.S. Secretary of Interior, the Department of Interior’s passionately about Sally Jewell, who is the 51st website this is exactly the type her own life and Secretary of Interior and only of conversation that Jewell how the unknown the second woman, as well as should be having with our after college can White House Special Assistant elected officials. In nominating lead anyone, any- to the President for Native Jewell, President Obama said, where. She started American Affairs Karen Diver, “She is an expert on the energy out her college ca- came to speak during the com- and climate issues that are reer wanting to be mencement. going to shape our future. She a dental hygienist, Hours before giving her com- is committed to building our but when “my boy- U.S. Secretary of Interior Sally Jewell and White House Special Assistant to the mencement speech, Jewell met nation-to-nation relationship friend’s homework President on Native American Affair Karen Diver tour the Fond du Lac with FDL officials and directors with Indian Country. She knows looked more fun to learn more about what Fond the link between conserva- than mine,” she de- Reservation. du Lac has done and where it tion and good jobs. She knows cided to switch fields for advice. But it’s that type of Jewell’s stay here was short plans on going in the future. that there's no contradiction and began working towards her mindset that has made Jewell lived, around 36 hours, Fond Her trip started at the Ojibwe between being good stewards engineering degree. successful her entire career; du Lac must have had a big School where she met with of the land and our economic What many love about Jewell working her way from Mo- impact on her as she said she teachers, staff, and students. progress; that in fact, those is her outside the box thinking. bil, to banking, to Recreation really enjoyed her time here. After the tour of the school two things need to go hand in When she first started out after Equipment Inc (REI) and then She even said that when she’s ended, she stopped to speak hand.” college she was a petroleum all the way up to Chief Execu- done at the end of Obama’s with Superintendent Jennifer But the main reason that engineer with Mobil who did tive Officer of REI. While at term she would really like to Johnson about the Math scores Jewell was here was to speak the unconventional thing of REI she initiated giving all em- visit this area again. posted on the wall. She also to the graduates of the Fond “talking to the ‘pumpers’ to ployees healthcare, no matter had an opportunity to hear the du Lac Tribal and Community learn how to increase produc- how many hours they worked, drum song by the same group College. The college gymna- tion.” Although it seems obvi- which caught the attention of that would later perform at sium showed just how big of a ous, not many people will go to President Obama. graduation. moment it was for the first of an employee lower than them

The mission of this publication is to end, we do not publish editorials, opinion provide the Anishinaabeg community of pieces or letters to the editor. There is an Nahgahchiwanong Dibahjimowinnan the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior abundance of opportunity for the publish- Translation: Far End of the Great Lake; Narrating of Story Chippewa, Fond du Lac Reservation, with ing, airing and dissemination of material TABLE of CONTENTS news and information that will be of help of personal opinion in other communica- Local News...... 2-3 Published monthly by the Fond du Lac to them in their everyday lives. In addi- tion vehicles available throughout the RBC Thoughts...... 4-5 Reservation Business Committee. tion, our goal will be to highlight many of area, region and state. Etc...... 5-9 Subscriptions are free for Fond du Lac the honors, accolades, accomplishments Our mission is to provide for Fond du Election News...... 10-12 Band Members. To inform us of a change and awards that are earned by community Lac Anishinaabeg a publication that will August 18, 1853 – of address, write to: Arrival at the old village of Fond du Lac-Part 2...13 members but are mostly overlooked by not dismiss their culture, heritage, hopes School News...... 14-20 Fond du Lac News, Tribal Center, the mass mainstream media. and dreams. We are striving to make this Legal New...... 21 1720 Big Lake Rd., It is our hope that through greater infor- newspaper fill that role. Health News...... 22-23 Cloquet, Minn. 55720. mation about the activities of our people, 13 Moons...... 24-25 Community News...... 26-27 Editor: Zachary N. Dunaiski this publication can be an instrument of Corporate Member of the Calendar...... 28 true community. It is not our intention Native American Journalists to be a vehicle of divisiveness. To that Association June 2016 | Nah gah chi wa nong • Di bah ji mowin nan | Page 3 Local news

2016 Annual Women’s Wellness Gathering Dennis Banks leads By Marcia Kitto cludes with singing led by the Oshkii nal. Ling from Hong Kong Spa will Giizhik Singers and a Solidarity join us again with her gift of mas- march to D.C. he annual Ziigwan Women’s Shawls Round Dance. A Sweat Lodge sage. Wellness Gathering will be with Roxanne Peterson will be held ennis Banks, who is the co- Theld on Monday and Tuesday, after closing Tuesday. For further information or ques- founder of the American Indian June 6 and 7 at the Cloquet Forestry During the gathering, women will tions, call Marcia Kitto at (218)878- DMovement (AIM), has been Center. The theme this year is “Ni- have the opportunity to learn about 3782. Bring your drums, stories, involved with the longest walk before, iwin Mashkikiwan: Four Medicines”, and work on the Solidarity Shawls, skirts, and positive thoughts. Dress and this year he leads the Longest finding our own personal “medicine as well as make a Medicine Wheel for the weather, as much of the gath- Walk 5 as part of the war on drugs. bundle” to help with our healing. and create their own personal jour- ering will be held outside. The original longest walk in 1978 Registration with refreshments be- was to bring attention to the Native gins at 8am. American Equal Opportunity Act which At 9 a.m., the Opening Pipe Cer- You are invited to a: would have eliminated all treaties emony with Rose Marie DeBungie, between the U.S. Government and any Red Lake Elder, will include the Indian Tribe. That bill obviously didn’t Four Grandmothers sharing our pass, and it is largely believed that the healing medicines with the women march’s attention helped put an end attending. Presentations will fol- low, on topics geared towards to it. women’s healing and growth. Our Back in 2011, the Longest Walk 3 “Re- first speaker, Maria McCoy, of the versing Diabetes” was organized. Dia- American Indian Family Center, St. betes, as many of us know, is a huge Paul, will present “Healing Through epidemic all over Indian country across Time—String of Lives”, about heal- the country. No one suffers a higher ing ourselves through the ancestors. rate of diabetes than Native Americans After lunch, beginning at 1 p.m., we and it’s something that has affected all will hear from Ida Downwind on Hosted by: The Fond du Lac Head Start Programs of us in one way or another. “The Seven Grandmother Teachings This year’s walk as part of the war on through the Stars”, followed by a drugs, which started back in February “Making Medicine Wheels” activity Thursday, June 23rd 2016 in San Diego, Calif. will be 3,600 miles with discussion of how we can use and finish in Washington D.C. July 15. the teachings of the medicine wheel 4:00-7:00 Banks also said that this year’s walk for holistic healing and self care. will be dedicated to finding solutions Located in the FDL Head Start Gym (33 University Road) After dinner, Rosie DeBungie will to the drug epidemic as well as domes- *** follow the signs *** lead our Talking Circle, beginning at tic violence against Native American 6 p.m. Breakout Sessions will include: women. The second day begins with Fatherhood Traditions ~ Breastfeeding ~ Midwifes ~ Birth Stories ~ Homemade baby food ~ Car Seat Clinic ~ Homemade Baby Wipes For more information about the Lon- registration at 8 a.m., followed by gest Walk 5 contact the National Coor- the Opening Pipe Ceremony with Who Should Attend: dinator Orlando Vigil (619) 820-5945. Roxanne Peterson at 9 a.m. Our Moms, dads, expecting parents, families with children under 2, grandparents, Information can also be found on the morning session will be “Mind and extended family, foster care, FFN (Family, Friends, and Neighbor Care) Longest Walk’s website (longestwalk. Body Medicine”, presented by Linda us) and their Facebook page. You can Eaglespeaker and Donna LaChapelle of the Minnesota Indian Women’s *Informational Booths from around the area will be set up in the Head also read the article on Indian Coun- Resource Center, Minneapolis. After Start Gym try’s website http://indiancountryto- *Light meal provided with many great prizes for all following each break- lunch, our afternoon session begins daymedianetwork.com/2016/01/20/ out session with Rachel Banks Kupcho telling dennis-banks-declares-war-drugs-lon- *Hope to see you there… If you have any questions please feel free to give her adoption story, “Love Is Not gest-walk-5-163115 us a call @ 878-8100 Enough.” This year’s gathering con- Miigwech Page 4 | Nah gah chi wa nong • Di bah ji mowin nan |June 2016 RBC Thoughts

From the Our Cloquet Community Cen- Boozhoo, concentrated housing areas. If you happen to ter continues to stay very busy. pass one of the crews during your travels give Chairman They are still working on the took a few days off and went on a couple them a shout and thank them for the job they of short trips. I needed some time to are doing for all of us. Hello all implementation of the 4H pro- recharge my batteries. I went to Michi- We are again in the graduation season as I would like to say congratu- gram within our community I gan and then Grand Portage. It was have received a few invites for par- lations to all graduates from center as well as the Brookston nice as I was far enough away that ties. I like to let the graduate know head start to higher ed. I and Sawyer Community Cen- I I didn’t run into anyone yet close that a new part of their life is now am pleased to see the number ters. The programming is well enough to be back in a short time starting and they have lots choices of graduates growing at every received and participants are if I had to. I was glad that nothing to make with their future. They have level. This is truly a measure- enjoying the scheduled activi- happened and I was able to relax. the opportunity to become what- ment of success for each indi- ties. I encourage you to view I did keep my iPad available and ever they want to be in life. All they vidual as well as us as a Band. our website for information checked it before breakfast each day. need to do is go forward with the “Congratulations graduates.” on upcoming activities and Ferdinand Martineau I read mostly junk mail during my confidence in their abilities that they On June 17 our Elders schedules at any of the three coffee and that was fine with me. earned. concern group will Community Centers. The spring began with spearing in ’37 and be hosting a pan- On May 19 Fond du ended with it in ’54. The Band members that If you have any questions or comments cake breakfast at Lac was visited by participated were rewarded for their efforts please feel free to contact me. My office the Cloquet Com- Sally Jewel, Secretary with fresh fish for their families. There were number is (218)878-8158 or you can e-mail at munity Center from of the Interior. She vis- no accidents and little or no protests so our [email protected] . 7–10 a.m. Please help ited with our Ojibwe season was successful. Gigawaabamin. them raise money to School as well as our I am not sure how most of you feel about support the Elders natural resource pro- Wally Dupuis the moose in northeastern Minnesota or 2016 Gitigaan group. gram. We held a feast even how much you know. The herd is hav- Kiwenz language camp will for her with traditional Plant Give Away ing a tough time sustaining its population. be held again this year from foods. Thank you Sawyer staff The Band along with the 1854 Authority, June 4, 2016 8:00 a.m. July 27–31. They will be and Black Bear employees for the state and U.S. Fish and wildlife have having Language activities, your hard work and commit- been trying for several years to figure out storytelling, canoe races, and ment to a fine job. We were the cause of the decrease in population but much more. It has always been able to talk to her about some Plant Packaging have been unable to come up with a reason- a very enlightening gather- of our educational initiatives June 3, 2016 able answer. This year would have been the ing. Wisdom steps continue to with the Ojibwe School as well third year that we have not had a subsis- Natural Resource Garage hold monthly meetings. A full as some of the projects that tence moose hunt for Band members. Each Staring at 9:00 a.m. schedule of events as well as are being worked on with our year the RBC has asked the same questions committee member representa- natural resource department. and we have been given the same answer, tives and contact numbers is They spoke about the solar Plant Give Away statistically speaking a hunt by our members listed on our website. Please project in progress near the would have no impact on the herd. This June 4, 2016 view their site for complete de- Black Bear and some of the year we decided to have a hunt for our Band Natural Resource Garage tails and contact information. mining issues confronting the again. We will know the results by the end Our Facilities manager, Mike Band. Our staff at both facili- Starting at 8:00 a.m. until Gone. of the year. Diver, is working on some of ties should be commended for A sure sign that spring has arrived is the the Enrollee day’s activities a job well done. Tribal ID required at pickup. annual spring clean-up that is done on the and is asking for vendors that Reservation. The RBC provides three crews, want to participate to contact As always, please feel to call one to each community to clean up all the him as space and utilities is or write. Office (218) 878-8078, debris that was left over the winter. These If anyone is interested in helping pack- limited. Please give Mike a call Cell (218) 428-9828, or email— 12 workers do a tremendous job that we age plants please contact Cassie Diver if you have an interest, (218) [email protected]. can all be proud of. Each year they collect at 878-7502 or email 878-2685. and dispose of several tons of discarded [email protected] trash. They clean the ditches, parks, and the

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Sawyer News to have very meaningful con- club was able to plant some The FDL Resource Manage- ing shiny. Boozhoo, versations with the FDL Natu- trees on the western edge of ment staff, NRCS Engineer, and The Sawyer Center youth ral Resource Staff about water the Willy’s property with the Tribal Liaison came together to activities are ramping up for would like to congratulate quality and mining issues in help of the USDA Plant Mate- discuss plans for utilizing food a busy summer with tree the Fond du Lac gradu- northern Minnesota. She was rial Department. Dave Wise, waste products generated by planting, gardening, etc. the Iates on their academic able to gain insight Tribal Liaison for the Tribe. The waste products activities are posted on the FDL accomplishments. The Carlton about how treaty USDA NRCS, helped could be used to create a qual- website and Sawyer Center Indian Education honored rights are impacted coordinate resources ity compost to generate organic Facebook page. seven students who graduated by current environ- for the 4-H club. If material that would be used in I want to acknowledge the high school this year. If you are mental issues within you have any interest gardens throughout Fond du candidates and all their hard interested in attending college our ceded territories. in accessing program Lac. work generating conversation this is a great time to start! Re- I would like to thank information pertain- My first open meeting was and ideas for leadership and the Natural Resource ing to natural resource in Brookston, the quarterly change in our community. cently, the Fond du Lac Tribal Bruce Savage and Community College hosted staff and the Sawyer conservation issues, he reports were handed out and Make sure you vote to help the largest graduating class Center staff for making can be reached at the Kevin Dupuis opened the floor determine who is the next of Anishinabe students in the the experience memorable. Resource Management build- for questions and comments. Chairman and District I and III college's history. Sally Jewel, Additionally, I would like to ing. The 4-H group in Sawyer The meeting was well received, Representatives. United States Secretary of the thank the community of Saw- has been a huge success and I would like to thank all the In closing, I would like to Interior, had the honor of being yer for having a great smelt fry I would like to thank the staff participants for attending and offer my condolences to the a part of a traditional honoring this past month. Many families for working hard to establish sharing questions and con- family of Larry Shabiash. of our students with the and individuals helped to make activities. Upcoming activities cerns. The next open meeting FDLOJS drum, FDL Honor it a success. Sorry it was such will include things like photog- will be August 18 at 5:30 p.m. Sincerely, Guard and presentation to Pete short notice, next year I will raphy, wild berry harvesting, in Minneapolis at the MN Chip- Bruce M. Savage Defoe who received an honor- plan it in advance so that more Carlton County Fair animal/art pewa Tribe Building. Sawyer District II ary doctorate degree. While people can attend. individual submission planning Clean up crews have started Representative she was in town she was able In the past month the 4-H and various field trips. up and the community is look- Etc.

Notice: public hear- week of June 6th in the Fond to the personal representative RedWind to offer p.m. du Lac Planning Division. by the deadline in order to be All Native entrepreneurs are ing for community considered. Native American invited to attend and strongly development block Notice: The address of the personal entrepreneurial encouraged to register for this representative of the estate is: FREE two-day course for small In the Matter of the Estate of: grant Fay Diver empowerment business development. The KENNETH FRANCIS GRAVES, Enrollees of the Fond du Lac 3 Swanson Rd workshop training workshop will benefit Band are encouraged to at- Decedent. Case No: PR-001-16 Cloquet, MN 55720 RedWind is thrilled to hold anyone who operates or is tend a Public Hearing to dis- GENERAL NOTICE TO CREDI- The mailing address of the its next workshop, hosted by considering operating a small TORS cuss the application for: 2016 Tribal Court is: the Fond du Lac Band of Lake business. Notice is given that probate This workshop, one of 15 Indian Community Develop- Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Tribal and proceedings are pending in RedWind will hold this year, ment Block Grant Funds. Superior Chippewa Community College, and the the Fond du Lac Tribal Court will cover business concepts in- The hearing will be at the Tribal Court Minnesota Indian Business Alli- Regarding the estate of Kenneth dispensable for anyone starting Fond du Lac Tribal Center, 1720 Big Lake Rd ance (MNIBA). This small busi- Francis Graves. up or running a small business. 1720 Big Lake Road in the Cloquet, MN 55720 ness development workshop Tribal Center - Community Any claim against the above- will be provided at the Fond du Instructors will also identify Room on Monday, June 6, referenced estate must be filed Lac Tribal and Community Col- and help participants avoid 2016 from 10–11 a.m. on or before August 29, 2016 lege located at 2101 14th Street common pitfalls. The training A copy of the Community or the claims will be barred. in Cloquet, Minnesota 55720, will provide comprehensive in- formation on topics important Development Statement will All claims must be filed with Room 258 on Monday, June 27 be made available during the the Tribal Court and provided and Tuesday, June 28, 9 a.m.-4 continued on next page Page 6 | Nah gah chi wa nong • Di bah ji mowin nan |June 2016 designated smoking areas. 1308 E. Franklin Avenue, to their 5th birthday Miigwech. Minneapolis, Minn. To qualify for WIC you Cost: Free need to have a nutritional Specials: Women's Jingle, and Bois Forte Community and/or medical need and Etc. Men's Traditional will start • June 9–Post Offer Event at meet the WIC income guide- Friday night. Saturday Night Tower–10 a.m.–6 p.m. 1610 lines. All WIC participants Men's Grass Dance Special Farm Rd. Tower, Minn. must have an initial appoint- financial, contractual, and busi- $1,000 winner take all (Age's ment to determine eligibility from previous page ness development assistance 18 and up) We will be checking Redwood Falls/Lower Sioux for WIC. For example, a fam- to aspiring entrepreneurs and and advocating on their behalf ID's at registration. One Man Community ily of 3 making $37,296.00 or small business owners related within the government. Hand drum Contest, winner • June 6–Post Offer Event at less a year would qualify. to business planning, access More information about the take all. Friday Night Drum Jackpot Junction-10 a.m.–6 Contact the WIC office for fur- to capital, basic bookkeeping, SBA ONAA can be found at Group Tug of War, Winner take p.m. 39375 County Rd. 24 ther information: Laura Garza, human resources, problem www.sba.gov/naa. ONAA all. Morton, Minn. Eagle Room 1 PHN, CLC (218) 878-2147 at solving and marketing a small contracted with RedWind to Additional Info: Grand Entries: MNAW or (218) 279-4135 at business. provide the subject workshops Friday July 8th 7 p.m., Sat- Leech Lake Community CAIR, Kara Stoneburner, RD through contract number: RedWind will present this urday July 9th 1 p.m. and 7 •June 13–Post Offer Event at LD, CLS (218) 878-2183 at SBAHQ-13-F0134. RedWind is a training in partnership with p.m., Sunday July 10th 1 p.m. MCT Building 10 a.m.–6 p.m. MNAW or (218) 279-4060 at Native operated technical assis- MNIBA. Vietnam Wall and the Eyes of 15542 Hwy 371 NW, Cass CAIR or go to http://www. tance firm that helps transform The event is free to attend Lake, Minn. and build strong Tribal nations, Freedom Veteran's exhibits will health.state.mn.us/divs/fh/ and open to the public. All be at the Black Bear Casino wic/index.html, for more infor- class materials and refresh- enterprises, and organizations. during the weekend. Feast on For more information view mation. ments will be provided to RedWind provides the experi- Saturday at 5 p.m. Bag Lunch our website at www.fdlrez.com WIC Program is an equal op- participants at no cost. ence and practical tools to help on Sunday at 3 p.m. Buy-Back staff will be available portunity provider and em- MNIBA Project Director organizations meet the chal- Pamela Standing stated, "We lenges facing Tribal communi- M-F from 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. at ployer. welcome and invite anyone ties today. For more informa- Fond du Lac Cobell the Tribal Center considering starting a small tion about RedWind, please Contact CobellBuyBack@ Summer Food business or those who current- visit www.redwindgroup.com. Buy-Back Program fdlrez.com or (218) 878-7361 to ly own a business to join us Post-Offer Outreach make an appointment. Service program for this exceptionally beneficial Fond du Lac Fond du Lac is participating and educational workshop. A Event Schedule in the Summer Food Service Snacks and Refreshments WIC Program Program. Meals will be pro- self-sufficient Tribal commu- Veteran's Powwow - Women, Infants and Children nity is essential to successfully will be served at all Post-Offer vided to all children without Traditional Nutrition Program (WIC) is a meeting economic challenges Outreach Events. Notaries will charge and meet nutritional July 8 - July 10, 2016 Nutrition and Breastfeeding today and in the future." be available Please Bring Full standards established by the Location: Cloquet, Minn. program that offers tips and *To register, please use the Offer Packet to Outreach Events U.S. Department of Agricul- MASH KA WISEN Powwow advice to help families eat well, following link: http://www. ture (USDA). Acceptance and Grounds 1150 Mission Rd Clo- learn about nutrition, and stay nativesmallbusiness.org/min- Sawyer Center every Tuesday participation requirements for quet, MN 55720 healthy. nesota, or contact Pamela 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Moorhead the program and all activities Directions: Take Highway 210 The WIC program provides: Standing, MNIBA Project Direc- Rd., Cloquet, Minn. are the same for all regardless to Mission Road, Stay on Mis- • Nutrition education tor: (218) 850-8364; info@ Brookston Center every Thurs- of race, color, national origin, sion Road until you see pow- • One-on-one counseling about mniba.org day 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. 8200 gender, age or disability, and wow grounds. nutrition If you would like more infor- Belich Rd. Cloquet, Minn. there will be no discrimination Info: Jarvis Paro (218) 878- • Vouchers to buy food (Range mation about the trainings go in the course of the meal ser- 8179, Tom Whitebird (218) between $62.00 - $190.00/ to http://www.nativesmall- Fond du Lac Community/ vice. Meals will be provided at business.org/. 878-2670 month) Duluth the following sites and times: Native American Entre- MC(s): Pete Gahbow, • Support and help with breast- • June 9-Information Booth at Fond du Lac Ojibwe School 49 preneurial Empowerment Les Gibbs feeding health fair-10 a.m.-2 p.m. University Road, Cloquet, MN Workshops are provided to AD(s): Jaimie Petite, Ken Fox, • Referrals to health care, 1720 Big Lake Rd. Cloquet, 55720 Hours of operation: 11 Native communities across immunizations, and other Jay Smith Minn. a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through the country through support programs Host Drum(s): Battle River, • June 20–Post Offer Event at Thursday June 20–August 18. from the United States Small Who is WIC for? Young Kingbird, Cedar Creek CCC–10 a.m.–6 p.m. 1720 Big The U.S. Department of Agri- Business Administration (SBA) • Women who are pregnant, Head Dancers: Mike Diver, Lake Rd., Cloquet, Minn. culture (USDA) prohibits dis- Office of Native American Vanessa Northrup breastfeeding, or who re- Affairs (ONAA). The mission crimination against its custom- Help us promote traditional cently had a baby of the SBA is to aid, counsel, Twin Cities Community ers, employees, and applicants tobacco use and keep our • Infants from birth to 1 year assist, and protect the interests • June 3– Post Offer Event at for employment on the bases of powwow arena and vendor of age of small business by providing MCT Building 10 a.m.–6 p.m. areas smoke free. We will have • Children from 1 year of age continued on next page June 2016 | Nah gah chi wa nong • Di bah ji mowin nan | Page 7

hosted by Ricky W. DeFoe, 2 Aaniin ezhi-ayaayan? How are you? Nimiigaadendam. Giin Ralph Fairbanks, Miscobnay- are you? Gaawiin nimino-ayaa- dash? I’m in a fighting mood. shii, Dan Jones, Leonard, and siin. Giin dash? I’m not fine. And you? Gaye niin. Me too. Mary Moose. Sound system And you? Gaye niin. Me too. 17. Aaniin ezhiwebak? How’s Etc. and sound technician will be 3. Aaniin ezhi-ayaayan? How the weather? Mino-giizhigad. provided through Denno’s Dy- are you? Niminwendam. Giin It’s a nice day. namic Sound & Music through- dash? I’m glad. And you? Gaye 18. Aaniin ezhiwebak? How’s from previous page out the camp dates. niin. Me too. the weather? Daki-ayaa. It’s Nagaajiwanaang We are always seeking new 4. Aaniin ezhi-ayaayan? How cool. race, color, national origin, age, Genawendangig participants for the camp are you? Indayekoz. Giin dash? 19. Aaniin ezhiwebak? How’s sex, gender identity, religion, activities, so if you would like I’m tired. And you? Gaye niin. the weather? Gisinaa. It’s cold. reprisal, and where applicable, Anishinaabemowin to host a language activity, Me too. 20. Aaniin ezhiwebak? How’s political beliefs, marital status, (Fond du Lac Language craft activity, or other activity, 5. Aaniin ezhi-ayaayan? How the weather? Gizhaate. It’s hot. familial or personal status, sex- Program) Kiwenz Language please send your statement of are you? Nimbakade. Giin 21. Aaniin ezhiwebak? How’s ual orientation, or all or part Camp News: Coordinating interest to me that outline your dash? I’m hungry and you. the weather? Awan. It's foggy. of an individual's income is With Age To Age Intergenera- interests and talents. Priority Gaye niin. Me too. 22. Aaniin ezhiwebak? How’s derived from public assistance tional Program activity selection will be given 6. Aaniin ezhi-ayaayan? How the weather? A wanibiisaa. It’s program, or protected genetic Submitted by Janis Fairbanks, to Fond du Lac Band members, are you? Nindebisinii. Giin misty. information in employment Anishinaabemowin Coordinator and a data base of interested dash? I’m full. And you? Gaye 23. Aaniin ezhiwebak? How’s or in any program or activity parties will be created of art- niin. Me too. the weather? Ningwakwad. It’s conducted or funded by the Kiwenz Language Camp plan- ists, crafters, and speakers who 7. Aaniin ezhi-ayaayan? How cloudy. Department. (not all prohibited ning is in full swing. Mark your respond. Send your informa- are you? Ningiishkaabaagwe. 24. Aaniin ezhiwebak? How’s bases will apply to all programs calendars now, and plan to at- tion, including your full contact Giin dash? I’m thirsy. And you? the weather? Mizhakwad. It’s and/or employment activities.) tend this annual event, sched- information, to me at janisfair- Gaye niin. Me too. clear sky. If you wish to file a Civil uled July 27 – 31 at the Kiwenz [email protected] 8. Aaniin ezhi-ayaayan? How 25. Aaniin ezhiwebak? How’s Rights program complaint of Campgrounds. This year, we Tentative schedule is posted are you? Ingiiwashkwe Giin the weather? Niiskaadad. It’s discrimination, complete the will include even more pro- on the Fond du Lac website. dash? I’m dizzy. And you? stormy. USDA Program Discrimination gramming for elders and youth We will release an updated Gaye niin. Me too. 26. Aaniin ezhiwebak? How’s Complaint Form, found online such as Ojibwe Bingo, Scaven- schedule in July. 9. Aaniin ezhi-ayaayan? How the weather? Gimiwan. It’s at http://www.ascr.usda.gov/ ger Hunt, and Ojibwe Cribbage. For more information, please are you? Niminwa-manji' Giin raining. complaint_filing_cust.html, Regular camp activities visit www.fdlrez.com dash? I feel fine. And you? 27. Aaniin ezhiwebak? How’s or at any USDA office, or call include arts and crafts instruc- • Go to the Tribal Culture tab Gaye niin. Me too. the weather? Noodin. It’s (866) 632-9992 to request tion, canoe races, a mini-pow- • Click on Anishinaabemowin 10. Aaniin ezhi-ayaayan? How windy. the form. You may also write wow on Saturday night, and tab are you? Nindaakoz. Giin dash? 28. Aaniin ezhiwebak? How’s a letter containing all of the a talent show on Friday night. • Click on Events on right I’m sick. And you? Gaye niin. the weather? Animikiikaa. It’s information requesting a form. Ojibwe language teachers will sidebar. Me too. thundering. Send your completed complaint conduct language activities The event is authorized and 11. Aaniin ezhi-ayaayan? How 29. Aaniin ezhiwebak? How’s form or letter to us by mail at along with the arts and crafts funded by the Fond du Lac are you? Indewikwe. Giin dash? the weather? Zaagaate. The sun U.S. Department of Agriculture, interactive projects. Topics Reservation Business Commit- I have a headache. And you? is coming out. Director, Office of Adjudication, include: tee, and planned by the An- Gaye niin. Me too. 30. Aaniin ezhiwebak? How’s 1400 Independence Avenue 1) pipestone carving and ishinaabemowin Coordinator 12. Aaniin ezhi-ayaayan? How the weather? Wiisagaate. It’s SW, Washington, D.C. 20250- history talk taught by Bud with input from the Language are you? Indoozosodam. Giin painfully hot. 9410, by fax (202) 690-7442 or Johnston Advisory Committee. This year, dash? I’m coughing. And you? email at program.intake@usda. 2) making wild rice knock- the camp is also co-sponsored Gaye niin. Me too. GED classes gov. ers (ricing sticks) out of white by funding from the North- 13. Aaniin ezhi-ayaayan? How Individuals who are deaf, cedar taught by Phil Savage land Foundation, with activi- are you? Ingiikaj. Giin dash? continue at FDL hard of hearing, or have speech 3) moccasin making taught by ties planned by Deb Topping, I’m cold. And you? Gaye niin. disabilities may contact USDA Community Center Miscobnayshii Elders Advocate, for the Age to Me too. GED instruction will continue through the Federal Relay Ser- 4 moccasin making taught by Age Intergenerational Program. 14. Aaniin ezhi-ayaayan? How vice at (800)877-8339; or (800) into the summer months at the Sarah Agaton Howes are you? Nindabwez. Giin FDL Community Center Library. 845-6136 (Spanish). 5) beadwork earrings taught dash? I’m sweating. And you? GED Instructor Peter Spooner USDA is an equal opportunity June Ojibwe by Theresa Morrison Gaye niin. Me too. will be in the Library classroom provided and employer. 6) flute making and history phrases of the day 15. Aaniin ezhi-ayaayan? How from 4:30-6:30 p.m. on Thursday If you have any questions, of the flute taught by Frank 1 Aaniin ezhi-ayaayan? How are you? Nimindawe. Giin evenings. If you cannot make Please contact Nikki Harris Montano. (Tentative schedule, are you? Nimino-ayaa. Giin dash? I’m pouting. And you? that time just call or email, and (218) 878-7203 or email nik- subject to change.) dash? I'm fine. And you? Gaye Gaye niin. Me too. other times may be arranged. [email protected]. Language activities will be niin. Me too. 16. Aaniin ezhi-ayaayan? How Instruction and tests are free for Page 8 | Nah gah chi wa nong • Di bah ji mowin nan |June 2016 have been involved in the HOPE presented a STEM Narrative transporting the students to Project. Summary. Transportation Direc- the Hospital for services. tor Michael Quam verbally Sharon left at 5:05 p.m. Fond du Lac Ojibwe quoted $4000 to $4500 to paint I. School Board Strategic Plan Etc. the plane. There was further - April 30, 2016 at the Ojibwe School Board discussion regarding options for School from 9:00 to 3:30. the airplane project. Dorothy Olson left at 5:15 tribal enrollees and employees, show empathy and refer to an Regular Meeting Jennifer Johnson entered 3:45 p.m. and their relatives. adult to prevent risk of harm. Tuesday April 5, 2016 Fond du p.m. II. FDL Ojibwe School Staff Students who have registered in Here are some comments from Lac Ojibwe School Board Room Motion to have the sub -com- Equitable Pay Scale: Superin- 2015-16 (or before) are encour- the youth who participated in 3:00 p.m. mittee get on the RBC agenda tendent Johnson presented a aged to continue, and new the training: Call to Order: Vice Chair Debra to request direction on how to Proposed 16-17 Salary Scale. students are always welcome. • “I learned what to do if some- Johnson Fuller called the meet- move forward with the airplane Patty Petite left 5:18 p.m. Feel free to contact Peter Spooner one is having thoughts to hurt ing to order at 3:04 p.m. project - Dorothy Olson, second- The scale is intended to at (218) 390-3064, or Peter- themselves. I have enjoyed Roll Call: Debra Johnson-Fuller, ed by Kathleen Garsow. All in recruit and retain highly [email protected] with any making new friends and learn- Joyce LaPorte, Shawn Johnson, favor, 0 opposed, motion carried. qualified staff/licensed teach- questions, or just stop in on any ing more about suicide.” Patty Petite, Kathleen Garsow, III. AYP Discussion - Betty ers. There was discussion Thursday evening. • “I have learned to be patient Betty Anderson, Dorothy Olson. Anderson would like to hear regarding the support staff. It is a fact that getting your with younger kids that I work Others Present: Jennifer John- discussion regarding AYP. Super- There was discussion regard- GED can give you access to more with.” son, Superintendent entered intendent Johnson explained BIE ing budget and sustainability. and better-paying jobs, as well • “I’ve learned that if you work at 3:45 pm; Vicki Oberstar, AYP and State of MN AYP to the Patty Petite returned 5:21 p.m. as entrance to college. Aside hard and stay focused you will Licensed Guidance Counselor, board. Discussion regarding AYP Superintendent Johnson from those practical benefits, it get somewhere in life.” Sharon Belanger, Special Educa- and individual student growth. recommends we approve this is a major life accomplishment, • “I learned that you can talk to tion Coordinator, Michael Quam, The board discussed Native star proposed salary scale for further and graduates report greater self anyone that you know for help. Transportation Director, Earl Otis, and smart goals. recruitment and to retain the cur- esteem and quality of life after They will help you with what Athletic Director IV. Promoting Community rent highly qualified staff. completing GED tests. you’re going through in life.” Reading of the Mission State- Involvement: Dorothy Olson Motion to approve the proposed "Most people come in worried • “TACO- Talk to an Adult and ment & Vision: Read by Dorothy presented the sub-committee salary schedule to implement SY that the tests are going to be too Communicate with Others.” Olson. meeting minutes. There was a 16-17. Several members need to hard," says Spooner, "but once • “I learned that even the softest Motion to approve the agenda suggestion to have the School table the action and discuss fur- they get started, they're surprised voice can affect a community.” with changes: move to add item Board at the Sept 2, 2016 staff ther at the next regular meeting. at how much they already know. From one of the staff- “I enjoy Promote Community Involve- orientation to meet and greet III. Attendance Policy - TABLED Our instruction helps people meeting new youth every year ment to New Business. Move staff and community. Supervisor reports: brush up on basic skills and and reconnecting with the ones Airplane Sub-committee from Old business: Superintendent Johnson focus on the types of questions returning. The community informational to requires action. IV. Transportation Policy reviewed her report. BIE DPA is the GED tests ask." should know that there are so Motion made by Dorothy Olson, Change - Mike Quam discussed currently monitoring on site. GED practice tests are now many resources out there to get seconded by Betty Anderson. All his role as a Transportation Patty Petite made a motion to computerized, and the final tests help if struggling with depression in favor, 0 opposed, motion car- Director and dealing with angry adjourn, seconded by Betty An- are only administered electroni- or suicidal thoughts.” ried hostile parents. Questions regard- derson. All in favor, 0 opposed, cally. Visit GED.com for more From one of the staff- “I have Motion to approve the March ing the Transportation Director motion carried. information, and to set up a free learned that our youth can make 8, 2016 regular meeting minutes: job description. Adjourn 5:35 p.m. account. a big difference in the lives of Patty Petite seconded by Dorothy. Superintendent Johnson ex- Recorded by Jennifer Trotter- others. I am proud of these youth All in favor, 0 opposed, motion plained the current policies and chaude leaders.” carried. procedures. The HOPE Project These continued collabora- New business: Page 21 (II) change the "Trans- During the months of March tive efforts involving Fond du I. 2016-2017 FDL Ojibwe School portation Administration" to Fond du Lac Ojibwe and April youth from the sur- Lac Human Services and the Track Proposal: Presented by Earl "Behavioral Management Facili- School Board rounding area met for the annual Ojibwe School to address suicide Otis - Athletic Director presented tator". HOPE Project Peer Leadership amongst American Indian youth a budget and plan for prac- Make the changes to the cur- Special Meeting training. There were nine youth have served over 90 youth in tice. The board suggested Earl rent policy and present to the Tuesday April 19, 2016 Fond du trained as of this year and 27 the community since 2013. The return with an adjusted budget, school board at the next meeting. Lac Ojibwe School Board Room youth from 2015. This training impact is far reaching even plan for Cloquet practice times, Mike Quam left at 4:55 p.m. 3:00 p.m. involved concepts from social beyond Fond du Lac Reservation. time frame for the sport, number Supervisor Report: Sharon Call to Order: Chairman Wayne emotion learning theory in Other Tribes have recognized of students that would partici- Belanger - Special Education Co- Dupuis called the meeting to addressing suicide ideation in what is happening here. Our pate in Cloquet Co-op agreement ordinator. There was discussion order at 3:04 p.m. peers. Youth were trained using youth were asked to present on and include the overall sports regarding Occupational Thera- Roll Call: Wayne Dupuis, Debra the Life Card developed in previ- the HOPE Project at the TXT4Life budget in this proposal. pies services. The board sug- Johnson-Fuller, Joyce LaPorte, ous years HOPE Project groups. 2016 Annual Conference May Earl Otis left at 3:30 p.m. gested to post an Occupational Shawn Johnson, Patty Petite, Youth demonstrated an ability to II. Airplane Project Sub- 12 at Timberlake Lodge. We are Therapist P/T position with FDL continued on next page identify clues of suicide in peers, very proud of the youth who committee - Betty Anderson Human Resources and research June 2016 | Nah gah chi wa nong • Di bah ji mowin nan | Page 9

Etc. from previous page SATURDAY JUNE 25, 2016 Kathleen Garsow, Betty Ander- Save the date son, Dorothy Olson. 1st Annual Odemin 5K Walk/ SOFTBALL 8:00AM FDL Field Others Present: Jennifer Run Sunday, July 10 (Veteran's Johnson, Superintendent; Tara Powwow Weekend) Kiwenz EARLY BIRD BINGO @ Black Bear Start 8:30am Dupuis, Ojibwemowiin Teacher Campground GOLF/Golf Scramble 8am @ Black Bear Reading of the Mission State- Hosted by: Kwepack Runners ment & Vision: Read by Kathleen For more information contact FAMILY OLYMPICS 11am Garsow. [email protected] PHOTO BOOTHS 1-5pm One agenda item - preparation CARICATURE ARTISTS 1-6pm and discussion for upcoming FDL Elder activity FDL 4H Mentor Booth Strategic Planning Workshop MINI POW-WOW 4pm-8pm The activity will be brunch and with Dawn Newman - The Grand Entry 4:30pm (Bring Lawn Chair) board reviewed the information a play. The play, Dearly De- NAH-GAH-CHI-WA-NONG DOUCETTES BOUNCY HOUSES 12-7pm included in the packet. There parted, will be June 5 2 p.m. at Golf Scramble POWER BUNGEE 11-7pm was discussion regarding a 5 year County Seat Theater in Cloquet, Start Time: 8:00am Late Registration Under 18 Need Parent Signature plan and the Report of the Exter- Minn. The brunch will be at 9:00am Shotgun Start Cost: $50.00 per person ($25.00 FDL Enrollees) OPEN MIC: FDL FOOTBALL nal Review Team for Fond du Lac Black Bear Casino starting at 11 Proximities $10.00 Per Person FIELD STAGE @ 1pm-10pm Ojibwe School given by NCA- a.m. Free for elders, spouse and Closet to pin, Long Drive, Long Putt

AdvancED. The Board reviewed friend must pay. Skins $60.00 Per Team Call the Pro Shop @ 218-878-2485 To Sign Up Your Team ***FOOD 12-4pm OJS Gym*** The Practical Vision. Sign-up will be in the FDL CCC April 30, 2016 strategic plan- Library (218) 878-7513. ***DRAWINGS 12pm FDL CCC Gym*** ning meeting priorities are: Goal There will be another elder setting in the Practical Vision. activity June 25, 7 p.m. to see CULTURAL ACTIVITIES @ THE Debra Johnson-Fuller made a performer David Church at Mid- MUSEUM west Country Music Theater in LANGUAGE TABLES 9am-5pm motion to adjourn, seconded by DRAWING SIGN-UP Dorothy Olson. All in favor, 0 Sandstone, Minn. HISTORICAL SOCIETY –4pm opposed, motion carried. School bus will board and leave FDL Cloquet Community Center Will be set up by Museum Adjourn 4:28 p.m. MNAW at 5:15 p.m. There will THURSDAY JUNE 23 Recorded by Jennifer Trotter- be 30 tickets available on a first *FIREWORKS Saturday Night 10pm* chaude come first serve basis. There *12:00-8:00 PM will be a $20 deposit when you sign up, enrollees deposit will be FRIDAY JUNE 24 Important refunded on the bus. Last day to *8:00 AM-8:00 PM If you receive a notice from the sign up June 18. SATURDAY JUNE 25 State of Minnesota, please see Sign up with Catherine Follett 8 AM TILL THE END OF DRAWINGS. a Patient Advocate or Medical (218) 879-9493 or Carol Jaakola (Must present Tribal ID to claim win) Social Worker at MNAW or CAIR (218) 879-9296. MORE INFORMATION: as soon as possible. Tribal ID Station in Classroom (218) 878-7510 Page 10 | Nah gah chi wa nong • Di bah ji mowin nan |June 2016 Election News

2016 General its General Reservation Election Judges. July 12: Winning candidates as- Each RBC member has certain Board. 1.7(A). General Reservation sume office by operation of law, duties that must be carried out Election notice 1.6(B). Eligibility to Vote: Election Board. unless sooner seated, or the elec- and I will take responsibility for A Regular Minnesota Chippewa Generally Within three (3) business days tion is subject of appeal to the making sure these duties are Tribal Election of the FOND DU Eligible voters are enrolled following the notice of certifica- Court of Election Appeals. completed and each position is LAC Reservation Business Com- members of the Tribe, 18 years tion of candidates for either a July 22 (or Ten days from Hear- held accountable. mittee will be held on June 14, of age or over. All eligible voters Regular Election or Special Elec- ing on Appeal): Deadline for Other areas important to me: 2016 to fill the following posi- shall vote by secret ballot. To be tion, the Band governing body decision of the Court of Elections • Our sovereignty must always tions: eligible to cast a ballot a voter will appoint at least four (4) eli- Appeal. be protected and defended. It Election Date: June 14, 2016 must meet all constitutional gible voters of the reservation as Day following Decision of Ap- is our life/identity and includes Polling Places: requirements. In addition, to be the General Reservation Election peal: Winning candidate prevail- our language, culture and our District I: eligible to cast a vote for Com- Board. One member of ing on appeal takes office. way of life. Fond du Lac Community Center mitteeperson, a voter must have • Our constitution, bylaws, 1720 Big Lake Road resided within that district for at Regular election calendar Candidate ordinances and polices that are Cloquet, MN least thirty (30) days immediate- June 14: General Election (Poll- in place must be followed to District II: ly preceding the election, unless ing Places open from 8 a.m. until Statements ensure equality and fairness to Sawyer Community Center the voter casts an absentee ballot 8 p.m.) all members. 3243 Moorhead Road as permitted by this Ordinance. June 15: General Reservation Chairman • We need to protect our elders District III 1.6(C). Eligibility to Vote: Election Board certifies results of and youth. It is our responsibil- Brookston Community Center Absentee. ity to make sure they living in Election. (Prior to 8:00 p.m.) Kevin R. Dupuis Sr. 8200 Belich Road Whenever, due to absence June 16: General Reservation a safe environment. The following is reprinted from Polls Open: 8:00 a.m. from the reservation, illness or Election Board publishes Election • Ensure our band members the Primary Election Statements Polls Close: 8 p.m. physical disability, an eligible results. have employment opportuni- in the March issue. Candidates for Chairman – 4 voter is not able to vote at the June 17: Deadline for Request ties to take care of themselves Year Term polls and notifies the General for Recount. (Filed with Gen- and their families. This will Dear FDL Band Wayne Dupuis Election Board consistent with eral Election Board prior to 5:00 lead to healthy communities Member, Kevin R. Dupuis, Sr. this Ordinance, he/she will be p.m.) and empowerment for all. My name Candidates for District I (Clo- entitled to vote by absentee bal- June 21: 4:30 p.m. - Deadline for • Develop a strategic plan for is Kevin R. quet) Committeeperson – 4 Year lot in the manner and under the Notice of Contest. (Filed with the reservation that will seek Dupuis, Sr. I Term procedures as provided by Sec- Reservation Election Judge and input from community mem- am running Wally Dupuis tion 2.2(B). To cast an absentee Executive Director of the Min- bers and provide clear direc- for Chairman Vanessa L. Northrup ballot for Committeeperson, an nesota Chippewa Tribe.) tion for FDL. This plan will of the Fond du Candidates for District III eligible voter must have resided June 22 (or 20, 21, if request for also set goals so progress can Lac Band, and Kevin Dupuis (Brookston) Committeeperson – within that district for a period Recount is filed before deadline): be monitored and evaluated. am asking for 4 Year Term of at least thirty (30) days as his/ Decision on Request for Recount • Use this strategic plan to create your vote for this important posi- Roger M. Smith, Sr. her last reservation residence. In and Results of Recount, if al- economic development/stabil- tion. I have served as the Band’s Phillip J. Savage the event an eligible voter has lowed. ity Secretary/Treasurer (2002-2006), The following is an excerpt never resided on the reservation July 1: Deadline for Decision on Together we can make this and Brookston Representative from the Election Ordinance of his/her enrollment, he/she Contest for General Election. happen. Vote Kevin R. Dupuis, (Present). After 8 years as a as amended 11/9/2015, which must declare in his/her request July 5 (or within 3 days of Sr. Questions, 218-348-1116, reconnaissance marine, I came states the voting requirements. which district has been selected decision on Contest): 4:30 p.m. KevinDu- home and became involved with Primary Election; the desig- in which to cast the ballot for - Deadline for appeal to Court of puissr1@ the political issues facing our nated polling places; the time Committeeperson. A voter may Election Appeals. (Filed with Ex- gmail.com reservation. Learning local, state, for opening and closing of the not thereafter change his/her ecutive Director of the Minnesota I appreci- and federal laws affecting us has polling places; and the voting district for absentee voting pur- Chippewa Tribe and Reservation ate your become my passion. requirements. poses without actually residing Tribunal rendering Decision). support. One goal I want to accomplish Section 1.6. Voter Eligibility. within a different district on his/ July 8 (or within 3 days upon Migwech, is to ensure the job descrip- 1.6(A). Judging Qualifications. her reservation of enrollment for receipt of Notice to Appeal): tions of all the RBC members Each Band governing body will at least thirty (30) consecutive Record of contest forwarded to Wayne are followed. The Chairman be the sole judge of the constitu- days immediately preceding the Court of Election Appeals. Dupuis position has the general supervi- tional qualifications of its voters election. July 12 (hearing within 7 days Vote Wayne Dupuis Jr. Chairman sion responsibility over the RBC and may, by official action, Section 1.7. Reservation Elec- notice of appeal). Last Day for June 14, 2016 members as outlined in I-64. delegate this responsibility to tion Boards and Election Contest Hearing on Appeal. STRATEGIC DIRECTION to June 2016 | Nah gah chi wa nong • Di bah ji mowin nan | Page 11 Election News focus our collective vision: doctors, lawyers, nurses, scien- Lac Chair. We’ve focused on maintain- cessfully building these areas; In order for the Reservation and tists, artists and teachers but we Miigwech ing long term financial stabil- however, there is much more to our enterprises to sustain and also need to invest in our future ity and efficient accountable be done and I am ready for the grow we need to operate strategi- plumbers, mechanics, electri- Reservation operations. With the tasks. cally and invest our money into cians, and other occupational Cloquet District I purchase of radio stations and Thank you, it has been and will programs and services that are in fields. There is a great need to the introduction of a broadband be an honor to again to be your our best interests, with equitable invest in a management-training Wally Dupuis system, these operations will District I Representative as we distribution of resources and program, a program that will only prove financial stability in continue to build on our success- with clearly defined expecta- help our Band member employ- Dear Fond years to come. We have proudly es and face future challenges. tions. We can set our expecta- ees take over leadership posi- du Lac Band added hundreds of acres to our Please feel free to call, text, or tions high, and envision a future tions with the skills, knowledge members: land base, as well as numerous inbox me on Facebook. with quality education, health and experience to succeed. homes in an effort to address our Respectfully, care, housing, youth program- ENCOURAGE PARTICIPATION Thank you increasing housing needs. Our Wally Dupuis ming, elder programming and from our Band membership: for your par- assisted living, veteran’s sup- (218) 428-9828 (cell) careers. As your tribal Chair- Expecting elected officials to ticipation and portive housing, and supportive RE-ELECT WALLY DUPUIS, man, I propose to implement the solve problems and address overwhelm- housing have been utilized to DISTRICT I!!!!!! Strategic Plan that was devel- community concerns without ing support in their fullest capacity and have oped through focus groups and Band member participation is the recent Fond du Lac Reserva- been a welcomed addition to our Vanessa L. Northrup community meetings as well as unrealistic. I propose to involve tion Primary Election. More im- inventory. surveys and build on this unified you, the Band members, to use portantly, thank you for choosing As your District I Representa- Boozhoo, vision with key priorities and your own voice and build upon me, Wally Dupuis, as your candi- tive for the past eight years and strategies to address them. The a culture of mutual responsibil- date in the Fond du Lac Reserva- your Chairman since November Here we key to successful implementation ity towards building our Fond tion General Election to be held 2015, I have gained a strong are! With will be ongoing communica- du Lac Reservation. This can be June 14, 2016. Your continued working knowledge of each your support tion with ALL Tribal members, accomplished through a variety support and encouragement is an or our programs, entities, and we advanced division directors, managers, of opportunities to get involved honor and is greatly appreciated. enterprises. I am confident we to the Gen- and employees. The plan will be including participating in com- With your ongoing support, have highly qualified staff in all eral Election. focused on economic diversifica- munity forums, task forces, and positive Reservation growth will our programs and enterprises. I Miigwech! tion, workforce development, advisory boards. We will practice continue into the future. With believe we’ve made good, sound You’ve allowed me the opportu- education and training, entre- transparency, so you know what my life and work experience, decisions. These decisions have nity to continue to work hard. preneurship for Band members, is happening in our programs along with my education and proven to be successful with When I obtained my Masters localization of products, services, and services; this is critical to career in Criminal Justice, my higher revenue numbers ever re- degree in Tribal Administration and food. building trust. I will provide focus has been and always will corded along with lower expense and Governance, I wanted to un- INVEST IN OUR PEOPLE and you with information about be, a safe and positive future for numbers. Although some choices derstand in depth how our Tribe they will invest in our homeland: our finances, and our programs Fond du Lac. we’ve made are not always the operates. I will find solutions We must invest our resources and services. I will also lead by I have committed my efforts to popular choice, we continually to situations that we continue into capacity building and example; I will respect and abide building and maintaining a safe focus on what will be for the to face as a people today. We investing in our most valuable by our traditional teachings that and health community through betterment of the Fond du Lac should not be in survival mode, resource, the people. It’s time to shape our code of ethics and encouraging and supporting Band. but thriving. We have the capa- set our members up to succeed. the rule of law. Together we will educational opportunities. We With all of these major accom- bilities. We can get there. In addition to helping our Band ensure equal voice and equal currently have more graduates plishments, we have also been During my work as a police of- members find jobs, we will assist distribution of resources. than ever. We have designed and successful in providing struc- ficer I responded to many calls of them in developing careers with I am grateful to everyone that implemented policies intended to tured organized activities for duty, some which hurt my heart. livable wages and businesses has participated in this election. protect Reservation interest, cul- all ages within our community I thought I could make a differ- that keep our economy local. Please contact me to talk about ture, language, and sovereignty. centers. Participation in these ac- ence but realized I was part of It’s time to invest and benefit these topics or others. I can be As such, we are now exercising tivities has grown to record. We the problem. I knew I needed to through educational opportuni- reached at (218) 310-7588 or by our rights in our 1837, 1842, and have promoted and supported make a career choice that would ties and provide avenues for email at waynedupuis1@msn. 1854 treaty areas. We’ve promot- programs specifically structured allow me to help our people mentorship and development to com. My Facebook page is as ed our language by the inclusion to involve our elders and to have more effectively. I wasn’t taking those who expand their knowl- follows; https://www.facebook. of Ojibwa language signage all a positive impact on our youth. care of problems; I was taking edge, skills, and abilities. Indeed, com/fonddulacelections/?fref=ts around our Reservation as well As your District I Representa- care of the outcome of something we need to invest in our future or Wayne Dupuis for Fond du as supported language camps. tive, I am committed to suc- deeper. I believe if we change Page 12 | Nah gah chi wa nong • Di bah ji mowin nan | June 2016 Election News the input into our society norms, • Cultural buildings My family and I are extremely Roger M. Smith Sr. in high regards, as they are the it will change the outcome. We • Expanding services to all committed to FDL! We engage Boozhoo District III Members, keepers of our past. They tell us have to be proactive not reac- people and support any community where we have come from and tive. We are not statistics that are • Taking care of our Elders and activity that is offered and pro- I would like the struggles we have endured as printed for the world to see. We children mote the overall well-being of to thank all a people. They are the keepers of are Anishinabeg and we have Brookston. We participate in of you that our teachings and why they are overcome atrocities that were With your support I will strive traditional and seasonal activities supported so important for our survival. I meant to eliminate us from the to promote the health and wel- that many Fond du Lac’ers do. me in the also hold the same high regards human race. We are strong and fare of our Tribe. Together we Day to day life stays very busy Primary to our Youth, as they are the ingenious and this is what needs can do this Fond du Lac. for our family on East Pine. I am Election. keepers of our future and our to be told. Vote Vanessa L. Northrup Tues- very familiar with the needs of I am now survival as Anishinabe. For these I attended a two-year program day, June 14, 2016. Miigwech our community and will work respectfully reasons I will continue to sup- called Rebuilding Native Na- hard to have these needs met. asking for your support in the port and protect programs that tions. During this time, I studied Over the years, I have observed General Election as we focus will ensure that the Elders and current issues that all of Indian Brookston how our former representatives on building a safe and healthy Youth have a safe and healthy Country face and recognized Representative III have represented our community. Brookston Community and a environment. a pattern. The issues were the I believe we have a strong base stronger Fond du Lac. I am currently a Deputy Sheriff same or similar. Our challenge Phillip J. and can continue to build upon I will be committed to address- with St. Louis County Sher- as a group was to identify these their hard work. A few concerns iff’s Office and have been with Savage ing the safety concerns in our issues and begin to rebuild our regarding our area are activi- communities and work with them for 11 years (1999-2004; Boozhoo Tribal nations. I understand ties, culture continuity, drugs, Band members to make sure 2010-present). I was the first Brookston: Indian Country receives funding education, employment, housing, all areas are safe, that all goals Chief of Police for Fond du Lac from sources for our programs. safety, and self-sufficiency. We set are achieved by us. We will Police Department and tasked Miigwech They also dictate how we run also have an expansive, remote be aggressive at addressing the with creating a Law Enforcement for the honor them. We have to change this area that could utilize improved drug epidemic that is killing our Agency from the ground up. of your vote practice and redesign them to and coordinated services to all. people, separating our families, While District III Representa- into the District III General work for all of us. My plan to overcome these is- and destroying our communities, tive (2004-2008) I had served on Election! I would like to ask Another concern I have is sues is to work with YOU! I will We will focus on employment, several boards and task forces. I for your support on June 14th. for our off Reservation Band bring all of Brookstons’ voices employee advancement, and was the first Fond du Lac Band BROOKSTON LIVES MATTER! members and families. They back to be heard. WE can and training opportunities of our member to be elected by Tribal Let’s do this… are not included in many of our will continue to be the strong Band members. This will give Leaders in the Midwest Region to My name is Phillip Jeffery Sav- community affairs and often feel Brookston community that I Band members the means to sup- serve as the Alternate Midwest age. I am from one of the oldest left out. As Anishinabeg people have always known. NO ONE port and care for their families. Area Vice President on the NCAI families first established in the we are one, there is power in can take that from us. EVERY- This will also ensure that it is Executive Board and Midwest Brookston District – the Bear- numbers and strength that comes ONE is of value and has input. I Band members in leadership Region Representative for the grease family. My parents are Jeff with expanding our relationships am an accountable, honest, and positions. NCAI/White House Metham- and Sandi (Sandman) Savage. I beyond imaginary boundaries. caring man. The only promise I We will always fight to protect phetamine Task Force, Minnesota have a wife (Alyssa) of 21 years When we lose any of our people will make is that I WILL stay that our Sovereignty that protects our Indian Affairs Council- Veterans and two children (Dylan, 17 and they take with them teachings same individual. I WILL repre- traditions, language, hunting/ Affairs, MCT Sub-committee’s Alyza, 12). that should be shared amongst sent our community in the best fishing/gathering rights and for Health and Human Services I have a Business Degree from all of us. Imagine an Elder manner at work and personally, our way of life. I will fight to and Education. LIEC committee’s FDLTCC and will be furthering who has first hand life experi- as I always have… Miigwech for have protections so our natural in Cloquet and St. Louis County my education at UMD. I have ences. We may never know their your time! resources are not threatened by School Districts. I have sat on worked for FDL my entire life journey if it is not shared, when BROOKSTON LIVES MATTER! outside entities. This needs to be the On-Reservation Conservation in various capacities. Currently, they pass they take with them MAKE YOUR VOICE BE HEARD! done so our 7th generation will Committee. My family regularly I work as the Brookston Center a library of knowledge. Every A VOTE FOR PHILLIP SAVAGE strive. I have exercised our rights attends powwows. I am a Men’s Lead Maintenance and Security. person has a gift to offer, they ON JUNE 14TH IS A VOTE FOR in both the 1837 and 1854 Ceded Traditional Dancer, Eagle Staff During college, I was elected should be embraced and not US ALL! Territories. I understand the Carrier, and Eagle Whistle Car- as Secretary/Treasurer of the pushed further away from us. [email protected] importance of those rights. I will rier. Anishinaabe Student Congress. My current concerns: (218) 730-8236 support and recommend that our I can be reached at (218) 428- In 2012, I complete the Blandin • Checks and balances within 3685 Teal Drive Band membership be fully aware 4031; smith_roger5317@yahoo. Community Leadership Program. our Tribal government, includ- of any and all negotiations with com or on Facebook. I currently am Chair of the Clo- ing a separation of powers Enbridge and seek your input. Roger M. Smith Sr. quet JOM Committee and sit on • Economic growth I will always hold our Elders the LIEC board as well. June 2016 | Nah gah chi wa nong • Di bah ji mowin nan | Page 13 August 18, 1853 – Arrival at the Old Village of Fond du Lac – Part 2

Research by Christine Carlson shaken all around –“BooZoos” the envious moon. Her costume loo is about to take place.-- On been removed, and none are said—and we feel perfectly at is civilized, and she has been they come; all the disposable the worse for this attempt. orthern Jottings---No. home. A more promiscuous educated at some Mission on forces are marching across the Down the river we glide along, 10 - Fond du Lac--- In- sight perhaps was never seen. the Lake. meadow in true Indian style, the moon’s pale beams are Ndian Life, &c. Bloomer hats midst Indian Now a merry party of natives with beating shield and drum shooting over the edge of yon- Milwaukee Daily Sentinel of head-dresses, silks and satins, visit the steamboat to inspect and rattle. A warrior and der swell of land, and change September 21, 1853 broadcloth, blankets and deer its wonders. Lucille will not feathered brave is at their head, the amber waters round us Fond du Lac boasts of no skins; the dusky children of the take the captain’s arm. His lady naked and painted to the buff; into liquid gold. How quiet and dock, and the “Ward” is lying woods, and the spoilt sons and passengers have whispered in a long sash of meadow grass lovely is the scene. How like en- as near the green bank of the daughters of civilized life—all her ear, and the laugh is loud is tied about his loins, and chantment appears in the soft river, as the depth will permit. together, and all harmonious, and genial as she takes the arm hangs floating in his rear. He light of night each green island, The afternoon is glorious, the emblematic of that good time of Mr. Livermore, and the gal- moves stealthily as a cat, as if wooded point and grove, which village lies before us in all its when wars shall cease, and the lant captain blushingly retires. each bush and blade of grass pleased us so much by day. strange array of log and bark rumors of wars be heard no Quite a busy time has sprung contained an enemy. Old Chin- Homeward bound Indians dart houses.—Yonder a busy fam- more forever; when man shall up between red and whites, goos, dressed in a military coat, in light canoes from bayous ily are erecting a mound-like meet his brother man, the side and pipes, otter skins, bear’s issues from a lodge, and with filled with rice, and like dusky edifice of birch bark, and it world over, in bonds of unity claws, belts, moccasins, canoes the 2d chief joins the band. spirits disappear. A fishing rapidly approaches completion and affection. A young pa- &c. readily bring their market Now they advance in a series of party embowered in trees, on beneath their nimble hands. poose, attached to his mother’s value. I made a trade with old gyrations, each warrior shaking a point of romantic beauty, The dusky population, old and back in a basket of solid bead “Chingoop,” the head chief, for himself furiously, and yell- come forth to see us, and look young, male and females, large work, attracts universal attrac- his finest pipe, and shall keep ing like incarnate fiends. The wild and Rembrandt like, as and small, are crouching on tion from the ladies, and many it remembrance of the “old chiefs are seated on the ground, their fire lights up each swarthy the green sward in picturesque a fair lip is pressed against the boy” till I see him again. Mr. beating time with music wild form. attitudes. Kinnekinic is suffer- youngster’s cheek, who bears Godfrey a young Indian trader, as the dance rages furiously The “Ward” has accomplished ing some in long-stemmed red it like a hero. He is to sit in the leaves us here, it being his place around them. Tomahawks, about one half the river route, stone pipes; faces are wreathed council and direct the affairs of of business. He is perfectly guns, knives, and pistols, are and is now threading her with comfortable smiles, and his tribe one of these days, if familiar with all the western brandished high in the air, and way through one of the many the settlement appears highly the Great Spirit wills it, and his tribes, their habits, customs, the grass is beat with prodi- lake-like sheets of water, which elated in view of the “good” mother is a proud woman; her and language; comes of a stock gious energy, Chingoos and his render the St. Louis at intervals time coming. dark eye glistens as she receives that has been famous in its aid now lend a hand, or rather so beautifully unique in its Our decks are crowded, and congratulations from her fair day and generation; is a smart a foot, and a new impetus is appearance. Our good boat has now begins a comical scene, sisters. fellow and a unique character given to the performance, till worked herself into 3 ½ feet from the effects of which my Some stroll to the little burial in his way. He was the fountain the scene becomes really, fear- water, and fast wedged in the ribs have not yet recovered. An ground near by to see sun head from whence flowed most fully wild; and the whole was mud. orange thrown with consider- bleached Sioux scalps flap- of the facts connected with this brought to a grand climax by able force among the crowd ping in the wind, and the rude region, and many on board a chorus of the most unearthly Comparing the story with the opens the ball; now an apple graves of warriors and “couriers gleaned interesting items from yells which still ring in my ears. 1850 Census of the Fond du spits on the head of a forward des bois,” whole lives might him of wild Indian life and The juvenile population seemed Lac Band juvenile who misses the catch; have filled a book of wild and backwood’s experience, told in in their element, and danced The 1850 census for the Fond a perfect shower of crackers daring deeds; but they died a vein of rough humor peculiar and yelled outside the circle. du Lac Band has 187 families and pennies follow, and the fun unsung, and to the world un- to himself, which those who The “Ward” has her bow with a total of 557 people on waxes fast and furious. “There known. Others visit the North listened to him will not soon down stream and is slowly the roll. Family number 1 is is racing and chasing” and American Fur Company, and forget. moving onward; the head brave Chief Shingoob with 1 man, 1 rattling and tumbling in Fond the various lodges scattered Supper is over, and a change is going through a bit of violent woman, and 3 children. There du Lac for these miscellaneous round. We learn that a party has come over the late peaceful oratory, which has a startling are 3 sub-chiefs and they are trifles. Each little imp gets up a of 40 braves have just taken and happy village. Fire water effect. They rush to their guns, listed and spelled as Mongoos- most unearthly yell on his own the war path into the Sioux has been procured some how and plunging helter skelter over it, Ahnemahsung, and Nah- account, and black eyes shine, country, and in all probability on board, and circulates freely the meadow, are after us. One gonub. Also in this story is a and white teeth are displayed to “fur will fly” before their return. among its male inhabitants leads the rest, and has two man named Godfrey and in the great advantage. Leaning against yonder door (the only dark feature in our guns on his shoulders. Reaching census there is a Louis Godfrey But a stake is driven in the post, with modest mien and trip.) Wild figures dart to and the margin of the river, not 50 so this could be the man. This ground, a hawser is made fast, down cast eyes, is Lucille, the fro warhoops are given, and feet from our crowded decks, he census is for the Minn. and and our boats work their way belle of Fond du Lac. She is a excitement rules the hour; and deliberately stoops and snaps Wisc. area and not just the old by it to the land, crowded with half-breed, and as pretty a crea- it is whispered that a grand them both at us, but thanks to village of Fond du Lac. eager live freight.- Hands are ture ever exposed her beauty to dance, a real Indian hullaba- the women, the priming has Page 14 | Nah gah chi wa nong • Di bah ji mowin nan |June 2016

School News Superintendent's news Outdoor Edventures from Jennifer Johnson program ond du Lac Ojibwe school Then, in late April, the group vis- Aaniin/Boozhoo nindawemaganidok staff, Jill Goodreau and Katie ited Gooseberry Falls State Park to FBuckholtz, created an outdoor complete an “Amazing Race” activ- ongratulations to the FDLOS Class representatives are listed on our school’s exploration group at the school this ity. Students were given clues to find of 2016! webpage. I look forward to working year. After receiving a grant through a location in the park. Once they C There are so many things to with the school board to obtain all the the Northland Foundation, the dream deciphered the clue and reached their reflect upon this past school year. I’m goals they set for our students to achieve of an Outdoor Edventures program destination a challenge awaited them. grateful for how well our students and the school’s vision statement. It truly became a reality for high school stu- One task had students completing staff work as a team. FDLOS staff really takes an entire community to raise our dents. Fond du Lac Human Services water testing at Lake Superior and excels at pitching in and doing whatever children! Prevention/Inter- the Gooseberry River it takes to help not only the students It’s been exciting becoming the new vention program with Deanna from but each other as well. Chi miigwech! I superintendent. I enjoy working with also played a key the Lake Superior hope you read all of our children and build- role by providing National Estuarine the exciting newslet- ing relationships with transportation and Research Reserve. ters that highlight the them and their families. extra supervision. Shannon Kesner, 2015-2016 school year. Hopefully, I will have the Late winter, stu- Rick Gitar, and Chi miigwech, to opportunity to see our dents traveled to Shannon Judd from everyone that helped students and families at Wolf Ridge Envi- Fond du Lac Natu- make our school year community events over ronmental Learning ral Resources ran a a successful one. I the summer! Center to participate wilderness first aid am extremely proud Hopefully, we will be in a winter sur- station in which stu- of our students and offering a Summer School vival class. After dents were required staff. program this year. Please a mock bus crash, to identify medicinal I am truly grateful to call for more information students learned plants and use what our dedicated staff for or if you have any ques- what things were they could find to the endless hours of tions. Also remember to most important dur- make a leg splint. support that they give fill out and turn in enroll- ing survival. Next, Not all stations were to our students. This ment packets for next students hiked 1.5 serious, students year we implemented school year. miles into a valley also had to call for a new reading program and created stu- A heartfelt Miigwech to all the stu- with their limited Big Foot and take a dent learning goals which enable us to dents, parents/guardians, staff, and survival gear (a tarp, a length of selfie with him when he appeared, focus on individual skill building areas community members who contributed to twine, a piece of dry birch bark, and run a crazy obstacle course, and eat for our students. It is our hope that by make this year successful and unforget- 10 matches). Upon arrival, groups chocolate covered bugs. having this individual focus that we will table… dispersed into the woods to build a We are excited to finish our school see results that help our overall student Gigawaabamin shelter, start a fire, and boil snow in year with trips to go kayaking on the achievement. order to make hot chocolate for each Brule River, complete the high ropes In addition, FDL School Board is Jennifer Johnson team member. As added pressure, the challenge course at the University of working on a five year strategic plan to Fond du Lac Ojibwe School teams competed against each other to Wisconsin – Superior, build rockets at improve our school for our students and Superintendent see which group could work together Fond du Lac Tribal and Community staff. If you have any ideas or sugges- Office Ph. (218) 878-7284 and accomplish these tasks first. Ed- College, and a two-night camping trip tions please contact your district school Cell Ph. (218) 591-2083 die DeFoe, Treshawn Brown, Gabriel near Ely to visit the Ojibwe picto- board representative. The school board [email protected] LaDeaux, and DaQuawn McCray won graphs. The group hopes to continue the competition. the adventures next year. June 2016 | Nah gah chi wa nong • Di bah ji mowin nan | Page 15

School News The Seventh Grade Scoop 8th Grade News By Mrs. Dinger where the students were able to t has been a great school year. Our 8th first hand his experience through the foster learn more about conservation graders participated in most of the An- care system in Owatanna, Minn. Miigwech his has been my first year and taking care of our natural Iishinaabe Quiz Bowl competitions from to Peter Razor who has offered his time and working at the Fond du Lac resources. Also in science, we around the state. The students will make presence for our students. TOjibwe School, and it was spent time learning about the great participants in the future and have There are several opportunities for our my pleasure to teach the seventh human body systems, and how learned a great deal by attending the com- 8th grade this summer at FDLTCC. They grade students this year. The stu- our bodies function. In Language petitions. A lot of the artwork upstairs, both will have the opportunity to attend the dents have done a nice job adapt- Arts, the students read numerous in English and Ojibwemowin, has been cre- Nandagikendan Leadership Academy. Some ing to changes in the classroom novels, learned about point of ated by our eighth grade. Two of our eighth of our students have signed up for CYFAR including starting the school year view and author’s purpose, and graders spent most of the time for sugar which is an ongoing after school program with Ms. Monnier, switching to also worked on creating a movie bush helping Marcus gather and prepare through FDLTCC that helps with academ- me in October, studying Science based on the book The Outsid- Anishinaabe ziinziibakwad-waboo. (Maple ics and provides positive activities for them with Mr. Rock first quarter, and ers with Ms. Dupuis. We also sap) They were dedicated and most of all such as cooking. Miigwech to Tara Graves then with me for the remainder studied United States History this excited learners for this year’s sugar bush and Emily Kleuss for sharing the opportuni- of the year, and, more recently, year, and are looking forward to harvest. Miigwech Marcus Ammesmaki and ties with us. beginning to study Language visiting Fort Snelling at the end of the students that dedicated their time to this It has been a pleasure to be the 8th grade Arts with Ms. Danielle Dupuis. May to see first-hand some of the year’s very successful sugar bush. teacher this year. We have a bright future, Throughout the transitions, the history we have read and learned At the end of May our 8th grade class will our young people face challenges everyday students have responded well, about. take a trip to meet Peter Razor the author and they will make great future leaders. and are demonstrating a growing During sugar bush, the students of While the Locus Slept. This will be an Miigwech to the students, parents, families, maturity. Eighth grade marks the and I learned some of the Ojibwe exciting trip because Peter Razor is a Fond and guardians for having me a part of your beginning of more transitions as words commonly used in the du Lac Band member and he will tell us daily lives this past year! the students begin to see more of sugar bush camp (Iskigamizigan), the high school teachers during and created a dictionary. The their day, and given the success students will receive their own that the students have demon- copies of our dictionary at the end strated this year, I anticipate that of the year. Many of the seventh the students will do well with this grade students were leaders in change. helping with the sugar bush this Both the students and I have year, and I was very proud of learned from each other this their leadership skills displayed in Parent Advisory Group year, and I appreciate all of them. this endeavor. We have had the opportunity to I have truly enjoyed working Please join us at the next Parent Advisory participate in the River Watch with the seventh grade students. Program coordinated by Courtney They have been very helpful in Group meeting. Parents, guardians, and commu- Kowalczak, the Environmental teaching me some of the Ojibwe nity members are welcome. The meeting is June Institute Director at Fond Du words and traditions. While 7 at 12 p.m. at the FDL Ojibwe School. Lunch, Lac Tribal Community College. teaching them, I have also learned We went out to the Fond du from them, and I am grateful. incentives, and school involvement provided. Lac Creek, collected and tested Each of the students has wonder- samples of the water, as well as ful qualities that they contributed identified numerous organisms to our class, and will contribute to which we found living in the wa- the world as they grow, and it was ter. This spring, we attended the my privilege to be their teacher River Watch Congress at FDLTCC, this year. Page 16 | Nah gah chi wa nong • Di bah ji mowin nan |June 2016

School News SmartBoards E-Learning By Charles Hilliard, appears on the screen. It is is regarded by both student By Charles Hilliard, mation see http://www.aibl. eLearning/Technology hoped that quick-and-easy- and teacher as merely another ELearning/Technology org/ ). Coordinator to-use reference tools such as teaching and learning tool no Coordinator As mentioned in an earlier this will increase a student’s different than chalk and chalk- article, this summer will see ou may already be comprehension of the text. board once was regarded. It ow! Another some exciting improvements aware that each class- The elementary grade class- is our hope that this plan will school year has to the school’s website. Yroom in the school is rooms have begun working to help our students gain tech- Wcome to an end. These improvements will al- equipped with a SmartBoard use the tablet computers as an nological soft skills needed in Once again, students utiliz- low the school to easily share that allows teachers to deliver aid to help students practice today’s digital world. ing our eLearning program more of what’s happening at digital instructional content basic content skills. What’s This summer will see some have been successful. The the school with the commu- to our students. Research evi- important to note is that by us- exciting improvements to program has provided stu- nity. In addition, the web- dence has demonstrated that ing the tablets in this manner, the school’s website. These dents with a means of recov- site’s navigational links will this method of delivery serves it allows our students to spend improvements will allow the ering high school credits for be expanded and simplified as an aid to increasing student some of their instructional school to easily share more the past seven years. so users can gain quick and engagement in the material. time honing their individual of what’s happening at the In early April six of our easy access to the informa- Our high school English skills in content areas where school with the community. In high school students, accom- tion they are looking for. If classes have started using testing data has revealed they addition, the website’s naviga- panied by myself and Maria you have any suggestions e-readers in the classroom. may need practice. This meth- tional links will be expanded Defoe, traveled to Phoenix, for content you would like The e-readers will eventually od of instruction is aimed at and simplified so users can Ariz. to participate in the to see on our website, please replace traditional printed targeting a student’s individual gain quick and easy access to American Indian Business feel free to email them to material. This digital tool al- learning needs at his or her the information they are look- Leader’s Conference (AIBL). the school’s Superintendent lows students to interact with individual level of skills. ing for. If you have any sug- The knowledge gained at Jennifer Johnson at Jennifer- text in ways not possible in Our plan is to continue to gestions for content you would the conference by these [email protected]. printed material. For instance, increase the classroom teach- like to see on our website students will help to serve as Next year, we will continue if a student encounters a word ers’, as well as the individual please feel free to email them a resource to their peers as to expand the 1:1 digital that they are unfamiliar with student’s, use of technology to the school’s Superintendent FDLOS works to establish an learning opportunities offered all they need to do is highlight for instruction and subsequent Jennifer Johnson at Jennifer- active chapter of AIBL in the in grades K-8 through the the word and the definition learning to the point that it [email protected]. 2016/2017 school year in the use of tablet computers. In hopes that this experience addition, we will be provid- will help students with an ing in-depth instruction on Dewe’igan Class interest in pursuing business the use of various software related careers find success. applications via the planned From the AIBL website— purchase of a mobile com- “At the heart of AIBL is the puter lab that will be used desire to serve students in grades K-8. Our goal is to by providing business and provide all students at FDLOS entrepreneurship education, with the technological soft leadership development train- skills they will need to be ing, and necessary support successful in an ever-chang- for young men and women ing career arena. who aspire to pursue stud- ies and careers in business, entrepreneurship, and related disciplines,” (For more infor- June 2016 | Nah gah chi wa nong • Di bah ji mowin nan | Page 17

School News Things for your 1st grader to do Aki giizhigad Mrs. Sautbine and Mr. Anderson to maintain the skills they acquired he second graders at Fond du students collected worm food and throughout the year. So, below is a list Lac Ojibwe School have been transported it to the worm bin shed. Boozhoo, of suggestions you can try with your Tlearning about During Earth Day on child to help them build on what they helping our environ- Apr. 22, our students also he end of the school year is have learned and to start the next year ment. Thanks to Shan- participated in a school- upon us and what a year it has strong. non Judd from FDL wide clean up. Grocery been! The 1st grade has done • Have your child read to you or Environmental Educa- bags were decorated with T tion, students par- an Earth Day theme and many activities to enrich their learning. someone All the subjects had the Ojibwe culture • Have them find a cozy spot to read ticipated in feeding the were distributed to cus- integrated at times to enhance the 5-10 minutes on a daily basis compost worms that tomers at the FDL Gas & classroom environment. The students • Play board or card games are housed on site. Caf- Grocery. These activities seem to have enjoyed activities such • Pass out various coins to be counted eteria food wastes from helped support themes in as sugar bush, bartering role play, and • Point out signs and billboards to be the school lunches are our new reading series: many more. We’ve had several guests read used for this purpose. How can we protect the come strolling through our classes • Make various paper airplanes and Students have learned Earth, and Why is team- that the students got a kick out of and measure flying distances to sort their items into work important. We are a few with reoccurring visits like the • Go for a walk and skip count. food and non-food waste bins. Twice a proud of our students for practicing Protecting You group and Shannon Miigwech for sending your child to month, Mrs. Martin’s and Mrs. Smith’s these life-long skills. Judd. We all know summer brings the Ojibwe School. Have a great sum- beautiful weather and the kids need to mer! take advantage of it, but they also need Cooking Class Mr. Boyd’s Fourth Grade: his year was filled with some fun and Reading when we’re talking about activities including our outdoor specific places. The kids’ eyes light Tadventures with Ms. Shannon up when they say, “Hey, Mr. Boyd…I from Natural Resources for our Science know where that is!” The students curriculum, growing our own potatoes, are also working currently on a state learning about cloud formations, and report and will have to give a persua- starting up the Fond du Lac Phenol- sive speech to the class along with a ogy Page. For our Phenology Page we presentation of their individual state. I went out every other week to the same have watched them grow in their confi- spot to take pictures of Gaawaandag dence, their grasp of concepts, and also (Spruces), the Red Pine (bapakwa- in their academic lives throughout our nagemag), Birch Tree (wiigwaas), even year together and cannot wait to see saw a muskrat (wazhashk), some holes how much more they grow throughout in trees from our friend the woodpecker their school years at the Fond du Lac (baapaase), and found some partridge Ojibwe School. Onward and Upward (bine) feathers. Mr. Boyd’s Fourth graders for the 2015- We also have learned about the fifty 16 academic year. states and their capitals which have come in quite handy for our Science Page 18 | Nah gah chi wa nong • Di bah ji mowin nan | June 2016

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cross country, and track and field teams by the purchase of new uniforms (self Ojibwemowin Athletics next year! esteem). We did have a couple upsets Go Ogichidaag! regarding players and player parents not 5th, 6th, 7th, Boys basketball: happy with some of the coaching strate- It was a good season, with a lot of ups 2015-2016 volleyball gies but what fun would it be if we didn’t 9th, & 10th and downs, but over all a good year! The wrap-ups have challenges? We also had a lot of boys ended their season 14-14, and made Coach Dale Sautbine positive parent involvement and support, Grades it to the sections semi-finals for the third he 2015 season was the stron- your attendance was greatly noticed by year in a row! While we are definitely gest, most competitive team I the team. Boozhoo, going to miss our seniors Lester Wil- have ever coached. The addition I am fortunate to have a great assistant T liamson, Nakyle Misquadace, and Justin of Cloquet teammates gave us the edge coach. Shawn Boyd really stepped up this he last few months in Brown, we are excited for the new talent we’ve needed in quite some time to be a last season because of shoulder surgery I Ojibwemowin there that is rising up through the ranks. powerhouse amongst the native schools had just before the season started so he have been many vic- T and public schools, Earl scheduled games was the demonstration model during our tories. We held a sugar bush Girls basketball: with schools that provided a higher level practices. I am looking forward to next here at the school, where the The girls ended their season 8-10. It was of competition and phased out some that season students tapped 115 trees, a good season for the girls too. were traditionally blowouts. and boiled the sap down into We are very excited at possibly adding, On court appearance was enhanced maple syrup. The students were able to learn how to talk about tapping the trees and the sap boiling process in the S.C.U.B.A. language. They also learned a n May 1, Eddie Defoe and Jacob Visitors to the aquarium had full view of traditional story about where Reynolds took the opportunity to the fish in addition to the SCUBA divers the sugar bush comes from and O“SCUBA Dive with the Sharks” and snorkelers during their swim. held a feast behind the school and 12 other students in grades 3–12, For SCUBA divers sharks are not your after the boiling process was “Snorkeled with the Fish” at the Sea life primary concern in the water. In our complete. Aquarium in the Mall of America. pre-dive briefing we were warned of After sugar bush was over, Traveling by bus the hazard we faced by students worked on their to the Mall, we all the ‘friendly’ sea turtles. knowledge of Ojibwe grammar. arrived eager to jump Turtles explore with their We did many exercises includ- in and swim with the beaks and they have tropical critters. Par- enough power to crush ing listening to recordings of ticipants for the shark your arm with those things. fluent speakers, and reading dive needed to be cer- Our focus changed. stories. Currently we are work- tified SCUBA divers As for the snorkelers, ing on understanding how to and at least 16 years I’m not sure if anyone told A big thank you goes out to Donna Ennis, say things in first and second of age. Mary Jane them they would be shar- Cloquet Community Center manager, Jen person as well as their plural Eagle, 5th grader, is ing the tank with several Johnson, FDLOS Superintendent, Barb suffixes, and the past and a certified diver but 4 foot long sand sharks. I Dahl FDLOS cook, along with several future tenses. being only 11, she think you’ll need to talk to teachers and parent chaperones who If you have any question had to settle for the one of them directly about without their assistance this opportunity please feel free to contact me snorkeling experience as did several other that experience. never would have materialized. Fourteen at (218) 878-7238 students who have not yet completed Everyone should be proud of how well young people encountered tropical fish Miigwech Aapiji! their SCUBA training. Snorkelers were these young people represented them- and sharks up close and personal, doing required to be swimmers, comfortable selves. They displayed maturity and re- something that relatively few people in in the water, and adventurous enough to spect for the staff at the aquarium as well the world ever get a chance to do. enter the aquariums exhibit tanks where as the parents and other adults chaperon- Miigwech! 75 varieties of tropical fish are on display. ing the trip. June 2016 | Nah gah chi wa nong • Di bah ji mowin nan | Page 19

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2016 – 2017 Teachers have taken time dents competed to be school to set goals for students and royalty. They wrote essays The Plane Enrollment keep students informed of and danced. Darnell Diver Enroll now for the 2016- he Zenith STOL CH750 air- operations, and developed an goals when testing comes was crowned Senior Brave; plane building project has understanding of unique aviation 2017 Fond du Lac Ojibwe around. This seems to en- Antonio Northrup Junior progressed at a steady pace terminology. School year. We have had a courage students to try their Brave; Star Shabaiash Senior T during this second school year that Right now Mariah Staples has wonderful year at the Fond hardest and beat their last Princess; and Alle’jha Mar- it’s been initiated. Students from proved herself to be the most du Lac Ojibwe School. We score. As the year comes to tinez was crowned Junior grades 3–12 have participated in skilled pilot, compiling the highest look forward to serving you an end it is time to celebrate Princess. They represented number of suc- and your family next year! the growth these students the school as royalty at its construc- Pick up enrollment forms have achieved and keep numerous powwows and tion at various cessful land- for grades K-12 at the school students motivated through- events. times, levels ings. Students or on-line at fdlrezk12.com out the summer to continue Students also participated and capacities. are challenged Current class size is reach- learning. in the Community Warmth However, Cort- to touch down ing capacity. We would like Next year will see a few Project where they helped nee DeFoe’s 5th and bringing you to retain your child’s more changes to help at the armory and handed grade class has the CH750 to continued enrollment at our students achieve their out items to people in need. proved them- a stop on a se- school. Your promptness math goals. All students, During Biboon the 8th-12th selves to be the lected runway. in this matter is greatly ap- kindergarten through 7th grade students transformed most consistent If the landing is preciated. All new students grade, will be on the online the elementary hallway to and enthusiastic accomplished, MUST include a copy of program MobyMax so they simulate walking thru the participants to they receive his/her birth certificate. Any can strengthen their skills pages of the book Brown date. a balsa wood questions please call (218) at their own pace. Students, Bear, Brown Bear, What do It has been a rubber band 878-7241. 8th grade through 11th You See? by Bill Martin Jr. delight working powered air- Students entering Kinder- grade, will also have a new At the Biboon Celebration with eager stu- plane to build garten must be five years online component for re- students helped Santa hand old by September 1, 2016. dents excited to and fly. Mariah view. Based on the amazing out treats to the younger be getting actual has relieved things staff and students are children. During Ziigwan hands on build- me of about six End of the year doing this year, next year students have been taking ing experiences models so far. college courses and earn- should be even better. with this all The local pilot math update ing their Certified Nursing metal airplane community This year has seen some Assistant certificates. The Gifted and kit. has also taken amazing things happen in students in the Gifted and The popularity interest in the math throughout the school, talented news Talented program have been including a new program Boozhoo, involved in many enrich- of this airplane project and that helps students on The Fond du Lac Ojibwe ment activities that have has allowed it recently visited individual skills that need School students in the enhanced their skills and to be featured the “hangar” improvement. Through Gifted and Talented program abilities. If you would like on the computer to view the hard work on everyone’s have participated in a wide further information about flight simulator airplane’s prog- part, the school saw growth variety of engaging and the Fond du Lac Ojibwe software pro- ress. Several for math in every grade. enriching projects through- School’s Gifted and Talented gram, X-Plane10 people compli- The growth kindergarten out the 2015-2016 school program please call Sharon Global. In addi- mented me on through 4th grade has been year. During Dagwaagin the Belanger at (218) 878-7274 tion to students the students outstanding! As students students attended the We or email me at sharonbe- building the airplane, they have involvement and the school’s get older there is a smaller Day “Making a Difference” [email protected]. Miig- also been using the X-Plane simu- willingness to take on such an growth, but the scores conference in Minneapolis wech to all the students and lator tool to learn how to fly it. ambitious endeavor. of the older students are to learn about helping in the staff who have helped During this process they have been Congratulations students on your higher than they have been their community. At the them! introduced to the aircraft’s flight work and dedication. in the last few years. Dagwaagin powwow stu- systems, become aware of airport Page 20 | Nah gah chi wa nong • Di bah ji mowin nan | June 2016

School News FDLOS Suicide Prevention Ojibwe School Food Service TXT4Life is a suicide prevention resource that Barb Dahl, for the students and staff for the workers and especially my student helps with relationship issues, general mental Head Cook, Supervisor different holidays throughout the workers. health, and suicide. If you or someone you care year. I am sad to say I will be retir- My replacement is Holly Norick. about is experiencing any of these concerns, text t is hard to believe the school ing this summer after 12 years of She comes with a military back- “life” to 61222. A free trained counselor is available year is almost over. Where being the Head Cook, Supervisor ground and many years of cooking 24/7. If you believe that the person’s life is in dan- does the time go? We had here at the school. However, after experience. Holly will do a won- ger, call 911, as early intervention is vital (txt4life. I another great year in food service. 35 years in the food industry, it is derful job and says, “She enjoys org). The Fresh Fruit and Vegetable time for me to retire. I am look- the students and likes working Fond du Lac Ojibwe School students have been grant was a big hit. The students ing forward to spending time with here.” involved in the following activities over the 2015- from grades k-6 were served fresh 2016 school year: friends, and most importantly, I will be back to watch the boys • On October 10, 2015, eighteen students participat- fruits and vegetables daily for their spending time with my family basketball games and hope to be ed in the 7th Annual Suicide Awareness Memorial afternoon snack. I am happy to and grandchildren. My time at the a reading buddy to stay in contact Walk. Hundreds of community members walked say we received the grant again for Ojibwe School has been a time of with the kids. through Carlton, Minn. to show support for loved the next school year. learning about and participating in Hope everyone has a great sum- ones lost to suicide and to educate for suicide We had fun putting up decora- the Ojibwe traditions. I will miss mer! prevention. tions and making a special meal the students the most, my co- • On November 10, 2015, ten students attended the Annual TXT4Life Student Leadership Training at the Community Memorial Hospital in Cloquet, FDL Road Warriors Minn. Students from all over the state gained skills and knowledge in regards to peer suicide preven- Nick Thornton, Tuesday and Wednesday as part of around the Cloquet area. Later this tion. HS Social Studies the Cross Country/Track Training spring there will even be a 5K put During the months of March and April 2016, three afterschool club. The hope is that on for this group of runners. Dur- students participated in a weekly after school ver the last six weeks many by next year this can turn into hav- ing the Tuesday and Wednesday af- program called the HOPE Project. HOPE stands for students at the Fond du Lac ing Cross Country and Track and terschool activity there is an aver- Hold On Pain Ends. The group talked about suicide OOjibwe School have been Field as school sports. age of about 10 students in grades prevention concepts, self and social awareness, doing quite a bit more running. An Throughout the spring the stu- 6-12 each night and although the responsible decision making, and self care. The FDL afterschool activity created by Jill dents have run down Cartwright students might not say that they students along with others began developing a film Goodreau and myself, along with Road, trails at Pine Valley, and Jay enjoy it, it is obvious they are hav- based on the 7 teachings: Wisdom, Respect, Love, the help of Marella Martineau from Cooke, and stairs at Black Bear. ing some fun when taking a look Bravery, Honesty, Humility, and Truth. Prevention/Intervention, has had Also, the students have and will be at some of the photographs that • On May 2, 2016, Meghann Levitt from TXT4Life students running and participat- participating in a variety of runs, have been taken. provided suicide prevention strategies and con- ing in a variety of workouts every including 1 Mile and 5K races cepts to students in grades 7-12 at FDLOS. Stu- dents gained knowledge about what TXT4Life is and how to help a peer who is contemplating suicide. • On May 12, 2016, four students and others pre- sented suicide prevention information they learned from events they participated in at the 2016 An- nual TXT4Life Conference in Grand Rapids, Minn. Thank you to Prevention Intervention, Mino wii jii win, TXT4Life, FDL Ojibwe School staff, and lastly, a BIG THANK YOU to the youth in this community. You do great work! June 2016 | Nah gah chi wa nong • Di bah ji mowin nan | Page 21 FDL Law Enforcement news

The following is a summary of about one month of select police reports • Apr. 2 Report of a domestic • Apr. 13 Report of a cabin being • Apr. 23 Report of a disturbance Legal notice assault on Reservation Rd, one broken into and a number of at Black Bear Casino, reporting The following is a list of Band members who individual was arrested and items missing party said people were harass- have monies in trust with the Fond du Lac lodged at the Carlton County ing them and throwing things Band. We are requesting the Band member, or jail • Apr. 14 Report of an unwanted at them, all individuals were his/her heirs, if the Band member is deceased, person at the casino, they were warned contact the Fond du Lac Legal Affairs Office at • Apr. 3 Report of a domestic as- advised they were no longer 218-878-2632 or toll-free at 1-800-365-1613, to sault on Ozhigaw Rd, one indi- welcome and asked to leave, • Apr. 24 Officer’s received a call vidual was arrested and lodged they left without incident about an unwanted person at assist the Band in distributing the trust monies. at the Carlton County jail a residence, turned out there Unless a personal data form or heirship • Apr. 15 Officer’s stood by while was an active Domestic Abuse application has been filed with this office • Apr. 4 Officer’s assisted FDL an individual removed their No Contact Order (DANCO) within one year of this notice, the identified Housing in removing unwanted property from a residence in place between the involved funds will revert back to the Fond du Lac Band. parties from a residence, all parties so one was arrested and *The one year period commences with the first parties left without incident • Apr. 16 Driver was stopped and taken to the Carlton County jail publication. advised for a cracked wind- for the violation of the DANCO • Apr. 5 Report of a gas drive-off shield BAND MEMBERS WITH UNCLAIMED at FDLGG • Apr. 25 Report of a tree being • Apr. 17 Report of tools being down and partially across the PER CAPITA ACCOUNTS: • Apr. 6 Report of a dog possibly found along the roadway, they roadway, the tree was cleared ANKERSTROM, Arthur being poisoned on Scotty Dr. were brought to the police de- from the roadway partment for safe keeping *BELGARDE, Elias • Apr. 7 Report of horses running • Apr. 26 Officer’s received a re- CADOTTE, Daniel loose on Ditchbank Rd, horses • Apr. 18 Report of a gas drive- port of a beaver in a front yard; CICHY, Gerard were rounded up and returned off at FDLGG the beaver was captured and to their owner turned over to the DNR to be CICHY, Leslie • Apr. 19 Officer assisted a mo- released in another location CONNORS, Aurelious • Apr. 8 Driver was stopped and torist with a ride to get a spare CROWE, Mary Jo given a warning for no rear tire in order to fix his flat • Apr. 27 Report of a gas drive off DEFOE, Richard license plate light from FDLGG • Apr. 20 Report of an unwanted DIVER, Russell • Apr. 9 Report of a bike being individual at a residence, the • Apr. 28 Report of an assault, JOURDAIN, Melissa stolen from Pinewood Dr, bike unwanted party said they one party was taken to the INGALLS, Robert was located and returned to the had been ripped off trying to hospital for minor injuries and owner purchase drugs; they were the other was eventually ar- KING, Julie informed that they had to leave rested and taken to the Carlton LAPRAIRIE, Robert • Apr. 10 Officer assisted in get- and left without incident County jail MARTINEAU, Frances ting a 4-wheeler out of a ditch that it was stuck in • Apr. 21 Report of a dog running • Apr. 29 Report of careless driv- MARZINSKE, Larry at large, owner had been cited ing, owner of vehicle stated MILLER, James • Apr. 11 Driver stopped and cit- twice already for similar inci- they were giving their child PARKS, Margaret ed for speeding 80 mph in a 50 dences so the dog was taken to driving lessons, they were ROBERTS, Nina mph zone, and given a warning the shelter by conservation given a warning for no proof of insurance *SAVAGE, Kyle • Apr. 22 Report of a burglary at • Apr. 30 Officer’s assisted with SAVAGE, Mark • Apr. 12 Report of a dog running a residence, and multiple items traffic control for the Walk for SHAUL, Scott at large, owner was issued a were taken, the matter is under Child Abuse event. citation as this was an ongoing investigation TOPPING, Debra issue WAGNER, Elizabeth Page 22 | Nah gah chi wa nong • Di bah ji mowin nan | June 2016

Health News

Grilling Meats Herbed Dijon By Kara Stoneburner, RDLD, cooked product. Reserve a small • Flip meat with a spatula or tongs to Marinade and Public Health Dietitian portion of the marinade before avoid piercing the meat and letting Basting Sauce adding meat, if you plan to use it the juices run out. Flare-ups can (Yield: Makes about 1 cup) armer weather means as a sauce later. Marinades can be occur when the juices from the more barbeques! Grill- used for meat or veggies. Premade meat hit the flames. 3 Tbsp. olive oil Wing can be delicious and marinades are available at the gro- • Place tinfoil between the meat and 2 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar healthy if you keep a few things in cery store or you can whip together flame. Use caution when flipping 1/4 cup finely chopped shallots mind. your own concoction. See at the the meat to prevent the foil from 3 garlic cloves, finely minced Cooking meat at a high tempera- right two marinade recipes from being damaged and the juices drip- 3 Tbsp. Dijon mustard ture, like when grilling, can cre- the American Institute of Cancer ping into the flames. 2 Tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice ate substances called polycyclic Research. • Do not squirt starter fluid into the 1 Tbsp. grated lemon peel aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and • Pre-cook large cuts of meat in the flames while meats are cooking. 1 Tbsp. finely minced fresh thyme, or 1/2 heterocyclic amines (HCAs). These microwave, oven, or stove before Meat can easily become charred tsp. crushed dried thyme substances are carcinogens, meaning placing on the grill. This reduces when exposed to the higher and 3/4 tsp. crushed dried tarragon they have the potential to cause or the amount of time the meat needs hotter flames. increase the risk for cancer. to sit on the grill. Be sure to place • Cook in the center of the grill with In medium bowl, combine all ingredi- That does not mean you should the meat on a pre-heated grill im- the coals to the sides. ents. Pour half into plastic container with throw the grill away! Consider the mediately after pre-cooking. • If meat becomes charred, cut off lid to reserve for basting while grilling. following tips when grilling to reduce • Use lean cuts of meat and trim any the charred part before serving. Place other half of mixture into large the cancer risk. visible fat to reduce flare-ups and • The American Institute for Cancer non-metal casserole dish or mixing bowl. • Marinate the meat. Not only can charring while on the grill. Research recommends limiting red Add food to be grilled and turn to coat marinating reduce the formation of • Cut larger meats into smaller meat consumption to 18 ounces all sides. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 HCAs, it also enriches flavor and pieces and mix in vegetables to or less per week and avoiding pro- hour. When ready to grill, drain well and tenderizes. Marinade meats in the help reduce the cooking time on cessed meats, such as hotdogs and discard marinade. refrigerator, never on the coun- the grill. sausages. Alternative ideas to use ter. Once the marinade has been • Go green! Try a meatless meal. on the grill include fish, chicken, touched by raw meat, it cannot Veggies and fruits can taste great vegetables and fruit. Citrus Marinade be used as a sauce over the final, grilled. Happy grilling! (Yield: 1.5 cups)

1 cup orange juice 1/4 cup lemon juice June is National Cancer Survivor month 1/4 cup lime juice A person who has been diagnosed cancer survivorship journey: • St. Luke’s Cancer Center–Duluth 2 cloves garlic, minced with cancer begins the journey of • Fond du Lac Primary Healthcare (218) 249-5489 1 tsp. ground coriander cancer survivorship at the moment Team (218) 879-1227 • Cancer Legal Line-Minnesota (651) 1 tsp. lemon-pepper seasoning of diagnosis. There are many ques- • Fond du Lac Medical Social Work- 917-9000 tions to ask and answers to find. It ers (218) 879-1227 • American Cancer Society (800) Mix all ingredients together in large, is very important to work with your • Mayo Clinic Native Cancer Pro- 227-2345 wide, and shallow non-metal casserole healthcare team. It can be a very grams (507) 284-2511 Always remember to consult your dish or mixing bowl. Add food to be long road for the person diagnosed • Native Circle (877) 372-1617 Healthcare provider with any ques- grilled and turn to coat all sides. Cover with cancer as well their families. • Spirit of Eagles (507) 266-3064 tions or concerns. and refrigerate for 1-6 hours. When Here are some resources available • Cancer Resource Center-Essentia ready to grill, remove meat and discard to assist you and your family in the Health-Duluth (218) 786-3581 marinade. June 2016 | Nah gah chi wa nong • Di bah ji mowin nan | Page 23 Health News Diabetes and Depression – Part 1 eople with diabetes you may not have the energy you’re also feeling any of these or diabetes educator. Tell them compulsive gambling, anger are more likely to have to: symptoms: how you’ve been feeling. Let management and divorce/sepa- Pdepression than people • Prepare and eat healthy • Loss of pleasure in doing them know that you think you ration. For more information without diabe- meals things you used to enjoy may need help. Recovery may call: Min No Aya Win: (218) tes. This may • Get regular • Difficulty sleeping, or sleep- take a little time, but you can 879-3729; Center for American be due to: physical ing more than usual feel better. Indian Resources: (218) 726- • The strain activity • Eating more or less than The Behavioral Health De- 0256. of managing • Take you used to, resulting in fast partment of the FDL Human There are also support groups diabetes on a diabetes weight gain or loss Services Division provides con- available: daily basis medicines • Trouble paying attention fidential individual and family • Grief Support Groups, one • Feeling alone • Check • Lack of energy counseling. All counselors are group for adults and a group or “different” your blood • Nervousness aware of the cultural issues for children. For more infor- from family sugar. • Feeling guilty and like you such as historical trauma and mation on the adult group and friends Recognizing that you may are a burden to others loss, which continue to impact contact Cara Walt at (218) • Feeling out of control if you have depression is the first • Feeling worse in the morning the functioning of individuals 878-3747 and for the chil- are having trouble keeping step to getting help and feeling than you do later in the day and families. Counselors have dren’s group contact Billie your blood sugar in target better. Depression is more than • Feeling like you want to die training in depression, grief Larson at (218) 878-3804. range. just feeling blue from time to or take your own life. and loss, childhood trauma • Diabetes Support Groups Depression can make it dif- time. If you have been feeling Treatment is available for (physical and/or sexual abuse), at both MNAW and CAIR. ficult to follow your diabetes sad or down in the dumps for depression. The first step is to addictive behaviors including Contact Stacy Colich at (218) care plan. If you are depressed, several days, ask yourself if talk with your medical provider alcohol and drug abuse and 878-2111. CDC 2016 American Indian & Alaska Native Cancer Summit Looking Back and Looking Ahead: Collaborating to Advance Cancer Control in American Indian/Alaska Native Communities he Summit was held Country. Topics included the Several staff from the CDC AI/AN populations in address- More information is available for current Centers for current status of data; policy/ National Comprehensive ing cancer in their communi- at www.KeepItSacred.org. The TDisease Control (CDC) systems/environment issues Cancer Program leadership ties. Information provided by National Native Network can grantees from Tribal Nations impacting the unequal cancer attended the Summit. This of- the Tribal Representatives will also be 'liked' at facebook. April 26-28, 2016 at the Grand burden for American Indians/ fered an opportunity for CDC inform CDC in the develop- com/KeepItSacred and be Traverse Resort in Traverse Alaska Natives and programs Cancer Program Staff to hear ment of the next CDC Cancer followed on Twitter @KeepIt- City, Mich. Attending from currently implemented at the directly from the Tribes about Grant cycle expected to begin Sacred. Fond du Lac (FDL) Band community level, address- the unique challenges faced by June 30, 2017. of Lake Superior Chippewa ing cancer with Cancer Program were Sharon culturally tailored Johnson, FDL Wiidookaage evidenced based Cancer Team Chairwoman; interventions. Robin Johnson, Cancer Pro- Each team worked gram Director and Community to develop a plan, Health Services Coordinator; specific to their Chris Davis, FDL Medical own Cancer Pro- Clinic Coordinator; DeAnna gram, focused on Finifrock, Public Health Nurse, activities to address and Michelle Strangis, Minne- cancer in their com- sota Cancer Alliance. munities through The Summit featured presen- policy, systems tations by several experts in the and environment Tribal leaders, representatives, and public health officials from across the country at the CDC Cancer Summit. issues around cancer in Indian changes. Page 24 | Nah gah chi wa nong • Di bah ji mowin nan | June 2016

TheAshi-niswi new Onaabani-giizis begins March 8. Thisgiizisoog is the Hard Crust on the Snow Moon.(Thirteen Other names for this moon are Bebookwedaagime-giizis,Moons) the Snowshoe Breaking Moon; Aandego-giizis, Crow moon; Nika-giizis, the Goose Moon and Ziinsibaakwadooke-giizis, the Sugar Making Moon.

The new Ode-imini-giizis, the Strawberry Moon begins June 4. Other names for this moon are Gitige- Ode-imini-giizis giizis, Gardening moon; and Waawano-giizis, Flowering Moon. Deer fawns By Mike Shrage, doe to come back for it. her fawn. This might take until 2) Is the fawn in immediate ger such as lying in the road, FDL RM Wildlife Biologist Fawns found curled in a ball dark or even up to 24 hours lat- danger (for example lying or in a yard, then get the fawn by themselves at this time of er if the doe has been spooked. in the middle of the road or out of the immediate danger ate May to early June is year are If you where dogs can find it)? zone. Carry it to the closest the peak of fawning sea- most likely see a 3) Has the fawn been crying spot of tall grass or brush and Lson. Between birth and not hurt, or- fawn without a doe responding for at leave it alone. Keep kids and about 6 weeks of age, fawns phaned, or lying least 3 hours? dogs away from it. Don’t take don’t travel much with the doe. abandoned. on the 4) Is the fawn bleeding, has it home. The fawn is probably They lie still on the ground They are ground it been attacked by another just fine and only needs time when the doe is not feeding just waiting ask animal or is it lying sprawled and quiet to get reunited with them. At this young age, this is for the doe yourself on its side instead of curled in its mother. often their instinctive response to return 4 ques- a ball? If the answer is “yes” contact to danger as well – drop and and collect tions If the answer to these ques- the Resource Management lie still. Sometimes they drop them. The before tions is “no,” leave the fawn Division at (218) 878-7101 or in the middle of the road or best course Photo credit: www.forestwander.com trying alone, and give it at least 24 Wildwoods in Duluth at (218) peoples’ yards. A healthy, of action is to move hours to reunite with the doe. 491-3604 for assistance. uninjured fawn will just curl in to leave the fawn where it is the fawn or calling for help: The fawn is probably okay. If a ball, lie still and wait for the and let the doe reunite with 1) Is there a dead doe nearby? the fawn is in immediate dan- FDL Resource Management y name is Paul months as a utility for- tory (survey) forested and sold as timber. opportunities it has in Swanson. I ester then moved back stands on Reservation These are just a few the future, how to bet- Mgrew up in to Wisconsin. I worked land. This is done to examples. ter manage the forest, a small town called at the Cloquet For- get a better and more Soon I will begin clas- and to manage the best Oakfield in Southern estry center in 2014 and accurate understanding sifying forest ecological species for that specific Wisconsin. After gradu- then took a temporary of the forest types, age, types that the Reserva- stand. It will also be ating from high school, job with the Douglas health, and volume of tion has. This is done by useful to identify where I went to college at the County Forestry Depart- timber that the Reserva- identifying annual and certain kinds of trees, University of Minnesota- ment in 2015. I started tion has. This informa- perennial plants and shrubs, herbs, and other Twin Cities and gradu- working for the Fond tion is used in turn to using the Minnesota plants may be growing ated with a Bachelor of du Lac Reservation on decide how and what Ecological Classification that may be of interest Science Degree in Forest Mar. 1. the forest on the Reser- System (ECS). When to the community. Resource and Ecosys- I am the Forest Inven- vation can be used for. these forest stands are Paul Swanson, tem Management. After tory Technician for the That could be cultural identified we will better Forest Inventory I graduated, I worked Reservation. My duties uses, wildlife produc- be able to predict how Technician in California for six are to go out and inven- tion, or to be harvested the forest will grow, the

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Ashi-niswi giizisoog Ojibwemowin Page Anishinaabemowin Lessons

Basic Ojibwe words and phrases: “Zh”- sounds like the “su” in mea- Sentences Don't get friendly with the bear. He's too sure I like the taste of apple cider. Niminopi- dangerous. Gego beshwaji'aaken awe Double Vowel Chart “a”- sounds like the “u” in sun daan iwe mishiiminaaboo. makwa; onzaam naniizaanizi. This is how to pronounce Ojibwe “aa”- sounds like the “a” in father words. “i”- sounds like the “i” in sit Those flowers you brought me smell Does that taste sweet? Wiishkobipogwad All consanants sound the same as in “ii”- sounds like the “ee” in feet good," the woman told her husband. ina iwe. English. “o”- sounds like the “o” in go "Gichi-minomaagwadoon ini waabig- waniin gaa-piidamawiyin," odinaan iniw Credit the Sentences and Puzzle http:// “oo”- sounds like the “oo” in food onaabeman a'a ikwe. ojibwe.lib.umn.edu/ “e”- sounds like the “ay” in stay I put honey in tea. Aamoo-ziinzibaakwad nindagonaan imaa nitiing.

Ashi-niswi giizisoog BIGADA'WAA WORD SEARCH Find the Ojibwe words in the puzzle below

— Ojibwe Wordlist —

Detibisegin...... tires Ziigwan...... spring Wiinaagamin...... water pollution Wiininaamowin...... air pollution Ziigwebiniganan...... trash Awesiinhyag...... wildlife Moosekaa...... worms Mashkosiw ...... grass, hay, a blade of grass Gaaskibagoon...... dried leaves Nishwanaaji....waste,spoil,destroy Biinichigewinini...... cleaner Waasamowin...... electricity Zaagijiwebin...... throw outside Page 26 | Nah gah chi wa nong • Di bah ji mowin nan | June 2016

to us and we hope your day is Happy birthday to my grand- thought behind them even as wonderful as you are! son Spencer Lee Tiessen more appreciated. Thanks Community Love, your Fond-du-Luth fam- (June 23) to all! ily Love, grandma Tracey and News grandpa Bucky Congratulations Happy 11th Congratulations Donovyn birthday Happy birthday and Faryn Dupuis on their Cordell Paisley Mae These community pages Happy Birthday gradu- We would like to say happy Paulson Abramowski ations. are yours, the members and birthday to Krysta Reynolds (June (June 29), I Donovyn employees of the Fond du (May 27), we love you and 10), we love hope you have graduated Lac Band. We welcome family hope you have a wonderful you. a wonder- from Fond news. Please send us infor- day. Mom, dad, ful bday my du Lac mation about births, engage- Dawn and dad and Jalen girl! Ojibwe ments, weddings, anniver- Love, Jake, Aunty Brook, School and Happy 24th birthday Clayton Mariah, Ty, and Paeton Faryn from saries and deaths. Please Happy birthday Mike Pea- cock Jr. (June 1) Kettlehut (June 11) Cloquet High School. include the full names of the Love, your family Love, your family Happy birthday to our baby Love, mom individuals in the greeting girl, Pais- Congratulations Charles announcement, as well as We would like to wish PaPa Happy birthday dad, Clay- ley Mae Fuller, grandson of Jim and the date of the occasion. Full Mike, Mike Peacock Jr. (June ton Kettelhut Sr. (June 11), Abramowski Sheryl Romero and son of names, including individual we are proud to call you our (June 29), 1), a happy birthday. Charles and Rachel Fuller, last names are required. From, Big Clay, Aliza, and daddy. We love you so much. we hope you Love always, ClayJ and Jax have a good who earned recognition as an Also, we will include news boys, love you lots. Eastview STEM Scholar (Sci- Kettelhut day big girl! of graduations (high school ence, Technology, Engineer- Happy birthday to my Love, dad and post-high school) and ing, and Math). Meeting the grandpa Dean Ray Reynolds Happy birthday Clayton and mom military service. Memorials to STEM Scholar aligns Charles (June 1) Kettlehut Sr. (June 11), I love in the top 20th percentile of loved ones or notes of appre- Love always, Erin Marie and you so much. Happy Birthday to the most high school graduates in the ciation are also welcomed. kids Love always, Aliza amazing son country. Charles will attend Please submit materials a mother the University of Minnesota during the first two weeks Happy 1st birthday Jax Happy birthday Tami Lee could ask Morris next year where he Willett (June 11). You are for, Ty An- of the month preceding the Kettelhut (June 4) will study to become an oph- now the same age as me. dre Stiffarm thalmologist, which has been next issue. For example, send Love, Papa Mike and Gramma Richelle May you have a wonderful (June 10), a dream or his since he was notices to us by or on June 17, day, little sis. Love you! Dave, you have be- in 6th grade. 2016 for the July 2016 issue. Happy 1st birthday to Jax Diane, Simba, and Sammy come such a Information may be sent by Kettelhut (June 4), we love wonderful boy! We love you! Congratulations Paige Fuller, U.S. mail to FDL News, 1720 you Jax-Man. Happy birthday Toby Smith Love, Jake, mom, Mariah, granddaughter of Jim and Sh- Big Lake Rd., Cloquet, MN Love, dad, mom, and Brother (June 17) and Paeton eryl Romero and daughter 55720, or by email to zachary- ClayJ Love, Uncle Mike, Aunty Richelle, and cousins of Charles [email protected]. Anniversary and Rachel Happy 21st birthday Mikey Happy Anniversary to the The telephone number is Happy 64th Fuller, for Peacock III (June 5) hope greatest wife ever, Cassandra (218)878-2682. You may also birthday earning you have an awesome day Diver (June 17) drop off items at our office dad, John her Trained son. Love, MED Medication at the Cloquet Tribal Center. Smith (June Love, your family Aide cer- 20) Please remember to include tificate. Paige is currently Love, Thank You the date of the birthday, anni- Happy birthday to Mikey attending nursing school, has Leann, Dale, Lesa Turnbull would like versary, etc. in your greeting. Peacock (June 5), we love completed one year, and has Derrick and to relay her heartfelt grati- Always include your daytime you! Love you lots. an A average all while work- Clay, Aliza, ClayJ, and Jax Devin and Miss Lindsey tude to Fond du Lac Human phone number and your ing and taking care of her one Service's for their gift and year old by herself. name with anything you sub- Happy birthday Amanda expression of support follow- Sending out very happy birth- Obituary mit. Materials may be edited day wishes to our beloved Peacock (June 23) ing the loss of her father April for clarity and length. coworker Benito Urrutia III Love, dad and Tracey 16th of this year. The flow- continued on next page (June 6). You are invaluable ers were beautiful and the

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Nursing Assistant FT FDL As- FDLOS Arcade Attendant PT sisted Living Recreational Aide 1 FT/PT CCC Golf Course Pro Shop Sales Community Behavioral Management Facili- Recreational Aide 2 FT/PT CCC Representative PT tator FT/Seasonal Clinical Pharmacist On Call Golf Course Ranger/Starter FT/ News Youth Assistant FT/Seasonal MNAW, CAIR, Mashkiki PT MNAW Waakaaigan-Mpls. Golf Course Concession Sales MIS Intern FT Tribal Center Pharmacy Technician On Call/ Representative FT/PT Frances M. Gruba, age 75, of and was also a helicopter pilot Behavioral Health Specialist FT Sub MNAW, CAIR, Mash- Golf Course Cart Attendant FT/ Farmington, in his earlier years. He will MNAW & CAIR kiki Waakaaigan-Mpls. PT passed away always be remembered for his Clinical Assistant FT/On Call Transit Dispatcher FT/PT/On Slot Attendant PT peacefully at kind and loving heart, he never MNAW & CAIR Call FDL Transit Custodial Associate FT home with her had a bad thing to say about Nursing Assistant PT FDL As- Bus Monitor PT/On Call FDL Gift Shop Clerk PT husband and anyone. sisted Living Education Bell Staff PT daughters by He was preceded in death by AODA Outpatient Treatment Substitute Staff On Call FDL Sage Deli Cook FT her side on his parents, wife Roselyn and Technician FT MNAW Head Start Bingo Vendor/Floor Worker PT May 1, 2016. siblings Leatrice Lind, Linda Instructional Assistant PT/On Programs Teacher FDL Head Players Club Representative Fran was born Martin, and Dana Petite. Call FDLOS Start FT/PT in Cloquet, Minn. on January Pharmacy Technician FT Teacher Assistant FDL Head Wait Staff FT/PT 10, 1941. Michael is survived by his MNAW, CAIR, Mashkiki Start Hotel Laundry Worker/Hauler She is preceded in death only son, Jeffery Petite of Waakaaigan/Mpls. Deli Clerk PT FDLGG FT by her parents, Theresa and Cloquet, Minn. and his only Mental Health Counselor FT Transit Driver FT/PT/On Call Hotel Room Attendant/House- Fred Doolittle; brother, Ken- daughter, Marcie Antell of MNAW & CAIR FDL Transit keeper FT/PT neth; and sister, Maxine. She Cloquet, Minn. Grandchildren Custodian FT/On Call/Sub School Bus Driver FT/PT/On Drop Team Worker FT is survived by her husband of Kryssa, Stacie, Chelsea, Ashlee, FDLOS Call FDL Education 55 years, Robert; daughters, and Cody, Great-grandchildren Min No Wii Jii Win Program Health Care Assistant FT/PT Fond-du-Luth Casino Tracy and Jill; grand-dogs, Nalah, Tessiena, Emmett, and Case Manager FT Min No Wii MNAW & FDL Assisted Living Security Guard/Dispatch FT Daisy and Abbie; sisters, Nancy Jeneviere. Siblings Karen Du- Jii Win Store Clerk PT FDLGG Janitor FT/PT (Jay) Cormier, Sharon Shuck, Fault, Geneva (John) Mcmillen, Pharmacy Technician FT Mash- Convenience Store Gas Atten- Clean Up Worker FT/PT Pat Ells; brother, Fred (Julie) Candace Fineday, Suzzette and kiki Waakaagan, Mpls dant PT FDLGG Beverage Waitperson/Bartender Doolittle; and numerous nieces Sueann Petite, Rochelle Mar- Clinic Physician FT/PT/On Call FT/PT and nephews. A private family tineau, Phillip Petite, Leonard MNAW & CAIR Black Bear Casino Resort Cage Cashier FT/PT service will be held at a later Petite Sr, David (Toni) Petite, Mental Health Case Manager Room Attendant FT Players Club Representative date. Diana Reynolds, Ann (Russ) FT MNAW & CAIR Bus Person FT/PT FT/PT In lieu of flowers, memori- Rule and Alice Northrup, nu- Public Health Nurse FT MNAW Gift Shop Clerk FT Slot Attendant FT/PT als can be sent to St. Francis merous nieces and nephews. & CAIR Buffet Host/Hostess FT Slot Technician FT/PT Solanus Indian Mission School, Skilled Laborer 1 FT Tribal Golf Course Groundskeeper 13885 W. Mission Rd., Stone Help wanted Center FT/PT/Seasonal Lake, WI 54876-3099. Needing personal care assistant Physician Assistant FT/On Call Steward FT for Fond du Lac Band member MNAW & CAIR Michael A. Petite Jr 62 of on the FDL Reservation for GED Teacher PT Tribal Center, Cloquet, Minn. passed away housekeeping and errands. Call BCC, or SCC Winter peacefully on Thursday, April Phyllis “Cookie” Briggs (218) Licensed Alcohol and Drug 21, 2016, surrounded by his Rainbow 203-9900. Counselor FT Min No Wii Jii loved ones. He was born May Win or Tagwii Recovery Center Marilu Johnsen, 31, 1954 in Duluth, Minn. to FDL Job Listings Reading Buddies PT FDLOS Director or the Michael A. Petite Sr. and Glad- FT: Full Time PT: Part Time Driver's Training Instructor PT FDL Head Start ys Petite. He married Roselyn For more information about Tribal Center Programs, snapped (Strong) in Duluth, Minn. any of these open until filled Driver/Cook On Call BCC this picture over Michael especially enjoyed or permanent posting positions School Secretary/Receptionist the Tribal Center spending time with his lov- contact the Fond du Lac Hu- On Call/Sub FDLOS on Jan. 29 of this ing and caring son Jeffery and man Resources Department at Cook Helper On Call/Sub year. daughter Marcie. He adored his (218) 878-2653. FDLOS grandchildren and had many Family Nurse Practitioner On special nieces and nephew who FDL Reservation Call MNAW & CAIR were also a big part of his life. Foster Care Licensing and Driver/Cook On Call Tribal Michael also enjoyed playing Placement Specialist FT Center bingo, playing slot machines Substitute Teacher On Call/Sub PagePageOde-imini-giizis 16 2016 | | Nah Nah gah gah chi chi wa wa nong nong • • Di Di bah bah ji ji –mowin mowin The nan nan | |J| StrawberryJuneune 2016 2016 Moon – June 2016 CCC: Cloquet Community Center, (218)878-7510; BCC: Brookston Community Center, (218)878-8048; SCC: Sawyer Community Center, (218)878-8185; CAIR: Center for American Indian Resources; MNAW: Min no aya win (218)879-1227; BBCR: Black Bear Casino Resort; OJS: FDL Ojibwe School; CFC: Cloquet Forestry Center; NRG: Natural Resource Garage; BBGC: Black Bear Golf Course; MKW: Mash-Ka-Wisen Powwow Grounds; DC: Damiano Center;

FDLTCC: Fond du Lac Tribal & Community College; OJSHS: Ojibwe School Head Start; FDLGG: Fond du Lac Gas & Grocery; TRC: Tagwii Recovery Center; FDLM: Fond du Lac Museum; CPT: Cloquet Premier Theatre; OJS: Ojibwe school; RMD: Resource Management Division; TCC: Tribal Center Classroom; FACE: Family and Child Education Bldg. MKWTC: Mash-ka-wisen Treatment Center; DC: Damiano Center; FDLSH: FDL Supportive Housing; CHS: old FDLSS door; MTC: MN Chippewa Tribal building; ALR: Assisted Living Residence; FDC: (Food Distribution Center); PLT: Perch Lake Townhall Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Elder water aerobics Get fit 12 p.m. CCC Water aerobics 8:15 a.m. Come & swim & use GED classes 8:15 a.m. CCC GED 4:30 p.m. CCC CCC the gym Mon SCC, Wed Healthfair Enrollee Elder exercise 9 a.m. Water aerobics 5 p.m. Parenting 2nd time AA support 6 p.m. SCC SCC, Thur CCC, CCC CCC around 5 p.m. CCC June 9 Days GED 2 p.m. SCC Open gym 5 p.m. CCC Beading 5:30 p.m. CCC Fri CCC (by 4H 3 p.m. CLR Language 5 p.m. CCC AA support 6 p.m. BCC appointment), 10 a.m. June Beading 5:30 p.m. CCC AA support 6 p.m. CCC GED (call) CCC and also FDLOJS 24, 25, 26 Saturday SCC 1 2 3 4

Come & swim & use Elder water aerobic Get fit 12 p.m. Elder water aerobics Healthfair 10 a.m. OJS Water aerobics 8:15 a.m. Come & swim & use the gym 8:15 a.m. CCC WIC 12 p.m. CAIR 8:15 a.m. CCC Get fit 12 p.m. CCC CCC the gym Elder exercise 9 a.m. AA/NA support 12 p.m. Elder exercise 9 a.m. GED 4:30 p.m. CCC Beading 5:30 p.m. CCC AA support 6 p.m. SCC FDL Elder brunch and a CCC TRC CCC Water aerobics 5 p.m. AA support 6 p.m. BCC play 11 a.m. BBCR GED 9 a.m. SCC Water aerobics 5 p.m. GED 2 p.m. SCC CCC GED (call) CCC Development Grant 4H 3 p.m. CLR Open gym 5 p.m. CCC hearing 10 a.m. CCC Beading 5:30 p.m. CCC Language 5 p.m. CCC Yoga 12 p.m. MNAW AA support 6 p.m. CCC Adult volleyball 12 p.m. CCC 5 Cribbage 5 p.m. CCC 6 7 8 9 10 11

Come & swim & use the Elder water aerobic 8:15 Election 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. Elder water aerobics Get fit 12 p.m. CCC June 17 Elder concern Come & swim & use gym a.m. CCC Get fit 12 p.m. 8:15 a.m. CCC GED 4:30 p.m. CCC pancake breakfast the gym Elder exercise 9 a.m. WIC 12 p.m. CAIR Elder exercise 9 a.m. Water aerobics 5 p.m. 7 a.m. CCC AA support 6 p.m. SCC CCC Caregiver support group CCC CCC Cloquet District 12 p.m. CHS Father’s day drawings GED 9 a.m. SCC GED 2 p.m. SCC Open gym 5 p.m. CCC CCC Yoga 12 p.m. MNAW AA/NA support 12 p.m. 4H 3 p.m. CLR Language 5 p.m. CCC Water aerobics 8:15 Adult volleyball 12 p.m. TRC Beading 5:30 p.m. CCC AA support 6 p.m. CCC a.m. CCC CCC Water aerobics 5 p.m. Beading 5:30 p.m. CCC Cribbage 5 p.m. CCC AA support 6 p.m. BCC GED (call) CCC 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

Father’s Day Elder water aerobic 8:15 Get fit 12 p.m. Elder water aerobics Enrollee Sign-up Enrollee Sign-up Come & swim & use a.m. CCC WIC 12 p.m. CAIR 8:15 a.m. CCC 12-8 p.m. CCC 8 a.m.-8 p.m. CCC the gym Elder exercise 9 a.m. Health/nutrition 12 Elder exercise 9 a.m. Get fit 12 p.m. CCC Water aerobics 8:15 a.m. Enrollee CCC p.m. CCC CCC Head Start baby shower CCC GED 9 a.m. SCC AA/NA support 12 p.m. GED 2 p.m. SCC 4 p.m. 2k walk/5k run 5 p.m. CCC Day Yoga 12 p.m. MNAW TRC 4H 3 p.m. CLR GED 4:30 p.m. CCC Old timer softball 5 p.m. Adult volleyball 12 p.m. Parenting 2nd time Beading 5:30 p.m. CCC Water aerobics 5 p.m. CCC Beading 5:30 p.m. CCC Enrollee Day sign-up CCC around 2 p.m. CHS Open gym 5 p.m. CCC AA support 6 p.m. BCC 8 a.m. until end of Cribbage 5 p.m. CCC Water aerobics 5 p.m. Language 5 p.m. CCC GED (call) CCC drawings 19 20 21 22 AA support 6 p.m. CCC23 24 25

Enrollee Day Movie Elder water aerobic 8:15 Get fit 12 p.m. Elder water aerobics Get fit 12 p.m. CCC Morning 10 a.m. a.m. CCC WIC 12 p.m. CAIR 8:15 a.m. CCC GED 4:30 p.m. CCC June 17 Kiwenz Premiere Entrepreneurial work- AA/NA support 12 p.m. Elder exercise 9 a.m. Water aerobics 5 p.m. Language shop 9 a.m. FDLTCC TRC CCC CCC Elder Elder exercise 9 a.m. CCC Water aerobics 5 p.m. GED 2 p.m. SCC Open gym 5 p.m. CCC concern Camp July GED 9 a.m. SCC 4H 3 p.m. CLR Language 5 p.m. CCC Yoga 12 p.m. MNAW Beading 5:30 p.m. CCC AA support 6 p.m. CCC pancake 27-31 Adult volleyball 12 p.m. Sobriety Feast 6 p.m. CCC CCC breakfast Kiwenz camp Cribbage 5 p.m. 26 CCC 27 28 29 30 7 a.m. CCC grounds Any persons with FDL Writs & Orders of Exclusion are not allowed to attend any FDL Field Trips or Activities.