September 2018

Vol. 13, Issue 9

w Pots?ó•ḳ power paddle to Puyallup

Quileute waiting their turn to ask permission to land at Puyallup Inside This Canoe journey photos by Cheryl Barth Issue: • From Council Chambers • Election Board Notice • Department Briefs • Coast Guard and Tribe Rescue 2 Swimmers • Cherish Our Children • Jay Squawks • Start or Grow Your Wildcraft Business • QTS Financial Aid/ Scholarship Night • YOP • TBTN • Biotoxin Notice The canoe journey, make the various concoc- • QTS Welcomes an annual Native American tions. also made New Staff gathering that embraces tea and harvested local • October Birthdays history and traditions, led plants and herbs on the coastal tribes to Puyallup journey, sharing their • Surf Camp in July and August 2018. knowledge with other ca- This year’s journey was noe families. referred to as the Power During the paddle, Paddle to Puyallup with the recovery meetings were A Note About the theme “Honoring Our Med- held for those who needed Headline icine.” Quileute sent three support in their healing In the , canoes: Seawolf, Wellbeing, journey. The largest at- pots/95m2 translates to and Kitla. tended was in Neah Bay, Indians (people, persons) In keeping with the with approximately 200 at theme, Quileute began pre- the wellbriety meeting. paring a year ago. As part Part of the Quileute of the tradition of attend- Ocean Going Canoe Socie- ing the canoe journey, ty’s requirement is that tribes bring gifts to their participants must pass a hosts. The Quileute Ocean THE DEADLINE urinalysis. The goal is to FOR ALL Going Society made hun- have a safe, drug and alco- SUBMISSIONS TO dreds of salves, moisturiz- hol-free atmosphere and BE CONSIDERED ers, rubs, chapsticks, and promote wellness within FOR PRINT IN THE sprays that alleviated dry the families. TALKING RAVEN IS RD skin, pain, headaches, mo- THE 3 FRIDAY tion sickness, anxiety, mus- The biggest chal- OF EVERY lenge for Quileute this year The Wellbeing canoe MONTH. cle aches, burns, and more. Ann Penn-Charles of the was not having enough Drug, Alcohol and Tobacco pullers. There was plenty Puyallup was on July 28th At last year’s paddle Prevention program esti- of support from the ground where each canoe family to Campbell River, mated that their group had crew with serving meals, asked permission to come Puyallup challenged each Photos that are over 700 products, which setup and cleanup of camp ashore. The following sev- tribe—they gifted repre- uncredited belong to they gifted to each tribe sites, and transporting en days from 9 a.m. to mid- sentatives a stick and Bayak The Talking that hosted them along the pullers. However, Quileute night, protocol went on asked them to return the Raven. way. Ramona Hensley of struggled because of the nonstop. Each tribe had the sticks in one year at the the Quileute Tribal School lack of relief pullers. floor where they shared Puyallup protocol. Ann said taught the group how to The landing at their songs and dances. that Marion Jackson, Chief Continued on Page 4… Page 2 The Talking Raven

From Council Chambers Our Condolences We extend our sincerest condolences to the families and friends of Sharon Penn and Louise Jackson. Our hearts go out to you in your time of sorrow.

on August 31st at the Akalat. support to the ones in recovery. Chairman Doug Wood- Our hands go up to everyone ruff: It was important for us to who represented Quileute as a recognize the dedication to cul- puller, ground crew member, ture and wellbeing that pullers support boat member, singer and ground crew take serious- and dancer. th Tony Foster, Zach Jones, Doug Woodruff, James Jackson, ly. They represented Quileute in The 29 Annual Cen- Skyler Foster - Photo By Cheryl Barth a good way while on the water tennial Accord Meeting is and as guests at the various coming up on September 24- Quileute Tribal Council meaning that those who suc- stops and especially at 25. This is a government-to- has accepted the resignation cessfully complete the Well- Puyallup. We’re all very proud government meeting with of the General Manager, Ger- ness Court Program and grad- of them for meeting the physi- Governor Jay Inslee, which is a ald Smith. We wish him well uate will not be prosecuted for cal demands of the journey and time where we get to discuss in his endeavors. In the mean- any criminal charges. The pro- conducting themselves posi- important matters across all time, Grant Writer/Planner gram is completely voluntary. tively, but above all, continuing subjects, from economic de- velopment to natural re- Larry Burtness has stepped in Member at Large Zach our traditions. sources to health and well- as the Interim General Manag- Jones: You can really notice a Secretary James Jack- ness. We need input from all er while the search begins to difference in those who are fol- son: When our people partici- directors and staff regarding fill the position. lowing the program. The Well- pate in the canoe journey for program support so we can We would like to wel- ness Board is supportive and healing, it’s important that we better meet the needs of the come the new Health Center honest, and the judge does not acknowledge they are improv- tribal departments when we Director, Michele Lefebvre, show leniency. You see the pos- ing themselves, participating in sit down at the table with the who began her new role mid- itive effects that culture plays a cultural, drug and alcohol- state. August. We are excited for the in turning lives around. Those free event. And we want to experience she brings to Qui- in the program are required to thank those who offer their leute and the work she is al- apologize to people they have ready doing to improve the hurt, take part in cultural ac- health center. And congratula- tivities, and so much more. It is tions to Quileute tribal mem- an extensive program that re- ber Peggy Rice who is transi- quires devotion, but the results tioning from payroll to the hu- are clear. The Wellness Court Election Board man resources department. works. We look forward to working The first day of the with Peggy in her new posi- school year for the Quileute Notice tion. Tribal School (QTS) was on Councilmembers Doug August 27th and it was met Enrolled Quileute Tribal Members who are Woodruff and Tony Foster at- with so much love and sup- interested in serving on the Election Board must tended the annual Take Back port. submit a letter of interest The Night (TBTN) event host- Secretary James Jack- ed by Quileute New Begin- son: We greeted the kids at the by 4:00 p.m. September 14, 2018 to: nings on August 9th. bus loading zone on their first Quileute Tribal Council Tony Foster: We thank day. Many teachers, staff, com- Liz Sanchez and the TBTN munity members and parents 90 Main Street La Push, WA 98350 planning committee for organ- lined up to welcome the kids to izing an outstanding event, school. Our hope is that it will There are (3) positions available to be filled. which brings awareness to is- be a push for them to do well in Plus (2) Alternates. sues of domestic violence, sexu- school and that we support al assault, elder abuse and them in their education. We The Election Board consists of five members plus more. These are issues that apologize for not being able to two alternates of the Quileute Tribe appointed by the Trib- sadly affect every community, make it to morning circle as we al Council each of who shall serve three years and until his including our own, and it’s vital had a meeting to attend. successor is appoint-ed and installed. that people know there are re- Chairman Doug Wood- The Tribal Council is soliciting the interest of tribal sources available and that they ruff: We are excited the QTS members in serving on the Election Board. Any person who are not alone. And that we student attendance is growing, stand together against abuse with a record high of 95 chil- wishes to announce their candidacy for a position on the and violence. dren. It’s nice to see that Election Board shall submit a letter of inter-est to the Tribal One program we growth, along with the hiring Council no later than September 9, 2018. Tribal Council would like to highlight for the of additional staff. We look for- shall appoint Board members from the in-terested candi- work they have accomplished ward to a great year and see- dates. In the unlikely event there are not sufficient tribal is the Healing-to-Wellness ing all the progress the kids members willing to serve on the Election Board. Court. The Wellness Court is will make. Thank you for your interest. part of the Quileute Tribal A canoe journey appre- Court System and is a diver- ciation dinner was held for the Quileute Tribal Council sion program for defendants, Quileute Ocean Going Society Volume 13, Issue 9 Page 3

Department Briefs

Housing Authority and Occupancy” training in open—please apply at the • Purchased three new Silverdale On August 21- QHA office emergency management • Hired Gloria Salazar as the 23 systems for emergency QHA Resident Services Co- Human Services • Hosted Annual Residents communications ordinator • 26 of 29 youth completed Fair on August 24th – • Lateral police officer posi- • Hired Izaak Manual as the YOP (That’s a 90% com- thank you for all who vol- tion listed – get a job ap- QHA Maintenance Tech pletion rate!) unteered, participated and plication from Human Re- • Huge thank you Addy Mac- attended. It was a great • Summer food served 848 sources or on the Quileute edonia-Black for being the success! lunches this season Nation website Blue Shed YOP worker this • QHA staff attended Police • Officer Palmer attended summer “Violence In the Work- • 220 Calls for service in drug trafficking course • Board meeting held on Au- place” training on August August sponsored by the BIA gust 14th 27th • Finished installation of • All officers certified in the • QHA Resident Services Co- • Completed 21 of 28 work security cameras in the new DUI BAC Operations ordinator attended HUD’s orders in August Course “Eligibility, Admissions village • Two Board positions are • LPPD appreciates the mention in the "Grins" Sec- tion of the September 6, Coast Guard and Tribe work together 2018 edition of the Forks to rescue two swimmers Forum

B1q65yam The Talking Raven A monthly publication of the Quileute Tribal Council Edited By Emily Foster Phone: (360) 374-7760

USCG crews kept an eye on the man at the end of Chief Lyon, Tony Foster and Zach Jones Mailing Address: the jetty before tribal responders reached him. brought the man to safety. The Talking Raven Photo by Louis Keating Photo by Skyler Foster PO Box 279 La Push, WA 98350 While underway for ty. Before reaching the man in of the Motor Life Boats res- training on August 16th, U.S. distress and unaware of the cued the other man from Email: Coast Guard crews from Sta- condition he was in, Mike had James Island. tion noticed called his brother Skyler Fos- The two men were two men at the end of the jetty ter and Zach Jones to also transported to the Quileute attempting to swim across the come and assist. He had deep marina boat ramp where Quileute Tribal Council mouth of the river to James abrasions and lacerations on Clallam County Emergency Island. Both men, in their his arms from rocks and bar- Medical Services awaited. Doug Woodruff twenties, were dressed inade- nacles and was clearly fa- Chairman quately—one in shorts and tigued, described Mike. “We were stoked the the other in jeans and a t-shirt. Tribe helped out the way they Tony Foster Louis said, “Mike had did,” Louis stated. “They ran Vice Chair One of them reached determined it wasn’t safe for out there, no questions the island, but the other strug- the guy to walk back across asked.” James Jackson Sr. gled in the 50-degree water, the jetty,” which is about 300 Secretary became tired, and was swept yards in length and made of Though the situation around the tip of the jetty. riprap. “I contacted Tony Fos- had an ideal outcome, the Skyler Foster threat of the ocean tides and Treasurer Aboard one of the 47- ter, as Tony was launching his boat to head to the jetty.” currents and the risk of hypo- foot Motor Life Boats, Petty thermia and drowning are se- Zachary Jones Officer 1st Class Louis Keating Tony maneuvered the rious. The Tribe also reminds Member at Large contacted Quileute Probation brand new Quileute Fish and visitors that they are not al- Officer Mike Foster. Shortly Wildlife Enforcement SJX jet lowed on James Island with- after, Mike and La Push Police boat next to the rocks so Zach out permission, otherwise it is QTC Contact Information Chief Bill Lyon arrived on sce- and Chief Lyon could help the a violation of tribal ordinance ne to aid the man stuck at jet- man in safely. The crew in one and considered trespassing. Mailing Address: Quileute Tribal Council PO Box 279 Attention Parents and Youth Ages 12-18 La Push, WA 98350 The Teen Center has found a home under the direction of Quileute Human Services Phone: Department. The Teen Center will be temporarily closed while they work through this period of (360) 374-6163 reorganization. Please have patience as staff work to build a safe, successful, and supportive Larry Burtness environment for the youth. Interim General Manager Contact Annie Crippen if you have any questions or concerns: (360) 374-5419 or [email protected]. Page 4 The Talking Raven

w Pots?ó•ḳ power paddle to Puyallup

…Continued from Page 1 Howeeshata and herself ac- cepted the challenge and said they would be there. So when it came time to return the gift, the original three were able to do so. Not many other canoe families had their sticks or had the original representa- tives present who had accept- ed the challenge. There were approxi- mately 140 Quileute partici- pants overall, which included pullers, ground crew, drum- mers and dancers. At the final protocol, Quileute had an im- pressively large crowd who performed for hours. In addi- tion, all five members of Coun- cil were present when Quileu- te took the floor, showing Quileute elder seating at Puyallup protocol their full support for continu- ing traditions. plained. From the random Not only did Chairman chants, such as “What is pain? Doug Woodruff speak on be- Hamburger soup! What do we half of the tribe, but the newly want? Frybread!” to the time a crowned Quileute Days Royal- submarine surfaced as canoes ty youth also introduced were paddling near Bremer- themselves, with some doing ton, WA, and all the stories, it in the Quileute language. songs, dances and laughs Aside from the medi- shared in between. No two cines that the Ocean Going Ca- canoe journeys are alike. It is a noe Society crafted, they also journey that every tribal gifted the hosts with canvas member should experience at prints of Quileute canoes and least once. Quileute always James Island, beaded necklac- welcomes volunteers as es, and basket necklaces. In ground crew support or canoe return, Puyallup gifted Pend- pullers, as long as participants letons and made sure all are respectful and follow the guests were taken care of and rules so they can represent Quileute dancing at protocol well fed. Quileute in a positive way. Many memories are made each year, Ann ex-

Asking Elwha for permission to come ashore

Chairman Woodruff speaking at Puyallup

Landing at the Port Angeles waterfront

Quileute dancing at protocol Volume 13, Issue 9 Page 5

Changes planned for 17th annual “Cherish Our Children”

from the Quileute Human Ser- vices Department have done the shopping and gift giving day for Native American chil- dren while volunteers from the Forks Abuse Program han- dled the shopping and gifts for Forks youth. In 2017, 600 children in Forks and La Push received gifts because of the funds raised at “Cherish Our Chil- dren.” The committee does not ask for income verification or records of any kind. The hope is that everyone is hon- est when they say they are in need. The committee also wants to acknowledge the ser- vices of some long-standing members who retired after Cherish Our Children 2015—Photo by Cheryl Barth 2017’s event: Sandy Heinrich and Babs Johnson. “We want By the Cherish Our use of the Elks Lodge. It will vision of the committee is to to especially recognize one of Children Committee be a perfect location with the alternate Forks and La Push its founding members, the late parking and event setup,” said venues each year. Ever since 2002, vol- Sharon Penn, for her unwa- committee chair Emily Foster. unteers from the communities In the past, the dona- vering dedication and fore- “We wanted it to truly be a of La Push and Forks have tions have been processed sight, working tirelessly to cooperative event between sponsored an auction called through the Quileute Housing ensure youth of Forks and La both communities. Our hopes “Cherish Our Children,” to Authority (QHA), but this year Push received Christmas joy are that new faces will be in raise money for Christmas Cherish Our Children is apply- year after year,” Emily said. the crowd on November 30th gifts for both communities’ ing to become a separate 501 (a Friday evening) as well as Right now, the com- youth. For the past 16 years, (c)(3) status organization. Alt- join us on the planning com- mittee is gearing up to solicit the event has been held at the hough this is still in the pro- mittee.” donations. Request letters Akalat Center in La Push. cess, donations are tax de- have been sent to businesses. However, on November 30, The Forks location this ductible through QHA until If you would like to donate, or 2018, it will be at the Elks year will help to demonstrate the new corporate status is to join the planning commit- Lodge in Forks at 941 Mer- that this event serves both final. tee for this event, please con- chants Road. The Forks Elks communities. It also will af- While the event has tact Emily Foster at (360) 640 Club has donated the use of ford an opportunity for new been hosted by the Quileute -9600 or emily.foster@ their facility for this event. participation by those who Tribe until this year, please quiletuenation.org. may have found the La Push “We are so grateful for know it is a joint effort. In locality less convenient. The the generous donation of the more recent years, volunteers Page 6 The Talking Raven

Hiba’ Kwashkwash [HAY-buh quash-quash]: The Jay Squawks

Vickie, with the help of QTS teachers, did a presentation using a beaded “timeline” to demonstrate that Native culture existed on the Coast 8,000 years before the pyramids were built in Egypt. Photo by Barbara Grace Hill

Vickie and I came down those of all ages who would like to La Push for that week. Super- to know more about Quileute intendent Mark Jacobson had language and culture. invited us several months before The QTS culture teach- to prepare a teacher’s manual er, Lucy Ross, has been teach- and a set of culture and lan- ing the program for three years guage units for use by the cul- and will continue as teacher this Jay Powell transforming into kwashkwash, the Blue Jay. ture and language teacher. The Submitted Photo year as well, assisted by Ra- first five of those units are: mona Hensley, a dedicated 1. Back to school paraeducator (teacher’s aid). Sarso/al8mtiyat, king years” even before 1900. I re- member Fred “Woody” Wood- 2. Meeting and greeting Lucy has the advantage of hav- salmon getting days ing been a student at QTS and ruff (born in 1903) and Roy 3. Where are you going? A few days ago, classes Black (born in 1899) talking learned Quileute pronunciation, words and phrases in classes at the Quileute Tribal School about people saying Wisq 4. Numbers and counting taught by Sharon Pullen. Lucy started. That event, the start of X8ksat (Happy Year, pro- 5. Weather, seasons and annu- school in the fall, always seems is working hard to carry out the nounced wiss-SAH HICK-sut) al cycle QTS mission statement that like the real beginning of the when they were young. They new year to me. New Years That curriculum devel- reads: “Our students will pro- also remembered that the Old opment project will continue tect, preserve and enhance our Day, coming a week after People didn’t have much cash Christmas, only seems like a through the 2018-2019 school Quileute language and culture money back then, so there were- year, producing traditional cul- for future generations.” continuation of the holiday sea- n’t big parties until there started son, not the start of the next ture lessons, stories, videos of The Tribal School to be money from fur seal hunt- the Quileute words and phrases year. Nothing really seems to ing, army service, farm work Board has responded to in- start on the first of January. On being pronounced, tribal history, creased tribal, state, federal and and construction jobs around the learning exercises, games and the other hand, the first day of time of the First World War grant funding by supporting classes is when kids must start activities. Eventually, it will be new staff appointments, teach- (1914-1918). So, New Year’s web-based learning available for getting up and dressed on time. Eve wasn’t a time for celebra- Families would likely have tion and big parties until much Continued on Page 7… shopped for new, sharp pencils later. and markers, and maybe a new backpack, some clothes and a The day that classes QTS 2018-2019 Faculty started at QTS this year wasn’t flashy pair of running shoes. My Name Position mother used to send me to the beginning of the school year school with a quarter tied in my for teachers and school staff. Mark Jacobson Superintendent hanky to pay for school lunch. They had already spent the pre- Sheri Crippen Principal vious week (August 20-24) That first day always seemed Anita Baisley Student Services Director like a big deal, a new start. planning lessons, organizing their classrooms, and having Vivian Watson Gaither Kindergarten Of course, the Quileute meetings. Lakhina Ky First Grade Old People acknowledged “new Dana Cada 2nd Grade Tammy LaPlante 3rd Grade Victoria Hanson 4th Grade Jessica Schwartz 5th Grade Margery Marshall 6th Grade William Lee 7-12 Math Jahn Kuiper 7-12 English Alice Ryan 7-12 Science Jordan Jackson 7-12 Social Studies Dale Wilson 7-12 Construction Trades Bill Haley 7-12 Business Education Laura Hamilton K-12 PE Peter Walchenbach K-12 Special Education Teacher Karla Kiedrowski School Counselor Lucy Ross Culture and Language Nathan Schultz Para Educator Calysta Bos Para Educator Jennifer Klahn Para Educator Ramona Hensley Para Educator Jay and Lucy practicing those pesky Quileute explosive consonants in the culture portable. Photo by Vickie Jensen Patty Fry Para Educator Karen White Para Educator Volume 13, Issue 9 Page 7

Hiba’ Kwashkwash [HAY-buh quash-quash]: The Jay Squawks

…Continued from Page 6 that the Quileutes are “a wel- to find an energetic and dedicat- will be happening in the safety coming people.” She believes it! ed staff at QTS, all of whom of Higher Ground. ing positions, paraeducators, After her first year, she found seem to have the best interests In that 135-year Quileu- and programs. The administra- that the place and the communi- of the students in their minds. te tribal school experience, it is tors are Superintendent Mark ty had become her home. And My goal is to provide the skills clear to me that the educational Jacobson, Principal Sheri Crip- so, she and her family are necessary for anyone interested opportunity for the pen and Student Services Direc- “planting roots.” They have just in the trades to make a living chicho/9tsn (kids, pronounced chee-cho- tor Anita Baisley. Along with bought a house in Forks. Alice with their hands…if that’s what OATS-k) have never been bet- other larger tribal schools in smiles and states firmly, “We they decide to do.” Dale also ter. Remarkable school systems , Puyallup, Omak are staying.” produces videos for tv and is don’t happen by accident. The (Colville Confederated Tribes), Marjory Marshal is the exploring the possibility of do- th QTS of today is the result of Auburn (Muckleshoot), Belling- 6 grade teacher and, as she ing a series based on the history planning and progress with a ham (Lummi), Toppenish says, “I’ve been teaching for of the Quileutes and their neigh- vision, and Vickie and I are (Yakima) and Olympia more years than I like to count. bors on the Olympic Peninsula. heartened that Quileute lan- (Nisqually), QTS is designated It’s always a new adventure.” He’s a man of wide abilities that guage and culture will be a as a “Compact School” which Like Alice Ryan, Marjory en- will surely be able to both teach strong part of that. means it operates according to joys working with the students and hold the interest of students. the terms of a state-tribal educa- on science projects such as the Other valuable sup- Quileute Words of the tion compact (agreement) that Science Olympiad and the re- port staff include Cody Week for September requires a standards-based cur- motely operated underwater ve- (administrative assistant), Con- riculum. Funding support for Because we have been hicle (ROV) teams in a regional nie and Jay (business office), the eventual, new school up at discussing QTS, let’s learn competition. She says, “This is Molly (accounting), Michael rsix87tal (higher ground, pro- my second year with the QTS some classroom words and and Ben (info tech), Wayne and phrases. nounced tsi-HAY-th-tahl) will and I enjoy the students and Ronal (maintenance). From Ar- make that actual building, as their sense of community…and nold in the school bus and Del- September 3-9:– K2o/ well as the school programs, a I’m proud to work with such phi and Andre in the kitchen to liyorisj2a ax2! Talk Quileute! success story that reflects highly fun, smart and talented young the superintendent’s office, (pronounced quo-lee-oh-TIS- on the Tribe. people.” where the door is always open, kwah ahkw) The course offerings Will Lee is the grade 7- the school is “an education wait- and programming at all levels 12 math teacher and this is his ing to happen!” And the stu- from kindergarten to grade 12 third year. He told me, “I met dents, Quileute parents, the are apparent from the list of the superintendent, Mark, at a community at large, school QTS faculty, as seen below. career fair in Tacoma. Mark board and tribal council deserve During the week we spoke warmly about the Tribe. to take pride in their school. were there, Vickie and I worked I’m Irish so much of Quileute tribal history felt similar to the The 2018-2019 School with Lucy Ross and Ramona Year at QTS Hensley on the culture program history of my own country—we (teaching techniques, program weren’t allowed to speak Gael- It was certainly possible planning, Quileute language and ic, our language. And when we to get a sense of the QTS energy This is perhaps the most pronunciation). We also had the went to school, we were forced during this first intensely en- important phrase—and goal— chance to meet many of the to speak English. So, we, like gaged week for staff, and Vickie for students. Fluency in Quileu- teachers. It is interesting that the Quileutes, have two lan- and I feel privileged to have had te is no longer a realistic goal, some of the faculty and staff guages. There are other similari- that opportunity. In the five but having kids speak Quileute have served at the school for ties that resonated with me, so days that we spent with the in and out of the classroom cer- years and years. Stephanie at the my wife and I decided to take a school admin, teachers and tainly is. So besides learning reception desk, the first smile chance and get committed to the staff, it became clear that the words and phrases in school, the you see as you enter the school Quileutes! There have been school is truly a state of mind as goal is for kids to talk Quileute building, has been there longer challenges for me as a teacher. well as a set of buildings and outside of school, as well, ex- than anybody, she says. Patty Lots of challenges remain, but portables. Those buildings seem changing greetings and infor- Fry, usually found in the library we are improving.” That’s the to vibrate with energy, with mation with friends, parents and has been on the job longer, al- kind of commitment I found commitment and good inten- others in the village. The second again and again at QTS. most, than any other h9k2ar tions. The school and grounds part of the objective is for kids (non-Indian, pronounced HOH- Dana Cada is a new are clearly a place where the to hear at least Quileute one quah-t) …except for me, I teacher this year. She told me, rules are the rules, but where the word or phrase outside of guess. As for the teachers, Prin- “I taught 28 years at Entiat, just opportunities and support for school—that’s where we all get cipal Sheri Crippen wins the above Wenatchee. I’ve always the students are unlimited. involved, remembering to speak longevity prize, although as loved this area and decided that Schooling in Earlier at least one Quileute word or principal she is no longer actual- I needed to make a change. I’m phrase a day to kids. really fervent about the environ- Years ly teaching—which she misses K2o/liyorisj2afqsdo - greatly. ment, nature and gardening…” “Schooling” at La Push Let’s talk Quileute (pronounced And, she said that besides read- started in 1883, when A.W. quo-lee-oh-tis-kwah-US-doh) is Despite all those veter- ing, writing and ‘rithmetic, the Smith held the first classes that ans, there are a lot of new or another useful phrase for par- three Rs, she’d like to instill her Indian kids were allowed to at- ents and grandparents, as well fairly new staff at QTS this passion about the environment tend in the storage shed of the year. We enjoyed meeting them, as teachers. in her students, as well. Dana La Push trading post. The kol- so I figured community mem- said, and I believed her, “I’m September 10-16: bers might like to learn more haw8sti (schoolhouse or just very excited to be teaching at “school,” pronounced cole-hah- These two phrases seem to be a about those teachers who are Quileute Tribal School, and I’m pair: teaching the students who will WISS-tee) moved from building looking forward to meeting the to building for 70 years and fi- Pi7qm7as ho. That’s right! one day be the tribal elders. community.” Here are a few profiles of some nally closed in the 1950s, when (pronounced pay-THUCK-thus of the teachers I got to know Dale Wilson is the 7-12 all students were bussed into ho), and construction trades teacher. A Forks. Then, in the 1970s, con- over the week, in addition to . That’s wrong grad of the Univ. of Tennessee, cern about prejudice in Forks Ta/ichqk7as ho . working with Lucy: (pronounced tah-ee-CHUCK- he’s a licensed general contrac- resulted in the resumption of thus ho) Alice Ryan, the grade 7 tor in two states. He taught at classes at the new Quileute -12 science teacher has been at the college level for ten years Tribal School, located in the QTS for awhile. She is a com- while remodeling and “flipping” vacated Coast Guard building. mitted, energetic teacher who houses. Then he returned to Nowadays, that building houses works hard at keeping the stu- teaching secondary education. administrative and support of- dents’ attention and interest. He told me, “When I was of- fices with students and teachers Vickie and I speak of her as “the fered the chance to bring some in the current school building irrepressible Alice.” She re- of my experience in teaching (opened in 1995) and a cluster members that when she first and construction to QTS, I leapt of portables. In a couple of arrived in La Push, she was told at the opportunity. I was pleased years, the teaching and learning Continued on Page 8… Page 8 The Talking Raven

Hiba’ Kwashkwash

…Continued from Page 7 September 17-23: Ix2qxa8 ax2. Pay attention. (pronounced ik-WAH-huh-th UH-kw)

This is a useful phrase for parents, grandparents, coaches and anyone who works with active kids. September 24-30: Wa rak2 bask8da. Don’t misbehave. (pronounced wah TUCK-hw bus-KAY-duh)

This Quileute phrase uses that well-known root for bad: bas or bas8/ Have a good Sarso/ al8mtiyat. —Kwashkwash, Jay Powell [email protected]

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@quileutetribe Quileute Tribal School will host a free Financial Aid/Scholarship Night on October 23, 2018 from 5:30-7:00 pm. Light snacks will be available.

A Peninsula College representative and a higher education expert from the Quileute Human Services will be available to provide information and answer questions.

For questions, contact the school counselor, Karla Kiedrowski at 360-374-1140 or email [email protected] Volume 13, Issue 9 Page 9

Teens gain work experience through YOP

people,” but said she had fun ing good cooking habits. and overall it was a great This year, a YOP work- An end of the year bar- 90 percent. learning opportunity. er was placed at the Forks becue was held on August 13th Larry Donnelly, Candida Sandoval Abuse Program to work on to celebrate the Youth Oppor- Oceanside Resort Manager, worked at Oceanside Resort sexual assault prevention. Ann tunity Program (YOP) work- spoke highly of his YOP work- as well, but she was in the Simpson of the Forks Abuse ers for completing their sea- ers during the luncheon. “I maintenance department. Her Program said, “For us, it was son. Certificates of completion had about half a dozen favorite part was gaining really wonderful to have Har- were handed out to recognize [workers] who carried us more experience and learning ley Schumack in our office. the youth for their accom- through the season when we how to fix sinks and figuring She so clearly reminded us plishments. were short staffed. Some have out other problems. how bright these kids are. And Each summer, the Qui- asked to continue work at the Commodities Program she gave us great feedback.” leute Tribe hires Native Amer- resort when school starts. Manager, Bonnie Jackson, had Annie Crippen shared, ican teenagers under YOP. That is wonderful. We just Damon Jones placed at her “We had a great group of Since 2014, YOP has been have to get paperwork done.” worksite. “He has been a youth this year who took the managed by the Quileute Hu- It was Jordan Jackson’s pleasure to have. He really program seriously and man Services Department’s first year with YOP; she start- opened up and is quick with showed excellent work ethic. Youth and Family Interven- ed working at Native Grounds math. When we did inventory, I’m proud of them.” tion Program. Teens must espresso stand but was moved he was able to whip out the To officially end the complete Strategies to to the housekeeping depart- numbers quickly. It was great season, all YOP workers who Achieve Tomorrow’s Success ment at Oceanside Resort. She to work with Damon.” successfully finished the pro- (STATS) lessons as part of the said, “I thought it was pretty Neshiah Tejano gram were treated to a trip to program to be eligible to work good and I learned new things. worked at the Senior Center Wild Waves Theme & Water for the summer. It’ll give me good experience.” with Clifford Hoekstra and Park in Federal Way, WA on Youth and Family In- Beronica Penn worked Lisa Hohman. He described August 16th. tervention Advocate, Annie in housekeeping, too. She stat- the best part about being at Crippen, explained how 26 out ed, “It was a challenge learn- the elders program was learn- of 29 teenagers completed the ing to work with the washing program, which comes out to machines and different, new

ATTENTION FISHERMEN

Quileute Tribal Council and Natural Resources Committee are interested in getting information from fishermen to aid in future management discussions.

The survey only takes about 10 minutes to fill out and all submissions are anonymous.

Surveys are available at the Human Services Department, Quileute Natural Resources Department, Tribal Office, and the Marina Office.

Questions? Please call the Harvest Management Biologist, Joshua Baine Etherton at 360-640-0342 for more information Page 10 The Talking Raven

Quileute “takes back the night” at annual event

Each year, communi- ties around the world organ- ize events called “Take Back the Night” (TBTN). The pur- pose is to bring awareness to issues of sexual violence, as- sault, domestic violence, da- ting violence, elder abuse, and sexual abuse. The focus is to create safe communities while honoring and supporting vic- tims. The Quileute Tribe New Beginning’s Program be- gan hosting TBTN in 2009, and today is has grown into a popular event attended by lo- cals of the Forks and La Push communities. TBTN was held on Thursday, August 9th from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Akalat Center. The TBTN “wall of empowerment” props and photobooth are always popular

Luminary bags are decorated in honor of There are many activity tables and victims and survivors informational booths at TBTN

BIOTOXIN NOTICE TRIBAL SHELLFISH HARVESTERS POSTING September 3, 2018 Sampling at Second Beach, Ruby and Kalaloch beaches has revealed that biotoxin levels in clams and mussels are at levels that is considered SAFE for human consumption, thereforeharvest can occur at this time. Please remember it is this time of year we often see increasing biotoxin levels, so check our postings often. For updated information call the shellfish HOTLINE (374-5636) before collecting any shellfish or visit our website at: http://www.quileutenation.org/shellfish-hotline (Information can also be found by calling our partner the Department of Health at 1-800-562-5632 or http://www.doh.wa.gov). Volume 13, Issue 9 Page 11

QTS welcomes new staff members

ing the children to bowling, archery, lacrosse, and ‘Jump Rope for the Heart’— alternatives to the basic PE programs that include run- ning, basketball, dodgeball, and kickball. “Hopefully I can bring new ideas from my coaching and teaching positions,” said Laura. “I ended up in La Push because I always wanted to live somewhere outside of my state. I have a high interest in working with Native kids, so it just seemed to be a perfect fit. I’m looking forward to build- ing my own PE program.” Bill Haley is the Career and Technical Education (CTE) director. He comes to QTS with 32 years of teaching experience. CTE introduces Back Row: Jahn Kuiper, Bill Haley, Peter Walchenbach students to career pathways Front Row: Dana Cada, Laura Hamilton, Vivian Watson Gaither, Tammy LaPlante and prepares them for jobs. Part of the CTE curriculum is applied financial math, ap- The Quileute Tribal Western Washington Univer- 15 years he has been a public plied math, computer apps, School (QTS) welcomes seven sity and a masters from Grand school special education and possibly a programming new teachers to their staff. Canyon University, both in teacher. class. The new kindergarten elementary education. She “We have a lot of new He explained, “It in- teacher is Vivian Watson was previously in Kalama, WA staff and new resources at this volves training in skills neces- Gaither, who has Tsimshian for 31 years teaching kinder- school and it will give kids the nd sary in business or any other heritage. Last year, she was a garten through 2 grade. opportunity to interface with career you can think of.” Bill paraeducator at QTS, so she is “My goal is to just help technology. It’s a new chapter continued, “My job is wood already familiar with Quileute. kids develop a love of learn- at QTS.” Peter said QTS has shop, construction, business, She holds a bachelors degree ing, to help them have those purchased internet-based home and family, etc. The in business administration ‘ah ha’ moments where they learning systems, which is en- state has a whole CTE area of from Gonzaga University and figure something out and gaging for the students and focus. Basically, I have to ad- a masters in elementary edu- they’re so excited about it.” makes learning fun. minister their rules with ours. cation from Grand Canyon She added, “I’m very excited to Laura Hamilton, a Tie them together and make University. learn about the culture of the member of the Chickasaw Na- sure we get all the work done community and to be a part of “This is my first year as tion, is the physical education to meet requirements.” a teacher, so I’m really excited it. Be a part of the kids’ lives. and health teacher. She has Superintendent Mark to have my own classroom. And bring enthusiasm and five years of experience in Jacobson said, “We have a I’m excited to see what the love to this job.” public school teaching and great group of staff, and I’m students can do and see all Jahn Kuiper was hired coaching, and she also worked excited to see them make pro- their potential.” Vivian contin- as the 7th-12th grade English in the health and wellness de- gress with the students.” The ued, “It’s been such a blessing. teacher and introduction to partment at her tribe for four school year began on August It’s been amazing getting to theater teacher. He taught years. 27th with a record high of 95 know this community.” English, photography and Laura discussed some enrolled students. Dana Cada accepted yearbook for the last two of her ideas, such as introduc- the 2nd grade teacher position years at a private school. Jahn at QTS. She taught at Entiat received his bachelors degree School District in Washington from Dordt College. Church thanks community state for the past 28 years. She “I want to learn what it has a bachelors degree in takes to best serve this com- for support reading with a minor in early munity. I want to figure out La Push Assembly of God Church held a silent childhood education from what needs there are that I auction at Quileute Days this year. We want to take the Eastern Washington Universi- can help fulfill and serve to time to acknowledge the kind support and appreciation of ty and a masters of education the best of my ability.” He add- all the donations we received. Thank you to: through Central Washington ed, “I’m excited about the op- • Quileute Oceanside Resort University. portunity to learn in a com- • Forks Library munity that I feel has a rich Dana’s goal is to be a • River’s Edge Restaurant culture that I can bring into great teacher—one who is in- • Quileute Marina volved with the kids and the classroom and incorporate • Lonesome Creek Store learning about their commu- that into reading and writing.” nity. “I’m very happy to be The K-12 special edu- • Forks Subway here and looking forward to cation teacher and the highly • Swain’s Port Angeles the change.” capable program teacher is • Everyone that donated—items or their time—our hands Tammy LaPlante is the Peter Walchenbach. He has go up to you new 3rd grade teacher. She worked with children, adults We are happy to be a part of Quileute Days. in recovery, and at men’s cor- holds a bachelors degree from -Pastor George and Rita Kallappa rectional facilities. For the last Happy Birthday to Enrolled Quileute Tribal Members October Birthdays: John Lawrence 2 Carol Bender 13 Donald Black-Penn Jr. 23 Joseph Ward Jr. Billie Jean Wilcox Caleb Eastman 24 Jaedyn Black Julia Black Christian Morganroth IV 25 Theodore Eastman Helynne Smith 15 Amy Stillwell 26 Jade Steele 3 Anthony Ruth Adriene Rasmussen Michael Flores Charlee Sanford Nichole McCloud Knoxton Ward 4 Charles Penn Douglas Reid 27 Kaeleigh Peters Charles Cleveland Jr. Christian Penn III Iris Pullen Sean Black 16 David Jackson Jr. James Gusler 5 Kamdyen Villana-Ward Ivan Eastman 28 Garrid Larson Justin Brewer Roger Jackson Sr. Morris Jacobson Jr. Patricia Colfax 17 Tanner Jackson Lela Mae Morganroth Robert Bouck Jr. Katelynn Wallerstedt 29 Travis Gusler 6 Joseph Trainor 18 Seactis Woodruff Shaleigha Payne-Williams Autumn Dominquez Larry Jackson Jr. Urijah Jackson Lance Obi-Williams 19 Charlotte Casto Harley Schumack 9 Benjamin Black Suzanne Christiansen Archie Black Teburcio Tumbaga Christina Black 30 Ashley Foster 11 Tammy Herrmann 20 Naomi Jacobson Alan Francis Gus Wallerstedt Elleigh Sabia Howard Hoskins Erika Beck Bobbie Coberly 12 Leticia Jaime Brent Ramsey Forest Walker Jr. 21 Rosanna Scheller Eileen Ward Surf camp offered to youth

The Quileute Tribe and Warm Current sponsored the annual youth surf camp, open to community youth who wanted to learn how to surf. The events department coordinated with Warm Current who brought in volunteers to teach surf lessons at First Beach on August 11th. Lessons began later than usual at 4 p.m. due to the tides. Photos by Leticia Jaime

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