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Volume 27 Number 3
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Angelina Okuda-Jacobs listening to teaching staff and parents about their concerns with the new ordinance (Photo by Romalita Laban/Hopi Tutuveni)
By: HOPI TUTUVENI STAFF
HOPI, Ariz. - During the week of January 20, 2019,
the Hopi Tribe’s TED grant Consultant Angelina Okuda-Jacobs continued her scope of work, by presenting
a PowerPoint presentation along with her twenty-onepage updated ‘January 20, 2019 DRAFT Report, Recommendation, and Outline for new Hopi Education
Code’ to the local Hopi communities at the various
on-reservation schools.
After having presented to the Hopi Board of Education in Flagstaff, Ariz. on December 19, 2018, which
Tutuveni covered in the January 15, 2019 publication,
it was determined that further discussions with the Hopi
people was pertinent and necessary for the sake of informing and gathering responses on the proposed new
Hopi Education Code.
The listed meeting schedule started with the presenta-
tion and discussions being held at First Mesa Elementary
school on January 22, 2019. Following on the meeting
schedule, were the following meeting locations in order
by date: Upper Moenkopi Village Community Center
on January 23, 2019, Hopi Day School Gymnasium on
January 23, 2019, Second Mesa Day School on January
24, 2019 and Hotevilla Youth/Elderly on January 25,
2019. In addition to holding meetings at these locations,
Okuda-Jacobs also held meetings with the local Community School Administrators and School Board members at First Mesa Elementary school on January 24-25,
2019. Tutuveni staff was able to attend all the meetings
except the one held at Second Mesa Day School.
In addition to presenting the PowerPoint and the
twenty-one page report, Okuda-Jacobs also provided
handouts covering the Public Works Feasibility Study
Community Survey Excerpts and Summary of Proposed
Hopi Unified School Districts documents.
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The first document referenced how many stakeholders completed the Feasibility Study issued last year and
which has been written about in Tutuveni from May
through September 2018. Particular areas listed in the
handout referenced responses in Appendix A in support
of a unified school system on Hopi, reviews about a separate board for each school, and listed eight “Open-ended” responses from Appendix B of the Feasibility study
which strongly support a unified school system and curriculum on Hopi.
The second document provided a bulleted list of what
would occur should the Tribe create a unified school district as well as a flow chart diagram depicting what the
Hopi Senom, Tribal Council, Hopi School Board, Superintendent, School Site Councils and Local Schools
would be broadly responsible for.
Overall, Tutuveni staff observed that audience members had many...
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Special Meeting With Religious
Practitioners On Hopi
By CARL ONSAE
HOPI TUTUVENI
POLACCA, Ariz. - On January 28, 2019 the Hopi
Cultural Preservation Office in conjunction with the
Hopi Tribe Vice Chairman Clark Tenakhongva and his
staff had a meeting at the Tewa Community Building
located below First Mesa to inform several members
from the Hopi and Tewa villages about the impacts of
decisions that were made around several big issues that
occurred on the Hopi reservation and surrounding ancestral lands.
Vice Chairman Tenakhongva welcomed the participants in the Hopi language, which translated to him stating that he was happy that all the guests were there to
listen to his words, and throughout the meeting. From
that point, he conducted the meeting in the Hopi language.
The meeting discussions were mainly about the
“Gathering Situation” which included eagle and plant
gathering issues which will be impacted by the recent
decision made by the Arizona Supreme Court which
ultimately sided with the Arizona Snowbowl in ruling
against the Hopi Tribe’s argument that the snowmaking
represents a special injury to the Tribe. The two gathering issues will also be impacted further by the closure of
the Navajo Generating Station and the Peabody mine.
These issues are major issues that Tenakhongva and his
staff, as well as the whole Hopi Tribe, are facing and
trying to find solutions to.
Approximately 20 or so Hopi Tribal members from
the various villages attended the meeting to listen in on
the presentation and to see what and how they can help
their community with the issues that the Hopi community is facing.
Tenakhongva started discussions regarding the Snowbowl issue where he stated that the Hopi Tribe wants
to start an appeal process against the decision made by
Arizona Snowbowl to use reclaimed water on the mountain. The decision of the Hopi Tribe is to make an appeal
or to negotiate on the Snowbowl decision. Tenakhongva
responded to several questions regarding Chairman Nuvangyaoma and whether he is doing anything to address
the issue. The Vice Chairman stated that the Chairman’s
office is taking care of the situation but no reports have
been issued at this time. “This is a very hard decision to
make, it will be either to spend more money on our lawyers or to start negotiations with Flagstaff’s lawyers.”
Stated Tenakhongva.
The next issue the Vice Chairman brought up was the
Peabody mine and the closure of Navajo Generating Station. The Vice Chairman described his concern as being
very big for him and his staff. He further mentioned that
by June of 2019, the mine will close and will cease to
produce any coal for the Hopi and surrounding people.
He stated that if there is no buyer for the Navajo Generating Station before June of 2019, Hopi will be impacted
the most, because close to 90% of Hopi residents still
use wood and coal stoves to heat their homes and their
sacred kivas in the winter time. Tenakhongva also mentioned that with the closure, the tribe has no real type
of income for the Hopi tribe to survive. “With the NGS
closing we have to try to find a way of revenue in order
for the Hopi Tribe to survive.” Tenakhongva stated.
Tenakhongva also stated that surrounding Native
American tribes such as the Gila River Tribe has not and
will not help the Hopi Tribe to find a solution to the closure of NGS. “Even though the Gila River has benefitted
from the Peabody mine, they told us that they would not
support us in anyway with the closing of NGS.” Stated
Tenakhongva. These issues are quite big however the
Hopi Tribe and members are active in seeking solutions.
Stewart Koyiumptewa, Director - Cultural Preservation Office made a presentation on the issue of eagle
gathering. Koyiumptewa informed those present that
with the U.S. Government shutdown, the Arizona Game
and Fish Department has stopped Koyiumptewa from
submitting Hopi’s applications to gather eagles.
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Hopi Tutuveni
Hopi Tribe Archaeologist
Yeatts Retires After Nearly 30
years of Employment
February 5, 2019
New Hopi Education Code Cont.
Meeting at First Mesa Elementary School. (Photo by Romalita Laban)
Mike Yeatts pose with past and current Cultural Preservation and Department of Natural
Resources employees on January 16, 2019. (Photo by Carl Onsae/Hopi Tutuveni)
By: CARL ONSAE
HOPI TUTUVENI
On January 16, 2019, staff from the
Hopi Cultural Preservation Office and
Department of Natural Resources held a
retirement luncheon for Michael Yeatts,
Archaeologist who was employed with
the Hopi Tribe since 1990. The luncheon
was planned and accomplished by his
peers. “I was shocked and overwhelmed
that so many people showed up, it has
been a privilege to work for the Hopi
Tribe.” Stated Yeatts.
Michael Yeatts, an Archaeologist employed with the Hopi Tribe has retired
after almost 30 years of employment in
various capacities with the Hopi Tribe.
Current and previous Cultural Preservation Office (CPO) staff, Department of
Natural Resources staff, Vice Chairman
Tenakhongva, Cultural Resources Advisory Team members and Yeatts’ wife
gathered to express gratitude and send
Yeatts into his retirement with positivity.
According to Joel Nicholas, CPO staff
member, who stated, “His primary work
has been working alongside with Hopi
and with the Bureau of Reclamation to
help the Hopi Tribe on managing the
Colorado River through the Grand Canyon corridor.”
The revival of the Grand Canyon is
very important to Natives Americans,
especially those who have lived around
the canyon and claim such an intimate
and significant connection to it, like the
Hopi people.
Yeatts started his career with the Hopi
Tribe when he was working for a Navajo
archaeologist to collect data. Yeatts was
then introduced to the Hopi Tribe and
ever since that time, he fell in love with
the cultural, with the people, and the
overall work that he has been doing for
the Hopi Tribe.
Yeatts has been working with several
Hopi members to create the HAMP project, which he said that he was very proud
to have worked with and in support of
getting that started.
Yeatts also stated that now that he has
so much free time now, he and his wife
could now travel and finally be able to
watch a Hopi dance.
Although Yeatts will be retiring, he
also expressed the desire and wants to
help the Hopi Tribe find a suitable replacement for his job and to see other
projects finished.
“I want to make this transition (of
retirement) the best for myself and my
wife”. Yeatts stated.
In addition to being provided a pot
luck style luncheon and with enough
food to “feed an army”, Yeatts and his
wife were also presented with a cake that
was made in his honor. Not only was the
cake delicious it was also very creative
and came complete with a tiny river, and
cliffs with petroglyphs.
Yeatts not only established good
working relationships with his Hopi
Tribal colleagues, many have become
good friends that he has made over the
years. His friends, the Hopi people came
to share wonderful stories about all the
work they have completed, good stories
about Mike’s character and good work
effort, as well as hugs and handshakes
coming from grateful and happy hearts
to visit with him before sending him off
to another journey. Yeatts thanks the entire staff of CPO and the Hopi tribe for
30 wonderful years of employment.
Hopi Tribal Council Approves
Appointment of Judge Jeremy
Brave-Heart
Jeremy A. Brave-Heart Chief Judge, Klamath Tribes Judicial Branch Judge Pro
Tempore, Hopi Tribal Courts Attorney At Law (Photo credit: http://klamathtribes.
org/)
By ROMALITA LABAN
HOPI TUTUVENI
KYKOTSMOVI, Ariz. – January 25,
2019, after scheduling a Special Meeting, and being provided an opinion from
the Office of General Counsel, Hopi
Tribal Council approved Action Item
010-2019 appointing Hopi Tribal Court
Judge Jeremy Brave-Heart as the Senior
Associate Judge for Hopi Tribal Courts.
The Action Item was presented by
Bruce Talawyma, Chief of Staff – Office of the Chairman with support for the
approval being provided by Chief Judge
Karen Pennington, Judge Delfred Leslie
and Hopi Tribal Court staff.
The Action Item was originally on
the Hopi Tribal Council Agenda for the
First Quarter Session on the December 1,
2018 Amendment #1 – Month of January as a New Business Item. On January
8, 2019 the item was addressed while
Council was in session.
Due to questions from Council mem-
bers regarding whether a conflict of
interest would be present due to BraveHeart having presided over a case which
involved previous Chairman Herman
Honanie and current Chairman Tim Nuvangyaoma, it was determined to hold
off action until an opinion could be provided by the Office of General Counsel.
Upon receiving a response from the
Office of General Counsel, which Council did not have read into record due to
client/attorney privilege, Council continued to discuss and further acted on approving the appointment.
Tribal Council members expressed the
need for more accountability, transparency and smoother transitions from one
judge to another and further reminded
each other that the Judiciary Commission would need to be established.
The final passage and approval of this
action item sends a signal that safety,
justice and providing a functioning tribal
court system are a priority for Hopi.
CSA Meeting at First Mesa Elementary School on January 25th. (Photo by Romalita Laban)
CSA and School Board Members Meeting at FMES.(Photo by Romalita Laban)
Meeting at FMES (Photo by Romalita Laban)
...questions and comments throughout
the Consultant’s presentation. At every
meeting attended, it was noticed that
conversations would be pulled off topic
due to those many questions and concerns. Questions and concerns being
expressed were not only about the new
Hopi Education Ordinance but also about
outreach, communication and the manner in which input was being gathered.
Audience members kept referencing the
“4 Options” and asked how discussions
jumped for the options being discussed
to a final decision to go with Option 4.
Audience members pressed for responses about why Option 4 was selected
when meetings with the stakeholders
have not yet been fully completed. Overall, it was clear that the majorities of the
audience members were confused due
to lack information and many expressed
frustration with how the whole process
was being conducted. Further requests
for information about what was to occur
when and if a new Hopi Education Ordinance was approved were presented.
Because there were no clear cut answers
about how a unified school district would
operate only seemed to frustrate and exacerbate those in attendance. Many expressed the understanding that change is
needed and explained that they wanted to
be a part of the process rather than having “Tribal Council” making decisions at
the council level without having further
input from all the stakeholders.
We at Tutuveni believe it helpful to
reprint an excerpt from the January 15,
2019 publication, as follows: “To give
readers a sense of how this all ties together it is helpful to remind all that in
2015, the U.S. Bureau of Indian Education (BIE) awarded the Hopi Tribe a
“Tribal Education Department” (TED)
grant, for the development and operation
of the education department. In 2017,
Tribal Council approved the use of the
TED grant funds to hire Public Works
LLC to evaluate the current educational structure and determine (1) whether it
was “feasible” for the Tribe to develop
a “coordinated educational program” on
the reservation, and, if so, (2) how the
Hopi Tribe should structure the governance and build leadership capacity to
facilitate a “comprehensive and coordinated” education system.”
Since September 2018, Okuda-Jacobs’
plans for meeting with Hopi Tribal Council (Council) in October 2018 did not
come to fruition as Council did not reach
quorum. Meetings throughout October
2018 did get completed with the Community School Administrators (CSA),
some School Board members and a few
community stakeholders which included
two teachers and 2-3 students for some
schools. The meetings and discussions
surrounding the new Hopi Education
Ordinance have now been completed
in January 2019 and the next step Okuda-Jacobs described to meeting attendees is that she will be presenting input
gathered which has been tentatively requested to be scheduled for February 20,
2019 for approximately 2-3 hours.
For questions about the Feasibility
report, information on how to obtain a
copy of the report and those provided
by Okuda-Jacobs, please contact Dr.
Noreen Sakiestewa at (928) 734-3501
or Judy Youvella at (928) 734-3503 or
JYouvella@hopi.nsn.us. The Feasibility
report can also be found at the Hopi Department of Education’s website where
it can be acquired online from https://
www.hopi-nsn.gov/tribal-services/department-of-education/.
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Special Meeting with Practitioners Cont.
Vice Chairman, Clark Tenakhongva explains to the attending audience about the decisions that were made on several important issues. (Photo by Carl Onsae/Hopi Tutuveni)
Koyiumptewa informed the group
he will submit the applications either way.
Koyiumptewa wanted the public
to know that social media is a real
downfall for our Hopi ceremonies
and the way Hopi conducts certain
ceremonies, such as eagle gathering. “I want to remind everyone
here to keep our Hopi religion off
of Facebook, it is our downfall to
Hopi.” Stated Koyiumptewa.
Koyiumptewa also wanted to the
public know that with changes in
the Navajo Nation administration
and government, they may start to
assert certain control over Hopi ancestral eagle sites. Koyiumptewa
wants to ensure that Hopi’s can still
gather eagles at their ancestral clan
sites which have been visited since
time immemorial.
The last topic that both the Cultural Preservation Office and the
Vice Chairman’s office presented
was on plant gathering. Tenakhongva stated that with the lack of rain in
the past year, more and more of our
natural plants have not fully grown
to maturity such as; yucca and various plants that Hopi uses for ceremonial uses. The two mention that
there have been instances in which
several Hopi members have gone
off reservation but are known to be
within Hopi ancestral sites to collect the various plants. With that in
mind, Tenakhongva took the time to
SENIOR LIVING
Seniors: How
Healthy Feet Can
Reduce Your Risk of
Falling
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number one cause of injuries and death from injury,
according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Not only are seniors more at risk for falls,
when they do so, it poses a greater risk for injuries,
hospitalization and complications. For a ground-up
approach to fall prevention, seniors should start by
examining the health of their feet.
“Painful foot conditions, such as osteoarthritis,
corns, bunions, hammertoes and diabetes complications, can make it difficult for seniors to maintain
balance and coordination when walking or standing,” says Michael Ambroziak, DPM, FACFAS, a
board-certified foot and ankle surgeon and Fellow
Member of the American College of Foot and Ankle
Surgery (ACFAS). “Compounding the issue is that
the very exercises intended to correct risk factors for
falls, such as lower-body weakness, as well as gait
and balance problems, are made difficult to perform
when one is suffering from painful foot and ankle
conditions.”
While the factors causing falls are numerous, experts say that seniors, and everybody for that matter,
can take steps to reduce their risk by minimizing or
even eliminating foot pain. Doing so will improve
balance, coordination and stability when walking or
standing.
Foot and ankle surgeons recommend the following
ways to help keep feet and ankles healthy:
• Don’t ignore pain: Foot pain is not just a normal
consequence of growing older, so don’t resign yourself to aching and suffering. You likely have a treatable condition. For a proper diagnosis and intervention, be sure to pay attention to your feet and see a
foot and ankle surgeon if and when you experience
pain.
• Examine your feet: You are the gatekeeper of your
own health, making regular at-home foot examinations critical. At the sign of bumps, lumps or other
changes in your feet, make an appointment with your
foot and ankle surgeon.
• Exercise: Simple stretching exercises can help
you maintain strength and mobility in your feet and
ankles, as well as provide pain relief. Talk to your
physician about appropriate exercises for you.
• Protect: Use padding, insoles or whatever special
footwear you are prescribed. Be sure to wear these,
along with comfortable, sensible shoes, every day.
• Be flexible: Know that at times, surgery is the
most appropriate treatment for a given condition. Fortunately, many simple surgical techniques allow foot
surgery to be performed on an outpatient basis.
For more ways for to keep feet and ankles healthy,
prevent falls or to find a foot and ankle surgeon near
you, visit FootHealthFacts.org, the patient education
website for ACFAS. Foot and ankle surgeons are experts in providing both conservative care as well as
surgical approaches to foot and ankle healthcare.
Remember, just one fall can permanently rob seniors of their independence and dramatically reduce
their quality of life. Taking good care of feet and ankles however can reduce the risk of a life-altering slip,
trip or fall.
caution the Hopi people by stating,
“Be aware that several Hopi members are traveling off the Hopi reservation and onto Navajo territory to
gather plants for their use. I want to
remind you all that make sure you
are gathering for ceremonial use
only and not commercial use.” Stated Tenakhongva.
With all these important issues
capturing the attention of the Hopi
Tribe and tribal members, there is
still hope for finding a solution. Individuals with authority and known
leadership positions did encourage
those in attendance that the Hopi
Tribe will soon have solutions and
to remain hopeful.
HEALTH
5 Tips to Shed
Those Pounds
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Here are five tips from Nutrisystem experts to get
your scale moving in the right direction and support
your long-term health.
1. Skip “diet” drinks: Of course, you know not to
order the regular cola with your meal, but you figure
the lower-calorie diet version is an okay choice. Not
necessarily. One recent review of research found that
artificial sweeteners often used in diet drinks may not
be as beneficial for weight management as intended,
and that drinking them regularly may be linked to an
increased body mass index. If you want something
fizzy, opt for seltzer with lemon or lime. But if you
can’t stop dreaming of that diet soda, it doesn’t have
to be completely off-limits. Just try to cut back. Moderation is key!
2. Drink more water: Every part of your body needs
water to work properly. When you don’t get enough,
your body can’t perform normal functions, which can
drain your energy. More fatigue means less physical
activity. Plus, mild dehydration is often masked as
hunger -- prompting you to grab a snack when all you
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drinking at least eight, 8-ounce glasses daily.
3. Slow down: It takes 20 minutes for the “I’m full”
signals from your stomach to reach your brain. When
you inhale your food, it’s much easier to eat more
than your body really needs. One review of 23 studies
found that fast eaters were about twice as likely to be
obese, compared to slow eaters. To help slow down,
take smaller bites, chew 10 to 15 times and put your
fork down between each bite.
4. Don’t eyeball portions: “The super-sized meals
at restaurants have given us a skewed view of proper
portion size,” says registered dietitian for Nutrisystem, Courtney McCormick.
Even if you’re tracking your food intake with an
app or food journal, overestimating portions can sabotage progress.
McCormick’s solution: Measure portions -- not forever, but for a while at the start. Doing so will help
you get a visual of what portions should actually look
like. You may also consider eliminating some of the
guesswork with a program, such as Nutrisystem, that
offers pre-portioned, nutritionally-balanced meals.
5. Reduce stress: Stress can cause your body to burn
calories more slowly, which could lead to weight gain,
according to a study. Plus, stress increases hormones
that stimulate appetite, and the foods you’ll crave for
comfort tend to be high in fat and sugar. Help manage stress with deep breathing, meditation, exercise,
hanging out with friends or listening to music.
More tips on jump-starting your weight loss goals
can be found at nutrisystem.com.
With these tips, you’ll be on the road to realistic
weight loss achievement and have more energy for
your day-to-day life.
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Lianna Albert, Native American
Soccer Player
February 5, 2019
Integrated Pest Management
Training on Hopi
Mansel Nelson explaining the importance of air quality (Photo by Carl Onsae/Hopi Tutuveni)
By: CARL ONSAE
HOPI TUTUVENI
Lianna Albert Photo Credit (Karl Mullings/KFM Designs)
By CARL ONSAE
HOPI TUTUVENI
Lianna Albert is the only Hopi/Navajo
native, and a freshman that plays on the
Varsity team as a keeper and is a starter
on the Flagstaff High School Girls Soccer Team.
On Thursday January 31, 2019 Albert,
along with her fellow teammates, the
Flagstaff Eagles Girls Soccer Team won
its third straight Grand Canyon Region
Title against their rival team, the Coconino Panthers in an emotional filled victory
with a score of 6-0.
“It was really fun, I connected very
well with my teammates which lead us to
a victory” stated Albert.
Albert is Parrot/Kachina clan from the
village of Orayvi and has lived in Flagstaff, Ariz. her entire life. Albert’s passion
for playing soccer began at a very young
age where in fourth grade she showed a
lot of interest in American soccer; there
her passion for soccer only grew. Her
other passions in sports are softball. Her
mother stated that Albert played for an
All American team in softball and spent
time in Florida with the All-American
Team this past summer.
Albert’s mother, Lanell Poseyesva,
stated, “I am very proud of her for working this hard to get where she is today.”
She also stated that it was very challenging for the girls on the Flagstaff Eagles
team who are only 14 years old playing
against 18 year old girls who are much
bigger and who played very hard. But Albert and her team fought through all the
obstacles to win the overall regional title.
Albert’s goal after high school is to
attend a 4-year college to become an
engineer but has not settled on any college yet. The Eagles are ranked number
4 in the 4-A Conference and next game
was scheduled with Bradshaw Mountain
High school in Prescott Arizona.
Transportation Day for
Hopi Head Start Program
KYKTSMOVI, Ariz. - On January 29,
2019 the Hopi Veterans Memorial Center
played host to two very interesting and
knowledgeable individuals, Mansel Nelson, Institute for Tribal Environmental
Professionals of Northern Arizona University and Dr. Shaku Nair, Community
Arizona Pest Management Center of the
University of Arizona. Both presented
to several community members, several Hopi Health Care Officials, various
school professionals from around the
Hopi reservation, along with Hopi Tribal and Hopi Health Care employees, as
well.
The one-day conference was to inform
the public about bugs and pests and how
to better prepare and reduce the chances
of having the tiny invaders taking over
a home.
The conference began with Nelson
explaining the importance of air quality, and how different chemicals in your
home can react with one another which
could result in such chemicals impacting the overall health of a home dweller.
Nelson’s presentation was very informative where he showed the audience
how to identify different types of mold
and how to properly clean and make
sure your home air quality is up to better standards. Nelson further explained
how to keep your home, buildings, and/
or school dry, clean, pest free, and well
ventilated with simple tips that anyone
can do. He further explained that hiring
professionals to clean your home, building and or school can also be an option
if wanted.
Nelson’s presentation identified how
to see, treat, and better prepare yourself in the event of finding something
wrong, with regard to pests, in your
home. Homeowners and professionals
at the presentation can feel hopeful since
acquiring the helpful information and
understanding how to treat a situation
with safe and correct products without
any risk of hurting oneself or others. His
presentation was also an introduction to
the main presentation, which Dr. Nair
continued.
In Dr. Nair’s presentation, information about the wide variety of creepy,
crawly and very different bugs that can
potentially invade your personal space
was shared. Dr. Nair talked about how
to identify the different type of bugs living in Arizona and especially here on the
Hopi reservation.
Dr. Nair’s profound ways of Integrated
Pest Management or IPM; where she explained to the audience that simpler and
less costly methods, rather than going to
the extreme of pest control, could help
the individual defeat pests in the home.
With the method of implementing IPM
to any type of pest, one’s home, building,
and or school can become pest free she
explained. “To beat the bug is to think
like a bug”, explained Dr. Nair.
Her explanations about IPM described
the 7 basic principles of a healthy home
which include:
1.Identification of pest invading your
space
2.Monitor where the home invaders
are coming in from with products that
help with bug monitoring such as, bug
traps, bug trails and where they collect
and stay.
3.Reporting to someone that deals
with bug extermination.
4.Sanitizing your home, building, and
or school to prevent future invasion of
pests.
5.Maintaining a healthy home by
following tips about how to clean and
sanitizing your home, building, and or
school.
6.Educate yourself about the different
pest that have invaded your space and
how to better prepare yourself for any
unlikely event of pest invasion.
7.And finally, evaluating how and why
these pests are at your home in the first
place and to ask questions like: “How did
they get in?” “What do I inspect first?”
and “Where do I look first?”
With these methods that incorporate
the IPM, Dr. Nair informed and encouraged the audience that the method is easy
to follow and easy to establish in your
living space.
Currently, and according to the Community Health Representative (CHR)
who was present, one of the biggest pest
control problem program staff have become aware of is the ever-growing pest
issue, not only on the Hopi reservation
but nation-wide, of bed bugs. According
to the CHR, the tiny blood-sucking invaders are quite a big problem in several
Hopi homes. Dr. Nair did provide some
encouragement and explained how the
community could get rid of these pests
for good by following the IPM method
and she further educated the public about
how the pests come to invade one’s home
or bed. Dr. Nair showed the audience real
bed bugs and different traps that could
be used to combat the uninvited guests
which seemed to be very promising news
based on the audience’s reaction to the
information which was being shared.
Other pest topics that Dr. Nair shared
about were cockroaches, ants, flies, head
lice, rodents, and venomous pests. All
in all, her explanation about these pests
was that we have to respect why these
pests invade our personal space and how
we could better handle controlling these
pests in that sometimes unpleasant event.
With the conference coming to an end,
the audience went home a bit more aware
about how to combat the tiny home invaders. It seemed the audience left with
feeling more prepared with the helpful information about pests should they
encounter them in public and personal
spaces.
HEALTH
Head start students pose with the transportation staff (Photo by Carl Onsae/Hopi Tutuveni)
By CARL ONSAE
HOPI TUTUVENI
The Third Mesa Head Start program
invited several businesses that deal with
transportation, safety, and delivery to its
acknowledgment of Hopi Transportation
Day during this Hopi’s Transportation
Week 2019. Hopi Senom Transit, Hopi
Department of Transportation (HDOT),
Hopi Emergency Medical Services
(HMES), and several other transportation
entities around the Hopi reservation were
invited to participate in Transportation
Day events with the Head Start program.
On January 24, 2019 the young students began their day by visiting the
Hopi High School’s bus yard to view the
larger buses and to see the big buses in
action. While the students were traveling
back to their school on Third Mesa, the
invited guests patiently waited for the
littlest students on the Hopi reservation.
When the tiny students arrived, they
found an array of lights, horns, and the
crew ready to show them the trucks and
buses. The students seemed very interested in the lights of the ambulance and the
service ramp on the Hopi Senom Transit
bus. Each of the students showed amazement and seemed to be in awe of the massive trucks.
The students were allowed to honk
the horn of HDOT’s snowplow, which
seemed to make them delighted and very
happy when a loud “hooonk” was made.
They even got the chance to see and experience being inside of the HDOT truck.
Each of the tiny students learned the
basic importance of transportation safety
and they were even gifted with water bottles from the Hopi Senom transit. Later,
juice and snacks were also distributed to
the little students by the lead teacher.
Hopi Head Start was appreciative and
expressed gratitude for the different and
various transportation crews around the
Hopi reservation, taking the time to show
them the importance of transportation
safety along with all the amazing equipment they work with on a daily basis. It
was clear that all the transportation crews
made an impression on some of our
youngest and awe-filled Hopi students
and the Hopi Head Start’s Transportation
Day ended on a good note - “honk-honk.”
4 Ways to Focus on Self-Care
(StatePoint) It’s no surprise that the
concept of self-care is getting a lot of
traction in many health and wellness circles. Self-care can improve your mental
and physical health and help you be more
productive. Unfortunately, many people
don’t prioritize it.
Whether you are a career-focused professional or a stay-at-home parent, it’s
likely you have a tendency to put other
people’s needs – those of your children,
colleagues, friends or family -- ahead of
your own.
Here are four ways to focus on making
time for essential self-care activities.
1. Make over your morning: Rise an
hour before everyone else in your household. Use the time to meditate, stretch,
write in a gratitude journal or visualize a
successful day ahead.
2. Make a list of your favorite things:
Write down things that truly bring you
joy and fill you with a sense of purpose.
To ensure you’re finding time to do
them, schedule them in your calendar.
Some ideas could be going for a run,
buying fresh flowers or tackling an arts
and crafts project.
3. Invest in new gear: Sometimes the
best motivator for getting active is a new
piece of clothing or accessory you feel
confident wearing.
“New footwear is a great way to support health and wellness goals, while
helping you stay motivated to invest in
self-care activities,” says Randy Woodworth, women’s athletic buyer for Rack
Room Shoes.
To help you on your healthy self-care
path, invest in something that is comfortable and can easily transition between
activities. For one-stop shopping for
footwear and other accessories to help
you reach your self-care goals, visit the
Athletic Shop at Rack Room Shoes in
stores or online at rackroomshoes.com.
4. Take regular walks outside: Never
underestimate the power of exercise and
fresh air. Find the time that is most convenient for you, whether that’s first thing
in the morning, during a lunch break or
after dinner.
Once you’ve got the plan in place, get
into a self-care routine that works for you
and stick with it.
Hopi Tutuveni
February 5, 2019
Hopi Education Endowment
Fund Gets Ready for their
Annual Silent Auction
Mikaela Gamble, Miss Hopi wears some of the Detwiler collection jewelry, available for
auction on March 1, 2019. (Photo by Carl Onsae/Hopi Tutuveni)
LuAnn Leonard, HEEF
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
The Hopi Education Endowment Fund
(HEEF) begins 2019 with new leadership, a new office location, and preparations for the 2019 Silent Auction.
After 15 plus years at the Kykotsmovi
Village building the HEEF moved to
house #2 located on the former campus
of the Hopi Mission School. Newly
elected HEEF President Candace Hamana commented that “We are grateful for the hospitality and generosity of
Kykotsmovi Village for allowing us to
rent space which housed our staff and
provided visitors and donors with a peek
into traditional ways of Hopi living for
many years. We understand and appreciate their concern regarding the structural integrity of our prior office space
and the need to move for the safety of the
staff. We look forward to the partnership
with Mennonite USA who has allowed
us space to continue with our important
work to advance educational opportunities by growing the endowment for the
Hopi people.”
Hamana was elected as President in the
fall of 2018. Other officers that include
Dr. Angela Gonzales, Vice President,
Stephanie Parker, Treasurer and Dr. Pam
Powell, Secretary join her. The HEEF
also welcomed new and renewing members to the organization: Tim Evans,
Dr. Laura Huenneke, Dr. Carrie Joseph,
Stephanie Parker, Kevin Poleyumptewa, Shon Quannie, April Sewequaptewa
Tutt, Verrin Kewenvoyouma and Terri
Honani.
Preparations are underway for the
2019 Silent Auction that takes place on
Friday, March 1, 2019 in the Courtyard
of the Inter-Tribal Council of Arizona
located across the street from the Heard
Museum. This event is free to the public and bidding will start at 6:30 p.m. and
will end at 8:30 p.m. This event showcases traditional and contemporary Hopi
art including artwork from other American Indian Artists. Hopi artists are encouraged to consider donating a piece of
artwork for the event. Proceeds from the
event will be put into the endowed fund
from which the interest earned is used for
Scholarships and other educational opportunities for the Hopi people. HEEF
Resource Development Manager Justin
Hongeva stated, “The event is made possible due to the generosity of Hopi artisans and sponsorship supporters. We encourage our friends to consider donating
their art, time or resources to help make
this event a success.”
The Silent Auction will feature pieces
of jewelry from the estate of Mrs. Helen
Detwiler. Mrs. Detwiler and her husband
Loren were educators who had the opportunity to teach across the United States.
In the 80’s the couple brought their skills
to the Grand Canyon where Helen taught
first grade for 9 years. During the time at
the Grand Canyon she bonded with her
Hopi students and parents, which lead to
many invitations to ceremonies on the
Hopi reservation. Helen Detwiler passed
in 2017. It was her wish to leave her jewelry collection to the HEEF so that funds
raised from the items would benefit the
education of Hopi students. The diverse
and high-quality pieces represent a variety of Native American tribes. The Hopi
pieces in the collection are crafted from
some of the first Hopi silversmiths who
were part of the world-renowned Hopi
Guild.
HEEF Executive Director, Dr. LuAnn Leonard stated, “We had the honor
of knowing Mrs. Detwiler. She was a
sweet, caring and generous individual.
Her passing is a great loss but through
her husband Loren, we are honored to be
able to carry out her final wishes. She
loved the jewelry and valued all that education could bring to an individual. I
can’t imagine a better place for her collection to go to.”
Pieces of the collection will be featured
on the HEEF website at www.hopieducation.fund for more information or for
the Artist donation form, Sponsorship
opportunities or artwork call the HEEF
at 928-734-2275. The HEEF is a public
non-profit IRS Code Section 7871 entity of the Hopi Tribe created by the Hopi
Tribal Council in 2000.
Cat got your tongue?
Don’t know which color to pick or how to layout
your ad?
Hopi Tutuveni can help you with creating an ad to your
specific need. Call or email us to find out how
Call 928-734-3283 or
email: ads@hopi.nsn.us
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Call 928-734-3283
or Email
ads@hopi.nsn.us
Advertising in the
Newspaper is a great way
to market your business
or for yourself.
We can even develop
an ad for you or your
business.
Don’t wait call or
email NOW!
(Fees may be subject to apply)
LIVING
Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas to
Wow That Special Someone
(StatePoint) Flowers and chocolates
are always fun to give and receive on
Valentine’s Day, but if you are looking
to shake things up with your gift-giving,
there are plenty of ways to tell someone
you love them.
Here are unique gift ideas to really
wow that special someone.
• Go Somewhere: Whether it’s a pair of
concert tickets, a long weekend to an exciting destination or dinner on the town,
the gift of an experience, particularly one
that allows you to spend time together
doing something new and different, can
be both meaningful and memorable.
• Give the Gift of Music: Are you
shopping for a musician or someone
who would like to learn to play an instrument? Wherever that someone is on
his or her musical journey, and no matter
your budget, you shouldn’t have to compromise on quality to make Valentine’s
Day special. New keyboard models, for
example, are making it possible to get
great sound quality at a modest price.
One example is the CT-X700, which
comes equipped with tools for learning
to play songs, and faithfully reproduces
the sound of acoustic instruments such
as guitars, drums, basses, brass, wind
instruments, string ensembles and more.
Its extensive library of 600 tones and 195
rhythms, allows musicians to create their
own masterpieces and is nice for budding and seasoned musicians alike.
• Cook Together: Beat the crowds and
surge pricing -- make a romantic playlist, plan a delicious menu and select a
great bottle of wine or other beverage of
choice for a fine dining Valentine’s Day
experience in your own home.
• Upgrade Home Technology: Instantaneously upgrade his or her home theater or gaming system with a projector.
Look for a model that offers instant on
and off functionality so there’s no down
time before getting started. The LampFree XJ-F210WN from Casio, a mercury-free model, has a high power 16-watt
speaker and a long operating life, making
it a good choice for serious movie enthusiasts, gear heads and gamers who prefer
a low maintenance option.
• Personalize It: Use a photo of a beloved pet, the lyrics of a favorite song or
a picture of the two of you to personalize a special gift. From jigsaw puzzles to
throw blankets to tumblers and cutting
boards, you can personalize just about
anything these days with photos, monograms, sayings and more.
This Valentine’s Day, get creative with
your gift-giving. Select items that support your recipient’s hobbies and offer
you an opportunity to spend time together.
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JOB OPENINGS
The Hopi Economic Development Corporation
Job Openings-Open until filled
CLASSIFIEDS
JOB OPENINGS
JOB OPENINGS
The Hopi Foundation
November/December 2018 Job Announcements
HOPI CREDIT ASSOCIATION
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Open Until Filled
The Hopi Cultural Center has available two (2) Hopi Foundation Program Director (Full-Time; 40 hours/
week)
restaurant supervisor positions.
The Program Director is a key member of the senior manageThese full time positions will require the ability
ment team and has primary responsibility for management
to work a flexible schedule and provide excellent
and oversight of The Hopi Foundation’s fiscally sponsored
projects and services. The Program Director works with the
customer service. The successful candidates
Executive Director to assist with designing and implementshould have at least 2 years’ work experience in a
ing The Hopi Foundation’s communication strategy and Prorestaurant setting in a supervisory position. Intergram-based resource development activities. The Program
ested individuals can pick up an application at the Director works collaboratively with The Hopi Foundation’s
senior management team to ensure quality daily operations
Hopi Cultural Center or Walpi Housing.
and may be delegated additional management responsibilities
Days Inn by Wyndham Sedona has an
when the Executive Director is unavailable. The Program
Assistant General Manager position
Director reports and is accountable to The Hopi Foundation’s
This is a full time position, which requires at least
Executive Director.
2 years’ experience in hospitality management.
Accounting Tech. (Full-Time; 40 hours/week)
The successful candidate must be able to work
The
Accounting
Tech (AT) works in the financial division
flexible hours, provide excellent customer service
of our organization providing direct support to the financial
and team leadership. Interested individuals can
team accountancy services to our various small and medium
pick up an application at the Cultural Center or
sized projects. The Accounting Tech works directly with the
Finance Director and Deputy Finance Director to support acWalpi Housing.
counting and financial accountability for all members of the
For more information email: csmith@htedc.net.
Keams Canyon Elementary School
2018-2019 EMPLOYMENT
OPPORTUNITIES
CLASSIFIED POSITIONS
Substitute Teacher (On-Call)
Substitute Bus Driver (On-Call)
CERTIFIED POSITIONS
Certified Teacher
ESS Certified Teacher
Full-time positions will receive full
benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision &
401(k).
All positions open until filled
For more information or an application, please call
@ (928) 728-2385
Keams Canyon Elementary School
NOTICE
Request for Proposal
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR
PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES
Keams Canyon Elementary School (hereinafter the
“School”) will receive sealed proposals from State
licensed Psychologists/Mental Health providers.
The Project includes providing psychological
testing and evaluation of students to identify eligibility for special education services and update the
students already identified for special education
services for the School. The psychological testing
company must be represented by a licensed Psychologist and have experience in providing psychological service to Grant Schools which operates
under grant P.L. 100-297 Tribally-Controlled
Grant Schools Act & Tribal Governments, revised
for the year(s) ending June 30, 2019 with possible renewals for three (3) subsequent fiscal years
under the terms and conditions set forth herein.
Hopi and Indian-owned organizations and enterprises and Hopi Business currently certified under
the Hopi Business Preference Law are especially
encouraged to submit proposals. The Offers’ shall
provide and include all transportation and services
necessary for the delivery of the services described
in the Project as set forth herein. The closing date
for the acceptance of proposals is 4:00 p.m. (MST)
on February 6, 2019. Said proposals must be received by Keams Canyon Elementary School prior
to that date and time. For more information, please
contact Carrie Sakeva @ (928)738-2385 or carrie.
sakeva@bie.edu. The School Board reserves the
right to accept or reject any or all proposals and to
waive any formalities or minor inconsistencies.
February 5, 2019
Management Team including the Executive Director, Program Director(s) and Program Managers. S/he reports to and
is accountable to The Hopi Foundation’s Finance Director.
Marketing Coordinator (Part-Time; 20 hours/week)
The Marketing Coordinator has primary responsibility
for coordination of The Hopi Foundation’s marketing and
outreach for its community programs, services and activities. The Marketing Coordinator works with the Executive
Director, Program Director(s) and/or Managers to assist with
designing and implementing the Foundation’s communication strategy and program-based marketing activities. The
Marketing Coordinator works collaboratively with staff to
ensure timely and quality communication to our constituencies and may be delegated additional communication responsibilities as needed. The Marketing Coordinator reports and
is accountable to The Hopi Foundation’s Executive Director.
Program Manager, Hopi Leadership Program (FullTime; 40 hours/week)
The Program Manager is primarily responsible for the overall management of the Hopi Leadership Program (both adult
and youth leadership programs) and supervision of program
staff; volunteers and interns to ensure programming deliverables are met. S/He will coordinate the adult Hopi Leadership Program outreach/marketing process, application and
selection process, all monthly leadership training, sessions
and provide professional guidance to program participants,
as well as maintain active communication with alumni. The
Program Manager will develop and maintain the programs
curriculum, strategic development, to ensure program objectives are met as well as effective communication with partner
agencies and Alumni Committee (HLP Community Advisory
Board). He/she will complete other duties and responsibilities, as assigned. The Program Manager reports directly to
the Program Director or designee.
KUYI Hopi Radio Development & Marketing Coordinator (Full-Time; 40 hours/week)
The Development and Marketing Coordinator is primarily responsible for fundraising and resource development to maintain KUYI operations. Main focus is on raising non-Federal
financial support through underwriting, merchandise sales,
donors, contributions, planned giving, in-kind donations of
goods and services, memberships, volunteer recruitment, and
general station support through outreach. Position reports
to KUYI Station Manager and works closely with The Hopi
Foundation (HF) staff to ensure financial reporting and management of station resources and financial contracts.
Hopi Opportunity Youth Initiative Program Associate
(Full-Time; 40 hours/week)
The HOYI Program Associate is primarily responsible for
assisting the HOYI Program Manager with strategic pathway
development, communication and engagement of current and
newly engaged community partners, and the implementation
of overall HOYI goals and objectives. HOYI objectives
include data collection, facilitation of partnership activities,
and direct communication with external partners, agencies,
and individual stakeholders. This position is subject to other
project tasks as assigned and reports directly to the HOYI
Program Manager.
Natwani Coalition Program Associate (Full-Time; 40
hours/week)
The Program Associate is primarily responsibility for assisting the Program Manager in coordination and oversight of
the Natwani Coalition programs, initiatives, and services.
Working with the Program Manager, the Program Associate
will assist in implementing the Natwani Coalition’s activities
including data collection facilitation of partnership activities,
and direct communication with external partners, agencies,
and individual stakeholders. This position is subject to other
project tasks as assigned and reports directly to the Natwani
Program Manager.
Natwani Coalition Program Coordinator (Full-Time; 40
hours/week)
The Program Coordinator is primarily responsible for the coordination of Natwani Coalition programing activities. S/He
will develop, maintain and facilitate projects, communication, and community organizing to meet program goals with
the support of community members, collaborators, Community Advisory Board (CAB) members and other interested
individuals. This position reports directly to The Natwani
Coalition Program Manager.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
POSITION: Accountant (part-time)
OPENING DATE: January 25, 2019
CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
POSITION: Executive Director
OPENING DATE: January 25, 2019
CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled
The Hopi Credit Association (HCA) is seeking an
experienced non-profit Executive Director. The
Executive Director directs the overall operations
of HCA, assuring quality control over all aspects
of operations, ensuring financial soundness of the
organization, compliance with HCA policies and
procedures, and professional delivery of products
and services in line with its Mission.
To view full job descriptions and to download the
job application, log on to www.hopi-nsn.gov/hopi-credit-association. Submit application, resume,
including names of three (3) references to lisa@
hopicredit.us or mail to Hopi Credit Association,
PO Box 1259, Keams Canyon, AZ 86034
Phone: (928) 738-2205/Fax: (928) 738-5633
FIRST MESA ELEMENTARY
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Open Until Filled
Open Until Filled
Business Manger
Computer Teacher
PE Technician/Health Educator
Employment requirements:
Valid Arizona Driver’s license. Suitability for
employment must be established with an intensive
background investigation
Local, State/County, Federal.
Required certifications.
Employment package:
Fringe benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life
Insurance and 401K
Retirement Plan. School campus housing available
with low rental rates.
For inquiries or employment applications:
Contact Alvanessa Waters - 928-737-2581 ext. 104
Email: alvanessa.waters@bie.edu or visit our website: www.fmes.bie.edu
(applications and job descriptions are available on
the website)
Advocate Hopi Community Western Agency
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Open Until Filled
The Native American Disability Law Center (Law
Center) is looking for qualified applicants for an
Advocate position. The Law Center is a private
non-profit organization that provides legal services to Native Americans with disabilities living
on or near the Navajo and Hopi reservations. The
Law Center is committed to ensuring that Native
Americans with disabilities have access to justice
and are empowered and equal members of their
communities.
Applicants should have a B.S.W. or a B.A. or
B.S. in psychology, education, or a related field,
experience with abuse and neglect investigations,
and be familiar with the service delivery system
for people with disabilities. Practical experience
can replace educational requirements. Travel will
be required. Preferably applicants should be able
to communicate and interpret effectively in Navajo
or Hopi.
This position will be located within the Hopi
Community or the Western Agency of the Navajo
Nation to help expand the Law Center’s services to
these communities.
SECOND MESA DAY SCHOOL
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
2018-2019 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Salary: $30,000 - $45,000 DOE
Certified Positions
All positions are based at The Hopi Foundation located in
The Law Center is an equal opportunity/affir•Elementary Teacher
Kykotsmovi Village, AZ with exception of KUYI Development & Marketing Coordinator and are Open Until Filled.
mative
action employer. Preference is given to
•ESS Teacher
Salaries are based on education, skills and experience. Basic qualified Hopi, Navajo and other Native American
fringe benefits will be provided, however health, dental, and
•Substitute Teacher
vision insurance are not available at this time. Applications applicants. Individuals with disabilities are encourClassified
aged to apply.
and full position descriptions are available upon request and
can be picked up and returned to The Hopi Foundation c/o
For an application and job description, please call
Bus Driver
Executive Director:
505-566-5880 or send email to
•One-On-One Care Assistant (2) positions (Male The Hopi Foundation * PO Box 301, Kykotsmovi, AZ 86039
info@nativedisabilitylaw.org.
* Ph: (928) 734-2380 * info@hopifoundation.org
Preferred)
www.hopifoundation.org
•Procurement Technician
To apply, submit cover letter and resume to:
Therese E. Yanan
•Receptionist (Temporary 120 days)
Executive
Director
LEGALS
All positions are required to undergo an intensive
Native American Disability Law Center, Inc.
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Hopi Tutuveni
February 5, 2019
Page 7
PUZZLES & GAMES
Larry’s Corner
Photo by https://wallpapersnest.com/
Reformation of Education
By LARRY WATAHAMAGEE
The Hopi Tutuveni
Down
1. Tuuqwavi
2. Tupko
3. Kwaayo
8. Totsa
9. Sinom
12. Piptsa
14. Kiisi
16. nu’o’kwa
17. Tihu
Across
4. Sewa
5. Teevep
6. Awta
7. Naawusi
9. Sisvi
10. Toho
11. Penso
13. Pëëp
15. Tooki
18. Palaviki
19.Maatavi
Cross Word Puzzle
Find the English words for the Hopi
words.
Answers in next issue
Answers for December 4th edition
Across
1. BearPaw, 2. Ladder, 4. Head, 8. Language, 9. Plaza, 10. Hip, 12. Lightning, 14. Brother, 15. Draw, 16.
Sand
Down
1. Bullfrog, 3. Bearstrap, 4. Hear, 5. A lot, 6. Haircut, 7. Children, 11. Finger, 13. Worm, 15. Dance
Hopilavit - Anatomy and Everyday Words
I Y O H O O
A Q A P U T
L A S K W A
A O M B P I
Q A H O P I
I Z M A L A
I A L A I P
T X V S I R
Y U N G Y A
A W A S B N
T F Q P E I
K O V O R I
A K U B T Y
Y I Z U A O
K W A K W H
G A E V I K
Find the Hopi Words
Body Parts & Bones
Hokya - Leg
Ho`ota - Back
Kuktönsi - Heel
Kuktupaqa - Ankle
Kuku - Foot
Kukvosi - Toe
Kwaapi- Neck
Maa’at - Arm
Malatsi - Finger
Mo’a - Mouth
Namo - Shin
Naqvu - Ear
Öyi - Chin
Pi’ala - Hip
Pono - Stomach
Qötö - Head
B D S U K Y A K T S I Z
K U K U K V O S I V U H
L I C P U G N U S T K A
I Y I K A A H Q U A U A
S N O T K U K W V W Y L
T S I B K W A A P I T A
I U M E Q N O S H T I Y
O Y C W T A Y W A S W I
A A S A M P I B U Q A Y
Z N H U U H U K Y A N A
P O A W H A U S X L A M
K I T M O K N E D F Q I
Y P O N O I P N A S A I
D C Q W T Y W P F C Y T
A M A A A T H I S A T P
I I T O N V O L O D B Z
Sukyaktsi - Shoulder
you
Tamö - Knee
Kyaktayti’i - Hurry
Tawitsqa - Chest
Okiwa - Pity
Taywa - Face
Piep - Again and again
Tönvölö - Adams Apple Piiyi - I don’t know
Tsungu - Ribs
Pitu - Arrive
Yaqa - Nose
Qahopi - Misbehaving
Conversation Words
Sampi - Even so
Askwali - Fem. Thank
Senpi - Perhaps
you
Sonqe - Have to
Haaki - Wait
Suyan - Definitely
Haalayi - Happy
Tiikive - Ceremonial
Hakiy - Who
Dance
Hisat - When
Tiimayi - Spectator
Huuhukya - Windy
Tuwanta - Try
Isti - Gee!
Yori - Look
Iyohoo - Cold
Yungyaa - Enter, come in
Kwakha - Masc. Thank
Yuku - Finish
“EDUCATION IS THE KEY TO
SUCCESS”…we hear that a lot on
the Hopi reservation. Of course I
have a degree, and yes a cat can
graduate too. Granted it’s not a fancy degree like a PhD, but it’s something.
When I was sitting at my high
school graduation before a speaking
dignitary, he said that every one of us
will become successful and each one
of us “should” leave the reservation
to learn something and when we do,
we were to come back and teach our
people what we learned.
Now, I did exactly as he instructed, I left the reservation, I got an
education and then came back to the
reservation, but it took me nearly 10
years to finally get a job here on the
reservation that pays kind of well.
Granted I’m not celebrity rich but its
money for food and cat toys.
I later learned that in my graduating class, only 2% actually attained a
degree, became quite successful and
have been providing for themselves
like real adults. The other 98% of my
other classmates are living from paycheck to paycheck with no real secondary education and living off the
government like many of our Hopi
people here on the reservation. Nevertheless, they are successful in their
own ways, even if it’s not celebrity
rich.
See, on the Hopi reservation, the
high school graduation success rate
is at an all-time high, but in that
success rate, the numbers don’t always add up to successful adults or
successful living. You see, in high
school, they don’t fully prepare you
for the real world. They teach you
how to take a test, and that’s about
it. That’s what their job is, to teach
you what’s required to pass the tests
and get you graduated and out of
high school. There is no actual common-sense type of learning about
the real world and what you could
encounter if you were not to go to
college. When you look at it, most
of the reservation is filled with people who ONLY have a high school
diploma or GED at best; so getting
a job on the reservation is a real hassle for some of the Hopi people. It
seems, only on the Hopi reservation
is where you have to possess some
sort of degree or know someone here
at the Hopi Tribe in order to work at
the tribe. And it also seems that the
Hopi Tribe hiring authority gives out
jobs to people who they know, and
not what they know. But that’s just
my cat opinion, #meow.
On the other hand our fearless
council members think we need to
reform our school system in order to
have more successful students and
to have more successful Hopis here
on the reservation. I say we need
more housing, more jobs, and more
economic development first. It’s like
making a pie; you can have all the
ingredients to cook the best pie in the
world, but we lack the stove to cook
it in. Because we forgot the most
important thing to complete our pie,
right? Our education and our economy is like that, we have everything
to become successful Hopis but we
need the end products such as jobs,
homes, and the reinforcement of
how to live successfully here on the
Hopi reservation. Plain and simple, I
would think but again that’s just my
plain cat opinion.
Now, I have to thank the Hopi
Board of Education for trying to find
a solution to our education problems.
It seems though, that they are using
the good ole’ “selling us a brand new
type of car” method that we simply
cannot pay for. Money is always an
issue here. We simply don’t have
enough money in our pockets to
gamble any further. Sheesh, we aren’t even “truly” a gaming tribe, so
how can gamble anyway?
YES, we need some sort of overhaul with our education and YES, we
are doing something to cure this issue, and YES all parents, guardians,
sooh’s, gwaha’s, aunties, uncles, and
the entire public are open to accepting some kind of change for our education and economy. BUT, jumping
the gun without finding an end goal
is just like shooting at a backboard
without the goal and net. And with
that situation, we may never know if
we scored or not. Something about
being able to see the ball go round
that ring or hearing the “swish” of
the net is just so satisfying to some
that they won’t even venture at playing with a backboard only.
You see, when you live on the
Hopi reservation, the biggest hold
back is POLITICS, we think. Some
of us think that the Hopi government is very corrupt and we only see
our trusted government filling their
pockets with our trust, hopes, and
dreams only for them to exchange
it for greenbacks and keeping it as
their own. But nonetheless, politics are here to stay like our second
cousin that does not have a job and
sleeps on the couch, and eats all of
our Cheetos, but mom is too nice to
kick him out…but I digress.
Every day we deal with politics
and just like our education system
and economic system we have politics. We just have to understand that
politics may be good at some point
and kind of what makes the world go
round. If we just focus on the negatives of politics, we will always
blame the “hope-stealing” politicians
but if you get involved and voice
your opinions, you might just make
a positive change. Who knows?
My advice to you is that education
here on the reservation is very iffy.
We want to become like white men,
learn their education, live their ways,
and work in the white man’s world
to buy white man’s shiny things, but
we also want to become more Hopi
without Western Society’s influence,
that’s tough. I say, keep it simple,
live how your Hopi elders tell you
to live. We can have Western Society tell us how to live, but we’re
Hopi, with a strong sense of how
we should govern ourselves, we just
need to learn how to do that first.
Want to ask Larry something? Email him: meowatlarry@gmail.com
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Hopi Tutuveni
February 5, 2019
Construction and Temporary Administrative Office
Moves Occurring at the Hopi Tribal Buildings
Edgar Shupla, Office of Facilities
and Risk Management Services
KYKOTSMOVI, Ariz. - The Hopi
Tribe’s three main buildings in Kykotsmovi are currently in renovation for
improving facilities to comply with
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
standards.
TENTATIVELY and during the period
of February 11, 2019 through March 29,
2019 the Legislative and Honanie Buildings will be closed for the ADA Projects.
A list of all the affected offices and
where they will be temporarily moved for
continued operations are as follows:
Honanie Building Programs/Services:
•All Department of Natural Resources programs/services will be at the Hopi
Veteran’s Memorial Center – Gym area.
(Contact numbers will remain)
•Land Information Services will be in
the Two Story Building – Second Floor;
Administration Building within the Community Planning/Economic Development
Office. (Contact numbers will remain)
•Solid Waste Management Program
will be in a room close to the HVMC
Manager’s office. (Contact numbers will
remain)
•The Department of Public Safety and
Emergency Services will be in the Hopi
Resources Enforcement Services Building. (Contact Hopi Rangers Station phone
number and advertised emergency cell
phone numbers for more information)
Legislative Building Offices:
•Chairman’s Office will be in the Two
Construction at the Hopi Tribal Complex (Photo by Romalita Laban)
Story Building – Second Floor; Administrative Conference Room (DATS). (Contact numbers will remain)
•Vice Chairman’s Office will be in the
Two Story Building – First Floor; Education Department (First floor). (Contact
numbers will remain)
•Tribal Secretary’s Office will be in the
Risk Management Training/Conference
Room. (Contact numbers will remain)
•Enrollment will be in the Two Story
Building – First Floor; Education Department (First floor. (Contact numbers will
remain)
•Tribal Operations will be at the BIA
Hopi Agency Building located in Keams
Canyon, Ariz. (Contact numbers are not
available at this time)
•Executive Director will be in the Two
Story Building – First Floor; Department
of Health and Human Services Office
(Contact number will remain)
•Department of Public Works will be in
the Two Story Building – First Floor; Department of Health and Human Services
Office. (Contact number will remain)
Tribal departments and staff can be
contacted via the Hopi Tribe’s PBX Operator, if phone numbers are not readily
known or available. Security staff stationed in the buildings can also be asked
for directions to the various offices in the
buildings.
PICTURES BELOW
Photo credit by Romalita Laban
Construction at the Hopi Tribal Complex (Photo by Romalita Laban)
Construction at the Hopi Tribal Complex (Photo by Romalita Laban)
Construction at the Hopi Tribal Complex (Photo by Romalita Laban)
Construction at the Hopi Tribal Complex (Photo by Romalita Laban)
Construction at the Hopi Tribal Complex (Photo by Romalita Laban)
Construction at the Hopi Tribal Complex (Photo by Romalita Laban)
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