Pueblo of Isleta website: www.isletapueblo.co (2025)

Volume 20 Issue 1

Isleta Pueblo News

Pueblo of Isleta website: www.isletapueblo.co

January 2025

GOVERNOR’S REPORT

Happy New Year’s to all! I wish the

community many blessings in the

new year. I also hope you had a lovely

holiday season to enjoy Christmas with

your families and friends as well as our

Christmas dances.

I would like to Congratulate my First

Lieutenant, Eugene Jiron, on his recent

election victory to serve as the Governor

of Isleta for the next two years. I know

that he will carry the community towards

a better future along with his lieutenants.

I would also like to thank all of the POI

departments for doing a great job over the

last two years. And last, thank you to the

Tribal Council for your support.

I also want to thank the community

for their support and prayers for the

illness that is affecting me. I hope and

pray nobody goes through this medical

situation that has befallen on me. I hope

that when I am better, that I will meet my

community again.

I would like to share my condolences to

the families that have recently lost their

loved ones in the month of December.

HaWuh,

Governor Max Zuni

Pueblo of Isleta

We want you to be part of the Santa Fe Indian School Family! The

Santa Fe Indian School 25-26 Admission Application is available

on our website until February 1, 2025. Applications are welcome

from future Braves and Lady Braves who will be entering grades

7-12 in the 25-26 school year.

SFIS provides students with a strong educational foundation,

excellent student support, and a nurturing environment that

honors the cultural and traditional beliefs of our students. We

prepare our students with “the skills to pursue the education or

careers that will benefit them, their families, and their people.” Our

Student Living Program provides residential living for our middle

and high school students in suite-style dorms. Our staff nurture

our students by providing a safe, healthy, and comfortable living

environment focused on supporting our students’ development as

individuals and members of their home communities. The SFIS

Athletic Program hosts 13 High School Varsity sports, as well as

a variety of sub varsity sports, and 10 Middle School programs.

SFIS is a full member of the NMAA (New Mexico Activities

Association) and is highly competitive in district 2-3A.

Inquiries are welcome. Contact the SFIS Office of Admissions

at (505) 989-6370 or admissions@sfis.k12.nm.us. Information

regarding the application dates and process can be accessed on

our website, www.sfis.k12.nm.us/admissions/apply-now

Goodwill

Goodwill Goodjobs! Serving Albuquerque south valley/Isleta

Pueblo, and Valencia County

We offer individual free assistance with job search, interview

skills, and resume assistance.

Contact : Vicki Herring

Career Specialist at

505-944-0289

Vicki Herring

Career Specialist

Goodwill Industries of New Mexico

_____________________________________

vherring@goodwillnm.org

505-944-0289 or 505-881-6401 x4097

201 Desert Willow Rd, Los Lunas, NM 87031

www.Goodwillit.org

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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

DDEADLINE for February Newsletter articles is set

for Wednesday, January 22, 2025, at 4:30 pm. Articles

may be dropped off at the Library or emailed to Nathaniel.

Lujan@isletapueblo.com. Should you email your article,

expect a confirmation email. If you do not receive a

confirmation email, odds are it never made it to me and

then it’s time to panic, so call Nate at 505.869.9808.

People who wish to submit an article or flyer are responsible

for generating their own article or flyer. Should you need

help, please call the Library at 505.869.9808 and set up a

date and time to sit down with a Library staff member who

will help you throughout the process. The Library will NOT

accept notes dropped off at the Library or information over

the phone to generate your article.

PROBATES need to be published in the Newsletter for

two consecutive months. Probates are considered court

documents, therefore, all submitters must provide: 1)

Name of Deceased, 2) Date of Deceased 3) Court Case #

and 4) Date of Court Date. A Probate form can be found on

the Newsletter Archive page at http://www.isletapueblo.

com/newsletters.html .

CLASSIFIED ADS: The new administration has requested

that the Newsletter start a Classified Ad section for Tribal

members selling land, houses, mobile homes, vehicles, and

farm equipment. Leasing of houses and mobile homes will

be accepted. Smaller items which can be sold at the local

flea markets or weekly yard sales will NOT be accepted.

Currently, this service is FREE to Tribal members. Land,

houses, and mobile homes must be within the reservation

boundaries. Ads must meet the 160 character limit. Ads

that exceed the 160 characters will NOT be submitted into

the Newsletter. A single picture may be submitted with

the ad. Submitters of classified ads are responsible for

generating their own ads as this is a FREE service.

As a reminder, Tribal business owners may submit a small

flyer at no charge. Like the classified ads, business owners

are responsible for generating their own flyers as this is a

FREE service.

Classified ads and business flyers will be posted no

more than two consecutive months. In the event where

the Newsletter may exceed the 24-page limit, classified

ads and business flyers will be “bumped” for newsletter

articles. Again, this is a FREE service for Tribal members.

The Isleta Newsletter is owned and operated by the Pueblo

of Isleta. Therefore, the Governor of the Pueblo of Isleta

has the final say of all articles and contents within the

Isleta Newsletter.

For additional questions, you my call the Library and

speak with Nate or Diane at 505.869.9808.

Thank you,

Nathaniel Lujan

Newsletters may be found at the fifteen distribution

locations listed below. Remember, Digital copies of the

Newsletter may be obtained from the Newsletter archive

at http://www.isletapueblo.com/newsletters.html

The fifteen Newsletter distribution locations are:

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4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

9.

10.

Health

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12.

13.

14.

15.

TR 2 & TR 22 - Chical SE of Community Hall

TR 10 - Behind the old 47 Sales

TR 1 & TR 5 – Ranchitos / Bosque Farms

Reservations Line

Ranchitos Park

Post Office - Big Tree

TR 82 & TR 84 - Teller Road

TR 78 & TR 82 - Carlos Trujillo Sr.

TR 90 @ Y - CF Padilla

Mouse Town Park –

Health Center – South end of

Center Parking lot

Library Sunlight & Moonlight Intersection

TR 6 - 47 Intersection

TR 12 - 47 & 147 intersection (Old Smoke & Save)

TR 71 & TR 54 @ Y - Holiday Robot / Paved Road /

Railroad Tracks

TR 45 & TR 40 @ Y - Tata Mel (POI Signage)

January 2025

January 2025

Isleta Pueblo News

PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT

IT’S COLD OUT THERE

Colder temperatures are here – it’s time to protect

your plumbing from the freezing temperatures.

Sewer piping can freeze – especially underneath a

modular home. Take time now to check your piping

– both water and sewer lines. Any exposed water

or sewer pipe should be protected with heat tape,

insulation, or other means to help prevent the pipes

from freezing. If you have a modular home, please

ensure the skirting is in good condition and if there is

no skirting, do what you can to protect the underside

of the house from the cold.

Swamp coolers should be properly winterized. The

water supply line should be removed from the spigot

or frost-free and drained. Frost-frees should not be

left in the open position; remove any hoses from the

frost-free and close the frost-free. When left open,

the frost-free cannot drain the water that is inside

the unit. The frost-free is designed to drain itself

when the handle is put in the closed position, which

should prevent freezing.

Check the toilets in your home for leaks. A faulty

flapper unit will allow water to continually flow

through the toilet and right down the drain. If the

home is on a septic system, the excessive water will

saturate the leach field causing it to fail. If your home

is on the main sewer service, the treatment facility

will have to “clean” up the wasted water.

Check all the fixtures for leaks. Leaking showers,

tubs, sinks, and toilets will waste water. Make

repairs to leaking fixtures to conserve water, which is

a precious resource. If you need help making repairs,

contact Housing at 505-869-4153.

Public Works no longer has funding available to

assist Tribal Members with repairs for services such

as sewer back-ups, and water leaks on your service

line or inside the home. The previous Tribal Council

did not approve funding for services. We are hoping

this will change in the future but as of right now,

these services are not being provided.

Homeowners should know where the main shut-off is

to their residence. Most homes have a main interior

shut-off valve and everyone in the home should know

where it is located. In the event of a water leak inside

the home, shutting off the water quickly will prevent

additional damage from occurring. Toilets and sinks

should have isolation valves going directly to the

fixture. Have you ever tested these isolation valves

to ensure they work? It is much more convenient to

shut off the fixture’s isolation valve and not the entire

home to make repairs.

Each residence should also have an exterior water

shut-off. Locating this shut-off can be challenging.

Housing employees may not know exactly where the

shut-off’s location is for every property on the Pueblo.

Locating your exterior shut-off should be done now

while it is not an emergency. Placing a marker of

some type near the shut-off will save time in the

event you have an emergency and need the water

shut off as soon as possible. It takes time for a crew

to be dispatched to assist you, especially after normal

working hours. The employees need to get to the yard

to get a work truck, drive to your location, and then

begin searching for the shut-off device. All of which

takes time. Meanwhile, water could be leaking inside

your home causing additional damage.

Be prepared and protect your piping from the cold.

Check the isolation valves at each fixture; and know

how to turn off your water in an emergency. Locate

and mark your exterior water shut-off - keeping in

mind there could be snow on the ground.

If you have any questions, please call the Public

Works office at 505-869-5170.

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Job Postings

Visit us online at http://

www.isleta.com/career-opportunities.aspx

Fax: 505-244-8232

January 2025

Pueblo of Isleta

Career Opportunities

Position Posting

Office Location

Closing Date

Police Department

Open Until Filled

ARCHIVIST

Cultural & Historic

Preservation

Open Until Filled

ASSISTANT AQUATIC

COORDINATOR

Parks & Recreation

Open Until Filled

ASSOCIATE GENERAL

COUNSEL I

Legal

Open Until Filled

COOK I

Elder Center

Open Until Filled

COOK I

Head Start

Open Until Filled

DIRECTOR, HUMAN

RESOURCES

Human Resources

Open Until Filled

EMT BASIC (3 Positions)

Health Services

Open Until Filled

EMT - INTERMEDIATE (2

Positions)

Health Services

Open Until Filled

GROUNDS MAINTENANCE

WORKER

Public Works

Open Until Filled

HIGHER EDUCATION

COORDINATOR

Department of Education Open Until Filled

HOME CARE ATTENDANT

Elder Center

Open Until Filled

IRRIGATION TECH

Agricultural Division

Open Until Filled

IRRIGATION & LANDSCAPE

TECHNICIAN

Parks & Recreation

Open Until Filled

LIFEGUARD

Parks & Recreation

Open Until Filled

LIFEGUARD ASSISTANT

Parks & Recreation

Open Until Filled

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

I, II or Ill

Public Works

Open Until Filled

MULTIMEDIA SPECIALIST

Department of Education Open Until Filled

NURSE PRACTITIONER

Health Services

Open Until Filled

PARKS MAINTENANCE

WORKER

Parks & Recreation

Open Until Filled

PERSONAL CARE SERVICE

AIDE

Elder Center

Open Until Filled

PHYSICAL THERAPIST

Health Services

Open Until Filled

PLUMBER

Public Works

Open Until Filled

POLICE OFFICER I

Police Department

Open Until Filled

POLICE OFFICER II

Police Department

Open Until Filled

RANGELAND DATA MONITOR

Natural Resources

Open Until Filled

ROADWAY MAINTENANCE

WORKER II

Transportation Services

Open Until Filled

STATE-TRIBAL CHILD

WELFARE ATTORNEY

Legal

Open Until Filled

STATE-TRIBAL IFPA

COORDINATOR

Social Services

Open Until Filled

TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER

Transportation Services

Open Until Filled

TRUANCY COORDINATOR

Truancy

Open Until Filled

UTILITY WORKER

Public Works

Open Until Filled

VETERAN SUPPORT SERVICE

Elder Center

Open Until Filled

WATER/WWTP OPERATOR I-IV

Public Works

Open Until Filled

ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER

January 2025

Transit Services Now Serving the

Pueblo of lsleta

The Pueblo of lsleta and the Rio Metro

Regional Transit District Working Together

Bus Route 208 (No Fares until further notice!)

Bus Route 208 connects the Pueblo of lsleta and

Valencia County communities to the Alvarado

Transportation Center (ATC) in Downtown

Albuquerque during the morning/midday when

the Rail Runner does not operate. Route 208

features three northbound trips arriving at the

ATC at 9:30am, 11:00am and 1:30pm, and three

southbound trips departing the ATC at 9:35am,

11:05am and 1:32pm. At the ATC, riders can

transfer to ABQ RIDE bus routes.

Route 208 serves two bus stops on the Pueblo

of lsleta. The stop closest to the village proper is

located on NM 147 just east of the Rio Grande

Bridge. Please do not park and leave vehicles

unattended on the adjoining roads near this

stop, as the bus and other vehicles use these

roads to turnaround and access other locations.

Route 208 also stops

at the lsleta Pueblo

Rail Runner Station,

where riders can

transfer to the lsleta

Resort and Casino

shuttle.

Because

the bus serves the

station, riders can

also consider using Route 208 in combination

with the Rail Runner, for example, taking the bus

to Downtown Albuquerque in the mid­morning and

returning by train in the evening.

Please see route flyer that includes map, times

of Bus Route 208. (No Fares until further notice!)

Pueblo of lsleta Dial-a-Ride (No Fares until

further notice!)

The Pueblo of lsleta Dial-a-Ride operates Monday

through Friday from 8:15am to 2:45pm, providing

trips within the Pueblo and to the ABQ RIDE Route

53 bus stop on NM 314. Service to places like

Smiths, Albertsons and Wal-Mart in Los Lunas is

also provided with requests made before noon at

least one business day prior to your trip.

Request your Dial-a-Ride trip by calling Valencia

County dispatch at (505) 352-3595 before noon

at least one business day prior to your trip.

Requests are accepted between 5:00am and

3:00pm Monday thru Friday. On the date and time

of your trip, a wheelchair accessible van will arrive

within 15 minutes of your scheduled pickup time.

Trips may also be grouped together; riders should

expect to travel with others.

For more information about both services,

including a copy of the Route 208 schedule, visit

riometro.org and select "Schedules"> "Bus">

"Pueblo of lsleta" from the grey bar near the top

of the website. Schedules for Route 208 are also

available at the Public Services Department Office

at the Tribal Services Complex.

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January 2025

January 2025 Newsletter

Pueblo of Isleta Department of Education Team

505-869-9790

As we embark on a new year, the Department

of Education is excited to support your

journey and help you achieve your goals!

It's incredible to think that 2025 marks a

quarter-century of dedication to education.

Together, we can make this year even more

impactful.

We believe that positive change and

healthy habits can transform our lives.

Whether your goal is academic, personal,

or professional, we're here to assist you in

every step.

The recent lawsuits by tribes highlight

the urgent need to address the negative

consequences of excessive social media use.

As we move into the new year, reflect on

your own usage of social media and the

amount of time you spend using different

applications. Social media is very influential

and can significantly impact the daily lives

of those who use it. Be mindful of how you

let social media drive your decisions, don’t

let social media define you!

Let's work together to elevate education in

our community, state, and nation. While

systemic challenges exist, we can all play

a role in creating positive changes. By

reflecting on our own experiences and

taking advantage of the resources available,

we can maximize our educational journey.

Our department offers a variety of programs

and opportunities to support you. Please

explore the information below and don't

hesitate to reach out with any questions.

Who are you, who do you want to be,

and what are you working toward?

Limiting the control social media may

have on you!

Based on an article from the American

Psychological Association on April 1, 2024,

the average number of hours teens spend

on social media apps is approximately 4.8

hours per day. “YouTube, TikTok, and

Instagram account for 87% of their social

media time. “

On October 1, the Standing Rock tribe filed a

complaint charging social media companies

“with being a public nuisance, negligence

and deceptive practices.” (Standing Rock

Tribe is latest to sue social media companies

for alleged mental health effects, By: John

Hult - October 3, 2024). The article indicates

that there are a large number of youth in

the Standing Rock community who are

anxious, depressed, or suicidal.

We understand that the Standing Rock

tribe is not alone, with similar lawsuits

from the Fond du Lac Tribe in Minnesota,

Spirit Lake Nation in North Dakota, and

the Menominee Tribe in Wisconsin to name

a few. In September 2024, the New Mexico

Attorney General filed a lawsuit against

Snapchat indicating there are not enough

safety controls to ensure the safety of young

people.

Our community does not remain unaffected

by technology and the unlimited access it

provides. Social media provides a space

where you can connect and share with

many beyond your imagination. Have

you ever been at the dinner table with a

phone vibrating or beeping while you are

trying to have a conversation? Many find

it challenging to put the phone aside for

even a few minutes feeling that they must

immediately react to the recent chat, text,

or social media post.

Digital Detox:

Regularly disconnect from technology to

recharge and reduce stress. Take a walk

outside, play with your younger relatives,

spend time with animals, or just simply

breathe in the outdoor air and take time to

relax and reflect.

Healthy Relationships:

How Can We Protect Ourselves?

As individuals, we can take steps to

mitigate the harmful effects of social

media:

Mindful Usage:

Be aware of the time you spend on social

media and set limits. Make it a point to

turn off or silence your phone at certain

times of the day, especially when you are

with others – show them you are respectful

and present.

Prioritize real-life connections and limit

virtual interactions. Visit your relatives,

and ask them to share stories about their

childhood. Make a meal together or help

them with some daily chores.

Seek Support:

If you or someone you

know is struggling

with mental health

issues, reach out

to a trusted friend,

family

member,

or mental health

professional. There

are many people in

the community you

can reach out to,

don’t hesitate to ask

for help.

Mental Health Resources from We R Native

(wernative.org/resources). Please note, We

R Native is NOT monitored 24/7. If you

need immediate help with grief, anxiety,

stress, or sadness, please text NATIVE to

741 741. The Crisis Text Line will connect

you with a free Crisis Counselor with 24/7

support. You can also dial or text 988 from

any phone for free mental health support

24/7.

• Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

o Dial or text 988 for free 24/7

support | 988lifeline.org

• Crisis Text Line

o Text NATIVE to 741741 |

crisistextline.org | For free crisis

counseling 24/7

Critical Thinking:

Question the authenticity of information

and avoid comparing yourself to others.

Filters are often used in many social media

posts, do not compare yourself to what’s

online. Focus on setting some healthy goals

for yourself, where do you want to be in the

next five years?

• Mental Health America

o Contact 1-800-969-6642 | Text

MHA to 741741 | mhanational.org

• Teens Helping Teens

o Contact 1-800-852-8336 |

Text YLNATIVE to 839 863 |

theyouthline.org

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• We R Native Caring Messages – to

remind you how awesome you are!

o Text CARING to 65664 | Text

COLLEGE to 65664 | wernative.org/mymind

• Boys Town Suicide and Crisis Line

o

Contact 800-448-3000 or 800-448-

1833 (TDD) | Text VOICE to 20121

| BoysTown.org/hotline

• Teen Line

o

Contact

(310)855-HOPE

TeenLineOnline.org

|

• Reach Out

ReachOut.com

Let’s work together to create a healthier

digital environment where technology

enhances our lives, rather than hinders

them. Remember, you are more than

your social media feed. Your worth is

not determined by likes, comments, or

followers.

Be the change you wish to see in the digital

world. We hope that each day you can take

another step towards your plans and goals.

You can do it! The Department of Education

is here to support you in your academic and

language goals. Together we can create a

healthier community!

Department of Education Team

Winter Wonderland

Joy and togetherness filled the atmosphere.

Family Night: A Winter Wonderland

embodied the incredible spirit of our

community. Sparkling lights and heartfelt

laughter created unforgettable memories

for community members of all ages. The

Chical Reception Hall was bustling with

community members excited to celebrate

the magic of the Christmas season. Students

enjoyed craft stations where they were

able to create ornaments, superb wooly

winter animals, and festive decorations. A

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highlight of the evening was when Santa

appeared. Santa listened attentively to

the children’s Christmas wishes. Students

and families were able to enjoy an array

of activities and crafts. There was also the

opportunity to learn about support services

that will prove beneficial. From the festive

decorations to the delightful activities every

detail was thoughtfully curated to create a

sense of awe and wonder and create lasting

memories for our community members.

The Department would like to extend

the warmest sense of gratitude to all the

volunteers and partners. We would also

like to extend a big thank you to Pueblo of

Isleta Department: Truancy, Police, Solid

Waste, Behavioral Health, and Natural

Resources. Your dedication and enthusiasm

brought the community together in the

most wonderful way.

Tutoring of Other Supports

The tutoring program aims to support students in achieving academic

success by providing one-on-one sessions. This semester math proved a

popular subject for requested help. This ranges from math fundamentals

up to algebra. This semester the Los Lunas Public School District has

provided a credit recovery teacher. This specialized teacher will allow

students to move more effectively and faster through their credit recovery.

This unique opportunity supports students in graduating on time. The

credit recovery teacher assists students from Los Lunas High School,

Valencia High School, and Century High School. This program has created

a larger high school audience within the tutoring program as shown by

the 50.2% of attendees being a high school student. The tutoring program

has also offered support for Adult Education. If you or anyone you know

is looking to earn their GED or HiSet the tutoring program is certainly

able to help you achieve your goals. The month of October tends to be

the month with higher attendance. Grading periods surround the month

of October. October starts immediately after the first grading period has

ended and the second grading period ends with October.

The Department is immensely proud of the dedication and resilience

demonstrated by students this semester. Education is a shared journey,

and our community’s commitment to sharing in this journey is inspiring.

As students return from break, the Department encourages everyone to

take time to recharge and reflect on the incredible progress that has been

made. Our wish is to continue to build momentum in the coming year.

From the Department of Education Academic Success Program

High School Students

Hope you all had a great holiday season!

A new year means a new grading period

with a fresh start and new opportunities

to maintain good grades. The Department

of Education has various ways to help you

succeed in high school. It is all up to you

to take advantage of the opportunities that

are available, such as after-school tutoring,

homework help, meeting with students and

parent(s), and helping you advocate for

yourself while in high school.

Attention Los Lunas School District

parents, as the 1st semester grading period

concluded in December it is important that

you check your parent portal as report

cards will not be sent out. If you don’t have

a parent portal and need to sign up, we

can help you. You can also call the school

and request your child’s report card. If we

have a release of information on file, we

can request grades as well. If your student

has failed a core class, credit recovery is

available for your student to make up the

grade. Credit recovery is a fee of $50.00

and is reimbursable from the Johnson

– O’Malley program. Signups are done

through the high school, after school, or

through the Department of Education. If

your student has failed an elective course,

they can only make those up the following

year within their daily schedule.

Albuquerque School District parents’

1st semester grading period ended as well

in December. Please log on to Parent Vue

to check your student’s grades. Parent Vue

also has an App that can be downloaded,

if you currently do not have the app and

would like our assistance, please reach out

to our office. If your student has failed a

class this semester, please reach out to your

school for their options on how your student

can make up the class. If there is a fee for

your student to make up the class, that can

be reimbursed from the Johnson – O’Malley

program.

January also means that all of you

graduating seniors only have 5 more

months of high school experience. Let’s

make these last few months a memorable

one, but also a successful one. If you are

planning on continuing your education

the Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is now

open. Any students who wish to continue

their education and get funding from the

Pueblo of Isleta must fill out this federal

application as one of the requirements.

This application can be found at https://

studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa.

If

you are need assistance with this form,

you may reach out to the Department of

Education and we can assist you.

Upcoming Event:

•

Senior Parent meeting Thursday,

January 9, 2025. We will have two

options for this event Option 1: 1:00

pm Hybrid (In-person @ Department of

Education Computer Lab & online (see

flyer for zoom code).

Option 2: 6:00 pm Chical Reception Hall

•

Celebrating Student Success Week:

The week of Tuesday, January 20th

thru Friday, January 24th (see flyer)

First Year College Students

As you complete your first year in

college, take some time to reflect on your

accomplishments and set some new goals

for the new semester. If you have not done

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your 2025-2026 FAFSA it is now open

to complete the form can be filled out at

https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/

fafsa. If you need any help with the form,

please reach out to our department.

Upcoming deadlines:

Supporting documents for the spring 2025

semester is Wednesday, January 15,

2025 11:59 pm.

Supporting documents

can be submitted through formstack @

https://isletapueblo.formstack.com/forms/

scholarship_application_supporting_

documents. Just a reminder that each

semester a new FNA, class schedule, official

transcripts, course verification form, and

degree plan are needed to complete your

file. The course verification form and degree

plan must be signed by your advisor.

The course verification form and degree plan

can be found at https://www.isletapueblo.

com/tribal-programs/educationalservices/10599-2/

Please NOTE: The FNA and Transcript

must be sent to poischolarships@

isletapueblo.com

If you have any questions about your

Higher Education file, please email

poischolarships@isletapueblo.com

or

contact Fran Mershon @ 505-869-9790.

We wish you all nothing but the best this

upcoming semester!

Shelly & Nissa

Higher Education says, “Welcome

home for the holidays. Congratulations

on completing another semester. We

are happy you are on break!”

Hobbies and tips for an enjoyable winter

break.

Cooking

Cooking is a useful hobby that will benefit

you and your family as they get to enjoy

your creations. Learning to love the process

of making meals will teach you a skill that

will be helpful for life and it will offer you a

creative outlet while still allowing you to do

something that’s practical.

Writing

Writing is a great way to spend this alone

time because you can express your thoughts

while also having an opportunity to get your

creative juices flowing.

Create Vision Boards

Making and keeping up with your vision

boards is a great thing to do when you’re

stuck in the house, and it will benefit you

in all areas of your life. Your vision board

will act as a daily reminder of your longterm goals and give you an easily accessible

source of motivation to help you work

toward them.

Create an Organizing Routine

If you’re ready to get organized, you can

make your system for getting rid of clutter

and maintaining a clean house. Create a

process that makes sense to you to help

you organize any belongings that you have

that don’t have their place to be put away.

After doing so, you will feel less stressed

and overwhelmed because when your living

and working space are both organized, you

will find it much easier to be productive

throughout the day.

Make Bread

A lot of people have taken up bread making

as a hobby during the COVID-19 pandemic,

and this is the perfect hobby to carry you

through the winter as well. Having fresh,

homemade bread right out of the oven is

extremely comforting, and much healthier

than the processed bread you would buy

from the grocery store.

Do Puzzles

Solving puzzles is a fun and challenging

hobby that you can do indoors alone or

with your family. And, even with the

omnipresence of smartphones, playing real,

tangible puzzles is still a common pastime

for people of all ages.

Upcycle

Upcycling helps reduce the amount of trash

we put back into land and you get to use

your creativity to make something new

out of something old. This means that in

addition to minimizing landfill waste, you’re

reducing production needs in factories for

new products, which helps reduce pollution,

CO2 emissions, etc.)

Read

Reading is a very personal hobby, but it

will benefit anyone who does it regularly.

Reading is a great escape from the real

world, and regardless of what genres you

choose, reading will exercise your brain,

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build your vocabulary, help you learn,

and reduce stress. If you want to relax, sit

back and listen to an audiobook, allowing

someone else to read to you. Reading before

you go to sleep can even help you sleep

better by putting your real-life worries

aside, disconnecting from technology, and

giving you something relaxing to do. But

it’s also a good idea to keep your book on

you during the day so if you get some free

time, you can pull out your book for some

mid-day relief.

Purge

Whether your closet is so full of junk that

you have no idea what’s way back there, or

you’ve been having a hard time closing your

desk drawers lately, it’s always relieving to

do a good purge and get rid of things you

don’t use or need anymore.

Volunteer in your community.

Volunteering as a higher education

scholarship recipient will help your local

community. Contact the Department of

Education for Volunteer Opportunities.

This ensures you can still make an impact

and pay it forward. Choose a cause you

believe in and find a matching volunteer

position.

Enjoy your break!

The Higher Education Team

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PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT

Happy New Year to Everyone! Can you

believe that another year just passed and

it’s 2025 now? Wow, time sure does fly

by. I hope everyone had a great Christmas

(2024) and an awesome and safe New Year!

We are all looking forward to 2025 and

are hoping to have more great events and

activities to offer all of you this year.

Our fitness section is getting ready for the

mad rush from tribal members who plan

on losing weight and/or getting fit as their

New Year’s resolution. We hope that we

see many of you here using both our fitness

facilities here at the main recreation center

and at the old recreation center (Pickle

Heights).

Our Sports Section is busy with Volleyball

and getting ready to start Basketball and

Cornhole, so keep your eyes peeled for

upcoming activities and events from our

Sports Section.

FITNESS SECTION

It is that time for a New Year and a new

you. What do you want for yourself this

year or what are your Health and Wellbeing needs this New Year? We all know

ourselves and our bodies, so what is your

body telling you? If your body is telling you

to exercise and you need a little motivation,

then the recreation center is waiting for you

to start your new workout routine for 2025.

3rd Saturdays of each month from 8:30

am to 11:30 am. We are also taking signups for the next session of swim lessons

which are slated to begin in January. Swim

lesson registration forms are available at

the front desk at the Rec Center or contact

Josh at 505-869-9783 for more details

on availability and registration. Isleta

Aquatics is still looking to hire and certify

lifeguards! If you know anyone interested in

becoming a lifeguard, please call or visit the

POI website for the job posting! For anyone

interested in information about Lifeguard

certification, child or adult swim lessons,

and other aquatic programming, please call

Josh at 505-869-9783.

RECREATION SECTION

Recreation is going well this year and

we still have slots available in our afterschool recreation program for students to

participate in. The after-school recreation

program provides many different activities

for the youth activities such as homework

help, Gym activities, Swimming, Arts

& Crafts, Outdoor play, and many

others. The hours are usually Monday

through Friday after school from 3:00

pm-5:30 pm and of course, we tailor our

program on the early days as well. For

more information, please contact LeeAnne

Zuni (Activities Coordinator) at 505-8699777.

PARKS MAINTENANCE SECTION

Our Parks crew has been busy with leaves

and other debris. Cutting off dead branches

from some of the older trees needed to

be done for safety reasons. All our parks

should be completely winterized for this

winter season and before we know it will be

getting ready for the Spring all over again.

SPORTS SECTION

As mentioned earlier we are still trying

to finish up our Adult Volleyball League,

the tournament will be held this month.

We are also preparing for the start of the

Adult Basketball League. We have had

conversations and we will be starting up our

Youth Tribal Basketball League this month

as well. It’s been a while since we’ve had

the Tribal Youth Basketball League and

we are looking forward to having it again.

This year we have 9 Pueblos committed to

this league, which is awesome. Come out

and support our Isleta Youth Team when

you get a chance. We will post information

about the games soon.

Currently, we have some new and exciting

classes that are impacting not just physical

health, but mental health as well, so come

by and get into these classes. We think

you’ll enjoy them.

•

Pilates Classes are held on Monday

evenings at 5:30 pm.

•

Yoga Classes are held on

Wednesday evenings at 5:30 pm

and Friday mornings at 10 am.

•

Water Aerobics classes are held

twice a day on Mondays and

Wednesdays at 11:00 am and

5:30 pm.

•

Spin classes are held on Tuesdays

and Thursday evenings at 5:30 pm.

Remember all our classes are free of charge

to you, so what are you waiting for? Come

down and meet our trainers, they are wellversed in the fitness field and ready to help

you and answer any questions you may

have about classes. They are all certified

trainers, as well, if you are interested in

one-on-one personal training sessions.

Please come down and schedule a session.

For more information, please call 505-8699777 and ask for the fitness staff. Don’t

wait any longer, we are looking forward to

your visit.

AQUATIC CENTER

Isleta Aquatics would like to wish everyone

a Happy New Year! If you’re looking to get

back in the pool, do not fear the cold outside.

We keep our swimming pool at 80-82 yearround, our Wading Pool at 90-92, and

our Jacuzzi at 101-103. We invite anyone

interested to join us for Water Aerobics

Mondays and Wednesdays, at 11:00am

and 5:30pm. We have lap swim available

from 5:30am - 8:30am (sign up required for

morning lap swim) as well as Open Swim

from 4:30pm to 7:30pm Monday through

Thursday, and 4:30pm-5:30pm Fridays.

We will have Open Swim on the 1st and

NATURAL RESOURCES

The Department of Natural Resources will be

providing a wood distribution for elders, disabled,

and social services requests to Tribal Members

ONLY. The wood will be 1 Full Cord of split

mixed cottonwood and mountain wood no

exception to changes. There will be a limit of 1

request per residence/month. Call our office at 505869-9817.

Attention: If you have a large supply of fire

wood at your residence you will be placed

on the back end of the list. There are other

residents that are truly in need.

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TED LUJAN

The Lujan Family

would like to express

its sincere gratitude

for the love and

support from family

and our community

during the loss of

our eldest brother,

Ted Lujan.

Ted

was a proud Father,

Grandfather, Brother,

and Uncle, but he was

a Proud Marine!

Ted joined the Marines

in 1977. After completing boot camp, he signed up

for Marine Sniper training, which he completed

and officially became a Marine Corps Sniper. Ted

carried out several missions in the Philippines and

other countries. When his service came to an end,

Ted was Honorably Discharged in 1981.

Upon coming home from Military Service Ted joined

the Grant Police Department where he was employed

for several years before moving to Valencia County

Sheriff’s Department. After several years with the

Valencia County Sheriff’s Department, Ted decided

it was time for a change. Ted found his new home

at Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Department where he

served approximately 15 years known by call sign

BCSO155. Ted had just taken his Sargent’s exam

before going on vacation when tragedy struck the

family in June of 1988 when Ted was involved in

a horrific accident that put him in a wheelchair

as a quadriplegic. During his stay at the Hospital

Ted was informed by his Commanding officer that

he had passed his Sargent’s Exam. Despite the

new challenges Ted had to face, severe depression,

and thoughts of worthlessness, Ted never stopped

fighting. Ted Retired from the Bernalillo County

Sheriff’s Department as a sergeant. For the next

32 years, Ted accepted his fate with grace and

gratitude never complaining. Ted then decided to

attend the University of New Mexico (UNM) where

he graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in psychology

with a Minor in Sociology.

In the summer of 2018, Ted suffered a Stroke which

left Ted slightly more paralyzed on his left side

making it difficult to drive his wheelchair and his

van. Slowly we noticed his speech had been affected

as well. Ted decided to stay at the VA hospital to be

cared for. Ted’s stay at VA Hospital was all of six

years when on October 30, 2024, at approximately

10:20 pm our Creator called Ted home to be with our

parents, sister, and his daughter Jackie.

Ted is survived by his Granddaughter Brooklyn

Lujan-Chaney, Brothers Kenneth and Paul Lujan,

and his several Nieces and Nephews, Aunts, Uncles,

and Cousins.

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ISLETA POLICE DEPARTMENT NEWSLETTER

JANUARY - 2025

2025!

So very hard to believe 2024 is behind us and

we are starting what hopes to be a successful

and wonderful year for all. The department

has undergone many positive changes over

the past year, and looks to continue to

progress in every aspect possible. We at the

Isleta Police Department hope to continue

to build a good working relationship with

community members and outside agencies.

We have added another to our growing

family and would like to introduce Officer

Paul Thain who joined the department a

couple of weeks ago.

My name is Paul Thain,

and I’m originally from

the United Kingdom. I

immigrated to the United

States in 2015 to become

a police officer. I got my

start in public safety in

2018 as a dispatcher,

where I worked for

three years before transitioning into law

enforcement. I was hired by the Bernalillo

Police Department, where I spent three and

a half years as a police officer.

During my time at Bernalillo PD, I became a

field investigator, assisting detectives with

severe crime investigations. I developed a

strong interest in firearms and became a

firearms instructor. My passion for police

work also includes K-9 units. I’ve had the

privilege of working with Sandoval County’s

K-9 teams on various narcotics cases and

other service calls, which strengthened my

admiration for their work and dedication.

In my free time, I enjoy practicing jiu-jitsu,

honing my skills at the shooting range,

and spending time with my family. I’ve

recently started learning how to ice skate

with my fiancée, which has been a fun new

challenge. I’m also an outdoor enthusiast

and love taking my dog on tough hikes to

see how far we can push ourselves.

I am looking forward to working with the

Isleta Police Department and meeting the

members of the community.

A reflection and recap of the divisions and

employees who contribute to the department

are as follows:

or

APD Crimestoppers

To Submit a Tip:

Call 505-843-STOP or visit the

Albuquerque Metro Crime Stoppers

website.

All information provided is

anonymous.

CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION

DIVISION

This division is composed of a sergeant and

two investigators who have also risen to

the challenges of criminal activity taking

RESIDENCY

A reminder to all, the Pueblo of Isleta Police

Department, working closely with the Codes

Compliance Officer, has been addressing

the complaints of the community regarding

residency. Please keep in mind we work

diligently to enforce these codes and obtain

the cooperation of those involved to follow

the proper procedures in applying for

residency status. Unfortunately, it does

take time for the process as an application

must be completed and submitted,

followed by a background check, and upon

completion, the packet is presented to the

Governor’s Office for approval or denial. A

reminder, until these steps have all been

completed, the applying party cannot reside

on the Pueblo until receipt of acceptance or

disapproval.

The sponsoring party can also face

consequences if they allow the individual to

reside at the home pending approval.

If denied residency, the individual may

be allowed to visit but cannot circumvent

the system by staying for several hours,

leaving for a few hours, and returning at

a later time. A visit is just exactly that,

a visit for perhaps three hours, and these

visits may occur consecutively during the

week and alternate weekends. Again, this

does not mean endless hours with a break

in between and return again.

If you have questions, please do not hesitate

to contact Codes Compliance Officer C.

Eaton or Officer Sharon Mitamura at the

Police Department.

With the many activities occurring from

mid-December on, many of the highlights

will be prepared and included in the

February newsletter, but we all hope your

holidays were enjoyed with friends and

family.

IHSP TRAFFIC

This division has grown this past year with

the promotion of J.P. Abeita to the position

of Traffic Sergeant supervising four

traffic officers who keep busy consistently

through the year with not only duties of

traffic enforcement, and investigations of

crashes, but also assist with community

place on the reservation with connections

to outsiders. The division effectively

investigates all information/leads brought

forth and has had success in charging

individuals and following the cases through

to prosecution.

Again, thanks to the hard work of this

division.

BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES

CLINICIAN

Another added position is that of the

clinician who is kept busy networking with

events with traffic control. They also hold

a required number of DWI Roadblocks and/

or saturation patrols. Also added to their

duties organizing and participating in

community events, as well as presentations

not only here, but at conferences in other

states.

We proudly had an officer complete and

become certified as a Drug Recognition

Expert which is highly advantageous when

impairment is not restricted to alcohol

alone.

Many thanks to this team for all of their

involvement in the community and outside,

as well as adding to the nationwide

recognition of their accomplishments.

The U.S. Department of Transportation

says that from now until New Year’s, law

enforcement sees the highest incidents of

drunk driving, making the holidays the

deadliest time to drive. From 2018 to 2022,

close to 5,000 people died in alcohol-related

crashes in December alone.

“Don’t Shatter the Dream Mobilization”

begins December 13, 2024, and runs through

January 1, 2025. This mobilization was first

launched in 2009 by the Bureau of Indian

Affairs and the program continues today.

Tribal law enforcement will be conducting

saturation patrols on tribal lands with

the intent to save lives. The department

asks if you are going to be celebrating and

drink, DON’T DRIVE. Find a designated

driver, take an Uber or other means of

transportation.

NARCOTICS

Narcotics are in abundance everywhere

around us and have filtered on to the

reservation for some time. It has taken

a toll on individuals here with addiction,

overdosing, and even death. A concerted

effort has been in play for quite some time

and though successful, the problem with

narcotics is far from over. Please help us

to combat this by submitting your tips

(anonymously) to the Isleta Crime Stoppers

below

multiple organizations to provide the best

resources available to the members of the

Pueblo. He has many years of experience

and worked in different organizations and

has brought insight into the problems faced

by individuals and assisted in helping

officers to recognize different aspects of

mental health issues encountered.

Together with an officer designated to assist

with follow-ups, etc., visits have been made

to determine if the person needs additional

resources, etc.

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COMMUNICATIONS

Another division that has increased in

size and is trained to effectively assist the

community, travelers, and anyone who

needs assistance. They are the hub of

communication from the calling party to

the officers in the field and are trained to

ensure sufficient information is gathered

and broadcast to the assigned officer(s)

to safely respond to these calls, provide

additional resources when required, and

document all aspects of the call. A stressful

situation faced by them all, but handled

professionally and efficiently and we

thank them as they are the lifeline for the

community and officers in the field.

ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF:

These are the individuals who handle

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paperwork,

preparation

of

reports,

processing of new employees, ensuring

discovery is completed and submitted,

working with officers and the list goes

on. The ladies who take care of all of

the administrative paperwork, purchase

requests, timekeeping, etc. are the hub of

information that must be maintained and

due an exceptional job. We thank you for

your efforts and diligence.

They have created a professional

environment and work diligently to recruit

and retain employees with requests for

incentives they research and apply for.

Their hard work is not unnoticed and the

community and the members of the police

department benefit from diligent efforts.

COMMAND STAFF:

With all of this said, you can be sure the

Police Department and all of its divisions

will continue to move forward in their

efforts to protect and serve the community.

There are challenges to be faced and the

department will do its very best to meet

those challenges.

As a member of this department for 18

years, I have seen the changes some good,

some not so good, but the strides taken and

accomplished by this department this past

year are more than worth mentioning. We

are almost fully staffed in patrol, the teams

mentioned above which have been created

and/or expanded.

Just reflections from observations

of a long-time employee of the

Pueblo of Isleta Police Department.

We thank the community for working with

us to meet this goal for 2025.

TRUANCY

Happy New Year to all!

We hope you had a wonderful and happy holiday season with family

and friends. Spending time with family is always important, not

just around the Christmas season, but throughout the year. May

the New Year bless you and your families with joy, love, peace, and

health.

In 2024, the Truancy Department participated in many events

within the community. As always, it was exciting and we enjoyed

each and every event. We were happy to take part in the following:

√

Isleta Elementary Valentine’s Day dance. There were

many fun activities such as a cake walk, ball toss, corn hole, and

music playing throughout the day. We also attended the Isleta

Head Start meet and greet day at Isleta Elementary School.

The Truancy Department provided root beer floats to students

and families who were present. There were games provided by

various POI Departments and lunch was provided by Isleta

Elementary School staff. We hope that the event does encourage

your child to attend Isleta Elementary.

√

We provided water bottles, Gatorade, and snack items, for

the Isleta Elementary basketball team, as well as duffle bags for

each team member.

√

We supported the Los Lunas High School Native American

Club with items for a food sale they sponsored, to raise money for

an educational trip to Alaska. Each student was also provided

with small travel items and pillows for this adventure. In return,

the students shared many of their products that came directly

from the fields they harvested, such as melons and squash; these

items were very delicious and very much appreciated, as we

shared them with fellow employees at the Tribal Complex.

√

We also attended student orientation/check-in at Santa

Fe Indian School and provided our students with items such as

laundry and snack items.

√

There was also the annual National Night Out that we

were happy to be a part of. The Truancy Department had a fun

cornhole game with many fun prizes. We also donated laundry

basket items for the raffle. It is always fun to see our community

come together, laughing, sharing, and communicating with each

other which is always great to see.

√

Halloween festivities are always a fun time! We enjoyed

joining in with the community to enjoy many games, Chik-fil-A

meals, and sweet treats that were provided to all attendees.

√

Last but not least, we also participated in a Family Night

that was hosted by the Department of Education. It was a nice

touch to be with the community and families during the holiday

season.

Thank you for all taking part and being active when these events

are sponsored for the community. As always, community is a big

part of all the success of our departments as well as sharing the

various ways that we support our families.

The Truancy Department works with the Department of Education

to encourage our students to attend school daily and obtain a high

school diploma. We understand this may not be an option for all

of our students, but if the traditional school setting is not a fit for

your student, then there are other options so that your student

can obtain their diploma. The Truancy Department has expanded

our incentive program to students who pursue their educational

goals with the support of the Isleta Higher Education Department.

As a reminder, this incentive program is not available only to

some students, but to all students who have perfect attendance

at the schools they attend, as long as we can verify and confirm

that students have no absences and/or tardies to class, you will be

eligible for an incentive each semester of school. You can contact

our department if you have any questions.

The Truancy Department looks forward to a successful 2025 school

semester. Now is the time to continue following your set goals and

continue doing your part in attending school and achieving passing

class grades.

We wish you all a great start…2025!!

Thank you,

Isleta Truancy Department

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Pueblo of Isleta Public Library

Happy New Year! As we turn the page to 2025, we’re excited to kick off January with a fresh

lineup of events, programs, and resources designed to inspire and engage our community.

Whether you’re looking to set new goals, cozy up with a good book, or dive into learning

something new, we have something for everyone. This month we want to highlight all our

FREE services, programs to jumpstart your creativity, and family-friendly activities to keep

the season bright. Don’t miss out on making the most of what your library has to offer.

News

A staff meeting will be scheduled sometime

during the first week of January. We will be

planning upcoming programs for children,

teens, and adults. The library will remain

open during this time, so don’t hesitate

to come on in and check out any library

material.

The library will be CLOSED on Wednesday,

January 1st in observance of New Year’s

Day. The library staff would like to wish

you good health, happiness, and prosperity

for 2025.

The library will be CLOSED on Monday,

January 20th in observance of Martin

Luther King Jr. Day. All library media

checked out on Thursday, January 16th

and Friday, January 17th will be due on

Tuesday, January 21st.

Our Summer Reading Program Planning

meeting will be on Monday and Tuesday,

January 6 and 7, and from 8 am-12 pm each

day, therefore we will be CLOSED during

that time. Once our planning meeting

has concluded we will resume regular

business hours. Our Junior and Youth

group curriculums will be developed and

turned into a 6-week program during the

summer. We will be addressing concerns

and recommendations from participants,

as well as staff from the previous year

so we can make some adjustments and

improvements. Please give us a call at 505869-9808 and a library staff member will be

happy to answer any questions or concerns

you may have about our Summer Reading

Program.

Please keep in mind with the upcoming

Holiday Season and unpredictable weather

that unexpected closures may occur. Notices

will be posted and up-to-the-minute notices

will be posted on all library social media

accounts and our library app notifications.

Reminder, for those of you who have

downloaded our library app, you need

to reactivate the app notifications in

your app settings after our app creators

experienced a nationwide glitch on the

Labor Day weekend in September 2024.

Have you returned your library material?

If you have had library material out more

than a calendar year, a fine will be applied

to your library account. If you have library

items at home, please return them in good

condition and there will be no fines applied

to your account. There are four ways to

check your account:

•

Visit our online library catalog at

https://isletapueblo.booksys.net/opac/

pipl/index.html and log on with your

library card number and pin number.

•

Download our library app “POI LIB”

on your mobile device and log on with

your library card number and pin.

•

Visit the library and speak with

someone at the front desk.

•

Give us a call at 505-869-9808.

We would like to remind the community

that the library offers storytime for the

whole family. If you ever find yourself

wanting to take your family out to a

family-friendly event like story time,

panting, or other fun activities, please

stop by. Or you can find upcoming events

on our social media and our program

calendar in our library app.

•

Instagram: @isletapueblolibrary

•

Snapchat: @poipubliclib

•

Facebook: Pueblo of Isleta Public

Library

Below is more information about the

library’s Family Story Time…

Please join us every Thursday at 11:00

am for Family Story Time, no sign-ups are

required, so just come on in. Library Staff

member Abbey will read a story and engage

toddlers and families in an activity. This

program allows parents and caregivers to

introduce reading to their children. If you

have any questions, please give Abbey a call

at the library at 505-869-9808 or by email

at Abbey.Whitaker@isletapueblo.com.

Upcoming

The library will be collaborating with the

Tutor Doctor of Albuquerque to provide

a Reading Intervention Program to help

students reading at a lower grade level

reach their current reading level. Interested

parents must attend an in-person meeting

with the people of Tutor Doctor at the

library in mid or late January. Information

and details of the program will be provided.

Please watch for our announcement and

more information in the coming weeks. You

may also call the library at (505) 869-9808

and speak with Nate about the program.

We have more exciting programming and

circulating library material news to share

but we are still working things out behind

the scenes. We hope to have an update for

you by February.

Recap

The After School Program had their

Christmas Party on December 17th right

before they went on winter break. Students

participated in holiday festivities. Dion’s

subs were served and Christmas gift bags

were given out. All the students have been

doing an excellent job keeping up with their

homework and reading and we just want

to say keep up the good work we hope all

students had a restful and relaxing break.

We are excited for the second part of the

school year and we have been busy planning

crafts, activities, and incentive field trips

for the upcoming year. For any questions or

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concerns about the library’s After School

Program, please give us a call at 505-8699808 and speak with a staff member.

During the month of December, library staff

member Luc hosted a Pueblo Gingerbread

House Program where participants met up

every Wednesday to work on their Pueblo

Style gingerbread houses. Our gingerbread

architects used gingerbread, icing, candies,

and plenty of holiday cheer to create their

houses. We hope all the participants enjoyed

a fun and creative evening here at the

library. We would like to thank everyone

who participated!

Library staff member Diane hosted a Candle

Paint Night at the library on December 5th.

Participants enjoyed a creative evening

filled with color, inspiration, and fun for the

Christmas Holiday Season. This program

was open to adults, and all supplies were

provided alongside light refreshments

and snacks. Participants did a great job

painting their candles and we would like to

thank everyone who showed up.

Library Pueblo Gingerbread Program participants and projects!

Library Candle Paint Night Program!

Isleta Pueblo News

Editor:

Nathaniel Lujan

Asst. Editor:

Diane Abeita

Published By:

Valencia Express

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Purchased Referred Care

Did you know?

Did you know Isleta Health Center is your payor of

last resort?

Payor of last resort means if you have primary

insurance, Isleta Health Center would be your

secondary insurance. If you have a primary and

secondary insurance, Isleta Health Center would be

your Tertiary insurance. Please list Isleta Health Center

as your last payor.

Did you know you have to call PRC to inform them

of all appointments?

This includes all ER/urgent care visits, any follows

ups, any secondary referrals, telemed appointments,

rescheduled appointments. Not calling in for

appointments will delay payment.

Did you know if you receive a bill from a provider,

you have to bring it in to PRC, even if you have a

referral?

Some facilities will send a bill to the patient but not Isleta

Health Center. It is best to bring all bills in received by

mail to make sure PRC contacts the facility to bill Isleta

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