Pueblo of Isleta website: www.isletapueblo.co (2024)

Volume 19 Issue 10

Isleta Pueblo News

Pueblo of Isleta website: www.isletapueblo.co

Governor’s Report

Maguwam,

We hope this newsletter finds our community

is in good health and spirits. Fall is quickly

approaching and it’s starting to become chilly late

at night and in the early mornings.

October 2024

ENVIRONMENT

Monthly surface water quality results

Again, we would like to recognize and thank our

Mayordomos for another successful feast day.

We celebrated with a mass, traditional dances,

and a live band. We would also like to extend our

appreciation to everyone who helped prepare for

this day. We would like to thank the Brandon

Saiz Band, who accepted our invitation to come

and perform.

Mayordomos

September 3rd: Jacob Valdez

September 4th: Terrance Lujan

We would also like to congratulate all hunters

who were drawn for this year’s traditional hunts.

We wish you all the best of luck, and a reminder

to everyone to be cautious of your surroundings.

Congratulations to the Isleta Grill, who

participated in the New Mexico State Fair Green

Chile Cheeseburger challenge. Isleta Grill was

crowned the new 2024 champions, this year.

Make sure you go and try their tasty Green Chile

Cheeseburger, it’s delicious!

We have issued a memo regarding no fishing or

swimming in the Rio Grande River on the West

and East side. We ask that you follow all signs

posted regarding this order, we are working on

re-opening the North side of the river soon. We

appreciate your patience.

Last, we want to send my condolences to the

families of those who have lost their family

members during the month of October.

Ha-Wuh

Max A. Zuni

Governor

Pueblo of Isleta

Albuquerque Bernalillo County Water Utility Authority reported an exceedance

in the concentration of E. coli at its outfall, which is where treated wastewater

flows into the Rio Grande at the Southside Water Reclamation Plant (SWRP)

located south of Rio Bravo Blvd. On August 5, 2024 a grab sample measured

over 2,519 CFU per 100 ml. The following day, on August 6, 2024, the compliance

E. coli grab sample at the same point of collection was 4.1 CFU/100 ml. The UV

system was inspected for deficiencies by the SWRP and none were found. POI

Environment collected water quality samples from the Rio Grande at NM 147 and

west of Isleta Lakes:

*Water quality samples are collected on a monthly basis from the Rio Grande

except Indian Interior Drain at 240 Wasteway, Albuquerque Riverside Drain, and

the irrigation locations.

- Dash in data table indicates sample not collected.

“MPN” is a unit of measure that stands for most probable number. MPN is

equivalent to colony forming units (“CFU”).

The Pueblo of Isleta’s most stringent surface water quality standard for E. coli

bacteria is 88 MPN/100 ml at all times and at all flow rates.

Please continue to watch signage at the NM 147 bridge for surface water quality

advisory. No fishing or swimming is allowed on the east and west side of the Rio

Grande River nor ditches by Order of the Governor; please follow all signs posted

regarding Governor’s order.

If you have questions about surface water quality, contact Ramona Montoya,

Water Quality Control Officer, at 505-869- 7565.

COALITION TO STOP VIOLENCE AGAINST

NATIVE WOMEN

The Coalition to Stop Violence Against

Native Women (CSVANW) is proud to

announce that Executive Director, Tiffany

Jiron, and Policy & Communications

Coordinator, Ryder Jiron, represented

the organization at a prestigious event at

the White House on Thursday, September

12, 2024. The event marked the 30th

anniversary of the Violence Against Women

Act (VAWA), a landmark piece of legislation

that has played a crucial role in advancing

the protection and empowerment of Native

American women.

Since its enactment, VAWA has been a

critical tool in the fight against genderbased violence. The 2013 and 2022

reauthorizations

brought

significant

progress by including key tribal provisions

that recognized and strengthened tribal

jurisdiction, allowing tribal nations to

prosecute non-Native offenders who

committed crimes against Native women

on tribal lands.

“Attending this event at the White House

was a momentous occasion for CSVANW

and for all of us dedicated to protecting

Native women and girls,” said Tiffany

Jiron, Executive Director of CSVANW.

“VAWA has been a lifeline, but there was still

much work to be done. The reauthorization

of VAWA represented a significant step

forward, yet we must continue to advocate

for increased funding for Tribal Nations and

a complete Oliphant fix. Our women are the

heart of our communities, and their safety

is integral to preserving our sovereignty,

cultures, and languages.”

The anniversary celebration served as a

crucial reminder of the progress made and

the ongoing efforts needed to address and

prevent violence against Native American

women and their communities. CSVANW

remains committed to advancing these

efforts and ensuring that the voices of

Native women are heard and their rights

are protected.

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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

DEADLINE for November Newsletter articles is set

for Tuesday, October 22, 2024, 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 may 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:

1.

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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 Health

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)

October 2024

PUBLIC WORKS - PUEBLO OF ISLETA

Eastside Sewer Collection System Project Update

Project Overview: Remove septic systems with new E-One grinder pumps

at homes to connect to main sewer line for the Eastside residents.

Public Works hosted a public meeting for Ranchitos residents for phase 1

of the project. The meeting was held on Monday August 26,2024 at 6pm at

the Reception Hall. Prior to the meeting, all households received a hand

delivered notice of meeting and a mass text reminder was sent out. 24

out of 123 homeowners attended. The meeting covered topics such as an

update on the project and what is to be expected in the upcoming months.

Some concerning questions that were asked:

1. Who will pay for the cost of the pump replacement? Answer: Based

on funding availability, Public Works will take care of it.

2. Will work be done in farm line property? Answer: All work will be

done at the edge of all lands as much as possible.

3. Will communication happen one on one with homeowners? Answer:

Yes, this will happen on a case-by case basis.

4. How long will repair happen when something goes out? Will pumps

be on hand? Answer: All issues will be placed through Public Works

work order system and be addressed based on priority. Yes, pumps and

parts will be on hand.

5. What is capacity of storage when power goes out? Answer: 75-200

gallons

6. Can you opt out? Answer: This decision will be addressed to

Administration and they will be the one to make the final call.

We understand there is a lot of questions and/or concerns that are still out

there and we want to hear them!

A copy of the power point provided by our designer is available for pick up

at the Public Works Office.

Please be on the lookout for more public meetings as this project continues

to come together. It is very important to attend these meetings as we

welcome all input, concerns, and questions.

Residents along Highway 47 can expect surveying crews in the area white

lining the sewer alignment for this project.

If you have any questions/concerns please call Public Works at 505-8695170.

TIME TO PREPARE FOR THE COLD

Colder temperatures are here. 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

home 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.

Homeowners should know where the main shut off is to their residence.

Most homes have an interior and exterior shut off valve. Toilets and sinks

should have isolation valves going directly to the fixture. The purpose of

isolation valves is to isolate water leaks or breaks occurring inside and/or

outside the home. Have you ever tested these isolation valves to ensure

they work? Take time before colder weather moves in to locate these valves

and ensure they are working.

Locating the exterior shut-off may be challenging.

Take time to locate your exterior shut-off while it is not an emergency

situation. Placing a marker of some type near the shut-off will save time

in the event you do have an emergency and need the water shut-off as

soon as possible. It takes time for a Public Works crew to be dispatched to

assist you, especially after normal working hours. It helps Public Works

when the resident/s know where their exterior shut off is. When shut off is

known, water damage in the home is prevented and time is saved allowing

help to get straight to the water issue at hand.

Again, be prepared and protect your piping from the cold; check the

isolation valves at each fixture; know how to turn off your water in an

emergency; and locate and mark your exterior water shut-off.

If you have any questions, please call the Public Works office at 505-8695170.

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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

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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Job Postings

Visit us online at http://

www.isleta.com/career-opportunities.aspx

Fax: 505-244-8232

October 2024

OUR LOCATION

Isleta Resort and Casino is located 7 minutes south of downtown Albuquerque at

Interstate 25 and Hwy 47, exit 215. The Human Resources office can be found

on the east side of the building through the Employee Entrance doors.

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Pueblo of Isleta Career Opportunities

Position Posting

Office Location

ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER

Police Department

Open Until Filled

ARCHIVIST

Cultural & Historic Preservation

Open Until Filled

BILLING TECHNICIAN

Health Services

Open Until Filled

BUYER

Procurement

Open Until Filled

CAREGIVER

Assisted Living Facility

Open Until Filled

COMMUNllY HEALTH REPRESENTATIVE

Health Services

Open Until Filled

COMMUNITY SERVICE COORDINATOR

Tribal Court

Open Until Filled

CUSTODIAN

Health Services

Open Until Filled

CUSTODIAN

Public Works

Open Until Filled

DIRECTOR, CLINICAL SERVICES/

NURSE PRACTITIONER

Health Services

Open Until Filled

DIRECTOR, FINANCIAL

PLANNING &ANALYSIS

Treasury

Open Until Filled

EMT BASIC (3 Positions)

Health Services

Open Until Filled

EMT - INTERMEDIATE (2 Positions)

Health Services

Open Until Filled

EMT - PARAMEDIC (2 Positions)

Health Services

Open Until Filled

FAMILY SERVICE WORKER

Head Start

Open Until Filled

FINANCIAL ANALYST

Treasury

Open Until Filled

GROUNDS MAINTENANCE WORKER

Public Works

Open Until Filled

HOME CARE ATTENDANT

Elder Center

Open Until Filled

IRRIGATION TECH

Agricultural Division

Open Until Filled

IRRIGATION & LANSDCAPE

TECHNICIAN

Parks & Recreation

Open Until Filled

LABORER

Public Works

Open Until Filled

:ICENSING CLERK

Gaming & Regulatory

Open Until Filled

LIFEGUARD

Parks & Recreation

Open Until Filled

LIFEGUARD ASSISTANT

Parks & Recreation

Open Until Filled

MULTIMEDIA SPECIALIST

Department of Education

Open Until Filled

NURSE PRACTITIONER

Health Services

Open Until Filled

PERSONAL CARE SERVICE AIDE

Elder Center

Open Until Filled

PHYSICAL THERAPIST

Health Services

Open Until Filled

RANGELAND DATA MONITOR

Natural Resurces

Open Until Filled

RECEPTIONIST

Parks & Recreation

Open Until Filled

RECORDS CLERK/ RECEPTIONIST

Elder Center

Open Until Filled

ROADWAY MAINTENANCE WORKER I

Transportation Services

Open Until Filled

ROADWAY MAINTENANCE WORKER II

Transportation Services

Open Until Filled

TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER

Transportation Services

Open Until Filled

TRIBAL OPIOID RESPONSE

PROGRAM MANAGER

Health Services

Open Until Filled

UTILITY WORKER

Public Works

Open Until Filled

VETERAN SUPPORT SERVICE

MEMBER

Elder Center

WATER/WWTP OPERATOR I·IV

Public Works

LAND FOR SALE

Closing Date

Open Until Filled·· WITHIN ONLY

Open Until Filled

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4.782+ Acres

Tribal Road 10

Call, Text, or Voicemail

Kimo @ (505) 506-3432

TRUANCY

Happy Halloween,

The Truancy department has been monitoring

attendance with the help of the Native

American Liaisons. We will continue to monitor

attendance throughout the remainder of the

school year. Parents, we’d like to ask you to

please notify your child(ren)’s school if they

are going to be absent, and students, please

remember to turn in any notes that you have

on days that were missed and be sure to turn

them in as soon as you return to school.

The Truancy department was happy to attend

Isleta Elementary School for what we hope is

the first of many FRY BREAD FRIDAYS! It

was wonderful seeing all the kids enjoying a

nice afternoon with all their classmates. Many

students enjoyed their frybread with different

toppings, to their liking.

We are looking forward to the Halloween

carnival which will be held on October 25, 2024

at the Recreation Center, from 5pm to 8pm. We

look forward to seeing everyone there to enjoy

the games, costumes and fun events scheduled

for the evening. I know that not only Truancy

looks forward to seeing you there, but all the

other Pueblo of Isleta services providers as well.

We are also looking forward to attending the

Roaring Attendance Rally at Los Lunas Middle

School on October 3, 2024, for they are having

this event to encourage daily school attendance

and we’re excited to take part in this. The

event will start at 3:30 pm and will have event

activities planned until 7:00 pm to allow time

for visitors to explore the tables and sign the

school’s attendance banner.

(Los Lunas Middle School will be playing

volleyball against Valencia Middle School from

approximately 4:00pm to 6:00pm.) We will also

be sharing information about our department

and the services that we offer. We hope to see

you and your LLMS students there, so come

visit us.

We hope you and your families have a fun

and safe Halloween. Before you know it, the

students will be looking forward to Fall and

Thanksgiving breaks.

Please keep in mind that the Truancy

Department is here to assist you with any

concerns or issues that may arise with your

students. Please do not hesitate to contact our

department for assistance.

Thank you,

Isleta Truancy

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Editor:

Nathaniel Lujan

Asst. Editor:

Diane Abeita

Published By:

Valencia Express

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DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION NEWS

The first grading period of the semester

has closed. Our tutoring program is here to

help students whether their performance

was stellar or less than satisfactory. The

Department is here to help students

enhance their learning experience. We

are always here to search for ways that

students can be effectively supported

through their academic journey.

The

Department understands our academic

journeys don’t always go as planned. But

this does not mean that getting back on

track is impossible.

TUTORING

The Department of Education has staff

ready and available to support your student

in their academic success. We know our

students have the capacity to achieve!

Tutoring is available Monday-Thursday

3pm-5:45pm and upon request. Please take

advantage of our department resources. We

look forward to working with you.

LOS LUNAS CREDIT RECOVERY

We have partnered with Los Lunas Public

Schools to provide credit recovery within

our offices. Teachers from the school district

will be at our offices Tuesday through

Thursday from 3:00pm to 6:00pm. This

endeavor will allow students to command

the speed of learning and pace of course.

This session will allow students to earn

the credits that they need to graduate on

time. We hope that this session will allow

the student to stay on track. We believe

that the credit recovery session will allow

the student to prove to themselves that

they can overcome challenges and succeed.

Understandably the future of the student

rests within the hands of the student. We

are here to support the student every step

of the way.

SPECIAL EDUCATION LAW

CONFERENCE

During the month

of

October,

the

Department attended

the 2024 New Mexico PED Special

Education Law Conference. The conference

highlighted the special education laws such

as Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA)

and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.

The conference enhanced understanding

compliance requirements that ensure our

students are receiving appropriate services.

This conference will allow the Department

to continue advocating for our students.

The Department advocating for your

student will help ensure that your student’s

educational needs are being met within the

school system.

High School News:

As the first grading

period for Los Lunas

Public

Schools

(LLPS) has ended,

it

is

important

that parents or

guardians log on to their parent portal

accounts and check their students’ grades.

Report Cards do not get sent out; it is the

responsibility of the parent to check on

their students’ grades. If you do not have

Parent Portal, please get in touch with your

students’ school to get access.

Also, for LLPS if your student needs credit

recovery, please reach out to their school for

more information. This year credit recovery

is $50.00 per semester. The Department of

Education is a host site with a LLPS on site

Monday thru Thursday to assist with credit

recovery. For more information on credit

recovery, please contact our office.

Albuquerque Public Schools (APS)

grading period will be ending now on

October 1, 2024. Parents will also have to log

into their ParentVue to see their students’

grades. If you do not have ParentVUE please

get in touch with

your

student’s

school to get

access.

SCHOOL APPS CAN MAKE A WORLD

OF DIFFERENCE!

Parents, it is very important to download

the APP that your student’s school uses

to have access to your child’s grades and

attendance. At the end of each semester,

I have a handful of parents who say that

they had no idea that their child was failing

and now have credits to make up. Stay on

top of your child’s education and download

the APP!

REIMBURSEMENTS:

If you have not submitted for

reimbursements, it’s not too

late. Use the following link to

start the process.

https://isletapueblo.formstack.

com/forms/reimbursement

SCHOOL AND STUDENT VISITS:

At the end of August, we had the privilege

of setting up a visit with our Isleta Santa

Fe Indian School students and Governor

Max Zuni. At the beginning of the meeting

each of the students went around the table

and introduced themselves in our native

language. During our visit Governor Zuni

spoke about his journey in the service as

well as the importance of Education. We

also had the opportunity of taking a tour

of our very own cultural center. Dr. Walt

spoke about how the Pueblo is leading the

efforts to archive our history. The students

were given an opportunity to browse the

collection of books in the classroom. I

believe the students enjoyed their time

exploring the exhibits along with Governor

Zuni’s interpretation of the history. Mr.

Faron Candelaria, Cultural Committee

Member, also spoke to the students about

the importance of being around and

speaking our Native Language. He spoke

to the students about his journey in life and

where he is at today. At the end of the day

the students gained more knowledge about

their community.

Also in August, Governor and a couple

Tribal Leaders made separate visits to the

Tiwa classrooms at Los Lunas Schools.

The students engaged in meaningful

conversations and heard some great advice!

We look forward to scheduling additional

visits.

FIRST YEAR COLLEGE NEWS:

I hope that you all are off to a great

start on your new education adventure.

Students that have completed their higher

education file should have received an

email from your coordinator about your

funding. Incomplete files will not be

funded. It is important that you check

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your emails to ensure you did not miss

any important information from your

coordinator. Coordinators are assigned by

last name. Samantha Taylor works with

those last names A – J and Fran Mershon

with those last names K – Z. If you are

having difficulties transitioning into your

new atmosphere, please reach out to our

department for some strategies, tips and

support.

As a reminder our department offers tutoring

services for all levels of educational needs.

You may sign up at https://isletapueblo.

formstack.com/forms/tutoring24

Greetings from

Education Team,

the

DOE

Higher

As we approach October, fall break and

midterms usually fall within this month.

Whether you’re a college freshman or

graduate student, midterms can make you

nervous, however midterms are part of the

college experience.

.

Here are some tips to help you be prepared

and ready to tackle those midterm exams:

1. Review your class syllabuses to

find out when your college midterms are

scheduled.

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2. Attend your professors’ office hours,

do not be afraid to ask for help or ask

questions if you are not understanding

the assignment.

3. Study, study, study. Studying your

notes, class courses, and class materials

can help ease the burden of late-night

cramming and feel prepared for your

exam. Create study groups with your

fellow peers.

4. Prioritize Rest and Mental Health.

Taking exams can be stressful and test

anxiety can make it difficult to perform

well on midterms. Remember to take care

of yourself, take breaks, and get enough

sleep. Cramming for midterms the night

before can backfire.

5. Find a study method that works for

you.

6. Look at the whole exam before

you start answering questions. And

remember to read the instructions.

7. Finally, it’s going to be okay.

Breathe, do not stress yourself out.

Replace negative thoughts with positive

ones. Remember mistakes are learning

opportunities. A wrong answer on a test is

an opportunity to understand where you

need to fill in the gap of your knowledge

or spend extra time studying.

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POI Scholarship Application Deadline

for Spring Term: November 1st 11:59

PM

Are you wanting to go back to school in

the Spring? For those who missed the Fall

semester deadline to submit an application

for the POI scholarship, the link for the POI

scholarship application will open in October

for the Spring 2025 term. Please visit our

website or call our office for support.

Volunteer Opportunities for POI

Scholarship Recipients

•

October 3, 2024- DOE Family Night

@Isleta Rec Center from 5:30PM-7:30PM.

(10 volunteers needed)

If you are able to volunteer, please email

poischolarships@isletapueblo.com or call us

at (505)869-9790.

Friendly reminder, a student must make

an effort to volunteer a minimum of

10 hours per term/semester upon being

funded by the POI scholarship. We will

have volunteer opportunities to help those

meet the minimum requirement hours, be

on the lookout for those opportunities.

The Department of Education Team

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Pueblo of Isleta Public Library

October is here and the fall season has started. Make sure to add a visit to the library to

your Fall Bucket List. With fall activities like apple picking, baking an apple pie, pumpkin

picking, pumpkin carving and so much more. With colder weather it’s a great opportunity

to finally start that book that has been on your to-do-list. Stop by the library and see what

FREE resources we have to offer!

News

A staff meeting will be scheduled sometime

during the first week of October. 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 staff will be participating in

this year’s Halloween Carnival hosted

by the Rec. We have something special

planned for this event,ke sure and stop by

our booth to say hi and join in on the fun.

This year’s Halloween Carnival will be on

Friday, October 25th from 5pm to 8pm at

the new rec.

We will be closing at 5:30pm on Thursday,

October 31st. We would like to wish

everyone a safe and Happy Halloween.

Please be aware of your surroundings while

driving and walking with your family.

Please join us every Thursday at 11:00am

for Family Story Time, no sign ups required

so just come on in. Library Staff member

Abbey will read a story and engage

toddlers and families in an activity. This

program gives parents and caregivers the

opportunity to introduce reading to their

children. If you have any questions, please

give Abbey a call at the library at 505869-9808 or by email at Abbey.Whitaker@

isletapueblo.com.

Upcoming

During the month of October come into the

library and check out any library movie

and book from our Halloween collection

and receive a Spooky Snack Pack filled

with popcorn, candy and drinks to enjoy

over the weekend. There will be a limit of

5 Snack Packs given out every Friday and

it will be one snack pack per family. Don’t

worry, you have plenty of time to come in

and get a Spooky Snack Pack. Remember

Spooky Snack Packs will be given out every

Friday. Dates include October 4th, 11th,

18th and 25th. Families can come to the

library starting at 2:30pm to 4:40pm to

receive a Spooky Snack Pack.

The library will be planning programs for

children, teens and adults in the upcoming

weeks and months. Please keep your eyes

and ears open. We are excited to share

our knowledge with you. You can always

refer back to our library website, library

social media, Isleta Newsletter, and library

flyers throughout the community. All our

programs are open to the community and

public.

Recap

Library staff member Astrid hosted a Book

Club in a reading of Mexican Gothic where

participants got together every Wednesday

for the month of September. Participants

would have a weekly book discussion and

got to enjoy light snacks and refreshments.

For the grand finale participants got to

visit the NM Escape Room to Escape the

Blackwell Manor.

Library staff member Cheyenne hosted

a library program where she did an

introduction to wood soldering. Participants

learned how to burn wood to create designs

on a wood pumpkin using a wood burner

as well as added fall embellishments

that included ribbon and leaves. It was

a wonderful evening and thank you to

Cheyenne for hosting another great library

program.

The After School Program is doing great

with daily attendance and students

completing daily homework, reading

and participating in crafts. Library staff

have been busy planning the upcoming

holiday seasons with crafts, activities and

incentive field trips. Students got to attend

their first incentive field trip of the school

year to Chatter Paint and enjoyed dinner

at Dion’s after. The After School Program

currently has one spot available for Isleta

Elementary and two spots available for

Bosque Farms Elementary. To sign up your

child(ren) please come into the library and

fill out a registration packet. For additional

information, please call the library and

speak with a staff member.

The second Learning Outside the

Classroom field trip of the school year

took place on Monday, September 23rd

and was led by library staff members

Diane and Abbey. This program is ongoing

throughout the school year for Los Lunas

school districts All Learners Day. The goal

being that students can make the most of

their day and learn outside the classroom.

Our field trip for September was to Main

Event Play Academy where students used

a STEAM curriculum that was applied

to various games. Students also enjoyed

pizza for lunch at Main Event as well. We

are currently planning our next Learning

Outside Fieldtrip, please check out our

flyer in this issue for more details and

information. If you have any questions or

suggestions about this program, please call

the library at 505-869-9808 and speak with

a staff member.

After School Program Students earning

their point for the incentive field trip!

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Library program participants working on their fall wood soldering project!

After School Program Students making a

sea turtle out of kiwis and grapes!

Library Mexican Gothic Book Club

program participant enjoying some goodies

while enjoying a good book!

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Isleta Pueblo News

October 2024

ISLETA POLICE DEPARTMENT NEWSLETTER

OCTOBER - 2024

We are now in the last quarter of the year so that means get ready for Halloween, then Thanksgiving and Christmas which

will be here in no time. We have entered the fall season and will see changing weather with cooler to colder weather so

prepare your vehicles. With the rains that have been occurring, please ensure your tires are not worn and remember the

first few minutes of rainfall cause oils to rise to the surface thus making the roads slick. Drive with caution and slow down

during the onset of the rains.

As Halloween is this month, parents/guardians, please be sure to check your child’s candies before allowing them to eat as there have

been incidents, not necessarily on the pueblo, where individuals have placed items such as straight pins and razor blades in them. Also

be aware because of the drug trends that have been arising there are narcotics such as Fentanyl, some which are described to resemble

Fentanyl know as “rainbow Fentanyl”.

WELCOME TO THE IPD FAMILY!

We are excited to have you join us and look

forward to seeing the unique skills and

perspectives you bring. We’re confident that

you will all play a valuable role in helping

us achieve a safer community.

Welcome

aboard

Ofc.

Horacio

“Ross”DeAnda, Officer Martin Morales and

E-911 Dispatcher Charlene Morrison.

My name is Horacio Deanda, but the

community knows me better as Officer

DeAnda or Officer Ross. I was born and

raised in Valencia County, specifically

Belen, and relocated to Los Lunas.

I began a career in law enforcement in 1996

when I received a supervisor position at

the Detention Center in Albuquerque, NM.

I became intrigued when watching police

officers around the state book juveniles for

various crimes. Shortly after, I reflected

on how I could participate in making my

community better. So, in 2002 applied and

was hired as a Reserve Deputy with the

Valencia County Sheriff's Office. Knowing I

could contribute further, I went full-time as

a sworn Deputy in 2004. During this period,

a police officer position was available at the

Los Lunas Police Department. I applied for

the position to serve the community where

I resided. I was offered the position and

transferred to the police department, where

I received police officer certification through

the New Mexico Department of Public Safety

in 2006. During my employment with the

Los Lunas Police Department, I pursued

several opportunities to become a Certified

Defensive Tactics, Tactical De-escalation

instructor, and first-line supervisor.

Later in my career, I had the opportunity to

apply for the Los Lunas Police Department's

first-ever K-9 police handler position. Along

with my dual-purpose German Shepherd,

Ricky, we obtained and maintained

certifications in man-trailing, narcotics,

and suspect apprehension. K-9 Ricky was

also retired when I retired, and I kept him

as my dog. As a K-9 Officer, I was privileged

to work in Highway Drug Interdiction and

the New Mexico Gang Task Force.

2015 I retired from the Los Lunas Police

Department as a K-9 Officer. Before my

retirement, I was also next in line for the

Sergeant position. Two weeks after my

retirement, I began a new and rewarding

career as a School Resource Officer with

the Los Lunas Public Schools. I worked

with various age groups and grade levels,

ensuring the safety of every site I visited.

Through my years of service, my most

significant

accomplishments

include

being married to my wife for eight years

and being the father of three exceptional

children: a daughter aged 24, a son aged 14,

and my youngest, a 7-year-old son. My sons

attend the Los Lunas Public Schools in my

community.

Officer Martin Morales

(A biography will be published in next

month’s newsletter)

seven-days of classroom training. Upon her

successful completion of the seven-days,

she then traveled to Sacramento, CA where

she had to succesfully complete twelve drug

evaluations with the California Patrol and

needless to say, she did so with flying colors.

This training is intense, requiring much

studying and grasping of the mechanics

of recoginizing drug impairment. Thank

you for an outstanding job and making us

proud!

Congratulations are also in order for Officer

C-Jay Smith for his acceptance and transfer

to the IHSP Traffic Division. He has been

serving as a patrol officer on the Day Shift

B group and has experience in traffic

enforcement and DWI enforcement. He is

a welcome addition to the division and will

strive to ensure the roadways of the pueblo

are monitored for the safety of the members

of the Pueblo.

RESIDENCY

Charlene Morrison is one of our newest

members to the 911 Dispatch Center. She

has never been a dispatcher before and is

excited serve the Pueblo of Isleta. She loves

to spend her time with her family and her

two daughters who are her world.

CONGRATULATIONS!

Residency checks are still being conducted,

so please ensure you are aware of the

requirements as set out in the Law and

Order Code to include the criminal charges

that can be filed against the enrolled

member responsible for allowng noncompliant individuals to reside in their

homes. If you have questions or concerns,

please do not hesitate to contact the Isleta

Police Department’s Code Compliance

Officer C. Eaton, the Census Office or me,

Officer Sharon K. Mitamura.

BEWARE

During the month of October, the police

department was contacted by individuals

reporting incidents that occurred in various

parts of Albuquerque, and after conducting

a bit of research, we found some articles of

the same type of occurrences happening in

2023.

The

department

wants

to

send

congratulations to our very own IHSP Traffic

Officer Autumn Tafoya for successfully

completing all requirements and becoming

a DRE “Drug Recognition Expert” for the

department. She attended two days of “preDRE” school which she had to successfully

complete in order to be accepted into the

Each of these individuals while completing

their shopping and returning to their

vehicles, discovered money lodged under

the windshield wiper, most were not in large

denominations (three to five dollars) and

not immediately visible. The first incident,

the wife of the party who contacted the

department was instructed not to get out

of the vehicle (by her husband) to retrieve

the currency, but instead drive home and

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contact local police which was done. She

was told by Albuquerque Police Department

there were no other occurrences reported

within the city but did take her information.

There have been instances in the midwest

and east where larger denominations of

counterfeit cash were placed under the

wiper, in plain view. When the driver, after

starting the engine, saw the money and

got out to retrieve it, the offenders would

forcefully take the driver away from from

or out of the vehicle and steal the vehicle

(a carjacking, if you will). Please be aware

of this as it could be a trend starting here

in Albuquerque. A warning to always be

watchful and aware of your surroundings

after work, after shopping or after being out

for the day or evening. It is apparent there

is crime occurring everywhere and IPD

asks everyone to be vigilant and stay safe.

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along with police department leadership

attend the Governor’s Highway Safety

Association conference. At this conference,

the police department has an opportunity

to attend breakouts sessions to learn new

traffic safety strategies being implemented

to improve overall motorist and pedestrian

safety. Additionally, the police department

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networks with other government entities,

federal funding entities, and traffic safety

vendors to share and/or learn about how

each of them are improving traffic safety.

We are committed to reducing crashes,

especially those resulting in fatalities

or serious injuries, along with impaired

driving incidents.

TRAFFIC SAFETY

Traffic safety remains a top priority for

the police department. The Isleta Police

Department is a proud recipient of the

Bureau of Indian Affair’s Indian Highway

Safety Program (IHSP) Grant, which

provides essential traffic safety funding

to our Pueblo. Each year, officers and

administrative staff members with the IHSP

Pictured right to left are: IHSP Director Justin Wendland, Chief Victor Rodriguez,

Highway Safety Officer Bryson Nastacio, Data Analyst Charlene Banegas,

Highway Safety Specialist Gertrude Lujan and Highway Safety Officer Orlena

Hooee.

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October 2024

RECREATIONAL CENTER

We are off to the races with the start of The second meet was held by Jemez

youth cross country with 11 other Pueblo Pueblo, we also did well there.

tribes.

We have a total of 21 runners that are

competing this season. The groups are

boys and girls 12-11, 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, and

5-year-olds.

We currently only have 3 kids from the

Isleta Elementary, while the others are

from Los Lunas Elementary schools. We

would love to have more kids from Isleta

Elementary so if you are interested in

having your child participate contact the

Isleta Rec center.

It’s been awesome to finally get all of us Third meet was at Santo Domingo Pueblo.

together to keep our kids healthly and fit. We hosted our meet on September 21

here at Big Mama. We’ll have an update on

Our first meet was at Zia pueblo and we how the meet went on the next newsletter.

had Ivy Rose Sandoval and Lelani Jiron

place 1st in their division.

All the runners did well at the meets so far

and continue to get better each meet.

We will also be having sign-ups for our

Co-Ed Volleyball League, so look for

the flyer. For more information, contact

George Waquie at 505-869-9777.

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October 2024

Health Beat: Breast Cancer

Awareness Month

Stephanie Barela, B.S CHES, Health Educator

www.Cancer.org

Stephanie.Barela@islclinic.net, 505-869-4479

Breast Cancer Awareness Month, held in October every year,

aims to promote screening and prevention of the disease,

which according to the American Cancer Society, accounts for

about 30% (1 in 3) of all new female cancers each year. Breast

Cancer mainly occurs in middle ages and older women, with

half of women developing it at 62 years age or younger and ½

developing it over the age of 62. There is a 1 in 8 chance that a

women will develop breast cancer, which also means that there

is a 7 in 8 chance that a woman will never have the disease,

however, for those that do get it, it is important to catch it early.

Which is why we are helping increase awareness for this disease

by WEARING PINK in October. PINK is the color of the breast

cancer awareness ribbon and wearing pink in awareness of this

can help remind people of the steps they can take to prevent or

catch breast cancer early. Join the Isleta Health Center Staff in

celebrating this awareness month by wearing Pink on Fridays in

October. One reason why we wear pink in October is to promote

the importance of regular screening, starting at age 40 or an age

that is appropriate for your personal breast cancer risk.

Have you had your mammogram lately? Annual

screening is recommended at age 40yr.

MAKE SURE YOU ARE AWARE OF YOUR RISKS

Risk Factors You Can’t Control

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PRC

Hello, my name is Riane McCarthy. I am a PRC referral

coordinator at the Isleta Health center. I currently handle last

name I-P. Please contact me at 505-869-4884.

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Please call in all ED/UC visits, if you are referred to

any specialty clinic; please also provide that information

to our office, with the following information facility

location, appointment date and time.

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Call in all appointments in a timely manner; it is crucial

for our PRC billing clerks. Should you receive a medical

visit bill please drop off at IHC. We have a silver drop

box located in the lobby on the north wall.

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Patients who are Un-insured and need assistance

applying for alternate resources such as NM Medicaid,

please contact Theresa Bridge-Benefits Coordinator at

505-869-4469.

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PRC-Purchase referred care is payor of last resort.

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If you have new insurance/address/phone number

changes, please update that information with our patient

registration clerks.

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CHR may also assist with transportation to and

from appointments with in specified boundary

areas, you may reach CHR at 505-869-4485 for more

information. Please allow a 72 hr notification for

appointment transportation.

Amanda R.- Referral Coordinator for last name A-H

505-869-4396

Riane M.- Referral Coordinator for last name I-P

505-869-4895

Theresa R.- Referral Coordinator for last name Q-Z

505-869-4862

Andrena M. PRC Clerks (Billing) for last name A-M

505-869-4831

Tania L. PRC Clerk (Billing) for last name L-Z

505-869-4896

Help us, Help you!

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Gender -Women are more likely to develop breast cancer

than men, however, men can develop it too.

Genes - A genetic predisposition is felt to be responsible

for 5 to 10% of breast cancers.

Race - Whites are more likely to develop breast cancer

than other races.

Age - The risk of breast cancer increases with age.

Drugs and treatments - Some medications may increase

and others decrease risk.

Start of period and age of menopause- An early age of

menarche (first period) or late menopause increase the

risk of breast cancer.

Medical radiation to the chest - Radiation therapy to the

chest, for example for Hodgkin's disease, increases the

risk of breast cancer, especially radiation at a young age.

Dense breasts - Women with dense breasts are more

likely to develop the disease than women without dense

breasts.

Risk Factors You Can Control

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Pregnancy – 1st child after age 35.

Breastfeeding – For a total of 1 year or more (combined

for all children) lowers the risk of breast cancer.

Hormone replacement therapy - Some forms of hormone

replacement therapy may increase risk

Alcohol

Smoking

Diet

Exercise

Weight

Medical imaging studies - Studies such as x-rays and

chest CT scans may increase risk, especially in women

with gene mutations, which increase risk.

Protect Your Breast Health

• Maintain a healthy weight.

• Be physically active (30 minutes is ideal, but any

amount it good).

• Eat a healthy diet (eat fruits and veggies).

• Get regular mammograms (yearly after age 40)

• Don’t smoke (Call 505-869-4479 for help

quitting).

• Limit alcohol (Call 505-869-4575 for help).

• Breastfeed for at least 1 year.

• Avoid Birth Control Pills particularly after age 35 or

if you smoke.

• Avoid Menopausal Hormone Therapy.

• Understand your family history.

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Vaccine Recommendations for the 2024-25

Respiratory Disease Season

COVID-19

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Everyone ages 6 months and older should get an updated

2024–2025 COVID-19 vaccine. This includes people who

have received a COVID-19 vaccine before and people who

have had COVID-19

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The COVID-19 vaccine helps protect you from severe

disease, hospitalization, and death.

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It is especially important to get your 2024–2025

COVID-19 vaccine if you are ages 65 and older, are

at high risk for severe COVID-19, live in a long-term care

facility, or have never received a COVID-19 vaccine.

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Vaccine protection decreases over time, so it is important

to stay up to date with your COVID-19 vaccine.

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Getting a COVID-19 vaccine is a safer, more reliable way

to build protection than getting sick with COVID-19.

Seasonal Influenza

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Everyone 6 months of age and older should make a plan

to get an updated flu vaccine.

All U.S. flu vaccines for the 2024-2025 season are

trivalent (three component) vaccines that protect against

three influenza viruses: an A(H1N1) virus, an A(H3N2)

virus, and a B/Victoria virus.

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People age 65 and older and people who have received a

solid organ transplant can opt to receive a “high dose” flu

vaccine

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Flu vaccination can keep you from getting sick from the

flu.

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Flu vaccination can also reduce the risk of hospitalization

from flu as well as the severity of illness even if someone

gets sick with the flu.

RSV Vaccine

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Recommended for all adults age 75 and older if they did

not receive a previous RSV vaccine last season.

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Recommended for people ages 60–74 who are at increased

risk of severe RSV, meaning they have certain chronic

medical conditions, such as lung or heart disease, or they

live in nursing homes.

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The RSV vaccine is not currently an annual vaccine,

meaning people do not need to get a dose every RSV

season.

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Eligible adults can get an RSV vaccine at any time, but

the best time to get vaccinated is before RSV starts

to spread in communities.

Call Isleta Health Center to check on vaccine availability and

scheduling!

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GREETINGS FROM THE IHS

DENTAL CLINIC!!!!

Every October, we spread awareness of the

importance of oral hygiene and its connection to

whole body wellness. Make your dental hygienist

proud by practicing great oral health habits outside of

the dentist's office.

The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends

the 2/2 rule: brush for 2 minutes in the morning

and 2 minutes at night with a soft-bristled

toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste. You could brush

more often if you like, but the minimum for healthy

teeth and gums is the 2/2 rule.

We will be having a monthly drawing for an Electric

toothbrush starting in October. Drawing will be held

from the 1st-31st of October for all hygiene patients

that come in for their cleaning appointments. The

winner will be announced on the last day of the month.

We will also have a drawing in November and

December for an electric toothbrush.

Coming to the dentist can help you feel better about

your smile. Some people love coming to the

dentist because of their satisfaction when they

leave the appointment. They feel as though they

have checked something off their list that is important

to their health—going to the dentist consistently.

Here’s a few dental jokes, laughter is the best

medicine!!!!

When is the best time for a dentist appointment?

Tooth hurty.

What did the dentist say to Tiger Woods?

“You have a hole in one. “

What does the dentist of the year get? A little plaque.

What did the dentist see at the North Pole?

A molar bear.

Give us a call today to set up you

dental check-up 505-869-4499

Isleta Health Center Open House: Celebrate

Indigenous People’s Day with Us!

Mark your calendars for Monday, October 14, 2024,

from 5:00-7:00 p.m. as we invite the community to the

Isleta Health Center for a special Open House in honor

of Indigenous Peoples’ Day.

This event is an opportunity to:

Meet our Advisory Committee: Get to know the

community leaders who guide our health services and

help shape the future of wellness in Isleta.

Healthcare Presentations: Learn more about services

and programs available to support your health.

Enjoy a Meal: Gather with your family and friends to

enjoy a delicious meal together.

Why Your Health Matters: At the Health Center we

honor our indigenous heritage by incorporating modern

healthcare into our customary lifestyles to uphold

wellness and longevity. From preventive screenings

to holistic care, we believe in addressing the physical,

mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects of health.

Stay tuned for more information in an upcoming

community text message. We hope to see you there to

celebrate healthcare on Indigenous Peoples’ Day.

Mark your calendars now!

October 2024

Diabetes Awareness Month

By: Brian Galinato

Isleta Diabetes Prevention & Treatment Program

Next month, November, is Diabetes awareness month.

It takes place in November to honor Dr. Frederic Banting

who first discovered insulin in 1921. November 14th,

his birthday, is World Diabetes Day. This November,

the Isleta Health Center and its Diabetes Prevention

and Treatment Program will be hosting a month long

Diabetes A1c screening and education event for the

Pueblo of Isleta.

According to the most recent data collected in 2021,

38.4 million Americans have Diabetes, or 11.6% of the

population. About 8.7 million adults were undiagnosed

and unaware they had the disease. American Indians

and Alaskan Natives continue to be the most impacted

race and ethnic subgroup by Diabetes. As of 2021, 16%

of all AI/AN individuals were diagnosed with Diabetes.

It was also estimated that 38% of all American adults,

97.6 million, have Prediabetes, a precursor to Type 2

Diabetes. Only 19% percent of those with Prediabetes

were aware of the diagnosis.

Diabetes is a metabolic disease characterized by high

blood sugar. Either the body is not making enough

insulin and or the insulin your body produces is impaired

due to insulin resistance. With Prediabetes, blood

sugar is only slightly elevated as your body is trying to

compensate for that insulin resistance. If the insulin

resistance is not resolved, Prediabetes can progress

to Type 2 Diabetes. Abnormally high blood sugar is a

symptom of Prediabetes and Diabetes which can lead

to many complications. Other abnormal symptoms

related to the high blood sugar could include: frequent

urination, extreme thirst, unintentional weight loss,

very hungry, blurry vision, numbness or tingling in

the hands or feet, fatigue, dry skin, slow healing sores,

increased infections, nausea, vomiting, and or stomach

pain. Contact your healthcare provider if you or your

child have these Diabetes symptoms.

The good news, it is completely possible to prevent

Prediabetes progressing to Type 2 Diabetes.

Furthermore, there is much research on the benefits

from delaying the diagnosis of Diabetes to years later.

Even with a diagnosis of Diabetes, regular screening,

monitoring, and controlling of A1c is important as it can

help reduce the risk of developing severe complications

including heart disease, eye, nerve, and or kidney

disease. This is a huge reason why we encourage you

to visit the Diabetes Wellness Center through the

month of November and get screened. See our National

Diabetes Month Flyer for more information on who

should be screened and how you can get it done.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. National

Diabetes Statistics Report website. https://www.cdc.

gov/diabetes/php/data-research/index.html Accessed

[9/10/2024].

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Symptoms

of diabetes. https://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/signssymptoms/index.html Accessed [9/13/2024].

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Understanding Bullying –

Working in the Community

B’eeh K’oo-ee Wellness Center

Bullying can include aggression that is physical (hitting,

tripping), verbal (name calling, teasing), or relational/

social (spreading rumors, leaving out of group). Bullying

can also occur through technology/social media platforms

known as cyberbullying.

Electronic aggression is

bullying that occurs through e-mail, a chat room, instant

messaging, text messaging, and videos/pictures posted

or shared through social media.

Bullying can result in physical injury, social and emotional

distress, and even death. Victimized youth are at

increased risk for depression, anxiety, sleep difficulties,

and poor school adjustments. Youth who bully others are

at increased risk for substance use, academic problems,

and violence. Youth who are victims to bullying suffer the

most serious consequences and are at greater risk for

both mental health and behavior problems.

Bullying can be prevented, especially through the power

of a united community. Community-wide strategies can

help identify and support youth who are bullied, redirect

the behavior of youth who bully, and change the attitudes

of adults and youth around bullying.

However, bullying doesn’t happen only at school.

Community members can use their unique strengths

and skills to prevent bullying wherever it occurs. If youth

hear anti-bullying messages from the different adults in

their lives, this reinforces the message that bullying is

unacceptable. Parents and youth also have a role in

preventing bullying in school. When parents and youth

are involved in the solutions:

IHC Diabetes Prevention & Treatment Programs

505-869-4595

My name is Lorenzo Chaves, and I started at the Diabetes Prevention

Program late August 2024. After years of being in and out of kitchens

cooking as a profession, I decided I wanted to change my career

into something I have a greater passion for, wellness! I started

my personal fitness/ wellness journey over 12 years ago as I was

starting to notice my health declining being overweight and finding any

physical activity progressively more challenging. I began by simply

getting on a stationary bike for a couple hours 3-4 times per week

that evolved into lifting weights, doing HIIT (High Intensity Interval

Training), competing in gym competitions, playing in sand volleyball

leagues, playing baseball, and trying any new physical activity that catches my eye.

I recently obtained my Personal Trainer Certification from ISSA and will continue educating

myself with different facets of fitness. I did not have anyone to help me along in the beginning

of my journey, something I want to change for anyone willing. Whether you are a beginner or

just need

some guidance to help you along, feel free to contact me or stop by for a visit. I look forward to

meeting you and working with you!

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Youth feel safer and can focus on learning.

Parents worry less.

School climates improve.

Parents can support schools’ messages about

bullying at home.

Parents are more likely to recognize signs that a

child has been bullied or is bullying others.

There is still more to be done to build safer school

environments for our youth. Parents and youth need

to feel valued and be given opportunities to contribute

their expertise and to be involved in meaningful roles.

Community and family can work together to prevent

bullying, so take time to be involved and help our youth

build resilience!

TAKE A STAND AGAINST BULLYING –

OCTOBER IS NATIONAL

BULLYING AWARENESS MONTH!

Source: www.stopbullying.gov

What is a personal representative?

Hello! My name is Bobby

Tharpe. I am a certified

personal trainer, nutritionist,

as well as a strength and

conditioning coach, and I'm

currently working on becoming

a body building specialist. I'm

excited to be here. Being a

part of the Diabetes Prevention

Program is something I'm very

proud of because

I get to help people ensure

their health and in the process

help them realize their

physical capabili­ ties. I am

looking forward to meeting

the wonderful people of lsleta

and working together to build

a healthy community.

A personal representative is someone who participates in

a patient’s health care. This could be a family member,

caretaker, close friend. Personal representatives are

responsible for helping manage a patient’s health care

and to make decisions for the patient. When officially

designated, personal representatives can access the

patient’s protected health information (PHI) such as test

results, and request medical records.

Personal representative vs. health care agent

Personal representatives and health care agents both

sign agreements to access medical information and make

decisions for patients. However, the key difference is

that health care agents may only do so when the patient

cannot make their own decisions. For example, if they are

unconscious or undergoing surgery, etc.

Designate or remove your personal representative

To designate or remove your personal representative,

please Notice the HIM (Health Information Management)

team and one of our representatives will be able to assist

you. They will ask you to fill out a Personal Representative

Form and will add it to your personal record.

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