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Volume 11 Issue 4

Isleta Pueblo News
Pueblo of Isleta website: www.isletapueblo.com

FROM THE OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR

Ma Gu Wam,

News Release

2016 DITCH ASSOCIATION
MAYORDOMOS

Contacts:
Danielle McCallum
763.519.7215
913.220.2263
dmccallum@solutran.com
bberry@solutran.com

On May 5, 2016, Mayordomos for the
Pueblo of Isleta ditch associations elected
representatives for the various districts. I
want to thank these individuals for their
commitment and sacrifices they will be
making to fulfill their duties. It is in the
sense of community that these people have
accepted their appointments to serve their
community.
The 2016 Mayordomos are:
Chical
Headman Mike Eastman- cell 388-8759
Assistant Faron Candelaria- cell 259-5276
Cacique
Headman Patrick Jiron- cell 804-1966
Assistant Jacob Valdez- cell 966-6235
Acequia Madre
Alvin Zuni – cell 485-6442
Eddie Abeita – cell 907-8234
Both Alvin and Eddie will serve another
term.
NATIVE AMERICAN COMMUNITY
ACADEMY
On Monday, March 14, Lt. Governor
Antonio Chewiwi and I met and had lunch
with students of NACA. The meeting
was arranged by Charlene Lucero, 6th7th Grade Science Teacher at NACA and
one of Isleta’s own. We stressed to the
students the importance in planning for
their future and being respectful to those
around them. Governor mentioned that
there are opportunities for students to
visit various colleges. The Pueblo of Isleta
Higher Education staff are available to
meet with high school students and to
provide information about the various
higher education institutions which may
meet their interests. The students were
thankful for the visit and words of support
and encouragement.
REMEMBER, Graduations start the
month of May. Make certain to attend the
Seniors Pow-wow, honoring all of our 2016
Graduates on April 22, 2016 at the Isleta
Recreation Center starting at 6:00pm.
PUEBLO OF ISLETA WOMEN,
INFANTS AND CHILDREN
PROGRAM
The Isleta Women, Infants and Children
Program staff have been working diligently
to provide its clients with innovative
processes for providing services, expanding
their client base and continually seeking
alternatives to improve their program. The
Pueblo of Isleta WIC program is proud to
be a part of the next phase of enhanced
services for its clients. Following is a News
Release on the program.

Brenda Berry

Solutran Begins As Processor for the
Largest WIC EBT Program
Solutran is processing EBT payments
for the Texas Health & Human Services
Commission
MINNEAPOLIS, MN (February XX,
2016) — Solutran is proud to announce
the Wic Mosaic Project has successfully
started processing transactions, making
the Texas procured project the nation’s
largest Women, Infant, and Children (WIC)
program processing Electronic Benefit
Transfer (EBT) transactions.
In first month of operation, the Wic Mosaic
Project team processed more than 1.5
million retail transactions and reimbursed
over 36.5 million dollars to approximately
2,200 grocery vendors throughout the state
of Texas. Achieving this milestone was a
culmination of an eight-month collaboration
between Texas WIC and Solutran which
included an integration with Texas’s
legacy MIS system, and increasing the
state’s reporting functionality through
Solutran’s web portal.

April 2016

“Our partnership with Solutran will greatly
improve the way our EBT transactions
are processed, making it easier for our
grocery partners to get paid,” said Candace
Stohs-Krause, TXIN Wic Mosaic Project
Communications Manager.
The Texas contract is valued over $30
million, making it the largest contract
in Solutran’s history. The Wic Mosaic
project includes additional contracts for the
WIC programs of New Mexico, Louisiana,
Cherokee Nation, and Pueblo of Isleta.
Once completed, the project will collectively
serve over 1.1 million program participants
across five WIC programs.
“We take great pride in serving Texas and
the other Wic Mosaic partners. By using
leading-edge technology, our teams were
able to implement this project phase under
an extremely tight project timeline. Now
that we are up and running, we intend to
demonstrate our service tradition that is
second to none,” said Barry Nordstrand,
CEO of Solutran.
Texas Health and Human Services
Commission, selected Solutran as their
WIC EBT Supplemental Nutrition Program
claims processor in November of 2014. The
Wic Mosaic Project was initially comprised
of Texas, New Mexico, and Louisiana WIC
programs and has since expanded to include
the Cherokee Nation, and Pueblo of Isleta
( Continued next page )

Isleta Pueblo News

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programs. The master services agreement
with Texas extends the option to other
states and agencies to contract through
their procurement vehicle. States and
agencies that contract through the services
agreement gain access to Solutran’s EBT
Services solution as well as benefit from
their volume-tiered pricing.
About Texas Department of State
Health Services
The Special Supplemental Nutrition
Program for Women, Infants, and Children
(WIC) provides Federal grants to States
for supplemental foods, health care
referrals, and nutrition education for lowincome pregnant, breastfeeding, and nonbreastfeeding postpartum women, and to
infants and children up to age five who
are found to be at nutritional risk. With
600-plus clinics in 254 Texas counties, the
Texas Department of State Health Services
serves approximately 875,000 women and
children around the state each month.
About Solutran
Solutran is a leading national payments
processor with state-of-the-art Electronic
Benefits Transfer (EBT) technology and
long-standing excellence in high-volume
payment
transactions.
Since
1982,
Solutran has provided corporations and
financial institutions with customized
solutions including check conversion,
controlled disbursement, returned check
management, depository processing, WIC
payment processing, and proprietary autoactivating S3™ technology that powers
Healthy Savings® healthy eating programs
across the country. Solutran is committed to
developing and providing solutions for the
ever-changing needs of the EBT, payments,
and promotion industries.

For Immediate Release
2016 FEDERAL, STATE AND
Contact: Edward Calabaza
PRESIDENTIAL - Election Calendar
(505) 238-8203
The 2016 Election is fast approaching, so
Isleta to Host Native Youth
make certain that all of you eligible voters,
Empowerment Symposium
aged 18 years and older register to vote.
The election locations within the Pueblo of
ISLETA PUEBLO – On April 26, in
Isleta for 2016 will be at the Isleta Elders
conjunction with National Financial
Program for Bernalillo County voters and
Literacy Month, Tiwa Lending Services,
the Veteran’s Post (in Los Charcos) for
the Pueblo of Isleta and the Office of the
Valencia County Voters. Due to the Old
Special Trustee for American Indians (OST)
Head Start site in Chical/Valencia County
will host a one-day economic symposium
not being available for voting this year.
designed to empower Native youth through
financial literacy.
“The key to financial independence is
financial literacy,” said Sheila Herrera,
Tiwa Lending Services executive director.
“Young adults need to learn at an early age
how to balance their checkbooks, pay bills
on time and how to get and keep a good
credit rating.”
The event includes two parts: 1) a panel of
experts on the topic of financial education,
work and educational opportunities and
2) real-time financial education activities
involving budget simulations, games and
activities designed to provide experiential
learning.
More than 300 Native youth, grades 9-12,
from all 19 Pueblos, two Apache nations and
the Navajo Nation are expected to attend.
TLS is a Community Development
Financial Institution (CDFI) that currently
assists Isleta Pueblo tribal members with
low interest loans to build a new home,
purchase their first home or remodel
existing ones, as well as consumer loans for
tribal members.
For more information about attending the
symposium, interested applicants may
visit the Pueblo of Isleta website at www.
isletapueblo.com and then click on the
“Enterprises” tab to register.

New Associate Judge Sworn In
LaDonna Giron
Associate Tribal Court Judge
Judge Giron was appointed to the
Pueblo of Isleta Tribal Court in
February, 2016.
Judge Giron is a lifelong resident
of Los Lunas. She attended Los
Lunas HS, The University of New
Mexico, and the University Of
New Mexico School Of Law. She
has been an attorney for sixteen
years. Judge Giron most recently
worked as an Administrative
Hearing Officer for the New
Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department where she presided
in civil administrative cases all over New Mexico. Judge Giron
is experienced in criminal law both a prosecutor and a defense
attorney. She has also served as court appointed counsel in
abuse and neglect cases in Children’s Court. Judge Giron is
licensed in New Mexico’s State and Federal courts. The Judge
looks forward to serving the people of Isleta Pueblo.

The new mailing address for Isleta Appellate Court is:
Post Office Box 122
Isleta, New Mexico 87022
The phone numbers are:
(505) 869-9692 and
(505) 869-9693

April 2016

2016 Election Dates and Deadlines

June 7, 2016 - Primary Election Day
Last day to register to vote
May 10, 2016
Last day to request absentee ballot
June 3, 2016
Last day to return absentee ballot
June 7, 2016
June 7, 2016 - Presidential Primary Election
Last Day to register to vote
May 10, 2016
Last day to request absentee ballot
June 3, 2016
Last day to return absentee ballot
June 7, 2016
November 8, 2016 - General Election Day
Primary: Filing day for all minor and independent
candidates
June 30, 2016
Last day to register to vote
October 11, 2016
Last day to request for absentee ballot
November 4, 2016
Last day to return absentee ballot
November 8, 2016

April 2016

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PROBATE NEWS

Pueblo of Isleta Veterans Association

First Notice – A petition to Probate the Estate of Bartolo Lente,
deceased August 09, 2015. Case No. CV-16-PRO-00008, has
been filed with the Pueblo of Isleta Tribal Courts. Any person
claiming an interest in the Estate may notify the Pueblo of Isleta
Tribal Court Clerk in writing within thirty (30) days of this notice being
posted. A hearing on the matter is scheduled for Wednesday, May
18, 2016 at 09:00 a.m. Claims must be filed in writing with the Isleta
Tribal Court Clerk, located at the Tribal Service Complex, 3950 Hwy
47 SE, Building A, Albuquerque, NM. Any questions regarding the
matter may be directed to the Isleta Tribal Court Clerk at (505) 8699699.

Pueblo of Isleta Veterans Association Anticipates Move to
New Veterans Center in Los Charcos, NM

First Notice – A petition to Probate the Estate of Pedro Tony
Carpio, deceased January 22, 2013. Case No. CV-16-PRO-00015,
has been filed with the Pueblo of Isleta Tribal Courts. Any person
claiming an interest in the Estate may notify the Pueblo of Isleta
Tribal Court Clerk in writing within thirty (30) days of this notice
being posted. A hearing on the matter is scheduled for Thursday,
June 28, 2016 at 09:00 a.m. Claims must be filed in writing with
the Isleta Tribal Court Clerk, located at the Tribal Service Complex,
3950 Hwy 47 SE, Building A, Albuquerque, NM. Any questions
regarding the matter may be directed to the Isleta Tribal Court Clerk
at (505) 869-9699.
Second Notice – A petition to Probate the Estate of Juan
Andres Lucero, deceased October 09, 1988. Case No. CV-15PRO-00166, has been filed with the Pueblo of Isleta Tribal Courts.
Any person claiming an interest in the Estate may notify the Pueblo
of Isleta Tribal Court Clerk in writing within thirty (30) days of
this notice being posted. A hearing on the matter is scheduled
for Tuesday, April 5, 2016 at 09:00 a.m. Claims must be filed
in writing with the Isleta Tribal Court Clerk, located at the Tribal
Service Complex, 3950 Hwy 47 SE, Building A, Albuquerque, NM.
Any questions regarding the matter may be directed to the Isleta
Tribal Court Clerk at (505) 869-9699.

Back in the mid-2000's, a group of POI Veterans, realizing that
there was a need to provide services to our veterans, their families
and to the POI community, came together to develop a veterans
organization. First step was American Legion Post 209...and
because of certain circumstances, which the veterans had control
over...Post 209 disbanded...and we are now the Pueblo of Isleta
Veteran's Association.
Back to a bit of history...in May 2006, we received a phone call
from the late Richard "Dickie" Baker, (USMC — Vietnam Vet)
informing the veterans (at that time American Legion Post 209)
that he wanted to donate to the veterans of Isleta, land he had
in Los Charcos, NM, specifically to be used for a veterans center.
Anyway, after that, there was a lot of planning to build a vet center.
Beginning with Post 209, and on to POI Vet Association, meetings
were held at the Elderly Kiva Room, the old Headstart Building,
and now at the Rec Center...and a few other places. But through
a lot of hard work and dedication the Veteran's Center that was
a vision that Richard Baker and others had, will soon become a
reality...with an official opening planned probably in mid - May or
early June.
Beginning with Richard Baker (story on Richard in next month's
newsletter), the POI Veterans have a lot of people to thank,
including our state legislatures, who helped fund the vet project
through capital outlay funds, tribal administration and council, and
especially our veterans who continue to work hard, and unselfishly
donate many hours towards the success of this project, which will
continue as long as there are Veterans to be served.
Soon, our "homeless vets will have a home".

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 Should you have additional
questions regarding the Probate process, please call the Library at
505.869.9808 and speak with Nathaniel Lujan.

Notice from Isleta Pueblo Housing
Authority (IPHA):
Please be advised that the IPHA will be accepting requests for
Seasonal service to include but not limited to turning on swamp
coolers and turning off heaters.
We will be starting the Seasonal services on April 18, 2016.
Please be certain that you want the service at the time you call
our office to place your work order. We will not be going back out
to the home to shut down the swamp cooler and turn the heater
back on should the weather change.
•

A current Renovation application must be on file; along
with a letter of disability if noting a disability.

•

Rental homes do not qualify for any type of services to
include seasonal services. Responsibilities for rental
repairs are with the landlord.

•

Should your home have more than one swamp cooler
you will be required to pay $25 and will be
responsible for material and labor time for the
additional units.

•

For those qualifying for free services on the first unit,

•

$25 will be assessed for each additional unit plus material
and labor time.

Payments will be accepted in the form of Cashier Check or
Money Order only.
Should you have any questions or need more information, please
feel free to contact our office at (505) 869-4153 during working
hours of Monday thru Friday 8:00 to 4:30.

Isleta Pueblo Housing Authority
The Isleta Pueblo Housing Authority is accepting applications
for the FYI 2017 Home Improvement Program (HIP) for safety
or sanitation repairs, renovations, and replacement of a home
for substandard dwellings. Applications are available at the
Isleta Pueblo Housing Authority Office. After submission of the
application with all required documentations it will be determined
if you meet the “eligible” criteria for the HIP Program.
Documentation required with the application:
1.
2.
3.
4.

Copy of C.I.B. (Certificate of Indian Blood)
Proof of Income (Last year’s Tax Return, SSI Award
Letter, etc.)
Most Important: Proof of ownership to either the
existing home and/or land.
Provide documentation if the applicant is stating
family member has disability or is handicapped (Letter
from a “Doctor”, Veterans’ Administration, or Social
Security, etc.)

If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact
Bernadette Lente, Executive Assistant at (505) 869-4153 Ext.
9345.

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Isleta Pueblo News

April 2016

2016 POI SUMMER
INTERNSHIP
Applications are NOW being
accepted for the
2016 Summer Internship Program.
If you are a current
High School Graduate,
And you have a
“Letter of Acceptance” to the
college of choice, Or you are a current
recipient of a POI Scholarship,
you are eligible to apply.
Please submit your application to the
Human Resources Office along
With a Letter of Interest, resume
indicating your career field and interest,
Letter of Acceptance or
Unofficial Transcripts.
All selected Interns will need to complete
an employment Drug Screen and
Background check.
Application packets will be accepted
Via postal mail, email, or fax.
POI, Human Resources
PO Box 1270
Isleta, NM 87022
505-869-7584 Office
505-869-7579 Fax
email: poiemployment@isletapueblo.com

April 2016

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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR
Deadline for May Newsletter articles is set for Thursday, April 21, 2016 at
4:30pm. Articles may be dropped off at the Library or emailed to poi02002@
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 whom 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 whom 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 .
Thank you,
Nathaniel Lujan
Newsletters may be found at the sixteen distribution locations listed below.
Remember, Digital copies of the Newsletter may be obtained from the
Newsletter archive at http://www.isletapueblo.com/newsletters.html

Hello my fellow tribal members, I have been a
carrier of the Albuquerque Journal for the past
20 years. If you would like to receive home
delivery of the Albuquerque Journal. There
are 2 subscriptions you could receive. Daily is
Sunday through Saturday (7 days a week) or,
Weekends only (Friday, Saturday and Sunday).
If interested please contact Phillip Jiron at 505414-1153.

The sixteen Newsletter distribution locations are:
1)
The Administration Building (Governor’s Office): Receptionist Desk
2)
Census Office: Receptionist Desk
3)
Health Center: Receptionist Desk
4)
Housing Department: Receptionist Desk
5)
Department of Education: Receptionist Desk
6)
New Recreation Center: Newsletter Stand
7)
Old Recreation Center: Front Desk
8)
Tribal Service Complex: Receptionist Desk
9)
Tribal Service Complex: I.P.D. Dispatch
Window
10)
Tribal Service Complex: Tribal Courts
Window
11)
Elders Center: Receptionist Desk & Lunch Delivery
12)
Head Start: Receptionist Desk
13)
Library: Newsletter Stand
14)
Ranchitos Park: Blue Box (see picture for example)
15)
Old Head Start Complex: Blue Box (see picture for example)
16)
Intersection of Tribal Road 82 & Tribal Road 84: Blue Box (see
picture for example)

St. Augustine Parish
Isleta Pueblo
Ministry of Consolation
For Immediate Release
Contact: Edward Calabaza
(505) 238-8203

Isleta to Host Native
Youth Empowerment Symposium

MISSION STATEMENT
We are a ministry of consolation at St. Augustine
Parish to offer spiritual comfort and support to families
who have experienced the loss of a loved one. We will
continue to honor and respect our traditional teachings.
OBJECTIVES:
1. To assist our spiritual leader in Christ with his duties
to render pastoral care and/or services.
2.To assist families with hospitality and Christian
fellowship after the liturgy and burial services
when requested.
3.The bereavement group will offer informal continuing
support.

With Sympathy
“In times of sorrow God’s quiet waters of
hope and courage flow”

ISLETA PUEBLO — On April 26, in conjunction with National Financial
literacy Month, Tiwa Lending Services, the Pueblo of Isleta and the
Office of the Special Trustee for American Indians (OST) will host a oneday economic symposium designed to empower Native youth through
financial literacy.
"The key to financial independence is financial literacy," said Sheila
Herrera, Tiwa Lending Services executive director. "Young adults need
to learn at an early age how to balance their checkbooks, pay bills on
time and how to get and keep a good credit rating."
The event includes two parts: 1) a panel of experts on the topic of financial
education, work and educational opportunities and 2) real-time financial
education activities involving budget simulations, games and activities
designed to provide experiential learning.
More than 300 Native youth, grades 9-12, from all 19 Pueblos, two
Apache nations and the Navajo Nation are expected to attend.
TLS is a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) that
currently assists Isleta Pueblo tribal members with low interest loans to
build a new home, purchase their first home or remodel existing ones, as
well as consumer loans for tribal members.
For more information about attending the symposium, interested
applicants may visit the Pueblo of Isleta website at www.isletapueblo.
com and then click on the "Enterprises" tab to register.

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April 2016

**PLEASE NOTE: POSITIONS ARE OPENED UNTIL FILLED**
PLEASE SUBMIT TRANSFER REQUEST TO HUMAN RESOURCES
Staffing Specialist:
Mari Valenzuela 724-3920 or Vickie Carrion 244-8206
www.isleta.com
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FOOD & BEVERAGE
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F&B TIWA
FOOD & BEVERAGE
673BR
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BARTENDER - STEAKHOUSE
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FACILITIES MAINTENANCE
AMENITIES

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Pueblo of Isleta Career Opportunities
READVERTISED -
DISPATCHER,
Police Department, 04/01/2016
NEW - PIPE LAYER/LABORER (NTE 2 YR),
Public Services, WITHIN PUEBLO ONLY-Open Until Filled
NEW - DATA CLERK,
Headstart & Child Care, 04/01/2016
NEW- AQUATICS COORDINATOR,
Recreation Center,Open Until Filled
NEW -
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT II,
Public Services, WITHIN ONLY-03/25/16
NEW - HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT,
Human Resources, 04/04/2016
NEW -
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT I,
Treasury Office, 03/31/2016
NEW - TRUANCY COORDINATOR,
Truancy Department, 03/29/2016
NEW - SCHOLARSHIP COORDINATOR,
Dept of Education, 03/24/2016
ASSISTANT AQUATICS COORDINATOR,
Recreation Center,
Open Until Filled
DISABILITIES COORDINATOR,
Headstart & Child Care,
Open Until Filled
LIFEGUARD (2 Positions),
Recreation Center,
Open Until Filled
LIFEGUARD (4 Positions 30 hr wk),
Recreation Center,
Open Until Filled
LIFEGUARD (4 Positions-Summer Hire),
Recreation Center,
Open Until Filled
HEALTH COORDINATOR,
Headstart & Child Care,
Open Until Filled
SUMMER RECREATION AIDE, Recreation Center,
Open Until Filled

WITHIN PUEBLO ONLY
WEED/LITTER CREW (PART TIME),
Recreation Center, -
Open Until Filled

WITHIN PUEBLO ONLY
BUS DRIVER (PART TIME),
Headstart & Child Care,
Open Until Filled
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER,
Health Center,
Open Until Filled
SCHOOL BUS DRIVER (TEMP/NTE 90 days),
POI Elementary School,
Open Until Filled
COOK ASSISTANT (TEMP/NTE 90 days),
POI Elementary School,
Open Until Filled
SENIOR MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN,
Health Center,
Open Until Filled
IN-HOME CARE ATTENDANT,
Elderly Center,
Open Until Filled
CAREGIVER I (Part-Time- 0 to 24 hr per week),
Assisted Living Facility,
Open Until Filled
LAND SURVEY TECH AIDE (20 hr. per week).
Surveying and Mapping,
Open Until Filled
CHILD CARE PROVIDER, Headstart & Child Care,
Open Until Filled
IRRIGATION TECHNICIAN, Public Services,
Open Until Filled

WITHIN ONLYNURSE EDUCATOR, Health Center,
Open Until Filled
CHR VAN DRIVER (Occasional),
Health Center,
Open Until Filled
RANCH HAND (Seasonal),
Comanche Ranch,
Continuously Accepting Applications

WITHINWILDLAND FIRE CREW(4 temp/occasion),
Public Services,
Open Until Filled
TEACHER - COMPUTER,
POI Elementary School,
Open Until Filled
SEPTIC TRUCK DRIVER,
Public Services,
Open Until Filled
PHYSICIAN, Health Center,
Open Until Filled
ELEMENTARY TEACHER, POI Elementary School,
Continuously Accepting Applications
PLUMBER, Housing Authority,
Open Until Filled
HVAC TECHNICIAN,
Housing Authority,
Open Until Filled
PERSONAL CARE SERVICE AIDE,
Elder Center,
Continuously Accepting Applications
PHYSICAL THERAPIST, Health Center,
Open Until Filled
POLICE OFFICER, Police Department,
Open Until Filled
LIFEGUARD (Regular Part-Time),
Recreation Center,
Continuously Accepting Applications
VETERAN SUPPORT SERVICE PROGRAM
Elder Center,
Open Until Filled

MEMBER

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2016 All Indian Game Day:
This year, the Pueblo Of Isleta was host to the 2016 All Indian Game Day Events. All
Indian Game is an event that originated in the 1980’s and was first hosted in the Zuni
Pueblo area. This event is conducted and hosted by the New Mexico Senior Olympics
Program as well as the host venue. The event is open for all 19 NM Pueblos, Apache
Tribes and Navajo Nation as well as various surrounding NM Native American programs
to participate in which involve various athletic events. Athletes earn points for their
community by placing in the top seeds of their various events. These points are awarded
to athletes in various age/event categories. Earned points are tallied at the end of the
entire event and Special Awards are presented in a closing ceremony.
This year was the 11th annual All Indian Game Day to have taken place. This is one of
the only sporting events for Native American communities that incorporate a friendly
tribal community/program competition in the south west region that involves various
Senior Olympic events for athletes ages 50 & over. Isleta has now been home to 6 All
Indian Game Day Events.
Since the early 2000’s this event has taken place every other year or on every even year.
In 2016, Isleta was blessed to have been home for over 400+ registered athletes as well
as over 100+ volunteer staff and an audience of even more fellow Native Americans
visitors from throughout New Mexico. Isleta hosted this event during March 16th
& 17th, 2016, utilizing various surrounding venues such as the Isleta Elder Center,
Recreation Center, Golf Course, Fun Connection, and Lakes. Volunteers from various
Pueblo Of Isleta Departments, Isleta community members as well as members from the
Isleta Veterans Association all took part and were essential in the success of this year’s
event.
Over 30+ registered athletes from our Isleta community as well as various local Native
American participants were the ambassadors of athleticism, sportsmanship, teamwork,
and community involvement for our pueblo in this year’s event. All of the athletes
involved are truly appreciated for their continuous participation in advocating the true
meaning of living a healthy proactive lifestyle through these Senior Olympic events.
Pueblo Isleta Programs such as the Parks/Recreation Program & Elder Program were
each recognized and presented with beautiful plaques for their involvement in making
this event possible.
Team Isleta was awarded 1st Place, earning the top points in the Elder/Elders Category
of the 2016 A.I.G.D events. Team Isleta Athletes earned medals and community points
by placing in top three of each of their various events. Nearly all athletes involved
in this year’s competition were able to earn a medal in each of the offered events.
Congratulations to Elsie Lucero in earning the 2016 Spirit Athlete Award for her
participation and involvement in the Isleta Senior Olympic Program.

April 2016

2016 All Indian Game Day
Athletes: Team Isleta
Abeita Eleanor
Analla Gloria
Lente-Burch Sharon
Carpio Leanora Isabel
Chewiwi Lupita
Doyle LaVern
Jaramillo Lillian
Jaramillo Jose
Jiron Lupita
Johnson Mary Ann
Jojola Charles
Jojola Micheal
Jojola Patricia
Jojola Patty
Reyna-Jojola Priscilla
Kirk Marie
Lente Alberta
Lente Betty
Lente Pauline
Lente Herman
Lucero Cecelia
Lucero Elsie
Lucero Joe. D
Lujan Elaine
Lujan Diego
Martin Carol
Martinez Jose
Padilla Paul
Padilla Reyes (Rae)
Padilla Theresa (Terry)
Pedro Georgia
Salazar Teresita
Sarracino Ronald
Thomas Lupita
Velardez Josephine
Zuni Ann
Zuni Rose

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Isleta Elementary School Newsletter
March 2016 Volume 1, Issue 1
J. Jaramillo
Publisher

Rebecca Vesely
Principal

Upcoming Events

NEWS

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Happy Spring to all families and friends of
Isleta Eagles! We have approached the
beginning of the 4th 9 week period and grades
3 through 6 are preparing for the annual
PARCC assessment.

NO after school March 24th
Spring Break March 25-April 1st
Half Days: March April 6th & April 20th
Child Abuse Awareness family night April 14th 5:30-7:30pm
updates such as roller coaster building and
arts and craft projects.

What is PARCC you may ask? PARCC
stands for The Partnership for Assessment
of Readiness for College and Careers.
According to www.parcconline.org, this
assessment provides an evaluation of each
student’s progress in both English and
Mathematics. The test is aligned to what
students are learning in the classroom which
is further aligned to the Common Core State
Standards. It measures real world skills
that include problem solving and critical
thinking. Overall, PARCC measures student
achievement.
During the testing weeks, please make sure
your child goes to bed early, gets plenty of rest,
and eats a healthy breakfast. Students will
not be allowed into class once testing starts.
Please make sure your child gets to school on
time during testing weeks. Testing will begin
the week of April 18th. Additional information
will be sent home in the near future.
On behalf of the Isleta Elementary staff and
students, we would like to wish you all a
relaxing and fun spring break.

After School Program
The 21st Century After School Program is off
and running! Every club is having fun and
learning new things. Thank you teachers and
students who are making our after school
program a success.
One of the classes being offered is Lego Club
sponsored by Mrs. Lovato and Ms. LaPahe.
There are currently 15 students enrolled
from grades K-3. Lego Club helps students
develop many important skills.

Preparing to launch a rocket. Thanks to
the help of a parent.
Some of these skills include: problem solving,
working with instructions, organization, and
critical thinking. In the Lego Club, students
work in a small group to build “sets” such as
Wall-E, The White House, The Eifel Tower,
and a farm setting. To date, students have
completed 5 sets. They are extremely proud
of their hard work and are enthusiastic to start
new sets!
A group of 4th and 5th graders have been
building rockets which is quite a task. Students
must measure, cut, align, follow specific
instructions, and be patient. There are a total
of 12 rockets that have been built. Stay tuned
for rocket launching success and other club

Isaac and Denise are showing
off their rock art.

Computer Lab

1st Grade News
Wow! We cannot believe it is already March!
Time flies when you are having fun! In our
fabulous first grade class we are working on
many things. In ELA, we are digging deeper
into our reading. We are asking questions
such as: what is the author’s purpose, what is
the main idea and how can we read to find the
solution and problems in the stories. In math,
we are learning how to tell time, double digit
addition and subtraction, working on our fact
fluency to ten, and many other math concepts.
All of the first graders work so hard! Parents,
thank you for allowing me to be their teacher
this year! Have a wonderful and restful spring
break.
Mrs. Armijo

4th Grade News
We are becoming geologists! As part of our
earth science studies, we are learning about
the Rock Cycle. Through our exploration,
we found out that the rock cycle never ends!
Just ask one of our fourth grade geologists
to explain that to you.
Learning about
the different types of rocks has been very
interesting. We will be doing some research
using our own playground. Hopefully we will
find examples of igneous, sedimentary, and
metamorphic rock.
Erosion takes place in many areas. Right in
our neighborhood, there is a prime example –
the arroyo. We plan to take a short walk and
study the arroyo.
If anyone has rock samples that could be
shared with our class, we promise to take
excellent care of them. In the meantime –
ROCK ON!!!
Yearbooks are still being sold. If you would
like one please see your teacher or Mrs.
Armijo. They will be arriving around May 7th
and only a few will be available to
sell. So get your book today!

Courtesy of Erin Meehan – 4th Grade.
The Computer Lab at Pueblo of Isleta
Elementary School is busy with lots of
projects. Grade 6 is learning word processing
and report writing skills in MS Word. Grade
5 made Power Points about a character
from Greek Mythology and learned how to
do research on kid-friendly websites. Grade
4 is busy with reading comprehension
activities on Softschools.com. Also, Grade
4 is researching about the Rock Cycle and
learning how rocks form. Grade 3 wrote
reports about U.S. Presidents from George
Washington to Obama using the internet to
help them find fun facts and to see how the
job has changed after using the internet to get
facts. Grade 1 has been busy typing spelling
words and sentences as well as using IXL to
practice their math skills. The kindergarteners
typed their spelling words FIVE! Times this
week and started to use a keyboard program
to learn typing skills. Here are some kid
friendly and fun website you can try at home:
Greek Mythology
www.watchknowlearn.org
www.ngkids.co.uk/didyouknow/Greek-Myths
Geology
www.kidsgeo.com
www.sciencekids.co.nz
General
www.softschools.com
Little Ones
www.seussville.com

Isleta Elementary and Isleta Head Start
and Child Care Center will be hosting
an event put together by Isleta Social
Services. April’s Family Night will include
a light dinner in the school cafeteria. A
presentation will follow in the school gym.
Join us as we come together to bring
awareness beginning at 5:30pm.

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April 2016

Pueblo of Isleta Public Library
Time is flying along with these crazy winds. April 10-16 is National Library week! Come visit us at the
Library and get library card, check out some books or movies and check out the different programs we
offer. All Library programs we offer are FREE and open to the community and public.

News
The Library will be closed on Wednesday,
April 6th from 8:00am-12:00pm for our
monthly staff meeting. We are closed every
first Wednesday of the month. This gives us
time to plan our upcoming programs and
to discuss any issues or suggestions with
improving our Library to better serve our
community.
The Old Recreation Center and the Library
are teaming up to provide you more
resource for a different workout experience.
The Library has purchased a 55in TV, a
Blu-Ray player, and a sound bar, which
will be at the Old Recreation Center. This
took place of the small 12in TV they had
available to everyone. We have provided
them these items to promote our fitness
DVDs and to give you another work out
experience. Recreational Staff Member
Steven Abeita took the initiative to make
this happen and has been checking out
fitness DVDs to have available at the front
desk for you to explore. All that we ask
is that you respect and take care of these
items every time you use them. Every two
weeks the old recreation center will have
5 fitness videos available at the front desk
for you to workout with. Invite a group of
friends and head on to the Old Recreational
Center and get an intense exciting workout.
More exciting news to come!
In March, we held a used Easter Basket
promotion so patrons may lessen their
Library Fines without having to paying
and in return we took $3 off the fines per
basket. In total, we collected eleven baskets
which were donated to the Recreational
Center’s Easter Egg Hunt. In the past
years, we witnessed children using shirts
and plastic bags as Easter Baskets. At this
time, I would like to thank those Library
patrons for the kind donations as you
helped enhance eleven children’s Easter
experience.
A special announcement for everyone
who participates on the Isleta Little
League teams. The Library has an Art
Room available for your use for banner night
at the Isotopes Park coming soon. Many of
you have taken advantage of this and we
would like to extend this invitation to all
participating teams. Come utilize our art
supplies and space at no cost to you. Please
give the Library a call to reserve the Art
Room at 505.869.9808. This will be based
on first come first serve basis, however we
will do our best to accommodate the teams.

Upcoming
Library Fitness Bags for Checkout- Do
you love fitness? Starting April 18th the
Library will have fitness bags available
for check out. These bags will consist
of an instructional DVD, fitness cards,
healthy food recipes, workout log and small
equipment. We will have three categories
of fitness bags for you to check out:
Home Fitness, Home Cardio and Sports
Endurance. By request by patrons, we will
have Zumba Fitness Bags, Yoga, speed
ladder and much more. You may check out
these bags for 1 week with one renewal per
patron. It must be returned after the max
allowed time has been reached. $5 late fee

One of many children whom took pictures with the Easter Bunny at the Library.
will be charged for each day the bag is late. Summer Reading Program- Only a
For any lost or damage to the contents in couple months until we officially begin our
the bag, patrons will be charged for the full Summer Reading Program. Registration
price of the set we paid for. Unfortunately will be on Friday, May 13th starting at
we cannot replace individual items because 7:00am until we are completely full. We will
we bought these items as box sets. If you have 20 spots available for ages 3 years old
have any questions, please give the Library (must be potty trained)- 6 years old with a
a call at 505.869.9808.
theme of Wellness, Fitness and Sports. This
program will incorporate daily story time,
Story Time- The Library is happy to invite
arts and crafts and physical activity. For
you all to our weekly story time on Mondays
the youth we have 30 spots for ages 7 years
at 10:30am for children 16 months to 5
old- 18 years old with a theme of News
years old but everyone is welcomed. Bring
Broadcasting. Youth will start each day with
the whole family to enjoy a story together.
30 minute daily reading in age appropriate
Stories will be told by Library staff member
reading groups and news related activities.
Diane Abeita along with activities such as
Some projects they will work on are news
puppets, finger plays, songs and crafts. No
stories, breaking news, news script writing,
need to sign up. Come join us! For more
video editing, commercials, and much more.
information please give Diane a call at the
Juniors and Youth will have their final
Library 505.869.9808.
program on July 26th. The Summer Lunch
Adult Food Program- Tuesday, April Program will be provided each day. All field
19th Do you love lasagna? Do you love Green trips and lunches are paid for by the Pueblo
Chile? Put them together and you have a “to of Isleta Public Library. Unfortunately we
die for dish”, Green Chile Lasagna. Library do not provide transportation to or from
staff member Diane will be teaching you all the Library. If you have any questions or
how to make this delicious dish for your next concerns, please give the Library a call and
dinner or potluck gathering. This program speak to a staff member at 505.869.9808.
is open to the first 10 adults. You may call
Recap
the Library to sign up starting April 1st. To
sign up call the Library at 505.869.9808. Easter Pictures, March 22nd- Thank
One person may sign up per phone call due you to all who were able to come out to the
to limited space.
Library for pictures with the Easter Bunny.

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Isleta Pueblo News

Everyone that took a picture with the Easter
Bunny received an Egg with a special treat
inside. Pictures were emailed out on March
21st and family pictures were printed out
and available for pick up on March 28. If
you have not received your picture via
email please give the Library a call at
505.869.9808. Also come by the Library to
pick up your picture if you haven’t done so
already.

Pueblo of Isleta Public Library
Hours of Operation:
Library Hours
Mon-Thurs - 8:00a.m. - 6:30p.m.
Friday8:00a.m. - 4:30p.m.
Saturday9:00a.m. - 1:00p.m.
Closed on Sundays, all federally recognized
holidays and also Isleta traditional
Holidays.
Please contact library for more information
on closures.

Harry Potter Book Club, March 31stLibrary staff member Kyle Lujan led the
Harry Potter youth book club which was
open to 10 participants. Each book club
meeting involved wizardly discussions and
trivia. Kyle also incorporated Harry Potter
inspired crafts such as Harry Potter wands,
bookmarks and dragon eggs. The kids had a
fun time and enjoyed talking about the book.
The program ended with a pizza party and
the showing of the first Harry Potter movie:
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone.
Thank you to everyone that participated.

Mailing and Physical Address:
950 Moonlight Drive
Albuquerque, NM 87105
Phone: (505)-869-9808
Fax: 505-869-8119

Harry Potter Book Club participants
concentrating on painting wands.
Isleta Elementary Spring Break
Pokemon Activities, March 28th &
29th - Library Staff member Cheyenne
hosted this two day event to keep the kids
busy for a couple of days that they were on
spring break. On Monday, March 28th the
kids made a Pokemon bookmark using an
origami technique. They had to use their
imagination to make their own Pokemon
and come up with its abilities and how it
can be damaged.

Harry Potter Book Club participant
painting a wand.

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Isleta Pueblo News
Editor:
Nathaniel Lujan
Asst. Editor:
Tara Abeita
Published By:
Valencia Express

This same program will be re-hosted on
April 4 & 5 for those students on Spring
Break (Los Lunas Schools). Please call the
Library at 505.869.9808, should you have
additional questions.

Behavioral Health Services Community Garden Update
March 23, 2016
The Community Garden has received a
tremendous amount of support this year!
So far several community members have
donated their time to readying the garden
by clearing weeds, flattening the garden’s
surface, starting seedlings and gathering
leaves. The Pueblo of Isleta landfill staff
voiced their support and will be delivering
fresh mulch to the garden which then we will
use for walking paths. Another community
member donated eight 55-gal drums which
will be used for rainwater catchment and
water storage.
We have partnered with Mick Gorospe,
Laguna Tribal Member and the Land and
Farm Manager at the Gutierrez-Hubble
House Vineyard and Orchard just north of
the Isleta reservation on Isleta Blvd. Mr.
Gorospe provides us a tremendous amount
of education and knowledge about successful
gardening. We are also working with New
Mexico State University’s Bernalillo and
Valencia cooperative extension offices
who have agreed to provide us with free
educational classes open to the Pueblo of
Isleta and our friends and neighbors!
UPCOMING EVENTS:
1. FREE composting class provided by
Mr. John Zarola, Master Composter
a. When: April 12, 2016 from 3-5:30pm
b. Where: Isleta Health Training
Center – west of the garden

c. All are welcome to attend however
space is limited. Please call 869-5475
to reserve your space!
2. Seed Sovereignty in the Face of
Climate Change Workshop provided by
Samantha Martinez with Native Seeds/
SEARCH
a. When: April 16 & 17, 2016
b. Where: Tesuque Pueblo
(transportation can be provided)
c. All are welcome to attend however
space is limited. Please call 869-5475
to reserve your space!!
We are still asking for the following
donations * to make our soil and provide
protection from the weather:
1. Leaves
2. Old hay, straw, or alfalfa bales (the
kind that cannot be fed to animals)
3. Grass clippings
4. Any berry transplants
5. Any fruit bearing or nut bearing
tree transplants
*For your convenience we can pick up any
donations - just give us a call!!
WEEKLY MEETINGS
We have weekly meetings every Tuesday
at 3:00pm at Isleta Behavioral Health
Services. Please join us and bring your
expertise, wisdom and ideas. Come dressed
to work in the garden too! Thank you in
advance for you contributions. To donate

to or learn more about the community
garden, please call (505) 869-5475 and ask
for Jennifer Padilla.

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April 2016

Johnson O’Malley Program
Important Information
The program has been very busy since the beginning of the New
Year planning and incorporating many different activities. I am
certain you all are just as busy as we are. With that being said,
we would like to remind you that it is very important to keep your
contact information updated. Please contact us if your addresses
have changed. There has been very important information and
educational opportunities that has been sent out to parents,
especially for those who are graduating this year.

Kickstart to College
It is never too early to start talking about college! College choice
is a very important decision to be made. The Higher Education
Department has been hosting different college nights to give out

information. The next event is on March 29th with UNM and
April 5th with CNM. Each event is from 5:30pm to 7:30pm at the
Department of Education. Door prizes will be provided!

Reimbursements
The 2016 JOM contractual agreement with Bureau of Indian
Affairs has been approved and allowed the program to reimburse
JOM eligible students for cap and gown costs as well as a portion
of 2016 summer school costs. Cap and gown reimbursements is
for the cap and gown with original receipt only; no add-ons will
be allowed. Summer school reimbursement is up to 50% of the
total cost and requires proof that the student received credit for
the course. These reimbursements do not occur every year and is
dependent upon total cost of services and direct impact.

Family Activity Night Easter Eggstravaganza
Family nights are implemented to strengthen family relationships while building academic and socialization skills of students. In
addition to these primary concepts we seek to build parent involvement and student participation. Last month, Family Activity Night’s
theme was Easter Eggstravaganza!!! Despite the cold windy weather it was a night filled with arts and crafts and gunny sack races for
the children and a trash bag race for the adults. Families were able to sit and enjoy a meal as they worked on arts and crafts.

Calling All High School Seniors
The GRADUATION BANQUET IS HERE!!!
Time is running out for you to sign up your graduating Senior.
This year’s banquet is going to be held on Thursday, April
28, 2016. If you are (or know of) a Native American high
school senior (1/4 or more total Native quantum) enrolled
in Los Lunas School District, or an Isleta senior attending
school in APS or other school (1/4 more quantum of Isleta)
and are graduating this year, You are invited to the 2016
Graduation Banquet held at the Isleta Resort & Casino.
This event is invite only and an R.S.V.P. is required in order
to attend. Please contact the JOM office at 505-869-9810 or
the Department of Education at 505-869-9790 to have your/
student’s name added to the invitation list. Deadline to add
your name to the list is April 1, 2016. This is definitely one
event you don’t want to miss!

Family Activity Night
IEC Meeting
Join us for family night and our IEC meeting on April 20, 2016
@ 5:30pm. We will be doing different activities for children
to learn about the importance of keeping our environment
clean. Children will use their creativity to complete different
projects. April is National Gardening Month, prepare to get
dirty!!!

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Experiential Learning Opportunity St. Patrick’s Day Balloon Rally
Experiential Learning Opportunities provide students real-life learning experiences. This past month we attended the St. Patrick’s Day Balloon Rally in
Belen. We had four students get up before the roosters even crowed. They observed the process of how the hot air balloons go from being packed up in a truck
to up in the air. We were welcomed by the Wells Fargo Pilot to explore her balloon close up. They were amazed that the pilot of the balloon was a woman!
We were excited that they got to sit on the basket and look way up into the balloon as it was filled with hot air. They also learned that each balloon is different
in size, shape and color. They learned that each balloon will lift off based on total weight and not based on the capacity.

SAVE THE DATE
COMMUNITY SUMMIT AND
GARDEN PARTY
"HEAL THE EARTH, HEAL OURSELVES"
APRIL 22, 2016
@ 9AM TO 4PM
LUNCH PROVIDED
ISLETA BEHAVIORAL
HEALTH SERVICES
FOR MORE INFORMATION
OR TO RSVP CALL
505-869-5475
FREE CEU’S

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April 2016

FROM THE DESK OF Arnold Sena

(PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR):
Happy April to everyone in the Pueblo!
As we dive into April I’m sure that many of you that frequent the
New Recreation Center have noticed the signs posted stating that
the swimming pool will be closed indefinitely. For information
purposes, yes it is currently closed, unfortunately we had to close
the swimming pool due to our current staffing situation and for
safety reasons.
We are hoping to re-open the pool as soon as we are able to do so;
I recently lost two Lifeguards, an Assistant Aquatics Coordinator
and an Aquatics Coordinator. All four of these individuals recently
resigned from their positions with the pueblo, which left us seriously
understaffed in the pool area and their resignations actually
forced us to close the pool for safety reasons. The individuals that
resigned were all certified staff members that were key cogs in the
daily operations of the pool.
As soon as we get the vacant positions filled with certified staff, we
will be able to re-open the pool again. We have posted the vacant
positions on the POI website and we are diligently trying to find
individuals to fill those vacant positions. It is very important to me
that I fill these vacant positions with quality individuals that are
certified to work with swimming pools. I also want to make sure

that the individuals I hire have the safety and the best interest of
the pueblo and its people in mind before we hire them.
I know that many of you are frustrated about the current pool
situation and that you want to see the pool opened as soon as
possible and I sincerely apologize for any inconvenience the pool
closure has caused. We will get our vacant pool positions filled
soon and as I mentioned earlier, our goal is to get our pool safely
re-opened and available to our pueblo members (elders, adults,
teens, and children) as quickly as possible.
Once we re-open the pool we are hoping to see all of you and your
families here enjoying the swimming pool and meeting the new
staff. Please come and take advantage of the pool when it re-opens.
If anyone has any questions or concerning about the pool and/or
the department please feel free to contact me at 869-9777. I would
love to hear from you, your input is important to me and the future
of the department.

ALL INDIAN GAME DAY

Another all Indian Game Day is in the books. This year’s event took place
this past month (March) and with well over 400 elders from approximately
24 different pueblos and tribes that participated in this year’s games, I would
have to say that the games were a huge success.
This year’s elders participated in Archery, Basketball Free Throw, Bowling,
8Ball Pool, Frisbee Accuracy, Frisbee Distance, Golf, Huachas, Road Race-5K,
Shuffleboard, Soccer Kick Accuracy, Softball Distance Throw, 400M Run/Walk
and 800M Run/Walk.
What a great event for our Native American Elders from across the state, it
was awesome to see them compete in the different activities for two days. They
really take their games seriously and they should. The skill level that many
of these athletes displayed along with their fitness level made me seriously
question my own health and fitness level and I decided that I need to get back
in the gym.
Thought of the Day
”Give the world the best you have and the best
will come back to you.”
-Anonymous

For every minute you are angry,
you lose 60 seconds of happiness.
-Ralph Waldo Emerson

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I want to thank the Senior
Olympics Staff, the Elder Center
and their staff, my Parks &
Recreation Department staff, all
the volunteers from Isleta Pueblo
and from all the other pueblos
and anyone else that I may have
inadvertently forgot to thank
for all their hard work with this
great event.
Random Fact of the Day:
The average strawberry
has 200 seeds.

Congratulations
on a job well done
Merissa & Ashley
Marie on your
completion of the
2016 King of the
Hill 5k / 10k Trial
Run.
ANNUAL EASTER EGG HUNT
We also had our annual Easter Egg Hunt this past month which
was also a success, we had approximately 80 participants that
participated in 5 different age groups this year. The different age
groups were 5 and under, 6 through 8 year olds, 9 through 11 year
olds, 12 and up age group and we also had an Elder Easter Egg Hunt
this year for anyone 50 years old or older.

Boy’s Isleta Eagles
Basketball Team

This was another great event, with great participation, put together
by and sponsored by our Parks & Recreation Department and staff.
There were lots of happy faces! Great job everyone.
Remember that it’s already April and summer is quickly creeping up
on us. It is extremely important that we protect our skin from the UV
rays that cause damage to our skin, so make sure and use sun screen
whenever you are outdoors. It’s equally important that we make
sure that we stay hydrated with fluids not only during the summer
months but year round. Heat Stroke is a very common occurrence
in our New Mexico climate and it’s also something that is highly
preventable. Keep yourselves hydrated and drink plenty of water.
Let’s do our part for our own personal well-being and for our loved
ones by using sunscreen on ourselves and our family members, let’s
also make sure that drink plenty of water. Stay Healthy!
The following is the Pueblo of Isleta, Parks & Recreation
Departments Mission Statement and Vision Statement.
MISSION STATEMENT – To provide programs and parks systems
that meet community needs and promote community involvement in
recreation fitness, parks, cultural activities, education, and health
and family activities in well maintained, accessible and safe facilities
and environments.
VISION STATEMENT – To provide and offer facilities, programs
and services that allows our tribal members and tribal employees to
experience physical, mental, and social benefits through their leisure
time participation and to provide opportunities for young people,
adults, and elders to live, grow and develop into healthy, contributing
members of the Isleta Pueblo and beyond.
My staff does their very best every day to make sure that our Mission
and Vision Statements are being followed and I want to commend
them for the great job that they do on a daily basis for the Pueblo
of Isleta and the tribe. I can’t say enough about them, they do a
wonderful job.
Thought of the day:
“Learn to enjoy every minute of your life.
Be happy now.
Don’t wait for something outside of yourself
to make you happy in the future.
Think how really precious is the time you have to spend,
whether it’s at work or with your family.
Every minute should be enjoyed and savored.”
~ Earl Nightingale

Posted is a picture of the 2016 Boy’s Isleta Eagle Basketball
Team. The team is composed of students from the Isleta
Elementary & various Los Lunas Schools with the link being
the Pueblo of Isleta in some form. As the season progressed,
the team lost four players and their coach as the end of the
season tournaments began. Despite the obstacles which
presented themselves to the team, these nine players turned
and relied on each other as they then realized they were there
for one another. Instead of having a full month of practice,
they had three days and had to practice outside at the old
elementary courts as the Recreational Gym & Outside courts
were reserved for the Senior Games. They endured the cold
wind one day, then the hot sun on the other, and the nonforgiving cement courts on the last two days of their three
practice.
They may not have won a game in the last basketball
tournament but they represented the Pueblo of Isleta with
great humbleness and honor. Many fans in stands at San
Felipe complimented our team for their relentlessness not to
give up as they fought and played hard. Should you recognize
any of these nine boys be sure to Thank them for showing our
neighboring Pueblo relatives that the people from the Pueblo
of Isleta (including their youth) are strong minded and never
quit no matter how hard life gets.
The team would also like to acknowledge and thank
Recreational Staff member Ray Mora for donating his time
and basketball knowledge to the team during their final
practices.

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Nicely Done at the Region 10 Karate Tournament
Recently the POI-Isleta Recreation Center hosted the AAU Region 10 Karate Tournament. Each of the students competed and placed in
three events. The divisions were broken up by both age group and time in karate. Several schools were in attendance from Albuquerque,
Lubbock, Denver and El Paso. If you have any questions about the Martial Arts program at the Isleta Recreation Center, please call
869-9777 or contact Mr. Chavez at 866-4360.

Pictured front row (L-R) Carla Cherino - Bronze in Kata and Bronze in Kumite and Bronze in Team
Kata, Miguel Herrera Jr. - Bronze in Kata and Silver in Kumite and Bronze in Team Kata, Gavin
Abeita - silver in Kata and Gold in Kumite and Bronze in Team Kata, Ryan Price - Bronze in Kata
and Bronze in Kumite and Gold in Team Kata.
Pictured back row (L-R) Michael Price - Gold in Kata and Gold in Kumite and Gold in Team Kata,
Quincy Walker - Silver in Kata and Silver in Kumite and Gold in Team Kata, Karl Lacsina Jr. - Gold
in Kata, and Gold in Kumite and Silver in Team Kata, Kimberly Lacsina - Gold in Kata, and Silver
in Kumite and Silver in Team Kata, Mary Cherino - Silver in Kata and Silver in Kumite and Bronze
in team kata.
Not Photographed at time of Photo: Sebastian Jaramillo - Bronze in Kata and Silver in Kumite and
Bronze in Team Kata.
Pictured Center: Mr. Chavez, Martial Arts Instructor at the POI-Isleta Recreation Center.

Photo Left to Right: Mr. Chavez - Instructor
and Mr. Quincy Walker, Yellow Belt.
Recently Quincy Walker was promoted
and received his certification to Yellow belt
in the Isleta Recreation Center Martial Arts
Program.

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Health Beat

www.healthline.com
Health Educator, Stephanie Barela @ 869-4479

SHINGLES
Shingles is an infection caused by the varicella-zoster virus, which
is the same virus that causes chickenpox. Even after chickenpox
is treated, the virus may live on in your nervous tissues for years
before reactivating as shingles. Shingles may also be referred to as
herpes zoster. This type of viral infection is characterized by a red
skin rash that usually causes pain and burning. Shingles usually
appears as a stripe of blisters on one side of the body, typically
on the torso, neck, or face. Most cases of shingles clear up within
two to three weeks. Shingles rarely occurs more than once in the
same person. The first symptoms of shingles are usually pain and
burning. The pain is usually on one side of the body and occurs in
small patches. A red rash typically follows.
Rash characteristics include:
•
red patches
•
fluid-filled blisters that break easily
•
a rash that wraps around from the spine to the torso
•
a rash on the face and ears
•
itching
Some people experience symptoms beyond pain and a rash
with shingles. These symptoms may include:
•
a fever
•
chills
•
a headache
•
fatigue
•
muscle weakness
Certain factors put people at risk for developing shingles:
•
can occur in anyone who has had chickenpox
•
being 60 or older
•
having had chickenpox before the age of 1
•
having diseases that weaken the immune system, such
as HIV, AIDS, or cancer
•
having had chemotherapy or radiation treatment
•
taking drugs that weaken the immune system, such as
steroids or medications given after an organ transplant

Preventing Shingles:
•
Vaccines can help keep you from developing severe
shingles symptoms or complications from shingles.
•
All children and adults who have never had the
chickenpox should receive a chickenpox vaccine
(varicella immunization).
•
The immunization doesn’t necessarily mean that you
won’t get chickenpox, but it can help reduce the severity
of your symptoms.
•
Adults who are age 60 or older should get a
shingles vaccine, also known as the varicella-zoster
immunization. This vaccine helps to prevent severe
symptoms and complications associated with shingles.
Shingles is contagious. If you become infected, certain
steps must be taken to prevent the spread of the infection.
•
Having had shingles infection previously does not
mean you cannot receive the vaccine, although
if you had shingles recently, you have probably
boosted your immune system for the next few years.
Since it is a live virus vaccine, there are some people
who should not receive it. Many doctors usually ask
patients (e.g. RA on immunosuppression medication) to
consult with their Rheumatologist and/or other
specialist physician to ensure the vaccine is safe for them.
•
The diagnosis of Shingles can usually be done with a
physical examination of rashes and blisters.
Easing Symptoms:
There is no cure for Shingles, but symptoms can be eased and the
length can be shortened through different medications, as well as
home treatments, such as:
•
Rest
•
Apply cold, wet compresses to the rash to reduce pain
•
Apply calamine lotion to reduce itching
•
Take colloidal oatmeal baths to ease pain and itching
Shingles typically clears up within a few weeks and rarely recurs.

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Invitation Announcement
Pueblo of Isleta Head Start & Child
Care Center
The Isleta Head Start & Early Head Start
programs invite you to join our family
by completing an application for the
upcoming 2016-2017 program year.
Applications will be accepted beginning
March 21, 2016.
Mission: To develop the whole child in all
comprehensive areas reflecting the traditional Isleta
culture and language. A safe, positive, healthy, and
family-centered environment is supported with: a
highly competent staff; parental enrichment and
enhancement of their child’s education; a structured
developmentally appropriate learning environment;
strengthened community collaboration; & sustained
stakeholder communications.
Options for you and your child:
Head Start – 3 to 5 years old
A 6-hour, 5 day-a-week program. Classrooms
are equipped with hands-on, age appropriate
materials and qualified teachers. Transportation
services are available for those who live at least
a ¾ mile from the Head Start & Child Care
building and within the Isleta Reservation
boundaries, with the exception of those who
reside East of NM 314.
Early Head Start- Prenatal to 3 years (3 options to
choose from)
1. Home Based for Pregnant Mothers:
Home visits from a Home Visitor who brings
information and materials about pregnancy &
child development.
2. Home Based for Parent & Child Birth to 3
years:
Weekly 90-minute home visits from a Home
Visitor who provides information and materials
about parenting and child development. Biweekly Socialization activities in a group setting
(i.e. fun walks, field trips, child development, &
more).
3. Classrooms ages 3 months to 3 years:
A 6-hour, 5 day-a-week program. Classrooms
are equipped with hands on, age appropriate
materials and qualified teachers. There are no
transportation services available for this option.
Call to schedule an appointment to apply.
You need to bring ALL of the following:
√
Tribal Identification w/CIB # (required
if residence is outside of the Isleta Reservation)
√
Proof of Residency to ensure your
physical residence is within the Program’s
service area (New Mexico Driver’s License,
Utility Bill, Government/Tribal ID)
√
Proof of income for previous 12 months
(Such as: Public Assistance Award Letter,
2015 tax forms, W-2, 26 paystubs, etc.)
√
Proof of Child’s Birth (State issued birth
certificate, CIB Letter, Baptismal Certificate)
√

A copy of your child’s IFSP/IEP (if
applicable)

√

For Prenatal option, Pregnant Mothers
need to provide proof of pregnancy

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate
to call us at 869-9796.
We look forward to working together with you and
your family to make your child’s learning fun and
successful!

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WIC NOTES
The month of April brings many things - Easter, winds,
flowers and ...eggs.

Chicken Eggs and Cholesterol- Are Eggs Good for
Us?
Eggs do have cholesterol and cholesterol can contribute to
high blood cholesterol levels. However, eggs also have lots of
nutrients that are good for us. So are eggs good or bad for
us?
For most people eggs, in moderation, are part of a healthy
diet.
●Eggs are rich in the B vitamins and also contribute
vitamins A and D. Eggs are also rich in the substance
lutin which protect our eyes. Almost all these nutrients
are in the yolk of the egg.
Although eating too many eggs can increase your cholesterol,
eating four egg yolks or fewer on a weekly basis hasn't been
found to increase one’s risk of heart disease.
Thomas Behrenbeck, M.D., Ph.D.

Consider these points when deciding how many eggs
to include in your diet:
Remember- one large egg has about 186 mg of cholesterol —
all of which is found in the yolk.
•

• If you have cardiovascular disease, diabetes or high
LDL "bad" cholesterol levels- you should limit your
dietary cholesterol to less than 200 mg a day.
One large egg has about 186 mg of cholesterol — all of
which is found in the yolk. Therefore, if you eat an egg
on a given day, you may want to limit other sources of
cholesterol for the rest of that day.

WIC Mini Egg and
Cheese Tortilla Cups
Involve your children in preparing this fun recipe. Then sit down together
and eat! Everyone will love the taste, but eating meals as a family is
what really matters.

• Other sources of cholesterol include meat and
dairy products. Choose lean meats and low and nofat dairy products to reduce the cholesterol in your
diet.

Ingredients (4 servings)
4 eggs- WIC food
¼ cup sour cream (or milk)
½ cup shredded cheese, any kind. WIC uses Colby Jack- WIC food
Diced vegetables of your choice. Broccoli or bell peppers & onions are
good choices-WIC food
1 extra-large tortilla or 4 small tortillas -WIC food - Salt and pepper to
taste.
Instructions:
1.
Heat oven to 350 degrees. Stack the small tortillas. Using anything with a rim (can, cup, small bowl) press through the tortillas until you
have cut out round circles. If you are using big tortillas cut the four circles
out of one tortilla. Press each tortilla- round into 4 greased muffin tins
using your fingers. It’s fine if it does not fit perfectly. Set aside.
2.
In medium bowl, whip the eggs and sour cream until combined.
It’s fine if it is a little lumpy. Add half of the cheese. Sprinkle with salt and
pepper.
3.
Pour equal amounts of egg/sour cream mixture into the tortillarounds in the muffin tin. Add the veggies. Bake for 10 minutes- then
sprinkle the remaining cheese on top. Continue baking for 3-5 minutes
more until cheese is bubbly and tortillas are golden. Remove from tin and
serve warm.

If you are receiving bills for medical services, please bring them to PRC.
RED FLAG....if you are receiving the bill, then PRC is not being billed.
Call 869-4488 for more information.

If you are healthy, it's recommended that you limit
your dietary cholesterol to less than 300 milligrams
(mg) a day.

You can eliminate all of the cholesterol in eggs by only eating
the egg white. Egg whites contain no cholesterol. You may also
use cholesterol-free egg substitutes, which are made with egg
whites. But remember the vitamins in eggs are mostly found
in the yolk.
Everyone should know their cholesterol level. Talk to your
doctor about having this test.

WIC Recipe
What to do with all those Easter eggs....
Make Egg Salad
Ingredients
•
•
•
•
•
•
•

8 eggs
1/2 cup low fat mayonnaise or miracle whip
1 teaspoon yellow mustard
1/4 cup chopped green onion
A few chopped fresh spinach leaves.
salt and pepper to taste
1/4 teaspoon paprika

Directions
Boil eggs for 10-12 minutes. Immediately place eggs in
ice-water bath, this will make them easy to peel. After
eggs are cooled and peeled, place the chopped eggs in a
bowl, and stir in the low fat mayonnaise, mustard, chopped
spinach, and green onion. Season with salt, pepper and
paprika. Stir and serve on your favorite whole grain bread,
tortilla or cracker.
WIC Nutrition

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April 2016

Seasonal allergies (hay fever)
Allergies are an abnormal response of the
immune system. People who have allergies
have an immune system that reacts to a usually
harmless substance in the environment. This
substance (pollen, mold, and animal dander,
for example) is called an allergen.
Allergies are a very common problem,
affecting at least two out of every 10
Americans
Spring time brings budding trees, green grass,
and of course, weeds.
With seasonal allergies, also called hay fever
and allergic rhinitis, there are some strategies
you can try to keep some of your symptoms
under control.
Bothersome symptoms
include sneezing, congestion, runny nose and
itchy eyes.
Try to reduce your exposure to the things
that trigger your allergy symptoms.
Stay indoors on windy days.
If possible delegate lawn mowing and weed
pulling.
Remove the clothing you have worn outside
and shower to rinse the pollen form your skin
and hair.
Don’t hang laundry outside. Pollen can stick
to sheets and towels.
Wear a pollen mask if you do outside chores.
Take extra steps when pollen counts are
high
Check your local TV, newspaper or internet
for current pollen counts and forecasts.
Close windows and doors at night or any
other time when pollen counts are high.
Avoid outdoor activities in the early morning
when the pollen counts are highest.
If high pollen counts are forecasted start
taking your allergy medication before your
symptoms start.

April 2016 Isleta Elder Center Activities:

During March the Isleta Elder Center hosted various activities
for the elders of the pueblo. These included large events such as
the AARP Free Tax Assistance Day, 2016 All Indian Game Day
Events, Elder Easter Event, & more. A very Special Thank You
to all of the various surrounding programs, Pueblo Of Isleta
community members, employees, and sponsoring departments
for your continuous support in our events. “Thank You” to all of
the elders of our community for your participation and support in
making these events possible.

how participants 50 & older can qualify for this year’s Isleta
Elder Center’s Athlete Sponsorship. Below is the Date, Times, &
Location:

As we approach April, there are a lot of great events to look forward
to. Below is a list of various events that will be taking place for the
month of April. For more information about any of the upcoming
events or if you would like to volunteer, contact Eugene Jojola –
Activities Coordinator (505) 869-9770.

Registration Starts:
April 1 – April 15, 2016
No Late Registration.
Packets Locations: Isleta Elder Center & Recreation
Centers
Fee: $10.00 *Other Fees Apply for Bowling & Golf Events

April Activities:
2016 Isleta Senior Olympics:
The local 2016 Isleta Senior Games will be taking place April 25,
2016 – May 13, 2016. This is a great opportunity for anyone ages 50
& older to compete in various Senior Olympic activities throughout
the course of 3 weeks. This your chance to qualify for the 2016
NM State Senior Olympic Games during July 2016 in Roswell,
NM. Each year qualifying athletes from the Isleta community are
offered a sponsorship opportunity through the Isleta Elder Center
to travel and compete in state games. For more information about
the Isleta Senior Olympic Program or if you would like to volunteer,
contact the Isleta Elder Center at (505)869-9770.
2016 Isleta Senior Olympics Meeting:
This meeting will inform participants about 2016 Isleta Senior
Games events schedule and the registration process. Also, there
will be a discussion about the 2016 NM State Senior Games and

Monday, April 4, 2016
Isleta Elder Center: Activities Room
1:00pm – 3:00pm & 6:00pm – 7:00pm
2016 Isleta Senior Games:
April 25, 2016 – May 13, 2016

Other Upcoming Events:
April 11, 2016: Bosque Farms Senior Center Visitors
April 12 & 26, 2016: Commodity Dates
April 12, 2016: PNM Low Income Assistance Program
April 13, 2016: Elder Fire Extinguisher Training
April 15, 2016: Movie Field Trip & Lunch – “Jungle Book” &
Toucano’s
April 18, 2016: Open Health Discussion with Dr. Lil & Dr.
Cumby
April 18, 2016: AARP Smart Driver Course
April 20, 2016: Elder Abuse Awareness Presentation: Isleta
Social Services
April 22, 2016: Isleta Elder Center Flea Market
April 28, 2016: NMICOA Quarterly Meeting

April 2016

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Purchased / Referred Care
provides a referral for 1 visit
at a time.
Questions?
Call PRC at 869-4488

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Terry Realivasques

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In loving memory of
Irma H. Jojola
'"I know my Redeemer liveth"
(Job 19:25)
We wish to extend sincere
appreciation to our community
for your prayers, gracious words
of support, donations, and love
extended during this time. A
special thank you to both Isleta
Health Clinic and Isleta Elder
Center staff for the loving care
extended to Mom.

Terry with her four children

Terry with Grand & Great Grand Children
The family of Terry Realivasques would to thank the
community and Father George for their prayers, help,
and support in their time of need. She is survived by
her four children, nine grandchildren, and many great
grandchildren. She lived a long healthy life as was
appreciated by the community.
PLEASE READ YOUR
APPOINTMENT LETTER
ATTACHED TO YOUR REFERRAL
CAREFULLY. IT HAS A LOT OF
GOOD INFORMATION TO GET
YOU TO YOUR APPOINTMENT
ON TIME.
QUESTIONS? CALL 869-4488

Lower the Leading Cause of
Childhood Death by Buckling
Them Up Properly
Isleta Health Center
Health Educator Stephanie Barela, 869-4479

Crashes are among the leading causes of kids’ deaths
and injuries. At the Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention, Dr. Arlene Greenspan says crashes kill about
550 children up to 9 years old, and send about 220,000 to
emergency rooms with injuries
per year.
Dr. Greenspan says safety seats can reduce that, if they
are used properly:
“Parents often move their child into the next stage of
car seat too early. Parents make mistakes in the way
they install car seats. And parents may strap their
children into the car seat too loosely or incorrectly.”
A certified car seat technician can show you how to do it
right. Contact Frances Anchondo, 869-4482, or Stephanie
Barela, 869-4479 to find out if your car seat is properly
installed and to learn how to properly install it.
Adapted from
Indian Health Services Article

As was, and still is her daily
prayer, may God bless our
community and keep us safe.
The Jojola Family

"You are my sunshine -- My only
sunshine -- You make me happy
-- When skies are grey You'll
never know dear -- How much I
love you -- So please don't take
my sunshine away"
Love you always and
forever hita, Dad
The Lujan Family would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude and
appreciation to Family, Friends, and the Isleta community who showed
their support during the loss of our beautiful angel Jacquelyn (Jackie) R.
Lujan. Jackie was a wonderful Mother, Daughter, Niece, Sister, Aunt, and
Cousin. A special thank you to Sergeant Ulibarri, Officer Honeyestewa,
Officer Crystal Abeita, of the Isleta Police Department and the EMS crew
of Daniel Spohn and Jerry Apodaca. Thank you for all you did in your
attempt to save Jacquelyn, we are forever grateful. Jacquelyn is survived
by her Daughter Brooklynn R. Lujan, Father Ted Lujan, Mother Cindy
L. Russell, Brothers Monty and Marty McKinley, Sisters Kelly and Mary
McKinley, Nephews Tyler and Owen McKinley and David Tucker, Nieces
Mikayla, Cheyenne, Tiffany McKinley and Cindy Tucker, Uncles, Aunts,
and several Cousins. Jacquelyn is now with our creator and family that
have gone before her. In the arms of her grandparents, whom she dearly
loved, may she watch over us as our Guardian Angel forever!
May You Rest In Peace!

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April 2016

Questions? Call 869-3200
MONDAY

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TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

‘DPP’ is the Diabetes Prevention Program. 1
Early Recovery Skills:
Call 505-869-4595 for more information on their programs. 9-11a @ BHS.

‘BHS’ is the Behavioral Health Services program.
Call 505-869-5475 for more information on their programs.
3

4

Early Recovery Skills: 9-11a
@ Behavioral Health (BHS).
Women’s Path to Recovery:
1-2:30p @ BHS.
Young Leaders Youth Krew:
4:30p @ BHS.
Express Endurance Premeasurements: Info? Call 869-4595.

2

Another Recovery Technique (ART): 1-4p @

5
6
Women’s Support Group: 10-11a @ BHS. Circle of Security Parenting: 9-11a @
BHS.
Acu-Detox: 1-2p @ BHS.
Anger Management Skills: 1-2p @ BHS.
Creating Process of Change: 2-4p @
BHS.
Freedom From Smoking Session 1: 5:30Str8 Rez: 5-7p @ BHS.
7:30p @ Health Center, small conf. room.
Express Endurance Premeasurements:
Info? Call 869-4595.

SATURDAY

7
Grief Group: 1-2p @ BHS.
Circle of Security Parenting:
2-4p @ BHS.
Express Endurance Premeasurements: Info? Call 869-4595.

Young Leaders Youth Krew: 4:30p @ BHS.
Express Endurance Premeasurements:

8
Early Recovery Skills:
9-11a @ BHS.

9

Another Recovery
Technique (ART): 1-4p @
BHS.
Express Endurance
Premeasurements: Info?
Call 869-4595.

No CHR transports for April 4 & 5 due to off-site staff train- Info? Call 869-4595.

10

11

Early Recovery Skills: 9-11a
@ Behavioral Health (BHS).
Women’s Path to Recovery:
1-2:30p @ BHS.
Young Leaders Youth Krew:
4:30p @ BHS.

17

18

Early Recovery Skills: 9-11a
@ Behavioral Health (BHS).

Shingles Presentation: 1011a, @ Elder Center.
Women’s Path to Recovery:
1-2:30p @ BHS.

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Early Recovery Skills: 9-11a
@ Behavioral Health (BHS).
Women’s Path to Recovery:
1-2:30p @ BHS.
Young Leaders Youth Krew:
4:30p @ BHS.

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Women’s Support Group: 10-11a @ BHS.
POI Community Cancer Support: 6-7:30p
@ IHC, small conference room; Coping
Skills with William Abeita.
Acu-Detox: 1-2p @ BHS.
Creating Process of Change: 2-4p @
BHS.
Str8 Rez: 5-7p @ BHS.
Express Endurance Class Workout: 5:307:30p @ DPP Wellness Center.

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Circle of Security Parenting: 9-11a @
BHS.
Anger Management Skills: 1-2p @ BHS.

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Grief Group: 1-2p @ BHS.
Circle of Security Parenting:
2-4p @ BHS.

Young Leaders Youth Krew: 4:30p @ BHS. Express Endurance Class
Workout: 5:30-7:30p @ DPP
Freedom From Smoking Session 2: 5:30- Wellness Center.
7:30p @ Health Center, small conf. room.

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Women’s Support Group: 10-11a @ BHS. Circle of Security Parenting: 9-11a @
Acu-Detox: 1-2p @ BHS.
BHS.
Anger Management Skills: 1-2p @ BHS.
Creating Process of Change: 2-4p @
Diabetes Healthy Cooking Class:
BHS.
5:30-7:30p @ Health Center Kitchen.

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Grief Group: 1-2p @ BHS.
Circle of Security Parenting:
2-4p @ BHS.

Express Endurance Class
Str8 Rez: 5-7p @ BHS.
Young Leaders Youth Krew: 4:30p @ BHS. Workout: 5:30-7:30p @ DPP
Express Endurance Class Workout: 5:30- Freedom From Smoking Session 3: 5:30- Wellness Center.
7:30p @ DPP Wellness Center.
7:30p @ Health Center, small conf. room.

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Women’s Support Group: 10-11a @ BHS. Circle of Security Parenting: 9-11a @
Acu-Detox: 1-2p @ BHS.
BHS.
Diabetes Alliance Group/Rez Café:
Creating Process of Change: 2-4p @
10-11:30a. Call 869-4595 for more info.
BHS.
Anger Management Skills: 1-2p @ BHS.

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Grief Group: 1-2p @ BHS.
Circle of Security Parenting:
2-4p @ BHS.

Freedom From Smoking
Str8 Rez: 5-7p @ BHS.
Young Leaders Youth Krew: 4:30p @ BHS. Session 5: 5:30-7:30p @
Express Endurance Class Workout: 5:30- Freedom From Smoking Session 4: 5:30- Health Center, small conf. room.
7:30p @ DPP Wellness Center.
7:30p @ Health Center, small conf. room.

15
Early Recovery Skills:
9-11a @ BHS.
Another Recovery
Technique (ART): 1-4p @
BHS.

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CAR SEAT
CLINIC

9am - 11am
Isleta Health Center
Parking Lot
MUST HAVE CHILD
AND CHILD CAR
SEATS ON HAND!

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Early Recovery Skills:
9-11a @ BHS.

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Another Recovery
Technique (ART): 1-4p @
BHS.
Community Summit &
Garden Party: 9a-4p @
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Early Recovery Skills:
9-11a @ BHS.
Another Recovery Technique (ART): 1-4p @
BHS.

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Source: Frix Law Library, https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/documents/tribal%3Apueblo_isleta%3A6cab284c67abbc4a. Public record. Not legal advice.
