Page 10 - Chehalis Tribal Newsletter - June, 2018

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GRADUATES
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about each student and uses
knowledge and resources
to assist families where
needed. It is a great program
that provides tools for the
continued success of students.
K-12 Program Manager
John Shortman Jr. opened the
evening with a short speech.
After the blessing of the food,
the class of 2018, elders and
families enjoyed a delightful
dinner served by Lucky Eagle
staff.
Each graduate was given
a bouquet of flowers and the
opportunity to recognize their
loved ones as they handed
them out. The heartfelt 2018 HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES – From left: Tracy Pickernell were congratulated on a job well
demonstration of gratitude Shaylynn Cole, Robert Vigil, Alison Goldman, Erica done on June 15 during the Senior Recognition
recognized the love and Esselstrom, Kelsey Bray, Adrian Newton-Brown and Dinner at Lucky Eagle Casino & Hotel.
support they received to get to
this stage of life.
The seniors also enjoyed “I’m so proud of all of them.” senior with a gift card from because he’s known many
a few rounds of trivia. The He said it’s a compliment his program, a hug and a of the children since they
questions were available on to everyone who played a role handshake. As in his style, he were 5 years old and started
each table for grads to solve. in helping the students reach made it relaxing and fun for all going to the Youth Center.
The games were challenging their goal. It takes parents, as he congratulated them on a He said witnessing their
and made them think, grandparents, uncles, aunties, job well done. accomplishments “makes my
but many conquered the teachers and tutors working Tony said he loves this event heart bigger. … I love my job.”
assignment. Each participant together to reach success.
was rewarded with a gift to Pickernell acknowledged
take home. the early mornings and
long nights endured by the
Guest speakers graduates to make it through.
“I hope to see many more
Chehalis Tribe Chairman graduates year after year,” he
Harry Pickernell Sr. gave said.
an inspirational speech to Higher Education
graduates on accomplishing Coordinator Racheal Mendez
this goal in their life. He was will assist students who wish to
honored to be invited to speak continue their education. She
at the ceremony. congratulated the graduating
“It’s a great opportunity seniors on achieving their EARLY LEARNING
for us to recognize our tribal academic goals.
members and community Whether by attending ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
member graduates as they a university or community FOR 2018-19 PROGRAM YEAR
take their first steps into college, Racheal encouraged n Monday-Thursday center-based classes
adulthood,” Pickernell said.
the young adults to pursue n Qualified early childhood staff
a degree and diversify their n Monthly family fun events
sss skill sets. She said this is
an essential step to finding n No-cost program
CONTACT US success in the workforce today. n Employment and volunteer opportunities
Youth Center Manager Tony
n Local bus service for ages 3-5
To learn more about the K-12 Medina and assistant Talisa
Program, call JJ Shortman at Baker invited the seniors on Pick up a packet at 420 Howanut Road,
360-709-1749 or Jodie Smith stage to acknowledge their Oakville, or call 360-273-5514
at 360-709-1597. academic achievements. Tony
rewarded each graduating