A Voice from the Eastern Door
A Voice from the Eastern Door
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1. Ki tehniksá:’a iatate’kén:’a These 2 children are siblings 2. Kwáh í:ken tsi tehiatatenorónhkwa. They love each other very much indeed 3. Ráonha raksá:’a rateweiénstha ne iottakwaríhsion tsi aharón:tate. The young boy is studying how to shoot straight 4. Ó:nen ne ieksá:’a, takwaré:re ákta nen’ né:’e ieró:roks atsia’któnkie. Now the young girl is collecting clams near the river 5. Ó:nen ki sewenhnísera ki tehniksá:’a wa’thnirihotáhrhoke tsi nen’ niiorì:wa takarihón:ni. Now this day the two children disagreed over a small matter 6. Ts...
Long ago when the Mohawk People lived in the villages beside the Mohawk River in what is now New York State, the Mohawk Clans lived in separate villages: Bear Clan People lived in one village, Turtle Clan People in another, and Wolf Clan People had their own village where there lived three Mohawk girls. These girls could never meet without quarreling with each other. They quarreled so often that other people began to notice them. Finally, because of this constant friction, an old woman who was...
Salmon River Elementary School held their 5th Grade Graduation on Monday, June 18, 2012 at 9:15 am in the Salmon River Central School Arena. Fifty-seven students graduated from four fifth grade classes at the elementary school. The program began with Mrs. K. Fox & the 6th Grade Mohawk Class singing “Skennen Song.” Family and friends were welcomed by Principal Kevin Waldbridge, and Superintendent Ms. Jane Collins was the guest speaker. Mrs. Emily Robideau directed the elementary chorus and Mr....
Access to Elections and Voter Registration a “Civic Emergency” for Native Americans says NCAI President Lincoln, NE – Access to voting and voter registration for Native Americans is nearing a “civic emergency” and the nation’s leading tribal advocacy organization has called for immediate action. Addressing tribal, state, and federal government officials, Jefferson Keel, the President of the National Congress of American Indians (NCAI), outlined a set of solutions to increase access to the ballot box and voter registration for American Indian an...
A Child Born in 2011 Will Cost $234,900 to Raise According to USDA Report The USDA released the annual report, Expenditures on Children by Families, finding that a middle-income family with a child born in 2011 can expect to spend about $234,900 ($295,560 if projected inflation costs are factored in*) for food, shelter, and other necessities to raise that child over the next 17 years. This represents a 3.5 percent increase from 2010. Expenses for transportation, child-care, education, and food saw the largest percentage increases related to...
Neil Laughing at the Pan Am Building - 1962 - topping out ceremony by American Bridge workers. (Neil is standing left of beam, holding the broom by the handle) Courtesy of St. Lawrence University - Owen D. Young Library collection...
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The St. Regis Mohawk School held a Social on Wednesday June 13. The event was held in a large tent outside with three sessions for different grades. Many students dressed in their traditional clothing. Ean Clute, Lelan Clute, Steven King, Dudes Thompson, and Kenkiohkoktha Bear Fox led the dancing and sang. A SRMS student, Rowisonkies Barnes, also helped lead the dancing and sang with the group. The social started with the Cherokee Stomp Dance and after a few passes around the kids joined right...
Over the weekend an Iroquois raised beadwork class, taught by Mary Clause of Tuscarora, was held at the Akwesasne Cultural Center. Students started with a board, which allowed them to practice the basic stitches. The boards were part of the curriculum Clause developed, and after they get the stitches down she shows them how to break down and make patterns of their own. After the students finished their boards, and working on patterns, they applied those techniques to make a picture frame as a...
Indian Time acknowledges these graduates from a Post-Secondary institution for their hard work and dedication. They have earned degrees from universities, colleges, trade schools or vocational schools. The graduating class of 2012 join over 1,000 other Akwesasronon in their pursuit of higher education. Congratulations to the Class of 2012!...
Indian Time acknowledges these graduates from a Post-Secondary institution for their hard work and dedication. They have earned degrees from universities, colleges, trade schools or vocational schools. The graduating class of 2012 join over 1,000 other Akwesasronon in their pursuit of higher education. Congratulations to the Class of 2012!...
Indian Time acknowledges these graduates from a Post-Secondary institution for their hard work and dedication. They have earned degrees from universities, colleges, trade schools or vocational schools. The graduating class of 2012 join over 1,000 other Akwesasronon in their pursuit of higher education. Congratulations to the Class of 2012! Congratulations Takarakoten Burns Syracuse University B.A./Psychology/ College of Arts & Sciences Congratulations Crystal Skidders North Country Community...
Akwesasne Area Management Board graduates: • St. Lawrence College: Brett Gambill Police Foundations •St. Lawrence College/Iohahi:io Campus -Practical Nursing: Joelle Oakes Ashley Benedict Mary Ann Francis -Business Management: Shirley Gambill Denis Boileau Stacie Phillips -General Arts and Science: Paige Jacobs Nathan Lazore •North Country Community College: -AAS Chemical Dependency Counseling Chrystal Ransom-Cree...
Thanks to Norma Sunday and Rod Cook for compiling this list Lauren Adams, Clarkson University, BA, Civil Engineering Jeremy Alvarez, St. Lawrence College Juan C. Alvarez, SLC DPLMA, Welding & Fabrication Asia Arquette SLC-I DPLMA, Practical Nursing Eric Arquette SLC-I CERTIFICATE, GAS April D. Benedict SLC-I CERTIFICATE, GAS Ashlee D. Benedict SLC-I DPLMA, Practical Nursing Dorian Benedict SUNY Potsdam BA, Sociology Lloyd Benedict, Jr. SLC-I DPLMA, Practical Nursing Alexandra J. Bero SLU BS, Psychology Katelyn Bero Syracuse University BA,...
WHAT IS LYME DISEASE? Lyme disease is an infection caused by bacteria transmitted through the bite of an infected tick. It is spread by the bite of a Western black legged tick, also known as the deer tick. On average, less than 10 cases per year are reported to Ottawa Public Health. However, that number is on the rise. The first sign of Lyme disease is usually a circular, red rash that slowly expands around the tick bite. A few weeks or even months later, it may cause joint pain and swelling, as well as heart problems. Public Health offices...
Division: Dept. of Social Services, Akwesasne Group Home Salary: $17,680 – 36,108.80 21-1093 Status: Full-time, Non-Exempt Deadline: Ohiarí:ha/June 29, 2012 Description of Position: Under the direct supervision of the Program Manager, the Youth Worker is responsible for the safety, guidance and well being of all adolescent clients. Youth Workers will be responsible for a range of duties designed to assist each client through a behavior modification based program. Qualifications: High school diploma or GED equivalent and experience working wi...
Division: Compliance Salary: $30,368 – 34,361.60 33-9011 Status: Full-time, Non-Exempt Deadline: Ohiarihkó:wa/July 20, 2012 Description of Position: Actively support and uphold the Tribe’s and Animal Control’s mission and values. Perform a variety of duties involved in the enforcement of Tribal Ordinances and regulations relating to animal control and impounding; responsible for the care and control of animal shelter. Qualifications: Associates degree in a related field preferred. High School diploma or GED with three years work experi...
Division: Office of the Aging Salary: $40,851.20 – 63,731.20 29-1031 Status: Full-time, Exempt Deadline: Ohiarihkó:wa/July 6, 2012 Description of Position: Ensuring that the nutrition programs promote, maintain and improve the nutritional well-being of elders served, through the coordination of supportive service activities such as nutrition counseling, nutrition education and socialization. Qualifications: Registered Dietitian or Public Health Nutritionist with two (2) years of experience in food service administration and supervision or eq...
Division: CSD, Family Support Salary: $17,680 – 36,108.80 21-1093 Status: Full-time, Non-Exempt Deadline: Ohiarihkó:wa/July 6, 2012 Description of Position: Assist adults and children with developmental disabilities complete activities of daily living at the person’s home or in a daytime non-residential facility. Qualifications: High school diploma or GED equivalent. Must be at least 21 years of age, have and maintain a valid driver’s license with a clean drivers abstract in accordance with the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe’s Fleet Policy. Employee...
Division: Council, Tribal Clerks Office Salary: $23,732.80 – 47,382.40 43-6011 Status: Full-time, Non-Exempt Deadline: Ohiarihkó:wa/July 6, 2012 Description of Position: Provide daily clerical and administrative support to the Tribal Clerk in a professional manner. Assist in the tribal enrollment process, research, land transactions and the development of a new lands file system. Qualifications: High school diploma with two (2) years clerical experience. Possess excellent computer and note taking skills. Be able to work with the public in a fri...
Duties: Maintain a professional attitude and environment Establish a trusting relationship with parents and staff Must be able to make decisions and conduct meetings effectively Follow established work culture as set by the Akwesasne Freedom School Participate in meetings and curriculum committees and help to reinforce parent committees Must be able to read and understand any financial reports Under direct supervision of parent committee Must be able to write reports and proposals for funding Will provide guidance and discipline if need be All...
This is to notify of the termination of Tsi Snaihne Phase 2 Watermain Construction and Domestic Water Service Connections - Contract #2: Between: Mohawk Council of Akwesasne and Running Deer Construction dated the 22nd day of June 2011. Of the premises at: Akwesasne Mohawk Territory; District of Tsi Snaihne; Eastern Portion. Date of Termination: June 6, 2012 Purpose of Notification: Provide creditors with claims against Running Deer Construction an opportunity to submit a Proof of Claim by the applicable claims bar date. Date to Submit Claims:...
Annual Salary: Pay Band 8 $47,931.34 - $59,010.51 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Working under the direction and supervision of the HR Manager, the incumbent will be responsible for planning, developing, evaluating and the coordination of training sessions for the organization. The incumbent will also document all aspects of the development and delivery of training and to conduct post-training assessments. QUALIFICATIONS : Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Human Resource Management or in a related discipline with a minimum of 3 y...
Annual Salary: Pay Band 10 $62,557.51 - $77,017.61 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: The Assistant Director will support the Director of Health, with the efficient and effective administration of Health programming; with communication between and among MCA Departments; and with the financial reporting requirements and with assuring that all inquiries have a timely response. QUALIFICATIONS: Undergraduate degree in Health Administration, Financial or related field, preferably in management; 3 – 5 years management experience including supervision; m...
TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 BIRTHDAYS: June 22nd David V. Hopps June 22nd Phyllis Point June 23rd Mike Swamp June 24th Ernest “Jake” Adams June 25 Alma Ransom June 25th Bernard “Barnie” White June 26th Mabel Thomas June 26th Donald Thompson June 26th Shirley Pitts June 27th Gerald Jacobs June 28th Victoria Conners June 29th Laura Cree June 29th Sheila Marshall UPCOMING EVENTS: June 22nd – 12:00 Book Club, 1:00 Malone Trip June 25th – 1:00 Bingo June 26th – 10:45 Chair Exercises 11:00 Computer Class 1:00 Sh...
