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March 2012 ~ Volume 21 Issue 3 ~ Ce:dagi Masad – Green Month

The Deadline for the April Edition of the Wa:k Newsletter is Friday March 16, 2012

Burial Plot Reservation Request Form

Administration will not be accepting any more Burial Plot Request Forms for the Old Cemetery at this time. We have received approximately 200 applications and are in the process of contacting the applicant by phone or U.S. Mail to: (1) schedule a meeting to verify applicants plot; or (2) notify applicant their form is incomplete. We will continue taking applications for the “new cemetery” just west of Mission Road and will schedule a field visit after the Community meeting scheduled on Saturday, March 17th. Please remember the following are requirements that must be considered when completing the form: Plot must be reserved for a community member. One (1) Burial Plot Reservation Request Form per individual. Requestor (individual completing the form) is limited to completing 5 forms for

their family members. Each plot is 4 feet x 8 feet; 3 feet between each plot. This includes cremains. Identify (pictures or written description) the plot you wish to reserve. Plot reservations will be completed on a first come, first serve basis. Provide a current contact phone number. This will allow staff to schedule a

meeting with the applicant. Please call Administration at (520) 573-4000 if you have any questions. We’re willing to assist each community member in completing a Burial Plot Reservation and locating a plot.

Announcements Pages 2-16

Council Minutes Pages 13-14

Wa:k Spirit Pages 17-27

Special points of interest:

Burial Plot Reservation Information Ranger News Tax Preparation Wa:k Pow Wow Community Roadside Clean-Up Miss Tohono O’odham

Greetings to Wa:K Community & Friends, ANIMAL CONTROL: An important meeting was held last month regarding the “Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever”, which was to provide information regarding this disease. In case you missed it here is some information regarding Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever or RMSF. RMSF is a severe disease caused by a bacterial organism called Rickettsia which is carried by ticks. This disease can cause long term health problems and can be fatal. Tick collars and granules were provided to prevent the spread of this disease. The collars and the granules which are used to spread around your home are available at the Ranger Department. Please stop by the department, the collars are limited to 2 per household.

STATS FOR THE MONTH OF January 2012

Animal Control – 12, Assist other Department – 1, Community Assist – 5, Environmental Nuisance/ Hazard – 2, Property Damage – 1, Suspicious Activity/Person- 1, Trespassing- 6, Security/Welfare Check-5, Public Assist - 4, Vandalism – 1, Motor vehicle Accident – 1, Abandon Vehicle - 1.

IMPORTANT TELEPHONES: Emergency 911 Tohono O’Odham Police 622-1587 / 879-8900 Ranger Department 807-8499 Ranger Supervisor 807-8484 On Duty Ranger 471-8092 Ranger Supervisor cell 349-1359

SAFTY INFORMATION Be suspicious of any person or vehicle in your area, there has been incidents where people have come onto someone’s residence and taken metaled items. If you see someone in your area that you are not familiar with contact TOPD or the Ranger Department, do not approach them on your own, be safe.

CHILD SAFETY Dogs and people can get RMSF if they are bitten by a tick that is carrying the bacterium. If you are removing a tick and accidently crush its head, the crushed part can also pass the bacterium to you in scrapes or cut skin. Casual contact like petting a dog or hugging a person with the disease cannot give you the disease. Check these parts of the body of your child: the hair, in and around the ears, inside the belly button, under the arms, between the legs and back of the knees. Please keep your child safe from this disease.

The department would like to send their prayers to the family of Michael Rios and to anyone else who lost a loved one last month.

PREPARE YOUR FEDERAL AND ARIZONA STATE TAX RETURNS FOR “FREE”

SAVE $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ The Finance Department has purchased a computer tax preparation program for use by (all District Community Members, the Tohono O’odham Police and Fire Department employees and the Districts employees) that is loaded onto computers in the Finance Department and the Education Center for your use. Most people will not be able to prepare their taxes until the end of February because employers have until January 31 to distribute W-2 forms and until February 15 to distribute 1099 forms. District employees in the Finance Department and the Education Center will help you get started using the program and assist you with questions if you get stuck, however the District nor any of the employees that assist you will be responsible for your tax return and you will be asked to sign a waiver of release of the District and it’s employees. Call the Education Department at 807-8620 to reserve a time to use the computers or the Finance Department at 573-4021 or 4023. IF YOU TAKE THE STANDARD DEDUCTION IN PREPARATION OF YOUR TAXES YOU WILL NEED TO BRING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

W-2 forms from all employers that you worked for during the year.

1099 forms for other income received, etc. Dates of birth and social security numbers for all

dependents that you wish to claim on your tax return.

If you wish to itemize your deductions instead of using the standard deduction call Harold (Skip) Stuth at 573-4024 for a list of items that you will need.

Note: It is always helpful to bring your last years tax returns to compare with this year’s!

Note: If while you are using this program it says that you are eligible for the “Earned Income Credit” or the “Child Care Credit” please continue and/or ask for assistance as these credits could mean thousands of dollars in refunds to you!!!!!!!!

Note: It will be helpful for you to bring a “thumb drive” or disk to save your tax information on if you cannot complete the return in one session and/or you want to preserve it electronically.

LED, CFL OR INCANDESCENT LIGHT BULBS?? If you haven’t heard about the Department of Energy Independence and Security Act that was passed by Congress in 2007, it goes into effect this current year, 2012. This Act is designed to eliminate the production and eventually the use of incandescent light bulbs in America.

The projected schedule / goals are as follows: In 2012 – 100 w incandescent bulbs will be discontinued In 2013 – 75 w incandescent bulbs will be discontinued In 2014 – 40 & 60 w incandescent bulbs will be discontinued

Goal is to help homeowners lower their energy bills which will leave a bit more money in your pocket every month. According to studies, the averages are as follows:

Compared to “traditional” incandescent light bulbs, Halogen bulbs use 25% less energy and last 3 times longer CFL bulbs use 75% less energy and last 10 times longer LED bulbs use 75 – 80% less energy and last 25 times longer

By changing out just 10 of your bulbs from incandescent to CFL, you would be saving an average of $60 per year…so you do the math on your house. One concern some people have is the Mercury content in CFL bulbs. This amounts to 0.4 milligrams which is not a significant amount. Your typical thermostat has 10 times more. If a CFL bulb goes out, simply take basic precautions and return to the store for recycling. Nothing else is required. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact your San Xavier Housing Department at 573-4044 anytime during regular hours.

LED CFL INCANDESCENT

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Changing ANODE RODS is this month’s maintenance tip. The arrow on top of the water heater is pointing to the area the rod is generally found. Your water heater may be different but all have similar characteristics. Many homeowners don’t realize that the anode rod, also known as the “sacrificial rod” is essential in the life of your water heater. This rod’s purpose is to attract the corrosion that would normally affect the interior lining of your tank, thus “sacrificing” itself in place of your water heater liner. The life of an anode rod is normally 4 or 5 years. Some water heater that offer a 10 year life usually have more than one anode rod in them. This is why your water heater will normally start to go after the 5 years or so. Once the anode had deteriorated, the liner starts to rust very rapidly. You may have noticed a foul odor coming from your hot water when you take a shower or bath, for example. This is one of the side effects of an anode rod that is depleted and needs replacing. There are three basic types of anodes. They come in magnesium or aluminum-zinc. For very hard water like we have here in San Xavier, you would be advised to replace your anode rod with one made of aluminum – zinc. This will also help control the rotten egg odor that you may be experiencing at your home.

Replacing the rod is very simple and can be accomplished easily with common hand tools. Just follow these steps and you will be successful:

Turn off water and fuel supply (gas or electricity) to water heater Perform a partial drain of your water heater tank. No need to

empty the tank. Locate the anode rod on top of your water heater and remove

using a 1 - 1/16 socket wrench. Remove the old and slide in the new / replacement rod. If you don’t have enough ceiling height, buy a “collapsible”

versus a standard rod After installation is completed, turn your water and fuel back on

SATURDAY, MARCH 31, 2012

10TH ANNUAL TRADITIONAL PRAYER STAFF RENEWAL AT THE

WA:K HIKDAN

8:00 AM Blessing of new Prayer Staff & Spiritual Run Begins (San Xavier

District Center Conference Room) 8:30 AM Runners & Horsemen arrive at the Hikdan, renewal of Prayer Staff 8:45 AM Welcome & Invocation 9:00 AM Traditional singing and dancing Refreshments will be served

Activities are coordinated by the San Xavier District Natural Resources Department

For more information, please call (520) 573-4000

Campus Drive

San Xavier Rd.

I-19

Wa:k Indian Day Royalty Update

I would like to update everyone in the community of the latest news of the young ladies. They have been very busy, if not making appearances, they have been fundraising in between their appearances. It has been quite hectic for these young ladies. The older girls are involved with sports with their schools, so at times they were very limited to appearances. I would like to give thanks to Daryan for making appearances on behalf of Yvette, while she played her last high school basketball games. Reminds me a lot of Wynona, I can understand her dilemma. Yvette made every effort to make the appearances. The girls are constantly on the go for appearances, maintaining their schooling, and I would like to thank them and to keep it up, and five months have passed already. Also, thank them of having their smiling faces, when I know they are tired. They have been to San Carlos, Sells, Maricopa Ak Chin, throughout Tohono O’‛odham Nation and they have many other scheduled appearances for the next 3 months in Pisinimo, Gila River, and Bylas, Arizona. They will be having a couple of fundraisers for their main trip to the Gathering of Nations, so come support your community Royalty. They are doing a great job in representing the community. I would like to congratulate the girls for their teamwork during the parades, they took 1st place in the CVC Christmas Light Parade and 1st Place in the Sells Rodeo Parade. Keep up the good work everyone. Girls thank your parents and sponsors who are there, endless hours of taking you on your travels, and pray for them for getting you home safely.

On behalf of the Miguel Family we would like to congratulate the 50th Miss Tohono O’odham Nation

Wynona Marie Peters 2012-2013

Awards Title ~ Man –in-the Maze Basket

Best Traditional Talent ~ Squash Blossom Basket Best Modern Talent ~ Plaque

Best Essay Miss Congeniality ~ Friendship Pottery

Wynona represented the San Xavier District (Wa:k) very well, she did her presentations with confidence, walked away with all the awards & shared the Miss Congeniality award. Even thought there were only 2 contestants, Her, 1st Attendant Yvette Ventura gave her competition. If you weren’t aware Yvette is also Wynona cousin which was nice to see them help each other out. We are proud of Wynona’s accomplishments, this was one of her main goals to accomplish, and did this with confidence. As you can see, Wynona is not one to show emotions, but she did at pageant night. You are a role model to the young ladies & our youth, when you set a goal & accomplish it, it can be done & you have shown this. You now represent & belong to the people of our Nation, represent them & us with honor and pride. Special Thanks to Margie & Buddy Butler, and Verna Miguel & Larry Campus (Godfather) for their fullest support thru the week of pageant week. All community members who made it out to the pageant. Mark for making my props for the pageant. Clement & John for getting the cactus ribs for the parade. Wish you the best of luck & many happy & safe journeys on your travels. May the Lord & Spirit be with you & Yvette

God Bless

NEWS FROM THE BLACK MOUNTAIN SINGERS The Black Mountain drum group sings Pow-Wow songs at different Pow-Wows, parties and special events. They are 8 singers from the community of Wa:k with 1 individual from Sells. This year they have decided they will be traveling to different Pow-Wows in Arizona, California and New Mexico starting in February. The next Pow-Wow they will be traveling to is Winterhaven (Mar 3/4) and then Riverside, California (April 20). Riverside is where Sherman Indian High is. This school is where 4 members of the drum group attended. They would like to return to see how it has changed since they left. In order for them to travel to these different Pow-Wows they will need funds. At this present time they have started fund raising with a Valentine raffle; and soon will have another raffle (Easter) and food sale in the next couple of weeks. We would like to thank the community of Wa:k and the other communities out west for buying raffle tickets from us. Thank you for the support and hope you can participate in the next raffle. Below is the listing of the winners from our Valentine raffle. Congratulations to all the winners!

PRIZES WINNER FROM Dinner for two Richard De La Cerda Tucson Movies for two Alda Rios Wa:k Giant Bear w/candy Vanessa Nunez Wa:k Dozen Red Roses Jennifer Juan Wa:k Giant Heart box of candy Renita M Wa:k Medium Brown Bear Ramona Castillo Tucson Medium Pendleton Purse Arianna Flores Wa:k Jewelry box w/earrings Alma Ramires Pasqua Med Heart box of candy Arianna Flores Wa:k Adult gift Valerie Franco Wa:k Adult gift Floyd Alvarez Wa:k Blue coffee mug w/candy Roger Lopez Wa:k Black coffee mug w/candy Jorge Benitez Tucson Wall Clock Bonnie Moreno Wa:K Pillow w/throw blanket Vanessa Nunez Wa:k Dog & Bucket set Nellie Miles Wa:k Naughty gift set Pablo Miles Wa:k Small heart box of candy Debbie Jose Wa:k Bear in a Mug Octavio Nunez Wa:k Small bear w/candy Worm Wa:k Small bear w/candy Apalonia I Tucson Pink Necklace w/earrings Lillian Molisto Sells Heart Necklace w/earrings Milly Scott Wa:k Love necklace w/earrings Bryson Garcia Wa:k Silver picture frame Valerie Franco Wa:k Red picture frame Willy Pilone Wa:k Chocolate rose Sebastian Romero Wa:k Big Valentine card Ruth Gilmore Sells Big Valentine card Debbie Jose Wa:k

Greetings all, The San Xavier District Health Committee and San Xavier Public Health Nursing Department has started a Community Health Survey for the San Xavier District to ask community members their opinions about health concerns in the San Xavier Community. We will be going door to door surveying adults in the community. We hope to finish our work in a few short weeks. Results of this survey will be used to plan health promotion activities for the community. For more information feel free to contact Jennifer Harrison-Hauer, Public Health Nurse at (520) 295-2410. San Xavier Public Health Nursing Department

March 3rd, 2012 LOCATION: 7262 S. Westover

(NW corner of Los Reales & Westover)

TIME: 7:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M. Clothing, household & miscellaneous items.

Dining table w/2 inserts, 6 chairs. $250.00.

Dining table, Mickey Mouse design w/2 chairs (antique). $75.00

Grab bags - $5.00

Please come take a look. We may have what you’ve been looking for! (If interested in dining sets, please call 908-8886 for viewing)

Puppy Love Pet Medical Transport

Pet transportation is still provided from San Xavier to the Veterinarian Program in Sells. Veterinarian and transportation services are available primarily on Fridays. A veterinarian technician is available Monday thru Friday in Sells. The technician provides vaccinations, medications for your pet, and other minor medical attention. Call (520) 383-2298 to reach the technician.

Cost for Pet Transport Services:

Dogs ~ $40.00 each / Cats ~ $30.00 each / Horses ~ $50.00

Fees for tribal members residing outside of the San Xavier Reservation may vary. Fees cover fuel, vehicle and horse trailer maintenance, babysitting your pet during their clinic stay, and cleaning of animal waste and/or blood from the kennels, horse trailer, and transport vehicle.

TRANSPORT GUIDELINES Do not give your pet food or water after midnight the day before transport. Have your pet ready on the day of transport. Your pet must be free of ticks & fleas. If your pet is unusually hyper or aggressive, it would be best if you take him/her on your own. This type of behavior greatly increases the

risk of your pet running away or hurting themselves and others. It is very important that someone be home when your pet returns from Sells. If your pet is given medications, please give meds until it’s all gone. Must have a working contact number for any changes or questions regarding your pet’s medical condition.

Due to the Animal Ordinance, any pure bred or mixture of Pit-bull, Rottweiler, hybrid, or husky will no longer be treated at the Veterinarian Program. Any questions, call Aldea Lewis at (520) 578-8764 or (520) 971-8007

Attention Native American Artisans The San Xavier Arts and Crafts Plaza is currently seeking interested arts and crafts vendors to occupy a daily vendor space at a low rate. Must be an enrolled tribal member and display authentic native American arts, crafts or jewelry. If you are interested please contact Kim Encinas at 573-4007.

Looking for work? Not sure where to start? Let us help!

The SXD Human Resources will be doing a Community Outreach

on Thursday, March 15, 2012.

Learn how fill out applications and complete a resume. TERO will also be here in the District Conference Room assisting

with applications and doing intake.

Get some tips on how to get your foot in the door with confidence! Thursday, March 15, 2012

SXD Center 1pm-4pm

Healthy Pets, Happy Owners Spay & Neuter Info.

Submitted by Aldea Lewis

Why Spay & Neuter? Prevent unwanted pets being euthanized in the shelters: More than 3 million cats and dogs are euthanized every year.

Help the community by decreasing stray pets: Homeless pets get into the trash. Defecate in your yard, possibly spreading parasites to your pets and family. May threaten your pets and family.

Enjoy your own pet more: No messy heat periods. No male strays roaming. No urine marking. Less aggressiveness.

Your pet can enjoy a longer, healthier life: Prevent cancer. Prevent the urge to fight. Prevent infections of reproductive organs.

MYTHS & FACTS

Myth: My pet will get fat and lazy if I spay/neuter. Fact: The truth is that most pets get fat and lazy because their owners feed them too much and don’t give them enough exercise.

Myth: It’s better to have one litter first. Fact: Medical evidence shows the opposite. Females spayed before their first heat are typically healthier. Many doctors now sterilize as young as eight weeks of age/or at least 6lbs. Altering early prevents blood loss and is less expensive.

Myth: My children should experience the miracle of birth. Fact: Even if children are able to see a pet give birth – which is unlikely since it usually occurs at night and in seclusion – the lesson they will really learn is that animals can be created and discarded as it suits adults. Instead, it should be explained to children that the real miracle is life and that preventing the birth of some pets can save the lives of others.

Myth: But my pet is a purebred. Fact: So is at least one out of every four pets brought to animal shelters around the country. There are just too many dogs and cats – mixed breed and purebred.

Myth: I don’t want my male dog or cat to feel like less of a male, or not be protective. Fact: Pets don’t have any concept of sexual identity or ego. Neutering will not change a pet’s basic personality. They do not suffer any kind of emotional reaction or identity crisis when neutered. They will be more loyal to you and your family.

Low-cost spay and neuter programs:

The Humane Society may offer free spays/neuters for pit-bulls.(520) 881-0321

SPAYING AND NEUTERING PREVENTS FUTURE HEADACHES AND HEARTACHES FOR EVERYONE.

Tohono O’odham Veterinarian Clinic (for tribal members only) Sells Livestock Complex (520) 383-2298 Animal Birth Control of Tucson 1710 W. Valencia Rd. (Midvale Park) (520) 741-SPAY (7729)

Humane Society Spay & Neuter Clinic 3450 N. Kelvin Blvd (Fort Lowell and Country Club) (520) 881-0321 The Humane Society may offer free spays/neuters for pit-

bulls. (520) 881-0321

Recruiting membership to the San Xavier District Council Recommending Committees and Legislative representative

The San Xavier District Council is currently recruiting for enrolled and/or community members of the San Xavier District to fill in the vacant positions for four year terms to the following committees and Legislative alternate term ending 2015:

Finance Committee – (1) vacant TON Legislative Council Alternate to Hilarion Campus – (1) vacant

Michelle Davis-Garcia – Appointment to the SXDC Election Committee

The Committees are a recommending Committee, under the District Council umbrella, that deal with all issues that are related to the said Committees. All Committees are a (5) membership and all meetings are held twice a month as scheduled on the dates, time and location. Each committee member is entitled to receive a incentive payment of $75.00 per meeting if they are in attendance. All interested individuals must submit a letter of interest to the Council department and you will be scheduled for appointment by Council resolution at their next upcoming meetings, and you may contact Ernie Reyes, Council Secretary at (520) 573-4026 for information.

VETERINARIAN CLINIC

Monday, March 12, 2012 10am - 4pm

Location:

San Xavier Dance Ramada behind the District Admin. Bldg.

Dr. Lyle Robinson will be available to provide veterinarian care for

small and large animals for the Wa:k Community.

Monetary donations are greatly appreciated.

Please have your pet leashed or kenneled and free of ticks. Services are on a first-come, first-served basis.

We ask community members who live close to the Dance Ramada to please confine their dogs at home during the clinic. We do not want any injuries or issues to arise from the unrestrained dogs.

Persons and their pets participating in this event do so at their own risk. Wa:k Community Pet Care, San Xavier District, San Xavier Feast Committee, Tohono O’odham Natural Resources Department, and volunteers are not liable for any illness, bodily injury, death, and/or property loss.

For more info, call Aldea Lewis at 578-8764 or 971-8007

San Xavier District Council

Meeting of March 12, 2012 at 7:00 P.M. Location District Center

AGENDA

1. Welcome and Open Remarks:

2. Invocation: 3. Review and Approval of Agenda:

4. New Business: 5. New Business: 6. Chairman’s Activity Report: 7. Vice Chairman’s Activity Report: 8. SXDC Minutes: 9. Announcements:

District Community

meeting scheduled on March 17, 2012 at 9 a.m. will be held in the District Center.

Second District Council meeting scheduled on March 20, 2012 at 7 p.m. will be held in the District Center.

10. Adjournment:

San Xavier District Council

Meeting of March 20, 2012 at 7:00 P.M. Location District Center

AGENDA

1. Welcome and Open Remarks:

2. Invocation: 3. Review and Approval of Agenda: 4. Mr. Harold Stuth, SXD Finance

Manager – Presenting the District’s Monthly Finances report in closed session.

5. New Business: 6. New Business: 7. Chairman’s Activity Report: 8. Vice Chairman’s Activity Report: 9. SXDC Minutes: 10. Announcements:

District Community meeting

scheduled on March 17, 2012 at 9 a.m. will be held in the District Center.

Second District Council meeting scheduled on March 20, 2012 at 7 p.m. will be held in the District Center.

11. Adjournment:

San Xavier District Community

Meeting of March 17, 2012 at 9:00 A.M. Location District Center

AGENDA

1. Welcome and Open Remarks:

2. Invocation:

3. Review and Approval of Agenda:

4. Call to the Audience:

Guillermo Figueroa, Market Development Manager – Presenting the Century Link program.

5. TOLC Reports:

6. SXDC Reports:

7. Announcements:

8. Adjournment:

San Xavier District Council Resolutions adopted for the month of January 2012 2011

Date

Res. No.

Title

01/03/12 01-12-01 “Accepting the SXDC Minutes of June 21, 2011 as Amended” Motion Philbert Bailey second Dennis Ramon, tally results; 4 for, 0 against, 0 not voting, 1 absent. Motion carried.

01/17/12 01-12-02 “Agreeing to conduct a Closed Session for the District’s monthly finances report” Motion Janice Felix and second Philbert Bailey, tally results; 4 for, 0 against, 0 not voting, 1 absent. Motion carried.

01/17/12 01-12-03 “Authorization to close account titled #1420 Prepaid Credit Card-Council and to transfer balance of $4,701.32 to #1416 Prepaid Credit Card-District” Motion Philbert Bailey second Janice Felix, tally results; 4 for, 0 against, 0 not voting, 1 absent. Motion carried.

01/17/12 01-12-04 “Appointing Veronica Alvarez from the Community at large to the SXDC Housing Committee under the new staggered term policy” Motion Janice Felix and second Dennis Ramon, tally results; 4 for, 0 against, 0 not voting, 1 absent. Motion carried.

01/17/12 01-12-05 “Appointing Evonne Miles from the Community at large to the SXDC Natural Resource Committee under the new stag-gered term policy” Motion Janice Felix second Philbert Bailey, tally results; 4 for, 0 against, 0 not voting, 1 absent. Motion carried.

01/17/12 01-12-06 “Approving a Tribal Land Assignment Transfer from Nona Encinas to Masi Encinas” Motion Dennis Ramon and second Janice Felix, tally results; 4 for, 0 against, 0 not voting, 1 absent. Motion carried.

01/17/12 01-12-07 “Approving a Tribal Land Assignment Transfer to Fabian Antone from the late Geraldine Orosco” Motion Philbert Bailey second Dennis Ramon, tally results; 4 for, 0 against, 0 not voting, 1 absent. Motion carried.

01-17-12 01-12-08 “Approving a Tribal Land Assignment Transfer from Roberta Smith to Venessa Nish” Motion Janice Felix second Felicia Nunez, tally results; 4 for, 0 against, 0 not voting, 1 absent. Motion carried

01/17/12 01-12-09 “Supporting the 2012 UNITY Run from Black Mountain to Red Mountain in the amount of $2,700.00” Motion Janice Felix second Dennis Ramon, tally results; 4 for, 0 against, 0 not voting, 1 absent. Motion carried.

01/17/12 01-12-10 “Accepting the SXDC Minutes of November 15, 2011 with Amendments” Motion Janice Felix second Felicia Nunez, tally results; 4 for, 0 against, 0 not voting, 1 absent. Motion carried.

Copies of resolutions and related information can be obtained at the San Xavier District Council office, upon proper request.

san xavier mission news

San Xavier Mission Baptisms Class: March 13 7:00pm

Call 294-4639 *

Baptisms: March 24th *

Stations of the Cross: 7:00pm in the Church March 7, 14, 21, & April 4

* Lenten Reconciliation Service: March 28

7:00 pm in the Church *

O’odham Advisory Counsel: March 26, 7:00pm in St. Clare

The family of Michael Rios would like to say “Thank You” to several people who helped our family during a

difficult time: Alda Antone, Floyd Antone, Michael Manuel, Mr. & Mrs. Jerry Carlyle, Serena Carlyle, Mr. & Mrs. Gerald Joaquin, Verlene & Rosie Rios, Ramon Families, Gabriel Encinas Rosary Group,

Marcus Funeral Home, Runners, Horsemen, Father Stephen, S.X. District Fence Crew, S.X. District, Rangers, Everyone who helped in preparation grave site, food, set up, and everything else that needed to be done

your hard work was greatly appreciated. May Creator continue to bring you many blessings.

San Xavier Mission Baptisms Class: March 13 7:00pm

Call 294-4639 **

Baptisms: March 24th **

Stations of the Cross: 7:00pm in the Church March 7, 14, 21, & April 4

** Lenten Reconciliation Service: March 28

7:00 pm in the Church **

O’odham Advisory Counsel: March 26, 7:00pm in St. Clare

10 Year Anniversary For

Roland “Rudy” Canner 2/24/5/8-3/19/02

Mass on Sunday, March 18, 2012 9:30am

San Xavier Mission Church Rosary To Follow 11am-3pm

San Xavier District “GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN”

Wa:k Spirit SAN XAVIER EDUCATION DEPARTMENT

MARCH 2012

Hello Wa:k Community, I hope you and your family are doing well. As we get into the month of March, I want to wish all of you a HAPPY ST. PATRICK’S DAY. I continue to be amazed at how quickly the school year flies by! Thinking about the fact that we have now entered the month of March is unbelievable! February always goes by in a blink of an eye, especially due to all the exciting events and celebrations that occur.

We had a great month with the 100th Day of School, Valentine’s Day, Chinese New Year, February Birthdays, and February Rodeo Vacation. This month we focused on celebrating 100 Days of Learning and the 2nd & 3rd graders did a fabulous job of sharing stories and activities about the 100th Day of School.

(Pictured: Sonya Salway, Ismael Reyna, Donovan Little, Izarian Reyna, Rene Jose &

Damien Lopez)

In closing, I would just like to share my thoughts regarding children’s use of electronic devices. As of late, we have had an increase in students bringing their iPod, handheld video games, and cell phones to the After School Program. Unfortunately, this leads to these items being lost and/or broken as well as distracting from the learning environment and process. If a student absolutely needs to have a cell phone for emergency contact or an iPod for the bus or walking, then it MUST be kept in his/her backpack on the bus, on the playground, and in the Education Center building. These items are not necessary for students to access during the After School Program. I thank you for your support of this request. As we move through March, and push towards the warmer and sunnier days of spring, I thank you parents, guardians & family for your continued support to help to ensure students attend the 2nd & 3rd grade After School Program.

Thank you for your commitment to your child’s education.

Carmen H. Martinez Community Liaison

First of all here are a few announcements for the month of March: I’d like to say

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO DR. SEUSS!!

Without him we would not know that Green Eggs and Ham go great together according to Sam I am! Also I would like to thank him for helping us learn to count (One Fish, Two Fish) along with our colors (Red Fish, Blue Fish) DON’T FORGET TO WEAR GREEN ON SATURDAY, MARCH 17TH FOR ST. PATRICK’S DAY (Keep our eyes pealed for those little dudes running around hiding their pots of gold) Also, March 20, First Day of Spring

Words from Dr. Seuss: “You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose. You’re on your own. And you know what you know. And YOU are the one who’ll decide where to go…….” “You’re off the Great Places!

Today is your day! Your mountain in waiting, So….. Get on your way!” “So be sure when you step, step with care and great tact. And remember that life’s A Great Balancing Act. And will you succeed? Yes! You will, indeed! (98 and 3/4 percent guaranteed) Kid, you’ll move mountains.”

I hope everyone can take a little bit of wisdom from a great man who saw the potential in our children and who’s books still influ-ence our children today.

Standing Strong is still looking for participants… Both male and female if you are interested or know someone who is, please have them come and fill out an application here at the Education Center.

Missed Bus Transport: Missed bus transport is available Monday - Friday From 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. calls received after 8:00 a.m. WILL NOT BE TRANSPORTED! You may call the following numbers to re-ceive transportation: 520-807-8620 520-349-8243

If there is no answer please leave the following infor-‐mation:

Name, Address, School to be

Transported to and a call back number.

Also all students MUST have a transportation application on file, you may pick on up at the Education Center or if there is not one on file you will be asked to fill one out the morning of transportation. I hope Everyone has a great month and students please keep up your studies! There is ONLY 2 MONTHS LEFT OF SCHOOL!!

Hello there my fellow O’odham’s. I hope that your new year is still going strong. I want to take this time to share with you the importance of education from U.S. President Barack Obama from a speech that he gave on April 27, 2009 in Washington, DC.

Through education, you… learn how to learn, how to think critically and find solutions to unexpected challenges. I remember we used to ask our teachers, “Why am I going to need algebra?” Well, you may not have to solve for x to get a good job or to be a good parent. But you will need to think through tough problems. You’ll need to think on your feet. You’ll need to know how to gather facts and evaluate information. So, math teachers, you can tell your students that the President says they need algebra.

Education also teaches you the value of discipline, that the greatest rewards come not from instant gratification but from sustained efforts and from hard work. This is a lesson that’s especially true today, in a culture that prizes flash over substance, that tells us that the goal in life is to be entertained, that says you can be famous just for being famous. You get on a reality show, don’t know what you’ve done, suddenly you’re famous. But that’s not going to lead to lasting, sustained achievement.

After reading this what are your thoughts on what the U.S. President is trying to say about your education? I agree with what he had to say. You may think that some of the courses you are taking in elementary, junior high and in high school is a long process or not going to pay off, think again. Your education from K-12th grade is going to lead you into so many more things in life. You will have the opportunity to attend college free to choose your major. Once you have chosen a major that’s were the real focus comes in. Your basic learning in K-12th grade is preparation for college/university (higher education). There is no room in higher education for errors. If you miss a day in class you have already fallen behind your classmates.

This is not the time to be shy—ask your question, ask for help. Don’t pass up this opportunity! Important Dates: March 02, 2012-Completed Tuition & Book application are due no later than 5:00 p.m. to be added on April, 2012 agenda. March 15, 2012– SUSD, end of Third Quarter. (SUSD Calendar) March 16, 2012– SUSD In-service/Records Day NO CLASSES (SUSD Calendar) March 19, 2012-SUSD beginning of Fourth Quarter. (SUSD Calendar) March 26, 2012-Completed Bus Pass applications are due no later than 5:00 p. m. for April 2012. March 26-30, 2012– SUSD Spring Break. April 6-13, 2012– San Xavier Mission School Easter Break.

Information from San Xavier Mission School:

San Xavier Mission School is beginning registration for the 2012-2013 school year, families are encouraged to get their registration in early before the classes fill up.

The application for scholarships are available through the school office.

Scholarship money provides over half of the cost of tuition for most of the students at San Xavier Mission School. Scholarship money is distributed on a need basis, no student is refused admission to San Xavier Mission School as long as there is space available in the classes.

New students will need: birth certificate, baptismal certificate, social security card, tribal enrollment and immunizations.

Please call or stop by the school for further information.

Shirley Kalinowski, Principal

San Xavier Mission School

Hello Everyone, and Welcome to the Learning Center Section of the Newsletter. The Learning Center had another successful “Love of Reading” event. Special guests were Chairman Austin Nunez, Education Administrator Sylvia Dawavendewa, and Tohono O’odham Nation’s Fire Prevention Officer Dreamland Pfeifer. I would like to thank these three special people for taking time out of their busy schedules to come share a story with our after school program children. The children really enjoyed listening to the readings. The children read poems that they had written. It was beautiful. The Learning Center (LC) continues to provide the Wa:k Community with library time to the Elders, Tohono O’odham Nation Head Start and Childcare programs, the After School Program, Pre-teen Standing Strong and home visits. Please take note that guitar classes are now on Tuesdays at 5:30 for beginners and 6:00 for advanced pickers so please remember that you do not have to have or own a guitar we have guitars here. And please do not worry if you are left handed we have a left handed one here for you as well. On Friday March 2, 2012 the LC staff will be taking 10 community members on a field trip to the Tohono O’odham Culture Museum. We will be leaving the education center at approximately 9 a. m. and returning at approximately 3 p.m. The first 10 people who sign up get to go. You may call Gertie or Josh at 520-807-8621. I encourage you all to think about attending the 2012 Tucson Festival of Books. This is a free event that brings together authors, publishers, public readings in a family-friendly community. This year the event is held on March 10th & 11th on the University of Arizona Campus, Main Mall. Take advantage of lots of world wide entertainment. Lots of entertainment for the kids too!! AND IT IS FREE!!!!

WRITE ON!!!! Your child probably knows how to say ABCs

Now it’s time for him to put them down on paper

THE CHALLENGE-Muscle Up The small hand muscles needed for writing aren’t well formed in 3 and 4 years olds. But scribbling and coloring (something your child probably already enjoys doing) provides an intense workout that will help her strengthen up. Encourage her to draw as often as possible by stocking her craft bin with paper and a variety of writing tools, such as crayons, chalk, and markers. In addition, tasks like cutting with scissors and manipulating blocks, trains, Play-Doh, and other small playthings will provide great opportunities to build hand strength, says Jennifer Hallissy, a pediatric occupational therapist and author of The Write Start.

THE CHALLENGE-Letter Knowledge Give your beginning writer loads of alphabet inspiration so he can memorize the shapes. Stock up on letter magnets and puzzles and use shaving cream to spray letters on the wall during bath time. As you play, highlight the small differences between easily confused characters, like B and P, and M and W. Letter recognition doesn’t always translate into letter writing. “Kids see the whole form, not the specific parts, so a 4-year-old might write the letter E with six arms instead of three,” says Jane Gibson, a pre-K teacher in North Hanover Township, New Jersey. Show the right strokes with a letter clue game. Say, “I’m thinking of a letter and I’m going to write it for you, but only one part at a time. “Draw the first line of your letter, then discuss your child's best guess before adding the next line. (Info taken from Parents Magazine). FEBRUARY 2012 PARENTS.COM By. Heide Smith Luedtke, PhD. Please take note of Learning Center Hours: Mondays 8am-7pm Closed 2:30-5pm Tuesdays 8am-7pm Closed 2:30-4pm Wednesdays 8am-7pm Closed 1pm-5:30pm Thursdays 8am-5pm Closed 2:30-4pm Fridays 8am-5pm Occasional Closed for Trainings To ensure that we are open please call 520-807-8620.

March is Ce:dagi Masad – Green Month Just the words “Green Month” brings hope and promise of good things to come after going through some struggles during the month of February, Ko:magi Masad – Gray Month. In February - “Gray Month” we had some gray clouds that hung over the Education department. These gray clouds came in the form of viruses (the common cold), allergies and even pink eye. So there were days when Education was short on staff but, staff on duty managed to keep the program running. Our first Wednesday of the month Pre-teen Standing Strong session was almost canceled due to our scheduled presenter’s illness. Thank goodness our Learning Center Coordinator, Gertie Lopez filled in with a presentation on “Waila Music.” She shared how when she was about 8 or 9 her dad taught her to play the guitar and later she began playing with his music group. The students learned a little more about how “Gertie & the T.O. Boyz” became a group. The DOJ Tribal Youth program sponsored a “How to have a Safe Cozy Home” presentation by Johnny Merchant with 22 community members attending. Some small helpful hints are:

Use CFL’s (spiral shape), light bulbs which save energy and last longer than regular light bulbs. LED light bulbs save even more energy and last longer. They do cost more but the energy saved may be worth it.

Use electrical tape only to cover frayed electrical cords/extension cords! And extension cord use is only a temporary solution.

Caulking up holes and applying weather stripes where needed keeps cold air out and warm air in. In the summer it is the opposite it keeps cold air in and hot air out.

Household windows are to let light into a room and serve as a way out in case of emergency. Therefore, boarding up windows should only be a TEMPORARY fix. Single pane broken windows can be replaced. You can take the frame to Valencia Ace Hardware, 2820 W. Valencia Rd. phone #314-2356 or any glass replacement business.

I was honored on Feb 11th to give a presentation “In Pursuit of Effective Tribal Partnerships” to the 2012 Gathering of Educators, sponsored by the Native Education Alliance (NEA), Office of the Pima County School Superintendent’s Regional Support Center (RSC) in partnership with many organizations. Strengthening Families met on Thursdays throughout February at the Education Center and ended on the 23rd with an award celebration. The San Xavier District, DOJ Tribal Youth grant Saicu Si Sap Ap Ju-What Did We Do Right program FGDM Facilitator and Administrator, Sylvia Dawavendewa met with the Tohono Nation new DOJ grantees and shared “best practices” with their group. Sylvia and I attended the Department of Justice ( DOJ) “Financial Management Seminar” 2/22-2/23 in Phoenix. The month ended with the Pre-teen Standing Strong group hearing the spiritual journey of Jeremy Romero. When we last saw him he was excited about receiving a self-regulated insulin device for his Diabetes but there have been difficulties with his body adjusting to it and he has been in and out of the hospital’s Intensive Care Unit (ICU) several times. It was through his relationship with horses that touched his heart and opened the way to his relationship with Creator. In March Pre-teen Standing Strong is scheduled for: Wednesday, March 7, 4:15 – 5:30 pm Wednesday, March 28, Family Night 5:30 – 6:30 pm

Keenan Vasquez

Ty Campos Josephine Morrillo Melvin Moreno Chris “Sonny” Encinas Davied Johnson Jared Juan Devon Lopez Eileen Lopez Shea Nunez Tahnee Butler Misty Corella Elmer Corella Donny Preston Rene Jose, Sr. Ina Antone Russell Antone Amanda Tucker Danny Corella Jerry Enis Rainey Dae Carlyle Annette Corella Elvira Capone Raelynn Carlyle Patrick Bailey Kendra Lewis Raven Lopez Leland Molina Dyrell Lopez Malachi Juan Sarah Estrada Jaron Osequeda Angel Bear Osequeda Sharon Hernandez

What every Child Needs

Fun Take time to laugh and play and share the

wonders of life with me

Affection Warm hugs will nurture me and make this world a friendlier place.

Acceptance Appreciate me for the individual I am, with all my unique gifts and special talents.

Respect Treat me like an important and valuable person and I will learn to respect and honor myself and others.

Praise Tell me all the things you appreciate about me so I know how wonderful I really am.

Security Give me boundaries that will allow me to grow safely, feel secure and overcome.

Honesty Share your real feelings and admit your mistakes to me, so I will learn what it means to be a real person.

Patience Be understanding when I make my own mistakes; remember, even when it does not seem like it, I am trying to do my best.

Forgiveness Remind me that nobody is perfect and that it feels much better to forgive than hold a grudge.

Encouragement Support me and be positive as I try new things and I will have the courage to keep exploring.

Openness Listen to me and be open to what you may be able to learn from me.

Love If you care for me in all these ways, you will be giving me the best life has to offer.

Many children who hurt their heads get well and have no long-term problems. Some children have problems that may not be noticed right away. You may see changes in your child over the next several months that concern you. This card lists some common signs that your child may have a mild brain injury. If your child has any of the problems on this list-AND THEY DON’T GO AWAY-see the “What to Do” box on the back of the sheet.

HEALTH PROBLEMS

Including: Headache that keeps coming back Pain in head muscle Pain in head bone (skull) Pain below the ear Pain in the jaw Pain in or around eyes

Dizziness Trouble with balance

Can’t sleep through the night Sleeps too much Days and nights get mixed up

Neck & shoulder pain that happens a lot Other unexplained body pain SOURCE: AZ GOVERNOR’S COUNCIL ON SPINAL & HEAD INJURIES

HEADACHES

Balance Problems

Sleep Problems

Pain Problems

Bothered by smells Changes in taste or smell Appetite changes

Ringing in the ears Hearing loss Bothered by noises Can’t handle normal back ground noise

Feels to hot Feels to cold Doesn’t feel temperature at all

Blurry vision Seeing double Hard to see clearly (hard to focus) Bothered by light

Sensory Changes

These problems don’t happen often.

If your child has any of them, see your doctor right away.

◊ severe headache that does not go away or get bettter ◊ seizures eyes fluttering body going stiff, staring into space ◊ child forgets everything amnesia ◊ hands shake, tremors, muscles get weak, loss of muscle tone ◊ nausea or vomiting that returns

BEHAVIOR and FEELINGS Changes in personality, mood or behavior

THINKING PROBLEMS

SOURCE: AZ GOVERNOR’S COUNCIL ON SPINAL & HEAD INJURIES

PHONE: 602.863.0484

TROUBLE COMMUNICATING

Changes the subject, has trouble staying on topic Has trouble thinking of the right word Has trouble listening Has trouble paying attention, can’t have long conversations Does not say things clearly Has trouble reading Talks to much

Cont.

Is irritable, anxious, restless

Getting upset or frustrated easily

Over acts, cries or laughs to easily

Has mood swings Is sad, depressed Doesn’t want to do any-

thing, can’t “get started” Is tired, drowsy Is slow to respond Trips, falls, drops things, is

awkward Wants to be alone or away

from people

Is afraid of others, blames others

Wants to be taken care of Does not know how to act

with people Takes risks without thinking

first Eats to little, eats all the

time, or eats things that aren’t food

Has different sexual behavior (older children)

Starts using or has a different reaction to alcohol or drugs

Takes off clothes in public

Has trouble remembering things

Has trouble paying atten-tion

Reacts slowly Thinks slowly Takes things too literally,

doesn’t get jokes Understands words but not

their meaning Thinks about the same

thing over and over Has trouble learning new

things

Has trouble putting things in order (desk, room, pa-pers)

Has trouble making deci-sions

Has trouble planning, start-ing, doing, and finishing a task

Has trouble remembering to do things on time

Makes poor choices loss of common sense

WHAT TO DO:

If your child has any of the problems on this list, and they don’t go away:

◊ Ask you child’s doctor to have your child seen by a specialist in head injury who can help your child learn skills (rehabilitation).

◊ Ask your child’s doctor to have your child seen by a Board-certified Neuropsychologist. This specialist can help you understand and deal with your child’s behavior and feelings changes. ◊ Call the Brain Injury Association of Arizona for more information:

(602)323-9165 Phoenix Helpline 1-888-500-9165 Toll-Free Statewide Helpline

We have only listed the problems we see most often when a child’s brain is hurt.

Not every problem that could happen is on this list

Traumatic Brain Injury workshop draws a crowd On January 27, 2012, thirty people from across the Tohono O’odham Nation gathered at the San Xavier Education Center to learn about Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). Ms. Ann Tarpy , M. Ed., Education, Prevention, and Training Officer from the AZ Governor’s Council on Spinal and Head Injuries delivered an exceptional presentation titled “Understanding Traumatic Brain Injury”. The presentation was tailored to those who know little about TBI she addressed brain and behavior relationships and developing disability: plus, the implications of the interruption of brain behavior relationships for parenting. Some things we learned: -A brain injury is a potential lifelong disease process that may require ongoing or varied levels of services and supports. -The brain is a complex and vital organ to the human body so injury can make one’s life difficult . -Brain injuries can impact/damage vision, hearing, speech, touch and “common sense” for instance,one who suffers an injury might show a change in speech that is noticiable. It may affect one’s ability to walk (Gabrielle Giffords) and talk, their memory, etc. -Brain injuries can be unnoticed for years or may be misdiagnosed if one’s health history fails to point out an injury such as: traumatic birth, auto accident, fall, shaken baby syndrome, sports injury, suicide attempt, or near drowning. If you think you or a family member has suffered a brain injury and may need assistance, call the Tohono O’odham Nation – Division of Special Needs at 520. 383. 6124. The workshop was full of interesting information; if you wish to learn more about TBI check out the Brain Injury Association of AZ website at: www.biaaz.org

↑ Ann Tarpy, TBI Trainer.

Sylvia examines layers of the brain.

↓TBI participants

Genevieve Valenzuela and Ramona Casillas discuss details of the training.

Traffic Safety Concerns at Education It has come to our attention that people are driving too fast when coming into the Education Parking Lot. Remember that we have approximately 65 children between the ages of 6 months to 6 years old on a daily basis and they have no concept of danger from moving vehicles. These little ones can dart into the road without warning. Also, small children cannot be seen in your rear view mirror so be certain of their whereabouts before backing up. It is vital that everyone slow to no more than 15 miles per hour before entering the parking lot then please cruise through the lot at no more than 10 miles per hour. There is no need to rush in so as to slam on your brakes when parking or to speed up when leaving. Arizona law is 15 mph in school zone for children 6 and older; our children are younger. Please, please, don’t put yourself, families or staff through the trauma and heartbreak of an accident should you injure someone by rushing in or out. These are your children and relatives; drive with care in the Education Parking Lot. Additionally, for safety’s sake, please enter the parking lot through the east gate and exit the west gate. Thank you all for looking out for the safety of our children.

In the near future (Education and TON ECE) will be reviewing the parking lot to improve traffic flow with the assistance of Administration and other departments necessary to the process. The children thank you.

Education Hosts AILDI Workshop—Where are my keys? The American Indian Language Development Institute (AILDI) an affiliate of the University of Arizona and SXD Education cooperated on a language acquisition workshop held February 10 and 11, 2012 at the SXD Education Center. AILDI Director Ofelia Zepeda and Coordinator, Alyce Sadongei planned the event and SXD Education hosted it at the center. A total of 35 participants came from various tribes, states and programs for the “Where are your keys?” presentation led by Mr. Evan Gardner. Four other facilitators assisted Mr. Gardner in small group instruction and in leading the sessions. “Where are your keys?” was not a lecture series;; it was fast-paced, highly interactive, and fun. Participants were taught numerous techniques and immediately applied them. According to Gardner, learning a language starts small and builds on what one learns. The teaching tools did not include hi-tech anything, instead the instructors used sticks, rocks, paper, and other items easily found in the environment. Additionally, sign language was incorporated as an excellent supportive teaching/learning aid. In teaching and learning language the focus was on—what, who/whose, where, which, why, how and when. One of the most important strategies was the use of “buckets” for teaching/learning a language. This allows language programs to make maximum use of fluent speakers (usually the elders) time meaning less burnout. Students learn from the elder then turn around to become the teacher of what they just learned. Tohono O’odham and Education were well represented at the training.

AILDI participants preparing for an activity.

↓ Bucket system, sign language and supportive angels.

↑ This is a stick. ↓ This is a rock. 3 Photos by Winoka Begay

Education brings tribal cultures to SXMS Middle School students The Education Department extends heartfelt appreciation to several individuals who shared their culture with the San Xavier Mission School 6th, 7th, and 8th graders during the weekly Language and Culture Wednesday classes prepared by SXD Education. The presenters were recruited by SXD Education to plan and deliver lessons on their tribal culture. Speakers included: Gerald Dawavendewa (Hopi), Alex Beeshligaii (Navajo), Louis D. Valenzuela (Pascua Yaqui), Sylvia Dawavendewa (Havasupai), and Gerald Dawavendewa (Cherokee). Students saw photos, videos, artifacts, clothing, music, Cherokee alphabet, and currency among other items. Students were encouraged to look for similarities the tribes shared with Tohono O’doham and also look for differences. The objective of this quarter is to expose students to various tribal cultures so students could compare and contrast. At the end of the quarter students will review the Tohono O’dham language greetings, introductions and colors as a refresher and to prepare for the next quarter. MARK YOUR CALENDAR March 2, 2012—Community Fieldtrip to T.O. Cultural

Museum March 10, & 11—UA Festival of Books March 10 & 11—Wa:k Pow Wow March 10-16—UNITY Run March 16—SUSD No School, Records Day March 26-30 SUSD Spring Break March 26 – 29, SXD Ed. AIMS Prep Camp April 15—SUSD AIMS Test week April 18—Dia Di Los Ninos Puppet Show @ SXD

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Where are my keys? Workshop photos below.

San Xavier District of the Tohono O’odham Nation 2018 W. San Xavier Road Tucson, AZ 85746 Phone: (520) 573-4000 Fax: (520) 573-4089

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