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John F. Kennedy School Apache Language & Culture Learn Today for Tomorrow Dijii igonlaa iskaa ba. K-8 (11/14 certified Apache Teachers) 215 students – 1 Apache/Language Teacher. Goals & Objectives. Goal is to complete and achieve my 3 objectives I selected. Objectives
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John F. Kennedy SchoolApache Language & CultureLearn Today for TomorrowDijiiigonlaaiskaaba K-8 (11/14 certified Apache Teachers) 215 students – 1 Apache/Language Teacher
Goals & Objectives Goal is to complete and achieve my 3 objectives I selected. Objectives • The school includes Tribal elders, speakers, and leaders in planning and providing school evens that feature Native American culture, customs, and values. • All students receive instruction in the basics of the prevailing Tribal language and an opportunity to use language. • The promotion of Native American history, culture, customs, and values is done in a way that engenders respect for the history, culture,, customs, and values of other groups.
Community Guest Speakers • Guest speakers in Apache Language classes. Elders speaking on education, history, family, discipline, leadership, Tribal Government, etc. • Students interaction/participation - writing, questions, - art, drama, arts & crafts, (summer school)
Apache Language/Culture Curriculum • Revised Apache Language curriculum • Committee of 4 • January, Feb. & Mar.
Implementations Reciting Pledge of Allegiance Learning National Anthem - Star Spangled Banner Learning to read & write Apache – simple sentences, vowels, alphabet Speaking the Apache language
Apache Cultural Events at School • Classroom Instruction – Apache • Apache Cultural Day – Performances &Pageant for students • Tribal Fair – Parade & Performances • Crown Dancer group performance (students) • Cultural presentations by students & staff • Traditional Sunrise Ceremonies (students) • Arts & Crafts – Beadwork, Moccasins,