Red Rocks Reporter - Pueblo of Jemez

Red Rocks Reporter
JANUARY 2009
In This Issue
Jemez Welcomes
New Tribal Leaders ....................1
Ditch Cleaning
Responsibilities ........................2
Walatowa History Exhibit ................3
Meet Robert Rohr ...........................3
Learning Opportunities for
Everyone ...................................4
Carbon Monoxide:
The Silent Killer .........................5
When Words Hurt............................6
Girls’ Night Out ...............................7
Community Wellness Program ........8
Behavioral Health Program:
Protecting You,
Protecting Me .........................10
Men’s Health Issues .....................11
Plan Your Clinic Visit for
Shorter Wait Times ................. 12
JVR News ..................................... 12
Re-Enrollment Process Update .... 13
Thank You Note ............................ 13
Law Enforcement ......................... 13
DTV Meeting .................................14
Using Your Fireplace Wisely ...........14
New Wheels for Transportation
Program ..................................14
Getting Ready for the
Digital TV Transition ............... 15
Save the Date ...............................16
David Toledo
Stanley Loretto
The Pueblo of Jemez Welcomes
New Leaders for 2009
Benny Shendo, Jr.
Governor David Toledo
First Lt. Governor Benny Shendo, Jr.
Second Lt. Governor Stanley Loretto
Sheriff Michael Sandia
Governors’ Aides
Dory Sandia
Gary Toledo
Michael Earl Mora Nathaniel Mora
Towan Toledo
Head Fiscale
David Yepa, Jr.
Asst. Fiscale
Jose Chosa
Fiscale Aides
Ira Tosa
Mervin Yepa
Edmund Chinana Garrick J. Chinana
Marvin Waquie
Turquoise War Captain
Matthew Gachupin
Turquoise War Captain Aides
Davin Coonsis (DJ)
Joseph Madalena
Leo Sando
Eric Tosa
Albert Vigil
Pumpkin War Captain
Joseph Toya
Pumpkin War Captain Aides
Charles Waquie
Barton Chinana
Malcolm Cajero
Kerwin Tsosie
Ernest Shendo, Jr.
David Yepa, Jr.
Jose Chosa
Greetings,
I hope your holidays were blessed and will spent with family and relatives. We as a Pueblo are
fortunate to have our culture and traditions still in place for our children to participate and believe in.
We the new tribal leadership of 2009 look forward to working with our community members
and with everyone’s participation and input we can all make a positive difference. All the governors,
Fiscales, War Captains, Sheriff and Governors’ Aides appreciate you support and well wishes for the
coming year.
Sincerely,
David M. Toledo, Governor

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TRIBAL ADMINISTRATION
TRIBAL COUNCIL
Candido Armijo
Joe Cajero
Paul S. Chinana
Raymond Gachupin
Frank Loretto
J. Leonard Loretto
Raymond Loretto, DVM
José E. Madalena
J. Roger Madalena
Arthur Sandia
José Pecos
José Toledo
Michael Toledo, Jr.
Paul Tosa
Vincent A. Toya, Sr.
Augustine Waquie
2009 TRIBAL GOVERNORS
David Toledo
Governor
Benny Shendo, Jr.
First Lt. Governor
Stanley Loretto
Second Lt. Governor
TRIBAL ADMINISTRATOR
Vincent A. Toya, Sr.
Red Rocks Reporter
January 2009 Edition
All photos and images are used with
permission. All editorial content
in this publication is intended for
informational purposes only. Every
effort has been made to ensure that
the information in this publication is
as current as possible at press time.
Red Rocks Reporter is distributed to
box holders in the 87024 Zip Code.
If you want to receive this newsletter
and do not have an 87024 P.O. Box,
please contact the editorial office at
(575) 834-3174; fax: (575) 834-7517;
or erica.kane@jemezpueblo.us.
Dear Tribal Member,
The Pueblo way of life is sustained yearly throughout our seasonal traditional
calendar. Our people have survived through irrigational agriculture; farming has been
our foundation of economy.
Once a year, our Jemez male members are required to assist with the cleaning of
our ditches. It is an event that brings families together and is a time of honor and
respect in our community.
A fee is imposed if you were not there to assist with the cleaning. We understand
some of you live away from the Pueblo and are unable to participate.
Following is a list of requirements:
Armed Forces/Military
• Active status are excused
• Career not excused unless deployed out of the area
Age Limit
• Eligible able men from 18 years on up
• Years of age, no limit is set; elders are welcome and they attend at their own will
Excuses
• Prompt doctors’ excuse for serious health issues will be accepted
• Medical leave will also be acceptable
• Make sure that all excuses are in by March 18
Students
•
•
•
•
High school to College students are excused
However, they are not allowed to fill in for others
They are there to learn
Teach them the proper techniques with traditional values of this community
obligation
The enclosed statement is for ditch fees assessed from 1999 to 2008 based on
annual Ditch Log Books. Please review this statement and send your payment to
the Finance Department. If you have any questions, you may contact the Finance
Department at (575) 834-9141.
Sincerely,
Paul S. Chinana
Governor
Published by Pueblo of Jemez, NM
87024. The above letter was sent in October 2008. It is reprinted by request from a tribal member who lives out of state. Ditch
cleaning will be scheduled in March, 2009. If you have questions, contact the tribal office at (575) 834-7359.

Pueblo of Jemez Red Rocks Reporter January 2009 Page 3
TRIBAL ADMINISTRATION
Meet Robert Rohr
Robert Rohr has joined Pueblo
of Jemez tribal administration as the
new Director of the Human Resources
Department. With a wide range of
experience, Robert is looking forward
to a new environment where he can
use his many skills and broaden his
perspective.
Most recently, Robert was Director
of Employee Relations and Retention for Grady Health System
in Atlanta, GA, one of the largest public health systems in the
US. He holds a law degree from Georgia State University and
served as a labor law attorney with the US Army Judge Advo-
cate General’s Corps, where he was involved with restructuring
Army hospitals and helping to strengthen the Panamanian
judiciary system after Operation Just Cause.
With a masters’ degree in international affairs, Rohr also
served with the Swiss Trade Commission for the Southeastern
United States.
Robert plans to implement ways to improve and streamline
operations in the Human Resources Department. “I want to
make this a pleasant, rewarding place for employees to work,”
he says.
Job hunting? The Pueblo of Jemez has open positions.
Call the Human Resources Department at (575) 834-7359.
WALATOWA VISITOR CENTER
Walatowa Museum Expands History Exhibit
The exhibition “Remembering Our School Days” has added five panels since opening in August
2008. The series of 12 panels shows the history of education in the Jemez Valley from the time of the first
missionaries through the present. Time lines show milestones in the histories of New Mexico, the nation
and Native American education. The free exhibit at the Walatowa Visitor Center Museum of Culture
and History continues through the first week of March.
The most recent panels document the shift toward educational self-determination
at Jemez Pueblo, and were produced with input from presenters at
the opening symposium, Mary Belgarde, PhD, from the University of New
Mexico, and Education Department Director Kevin Shendo. Their presentations
discussed recent history as well as the future of education at Jemez. Copresenter
and tribal historian
Joe Sando said the turn toward
tribal ownership of education at
Jemez fulfills “the hope of our
ancestors.”
The exhibit offers insights
for those interested in rediscovering their educational
heritage and family histories, and for those
dedicated to the future of education at Jemez.
The panels were created with support from the
San Diego Riverside Charter School and a grant
from the New Mexico Humanities Council and
was designated a “We the People” project of the
National Endowment for the Humanities. For more information, contact the Walatowa Visitor Center, at (575) 834-7235.
Tribal historian Joe Sando (top) and Department of Education Kevin Shendo (above left) were among the speakers at the opening symposium of
“Remembering Our School Days.” At left, Mark Thiel, from the Raynor Memorial Archives at Marquette University in Wisconsin, chats with tribal member Cecelia
Yepa. One of the exhibit’s descriptive panels is shown above . Presenters’ photos by New Mexico Humanities Council project evaluator Phyllis Morgan.

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EDUCATION
Learning Opportunities for Everyone
GED Classes
High school graduation equivalency
degree (GED) classes will start Tuesday,
Jan. 13, 2009. Weekly classes will be held
Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Afternoon classes start at 3 p.m. and
end at 5 p.m. Evening classes start at 6
p.m. and end at 8 p.m. For students in the
evening class, a child care provider will be
on site so working parents can attend.
Tutors will be at each class and help
students with any questions or comments
they have during and after class.
The current class that meets Tuesdays
and Thursdays from 3 to 5 p.m. is continuing.
Prospective students are welcome to stop by
to visit the class and meet the professor.
All students are welcome to join these
free classes. If you know anyone who wants
a refresher course before taking the GED
exam, please suggest attending one or both
of the classes. For more information, call
the Education Center at (575) 834-9102.
Federal Student Aid Applications
Students who will attend college for the
fi rst time in the spring and want fi nancial
assistance must complete their Free
Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
forms as soon as possible. The application
is online at www.FAFSA.ed.gov. If you want
help with the application, please visit the
Education Center; you must bring your
2008 federal income tax returns.
For students planning to attend college
in the fall of 2009, the Education Center
will host a meeting with an educational
advisor from the Education Opportunity
Center to help with the FAFSA application.
At that time, computers will be available so
students can complete the FAFSA process.
The meeting is planned for mid-February.
Parents and guardians who still claim
their children as dependents should
complete their 2008 federal income tax
returns as soon as possible. This information
is needed for FAFSA applications.
Scholarships and Internships
Pueblo of Jemez Scholarships
Pueblo of Jemez college scholarship
applications and supporting documents
are due to the Education Department on
Thursday, Jan. 15, 2009.
Los Alamos National Laboratory
Summer Internships
Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL)
High School Cooperative Program provides a
full-time internship and work experience for
qualifi ed high school students. The program
offers the opportunity to acquire skills and
work experience, while gaining exposure
to a variety of technical and administrative
career fi elds. Students can work full time
during the summer between their junior
and senior years and may continue the
appointment part-time (up to 20 hours per
week) during the academic year.
Eligible students must be high school
seniors, at least 16 years old and have
at least a 2.8 G.P.A. (unless their schools
require a higher G.P.A. to participate)
LANL representatives will be presenting
to students in January. For more information,
go to www.lanl.gov/education/precollege/
about.shtml
Association of American Indian
Physicians (AAIP)
Native American Youth Initiative
The AAIP is accepting applications
for the 12th Annual Patty Iron Cloud
National Native American Youth Initiative
in Washington, DC, June 20 - 28, 2009.
American Indian/Alaska Native high school
students, ages 16-18, who are interested in
health careers and/or biomedical research
are encouraged to apply. The scholarship
pays for travel, lodging, and most meals. The
curriculum prepares students for admission
to college and professional schools, and for
careers in health and biomedical research.
Application deadline is April 17, 2009. For
more information go to www.aaip.org.
Counselors. AAIP is seeking counselors
age 21 and older to accompany students
and serve as role models and chaperones
at the conference. AI/AN medical and
health professional students are invited to
apply. AAIP will pay for travel, lodging and
meals, and provide a stipend. Counselors
must arrive in Washington D.C. one to two
days before the conference, June 20-28,
2009. The application deadline is March 6,
2009. For details, go to www.aaip.org.
Family Circle Project
The Hemish of Walatowa Family Circle
Project (FCP) will launch its new session
on Monday, Feb. 2, 2009. The Education
Department will host this year’s Family
Circle Project and invites 12-14 Pueblo of
Jemez fourth and fi fth grade students and
their families to participate.
The FCP began in 2005 as a partnership
between the Pueblo of Jemez and University
of New Mexico researchers. The advisory
council includes Jemez community
members.
Based on Hemish values and traditions,
the project addresses threats that youth and
families face today, such as handling peer
pressure, lack of communication between
parents and youth, drug and alcohol
awareness, behavioral health, domestic
violence issues, dealing with anger, and
accepting differences.
The program stresses community
strengths such as using and practicing
Towa, increasing knowledge of Hemish
history, and enjoying family meals with
traditional foods. Participants learn more
about dealing with inevitable family
tensions. Battling threats to our youth and
families is important to the overall health of
our community and helps strengthen and
maintain Walatowa.
The Family Circle Project consists of
14 weekly sessions. Fun is emphasized
with games at every session. Family
dinners with traditional foods are provided.
Incentives will be offered, with a fi nal Grand
Prize raffl e for participants who attend all
14 sessions.
Families will create a community service
project as part of the program. Participants
also will be asked to evaluate the program’s
performance and effectiveness; this feedback
will help improve the program. For
more information, call the Education
Department at (575) 834-9102.

Pueblo of Jemez Red Rocks Reporter January 2009 Page 5
Words of Caution From the Injury Prevention Program:
“Please Be Safe in Cold Weather!”
You can’t see it, smell it or taste it, but carbon monoxide can kill you and your family.
CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING SYMPTOMS
Headaches; can be mild to severe.
Dizziness.
Nausea.
Mental confusion
Feeling faint.
Shortness of breath.
PLAY IT SAFE
Many symptoms are similar to those of the fl u, food poisoning
or other illnesses, so people often don’t consider that CO poisoning
could be the cause. If you experience symptoms that you think
could be from CO poisoning:
DO Get Fresh Air Immediately. Open doors and windows, turn off
the heater or stove and leave the house.
DO Go To an Emergency Room. Tell the doctor you suspect CO
poisoning. If CO poisoning has occurred, it can often be
diagnosed by a blood test soon after exposure.
DO be ready to answer some questions the doctor may ask: Do
you have symptoms only in the house? Do they disappear or
decrease when you leave home and come back when you
return? Does anyone else in your household have similar
symptoms? Did everyone’s symptoms appear about the same
time? Are you using any fuel-burning appliance in the home?
Has anyone inspected your appliances lately? Are you sure
they are working properly?
Did You Know?
INJURY PREVENTION
Over Thanksgiving weekend, a Denver investment banker, his philanthropist wife and their two young children died in a vacation
home near Aspen of carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning...
Carbon monoxide killed three women in California as they sat out a December blizzard by the side of the road. Snow blocked their
car’s exhaust pipe and fumes filled the vehicle ...
Three people died and six were hospitalized after a Christmas prayer meeting near Two Grey Hills.
Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless gas produced when material that contains carbon is burned. These materials include
wood, kerosene, propane and other fuels we use to heat our homes. CO poisoning can cause brain damage and death.
“We have a lot of wood burning and other heaters in our homes. After these incidents, I wouldn’t want anything like that to
happen here,” says Maria Benton, Injury Prevention Program Manager.
PREVENTION IS KEY
DO have your fuel-burning appliances inspected by a trained
professional at the beginning of every heating season. This
includes oil and gas furnaces, gas water heaters, gas ranges and
ovens, gas dryers, gas or kerosene space heaters, fi replaces,
and wood stoves. Be sure that the fl ues and chimneys are
connected, in good condition and not blocked.
DO choose appliances that vent fumes to the outside whenever
possible. Have them properly installed and maintain them
according to manufacturers’ instructions.
DO read and follow all of the instructions that come with any fuelburning
device. If you must use an unvented gas or kerosene
space heater, carefully follow the cautions that come with the
device. Use the proper fuel. Keep doors to the rest of the house
open. Open a window a bit to make sure the room has enough
air for ventilation and proper fuel-burning.
DON’T idle the car in a garage, even if the garage door is open.
Fumes can build up quickly in the garage and enter your
home.
DON’T use a gas oven to heat your home, even for a short time.
DON’T ever use a charcoal grill indoors, even in a fi replace.
DON’T sleep in a room with an unvented gas or kerosene space
heater.
DON’T use gasoline-powered engines in enclosed spaces
(mowers, weed trimmers, snow blowers, chain saws, small
engines or generators.)
DON’T ignore symptoms, especially if more than one person feels
ill. You could lose consciousness and die if you do nothing.
Carbon monoxide is known as the “Silent Killer” and is the leading cause of accidental poisoning deaths in America.
CO poisoning takes almost 500 lives each year and causes more than 15,000 visits to hospital emergency rooms.
If you want more information about reducing risks from CO poisoning, contact the Environmental Protection Agency’s
information service at 1-800-438-4318 or the Consumer Product Safety Commission at 1-800-638-2772.

Pueblo of Jemez Red Rocks Reporter January 2009 Page 6
SOCIAL SERVICES
When Words Hurt: Recognizing Verbal Abuse
By Carol Vigil, Family Advocate, Domestic Violence Prevention Program
Domestic Violence is a process of psychological intimidation.
Even strong, competent people can be controlled by a
domestic partner. Domestic violence often begins with verbal
and emotional abuse and can escalate to physical abuse. The
threats and humiliation can be more significant and longer-lasting
than bruises and broken bones.
When Words Hurt
There are many types of verbal abuse. They include many
behaviors that people who experience them easily recognize,
including:
Withholding. Withholding happens when one partner chooses
not to share or discuss his or her thoughts, feelings, opinions,
hopes and dreams and to remain silent and aloof
toward the other partner. This type of verbal abuser may
go for months without attempting to engage his partner in
meaningful interaction.
“Jokes.” These remarks are not made in jest. Real jokes make
people laugh, these “jokes” make people hurt. Demeaning
comments disguised as jokes often mock the partner’s intellectual
abilities or competency. These remarks cut to the
quick, touching the most sensitive areas.
Trivializing. Trivializing comments say that what the victim
has done or expressed is insignificant; nothing the victim
says or does is important or meaningful. This type of abuse
is often difficult to detect, as it can be very subtle. The victim
is left feeling depressed and frustrated, but may not be
sure why. The victim’s comments or suggestions get little
attention or acknowledgement.
Judging and Criticizing. Usually abusive remarks are said in
a judgmental tone. Remarks and comments that negate
or discount a partner’s feelings are: “The trouble with you
is…” “You’re never satisfied.” … “You’re too sensitive.”…
“You don’t know what you’re talking about.”
Blocking and Diverting. This type of verbal abuse controls
communication. The abuser establishes what can and can
not be discussed and determines when the conversation is
finished. Examples of blocking are: “You think you know
it all.”… “That’s a lot of bunk.”… “Just drop it.”… “Who
asked you?” …”Where did you get such a stupid idea?”
Other types of verbal abuse include name-calling, threatening,
denying responsibility, undermining and ordering. All abusive
behavior interferes with normal, healthy interaction and
show a deep lack of respect for individual thoughts, feelings
and opinions.
Why Is It So Hard
To LEAVE An Abusive Relationship?
There are many reasons that a victim does not or can
not leave an abusive relationship. If you know someone in an
abusive relationship who is not willing to leave the situation, try
to understand what is behind that decision. Understanding and
compassion can be the best support you can offer.
Fear and Trauma
► Threats that the abuser will hurt or kill the victim if she/he
leaves.
► The memory and trauma of past violent events when the victim
tried to leave.
► Threats that the abuser will take the children.
► Threats to harm another family member or pet.
► The victim may be disabled by symptoms of post traumatic
stress disorder (PTSD), such as sleep disorders, depression,
irritability and diffi culty concentrating or completing tasks in
response to previous violent incidents.
Lack of Resources
The victim may lack or believe she/he lacks necessary
resources such as:
► Reliable transportation.
► Childcare.
► Employment.
► Health care and insurance.
► Access to community resources.
► Shelters with services and hours for working women.
► Support from friends and families.
► Control over family fi nances.
Family Responsibilities and Values
► Wanting the children to have both parents.
► Wanting to be a good spouse/partner.
► Not wanting to disappoint other family members.
Emotions and Beliefs
► The hope and the belief that the abuser will change.
► A deep commitment and love for their partner.
► Religious beliefs regarding marriage.
► Lowered self-esteem.
► Confusion.
► Depression or anxiety.
► Feelings of guilt and or shame.
Resource: New Mexico Coalition Against Domestic Violence
If you need help — or if you know someone who does —
please contact the Social Services
Domestic Violence Program at (575) 834-7117.
All calls are strictly confidential!

Pueblo of Jemez Red Rocks Reporter January 2009 Page 7
COMMUNITY WELLNESS
First Annual Girls’ Night Out
By Kristyn Yepa, RN, Community Health Nurse
Young Jemez women and mothers experienced a warm
heart-to-heart event at the First Annual Girls’ Night Out on
Dec. 20. The women heard strong, powerful women speak
about their experiences battling alcohol and drug abuse, teenage
pregnancy, sexually transmitted diseases and peer pressure.
Native American Youth Empowerment (NAYE) led off with
an entertaining icebreaker with participants shared personal
information, laughed and had a great time eating M & M’s.
Lana Toya, Director of Walatowa Head Start, stressed the
importance of making the right decisions, saying it takes only
one bad decision to lead to alcohol and drug abuse. She shared
how drug abuse ruined her life and changed her into a selfish
person, someone she did not want to be. She is grateful for
her relationship with God and the support from her church to
overcome her addiction. She said her use of drugs and alcohol
not only affected herself, but also her daughter. Lana held nothing
back, speaking about the reality of being addicted to drugs
and alcohol. The young women, mothers and staff all appreciated
Lana’s strength and openness in sharing her story.
The young girls of the Christian rap group Last Call rapped
and sang about their experiences with stressful situations and
how God helped them through difficult times.
Jemez Police Officer Kim Fragua talked about how alcohol
abuse affected her as a child and how it made her the strong
woman she is today. She stressed the importance of getting an
education and continuing to strive for that goal. Kim said her
grandmother’s lessons to be patient and determined helped her
make it through tough times. She also showed a training video
about what it took to become a police officer and talked about
what she has seen at crime scenes that involved alcohol and
Unintentional Injuries and Violence
33% rode with a drinking driver in the previous month.
12% drove after drinking alcohol during the previous month.
11% were victims of dating violence in the previous year.
12% were forced to have sexual intercourse.
Alcohol and Other Drug Use
44% drank alcohol during the previous month.
27% reported episodic heavy drinking during the previous month.
28% drank alcohol before the age of 13 years.
24% used marijuana during the previous month.
15% tried marijuana before the age of 13 years.
11% ever used cocaine.
27% were offered, sold or given an illegal drug on school property during
the previous year.
drug abuse.
Amber Baca spoke
about how tough it is
to be a teenage mom.
She is the mother of
an 18 month-old son
and a senior at New
Futures High School
in Albuquerque. She
told the young women
that it’s extremely difficult
to care for a
(Clockwise, left to right)
Kristyn Yepa, RN, Carol
Vigil and Lana Toya
shared experiences and
advice with participants
at Girls’ Night Out.
Photos by Nichelle Sando.
child while attending school. She thanked her mother for help
raising her son and stressed that having a child at a young age
creates barriers to achieving educational goals.
Kristyn Yepa, RN, JHHS Community Health Nurse, educated
the women about sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).
The group played a game that revealed how easy it is to get
an STD, shocking everyone who participated. Eileen Shendo
shared a recent news story of a Louisiana high school that found
50 students infected with HIV. She told the young women to
protect and respect their bodies and be proud of who they are.
The strong messages stressed saying no to drugs and alcohol,
sex and peer pressure. Mothers were advised to talk to their
daughters about these issues. Open communication between
young women and their female support people will help them
make wiser choices and lead to healthier lives.
We left empowered to be stronger women and to make the
right decisions in our lives, knowing what can happen if we
decide to say yes to drugs, alcohol, sex or other peer pressures.
Did You Know?
These statistics come from the 2007 Youth Risk Behavior Survey given to New Mexico high school students (grades 9 through 12.)
The following information refl ects only responses from female students in New Mexico.
Sexual Behaviors
12% had four or more sex partners.
33% had sexual intercourse during the previous 3 months.
51% did not use a condom during last sexual intercourse.
78% did not use birth control during last sexual intercourse.
20% used alcohol or drugs before last sexual intercourse.
45.7% of New Mexican Native American students (male and female) have
had sexual intercourse.
37.2% of New Mexican Native American students (male and female)
involved alcohol or drug use at last sexual intercourse.
Tobacco Use
60% ever tried cigarette smoking.
24% smoked cigarettes during the previous month.

Walatowa Communit
HAPPY NE
Hello all,
I’m Marcus Wall, a certified
personal trainer for
the Pueblo of Jemez. I am
at the Fitness Center on
Highway 4. I’ve been in
the fitness industry for 10
years. I offer my services
to tribal members, tribal employees
and their families. I am available:
Monday - Wednesday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Thursday
11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Friday
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Scheduled Activities
Circuit Training. Monday and Thursday, 12:15 p.m.
Polymeric Training. Thursday, 5 - 5:30 p.m. This
class is geared for people who want to increase
speed, agility and power, such as high school athletes
or weekend warriors looking for a leg up on
competition. Youth Center.
Men’s Basketball League. Thursday, 6 p.m.
In the future, I would like to start a cardio kickboxing
class at the Youth Center; times and dates are tentative.
This class would be a fun way to get some exercise
in a different environment.
I also offer one-on-one training. To make an
appointment, please call the Fitness Center at (575)
834-7059.
Happy New Year!
Marcus Wall
Certified Personal Trainer
WOMEN’S WELLNESS PROGRAM
The Walatowa Women’s Wellness Program
provides services for women in the community. Most
activities are open to men as well, except conferences.
The program offers conferences, physical activities
and educational events, plus other services which
are coordinated with other tribal programs.
In 2008, we offered numerous events in
collaboration with JHHS programs, including Domestic
Violence Prevention, Diabetes Management and outside
resources:
■ Women’s wellness conferences
■ Pueblo crossroads
■ Fitness challenge
■ Fun run/walks
■ Indoor cycling
■ Aerobics
■ Defined Fitness
memberships
■ Breast cancer awareness
activities
■ Self-defense
■ Cooking classes
■ Women’s support group
Plans for 2009
■ Conferences
■ Health-related education
■ Physical activities
■ Defined Fitness memberships
All events are designed for community members,
so join us and support the services we provide. If you
have any questions, comments or suggestions about
events or activities you want offered, call Karen C.
Toya at 834-7059 or stop by the Fitness Center.
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Friday
Phone (575) 834-0067
The Walatowa Youth Center, the JHHS Diabetes Program and Native Vision are working together to bring
academics and athleticism to the Youth Center. Ventura Lavato of Native Vision will be here on Mondays during
the After School Club. Her classes will focus on traditional values and customs and instruction on different kind
of athletic games.
We are very proud of this partnership and look forward to providing more events, camps and classes for the
community. Basketball Mini Camp is scheduled for March 14 and 15, 2009. Native Visions will host professional
NBA and collegiate players who will coach the camp.
Photos and preliminary layout by Northbear Fragua.

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After School Club
The Walatowa Youth Center offers this program for all Pueblo youth who are not participating in afterschool
programs at the schools they attend. The After School Club meets Monday through Wednesday starting
at 3:30 p.m. until 5 p.m. Transportation home will be provided.
Bike Club
Every Tuesday from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Open to all community
members. This is a great way for families to have fun
together.
Pee-Wee Basketball League
Our Pee-Wee League has to be one of the funniest nights
we have. Our youngest athletes play hard and are always
so full of energy, and the Pee-Wee League is always open
for new enrollment. Games are on Wednesday nights.
5 year-olds 6:00 p.m.
6 year-olds 6:35 p.m.
7 year-olds 7:10 p.m.
8 year-olds 7:45 p.m.
The goal of the Pee-Wee League is to teach the fundamentals
of basketball and good sportsmanship, and
not to emphasize points, winning or losing.
Co-ed Volleyball Night/Women’s Basketball League
The Walatowa Youth Center and the Walatowa Diabetes Program are working together to bring this event
to adults and teens in the community. This program is designed to promote fitness and create a fun environment
for all fitness levels. Women’s Basketball League will alternate with volleyball. Games are Mondays from
6 to 9 p.m.
YOUTH SERVICES SPONSORED EVENTS
1. Summer recreation programs
2. After School Homework Club
3. After School Bike Club
4. Evening bike rides for adults
5. Lunch hour bike rides
6. Educational youth conferences
7. Host local schools’ athletic events
8. Host local schools’ Christmas programs
9. Pee Wee leagues
10. Coed volleyball
11. Men’s basketball league
12. Women’s basketball league
13. Collaboration with Native Visions for sports camps
14. Guys’ Night Out
15. Girls’ Night Out
16. Parents’ Resource Night
17. Host JHHS conferences for community
18. Employee bike check-outs
19. National athletic skills competitions
20. Collaboration with Diabetes Management and
Social Services Programs
21. Annual food and coat drives
22. Two Fun Run/Walks each month; collaboration
with Diabetes Program for one Run/Walk
23. Sponsorships of community youth and adults for
athletic events.
Future plans include:
1. Archery Club
2. Outdoor Club
3. Arts And Crafts Club

Pueblo of Jemez Red Rocks Reporter January 2009 Page 10
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Protecting You, Protecting Me
JHHS Behavioral Health Program has launched an innovative
program at San Diego Riverside Charter School (SDRCS)
that teaches youngsters about the dangers of alcohol use. Protecting
You, Protecting Me (PY/PM) was designed by Mothers
Against Drunk Drivers (MADD) as a five-year alcohol prevention
curriculum for students in first through fifth grades. The
curriculum’s goals are to teach children and youth about:
• preventing injury and death from alcohol and drug use.
• preventing injury and death from vehicle-related risks,
especially as passengers when the driver has been drinking.
• developing healthy life skills to maintain physical and emotional
health.
Children at Risk
Research shows that the risk for alcohol and other drug use
skyrockets when children enter the
sixth grade, between the ages of 12 and
13. PY/PM reaches children before
they have fully shaped their attitudes
and opinions about alcohol use.
“To effectively prevent alcohol use
by teenagers, we must reach out to and
educate younger children,” says Stuart
Gachupin, Substance Abuse Counselor,
who is teaching the program at
SDRCS in both Towa and English.
Alcohol and the Brain
“Protecting You, Protecting Me teaches the effects of
alcohol on developing brains in childhood and adolescence,”
says Program Manager Elba True, who also participated in the
program’s training for professionals.
The latest research shows that the developing brain is much
different from an adult brain. Forty science and health based
lessons (eight lessons for each grade) stress that the brains of
children and teens are still maturing. Young brains respond to
alcohol much differently than adults’ brains, putting children at
a greater risk for brain damage that can be permanent. “PY/PM
teaches kids about taking special care of the brain and body as
they grow,” Stuart explains. The curriculum includes:
• the role and importance of the brain.
• brain growth and development.
• the dangers of alcohol exposure to the developing brain.
• the importance of protecting themselves by making good
decisions.
PY/PM also teaches children how to protect themselves in
difficult situations, such as riding with a driver who has been
drinking, whether the driver is a
teen or an adult, even a parent. The
lessons include life skills such as
stress management, resistance strategies,
and dealing with friends,
choices and decisions. Discussions about media awareness focus
on how television and movies portray dangerous activities as
attractive and fun. “What the media doesn’t tell us is what we
need to know,” Stuart says. Group activities, structured discussions,
role-playing, and exploring real life topics and issues are
part of the curriculum and meet educational standards.
“We also talk about how to know what’s safe and what’s not,
and protecting themselves by wearing helmets, using seat belts,
eating healthy foods, and understanding safety rules about
medications,” Stuart adds.
Family Involvement
The program is designed to include family participation,
with regular letters to parents about each week’s lessons. “The
children are taking the information home and teaching their
parents,” Elba says. She describes one nine-year-old who went
home to quiz her parents. “The parents didn’t know as much
about brain development as their child did.”
“A unique feature of this program is the participation of
youth offenders act as mentors for the younger children,” Elba
adds. “The teen mentors get a lot from the program as well,
and acting as role models has a positive affect on their own
behaviors.” This will be the next phase of PY/PM that will be
implemented in the future.
The SDRCS students are enthusiastic about the project.
“Their eyes just light up when Stuart comes in,” Elba says, adding
that the principal considers him a key member of the staff.
For more information, contact Stuart Gachupin or Elba True
at the Jemez Behavioral Health Program at (575) 834-7258.
PROTECTING YOU/PROTECTING ME SUCCESSES
PY/PM has been very effective in more than 3,500 schools across the
country. Participating students demonstrated:
• 51% increase in vehicle safety skills.
• 56% increase in knowledge about the brain.
Equally significant, high school students involved in teaching the
curriculum showed:
• 45% reduction in beer use.
• 42% reduction in wine cooler use.
• 72% reduction in binge drinking.
• 32% increase in perception of the dangers of underage
alcohol use.

Pueblo of Jemez Red Rocks Reporter January 2009 Page 11
From The Doctor’s Desk
By Gregory L. Darrow, MD, Jemez Health Clinic Medical Director
Everyone needs periodic health
screenings as they get older. Unfortunately,
men often neglect getting necessary
tests.
We want everyone to live a full and
healthy life. We know that if patients are
well-informed, they are more likely to get
the tests they need. So with that in mind,
let’s talk about the tests men need and
when they need them.
Routine Physical Exams
Men should get routine physical
exams about every three years until age
50. Then he needs an exam every 1-3
years until he’s 65. A yearly physical is
recommended for men over 65.
These exams are important because
they allow problems to be discovered
early so treatment can start.
Cholesterol
We know that cholesterol problems
are common here at the Jemez Health
Clinic. In fact, cholesterol and diabetes
tend to run hand-in-hand.
Men should have their cholesterol
levels checked every five years starting
at age 35. Men who have significant other
risk factors (such as parents or siblings
with high cholesterol or diabetes) should
begin cholesterol screenings at age 20.
The JHHS Public Health Program
offers free cholesterol screenings at various
community sites through the year.
Or come in to the Jemez Health Clinic
for a quick blood test.
Men’s Health Issues
Colon Cancer
No one wants to talk about colon
cancer screening. Many people are embarrassed
or would rather not deal with this
important issue. Yet colon cancer is
preventable if caught early. We know
that most colon cancer comes from small
polyps (little growths within the colon.)
But these little polyps don’t usually cause
symptoms in early stages. If the patient
waits to see a doctor until symptoms
appear – blood in bowel movements,
abdominal pain or weight loss – many
times it’s too late to cure the cancer. That’s
why screenings are recommended, even if
you have no symptoms.
Men should have annual rectal examinations
at age 50 to check for blood in
the stool. The prostate gland can also be
checked at the same time.
The colon must be examined with a
flexible scope starting at age 50. If the
scope shows a normal colon, the exam
may not need to be repeated for 10 years.
If something abnormal is found, the
exam may need to be repeated sooner.
Prostate
Prostate problems are very common
as men age. Symptoms can include having
to get up at night to urinate, a feeling
of not emptying the bladder completely,
dribbling of urine when you think you’re
done, and feelings of fullness in the center
of the lower abdomen.
The prostate gets bigger as men age,
and sometimes urine flow can be significantly
slowed. Checking the prostate each
year can tell the doctor if a man needs
medicine to shrink the gland and allow
better urine flow. Checking can also find
nodules (growths in the prostate) that
could be serious. The doctor might suggest
a PSA (prostate specific antigen)
blood test to help with the diagnosis.
HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
Blood Pressure
Blood pressure problems also develop
more frequently as we get older. It’s very
important for men to have their blood
pressure checked each year and know
their numbers.
Normal blood pressure is 120/80 or
lower. If the blood pressure reading is
between 120 and 139 for the top number
and between 80 and 89 for the bottom
number, the person has “pre-hypertension”
and needs regular blood pressure
checks to make sure it’s not getting worse.
Blood pressure between 140 and 159 for
the top number or between 90 and 99
for the bottom number means the person
has high blood pressure. The patient
needs treatment that includes lifestyle
changes and possibly medication.
Immunizations
Even as we get older, it’s still important
to get our “shots.” Flu shots are
recommended each year for people of all
ages. Getting a pneumonia shot is also
important, especially for men over age
65. The new vaccination for shingles is
an important way to prevent this painful
condition in people who have had
chickenpox. Tetanus boosters are recommended
every 10 years.
“It’s very important to take good care
of yourself so you can be strong for your
family and enjoy your life,” Dr. Darrow
says. “One of the best things you can
do for yourself is to form a partnership
with your health care provider to get the
screenings you need and identify any
problems that could get in the way of
your health.”
“At the Jemez Health Center, we’re
ready to help. It’s always a pleasure to
serve you,” Dr. Darrow adds.

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Plan Your Clinic Visit for Shorter Wait Times
VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION
JVR News
Jemez Vocational Rehabilitation Program (JVR) is implementing
a new way to track consumers’ progress and meet new
reporting requirements of the Rehabilitation Services Administration
Office of Special Education and Rehabilitation, the
program’s primary funding agency. The new system will give
more complete information about the services needed in the
community, as well as provide more detailed follow-up information
to confirm that cases are closed successfully.
“We’ll be tracking not just the number of people placed in
employment, but also how long they maintain employment,”
explains Program Manager Sarah Michaud. JVR will follow up
“Walk-Ins Welcome” at the Jemez Health Clinic is working
well. The average waiting time is 16 minutes, with some
patients waiting less and some waiting longer. However, the
graph at right shows that the time of day patients come to the
clinic may affect how long they can expect to wait.
Peak hours, when waiting times are greatest, happen first
thing in the morning, at lunch hour and at the end of the day.
Medical Director Dr. Gregory Darrow suggests that, if possible,
patients should avoid coming in at the peak hours.
“We encourage patients to come at the less busy hours,” says
Dr. Darrow. “The best times to visit are between 10:30 a.m. and
12:30 p.m. and also between 1:30 and 3:30 p.m.”
In addition, Dr. Darrow discourages patients from delaying
their visits to the clinic until the very end of the business day.
“Unless it’s absolutely necessary to come late in the day, please
come early. People who expect to have blood work or X-rays
should make special effort come to the clinic earlier in the day,
since after 3:30 p.m. some of these services may not be available,”
Dr. Darrow explains.
If you have any questions, please call the Health Clinic at
(575) 834-7413.
WAIT TIMES THROUGH THE DAY
Best Times for
Clinic Visits
Best Times for
Clinic Visits
at three-, six- and nine-month intervals after a job placement to
ensure that consumers continue to meet their employment or
educational goals and to gauge the placements’ success.
“Our program is now being held to the same standards as
Projects with Industries’ grants that operate in more urban areas
and are not tribal-based,” Sarah says. “We will look beyond how
many people are placed in jobs to assess how successful those
placements are and how prepared individuals are for advancing
in their chosen fields.”
The JVR staff is always available to help tribal members
with disabilities find appropriate jobs, start a business or return
to school. “Our goal is always to help our consumers become as
independent and self-sufficient as possible,” Sarah says.
For more information about the JVR program or to apply
for services, stop by the office behind the tribal administration
building, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m.- noon and 1 - 5
p.m or phone (575) 834-0012.
JVR consumers always have handmade gifts for sale at the JVR office. These
items were on display at the Health Center in time for holiday shopping.
Disabilities Awareness Conference
The 11th Annual Disabilities Awareness Conference is scheduled for
Tuesday, March 17, 2009 at the Youth Center. Community members
are invited to help plan this year’s event. Please call the JVR at (575)
834-0012 to register for the conference or get involved with planning.

Pueblo of Jemez Red Rocks Reporter January 2009 Page 13
POLICE DEPARTMENT HONORS
JEMEZ PUBLIC OFFICIALS
During the Christmas holiday, Chief of Police Karl Wiese and Lieutenant
Mike Toya presented appreciation awards to New Mexico State Representative
and 2006 Governor Roger Madalena and 2008 Sandoval County
Commissioner and First Lieutenant Governor Joshua Madalena on behalf
of the Pueblo of Jemez Police Department.
Representative Roger Madalena acquired funding from the state
legislature to purchase, install and equip the new Law Enforcement
building at 011 Bear Head Canyon Road. Commissioner Joshua
Madalena acquired and presented the department with funding
to purchase laptop computers and other emergency equipment for
department patrol vehicles.
“I wanted to recognize these public servants not only for their
monetary assistance to the Pueblo of Jemez Police Department, but
also for their overall commitment to the law enforcement profession
in Sandoval County,” said Chief Wiese, who has been with the
department since October of 2005. “Both men have been financially
and vocally supportive of the law enforcement agencies in
Sandoval County. We are proud to have them as our representatives
and we wanted them to know that their commitment did not go
unnoticed. Every time we go into our building or use one of our
vehicles, we are reminded of their contributions.”
TRIBAL ENROLLMENT
Re-Enrollment Process Update
LAW ENFORCEMENT
To honor his service to the community, First Lt. Governor Joshua Madalena
(center above) accepts his award from Police Chief Karl Wiese and Lt. Mike Toya.
State Representative Roger Madalena (center right) receives his award from
Wiese and Toya.
“The re-enrollment process is going smoothly,” says Program
Manager Matilda Shendo, adding that 104 applications
for tribal membership were approved by the Tribal Council and
Governors in December. About 600 applications have been
issued.
“I want to encourage people who are affected by the 1975
Base Roll to come in and pick up applications for their children,”
Matilda says. “It’s very important to get this process
going.”
The Enrollment Office cannot issue Certificates of Indian
Blood (CIBs) unless the applicant’s tribal membership has been
approved.
New CIBs are being created and submitted for the Governor’s
signature for tribal members who were automatically
enrolled (those born before Dec. 31, 1975 and whose names
appear on the Base Roll.) These CIBs are being issued alphabetically;
Alberta Sando and Matilda are about one-third of the
way through the alphabet.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact
the Enrollment Office at (575) 834-0056.
Thank You Family and Friends
Many thanks to family and friends who, without hesitation, supported Cyrus Toya on his trip to Richmond,
VA on Dec. 13, 2008. This was his first participation in the Junior Olympics.
“It was a challenge for him but he was very motivated and proud that he had made it this far,” says proud
mom Nadia Toya. Out of 217 runners in his age group, Cyrus placed 54 th , with a time of 12:11 in the 3K run.
“May the Creator bless you all in 2009.”

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ENERGY-SAVING TIPS
USE YOUR FIREPLACE WISELY
By Gloria Fragua, Energy Coordinator
When you cozy up next to a crackling fi re on a cold winter
day, you probably don’t realize that your fi replace is one of the
least effi cient heat sources you can use. “It literally sends your
energy dollars right up the chimney along with lots of warm
air,” says Energy Coordinator Gloria Fragua.
Fireplace Tips
If you never use your fi replace, plug and seal the chimney
fl ue.
Keep your fi replace damper closed unless a fi re is going.
Keeping the damper open is like keeping a window wide
open; it allows warm air to go right up the chimney.
When you use the fi replace, reduce heat loss by opening
dampers in the bottom of the fi rebox or open the nearest
window slightly and close doors leading into the room.
Lower the thermostat to between 50 and 55 degrees.
Install tempered glass doors and a heat-air exchange
system that blows warmed air back into the room.
Check the seal on the fl ue damper and make it as snug as
possible.
Add caulking around the fi replace hearth.
Long-Term $avings
Install a new energy-effi cient furnace to save money over the
long term. Look for ENERGY STAR and EnergyGuide labels.
For more information about saving energy and money,
contact Gloria Fragua, Energy Coordinator, at the Senior
Center or call her at (575) 834-3102.
NEWS YOU CAN USE
DTV at the Pueblo of Jemez
Are you confused about the planned conversion to
digital TV (DTV)?
A Town Hall meeting is planned at the Senior Center for
community members with questions and concerns about the
broadcasting change that will affect all television signals starting
Feb. 17.
Dan Abeyta, Assistant Chief, National Environmental
Policy Act (NEPA) Adjudications, at the Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) will discuss the DTV transition and
answer questions.
At the presentation, Abeyta will have a TV, converter box
and an antenna all set up on a table. “I will show participants
how to connect the converter box to their TVs and antennas,”
Mr. Abeyta explains.
The presentation and demonstration are followed by a
question and answer session. Informational materials will be
provided and Abeyta will be available to help senior citizens
apply for their free TV converter box coupons, valued at $40
each; there is a limit of two coupons per household. The entire
session takes no more that 1-2 hours.
The meeting date is tentatively set for Wednesday, Jan. 28 at
6:30 p.m. at the Senior Center. To confirm the date and time,
contact Frank Loretto, Telecommunications Administrator, at
(575) 834-7359.
TRANSPORTATION
New Wheels Transport JHHS Patients and Clients
Transportation Program Manager Martha Vigil (front left),
and drivers Flora Chinana (front right), Imogene Shendo (rear
left), and Pamela Tosa (rear right), take a moment to enjoy the
comfortable seats in one of the program’s new vans. They are available
to take Walatowa residents for medical services as arranged
by Jemez Health & Human Services health care providers.
If you need transportation for health services outside of
Jemez, ask the JHHS staff person who is making the
appointment or referral to complete a Transportation
Request Form. The completed form will be sent to
the Transportation Program and they will schedule
your ride..

Pueblo of Jemez Red Rocks Reporter January 2009 Page 15
NEWS YOU CAN USE
Getting Ready for the Digital TV Transition
Federal law requires that all full-power television stations stop
broadcasting in analog format and broadcast only in digital format
(DTV) after Feb. 17, 2009. TV stations in all US markets currently
broadcast in both analog and digital formats.
If you have an analog television that receives free over-the-air
TV programming with an outdoor antenna or “rabbit ears” on the
TV, you will need to take some action so you can continue to watch
programs from full-power TV stations. You will need to either:
Buy a digital television (a TV with a built-in digital tuner) or
Get a “digital-to-analog converter box” for your analog TV that
converts digital signals to analog signals.
If you use a cable or satellite provider for your television,
you will not have to make any changes; you will be able to view
digital broadcasts on your analog set.
If you have reception problems, the following tips from the
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) may help solve them.
Try Using Your Existing Antenna First
First, you should know that if your television now receives good
reception on analog channels 2-51 with a broadcast antenna, it
should be able to receive DTV signals, including high defi nition
television (HDTV) signals, with the same antenna. You do not need
to purchase a “DTV antenna” or an “HDTV antenna” to receive DTV
or HDTV signals. However, if you use a digital-to-analog converter
box, you will still need to use an antenna to receive DTV signals.
Before making any changes to your current antenna system,
check to see if it will receive the digital signals broadcast in your
area. Connect your existing antenna to either a digital television or
a digital-to analog converter box connected to an analog TV. Make
sure the TV is set up to receive over-the-air broadcasts (that is, it’s
not connected to a cable or satellite provider.) It may be helpful to
perform a “channel scan;” your TV will automatically check to see
which stations it can receive. In many cases, this is all you need to
do to watch digital TV broadcasts.
For Help With Reception Problems
During the transition to digital TV, many stations are temporarily
operating at reduced power levels. If you are not receiving some
digital TV stations, this does not necessarily mean there is a
problem with your antenna or receiver. Check with the station
to fi nd out if they plan changes that will improve reception.
When an analog TV signal is weak or receives interference,
static, snow and distortion will often appear on the screen,
but you can watch the picture through the noise. Digital
broadcasting will provide a clear picture even with a weak
signal and interference. However, if the digital signal falls
below a certain minimum strength, the picture can suddenly
disappear. This “cliff effect” means that if you usually watch
analog TV stations that have a lot of static and distortion, you
may have to adjust or upgrade your antenna system to get a
reliably good signal for digital broadcasts.
TV reception can be affected by terrain, trees, buildings, the
weather (rain, wind, humidity), and damaged or deteriorated
equipment. Often digital reception can be improved just by
changing the location of your current antenna. Moving it away
from other objects and structures, or placing it higher can often
improve reception.
Many antennas need to be oriented or aimed to get the best
signal. For indoor antennas, you may need to do this by trial
and error. For outdoor antennas, a rotor that re-orients the
antenna can improve performance, especially when trying to
receive stations that transmit from different locations.
Television stations broadcasting in digital use both the VHF
band (channels 2-13) and UHF band (channels 14-51). Many
indoor antennas use “rabbit ears” for the VHF band and a
“loop” or “bow-tie” antenna for the UHF band. Make sure you
are using an antenna that covers both the VHF and UHF bands
and have connected it properly.
Simple indoor antennas, such as rabbit ears, provide minimal
performance that may or may not be right for your location. If
you can’t get good reception with your current indoor antenna,
you may want to get one that has features for better reception
of UHF signals and/or an amplifi er to boost the signal. These
are often called “active” indoor antennas.
Generally, outdoor antennas get better reception than indoor
antennas. If you already have an outdoor antenna and get good
reception from VHF and UHF channels, your antenna should
work fi ne for digital television.
The performance of outdoor antennas can degrade over time
due to weather exposure. If you have problems, check for loose
or corroded wiring and broken antenna elements and make
sure the antenna is pointed in the right direction.
Try to keep the length of wire between your antenna and digital
receiver as short as possible for best reception.
You can use a single antenna to provide digital broadcasts
to several TVs. However, each analog TV connected to your
antenna will need its own digital-to-analog converter box to
view digital broadcast programming.
“Splitters” that connect a single antenna to several receivers
reduce the amount of signal to each receiver. If you have
problems, check if reception improves without the splitter.
An “active” splitter that includes an amplifi er may solve the
problem.
If you are near a broadcast tower, “signal overload” can interfere
with reception. Using an “attenuator” or removing amplifi ers
may improve reception.
For more information about the DTV transition, go to www.dhr.gov or contact the FCC by e-mail to dtvinfo@fcc.gov; or phone (888) CALL-FCC ([888]
225-5322) voice or (888) TELL-FCC ([888] 835-5322) TTY; or write to Federal Communications Commission, Consumer and Governmental Affairs
Bureau, Consumer inquiries and Complaints Division, 445 12th Street, SW, Washington. DC 20554

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Save the Date!
Thursday, Jan. 1. Medicare Part B Open Enrollment starts,
continues through March. If you will be 65 years old in 2009,
you must enroll for benefi ts during this time period. For more
information, contact Lisa Maves at (575) 834-3059.
Tuesday, Jan. 13. Free GED Preparation Classes start. Tuesdays
and Thursdays; afternoon session, 3 - 5 p.m.; evening session,
7 - 9 p.m.; child care provided. Call the Education Department,
(575) 834-9102 for more information.
Thursday, Jan. 15. Pueblo of Jemez College Scholarship
applications and supporting documents due to the Education
Department.
Tuesday, Jan. 27. Annual training by the tribal attorney for the
Governor, Lt. Governors, Tribal Sheriff, Fiscales and Aides. 6
p.m. at the Visitor Center.
Wednesday, Jan. 28. DTV Conversion Town Hall Meeting, 6:30
p.m. at the Senior Center. To confi rm date and time, contact
Frank Loretto at (575) 834-7359. (See page 14.)
Monday, Feb. 2. Family Circle Project 2009 session begins.
Tuesday, Feb. 3. School Board election. Absentee ballots accepted
through Jan. 30. Call Native American Election Information
Program (NAEIP) at (505) 934-8826 or (800) 895-2124 for
information or to request an absentee ballot.
Thursday, Feb. 5. Prenatal/Childbirth classes start. 6 p.m. Towa
Board room. Refreshments served. Dads welcome! Call Mildred
Toya at (575) 834-3164 for more information.
Sunday, March 14 and Monday, March 15. Basketball Mini Camp
with Native Visions. NBA and collegiate players will coach.
Contact the Youth Center at 834-0067 for more information.
Tuesday, March 17. JVR Disabilities Awareness Conference.
9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Fun Run/Walk at 7:30 a.m. Youth Center
Wednesday, April 22. JVR Job Fair. 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
COMMUNITY WELLNESS
Mondays and Thursdays. Circuit Training. 12:15 p.m. Fitness
Center.
Mondays. Co-ed Volleyball alternates with Women’s Basketball
League. 6 - 9 p.m. Youth Center.
Mondays through Wednesdays. After School Club. Transportation
home will be provided. 3:30 - 5 p.m. Youth Center.
Tuesdays. Bike Club for children, youth and adults. 3:30 p.m. -
5 p.m.
Wednesdays. Pee-Wee Basketball League starting at 6 p.m.
Youth Center.
Thursdays. Polymeric Training. 5 - 5:30 p.m. Youth Center.
Thursdays. Men’s Basketball League. 6 p.m. Youth Center.
Pueblo of Jemez
4417 Highway 4
Box 100
Jemez Pueblo, NM 87024
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Jemez Pueblo, NM 87024