Issue 16 - Ak-Chin Indian Community

Maricopa, Arizona Volume XXVII, Issue 16 August 16 - September 5, 2013Back to SchoolFor students attending Maricopa UnifiedSchool District schools and Charter Schools inthe city, it was back into school mode as classesbegan during the first weeks of August.Students just graduating preschools, finallygot the opportunity to ride the big school buswith their siblings, other family members, andfriends.Jr. High graduates were taking that big stepinto high school, where you have more worriesof making an impression and not humiliatingyourself.For high school graduates continuing theireducation to vocational schools, Jr. Colleges,or Universities, it was time to focus on theircareers and future professions.Right: Students from Ak-Chin prepare to get onthe bus for their first day of school at MaricopaElementary School.Ak-Chin Tribal Council members attend Obama visit to PhoenixStory & Photo by R. MiguelPresident Barack Obama visited thealley of the Sun and members of thek-Chin Tribal Council; which included;hairman Louis Manuel, Jr. Councilmanerry Enos, and Councilwoman Deliaarlyle; were in attendance as Presidentbama spoke to a crowd of over ahousand attendees at Desert Vista Highchool in Ahwatukee. The Presidentpoke about his economic recovery plan,he country’s recovering housing market,nd the potential of closing Fannie Mae,reddie Mac, and other governmentponsored mortgage lenders.Other dignitaries in attendancencluded state officials and Tribal leadersrom Salt River, Gila River, Pasquaaqui, Tohono O’odham, Navajo Nation,nd San Carlos.“Hello Phoenix. Hello Arizona” saidhe President to a roaring ovation. “Were so glad to be here.” Before addressinghe crowd any further, President Obamaade it a priority to recognize Unitedtates Secretary of Urban Housing andevelopment, Shawn Donovan whohe President acknowledged, “has beenghting for homeowners and workingamilies every single day.”The President also recognized otherongressmen, Mayors, Tribal Leaders,nd State Legislators who were inttendance.Prior to his Arizona stop, theresident visited other states promotinghat he feels needs to be done to securebetter bargain for the middle class. Heaid that a national strategy to make surehat everybody who works hard has achance to succeed in the 21st century isneeded. He also stated that the countryhas fought back from a four and a halfrecession, which included a brokenhealth care system and housing marketthat was in a decline.Part of his recovery plan includedchanging the tax code which had becometilted in favor of the wealthy Americansat the expense of working middle class.“We saved the oil industry. We’ve gotGM who plans to hire 1,000 employeesright next door in Chandler,” Obamapointed out. “We’ve created 7 millionjobs over the past 41 months…we’reselling more products made in Americanto the rest of the world than ever beforeand our exports are way up.”The President also acknowledgedthat America, during his tenure, “weproduce more renewable energy thanever, and more natural gas than anyone.Health Care costs are growing at theslowest rate in 50 years. And our deficitsare falling at the fastest rate in 60 years.”According to the President, phonyscandals, distractions, and politicalplastering, for the past year and half,has shifted away from plans to shore upmiddle class families and create laddersof opportunities for them.“We have to build a cornerstone forwhat it means to be middle class,” hesaid. “A good job with good wages, ahome to call your own, a good education,an affordable health care that’s therefor you when you get sick, a secureretirement even if you’re not rich, and theopportunity for people to work their wayinto middle class status.”During his speech, the Presidentdefined stages for preventing anotherforeclosure crisis. His plans includeallowing current homeowners torefinance at current mortgage rates andgetting new qualified first-time buyersinto the housing market.He called for Congress to fix thenation’s old mortgage finance systemPage 2Page 3Page 4Page 5INSIDE THIS ISSUEWishesElder NewsCommunity GatheringHDS Newsand shut down government backedFannie Mae and Freddie Mac; companieswho the President feels were allowed tomake huge profits by buying mortgagesknowing that if things went bad thetaxpayers would be left to fit the bill.Before departing for the afternoon,the President made his way through thecrowd for pictures and handshakes.President Barack Obama speaks to supporters at Desert Vista High School inAhwatukee during a brief stop in Arizona.Page 6Page 7Page 8Page 10GED GraduatesLibrary NewsSportsDepartment Updates

4 August 16 - September 5, 20134NOTICE ANDREQUEST FOR PROPOSALSDISTRIBUTED ANTENNA SYSTEMDESIGN AND CONSTRUCTIONThe Ak-Chin Indian Community, Maricopa Arizona is seeking Proposalsfrom qualified Design-Build Contractors for services relating to the of thenew Distributed Antenna System (“DAS”) for the Ultra Star Multi-Tainmentcomplex located at 16000 Maricopa Road, Maricopa, AZ 85139; Harrah’sAk-Chin Casino, Tower and Resort Hotels located at 15406 N. MaricopaRoad, Maricopa, AZ 85139; and the Ak-Chin Multi-Purpose Justice Complexlocated at 45525 W. Farrell Road, Maricopa, AZ 85139.Request for Proposal (“RFP”) instruction and information package and relatedinformation may be obtained from the Ak-Chin Indian Community PurchasingDepartment, 42507 West Peters & Nall Road, Maricopa, Arizona 85138, andmay be requested via fax: (520) 568-1040 Attention: Judith Purcell, PurchasingManager or electronic mail using jpurcell@ak-chin.nsn.us.The design period for this project is anticipated to be 60 calendar days.Proposals are due on or before 2:00 p.m. MST on Tuesday, August 27, 2013.It is anticipated that the Ak-Chin Indian Community will make an award orreject all proposals received in response to this request at a regular councilmeeting. However, the Ak-Chin Indian Community, at its discretion, maypostpone said action for such time as the Community Council designates. Inaddition, the Ak-Chin Indian Community may choose not to move forwardafter Conceptual Design is completed or postpone going further into designDevelopment Phases of the project.Title to all final documents, including drawings, specifications, data reports,summaries, correspondence, photographs and any other materials with respectto work performed shall vest with the Ak-Chin Indian Community at suchtime as Ak-Chin Indian Community has compensated the Design-Build Firmfor the services rendered.RETRACTIONSThe Runner would like to sincerely apologize for erroneouslyidentifying the following people in its last issue;Cesselea Thepkaisone and Juan Medina.Thank you to those who promptly brought this to our attention.Adam Saks of UltraStar Multi-Tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle givesCongresswoman Ann Kirkpatrick a tour of the center during a recent stop in Ak-Chin. Also in attendance were Ak-Chin Tribal Councilmember Terry Enos (far left)and Chairman Louis Manuel, Jr. (far right).Congresswoman Ann Kirkpatricktours UltraStar Story & Photo by R. MiguelCongresswoman Ann Kirkpatrickwho represents the counties of Coconino,Apache, Navajo, Graham and Greenlee,recently made a stop in Ak-Chin.Before meeting with Ak-ChinTribal Council Members; ChairmanLouis Manuel, Jr., Councilman TerryEnos, and Councilwoman Delia Carlyle,Congresswoman Kirkpatrick was ableto tour UltraStar with Council andUltraStar Manager Adam Saks.The first stop was movie theatreswhere the Congresswoman was able toview first hand the variety of theatresUltraStar had to offer such as a VIProom and 21 and over area.Before entering Grill 347,Congresswoman Kirkpatrick was ableto taste ice cream at the Corner Cafe.Other areas of interest forKirkpatrick were the Urban Arena LaserTag, 10 Pins Down bowling alley, andthe Lux Lounge.Of special interest was the DBoxseat in the main lounge which had theCongresswoman get a firsthand feel ofthe motion chairs that are available.Children will become safer,healthier, and more productivecitizens on September 21st, 2013Saturday, September 21st, 2013, is the sixth annual “Kids Day Maricopa”.The event promotes Health, Safety, and Environmental Awareness. Dr JohnA. Donohue will be hosting and coordinating the event from 10:00 am until4:00 pm at Maricopa Wells Middle School 45012 West Honeycutt Ave. TheMayor has signed a proclamation dedicating the 3 rd Sat of Sept. as “KidsDay” in the city of Maricopa. Representative Steve Smith, Mayor ChristianPrice, Supervisor Tony Smith, County Attorney Lando Voyles and SheriffPaul Babeu will be in attendance and speaking at the event.Ashlea Anderson, Yolanda Miranda, Cesselea Thepkaisone and AnnaliseManuel get their dance moves on at the Back to School Bash.The event will provide essential information on crime prevention, child safety,and environmental awareness. The Maricopa Police Department will be onhand to provide FREE fingerprinting of all the children along with bringingPolice cars, Police motorcycles and the Sheriff’s K-9 Dog Unit. Additionally,there will be special appearances by “Smokey Bear”, McGruff the Crime Dogand other loved fire and crime characters.The Maricopa Fire Department is bringing a fire truck and the safety house.They will teach fire safety tips. Ak-Chin Fire will provide car seat safetychecks. Southwest Ambulance will be teaching water safety. Dr. John A.Donohue will provide FREE health screenings, and will be distributing vitalinformation on disease prevention and health promotion. In addition, therewill be Bicycle safety, Drug Awareness with the M.A.S.H. coalition and theCounty Attorney’s Office, Internet safety with Judge Sulley, Healthy Eatingand Exercise will be taught. There will be a Stranger-Danger and Safety demo.D.S.P.A., Maricopa Dance and Desert Star Gymnastics will perform.From left to right: Alyssa Garcia, Juan Medina,Chyenne Anderson, Sandra Shade, Valerie Ruiz,Marvin Shade, Irene Smith, and Lee Smith.Juan Medina and mime.“We will also provide Free balloons, Free food and drink for everyone. Therewill be special Give-aways and Free prize drawings throughout the event!In addition, we are looking to fund children’s programs in Maricopa”, says Dr.John A. Donohue.The event is Free, and this year is especially exciting for Kids Day Maricopa.The clown team Sgt. Pepper & Gooburr will be performing and teaching thechildren about Stranger Danger. “We encourage the entire community to joinDr. John A. Donohue by participating in this unique, fun-filled communityevent!”

5 August 16 - September 5, 20135New HDS ManagerMeet Christine Mazza, the newHarrah’s Development SystemsManager. Recently returning from herhoneymoon, she took time to answersome questions from the Runner.Day you began new role as HDSManager? My official start date was07/19/13.How long have you worked atCaesars Entertainment? 10 years.How long in the gaming industry?15 years.Background: I hold several collegedegrees including 2 Masters Degrees,one of which is in Education.What interested you in leading theHDS Program? I got to know a largegroup of associates when I was theirinstructor for Blackjack School. Theywere able to explain the program tome in depth. They also shared a greatdeal of cultural information with me aswell. I developed a great relationshipwith many of these individuals at thattime and have since then always beenconcerned about their successes.Do you see any changes to theprogram? I am hoping to help theprogram become even more successfulas well as even more involved in theCommunity.HDS Program at Ak-Chin, how caninterested members learn more? Ican be contacted at 480-802-5176 orcmazza@caesars.com.MUSD Achieves a “B” Grade as aSchool DistrictOn August 1, Superintendent ofPublic Instruction John Huppenthanannounced the release of Arizona’s2012-2013 A-F letter grades for allpublic schools and districts in thestate. Letter grades for each schooland district are based on Arizona’sInstrument to Measure Standards(AIMS) test. The AIMS test measuresstudent proficiency of the ArizonaAcademic Content Standards inWriting, Reading, Mathematics, andScience and is required by state andfederal law. Students in grades 3-10are tested each year on the AIMS test.Passage of the tenth grade AIMS testis required for graduation.The Maricopa Unified SchoolDistrict earned a district grade of “B”for 2012-13. Pima Butte Elementarycontinued its streak as an “A” schoolWhen would be the best time tocontact you? I am usually in the officebetween the hours of 8:30am and6:00pm.Recently married, anything youwant to share about that? Just that Ifeel as though I am the most fortunategirl in the world. My husband is themost amazing and supportive man. Heloves that I have taken this job and hesees how happy it has made me to havebeen given this amazing opportunity.Any other comments? I am lookingforward to helping each and everyassociate reach their goals and dreams.I encourage more people to apply forthis wonderful opportunity and I lookforward to getting involved with theCommunity and learning as much asI can.for the fourth consecutive year.The following schools achieved a“B” grade for 2012-13: ButterfieldElementary, Saddleback Elementary,Santa Rosa Elementary, and MaricopaHigh School.Superintendent Chestnutcommented, “The goal of our districtis that we will become an “A” districtand every school will continue to bean “A” school, or will become an“A” school. I am very proud of ourteachers and students for the excellentimprovement on our AIMS testscores.”Both middle schools MaricopaWells and Desert Wind each receiveda “C” ranking, as did Santa Cruz andMaricopa Elementary schools. Tolearn more about the schools, visitwww.azed.gov/ A-F accountability.HDS Associate ProfileGayle YarberryHDS Start Date: August 1, 2011.What is your current job/position:Agave’s Host/Server.Work experience prior to Harrah’s:Ak-Chin Summer Youth (Ak-Chin &Casino), McDonalds (2 years).Area of interest (internship): Tablegames, HR.Reason for applying for andaccepting position as HDS Associate:Better pay. I like the idea of rotatingthroughout every department. I’mgoing to school and HDS works withme so I can keep going to school.Length of rotation/current position:In Agave’s rotation, I will be here fora month.Most memorable “rotation” story?In Warehouse, when I got certifiedto drive the forklift. Everyone waswatching and laughing because I couldnot drive the forklift. I was scared butwith everyone helping me calm down,I got through it.What do you like/enjoy most aboutthe HDS Program? I get to meet newpeople, learn a lot, while working Ican still attend school.What do you least enjoy about theHDS Program? The rotations aresometimes too short.What skill/knowledge have yougained from the HDS Program?How to manage departments (F&B/Facilities), speaking in front of groupsand not being shy anymore.HDS Graduation date? Not sure.I’ve been in HDS for two years andstill have all front of house to finish.Approximately 1-2 years.How has being part of the HDSProgram changed your life/careerpath? I have a different outlook onsome departments, thinking aboutgoing into F&B as a career.Comments or advice for otherscurrently in or interested in theHDS Program? I would say you havea great opportunity being Communitymembers to work your way up to beable to one day run the business. Ifyou’re going or thinking about school,HDS works with you. YOU SHOULDTAKE IT, WELL WORTH IT.Ultimate goal: To finish school, bein Phase 2 by this time next year, andto know everything about running thecasino so I can pass it on to anyone(Community members) willing tolearn about the business.Community MeetingMonday,October 28, 20136pm - 8pmAk-Chin Service Center

6 August 16 - September 5, 20136Higher Education Orientation heldAk-Chin members attending the Higher Education Orientation learn helpfultips and information as they prepare for college and vocational schools.The Ak-Chin Higher EducationScholarship Program held its AnnualStudent Orientation on August 8, 2013at the Service Center. For new Ak-Chin Scholarship recipients, the studentorientation is mandatory as stated in theAk-Chin Higher Education ScholarshipPolicies. Continuing students, recentGED graduates, and students currentlyin the Ak-Chin GED program were alsoinvited to attend orientation.Pam Velasquez (Enrollment/Academic Advisor) welcomed studentsto the orientation and introducedthe day’s agenda. Vivian Saunders,Education Director, welcomed andcongratulated all students awarded forthe 2013-14 Academic Year. She spokeof their advantage of having strongfinancial support for their educationalgoals from the Community, as veryfew Native American tribes are able toprovide so.Special guest AlexandreaSchulte (Northern Ute Tribe, NativeAmerican Professional Golfer)addressed the Higher Education studentsshortly after Education Director, VivianSaunders. She encouraged them tofinish school and “hang in there” whentimes get tough. Ms. Schulte gavecredit to her mother and grandfatherwhom she used as a “driving goal” toobtain her Bachelor of Arts, majoring inCommunications from the University ofArkansas. She left the Ak-Chin HigherEducation students with this message:“Search deep inside yourself to findyour personal goals. Remember whereyou come from and always give back toyour Community any way you can.”After the Higher Educationstudents introduced themselves, reviewof the Ak-Chin Higher EducationPolicies was underway. New/continuing students were familiarizedwith the Higher Education Program’swritten policies page by page. A pausein Policy review occurred at 10:00 amwhen the first of three presentations wasgiven.Tribal Liaison Gene Lambert(Citizen Potawatomi Nation) fromEverest College Phoenix stressed theimportance of Native American studentscompleting higher education to build afoundation for establishing a career thatwill “feed your desires”.Directors Luis Sanchez andElisa Juarez both presented about theirdepartments: Admissions/ Recruitmentstory continues to page 10CONGRATULATIONS!!!To the NEW students of theAk-Chin Higher Education Scholarship Program2013-14 Academic YearConsuelo Alvarez- Juarez - Carrington CollegeAlyssa Garcia - The University of ArizonaJoseph Justin - The University of New MexicoJoe Medina - The Refrigeration SchoolJuan Medina - The Refrigeration SchoolAmbria Valles - Everest College PhoenixStacey Yarberry - College of Southern NevadaGOOD LUCK!!!To ALL students in the Higher Education Scholarship Program for the 13-14 AY(Listed below are Continuing Students from the 2012-13 Academic Year)Ashlea Anderson - Northern Arizona UniversityChyenne Anderson - Scottsdale Community CollegeJennifer Boehm - Arizona State UniversityDawn Fuentes - Haskell Indian Nations UniversityMarlene Garcia - Central Arizona CollegeMiranda Iniestra - Carrington CollegeKevin Ormsby - South Mountain Community CollegeCleo Pablo - Rio Salado Community CollegeSonya Pena - Central Arizona CollegeDeanna Rascon - Central Arizona CollegeValerie Ruiz - Everest College PhoenixCollette Susunkewa - Everest College Phoenix*Other institutions students attending but names not released: Grand Canyon Universityand Universal Technical Institute (UTI)THANK YOU!!!Ak-Chin Indian Community Council for your support of Ak-Chin’s future leadersin their pursuit of Higher Education.**If you see these students please CONGRATULATE them and offer encouragementand support throughout the year!!**Have questions about the Ak-Chin Higher Education Scholarship Program or higher education in general?Please contact Pamela Velasquez at520-568-1291 or PVelasquez@ak-chin.nsn.usTen students graduate from Ak-ChinGED Program in last eight monthsAs students embrace Education alongside familyThe Ak-Chin GED Program hasproduced ten GED graduates in the lasteight months. The most recent graduate,Yvette Oliver, passed the exam onAugust 6th and is currently exploringher options for moving forward withhigher education.Yvette told Ak-Chin GEDInstructor, Desiree Guarino, “I’m happy.I finally got it done.” She later stated,“I think I want to go to CAC.” Yvetteexplained that the close proximity ofthe new Maricopa CAC campus was atop priority as she explored availableYvetteOliverattendedtheHigherEd.OrientationafterearningherGED.options.As an increasing number of Ak-ChinGED students demonstrate success, itseems that family members are takingnotice. A definite trend has becomeapparent within the GED Program inrecent months. More and more familiesare sharing a common drivein pursuing their educationalgoals. While some Ak-Chinmembers come into the GEDoffice and sign-up in pairs,with either a family member,Gwendolyn Lopez-Piloneproudly displays her GED,as well as that of sonAlexander Lopez.Photos by Desiree GuarinoBrand New Community Choir NowForming in MaricopaMaricopa Chorus, abrand new avenue for localsingers to exercise theirtalents, is now forming,heading for the Chorus’sinaugural performance at aDecember Holiday Concertwhich will include the wellknownHallelujah Chorusfrom Handel’s Messiah.Maricopa Chorus will beaccompanied in concertby our local chamberorchestra, Maricopa Music Circle.The City of Maricopa already offersmany ways to express one’s artisticabilities in the visual, theatrical, dance,and orchestral performing arts. But therehas not been a community choir...untilnow.The formation of Maricopa Choruswill bring people together in unique andharmonious ways, because somethingspecial happens when individual voicescombine in song. A community choir is anexcellent example of the truism that “thewhole is greater than the sum of its parts.”John Janzen is the Founder andArtistic Director of the MaricopaJohn Janzensignificant other, or close friend in tow,others join the program after hearing thenews that a family member or friend hasalready taken that plunge.Why does it help to know you’renot in it alone? Recent GED graduate,Ashley Batopis, answer to that questionis simple. “It’s easier to do it with afamily member because they push you.”It certainly worked for the Batopisfamily. Ashley and sister, StephanieBatopis, entered the program together,tested together, and graduated togetheron July 29, 2013. Their successfollowed a mere seven months aftertheir sister, Amy Batopis, achieved herGED in December of 2012, under theinstruction of the program’s previousGED Instructor and CAC staff.The Batopis family was not theonly family to share a graduation datethis July. Gwendolyn Lopez-Pilone andson, Alexander Lopez, also attended theAk-Chin GED program simultaneously,testing at Central Arizona Collegealongside the Batopis sisters on July29. When Ak-Chin GED Instructor,Desiree Guarino asked Gwen whethershe should schedule Alex for the examon the same day as Gwen’s chosen testdate, Gwen responded, “Yes. I don’twant him to end up like me, waiting allthese years.” Gwen’s desire to see herstory continues to page 7Chorus. A Maricoparesident since 2008 and aseasoned choral leader, heholds a Bachelors Degree inChoral Conducting. Beforemoving to Maricopa, Johnconducted church choirsin Minnesota for over adecade and in spring 2013he was Musical Director forthe Maricopa CommunityTheatre’s production of ALittle Shop of Horrors.He is looking for adult voices(SATB) that can read music. Rehearsalsare Monday nights at 7pm and will beginSeptember 9th at Calvary Chapel, 44301W Maricopa-Casa Grande Hwy. Therewill be a $40 seasonal fee. Rehearsalswill be accompanied by accomplishedmusician, Denise Frietas.Interested singers should contactJohn Janzen at janzenjohn@hotmail.com or 520-568-1502. You can alsogo online at https://www.facebook.com/MaricopaChorus and at theMaricopa ARTS Council’s website,maricopaartscouncil.wix.com/maricopaartscouncil.

8 August 16 - September 5, 20138A’s continuewinning waysafter takingsecond in DustyFace TourneyLeft: Kevin Villegas prepares to take acut during tournament action against SanLucy.Right: Ak-Chin’s Samuel Justin holdshis 1st Team All-Tournament trophyafter the team placed second in the DustyFace Tournament in Gila Bend.Story by R. Miguel & Photos by Deidra CarlyleThe Ak-Chin A’s little league squadtook to the diamond in the town of GilaBend in attempts to make another run atcapturing a tournament title prior to theend of the season.The A’s did get to the finals but theirattempts fell short by 4 points as theirrivals, the Chui Chu Cowboys, pinned a4-0 loss on Ak-Chin in the finals of theSan Lucy Wildcats Dusty Face LittleLeague Baseball Tournament.The one day tournament had theA’s matched against the hometownteam, San Lucy Wildcats. Ak-Chin usedstrong defense and timely hitting to pushacross a few runs early before coastingto a 6-1 victory.In the second match, the Cowboysfrom Chui Chu who defeated Ak-Chinin the title game in Ak-Chin a fewweeks before, plated 2 runs early andwithstood any Ak-Chin rally for a 2-0victory.The loss gave Ak-Chin a 1-1 recordas they headed into a third roundmeeting with the Bad News Judams ofthe Tohono O’odham Nation.The Judams and Ak-Chin slugged itout throughout the game, as each teamplated run after run. The A’s pushedacross 6 more runs than the Judams fora 10-6 win.After defeating San Lucy, 6-5, for asecond time in the tournament, Ak-Chinand Chui Chu battled in the finals, whichthe Cowboys won, but not without afight from a tired A’s squad.A 2nd place team trophy wasawarded to Ak-Chin as was a 1st TeamAll-Tournament trophy to Samuel Justinfor his tremendous play throughout thetournament.“I’d like to thank the team for agreat season, everyone did great andimproved as the season went on,” CoachThomas Carlyle said. “I’m lookingforward to next season, because we willbring back just about every player.”Ak-Chin Coach, Thomas Carlyle, holds up the second place trophy after the A’swere defeated in the championship game against rival Chui Chu Cowboys.Ak-Chin Men’s Basketball Team from left: Jose Lopez, James Lopez, Kyle Peters,Adrian Garcia, Alex Lopez, Isaiah Osife, Thomas Carlyle, Isaac Carlyle, and IsaacMiranda. Not pictured: Jessie Estrada and Tommy Jensen. Photo submitted by Monica RubioMaricopa Basketball ChampionsThe Ak-Chin men’s basketball teamcaptured the Maricopa Rotary ClubMen’s Basketball League Tournamentafter defeating the Tempe Shockers, 90-54, in the championship game.The team participated in the twomonth league which began in July. Ak-Chin sported a 4-3 record during theregular season.Other teams participating included;Swoosh, Way Point, and Chocolate City.JULY 2013 RECREATION CALENDARSUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT11 12 13 14 15 1617Co-Ed SoftballLeague Games“She Got Game”Women’s Basketball TournamentAugust 16-18, 2013181920 21 222324All Indian Modified (2 non-Native players per team allowed) Players must be members of a Federallyrecognized Tribe. If questions occur, players must provide Tribal ID or proof of Indian Blood (CIB).Player must be 16 with parental consent.Entry Fee: $200 (non-refundable) cashiers checks or money orderonly (no personal checks)Entry Fee Deadline: August 23, 2013Brackets will be available August 27th.Make Payable to: Colorado Indian TribesMail or Deliver to: CRIT Department of Health & Human ServicesAttn: Linda McCabe12302 Kennedy Dr. Parker, Az 8534425Co-Ed SoftballLeague GamesCo-Ed SoftballLeague TournamentEmployee Volleyball TournamentAugust 20-22, 201326 27 28 29 30 31Co-Ed SoftballLeague Tournament

9 August 16 - September 5, 20139Miss Ak-Chin Health Fair brings vital information for better healthMiss Ak-Chin Holly Antone gets her blood pressure checked as First AttendantBianka Mata looks on. Health is Holly’s platform during her Miss Ak-Chin reign.The SHIFT program under the Gila River Healthcare was at the Health Fair toprovide information for members to get healthy.ABOVE: Daryl Lyn Jay and Stacey Yarberry walkseveral laps inside the gym to earn a free t-shirt.LEFT: Novalee Narcia and Andrea Segundo roll the“health” dice and perform four jumping jacks.L E F T :Thomas“One Love”Yazzies h a r e sinformationat the HealthEducationbooth.New HDS Manager Christine Mazza needs a helpinghand from a HDS Associate and has to look away whilegetting her blood sugar checked.Message from 2013 Miss Ak-Chin“I just want to say “thank you”to everyone who came and made thehealth fair a success! I hope all of yougot something out of it, whether it be theinformational booths or just getting upand walking around the gym.I wanted to put the Health Fairtogether to educate myself and all youcommunity members as well. So just ahuge thank you and I hope you enjoyedit!Feel free to rock your new shirt andwater bottle! I love them!”- Holly Antone - Miss Ak-Chin 2013Community Graduation CelebrationAll Veterans and their familiesare invited to attend the 4th AnnualSaturday, September 21, 2013Salt River Pi-Copa Gymnasium10000 E. McDowell Road, Scottsdale, AZ. 852560530Blessing and Cleansing CeremonyWest side of SR Pi-Copa GymnasiumCouples have a great time dancing a cumbia during the Community graduationcelebration at the old waila site in the community.0800Continental BreakfastRegistration and CelebrationThe dinner and dance that washeld in honor of all graduates fromthe Ak-Chin Community was a hit asgraduates, family, friends, and guestsdanced into the midnight hour at therenovated dance floor to the music ofthe Cultural Resources Band (CRB).Throughout the day and night thesun would peak through the cloudyskies, but it did not stay long, and thewarm breezes and cool conversationkept the evening comfortable.There were also plenty of chotes,cumbias, and waila dancing for all toenjoy, as well as a delicious bbq dinner.Organizers of the event would liketo thank everyone who helped out,with a special thanks going out to themen who stayed up until the wee hoursto prepare the delicious bbq, whichwas served alongside coleslaw, beans,bread, cupcakes and punch.0900—1500Opening Ceremonies, Guest Speakers, Veterans Beneits,Health Information, Arts & Crafts Booths,Free Lunch, DOD Distribution to all Veterans,Door Prizes and EntertainmentFor more information contactBetty at alpost51@yahoo.com orPacer at edward.reina@srpmic-nsn.gov or 480-362-7490

10 August 16 - September 5, 201310WNBA Tulsa Shock player and NABI AlumAngel Goodrich honored at Mercury GameFrom left to right: ChairmanLouis Manuel, Jr., GinaMarieScarpa, Angel Goodrich, andMark West during the halftimeNABI award presentation atthe August 9th Mercury game.Story & Photo by Kris MoragoIn the presence of over 8,000attendees in US Airways Centeron Friday, August 9th, Cherokeemember and WNBA TulsaShock guard Angel Goodrichwas presented the “NABI PhilHomeratha Leadership Award”by Ak-Chin Chairman Louis Manuel, Jr.On hand for the presentation was NABIFoundation Co-founder and formerPhoenix Suns player Mark West and NABIFoundation CEO GinaMarie Scarpa.According to a NABI press release,“The award is presented every year duringthe NABI Championship games to anoutstanding individual who demonstratesleadership for the advancement of NativeAmerican athletes.”Because Goodrich was unavailablefor the presentation during the NABIgames due to her WNBA schedule, it waspresented during the Phoenix Mercurygame vs the Shock.Goodrich is a NABI alum as she andher Oklahoma team “Team Anonymous,”took the NABI Championship in 2008.She went on to play for Kansas and wasselected 29th overall in the WNBA draftback in April, making her the highestdrafted Native American player in theWNBA.“To see her play at NABI and nowwatch her compete at the highest level isinspirational, not only to the mission ofthe NABI Foundation, but to all our youngNative American athletes inspiring to reachthe same level,” said Scarpa.Goodrich was a starter for the Shockat Friday’s game, playing for 29 minutesand scoring five points for her team. Thegame was close with the Mercury winning70-67.Along with Goodrich, Louisvillestandouts Shoni and Jude Schimmel werealso co-recipients of the award. Jude andher parents (accepting on behalf of Shonistory continues from page 6and Financial Aid.Sanchez and Juarezprovided in depthdetail of admission andfinancial aid processesfor Central ArizonaCollege.Great Western Bankpolished off the thirdpresentation withinformation aboutpersonal budgeting,saving money for thelong term, and warnedstudents about identity theft. GreatWestern Bank staff Megan Telya andSally Nicks enticed higher educationstudents with $2 bills to answerquestions or give feedback aboutrelated material presented.Before lunch, Community Councilmembers Delia Carlyle and TerryEnos welcomed the new studentsto the Scholarship Program, spokeencouraging words, and reiterated thesupport from Community Council.Both Council members also brieflyBank manager Sally Nicks (left) with Megan Telyagives free money to students with correct answers.shared stories of some of their highereducation experiences.During an enjoyable lunch from VekolMarket, a few lucky students won araffle drawing of either a $25 gift card toStarbucks or 8 GB flash drive providedby the Ak-Chin Education Department.Review of the Scholarship Policiescontinued after lunch and Orientationconcluded after.Submitted by: Pamela Velasquezstory continues from page 6Joe Medina starts higher educationclasses with his brother JuanMedina, a recent high schoolgraduate.Juan Medina recently received theirdiplomas. Joe Medina achievedsuccess upon graduating from Ak-Chin’s GED Program in May 2013,while his brother, Juan, is a recent highschool graduate. Though each brotherchose different educational paths up untilthis point, they have both recently workedwith the community’s Higher EducationCoordinator, Pamela Velasquez, to registerat the same higher education institution.The Medina brothers plan to commute andattend classes together each day, as theyeach pursue their career goals throughhigher education.As more Ak-Chin GED students achievesuccess, it is the Program Instructor’s hopethat even more students will encouragefamily members to sign-up and support eachother in reaching shared educational goals.Then they too, can join the ranks of AmyBatopis, Connie Alvarez-Juarez, BrendanAcosta, Joe Medina, Chaning Hoffman,Alexander Lopez, Gwendolyn Lopez-Pilone, Ashley and Stephanie Batopis, andYvette Oliver, as the community’s mostrecent graduates and prospective leaders oftomorrow.Story and Photos by: Desiree Guarino, Ak-ChinGED Instructor (520) 568-1284, GED Website:guarinosclass.comAdult Classes Begin September 9-October 21, 2013Classes Held on Monday Evenings 5:00-6:30 P.M.Classes will be held for Non-O’odham Adults (Ak-Chin Employees)and O’odham Adults (Residing in the Ak-Chin boundaries)Pick up registration forms at the Language Trailer between8:00a.m-5:00p.m.For additional information call (520) 568-1370Youth Classes Begin September 11-October 16, 2013Classes will be held on Wednesdays3:00-5:00 P.M.Transportation will be provided for children living within theAk-Chin boundaries. Pick up will start at 2:45 P.M.Pick up registration forms at the Language Trailer between8:00a.m-5:00p.m.For additional information call (520) 568-1370

12 August 16 - September 5, 201312CAC offering new business hours toaccommodate students, maximize efficiencyPINAL COUNTY, Ariz. - CentralArizona College is creatingopportunities for students to tap intoservices throughout the evening hourswhile implementing its cost containmentstrategy.“Central Arizona College continues tomaximize its resources to provide criticalservices to students while maintainingits strategy of cost containment for PinalCounty taxpayers,” Dr. Doris Helmich,president/CEO, said. “A challenge went outto the faculty and staff to become creativeon how to provide the services studentsexpect while also being responsible to thetaxpayer by reducing costs.”CAC shifted to a year-round, four-dayweek (8 a.m.-6 p.m., Monday throughThursday), closing on Fridays to reduceutility costs; however services for tutoring,testing, advising and the library will run intothe early evening hours Monday throughThursday giving students an opportunityto use services into the evening.Online services are available 24/7 forregistration, financial aid, tutoring andthe library.The following is a list of services availablethroughout the district for students:Central Arizona College DistrictwideGeneral Services (Monday-Thursday8 a.m. – 6 p.m.) Advising, Registration, FinancialAid Bookstore Cashiering Services (Aravaipa,Maricopa, Signal Peak &Superstition Mountain campuses) Help Desk Human ResourcesAravaipa Campus Library and Learning Center:Monday-Thursday (8 a.m.-8 p.m.) Testing Center: Monday & Tuesday(11 a.m.-8 p.m.) / Wednesday &Thursday (8 a.m.-6 p.m.)Maricopa Campus Library: Monday & Tuesday(9 a.m.-7 p.m.) / Wednesday &Thursday (8 a.m.-6 p.m.) Learning Center: Monday &Tuesday (11 a.m.-7 p.m.) / Wednesday& Thursday (8 a.m.-6 p.m.) Testing Center: Monday & Tuesday(8 a.m.-9 p.m.) / Wednesday &Thursday (8 a.m.-6 p.m.)San Tan Center Testing Center: Monday-Thursday(9 a.m.-9 p.m.)Signal Peak Campus Library: Monday-Thursday (8a.m.-7 p.m.) Learning Center: Monday-Thursday (8 a.m.-7 p.m.)Testing Center: Monday-Thursday(9 a.m.-7 p.m.) Res Life Tutoring: Friday (1-4p.m.)Superstition Mountain Campus Library: Monday-Thursday (9a.m.-7 p.m.) Learning Center: Monday-Thursday (9 a.m.-7 p.m.)Testing Center: Monday-Thursday(9 a.m.-9 p.m.) Open Lab: Monday-Thursday (9a.m.-9 p.m.)Additional Services During FinalRegistration (Aug. 16-17) Cashiering Services - Aravaipa,Maricopa, Signal Peak, SuperstitionMountain campuseso Friday, Aug. 16 - 3-7 p.m. Registration - All campuses and theSan Tan Centero Friday, Aug. 16 (3-7 p.m.)o Saturday, Aug. 17 (9 a.m.-1p.m.) Student Affairs - All campuses andthe San Tan Centero Friday, Aug. 16 (3-7 p.m.)o Saturday, Aug. 17 (9 a.m.-1p.m.)St. Francis of Assisi Roman Catholic Mission16657 N. Church St. Maricopa, AZ 85139Ak-Chin Indian CommunityAugust/September 2013 ScheduleSunday Mass at 12:00 pmAugust 18 – with Fr. Tom SussAugust 25 – with Fr. Tom SussSeptember 1 – with Fr. Ed MeulemansAugust 14, 20136:30 pm, Assumpon vigil Mass – Fr.Brady WilliamsSt. Francis of Assisi - Ak-Chin IndianCommunityANNOUNCEMENTSAugust 24, 201310:00 am, Catholic Council of EldersMeengSt. Francis of Assisi – Ak-Chin IndianCommunityBapsms are every 4 th Sunday of the month and bapsm classes are every 2 ndSaturday of the month. If you are interested please contact Flower Ruelas at (520)568-3700 or (602) 717-3761.

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14 August 16 - September 5, 201314Wednesday, August 286:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.BIA Agent HouseWOMEN'S MEETINGTuesday, September 10, 20136:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.MUSIC CLASSFriday, September 13,20136:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.MEN'S MEETINGSaturday, September 14, 20137:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.COMMUNITY GATHERINGWednesday, September 25, 20136:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.Featured presentation will be on the Historic BIA House.Presented by BIA House Staff Johnny Lopez & Wendy Aviles.Bring your family and come enjoy a delicious meal with fellowcommunity members.Sponsored by the Him-Dak EcoMuseum, Cultural Resourcesand Ak-Chin Language ProgramPlease contact Museum staff if you have any questions at 520-568-1350.Date: 09/28/13Open to Ak-Chin Community Residents whowould like to participate in making crepe paper flowers.All flowers made are used for All Souls Day.Program Starts: Tuesday, August 13th thruTuesday, October 22nd.NativeAmericanRecognitionDayBooth Limits: 10 arts & crafts & 10 food vendorfee paid by money order ONLY.Vendor Liability must be signed and completedaccompanied by money order when turned in.Forms can be picked up at the Museum, faxed oremailed to you.Time:5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at the Ak-ChinHim-Dak Museum Classroom.Must have food handler’s card.Time: 9 am-2 pmElectricity is not available and generators are notpermitted.For further information call (520) 568-1350Ak –Chin Him Dak Eco Museum & Archives47685 N. EcoMuseum Road, Maricopa Az. 85139Deadline for registration is Sept. 25, 2013@5:00 p.m.ATTENTION COMMUNITY MEMBERSN A R D ART CONTESTWE ARE LOOKING FOR A T-SHIRT DESIGN FOR OUR UPCOMING NATIVE AMERI-CAN RECOGNITION DAY CELEBRATION. THE WINNING DESIGN WILL BESTEXEMPLIFY THIS YEARS THEME “AK-CHIN WATER SETTLEMENT—CELEBRATING25YEARS OF PROSPERITY.Official Rules & Regulations1. Design should measure no larger than 12”x12” on unlined white drawing paper orillustration board.2. Designs must be executed on one of the following color mediums: inks, markers, orpencil. NO PENCIL SKETCHING! Artwork must be clean/clear and printable.3. An official entry form must be submitted with your design. DO NOT affix entry formto artwork.4. Artist must be at least 18 years old.5. Designs must include the title. Title needs to be displayed prominently in yourdesign and letters should measure at least 2” high.6. Artist must sign their artwork.7. Limit of one entry per person.8. Prizes awarded to First-$100, Second-$75, and Third-$509. All Entries must be received by 4:00 pm, Friday, August 30, 2013. NO EXCEPTIONS!AK-CHIN INDIAN COMMUNITY & HIM-DAK ECOMUSEUMOfficial Entry FormAk-Chin Him Dak EcoMuseum & Archives2013 Native American Recognition Day T-Shirt Design ContestFirst Name______________________________ Last Name_____________________________________Address___________________________________ Phone Number_______________________________Drop off entries at the Him-Dak MuseumAll entries must be received by 4:00 pm on August 30, 2013. (No Exceptions)I have read and agree to the rules of the Him-Dak 2013 NARD T-Shirt Design Contest. I give permissionfor the Ak-Chin Him-Dak EcoMuseum & Archives to use my design for any advertising promotions.I understand that my design will not be returned and will become the property of the Ak-Chin Him-DakEcoMuseum & Archives. If participant is under 18 years of age, Guardian must sign the Official Entry Form.Signature_______________________________________Date______________________Guardian Signature_________________________________ Date_____________________For further information contact the Museum Staff at 520-568-1350148 TH ANNUALMUSTERING INDAY CELEBRATIONSATURDAY,SEPTEMBER 7, 2013FREE ADMISSION, FAMILYFRIENDLY EVENTGILA RIVER INDIAN COMMUNITY’S DISTRICT 7 PARK | 8035 S. 83RD AVENUE, LAVEEN AZ 85339(83RD AVENUE, SOUTH OF BASELINE) | GENERAL INFORMATION, PLEASE CALL (520) 430-4780- 5K RUN, FAMILY FUN WALK- PARADE- CHAIR VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT- SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT- BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT- HORSESHOE TOURNAMENT- KIDS GAMES, CRAFTS, INFLATABLES- TRADITIONAL ENTERTAINMENT- VENDORS: FOOD, CRAFT/MERCHANDISE- FUN RUN/WALK- LIVE CHICKEN SCRATCH (WAILA) BAND:MUMSIGO TRIBE (TOHONO O’ODHAM NATION)GILA RIVER INDIAN COMMUNITY, DISTRICT SEVEN AND PLANNING COMMITTEES SHALL NOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR BODILY INJURY, THEFT ORDAMAGES INCURRED DURING THE MUSTERING IN DAY CELEBRATION.

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16 August 16 - September 5, 201316SHOW TIMESStartingFriday, August 16, 2013Jobs (PG-13)Ashton Kutcher,Dermot Mulroney122 minutesKick-Ass 2 (R)Aaron Taylor-Johnson, ChloeGrace Moretz103 minutesKick-Ass 2 (R)Aaron Taylor-Johnson, ChloeGrace Moretz103 minutes10:15 AM, 11:45 AM, 1:15,3:30, 4:30, 7:45, 10:5011:30 AM, 2:45, 5:45, 7:15,8:15, 10:15, 10:45Special Engagement;No Passes Allowed11:30 AM, 2:45, 5:45, 8:15,10:45Special Engagement;No Passes Allowed; D-BOXSeats AvailableLee Daniels' The Butler (PG-10:00 AM, 1:00, 4:00, 7:00,13)9:45Forest Whitaker, Oprah Winfrey132 minutesParanoia (PG-13)12:00, 2:30, 5:30, 8:30,Liam Hemsworth, Gary Oldman 10:00115 minutesElysium (R)Matt Damon, Jodie Foster109 minutesPlanes (PG)Dane Cook, Brad Garrett92 minutesPercy Jackson: Sea ofMonsters (PG)Logan Lerman,Alexandra Daddario106 minutesWe're the Millers (R)Jennifer Aniston,Emma Roberts109 minutes2 Guns (R)Mark Wahlberg,Denzel Washington109 minutesThe Smurfs 2 (PG)Neil Patrick Harris,Brendan Gleeson105 minutes10:30 AM, 1:30, 4:35, 7:50,10:30Special Engagement;No Passes Allowed10:10 AM, 12:15, 2:35,4:45, 7:10, 9:1510:20 AM, 12:45, 4:15,7:30, 10:15Special Engagement;No Passes Allowed11:00 AM, 2:00, 5:15, 8:00,10:40Special Engagement;No Passes Allowed11:35 AM, 2:15, 5:00, 7:40,10:1011:15 AM, 1:35, 4:10, 6:30Special Engagement;No Passes AllowedThe Wolverine (PG-13) 10:45 AM, 1:45, 4:40, 7:35,Hugh Jackman, Famke Janssen 10:55126 minutesThe Conjuring (R)Patrick Wilson, Vera Farmiga112 minutes9:00 PMBirthday PartyforVirginia ThomasErno & Carole Lopez ResidenceSaturday, August 17, 20136:00 p.m. - 12:00 p.m.Dinner/DanceMusic by DJ LishaBlessing by Richard JoaquinAk-Chin Ba’ban Keihina GroupEveryone Welcome!