Boozhoo! Picture retake day is this Friday, December 3rd. Picture packets were sent home with students today. If you have any questions, please call the office at 989-775-4453. Miigwetch.
The Truman D. Picard scholarship is dedicated to the support of Native American students pursuing a higher education in Natural Resources.
Please see attached for more details.
Another scholarship opportunity below. If you would like an application please get ahold of Olivia Manitowabi at omanitowabi@sagchip.org or 989-775-4505.
The Great Lakes Indian Housing Association (GLIHA) will award a limited number of scholarships to selected college applicants. The number and amount of each scholarship will be established by the Scholarship Committee which is composed of GLIHA’s Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson and Secretary/Treasurer.
Applications will be reviewed according to the following criteria:
1. Satisfactory scholastic standing; and
2. Current enrollment or acceptance in a post-secondary educational institution
The deadline date for postmarked or delivered applications is January 15, 2022.
Please share the attached application with all interested parties. Applications must be sent to:
GLIHA Scholarship Fund
Linda McGraw-Adams
P.O. Box 219
Red Lake, MN 56671
218-679-3368
218-679-2264 fax
linda.adams@redlakenation.org
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Boozhoo. Due to elections taking place at the Tribal Gym, there is no after school program today. Students who normally ride the bus to the Tribal Gym will need to be picked up at SCA today at 3:15. Miigwetch.
Boozhoo! SCA is off for the Thanksgiving holiday beginning Wednesday, November 24th through Friday, November 26th. We hope everyone has a fun and safe holiday. We will see our students back in school on Monday, November 29th. Miigwetch.
We're sorry for the short notice: Miss Gidget's a.m. bus route, 0-45, is cancelled this morning, Friday, November 19, 2021. Students that ride her bus will need to be transported to SCA today.
We apologize for the inconvenience.
Boozhoo! Just reminder that today is a half day for SCA students with dismissal at noon. Students who normally ride the bus to the Tribal gym will need to be picked up at SCA at noon. Miigwetch.
Boozhoo! Just a reminder that tomorrow, Wednesday, November 17th is a half day for SCA students with dismissal at noon. Students who normally ride the bus to the Tribal gym will need to be picked up at SCA at noon. Miigwetch.
Boozhoo! Just a reminder there is no school for SCA on Monday, November 15, 2021. SCA supports our community's efforts to reclaim our ways of providing for our families. Good luck to our deer hunters on opening day.
Boozhoo! There is no after school program at the Tribal Gym today. Students who normally ride the bus to the gym will need to be picked up at SCA today at 3:15. Miigwetch.
Join us and our partners for Naming Ceremony Teachings! Every Anishinaabe person has one. Learn how to find out yours.
COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic for ages 5-11 years!
By appointment only. Parent/Guardian must be present.
Please click the link for other available appointment and walk-in clinics: https://www.cmdhd.org/vaccine
First trimester for the 2021-22 school year is almost over. See flyer for information on exam study sessions/catch up on any assignments.
Boozhoo! SCA has a half day of school with dismissal at noon. Students who ride the bus to the Tribal gym will have to get picked up at SCA at noon. Miigwetch.
Boozhoo. Reminder that SCA has a half day of school today with dismissal at noon. Students who ride the bus to the Tribal Gym afterschool will need to be picked up at SCA at noon. Miigwetch.
Reminder: SCA students have a half day tomorrow AND Thursday with dismissal at noon. Students who ride the bus to the tribal gym will need to be picked up at SCA at noon. Parent teacher conferences are scheduled during the afternoon (via zoom or phone). Miigwetch.
Do you or someone you know need help finding mental health support, or other services like food or housing assistance?
Check out Project AWARE’s Community Resource Lists on the Tribal Education website for information on service providers in our area:
1) The detailed list (including information on services offered, ages served, and billing/insurance) can be found here: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1645162/Community_Resource_List_6-28-2021.pdf
2) The condensed list (with just agency name, phone number and website) can be found here: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1645168/DRAFT_Condensed_Project_AWARE_Resource_List.pdf
Boozhoo. SCA Parent-Teacher conferences are scheduled for the this Wednesday and Thursday afternoon, and will be held via ZOOM or phone. Notes with conference dates and times will be sent home with students.
Students will have a half day of school with dismissal at noon on both Wednesday and Thursday. Students who ride the bus to the Tribal gym will need to be picked up at SCA at noon. Miigwetch.
Boozhoo. SCA is having a Popcorn Fundraiser. Please see attached flyer for details and to place your order. SCA will receive 50% of the proceeds. Miigwetch for supporting our students!
https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1651767/2021_SCA_Popcorn_Fundraiser.pdf
Project AWARE has developed a number of community resource lists to assist community members in connecting with mental health supports. Please see our Crisis Lines list attached and a link below below. If you or someone you know needs immediate assistance reach out to one of these resources and let them know you need crisis/urgent support: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file
Boozhoo! Today, Wednesday, October 20th, is a half day for SCA students with dismissal at noon. Students who ride the bus to the Tribal Gym will need to be picked up at SCA at noon. Miigwetch.
Boozhoo. Just a reminder that tomorrow is picture day for SCA and Sasiwaans students. If your student is unable to make it in for their picture tomorrow, retakes are scheduled for Friday, December 3rd. Miigwetch.
Olivia Manitowabi-McCullough
Attention SCIT Higher Ed Students! Today is the last day to get everything in for the SCIT Tribal scholarship. Please contact the Post-Secondary Support Specialist if you have any questions regarding your Scholarship status. omanitowabi@sagchip.org or 989-775-4505
Boozhoo. Tomorrow's Spirit Day theme at SCA is Anishinaabe Language shirt day or Indigenous graphic apparel day. Wear a shirt with Anishnaabemowin on it or wear apparel with indigenous designs.
Boozhoo. Picture day for SCA and Sasiwaans students will be Monday, October 18th. Students were sent home with their picture packets today. If your student did not receive one, please call the school and we can be sure to send home another one. Miigwetch.
Boozhoo. Tomorrow's Spirit Day theme at SCA is Anishnaabe Clan Day. Wear something to symbolize your own doodem or any doodem. Wear clothing with animal images. Clan colors can also be worn as well.
Updated MPHS Flyer
Boozhoo. Tomorrow’s Spirit Day theme at SCA is beaded and quilled accessories. Let’s see your best beaded or quilled medallions, barrettes, earrings, necklaces, headbands and more! Miigwetch.
Boozhoo! Next week is Sprit Week at SCA! Monday is Anishinaabe Shirt/Skirt day. Wear your best ribbon shirt/skirt or your best applique shirt/skirt.
Join us for conversation with Angeline Boulley and Melissa Isaac! There's sure to be lots of "auntie laughs." Miigwetch to the Book & Author Society for hosting this virtual event.
Attention Indigenous High Schools Students: Yale is committed to recruiting Native American students. Check out the events they have for you!
Just a reminder that the last day to turn in order forms & money for SCA's Fall Fundraiser is tomorrow. Certificates are $13 each and can be redeemed at Lapham's for either a 10" Mum or Aster plant.
https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1588639/2021_Fall_Fundraiser.pdf
Boozhoo! Tomorrow SCA students will participate in a fun run obstacle course that tells the life story of a Salmon. Please send students with proper shoes for the Salmon Run. If you have any question, please feel free to call the school at 989-775-4453. Miigwetch.
Miigwetch to Miss Anita, Student Support Advisor for sharing lessons with our Pullen Elementary friends about the significance of Orange Shirt Day. We appreciate you Miss Anita!
Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe Higher Education students:
There is still time to turn in all the necessary documents to receive the Fall 2021 Tribal scholarship. If you are taking classes this fall you have until October 15th at 5:00 pm to turn in all the paperwork.
Please contact Olivia Manitowabi at 989-775-4505 or omanitowabi@sagchip.com for more information.
Miigwetch
SCA is having a Fall Fundraiser! The flyer went home with students earlier this week and can also be found at the link below. Order forms and money should be sent in no later than Friday, October 8.
https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1588639/2021_Fall_Fundraiser.pdf
Higher Ed students, check out this awesome opportunity:
AIS Scholarship 2021- Award IV
American Indian Services (AIS) is a non-profit charitable organization that provides undergraduate Native American students with financial support to attend college, maintain enrollment and graduate through scholarships. Awards are based on up to one-half of tuition and need for the term the student is applying for and are allocated directly to the school for the student. Students will need to reapply each term, unless they are applying for the academic year.
To apply, please follow the link: https://app.smarterselect.com/programs/75794-American-Indian-Services
MSU Extension is offering a new ‘Building Strong Sovereign Nations (BSSN) Teen Fellowship’ program to select teens age 15 and older, who are interested in leadership, civics, history, reading & writing, and who are of Native American lineage, or members of one of the 12 tribal nations across Michigan. This Fellowship is led by MSU Extension Educators responsible for the award-winning BSSN workshop series for tribal leaders. These new Teen Fellows will use and grow their research, writing and interpersonal skills to make the BSSN workshops relevant to tribal youth and to add value to the adult tribal leader experience.
If interested please follow the link below:
https://msu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_ewwN57HEcbNBbpP
Boozhoo. SCA will honor Orange Shirt Day on Thursday, September 30th, in recognition of the thousands of indigenous children who endured the residential school system. Wear orange to show your support. Miigwetch.
Boozhoo! Just a reminder there is no school for SCA tomorrow, Friday, September 24th, in observance of Anishinabeg Gizhigad (Michigan Indian Day). Enjoy your weekend!
Boozhoo. In recognition of the SCIT Holiday, Anishinaabeg Giizigad, a Youth Summit is being held at the Ziibiwing Cultural Center. Please see the flyer for details and registration information. https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1576632/2021_Fall_Youth_Summit.pdf
Come support our Tribal Youth at MPMS. Go Oilers!
Join us for Suicide Prevention & Awareness Night on Tuesday, Sept. 28, 2021 from 4-6 p.m. at Island Park! See the flyer for details: https://5il.co/zbzz
Boozhoo! We hope to see you all TODAY at the People's Traditional Powwow and Social Round Dance. The Social Round Dance is scheduled to immediately follow the People's Traditional Powwow at the 7th Gen Powwow Grounds around 9pm.
Miigwetch!
Boozhoo! Please join us tomorrow evening for our Social Round Dance for Community Healing...Under the Stars! SCA is collaborating with 7th Generation to present this special event which will immediately follow the People's Powwow at approximately 9 pm at the 7th Gen Powwow Grounds. Miigwetch!
Free Wi-Fi in the SCIT Tribal Community!
Stay on track this year with extra tutoring support!
Come cheer on our Tribal Youth and their teams! Shepherd High School fall sports are underway! Go Bluejays!!
Boozhoo. A reminder that today, Wednesday, September 15th is a half day for students with dismissal at noon. Students who ride the bus to the Tribal Gym will need to be picked up at SCA at noon. Miigwetch.
Boozhoo. Just a reminder that tomorrow, Wednesday, September 15th is a half day for students with dismissal at noon. Students who ride the bus to the Tribal Gym will need to be picked up at SCA at noon. Miigwetch.
Come cheer on and show our Tribal Youth and their teams some support! The Mt. Pleasant Rocket Football season is underway!!
Mino Gizhep. SCA will be on a 2-hour delay this morning, Tuesday, September 14, due to fog. Miigwetch.
Join us at the Homework Lab!
The SCIT Education Department and 7th Generation Department present: Social Round Dance for Community Healing & The People's Pow-Wow for a weekend of singing, dancing, food, laugher, and friendship!
Boozhoo. Miss Stephanie's bus riders will need to be picked up at SCA today at 3:15. All students who ride the bus to the gym will still be transported. If you have any questions, please call the office at 989-775-4453. Miigwetch.
Boozhoo! We are so excited to have our students back next week! We hope you all have a great weekend and we will see you all on Monday :)
SCA's Open House event is happening now! Students and families are invited to stop by anytime between 5:00-7:00pm to meet their teacher and see their classroom. We hope to see you soon!
Boozhoo! Please join us tomorrow evening, Thursday, August 19th, for SCA's Open House . Students and their families can stop by anytime between 5:00pm-7:00pm to meet their teachers and see their classrooms. Face coverings will be required at this event. If you have any questions, please feel free to call the office at 989-775-4453. Miigwetch.
Boozhoo! SCA families should have received their welcome back letter in the mail this week. In this mailing was important registration information that should be returned to the school office. If you did not receive this mailing, please feel free to call us at 989-775-4453 or stop in to the SCA office. We are here daily until 4:30pm. Miigwetch.
With college classes starting up again soon I would like to remind SCIT Higher Ed students to make sure their information is up to date with the Higher Ed office and to turn in your Fall 2021 class schedules so we can process your scholarship. If you need any paperwork sent to you feel free to get ahold of me and I can get it to you.
The deadline for the Fall semester is October 15th, 2021 at 5 pm.
Olivia Manitowabi-McCullough
Post-Secondary Support Specialist
Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe
omanitowabi@sagchip.org
989-775-4505
Check out Cupcake Wars sponsored by American Indian Sobriety Month and SCIT Behavioral Health!
SCA Open House: Thursday, August 19, 2021 from 5:00pm-7:00pm
Do you have or know a high school student that would like or could use some extra help preparing for college! The Saginaw Chippewa Tribal College is offering their new Pathway program starting Tuesday, August 24, 2021 from 3:30 – 5:00 pm. There will be two 40 minute sessions with a 10 minute break in between. The flyer, schedule, and application are attached. Registration is currently open and closes at 5 pm on August 6, 2021.
Requirements: Underrepresented, first-generation, or low-income, a Junior or Senior, (2021-22 school year), and participant must attend and participate in all sessions. It is being offered in-person and virtually. Seniors that finish the program and register for at least 3 credits for the next semester at SCTC will receive a $300.00 incentive.
The program is designed to help students prepare for college. They will have the opportunity to enhance their academic skills, gain career information, and learn some Anishinaabemowin (Native American language) and traditions.
Today’s Meet Up and Eat Up menu is a corndog ,broccoli, fruit and milk. Hope to see you there! We will serve curbside from 11am-1pm in front of SCA.
Join us for our 2021 Back to school Giveaway Drive-thru event at the Saginaw Chippewa Academy on August 18th, 2021, 5-8 p.m. (or until supplies are gone)
School supplies
Dinner to-go
Event is open to DK-12 services/SCIT Tribal Members
**May only attend one of the Back to School events (Isabella or Saganing)
For more information, please contact Deb Smith at 989-775-4071 or dsmith@sagchip.org
To find the nearest Meet Up & Eat Up location visit the Meet Up & Eat Up map at www.michigan.gov/meetupandeatup.
SCIT Higher Ed students please check out the opportunity below:
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On October 5th-7th, 2021 Dominion Energy is hosting the third annual Diversity Student Conference for current college freshmen, sophomores and juniors. Despite the challenges that 2020 brought for many, we are proud to share last year's conference virtually hosted 125 students from 26 states and Puerto Rico. Our conference guests:
• Represented 54 different undergraduate majors
• Hailed from 72 different Colleges & Universities, including 17 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and 6 Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSIs)
• 71% of attendees received an offer for a paid Summer 2021 internship
• 81% of internship offers were accepted
The virtual conference is a great opportunity for women and minority students to learn more about Dominion Energy, network with business leaders, hiring managers, employees and current interns. Most importantly, attendees are guaranteed the opportunity to interview for a paid full-time Summer 2022 internship with Dominion Energy, a Fortune 200 company.
Applicants are required to be a current freshman, sophomore or junior with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA. The application is due August 31st.
If you want to learn more about Dominion Energy, visit their website, dominionenergy.com.
Today’s Meet Up and Eat Up menu is chicken tenders, french fries, broccoli, an orange, and milk. Hope to see you there! We will serve curbside from 11am-1pm in front of SCA.
Today’s Meet Up and Eat Up menu is walking tacos with apple slices, caramel dip, and milk. Hope to see you there! We will serve curbside from 11am-1pm in front of SCA.
Today’s Meet Up and Eat Up menu is a corndog ,broccoli, fruit and milk. Hope to see you there! We will serve curbside from 11am-1pm in front of SCA.
Today’s Meet Up and Eat Up menu is pizza, carrots w/ ranch, a fruit slushie and milk. Hope to see you there! We will serve curbside from 11am-1pm in front of SCA.
Today’s Meet Up and Eat Up menu is walking tacos with apple slices, caramel dip, and milk. Hope to see you there! We will serve curbside from 11am-1pm in front of SCA
Boozhoo! The Saginaw Chippewa Academy is currently accepting NEW students in Kindergarten through 5th grade. If you would like to enroll your student, please fill out the attached enrollment paperwork. Please also submit your students birth certificate, tribal ID, and immunization records to the SCA front office. If you have any questions, please feel free to call the office at 989-775-4453. Miigwetch. https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1391833/2021-2022_NEW_STUDENT_fillable_enrollment_packet.pdf
Today’s Meet Up and Eat Up menu is pizza, carrots w/ ranch, a fruit slushie and milk. Hope to see you there! We will serve curbside from 11am-1pm in front of SCA.
Today’s Meet Up and Eat Up menu is walking tacos with apple slices, caramel dip, and milk. Hope to see you there! We will serve curbside from 11am-1pm in front of SCA.
Attention SCIT Higher Education students who may have an interest in Art & Humanities. Please see the attached opportunity: https://5il.co/urg9
If you have questions regarding the attached document or the Grant process that this document is formatted under, you may refer to page 10 of Tribal Observer May issue.
Project AWARE is working on their Niibin (Summer) Snapshot Newsletter and supporting resources. The theme is Nibi (Water).
Please send photos of you and your family 1. Interacting with Nibi throughout the seasons. 2. Helping care and protect Nibi.
Please send photos to: Jupamp@sagchip.org
If you missed the priority deadline of May 31st for the Full Circle Scholarship program, there is still an opportunity to apply! Applications for award consideration will continue to be accepted this Summer.
Submit your application as soon as possible!
CLICK HERE FOR APPLICATION LINK: https://collegefund.org/students/scholarships/
Today’s Meet Up and Eat Up menu is a walking taco, fruit, and milk. Hope to see you there! We will serve curbside from 11am-1pm in front of SCA.
Today’s Meet Up and Eat Up menu is a chef salad, fruit, and milk. Hope to see you there! We will serve curbside from 11am-1pm in front of SCA.
The American Indian College Fund Student Success Services and Native Pathways Program is excited to host this Summer of Success virtual camp experience for high school and college students, staff, faculty and families.
This interactive camp, centered on Native culture, features:
- interactive college and career readiness workshops
- panelists to share their experiences
- wellness practices
- college and employer representatives
- Native presenters with engaging messages
Students and families will learn strategies to support your education journey towards your career goals and aspirations.
Staff and faculty will engage in conversation on effective practices to support student programming for college and career success.
Register at:
https://hopin.com/events/native-pathways-summer-of-success-virtual-camp
Due to COVID guidelines, and the limited number of guests each graduate invited we have provided the streaming link for the SCIT Graduation Banquet tonight. We go live at 6:00 pm.
http://www.sagchip.org/news.aspx?newsid=3698#.YMDyxr6SkuU
Thanks,
Olivia Manitowabi-McCullough, MSA
Post-Secondary Support Specialist
Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe
omanitowabi@sagchip.org
989-775-4505
Upcoming high school juniors and seniors. Don't miss out on this awesome opportunity.
This week’s Michigan Learning Channel, virtual event is:
Behind-the-Scenes with the Penguins from the Detroit Zoo!
Registration is free.
Register here: https://www.michiganlearning.org/summer/animals/
The Michigan Learning Channel has created activity books with weekly themes and lessons for children Pre-K through Grade 6.
You may access the content here: https://www.michiganlearning.org/summer/
Today’s Meet Up and Eat Up menu is pizza with a salad, fruit slushie and milk. Hope to see you there! We will serve curbside from 11am-1pm in front of SCA.
Today’s Meet Up and Eat Up menu is a grilled chicken salad with a fresh pear and milk. Hope to see you there! We will serve curbside from 11am-1pm in front of SCA.
Today’s Meet Up and Eat Up menu is a hamburger, baked chips, sald, oranges, and milk. Hope to see you there! We will serve curbside from 11am-1pm in front of SCA.
Today’s Meet Up and Eat Up menu is cheese breadsticks, salad, carrots and a fruit slushie. Hope to see you there! We will serve curbside from 11am-1pm in front of SCA.
Today’s Meet Up and Eat Up menu is walking tacos. Hope to see you there! We will serve curbside from 11am-1pm in front of SCA.
This a reminder that the Saginaw Chippewa Higher Education Summer 2021 scholarship deadline is next Tuesday, June 15th, 2021 at 5pm. This is the deadline for Spring/Winter 2021 grade reports, summer 2021 schedules and supporting documents to be turned in to be considered for funding.
If you have any questions, please call me at 989-775-4505 or email me at omanitowabi@sagchip.org.
Thanks,
Olivia Manitowabi-McCullough, MSA
Post-Secondary Support Specialist
Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe
omanitowabi@sagchip.org
989-775-4505
Today’s Meet Up and Eat Up menu is a turkey sub, baked chips, carrots with ranch dressing, grapes and milk. Hope to see you there! We will serve curbside from 11am-1pm in front of SCA.
Registration for the 2021-2022 school year is open for the Sasiwaans Immersion School.
Click on the link below!
https://5il.co/tufa
Boozhoo. SCA will be a Meet Up and Eat Up location again this summer. Meals will be served curbside Monday-Friday from 11am-1pm to all children ages birth to 18. Today's lunch is a pizza quesadilla, baked beans, pears and milk.
Boozhoo. If you are interested in participating in updating SCA's school wellness policy, please join us today, June 8th from 3:30-4:30 pm in the SCA library. If you have any question, feel free to contact the school at 989-775-4453. Miigwetch.
Boozhoo. Just a reminder that today is a half day with dismissal at 12:30 for SCA students. We hope everyone has a fun and safe summer! Chi Miigwetch for a great school year :)
Boozhoo. Tomorrow, Friday, June 4th is SCA’s last day of school! It will be a half day with dismissal at 12:30. Don’t forget to return student Chromebooks as well. Miigwetch.
Boozhoo. Just a reminder that SCA students must return their Chromebooks on or before Friday, June 4th. Chromebooks can be sent in with students, dropped off at the front desk, or you may call to make other arrangements. If you have any questions, please feel free to call the front office at 989-775-4453. Miigwetch.
Boozhoo! Tomorrow, Thursday, June 3rd is field day for SCA students. Please make sure students dress appropriately for outdoor activities. Tennis shoes are preferred as well as clothing that will keep them cool. If you have any questions, please feel free to call the office at 989-775-4453. Miigwetch :)
Boozhoo! Please see the attached End of Year letter to families. It includes important information and dates for the end of the school year. If you have any questions, please feel free to call the school at 989-775-4453. https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1295920/EOY_Letter.pdf
Have a fun and safe Memorial Holiday Weekend!
It was a powerful, joyous day at SCA! Our 5th graders received their Anishinaabe names and clans today. It was beautiful to see families together to strengthen their identity and connection. Miigwetch to Anishinaabe Bimaadziwin Teachers and Traditional Healer, Joe Syrette for their traditional knowledge and empowering our young people to be proud and determined Anishinaabek!
Naming Ceremony for SCA 5th Grade Graduates! Does your 5th Grade, SCA student want their Anishinaabe/Indian Name? Click on the link to fill out the survey.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeab321ZG29qRC22Lfmi346GfE4jWUWg5axxDASH7aRpF-_Aw/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0&usp=mail_form_link
#PreventionHappensHere Challenge! Show the world how you are helping to prevent substance abuse in our community. See the flyer for more details!
Schedule time with a Traditional Healer! Open to families in our Tribal Community. See the flyer for more information.
Take the Anishinaabemowin Challenge!! Please see the flyer for more details!
Boozhoo. For information regarding Pandemic EBT for students, please view the attached document. https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1260506/P-EBT.pdf
Miigwetch.
Attention Class of 2021 Graduates: Please let us know if you will be participating in the SCIT Graduation Banquet. See flyer for more details.
Mino Gizhep. The Saginaw Chippewa Academy is on a two hour delay due to fog this morning, Friday, May 7. Miigwetch.
Good morning-
Attached is the Niibing 2021 registration packet. There are a few changes this year due to COVID. (Please see packet for more details) Registration will be open from May 4-May 28, 2021. If you have any question you may reach me at 989-775-4071 or dsmith@sagchip.org
https://5il.co/s8rx
Thanks,
Deb Smith
Youth Leadership Manager
dsmith@sagchip.org
989-775-4071
Boozhoo! Just a reminder that ProjectAWARE is hosting another live BINGO event via ZOOM next Tuesday, May the 4th. SCA students should have received their own Bingo cards, daubers and log in instructions in this week's packet delivery. If anyone else would like to play along at home there will be a community Bingo card distribution on Monday, May 3rd starting at 11:00 am outside of the Education Administration building. See map and flyer for details. Miigwetch.
Flyer: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1219806/2021_Star_Wars_Bingo.pdf
Map: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1236729/Bingo_Pickup_Map.pdf
Drive-thru Rez Star Warz Bingo Card Pick-Up is on Monday starting at 11:00am! Here is the map of where to get your cards. Don't forget you must be present on Zoom to win on Tuesday May the 4th!
https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1236729/Bingo_Pickup_Map.pdf
Boozhoo! SCA is having a Scholastic Book Fair now until Friday, May 7, 2021. If your student is learning from home, or you would like to choose books for your student, please visit the link to our online Book Fair. https://www.scholastic.com/bf/saginawchippewaacademy1
If you have any questions, please feel free to call the school at 989-775-4453. Miigwetch.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Check out upcoming events on the flyer (including chances to win prizes from our wonderful sponsors), and keep an eye out for additional details on everything: coming soon!
https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1233787/2021_Mental_Health_Month.pdf
Aanii. Another reminder that SCA Kindergarten Registration is TODAY from 4-6pm. See link for more details https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1214673/2021_SCA_K_Registration__2_.pdf.
Miigwetch!
Good Morning SCIT DK-12 and SCIT Higher Ed students!
We have planned a Virtual visit with CMU for Thursday April 20, 2021. If you would like to register, please register at this link.
REGISTRATION: http://bit.ly/TribalEdOutreachDaySp21
You can also contact me and I can assist you with registering.
Please see flyer with more details.
Olivia Manitowabi-McCullough
Post-Secondary Support Specialist
Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe
omanitowabi@sagchip.org
989-775-4505
Boozhoo! A reminder that SCA will be enrolling incoming Kindergarteners for the 2021-2022 school year tomorrow, Wednesday, April 21st from 4-6pm. Please click the link for more details https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1214673/2021_SCA_K_Registration__2_.pdf. If you have any questions, please feel free to call the school at 989-775-4453. Miigwetch.
Join us on May the 4th for Rez Star Wars Bingo Live on Zoom! See the picture/flyer for more information: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1219806/2021_Star_Wars_Bingo.pdf
Attention SCA and Sasiwaans students and families: If you would like to continue receiving breakfast and lunch delivered on days students learn at home during the month of May, please complete the Google Form here https://forms.gle/2zDkps5pb9SzAEEMA. Miigwetch.
Boozhoo! SCA will be enrolling incoming Kindergarteners for the 2021-2022 school year on Wednesday, April 21st from 4-6pm. Please click the link for more details https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1214673/2021_SCA_K_Registration__2_.pdf.
If you have any questions, please feel free to call the school at 989-775-4453. Miigwetch.
We are experiencing technical difficulties today, Wednesday, April 14, 2021 as the Internet is down. All Zoom sessions are cancelled. Please use your remote learning day to focus on your wellness.
Learn why the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act of 1990 (NAGPRA).
Learn about Ziibimijwang Farm and their work in restoring food sovereignty!
Check out our new & improved Project AWARE Snapshot here: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1205486/Mnookmi_Spring_2021_Snapshot.pdf
Additional Ziisbaakadookaaning (Sugar Bush) resources can be found at: https://www.sagchipschool.net/o/sca/browse/201065
Aanii. Students who ride Miss Stephanie's bus will need to be picked up today, Thursday, April 8th at SCA at 3:00. We apologize for any inconvenience. If you have any questions, please call SCA at 775-4453. Miigwetch.
Aanii. SCA is having meal pick-up today, Friday, April 2, from 11:00-1:00 in the SCA parking lot. Open to all children in the community ages 0-18. Miigwetch.
Aanii. SCA is having meal pick-up today, Thursday, April 1, from 11:00-1:00 in the SCA parking lot. Open to all children in the community ages 0-18. Miigwetch.
Aanii. SCA is having meal pick-up today, Wednesday, March 31, from 11:00-1:00 in the SCA parking lot. Open to all children in the community ages 0-18. Miigwetch.
Aanii. SCA is having meal pick-up today, Tuesday, March 30, from 11:00-1:00 in the SCA parking lot. Open to all children in the community ages 0-18. Miigwetch.
Free Breakfast and Lunch available at SCA from 11am-1pm for all ages 0-18 during spring break. Lunch menu for today is corn dog, salad, oranges and milk. Hope to see you for lunch!
SCA will be offering meal pick up for all children ages 0-18 next week Monday, March 29 through Friday, April 2. Meals can be picked up in the SCA parking lot between 11:00-1:00. Miigwetch.
Boozhoo. We hope you all enjoy your Spring Break! We look forward to seeing our students back on Tuesday, April 6, 2021.
March is Reading Month was a HUGE success!
For our final week of March is Reading month, every student received a book! So many books! Picture books and chapter books!
Chi Miigwetch to all our families that participated in March is Reading Month!
Keep reading!
SCA continues to celebrate March is Reading Month!
Here are some read alouds to enjoy:
Thank You, Mr. Falker by Patricia Polacco
https://youtu.be/abN2aP_Dzd0
The Rainbow Fish by Marcus Pfister
https://youtu.be/r9mryuEKkKc
Lotus & Feather by Ji-Li Jiang
https://youtu.be/8bpXikqUvXw
When a Dragon Moves In by Jodi Moore
https://youtu.be/6s7aSNUCkiM
Henry Holton Takes the Ice by Sandra Bradley
https://youtu.be/I31vI7152ew
Also sharing some more book covers from our talented students.
March is Reading Month update: Chi Miigwetch to all the students/families that joined us last night for the Family Reading Night Zoom! It was so much fun listening to all the books.
This week, more book covers are displayed on lockers. We have some very talented students here at SCA! Check out the amazing and creative books covers!
Keep Reading!
Join us at 6:00 for our Family Reading night! Here is the ZOOM link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89283506739?pwd=UkNSbkFqM2R4V2pJRllWNmxTeHJmdz09
Meeting ID: 892 8350 6739
Passcode: 082053
Join us this eventing via ZOOM for our Family Reading Night! Each student who attends will receive a prize during school tomorrow. Plus, special guests Mitigomin and Mitigomish will be making an appearance as well. We hope you can all make it tonight at 6:00 :)
ZOOM link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89283506739?pwd=UkNSbkFqM2R4V2pJRllWNmxTeHJmdz09
Meeting ID: 892 8350 6739
Passcode: 082053
Join us tomorrow night online via ZOOM for SCA's Family Reading Night from 6-7pm. There will be good family fun, stories, and PRIZES!!!
ZOOM link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89283506739?pwd=UkNSbkFqM2R4V2pJRllWNmxTeHJmdz09
Attention SCA and Sasiwaans students and families: If you would like to continue receiving breakfast and lunch delivered on days students learn at home during the month of April, please complete the Google Form here https://forms.gle/2zDkps5pb9SzAEEMA. Miigwetch.
Boozhoo. SCA has a new student pick-up procedure. Please park in one of the designated pick-up spaces and call the SCA office at 989-775-4453, and your student will be brought out to you. Also, a reminder that we now dismiss at 3:00pm. Miigwetch!
Noojimoo has been enjoying reading in the classroom this week!
Week 2 of March is Reading Month was a reading success!
This week, students made I love Reading headbands, continued to enjoy great books and add to our locker book covers. These amazing covers will be shared over the next two weeks of our March is Reading Month celebration.
Good afternoon,
Attached is a great opportunity for future or current Central Michigan University students. See the link below for more details.
The Native American Scholastic Award is a merit-based award given to a Native American student who has been admitted to Central Michigan University for the first time or is already attending the university.
The American Indian Scholastic Award is given to first-time or continuing CMU students committed to the promotion of Native American culture. The award value will range from $500 to $1500 (based on funds availability). The Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe provides funding for the Scholastic Award. Award winners will be announced at the annual CMU Pow wow on Sunday afternoon. The award can be applied to tuition, fees, books, and/or room and board.
https://www.cmich.edu/ess/cid/NAP/Documents/2021%20Native%20American%20Scholastic%20Award%20Application.pdf
Boozhoo. SCA has updated our Hybrid Learning plan. The new learning plan will begin on Monday, March 15, 2021. Please view the link for more details. https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1159343/Transition_letter_to_parents_3.10.21.pdf
Miigwetch.
SCA continues to celebrate March is Reading month!
Here are links to some fun read alouds: Enjoy!
Catching the Moon by Crystal Hubbard
https://youtu.be/9kTVtML08CE
Carla’s Sandwich by Debbie Herman
https://youtu.be/M-aceEquCtY
The Empty Pot by Demi
https://youtu.be/a9K-sAKdk2Y
As Fast As Words Can Fly by Pamela M. Tuck
https://youtu.be/1_Zk4P50WT4
Zombies Don’t Eat Veggies by Megan and Jorge Lacera
https://youtu.be/cxF5WURk-RY
SCA celebrated the 1st week of March is Reading Month.
Some highlights included a book mark giveaway, read alouds of great books, and sharing favorite books. The students are working on creating (drawing/coloring) the covers of their favorite books. These will be displayed on their lockers so our hallways are lined with books! Photos of their books will be shared later this month!
Keep Reading!
Aanii 5th grade families. Your student should have received enrollment paperwork a few weeks ago from Mount Pleasant Middle School. If you have not had a chance to fill it out or have any questions, please take a few minutes to watch this informational video from the staff at Mount Pleasant Middle School. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B3o6R6tZ68Y&feature=youtu.be This form and other documents can also be found in Mr. Ireland's Google Classroom. Miigwetch.
SCA is be celebrating March is Reading month!
This week, students will be given book marks and creating a book cover for their favorite book.
Here are links to some read alouds you can enjoy!
Arnie the Doughnut by Laurie Keller
https://youtu.be/6E67n1vZZjQ
Harry the Dirty Dog by Gene Zion
https://youtu.be/7j0OY3236jw
Library Lion by Michelle Knudsen
https://youtu.be/T18NCobS43c
I Need My Monster by Amanda Noll
https://youtu.be/QwCxW7Nx4Ec
The Grumpy Monkey by Suzanne Lang
https://youtu.be/wylzbbSL668
Keep Reading!
Mino Gizhep. Don't forget you can check out what is for breakfast and lunch each day on our app or website. You can find daily menus by clicking on the dining icon under the explore tab.
Boozhoo 5th grade families! Please take a few minutes to watch this video from Mount Pleasant Middle School Principal Darby Weaver. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z90RvlyiN8E&feature=youtu.be
Miigwetch.
Attention SCA and Sasiwaans students and families: If you would like to continue receiving breakfast and lunch delivered on days students learn at home during the month of March, please complete the Google Form here https://forms.gle/SYJCiXQPbuLY9Eoq8. Miigwetch.
Due to inclement weather, SCA will be closed today, Monday, February 22, 2021. Miigwetch.
The Destination Dental School Program is a free oppurutnity that would prepare college students for careers in medicine, pharmacy, veterinary medicine, and dentistry. Destination Dental School (DDS) is an intense gateway experience for underrepresented minority students interested in a career in dentistry. The goal of the program is to encourage and increase the number of talented underrepresented students who pursue a career in dentistry. The excellent course is presented by the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine. Students will participate virtually, on Saturdays.
Destination Dental School Application - School of Dental Medicine - University at Buffalo
http://dental.buffalo.edu/about-us/sdm-diversity-and-inclusion/destination-dental-school-application.html?fbclid=IwAR2JTLzLRUh1c1MYlBv7CWxjHeru7Vx6tPSWRBhojvo6XIgodaFurBeyD_I
In our continued effort to support staff in recovering from the side effects of the 2nd round of the COVID-19 vaccine, SCA will be closed tomorrow, Friday, February 19, 2021.
We wish our staff well as they rest and recover. Miigwetch for doing your part in protecting yourselves and our Tribal Community.
In an effort to support staff in recovering from the side effects of the vaccine, SCA will be closed tomorrow, February 18, 2021.
The Saginaw Chippewa Academy and Sasiwaans will be closed today, Tuesday, February 16, 2020 due to inclement weather. Miigwetch.
SCA Families: If you haven't had a chance to complete SCA's Learning Format Preference survey, please take a moment to do so. We really appreciate your feedback. https://forms.gle/BbgHHQDve9tgiDtNA. Miigwetch.
Join the Anishinaabe Bimaadiziwin teachers for LIVE shows on the SCA YouTube Channel. The shows will include songs, stories, teachings and language learning as well as visits from special guests.
Live Show Schedule:
Every Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 8:30am-9:00am.
Saginaw Chippewa Academy YouTube Channel
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCozGuRsX_ZkK18KDq_fImjA
Boozhoo/Aanii Kina Gwaya, (Hello/Hi Everybody)
Here is a review of Animate commands. Kchi Miigwetch for your interest in our Anishinaabemowin.
https://youtu.be/TK4LevTK9z8
Isabelle Osawamick
Anishinaabe Language Revitalization Department
Outreach Language Specialist
Learn how to take off your coat and hat in Anishinaabemowin with Isabelle:
https://youtu.be/TSvN-NClId8
Anishinaabemowin Lesson with Isabelle:
https://youtu.be/6pmgaz6FFUQ
Anishnaabemowin with Isabelle:
https://youtu.be/R05XUDAW5co
Boozhoo. SCA is currently reviewing our learning plan. Please complete this short survey to inform SCA staff of your families preferred learning option. Miigwetch.
https://forms.gle/YS25oiAyYNxBd2A86
Due to inclement weather conditions, the Saginaw Chippewa Academy & Sasiwaans are closed Friday, February 5, 2021. Stay safe and enjoy your snow day!
Noojimoo loves read-alouds at home and is preparing for Reading Month in March.
Joy has been hard at work getting ready to meet all of our SCA & Sasiwaans students. She had to take a rest from all of the excitement with a quick nap. Joy can't wait to meet our Tribal community.
"Council member to become first Tribal representative on Mt. Pleasant School Board"
Congratulations to Tribal Chaplain, Alice Jo Ricketts!
http://www.sagchip.org/tribalobserver/archive/2021-pdf/02012021-v32i02.pdf
Boozhoo SCA Families. We are excited to resume our Hybrid Learning schedule with Group A on Monday, February 1st and Group B on Thursday, February 4th. If you have any questions, please call the office at (989)775-4453. Miigwetch.
Due to unforseen circumstances, Higher Education staff will not be available until Monday, January 25, 2021. The office will remain open to students during regular business hours. Please inquire with either Melissa Isaac or Christina Sharp if visiting or calling the office.
Attention SCA and Sasiwaans students and families: If you would like to continue receiving breakfast and lunch delivered on days students learn at home during the month of February, please complete the Google Form here https://forms.gle/ZNMsViiapZFud4cXA. Miigwetch.
Check out the Michigan Learning Channel for grade level appropriate programming tied to the State of Michigan Learning Standards.
All SCIT Education offices are closed today in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day with the exception of limited services at the Saginaw Chippewa Academy. Miigwetch and have a great day!
Mino Gizhep! Lunches can be picked up at the front entrance of SCA between 11:00am-1:00pm today. Lunches are free of charge and available for any child ages 0-18. Today we are serving a corn dog, baked beans, fruit, juice and milk. Miigwetch.
In order to prepare for the unanticipated extension of the remote learning schedule, school is cancelled on Monday, January 18, 2021.
Lunches will not be delivered but can be picked up at SCA between 11:00am-1:00pm. Work packets will be delivered after 2:00 pm.
Due to flooding issues at SCA, the hybrid return date has been pushed back while we assess the extent of the damage.
For the safety of students and staff, our return date is tentatively scheduled for Monday, February 1, 2021.
Boozhoo/Aanii,
Here is the link for today’s Language lesson. Enjoy learning!
https://youtu.be/85o6VZGtO6M
Isabelle Osawamick
Anishinaabe Language Revitalization Department
Outreach Language Specialist
Boozhoo/Aanii,
Here is the link for Anishinaabemowin on Inanimate vocabulary regarding “Putting on Sock/Socks”. Attached is the transcript.
https://youtu.be/Pmv58V3A5BU
Miigwetch,
Isabelle Osawamick
Anishinaabe Language Revitalization Department
Outreach Language Specialist
We’re thrilled to announce Saginaw Chippewa
Academy’s new app! Connect with SCIT Education, anytime,
anywhere. Download the app on Android:
https://bit.ly/3eJHx5s or iPhone: https://apple.co/3dh6WDc.
Mini Gizhep. All zoom classes and meal delivery will be canceled for today, Tuesday, January 12, 2021. MIIGWETCH.
Boozhoo! SCA will resume our Hybrid Learning schedule (in person) on Monday, January 18, 2021 for group A and Thursday, January 21, 2021 for Group B. At Home Learning is still available for those already enrolled in that learning option. If you would like to change your students learning option before then, please complete and submit the form found here on our website https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/912168/Learning_Scenario_Choice.pdf. Miigwetch.
Welcome back SCA students! We are looking forward to a great second half of the school year!
Boozhoo SCA families and students! We are looking forward to seeing our students back on ZOOM tomorrow morning at 8:30. It's been a long 2 weeks and we have missed you all! Miigwetch.
Mino Niibaanaamang to our SCA Family!
Aanii. If you would like to sign up, or continue to receive Lunch and Breakfast deliveries in January, please fill out the Google form found here https://forms.gle/V6KVeuB185PzGukS8. Miigwetch.
Boozhoo! Today is our last day of school before Winter Break. I hope you all have a relaxing and enjoyable holiday! We look forward to seeing our students back for virtual learning on Monday, January 4, 2021.
Mental Wellness BINGO starts at 7:00! Get out your BINGO cards and daubers :) The ZOOM link can be found in your BINGO packet.
Boozhoo. Tomorrow is a half day of remote learning for students due to staff professional development in the afternoon. Remote learning will end at 11:15am and lunches will still be delivered. Miigwetch.
BINGO packets are gone! We look forward to seeing all of our participants tomorrow night live on ZOOM! Miigwetch.
Boozhoo! BINGO packets for tomorrow night can be picked up at SCA beginning TODAY AT NOON until they are gone. See flyer for more details. Miigwetch.
Please note there will not be meal deliveries tomorrow. Meal delivery will resume on Tuesday. Miigwetch.
Good evening. There will be no virtual learning tomorrow, Monday, December 14th. We encourage you to all rest, play and enjoy your day. Virtual learning will resume on Tuesday, December 15th. Miigwetch.
Family Night: Polar Express Goody Bag
Friday, 12/18/20
12 (noon) while supplies last
Pick Up-Education Administration Building
7444 E. Broadway Rd. Mt. Pleasant
100 bags available-1 bag limit per vehicle
Boozhoo! I hope you are all doing well! Just a reminder that SCA and Project AWARE are hosting a live BINGO game on Tuesday, December 15th at 7:00 pm. SCA students will be receiving their BINGO boards and supplies today with instructions on how to log into the ZOOM meeting. If there are other members of the household who would like to play as well, you can stop by SCA on Monday, December 14th starting at 12:00 to pick up supplies. Supplies and participation is limited to the first 100 people to pick up supplies on Monday. This event is also open to the community, but supplies must be picked up to be able to participate in this event. We will have lots of great prizes and guest BINGO callers, so I hope you can all join us! If you have questions, please call SCA at 775-4453. See flyer for more details https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1040869/2020_Mental_Wellness_Bingo_FD.pdf
Attention SCIT Juniors and Seniors! Get paid for being dual-enrolled. Find more information here!
https://5il.co/hx0f
SCIT Scholarship Information can be accessed here!
https://5il.co/hx0e
A message from Lifetouch regarding school picture day:
Under the current circumstances of the continuing COVID19 surge and out of an abundance of caution, we have made the difficult business decision to postpone your December 14, 2020 Picture Day until after the holidays in January, 2021. Please accept our sincere apologies for the inconvenience for you, your school, students and families.
We know Picture Day is important to you and your families and we value our partnership as your school picture company.
When we resume photography, we will continue to follow strict health and safety protocols because the health and safety of our customers and our employees is our highest priority. We will continue to be available and in contact with you as the situation evolves.
Again, we apologize for this inconvenience and look forward to being in your school as soon as possible. In the meantime, we share our best wishes for your safety and well-being, and that of your families and school community during the holiday season.
Sincerely,
Be Safe, Stay Healthy!
Boozhoo! Join us for a fun evening of BINGO and prizes! This event will be brought to you live on ZOOM and will be held on Tuesday, December 15th at 7:00pm. You can pick up your BINGO supplies from SCA on Monday, December 14th starting at 12:00pm until supplies are gone. We hope to see you there!
Boozhoo. Just a reminder remote learning for all students starts tomorrow. We look forward to seeing our students via ZOOM tomorrow morning at 8:30. Miigwetch.
SCA Learning Schedule
A change/update to SCA's learning format.
An Announcement from Sasiwaans Immersion School.
Boozhoo. Just a reminder that SCA offers FREE lunch and breakfast deliveries to our students on days they learn from home. We are also able to provide meals for any child (ages 0-18) in the home as well. If you would like to sign your household up for meal delivery, please complete the form at https://forms.gle/vbuQTmu3Ab4xX5PA9. If you are already receiving meal deliveries, please complete the form to continue this service for the month of December. If you have any questions, please call the office at 989-775-4453. Miigwetch.
We will see our students tomorrow, Monday, November 16, 2020 as normally scheduled. Enjoy the rest of your night.
Happy Halloween! Stay healthy and safe. Click this link to watch Mitigomish on his trick or treating adventure! https://youtu.be/VaL2Lbsn5dk
Mino Gizhep! Tomorrow is picture day at SCA for Group B and At Home learners. Pictures will be taken in the SCA cafeteria between 9:00am-12:00pm. At Home learners can stop in anytime during that time frame. No appointments are necessary. If you have any questions, please call the office at (989)775-4453.
Boozhoo! Picture Day for Group B and At Home Learners will be this Friday, October 23rd from 9:00am-12:00pm in the SCA cafeteria. At Home Learners can stop in during that time to have their pictures taken. No appointments are necessary. If you have any questions, please call the office at (989)775-4453. Miigwetch.
Aanii! The Greater Lansing Food Bank is providing a Drive-Through Mobile Food Distribution tomorrow in the Black Elk parking lot. Registration begins at 10:00 and food will be distributed from 11:00-1:00 (or until all food is distributed). Please see attached link for more details. Miigwetch. https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/969888/Food_Distribution.pdf
Boozhoo. The end of the first marking period is just 2 weeks away (October 30). The school year is really flying by! Please make sure to check your student's Google Classroom or contact their teacher to see if they have any missing assignments that need to be turned in. If you have any additional questions, feel free to call the office at (989)775-4453. Miigwetch.
Boozhoo. The water issue at SCA has been resolved. Regular in person classes can resume on Monday, October 12 . Miigwetch.
Due to a water main break, the SCA building is closed for the remainder of the week, and no staff or students can be onsite. Group B students will be contacted by their teacher to receive information on how they can stay academically engaged and learn remotely. Once the school can reopen you will be informed. Miigwetch.
Check out this year's school picture options and even order online with the Saginaw Chippewa Academy Lifetouch Flyer here:
https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/950613/Saginaw_Chippewa_Academy_Flyer.pdf
Boozhoo. At home learners can stop in to SCA to have their picture taken until 12:00 pm today. If you missed today's session, Group B and At Home Learners will have another opportunity for pictures this Friday, October 9th from 8:00am-12:00pm.
Click here to meet Mitigomin miinwaa Mitigomish! https://youtu.be/N0pxX5g1w_I
Students and families who need support with managing zoom meetings, Google classroom
and/or any other aspect of remote learning are invited to come with phones, laptops,
Chromebooks, etc. to receive technical support from SCA teachers and K-12 staff next Thursday, October 1st. See flyer for details.
"Take Care of Our Bodies Tuesday"
1. Be Physical
2. Wear Red
3. Healthy Snack: Annie's Cheddar Bunny Crackers
OR
4. Drink Water
Don't forget to post #WellnessAWARE
Today we kick off Mino-Bimaadiziwin Wellness Week at SCA. Today is Mindfulness Monday so SCA students will enjoy a healthy snack and are encouraged to wear yellow or their favorite "thinking cap". At Home learners can send a picture of themselves participating in wellness week to be entered into a prize drawing.
A very thoughtful message from the CMU Women's Lacrosse team! We are also thankful for a strong, meaningful SCIT & CMU partnership.
https://vimeo.com/457028465/29dddcff76
Picture Day will be on Monday, October 5th for students in Group A, and on Friday, October 9th for students in Group B. Our At Home Learners can choose to come in either day between 8:00am-12:00pm to have their picture taken as well.
Welcome to our new app! We appreciate our families and community. Don't forget to enable "push notifications!"
Boozhoo,
Miigwetch for your continued support of our Tribal School. So far the school year is off to a great start. We appreciate everyone’s patience and understanding as we transition into this new way of learning. As always, the health and safety of our students, staff and community are always our top priority. In order to keep everyone who chooses face to face learning (part of the Hybrid option) safe, we will have a cap on the number of students per class. Each classroom will not exceed 10 students per group. As of right now, there is room for students who may choose to switch from At Home Learning to our Hybrid option. As a reminder, students who choose the Hybrid option will learn in school 2 days a week (either Monday/Tuesday for Group A, or Thursday/Friday for Group B) and will learn from home the other 3 days a week. If you are interested in changing your students learning option, there is a form you will need to complete and return to SCA. Once we receive your request form, and a spot is available, we will contact you to inform you of which group your child will be in. The learning scenario choice form can be found in the Documents section of our website at https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/912168/Learning_Scenario_Choice.pdf.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the SCA office at (989)775-4453.
Joy and Noojimo paid us a visit today! They can't wait to join us and meet all of you!
FREE Lunch/Breakfast delivery for SCA students when they are learning from home! If you are interested in receving meals delivered to your SCA student(s) on days they learn from home, please complete the Google form form found at the following link https://forms.gle/YGNThCzhYCC4AVpn9
Miigwetch.
SCA's 2020-2021 school calendar can be found in the documents section of our website. You can also click here to view it. https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/899270/SCA_School_Calendar_2020-2021.pdf
Miigwetch.
What a great first day for our Group A and At Home learners! I can't wait to see the rest of our students on Thursday!
Miigwetch to our friends, the CMU Women's Lacrosse Team, for this generous donation of school supplies. Our students will definitely be putting these to use!
Kindergarten Registration is tomorrow (see events tab) at SCA from 5-6pm. Parents can fill out registration packets - please bring student's birth certificate, tribal ID, and updated immunization record (copies will be made). Students can meet their new teacher and 'peek' into the classroom. All students will receive a goodie bag. Have questions? Call 989-775-4453. Miigwetch (thanks)!
1. Each household that comes to get a backpack will recieve a "care bundle." (See the hygiene and cleaning products below).
***WHILE SUPPLIES LAST***
-Miigwetch to our friends at P&G's Native American Affinity Group and their transportation partners Matthews 25 Ministries for nominating and selecting our Tribal school for their generous donation!
2. Tina's Frybread (Drive-Thru) will be on hand selling: Frybread, Blanket Dogs and Indian Tacos. All proceeds will go to the Education Department!
We hope to see you and your students at our Back to School Drive-Thru Event!!
Have a sneak peek at 1 of our learning options for the upcoming school year! We hope you all are staying healthy and safe.
Deb, Lee, Olivia, Rachel, Nathan, Melissa, April helped make room at ZCS for a big surprise. Stay tuned.
SCA is a Tribal, community-driven school. If you are a current SCA family, are considering SCA for your child or are a concerned family/tribal community member we want to hear from you on the coming school year.
Please inform us on what our Tribal community wants for our Tribal students during this time of COVID-19 by clicking on the link and taking this short survey.
https://forms.gle/4rqbeGsCmcKXSYHdA
https://www.iitc.org/gizhaadaandaa-minomin/
Special invitation to Indigenous Youth from Wild Rice Nations and anybody interested in returning to this way of life.
Join us Wednesday July 08, 2020 at 4:00pm EST for the Center for Native American Youth's Tele-Native Youth Webinar series as we discuss the importance of the environment and connecting to the outdoors. Dallas Goldtooth (Mdewakanton Dakota/Dińe), Organizer for the Indigenous Environmental Network & Co-founder of The 1491's; Kristen Ragain, Co-op & Vice-President of the REI Foundation; Owen Oliver (Quinault (Chinook)/Isleta Pueblo), Secretary of Youth Advisory Board and 2020 Champion for Change; and Autumn Harry (Numu/Diné), Indigenous Geographer and Generation Indigenous Ambassador; will engage in a meaningful conversation moderated by Chance Rush (Hidatsa).
4 days of Virtual LaCrosse Camp featuring the Iroquois Nationals!! Register your 6th-11th grade youth today! Space is limited to the first 250!
To register, click on the link below:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdzkxF7pmaBupuRkUU3witJeUFPBN7jQRcRM_ighGkSn2pT1A/viewform
There are still a few spots left.
Mask Giveaway for Tribal Members: Thursday, July 2nd from 9-4:00 at the old Tribal Ops Building!
Miigwetch to our Mrs. Hotchkiss, Miss Foley and Ms. Michelle for volunteering their time to the Drive-Through Mobile Food Distribution sponosored by the Greater Lansing Foodbank.
Chi-Miigwetch Bernie and Bonnie S for your SCA support! Our students thank you!
Shout out to Judge Shannon and his wife for supporting SCA! We are very appreciative!
Miigwetch for being an SCA Parent Supporter Angel J! We appreciate you!
Aanii. Chromebooks can be returned this week in the SCA parking lot between 11:30am-1:00pm. You can also pick up your students personal belongings at this time. Miigwetch.
Chromebook return will be on Tuesday, June 9th from 9am-2pm in the SCA parking lot. You will also be albe to pick up student personal items during this time as well. Miigwetch.
Boozhoo! SCA will continue our Meet Up and Eat Up breakfast and lunch program throughout the summer. Meals will be served Monday-Friday curbside from 11:30-1:00. See menu and flyer for details. https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/742306/Meet_Up_and_Eat_Up_Summer_2020.jpg
https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/742307/June_2020_-_Breakfast-Lunch_Meet_Up_and_Eat_Up.pdf
Boozhoo! Today is the last day of school for SCA students. I hope you all have a fun and safe summer. Please take a few moments to read our End of School Year letter. Miigwetch. https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/740163/EOY_Letter.pdf
5th Grade Graduation
Aanii,
Information related to Graduation 2020 is now available within the Google Classroom.
Kinomaage inini Ireland will also be emailing the relevant documents to families this evening. If you read the email, please reply to me that you will be attending. I will be calling parents tomorrow of those that have not replied.
Miigwetch!
Hello all! Today on my teacher page and also in my Google classroom, you will find hacks for our furry friends! Enjoy your day!
Wow, our school dogs love storytime!! Noojimoo is the one looking at the girl reading, and Joy is the one looking at the book.
Paper packets will be available for SCA students tomorrow from 10am-3pm in the SCA parking lot. See flyer for details. https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/708197/Packet_Pick-Up_5.20.20.pdf
Happy Monday! Check out my teacher page for survival hacks! These hacks are amazing! So grab a piece of paper and pencil to take some notes. Share hacks with your family and try some!
Did you figure out answer to riddle?! The answer is a coin!
Riddle of the Day!
What is brown or silver, has a head and a tail but no arms or legs?
Send me your answers! Answer will be revealed tomorrow. Also check out my page for how to create an organizer for all those pesky cords using boxes and toilet paper rolls!
Zoom meeting today at 2:00pm. Check my teacher page for meeting information
SCA students that have not received a chromebook to borrow can pick them up on Wednesday, May 13, 2020 between 11:00am and 1:00 pm.
Friday, May 15 is National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day! Hopefully you can make some chocolate chip cookies with your student that day! (Friday, May 15!)
Mno Dbishkan Zhingobiins (Ms. Stevens)! Enjoy your special day! We love you!
Paper packets will be available for pick up tomorrow, Wed., May 6th at SCA from 10a-3p. See link for details.
https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/694737/Packet_Pick-Up.pdf
Zoom meeting today at 2:00 pm
See my teacher page for details!
Boozhoo! Please check out two tutorial videos on bathroom cleaning hacks and other cleaning hacks using non toxic products. There is also a document that list all the materials needed you can find under my teacher page
Check out my Homemade Cleaning Supplies and Uses on my Teacher Page!
Please join me at 2:00pm today if you have any questions, concerns, need help or just want to chat! Meeting information can be found on my teacher page!
Meet Joy & Noojimoo! They are in training right now, but will be working at SCA and Sasiwaans once they finish learning their jobs.
For parents experiencing trouble viewing Youtube videos on SCA Chromebooks, watch this short tutorial to fix the issue: https://youtu.be/3MFLiO28Ypo
Good afternoon and happy Monday! Just an update. My videos will be found on our YouTube site.
Mino Giizhap! Welcome to our first Monday Morning Lodge Gathering. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CH-qJTh9xds&feature=youtu.be
Important announcement regarding SCA's Remote Learning Adventure: https://youtu.be/2JRKMLqQ900
If you are new to Google Classroom, please access this brief Youtube video to learn some basics. We hope this helps. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZXgPXJVz9U
I can't wait to "see"see all of you on Monday. Please try logging in using your @sagchipschool.net accounts. If you have any issues, please email me at jphelps@sagchipschool.net. We go live Monday at 9:30am with the AB team and live with me at 10:30am.
Boozhoo SCA Students and Families. This Monday, April 27, 2020 will have our first Virtual SCA Lodge Gathering at 9:30am! Excited to start our week with a Virtual Welcome Back to SCA! A link to access to our Live Feed will be on your Teacher's Google Classroom page. See you all on Monday!
The lessons for coming week will be as follows:
• The importance of maintaining and creating a schedule
• Homemade masks without sewing
• Homemade cleaning products
A short tutorial video clip will be included along with a document with directions and a list of supplies found under “Documents” on my teacher page.
If your student is having difficulty remembering their login information, you may contact Miss Kelly via email anytime and she can help you: kwoodworth@sagchip.org
Please join Ms. Michelle and Ms. Tahsheenah for a LIVE virtual school tour. We will be making stops throughout the school. If we are really lucky we may even get a glimpse of the elusive and delightful Lunch Lady - Ms. Bridget!
Details in the Counselor Corner!
I can't wait to see all of you on Monday. Please try logging in using you @sagchipschool.net accounts. If you have any issues, please email me at mireland@sagchipschool.net. We go live Monday at 9:30am with the AB team and live with me at 2pm.
Boozhoo kinaawiiya! Hello everyone! So... Monday (04/27/20) is when the Remote Learning Adventure begins! Are you ready!? Check your student email accounts and join your Cultural and Academic Google Classrooms! It's about to BLAST OFF! "Stoodis!"
Aanii SCA Students and Families, I hope everyone is finding beauty in the month of April. I look forward to this coming Monday, April 27, 2020. Our first Virtual Monday Morning Ceremony! To our Niizho-gamig (2nd Grade) A warm Mino Dibishkaanan to Angela, Myleyah and Terrilyn!!
Hope you all enjoy this great adventure on the Kindergarten Learning Express.
Boozhoo! I hope everyone is doing well and look forward to “seeing” you all soon😊
2nd Grade Birthday shout outs to: Myleyah, Terrilyn and Angela! Hope your birthdays were amazing! 🎂 🎁 🎈 💜
SCA & Education Staff Are Missing You!
