Mescalero Girls Circle Empowerment Program
Mescalero Boys & Girls Club attend Legislative Days
Last week, the Mescalero Boys & Girls Club attended Legislative Days at the New Mexico State Capital. Club members met with Governor Michelle Lujan-Grisham and were recognized on the Senate floor by Senator Cliff Pirtle.
New Mexico Governor declares February 7th as American Indian Day throughout the State of New Mexico
The Great Kindness Challenge
Mescalero Elementary is about to join with 15 million students in 28,000+ schools and 115 countries to spread kindness across campus, the community and the world from Feb.11-21. As part of THE GREAT KINDNESS CHALLENGE, kids PK-5 are asked to complete a checklist of Acts of Kindness by Thursday 2/20, cover the school with messages of kindness, and involve their families in community service and a poster making contest.
The celebration assemblies will be held in the Mescalero Apache School Auditorium the morning of Friday, February 21. Grades PK-2 will gather at 9 am and grades 3-5 will meet at 10 am. ALL ARE ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND! If you are not a staff member, please arrive early to check-in with the wonderful women at the Front Desk.
If you are interested in making a donation for any of the prize drawings for kids who complete the Great Kindness Challenge checklist (see below), please contact Hilary Gunby at email: [email protected] or by phone 817-705-6698.
There will be prize drawings for grades PK-2 and for 3-5, as well as a group winner for the Family Poster Contest. Every participating student receives a certificate and a small prize.
Administrative Leave
2020 Group Mission Camps
Mescalero Gas Company
The Gas Company will be doing weekend deliveries starting this weekend, January 25 & 26, 2020. The kiosk can accept cash and credit card payments. However, the kiosk cannot accept credit card payments over the phone. The kiosk weekend hours are 7AM-5PM. Last call is at 2:00 PM.
*Minimum order is $120.00 for weekend deliveries.
For more information call the Gas Company at 575-464-4323.
2020 Hunter Safety Classes
February 8-9, 2020
February 15-16, 2020 8:00 am to 5:00 pm both days.
Students please bring a sack lunch and water to drink. Children under 11 require adult supervision at all times.
Registration Online at http://www.wildlife.state.nm.us/education/hunter-education/course-schedule/
Stop by the Conservation Office for a workbook.
Questions? Contact Hunter Education Instructors: Ruben Peralta, Ryan Martinez or Jacob Mendez at 575-464-9324
Location will be announced at a later date.
2020 Tribal Inauguration
Tribal Council
Alfred LaPaz, returns from his last term as Tribal Council back in 2016, “I’m looking forward to working together.” He says. Alfred has over ten years of expertise in fulfilling the role as Tribal Council.
Fernando Rocha begins another two year term as a member of the Tribal Council. During his speech, he mentions that in order to lessen hardships that the Council may encounter, collaborating with one another will be easier.
Merilee Garcia is the newest member to the Tribal Council. With background in BIA services, she is ready to work in collaboration with everyone.
Frederick Chino Sr. also returns being a member of the Tribal Council. He has served as a Councilman, Vice-President, and President in past years. Having quite the knowledge of the Mescalero Apache Tribe Constitution instilled in him, Frederick has a wealth of wisdom and guidance to share with his fellow Council members. When given the chance to speak after he was administered the oath, Frederick first thanked the people, especially the elderly, for allowing him to serve another two years.
Eddie Martinez, the New Vice President
Eddie Martinez is now the Vice President after serving one year as a Tribal Council member. While on Council, Eddie served on the Tribal Programs and Tribal Resources Committees. Housing is a matter that is important to Eddie and says he will continue his positive efforts on improving housing.
President Aguilar of the Mescalero Apache Tribe
The newly sworn in Mescalero Apache Tribe President, Gabe Aguilar, withholds five consecutive terms serving as a Tribal Council member and Vice President combined. Gabe has served the Tribe for a number of years and has tremendous knowledge and expertise in being a leader. He first mentions the importance of having an open door policy meaning he is available to meet with people on the day-to-day to basis. He feels that listening to the people and talking with them about their concerns is key in helping them find solutions. While speaking about the Tribe’s accomplishments, goals, and anticipated economic development thus far, he expressed his gratitude to his family, friends, supporters and God for his successful campaign.
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