Each year we have a reward dinner for returning students who have not had a drug/alcohol incident report from the previous year.  This year 39 returning students qualified to go on the “dine out”.  On Friday, August 27th, we went to Los Five Amigos Mexican Restaurant and enjoyed a delicious Mexican meal.  There were plenty of chips, salsa, great food and smiles for everyone. Activity chaperon and RRH Counselor, Jeanene “Tazhii” Julander said, “The students seemed to enjoy the opportunity and were quite well behaved.”  Congratulations to each of you for making positive choices

Tribal councilmen, governing board members, community leaders, families and friends converged on the Snow College Richfield Campus on Monday, May 24th to honor the Richfield Residential Hall Class of 2010. Everyone enjoyed a delicious meal, traditional entertainment and inspiring messages from Tribal leaders and students alike.

Mr. Workman welcomed guests to the event and thanked everyone for taking the time to honor these young people in this way. He concluded his brief remarks by encouraging the students to view this evening as the beginning of an exciting journey as opposed to the end of school. He reminded the students that they are capable of anything they can dream if they are willing to work hard for it.

Utah Army National Guard Private First Class, Trevor Benally (RRH Class of 2009) and Private First Class Joe Eckersly conducted a flag ceremony that was followed by RRH Senior, Serena Lane, leading the Pledge of Allegiance in Navajo.  RRH Student Body President Lecallin Cly then opened the meeting with a prayer and each senior introduced themselves in Navajo prior to sitting with their families. Senior class sponsor, Jason Taylor, served as the Master of Ceremonies for the evening.

Shawn Todacheenie performed an awesome Grass Dance. Other performances during the evening included a Basket Dance and Ribbon Dance by the Senior Girls and an Apache Crown Dance by the Senior Boys. They all did an outstanding job, and everyone enjoyed them immensely.

RRH Governing Board President, Stanley Yazzie, gave some wise counsel to the students prior to introducing the keynote speaker: Mr. Lemual Adson, Arizona Navajo North Education Line Officer.  Mr. Adson provided many words of wisdom to the graduates; including, “be a good friend,” “work hard,” and “believe in yourself.” Following his speech, Taniele Yazzie and Branden Sanderson presented Mr. Adson with a beautiful bolo tie that was handmade by our own Mr. Adison (aka, Cheii).

Valedictorian and Salutatorian Serena Lane and Althea John provided a heartfelt expression of appreciation to the parents, family members and staff of RRH for providing them so many opportunities to learn and grow. Althea John and Riva Chief prepared a fun slide show for everyone’s enjoyment while dinner was served. Graduates were honored with gifts and awards from both Richfield Residential Hall and the Sevier School District Title VII program (thanks Sophie).

Navajo Nation Tribal Council Members Andy Ayze, Raymond Maxx, Bobby Robbins, Willie Tracy Jr., and Elmer Milford were kind enough to make the trip all the way to Richfield to honor our graduating seniors. As members of the Education Committee of the Navajo Nation Council, they each provided some inspiring counsel not only to the graduates, but to all in attendance. We would like to thank all who have done so much to provide these opportunities and to support these great young people in their quest to be their best in all things.

Special thanks to San Rafael Works Cowboy Catering for making such an excellent meal and for being so flexible with our time schedule!

RICHFIELD HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES

Cherish Begay, Natasha Bitsinnie, Dennisha Bradley, Kerwin Chee

Rachel Ellis, Ashley Mego, Shawn Todacheenie, Jaclyn Boone

Latrisha Blackstar, Warren Brown, Branden Sanderson, Evander Dutchie

SOUTH SEVIER HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES

DeVonte Charlie, Merle Watchman, Riva Chief, LeCallin Cly

Greg Clyde, Dedrick Hoschain, Althea John, Serena Lane

Tanielle Yazzie
From the staff of Richfield Residential Hall, we wish you much success and happiness!

Latrisha Blackstar, a senior, was given an Athletic Letter for her participation on the Richfield High School track team on May 18th. She has been a valuable asset to the cross country and track team for the past two years. Latrisha first started running in the 3rd grade and since that time, has won over 100 medals & trophies! After graduation, she would like to attend the University of Oklahoma (OU) and run for the Sooners! Good luck Latrisha! Latrisha is the daugther Tommy & Lorraine Allen of Page.

Receiving academic honors at Richfield High School were Dennisha Bradley, a senior, and Ariana Mego, a freshmen. Dennisha received outstanding honors in English and in the high school division at the Snow College Skills Olypmics she placed 2nd in Mechanical Drawing and placed 3rd in Drawing. She is the daughter of Sherri Bradley of Kayenta. Ariana Mego received a certificate of recognition & outstanding achievement in Algebra I. She is the daugther of Earl Benally & LaVerne Mego, Leupp.

Receiving recognition at South Sevier High School was Brittney Etsitty a sophomore. She placed 3rd in Region Drama for Classical Scenes and was a part of the Region Drama championship group. At state she received straight superior ratings on a play and one scene. Brittney was very active in the drama club throughout the year. She is the daughter of Bobby & Daphne Etsitty of St. Michaels. Lucy Slick, a sophomore at Richfield High school, received outstanding honors in Algebra II and Biology. She is the daughter of George & Lucinda Slick of Shonto.

You could say Shaquira is an all-around athelete and student at South Sevier High School. She’s involved in volleyball, basketball, and track. Also, she found time to participate in the Miss Future Farmer’s of America pageant, placing 2nd, she sang a Navajo birthday song in the Native Week assembly, she participated in the choir, and she’s a talented cello player.

Shaquira’s latest accomplishments were in track! At Region she placed 2nd in the high jump. At the BYU Invitational, she placed 2nd in the discus (throwing 100′ 8″), 5th in the shot put, 5th in the high jump, and received the Outstanding Female Field Athlete 1A-2A DivisionAward. Shaquira is a junior at South Sevier High School and plans to become a pediatrician. She is the daugther of Leslie Jensen of Window Rock

April Students of the Month

Brittney Etsitty, a sophomore at South Sevier High School, she is the daugther of Bobby & Daphne Etsitty, of St. Michaels, AZ and Kerwin Chee, a senior at Richfield High School, he is the son of Richard & Joann Chee, of Hite, UT

May Students of the Month

Latrisha Blackstar, a senior at Richfield High School, she is the daughter of Tommy & Lorraine Allen, Page, AZ and Fabeian Toledo, a junior at Richfield High School, he is the son of Patricia John, of Dennehotso, AZ

South Sevier Softball will soon be coming to a close…the Rams have done really well this season! April 16th & 17th, they attended a Brigham Young University softball game and participated in the “Swing for Life” tournament in Salt Lake City, the tournament was a fund raiser for cancer treatment. The Rams took on Altamont, North Summit, Hillcrest, and Judge Memorial….the Rams were victorious in defeating in all four teams! On May 6th through May 8th the Rams will be participating in the State softball tournament in Spanish Fork. Playing for the Rams are Brittnay Harvey, a sophomore, the daugther of Nancy Shepherd, Tuba City, and Nakoa Harvey, a freshmen, the daugther of Jacinta Tullie, Chinle.