37th PIBBA Annual International Conference a Success!

The 37^th Annual Pacific Islands Bilingual Bicultural Association (PIBBA) Conference was a success! The conference theme, Our Language & 

Culture are the Roots of Our Lives, was highlighted in each of the conference days from June 25-29, 2018. It was natural to hear everyone singing the PIBBA song, which includes all the languages of the region, such as the following chorus: “Iokwe, Raan Annim, Kaselehlia, Alii, Aloha, Olomwaay, Hafa Dei, Tuwoh, Mogethin, Talofa.”

Among the entities that attended the conference are CNMI, Republic of Palau, Pohnpei, Hawaii, and Guam. The mission of PIBBA is to bring these entities together to promote cultural and language activities by disseminating information, involving communities, and encouraging quality education programs through the western Pacific.

Deep gratitude goes out to all PIBBA Conference steering committee members, and all the entities that joined us to make the 37^th Anuual PIBBA Conference a memorable event that will always be remembered! Kalahngan! Si Yu’os Ma’ase’! Mesulang! Kuloh!  Kinissow! Kommol! Kammagar!

Enjoy the following PIBBA Snapshots! 

Happy Father's Day!

Happy Father's Day, and God Bless all fathers who make a difference in the lives of their children.

The following is a poem I wrote in dedication to my father.

My Tata

Tata

Tata…
I love you more than words can say
For all that you are
And all that you do
To provide for us all.
And your stern, yet caring ways
Instill us with a stamina to succeed
To reach beyond the limits
And keep going for victory!
So Tata,
Just know that I care too…
Hu guaiya hao!
© mnrivera

Kinalamten Gi Pasifiku Now Available

Hafa Adai! Kinalamten Gi Pasifiku can now be purchased both online and in local bookstores.

Here is the link to the book on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/0999655701

The book is also available for sale at the UOG Triton Bookstore, the Guam Museum Store, Faith Bookstore, Bonita Baby, and the Guam Artists Boutique at CHamoru Village.

AUX-12 Certificate

ND Golden Jubilee - Aug. 19

Father's Day Storytelling Event - June 14

PCLES Certificate of Appreciation - 2018

It is always nice to be recognized for the service and dedication I have spent much effort on to make a difference in one way or another to ultimately benefit our students.  Si Yu'os Ma'ase'!

Let us remember...

On this Memorial Day, let us remember all those soldiers, sailors, airmen, Coasties, and Marines, who sacrificed their lives, so that we may be safe from harm. They will always be remembered!

PIBBA 2018 Invitation

Mother's Day Storytelling - May 10

🌺 When: 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., Thursday, May 10, 2018 🌺 Where: Chamorro Village main pavilion 🌺 We hope to see you there!

IRA May 2018 Newsletter

Congratulations Latte Tones and Julia!

Kudos to the Latte Tones aka UOG University Singers for their amazing finale concert tonight!  Congratulations, Julia, on your special recognition for being one of the members whose name will be added to the plaque of honored University Singers.  We wish you continued success!

Completion of AUXLAMS Part A!

I completed Part A of the USCG AUXLAMS course this week!  I hope to finish Part B soon.  Si Yu'os Ma'ase'!

AUXLAMS Graduation - April 2018, Huntington, West Virginia

Pictured L-R:  Cecilia Bethoney, AUXLAMS Instructor; Dr. Michael Brzezicki, AUXLAMS Instructor and Division Chief - Leadership Development Courses; Dr. Matilda Naputi Rivera, AUXLAMS student/VFC/PA/CS - Guam Flotilla 140-02-24; and Duncan Wilkinson, DSO-MT 082.

Join us for the 2018 PIBBA Conference!

"Our Language & Culture are The Roots of Our Lives"

Hafa Adai! PIBBA International proudly announces that the 37th Annual International PIBBA Conference will be held June 25-29, 2018 in the beautiful island of Saipan, CNMI. We hope to see you there!

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Sponsored by: Pacific Islands Bilingual Bicultural Association (PIBBA) International and CNMI Chapter .
The PIBBA Conference is an annual event in which Western Pacific educators are provided with opportunities for professional growth and cultural enrichment. This year's conference offers a wonderful selection of traditional, innovative, and practical workshops, presented by creative and imaginative educators and cultural leaders from the Pacific islands.

Download Call for Presenters Form

Download Registration Form

Download Exhibit Form

Click here for more information on the hotel and car rental rates.

We are pleased to announce that PIBBA Conference participants will be given a special discount. However, you must present your conference registration form and make the reservation at your local United Airlines office during the travel period of June 18, 2018 to July 6, 2018. The travel must also be completed by July 6, 2018. When making a reservation, mention reference code GC1805. Click here to view details of the special United Airlines discount.

Please visit the PIBBA website  at http://pibbainternational.blogspot.com for more updates.

SI YU'OS MA'ASE'!

ESL Professional Development - March 19

Pictured L-R:  Cecilia Champion, ESL Coordinator & ESL Cadre Member; Dr. Matilda Naputi Rivera, ESL Coordinator & ESL Cadre Member; Dr. Martha Trejo, Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol (SIOP) Trainer; Dawn Maka, ESL Teacher; and Lois T. Gumataotao, ESL Teacher.