Be the change you want to see in this world

"Winning starts in the mind. Whatever the mind can conceive, it will achieve."
-Joaquin Nangauta Naputi

"Be the change you want to see in the world."
-Mahatma Gandhi

Thursday, April 11, 2024

April Diversity Highlights



April is Celebrate Diversity Month, National Autism Awareness Month, Poetry Month, and more!  It is a time dedicated to recognizing and honoring the diversity surrounding us and the beauty of poetry that exists. It's an opportunity to embrace and learn from differences in gender, race, ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation, and more, enriching our understanding and acceptance of the vast tapestry of human experience. Celebrate Diversity Month encourages actions such as being considerate to everyone, listening to people from diverse cultures, and learning more about different cultures and lifestyles. This initiative highlights the importance of creating inclusive environments where every individual feels valued and respected, pushing us out of our comfort zones to explore new perspectives and celebrate the unique contributions of all.  

Check out our Diversity Calendar for other April celebrations, such as World Health Day, National Library Week, Volunteer Recognition Day, World Creativity And Innovation Day, Earth Day, and more!  Also, don’t forget to join us for the D204 Lions International Easter Story Time Literacy Partnership event to hear meaningful and relevant stories and a special message from Coastie!

Saturday, March 30, 2024

Guam Delegation at the 53rd NABE Conference

The Guam Delegation takes a pose at the Hilton Riverside, New Orleans, Louisiana during the 53rd Annual National Association for Bilingual Education (NABE) Conference.  The theme of the conference is Celebrating Heritage Language and Its Role in Promoting Multilingualism, Multiliteracy, and Multiculturalism!  The conference was held March 26-30, 2024.  Pictured L-R:  Karen Alvia, Dr. Matilda Naputi Rivera,  NABE President Evelyn De Jesus, Bert Yamasta, Elmer Alves, and Barbara Tainatongo.

API SIG.  Pictured L-R:  Eddie Park, Newly-elected API-SIG Chair; Bert Yamasta; Barbara Tainatongo; Dr. Matilda Naputi Rivera, Newly-elected API-SIG Co-Chair; and Mary Khris Fleur.


Dr. Rivera shared her presentation titled Fostering Language and History through Storytelling.


Jimmy Santos Teria, CHamoru Studies Administrator, shared his presentation via Zoom titled, The CHamoru Language & Culture Program's (CLCP) Role in Promoting Multilingualism, Multiliteracy and Multicuralism.

Edward Park shared his presentation titled, Wong Avery Global Languages for Elementary Students.

You Have the Power Presentation with Dr. ET.  Pictured L-R:  Barbara Tainatongo, Bert Yamasta, Dr. ET, and Dr. Matilda Naputi Rivera.


Dr. Matilda Naputi Rivera and the NABE Conference Steering Committee.

Dr. Rivera and Judith take a pose.





The National Association for Bilingual Education is the only nationwide network of professionals dedicated to serving English language learners in the United States via education programs and legislative advocacy. For the past four decades, NABE has been committed to excellence in bilingual and biliteracy education for all students through enriched educational programs and intensive professional development for teachers, administrators, professors, policymakers and parents. Additionally, NABE provides extensive research in the field via its Bilingual Research Journal, NABE Perspectives, NABE Journal of Research and Practice and the NABE eNews. NABE is committed to promoting programs and innovations that prepare our nation's students to be fluently bilingual, technologically creative, globally competitive and well-rounded world citizens by advancing legislation and policies at both the state and national levels that best serve language minority students.


Source:  NABE.org

Sunday, March 24, 2024

Special Olympics Memorable!

Si Yu'os Ma'ase' to our GIFLC members who participated in the 2024 Special Olympics at Okkodu High School on March 23, 2024!  Our very own Leo Joaquin Rivera was one of the athletes representing Southern High School.  He received the silver in running and bronze in softball.  Kudos, Kinny & GIFLC!  Continue to make a difference!

GIFLC Leo receives the silver medal in running

GIFLC at the 2024 Special Olympics

Leo Kinny is ready for the 2024 Special Olympics

The Lions are in the house!

Leo Kinny shows off his medals.

Sunday, March 10, 2024

D204 Lions Clubs Easter Saturday Story Time - April 6

Join us for the D204 Lions Clubs Easter Story Time on Saturday, April 6, 2024.  Register at https://bit.ly/lionsclubreading We look forward to seeing you there! 🦁 🐇📚😀

Sunday, February 25, 2024

Calling All Youth Musicians on Saturdays @ the Micro Mall

Attention all young musicians! Join the 2026 Youth Orchestra Tumon Bay on Saturdays starting March 2 from 3-5 p.m.at the Micronesian Mall for a musical gathering like no other. No audition necessary - all instruments are welcome!


Quality of Life Expo Meaningful!

The Quality of Life Expo held February 24, 2024 at the UOG Field House was a success!  Si Yu’os Ma’ase’ & kudos to all! 

Our USO familia takes a pose!

Tatuha Cultural Dancers share the island spirit!

721st Army band performs live at the Expo. 

Saturday, February 17, 2024

Guam ACTE Summit Workshop Presentation - Feb. 17

 

Guam ACTE Summit 2024 Workshop.  Dr. Matilda Naputi Rivera conducted a special presentation on using digital storytelling as a culturally responsive instructional strategy on February 17, 2024 at the GCA Trades Academy in Tiyan, Barrigada



Sunday, February 11, 2024

D204 Lions Clubs CHamoru Saturday Story Time - March 2

Join us for the D204 Lions Clubs CHamoru Story Time on Saturday, March 2, 2024.  Register at https://bit.ly/lionsclubreading We look forward to seeing you there! 🦁🌴📚😀

Wednesday, January 24, 2024

AUXCA Day 2 Training - Jan. 24

The culminating AUXCA training held on January 24, 2024, via Zoom was meaningful!  Bravo Zulu to the participants, and most especially to instructor Barry Chapman, along with Paulette Parent and Toni Borman.  
 

AUXCA Day 1 Training - Jan. 17

The AUXCA Day 1 Training held on January 17, 2024, via Zoom was a success!  Instructor Barry Chapman, along with Paulette Parent, presented valuable information.   

 

Sunday, January 07, 2024

Friday, December 29, 2023

Happy New Year!


Happy New Year from around the Pacific! May the year 2024 bring you many blessings filled with much love, joy, peace, and happiness!

HAPPY NEW YEAR! - English
Biba Añu Nuebu! – CHamoru
Feliz Año Nuevo! – Spanish
Peren En Parakapw! – Pohnpeian
Ameseighil ubwutiiwel Layúi Luugh me raagh féé! – Carolinian
Engan ke ya sasu! - Kosraean
Jeramman ilo iio in ekaal! – Marshallese
Pwapwan Ei Ier Mi Fo – Chuukese
Akemashite Omedetou Gozaimasu – Japanese
Ungil Beches Er Rak! – Palauan
Selsalan Ebéach e duw! – Yapese
Maligayang Bagong Taon – Tagalog
Hauoli Makahiki Hou – Hawaiian
Sehe Bokmanee Bateuseyo! – Korean
Gung Hay Fat Choy – Chinese
Cung-Chuc Tan-Xuan! – Vietnamese

Wednesday, December 20, 2023

Merry Christmas from Around the Pacific!

Merry Christmas from around the Pacific!

~Felis Pasgua (Chamorro)
~Maligayan Pasko (Tagalog)
~Peren en Krismas (Pohnpeian)
~Monono ilo raaneoan Nejin (Marshallese)
~Falang e Baynag (Yapese)
~Tok Tapeng (Kosraean)
~Ungil Kurismas (Palauan)
~Pwapwan Kirisimas (Chuukese)
~Mele Kalikimaka (Hawaiian)
~Ameseighil ubwutiiwel Layi Luugh me raagh fee (Carolinian)

ILA RAT Kick Off - Jan. 13, 2024

ILA Read-A-Thon Kick Off - January 13, 2024

10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

VENUE:  Agana Shopping Center

Wednesday, December 13, 2023

Monday, November 27, 2023

23rd ILA Community Book Fair - Dec. 9

GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING:


ILA Community Book Fair - December 9, 2023

10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

VENUE:  Agana Shopping Center

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Wednesday, November 22, 2023

Biba Ha'ånen Mannå'i Grasia!

Biba Ha'ånen Mannå'i Grasia!  Happy Thanksgiving!  🦃 🍁 Enjoy this special holiday with your loved ones, and be sure to thank those who have touched your life and made a difference. May God bestow upon you abundant blessings on this day and always.  Si Yu'os Ma'ase'! 🦃 🍁

Wednesday, November 15, 2023

Diversity and Inclusion Pacific Area Team

It is truly wonderful to have the opportunity to meet with the exceptional and inspiring members of the Diversity and Inclusion Team of the USCG Auxiliary's Pacific Area Division!  Although DVC Steven Hilt will now take over ATL West and Winnie Zhou will serve as the new DVC for Pacific West, we are in good hands.  Best wishes to all!

USCG Auxiliary's Pacific Area Team

AUXLAMS C-School with District 14

Si Yu'os Ma'ase' to Branch Chief Julie Carey & Team for offering the AUXLAMS training to USCGAUX members in District 14.  Our Guam Flotilla members enjoyed the meaningful session & look forward to the next one!

AUXLAMS C-School with District 14

Thursday, November 09, 2023

Happy Veterans Day!

To all of those who have served and continue to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces, so that we may have the freedom that we enjoy, we salute you! *HAND SALUTE* God Bless you all!  HAPPY VETERANS DAY!



Image source:  Jerry Trimble Helicopters

Monday, November 06, 2023

Join us for the D204 Lions Clubs Christmas Saturday Story Time - Dec. 2

 Register at https://bit.ly/lionsclubreading We look forward to seeing you there! 🦁🎄🎅🎁📚😀



Wednesday, November 01, 2023

Fanhita, Security, Sovereignty, & the Path to Peace Conference

The Fanhita, Security, Sovereignty, and the Path to Peace Conference held October 30 to November 1, 2023 was thought reflective.  The issues discussed undoubtedly impact all of us in our daily lives. The underlying message was that our political disempowerment through our political status has limited our growth, and it's important that we move forward in finding a political status resolution.  Ultimately, it's important that we take vital steps to ensure the well-being, protection, autonomy, and harmonious coexistence of all for generations to come, despite the obvious challenges.





Saturday, October 28, 2023

The power of smallest achievements can be profound


In lands where ancient cultures dance and sing,

Where stories are woven, and bells do ring,

Lies a truth, both ageless and profound,

In whispers of winds, and in the ground.


"Even the smallest achievements," they say,

"Pave way to great success," guiding the way.

From mountainous peaks to the vast sea's crest,

It's the little steps that pass the test.


In vibrant markets, under golden sun's caress,

The potter's first pot, the seamstress's first dress,

The farmer's first grain, the painter's first stroke,

All are tiny feats, yet hope they evoke.


The dancer's first step, the singer's first note,

The writer's first line, the sailor's first boat,

Though minuscule they seem in the grand parade,

They're the pillars of dreams, on which futures are laid.


For in every culture, tale, or song,

This universal truth carries along.

Greatness isn't birthed in leaps or in bounds,

But in silent, small steps, 

Because the power of smallest achievements can be profound.

(c) mnrivera

Tuesday, October 10, 2023

Thursday, October 05, 2023

Fresh Start!


Each day presents a new opportunity to begin again with renewed energy and optimism.  😊

Wednesday, October 04, 2023

Training Directorate Snapshot

Hafa Adai!  Meet the Awesome Training Directorate Team for the USCG Auxiliary!  It was great to meet with the team once again.  There were changes announced, including training development, uniform policy, budget cuts with less C-Schools, and AUXOP, just to name a few.  Despite the challenges, we will push forward and continue to strive for the best to provide necessary training and get missions done!

Training Directorate - 10/4/23 PST, 10/5/23, Guam Time