September 2016 Guam Council IRA Newsletter

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A Stellar Performance by Julia!

2016 NDHS Alumni Gala - Oct. 22

WASC Accreditation Celebration - Friday, August 19, 2016 from 11:30am to 2pm at the Calvo Field House

The Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) has reaffirmed another eight years of accreditation for the University of Guam, guaranteeing that UOG has met the Commission’s high standards of quality and effectiveness. The accreditation term will last until 2024, and this accomplishment will mark an unprecedented 16 years of continuous accreditation for UOG!

To celebrate the hard work and continued commitment to excellence of all University faculty, staff, and administrators, the Offices of the President and Senior Vice President are hosting a "WASC Accreditation Celebration" which will be held on Friday, August 19, 2016 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Calvo Field House main arena.

ALL FACULTY, STAFF, and ADMINISTRATORS are invited to the celebration which includes a catered lunch and giveaways for all employees who attend.

Thank you once again for making the University of Guam GREAT.

Biba UOG!

Source: UOG

GNA Meeting - Aug. 31

GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING

August 31, 2016

Time: 6:00 p.m.

Location: Tamuning Senior Citizen Center

Notes to Remember: The Lantern Ceremony will take place on Saturday, September 10, 2016. Registration and preparation of the lantern will be from 1:00-4:00 p.m. The program will start at 5:00 p.m.

GNA Application Renewal Form

Pohnpei to Host 36th Annual International PIBBA Conference

Lantern Floating Ceremony - Sept. 10

GNA Meeting - Aug. 11

GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING

August 11, 2016

Time: 6:00 p.m.

Location: Tamuning Senior Citizen Center

Agenda Items: 2016 Lantern Ceremony,Presentation to Joshua Cepeda, 57th Convention of Nikkei and Japanese Abroad

GNA Application Renewal Form

2nd Annual Lantern Floating Ceremony

Saturday, September 10, 2016

Governor Joseph Flores Memorial Park, Ypao

ILA Conference

Sisters are blessings!

It's always nice to be able to spend time with sisters who are there for you through thick and thin!  God bless all sisters for all that you are and all that you do to make a difference!

Sisters Gathering:  Pictured from L-R:  Mae M.C. Mendiola, Dr. Matilda Naputi Rivera, Lois Taitano Gumataotao, Rosanne Lastimoza, and Charlene Gumataotao.

Happy 72nd Liberation Day, Guam!

Tomorrow marks Guam's 72nd Liberation Day! The island's annual liberation parade on July 21 is traditionally packed with crowds to celebrate Guam's freedom from Japan's cruel occupation. As part of our patriotism, we continue to celebrate and thank those who have served or are currently serving in the Armed Forces to fight for the freedom that we enjoy today!

Happy 72nd Liberation Day, Guahan! Biba Guahan!

Aloha from the Guam IRA Team!

Here we are taking one more picture in Honolulu, Hawaii before heading back to Guam!  Aloha!

Boston Snapshots

Boston is always bustling no matter what time of the day. It is historical, inspirational, fast-paced, and the list goes on. Here are just a few of the snapshots taken during our ILA trip.

Guam IRA Receives Honor Council Award in Boston, MA

Congratulations to the Guam Council IRA for receiving the ILA Honor Council Award!  Guam IRA has been instrumental in promoting literacy on Guam since 1968, and it will continue in its efforts to do so for many years to come.  Our mission is to develop an awareness of the powerful impact of reading, and we aim to make connections to the island's community through various literacy projects and events including our Annual Read-A-Thon, Author Visits, educator grants, Annual Language Arts Conference sponsorship, literacy workshops/presentations, professional development credit opportunities, local book donations and International book donations to our neighboring islands, affordable and resourceful books, tools, supplies, and engaging projects that promote literacy on the island of Guam and Micronesia at large.

Guam IRA Receives ILA Honor Council Award for 2015-2016 at the ILA Conference in Boston, Massachusetts.  Guam IRA was recognized as an HONOR COUNCIL of the International Literacy Association for its achievements in programs, membership, promotion, and community service.  Pictured L-R:  April Cordova, Guam IRA Board Member; Dr. Matilda Naputi Rivera, 2016-2017 Guam IRA President; Lois Taitano Gumataotao, Guam IRA Board Member; Evangeline P. Chaco, 2015-2016 Guam IRA President; Dylan Orot, Guam IRA Board Member; and Annette Raguindin, Guam IRA Board Member.

Visiting Familia!

Memories shared with our familia last a lifetime.  I had the opportunity to visit my familia in San Diego, Arizona, and San Francisco this summer.  Si Yu'os Ma'ase', mi familia, for making my trip an unforgettable one!  Here are just a few snapshots taken during my visit.