AROUND THE COMMUNITY: CMN to celebrate its 30th anniversary

The College of Menominee Nation (CMN) will celebrate its 30th anniversary with the theme of Restoring Nations Through Education, highlighting significant milestones in its history.

The college’s anniversary coincides with the 50th anniversary of the Menominee Restoration Act of 1973, which reversed an earlier act of Congress to terminate Menominee’s status as a federally recognized tribe. CMN President Christopher Caldwell said the college has a mission and tradition of advancing restoration through its degree and certificate programs.

“Both anniversaries are significant to our college’s work to restore our sovereignty and traditional culture,” said Caldwell. “We will reflect on the impact of tribal termination policies and celebrate the progress of restoration over the past half-century. The creation of tribal colleges and universities, particularly CMN, is a powerful expression of sovereignty and self-determination.”

The celebration began with a golf outing on Sept. 16 at Thornberry Creek in Oneida. The college will host various events over the next year to recognize its extraordinary history and achievements.

For information about CMN, visit www.menominee.edu.

Grant to help fund children’s librarian

The Greater Green Bay Community Foundation has announced a $20,000 grant to Lakes Country Public Library to fund a dedicated part-time children’s librarian position.

“Lakewood Library plays an essential role in the lives of our patrons, particularly the kids,” said Katie Esserman, library director. “This grant dovetails nicely with our building project which will include enlarging our children’s section. That improvement, plus the addition of dedicated hours for a children’s librarian, will go a long way to enrich the lives of the little ones, who are our future.”

Grant writer and library board member Kathleen Marsh said that a dedicated children’s librarian will make a difference to the library, which she described as “the heart of our community.”

“We welcome the children and grandchildren of everyone who comes in, not only year-round and seasonal residents, but those who are here to visit family and friends or to enjoy the natural beauty and outdoor leisure opportunities we offer in the Wisconsin Northwoods,” Marsh said.

If you would like to contribute to the building project or children’s programming, drop off your donation at the library or send it to Lakes Country Public Library, P.O. Box 220, Lakewood, WI 54138.

HSHS offers vaccination clinic Sept. 30 in Gillett

HSHS Pharmacy will host a seasonal vaccination clinic from noon to 4 p.m. Sept. 30 at Pat’s Market, 117 N. McKenzie St., Gillett.

At the vaccination clinic, individuals ages 6 and up can receive a flu vaccine, shingles vaccine, pneumonia vaccines, tetanus booster and the hepatitis B vaccine.

While most insurance covers the cost of vaccinations, shingles vaccine Shinrix is not covered by Medicaid or senior care. Those interested in receiving any vaccination should check with their insurance company regarding their coverage plan and co-pay requirements. Individuals’ insurance will be billed by HSHS.

Appointments for the vaccination clinic are recommended and can be made by calling 920-848-6323. However, walk-ins are also welcome on the day of the vaccination clinic.

Kohl Foundation opens nomination window

Nominations of Wisconsin teachers and principals can now be submitted online at www.kohleducation.org for the 2023 Herb Kohl Educational Foundation teacher fellowship and principal leadership awards.

The deadline for submission is 5 p.m. Oct. 4. Awards are $6,000, with an additional $6,000 grant going to the school of each selected teacher and principal. Established in 1990, the foundation awards 100 fellowships and 16 leadership awards annually from among all applicants throughout the state.

For teachers or principals to be considered, they must first be nominated by a parent, student, other teacher, community member or school administrator. Wisconsin teachers and principals from pre-kindergarten through high school who plan to continue in their current capacity for at least one year are eligible.

The foundation rewards teachers who have demonstrated superior ability to inspire love of learning in their students, have motivated others, and have provided meritorious service both in and outside the classroom. It also recognizes and supports principals who demonstrate administrative leadership and positively influence school culture.

Selection of recipients will be made by a state-level panel composed of representatives from the Wisconsin Newspaper Association, cooperative educational service agencies, several education-related associations, and community representatives.