“Education and youth engagement are among the tribe’s top priorities,” said Tribal Administrator Christopher J. Nunez.
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The Cocopah Indian Tribe on Tuesday morning welcomed 35 new teachers from the Somerton School District.
“You landed in a good place…in helping you, you are helping us with our children,” said Honorable Chairwoman Sherry Cordova during her address to the new teachers.
“We want our children to be well-equipped for their future and education is that key,” Chairwoman Cordova said.
Some of the new teachers come from places as far as Fairbanks, Alaska, and upper state New York. Others are as close to home as Somerton, Arizona.
Cocopah students, kindergarten through 8th grade, attend Somerton schools.
Each year, the tribe provides new teachers with a tour of the Cocopah Museum, gift bags, and an overview of the Cocopah Tribal government. The orientation concluded with lunch in the Cocopah Cultural Center, hosted by the Cocopah Education Department.
“Education and youth engagement are among the tribe’s top priorities,” said Tribal Administrator Christopher J. Nunez.
Earlier this summer, the Cocopah Education Department recognized 163 students, ranging from kindergarten to 12th grade, including high school and college graduates, for their academic achievements, attendance and participation in extracurricular activities.
The new school year begins Aug. 4.
