Special thanks is extended to the following individuals for their invaluable assistance in the development of the cultural aspects of the curriculum. Their willingness to carry on the traditions of Nevada Indian people is commendable.
Diane Coffey Crutcher - Northern Paiute Dorothy Ely - Northern Paiute Elizabeth Brady - Western Shoshone Bernadine Delorme - Western Shoshone Minnie Dick - Western Shoshone Theresa Jackson - Washoe Joanne Martinez - Washoe Phil Swain - Southern Paiute Special recognition is also extended to the following individuals for their time and effort in the development of various aspects of the curriculum: Richard Servilican, a Washoe artist from Dresslerville, Nevada was responsible for the illustrations in the curriculum. Bill Abrahms, a Nevada State Department of Education consultant, promoted our efforts with his vision in making these units a reality. Pilot Teachers for the program included: Patricia Cox - Natchez School; Paul Grumstrup - West End Elementary; Joe Mattioli - Roger Corbett Elementary School; Linda Mertens - E. C. Best Elementary School. |
A VERY SPECIAL THANKS IS EXTENDED TO THE NEVADA HUMANITIES COMMITTEE FOR PROVIDING THE FUNDING FOR, " CELEBRATING NEVADA INDIANS." RECOGNITION ALSO GOES OUT TO NEVADA'S 125TH BIRTHDAY COMMISSION FOR PROVIDING THE FUNDING FOR THE TYPESETTING AND PRINTING FOR THE CURRICULUM. DEDICATION THIS CURRICULUM IS DEDICATED TO THE NATIVE AMERICANS OF NEVADA IN THE HOPE THAT OUR CULTURE AND TRADITIONS WILL BE PRESERVED AND APPRECIATED FOREVER. |