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	2003 Max Osceola Sr. Memorial Golf Tournament
	Ft. Pierce Community gathers for Ribbon Cutting and Ground Breaking
	Macho Night at the Creek
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Preschool Department Thankful
or Many Things
For many people, Thanksgiving is a time to reflect and acknowledge what they are truly thankful for. The Preschool Program would like to acknowledge those we are thankful for.
We are thankful for our families and friends who joined us for our Preschool Thanksgiving Dinners. As always, the dinners at all four centers were a gobbling success. It's wonderful to see the participation of the community during the holiday season, and all of our family and friends coming together to share a meal.
It is these activities that teach the youngest of tribal members the importance of being a part of a family and community. The sense of pride and the feeling of belonging will guide our children in the paths they desire. The memories of these gatherings may only last a moment in time, but the lessons learned will last a lifetime. It is the continued support and participation of the parents, grandparents, guardians, relatives and friends that reflects the true love and devotion for the children. And for that, the preschool staff is thankful.
We are also thankful for our tribal officials, who generously display their understanding of the importance of family and community by giving all of us time to spend the holidays with our families. It is this generosity and their continued support and dedication to the community members and tribal employees that give us all a sense of belonging and equality. We thank you and appreciate your kindness.
We are thankful for the many departments that help us throughout the year. Programs like the Seminole Police Department, Family Services and the Health Department continue to provide our children with quality services. We thank you for your dedication.
The preschool administration is thankful for the preschool staff. Their continued hard work and devotion to the children they serve make gatherings both enjoyable and memorable. Keep up the hard work. Your efforts are greatly appreciated.
Last but not least, we are most thankful for your children. Their laughter and smiles bring cheer to the world and we are blessed to be part of their lives. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to share their educational experiences.
Preschool Department

Thankful and Grateful
I am so thankful and grateful for my family who has been the only ones this year to stand by me through my troubles. I just want to tell them that I love them and thank them, to Barbara Casanova, Kiel, Courtney, Greg, Nick, Catherine, Debo, and Clarissa.
And a very special thank you for never giving up on me, no matter how hard I’ve made life for you, and my mom Judy Ann Osceola.
Love each of you,
Rhonda Jumper

Thank You
There are many areas in my life I am grateful for. To start off, I would like to thank the Seminole Tribe of Florida for giving me a chance to work for them. I get to design our colorful newspaper and all of the other exciting projects that come through our department. I have made friends with so many Tribal members and employees. We all work in a beautiful building that is filled with state-of-the-art equipment and nice people.
The Council is always very generous to us, from days off to birthday luncheons and office parties. I am also thankful to the Seminole Tribe for employing my husband as a police officer, so he may serve the community. We all have a great health insurance and 401k Plan. Without these opportunities, it would be difficult to provide our family with a home, food and clothing.
Speaking of family, everyday I have to thank God for my two children. They’re both healthy and full of personality, it was a wonderful transition to see my husband and I become parents as our lives changed.
I am also grateful for my family; the way they unconditionally love us and give us a helping hand when we need it, especially my aunts who watch both of my kids. We are lucky we have family to care for them, and give them all of the individual attention they need. They take our place as parents to our kids when we are away at our jobs.
Last but certainly not least, I would like to thank God for all of our blessings and miracles that happen in all of our lives everyday.
Melissa Sherman