Cherokee will be a focal point for discussions on science and engineering in Indian Country as over 300 students and leaders will attend the annual American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) Leadership Summit. 

The following members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians were named to the Dean’s List at institutions of higher learning for the Fall 2018 semester:

The first order of business was an announcement of the achievement of Michelle McSwain and Jonnie Walkingstick receiving National Board Certification.

Cynthia Lambert and Amanda Ledford took home the top two honors at the annual Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority (CIHA) Awards ceremony on the morning of Wednesday, Feb. 6.  Held in the hospital’s Rotunda, the awards honored excellence for 2018.  Lambert won the Hayes Award and Ledford was named 2018 Employee of the Year. 

Cherokee Central Schools School Board recognized two outstanding teachers at their school board meeting on Monday, Feb. 4.  Michelle McSwain and Jonnie Walkingstick achieved National Board certification in December 2018. 

February is National Children’s Dental Health month, and the 2019 motto is “Brush and clean in between to build a healthy smile.” 

Cherokee Middle School Honor Roll – 2nd Quarter

If you are an enrolled member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, you are eligible to submit the entry form for the 2019 Cherokee Indian Fair theme.