We are researching the possibility of starting a new pilot program for child care.  We provide a fun  and nurturing learning experience that incorporates the Athabascan language and culture as well as life skills and outdoor activities.

For more information, please call Jennifer Harrison, Executive Director, 745-0749

Located at mile 55.5 of the Glenn Hwy, between Palmer and Sutton.  Hours: 8:00am to 5:30pm

*Sorry, we are unable to accept Day Care Assistance

Summer Child Care Flyer

Information about Child Care Program

You are invited!

5th Annual Family Tribal Celebration and Health Fair on Saturday, June 15, 2013 11:00am – 4:00pm at Raven Hall at the Alaska State Fairground.
Free parking in the orange lot and free entry. Lunch will be provided at Noon.
Drumming & Dancing, Health Fair with a variety of vendors, children’s activities, Tribal presentations, craft tables, and door prizes. Yes, the Rock Wall will be at the celebration!
For questions, please call 745-0704.
Sponsored by Chickaloon Village Traditional Council, Knik Tribal Council, and Native Village of Eklutna.

On Friday, May 24, 2013, we honored our Ya Ne Dah Ah School graduates as they moved on to the next grade level. It was a sunny, warm day. Three dance groups blessed us with beautiful music and an eagle soared above the dancers. We honored Tony Pushruk for his many years of service as our Native Youth Olympics (NYO) Coach and Daniel Harrison for his many years of service as our Language Teacher. They will be greatly missed. We were honored that Markle Pete, an Elder from Tazlina that teaches the Athna Athabascan language in the school, was able to make it to the graduation and say a few words of encouragement. Have a great summer!

We are currently recruiting for two more Board members to join our board for our new for-profit company, called Denae Development.   We are actively seeking individuals with experience in business ownership, finance, legal, and general entrepreneurial skills

If you met the following criteria, please contact Jennifer Harrison, Executive Director.

o   Must be 21 years old

o   Must be fully engaged and interested in creating a profitable and sustainable company

o   Must be willing and able to attend all board meetings

Interested individuals do not need to be a Tribal citizen to be on the board.  If you have any questions, please contact  Jennifer Harrison at 907-745-0749 or [email protected]

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Congratulations to our Annual Award 2012 Winners!

Burt Shaginoff – Elder of the Year

Barbara Leppanen – Love and Care for Children/Elders/Each Other

Samantha Ange – Humor

Gene Agnew – Unity/Interdepartmental Teamwork

Kari Shaginoff – Positive Promotion of Tribe

Rick Harrison – Professionalism/Diplomacy

Lisa Wade – Respect for Nature/Land

Helen Carroll – Hard Work/Perseverance/Dependability

Dorothy Boatright – Volunteerism

Check out this new video welcoming visitors to the Matanuska Valley.

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