On October 3rd, Wayland Union Schools 3rd grade students had the opportunity to visit Jijak
for a cultural presentation of the Match-E-Be-Nash-She-Wish Band of Pottawatomi Indians to help develop an appreciation for the rich and diverse traditions, beliefs and history of the Gun Lake Tribe. Students spent the day learning about Protecting Nokmeskinan (Grandmother Earth), Mnomen (Wild Rice) Processing, Pgenogewen (Lacrosse), Fire Teachings
and even a little Social Studies.
Wayland Union Schools is grateful for the opportunity to expose our students to Native
American Heritage. Thank you Gun Lake Tribe for making this educational day possible.