For the anniversary of 9/11, St. Joseph’s Indian School is proud to honor veterans everywhere. Historically, the Lakota (Sioux) people have always been known as great warriors.
JT - A 2005 graduate of St. Joseph’s high school program, JT served four years in the United States Navy as an Aviation Boatswain's Mate and is now continuing his education. He is attending WyoTech’s Fremont, California campus for Residential Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning. In recent years, JT has visited St. Joseph’s while on leave, sharing his Navy experiences with junior high students and encouraging them to reach for their dreams. “Whether it’s a military career, college or other training, you can do it,” he said. “If I can, so can you.” Leighton - After graduating eighth grade at St. Joseph’s Indian School in 1997, Leighton returned to his hometown to finish high school. He was determined to leave the Indian reservation, however, and to join the Army. Leighton worked hard and studied with a tutor to pass the ASVAB exam. He attributes his military success to the love, support and guidance from St. Joseph’s caring staff.
“One morning, I received a phone call from a voice I didn't recognize,” said Maija, one of Leighton’s houseparents. “It was Leighton. He called to say thanks for helping him out and teaching him so much while at St. Joe's. He told me he was platoon leader and could clean better than anyone because of his experience in our home!” |
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