Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Registration is now open for the 48th Annual Flag Day Performing Arts Festival, April 11 – 13. Show off that siva Samoa choreography and get an artist honorarium for it . A Valid ID is required to register.  Call 633-4490/5613 for more information.

CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION SPIRIT WEEK

Career and Technical Education (CTE) Spirit Week is scheduled from February 26-29, 2024.

This occasion serves as a platform for the CTE community to unite and highlight the invaluable contributions of CTE in preparing students for prosperous futures. It is a moment to recognize the accomplishments of CTE partners across various sectors and to showcase the innovative practices and opportunities offered by CTE programs through engaging in a Spirit Week activity.

Moreover, it is a time for educators, students, parents, and industry professionals to collaborate in raising awareness about the significance of CTE and its role in equipping students with the necessary skills, knowledge, and experiences to excel in the workforce.

By doing so, we not only promote the importance of CTE programs but also inspire students to explore CTE pathways as viable options for their future careers. This initiative aims to dispel stereotypes and misconceptions surrounding CTE, highlighting the diverse array of opportunities available and the potential for long-term success and fulfillment. Also, it provides a platform for CTE educators to exchange best practices, share success stories, and impart valuable lessons to their peers, fostering a culture of collaboration and support within the

ANN MARIEL VILLANUEVA NAMED TO THE DEAN'S LIST

Ann Mariel Villanueva of American Samoa, and a member of the Class of 2026 was named to the dean's list at Tufts University for the Fall 2023 semester. Dean's list honors at Tufts University require a semester grade point average of 3.4 or greater.

Tufts University, located on campuses in Boston, Medford/Somerville and Grafton, Massachusetts, and in Talloires, France, is recognized among the premier research universities in the United States. Tufts enjoys a global reputation for academic excellence and for the preparation of students as leaders in a wide range of professions. A growing number of innovative teaching and research initiatives span all Tufts campuses, and collaboration among the faculty and students in the undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs across the university's schools is widely encouraged.

ZIYI YU MAKS DEAN'S LIST AT RIT

Ziyi Yu of American Samoa was named to the Dean's List at Rochester Institute of Technology for the fall semester of the 2023-2024 academic year. Yu is in the software engineering program.

Full-time degree-seeking undergraduate students are eligible for Dean's List if their term GPA is greater than or equal to 3.400; they do not have any grades of "Incomplete", "D" or "F"; and they have registered for, and completed, at least 12 credit hours.

Rochester Institute of Technology is home to leading creators, entrepreneurs, innovators, and researchers. Founded in 1829, RIT enrolls more than 20,500 students in 200 career-oriented and professional programs, making it among the largest private universities in the U.S.

With 145,000 alumni worldwide, the university is internationally recognized and ranked for its leadership in technology, the arts, and design. RIT also offers unparalleled support services for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. The cooperative education program is one of the oldest and largest in the nation. Global partnerships include campuses in China, Croatia, Dubai, and Kosovo.

TWO FROM AM SAMOA ENTER JOB CORPS

The territory wished safe travels to Ms. Hope Autagavaia and Ms. Ciatacecilia Kuka as they left for the Job Corps in Hawaii this month. May this new chapter in your journey be filled with success. Congratulations!

The Job Corps program was initially introduced in American Samoa around 1997, spearheaded by then House Speaker Nua Saoluaga, who appointed the late Afimutasi Gus Hannemann to oversee federal government affairs for the House leadership and manage the implementation of the Job Corps program in the territory.

Over the years, numerous students from American Samoa have successfully enrolled in and completed the Job Corps Program in Hawai'i, while others have pursued the program at centers on the mainland.

For those interested in exploring Job Corps opportunities, the American Samoa Governor's Office encourages reaching out to the local recruiter, Tiana Trepanier, at TianaTrepanier@go.as.gov