About North Valleys Paiute Language Class

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Reno, Nevada, United States
This course is designed to provide students with a communicative-based foundation in the Paiute language. Students will learn the basic alphabet, pronunciation, vocabulary, sentence structure and cultural aspects of the Paiute language. They will develop an understanding of the Paiute culture and learn how to function within that culture in an appropriate manner. Issues regarding the importance of preserving the language will also be addressed.

Friday, August 16, 2013

Northern Paiute Bands Websites

Northern Paiute Bands Websites

Directions: Visit the sites below. Pick one tribe and write a one-page paper

Some websites have cultural/traditional news and others have current events. You may choose to write about each one or both.

Reno Sparks Indian Colony, Oodenowaetu www.RSIC.org
Fallon Paiute Tribe, Toe Tukadu www.fpst.org
Summit Lake Tribe, Panina Tukadu www.summitlaketribe.org
Benton Tribe Utu Utu Gwaitu www.bentonpaiutereservation.com
Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe, Cui-ui Tukadu www.plpt.nsn.us
Yerington Paiute Tribe, www.ypt-nsn.gov
Walker River Paiute Tribe, Agi Tukadu www.wrpt.us
Bridgeport Indian Colony, Koosabe Tukadu www.bridgeportindiancolony.com
Klamath Tribes, Yoohooskin www.klamathtribes.org
Duck Valley Tribe www.shopaitribes.org

Friday, August 9, 2013

Welcome Back!

Welcome back to NVHS everyone!  We hope you had a nice summer break.  Get ready for an exciting year of learning this fascinating language. 

- Mr. West and Ms. Burns

Tuesday, September 27, 2011

Thursday, September 8, 2011

Crossword - Wycliff Writing System

Sample words used in pronouncing vowels, elongated sounds, and consonants. CLICK HERE FOR THE PDF!

Monday, September 5, 2011

Notes for Friday, September 2, 2011

Hi everyone. Ms. Thomas discussed the number of tribal bands in Nevada, how many dialects, and?

Monday, August 29, 2011

Saturday, August 27, 2011

WELCOME TO PAIUTE LANGUAGE FOR THE 2011-12 SCHOOL YEAR!!

How U? (How are you?)

Welcome back to NVHS after a great summer break. Ms. Thomas and I are your teachers for Paiute Language this year. We are excited and have been planning some great projects to go with learning Paiute.

We look forward to meeting you and doing all we can provide a learning experience that will allow you to maximize your potential.

Saa'a nu u poonedua,
(I'll see you later)

Mr. West