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Hundreds of alumni from Red Cloud Indian School coming back to campus for all-class reunion, events announced
posted on May 25, 2010

Graduates of Red Cloud Indian School will return to their alma mater the first weekend in June to celebrate where they came from and where they’ve gone as part of the institution’s first annual all-class reunion. The two-day event on June 4 and 5 will feature a number of special events and meals while honoring the rich history and work of the students, faculty and alumni of Red Cloud.

“For more than a century, Red Cloud has stood as a beacon of hope for the people of the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation, providing an education of the mind and heart rooted in a Lakota, Catholic tradition,” says Tashina Banks, director of student advancement and alumni support and the coordinator of the all-class reunion. “All of us at the institution are looking forward to welcoming the hundreds of graduates who have left our doors and done amazing, groundbreaking things. We’re anxious to hear more about how they have taken the values of Red Cloud and shared them with others.”

The weekend will feature a number of events, from traditional Lakota handgames and a powwow to athletic events like a three-on-three basketball tournament, golf outing and a fun run/walk. The weekend kicks off Friday evening with a Catholic Mass at Holy Rosary Church on the Red Cloud campus, followed by dinner and a street party with the music of George and the MCs.

Alumni planning on attending the event are encouraged to register here by clicking here. All pre-registered attendees will receive a commemorative t-shirt. For more information, contact Banks at 605/454-6288 or tbanks@redcloudschool.org.

Schedule of Events
Friday, June 4, 2010
3-5 p.m., Registration and Campus Tours
Alumni and friends of Red Cloud Indian School are encouraged to register for the weekend’s events, meet former classmates and teachers and go on a tour of Red Cloud Indian School, including the newly renovated high school. Tours will be led by current Red Cloud students.

5 p.m., Welcome and Blessing Mass
Always recognizing the gifts of Tunkasila, Creator God, and the hope-filled good news of Jesus Christ’s death and resurrection, the weekend begins with prayers of thanksgiving and for continued blessings.

6 p.m., Welcome Dinner
Share stories of days gone by at a welcome dinner on the grounds of Red Cloud Indian School.

7 -8:30 p.m., Street Party LIVE Music by George + the MCs
Join us for an evening of live music as we jam to the old rock tunes of George Mendoza + the MCs. The music and street dance will be outdoors in front of the high school commons.

Saturday, June 5, 2010
7:30 a.m., Registration and Campus Tours
Alumni and friends of Red Cloud Indian School who did not register on Friday can register Saturday morning. Tours of the campus will continue to be offered.

8 a.m., Fun Run
Get a jump-start on the day by participating in the 1.8-mile fun run with your fellow Crusaders through the grounds of Red Cloud Indian School. There’s nothing like a little exercise amidst the beautiful vistas surrounding Red Cloud. Prizes awarded.

9 a.m.-3 p.m., Rock Climbing Wall
Challenge yourself and your buddies to a race to the top of the rock wall, provided by Red Cloud alumnus Chris Cuny ’87.

9 a.m.-5 p.m., Jumpy Bouncer
Hop, hop, hop around in the inflatable jumpy bouncer. It’s fun for all ages.

9 a.m.-5 p.m., Golf Tournament, Gordon Golf Course
Hit the links with fellow alumni and friends. Lenny Clifford and Joe Blue Horse host the first annual golf tournament. $40 entry fee per person and cart reservations are required if you wish to use a cart. Please call Gordon Golf Course to reserve your slot 308/282-1146. Prizes awarded.

10 a.m., Scavenger Hunt
Do you have the brains and energy to run around campus on a fun, educational scavenger hunt? If you do, than this is for you. Prizes will be awarded to our clue-masters.

10 a.m.-5 p.m., Three-on-Three Basketball Tournament
Boys Basketball Head Coach Matt Rama hosts a three-on-three tournament. Prizes awarded.

10 a.m., Softball Tournament
Alex White Plume and Norma Two Bulls host a softball tournament on the Red Cloud softball diamond behind the high school. $100 entry fee.

11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Picnic
It’s time to refuel for the afternoon’s festivities. A picnic lunch will be served.

12 noon-5 p.m., Red Cloud Indian Art Show
It’s opening day for the 43rd Annual Red Cloud Indian Art Show at The Heritage Center. Take in the beautiful contemporary art from across the country. This is a special preview event.

1 p.m., Traditional Wacipi – Powwow
Dust off those jingles and come enjoy the traditional songs of the Crazy Horse Drum Group.

5:30 p.m., Recognition Dinner
Celebrate where we have been and where we’re heading at a special recognition dinner to conclude our Alumni All-Class Reunion.

7 p.m., Handgame Tournament
Join us under the tent for an evening of traditional handgames. High school alumni Nick Hernandez and Arlo Iron Cloud host the tournament. $100 team entry fee. Prizes awarded.

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