Dził Ditł'ooí School of Empowerment, Action and Perseverance - DEAP

05/06/2026

Tonight's talking circle has been cancelled. If you need support you can go to Day at a Time club in Fort Defiance. They have a wellbriety talking circle starting at 6pm tonight.

05/04/2026

Come join us for our end of year luau.

04/28/2026

As the winter season comes to a close, be aware that hibernating relatives are returning, and take necessary precautions when giving offerings and caring for your environment.

04/22/2026

Join us for an evening of hot cocoa and engaging STEM/Humanities activities.

04/12/2026

What an amazing opportunity for our DEAP dual credit students to experience. We had one Agriculture major and two STEM majors that were able to see what it takes to become a NMSU student. They worked with professors and students that shared their work in their specialized fields. Thank you to NMSU, Diné College and NAPI for putting together this event and we look forward to continuing collaboration.

04/10/2026

Woohoo DEAP team!

➕Thanks to the NM STEM Innovation Network’s STEMinNM Mini-grant, students and families were invited to the Dził Ditł'ooí School of Empowerment, Action, & Perseverance (DEAP) to practice their fact fluency and take part in informative cultural and academic activities as part of incorporating the Dine’ (Navajo) language into Family Math Night.

Participants used multiplication tables, practiced their math facts, and responded in Dine’, exploring mathematical reasoning through land and culture. While a small act, this sends a powerful message about honoring and incorporating home language into learning spaces.🌎 🗣️

04/09/2026

Sharing some health information.

𝗡𝗔𝗩𝗔𝗝𝗢 𝗗𝗘𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗢𝗙 𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗟𝗧𝗛 𝗜𝗦𝗦𝗨𝗘𝗦 𝗣𝗨𝗕𝗟𝗜𝗖 𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗟𝗧𝗛 𝗔𝗗𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗢𝗥𝗬 𝗡𝗢𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗘 (𝗣𝗛𝗔𝗡) 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗙𝗜𝗥𝗠𝗘𝗗 𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗚𝗨𝗘 𝗖𝗔𝗦𝗘 𝗜𝗡 𝗔𝗣𝗔𝗖𝗛𝗘 𝗖𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗧𝗬 (𝟬𝟰/𝟬𝟴/𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲)

WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. – The Navajo Department of Health (NDOH), in coordination with the Diné Bikéyah Public Health Team, has confirmed a case of plague in Apache County within the Navajo Nation. The individual has fully recovered following appropriate medical treatment. This marks the first confirmed plague case in Apache County since 2015 and the fourth reported case since 2006. At this time, public health officials indicate the risk to the public remains low.

The Diné Bikéyah Public Health Team is working closely with local, state, and federal partners to conduct environmental assessments, identify potential exposure risks, and ensure appropriate prevention and response measures are implemented to protect community members.

“While plague is rare, we remain vigilant in protecting the health and safety of the Navajo Nation,” said NDOH Executive Director Sherylene Yazzie. “Through strong partnerships and proactive public health response, we are working to ensure families have the information they need to reduce risk and protect themselves. Our priority is keeping our tribal communities safe through awareness, prevention, and early treatment.”

WHAT IS PLAGUE?
Plague is a rare but serious bacterial infection caused by Yersinia pestis. It is most commonly spread through the bite of infected fleas that live on rodents such as prairie dogs, squirrels, and rats. In some cases, plague can also be transmitted through direct contact with infected animals or their tissues.

Plague occurs naturally in parts of the southwestern United States, including Arizona, where the bacteria circulates among wild rodent populations and their fleas.

SYMPTOMS:
Symptoms typically appear within 2–6 days after exposure and may include:
• Sudden onset of fever and chills
• Headache and muscle aches
• Fatigue or weakness
• Swollen, painful lymph nodes (commonly called “buboes”)
• In more severe cases, cough, difficulty breathing, or bloodstream infection

Anyone experiencing these symptoms after possible exposure to rodents or fleas should seek medical care as soon as possible.

TREATMENT:
Plague is treatable with antibiotics, especially when identified early. Quick medical care significantly improves outcomes, so seek immediate medical attention at your nearest health care clinic or IHS hospital.

PREVENTION TIPS:
Individuals can reduce their risk by taking the following precautions:
• Avoid contact with wild rodents and their burrows
• Use insect repellent when outdoors
• Keep pets free of fleas and avoid allowing them to roam or hunt rodents
• Do not handle sick or dead animals
• Keep yards clean and free of debris that may attract rodents

CONTACT INFORMATION:
• Navajo Department of Health @ (928) 357-6757
• Navajo Epidemiology Center @ (928) 871-6539
• Apache County Public Health Services District @ (928) 333-6432
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention @ https://www.cdc.gov/plague/about/

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04/08/2026

Happening tonight at DEAPs hogan.

04/08/2026

04/08/2026

JEOPARDY! STEM NIGHT IS COMING! 🎉

Get ready for the most exciting school night at Dził Ditł'ooí School of Empowerment, Action and Perseverance where we are bringing LIVE Jeopardy to YOU — with a STEM twist and a special round in Diné! ⚡

📅 April 10, 2026 | 6:00 – 7:30 PM
📍 DEAP Charter School

Here's what's in store for your whole family:
✅ FREE meals provided 🍽️
✅ Prizes for WINNERS 🏆
✅ Music and fun for everyone 🎸
✅ FREE Root Beer Float just for showing up! 🍦

PARENT VOLUNTEER HOURS AVAILABLE!
Attend and earn your parent hours for the night — it's a win-win!

This is a FREE, family-friendly event and we want to see as many families there as possible! Bring the kids, bring the cousins, bring Grandma — the more the merrier! 🫶🏻

Don't miss out — mark your calendars NOW and we'll see you Friday, April 10th! 🗓️🎊