Rosie Cayou James, the Cultural Development Coordinator of the Samish Indian Nation based in Anacortes, visited with the first through third graders at Orcas Island Elementary school on Thursday, April 26.
Through song, drumming and story telling Rosie brought knowledge of her ancestors and their sea faring ways into view for the children and their teachers.
James’ father attended school in Deer Harbor in the early 30’s. James rode in a canoe to school where she grew up on Whidbey Island.
She encouraged all, through a captivating presentation to keep the ecosystem healthy and happy, especially the ocean that surrounds us. James hopes to return and bring more experiences of the Samish culture.
