Turnout for the summer program on the Lummi Nation of Washington doubled this year.
Almost 600 students, from kindergarten through high school, took part in the Youth Enrichment Social Services program. They spent the morning at Lummi Nation School and the afternoon doing cultural or leisure activities.
Organizers said the program prepares kids for the school year and gets them excited about going to school.
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Summer sessions unite Lummi kids
(The Bellingham Herald 8/7)
Lummi Nation students enjoy summer program
Monday, August 7, 2006
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