| English | Northern Paiute | Southern Paiute |
| How are you? | How u | (same) |
| Human Being | Numu (nu-mu) | (same) |
| Father | Naa | (same) |
| Mother | Pe'a | (same) |
| Son | Do'a | (same) |
| Daughter | Padu | Paddu |
| Grandfather | ||
| Mother's side | Togo'o | Togg'o |
| Father's side | Kuno'o | (same) |
| Who | Haga | Hagga |
| Bread | Tukaba | Tukabba |
| Bad | Suda | Sadda |
| Shade | Haba | Habba |
| See you later | Sa'a u ponnedo'a | Sa'a u ponneddo'a |
Northern Northern Paiute Sentences:
Treat our mother Earth good
Besa Ka te pe'a - teepu matugu
Follow our ancestor's ways (tradition/culture/customs)
Ka oonosoo te nana -moatupu tuma'yohona mayo'-hoo
It's real hot right now!
Meno'o unu naudu-tu!
I caught a trout
Nu agai tzakatu
This bread tastes good
Esoo tukaba besa kama
I'll see you next time
Sa'a penakwa poonedo'a
PAIUTE LANGUAGE PROGRAM IS LOOKING FOR A TEACHER!
IF INTERESTED PLEASE CHECK OUT OUR EMPLOYMENT PAGE FOR THE POSITION DESCRIPTION.
Thank You!
Pesa U!
K - 12
**Basic School Supplies**
We will provide supplies from your child's school supply list only. Please contact the Administrative office for details.
Education
HIGHER EDUCATION
**SCHOLARSHIP & FUNDS AVAILABLE**
Nevada AB-262: Waiver of fees for Native American residents planning to attend UNR, UNLV, TMCC, GBC, WNC, NSC, or CSN
- NEVADA SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION - NATIVE AMERICAN FEE WAIVER
- INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS INCLUDED ON FORMS. BOTH FORMS ARE REQUIRED. PRINTED COPIES AVAILABLE AT THE ADMINSTRATIVE OFFICE.
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Are you 18 years or older? Do you have a High School Diploma or GED? Are you planning on attending an accredited university or college and take a minimum of 6 credit hours of study?
If yes, you may be eligible for financial aid!
Please submit the following completed applications:
- HIGHER EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION (Completed by applicant)
- NEEDS ANALYSIS SUMMARY (Completed by applicant AND Financial Aid Office)
- EDUCATION REPAYMENT AGREEMENT (Completed by applicant)
Each applicant must also provide:
- Copy of High School Diploma or GED Certificate
- Personal letter outlining Educational Goals
- Letter of acceptance from the College/University
applications will be reviewed for completeness and then presented to the Summit Lake Tribal Council for approval
If you have questions, please call the office at (800) 355-7978 or (775) 827-9670
Paiute Language
The Administration Office of the Summit Lake Paiute Tribe
located at 2255 Green Vista Dr. Ste. 402 in Sparks, Nevada 89431-7599
Hours of Operation: Monday through Friday,
8:00am-12pm & 1:00pm-5:00pm - Closed Holidays
Administration Toll Free: (800) 335-7978
Phone: (775) 827-9670
Fax: (775) 827-9678
| Summer | Tatza | same |
| Fall | Yubano | unknown |
| Winter | Tomo | unknown |
| Spring | Tamano | unknown |