Merry Christmas from around the Pacific!

Merry Christmas from around the Pacific!

~Peren en Krismas (Pohnpeian)
~Minagof Nochebuena ~Felis Pasgua (Chamorro)
~Pwapwan Kirisimas (Chuukese)
~Monono ilo raaneoan Nejin (Marshallese)
~Falang e Baynag (Yapese)
~Tok Tapeng (Kosraean)
~Ungil Kurismas (Palauan)
~Maligayan Pasko (Tagalog)
~Mele Kalikimaka (Hawaiian)
~Ameseighil ubwutiiwel Layi Luugh me raagh fee (Carolinian)

PIBBA Guam gathering with Senator Neth

The PIBBA Guam Chapter hosted a gathering for Senator Shelten G. Neth, PIBBA International President-Elect, on November 19, 2015 at Sam's restaurant at the Cliff Hotel.  It was a night of fellowship and sharing of knowledge, culture, language, and joy!  BIBA PIBBA! Enjoy the following snapshots!

PIBBA Pohnpei Presentation at the 34th Annual International Pacific Islands Bilingual Bicultural Association Conference in Kosrae, FSM

34th Annual International PIBBA Conference June 23-25, 2015 - Utwe Elementary School Kosrae, FSM

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34th Annual International PIBBA Conference

June 23-25, 2015

Utwe Elementary School

Kosrae, FSM

Kahs ac Facsin Lasr: Orekmakihn Ohiyen Luti Ma Wo Emet in Sang Ahkwoye Kapkapwack Ke Etwacack

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Promoting Language and Culture:

Effective Practices for Teaching, Learning, Assessment and Research

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Sponsored by: Pacific Islands Bilingual Bicultural Association (PIBBA) International and Kosrae Chapter Kosrae DOE Office of the Governor . Tuwoh! PIBBA International proudly announces that the 34th Annual International PIBBA Conference will be held June 23-25, 2015 in the beautiful island of Kosrae, FSM. We hope to see you there, and please stay tuned for more information. . The PIBBA Conference is an annual event in which Western Pacific educators are provided with opportunities for professional growth and cultural enrichment. This year's conference offers a wonderful selection of traditional, innovative, and practical workshops, presented by creative and imaginative educators and cultural leaders from the Pacific islands.

Download Call for Proposals Form

Download Registration Form

Download Exhibit Form

Download Indigenous Teacher of the Year Packet

Download Pioneer of the Year Packet

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We are pleased to announce that PIBBA Conference participants will be
given a special discount. However, the travel must be completed on or before July 2, 2015. When making a reservation, mention reference code GC1511.
Click here to view details of the special United Airlines discount.
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Congratulations Newly-Elected PIBBA International Officers!

PIBBA Officers.  Pictured L-R:  Theresa "Ewy" Taitano, President-Elect; Alister Tolenoa, Historian; Dr. Matilda Naputi Rivera, Webmaster; Nik Willson, Co-Webmaster; Frances Sablan, Secretary; Rosa Salas Palomo, Treasurer; and Arwelson Arpona, PIBBA member and proxy for Senator Shelten G. Neth, President-Elect.   

34th PIBBA International Conference a Success!

PIBBA Guam gathering with Senator Neth of Pohnpei

PIBBA Guam gathering with Senator Shelten G. Neth, Former PIBBA International President

The PIBBA Guam Chapter hosted a gathering for Senator Shelten G. Neth, Former PIBBA International President, on May 23, 2015 at the Agana Shirley's restaurant.  It was a night of fellowship and sharing of knowledge, culture, language, and joy!  BIBA PIBBA!