Dr. Melody Windsong Redbird-Post
Melody Redbird-Post, Ph.D., is an enrolled member of the Kiowa Tribe. She has a Doctorate in Instructional Leadership and Academic Curriculum, a Master’s in Education: Early Childhood Education, and a Bachelor’s in Administrative Leadership, and a dissertation on Curriculum Development in Indigenous Early Childhood Language Immersion Programs. Dr. Redbird-Post has served in various capacities within the early care and education systems of Tribal communities including Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF), Head Start, and language revitalization programs. Her areas of expertise include CCDF regulations and child care program implementation, management systems, culturally responsive care and education practices, curriculum development, Indigenous language revitalization, Kiowa Language Revitalization, Indigenous knowledge theory, Kiowa pedagogy, program administration, decolonized methodologies, and Tribally-based participatory research (TBPR). She resides in Clinton, Oklahoma with her husband, their five children and three dogs.
Stephen Robert Post II
Stephen R. Post II stands at the confluence of technology and tradition. As the husband of Dr. Melody W. Redbird-Post and father to five children—Hozshona, Vizshon, Nevaeh, Echo, and Merlina Post—who are proud members of the Kiowa Tribe, he is intimately connected to a rich tapestry of cultural heritage. With over 20 years of IT experience, his expertise encompasses Cyber Security, Threat Prevention, and IT Management. Stephen is not only a guardian of digital realms but also a promoter of educational values through LearnKiowa.org, where he supports the intertwining of technology and tribal culture. His work reflects a unique blend of professional excellence and a deep respect for the cultural enrichment of his family.
Kòibàdólèmàutàun
“Butterfly Girl”
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Merlina Eveningstar Post
Kòibàdólèmàutàun “Butterfly Girl,” is age 11 and is in 6th grade. She has been dancing as a Kiowa-style women’s southern traditional cloth dancer all of her life. She has participated in Kiowa ceremonies and dances all her life. When she was a baby, she participated in Kiowa Language Immersion Sessions at the Kiowa Child Care Center where she first learned Kiowa. She loves to share the Kiowa language with others and looks forward to learning more. In her free time, she plays the saxophone, in on her school’s Leadership Team, plays volleyball, and enjoys crafting.
Páu:t’áimàutàun
“White Buffalo Girl”
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Echo Silvermoon Post
Páu:t’áimàutàun “White Buffalo Girl,” is age 12 and is in 7th grade. She has been dancing as a Kiowa-style women’s southern traditional cloth dancer all of her life. She has participated in Kiowa ceremonies and dances all her life. When she was a toddler, she participated in Kiowa Language Immersion Sessions at the Kiowa Child Care Center where she first learned Kiowa. She wants to continue to learn and teach Kiowa to others. In her free time, she plays football, softball, and basketball.
Gómgyàdáugyàmáutàun
“Windsong Girl”
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Nevaeh Windsong Post
Gómgyàdáugyàmáutàun “Windsong Girl,” is age 14 and is in 9th grade. She has been dancing as a Kiowa-style women’s southern traditional cloth dancer all of her life. Since the 6th grade, she has been dancing women’s fancy shawl with her school’s dance troupe. When she was in preschool, she participated in Kiowa Language Immersion Sessions at the Kiowa Child Care Center where she first learned Kiowa. She currently serves as the 9th grade student representative with the Native American Club. She shares her knowledge with others as she continues to learn. In her free time, she plays softball, enjoys skateboarding, and loves to try baking new recipes.
T’énétàlí
“Many Hawks Boy”
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Vizshon Manyhawks Post
T’énétàlí “Many Hawks Boy,” is age 16 and is in 11th grade. He has been dancing as a Kiowa men’s fancy war dancer since age 7 and also enjoys gourd dancing and singing at Kiowa ceremonials and dances. Since the third grade he has been dancing and singing with his school’s dance troupe. He is a member of the Ohomah Warrior Society and looks forward to one day becoming a member of the Kiowa Gourd Clan. He loves learning and singing all genres of Kiowa song and enjoys sharing with others. He sings with the Eagleboy Singers and with his school’s student drum group. He currently serves as the President of the Native American Club and enjoys mentoring younger students. In his free time, he plays football, is learning to play the guitar, and enjoys making original sound beats.
Séñ:bìñdáugyàmà
“Peyote Song Woman”
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Hozshona Morningstar Post
Séñ:bìñdáugyàmà “Peyote Song Woman,” is age 19 and is a sophomore in college. She has been dancing as a Kiowa-style women’s southern traditional cloth dancer all of her life and currently dances Kiowa women’s southern buckskin. She has participated in Kiowa ceremonials and dances all her life. She is currently a Teacher Candidate with the Kiowa Tribe’s Language Program where she is on track to become credentialed to teach the Kiowa Language to other youth. She is currently a computer science major and is a Fellow with the 2022-2023 GEN (Genomics and Ethics Program for Native Students) Program at the University of Oklahoma. In the summer 2022, she completed an internship as one of ten Native American college students from across the country with the Indigenous Summer Research Program 2022 at the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor. Miss Post graduated as the valedictorian from Anadarko High School in 2021 where she was the President of the Native American Club and active in the Anadarko Public Schools Indian Education Dance Troupe for many years. She works as a research assistant, under Dr. King, studying topics around Native American history. In her free time she studies for class, reads, learns web development, and listens to music.