Councilors praise South Coffeyville language class as adults and youth learn Cherokee

The Chair introduced the language department report and noted Howard Payton was not present; Janney represented the department. A councilor praised the South Coffeyville language class, saying it is “a beautiful and complicated language” and that the class includes people of all ages — adults starting and continuing their Cherokee language learning.

Janney thanked the councilor and said she would pass along the appreciation to the language staff. The exchange underscored councilors' support for language preservation and noted the department's community outreach through in‑person classes across the Nation.