Bernadette Quiroz, a descendant of the Muwekma Ohlone tribe, is working to revitalize the endangered Chochenyo language. During her upcoming talk at the Los Altos History Museum, she will explore the origins and revitalization efforts of the language. Currently, there are five fluent speakers, and Quiroz aims to be the sixth. She has developed 15 online lessons and has 43 students enrolled. The initiative seeks to deepen understanding of the language beyond vocabulary, encompassing its historical and spiritual significance. There's also a hands-only CPR class offered by the Santa Clara County Fire Department for the community.
I wanted to understand more than just vocabulary. The words carry history, spirituality and the worldview of our people. They are so much more than words.
As the language revitalization chair, Quiroz has created 15 online lessons, with 43 students currently enrolled. Her next goal is to launch in-person instruction.
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