Project AWARE Activities

Hello! My name is Alyssa Brave Bird. I'm the Project AWARE Social Worker.

I have been with American Horse School for several years. This is my 2nd Year with project aware. I teach Social Emotional Learning to our children here at AHS. 

I've lived in the Allen community for 10 years. I have 5 children and 2 dogs. In my downtime, I love to travel, bead, and practice my Lakota way of life. 

Looking forward to another year with your students! 

Welcome, American Horse School Students/Caregivers to the 2021-22 school year.

My name is Cassandra Conroy-Sharp, I’m the Trauma-Informed Schools Implementation Coach for AHS Project AWARE. I’ve been working with AWARE for 3 years this coming spring. I graduated high school from Bennett County High School in Martin in 2012, then I graduated with my Bachelor's Degree in Social Work from Oglala Lakota College in 2019. I grew up in Lacreek district but have been living East of Allen for the past 11 years. I’m married to Justin Sharp who also works for AHS as an off-road excursion driver. We have 4 children and 1 on the way. I’m looking forward to all this upcoming school year has to offer. I understand that with the pandemic things are going to look a lot different from the previous years but I know we could get through anything together as time goes by. I can’t wait to meet you all whether you're a student or parent/caregiver.

If you have any questions or concerns please don’t hesitate to contact me. My email is

cassandraconroysharp@americanhorse.us and my work number is 605-455-1209 Ext: 1034 :)

Hau mitakuyapi, greetings relatives and friends. My name is John RIchard and I am the cultural mentor of the Project AWARE program. I have obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education from Haskell Indian Nations University. Having a background in education I realized how significant and influential it is to have e cultural identity to build prosperity in succeeding not only in education but in everyday life. As Pass Creek district is my home and where I grew up, I am very humbled to serve and give back to the community and most importantly the children as I was once one of the students. I look forward to using my education to provide a comforting environment, cultural support, and pathways of healthy ways of healing and resiliency for the students, families and staff.

Hello everyone! My name is Shawna Evans I am now entering my eighth year at American Horse School. I have been in and out of different classrooms and am now working with Project AWARE. We have many different resources to offer not only our students but our families, so please if you have any questions don't hesitate to ask. My contact information is 605-455-1209 or shawnaevans@americanhorse.us.

I can't wait to get to know you and your students. Stay safe, happy, and healthy!