4th Graders from Mrs. Gilson's class at Rossman Elementary School in Detroit Lakes, MN interviews Jim Thomas.  Jim Thomas is a Tlingit Indian and a kHaatsati or Great Chief from the village of Yakutat in Alaska. He now lives in Washington.  

Jim's traditional name is Shaa Ye Gun which means One Who Shines the Sun unto Mt. St. Elias.

Enjoy the wonderful questions and stories! 

Jim was delighted to talk with the students.  

Goo Nu(tl) Cheesh - Thank you, from Jim.

Jim Thomas is a Tlingit Indian and is a kHaatsati or Great Chief. His traditional name is Shaa Ye Gun which means One Who Shines the Sun Unto Mount St. Elias.  He comes form the the village of Yakutat in Alaska and now resides in Washington.  It was an honor to talk with him and to now share his stories with you.  Enjoy. I certainly did!  

Thank you Shaa Ye Gun!