Stacey Nongueskwa-Lopez is an individual deeply connected to her ancestral roots and dedicated to serving her community. With her ancestral home in the Burt Lake Band, Stacey has a strong sense of identity and heritage. In 2003, she made the selfless decision to relinquish her rights to the Burt Lake Band, allowing her father, sister, and herself to enroll in the Little Traverse Bay Bands.

Within the Little Traverse Bay Bands community, Stacey actively works and serves as an Early Head Start Teacher Home Visitor. Her role is vital in supporting and nurturing the development of young children and their families. As the only Early Head Start Teacher Home Visitor for the Inter Tribal Council of Michigan, Stacey demonstrates her commitment to providing educational and developmental opportunities for children across various tribal communities.

Stacey’s work as an Early Head Start Teacher Home Visitor reflects her passion for early childhood education and her dedication to promoting the well-being of children and families. Her role involves visiting homes, engaging with families, and providing valuable guidance and resources to support early learning and healthy child development.

With her profound understanding of her heritage and her invaluable contributions to the LTBB community, Stacey Nongueskwa-Lopez exemplifies the importance of preserving cultural identity and fostering the growth of future generations.