Don P. Bickerdike is a Cherokee Nation citizen, Cherokee language innovator, educator, and system‑builder whose work bridges traditional knowledge with modern clarity. He is the creator of the Cherokee Bickerdike 05 “3‑in‑1” font, a groundbreaking writing system that unifies three layers of information into every character: the full Cherokee syllabary, a precise Standard Transliteration (ST) superscript, and the fully extended Standard Bickerdike Phonetic (SBP) rendering. This unique design allows learners to see how a word is written, how it is structured, and how it is pronounced—all at the same time.
Don’s SBP system is built on linguistic rigor and learner accessibility. Each syllable is expanded into clear, English‑friendly phonetic segments, spaced for readability, and aligned directly with the syllabary and ST. This creates a transparent pathway for new learners while offering advanced students a powerful tool for analyzing pronunciation, morphology, and word formation.
As a Cherokee Nation citizen, Don approaches language revitalization with cultural responsibility and a deep respect for the living Cherokee linguistic tradition. He develops master charts, comparative teaching materials, and outreach posts that help demystify the language for beginners while honoring the depth and beauty of Cherokee grammar and sound.
Through his teaching, writing, and system design, Don is building tools that make Cherokee more accessible, more intuitive, and more learnable for future generations.