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Nusdeh Yoh Elementary – House of the Future

Posted on March 27, 2018 by Kiara McLean

Nusdeh Yoh Elementary upholds the belief that all Indigenous students are entitled to quality, holistic education that validates Indigenous cultures, histories, values and languages.

Nusdeh Yoh Elementary (SD57) is the Aboriginal Choice Program school located in Prince George. Nusdeh Yoh upholds the belief that all Indigenous students are entitled to quality, holistic education that validates Indigenous cultures, histories, values and languages. Principal Pam Spooner centralizes the importance of culturally appropriate educational services including language revitalization, land-based lesson plans, and socio-emotional development activities in her summary of the programs and initiatives based at Nusdeh Yoh.

https://www.sd57.bc.ca/school/nyoh/About/Message/Pages/default.aspx#/=

Teaching Language and Culture in Tl’azt’en Nation

Posted on March 20, 2018 by Marion Erickson

Margaret Mattess, Principal of Eugene Joseph Elementary discusses their approach to educating Indigenous youth.

This interview is with the Principal of Eugene Joseph Elementary, Margaret Mattess. Eugene Joseph Elementary is located in Tl’azt’en.

”Education is a continuous process that enables each Tl’azt’enne to reach her/his fullest potential. The roots of education are planted in families, cultural values and traditions.

Individual growth is dependent on a team of educators committed to the principles of motivation, encouragement, support and success.

At Eugene Joseph Elementary we are proud of our students, our parents and our community. We believe that all students, given the right support, can learn at a high level. We expect that all students will graduate and go on to some form of post-secondary education.” from the website http://tlaztennation.ca/eugene-joseph-elementary/

Woodland Cultural Centre Interview with Hailey Thomas Wilson

Posted on by Erin Clancy

The Woodland Cultural Centre located in Brantford, Ontario near the Six Nations First Nation opened in 1972 at the old Mohawk Industrial Residential School. Its mandate is to provide cultural and educational activities and programs regarding Indigenous history, culture and contemporary issues. Its activities are divided into four departments: education, culture, language, arts and museum. It offers numerous educational programs including Indigenous languages, and houses an extensive collection of historical artifacts and Indigenous art in the museum. For more, visit the website at: http://woodlandculturalcentre.ca/.

Revitalizing Secwepemctsin in the Esk’etemc

Posted on by Sara-Lynn Harding

Floyd Dick describes what ‘total physical response’ method is and how it is being used as a teaching tool for students to learn Secwepemctsin at Sxoxomic School in the Esk’etemc.

According to teacher Floyd Dick, TPR is effective in helping students gain self-confidence and self empowerment and in maintaining the culture and language.

https://www.britishcolumbia.ca/invest/communities/british-columbia/cariboo/first-nations/esk-etemc-first-nation/

Neechee Studio

Posted on by Anika Guthrie

Neechee Studio is an arts program for Indigenous youth (ages 13-30).

Anika Guthrie speaks to Lucille Atlookan & Matilda, program coordinators with Neechee Studios. Neechee Studio is an arts program for Indigenous youth (ages 13-30). They provide youth-directed workshops led by Indigenous artists and mentorship opportunities for youth.