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First Nations, Metis and Inuit Education provides academic support to students who are self-identified on their registration forms as aboriginal. Each of the high schools supports a Legacy Room and one FNMI teacher who works in collaboration with students, families, educators and community members to ensure the success of aboriginal students. Each Legacy Room holds a collection of jewelry, dance outfits and artwork to share aboriginal culture with all students in our district. FNMI teachers also work with classroom teachers to facilitate the awareness and appreciation of aboriginal culture for all students by hosting classes in the Legacy Room to share storytelling, create culturally appropriate crafts and learn traditional games, among many other activities. FNMI Education often hosts guest speakers, authors and performances throughout the year, often in partnership with other departments and community organizations.

What we offer:

  • Culturally Enhanced Tutoring Program: CET is an opportunity for students who are First Nations, Metis or Inuit in grades 3 through 7 who are struggling in school to improve literacy and numeracy skills. CET starts in November and meets every Wednesday from 3:30 to 5 in the MHHS Legacy Room (600). Students participate in cultural activities, physical activity, academic skill building and enjoy a healthy snack in keeping with the teachings of the Medicine Wheel. Parents must provide consent.
  • Academic Support: students at CHHS can access one-on-one and small group support with organization, study skills, and assignment completion from the FNMI teacher. Traditional counseling is also available. Parents must provide consent.
  • Resources for Teachers: curriculum support across subjects and cultural activities to facilitate cultural capacity including History in the Hills and the Beyond the Classroom project. Please refer to the Legacy Room handbook for complete details.
  • Diversity Club: students from all backgrounds meet on Tuesdays at lunch to share their cultures and to plan activities for the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. Offered in partnership with Saamis Immigration Services Association.
  • Resources for Families: we offer traditional counseling, support accessing community services and quarterly FNMI Advisory Committee meetings,  starting in November and meeting monthly on Monday evenings., traditional counseling, asn m  on an  among many other resources. The FNMI Advisory Committee provides an opportunity to have direct input into FNMI Education in our District, as well as a chance to meet with other families and special guests. Please visit us to find out more!