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We will achieve equity of outcomes for Indigenous learners in Cariboo-Chilcotin School District. We will continue to examine our environments, structures, and practices to identify and address barriers. We are committed to continuing to strengthen relationships with First Nation communities as rightsholders and collaborate with community partners who support Indigenous children and youth and their families. We will embed learning about Indigenous culture, perspectives, and language in the daily experience of learners in our schools. Some examples of the work of our plan are:

  • District-wide staff learning about Truth and Reconciliation, local Indigenous culture, Circle of Courage and trauma-informed practice
  • Planned school-wide culture learning aligned with calendar of local cultural seasonal activities
  • Visible language and culture across schools (Knowledge keepers in schools, ceremony, welcome signage, elders posters)
  • Review of school libraries and resource collections and additional funding for Authentic First Peoples Resources
  • Recognizing cultural learning in community with graduation program credits (local Independent Directed Study framework)
  • Meaningful engagement of schools and district in Local Education Agreements (LEA)
  • Re-engagement with Equity in Action 

Explore the ways we are LEARNING BETTER TOGETHER for equity for Indigenous students and learning about local Indigenous culture for all students and staff:

October - Indigenous Learning

Mile 108 Elementary

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Students explored traditional Indigenous methods of preserving food in preparation for the winter months. Through hands-on learning, they discovered how communities would dry meat following fall hunting and gathering, and built their own miniature meat-drying racks. This meaningful activity deepened their understanding of preparation, sustainability, and respect for the land and the animals that provide for us. We extend our gratitude to our Knowledge Keeper, Dort Dickerson, for sharing her teachings and guiding our learning.</span></p>
October Indigenous Learning Maria Telford

Whole Staff Field Trip to Our Local Cultural Center

Mile 108 Elementary

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">On September 2nd, Mile 108 staff had the honour of visiting our local cultural centre to deepen our understanding of Secwépemc culture and history. This meaningful learning will help us bring rich cultural knowledge and perspectives into our school and classrooms. A heartfelt thank you to Floyd Dick for graciously welcoming us, sharing his wisdom, and treating us to the beautiful sounds of the drum and flute. We look forward to continuing this partnership and bringing our students to the centre throughout the year to continue this important learning journey together.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/500102ee-f7f8-4c31-b7ee-139af11377ea" alt="thumbnail IMG 8122 Maria Telford" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>
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District Lahal tournament

100 Mile Elementary

150 Mile Elementary

Alexis Creek Elementary/Secondary

Anahim Lake Elementary/Secondary

Big Lake Elementary

Cataline Elementary

Chilcotin Road Elementary

Columneetza Junior Secondary

Forest Grove Elementary

Graduation Routes Other Ways

Horse Lake Elementary

Horsefly Elementary/Junior

Lac La Hache Elementary

Lake City Secondary

Likely Elementary

Marie Sharpe Elementary

Mile 108 Elementary

Mountview Elementary

Naghtaneqed Elementary/Junior

Nesika Elementary

Peter Skene Ogden Secondary

Outback Storefront

Skyline Alternate

Tatla Lake Elementary/Junior

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Marie Sharpe hosted the 2nd annual lahal tournament. Teams travelled from around the district to take part. Special thank you to all the knowledge keepers that came out to support the event. A great day was experienced by all!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/c843f8b1-ef6b-4b57-a033-1b4fb4e5d0e2" alt="7 Grant Gustafson" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>
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South End Schools are Treated to a day of Indigenous Learning at Tsqescen on Indigenous Day.

Forest Grove Elementary

Horse Lake Elementary

100 Mile Elementary

Mile 108 Elementary

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Students from 100 Mile, Horse Lake, Mile 108 and Forest Grove learned how to play double ball, Lahal, and make pitch medicine. Thank-you to Eliza Archie Memorial School for hosting such a great event.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/7add5176-ee2d-4ea0-9abf-a444f86796c1" alt="South End Schools Indigenous Day 2" width="442" height="589" style="width:442px;height:589px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>
South End Schools Indigenous Day

Community & Culture

Mile 108 Elementary

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Our grade 3 and 4 students enjoyed participating in a student cultural day at Canim Lake. Lots of laughter, learning, and connections made. We are looking forward to visiting again soon.</span></p><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/4f6ceb01-b57b-4a23-ba51-9a4282bc8a6d" alt="Community Culture" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/3c05868f-7490-4e70-8624-8fdcf4c2c84d" alt="Community Culture" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></div></div><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>
Community Culture

Storytelling

Mile 108 Elementary

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Passing down knowledge and culture through story. Our school, students and staff alike, were captivated by Kenthen Thomas' storytelling abilities! Kenthen took us on a journey as we learned about how bear and coyote found the balance between day and night.</span></p><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/9e9670a1-67c2-576b-8923-23c4ba8877ad" alt="fwsaf3le.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p></div></div><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>
Storytelling

Metis Bev Lambert

Mile 108 Elementary

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Metis Bev Lambert introduced the classes to history and culture of the Metis people. How they farmed the land and traded wares during the fur trade. They took culture from both European and First Nations. Bev taught the Red River Jig and incorporated the importance of taking what our grandparents passed down to us. Being kind to each other and using the gifts we were given.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Respect: to honor and listen to our elders, parents and teachers. What we are comes from our Grandmas and Grandpas.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wisdom: Everyone has a special gift, show Wisdom by using that gift.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/d8b3054f-e12b-4202-bc70-03ba39dd38ca" alt="Metis Bev Lambert" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>
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Independent Directed Study Framework

100 Mile Elementary

150 Mile Elementary

Alexis Creek Elementary/Secondary

Anahim Lake Elementary/Secondary

Big Lake Elementary

Cataline Elementary

Chilcotin Road Elementary

Columneetza Junior Secondary

Forest Grove Elementary

Graduation Routes Other Ways

Horse Lake Elementary

Horsefly Elementary/Junior

Lac La Hache Elementary

Lake City Secondary

Likely Elementary

Marie Sharpe Elementary

Mile 108 Elementary

Mountview Elementary

Naghtaneqed Elementary/Junior

Nesika Elementary

Peter Skene Ogden Secondary

Outback Storefront

Skyline Alternate

Tatla Lake Elementary/Junior

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Honouring learning done with family and in community was the inspiration for Cariboo-Chilcotin School District developing a framework to support learners engage in independent directed studies (IDS). IDS allows students to take ownership of planning and engaging in learning about a particular topic or aspect of a curricular area. They decide how they will share what they learned and are granted credits in the graduation program. It is inspiring to see where students can take their studies!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">To learn more, click </span><a href="/page/3983/independent-directed-study-ids" target="_blank" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">here.</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/911eae3b-96e5-45ce-918b-31217cee21a3" alt="Independent Directed Study Framework" width="475" height="630" style="width:475px;height:630px"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>
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Walking Together at Mile 108 Elementary

Mile 108 Elementary

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Great learning, discussions and activities around sense of belonging and how we are all connected.</span></p><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/2cd6df7e-f041-5a30-a76b-fb845bf24f81" alt="xpro5otd.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p></div></div><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>
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District Leadership Learning About

100 Mile Elementary

150 Mile Elementary

Alexis Creek Elementary/Secondary

Anahim Lake Elementary/Secondary

Big Lake Elementary

Cataline Elementary

Chilcotin Road Elementary

Columneetza Junior Secondary

Forest Grove Elementary

Graduation Routes Other Ways

Horse Lake Elementary

Horsefly Elementary/Junior

Lac La Hache Elementary

Lake City Secondary

Likely Elementary

Marie Sharpe Elementary

Mile 108 Elementary

Mountview Elementary

Naghtaneqed Elementary/Junior

Nesika Elementary

Peter Skene Ogden Secondary

Outback Storefront

Skyline Alternate

Tatla Lake Elementary/Junior

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The district leadership team of PVP, managers, and senior staff was honoured to have our own Dancing Water Sandy lead learning for us about First Nations traditional knowledge and use of plants. We mixed teas and made smudge candles and salve.</span></p><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/238405a4-426a-5d51-9e35-f4ee97d4a65d" alt="7y0ldt9e.jpg" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p></div></div><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>
District Leadership Learning About