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Many of my FNMI students have built an identity that says they will not do as well, or they are just not able to achieve. Maintaining high standards, regardless of the situation, and supporting and believing in their ability to reach that goal the same as every other student impacts them on the long run. In some cases this took literally years, but by believing in them they start to learn to believe in themselves.

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Drawing parallels and finding common ground or value in some of the common traditional teachings:
- medicine wheel
- tipi teachings
- 7 natural laws, etc...

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We are working to offer flex sessions that meet the needs and interests of our FMNI community.

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We are working to offer flex sessions that meet the needs and interests of our FMNI community.

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Speak out in class when stereotypical or racist comments are made. Turn it into a class discussion. Allow everyone to speak

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It is important to recognize that we have our own prejudice, from our environment,  our past education, and to recognize that we have subconsciously accepted racist/classist stereotypes as truth.

To overcome our own prejudices, we have to acknowledge that they exist.

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Assist Indigenous students to build a strong identity based on both their Indigenous traditions and values, and understanding of dominant, non-Indigenous traditions and values

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Recognition of the legitimacy of local norms, values and epistemologies

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Recognition of the legitimacy of local norms, values and epistemologies

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Which First Nations are near Edmonton? What tribes do they represent? Metis settlements?
Avoid broad generalizations.
Invite FNMI speakers when possible.

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Understanding the Impact of Indian Residential School Trauma & other Assimilation Policies

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Understanding the Impact of Indian Residential School Trauma & other Assimilation Policies

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Our families are often still healing from cycles that were created from historical trauma.
- addictions
- poverty
- poor parenting
- abuse
-foster care

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Your presence makes our class better

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Successful Practices (what works for our students?)

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Successful Practices (what works for our students?)

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- how can we move beyond delivering the curriculum?

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What do we really know about the land we live on?
Blanket Exercise?
Are we familiar with Educator Resources?
Walking Together - Online digital resource (AB ED)
Our Way is a Valid Way (ARPDC
Education is our Buffalo (ATA)
Our Words Our Ways (AB ED)
"Clearing The Plains" Book - James Daschuk
"We Were Children" Movie (ATA)
"Elder in the Making" Documentary (ATA)

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Thanking students for being here - Glad to see you today
- I'm glad you're here
-I'm happy you made it today

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Do your students feel represented in your school?
Their Classroom

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Getting to know our students - building relationships is key

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Getting to know our students - building relationships is key

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What is their background?
What is their living situation?
What are their strengths?
What are their challenges?