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Staff and teachers reviewed goals they set in part 1, shared successes and challenges.

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Research on Teachers co-researching relationally towards decolonization and reconciliation within schools in the Lower Mainland

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Research on Teachers co-researching relationally towards decolonization and reconciliation within schools in the Lower Mainland

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Presenter Michelle Good - Indigenous writer - at BCTELA proD - Oct 25

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Presenter Michelle Good - Indigenous writer - at BCTELA proD - Oct 25

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In my Composition 10 class, students explored personal identity through Thomas King’s *The Truth About Stories* and the latest novel, *The Turtles*. Inspired by Indigenous storytelling traditions, such as oral teachings, trickster tales, and land-based narratives, students wrote reflective personal stories. This task deepened their and my respect for Indigenous perspectives and highlighted the power of storytelling in shaping identity. We capped off the experience by watching a documentary about these cultural themes.

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Composition 10 - Listening, Reflecting, Telling

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Composition 10 - Listening, Reflecting, Telling

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Only Drunks and Children Tell the Truth - EFP 12 and Drama 11/ 12

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Only Drunks and Children Tell the Truth - EFP 12 and Drama 11/ 12

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National Day of Truth and Reconciliation 2024

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National Day of Truth and Reconciliation 2024

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School-wide trip to Kitsilano beach for a shoreline clean up, followed by a reflection on the impact in decolonization for the area, once know as Khatsalano

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Shoreline Cleanup and land-based learning 

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Shoreline Cleanup and land-based learning 

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Amazingly Simple Graphic Design Software – Canva

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Amazingly Simple Graphic Design Software – Canva

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Students in Ms. Guan's CLC and Ms. Franklin's English First Peoples 12 visited the Witness Blanket exhibit to connect to stories told by residential school survivors and learned more about Truth and Reconciliation.

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Decolonization tour on UBC campus - CIS 12

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Decolonization tour on UBC campus - CIS 12

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Borders is a graphic novel adaptation of the classic 1997 short story of the same name by Thomas King. It must be an anxious task to adapt a story by the legendary Indigenous author, but the young Métis cartoonist Natasha Donovan — listed as “illustrator” on the cover — is an experienced creator of graphic novels, and is herself a rising star in the world of comics for younger people.  

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Novel from Indigenous author Thomas King for Composition 11

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Novel from Indigenous author Thomas King for Composition 11

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First Nations collection in the school library

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First Nations collection in the school library

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This experience highlights the unique Indigenous stories, oral history and perspectives of our unique experiences with the explorers, traders, settlers as well as the current aspects of our tribal communities today. 

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Spoken Treasure Tour led by the Squamish nation - SS 10, CIS 12 & EFP 12

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Spoken Treasure Tour led by the Squamish nation - SS 10, CIS 12 & EFP 12

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Only Drunks and Children Tell the Truth - EFP 12

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Only Drunks and Children Tell the Truth - EFP 12

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Poetry studies, research and presentation for English Studies 12.  First Nations content in ES 12. We often cover multiple poems and even a short story or two.However, one poem that I always include is Marilyn Dumont's Helen Betty Osborne. Please see attachments.The reason why I always like to use it is that it covers numerous issues within it. It fits with my general philosophy of going deep on content, rather than trying to just provide more.For this poem, the students are required to look up the various people that are referred to within the poem and presenting in groups briefly who the people are and why they are important to Canadian history and Reconciliation. This is done by short group presentations. (first attachment)Once the students have been introduced the various historical figures, we then look at the poem afterward to make sense of the themes covered therein. (second attachment)In the poem, Dumont expresses her feelings of vulnerability as an Indigenous woman in contemporary Canada based on the plight of many of her peers.By referencing the following historical cases of Helen Betty Osborne, Ana Mae Aquash, Richard Cardinal and Donald Marshall the class is hopefully able to get some perspective on the plight of First Nations people in Canda, and therefore, the need for reconciliation.Helen Betty Osborne was brutally murdered and the case was not taken seriously by law enforcement at the time allowing the perpetrators to be free for years afterward.Ana Mae Aquash was a Canadian woman who became embroiled in the American Indian Movement in the US where she was likely killed for being erroneously named as a police informant.Richard Cardinal was a suicide victim whose death highlighted the injustices and neglect present in the foster care system in Canada.Donald Marshall was falsely imprisoned for a murder that he did not commit, and then later, he was involved in another landmark case about First Nations fishing rights.The poem also references in general the injustices of the fur trade and the vulnerability that many First Nations women experience due to unwanted sexual advances with little protection from authorities.Usually, we get some meaningful discussions about these topics, as students are able to relate it to other content that they have covered in their other classes, such as Social Studies.

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Poetry from Indigenous writer Marilyn Dumont - English Studies 12

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Poetry from Indigenous writer Marilyn Dumont - English Studies 12

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CIS 12 students learn more about the 94 calls for actions (TRCC)

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CIS 12 students learn more about the 94 calls for actions (TRCC)

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Timeline to document our Reconciliation journey 

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Timeline to document our Reconciliation journey 

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Local context - Research on the Squamish First Nations - CIS 12

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Kairos Blanket Exercise led by Musqueam Elder and Knowledge keeper

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Kairos Blanket Exercise led by Musqueam Elder and Knowledge keeper

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Voices on the Rise is a series that travels to various Indigenous communities to learn about how they are working towards saving their languages from extinction. It presents the idea that preserving culture means preserving language, and that the two concepts are intrinsically linked.

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Eli Hirtle is a nêhiyaw(Cree)/British/German filmmaker, beadworker, visual artist and curator based in Victoria, BC, Canada. His practice involves documenting Indigenous cultural resurgence and revitalization, as well as investigating his nêhiyaw identity through beadwork.

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Eli Hirtle is a nêhiyaw(Cree)/British/German filmmaker, beadworker, visual artist and curator based in Victoria, BC, Canada. His practice involves documenting Indigenous cultural resurgence and revitalization, as well as investigating his nêhiyaw identity through beadwork.

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Indigenous books featured in school library

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Indigenous books featured in school library

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An exhibition featuring belongings recovered from the ancient Musqueam village of c̓əsnaʔəm, a site first occupied almost 5,000 years ago.  Students from HGeo 12 and CIS 12 have been able to explore and learn more about the Musqueam by encountering artefacts and design concepts (the exhibition itself is constructed in the style of a Coast Salish longhouse to evoke feelings of home) that connect directly to the daily lives of the Lower Mainland's earliest known inhabitants whose descendants still call these shores home.

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My kids in composition 11 class annotated a prose passage focused on themes of identity, resilience, and pride related to Indigenous perspectives. The activity fosters critical thinking and appreciation of cultural narratives.

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Earth Matters Exhibit: "Indigenous communities have stewarded these lands for millennia, maintaining a significant relationship with the natural world. Many Indigenous practices, such as sustainable resource management and knowledge of ecological environments, continue to shape conservation efforts and land-use planning in the province." (Blurb from Science World)

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As part of my professional growth plan, I plan to make authentic abd meaningful connections with each of the three local Indigenous groups as a step towards reconciliation by reaching out to each First Nations school or group and engaging in meaningful conversations around topics such as our goal to connect with Indigenous youth and learn the needs of the local Indigenous youth. I will continue this padlet to document the school’s journey in reconciliation. I plan to continue connecting with other independent schools on the Reconciliation and Equity in Action initiative. 

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The attached graphic resonated with me. My professional development goals will be to gauge my lessons and texts through this guide, and see how well they authentically adhere to it. It will hopefully give me tools I can use to approach this subject with more confidence that I am doing it with respect and responsibility.

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Indigenous-Focused Goal for Digital Media Development 11 12

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Indigenous-Focused Goal for Digital Media Development 11 12

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"Students will explore and engage with Indigenous perspectives, knowledge, and cultural practices, as well as past stories, through the creation and exploration of digital media. By using digital tools and platforms, students will deepen their understanding of Indigenous cultures while practicing ethical and respectful media production."

•Photo Editing:

Students will research photos that represent Indigenous peoples and their histories, learning about the stories and significance behind these images. They will use these materials for their own photo editing projects, ensuring that they approach the photos with respect and sensitivity to the cultural context and meaning.

•Voice Editing:

In this chapter, students will be encouraged to explore Indigenous languages and speech through available resources, including recordings and language revitalization efforts. They will use these audio materials in their voice editing projects, learning about the importance of preserving Indigenous languages and voices.

•Video Editing:

In the video editing chapter, students will engage with Indigenous video content, documentaries, or stories. They will analyze how these stories are told and the cultural values embedded in the narratives. Students will then create their own video projects that incorporate Indigenous perspectives, aiming to produce media that reflects the richness of Indigenous cultures in an ethical and respectful manner.

•2D Design:

In this chapter, students will use Indigenous cultural symbols, such as totem designs, or other artwork that represents Indigenous heritage as a source of inspiration for their own 2D designs. They will explore the meanings and significance of these symbols while creating their designs, ensuring that they approach the cultural elements with respect and understanding.

•3D Printing:

Students will learn about traditional Indigenous art forms and crafts, such as masks or tools, and explore how these designs can be reimagined in a 3D digital space. By researching the cultural significance of these objects, students will create their own 3D models, reflecting Indigenous artistic traditions in their work.

•AutoCAD:

In the AutoCAD chapter, students will engage with Indigenous architectural designs, such as longhouses or other culturally significant structures. They will study these traditional designs and incorporate elements of Indigenous architecture into their own AutoCAD projects, ensuring a thoughtful and respectful approach to Indigenous design practices.

This goal aligns with the BC Curriculum’s focus on Indigenous worldviews and perspectives, fostering an appreciation for cultural diversity, and promoting responsible digital creation and curation. It encourages students to think critically about the impact of their work and the importance of respectful and ethical storytelling in the context of Indigenous communities.

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I looked this over at it still feels like a stretch. But here's to trying.

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Place-conscious learning and reading “My Heart Soars” 

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Place-conscious learning and reading “My Heart Soars” 

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Above attached PDF file includes several goals that I combine Indigenous perspectives with computer programming; by creating these indigenous-focused goals in computer programming within the BC curriculum, we can foster a more inclusive, culturally aware and relevant approach to learning. It would emphasize the importance of Indigenous knowledge, perspectives and ways of knowing in the realm of technology, programming and computer studies. By integrating these goals, the computer programming curriculum can support a meaningful engagement with Indigenous knowledge and promote understanding among all students about the intersections of technology and Indigenous rights, culture, and history.

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Indigenous-Focused Goal for Computer Programming 11 12

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Indigenous-Focused Goal for Computer Programming 11 12

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In October 2023, some of our teachers heard Murray Sinclair's keynote speech on the status of Indigenous rights at the British Columbia Teachers of English Language Arts conference.

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Hon. Murray Sinclair - Landscapes of Story and Reconciliation

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Hon. Murray Sinclair - Landscapes of Story and Reconciliation

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Focus lens: relationality - our relationship with the land, people, our culture…

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Focus lens: relationality - our relationship with the land, people, our culture…

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Learning from Squamish Knowledge Keeper Leh'k Lah'k El'k William Nanahee Jr. - Story telling, oral traditions

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Learning from Squamish Knowledge Keeper Leh'k Lah'k El'k William Nanahee Jr. - Story telling, oral traditions