Aboriginal Education Month
November is Aboriginal Education MonthNovember is Aboriginal Education Month in the Toronto District School Board. This year’s theme is "Aboriginal Presence in the War of 1812". Throughout the month of November, the Aboriginal Education Centre will be hosting and presenting various events throughout the system. In addition, schools will be conducting their own school and classroom activities. Continue to view the Toronto District School Board, Aboriginal Education website for more details on upcoming events and resources to support the infusion of First Nation, Métis and Inuit perspectives throughout the curricula. Please join us in celebrating Aboriginal Education Month |
What is Aboriginal Education Month?ABORIGINAL EDUCATION MONTH is an occasion for all our schools and workplaces to improve our knowledge and understanding of the histories, cultures, achievements, experiences and world views of First Nation, Inuit and Métis peoples in Canada and throughout the world. In recognizing ABORIGINAL EDUCATION MONTH, we acknowledge the rights of the Aboriginal peoples in Canada as the original peoples of this land. The history of Canada begins with Aboriginal peoples. The histories of First Nation, Inuit and Métis peoples are an integral part of Canada’s history. Yet, the contributions and achievements of Aboriginal peoples, their rich and diverse cultural heritages as well as their rights, histories, and perspectives have traditionally been marginalized. These activities in recognition of ABORIGINAL EDUCATION MONTH are designed to improve our awareness of the achievements of Aboriginal peoples, their struggles and their successes and their perspectives, historically, and in a contemporary context. These learning experiences serve to foster authentic student engagement and enhanced student success as well as to reinforce pride and self-esteem among First Nation, Inuit and Métis students as they see themselves positively reflected in the curricula. The teaching and learning strategies will help to consolidate the foundation on which to enhance inclusive learning environments year round. |
Friday, November 9, 2012 |
World Diabetes Day - November 14, 2012Diabetes affects Aboriginal people at a high rate, and so communities are working to prevent this condition by helping people improve their diet and increase their physical activity. There is even an Aboriginal Food Guide based on traditional knowledge. |
Saturday, November 17, 2012 from 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM |
Friday, November 16, 2012 |
TDSB First Nation, Métis and Inuit Staff NetworkThe TDSB First Nation, Métis and Inuit Staff Network is a group of Aboriginal staff members who meet regularly for many different purposes…to share our personal stories and experiences, to support each other in our career journeys, for professional development as well as social and cultural activities. Please contact Catherine Pawis (Central Coordinating Principal, Aboriginal Education) at catherine.pawis@tdsb.on.ca if you are interested in participating in future gatherings. In addition, many members of the network are working together as part of a planning team with other TDSB staff members to organize Aboriginal Education Month activities and have expressed interest in continuing to be involved in the development of other ongoing programming initiatives in Aboriginal Education. If you would like to learn more about this, please contact Tanya Senk at tanya.senk@tdsb.on.ca. |