Sudbury Catholic Celebrates Birth at St. James:  St James Catholic Elementary Catholic School hosted a Drum Birthing ceremony on Tuesday, December 13th. Students from grades three to six watched as their peers awakened their drums through the guidance of...   
 
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The Sudbury Catholic District Board strives to improve achievement among First Nation, Métis and Inuit students, and to close the gap between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal students in the areas of numeracy and literacy, the retention of students in school, graduation rates and the advancement to post secondary studies. The FNMI Framework provides the strategic policy context. See the FNMI Framework...


Our Vision: The Seven Grandfather Teachings
We, at Sudbury Catholic Schools, strive to walk the path of the Seven Grandfather Teachings. These traditional native principles mirror Catholic values in our conduct towards one another. Learn more...


Killarney-Shebanoning Outdoor Environmental Education Centre
The Killarney Shebannoning Outdoor Environmental Education Centre provides authentic student centered First Nations land teachings under the support and guidance of a traditional elder.  Learn more...


Voluntary Self-identification
Sudbury Catholic Schools has implemented a voluntary self-identification initiative designed to better meet the needs of Aboriginal learners. We want to know who you are. Learn more...


Aboriginal Education Advisory Committee
The Sudbury Catholic District School Board will continue to consult on a regular basis with the Aboriginal Advisory Committee. Meetings will continue to be held once a month for the entire school year. Parents and community partners are welcome to join the Aboriginal Advisory Committee at any time. Have a voice in your child's education!  Learn more...

Next meeting: February 14th at the Catholic Education Centre, Room B3



Shelly Moore-Frappier
Aboriginal Lead

Aanii. Welcome. Bonjour.
I am very humbled and honored to be offered the opportunity to support the Sudbury Catholic District School Board staff, students and families gain a better understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal culture and identity.   Read more...



•  Sudbury Catholic Celebrates Birth at St. James
•  Victory for the St. Charles Boys' Hockey Team
•  "Elders in the Classroom" at St. Bernadette
•  Choosing Post Secondary Schools from an Aboriginal Lens
•  Representing and Honouring Culture
•  St. Charles Elementary Kicks Off Dearness Conservation
•  Thank You Teacher!
•  Sharing Best Practice and Honouring Culture

 

 




In the 2009 issue:
• Aboriginal Education Initiatives
• David Bouchard Visit
• Co-Celebration of Aboriginal and
• Catholic culture
• Professional Development with
Dr. Pamela Toulouse

Monthly columns:
• Teaching of the month
• Quote from our Elders
• Near Peer Leader - Student Profile
• Upcoming Events

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Our Logo: Did you know...?
Learn more... about our Sudbury Catholic Schools Aboriginal Education logo.

 


 

Junior Classroom Libraries
The Sudbury Catholic District School Board has purchased culturally diverse Aboriginal focus junior grade classroom libraries. Learn more...


Teacher Toolkit
Teaching resources and strategies for elementary and secondary classrooms. Learn more...

Aboriginal Perspectives: A Guide to the Teacher's Toolkit

GoodMinds Book Company

Information Clearing House

Union of Ontario Indians

Metis Nation

Assembley of First Nations

Ojibwe Cultural Foundation on Manitoulin Island

Promising Practices



The Police Mkwa Opportunity Education Circle
The Police Mkwa Opportunity Education Circle was formed to create learning opportunities for Aboriginal students residing in the City of Greater Sudbury and surrounding area who may wish to pursue a potential career in a law enforcement or criminal justice system field. Learn more...
 
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