Teacher Resources
Alberta Education in partnership with the ATA and other provincial organizations have designed Teacher Quality and Leadership Quality Standards.
“The revision of this resource, the Teaching Quality Standard (TQS) and the complementary development of a school Leadership Quality Standard (LQS) (principal, vice-principal) and subsequent Superintendent Leadership Quality Standard (superintendent, associate superintendent) will heighten public assurance about the quality of education in Alberta and emphasize our shared commitment to develop the conditions necessary for optimal student learning for every student in every Alberta school.” (Teaching Quality and school Leadership Quality Standards - Alberta Education, January 17, 2018)
In the Teaching Quality Standard document there are specific standards regarding the professional practice expectations for meeting the needs of First Nations, Métis and Inuit students.
The following resources from various sources provide teachers with support for meeting the Teaching Quality Standards.
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K-12 Indigenous Education Math Kits
K-12 Indigenous Education Science Kits
The following links are related to the newly released Alberta curriculum (2022). If you are looking for support or suggestions related to outcomes not listed in these tabs, please reach out to the Director of Indigenous Education and Reconciliation or the Indigenous Education and Reconciliation Learning Support Coach for help.
These documents are only accessible to staff with a Wolf Creek Public Schools login.
- Math
- English Language Arts and Literature
- Science (Still to Come)
- Physical Education and Wellness (Still to Come)
- Moon Cycles (Still to Come)
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Seven Sacred Teachings Certificate Templates
Introduction to the Seven Sacred Teachings - A Two Week Exploration
Classroom Instruction
- Circle of Courage
- Dr. Martin Brokenleg
- Empowering the Spirit
- First Nations Films
- Guiding Voices
- Learn Alberta
- Literacy Seed
- National Film Board
- Native Land - Territories, Languages, Treaties
- Their Voices Will Guide Us
Foundational Knowledge
- 60's Scoop
- Accessing FNMI Supports
- Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada
- Alberta Education - Overview and Role
- APTN.ca
- Assembly of First Nations
- ATA Indigenous Education Resource Page
- Empowering the Spirit
- First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Professional Learning
- FNMI Collaborative Framework: Building Relationships
- Four Directions Teachings
- Indigenous Peoples Atlas of Canada
- Indigenous Peoples - Historica Canada
- Métis Nation of Alberta
- Métis Scrip Global News
- Moving Forward: Implementing FNMI Collaborative Frameworks
- National Screen Institute - I'm Not the Indian You Had in Mind
- Our Way is a Valid Way - Educator Resource
- Provincial FNMI Professional Learning Project
- Rupertsland
- Truth and Reconciliation in Your Classroom
- Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada
- Weaving Ways: Classroom Supports for Teachers
- Weaving Ways Webinar Series: Educational Synthesis & Indigenous Knowlege Systems
Literacy Supports
Orange Shirt Day Resource Page
Each year, Wolf Creek Public Schools recognizes and participates in Orange Shirt day across the District to honor those who attended residential schools and experienced various forms of bullying and racism. This is an opportunity for schools to talk about anti-racism and anti-bullying with students across the District.
Orange Shirt Day is a legacy of the St. Joseph Mission (SJM) residential school commemoration event held in Williams Lake, BC, Canada, in the spring of 2013. It grew out of Phyllis' story of having her shiny new orange shirt taken away on her first day of school at the Mission, and it has become an opportunity to keep the discussion on all aspects of residential schools happening annually.
The date was chosen because it is the time of year in which children were taken from their homes to residential schools, and because it is an opportunity to set the stage for anti-racism and anti-bullying policies for the coming school year. It also gives teachers time to plan events that will include children as we want to ensure that we are passing the story and learning on to the next generations.
Orange Shirt Day is also an opportunity for First Nations, local governments, schools and communities to come together in the spirit of reconciliation and hope for generations of children to come. (Orange Shirt Day: every child matters. (2017). Orange Shirt Day: every child matters. Retrieved 16 October 2017, from http://www.orangeshirtday.org)
About National Indigenous Peoples Day
In cooperation with Indigenous organizations, the Government of Canada proclaimed June 21 of each year as National Aboriginal Day, now known as National Indigenous Peoples Day. This date was chosen because it corresponds to the summer solstice, the longest day of the year, and because for generations, many Indigenous Peoples’ groups have celebrated their culture and heritage at this time of year.
National Indigenous Peoples Day is a wonderful opportunity to become better acquainted with the cultural diversity of First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, discover the unique accomplishments and celebrate their outstanding contribution to Canadian society. This is a day for all Canadians to recognize and celebrate the unique heritage, diverse cultures and significant accomplishments.
Join us in celebrating the many accomplishments and contributions of Indigenous people in Canada. Watch this short video about Nine Things to Know About National Indigenous Peoples’ Day.
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First Nations
Join us in watching this short video on First Nations history and culture.
Four Directions Project
At Ponoka Secondary Campus, an exciting learning program for grade 7 students called ‘Darkspark’ took place from October 15-19, 2018. Over the week students created powerful art by assisting them in conceptualizing, writing and recording pop songs about how colonial history affects them, their families and communities. The instructors on this team sensitively and skillfully facilitated students creating songs for change and healing that teach, reclaim and reconcile colonial history, which is still very much a part of Canada's present.
DARKSPARK | Four Directions - Ponoka, AB from DARKSPARK on Vimeo.
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Métis
Join us in watching this short video that speaks to the rich history and culture of Métis people. Explore many resources and videos at wolfcreek.ab.ca. Photo credits include: H. S. Spence, Canada. Department of Mines and Technical Surveys. Library and Archives Canada, PA-014406, Métis Jiggers.
Parks Canada Video: Stories of Growing Up Métis
Explore Métis culture through hearing a story. Sharing a rich history from their past and today, Métis people are preserving culture through stories told through each generation.
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Inuit
Join us in celebrating the culture, accomplishments and contributions of Inuit people in Canada. Join us in watching this short video to learn more.
Inuit throat-singing sisters from Canada
Karin and Kathy Kettler, the Canadian throat-singing sisters who together are known as Nukariik, carry on the traditions of the elders from their mothers' village in Kangiqsualujjuaq, Nunavik, which is located in northern Quebec. (Anchorage Daily News)
Spotlight on filmmaker Zacharias Kunuk
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More to Explore
11 Ways to Virtually Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day
A Brief Timeline of the History of Indigenous Relations in Canada
National Indigenous Peoples History Month is a time to acknowledge the history of Indigenous relations and Indigenous Peoples in Canada. Reconciliation, in part, means learning about the past in order to understand the present, and with that understanding, contribute to creating a better future for Indigenous and non-Indigenous people in Canada. Read more > > >
National Indigenous History Month - Why it’s important
June is National Indigenous History Month - a time for all Canadians - Indigenous, non-Indigenous and newcomers - to reflect upon and learn the history, sacrifices, cultures, contributions, and strength of First Nations, Inuit and Metis people. It’s important to keep in mind that First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples each have their own unique histories. And within each group, there are distinct histories. Read more >>>
Celebrate 21 Indigenous Athletes for National Indigenous Peoples Day
Indigenous athletes often face tremendous difficulties beyond the rigours of training for their sport. They are frequently from geographically and economically challenged home communities which means access to elite training facilities and resources for training and travelling for training can be limited. During national and international competitions, they can be subjected to institutionalized racism and stereotyping. Read more > > >
May 5th, 2020 is the National Day of Awareness for Murdered and Missing Indigenous Women and Girls. Join Wolf Creek Public Schools and Wear Red to raise awareness.
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