CONFERENCE SESSIONS
TUESDAY APRIL 18, 2023
EXPLORING THE POWER OF INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE SYSTEMS IN SCIENCE
This session will explore the power of Indigenous knowledge systems in Science. Wilfred Buck will lead the session on how Indigenous knowledges can enhance the teaching and learning of science. During this session we will showcase authentic resources and practices to integrate into your classroom learning at all grade levels. Specific examples will also include ready-to-go lessons to support the new grade 9 destreamed science. Facilitators will include Tesa Fiddler (TBCDSB), Jodie Williams (DPCDSB)
Zoom links to sessions will be shared closer to the date of the conference. Please check the email address you provided on the form for details.
The Science session will run Tuesday April 18, 2023 at 9am-11am.
EXPLORING THE POWER OF INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE SYSTEMS IN MATHEMATICS
Dr. Lisa Lunney Borden: After over 30 years of working alongside Indigenous students and learning from Indigenous people and communities, I have come to think about math in different ways. In this presentation I will share a model I developed within my work in these communities that prompts me to consider ways in which Indigenous languages, community values, ways of knowing, and cultural connections can impact mathematics learning for Indigenous learners. I will share examples of the teaching and learning implications of this model that are linked to the ways of knowing that emerge from an understanding of the structure of Indigenous languages. I will share ideas about engaging math tasks that involve a greater emphasis on process and spatial reasoning that can help all students see math in new ways.
Additionally, educators will share examples of rich mathematical concepts that can be found in Indigenous technologies and methodologies. Facilitators will include Tesa Fiddler (TBCDSB), Jodie Williams (DPCDSB), Sandra Indian (Baibombeh Anishinaabe School)
Zoom links to sessions will be shared closer to the date of the conference. Please check the email address you provided on the form for details.
The Math session will run Tuesday April 18, 2023 at 1pm-3pm.
EXPLORING THE POWER OF THE INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE SYSTEMS IN FRENCH
This session will explore the power of Indigenous knowledge systems in French First Language and French Immersion classrooms. Educator Brytnee Brough will lead the session on how Indigenous knowledges can enhance the teaching and learning across the curriculum. During this session we will discuss the importance of using authentic resources as well as practices to integrate into your classroom learning at all grade levels. Specific examples will also include ready-to-go lessons to support teachers delivering content in the French language. Facilitators will include Brytnee Brough (CSC Providence).
Cette session va explorer le pouvoir des savoirs autochtones dans les systèmes scolaires francophones et immersion. Enseignante, Brytnee Brough animera la session et partagera des moyens d’intégrer les perspectives autochtones de façon transdisciplinaire. Durant la session, nous allons discuter de l’importance de choisir des ressources authentiques ainsi que des pratiques d'intégration pour tous les niveaux. Des exemples de leçons seront présentés pour soutenir les enseignant(e)s à intégrer les perspectives autochtones dans le contexte francophone. Cette session sera animée par Brytnee Brough (CSC Providence)
Zoom links to sessions will be shared closer to the date of the conference. Please check the email address you provided on the form for details.
The French session will run Tuesday April 18, 2023 at 4pm-6pm.
WEDNESDAY APRIL 19, 2023
EXPLORING THE POWER OF INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE SYSTEMS IN LITERATURE
Building on our previous 4-part webinar series earlier this year, Waubgeshig Rice joins us once again to share about the beauty and brilliance that Indigenous literatures have to offer. During this session, we will have two breakout rooms:
Elementary focus: led by Tina DeCastro (GECDSB), Gretchen Sands (LKDSB) and Carol Windmill (OCDSB)
Secondary focus: teacher panel will include Troy Maracle (HPEDSB), Kyl Morrison (OCDSB), Lee Becker (PDSB), Roberta LaPlante (ALCDSB), Jerica Fraser (UGDSB) and Waubgeshig Rice. We will also showcase our newest resources to support secondary English classrooms including NBE.
Zoom links to sessions will be shared closer to the date of the conference. Please check the email address you provided on the form for details.
The Literacy session will run Wednesday April 19, 2023 at 9am-11am.
EXPLORING THE POWER OF INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE SYSTEMS IN ART
In this session, Isaac Murdoch from Serpent River First Nation will discuss how art can be a powerful tool for inspiring people into change and action. We will share tips and strategies for incorporating Indigenous artworks (K-12) in a way that avoids cultural appropriation. Art for Action is a beautiful way to explore ideas, concepts and also emotion. This digital resource features artist Isaac Murdoch and his artwork as a way to invoke curiosity, learn about the amazing Anishinaabek people and get involved in taking action on protecting the lands and waters. Co-Facilitated with Jodie Wiliams (DPCDSB).
Zoom links to sessions will be shared closer to the date of the conference. Please check the email address you provided on the form for details.
The Art session will run Wednesday April 19, 2023 at 1pm-3pm.
THE WAY WE SOUND; ANISHINAABEMOWIN SESSION
This session will be hosted by Elizabeth Osawamick, President of Anishnabem Teg. Liz will host a number of language speakers and teachers in an authentic conversation about Anishnabemowin, in Anishnabemowin. Liz is a life long speaker, teacher and advocate of the language. A proud Member of Wikwemikong Unceded First Nation, Liz gathers her strength and knowledge from her familly and community. She leads and attends ceremonies and gatherings. Well known across Turtle Island, Liz brings a wealth of knowledge and support for her people and language.
Liz will be joined by speakers who are working to preserve the language in their communities: Phyllis Williams, Elder, Wikwemikong Unceded First Nation, Isadore Toulouse, Anishnabemowin Teacher, Little Traverse Bay, Michigan, Gertie Osawamick, Nookmis, Nawewin Gamig, Wikwemikong Unceded First Nation, Dan Kimewon, Language Advocate &Teacher, Saugeen First Nation, Pat Osawamick, Language Teacher, Dr. Shirley Williams, retired Language Professor.
Zoom links to sessions will be shared closer to the date of the conference. Please check the email address you provided on the form for details.
The Anishinaabemowin session will run Wednesday April 19, 2023 at 4pm-6pm.
THURSDAY APRIL 20, 2023
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Please join us for our Annual General Meeting! We will discuss the past year's work, nominate and vote in new members. If you are interested in joining the Board, please complete the form (link to registration form). Questions can be directed to the elections officer: sofia.poveda.windmill@gmail.com We would love to welcome new members to our team!
The AGM will run Thursday April 20, 2023 at 4pm.
Anyone interested in running for these elected positions must submit their intent by April 6th 11:59pm.
Description of council positions are on the AGM registration form here.