How to Show you Care
Different Ways People Misbehave in Class
(fail to conduct oneself in a way that is acceptable to others; behave badly)
Inattention— daydreaming, looking out the window, drawing, thinking about things that have nothing to do with to the lesson.
Apathy— a general disinclination to participate, sulking, or not caring, not wanting to try or to do well
Needless talk— students chatting during instructional time about things unrelated to the lesson
Moving about the room— getting up and moving about without permission, congregating in parts of the room
Annoying others— provoking, teasing, picking at, and calling names.
Disruption— shouting out during the instruction, talking and laughing inappropriately, causing “accidents.”
Lying— falsifying statements to get one’s way or to get others in trouble.
Stealing— taking things that belong to others.
Cheating— being academically dishonest or duplicitous in their dealings with others
Sexual harassment— making others uncomfortable through touching, sex-related language, or sexual innuendo
Aggression and fighting— showing hostility toward classmates, threatening them, shoving, pinching, wrestling, hitting
Malicious mischief— doing damage intentionally to school property or the belongings of others
Defiance of authority— talking back to the teacher, refusing to do as the teacher requests
Students must understand that their behavior affects others in the classroom (and in the community). Good behavior allows everyone to learn, but disruptive behaviors prevent learning and creates discord.
There are many different cultures and traditions represented amongst our First Nations, Metis and Inuit Communities with a variety of perspectives and yet they all have this in common: An abusive history of mistreatment, oppression and inequality towards their people. A history that continues to this day and found in many forms including the way we ignore their needs and their right to self govern and live as a prosperous and thriving people.
https://truenorthaid.ca/how-to-help-first-nations/
HOW TO HELP FIRST NATIONS COMMUNITIES IN CANADA
Donate
Listen
Volunteer
Attend a First Nations traditional event like a Pow-wow
Attend a Kairos Blanket Exercise
Read Indigenous Literature
Watch and Learn from Indigenous Film and Television
Listen to indigenous music
Organize a Traditional Celebration of Achievement event for the FNMI youth in your school board. In Alberta, where it started this semi-formal event is an annual opportunity for the communities of the Wood Buffalo Region to celebrate the graduating achievements of its grade 12 FNMI students. https://sites.google.com/a/fmcsd.ab.ca/fnmi/tcoa
How to Be an Ally to Indigenous Peoples - Pitzer College https://www.pitzer.edu/academics/wp-content/uploads/sites/38/2019/11/FAC-Parker-Allies7GenFundFinal11-2017.pdf
5 Ways You Can Educate Yourself and Support Indigenous Communities in Canada
1. Practice compassion and self-reflection as Indigenous communities mourn and remember.
Listen to and respect Indigenous communities as they work through their grief about residential schools and other colonial legacies.
2. Educate yourself about residential schools through the stories of survivors.
Take a serious look at how these institutions came into existence in the first place — how they were funded, maintained for decades, and continued by churches and governments long after they were widely known to be breaching human rights laws.
firsthand accounts from survivors are the one of the best means for understanding Indigenous rights issues.
3. Read (and re-read) the final report of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission.
There are 94 calls to action for federal, provincial and territorial governments, organizations, schools, and individuals to engage in
4. Support Indigenous artists, business owners, journalists, and community organizers.
It also means empowering Indigenous businesses who provide opportunities for economic development and tangible pathways out of poverty.
If you're able to, consider buying Indigenous-made products. While artisan crafts may be a bit more expensive than their mass-produced counterparts, your dollars will have a bigger impact on the people who sell them.
5. Donate to Indigenous organizations working at the grassroots level to combat poverty, racism, and colonialism.
Giving money or resources to Indigenous-led organizations shows support and empowers those that feed, shelter, and give legal support to First Nations communities across the country.
https://www.globalcitizen.org/en/content/how-to-support-indigenous-communities-canada/
TRUTH AND RECONCILIATION -HOPE FOR THE FUTURE -Tree of Hope
What does reconciliation look like, feel like, sound like?
How can we show that we care?
How can we help? What can we do towards Reconciliation?
How can we develop better relationships with Indigenous People?
How can we fix the wrongs of the past?
How can we be better allies with Indigenous People? How can we live happily together on this land?
POSSIBLE ANSWERS
1. We need to acknowledge what did indeed happen.
2. We mustn’t deny the truth.
3. We need to correct misinformation when we hear it and see it.
4. We must challenge people to think differently.
5. We need to recognize that not everyone has the same opportunities for learning.
6. We need to recognize that not everyone has the same opportunities to get healthcare.
7. We need to not judge or disrespect people who know less than us.
8. We need to use our education to educate others.
9. Support local organizations focused on Indigenous Peoples.
10. Deliberately and intentionally work towards making positive change.
11. Read books.
12. Learn more.
13. Listen more.
14. Talk nicely.
15. Don’t make racist comments or jokes.
16. Vote for political parties that support Indigenous rights.
17. Befriend Indigenous people.
18. Go to a Powwow.
19. Listen to Indigenous music.
20. Don’t buy appropriated art.
21. Donate items or money to Native Friendship Centres.
22. Teach others about Canada’s history.
23. Equally share wealth gained from Natural Resources.
24. Share decision making.
25. Invite elders into the classroom
26. Watch authentic Indigenous Films
There are many different cultures and traditions represented amongst our First Nations, Metis and Inuit Communities with a variety of perspectives and yet they all have this in common: An abusive history of mistreatment, oppression and inequality towards their people. A history that continues to this day and found in many forms including the way we ignore their needs and their right to self govern and live as a prosperous and thriving people.
https://truenorthaid.ca/how-to-help-first-nations/
HOW TO HELP FIRST NATIONS COMMUNITIES IN CANADA
Donate
Listen
Volunteer
Attend a First Nations traditional event like a Pow-wow
Attend a Kairos Blanket Exercise
Read Indigenous Literature
Watch and Learn from Indigenous Film and Television
Listen to indigenous music
Organize a Traditional Celebration of Achievement event for the FNMI youth in your school board. In Alberta, where it started this semi-formal event is an annual opportunity for the communities of the Wood Buffalo Region to celebrate the graduating achievements of its grade 12 FNMI students. https://sites.google.com/a/fmcsd.ab.ca/fnmi/tcoa
How to Be an Ally to Indigenous Peoples - Pitzer College https://www.pitzer.edu/academics/wp-content/uploads/sites/38/2019/11/FAC-Parker-Allies7GenFundFinal11-2017.pdf
5 Ways You Can Educate Yourself and Support Indigenous Communities in Canada
1. Practice compassion and self-reflection as Indigenous communities mourn and remember.
Listen to and respect Indigenous communities as they work through their grief about residential schools and other colonial legacies.
2. Educate yourself about residential schools through the stories of survivors.
Take a serious look at how these institutions came into existence in the first place — how they were funded, maintained for decades, and continued by churches and governments long after they were widely known to be breaching human rights laws.
firsthand accounts from survivors are the one of the best means for understanding Indigenous rights issues.
3. Read (and re-read) the final report of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission.
There are 94 calls to action for federal, provincial and territorial governments, organizations, schools, and individuals to engage in
4. Support Indigenous artists, business owners, journalists, and community organizers.
It also means empowering Indigenous businesses who provide opportunities for economic development and tangible pathways out of poverty.
If you're able to, consider buying Indigenous-made products. While artisan crafts may be a bit more expensive than their mass-produced counterparts, your dollars will have a bigger impact on the people who sell them.
5. Donate to Indigenous organizations working at the grassroots level to combat poverty, racism, and colonialism.
Giving money or resources to Indigenous-led organizations shows support and empowers those that feed, shelter, and give legal support to First Nations communities across the country.
https://www.globalcitizen.org/en/content/how-to-support-indigenous-communities-canada/
TRUTH AND RECONCILIATION -HOPE FOR THE FUTURE -Tree of Hope
What does reconciliation look like, feel like, sound like?
How can we show that we care?
How can we help? What can we do towards Reconciliation?
How can we develop better relationships with Indigenous People?
How can we fix the wrongs of the past?
How can we be better allies with Indigenous People? How can we live happily together on this land?
POSSIBLE ANSWERS
1. We need to acknowledge what did indeed happen.
2. We mustn’t deny the truth.
3. We need to correct misinformation when we hear it and see it.
4. We must challenge people to think differently.
5. We need to recognize that not everyone has the same opportunities for learning.
6. We need to recognize that not everyone has the same opportunities to get healthcare.
7. We need to not judge or disrespect people who know less than us.
8. We need to use our education to educate others.
9. Support local organizations focused on Indigenous Peoples.
10. Deliberately and intentionally work towards making positive change.
11. Read books.
12. Learn more.
13. Listen more.
14. Talk nicely.
15. Don’t make racist comments or jokes.
16. Vote for political parties that support Indigenous rights.
17. Befriend Indigenous people.
18. Go to a Powwow.
19. Listen to Indigenous music.
20. Don’t buy appropriated art.
21. Donate items or money to Native Friendship Centres.
22. Teach others about Canada’s history.
23. Equally share wealth gained from Natural Resources.
24. Share decision making.
25. Invite elders into the classroom
26. Watch authentic Indigenous Films
60 ways you can use a Care Card to tell someone they matter to you.
Peer Support
Thank a friend for being there when times were tough. (Example: You Matter Because…you let me cry on your shoulder.)
Show someone you appreciate them for being a good friend.
Describe a time a small act made a big difference. (Example: You Matter Because… you brought me soup when I was sick.)
Give someone a compliment.
Tell someone why their talent/skills inspire you.
Show your best friend why they are the BEST.
Highlight a unique trait. (Example: You Matter Because… you rock those red curls and inspire me to do the same!)
Family Appreciation
Send a Care Card to…
A sibling
A cousin
A parent
Aunts and uncles
Grandparents
Close family friends
Anti-Bullying
Tell someone who has been bullied why they matter to you. (Example: You Matter Because…you don’t let anyone change who you are, and that inspires me!)
Thank a friend for intervening or standing up against bullies.
Thank an adult, teacher or staff member for helping you with a bully.
Thank a friend for listening and empathizing with what happened.
Tell a classmate who has been bullied that you are there for them.
Encourage a friend who stopped bullying. (Example: You Matter Because…you are trying to be a better person.)
Mental Wellness
Tell someone why they make your life better.
Thank someone for making a difference in your life. (Example: You Matter Because…you taught me to be proud of who I am.)
Tell someone you love them.
Tell a friend how they have inspired you to be a better person. (Example: You Matter Because…you inspired me to give back to our community.)
Give a friend a boost when they are struggling.
Tell someone why they are your hero.
Explain why you look up to someone.
Describe the impact someone has on you.
Tell someone why you believe in them.
Tell someone how they rocked it.
Share why someone should be hopeful.
Tell someone why their future is bright.
Public Service Appreciation
Show our public servants why they make a difference. Send Care Cards to…
Teachers
Police officers
Military service members and veterans
Fire fighters
Nurses
Staff at your school
Mentors and coaches
Bus drivers
Mail carriers
Thank You Cards
Thank someone for…
Making you feel included
Encouraging you to follow your dreams
Teaching you a new skill
Standing up for you
Leading a cause close to your heart
Going above and beyond to help you out
Random Acts of Kindness
Do something nice for someone and add a nice message
Leave an extra big tip for the food server and tell them why their service is outstanding.
Visit a senior center and ask to hear an elderly person’s life story. Leave a message about why their life made a difference.
Mow a neighbor’s lawn, rake their leaves, shovel a sidewalk and leave an anonymous Care Card.
Send a Care Card to an elderly person who has been an influence in your life.
Write a letter to a teacher who influenced your life.
Reach out to someone who has dedicated their life to your favorite cause. Tell them why it matters. (Example: You Matter Because…the work you do ensures a healthy future for our planet earth.)
When buying coffee, pay for the person behind you. Hand them a Care Card and remind them why they matter.
Leave Care Cards at a blood donation center.
Tell someone what you notice about them. (Example: You Matter Because…your confidence is dazzling!)
Reach out to a homeless person.
Give a compliment to a stranger.
Tell someone that you admire them.
Click the link below to download the card, print it off, and take a picture of it to share online.
https://msw.usc.edu/mswusc-blog/60-ways-show-someone-you-care/
OR make one yourself.
LAND BACK! What do we mean?
One woman's plan to give back: 'The land needs to be returned to Indigenous peoples'
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Read the following significant current policies:
The Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada: Calls to Action, taking special note of items 62–65, regarding education
The Assembly of First Nations’ p. 8-18 Cultural Competency Report
The Ontario Ministry of Education’s Ontario First Nation, Métis, and Inuit Education Policy Framework p. 7-20
The Ontario College of Teachers’ Ethical Standards for the Teaching Profession
What connections and/or discrepancies exist between the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) and AFN documents and those issued by the Government of Ontario and OCT? Write a description or create a table or Venn diagram of the connections and discrepancies.