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ANNUAL REPORT 2018 | KENJGEWIN TEG 1 Annual Report 2018 April 1, 2017 – March 31, 2018
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Annual Report
2 0 1 8April 1, 2017 – March 31, 2018
Worldview
Governance
Anishinabe
MmaadziwinThe Good Life
Debwewin
Anishi-
nabemowin
Learning our Truth:
Towards our own
Reconciliation
Reflecting and
Deciding where
we want to be in
Anishinabek
Education
Eshi
Kinomaading
Dedbinwe
Gaanjigaasi-
wad Wiinowa
Bimaadisijig
Anishinabe
Kendaaswin
Anishinabe
Aadziwin
Anishinabe
N'Dow
Anishinbe-
mowin
Mnidoo
Aadziwin
Worldview in
Education:
Indigegogy,
Teaching and
Practice
Mobilizing
Community
Holders
Self Accreditation
Ojibwe Knowledge
Life Journey
Ojibwe
Language
Ojibwe Identity
This is who we
are, Land as
Teacher
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Aundeck Omni Kaning First Nation
P.O.Box 21, R.R. #1, Little Current, Ontario P0P 1K0
Telephone: 705 368-2228Fax: 705 368-3563Contact: Carlene Assinewai, Education Counsellor [email protected]
P.O. Box 610, Massey, Ontario P0P 1P0
Telephone: 705 865-2421Fax: 705 865-3307Contact: Anna Marie Abitong, Education Director [email protected]
Sagamok Anishnawbek
Zhiibaahaasing First Nation
General Delivery, Silver Water, Ontario P0P 1Y0
Telephone: 705 283-3963Fax: 705 283-3964Contact: Bill Antoine, Council Representative for Education
Whitefish River First Nation
P.O. Box A 17-A Rainbow Ridge Road, Birch Island, Ontario P0P 1A0
Telephone: 705 285-4335Fax: 705 285-4532 | Toll Free: 800 265-4335Contact: Vacant
Sheguiandah First Nation
M’Chigeeng First Nation
Sheshegwaning First Nation
Mamawmatawa Holistic Education Centre
P.O. Box 101, Sheguiandah, Ontario P0P 1W0
Telephone: 705 368-2781Fax: 705 368-3697Contact: Cynthia Trudeau, Education Counsellor [email protected]
M’Chigeeng, Ontario P0P 1G0
Telephone: 705 377-5362Fax: 705 377-4980Contact: Grace Fox, Education Representative
Silver Water, Ontario P0P 1X0
Telephone: 705 283-3292Fax: 705 283-3481Contact: Janice Cada, Education Administrator [email protected]
P.O. Box 5000, Calstock, Ontario P0L 1B0
Telephone: 705 463-1199 X 115Fax: 705 463-2077Contact: Ken Neegan, Education Director [email protected]
Member Nations
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Table of Contents
Member Nations 3
Table of Contents 4
Message from the Executive Director 5
Message from the Board Chairperson 6
Our Vision and Mission 7
Why We do It ... 7
What We Do… 8
K-12 Support and Learning Opportunities 8
Community Education and General Interest
Support and Learning Opportunities 8
Organizational Development – Consulting,
Facilitation & Skills Development 8
How We Do It… 8
Goal 1: Quality Assurance 8
1.1 Anishinaabe Aadziwin 9
1.2 Internal Processes & Systems: Policies & Procedures 11
Board Governance 11
New Logo and Name Modification 12
Structural Readiness: Policies 12
Finance/Budget 13
Human Resources 13
Proposals written and/or accepted during the 2017-18 year: 13
In memory of Kimberley Corbiere 14
Kenjgewin Teg Re-envisioning of Education Support
and Services (KRESS) 15
1.3 Public Awareness, Linkages & Communication 16
1.4 Satisfaction & Continuous Improvement 18
1.5 Information Technology: IT Management and IT Systems 18
Goal 2: Anishinabek Centre of Learning Excellence 19
2.1 Educational Programs & Training 19
Mnidoo Mnising Anishinaabek Kinoomaugegamig (MMAK) 20
Kenjgewin Teg Secondary School 20
First Nation Student Success Program (FNSSP) 20
Early Learning 21
Numeracy 22
Secondary Level 22
School Success Planning 23
Mshiigaade Miikan (The Path is Clearing) 23
Maawndo Kinomaagasiwin 24
Community-Based Post-Secondary Education
(PSE) and Training 24
Kenjgewin Teg Graduates - June 2018 25
Second Level Services 26
Anishinabek Skills, Research & Innovation Centre 27
2.2 Life-Long Open Access Learning 28
Best Start Network/Aboriginal Advisory Committee 28
The Journey Together 28
Centre of Excellence for Early Years and Childcare 28
One Mind, One People - NETOLNEW 28
Baaga’aadowewag Odaminowag:
They are Playing the Creator’s Games! 30
2.3 21st Century Learner Technology 31
2.4 Integrated Student Services 31
Elders in Residence 32
Financial Statements 33
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Message from the
Executive Director
August 28, 2018
Dear members,It is my pleasure to share another year of services in education and training for 2017-18. It has been a very busy year for our whole team here at Kenjgewin Teg. It is been a year of evolving changes, and change can be good as it keeps us on our game. We have had very significant changes that will have major impacts moving forward:
h The new Anishinabek Skills Innovation and Research Centre has been in construction since October 2017 and will be completed in September 2018;
h The highly anticipated Indigenous Institutes Act passed through full legislation in November 2017 and will allow places of Indigenous learning like Kenjgewin Teg to implement a robust quality assurance process that will lead to the granting of certificates, degrees and diplomas over the next decade as our capacity is built in the training sector;
h The loss of our former Finance Officer in July 2017 has left our team saddened by Kim’s sudden departure to the spirit world so in her memory we have established an annual bursary and a medicine garden adjacent to the outdoor learning classroom/lodge;
h The Ontario College of Teachers approved Kenjgewin Teg to be a service provider for Additional Qualifications courses; and,
h Integral Research partners continues to grow including Queen’s University and the University of Victoria whom are both integral into advancing Indigenous language revitalization through community-based research approaches.
In addition to these changes, we have had major successes in working with our learners:
h The first year of a three-year partnership with Six Nations Polytechnic was launched called the 8- week Anishinabek Youth Ambassadors (AYA) program with 24 youth who worked on credit accumulation in Co-op and leadership skills;
h An adult immersion project was rolled out with 35 attendees including staff to embark on language fluency to take place two times per year, (October and May) annually; and,
h 62 Graduates in June 2018 in life long learning – an amazing achievement of academics and culture-based education and training opportunities for our people on Mnidoo Mnising.
Lastly, this could not have been done without our dedicated staff who work directly with students and who work behind the scenes in administration and management each and every day. On behalf of the Board we acknowledge our team members who have contributed to the vision and framework of Kenjgewin Teg. Next year will be even more busy as we will have two training facilities that incorporates experiential learning that is embedded in our place of learning; we look forward to the year ahead as we know good things will continue to happen in education and training.
Baa maampii ka waabminaa, Stephanie Roy, Ph.D (ABD)
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Message from the Board ChairpersonAugust 1, 2018
Dear Communities,
Another year has come and gone and what a year it was. It gives me great pride to present to you the2017-18 annual report of Kenjgewin Teg. As the chairperson of the Board, I am always proud of the dedication of the staff who work on behalf of our learners so diligently and are committed 110%. As aBoard, we salute the staff who continually show us what a team can do when they work together for the betterment of our students and communities.
The annual report will show you that Kenjgewin has produced 49 graduates in the 2017-18 academic year, with 21 continuing in the next academic year. The graduation ceremonies held on June 29th was a celebration of pride, accomplishment and hard work. I know every one of our graduates will continue on their journey with a special place in their hearts knowing Kenjgewin Teg was one small part of their pathways.
There were many focus areas in the last year but the two most notable is the construction of the Skills,Trades and Research Centre, that opens its doors in the fall of 2018. The other is the commitment of the nine Aboriginal educational institutes in Ontario to secure sustainable funding investment in the areas of postsecondary and training of our people. Tremendous work continues to be done by our dedicated staff and I truly recognize and commend the work that they do for our communities.
The programs and services will continue to evolve and change as we move forward in education and training. None the less, Kenjgewin Teg will continue to thrive and focus in areas that have been identified in the strategic plan and the 2020 Kenjgewin Teg framework. Kenjgewin Teg has charted a path that will no doubt continue to play an integral role in advancing Anishinabek education and training.
Another great year, congratulations to all the staff and students who make Kenjgewin Teg the great place of learning it exemplifies.
Yours in education,
Anna Marie Abitong, Board Chairperson
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Our Vision and Mission
E-NAABIYAANG - OUR VISION
Ji-miingidwaa waase’aabawin ekinoomaagaazjik wii waambdamwaad ezhi-miingoowewziwad,wiiniminok shke’ewziwadmaampii akiing.
[To give students the ability to see (visualize) the gift they were given, in order to be able to succeed in this World!] English Version: Inspiring students to find their gifts to further succeed in the world!
NDI-NAANG-ZHEW-NI-NAA - OUR MISSION
Mshkowendamook Kenjgewin Teg wii miigwe’aad Anishinaabe nibwaakaawin miinwaa waabshkiiye- kakendaaswin.
[KENJGEWIN TEG are strongly dedicated to give Anishinaabe wisdom and Western society education.] English version: Kenjgewin Teg is dedicated to life-long learning by providing an Anishinaabewin community based-approach to education, training and business support services and opportunities.
OUR VALUES
1. Commitment – to student success;
2. Creativity – in the design and delivery of our pro- grams & services;
3. Efficiency – using the best of our resources for the benefit of our membership;
4. Education – ensuring proper support is available to meet needs of student and staff for educational success;
5. Honour – of the Anishinaabek language, culture, history, and heritage;
6. Respect – by treating each other equally; and
7. Teamwork – working together to ensure success.
Why We do It ...Our Philosophy of Anishinabek Education
At Kenjgewin Teg, we believe that learning is a lifelong process. And that defining our educational purpose will play a tremendous role in Bmaadziwin for our students, community and Nation. This means that we continuously strive to nurture confident, resilient learners who are culturally grounded in personal identity and who are active participants engaged in their own learning with high aspirations in becoming a good citizen of Mother Earth … living a good life.
We believe emotional, spiritual, intellectual, and social learning is critical within the educational and learning experience for each and every student that comes through the doors of Kenjgewin Teg; we wholeheartedly believe that this balanced learning philosophy will nurture the “whole person” – and it is what we believe will ultimately help make our Kenjgewin Teg students realize their limitless potential!
We also strongly believe that Anishinaabek cultural inclusiveness must exist throughout a student’s educational experience with us.
At Kenjgewin Teg, learning must occur in an environment where respect is fostered amongst all within our lifelong learning community. It’s our goal to ensure teachers, faculty members and our Traditional Knowledge Holders are student centered and have only the best interestsof our students at heart. The consistent and genuine dedication of all members of the Kenjgewin Teg team, working together year after year to overcome challenges, and constant use of innovation to make things happen… and we are especially proud to see this all come together on Graduation Day each and every year!
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What We Do…Programs and Services to Support Lifelong Learning
K-12 Support and Learning Opportunities
h Mnidoo Mnising Anishinaabek Kinomaage Gamig (Ojibwe Immersion – Junior Kindergarten ELK)
h First Nation Student Success Program – literacy, numeracy, retention support strategies for eleven/ participating schools
h Kenjgewin Teg Secondary School – a private secondary school located on-site at Kenjgewin Teg
h Education and Second-Level Services – services provided to member First Nation communities to support and enhance quality educational programming but due to the economies of scale (human or material) are not practically delivered at an individual community level; examples of second level services are speech and language assessments, therapy, referrals, and screenings; professional network coordination for principals, counsellors; school administration services (job descriptions, evaluations, etc.).
h Post-Secondary Support and Learning Opportunities
h Community-based College and University programs hosted in partnership with articulation agreements; these are full and part-time programs designed to provide students with an opportunity to obtain critical skills and development for a meaningful employment in a career of their choice
h Student Services to support post-secondary learners are designed to meet the needs of a diverse student population which include: counselling and advising, recruitment and retention, admissions, registration, assessment, financial aid, career services, co- curricular activities, and assistance for those students with physical and learning exceptionalities.
Community Education and General Interest Support and Learning Opportunities
h Non-credit activities designed to meet the lifelong educational needs and interests of individuals in the areas of cultural, social, recreational, and personal development (nominal or no fees applied).
Organizational Development – Consulting, Facilitation & Skills Development
h Non-credit programs and professional consulting or facilitation services designed to meet the needs of a First Nation and non-First Nation workforce develop- ment needs of both organizations and individuals, in- cluding: customized training, continuing and professional education, transitioning, and technical assistance.
h This includes requests for assistance by communities, organizations, and businesses to meet local needs
How We Do It…Planning and Responding!
The planning process and cycle is an adhered process that Kenjgewin Teg continually reviews, monitors and updates. The Kenjgewin Teg governance process ensures that the Board of Directors monitors the progress, results and responds to changes in the external environment in which Kenjgewin Teg operates.
Kenjgewin Teg’s five-year current priorities and our organizational values and represents the basis of reporting to our member communities in this annual report:
Goal 1 – Quality Assurance
Goal 2 – Anishinaabek Centre of Learning Excellence
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Goal 1: Quality AssuranceKenjgewin Teg will develop, adopt and implement standards and processes to ensure standards and processes are culturally relevant, sustainable, fair and equitable.
1.1 Anishinaabe AadziwinTo create and promote an environment that reflects our language, traditions, and culture in all that we do for staff, students and the communities at large.In addition to daily smudging and drumming at Kenjgewin Teg, various cultural related activities and ceremonies were held during the 2017-18 fiscal year; fifty-eight (58) Anishinaabe Aadziwin events were conducted internally on a bi- weekly and as-requested basis.
Kenjgewin Teg participated in the Three Fires Confederacy Gathering, held in Sheshegwaning on August 9, 2017, coordinated by the Ojibwe Cultural Foundation.Kenjgewin Teg initiated the construction of a Teaching Lodge during the 2016-17 year and completed construction during the late summer/early fall of 2017. The first fire was lit by the Elders on October 12, 2017; the lodge will play a significant role in providing teachings for students and community members at large.
Kenjgewin Teg undertook research and development to compile details of a solid assessment tool that will be utilized by the language team at the organization; the work is building a framework for implementation that includes guiding curriculum that meets assessment requirements for language learning. Planning, research and compilation took place during 2017-18 with an intent to provide a defined framework that is conducive to the epistemology of the Anishinaabek worldview.
The annual Anishinaabe Language Assessment review process was conducted with staff in November 2017; the average level of staff language assessment during 2017-18 was 58%, a slight decrease from the 2016-17 average of 63%.
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Staff Average 13% 27% 22% 63% 58%
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Anishinaabe Aadziwin learning opportunities and engagements, this list excludes regularly scheduled Sweats, Pipe Ceremonies and other initiatives conducted by Elders in Residence who also offer an abundance of Anishinaabe Aadziwin.
QUARTER 1 (APRIL 1 – JUNE 30, 2017): 29 HOURS OF ANISHINAABE AADZIWIN • 124 PEOPLE PARTICIPATED
Activity Date Location
Full Moon Sweat Apr. 11, 2017 Kenjgewin Teg
Water Walk Apr. 21, 2017 Kenjgewin Teg
Plant Based Medicines Apr. 28, 2017 Kenjgewin Teg
Community Water Bundle Teaching May 16, 2017 M’Chigeeng
Original Names/Places May 18, 2017 Kenjgewin Teg
Plant Based Medicines May 19, 2017 Kenjgewin Teg
Traditional Indian Ball June 7, 2017 Kenjgewin Teg
MMAK Pow Wow June 23, 2017 Ojibwe Cultural Foundation
Sweat Lodge June 28, 2017 Kenjgewin Teg
QUARTER 2 (JULY 1 – SEPTEMBER 30, 2017): 21 HOURS OF ANISHINAABE AADZIWIN • 977 PEOPLE PARTICIPATED
Activity Date Location
Teaching Lodge Preparation July 7, 2017 Kenjgewin Teg
Teaching Lodge Preparation July 10-11, 2017 Kenjgewin Teg
Chaga Teaching & Information Session Aug. 9, 2017 Sheshegwaning
Teaching Lodge Preparation Aug. 24, 2017 Kenjgewin Teg
Water Teaching Aug. 30, 2017 Benjamin Islands
Sweat Preparation Sept. 13, 2017 Maple Point
Student Orientation Welcoming & Pipe Ceremony Sept. 11, 2017 Kenjgewin Teg
Annual Fall Harvest Sept. 21, 2017 M’Chigeeng Ball Park
Miigwewin Conference Sunrise Ceremony Sept. 29, 2017 Aundeck Omni Kaning
QUARTER 3 (OCTOBER 1 – DECEMBER 30, 2017): 37 HOURS OF ANISHINAABE AADZIWIN • 144 PEOPLE PARTICIPATED
Activity Date Location
Language Immersion Week Oct. 10-14, 2017 Kenjgewin Teg
Pipe Ceremony Oct. 24, 2017 Kenjgewin Teg
Roc Your Mocs Day Nov. 15, 2017 Kenjgewin Teg & Social Media
Full Moon Sweat Nov. 16, 2017 Kenjgewin Teg
Part 1 Moccasin Making Nov. 22, 2017 Kenjgewin Teg Spirit Café
Beading Techniques 101 Nov. 23, 2017 Kenjgewin Teg classroom
Sacred Language Series: Day 1 Nov. 29 2017 Teaching Lodge
Sacred Language Series: Day 2 Nov. 30 2017 Teaching Lodge
Creators Garden Nov. 30, 2017 MMAK
Creators Garden Dec. 1, 2017 Kenjgewin Teg
Sweat Lodge Dec. 5, 2017 Kenjgewin Teg
Part 2 Moccasin Making Dec. 6, 2017 Kenjgewin Teg classroom
Beading Techniques 101 Dec. 7, 2017 Kenjgewin Teg classroom
Sacred Language Series; part 3 Dec. 15, 2017 Teaching Lodge
Winter Solstice Acknowledgement Dec. 21, 2017 Spirit Café, Sweat Lodge
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QUARTER 4 (JANUARY 1 – MARCH 31, 2018): 113 HOURS OF ANISHINAABE AADZIWIN • 396 PEOPLE PARTICIPATED
Activity Date Location
Part 3 Moccasin Making Jan. 10, 2018 Kenjgewin Teg classroom
Sacred Language Series: Part 4 Jan. 11, 2018 Kenjgewin Teg classroom
Creators Garden Jan. 19, 2018 Kenjgewin Teg
Identifying Spirit Helpers Jan. 24, 2018 Kenjgewin Teg classroom
Trapping Series Jan. 25, 2018 Kenjgewin Teg classroom
Beading Techniques 101 Jan. 31, 2018 Kenjgewin Teg classroom
Guest Speaker Anton Truer Feb. 5, 2018 Kenjgewin Teg
Guest Speaker Anton Truer Feb. 6, 2018 Sagamok First Nation
Trapping Series Part 2 Feb. 6, 2018 Kenjgewin Teg
Part 4 Moccasin Making Feb. 7, 2018 Kenjgewin Teg
Pipe Ceremony Feb. 9, 2018 Kenjgewin Teg
Zaagidiwin Teachings Feb. 14, 2018 Kenjgewin Teg
New Moon Gathering Feb. 15, 2018 Kenjgewin Teg
Ice fishing days – Lake Mindemoya Feb 21, 2018 KTSS, Outdoor Ed, MMAK
Ice fishing days – Lake Mindemoya Feb. 24, 2018 M’Chigeeng program
Trapping Series Feb. 28, 2018 Kenjgewin Teg – Parking lot
Ice Fishing Winter Carnival (MSS) Mar. 1, 2018 M’Chigeeng Bay
Ice Fishing Mar. 2-4, 2018 M’Chigeeng Bay, Fox Lake and Lake Mindemoya
Eagle Staff talk Mar. 7, 2018 Kenjgewin Teg High School
New Moon Gathering Mar. 19, 2018 Kenjgewin Teg
Mnookimik – awakening of Spring Mar. 22, 2018 Kenjgewin Teg
Water Bundle Teaching KTHS & OEd Mar. 22, 2018 Kenjgewin Teg
Medicine Pouch Making Mar. 22, 2018 Kenjgewin Teg
LCPS visits Sugar Bush, Teaching Lodge KT Mar. 26, 2018 M’Chigeeng & Kenjgewin Teg
Beading Techniques 101 Mar. 29, 2018 Kenjgewin Teg classroom
1.2 Internal Processes & Systems: Policies & Procedures
To enhance and maintain professional and accountable systems and policies that will lead to effective operations and quality programs and services: governance, human resources, community engagement, school services, planning, fiscal management, external relations and IT.
Board Governance
The Annual General Meeting (AGM) was held on August 31, 2017; the Board of Directors approved the 2016-17 AGM minutes, the audited financial statements for the 2016-17 fiscal year, and accepted the annual report for 2016-17.
In September 2017, the Board of Directors elected officers for the 2017-18 year for the positions of Chairperson (Anna Marie Abitong, Sagamok), Vice-Chairperson (Carlene Assinewai, Aundeck Omni Kaning), and Secretary/Treasurer (Janice Cada, Sheshegwaning).
Regular Board of Directors meetings were held on May 1, June 14, September 12, October 27, December 8, 2017 and February 7, 2018. An Executive Committee meeting took place on April 13, and special Board of Directors meetings took place on October 28, 2017 and March 8, 2018.
On June 15, the Board of Directors formally approved the developed and co-constructed Kenjgewin Teg Framework.
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New Logo and Name Modification
Effective May 1, 2017, Kenjgewin Teg Educational Institute underwent an official name change, condensed to Kenjgewin Teg; the change stemmed from years of recommendations from elders and community members in the spirit of promoting the Anishinabemowin language and culture into our place of learning. To solidify the name change, Kenjgewin Teg debuted an updated logo which will be transitioned into all advertising, marketing and branding mediums.
Structural Readiness: Policies
During the 2017-18 fiscal year, Kenjgewin Teg participated in several internal discussions in anticipation of solidifying and strengthening our organizational system processes. The policies drafted/amended and/or approved included:
h Executive Leadership: Roles and Responsibilities
h Board Selection Policy: Roles and Responsibilities
h Elders Involvement in Governance
h Membership in Organization
h Governance Structure Revisions
h Dispute Resolution and Appeals Mechanism with Member Communities
h Vacation Policy
h Human Resource Policies: Onboarding, Compensation, Vacation
h Finance Policy & Procedures
h School Manual Policy
h School Health and Safety Procedures
h Anaphylaxis Awareness
h Emergency Response Plan
h Social Media Policy
h Kenjgewin Teg By-Laws
h Personnel Policy Revisions: Performance Evaluations, Conflict of Interest, Compensation for Personnel to Delivery Educational Services
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FNSSP, $3,081,377.00
EPP, $706,500.00
UOI - Youth Life Promotions, $80,504.80
Journey Together, $364,650.00
MAESD - SSF, $1,579,724.00 MAESD - LBS, $109,600.00
New Paths, $327,800.00
ESDC - Mshiigaade Miikan, $4,915,189.01
INAC-PSPP, $213,000.00
Kenjgewin Teg Funding Proposals 2017-18
Finance/Budget
After 23 years of proposal-based funding, the 9 Indigenous Institutes in Ontario will be included in provincial government annual predictable and sustainable funding for post-secondary training.
For Kenjgewin Teg, annual funding amounts will now be known for year to year training and education planning purposes.
Proposals written and/or accepted during the 2017-18 year:
Human Resources
During the 2017-18 year, human resource planning, recruitment and changes included:
h Secondary School Teachers (3 – Contract)
h Literacy and Basic Skills Instructor (1)
h Post-Secondary Instructors (21 – Contract)
h Numeracy Resource Teachers – FNSSP (2 – Contract)
h Student Success Leader – FNSSP (1 – Contract)
h Information Technology Consultant – FNSSP (1 – Contract)
h Early Childhood Educator – MMAK (1 – Contract)
h Education Assistant – MMAK (1 – Contract)
h Policy Research Assistant (1 – Contract)
h School Services Officer – FNSSP (1 – Contract)
h FNSSP Supply Teachers (2 – Contract)
h Registrar (1)
h Education Coordinator (1 – Contract)
h Early Learning Coordinator and Instructor (1 – Contract)
h Confident Learners Lead Teacher (1 - Contract)
h Outdoor Education and Indigenous Games Instructor (2 – Contract)
h Anishinabe Aadziwin Coordinator (1 – Contract)
h Anishinabe Aadziwin Manager (1 – Contract)
h Director of Finance (1 – Full-time)
h Youth Life Promotion Worker (1 – Contract)
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On July 10, 2017, a very dear team member, Kimberley Corbiere, passed on to the spirit world after a battle with cancer. Kim was a dedicated employee to say the least; she was always a team player and was one of Kenjgewin Teg’s greatest supporters in Anishinabek education and training. Kim is missed tremendously, but we have solace in knowing that she lived a full and happy life with her family, friends, co-workers, and the Manitoulin community. To recognize Kim’s life long service contribution to Kenjgewin Teg, a memorial outdoor traditional medicine garden will be built in her memory beginning in the Summer/Fall of 2018.
In addition, the Kenjgewin Teg Board of Directors will create a new Mino Bmaadziwin memorial bursary, in honour of Kim. An annual award of $500 presented to a deserving student of Kenjgewin Teg exemplifying the importance of balance of commitment to their academic program of student, balanced with their personal growth and development in family and community.
Kim was a kind and loving spirit who will always remind us of the delicate balance and importance of a living a good life, Mino Bmaadziwin.
In memory of
Kimberley Corbiere
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Kenjgewin Teg Re-envisioning of Education Support and Services (KRESS)
In response to the impending changes occurring in the First Nation education climate, and being responsive to the new structural systems forthcoming from governments, restructuring of the organization was necessary; planning and redefining the service model for the year 2020, with the development of a new framework for our services and systems. Kenjgewin Teg took part in multiple planning sessions during the 2016-17 year, with the final aspirational document created and presented in June 2017; the document provides a basis for the organization moving forward with a relevant delivery mandate.
Annual Employee Orientation took place on August 29-31, 2017; items discussed included: overview of strategic plan and annual report, culture-based education, Anishinaabe Aadziwin, Policies, and Procedures.
The Annual Staff and Board Recognition Awards were held during the evening of August 30, 2017 with the following presentations:
� Outstanding Service in Education: Amy Debassige
� Distinguished Service in Education: Natasha Abotossaway
� Innovation in Education: Jerry Eshkawkogan
� 5 Year Service Award: Josh Eshkawkogan, Patrick Kiley, Tonya Armstrong, and Christine Hodgins
� 25 Year Board Service Award – Carlene Assinewai
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1.3 Public Awareness, Linkages & Communication
To create an annualized organizational work plan for each staff member to ensure FN linkages with schools and communities using multiple mediums for strengthening community linkages in education and training externally.
Every year, Kenjgewin Teg hosts events and activities which complement and raise Kenjgewin Teg’s organizational profile as a community based lifelong place of knowledge; some events are free to the public and others act as key fundraising activities for unfunded student support services. Some of these activities over the past year included:
h Snowflake Gala Fundraising: The annual fundraising Snowflake Gala was held on December 2, 2017. The successful event generated fundraising proceeds (approximately $15,000) that were provided towards student bursaries during the 2017-18 year. Due to the time and effort it takes to hold the grand event annually, Kenjgewin Teg regretfully confirmed the 2017 Snowflake Gala completed its final year;
h 8th Annual Fall Harvest: The annual event was held on September 21, 2017. Over 1500 students and general public attended, with a total of fifty-four educational harvesting, arts, recreation and teaching stations;
h Career Fair: The annual Career Fair was held on October 17, 2017 in partnership with M’Chigeeng First Nation – there were over 40 businesses/organizations and post-secondary institutions that incorporated the booths/services for approximately 250 people that attended;
h Miigwewin Conference 2017: The annual conference was held on September 29, 2017, at the AOK pow wow grounds. There were approximately 80 participants at the conference;
h Post-Secondary Open House and Information Session: information session regarding Post-Secondary Education programs and services took place November 30, 2017;
h Science Camp Summer 2017: the science camp, in partnership with University of Ottawa’s Maker Mobile, for 8-11-year-olds took place on July 4-7, 2017 at Kenjgewin Teg;
h Anishinabek Youth Ambassador (AYA) Summer 2017: the AYA program hosted 23 youth between the ages of 16-25 participating in an 8-week leadership and skill development program during July and August 2017;
h Manitoulin Trade Fair: Kenjgewin Teg participated in the 2017 Manitoulin Trade Fair held on May 26-28, 2017 at the Little Current Recreation Centre;
h FNMI Guidance and Counselling: members from the Kenjgewin Teg team coordinated and facilitated development of First Nations Metis and Inuit Support Students in Guidance and Counselling guidelines for the Ontario College of Teachers on May 4-5, 2017;
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h World Indigenous Peoples Conference in Education (WIPCE) 2017: Kenjgewin Teg submitted several abstracts/call for presenters to the host organization; all three abstracts accepted for presentation at WIPCE in July 2017;
h Christmas Toy Drive: Kenjgewin Teg participated with a charity organization to secure gifts for Kenjgewin Teg students;
h Maamwi Naadamadaa: Strategic Planning in May 2017;
h Maamwi Naadamadaa G’Chi Mino Naadmaadwin Teg (GMNT): weekly meetings;
h Marketing/Communications: Kenjgewin Teg continued to promote an awareness of programs and services through the use of social media, web, radio, and print based materials. Multiple print materials (posters, brochures, business cards, advertisements, program fact sheets) were created, in addition to the use of digital media – social media avenues (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.) and the website increase awareness of events, recruitment and retention efforts;
h INAC Regional Education Information Sessions: September 26-27, 2017;
h EDU Research Newsletter submission on Early Learning, by Dr. L. Morcom and Executive Director S. Roy: April 18, 2017;
h Ontario Indigenous Institutes Legislation: on November 23, 2017, the Ontario legislature presented the Indigenous Institutes Act known as Bill 177. On December 14, Bill 177 received royal ascent making Indigenous Institutes Act officially recognized. Implications and impact will result in nine Aboriginal Institutes to advance in the education and training sector for adult learners;
h College and University Committees and Councils: To provide a voice and stakeholder interest for delivery of community based post-secondary programs, Kenjgewin Teg is a member of various agencies, associations, and partner college and university Aboriginal committee, councils and program management committees;
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1.4 Satisfaction & Continuous Improvement
To obtain staff, student and partners feedback using multiple avenues to gauge satisfaction and continuously improve.
In 2017-18, Kenjgewin Teg engaged in various activities supporting this goal:
h Annual Employee Performance Evaluations were conducted in Q1 & Q2 of the 2017-18 fiscal year.
h A Course/Instructor Satisfaction Survey was deployed for 2017-18 Post-Secondary Education students; survey deployment takes place at course end dates.
h The annual Student Satisfaction Survey was deployed in March 2018 at program end.
1.5 Information Technology: IT Management and IT Systems
To ensure robust systems are incorporated for current and future needs based on risk management and performance planning, as well as data management systems are implemented, monitored and reviewed regularly.
h IT Help Desk services were contracted: Kenjgewin Teg employees and students access help desk services via telephone, email, or web;
h Teamviewer software was purchased and deployed on all systems to make remote support sessions more efficient;
h Sage AccPac software was upgraded to the latest version, a new SQL Server for AccPac, and a new Terminal Server for occasional employee access was created;
h New Firewall/Routers were acquired to improve security, reliability, access, and efficiency;
h Continued partnership with Queen’s University on a Virtual ATEP project: four physical sites are outfitted with communications technology to bridge the classroom students with a teacher at either the Queen’s University site or Kenjgewin Teg site;
h Formal migration of “KTEI” and “Kenjgewin Teg Educational Institute” to “Kenjgewin Teg” initiated during 2017-18:
• Domain Registrar & Website (KTEI.net to KenjgewinTeg.ca)
• Servers
• Client Computers
• Online Services
h Two new Xerox copiers and nine new Xerox printers were purchased and deployed throughout the organization replacing all outdated equipment;
h A new ID Card Printer was purchased for Student & Employee Cards, allowing Kenjgewin Teg to customize student cards and access swipe cards.
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Goal 2: Anishinabek Centre of Learning Excellence
Kenjgewin Teg will develop, adopt and implement standards and processes to ensure standards and processes are culturally relevant, sustainable, fair and equitable.
2.1 Educational Programs & Training
To provide responsive culture based education and training including transition programs to meet the current and future needs of our communities reaching a total of 100 students per year in 2017-18; achieving an overall target graduation rate of 60% of eligible graduates over 5 years for credentials.
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Mnidoo Mnising Anishinaabek Kinoomaugegamig (MMAK)
The MMAK Ojibwe Immersion pilot project completed its final year in June 2018; the research partnership with Queens University, Dr. Morcom was delivered for 4.5 years at the host location of the Ojibwe Cultural Foundation, with the program space transitioning to Lakeview School in February 2018. Mnidoo Mnising Anishinaabek Kinoomauge Gamig (MMAK) had 13 students enrolled in the program for the 2017-18 academic year; MMAK was supported by three staff members who are language carriers of our language. This ojibwe immersion school is focused on a culturally based delivery model that incorporated the following principles on a daily basis: Integrated learning, Experiential Learning, Community, Environmental Stewardship and the learning environment as the third teacher and Indigenous Traditions and Practices. Ongoing immersion partnerships commencing August 2018 will continue with Lakeview School and Kenjgewin Teg.
Kenjgewin Teg Secondary School
Kenjgewin Teg Secondary School began the 2017-18 academic year with 23 students enrolled in the program. The secondary school program includes teacher-led courses, blended learning model, KiHs and Independent Learning Courses (ILC). Teacher led courses included: Shki-Nesewin (IDP3O/NBV3E/PAD3O/GLS4O), English (ENG3C/4C), History (CHC2P/D – blended learning), Native Languages – Level 2 (LNOB0), and Outdoor Education (NBE3E/C). Students also were registered in KiHS courses, and the organization supported 34 ILC courses. There were seven (7) graduates with an OSSD. The Kenjgewin Teg Secondary School is supported by two Student Support Counsellors with an approach of a balanced life focusing on student mental health. The Student Support Counsellors met with teachers and students on a weekly basis.
First Nation Student Success Program (FNSSP)
Kenjgewin Teg’s First Nation Student Success Program (FNSSP) is moving into its’ final year of this proposal-driven program, with 2017-18 budget of $3M supporting program objectives in early learning, literacy, numeracy and student retention for our aggregate of 11 schools.
Priority areas from Kindergarten to Grade 12 were determined by each member school. Resource teachers, supported through FNSSP funding, collaborate with school principals and identified staff leads, to support planning and instruction striving to meet students’ needs to improve student outcomes and school success.
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Early Learning
The 2017-2018 school year focus was geared toward supporting Full-Day Kindergarten, Early Years Evaluation and Confident Learners Literacy Program for Kindergarten through to Grade 3.
Our goal for Full-Day Kindergarten (FDK) was to work with two schools, Biidaaban and Lakeview, to build model programs that can become models for our other aggregate schools. The following components were explored and will continuously be supported for the 2018-2019 school year in our remaining Kindergarten Programs.
h building community and relationships;
h environment as a third teacher;
h use of open-ended materials;
h observation and documentation;
h understanding pedagogical documentation;
h language as inquiry;
h math in an inquiry-based model and
h emergent writing.
To support the above, our consultant co-facilitated two professional development days which focused on exploring land-based learning strategies for young children; adapting our practices as we shift from more traditional models of teaching towards an inquiry stance and how to incorporate Confident Learners program into FDK Program.
The Early Years Evaluation is another form of assessment used by our elementary schools for our Kindergarten students. The Early Years Evaluation (EYE) is designed to assist teachers in assessing the skills of two complementary components: the EYE-Teacher Assessment (EYE-TA) and the EYE-Direct Assessment (EYE-DA). EYE-TA assesses five domains: Awareness of Self and Environment; Social Skills and Approaches to Learning; Cognitive Skills; Language and Communication; and Physical Development. The EYE-DA assesses four domains closely associated with readiness to learn at school, which are:
Awareness of Self and Environment; Cognitive Skills; Language and Physical Development. Our results from the DA are shown in the graph below.
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Confident Learners, a whole school literacy-based program, built with and for First Nations, continued to be implemented to varying degrees in our K-3 elementary schools.
Confident Learners is student-centered and teacher-friendly. the two components, language and code-related skills, are concise and are supported within an online app that can easily track student pathways. FNSSP will continue to support the member schools who make Confident Learners their literacy priority for 2018-2019.
Numeracy
The elementary divisions focused on implementing Number Talks to build mental math skills and overall flexibility with numbers and promoting authentic learning through inquiry.
Teaching towards a ‘Big Idea’ and using parallel tasks has been another focus which supported differentiation. This strategy allowed many of the multi-grade schools to streamline planning and make learning more inclusive.
EQAO readiness always remained a priority. The focus was not on ‘teaching to the test’ but ensuring students understand how to take a test. A strong focus was placed on understanding what a question is and assisting students to develop a plan to solve the question. Students were given the 4-Part Problem Solving Model strategy, which also helped them to develop problem solving skills.
Using strategies such as ‘Big Ideas, Parallel Tasks, Number Talks and Cultural Connections’ has supported making math more meaningful and engaging.
Secondary Level
All three of the member secondary schools took part in, “Our School Survey”. This survey is designed to assist our schools in making continuous school improvements to meet students’ needs.
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At the Secondary School FNSSP Collaborative Learning Advisory Network (CLAN) meeting held at Nbisiing Secondary School on March 1 and 2, discussions took place regarding building a learning network and hands-on activities, with focus areas using sound trap, iPad video and screen capturing strategies and the flipped classroom. This session was facilitated by the IT consultant, Mark Carbone.
School Success Planning
As an aggregate of 11 schools, a final planning session at Blue Mountain Resort on March 21 and 22 took place with over 30 participants, including principals, Native Language Teachers, Resource Teachers and FNSSP Administration staff (see pictured above).
Some of the areas of discussion included: School Success Planning, Confident Learners, Anishinaabemowin Revitalization Program and supporting language apps, information technology in elementary Math, digital resources to support secondary program, digital leadership for principals, and sharing best practices at the secondary level and how to address attendance and mental health issues.
Mshiigaade Miikan (The Path is Clearing)
In early 2016-17, Kenjgewin Teg submitted a proposal to Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) for an innovative project termed, “Mshiigaade Miikan – The Path is Clearing.” After an extensive wait, Kenjgewin Teg received final confirmation of funding approval for the proposal in the amount of $4,915,188.69 over a three-year timeframe (2018-2021).
The Mshiigaade Miikan project will enable Kenjgewin Teg, as one of nine community based post-secondary Aboriginal Institutes in Ontario, to experiment and to be innovative by strengthening local partnerships with organizations and communities dedicated to personal and community wellness, as an innovative strategy to help increase the employability and labour market readiness for Aboriginal/Anishinabek youth and adult members interested in the following key apprenticeship sectors: skilled trades, hospitality and tourism, language (Anishinabemowin) and early childhood education.
With the supported projected funding, the following objectives will be targeted:
h engage a minimum of 270 participants over the project term;
h recruitment and enrollment of a minimum 170 learners for Enhanced Employability stream, obtaining a minimum of 750 hours of Anishinabe Aadziwin learning opportunities, developed personal learning plans, and continued learning in trades/apprenticeships, hospitality and tourism and language/teacher education; and,
h recruitment and enrollment of a minimum 100 learners/participants for the Exploration and Participation (Family) stream, obtaining a minimum of 500 hours of Anishinabe Aadziwin learning opportunities.
Within Mshiigaade Miikan, a cultural based approach that focuses on wellness/cultural interventions will be key to moving in a new direction in creating new pathways to engagement and employment for a rural Aboriginal adult population.
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Maawndo Kinomaagasiwin In Q1 of the 2017-18 year, Kenjgewin Teg received provider status for the Maawndo Kinomaagasiwin (previously known as Literacy and Basic Skills) Program. The program is open to all Manitoulin Island residents who are at least 19 years old, looking to further develop their skills to achieve their goals towards employment, secondary school, post-secondary studies, apprenticeship, and/or increased independence. Official intake of learners began in August 2017; during the 2017-18 fiscal year, the Maawndo Kinomaagasiwin impacted the following participants:
Secondary, 6
Independence, 2
Apprenticeship, 1
Employment, 2
Post-Secondary Studies, 0
Maawndo Kinomaagasiwin, Learners for 2017-18
Community-Based Post-Secondary Education (PSE) and Training
Kenjgewin Teg provides direct service through access and delivery of college and university accredited programs/courses for both Indigenous and non-Indigenous students. Kenjgewin Teg delivered four post-secondary training programs in the 2017-2018 academic year.
Each post secondary program’s mode of delivery varies, with use of both full time and blended delivery models to support student success. Through a variety of unique delivery models that blend face to face learning, online courses and independent study at Kenjgewin Teg students are able to balance work, life, and their post secondary field of study.
Aboriginal Teacher Education Program (PT, Diploma/
Certificate), 4
Master of Social Work (PT, Degree), 11
Bookkeeping (PT, Certificate), 7
Computer Applications (PT, Certificate), 15
Office Administration (FT, Diploma), 3
Post-Secondary Education Graduates, June 2018
Early Childhood Educator - Anishinaabemowin (FT,
Diploma), 5
Construction Estimator (PT, Certificate), 13
Adult Educator (PT, Certificate) , 3
Students in Transition (continuing program), as of July 2018
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Kenjgewin Teg Graduates - June 2018
Mnidoo Mnising Kinoomaage Gamig (MMAK)
Grade 1Allie Flikweert
Douglas Recollet-Boivin
Matthew Migwans
Nicholas Recollet-Boivin
Sonoma O’Connor
Grade 2Leora Desjardins
River Sagon
Grade 3Brian Bisson
Daniel Rueter
Davin Enosse
Giiwednong Fox
Nyala O’Connor
Preston Riberdy
Ontario Secondary School Diploma – Kenjgwein Teg
Dakotah Hare
David Windsor
Emilie Edwards
Joshua Corbiere
Kaitlynn Recollet
Michelle Deforge
Nathan Shawanda
Computer Applications – Canadore College Certificate Program
Cheryl Peltier
Christine Sarbu
Deborah Middaugh
Gail Jacko
Jacqueline Allen
Jerry Debassige
June Pangowish
Ladeanne Debassige
Lenore Mishibinjima
Martin Panamick
Pamela Rose Debassige
Russell Jacko
Wendy Debassige
Wilma Debassige
Yvonne Pitawanakwat
Bookkeeping – Canadore College Certificate program
Angela Trudeau
Dane Bebamash
Kara Noble
Kyle (Keegan) Peltier
Sandy Jacko
Sebastian Aguonia
Stacey Jackson
Office Administration – Canadore College Diploma Program
Kendra Madahbee
Kinga Casson
Lyndsay Trudeau
Master of Social Work – Wilfred Laurier University
Cherylann Bagnall
Lynne Castonguay
Samuel Gilchrist
Samantha Gould
Natalie Logan
Seapieces Marsland
Christine Recollet-Trudeau
Laura Thibeault
Nolin Turenne
Paul Francis
Sherrie Nicholas
Aboriginal Teacher Education Program – Queen’s University
Andrea Bennett
Peggy Monague McGregor
Robyn Pierson
Veronica King-Jamieson
Teaching Ojibwe Additional Qualification (AQ) – Ontario College of Teachers
Sara McLeod Beaver
Stephanie RoyGraduates with Distinction in Anishinaabe Aadziwin
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Second Level Services
Indirect services that are required to support the day to day operation of an educational program/school:
Referrals, 23
Psychological Assessments, 18
Psychological Assessments - Feedback, 10
Second Level Services - Psychological
S/L Screens, 17
S/L Progress Reports, 22
S/L Assessments, 26
S/L Therapy (hrs), 740
S/L Consults, 19.5
S/L Referrals, 1
S/L Feedback Meetings, 0
Second Level Services - Speech & Language
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In 2016, Kenjgewin Teg received approval from the Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Development (MAESD) through the Strategic Investment Fund for an Anishinabek Skills, Research and Innovation Centre in the amount of $3,799,999.00. With the financial investment from the Federal government, the design, bid and building process was initiated in the Winter of 2017-18.
The new 9000 square feet skills, innovation and research facility will increase training pathways for approximately 75 learners on an annual basis; Kenjgewin Teg will focus on skills upgrading programs, cultural learning supports as well as accredited training with Post Secondary Education partners in the areas of welding, automotive, plumbing and electrical pre-trades suite of staggered cohort offerings.
Anishinabek Skills, Research & Innovation Centre
The ground-breaking ceremony, “Mino-maajiishkaawin Aankesjigeng” event, was held on October 24, 2017. Funders, leadership and partners were in attendance to show support for this momentous initiative for community members on Manitoulin Island.
The Capital Management project team members included: Kenjgewin Teg internal team members, Colliers International (Project Management), Laari Construction, and 3rd Line Studios (Architects). Team members worked diligently and met regularly to ensure the building process remains on schedule, as the Anishinabek Skills, Research and Innovation Centre is scheduled for completion in late Summer/early Fall 2018 with the Grand Opening scheduled for October 18, 2018.
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2.2 Life-Long Open Access Learning
Kenjgewin Teg aims to provide proactive, meaningful or facilitated workshops, seminars, general interest, professional development and employee development sessions determined by need/request/expertise.
At Kenjgewin Teg, we find ourselves growing each year to assist in meeting the learning needs of learners of all ages and stages. Lifelong learners may be students directly enrolled in accredited programs, education professionals seeking support in schools, or employees and management of First Nation/partner organizations.
Best Start Network/Aboriginal Advisory Committee
Through a joint effort with the Best Start Network and Kenjgewin Teg, a partnership was established to deliver cultural competency sessions for Sudbury north, LaCloche and Manitoulin area service providers in Early Learning Centres. During Q2 of 2017-18, planning took place that incorporated the integration of cultural competency session outcomes previously held in Q1; session delivery took place during Q3 & Q4. Representation of educators in early learning for both First Nation communities and rural/urban communications attended and the focus of the sessions helped to inform the direction needed to support an additional funding proposal, “The Journey Together”, for reconciliation within Indigenous communities.
The Journey Together
During the 2017-18 year, Kenjgewin Teg submitted a proposal to the Ministry of Education for a two-year project, titled “The Journey Together”. Kenjgewin Teg received project funding approval during Q4 in the amount of $364,650.00; although request funds were not approved in its entirety, the District Social Services Administration Board (DSSAB) will support the project initiatives to ensure fulfillment of anticipated project outcomes. Project initiation will commence during Q1 of the 2018-19 year.
Centre of Excellence for Early Years and Childcare
In 2017-18, notification was received that Kenjgewin Teg was a successful co-lead organization with the Ontario Aboriginal Head Start Association to implement the Centre of Excellence for Ontario; under the Canada-Ontario ELCC agreement, Centres of Excellence for Early Years and Child Care (“Centre of Excellence”) will be established in 2018-19 to connect practitioners, education institutions, and service providers through innovative networks. This investment recognizes the importance that access to quality professional learning and development opportunities have on children and families who access childcare and early years programs.
One Mind, One People - NETOLNEW
Kenjgewin Teg participated in best practices as it relates to language revitalization and community wellness research partnerships; several staff attended the SSHRC PG NETOLNEW Research Project, Partners Gathering & Governance Council, First Peoples’ House Ceremonial Hall at the University of Victoria, B.C. in Q3 of 2017-18. The NETOLNEW project is a national, six-year SSHRC Partnership grant project, working to understand and enhance Indigenous adults’ contributions to reviving Indigenous languages in Canada. The project is hosted at the University of Victoria and brings together 9 Indigenous communities and organizations from across Canada. Each partner will monitor their respective research idea that supports adult learners in learning their heritage language. Kenjgewin Teg will work towards completing their research plan in 2018-19 to ensure it meets NETOLNEW requirements and that it is viable and ethical.
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The following is a summary of lifelong learning support and learning opportunities at Kenjgewin Teg:
FACILITATION SERVICES
Date Title # of Participants
May 10/17 Maamwi Naadmadaa Strategic Planning Session 12
TOTAL 12
PROFESSIONAL/SKILLS DEVELOPMENT SESSIONS
Date Title # of Participants
April 6/17 Aboriginal Cultural Competency – Best Start Network (part 1 – Chapleau) 13
April 7/17 Aboriginal Cultural Competency – Best Start Network (part 1 – Whitefish River) 10
April 26/17 Aboriginal Cultural Competency – Best Start Network (part 2 – Chapleau) 8
April 27/17 Aboriginal Cultural Competency – Best Start Network (part 2 – Whitefish River) 9
May 11/17 Aboriginal Cultural Competency – Best Start Network (part 3 – Little Current) 27
November 6-10/17 Indigenous Leadership & Management Development 30
February 26-27/18 The Journey Together – Aboriginal Cultural Competency Learning Series 47
March 6/18 The Journey Together – Aboriginal Cultural Competency Learning Series 39
TOTAL 183
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT FOR EDUCATORS
Date Title # of Participants
July 3-14/17 Anishinaabe Immersion Camp - Additional Qualifications Teacher Stream 11
September 5-7/17 Cultural-Based Education Training 8
September 6/17 iPad Apps 7
September 20/17 EQAO - Understanding EQAO Assessments 2
September 21/17 Confident Learners – New Users and Digging Deeper 30
September 22/17 Confident Learners – Web Application 10
September 25-29/17 Confident Learners – Code and Language Placement Assessment 3
September 27/17 First Nation Online Student Registry (FNOSR) Training 2
September 29/17 Miigwewin Conference 80
October 4/17 First Nation Online Student Registry (FNOSR) – Progress Reports & Report Cards 4
November 1/17 First Nation Online Student Registry (FNOSR) – Audits and EQAO Assessments 2
November 2/17 First Nation Online Student Registry (FNOSR) – Support 2
November 23/17 Smartboard Training 2
November 24-25/17 Early Learning/Full-Day Kindergarten Capacity Building Session – Exploring Land-Based Learning Strategies for Young Learners
24
December 6/17 Confident Learners – Differentiation (Webinar) 4
January 18/18 First Nation Online Student Registry (FNOSR) – Data Support 2
February 2/18 Full-Day Kindergarten Session – Models of Teaching Towards an Inquiry Stance and Confident Learners in the FDK Program
10
February 9/18 First Nation Online Student Registry (FNOSR) 3
March 1-2/18 The Connected and Collaborative Classroom 9
March 21-22/18 FNSSP Strategic Planning Session 35
TOTAL 250
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GENERAL INTEREST LEARNING & PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT
Date Title # of Participants
April 13/17 Heritage Fair – Lakeview School 130
April 26/17 Heritage Fair – Shawanosowe School 39
May 13/17 Heritage Fair - Biidaaban Kinoomaagegamig 203
July 4-22/17 Summer Forest School 14
July 4-7 Science Camp 15
July 3-August 25/17 Anishinabek Youth Ambassador (AYA) Program 21
July 20-21/17 Skills Camp 21
Sept 21/17 Fall Harvest ~1500
October 16/17 Career Fair 250
January 23/18 Concussion Information Session 37
January 30/18 Safe Food Handlers Training 18
February 13/18 Safe Food Handlers Training 18
February 22/18 OSAP Information Session 4
March 2-3/18 Firearm’s Acquisition License 10
March 8/18 OSAP Information Session 4
March 19, 26/18 Cell Phones for Seniors 5
TOTAL 250
Baaga’aadowewag
Odaminowag:
They are Playing the
Creator’s Games!
Kenjgewin Teg’s first Indigenous Games Event was held on May 31, 2017 in M’Chigeeng with 8 participating schools and approximately 200 students.
On February 8, 2018, Kenjgewin Teg hosted the Winter Indigenous Games Event at the Aundeck Omni Kaning Four Directions Complex with over 130 students that participated from both First Nation and provincial schools.
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2.3 21st Century Learner Technology
To deliver creative and innovative modes of learning responding to the new era of technological learning in the classroom/anywhere model.
Progress and implementation of activities for this goal has been minimal this past 2017-18 year, but with some important first steps taken:
h For post-secondary students in the 2018-19 academic year, Kenjgewin Teg’s student information system will provide enhanced communication together with a new learning management system. The current year 2017-18 focused primarily on internal training and implementation readiness.
h Kenjgewin Teg’s Community Based Post-Secondary Education department maintained a partnership, originally established in 2016-17, with Contact North to utilize integrated technology (SABA platform) in the classrooms to assist with student retention and attempts are reducing the transportation barriers for students. Instructors are gaining comfort and familiarity with instruction where students may be at Contact North locations. Contact North continues to be a valued partner in introducing technology to the post secondary classroom.
2.4 Integrated Student Services
To optimize student support services ensuring creativity, responsiveness, empowerment and distinction to ensure positive learner development, wellness and identity learning using a solidified team based model.
During the 2017-18 academic year, the student support team members continued to coordinate and provide a four-day weekday and weekend class nutrition program to support students in active and engaged learning; continental breakfasts and hot lunches were provided daily for students to assist with student retention. To support the learners holistically, Kenjgewin Teg students receive various extra-curricular and/or additional activities to support their studies and life at school; activities during the 2017-18 academic year included, but not limited to:
Home Visits, 10
Office Visits, 92
Counselling/Interventions, 21
Tutoring Services, 2
EIR Referrals, 7
Phone Calls, 434
Student Support Services, 2017-18 h Ribbon Skirt and Shirt Making (April/17)
h Student Orientation (September 11/17)
h Christmas Hampers for Students (December 2017)
h Card-Hockey Tournament (Spring/Fall/Winter)
h Student New Year Celebration (January 26/18)
h Student Backpack Giveaway (January 26/18)
h Laptop for Students Program (February 2018)
h Individual Program/Classroom traditional Anishinabek teachings with Elders in Residence
h Individual Program/Classroom Talking/Sharing circles with Elders in Residence
h Student Council (via each PSE program representative) & fundraising initiatives
h Student Bursaries ($10,500 awarded annually)
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Elders in ResidenceKenjgewin Teg provides support to students in instructors in both academic and in individual personal development with two full time male and female elders in residence (EIR). The EIR’s of Kenjgewin Teg are a valuable resource and integral part of student learning, with growth and development celebrated annually at graduation ceremonies.
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Financial Statements
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Financial Statements
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NU
AL R
EP
OR
T 2
018
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KE
NJG
EW
IN T
EG
35
AN
NU
AL R
EP
OR
T 2
018
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NJG
EW
IN T
EG
36
