Facilitator: | Lisa Cruickshank |
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Date: | November 29, 2023 |
Time: | 4:15 pm to 5:15 pm MTN |
Cost: |
No Charge |
Location: |
Virtual |
Session Code: | 24-AB-544 |
Type: | Webinar |
Focus: | First Nations, Métis, Inuit and TRC |
Target Audience
Teachers, Parents
Also Recommended For
School-based Administrators, Instructional/Learning Coaches, District Leaders/Consultants
About this Learning Opportunity
Wellness and Metis students include a holistic approach focused on interconnectedness, balance, inclusiveness, kinship and community. There are many positive Metis ways of knowing and being that are rooted in wellness and the healthy development of children. Learn strength based ways to weave in body, mind, heart and spirit into classroom practices
This session addresses the LQS competencies
- 2. Modeling Commitment to Professional Learning
- 4. Leading a Learning Community
- 5. Supporting the Application of Foundational Knowledge about First Nations, Metis and Inuit
This session addresses the TQS competencies
- 2. Engaging in Career-Long Learning
- 3. Demonstrating a Professional Body of Knowledge
- 5. Applying Foundational Knowledge about First Nations, Metis and Inuit
About the Facilitator
Lisa Cruickshank
Lisa Cruickshank is guided by the values of reciprocity and relationality, Lisa is proud to lead the work in Métis Education & Lifelong Learning while working alongside the Métis community. Lisa has worked in the K-12 system for over 20 years in various capacities, such as: Elementary Educator, Indigenous Education Consultant, Provincial Curriculum Developer; and is now currently the Director for Métis Education and Lifelong learning at Rupertsland Institute. Her leadership includes Early Learning programming and training, K-12 initiatives, providing support and access to Post-Secondary education, Michif language revitalization, and delivering Métis education at the Post-Secondary level through various courses and partnerships. Building capacity for Métis education within educational systems is one of Lisa’s long-term goals. Lisa envisions a future where system leaders intentionally make space for Métis Education, so everyone can be a part of this change making narrative.