Gakina Awiya Biindigeg means “Everyone is Welcome” in the Ojibwe language, but the group that bears that name at Springfield Collegiate in The Sunrise School Division was borne from circumstances that were far from welcoming. In 2003, an Elder speaking to a social studies class at the school had his vehicle vandalized and defaced with racist comments. School staff, with support from the school board, vowed to make something positive from an undeniably negative situation, and they have succeeded. read more »
What does it mean to “think globally and act locally?” Students in Winnipeg’s St. James-Assiniboia School Division are finding answers to that question, thanks to a division-wide commitment to incorporating the theme of sustainable development into daily studies and activities. read more »
Sometimes fresh eyes see possibilities where others might see pitfalls. That was the case at Oak Lake Community School in The Fort La Bosse School Division, when teacher Devon Caldwell and pre-service teacher Leah Hunter began exploring educational uses for media players such as the Microsoft Zune mp3 player. read more »
One of the challenges schools in small, rural or remote communities face is providing their students with the same opportunities enjoyed by students in larger schools and communities. read more »
It turns out that dogs are a lot more than man’s best friend—they also enjoy a good story! read more »
All schools are integral parts of the communities they serve, but perhaps none more so than in Wapanohk Community School of The School District of Mystery Lake. read more »
