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The Instructional Resource Library has a range of teachings supports for MFNERC and MFNSS staff.
The illustration process incorporates more than just drawing something. When it comes to sequential art and storytelling, a collaboration exists between the creative minds who try to visualize and then bring to life the same expression, emotion, history, mood, and environment to the imagination of the reader. Continue reading “Interview with artist/illustrator Don Monkman”
On August 29, 2019, Dakota Tipi First Nation and the Manitoba First Nations School System (MFNSS) signed a delegation agreement to work together for the success of the students. MFNSS currently partners with 11 communities from across the province of Manitoba to provide the highest quality of education for First Nations by First Nations. Continue reading “MFNSS and Dakota Tipi First Nation Sign New Partnership”
A 2019 movie The Grizzlies, set in Nunavut, shows how youth are reclaiming their culture to heal from the effects of colonization and the Indian Residential School system. Continue reading “The Grizzlies: New Movie and Classroom Resources about Healing in the North”
On June 12th, MFNSS facilitated the Second Annual Softball Tournament. This fun event was hosted by Mahpiya Hdega School at the Rotary Republic of Manitobah Park in Portage la Prairie. Continue reading “MFNSS Annual Softball Tournament”
The mission of MFNSS Math Festival is to inspire students to explore the richness and beauty of mathematics through activities that encourage collaborative, critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving.
Continue reading “Pinaymootang Math Festival”
A workshop at MFNERC’s recent Lighting the Fire conference explored curriculum centred on First Nations role-model Buffy Sainte-Marie. The resource helps teach culturally relevant history while inspiring youth to pursue their dreams. Continue reading “LTF Workshop Introduces Curriculum on Buffy Sainte-Marie that Follows a First Nations Learning Style”
Lighting the Fire (LTF) 2019 celebrated MFNERC’s 20th year in operation with the theme “Honouring Our Heritage—Celebrating the International Year of Indigenous Languages.” This conference highlighted the richness of First Nations languages in Manitoba. Continue reading “Lighting the Fire 2019”
The day-long meeting started with Elder Don Robertson saying an opening prayer and with some welcoming remarks from Margaret Scott, Director of Special Education; Don Shackel, Assistant Director of Special Education; and Shirley Myran, Manager of the Training Institute. Continue reading “Story Sharing at the Special Education Department’s Staff Meeting”
The Manitoba First Nations School System hosted a Track and Field Meet with Ginew School in Roseau River Anishinaabe First Nation on May 30th and 31st. Continue reading “MFNSS Track and Field Meet”
