Iinii Insights|
Moto means spring in Blackfoot. The Spring equinox on March 19th will mark the first day of the season, bringing with it promises of new life, growth, and transformation. Na'a (Mother Earth) will begin to wake up and our non-human relations will share seasonal teachings for us to learn from. If we are wisely aware, we will notice ducks returning during the next lunar cycle; this is sa'aiki'somm (duck moon)
Motoyi-Blackfoot Wedu-Stoney Nakoda Xadaguzidi-Tsuu'tina Praentaan-Michif Miyoskamin-Cree
For Your Information|
Nutrition Program
| MON | Breakfast: Cereal, Milk, Fruit Lunch: BB4CK Bagged Lunches |
| TUE | Breakfast: Muffins, yogurt, Fruit Lunch: Chicken Soup, Grilled Sandwiches, fruit & veggies |
| WED | Breakfast: Hard Cooked Eggs, fruit cups, Nutrigrain Bars, Fruit Lunch: Sticky Pork & Rice, fruit & veggies |
| THUR | Breakfast: Pan Granola Bars, yogurt tubes, Fruit, Cheese Strings Lunch: Beef Soup, Buns, Fruit, Veggies |
| FRI | Breakfast: Parfait, fruit |
Mon. Mar. 4
| Regular Day Director Melody Pelling Visit
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| Tues. Mar. 5 | Artist in Residency- Ms. Ewa MRU Nurses Return Spirit North Visit
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| Wed. Mar 6 | Artist in Residency- Ms. Ewa MRU Nurses
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| Thurs. Mar. 7 | Artist in Residency- Ms. Ewa MRU Nurses Leadership/Work Experience Students from Forest Lawn High School
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| Fri. Mar. 8 | International Women’s Day Paapáóowahsin Dream Food Friday (Popcorn Friday!) Early dismissal- 12:00pm
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| Upcoming | NLC Book Fair Parent Teacher Conferences Non-Instructional Day-NO SCHOOL Spring Break |
Share your Voice | NLC School Planning
We know we make better decisions to support student learning when we build understanding and work together. That’s why we are asking you to share your perspectives about our school development plan, school budget and school fees.
Watch this short video to learn about the planning work schools do to improve and support student learning.
Attend the online meeting on March 6 at 6:30 pm to learn more about our school development plan, school budget, and school fees. Please click here to access the link to the online meeting.
Complete the survey - The feedback survey is open on the evening of March 6 and closes on March 31. Please click here to complete the survey.
Your input is important to us, and we appreciate you taking the time to share your perspectives.
Updates|
Staffing
Farewell to Ms. Rachel as she goes off on maternity leave. We will miss you!
Welcome Ms. Savannah joining us in Kindergarten while Ms. Rachel is away.
Celebration of Learning | Kitsikakomimm
Thank you to families who were able to join us on Thursday, February 29, we gathered for our second Celebration of Learning. The theme was focused on Kitsikakomimm a Blackfoot word that means “spreading our love around you”. Students shared their learning experiences with our community using traditional language and teachings.
Ayy to Ms. Nicole, Ms. Natalie and Ms. Sandy’s class for leading our celebration!
Join us for our next Celebration of Learning on April 25, 2024.
Respectful Riders | Improving Safety on Route
Please take review bus expectations with your student at home. Each week we are looking for the most Respectful Riders who embody the teachings of the Iinii who helps us learn about innakotsiiyinni (respect for others). The buffalo reminds us to respect all living things, and in doing so we achieve a balance that keeps us healthy.
🌟Stay seated in your spot
🌟Buckle up your seatbelt and keep it buckled the entire ride
🌟Use nice words
🌟Keep your hands calm
🌟 Show respect to your driver by listening and speaking in a calm voice.
Congratulations to Route 833 and Route 832 for being Respectful Riders.
Family Cookbook Submissions| Ongoing
We're seeking recipes to create a Niitsitapi Family Cookbook. If you have a family recipe to share, please send it to Ms. Harmony at htjeffery@cbe.ab.ca along with your child's name. Students will assist in illustrating, and we aim to publish the cookbook for the end 2023/2024 school year.
Food Hamper Pick Up during Student Led Conferences
We're excited to share that we've received a generous food hamper donation from a corporate supporter of the Calgary Police Youth Foundation. Each family will receive one hamper filled with essential items including fresh fruits and produce, bread/pitas, eggs, and butter/margarine. These items will be packed in an apple box, approximately 20” wide x 14” length x 12” tall, weighing around 30-35lbs.
Due to the size and perishable nature of the donation, we kindly ask for support from parents/caregivers to pick up the food hampers on the delivery date. Hampers will be delivered and available for pick up during Student-Led Conferences on March 21 (4:30 - 7:30 pm) & March 22 (9:00 am - 12:00 noon). If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact the main office.