In & Beyond the Classroom
Guiding Your Next Step in Walking Towards Reconcilliation and Connecting with the Land.
In & Beyond the Classroom
Guiding Your Next Step in Walking Towards Reconcilliation and Connecting with the Land.
About Us
INOQOM?
ABOUT US? WITH US!
ABOUT US? WITH US!
INOQOM (ell Nah Holm)
the term for Green Wood in Mi'kmaw
Meaning; although Green Wood is often referred to as freshly harvested timber prior to the aging process, INOQOM refers to a forest or wood, when the leaves are green. Inoqom was selected with great care and guidance. When we look at Indigenous education, whether it be in a classr
INOQOM (ell Nah Holm)
the term for Green Wood in Mi'kmaw
Meaning; although Green Wood is often referred to as freshly harvested timber prior to the aging process, INOQOM refers to a forest or wood, when the leaves are green. Inoqom was selected with great care and guidance. When we look at Indigenous education, whether it be in a classroom or amongst nature, imagining our minds as newly budding leaves, that are ready to grow no matter the weather that lies ahead, seems very fitting. This budding growth is as significant to the educator as it is to the student.
THE LAND and EDUCATION
Having education and experience in Forest Technology and Forest Conservation, I find the pathway to educating students with nature is a win-win blend! Alberta's backyard is green and plentiful just as the minds our our children.
ABOUT US? WITH US!
ABOUT US? WITH US!
ABOUT US? WITH US!
Although the term ‘founder’ is often used to describe a person or persons who have established something, I feel the term initiator is more accurate; the process of expanding the understanding of something is not owned by us, we are more of the go-between; initiating new growth and encouraging the seed that is already established to conti
Although the term ‘founder’ is often used to describe a person or persons who have established something, I feel the term initiator is more accurate; the process of expanding the understanding of something is not owned by us, we are more of the go-between; initiating new growth and encouraging the seed that is already established to continue growing. The knowledge we have received has been gifted to us by others.
Following the premise of *‘NOTHING ABOUT US, WITHOUT US’, Consultation with Elders, Knowledge Keepers, Land Guardians, Community Members, and Friends is at the forefront of all we do.
ADVOCACY
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ADVOCACY
As I value and honour my Mi'kmaw heritage and culture, I also hold great responsiblity to reconciliation through my settler heritage. With this, I am passionate in advocating for the recognition & integration of Indigenous culture, traditions, and knowledge systems, as essential threads to the fabric of Canada!
Being blessed to assist oth
As I value and honour my Mi'kmaw heritage and culture, I also hold great responsiblity to reconciliation through my settler heritage. With this, I am passionate in advocating for the recognition & integration of Indigenous culture, traditions, and knowledge systems, as essential threads to the fabric of Canada!
Being blessed to assist others in connecting with those of 'lived experience' to provide authentic learning experiences, is a gift I do not take lightly. Advocacy through awareness & appreciation is my goal. With this, Elders, Knowledge Keepers, & Culture Carriers guide all learning experiences Inoqom provides.
Indigenous Studies
Alberta Education offers grade 10-12 core courses in Indigenous Studies (Aboriginal Studies levels 10, 20 & 30).
Together we can educate ourselves, our students, and our communities, in efforts for reconcilliation . Our team is here to work with you and your school to plan the next step on your journey.
Coaching & Professional Development
We offer a wide range of interactive, multi-grade level, and grade-level specific PD, to help to INDIGENIZE YOUR SCHOOL. Our goal is to build foundational knowledge and community relationships.
INTENTIONAL PD
Elders, Traditional Knowledge Holders, Culture Carriers, and Community Consultants, are essential to shifting educational systems. Intentional experiential learning is the key to productive and sustainable actions for reconciliation. We can help you on this journey.
EDUCATIONAL SERVICES
Intro Consultation
We offer a complimentary two-hour service to go over your needs , from where YOU are on YOUR journey. After this initial consultation, should you need added direction, we will recommend an appropriate plan to get you were you want to be.
Professional Development
We are available for part & full days with interactive, intentional PD, based on where your team is, on the continuum of realizing reconciliation.
Needs Assessment
Often it is hard to know where to start when trying to learn how to Indigenize our practice, our classrooms, and our schools. We offer guidance that includes evaluating where your school is at, and establishing reachable goals.
Our Neighbours
