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Canoe Lake Miksiw School
December 2021
Dear Parents/Caregivers,
December is just right around the corner and soon we will be saying goodbye to 2021 and welcoming in a
new year. We have had a wonderful school year thus far, full of learning and laughter, with so much more to
look forward to in 2022!
Just a friendly reminder it is that time of the year again when we are faced with unpredictable weather on a
daily basis. Please ensure your child is dressed for the weather, especially for those students who do not ride
the bus. Students will not be allowed outside during the school day with a temperature/wind-chill of -27.
Indoor recess will be issued on these days. As for extreme cold days, please pay attention to M.B.C. Radio or
C.L.M.S. Facebook page prior to 8:00 a.m. for school closures or late starts. An updated voice message will
also be issued for the morning on our school voicemail at (306) 829-2012.
We appreciated your participation during the Virtual Parent/Teacher Conference on November 24 and
allowing your children to share with you their growth over the past three months. Our teachers believe in our
students and they do an amazing job of bringing out the best in them. I would like to thank our teachers,
E.A.’s and Support Staff for their hard work and dedication they show their students daily. Canoe Lake
Miksiw School is a great place to be because of the strong relationships we create and maintain with each
other.
During these uncertain times with COVID-19, the Canoe Lake Miksiw School Christmas Concert will be
held in the gymnasium with two separate times. The schedule will be 1:00-3:00 p.m. for elementary classes,
Nursery–Grade 6. Then the format will change for Grade 7-12 as it will run 4:00-6:00 p.m. It must be noted
that parents/caregivers will be allowed to attend but proof of vaccination will be required. There will be no
meal to accompany the concert as per protocols and precautionary measures. The schedule for the concert is
tentative and subject to change.
Last day of classes for students will be on Thursday, December 16, 2021. Regular classes and classroom gift
exchange will be in the morning. Christmas Break will begin with the conclusion of the Christmas Concert.
Classes will resume on Monday, January 3, 2022.
I would like to take this time to wish you and your family all the best during the upcoming holidays and in
the New Year. It truly is the time for family and memories to be shared for years to come. From my family to
yours, have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Arliss Coulineur—Principal
Nursery
Tansi! December is here and what an exciting month we have to look forward to! Before the Christmas
break, Nursery will be singing Christmas songs, making cookies and doing a lot of crafts, We are
practicing our song to sing for you at the Christmas Concert.
From the Nursery Class we wish you a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Rosa Iron—Nursery Teacher
Holly Iron—Educational Assistant
Kindergarten
Tansi,
We have been very busy in our classroom with all kinds of learning including practicing for our
upcoming concert. There are also various visitors that come in; Bryan for drumming, Eliza for various
instruments and Ralph Sr. with the violin. The books we send home are yours to keep. Start a nightly
reading time with your child.
At this time Laura, Holly and I would like to wish you and yours a blessed miyo nīpayamihahk ekwa
kwayas nakatīmtok!
Lorna Iron—Kindergarten Teacher
Laura Kykannen—ELI
Holly Iron—Educational Assistant
Grade One
Tansi Kakiyaw Onekihikiwak
Welcome to December, 2021
Grade 1 has been working on Math and Language Arts. We are continuing to learn sight words and
beginning reading skills. We have also started guided reading in ELA. We have continued with pat-
terns and skip counting to 100 in Math. There is also a focus on writing numbers correctly.
December is a very short month for school days. We have started working on Christmas crafts and
Letters to Santa. As well, we will be working on a presentation for the concert.
Please ensure that your child is dressed appropriately because we do go outside for recess. Thank you
to those parents that contacted me during Report Card Day. I am available on my cell or through the
school if you have any questions about your child.
Ekosi, Hiy Hiy.
Freida Iron, Grade 1 Teacher
Reba Iron, EA
Grade Two
“May the Spirit of the Holidays be with you throughout the New Year.” –Unknown
Tansi! December is here. Which means Christmas is getting closer. The grade 2 class have started to
practice for the Christmas concert.
In Math, we are working on Numbers to 50. Daily use of IXL will be beneficial. In our ELA program,
we continue to work on beginning, middle, and end strategies. Our home reading and spelling program
will be starting on Monday November 29, 2021. The homework will go out on Monday’s and can be
returned on Friday’s. Raz Kids or Star Fall can be utilized at home. If you are needing your child’s
username and password, please do not hesitate to contact me.
We enjoy playing outside during recess times. Please have your child dressed for the weather as it is
getting colder. Mittens, toques, and ski pants should be worn.
I wish you all a happy holiday and a wonderful New
Year!
Janice Corrigal—Grade 2
Sasha Laliberte—Educational Assistant
Grade Three
Happy December everyone.
Christmas Wishes to you
May the holidays bring you happiness and joy.
Have a Merry and Happy Christmas with your loved ones.
Happy Holidays to you!
December is a wonderful time of the year we will be having our Christmas concert on Thursday,
December 16.
Every morning, we will start our day with a community circle, the students will need to introduce
themselves in Cree.
In math we are still working on our unit whole numbers to 1000. In ELA, we work on writing, daily
reading, comprehension, and word work. For comprehension, we will continue to work on beginning,
middle and end, sequencing, and story element. For writing, we will continue to work on writing
complete sentences. For word work, we will focus on sight words and high frequency words. In social
studies we are going to start our unit, we are all connected. In Science we are finishing our unit Plant
Growth and Changes and we start our unit on Structures and Material.
Some things your child/children can do while learning from home are; Raz-kids and IXL.
If your child/children have not received their usernames and passwords, please let me know.
If you have any questions or concern, please don’t hesitate to give me a call. You can contact me at
the school at (306) 829-2012.
Amanda Bell—Grade 3 Teacher
Sharon Bouvier—Educational Assistant
Grade Four
Tansi, Kàkîyo kitatamiskatinawaw.
I just want to share how proud I am of the Grade 4’s and how much they have improved within this last
month. They have been working so hard, they are awesome listeners and becoming awesome hard
workers. One thing I need help with is to have every child read every day, and asking parents to assist.
Ask student to read a book daily. Thank you.
Students wanted to share what they like about X-mas.
What I like about December is…..
I like snow—Lilou Jesus’s birthday—Caliegh I love Christmas—Sonny
I love gifts—Kaybree I love family time—Taylee I like playing—Channing
I love singing—Sapphire I love Christmas Tree—Treyton I like wrapping—Ariel
I love to open stockings—Meia I love holidays—Kassidy I love sledding—Brene
I like skating—Jerilynn I’d love to live with my mom—Kaycee
Delia Waskewitch—Grade 4 Teacher
Chelsea Iron – Educational Assistant
Grade Five
Hello Parents and Guardians of the Wonderful Grade 5 Students!!
It’s that time of the year again Christmas Time!!! We will be focusing on getting to know ourselves and
our bodies. We will be learning about how to keep ourselves safe and healthy in a holistic way. With
Christmas break coming so fast we will also be starting on preparing for the Christmas Concert which is
just around the corner.
I wanted to take this time to remind you that you are the parents of some very awesome students. They
are funny, hardworking and willing to help anyone who needs help. We have been working on being
kind to one another and will be starting a Bullying Program called WITS.
We have so much to get done before the holidays wish us luck as we continue to move forward, and as
always please don’t hesitate to reach out!
Keep Safe and I hope that the holidays and
Christmas season bring you much peace and love!
Kellie Bouvier—Grade 5 Teacher
Kelsey Bouvier—Educational Assistant
Grade Six
Tansi,
The grade 6 class introduce themselves in Cree and write the date in Cree daily. We are continuing to
have Cree bingos on Friday which they really enjoy. We are looking forward to rabbit snaring and ice
fishing. Bryan Ernest visits our classroom on Tuesdays and Wednesdays to teach students about
drumming. Students that signed up are receiving music lessons from Eliza Doyle and Ralph Opikokew
Sr. We also invited an Elder to come speak to the students on November 30, 2021. We started looking
for ideas for the Christmas concert which is on December 16, 2021 to begin practicing for their
performance.
Please make sure your child comes to school dressed appropriately for the weather. If your child will
be absent please call the school to let us know, also provide the classroom teacher with your updated
phone numbers.
Thank you,
Crystal Yew—Grade 6
Tyra Iron—Educational Assistant
Grade Seven
Tansi! Namoya nantaw nista.
December is around the corner. We will be preparing for the Christmas concert. I will let you know
what we will be doing for this year. We will also be having a Christmas party. Just a friendly
reminder, I have sent home an immunization parent consent for their second shot that they should
have gotten last year in grade 6, please send it back with your child. If your child has any symptoms or
is not feeling well, please stay home and let me know as soon as you can. I can make arrangements for
homework packages.
Thank you, Ekosi
Ms.Mistickokat—Grade 7 Teacher
Jerome Laliberte—Educational Assistant
Grade Eight
Hello to all,
In grade 8 we are starting our new Units in our classes. The grade 8’s did a wonderful job in the first
units in their subjects. It is so awesome to have been able to teach the 8th graders face to face.
I would like to thank you parents/guardians for sending your child to school, it is very much
appreciated. You deserve a pat on the back for all that you do for your child. I would also like to say
thank you for taking the time to speak with me at parent/teacher conferences, it is always a pleasure
having those conversations. If you have any questions, comments or concerns at any time please feel
free to contact me.
The grade 8’s will be starting to fundraise for a year end trip, so please keep on the lookout for
messages regarding that. We will have a Christmas party just before the holidays, I will let you know
as to when this will be happening and to what your child should bring to the party. We have begun to
practice for the Christmas concert as well, so we are looking forward to performing.
In closing, the Grade 8’s would like to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New year!
Jolene Yew—Grade 8 Teacher
Jerome Laliberte—Educational Assistant
Grade Nine
Some of the things the students liked during the Youth Conference or their favorite Christmas
Memory.
My favorite memory is in 2017, when I got an elf on a shelf. The elf fell and the kids cried while I was
playing my game—Johnathon
My favorite Christmas memory was when I woke up to the entire outside covered in snow. I played in
it with my friends all day—Katlin
My favorite memory from the youth conference was the volley ball tournament they hosted.—Sydney
My favorite Christmas memory was when I got an xbox—Trey
My favorite memory from the youth conference was making new friends.—Shyra
My favorite memory from the youth conference was Ted Nolan, the key speaker—Kaleb
My favorite Christmas memory is when I got a new hockey stick.—Leon
My favorite memory from the Youth Conference was the singing—Darius
Elementary Vice-Principal/
Literacy Catalyst
Tansi kakiyaw, pipon oma kona kwayes kitayanow. Kekats oma ta nipayamihayahk.
Hello everyone, it is WINTER, we have lots of snow. We will be celebrating Christmas very soon.
Our Christmas concert is scheduled for December 16th, 2021. Our students are already preparing and
practicing, details will follow on how we will proceed with the concert.
We had our 15th Annual Youth Conference on November 18th & 19th, 2021.Ted Nolan was our
keynote speaker on Thursday, he was also at the hall to meet with community members. Students from
Grades 7-12 and a few out of town students enjoyed the presentations, they were gifted with plenty of
donated items.
Virtual parent teacher interviews were held on November 24th, 2021, parents who conferenced with
their child’s teacher received a nikihk cleaning kit.
The Senator Jonas Lariviere Health Centre sponsored a poster contest for National Addictions
Awareness Week, we have some excellent talent at our school.
We only have less than 3 weeks of school left before the Christmas break, please continue to
encourage your children to utilize the online platforms they have access to. If you need more
information or passwords, contact your child’s teacher.
Lastly, I would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Take care and stay
safe!
Adele Iron—Literacy Catalyst/Elementary Vice Principal
High School English
Tansi,
We have been very busy since our last report. Report Cards are now complete for the first reporting
period and if you still have any questions, please reach out to discuss your child’s progress.
Law 30 are currently learning about the various aspects of the Criminal Justice System. We have
covered types of crimes and their consequences, statistics involving criminal law, alternative measures
for criminal justice and different theories for criminal law.
The Grade 10’s have been working on their first unit, The World Around Us. We are reading and
discussing several stories, poems, and essays that all look at various aspects of the environment and
how different things can have an impact on the environment. We are also working on our writing and
comprehension skills.
The English 30 A’s are nearing the end of their first unit, Canadian Perspectives. We have spent a great
deal of time learning about how different voices and perspectives impact the way writers write their
stories. We are currently going to begin writing our
first major, formal essay.
Please remember that if you ever need to discuss
your child’s progress, do not hesitate to contact
me.
Katie Lariviere—English Teacher
Logan Iron—Educational Assistant
High School Math
TANSI! Kakiyaw asiniwak, asti niwiciwakanahk, asti niwakomakanahk.
Nimiyowiten oma kakisinahamowakaw awasisahk. Kikac ekwa kitamatakimayahk
Nipayamiyaw pisim. Asay atit macitawak kitakiskinamowacihk awasisak ta nakamocik asti
Tamitawicihk. It is the time of year for our Christmas concert. Moya kiniwas ekwa
Ki tanipayamiyayahk.
Kwayas takayaw ekwa wayawitimihk. Poko awasisak kwayas kitapotawinisicihk.
EKOSI PITAMA, KITAM MINA KITAPIKISKWANOW.
MIYO NIPAYAMIYAK ASTI MIYO OSTIMIKISIKANSIHK.
Linda Lariviere—High school Math
High School Science Tansi everyone and happy December, The regular biology class is going well and students are learning about Life and Organization. The other class I am teaching is Forensic Science 20 and this is a new course to our school. Forensic Science 20 is an elective class which focuses on the procedures and science behind crime scenes and investigation. Students with regular attendance are doing well in this course and have created several exciting crime scenarios and have plans to create larger scale interactive models. Grade 8 Students are finishing our unit on Optics and Vision with the creation of a laser maze. Students will continue to focus on building their foundational math skills and have shown great improvement - it is a very exciting time to be a grade 8 student. Coding Mr. Wensley and myself, and other teachers have posted the sign-up sheet for a Coding and Robotics club for grades 7-12 and we are excited to learn these 21st century skills with the students. We look forward to posting about our success with this club in the future. As per Ms. Bird style, I have included a recipe for homemade ornaments for your Christmas decorations. Ekosi, Miss Bird—High School Science Teacher
P.A.A Tansi! Hello! This past month we have been studying First Nations world views and Western World views. Students in Native Studies 10 have taken interest and are really enjoying this class. I have had a lot of feedback regarding identity and cultural beliefs. With quad 1 coming to an end and quad 2 beginning to take off, I am proud to state that our students are really enjoying their time in art 10. We have looked at different types of mediums and different types of art pieces from indigenous artists across Canada and the US. I am looking forward to the rest of the quad and semester to see what our students are capable of accomplishing. In our special projects program our students recently went to Saskatoon to do a site visit. During their site visit they were able to complete a few projects in electrical and carpentry, which they really enjoyed. The look on their faces was full of enthusiasm and interest, the tour that the college Sask Polytech offered was amazing. I can’t wait to get our projects started as our students are eager to learn more about construction and carpentry. Ekosi! Ninaskamon! Glen Durocher
Physical Education Merry Christmas, As you all know School sports are now happening, we had the Sr Boys Volleyball team, Bantam Boys Volleyball Team, and the Jr Girls Volleyball Team. Thank you, guys, for participating. The Sr Boys Volleyball placed 3rd at their 2A Conference tournament in Pierceland, Sk. The Bantam Boys Volleyball Team placed 2nd at their BRAA units in Turnor Lake, Sk. The Jr. Girls Volleyball Team placed 3rd at their BRAA unit in Ile-a-la-crosse, Sk. Those placements at those tournaments are something to be proud of. I always hear “Canoe Lake Miksiw School has such good athletes” and that is because of you guys. As for upcoming sports, we will have Basketball and there will be a sign-up sheet in December, please listen for announcements each day or please come see me in my office. Thanks, Dennis Iron Jr Athletic Director/Physical Education Instructor
Following Their Voices
What is FTV? • FTV is an initiative designed to raise the educational
achievement and participation of Saskatchewan's First Nations, Métis, and Inuit
students. It focuses on enhancing relationships between students and teachers,
creating structures and supports for teachers and school administrators to
co-construct teaching and learning interactions with students, and creating safe,
well-managed learning environments. FTV is based on research that was
conducted Communications Toolkit Module 9 with First Nations and Métis
engaged and non-engaged students, parents/caregivers, teachers, and school administrators about what
is needed in order to be successful as a First Nations or Métis student in school.
Students grades 4-12 are surveyed 3 times per year - questions are very specific, and as teachers, we
analyze the survey results and reflect and plan accordingly. Please review the comparison survey
results from our initial year in FTV 2017 and compare them to the fall of 2021. We ask parents to
complete the parent survey via our School Facebook page twice a year.
Ensuring students' voice is validated in the daily instruction in their classes -
Teachers have been studying high-impact teaching strategies and this year we are learning the effective
use of connecting students' prior knowledge to the curriculum outcomes. Teachers collaborate weekly
and share best practices.
Geraldine Delorme—BouvierHigh School News Tansi, Attendance is crucial to student success, if your child(ren) is absent it is imperative that you contact the school to let them know (Leanne) and ensure your child completes any missed assignments. Quad 3 begins January 31, 2022. If your student is struggling academically please contact their teacher to create a success plan. Counselors are available, Harmony King (MLTC) and Holly Janvier, if you are interested in having your child seen please call the school and a referral will be sent home to you. Mental Health 20 We are midway in unit 1, students are learning the difference between sadness and depression, and coping strategies. Students learn the importance of how their mental health affects their daily life and the importance of asking for help. 15th Annual Youth Conference On behalf of the Youth Planning Committee, we want to take this opportunity to thank Chief and Council, Senator Jonas Lariviere Health Staff, Canoe Lake Recreation, Miksiw School hot lunch cooks, and Canoe Lake Child and family services for all their support. Student feedback was positive and our students are very grateful for all the support. On behalf of the high school staff and students, we wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas and look forward to seeing you in the New Year miyo-manitowi-kîsikanis Geraldine Delorme-Bouvier
LLRC
Tansi,
Like most years November has been a very fast month. The focus for November and December is to
try and get much school work done as possible before the Christmas Break. Land based learning is at
a standstill for now until we get going again after the Christmas break. For teachers the focus is on
language and culture in the classroom. Teachers continue to implement teaching treaties in the
classroom program along with cultural activities.
At this time …
Ī-nohtī-witamātakaw ta-akamīmōwīk nihiyawīwin. Wīcihik kiciwāsimisahk ta kakwī-nihiyawīcik.
Kisi-opikitāwi tamīwihtamohk īkaskitācik ta-nihiyawīcik. Mohkā kawanihtānow nihiyawīwin kīspin
tapitow kinihiyawānaw.
LLRC rep-Calvin Maurice
Guidance
Tansi kakiyo keyawow! Ninanaskom, tato kisikaw.
I'm really glad to be back. I am so excited to be working with the students, staff and community. I
look forward to working and supporting our students on their successes. I would like to wish everyone
a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. May the holidays bring you lots of joy and
happiness. May God bless you and take care of you and your families. Ekosi, hiy! hiy!
Diane MartellStudent Services
Tansi. Miyo-kisikaw anohc.
Some sites you can go to help your child improve their reading.
1. Reading can improve memory and critical thinking skills. -Check out all these books categorized
by genre in this Audio library
“Unite For Literacy” https://www.uniteforliteracy.com/featured/new/book?BookId=1285
2. Starfall has upgraded from Kindergarten to Grade 3. Starfall is a free public service to teach
children to read.
http://more.starfall.com/info/apps/learntoread.php
10 Strategies for Parents to Help Struggling Readers
1. Encouragement to Read Whatever He Wanted. ...
2. Have a Variety of Types of Reading Materials Available. ...
3. Have High Interest Reading Materials Available. ...
4. Nightly Read Alouds. ...
5. Read School Materials Aloud. ...
6. Have Your Struggling Reader Be the Teacher.
7. Lots of Trips to the Library.
8. Audio Books.
9. Suggest Books that You Think Will Be of Interest to Your Reluctant Reader.
10. Relax.
Ekosi pitama. Miyo-Nipayamihak!
Angel Iron—SSTLibrary
Math Catalyst
Finding the Best Math Station for your Class
What math centers you choose to use in your classroom is based on teacher preference and student
needs. It doesn’t need to be fancy or elaborate. I would recommend starting very simple and adding
more as you feel comfortable.
For instance, the most common math center is the one above where teachers have some students
work on fact fluency, while others work independently at their seats, and still some work on
hands-on manipulative to make the concept more concrete. The last group would work with the
teacher or whatever the teacher decides.
In the stack model, there are five groups. The teacher meets with the students, offers technology
math practice, application practice, critical thinking skills, and hands-on practice.Math Catalyst Continued The guide model is very similar to the others. It contains games, application (using what we know), independent work, fluency practice, and journaling. However, it doesn’t have the opportunity for students to meet with the teacher. Instead, the teacher can move around and individually confer with students. Again, the model you choose is completely up to you and your students’ needs. Some teachers prefer to have fewer students in each center, while other teachers want fewer centers. Thank you, Leighton Wensley
Youth Conference Winners
1. Blue Weighted Blanket - Ty Bouvier
2. Checkered Weighted Blanket—Rylee Beeds
3. Baby Boom Speaker—Tanner Iron
4. Baby Boom Speaker—Darius Iron-McCallum
5. Batteries & Charger—Malika Morin
6. Batteries & Charger—Sonya “Tony” Durocher
7. “Volkon” Speaker—Marissa Iron
8. “Wilson” Volley Ball—Sumara Iron
9. (Black) Basketball—Brenda Couillonneur
10. Controller (Switch) - Alexandra Iron
11. “Wilson” Basketball—Stace Couillonneur
12. $25.00 Visa Gift Card—Shanae Iron
13. $25.00 Visa Gift Card—Aiyisha Iron-McCallum
14. $25.00 Apple Gift Card—Dalton Durocher
15. $25.00 Apple Gift Card—Justin Durocher
16. $25.00 Playstation Gift Card—Jared Laliberte
17. $25.00 Xbox Gift Card—Alexander Iron-McCallum
L&C Gift Cards
1. Dinner for one—Sydney Lariviere
2. Lrg. Dry Ribs—Lyndon Iron
3. Dinner for 1—Brooklyn Gardiner
4. Medium Pizza—Beverlie Couillonneur
5. Platter #1—Daisy Iron
6. Dinner for 2—Adam Bouvier
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