The Diversity, Equity and Human Rights Committee (DEHR) is responsible for the study and advocacy of diversity and equity issues within Local 38 with an emphasis on enhancing teacher awareness, capacity, and practice. This work will be completed through the creation of networks of support and the coordination of efforts of provincial and local organizations/associations. Keeping our mandate in mind, LDEC is offering a series of learning opportunities titled Authentic Learning at Tsuut’ina and is pleased to offer:
Tsuut’ina’s Teachings: History and Language
Participants will engage in an exploration of Tsuut’ina world view, protocols and values by learning about the history and language the Tsuut’ina people. Participants will be taken through history including migration, separation, linguistic history and cultural adaptations. Participants will also have the opportunity to visit the Tsuut’ina museum.
Location
Brown Bear Woman Events Centre/Spotted Elk Camps
Tsuut’ina Reserve, Calgary
Meeting Place: Grey Eagle Casino at 8:15am in the Southeast parking lot.
Participants will drive out together at 8:30am sharp
Time/Date
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
Session runs 8:30am – approx. 3:00pm
Audience
Grades K – 12 Teachers & Administrators
This event is for certified CBE teachers only.
What to Bring
· Your own water/coffee/tea
· An item for a potluck lunch
· A gift for the elders to show appreciation and reciprocity for the knowledge that is being shared. Historically, it would be food, clothing, and other necessities for living. Contemporary gifts such as towels, blankets, notebooks, or tea could be given. It is up to you to come up with something as a way of saying thank you.
· The ATA will be giving tobacco as part of the agreement made.
Registration
Registration is limited to 18 applications.
Registration will open Sunday February 4 at 7:00 pm on Eventbrite and is first come, first served. Once the tickets sell out, Eventbrite will provide a waitlist option.
A fee of $11.98 is required to register ($10 refundable deposit + $1.98 non-refundable Eventbrite fee). Refunds of registration deposit will be issued to participants after verification of attendance. One ticket per participant. Please do not register for others. Sub code will be shared with successful participants once session fills. This session is for certificated members of Local 38 only.