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First Nations Resources of the Okanagan / Mainline RegionDistricts comprising the Okanagan / Mainline RegionPronunciations of Traditional Names First Nations Resource Information Elders Program Protocol Directory of Resource Personnel for the Okanagan / Mainline Region (back to top) Districts Comprising the Okanagan / Mainline RegionSD 19 - Revelstoke (Ktunaxa, Secwepemc) SD 22 - Vernon (Okanagan) SD 23 - Central Okanagan (Okanangan) SD 53 - Okanagan-Similkameen (Okanangan) SD 58 - Nicola-Similkameen (Nle'kepmx, N'silx) SD 67 - Okanagan Skaha (Okanagan) SD 73 - Kamloops/Thompson (Secwepemc) SD 74 - Gold Trail (Secwepemc, St'at'imc, Nlaka'pamux) SD 83 - North Okanagan-Shuswap (Okanagan, Secwepemc) View a map of the above Districts (opens in a separate window) (back to top) Pronunciations of Traditional Names
View a map of the above Territories (opens in a new window) (back to top) First Nations Resource InformationOur goal as educators is to provide the most positive learning experience for the students we encounter. In order to enhance this learning experience it was agreed upon by members of the Okanagan Mainline Region, that more Aboriginal content within the Social Studies curriculum was needed. This would serve as a wealth of information to our non-aboriginal neighbours, make our education institutions more hospitable and comfortable for our Aboriginal students, and most certainly foster better relations amongst all. As we approached this project, we realized that we must proceed cautiously, in order not to separate the material from the context it was intended: First Nations people and the valuable knowledge which is introduced when they are invited into the classroom. It was unanimously agreed that Aboriginal teachers of culture be utilized as often as possible to implement this material. In other words, while we attempt to make these lessons more accessible to teachers, we also request that the bearers of the knowledge be invited to take part in these teaching experiences. These lessons are evidence that the implementation of FN material can be interesting, fun, and relevant, due to the local nature of this project. Included in these resources, are contact names and numbers of First Nations Resource people and Band Coordinators from across the OK Mainline Region. We encourage teachers to contact these Resource people and Coordinators with any and all inquiries related to FN issues. We have also been asked to advise teachers that they utilize these same people (First Nations Resource people and Band Coordinators) to contact elders, rather than calling upon the elders themselves. (Teachers making contact or booking FN resource people should also follow their respective District's protocols and procedures, as well). Classroom teachers should also read through the "Elders Protocol" (included) to become familiar with First Nations protocol issues. Above all, teachers need to know that elders are the recognized source of wisdom and are the true "teachers" in First Nations communities, and respect this. . For the sake of School District organization, the Okanagan Mainline Region is broken down into Districts, which are numbered and arranged in this order. In many cases, these District boundaries overlap traditional Aboriginal territory, now known as Nations. The names of the Nations are listed in conjunction with the School District and are indicated on the title of each District heading. A further breakdown of Aboriginal Bands (those which predominantly attend in each District) and the Band Education Contacts are also listed within each School District, when at all possible. Likewise, Districts have assigned their own First Nations Contact person, who oversees First Nations issues on behalf of each School District. Information for this project was gathered from across the Okanagan Mailine Region (throughout Districts 19, 22, 23, 53, 58, 67, 73, 74, and 83), as well as the Bands within the Okanagan Mainline area. Sincere thanks go out to all those who contributed to the project so that teachers might better access Aboriginal Materials to use in their classrooms. (back to top) (Because the following material contains such valuable information, permission has been obtained from its authors to reprint it for this project.) Borrowed from: Under Our Wing the Vision, the Accomplishments and the Future of first Nations Education in School District 73 (Appendix 6): Elders Program ProtocolPROGRAM'S GUIDING PRINCIPLE:Our First Nations elders have cultural wisdom, historical experience, and knowledge of Aboriginal Languages that are valuable for the education and self-development of our children and youth. This protocol recognizes that all of our First Nations communities have their own way of determining who their community elders are. PROGRAM GOAL:The goal of the Elders Program in School district No. 73 is to find ways to enhance and enrich classroom lessons and school cultural events by inviting First Nations elders to participate in and help plan such events, while honouring and respecting them at all times. PURPOSE OF PROTOCOL:The purpose of the protocol is to ensure that all District staff who have elders participate in school or classroom activities follow a process that demonstrates respect for and care of our elders. SUGGESTED PROTOCOL FOR ELDERS PROGRAMBefore you have an elder visit your classroom, ensure that an activity or lesson has been planned for their participation; and prepare your students for having an elder in their classroom. The types of activities could include:
It is not appropriate to ask elders to talk about spiritual ceremonies or teachings. Many First Nations ceremonies are personal and private, and this privacy must be respected. *When the elder arrives at your school: make sure that someone meets them at the door, welcomes them and offers the elder a cup of tea, coffee, or a juice. They should be shown where the washrooms are located. Ensure that food is provided for the elder, either a morning snack or lunch if they are going to be at the school over the lunch hour. This is an important health consideration for many elders. Find a place for them to leave their coat, and to sit comfortably while they wait. *Following their lesson, presentation, or activity: give them a gift, of tobacco or a pouch of sage, juniper, sweetgrass, or a food gift such as jam, or preserves. (It is also acceptable to inquire in advance, to find out if there is any particular small gift the elder might especially desire). This will show respect and appreciation for their time and their knowledge. *Most of the time, the elder will be given an honorarium for their work. The honorarium should be ready and presented with a card or in an envelope at the time of the presentation or lesson. The guideline for honoraria is:
If gas money is needed for a driver, that should also be arranged for. The funding for Elder honoraria will need to be accessed through available sources. Inquiries regarding this funding should be addressed by the local School District FN Resource person, (or other school funds should be secured in advance). *Once the elder has completed their work at your school: ensure that transportation has been arranged to get them safely home. (back to top) SD 19 Revelstoke (Ktunaxa, Okanagan, Secwepemc)District Contact Person Overseeing First Nations Education:Shan Jorgenson-Adam Principal: Mount Begbie School PO Bag 7100 - 420 Downie Street Revelstoke V0E 2S0 Phone: (250) 837- 4056 E-mail: sjorgenson@sd19.bc.ca Aboriginal Cultural Facilitator:Lynne Barisoff Revelstoke Secondary School P.O. Bag 5100 Revelstoke, BC V0E 2S0 Phone: (250) 837-2173 E-mail: lbarisoff@sd19.bc.ca Aboriginal Resource ContactsRevelstoke has several Aboriginal resource people who are also available to represent many different cultures. Margaret Verheaghe: Metis Beading and dreamcatchers Revelstoke, BC Phone: (250) 837-2250 Pete McCoy: Ktunaxa Plant walks Phone: (250) 342-6029 or Ktunaxa Tribal Council Cranbrook BC Phone: (250) 417-4022 Marilyn James: Sinixt RR1-G16,C-2 Winlaw, BC V0G 2S0 E-mail: mjames@selkirk.bc.ca Kathryne Tennese: Ktunaxa Treaty issues Ktunaxa Tribal Council Phone: (250) 417-4022 Frank Marchand Okanagan games Phone: (250) 558-3505 Eldon T. Clairmont - Metis President of Salmon Arm Metis Association 471 2nd Street S. E. Salmon Arm, BC V1E 4H3 250-832-7029 samacommunity@yahoo.com Dan Saul - Secwepemc Kamloops Indian Band Museum Phone: (250) 828-9700 John Sayer- Metis 1540- 13th Avenue SE Salmon Arm, BC V2E 1G7 250-833-0337 Glenn Jollymore-Stat' liem JL Jackson Secondary Salmon Arm, BC 250-832-2658 Band Education CoordinatorsKtunaxa Tribal Council Mike Keefer Phone: (250) 417-4022 Secwepemc Band (in Kamloops) Dan Saul Phone: (250) 828-9801 St. Mary's Band (in Cranbrook) Raylene Phone: (250) 426-5717 Sinixt (There is no band for the Sinixt because the Federal Government considers them extinct since the 50's) Marilyn James RR1-G16,C-2 Winlaw, BC, V0G 2S0 E-mail: mjames@selkirk.bc.ca (back to top) SD 22 Vernon (Okanagan)Principal of Aboriginal Programs:Sandra Lynxleg SD #22 (Vernon) 1401 - 15th Avenue Vernon, BC V1T 8S8 Phone: 250-549-9290 Fax: 250-549-9292 E-mail: slynxleg@sd22.bc.ca (back to top) SD 23 Central Okanagan (Okanagan)First Nations Education Coordinator:Alice Gro Phone: (250) 979-2020 E-mail: agro@sd23.bc.ca Aboriginal Resource ContactsAll inquiries regarding First Nations issues should be directed through the following contacts. Terry-Lee Beaudry Director of Instruction 1940 Haynes Rd Kelowna V1X 5X7 Phone: (250) 860-8888 Fax: (250) 862-3964 E-mail: tbeaudry@sd23.bc.ca Dennis Semeniuk Director of Instruction -Middle/Secondary Phone: (250) 470-3270 E-mail: dsemeniuk@sd23.bc.ca Alice Gro First Nations Education Coordinator/Teacher Phone: (250) 979-2020 E-mail: agro@sd23.bc.ca Aboriginal Facilitator Karen Chase Phone: (250) 860-3931 Aboriginal Cultural Dept. Phone: (250) 860-3931 Band Education CoordinatorsWestbank First Nation Denise Clough 301 - 515 Hwy 97S Kelowna V1Z 3J2 Phone: (250) 769-4999 Fax: (250) 769-4377 Okanagan Band Coordinator (in Vernon) Kevin Ned Phone: (250) 542-4328 (back to top) SD 53 Okanagan-Similkameen (Okanangan)District Contact Person Overseeing First Nations Education:Jim Insley PO Box 5000 Oliver V0H 1T0 Phone: (250) 498-3481 ext.238 Fax: (250) 485-0909 E-mail: jinsley@sd53.bc.ca District Aboriginal Teacher:Helen Gallagher Box 1440 Oliver BC V0H 1T0 Phone: (250) 498-3415 Fax: (250) 498-0388 E-mail: hgallagh@sd53.bc.ca Aboriginal Resource ContactsPlease inquire in advance to have rates ($) pre-arranged with the following individuals. In some cases the rates are very specific. Modesta Betteron: Okanagan Nation Language & Culture History of Education, Storytelling Phone: (250) 495-6267 Rate: $150/hour David Tanner: Okanagan Nation Language, Plants & Animals Phone: (250) 498-0561 Gas mileage and rate negotiable Herman Edward - Okanagan Nation Flute Player, Traditional Men's Crafts, Storytelling Phone: (250) 499-5528 (message #) Les Louis Art -painting (water,oil,etc) Phone: (250) 499-2281 (pls. leave message with his dad) Justin Terbasket - Okanagan Nation Silversmith, makes jewelry Phone: (250) 499-7061 Wendy Terbasket - Okanagan Nation Bead work, pine needle baskets, sewing fancy dance dresses Phone: (250) 499-2717 John Kevin Terbasket - Okanagan Nation Lead singer for High Water Drum Group Phone: (250) 499-2817 John Terbasket - Okanagan Nation Researcher, (he can help you find almost any type of information or people you may need.), Storyteller, Pow wow MC Phone: (250) 305-2365 Andrew McGinnis - Okanagan Nation Storytelling and Medicines Phone: (250) 493-2421 Irene Bryson - Okanagan Nation Okanagan Language and Medicines Wage: $50.00 and travel Phone: (250) 498-6110 Band Education CoordinatorsLower Similkameen Band Joanne Dennis Phone: (250) 499-2717 Fax: (250) 499-5415 WWW: lsibed.com Upper Similkameen Band Charlotte Joe (250) 499-2221 (back to top) SD 58 Nicola-Similkameen (Nle'kepmx, N'silx)First Nations PrincipalOpal Charters Box 4100 Merritt V1K 1B8 Phone: (250) 378-5161 Fax: (250-)378-6263 Opal's office will endeavor to meet the requests of any and all areas related to FN issues and she encourages individuals to contact the resource people listed. Band Education CoordinatorsColdwater Band Education Coordinator Phone: (250) 378-6714 Lower Nicola Band Education Coordinator Phone: (250) 378-5527 Nooaitch Band Education Coordinator Phone: (250) 378-6141 Shackan Band Education Coordinator Phone: (250) 378-5410 Upper Nicola Band Education Coordinator Phone: (250) 350-3342 (back to top) SD 67 Okanagan Skaha (Okanagan)District Contact Person Overseeing First Nations Education:Dave Stigant - Assistant Superintendent 425 Jermyn Ave Penticton V2A 1Z4 Ph: (250)-770-7700 E-mail: dstig@summer.com Aboriginal Education Program:David Perry (Counselor) Penticton Secondary School Phone: (250) 770-7767 E-mail: daperry@summer.com Bonny-Lynn Donovan (Teacher) Elementary Aboriginal Education Phone: (250) 492-6049 E-mail: bdonnovan@summer.com Kathy Pierre (Teacher) Phone: (250) 492-6824 Allison McLaren (Early Literacy Teacher) Phone: (250) 490-8611 District Support Workers:Ava Allison West Bench Elementary Phone: (250) 492-6049 Jod-dee Dagneau Princess Margaret Sec. School Phone: (250) 492-6824 Christine Jack Skaha Lake Middle School Phone: (250) 492-0623 Band Education CoordinatorsPenticton Indian Band Education Department: Elaine Kruger (Director) Phone: (250) 493-0048 En'Owkin Centre: Jeanette Armstrong (Director) Phone: (250) 493-7181 E-mail: enowkin@vip.net (back to top) SD 73 Kamloops/Thompson (Secwepemc)District Contact Person Overseeing First Nations Education:Ross Spina (Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Education) 1383-9th Avenue Kamloops BC V2C 3X7 Phone: (250) 374-0679 Fax: (250) 372-1183 E-mail: rspina@sd73.bc.ca District First Nations Coordinator:Deb Draney 1383-9th Avenue Kamloops BC V2C 3X7 Phone: (250) 374-0679 Fax: (250) 372-1183 Email: ddraney@sd73.bc.ca Secwepemc Language Teacher:Ted Gottfriedson Ralph Bell Elementary School 1764 Valleyview Dr. Kamloops, B.C. V2C 4B8 Phone: 372-7795 Fax: 377-2236 E-mail: tgottfriedson@sd73.bc.ca Aboriginal Resource ContactsFirst Nations Education Council Renee Spence - Administrator 311-355 Yellowhead Hwy. Kamloops V2H 1H1 Phone: (250) 828-9807 Fax: (250) 372-1127 E-mail: rspence@sd73.bc.ca First Nations Education Councellors: -Peter Michel, B.Ed. -Marilee Draney, M.Ed. (Counselling Psych.) -Sharnelle Lemaire, MSW -Cherry Joe, B.A. Suite 311 355 Yellowhead Hwy. Kamloops V2H 1H1 Phone: (250) 828-9807 Fax: (250) 372-1127 Dan Saul (MuseumCoordinator) Secwepemc Museum and Heritage Park Kamloops Indian Band 200-355 Yellowhead Hwy. Kamloops, B.C. V2H 1H1 Phone: 828-9749 or 828-9681 Fax: 314-1586 e-mail: dsaul@kib.ca Band Education CoordinatorsPlease note: These individuals are Band Education Coordinators and are useful contact persons who will field inquiries; however, they themselves are not resource/cultural persons. Adams Lake Indian Band Donna Jules Box 588 Chase, BC V0E 1M0 Phone: (250) 679-8841 Fax: (250) 679-8813 Kamloops Indian Band Lil Gottfriedson (8-12) Salvina Holcomb (K-7) 315 Yellowhead Hwy Kamloops, BC V2H 1H1 Phone: (250) 828-9271 Fax: (250) 314-1560 Little Shuswap Indian Band Joan Arnouse Box 1100 Chase, BC V0E 1M0 Phone: (250) 679-3203 Fax: (250) 679-3220 Neskonlith Indian Band Carol August Box 608 Chase, BC V0E 1M0 Phone: (250) 679-3295 Fax: (250) 679-3220 Secwepemc Cultural Education Society Keith Matthew -President Suite 311 355 Yellowhead Hwy. Kamloops V2H 1H1 Phone: (250) 828-9779 Fax: (250) 372-1127 Simpcw First Nation Geri Matthew Band Education Coordinator Box 220 Barriere, BC V0E 1E0 Phone: (250) 672-9995 Fax: (250) 672-5858 Skeetchestn Indian Band Kathrine Stegner Box 178 Savona, BC V0K 2J0 Phone: (250) 373-2493 Fax: (250) 373-2494 Whispering Pines/Clinton Indian Band Sandy LeBourdais 615 Whispering Pines Dr. Kamloops, B.C. V2B 8S4 Phone: (250) 579-5772 Fax: (250) 579-8367 (This order sheet has been made available to all teachers courtesy of the Secwepemc Cultural Education Society Language Department, Suite 202-355 Yellowhead Highway, Kamloops BC V2H 1H1) (download as an MS Word document for printing)
Please Invoice: __________________________ Shipping and Postage are charged for all orders. Resource orders must come with Purchase Order No. Invoices must be paid within 30 days. For further information telephone (250) 828-9750 Fax orders to the SCES Language Department: (250) 372-1127 Name: _________________________________________________ Address: _______________________________________________ City: ___________________________________________________ Province: _______________________________________________ Postal Code: _______________Telephone: ____________________ Date: _____________________ (back to top) SD 74 Gold Trail (Secwepemc, St'at'imc, Nlaka'pamux)District Contact Person Overseeing First Nations Education:Superintendent of Schools PO Bag 250 Ashcroft V0K 1A0 Phone: (250) 453-9101 ext. 208 Fax: (250) 453-2425 E-mail: First Nations Education Council Administrator:Dineen Manuel Box 1420 Lillooet BC Phone: (250) 256-7523 Fax: (250) 256-7119 E-mail: fnecsd74@yahoo.ca Aboriginal Resource Contacts
Band Education Coordinators
(back to top) SD 83 North Okanagan-Shuswap (Secwepemc, Okanagan)Senior First Nations Teacher/Counselor:Glen Jollymour Box 129 Salmon Arm V1E 4P2 Phone: (250) 832-2188 Fax: (250) 832-6112 E-mail: dbliron@jetstream.net (Glen is also the contact person for FN Support Workers in District 83) First Nations Teacher/Counselors:Glen Jollymour Box 129 Salmon Arm V1E 4P2 Phone: (250) 832-2188 Fax: (250) 832-6112 E-mail: dbliron@jetstream.net Aboriginal Resource ContactsMeredith Rusk Phone: (250) 832-2136 (ext. 3111) Sonya Rock Phone: (250) 804-3306 (cell) Fax: 838-7590 Band Education CoordinatorsAdams Lake Indian Band: Donna Jules Box 588 Chase, BC V0E 1M0 Phone: (250) 679-8841 Fax: (250) 679-8813 Little Shuswap Indian Band Joan Arnouse / Wes Francois Box 1100 Chase, BC V0E 1M0 Phone: (250) 679-3203 Fax: (250) 679-3220 Metis Association Bob Sturgeon 3111 9th Ave. SE Salmon Arm BC V1E 2C1 Phone: (250) 832-3905 Fax: (250) 832-3914 Neskonlith Indian Band Tammy Thomas, Band Education Coordinator Box 608 Chase, BC V0E 1M0 Phone: (250) 679-3295 Fax: (250) 679-3220 Spalumcheen Band Darrell Jones Box 3010 Enderby BC V0E 1V0 Phone: (250) 838-6496 Fax: (250) 838-2131 |
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