Aboriginal Education in School District No. 64 (Gulf Islands) is dedicated to supporting the success of Aboriginal learners in our school district, as well as promoting a deep awareness of Aboriginal culture and history among all students.
National Aboriginal Day was marked on June 21, 2017 with Galiano students documenting the Gulf Islands School District ‘Welcome Figure’ project. Galiano Community School’s middle years students are pleased to release their Welcome to the Gulf Islands short film that captures the essence of the journey thus far for the Welcome Figure.
Meet the Team
Deeply proud of her Cree & Irish roots Shannon is Aboriginal Education Coordinator in SD64. As a life long learner and outdoor enthusiast, the First Peoples Principals of Learning align closely with her passions and values as district coordinator, principal, middle years eco teacher and member of a close knit family.
Contact Shannon Johnston
Contact Shannon Johnston
I am of Secwepemc descent, born Neskonlith, raised in Maple Ridge (where I honed my craft of being a cultural teacher) and now being refined into island life on Salt Spring. It has been a privilege and a pleasure being part of the energy, community and team at SD64.
Hy c’h qu!
Contact Quentin Harris
Hy c’h qu!
Contact Quentin Harris
Gulf Islands Secondary School First Nations/Social Studies Teacher and Provincial BCTF Aboriginal Education Facilitator
Contact Carol Arnold
Contact Carol Arnold
My ancestors came from Africa, Europe, and Turtle Island (Ojibway and Erie). I am grateful to live in Coast Salish territory, where my children were born.
Contact Jannise Browning
Contact Jannise Browning
Visit:
1. the Ab Ed Photo Page and
2. the Welcome Pole 2019
