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Nbisiing Secondary School

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Nbisiing Secondary School
TypeSchool or university
Founded1996

Nbisiing Secondary School is a secondary school in North Bay.[1]

In Anishinabek News

  • April 2013: The school auditorium hosted a display of talents by dozens of local and visiting Anishinaabe artists in February 2013. The event at the school featured over 20 tables of artwork including paintings, beadwork, regalia, and wood carvings.[2]
  • November 2013: The school hosted a meeting of Regional Education Council #4 on October 10 and 11, 2013.[3]
  • April 2014: Students from the school formed Team 5035 to participate in a regional robotics competition in 2014. The school's robotics team received the Judges award for sustainability and their defensive design. Nine students from the school participated in the event, representing ten percent of the total student population.[4]
  • April 2014: Nbisiing Secondary School served as the venue for the Anishinababe Kinomaadswin Nongo Anishinaabe Pane – Education Summit in 2014.[5]
  • May 2014: Student Caitlyn Lee represented this school at the 2014 North Bay Regional Heritage Fair.[6]
  • May 2014: Nbisiing Secondary School served as the venue for the Anishinabek Nation Education Symposium in April 2014.[7]
  • May 2014: Nbisiing Secondary School served as the venue for the Anishinabek Nation Education Symposium in April 2014.[8]
  • May 2014: Steven Rickard attended Nbisiing Secondary School as a secondary student. The school is situated within Nipissing First Nation.[9]
  • September 2014: As of September 2014, the school is led by principal Monique Sawyer.[10]
  • September 2014: The school is the alma mater of Nipissing First Nation citizen and teacher Tory Fisher.[11]
  • February 2015: The school hosted a visit from Susan Aglukark in February 2015 to discuss the power of storytelling and writing. Students from this school are participating in a 12-week mentorship program called the Tuyuuti Teen Writing Group.[12]
  • October 2015: As of October 2015, both Indigenous and non-Indigenous children at the school were observed speaking Ojibway.[13]
  • October 2015: The school served as the venue for a 2015 federal election discussion involving candidates from the Nipissing-Timiskaming riding. Approximately 35 participants attended the event to hear candidates speak on Anishinabek priorities.[14]
  • October 2015: The school hosted a discussion between Anishinabek citizens and federal election candidates on October 5, 2015.[15]
  • October 2015: The school hosted a discussion on October 5, 2015, between Anishinabek citizens and federal candidates for Nipissing-Timiskaming.[16]
  • October 2015: The school served as the venue for a federal candidates discussion on October 5, 2015. The event featured candidates from the Liberal, NDP, and Green parties answering questions from Maurice Switzer.[17]
  • March 2016: The school served as the venue for the fourth annual Nipissing First Nation Artist Gathering and Art Show. It is located on the shores of Lake Nipissing.[18]
  • March 2016: The school building features solar panels on its roof as part of a community green energy initiative.[19]
  • June 2016: The school celebrated its 20th anniversary of operation in June 2016. The institution incorporates Anishinaabe language, traditional knowledge, and culture into its curriculum to foster identity among its students. The school has produced over 300 graduates since it began operations.[20]
  • June 2016: The school hosted an information session regarding the Anishinabek Nation Education Agreement in June 2016. The institution is cited as an example of how First Nation-led education can lead to student success through cultural identity.[21]
  • June 2016: Students from Nbisiing participated in Indigenous Games as part of a cultural awareness month in June 2016.[22]
  • July 2016: The school hosted a hand drum making workshop in its Culture Room. Staff at the school teach Ojibway language, Aboriginal values, and the drum.[23]
  • July 2016: The school served as the venue for the 2016 National Aboriginal Day festivities. The location hosted both indoor educational displays and outdoor traditional food demonstrations.[24]
  • September 2016: Kirby Shipman earned his high school diploma from this institution in 2016.[25]
  • November 2016: The school served as the venue for a final information session regarding the Anishinabek Education System vote. Fran Couchie highlighted the school as a successful example of local education.[26]
  • December 2016: The school served as the venue for the Nipissing First Nation annual meeting.[27]
  • January 2017: The school hosted Josephine Mandamin in December 2016 for a presentation on water protection. Visitors gathered there to hear teachings about the sacredness of water and traditional Anishinaabe practices.[28]
  • March 2017: Blair Beaucage, an Ojibway teacher at the school, was a member of the Kina maamwi gdoo-wiikendaasmin working group.[29]
  • April 2017: The school hosted the final celebration and feast for the Kina maamwigdoo-wiikendaasmin education series in 2017.[30]
  • May 2017: The school is expected to receive additional funding to expand programming and continue curriculum development under the Master Education Agreement.[31]
  • June 2017: The school held its graduation ceremony on June 23, 2017, for eleven graduating students. The event featured the presentation of numerous honors, including the Davis Armstrong Memorial Award and the Highest Academic Achievement Award.[32]
  • June 2017: The school served as the venue for the first Regional Education Council meeting for the Anishinabek Education System.[33]
  • June 2017: Steve Rickard graduated from this secondary school as a member of the class of 2015.[34]
  • July 2017: The school grounds served as the site for the 2017 National Aboriginal Day festivities hosted by Nipissing First Nation. Visitors gathered at the school to participate in workshops on traditional medicines and outdoor cooking techniques.[35]
  • July 2017: The school served as the venue for the Anishinabek Educational Institute graduation ceremony in June 2017.[36]
  • October 2017: Muriel Sawyer taught at this school until her retirement in 2005.[37]
  • November 2017: The school hosted a meeting for youth candidates from Duchesnay Village on November 8, 2017. Student council experience at the school was cited by candidates as preparation for roles on the Nipissing First Nation Youth Council.[38]
  • January 2018: The school served as the venue for the 2018 Memorial Round Dance held on a Saturday night.[39]
  • February 2018: The school served as the venue for a presentation led by Isabel Meawasige regarding the crimes of human trafficking.[40]
  • March 2018: The school served as the venue for the fifth annual Nipissing First Nation Anishnaabe Art Show. Art patrons gathered at the school during warm weather to view and purchase traditional works.[41]
  • April 2018: The school served as the venue for the 2018 Round Dance, which included a feast and drumming competitions.[42]
  • May 2018: Students at the school celebrated Arbour Week in 2018 by learning about forestry and vegetation management. The school hosted a team from Hydro One to teach students about apprenticeship programs and utility equipment. A cedar sapling was planted on the school property as part of the educational event.[43]
  • June 2018: The school provides a venue where youth in Nipissing First Nation can learn about their culture and language.[44]
  • September 2018: Arena Director Amanda Bellefeuille carried the school's flag during the grand entry of a local event in 2018. Students from the school, including Cassie St. Pierre, participated in the Canadore-Nipissing Welcome Pow Wow.[45]
  • October 2018: The school hosted a feast and traditional closing ceremony for the launch of the Anishinabek Education System. It is located in the Nipissing First Nation community of Duchesnay.[46]
  • August 2019: The school features a mural by Dan Commanda designed for clan teachings. It serves as the venue for a gathering in February and the Nipissing First Nation Annual Artists Gathering and Art Show.[47]
  • September 2019: The school serves as one of the distribution points for fresh vegetables grown at the Gtigewin Community Garden.[48]
  • October 2019: The school served as the location for a specialized Nipissing University history course in 2019. Students at the facility participated in sharing circles as part of their character building and historical education.[49]
  • March 2020: The school gymnasium served as the venue for the Minweyaang Round Dance in 2020. Approximately two hundred people gathered at the school to participate in the feast and dancing.[50]
  • April 2020: As of April 2020, the school transitioned to online check-ins to support students during the COVID-19 pandemic.[51]
  • May 2020: The school is a catering customer of the Oak East Eatery.[52]
  • February 2021: Muriel Sawyer began working at this school in 1998 and eventually served as its vice-principal. The school provided a venue where Muriel Sawyer taught the Ojibwa language to students in grades 9 through 12.[53]
  • July 2021: Students at the school learn traditional cultural arts and beading from local artists.[54]
  • November 2021: Muriel Sawyer was instrumental in the establishment of this school.[55]
  • April 2024: The school serves as the venue for the Ziigwan/Spring Handmade Artist Market in May 2024. It is located in the Duchesnay community of Nipissing First Nation.[56]
  • October 2024: The school's Nbisiing Redhawks Drum Group performed at the 2024 walk in North Bay. Teacher Tory Fisher noted that bringing back the drum provides strength and healing to the nations.[57]
  • December 2024: The school was founded by the late Muriel Sawyer. Falcon McLeod chose to attend this school as a teenager specifically to access its Ojibwe language classes.[58]
  • February 2025: The school's drum group, Red Hawk, performed during the 35th annual Canadore College Pow Wow.[1]

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 "Colourful fun gathering at the 35th Canadore Pow Wow", Anishinabek News, 10 February 2025 (archived copy; original article).
  2. ↑ "Artists and musicians gather at Nbisiing", Anishinabek News, 8 April 2013 (archived copy; original article).
  3. ↑ "Kinomaadswin Education Body board members selected", Anishinabek News, 12 November 2013 (archived copy; original article).
  4. ↑ "Enimkii robot caught judges’ eye", Anishinabek News, 11 April 2014 (archived copy; original article).
  5. ↑ "Anishinabek education needs ‘two sneakers’", Anishinabek News, 24 April 2014 (archived copy; original article).
  6. ↑ "Dancer wins heritage prize", Anishinabek News, 5 May 2014 (archived copy; original article).
  7. ↑ "Anishinaabemowin must come first", Anishinabek News, 6 May 2014 (archived copy; original article).
  8. ↑ "Community comes together to produce video on change", Anishinabek News, 13 May 2014 (archived copy; original article).
  9. ↑ "Youth want justice now", Anishinabek News, 27 May 2014 (archived copy; original article).
  10. ↑ "A love for the game 60 years later", Anishinabek News, 5 September 2014 (archived copy; original article).
  11. ↑ "Royal visit addresses language, education and treaties", Anishinabek News, 22 September 2014 (archived copy; original article).
  12. ↑ "Writing to make songs…and pursue dreams", Anishinabek News, 7 February 2015 (archived copy; original article).
  13. ↑ "AFN Chief Bellegarde appeals to Canadians to help Close the Gap", Anishinabek News, 6 October 2015 (archived copy; original article).
  14. ↑ "Candidates discuss Anishinabek issues at Nipissing First Nation", Anishinabek News, 7 October 2015 (archived copy; original article).
  15. ↑ "Environmental stewardship, Trans-Canada East pipeline topics at candidates discussion", Anishinabek News, 12 October 2015 (archived copy; original article).
  16. ↑ "Looking for equitable share of resource revenue in traditional territories", Anishinabek News, 13 October 2015 (archived copy; original article).
  17. ↑ "Candidates are asked ‘what have you done to assist First Nations?’", Anishinabek News, 15 October 2015 (archived copy; original article).
  18. ↑ "Assortment of talent at 4th Artist Gathering and Art Show", Anishinabek News, 9 March 2016 (archived copy; original article).
  19. ↑ "Nipissing First Nation set to develop position on TransCanada’s Energy East Pipeline", Anishinabek News, 23 March 2016 (archived copy; original article).
  20. ↑ "Lieutenant-Governor Elizabeth Dowdeswell visits Nbisiing Secondary School to celebrate the power of education", Anishinabek News, 16 June 2016 (archived copy; original article).
  21. ↑ "Nipissing citizens receptive to Anishinabek Education System information session", Anishinabek News, 22 June 2016 (archived copy; original article).
  22. ↑ "Raising the Nipissing First Nation Flag—soon once and for all", Anishinabek News, 27 June 2016 (archived copy; original article).
  23. ↑ "Hard work in Hand Drum Workshop to stay connected", Anishinabek News, 4 July 2016 (archived copy; original article).
  24. ↑ "Nipissing First Nation showcases community highlights on National Aboriginal Day", Anishinabek News, 7 July 2016 (archived copy; original article).
  25. ↑ "Building his future with education and culture", Anishinabek News, 9 September 2016 (archived copy; original article).
  26. ↑ "Voters have chance to cast ballot at information session", Anishinabek News, 1 November 2016 (archived copy; original article).
  27. ↑ "I Am Not a Number tells Granny’s Indian Residential School story", Anishinabek News, 9 December 2016 (archived copy; original article).
  28. ↑ "Lemons and protests", Anishinabek News, 6 January 2017 (archived copy; original article).
  29. ↑ "Silent to their graves about Residential School trauma", Anishinabek News, 17 March 2017 (archived copy; original article).
  30. ↑ "North Bay and Nipissing First Nation on the road to reconciliation", Anishinabek News, 8 April 2017 (archived copy; original article).
  31. ↑ "Moving forward with the Anishinabek-Ontario Master Education Agreement", Anishinabek News, 30 May 2017 (archived copy; original article).
  32. ↑ "Nbisiing graduates going onward", Anishinabek News, 26 June 2017 (archived copy; original article).
  33. ↑ "‘We’re leaving a big footprint in education’ says Chief Thomas on the AES", Anishinabek News, 27 June 2017 (archived copy; original article).
  34. ↑ "Aanii boozhoo from the Anishinabek Nation summer students", Anishinabek News, 29 June 2017 (archived copy; original article).
  35. ↑ "Bannock on a stick a hit at National Aboriginal Day Celebration", Anishinabek News, 1 July 2017 (archived copy; original article).
  36. ↑ "AEI Nipissing Campus sees 16 graduate", Anishinabek News, 4 July 2017 (archived copy; original article).
  37. ↑ "Anishinaabe language keeper continues to inspire", Anishinabek News, 12 October 2017 (archived copy; original article).
  38. ↑ "Nipissing First Nation to elect Youth Chief", Anishinabek News, 2 November 2017 (archived copy; original article).
  39. ↑ "Hundreds gather for Memorial Round Dance honouring Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls", Anishinabek News, 24 January 2018 (archived copy; original article).
  40. ↑ "First Nations beware of human traffickers", Anishinabek News, 6 February 2018 (archived copy; original article).
  41. ↑ "Anishinabek artists shine at Nipissing First Nation Art Show", Anishinabek News, 2 March 2018 (archived copy; original article).
  42. ↑ "Welcoming ancestors at 2018 Round Dance", Anishinabek News, 3 April 2018 (archived copy; original article).
  43. ↑ "Nbisiing Secondary School students celebrate Arbour week", Anishinabek News, 30 May 2018 (archived copy; original article).
  44. ↑ "Indigenous knowledge must come first", Anishinabek News, 4 June 2018 (archived copy; original article).
  45. ↑ "Pow Wow welcomes students back to higher education in North Bay", Anishinabek News, 28 September 2018 (archived copy; original article).
  46. ↑ "Anishinabek Education System celebrates official launch", Anishinabek News, 2 October 2018 (archived copy; original article).
  47. ↑ "Nipissing First Nation artist takes to the stage for arts sake", Anishinabek News, 20 August 2019 (archived copy; original article).
  48. ↑ "The Gtigewin Community Garden promotes sustainability, healthy eating, and Anishinaabemowin", Anishinabek News, 23 September 2019 (archived copy; original article).
  49. ↑ "University teaches shared stories of Nbisiing Aanishinaabeg", Anishinabek News, 3 October 2019 (archived copy; original article).
  50. ↑ "Healing through feasting and dancing at the Minweyaang Round Dance", Anishinabek News, 31 March 2020 (archived copy; original article).
  51. ↑ "Artist beads good intentions into Treaty of Niagara Belt reproduction", Anishinabek News, 28 April 2020 (archived copy; original article).
  52. ↑ "Venture strategy during pandemic leads to ice cream", Anishinabek News, 26 May 2020 (archived copy; original article).
  53. ↑ "Anishinabek Nation mourns loss of strong Anishinaabekwe leader, Muriel Sawyer", Anishinabek News, 8 February 2021 (archived copy; original article).
  54. ↑ "Keeping connected and making histories in The Lake Nipissing Beading Project", Anishinabek News, 15 July 2021 (archived copy; original article).
  55. ↑ "Nipissing University Student Union honours Nipissing First Nation Language Keeper", Anishinabek News, 30 November 2021 (archived copy; original article).
  56. ↑ "Lake Nipissing candles at the Ziigwan/Spring Handmade Artist Market in Duchesnay", Anishinabek News, 30 April 2024 (archived copy; original article).
  57. ↑ "Hundreds in step for Every Child Matters Walk on Orange Shirt Day", Anishinabek News, 9 October 2024 (archived copy; original article).
  58. ↑ "Virtual Anishinaabemowin courses created by Nipissing Language Teacher", Anishinabek News, 24 December 2024 (archived copy; original article).
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