May 5, 2023

Indigenous Education

Indigenous Education in School District No. 64 (Gulf Islands) is dedicated to supporting the success of Indigenous learners in our school district, as well as promoting a deep awareness of Indigenous culture and history among all students.


PRINCIPLES OF LEARNING	INDIGENOUS EDUCATION	ENHANCEMENT AGREEMENT
The First People’s Principles of Learning.	B.C. Ministry of Education Aboriginal Education document.	SD64 Indigenous Education Enhancement Agreement.

Explore our Video and Photo Stories


Quentin’s Latest Videos Our Enhancement Agreement Animals SD64 Indigenous Ed. Overview How Raven Steals the Sun Potlach and Our Current Times Vancouver Island Circle Group Welcome to the Gulf Islands 2017 Celebrating National Indigenous History Month 2020 Indigenous Ed in Review 2020-21	Indigenous Ed Photo Page Welcome Pole 2019 Drumming Photos 2019 Chief Robert Joseph Visits 2019 Enhancement Agreement 2020

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Meet our amazing team.

Shannon Johnston

Principal

Deeply proud of her Cree & Irish roots Shannon is the Indigenous Education Principal 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.

Quentin Harris

Artist, Educator

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.

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Carol Arnold

Educator, Facilitator

Gulf Islands Secondary School First Nations/Social Studies Teacher and Provincial BCTF Aboriginal Education Facilitator

Dorianna Chessa

Indigenous Education Local Contact

Dorianna Chessa (she/her)

Land Based Educator

Proud Queer Aunty

Unsettled Settler

Cheryl Ruff

District Indigenous Child and Youth Care Worker

Cheryl Ruff is from Chippewas of the Thames First Nation and comes from a mixed ancestry of Chippewa, Cree and Scottish. As a First Nations person (and momma to a First Nations child), Cheryl is a strong advocate for supporting Indigenous youth as they connect with and share their ancestry; as well as creating a space for them to walk their own path.