Indigenous Education
Indigenous Education
Honouring Indigenous voices, cultures, traditions, and ways of knowing through meaningful learning, belonging, and connection.
Learning Through Relationship
Indigenous Education in SD5 supports student success through inclusive learning environments, cultural understanding, community partnerships, and pathways that empower students with dignity, purpose, and belonging.
The district works collaboratively with Indigenous communities, families, Elders, and education partners to create meaningful learning experiences that honour Indigenous perspectives and identities.
“We are committed to providing engaging, personalized educational experiences that nurture curiosity, celebrate diversity, and foster lifelong learning.”
Our Commitment
Student Success
Supporting Indigenous students academically, emotionally, socially, and culturally through responsive and inclusive educational opportunities.
Cultural Connection
Encouraging opportunities for students to learn, share, and take pride in Indigenous cultures, traditions, languages, and histories.
Belonging
Creating welcoming spaces where Indigenous students and families feel supported, valued, respected, and connected.
Community Partnerships
Working alongside Indigenous communities and organizations to strengthen educational pathways and shared learning experiences.
Land Acknowledgement
The footprint of School District No. 5 is fully contained within the Ktunaxa Nation, including the communities of ʔaq̓am and Yaq̓it ʔa·knuqⱡiʾit.
Supporting Students & Families
Indigenous Education Support Workers help students through relationship building, academic encouragement, cultural activities, family support, advocacy, and connections to community services.
SD5 continues to strengthen learning environments that support identity, well-being, achievement, and future opportunities for Indigenous learners.