Educating Our Educators (March 2011) - Algoma District School Board

5. In most Aboriginal cultures, the well-being and survival of the group significantly influenced alldecisions. Sharing and cooperation became significant values. Wealth was not generally measuredin terms of possessions, but through good health, good relationships, and spiritual and mental well-being.6. Aboriginal peoples today live quite differently than they did before the arrival of the Europeans.7. There was considerable movement of people over time for many reasons. It is important to understandthe reasons for this migration to appreciate the diversity among Canada's Aboriginal peoples.Spanish Public School Students – Field Trip to Stockwater BayEnsuring Success for Our Aboriginal StudentsAlgoma District School Board supports the Ministry of Education goals for all students:High level of student achievement build capacity for effective teaching, assessment and evaluation promote system effectiveness, transparency and responsivenessReduce gaps in student achievement enhance support to improve literacy and numeracy skills provide additional support in a variety of areas to reduce gaps in student outcomesHigh levels of public confidence Build educational leadership capacity and coordinationEducating Our Educators – Educating Our Aboriginal StudentsRevised March 201110