Tsleil-Waututh Nation siʔáḿθət (“si-om-thet”) School’s mission is to provide a culturally appropriate learning environment that nurtures the well-being of students, families and the community as a whole. We aim for our school community to become rich in teachings. Our program is anchored in the TWN laws of truth, family, culture and well-being. Land-based learning is practiced regularly with our classes spending considerable time doing outdoor experiential education (OEE) in their traditional territories.
Following best practices, our school has a strong focus on experiential learning. We aim to spark interest in our students and find their talents and gifts. Our community partnerships allow for unique opportunities for learning, weaving together nature and respect in a cohesive manner and providing space for conscious learning and hands-on experiential insights.
Tsleil-Waututh Nation siʔáḿθɘt School
In the news…
School Naming Ceremony
https://twnation.ca/twn-school-naming/
https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/tsleil-waututh-nation-school-given-traditional-name-in-first-nations
The following links and information will provide you with resources to share our learning program:
https://www.nsnews.com/local-news/land-based-learning-squamish-tsleil-waututh-6281661
https://www.nsnews.com/local-news/land-based-learning-squamish-tsleil-waututh-6281661
https://www.nsnews.com/local-news/tsleil-waututh-nation-protect-our-land-6216069
Academics
We offer academic programming for students in Junior Kindergarten to grade 12. Students who successfully complete our program are eligible for direct entrance into post-secondary education with either a Dogwood (Provincial) or Adult Dogwood diploma. Students participate in Sḵwx̱wú7mesh sníchim class, receiving credit for a second language. Our classes are taught using the innovative Where are your Keys methodology by the TWN Language Team. Opportunities for paid summer internships with the TWN language team are available for talented and enthusiastic high school language learners.
Philosophy
Following best practices, our school has a strong focus on experiential learning. Our partnerships allow for unique opportunities for learning, weaving together nature and respect in a cohesive manner and allowing for place-conscious learning and hands-on experiential insights. Our students participate in many projects and have many opportunities to learn within the Tsleil-Waututh Nation, specifically with our Treaty Lands and Resources department. Students approach knowledge acquisition through project modeling where applicable, and challenge themselves to be all they can be.
Registration
Returning Students
Application Form
New Registrations
Registration begins in January prior to each school year. Registration is open to all school-aged (under 19) youth. Once your application has been reviewed we will contact you.