One of two educational books recently launched by the PAGC. (Submitted photo)

By paNOW Staff

educational vision

PAGC launches books to help decolonize education, honour Indigenous knowledge

Oct 28, 2024 | 1:41 PM

The Prince Albert Grand Council (PAGC) is supporting Indigenous-centred education in its communities with the launch of two books designed to empower educators and students with tools that reflect Indigenous histories, languages and cultural practices.

Myths and Legends of the Woodland Cree and PAGC: Fulfilling the Vision of Treaty Rights were presented at the PAGC’s annual assembly at the Prince Albert Exhibition Centre. They were developed by the council’s education department to aid in decolonizing education and preserving Indigenous knowledge systems.

“These books will lay a foundation for students and educators to foster cultural pride and ensure our stories and teachings are passed down to future generations,” said Grand Chief Brian Hardlotte.

In a press release, the PAGC said the latest releases are part of its broader educational vision, which encourages incorporating land-based learning, bilingual education and community involvement ‘to create meaningful and inclusive classrooms.’

“By including Elders and Knowledge Keepers in curriculum development and decision-making, PAGC ensures that Indigenous wisdom is at the heart of student learning,” the release read.

HIDDEN STRUGGLES

'It's very invisible': N.B. lights up to raise awareness for Developmental Language Disorder

57m ago

five prospects compete

Harvey captains Alberta to WHL Cup, Cripps named B.C. Top Performer

1h ago

Public safety

Teenage boy injured after home invasion in Debden

1h ago

Additional titles by PAGC’s Education Department include 30 Years of Fine Arts, A Horse for Pansy and Telling the Truth, which feature content in Cree, Dene and Dakota highlighting the PAGC’s dedication to revitalizing Indigenous languages and making those languages central to education.

—

panews@pattisonmedia.com