Elementary School
About Us
Kitiganik School: Primary on reserve in the midst of beautiful le parc de la Verendrye, traditional territory of Mitchikanibikok Inik, Anishinabeg of Barriere Lake. Instruction in English & Anishhinabe.
Vision
Its purpose is to serve the Anishinabek of Barriere Lake and to empower us to take control of our own education system as well as to protect our language, culture, and traditional pursuits.
Welcome Message from School Principal
Primary: Pakiginekizin
From HeadStart (age 3) to Cycle Three (Grade Six), named Pakiginekizin (First Steps Moccasin).
Secondary: Migizi
From Secondary One to five, all our students are in nearby rural towns and or cities completing their secondary.
Facilities
Cafeteria, Library, 2 computer labs, SMART Boards, Gymnasium, Baseball Diamond, Track & Field, and Rink. We just opened our new Shop!
Programs and Services
Headstart Program
The program is educating young students in numbers, letters, colors, shapes, and interactive activities, all taught in the Algonquin Language. Cultural activities are implemented to captivate our young students.
Anishinabe Class
Our land is our cultural university; the program is designed to maintain and preserve our Anishinabe Language.
Sensory Room
The doors to the sensory room opened 2024, a specially designed space intended to assist students in taking a break and regaining their physical and emotional balance away from the classroom. It can be used for activities that can help deescalate emotions or anxiety.
Breakfast Program
Student Services
We are aware that students benefit from services dedicated to ensuring their success. Our Department of Student Services provides financial academic, vocational and social counseling, as well as career resources. Other services include student housing, the boarding home program, medical and health services, recreation and cultural programs, food services, student discipline, and student records.
Contact Us
Anida Decoursay, Director of Education
Christine Ratt, Secretary
Working Hours
Mon - Fri: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Kitiganik School at Rapid Lake
Phone
Fax
(819) 435-4011
Principal
Name
Becky Tolley
Title
Principal
Name
Becky Tolley
Title
Principal
E-Mail