CHIPPEWAS OF NAWASH UNCEDED FIRST NATION BOARD OF EDUCATION

Mission Statement

Our mission is to foster a nurturing and supportive learning environment that inspires dedication to lifelong learning, Anishinaabemowin and the values of mino bimaadiziwin.

Vision Statement

Building Anishinabek Success…Voices For Today and Tomorrow.

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Values: 7 Grandfather Teachings

1. Giiyaakwaadziwin – Honesty.
2. Dbaandendizwin – Humility.
3. Mshkode’ewin – Bravery.
4. Nbwaakaawin – Wisdom.
5. Minwaadendamowin – Respect.
6. Debwewin – Truth.
7. Zaagidwin – Love.

Overview

The Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation Board of Education (CNUFNBOE) was formed in December 1993 when Chief and Council transferred educational governance and administration of education programs and services to an elected board of Trustees. The original decision was ratified by a council resolution and is periodically confirmed by a Terms of Reference between council and the board. CNUFNBOE programs and services include:

1. Elementary (Kikendaasogamig Elementary School)
2. Secondary (Secondary Student Support Services)
3. Post Secondary (Nawash Post Secondary Assistance Program)
4. Child Care Centre (Nshiime Child and Family Centre)
5. Anishinaabemowin Program
6. Nawash Education Diversity Assistance Program

Board of Education
Elected Board of Trustees for the 2025 - 2027 Term

COUNCILLOR LIAISON

• Janine Manning  council.janine@nawash.ca

ALTERNATE COUNCILLOR LIAISON

• Jessica Keeshig-Martin  council.jessica@nawash.ca

TRUSTEES

• Kathy Jones  nawashed.trustee_kathy@gbtel.ca
• Amy Nadjiwon-Tobey   nawashed.trustee_nadjiwon-tobey@gbtel.ca
• Anthony Pedoniquotte   nawashed.trustee_anthony@gbtel.ca
• Chanice Johnston   nawashed.trustee_chanice@gbtel.ca
• Harmony Johnston   nawashed.trustee_harmony@gbtel.ca

TRUSTEE PORTFOLIOS

• Post Secondary – Vacant
• Nshiime Child and Family Care Centre – Chanice Johnston
• Secondary – Anthony Pedoniquotte
• Elementary – Amy Nadjiwon-Tobey
• Elementary Alternate – Anthony Pedoniquotte
• NEDAP – Harmony Johnston

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Board of Education Meetings

Board meetings are held on a monthly basis, or more often as needed. Special Board Meetings are held as needed. Attendees are encouraged to attend Board meetings virtually in order to practice safe physical distancing.

Band Member Requests

Band member requests are encouraged. Please inform our office if you have a Band Member Request by submitting your written request one-week prior to a scheduled Board Meeting.

NEDAP:

Call for Applications for the Nawash Education Diversity Assistance Program (NEDAP) is as follows: March 15-April 15; July 15-August 15; and November 15-December 15.

Note: Application submissions will be accepted at 12:00 AM on the first day of an application period, until 11:59 PM on the last day of that application period.

NPSAP:

The Call for Applications for the Nawash Post Secondary Assistance Program is as follows:

1. Fall-Winter: May 1st
2. Spring-Summer: March 1st