Class Introduction Consecutive Education August 2014 Mair Greenfield, BCSL Officer

Biidaaban Youth Groups (BYG) Offers homework help and fun activities to First Nation, Métis and Inuit youth at: Silver Birches (Tuesday) from 2:50 to 4:30 Sunset Park Public School (Thursday) from 2:50 to 4:30 Nipissing University (Thursday) from 3:15 to 5:00 North Bay Indian Friendship Centre (all ages) (Monday) from 3:30-5:00 Accompanied by a Student Facilitator, Teacher Candidates prepare activities as a group prior to the session. Student work with youth on Literacy and Numeracy and fun recreational games 5-6 Teacher Candidates for each group

Children’s Aid Society (CAS) Teacher Candidates work one-on-one with youth on academic areas identified by the youth and CAS Accompanied by a Student Facilitator, Teacher Candidates prepare activities as a group, prior to the session Wednesdays from 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm (subject to change) at the North Bay Children’s Aid Society 2-4 Teacher Candidates This group offers tutoring and fun activities to students of any background, and age

Homework Assistance Club for Kids (HACK) Offers homework help and fun activities three nights per week, (usually; Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday) to children and youth of Nipissing First Nation. BCSL offers assistance for one of these evenings Accompanied by a Student Facilitator, and under the direction of a Site Supervisor, Teachers Candidates work with youth on Literacy and Numeracy and fun recreational games * Transportation is provided; travel time is approximately 40 minutes to Garden Village, Nipissing First Nation and 40 minutes return 4-5 Teacher Candidates

Biidaaban Classroom Support (K-12) These placements take place during regular school hours Schools and students will work out schedules on an individual basis Elementary Classroom Support - Alliance, Dr. MacDougall, E.T. Carmichael, E.W. Norman, J.W. Trusler, King George, Our Lady of Sorrows, Silver Birches, W.J. Fricker, Sunset Park & White Woods High School Support - Chippewa, Widdifield, West Ferris, Scollard Hall, Northern & Nbisiing 2 Teacher Candidates at each school 17 local schools

Resources Available for all Groups and Student Support Paper Construction paper Scissors Glue Markers Pencils Pencil crayons Crayons Paint markers Acrylic paint Canvas Beads Bracelet and necklace string  Window stain glass sheets  Rocks (empowerment pebble)  Feathers  Sparkles  Stickers  Stencils  Blocks  Literacy and numeracy  Activity sheets  Activity books  Age appropriate books  Puzzles  Flash cards  iPads There are many Aboriginal culture based resources available to use. Contact the BCSL Office, to make arrangements to come have a look!

Why Community Service-Learning? A chance to explore the range of services available in the community Challenges your ability to adapt and respond to changing conditions Allows you to explore an area of interest that might not be available through other placements An opportunity to understand new avenues for applying your developing skills

What does CSL mean to Teacher Candidates? job related experiences within your field Certificate training CSL certificate with Service- Learning hours listed Student Volunteer Awards Letters of reference Expand your experience and CV’s with…

Expectations of this 12 Week Placement? min interview with BCSL Officer, 1 hour BCSL Orientation sign up sheets outside the BCSL Office, A safeTALK training ($10 each) sign up in Student Services, B Attend Weekend Training September 27 from 8:30 to 4:30, September 28 from 11:00 to 1:30 4. Attend 3 (three)- 1 hour debriefing/reflection sessions October 24, December 5 & April Attend your placement 6. Host the BYG Year End Celebration at Nipissing University (April 12,11-3 PM) 7. Complete Reflection Assignment for Faculty 8. Complete online survey Do not miss class to attend expectations

Consecutive Education Teacher Candidates 12 weeks/40-50 hours in total (hours will be tracked by you) Programs run during weeks that you are in North Bay for class Oct. 20 – 24: Classes 5 (Biidaaban Week 1) Oct. 27 – 31: Classes 6 (Biidaaban Week 2) Oct. 24 – Debriefing Session at 12:00 – 1:00 in the Treaty Learning Centre Nov. 03 – 07: Classes 7 (Biidaaban Week 3) Dec. 01 – 05: Classes 8 (Biidaaban Week 4) Dec. 05 – Debriefing Session at 12:30 – 1:30 in the Treaty Learning Centre Dec. 08 – 12: Classes 9 (Biidaaban Week 5) Jan. 05 – 09: Classes 1 (Biidaaban Week 6) Jan. 12 – 16: Classes 2 (Biidaaban Week 7) Jan. 19 – 23: Classes 3 (Biidaaban Week 8) Jan. 26 – 30: Classes 4 (Biidaaban Week 9) Mar. 30 – Apr. 03: Classes 6 (Apr. 03 Good Friday) (Biidaaban Week 10) Apr. 06 – 10: Classes 7 (Apr. 06 Easter Monday) (Biidaaban Week 11) Apr. 10 – Debriefing Session at 12:30 – 1:30 in the Treaty Learning Centre Apr. 12 – 11:00 - 3:00 PM - Biidaaban Year End Celebration at Nipissing University, Main Cafeteria Apr. 13 – 17: Classes 8 (Biidaaban Week 12) BCSL Officer: Mair Greenfield Telephone: (705) ext