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ASSAI

About Me, Certifications

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After School Sports and Arts Initiative (ASSAI)

Drum Making

Through my position working for SD73 I have had the opportunity to help Bernice Jensen run drum making sessions at three, soon to be four, different elementary schools in the district. ASSAI partners with the Kamloops Aboriginal Friendship Society to deliver the program. I have had the privilege of learning alongside students the protocols, history, drumming patterns, songs, and games that Mrs. Jensen shares in her workshops.

Deer hide tanned, dyed, and stretched over frames to dry.
Students painted their drums and used them for a final performance.
Hiking

In Autumn of 2024, I led a hiking group with grade 4/5 students. We talked about the local wildlife and vegetation as we hiked to our favourite tree, sometimes to have hot chocolate and snacks. I got to know a lot about the students in my session, as well as practice my proactive planning.

Bachelor of Arts

Certifications, Education

I was the first of my immediate family to earn a bachelor’s degree. My studies were concentrated in English and Creative Writing, though which I learned critical thinking and research skills that will benefit me for the rest of my life. Part of being a teacher is staying informed and sourcing credible media and current information, so my research background and analytical skills will be a good foundation to have as I enter the field of education.