Tuesday started with quite an energetic classroom, full of both new and returning students. Nearly 20 students joined in for the day's agenda of traditional ceremonies and activities to open up the term. The guest Elders told us stories from the grandfather teachings, the four medicines and directions, and the medicine wheel throughout the day.
Wanda sang traditional songs while beating her drum, and told us stories about the strawberry and other life lessons. Joseph later shared his stories of the 6 eagle feathers and 4 turtle rattles entrusted to him, and couldn't stress enough the importance of getting -- and maintaining! -- a useful education in life. Wednesday found all the students in the first classes: English in the morning and Math in the afternoon. Students also attended their first Self Direction, Self Management class on Thursday morning.
On Friday morning, Ronald shared his knowledge of the sacred medicine tobacco during the morning class. He showed us how he lays out items to the four directions with colour, medicine, and special rocks. We heard him play two different wooden flutes (which later led to an impromptu jam session with frogs and a drum, during the break) and he helped guide us on our own journeys through the music.
Hint for next week?
We're creating an important item for our own bundles...
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