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23 Participating First Nations GatheringNovember 19, 2019
Opening PrayerElder Julie Ozawagosh
Ngo Dwe Waangizid AnishinaabeChief Dean Roy
Ngo Dwe Waangizid Anishinaabe
Debenjiged gii’saan Anishinaaben akiing giibi dgwon gaadenimnidoo waadiziwin.
Shkode, nibi, aki, noodin, giibi dgosdoonan wiinaagdowendmang maanpii shkagmigaang.
Debenjiged gii miinaan gechtwaa wendaagog Anishinaabenwaa naagdoonjin ninda niizhwaaswi kino maadwinan.
Ngo Dwe Waangizid Anishinaabe
Zaagidwin, Debwewin, Mnaadendmowin, Nbwaakaawin, Dbaadendiziwin, Gwe-kwaadziwin miinwa Aakedhewin
Debenjiged kiimiingona dedbinwe wi naagdowendiwin
Ka mnaadendanaa gaabi zhiwebag miinwaa nango megwaaezhwebag, miinwa geyaabi waa ni zhiwebag.
Welcoming RemarksCatherine Pawis
Chairperson, KEB Board of Directors
Review and Acceptance of AgendaCatherine Pawis
Chairperson, KEB Board of Directors
Agenda Items• Board and staff introductions• KEB updates• BREAK• Updates on the implementation of the Agreements• Finance updates• Open floor Q & A • LUNCH• Organizational Review• Education Service Agreements• BREAK• Relationship of the ANEA and the ANGA• Open floor Q & A
Board of Directors Introductions
Catherine PawisChairperson
REC 3
Wasauksing First Nation
Evelyn BallVice-Chairperson
REC 4
Chippewas of Rama First Nation
Dave ShawandaTreasurer
REC 2
Whitefish River First Nation
Vicki WareSecretary
REC 4
Aamjiwnaang First Nation
Greer Atkinson
REC 4
Chippewas of Georgina
Island First Nation
Phyllis Anderson
REC 3
Nipissing First Nation
Janice Cada
REC 2
Sheshegwaning First Nation
Marianna Couchie
REC 3
Nipissing First Nation
Sherry Dayfox
REC 2
Sheshegwaning First Nation
Judy Desmoulin
REC 1
Long Lake #58 First Nation
Tim Hardy
REC 1
Biinjitiwaabik Zaaging Anishinaabek
Lisa Michano-Courchene
REC 1
Biigtigong Nishnaabeg
KEB Staff Introductions
Marie ChalykoffAaniish Naa Gegii CoordinatorThe Aaniish Naa Gegii Coordinator works collaboratively with Participating First Nations and Laurentian University to ensure the effective implementation of the Aboriginal Chidren’s Health and Well-being Measure. In addition to providing coordination services, this position also manages the collection and use of well-being data to inform opportunities for programs and services.
Julian CoteInformation & Data Management OfficerThe Information & Data Management Officer is responsible for coordinating and managing information and data within the AES. This position also coordinates the implementation of the Student Information Management System, and the Data & Information Sharing Agreement with the Ontario Ministry of Education.
Andrea CrawfordA/Director of EducationResponsible for day-to-day operations of the AES and works with the Board of Directors to ensure the overall planning and performance of the AES. This position is critical to funding, implementation and reporting initiatives and for maintaining effective liaison with the Anishinabek First Nations and Provincial and Federal Government representatives with respect to education.
Communications and Operations ManagerThe Communications & Operations Manager is responsible for strategic and responsive communications, media relations, and marketing and promotions. The position also oversees technology infrastructure, human resources, operational management, advocacy and policy support, etc.
Tammy DesmoulinNiigaan Gdizhaami Fund CoordinatorResponsible for managing the administration of the Niigaan Gdizhaami Fund, and working closely with the Participating First Nations, and other eligible applicants of the Fund. This position supports the implementation of the Master Education Agreement and the Multi-Year Action Plan, as well as the strategic plan of the KEB.
Makenzie DokisCommunity Information Officer
This position provides administrative support to the communications department and assists with key research and planning.
Cindy FisherREC Coordinator (REC 1)Responsible to the PFNs that are members of the REC 1. The REC Coordinator works closely with the PFNs to address their regional education priorities and needs, regarding First Nations’ schools and Anishinabek students attending school on-reserve and off-reserve. The REC Coordinators are the liaisons between the RECs and the KEB.
Laurianne IserhoffFinance OfficerResponsible for providing financial, administrative and clerical services in order to ensure effective, efficient and accurate financial operations. The Finance Officer complies with the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and the KEB financial policies and procedures.
Sara JamiesonREC Coordinator (REC 4)Responsible to the PFNs that are members of the REC 4. The REC Coordinator works closely with the PFNs to address their regional education priorities and needs, regarding First Nations’ schools and Anishinabek students attending school on-reserve and off-reserve. The REC Coordinators are the liaisons between the RECs and the KEB.
Haley LarondeCommunications OfficerResponsible for supporting communications with the Anishinabek First Nations, Regional Education Councils, Local Education Authorities, education partners, government agencies, boards, provincial and national working groups, political bodies, other education stakeholders, and the media.
Tammy MoreauREC Coordinator (REC 2)Responsible to the PFNs that are members of the REC 2. The REC Coordinator works closely with the PFNs to address their regional education priorities and needs, regarding First Nations’ schools and Anishinabek students attending school on-reserve and off-reserve. The REC Coordinators are the liaisons between the RECs and the KEB.
Renee RestouleCulture, Programs and Standards ManagerResponsible for the strategic management of services and standards applicable to AES schools. the Cultural, Programs & Standards Manager works closely with the Regional Education Councils and the PFNs. This position ensures that programs reflect the priorities and needs of AES schools, the expectations of the PFNs and the standards of the Anishinabek Education System.
Claire ScanlanFinance ManagerThe Finance Manager conducts financial related activities, such as book-keeping, fiscal planning, asset management, payroll management, variance analysis, annual auditing, finance-related training, and human resources functions as they relate to finance.
Charles SerreInformation TechnologistThe Information Technologist provides hardware and software maintenance, training and consultation, and recommendations regarding planning and security for technology resources. The Information Technologist ensures efficient access to and implementation of technology services and resources for the Kinoomaadziwin Education Body.
Lisa WabegijigREC Coordinator (REC 3)Responsible to the PFNs that are members of the REC 3. The REC Coordinator works closely with the PFNs to address their regional education priorities and needs, regarding First Nations’ schools and Anishinabek students attending school on-reserve and off-reserve. The REC Coordinators are the liaisons between the RECs and the KEB.
Andrea WemigwansExecutive Administrative AssistantProvides support for the Director of Education and the Board of Directors by conducting executive level administrative responsibilities. This includes clerical support, reception, correspondence, travel management, scheduling, records management and other administrative support.
KEB UpdatesJune – December 2019
Recent Events
• Staff and Board Retreat – July 2019
• Nishnawbe Aski Nation visits KEB office – August 2019
• AN Elders and Youth Gathering – July 2019
• Ministry of Education visits KEB office – September 2019
• REC Fall Meetings – October 2019
• Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Assembly – November 2019
• Niigaan Gdizhaami Forum – February 2020
Internal Restructuring
• REC Coordinators• Finance team• MYAP support• Administrative support
Board of Directors Changes
• October 10, 2019 – KEB accepts resignation of Elaine Stewart.
• October 15, 2019 – REC 1 Chiefs, REC Representatives and Education Directors are notified of the vacancy and the call for a selection vote on November 19, 2019.
• October 17, 2019 – Board of Directors appoints Dave Shawana as the new Treasurer for the Executive council.
• New KEB Director for Pic Mobert to be elected on November 19, 2019.
KEB BOARD OF DIRECTORS – JULY 2019
Strategic PlanDirection #1 - Using our knowledge keepers to support fluency and understanding of Anishinabemowin to revitalize language and culture with learners.
1. Create resources for teachers to use in language and culture curriculum
2. Develop a system that acknowledges and rewards Anishinabemowin learners
3. Develop a strategy to encourage students to prioritize language fluency
Strategic Plan
1. Foster awareness of traditional Anishinaabe cultural practices among AES students (naming ceremonies, traditional hunting, seasonal ceremonies, fasting, vision quests, etc)
2. Create opportunities to celebrate Anishinaabe identity.
3. Develop curriculum that integrates Anishinaabe culture as foundational knowledge
Direction #2 - Supporting learners to recognize and embrace their individual gifts and teach them to use them on their journey through the education system.
Strategic PlanDirection #3 - Engaging Elders, knowledge keepers, community and students in creating enhanced curriculum to incorporate history, culture, arts in every subject area and to bridge traditional knowledge with the technological world.
1. Develop an AES technology strategy
2. Support a gathering of Elders and language speakers
3. Create an inventory of existing resources
4. Bring together Parties to strategize on curriculum
Strategic Plan
1. Develop AES graduation diploma
2. Create a strategy for AES certified language instructors
3. Develop an engagement strategy for the United Nations and other International education organizations
Direction #4 - Establishing the highest education standards for our learners to support local, national and international recognition and respect for the Anishinabek Education System.
Communications
Internal Communications
• Consistent, informative and positive staff meetings
• More information-sharing and engagement with REC Coordinators
• Mutual sharing between Board and staff, following Board and staff meetings
External Communications
• Regular on-site community visits to foster relationship-building with Education Directors, REC Representatives and citizens
• Consistent AES/KEB website updates
• Reliable delivery of KEB newsletter
Communications
Online Presence
• Scheduled social media posts• Facebook
• Link AES/KEB website to PFN websites
• Create KEB portals for the key members of the Regional Education Councils
Marketing and Promotion
• AES plaques in schools and communities
• Prepare promotional booths Anishinabek Nation events
• Develop brochures, information packages, etc.
KEB Chiefs Committee
Membership
REC 1
Chief Melvin Hardy
REC 2
Chief Dean Roy (Chair)
REC 3
Chief Barron King
REC 4
Chief Chris Plain
Recent Activity
• Membership confirmed
• Terms of Reference reviewed and amended
• Committee Meeting held on November 13
• Chairperson confirmed
• Ongoing communication via email
Implementation of the Anishinabek Nation Education AgreementEducation Implementation Plan
Six-Month Focus June – December 2019
• Education Implementation Plan • Delivery and access to primary, elementary and
secondary education
• Implementation of a student information system (PowerSchool) - data migration, module implementation, training, transition
• Establishment of the Kinoomaadziwin Education Body
• Transfer Payments
• Relationship between ANEA and ANGA
Six-Month Focus January – June 2020
• Education Implementation Plan • Delivery and access to primary, elementary and secondary
education• Implementation of a student information system (PowerSchool) –
enhanced training, AES standardized reports, advisory committee, support strategy
• Establishment of the Kinoomaadziwin Education Body• Transfer payments• Relationship between ANEA and ANGA – ratification of ANGA,
transition plan• Additional parties – increased communication, information
sessions, strategic plan for ratification, funding
Anishinabek Nation Education AgreementOther Activities
• Implementation and Operations Committee (IOC)• Meetings held in July, and September at the KEB head office.
Discussions centred on:• Post-secondary education funding• Education major capital• Additional parties• Technical working group• ANEA and ANGA harmonization• Education Transformation
• Next IOC meeting scheduled for early January 2020• Year One Implementation Report to be completed in December
2019
Master Education AgreementMulti-Year Action Plan
MYAP Overview
• In accordance with Part 10 of the Master Education Agreement, the Multi-Year Action Plan was developed to implement the commitments set out in the Agreement.
• The Multi-Year Action Plan sets out activities for a three-year period identifying key initiatives to support Anishinabek student success and well-being. The first Multi-Year Action Plan includes 17 projects to be implemented by the KEB, participating Anishinabek First Nations and Ontario.
Programs – Project 4
• Three Pilot Programs are currently in motion in eleven settings. For the initial three years of the AES, the participation in these pilots was invitational and based on the unique setting, demographic, and/or profile.
• The programs align with the MEA and will inform plans to promote programs and initiatives that support student success and well-being, over the next few years.
• The community, in partnership with KEB and Ontario staff will conduct an evaluation of each program and then we will ask -
Is this a program that could be offered through the KEB system menu to support the PFN’s in addressing student success and well-being?
Aaniish Naa Gegii
The Aboriginal Children’s Health and Well-being Measure is a culturally appropriate, and child-friendly tool used to gather data on the status of Indigenous children’s health and well-being. The information gathered from this can be used to inform program and service planning in Indigenous communities to meet children’s health needs.
There are currently five sites that will implement the program over 2019-2020 and 2020-2021. A project coordinator, the Regional Education Council Coordinators, and Laurentian University support communities in this work.
Mental Health Worker at Mnjikaning Kendaaswin School at Rama First Nation
“Learning As We Go” at Long Lake #58
This initiative is about building a successful school model with areas of focus being Literacy, Numeracy, Social Well-Being, and Attendance.
There is currently one site administering this pilot program.
Drumming at Migizi Miigwanan Schools
Programs – Project 2
The Niigaan Gdizhaami Fund
The objective of the Fund is to support and invest in community and joint projects and initiatives, that are locally-developed and that advance the objectives of the Master Education Agreement. There is an annual call for proposals.
The 2019/2020 NG Fund is supporting 23 projects, totalling $716,405.50. Administered by the KEB, these projects advance the objectives of the MEA among the Participating First Nations and School Boards.
What initiatives could we offer system-wide in future years?
Anishinaabemowin and Culture at Shawanosowe School
Numeracy at Shawanosowe School
Provocations Guided Numeracy Hands on Learning
Resources to Support Curriculum –From Regions 3 and 4
Programs
Curriculum Resources
Project 14
• There are currently many Anishinabek-developed resources available. KEB is undertaking a review of what materials might be beneficial to develop to support curriculum in the schools where our students attend in both systems. This includes e-learning resources and the e-learning teaching capacity in our communities.
Cultural Competency
Project 8
• Enhancing cultural competency in the schools where Anishinabek students attend, is a priority.
• A training module is nearing completion. A plan for site selection and piloting for 2020-2021 is in development with Regional Coordinators leading the way.
Committees, Working Groups, Collaborative Teams- Projects 1,5,6,10,16
These are joint tables with membership comprised of KEB and/or community representatives and Ministry of Education staff. Each table has a Terms of Reference and a workplan with deliverables that will support Anishinabek communities as well as the working relationship and understanding between the Participating First Nations and their partner school boards.
Joint Master Education Agreement Committee
Technical Table
Special Education Committee
Data, Research and Evaluation Committee
Student Transitions Working Group (time limited)
Education Services Agreement Working Group (was time limited, now completed)
Regional Education Coordinators and Indigenous Education Office Education Officers Team
Guidelines and Protocols –Projects 5,6,7,9,15,16
Product• Education Service Agreements
• Special Education Guideline
• Student Transitions Protocol
• Health and Social Services Inventory
• Accessing and Sharing Anishinabek First Nations’ Education Resources
• Communications Protocol
• Communications Plan
Target Date• Revisions - December 2019
• March 2020
• March 2020
• February 2020
• TBD
• April 2018
• November 2019
Data Sharing and Research –Projects 10,11,13• Ontario Education Numbers
• Data and Information Sharing Agreement
• Evaluation framework – MEA, MYAP, DISA
• Research Ethics Guideline
• Longitudinal Research
• Early Development Instrument
Financial Updates
Education Transformation Funding Enhancements
• New policy framework was recently implemented, that aims to improve the way Indigenous elementary and secondary education is funded in Canada.
• An interim funding approach was developed to support Indigenous education in the Ontario region.
• Comparable to the provincial funding model
• Supports unique circumstances of First Nations
• In June 2019, the KEB received notification that AES First Nations would be eligible for enhanced K-12 education funding, based on the interim funding approach.
Education Transformation Funding Enhancements
K-12
Supports:
• Kindergarten
• Language and Culture
• High-Cost Special Education
• Provincial Student Support
Total = $1,656,051
Post-Secondary Student Support Program
Supports:
• Tuition
• Books
• Travel Support
• Living Allowances
Total = $1,703,924
Education Transformation Funding Enhancements
• August and September KEB strikes ad hoc committee to review funding enhancement formulas, and to identify allocation recommendations for the KEB Board of Directors to consider.
• November 14 KEB received official confirmation of transfer arrangements for enhanced K-12 and PSE funding.
• December 2019 KEB anticipates the receipt of funds from Canada and will prepare enhancement allocation agreements for each PFN.
Reporting
Various reports of the Anishinabek Education System include:
• Education funding allocation
• Enhanced funding monies
• Niigaan Gdizhaami Fund
• Pilot Initiatives: • Enhanced Graduation Coach Approach
• Learning As We Go
• Aanish Naa Gegii
Reporting
10
10
21
PFN Education Funding Reports
Outstanding Surplus Balanced Deficit
Why?
• Deliverable of the Anishinabek Nation Education Fiscal Transfer Agreement and PFN Allocation Agreements
• Supports financial accountability of the Kinoomaadziwin Education Body
• Ensures uninterrupted delivery of transfer payments from Canada
• Supports the progress and evaluation of the Anishinabek Education System
Annual Student Count Submissions
What is needed?
• Elementary student numbers
• Secondary student numbers
• Post-secondary student numbers
When is it needed?
• November 15, 2019
What is it used for?
• Education funding formulas
• AES statistics
• Development of KEB data collection
• Delivery of programs and services
Contact Renee Restoule [email protected] | 705-845-3634
AES Student Count – Google Form Link
KEB Board of Directors Honorarium
Issues for decision:
1. Is the honourarium issued per meeting, or per day?
2. Should Board members be present for a minimum % of each meeting to receive honourarium?
3. Is honourarium to be issued for travel days?
In June 2019, the Participating First Nations approved a resolution that supports the distribution of an honourarium to KEB Board Directors. While the wording of the resolution is clear, several issues have been identified during the initial implementation of the Board compensation.Additional information is required to guide the KEB staff with the implementation of the honourarium for Board Directors.
Education Service AgreementsAnishinabek Nation Law and Provincial Law
Anishinabek Education Laws
• The Anishinabek Nations have made decisions and developed laws, policies, and guidelines that describe education for their students. This includes situations when they attend school on-reserve and off-reserve.
• Where there is a community school on-reserve, the First Nation may have a policy that states that student funding will be directed to this school.
• Where there is no community school, students usually attend a school that is off-reserve in a nearby village, town, or city.
Where a student (living on-reserve) is funded to attend school, is a First Nation community decision. First Nation education law comes before provincial law in this situation.
Anishinabek Education Laws –Off-Reserve SchoolsWhere a student lives on-reserve and attends school off-reserve, a business arrangement must be in place.
An Education Service Agreement (ESA) is a business arrangement. This is an agreement made between a First Nation and a school board.
**This is where the legislation created by the Ontario Ministry of Education applies.
Ministry of Education’s Reciprocal Education Approach (REA)
Ontario’s Education Act - Sections 185 and 188 have guided the arrangements between school boards and First Nations for many years.
Recent amendments to these sections and to the new regulation that guides the arrangements, are being referred to as the “Reciprocal Education Approach.”
REA
Four significant changes:
1. Written Notice
2. Base Fee applies to ESA and RESA scenarios
3. Registration of Eligible Entities
4. Clarification of additional fees that may be charged
**It is recommended that Education Service Agreements between school boards and First Nations are developed and maintained.
REA
Generally –
• REA does not affect individual First Nation student attendance laws and policies
• Changes to the working relationship between many First Nations and school boards will remain positive
• Fees are more predictable; additional fees are less arbitrary
• Managing the initial administrative burden of Written Notice is best determined by parties (PFNs and school boards)
• The amendments are generally positive and advantageous to First Nations
Education and GovernanceRelationship of the ANEA and the ANGA
Context• 25 years of development and negotiations for the Anishinabek Nation
Governance Agreement (ANGA) and the Anishinabek Nation Fiscal Agreement (ANFA).
• Anishinabek Nation Governance Agreement was completed and initialed in summer 2019.
• Restoration of Jurisdiction department is in final leg of promotion and community visits. Ratification will occur from February 1-29, 2020.
• KEB has been conducting complete reviews of the ANGA, the ANFA, the transition plan, and the communications strategy, in order to identify and prepare for impacts on the Anishinabek Education System.
Areas of ANGA that may impact the ANEA
• Definition of citizenship
• Repository of laws
• Delegation of law-making powers
• First Nation fiscal contributions (OSR)
• Ratification process
• Amendment process for the agreements
• Harmonization – duplication of services, functions and processes
Areas of ANFA that will impact the ANEFTA
• Authority and responsibility of the federal transfer payment
• Reporting and information-sharing
• Amalgamation of the fiscal agreements
• Reporting First Nation fiscal contributions (OSR)
• Moratorium on OSR
Communications
• Communication to date has not presented an accurate picture of the effects of governance on education.
• 23 PFNs are not included as key audiences in existing communication material developed by the Anishinabek Nation.
• KEB is working to develop accurate materials for sharing with the PFNS.
• KEB will work closely with ROJ to ensure that communications leading up to the February ratification are more accurate, and representative of AES communities.
Next Steps and Options
• Ensure that AES membership understands the impacts of the ANGA and the ANFA on the Anishinabek Education System.
• Engage political support through the KEB Board of Directors and the KEB Chiefs Committee.
• Continue to work with the Anishinabek Nation to address uncertainties and concerns.
• Develop communications for PFN sharing.
• Raise concerns and issues with Canada at the Implementation and Operations Committee
