CSB Check-In

Hello, everyone! Welcome back to the CSB Check-In! I'm Nick Wapachee, and we're thrilled to be back on-air for our 17th episode! Today's show is packed with exciting and informative segments that are sure to keep you engaged. We have something for everyone – community members, students, and parents alike. So, let's dive right in!

The first part of our show is called "Did You Know?", we will be sharing information about the Cree School Board. Get ready to discover some interesting facts!

Next up, we'll bring you the latest newsletter as a teaser. Stay updated on the stories that happened in our schools and communities.

March is Cree language month in Eeyou/Eenou Istchee. We are all encouraged to speak, read and learn to write in Cree. The Cree Language Commission is inviting people to participate in weekly activities promoting Cree Language this month.

At the Cree School Board, we honour this month and dedicate it to all the Elders who took part in The Iyiyiuwayihtimuwin / Iinuuweyhtamuwin – Elder and Traditional Knowledge Keeper Teachings Video Project. It's a beautiful tribute to the wisdom they've shared with us over the years.

You’ll hear teachings from Clymie Blackned Weistche from Waskaganish, Daniel and Mary Bosum from Ouje-Bougoumou, Lucy and Samson Petagumskum from Whapmagoostui, and Winnie Gull Saganash from Waswanipi who will share teachings to us.

And finally, if you or someone you know is looking for job opportunities, we have great news! There are many jobs available at the CSB, and we'll be sharing all the details.

Stay with us as we embark on this journey together. I'm Nick Wapachee, your guide through the world of Cree education. Let's dive in!

Hello, everyone! Welcome back to the CSB Check-In! I'm Nick Wapachee, and we're thrilled to be back on-air for our 16th episode! Today's show is packed with exciting and informative segments that are sure to keep you engaged. We have something for everyone – community members, students, and parents alike. So, let's dive right in!

The first part of our show is called "Did You Know?", we will be sharing information about the Cree School Board. Get ready to discover some interesting facts!

Next up, we'll bring you the latest newsletter as a teaser. Stay updated on the stories that happened in our schools and communities.

We have halfway through the year, and we have the Cree Language Mentorship Initiative still running in our schools. This was played previously but let this message be a reminder. Enjoy a hot cup of coffee or tea because this is something you won’t want to miss.

Chairperson Elections are just around the corner, I’ll share a few important information for you to know about the process  needed to elect a chairperson.  

Calling all aspiring students! Stay tuned for exciting news about the Sabtuan programs, and the Post-Secondary Student Services deadline as well. Opportunities are endless!

Our elders are a wealth of knowledge and wisdom, and we'll be showcasing their voices and experiences through the Elders Video Project. It's a beautiful tribute to the wisdom they've shared with us over the years.

And finally, if you or someone you know is looking for job opportunities, we have great news! There are many jobs available at the CSB,and we'll be sharing all the details.

Stay with us as we embark on this journey together. I'm Nick Wapachee, your guide through the world of Cree education.

Let's dive in!

Hello, everyone! Welcome back to the CSB Check-In! I'm Nick Wapachee, and we're thrilled to be back on-air for our 15th episode! Today's show is packed with exciting and informative segments that are sure to keep you engaged. We have something for everyone – community members, students, and parents alike. So, let's dive right in!

The first part of our show is called "Did You Know?", we will be sharing information about the Cree School Board. Get ready to discover some interesting facts!

Next up, we'll bring you the latest newsletter as a teaser. Stay updated on the stories that happened in our schools and communities.

We have halfway through the year, and we have the Chairperson of the Cree School Board sharing a message to students and a couple of updates! Enjoy a hot cup of coffee or tea because this is something you won’t want to miss.

Education took centre stage at Education Symposium, we have snippets of the Director General and Chairperson who spoke to the pedagogical staff.

Calling all aspiring students! Stay tuned for exciting news about the Sabtuan programs, and the Post-Secondary Student Services deadline as well. Opportunities are endless!

Our elders are a wealth of knowledge and wisdom, and we'll be showcasing their voices and experiences through the Elders Video Project. It's a beautiful tribute to the wisdom they've shared with us over the years.

And finally, if you or someone you know is looking for job opportunities, we have great news! There are many jobs available at the CSB, and we'll be sharing all the details.

Stay with us as we embark on this journey together. I'm Nick Wapachee, your guide through the world of Cree education. Let's dive in!

Greetings, everyone! Welcome back to the CSB Check-In! I'm your host, Nick Wapachee, and we're absolutely thrilled to be back on the airwaves for our 14th episode. We've got an incredible lineup today, jam-packed with engaging and enlightening segments that cater to everyone in our community – be it our community members, students, or parents. So, without further ado, let's dive right in!

Our show kicks off with "Did You Know?", where we'll be unraveling fascinating insights about the Cree School Board. Prepare to be amazed by some intriguing facts that'll broaden your understanding!

Up next, we'll bring you the latest newsletter release, ensuring you stay in the loop on the compelling stories unfolding in our schools and communities.

With the arrival of fall, we're brewing up something special – the new Cree Language Mentorship Initiative. So grab your favorite hot beverage, because this is an opportunity you won't want to miss.

Education takes the spotlight as we delve into an upcoming Education Symposium, where groundbreaking ideas and strategies for academic excellence will be shared with our pedagogical staff. This event promises to be a valuable resource for all our dedicated teaching professionals.

Attention all aspiring students! Stay tuned for exciting updates on the Sabtuan programs and the Post-Secondary Student Services deadline. The world of opportunities awaits!

Our elders are a treasure of wisdom and experience, and we'll be shining a spotlight on their voices and stories through the Elders Video Project. It's a heartfelt tribute to the invaluable wisdom they've shared with us over the years.

And last but not least, if you or someone you know is on the lookout for job opportunities, we've got fantastic news! The CSB has a multitude of job openings, and we'll be sharing all the essential details.

So, settle in, relax, and stay tuned for an enriching show. The CSB Check-In is all about fostering connections and keeping our community well-informed. Let's ensure this episode becomes an unforgettable one!

Welcome back to the CSB Check-In! I'm Nick Wapachee, and we're thrilled to be back on-air for our 13th episode! Today's show is packed with exciting and informative segments that are sure to keep you engaged. We have something for everyone – community members, students, and parents alike. So, let's dive right in!

The first part of our show is called "Did You Know?", we will be sharing information about the Cree School Board. Get ready to discover some interesting facts!

Next up, we'll bring you the latest newsletter release. Stay updated on the stories that happened in our schools and communities.

Fall is just around the corner, and we have the new 2021-2026 Strategic Action Plan! Enjoy a hot cup of coffee or tea because this is something you won’t want to miss.

You’ve voted and we listened. The Commissioners Elections happened in Eastmain, Mistissini, and Waswanipi, the results are in! We've got all the latest updates on this.

Calling all aspiring Cree students! Stay tuned for exciting news about the Sabtuan programs, and the Post-Secondary Student Services deadline as well. Opportunities are endless!

Our elders are a wealth of knowledge and wisdom, and we'll be showcasing their voices and experiences through the Elders Video Project. It's a beautiful tribute to the wisdom they've shared with us over the years.

And finally, if you or someone you know is looking for job opportunities, we have great news! There are many jobs available at the CSB, and we'll be sharing all the details.

So, sit back, and stay tuned for an informative show. The CSB Check-In is all about keeping our community connected and informed. Let's make this episode one to remember!

Welcome to the CSB Check-In, your monthly dose of community connection and informative insights! Hosted by the lively Nick Wapachee, this podcast is all about keeping you updated on everything happening within the Cree School Board and its schools.

From sharing facts about the CSB in 'Did You Know?' to bringing you the latest Council Highlights and a special Summer Message, the show offers something for everyone – community members, students, and parents alike.

Join us as we follow the adventures of Jonathan Blueboy, explore exciting SRVTC programs, and pay tribute to the wisdom of our elders through the Elders Video Project. Plus, if you're on the lookout for job opportunities, we've got you covered!

So sit back, relax, and tune in for an engaging podcast, connecting us all together as we celebrate community and Eeyou education.

In this episode, you will hear a segment called “Did You Know?”, where we share insights and information about the Cree School Board, you will also hear about the Council Highlights, Mozaik Re-Registration, PSSS Conference, Elders Video Project, and we have many jobs at the CSB!

In this episode, you will hear a segment called “Did You Know?”, where we share insights and information about the Cree School Board, you will also hear about the Council Highlights, Teacher Training Programs, Iyeskuwiiu Program, Launch of the Elders Video Project, Mozaik Re-Registration, PSSS Conference, and we have many jobs at the CSB!

In this episode, you can learn more about the Cree School Board through the "Did You Know?" segment, other parts of the show includes information about the Council Highlights, Teacher Training Program, Sneak Peek of Elders Video Project, Bully Free Program Design Contest, PSSS Conference, an update on the 4th Regional General Assembly Community Tour, and the many jobs available at the CSB.

In this episode, you will hear a segment called “did you know?”, where we share insights and information about the Cree School Board, you will also hear about the Council Highlights, PSSS Conference dates, Bully Free Program Design Contest, Iyeskuwiiu Applications, an update of the 4th Regional General Assembly Community Tour, and the new Applicant Tracking System (ATS) for candidates, we have many jobs at the CSB!

In this special episode, we hear speakers from the Special Needs Symposium that happened on November 29 to December 1, 2022 in Gatineau, QC. Speakers include Chairperson Dr. Sarah Pash, Director General Caroline Mark, Chairperson Bertie Wapachee, Grand Chief Mandy Gull-Masty, and a special speaker from New Zealand Jolene Stockman. 

The sound quality for this episode may differ, we apologize for the inconvenience. 

In this episode, we are adding a section in our show called “did you know?”, where we share insights and information about the Cree School Board, you will also hear about the Regional General Assembly and the rescheduled dates, Amanda Gunner-Quinn will join us to talk about the workshops being held at the Special Needs Symposium, we will talk about Sabtuan’s Driving Class 2 – Buses/Trucks that will be held in Mistissini, Christina Kitty will talk about the Bully Free Program and an upcoming design contest, I’ll read through the Bully Free Program document briefly, our department designed our 2020-2021 annual report and I’ll read some information from it, we have jobs at the CSB and more!

In this episode, we will talk about the 4th Regional General Assembly, which was held in Chisasibi, Wemindji, Eastmain, Waskaganish, Nemaska, and Mistissini. We visited the majority of the communities, but we plan to return to Whapmagoostui, Ouje-Bougoumou, and Waswanipi soon! Dr. Sarah Pash, Chairperson, will speak about the Dialogue and Luncheon, and Caroline Mark, Director General, will speak about the Regional General Assembly Community Tour. There will also be speeches from the Deputy Director Generals and a brief presentation of our Strategic Action Plan and a new department called Eeyou Ihtuun.

Here's our fourth episode! We talk about the Council Highlights. The Director General announces the upcoming 4th Regional General Assembly, which will be a Community Tour in Eeyou Istchee. You'll also hear a message from Chairpersons of the Cree School Board and Cree Board of Health and Social Services of James Bay encouraging Cree graduates and students to further their education and work with the organizations. Catherine Rutherford talks about the upcoming Special Needs Symposium to be held in Gatineau, QC, on November 29 to December 1, 2022. Juanita Gull completed her training in the Continuous Learning Journey from the Cree School Board and shared her recent trip to an AFN conference in Toronto. Finally, Azure Robertson is recruiting a Youth Artist Assistant for the Mikw Chiyam Program. Listen to the episode today!

Here's our third episode! We are back to school, and graduation ceremonies are happening! We talk about what parents can do to have a successful school year for their children, Graduation Dates announced, Graduation Data presented, Digital Learning Updates, the announcement of the NIMUTAN Portal, and post-secondary funding deadlines, the Sabtuan Adult Education Services announcing their new programs for 2022-2023, and the Regional General Assembly Community Tour coming soon! Listen to the episode today!

The CSB Check-In Radio Show will be hosted by Nick Wapachee. In this second episode, he talks about the Council Highlights, the Work-Oriented Training Program Graduates, Continuous Learning Journey Graduates, Vocational teaching in your schools, Mozaik Registration Results, Commissioners Elections, and Community Engagement in Mistissini.

In this first episode, I’ll talk about the Council Highlights, the Eeyou Iihtuwin department, Iyeskuwiiu program, Mozaik, post-secondary studies, snippets of our newsletter and our new coordinator of community engagement will talk about their position and things they will do for the communities.