Literacy is our primary focus here at St. Theresa School. We have been making great strides with the literacy skills of our students, and plan on continuing this trend.
Below are some of the many activities and strategies we have been working on to improve
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Our Cree instructors dedicate themselves to ensuring our students have ample opportunity to learn the Cree language in meaningful and engaging ways. The instructors follow the Alberta Education Cree Language Program of Studies and incorporate local language and culture in the program as much as possible. They infuse many of our literacy initiatives into their teaching as well.
On the first Friday of each month, our school hosts its monthly assembly online through Zoom for all students. Each month the following topics (among others) are covered:
Our teachers work hard to provide our students with a quality physical education program. The aim of the program is to enable individuals to develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to lead an active, healthy lifestyle.
They: