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Indigenous Languages

Revitalizing Language, Strengthening Identity

SNPSS is proud to offer courses in Indigenous languages such as Mohawk, Cayuga, and introductory Ojibwe. These classes support language revitalization efforts and help students connect with culture, identity, and community. For Indigenous students, it’s a chance to reclaim and strengthen ancestral knowledge; for all students, it’s an opportunity to learn with respect and understanding.

Indigenous Languages courses offered at SNP Secondary School:

  • Grade 9: LMNAO, LNAAO, LNOAO
  • Grade 10: LMNBO, LNABO
  • Grade 11: LNMCO, LNACO
  • Grade 12:LNMDO/EO, LNADO/EO

Full course descriptions and prerequisite information is available in the Ontario Curriculum document (Indigenous Language courses begin on page 101).

Rooted in revitalization and identity, students learn and speak languages like Mohawk, Cayuga and Ojibwe. Language learning strengthens cultural pride and connection to community.

FAQs

Yes, all students are welcome to learn and appreciate Indigenous languages. At SNP Secondary School, students are required to take at least one Indigenous language course: Mohawk, Cayuga, or Ojibwe to graduate. After that, upper-year language courses are available as electives for anyone interested.

No, students learn to speak, listen, read, and write in the language. While speaking is important, reading and writing are also taught to support language learning and revitalization.

Indigenous Language classes are taught through a mix of speaking and listening activities like conversation, storytelling, and songs, as well as reading and writing exercises. Students build their language skills while also exploring the cultural context, values, and traditions connected to the language.

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