ENGLISH FIRST PEOPLES LITERARY STUDIES AND WRITING 10

Grad Req’t:Indigenous Focus; Language Arts 10

Prerequisite: English 9. 

English First Peoples 10 studies and celebrates the traditional and contemporary cultures, artistic expression, literature, and oral histories of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit. First Peoples texts and voices are powerful, evocative, and essential to building relationships and fostering justice. Since texts are socially, culturally, and historically constructed, First Peoples stories (written, performed, and cross-disciplinary) provide insight into key aspects of Canada’s colonial past, present, and future. Through exploration of story, students deepen their understanding of identity, others, and the world.
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Since 1996, West Point Grey Academy has gratefully resided on the Jericho Lands, the unceded traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam Indian Band), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) Nation and sə̓lílwətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nation. Honoured to learn and play on these beautiful lands, we endeavour to be a leader in Indigenous education. In creating shared understanding and opportunities, we hope to help foster a more equitable society for all.

West Point Grey Academy

4125 West 8th Avenue
Vancouver, B.C., V6R 4P9
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