Edmonton Public School Board honours Indigenous graduates

By Regan Treewater, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Alberta Native News A high school graduation is a truly magical time, full of hope, inspiration, and forward-gazing dreams. Even the most cynical of young people cannot deny the intoxicating atmosphere of endless possibilities. Achieving this milestone might not be as cheesy as depicted in classic teen-movies, but this really is a moment in life that signifies so much more than just completing high school; it is a right of passage. Edmonton Public Schools has begun an annual tribute to First Nations, Inuit, and Métis graduates. Clarice Anderson, EPSB’s Supervisor of Curriculum and Learning Supports, told Alberta Native News that this initiative, which showcases a work of art dedicated to First Nations, Inuit, and Métis graduates, not only celebrates their accomplishments but supports…

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