Class Introduction

CRJS 4937Senior

Seminar

August 2014Mair Greenfield, BCSL Officer

Biidaaban Youth Groups (BYG)

Offers homework help and fun activities to First Nation, Métis and Inuit youth at:

Silver Birches (Tuesday) from 2:50 to 4:30

Sunset Park Public School (Thursday) from 2:50 to 4:30

Accompanied by a Student Facilitator, Teacher Candidates prepare activities as a group prior to

the session

Student work with youth on Literacy and Numeracy and fun recreational games

• 5-6 Teacher Candidates for each group

Children’s Aid Society (CAS)

Teacher Candidates work one-on-one with youth on academic areas identified

by the youth and CAS

Accompanied by a Student Facilitator, Teacher Candidates prepare activities as a group,

prior to the session

Wednesdays from 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm (subject to change)

at the North Bay Children’s Aid Society

• 2-4 Teacher Candidates

This group offers tutoring and fun activities to students of any background, and age

Biidaaban Classroom Support (K-8)

These placements take place during regular school hours

Schools and students will work out schedules on an individual basisElementary Classroom Support - Alliance, Dr. MacDougall, E.T. Carmichael, E.W. Norman, J.W. Trusler, King George, Our Lady of Sorrows, Silver Birches, W.J. Fricker, Sunset Park & White Woods

High School Support - Chippewa, Widdifield, West Ferris, Scollard Hall, Northern & Nbisiing

• 2 Teacher Candidates at each school• 17 local schools

Resources Available for all Groups and Student Support

• Paper• Construction paper• Scissors• Glue• Markers• Pencils• Pencil crayons• Crayons• Paint markers• Acrylic paint• Canvas• Beads• Bracelet and necklace string  

Window stain glass sheets Rocks (empowerment pebble) Feathers Sparkles Stickers Stencils Blocks Literacy and numeracy Activity sheets Activity books Age appropriate books Puzzles Flash cards iPads

 

There are many Aboriginal culture based resources available to use.Contact the BCSL Office, to make arrangements to come have a look!

Why Community Service-Learning?

• A chance to explore the range of services available in the community

• Challenges your ability to adapt and respond to changing conditions

• Allows you to explore an area of interest that might not be available through other placements

• An opportunity to understand new avenues for applying your developing skills

What does CSL mean to University Students?

• job related experiences within your field

• Certificate training

• CSL certificate with Service- Learning hours listed

• Student Volunteer Awards

• Letters of reference

Expand your experience and CV’s with…

Expectations of this 12 Week Placement?

1. 15 min interview with BCSL Officesign up sheets outside the BCSL Office, F215

2. safeTALK training ($10 each) sign up in Student Services, B210

3. Attend Weekend TrainingSeptember 27 from 8:30 to 4:30, September 29 from 11:00 to 1:30

4. Attend your placement

5. Host the BYG Year End Celebration at Nipissing University (April 12,11-3 PM)

6. Complete Reflection Assignment for Faculty

7. Complete online survey

Do not miss class to attend expectations

Criminal Justice Volunteer Component

12 weeks/20-25 hours in total (hours will be tracked by you)

Oct. 20 – 24: Classes 5 (Biidaaban Week 1)Oct. 27 – 31: Classes 6 (Biidaaban Week 2)

Oct. 24 – Debriefing Session at 12:00 – 1:00 in the Treaty Learning CentreNov. 03 – 07: Classes 7 (Biidaaban Week 3)Dec. 01 – 05: Classes 8 (Biidaaban Week 4)

Dec. 05 – Debriefing Session at 12:30 – 1:30 in the Treaty Learning CentreDec. 08 – 12: Classes 9 (Biidaaban Week 5)Jan. 05 – 09: Classes 1 (Biidaaban Week 6)Jan. 12 – 16: Classes 2 (Biidaaban Week 7)Jan. 19 – 23: Classes 3 (Biidaaban Week 8)Jan. 26 – 30: Classes 4 (Biidaaban Week 9)

Mar. 30 – Apr. 03: Classes 6 (Apr. 03 Good Friday) (Biidaaban Week 10)Apr. 06 – 10: Classes 7 (Apr. 06 Easter Monday) (Biidaaban Week 11)

Apr. 10 – Debriefing Session at 12:30 – 1:30 in the Treaty Learning CentreApr. 12 – 11:00 - 3:00 PM - Biidaaban Year End Celebration at Nipissing University, Main

Cafeteria Apr. 13 – 17: Classes 8 (Biidaaban Week 12)

BCSL Office: Mair Greenfield or Keith MartinTelephone: (705) 474-3450 ext. 4586 E-mail:

mairg@nipissingu.caTelephone: (705) 474-3450 ext. 4684 E-mail:

keithm@nipissingu.ca

Other Volunteer Opportunities in the OAI

1. Welcome Pow Wow (September 12)2. Enji giigdoyang Speaker Series

3. Aboriginal Peer Mentorship Program4. Debwendizon Aboriginal Youth Education Gathering

Melanie Lanois, melaniel@nipissingu.ca

5. Wiidooktaadwin Aboriginal Mentorship Program6. Aboriginal Youth Leadership Conference (Fall & Spring)

Mair Greenfield, mairg@nipissingu.ca