ECSD Elementary Summer Summit 2026: September Starts Here Join us on August 28 for a day of learning, collaboration, and inspiration designed to help you start the school year strong! Choose from over 25 sessions featuring classroom-ready resources, practical strategies, and ready-to-use lessons across literacy, mathematics, science, social studies, assessment, inclusion, faith permeation, and wellness. Whether you’re exploring the new Grades 4–6 Social Studies curriculum, discovering Dynamic Math, or looking for fresh ideas to support every learner, you’ll leave confident, energized, and September ready!
This K to 3 Social Studies professional learning session will introduce teachers to foundational Métis perspectives through exploration of key cultural symbols such as the Red River cart and Métis sash, the beauty of the Michif language, and traditional Métis ways of living including farming, hunting, trapping, buffalo hunting, river-lot systems, and living off the land. Teachers will also learn about historical Métis communities and the significance of Métis Settlements as self-governing communities that continue to support Métis culture and identity. Teacher Take Aways.
A clear understanding of Métis symbols and how they reflect identity and worldview
Strategies for integrating Michif language and Métis place-based knowledge
Confidence in addressing curriculum outcomes connected to Métis perspectives
Explore Printable and digital resources for immediate classroom use
