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On September 19 RBC made a visit to us at Chief Payepot School to set up our students in grades 7 and up with bank accounts. The team of six were able to open 42 new accounts for students, sit down with an additional 14 students to answer questions about banking at their current bank as well as digital banking options as a whole. The team was able to do all of this in under 6

hours. The purpose behind the visit is to have all of the middle school and

highschool students have their monthly student allowance deposited directly into their bank accounts. October 1 we were able to hand out $40 to 45 students.

We would like to remind both students and families of students that in order for a student to qualify for the monthly student allowance, the student must have good attendance. Excused absences are not considered absent, so please call the office if you know your child will be away. The student must have no major incidents

reported as well as all assignments must be submitted to teachers.

Chris Chittick is a storm chaser. Tornadoes, blizzards, hurricanes and waterspouts are his office. His camera is his pen. Chris currently lives in

Regina, moving after he graduated from Central Michigan University with a degree in Business in 2004. In 1998 Chris went on to star in Discovery Channel’s “Storm Chasers”. We were honored to have him as a guest at the school on September 23 to share his story of how he got into photography. He shared some of his

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October 2019 Newsletter

The Tornado HuntersRBC Visits Piapot First Nation



experience in photo taking with our students,

and the results were amazing! The annual Tipi Raising Competition at the University of Regina was initiated in 2008 by the late Cultural & Traditional Advisor Glen Anaquod (1948 - 2011) from Muscowpetung First Nation. The Anaquod family has a history of participating in Tipi Raising Competitions held during Treaty 4 celebrations. It was Advisor Anaquod’s wish to involve the University campus community, students and staff in such competitions. The event provides a fun, friendly, and engaging environment for hands on learning about Indigenous culture and values. Celebrating the innovative

structure of the tipi, we also explore what the tipi has to teach us in terms of our values; such as tending to our homes and families, the importance of teamwork, listening and observation, styles of leadership, and our ability to persevere in the face of obstacles. Congratulations to our team that represented Chief Payepot School on coming in at 2nd

place! What a great job, Marcus Blacksioux, Tamia Lavallee, Rolanda Ironchild and Trinity

Crowe-Kaiswatum! Thanks to Joe Poitras and Chase Sayer for helping the group.“I went to the Mission for one school year in 1973/1974. I had just turned 6 years old. I lived with my grandmother on the Dog Creek reserve. We never had very much money, but somehow my granny managed to buy me a new outfit to go to the Mission school. I remember going to Robinson’s store and picking out a shiny orange shirt. It had string laced up in front and was so bright and exciting – just like I felt to be going to school! When I got to the Mission, they stripped me, and took away my clothes, including the orange shirt! I never wore it again. I didn’t understand why they wouldn’t give it back to me, it was mine! Orange has always reminded me of that and how my feelings didn’t matter, how no one cared and how I felt like I was worth nothing. All of us little children were crying, and no one cared.”

This is the story of Phyllis Webstad. It is her story as well as the story of many of our family’s histories. This annual event started on September 30, 2013. We are very thankful for the Health Centre for donating all the shirts as well as Renae Fourhorns from QBOW for donating the Taco in a Bag lunch for all staff and students. We celebrated the day with a round dance lead by Chase Sayer and the drummers.

Orange Shirt Day

Glen Anaquod Tipi Raising Competition



Every month our school recognizes our student’s successes by presenting students with awards for attendance and most improved students. We also announce birthdays for the month. This month we had

53 students ranging from grades K to 12 with perfect attendance.

Congratulations to those who were awarded with the most improved student award! One student from each grade earned that designation. Most of all happy birthday to all students who celebrated a birthday in September! 66% of our students voted

and the results are in! Congratulations to our new Jr. Chief, Shanikwa Noname and our new Jr. Councillors, Carson Sugar, Athena Sugar, Aaliyah Lavallee and Therien Ballantyne! We look forward

to being represented by this young group of leaders!

October 18 our grade 7 and 8 classes were invited to learn about astronomy at FNUC! It was a very exciting day for the students!We are excited to have the opportunity for some of our students to participate in the

Takoza Tipi Camp at CTK. A day at the camp consists of smudging, reflecting, hiking and

horse therapy. It is the belief that through guidance and action one’s mind, body, emotions and spirit, can find that space of healing and

comfort. This type of therapy helps with anxiety, depression, ADD/ADHD, grief and loss to name a few. The eleven students will be involved in a 7-week program.

October 1 Assembly FNUC Astronomy Trip

Piapot First Nation water bottles have arrived at the school! Each student received one to keep at school.

Equine (Horse) Therapy2019/2020 Jr. Chief and Council



The horse is an alter for prayer. Its hooves stand in four cardinal directions as East, South, West and North. Its ears point to the

heavens and the tail towards Mother Earth.

October 28-Grade ¾ Builder’s Club 3:15-4:15October 29–School Picture DayOctober 29-Family Literacy Night

4:30-6:00October 31–HalloweenNovember 1–No school

Staff MeetingNovember 4-Cree Class 3:30-4:30November 5-School Assembly 9amNovember 5–Skills Club 3:15-4:15November 8–First Nation’s Veteran’s Day

No schoolNovember 11–Remembrance Day

No schoolNovember 12–Skills Club 3:15-4:15November 18-Cree Class 3:30-4:30November 19–Skills Club 3:15-4:15November 25–Grade ¾ Builders Club 3:15-4:15November 25-Cree Class 3:30-4:30November 26-Skills Club 3:15-4:15November 27-Agribition Trip K-6November 28 & 29-

Parent Teacher Interviews3:45 to 6:45 pmOctober 3 marked the

presentation by Jerry and Jo-Ann Saddleback. The pair shared the Creation Story and other teachings to the high school students. We were very fortunate to be able to hear the teachings of such knowledgeable Elders.

Beyond our teaching staff, there are very important people who make our school function at the best capacity. We would like

to take the opportunity to thank those people now.

Thank you to Louie Woodhouse, Janice Crowe and Joan Kaiswatum for taking care of the school and ensuring all is running smoothly in our maintenance areas.

Also thank you to Patricia Coe for preparing both breakfast and lunch for students. Home cooked meals are the best!

Jamie Obey keeps us safe as our on-site security member. Thank you for making us feel safe and comfortable in our school.

And finally, to the amazing bus drivers who keep our children safe on the grid. Art Francis, Shawn Francis, Leslie Kaiswatum and

Lorne Desjarlais.On September 17 the school put on an information night on how to treat and prevent headlice. The night brought out a handful of families who were gifted a kit to help with the infestation of lice. We spoke as a group about ways to treat head lice quickly and effectively. Thank you to all of those who came out and supported the night. We have also sent home a flyer regarding head lice for those who missed the event. Thank you for the amazing door prizes provided by the

HAPPY 21ST WEDDING ANNIVERSARY TO

EDWARD AND ELAINE!

Huge Thanks

Creation Stories

Upcoming Dates to Remember

Head Lice Workshop



Health Centre and the delicious supper supplied by the school.

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