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  • School Philosophy

    School Philosophy

    amiskwaciy Academy was designed to offer exciting enrichment programming for junior high and high school students in a respectful, safe environment. At amiskwaciy, we recognize that all beings are connected and our teaching styles and learning opportunities reflect this belief. Our Elder’s teachings, our community partners, family involvement and a committed teaching staff provide a holistic learning environment.

    We believe at amiskwaciy Academy that our school philosophy is demonstrated best through our harmonious communal approach to learning.

    amiskwaciy Academy offers exciting programming in a respectful, safe environment for Grades 7 to 12. We take a communal approach to learning, community partners, families and committed teaching staff providing a holistic learning environment.

    Our students come from across Edmonton and surrounding areas as well as from First Nations communities and Métis settlements throughout Western Canada and the Northwest Territories. Most are First Nations, Métis or Inuit but we welcome students of all cultures. We teach the Medicine Wheel and in addition to our academic programming, offer CTS programs such as Cosmetology, Construction Technology, Foods and Fashion Studies. Through our community partnerships we provide hot breakfast and lunch programs, family support and the University of Alberta Community Service-Learning program.

    We believe:
    • That all beings are connected
    • That partnerships with post-secondary, businesses and community agencies are essential to support our youth academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually
    • Our students are able to accomplish and succeed at amiskwaciy
     

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  • COACHING SUPPORT AND OPPORTUNITIES

    COACHING SUPPORT AND OPPORTUNITIES

    To help our school build a strong athletics program and promote school spirit, we continue to value the support from our parents/guardians and community members. We know that there is a vast coaching expertise in the school and greater community and we hope to have many volunteer coaches assist us in making our athletics program a success. 

    Interested in helping out at amiskwaciy Academy this year?  If so, please contact us at morgan.gahler@epsb.ca. Please note the Requirements for Registration and Records Checks for our volunteer coaches. Volunteers who work with our athletic teams are required to complete the following forms:

    Volunteer Registration Form
    Police Information Check Application
    Volunteer Driver Declaration‌ (only if you might be driving our students)

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  • Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities

    Our Path …. Our Life …. Our Spirit 

    This vision of amiskwaciy Academy is to honour the Aboriginal community and reflect its cultures, values, ancestral knowledge and traditions in achieving excellence in education.

    amiskwaciy Academy will provide a meaningful and balanced curriculum, bringing together the uniqueness of Aboriginal cultures, knowledge and languages in a positive and quality educational setting.

    • Afternoon with Aunties (Women's Teachings)
    • Art Club with beadwork and crafts
    • Powwow Practice  with drum and rattle making
    • Fiddling with Gary Lee
    • Culture Camp
    • Leadership Club

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  • Program

    Program

    Grades 7, 8, & 9

    Amiskwaciy Academy is a cultural enrichment program guided by our Cree and Metis Knowledge Keepers. We offer several programs that provide additional support to all students within our academic programming who have unique needs. Students are given the tools and supports needed to be successful learners and responsible citizens in our communities.

    We expect the best from our students and help them set realistic achievable goals. It is our belief that education is about helping students making a strong connection with who they are: physically, emotionally, spiritually, and mentally. This is what makes amiskwaciy Academy and its junior high programming unique. Come see what we can do for you.

    Options

    • Computers and Technology
    • Cree Language Studies - coming soon
    • Fine Arts
    • Foods
    • Building Construction
    • Aboriginal Studies

    Grades 10-12

    amiskwaciy Academy is a cultural enrichment program guided by our Cree and Metis Knowledge Keepers. We offer several programs that provide additional support to all students within our academic programming who have unique needs. Students are given the tools and supports needed to be successful learners and responsible citizens in our communities.

    We expect the best from our students and help them set realistic achievable goals. It is our belief that education is about helping students making a strong connection with who they are: physically, emotionally, spiritually, and mentally. This is what make amiskwaciy and its Grade 10-12 programming unique. Come see what we can do for you.

    Check out our 2026-27 High School Course Guide to find out more information

    English Curriculum

    Two course sequences:
    a) English 10-1, 20-1, 30-1,
    b) English 10-2, 20-2, and 30-2

    Social Studies
    Two course, sequences:
    a) Social Studies 10-1, 20-1, and 30-1
    b) Social Studies 10-2, 20-2, and 30-2

    Mathematics
    Three course sequences:
    a) Math 10-C, 20-1, and 30-1
    b) Math 10-C, 20-2, and 30-2
    c) Math 10-3, 20-3, and 30-3

    Science
    Various sequences:
    Science 10, 14, 24, 20, 30
    Biology 20, 30

    Physical Education
    Physical Education 10, 20, and 30

    Grades 10-12 Options

    • Cree Language and Culture
    • Aboriginal Studies
    • Leadership
    • Construction
    • Computer Science
    • Photography
    • Physical Education
    • Fine Arts
    • Foods

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Open House

Find out if amiskwaciy Academy in the right place for you next year.

 

February 12, 2026

3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

101 Airport Road NW, Edmonton

 

Come see what our school has to offer, enjoy some food and activities.

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