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February 13, 2012

News Release - Chief Alphonse Visits Quamichan Middle School

On Wednesday February 15^th Chief Alphonse, the elected leader of Cowichan Tribes, will enjoy a tour of Quamichan Middle School before he addresses the Quamichan Grade 7 students and Grade 6 students from Alexander Elementary, immediately followed by an address to the Grades 8 and 9 students. The staff and students of the school have been working very hard to create a strong vibrant school community and this is an exciting opportunity for them to share the great work being done. Quamichan is one of our schools piloting Coast Salish Studies and Hul’q'umi’num’ Language Classes in addition to providing students with the opportunity to be involved in art, dance and cultural programs. They are looking forward to welcoming Chief Alphonse and hearing his message. This visit is representative of the growing positive relationship between Cowichan Tribes and the school district.

Agenda:

10:00 – 10:30 am Welcome tour with Jeff Rowan, Principal
10:30 – 11:00 am Chief Alphonse will address the Grades 6 and 7 students
11:00 – 11:45 am Chief Alphonse will address the Grades 8 and 9 students

Quote from Chief Alphonse

“I look forward to visiting Quamichan school and speaking to our youth.It is important for all youth in the Valley, both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal, to learn about the history and culture of the Hul’q'umi’num’ people. I raise my hands to the staff that have put this program together.”

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Media Contact:
Jeff Rowan
Principal, Quamichan Middle School
250-746-6168
School District website: www.sd79.bc.ca