At the whole school gathering BEST students participated in a traditional powwow led by the Sage Hills Drummers and dancers. We learned about some of the dances and traditions surrounding them and were able to ask questions at the end of the performance. In their learning spaces the students learned about one of the Seven Grandfather Teachings- courage. To have courage is to face your foes with integrity, and do what is right even when the consequences are unpleasant. Courage is represented by the bear. The mother bear has the Courage and strength to face her fears and challenges while protecting her young. Team Awesome watched a video then talked to their friend about things they are afraid of and what they do to help themselves get through a scary situation. All of the children completed a bear template with an incident illustrating when they showed bravery to add to the Wall of Courage by the library.
The Day of Sucwentwecw is a day to celebrate and acknowledge one another and we would like to think that we at BEST do just that every day and not solely on the Day of Sucwentwecw.