Education transformation: Issues for implementing an Aboriginal Choice School in Prince George, B.C.

This thesis presents some of the issues relating to the possible implementation of an Aboriginal Choice School in Prince George, B.C. The colours of the Métis Sash (red, black, blue, white and green) are used as a framework in my research. I use red to represent history black to represent challenges and dark periods of history blue and white (the colours of the Métis flag) to represent philosophy and green to represent growth and prosperity and how that relates to benefiting community ...Through my research, it becomes evident that the challenges include: notions of segregation funding finding a location for the school political will establishing community partnerships staffing curriculum development and elements of risk-taking. However, my research also shows that there are benefits in implementing an Aboriginal Choice School structure which reflect positive and necessary movements in education. Such benefits embrace: holistic learning inclusion of culture, family, and community within the school environment a place of belonging for Aboriginal students that validates and embraces Aboriginal culture opportunities for University transfer programs direct community benefits with increased success of Aboriginal learners and a greater awareness throughout the entire school population of Aboriginal knowledge and its relevance to our modern society.