Education

Wahnapitae First Nation Doodems on left side

Wahnapitae First Nation Doodems on right side

Education

Phone: 705-858-0610 Ext. 209 Address: 259 Taighwenini Trail Road, Capreol, ON P0M 1H0

Director: Marilyn Nicholls

Department Contact: Marilyn Nicholls

Email: marilyn.nicholls@wahnapitaefn.com

On behalf of the Education Department, I extend a warm welcome to all students, families, and community members visiting our website. Our goal is to support lifelong learning, cultural preservation, and academic success for all our learners, from early childhood to post-secondary education and beyond.

Education is the foundation of our Nation’s future, and we are committed to providing high-quality programs that reflect our traditions, values, and aspirations. We work closely with our Elders, Knowledge Keepers, educators, and families to ensure that our students receive the support they need to thrive both academically and culturally.

Whether you are a student seeking resources, a parent looking for information, or a community member interested in our programs, we invite you to explore our website and connect with us. Together, we will continue to strengthen our education system and empower future generations.

If you have any questions or need assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out to our team.

Miigwetch / Thank you,

Marilyn Nicholls, Director of Education

Vision

Our vision is to acknowledge and honour the past, present, and future. We commit to honour and respect our culture, traditions, and Anishinaabe ways of life by ensuring our student’s success.

Values

Zaagidiwin - Love

“To know love is to know peace”

Debwewin - Truth

“To know all of these things”

Mnaadendmowin - Respect

“To honour all creation”

Nbwaakaawin - Wisdom

“To cherish knowledge”

Dbaadendiziwin - Humility

“To know yourself as a sacred part of creation”

Gwekwaadziwin - Honesty

“To live correctly and with virtue”

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Partners

Kinoomaadiziwin Education Body - The Kinoomaadziwin Education Body is the central administrative structure for the Anishinabek Education System (AES).

Anishinabek Education System - The Anishinabek Education System (AES) promotes Anishinaabe culture and language and improves education outcomes for Anishinabek students. Through the Anishinabek Nation Education Agreement, Nipissing First Nation and 23 participating First Nations, have full control over how to best allocate education funding. The funding will also allow for the delivery of educational programs and services. To support the AES, NFN passed the Nipissing First Nation Education Law.

Anishinabek Educational Institute - "We believe that all First Nation students have the potential to achieve their academic and employment goals. Our quality programming is responsive to First Nations needs. We provide a comfortable, supportive learning environment that promotes the traditional values of sharing, caring and respect."