A Brief Description

As an organization, SGEI takes great pride in their role as educators and education leaders. The success of the organization is built upon a philosophy that is reflective of the strengths, values and traditions of the Anishinaabe. For the past two decades, SGEI has embraced the traditional education processes - successfully blending culture, tradition, information and technology. By providing community-based and student-centered learning opportunities, SGEI pursues its goal of developing and implementing an education system that will meet the needs of the Anishinaabe so that they can succeed in the modern world.

In fulfilling its mission of providing community-based and student-centered learning opportunities, SGEI has expanded its services by creating and engaging in projects that bring communities, educators and students together to celebrate the rich cultural traditions of the First Nations people in the Rainy Lake tribal area while promoting and commending academic achievement. Each year, for the past six years, more than 100 students in grades 5-8 have participated in the Quest for Knowledge.

SGEI is always exploring opportunities to improve and build upon the events we host. In light of this we are excited to announce that we have restructured Quest for Knowledge into a center-based event focused around the Ojibwe language and the current Ontario Ministry of Education Science curriculum, Gikendaasomin.

This new event, Gikendaasomin, which means “Our knowledge” will engage students in a variety of language and science-based activities utilizing their problem-solving skills and applying the knowledge gained in the classroom in new and creative ways. Students will work in teams rather than individually. Each team of students will be composed of students with various talents. The activities will highlight the team’s creative side, while developing and presenting their knowledge-based skills.

Gikendaasomin Objectives

Our language is our Culture, with learning the language brings the transfer of knowledge between generations. Gikendaasomin will further students understanding of their language, culture and traditions.

Basic Rules:

• First 8 teams to register only
• One Team per Division only (extra's allowed)
• Students with allergies are encouraged to bring their own lunch/snacks

General Event Rules

more information will follow...

Registration Form