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Due to recent CBEEN program funding changes, we will now offer price options for Wild Voices for Kids programs.

Please select the price option that suits your needs, knowing that some schools don’t have access to the financial resources that others do.

More programs will be added throughout August and early September. Stay tuned!

We ask that teachers ensure that a program does not violate their school and/or district policies before booking.  It is the responsibility of the teacher to confirm program suitability and communicate needs and questions to the Community Educator that is delivering the program.

Do you have any question about the Wild Voices Program? Please connect with Mia at wildvoices@cbeen.org

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Métis Jigging


Bookable Type(s) In Class/School Yard (1 - 1.5 hr)
Duration1 Hour
Locationin-class
Contact This Presenteramyconnochie@hotmail.com

This program is only available in the East Kootenay and the Creston Valley

About the Program
This presentation is an introduction to traditional Metis Jigging. Students will learn the basic steps of the Metis Jig, followed by the Red River Jig the traditional and most popular dance of the Metis people. In addition the students will learn the Heel and Toe Polka. During the lesson the students are introduced to Metis culture and history. The program is usually 1 hour in duration: for more in-depth learning on Metis Jigging, a 2 hour program is also available.

About the Community Educator
Amy Cross is a Metis Cultural Coordinator and lives in Cranbrook, BC.

Amy Cross
(Educator: Standard)

Organization/School: Cross Cultural Connections

Title: Metis Cultural Facilitator and Consultant

Address: Cranbrook, BC

Tags:Indigenous Learning
Seasons:Winter, Autumn, Spring
Grade Levels:Middle (7-9), Intermediate (4-6), Primary (K-3)
School Districts:Independent, SD8, SD6, SD5

Testimonials:

See 35 testimonials.
"Great background knowledge and keep the kids moving and participating." - Heather Petterson
"Amy was very knowledgable, gave a good introduction to the Metis way of life and simply explained and demonstrated each dance." - Heather Petterson
"Excellent presentation for Grade 7's. Amy did a good job presenting the dances and the students had a lot of fun." - Kathy Bates
"She was well prepared and knowledgeble" - Sophie Lapierre
"Amy Cross provided a very enjoyable, positive and energetic presentation. She is very knowledgeable of her Metis heritage. " - Patti Radies
"The students enjoyed the presentation and were very engaged with all of the various activities. " - Patti Radies
"Amy came prepared and ready to sing, dance and play the wooden spoons with an excited group of young students. She taught them music and songs they sang for weeks after she left! " - Laurel Ewashen
"Amy taught singing, spoons and dance to a group of very young, energetic students. They sat mesmerized and learned all she had to offer ... singing the songs for weeks afterward! Awesome!" - Laurel Ewashen
"Nice job" - Jocelyn Booth
"Very good " - Jocelyn Booth
"I would recommend " - Jocelyn Booth
"It was a wonderful active and engaging presentation" - Josie Hammond
"Amy was great! She was very knowledgeable and the presentation was catered to our level of ability. " - Lauren Kraljic
"A very enjoyable and interactive presentation. The students were well engaged with the presenter." - Oren Garstide
"A wonderful, energetic presentation. Amy is not only knowledgeable, but able to adapt the content to reflect the developmental level of understanding within the classroom." - Laurel Ewashen
"A wonderful presentation. Amy shared the dynamics of the circle, traditions of the Metis, the historical significance regarding the beginnings of the Metis people, the joy of culture through music, dance and song. Great at reading the energy level of the students. " - Laurel Ewashen
"My students really enjoyed this opportunity. I hope this opportunity can be expanded for next year." - Josie Fullarton
"Thank you so much for coming and I hope you can come back next year. It was a pleasure for myself and my students. I enjoyed remembering when I learned how to dance the heel toe polka. " - Josie Fullarton
"Great presentation." - Josie Fullarton
"Amy was great! Students loved it." - Josie Fullarton
"It was an enjoyable and educational experience for all. Well worth while." - Josie Fullarton
"She was very good at working with the students, reading their need for a break and their understanding of the dance steps." - Margo Reinders
"Very engaging and knowledgeable presenter." - JoAnne Blackmore
"Very engaging and knowledgeable presenter." - JoAnne Blackmore
"Amy presented a program for our grade 2/3 class that engaged students and had them learning about traditional Metis culture by using their whole body. Students learned how to play spoons with their hands and legs, as well as Metis jigging. It is clear that Amy has a lot of experience in presenting her program to kids. She has good managment skills and the pacing of her presentation was just right. I would highly recommend her program!" - Mark Klan
"Amy presented a program for our grade 2/3 class that engaged students and had them learning about traditional Metis culture by using their whole body. Students learned how to play spoons with their hands and legs, as well as Metis jigging. It is clear that Amy has a lot of experience in presenting her program to kids. She has good managment skills and the pacing of her presentation was just right. I would highly recommend her program!" - Mark Klan
"Amy was great. She was firm but respectful with the students and they were all engaged in her presentation." - Maureen Leathwood
"We love having Amy visit our school, there is always a wealth of cultural knowledge that is shared with our students. The students were singing and jigging all day and then some! Thank you!" - Laurel Ewashen
"Educator came prepared with materials and knew the activities well. She transitioned quickly between dances so the kids were never bored." - Cara Carmelo
"Amy provided our class with a fun and knowledge filled presentation. We enjoyed her energy and obvious connection and appreciation of her Metis heritage. Her jigging instructions were easy to follow and students gained insight into why the dance holds cultural significance. " - Joanna Sokolic
"Very profesional, organized and able to facilitate the presentation to the age and development of my students. It was engaging and very informative. " - Nadine Coombes
"The flow to Amy's presentation kept the students engaged. There was the perfect mix of movement and dancing with listening and learning times sprinkled throughout. " - Kristen Lewis
"Amy Cross is well experienced working with children. She has a great deal of knowledge about the Metis. Her musical talents capture the students attention. The students engaging with hands on activities are a great learning tool." - Brian Ewashen
"Amy is always engaging, connecting with the students to share her knowledge regarding her Metis culture. Her energy is enviable! " - Laurel Ewashen
"We were so grateful to have Amy join our students and engage them in hands-on learning through this interactive workshop!" - Natasha Burgess

Program Price Options:

Due to recent CBEEN program funding changes, CBEEN will now offer price options for Wild Voices for Kids programs. Please select the price option that suits your needs, knowing that some schools don’t have access to the financial resources that others do. The following price options are available:

  1. Non-subsidized: Please select this option if you can access funds to pay the full price for this program. By selecting this option, this will allow us to offer more subsidized programs to those schools who don’t have the same support as you might. An unlimited number of programs are available at this payment level.
    • In class/school yard ~1-1.5 hours = $250
    • Half-day field study = $390
    • Full-day field study = $595
  2. Slightly Subsidized: Please select this option if you need a bit of support in paying for your program. CBEEN has secured some grant funding to support this option. An unlimited number of programs are available at this payment level.
    • In class/school yard ~1-1.5 hrs = $150
    • Half-day field study = $250
    • Full-day field study = $350
  3. Heavily Subsidized: Please select this option if you need a lot of support in helping to make programs happen in your school. CBEEN has secured funding to allow a limited number of classes to access two heavily subsidized programs/class/year.
    • In class/school yard ~1-1.5 hrs = $75
    • Half-day field study = $125
    • Full-day field study = $175
  4. Fully Subsidized: Please select this option if you have no means of accessing funding for a program. CBEEN has secured funding to allow a limited number of classes to access one totally subsidized program/class/year.

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