Waglisla Adult Learning Centre/Heiltsuk College
Box 809 220 Woyala VOT1Z0 Bella Bella, BC, Canada

WAGLISLA ADULT LEARNING CENTRE HEILTSUK COLLEGE VISION STATEMENT Waglisla Adult Learning Centre/Heiltsuk College’s vision is to strengthen students through self-empowerment and self-governance. Throughout the school year, the students are an important part of the decision-making process in all aspects of their learning. WALC/ Heiltsuk College focuses on the following: Self Identity- It is important for students to know themselves, their heritage, kinship and family. Each... student is worthy of respect and has a contribution to make to Heiltsuk College. Heiltsuk History- Heiltsuk College provides an opportunity for students to focus on Heiltsuk history, including Heiltsuk values and traditions as they existed in the past and as they relate to the present day. Learning Opportunities- Heiltsuk College strives to strengthen students through classroom activities, peer support, opportunities for career development and by affirming the equality of each student. Life-Long Learning- Heiltsuk College strives to develop strong, culturally based values and knowledge in students, as well as the skills needed to continue to search for knowledge and wisdom as indigenous people. This school year we had a late start due to COVID 19 and have made every effort to ensure our programs are run according to the B. C Provincial guidelines. Work areas and work space are disinfected on a regular basis. Students are given the opportunity to either work online in the computer lab with SIDES online learning or work from home. We recently purchased laptops for students to use if needed We offer the following programs: * Adult Basic Education * Hailzaqv Language & Cultural Program * Lifeskills * Licensed Practical Nursing Program- September 20/21 WALC Administration wishes to acknowledge and thank our team for the hard work and effort to keep our institute up and running through such trying times: Sheila Bolton- Co- Administrator/Finance Paulette Dixon - Office/Clerical worker Beth Humchitt- Hailzaqv Cultural/Language Program Coordinator Marina Humchitt- Elder in Residence Patricia Housty- Math Tutor Richard Green- Custodian Joann Green, Executive Director

WALC Cultural Class - Making regalia with Beth Humchitt Marie E Wilson - we welcome Char Brown Michelle, Kimberly, Brenda - a fun evening filled with excitement, laughter and learning

NOTICE; October 26th/20 Re; WALC Cultural Program Information session has been cancelled and will take place , Wednesday, October 28th/20 - Our Condolences to the families of Lena Mason (fondly known as Cookie) WALC Cultural Program is now acccepting applications for; 1. Regalia making ... - vests - Tunics - Aprons 2. Cedar bark weaving - making roses, head pieces 3. Traditional medicine - how to make different medicine - when to gather medicine 4.Traditional Food - Seasonal gathering - seaweed picking - seagull eggs - herring eggs - salmon & shell fish Learning about Cultural traditional practices Family Trees - do you want to learn about your family lineage, family trees ? APPLICATIONS CAN BE PICKED UP FROM BETH HUMCHITT - @ the trailer next to RCMP - questions may be directed to Joann Green, Executive Director @ 250-957-2141 Interested parties please come to an Information session- Monday, October 26th/20 7 pm Trailer building next to RCMP Have a good day See more

WALC Cultural Program is now acccepting applications for; 1. Regalia making - vests - Tunics - Aprons ... 2. Cedar bark weaving - making roses, head pieces 3. Traditional medicine - how to make different medicine - when to gather medicine 4.Traditional Food - Seasonal gathering - seaweed picking - seagull eggs - herring eggs - salmon & shell fish Applications can be picked up from Beth Humchitt - trailer next to RCMP - questions may be directed to Joann Green, Executive Director @ 250-957-2141 Have a good day See more

WALC Adult Basic Education - Are you interested in completing your Grade 12 Education, or upgrading your skills? Are you planning to enter into a Post Secondary program that requires pre-requisites in order to qualify for the program? - Applications are accepted on a continuous basis - Applicant must be 19 years or older... - Must have a high school transcript - Complete a CAAT assessment Courses offered in partnership with SIDES and are accredited by the Ministry of Education: Mathematics to Grade 12, English, Biology, Chemistry, First Nations Studies 11/12 After successful completion of ABE program/courses, students will meet the Grade 12 requirements/pre-requisite requirements for Post Secondary Education. Any questions can be directed to Joann Green, Executive Director, 250-957-2141

LPN program: The Heiltsuk college in partnership with the RWLMH & Halilika'as Heiltsuk Health Centre are working together to offer and support students through a Licensed Practical Nurse diploma program. -the program will begin in the Fall of 2021 at the Heiltsuk College. ... -those interested are encouraged to call Joann Green at the College to determine next steps in pursuing this exciting opportunity! -Heiltsuk College will be offering upgrading and an opportunity for students to get the pre-requisites - Applications can be picked up Monday- Friday, 8:30 A.M - 4:30 PM for further information: contact: Joann Green, Executive Director (250) 957-2141

U Note: Some students that have registered are employed full time and will be given the option to come in for evening tutorials for Math/English/ Sciences - We do have an ongoing list where students have started the application process and have written the CAAT assessment (some need to complete) and still need to register online for the SIDES courses. ... Any questions can be directed to Joann Green, Executive Director @ 250-957-2141