Lieutenant Governor of Alberta visits Mistassiniy School
Posted on November 20
Lieutenant Governor interacting with trustee, staff and students
Mistassiniy School and Northland School Division had the privilege of hosting Her Honour, the Honourable Salma Lakhani, Lieutenant Governor of Alberta, on November 19, 2024.
The day began with a group photo featuring Her Honour and the Mistassiniy School student council, showcasing leadership and unity. Afterward, Grade 12 students Zain Ibdah and Avery Auger-Gladue led Her Honour on a tour of Mistassiniy School, highlighting its state-of-the-art learning spaces.
Her Honour and guests enjoyed a lunch prepared by the School Food Services staff, featuring chicken stew, bannock, and local fish, with desserts made by students in the Home Economics class.
The school community gathered in the gym for an assembly hosted by Zain and Avery. The assembly opened with a prayer by Cree Language Instructor Connie Cardinal. Supervisor of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Education Angela James performed the Strong Woman Song, an uplifting piece, before Her Honour shared her story. The Lieutenant Governor spoke about the importance of education, encouraged students to never give up, and highlighted the value of resilience and leadership.
Near the end of the assembly, the Lieutenant Governor was presented with gifts—a personalized mug featuring the Mistassiniy logo, her name, and the word "Respect" written in English, Cree, and syllabics, along with painted and beaded artwork, and a ribbon skirt.
The visit concluded with a group photo of Her Honour and Grade 7 students. These students, who first met the Lieutenant Governor during a Grade 6 field trip, were instrumental in making this visit happen.
