Ta7lnew̓ás
Education
Advocacy, Support & Assessment
Senior Manager: Chérie Baker
Phone: 604-982-7600
Email: SN_ASA@squamish.net
Manager: Kirsten Touring
Education is an inherent right; it is lifelong and holistic. Education is central to our growth as a prosperous, healthy and self-governing Nation.
Program staff work to inform students, parents, guardians, and membership of the K-12 education services and supports available through Ta7lnew̓ás. The Nation believes that by formalizing policies, all individuals interacting with the department will be treated in a way that reflects our commitment to excellence based on the following principles:
- Enhance the educational outcomes for students
- Support students with learning disabilities or special needs
- Promote the overall well-being of students
- Ensure fairness, equality, and transparency
High School Advocate (10-12): TJ Nahanee & Shannon Treadwell
Email: Toni_Nahanee@squamish.net or shannon_treadwell@squamish.net
Middle School Advocate (5-9): Angela Mawbey
Email: Angela_Mawbey@squamish.net
Elementary Advocate (K-4): Yvonne Brekke
Email: Yvonne_Brekke@squamish.net
Inclusive Education Advocate: Catherine Wairimu
Email: Catherine_Wairimu@squamish.net
Academic Outreach Advocate: Shannon Treadwell
Email: shannon_treadwell@squamish.net
Funding for post-secondary education is available to qualified applicants. See application forms below.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available to students to offset educational costs.
Contact the coordinator at post-sec@squamish.net for assistance applying to these scholarships and others.
Danielle Baker
Email: Danielle_Baker@squamish.net
Garaline Tom
Email: Garaline_Tom@squamish.netrequest
Post Secondary Forms & Policies
Nation Updates
Sen̓áḵw Updates
More Sḵwx̱wú7mesh People will be able to once again call Sen̓áḵw home when Tower Two opens its doors to residents this fall.
Sḵwx̱wú7mesh People United: The Significance of Amalgamation Day
On July 23rd, 1923, believing they were stronger together, 412 People represented by 16 headmen from about two dozen Sḵwx̱wú7mesh villages came together to form the modern-day Squamish Nation.
PhD Application Workshop
We're hosting a PhD Application Workshop in partnership with UBC professor Melanie Nelson, who has experience with the PhD application process. Whether you're just starting to explore your options or getting ready to apply, this session will offer practical guidance to help you prepare a strong application.