What Makes Piitoayis Family School Special?

• Community and agency involvement (we support both students and families)
• Full-day Kindergarten  
• Southland bus transportation from all quadrants of the city
• Daily smudge and talking circles
• Involvement of Elders and Knowledge Keepers throughout the year
• Ceremony and celebrations
• Daily reading and math groups
• Daily inclusion of Indigenous cultures and languages
• Opening songs and prayer each morning
• Focus on four core Blackfoot values:  
  • Spirituality (Ceremony)
  • Kindness to Others
  • Being Aware of One's Environment
  • Being Able to Take on Tasks Independently
• Daily breakfast, snacks, and lunch provided
• Opportunities for learning on the land