CSB Check-In

Host Nick Wapachee shares the latest information, programs, and conversations from across the Cree School Board.

This episode highlights the importance of regular student attendance, the Work-Oriented Training Pathway (WOTP), and the iR&D Grade 1 and Grade 2 rollout of Cree language and cultural resources. We’ll also hear directly from students and staff in Hallway Chats, share reminders about Adult and Higher Learning programs and application deadlines, and explain how to find and apply for current job opportunities with the Cree School Board.

Plus, don’t miss our regular “Did You Know?” segment!

In Episode 39 of CSB Check-In, Nick Wapachee welcomes listeners back for the 2026–2027 school year. The episode features a “Did You Know?” segment, a welcome-back message from the Director General, and important school bus safety reminders.

The episode also celebrates recent and upcoming graduations, includes a special message from the Chairperson for Post-Secondary students, highlights Adult and Higher Learning programs and application deadlines, and shares information on how to view and apply for current Cree School Board job opportunities.

Welcome back to the 38th episode of CSB Check-In. We’re glad to be back on the air with you. 

Today’s show includes important information for students, parents, employees, and community members as we prepare for the coming school year. 

Welcome back to CSB Check-In’s 37th episode. We’re glad to be back on air with you. 

Today’s show is full  of updates and stories for our community, students, and parents. Let’s get started. 

Welcome back to Episode 35 of CSB Check-In. In this episode, we share Cree School Board updates, student opportunities, and community stories — including a special Annie Whiskeychan Day message from Director General Caroline Mark, Voyageur Memorial High School’s “Love of Reading” Nights, the Advanced Indigenous Information and Communication Technologies program, school registration reminders, and important Adult and Higher Learning deadline updates.

Welcome back to CSB Check-In’s 35th episode. We’re glad to be back on air with you. 

Today’s show is full of updates and stories for our community, students, and parents. Let’s get started. 

First, we have “Did You Know?” 
We’ll share helpful facts about the Cree School Board that you may not have heard before. 

Next, we’ll hear from Cree School Board Director General Caroline Mark as she shares a message for Goose Break. 

We’ll take a moment to hear from Liam Swallow, a youth from Mistissini High School, as he shares his earliest memory of Goose Break. He talks about spending time on the land with family — a time of learning, connection, and belonging. His story reminds us how being on the land helps pass on knowledge, traditions, and culture to the next generation. 

Before we continue, we’d like to highlight the Advanced Indigenous Information and Communication Technologies program offered through the Cree School Board. This fully funded program prepares students for future studies and careers in the tech industry. It provides hands-on training, internships, and the skills needed to succeed in high-demand fields. 

Calling all aspiring students. Stay tuned for important updates on Adult and Higher Learning program deadlines. 

And if you’re looking for work, we have job opportunities available at the Cree School Board. We’ll share the details. 

Thanks for joining us. 

I’m Nick Wapachee. Let’s get started. 

In Episode 34 of CSB Check-In, Nick Wapachee returns with updates, stories, and information for Cree School Board students, parents, staff, and communities.

This episode features a new Did You Know? segment, followed by a message from Director General Caroline Mark for Cree Language Month, with a focus on using Cree in everyday life and passing the language on to future generations.

We also highlight the Cree Teachings page on the Cree School Board website, which shares teachings and knowledge from Cree Elders and Knowledge Keepers.

Plus, learn more about the Iyeskuwiiu Springboard and Cree Springboard to Nursing programs, hear important Adult and Higher Learning program deadline updates, and find out about current job opportunities at the Cree School Board.

Tune in for the latest from across the Cree School Board.

Hello everyone, I’m Nick Wapachee.

Welcome back to our 33rd episode. We’re glad to be back on air with you.

Today’s show is full of updates and stories for our community, students, and parents. Let’sget started.

First, we have “Did You Know?”
We’ll share helpful facts about the Cree School Board that you may not have heard before.

Next, we’ll hear from Principal Paul Starnino of Willie J. Happyjack Memorial School in Waswanipi, along with students who presented their science projects at the Cree School Board Regional Science Fair, hosted in the Cree Nation of Waswanipi.

We’re also pleased to welcome Darlene Cheechoo, our new Deputy Director General (Adult and Higher Learning) for adult learners. She’ll share her vision and priorities, and how she plans to support learners at every stage.

The Higher Learning, Building Capacity Conference wrapped up this weekend in Ottawa.Students, educators, employers, and community partners came together to connect and build pathways for the future. We’ll hear from students about what the experience meant to them.

Calling all aspiring students. Stay tuned for important updates on Adult and Higher Learning program deadlines.

And if you’re looking for work, we have job opportunities available at the Cree School Board. We’ll share the details.

Thanks for joining us.

Join host Nick Wapachee as we return on-air with a packed episode for community members, students, and parents. This episode features Did You Know? with facts about the Cree School Board, a conversation with Betty Anne Forward on why attendance matters, reflections from parents and leadership on the Stronger Together Symposium, and a look ahead to the upcoming Higher Learning, Building Capacity Conference. We also share important updates on Sabtuan programs, Post-Secondary Student Services deadlines, and current job opportunities at the Cree School Board. Tune in and stay connected to Cree education.

In this episode, we share updates and stories from across the Cree School Board.

• Did You Know? – learn more about the Cree School Board
• Christmas greetings from Chairperson Dr. Sarah Pashagumskum and CSB commissioners
• Reflections from parents and leadership on the Stronger Together Symposium
• A look at a new page on www.eeyoueducation.ca
• Adult Education and Higher Learning deadline reminders
• Current job opportunities at the Cree School Board

Thank you for listening to CSB Check-In with Nick Wapachee.