ABORIGINAL EDUCATION ENHANCEMENT AGREEMENTS

Elements of Enhancement Agreements

Enhancement Agreements address specific performance and delivery expectations for all Aboriginal learners.

  1. The Aboriginal communities must be represented by a unified body whose authority to speak for the Aboriginal communities is accepted by the Aboriginal communities.
  2. Shared decision making by the Aboriginal communities and the school district must be an established practice.
  3. Both the Aboriginal communities and the school district must support participation in the Enhancement Agreement.
  4. Joint consultation and collaboration between the Aboriginal communities and the school districts will enable vision and goal setting in all areas of education for all Aboriginal learners.
  5. The Aboriginal communities and the school district track key performance indicators at the student level.
  6. The Aboriginal communities and the school district must be committed to regular reporting of results. This would include an evaluation and reporting process on the outcomes of the Enhancement Agreements.
  7. The scope of the Aboriginal Education program must include a focus on continuous improvement in the academic performance of all Aboriginal students.
  8. Meeting the cultural needs of Aboriginal students in all aspects of learning. This includes resources, strategies and assessment.
  9. Focus on increasing knowledge of and respect for Aboriginal culture, language and history, which enables a greater understanding for everyone about Aboriginal people.