Quadra Island Grade 12 Trip

Tsa -Kwa-Luten Lodge on Quadra Island was recently visited by some grade 12 Aboriginal Students from Mouat for a trip of a lifetime. We went on Aboriginal Journeys, a marine wildlife tour, for four hours where we experienced ocean tidal rapid, porpoises, Stellar sea lions, Blue heron, eagles, harbour seals, and fun! We learned about the culture of the Wei-Wai_Kai people and were fed a traditional First Nations BBQ salmon feast! This amazing group of young people toured Quadra Island like adults making me proud of them wherever we went. The Nuyumbalees Cultural Centre was a highlight for many where we were able to try on regalia and masks. We all learned so much and ate like kings and queens at the beautiful lodge where we stayed.

Welcome Back!

The fall is off to a great start!In September, eighteen Mouat Aboriginal students went on a River Rafting trip on the Fraser River with Sto:lo historian Sonny McHalsie. We ate lunch on the beach and saw mile zero on the Cariboo Wagon Road.

Year End Pizza Party June 16th

Yes it is June and time for studying for those final exams, but let's make sure we get together on the last day of school for a pizza party and cake, too! It has been such a pleasure to be a part of W.J. Mouat this year and I look forward to seeing you all in the fall too. Make sure you come by June 16th at lunch for a Summer Farewell !

Horseback riding at Mustang Stables

We had a great time horseback riding last Friday. 18 of us went to MustangRiding Stables in Mission by Cascade Falls. It was awesome. This was definitely a do again field trip! Those who did not come this time you will have another chance next year.

Rescheduling Archery Field Trip to Ridgedale Rod and Gun Club

The archery field trip is being postponed until next week on Tuesday April 28th. We will still be going during block D and lunch so please remember to come with your bagged lunch to eat on the bus on the way back.

Mouat Aboriginal Star Search for the Performing and Visual Arts May 6th

THE ARTS ARE ALIVE at Mouat! Traditional and contemporary aboriginal performing and visual artists are already signing up for the MOUAT STAR SEARCH FOR THE PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS.

DANCERS, SINGERS, MUSICIANS, ACTORS, SCULPTORS, PAINTERS, PHOTOGRAPHERS... (artists of any medium)... are all invited to sign up for the "STAR SEARCH". ALL performers must audition for Mrs. Schroeder in the Aboriginal Support Room starting on April 29. An audition schedule will be posted on April 22 on the door of the Aboriginal Support Room.
The performances will be given on May 6th in the theater. The visual art will be judged prior to the day of the Star Search and winners will be anounced the day of the performances.
Parents are welcome to attend. Please sign in at the office first before coming to the theater.* Please use visitor parking.*

GREAT PRIZES! $250 gift certificate from Raleigh, spa gift basket from Solaris Spa, vocal coaching session from Sharla Sauder vocal coach, $75 gift certificate and mask from Jazz-Ma-Tazz dance and costume supplies, gift bags from Starbucks, gift certificates from Dufferin Games, track suit from Mad Dogs, watercolour package from House of Fine Art, a paintable wooden puzzle from One Stop Hobbies, pizza from Ricardo's Pizza, die cast cars from Canadian Collectors Club, gift certificates for two free lunches from Go Go Beans cafe, an acoustic guitar from the Sound of Music, $20 gift certificate from Dufferin Games and a Presto Cucina gift basket.

April Events and Field trips

This month we will be having some amazing events!

April 20th Metis jigging instructor Bev Lambert will be teaching jigging to Mrs. Thompson's Superfit class and the Aboriginal Support Block students first, then during lunch all students are welcome to take part in this lively dance lesson in te big gym.

On April 21, there will be a field trip to the Ridgedale Rod and Gun Club for archery.We will be gone from 9:30 till 11:30am so only block D will be missed. Permission forms must be handed in by April 14th. Mr. Billo will be coming with us too!

April 27th the Mouat Aboriginal Star Search for the Performing and Visual Arts will be open for art submissions in any medium.

April 29th Auditions will be open for the performers who have signed up for the Aboriginal Star Search for the Performing and Visual Arts.

May 6th W.J. Mouat Aboriginal Star Search for the Peforming And Visual Arts in the theater at lunch.
Come see these talented performers and artists win great prizes!