Blackfoot Nation artist Ryan Willert will spend 10 days with students and staff at St. Francis of Assisi Middle School to help expand their cultural awareness.
Willert will speak about the law of elements, buffalo teachings and smudging.
“With Willert being part of our school community, we feel he will have a huge impact on our school in a positive light,” said St. Francis vice-principal Stefan LaBrecque.
Selena Frizzley, who is part of the First Nations, Metis and Inuit support team at Red Deer Catholic Regional Schools, said Willert’s teachings will support students and staff to move forward in reconciliation and to gain a better understanding of First Nations people.
St. Francis of Assisi Middle School serves more than 755 Grade 6 to 9 students.