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Iohahi:io Akwesasne Education & Training Institute facts for kids
| Motto | Akwesasne Adult Education |
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| Type | Aboriginal-owned and controlled post-secondary institution. |
| Established | 1985 |
| President | Vincenette Cook |
| Undergraduates | university, and continuing education students |
| Location |
16 Iohahi:io Road Akwesasne
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Canada H0M 1A1
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| Campus | reserve Akwesasne Territory |
| Affiliations | Indian & Northern Affairs Canada, Mohawk Council of Akwesasne, Quebec Native Affairs, St. Lawrence College, Ontario |
| Website | iohahiio.ambe.ca |
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The Iohahi:io Akwesasne Education & Training Institute is a special school for the Mohawk people of Akwesasne. It is owned and run by Aboriginal people. This institute helps students get a "post-secondary" education. This means education after high school, like college or university.
Aboriginal schools like Iohahi:io work with colleges and universities. They help students earn degrees, diplomas, and certificates. They also offer training for jobs. The Iohahi:io Akwesasne Education & Training Institute was started to make it easier for Aboriginal people to go to college. It offers programs approved by the government.
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History of the Institute
Since 1993, the Iohahi:io Akwesasne Education & Training Institute has offered college and university programs. They do this through agreements with public schools like St. Lawrence College.
In 2006, the institute started offering training for different trades. These included masonry (working with bricks and stone), carpentry (working with wood), plumbing (working with pipes), and electrical work.
In March 2019, the school's name was officially changed. It went from "Iohahi:io Akwesasne Adult Education" to "Iohahi:io Akwesasne Education & Training Institute."
Mohawk Creation Story Art
From 2009 to 2011, three students created beautiful art at the institute. Tammy King, Natasha Thompson, and Inez Cook Patterson were studying Fine Arts. They painted seven large murals in the school's entrance. These murals show the Mohawk Creation story. This story is about a main character called Sky Woman.
In 2011, Sandra Taylor Hedges, an art teacher, added to this artwork. She made a sculpture of Sky Woman. This sculpture was placed in the skylight above the murals.
Working with Others
The Iohahi:io Akwesasne Education & Training Institute works with many groups. They partner with different levels of government, businesses, and other schools. These partnerships help them offer many programs and courses.
Programs Offered
The Iohahi:io Akwesasne Education & Training Institute helps adults learn new skills. It offers tutoring in reading, writing, and basic math. This help is given in a way that respects their culture. The goal is to improve their skills for higher education or to find jobs.
Some of the programs offered include:
- Academic skills checks
- One-on-one help from tutors
- Quick review workshops
- Learning online
- Important skills for jobs
- Help getting ready for college or a career
- Basic computer training for beginners
- Connecting with other people and groups
College and University Programs
The institute offers many college diploma courses. These include:
- Trades: Masonry, carpentry, plumbing, and electrical
- Arts: A two-year Fine Arts Diploma course
- Healthcare: Practical Nursing with Aboriginal Communities
- Law and Justice: Police Foundations, Community Justice Services
- Business and Office: Office Administration, Business
- Social Work: Social Services Worker
Learning for Life
- Workshops & Seminars: Short classes on different topics.
High School and Homework Help
- Homework Support Program: Help for students with their schoolwork.
Scholarships and Financial Aid
The Canadian government has a special tool to find scholarships for Aboriginal students. This tool lists over 680 scholarships, bursaries, and other ways to get money for school. These are offered by governments, universities, and companies. They help Aboriginal students go to college or university.