Cumberland House AHS
Welcome to Awasisak Head Start Inc.
Located in Cumberland House, Saskatchewan, Awasisak Head Start Inc. is a vibrant, community-focused early learning center. We are dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and culturally rich environment where young children can learn, play, and grow together. We offer a holistic program that supports the mind, body, and spirit of every child.
đŋ Culture & Language
We are proud to ground our children in Cree language and cultural traditions every single day.
· Daily Cree: Children are immersed in the Cree language through daily words, commands, and activities.
· Singing & Dancing: We bring culture to life through traditional singing and dancing.
· Culture Week: We host special "Culture Week" activities in partnership with community organizations to deepen cultural connections.
𧸠Education & Play-Based Learning
We focus on building foundational skills in a fun, engaging way.
· Our Approach: We utilize Animated Literacy and AHS resources to guide our learning.
· Skill Building: Our daily activities focus on basic ABCs, counting, colouring, painting, and cutting skills. We also place a strong emphasis on building self-help skills to prepare children for school.
· Physical Development: We focus on large motor skills through active play.
đ Health, Nutrition & Safety
We prioritize the health, wellness, and safety of all our students.
· Healthy Meals: We provide a healthy breakfast, nutritious snacks, water, and milk daily. We also practice proper handwashing routines.
· Traditional Foods: We love incorporating traditional Indigenous foods into our programming, including cooking with berries, bannock baking, and wild food cooking.
· Safety First: We practice important safety routines with the children, including fire drills and street safety.
đ¤ Family & Community Support
We believe that strong families build strong communities. We love finding creative ways to engage our parents and caregivers.
· Family Engagement: We host baking and cooking activities with families, and even run fun weight loss challenges! We also encourage parents to join our Board of Directors.
· Parental Cooking Classes: We offer classes to help families learn and grow together in the kitchen, incorporating budgeting skills.
· Community Resources: We connect families with essential supports. We make referrals and have strong relationships with organizations including CAPCI, KidFirst North, local schools, daycares, RCMP, and clinics.
âšī¸ Site Information & Hours
· Location: Box 238, Cumberland House, SK, S0E 0S0
· Phone: 306-888-2261
· Email: awasisakheadstart@sasktel.net
· Capacity: 30 children
· Average Yearly Enrollment: 45 children
Operating Hours:
· 5 days a week: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM (Offered in 2 groups: A.M. and P.M. classes)
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