Great Moon Gathering 2003 - Moose Factory

GREAT MOON GATHERING - FEBRUARY 2003

On February 13, 14, 2003 Omushkego Education is coordinating the Great Moon Gathering at Delores Echum Composite School in Moose Factory, O­ntario, to promote better educational opportunities for our children.

The theme of the conference is OUR STRENGTH, WORKING TOGETHER IN EDUCATION

Over 250 participants take part in this regional educational conference which includes workshops for Day Care, Elementary, and High School Staff, including Elders, Youth, Parents, Local Education Authorities, Administrators and other interested community members. Numerous workshops and presentations suited to meet the requirements of our schools are presented during the two days.

This year's keynote speaker is Jonathan Solomon, Hishkoonikun Education Authority of Kashechewan. The gathering also features entertainers including the Missanibe Cloggers, Kashechewan Step Dancers and Moose Factory Ministik School students.

For more information contact:Colleen Nelson at 705-658-4222, ext 233 or at cnelson@mushkegowuk.ca