Indigenous Perspectives from the Fields: The Importance of Support

A Michif teacher in Regina has highlighted the significant lack of support for not only students, but educators as well.

When students are struggling at home for a variety of reasons (home and food insecurity), they have a more difficult time engaging in their education and creating meaningful relationships. This teacher feels that educators are also facing burnout from lack of support. This educator wants to go above and beyond for their students, but they barely have the energy to maintain their own wellbeing, relationships, time alone, and hobbies. They have to reduce their energy distribution across the board, which negatively affects their passion. They want to keep making a difference for youth; they just wish there was more support.

The key takeaway from this Michif Teacher is: That we are all just trying our best. Reach out to others if you need support- you aren’t alone.