Prairie Nexus: Education Consulting

Owner & Education Consultant

Hello lovely humans,

I am a white-settler residing on Treaty 4 territory in Regina, SK.

I graduated with my Bachelor’s of Education (2014) and Masters of Curriculum and Instruction (2019) from the University of Regina. In 2020, I entered my PhD studies at the University of Alberta with a focus on Indigenous and anti-oppressive education.

With over eight years of teaching experience in the K-12 system and four years at post-secondary institutions, I have dedicated my career to fostering inclusive and culturally responsive classrooms. I have a particular passion for Indigenous and Treaty Education and English Language Arts and have received accreditation for teaching at the secondary level.

One of my greatest strengths is building meaningful relationships with students, educators, parents, and community members. I believe in the power of collaboration and work hard to create environments where everyone feels safe and valued. My approach is rooted in the belief that every individual has strengths and abilities that can be nurtured and celebrated.

This idea is something I learned from an Elder I worked alongside, James, who always told me that “Youth are light seekers.” My teaching philosophy centers on honouring students’ strengths and providing them with agency in their learning. I consistently implement choice-based assessments, allowing students to demonstrate their knowledge in ways that resonate with their identities and experiences. By celebrating students’ cultural knowledges and personal interests, I aim to create engaging and relevant educational experiences.

Throughout my career, I have been recognized for my commitment to education and research. I have received numerous awards, including a Federal SSHRC scholarship, the President’s Doctoral Prize of Distinction and the Graduate Student Teaching Award (2020-2023). My research focuses on the lived experiences of Indigenous youth in provincial schools. Additionally, I have worked extensively with First Nations communities to co-create educational resources and conduct school reviews throughout my studies.

At Prairie Nexus, my hope is to support educational initiatives that reflect the unique needs of each community. By working alongside community members, I ensure that the programs and resources we develop are culturally relevant and impactful. I do not believe that research-based practices can be done without community collaboration and connection. Together, we can create educational environments that empower learners and honour their strengths.