John D'Or Prairie School

John D'Or Prairie, AB

A K-12 school that centres Cree language and culture within the Alberta curriculum.

John D'Or Prairie School exterior, John D'Or Prairie, Alberta
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Aerial view of Little Red River Cree Nation community, Alberta

Details

Population of John D'Or Prairie
Approximately 1,000

Cree
English

Kindergarten - Grade 12

John D'Or Prairie School serves 425 students from Kindergarten to Grade 12, with a dedicated staff of 60. The school follows the Alberta Curriculum in all subject areas, with High School graduates earning their Alberta High School Diplomas.
Maintaining and growing Cree culture is a cornerstone of the school. With four full-time Cree instructors, students receive daily Cree language instruction and have opportunities for on-the-land learning through fall, winter, and spring camps.
A Registered Apprenticeship Program gives senior students hands-on trades experience in areas such as welding, carpentry, small engines, and automotive training.
John D'Or Prairie School is technology-forward, with SMART boards, Chromebooks, iPads, 3D printing, and robotics available to students. The school also offers drama, robotics, foods, philosophy, aboriginal art, music, finance, forestry, outdoor education, and agriculture courses. A mental wellness counsellor, High School Success Coach, and Career Counsellor support student wellbeing and future planning.

John D'Or Prairie School sign with eagle crest, Alberta