Paatsaali School

Sanikiluaq, NU

Paatsaali School is a high school in Sanikiluaq, Nunavut, Canada. Paatsaali School opened in 2011 and has 176 students from grades seven to twelve.
It is the mission of Paatsaali School to ensure our students' attendance rate is high and that our students are engaged with their learning. We also strive to provide a bilingual education in Inuktitut and English, using the language of instruction (LOI) model chosen by our community. Lastly, we believe parental involvement is crucial to providing a high quality education to our students.

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Details

Population of Sanikiluaq

1000

Languages Spoken

Inuktitut

English

Grades

Grades 7 - 12

About Paatsaali High School

Paatsaali School is a high school in Sanikiluaq, Nunavut, Canada. Paatsaali School opened in 2011 and has 177 students. Most students are Inuit and speak Inuktitut.

Paatsaali High School learners are always eager to participate in building, art, movement, and creativity sessions. Unfortunately, most schools in Nunavut have a limited number of rooms where they can host video conference sessions. This means that space can be limited, but with enough notice, accommodations can be made to allow additional space.

GRADES: 

7-12

Inuit Societal Values (IQ Principles)


Many of the lessons at Arviligruaq Ilinniarvik School are based in the Inuit Societal Values, otherwise known as I.Q. Principles. These principles guide the Inuit in their daily lives:

  • Inuuqatigiitsiarniq: Respecting others, relationships and caring for people.
  • Tunnganarniq: Fostering good spirits by being open, welcoming and inclusive.
  • Pijitsirniq: Serving and providing for family and/or community.
  • Aajiiqatigiinniq: Decision making through discussion and consensus.
  • Pilimmaksarniq/Pijariuqsarniq: Development of skills through observation, mentoring, practice, and effort.
  • Piliriqatigiinniq/Ikajuqtigiinniq: Working together for a common cause.
  • Qanuqtuurniq: Being innovative and resourceful.
  • Avatittinnik Kamatsiarniq: Respect and care for the land, animals and the environment.

Simple Vocabulary in Inuktitut

English - Inuktitut (Phonetics)

Good Morning - Ulaakut (Oo-lah-coot)

Good Afternoon - Unusakut (Oo-nah-sa-coot)

Thank you - Nakurmiik (Na-koor-meek)

You are welcome - Ilaali (Ee-lah-li)

Polar Bear - Nanuq (Naa-nook)

Seal - Nattiq (Naa-tick)

Caribou - Tuktu (Took-two)