Orange Shirt Day
When do we commemorate Orange Shirt Day?
On September 30
Why were there Residential Schools?
They wanted the young First Nations People to have a more European culture and a less Indigenous culture.
Did the government ever apologize for what happened at the Residential Schools?
Yes, in 2008.
Who in our class once lived in The Netherlands?
Robert
What is Thanksgiving all about?
Being grateful for family and friends, big dinner, holiday! :)
What is another name for Orange Shirt Day?
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Were the children abused in the residential schools?
Yes
What was the famous movie I recommended students watch regarding Residential Schools?
Indian Horse
Who in our class works in the Insurance Business?
Iryna
What Day is Thanksgiving?
October 13, 2025
What was the name of the Drummer we listened to on Orange Shirt Day?
John
What were 3 types of abuse suffered by the children in Residential Schools?
Emotional, Mental, Physical, Sexual, Psychological....
How long were there Residential Schools (approximately)
150 years
What is one student in our class that comes from Brazil?
Carolina and Ingrid?
Name 2 important parts of Thanksgiving Dinner.
Gratitude, Family, Friends, Turkey, Cranberry Sauce, Stuffing.
Who started 'orange shirt day'?
Phyllis Webstad
What is a residential school?
A residential school is a place where students go to school AND live.
What were the students there not allowed to do?
Practice their own language, culture, religion.
What two students are from Iran?
Jila and Maryam
What month is Thanksgiving in the U.S.A.?
4th Thursday in November
What are the three words about children for Orange Shirt Day?
Every child matters.
Who are Canada's First Peoples (3)
First Nations, Metis, Inuit
What were the 3 groups responsible for bringing the Indigenous children to the Residential Schools.
Federal Government, The Church (Catholic) and the RCMP.
What student comes from Vietnam?
Kent
Name 3 things you are grateful for....
Pretty much anything