Indigenous Education​

Indigenous Learner Support Team – Mark R. Isfeld Secondary

We are honored to introduce ourselves as the Indigenous Learner Support Team at Mark R. Isfeld Secondary. Our goal is to support students and families through cultural connection, advocacy, and community building.

Tyler Lowe – Indigenous Support Worker

Ey Swayel, my name is Tyler Lowe. My ancestry is Coast Salish from the Xwchíyò:m, Chowéthel, and Pil’alt tribes, along with Scottish and British Roots. I am deeply grateful for my role as an ISW, where I strive to meet students where they are and provide a safe, supportive space for them to thrive. I place great value on building trusting relationships, uplifting students through challenges and transitions, celebrating their successes, and helping create a strong foundation of resources and support when it’s needed most. I look forward to connecting with you all and wish you an incredible year ahead.

Thanks kindly, Tyler

Joanne Fischer – Indigenous Student Success Teacher

Hello, My name is Joanne Fischer and I am very excited to be joining the team at Mark R. Isfeld Secondary as the new Indigenous Student Success Teacher (Grad Coach).

I am of Chipewyan and Gwich’in ancestry from the Northwest Territories, along with Danish and English ancestry.

My focus will be on mentoring and supporting Indigenous students academically, helping them navigate high school, and successfully reach graduation.

I look forward to getting to know the students, families, and school community and supporting students on their journey to success.

Thank you, Joanne

JoAnn Restoule – Ni’Noxsola (Knowledge Keeper) & Cultural Presenter

čɛčɛhaθɛč ǥilakas’la Anniin Boozhoo

My name is JoAnn Restoule-Bedoss, Kadow Nindizhinikaaz, a name given to me by my maternal grandmother, Deline Dokis. I am Anishnaabe – Anishnaabe Kwe, and my clans are Wajask (Muskrat) and Migisi (Eagle).

I come from Okekindawt-Dokis Bay in Ontario and have lived on the lands of the Pentłatch, E’ikʷsən, and K’omoks (Sathloot & Sasitla) for over 40 years. I honour my ancestry from the Anishnaabe-Ojibway, English, and French peoples. I am a mother of two and grandmother of four, whose roots also include the E’ikʷsən and the ‘Namigis Kwakwaka’wakw of Alert Bay.

Since 1997, I’ve worked in schools and now serve as part of the Ni’ Noxsola (Knowledge Keeper Program) and as a Cultural Presenter in Indigenous Education. I am deeply grateful to work with our youth—our future leaders—during this time of reconnection and healing.
Chi Miigwetch – All My Relations.

 Our Work Is Guided by Four Key Goals:

  • Foster Indigenous students’ sense of belonging, cultural identity, and self-esteem.
  • Foster academic success of all Indigenous students.
  • Foster awareness of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit culture and teachings with all students.
  • Foster Indigenous students’ confidence in leadership.

We are here to support, listen, and advocate for you. Please don’t hesitate to reach out—we look forward to a meaningful and connected school year.