Questions and Answers with Aboriginal Youth

Joshua Alook   I think school is fun because I get to spend time with my friends. The hardest part is probably trying to get my work handed in on time, but I have to do this because it is best for my future.

Jordan Brass   My schooling so far has been a challenging time in my life. In high school, assignments, tests and learning became harder. However, even though there are rough patches, I am grateful to receive a great education. The hardest thing about school is keeping up with your studies and studying. The best part about school, hands down, is sports. I play a lot of school sports, but I love volleyball the best. I definitely think there is a point in going to school. It prepares us for life by making us work and get smarter. If you are not going to learn, or are not willing to learn, there is no point in coming to school.

Melissa Corrigan   My schooling so far has been all right. There have been hard times and easy times. I find the most challenging things are writing essays and trying to get good test marks. The best part about school is getting a good test mark and feeling good about yourself.

Lacey Grandjamb   I really like school because there are so many things to get involved in, like sports. But it does get a little tough at times because in some classes there is a lesson every day and I find it hard to keep up on all the work. But, overall, schooling is good.