Cindy Freeman
Ghùch Tlâ Community School
Carcross, Yukon
Connected North has brought the outside world to Carcross. The students have
been able to experience and interact with incredible instructors from across North
America. This program allows students to visit places they would otherwise not get
the chance to see. The interaction between our guests and students is remarkable.
The students learn to ask intelligent questions, expand their horizons, and share
their knowledge.
One thing I have noticed is that the students really like to demonstrate their
knowledge in an area, and the instructors are always so impressed with them. This
builds confidence and has increased their desire to learn more. This is an excellent
way of fostering a love of learning.
Connecting to the World
My name is Cynthia Freeman, and I have been teaching
for over 25 years, 24 in the Yukon. I have taught in two
communities, Watson Lake and Carcross. I have taught
everything from kindergarten to grade 5, Learning
assistance, Reading Recovery and literacy support. I have
taught many kinds of split and straight grades: 1/2, 2/3,
1/2/3, and 3/4.
Presently I am teaching 3/4 split at Ghùch Tlâ Community
School in Carcross (where I have been for 20 years).
Carcross is a small community about 85 km south of
Whitehorse, Yukon. Carcross is nestled in between two
lakes and surrounded by mountains.
Introduction
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