Bimose Tribal Council was excited to host our 10th Annual Anishinaabemowin Language Bowl in Wauzhushk Onigum Nation, bringing together students from Grades 1–6 for a fun day of language, learning, and friendly competition.
The Language Bowl gives students an opportunity to build their Anishinaabemowin skills, connect with one another, and celebrate the language together in a positive and encouraging environment. It was great to see so much participation, enthusiasm, and school spirit throughout the day.
After some close competition, Migisi Sahgaigan School earned first place for the fifth time and will once again be taking the trophy back to their school. Congratulations to the students and staff on this impressive achievement and continued dedication to learning and celebrating Anishinaabemowin.
Final standings included:
1st Place – Migisi Sahgaigan School
2nd Place – Wapshki Penasi School
3rd Place – Gaagagekiizhik School
4th Place – David Kejick School
Moderators were — Karen Kejick, Sharon Packo, Andrea Jourdain, Judy Land, and Cindy Piche — for helping keep the day moving and supporting students throughout the competition.
Thank you as well to our emcee, Jyles Copenace, Elder Ron P. McDonald (assisted by Melinda Bain) and our drummers Julian Jordan, Freeman White Jr., Randy White, and Steven Fisher. The Ogichidaa Drum was kindly provided from Wauzhushk Onigum Nation.
Chi-Miigwech to all of the students, schools, staff, and supporters who joined us and helped make this year’s Language Bowl a success. Events like these continue to create space for Anishinaabemowin to be learned, used, and celebrated together.
