Whatcom Intergenerational High School acknowledges that we are occupying without permission the ancestral homelands of the Lummi (Lhaq’temish), the Nooksack (Nuxwsa'7aq), the Stillaguamish, the Nuwhaha, and the Coast Salish peoples, who have lived on and cultivated these lands and waterways since time immemorial. We also want to recognize especially the fact that our occupation has not come by peaceful means, but rather the forced removal of these peoples through the enactment of documents such as the Treaty of Point Elliot in 1855, which the United States has broken without penalty, and the Dawe’s Act of 1887. During our occupation, we hope to uplift the teachings these nations have shared with us, and to honor the histories they have had to endure because of us. As we co-exist in this era, in which we all are facing climate crises, social inequality and injustice, and states threats against treaty rights, we ask you to join us in a moment of reflection on:

- How we benefit from occupying Indigenous lands,

- How we can educate ourselves about the state-sanctioned violence and other struggles that Indigenous peoples face, which we may have the privilege to be unaware of, and

- How we can integrate this reflection into our everyday consciousness and actions. Whatcom Intergenerational High School uses this acknowledgement here as a recognition of our responsibility to continue our learning of treaty histories, contemporary Indigenous experiences, and how we can better align ourselves as an institution of education with the truth. We offer our thanks and utmost respect to these nations, on whose lands we are located.

Coast Salish word for thank you: Hyeshqu (pronounced "hi esh ka")

Mission: WIHS envisions learning designed with students and supported by elders generating deep inquiry skills, thoughtful interactions, and critical consciousness, ensuring every young person can contribute to a more just and sustainable world.

Vision: WIHS will ensure that Whatcom County high school students-regardless of their life circumstances-develop the competencies and agency for success in college, career, and life.

1. Board recruitment- we would like to develop our board by adding new members. We have a commitment to 60% members being from diverse backgrounds. We would like to add 2-3 new members by January 21. 

2. The school has a goal to raise 25K for the 20/21 school year. The board will take responsibility for 15K of the 25K. 

3. The school board will work throughout the year to solidify the establishment and work of board committees. 

• The committees need to be formed
• Have goals
• Have committee chairs and at least 2 members per committee
• Have separate meetings to do their committee work, post meeting dates on Board on Track. 

 

New board members-update

Board Agreements

Board Assessment

Board Calendar 

Approval of financials 

Academic Excellence Roadmap 

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Board Give -5K Grand Wa Charter

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