Chief Zzeh Gittlit School
Nakhwanyàa’in geenjit shòh ìidìlii
Located in Teechik (Old Crow), Chief Zzeh Gittlit is Yukon's northernmost school. It serves learners from Early Learning (K4) through Grade 12. Land-based, experiential learning is an important part of education, all students study the Gwich’in language, and take part in cultural activities.
Teechik is a fly-in community north of the Arctic Circle near the junction of the Chyah Njik (Crow River) with the Ch’oodeenjik (Porcupine River).
Chief Zzeh Gittlit School is on the traditional territory of the self-governing Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation. We honour our responsibility to live and work in a good way on Gwich’in land.
Growth Plan
At Chief Zzeh Gittlit School, we believe in connection to culture and community.
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Literacy
Chief Zzeh Gittlit works to improve literacy outcomes through the use of science-based reading strategies and culturally inclusive approaches. We value play as part of literacy development.
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Numeracy
Chief Zzeh Gittlit, numeracy is delivered in a targeted, comprehensive, and culturally-inclusive way. We value play as part of numeracy development.
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Whole child
Chief Zzeh Gittlit, we believe in a holistic approach to learning. Our staff are informed by current literature on neuroscience and its influence on learning, emotions, and the body. We focus on our learners' strengths, abilities, and interests, thereby creating a safe space in which they can learn, grow, and thrive.
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Land & language
We lift up cultural practices, traditional languages, and on the land learning at Chief Zzeh Gittlit. We listen to and learn from our elders.
School Calendar
Chief Zzeh Gittlit School
Our calendar is structured to reflect cultural ways of knowing and doing.
The school year starts in August and we have extended breaks throughout the year to spend time with families while engaged in cultural activities.