CSB Check-In

Cree School Board

CSB Check-In engages students, parents and community members that help us promote student success in our schools. The podcast is in the East Cree language and the targeted audience is the James Bay Cree hosted by Nick Wapachee. We provide the highest quality content that gathers thoughts, ideas and sounds related to Eeyou education. The podcast's goal is to expand a dedicated listener base that embraces and supports CSB Check-In because they believe it enriches, entertains and improves their lives, and they feel like their school is the best place to learn!

  1. 3d ago

    Episode 37 - June 24, 2026 - Nick Wapachee

    Welcome back to CSB Check-In’s 37th episode. We’re glad to be back on air with you.  Today’s show is full  of updates and stories for our community, students, and parents. Let’s get started.

    44 min

  2. May 27

    Episode 36 - May 27, 2026 - Nick Wapachee

    Welcome back to Episode 35 of CSB Check-In. In this episode, we share Cree School Board updates, student opportunities, and community stories — including a special Annie Whiskeychan Day message from Director General Caroline Mark, Voyageur Memorial High School’s “Love of Reading” Nights, the Advanced Indigenous Information and Communication Technologies program, school registration reminders, and important Adult and Higher Learning deadline updates.

    26 min

  3. Apr 29

    Episode 35 - April 29, 2026 - Nick Wapachee

    Welcome back to CSB Check-In’s 35th episode. We’re glad to be back on air with you.  Today’s show is full of updates and stories for our community, students, and parents. Let’s get started.  First, we have “Did You Know?” We’ll share helpful facts about the Cree School Board that you may not have heard before.  Next, we’ll hear from Cree School Board Director General Caroline Mark as she shares a message for Goose Break.  We’ll take a moment to hear from Liam Swallow, a youth from Mistissini High School, as he shares his earliest memory of Goose Break. He talks about spending time on the land with family — a time of learning, connection, and belonging. His story reminds us how being on the land helps pass on knowledge, traditions, and culture to the next generation.  Before we continue, we’d like to highlight the Advanced Indigenous Information and Communication Technologies program offered through the Cree School Board. This fully funded program prepares students for future studies and careers in the tech industry. It provides hands-on training, internships, and the skills needed to succeed in high-demand fields.  Calling all aspiring students. Stay tuned for important updates on Adult and Higher Learning program deadlines.  And if you’re looking for work, we have job opportunities available at the Cree School Board. We’ll share the details.  Thanks for joining us.  I’m Nick Wapachee. Let’s get started.

    31 min

  4. Feb 25

    Episode 33 - February 25, 2026 - Nick Wapachee

    Hello everyone, I’m Nick Wapachee. Welcome back to our 33rd episode. We’re glad to be back on air with you. Today’s show is full of updates and stories for our community, students, and parents. Let’sget started. First, we have “Did You Know?”We’ll share helpful facts about the Cree School Board that you may not have heard before. Next, we’ll hear from Principal Paul Starnino of Willie J. Happyjack Memorial School in Waswanipi, along with students who presented their science projects at the Cree School Board Regional Science Fair, hosted in the Cree Nation of Waswanipi. We’re also pleased to welcome Darlene Cheechoo, our new Deputy Director General (Adult and Higher Learning) for adult learners. She’ll share her vision and priorities, and how she plans to support learners at every stage. The Higher Learning, Building Capacity Conference wrapped up this weekend in Ottawa.Students, educators, employers, and community partners came together to connect and build pathways for the future. We’ll hear from students about what the experience meant to them. Calling all aspiring students. Stay tuned for important updates on Adult and Higher Learning program deadlines. And if you’re looking for work, we have job opportunities available at the Cree School Board. We’ll share the details. Thanks for joining us.

    34 min

  5. Jan 28

    Episode 32 - January 28, 2026 - Nick Wapachee

    Join host Nick Wapachee as we return on-air with a packed episode for community members, students, and parents. This episode features Did You Know? with facts about the Cree School Board, a conversation with Betty Anne Forward on why attendance matters, reflections from parents and leadership on the Stronger Together Symposium, and a look ahead to the upcoming Higher Learning, Building Capacity Conference. We also share important updates on Sabtuan programs, Post-Secondary Student Services deadlines, and current job opportunities at the Cree School Board. Tune in and stay connected to Cree education.

    44 min

  6. 12/24/2025

    Episode 31 - December 24 , 2025 - Nick Wapachee

    In this episode, we share updates and stories from across the Cree School Board. Did You Know? – learn more about the Cree School BoardChristmas greetings from Chairperson Dr. Sarah Pashagumskum and CSB commissionersReflections from parents and leadership on the Stronger Together SymposiumA look at a new page on www.eeyoueducation.caAdult Education and Higher Learning deadline remindersCurrent job opportunities at the Cree School BoardThank you for listening to CSB Check-In with Nick Wapachee.

    34 min

  7. 11/27/2025

    Episode 30 - November 26, 2025 - Nick Wapachee

    Hello, everyone! Welcome back to the CSB Check-In! I'mNick Wapachee and We're excited to be back on-air for our 30th episode! Today's show is packed with exciting and informative segments that are sure to keep you engaged. We have something for everyone – community members, students, and parents alike. So, let's dive right in! The first part of our show is called "Did You Know?” We will besharing information about the Cree School Board. Get ready to discover some interesting facts! Next up, we’ll be hearing from the principal Brian Dioszeghy and vice-principal Priscilla Gilpin of Big River High. Talking about the new update facilities for the students and the impact this new school will have on the community.

    34 min

  8. 10/30/2025

    Episode 29 - October 29, 2025 - Nick Wapachee

    Hello, everyone! Welcome back to the CSB Check-In! I'm Gerald Weistche and I’m passing this to Nick Wapachee now. He’s back! Thank you, Gerald, for doing this show! I am excited to be back and host this month’s CSB Check-In. We're excited to be back on-air for our 29th episode! Today's show is packed with exciting and informative segments that are sure to keep you engaged. We have something for everyone – community members, students, andparents alike. So, let's dive right in! The first part of our show is called "Did You Know?” We will besharing information about the Cree School Board. Get ready to discover some interesting facts!

    32 min
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CSB Check-In engages students, parents and community members that help us promote student success in our schools. The podcast is in the East Cree language and the targeted audience is the James Bay Cree hosted by Nick Wapachee. We provide the highest quality content that gathers thoughts, ideas and sounds related to Eeyou education. The podcast's goal is to expand a dedicated listener base that embraces and supports CSB Check-In because they believe it enriches, entertains and improves their lives, and they feel like their school is the best place to learn!

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  • Creator
    Cree School Board
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    36
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Cree School Board
  • Show Website
    CSB Check-In