Our Partnerships
Henry Coaster Memorial School works with key partners to provide comprehensive education, support services, and enrichment opportunities for our students and community.
Strong partnerships are foundational to the success of our school. Through collaboration with regional education organizations, service providers, and community partners, we ensure our students have access to the best possible learning experiences and support.
— Our Key Foundational Partners
Matawa Education
Matawa First Nations Management is a tribal council representing nine Ojibwe and Cree First Nations in Northern Ontario, including Marten Falls First Nation. The Matawa Education Department is dedicated to supporting schools across Matawa communities through advisory services, educational programs, and resources that promote culturally relevant education.
Matawa Education provides Henry Coaster Memorial School with comprehensive support including literacy and numeracy resources, mental health services, cultural education programming, and school success planning. This partnership ensures our students benefit from a network of Indigenous education expertise while maintaining strong connections to our community's values and traditions.
Key Services:
- School advisory and support services
- Language revitalization initiatives
- Professional development for educators
- Post-secondary pathway support
Anishinaabeg Animiikii Bimaadiziwin
Culture, Identity & Community Learning
Anishinaabeg Animiikii Bimaadiziwin supports Henry Coaster Memorial School through culturally grounded learning led by Orville Councillor and David Samard. Students participate in drumming, storytelling, and the foundations of traditional dance, while also learning through visits from guest hoop dancers, youth performers, and flute players. This partnership creates meaningful opportunities for students to connect with Anishinaabe culture, identity, and artistic expression through lived, hands-on experiences rooted in community knowledge.
Key Services:
- Traditional drumming and singing instruction
- Storytelling and oral tradition teachings
- Hoop dancing and traditional dance foundations
- Cultural performances and guest artists
— Education Partners
Greenfield Learning
Literacy & Numeracy Support
Greenfield Learning supports Henry Coaster Memorial School through evidence-based digital learning programs that strengthen foundational skills in reading and math. Their primary supports include Lexia Core5 Reading, which provides structured literacy instruction in phonics, vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension, and Symphony Math, a visual and concept-based math program that builds strong number sense and problem-solving skills. These tools allow learning to be personalized for each student while providing teachers with data to guide instruction and targeted support.
Key Services:
- Lexia Core5 Reading program for literacy development
- Symphony Math for concept-based math learning
- Personalized learning pathways for each student
- Data-driven insights for targeted instruction
Connected North
Live Learning Beyond the Community
Connected North brings live, interactive learning experiences into the classroom through two-way video technology. This partnership connects students with Indigenous mentors, role models, and experts, giving them access to learning opportunities that may not be available locally. Sessions are engaging, culturally relevant, and designed to inspire curiosity, confidence, and a broader sense of possibility while supporting student well-being and engagement.
Key Services:
- Live two-way interactive video sessions
- Connections with Indigenous mentors and role models
- Culturally relevant learning experiences
- Student well-being and engagement support
— Support Service Partners
Anderson Therapy Services
Student Development & Well-Being
Anderson Therapy Services partners with schools to provide professional allied-health supports that promote student development and well-being. Their services may include speech and language supports, developmental and social-emotional interventions, and collaborative work with educators and families. Designed with northern and remote communities in mind, these supports help students build communication skills, confidence, and strategies for success both in and out of the classroom.
Key Services:
- Speech and language therapy
- Developmental and social-emotional interventions
- Collaborative support with educators and families
- Remote-focused service delivery for northern communities
Creative Therapy Services
Partnership information coming soon.
What to include:
- Types of therapy offered
- Wellness support
- Mental health services
— Cultural & Arts Partners
Barn Owl Music
Music Education & Performance
Barn Owl Music connects students at Henry Coaster Memorial School with quality music instruction through a blend of virtual lessons and in-person visits. Music teacher Felipe Pereira brings music to life at HCMS, engaging students through daily music lessons that build creativity, confidence, and artistic expression. Students receive one-on-one instruction in piano, ukulele, drums, and guitar, developing skills at their own pace while discovering the joy of making music.
Felipe visits the community 4-5 times throughout the school year, providing hands-on instruction and mentorship. Each visit culminates in a school-wide music concert where students are encouraged to perform individually on piano or guitar, or participate in group class performances, celebrating their musical growth with the community.
Key Services:
- Daily virtual music lessons
- One-on-one piano, ukulele, drum, and guitar instruction
- In-person community visits (4-5 times per year)
- Student music concerts and performances
— Community Partners
Marten Falls First Nation
Henry Coaster Memorial School proudly serves the Marten Falls First Nation community. Our school works in close partnership with the community to ensure education reflects local values, traditions, and priorities.
Key Services:
- Community governance and educational oversight
- Elder involvement and cultural guidance
- Land-based learning opportunities
- Support for community events and traditions
Partner With Us
Interested in partnering with Henry Coaster Memorial School? We welcome organizations that share our commitment to Indigenous education and student success.