Learning Opportunities

Jackie Carson is a proud citizen of the Otipemisiwak Métis Government, with roots connecting her to the historical Lac Ste Anne and St. Albert Métis communities. Along with her husband and three active teenage children, she resides in Spruce Grove, Alberta. Jackie graduated from the University of Alberta, specializing in Elementary Education with a focus on Native Studies. She has taught a wide range of ages and subjects in the K-12 system and has extended her experience by serving a term as an Elected School Trustee. Jackie is committed to infusing Métis- specific knowledge and ways of being into all learning spaces and continues to expand her understanding and expertise as the Program Coordinator for the Early Learning Education and Childcare Training (ELECT) program with Rupertsland Center for Teaching and Learning.

Jackie Carson is a proud citizen of the Otipemisiwak Métis Government, with roots connecting her to the historical Lac Ste Anne and St. Albert Métis communities. Along with her husband and three active teenage children, she resides in Spruce Grove, Alberta. Jackie graduated from the University of Alberta, specializing in Elementary Education with a focus on Native Studies. She... Read more »

Angel Tuttle is a proud Métis woman honoured to be a member of the Otipemisiwak Métis Government. She has deep ancestral roots predominantly connected to the communities of Lac Ste Anne and St. Albert. Angel is an educator. She graduated from the University of Alberta and has been a certified teacher for 30 years, working with students ranging from preschoolers (ages 2.5 years old) to adults. While teaching Kindergarten, Angel received the Teacher's Award of Excellence, recognizing her exceptional educational contributions. With extensive experience in early learning and special education, Angel served as an Indigenous Lead Teacher in her former school district. Committed to lifelong learning, she has pursued numerous courses and earned diverse certifications. Angel began her journey with Rupertsland Institute after being selected to contribute to an expert focus group for Early Learning Education and Childcare Training (ELECT), where she also took on the role of lead Educator. Deeply committed to reclaiming her culture, Angel is passionate about sharing her journey with others. She now serves as a Métis Education Consultant for Rupertsland Institute.

Angel Tuttle is a proud Métis woman honoured to be a member of the Otipemisiwak Métis Government. She has deep ancestral roots predominantly connected to the communities of Lac Ste Anne and St. Albert. Angel is an educator. She graduated from the University of Alberta and has been a certified teacher for 30 years, working with students ranging from preschoolers (ages 2.5 years... Read more »