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[cassava]

Jdl:

I found your comments on "cassava" to be quite amusing. However, I am afraid that your interpretation is off the mark.

The pseudonym "cassava", as used here, is not a noun but a verb. If you do some linguistic research, starting from Classical Latin and going as far as Modern Italian, you might encounter this verb form. The "Appendix Probi" might be a good starting point.

Here are a couple of clues for you--the word is related to the French verb "casser" and the phonological stress is on the first syllable, not the second, as is the case of the noun that you cite. Also, the word has largely disappeared from standard usage although it may be used in some dialects. The pronunciation is therefore "CASSava", whereas the noun that you cite is pronounced "cassAVA".

I am reminded of some religious preachers who, in haranguing their flock, usually remind them that God saved the children of Israel from starvation by delivering manna to them. The usual assumption is that "manna" is a noun, when in fact, according to the language of the day, "manna" was a verb expressing the surprise and bewilderment of the people. The meaning was "What is this?"

I expect you to arrive at the meaning and significance of the pseudonym "cassava" in a short time. Have fun.

Cheers,
CASSava.

[deena]

Sorry jdl I cannot pm you due to the fact that I have not reached the min 5 messages requirement. Yes, those were harsh words communicated by C... and unfortunately I'm sure there is some truth in them.
Politics aside, this is my email: [email protected]
Please contact me. Thank you!
Deena

[Doodly]

Deena, you need a provincial/territorial teaching license, as you would at any public Canadian school. Teaching jobs that don't require this would be far and few between. The only uncertified teachers I've worked with had experience and, more importantly, connections with people on the board/at the school.

Cassava suggested applying through INAC. Actually, you apply directly to the band's school/board. Schools on reserves are federally funded through INAC rather than the provincial ministries of education. However, INAC is not involved in recruiting.

[cassava]

[efemmera]

Hi Deena,

If you go onto the Education Canada site, there is contact info for each provincial certification body. They will be able to advise you on what you need to do to be offered certification. If your international training is not deemed equivalent, you may only have to take a few courses. These decisions vary by province. Some provinces also grant conditional or temporary certification for positions that are hard to fill. You would have a better chance receiving this type of certification if the school year already started and the position was still unfilled due to its remote location. I hope this info is helpful to you. Best wishes in your search.