Welcome to The LOVIT Way
Learning to Observe, Value, Inspire and Transform Aboriginal Head Start programs
The LOVIT Way is a culturally relevant, inclusive framework for Indigenous Early Learning and Childcare programs to use for planning and engagement, and to ensure programming is the best it can be for children and families so that they continue to grow over time.
The LOVIT Way brings together early years program staff, families, Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and community – the Village – to witness and share with each other, and supports purposeful and cooperative action.
The LOVIT Way philosophy is structured around the Aboriginal Head Start Principles and Guidelines, and focuses on holistic programming by guiding reflection on the following areas:
AHS Beliefs & Values
Health Promotion
Parental & Family Involvement
Culture & Language
Nutrition
Accountability & Management
Education
Social Support
Leadership & Staffing
The LOVIT Way Village
The LOVIT Way Village is an online portal where people can come together to access culturally embedded tools for Indigenous early years programs, connect and share.
PEP
The Program Evaluation Process (PEP) is a set of questions
to document a program strengths, challenges and transformation
goals.
Inspire
A place to share resources and ideas to inspire members in programs acrossthe country
Sharing Circle
Ask questions and discuss topics nationally or regionally with other Village members
In the PEP we are:
Learning to Observe, Value, Inspire and Transform
LOOKING BACK
to learn to use the teachings passed on to us by our ancestors, Elders and role models
LOOKING AT OURSELVES
to observe and witness ourselves in order to value what we do, and inspire each other
LOOKING FORWARD
to plan ways to transform our program into the best it can be and to share our learning with others
The PEP includes:
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Recommendations for Action to help guide programs in the
transformation journey.
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A Narrative Report to summarize the conversation and highlight priority areas
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An Action Plan to help program staff and community members plan next steps
Benefits
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Easy to use
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Adaptable
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Online or paper copy
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In English & French
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No fees
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