Ratihén:te High School

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Ratihén:te High School

Ratihén:te High School is a small, community-based school located in the heart of Kanehsatà:ke Mohawk Territory, on the traditional lands of the Kanien’kehá:ka people. Serving students from Secondary 1 to Secondary 5, the school provides a supportive, culturally rooted environment that fosters academic growth, Kanien’kehá:ka identity, and community pride.

more than just a school...

Our mission

To create a nurturing environment where each student can progress, take pride in their Indigenous roots and become contributing members of their community.

Our Vision

For our school environment to be a safe space that fosters mental, spiritual and personal health; to offer a learning environment that is culturally empowering and instills cultural pride; and to offer a diversified educational program that offers opportunity and success for all learners.

Our Values

Respect: We foster and encourage respectful relationships that build trust and promote a positive environment.
Responsibility: Student independence and responsibility for their academic success and behaviour are prioritized.
Accountability: Students are guided to take ownership for their actions and to be accountable for their effort and involvement.
Community-Minded: Our school is an integral part of the community and we encourage our student body to play a positive role.
Leadership: “Ratihén:te” means ‘The Leaders of Tomorrow.’ We cultivate student involvement and encourage them to make our school their own.