"Hazelton Rocks"

The 'Smiles' children sliding down the hill behind the First Nations High School

A long trek up the hill.

First Nations High School students enjoying a day on the slopes in Smithers, BC.

FNHS enjoying an Outdoor Barbeque

Follow the Dream - Hazelton's Emissary Project

The Gitksan Wet'suwet'en Education Society / First Nations High School Emmisary Web-site is a student driven project dedicated to the 2010 Olympics hosted in Vancouver, BC this February 12^th to the 28^th.

It is with great joy, fanfare and unity that the First Nations High School undertake this project to celebrate the Olympics. Our mission is to be emissarys of both the Gitxsan nation and Hazelton Region. Many of our articles will feature stories from our youth; reflecting our Gitxsan traditions and Heritage. Here you will also find stories focused on Hazelton and the many beautiful landmarks we enjoy within our territory.

The Hazelton's celebrate 'Torch Relay'

Carol Huynh at the First Nations High School roadside vigil

On Saturday January 30, 2010 the Hazelton and Gitxsan People joined together to celebrate the 2010 Olympic Torch Relay. Our very own First Nations High School commemorated the event by holding a roadside vigil, lighting candles with heartfelt pride and accord with the Olympic torch.

With an air of laughter and smiles, many community members joined our group, grabbing candles and First Nations High School flags to wave. By the time the torch relay passed, the First Nations High School had a sizeable crowd cheering and saying Hazelton is Hockeyville. Crowd members overheard the Torch relay caravan stating "Whoa, You guys Rock" or "Yeah, Canadians Rock."

See more about Hazelton's Torch Relay Celebration...

Gitksan Wet'suwet'en Education Society / First Nations High School