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Thursday, February 20
 

09:00 MST

(Pre-Reg MAX 30) Cultivating Education: Exploring the Pros and Cons of Establishing Outdoor Schools (9:00-12:40)
Thursday February 20, 2025 09:00 - 12:40 MST
Join us for an engaging session at the annual Teachers' Convention as we delve into the realm of outdoor education. In this thought-provoking discussion, we will explore the benefits and challenges of establishing outdoor schools, drawing inspiration from successful ventures like "The Farm" and "Building Futures".

Our session will begin by examining the transformative power of outdoor learning environments. We'll discuss how immersion in nature fosters curiosity, creativity, and a deep connection to the natural world among students. Through case studies and anecdotes, we'll highlight the academic, social, and emotional benefits experienced by learners in outdoor settings, from improved academic performance to enhanced mental well-being.
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avatar for Matthew Chomistek

Matthew Chomistek

Teacher, Rocky View Schools
Matt Chomistek has been teaching for 16 years, including 6 years in Alternative Education. He has taught three years at Building Futures in Cochrane, and four years as one of the co-founders of The Farm.
Thursday February 20, 2025 09:00 - 12:40 MST
Imperial 3 - HYATT Hyatt
  Inclusive Education (TQS/LQS 4), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

13:00 MST

Collaboration space for Junior High and Senior High Science Teachers
Thursday February 20, 2025 13:00 - 14:00 MST
Don't all science teachers wish we had a list at our fingertips of proven labs or demos, rather than always trying to come up with something on our own? Join in once again in collaboration with other Junior High and High School science teachers across the districts and a variety of classrooms and divisions to share your knowledge or expertise (or sheer lived-out experience) of what works and what doesn't work. Participants are asked to come prepared with a digital list of your favourite 'go to' demos and labs (including materials and procedures) for any Div 3 or 4 science class that you teach. The intention is to collaborate with one another and to leave with a great list of labs or demos that anyone can pull from, given the amount of time and/or resources you may have.
Speakers
avatar for Robyn Calvert

Robyn Calvert

Teacher, Palliser School Division
Robyn Calvert is in her 9th year teaching High School Sciences at Master’s College, with the Palliser School Division in Calgary, Alberta. Robyn has spent her whole life in Calgary, Alberta, Canada and just recently found out that she is a 4th generation Calgarian. Robyn has been... Read More →
Thursday February 20, 2025 13:00 - 14:00 MST
Imperial 3 - HYATT Hyatt
  Science (TQS 3), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)
 


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