PDTCA 2025: Full Schedule

The PDTCA Board hopes you have an amazing Convention 2025!
Emergency Procedures Calgary Telus Convention Centre
Emergency Procedures Hyatt
Human Rights Statement
Land Acknowledgement

CALGARY TELUS CONVENTION CENTRE (CTCC) and HYATT - address

Adding the session to your Sched schedule does not mean you are pre-registered.
Pre-Registration will OPEN February 1, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. and CLOSE February 16, 2025 AT 8:00 p.m.

How to pre-register - Check the infographic For Pre-Registered sessions please use the pre-registration link in the session description.

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Convention at a Glance Link will be available here in Mid-February

Professional Responsibility
“On the two school days of your assigned teachers’ convention, you have a legal and professional responsibility to attend convention. If you are not able to make it safely to your assigned convention, however, your collective agreement may include impassable roads or inclement weather clauses that you can access. If your collective agreement does not include language specific to road conditions or weather, you may make use of the personal leave clauses of your agreement in most cases. Please be aware that using any of these types of leave may require you to pay substitute costs, forego a portion of your salary and benefits, or report to your school or another work location in your district. Refer to your collective agreement for more information. Should you require any additional information or if you need assistance interpreting your collective agreement, please contact Teacher Employment Services at 1-800-232-7208 or 780-447-9400.”
This information is also found on the Frequently Asked Questions page on the www.ataconventions.ca website. If you have any further questions regarding this, please contact Daniel.Maas@ata.ab.ca.

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09:00 MST

Beyond Superwoman - Embracing Imperfection and Prioritizing yourself

Friday February 21, 2025 09:00 - 10:00 MST

Macleod Hall D - CTCC

Are you a high-performing teacher feeling overwhelmed by the relentless demands of your professional and personal life? As a mother/parent, leader, and multitasker extraordinaire, it's easy to find yourself at the bottom of your own priority list, constantly striving to meet the needs of others while neglecting your own well-being.

In this transformative presentation, we address the all-too-common experience of high-performing women/parents who feel stretched thin, anxious, and perpetually behind. Drawing from real-world experiences and expert insights, I unveil the 6 essential keys to reclaiming ownership of your needs and your life, granting yourself guilt-free permission to rise to the top of your own to-do list.

Speakers

Andrea Mishio

Teacher

With 17 years of invaluable experience in the education field, Andrea brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the table. After spending 15 years teaching in a junior high school setting, she now finds herself in the world of early childhood education as a dedicated kindergarten... Read More →

Friday February 21, 2025 09:00 - 10:00 MST
Macleod Hall D - CTCC

Keynotes and Special Events, ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

09:00 MST

Word Study and vocabulary - Building Thinking Classroom style

Friday February 21, 2025 09:00 - 10:00 MST

Imperial 8 - HYATT

Discover innovative ways to integrate Building Thinking Classrooms (BTC) strategies into your word study and vocabulary instruction in LA, Science and Social Studies. This hands-on session focuses on using word study like "Words Their Way" and other effective vocabulary study techniques to enhance content understanding.
What to Expect:

Word Study in Action: Explore BTC activities that make word study engaging and meaningful.
Vocabulary Deep Dive: Learn strategies to enrich vocabulary learning in Science and Social Studies.
Content Integration: Experience practical applications of BTC methods to boost student comprehension in content areas.

Speakers

Joshua LaFleur

Learning Specialist, Rocky View Schools

Joshua is a learning specialist coaching teachers around literacy instruction, language acquisition, and supporting English as an Additional Language learners. He regularly facilitates professional learning and is a doctoral candidate focusing on equity, diversity, and inclusion in... Read More →

Friday February 21, 2025 09:00 - 10:00 MST
Imperial 8 - HYATT Hyatt

Language Arts (TQS 3), Div2 (Gr 4-6)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

09:00 MST

Maximize Impact by Aligning Mathematics Teaching with the Science of Learning

Friday February 21, 2025 09:00 - 10:00 MST

Macleod Hall E3 - CTCC

Learn how to maximize student understanding by applying evidence-based principles from the Science of Learning to your mathematics teaching. In this session we will investigate how to structure content during lessons and how to apply research-based principles of instruction. This includes:

- using a micro-scaffolding approach that builds upon student prior understanding and connects mathematics concepts;
- reducing cognitive load and creating a truly inclusive classroom;
- applying Rosenshine’s principles of instruction to ensure your teaching is impactful.

You will leave this session with a new understanding of evidence-based instruction and a variety of strategies to immediately apply in the classroom.

Speakers

Carla French

Teacher, Calgary Board of Education

Carla French specializes in elementary mathematics teaching. She is currently a grade 5/6/8 math/science teacher with CBE and a sessional instructor with the University of Alberta’s Campus Saint-Jean satellite program in Calgary. Carla is dedicated to helping teachers develop their... Read More →

Friday February 21, 2025 09:00 - 10:00 MST
Macleod Hall E3 - CTCC

Mathematics (TQS 3), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

09:00 MST

The Hundreds Chart from Arithmetic to Algebra

Friday February 21, 2025 09:00 - 10:00 MST

Macleod Hall E4 - CTCC

Students encounter the 100’s chart in the primary grades. Learn how to build upon their understanding of simple arithmetic to foster a deep understanding of algebraic skills. A seamless transition from arithmetic to algebra will have all students engaged in learning. Students will finish by creating their own algebra project based on the chart. A classroom-ready handout is available.

Speakers

Brad Fulton

Educational Consultant, Enterprise Elementary School District

Known for motivating and engaging teachers and students, Brad Fulton has co-authored over a dozen books and hundreds of resources that provide easy-to-teach yet mathematically rich activities for busy teachers. Drawing upon over four decades in education, Brad is a frequent presenter... Read More →

Friday February 21, 2025 09:00 - 10:00 MST
Macleod Hall E4 - CTCC

Mathematics (TQS 3), Div3 (Gr 7-9)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

09:00 MST

Embracing the Chaos - Teaching as a Neurodiverse Music Educator

Friday February 21, 2025 09:00 - 10:00 MST

Imperial 1 - HYATT

Are you a neuro-diverse music educator? Discover the hidden strengths within neuro-diverse educators and join in the conversation around transforming challenges into opportunities in this session. Join Sarah Seymour a self-proclaimed Neuro-Spicey music educator and together delve into why being neuro-diverse is a gift to both students and the teaching profession. Explore strategies to enhance executive functioning, organization, and sensory issues, while gaining valuable tools for planning and teaching. This session not only empowers educators to excel but provides insights that can benefit their students as well. Participants will depart with fresh ideas, suggested apps, and resources to bolster their teaching, and the invaluable chance to connect and exchange ideas with like-minded individuals. Embrace the chaos and thrive as a neuro-diverse music educator!

Link to Presentation Content
https://sites.google.com/rvschools.ab.ca/embracing-the-chaos/home

Speakers

Sarah Seymour

Sarah Seymour graduated from the University of Lethbridge with a Bachelor of Music and a Bachelor of Education in 2000. Sarah is a Conductor (both choral and instrumental) Pianist, Soprano, plays her Trumpet "Felix", Euphonium "Brunhilde" and is a Percussionist. She is the proud mom... Read More →

Friday February 21, 2025 09:00 - 10:00 MST
Imperial 1 - HYATT Hyatt

Music & Band (TQS 3), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

09:00 MST

High School Sports vs Club Sports - We are all part of the same team!

Friday February 21, 2025 09:00 - 10:00 MST

Imperial 9 - HYATT

As high school coaches we have been entrusted with a big responsibility. Every sport has their own LTD but how can we marry the similarities and differences in a way that allows us to promote multi-sport athletes, enjoy successful seasons, and create situations where everyone wins. Us vs them is not a path forward. Lets be the solution to potential conflicts between school and club sports by working together and coming up with solutions that work for everyone.

Speakers

Cole Hintz

Teacher, Strathmore High School, Golden Hills School Division

Cole Hintz is a teacher at Strathmore High School. Over the past three years he has overseen a project based, community focused, grant funded, greenhouse project that has become a vibrant community hub utilized by students and community members alike to further enhance the collective... Read More →

Matt Laslo

Teacher, Strathmore High School, Golden Hills School Division

Matt Laslo is a teacher from Strathmore High School. He has spent decades as both a high school and community coach. He is the world's greatest volleyball fan, but since Cole is incredibly talented, he has found himself coaching basketball for the past decade.

Friday February 21, 2025 09:00 - 10:00 MST
Imperial 9 - HYATT Hyatt

Physical Education (TQS 3), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

09:00 MST

Work smarter, not harder. Utilizing time effectively - Collaborative workspace

Friday February 21, 2025 09:00 - 10:00 MST

Telus 110 - CTCC

Bring your friends, bring your work. Use this time to work with peers to calibrate your marking across subjects or grades.

Do you need some ideas on how to get assessments done effectively with timely feedback? Do you struggle with HOW LONG it takes to look at assignments? Then this session is for you. Work with your peers to calibrate assessments and learn strategies to work more effectively.

Speakers

Barb Olson

I will try anything with enthusiasm, even this event! I am Mother to 2 boys and you can find me watching their sports around Rockyview.

Friday February 21, 2025 09:00 - 10:00 MST
Telus 110 - CTCC

Reflection/Collaboration (TQS/LQS 2), ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

09:00 MST

Lab Skills Performance Assessments in Chemistry

Friday February 21, 2025 09:00 - 10:00 MST

Telus 106 - CTCC

Performance assessments are authentic ways for students to demonstrate their abilities and can positively affect students’ attitudes toward the lab, their academic achievement, and upon the overall environment of the classroom. When used in conjunction with student self-assessment checklists performance assessments can also promote metacognitive activity. This session will present how to administer performance assessments of five basic lab skills and the benefits to the classroom that result.

Speakers

Tyler Buchan

Tyler Buchan is a teacher at Salisbury Composite High School in Sherwood Park. He has taught science for over 20 years at schools in Alberta, Burkina Faso and Jamaica. He has degrees in Education, and Arts from the University of Alberta, and a Masters of Science in Science Education... Read More →

Friday February 21, 2025 09:00 - 10:00 MST
Telus 106 - CTCC

Science (TQS 3), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

09:00 MST

6 concepts pour une édudcation émancipatrice en français (9:00-11:20)

Friday February 21, 2025 09:00 - 11:20 MST

Macleod Hall C - CTCC

Note: the following session would be presented in French specifically for the francophone association:

Plusieurs programmes d'études des sciences humaines au Canada intègrent un cadre conceptuel tiré des travaux de Peter Seixas et Tom Morton sur les 6 concepts de la pensée historique (https://histoirereperes.ca/les-six-concepts). En revanche, il n'existe aucun cadre conceptuel équivalent pour les cours de français langue première ou français langue seconde. Comment une approche conceptuelle pourrait-elle nous permettre de développer une vision beaucoup plus ambitieuse et optimiste de ce que les élèves peuvent faire, être et accomplir en apprenant le français? Cet atelier présentera un cadre de 6 approches à la langue, qui sont:

- historisante
-fondée sur le lieu
-fondée sur une compréhension des droits
-soulignant la production de sens comme l'effet d'une négociation consensuelle
-prônant la résilience communicative,
-ludique et célébratoire

À travers une série de récits et d'exemples concrets, l'atelier argumentera que l'intégration d'un tel cadre conceptuel nous permet non seulement de répondre à nos engagements en matière d'éducation autochtonisée, anti-raciste, anti-oppressive et SOGI-inclusif , mais également de créer une expérience d'apprentissage inspirante, voire émancipatrice, pour nos jeunes.

Speakers

Elizabeth Rush

Elizabeth Rush is a public school teacher, community translator, and language justice activist. Growing up on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territory of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations,  Elizabeth... Read More →

Friday February 21, 2025 09:00 - 11:20 MST
Macleod Hall C - CTCC

French & International Languages (TQS 3), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language French
Is Pre-registration required No

09:00 MST

(Pre-Reg MAX 30 Off-Site) Step into Winter Safety: Snowshoeing for Health & Wellness (9:00-15:20)

Friday February 21, 2025 09:00 - 15:20 MST

Off-Site

Join Vicki Perkins, Alberta Park’s Environmental Education Specialist for this full day snowshoeing session at Chester Lake in Kananaskis Country! This session is designed for teachers who want to deepen their understanding of snow science and winter safety while embracing their personal health and wellness. We’ll profile winter outdoor activities, stories, and resources that you can adapt to your specific learning environments. Our journey includes snowshoeing on and off trail covering a distance of 5 km with an elevation gain of 380 m. Please come prepared to be outside with warm winter clothing, winter boots, lunch and a thermos of hot beverage. Snowshoes required.
Location: Chester Lake Snowshoe trail, Peter Lougheed Provincial Park.

Transportation: Teachers are required to provide their own transportation. Please consider car pooling.

Directions
From Calgary head west on Hwy 1. Turn south on HWY 40 (by the Stoney Nakoda Casino). Continue south on Hwy 40 for approximately 45 min/51km to the winter highway closure in Peter Lougheed Provincial Park. Turn right onto Kananaskis Lakes Trail. Follow the KLT for 2 km until you reach the Smith Dorrien Trail junction (Hwy 742). Drive approximately 21 km north of this intersection. The parking lot is marked by a blue sign and will be on your right-hand side. We will meet you in the Chester Lake parking lot.
Note:
• there is no cell coverage at this location.
• Outhouse facilities are in the parking lot.
• Maps will be sent to registered participants.

This session has a participant fee of $10.50. Pre-Registration Link

Speakers

Vicki Perkins

Environmental Education Coordinator, Alberta Parks

Vicki (she/her) grew up on the traditional territory of the Huron-Wendat, Haudenosaunee, Anishinaabe, Seneca, and Chippewa peoples. Time spent among the majestic white pines and flowing waters sparked her passion for nature and storytelling. For over 25 years, Vicki has worked internationally... Read More →

Friday February 21, 2025 09:00 - 15:20 MST
Off-Site

Environmental & Outdoor Education (TQS 3), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee Yes
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required Yes

09:00 MST

(Pre-Reg MAX 20 Off-Site) Why wouldn't you want to go Cross Country skiing with your students? (9:00-15:20)

Friday February 21, 2025 09:00 - 15:20 MST

Off-Site

This session will be hosted at the West Bragg Creek Day Use Area. I will be sharing skills and management techniques to successfully have your students learn to XC ski with confidence. I will introduce techniques/drills to develop student confidence on the snow and progress to leading the group for a ski tour using existing groomed trails. Participants need to be prepared for outdoor activities. Cross country ski packages are available for rent for $25 donation to the Westmount School Outdoor Education program.

This session has a participant fee of $10.50. Pre-Registration Link

Speakers

Steven Kotowich

Teacher, Westmount Charter School

I have been a teacher for 27 years who has loves to be outdoors. In that time, I have been leading all types of outdoor activities with students ranging from day hikes to backpacking trips, snowshoeing to cross country skiing. If it gets students active and outside of a classroom... Read More →

Friday February 21, 2025 09:00 - 15:20 MST
Off-Site

Physical Education (TQS 3), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee Yes
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required Yes

09:00 MST

(Pre-Reg MAX 30 Off-Site) Snowshoes & Pedagogy: A Teacher’s Trek into Winter Education (9:00-15:20)

Friday February 21, 2025 09:00 - 15:20 MST

Off-Site

Join Andrea Barnes, Alberta Park’s Environmental Education Specialist, for this full day session on snowshoes at Hogarth Lakes in Kananaskis Country! On this full day adventure, we’ll delve into the NEW K to 6 curriculum in a winter context. Through captivating stories, interactive games and hands on activities, Andrea will profile and engage you in a variety of unique and exciting ways to bring the new curriculum outdoors. Our trek will be flattish (89 m elevation), occasionally on and off trail, covering a distance of approximately 3 km. Please come prepared to be outside with warm winter clothing, winter boots, lunch and a thermos of hot beverage. Snowshoes required.
Location: Hogarth Lake Snowshoe trail, Peter Lougheed Provincial Park.

Transportation: Teachers are required to provide their own transportation. Please consider car pooling.

Directions
From Calgary head west on Hwy 1. Turn south on HWY 40 (by the Stoney Nakoda Casino). Continue south on Hwy 40 for approximately 45 min/51km to the winter highway closure in Peter Lougheed Provincial Park. Turn right onto Kananaskis Lakes Trail. Follow the KLT for 2 km until you reach the Smith Dorrien Trail junction (Hwy 742). Drive approximately 21 km north of this intersection. The parking lot is marked by a blue sign labeled Burstall and will be on your left-hand side. We will meet you in the Burstall Day Use parking lot. The Hogarth Lake snowshoe trail starts from this trailhead.
Note:
• there is no cell coverage at this location.
• Outhouse facilities are in the parking lot.
• Maps will be sent to registered participants.

This session has a participant fee of $10.50. Pre-Registration Link

Speakers

Andrea Barnes

Environmental Education Specialist, Alberta Parks - Kananaskis Country

Andrea is passionate about teaching and learning outdoors. She has been the Formal Education Coordinator with Alberta Parks in Kananaskis Country for the past 20 years where she has been developing, delivering and evaluating field experiences for students and professional development... Read More →

Friday February 21, 2025 09:00 - 15:20 MST
Off-Site

Science (TQS 3), ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6)

Session has participant fee Yes
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required Yes

10:20 MST

Struggling to comment

Friday February 21, 2025 10:20 - 11:20 MST

Telus 110 - CTCC

Collaborative workspace - work with peers or self to create Personalized, Meaningful, Curriculum Based Concise comments.
I will show you how to use the Power Teacher Comment bank to save time inputting comments and how to use the smart text features. Then you will have time to try out these features, as well as worktime to create comments specific to you.

Speakers

Barb Olson

I will try anything with enthusiasm, even this event! I am Mother to 2 boys and you can find me watching their sports around Rockyview.

Friday February 21, 2025 10:20 - 11:20 MST
Telus 110 - CTCC

Assessment (TQS 3), ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

10:20 MST

Riding the Wave: Navigating Mortgages in the Era of Higher Interest Rates"

Friday February 21, 2025 10:20 - 11:20 MST

Glen 206 - CTCC

This is a frequently requested and attended presentation.
Your home is one of the biggest financial decisions you will ever make.
If you have a new home in your future or a mortgage coming due in the next 18 months, join Maura, a Behavioural Cash Flow Specialist and Qualified Financial Planner.
Learn how to best prepare for a new mortgage or a mortgage renewal, including understanding your credit score and what Banks and financial institutions look for when approving a mortgage.
Learn the differences between banks and mortgage brokers.
Understand the overall cost of debt and how to make debt management decisions
Identify the heuristics, biases and emotions that can cloud your decision making abilities.
Learn the multistep process to making big financial decisions.
Learn why interest rates are not the only thing you should focus on
Workbook included
Q and A

Speakers

Maura Shaftoe

Maura is an engaging speaker who makes talking about money easy. She creates safe environments for people to have access to learning about money in a new way. Maura has been in financial services for over 10 years, after a full career in management and sales in the automotive industry... Read More →

Friday February 21, 2025 10:20 - 11:20 MST
Glen 206 - CTCC

Health & Wellness (TQS 3), ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

10:20 MST

Building Thinking Classrooms in Language Arts and Literacy

Friday February 21, 2025 10:20 - 11:20 MST

Imperial 8 - HYATT

Immerse yourself in an interactive session tailored for teachers looking to enhance their Language Arts and Literacy instruction with Building Thinking Classrooms (BTC) methodologies. Experience hands-on activities focusing on morphology, sentence writing, and story writing.
What to Expect:

Morphology Magic: Engage in BTC activities that deepen understanding of word structure and meaning.
Sentence Crafting: Learn innovative strategies for teaching sentence construction and variation.
Story Writing: Discover how to inspire creative and structured storytelling in your students.

Speakers

Joshua LaFleur

Learning Specialist, Rocky View Schools

Friday February 21, 2025 10:20 - 11:20 MST
Imperial 8 - HYATT Hyatt

Language Arts (TQS 3), Div2 (Gr 4-6)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

10:20 MST

Top 10 Numeracy Activities for Preschool/Kindergarten

Friday February 21, 2025 10:20 - 11:20 MST

Telus 101/102 - CTCC

Join our interactive session of our top 10 numeracy activities for the preschool and kindergarten classroom. These activities are easy to implement, cross-curricular, low-cost, and fun! And you will be able to use them in the classroom the next day.

Speakers

Roni Kraut

MathImagine

Roni Kraut is a chartered professional accountant, family physician, medical researcher, and passionate about elementary math education. She has taught at the college and university level, has a certificate in adult education, and has led sessions at teacher conventions across Canada... Read More →

Friday February 21, 2025 10:20 - 11:20 MST
Telus 101/102 - CTCC

Mathematics (TQS 3), ECE (Pre K-K)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

10:20 MST

Failure First, a Growth Mindset Approach to Teaching Beginning Band

Friday February 21, 2025 10:20 - 11:20 MST

Imperial 1 - HYATT

“Be Brave Enough to Suck at Something New!”, This session will provide a space to explore innovative approaches to supporting and encouraging young musicians in their musical journey. Participants will gain insights into fostering a growth mindset and developing resilience in beginning first year band students, along with practical strategies, resources, and activities. By the end of the session, participants will be equipped with new perspectives and actionable ideas to enhance their teaching and empower their students to embrace challenges and grow from failure. Practice makes Progress!

Speakers

Sarah Seymour

Friday February 21, 2025 10:20 - 11:20 MST
Imperial 1 - HYATT Hyatt

Music & Band (TQS 3), Div3 (Gr 7-9)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

10:20 MST

SHS Community Greenhouse - How to take small student projects and have a large community impact!

Friday February 21, 2025 10:20 - 11:20 MST

Imperial 3 - HYATT

The SHS Community Greenhouse is an amazing space located in Strathmore, AB. This space has been built as a collaboration between students and community members to drive conversations around more sustainable practices. This space has a large impact but is the product of little projects along the way. We will summarize some of our student projects, identify funding sources for your own projects, and share useful principles we have learned along the way.

Speakers

Cole Hintz

Teacher, Strathmore High School, Golden Hills School Division

Friday February 21, 2025 10:20 - 11:20 MST
Imperial 3 - HYATT Hyatt

Science (TQS 3), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

10:20 MST

Outcome-based Assessment in High School Physics (10:20-12:40)

Friday February 21, 2025 10:20 - 12:40 MST

Glen 204 - CTCC

In this session, participants will engage in practical discussions regarding classroom assessment using Rockyview Schools outcomes for Physics 20/30. Topics include: discussing challenges with this approach to assessment, providing possible solutions, and sharing strategies and resources with other teachers.

Speakers

Kristina Wasyleczko

Teacher, Rocky View Schools

Kristina Wasyleczko is a high school physics and science teacher who is dedicated to a student-centered, rich learning environment. She values and encourages students' deeper understanding through intentional pedagogy and thoughtful assessment.

David Moore

Learning Specialist, Rocky View Schools

David Moore is a high school math and physics teacher teacher. He is a learning specialist with Rocky View Schools with a focus on outcome-based assessment.

Friday February 21, 2025 10:20 - 12:40 MST
Glen 204 - CTCC Calgary Telus Convention Centre

Assessment (TQS 3), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

10:20 MST

How to breathe life into a CALM classroom (10:20-12:40)

Friday February 21, 2025 10:20 - 12:40 MST

Macleod Hall E1 - CTCC

Come join a session where we will talk about the great opportunities that can come out of the CALM curriculum, the challenges of making it happen in a classroom, and some strategies that work.

Speakers

Michael Koehler

Teacher, Foothills School Division

Michael (he/him) has been a settler on Treaty 7 territory for most of his life. His many years of experience as a son, brother, husband, father, teacher, coach, and volunteer have given him the ability to manage most questions and scenarios in a CALM classroom. He is always excited... Read More →

Friday February 21, 2025 10:20 - 12:40 MST
Macleod Hall E1 - CTCC

Curriculum & Pedagogy (TQS 3), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

10:20 MST

The Ultimate Multi-grade Classroom: Colony Schools (10:20-12:40)

Friday February 21, 2025 10:20 - 12:40 MST

Macleod Hall E3 - CTCC

Attention all colony teachers! Come join us as we unpack pedagogy, assessment practices, & curriculum planning for the multi-grade EAL environment. If you have something to share - please bring it along, we will have time to collaborate with our peers!

Speakers

Laura-Lee Toews

President, Alberta Colony Educators

Laura-Lee has worked in colony schools in a variety of capacities for 30 years. She is currently the president of the Alberta Colony Educators group and Principal of Colony Schools in the Prairie Land School Division. She has a passion for providing professional learning opportunities... Read More →

Friday February 21, 2025 10:20 - 12:40 MST
Macleod Hall E3 - CTCC

Curriculum & Pedagogy (TQS 3), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

11:40 MST

Beyond the Red Pen: Making humanities marking manageable

Friday February 21, 2025 11:40 - 12:40 MST

Imperial 2 - HYATT

Come and see the session that was so popular last year we got in trouble for breaking fire code! This session will provide participants with a variety of strategies for managing the often onerous marking load of a humanities teacher in Jr. or Sr. High. The advice presented will move beyond generic time management and organization and focus on specific tips and pointers that can be easily incorporated into any teacher’s assessment practice. Information is based on lived classroom experience and will be presented in a light-hearted and down-to-earth manner.

Speakers

Greg Overguard

Teacher, Rocky View Schools

Greg Overguard is an avid lover of Coke and Doritos, and a high school social studies teacher with Rocky View Schools with 15+ years of classroom experience. He holds a Master's degree in Social Studies Curriculum and Pedagogy and has led many professional learning sessions and activities... Read More →

Friday February 21, 2025 11:40 - 12:40 MST
Imperial 2 - HYATT Hyatt

Assessment (TQS 3), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

11:40 MST

School psychology in the time of reconciliation

Friday February 21, 2025 11:40 - 12:40 MST

Telus 101/102 - CTCC

Attendees will be offered medicine in the form of knowledge and cultural considerations when working alongside Indigenous students. This session will be guided by the lived experience of an Anishinaabe Registered Provisional Psychologist (School and Counselling). Art, humour, literature, and land-based teachings will be highlighted as an engagement tool; integrating decolonial/resurgent content into classrooms can be both subtle and approachable. In addition, this session will centre on culturally affirming assessment, academic and therapeutic intervention, and inclusive education practices to best support Indigenous learners. Special attention will be given to the topics of attachment, co-regulation, and the intersection between trauma and learning difficulties. This session is applicable for all school staff who work with a variety of ages and backgrounds.

Speakers

Tishina Shannacappo

Tishina Shannacappo (she/her/hers) is a First Nations (Anishinaabe) Registered Provisional Psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists. She owns Heart Berry Psychology, which is part of the Riverwest Therapy Collective, and offers strength- and heart-based psychological... Read More →

Friday February 21, 2025 11:40 - 12:40 MST
Telus 101/102 - CTCC

Indigenous Education (TQS/LQS 5), ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

11:40 MST

Unlocking Musical Magic: Join the Calgary Orff Chapter for Creative Division Two Adventures

Friday February 21, 2025 11:40 - 12:40 MST

Imperial 8 - HYATT

Come join the Calgary Orff Chapter as we dive into fun and engaging activities that will foster student creativity in your music lessons! In this session, geared toward Division Two, participants will have the opportunity to explore music and movement through games, language and play. The Calgary Orff Chapter is a local non-profit, volunteer run organization dedicated to providing high quality professional development opportunities for music teachers.

Speakers

Becki Leipert

Teacher, Calgary Board of Education

Becki Leipert is a music specialist with CBE. She has taught elementary music for many years to elementary students within Calgary private and public schools. Becki received her Bachelor of Music (in Music Education) and Bachelor of Education degrees from the University of Saskatchewan... Read More →

Andrea Bohan

Teacher

Andrea Bohan has been a Music Specialist for the last 15 years. She has a Bachelor of Music and Education from the University of Lethbridge. This is where she was first introduced to the Orff Schulwerk method and her love of teaching Elementary Music began. Since then Andrea has attended... Read More →

Friday February 21, 2025 11:40 - 12:40 MST
Imperial 8 - HYATT Hyatt

Music & Band (TQS 3), Div2 (Gr 4-6)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

11:40 MST

Every Child Deserves a Team: Layering Meeting Structures to Support the Whole Child

Friday February 21, 2025 11:40 - 12:40 MST

Glen 201/202 - CTCC

Does it feel like you're talking about the same students over and over? Are you wanting to take your PLC's and RTI efforts to the next level? Do your team meetings lack the clarity and purpose you're looking for as a leader? In this session, Lorna will articulate, with multiple school samples and resources, the value of layering collaborative structures and processes within a school and how the introduction of a very intentional collaborative team meeting can work to respond to the needs of students collaboratively, while increasing the instructional capacity of everyone involved. In essence, schools reduce the number of meetings about students...by adding one more! By intentionally layering and connecting our PLC and RTI structures, we leverage and maximize the most powerful resource in any school for supporting the whole child - the teachers working within our building! Come learn what thousands of schools have learned about these purposeful collaborative structures and processes to ensure every student is supported by a team. Please ensure you have a device to access online materials through QR code or URL link.

Speakers

Lorna Hewson

Lorna Hewson is an award-winning educator with leadership experience at the classroom, school, district and provincial levels. Lorna’s professional background has included coaching and mentoring teachers and leaders, effective assessment, curriculum implementation, and inclusive... Read More →

Friday February 21, 2025 11:40 - 12:40 MST
Glen 201/202 - CTCC

School Leadership (LQS 1-9), ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

11:40 MST

Finding Our Place-Fostering School Belonging for Junior and Senior High School Students (11:40-14:00)

Friday February 21, 2025 11:40 - 14:00 MST

Telus 110 - CTCC

In this session, we will share current findings on the importance of school belonging in relation to student academic success and personal well-being. Additionally, we will share how a value framework and strategies help school staff foster school belonging for all students.

Speakers

Yvonne Renaud

Yvonne currently works as a Junior High teacher just outside of Calgary. In her 20 year career in education, Yvonne has taught grades 7-12 both in Alberta and Quebec. She has occupied roles such as a learning coach, classroom teacher both in traditional and specialized contexts, academic... Read More →

AJ Verhappen

AJ is passionate about brains and how they learn and grow. Through over 15 years of teaching experience, AJ has seen first hand the impacts of belonging on student learning and engagement. It is important to them that all members of a school community find a place where they feel... Read More →

Friday February 21, 2025 11:40 - 14:00 MST
Telus 110 - CTCC

Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

11:40 MST

The Brain, Body Behavior Connection (11:40-14:00)

Friday February 21, 2025 11:40 - 14:00 MST

Macleod Hall E2 - CTCC

BRAIN GAMES!
In this workshop, participants will have the opportunity to learn about brain and body functions through “brain games” that are designed to encourage understanding, create empathy and explore strategies related to successful interactions in the classroom with people of varying abilities .
Join Pam and Danna in an exploration of the brain , body and how their functioning leads to behaviors that are often difficult to understand. You will leave this workshop inspired to make a difference, excited to share your learnings with others and determined to be a creative responder!

Speakers

Danna Ormstrup

Executive Director, Foothills Fetal Alcohol Society

Danna currently holds two very exciting roles. She is the Executive Director of the Foothills Fetal Alcohol Society, a nonprofit Society that provides services to rural communities in Southern Alberta, as well as being one of 10 Instructional Coaches in the province of Alberta with... Read More →

Pamela Henheffer

Before coming to the Foothills Fetal Alcohol Society Pam Henheffer worked for 28 years as Assistant Manager in a family based Residential Program for Children In Social Services. Pam and her husband of over 40 years Alan were also Directors of their own Supported Independent Living... Read More →

Friday February 21, 2025 11:40 - 14:00 MST
Macleod Hall E2 - CTCC

Inclusive Education (TQS/LQS 4), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

11:40 MST

Return To The Falls, The Story of Residential School Survivor Elder Betty Ross, Film /Teachers Guide (11:40-14:00)

Friday February 21, 2025 11:40 - 14:00 MST

Macleod Hall C - CTCC

“Return to the Falls” is a 1 Hour DocuDrama following the harrowing life story of Elder Betty Ross who held
the sacred teachings of her father like a torch helping her survive the residential school system. This movie
forges its own path as a hybrid of dramatic, cinematic reenactments of Betty’s childhood journey of
unimaginable hardships and euphoric moments of freedom combined with present day footage of Betty as
she returns to the falls for the first time in more than 70 years. This riveting and educational film was
created to reach audiences from Grade 5 - 12. Along with the film we will share some of the Teachers
Guide information to show how this new film is a must to help tell the story of our nations past. ***This
educational film is not graphic in any way and focuses more on how Betty's journey of light, forgiveness and
reconciliation can be embraced by all.

Speakers

Eppo Eerkes

At the cutting edge of his craft, director Eppo Eerkes is known as being a strong and innovative visual storyteller, with an ability to spot and draw-out the real-life drama behind any situation. The power of his gift is to gain trust and connect with the character or actor to reveal... Read More →

Guide Fleury

Guide Fleury is an Indigenous educator with an extensive background as a support worker to the publicity and PR of various nations including Samson Nation. Further bio to come.

Friday February 21, 2025 11:40 - 14:00 MST
Macleod Hall C - CTCC

Indigenous Education (TQS/LQS 5), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

13:00 MST

Creativity Versus Innovation (5–9)

Friday February 21, 2025 13:00 - 14:00 MST

Glen 206 - CTCC

Creativity and innovative thinking are extraordinary skills that reflect successful learning in your classroom. Students that learn and possess these skills demonstrate better retention of information and, confidence in their application of knowledge beyond the curriculum and your classroom. This session will focus on how to ignite student curiosity and the innate human desire to learn. Fun, engaging and proven classroom examples will be shared throughout the session. Participants will receive multiple lesson examples, assessment rubrics and online (AI) resources ready to use in the classroom.

Speakers

Paul Bohnert

Lead Teachers -, The Faculty

Innovation in Education has been Paul's passion and focus for the past 30 years. He has shared his classroom and educational experiences with more than 15,000 educators and pre-service teachers across North America speaking at regional, national and international conferences/workshops... Read More →

Friday February 21, 2025 13:00 - 14:00 MST
Glen 206 - CTCC

Career & Technology Studies/Foundations (TQS 3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

13:00 MST

Choreography for all

Friday February 21, 2025 13:00 - 14:00 MST

Telus 108/109 - CTCC

For teachers who wish to enter the world of musical theatre, or simply take their PE dance unit to the next level, this session will provide tools to build choreography for the beginner to the advanced dancers! Through purposeful movement driven by emotional intention, we can further connect students to a genuine performance and the power of creative expression. The goal beneath the choreo is truly to elevate student personal growth and confidence through self expression in safe and inclusive learning environments. Participants should be prepared and dressed to MOVE!

Speakers

Sabrina Grecu

Let's dance!! Getting students to move is my mission, whether it is in Physical Education, in the theatre, or on the dance floor. I strive to elevate student personal growth and confidence through self expression in safe and inclusive learning environments. I often leap between the... Read More →

Friday February 21, 2025 13:00 - 14:00 MST
Telus 108/109 - CTCC Calgary Telus Convention Centre

Drama & Dance (TQS 3), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

13:00 MST

Writing with Picture Book Mentor Texts - Building Thinking Classroom Style

Friday February 21, 2025 13:00 - 14:00 MST

Imperial 8 - HYATT

Join us for an engaging, hands-on session that explores how to use Building Thinking Classrooms (BTC) strategies to teach writing through picture books. Learn to leverage mentor texts to enhance your students' writing skills and creativity.

What to Expect:

Mentor Texts Magic: Discover how picture books can serve as powerful mentor texts for writing instruction.
BTC Writing Strategies: Engage in BTC activities that make writing lessons dynamic and effective.
Creative Application: Plan and create writing lessons that use picture books to inspire and guide student writing.

Speakers

Joshua LaFleur

Learning Specialist, Rocky View Schools

Friday February 21, 2025 13:00 - 14:00 MST
Imperial 8 - HYATT Hyatt

Language Arts (TQS 3), Div2 (Gr 4-6)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

13:00 MST

Intervention in Math: Getting the Big Ideas Right

Friday February 21, 2025 13:00 - 14:00 MST

Macleod Hall E3 - CTCC

Some things aren't a big deal… you can get them wrong now, and yet still do well on everything else. But other things are so important that their loss means the learner is handicapped at learning new ideas. Sometimes, you can't let weak understandings slide. Enter the need for Intervention in Math. Based on the work of Marilyn Burns, Do The Math is a series of targeted interventions, aligned with a Mathematical Learning Progression, that leverages the power of Manipulatives, Models, Direct and Guided Instruction, along with the engaging power of games to help remediate and strengthen student performance where it counts... on the Big Ideas of Math. Use these ideas for Intervention, Remediation, or everyday Instruction to build strong learners that leverage strong mathematical foundations to tackle new situations.

Speakers

Gerry Varty

Pearson Canada

"For over 35 years, Gerry has been a classroom teacher, school and district leader, and tireless advocate for professional learning support. A leader in K-12 Mathematics education, Assessment, and Instructional Design initiatives, Gerry loves working with teachers to make success... Read More →

Friday February 21, 2025 13:00 - 14:00 MST
Macleod Hall E3 - CTCC

Mathematics (TQS 3), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

13:00 MST

Make the Most of each Moment - engaging routines to open and close your Math classes

Friday February 21, 2025 13:00 - 14:00 MST

Macleod Hall E4 - CTCC

Amplify the power of the first or last few minutes of your Math class. This session will showcase a variety of Math routines that are simple to implement and that encourage students to engage collaboratively or independently. Encourage different modes of thinking and long term learning as you spiral through the different strands of the curriculum on a regular basis. This session is intended to complement Math curriculum for grades 4 - 9.

Speakers

Melanie Fricot

Melanie Fricot has taught Math from grade 1 to first year university (in Bhutan). She has spent the last decade teaching grade 6, and then grades 7 - 9 Math. She is passionate about encouraging students to be confident problem solvers in the Mathematics classroom

Friday February 21, 2025 13:00 - 14:00 MST
Macleod Hall E4 - CTCC

Mathematics (TQS 3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

13:00 MST

Stop Tiering Your Students! Establishing, Refining and Utilizing a Continuum of Supports

Friday February 21, 2025 13:00 - 14:00 MST

Glen 201/202 - CTCC

Over the past number of years, with the growth of tiered response systems in schools, educational organizations have become proficient at tiering students for intensifying levels of support. When done well, it ensures a systematic approach to supporting a greater number of students and maximizing resources. When not done well, it can lead to higher levels of support becoming overwhelmed and resources stretched thin as more and more students are identified as requiring intensified supports. The great news is there is a better way that comes when you STOP tiering students! This session will provide an explanation of the paradigm shift from tiering students to tiering supports and share considerations when establishing, refining and utilizing a continuum of supports in schools and districts that has long standing impact for teachers and students.

Speakers

Lorna Hewson

Friday February 21, 2025 13:00 - 14:00 MST
Glen 201/202 - CTCC

School Leadership (LQS 1-9), ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

13:00 MST

Explore How Online Science Simulations Support Scientific Literacy

Friday February 21, 2025 13:00 - 14:00 MST

Telus 106 - CTCC

Enhance scientific literacy using ExploreLearning Gizmos, the 2024 CODiE Award Winner for Best STEM Instructional Solution for Grades K-12! This session introduces the pedagogical approach of CER, claim-evidence-reasoning, to promote scientific understanding and discourse. Participate in a modelled lesson using online science simulations to experience firsthand the strengths of a CER approach. Teachers are encouraged to bring a device.

Speakers

Lindsay Beaulieu

Implementation Coordinator, ExploreLearning

Lindsay Beaulieu has taught in Alberta for the past ten years and has witnessed the impact of Gizmos on student understanding. Lindsay has been using Gizmos in the classroom since she began teaching. Lindsay joined ExploreLearning this year as an Implementation Coordinator to support... Read More →

Friday February 21, 2025 13:00 - 14:00 MST
Telus 106 - CTCC

Science (TQS 3), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

13:00 MST

Des tableurs simples pour une pratique complexe

Friday February 21, 2025 13:00 - 14:00 MST

Imperial 9 - HYATT

Apprendre à bien utiliser des tableurs vous aidera à transformer votre pratique professionnelle. Des outils comme Excel et Google Sheets vous permettent de mieux suivre des progrès d'élèves, de vous fournir de la rétroaction sur votre pratique pédagogique et simplifier l'analyse avec des tableaux de bord et des graphiques.

Speakers

Stefane Kreiner

Président, AEEFA no 24

Stefane est le directeur adjoint au Centre Francophone d'Éducation à Distance (CFED). Il a enseigné dans les écoles francophones de la région d'Edmonton depuis 2015.

Friday February 21, 2025 13:00 - 14:00 MST
Imperial 9 - HYATT Hyatt

Technology (TQS/LQS 2), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language French
Is Pre-registration required No

13:00 MST

Story-iffic Writing! Using Games, Music and Drama in the Div. 1 Classroom (13:00-15:20)

Friday February 21, 2025 13:00 - 15:20 MST

Glen 205 - CTCC

What did I need to know about supporting Writing in Grade 2? Everything!

We begin with the question: How might I engage students through active learning that will inspire them to write? Is it possible?

This is an interactive workshop that uses stories, videos, songs and simple games to enhance your writing program and support cross -curricular writing activities. It includes ideas for sequencing games, drama and video in a writing program that grows enthusiasm for communicating!

Speakers

Carol Bartel Nickel

Carol loves working with children, creatively bringing joy into the classroom.

Friday February 21, 2025 13:00 - 15:20 MST
Glen 205 - CTCC

English Language Learning (TQS/LQS 4), Div1 (Gr 1-3)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

13:00 MST

A Teacher Caregiver as a Spiritual Practitioner (13:00-15:20)

Friday February 21, 2025 13:00 - 15:20 MST

Imperial 4 - HYATT

In my presentation, I delve into the intertwining realms of care, spirituality, and teaching practices, illuminating the pivotal role of educators as caregivers. I invite you to join me on a journey to cultivate a nurturing learning environment where every student feels supported and valued.

We embark on this exploration by delving into the significance of spirituality in health and wellness, setting the stage for its integration into our educational approach. As we progress, I share insights into the essential skills and qualities of effective caregiving, enriched by the infusion of spirituality.

Speakers

Sobia Khaliq

Sobia Khaliq is a dedicated educator with four years of experience in the field of teaching. Holding a Masters of Education degree, she brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to her role as an elementary school teacher at Al-Amal School. Sobia's commitment to continuous growth and... Read More →

Friday February 21, 2025 13:00 - 15:20 MST
Imperial 4 - HYATT Hyatt

Health & Wellness (TQS 3), ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

13:00 MST

(Pre-Reg MAX 30 Off-Site) Wilder Institute Calgary Zoo: Adaptations and Biodiversity in Wild Canada (13:00-15:20)

Friday February 21, 2025 13:00 - 15:20 MST

Off-Site

How does an animal’s adaptations affect their survival? What effect will this have on their ability to pass on their genetics and so affect their species biodiversity? How does the environment impact these adaptations? Come explore Wild Canada and learn about how animals adaptations and biodiversity are impacted by climate change.

This session will take place at Wilder Calgary Zoo, 1300 Zoo Road NE, and has a participant fee of $10.50.
Pre-Registration Link

Speakers

Wilder Institute Calgary Zoo

Our conservation education staff have backgrounds in biology, natural history, zoology and ecology. With experience ranging from animal husbandry to field research, our team is comprised of qualified informal educators who are passionate about bringing the natural world to life and... Read More →

Friday February 21, 2025 13:00 - 15:20 MST
Off-Site

Science (TQS 3), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee Yes
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required Yes

14:20 MST

Building solid mathematical understandings with Mathology 7-9

Friday February 21, 2025 14:20 - 15:20 MST

Macleod Hall E3 - CTCC

"Built around the K-9 Learning Progression developed at the U of A by Dr Lynne McGarvey, Pearson's Mathology is a one-stop, integrated resource that aims to transform the way students approach and engage with math, fostering a deeper appreciation and mastery of key concepts.

If you're tired of using restrictive resources that don't fit you or your class, or weary of spending your time searching online for those mix-and-match ideas, materials, and tools, join Gerry for a conversation about how Mathology's editable and adaptable instructional materials, planning and assessment tools, and pedagogical supports can simplify resource choices for today's Middle-School Teachers and Learners."

Speakers

Gerry Varty

Pearson Canada

Friday February 21, 2025 14:20 - 15:20 MST
Macleod Hall E3 - CTCC

Mathematics (TQS 3), Div3 (Gr 7-9)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

14:20 MST

Numeracy with Cuisenaire Rods

Friday February 21, 2025 14:20 - 15:20 MST

Telus 104 - CTCC

Cuisenaire rods are an exceptional visual and tactile tool to help students make sense of math. In the session we will show you the many ways they can be used in your classroom from kindergarten to grade 6 including understanding numbers 0-10, part-part whole thinking, basic facts, multiplication, fractions, area, and decimals.

Speakers

Roni Kraut

MathImagine

Friday February 21, 2025 14:20 - 15:20 MST
Telus 104 - CTCC Calgary Telus Convention Centre

Mathematics (TQS 3), ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

14:20 MST

Amazing Games from Physical Education Social Media

Friday February 21, 2025 14:20 - 15:20 MST

Telus 108/109 - CTCC

Social media is an excellent professional development tool. Come to this session to learn some amazing new games that I discovered while following physical education teachers from across the globe. The games have been tried and tested with my own students (K-4, but can be adapted to higher grades) and have proven to be some of the new favorite games students are asking to play. Come prepared to be active during the session and walk away with activities you can use with your students next week.

Speakers

Sonia Sheehan

Sonia Sheehan is a physical education teacher in the Calgary area. Sonia has been teaching for 24 years and is currently the Vice President of Communications on the Health and Physical Education Council, HPEC. of the ATA. Sonia enjoys sharing her passion of teaching physical educ... Read More →

Friday February 21, 2025 14:20 - 15:20 MST
Telus 108/109 - CTCC Calgary Telus Convention Centre

Physical Education (TQS 3), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

14:20 MST

My Students Drive Their Learning - Keep Up to My Students'!

Friday February 21, 2025 14:20 - 15:20 MST

Glen 206 - CTCC

Design a new environmental sustainable tourist destination, that engages public involvement, considers water and energy consumption, land use, and waste production, while covering content from grade 5-9 science curriculum. This is just one example of how to create new and engaging lessons that cross multiple concepts within your grade 5 - 9 science and social studies classes. that reinforce skill, knowledge and abilities through practical, meaningful projects. The projects are designed to draw from past experiences and knowledge, and ignite creative and practical approaches to connecting the science curriculum between grade levels and curricular topics.

Speakers

Paul Bohnert

Lead Teachers -, The Faculty

Friday February 21, 2025 14:20 - 15:20 MST
Glen 206 - CTCC

Science (TQS 3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No