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THE PDTCA BOARD HOPES YOU HAVE AN AMAZING CONVENTION!
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES CTCC
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES HYATT
HUMAN RIGHTS STATEMENT
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

CALGARY TELUS CONVENTION CENTRE(CTCC) and HYATT - address and driving directions

PRE-REGISTRATION WILL OPEN ON JANUARY 11, 2024 AT 8:00P.M. and CLOSE FEBRUARY 11 AT 8:00 P.M.
We have decided to start pre-registration on January 11th to make sure everyone is informed of the start time and has time to check out the sessions as the first week back to school can be quite hectic.
FOR PRE-REGISTERED SESSIONS PLEASE USE THE PRE-REGISTRATION LINK BELOW THE SESSION DESCRIPTION IN SCHED. Adding the session to your Sched schedule does not mean you are pre-registered. The number in the title shows how many will be allowed to attend the session. We do allow more names to be added, but they will be on the waiting list. This is explained on the pre-registration page.
https://www.pdtca.org/pre-registration.html

REASON TO CREATE A PROFILE IN SCHED
You do not need to create a profile and log in to see sessions in Sched. However, if you want to add yourself to a session to create a schedule or evaluate a session you must be logged in.

CONVENTION AT A GLANCE LINK WILL BE AVAILABLE HERE IN MID FEBRUARY
Off-Site Addresses are included.

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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Thursday, February 20
 

9:00am MST

Lighthouse Leadership – Illuminating the Path to Collaborative Communities
Thursday February 20, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am MST
There is a distinct difference between leader and leadership. Power denotes the interplay between individuals, whereas empowerment involves providing individuals with the confidence, competence, autonomy, and resources to make their own decisions (Ciulla, 2020; Edelmann et al., 2020; Ryan, 2005). Leadership effectiveness is evidenced through empowerment, contrasting starkly with those who prioritize power alone, often merely assuming the leadership title without embodying true leadership qualities. 

This session will explore various strategies to support you in your current (or aspiring) leadership role, inviting you to engage in reflexivity by considering your current method of leading, and your desired future state.
Speakers
avatar for Lindsay Avramovic

Lindsay Avramovic

Council for School Leadership
Mrs. Lindsay Avramovic began her teaching career with Christ The Redeemer (CTR) at a K-12 school in Canmore. During that time, she served as an elementary teacher before being appointed to Vice Principal in 2017. In addition to her role as Vice Principal, she assumed portfolios in... Read More →
Thursday February 20, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am 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)

10:20am MST

Brain Games
Thursday February 20, 2025 10:20am - 12:40pm MST
Brain Games!
The Brain, Body, Behavior Connection.
Join Danna in understanding how our brain and body functioning affects our behavior in school environments. Through activities designed to promote empathy and understanding about how our brains work, participants will leave the session inspired to be creative responders to those whose behavior is challenging and difficult to understand.
The Brain Games workshop has been presented in many conferences and recently has been facilitated as a seven week session for the Calgary Regional Consortium. It has been chosen for the Palliser School Division conference and the Calgary Teachers Convention and has been a Professional Learning session in individual schools across southern Alberta.
Speakers
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Danna Ormstrup

Danna Ormstrup– Bio.Danna began working with kids and adults with Learning Disabilities in the early 80s while she completed her Bachelor of Arts Degree. She furthered her learning through attending Mount Royal University in the Recreation Therapy faculty. Her career has included... Read More →
Thursday February 20, 2025 10:20am - 12:40pm MST
Glen 201/202 - CTCC
  Inclusive Education (TQS/LQS 4), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

1:00pm MST

Tools To Help Students Decipher Online AI and Misinformation/Disinformation Using Lateral Reading Strategies and Recognition of Bias Vulnerabilities
Thursday February 20, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
Today's online educational experience is so fraught with issues related to AI and misinformation/disinformation that Critical Thinking and Evaluating Information tools used on Kids Boost Immunity such as CRAAP/TRAAP are no longer sufficient. In this interactive workshop, teachers become students and experience new lessons designed to illustrate ways that personal biases are exploited by makers of misinformation/disinformation to target vulnerabilities in people. Then using lateral reading strategies students decipher and deconstruct information to assess accuracy. An accompanying grade-appropriate critical inquiry research resource reinforces literacy-building and deciphering skills. Applicable to multiple subject areas and teachers of grades 4 to 12.
Speakers
avatar for Kathy Miller

Kathy Miller

Educational Curriculum Specialist, Kids Boost Immunity
Kathy Miller has 30+ years of experience as a classroom teacher (grades 4-12). With post-graduate training in curriculum (UVic) and technology education (SFU), Kathy currently coordinates the online program Kids Boost Immunity (KBI) working with specialist teachers from Canadian provinces... Read More →
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Takuto Shiota

Takuto Shiota BA (UofT) MA (UVic) has been working on misinformation/disinformation issues for about 10 years, specializing in producing online products to counter vaccine hesitancy. Clients include the Public Health Association of BC, and the World Health Organization. He was also... Read More →
Thursday February 20, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
Glen 201/202 - CTCC
  Curriculum & Pedagogy (TQS 3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)
 
Friday, February 21
 

9:00am MST

Reaching all students with Culturally Responsive Teaching
Friday February 21, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am MST
Are you interested in creating a welcoming, inclusive, safe, and healthy environment for your students? A space where all students feel valued, safe, represented, and have a sense of belonging? If you are, and I am sure you are, please join me for an engaging session on culturally responsive teaching and the brain. You will leave this session with a wealth of practical strategies that can be immediately implemented in your classroom, as well as theoretical knowledge to further support all your students.
Speakers
avatar for Youssra Badr

Youssra Badr

Youssra is an Arab, Muslim, Canadian. She holds a Bachelor of Arts with a double major in Psychology and Sociology, a Bachelor of Education, and a Master's in Theoretical, Cultural, and International Studies from the University of Alberta. Her professional experiences include front... Read More →
Friday February 21, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am MST
Glen 201/202 - CTCC

10:20am MST

Designing Performance Tasks for Deeper Learning
Friday February 21, 2025 10:20am - 11:20am MST
Are you looking for ways to create meaningful learning experiences for your students that go beyond just rote memorization and recall? In this session we will share how to: 
  • align performance tasks with learning outcomes and standards, 
  • create success criteria and design tools for gathering evidence and 
  • incorporate technology and multimedia resources to enhance student engagement and understanding. 
Join us to discover how to create assessments that challenge and engage your students, and help them develop the critical thinking and problem-solving skills they need to succeed in the real world. Please note we will use both elementary and secondary examples in this session.
Speakers
avatar for AAC Facilitator

AAC Facilitator

Field Service Facilitator, Alberta Assessment Consortium
The Alberta Assessment Consortium is a not-for-profit education partner in the province, focused on everyday assessment to support student learning. Our facilitators combine their experience as Alberta teachers and teacher leaders with the expertise of the organization.Presenter Shelly... Read More →
Friday February 21, 2025 10:20am - 11:20am MST
Glen 201/202 - CTCC

11:40am MST

The Art of Assessing Mathematical Thinking - Instructional Leader Session
Friday February 21, 2025 11:40am - 12:40pm MST
In this session, we will share an assessment planning process that is based on teaching for conceptual understanding with any curriculum. Instructional leaders will focus on the new Alberta Math curriculum and learn how to support teachers in creating an assessment plan that meets the needs of a differentiated classroom. Participants will also collaborate to make a shareable list of planning strategies that support a modified or accommodated diverse learner support plan, intervention plan, and EAL plan.
Speakers
avatar for AAC Facilitator

AAC Facilitator

Field Service Facilitator, Alberta Assessment Consortium
The Alberta Assessment Consortium is a not-for-profit education partner in the province, focused on everyday assessment to support student learning. Our facilitators combine their experience as Alberta teachers and teacher leaders with the expertise of the organization.Presenter Shelly... Read More →
Friday February 21, 2025 11:40am - 12:40pm MST
Glen 201/202 - CTCC

1:00pm MST

Early Years: Assessing New Curriculum Through Play
Friday February 21, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
Join us for an engaging professional learning session focused on assessing the new curriculum through play in the early years. As educators working with young learners, we understand the importance of play in their development and learning journey. This session will empower you with practical strategies and insights to effectively assess student progress and achievement of new curriculum outcomes while honouring the power of play.
Speakers
avatar for AAC Facilitator

AAC Facilitator

Field Service Facilitator, Alberta Assessment Consortium
The Alberta Assessment Consortium is a not-for-profit education partner in the province, focused on everyday assessment to support student learning. Our facilitators combine their experience as Alberta teachers and teacher leaders with the expertise of the organization.Presenter Shelly... Read More →
Friday February 21, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
Glen 201/202 - CTCC
  Assessment (TQS 3), ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3) |   Curriculum & Pedagogy (TQS 3), ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3)

2:20pm MST

HPEC presents a Round Circle Discussion on Addressing Current Challenges and Exploring Innovative Solutions in PE
Friday February 21, 2025 2:20pm - 3:20pm MST
In this highly engaging and interactive circle discussion with HPEC (Health and Physical Education Council) we will delve into the pressing issues and challenges faced by physical education and wellness teachers in today's dynamic educational landscape. Join us for a thought-provoking conversation that aims to empower educators with innovative solutions, strategies, and best practices to elevate their teaching and ultimately improve the overall wellness of their students. Teachers will also come away with province-wide resources.
Speakers
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Anne Murphy

Presented by executive of HPEC who come from a variety of backgrounds and locations within Alberta
Friday February 21, 2025 2:20pm - 3:20pm MST
Glen 201/202 - CTCC
  Health & Wellness (TQS 3), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)
 


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