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Wednesday Social - KARAOKE NIGHT!!
Location: The Westin Hotel - Devonian Room
Time: 7PM - 10PM
Appetizers will be provided throughout the evening.

2025 Tours
Art Gallery of Alberta 
"Guided Tour": Thursday February 8th 9:30AM - 11:00AM
"Guided Tour": Friday February 9th 12:00PM - 1:30PM

Telus World of Science - Edmonton
Thursday February 8th PM

Fort Edmonton Park
Thursday, February 6th 9AM - 3PM
Friday, February 7th 9AM - 3PM

Muttart Conservatory
Thursday, February 6th 12:30PM - 1:30PM
Friday, February 7th 9AM - 10AM

Royal Alberta Museum
FRENCH Classroom: Thursday, February 6th 9:30AM - 11AM
ENGLISH Classroom: Thursday, February 6th 1PM - 2:30PM
FRENCH Tour: Friday, February 7th 9:30AM - 11AM
ENGLISH Tour: Friday, February 7th 1PM - 2:30PM

2025 Partners In Education Luncheon with Scott Ervin -- Get your ticket here!
Tickets go on sale Monday, December 9th 2024 at 7PM
10:30AM Doors open
11:15AM Program begins
11:30AM Scott Ervin to speak
12:15PM Lunch will be served

2025 Venues:
  1. The Westin Edmonton: 10135 100 St. NW
  2. Edmonton Convention Centre: 9797 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton
  3. Saville Community Sports Centre: 11610 65 Ave, NW, Edmonton
  4. Art Gallery of Alberta: 2 Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton
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Thursday, February 6
 

8:30am MST

Democracy Bootcamp: NCTCA 2025 presented by CIVIX
Thursday February 6, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm MST
Barnett House
Democracy Bootcamp 2025 will be an inspiring day of hands-on workshops and expert insights on Canadian politics that will equip you with powerful tools to teach students the skills of active and informed citizenship.

REGISTER DIRECTLY WITH THE ATA HERE!!!
***This session takes place at Barnett House (11010 142 St NW, Edmonton)

Sessions will include:
  1. New tools to teach AI literacy and verification skills (new CTRL-F unit). 
  2. Preview of resources for the next federal election and strategies to support school-wide engagement (Student Vote). 
  3. Resources to teach about cognitive biases and facilitate discussions about political issues (PoliTalks). 
  4. A new experiential learning game designed to enhance students’ civic deliberation and decision-making competencies through a simulated community consultation.
  5.  An expert panel discussion about challenges facing democracy, including polarization, disinformation and distrust. 
Enjoy a complimentary lunch, refreshments, and free printed resources to support classroom instruction. Space is limited.

Please register soon if you are interested!
Speakers
avatar for CIVIX

CIVIX

CIVIX
TBD
Thursday February 6, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm MST
Barnett House Barnett House -11010 142 St NW, Edmonton
  Social Studies / Études sociales, Social Studies / Études sociales

9:00am MST

Conference Day 1 Opening Remarks
Thursday February 6, 2025 9:00am - 9:15am MST
ECC - Hall D
tbd
Thursday February 6, 2025 9:00am - 9:15am MST
ECC - Hall D Edmonton Convention Centre
  General Interest / Intérêt Général, General Interest / Intérêt Général
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Lecture
  • Room Details ECC - Hall D (Edmonton Convention Centre, Lecture Max capacity for 2000 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

9:00am MST

Is it That Easy? Using Quizizz to Support a Self-Paced Learning Environment
Thursday February 6, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am MST
Westin - Devonian Room
Supporting a classroom of diverse learners is one of the biggest challenges that teachers face. Let’s explore how to effectively leverage Quizizz to create engaging and personalized learning experiences for students, freeing up opportunities for teachers to offer one-on-one support and deeper learning challenges for students rather than focusing on direct teaching content. Join in for a hands-on session where you'll learn how to: - Create quizzes that rock: Discover tips and tricks for making quizzes that are both fun and informative. - Differentiate like a pro: Learn how to tailor your quizzes to meet the needs of all your students. - Track progress and provide feedback: Use Quizizz to monitor student progress and offer personalized support. - Foster collaboration and teamwork: Explore how Quizizz can promote collaborative learning. Whether you're a seasoned educator or just starting out, this session will give you practical strategies to incorporate Quizizz into your self-paced learning environment. Let's make learning a blast together!
Speakers
avatar for Meagan Alfano

Meagan Alfano

Meagan brings a decade of educational experience, most recently igniting middle schoolers' passion for STEM in Alberta, Canada. A Google Certified Innovator, she uses design thinking to create real-world, community-driven STEM experiences. Coding, Micro:bit, Makey Makey, 3D modeling... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am MST
Westin - Devonian Room Westin Hotel Edmonton
  Assessment / Évaluation, Technology / Technolgie
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Tables
  • Room Details Westin - Devonian Room (Westin Hotel Edmonton, Tables Max capacity for 240 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

9:00am MST

Le filet de sécurité des enseignants : droits et protection dont vous bénéficiez
Thursday February 6, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am MST
ECC - Salon 17/18
Au fil des ans, l’ATA a réussi à mettre en place un filet de sécurité pour les enseignants et leurs familles. Cette présentation fournit un aperçu des congés de maladie et autres types de congés prévus dans la convention collective, des prestations d’invalidité de longue durée, de l’assurance-vie, d’autres dispositions des régimes d’avantages sociaux, ainsi que des prestations de retraite et de décès auxquels les enseignants ont droit. Cette présentation agrémentée d’une touche d’humour est destinée aux enseignants d’une section locale afin de leur transmettre des renseignements pertinents d’une grande importance concernant les avantages et prestations auxquels ils ont droit.
Speakers
avatar for ATA Staff Officer

ATA Staff Officer

Danny Maas, Executive Staff Officer
ATA Staff Officer bio to be shared later
Thursday February 6, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am MST
ECC - Salon 17/18 Edmonton Convention Centre
  ATA, ATA
  • Language of Presentation French
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Lecture
  • Room Details ECC - Salon 17/18 (Edmonton Convention Centre, Lecture Max capacity for 72 people)
  • Tags French, All Grades

9:00am MST

Using AI to Enhance Human-Centered Work
Thursday February 6, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am MST
Westin - Saskatchewan Room
Join this workshop to explore strategies that leverage AI to enhance communication and connection. We will explore the intersection of AI and our social and emotional world, professional considerations for leveraging AI tools for human-centered work, and versatile strategies that work with a variety of AI tools. Participants are encouraged to bring a device, such as a laptop or tablet, for the hands-on activities included in this workshop.
Speakers
avatar for Dan Grassick

Dan Grassick

Executive Staff Officer, Professional Development, The Alberta Teachers' Association
TBD
Thursday February 6, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am MST
Westin - Saskatchewan Room Westin Hotel Edmonton
  ATA, ATA
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Lecture
  • Room Details Westin - Saskatchewan Room (Westin Hotel Edmonton, Lecture Max capacity for 250 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

9:00am MST

Decoding the Psychoeducational Assessment: What Does it All Mean?
Thursday February 6, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am MST
ECC - Salon 04
Psychoeducational (or ed psych) assessments are important pieces of information for teachers, but so much of the data is often told in a different language. How do we decode the assessment reports and use them to inform planning for students? This session will give teachers a better sense of the data sources and information within an ed psych, and how they can apply it to supporting their students within the classroom and the larger school. The goal of this session is to leave teachers feeling more confident in understanding how to use ed psych data.
Speakers
avatar for Jill Stankov

Jill Stankov

Registered Provisional Psychologist, Thrive Teen Therapy
Jill Stankov is a Registered Provisional Psychologist with Thrive Teen Therapy in Edmonton. Armed with 5 years of teaching experience and a Masters in Counselling and Applied Psychology Jill left the junior high classroom for counselling private practice in 2022. Her main areas of... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am MST
ECC - Salon 04 Edmonton Convention Centre
  Inclusive Education / Éducation Inclusive, Teaching Practices/ Pédagogie
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Lecture
  • Room Details ECC - Salon 04 (Edmonton Convention Centre, Lecture Max capacity for 308 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

9:00am MST

The new 2SLGBTQIA+ Perspectives 7-8-9 option course: Lessons from its Creation and its 1st year in the Classroom
Thursday February 6, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am MST
ECC - Room D2
In the Spring of 2023 St. Albert Public Schools, with the aid and consultation of organizations across Canada, created what is believed to be the first 2SLGBTQIA+ Option Course in the country. In February 2024 2SLGBTQIA+ Perspectives 7-8-9 launched. Come and speak to several of the teachers, administrators and consultants who helped to shape and teach the course, and learn about the highs and lows of the first year of running a brand new junior high class.
Speakers
avatar for Cory Albrecht

Cory Albrecht

Cory Albrecht (he/him) is currently a principal at WD Cuts Junior High. He has spent over 25 years with St. Albert Public Schools and has been an administrator at all levels of schooling K-12. He strives to create safe and welcoming schools where all students are celebrated. In 2023... Read More →
avatar for Matthew Tripp

Matthew Tripp

Matt Tripp (he/him) is an eighteen-year educator and has been an administrator for the last eight years at both the elementary and junior high levels. Currently, he is the Principal of Ronald Harvey Elementary School. Throughout his education career, Matt has been an advocate for... Read More →
avatar for Andrew Wiens

Andrew Wiens

Andrew (he/him) is currently the lead teacher for the GSA at W. D. Cuts Jr. High in St. Albert, a member of the SOGI group for St. Albert Public Schools, and has been running GSA's in one form or another since 2009. Andrew is one of the co-chairs for the St. Albert Local No. 73 Rainbow... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am MST
ECC - Room D2 Edmonton Convention Centre
  Inclusive Education / Éducation Inclusive, DEHR
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Lecture
  • Room Details ECC - Room D2 (Edmonton Convention Centre, Lecture Max capacity for 60 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

9:00am MST

(K-12) Developing Physical Literacy through Dance
Thursday February 6, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am MST
Saville - Dance Studio
Bring your PEW program to life with dances that foster physical literacy and develop fundamental movements skills (FMS)! Learn an engaging and interACTIVE teaching style that uses simple moves from a variety of music styles (Hip-Hop, Urban, Ballroom, Bollywood, Jazz/Funk) and sports themes (basketball, volleyball, baseball) to address all four Elements of Physical Literacy (physical, affective, cognitive & behavioral) and use a simple formula to create your own dances that will keep students ACTIVE while they develop FMS!
Speakers
avatar for Danielle Fraser

Danielle Fraser

Teacher and Consultant, PL3Y Education Edmonton & Red Deer
Danielle Fraser is a K-12 teacher who specializes in Physical Education and Inclusion Support. She graduated from the University of British Columbia with a Bachelor of Kinesiology and a Bachelor of Education. Over the years, she has taught in BC and Alberta, and has present in Canada... Read More →
avatar for Amy Wesolowsky

Amy Wesolowsky

Amy is a current educator and dance studio owner and instructor. Amy earned her Bachelor of Education from the University of Alberta in 2011, and became an ADAPT certified instructor in tap and jazz in 2018. In addition to being a DANCEPL3Y instructor for adults and kids, Amy is certified... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am MST
Saville - Dance Studio Saville Community Sports Centre
  Physical Education / Éducation Physique, General Interest / Intérêt Général

9:00am MST

Pastel Perfection: Mastering Chalk and Oil Pastels Techniques
Thursday February 6, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am MST
Art Gallery of Alberta - Studio 3
YOU NEED TO PURCHASE AN EVENTBRITE TICKET TO ATTEND THIS SESSION.
Purchase your Eventbrite ticket here!
Price: $12.00
Capacity: 30
***Please be aware: anyone who has marked this session on their schedule without purchasing an Eventbrite ticket will be removed.***

Get ready to delve into the world of chalk and oil pastels with an exciting workshop that will elevate your art projects. Unleash your students' creativity as they create a stunning Alberta landscape using a 1-point perspective and bring vibrant watermelon still to life. The difficulty level can be tailored to suit the grade level being taught. By the end, you'll have three completed projects and access to step-by-step instructional PowerPoint presentations and links to the YouTube instructional videos. This workshop has a $10 art supply fee for all grade levels. Get ready to ignite your students' passion for art!
Speakers
avatar for Izabella Orzelski

Izabella Orzelski

Fine Arts Council
Izabella, an accomplished artist and educator, holds an MFA from the New York Academy of Art and a Ph.D. in education from the University of Alberta. Her contributions to art education have been recognized with the Winspear Fund Grant and the Dahesh Museum Award in New York. She is... Read More →
Chairperson
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Thursday February 6, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am MST
Art Gallery of Alberta - Studio 3 Art Gallery of Alberta
  Pre-registered (Requires Eventbrite Ticket), Fine Arts
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format csv
  • Room Details Art Gallery of Alberta - Studio 3 (Art Gallery of Alberta, Max capacity for people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

9:00am MST

Experiments, Videos, Stories: Explore STEM Resources For All Grades
Thursday February 6, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am MST
ECC - Salon 13/14
Energy. Climate change. The environment. The future. All important and of concern for many students. We’re here to help bring them into the classroom! Join Valerie Miller, PhD, of Future Energy Systems to learn about the University of Alberta’s world-leading research that will help Canada transition to a low net carbon economy, and explore educational resources produced by the program, available for free and ranging from kindergarten to high school content. Try some of our demos, explore classroom activities, games, and videos, find connections with our free children’s book series, and more.
Speakers
avatar for Valerie Miller

Valerie Miller

Future Energy Systems
Valerie Miller (she/her) is the Outreach and Engagement Lead for Future Energy Systems and has a PhD in land reclamation from the University of Alberta. Valerie supports personnel to share research with audiences through opportunities like tours, videos, books, talks, and in-person/online... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am MST
ECC - Salon 13/14 Edmonton Convention Centre
  Science-sciences, Social Studies / Études sociales
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Tables
  • Room Details ECC - Salon 13/14 (Edmonton Convention Centre, Tables Max capacity for 60 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

9:00am MST

ARTA and the ARTA Benefit Plans - Looking Ahead to New ADVENTURES "Presented by Alberta Retired Teachers’ Association
Thursday February 6, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am MST
Westin - Manitoba Room
If you are considering retirement within the next five years, then you’ve got some big decisions just around the corner. Make sure you’re ready for them! This presentation will go over everything you need to know about the Alberta Retired Teachers’ Association (ARTA), including programs and perks available to members and, of course, the nationally acclaimed Health Benefit Plans, complete with information on all the health, travel, and dental benefits ARTA offers. A current retired teacher will provide important points to consider before making the leap into retirement and will touch on some retirement lessons they’ve learned from experience. Join us to discover how ARTA can give you the support you need to begin this new, exciting adventure.
Speakers
avatar for Jennifer Hope

Jennifer Hope

Manager of Marketing and Promotions, Alberta Retired Teachers' Assocation
Deb has been an active member of ARTA and Elk Island Retired Teachers’ Association (EIRTA), her local branch, since 2012. She has served on many ARTA committees and served as EIRTA vice president before assuming her current role as ARTA President, where she works to help members... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am MST
Westin - Manitoba Room Westin Hotel Edmonton
  Teacher Wellness / Bien-être, Retired Teachers
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Tables
  • Room Details Westin - Manitoba Room (Westin Hotel Edmonton, Tables Max capacity for 230 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

9:00am MST

When Helping Hurts: An overview of compassion fatigue
Thursday February 6, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am MST
ECC - Salon 01
Giving your best self and skillset to others all day is one of the most rewarding and powerful things you can do in your career…and it is also exhausting, and sometimes even heart-breaking. When you work in the “helping” professions, the costs of caring can take their toll. This session explores these costs and the continuum of how they can affect us, what to watch for in yourself and your colleagues, and ways to restore and recover as we continue the important work of reading, writing, arithmetic…and relationship.
Speakers
avatar for Ariel Haubrich

Ariel Haubrich

Consultant/ Trainer/ Private Practitioner, Learning Network
Ariel Haubrich works in school & community mental health as a counsellor and program manager, and also as a consultant, presenter and private practitioner with government, businesses, teams and individuals working toward personal and organizational development. She is a Certified... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am MST
ECC - Salon 01 Edmonton Convention Centre
  Teacher Wellness / Bien-être, Admin / Leadership
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Lecture
  • Room Details ECC - Salon 01 (Edmonton Convention Centre, Lecture Max capacity for 72 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

9:00am MST

Create Calm in your Classroom with Sound
Thursday February 6, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am MST
Westin - BC Room
We live in a noisy, stressful world. Science proves that sound affects mind and body – often generating stress and discomfort - whether we realize it or not. In this session, learn how sound impacts the body and mind. Discover what sounds you can use to bring peace and calm into the classroom to make you and your students more comfortable… and improve learning.
Speakers
avatar for Tina Thrussell

Tina Thrussell

Facilitator, Best U Can B Inc
Tina Thrussell has been facilitating impactful, interactive, personal expansion experiences for 20 years. Tina is well known for her light-hearted energy and contagious enthusiasm. By effectively combining powerful tools with her strong intuition, she has inspired thousands of people... Read More →
Chakra Toning Chart pdf
Create Calm with Sound handout pdf
Summary Create Calm with Sound pdf
Thursday February 6, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am MST
Westin - BC Room Westin Hotel Edmonton
  Teaching Practices/ Pédagogie, Learning Resources
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Lecture
  • Room Details Westin - BC Room (Westin Hotel Edmonton, Lecture Max capacity for 100 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

9:00am MST

Kairos Blanket Exercise
Thursday February 6, 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm MST
Westin - Alberta Room
This participatory workshop will help participants understand how colonization of the land we now know as Canada has impacted the people who lived here long before settlers arrived. Through this exercise, participants will explore the nation to nation relationship between Indigenous and Non-Indigenous in Canada, how this relationship has been damaged over the years, and how they can work toward Reconciliation.
Speakers
avatar for Robert Kelly

Robert Kelly

Teacher, Greater St. Albert Catholic Schools
Talk to me about technology, education, new apps, travel and the Eskimos!
avatar for Phyllis Kelly

Phyllis Kelly

Phyllis Kelly is a member of St. Albert Metis district. She is a former classroom educator who continues to educate students and teachers on their path towards Reconciliation.
Thursday February 6, 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm MST
Westin - Alberta Room Westin Hotel Edmonton
  Indigenous Education, Social Studies / Études sociales
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format U Shape with chairs around perimeter
  • Room Details Westin - Alberta Room (Westin Hotel Edmonton, U Shape with chairs around perimeter Max capacity for 40 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

9:00am MST

Finding Your Direction
Thursday February 6, 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm MST
Art Gallery of Alberta - Studio 1 (Yellow)
YOU NEED TO PURCHASE AN EVENTBRITE TICKET TO ATTEND THIS SESSION.
Purchase your Eventbrite ticket here!
Price: $12.00
Capacity: 30
***Please be aware: anyone who has marked this session on their schedule without purchasing an Eventbrite ticket will be removed.***

Angela Hall will share many of her Trauma Informed & Indigenous Ways of Knowing Art lessons that she has developed and used to support students and educational staff in self expression, feeling safe, emotional regulation and understanding oneself. These include: My Safe Place Landscape Art, Tree Meditation & Art, Star Blanket Art Renewal, Sacred Circle Meditation & Art, Flowers are Our Medicine, Rites of Passage Art Mandala, Dressing Up Your Spirit, and Medicine Wheel Reflection Art. Teachers will be able to participate in the Medicine Wheel Reflection Art workshop to understand the significance and effectiveness of these art lessons.
Speakers
avatar for Angela Hall

Angela Hall

Teacher, Artist, AguenusArt
Angela Hall is a Métis Albertan, professional teacher, and artist. She has completed a variety of graduate level courses including Trauma Recovery, Grief and Loss, Art Therapy, Drama Therapy, Expressive Art Therapy, and Psychotherapy with Kutenai Art Therapy Institute, St. Stephens... Read More →
Trauma Informed Indigenous Ways of Knowing Art Workshops Finding Your Direction NCTCA Aguenus pptx
Thursday February 6, 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm MST
Art Gallery of Alberta - Studio 1 (Yellow) Art Gallery of Alberta
  Pre-registered (Requires Eventbrite Ticket), Indigenous Education
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format csv
  • Room Details Art Gallery of Alberta - Studio 1 (Yellow) (Art Gallery of Alberta, Max capacity for 0 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

9:00am MST

Fort Edmonton Tour #1 EVENTBRITE TICKET!!
Thursday February 6, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm MST
Fort Edmonton Park Tour #1
YOU NEED TO PURCHASE AN EVENTBRITE TICKET TO ATTEND THIS SESSION.
Purchase your Eventbrite ticket here!
Price: $78.00
Capacity: 50
***Please be aware: anyone who has marked this session on their schedule without purchasing an Eventbrite ticket will be removed.***

Learn With Us!!

wîci-pimohtêminân

Walk with us on our journey of truth and reconciliation. Bring this knowledge, empathy, and understanding into your classrooms. By embracing Indigenous ways of knowing and knowledge, we recognize our perceptions and influences and identify growth points within ourselves. This full-day program includes a catered lunch.
Speakers
FE
Thursday February 6, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm MST
Fort Edmonton Park Tour #1 Fort Edmonton Park
  Tours, Tours
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format csv
  • Room Details Fort Edmonton Park Tour #1 (Fort Edmonton Park, Max capacity for 50 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

9:15am MST

Jessica Janzen - Keynote Session EVENTBRITE TICKET!!
Thursday February 6, 2025 9:15am - 10:15am MST
ECC - Hall D
tbd
Speakers
avatar for Jessica Janzen
Chairperson
JV

Janet Vader

NCTCA Past President
Thursday February 6, 2025 9:15am - 10:15am MST
ECC - Hall D Edmonton Convention Centre
  Feature / Conférencier, Feature / Conférencier
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Lecture
  • Room Details ECC - Hall D (Edmonton Convention Centre, Lecture Max capacity for 2000 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

9:30am MST

Teaching in a Catholic School: Practical Ways to Build Catholic Culture
Thursday February 6, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am MST
ECC - Salon 08
This presentation is told in the context of many 'real life stories', laced with humour, as I was an active Catholic school teacher and administrator for most of my teaching career. Over the course of that time, I had many insights and ideas for ways to ensure that the school truly became 'holy ground'. It is presented with many concrete ideas that will make a real difference in the implementation and building up of the Catholic culture in your school community within the framework of the liturgical year. These ideas are easy to implement, to permeate throughout the school, yet based in sound theological roots from masters level training and real life experience.
Speakers
avatar for Carmen Moore

Carmen Moore

Director, CMoore in Education
Carmen Moore is a passionate educator, parent and storyteller who has been working within the field of education for over twenty-five years. She completed two Masters of Education, spurring on a research project: Project Independence. Carmen has attained the credentials and experience... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am MST
ECC - Salon 08 Edmonton Convention Centre
  Feature / Conférencier, Teaching Practices/ Pédagogie
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Lecture
  • Room Details ECC - Salon 08 (Edmonton Convention Centre, Lecture Max capacity for 338 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

9:30am MST

RAM: L'apprentissage des langues en action : l'approche basée sur les objets (Classe)
Thursday February 6, 2025 9:30am - 11:00am MST
Royal Alberta Museum - Classroom Session
YOU NEED TO PURCHASE AN EVENTBRITE TICKET TO ATTEND THIS SESSION.
Purchase your Eventbrite ticket here!
Price: $39.00
Capacity:20
***Please be aware: anyone who has marked this session on their schedule without purchasing an Eventbrite ticket will be removed.***

Aperçu : Rejoignez-nous au Musée Royal de l’Alberta lors de cet atelier interactif pour découvrir comment l'apprentissage basé sur les objets peut enrichir l'enseignement des langues dans votre classe ! À travers des activités pratiques, vous explorerez comment les objets peuvent stimuler la créativité, éveiller les sens et favoriser l'acquisition linguistique. Repartez avec de nouvelles idées pour rendre l'apprentissage des langues plus tactile, dynamique et mémorable. Les idées tirées de cet atelier peuvent être adaptées à différents niveaux scolaires ou de compétence linguistique. Durée: 1 heure 30 minutes
Speakers
avatar for Monica Roberts

Monica Roberts

Head of Learning, Royal Alberta Museum
The Royal Alberta Museum is Alberta’s provincial museum. We sustain the Province’s collecting, research, and conservation activities and showcase and share a long and storied history of this land and the peoples who have made it their home. Our work is to collect, conserve, research... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 9:30am - 11:00am MST
Royal Alberta Museum - Classroom Session Royal Alberta Museum
  Pre-registered (Requires Eventbrite Ticket), Language Arts / Arts Langagier
  • Language of Presentation French
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Classroom
  • Room Details Royal Alberta Museum - Classroom Session (Royal Alberta Museum, Classroom Max capacity for 20 people)
  • Tags French, All Grades

9:30am MST

Guided Tours at the Art Gallery of Alberta EVENTBRITE TICKET!!
Thursday February 6, 2025 9:30am - 11:00am MST
Art Gallery of Alberta Tour #1
YOU NEED TO PURCHASE AN EVENTBRITE TICKET TO ATTEND THIS SESSION.
Purchase your Eventbrite ticket here!
Price: $24.00
Capacity: 90
***Please be aware: anyone who has marked this session on their schedule without purchasing an Eventbrite ticket will be removed.***

Join us for a guided tour and discussions designed for teachers. Led by our Education team, these tours highlight current exhibitions including key exhibition themes and ideas, connections to the Alberta Program of Studies, applicable visual literacy strategies, and suggestions for classrooms.
Speakers
AG

Art Gallery of Alberta

Education and Learning Administrator, Art Gallery of Alberta
The Art Gallery of Alberta is a museum dedicated to excellent and innovative practice in programming, stewardship, and presentation of visual arts in Western Canada and across the nation. The Art Gallery of Alberta creates a welcoming and engaging environment where people are motivated... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 9:30am - 11:00am MST
Art Gallery of Alberta Tour #1 Art Gallery of Alberta
  Tours, General Interest / Intérêt Général
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format csv
  • Room Details Art Gallery of Alberta Tour #1 (Art Gallery of Alberta, Max capacity for 90 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

10:15am MST

The Basics of Bullying: What it is, what it isn’t and what we can do about it EVENTBRITE TICKET!!
Thursday February 6, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am MST
ECC - Salon 01
The term bullying has earned its buzzword status in this generation and seems to be met all too often with eyerolls and “tattle-tale” tut-tuts. But it’s still very much a dynamic impacting our students and schools…in both the kids and the adults. Bullying is alive and well, and as we all know has consequences in the classroom, the staffroom, the community and the connected world. It has an impact on mental health, belief systems, development and interactions in all settings of our lives, and so we need to understand it. This session teaches what bullying is and isn’t, how it’s changed, and how we can best respond in discipline, support, and society.
Speakers
avatar for Ariel Haubrich

Ariel Haubrich

Consultant/ Trainer/ Private Practitioner, Learning Network
Ariel Haubrich works in school & community mental health as a counsellor and program manager, and also as a consultant, presenter and private practitioner with government, businesses, teams and individuals working toward personal and organizational development. She is a Certified... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am MST
ECC - Salon 01 Edmonton Convention Centre
  Admin / Leadership, Teaching Practices/ Pédagogie
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Lecture
  • Room Details ECC - Salon 01 (Edmonton Convention Centre, Lecture Max capacity for 72 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

10:15am MST

President Schilling: Unplugged (Session 1)
Thursday February 6, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am MST
Westin - Saskatchewan Room
This session will offer the opportunity to meet with President Schilling in a group setting to discuss matters and issues that are of importance to you and your colleagues. The session will open with a few focus questions from President Schilling followed by an opportunity to have open dialogue on topics generated by the discussion.
Speakers
avatar for Jason Schilling

Jason Schilling

President, ATA
Thursday February 6, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am MST
Westin - Saskatchewan Room Westin Hotel Edmonton
  ATA, ATA
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Lecture
  • Room Details Westin - Saskatchewan Room (Westin Hotel Edmonton, Lecture Max capacity for 250 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

10:15am MST

Removing the Stop Signs at the Intersections of Gender and Leadership
Thursday February 6, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am MST
ECC - Salon 17/18
The Educational Leadership at the Intersections of Gender is a bilingual project funded by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada, and co-led by academics (UofA) and professional bodies (ATA, CASS). This research project aimed to investigate the effect of factors such as leaves and care taking roles and the impact of gender and intersectionalities on the career progression of women educators. We first gathered data through an anonymous online survey and then through focus groups. Our data confirmed what we have long known, the progression of women through the teaching profession is significantly different than men and reinforced the importance of bringing women to the policymaking process. As the late justice Ruth Baden Ginsburg said, "Women belong in all places where decisions are being made. It shouldn't be that women are the exception." With that in mind, our workshop will be dedicated to both presenting our research findings in an interactive manner, and to hosting a collaborative dialogue around policy-oriented questions and personal experiences with career progression. The Alberta based research is the first step to what we hope becomes a nation-wide project, which will improve the live experiences of women as they move through the teaching profession.
Speakers
avatar for Elissa Corsi

Elissa Corsi

Associate Executive Secretary - Alberta Teachers' Association
Dr. Elissa Corsi is one of two Associate Executive Secretaries for the Alberta Teachers' Association and is the Coordinator of the Association's Government Services program area. She worked as a teacher and administrator in Alberta schools, both in English and French Immersion, before... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am MST
ECC - Salon 17/18 Edmonton Convention Centre
  ATA, ATA
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Lecture
  • Room Details ECC - Salon 17/18 (Edmonton Convention Centre, Lecture Max capacity for 72 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

10:15am MST

ATRF Your Pension Essentials
Thursday February 6, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am MST
Westin - Manitoba Room
This presentation is designed specifically for teachers that have recently joined the plan. It provides a general overview of the plan, including information about pension contributions, maintaining your spouse/beneficiary information, the eligibility requirements for a pension, purchasing leaves of absences and substitute service, and transferring service with another pension plan.
Speakers
avatar for Linda Lau

Linda Lau

Pension Counsellor, Alberta Teachers' Retirement Fund (ATRF)
A Pension counsellor with the Alberta Teachers' Retirement Fund (ATRF).
Thursday February 6, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am MST
Westin - Manitoba Room Westin Hotel Edmonton
  General Interest / Intérêt Général, Teacher Wellness / Bien-être
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Tables
  • Room Details Westin - Manitoba Room (Westin Hotel Edmonton, Tables Max capacity for 230 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

10:15am MST

Forest Bathing and Earthing – Natural Ways to Heal
Thursday February 6, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am MST
Westin - BC Room
Forest Bathing and Earthing may be the latest health trend, but they certainly are not new practices! In this session you’ll gain a clear understanding of what these practices are, what the benefits are, and how You can do them. Learn how the ancient wisdom of spending time in the forest and with your feet on the earth is not only good for your health, but good for your soul! (A great add-on for outdoor education classes and arts-related programs)
Speakers
avatar for Tina Thrussell

Tina Thrussell

Facilitator, Best U Can B Inc
Tina Thrussell has been facilitating impactful, interactive, personal expansion experiences for 20 years. Tina is well known for her light-hearted energy and contagious enthusiasm. By effectively combining powerful tools with her strong intuition, she has inspired thousands of people... Read More →
Benefits & Joys of Forest Bathing & Earthing Handout pdf
Forest Bathing & Earthing How To pdf
Resources for Earthing handout pdf
Thursday February 6, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am MST
Westin - BC Room Westin Hotel Edmonton
  Health - CALM / Santé, Teacher Wellness / Bien-être
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Lecture
  • Room Details Westin - BC Room (Westin Hotel Edmonton, Lecture Max capacity for 100 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

10:15am MST

ADHD: From BAD to GOAT in School and Beyond!
Thursday February 6, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am MST
ECC - Salon 04
Students with ADHD are often be misunderstood or even overlooked, especially when it comes to handling and understanding behaviours. This session is designed to provide insight into the whys and the hows of the ADHD brain, and how school staff can best support students with this challenging (and sometimes confusing, vexing, and exasperating) neurodevelopmental disorder. Teachers will leave with a a better understanding of the nature of ADHD, how it impacts different domains of functioning, as well as a variety of resources, ideas, and information to take their students with ADHD to Greatest Of All Time status!
Speakers
avatar for Jill Stankov

Jill Stankov

Registered Provisional Psychologist, Thrive Teen Therapy
Jill Stankov is a Registered Provisional Psychologist with Thrive Teen Therapy in Edmonton. Armed with 5 years of teaching experience and a Masters in Counselling and Applied Psychology Jill left the junior high classroom for counselling private practice in 2022. Her main areas of... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am MST
ECC - Salon 04 Edmonton Convention Centre
  Inclusive Education / Éducation Inclusive, Teaching Practices/ Pédagogie
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Lecture
  • Room Details ECC - Salon 04 (Edmonton Convention Centre, Lecture Max capacity for 308 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

10:15am MST

Transgender Legislation in Alberta: A Discussion
Thursday February 6, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am MST
ECC - Room D2
In January 2024, the Government of Alberta announced that it would be rolling out legislation in the fall affecting transgender and non-binary youth and adults. This session is a discussion of where we are at as of the 2025 NCTCA Convention and where we go from here. Come speak to a panel of experts in 2SLGBTQIA+ Inclusion on best practices, current research, and policy implementation, as we learn to navigate this new landscape together while caring for and supporting some of the most vulnerable students in our schools.
Speakers
avatar for Cory Albrecht

Cory Albrecht

Cory Albrecht (he/him) is currently a principal at WD Cuts Junior High. He has spent over 25 years with St. Albert Public Schools and has been an administrator at all levels of schooling K-12. He strives to create safe and welcoming schools where all students are celebrated. In 2023... Read More →
avatar for Matthew Tripp

Matthew Tripp

Matt Tripp (he/him) is an eighteen-year educator and has been an administrator for the last eight years at both the elementary and junior high levels. Currently, he is the Principal of Ronald Harvey Elementary School. Throughout his education career, Matt has been an advocate for... Read More →
avatar for Andrew Wiens

Andrew Wiens

Andrew (he/him) is currently the lead teacher for the GSA at W. D. Cuts Jr. High in St. Albert, a member of the SOGI group for St. Albert Public Schools, and has been running GSA's in one form or another since 2009. Andrew is one of the co-chairs for the St. Albert Local No. 73 Rainbow... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am MST
ECC - Room D2 Edmonton Convention Centre
  Inclusive Education / Éducation Inclusive, DEHR
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Lecture
  • Room Details ECC - Room D2 (Edmonton Convention Centre, Lecture Max capacity for 60 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

10:15am MST

How Big Movies Help Students Understand Big Transferable Concepts
Thursday February 6, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am MST
ECC - Salon 10
Finding Nemo. How to Train Your Dragon. Apollo 13. There are big ideas and big moments in big movies: ideas that can pinpoint key instances of learning and transfer. We’ll examine these moments (and more) and bridge them into classroom learning. Teachers will learn about transfer theory and ways to use movies to explicitly teach for transfer of understanding. This session includes a support package of takeaways, teaching tips, and graphic organizers teachers can use in their classrooms.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Karena Hartson

Dr. Karena Hartson

Consultant
Dr. Hartson is a secondary literacy consultant who delivers high-level, high-energy professional learning sessions that help teachers leverage their own experiences to support student learning. Teachers attending her sessions will come away with tools and strategies that they can... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am MST
ECC - Salon 10 Edmonton Convention Centre
  Language Arts / Arts Langagier, Teaching Practices/ Pédagogie
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Tables
  • Room Details ECC - Salon 10 (Edmonton Convention Centre, Tables Max capacity for 120 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

10:15am MST

(K-12) Sports-Themed Dances to Develop Physical Literacy
Thursday February 6, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am MST
Saville - Dance Studio
Basketball, soccer, swimming, baseball and beyond ...this workshop is filled with sport-based movements to inspire even the most hesitant ‘non-dancer’ athletes in your classes to get moving, as they practice fundamental movement skills and claim their “Bubble of Awesome”. Discover easy and fun music-driven combos that showcase how dance moves can come from anywhere when you drop the ‘rules’ of dance and get playful with physical literacy.
Speakers
avatar for Danielle Fraser

Danielle Fraser

Teacher and Consultant, PL3Y Education Edmonton & Red Deer
Danielle Fraser is a K-12 teacher who specializes in Physical Education and Inclusion Support. She graduated from the University of British Columbia with a Bachelor of Kinesiology and a Bachelor of Education. Over the years, she has taught in BC and Alberta, and has present in Canada... Read More →
avatar for Amy Wesolowsky

Amy Wesolowsky

Amy is a current educator and dance studio owner and instructor. Amy earned her Bachelor of Education from the University of Alberta in 2011, and became an ADAPT certified instructor in tap and jazz in 2018. In addition to being a DANCEPL3Y instructor for adults and kids, Amy is certified... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am MST
Saville - Dance Studio Saville Community Sports Centre
  Physical Education / Éducation Physique, Fine Arts

10:15am MST

Celebrating Intercultural Connection and Inclusion in Physical Education
Thursday February 6, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am MST
Westin - Strathcona Room
Join Ever Active Schools as we explore ways to foster inclusivity, enrich learning, and promote a global perspective within your physical education program. This session samples activities from International Games, a resource featuring lesson plans from 9 countries. Learn the process used to develop the student-led resource, and spark ideas for how to celebrate the unique cultures of your school community.
Speakers
avatar for Ever Active Schools

Ever Active Schools

Health & Wellness Consultant, Everactive Schools
Ever Active Schools is a registered national charity designed to create and support healthy school communities. We engage and support schools through a Comprehensive School Health framework, which addresses health and education goals to improve the social outcomes of children and... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am MST
Westin - Strathcona Room Westin Hotel Edmonton
  Physical Education / Éducation Physique, Health - CALM / Santé
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Open space with chairs around perimeter
  • Room Details Westin - Strathcona Room (Westin Hotel Edmonton, Open space with chairs around perimeter Max capacity for 50 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

10:15am MST

KAOS X SPORT (chaos cross sport)
Thursday February 6, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am MST
Saville - Gym 1
KAOS X SPORT IS A SIMPLE YET DYNAMIC FUN FAST PACED EXCITING TEAM GAME -THAT PUSHES THE ELITE ATHLETE WHILE PULLING THE NON-ATHLETE OFF THE BENCH ENGAGING THEM WITH AN ENTHUSIASTIC DESIRE TO PARTICIPATE! It is both fun and affordable, great for a warm up, intramurals, fitness, or after school programming ideal for students from grades 4 - 12! Come prepared to play and learn the kinesthetic way.
Speakers
avatar for Tim Stewart

Tim Stewart

Tim Stewart, Physical Education at Buck Mountain Central School (West Central Alberta). Physical Education specialist teaching K-12 in Alberta the past 20 plus years. Lead teacher in the development of the Physical Education curriculum program of studies in 1999 and have led Physical... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am MST
Saville - Gym 1 Saville Community Sports Centre
  Physical Education / Éducation Physique, Beginning Teachers

10:15am MST

Inspire and Create in Mixed Media
Thursday February 6, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am MST
Art Gallery of Alberta - Studio 3
YOU NEED TO PURCHASE AN EVENTBRITE TICKET TO ATTEND THIS SESSION.
Purchase your Eventbrite ticket here!
Price: $12.00
Capacity: 30
***Please be aware: anyone who has marked this session on their schedule without purchasing an Eventbrite ticket will be removed.***

Join this exciting workshop designed specifically for elementary and junior high teachers, where you'll discover two captivating projects your students will love! Dive into a creative adventure involving cutting, gluing, painting and collaging. You'll guide your students in creating a vibrant mixed-media representation of one of Alberta's beautiful cities, capturing its unique charm and history. Tailored to various grade levels, this workshop demonstrates how to seamlessly integrate this project across different subjects, enriching your curriculum. Each participant will receive links to the YouTube instructional video and the PowerPoint presentation to use in their art classroom. All art materials are provided for a $10 fee. Come and ignite your classroom with creativity and cross-curricular magic!
Speakers
avatar for Izabella Orzelski

Izabella Orzelski

Fine Arts Council
Izabella, an accomplished artist and educator, holds an MFA from the New York Academy of Art and a Ph.D. in education from the University of Alberta. Her contributions to art education have been recognized with the Winspear Fund Grant and the Dahesh Museum Award in New York. She is... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am MST
Art Gallery of Alberta - Studio 3 Art Gallery of Alberta
  Pre-registered (Requires Eventbrite Ticket), Fine Arts
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format csv
  • Room Details Art Gallery of Alberta - Studio 3 (Art Gallery of Alberta, Max capacity for people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

10:15am MST

From Fake News to Fact Finders: Empowering Student Decision Making and Science Literacy EVENTBRITE TICKET!!
Thursday February 6, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am MST
ECC - Salon 05
With social media, news outlets, and community members chiming in on topics like climate change and the pandemic, it’s no wonder why many students are left trying to piece together what’s true and what’s false, let alone try to make sound decisions based on the information they’re receiving. Our hope as educators is that we can equip and empower our students with the skills necessary to navigate this world, especially in times of urgency and of uncertainty. When it comes to science related topics, educators play a crucial role in providing the necessary tools and skills to bolster their scientific literacy, so that they can feel confident talking about these topics, but also in making crucial decisions in their day to day lives.
Speakers
DC

Daniela Carbajal

Daniela Carbajal is the Outreach Coordinator at WISEST, Women in Scholarship, Engineering, Science and Technology, based at the University of Alberta. Daniela has a BSc and is finishing a BA in Native Studies. She focuses and encourages grass-roots community work and research to promote... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am MST
ECC - Salon 05 Edmonton Convention Centre
  Science-sciences, Teaching Practices/ Pédagogie
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Lecture
  • Room Details ECC - Salon 05 (Edmonton Convention Centre, Lecture Max capacity for 70 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

10:15am MST

Nutrition, fitness and health habits for a successful school year
Thursday February 6, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am MST
Westin - Chancellor Room
In this session, Mel will answer some common questions about nutrition, movement, sleep, and stress—essential factors for maintaining balance and achieving a successful school year as a teacher. Let’s dive into practical tips to help you feel your best!
Speakers
avatar for Melissa Chatigny

Melissa Chatigny

I have been a personal trainer for the better part of 15 years. Working as a CrossFit coach, Olympic weightlifting coach and now full time into nutrition coaching as well, after 15 years in the industry I have seen it all! I have worked with a broad range of individuals; from high... Read More →
Chairperson
avatar for Heather Lister
Thursday February 6, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am MST
Westin - Chancellor Room Westin Hotel Edmonton
  Teacher Wellness / Bien-être, Health - CALM / Santé
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Lecture
  • Room Details Westin - Chancellor Room (Westin Hotel Edmonton, Lecture Max capacity for 50 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

10:15am MST

Téflon ou Velcro - Comment maximiser l’apprentissage - 1ère à 12e année
Thursday February 6, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am MST
Westin - Turner Valley Room
On comprend de mieux en mieux comment le cerveau apprend. De nombreux ouvrages à cet effet offrent des suggestions à savoir comment enseigner afin de maximiser l’apprentissage. Cet atelier a pour but de vous présenter quelques-unes des stratégies pratico-pratiques suggérées dans les plus récentes recherches.
Speakers
avatar for Renée Michaud

Renée Michaud

Consultante en mathématiques/Math Consultant, RLM Consulting
Renée Michaud est consultante en mathématiques.  Elle présente régulièrement des sessions variées à différents congrès de différentes provinces tel qu’à APPIPC, BCAMT, APEF et nationalement à ACPI et ce, en français et en anglais.  Elle travaille également pour des... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am MST
Westin - Turner Valley Room Westin Hotel Edmonton
  Teaching Practices/ Pédagogie, Inclusive Education / Éducation Inclusive
  • Language of Presentation French
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Tables
  • Room Details Westin - Turner Valley Room (Westin Hotel Edmonton, Tables Max capacity for 80 people)
  • Tags French, All Grades

10:15am MST

Transforming Student Learning: Harnessing Canva's Audio, AI, and Animation
Thursday February 6, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am MST
Westin - Devonian Room
This workshop will equip educators with the skills to leverage Canva's powerful audio, AI, and animation features to create engaging and effective learning experiences. Participants will explore a wide range of applications, from such as text-to-speech and image generation to voiceovers, sound effects, and music integration, all designed to help students showcase their knowledge in innovative and creative ways. This session is ideal for: - Educators at all levels of experience, from beginners to advanced users of Canva. - Teachers across various subject areas and grade levels. - School administrators and instructional coaches interested in promoting innovative teaching practices.
Speakers
avatar for Meagan Alfano

Meagan Alfano

Meagan brings a decade of educational experience, most recently igniting middle schoolers' passion for STEM in Alberta, Canada. A Google Certified Innovator, she uses design thinking to create real-world, community-driven STEM experiences. Coding, Micro:bit, Makey Makey, 3D modeling... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am MST
Westin - Devonian Room Westin Hotel Edmonton
  Technology / Technolgie, Learning Resources
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Tables
  • Room Details Westin - Devonian Room (Westin Hotel Edmonton, Tables Max capacity for 240 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

10:45am MST

Truth Before Reconciliation
Thursday February 6, 2025 10:45am - 11:45am MST
ECC - Hall D
Connie Walker has been at the forefront of covering Indigenous stories for over 20 years. Her award-winning investigations into the crisis of violence in Indigenous communities and the legacy of residential schools help audiences make the connections required to better understand the truth and impact of our colonial history. Walker's powerful presentation draws on her Pulitzer Prize and Peabody Award-winning podcast to help audiences understand why it’s crucial to uncover the truth before we can begin talking about meaningful reconciliation.
Speakers
avatar for Connie Walker

Connie Walker

Pulitzer Prize and Peabody Award-Winning Indigenous Journalist Named one of TIME’s 100 most influential people of 2024, Connie Walker has spent over two decades shedding light on often overlooked Indigenous stories. A Pulitzer Prize and Peabody Award-winning investigative journalist... Read More →
Chairperson
CB

Carryl Bennett

President, NCTCA
TBD
Thursday February 6, 2025 10:45am - 11:45am MST
ECC - Hall D Edmonton Convention Centre
  Feature / Conférencier, Feature / Conférencier
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Lecture
  • Room Details ECC - Hall D (Edmonton Convention Centre, Lecture Max capacity for 2000 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

11:00am MST

“The Good Life” Redefined
Thursday February 6, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm MST
ECC - Salon 08
What does it mean to live "the good life"? Drawing on the latest psychological wellbeing research, this session challenges conventional notions and pressures about what we “should” be doing and reminds us that pursuits of wellbeing, happiness, and the so-called “good life” are not one-size-fits-all. But what does this mean for our everyday lives and careers? How do we cut through the noise to activate more personalized pathways to fulfillment? You’ll leave with science-backed and life-tested insights you can activate immediately in your life and work, including how to shift from languishing (that “blah” feeling many of us get stuck in) to truly living your own aligned version of the good life – not someone else’s. If you’ve been craving more aliveness and wellbeing (without the guilt!) – this session is for you.
Speakers
avatar for Dana Fulwiler Volk

Dana Fulwiler Volk

Dana Fulwiler Volk is an educator, wellbeing science expert, and co-founder of the Teacher Fan Club – an internationally recognized wellbeing and gratitude hub dedicated to celebrating and supporting educators. She holds a Master of Applied Positive Psychology from the world-renowned... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm MST
ECC - Salon 08 Edmonton Convention Centre
  Feature / Conférencier, Feature / Conférencier
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Lecture
  • Room Details ECC - Salon 08 (Edmonton Convention Centre, Lecture Max capacity for 338 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

11:30am MST

Where Staff Believe They Belong
Thursday February 6, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm MST
ECC - Salon 11
The staff retention message is simple. People stay where they feel respected, valued as individuals, comfortable being who they are, and appreciated for what they achieve and how they contribute. Organized around themes from Thanks, Again! More Simple, Inexpensive Ways for Busy Leaders to Recognize Staff, this program is filled with simple ways to create a workplace where staff members feel they belong. When you feel you are where you belong, why leave? BONUS: Participants will receive sample chapters from Thanks, Again! More Simple, Inexpensive Ways for Busy Leaders to Recognize Staff.
Speakers
avatar for Nelson Scott

Nelson Scott

Nelson Scott is a former teacher, principal, and assistant superintendent. Today, he works with managers, supervisors and administrators who are committed to hiring the right people and engaging them using high-value, low-cost staff recognition. He is the author of Thanks! GREAT Job... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm MST
ECC - Salon 11 Edmonton Convention Centre
  Admin / Leadership, General Interest / Intérêt Général
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Lecture
  • Room Details ECC - Salon 11 (Edmonton Convention Centre, Lecture Max capacity for 240 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

11:30am MST

AI Prompting for Teacher Success
Thursday February 6, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm MST
Westin - Saskatchewan Room
Discover how to harness the power of AI chatbots like ChatGPT to enhance your teaching practice! In this hands-on professional development session, you’ll learn how to craft effective prompts to get tailored, high-quality results including generating engaging lesson plans, creating differentiated instructional materials, or brainstorming new pedagogical strategies. Perfect for beginners and seasoned tech users alike, this session will equip you with practical skills to use AI as a creative collaborator and thinking partner. Leave with ready-to-use examples, prompt templates, and confidence to make AI work for you in the classroom.
Speakers
avatar for Dan Grassick

Dan Grassick

Executive Staff Officer, Professional Development, The Alberta Teachers' Association
TBD
Thursday February 6, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm MST
Westin - Saskatchewan Room Westin Hotel Edmonton
  ATA, ATA
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Lecture
  • Room Details Westin - Saskatchewan Room (Westin Hotel Edmonton, Lecture Max capacity for 250 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

11:30am MST

Teacher Safety Net
Thursday February 6, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm MST
ECC - Salon 17/18
Over many years the Association has been able to construct a safety net for teachers and their families. This presentation provides an overview of what teachers have in regard to sick leave and other leaves through the collective agreement, extended disability, life insurance, other benefit plan provisions, as well as pension and death benefits. This is a light-hearted presentation that is intended to be presented to local teachers in order to provide very relevant and necessary information on existing entitlements.
Speakers
avatar for ATA Staff Officer

ATA Staff Officer

Danny Maas, Executive Staff Officer
ATA Staff Officer bio to be shared later
Thursday February 6, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm MST
ECC - Salon 17/18 Edmonton Convention Centre
  ATA, ATA
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Lecture
  • Room Details ECC - Salon 17/18 (Edmonton Convention Centre, Lecture Max capacity for 72 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

11:30am MST

Creating Next Level Art Exhibitions
Thursday February 6, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm MST
ECC - Salon 10
Exhibitions are the standard way to present art, but more goes into the show than you might imagine. From concept to planning and execution, art curator Alexis Marie Chute will share with you her two-decade-long experience and knowledge about mounting meaningful exhibits. The tips you’ll glean will be applicable for mounting art shows in schools, libraries, community centers, galleries, and beyond. Alexis will inspire you with ground-breaking examples and show how you can create a show-stopping exhibit on any budget.
Speakers
avatar for Alexis Marie Chute

Alexis Marie Chute

Creative Director, Alexis Marie Productions Inc.
Alexis Marie Chute is an award-winning artist, photographer, filmmaker, gallery curator, and bestselling author. Her books include The 8th Island Trilogy (Above the Star, Below the Moon, Inside the Sun) and memoir Expecting Sunshine: A Journey of Grief, Healing and Pregnancy After... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm MST
ECC - Salon 10 Edmonton Convention Centre
  Fine Arts, Technology / Technolgie
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Tables
  • Room Details ECC - Salon 10 (Edmonton Convention Centre, Tables Max capacity for 120 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

11:30am MST

ATRF Steps to Receiving Your Pension
Thursday February 6, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm MST
Westin - Manitoba Room
This presentation is designed for teachers who are planning to retire during the current year or within the next few years. It provides detailed information about deciding to retire, the Steps to Retirement process and forms, the pension options, and post-retirement considerations.
Speakers
avatar for Linda Lau

Linda Lau

Pension Counsellor, Alberta Teachers' Retirement Fund (ATRF)
A Pension counsellor with the Alberta Teachers' Retirement Fund (ATRF).
Thursday February 6, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm MST
Westin - Manitoba Room Westin Hotel Edmonton
  General Interest / Intérêt Général, Teacher Wellness / Bien-être
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Tables
  • Room Details Westin - Manitoba Room (Westin Hotel Edmonton, Tables Max capacity for 230 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

11:30am MST

Anxious Children and Empowered Teachers
Thursday February 6, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm MST
ECC - Salon 01
This workshop will assist professionals to begin to understand the psychological and physiological factors that underly anxiety in children. Participants will also learn tools they can implement to help children better manage anxiety. Leading edge research, data, information and approaches (such as Eli Lebowitz' SPACE Approach)from the field of psychology will be included in this session.
Speakers
avatar for Nadia Proano

Nadia Proano

Registered Psychologist, Well Workshop Ltd.
Hello! My name is Emmalee Brosch and I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist. I earned a Master’s of Counselling through City University of Edmonton. The population that I have worked with the most is children and youth. I have worked with children and youth for the last eight... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm MST
ECC - Salon 01 Edmonton Convention Centre
  Guidance / Counselling, Beginning Teachers
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Lecture
  • Room Details ECC - Salon 01 (Edmonton Convention Centre, Lecture Max capacity for 72 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

11:30am MST

Inclusion Made Easy - Practical Strategies for Struggling Learners
Thursday February 6, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm MST
ECC - Salon 03
Inclusion does not have to be difficult! This engaging session will provide teachers with a smorgasbord of instructional tips and tools designed to engage struggling and reluctant learners. You will also be introduced to some universal teaching strategies that work well for all students. Come learn practical tactics and effective approaches that work with struggling learners. While many of these strategies come from the field of inclusive education, they will benefit all students!
Speakers
avatar for Danny Bateman

Danny Bateman

Danny is currently an instructor of pre-service teachers at Concordia University of Edmonton. As an experienced and esteemed public speaker, he delivers teaching strategies and inspiration using entertaining experiences and actionable content. He has delivered hundreds of successful... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm MST
ECC - Salon 03 Edmonton Convention Centre
  Inclusive Education / Éducation Inclusive, Teaching Practices/ Pédagogie
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Lecture
  • Room Details ECC - Salon 03 (Edmonton Convention Centre, Lecture Max capacity for 180 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

11:30am MST

Tree Teachings: ​​Combining Indigenous Earth Science & Western Science
Thursday February 6, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm MST
ECC - Salon 13/14
Join Valerie Miller to be introduced to Tree Teachings, Indigenous-authored science resources that combine Indigenous science and western science. Six resources have been (or are soon to be) developed looking at trees that span Canada and share significance to multiple Indigenous populations: Wáhta (Sugar Maple), Azaadi (Aspen), Giizhik (Cedar), Mitigomizh (Oak), Baapaagimaak (Ash) and Mashkiigwaatig (Tamarack). Explore the virtual resources and hands-on components developed by an Indigenous educator and a collective of Elders, Knowledge Keepers, Indigenous academics, scientists and educators.
Speakers
avatar for Valerie Miller

Valerie Miller

Future Energy Systems
Valerie Miller (she/her) is the Outreach and Engagement Lead for Future Energy Systems and has a PhD in land reclamation from the University of Alberta. Valerie supports personnel to share research with audiences through opportunities like tours, videos, books, talks, and in-person/online... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm MST
ECC - Salon 13/14 Edmonton Convention Centre
  Indigenous Education, Science-sciences
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Tables
  • Room Details ECC - Salon 13/14 (Edmonton Convention Centre, Tables Max capacity for 60 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

11:30am MST

3 Simple Tricks That Make Editing Fun and Easy (And Other Lies)
Thursday February 6, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm MST
Westin - BC Room
Why is editing such a struggle for so many students and their teachers? The short answer: editing is hard. We’ll look at the complexity of the editing process and the nature of young learners, and then consider implications for instruction. You'll walk away with a fresh perspective on what editing success might look like in your classroom—it might even be happening already!—as well as practical ideas based on best practices.
Speakers
avatar for Robin Pawlak

Robin Pawlak

Children's Author
A language arts teacher for 31 years in Red Deer, Robin retired in 2016. He immediately set to work in pursuit of a lifelong dream, realized in 2018 with the publication of the first of two children’s novels. While he loves writing, he just couldn’t leave the world of education... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm MST
Westin - BC Room Westin Hotel Edmonton
  Language Arts / Arts Langagier, General Interest / Intérêt Général
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Lecture
  • Room Details Westin - BC Room (Westin Hotel Edmonton, Lecture Max capacity for 100 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

11:30am MST

Southern-African Music for Children
Thursday February 6, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm MST
Westin - Strathcona Room
Having moved to Canada from Namibia in 2008, Garth Prince sought ways to teach traditional African music to his Canadian-born children. He discovered that many children were captivated by the energy and rhythms of southern Africa, which led him to spend the next decade developing strategies to make this music more accessible. Despite facing numerous challenges along the way, Garth is grateful for the educators who supported him throughout his journey. In this session, he will share what he has learned, teach a song, and provide access to tutorial videos that participants can bring back to their students.
Speakers
avatar for Garth Prince

Garth Prince

Garth Prince is a JUNO Award-winning Namibian-Canadian performer with years of experience in community building through interactive music workshops in schools. He encourages cultural diversity in work and play environments, appealing to children of all ages and abilities. Prince is... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm MST
Westin - Strathcona Room Westin Hotel Edmonton
  Music / Musique, Physical Education / Éducation Physique
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Open space with chairs around perimeter
  • Room Details Westin - Strathcona Room (Westin Hotel Edmonton, Open space with chairs around perimeter Max capacity for 50 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

11:30am MST

Delighting in Developing Physical Literacy Through Large Omnikin Ball Games
Thursday February 6, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm MST
Saville - Gym 1
Using large and light balls makes passing and receiving easier, and a little zanier, as participants develop physical literacy skills involving sending, receiving, and retaining with at least twenty (20) different activities. Main takeaways are: + Learning 30 inclusive Games + Creatively developing Physical Literacy + Experiencing the joy of playing with large light balls.
Speakers
avatar for John Byl

John Byl

Canadian Gopher Sport Educational Consultant, Canadian Gopher Educational Consultant
John Byl, PhD, (he, him) is the Canadian Gopher Educational Consultant, and a retired professor of Physical Education at Redeemer University in Ancaster, Ontario (1986-2014). Dr. Byl has authored or coauthored over 30 books. He is the winner of several professional awards, including... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm MST
Saville - Gym 1 Saville Community Sports Centre
  Physical Education / Éducation Physique, Physical Education / Éducation Physique

12:00pm MST

Explore the TELUS World of Science - Thursday PM
Thursday February 6, 2025 12:00pm - 3:00pm MST
TELUS World of Science Tour #1
YOU NEED TO PURCHASE AN EVENTBRITE TICKET TO ATTEND THIS SESSION.
Purchase your Eventbrite ticket here!
Price: $12.00
Capacity: 60
***Please be aware: anyone who has marked this session on their schedule without purchasing an Eventbrite ticket will be removed.***

TBD
Thursday February 6, 2025 12:00pm - 3:00pm MST
TELUS World of Science Tour #1 TELUS World of Science
  Tours, Tours
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format csv
  • Room Details TELUS World of Science Tour #1 (TELUS World of Science, Max capacity for 60 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

12:30pm MST

Guided Tour- Muttart Conservatory Tour #1 Thursday SOLD OUT!
Thursday February 6, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm MST
Muttart Conservatory Tour #1
YOU NEED TO PURCHASE AN EVENTBRITE TICKET TO ATTEND THIS SESSION. Purchase your Eventbrite ticket here! Price: $14.00 Capacity: 20 ***Please be aware: anyone who has marked this session on their schedule without purchasing an Eventbrite ticket will be removed.*** Join a knowledgeable interpreter for a guided tour of the gems of Muttart Conservatory’s plant collection. You’ll explore the lush plant life of the tropical pyramid, discover unique plant adaptations in the arid pyramid, and enjoy the changing of the seasons in the temperate pyramid.
Thursday February 6, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm MST
Muttart Conservatory Tour #1 Muttart Conservatory
  Tours, Tours
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format csv
  • Room Details Muttart Conservatory Tour #1 (Muttart Conservatory, Max capacity for people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

12:30pm MST

Flowers Are Our Medicine ALMOST SOLD OUT!
Thursday February 6, 2025 12:30pm - 3:30pm MST
Art Gallery of Alberta - Studio 1 (Yellow)
YOU NEED TO PURCHASE AN EVENTBRITE TICKET TO ATTEND THIS SESSION.
Purchase your Eventbrite ticket here!
Price: $12.00
Capacity: 30
***Please be aware: anyone who has marked this session on their schedule without purchasing an Eventbrite ticket will be removed.***

Angela Hall will share many of her Trauma Informed & Indigenous Ways of Knowing Art lessons that she has developed and used to support students and educational staff in self expression, feeling safe, emotional regulation and understanding oneself. These include: My Safe Place Landscape Art, Tree Meditation & Art, Star Blanket Art Renewal, Sacred Circle Meditation & Art, Flowers are Our Medicine, Rites of Passage Art Mandala, Dressing Up Your Spirit, and Medicine Wheel Reflection Art. Teachers will be able to participate in the Flowers Are Our Medicine Art workshop to understand the significance and effectiveness of these art lessons.
Speakers
avatar for Angela Hall

Angela Hall

Teacher, Artist, AguenusArt
Angela Hall is a Métis Albertan, professional teacher, and artist. She has completed a variety of graduate level courses including Trauma Recovery, Grief and Loss, Art Therapy, Drama Therapy, Expressive Art Therapy, and Psychotherapy with Kutenai Art Therapy Institute, St. Stephens... Read More →
Trauma Informed Indigenous Ways of Knowing Art Workshops Flowers Are Our Medicine NCTCA pptx
Thursday February 6, 2025 12:30pm - 3:30pm MST
Art Gallery of Alberta - Studio 1 (Yellow) Art Gallery of Alberta
  Pre-registered (Requires Eventbrite Ticket), Indigenous Education
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format csv
  • Room Details Art Gallery of Alberta - Studio 1 (Yellow) (Art Gallery of Alberta, Max capacity for 0 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

12:45pm MST

Leadership Unplugged: Real Talk, Real Solutions and Building Real Networks for Impactful Leadership ALMOST SOLD OUT!
Thursday February 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm MST
ECC - Salon 11
Join members of the executive of the Council for School Leadership as we attempt to cut through the noise and dive deep into issues that truly matter to Alberta Leaders. This conversation based session aims to engage in candid conversations and collaborative problem solving for today’s leaders. In this fast paced session we will showcase opportunities available to expand your leadership network and brainstorm new opportunities to support leaders in today’s ever changing context. Throughout this session we will have real conversations about some of the biggest challenges facing leaders today and work together to determine the best path forward. We invite you to join us as current and active leaders facilitate meaningful discussions to impact how we lead tomorrow.
Speakers
avatar for Corey Haley

Corey Haley

Principal, Parkland School Division
Members of the Council for School Leadership (CSL) from the NCTCA region will present this session. Corey Haley, CSL Professional Development Officer / uLead Conference Chair. Bryn Spence, CSL Secretary. Nealle Dickson, CSL Member at Large. Nicole Marcinkevics, CSL Social Media and... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm MST
ECC - Salon 11 Edmonton Convention Centre
  Admin / Leadership, ATA
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Lecture
  • Room Details ECC - Salon 11 (Edmonton Convention Centre, Lecture Max capacity for 240 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

12:45pm MST

Two Sides to The Story: Trauma Informed Schools
Thursday February 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm MST
ECC - Salon 02
How can we integrate the goals and activities of education, while understanding the ways people’s stories (traumas)impact their learning and behaviours? We become “Trauma Informed.” Learn the 5 key principles of Trauma Informed Schools and how to create safe spaces for learning and growing. This Session will help us to become aware of the dynamics of trauma, shift perspectives in how best to support these dynamics, and identify ways to respond with compassion to students and/ or colleagues in crisis.
Speakers
avatar for Ariel Haubrich

Ariel Haubrich

Consultant/ Trainer/ Private Practitioner, Learning Network
Ariel Haubrich works in school & community mental health as a counsellor and program manager, and also as a consultant, presenter and private practitioner with government, businesses, teams and individuals working toward personal and organizational development. She is a Certified... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm MST
ECC - Salon 02 Edmonton Convention Centre
  Admin / Leadership, Guidance / Counselling
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Tables
  • Room Details ECC - Salon 02 (Edmonton Convention Centre, Tables Max capacity for 120 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

12:45pm MST

Code of Professional Conduct: Navigating the Alberta Teaching Profession’s Processes
Thursday February 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm MST
Westin - Saskatchewan Room
This session will outline the new discipline process in place relating to complaints of unprofessional conduct and incompetence. Teachers will learn about the stages of the new discipline process, new requirements in the Code of Professional Conduct and some strategies to avoid being the subject of a complaint.
Speakers
avatar for Tanya Thiessen

Tanya Thiessen

Executive Staff Officer, Alberta Teachers' Association
Tanya joined the Association’s executive staff in April 2021. She spent most of her 15-year career with Elk Island Catholic Schools as a high school teacher, school counsellor and administrator. Tanya was fortunate to be able to serve in many communities including Sherwood Park... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm MST
Westin - Saskatchewan Room Westin Hotel Edmonton
  ATA, ATA
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Lecture
  • Room Details Westin - Saskatchewan Room (Westin Hotel Edmonton, Lecture Max capacity for 250 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

12:45pm MST

Jessica Janzen - Keynote Session 2
Thursday February 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm MST
ECC - Salon 08
tbd
Speakers
avatar for Jessica Janzen
Chairperson
avatar for Cindy Christou

Cindy Christou

Program Chair, NCTCA
Thursday February 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm MST
ECC - Salon 08 Edmonton Convention Centre
  Feature / Conférencier, Feature / Conférencier
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Lecture
  • Room Details ECC - Salon 08 (Edmonton Convention Centre, Lecture Max capacity for 338 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

12:45pm MST

Leading from the Edge: Innovative Strategies for Thriving in Turbulent Times
Thursday February 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm MST
ECC - Hall D
We find ourselves in a unique era, tasked with leadership in an unprecedented world. The ever- evolving landscape of technology, work settings, and challenges renders even the most advanced leadership training quickly outdated. Even the most accomplished mentors are navigating uncharted waters. What skills should we cultivate to foster meaningful dialogues and leverage diverse perspectives? How can we prioritize the well-being of those under our guidance? In this keynote address, Dr. Lisa Bélanger delves into the art of learning and leading amidst the constant flux of technology and the rapid pace of change. She explores strategies not only for enhancing personal mental agility but also for nurturing the mental agility of our teams. Furthermore, Bélanger discusses how to mentally equip ourselves for the future of work, where disruption is the norm.
Speakers
avatar for Lisa Belanger

Lisa Belanger

Behavioural Change Expert | Researcher Mental well-being is our most valuable asset, both at home and work. An award-winning CEO, behavioural change expert, and high-performance specialist Dr. Lisa Bélanger shows leaders and their teams how to apply today’s leading-edge scientific... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm MST
ECC - Hall D Edmonton Convention Centre
  Feature / Conférencier, Feature / Conférencier
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Lecture
  • Room Details ECC - Hall D (Edmonton Convention Centre, Lecture Max capacity for 2000 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

12:45pm MST

Find Your Voice: Learn Public Speaking Skills for You and Your Students
Thursday February 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm MST
ECC - Salon 15/16
Public speaking doesn't have to be a top fear! Carmen Leibel, a former broadcast journalist, now helps people of all ages become confident public speakers. In this interactive session, you'll learn valuable tips and tricks for yourself and your students that you can implement starting next week. Concerned about the rise in online communication during the pandemic, Carmen launched "Project Five" in 2023 to teach public speaking skills. Using engaging activities and five simple steps, Project Five has empowered thousands of students, from elementary to post-secondary, to present confidently, share ideas, and excel in interviews. Join us to transform your and your students' public speaking abilities!
Speakers
avatar for Carmen Leibel

Carmen Leibel

Carmen Leibel spent more than 16 years in broadcast journalism as an anchor, producer, and reporter for CTV and is now the Founder and CEO of Project Five, Communicate with Confidence! During her time with CTV, Carmen spent many years as a health journalist and progressed to the position... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm MST
ECC - Salon 15/16 Edmonton Convention Centre
  General Interest / Intérêt Général, Language Arts / Arts Langagier
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Lecture
  • Room Details ECC - Salon 15/16 (Edmonton Convention Centre, Lecture Max capacity for 72 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

12:45pm MST

Flip the Script: Taming Student Storms
Thursday February 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm MST
ECC - Salon 01
Are you seeking effective strategies to manage heightened student behaviors? Join us for an engaging workshop designed for educators who want to enhance their de-escalation skills. In this interactive session, you'll learn practical tips based on Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) principles, central to the SILA Skills training mission. You'll gain tools to confidently navigate "flipped-lid" situations while building resilience and fostering meaningful connections in high-stress environments. Don't miss this chance to strengthen your classroom management skills!
Speakers
avatar for Kelly Maxwell

Kelly Maxwell

When you meet Kelly Maxwell, one of the first things you will hear her talk about is how skills have changed her life personally and as a teacher. Recently retired after 32 years as an elementary school teacher, Kelly is excited to share her story about how SILA Skills came to fruition... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm MST
ECC - Salon 01 Edmonton Convention Centre
  General Interest / Intérêt Général, Teacher Wellness / Bien-être
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Lecture
  • Room Details ECC - Salon 01 (Edmonton Convention Centre, Lecture Max capacity for 72 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

12:45pm MST

La motivation et l'engagement en salle de classe
Thursday February 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm MST
Westin - Leduc Room
Avez-vous remarqué que vos élèves ne sont pas motivés ou engagés en salle de classe? Venez à cette session pour apprendre plus à propos les études autour la motivation et l'engagmenet des élèves et comment utiliser cette information pour influencer l'apprentissage en salle de classe. Les sujets abordés inclueront de l'information à propos la recherche et la motivation, comment créer un environnement proprice à l'engagement et des stratégies pratiques pour encourager la motivation et l'engagement en salle de classe.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Megan Sénéchal

Dr. Megan Sénéchal

Program Coordinator, Edmonton Public Schools
Dr. Megan Sénéchal is the French Program Coordinator for the Edmonton School Division. She is passionate about removing barriers in education from both the teacher and the learners' perspectives through Universal Design for Learning. As a speaker, she emphasizes Monday-morning applicable... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm MST
Westin - Leduc Room Westin Hotel Edmonton
  General Interest / Intérêt Général, Francais
  • Language of Presentation French
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Tables
  • Room Details Westin - Leduc Room (Westin Hotel Edmonton, Tables Max capacity for 50 people)
  • Tags French, All Grades

12:45pm MST

Learning With Lego
Thursday February 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm MST
Westin - Consulate Room
ALL students, in all subjects, can benefit from using Lego to learn. Learn about some examples of how Lego is used for Math (elementary), Biology (Blood typing, photo synthesis, cellular respiration, sliding muscle filament theory, diffusion), social studies (historical re-enactments), English/social (mini-figure videos).
Speakers
avatar for Carter Cox

Carter Cox

Carter has worked as an educator with Alberta Parks and Parks Canada developing and delivering natural and cultural history programs as well as running science education at the Royal Ontario Museum. While running his own adventure learning company, as a trained Palaeontologist, the... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm MST
Westin - Consulate Room Westin Hotel Edmonton
  General Interest / Intérêt Général, General Interest / Intérêt Général
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Tables
  • Room Details Westin - Consulate Room (Westin Hotel Edmonton, Tables Max capacity for 50 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

12:45pm MST

Emotional Regulation and Art Therapy
Thursday February 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm MST
Art Gallery of Alberta - Studio 3
Join us for an enlightening and interactive one-hour session focused on the transformative role of art therapy in fostering emotional regulation among students and staff. This workshop is designed specifically for teachers and support staff across all educational levels who are keen to explore new creative, innovative and practical strategies for enhancing emotional well-being within the school environment.
Speakers
avatar for Jennifer Senuik

Jennifer Senuik

Art Therapist/ Owner, Belly Eye Art Therapy Inc.
Jennifer Seniuk is a registered Art Therapist in both the United States and Canada, and a dedicated counsellor who has committed her career to helping others through creative expression and therapeutic practices. Based in Alberta, she specializes in conducting workshops for school... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm MST
Art Gallery of Alberta - Studio 3 Art Gallery of Alberta
  Guidance / Counselling, Learning Resources

12:45pm MST

ASEBP Benefit Overview Presentation
Thursday February 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm MST
Westin - Manitoba Room
Whether you are a new covered member or not, this session can help you learn about the wide range of benefits, programs and services we offer. In this presentation you will discover how to get the most from your coverage, our different tools and platforms, the benefits of spending accounts and more!
Speakers
avatar for Megan Jones-Ponce

Megan Jones-Ponce

Benefit Specialist, ASEBP
The Alberta School Employee Benefit Plan (ASEBP) is more than health insurance—we’re health champions. We provide sustainable, holistic health benefits, programs and services and are there to support you and your employer throughout your personal and workplace wellness journeys... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm MST
Westin - Manitoba Room Westin Hotel Edmonton
  Health - CALM / Santé, Health - CALM / Santé
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Tables
  • Room Details Westin - Manitoba Room (Westin Hotel Edmonton, Tables Max capacity for 230 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

12:45pm MST

Building Resilience with Self-Compassion
Thursday February 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm MST
Westin - BC Room
Shifting focus from Self-esteem to Self-compassion can increase confidence & prevent 'bad' behaviour. Perceived ‘bad performance/behaviour’ can quickly take people down. Beating ourselves up won’t motivate us or make us more successful. In this session learn 5 ways you and your students can develop self-compassion to feel good about themselves; bounce back from difficult situations easily and quickly; value themselves. Be happier. Build resilience & increase success.
Speakers
avatar for Tina Thrussell

Tina Thrussell

Facilitator, Best U Can B Inc
Tina Thrussell has been facilitating impactful, interactive, personal expansion experiences for 20 years. Tina is well known for her light-hearted energy and contagious enthusiasm. By effectively combining powerful tools with her strong intuition, she has inspired thousands of people... Read More →
5 ways to Develop Self Compassion handout pdf
What self compassion is and isnt pdf
Thursday February 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm MST
Westin - BC Room Westin Hotel Edmonton
  Health - CALM / Santé, General Interest / Intérêt Général
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Lecture
  • Room Details Westin - BC Room (Westin Hotel Edmonton, Lecture Max capacity for 100 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

12:45pm MST

Understanding the ADHD Student - Part A (60 mins)
Thursday February 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm MST
ECC - Salon 03
Understanding the ADHD Student (Part A) Teachers and support staff are led through a discussion on how ADHD presents itself through the school years. Educators are shown what behaviors to look for in ADHD children and given strategies on how to manage their students ADHD symptoms. I will speak to topics like: Disorganization, Irrational Behavior, Poor Social Skills, Poor Problem Solving/Time Management, Homework Issues, Video Game use and how to talk to parents about medications.
Speakers
avatar for Les Redick

Les Redick

Teacher & Director of Student Services, North Point School
For over 35 years I have taught ADHD and LD students from grades 4 through 12. In addition to my professional experience, I have personal experience as my son, daughter and I have ADHD. This combination of professional and personal experience has given me an excellent perspective... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm MST
ECC - Salon 03 Edmonton Convention Centre
  Inclusive Education / Éducation Inclusive, Teaching Practices/ Pédagogie
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Lecture
  • Room Details ECC - Salon 03 (Edmonton Convention Centre, Lecture Max capacity for 180 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

12:45pm MST

Sacred Smudging: Healing and Connection
Thursday February 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm MST
Westin - Alberta Room
Discover the profound practice of smudging, a ritual that harmonizes mind, body, and spirit while forging a connection to the Creator. Learn how smudging circles serve as a gateway to communal sharing and dialogue, fostering an environment where stories and wisdom are respectfully exchanged. Join us as we honor ancient traditions and embrace the transformative power of smudging for holistic well-being and spiritual connection.
Speakers
avatar for Phillip Campiou

Phillip Campiou

Elder, Driftpile Cree Nation
Phillip Campiou, a member of the Traditional Woodland Cree from Driftpile Cree Nation, Alberta, has made his home in the Onoway area. Growing up, Phillip's father instilled in him the principles of self-sufficiency and profound respect for Mother Earth and spiritual teachings. As... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm MST
Westin - Alberta Room Westin Hotel Edmonton
  Indigenous Education, Health - CALM / Santé
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format U Shape with chairs around perimeter
  • Room Details Westin - Alberta Room (Westin Hotel Edmonton, U Shape with chairs around perimeter Max capacity for 40 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

12:45pm MST

Evidence Based Practices in Structured Literacy
Thursday February 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm MST
ECC - Salon 17/18
Join this engaging professional development session on evidence-based practices in structured literacy. Informed heavily by research, attendees will learn how to analyze standardized assessments in order to: 1) identify student needs in the classroom, and 2) effectively implement research-based practices through whole-class teaching, small group instruction, and structured literacy centres. Informed by the five pillars of reading, and evidence based practices in writing instruction, attendees will explore strategies and practical tips to empower students with tools they need to enhance their literacy skills.
Speakers
avatar for Andrea Van Hoof

Andrea Van Hoof

Andrea Van Hoof is a dedicated educator who has been nationally recognized for her commitment to evidence-based literacy instruction and inclusive education. She is a former Research Assistant at the University of Alberta's Reading Research Laboratory, where she contributed to the... Read More →
avatar for Brittney Thompson

Brittney Thompson

Brittney Thompson Brittney Thompson is a passionate leader about literacy. She currently serves the role of Literacy and English Language Consultant for Greater St. Albert Catholic School Division. As a division consultant, she plays a pivotal role in shaping the literacy programs... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm MST
ECC - Salon 17/18 Edmonton Convention Centre
  Language Arts / Arts Langagier, Teaching Practices/ Pédagogie
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Lecture
  • Room Details ECC - Salon 17/18 (Edmonton Convention Centre, Lecture Max capacity for 72 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

12:45pm MST

The Art of Writing: Exploring Word-and-Image Pairings in Contemporary Literature
Thursday February 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm MST
ECC - Salon 10
Is a picture truly worth a thousand words? What happens when imagery and text combine? In an age of visual communication, it is important to reflect on the dynamic relationship between words and images. Learn the ways writers might capitalize on visual material to strengthen their craft. We will explore the word-image relationships in children’s books, graphic novels, hybrid novels, photograph/art books, magazines, comics, literary journals, and advertisements. Learn strategies for pairing words and images, observe what works and what doesn’t, and be inspired to expand the scope of future writing projects.
Speakers
avatar for Alexis Marie Chute

Alexis Marie Chute

Creative Director, Alexis Marie Productions Inc.
Alexis Marie Chute is an award-winning artist, photographer, filmmaker, gallery curator, and bestselling author. Her books include The 8th Island Trilogy (Above the Star, Below the Moon, Inside the Sun) and memoir Expecting Sunshine: A Journey of Grief, Healing and Pregnancy After... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm MST
ECC - Salon 10 Edmonton Convention Centre
  Language Arts / Arts Langagier, Fine Arts
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Tables
  • Room Details ECC - Salon 10 (Edmonton Convention Centre, Tables Max capacity for 120 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

12:45pm MST

Big Games for Big Classes
Thursday February 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm MST
Saville - Gym 2
This session will give you quality PE activities you can bring into your class the next day. These activities can be used to give quality PE to large classes.
Speakers
avatar for Michael Hargas

Michael Hargas

Teacher, Grande Yellowhead Public School Division
Former Regional Rep with HPEC PE Teacher at Grand Trunk for 12 years.
Thursday February 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm MST
Saville - Gym 2 Saville Community Sports Centre
  Physical Education / Éducation Physique, Health - CALM / Santé

12:45pm MST

Hitting a High- setting goals through vision boards
Thursday February 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm MST
Art Gallery of Alberta - Studio 2
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Price: $7.00
Capacity: 25
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“Without goals, and plans to reach them, you are like a ship that has set sail with no destination.”—Fitzhugh Dodson Goal setting, dreaming, and planning for the future are key necessities for wellness. I have always felt the most joy and true happiness when I’ve set my sights on a goal and made a plan on how to get there. Just after COVID knocked us all on our butts, I decided to create a Vision Board. I needed something to kick start my joy again after that helpless and hopeless season started to pass. I cannot stress how uplifting this practice became! Suddenly a imperceptible weight lifted from my shoulders and I felt my old self begin to reappear! In this session, we will briefly look at the different types of Vision Boards and spend some quality time creating our own with provided supplies.
Speakers
avatar for Jennifer Landers

Jennifer Landers

Wild Rose Schools, Wild Rose Schools
The 25 year milestone crept up on Jennifer last year, and she still loves the classroom! She attributes this fresh joy of teaching to staying open to varied grades, schools, and even countries! Currently, Jennifer shares her talents as a Drayton Valley kindergarten teacher and student... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm MST
Art Gallery of Alberta - Studio 2 Art Gallery of Alberta
  Pre-registered (Requires Eventbrite Ticket), Teacher Wellness / Bien-être
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format csv
  • Room Details Art Gallery of Alberta - Studio 2 (Art Gallery of Alberta, Max capacity for people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

12:45pm MST

Pickleball for Beginners ALMOST SOLD OUT!
Thursday February 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm MST
Saville - Gym 1
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Purchase your Eventbrite ticket here!
Price: $5.00
Capacity: 30
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Are you new to the sport of pickleball or maybe have never played? This 1 hour session will introduce you to the basics and get you started. By the end you'll be able to lead a class of students, enjoy the game yourself, and be set for retirement plans!
Speakers
DO

Dave Oldham

Dave has been an active participant in the pickleball community since 2017. He has taught it to phys.ed classes, led groups, and played at both the Provincial and National Championships.
Thursday February 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm MST
Saville - Gym 1 Saville Community Sports Centre
  Pre-registered (Requires Eventbrite Ticket), Teacher Wellness / Bien-être
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format csv
  • Room Details Saville - Gym 1 (Saville Community Sports Centre, Max capacity for people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

1:00pm MST

RAM: Hands-On Language Learning: Exploring Object-Based Learning (Classroom) EVENTBRITE TICKET!!
Thursday February 6, 2025 1:00pm - 2:30pm MST
Royal Alberta Museum - Classroom Session
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Purchase your Eventbrite ticket here!
Price: $39.00
Capacity:20
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Join us at the Royal Alberta Museum for this interactive session to discover how Object-Based Learning can support language learning in your classroom! Through hands-on activities, you’ll explore how objects can spark creativity, engage the senses, and enhance language acquisition. Walk away with fresh ideas to make language learning tactile, dynamic, and memorable. The ideas from this workshop can be adapted to different grades or language proficiency levels.
Speakers
avatar for Monica Roberts

Monica Roberts

Head of Learning, Royal Alberta Museum
The Royal Alberta Museum is Alberta’s provincial museum. We sustain the Province’s collecting, research, and conservation activities and showcase and share a long and storied history of this land and the peoples who have made it their home. Our work is to collect, conserve, research... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 1:00pm - 2:30pm MST
Royal Alberta Museum - Classroom Session Royal Alberta Museum
  Pre-registered (Requires Eventbrite Ticket), Language Arts / Arts Langagier
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Classroom
  • Room Details Royal Alberta Museum - Classroom Session (Royal Alberta Museum, Classroom Max capacity for 20 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

2:00pm MST

ALIC: Connecting and supporting language teachers in Alberta EVENTBRITE TICKET!!
Thursday February 6, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MST
Westin - Leduc Room
Are you an additional language teacher in Alberta? Come to this session to learn about the Additional Languages and Intercultural Council (ALIC) of the ATA. Topics will include current ALIC initiatives that support access to professional development, recently developed resources to support language teaching and learning, and information about how to connect with other language teachers in Alberta.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Megan Sénéchal

Dr. Megan Sénéchal

Program Coordinator, Edmonton Public Schools
Dr. Megan Sénéchal is the French Program Coordinator for the Edmonton School Division. She is passionate about removing barriers in education from both the teacher and the learners' perspectives through Universal Design for Learning. As a speaker, she emphasizes Monday-morning applicable... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MST
Westin - Leduc Room Westin Hotel Edmonton
  ATA, Second Languages / Langues Secondes
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Tables
  • Room Details Westin - Leduc Room (Westin Hotel Edmonton, Tables Max capacity for 50 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

2:00pm MST

President Schilling: Unplugged (Session 2)
Thursday February 6, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MST
Westin - Saskatchewan Room
This session will offer the opportunity to meet with President Schilling in a group setting to discuss matters and issues that are of importance to you and your colleagues. The session will open with a few focus questions from President Schilling followed by an opportunity to have open dialogue on topics generated by the discussion.
Speakers
avatar for Jason Schilling

Jason Schilling

President, ATA
Thursday February 6, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MST
Westin - Saskatchewan Room Westin Hotel Edmonton
  ATA, ATA
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Lecture
  • Room Details Westin - Saskatchewan Room (Westin Hotel Edmonton, Lecture Max capacity for 250 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

2:00pm MST

5th Annual NCTCA Teacher GSA
Thursday February 6, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MST
ECC - Room D2
A GSA (Gay-Straight Alliance) is an 2SLGBTQIA+ positive space for community members and their allies to gather and share fellowship. A place to share triumphs, and a place to find support to help and overcome hardships. Just like the GSA at your school, but this one's for the grown-ups! The Guidelines: Everyone who is supportive of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community is welcome. No attendance will be taken. No one will ask why you've come. This will be a Safe Space; Take the learning with you, leave the names behind. ****Please be advised this session WILL NOT be recorded**
Speakers
avatar for Renée LeClerc

Renée LeClerc

Renée (she/her) has been the lead teacher for the GSA at Paul Kane High School in St. Albert since 2013. Renée is one of the co-chairs for the St. Albert Local No. 73 Rainbow Network Educators’ GSA and a founding member of the new Alberta Teachers’ Association Gender and Sexuality... Read More →
avatar for Nic Richard

Nic Richard

Teacher
Nic Richard (she/they) is currently a SOGI lead at Lakeland Ridge, and has been running student GSAs for eight years. They are a founding member of the Alberta Teachers’ Association Gender and Sexuality Alliance (ATAGSA), a grade 6 teacher, and a research assistant at the University... Read More →
AW

Andrew Wiens

Andrew (he/him) is currently the lead teacher for the GSA at W. D. Cuts Jr. High in St. Albert, a member of the SOGI group for St. Albert Public Schools, and has been running GSA's in one form or another since 2009. Andrew is one of the co-chairs for the St. Albert Local No. 73 Rainbow... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MST
ECC - Room D2 Edmonton Convention Centre
  DEHR, Teacher Wellness / Bien-être
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Lecture
  • Room Details ECC - Room D2 (Edmonton Convention Centre, Lecture Max capacity for 60 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

2:00pm MST

Freedom to Fail: Redefining Success in ALL Classrooms!
Thursday February 6, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MST
ECC - Salon 08
Let’s get real—fear of failure is one of the biggest reasons students don’t engage in the classroom. But here’s the truth: Lizzo, Taylor Swift, and Albert Einstein all faced failure before hitting it big, and real-world mathematicians and scientists get paid to fail every day! In this session, we’re flipping the script on success. I’m going to show you how to help your students embrace failure, redefine what success REALLY means, and use every stumble as a stepping stone to finding meaning and purpose in all classrooms. You'll leave with impactful, actionable strategies you can use right away to turn setbacks into comebacks and make failure your classroom’s secret weapon for growth!
Speakers
avatar for Vanessa Vakharia

Vanessa Vakharia

Known as the Lady Gaga of math education, Vanessa is the founder and director of The Math Guru, a super cool boutique math & science tutoring studio in Toronto that's changing stereotypes about what math education looks like. She is also the host of the Math Therapy podcast, author... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MST
ECC - Salon 08 Edmonton Convention Centre
  Feature / Conférencier, Math
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Lecture
  • Room Details ECC - Salon 08 (Edmonton Convention Centre, Lecture Max capacity for 338 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

2:00pm MST

Connection vs Correction; How Do you Balance Both?
Thursday February 6, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MST
ECC - Salon 01
Classroom behaviors are on the rise, and we know this is a challenge at every grade level. As educators, it’s crucial for us to make meaningful connections and practice empathy, but how can we achieve both? In this session, You will be introduced to DBT-informed skills that focus on the balance between acceptance and change—two forces that can complement each other when applied thoughtfully. You’ll leave with practical strategies to help you navigate these challenges and foster stronger connections in your classroom. Let’s work together to create a more supportive learning environment!
Speakers
avatar for Kelly Maxwell

Kelly Maxwell

When you meet Kelly Maxwell, one of the first things you will hear her talk about is how skills have changed her life personally and as a teacher. Recently retired after 32 years as an elementary school teacher, Kelly is excited to share her story about how SILA Skills came to fruition... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MST
ECC - Salon 01 Edmonton Convention Centre
  General Interest / Intérêt Général, Teacher Wellness / Bien-être
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Lecture
  • Room Details ECC - Salon 01 (Edmonton Convention Centre, Lecture Max capacity for 72 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

2:00pm MST

ASEBP MyRetiree Plan Presentation
Thursday February 6, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MST
Westin - Manitoba Room
Retirement can no doubt be both exciting and daunting. Between all the paperwork and planning, let us make one of the items on your checklist a little easier! During this presentation, you will learn the ins and outs of your health benefits during retirement. From eligibility requirements to different types of coverage, ASEBP has got you covered—literally.
Speakers
avatar for Megan Jones-Ponce

Megan Jones-Ponce

Benefit Specialist, ASEBP
The Alberta School Employee Benefit Plan (ASEBP) is more than health insurance—we’re health champions. We provide sustainable, holistic health benefits, programs and services and are there to support you and your employer throughout your personal and workplace wellness journeys... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MST
Westin - Manitoba Room Westin Hotel Edmonton
  Health - CALM / Santé, Health - CALM / Santé
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Tables
  • Room Details Westin - Manitoba Room (Westin Hotel Edmonton, Tables Max capacity for 230 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

2:00pm MST

Emergent Literacy .. Making It Meaningful!
Thursday February 6, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MST
Westin - Centennial Room
This session will cover 6 programming areas of Emergent Literacy. These 6 areas work together to build a strong literacy program for complex needs students. Presenters will outline which students would benefit from an Emergent Literacy program, model strategies and approaches, as well as share videos and resources.
Speakers
LR

Lesley Rempel

Lesley Rempel is a registered Speech Language Pathologist practicing in Alberta for 25 years. She has worked in the health, private and education sectors. Currently, Lesley is employed with Black Gold School Division where she supports students with complex needs in grades 3-12. Lesley... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MST
Westin - Centennial Room Westin Hotel Edmonton
  Inclusive Education / Éducation Inclusive, Beginning Teachers
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Tables
  • Room Details Westin - Centennial Room (Westin Hotel Edmonton, Tables Max capacity for 160 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

2:00pm MST

Supporting Executive Functions Deficits (ADHD) in the Classroom. Part B
Thursday February 6, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MST
ECC - Salon 03
Supporting Executive Functions Deficits (ADHD) in the Classroom (60 mins) (Part B) This presentation looks at how the 6 most common executive functions (activation, focus, effort, emotion memory and action) Brown (2012), are programed for in the classroom. The presentation will offer strategies on how to mange executive function deficits in the classroom and how to incorporate these strategies into your lessons.
Speakers
avatar for Les Redick

Les Redick

Teacher & Director of Student Services, North Point School
For over 35 years I have taught ADHD and LD students from grades 4 through 12. In addition to my professional experience, I have personal experience as my son, daughter and I have ADHD. This combination of professional and personal experience has given me an excellent perspective... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MST
ECC - Salon 03 Edmonton Convention Centre
  Inclusive Education / Éducation Inclusive, Teaching Practices/ Pédagogie
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Lecture
  • Room Details ECC - Salon 03 (Edmonton Convention Centre, Lecture Max capacity for 180 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

2:00pm MST

La langue du Michif
Thursday February 6, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MST
ECC - Salon 13/14
Michif is a mixed language, derived mainly from Cree and French. This workshop is an educational approach that allows teachers to integrate Métis languages, knowledge and perspectives into their teaching. This workshop is intended for teachers who wish to develop and apply basic knowledge about First Peoples for the benefit of all students (EQS 5), but who have difficulty navigating the range of resources available. By exploring the web resources of the Michif Awakening Kit, participants will discover the mechanisms of this language, but above all they will see how the use of Michif educational resources can make it possible to achieve a multitude of learning outcomes in the program (in French, arts, social studies, science, well-being), while working towards reconciliation. Specifically, teachers will explore the various resources available on the website. On the practical side, participants will work to adapt the available resources to their needs, in line with recommended good practices for making authentic and respectful use of the knowledge shared by Elders. Participants will leave the workshop with access to multiple lesson plans and corresponding resources.
Speakers
avatar for Rania Eshak

Rania Eshak

Rania is an award winning High School Teacher, she received the excellence in teaching award 2016. Rania is a passionate educator who taught for over 15 years with ECSD. She has a bachelor of Secondary Education, and a master's degree both from University of Alberta.
Thursday February 6, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MST
ECC - Salon 13/14 Edmonton Convention Centre
  Indigenous Education, Inclusive Education / Éducation Inclusive
  • Language of Presentation French
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Tables
  • Room Details ECC - Salon 13/14 (Edmonton Convention Centre, Tables Max capacity for 60 people)
  • Tags French, All Grades

2:00pm MST

Snowflakes and Stories: Embracing Winter's Narrative Tradition
Thursday February 6, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MST
Westin - Alberta Room
Enter a realm where winter's embrace invites storytelling to flourish. Join us in exploring the profound significance of storytelling during the snowy season. Why do stories resonate when snow blankets the earth? Delve into the diverse forms of storytelling, discovering how each holds the power to captivate and educate.
Speakers
avatar for Phillip Campiou

Phillip Campiou

Elder, Driftpile Cree Nation
Phillip Campiou, a member of the Traditional Woodland Cree from Driftpile Cree Nation, Alberta, has made his home in the Onoway area. Growing up, Phillip's father instilled in him the principles of self-sufficiency and profound respect for Mother Earth and spiritual teachings. As... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MST
Westin - Alberta Room Westin Hotel Edmonton
  Indigenous Education, Language Arts / Arts Langagier
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format U Shape with chairs around perimeter
  • Room Details Westin - Alberta Room (Westin Hotel Edmonton, U Shape with chairs around perimeter Max capacity for 40 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

2:00pm MST

What Could Go Wrong? The Simple Question Your Students Can Build a Story Around
Thursday February 6, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MST
Westin - BC Room
“I don’t know what to write.” Has that sentence ever been uttered in your classroom? When it comes to story writing, so many students get stuck right at the beginning. This session will show you how to walk your students through a process that will take them from stuck to story. Not only will it get your writers unstuck, but it will teach them plot structure and character development at the same time. You’ll go through the process yourself, and leave with a complete teaching unit that you can begin in your classroom on Monday. (Or Tuesday, if you prefer.)
Speakers
avatar for Robin Pawlak

Robin Pawlak

Children's Author
A language arts teacher for 31 years in Red Deer, Robin retired in 2016. He immediately set to work in pursuit of a lifelong dream, realized in 2018 with the publication of the first of two children’s novels. While he loves writing, he just couldn’t leave the world of education... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MST
Westin - BC Room Westin Hotel Edmonton
  Language Arts / Arts Langagier, Teaching Practices/ Pédagogie
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Lecture
  • Room Details Westin - BC Room (Westin Hotel Edmonton, Lecture Max capacity for 100 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

2:00pm MST

Building Relationships with Athletes (and other students!)
Thursday February 6, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MST
ECC - Salon 17/18
The value of relationship building in all that we do as teachers and coaches is massive. Come to this session to do a deeper evaluation of your relationship building skills as a coach or even as a teacher. While this presentation will look at a sport model, the relationship building breakdown and evaluation is easily transferable to the classroom in order to evaluate and plan for relationships with students. We will look at different ways to evaluate the relationships you build with your students but also building a plan to move forward and be more intentional with our focus on improving our relationships with our kiddos. This is a CIAAA presentation.
Speakers
HB

Heather Bartling

Drayton Valley Community Outreach School/Canadian Interscholastic Athletic Administrator's Association
Heather is in her second year as the Principal of Drayton Valley Community Outreach School. Prior to moving to DVCOS, she was the Vice Principal at Frank Maddock High School and has been an Athletic Director for over 15 years. As an Athletic Director, Coach, and School Leader, Heather... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MST
ECC - Salon 17/18 Edmonton Convention Centre
  Physical Education / Éducation Physique, General Interest / Intérêt Général
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Lecture
  • Room Details ECC - Salon 17/18 (Edmonton Convention Centre, Lecture Max capacity for 72 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

2:00pm MST

Advanced Pickleball
Thursday February 6, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MST
Saville - Gym 1
YOU NEED TO PURCHASE AN EVENTBRITE TICKET TO ATTEND THIS SESSION.
Purchase your Eventbrite ticket here!
Price: $5.00
Capacity: 30
***Please be aware: anyone who has marked this session on their schedule without purchasing an Eventbrite ticket will be removed.***

This session will be focused on teaching and learning more advanced skills in the sport of pickleball. Higher level strategy for doubles will be the primary goal.
Speakers
DO

Dave Oldham

Dave has been an active participant in the pickleball community since 2017. He has taught it to phys.ed classes, led groups, and played at both the Provincial and National Championships.
Thursday February 6, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MST
Saville - Gym 1 Saville Community Sports Centre
  Pre-registered (Requires Eventbrite Ticket), Physical Education / Éducation Physique
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format csv
  • Room Details Saville - Gym 1 (Saville Community Sports Centre, Max capacity for people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

2:00pm MST

Effective & Inspiring Experiential Learning Activities in the Canadian Military History Classroom EVENTBRITE TICKET!!
Thursday February 6, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MST
ECC - Salon 15/16
War is a complex and emotionally difficult subject to cover deeply and effectively in class, but it can be done in a caring, engaging, and inspiring manner that promotes enduring lessons learned. During this Canadian military history education session hosted by Valour Canada, attendees will observe different strategies and tactics teachers can employ in their classroom to increase student buy-in and more effectively educate about Canada's military history. Pedagogically speaking, the audience will see how hands-on, experiential learning (using scenarios presented to the students) can be used to elicit deeper critical thought from participating students. Methods for integrating discussion about positive citizenship will also be explored during this session. At least two of the following activities will be demonstrated for the audience: The Sinking of Llandovery Castle (WW1; Gr. 4 and up), The Battle of Vimy Ridge (WW1; Gr. 4 and up), and D-Day: Operation Neptune (WW2; Gr. 8 and up). All resources referenced during this presentation are freely available online.
Speakers
avatar for Aaron Curtis

Aaron Curtis

Teacher, Valour Canada
Aaron Curtis spent his childhood in the Rideau Lakes area of Eastern Ontario, primarily in Lanark, and Leeds & Grenville counties. During the mid-2000s, Aaron attended the University of Calgary where he earned a degree in Archaeology (B.Sc.) and a minor in Earth Sciences. Upon graduation... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MST
ECC - Salon 15/16 Edmonton Convention Centre
  Social Studies / Études sociales, Teaching Practices/ Pédagogie
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Lecture
  • Room Details ECC - Salon 15/16 (Edmonton Convention Centre, Lecture Max capacity for 72 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades

2:15pm MST

Tyler Smith - Keynote Session
Thursday February 6, 2025 2:15pm - 3:15pm MST
ECC - Hall D
Join us to hear Tyler Smith share about his experiences navigating mental health and grief in the face of tragedy. He’ll share details about his life over the last six years, the experiences he’s gone through, and the lessons he’s learned along the way. From compassion, empathy, perspective and many topics in between, Tyler aims to create a space where individuals feel welcomed and appreciated through his storytelling. Public speaking has become one of Tyler’s greatest passions and he hopes that attendees will leave the session feeling hopeful and inspired. Tyler has founded his mental health awareness clothing line called ‘Not Alone Co.’ Not Alone is all about helping facilitate meaningful conversations around mental health with the messaging that is presented on Not Alone’s variety of apparel. Not Alone donates portions of the proceeds to different charities and foundations across Canada including Jack.org. Tyler hopes to build a lasting community with Not Alone that focuses on vulnerability and conversation.
Speakers
avatar for Tyler Smith

Tyler Smith

Tyler Smith has no memory of the worst day of his life, something the 26-year-old considers “a blessing in disguise.” On April 6, 2018, Tyler and his junior hockey team, the Humboldt Broncos, were on their way to a play-off game when a semi-truck struck their bus. He lost 16 of... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 2:15pm - 3:15pm MST
ECC - Hall D Edmonton Convention Centre
  Feature / Conférencier, Feature / Conférencier
  • Language of Presentation English
  • Grade Focus All Grades
  • format Lecture
  • Room Details ECC - Hall D (Edmonton Convention Centre, Lecture Max capacity for 2000 people)
  • Tags English, All Grades
 
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