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Morning Selections 7:30 - 11:00 (Hall B) : Slice of Banana or Zucchini bread (vegetarian) $3.25, Fruit to go cups (vegan/gluten free) $3.25 Yogurt Parfait Cup (vegetarian) $ 3.25
Concession/Collaboration Lounge - Lunch Specials 11:00 - 15:00 (Hall B) : Old Fashioned Ham, tuna & egg Salad sandwich $5.00 Bistro Sandwich $7.50 Crudites in a Cup (vegan/gluten free) $3.75 Whole Fruit - $2.25 Gluten Free Granola Gar (gluten free/vegetarian) $4.75 Assorted Cookies (vegetarian) $2.50
Hot Specials Lunch - Daily - Chefs Choice Daily Soup with brioche bread $5.00 Pizza (Hawaiian, pepperoni & Cheese $5.00 Thursday - Ukrainian Box with Perogies, kielbasa and lazy cabbage rolls $12.00 Friday - Teriyaki Chicken $12.00
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You must purchase a ticket for this session - Tickets will be available January 20th - Cost is $10.00. No transportation will be provided.
John Janzen Nature Centre Humans depend on the environment to live, just like every other species on Earth. This program explores the ecosystems of Edmonton’s river valley and how we use the environment for our needs, such as food, water, and much more. Join us to find out what makes the river valley a special place in the city!
Friday February 14, 2025 9:30am - 11:30am MST
Off site
John Janzen Nature Centre Investigate habitats around the Nature Centre for tracks and traces that animals leave behind. Practice identifying tracks with our animal track replicas, hone your hiding skills and practice stalking prey with a game! We'll find who's been wandering through the woods for sure!
Friday February 14, 2025 9:30am - 11:30am MST
Off site
You must purchase a ticket for this session - Tickets will be available January 20th - Cost is $10.00. No transportation will be provided.
Have you ever wondered what a newsroom looks like? Ever been curious to step on to a TV news set? Sign up for a behind-the-scenes tour of CBC Edmonton. We'll show you where all the radio, TV and news magic happens. The CBC Edmonton newsroom is located in Edmonton City Centre mall. Our address is: 10062 102 Avenue NW, Edmonton City Centre East. You can find us right beside the entrance that is across the street from Churchill Square and the Stanley A. Milner Library. CBC is located inside the mall; first door on the right.
Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am MST
Off site
Facilitate STEM learning in an engaging way with ExploreLearning Gizmos, the 2024 CODiE Award Winner for Best STEM Instructional Solution for Grades K-12! STEM Cases place students in the role of a professional to solve a real-world problem using critical thinking skills. Explore a STEM Case and reflect upon the role of the teacher during the experience. Learn how to monitor student progress and results to facilitate learning throughout the process. Access to Gizmos for K-6 teachers has been provided by Alberta Education. Please bring an electronic device to get the most out of this session.
Karen Blumhagen is an Implementation Coordinator with ExploreLearning. She has over thirty years of experience in education as a classroom teacher, learning facilitator, and administrator. Karen has observed firsthand the positive impacts of online simulations on student understanding... Read More →
Friday February 14, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am MST
Salon 03
Michael Ng shares several short activities that can provide students with a mental reset while incorporating fun and interactive learning. Emphasis will look at the pedagogical research studies behind Brain Break activities and how it can be a valuable tool for high school chemistry educators to help enhance focus; encourage engagement; improve retention; promote community building; and reduce stress. TQS #1-4 AND LQS #1-6.
Michael Ng, M.Ed. who teaches Chemistry 20/30 and AP Chemistry. Accomplished concert pianist and artist since age 5. The world of science can be an enjoyable part of daily life. Dedicated and innovative in making "Science fun". A fan of transformative leadership, culturally responsive... Read More →
Friday February 14, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am MST
Salon 12
Alberta Education has indicated that the Vretta online assessment platform will fundamentally change how selected response questions are structured for students in the near future. In the context of Social Studies, multiple choice has been the sole method that selected response questions have been formatted for decades.
This presentation seeks to introduce Numerical Response style questions into the Humanities with an emphasis on Social Studies 30-1. A wide variety of questions will be provided to participants to help conceptualize the various formatting structures that Alberta Education might pursue as it rolls out its new assessment platform.
Vretta's new selected response question format strongly correlates to older Numerical Response formats, as seen in the Science PATs and DIPs. As such, our question formats will be strongly influenced by the formatting structure used in the Sciences.
This will be a workshop-style presentation in which participants will be given an extensive sampling of questions to engage in discussion with each other and the presenters.
Come explore Ever Active Schools NEW suite of digital resources, now available for free through new.LearnAlberta.ca. These Physical Education and Wellness resources are locally developed for K-6 Learners in both English and French and aligned to the new K-6 Physical Education and Wellness Programs of Study. Participants will preview the suite of resources, sample activities and have the opportunity to give feedback.
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 →
Friday February 14, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am MST
Salon 05
With the increasing demand for personalized learning experiences and the need to align assessments with curriculum objectives, AI presents a powerful solution. This session offers valuable insights and practical strategies to incorporate AI into your educational toolkit. Join us as we explore the frontier of assessment innovation and discover how AI can help you create effective and fair student assessments.
Field Service Facilitator, Alberta Assessment Consortium
Alberta Assessment Consortium (AAC) is a not-for-profit registered society funded by membership. We are a recognized education partner in the province of Alberta and an independent voice able to provide an informed response to questions/issues that impact student learning. We provide... Read More →
Friday February 14, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am MST
Salon 13/14
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.
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. We... Read More →
Friday February 14, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am MST
Salon 06
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.
This session explores the vital role of humane education in fostering empathy, respect, and understanding among students. We’ll delve into practical strategies that educators can implement to create a supportive learning environment where every student feels valued and heard.
Discover how humane education not only enhances classroom dynamics but also promotes essential life skills such as critical thinking and emotional intelligence. We’ll highlight successful programs and initiatives that integrate humane practices, showcasing how they can transform the educational experience for both students and teachers.
Whether you’re a seasoned educator or new to the field, this presentation will equip you with the tools to become a champion of humane treatment in your classroom, inspiring the next generation of compassionate leaders. Together, let’s cultivate a culture of kindness that extends beyond the classroom and into the community!
I am the Humane Educator at the Edmonton Humane Society. I have always had a passion for animals and for children. As a future educator and a present one, I am so grateful for the opportunity to inspire the youth in being caring companions of society!
Friday February 14, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am MST
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!
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 →
Friday February 14, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am MST
Salon 19/20
Mercedes and Anastasia Korngut are two Albertan teen sisters who started their company, Small Bits of Happiness, three years ago. Their mission is to help individuals of all ages find more happiness in daily life. As two teens, they understand firsthand the difficulties of teenage-hood, including not only the hormonal changes that teens undergo, but the added stressors of war, post-pandemic life, and beyond. Through their podcast, Hack Your Happiness, the two sisters have spoken to countless Olympic Athletes, entrepreneurs, Oscar-winners, Grammy-winning composers, New York Times Bestselling Authors, marine biologists, NASA scientists, NASCAR drivers, CEOs, and beyond. Through their conversations Mercedes and Anastasia have learned critical advice from these iconic individuals, specifically on the topic of happiness and advice to teens and pre-teens. As many pre-teens and teens struggle to take advice from parents and teachers, in this session, Mercedes and Anastasia share top happiness advice from top iconic individuals, as well as their perspective on finding happiness as two teens. Mercedes and Anastasia share how teachers and educators can guide students to building happy habits, and practicing wellness - all from the perspective of a teen, and iconic interviews.
- Digital learning platform for building happiness habits- Happiness-wellness products designed by teens for students. Including an activity box featuring 100 unique, simple, and fun things to do to feel happier daily, learn what brings students happiness, and connect a classroom... Read More →
Friday February 14, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am MST
Salon 02
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.
Join Alberta Native Friendship Centres to explore how community-based non-profits can support Indigenous students in their educational journey by addressing barriers and promoting cultural connection. Discover how programs like Weaving Wicihitowin For Learning support authentic relationships between schools and organizations, like Alberta Friendship Centres to advance overall student outcomes across the four quadrants of the Medicine Wheel: mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual.
As the Provincial Education Coordinator at ANFCA, Madison Properzi has supported initiatives focused on urban Indigenous education, leading the Weaving Wicihitowin For Learning program. Madison has supported initiatives for youth-centred prevention of human trafficking and sexual... Read More →
Friday February 14, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am MST
Salon 08
Please bring your own device in order to participate fully; this is a very hands on session! With the advent of a new science curriculum, there is a new organization and format to the science curriculum. One of the new Organizing Ideas is the Scientific Method. I will show you how to offer an engaging 2 week unit. Can you let go of sage on the stage and help guide your students through an investigation? Let me show you how with this highly engaging investigation. We will then explore ways that scientific inquiry can be incorporated into other organizing ideas for various grade levels.
Secretary (6-9 science teacher), ATA Science Council
Michelle Savoie is a passionate science teacher of grade 6-9 students at Eleanor Hall School in Clyde for the last 17 years. She lives in Edmonton with her husband and son. When not spending time with her family, she enjoys advocating for our colleagues as the local president for... Read More →
Friday February 14, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am MST
Salon 09
Participants will learn how to use creative writing in two important ways. First, as an introspective, self-care tool to mend, strengthen and restore joy to the writer’s heart. See how words can foster a renewed sense of peace, passion, and purpose. Secondly, how to craft stronger writing, tell captivating stories, and communicate powerfully to move the hearts of readers. Writing styles of focus include: free writing, memoir, poetry, and fiction.
Learning Objectives: Literacy Health and wellness Cross curricular learning
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 →
Friday February 14, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am MST
Salon 10
Explore how to harness AI platforms like ChatGPT, Magicschool.AI, and more to streamline your workflow and save time! This interactive, beginner-friendly session will guide you through real-world examples from the audience, demonstrating how AI can assist with tasks such as rubric building, writing emails, providing feedback, creating monthly plans, and more. This session is designed as a collaborative Q&A, allowing participants to learn through practical applications while discussing the broader impact of AI on education. What to Bring: A device with access to any AI platform to ensure hands-on participation. Let’s get started on saving you time and making your tasks more efficient!
Eziah Pahl is an enthusiastic educator in his 8th year of teaching at Edwin Parr Composite in Athabasca—the same school where he walked across the stage as a graduate. Now, he’s back, inspiring the next generation through high school Communication Technology classes. A journeyman... Read More →
Friday February 14, 2025 11:45am - 12:45pm MST
Salon 02
Michael Ng reflects on the wonderful resources provided from Chem13 News of how to incorporate Indigenous knowledge about the Northern lands, peoples and ways of life through the scientific lens of the Inuit. By connecting it back to TQS #4 & 5 and LQS #5, a collective study will explore the Three Sisters Garden of the Iroquois; soy sauce; PFOs; chert and the Ulu; Inuit medicinal remedies; the Northern Lights; acid-base plant chemistry; and elements of the Periodic Table. Reflections will look at where it can be incorporated into the Alberta curriculum for Science 10 and Chemistry 20 / 30.
Michael Ng, M.Ed. who teaches Chemistry 20/30 and AP Chemistry. Accomplished concert pianist and artist since age 5. The world of science can be an enjoyable part of daily life. Dedicated and innovative in making "Science fun". A fan of transformative leadership, culturally responsive... Read More →
Friday February 14, 2025 11:45am - 12:45pm MST
Salon 12
How do we engage students in learning all the new concepts in their science curriculum? Learning e terms and their definitions is always a starting point but it's just surface level learning. This session will look at ways that we can ask our students to become independent thinkers and start to draw connections between what they know and where we need them to go. Participants will take part in several interactive activities that they can adapt to their own student levels and use within the classroom. Yup, another roll up your sleeve event!
Instructional strategies are always areas that we as teachers continue to grow in. As we are challenging our students to learn content knowledge, we also want them to become independent thinkers and make connections between the concepts they have learned. providing different learning activities that allow students to practice these skills is the goal of this session!
Chris is an Educational Consultant supporting Alberta teachers as a Designer of Professional Learning with the Central Alberta Regional Learning Consortium. She has served as a Teacher, Administrator, Curriculum Director of Curriculum, Examiner with Alberta Education, and Author... Read More →
Friday February 14, 2025 11:45am - 12:45pm MST
Salon 04
In the midst of numerous demands on educators' time, adapting teaching practices can be a daunting task. However, we invite educators to embark on a journey toward grading reform success, emphasizing incremental changes and practical strategies. Recognizing the pivotal role grading practices play in shaping student learning experiences, this session is crafted to equip educators with the necessary tools and insights for implementing impactful reforms in their classrooms. Join us as we empower educators to navigate the path toward effective grading practices and enhance student learning outcomes.
Field Service Facilitator, Alberta Assessment Consortium
Alberta Assessment Consortium (AAC) is a not-for-profit registered society funded by membership. We are a recognized education partner in the province of Alberta and an independent voice able to provide an informed response to questions/issues that impact student learning. We provide... Read More →
Friday February 14, 2025 11:45am - 12:45pm MST
Salon 13/14
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.
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.
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 →
Friday February 14, 2025 11:45am - 12:45pm MST
Salon 05
Does stress influence food choices or do food choices influence stress? Both! Join an AHS Registered Dietitian to learn about the connection between your food, brain, and body. This 1-hour workshop will translate the latest science in nutrition and mental wellbeing into practical nutrition strategies tailored for busy teachers. Participants will leave equipped with tangible steps to support their own wellbeing through food, and in turn, the wellbeing of their students.
Jessica Dugan is a Public Health Dietitian in Central Zone. In this role she engages with local, regional, and provincial partners to improve nutrition through consultation, education, evaluation, and collaboration.
Friday February 14, 2025 11:45am - 12:45pm MST
Salon 01
We are habitually distracted people. A recent study concluded that college students switch tasks every 65 seconds, focusing on a single topic for no more than 19 seconds at a time. If we as working adults think that we are doing signifcantly better than Gen Z, the average working adult focuses on a single task for an average of about 3 minutes. We are often quick to blame social media and devices, and these things certainly play a significant factor in our ability to stay focused. The amount of information that we take in every day is absolutely astonishing. Research done at the University of Catalonia in 2007 concluded that if you added up all the information humans take in every day, which includes television, podcasts, books, or any other media, it would add up to 174, 85 page newspapers per day. Add 15 years to that study, and think of the astounding amounts of information our brains are processing today. Our brains are constantly being barraged with an amount of information that is impossible for us to effectively process. This creates a myriad of problems in our classrooms on a daily basis. Students struggle to engage productively, and are facing monumental mental health challenges amidst the chaos.
Join me as we delve into the roots of distraction, exploring its profound impact on educators and classrooms. We'll discuss strategies to combat this epidemic, equipping you to foster focus and engagement in our students.
Ron has been an educator for 10 years. He has held various positions such as classroom teacher, Inclusive Ed Coordinator, Assistant Principal and is currently a Principal at a grade K-9 school in northern Alberta. Ron strives towards a model where everyone is successful and enjoys... Read More →
Friday February 14, 2025 11:45am - 12:45pm MST
Salon 08
Why calling home is so important. Tips and tricks to deal with difficult parents. Strategies to use that will reduce anxiety around calling home and simple solutions to ensure a successful call home.
Friday February 14, 2025 11:45am - 12:45pm MST
Salon 03
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.
Executive Staff Officer, Alberta Teachers' Association
Teacher. Administrator. PD Leader. Chris is an executive staff officer with the Alberta Teachers' Association and passionate about working with teachers and being involved in professional development. Spending most of his teaching career in Southern Alberta, he loved being a middle... Read More →
Friday February 14, 2025 11:45am - 12:45pm MST
Salon 11
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 →
Friday February 14, 2025 11:45am - 12:45pm MST
Salon 10
This session will be a chance for teachers that work in non-traditional classroom to discuss the issues, challenges, and rewards of a setting that focuses on teaching the kids first, and the curriculum second. Bring your device ready for sharing activities that allow for building a classroom of belonging, and your organizational strategies that allow for students to master learning, and moving forward towards independence.
“The Fire of Our Time”: How to Maximize the Benefits and Minimize the Risks of AI and Tech In her latest book, The Tech Solution: Creating Healthy Habits for A Digital World, Dr. Shimi Kang describes technology as “the fire of our time.” Harnessing the power of fire was a major step in human evolution — those who did it well went further and farther and those who did not, burned down the village. We are at the same pivotal moment in human history with the incredible power of tech in the palm of our hands. AI and new technology hold the promise of finding a cure for cancer, climate change, and unimaginable advances in health, community, and culture. Yet, screentime is linked to anxiety, depression, and addiction with blue light correlated with the disruption of our metabolic rhythms, sleep disorders, diabetes, and heart disease. And, AI has the power to disrupt age-old institutions and paradigms while exercising influence over our thoughts, beliefs, community, safety, economies, and geopolitical landscapes. In this informative presentation, Dr. Shimi Kang equips audiences with the tools to harness the power of AI technology and optimize health, connection, and innovation while steering clear of the serious dangers of the echo chamber, persuasive design, addiction, polarization, and toxic tech. By simplifying sophisticated neuroscience into the five ingredients of a “tech diet”, Kang provides a solution to one of the most vexing issues of our time and puts audiences on the path to successfully master the fire of our time.
Friday February 14, 2025 11:45am - 12:45pm MST
Hall A
In this hands-on workshop, participants will use Neuropainting to create a watercolour painting. The technique allows participants to transform the emotions that we feel into a piece of visual art. This technique can be used in the art classroom, the counselling space, or in any classroom needs to build more emotional intelligence.
You must purchase a ticket for this session - Tickets will be available January 20th - Cost is $10.00. No transportation will be provided.
Featuring a selection of works as varied as the collecting visions as the people who have lent them, A Look Within provides a view into the wide range of approaches, passions and interests that drive practices of collecting. In honour of their 100th anniversaries, the exhibition Knowledge Made Concrete draws from the AGA’s Permanent Collection, showcasing works by AUArts alumni and faculty. Ekow Nimako: Building Black Civilizations - Journey of 2,000 Ships features an Afrofuturistic reimagining of ancient African kingdoms. Using LEGO® bricks as his medium, Nimako explores the mysterious 14th century sea voyage of the predecessor of Mansa Musa, ruler of the Mali Empire. Probably, Plausibly, Possibly is the newest iteration of our Children’s Gallery seeking to imagine what the AGA will be another 100 years into the future.
Friday February 14, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm MST
Off site
You must purchase a ticket for this session - Tickets will be available January 20th - Cost is $10.00. No transportation will be provided.
Get closer to the animals at the Edmonton Valley Zoo to see what they have covering their bodies. What can mammals use their fur for? What are birds’ feathers made out of? Do animals covered in scales feel slimy? Students will get a chance to see and feel the difference between fur, feathers, and scales when we tour the zoo, check out some animal artifacts, and even get to meet a live animal.
Friday February 14, 2025 12:00pm - 1:30pm MST
Off site
You must purchase a ticket for this session - Tickets will be available January 20th - Cost is $10.00. No transportation will be provided.
Meet some of the world’s most endangered species and discover ways that you and the Zoo can help protect and preserve endangered animals here and around the globe! We’ll examine artifacts that come from endangered species, meet an animal up close and personal, and participate in discussions to help your students understand why so many animals are endangered. As we visit the Zoo’s endangered animals, students will learn about our Species Survival Plan and the conservation efforts that the zoo supports.
Friday February 14, 2025 12:00pm - 1:30pm MST
Off site
Discover how Gizmos online simulations can encourage young students to think like mathematicians. Explore the use of online simulations to enhance conceptual understanding, fostering student confidence in mathematics. Engage in a whole group lesson aligned with the new Division 1 math curriculum, and access ready-to-use Gizmos classroom resources. Access to Gizmos for K-6 teachers has been provided by Alberta Education. Teachers are encouraged to bring a device.
Karen Blumhagen is an Implementation Coordinator with ExploreLearning. She has over thirty years of experience in education as a classroom teacher, learning facilitator, and administrator. Karen has observed firsthand the positive impacts of online simulations on student understanding... Read More →
Friday February 14, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
Salon 03
A session for K-6 teachers that is focussed on STEAM and making and creating at the Stanley Milner library. The services in the Children’s Library are aimed at youth up to age 12, or Grade 6.
Friday February 14, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
Off site
Whether you're a novice educator looking for guidance in creating your assessment plan or a seasoned teacher seeking to optimize your time, this session will equip you with the tools and insights needed to start mapping out a cohesive and impactful assessment plan for the academic year.
Field Service Facilitator, Alberta Assessment Consortium
Alberta Assessment Consortium (AAC) is a not-for-profit registered society funded by membership. We are a recognized education partner in the province of Alberta and an independent voice able to provide an informed response to questions/issues that impact student learning. We provide... Read More →
Friday February 14, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
Salon 13/14
Interested in a short-term exchange with a colleague in Spain, Germany, Mexico, Australia, Iceland or with one of Alberta’s International Accredited Schools across the globe?
Come to this session and learn how to build your own teaching or leadership adventure with an exciting in-person short term (1-2 week) exchange or a virtual one (4 week). Carolyn Freed will be your guide in this fantastic new world! The experience and realities of teaching and school leadership are constantly in transition- an exchange can bring a wealth of insights to the work you do here in Alberta.
Exchanges are a unique professional peer-to-peer development opportunity for teachers and school administrators to collaborate within their profession. Open the door and get out of your comfort zone, engage in meaningful and critical conversations, and experience first-hand how your peers engage with best practices.
Exchange Liaison, The Alberta Teachers' Association
Carolyn Freed is the Educator Exchange Programs Liaison at the Alberta Teachers' Association, with over 10 years of experience coordinating international exchange programs.
Friday February 14, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
Salon 19/20
Are you interested in learning how to communicate the story of your teaching career and showcase your educational, professional, leadership and volunteer experience to pique employers’ interest? In this session, the presenter will share advice on how to edit your resume and write a strong cover letter to improve your chances of getting an interview.
Executive Staff Officer, Alberta Teachers' Association
Teacher. Administrator. PD Leader. Chris is an executive staff officer with the Alberta Teachers' Association and passionate about working with teachers and being involved in professional development. Spending most of his teaching career in Southern Alberta, he loved being a middle... Read More →
Friday February 14, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
Salon 17/18
The Metis are a people of mixed European and Indigenous ancestry with a distinct and rich culture different from other Indigenous peoples. Participants will learn about the historical impact and significance the Metis have had on the development of Canada. An understanding and definition of the Metis identity will be defined and the importance and significance of traditional Metis cultural items will be shown.
Brian St. Germain was born and raised in Red Deer and recently retired from Red Deer Public Schools after 42 years of teaching. The last 12 years as a lead teacher with FNMI Learning Services. He also serves as an Indigenous Education PD Facilitator with the ATA. Brian is Cree First... Read More →
Friday February 14, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
Salon 09
