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GOOSECHASE - Digital Scavenger Hunt
Please join us on Goosechase our digital scavenger hunt to win prizes! it will open Feb. 12th
Here is how to win and have fun:
1) Download Goosechase App on your apps store or google play
2) Find the mission ESTCA 2025 and Join the experience
3) Use password Estca and you are in
4) Start missions!
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Thursday and Friday Morning Selections (0730am - 11:00 am)
Muffins | V $4
Croissant | V $5
Cinnamon brioche bun | V $4
Double baked almond croissant + contains nuts| V $6 
Slice of banana bread | V $4.00
Fruit to go cups | VN + GF $4.00
 
Thursday Lunch Selections (11:00 - 3:00 pm)
Whole fruit | VN + GF $2.25
Gluten free granola bar | GF + V $4
Assorted cookies | V $3
Old fashioned ham, tuna, & egg salad sandwich $6
Bistro sandwich: olive oil panino | artichoke tapenade | tomato |Italian bocconcini | V $10
Chef’s soup of the day with golden potato bun $6.00
Pizza (Hawaiian, pepperoni, & cheese) $6/slice
Grab and Go Box - Ukrainian bowl | 3 pcs cabbage rolls | 5 pcs perogies | 3 oz kielbasa | sour cream | green onions|  $15
 
Friday Lunch Selections (11:00 - 3:00 pm)
Whole fruit | VN + GF $2.25
Gluten free granola bar | GF + V $4
Assorted cookies | V $3
Old fashioned ham, tuna, & egg salad sandwich $6
Bistro sandwich: olive oil panino | artichoke tapenade | tomato |Italian bocconcini | V $10
Chef’s soup of the day with golden potato bun $6.00
Pizza (Hawaiian, pepperoni, & cheese) $6/slice
Grab and Go Box - BBQ beef pieces | potato tots | seasonal vegetables | red wine sauce | GF $15
 
Thursday and Friday Beverage Selection:
Bottled water $4.25
Soft drinks $4.50
Canned juices $3.50
Coffee or tea (12oz) $3.00


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Venue: Salon 02 clear filter
Thursday, February 13
 

10:30am MST

Making new.LearnAlberta.ca work for you - Alberta Education
Thursday February 13, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am MST
Did you know you can do so much more than just view curriculum on new.LearnAlberta.ca? This session will explore how you can make new.LearnAlberta.ca work for you. You’ll be guided through new.LearnAlberta.ca where you can view new curriculum implementation supports and find available resources for students, parents and for teachers. Please bring a device to explore new.LearnAlberta.ca.
Thursday February 13, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am MST
Salon 02

11:45am MST

Engaging in Numeracy and Connections through First Nations, Metis and Inuit Traditional Games
Thursday February 13, 2025 11:45am - 12:45pm MST
Did you know that First Nations, Métis, and Inuit traditional games are great ways to make connections to numeracy? Traditional games can provide entry points to deeper understanding of Indigenous ways of knowing and further connections to the land. Get ready to learn about resources for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit traditional games and how to create authentic learning experiences.  
Speakers
avatar for Cheryl Devin

Cheryl Devin

Indigenous Education Facilitator, Alberta Teachers' Association
Thursday February 13, 2025 11:45am - 12:45pm MST
Salon 02

1:00pm MST

Teacher/EA relationship building
Thursday February 13, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
 So you have an EA assigned to student programming? Now what? Whether you are a new teacher or a veteran teacher, having an EA assigned to a student or a group of students’ program can be a daunting task or an exciting and welcome opportunity for you to develop professional knowledge and skills. Coming from a place of relationship, bound with a common goal to help students learn, the Indigenous value of wahkohtowin, will support teachers and EA’s to move beyond roles and responsibilities and focus on the teamwork required for all parties to be successful.


Speakers
avatar for Laurie Thompson

Laurie Thompson

Principal, NLPS - Kikino
Laurie Thompson has been an Indigenous educational leader for 30 years. She is committed to supporting training and education to support teacher quality standards and leadership quality standards. Following the Indigenous value of wahkohtowin (kinship) Laurie is committing to Indigenous... Read More →
Thursday February 13, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
Salon 02

2:15pm MST

From Play to Learning: Embracing Fun and Learning Together
Thursday February 13, 2025 2:15pm - 3:15pm MST
Join us for a captivating session, "From Play to Learning: Embracing Fun and Learning Together." Through hands-on activities and discussions, participants will explore how play can serve as a potent tool to teach academic concepts across various subjects. By effectively scaffolding play experiences, educators can ensure that they are not only enjoyable but also educational, aiding students in developing crucial cognitive, social, and emotional skills. Additionally, attendees will learn strategies to foster a positive attitude towards play among students and parents, emphasizing its significance in early childhood development. Don't miss this opportunity to blend fun and learning in your classroom!
Speakers
avatar for Andrea Mishio

Andrea Mishio

Teacher
With 17 years of invaluable experience in the education field, Andrea brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the table. After spending 15 years teaching in a junior high school setting, she now finds herself in the world of early childhood education as a dedicated kindergarten... Read More →
Thursday February 13, 2025 2:15pm - 3:15pm MST
Salon 02
 
Friday, February 14
 

10:30am MST

Helping Students Feel Happier - Insights from Icons
Friday February 14, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am MST
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.  
Speakers
avatar for Small Bits of Happiness

Small Bits of Happiness

Co-founder and CEO, Small Bits of Happiness
- 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

11:45am MST

Leveraging AI to Save Time in Education
Friday February 14, 2025 11:45am - 12:45pm MST
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!
Speakers
avatar for Eziah Pahl

Eziah Pahl

Comm Tech Instructor, Edwin Parr Comp
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
 
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