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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
Venue: Salon 12 clear filter
Thursday, February 13
 

10:30am MST

Supporting Numeracy Development in Secondary Mathematics
Thursday February 13, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am MST
Salon 12
The focus on numeracy development is often seen to be complete by the end of elementary school. Numeracy continues to develop throughout one's educational career and into adulthood. This session will provide a collection of numeracy development strategies that are designed to support the enhancement of numeracy development at the secondary level. Be prepared to be actively engaged in thinking numerically!
Speakers
avatar for Richelle Marynowski

Richelle Marynowski

Professor, University of Lethbridge
Dr. Richelle Marynowski is a Professor in the Faculty of Education at the University of Lethbridge. Her background includes 14 years of teaching secondary mathematics and 13 years teaching at the University of Lethbridge. Her research foci include teacher professional growth and development... Read More →
ESTCA Numeracy in Secondary pdf
Thursday February 13, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am MST
Salon 12
  Div3-4

11:45am MST

Number Talks for Middle School Mathematics
Thursday February 13, 2025 11:45am - 12:45pm MST
Salon 12
In collaboration with three school divisions in Alberta and funded by the Research Partnerships Program of Alberta Education, Number Talks were implemented over four months in Grades 4 - 8. Our goal was to determine if the implementation of Number Talks would serve to increase the competence and confidence of students in their numeracy skills. We had approximately 30 teachers and 300 students participate in the research project. This session will present the research findings and the implications for teacher practice.
Speakers
avatar for Richelle Marynowski

Richelle Marynowski

Professor, University of Lethbridge
Dr. Richelle Marynowski is a Professor in the Faculty of Education at the University of Lethbridge. Her background includes 14 years of teaching secondary mathematics and 13 years teaching at the University of Lethbridge. Her research foci include teacher professional growth and development... Read More →
ESTCA Number Talks Presentation pdf
Thursday February 13, 2025 11:45am - 12:45pm MST
Salon 12
  Div2-3

1:00pm MST

6 Super Strategies for Superb Sex Ed: Best Practices for Teaching Sexual Health
Thursday February 13, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
Salon 12
Are you stuck teaching sexual health the same way it was taught to YOU as a student? Times have changed, and there are subtle ways to make your sexual health classes more inclusive and impactful. Get the facts on how to answer questions from students with confidence, and ensure that all students see themselves in your lesson. We’ll review 6 great tips that will take your sexual health classes from subpar to superb!
Speakers
avatar for Desirea Agar

Desirea Agar

School Health and Wellness Promotion, Alberta Health Services
Desirea Agar (she/her) has a Master of Arts in Human Kinetics with a Women’s Studies specialization and has utilized knowledge gained from these joint fields of study to support teachers in creating safe, caring, and respectful classrooms in urban and rural settings for the past... Read More →
avatar for Nicole Inglis

Nicole Inglis

Health Promotion Facilitator, Alberta Health Services: Teaching Sexual Health
Nicole Inglis (she/her) has taught everything from grade 1 PE to Bio 30 and has taught in both public and Catholic Schools. She has an M.Ed in Adult Education and works on the Sexual and Reproductive Health Promotion team at Alberta Health Services. Nicole lives in Calgary with her... Read More →
Thursday February 13, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
Salon 12
  Div2-4

2:15pm MST

Beyond Word ID....Building Comprehension in Grades 3-6
Thursday February 13, 2025 2:15pm - 3:15pm MST
Salon 12
Join me for a professional development session aimed at enhancing your teaching approach to reading. This workshop is designed to shift educators' thinking from a whole language perspective to research-based practices that emphasize explicit instruction in skills and strategies aligned with the Simple View of Reading.

Session Highlights:

- Research-Based Practices: Learn how to implement a structured scope and sequence across all strands of learning, ensuring that your students develop into skilled comprehenders and constructors of meaning.

- Fluency and Comprehension Strategies: Gain access to proven, research-supported strategies to effectively teach reading fluency and comprehension, helping students navigate texts with confidence and understanding.

- Developing Complex Thinkers: Explore methods for cultivating students as fluent readers and critical thinkers through the integration of morphological analysis, inference, and analysis. Enhance your vocabulary instruction to empower students in their reading journey.

This session is an invaluable opportunity for educators to refine their instructional practices, support student growth, and foster a love for reading. Join me to enrich your teaching toolkit and make a meaningful impact on your students' literacy development!
Speakers
avatar for Megan Lanceleve

Megan Lanceleve

Teacher/Vice Principal, École Holy Cross Elementary
I grew up in Cold Lake, Alberta, and now get to raise my family in the same amazing community. I’m a proud Boy Mom to my son Beau, married to my best friend, and we have a goofy dog named Zeke. Some of my favorite things include spending time on the lake, camping, coaching volleyball... Read More →
ESTCA 2025 Particiapnt Book Building Comprehenders in Grades 3 6 PD Julie & Megan 2024 (2) pdf
Thursday February 13, 2025 2:15pm - 3:15pm MST
Salon 12
  Div2-3
 
Friday, February 14
 

10:30am MST

ATRF Steps to Receiving Your Pension
Friday February 14, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am MST
Salon 12
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).
ATRF Steps to Receiving Your Pension 2024 2025 handout pdf
Friday February 14, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am MST
Salon 12
  Div1-4

11:45am MST

ATRF - Your Pension Essentials
Friday February 14, 2025 11:45am - 12:45pm MST
Salon 12
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).
ATRF Your Pension Essentials 2024 2025 handout pdf
Friday February 14, 2025 11:45am - 12:45pm MST
Salon 12
  Div1-4
 
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  • Offsite : Art Gallery Tour 2
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  • OFFSITE: Edmonton Public Library Cooking Session 2
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  • OFFSITE: John Janzen Nature Centre - Stalking and Tracking
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  • OFFSITE: Stanley Milner Library - K - Grade 6 STEAM/ Makerspaces
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