ESTCA 2025: Full Schedule

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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

Beverages Selection:
Bottled Water $4.00
Soft Drinks $3.50
Canned Juices $3.50
Starbucks Coffee (12oz) $3.00

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

10:30am MST

Hands-on Minds On - The Intersection of Trades and STEM in K-12 Education

Thursday February 13, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am MST

Salon 15/16

Dive into an Alberta-based STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) initiative in partnership with Lethbridge Polytechnic that enriches K-12 education with practical trades experience. The session features an interactive opportunity for you to be in your students’ shoes to explore and engage with our free digital and hands-on resources. We'll start with a brief overview of the project and its connections to the mathematics and science curricula and industry. You will then spend the majority of the session interacting with the activities and resources that can be immediately implemented into your practice. We will seek your feedback on classroom application and potential resources. You’ll leave better equipped to answer the question of “Why do I need to learn this?” by connecting mathematics and science concepts to students’ everyday lives.

Speakers

Lethbridge Polytechnic

Hands-on trades-based STEM resources for K-12 teachers.

Thursday February 13, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am MST
Salon 15/16

Div1-4

11:45am MST

Scaffolded Assessment: Building Targeted Assessments that Show Where Students are at in their Learning

Thursday February 13, 2025 11:45am - 12:45pm MST

Salon 15/16

What happens when we give an assessment and find that many students are not meeting the outcomes--now what? This session will look at building more targeted assessments that show where students are at in their learning--do they have the foundational skills? Are they struggling with complexity or abstract concepts? Are they showing signs of going beyond the outcomes? Scaffolded assessments give a much clearer picture of student learning and help teachers determine interventions for students who struggle.
Participants will develop a scaffolded assessment based on the outcomes they are currently teaching that will show where students are at in their learning.

Speakers

Shelly Cloke

A former high school principal, vice principal, secondary teacher and instructional coach, I am currently teaching Grade 6 Language Arts and Social Studies at HW Pickup School in Drayton Valley. My career-long passion has been to develop instruction and assessment approaches that... Read More →

Thursday February 13, 2025 11:45am - 12:45pm MST
Salon 15/16

Div3-4

1:00pm MST

Aligning Assessments so they work for all Sudents - Including IPP and Accomodations for Students

Thursday February 13, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST

Salon 15/16

This session will explore how to build assessments that work for IPP and regular classroom students so you are not having to build separate assessments for each. Scaffolding assessment questions allows teachers to reach all learners, from beginning to excelling.

Speakers

Shelly Cloke

Thursday February 13, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
Salon 15/16

Div2-4

2:15pm MST

Introduction to Neurographic Art ($10.00 fee at door)

Thursday February 13, 2025 2:15pm - 3:15pm MST

Salon 15/16

Neurographic Art is relaxation through art. Simply put it is an art form where a person works with their subconscious mind to release their negative emotions onto paper and transform it into something aesthetic. No previous artistic skill is needed to produce artwork that looks good and gives a sense of accomplishment. Participants will leave the session with less stress and a beautiful piece of artwork.

Speakers

Rachelle Campeau

William E Hay High Composite

Thursday February 13, 2025 2:15pm - 3:15pm MST
Salon 15/16

Div3-4

10:30am MST

Empower with Empathy (needs Thursday)

Friday February 14, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am MST

Salon 15/16

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!

Speakers

Meghan Dumanski

Humane Educator, Edmonton Humane Society

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

Div1-4

11:45am MST

Neuropainting - Art to Connect the Conscious and Unconscious Self ($10.00 fee at door)

Friday February 14, 2025 11:45am - 2:00pm MST

Salon 15/16

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.

Speakers

Kristy Bruce

Kristy Bruce is a grade 7 teacher in Battle River School Division.

Friday February 14, 2025 11:45am - 2:00pm MST
Salon 15/16

Div1-4