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WELCOME TO THE 2024 EDMONTON BEGINNING TEACHERS’ CONFERENCE!

Teachers new to the profession are invited to attend the 2024 Beginning Teachers’ Conference, September 22-23, Fantasyland Hotel, Edmonton. There is no registration fee. Space is limited; apply early.

School principals, school jurisdictions and local associations work together to provide substitute teacher coverage as per the collective agreement to facilitate the attendance of beginning teachers at the conference. Substitute teacher coverage must be organized and approved in advance. Please ensure you meet with your school principal to discuss release time and obtain the appropriate absence code to attend this conference. 

Teachers in charter, federal and private schools must be associate members of the Association to be eligible to attend the Beginning Teachers Conference.
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Friday, September 20
 

7:30am MDT

REGISTRATION
Friday September 20, 2024 7:30am - 8:45am MDT
Ballroom A/B
Friday September 20, 2024 7:30am - 8:45am MDT
Ballroom A/B
  Registration

7:45am MDT

BREAKFAST
Friday September 20, 2024 7:45am - 8:45am MDT
Ballroom A
Friday September 20, 2024 7:45am - 8:45am MDT
Ballroom A
  Meals and Breaks

9:00am MDT

CONFERENCE KICK OFF AND WELCOME
Friday September 20, 2024 9:00am - 9:05am MDT
Ballroom A/B
Speakers
avatar for Nancy Luyckfassel

Nancy Luyckfassel

Coordinator, Professional Development, The Alberta Teachers' Association
Nancy is a teacher, wanderer and wonderer, with 31 years of experience that includes: 7 schools, 4 towns, courses in grades K–12, roles as Assistant Principal and Principal and 8 years at the ATA. Nancy comes from a small farming community and that upbringing instilled in her values... Read More →
Friday September 20, 2024 9:00am - 9:05am MDT
Ballroom A/B
  Pinned

9:05am MDT

WELCOME FROM THE PRESIDENT
Friday September 20, 2024 9:05am - 9:20am MDT
TBA
Speakers
avatar for Jason Schilling

Jason Schilling

President, The Alberta Teachers' Association
Jason Schilling was re-elected president in 2023, following four years of service as president, two years of service as vice-president and more than eight years of service as district representative for South West. As vice-president, Schilling chaired the Central Table Bargaining... Read More →
Friday September 20, 2024 9:05am - 9:20am MDT
TBA
  Pinned

9:20am MDT

YOUR ASSOCIATION AND YOU: THINGS EVERY BEGINNING TEACHER SHOULD KNOW
Friday September 20, 2024 9:20am - 10:00am MDT
Ballroom A/B
Friday September 20, 2024 9:20am - 10:00am MDT
Ballroom A/B
  Pinned

10:00am MDT

BREAK
Friday September 20, 2024 10:00am - 10:15am MDT
TBA
Friday September 20, 2024 10:00am - 10:15am MDT
TBA
  Meals and Breaks

10:15am MDT

Google Classrooms Rubrics for Performance Based Classes (7–12)
Friday September 20, 2024 10:15am - 11:30am MDT
Piesporter (Room 5)
Learn how to build rubrics digitally on Google Classroom using a program of studies document. We will focus on building rubrics for performance classes and projects. These rubrics can be used on the spot while watching performances and save time and printing by digital grading. More importantly give transparency on the students' achievement via Google Classroom. This session is geared for junior high and high school teachers in CTS and Fine Arts disciplines, but all teachers are welcome.
Speakers
VR
Friday September 20, 2024 10:15am - 11:30am MDT
Piesporter (Room 5)
  Fine Arts, Division III and IV

10:15am MDT

How To Get and HOLD Your Students’ Attention in Art (K–12)
Friday September 20, 2024 10:15am - 11:30am MDT
Ballroom A/B
Create excitement in your art classroom during the first two weeks of school with this hands-on workshop. The first art project is crucial to setting the right tone while getting to know your students. This workshop will give you the tools to gain confidence in your teaching abilities and make you their favourite teacher! You will review and complete a project yourself that your students can be excited about. Excellent for teachers of grades 3-12. The assignment’s difficulty level can be scaled according to the grade level taught. You will leave the workshop with a completed artwork, a link to the step-by-step PowerPoint presentation, and a YouTube video.
Speakers
IO
Friday September 20, 2024 10:15am - 11:30am MDT
Ballroom A/B
  Fine Arts, Division I, II, III and IV

10:15am MDT

Rhythmic Fun—Engaging Elementary Music Students with Hand Clapping Games (K–6)
Friday September 20, 2024 10:15am - 11:30am MDT
Madeira (Room 7)
Elementary music teachers, dive into the rhythm of hand clapping games in this interactive session. Explore how to weave these fun activities into your lessons, drawing from playground traditions and youth culture. Get ready to clap, stomp, and bring the playground spirit to your music room!
Speakers
CO
Friday September 20, 2024 10:15am - 11:30am MDT
Madeira (Room 7)
  Fine Arts, Division I and II

10:15am MDT

Artifical Intelligence Tools to Amplify Your Professionalism and Save Time (K–12)
Friday September 20, 2024 10:15am - 11:30am MDT
Ballroom D
Ready to revolutionize your teaching? Join our workshop on AI tools that go beyond traditional lesson planning. Explore how generative AI can create personalized content, assessments, and more. We’ll guide you through a process that balances efficiency with creativity, ensuring you remain the architect of exceptional learning experiences. Plus, let’s delve into professional considerations—because AI is not just about algorithms; it’s about impact.
Speakers
T
Friday September 20, 2024 10:15am - 11:30am MDT
Ballroom D
  Hot Topics for Professionals, Division I, II, III and IV

10:15am MDT

Explorez comment l'intelligence articicielle générative peut vous assisster (K–12)
Friday September 20, 2024 10:15am - 11:30am MDT
Champagne (Room 16)
Est-ce que vous cherchez de nouvelles façons d'impliquer vos élèves et d'inspirer leur apprentissage ? L'IA générative peut vous aider à réinventer votre enseignement et à lui donner un coup de fraîcheur. Dans cet atelier, vous apprendrez à utiliser des modèles d'IA générative pour créer du contenu original, innovant et surprenant pour vos activités en classe. Même si vous souhaitiez rédiger un plan de cours, un quiz, une histoire ou un jeu, l'IA générative peut vous aider à créer des contenus originaux, innovants et surprenants pour vos élèves. Vous apprendrez à rédiger des messages-guides qui incitent l'IA à générer des contenus créatifs, novateurs et amusants. Préparez-vous à travailler, à partager et à explorer! Veuillez apporter un ordinateur ou un dispositif digital à cette session d'apprentissage.
Speakers
T
Friday September 20, 2024 10:15am - 11:30am MDT
Champagne (Room 16)
  Hot Topics for Professionals, Division I, II, III and IV

10:15am MDT

Culturally Responsive Teaching (K–12)
Friday September 20, 2024 10:15am - 11:30am MDT
Chivas (Room 4)
This workshop explores approaches for examining beliefs, attitudes, policies, structures and practices to enable schools to effectively work cross-culturally. Participants will begin to learn how to develop a greater capacity to engage in cultural self-assessment and become more conscious of the dynamics of intercultural interactions.
Speakers
T
Friday September 20, 2024 10:15am - 11:30am MDT
Chivas (Room 4)
  Inclusiive Education, Division I, II, III and IV

10:15am MDT

Classroom Management—Beyond the Basics (K–12)
Friday September 20, 2024 10:15am - 11:30am MDT
Beaujolias (Room 10)
With basic classroom management strategies already in their toolkit, participants in this workshop will look at building upon those skills. This workshop will support teachers in responding to classroom behaviours that disrupt teaching with the goal of keeping learning on track and positive relationships intact.
Speakers
T
Friday September 20, 2024 10:15am - 11:30am MDT
Beaujolias (Room 10)
  Inclusive Education, Division I, II, III and IV

10:15am MDT

Regulation and Resilience: Supporting Students with Challenging Behaviour (K–12)
Friday September 20, 2024 10:15am - 11:30am MDT
Medoc (Room 14)
Join us for an interactive and empowering workshop that explores strategies for supporting students through challenging behaviours. This session focuses on approaches that cultivate student resilience, as well as strategies to support our own resilience as we respond to challenging moments of student behaviour. Through activities, discussion, and reflection, we will explore a variety of techniques that support students with challenging behaviour and care for our own wellbeing, at once.
Speakers
T
Friday September 20, 2024 10:15am - 11:30am MDT
Medoc (Room 14)
  Inclusive Education, Division I, II, III and IV

10:15am MDT

Teaching English as an Additional Language—Crash Course (K–12)
Friday September 20, 2024 10:15am - 11:30am MDT
Chablis (Room 12)
What's the difference between Canadian-born and Foreign-Born ELLs? Do I have to use different strategies to help them? How long does it take for language learners to "master" a language? If they are shy, do I "make" them talk or should I give other support? When can I or should I use a translator? What the heck are EAL Benchmarks? These are very great questions that teachers (not just beginners - may ask)! Join Annie on an "EAL Crash Course" to learn about the different layers of EAL teaching and walk away with more targetted questions for exploration but also fresh ideas on how you may best support your kiddos to kickstart your teaching/learning journeys!
Speakers
AF
Friday September 20, 2024 10:15am - 11:30am MDT
Chablis (Room 12)
  Inclusive Education, Division I, II, III and IV

10:15am MDT

Engaging in Numeracy and Connections through First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Traditional Games  (K–12)
Friday September 20, 2024 10:15am - 11:30am MDT
Cognac (Room 15)
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
T
Friday September 20, 2024 10:15am - 11:30am MDT
Cognac (Room 15)
  Indigenous Education, Division I, II, III and IV |   Math, Division I, II, III and IV

10:15am MDT

Wait...What!?! I have to teach MATH? (Grades K–3)
Friday September 20, 2024 10:15am - 11:30am MDT
Bordeaux (Room 9)
Does the idea of teaching Math to Grade 1-3 students scare you? It shouldn't! This session will dig into some of the big beginning concepts in Mathematics: Foundational Understandings, Equality and Additive Thinking.
Speakers
SB
Friday September 20, 2024 10:15am - 11:30am MDT
Bordeaux (Room 9)
  Mathematics, Division I

10:15am MDT

Energize Your Classroom (?-?)
Friday September 20, 2024 10:15am - 11:30am MDT
Chianti (Room 6)
Physical activity offers many benefits above and beyond physical health. This workshop will offer practical tips on how to incorporate physical activity into any subject area. Join us in learning how to re-energize your students, break up sedentary time, and increase physical activity across the school community.
Speakers
T
Friday September 20, 2024 10:15am - 11:30am MDT
Chianti (Room 6)
  Physical Education, ??

11:30am MDT

LUNCH
Friday September 20, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm MDT
Ballroom A/B
Friday September 20, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm MDT
Ballroom A/B
  Meals and Breaks

12:30pm MDT

Let's Get Talking! Conversation Skills for Learning (K–12)
Friday September 20, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
Chivas (Room 4)
Speakers
T
Friday September 20, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
Chivas (Room 4)
  Curriculum Pedagogy, Division I, II, III and IV

12:30pm MDT

Ensemble Building in the Drama Classroom (and Beyond!) (4-12)
Friday September 20, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
Madeira (Room 7)
In this hands-on session you will learn (and play) numerous ensemble building games and activities that will help you to create a classroom environment of trust, focused energy, and cooperation.
Speakers
MD

Molly Danko

Fine Arts Council
Molly Danko, BA/BEd, sits on the Fine Arts Council of the ATA as the Drama representative. She has been teaching Drama at the secondary level for the past six years with Edmonton Catholic School District. Molly is passionate about arts education and providing a place for students... Read More →
Friday September 20, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
Madeira (Room 7)
  Fine Arts, Division II, III and IV

12:30pm MDT

Les technigues d'impactes en classe (K-9)
Friday September 20, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
Champagne (Room 16)
Créer des liens solides avec les élèves est la clé pour prévenir certains comportements et aider efficacement des élèves présentants certains défis. Les techniques d'impacts en classe aident les enseignants et les différents intervenants à créer ces liens. Venez explorer comment, avec des objets, des images et des métaphores, on peut faire une différence dans le quotidien de nos élèves.
Speakers
AJ
Friday September 20, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
Champagne (Room 16)
  French, Division I, II and III |   Inclusive Education, Division I, II and III

12:30pm MDT

Teacher Safety Net—Your Entitlements, Your Protection (K–12)
Friday September 20, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
Ballroom C
Over many years the Association has constructed 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
T
Friday September 20, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
Ballroom C
  Hot Topics for Professionals, Division I, II, III and IV

12:30pm MDT

20 Strategies You Can Use on Monday! (K–6)
Friday September 20, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
Ballroom A/B
Are you looking for no-prep and low-prep ways to engage your students? Join us for a dynamic session where we will explore 20 versatile no-prep and low-prep activities you can implement in any subject and grade level. Be ready to engage with interactive activities and explore practical applications for these strategies in your teaching context.
Speakers
T
Friday September 20, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
Ballroom A/B
  Hot Topics for Professionals, Division I and II |   Curriculum Pedagogy, Division I and II

12:30pm MDT

Cost of Caring—How to Nurture Your Mental Emotional Health as a Beginning Teacher (K–12)
Friday September 20, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
Ballroom D
Speakers
LE
Friday September 20, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
Ballroom D
  Hot Topics for Professionals, Division I, II, III and IV |   Techer Wellness, Division I, II, III and IV

12:30pm MDT

Care and Connect—Social and Emotional Learning (K–12)
Friday September 20, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
Medoc (Room 14)
Now, more than ever, there is a need to look at practices and systems that nurture the social and emotional health of all members of the school community. This workshop was developed to enhance the social-emotional skills of adults within a school environment so that they can more effectively model and teach SEL to their students. This interactive workshop can be facilitated over a series of sessions in which participants will learn and apply practical, powerful strategies to enhance social and emotional competence within themselves and their students.
Speakers
T
Friday September 20, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
Medoc (Room 14)
  Inclusive Education, Division I, II, III and IV

12:30pm MDT

Balancing Act—Navigating Classroom Realities While Crafting Quality Curriculum Experiences (K–6)
Friday September 20, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
Beaujolias (Room 10)
Congratulations on landing the job! Now that you're in the thick of it, you're likely feeling overwhelmed by the flood of expectations and responsibilities: managing student behaviors, organizing assemblies, adapting to last-minute schedule changes, attending staff meetings, coordinating volunteers, arranging field trips, communicating with parents, addressing Individualized Program Plans (IPPs), participating in committees, and the list goes on. How do you juggle all these tasks while still ensuring that your curriculum remains high-quality and aligned with educational standards? Universities provide foundational instruction on scaffolded planning, curriculum-aligned instruction, and quality assessment. While this learning is irreplaceable, beginning teachers continue to struggle when faced with the vast demands on time within the real classroom. Together we will explore the curriculum, develop a year plan, then bring this plan into the realities of the day-to-day happenings.
Speakers
TH
Friday September 20, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
Beaujolias (Room 10)
  Inclusive Educaton, Division I and II |   Teacher Wellness, Division I and II

12:30pm MDT

More Than Words: The Significance of Land Acknowledgements on the Journey of Truth and Reconciliation(K–12)
Friday September 20, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
Cognac (Room 15)
Sharing a land acknowledgement has become a common practice and there is potential for a land acknowledgement to be perceived as an empty gesture if it’s not paired with concrete actions. Throughout this session, participants will have an opportunity to reflect on the deeper meanings of a land acknowledgement and consider ways they can mobilize land acknowledgements in their own professional practice. Participants will reflect on their own connections to people and place, and consider how land acknowledgements and their associated actions can build relationships and contribute to Truth & Reconciliation.
Speakers
T
Friday September 20, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
Cognac (Room 15)
  Indgenous Education, Division I, II, III and IV

12:30pm MDT

How to Teach ELA When It’s Not Your Specialty (7-9)
Friday September 20, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
Chablis (Room 12)
Get a crash course on English Language Arts and learn how to leverage the curriculum to lean into your specialty strengths. Whether you are trying to find ways to make cross-curricular connections with Social Studies, Science, Math, or Fine Arts in order to support literacy in every class, or if you are a newcomer to ELA just trying to find your bearings, this session will offer practical strategies on how to teach Jr High ELA with adaptation considerations for lower and higher grades.
Speakers
avatar for Alyssa Backs

Alyssa Backs

Teacher, English Language Arts Council
Backs is the Central Region Representative for the ATA’s English Language Arts Council. She holds a B. Ed in Secondary Education with a major in Social Studies and a minor in ELA through the University of Alberta. She recently completed her master’s degree in Library and Information... Read More →
Friday September 20, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
Chablis (Room 12)
  Language Arts, Division III

12:30pm MDT

Wait...What!?! I have to teach MATH? (4-6)
Friday September 20, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
Bordeaux (Room 9)
Does the idea of teaching Math to Grade 4-6 students scare you? It shouldn't! This session will dig into some of the big beginning concepts in Mathematics: Foundational Understandings, Equality and Additive Thinking.
Speakers
SB
Friday September 20, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
Bordeaux (Room 9)
  Mathematics, Division II

12:30pm MDT

Games and Activities to Optimize Self-Regulation (K–12)
Friday September 20, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
Chianti (Room 6)
A strong relationship exists between the development of executive functioning skills and self-regulation. When children and youth have the opportunity to develop the skills needed for self-regulation, they are better suited to make healthy choices that affect them and their classmates. This workshop explores how classrooms and community programs are the optimal settings to promote these skills through fun, creative and original activities.
Speakers
T
Friday September 20, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
Chianti (Room 6)
  Physical Education, Division I, II, III and IV

12:30pm MDT

Outcomes, Triangulation and Gradebooks—OH MY! (K–12)
Friday September 20, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
Piesporter (Room 5)
We know that tests and traditional grading are not necessarily the most effective for assessing and reporting student learning, but how to make the transition from what we’ve always done to what we want to do? This session will share ideas and resources for tracking student progress, setting up an outcome based gradebook and reporting achievements in a way that meaningfully describes what students know and can do.
Speakers
avatar for Julie Arsenault

Julie Arsenault

Science Lead Teacher, Science Council
After receiving her Bachelors and Masters degrees in Microbiology and Biotechnology, Julie entered the Faculty of Education at the University of Alberta to pursue her teaching career. She has been teaching with Edmonton Public Schools since 2002 and has developed a passion for incorporating... Read More →
Friday September 20, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
Piesporter (Room 5)
  Science, Division I, II, III and IV |   Curriculum Pedagogy, Division I, II, III and IV

1:45pm MDT

BREAK
Friday September 20, 2024 1:45pm - 2:00pm MDT
TBA
Friday September 20, 2024 1:45pm - 2:00pm MDT
TBA
  Meals and Breaks

2:00pm MDT

Code of Conduct for Teachers—What You Need to Know! (K–12)
Friday September 20, 2024 2:00pm - 3:15pm MDT
Ballroom C
The new Code of Professional Conduct outlines minimum expectations for teaching certificate holders, including teachers, teacher leaders and superintendents. The code applies to the conduct of teachers in both on-duty and off-duty contexts. Drawing on scenarios from various typical employment matters, this presentation describes the standards of professional conduct expected of teachers and teacher leaders and explains the complaint process.
Speakers
T
Friday September 20, 2024 2:00pm - 3:15pm MDT
Ballroom C
  Hot Topics for Professionals, Division I, II, III and IV

2:00pm MDT

20 Strategies You Can Use on Monday! (7–12)
Friday September 20, 2024 2:00pm - 3:15pm MDT
Ballroom A/B
Are you looking for no-prep and low-prep ways to engage your students? Join us for a dynamic session where we will explore 20 versatile no-prep and low-prep activities you can implement in any subject and grade level. Be ready to engage with interactive activities and explore practical applications for these strategies in your teaching context.
Speakers
T
Friday September 20, 2024 2:00pm - 3:15pm MDT
Ballroom A/B
  Hot Topics for Professionals, Division III and IV |   Curriculum Pedagogy, Division III and IV

2:00pm MDT

Five Strategies to Flourish as an Early Career Teacher (K–12)
Friday September 20, 2024 2:00pm - 3:15pm MDT
Ballroom D
Speakers
T
Friday September 20, 2024 2:00pm - 3:15pm MDT
Ballroom D
  Hot Topics for Professionals, Division I, II, III and IV |   Teacher Wellness, Division I, II, III and IV

2:00pm MDT

Enseigner en milieu minoritaire (K–12)
Friday September 20, 2024 2:00pm - 3:15pm MDT
Champagne (Room 16)
Comment valoriser la langue et la culture francophone dans nos milieux ? Venez découvrir comment et pourquoi il est important de développer la culture identitaire francophone chez nos élèves. L'identité francophone, le bilinguisme additif, la légitimité linguistique seront aussi abordés. Cet atelier vous aidera à avoir des pratiques gagnantes pour la construction identitaire.
Speakers
avatar for Maryse Simon

Maryse Simon

Conseil français
Maryse Simon est enseignante de 1re année dans une école francophone au CSNO depuis plus de 15 ans. Depuis trois, elle est facilitatrice en perfectionnement professionnel à l'ATA. Maryse est aussi responsable de perfectionnement professionnel à l'AEEFA (Association des enseignantes... Read More →
Friday September 20, 2024 2:00pm - 3:15pm MDT
Champagne (Room 16)
  Inclusive Education, Division I, II, III and IV

2:00pm MDT

Take a LEAP—Unlearning Racial Bias (K–12)
Friday September 20, 2024 2:00pm - 3:15pm MDT
Chivas (Room 4)
Join this session to explore the complex dynamics between unconscious beliefs, bias, and the impact these factors have on educational environments. Focused on building a deeper understanding of how these factors can perpetuate stereotypes and hinder student growth, this session includes discussions and practical exercises that will challenge assumptions that perpetuate labels and stereotypes. By embracing a ‘LEAP’ approach—actively listening, engaging, asking questions, and providing support we will work together to enhance our own understanding of diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism.
Speakers
T
Friday September 20, 2024 2:00pm - 3:15pm MDT
Chivas (Room 4)
  Inclusive Education, Division I, II, III and IV

2:00pm MDT

Trauma-Informed Practice—Safe, Supportive and Self-Regulated Classrooms (K–12)
Friday September 20, 2024 2:00pm - 3:15pm MDT
Medoc (Room 14)
Participants in this interactive workshop will receive information and tools to help provide safe, supportive and self-regulated environments for students who have experienced trauma. Teachers will be provided with background information on trauma and its effects on the child and adolescent brain, how to create trauma-informed environments and how to help build resiliency and self-regulation skills in students.
Speakers
T
Friday September 20, 2024 2:00pm - 3:15pm MDT
Medoc (Room 14)
  Inclusive Education, Division I, II, III and IV

2:00pm MDT

Foundations for Success—Strategies for Building Classroom Community in a Primary Classroom (K–3)
Friday September 20, 2024 2:00pm - 3:15pm MDT
Madeira (Room 7)
Come ready to learn, and create! In this presentation, we will explore the vital foundations that contribute to a respectful classroom community, focusing on the implementation of effective routines, smooth transitions, clear expectations, and consistent practices. You will learn how these elements work together to create an environment where students feel safe, respected, and engaged. Fostering positive relationships between students is vital. This presentation will provide example mentor texts, writing activities, Google slide examples, projects and transition songs that contribute to a respectful and engaging classroom community in a primary classroom. Participants will also create an art activity with plasticine that can be used in a cross curricular project with your students.
Speakers
avatar for Michelle Bezubiak

Michelle Bezubiak

Early Childhood Education Council
With 26 years of experience in education, I am a dedicated educator with experience teaching Kindergarten through to Grade 3.Through my years in the field, I have witnessed the transformative impact that nurturing connections can have on students' growth and development. I strive... Read More →
Friday September 20, 2024 2:00pm - 3:15pm MDT
Madeira (Room 7)
  Inclusive Education, Division I |   Language Arts, Division I |   Fine Arts, Division I

2:00pm MDT

Unlocking Student Understanding—The Impact of Numeracy of Routines on Learning Gaps (4–12)
Friday September 20, 2024 2:00pm - 3:15pm MDT
Bordeaux (Room 9)
Wondering how to bridge learning gaps? Dive into the potential of numeracy routines to address student needs and prerequisite knowledge. Discover effective routines adaptable to any topic, and collaborate with colleagues to tailor them to your classroom, aligning with your curriculum goals.
Speakers
PS
Friday September 20, 2024 2:00pm - 3:15pm MDT
Bordeaux (Room 9)
  Inclusive Education, Division II, III and IV |   Math, Division II, III and IV

2:00pm MDT

ᑕᐯᐧᐃᐧᐣ tapwewin Dismantling Indigenous Racism (K–12)
Friday September 20, 2024 2:00pm - 3:15pm MDT
Cognac (Room 15)
This introductory workshop will encourage educators to critically reflect on concepts such as systemic racism and assimilation. Historical and contemporary examples of anti-Indigenous racism will be explored, and participants will be challenged to consider their own role in dismantling anti-Indigenous racism. Educators will leave with a foundational understanding of anti-racism with a focus on Indigenous Peoples, and will also be equipped with suggested resources for further learning. Note that portions of this workshop may be difficult for some participants, particularly for Indigenous Peoples and/or those who have experienced racism.
Speakers
T
Friday September 20, 2024 2:00pm - 3:15pm MDT
Cognac (Room 15)
  Indigenous Education, Division I, II, III and IV |   Inclusive Education, Division I, II, III and IV

2:00pm MDT

Survival Strategies for English Language Arts Teachers (7–12)
Friday September 20, 2024 2:00pm - 3:15pm MDT
Beaujolias (Room 10)
Your first few years in English language arts can be intimidating: the marking, the planning, the reading... the marking! This engaging, casual session with two experienced ELA teachers and department heads will give you real-world strategies for not just surviving your first few years, but for finding the joy in them, too.
Speakers
CH
Friday September 20, 2024 2:00pm - 3:15pm MDT
Beaujolias (Room 10)
  Language Arts, Division III and IV

2:00pm MDT

Unlocking Literacy—Practical Strategies for Implementing the Science of Reading in an Inclusive Classroom (K–3)
Friday September 20, 2024 2:00pm - 3:15pm MDT
Chablis (Room 12)
Guided by research-backed methodologies, we'll navigate through the intricacies of language acquisition, decoding, comprehension, and fluency. Through a blend of theory and practical application, educators will gain valuable insights into how to foster robust reading skills in students of all ages and abilities.
Speakers
MB
Friday September 20, 2024 2:00pm - 3:15pm MDT
Chablis (Room 12)
  Language Arts, Division I |   Inclusive Education, Division I

2:00pm MDT

Teaching the New PE & Wellness Curriculum Without Breaking a Sweat (JK - You'll be Sweating!)
Friday September 20, 2024 2:00pm - 3:15pm MDT
Chianti (Room 6)
This session is designed to support teachers to increase their confidence and competence to implement the Alberta Physical Education and Wellness curriculum. The content will be grounded in best practice in pedagogy, and will cover the similarities and differences from previous curricula, provide tips on planning, implementation and assessment, and include a reference resource for each organizing idea.
Speakers
T
Friday September 20, 2024 2:00pm - 3:15pm MDT
Chianti (Room 6)
  Physical Eduction, Division I, II, III and IV

2:00pm MDT

Science 101 (4–12)
Friday September 20, 2024 2:00pm - 3:15pm MDT
Piesporter (Room 5)
You’re teaching science—congratulations! Now how do you get started? Whether you are the only science teacher at your school or part of a team, it can all seem a little overwhelming. Learn some tried and tested methods for approaching science teaching and learning to ensure you are not only giving your students meaningful learning opportunities but also ensuring that you aren’t reinventing the wheel. Topics covered include: breaking down the curriculum into manageable units and lessons, planning for hands-on activities and projects (examples will be provided) throughout the year, field trip ideas (both in-school and site-based), and developing an inventory of supplies. Amanda Green and Julie Arsenault bring with them a collective four decades of experience to help you be successful in your science teaching experience!
Speakers
avatar for Julie Arsenault

Julie Arsenault

Science Lead Teacher, Science Council
After receiving her Bachelors and Masters degrees in Microbiology and Biotechnology, Julie entered the Faculty of Education at the University of Alberta to pursue her teaching career. She has been teaching with Edmonton Public Schools since 2002 and has developed a passion for incorporating... Read More →
avatar for Amanda Green

Amanda Green

Teacher, Science Council
Amanda's spark for science ignited at an early age exploring nature with her family and now teaches Jr High STEM classes in both English
Friday September 20, 2024 2:00pm - 3:15pm MDT
Piesporter (Room 5)
  Science, Division II, III and IV

3:15pm MDT

BREAK
Friday September 20, 2024 3:15pm - 3:30pm MDT
TBA
Friday September 20, 2024 3:15pm - 3:30pm MDT
TBA
  Meals and Breaks

3:30pm MDT

Central East—Bargaining 101
Friday September 20, 2024 3:30pm - 4:00pm MDT
Piesporter (Room 5)
Attendance for GIA and additional prizes
Friday September 20, 2024 3:30pm - 4:00pm MDT
Piesporter (Room 5)
  Pinned

3:30pm MDT

Central North—Bargaining 101
Friday September 20, 2024 3:30pm - 4:00pm MDT
Medoc (Room 14)
Attendance for GIA and additional prizes
Friday September 20, 2024 3:30pm - 4:00pm MDT
Medoc (Room 14)
  Pinned

3:30pm MDT

Central South—Bargaining 101
Friday September 20, 2024 3:30pm - 4:00pm MDT
Beaujolias (Room 10)
Attendance for GIA and additional prizes
Friday September 20, 2024 3:30pm - 4:00pm MDT
Beaujolias (Room 10)
  Pinned

3:30pm MDT

Central—Bargaining 101
Friday September 20, 2024 3:30pm - 4:00pm MDT
Bordeaux (Room 9)
Attendance for GIA and additional prizes
Friday September 20, 2024 3:30pm - 4:00pm MDT
Bordeaux (Room 9)
  Pinned

3:30pm MDT

Edmonton District—Bargaining 101
Friday September 20, 2024 3:30pm - 4:00pm MDT
Madeira (Room 7)
Attendance for GIA and additional prizes
Friday September 20, 2024 3:30pm - 4:00pm MDT
Madeira (Room 7)
  Pinned

3:30pm MDT

Edmonton McMurray—Bargaining 101
Friday September 20, 2024 3:30pm - 4:00pm MDT
Chianti (Room 6)
Attendance for GIA and additional prizes
Friday September 20, 2024 3:30pm - 4:00pm MDT
Chianti (Room 6)
  Pinned

3:30pm MDT

North West—Bargaining 101
Friday September 20, 2024 3:30pm - 4:00pm MDT
Chablis (Room 12)
Attendance for GIA and additional prizes
Friday September 20, 2024 3:30pm - 4:00pm MDT
Chablis (Room 12)
  Pinned

4:00pm MDT

NETWORKING BREAKFAST/DISPLAYS
Friday September 20, 2024 4:00pm - 4:45pm MDT
Ballroom A/B
Friday September 20, 2024 4:00pm - 4:45pm MDT
Ballroom A/B
  Meals and Breaks

4:00pm MDT

SOCIAL—QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Friday September 20, 2024 4:00pm - 4:45pm MDT
Ballroom A
Grab and Go Sessions, Social and Draw Prizes. Each table will have a QR to scan that links to key information on the website about the topic. As well, there will be sample copies of print resources which are available.
Friday September 20, 2024 4:00pm - 4:45pm MDT
Ballroom A
  Q and A
 
Saturday, September 21
 

9:00am MDT

Blank Space to Brilliance—Navigating Alberta's CTF Curriculum (4–9)
Saturday September 21, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am MDT
Chivas (Room 4)
Are you assigned to teach a CTF or options class and don't know where to start? Do you want to integrate CTF into your core subjects? Do you feel stuck in the old "home ec" or "shop" class you took when you were in junior high? Join to follow one teacher's adventure in stepping into a new role and reinventing a course to meet their students' passions and interests. You will participate in some hands-on activities and gain ideas and resources you can hopefully implement into your class with ease.
Speakers
CA
Saturday September 21, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am MDT
Chivas (Room 4)
  CTS/CTF, Division II and III

9:00am MDT

Making it in the Middle—Engaging and Connecting with Middle Years Learners (4–9)
Saturday September 21, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am MDT
Chablis (Room 12)
"Understanding and responding to the unique developmental characteristics of young adolescents, 10 to 15 year olds, in culturally responsive and sustaining ways is central among the tenets of middle level education" (Bishop & Harrison, 2021). Teaching in the “Middle” is a unique and rewarding opportunity to bridge the gap for students who are just beginning to discover who they are. Education in the middle should be Responsive, Engaging, Challenging, Empowering, and Equitable for everyone. By looking after themselves first, Middle School teachers can create an environment that fosters success for all. In this session you will find out some tips and tricks to help create environments of success. You will discover what makes Middle School teachers, and the students they teach, unique. Plan to leave this session with strategies and ideas in order to make your Middle School classroom an amazing space!
Speakers
avatar for Tina Chadwick

Tina Chadwick

Secretary and Conference Registration, Middle Years Council
Saturday September 21, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am MDT
Chablis (Room 12)
  Curriculum Pedagogy, Division II and III

9:00am MDT

Engaging Students with Student-Centered Digital Activities (K–12)
Saturday September 21, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am MDT
Bordeaux (Room 9)
Your students already use Google Docs, Slides, Drawings, and more, but did you know there are hundreds of templates at your fingertips to take their publications to the next level? There are also several apps and sites that will help make student demonstrations of learning more engaging. Join this session where we will look at some fun, engaging, and powerful ways students can demonstrate their understanding through images, audio, and video, and the best ways they can share that work with you! Together, we can turn learning experiences into something creative, memorable, and meaningful for students.
Speakers
T
Saturday September 21, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am MDT
Bordeaux (Room 9)
  Ed Tech, Division I, II, III and IV |   Curriculum Pedagogy, Division I, II, III and IV

9:00am MDT

Drama Productions—From Zero to Hero—NO Experience Required (4–12)
Saturday September 21, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am MDT
Chianti (Room 6)
Are you a first-year teacher who has been, voluntold to put up the school play? Perhaps you're a drama/music teacher looking to build a drama program from the ground up. Regardless, this session is for you. This session will cover the process of choosing a show, planning and preparing a show from start to finish, tech and design, parental involvement and building a culture. This session has been presented at various conventions and PD days, in full day, half day, and one-hour sessions.
Speakers
MW

Matt White

Fine Arts Council
Saturday September 21, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am MDT
Chianti (Room 6)
  Fine Arts, Division II, III and IV

9:00am MDT

25 jeux pour améliorer les compétences orales (K–6)
Saturday September 21, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am MDT
Champagne (Room 16)
During the session, I will speak to the importance of the oral component in a French Language Program. I will briefly describe the importance of research-based approaches, such as the Neurolinguistic Approach. I will then share the program I created with support from Le Conseil Français (ATA). There will be time to explain and play some of the 25 oral games that are part of the program. All games use the Neurolinguistic Approach and are created using the new program of studies for French immersion (Grades K to 6). Participants will leave with a copy of the program
Speakers
SD
Saturday September 21, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am MDT
Champagne (Room 16)
  French, Division I and II |   Language Arts, Division I and II

9:00am MDT

Making Learning Meaningful—Hands-On Activities to Spark Creativity, Ignite Conversations and Promote Problem-Solving (K–12)
Saturday September 21, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am MDT
Ballroom D
Join us for this engaging session as we delve into the world of meaningful, hands-on activities that will spark creativity, ignite conversations, and promote problem-solving skills. Be prepared to embark on a cross-curricular journey of discovery, armed with a wide array of practical resources and innovative ideas. Participants are guaranteed to leave the workshop with a collection of carefully curated activities and lessons that you can seamlessly integrate into your classroom, starting as early as Monday morning.
Speakers
T
Saturday September 21, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am MDT
Ballroom D
  Hot Topics for Professionals, Division I, II, III and IV

9:00am MDT

Managing Professional Relationships— Dealing with Difficult People and Difficult Issues (K–12)
Saturday September 21, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am MDT
Ballroom C
Hostile conversations with adults in school settings are becoming more commonplace and more intense, and are deemed to be extremely stressful for educators. What can schools do to safeguard the school and effectively communicate with those individuals who have a propensity toward volatility? This presentation gives an overview of the rights and responsibilities of students, parents, teachers and school leaders with an emphasis on the knowledge and skills for effective conflict management and conflict resolution. This session also provides a brief introduction to the Healthy Interactions Program.
Speakers
T
Saturday September 21, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am MDT
Ballroom C
  Hot Topics for Professionals, Division I, II, III and IV

9:00am MDT

Free Tools and Kits for Use with Students (K–12)
Saturday September 21, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am MDT
Ballroom A/B
Imagine your classroom with challenges to solve, opportunities to create and students who are engaged. In this session, participants will have HANDS ON experience with a number of engaging kits to promote interactive learning. Throughout the session, you will have an opportunity to EXPLORE, CREATE and PLAY! Any member can sign out all demonstrated kits and books FREE from the ATA library. Participants should come armed with a mobile device to navigate the Association library and begin requesting materials before they leave the workshop. Every teacher is guaranteed a take-away!
Speakers
T
Saturday September 21, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am MDT
Ballroom A/B
  Hot Topics for Professionals, Division I, II, III and IV |   Curriculum Pedagogy, Division I, II, III and IV

9:00am MDT

Pass the Mic—Let's Talk About Racism (K–12)
Saturday September 21, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am MDT
Medoc (Room 14)
Children notice and think about race. Being silent about issues surrounding race reinforces racism by letting children draw their own conclusions without a safe space to ask questions. Teachers can play a powerful role in helping children develop positive attitudes about race and embrace diversity, promoting a more just future for all people. Pass the Mic: Let’s Talk About Racism is designed to aid teachers in having important conversations about racism, how to be anti-racist, microaggressions, bias and privilege.
Speakers
SA
Saturday September 21, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am MDT
Medoc (Room 14)
  Inclusive Education, Division I, II, III and IV

9:00am MDT

Full Circle—Understanding Social Implications of Indigenous Realities (K–12)
Saturday September 21, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am MDT
Cognac (Room 15)
This workshop will examine core causes of intergenerational trauma, challenge common myths and misconceptions, as well as explore activities to foster effective relationships with First Nations, Métis and Inuit students, families and community. Participants will explore assimilation strategies that have contributed to many current realities of Indigenous students, families and community. You will gain an increased understanding of physical, mental, social and spiritual impacts, and strength-based initiatives to contribute to the advancement of the reconciliation process.
Speakers
T
Saturday September 21, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am MDT
Cognac (Room 15)
  Indigenous Education, Division I, II, III and IV |   Inclusive Education, Division I, II, III and IV

9:00am MDT

How to Intentionally Support Mental Health through PE (K–12)
Saturday September 21, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am MDT
Piesporter (Room 5)
Using the four domains of physical literacy (physical, cognitive, affective, and emotional), we will play and dissect each activity to go beyond simply playing. Come join in activities that will explore ways to help implement the new Physical Education and Wellness (PEW) program of studies and/or support the existing one. This session is suitable for all grade levels as activities will be laid out to accommodate all ages and levels of ability.
Speakers
JH
Saturday September 21, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am MDT
Piesporter (Room 5)
  Phys Ed, Division I, II, III and IV |   Inclusive Education, Division I, II, III and IV

9:00am MDT

Oreo Cookies and the Scientific Method (4–9)
Saturday September 21, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am MDT
Madeira (Room 7)
With the advent of a new science curriculum, there are new units. There are various ways to teach the organizing ideas and incorporate higher levels of thinking in Bloom’s taxonomy. One could teach them each as separate units or a teacher could incorporate the scientific method into any of the other organizing ideas. How? Science Inquiry. Can you let go of sage on the stage and help guide your students through an engaging investigation? How can one incorporate the knowledge from the unit with the organizing idea of “Scientific Method”? 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.
Speakers
MS
Saturday September 21, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am MDT
Madeira (Room 7)
  Science, Division II and III

9:00am MDT

School Leadership—Things you Want to Know, But are Afraid to Ask (K–12)
Saturday September 21, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am MDT
Beaujolias (Room 10)
Curious about the daily life of school leaders or contemplating a future in educational leadership? Join us for an insightful session where we'll delve into the multifaceted world of school leadership through the lens of beginning teachers. Throughout our discussion, we'll explore a range of topics essential for understanding the role, from navigating evaluations to effectively managing challenging situations and embracing informal leadership roles within the school community. This interactive session provides a platform for your questions and discussions, offering valuable insights and fostering connections with fellow educators. Don't miss this opportunity to gain deeper understanding and engage in meaningful dialogue about the exciting possibilities in educational leadership.
Speakers
BS
Saturday September 21, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am MDT
Beaujolias (Room 10)
  Teacher Wellness, Division I, II, III and IV

10:15am MDT

BREAK
Saturday September 21, 2024 10:15am - 10:30am MDT
TBA
Saturday September 21, 2024 10:15am - 10:30am MDT
TBA
  Meals and Breaks

10:30am MDT

Books for Belonging—Inclusive Texts for All Subject (K–6)
Saturday September 21, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am MDT
Ballroom A/B
Looking for fresh resources for your K–6 students? In this workshop, you will explore a bin of incredible books curated by Alberta teacher-librarians. These books are applicable to a variety of subject-areas and K–6 grade levels. Through activities and discussions, you will work with these resources to explore best practices for choosing and using resources for your classroom, including factors related to social, community, and academic fit.
Speakers
T
Saturday September 21, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am MDT
Ballroom A/B
  Curriculum Pedagogy, Division I and II |   Language Arts, Division I and II |   Social Studis, Division I and II

10:30am MDT

Books for Belonging—Inclusive Texts for All Subject (K–6)
Saturday September 21, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am MDT
Ballroom A/B
Looking for fresh resources for your K–6 students? In this workshop, you will explore a bin of incredible books curated by Alberta teacher-librarians. These books are applicable to a variety of subject-areas and K–6 grade levels. Through activities and discussions, you will work with these resources to explore best practices for choosing and using resources for your classroom, including factors related to social, community, and academic fit.
Speakers
T
Saturday September 21, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am MDT
Ballroom A/B
  Curriculum Pedagogy, Division I and II |   Language Arts, Division I and II |   Social Studis, Division I and II

10:30am MDT

Elementary Science—Computer Science and Computational Thinking in the Elementary Curriculum (K–6)
Saturday September 21, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am MDT
Bordeaux (Room 9)
Are you an elementary teacher wondering how to teach those new computer science outcomes? There are so many fun ways to incorporate coding and robotics into your science classes, as well as ways to make computational thinking an everyday habit for your students. Let's make computer science something to look forward to! We'll look at the big picture ideas behind computer science in an easy to digest progression, then we'll play with robots and Micro:bits and look at a few tools like Scratch Jr, Code.org, and CS First that will make your computer science class awesome!
Speakers
T
Saturday September 21, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am MDT
Bordeaux (Room 9)
  Ed Tech, Division I and II |   Science, Division I and II

10:30am MDT

Year in the Life of a Music Teacher—Let's Talk Plans (K–9)
Saturday September 21, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am MDT
Chablis (Room 12)
Speakers
avatar for Amanda Clark

Amanda Clark

music representative, Fine Arts Council
Amanda Clark has been an elementary music teacher in Leduc for more than 10 years where she teaches in both French and English. She also teaches private lessons including the Music for Young Children program. She completed a Bachelor of Music at University of Alberta Augustana Campus... Read More →
Saturday September 21, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am MDT
Chablis (Room 12)
  Fine Arts, Division I, II and III

10:30am MDT

Improving Teaching and Learning Through Professional Growth Plans (K–12)
Saturday September 21, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am MDT
Ballroom D
This session will provide teachers with an opportunity to reflect on their understanding of provincial legislation, policy and other requirements related to teacher professional growth, promote awareness of the effective components of a professional growth plan, and share materials and tools that can be accessed to assist in the development of those plans. The session will also address the implications for teacher evaluation and permanent certification.
Speakers
T
Saturday September 21, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am MDT
Ballroom D
  Hot Topics for Professionals, Division I, II, III and IV

10:30am MDT

Optimiser l’enseignement et l’apprentissage grâce aux plans de croissance professionnelle (K–12)
Saturday September 21, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am MDT
Champagne (Room 16)
Cette session offre à chacun l’occasion de réfléchir aux cadres juridiques, à la politique, et aux autres exigences relatives à la croissance professionnelle des enseignants; de se familiariser avec les composantes essentielles et efficaces du plan de croissance; et de découvrir les documents d’appuis et les outils à la disposition des enseignants pour élaborer un plan de croissance professionnelle. Le processus d’évaluation des enseignants et les exigences pour l’obtention du brevet d’enseignement permanent seront également abordés pendant la session.
Speakers
T
Saturday September 21, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am MDT
Champagne (Room 16)
  Hot Topics for Professionals, Division I, II, III and IV

10:30am MDT

Your Online Presences and Your Job—Safeguarding Your Online Activities to Protect Your Employment (K–12)
Saturday September 21, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am MDT
Ballroom C
Increasingly teachers are facing employment discipline resulting from their use of school computers, laptops, internet connections and cellphones. Also, teachers' posting on their own computers on such social networking sites as Facebook, Twitter or blogs are increasingly facing employer disciplinary action. Integration and use of electronic media and communication in classrooms can present some unique opportunities together with some employment risks. How do teachers use these technologies without jeopardizing their career? This session will also look at cyberharassment or cyberlibel directed at teachers by students or parents and the steps to take in these circumstances.
Speakers
T
Saturday September 21, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am MDT
Ballroom C
  Hot Topics for Professionals, Division I, II, III and IV

10:30am MDT

Unlock the Potential with new.LearnAlberta.ca (K–6)
Saturday September 21, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am MDT
Piesporter (Room 5)
Did you know you can do 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 see how to view a scope and sequence, find sample lesson plans, explore professional learning supports, and learn how to use Boards, a teacher planning tool.
Speakers
KH
Saturday September 21, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am MDT
Piesporter (Room 5)
  Hot Topics for Professionals, Division I and II |   Curriculum Pedagogy, Division I and II

10:30am MDT

Recognizing and Addressing Anxiety in Schools (K–12)
Saturday September 21, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am MDT
Medoc (Room 14)
Teachers are increasingly challenged to support individuals with all levels of anxiety and related behaviours. This workshop will provide information about the most common anxiety disorders, examine how these disorders impact people, and provide participants with strategies to help support those affected cope and manage.
Speakers
T
Saturday September 21, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am MDT
Medoc (Room 14)
  Inclusive Education, Division I, II, III and IV

10:30am MDT

Teaching on a Hutterite Colony in Alberta (K–12)
Saturday September 21, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am MDT
Chivas (Room 4)
Are you looking for a unique and rewarding teaching career, right here in Alberta? Have you ever wanted to teach in a one-room school. Come and learn about the opportunity to teach in one of Alberta's growing number of Hutterite Colonies. Learn about the Hutterites, who they are, about their culture, and some history. How to organize and operate a multi-multi-grade classroom. Get some resources to help navigate getting through the curriculum.
Speakers
LT
Saturday September 21, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am MDT
Chivas (Room 4)
  Inclusive Education, Division I, II, III and IV |   Language Arts, Division I, II, III and IV |   Math, Division I, II, III and IV |   Science, Division I, II, III and IV |   Social Studies, Division I, II, III and IV

10:30am MDT

Braiding Indigenous Content Into the Classroom (K–12)
Saturday September 21, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am MDT
Cognac (Room 15)
Explore the art of braiding Indigenous content into your classroom to cultivate a sense of belonging for every learner. While incorporating Indigenous perspectives into your daily lessons may seem daunting, it holds the potential to profoundly influence students' sense of belonging. Studies reveal that students who feel connected to their learning environment excel academically and exhibit higher levels of engagement. In this session, delve into diverse strategies for effortlessly braiding Indigenous content into your curriculum, guided by the wisdom of an elder and the experiences of a seasoned teacher. Discover how this approach can empower all students in your future classrooms to embark on a transformative journey towards reconciliation.
Speakers
GV
Saturday September 21, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am MDT
Cognac (Room 15)
  Indigenous Education, Division I, II, III and IV

10:30am MDT

Secondary English Survival Guide (7-12)
Saturday September 21, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am MDT
Beaujolias (Room 10)
In this session, participants will discover how to leverage annotation and discussion techniques to deepen student understanding and appreciation of literature. We will share strategies for selecting engaging representational texts that resonate with students. Through hands-on activities and group discussions, attendees will gain practical insights into fostering meaningful classroom dialogue and critical thinking skills.
Speakers
OW
Saturday September 21, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am MDT
Beaujolias (Room 10)
  Language Arts, Division I and II

10:30am MDT

Mathematics—All Are Welcome! All Belong! (K-12)
Saturday September 21, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am MDT
Madeira (Room 7)
Did you get the delightful task to teach mathematics to students?  Does the word "fractions" frighten you?  Are you worried that you might struggle with teaching mathematics and meeting the diverse needs of your students?  This session is for you!!! Whether you are teaching Grade 1 counting or Grade 12 calculus, come and learn some high leverage strategies that will allow all your young mathematicians to flourish! We will work on some intriguing and enjoyable problems, share some ways to reach the edges of your classroom and end with the power of visualization in math class.

Be ready to see math come alive and experience a truly joyful math class.
Speakers
avatar for Dave Martin

Dave Martin

Mathematics Council
Dave Martin has a Masters of Mathematics, a Degree in Education, and a love for prime numbers. He has been teaching for 12 years, during which time, he was nominated for Teacher of Excellence in Alberta, has spoken across North America, and has successfully removed grades in most... Read More →
Saturday September 21, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am MDT
Madeira (Room 7)
  Mathematics, Division I, II, III and IV

10:30am MDT

Student Led Learning with 5 Minute Field Trips—How to make time for fun and games in any classroom! (K–12)
Saturday September 21, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am MDT
Chianti (Room 6)
Who doesn’t enjoy playing games and running activities with their classes? As teachers and instructors, these games and activities can not only be the highlight of a student’s day in school but serve meaningful and powerful purposes behind the scenes. Team building activities help create positive group norms, foster a sense of community and inclusive social climates, and get work done in fun, cooperative ways. Without even knowing, when classes take part in these activities, they are teaching risk management, basic skill development, impart knowledge and allow for a meaningful wellness break. Skilled instructors will know that these skills are often accomplished all at the same time, without the participants (students) even knowing that they are learning it! We will go through a variety of games, activities and resources to get your students outdoors, active and leading the way! Why wait for a PE class that might only be a few days a week!
Speakers
CR
Saturday September 21, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am MDT
Chianti (Room 6)
  Physical Education, Division I, II, III and IV |   Outdoor Education, Division I, II, III and IV

11:45am MDT

LUNCH
Saturday September 21, 2024 11:45am - 1:00pm MDT
Ballroom A/B
Saturday September 21, 2024 11:45am - 1:00pm MDT
Ballroom A/B
  Meals and Breaks

1:00pm MDT

CLOSING AND PRIZES
Saturday September 21, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm MDT
Ballroom A/B
Speakers
avatar for Nancy Luyckfassel

Nancy Luyckfassel

Coordinator, Professional Development, The Alberta Teachers' Association
Nancy is a teacher, wanderer and wonderer, with 31 years of experience that includes: 7 schools, 4 towns, courses in grades K–12, roles as Assistant Principal and Principal and 8 years at the ATA. Nancy comes from a small farming community and that upbringing instilled in her values... Read More →
Saturday September 21, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm MDT
Ballroom A/B
  Closing and Prizes
 
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