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Tuesday, August 27
 

8:30am MDT

Registration and Check in (All participants, please register for this session)
Tuesday August 27, 2024 8:30am - 9:00am MDT
St. Brendan Foyer
Please join us to get checked in for the day, and we will also enjoy a light breakfast with a chance to recharge and reconnect with colleagues!
Tuesday August 27, 2024 8:30am - 9:00am MDT
St. Brendan Foyer
  Check In, Grade 7-12

9:00am MDT

Career Options for our students. What options that aren't the norm for our students?
Tuesday August 27, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am MDT
Room 220
Come learn about low cost (Almost No Cost) options for our students Post-High School.  Learn about training through Union Halls, Less commonly known Post-Secondaries, Direct to Work, Certifications, and the like.  What careers aren't the first ones we think of?  and most importantly, how do we help our students learn 
Speakers
avatar for Philip Scott

Philip Scott

Curriculum Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Philip Scott has been in Education for over 20 years (well, closer to 30 now), proving that teachers don't get to fully graduate! In his current role as a consultant with Edmonton Catholic as a Careers Specialist, he's constantly juggling opportunities to support staff and students... Read More →
Tuesday August 27, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am MDT
Room 220
  Career/Work Experience, Grade 10-12

9:00am MDT

Introduction to Teaching CTF
Tuesday August 27, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am MDT
Room 206
Are you new to teaching CTF? This session will help to support you and will introduce you to the subject area and its programming, safety, and assessment considerations. Bring your questions and connect with CTF colleagues and the consultants, Megan and Daniel.
Speakers
avatar for Megan Yakimets

Megan Yakimets

CTF/CTS Consultant, Learning Services, ECSD
Megan enjoys supporting ECSD teachers and students through her role as CTF/CTS consultant.  She has taught a variety of subject areas including Fashion Studies, Foods, Comm. Tech., Math, English, WIN, Art, and Religion.  Please feel free to contact Megan via division email.
avatar for Daniel Paquin

Daniel Paquin

CTF/CTS Consultant, Learning Services, ECSD
Daniel has taught physics and electro-technologies with ECSD for over 10 years. He now supports CTF and CTS programming across the Division in his role as consultant. Please feel free to contact Daniel through Division email.
Tuesday August 27, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am MDT
Room 206
  CTF/CTS, Grade 7-12

9:00am MDT

Innovate, Educate, Elevate: Transform Planning and Teaching by Leveraging Artificial Intelligence
Tuesday August 27, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am MDT
Room 212
Session Materials
Step into the future of education with our immersive professional development session focused on harnessing the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the classroom. Through interactive discussions and hands-on activities with colleagues, we will explore practical ways for educators to leverage AI tools, prompts and resources to build your teaching toolkit. Together, we will unlock the potential of AI to program using backward design, personalize learning, be an example and idea generator, lesson planning, and much much more! Get ready to unleash the future of education and embark on a journey of limitless possibilities with AI at your side!
Speakers
avatar for Joel Kristiansen

Joel Kristiansen

Emerging Technology Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Joel is part of the Emerging Technology team at Edmonton Catholic Schools. Joel has worked in ECSD for over a decade, spending most of his time in K-9 schools teaching design, robotics, and collaborating with teachers to integrate makerspaces into their subject area.
avatar for Alyson Gabucci

Alyson Gabucci

Curriculum and Assessment Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Alyson Gabucci is an Assessment & Reporting consultant at Edmonton Catholic Schools. She is passionate about eating, mainly salty carbohydrates, working out because of those salty carbohydrates, and you can often find her with her nose in a book either learning more about assessment... Read More →
avatar for Kiara Smyth

Kiara Smyth

Curriculum and Assessment Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Kiara is passionate about assessment and getting students engaged in the process of learning!  With a high school humanities background, she also loves to talk literature and current events.  Outside of work, her favourite activity is traveling the world, but when she's closer to... Read More →
Tuesday August 27, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am MDT
Room 212
  EmTech/Assessment, Grade 7-12

9:00am MDT

Students coming from NEW G6 Math curriculum... What to expect?
Tuesday August 27, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am MDT
Room 161
This session is tailored to grade 7 math teachers. In this session, we will explore Alberta Education's NEW grade 6 math curriculum to gain a comprehensive understanding of the outcomes and pedagogical philosophy of the curriculum to effectively prepare students for the transition to grade 7. We will explore the continuity between the programs of study and identify areas of overlap to ensure a smooth transition for students, addressing any potential gaps in understanding. 
Speakers
avatar for Darin Trufyn

Darin Trufyn

Curriculum Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Darin, part of the Secondary Math team within Edmonton Catholic Schools is passionate about all things spatial. Throughout his 26 years at ECSD, he's loved supporting students and teachers in the age old question, was mathematics invented or discovered?
avatar for Connor Renshaw

Connor Renshaw

Curriculum Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Connor is a secondary Math consultant with Edmonton Catholic Schools. He has 15 years experience teaching mathematics in grades 5 to 12 within ECSD's French Immersion programs. Connor's passion for education falls in exploring new pedagogical strategies to engage students in the beauty... Read More →
Tuesday August 27, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am MDT
Room 161
  Mathematics, Grade 7-9

9:00am MDT

New to High School? Setting up for Success in September
Tuesday August 27, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am MDT
Room 222
Join us for a tailored professional learning session designed for beginning teachers and novice educators new to high school. Explore essential topics including classroom organization, establishing effective routines and procedures, and fostering positive relationships with students. Come prepared with your questions!
Speakers
avatar for Monica Posteraro

Monica Posteraro

Science Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Monica is Edmonton Catholic School Division's Secondary Science Consultant with over 15 years of experience teaching Chemistry 20-30. Her multimodal teaching strategies boost student engagement, understanding and achievement; a catalyst for scientific curiosity!
avatar for Susie Sirman

Susie Sirman

Edmonton Catholic Schools
Susie is one of Edmonton Catholic School Division's Secondary Science Consultant with extensive experience teaching all four disciplines of Science.  She is passionate about getting kids excited about science and helping them to achieve success, particularly if they have struggled... Read More →
Tuesday August 27, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am MDT
Room 222
  New To, Grade 7-12

9:00am MDT

Collaborative Games
Tuesday August 27, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am MDT
St. Brendan Large Gym
Session Materials
Be September ready by enhancing team-building, communication, and problem-solving skills through engaging and interactive collaborative games. Participants will work together to achieve common goals using various types of equipment.
Speakers
avatar for Brett Barron

Brett Barron

Physical Education and Wellness Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Brett has been a teacher for over 15 years with experience in elementary, junior high, and high school Health and Physical Education classrooms. Currently he serves the larger community as the Health and Physical Education consultant for Edmonton Catholic School Division. His teaching... Read More →
Tuesday August 27, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am MDT
St. Brendan Large Gym
  PEW, Grade 7-12

9:00am MDT

Introduction to High School Religion: Go and Make Disciples
Tuesday August 27, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am MDT
Room 226
Come and learn about High School Religion! This session will provide you will a comprehensive overview of the Go and Make Disciples Program of Studies (RS 15-35), the Scope and Sequence, and Assessment. We will look at ways to engage your students through UDL, movie clips, journal entries and more.  
Speakers
avatar for Susanna Kaup

Susanna Kaup

Secondary Religious Education Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
I have been an educator for 29 years, and I have spent most of that career as a classroom teacher. For the past 6 years, I have been privileged to be the Secondary Religious Education Curriculum Consultant. Throughout this, I have worked diligently to bring more clarity to the importance... Read More →
Tuesday August 27, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am MDT
Room 226
  Religious Studies, Grade 10-12

9:00am MDT

New to Junior High Social Studies
Tuesday August 27, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am MDT
Room 230
In this session, teachers will get an overview of Social Studies in the junior high classroom.  We will look at unit and year planning, assessment practices, class routines, UDL strategies, and general advice on starting your Social Studies journey with your students.
Speakers
avatar for Chris Manderscheid

Chris Manderscheid

Junior High Social Studies Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Chris has been working with ECSD for 21 years and has a wealth of experience in Social Studies at the junior and senior high school levels.  As the new Junior High Social Studies consultant, he is ready to help you bring out the best in your teaching and your students' learning... Read More →
Tuesday August 27, 2024 9:00am - 10:15am MDT
Room 230
  Social Studies, Grade 7-9

10:30am MDT

Introduction to Teaching CTS
Tuesday August 27, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am MDT
Room 206
Are you new to teaching CTS? This session will help to support you and will introduce you to the subject area and its programming, safety, and assessment considerations. Bring your questions and connect with CTS colleagues and the consultants, Megan and Daniel.
Speakers
avatar for Megan Yakimets

Megan Yakimets

CTF/CTS Consultant, Learning Services, ECSD
Megan enjoys supporting ECSD teachers and students through her role as CTF/CTS consultant.  She has taught a variety of subject areas including Fashion Studies, Foods, Comm. Tech., Math, English, WIN, Art, and Religion.  Please feel free to contact Megan via division email.
avatar for Daniel Paquin

Daniel Paquin

CTF/CTS Consultant, Learning Services, ECSD
Daniel has taught physics and electro-technologies with ECSD for over 10 years. He now supports CTF and CTS programming across the Division in his role as consultant. Please feel free to contact Daniel through Division email.
Tuesday August 27, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am MDT
Room 206
  CTF/CTS, Grade 10-12

10:30am MDT

New to Junior High English Language Arts
Tuesday August 27, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am MDT
Room 205
Session Materials
This session will provide an overview to teaching Junior High English Language Arts including tips on creating units, assessment practices, classroom routines as well as implementing Universal Design for Learning in your planning and practice.
Speakers
avatar for Carolyn Fenrich

Carolyn Fenrich

Curriculum Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Carolyn is a book obsessed, nature loving teacher who is excited to share her passion for Junior High English Language with everyone.
Tuesday August 27, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am MDT
Room 205
  ELA, Grade 7-9

10:30am MDT

Portfolio Power-Up: Create Engaging Learning Portfolios with SpacesEDU!
Tuesday August 27, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am MDT
Room 212
Session Materials
In this session, we'll explore the purpose and benefits of a learning portfolio, and provide practical advice and inspiration for creating one that works for your teaching style. We'll discuss what a learning portfolio is, why it's important, and how you can organize it effectively. You'll have the opportunity to see how SpacesEDU, an online portfolio works, and how to set up your own account . By the end of the session, you'll have the tools to get started on creating learning portfolios with your students, tailored to their unique learning style and goals.
Speakers
avatar for Joel Kristiansen

Joel Kristiansen

Emerging Technology Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Joel is part of the Emerging Technology team at Edmonton Catholic Schools. Joel has worked in ECSD for over a decade, spending most of his time in K-9 schools teaching design, robotics, and collaborating with teachers to integrate makerspaces into their subject area.
avatar for Alyson Gabucci

Alyson Gabucci

Curriculum and Assessment Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Alyson Gabucci is an Assessment & Reporting consultant at Edmonton Catholic Schools. She is passionate about eating, mainly salty carbohydrates, working out because of those salty carbohydrates, and you can often find her with her nose in a book either learning more about assessment... Read More →
avatar for Kiara Smyth

Kiara Smyth

Curriculum and Assessment Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Kiara is passionate about assessment and getting students engaged in the process of learning!  With a high school humanities background, she also loves to talk literature and current events.  Outside of work, her favourite activity is traveling the world, but when she's closer to... Read More →
Tuesday August 27, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am MDT
Room 212
  EmTech/Assessment, Grade 7-12

10:30am MDT

The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) and the DELE (Diploma de español como lengua extranjera): two valuable tools for assessing your proficiency in Spanish
Tuesday August 27, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am MDT
Room 220
In this session, we will review the components and levels of the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) and explore how we can use it as a benchmark tool for our students. Additionally, we will examine the components of the DELE (Diploma de español como lengua extranjera). We’ll also allocate time to review samples and practice the oral component. Our hope is that becoming familiar with the DELE will encourage teachers to consider it as a valuable resource for linguistic growth in the upcoming school year
Speakers
avatar for Andres SanchezFernandez

Andres SanchezFernandez

International Languages Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Andrés is the International Languages Consultant at ECSD. Born and raised in a small town by the Camino de Santiago, he is passionate about languages and has worked in schools in three different countries. He likes going for walks with family and friends, playing musical instruments... Read More →
Tuesday August 27, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am MDT
Room 220
  Languages, Grade 7-12

10:30am MDT

New to Junior High Mathematics
Tuesday August 27, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am MDT
Room 161
This session is designed for teachers new to junior high math. Participants will have an opportunity to network with peers, engage in problem-solving experiences, and discover valuable supports to enhance their planning and content delivery. 
Speakers
avatar for Darin Trufyn

Darin Trufyn

Curriculum Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Darin, part of the Secondary Math team within Edmonton Catholic Schools is passionate about all things spatial. Throughout his 26 years at ECSD, he's loved supporting students and teachers in the age old question, was mathematics invented or discovered?
avatar for Connor Renshaw

Connor Renshaw

Curriculum Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Connor is a secondary Math consultant with Edmonton Catholic Schools. He has 15 years experience teaching mathematics in grades 5 to 12 within ECSD's French Immersion programs. Connor's passion for education falls in exploring new pedagogical strategies to engage students in the beauty... Read More →
Tuesday August 27, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am MDT
Room 161
  Mathematics, Grade 7-9

10:30am MDT

New to Junior High? Setting up for Success in September
Tuesday August 27, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am MDT
Room 222
Join us for a tailored professional learning session designed for beginning teachers and novice educators new to junior high. Explore essential topics including classroom organization, establishing effective routines and procedures, and fostering positive relationships with students. Come prepared with your questions!
Speakers
avatar for Monica Posteraro

Monica Posteraro

Science Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Monica is Edmonton Catholic School Division's Secondary Science Consultant with over 15 years of experience teaching Chemistry 20-30. Her multimodal teaching strategies boost student engagement, understanding and achievement; a catalyst for scientific curiosity!
Tuesday August 27, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am MDT
Room 222
  New To, Grade 7-9

10:30am MDT

Best of the Best: Wide Games
Tuesday August 27, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am MDT
St. Brendan Large Gym
Session Materials
Wide games are large-scale outdoor activities involving teams, designed to promote teamwork, strategic thinking, and physical activity. Come join the fun for the best selection of large scale games that can accomodate large numbers of students.  
Speakers
avatar for Brett Barron

Brett Barron

Physical Education and Wellness Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Brett has been a teacher for over 15 years with experience in elementary, junior high, and high school Health and Physical Education classrooms. Currently he serves the larger community as the Health and Physical Education consultant for Edmonton Catholic School Division. His teaching... Read More →
Tuesday August 27, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am MDT
St. Brendan Large Gym
  PEW, Grade 7-12

10:30am MDT

Introduction to Grades 7 - 8 Religion: Growing in Faith, Growing in Christ
Tuesday August 27, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am MDT
Room 226
Come and learn about grade 7 - 8 Growing in Faith, Growing in Christ! This session will provide you will a comprehensive overview of the resources - both student text and teacher resource, assessment, stories, unit inquiry tasks and more. 
Speakers
avatar for Susanna Kaup

Susanna Kaup

Secondary Religious Education Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
I have been an educator for 29 years, and I have spent most of that career as a classroom teacher. For the past 6 years, I have been privileged to be the Secondary Religious Education Curriculum Consultant. Throughout this, I have worked diligently to bring more clarity to the importance... Read More →
Tuesday August 27, 2024 10:30am - 11:45am MDT
Room 226
  Religious Studies, Grade 7-9

11:45am MDT

Lunch (Please register if you are planning on joining us!)
Tuesday August 27, 2024 11:45am - 12:30pm MDT
St. Brendan Catholic School
Lunch is provided for anyone who registers for this session.  Please bring your lawn chair and join us across the street at Ottewell Park.  Be sure to fill out dietary restrictions in the registration.

(If the weather is poor, we will eat in the gym)
Tuesday August 27, 2024 11:45am - 12:30pm MDT
St. Brendan Catholic School
  Lunch

12:00pm MDT

Careers Training Alternative: Unions! At Pipefitters Union Hall
Tuesday August 27, 2024 12:00pm - 3:15pm MDT
Pipefitters Union Hall
Welcome everyone! Have you ever wondered what exciting opportunities exist for your students beyond the classroom?

Today, we're getting an inside look at the Boilermaker's (146) Hall! Imagine a place where sparks fly, steel bends to the will of skilled hands, and every weld tells a story. That's right – today, you're not just attendees; you're honorary boilermakers-in-training! You’ll get a tour of the facility,, join in a hands-on activity, and dive into a presentation and Q&A session.

This is the perfect chance to explore how this trade can benefit your students. Put on your safety goggles, and let's discover some amazing possibilities for our students!

Session is at 15330-114 Ave NW Edmonton, Alberta- From 12:00 - 3:15 pm. 
Speakers
avatar for Philip Scott

Philip Scott

Curriculum Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Philip Scott has been in Education for over 20 years (well, closer to 30 now), proving that teachers don't get to fully graduate! In his current role as a consultant with Edmonton Catholic as a Careers Specialist, he's constantly juggling opportunities to support staff and students... Read More →
Tuesday August 27, 2024 12:00pm - 3:15pm MDT
Pipefitters Union Hall
  Career/Work Experience, Grade 7-12

12:30pm MDT

CTF/CTS Drop-In Session
Tuesday August 27, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
Room 206
Do you have questions related to CTF/CTS? Would you like to chat about what's happening in this area? Are you looking for help planning for your CTF/CTS courses? Join the CTF/CTS consultants, Megan and Daniel, for a chance to discuss all things CTF/CTS.
Speakers
avatar for Megan Yakimets

Megan Yakimets

CTF/CTS Consultant, Learning Services, ECSD
Megan enjoys supporting ECSD teachers and students through her role as CTF/CTS consultant.  She has taught a variety of subject areas including Fashion Studies, Foods, Comm. Tech., Math, English, WIN, Art, and Religion.  Please feel free to contact Megan via division email.
avatar for Daniel Paquin

Daniel Paquin

CTF/CTS Consultant, Learning Services, ECSD
Daniel has taught physics and electro-technologies with ECSD for over 10 years. He now supports CTF and CTS programming across the Division in his role as consultant. Please feel free to contact Daniel through Division email.
Tuesday August 27, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
Room 206
  CTF/CTS, Grade 7-12

12:30pm MDT

Supporting EAL Success Through Benchmarks 2.0
Tuesday August 27, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
Room 222
Session Materials
In this session, we will explore the new EAL Benchmarks 2.0 to design and implement practical UDL strategies and approaches across subject-areas to support English as an Additional Language learners. Join us as we move beyond language obstacles and build bridges to equitable and culturally responsive learning experiences. Please note: Planning will be done using the new Benchmarks 2.0 indicators.
Speakers
avatar for Jacquie Werstiuk

Jacquie Werstiuk

Secondary EAL Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
A passionate pupil of all things language, Jacquie has over 30 years of teaching and learning experience. She enjoys time with family, yoga and music!
avatar for Vanessa Gavin

Vanessa Gavin

Secondary EAL Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Vanessa Gavin is an EAL Consultant with Edmonton Catholic Schools. She has a background in teaching junior high and high school math and science, which has given her a unique perspective on language learning potential across different content areas. Vanessa believes in empowering... Read More →
avatar for Devin Austin

Devin Austin

Elementary EAL Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Devin Austin, a forward-thinking K-12 Elementary EAL consultant with Edmonton Catholic Schools, sharing his skills in diverse capacities since 2011. He loves globe-trotting, keeping abreast of the newest tech innovations, and moments with his family. Devin is deeply committed to enhancing... Read More →
Tuesday August 27, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
Room 222
  EAL, Grade 7-12

12:30pm MDT

Effectively Addressing Racial Slurs
Tuesday August 27, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
Room 232
Session Materials
In the many culturally diverse classrooms in ECSD, teachers and school staff face the critical responsibility of addressing racial slurs, homophobic slurs, and derogatory language with sensitivity and effectiveness. This session is created with junior and senior high school teachers seeking practical strategies to navigate and respond to this type of language within their school communities.
Speakers
avatar for Fitzroy Ford

Fitzroy Ford

EDIAR Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
As the EDIAR Consultant my goal is to make the uncomfortable comfortable, to open the circle wider, and to help us feel good about doing this much needed good work.
Tuesday August 27, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
Room 232
  EDIAR, Grade 7-12

12:30pm MDT

New to Grade 9 English Language Arts
Tuesday August 27, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
Room 205
This session will provide an overview to teaching Grade 9 English Language Arts, with a special focus on achieving success on the PAT, including tips on creating units, assessment practices, classroom routines as well as implementing Universal Design for Learning in your planning and practice
Speakers
avatar for Carolyn Fenrich

Carolyn Fenrich

Curriculum Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Carolyn is a book obsessed, nature loving teacher who is excited to share her passion for Junior High English Language with everyone.
Tuesday August 27, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
Room 205
  ELA, Grade 7-9

12:30pm MDT

Boosting Engagement & Accessibility to the Curriculum for ALL Learners
Tuesday August 27, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
Room 212
Session Materials
Join us for an exciting professional development session focused on boosting student engagement and accessibility to the curriculum through the use of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and digital tools. This session is designed specifically for junior and senior high teachers looking to enhance their teaching strategies and empower their students to succeed. You will explore the principles of UDL and learn how to incorporate them into your lessons using a variety of digital tools. By the end of this session, you will have the skills and resources necessary to create engaging and accessible learning experiences for all of your students. Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your teaching to the next level!
Speakers
avatar for Joel Kristiansen

Joel Kristiansen

Emerging Technology Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Joel is part of the Emerging Technology team at Edmonton Catholic Schools. Joel has worked in ECSD for over a decade, spending most of his time in K-9 schools teaching design, robotics, and collaborating with teachers to integrate makerspaces into their subject area.
Tuesday August 27, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
Room 212
  EmTech

12:30pm MDT

JH Math Planning Support (Drop-in Session)
Tuesday August 27, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
Room 161
This session is tailored for new teachers or those teachers new to junior high mathematics. These drop-in sessions provide participants the opportunity to come and meet the consultants, ask any questions they may have, and learn about the many SharePoint documents that can be used to effectively prepare for their new role.
Speakers
avatar for Darin Trufyn

Darin Trufyn

Curriculum Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Darin, part of the Secondary Math team within Edmonton Catholic Schools is passionate about all things spatial. Throughout his 26 years at ECSD, he's loved supporting students and teachers in the age old question, was mathematics invented or discovered?
avatar for Connor Renshaw

Connor Renshaw

Curriculum Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Connor is a secondary Math consultant with Edmonton Catholic Schools. He has 15 years experience teaching mathematics in grades 5 to 12 within ECSD's French Immersion programs. Connor's passion for education falls in exploring new pedagogical strategies to engage students in the beauty... Read More →
Tuesday August 27, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
Room 161
  Mathematics, Grade 7-9

12:30pm MDT

You.Fo
Tuesday August 27, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
St. Brendan Large Gym
YOU.FO is an innovative game based on throwing an aerodynamic ring with a specially designed stick over distances of 10-30 meters. This territory and invasion game combines aspects of ultimate frisbee and lacrosse in a non contact and continuous movement experience.  
Speakers
avatar for Brett Barron

Brett Barron

Physical Education and Wellness Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Brett has been a teacher for over 15 years with experience in elementary, junior high, and high school Health and Physical Education classrooms. Currently he serves the larger community as the Health and Physical Education consultant for Edmonton Catholic School Division. His teaching... Read More →
Tuesday August 27, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
St. Brendan Large Gym
  PEW, Grade 7-12

12:30pm MDT

Using TI Calculators in JH Science
Tuesday August 27, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
Room 226
In this session, we will explore how graphing calculators can be utilized in junior high science. You will have the opportunity to try out the calculators as you code to navigate around Mars for Grade 9, measure light intensity for Grade 8, and use temperature probe ware for Grade 7.
Speakers
avatar for Matt Gunderson

Matt Gunderson

Science Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Matt is part of the secondary science crew, he's into science, outdoors, and the Seahawks too. But when the sun sets and the day is through, he's with The Lumineers finding a rhythm that's true.
Tuesday August 27, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
Room 226
  Science, Grade 7-9

12:30pm MDT

Integrating Technology and AI in Junior High Social Studies
Tuesday August 27, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
Room 230
This session will explore the use of technology in fostering the Universal Design for Learning guidelines of engagement, representation, and expression in your classroom.  Participants will learn about various web-based applications for teacher and student use, as well as practical uses of AI to assist in your planning, teaching, and assessment practices.  Please bring a charged Chromebook/Laptop to this session.
Speakers
avatar for Chris Manderscheid

Chris Manderscheid

Junior High Social Studies Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Chris has been working with ECSD for 21 years and has a wealth of experience in Social Studies at the junior and senior high school levels.  As the new Junior High Social Studies consultant, he is ready to help you bring out the best in your teaching and your students' learning... Read More →
Tuesday August 27, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm MDT
Room 230
  Social Studies, Grade 7-9

12:30pm MDT

Half-Day FSL and Language & Culture Collaboration Session
Tuesday August 27, 2024 12:30pm - 3:15pm MDT
Room 220
Session Materials
Welcome back to FSL and Language & Culture! In this half-day collaborative session, we will explore enhancing engagement and authenticity through key resources, planning and assessment and supporting EAL learners in FSL. Let's bring the fun back into the Languages classroom!
Speakers
avatar for Amy Leavitt

Amy Leavitt

French as a Second Language Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Amy is the "one and only" French as a Second Language consultant at ECSD. A runner and self-proclaimed "language nerd" who has studied 6 languages, Amy loves to share her passion of language learning with others. She is thrilled to continue bringing her smalltown, farm girl spunk... Read More →
avatar for Vanessa Gavin

Vanessa Gavin

Secondary EAL Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Vanessa Gavin is an EAL Consultant with Edmonton Catholic Schools. She has a background in teaching junior high and high school math and science, which has given her a unique perspective on language learning potential across different content areas. Vanessa believes in empowering... Read More →
Tuesday August 27, 2024 12:30pm - 3:15pm MDT
Room 220
  Languages, Grade 7-12

2:00pm MDT

CTF/CTS Drop-In Session
Tuesday August 27, 2024 2:00pm - 3:15pm MDT
Room 206
Do you have questions related to CTF/CTS? Would you like to chat about what's happening in this area? Are you looking for help planning for your CTF/CTS courses? Join the CTF/CTS consultants, Megan and Daniel, for a chance to discuss all things CTF/CTS.
Speakers
avatar for Megan Yakimets

Megan Yakimets

CTF/CTS Consultant, Learning Services, ECSD
Megan enjoys supporting ECSD teachers and students through her role as CTF/CTS consultant.  She has taught a variety of subject areas including Fashion Studies, Foods, Comm. Tech., Math, English, WIN, Art, and Religion.  Please feel free to contact Megan via division email.
avatar for Daniel Paquin

Daniel Paquin

CTF/CTS Consultant, Learning Services, ECSD
Daniel has taught physics and electro-technologies with ECSD for over 10 years. He now supports CTF and CTS programming across the Division in his role as consultant. Please feel free to contact Daniel through Division email.
Tuesday August 27, 2024 2:00pm - 3:15pm MDT
Room 206
  CTF/CTS, Grade 7-12

2:00pm MDT

Culturally Responsive Teaching in a Secondary Classroom
Tuesday August 27, 2024 2:00pm - 3:15pm MDT
Room 232
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In this session, we will delve into the essential concepts of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, Anti-Racism (EDIAR), and Culturally Responsive Teaching (CRT) to empower educators with practical strategies for their classrooms. As the educational landscape continues to evolve, fostering inclusive environments and addressing systemic barriers are paramount.
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Fitzroy Ford

EDIAR Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
As the EDIAR Consultant my goal is to make the uncomfortable comfortable, to open the circle wider, and to help us feel good about doing this much needed good work.
Tuesday August 27, 2024 2:00pm - 3:15pm MDT
Room 232
  EDIAR, Grade 7-12

2:00pm MDT

Effective and Efficient Feedback in Junior High English Language Arts
Tuesday August 27, 2024 2:00pm - 3:15pm MDT
Room 205
Come discuss the fine balance between giving productive feedback that students can use and managing teacher workload. Explore strategies to empower students to take ownership of the feedback process, ultimately saving you time. Additionally, consider the role that reflection and metacognition play in internalizing feedback.
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Carolyn Fenrich

Curriculum Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Carolyn is a book obsessed, nature loving teacher who is excited to share her passion for Junior High English Language with everyone.
Tuesday August 27, 2024 2:00pm - 3:15pm MDT
Room 205
  ELA, Grade 7-9

2:00pm MDT

JH Math Planning Support (Drop-in Session)
Tuesday August 27, 2024 2:00pm - 3:15pm MDT
Room 161
This session is tailored for new teachers or those teachers new to junior high mathematics. These drop-in sessions provide participants the opportunity to come and meet the consultants, ask any questions they may have, and learn about the many SharePoint documents that can be used to effectively prepare for their new role.
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Darin Trufyn

Curriculum Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Darin, part of the Secondary Math team within Edmonton Catholic Schools is passionate about all things spatial. Throughout his 26 years at ECSD, he's loved supporting students and teachers in the age old question, was mathematics invented or discovered?
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Connor Renshaw

Curriculum Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Connor is a secondary Math consultant with Edmonton Catholic Schools. He has 15 years experience teaching mathematics in grades 5 to 12 within ECSD's French Immersion programs. Connor's passion for education falls in exploring new pedagogical strategies to engage students in the beauty... Read More →
Tuesday August 27, 2024 2:00pm - 3:15pm MDT
Room 161
  Mathematics, Grade 7-9

2:00pm MDT

Collaborative Exchange for Junior High Social Studies Teachers
Tuesday August 27, 2024 2:00pm - 3:15pm MDT
Room 230
This session provides an opportunity for educators to come together, collaborate, and share innovative teaching strategies, ideas, and resources from their own practice.  Participants will leave with new resources and approaches to engage students and enhance learning outcomes- the more teachers that attend, the more sharing we can do!  Please bring a charged device with access to files and resources that you would be willing to share.
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Chris Manderscheid

Junior High Social Studies Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Chris has been working with ECSD for 21 years and has a wealth of experience in Social Studies at the junior and senior high school levels.  As the new Junior High Social Studies consultant, he is ready to help you bring out the best in your teaching and your students' learning... Read More →
Tuesday August 27, 2024 2:00pm - 3:15pm MDT
Room 230
  Social Studies, Grade 7-9
 
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