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Thursday, February 24
 

11:00am MST

30D Winning at the Money Game
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An overview of various strategies and resources available to middle income families that are not well-known to the majority of Canadians. We will describe and provide examples of savings environments such as: RRSP's, Tax free Savings Accounts, Permanent Tax Shelters and others.
Speakers
MO

Mike Ong-Padilla

Mike Ong-Padilla: Exiting the O&G industry due the pandemic, Mike turned the twin career of educating people in financial literacy into a fulltime career. Married with 3 kids he felt that there had to be more that could be done to get ahead. Being introduced to Susan, he and his family... Read More →
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Susan Farrell

Senior Marketing Director, World Financial Group
Susan Farrell:After a successful career as a teacher, curriculum writer, professional development facilitator and principal, Susan Farrell has been teaching people how money works for the last 11 years. When she and her husband encountered unexpected university costs for their two... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 11:00am - 11:45am MST
Zoom Room 81
  Professional Issues (TQS 6) [emerging topics - teacher career retirement wellness], ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

11:00am MST

30D Simple Practices for a Joyful Retirement
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Five years ago, Danny retired on his teachers’ pension and learned some simple habits which created joy and purpose in his life. He discovered how these routines are centered on research-based principles which are essential for motivation and wellness. Learn about these tried-and-true principles which generate meaning and fulfillment in retirement. Come laugh, relax, and arm yourself with understanding and strategies for creating a wonderful, joyful retirement.
Moderators
MR

Marcy Rogers (Moderator)

PDTCA Board Member

Speakers
avatar for Danny Bateman

Danny Bateman

Dan is currently an instructor at Concordia University of Edmonton in the Faculty of Education. As an experienced and esteemed public speaker, he delivers teaching strategies and inspiration using entertaining experiences and actionable content. He has delivered hundreds of successful... Read More →

Joyful Retirement Worksheet docx
Thursday February 24, 2022 11:00am - 11:45am MST
Zoom Room 79
  Professional Issues (TQS 6) [emerging topics - teacher career retirement wellness], ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12) |   Health & Wellness (TQS 3), ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

11:00am MST

! Sick Leave
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This session covers the definition of sick leave, what is acceptable medical documentation for your school division, what is the effect of an evergreen clause, monitoring board practices, and the principles of privacy legislation.
Speakers
avatar for Myra Rybotycki

Myra Rybotycki

Executive Staff Officer, Teacher Employment Services, Alberta Teachers' Association
Myra Rybotycki is an Executive Staff Officer with the Alberta Teachers’ Association. In addition to her role in collective bargaining within Teacher Employment Services, Myra acts as the Association’s Pension Expert and delivers pension, retirement and financial wellness education... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 11:00am - 12:00pm MST
ATA Staff Session
  Professional Issues (TQS 6) [emerging topics - teacher career retirement wellness], ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

1:00pm MST

** The BEST version of YOU
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During this energetic presentation, you will gain practical strategies and effective supports to help you discover and maintain a healthier lifestyle. Here, you will learn how to navigate all aspects of life: work, relationships, and parenting while most importantly, maintaining your own optimal health. How do you put yourself first in a time during your life when you are always giving everything you have to others? I will provide you with simple tips for ordinary humans to inspire you and to help you transform yourself into the wonder woman (or man of wonder) of your wildest dreams. Join me, as I share my 4 year journey of I evolved my ordinary « Mom Mindset » to one of a « Wonder Womom ».
Speakers
avatar for Andrea Mishio

Andrea Mishio

The Best Version of You
I’ve been a teacher for 15 years. Having taught girls P.E. for over 10 years, having 2 girls of her own, and having undergone a vast transformation, I have become extremely passionate about what social media is doing to girls and their body image.

Thursday February 24, 2022 1:00pm - 1:45pm MST
Zoom Room 82
  Professional Issues (TQS 6) [emerging topics - teacher career retirement wellness], ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

1:00pm MST

! Counting Time
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The session will provide teachers with a process for collecting data on hours of work (both instructional and assignable), defining assignable time, and monitoring time assignments.
Speakers
avatar for Myra Rybotycki

Myra Rybotycki

Executive Staff Officer, Teacher Employment Services, Alberta Teachers' Association
Myra Rybotycki is an Executive Staff Officer with the Alberta Teachers’ Association. In addition to her role in collective bargaining within Teacher Employment Services, Myra acts as the Association’s Pension Expert and delivers pension, retirement and financial wellness education... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
ATA Staff Session
  Professional Issues (TQS 6) [emerging topics - teacher career retirement wellness], ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

2:00pm MST

30D How to Say No
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Teachers give a lot of themselves, so preserving energy is an important skill. With increased demands on our time and resources, decisions must be made to manage stress and avoid burning out. In this session, we’ll examine why it can be so hard to say no. We’ll cover handling the disappointment of others, strategies for setting and maintaining stronger relationship boundaries, and creating more space to enjoy life instead of feeling “crazy busy.” Prioritize your own mental health by learning how to say no with kindness and without guilt so your students can see how it’s done.
Moderators
AN

Ashley Neefe (Moderator)

PDTCA Board Member

Speakers
avatar for Julianne Harvey

Julianne Harvey

Author. Speaker. Nurturer.
Julianne Harvey is an author, educator, and nurturer from South Surrey, BC. She’s written four books and her work has appeared in several literary magazines. Julianne holds an MFA and a BA in Creative Writing, along with a certificate in Counselling Skills. For more information... Read More →

How to Say No PDF pdf
Thursday February 24, 2022 2:00pm - 2:45pm MST
Zoom Room 66
  Health & Wellness (TQS 3), ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12) |   Professional Issues (TQS 6) [emerging topics - teacher career retirement wellness], ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

2:00pm MST

! Resume Bootcamp
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This session will focus on how to craft a better resume and cover letter for teachers and educational assistants.
Speakers
JC

John-Mark Crane

I have experience as a teacher, instructional coach, AP, and Principal.

Resume Bootcamp pptx
Thursday February 24, 2022 2:00pm - 2:45pm MST
Zoom Room 89
  Professional Issues (TQS 6) [emerging topics - teacher career retirement wellness], ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

2:00pm MST

** Dealing with Grief, Naturally
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Did you know that grief does not just apply to the death of a loved one? The definition of Grief is the emotion we feel or experience when someone (friend, family, co-worker, pet) or something (job, marriage, worker) we are attached to is no longer as it was (Death, Caregiving, Loss of income). Co-Vid has caused grief for so many. Come learn the stages of grief and some natural coping mechanisms.
Speakers
avatar for Susanne Heaton

Susanne Heaton

Owner, Motivated by Nature
For over 11 years, Susanne worked in the corporate world doing team building, public speaking, negotiating, marketing and sales. She took a total leap of faith after having some life changing wake-up calls and left the corporate world to start her own company, Motivated by Nature... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 2:00pm - 2:45pm MST
Pre-Recorded
  Professional Issues (TQS 6) [emerging topics - teacher career retirement wellness], Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12) |   Health & Wellness (TQS 3), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

3:00pm MST

30D Do you have what it takes? The importance of grit to career satisfaction
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Explore the importance of grit to career success and satisfaction!

We will learn what grit is, reflect on the factors that impact your own level of grit, and learn how to cultivate grit so you feel engaged and satisfied, regardless of your career pursuit.

Grit is defined as the passion and perseverance required to achieve long-term goals. The added challenges related to the Covid-19 pandemic make building teacher grit more important than ever to reduce burnout and keep staff engaged in their careers.

Topics will include:
  • Finding and living your purpose
  • Developing and maintaining a growth mindset
  • Practicing self-compassion
  • Harnessing social emotions, and
  • Avoiding stupid grit.

There will be opportunities for attendees to reflect, discuss with their peers and set goals for changes they may like to make throughout the session.
Moderators
LF

Lindsay Fagan (Moderator)

PDTCA Board Member

Speakers
avatar for Mae Kroeis

Mae Kroeis

Owner, Maek it Happen Life Coaching
Mae Kroeis is a Certified Professional Coach and owner of Maek it Happen Life Coaching where she helps individuals and groups achieve their goals, thrive in their lives and find fulfillment.Previous to her career in Professional Coaching, Mae spent over 10 years working in Addiction... Read More →

Teacher's Convention GRIT 2022 pdf
Thursday February 24, 2022 3:00pm - 3:45pm MST
Zoom Room 71
  Professional Issues (TQS 6) [emerging topics - teacher career retirement wellness], Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

3:00pm MST

30D Looking Ahead to New ADVENTURES
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Presented by Alberta Retired Teachers’ Association_x000D_
If you are considering retirement within the next five years, then you’ve got some big decisions just around the corner. Make sure you’re ready for them! This presentation will go over everything you need to know about the Alberta Retired Teachers’ Association (ARTA), including programs and perks available to members and, of course, the nationally acclaimed Retiree Benefits Plan. A current retired teacher will provide important points to consider before making the leap into retirement and will touch on some personal experiences. We’ll outline the health, travel, and dental benefits ARTA offers and touch on considerations you’ll want to start thinking about as you begin to plan for your retirement. Join us to discover how ARTA can give you the support you need to begin this new, exciting adventure.
Moderators
AN

Amrit Nannan (Moderator)

PDTCA Board Member

Speakers
avatar for ARTA Representatives

ARTA Representatives

Manager of Marketing and Promotions, Alberta Retired Teachers' Assocation
JENNIFER HOPE Manger of Marketing and Promotions, ARTA Jennifer holds a Bachelor of Management degree in marketing from the University of Lethbridge and recently earned her Group Benefits Associate designation. With years of ARTA experience under her belt, she is well-versed in the... Read More →
GC

ARTA Information Sheet pdf
Thursday February 24, 2022 3:00pm - 3:45pm MST
Zoom Room 66
  Professional Issues (TQS 6) [emerging topics - teacher career retirement wellness], ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)
 
Friday, February 25
 

9:00am MST

30D Staying Sane! Principles for Survival in the Classroom
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How does a teacher keep up with lesson preparation, engaging and managing students, grading, progress reports, parent conferencing, meeting diverse learning needs, not to mention evaluations and dealing with school administration? How can one remain enthusiastic, happy, and well-balanced when overwhelmed by these responsibilities? This session introduces 5 principles of survival in the classroom and a medley of practical strategies for dealing with these challenges and creating a productive learning environment. Come laugh, decompress, and learn some self-care. These tried-and-true, evidence-based tips will provide hope and make your job easier.
Moderators
CL

Catriona Le May Doan

Catriona Le May Doan was the fastest woman on ice. After carrying the Canadian flag into the 2002 OlympicWinter Games opening ceremonies (her fourth Olympics), Catriona defended her Olympic title with a Gold medal performance in the 500 metre event, becoming the first Canadian individual... Read More →

Speakers
avatar for Danny Bateman

Danny Bateman

Dan is currently an instructor at Concordia University of Edmonton in the Faculty of Education. As an experienced and esteemed public speaker, he delivers teaching strategies and inspiration using entertaining experiences and actionable content. He has delivered hundreds of successful... Read More →
A

Alison

Teacher, Rocky View Schools
Alison Humphrys is a Kindergarten Teacher with Rocky View Schools. She has a love of nature and place-based learning and incorporates these into her classroom forest school days. A board member of the Calgary Reggio Network Association she is inspired by the Reggio Approach to education... Read More →

Staying Sane! Worksheet docx
Friday February 25, 2022 9:00am - 9:45am MST
Zoom Room 63
  Professional Issues (TQS 6) [emerging topics - teacher career retirement wellness], ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

9:00am MST

! President Schilling: Unplugged
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This session will offer the opportunity to meet with President Schilling in a group setting to discuss matters and issues that are of importance to you and your colleagues. The session will open with a few focus questions from President Schilling followed by an opportunity to have open dialogue on topics generated by the discussion.
Speakers
avatar for Jason Schilling

Jason Schilling

President, ATA President
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 February 25, 2022 9:00am - 10:00am MST
ATA Staff Session
  Professional Issues (TQS 6) [emerging topics - teacher career retirement wellness], ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

9:00am MST

30D Cultivating Deep Focus in a World of Distraction
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The benefits of multitasking are a myth. Meaningful and productive work happen in a state of deep focus. Transformational relationships and life fulfillment are also a result of this intentional attention. What is deep focus? How can you harness its power in your life? Learn strategies to break through distraction, cultivate deep focus, and experience its powerful shift in the ways you work, love, and make a difference in your community.
Speakers
avatar for Jaclyn Chute

Jaclyn Chute

Registered Dietitian, Teach Nutrition by Dairy Farmers of Canada's Registered Dietitians
Jaclyn Chute (RD, M.Ed.) is part of Dairy Farmers of Canada’s Alberta Teach Nutrition team that works collaboratively with educators, teachers, and community stakeholders to create engaging and impactful nutrition resources from early learning in child care to grade 12. Teach Nutrition... Read More →

Friday February 25, 2022 9:00am - 10:45am MST
Pre-Recorded
  Health & Wellness (TQS 3), ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12) |   Professional Issues (TQS 6) [emerging topics - teacher career retirement wellness], ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

9:00am MST

30D Kids and Grief: Let’s Talk About Death
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Kids contemplate loss in profound ways, whether they express it externally or not. Adults must be prepared to initiate meaningful conversations with children that help them learn, grow, and thrive through their grief. Bereaved Mom, Alexis Marie Chute, shares observations of her living children as they mourn for their sibling. Become confident in noticing signs of grief and acquire tools to gift children on their lifelong journey of healing. We can change the culture around grief from one of silent struggle to one of support, compassion, and resiliency.
Speakers
avatar for Jaclyn Chute

Jaclyn Chute

Registered Dietitian, Teach Nutrition by Dairy Farmers of Canada's Registered Dietitians
Jaclyn Chute (RD, M.Ed.) is part of Dairy Farmers of Canada’s Alberta Teach Nutrition team that works collaboratively with educators, teachers, and community stakeholders to create engaging and impactful nutrition resources from early learning in child care to grade 12. Teach Nutrition... Read More →

Friday February 25, 2022 9:00am - 10:45am MST
Pre-Recorded
  Health & Wellness (TQS 3), ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12) |   Professional Issues (TQS 6) [emerging topics - teacher career retirement wellness], ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

10:00am MST

! ATRF Your Pension Matters
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A general overview of the Alberta Teachers' Retirement Fund (ATRF) pension will be presented. The session includes the following topics: • the ATRF website and MyPension • pensionable service and increasing your pension • pension eligibility, the options and the ATRF advance • steps to retirement • termination benefits.
Moderators
LG

Lesley Gibson (Moderator)

PDTCA Board Member

Speakers
DA

Dana Adams

Pension Counsellor, Alberta Teachers' Retirement Fund
Following 16 years with the Public Sector Pension Plans in Alberta, Dana joined the Alberta Teachers’ Retirement Fund in 2001. After Dana received her degree in Fine Arts from the University of Alberta, she started her career in pensions and completed her certificate in Pension... Read More →

ATRF Your Pension Matters Handout Convention 2022 pdf
Friday February 25, 2022 10:00am - 10:45am MST
Zoom Room 79
  Professional Issues (TQS 6) [emerging topics - teacher career retirement wellness], ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

10:00am MST

30D Creating Calm in the Centre of Chaos | learning to breathe deeply while gasping for air
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Being a teacher & living a peaceful life really is possible! We try to walk on this tightrope called “work-life balance” but often feel like we are about to fall off, and can’t find a safety net below us! In the middle of deadlines, paperwork, phone calls, lessons plans, and... right... the actual students we teach & the outside life we supposedly live, we can still have a calmness and peace within our own lives. Peter touches on ten key concepts to help us stay focused on the big picture & not get lost in the shuffle. A few laughs along the journey never hurt either!
Speakers
avatar for Peter Hill

Peter Hill

CPM Enterprises
Peter is a licensed minister, author, motivational speaker, and math teacher. During the school year, he teaches high school math in the city of Calgary. Outside of his teaching career, he is involved in the training, support, equipping and encouragement of an array of different leadership... Read More →

Friday February 25, 2022 10:00am - 10:45am MST
Zoom Room 81
  Professional Issues (TQS 6) [emerging topics - teacher career retirement wellness], ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12) |   School Leadership (LQS 1-9), ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

10:00am MST

! ATA Services for School Leaders
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Discover all of the ways your association can support you on your school leadership journey. Through PD opportunities, workshops, conferences, educational resources and so much more. We will also be highlighting the new and innovative cross-program initiative designed to offer even more opportunities to our teacher-leaders across the province.
Speakers
avatar for Keith Hadden

Keith Hadden

Coordinator, Teacher Employment Services, Alberta Teachers' Association
Keith is the retiring Coordinator of Teacher Employment Services. Prior to joining the ATA in 2011, Keith served in several capacities in southern Alberta, including as a teacher, administrator as well as a university instructor and in central office.

Services for School Leaders pdf
Friday February 25, 2022 10:00am - 11:00am MST
ATA Staff Session
  Professional Issues (TQS 6) [emerging topics - teacher career retirement wellness], ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

11:00am MST

30D E-Exchanges: Choose Your Own Teaching or Leadership Adventure!
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Interested in an international collaboration with a colleague in Iceland, Spain, Germany, or Australia? Come to this session and learn how to build your own teaching or leadership adventure in an exciting 6 week virtual exchange. Carolyn Freed will be your guide in this fantastic new world!
E-Exchange Application: https://www.teachers.ab.ca/SiteCollectionDocuments/ATA/Teaching-in-Alberta/Teacher%20and%20Principal%20Exchanges/EEP-T-24a%20Short%20Term%20E-Exchange%20Application.pdf
E-Exchange Handout: https://www.teachers.ab.ca/SiteCollectionDocuments/ATA/Teaching-in-Alberta/Teacher%20and%20Principal%20Exchanges/E-Exchange%20Opportunity%20(EEP-2b).pdf
Speakers
avatar for Carolyn Freed

Carolyn Freed

Exchange Liaison, Alberta Teachers' Association
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Friday February 25, 2022 11:00am - 11:45am MST
ATA Staff Session
  Professional Issues (TQS 6) [emerging topics - teacher career retirement wellness], ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

11:00am MST

30D Nurturing our Wellness Through Connected Communities
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We can’t deny our interconnectedness. How can we leverage our connections with one another to promote a true culture of wellness? Leadership is everyone’s vocation and we all play a role in moving from fractured to flourishing. Join Kathleen and Lorna exploring a framework to examine how connected communities can bring us together to impact our wellness.
Moderators
avatar for Yvonne Toney

Yvonne Toney

AI, The Alberta Teachers' Association
Yvonne Toney is an elementary generalist currently working with Rocky View. Her education degree is from the University of Regina. Her Masters degree in Educational technology is from the University of Calgary. She recently finished a course in planning adult professional learning... Read More →

Speakers
KR

Kathleen Robertson

Kathleen Robertson, a Learning Associate with Jigsaw Learning, has more than 20 years of teaching experience. Kathleen supports teachers and leaders through development of strategic plans, Collaborative Response practices, and coaching. Kathleen has a passion for authentic wellness... Read More →
LH

Lorna Hewson

Lorna Hewson is an award-winning educator with leadership experience at the classroom, school, district and provincial levels. Lorna’s experiences have included coaching and mentoring teachers and leaders, effective assessment, curriculum implementation, and inclusive practices... Read More →

Connected Communities Links and Resources pdf
Friday February 25, 2022 11:00am - 11:45am MST
Zoom Room 64
  Professional Issues (TQS 6) [emerging topics - teacher career retirement wellness], ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12) |   Health & Wellness (TQS 3), ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

11:00am MST

30D Healthy Grief Conversations that Heal
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Many feel uncomfortable talking about death and grief—but it is a pivotal conversation we all must face with compassion and empathy. Learn to change your perspective on loss and speak about grief in a healthy and authentic manner. Learn about the pillars of the “Healthy Grief Movement” created by bereavement author and advocate, Alexis Marie Chute. Learn to foster safe places for grief expression with tips for what to say, not say, and what are the most meaningful ways to support the mourners in your life.
Speakers
avatar for Jaclyn Chute

Jaclyn Chute

Registered Dietitian, Teach Nutrition by Dairy Farmers of Canada's Registered Dietitians
Jaclyn Chute (RD, M.Ed.) is part of Dairy Farmers of Canada’s Alberta Teach Nutrition team that works collaboratively with educators, teachers, and community stakeholders to create engaging and impactful nutrition resources from early learning in child care to grade 12. Teach Nutrition... Read More →

Friday February 25, 2022 11:00am - 12:45pm MST
Pre-Recorded
  Health & Wellness (TQS 3), ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12) |   Professional Issues (TQS 6) [emerging topics - teacher career retirement wellness], ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

11:00am MST

30D Joy is a Choice: Embracing and Embodying a Joyful Lifestyle
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We are all on a joy journey, but the path is not always clear. We may look for joy in different places—in people, experiences, work—but it can only be found within us. Learn how to embrace the transformational reality of joy and discover how it can change your life. Explore seven sequential steps for choosing joy every day.
Speakers
avatar for Jaclyn Chute

Jaclyn Chute

Registered Dietitian, Teach Nutrition by Dairy Farmers of Canada's Registered Dietitians
Jaclyn Chute (RD, M.Ed.) is part of Dairy Farmers of Canada’s Alberta Teach Nutrition team that works collaboratively with educators, teachers, and community stakeholders to create engaging and impactful nutrition resources from early learning in child care to grade 12. Teach Nutrition... Read More →

Friday February 25, 2022 11:00am - 12:45pm MST
Pre-Recorded
  Health & Wellness (TQS 3), ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12) |   Professional Issues (TQS 6) [emerging topics - teacher career retirement wellness], ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

11:00am MST

! Healthy School Makerspace
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Have you ever wondered how to make your class a healthy place?
Then come explore your creativity in our healthy schools makerspace!
Maybe you’ll support healthy relationships or design a healthy eating space.
Whatever motivates you, we can help you to find your pace.
So come to this online workshop to develop and tinker with your design,
and learn how to grow it into a great idea of its time.
We will spark your curiosity and ignite it like a flame
with ideas to fuel your creativity, tools and resources will be gained.
Come collaborate virtually with us, using simple items in your space
to design a fresh perspective on your class as a healthy place.
Speakers
avatar for School Health and Wellness Promotion

School Health and Wellness Promotion

Health Promotion Facilitator, School Health & Wellness Promotion
Health Promotion Facilitators with the School Health & Wellness Promotion team partner with school authorities to promote healthy eating, physical activity, and positive mental health in schools. They help to plan effective and coordinated strategies that improve the health of children... Read More →

Friday February 25, 2022 11:00am - 12:45pm MST
Zoom Room 88
  Professional Issues (TQS 6) [emerging topics - teacher career retirement wellness], Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12) |   Reflection/Collaboration (TQS/LQS 2), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

1:00pm MST

30D Developing Emotional Resilience
Post-Convention Event Survey
Emotional resilience is the ability to bounce back from hardship. The best way for students to develop this key skill is to watch it in action. We’ll cover the illusions that keep us stuck in unhealthy patterns, the resiliency myth and focusing on the long game. This interactive session will also cover 10 essential items in the teacher’s toolkit to become an emotionally resilient mentor: responsibility, vulnerability, patience, creativity, empathy, choices, natural consequences, affirmations, conscience building and the relationship bridge.
Moderators
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Marcy Rogers (Moderator)

PDTCA Board Member

Speakers
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Julianne Harvey

Author. Speaker. Nurturer.
Julianne Harvey is an author, educator, and nurturer from South Surrey, BC. She’s written four books and her work has appeared in several literary magazines. Julianne holds an MFA and a BA in Creative Writing, along with a certificate in Counselling Skills. For more information... Read More →

Developing Emotional Resilience PDF pdf
Friday February 25, 2022 1:00pm - 1:45pm MST
Zoom Room 67
  Health & Wellness (TQS 3), ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12) |   Professional Issues (TQS 6) [emerging topics - teacher career retirement wellness], ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

1:00pm MST

! School Leaders - Investigate or Not? When, Why and How?
Post-Convention Event Survey
This session looks at how school leaders should address complaints received about student(s) and teacher(s). Differentiation as to circumstances that need to be investigated by school leaders as well as those where the investigation(s) should be left with the school division and/or police will be elaborated. The session discusses appropriate protocols and elements that must be considered in order to conduct an appropriate investigation. One's obligation under the "rules of natural justice" and the Code of Professional Conduct will be discussed. The session will also discuss the school leader's role when police seek the opportunity to interview students at the school.
Speakers
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Keith Hadden

Coordinator, Teacher Employment Services, Alberta Teachers' Association
Keith is the retiring Coordinator of Teacher Employment Services. Prior to joining the ATA in 2011, Keith served in several capacities in southern Alberta, including as a teacher, administrator as well as a university instructor and in central office.

Investigations pdf
Friday February 25, 2022 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
ATA Staff Session
  Professional Issues (TQS 6) [emerging topics - teacher career retirement wellness], ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)
 
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