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CATCA recognizes that convention is situated on Treaty 7, South of Red Deer River the traditional territory of the Blackfoot, Tsuu T’ina and Stoney Nakoda peoples, and that the North of Red Deer River Treaty 6, traditional Métis, Cree and Saulteaux territory. We honour the First Peoples who have lived here since time immemorial, and we give thanks for the land.


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Thursday, February 24
 

9:00am MST

Comprehensive Sexual Health Education: What is it? And how do I teach it?
Young people want more than just the “birds and the bees”. They want to learn more about healthy relationships, LGBTQ2S+ specific content, and all the other good stuff! They want educators who are thoughtful about accessibility and language, and who are comfortable and confident when teaching sexual health. Come to this session to learn more about comprehensive sexual health education, why it’s important and resources to increase your confidence in providing this material. You’ll learn about how to use tools such as the question box and other resources available at TeachingSexualHealth.ca, an Alberta Education authorized resource.
Speakers
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Amber Heyd

Sexual and Reproductive Health Promotion Facilitator, Alberta Health Services
Amber Heyd is a Registered Nurse and holds a Master’s Degree in Health Promotion. Amber has worked in a variety of settings and roles, including a clinical background in sexual health, STBBI, harm reduction and communicable disease. She has diverse research experience and is passionate... Read More →
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Jocelyn Graham

Jocelyn Graham has a Master’s Degree along with training in knowledge translation, qualitative research methods, and behaviour change. She has worked in various health promotion positions during her career and is currently a member of the Sexual and Reproductive Health Promotion... Read More →
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Nicole Inglis

Nicole Inglis has taught everything from grade one PE to Bio 30, and lots of things in between. She has been a teacher at both public and Catholic schools, and earned her MEd in Adult, Community and Higher Education. Nicole spent more than 10 years facilitating prenatal and parenting... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 9:00am - 9:45am MST
Zoom 40
  Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

9:00am MST

International Teaching
I was feeling stuck and uninspired, it was time for a change of pace, it was time to go on an adventure. I got permission to take a leave of absence, and signed a contract for teaching at a Canadian School in the capital of Cambodia. Then COVID hit. The world stopped. I decided to honour the contract and began the process of heading away across the world.

Trusting in the school leadership, in my own inner strength and in humanity I left Canada for teaching overseas. COVID made everything complicated, but then so was moving across the world. I packed up my 2 large suitcases and boarded the plane. With only the best wishes of family and friends and my dream to sustain me I began my epic journey of self discovery. Teaching in a vastly different system, living in a strange place, no pressures or expectations; life was transformative.

Many people dream about travel and working in foreign countries, but few of us get around to it. I will share details about how I overcame my fears and self doubt to live a year of tremendous adventure. Traveling in a tropical storm, for profit schooling, sunrise at Angkor Wat, market food, poverty, corruption, multiple isolations and amazing friendships are just some of the experiences that I will share with you. I will share stories and photos about the hurdles, the challenges and the Instagram worthy dream moments. I will share stories of my year overseas that help me today stay centered on what truly keeps me centered.

This session is for anyone who wonders what it would be like to begin their own epic journey. An honest story with an opportunity to ask questions at the end.


Speakers
avatar for Dania Hill

Dania Hill

A veteran teacher with over 20 years experience she has worked in 6 schools, taught in all divisions and in a wide variety of courses. Specialist in math and science Dania Hill has worked in both English and French Immersion programs. She has lead a number of field studies and has... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 9:00am - 9:45am MST
Pre-Recorded
  Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

9:00am MST

How to Feel Happier, No Matter What’s Happening
I’ll be happier when I… lose some weight, make more money, get a better position, retire, or fill in the blank with your own refrain. Sound familiar? The problem is that if you sing that song, you’re prolonging your happiness rather than experiencing it now. Happiness is an inside job and the secret is to cultivate it first, no matter what’s happening on the outside. Once you know how to do that, everything changes.

In this session you’ll learn how to:

-transform your happiness set point so that you feel happier more of the time
-implement practical skills and powerful techniques that will boost your overall happiness
-stay calm, centered and grounded, even in chaos
-make your thoughts your allies
-own your life and gain clarity on what you really want

Don’t waste another day feeling unhappy or unfulfilled. Come to this session to start making immediate changes to feel happier, no matter what.
Speakers
avatar for Christina Marlett

Christina Marlett

Courageous Self-Care
As the creator of Courageous Self-Care, Christina is passionate about helping stressed-out teachers learn to lead their students, families and themselves from a place of wholeness, overflowing energy and deep self-respect. She excels at helping overwhelmed leaders revitalize their... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 9:00am - 10:15am MST
Zoom 35
  Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

9:00am MST

Wahkohtowin: Cree Natural Law
Wahkohtowin is a Cree word which denotes the interconnected nature of relationships, communities, and natural systems. Its literal meaning is "kinship", but it is often used to refer to Cree law, or Cree codes of conduct. Participants will explore this idea of wahkohtowin in a sharing circle format and have the opportunity to discuss and ask questions. Learn how this Indigenous world view can be reflected in your classroom and supports your foundational knowledge.
Speakers
avatar for Phillip Campiou

Phillip Campiou

Knowledge Keeper, Elder
Phillip Campiou is a Traditional Woodland Cree who is originally from Driftpile Cree Nation, Alberta. He now resides in the Onoway area. As a young man, his father taught Phillip how to be self-sufficient and live off the land. Inherent in these teachings was an unwavering respect... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 9:00am - 10:15am MST
Zoom 30
  Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Science (TQS 3), Indigenous Education (TQS/LQS 5), Inclusive Education (TQS/LQS 4) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Science (TQS 3), Indigenous Education (TQS/LQS 5), Inclusive Education (TQS/LQS 4) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Science (TQS 3), Indigenous Education (TQS/LQS 5), Inclusive Education (TQS/LQS 4) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Science (TQS 3), Indigenous Education (TQS/LQS 5), Inclusive Education (TQS/LQS 4) |   Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Science (TQS 3), Indigenous Education (TQS/LQS 5), Inclusive Education (TQS/LQS 4)

9:00am MST

Your Pension Matters-THIS SESSION WILL NOT BE RECORDED.
Primarily for mid-career teachers.
A general overview of the Teachers' Pension Plan with detailed information about beneficiaries, death benefits, purchasing service, and termination benefits.
Duration: 1 hour
Speakers
avatar for Linda Lau

Linda Lau

Your Pension Matters
Linda has been with the Alberta Teachers' Retirement Fund since 1990 and has spoken at numerous conventions, pension seminars and counselling sessions throughout the province.
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Thursday February 24, 2022 9:00am - 10:15am MST
Zoom 38
  Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

9:00am MST

Money Matters for Youth (MMY) - Financial Literacy
MMY is a new and innovative approach to teaching financial literacy in health, CALM, CTF and CTS courses. Learn how to engage students with real-life financial situations that will educate them about what is important to them right now and into the future. Get access to multiple grade 7 - 11 lesson plans that are classroom proven and Monday-morning ready. Your students will be engaged and excited about coming to health and CALM class.
Speakers
avatar for Paul Bohnert, Karly Lewis, Janel Heth & Deryk Hamilton

Paul Bohnert, Karly Lewis, Janel Heth & Deryk Hamilton

Lead Teachers -, The Faculty
The Faculty is a collection of practicing Alberta teachers that create professional learning opportunities for teachers across North America.Paul (Bohnert) is a practicing middle school teacher and researcher in Alberta. He has created an innovative learning environment that has transformed... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 9:00am - 10:15am MST
Pre-Recorded
  Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Career & Technology Studies/Foundations (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Career & Technology Studies/Foundations (TQS 3)

9:00am MST

Addressing Secondary Eco-Anxiety Through Solutions-Focused Challenges
What is ‘eco-anxiety’ and how can we address it in our students from grade 9-12? This session will explore how solution-focused environmental challenges can empower and inspire students about the future. Taking a look at GreenLearning’s Energy Revealed, Re-Energy and Flood:Ed programs, educators will walk away with a toolbox of free digital lessons, activities and tools to help them address the growing eco-anxiety among youth today. Be part of the solution and take action with GreenLearning!
Speakers
avatar for Sidney Howlett

Sidney Howlett

Crossing Curriculums for Climate Change/Science
Sidney Howlett is on a mission to empower youth to take climate action through education. Trained as a teacher, she has a diverse professional background leading outreach to post-secondary students, teaching in elementary and French immersion schools across Ontario and establishing... Read More →
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Thursday February 24, 2022 9:00am - 10:15am MST
Zoom 36
  Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Social Studies (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Environmental & Outdoor Education (TQS 3), Science (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Social Studies (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Environmental & Outdoor Education (TQS 3), Science (TQS 3)

9:00am MST

Healthy Grief Conversations that Heal
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 →

Thursday February 24, 2022 9:00am - 10:15am MST
Pre-Recorded
  Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Reflection/Collaboration (TQS/LQS 2), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Reflection/Collaboration (TQS/LQS 2), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Reflection/Collaboration (TQS/LQS 2), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Reflection/Collaboration (TQS/LQS 2), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

9:00am MST

Develop – and Trust! – Your intuition
Have you ever ignored that little voice, or gut feeling, that tells you to grab an item on your way out the door, then wished you’d listened, because, “Darn! That would’ve been handy to have right now!” That inner guidance was your intuition. Intuition is like a muscle – exercising it makes it stronger. In this interactive session, learn simple exercises that build – and teach you to trust – your intuition and bring greater ease into your life and your classroom. Additional files are found here: https://albertateachersassociation-my.sharepoint.com/:f:/g/personal/catca_ata_ab_ca/EvXuFgLGUVVOjjAmbQqA2NIB05FZJ10TnkMK6sFsiXzAxQ?e=ufgiFO
Speakers
avatar for Tina Thrussel

Tina Thrussel

Facilitator, Best U Can B Inc
Tina Thrussell has been facilitating impactful, interactive, personal expansion experiences for 16+ years. Her light-hearted energy and contagious enthusiasm have contributed to her reputation as The Feel Good Lady. This deep lover of life has inspired thousands of people over the... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 9:00am - 10:15am MST
Pre-Recorded
  Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Curriculum & Pedagogy (TQS 3), Professional Issues (TQS 6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Curriculum & Pedagogy (TQS 3), Professional Issues (TQS 6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Curriculum & Pedagogy (TQS 3), Professional Issues (TQS 6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Curriculum & Pedagogy (TQS 3), Professional Issues (TQS 6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Curriculum & Pedagogy (TQS 3), Professional Issues (TQS 6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

9:00am MST

Stressing Wisely: A Radical Shift in How We Show Up and Excel in All Areas of Our Lives
Our collective and personal well-being has been deeply impacted by recent world events. There is a need for a proactive approach to ensuring our people are well equipped to face the unparallel stress, unrest, and uncertainty that are becoming more common. To maintain excellence in all areas of one’s life knowing how to stress wisely and recover is key. In this keynote, Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe explores how to use a multi-dimensional approach to wellness that promotes moving theory into committed action through the five principles of stressing wisely, including signature strength activation, emotional regulation, and creative release and recovery. By building awareness and personal accountability, participants will be able to implement personal wellness care systems that are sustainable, realistic, and time efficient. And, by doing so, enhance personal and professional performance and satisfaction.

This keynote speaker was generously sponsored by Morgex Insurance.
Speakers
avatar for Dr Robyn Hanley-Dafoe

Dr Robyn Hanley-Dafoe

Described as one of the most sought-after, engaging, thought-provoking, and truly transformative international speakers and scholars in her field, Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe is a multi-award-winning psychology and education instructor who specializes in resiliency, navigating stress... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 9:00am - 10:15am MST
Zoom Webinar 5000
  Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Keynotes and Special Events, Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Keynotes and Special Events, Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Keynotes and Special Events, Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Keynotes and Special Events, Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Keynotes and Special Events, Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

9:00am MST

Rising Strong™ After Setbacks
Based on the research of Dr. Brené Brown, this workshop is for anyone looking to rise from setbacks, losses and disappointments with greater courage in any area of their professional and personal life. Rising Strong™ will support you in identifying your stories of struggle, and the process for moving through them.

• The physics of vulnerability and guidelines for rising after a fall
• How stories have power in your life to drive emotions, thoughts, and behaviours
• What it means to rumble with emotions like shame, guilt, anxiety, blame, accountability, resentment, grief, forgiveness, and perfectionism
• Emotional offloading strategies and how they move us away from our values
• Recognizing and capturing the stories we make up when faced with struggle
• Writing your own daring endings to tough stories
Speakers
avatar for Kimberly Knull

Kimberly Knull

Owner, Courageous Leadership
Kimberly Knull is a Registered Psychologist, motivational speaker and trained by Brené Brown as a Dare to Lead™ facilitator. She’s the Co-Founder of Momentum Walk-In Counselling Society, a non-profit mental health counselling agency for those who would otherwise be unable to... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 9:00am - 12:00pm MST
Zoom 44
  Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

9:00am MST

Sharpie Alphabet Lettering
Inspire your students to create handmade letters! Learn the techniques to create a whimsical sharpie alphabet using three different sizes of black sharpie markers. In this class you will learn how to master variations on an alphabet using sharpie markers as well as some simple watercolor painting techniques great for use on cards. The sharpie marker is a very versatile tool that can be used to create a variety of lettering for classroom projects. In this class you will complete 3 unique greeting cards.
If you would like to get a package sent to you with all the supplies do pay $25 and contact Sally at the following email: sallytowerssybblis@icloud.com with your address before FEB 7. First come/First Serve
Here are the supplies you need to get
1- white gel pen I recommend Sakura#10, Uniball Signo Pen or White Posca Pen size .07mm. These pens are available at Michaels.
1 - black chisel tip sharpie
1 - black fine point sharpie
1 - black ultra fine point sharpie
1- 12” strip of green painters tape
Paint palette or paper plate
Rag
Water container
½” flat brush
A round brush (any of sizes 4-12 will work)
3 - 8.5x11” sheets of black cardstock
2 - 5x7” pieces of Canson or Strathmore 140lb. Watercolor paper
1 - 4x5” piece of Canson or Strathmore 140lb. Watercolor paper
5 sheets of regular printer paper
Watercolor paints - yellow or gold , phthalo blue, rose or pink
Scissors
Ruler
Eraser
Pencil
Glue stick OR double sided tape
Speakers
avatar for Sally Towers-Sybblis

Sally Towers-Sybblis

Artist
Sally Towers-Sybblis is a full time mixed media artist from Red Deer, Alberta. Her whimsical style of art often incorporates a combination of lettering, watercolor, acrylics or book making. Her work has been featured in various publications including “The Lettering Arts Review... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 9:00am - 12:00pm MST
Pre-Recorded
  Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Language Arts (TQS 3), Art (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Language Arts (TQS 3), Art (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Language Arts (TQS 3), Art (TQS 3)

9:00am MST

The Hunger Games: That Kid’s Just Looking for Attention…
Everywhere around us kids are just “looking for attention” starved for connection & positive adult relationships. This session speaks to the biological, psychological and developmental reasons kids seek our attention & uses theory & humor to look at the behaviors & brains of these kids & the survival games they play. Participants will learn the "Vitamin C" approach to attention seeking behavior & explore practical ways to nourish children & youth with the time & attention they seek…and deserve.
Speakers
avatar for Ariel Haubrich

Ariel Haubrich

Consultant/ Trainer/ Private Practitioner, Learning Network
Ariel Haubrich works in school

Thursday February 24, 2022 9:00am - 12:00pm MST
Zoom 46
  Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4)

9:00am MST

The Trauma-Informed Classroom
Now more than ever, we are witnessing the impact of trauma on the students and families we work with, and on ourselves as educators. Thankfully, the news isn’t all bad. There are strategies we can use to enhance and adapt our existing practices to respond to trauma needs within ourselves, our students, and our colleagues. In this session you will be introduced to the principles of trauma-informed practice through stories and examples of how schools in Alberta and around the world are implementing them into their classrooms. You’ll leave with practical strategies you can implement right away, and you’ll likely learn that a lot of what you’re already doing as an educator is trauma-informed.
Speakers
avatar for Angela Hill

Angela Hill

Senior Facilitator, Imagine Institute for Learning
Angela has been with Imagine Institute for Learning since 2012. A professional facilitator since 2005, Angela believes in personalized, engaging learning experiences that support both personal and professional growth. She is grateful to be able to create those experiences with her... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 9:00am - 12:00pm MST
Zoom 43
  Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Inclusive Education (TQS/LQS 4), Diversity, Equity & Human Rights (TQS/LQS 4), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Inclusive Education (TQS/LQS 4), Diversity, Equity & Human Rights (TQS/LQS 4), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Inclusive Education (TQS/LQS 4), Diversity, Equity & Human Rights (TQS/LQS 4), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Inclusive Education (TQS/LQS 4), Diversity, Equity & Human Rights (TQS/LQS 4), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Inclusive Education (TQS/LQS 4), Diversity, Equity & Human Rights (TQS/LQS 4), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

9:00am MST

Cercle de percussion et activites musicales (aucune expérence nécessaire)
Accessible à tous, cet atelier interactif et multiculturel fournit aux enseignants les outils nécessaires pour animer un cercle de percussions en utilisant une méthode innovante. Avec plus de 40 tambours et autres instruments de percussion du monde entier, Louise guide les participants au moyen de rythmes traditionnels, de la danse, des jeux rythmiques, des techniques de percussions et de la chanson : dialecte africain, espagnol et français.

C'est dans un environnement d'apprentissage riche que les enfants développeront l'écoute, l'estime de soi, la concentration et la communication. Grâce à cet atelier, les enseignants (es) feront l’acquisition d’une technique éducative complémentaire. Ils repartiront avec des outils et de nouvelles idées pour encourager les enfants à explorer leur sens du rythme tout en transformant le comportement des enfants !
Speakers
avatar for Louise Raymond

Louise Raymond

English and French Music Session/ Music, Malicounda Dance Company
Depuis plus de 25 ans, Malicounda a touché la vie de milliers de personnes - enfants, adolescents, adultes et aînés - à un rythme soutenu. Louise voyage à l’échelle du Canada et des États-Unis dans le but d’inspirer des entreprises et des écoles à renforcer les liens... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 9:00am - 12:00pm MST
Zoom 45
  Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Drama & Dance (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Music & Band (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Drama & Dance (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Music & Band (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Drama & Dance (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Music & Band (TQS 3) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Drama & Dance (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Music & Band (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Drama & Dance (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Music & Band (TQS 3)

9:50am MST

Instant Evolution, From Chaos to Calmness in The Classroom
Meet & defeat a bully with Bully Proof Yourself & Your Kids, bless instead of stress about mistakes with Blessing Mistakes, and tame tantrums with The Tantrum Tamer in all ages with Brenda Miller and her instant evolution strategies that take us from kid-chaos to calmness in an upset in the classroom.
Speakers
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Brenda Miller

As a certified instructor through a private corporation, Brenda taught conscious conflict resolution in six countries. As a result of this career where she learned how to turn chaos into calmness, Brenda wrote four books to help us towards that peaceful and positive endeavor.

Thursday February 24, 2022 9:50am - 10:35am MST
Zoom 25
  Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

9:50am MST

Self-Care in a Pandemic
Join us for a session focused on building a personal wellness & self-care practice using the Self-Care in Disaster Times & Beyond Toolkit.
About the toolkit: Developed by Alberta Health Services, the self-care project emerged from disaster responses in Alberta, including the pandemic. We were moved by people’s stories and experiences and the need for information and practical tools for self-awareness, personal and team wellness, and organizational planning to meet self-care needs. To quote an impacted responder: “Everyone talks about (self-care) in theory, but what does it look like on a practical level and how do we see it not as a “luxury” or “indulgent”, but more as remembering to top up our gas tank, and recharge our battery.”

About this session: We will explore the Personal Wellness workbook and help you to:
• Recognize the role and importance of self-care within the unique context of disaster and emergency response and recovery, including the pandemic.
• Understand the warning signs/red flags for stress and know when to seek help.
• Reflect on and develop a self-care plan.
Speakers
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Rania Page

A strong believer in the value of addiction prevention and mental health promotion, Rania Page is currently a Health Promotion Facilitator with Alberta Health Services. Throughout her 23 year career, Rania’s roles at AADAC/AHS included providing treatment services to youth and adults... Read More →
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Denise Freden

My interest for physical activity and health promotion began in high school with a great physical education teacher and mentor. This lead me to take a College Diploma at Red Deer College in Fitness & Health Promotion and later to complete my Bachelor of Physical Education from the... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 9:50am - 10:35am MST
Pre-Recorded
  Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

9:50am MST

Write Now!
Susanne offers this insightful workshop on tapping into the creative writing process. Discover various “out of the box” techniques to help you tap into your creative genius. Learn to use these tools to connect with your deeper self and unlock your hidden potential. This session is a practical, playful and fun way to get in touch with your Inner Self through writing.

Teachers can use these techniques on themselves and also take the same concepts into the classroom to use with the students. Key learnings will be how to shut off the inner critic and tap into the right side of the brain for creative writing.
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 9:50am - 10:35am MST
Pre-Recorded
  Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), English Language Learning (TQS/LQS 4) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), English Language Learning (TQS/LQS 4)

9:50am MST

Master Your Habits to Live Your Best Life
We all have the ability to live a life we love. As educators, mentors, supporters for the youth in our classrooms, communities and in our lives we have to lead by example. If you want to empower today's youth to achieve their dreams, to get the results in their life that they would love, then we need to do that for ourselves first. In this session, learn to gain clarity on what you would lobe in your health and in your life and how to master your habits to achieve any goal in your life and ultimately live a life you love, while feeling incredible from the inside out. When you show up as your best self in all areas of your life, you are empowering everyone around you to do the same!
Speakers
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Jessica Derksen

Founder, True To You Lifestyle
Jessica Derksen is the founder of True To You Lifestyle and specializes in high performance habit coaching in both personal and professional development. In a professional setting Jessica helps leaders truly lead and build more effective teams. Her clients learn how to control difficult... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 9:50am - 10:35am MST
Zoom 49
  Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Professional Issues (TQS 6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Professional Issues (TQS 6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Professional Issues (TQS 6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Professional Issues (TQS 6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Professional Issues (TQS 6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

10:15am MST

Be the Yellow: 6 Steps to a Kinder World
In this inspiring session, Adam shares his six step process for making the world a brighter, kinder place, all by focusing on something as simple as a color. Adam shares personal experiences and stories that led him to write a children 's book and start a movement that has reached students and teachers in over 30 state s and 8 countries around the world. You are sure to be motivated, inspired, and moved to do all you can to spread the YELLOW when you leave this session. To have access to this video you will need sign up with the following Google Form:https://forms.gle/UsdgGceaxX5mrMRx6
Thursday February 24, 2022 10:15am - 10:45am MST
TYHO Summer Day 1 Thursday July 8
  Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

10:15am MST

Avoiding Teacher Burnout
Hey teachers. We are going to talk about taking care of YOU. So often we worry about our students, families, coworkers, friends, etc. and neglecting ourselves and our needs is extremely important in avoiding burnout. Join this session to get some tips, tricks, and fresh ideas for self-care, self-love, and time management. To have access to this video you will need sign up with the following Google Form:https://forms.gle/UsdgGceaxX5mrMRx6
Thursday February 24, 2022 10:15am - 10:45am MST
TYHO Summer Day 1 Thursday July 8
  Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

10:45am MST

Fuel Your Work Day!
Fuel your Work Day!
Join Registered Dietitians from Alberta Health Services to learn how to master healthy eating using the 4 P’s – Plan, Purchase, Prepare and Pack for weekday success. From starting your day the healthy way with breakfast to stocking your desk with good fuel in a pinch, this session will have you sailing through the week.
Speakers
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Shelley Cooper

Join Public Health Dietitians from Alberta Health Services who have been working with school communities for 15+ years. They strive to work with various settings and communities so that the healthy choice is the easy choice where people live, learn, work and play. From supporting... Read More →
JL

Thursday February 24, 2022 10:45am - 12:00pm MST
Zoom 32
  Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

10:45am MST

Stop Vaping Before it Starts: What Teachers Need to Know
Alberta Health Services health professionals will discuss vaping and tobacco use amongst youth. Additionally, this session will introduce two school based vaping and tobacco prevention programs which meet the Alberta Program of Studies.
Participants will learn:
 Trends in and prevalence of tobacco and vaping use for school aged youth;
 Components of an effective prevention program;
 How to implement two prevention programs created by Alberta Health Services and partners;
- The Academy of Tobacco Prevention (grades 4 – 6 program)
- GeminAI Rising (grades 7 – 9 program)
 Evaluation results for The Academy for Tobacco Prevention;
 Best Practices for tobacco and like-substance related school based initiatives, including e-cigarettes and vaping.
 A summary of available on-line resources for students, teachers, parents, and administrators to prevent and reduce nicotine use by young people.


Speakers
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Martin McSween

CTE, AC III, AHS
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Thursday February 24, 2022 10:45am - 12:00pm MST
Zoom 34
  Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

10:45am MST

COVID-19's "Parallel Pandemic;" The Mental Health Impact
The Covid-19 pandemic has created a parallel mental health pandemic causing a sharp increase in anxiety and depression symptoms among people of all ages. National award-winning speaker, author and mental health advocate, Wade Sorochan, addresses the new "mental health pandemic" and shares openly about his mental health struggles, which includes being emotionally and mentally abused and abandoned as a child, experiencing five mental breakdowns, eventually hitting rock bottom, and how he is living with mental illness today. Wade's powerful and inspiring message will connect with those who are struggling, and their supporters, providing encouragement and hope. He shares practical tips on how to maintain good mental health, especially during a challenging life event, along with facts about mental illness to help break the silence and end the stigma. Wade Sorochan is recognized as Canada's leading mental health advocate.
Speakers
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Wade Sorochan

Owner, Wade Sorochan Communications
Wade Sorochan is an accomplished broadcaster and national award-winning speaker, author and mental health advocate. Nicknamed the “Tone Arm,” Wade became the first broadcaster in history to spontaneously use song clips to enhance a radio talk show. As a mental illness survivor... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 10:45am - 12:00pm MST
Pre-Recorded
  Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Keynotes and Special Events, Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Keynotes and Special Events, Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4)

10:45am MST

Brain-Friendly Bliss: 
Four Steps to Manage Stress in a Busy, Distracted World
Brain-Friendly Bliss: 
Four Steps to Manage Stress in a Busy, Distracted World
These days life is full of distractions, uncertainty, fear, and worry that has our mind and body working overtime to manage it all. Yes, stress is something we all have to deal with, but left unchecked it will negatively impact health, effectiveness, and overall quality of life.
In this uplifting and educational session, Certified Neurotransformational Coach Barb Earle presents a practical approach to stress management that will help you:
• Learn how your body and mind process stress, and the effect this has on health.
• Identify the key stressors in your life, the meaning behind them, and how they 
influence daily living.
• Learn to reframe those stressors so you can claim higher levels of health, 
happiness, and brilliance.
•Manage your ongoing stress in ways that will ultimately help you 
Live Brilliantly.
Based on the fascinating, growing field of Neuroscience, this four-step process will move you from overwhelming stress to brain-friendly bliss.
Speakers
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Barb Earle

Owner/Director, Life Wide Open
I have been in the health and wellness industry for over fourty years. I am passionate about coaching others to live the best life they can physically, mentally, emotionally, spiritually and intelligently! I am fascinated with anatomy, physiology and the human soul. I forever remain... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 10:45am - 12:00pm MST
Zoom 36
  Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

10:45am MST

The Success-Energy Reset: How to Regain Focus and Recharge Your Life in a Post-Pandemic World
There’s no doubt the pandemic disrupted work and life for educators everywhere, and you rose to the challenge! Now, with so many stressful months behind you, and the world shifting toward ‘normal’, you may feel tired, uninspired, and unclear about next steps. That’s normal by the way. So, maybe you need a reset? In this engaging keynote, Health and Productivity Expert Michelle Cederberg shares research from her new book The Success-Energy Equation that will help you regain focus and recharge work and life after the chaos of Covid. Get clear on your current definition of success; What really matters to you in work and life, and what motivates you? How has COVID changed that? Look at typical barriers that get in the way of success, and how you can effectively navigate them, especially in a post-pandemic world. Discover four science-backed variables that contribute to higher levels of goal success and overall well-being and how to make them work for you, in and out of the classroom. Full of hilarious stories, anecdotes and innovative strategies, this session will help you replace fatigue and uncertainty with focus and productivity.
Speakers
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Thursday February 24, 2022 10:45am - 12:00pm MST
Zoom Webinar 1000-5
  Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Keynotes and Special Events, Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Keynotes and Special Events, Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Keynotes and Special Events, Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Keynotes and Special Events, Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Keynotes and Special Events, Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

10:45am MST

Build Your Healthy School Puzzle with the NEW Canadian Healthy School Standards
Creating a Healthy School Community is not unlike building a puzzle. It takes time, and patience, and if any pieces are missing it's such a bummer! Discover how you can best build your healthy school puzzle through the Canadian Healthy School Standards. In this session, participants will meet the Canadian Healthy Schools Alliance and explore the Healthy School Standards. What are they & how do they look, live and breathe within the school system?
Speakers
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Ever Active Schools

Supporting Healthy School Communities
Ever Active Schools is a charity that supports healthy school communities all across Alberta. We offer professional development opportunities for teachers and administrators on a wide variety of topics to advance well-being in schools. Ever Active Schools puts on annual events such... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 10:45am - 12:00pm MST
Pre-Recorded
  Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Inclusive Education (TQS/LQS 4), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), School Leadership (LQS 1-9) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Inclusive Education (TQS/LQS 4), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), School Leadership (LQS 1-9) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Inclusive Education (TQS/LQS 4), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), School Leadership (LQS 1-9) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Inclusive Education (TQS/LQS 4), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), School Leadership (LQS 1-9)

10:45am MST

It Starts With You And It Starts Now-THIS WILL NOT BE RECORDED.
Being effective and at your best requires you look after yourself first. If you don’t, eventually over time you will feel burnt out and exhausted with little energy left for anyone or anything.
For many of us, putting ourselves first can be difficult as we feel selfish doing so. It starts with you is about looking after yourself first, to bring back the joy in your life, so you can have a better quality of life and continue to effectively help others.
Using a variety of simple techniques I will teach you how to lead a healthier life physically, mentally and emotionally.
If not now, then when?
Speakers
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Susan Agrios

Founder & CEO, Agrios Mindfitness
Agrios MINDFITNESS (Mindfulness Fitness) was born in the connective tissues between health and wellbeing. Susan Agrios changes lives. Online and in person, she teaches fitness, mindfulness and yoga for people and businesses the world over. Before MINDFITNESS, Susan was a K-12 teacher... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 10:45am - 12:00pm MST
Zoom 33
  Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Keynotes and Special Events, Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), School Leadership (LQS 1-9), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Drama & Dance (TQS 3), Physical Education (TQS 3), Music & Band (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Keynotes and Special Events, Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), School Leadership (LQS 1-9), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Drama & Dance (TQS 3), Physical Education (TQS 3), Music & Band (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Keynotes and Special Events, Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), School Leadership (LQS 1-9), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Drama & Dance (TQS 3), Physical Education (TQS 3), Music & Band (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Keynotes and Special Events, Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), School Leadership (LQS 1-9), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Drama & Dance (TQS 3), Physical Education (TQS 3), Music & Band (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Keynotes and Special Events, Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), School Leadership (LQS 1-9), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Drama & Dance (TQS 3), Physical Education (TQS 3), Music & Band (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

10:45am MST

Teaching Sexual Health...The Good, The Bad, and the Downright Awkward!
Yikes! Somebody asked me a question about sexual health…now what!

Teaching sexual health in the classroom can feel awkward and intimidating for all of us!
Why is one breast bigger than the other? How do I know if I am gay? Teacher, when did you start having sex? Why did my daughter learn about birth control at school? Students, parents and teachers have lots of questions about sex and sexual health. Come to this interactive session to have an overview of the Alberta Ed/AHS resources available for educators and supports for your classroom from grades 4-12; and for yourself! Learn how to use the the question box effectively, the different types of questions students ask, how to address slang, and how to deal with those embarrassing and sometimes difficult, personal questions.
Thursday February 24, 2022 10:45am - 12:00pm MST
Zoom 49
  Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4)

10:45am MST

How to Be More Successful (Hint: It’s the Opposite of Doing More)
You have a lot on the go, and you have to admit, you’re pretty good at what you do. In fact, on paper, you look fantastic. The problem is, although you set big goals and accomplish them, you kind of feel like something’s missing. And possibly, that something is the reason why you’re crazy busy, on the go all the time and (although you don’t like to admit it…) exhausted.

What if the missing piece to being even more successful was to take a conscious pause? What if you could amplify your success even more by celebrating yourself? Would you benefit from taking a look back and acknowledging who you’ve become, before plunging forward towards the next goal? (The answer to that last one is a very big yes.)

Why attend this session?
>to discover practical ways to treat yourself with more love and kindness
>to learn how to acknowledge yourself so you feel more fulfilled and appreciated
>to give yourself permission to pause and celebrate
>to stop prolonging your happiness by becoming a better receiver
>to learn how to excel at life outside of productivity

You’ll leave this session with:
>Very clear self-acknowledgement and deep celebration practices that you can implement immediately
>Increased self-love, along with more confidence and a greater sense of connection
>New insights, possibilities and openings (that could truly alter the rest of your life)
>Joy, fulfillment and satisfaction
Speakers
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Christina Marlett

Courageous Self-Care
As the creator of Courageous Self-Care, Christina is passionate about helping stressed-out teachers learn to lead their students, families and themselves from a place of wholeness, overflowing energy and deep self-respect. She excels at helping overwhelmed leaders revitalize their... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 10:45am - 12:00pm MST
Zoom 41
  Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

10:45am MST

Smudging Circle
Participants will be introduced to a smudging circle. They will learn about the different smudges that are utilized in the different nations of Turtle Island. Each smudge utilized is also a medicine. Participants will learn more about these plants as medicines. To smudge is to bring balance of mind, body and spirit and to make a connection to the Creator. Smudging circles are a way to start a talking/sharing circle.
Speakers
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Phillip Campiou

Knowledge Keeper, Elder
Phillip Campiou is a Traditional Woodland Cree who is originally from Driftpile Cree Nation, Alberta. He now resides in the Onoway area. As a young man, his father taught Phillip how to be self-sufficient and live off the land. Inherent in these teachings was an unwavering respect... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 10:45am - 12:00pm MST
Zoom 30
  Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Diversity, Equity & Human Rights (TQS/LQS 4), Inclusive Education (TQS/LQS 4), Indigenous Education (TQS/LQS 5) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Diversity, Equity & Human Rights (TQS/LQS 4), Inclusive Education (TQS/LQS 4), Indigenous Education (TQS/LQS 5) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Diversity, Equity & Human Rights (TQS/LQS 4), Inclusive Education (TQS/LQS 4), Indigenous Education (TQS/LQS 5) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Diversity, Equity & Human Rights (TQS/LQS 4), Inclusive Education (TQS/LQS 4), Indigenous Education (TQS/LQS 5) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Diversity, Equity & Human Rights (TQS/LQS 4), Inclusive Education (TQS/LQS 4), Indigenous Education (TQS/LQS 5)

11:35am MST

Lessons Learned from Climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro
In 2011, Susanne climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak at 5,895 meters. Through the climb and descent of this mountain, she draws parallels to the ups and downs that occur in life. Participants receive inspiring information to encourage risk taking and to value their unique capabilities.
This is a practical presentation to encourage creative action plans. Susanne's storytelling provides valuable examples of personal awareness lessons for teams both professionally and personally.
Speakers
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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 11:35am - 12:20pm MST
Pre-Recorded
  Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Professional Issues (TQS 6) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Professional Issues (TQS 6) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Professional Issues (TQS 6) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Professional Issues (TQS 6) |   Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Professional Issues (TQS 6)

11:35am MST

Helping Kids Grow Up Great
Do you want to help children & youth thrive, promote positive behavior and build positive connections? Do you want to help young people avoid risky behaviour?

Developmental assets are the building blocks of healthy development that help children grow up caring, responsible and resilient. Developmental relationships are close connections through which children and youth discover who they are, learn how to engage with the world around them, and learn ways to shape their own lives.
You will learn about these two frameworks, as well as:

• Factors that contribute to the healthy development of children & youth.
• What you can do to help build skills, experiences and opportunities for children & youth.
• How building on young people’s strengths can help prevent alcohol and drug abuse and other risky behaviours.
• The 5 key elements to make your relationship with young people powerful.
Speakers
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Rania Page

A strong believer in the value of addiction prevention and mental health promotion, Rania Page is currently a Health Promotion Facilitator with Alberta Health Services. Throughout her 23 year career, Rania’s roles at AADAC/AHS included providing treatment services to youth and adults... Read More →
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Denise Freden

My interest for physical activity and health promotion began in high school with a great physical education teacher and mentor. This lead me to take a College Diploma at Red Deer College in Fitness & Health Promotion and later to complete my Bachelor of Physical Education from the... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 11:35am - 12:20pm MST
Pre-Recorded
  Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

12:30pm MST

Stressed Out? Take a Nature Break!
Science is finally starting to catch up with what Indigenous people, poets, sages and mystics intuitively knew. Nature heals, Naturally. Join Susanne for a science backed interactive session to learn how to immediately put into practice natural healing practices with nature that will benefit physical, mental and emotional wellness. The PowerPoint presentation is found here: https://albertateachersassociation-my.sharepoint.com/:f:/g/personal/catca_ata_ab_ca/EiPjmbFzwS9ApsWka8hOdE8BTLfMdyw9uSuHqYL6wq6myQ?e=FASD5p
Speakers
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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 12:30pm - 1:15pm MST
Pre-Recorded
  Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Environmental & Outdoor Education (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Environmental & Outdoor Education (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Environmental & Outdoor Education (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Environmental & Outdoor Education (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

12:30pm MST

Simple Practices for a Joyful Retirement
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.
Speakers
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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 →

Thursday February 24, 2022 12:30pm - 1:15pm MST
Zoom 26
  Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Professional Issues (TQS 6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Professional Issues (TQS 6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Professional Issues (TQS 6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Professional Issues (TQS 6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Professional Issues (TQS 6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

12:30pm MST

Let's Double Down on Quality Health and Physical Education
HPE is mandated, scheduled and available to every school and division, and it greatly supports student learning and well-being, whether in person or online. Throughout this session, the Health and Physical Education specialist council and Ever Active Schools will share current success stories from leading educators around the province, and feature free and low cost resources to support these core subject areas. We guarantee you’ll have one or two activities to try with your students right away!
Speakers
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Ever Active Schools

Supporting Healthy School Communities
Ever Active Schools is a charity that supports healthy school communities all across Alberta. We offer professional development opportunities for teachers and administrators on a wide variety of topics to advance well-being in schools. Ever Active Schools puts on annual events such... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 12:30pm - 1:45pm MST
Pre-Recorded
  Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Physical Education (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Physical Education (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Physical Education (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Physical Education (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

12:30pm MST

Transforming Classrooms - Gaining skills to be effective in the K-12 class and beyond.
Do you find that you end the day and wonder what just happened? Why did that class go sideways? Why did that student react the way they did? How could I have been more effective? We've all been there! We know we need to make connections to bridge the communication gap. The problem is, how do we do it? This session introduces you to the SILA Skills Transforming Classrooms Workshop where you learn the How along with the What and the Why of connecting and communicating effectively.
This session is applicable to K-12 teachers and administration.
In this seminar, you will begin to learn the skills which will help you to
Introduce you to the purpose and passion of SILA Skills.
*Show the background of DBT Skills, of which SILA Skills workshops are based.
*Share the superhero powers gained through a SILA Skills Workshop.
*Give you a taste of the skills you will learn in a SILA Skills Transforming Classrooms workshop.
*Demonstrate the transformative effect that a SILA Skills Workshop can bring to your everyday life.
At the conclusion of this session, you will have some practical skills you can start using as soon as you leave the workshop. You will leave feeling hopeful and inspired to do things differently in your classrooms on Monday.
You will also have the opportunity to register for the Transforming Classrooms Workshop where you will delve deeper into the skills which will transform your teaching practice, and really your life!

How is this session related to teaching practices?
When you take a SILA Skills Transforming Classrooms Workshop, you will effectively address the Alberta Teacher Quality Standards #1 Fostering Effective Relationships and #4 Establishing Inclusive Learning Environments.
Today’s seminar introduces you to the Transforming Classrooms workshop and offers opportunities to register for an upcoming workshop. You won’t be disappointed!
Speakers
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Kelly Maxwell

Faciliator/Co-Founder, the SILA Skills Group
Kelly Maxwell (B.Ed ‘89, M.Ed ‘16) is an elementary school teacher in rural Alberta.  After 30-plus years of teaching, her passion for educating continues.  She has been and continues to be involved with professional development within her school district and at local Teachers... Read More →
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Thursday February 24, 2022 12:30pm - 1:45pm MST
Zoom 35
  Division 1 (Gr 1-3), School Leadership (LQS 1-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), School Leadership (LQS 1-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), School Leadership (LQS 1-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), School Leadership (LQS 1-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

12:30pm MST

Boost your Productivity & Life Satisfaction with the Sunday Review
In all her years of coaching clients for wildly successful lives and her own personal lifelong quest for organization, productivity and personal fulfillment, Self-Care Expert, Christina Marlett, has never found a better tool than the Sacred Success Sunday Review.

When you attend this session, you’ll be guided through her proprietary weekly review process (even though it won’t be Sunday) so that you’ll have the template to implement it week after week.

Christina has found that her clients who consistently do the Sunday Review:

>learn to be kinder and gentler with themselves
>discover what’s really important in their lives and how to make time for it
>are more productive and efficient
>manifest life-changing miracles
>have more fun
>uncover previously hidden habits that were sabotaging their progress and keeping them stuck
>pinpoint how to make lasting changes that result in better health, more happiness and even epic relationships

Join us for the most impactful session you’ll attend all year.
Speakers
avatar for Christina Marlett

Christina Marlett

Courageous Self-Care
As the creator of Courageous Self-Care, Christina is passionate about helping stressed-out teachers learn to lead their students, families and themselves from a place of wholeness, overflowing energy and deep self-respect. She excels at helping overwhelmed leaders revitalize their... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 12:30pm - 1:45pm MST
Zoom 40
  Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

12:30pm MST

Handle with Care: A go-to guide for self care
Self-care is essential for managing stress, preventing burnout, and being our best selves (or even just our okay selves:)! This session will look at why self-care isn’t selfish (let that guilt go!) and provide participants with a variety of strategies to get back to the basics of feeling good and able to take on life’s challenges.
Speakers
avatar for Ariel Haubrich

Ariel Haubrich

Consultant/ Trainer/ Private Practitioner, Learning Network
Ariel Haubrich works in school

Thursday February 24, 2022 12:30pm - 1:45pm MST
Zoom 34
  Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Professional Issues (TQS 6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Professional Issues (TQS 6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Professional Issues (TQS 6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Professional Issues (TQS 6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Professional Issues (TQS 6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

12:30pm MST

Leading through Resilience: Supporting Vulnerable Youth within their Educational Journey
Join Willem as he shares his experience through the child welfare system, whilst navigating his own educational journey. Learn how he leads through resilience despite hardships he’s faced along the way. Willem Fraser creates an intimate experience with his audience. He will impart the audience with in-depth knowledge and understanding of strategies to support vulnerable youth through their educational journey. He hopes to empower educators through a hopeful message that they can support youth from various walks of life to become leaders of resilience too.
Speakers
WF

Thursday February 24, 2022 12:30pm - 1:45pm MST
Pre-Recorded
  Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Inclusive Education (TQS/LQS 4), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Inclusive Education (TQS/LQS 4), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Inclusive Education (TQS/LQS 4), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Inclusive Education (TQS/LQS 4), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4) |   Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Inclusive Education (TQS/LQS 4), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4)

12:30pm MST

Looking Ahead to New Adventures
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.
Speakers
avatar for Amanda Shaw

Amanda Shaw

CMO, ARTA
Amanda Shaw holds a commerce degree with a focus in marketing from the University of Alberta, and a CAAP accreditation from the Institute of Communications Agencies. She has worked in a variety of industries, including marketing and operations for both private organizations and with... Read More →
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 →
avatar for Lorna Mcilroy

Lorna Mcilroy

president, Alberta Retired Teachers Association
Lorna is the current ARTA President and has a keen interest in the issues that impact her present and future retired colleagues and with ARTA, Lorna seeks to provide a smooth transition into a fulfilling retirement with the best options for members. These include member-centred services... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 12:30pm - 1:45pm MST
Zoom 47
  Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

12:30pm MST

Writing that Stirs the Heart
Participants will learn how to use creative writing in two important ways. First, as an introspective, self-care tool to mend, strengthen and restore joy to the writer’s heart. See how words can foster a renewed sense of peace, passion, and purpose. Secondly, how to craft stronger writing, tell captivating stories, and communicate powerfully to move the hearts of readers. Writing styles of focus include: free writing, memoir, poetry, and fiction.
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 →

Thursday February 24, 2022 12:30pm - 1:45pm MST
Pre-Recorded
  Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Language Arts (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Reflection/Collaboration (TQS/LQS 2) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Language Arts (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Reflection/Collaboration (TQS/LQS 2) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Language Arts (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Reflection/Collaboration (TQS/LQS 2)

12:30pm MST

A Protocol for Schools to address Suicidal Ideation amongst Students
In recent years the importance of child and adolescent mental health has been discussed in many forums, including within the education sector. Interest in mental health supports has also increased as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic. As well, suicide has been identified as a leading cause of death for Canadian youth and building mental health capacity is a responsibility of all human services sectors to comprehensively address suicide prevention and intervention.

School staff play a vital role in the identification of mental health concerns, including the identification of risk for suicide and supporting youth to seek help when expressing suicidal thoughts or behaviour. Over the course of a career working within a school setting, it is not unusual for a school staff to experience an instance when they need to meet the immediate mental health needs of a student and/or maintain their safety. However, school staff often report feeling uncertain about how to best support a student in these circumstances.

A School-based Suicidal Ideation Response Protocol (SI Protocol) was launched in August 2019 by Alberta Health Services and is highlighted in the Alberta Government’s Pathways to hope: best practices in suicide prevention for Alberta schools (April 2020). It offers a standardized and structured approach for all roles within a school, whether school teachers/support staff, school mental health providers, or school administrators. The protocol contains a step-by-step process for responding to a distressed student, with activities that are appropriate to the person’s role and training. Implementation of the SI Protocol is supported by online training (freely available through the Alberta Health Services Mental Health Online Resources for Educators website; https://more.hmhc.ca).
The SI Protocol can be adopted by an individual school staff member, a school, or across an entire school authority. Between 2019 and 2021 a number of school authorities across Alberta have implemented the SI Protocol. They have provided positive feedback about its impact to date.

This presentation will provide an overview of the SI Protocol, describe the benefits experienced by early adopters, and highlight the evaluation findings to date. It will also outline the results of recent research related to completely suicide risk assessments virtually and what to pay particular attention to.

This presentation will benefit you if you:
- are interested in support child and adolescent mental health in education settings,
- are interested in improving your comfort or confidence in addressing suicidal ideation,
- want a better understanding of the roles and responsibilities within a school setting related to suicide intervention, and
- want to provide the most appropriate response for a student and their family.
Speakers
avatar for Chris Pawluk

Chris Pawluk

Psychologist, Hexagon Psychology
Chris is a Registered Psychologist in private practice in Airdrie, Alberta. Over the years, Chris has worked with universities across Canada to facilitate research projects and offer high-quality trainings for teachers, psychologists, speech pathologists, and occupational therapists... Read More →
KN
avatar for Emily Matejko

Emily Matejko

Project Manager, HOPELab University of Calgary
Emily joined the HOPELab Research Team in August 2019 after graduating with an MA in counselling psychology from McGill University. Emily worked one-on-one with clients for 7 years helping them identify and overcome maladaptive relationship beliefs and patterns. Her research interests... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 12:30pm - 1:45pm MST
Zoom 38
  Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Inclusive Education (TQS/LQS 4), School Leadership (LQS 1-9), Special Education (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Inclusive Education (TQS/LQS 4), School Leadership (LQS 1-9), Special Education (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4)

12:30pm MST

How to Make a Hero - Heroes Programs
According to a study from the Government of Canada, 70% of mental health problems have their onset during childhood or adolescence.

After spending decades working on the ground with youth who struggled with addictions and mental health, our team realized a common pattern across a collection of individual stories: a profound event occurring from the ages of 11-14 that set the youth’s life on a trajectory for using. It was clear that something had to be done before these kids started using that gave them the resilience to overcome the traumatic event that would have set them on the path to being an addict.

Impact Society is an Alberta-based charitable organization with the mission to help grow the confidence and resiliency of youth so they can build long-term values that contribute to a flourishing life. Founded in 1998, Impact Society is dedicated to helping community leaders, educators, and youth workers understand the process necessary to build up young people’s strengths. By working with, supporting, and celebrating educators, we can help youth undercover their unique gifts and abilities that will allow them to impact themselves and the world around them.

Our goal is to empower 1 million children across Canada to uncover their unique gifts and abilities.

The Heroes programs are curriculum-based resources for students, communities, and families that improve youth’s mental health and well-being. The Heroes programs are strength-based and science-backed to help young people grow in their capacity to relate to others, support each other, and build a flourishing community. Our programs do not merely teach the psychology behind mental illness and addictions, but rather equip youth with the values, confidence, and resilience to overcome life’s traumatic obstacles.

Each of the Heroes programs is designed for a unique member of the educational journey. The Heroes and Heroes 2 programs are designed for youth and educators from grades 6-10. Heroes at Home is a strength-based program for caregivers looking to extend the system of support beyond the classroom. While the Heroes are Warriors program is our Heroes program with Indigenous contextualization. It is a simple but effective twelve-session character education experience that helps participants see and build what’s already inside them—greatness.


Over 200,000 students, educators, and caregivers have participated to date and through extensive research to analyze the effectiveness of our programs, we can confidently say that the Heroes program empowers youth to seize opportunities and overcome challenges. Research shows that our evidence-based Heroes programs reduce negative actions and behaviours that can be considered harmful to the community and addresses prejudice and discrimination to create more respectful, equal, and positive communities. Our research shows:

The Heroes programs inspire youth to succeed. Studies on program participants show a 16% increase in school involvement, 19% increase in commitment to learning and a 32% increase in family communication. Following the program, 67% of students feel more optimistic about life and set personal life goals.

Circumstances, fears, and labels are addressed, broken down, and turned into strengths. This is shown by a 23% increase in self-esteem and a 35% increase in self-efficacy.
Confident youth perform better in school and life. Strengths central to the commitment to learning see significant increases. The importance of achievement increases by 27%, school engagement by 17% and school work by 14%.


We understand the role that educators play in helping us achieve our goal of serving 1 million of Canada’s youth. Our programs are a cost-effective investment for educators and caregivers interested in interrupting the patterns of addictions, and instead, giving youth the tools necessary to overcome adversity and create impact.
Speakers
avatar for Jordan Remple

Jordan Remple

Heroes Program Director, The Impact Society
“Our vision is for every young person to have the tools and system of support they need to live a flourishing life.”Impact Society has been developing curriculum resources for students, educators, communities and families for over 25 years. Our signature program, Heroes, follows... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 12:30pm - 1:45pm MST
Zoom 33
  Division 4 (Gr 10-12), School Leadership (LQS 1-9), Diversity, Equity & Human Rights (TQS/LQS 4), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), School Leadership (LQS 1-9), Diversity, Equity & Human Rights (TQS/LQS 4), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

12:30pm MST

ASEBP Benefit Overview Presentation
Whether you’re a new covered member or not, this session can help you learn about the wide range of benefits, programs and services we offer.
In this presentation you’ll discover how to get the most from your coverage, our different tools and platforms, the benefits of spending accounts and more
Speakers
LN

Thursday February 24, 2022 12:30pm - 1:45pm MST
Zoom 42
  Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

12:30pm MST

Don’t Worry beHAPPY
Stress is disruptive to our lives and can negatively impact our emotional and physical wellbeing.
Grab a blanket, pillow, dim the lights and experience profound relaxation for your body and mind. All you have to do is lie there as Susan guides you through a deep meditation known as Yoga Nidra.
Yoga Nidra (Guided Meditation): an ancient technique, thousands of years old, that Susan studied with Yoga Masters in India having done her advanced training in this area.This session includes body sensing, pranayam (breathwork) and manomaya kosha – emotions (happiness/anger).
Our presenter does not wish to keep this recording till April 30th.
Speakers
avatar for Susan Agrios

Susan Agrios

Founder & CEO, Agrios Mindfitness
Agrios MINDFITNESS (Mindfulness Fitness) was born in the connective tissues between health and wellbeing. Susan Agrios changes lives. Online and in person, she teaches fitness, mindfulness and yoga for people and businesses the world over. Before MINDFITNESS, Susan was a K-12 teacher... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 12:30pm - 1:45pm MST
Pre-Recorded
  Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Physical Education (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Keynotes and Special Events |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Physical Education (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Keynotes and Special Events |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Physical Education (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Keynotes and Special Events |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Physical Education (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Keynotes and Special Events |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Physical Education (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Keynotes and Special Events

12:30pm MST

Mindfulness for Health, Peace and Ease (even in your classroom!)
A fun session to make life easier… even in your classroom! Mindfulness is a proven way to reduce stress and improve health (physical, emotional and mental). In this fun, interactive session you’ll learn simple, effective mindfulness tools - such as meditative and breathing techniques - for yourself & your students to increase: Presence; Calm; Peace; Focus; Performance; and Co-operation. Thirty+ years of research show Mindfulness benefits to also include Stress Reduction, Reduced Depression, Improved Attitudes & Behaviours, Strengthened Relationships. Additional resources are found here: https://albertateachersassociation-my.sharepoint.com/:f:/g/personal/catca_ata_ab_ca/EvXuFgLGUVVOjjAmbQqA2NIB05FZJ10TnkMK6sFsiXzAxQ?e=ufgiFO
Speakers
avatar for Tina Thrussel

Tina Thrussel

Facilitator, Best U Can B Inc
Tina Thrussell has been facilitating impactful, interactive, personal expansion experiences for 16+ years. Her light-hearted energy and contagious enthusiasm have contributed to her reputation as The Feel Good Lady. This deep lover of life has inspired thousands of people over the... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 12:30pm - 3:30pm MST
Pre-Recorded
  Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Curriculum & Pedagogy (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Curriculum & Pedagogy (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Curriculum & Pedagogy (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Curriculum & Pedagogy (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Curriculum & Pedagogy (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

12:30pm MST

Crayola Collage Cards
Mix Crayola crayons with watercolor paints to create a series of seasonal celebration cards. From Valentine’s Day to Easter, Mother’s Day and Christmas; this technique will be your go to favourite for many classroom projects! Learn how to craft basic shapes from your painted papers for collaging. Add some fun letters to complete your designs! Card making has never been so enjoyable!
If you would like to get a package sent to you with all the supplies do pay $25 and contact Sally at the following email: sallytowerssybblis@icloud.com with your address before FEB 7.
Supplies for this session:
1 - box of Crayola crayons
1 - set of watercolor paints (any brand)
1 - round watercolor brush (size 7-12)
Water container
Rag
Scissors
Ruler
Glue stick
Pencil
Eraser
A very fine black pen such as an ultra fine sharpie or size 01 black micron pigma pen or PN black pigma pen.
1 - 9x12” piece of mixed media paper
A fine tip black sharpie
4 - 8.5x11” sheets of white cardstock
1 - 5x7” piece of 140lb. Watercolor paper
1 - 8.5x11” sheet of black cardstock
3 sheets of computer paper
NOTE: Delegates who have purchased the art kit for this class will also need a glue stick as there isn’t one in the art kit.
Speakers
avatar for Sally Towers-Sybblis

Sally Towers-Sybblis

Artist
Sally Towers-Sybblis is a full time mixed media artist from Red Deer, Alberta. Her whimsical style of art often incorporates a combination of lettering, watercolor, acrylics or book making. Her work has been featured in various publications including “The Lettering Arts Review... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 12:30pm - 3:30pm MST
Pre-Recorded
  Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Language Arts (TQS 3), Art (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Language Arts (TQS 3), Art (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Language Arts (TQS 3), Art (TQS 3) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Language Arts (TQS 3), Art (TQS 3)

12:30pm MST

Dare to Lead™ in the Classroom
Dare to Lead™ is an empirically based courage-building program based on the research of Dr. Brené Brown, research professor and author of five #1 New York Times bestsellers. This training focuses on the four skill sets of courage identified through Brené’s research. These skill sets are 100% teachable, making daring leadership possible for all seeking to be brave and cultivate courageous cultures.

Highlighted Focus Areas:

Skill Set #1: Rumbling With Vulnerability
Define your call to courage as a leader
Understand the role of courage and vulnerability in daring leadership
Understand shame and empathy and their role in daring leadership
Recognize armor and articulate how it gets in the way of daring leadership
Understand the behaviors of armored versus daring leadership
Understand how to develop grounded confidence to replace your armor

Skill Set #2: Living Into Our Values
Learn how values operate in our lives and their role in integrity and daring leadership
Identify your core values and operationalize them into observable behaviors
Learn the daring skills that support you in tough conversations

Skill Set #3: Braving Trust
Understand how trust is built and its role in connection and psychological safety
Learn the seven elements of trust and identify observable behaviors for these elements

Skill Set #4: Learning To Rise
Learn the critical role curiosity and emotional literacy play in developing rising skills
Recognize common strategies for offloading emotions and learn more effective behaviors for managing them
Understand how our brain is wired for stories and how the stories we create affect our behavior and ability to effectively lead and interact with others
Learn how to rumble with our stories
Speakers
avatar for Kimberly Knull

Kimberly Knull

Owner, Courageous Leadership
Kimberly Knull is a Registered Psychologist, motivational speaker and trained by Brené Brown as a Dare to Lead™ facilitator. She’s the Co-Founder of Momentum Walk-In Counselling Society, a non-profit mental health counselling agency for those who would otherwise be unable to... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 12:30pm - 3:30pm MST
Zoom 43
  Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

12:30pm MST

Drum Circle Music Activity (no musical experience required)
Accessible to all, this interactive and multicultural workshop provides teachers with the necessary tools to facilitate a drum circle using an innovative method created 25 years ago. With more than 30 drums and other percussion instruments from around the world, Louise Raymond guides participants through traditional rhythms, percussive techniques, songs: African dialect, English, Spanish and French, traditional dance and rhythm activities. The workshop culminates with sample improvisational activities that create a rich learning environment for children.

Through this workshop, teachers will acquire an additional educational technique that stimulates the artistic and intellectual creativity in children and reinforces cognitive development. Workshop participants will leave with tools and ideas to encourage children to explore their sense of rhythm and celebrate community! No musical experience is required!
Speakers
avatar for Louise Raymond

Louise Raymond

English and French Music Session/ Music, Malicounda Dance Company
Depuis plus de 25 ans, Malicounda a touché la vie de milliers de personnes - enfants, adolescents, adultes et aînés - à un rythme soutenu. Louise voyage à l’échelle du Canada et des États-Unis dans le but d’inspirer des entreprises et des écoles à renforcer les liens... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 12:30pm - 3:30pm MST
Zoom 44
  Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Drama & Dance (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Music & Band (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Drama & Dance (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Music & Band (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Drama & Dance (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Music & Band (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Drama & Dance (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Music & Band (TQS 3) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Drama & Dance (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Music & Band (TQS 3)

1:20pm MST

From CHAOS to Courageous Conversations
From CHAOS to Courageous Conversations
What if . . . we could work together to help regulate a teen's emotions?
What if . . . we could reduce bullying?
What if . . . we could break through social isolation and prevent a teen or young persons from taking their life?
What if . . . you had the skills to juggle your own adult feelings while trying to address your teen's feelings?
What if . . . CHAOS and CRISIS could be a stepping stone?
What if . . . this could be an opportunity to have conversation and create resilience?

These topics and so much more. Who could benefit? Come join me in this session.

We live in desperate and unpredictable times with mental health going through the roof. Having more than 35 years in education, I want to help continue to transform people's lives, including teachers, administrators, parents and especially our youth. It is essential that we create connections, have courageous conversations and establish relationships so that kids don't fall through the cracks: not knowing if anyone hears/listens to them, understands them. values them or if anyone even cares!
Speakers
avatar for Elizabeth Bennett

Elizabeth Bennett

Author, speaker, ElizabethBennettGroup
Elizabeth Bennett helps parents navigate the world of teenager. Some call her the Teen Genie ~ who’s unlocked the secret of how to confidently connect with teenagers, gleaned from her 35-year career in schools as an educator, administrator, coach and Principal.Elizabeth offers a... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 1:20pm - 2:05pm MST
Zoom 25
  Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

1:45pm MST

HOW TO RECHARGE YOUR TEACHER BATTERY
This session is based on the fact that teaching is ranked as one of the top jobs to become a “burnt out” statistic before 5 years. While that issue has no one size fits all answer to it. There are some steps and resources teachers can use to recharge their energy and teacher battery to love teaching again. This all begins with practicing self care. In this session participants will by: The 3 “R’s”: Rethink, Recharge, Re-Love. Their teaching careers through a self care lens. To have access to this video you will need sign up with the following Google Form:https://forms.gle/UsdgGceaxX5mrMRx6
Speakers
JR

Thursday February 24, 2022 1:45pm - 2:15pm MST
Summer TYHO Tuesday Sessions
  Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

1:45pm MST

FILLING YOUR CUP: HOW TO CARE FOR YOURSELF, WHILE ALSO CARING FOR YOUR STUDENTS
There is no job quite like being a teacher. Many of us are putting our heart and soul into the classroom each day. While our passion and dedication is admirable, it can be hard to maintain that when dealing with tricky obstacles or tough situations. Do you ever find yourself running on empty? Most, if not all, teachers have felt this way at one point in their careers. This session will discuss 5 questions to ask yourself when experiencing a setback, and how to use those questions with our students as well. By focusing some attention on filling your own cup, you are helping to prevent teacher burnout and will likely be better teacher in the future.This is a pre-recorded session that is offered by TYHO (Teach Your Heart Out). To have access to this video you will need sign up with the following Google Form:https://forms.gle/UsdgGceaxX5mrMRx6
Thursday February 24, 2022 1:45pm - 2:15pm MST
Summer TYHO Tuesday Sessions
  Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

2:15pm MST

Look Forward to Retirement!
Teachers who are thinking of retirement are often fearful to leave a profession that has been their passion. How do you move from an all consuming career to a life of retirement? Embrace this new phase of your life! Let me give you some ideas and inspiration to help you ease into this transition. Celebrate this change!
Speakers
avatar for Rhonda Hunter

Rhonda Hunter

Rhonda is a retired teacher of 37 years. She taught students from kindergarten to adult in a variety of settings. She has used her love of learning to transition to the retired life.

Thursday February 24, 2022 2:15pm - 3:00pm MST
Zoom 30
  Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

2:15pm MST

Dealing with Grief, Naturally
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 2:15pm - 3:00pm MST
Pre-Recorded
  Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

2:15pm MST

Relax, renew and refocus. All you have to do is lie there.
Stress is disruptive to our lives and can negatively impact our emotional and physical wellbeing.
Grab a blanket, pillow, dim the lights and experience profound relaxation for your body and mind. All you have to do is lie there as Susan guides you through a deep meditation known as Yoga Nidra.
Yoga Nidra (Guided Meditation): an ancient technique, thousands of years old, that Susan studied with Yoga Masters in India having done her advanced training in this area.This session includes body sensing, pranayam (breathwork) and manomaya kosha – emotions (confident/worry).
Our presenter does not wish to keep this recording till April 30th.
Speakers
avatar for Susan Agrios

Susan Agrios

Founder & CEO, Agrios Mindfitness
Agrios MINDFITNESS (Mindfulness Fitness) was born in the connective tissues between health and wellbeing. Susan Agrios changes lives. Online and in person, she teaches fitness, mindfulness and yoga for people and businesses the world over. Before MINDFITNESS, Susan was a K-12 teacher... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 2:15pm - 3:00pm MST
Pre-Recorded
  Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Physical Education (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Keynotes and Special Events |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Physical Education (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Keynotes and Special Events |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Physical Education (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Keynotes and Special Events |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Physical Education (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Keynotes and Special Events |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Physical Education (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Keynotes and Special Events

2:15pm MST

Energize your Classroom (indoors and outside) with Ever Active Schools
Physical activity for students of all ages offers many benefits above and beyond physical health. This workshop will offer practical tips on how to incorporate physical activity into any subject area, featuring Ever Active Schools’ latest resources and videos. We will share ideas for embedding physical activity both inside and outside. Join us in learning how to re-energize your students, break up sedentary time, and create embodied learning experiences.
Speakers
avatar for Ever Active Schools

Ever Active Schools

Supporting Healthy School Communities
Ever Active Schools is a charity that supports healthy school communities all across Alberta. We offer professional development opportunities for teachers and administrators on a wide variety of topics to advance well-being in schools. Ever Active Schools puts on annual events such... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 2:15pm - 3:30pm MST
Pre-Recorded
  Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Curriculum & Pedagogy (TQS 3), Environmental & Outdoor Education (TQS 3), Physical Education (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Curriculum & Pedagogy (TQS 3), Environmental & Outdoor Education (TQS 3), Physical Education (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Curriculum & Pedagogy (TQS 3), Environmental & Outdoor Education (TQS 3), Physical Education (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Curriculum & Pedagogy (TQS 3), Environmental & Outdoor Education (TQS 3), Physical Education (TQS 3)

2:15pm MST

Healthy School Makerspace
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.

This session will help teachers to design a plan for health and wellness in their classrooms. It will offer helpful strategies and virtual tools to inspire healthy changes in the classroom and throughout the entire school.


Speakers
avatar for Matt Mitschke

Matt Mitschke

Health Promotion Facilitator, Healthy Schools, Alberta Health Services
Matt is a Health Promotion Facilitator with the Healthy Schools team at Alberta Health Services. He partners with school authorities and other stakeholders to implement effective and coordinated initiatives that improve wellbeing in schools using a Comprehensive School Health framework... Read More →
avatar for Christine Vokins

Christine Vokins

Health Promotion Facilitator, AHS
Christine Vokins is a Health Promotion Facilitator with the AHS Healthy Schools Team. She encourages school authorities to utilize Comprehensive School Health (CSH), an internationally recognized and effective approach for building healthy school communities. She has been in this... Read More →
avatar for Melaney Sexsmith

Melaney Sexsmith

Health Promotion Facilitator, AHS
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 →
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Melanie Vance

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 →
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Theresa McIsaac

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 →

Thursday February 24, 2022 2:15pm - 3:30pm MST
Zoom 46
  Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

2:15pm MST

School and Author-Artist Collaborations in the Time of COVID
Join award-winning artist, bestselling author, and education advocate Alexis Marie Chute as she shares her round-up of ideas for schools looking for ways to collaborate with artists and writers in their community while maintaining COVID protocols. She discusses project ideas, virtual residencies, cooperative exhibitions, tech options, and multi-disciplinary art incubators. This program emphasizes the importance of collaboration and new ways of looking at programming in the time of COVID.

The round-up will include art, tech, writing, and cross curricular ideas. The session will also address practical concerns such as safety, funding, and timeline considerations, as well as ways to discover and connect with community creatives.
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 →

Thursday February 24, 2022 2:15pm - 3:30pm MST
Pre-Recorded
  Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Technology (TQS/LQS 2), Language Arts (TQS 3), Drama & Dance (TQS 3), Art (TQS 3), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Special Education (TQS 3), Keynotes and Special Events |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Technology (TQS/LQS 2), Language Arts (TQS 3), Drama & Dance (TQS 3), Art (TQS 3), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Special Education (TQS 3), Keynotes and Special Events |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Technology (TQS/LQS 2), Language Arts (TQS 3), Drama & Dance (TQS 3), Art (TQS 3), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Special Education (TQS 3), Keynotes and Special Events |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Technology (TQS/LQS 2), Language Arts (TQS 3), Drama & Dance (TQS 3), Art (TQS 3), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Special Education (TQS 3), Keynotes and Special Events

2:15pm MST

How to Get More Energy (without caffeine!)
Have you ever wished you had more energy… maybe around 1:00pm (or 8:00am or 7:00pm) when your body is crying out for its caffeine fix or a nice comfy couch and a mindless show? What if you learned how to create your own energy instead of riding the highs and lows that dictate your life and keep you stuck?

Attend this session to learn how to transform your life with the Energy Codes. You’ll learn how to activate untapped energy and neurocircuitry in your body, empower your hidden potential, and become one with your true self.

Sounds a bit out-there? Not to worry. It’s grounded in energy medicine, neurobiology, and quantum physics. You’ll discover how to awaken your true health, eliminate pain, master your emotions and activate so much energy that it overflows. Free yourself from the roller coaster and become the true master of your life.
Speakers
avatar for Christina Marlett

Christina Marlett

Courageous Self-Care
As the creator of Courageous Self-Care, Christina is passionate about helping stressed-out teachers learn to lead their students, families and themselves from a place of wholeness, overflowing energy and deep self-respect. She excels at helping overwhelmed leaders revitalize their... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 2:15pm - 3:30pm MST
Zoom 35
  Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

2:15pm MST

Living the Warrior's Code
An interactive and engaging talk featuring sections on my near death crash, recover and things learned. Goal setting, Clarity, Willingness to change and more. Additionally some amazing pieces utilizing Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs to understand current division and conflict in the world and how to get along and be compassionate. So see a recording of it hosted on Zoom for another conference: https://youtu.be/VhyIPKCnj4I In addition to Health and Fitness, I also have another current talk on how and why to pivot in life. This talk features discussions on getting the most out of life, how saying yes to things means no to other things, and how the subconscious mind governs our day. To see that talk in action: https://youtu.be/ZbVo4mXYrcI
Here are other videos that Scott has made:
www.scottyfit.com My Main Website
www.warriorcodefilm.com The Award winning, Family friendly, Inspiring Documentary.
www.21daynutritionreset.com Ready to drop 7-10lbs, look and feel better in just 21 days?
Speakers
avatar for Scott McDermott

Scott McDermott

Owner, Warrior Code Training
His is the Bio most requested for introductions: After a 13 year career in Architecture had Scott overweight, sick and stressed, Scott made a change, got super fit and then built a 15,000 square foot gym in 2002; Best Body Fitness. Next, he wrote a book about health and fitness called... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 2:15pm - 3:30pm MST
Zoom 24
  Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1) |   Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1)

2:15pm MST

Photography as a Tool for Developing Observational Skills and Self-Awareness
In an age of phone cameras and photo quantity over quality, an examination of Photography itself can be used to flip the script. Historical photographic practices will be examined for how they can slow us down from quick, thoughtless documentation to intentional, considered observation. “Photo challenges” are opportunities for mindful presence. The work of creating impactful and meaningful photos often begins well before picking up the camera. Explore ways to develop the skills of observation and awareness using the camera and photograph as the creative prompt.
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 →

Thursday February 24, 2022 2:15pm - 3:30pm MST
Pre-Recorded
  Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Career & Technology Studies/Foundations (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Technology (TQS/LQS 2), Art (TQS 3), Environmental & Outdoor Education (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Career & Technology Studies/Foundations (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Technology (TQS/LQS 2), Art (TQS 3), Environmental & Outdoor Education (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Career & Technology Studies/Foundations (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Technology (TQS/LQS 2), Art (TQS 3), Environmental & Outdoor Education (TQS 3)

2:15pm MST

CBT Techniques for the School Helper
This session is for teachers and counsellors who wish to develop helping tools for themselves and their students. Participants will learn and apply the cognitive-behavioural techniques of locus of control, cost-benefit analysis using scales, the feared fantasy, the double-standard, the acceptance paradox, and the shame pie to themselves so that they can get a sense of how the techniques are intended to help. Participants will require a pencil and piece of paper to participate in the session; however, participants will not be expected to share what particular problems they are utilizing the techniques for.
Speakers
avatar for Skylar Malito

Skylar Malito

Counselling Psychologist, Red Deer Public Schools
I am a counselling psychologist interested in the factors that promote resiliency in mental health. I have spent the last decade counselling in K-12 education, running a private practice, teaching for the Graduate Centre for Applied Psychology (GCAP) at Athabasca University, and supervising... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 2:15pm - 3:30pm MST
Zoom 45
  Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

2:15pm MST

The BEST version of YOU.
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 2:15pm - 3:30pm MST
Zoom 49
  Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

2:15pm MST

Students with Scars: Understanding Self Injury
The reality of the pain and struggles that many of our students experience is becoming more apparent, and unfortunately the coping strategy of "self-harm" is becoming more common. There is a lot of fear, misunderstanding, myth, judgement and confusion surrounding why and how students self-injure and we are left wondering how best to react (or not?) and support them as they cope. This session will provide some insight into the reasons students self-harm, the various forms this behavior can take, and the best strategies for prevention and support through both their physical and emotional healing.
Speakers
avatar for Ariel Haubrich

Ariel Haubrich

Consultant/ Trainer/ Private Practitioner, Learning Network
Ariel Haubrich works in school

Thursday February 24, 2022 2:15pm - 3:30pm MST
Zoom 42
  Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4)

2:15pm MST

Teaching Students to Write Cool Characters, Superheroes, and Themselves
Learn how to ignite your mind and fuel your imagination—and lead your students to do the same. Deepen your understanding of:
- Free writing
- The hero’s journey
- Creating cool characters
- Writing about meaningful events in your life
- Writing from new perspectives
- Crafting new worlds in fictional stories
The inspirational teaching time will open you up to new ways of looking at the world and at your own experiences. You’ll learn new methods to express yourself, get inspired, and have a blast. You’ll also come away with tools to help release stress that are healthy and empowering. Positive expressions of the mental health journey will be explored. Put these writing styles and exercises to the test—then bring them back to your classrooms.
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 →

Thursday February 24, 2022 2:15pm - 3:30pm MST
Pre-Recorded
  Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Language Arts (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Language Arts (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Language Arts (TQS 3) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Language Arts (TQS 3) |   Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Language Arts (TQS 3)

2:15pm MST

Creating Calm in your Classroom with Sound
It’s scientifically proven that sound has a huge impact on the body and mind. In this interactive session learn how some sounds hurt, while other sounds heal. Discover ways to use sound to bring peace and calm into your classroom to facilitate better learning. Additional files are found here: https://albertateachersassociation-my.sharepoint.com/:f:/g/personal/catca_ata_ab_ca/EvXuFgLGUVVOjjAmbQqA2NIB05FZJ10TnkMK6sFsiXzAxQ?e=ufgiFO
Speakers
avatar for Tina Thrussel

Tina Thrussel

Facilitator, Best U Can B Inc
Tina Thrussell has been facilitating impactful, interactive, personal expansion experiences for 16+ years. Her light-hearted energy and contagious enthusiasm have contributed to her reputation as The Feel Good Lady. This deep lover of life has inspired thousands of people over the... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 2:15pm - 3:30pm MST
Pre-Recorded
  Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Special Education (TQS 3), Curriculum & Pedagogy (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Special Education (TQS 3), Curriculum & Pedagogy (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Special Education (TQS 3), Curriculum & Pedagogy (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Special Education (TQS 3), Curriculum & Pedagogy (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Special Education (TQS 3), Curriculum & Pedagogy (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

2:15pm MST

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is the New World
Organizations across North America are grappling with questions around Diversity and Inclusion. While most have a general understanding of what this may look like, and why it is important, very real questions remain.Can we go further in our understanding and practice? What does that look like? What challenges might we be faced with and what are the benefits we can realize when we open our organization more fully to these concepts? The good news is the answers to these questions and more can be discovered along the way.Aaron Paquette takes the audience on a journey of obstacle and triumph that is both deeply personal and universal. Through story and experience the societal, structural, and imaginary divisions that separate us are challenged, making way for a robust and resilient approach to bringing out the best in those around us and in our organizations.
Speakers
avatar for Aaron Paquette

Aaron Paquette

Aaron Paquette is one of Canadaʼs best-known First Nations Metis personalities. He is a bestselling, award-winning author, an acclaimed painter and artist, an illustrator, goldsmith and cathedral stained glass artist. Aaron Paquette takes the audience on a journey of obstacle and... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 2:15pm - 3:30pm MST
Zoom Webinar 1000-5
  Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Keynotes and Special Events, Indigenous Education (TQS/LQS 5) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Keynotes and Special Events, Indigenous Education (TQS/LQS 5) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Keynotes and Special Events, Indigenous Education (TQS/LQS 5) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Keynotes and Special Events, Indigenous Education (TQS/LQS 5) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Keynotes and Special Events, Indigenous Education (TQS/LQS 5)

3:00pm MST

MINDFITNESS Workout (Mindfulness + Fitness): A revolutionary approach to fitness
It has taken me over 20 years to create MINDFITNESS (Mindfulness + Fitness) which is a revolutionary approach to fitness where we connect your body and mind using movement and breath. You will leave feeling energized, refreshed and grounded as this session ends with a guided meditation (Yoga Nidra) inducing profound relaxation for both your body and mind.
Our presenter does not wish to keep this recording till April 30th.
Speakers
avatar for Susan Agrios

Susan Agrios

Founder & CEO, Agrios Mindfitness
Agrios MINDFITNESS (Mindfulness Fitness) was born in the connective tissues between health and wellbeing. Susan Agrios changes lives. Online and in person, she teaches fitness, mindfulness and yoga for people and businesses the world over. Before MINDFITNESS, Susan was a K-12 teacher... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 3:00pm - 3:30pm MST
Pre-Recorded
  Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Physical Education (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Keynotes and Special Events |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Physical Education (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Keynotes and Special Events |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Physical Education (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Keynotes and Special Events |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Physical Education (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Keynotes and Special Events |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Physical Education (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Keynotes and Special Events
 
Friday, February 25
 

9:00am MST

Birth Control and STI Update
Teaching human sexuality to grade 8-CALM classes? Do you need a refresher on your birth control and/or STI knowledge? As an Educator, it’s important that you are up to date on these topics so you have the information and support to provide this key material to students in an effective and engaging way. Get all the resources, background knowledge and classroom activities you need to feel comfortable, competent and confident teaching about these topics, including free and accessible, Alberta Education-authorized lesson plans available at TeachingSexualHealth.ca
Speakers
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Jocelyn Graham

Jocelyn Graham has a Master’s Degree along with training in knowledge translation, qualitative research methods, and behaviour change. She has worked in various health promotion positions during her career and is currently a member of the Sexual and Reproductive Health Promotion... Read More →
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Nicole Inglis

Nicole Inglis has taught everything from grade one PE to Bio 30, and lots of things in between. She has been a teacher at both public and Catholic schools, and earned her MEd in Adult, Community and Higher Education. Nicole spent more than 10 years facilitating prenatal and parenting... Read More →

Friday February 25, 2022 9:00am - 9:45am MST
Zoom 24
  Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

9:00am MST

Tips from a Calm and Centred Teacher - Finding freedom in the Chaos of Education
I have spent years working to reduce the stress load I carry in the hectic world of teaching. After hundreds of hours of study, failure and practice (all in the classroom environment) applying my own personal development training to allow me to leave each day at peace amidst the chaos. Join me for a few techniques that have the ability to instantly short circuit the "I'm losing control" we all face from time to time. Let my soothing voice help you find a place of calm in the chaos. I will end my sentences with a downward tone... If nothing else, you will get an infusion of oxygen to perk you up from a day in front of a computer. This is a participation session - all you need is some time to stop the internal dialogue (yes, this too is also possible) I will help you move from trying to CONTROL THE CLASS, to being in CONTROL OF YOUR EMOTIONS.
Speakers
avatar for Paul Marlett

Paul Marlett

Learning Leader, Calgary Board of Education
Paul is a purebred teacher and a maverick in education who focuses on the “art of teaching”. Having taught for over 2 decades outdoors, in the classroom, and in the gym, from grades 1 to 12 in all subject matters and 10 years with the Blended Homeschooling program, he brings unique... Read More →

Friday February 25, 2022 9:00am - 9:45am MST
Zoom 41
  Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

9:00am MST

No Needles Required: Acupressure for Stress Relief
When it comes to dealing with stress, one size does not fit all. If you are wanting to explore new ways to cope during these unprecedented times, join us to learn about acupressure. It is a practice that has been around for over 5000 years that, for some, is a highly effective (and easy) way to help feel calmer during times of stress.

Participants will explore:
• What is “stress” for you?
• Understanding the biological & neurological impacts of stress
• How your stress affects the decisions you make and your workplace and emotional resiliency
• What is acupressure?
• 7 Stress Releasing Acupressure Points
Speakers
avatar for Cher Brasok

Cher Brasok

Wellness Facilitator, Connect to your Calm
Cher Brasok is the Founder of Connect to your Calm and she has been working as a Wellness Facilitator in Alberta since 2016.12 years ago, stress had destroyed her physical and mental health and her recovery was dependant on learning how to better cope. She's spent the last decade... Read More →

Friday February 25, 2022 9:00am - 10:15am MST
Zoom 33
  Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4) |   Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4)

9:00am MST

Trauma in children and youth with classroom solutions.
Trauma in children and youth and solutions in the classroom. We bring teaching on how the brain and body are affected by stress and trauma including PTSD, ACE's, resilience, self care, compassion training and boundaries.
Speakers
avatar for Mia Klassen

Mia Klassen

Trauma Clinician, Freedom & Hope Counselling and Therapeutic Services
Mia is a registered Counselor through Canadian Professional Counseling Association (#3875) with a specialty in ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences): severe abuse and trauma, OCDs, PTSD, DID, and all diagnosed mental illnesses. Her passion is to support, validate and enrich the lives... Read More →
avatar for Margaret Wright

Margaret Wright

Margaret is a registered nurse working part-time in pediatrics with a degree in nursing from the U. of Manitoba and 38 years of working in her profession.  Margaret teaches on the impact of trauma &  PTSD on the brain & body.  Included in her teaching are resiliency training for... Read More →

Friday February 25, 2022 9:00am - 10:15am MST
Zoom 46
  Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4) |   Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4)

9:00am MST

Teaching Religion in Technicolor
The transition from black and white to colour movies more than a century ago allowed people to see and experience great stories with a new sense of wonder and awe. The experiences and resources being developed in the field of youth ministry can do the same for students in our religion classes. Join Evergreen Catholic Schools chaplain Mike Landry - a twenty-four year veteran in youth ministry - as he opens his own toolbox and shares some of the strategies and resources he uses to bring faith to life for the students he serves.

This session will be practical, introducing teachers to books, websites, movie clips, free resources, subscription services, youtube channels, podcasts, and more from the world of youth ministry - all with the intention of enriching day-to-day religion classes. Teachers will leave with specific places to look for games, video clips, object lessons, and more.
Speakers
avatar for Mike Landry

Mike Landry

Growing up, Mike Landry was a geeky, awkward teenager whose faith was awakened thanks to a parish youth ministry program that was launched during his high school years. Now, he’s a geeky, awkward adult who has spent more than twenty-six years trying to share the truth, beauty, and... Read More →

Friday February 25, 2022 9:00am - 10:15am MST
Zoom 30
  Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Religious & Moral Education (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Religious & Moral Education (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Religious & Moral Education (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

9:00am MST

Wear Your Weird
There’s nothing quite so heart-breaking as seeing a child whose self-esteem and self-belief have taken a serious hit.

Many kids, afraid to get it wrong, start to shrink, cover up and suppress what makes them so unique, so they can fit in to the images they see, knowing that if they act or appear too different, they may be isolated or bullied.

But we can change that.

Imagine watching the kids under your loving care go from confusion to clarity, from lacking direction and feeling powerless to understanding themselves and their purpose a little more, and to feeling empowered throughout the process.

The Wear Your Weird program is designed to introduce kids to the process of discovering who they are through the use of hands-on activities and dynamic discussions, uncovering what makes them fantastically unique and yes, weird.

The results? All those special qualities they were born with become strengths and superpowers—not something to be ashamed of or something to hide.

I designed this program after working with kids on many different levels and in various settings, seeing their struggles with using their voice or worrying about standing out in a crowd.

I’ve seen the difference the Wear Your Weird program makes in the minds and hearts of kids of all ages.

From primary school to junior high, the kids who’ve taken the WYW program feel…

excited and empowered
confident and courageous
valued and valuable
..and most importantly, they believe they can proudly wear their weird after all.
Speakers
AM

Alicia McMane

I’m Alicia McMane, a certified trainer and life coach, living in small-town Alberta. A mother of three boys, I was indirectly guided by my children in creating the Wear Your Weird movement. I never wanted my kids to feel the pressure to fit in, hide who they are, stuff their feelings... Read More →

Friday February 25, 2022 9:00am - 10:15am MST
Zoom 29
  Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

9:00am MST

Next Level Art: Meaning & Mental Health through Hands-On Creativity
Visual art is our first language, which connects us to how we first began to understand the world. In this workshop, learn how visual art and creativity can engage the body, brain, and hearts of educators and students alike—and why this connection is critical for thriving mental health. Be inspired with visual art project examples that will get your creative juices flowing. Discover how to deepen the meaning of the artistic process and inspire students to think outside-the-box in all areas of their lives.
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 - 10:15am MST
Pre-Recorded
  Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Reflection/Collaboration (TQS/LQS 2), Art (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Reflection/Collaboration (TQS/LQS 2), Art (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Reflection/Collaboration (TQS/LQS 2), Art (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Reflection/Collaboration (TQS/LQS 2), Art (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Reflection/Collaboration (TQS/LQS 2), Art (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

9:00am MST

Stress, Drugs & Rock 'n' Roll: Managing Stress & the Work-Life Balance
Stress looks and feels different for everyone, but we all know what it’s like to be overwhelmed, burnt out and ready to throw the stapler! Come learn about your brain on stress, why work-life balance doesn't exist (wait….what??), and how to win at work and life anyway. We will explore the dynamics of mental health and mental illness and how we can support both helping us all understand ourselves and each other a bit better. Information, humor and some practical and strategic “life-hacks” make this session just what the doctor ordered!
Speakers
avatar for Ariel Haubrich

Ariel Haubrich

Consultant/ Trainer/ Private Practitioner, Learning Network
Ariel Haubrich works in school

Friday February 25, 2022 9:00am - 12:00pm MST
Zoom 28
  Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

9:00am MST

Crayola Marker Villages
Learn how to use Crayola markers like watercolor paints to create unique storybook villages. Using perspective drawings of buildings, we will distort the shapes to create wonky houses, apartments, shops and more. You will finish 2 projects in this class. This project for would work well for a Social Studies unit on cities or villages.
If you would like to get a package sent to you with all the supplies do pay $25 and contact Sally at the following email: sallytowerssybblis@icloud.com with your address before FEB 7. First Come/First Serve
Supplies for this session:
1 - set of Crayola COLORED super tip washable markers (other brands/sizes of markers are okay too, they just need to be washable/water soluble) Permanent markers won’t work. A number 6 or similar size round brush
Water container
Rag
Pencil
Eraser
Scissors
Ruler
3 sheets of computer paper
Glue stick OR double sided tape
A very fine black waterproof/permanent pen such as an ultra fine sharpie or size 01 black micron pigma pen or PN black pigma pen
1 - 5x7” piece of Canson or Strathmore 140lb. Watercolor paper
1 - 9x9” piece of mixed media paper
2 - 8.5x11” sheets of black cardstock
Speakers
avatar for Sally Towers-Sybblis

Sally Towers-Sybblis

Artist
Sally Towers-Sybblis is a full time mixed media artist from Red Deer, Alberta. Her whimsical style of art often incorporates a combination of lettering, watercolor, acrylics or book making. Her work has been featured in various publications including “The Lettering Arts Review... Read More →

Friday February 25, 2022 9:00am - 12:00pm MST
Pre-Recorded
  Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Social Studies (TQS 3), Art (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Social Studies (TQS 3), Art (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Social Studies (TQS 3), Art (TQS 3) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Social Studies (TQS 3), Art (TQS 3)

9:00am MST

How to Build School-Wide Social Emotional: An Unfolding Ethnography & Framework
Riding the pandemic waves has taken a toll on all of us. While there is no “one size fits all” approach to supporting staff and students alike, the Maverick Good Life committee at Charles Spencer High School in Grande Prairie has been developing a program grounded in the CASEL framework and and other resources to create opportunities for staff and students to better understand and meet our personal and professional social emotional needs. In this session, we’ll share some impactful practices and discoveries, as well as easy-to-use practical resources that you can use to create opportunities for connection, build cultural practices of belonging, and hold space for celebration in your school and classroom.
Speakers
avatar for Liz Harrison

Liz Harrison

Teacher
Liz Harrison is in her tenth teaching year and still finding joy in her students and classroom post-Covid. She is working on a Master of Education in Canadian Literacies degree and taking courses in graphic design and interactive media. Liz believes multimodality in English classrooms... Read More →

Friday February 25, 2022 9:00am - 10:15pm MST
Pre-Recorded
  Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Inclusive Education (TQS/LQS 4) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Inclusive Education (TQS/LQS 4)

10:45am MST

Building Resilience with Self-Compassion
Discover how shifting focus from Self-esteem to Self-compassion can vastly increase confidence, prevent 'bad' behaviour and increase success. Additional resources found here:https://albertateachersassociation-my.sharepoint.com/:f:/g/personal/catca_ata_ab_ca/EvXuFgLGUVVOjjAmbQqA2NIB05FZJ10TnkMK6sFsiXzAxQ?e=75E11u
Based on Dr Kristen Neff's ten-year of study of the empowering shift from self-esteem to self-compassion, this session provides a clear understanding of the differences between the two. Clarity is provided about how focusing on self-esteem can actually be damaging, while self-compassion bolsters confidence. Five powerful steps to developing self-compassion are presented that can help you and your students develop self-compassion to feel good about themselves; bounce back from difficult situations easily and quickly; value themselves. Be happier. Build resilience and increase success.
Speakers
avatar for Tina Thrussel

Tina Thrussel

Facilitator, Best U Can B Inc
Tina Thrussell has been facilitating impactful, interactive, personal expansion experiences for 16+ years. Her light-hearted energy and contagious enthusiasm have contributed to her reputation as The Feel Good Lady. This deep lover of life has inspired thousands of people over the... Read More →

Friday February 25, 2022 10:45am - 12:00pm MST
Pre-Recorded
  Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Curriculum & Pedagogy (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Curriculum & Pedagogy (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Curriculum & Pedagogy (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Curriculum & Pedagogy (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4) |   Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Curriculum & Pedagogy (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4)

10:45am MST

Productivity and Organization Working at Home, School, and Everywhere In Between
This session will explore how to build effective personal and professional structures to be your most productive self, cut-out distractions, and find joy in all you do. Professional artist, bestselling author, and work-from-home addict, Alexis Marie Chute shares tips and tricks for scheduling your time, organizing your to-do list, getting more done, and finding your highest level of work and home balance for greatest life-fulfillment. In an age where you may be asked to switch your work environment without notice, this session will help you be agile, adaptable, and find pleasure in unpredictability.
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 10:45am - 12:00pm MST
Pre-Recorded
  Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Professional Issues (TQS 6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Professional Issues (TQS 6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Professional Issues (TQS 6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Professional Issues (TQS 6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Professional Issues (TQS 6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

10:45am MST

The Central Alberta Child Advocacy Centre and Child Abuse
Dean and Lee have over 60 years educational experience working in Central Alberta Schools. During Dean’s 30+ years as an educator, he has gone from classroom teacher to administrator with the Red Deer Public School Division. Dean has been the Director of Education at the CACAC for the past two years. Lee has taught in the Red Deer Catholic School Division for over 30 years at the high school level. For 9 of those years, Lee worked as a high school counselor. Together, Dean and Lee are passionate about ensuring that the safety and well-being of the child is always put first. Their presentation will include interactive question answer so educators can discuss the difficult topic of child abuse.
Speakers
avatar for Lee Caine

Lee Caine

Education Program Coordinator, Child Advocacy Centre
Dean Pasiuk and Lee Caine have over 60 years educational experience working in Central Alberta Schools. During Dean’s 30 years as an educator, he has gone from classroom teacher to administrator with the Chinooks Edge School Division and the Red Deer Public School Division. Dean... Read More →
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Dean Pasiuk

Central Alberta Child Advocacy Centre
Director of Education

Friday February 25, 2022 10:45am - 12:00pm MST
Zoom 35
  Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Educational Research (TQS/LQS 2) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Educational Research (TQS/LQS 2) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Educational Research (TQS/LQS 2) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Educational Research (TQS/LQS 2) |   Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Educational Research (TQS/LQS 2)

10:45am MST

The Stress of Change
If there is one thing we have all been inundated with lately, it’s change. Constant change. When it comes to coping with change, it is important to remember there are 2 aspects: practical and emotional. Many times we are forced to dive into the practical aspect only to find that we are struggling. To help build your change resilience, it is equally as important to deal with the emotions surrounding the change.

Participants will explore:
• Emotional responses to change
• Discuss how our thoughts affect the emotion of change.
• Assess strategies to shift unhelpful thinking and tools to help with the practical side of implementing change
Speakers
avatar for Cher Brasok

Cher Brasok

Wellness Facilitator, Connect to your Calm
Cher Brasok is the Founder of Connect to your Calm and she has been working as a Wellness Facilitator in Alberta since 2016.12 years ago, stress had destroyed her physical and mental health and her recovery was dependant on learning how to better cope. She's spent the last decade... Read More →

Friday February 25, 2022 10:45am - 12:00pm MST
Zoom 46
  Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Professional Issues (TQS 6) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Professional Issues (TQS 6) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Professional Issues (TQS 6) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Professional Issues (TQS 6) |   Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Professional Issues (TQS 6)

10:45am MST

Fuel your Body to Teach
Teaching can be a high-stress job that easily spills over into your home. Learn to fuel your body with quality sleep, nutrition, and downtime.
Speakers
CM

Friday February 25, 2022 10:45am - 12:00pm MST
Zoom 24
  Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

10:45am MST

From Skid Row to CEO Keynote
As you walk with Joe through the tough streets of East Vancouver  in the 1980’s, you will experience the depths and degradation of a  former hopeless, homeless drug addict, to the heights and  triumph of a successful entrepreneur. Joe’s is a treasured Canadian whose life story embodies the  resiliency of the human spirit. His message is inspiring, energetic,  humorous, honest, raw and unforgettable. In this session, you will learn: How to build resiliency despite the world around you. Why failure is predictable and normal. Seeing possibility – how to reframe a limiting mindset.  How to convert failures into assets.
Speakers
avatar for Joe Roberts

Joe Roberts

Keynote, The Skid Row CEO
Honorary Doctorate from Laurentian University, is the winner of The Courage to Come Back Award and was recently awarded the Meritorious Service Medal from the Governor-General of Canada. Joe’s life, however, wasn’t always this good, in fact, 25 years ago he pushed a shopping cart... Read More →

Friday February 25, 2022 10:45am - 12:00pm MST
Zoom Webinar 1000-5
  Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Keynotes and Special Events, Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Keynotes and Special Events, Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Keynotes and Special Events, Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Keynotes and Special Events, Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Keynotes and Special Events, Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

11:35am MST

Mâchitowin ᒫᒋᐦᑕᐃᐧᐣ : Finding Our Connection to Land and Environmental Stewardship Through Acknowledgement
Join Elders and Ever Active Schools for knowledge sharing about developing a meaningful Land Acknowledgement as a beautiful starting point for reconciliation, environmental stewardship and wellbeing. As our organization continues to journey on our own pathway in this work, we look forward to sharing our machitowin: our starting points, and offer you ideas on how you might find your own personal starting point and ways you might invite your students to find their own mâchitowin.
Speakers
avatar for Ever Active Schools

Ever Active Schools

Supporting Healthy School Communities
Ever Active Schools is a charity that supports healthy school communities all across Alberta. We offer professional development opportunities for teachers and administrators on a wide variety of topics to advance well-being in schools. Ever Active Schools puts on annual events such... Read More →

Friday February 25, 2022 11:35am - 12:20pm MST
Pre-Recorded
  Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Indigenous Education (TQS/LQS 5), Diversity, Equity & Human Rights (TQS/LQS 4), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Indigenous Education (TQS/LQS 5), Diversity, Equity & Human Rights (TQS/LQS 4), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Indigenous Education (TQS/LQS 5), Diversity, Equity & Human Rights (TQS/LQS 4), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Indigenous Education (TQS/LQS 5), Diversity, Equity & Human Rights (TQS/LQS 4), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

12:30pm MST

Tipi Teachings and Balanced Living
Join an interactive cultural learning experience that will support your understanding of the traditional use and teachings of the Tipi. Join Elder Phillip Campiou, from Treaty 8, as we share in the setting up of a full size tipi. We will share stories of the past and understand how these stories provide insight for us in the present moment. Learn some history of the tipi, both Cree and Blackfoot, and how you can incorporate this learning into your classroom and your daily life.
Speakers
avatar for Phillip Campiou

Phillip Campiou

Knowledge Keeper, Elder
Phillip Campiou is a Traditional Woodland Cree who is originally from Driftpile Cree Nation, Alberta. He now resides in the Onoway area. As a young man, his father taught Phillip how to be self-sufficient and live off the land. Inherent in these teachings was an unwavering respect... Read More →

Friday February 25, 2022 12:30pm - 1:15pm MST
Pre-Recorded
  Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Indigenous Education (TQS/LQS 5), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Indigenous Education (TQS/LQS 5), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Indigenous Education (TQS/LQS 5), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Indigenous Education (TQS/LQS 5), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Indigenous Education (TQS/LQS 5), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

12:30pm MST

THE SHIFT: From Bullying & Stress To Bringing KINDness & Calm Into Your Life & Classroom-THIS WILL NOT BE RECORDED.
As a K-12 school teacher I quickly realized my role was more than teaching the curriculum. My students were stressed and anxious trying to manage their emotions, but unable to do so. They were struggling with bullying, depression, anger issues, insomnia and many kids in my classroom were labelled ADD or ADHD, unable to focus, concentrate or even sit still. Teachers and parents were also struggling. I wanted to do something. I wanted to help. So, I developed a beKIND Mindfulness Training & Kit specifically for teachers, students and parents.
During this session, I teach a variety of mindfulness techniques to manage stress, better cope with change and life’s challenges, improve focus and for self-regulation. The goal being, to practice these techniques to develop behaviors that contribute to the well-being of self and others throughout their life.
Make THE SHIFT by joining us, our Global beKIND Mindfulness Movement of over 25 000 kids, teens and adults as we begin Day 1 of the beKIND Mindfulness Challenge. The beKIND Mindfulness Challenge gives everyone the opportunity to demonstrate KINDness, respect and caring for self and others in hopes we can all lead healthier lives physically, emotionally, mentally and socially.
Speakers
avatar for Susan Agrios

Susan Agrios

Founder & CEO, Agrios Mindfitness
Agrios MINDFITNESS (Mindfulness Fitness) was born in the connective tissues between health and wellbeing. Susan Agrios changes lives. Online and in person, she teaches fitness, mindfulness and yoga for people and businesses the world over. Before MINDFITNESS, Susan was a K-12 teacher... Read More →

Friday February 25, 2022 12:30pm - 1:45pm MST
Zoom 35
  Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Keynotes and Special Events |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Keynotes and Special Events |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Keynotes and Special Events |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Keynotes and Special Events

12:30pm MST

Practical Trauma Informed Strategies for Educators
Global evidence suggests that children, parents, and families are presenting to all levels of educational systems with increasingly complex psychosocial needs from a variety of forms of trauma. Therefore, future success of classrooms of all ages will be dependent on the need for continually seeking out creative trauma informed interventions.

This workshop will include discussions from both a trauma informed therapeutic parent and a trauma informed family counsellor to link specific trauma informed literature bases for students of all ages. Strategies and interventions discussed will be suitable for implementation level for both individuals students as well as entire school systems.
Speakers
KB

Kristy Brosz

Kristy Brosz, MSW, RSW holds a BSc in biochemistry, BSW, and MSW (clinical) all from University of Calgary. She is a trauma therapist in private practice. Kristy is also a trauma -informed therapeutic parent to her 10 year old daughter adopted from foster care. She is passionate about... Read More →
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Phil Herman

Phil Herman holds a Master's in Social Work from the University of Dalhousie. Phil has 19 years experience working with complex children, youth and families. Phil currently works for Hull Services as a Clinician in the trauma informed department where he trains, educates, supports... Read More →

Friday February 25, 2022 12:30pm - 1:45pm MST
Zoom 37
  Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Special Education (TQS 3), School Leadership (LQS 1-9), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Inclusive Education (TQS/LQS 4), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Diversity, Equity & Human Rights (TQS/LQS 4), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Special Education (TQS 3), School Leadership (LQS 1-9), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Inclusive Education (TQS/LQS 4), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Diversity, Equity & Human Rights (TQS/LQS 4), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Special Education (TQS 3), School Leadership (LQS 1-9), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Inclusive Education (TQS/LQS 4), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Diversity, Equity & Human Rights (TQS/LQS 4), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Special Education (TQS 3), School Leadership (LQS 1-9), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Inclusive Education (TQS/LQS 4), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Diversity, Equity & Human Rights (TQS/LQS 4), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Special Education (TQS 3), School Leadership (LQS 1-9), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Inclusive Education (TQS/LQS 4), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Diversity, Equity & Human Rights (TQS/LQS 4), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

12:30pm MST

Teacher Burnout & Resiliency
Exhaustion and cynicism are traits of burnout, and this makes it difficult to connect with students and colleagues and enjoy our jobs. Burnout has been a longstanding issue in the teaching profession, but it has become even more prevalent given the pandemic. This presentation will help professionals understand what leads to burnout, how to identify burnout, and how to increase wellbeing. Additional resources are found here: https://albertateachersassociation-my.sharepoint.com/:f:/g/personal/catca_ata_ab_ca/EiMa6KATlc5Ps29lD5H-mOkB9dCnnB4fDR4Z2aiJm1Ri8A?e=HGt62a
Speakers
avatar for Vanessa Colombina

Vanessa Colombina

Registered Provisional Psychologist, Pine Integrated Health
Vanessa is a Registered Provisional Psychologist and high school teacher/guidance counsellor. She is a member of the Pine Integrated Health group practice, offering individual counselling to teens and adults, with a sub specialty of working with perinatal clients, teachers, and Exposure... Read More →

Friday February 25, 2022 12:30pm - 1:45pm MST
Pre-Recorded
  Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

12:30pm MST

Kids and Grief: Let’s Talk About Death
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 12:30pm - 1:45pm MST
Pre-Recorded
  Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4)

12:30pm MST

‘Listening, Laughing and Leading’
In ‘Listening, Laughing and Leading’ Mitchell shares his long journey to being a better listener. The themes are introduced with songs on guitar and banjo. Mitchell outlines how his experiences as teacher and principal led him to examine his listening skills.
After retirement from education, Mitchell continued his transformation from speaker to listener while working as Faculty Development Facilitator at the College of the Rockies and as Social Governance Officer for the Ktunaxa First Nation. He learned about Indigenous listening from the Ktuanxa and from Dr. Laura Brearley’s ‘Indigenous Deep Listening’ project in Australia.
The following topics are addressed with research, theories, songs and anecdotes:
Listening Info You Already Know: a review of listening research, types of listening and habits of poor listeners.
Listening to Ourselves: you can’t truly listen to others until you’ve listened to yourself. How do we listen to ourselves? Finding our “sweet spot” on the introvert-extrovert continuum. What drains our energy and what restores it?
Listening to Students: Dr. Scott Peck’s Creative Upward Cycle of Growth explains how listening builds relationships with students.
Listening to Colleagues: finding a listening partner to share the journey.
SSLANT Program: a program that can be implemented in the classroom to encourage respectful communication among students. It also encourages shy students to assert themselves and to participate in classroom discussion. Reflecting on ideas from the book Quiet, participants discuss how these strategies could impact students.
Laughter: The Open Loop: explores how laughter unites people and creates a trusting climate. In a neurological sense, laughter represents the shortest distance between two people because it instantly interlocks limbic systems.
How Listening and Laughing Inform Servant Leadership: knowing who we are, what we believe and what we value, should inform our actions as leaders and our communication patterns.
Speakers
avatar for Douglas Mitchell

Douglas Mitchell

'Listening, Laughing and Leading' explores how listening and laughing create trusting relationships with students and colleagues, foster positive classroom and school climate, and develop authentic leadership. Themes are introduced with light-hearted songs on guitar and banjo inspired... Read More →

Friday February 25, 2022 12:30pm - 1:45pm MST
Zoom 39
  Division 4 (Gr 10-12), School Leadership (LQS 1-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), School Leadership (LQS 1-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), School Leadership (LQS 1-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), School Leadership (LQS 1-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), School Leadership (LQS 1-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

12:30pm MST

Cultivating Deep Focus in a World of Distraction
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 12:30pm - 1:45pm MST
Pre-Recorded
  Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Professional Issues (TQS 6), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Educational Research (TQS/LQS 2), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Reflection/Collaboration (TQS/LQS 2), School Leadership (LQS 1-9) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Professional Issues (TQS 6), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Educational Research (TQS/LQS 2), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Reflection/Collaboration (TQS/LQS 2), School Leadership (LQS 1-9) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Professional Issues (TQS 6), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Educational Research (TQS/LQS 2), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Reflection/Collaboration (TQS/LQS 2), School Leadership (LQS 1-9) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Professional Issues (TQS 6), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Educational Research (TQS/LQS 2), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Reflection/Collaboration (TQS/LQS 2), School Leadership (LQS 1-9) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Professional Issues (TQS 6), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Educational Research (TQS/LQS 2), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Reflection/Collaboration (TQS/LQS 2), School Leadership (LQS 1-9)

12:30pm MST

Mindfulness 101
There is quite a buzz about mindfulness these days, but what exactly is it and how can it help you shift out of autopilot and into healthier, more intentional responses to your life both inside and & outside work?

Participants will explore:
• What is mindfulness?
• Benefits of mindfulness in life & leadership
• Mindfulness practices
• Creating a plan to improve your awareness and presence
Speakers
avatar for Cher Brasok

Cher Brasok

Wellness Facilitator, Connect to your Calm
Cher Brasok is the Founder of Connect to your Calm and she has been working as a Wellness Facilitator in Alberta since 2016.12 years ago, stress had destroyed her physical and mental health and her recovery was dependant on learning how to better cope. She's spent the last decade... Read More →

Friday February 25, 2022 12:30pm - 1:45pm MST
Zoom 33
  Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Professional Issues (TQS 6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Professional Issues (TQS 6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Professional Issues (TQS 6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Professional Issues (TQS 6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Professional Issues (TQS 6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

12:30pm MST

Self-Care for Sanity
Avoid burn-out! This half day session provides interactive experiences that illuminate the principles of self-compassion and mindfulness, to help teachers truly embrace self-care so they are at their best for their students & families, role-modelling HOW to be in the world, as much as what to do. Teachers learn how to create windows of peace and calm in their day, to be a peaceful influence in their classroom, to keep themselves healthy – mentally, physically and emotionally. Take-aways: practical and effective ideas and activities to ensure self-care happens even in hectic teaching situations. Additional resources: https://albertateachersassociation-my.sharepoint.com/:f:/g/personal/catca_ata_ab_ca/EvXuFgLGUVVOjjAmbQqA2NIB05FZJ10TnkMK6sFsiXzAxQ?e=75E11u
Speakers
avatar for Tina Thrussel

Tina Thrussel

Facilitator, Best U Can B Inc
Tina Thrussell has been facilitating impactful, interactive, personal expansion experiences for 16+ years. Her light-hearted energy and contagious enthusiasm have contributed to her reputation as The Feel Good Lady. This deep lover of life has inspired thousands of people over the... Read More →

Friday February 25, 2022 12:30pm - 1:45pm MST
Pre-Recorded
  Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Curriculum & Pedagogy (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Professional Issues (TQS 6) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Curriculum & Pedagogy (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Professional Issues (TQS 6) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Curriculum & Pedagogy (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Professional Issues (TQS 6) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Curriculum & Pedagogy (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Professional Issues (TQS 6) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Curriculum & Pedagogy (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Professional Issues (TQS 6)

12:30pm MST

Creative Mandalas For Relaxation and Stress Relief
Join me for some therapeutic art and relaxation! Using circular concentric patterns and designs, we will create amazing decorative mandalas on paper. Learn how to add watercolor, ink and markers to decorate your patterns. The process of creating mandalas can be very meditative giving one an escape from the stress of daily life. This could be a great activity for a pd day or possibly a creative math class to show students how to divide a circle into sections.
In today's hectic world, we crave activities that provide peace and solace. This is one of those activities. The habitual practice of the mandala can train a busy mind to be calm which is what participants will learn in this class. You will leave with 2 beautifully completed mandalas that you can frame or give as a gift.
If you would like to get a package sent to you with all the supplies do pay $30 and contact Sally at the following email: sallytowerssybblis@icloud.com with your address before FEB 7. First come/First serve.
Supplies for this session:
A 1” flat brush
Watercolor paints: blue, red and yellow (any brand is fine)
A set of COLORED broad or super tip felt pens (nothing too fine tipped)
Palette or paper plate
Water container
Rag
1 - 8.5x11” sheet black cardstock
1 - 6x6” piece of Canson or Strathmore 140lb.. watercolor paper
1 - 4x4” piece of Canson or Strathmore 140lb.. watercolor paper
A very fine black pen such as an ultra fine sharpie or size 01 black micron pigma pen or PN pigma pen.
Glue stick or double sided tape
Scissors
Ruler
Pencil
Eraser
Compass
Speakers
avatar for Sally Towers-Sybblis

Sally Towers-Sybblis

Artist
Sally Towers-Sybblis is a full time mixed media artist from Red Deer, Alberta. Her whimsical style of art often incorporates a combination of lettering, watercolor, acrylics or book making. Her work has been featured in various publications including “The Lettering Arts Review... Read More →

Friday February 25, 2022 12:30pm - 3:30pm MST
Pre-Recorded
  Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Art (TQS 3), Mathematics (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Art (TQS 3), Mathematics (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Art (TQS 3), Mathematics (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Art (TQS 3), Mathematics (TQS 3)

12:30pm MST

Health Equals Wealth
Life is all about self-awareness, making better choices and living a life in balance. You don't always need to be moving- getting stuff done. At times its okay, and necessary to sit back, relax and recharge.

Are YOU living a life of balance and wellness? Join Mike as he explores the "Wellness Wheel" offering you strategies to immediately being living a full-filling, happy, healthy life- in BALANCE.
Speakers
avatar for Mike Pickles

Mike Pickles

Speaker, Author, Educator & Podcaster, New Beginnings Consultant
Mike Pickles hails from scenic Nova Scotia, Canada. He has been teaching for 27 years in the K-12 system, a school administrator, and at the College and Board levels. He was fortunate enough to teach in all three of Canada’s northern territories; the Yukon, the North West Territories... Read More →

Friday February 25, 2022 12:30pm - 3:30pm MST
Zoom 45
  Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), School Leadership (LQS 1-9), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), School Leadership (LQS 1-9), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), School Leadership (LQS 1-9), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), School Leadership (LQS 1-9), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4)

12:30pm MST

An Apple a Day: How technology and the internet affect our health and wellness
Technology and the world-wide-web have opened up the world to connection, information and entertainment, but oh what a tangled web! Did you know that all this texting, tweeting and selfie-taking are having a major impact on your health? Be it email, Facebook, gaming or Googling, our brains, bodies and bank accounts are paying the price for the digital demand. This session will talk about how technology changes our relationships, our thoughts and our behaviors and how we can make sure it is for the good. We will review the basics of staying safe online, and recognize the importance of staying well online…because there’s no app for that.
Speakers
avatar for Ariel Haubrich

Ariel Haubrich

Consultant/ Trainer/ Private Practitioner, Learning Network
Ariel Haubrich works in school

Friday February 25, 2022 12:30pm - 3:30pm MST
Zoom 28
  Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Technology (TQS/LQS 2), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Technology (TQS/LQS 2), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Technology (TQS/LQS 2), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Technology (TQS/LQS 2), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Technology (TQS/LQS 2), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

1:20pm MST

The Art of Courageous Self Care: How to Ease the Guilt, Tame the Critic & Find Time for You
As a highly productive person, your own well-being is often sacrificed. You're determined to give the best care possible to others and you continue to do so until you're running on empty. It can take a crisis to remind you that before you can care for others, we must care for yourself. Avert the crisis! Tune into this powerful talk instead.

You'll learn:
>That when Self-Care is at the bottom of your list, your progress stagnates
>A step-by-step process to dissolve your guilt once and for all
>Proven strategies to finally get off the endless treadmill of beating yourself up
>How to stop the exhausting practice of giving to everyone but yourself

Find out how to become the top priority in your life; without the guilt. You'll leave with practical strategies you can implement immediately.
Speakers
avatar for Christina Marlett

Christina Marlett

Courageous Self-Care
As the creator of Courageous Self-Care, Christina is passionate about helping stressed-out teachers learn to lead their students, families and themselves from a place of wholeness, overflowing energy and deep self-respect. She excels at helping overwhelmed leaders revitalize their... Read More →

Friday February 25, 2022 1:20pm - 2:05pm MST
Zoom 25
  Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

1:20pm MST

Pound Fitness
THE WORKOUT
Instead of listening to music, you become the music in this exhilarating full-body workout that combines cardio, conditioning, and strength training with yoga and pilates-inspired movements. Using Ripstix®, lightly weighted drumsticks engineered specifically for exercising, POUND transforms drumming into an incredibly effective way of working out.

Designed for all fitness levels, POUND® provides the perfect atmosphere for letting loose, getting energized, toning up and rockin’ out! The workout is easily modifiable and the alternative vibe and welcoming philosophy appeals to men and women of all ages and abilities.
Speakers
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Alicia McMane

I’m Alicia McMane, a certified trainer and life coach, living in small-town Alberta. A mother of three boys, I was indirectly guided by my children in creating the Wear Your Weird movement. I never wanted my kids to feel the pressure to fit in, hide who they are, stuff their feelings... Read More →

Friday February 25, 2022 1:20pm - 2:05pm MST
Zoom 50
  Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Physical Education (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Physical Education (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Physical Education (TQS 3)

1:45pm MST

What Every Teacher Ought to Know About Mental Health in the Classroom
Mental health advocate and teacher, Erin Castillo, will walk you through key components of incorporating mental health in the classroom. Viewers will leave this session with practical tips for creating a classroom that focuses on mental well-being. This is a pre-recorded session that is offered by TYHO (Teach Your Heart Out). To have access to this video you will need sign up with the following Google Form:https://forms.gle/UsdgGceaxX5mrMRx6
Friday February 25, 2022 1:45pm - 2:15pm MST
TYHO Winter Saturday Day 2 Jan 9
  Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

2:15pm MST

Financial Wellness 101 with Capital Planning
What would you do if things suddenly went very, very badly in your financial life? If your contract didn’t renew? Or you got sick and couldn’t work? Or your partner lost their job? Or your debts just got out of control? If your work was interrupted for even a couple of months, could you handle it?Financial Wellness 101 is built to give you tools to take control of your financial life. How to start saving. Easy steps on where and when to put your money. Easy budgeting tips. And how to protect yourself from the financial risk of getting sick. Rick Harcourt leads the team that provides the ATA Voluntary Benefits Program to teachers across Alberta – a suite of financial solutions built specifically for teachers across the Province. This includes the ATA Group RRSP / TFSA, ATA Group Critical Illness and ATA Group Life / Mortgage Insurance. Rick and his team work with thousands of teachers across Alberta to help them prepare for the future, and is a featured speaker at ATA events including the ATA Retirement Seminars put on by Teacher Employment Services.
Speakers
avatar for Rick Harcourt

Rick Harcourt

Professional Financial Advisor, Capital Estate Planning
Rick Harcourt is a Professional Financial Advisor, he manages the ATA Group Voluntary Benefit program and if you've joined us for a past Financial Wellness session or the ATA Pre-Retirement sessions, you'll have seen him in action as our main speaker for these events. Rick has been... Read More →
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Friday February 25, 2022 2:15pm - 3:30pm MST
Zoom 37
  Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

2:15pm MST

Honoring the Logan Boulet Legacy: Creating a Culture of Organ Donation
Logan Boulet inspired over 100,000 Canadians to register to become organ donors after the Humbolt Tragedy in April 2018. In 2019, the family of Logan Boulet held the first annual national Green Shirt Day in honour of their son Logan and the Broncos family. They aimed to increase awareness about the importance of organ donation and honour Logan’s precious gift. This highly impactful annual campaign is known as Green Shirt Day and takes place on April 7. Knowledge is key to addressing young people’s concerns about organ and tissue donation. It can help them feel empowered to talk about donation with their families and equip them to make informed choices in the future. In this session an excellent array of classroom resources is shared to teach about organ donation and plan Green Shirt Day activities in your school and community. Presenters include the perspectives of Logan’s family, a transplant recipient, medical team members who treat pediatric transplant patients and the creator of the educational materials.
Speakers
avatar for Jan Clemis

Jan Clemis

Provincial Director, Canadian Transplant Association
Jan Clemis has been an ardent supporter of organ/tissue donation as a volunteer with the Kidney Foundation and Canadian Transplant Association for over 25 years. She received “The Gift of Life” from her son in 2018 when he donated a kidney to her, and her former husband was a... Read More →
JW

Jenny Wichart

Jenny is a pharmacy clinical practice leader and transplant pharmacist and has worked at the kidney clinic at Alberta Children’s Hospital for 20 years.  She has been actively involved in both the allied health and pediatric groups of the Canadian Society of Transplantation and... Read More →
avatar for Bernadine Boulet

Bernadine Boulet

Bernie is the mother of Logan Boulet. Logan made an incredible difference in the registration of Organ Donors following his donations to make the lives of 6 people better after passing from a brain injury sustained in the Humboldt Bronco bus crash in 2018. From this, the Logan Boulet... Read More →
avatar for Dr. Meagan Mahoney

Dr. Meagan Mahoney

Dr. Mahoney is a pediatric intensivist, children’s author and donation physician working at the Alberta Children’s Hospital. She is a strong advocate for donor families and is passionate about donation education and awareness, particularly in school-aged children. She is currently... Read More →
avatar for Jenny Ryan

Jenny Ryan

Jenny Ryan is the national program lead for public education and awareness for organ and tissue donation and transplantation at Canadian Blood Services. Jenny and her team have developed an education portal that collects and shares a variety of resources to support teachers in bringing... Read More →

Friday February 25, 2022 2:15pm - 3:30pm MST
Zoom 42
  Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Science (TQS 3), Social Studies (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), School Leadership (LQS 1-9), Career & Technology Studies/Foundations (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Science (TQS 3), Social Studies (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), School Leadership (LQS 1-9), Career & Technology Studies/Foundations (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Science (TQS 3), Social Studies (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), School Leadership (LQS 1-9), Career & Technology Studies/Foundations (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Science (TQS 3), Social Studies (TQS 3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), School Leadership (LQS 1-9), Career & Technology Studies/Foundations (TQS 3)

2:15pm MST

Powerful Portraits for Self-Reflection, Innovative thinking, and Empathy Building
Award-winning artist, Alexis Marie Chute will share the broad creative and expressive possibilities of portraiture and self-portraiture. Through many examples, discover how portraits can visualize the often inexpressible parts of the human experience, making seen what is frequently unseen. Discover how different art materials and techniques can communicate various mental and emotional states, plus unexpected ways to combine these into complex and emotive portraits. We live in an age where empathy and compassion are needed more than ever. Through an exploration of portraiture and self-portraiture, learn how this artistic genre can grapple with coming of age, identity, mental health, struggle, and triumph.
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 2:15pm - 3:30pm MST
Pre-Recorded
  Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Art (TQS 3), Diversity, Equity & Human Rights (TQS/LQS 4) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Art (TQS 3), Diversity, Equity & Human Rights (TQS/LQS 4) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Art (TQS 3), Diversity, Equity & Human Rights (TQS/LQS 4) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Art (TQS 3), Diversity, Equity & Human Rights (TQS/LQS 4)

2:15pm MST

The “Silent” Bully: The Power of Words vs. Non-Verbal Communication in the Workplace
“Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.” A British rhyme meant to help children stand up to bullying and intimidation. But is that really true? As adults, we know that words DO hurt and that the painful feeling lasts a long time. While words do hurt us, intimidation and bullying do not have to be verbal: the dismissive flick of the hand, the rolling of the eyes, the crossing of the arms on the chest, the “see through you” attitude. The “silent”, non-verbal bullying hurts more, especially when we try to figure out “what we did wrong”.
Based on the latest research in the fields of non-violent communication and emotional intelligence, as well as through case studies and situation analysis, Maria will give you the necessary tools to decipher and deal with the situations in a professional way. Through examples taken from her personal and professional life and by having an open, honest conversation, Maria will demonstrate how you, as a leader, as well as a team member, can promote a safe working environment where people are not afraid to give honest feedback, while you lead them mindfully.
Speakers
avatar for Maria (MD) Millar

Maria (MD) Millar

MD Millar Publishing
A retired teacher, with over 25 years of teaching experience in public schools, settlement agencies and for international students, Maria is an experienced instructor, facilitator and trainer, who has been providing professional development and training sessions to organisations like... Read More →

Friday February 25, 2022 2:15pm - 3:30pm MST
Zoom 38
  Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Diversity, Equity & Human Rights (TQS/LQS 4), Professional Issues (TQS 6) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Diversity, Equity & Human Rights (TQS/LQS 4), Professional Issues (TQS 6) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Diversity, Equity & Human Rights (TQS/LQS 4), Professional Issues (TQS 6) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Diversity, Equity & Human Rights (TQS/LQS 4), Professional Issues (TQS 6)

2:15pm MST

How to Overcome Procrastination
Is procrastination enhancing your life? Probably not. Then why does it happen? You probably know what action you want to take but you don't know how to get yourself to do it, whether it's taking steps towards your big dreams, or just doing the little things that need to get done. It's not just about time management or motivation.

In this session, you'll learn:

1- My signature process for understanding why you’re procrastinating (because if you just start slapping on band aid strategies, they won’t work; you’ve got to go a little deeper)

2- 4 Strategic skills you can use to get into action-taking-mode for any project (so that whenever you feel stuck on something, you’ll know exactly what to do)

3- The absolute best way to find clarity for what it is that you really want out of life (but beware, you’ll never be able to say “I don’t know my purpose” again)

4- Some fascinating metaphysics - because who doesn’t want to know more about how you can make things easier???

5- The number one thing that’s holding you back and a simple strategy for moving through it

6- The simple but powerful method for getting the most out of your time no matter how much you have going on in your life

Attend this session to learn the strategic skills you can use to get into action-taking-mode for any project.
Speakers
avatar for Christina Marlett

Christina Marlett

Courageous Self-Care
As the creator of Courageous Self-Care, Christina is passionate about helping stressed-out teachers learn to lead their students, families and themselves from a place of wholeness, overflowing energy and deep self-respect. She excels at helping overwhelmed leaders revitalize their... Read More →

Friday February 25, 2022 2:15pm - 3:30pm MST
Zoom 25
  Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

2:15pm MST

My Retiree Plan Presentation
Retirement can no doubt be both exciting and daunting. Between all the paperwork and planning, let us make one of the items on your checklist a little easier!
During this presentation, you’ll learn the ins and outs of your health benefits during retirement. From eligibility requirements to different types of coverage, ASEBP has got you covered—literally.
Speakers
LN

Friday February 25, 2022 2:15pm - 3:30pm MST
Zoom 33
  Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

2:15pm MST

Carrying the burden of trauma in school
Students are carrying the burden of trauma and ongoing stress from home, demands, peer, loss, restrictions, and marginalization sources. Let’s help them unpack this unyielding weight by learning more about trauma informed strategies. The aim of this presentation is to provide informative, best practices guidelines by focusing on the current research in traumatology, neuroscience, and positive education to help students who are affected by trauma. Realistic and concrete classroom approaches to make our classrooms more friendly and supportive to students managing stress and trauma will be introduced. Strategies related to resilience, underdeveloped neural pathways, emotional regulation, and interpersonal connections will be provided. Trauma informed resources to help teachers better understand the students’ developmental, emotional, and social challenges at school will be provided.

Session take away
● Define trauma and how its impact manifests in schools
● Address impact of trauma on students and school staff
● Identify trauma-informed practices that support students
● Explore classroom integrated strategies to support students
● Provide resources for activities and further readings related to student trauma
Speakers
NP
NP

Friday February 25, 2022 2:15pm - 3:30pm MST
Zoom 29
  Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

2:15pm MST

Why Breathing Makes Sense
We’ve heard it a million times “Just a take a deep breath” … as annoying as it is to hear, it is still good advice. Let’s dive into the science behind it, explore how it really works and how it can help you cope during these unprecedented times both at work and home.

Participants will explore:
• What is “stress” for you?
• Understanding the biological & neurological impacts of stress
• How your stress affects the decisions you make and your workplace and emotional resiliency
• 4 Stress Busting Breathing Techniques
Speakers
avatar for Cher Brasok

Cher Brasok

Wellness Facilitator, Connect to your Calm
Cher Brasok is the Founder of Connect to your Calm and she has been working as a Wellness Facilitator in Alberta since 2016.12 years ago, stress had destroyed her physical and mental health and her recovery was dependant on learning how to better cope. She's spent the last decade... Read More →

Friday February 25, 2022 2:15pm - 3:30pm MST
Zoom 30
  Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4) |   Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4)

2:15pm MST

Creative Writing to Cope with Stress and Build Resiliency
Learn creative ways to engage students struggling with anxiety and other mental health challenges, particularly during the pandemic, utilizing the empowering and healing capacities of writing. Creative writing exercises will be presented in both fiction and non-fiction as tools for personal reflection and betterment. Participants will leave equipped to apply the exercises in the compassionate support of students in their schools and communities.
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 2:15pm - 3:30pm MST
Pre-Recorded
  Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Language Arts (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Language Arts (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Language Arts (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4)

2:15pm MST

Aristotle, Happiness and Teaching
Aristotle is one of the most pre-eminent thinkers of all time. Come to this session to learn about his biography and his compelling ideas about happiness! This session will also link Aristotle’s account of happiness to teaching to show how it can be a source of hope in a time of increasing demands within the classroom, a stressful political climate, and a global pandemic!
Speakers
avatar for Tyler Buchan

Tyler Buchan

Tyler Buchan is a teacher at Salisbury Composite High School in Sherwood Park, Alberta. He has taught science for over 15 years at schools in Alberta, Burkina Faso and Jamaica. He has degrees in Education and Arts from the University of Alberta, and a Master’s of Science in Science... Read More →

Friday February 25, 2022 2:15pm - 3:30pm MST
Zoom 36
  Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

2:15pm MST

CHANGE: How To Cope And Adapt To Changing Times-THIS WILL NOT BE RECORDED.
Change is inevitable and difficult for many. When we feel forced to change this can create a sense of losing control of our environment which can lead to increased stress, anxiety, depression, anger and loss of hope to name a few. Do we really have control over our environment and what happens to us?
CHANGE is about making a change, doing something different, so we can have a different outcome. Join us to learn a variety of techniques to help you and your students better cope and adapt to changing times.
Speakers
avatar for Susan Agrios

Susan Agrios

Founder & CEO, Agrios Mindfitness
Agrios MINDFITNESS (Mindfulness Fitness) was born in the connective tissues between health and wellbeing. Susan Agrios changes lives. Online and in person, she teaches fitness, mindfulness and yoga for people and businesses the world over. Before MINDFITNESS, Susan was a K-12 teacher... Read More →

Friday February 25, 2022 2:15pm - 3:30pm MST
Zoom 46
  Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Keynotes and Special Events, Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), School Leadership (LQS 1-9), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Keynotes and Special Events, Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), School Leadership (LQS 1-9), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Keynotes and Special Events, Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), School Leadership (LQS 1-9), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Keynotes and Special Events, Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), School Leadership (LQS 1-9), Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)

2:15pm MST

Joy is a Choice: Embracing and Embodying a Joyful Lifestyle
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 2:15pm - 3:30pm MST
Pre-Recorded
  Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Reflection/Collaboration (TQS/LQS 2) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Reflection/Collaboration (TQS/LQS 2) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Reflection/Collaboration (TQS/LQS 2) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Reflection/Collaboration (TQS/LQS 2) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Reflection/Collaboration (TQS/LQS 2)

2:15pm MST

Balancing Life with Humour
Kate Davis has the unique ability to find humour in any situation and to offer creative solutions to defuse the frustrations in the home and workplace. Davis’ generous insight and outspoken character provides a powerful combination to help organizations empower their staff with effective tools for managing stress and sustaining motivation. Between our jobs, home, relationships with family, friends, and co-workers, learning how to balance our busy life demands a strong sense of personal development and, most importantly, a sense of humour.People who attend Davis’ “Balancing Life with Humour” lecture leave with an understanding of practical techniques for refueling, rediscovering, and reengaging their true selves. Learning to use humour as an instrument of communication creates an atmosphere of compassion, caring, and productivity.
Speakers
avatar for Kate Davis

Kate Davis

Kate Davis has the unique ability to find humour in any situation and offers creative solutions to defuse frustrations in both the workplace and at home. A hit comedian, who has opened for the likes of Seth Meyers, Bill Clinton, and Barbara Walters, Davis’ generous insight and hilarious... Read More →

Friday February 25, 2022 2:15pm - 3:30pm MST
Zoom 27
  Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Health and Wellness (TQS 3) |   Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Health and Wellness (TQS 3)
 

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