School Teams 4 - Final Round: Full Schedule

Welcome to our final round of School Teams for the year! We are celebrating making learning visible!

8:00am MDT

Registration and Check in (all participants please register for this session)

Monday May 13, 2024 8:00am - 8:30am MDT
3A/B

8:30am MDT

How Will I Know!?

Welcome to our energizing start to the day, inspired by Whitney Houston’s classic, "How Will I Know." As we cue up the final playlist of this year's School Teams, let’s dive into a rhythmic exploration of our educational impact. This activator challenges each of us to consider the essential question: How will I know if my students have truly learned?

Today, we're not just looking at report cards or standard assessments. We’re tuning into the deeper signals of student understanding and success. Through interactive discussions, reflective prompts, and creative exchanges, we’ll explore innovative ways to make learning visible and vibrant in every classroom.

Let's harmonize our efforts and amplify our insights, ensuring that the learning journey we craft is as clear and resonant as a well-loved song. Prepare to be inspired, engaged, and ready to make each learning moment a hit. Together, we'll set the stage for a symphony of student growth and achievement that echoes beyond today.

Speakers

Trisha Roffey

Manager of Elementary Curriculum, Edmonton Catholic Schools

Trish Roffey is the Manager of Elementary Curriculum for Edmonton Catholic Schools. She is an urban hippy with backyard chickens and bees, loves to build computers, and uses way too many exclamation points in emails!!!

Monday May 13, 2024 8:30am - 9:15am MDT
3A/B

All Participants

9:30am MDT

Leading with Clarity: Making Learning Visible for Administrators

Session Materials

Building on our successful session for teachers, this specialized deep dive is designed exclusively for administrators, sharpening the focus on instructional leadership through the lens of "Making Learning Visible." We will explore the profound impact that our leadership and teaching strategies can have on student learning and achievement.

Expect an engaging blend of discussion, sharing, and self-reflection, tailored to enhance your capacity as instructional leaders in assessment. Equip yourselves with the tools to lead and inspire your teams, ensuring that assessment is as visible as it is valuable.

Speakers

Tracy Hlus-Ewaskiw

Assessment & Reporting Consultant

Tracy Hlus-Ewaskiw is currently working as an Assessment and Reporting Consultant with Edmonton Catholic Schools. Within education, Tracy loves to learn about all things assessment, Universal Designs for Learning, equitable grading, ways to make learning visible and activating students... Read More →

Nicole Lafreniere

Monday May 13, 2024 9:30am - 10:45am MDT
2B

Admin

9:30am MDT

Bringing Learning to Light: Harnessing Digital Tools for Visible Impact

Session Materials

Dive into the dynamic world of digital tools in this interactive session for educators! Learn to illuminate student thinking, weave curricular ties, and capture compelling evidence for assessments. Unleash the power of technology to supercharge engagement and spotlight learning successes. Don't miss this transformative educational adventure!

Speakers

Joel Kristiansen

Emerging Technology Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division

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

Monday May 13, 2024 9:30am - 10:45am MDT
2A

K-6

9:30am MDT

Making Diversity Visible In Social Studies and Science

Session Materials

Join this session to uplift students and teachers seeking to make themselves visible in the classroom within the content areas. This session will cover how we can dive deeper into making connections and celebrating our diversity by using current events and phenomena: two-eyed seeing and content-specific mentor texts. You will leave this session with new resources to support you in your celebration.

Speakers

Katerina Campbell

Elementary Science Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division

Katerina Campbell Edmonton Catholic School Division Elementary Science Consultant katerina.campbell@ecsd.net Katerina is an elementary Science consultant at Edmonton Catholic Schools. She loves all things Science, exploring natural phenomena and will never stop asking “why?” Katerina... Read More →

Samantha Davidson

Elementary Social Studies Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division

Samantha Davidson is the Elemenraty Social Studies consultant. She loves movies and will use movie quotes and songs whenever possible.

Monday May 13, 2024 9:30am - 10:45am MDT
3A/B

K-6

11:00am MDT

Celebrating Success with Language Learning

Session Materials

Join this session to discover the power of making learning visible through language and content objectives. During this session, educators will learn key ways to incorporate language objectives into classroom content. We will also demonstrate and showcase how language objectives have been used as actual tasks in classrooms this past year. Educators will leave with multiple ideas for practical and low-prep tasks/activities for the classroom.

Speakers

Angelica Tan

EAL Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division

Angelica is 1/5, and one of the newest members of the EAL consultant team. Growing up as a language learner of English and French with a Filipino background, her passion for languages is deeply rooted in her upbringing. When not at work, you can find her exploring local cafes, watching... Read More →

Amy Leavitt

French as a Second Language Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division

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

Anne Simpson

Elementary EAL Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division

I am a mom to two children and two fur babies. I love to travel, read, do anything creative and spend time with friends/family (especially in cold hockey arenas and very hot soccer centers 😀). I am delighted to be joining the EAL consultant team this academic year. I can't wait... Read More →

Monday May 13, 2024 11:00am - 12:15pm MDT
2A

K-6

11:00am MDT

Rebellious Read Alouds- Part Deux- Looking at Abilities

Session Materials

Join us for the second installment of "Rebellions Read Alouds," where we'll explore diverse abilities within narratives. Through engaging stories and guided discussions, we'll delve into the challenges and triumphs of individuals with various abilities, fostering empathy and understanding. Facilitated by experts, this inclusive session offers a range of readings across genres, inviting participants to expand their perspectives and celebrate resilience. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with fellow rebels and rewrite narratives of strength and empowerment.

Speakers

Sarah Adomako-Ansah

EDIAR Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division

Sarah was an elementary teacher for eight years before taking an opportunity to grow and learn at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights. As the EDIAR Consultant, she hopes to support the staff of ECSD with knowledge surrounding conversations about Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and... Read More →

Samantha Davidson

Elementary Social Studies Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division

Samantha Davidson is the Elemenraty Social Studies consultant. She loves movies and will use movie quotes and songs whenever possible.

Monday May 13, 2024 11:00am - 12:15pm MDT
3A/B

K-6

11:00am MDT

Visualizing Literacy: Strategies for Visible Thinking In the ELAL Classroom (K-6)

Session Materials

In this session, you'll learn how to incorporate visible thinking techniques in your teaching to improve English Language Arts and Literacy outcomes. We'll explore practical ideas to make learning more visible, helping students with reading, writing, and critical thinking.

Speakers

Stephanie Pedersen

English Language Arts Consultant K-6, Edmonton Catholic School Division

Stephanie is an Elementary English Language Arts consultant with ECSD. She is passionate about literacy and establishing effective reading and writing instruction. In her spare time you can find her visiting with friends and family; likely sharing her love of podcasts, plants, and... Read More →

Monday May 13, 2024 11:00am - 12:15pm MDT
2B

K-6

12:15pm MDT

Lunch

Refuel your mind, body, and spirit with a delicious lunch provided!

Monday May 13, 2024 12:15pm - 1:00pm MDT
3A/B

All Participants

1:00pm MDT

Back to Blocks - Bringing Math to Life, Alright!

Session Materials

Join us in this engaging session as we expand the power of Digi-Blocks with the resource "Operations with Whole Numbers and Decimals." This session focuses on delving into the intricacies of using Digi-Blocks and Deci-Blocks to foster a deep understanding of place value in both whole numbers and decimals. We will explore lesson experiences to help develop mastery of operations of whole numbers and decimal numbers using this learning tool. Participants also will experience how to utilize Digi-Blocks and Deci-Blocks to develop an understanding of the relationship between decimals, fractions, ratios, and percents.

Speakers

Benjamin Prather

Math Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division

Benjamin is a mathematics consultant for the Edmonton Catholic School Division. Following a rewarding stint as an Emerging Technology consultant, and a return to the classroom, he has returned to his true passion: mathematics.In the role of a mathematics consultant, Benjamin brings... Read More →

Monday May 13, 2024 1:00pm - 2:15pm MDT
2B

4-6

1:00pm MDT

Collaborative Games Workshop

Session Materials

Get ready to get playing! This session offers hands-on experiences with a variety of collaborative games that promote teamwork and social skills. You’ll have the opportunity to play these games and gain insights on how to implement them in your classrooms. Plus, you’ll leave with a bag full of free swag, including game materials and lesson plans, ready to make your PEW classroom an even more engaging and fun space for your students!

Speakers

Brett Barron

Curriculum Consultant, Edmonton Catholic Schools

Brett has been a teacher for over 15 years with experience in elementary, junior high, and high school Health and Physical Education classrooms. Currently he serves the larger community as the Health and Physical Education consultant for Edmonton Catholic School Division. His teaching... Read More →

Jacqueline Koval

Physical Education and Wellness Consultant, Edmonton Catholic Schools

Jackie is a Physical Education and Wellness consultant with Edmonton Catholic schools. She is an elementary trained teacher who has taught both in Edmonton and internationally. Over a twenty-year career, Jackie has taught preschool through to grade six. Her greatest pleasure when... Read More →

Monday May 13, 2024 1:00pm - 2:15pm MDT
3A/B

K-6

1:00pm MDT

Harmonizing Hearts and Minds: Exploring Faith Through Creative Inquiry

Session Materials

Discover innovative ways to integrate faith, art, science, and other curricular outcomes in your teaching. Engage in hands-on activities that foster interdisciplinary connections, inspiring meaningful learning experiences for students.

Speakers

Haidee deRoca-Garcia

STEM Consultant, ECSD

Monday May 13, 2024 1:00pm - 2:15pm MDT
2A

K-6

2:30pm MDT

Collaborative Planning

***Please note this session is recommended for schools attending as a team to facilitate planning***

Ready to supercharge your school's game plan? Join us for a can't-miss, hands-on debrief and action-planning session that takes collaboration to the next level! Unite with your team and dive deep into the day's takeaways to blueprint your roadmap for an electrifying year ahead. But wait, there's more! Tap into the collective genius by mingling with teams from other schools, cross-pollinating groundbreaking ideas to amplify your impact.

Our top-notch curriculum consultants will be right at your elbow, offering targeted, real-time support to help you tackle challenges head-on. It's not just about inspiration; it's about walking out the door armed with a game-changing action plan, ready to skyrocket your school's teaching and learning experience to new heights. Don't miss out!

Speakers

Trisha Roffey

Manager of Elementary Curriculum, Edmonton Catholic Schools

Monday May 13, 2024 2:30pm - 3:30pm MDT
3A/B

All Participants

2:30pm MDT

Bug Club Digital Decodables, Phonics, and More!

Session Materials

Are you ready to take your phonics instruction to the next level? Look no further! ECSD teachers and students now have full access to 131 digital decodable books that beautifully align with The Phonics Companion Manual. Please join us to explore access and instructional features to compliment your phonics program and beyond. We will also revisit phonics instruction as well as share many newly created resources available to support you in your classroom!

Speakers

Stephanie Pedersen

English Language Arts Consultant K-6, Edmonton Catholic School Division

Monday May 13, 2024 2:30pm - 3:30pm MDT
2A

K-3

2:30pm MDT

Introduction to Do The Math

Session Materials

Do The Math is a powerful resource that we are introducing to all schools over the coming months. In this session you will receive an overview of this resource, which is specifically tailored to support targeted instruction and intervention for students in Kindergarten through Grade 6. This comprehensive program serves a dual purpose: helping students to progress mathematically by meticulously rebuilding their mathematical foundation and focusing on critical math concepts.

Speakers

Benjamin Prather

Math Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division

Monday May 13, 2024 2:30pm - 3:30pm MDT
2B

K-6