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MPTCA 2026 Conference

5 March 2026 – 6 March 2026MontanaMontana Physics Teachers Conference

Physics and STEM education conference with 200+ sessions covering science teaching, laboratory activities, and educational technology.

Arts Assessment Curriculum EAL/D Early Childhood EdTech Equity Explicit Instruction Leadership Literacy Mathematics Phonics STEM Science of Learning Wellbeing Writing

Sessions (203)

ADMINISTRATIONADMINISTRATION, ALLADMINISTRATION, DIV 1 (GR 1-3), DIV 2 (GR 4-6)ADMINISTRATION, DIV 1 (GR 1-3), DIV 2 (GR 4-6), JK -KADMINISTRATION, DIV 2 (GR 4-6), DIV 3 (GR 7-9), DIV 4 (GR 10-12)ADMINISTRATION, DIV 3 (GR 7-9), DIV 4 (GR 10-12)ALLALL, ADMINISTRATION, KEYNOTEALL, DIV 1 (GR 1-3), DIV 2 (GR 4-6), DIV 3 (GR 7-9), DIV 4 (GR 10-12)ALL, DIV 1 (GR 1-3), JK -KALL, DIV 4 (GR 10-12)ALL, KEYNOTEALL, PRE-REGISTRATIONDIV 1 (GR 1-3)DIV 1 (GR 1-3), DIV 2 (GR 4-6)DIV 1 (GR 1-3), DIV 2 (GR 4-6), DIV 3 (GR 7-9)DIV 1 (GR 1-3), DIV 2 (GR 4-6), JK -KDIV 1 (GR 1-3), JK -KDIV 1 (GR 1-3), JK -K, DIV 2 (GR 4-6)DIV 2 (GR 4-6)DIV 2 (GR 4-6), DIV 3 (GR 7-9)DIV 2 (GR 4-6), DIV 3 (GR 7-9), DIV 4 (GR 10-12)DIV 2 (GR 4-6), DIV 3 (GR 7-9), DIV 4 (GR 10-12), PRE-REGISTRATIONDIV 3 (GR 7-9)DIV 3 (GR 7-9), DIV 4 (GR 10-12)DIV 3 (GR 7-9), DIV 4 (GR 10-12), PRE-REGISTRATIONDIV 4 (GR 10-12)JK -K

Pre-recorded: 2026 President Schilling’s Convention Address

Thu, 5 Mar · 11:00 amALL

Exhibit Hall

Thu, 5 Mar · 3:00 pmALL

Multi-Faith Reflection Room: A Space for Spiritual Practice and Meditation SJ 131 & CS 183

Thu, 5 Mar · 3:00 pmALL

Quiet Room

Thu, 5 Mar · 3:00 pmALL

Sensory Room

Thu, 5 Mar · 3:00 pmALL

Pet Partners Therapy Animals

Thu, 5 Mar · 3:20 pmALL

Activating Joyful Allyship in Classrooms

Thu, 5 Mar · 4:00 pmALL

Art and the Holocaust (Double Session)

Thu, 5 Mar · 4:00 pmDIV 3 (GR 7-9), DIV 4 (GR 10-12)

ATRF Your Pension Essentials (Double Session)

Thu, 5 Mar · 4:00 pmALL

Colour & Creativity: Exploring Oil Pastels PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED (Double Session)

Thu, 5 Mar · 4:00 pmALL, PRE-REGISTRATION

Cultivating Curiosity: How School Gardens Grow Healthy Minds and Habits

Thu, 5 Mar · 4:00 pmDIV 1 (GR 1-3), DIV 2 (GR 4-6), DIV 3 (GR 7-9)

WellbeingEarly ChildhoodSTEM

Equitable Climate Justice in the Classroom

Thu, 5 Mar · 4:00 pmALL

Fibre Arts: Stitching in a Collaborative Learning Session PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED (Double Session)

Thu, 5 Mar · 4:00 pmALL, PRE-REGISTRATION

Financial Wellness Starts With You and it Starts NOW!

Thu, 5 Mar · 4:00 pmADMINISTRATION, ALL

EAL/DWellbeingEarly Childhood

From Scribbles to Purpose: Supporting Emergent Literacy for All Learners (Double Session)

Thu, 5 Mar · 4:00 pmALL, DIV 1 (GR 1-3), JK -K

LiteracyWriting

From Surviving to Thriving: Making School a Sanctuary for Newcomers and All Learners (DOUBLE SESSION)

Thu, 5 Mar · 4:00 pmADMINISTRATION, ALL

AssessmentEAL/DEquity

Introduction to ASL and Deaf Culture (Double Session)

Thu, 5 Mar · 4:00 pmALL

Junior/Senior High Woodshop (Full Day Session)

Thu, 5 Mar · 4:00 pmDIV 3 (GR 7-9), DIV 4 (GR 10-12)

Kinngait Through Goota's Eyes: A Tale of Challenges and Victories

Thu, 5 Mar · 4:00 pmALL

EAL/DEarly ChildhoodEquity

KNOW YOUR VALUES - PLACE VALUE GAMES FOR UPPER ELEMENTARY

Thu, 5 Mar · 4:00 pmDIV 2 (GR 4-6)

AssessmentMathematicsEarly Childhood

Let's Make a Visual Journal: Learn Bookbinding Techniques and How to Promote Metacognition Through Visual Journaling PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED (Full Day Session)

Thu, 5 Mar · 4:00 pmALL

Math Games Galore: Having Fun with Math for Lower Elementary!

Thu, 5 Mar · 4:00 pmDIV 1 (GR 1-3)

MathematicsEAL/D

Poetry Playtime- Ideas for the Elementary Educator

Thu, 5 Mar · 4:00 pmDIV 1 (GR 1-3), DIV 2 (GR 4-6)

Rooted in Regulation: Tools for Real Classrooms

Thu, 5 Mar · 4:00 pmALL

EAL/DWellbeingSTEM

Social Studies K-6: Ideas on how to Embed Social Studies into ELAL and Numeracy Routines

Thu, 5 Mar · 4:00 pmADMINISTRATION, DIV 1 (GR 1-3), DIV 2 (GR 4-6), JK -K

MathematicsCurriculum

Unlucky When Hiring?

Thu, 5 Mar · 4:00 pmADMINISTRATION

Whole food and plant-based weekly meal prep SESSION FULL (Double Session)

Thu, 5 Mar · 4:00 pmALL, PRE-REGISTRATION

EAL/DEarly Childhood

Your Brain, Your Life: Foundations of Learning

Thu, 5 Mar · 4:00 pmALL, KEYNOTE

Empowering Future Financial Leaders: Implementing a High School Investing Class

Thu, 5 Mar · 5:30 pmDIV 3 (GR 7-9), DIV 4 (GR 10-12)

LiteracyEarly ChildhoodCurriculum

Exploring Inuit Games: Tradition, Skills, and Community

Thu, 5 Mar · 5:30 pmALL

AssessmentEarly Childhood

Exploring the new Career Education and Financial Literacy curriculum

Thu, 5 Mar · 5:30 pmDIV 3 (GR 7-9)

LiteracyAssessmentCurriculum

Filling Your Staff Recognition Tool Kit

Thu, 5 Mar · 5:30 pmADMINISTRATION, ALL

Financial Wellness: How and What do teachers Get Paid

Thu, 5 Mar · 5:30 pmALL

From Anxiety to Action: EcoAnxiety as a Tool for Action

Thu, 5 Mar · 5:30 pmALL

EAL/DEarly ChildhoodSTEM

Get 'em Moving! Dynamic and Inclusive Activities for Any Classroom

Thu, 5 Mar · 5:30 pmDIV 1 (GR 1-3), DIV 2 (GR 4-6), DIV 3 (GR 7-9)

I Hate Poetry: Engaging Ideas That Will Transform Your Junior High Classroom

Thu, 5 Mar · 5:30 pmDIV 3 (GR 7-9)

LiteracyWriting

Inclusive Practices for Teachers and Caregivers: a focus on primary and secondary education

Thu, 5 Mar · 5:30 pmALL

Making Assessment Meaningful: From Evidence to Action

Thu, 5 Mar · 5:30 pmADMINISTRATION, DIV 2 (GR 4-6), DIV 3 (GR 7-9), DIV 4 (GR 10-12)

AssessmentEAL/D

Making Social Studies Planning Engaging for You and your Students! Social Studies Curriculum K- 6 - with a special emphasis on 4 - 6.

Thu, 5 Mar · 5:30 pmDIV 1 (GR 1-3), DIV 2 (GR 4-6)

Math Games Galore: Having Fun with Math for Upper Elementary!

Thu, 5 Mar · 5:30 pmDIV 2 (GR 4-6)

MathematicsEAL/D

Multiple Representations of Energy

Thu, 5 Mar · 5:30 pmDIV 3 (GR 7-9), DIV 4 (GR 10-12)

Practical Wisdom, Calm the Chaos: Surviving & Thriving as a Beginning Teacher: Real Strategies, and a Touch of Inspiration

Thu, 5 Mar · 5:30 pmADMINISTRATION, DIV 1 (GR 1-3), DIV 2 (GR 4-6)

EAL/DWellbeingEarly Childhood

Principles of Learning

Thu, 5 Mar · 5:30 pmALL, KEYNOTE

Provincial ATA Update (formerly President Schilling: Unplugged)

Thu, 5 Mar · 5:30 pmALL

SHUFFLING INTO MATH - PRIMARY CARD GAMES

Thu, 5 Mar · 5:30 pmDIV 1 (GR 1-3), JK -K

AssessmentMathematicsEarly Childhood

STIM en action : Relier les métiers spécialisés, les mathématiques et les sciences

Thu, 5 Mar · 5:30 pmALL

MathematicsEAL/D

Supporting Key Financial, Economic, and Entrepreneurial Competencies For Educating Alberta Youth With FREE Financial Literacy Resources.

Thu, 5 Mar · 5:30 pmALL

LiteracyEAL/DEarly Childhood

Teaching First Nations, Metis, and Inuit Culture and histories using Breakout EDU

Thu, 5 Mar · 5:30 pmALL

Early Childhood

The Agile Teacher - Hiring Guidance and Career Development

Thu, 5 Mar · 5:30 pmALL

This is NOT a Body Break. This is Movement-based Learning

Thu, 5 Mar · 5:30 pmDIV 1 (GR 1-3), JK -K

Understanding Epilepsy in School Age Students - Research and Resources

Thu, 5 Mar · 5:30 pmALL

Aboriginal Games

Thu, 5 Mar · 7:40 pmALL

MathematicsEAL/DEarly Childhood

Alberta Colony Educators - Teaching in the Ultimate Multigrade Classroom

Thu, 5 Mar · 7:40 pmDIV 1 (GR 1-3), DIV 2 (GR 4-6), DIV 3 (GR 7-9)

AssessmentEAL/DSTEM

ASEBP Benefit Overview Presentation

Thu, 5 Mar · 7:40 pmALL

Brains Over Bots: AI-Resistant Approaches for Authentic Learning

Thu, 5 Mar · 7:40 pmALL

Burnout and Beyond: Lessons In Resilience

Thu, 5 Mar · 7:40 pmALL

Crochet for Beginners (Double Session)

Thu, 5 Mar · 7:40 pmDIV 3 (GR 7-9), DIV 4 (GR 10-12), PRE-REGISTRATION

EcoSchools in Alberta: A Curriculum Linked Framework for Environmental and Climate Action

Thu, 5 Mar · 7:40 pmALL

From the Lab to the Classroom: Tech, AI, and the Brain! 1 Hour

Thu, 5 Mar · 7:40 pmALL, KEYNOTE

FULL - no longer taking registrations! Golf Simulation: Try It, Learn It, Love It (Double Session)

Thu, 5 Mar · 7:40 pmALL, PRE-REGISTRATION

AssessmentEdTechSTEM

Great lessons for teaching the Holocaust (Double Session)

Thu, 5 Mar · 7:40 pmDIV 3 (GR 7-9), DIV 4 (GR 10-12)

Intro To Aerial Hammocks FULL

Thu, 5 Mar · 7:40 pmALL, PRE-REGISTRATION

Le nouveau curriculum d'études sociales: planifier, intégrer, évaluer M-3e (Double Session)

Thu, 5 Mar · 7:40 pmDIV 1 (GR 1-3), JK -K

AssessmentCurriculum

Low Tech in the Science classroom

Thu, 5 Mar · 7:40 pmDIV 3 (GR 7-9), DIV 4 (GR 10-12)

AssessmentMathematicsEAL/D

Math Therapy: How to Interrupt the Math Anxiety Spiral

Thu, 5 Mar · 7:40 pmALL

MathematicsSTEMArts

Micro:bits Across the Curriculum

Thu, 5 Mar · 7:40 pmDIV 2 (GR 4-6), DIV 3 (GR 7-9)

AssessmentEdTechEAL/D

Mitigating Risks in a Digital World

Thu, 5 Mar · 7:40 pmALL

Multiplication Matters - Math Games to Teach and Practice Multiplication

Thu, 5 Mar · 7:40 pmDIV 2 (GR 4-6), DIV 3 (GR 7-9)

AssessmentMathematicsEAL/D

Nature of Science

Thu, 5 Mar · 7:40 pmDIV 2 (GR 4-6), DIV 3 (GR 7-9), DIV 4 (GR 10-12)

Retiree Benefits Education Session

Thu, 5 Mar · 7:40 pmALL

Sparking Engagement in your Div 2/3 Science Classroom with Free Energy Learning Resources PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED (Double Session)

Thu, 5 Mar · 7:40 pmDIV 2 (GR 4-6), DIV 3 (GR 7-9)

Success with Basic Addition and Subtraction Facts

Thu, 5 Mar · 7:40 pmDIV 1 (GR 1-3)

TAG You're It; Miniature Graffiti Art PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED (Double Session)

Thu, 5 Mar · 7:40 pmDIV 2 (GR 4-6), DIV 3 (GR 7-9), DIV 4 (GR 10-12), PRE-REGISTRATION

tapwewin: Dismantling Anti-Indigenous Racism

Thu, 5 Mar · 7:40 pmALL

The Starry Night - Unleash Your Inner Van Gogh PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED (Double Session)

Thu, 5 Mar · 7:40 pmALL, PRE-REGISTRATION

Unpacking the New Grades 7-9 Curriculum: Architecture, Collaboration & Practical Tools (Double Session)

Thu, 5 Mar · 7:40 pmDIV 3 (GR 7-9)

MathematicsCurriculum

Using the Eight Senses to Foster Student Success

Thu, 5 Mar · 7:40 pmDIV 1 (GR 1-3), DIV 2 (GR 4-6), JK -K

What Do You Mean Literature Circles in Junior High?!

Thu, 5 Mar · 7:40 pmDIV 3 (GR 7-9)

Explicit InstructionAssessmentCurriculum

When Art and Poetry Collide, Magic Happens: Unlocking Creativity in All Learners PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED (Double Session)

Thu, 5 Mar · 7:40 pmDIV 3 (GR 7-9), DIV 4 (GR 10-12), PRE-REGISTRATION

WritingEdTechEAL/D

Where Staff Believe They Belong

Thu, 5 Mar · 7:40 pmADMINISTRATION, ALL

5 Pin Bowling

Thu, 5 Mar · 9:10 pmALL

Explicit Instruction

ATRF Steps to Receiving Your Pension

Thu, 5 Mar · 9:10 pmALL

Brain Gymnastics: Flexibility That Moves Learning Ahead

Thu, 5 Mar · 9:10 pmDIV 1 (GR 1-3)

EAL/DLeadershipCurriculum

Building Belonging with Big Beautiful Math Problems and Powerful Picture Books (Div. 1, 2, 3)

Thu, 5 Mar · 9:10 pmDIV 1 (GR 1-3), DIV 2 (GR 4-6), DIV 3 (GR 7-9)

MathematicsEquity

Can I Get a Witness? They Are Watching You…

Thu, 5 Mar · 9:10 pmALL

Code of Conduct: Navigating the Alberta Teaching Profession's Process (K-12)

Thu, 5 Mar · 9:10 pmALL

Dealing with volatile situations

Thu, 5 Mar · 9:10 pmALL

Heartfelt Creations: Tackling Big Emotions Through Story & Art

Thu, 5 Mar · 9:10 pmDIV 1 (GR 1-3), DIV 2 (GR 4-6)

How to Redefine Success (and Stop Fearing Failure)

Thu, 5 Mar · 9:10 pmALL

MathematicsSTEM

Imagining a new story - Your journey of truth telling and the reconciliation process

Thu, 5 Mar · 9:10 pmALL

Introduction to Ukrainian

Thu, 5 Mar · 9:10 pmALL

Early Childhood

Learning With Lego

Thu, 5 Mar · 9:10 pmDIV 2 (GR 4-6), DIV 3 (GR 7-9), DIV 4 (GR 10-12)

MathematicsEAL/DSTEM

Mini Labs

Thu, 5 Mar · 9:10 pmDIV 3 (GR 7-9), DIV 4 (GR 10-12)

AssessmentSTEMCurriculum

Robot Bootcamp

Thu, 5 Mar · 9:10 pmDIV 2 (GR 4-6), DIV 3 (GR 7-9)

EdTechCurriculum

SHAKE UP YOUR OPERATIONAL FLUENCY PRACTICE - PRIMARY

Thu, 5 Mar · 9:10 pmDIV 1 (GR 1-3), JK -K

LiteracyAssessmentMathematics

Stress, Technology, and Learning: A Dangerous Triumvirate

Thu, 5 Mar · 9:10 pmALL, KEYNOTE

Thanks! GREAT Job!

Thu, 5 Mar · 9:10 pmADMINISTRATION, ALL

The Science of Play - Bringing the Playground into the Classroom

Thu, 5 Mar · 9:10 pmDIV 4 (GR 10-12)

Top 10 Numeracy Activities for Preschool/Kindergarten

Thu, 5 Mar · 9:10 pmJK -K

MathematicsEarly Childhood

Venez découvrir les ressources du Centre !

Thu, 5 Mar · 9:10 pmALL

EAL/DEarly ChildhoodCurriculum

Walk, Breathe, Restore: A Nature Break for Educators

Thu, 5 Mar · 9:10 pmALL

World's Biggest Problem - Teaching Project Based Learning in Junior High Language Arts

Thu, 5 Mar · 9:10 pmDIV 3 (GR 7-9)

AssessmentCurriculum

Worldbuilding Fun for Fiction Writing

Thu, 5 Mar · 9:10 pmDIV 2 (GR 4-6), DIV 3 (GR 7-9), DIV 4 (GR 10-12)

LiteracyWritingEAL/D

MPTCA Mixer!

Thu, 5 Mar · 10:30 pmALL

A guided journey on the road to French proficiency - PART ONE: Let's talk about it! (Double Session)

Fri, 6 Mar · 4:00 pmDIV 2 (GR 4-6), DIV 3 (GR 7-9), DIV 4 (GR 10-12)

LiteracyAssessmentEarly Childhood

Braiding Knowledge, Belonging, and Reconciliation

Fri, 6 Mar · 4:00 pmALL

EAL/DEquitySTEM

Built in the Bay: Student Growth Through Auto Tech (Full Day Session)

Fri, 6 Mar · 4:00 pmDIV 4 (GR 10-12)

AssessmentEdTech

Circle Up! Fun and Engaging Circle Games to Energize Your Classroom

Fri, 6 Mar · 4:00 pmDIV 1 (GR 1-3), DIV 2 (GR 4-6)

Early ChildhoodArts

Des jeux pour s'engager profondément en maths - 1er á 3e année

Fri, 6 Mar · 4:00 pmDIV 1 (GR 1-3)

MathematicsCurriculum

Div 3 Poetry

Fri, 6 Mar · 4:00 pmDIV 3 (GR 7-9)

Donner sens au nouveau curriculum d'études sociales: planifier, intégrer, évaluer 4-6e (Double Session)

Fri, 6 Mar · 4:00 pmDIV 2 (GR 4-6)

AssessmentEAL/DCurriculum

EASY MATH GAMES TO MAKE MATH EASY FOR UPPER ELEMEMENTARY STUDENTS AND THEIR TEACHERS

Fri, 6 Mar · 4:00 pmDIV 2 (GR 4-6), DIV 3 (GR 7-9)

AssessmentMathematicsEarly Childhood

Exploring the Curriculum through MakeCode: Arcade (Double Session)

Fri, 6 Mar · 4:00 pmDIV 2 (GR 4-6), DIV 3 (GR 7-9)

EdTechSTEMCurriculum

First We Understand - Visual Algebra 7-12

Fri, 6 Mar · 4:00 pmDIV 4 (GR 10-12)

FULL - Needle Felting: Create Your Own Owl or Penguin (Double Session)

Fri, 6 Mar · 4:00 pmALL, PRE-REGISTRATION

Get OUT-side and Learn

Fri, 6 Mar · 4:00 pmDIV 1 (GR 1-3), DIV 2 (GR 4-6), JK -K

AssessmentEarly ChildhoodSTEM

How to Make Students Care (Without Bribes or BS)

Fri, 6 Mar · 4:00 pmALL, KEYNOTE

MathematicsCurriculum

Lego: Making Literal BLOCK Prints PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED (Double Session)

Fri, 6 Mar · 4:00 pmALL, PRE-REGISTRATION

Level Up Your Classroom: A Beginner's Guide to Gamification (Double Session)

Fri, 6 Mar · 4:00 pmALL

PhonicsEAL/DSTEM

Line dance for fun and fitness

Fri, 6 Mar · 4:00 pmALL

Math in the Wild: Taking Numbers Outside

Fri, 6 Mar · 4:00 pmDIV 1 (GR 1-3), JK -K

AssessmentMathematics

Once Upon a Time

Fri, 6 Mar · 4:00 pmDIV 1 (GR 1-3), JK -K

PARDS Therapeutic Centre PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED (Double Session)

Fri, 6 Mar · 4:00 pmALL, PRE-REGISTRATION

Re-engage Students and Improve Cognition Starting Monday: Utilize Influential Psychology to Increase Engagement (Double Session)

Fri, 6 Mar · 4:00 pmALL

Science of LearningSTEM

Resilience: The Pre-requisite for Positive Mental Health and Student Success

Fri, 6 Mar · 4:00 pmDIV 4 (GR 10-12)

EAL/DWellbeingCurriculum

Save Your Soul (and Your Sanity): How to Avoid Burnout

Fri, 6 Mar · 4:00 pmALL

Success with Basic Multiplication and Division Facts

Fri, 6 Mar · 4:00 pmDIV 1 (GR 1-3), DIV 2 (GR 4-6)

The Transfer Dilemma

Fri, 6 Mar · 4:00 pmALL, KEYNOTE

Thinking On-The-Spot

Fri, 6 Mar · 4:00 pmDIV 3 (GR 7-9), DIV 4 (GR 10-12)

What I Learned About Leadership as a "Come From Away"

Fri, 6 Mar · 4:00 pmALL, ADMINISTRATION, KEYNOTE

EAL/DLeadership

What?! That's A Course? Holocaust Studies 5 years in

Fri, 6 Mar · 4:00 pmDIV 4 (GR 10-12)

Writing that Stirs the Heart

Fri, 6 Mar · 4:00 pmALL

LiteracyWritingEAL/D

ARTA and the ARTA Benefit Plans “Looking Ahead to NEW ADVENTURES" - Presented by Alberta Retired Teachers Association

Fri, 6 Mar · 5:30 pmALL

ASEBP MyRetiree Presentation

Fri, 6 Mar · 5:30 pmALL

Beyond Superteacher: Embracing Imperfection & Prioritizing Yourself

Fri, 6 Mar · 5:30 pmALL

Bounce, Play, Grow: Teaching Basketball the Jr. NBA Way

Fri, 6 Mar · 5:30 pmDIV 1 (GR 1-3), DIV 2 (GR 4-6)

D3/4 SS Writing Part 2: Historical Narratives and Debates

Fri, 6 Mar · 5:30 pmDIV 3 (GR 7-9), DIV 4 (GR 10-12)

WritingEarly Childhood

Data Driven & Stress-Free: Mastering Google Sheets for Student Success (Basics)

Fri, 6 Mar · 5:30 pmALL

AssessmentLeadershipSTEM

Des jeux pour s'engager profondément en maths - 4e á 6e année

Fri, 6 Mar · 5:30 pmDIV 2 (GR 4-6)

MathematicsCurriculum

Empowering Students: AI in the Classroom

Fri, 6 Mar · 5:30 pmALL

LiteracyAssessmentEdTech

ENGAGING MATH GAMES WITH ENGAGING DICE - PRIMARY

Fri, 6 Mar · 5:30 pmDIV 1 (GR 1-3)

AssessmentMathematicsEarly Childhood

First We Understand: Trig Origami 10-12

Fri, 6 Mar · 5:30 pmDIV 3 (GR 7-9), DIV 4 (GR 10-12)

From Resilience to Renewal: Hope as the Heart of Education

Fri, 6 Mar · 5:30 pmALL

Healthy Grief: Conversations that Heal

Fri, 6 Mar · 5:30 pmALL

How to Help High School Students Make Financial Decisions That Reflect Their Personal Values

Fri, 6 Mar · 5:30 pmDIV 4 (GR 10-12)

AssessmentEAL/D

Literacy & Numeracy: Development and Key Milestones

Fri, 6 Mar · 5:30 pmALL, KEYNOTE

LiteracyMathematicsEAL/D

Music Classes Pop With Props!

Fri, 6 Mar · 5:30 pmDIV 1 (GR 1-3), DIV 2 (GR 4-6)

Permeation in a mathematics class? Supporting teachers in bringing faith to life in the math classroom.

Fri, 6 Mar · 5:30 pmDIV 1 (GR 1-3), DIV 2 (GR 4-6)

Questions School Leaders Ask

Fri, 6 Mar · 5:30 pmALL

Rap Battle Strategy

Fri, 6 Mar · 5:30 pmDIV 3 (GR 7-9), DIV 4 (GR 10-12)

WritingEarly ChildhoodArts

Ready Minds and Calm Bodies: Relax and Regulate

Fri, 6 Mar · 5:30 pmDIV 1 (GR 1-3), DIV 2 (GR 4-6), JK -K

WritingEAL/DWellbeing

Rooted in Reading, Growing in Writing: Teaching Literacy Outside

Fri, 6 Mar · 5:30 pmDIV 2 (GR 4-6)

LiteracyWritingAssessment

Sacred Smudging: Healing and Connection

Fri, 6 Mar · 5:30 pmALL

AssessmentEAL/DWellbeing

They Won’t Care How Much You Know Until They Know How Much You Care: What I’ve Learned Though 33 Years of Youth Ministry

Fri, 6 Mar · 5:30 pmALL

Understanding the Metis: Culture, Political History, and Today!

Fri, 6 Mar · 5:30 pmALL, DIV 1 (GR 1-3), DIV 2 (GR 4-6), DIV 3 (GR 7-9), DIV 4 (GR 10-12)

EAL/DLeadershipEquity

Unlocking Math Vocabulary Through Word Study

Fri, 6 Mar · 5:30 pmDIV 2 (GR 4-6), DIV 3 (GR 7-9)

PhonicsMathematics

Using Andragogy to Facilitate Mentorship

Fri, 6 Mar · 5:30 pmADMINISTRATION

Using stories in a second language classroom

Fri, 6 Mar · 5:30 pmALL

Write Like an Author: Using Picture Books as Mentor Texts to Inspire Young Writers

Fri, 6 Mar · 5:30 pmDIV 1 (GR 1-3), DIV 2 (GR 4-6)

A guided journey on the road to French proficiency - PART TWO: Read all about it! (Double Session)

Fri, 6 Mar · 7:40 pmDIV 2 (GR 4-6), DIV 3 (GR 7-9), DIV 4 (GR 10-12)

Amigarumi Crochet - Intermediate crochet PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED (Double Session)

Fri, 6 Mar · 7:40 pmDIV 3 (GR 7-9), DIV 4 (GR 10-12), PRE-REGISTRATION

Beyond Burnout: How I Reimagined My Classroom To Find Joy & Agency

Fri, 6 Mar · 7:40 pmALL

EAL/DEarly Childhood

Bored? Games! (Double Session)

Fri, 6 Mar · 7:40 pmALL

Brain Dance: Moving for Learning and Development

Fri, 6 Mar · 7:40 pmDIV 1 (GR 1-3), JK -K, DIV 2 (GR 4-6)

EAL/DWellbeingSTEM

Colour Magic with Pointillism PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Fri, 6 Mar · 7:40 pmALL, PRE-REGISTRATION

Comprendre les valeurs de position, un investissement! - 2e á 6e année

Fri, 6 Mar · 7:40 pmDIV 1 (GR 1-3), DIV 2 (GR 4-6)

Connecting the Dots: The Treaties, Indian Act & Residential Schools

Fri, 6 Mar · 7:40 pmALL, DIV 4 (GR 10-12)

LeadershipEquitySTEM

Cornhole

Fri, 6 Mar · 7:40 pmALL

Div 2 and 3 - Epic end of year projects - what to do in June?

Fri, 6 Mar · 7:40 pmDIV 3 (GR 7-9)

EAL/DCurriculum

Engage your Students with Canva: Creative Tools and Unique Projects

Fri, 6 Mar · 7:40 pmDIV 2 (GR 4-6), DIV 3 (GR 7-9), DIV 4 (GR 10-12)

Enhance Student Writing Starting Monday: Practical Strategies for Increasing Engagement and Improving Skills in Creative Writing (ATA Fine Arts)

Fri, 6 Mar · 7:40 pmDIV 2 (GR 4-6), DIV 3 (GR 7-9)

Explorer le nouveau curriculum d'études sociales 7-9e: une carte pour s'orienter

Fri, 6 Mar · 7:40 pmDIV 3 (GR 7-9)

EAL/DCurriculum

Failure in Coding

Fri, 6 Mar · 7:40 pmDIV 2 (GR 4-6), DIV 3 (GR 7-9)

EdTechEAL/DCurriculum

Failure: Friend or Foe?

Fri, 6 Mar · 7:40 pmALL

Feelings in Full Colour: SEL across the curriculum

Fri, 6 Mar · 7:40 pmDIV 1 (GR 1-3), DIV 2 (GR 4-6)

LiteracyMathematicsEAL/D

Frameworks - Scaffolding Understanding in Math

Fri, 6 Mar · 7:40 pmDIV 1 (GR 1-3), DIV 2 (GR 4-6)

Explicit InstructionMathematics

From Play to Learning: Embracing Fun & Learning Together

Fri, 6 Mar · 7:40 pmDIV 1 (GR 1-3), JK -K

Early ChildhoodCurriculum

I Will Survive...Parent-Teacher Conversations!

Fri, 6 Mar · 7:40 pmALL

Inclusive Classrooms in Action: Belonging, UDL, and Strength-Based Strategies

Fri, 6 Mar · 7:40 pmALL

Let the Music Flow Yoga

Fri, 6 Mar · 7:40 pmALL

Let's Play Handbells! Grades 3-12 (Double Session)

Fri, 6 Mar · 7:40 pmDIV 2 (GR 4-6), DIV 3 (GR 7-9), DIV 4 (GR 10-12)

Living Systems in 360° – Teaching Biodiversity Using Immersive Planetarium Experiences

Fri, 6 Mar · 7:40 pmDIV 1 (GR 1-3), DIV 2 (GR 4-6), DIV 3 (GR 7-9)

EAL/DLeadershipEquity

Mini Masterpieces for Mini Museums PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Fri, 6 Mar · 7:40 pmALL, PRE-REGISTRATION

Off-Campus PLC

Fri, 6 Mar · 7:40 pmDIV 4 (GR 10-12)

On With the Show - Ideas for Assemblies, Concerts, and Special Days

Fri, 6 Mar · 7:40 pmDIV 1 (GR 1-3), DIV 2 (GR 4-6), JK -K

Pickleball

Fri, 6 Mar · 7:40 pmALL

Quality time with your characters

Fri, 6 Mar · 7:40 pmDIV 2 (GR 4-6), DIV 3 (GR 7-9), DIV 4 (GR 10-12)

Reimagining the Multiplication Chart: A Powerful Tool for Math Fluency

Fri, 6 Mar · 7:40 pmDIV 2 (GR 4-6), DIV 3 (GR 7-9)

LiteracyMathematics

Streamline Your Assessments and Marking!

Fri, 6 Mar · 7:40 pmALL

Teaching Coding Through Game Design with MakeCode Arcade

Fri, 6 Mar · 7:40 pmDIV 2 (GR 4-6)

Tipi Traditions and Balanced Living: Wisdom for Today's World (Double Session)

Fri, 6 Mar · 7:40 pmALL

AssessmentEAL/DEquity

Tips for Teaching High School Students About Investing

Fri, 6 Mar · 7:40 pmDIV 4 (GR 10-12)

AssessmentEAL/D

Cultivate Happiness: Mastering Indoor Plants

Fri, 6 Mar · 9:10 pmALL

Explorer le nouveau curriculum de carrières et la littératie financiãre (ECLF)

Fri, 6 Mar · 9:10 pmDIV 3 (GR 7-9)

EAL/DCurriculum

Gr 9: Part 2 -Engaging Projects (Collective Rights, YCJA, Charter)

Fri, 6 Mar · 9:10 pmDIV 3 (GR 7-9)

LiteracyWriting

Grades that Inform: Using Cognitive-Based Assessment vs. Traditional Grading in Secondary Level Subjects

Fri, 6 Mar · 9:10 pmADMINISTRATION, DIV 3 (GR 7-9), DIV 4 (GR 10-12)

AssessmentEAL/D

Is This for a Grade? Rethinking the Role of Formative Assessment

Fri, 6 Mar · 9:10 pmDIV 2 (GR 4-6), DIV 3 (GR 7-9), DIV 4 (GR 10-12)

Navigating Vretta: Beyond the PATs and DIPs

Fri, 6 Mar · 9:10 pmALL

AssessmentEdTechLeadership

Photography as a Tool for Developing Observational Skills and Self-Awareness

Fri, 6 Mar · 9:10 pmDIV 2 (GR 4-6), DIV 3 (GR 7-9), DIV 4 (GR 10-12)

LiteracyWritingEAL/D

Run For Fun

Fri, 6 Mar · 9:10 pmALL

Speak Up: Performance Activities to Build Your Students' Confidence

Fri, 6 Mar · 9:10 pmDIV 3 (GR 7-9), DIV 4 (GR 10-12)

The A.I. Students Actually Need: Authentic Interaction. Because Kids Still Need to Talk to People.

Fri, 6 Mar · 9:10 pmDIV 1 (GR 1-3), DIV 2 (GR 4-6), JK -K

The Distance: What Ultramarathons Teach Us About Education and Leadership

Fri, 6 Mar · 9:10 pmALL