Beginning Teachers Aug 2025: Full Schedule

9:45am MDT

Accommodations and Adaptations and Modifications... Oh My! - Demystifying the Big Three in Student Support

Friday August 22, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am MDT

The terms accommodations, adaptations, and modifications are used interchangeably at times—but each plays a distinct role in supporting diverse learners. In this engaging and informative session, we’ll break down the definitions, purposes, and practical applications of each term. Through examples and clear criteria, you’ll gain the confidence to differentiate instruction effectively and equitably. Join us as we journey through the “Oh My!” of inclusive education!

Speakers

Kathleen Guillermo

Inclusive Programming Consultant

Lindsay Lott

Inclusive Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division

Lindsay Lott is an Inclusive Consultant with Edmonton Catholic Schools, bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to her role. With 15 years of classroom experience both abroad and here in Edmonton, Lindsay has developed a deep understanding of diverse educational environments... Read More →

Friday August 22, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am MDT
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K-6

11:00am MDT

Your "Rookie Season" Toolkit for Teaching PE and Wellness

Friday August 22, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm MDT

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Step into your first year of teaching PE & Wellness with confidence, clarity, and excitement. This session is designed to support new teachers with a comprehensive and practical toolkit that connects the “what” of the curriculum to the “why” of purpose-driven instruction and the “how” of effective implementation and assessment.

You’ll walk away with ready-to-use planning templates, assessment tools, and strategies to help make your first year of teaching PE & Wellness not only manageable—but meaningful and fun!

Speakers

Megan Brain

I’m a lifelong learner, athlete, and wellness enthusiast who is passionate about creating healthier communities through education. I believe that healthy people learn better, live more fully, build stronger relationships, and contribute more meaningfully to the world around them... Read More →

Friday August 22, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm MDT
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7-12

12:45pm MDT

Planning for EAL Learners with Benchmarks 2.0 in the Secondary Classroom

Friday August 22, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm MDT

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In this session, you will learn how English as an Additional Language (EAL) Benchmarks 2.0 will guide you in planning targeted and effective instruction for your EAL learners. Explore UDL strategies for fostering an environment where all learners can feel welcome and succeed.

Speakers

Vanessa Gavin

Secondary EAL Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division

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

Jacqueline Werstiuk

Secondary EAL Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division

Jacquie Werstiuk has over 30 years teaching and consulting experience with ECSD and earned her Masters degree in Teaching English as a Second Language from the UofA in 2014. For the past 8 years as an EAL Consultant, Jacquie has worked with ECSD high schools to program for and support... Read More →

Friday August 22, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm MDT
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7-12

2:00pm MDT

Catholic Calculations: Permeation in the Mathematics Classroom

Friday August 22, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MDT

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Join us for a meaningful session designed to explore how to bring our Catholic faith to life in the mathematics classroom. Grounded in the 5 Marks of Catholic Education, this session will guide you in creating a classroom culture that upholds the dignity of every child and reflects Gospel values. Together, we’ll look at practical ways to permeate Catholic identity not only through classroom environment and relationships, but also within the math curriculum itself. You’ll be introduced to a planning framework that supports intentional faith integration and walk away with ready-to-use resources to help you get started. Come be inspired, equipped, and supported as you begin your journey as a Catholic educator!

Speakers

Anita Hanneman

Elementary Math Consultant at Edmonton Catholic School Division, Edmonton Catholic School Division

Anita is incredibly grateful for the multitude of opportunities that God has graciously placed before her throughout her career in education. These opportunities have allowed her to receive training in various capacities, including early learning, secondary education, sciences, mathematics... Read More →

Kathleen Nguyen

Elementary Religious Education Consultant, Edmonton Catholic Schools

Kathleen Nguyen finds joy in sharing our Catholic faith and accompanying people on their faith journey. Kathleen loves to spend time with her family and is a great aunt; literally. This is a term she loves to use quite liberally and makes her friends call her Kathleen, the Great... Read More →

Friday August 22, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MDT
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K-6

Beginning Teachers Aug 2025

9:45am MDT

11:00am MDT

12:45pm MDT

2:00pm MDT

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