Brandon Teachers’ Association – LIFT 2016 PLEASE NOTE:  A cancellation fee of $10.00 will be charged with respect to any cancellations requested. Cancellations will not be processed until after October 21, 2016.  Registration process uses Credit Cards only.  Visa/MC Debit Cards and Prepaid Cards will NOT work.

Keynote Speakers: 1)

COMMUNITY, CULTURE AND WELL-BECOMING Kevin Lamoureux, Instructor, University of Winnipeg and University of Manitoba

Kevin Lamoureux is an instructor at the University of Winnipeg and the University of Manitoba, a wellknown public speaker, a writer, and co-host of the popular podcast The Frank and Kevin Show: In Colour (a free, sometimes funny resource on topics of Indigenous education and politics). Most recently Lamoureux was named co-Chair for the Provincial Task Force on Educational Outcomes for Children in Care. His writing has been featured in the Winnipeg Free Press, Grassroots News and many academic journals. He has been seen on local television (including APTN and the CBC news), heard around the world through his podcast (which is downloaded in over a dozen different countries), and he has given presentations around the globe (from Australia, to Thailand, parts of Europe, the United States and throughout Canada). Lamoureux was named Scholar in Residence and Divisional Day Speaker for the Seven Oaks School Division, Diversity Coach for Sunrise School Division, Divisional Day Speaker for St. James School Division and works closely with several other school divisions, districts and organizations around the province. Kevin Lamoureux is working towards his PhD in the University of Manitoba's Wellness and Sustainability cohort. He works closely with schools throughout Manitoba in support of Aboriginal education and the inclusion of Aboriginal perspectives; enrichment and talent development, as well as working with troubled and disengaged students. He is the recent recipient of the Aboriginal Circle of Educators Honouring Our Ways award, the Robin H. Farquhar Award for Excellence in Contributing to Self-Governance as nominated by his colleagues, the University of Winnipeg's Merit Award, the International Center for Innovation in Education (ICIE) Young Scholar Award, and UNE's Merit award for outstanding academic performance. As a member of the Faculty of Education's ACCESS community, he works directly with preservice teachers preparing for careers in the inner city. Canada is moving into an age of reconciliation, in which our nation’s citizens have the opportunity to fully embrace values of social justice, equity and integrity as we reclaim our true identity as a country. The Truth and Reconciliation Commission offered 94 calls to action as a roadmap towards true reconciliation. Many of these recommendations centred on education as a means of creating empathy and understanding, and of righting historical wrongs. Today, educators across the country are exploring ways to incorporate Indigenous histories, perspectives and experiences in a way that moves beyond tokenism into authentic learning that empowers learners to create change. This session will focus on an inclusive approach to reflecting values of Truth and Reconciliation in teaching practice that allows all students to enjoy a sense of belonging. Suitable for all Grades, Administrators, Resource, EAs and Counsellors 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (Maximum number of participants 100) COST: $50.00 LOCATION: LECTURE THEATRE CROCUS PLAINS

 

 

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PHYSICAL LITERACY-THE GATEWAY TO ACTIVE PARTICIPATION Dr. Dean Kriellaars, University of Manitoba

Dean Kriellaars is a faculty member for the College of Rehabilitation Sciences at the University of Manitoba. His research focuses on physical literacy as a means to achieve meaningful active participation by the population. He has received numerous teaching awards, service to community awards, as well as international and national awards for research. He works with many agencies to improve community wellness including Sport for Life, PHE Canada, Project Play, Canadian Centre for Substance Abuse, Cirque du Soleil, National Circus School, etc. This session will describe the worldwide growth of the Physical Literacy Movement, and the need for it in our “slow kill, inactive thrill” culture. The history and definition of physical literate will be briefly presented. Recent studies which have identified physical illiteracy as a cause of inactivity will be presented. Finally, successful Canadian interventions in the education, recreation and sports sectors will be described. Suitable for all Grades, Physical Education Teachers, Administrators, Resource, EAs and Counsellors

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9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

(Maximum number of participants 50)

1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

(Maximum number of participants 50) COST: $25.00 LOCATION: GYMNASIUM CROCUS PLAINS

UNDERSTANDING AND APPROACHING BETTER WELLNESS Stephen de Groot, Transformation Architect, Myriad Consulting

As the Founder and President of Myriad Consulting, Stephen holds two important and purposeful intentions: which are to enhance the quality and experience of the people being served as clients and; to enhance the quality, value and meaning of the people providing that service. An expert and authority on human behavior, performance, organizational climate, culture, development and leadership, Stephen maintains an exceptional track record in results. His approach to working with individuals, teams and/or whole organizations is informed and guided by an extensive and expansive range of philosophical, theoretical, technical and research-based orientations. More importantly however, Stephen takes his lead from “what works best”, information gathered within the experiences and success stories from the thousands of people he has worked with. Stephen has combined information gathered from thousands of employee experiences with the latest research on quality leadership, employee motivation, engagement and performance from Leader-Member Exchange (LMX) Theory and the last 3 decades of Work Motivation Theory. The research is applicable and applied to all modules/programs offered whether the topic is Project Management, managing people, leading change, having difficult conversations, Performance Management, learning strategy development, etc. He works with his team to ensure consistent quality and delivery of values and strength based training, coaching, team building and organizational development. Stephen and the Myriad team work to understand core business objectives, operational challenges and tailor delivery to meet a myriad of organizational needs, values and goals. In this process-oriented and interactive session, participants will have an opportunity to define and enhance their individual and collective understanding of wellness. The seminar is intended to provide wellness ambassadors and their stakeholders with the opportunity to learn about a variety of strategies for co-constructing wellness initiatives that have the greatest meaning and value for their respective organizations and members. Key topic areas will include:  Wellness Representatives – Purpose and Preferred Outcomes

 

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Defining Wellness Key Ingredients for Better Wellness Making Meaning of Better Wellness for All Strategies for Building and/or Enhancing Wellness How to Choose the Better Wellness Program/Session

Suitable for all Grades, Administrators, Resource, EAs and Counsellors

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9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

(Maximum number of participants 40)

1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

(Maximum number of participants 40) COST: $25.00 LOCATION: LIBRARY CROCUS PLAINS

Full Day Sessions: 4)

TEACHERS PAY TEACHERS Brenda McDermid, Teacher

Brenda is an early years teacher at Betty Gibson School in Brandon. She is a mother of two young children and enjoys her busy life. Brenda has been interested in computers since an early age and loves to create worksheets, lessons, and activities on the computer for use in the classroom. Organization is a key part of her classroom and home life. She also enjoys reading, swimming and camping in their Volkswagen van. On TeachersPayTeachers® (TPT), you can sell original curricular materials such as lesson plans, unit plans, examinations, teaching guides, worksheets, etc. In this session you will learn: how to navigate TPT to find free and paid resources; the types of TPT memberships (free and paid); how to create and upload original files to sell; and how to promote your TPT store and make more money. You will also be given the chance to create an original product, start a TPT store and upload your first product for sale. If selling isn't what you're interested in, you may use this time to find free or paid products to download. Suitable for all Grades, Administrators, Resource, EAs and Counsellors. 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (Maximum number of participants 25) COST: $50.00 LOCATION: ROOM 216 CROCUS PLAINS

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NÜTON: NUTRITION EDUCATION WORKSHOP Sarah Cahill, Registered Dietitian

Sarah Cahill is a Registered Dietitian with Dairy Farmers of Manitoba. As a nutrition educator, she delivers curriculum based workshops to Manitoba teachers, lectures Faculty of Nursing students on the importance of proper nutrition for seniors, and presents to various other groups reviewing nutrition basics for good health. Sarah’s other roles include School Milk Program Coordinator and dairy education. Teaching nutrition in your classroom (K – Grade 10)? Let us do the work for you! Delivered by a registered dietitian, learn everything you ever wanted to know about nutrition – the basics, new recommendations, what food labels mean and how to use them. Personal assessment and planning activities will help you develop nutrition skills that will be useful for you and your students. We’ll review learning styles and share activities for students of all ages.

 

  You’ll leave this session ready to teach nutrition. Each participant will receive grade specific teaching material with lesson plans, reproducible student activities and teacher information. All materials and activities are based on nutrition outcomes in Physical Education/Health Education and Science curricula; and meet many outcomes in other subject areas such as ELA, Mathematics, Social Studies and Art. This workshop is also an important step towards improving your school’s nutrition environment. Suitable for Grades K - 10. 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

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(Maximum number of participants 24) COST: $50.00 LOCATION: ROOM 107 CROCUS PLAINS

SPANISH FOR TEACHERS Frida Mielke, Educational Assistant, Brandon School Division

I have worked as an Educational Assistant at Betty Gibson School since 2010. I am originally from Guatemala in Central America and married to a Canadian. I have taught Spanish at ACC for 10 years and in my home country for 6 years. I had also worked in two different schools in my country for 26 years, until I married my husband and moved to Canada 21 years ago. I continue tutoring Spanish on my own. In this session, participants will learn basic Spanish vocabulary and important phrases that they can use with students and parents. Suitable for all Grades, Administrators, Resource, Counsellors 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (Maximum number of participants 25) COST: $50.00 LOCATION: BETTY GIBSON SCHOOL 701-12TH STREET BRANDON, MB

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OIL ON CANVAS CLASS Kathleen Lagasse, Art Instructor and Gallery Owner

I am a professional artist and now the proud owner of Lagasse's Studio of Fine Art in Souris, Manitoba. It has always been a dream of mine to own a gallery/studio and now as of September 2015, the Door of Creation has opened. I have been teaching for many hours and days for the past couple of years and enjoying every minute of it. I get shivers down my spine every time I hear students say, "WOW!!!, Did I do that?" I am proud of my students as well as my own accomplishments and so was the YWCA, as I was one of the nominees of the Women of Distinction in March, for arts and culture. I am very happy to be invited back to teach again this year at LIFT with new ideas. I look forward to teaching this fine creative crowd. Express yourself in the medium of oils on canvas. You will learn oils and mixed medium for this workshop. Whether you are a beginner or a professional, I can guarantee that you will leave a very happy and relaxed artist at the end of the day. This class will provide a foundation for creative expression. As a result all students will be going home with their own masterpiece at the end of the day. NOTE: Students to bring an old shirt and pants for class. Suitable for Grades 5 - 12, Administrators, Resource, Counsellors 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (Maximum number of participants 15) COST: $80.00 (INCLUDES SUPPLIES) LOCATION: ART ROOM 118 CROCUS PLAINS

 

 

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GETTING OUTDOORS IN MANITOBA PARKS Sloan Cathcart, Head of Interpretation and Jennifer Bryson, Senior Park Interpreter

Sloan Cathcart is the Head of Interpretation for Manitoba Parks, overseeing the interpretive programs and education services in provincial parks across Manitoba. Jennifer Bryson is the Senior Park Interpreter for Spruce Woods Provincial Park. The enthusiasm that Jen and Sloan have for parks and the outdoors promises to provide an exciting, engaging and hands on day discovering Spruce Woods and the provincial park system. NOTE: Off-Site Session at Spruce Woods Provincial Park. Discover the outdoor educational opportunities within Manitoba's Provincial Parks and be inspired by nature as we explore ways to get your students outside and active in our great outdoors. This session includes a workshop in the Spruce Woods Interpretive Centre exploring interpretive programs and outdoor recreational opportunities offered by Manitoba Parks, as well as a 3 km guided interpretive hike in the Spirit Sands. Suitable for all Grades, Administrators, Resource, Counsellors 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (Maximum number of participants 50) COST: $50.00 LOCATION: SPRUCEWOODS PROVINCIAL PARK

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GREAT BOOKS FOR GREAT KIDS Don Cuggy, Teacher, Brandon School Division and Sally Bender, Retired Teacher

Sally Bender is a retired teacher widely recognized as an expert in children's literature. Her passion for books is a driving force in her life. Don Cuggy is a teacher-librarian and middle years’ literacy support teacher with the Brandon School Division. Sally and Don will share what's new, tried and true in children's literature. Books will include fiction, biography, poetry, graphic novels, informational, and much more. They'll share literature that can be used across grade levels and subject areas. Suitable for Grades K - 8 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

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(Maximum number of participants 50) COST: $50.00 LOCATION: LINDEN LANES SCHOOL 49 SILVER BIRCH DRIVE BRANDON, MB

DIGITAL ILLUSTRATION TECHNIQUES Brent Lowrie, Teacher, Brandon School Division

Brent is currently teaching graphic design at Crocus Plains Regional Secondary School. He has over 25 years professional experience as a freelance illustrator and animator, a former business owner (Anomaly Animation Studios), a multi award-winning art director and a former assistant animator at Walt Disney Television Animation Canada, Vancouver. Participants will learn a variety of illustration techniques using Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator through a series of hands-on projects.

 

 

Suitable for Grades 6 – 12, Administrators, Resource, EAs, Counsellors 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (Maximum number of participants 15) COST: $50.00 LOCATION: ROOM 142A CROCUS PLAINS

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BASIC LAB ACTIVITIES FOR TEACHERS OF GRADE 9 & 10 SCIENCE Coleen McKellar, Biology, Environmental & General Science Teacher, Brandon School Division Cheryl Osztian, Chemistry & General Science Teacher, Brandon School Division Paula Nelson, Biology & General Science Teacher, Brandon School Division Brooke Williams, Chemistry & General Science Teacher, Brandon School Division

Coleen, Cheryl, Paula, and Brooke have been on staff in the Science Department at Crocus Plains for a number of years. They teach a variety of science courses including grade 9 & 10 Science, Biology (regular & AP), Chemistry (regular & AP) plus Environmental Science (regular & AP). This session consists of hands-on lab activities for all clusters in grade 9 and 10 Science. It will be geared towards beginning teachers or those new to teaching grade 9 and 10 Science. Participants will have the opportunity to watch and try out various labs that the presenters use with their classes. Topics will include: lab safety, chemical storage, burner lighting, flames tests, acids, bases and indicators, DNA extraction, astrolabes, ticker tapes, owl pellets, pressure demos (weather), balloon buggies and the egg drop project. A complete set of lab instructions and answer keys will be provided to all who sign up. We might make ice cream and Oobleck as well! Suitable for Grades 9 and 10. 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

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(Maximum number of participants 40) COST: $50.00 LOCATION: CROCUS PLAINS SCIENCE LABS ROOMS 111 AND 112 (NOTE: 20 PEOPLE PER LAB)

K-4 VISUAL ARTS OVERVIEW Barbara Grexton, Teacher, Mountain Valley School Division

Barbara Grexton has taught art from Grade 2 to Grade 12 at Grandview School K -12 and served on the curriculum and implementation teams for the K-8 Arts curriculum. She lives on the edge of the Duck Mountain Forest Reserve and enjoys painting watercolour landscapes of the Parkland. This hands-on workshop will use basic art supplies to provide an overview of the K-4 Visual Arts curriculum. Suggestions for the assessment of children's art and the integration of art projects with ELA, Math, Science and Social Studies will be included. Suitable for Grades K-4 and EAs. 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. COST: LOCATION:

 

(Maximum number of participants 24) $60.00 (INCLUDES SUPPLIES) KIRKCALDY HEIGHTS SCHOOL 10 KNOWLTON DRIVE BRANDON, MB

 

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DIGITAL SCRAPBOOKING Bobbi Meyer, Resource Teacher, Brandon School Division and Leigh Ann Nawrocki, Resource Teacher, Flin Flon School Division

Bobbi Lynn Meyer and Leigh Ann Nawrocki have been digitally scrapbooking for over 10 years. They have created many different projects (albums, calendars, cookbooks, phone cases, water bottles, mugs and aprons) for their homes, schools and communities. They look forward to sharing their experiences and helping others get started with projects of their own. With support and hands-on learning you will learn how to set up your own Shutterfly account, how to upload photos to Shutterfly and how to use those resources to create your own album or other potential classroom creation. Most of the day will be devoted to assisting you with your project. Focus will be on classroom applications. NOTE: Please bring photos to upload. NOTE: Brandon School Division restricts the use of some social media programs (eg. Facebook, Hotmail) so photos will not be accessible from social media during this session. We recommend bringing photos on either a flash drive or an iPad/iPhone (please bring cords). Suitable for all Grades, Administrators, Resource, EAs, Counsellors 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (Maximum number of participants 23) COST: $50.00 LOCATION: ROOM 212 CROCUS PLAINS

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RED CROSS EMERGENCY FIRST AID Anastasia Catherine, Red Cross Instructor

My name is Anastasia Catherine. I am a graduate of the Brandon University Education After Degree Program. During my studies I have worked as a swim instructor, lifeguard and aquatic leadership trainer. I have close to 10 years of experience working with children, youth and adults in aquatic settings across the province. Water safety and first aid training have become passions that I love to share. The Red Cross Emergency First Aid Course covers many basic first aid skills and treatments of common injuries. This will include adult, child and infant CPR, choking response, asthma, allergic reactions, breathing emergencies, circulatory emergencies and bodily wound care. NOTE: This course requires 7 hours to complete. Session will start at 8:30 a.m. Suitable for all Grades, Administrators, Resource, EAs, Counsellors 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (Maximum number of participants 18) COST: $90.00 (INCLUDES SUPPLIES) LOCATION: ÉCOLE HARRISON GYMNASIUM 415 QUEENS AVE BRANDON, MB

 

 

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MINDFULNESS IN THE CLASSROOM Robyn Paulishyn, Guidance Counsellor, Brandon School Division and Danielle Serruys, Teacher, Brandon School Division Brent Tocher, Guidance Counsellor, Brandon School Division and Kristin Butler-Cory, Teacher, Brandon School Division

Robyn runs yoga groups at her schools and supports teachers with bringing mindfulness into their classrooms. Currently she is the guidance counsellor at two schools in the Brandon School Division. Danielle has developed a comprehensive mindfulness program in her classroom. She is a Grade 2/3 teacher at Betty Gibson. Brent is currently a guidance counsellor at Riverheights and O'Kelly schools, where he has delivered the MindUP program to classes ranging from Grade 1 to 6. This past year he also had the opportunity to co-plan and deliver a mindfulness-based ELA Novel Study at the grade 8 level. As a Grade 3/4 teacher at Betty Gibson, Kristin has developed a comprehensive mindfulness program in her classroom over the past three years. As part of their continuing growth in the field of mindfulness, Robyn, Danielle, Brent and Kristin all attended the Bridging Hearts and Minds for Youth Mindfulness Conference in San Diego, California this past February. Current brain research has shown mindfulness to be effective in helping students self-regulate, maintain focus and develop a more optimistic attitude. During this session, we will explore how you can infuse mindfulness in your existing classroom environment. We will cover the basics of brain functioning, practice a variety of mindfulness techniques and tools, and review research support mindfulness programs such as MindUP. NOTE: Wear comfortable clothing Suitable for Grades K - 8, Administrators, Counsellors 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

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(Maximum number of participants 40) COST: $50.00 LOCATION: BETTY GIBSON SCHOOL 701 – 12TH STREET BRANDON, MB (NOTE: 20 people per session Robyn and Danielle hosting one session Brent and Kristin holding second session)

KINDERGARTEN INSIDE AND OUT! Carole McCurry, Kindergarten Teacher, Brandon School Division

Carole has been teaching early years for 27 years. The past 4 years have been at George Fitton School. She loves the gift of time that full day kindergarten gives the children and is looking forward to taking the learning outside on a regular basis this year. Inquiry learning, Reggio inspired, play-based learning, authentic learning experiences, developmentally appropriate instruction, personalized learning, universal design for learning, multiple intelligences, nature in kindergarten, differentiation... What does all this mean? Where do kids fit into all this? Come and see what balancing the lingo looks like in a full day kindergarten classroom, where the kids come first. Suitable for Kindergarten Teachers 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

 

(Maximum number of participants 25)

  COST: $50.00 LOCATION: GEORGE FITTON SCHOOL 1129 – 3RD STREET BRANDON, MB

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INTRODUCTION TO CLAY Alissa Reid, Art Teacher, Brandon School Division

Alissa Reid is an art teacher at Vincent Massey with a passion for clay. Do you have a kiln hiding in the back of your art room at school? Unsure how to use it? Would you like to learn how to create vessels and sculpture in your classroom? Come to this interactive hands on workshop to learn the basic skills in clay and how to use the kiln in your school! Suitable for all Grades. 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

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(Maximum number of participants 16) COST: $70.00 (INCLUDES SUPPLIES) LOCATION: VINCENT MASSEY HIGH SCHOOL 715 McDIARMID DRIVE BRANDON, MB

TEACHING ABOUT ELECTRICITY – GRADE 9 SCIENCE Jehu Peters, Teacher, Seven Oaks School Division

Jehu Peters is a recent graduate from the Faculty of Education at the University of Winnipeg. He teaches Science, Mathematics, and Calculus at Maples and Garden City Collegiate. Jehu is interested in problem solving, algebra, calculus, and enjoys the connections between mathematics and science. In collaboration with Dr. Don Metz, Jehu published an article in The Mathematics Teacher "Using Gephi to Understand First Nations Connections" (2015) In this all-day workshop sponsored by Manitoba Hydro, teachers will learn to use materials to address the outcomes of the grade nine science electricity unit. The workshop is presented by Jehu Peters, a teacher in Seven Oaks School Division. This workshop was designed by Don Metz, University of Winnipeg, and an outcome based module written by Don is included in the resources. NOTE: The workshop will be held at the Manitoba Hydro office at 235-10th Street. NOTE: Lunch will be provided. Suitable for Grade 9 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

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(Maximum number of participants 20) COST: $50.00 LOCATION: MANITOBA HYDRO OFFICE 235 – 10th STREET BRANDON, MB

TAKING THE PATH LESS TRAVELLED: UNLOCKING CREATIVITY THROUGH WRITING AND ART Ryan Flannery, Fine Arts Teacher École Neelin and Cory Nevill, Literacy Specialist Brandon School Division

Ryan Flannery grew up in rural Manitoba, a place where creativity can be hard to come by. After completing a B.A. English and Fine Arts (Creative Art) Ryan continued his studies and just completed a B.Ed. (A.D.). He is currently teaching at École Neelin High School as an ELA and Art teacher. Ryan

 

  believes in the power of creativity in all subject areas. He also believes that creativity allows teachers and students to connect. Cory Nevill is currently the BSD Literacy Specialist Grades 5-12. She is a passionate believer in the importance of creativity in education, particularly in the area of literacy, and has spent her twenty-five years in education fostering creativity in both students and the teachers she works with in professional learning. She has not a shred of ʺartistic talentʺ. This session will use the work of writer artists Nick Bantok and Natalie Goldberg to use art and writing to unlock students' creativity and support their personal learning. Artistic talent is not a prerequisite for this session, just an open mind! Suitable for Grade 5-12 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

(Maximum number of participants 20) COST: $50.00 LOCATION: ÉCOLE NEELIN HIGH SCHOOL 1020 BRANDON AVENUE BRANDON, MB

Half Day Sessions: REPEAT SESSIONS (A.M. & P.M.)

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FINDING YOUR HEALTHY VOICE Caitlin Buchel, RSLP, SLP©, M.CI.Sc., Burchel Speech Language Group

Caitlin Buchel is the owner and managing clinician of the Buchel Speech & Language Group, a private speech-language pathology (SLP) practice offering services in Winnipeg, and throughout Manitoba. She specializes in SLP stroke and acquired brain injury rehabilitation, the management of communication difficulties related to neurodegenerative disease, as well as the treatment of voice disorders and fluency problems. Her treatment of voice disorders, in particular, includes comprehensive assessment, the development of individualized voice treatment plans, the implementation of vocal hygiene training, and use of various vocal behavioural techniques as well as amplification to address voice difficulties and disorders. In addition to treating patients, Caitlin regularly discusses her work – and SLP practice generally – at a variety of conferences and speaking engagements. She created a video lecture series discussing the effects of stroke and brain injury on communication for Red River College. She has presented as part of the Senior Centre Without Walls program in Winnipeg, and discussed the assessment and management of swallowing disorders at the 2013 Canadian Conference on Developmental Disabilities and Autism. She has also delivered sessions on communication, aging, and dementia. This year, Caitlin spoke at a conference held by Rupert's Land Caregiver Services and recently spoke at conference held by the Manitoba Brain Injury Association. Trained at the University of Western Ontario, Caitlin practiced at a number of public facilities prior to starting her private practice. She is a registered SLP with the College of Audiologists and SpeechLanguage Pathologists of Manitoba (CASLPM), and is a member of the college’s board. She is clinically certified through Speech-Language & Audiology Canada (SAC), Canada’s national SLP and audiology organization. Caitlin is also a member of the American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine (ACRM). Believing in the importance of evidence informed practice based on current knowledge, Caitlin is actively involved in ongoing professional development. For example, in February 2012, she attended the Ontario Brain Injury Association's course Neurorehabilitation: Assisting Recovery and Function in Everyday Life Following Brain Injury. The next year, Caitlin attended the American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine's Cognitive Rehabilitative Manual two-day training workshop in Baltimore, Maryland. In 2014,

 

  Caitlin attended Dr. Linda Rammage's presentation on a Client-Centered Approach to the Management of Voice Disorders. In February 2015, Caitlin attended the Ontario Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists' post-graduate course, "Clinical Short Course in Cognitive-Communication Disorders, Level 2" presented by Shelia MacDonald. A musician has their instrument, a carpenter has their tools, and a teacher has their voice. For most, it is a key part of doing their job and faces constant strain from daily use. Come learn how to engage in behaviors that will promote a healthy voice and prevent voice disorders. This will include using non-verbal strategies while managing your classroom to help take some of the load off your voice. We will also discuss the steps you should take if, despite taking a proactive approach to vocal wellness, you begin to encounter voice difficulties. Suitable for all Grades, Administrators, Resource, EAs, Counsellors

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9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

(Maximum number of participants 25)

1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

(Maximum number of participants 25) COST: $25.00 LOCATION: ROOM 205 CROCUS PLAINS

MULTI CULTURAL GAMES Ryan Boguski, Physical Education Teacher, BSD

Ryan Boguski is a Physical Education teacher at Riverheights School. I have been a teacher for 10 years all within the Brandon School Division with the last 6 being in the gym. This session is focused on traditional games that were/are played by children of different ethnicity currently in the Brandon School Division. Information on the games was collected from EAL teachers, students, and the schools BSSAP worker for accuracy. Along with actually playing the games, a brief history of the games as well as a booklet with the games in it will be provided. Participants are asked to dress appropriately and be prepared to be active. Suitable for Grades K-8

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9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

(Maximum number of participants 20) (Maximum number of participants 20) COST: $25.00 LOCATION: RIVERHEIGHTS SCHOOL GYM 32 E. FOTHERINGHAM DRIVE BRANDON, MB

EVERYDAY FRENCH Emory Ashcroft, Teacher, Pine Creek School Division

Emory Ashcroft grew up in Birtle, Manitoba and attended Brandon University. He has filled many roles as an educator from classroom to Administration. Emory is currently teaching Grades 4 and 4-8 French at Gladstone Elementary School. This is a classroom ready cross curricular presentation where we will go over some of the activities that I use on a day to day basis and how to use backward planning to meet curricular outcomes. We will be examining performance based outcomes both inside and outside of the traditional classroom setting, to develop situational language learners, and spark spontaneous conversation within controlled settings. Suitable for Grades 1-8

 

 

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9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

(Maximum number of participants 25)

1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

(Maximum number of participants 25) COST: $25.00 LOCATION: ÉCOLE HARRISON 415 QUEENS AVENUE BRANDON, MB

FRENCH SONGS AND GAMES Jody Carkener, French Immersion Teacher, Brandon School Division

Jody Carkener has been teaching for 20 years and has taught at all levels from K-8, except for Grade 2. She is currently teaching French Immersion Kindergarten, but has also taught Basic French in the past. Come and learn about some fun songs and games to use in your French Immersion or Basic French classroom. Children learn a lot of vocabulary and sentence structure through songs and play. This session will be conducted in English. Suitable for Grades K-6

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9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

(Maximum number of participants 25) (Maximum number of participants 25) COST: $25.00 LOCATION: ÉCOLE HARRISON 415 QUEENS AVENUE BRANDON, MB

DEVELOPING FINANCIAL LITERACY/FINANCIAL CAPABILITY IN THE CLASSROOM – MORE THAN JUST MATH! Nicholas Onischuk, Teacher, Brandon School Division

Nick Onischuk is a grade 7-8 teacher with the Brandon School Division who is passionate about financial literacy. He has been able to infuse financial literacy in numerous subject areas. Nick's honest and enthusiastic approach to money has help students begin to talk about and understand the importance of their financial futures. Join me to discover how easy it can be to improve financial literacy and build financial capacity in the classroom through the use of FREE, engaging, easy to use classroom ready resources (that meet MB Dept. of Education outcomes) in ANY subject area - not JUST math. You don't need to be a financial expert to help your students improve their financial literacy in age appropriate ways. The resources, ideas and lesson plans I will show you are complete and designed to minimize the burden on teachers while still being impactful, engaging and enthusiastically enjoyed by students. Suitable for Grades 5-8

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9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

(Maximum number of participants 25)

1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

(Maximum number of participants 25) COST: $25.00 LOCATION: ROOM 224 CROCUS PLAINS

 

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UNDERSTANDING LEARNING DIFFERENCES Dr. Pamela Kelso, School Psychologist, Brandon School Division

Pamela Kelso, PhD, currently works as a School Psychologist in the Brandon School Division. She obtained her Bachelor of Arts Degree (Psychology) from Brandon University in 2002, Master of Arts Degree (Clinical Psychology) from North Dakota State University in 2004, and PhD in Clinical Psychology from the University of Manitoba in 2012. She has served on the board of directors for the Learning Disabilities Association of Manitoba - Brandon Chapter since 2009, and has a special interest in working collaboratively with teachers to effectively meet the needs of students with learning differences and challenges. This workshop will provide an overview of common learning challenges experienced by children and adolescents in the classroom, as well as information regarding instructional and behavioral strategies that teaching staff can use to support students with diverse learning needs. Suitable for Grades 1-8, Resource, EAs, Counsellors

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9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

(Maximum number of participants 25) (Maximum number of participants 25) COST: $25.00 LOCATION: ROOM 123 CROCUS PLAINS

CARD MAKING Joanne McKenzie, Augmentative Communications EA, Brandon School Division

Joanne works for the Brandon School Division as the Augmentative Communications EA. Her creativity and ability to look at things with a unique perspective is well-known throughout the Division. Joanne brings her passion for card making, scrapbooking and other original ideas to her work. Join Joanne as she helps you to tap into your own inner creativity in a fun and productive session. In this session participants will have the opportunity to create greeting cards using various techniques and mediums. Ideas and suggestions that can be incorporated into the classroom or for personal use will be presented. A relaxing and fun filled session for all skill levels. Suitable for All Grades

a) b)

27)

9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

(Maximum number of participants 15) (Maximum number of participants 15) COST: $35.00 (INCLUDES SUPPLIES) LOCATION: ROOM 102 CROCUS PLAINS

THE CONNECTED TEACHER Tara Pitz, Teacher, Fort la Bosse School Division

My name is Tara Pitz and I am a grade 6 teacher at Virden Junior High School in Fort la Bosse School Division. I have taught at every grade level and enjoy incorporating technology in the classroom. By integrating technology, my students are engaged and actively creating/using programs to enhance their education. Be creative with technology in your classroom and engage your students! This presentation will incorporate the use of many ideas and resources for getting connected. We will touch on iPads, Prezi, Google Classroom, Google Slides, Google Docs, QR Codes, Nearpod and Smart Board lessons. It will be

 

  a hands-on and interactive session, so you can learn as you go! Please bring an iPad or laptop if you have one available. I teach Middle Years, however these programs can be adapted to suit all ages. Please try to have the following APPS (free) on your iPad before you attend: Qrafter, Nearpod, Google Classroom, Google Slides, Google Docs, Google Drive. If you are using a laptop you can use these programs online and don't need to download anything. I look forward to seeing you there! Suitable for All Grades

a) b)

28)

9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

(Maximum number of participants 25)

1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

(Maximum number of participants 25) COST: $25.00 LOCATION: ROOM 105 CROCUS PLAINS

USING TECHNOLOGY KITS IN YOUR CLASSROOM AND OTHER TECH TIPS Stephen Reid, Teacher, Brandon School Division

Stephen Reid is currently a Grade 6/EAL teacher with the BSD. He has taught overseas in Kiev, Ukraine, Torreon, Mexico, and spent 2 years in Belize. Upon returning to Brandon, Stephen taught at Brandon University, was Director of Robertson College and, most recently, has taught in the BSD for the past 4 years. Stephen is part of the Technology In Learning Kit Committee, which purchases and tests new equipment for the BSD. The BSD has many technology kits that teachers are able to check out. These kits can richly enhance your students’ engagement and understanding of concepts. This session will be an overview of what kits are available to teachers and will also give other tech tips for classroom teachers and specialists. Suitable for all Grades and Administrators.

a) b)

9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

(Maximum number of participants 25)

1:00 p.m. - 3:30 pm LOCATION:

29)

(Maximum number of participants 25) COST: $25.00 McLAREN ROOM BSD ADMIN OFFICE 1031 – 6TH STREET BRANDON, MB

KAHOOT! AND HOUR OF CODE Kathy Banks, Teacher, Brandon School Division

I have been teaching for 12 years in Middle Years (multiage and multilevel) to diverse students in Brandon. Kahoot! is a game based learning platform that leaves our students begging for more. With a new take on introducing a subject, formative assessment and deep discussion, Kahoot! initiates conversation and leave students on the edge of their seat! Kahoot! ensures 100% engagement by turning the classroom into a game show, combining multiplayer game based learning, ease of use and mobile technology which leaves everyone totally gripped and excited for more! Everyone should learn to program a computer, because it teaches you to think. Steve Jobs “The Hour of Code”, is a gateway into learning how to code and is very non-threatening, logical and sequential program for students of all ages! Students as young as 5 are coding! Suitable for Grades 4-8.

a) b)  

9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

(Maximum number of participants 15)

1:00 p.m. - 3:30 pm

(Maximum number of participants 15)

  COST: LOCATION:

30)

$25.00 ROOM 108 CROCUS PLAINS

MATH BLOCKS Marla Medwid, Teacher, Brandon School Division

Marla is a well seasoned teacher who has developed Math Station strategies over the last few years in the Early Years classroom. She has moved this idea up into the Middle Years classroom in a Math Block format including Personalized Learning. She is looking forward to sharing and collaborating at this year's LIFT Conference. Planning a Math Block will be discussed and planning facilitated. Using Math Work Stations in particular will be covered. The morning session is for grades 1-3 teachers and the afternoon session is for 4-6 teachers. Suitable for Grades 1-6.

a) b)

31)

9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. (Grades 1-3) 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. (Grades 4-6)

(Maximum number of participants 10) (Maximum number of participants 10) COST: $25.00 LOCATION: RIVERVIEW SCHOOL 1105 LOUISE AVENUE E BRANDON, MB

EXPLORING RECIPROCAL SIMILARITIES IN TALKING, READING AND WRITING Tracy Genik, Reading Recovery Teacher Leader, Dauphin, MB

Tracy is currently supporting Reading Recovery implementations and early literacy initiatives in different geographical areas of the province. When talking, listening, reading and writing, we are constructing and composing. These four streams draw upon language knowledge in similar ways. Explore some reciprocal similarities among these four streams of knowledge and how they can provide us opportunities to take advantage of complimentary literate processes. Suitable for Grades K-3.

a) b)

32)

9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

(Maximum number of participants 25) (Maximum number of participants 25) COST: $25.00 LOCATION: ROOM 220 CROCUS PLAINS

CREATING THE CASH FLOW YOU NEED Marty Minshull, Division Director, Investors Group

For seven years now, Marty Minshull has helped families define and quantify their financial goals such as, educating their children, retiring earlier, and reducing their debt-load. Once you have quantified your goals he is able determine whether or not you are on track to achieve them through advanced financial planning software. Going through this process allows him to recommend improvements that move clients closer to achieving their goals, or if you are already on track for your current goals, achieve them faster than they ever imagined possible.

 

  Marty has a passion for helping people that shines through in his dedication to his clients, and his many community endeavors including work with the United Way of Brandon, Brandon Crime Stoppers, The Provincial Exhibition, BIRT Cup Golf Tournament, Brandon Chamber of Commerce and many years of coaching in the Hockey Brandon system. He is also a coach with the Manitoba Chapter of the Dale Carnegie program. If he finds any spare time he enjoys playing hockey, strumming his guitar and watching the Brandon Wheat Kings. He and his wife Katie have been married for 2 years now and have a rescue dog from the Humane Society named Hudson. Canadians are now living longer than ever before. As a result, the importance of having a sound financial strategy throughout retirement has never been greater. Attend this event and discover how you can live a worry-free retirement. • How to make your money last your lifetime. • Finding additional sources of income. • Consolidating all your money into a single paycheque. • Strategies to reduce taxes during retirement. Suitable for all Grades, Administrators, Resources, EAs, Counsellors.

a) b)

33)

9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

(Maximum number of participants 25) (Maximum number of participants 25) COST: $25.00 LOCATION: ROOM 113 CROCUS PLAINS

MINECRAFT IN THE CLASSROOM Daniel Cowell, Teacher, Brandon School Division

Daniel Cowell has been teaching with the Brandon School Division for over 5 years. He does his best to incorporate technology into as many areas of teaching as possible. When it comes to technology Daniel encourages his colleagues to step out of their comfort zone and not be afraid to make mistakes, instead to fear staying the same. In Minecraft Edu students are transported to a virtual world where construction and problem solving are emulated in real time. Minecraft Edu is a sandbox style game, students can work together in a virtual environment to meet a common goal. Many of your choices within the virtual environment lead to unexpected outcomes, having others around you, both physically and virtually, provides authentic unplanned collaboration time for students. Within these collaborative moments students work together to solve problems specific to each situation. Minecraft Edu can be used in many different ways across curriculum, and is an active engaging way to work with students. This session will mainly consist of self-directed learning opportunities. Suitable for Grades 3-8

a) b)

 

9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

(Maximum number of participants 10) (Maximum number of participants 10) COST: $25.00 LOCATION: EARL OXFORD SCHOOL 540 – 18TH STREET BRANDON, MB

 

34)

SPOONTANÉITÉ-UN VOAGE MUSICALE DANS LA FRANCOPHONIE Greg Sametz, Retired Educator Independent Consultant

Greg Sametz has been actively involved in second language instruction for more than four decades. He began his teaching career in the Brandon School Division as a senior high French specialist. A move eastward found Greg in the Portage la Prairie School Division teaching basic French at the junior high level. He later assumed the role of French language coordinator when the division implemented French Immersion programming. As a final career move, Greg accepted administrative positions in the Seven Oaks School Division in both dual track and milieu schools. He was instrumental in establishing the adult EAL program in Seven Oaks. Throughout his career Greg has served on various French language curriculum committees at the BEF. He was Manitoba rep on the executive of the Canadian Association of Second Language Teachers and the Canadian Languages Association. He has worked as evaluator and consultant for the Francais Intensif program and the national Odyssey/Explorer program. In his post retirement years, Greg has been able to continue to nurture his love and passion for second language learning. He has worked with pre-service educators as faculty advisor at the U of Manitoba faculty of education. He enjoys working with advanced and introductory senior students at Creative Retirement Manitoba. He is particularly excited about his recent work with both students and teachers in classrooms around the province as “animateur culturel”, offering workshops in playing wooden spoons as part of the cultural component of the French language. In October 2016 Greg will be on the cultural tour around the province offered and sponsored by the Canadian Parents for French (CPF Manitoba). In 2014 the Manitoba Association of Teachers of French honoured Greg with the establishment of the Prix Greg Sametz awarded annually to a teacher recognized by their peers for exceptional effort in teaching and promoting the French language and culture in their classroom. Greg enjoys taking an active part in MATF’s semi-annual Apprendre En Faisant days. Explorez des bonnes possibilities pour incorporer le thème de la francophonie dans l'enseignement de vos classes de français. Amusez-vous bien dans cette ession quand vous voyagez autour du monde français toujours avec les cuillères de bois dans la main! Have you ever played the wooden spoons? In this session you will explore spoon playing as a great resource for introducing the cultural component based on LA FRANCOPHONIE into your lesson planning. Come prepared to let your hair down and leave with one or two new ideas which you may not have considered before. Target audience is teachers of FCC,FI, music specialists, language consultants, administrators of language programs. Suitable for Grades 4-12

a) b)

35)

9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

(Maximum number of participants 30) (Maximum number of participants 30) COST: $25.00 LOCATION: ÉCOLE HARRISON 415 QUEENS AVENUE BRANDON, MB

STUDENTS ACHIEVE Kathy Spangler, Application Support & Training Specialist, Brandon School Division

Kathy Spangler is the Application Support and Training Specialist for the Brandon School Division. She has been teaching various computer software programs for the past 21 years, 11 of which have been with the Brandon School Division.

 

  Come learn about Students Achieve - the gradebook software for all Grade 1 - 8 teachers in BSD. Learn how to log in, initialize classes, share classes, create assessments, input report card results and comments, and generate reports. Suitable for Grades K-8, Administrators

a) b)

36)

9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

(Maximum number of participants 10)

1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

(Maximum number of participants 10) $25.00 TRAINING CENTRE, ADMIN OFFICE 1031 – 6TH STREET BRANDON. MB

COST: LOCATION:

TECH TALK Val Caldwell, Consultant

Val Caldwell has been providing presentations on the topic of safety around the use of technology for 6 years. Her personal and professional passion is to provide current and relevant tools and information to children and adults to help them use their various forms of technology and social media as safely as possible. Val has spoken to well over 5000 children in grades 5-12 throughout Manitoba and Saskatchewan as well as countless parents, caregivers, and professionals. Val would like to see the information she provides infused in the school curriculum to help ensure that children are provided as many tools as possible from a young age, to help them remain safe in the vast world of technology. The intent of Tech Talk is to help bridge the generational gap between youth today and the adults in their lives in relation to the various forms of technology available to them. The presentation covers a variety of topics including the current apps and websites that are popular with youth, and some of the dangers associated with them. It also provides helpful and practical tools for adults that can be used to help ensure youth and adults themselves are as safe as possible in the virtual world. Suitable for Grades 3-12, Administrators, Resource, EAs Counsellors

a) b)

37)

9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

(Maximum number of participants 25) (Maximum number of participants 25) COST: $25.00 LOCATION: ROOM 124 CROCUS PLAINS

TECHNOLOGY TOOLS FOR MATH! Melissa Lander, HALEP Teacher, Brandon School Division

Melissa Lander has taught the High Ability Learner’s Program (HALEP) at Meadows School and Reading Recovery here in Brandon, Manitoba for the past four years. Recently, she has also acted as a Personalized Learning Mentor Teacher which has allowed her to experience a number of unique approaches to learning. Prior to that she was in administration, curriculum development and taught a variety of grades in a small private school in Toronto for 15 years. Melissa believes that engagement, explicit instruction and a sense of belonging are key to every student’s success. In this session you will explore three excellent technology tools you can use to help effectively teach Mathematics to your students. These tools will not only infuse technology into your curriculum, but will provide high levels of engagement and allow students opportunities to personalize their learning! We will look at Mathletics (this program involves a fee if you wish to use it with your students; but a free trial is available), Khan Academy and Everfi (both of which are free programs). A few other awesome tools will

 

  also be presented in addition to these three. These tools are easy to use for the teacher, require little planning, and provide detailed feedback about student progress. Come and learn about some great tools that will help ensure your students are excited about math, and are never bored or without something to do! Suitable for Grades 4 - 8

a) b)

38)

9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

(Maximum number of participants 15)

1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

(Maximum number of participants 15) COST: $25.00 LOCATION: ROOM 208 CROCUS PLAINS HIGH SCHOOL

WEBSITE 101 Rebecca Thompson

I am a teacher, mother of two, and farmer’s wife. I live in Hamiota, MB with my husband William, my son Corbett and my daughter Amelia. I am currently a stay at home mom and casually subbing with Park West School Division. In the five years I have been a teacher I have taught everything from K to Gr. 9. I enjoy helping others, especially with basic technology, to help them enhance their classroom without the stress. Need a classroom website? Want to know how a classroom website can save you time in the computer lab/classroom with your students! This session is a hands on workshop with participants creating their own website with step by step instruction and support. A classroom website can be used as a tool to help organize resources and create a unique place to share and learn together! Suitable for Grades K - 3

a) b)

39)

9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

(Maximum number of participants 20)

1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

(Maximum number of participants 20) COST: $25.00 LOCATION: ROOM 215 CROCUS PLAINS

ENGAGING STUDENTS BY PLANNING WITH FIDELITY Linda Jameson, Learning and Development Specialist, Brandon School Division

I have been working with teachers supporting planning and looking at how to keep students engaged for about five years. I am presently completing my second masters in Special Education. The more I work with great educators the more fascinated I become with how our brains work and what it takes to encourage students to become self-motivated learners. Planning takes time; I have created a template with reminders of all of the aspects of good planning. We often plan without the summative created or the rubric to guide our learning and “how am I going to keep the students engaged?” I will share hints other educators have shared with me and hopefully there will be some ideas you will want to use in your planning and in your classroom. Suitable for all Grades, Administrators, Resources, EAs, Counsellors

a) b)

 

9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

(Maximum number of participants 25)

1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

(Maximum number of participants 25) COST: $25.00 LOCATION: ROOM 122 CROCUS PLAINS

 

40)

MAKE CHANGE! Bev Sobry, Grade 8 Teacher, Southwest Horizon School Division

Bev Sobry has taught in Souris School for 21 years. Her last 7 years has been dedicated to educating children grades K-12 on social justice issues locally and globally. This session will focus on Bev’s “Make Change” elective course as well as the various projects her Social Justice Fighters volunteer group has done. There will be discussions, resources and activities to help you enhance and strengthen existing groups in your school or to get you started “Making Change!” Suitable for all Grades, Administrators, EAs

a) b)

41)

9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

(Maximum number of participants 20)

1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

(Maximum number of participants 20) COST: $25.00 LOCATION: ROOM 120 CROCUS PLAINS DRAMA ROOM

CLASSROOM RESEARCH TO IMPROVE PRACTICE Jacqueline Kirk, Associate Professor and Michael Nantais, Associate Professor, Brandon University

Jackie and Mike are Associate Professors in the Faculty of Education at Brandon University. They have recently engaged in a number of studies that include Action Research projects with teachers and they look forward to sharing the knowledge they have gained from their work. In this session, you will learn how to design and execute classroom research to improve your teaching practice using the strategies of Action Research methodology. Although the session will be designed for classroom teachers, the concepts can be applied to a variety of positions. You will have an opportunity to develop a research project: 1) to assist with improving instructional strategies, 2) to address a challenge that you would like to resolve, OR to help you with the successful implementation of a new strategy. The information will be delivered in workshop format and participants will leave prepared to begin their classroom research! Suitable for all Grades, Administrators, Resource

a) b)

 

9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

(Maximum number of participants 25) (Maximum number of participants 25) COST: $25.00 LOCATION: BRANDON UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF EDUCATION 270 – 18TH STREET BRANDON, MB

 

Half Day Sessions: A.M. ONLY

42a) WEAVING LGBTTQ* IDENTITIES AND EXPERIENCES INTO THE CURRICULUM Representative of Brandon’s SERC

THIS SESSION IS CANCELLED In this session, teachers will explore how to incorporate LGBTTQ* Identities and Experiences in their Math, Science, History/Social Studies/Geography, and English courses. Teachers will be given a few lesson plans and resources to support them in this area. Suitable for Grades 1-12 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

(Maximum number of participants 30) COST: $25.00 LOCATION: ROOM 110 CROCUS PLAINS MUSIC ROOM

43a) MIDDLE YEARS LIT BLOCK Laura Kirkup and Donald Beaney, Teachers, Brandon School Division Don and Laura have been co-teaching Grade 5/6 at Valleyview Centennial School for the past 5 years. Although they each have their own classroom, they plan and deliver all programming in a collaborative way. Don and Laura teach at Valleyview Centennial School in Brandon. They have been implementing their Lit Block model together for the past three years, with the support of their Literacy Specialist. Their students work together for the majority of their day, and move between the two classrooms and the two teachers often. The Lit Block Model that will be shared has pieces of Reader's Workshop/Guided Reading, Literature Circles and Writer's Workshop, and takes place every day for one hour. Suitable for Grades 4-8 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

(Maximum number of participants 25) COST: $25.00 LOCATION: VALLEYVIEW CENTENNIAL SCHOOL 65 WHILLIER DRIVE BRANDON, MB

44a) THE OBSERVATION SURVEY OF EARLY LITERACY ACHIEVEMENT TASKS – CLASSROOM CONSIDERATIONS Vanda Mitri, Reading Recovery Teacher Leader, Brandon School Division Vanda Mitri is a Reading Recovery Teacher Leader based out of Brandon School Division and works with Reading Recovery and classroom teachers in a number of school divisions in Western Manitoba. Her area of focus is Literacy acquisition of young children. The Observation Survey of Early Literacy Achievement (Marie Clay, 2005) is a series of tasks designed to assist teachers to observe what young children know and can do in the area of literacy. These wide ranging, early assessments provide a window into a number of areas children have to extend their knowledge in order to master the complex tasks of reading and writing continuous text. The tasks will be reviewed and practiced. Considerations for how to develop these areas as part of classroom instruction will be discussed. This session is for Kindergarten, Grade 1 and Grade 2 teachers.

 

  Suitable for Grades K, 1 and 2 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

(Maximum number of participants 25) COST: $25.00 LOCATION: ROOM 221 CROCUS PLAINS

45a) MAKING A CHAN LUU STYLE WRAP BRACELET Lisa Hall, Teacher, Brandon School Division Lisa has taught in the Brandon School Division for the past 6 years. She is a life-long crafter. A Chan Luu style wrap bracelet is a simple craft project that you can make for your own enjoyment or teach teenagers how to do it! Addictively satisfying and requires minimal equipment. NOTE: Please bring an empty binder, 2 binder clips, and a plastic lid to corral loose beads. Suitable for Grades 7-8. 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

(Maximum number of participants 20) COST: $40.00 (INCLUDES SUPPLIES) LOCATION: ROOM 101 CROCUS PLAINS

46a) LE JOURNAL EN CLASSE - SESSION A Dave Bebbington, Teacher, Brandon School Division

THIS SESSION IS CANCELLED I'm very lucky to still be teaching French at the same school where I started back in 1974. I love applying new technology to language learning and especially enjoy making up activities to use with the articles in Le Journal de Montréal. I have recently had the pleasure of teaching the Appels/Excels program at Brandon University. In my spare time, I like to travel, play golf and ref soccer. I'm married and have three or four daughters. I'm originally from St. Bruno on the South Shore of Montreal although I'm a product of (Basic) French. "Teaching only gets boring if YOU let it." This is the first session of two on using French newspapers in the senior high classroom. This session, geared more (but not exclusively) to teachers of French in grades 9 & 10, will explore a wide variety of communicative activities using either La Presse or Le Journal de Montréal. Teachers should come away with many practical ideas they can use in their classes. The session will be offered in whatever language participants are more comfortable. Suitable for Grades 9 and 10. 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

(Maximum number of participants 10) COST: $25.00 LOCATION: VINCENT MASSEY HIGH SCHOOL 715 McDIARMID DRIVE BRANDON, MB

47a) PRESENTING POETRY Linda Clark, Retired Teacher A retired teacher, I have promoted public speaking skills in many areas such as 4-H. Presently I am engaged in the municipal world and as a funeral officiant and a marriage commissioner and have found my skills to complement my work and I like to promote this to our youth. Training our youth to use poetry and to perform at festivals to gain confidence in their speaking abilities has proven successful.

 

  Choosing and presenting poetry for students and using this as a means to learn presentation skills to enhance self confidence on the stage. Learning about the use of speech arts festivals as a venue for students to gain public speaking skills. NOTE: A member of the Brandon Festival of the Arts will be on hand to answer questions regarding the speech arts festival. Suitable for all Grades 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

(Maximum number of participants 25) COST: $25.00 LOCATION: ROOM 207 CROCUS PLAINS

48a) DOING JUSTICE TO PROBABILITY AND STATISTICS IN THE MY AND SY Candy Skyhar, Assistant Professor, Brandon University Candy Skyhar was a high school teacher for 20 years before becoming an Assistant Professor at Brandon University last year. She has been a Numeracy Coach, and currently teaches mathematics methods courses in the Faculty of Education at BU. Probability and Statistics are strands of mathematics that are often over-simplified or left out altogether in Manitoba classrooms. This session will take a look at how these strands can be taught in a way that is engaging for students, and that goes beyond a couple of days of spinning spinners and rolling dice. Attention will be paid to the progression of Probability and Statistics across K-12 curricula, as well as resources that are available to teachers who wish to get at the real world applications of Probability and Statistics in their courses. Suitable for Grades 5 - 12 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

(Maximum number of participants 30) COST: $25.00 LOCATION: BRANDON UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF EDUCATION 270 – 18TH STREET BRANDON, MB

Half Day Sessions: P.M. ONLY

49b) FULL SCREENING AND DISCUSSION: TOUGH GUISE 2: VIOLENCE, MANHOOD AND AMERICAN CULTURE Representative of Brandon’s SERC Jackson Katz’s film "Tough Guise 2: Violence, Manhood & American Culture provides a stunning look at the violent, sexist, and homophobic messages boys and young men routinely receive from virtually every corner of the culture, from television, movies, video games, and advertising to pornography, the sports culture, and U.S. political culture. Tough Guise 2 stands to empower a new generation of young men -and women -- to challenge the myth that being a real man means putting up a false front and engaging in violent and self-destructive behavior.” For more information please visit www.mediaed.org. Suitable for all Grades, Administrators, Resources, EAs, Counsellors. 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. (Maximum number of participants 30) COST: $25.00

 

  LOCATION: ROOM 110 CROCUS PLAINS MUSIC ROOM

50b) CROSS-CURRICULAR COLLABORATIVE PLANNING Laura Kirkup, Teacher, Brandon School Division and Donald Beaney, Teacher, Brandon School Division Don and Laura have been co-teaching Grade 5/6 at Valleyview Centennial School for the past 5 years. Although they each have their own classroom, they plan and deliver all programming in a collaborative way. In this session, participants will discover what it means to plan collaboratively, integrating curricula to enhance student learning. The presenters will share how they integrate components of The Three Block Model of Universal Design for Learning, personalized/inquiry-based learning and block/collaborative teaching in their Grade 5/6 classes at Valleyview Centennial School in Brandon. Suitable for Grades 3-10 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

(Maximum number of participants 25) COST: $25.00 LOCATION: VALLEYVIEW CENTENNIAL SCHOOL 65 WHILLIER DRIVE BRANDON, MB

51b) INTERPRETING RUNNING RECORDS OF ORAL TEXT READING Vanda Mitri, Reading Recovery Teacher Leader, Brandon School Division Vanda Mitri is a Reading Recovery Teacher Leader based out of Brandon School Division and works with Reading Recovery and classroom teachers in a number of school divisions in Western Manitoba. Her area of focus is Literacy acquisition of young children. Taking Running Records of Reading Continuous texts are invaluable as records to help teachers guide their teaching. This session will discuss ways to interpret Running Records through a lens of Literacy processing theory. Implications for determining individual and group progress in your classrooms will be discussed. Suitable for Grades K - 4 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

(Maximum number of participants 25) COST: $25.00 LOCATION: ROOM 221 CROCUS PLAINS

52b) HEALTHY YOUTH RELATIONSHIPS Maxine Schminke, Respect Education Coordinator, Canadian Red Cross Maxine Schminke is the Respect Education Outreach Coordinator for the Canadian Red Cross in Manitoba. The Canadian Red Cross Respect Education: Violence and Abuse Prevention program is a national and international leader in helping schools and organizations manage risk and protect young people. For over 25 years, the Canadian Red Cross has provided education to children, youth and adults to promote healthy relationships and safe environments. Healthy Youth Relationships is a social and emotional learning program that helps teens to develop the essential skills to build and maintain a healthy relationship for themselves, and to promote healthy relationships in their schools and community. Healthy Youth Relationships supports the curriculum

 

  outcomes in Health, Social Sciences, and the Humanities, and supports a whole school approach to violence prevention. Suitable for Grades 7 – 12, Administrators, Resource, Counsellors 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. (Maximum number of participants 25) COST: $25.00 LOCATION: ROOM 115 CROCUS PLAINS

53b) LEARN TO PLAY SOFTBALL, SKILLS AND DRILLS FOR EARLY YEARS EDUCATORS Kellie Baker, Teacher, Brandon School Division Kellie Baker just completed her first year in the Brandon School Division as a teacher. She ran the Learn to Play program in Brandon in 2008, and has coached clinics and softball teams for over 6 years. She competed in the Western Canada Games in 2007 and the Canada Games in 2009, and still enjoys playing softball in her free time. Working alongside the Learn to Play Program, a program designed for introducing the sport of Softball to children, we will work through skills and drills as well as lead-up games to use in your Phys. Ed classes when teaching throwing, catching and striking techniques to your students. Included will be a take-home 10-class unit plan and the Learn to Play program booklets. Suitable for Grades K-4 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

(Maximum number of participants 30) COST: $25.00 LOCATION: TBA

54b) LE JOURNAL EN CLASSE – SESSION B Dave Bebbington, Teacher, Brandon School Division

THIS SESSION IS CANCELLED I'm very lucky to still be teaching French at the same school where I started back in 1974. I love applying new technology to language learning and especially enjoy making up activities to use with the articles in Le Journal de Montréal. I have recently had the pleasure of teaching the Appels/Excels program at Brandon University. In my spare time, I like to travel, play golf and ref soccer. I'm married and have three or four daughters. I'm originally from St. Bruno on the South Shore of Montreal although I'm a product of (Basic) French. "Teaching only gets boring if YOU let it." Although treating the same theme as found in Session A (the morning session), this session is geared more toward grades 11 and 12. As such, it deals more with using newspaper articles to create interesting and topical reading activities. After briefly discussing the components of an effective reading lesson, teachers will choose an article and create a complete lesson to be shared with other participants at the end of the session (make-and-take). NOTE: It is recommended that participants subscribe to the free online edition of Journal de Montreal ahead of time although there will be many available articles to work on during the session. NOTE: Session A is not a pre-requisite. Suitable for Grades 11 and 12 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

 

(Maximum number of participants 10) COST: $25.00 LOCATION: VINCENT MASSEY HIGH SCHOOL 715 McDIARMID DRIVE BRANDON, MB