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ECSD Elementary School Teams: Coaching for Excellence
Welcome to the third round of School Teams, where we continue to grow together in our shared commitment to student success. This round’s focus is on Coaching for Excellence, emphasizing how every educator, like even the most elite athletes, benefits from thoughtful guidance and tools to perform at their best. Through this lens, we will dive into our new curriculum subject areas, equipping you with strategies to support optimal teaching and learning.
Explore 16 impactful sessions designed to empower K-6 teachers, instructional leaders, and coaches, including a special kindergarten throughline that establishes the foundations for lifelong success. Together, we’ll foster collaboration, build skills, and set the stage for excellence in every classroom.
Dive into the schedule below to find inspiring sessions, resources, and tools to help you and your team succeed. Let’s empower our educators and students to reach new heights!
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Friday, February 7
 

9:30am MST

Talk Like a Scientist: Empowering Scientific Discourse and Oracy LIMITED
Friday February 7, 2025 9:30am - 10:45am MST
3B
Session Materials
Join us for an engaging, hands-on session to explore best practices for encouraging all learners to fully engage in scientific discourse. Develop classroom protocols for oracy, integrating collaborative strategies and visible thinking routines to foster meaningful student conversations.  Utilize resources from “Visible Learning for Science” and “Strive for Five Conversations” to gain practical tools and techniques for immediate classroom application. 
Speakers
avatar for Natalie Zuberbuhler

Natalie Zuberbuhler

Elementary Science Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Natalie Zuberbuhler: Elementary Science Curriculum and Assessment Consultant with Edmonton Catholic Schools lives for Science and supporting her teacher colleagues. Natalie always has great recommendations on books, tips for catching fish, and how to incorporate computer science to... Read More →
Friday February 7, 2025 9:30am - 10:45am MST
3B
  K-6

11:00am MST

Fostering Independence in EAL Learners (K-6) LIMITED
Friday February 7, 2025 11:00am - 12:15pm MST
3A
Session Materials
In this session, educators will explore various scaffolding techniques tailored to support EAL learners. Participants will be guided through the process of assessing how to choose appropriate scaffolds to empower EAL learners and build their independence. Through interactive activities and practical examples, teachers will gain confidence in implementing these strategies in their classrooms. Join us to empower your EAL students and foster an inclusive learning environment!
Speakers
avatar for Devin Austin

Devin Austin

Elementary EAL Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Devin Austin, a forward-thinking K-12 Elementary EAL consultant with Edmonton Catholic Schools, sharing his skills in diverse capacities since 2011. He loves globe-trotting, keeping abreast of the newest tech innovations, and moments with his family. Devin is deeply committed to enhancing... Read More →
avatar for Melissa Astle

Melissa Astle

EAL Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Melissa is an EAL consultant with Edmonton Catholic Schools. Her background includes teaching in both bilingual and second language programs in elementary and junior high setting. As a language lover and multilingual herself, she is committed to helping EAL learners find success in... Read More →
Friday February 7, 2025 11:00am - 12:15pm MST
3A
  K-6

11:00am MST

Making Learning Visible - A Book Creator Workbee LIMITED
Friday February 7, 2025 11:00am - 12:15pm MST
3B
Session Materials
Join us for a hands-on Book Creator Workbee designed for K-6 educators! Start with a mini-session that walks you through the must-know features of Book Creator to empower students to express and demonstrate their learning. Then, dive into creating your own digital book with on-the-spot coaching and support from our consultant team. Whether you're crafting a classroom resource, a student template, a visual journal, this session will help you turn ideas into digital creations that engage learners of all abilities and learn how to provide formative feedback along the way.
Speakers
avatar for Nicole Cunningham

Nicole Cunningham

Emtech, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Nicole Cunningham is a Consultant with the Emerging Technology team in Learning Services with Edmonton Catholic Schools. She has been an educator with ECSD for 24 years, teaching K-6 students and serving as a technology coach for Early Learning, Inclusive Education and Curriculum... Read More →
avatar for Leanne Hemphill

Leanne Hemphill

Curriculum and Assessment, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Leanne is a tech enthusiast and new assessment consultant! Her passion lies in revolutionizing how assessments are conducted, making them engaging and insightful for all. When she's not diving deep into assessment strategies, Leanne can be found gliding through the water with the... Read More →
Friday February 7, 2025 11:00am - 12:15pm MST
3B
  K-6

1:00pm MST

Building Bridges: Fostering Peer Relationships with Restorative Circles LIMITED
Friday February 7, 2025 1:00pm - 2:15pm MST
3A
Session Materials
Speakers
avatar for Melissa Astle

Melissa Astle

EAL Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Melissa is an EAL consultant with Edmonton Catholic Schools. Her background includes teaching in both bilingual and second language programs in elementary and junior high setting. As a language lover and multilingual herself, she is committed to helping EAL learners find success in... Read More →
avatar for Lori Arksey

Lori Arksey

Inclusive Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
avatar for Shireen Mohammed

Shireen Mohammed

EDIAR Specialist, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Shireen has been in education for 30+ years as a teacher, consultant, counsellor, and assistant principal.  She is truly passionate about students and how we can improve our practices to fully support them in all areas of their lives. Shireen is originally from Trinidad which is... Read More →
Friday February 7, 2025 1:00pm - 2:15pm MST
3A
  K-6

1:00pm MST

Play with Purpose: Fun-tastic Ways to Enhance Geometry and Measurement LIMITED
Friday February 7, 2025 1:00pm - 2:15pm MST
2A
Session Materials
Prepare to elevate your teaching toolkit with our Math Games for Geometry and Measurement session. Through hands-on game play experiences, we will engage in a four-part lesson structure designed to build student success. From independent practice to insightful assessments, you'll gain tips and tricks to make management and differentiation a breeze. And the best part? You'll walk away with a resource that's sure to "measure up" to your expectations. Join us to "shape" the way your students practice!
Speakers
avatar for Anita Hanneman

Anita Hanneman

Elementary Mathematics Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Anita makes up one fifth of the elementary mathematics team. Her passion and giddiness for mathematics grows with each article read, teacher conversation, and interaction with students. On her spare time Anita enjoys spending time with her family, dancing, being in nature, pina coladas... Read More →
Friday February 7, 2025 1:00pm - 2:15pm MST
2A
  K-6

1:00pm MST

Reframing Autism: Empowering Communication LIMITED
Friday February 7, 2025 1:00pm - 2:15pm MST
3B
Session Materials
This session will delve into the Communication section of the Classroom Reflection Tool, guiding participants through the use of chat editor, AAC devices, and effective strategies to support oral language development. Get ready to dive into some neuro affirming resources and ideas to foster communication amongst all students! 
Speakers
avatar for Lindsay Lott

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 →
avatar for Anne Simpson

Anne Simpson

English Language Arts Consultant (K-6), Edmonton Catholic School Division
I am a mom to two children and two fur babies. I love to travel, read, do anything creative and spend time with friends and family (especially in cold hockey arenas and very hot soccer centers).
Friday February 7, 2025 1:00pm - 2:15pm MST
3B
  K-6

1:00pm MST

Shaping Success Through Peer Feedback LIMITED
Friday February 7, 2025 1:00pm - 2:15pm MST
2B
Session Materials
This session is offered in French***
This session will explore how to effectively use examples and non-examples of mentor texts to co-create success criteria with students, fostering a deeper understanding of quality writing and language use. Discover practical strategies to engage students in providing meaningful peer feedback that enhances their critical thinking and communication skills. Walk away with tools to cultivate a supportive classroom environment where students learn from each other and develop confidence in their language abilities.
Speakers
avatar for Suzanne Pitts

Suzanne Pitts

French Immersion Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Suzanne Pitts is a French immersion consultant with ECSD. With an insatiable appetite for snacks, an undeniable zest for sports, and an unwavering love for technology, Suzanne is a multifaceted force to be reckoned with. However, her true ardor lies in supporting and empowering teachers... Read More →
avatar for Carmen Vaugeois

Carmen Vaugeois

French Immersion Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Carmen Vaugeois is a French Immersion consultant with ECSD. She is a cheese aficionado, a self-professed reality tv junkie and a sun worshiper. Mentoring beginning teachers in the French Immersion program is near and dear to her heart!
Friday February 7, 2025 1:00pm - 2:15pm MST
2B
  K-6

2:30pm MST

Do The Math… And Doing it Well LIMITED
Friday February 7, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm MST
2A
Session Materials
Wondering what all the hype is about Do The Math? Do The Math is a powerful resource that has been introduced to all schools.  In this session you will receive an overview of this resource, which is specifically tailored to support targeted instruction and intervention for students in Kindergarten through Grade 6.  This comprehensive program serves a dual purpose: helping students to progress mathematically by meticulously rebuilding their mathematical foundation and focusing on critical math concepts. If you have never attended a Do The Math session before, then this session is for you.
Speakers
avatar for Anita Hanneman

Anita Hanneman

Elementary Mathematics Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Anita makes up one fifth of the elementary mathematics team. Her passion and giddiness for mathematics grows with each article read, teacher conversation, and interaction with students. On her spare time Anita enjoys spending time with her family, dancing, being in nature, pina coladas... Read More →
Friday February 7, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm MST
2A
  K-6
 
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