School Team 3 - Round 3: Full Schedule

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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9:30am MST

Focus on Fluency: Coaching Confidence and Reading Progress LIMITED

Friday February 7, 2025 9:30am - 10:45am MST

Session Materials

In this session, we’ll explore the Reading Progress tool, fluency-building activities like games and reader’s theater, and practical strategies teachers can use right away. You’ll also learn how to incorporate coaching into reading instruction to help students unlock their potential, improving fluency and confidence.

Speakers

Stephanie Denman

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

Stephanie is a newbie joining the ELA Elementary team. She has been an Educator for 15 years with ECSD and completed her Masters in Religious Education. Stephanie has a passion for building powerful literacy classrooms where all learners experience success. She loves reading, traveling... Read More →

Friday February 7, 2025 9:30am - 10:45am MST
3A

3-6

11:00am MST

Fostering Independence in EAL Learners (K-6) LIMITED

Friday February 7, 2025 11:00am - 12:15pm MST

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

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 →

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

1:00pm MST

Building Bridges: Fostering Peer Relationships with Restorative Circles LIMITED

Friday February 7, 2025 1:00pm - 2:15pm MST

Session Materials

Speakers

Melissa Astle

EAL Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division

Lori Arksey

Inclusive Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division

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

2:30pm MST

Edwin Subject Spotlight LIMITED

Friday February 7, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm MST

Session Materials

Join us for Edwin Subject Spotlight, a hands-on session designed to help you explore Edwin’s rich library of resources for Science, Social Studies, Math, and English Language Arts. Whether you're looking to discover new materials, create engaging lessons, or plan your next unit, this session provides the perfect opportunity to focus on one or all of the subject resources offered by Edwin. Work at your own pace or collaborate with colleagues as you uncover curated content, interactive tools, and planning strategies tailored to your needs, with facilitators available to guide you and share tips for maximizing Edwin's potential. Come prepared with your subject in mind, and leave with fresh ideas, actionable plans, and a renewed sense of inspiration for your teaching!

Speakers

Stephanie Denman

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

Samantha Davidson

Elementary Social Studies Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division

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

Friday February 7, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm MST
3A

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