This event is open to all teachers with fewer than two years of experience and is designed to support and strengthen early‑career educators as they continue to develop their practice.
This interactive session invites beginning teachers to explore how outdoor environments can support holistic, connected learning grounded in relationship—with the land, with each other, and with multiple ways of knowing. Drawing on Indigenous perspectives and cross-curricular connections, participants will engage in experiences that weave together science, literacy, and wellness. The session emphasizes observation, respect, and reciprocity, helping teachers create meaningful learning opportunities that extend beyond the classroom walls. Teachers will leave with practical entry points, reflective practices, and lesson ideas that support student well-being, deepen engagement, and foster a sense of connection to place.
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 →
Saturday May 23, 2026 11:15am - 12:15pm MDT Room 3b
