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 session explores the key foundations needed to create a successful and engaging primary classroom. With over 25 years of classroom experience, I will share practical routines, songs, rhymes, and mentor texts that support classroom management, literacy development, and strong daily structures. The session highlights the importance of building classroom community, creating language-rich learning opportunities, and providing relevant, engaging experiences that support student success. Examples of cross-curricular projects incorporating mixed-media art will also be shared.
Teacher - Father Michael Mireau, Edmonton Catholic School Division
With 29 years of experience in primary grades, Michelle is a Grade 2 teacher who sees the power of relationships in supporting children’s growth and creativity, and views children as capable and competent. She creates a positive, inclusive, and engaging environment where every child... Read More →
Saturday May 23, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am MDT Room 2a
Explore the new K–3 Social Studies curriculum architecture using New Learn Alberta. We'll walk through key features, highlight New Learn Alberta resources, and introduce pacing guides designed to support your planning from day one. This session will set the stage for confident, purposeful teaching rooted in curriculum clarity.
Elementary Social Studies Consultant (K-6), Edmonton Catholic School Division
I am a proud parent of two children and two pets. I enjoy traveling, reading, engaging in creative pursuits, and spending quality time with friends and family—often cheering from the stands of chilly hockey arenas or warm indoor ball hockey floors.Drawing from both personal and... Read More →
