I love teaching Science!! That's a good thing as I've been doing it a LONG time :) I have taught in 7 different high schools and taught everything from Biology, General Science, Science 14/24, Fashion, ELL, CALM and even Social Studies. Obviously, Science is my favourite!Hobbies... Read More →
Thursday February 20, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am MST
S106299 College Dr SE, Medicine Hat, AB
APPLE Schools (A Project Promoting healthy Living for Everyone in schools) is an innovative school-focused health promotion initiative. It improves the lives of more than 33,000 students annually in over 100 schools across Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, and Ontario by improving their healthy eating, physical activity, and mental health habits. Join us for an inspiring session that highlights the innovative efforts of two APPLE Schools implementation sites and the dedicated School Health Facilitators driving positive change. Discover real-life examples of how schools successfully integrate Comprehensive School Health initiatives to create healthier, more active learning environments. Learn how to build excitement and generate buy-in among staff and community members, empowering everyone to play a role in fostering a healthy school culture. The Facilitators will share their experiences, insights, and practical strategies for overcoming challenges and facilitating impactful transformations in your own setting. Get ready to be inspired and equipped with the tools to ignite healthy change in your school community!
In this session we will learn about and discuss art projects that you would not typically see in school hallways. We will talk about process over product and how choice can best be implemented in the art room. We will finish by completing a hands on project - tattooing a banana!
Karen Dion is the current Principal at Starbrite Colony School. She lives on a small funny farm with her husband, daughter, and a multitude of animals.
Thursday February 20, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
S106299 College Dr SE, Medicine Hat, AB
In this session, teachers will learn the essential steps for planning and executing successful field trips that enhance student learning and engagement. From creating detailed itineraries and securing permissions to managing budgets, transportation, and parent involvement, participants will gain practical tools and strategies for organizing educational and meaningful trips. The session will also cover how to tie field trips into curriculum goals, manage student engagement during downtime, and explore local trip ideas such as visits to the Crowsnest Pass, the Skills Canada Competition, Jube School and local gems that one might not have previously considered for educational purposes.
I am a farm girl from Milk River, Alberta and I completed my education degree at the University of Alberta. I married a farmer from the Foremost area and we have three daughters. After a few stints in the Horizon School division, I started teaching at the Foremost School in January... Read More →
