SEATCA 2025 - Southeastern Alberta Teachers' Convention: Full Schedule

REMINDER...if you DID NOT pre-register for parking prior to February 15th, please remember to check in at the PARKING KIOSK tomorrow at the doors near security when you arrive in the morning! Thank you!

LUNCH SPECIALS at the MHC! Plan ahead for some good food and a sit down visit with friends!

THURSDAY

CRAVE BUFFET ($15.00) - Chicken Penne Alfredo, Caesar Salad & Garlic Toast, Vegetarian option - Mediterranean Penne
CAFETERIA CORNER ($10.00) - BBQ Beef on a bun with Potato Wedges, medium fountain pop

FRIDAY
CRAVE BUFFET ($15.00) - Pulled Pork on a bun with Cole Slaw Vegetarian option - Veggie Wrap
CAFETERIA CORNER ($10.00) - Soft Tacos with Tater Tots, medium fountain pop

Of course the cafeteria will be open with a full menu! REMEMBER...MHC is CASHLESS!

Please NOTE:
Pre-registration for Convention Parking is now CLOSED! If you need to register your vehicle for convention parking, please stop into the Courtyard room to use a parking Kiosk.

Please click on the link below to view ATA President Jason Schillings member address.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uEQXaTlogCU

To create an account so you can make a personal schedule, click on the Login or Signup link at the top of the screen. To find out how to make your account private, manage your profile, and get the most out of SCHED, please click on the Information link below.

Message from ATA Conventions regarding inclement weather and safe travels...

“On the two school days of your assigned teachers’ convention, you have a legal and
professional responsibility to attend Convention. If you are not able to make it safely to your
assigned convention, however, your collective agreement may include impassable roads or
inclement weather clauses that you can access. If your collective agreement does not include
language specific to road conditions or weather, you may make use of the personal leave
clauses of your agreement in most cases. Please be aware that using any of these types of
leave may require you to pay substitute costs, forego a portion of your salary and benefits, or
report to your school or another work location in your district. Refer to your collective
agreement for more information. Should you require any additional information or if you
need assistance interpreting your collective agreement, please contact Teacher Employment
Services at 1-800-232-7208 or 780-447-9400.”

9:00am MST

Elevate and Flourish: Strategies for Flourishing as a School Leader

Thursday February 20, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am MST

F1009 (Cap 35)

Lead by Foremost School principal Corey Steeves, school leaders will look at strategies proven to help in navigating the complexities associated with the role and ultimately flourish and succeed as school leaders.

Speakers

Corey Steeves

Thursday February 20, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am MST
F1009 (Cap 35) Medicine Hat College, 299 College Dr SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 3Y6, Canada

Leadership, Admin/Leadership

10:30am MST

Diving Deeper: Opportunities and Challenges in School Leadership – A Guided Conversation for Strategic Support - ATA Workshop

Thursday February 20, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am MST

F1009 (Cap 35)

Join us for an engaging and thought-provoking session that delves into the intricate landscape of school leadership. In this interactive guided conversation, we will explore the multifaceted opportunities and challenges faced by school leaders today. Moreover, we are interested in hearing how YOUR Association can provide the most effective and tailored support to empower school leaders, enabling them to lead with confidence and resilience.

Speakers

Dr. Elissa Corsi

Associate Executive Secretary, Government, Alberta Teachers' Association

Dr. Elissa Corsi is one of two Associate Executive Secretaries for the Alberta Teachers' Association and is the Coordinator of the Association's Government Services program area. She worked as a teacher and administrator in Alberta schools, both in English and French Immersion, before... Read More →

Jeff Huculak

Executive Staff Officer, Teacher Employment Services, Alberta Teachers' Association

Jeff Huculak joined the Association’s Teacher Employment Services executive staff in 2024.

Thursday February 20, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am MST
F1009 (Cap 35) Medicine Hat College, 299 College Dr SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 3Y6, Canada

Leadership, Admin/Leadership

1:00pm MST

Women in Leadership: I want to be a leader, but...

Thursday February 20, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST

F160 (Crowfoot Room)

So often our perception of what we believe to be required of being a leader prevents us from pursuing and accepting a leadership role. In this session, we will explore what our assumptions are, the resources we have, as well as what is within our control to thrive in leadership positions. We have a lot more control than we give ourselves credit for! Together, we will address assumptions and create a plan to embrace the leader within ourselves.

Speakers

Crystal Atkinson

ATA PD Workshop Facilitator, Alberta Teachers Association

Crystal Atkinson is passionate about helping others foster their inner leader! She is an Association Instructor for the ATA and an Instructional Coach for Grasslands Public Schools. Crystal is also a certified Maxwell Leadership Team member. Prior to this, she was an administrator... Read More →

Thursday February 20, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
F160 (Crowfoot Room) Medicine Hat College, 299 College Dr SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 3Y6, Canada

Leadership, Div llll ( Grades 10-12), Div lll (Grades 7-9), Div ll ( Grades 4-6), Div l ( Grades 1-3)

2:30pm MST

Communication: Skills to Empower You

Thursday February 20, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm MST

F160 (Crowfoot Room)

So often, the thought of all the demands of communicating can be overwhelming. In this session, participants will explore four of the 16 Undeniable Laws of Communication by John C Maxwell to practice their own reflections on these key areas. These reflections will be helpful in situations from interviews to instructional leadership and everything in between!

Speakers

Crystal Atkinson

ATA PD Workshop Facilitator, Alberta Teachers Association

Thursday February 20, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm MST
F160 (Crowfoot Room) Medicine Hat College, 299 College Dr SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 3Y6, Canada

Leadership, Div llll ( Grades 10-12), Div lll (Grades 7-9), Div ll ( Grades 4-6), Div l ( Grades 1-3)

10:30am MST

Tend the Garden—Starting and Sustaining Change in Schools - ATA Workshop

Friday February 21, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am MST

F1009 (Cap 35)

Do you have a project, program, or initiative you'd like to get started? Join this session to explore the science behind what makes short- and long-term programs, projects and initiatives successful. This discussion-focused session will lead you through the process for planning, implementing and sustaining a successful program over time. Participants are encouraged, but not required, to bring ideas for programming, projects, and initiatives they would like to implement in their own context.

Speakers

Crystal Atkinson

ATA PD Workshop Facilitator, Alberta Teachers Association

Friday February 21, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am MST
F1009 (Cap 35) Medicine Hat College, 299 College Dr SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 3Y6, Canada

Leadership, Admin/Leadership, Div llll ( Grades 10-12), Div lll (Grades 7-9), Div ll ( Grades 4-6), Div l ( Grades 1-3), Early Childhood Education (Pre-K to K)

1:00pm MST

Instructional Leadership to Optimize Student Learning and Staff Development - ATA Workshop

Friday February 21, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST

F1009 (Cap 35)

Research tells us that the role of the principal as instructional leader is an extremely important one in today’s schools. In this workshop, participants will look at ways to build staff capacity, cultivate a positive school culture and environment, foster strong relationships, and support evidence-informed teaching practices.

Speakers

Crystal Atkinson

ATA PD Workshop Facilitator, Alberta Teachers Association

Friday February 21, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
F1009 (Cap 35) Medicine Hat College, 299 College Dr SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 3Y6, Canada

Leadership, Admin/Leadership, Div llll ( Grades 10-12), Div lll (Grades 7-9), Div ll ( Grades 4-6), Div l ( Grades 1-3), Early Childhood Education (Pre-K to K)