Title
How do I create tasks for all stages of the NLA loop in FSL?
Session
1
Division
Div 1, Div 2, Div 3, Div 4, Leadership
Room
331
Language(s) of Session
English
Description
Erika Jarowicz
After a brief overview of the Neuro-linguistic Approach (NLA), participants will create tasks for the oral, reading, and writing components of the NLA loop. Using examples at different grade levels, I will guide participants through activity options and work with them to produce items for their classes, offering guidance and suggestions.
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Title
Making Mathematics Vocabulary Meaningful
Session
1
Division
Div 1, Div 2, Div 3
Room
301
Language(s) of Session
English, French
Description
Carla French
In this session, we'll explore making math vocabulary conceptually meaningful. Using word morphology strategies, students can move beyond rote memorization to enhance understanding. For example, 'coefficient' becomes less intimidating when we know 'co' means together and 'efficient' refers to productivity. The coefficient works efficiently with the variable to find solutions. Analogies and similes can also enhance student understanding.
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Title
Talk the Talk: Mastering the Oral Aspects of a Second Language
Session
1
Division
Div 1, Div 2
Room
221
Language(s) of Session
English
Description
Sophie Ducharme
In this session, we'll explore strategies for improving oral proficiency in a second language. Effective communication goes beyond perfect pronunciation or accent. We'll focus on developing fluency and confidence, from expanding vocabulary to constructing coherent sentences in real-time. Strategies based on the Neurolinguistic Approach will enhance listening comprehension, spontaneous speech, and conversational skills in various contexts. Note: This session was previously presented in French at a prior symposium.
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Title
Promouvoir la francophonie à l'école / Promoting Francophonie at School
Session
1
Division
Div 2
Room
329
Language(s) of Session
English, French
Description
Katharine Wittgruber and Audrey Gelinas
Our presentation offers ideas to promote French culture in schools, enhancing the sense of belonging to the French language through idiomatic expressions, games, music, authors, plays, books, and artists. We'll also discuss creative ideas within the CBE for promoting French culture. This presentation is intended for Divisions 1 and 2.
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Title
Flipping the script: Teachers as Language Learners
Session
1
Division
Div 3, Div 4
Room
114
Language(s) of Session
English
Description
Sébastien Blais and Lauren-Rose Stunell
What happens when teachers become students? In Valencia, Spain, we experienced the challenges of learning in a second language. This session explores the emotional and cognitive realities of language learning and their impact on teaching in Alberta. Through Social-Emotional Learning (SEL), we’ll adapt strategies from our Spanish instructors for French immersion classrooms, sharing practical tools to empower learners, build resilience, and highlight the value of language learning. Join us to reimagine Additional Language Teaching with empathy and understanding.
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Title
Opportunities to Travel and Learn for Educators
Session
1
Division
Div 3, Div 4
Room
327
Language(s) of Session
English
Description
Sarah Kathleen Soltész
Discover opportunities to explore the world and enhance your understanding of different cultures, geopolitics, history, and language skills. Grow professionally and personally. Learn about opportunities from the school board, teacher's union, government, and various agencies. I will share which organization I applied to, the application steps, my overseas experiences, and how I grew both personally and professionally.
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Title
Art Games for Mental Health
Session
1
Division
Div 2, Div 3, Div 4
Room
304
Language(s) of Session
English, Spanish
Description
Maria G Herrera
Explore art-based games to support mental health and language learning. Discover creative activities that reduce anxiety, build resilience, and enhance communication. Drawing from social-emotional learning, trauma-informed practices, and art therapy, this session equips educators with tools for a safe, engaging environment. Key Objectives: Introduce art games for language acquisition and mental well-being, demonstrate creative exercises for emotional regulation, offer activities integrating visual arts, movement, and storytelling, and highlight how art games promote social justice through cultural inclusion and diverse expression.
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Title
The Magic Box
Session
1
Division
Div 1
Room
302
Language(s) of Session
Spanish
Description
Liliana Fuentes
In this presentation, you'll learn about “The Magic Box,” a tool to enhance speaking, listening, and writing skills in the target language, specifically Spanish, but adaptable to any language. Based on Neurolinguistic Approach principles, it encourages frequent use of vocabulary and sentence structures. The Magic Box contains cards with vocabulary, questions, and answers learned through various activities. Incorporating this strategy creates an engaging, student-centered activity that boosts confidence and fluency.
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Title
A Journey Through Language: Exploring Neurolinguistic Approach (NLA) in a Collaborative Sharing Circle
Session
1
Division
Div 1, Div 2, Div 3, Div 4, Leadership
Room
305
Language(s) of Session
English
Description
Robynn Jones and Hong Shen, Emily Zhang, Shu Wang, Yunxuan (Tess) Han, Fan Hildisheim, Juting Lu, Aiting Yang and Highwood Teachers
We invite teachers to join us for a sharing session on implementing the Neuro-Linguistic Approach (NLA) in their classrooms. Teachers will share strategies for integrating NLA into language lessons, listen, learn from colleagues, and gain insights. This session will provide practical tips and inspire teachers to incorporate NLA into their teaching practices to support diverse student needs.
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Title
Developing Oral Language and Flexible Thinking in the Math Classroom
Session
1
Division
Div 1, Div 2
Room
306
Language(s) of Session
English, Spanish
Description
Jeanne Liendo
This interactive session offers strategies to enhance students' Spanish speaking skills while promoting problem-solving and flexible thinking in math class. We'll start with an overview of the oral phase of the Neurolinguistic Approach (NLA) and its relevance to language acquisition in math. I'll share actionable strategies to front-load content-specific vocabulary and encourage meaningful mathematical discourse, including visual prompts, verbal interaction games, and collaborative problem-solving activities. Examples and student samples will be provided.
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Title
Explore More in 2025! Community Walks for Language Learning (Outdoor Session)
Session
1
Division
Div 1, Div 2, Div 3
Room
Meet by the front doors - Morley Trail NW
Language(s) of Session
English
Description
Jenn Doeve
As an international language teacher, you are an explorer at heart! You know the excitement of exploring cultures, people, and languages. Yet, in pursuit of language acquisition, you may overload students with text, forgetting the value of real-world exploration. Community walks to the rescue! Language is acquired beautifully through the senses, and many children thrive through movement and fresh air. So let’s walk… with purpose! In this OUTDOOR WALKING session, you will learn how to plan a community walk, what to teach on a community walk, making it more than just fun and effective strategies for language learning before, during, and after the walk.
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Title
Kick, Pass, Punt: Intro to Rugby for Kids
Session
1
Division
Div 1, Div 2
Room
Auxiliary Gym
Language(s) of Session
English
Description
Andrew Gossen
This internationally celebrated sport is growing in popularity across Canadian schools. This session will provide educators with the basics to teach kids about rugby and find natural entry points to learn and practice sports and team-play vocabulary in the target language. Andy will guide fun, safe, high-energy lessons to introduce students to running, kicking, passing, and catching. This active session will have participants ready to get sweaty while building movement and language skills through hands-on gameplay.
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Title
Building Community and Relationships Through Language Learning: Middle School/Junior High Round Table OLEP Presentations
Session
1
Division
Div 3, Leadership
Room
309
Language(s) of Session
English, French
Description
Bishop Pinkham, Branton, David Thompson, F.E. Osbourne, and Georges P. Vanier. (possibly Elboya and Valley Creek as well)
Join us in these bilingual presentations (French & English) as we discuss the exciting and impactful OLEP projects we've engaged in this school year. This round table conversation includes five different French Immersion middle and junior high settings.
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Title
Embedding Mentorship in CBE Language Programs
Session
1
Division
Leadership
Room
330
Language(s) of Session
English
Description
Meghan Morden and Andrea Riquelme
Our teachers are important to us. Research shows that strong induction supports, such as mentorship programs, increase teacher retention and well-being. Supported and capable teachers positively impact student learning and well-being. Participants will review resources, ask questions, and develop a game plan to embed mentorship within existing school structures, avoiding the dreaded 'add-on.'
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Title
Mercado - Real-World Connections and Entrepreneurship
Session
1
Division
Div 1, Div 2, Div 3, Div 4, Leadership
Room
328
Language(s) of Session
English
Description
Micah Plomp and Tamara Schurch
Learn how a grade 4/5 team creates an interdisciplinary project integrating Spanish, English, Financial Literacy, and Math. This student-led project fosters entrepreneurship and real-world connections in a fun and meaningful way. Discover how we use NLA, buying, selling, Spanish, and philanthropy to encourage participation and demonstrate the fun of learning a second language and the importance of empathy. Learn how to build your own 'Mercado.'
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Title
Gentle Yoga
Session
1
Division
Div 1, Div 2, Div 3, Div 4
Room
216
Language(s) of Session
English
Description
Maria Webb
This session will guide participants through a gentle yoga flow to reset the nervous system and provide well-deserved rest and relaxation. Comfortable clothing is recommended for ease of movement, but no previous experience is required. See you on the mat.
Note: Please bring your mat, blocks, and bolster.
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Title
L'inclusion des élèves réfugiés en immersion française à travers les prairies canadiennes : les perspectives, les politiques et les pédagogies
Session
1
Division
Div 1, Div 2, Div 3, Div 4, Leadership
Room
Drama Room
Language(s) of Session
English
Description
Dr. Stephen Davis
La démographie des programmes d’immersion française devient de plus en plus diversifiée grâce à la migration internationale au Canada. Plusieurs familles et élèves nouveaux-arrivants sont motivés à apprendre le français et l’anglais. Cependant, ces élèves sont souvent exclus de l’immersion française. Cet atelier interactif explorera les perspectives, politiques et pédagogies pertinentes aux élèves réfugiés en immersion française. Nous examinerons les résultats d’une étude sur les perspectives des enseignants par rapport aux élèves réfugiés en immersion dans huit conseils scolaires en Saskatchewan, Manitoba et Alberta. Nous discuterons de cinq recommandations pour inclure et soutenir les élèves réfugiés en immersion française. Enfin, nous explorerons les approches pédagogiques pour favoriser l’intégration et l’apprentissage des élèves nouveaux-arrivants en immersion.
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Title
The importance of collaboration between schools in the language program
Session
1
Division
Leadership
Room
303
Language(s) of Session
English
Description
Chad Edmonds and Christos Sagriotis
We will be speaking about the collaboration happening between William Aberhart and GP Vanier, and support dialogue between schools to grow these collaborations.
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Title
Les leçons par phonème du CBE- comment enseigner tous les sons? / CBE's Leçons par Phonème - How to Teach Sounds?
Session
1
Division
Div 1, Div 2, Leadership
Room
Learning Commons
Language(s) of Session
English, French
Description
Heather White, Sandra Jacques, Vanessa Zentner, and Lina Vallières
Are you new to using the CBE sound lessons in French Immersion? Want a refresher on the important elements? Join us to explore structured literacy in French immersion! Discover how this approach can transform French learning for your students. This workshop presents lessons and resources created by 40 French immersion teachers from the Calgary Board of Education, inspired by the science of reading and the book 'Shifting the Balance.' Learn how these lessons integrate phonological awareness, phoneme-grapheme correspondences, and provide decodable texts. You will leave with tools and strategies to adapt these lessons to your teaching context, boosting students' confidence in reading and writing.
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Title
Cultural Inclusion-Positive Identity-Enhancing Belonging
Session
1
Division
Div 1, Div 2, Div 3, Div 4, Leadership
Room
325
Language(s) of Session
English
Description
Teresa Woo-Paw
This session will present information about Calgary’s Asian Canadian communities, Asian Heritage Month activities, community resources and lesson ideas available for educators, including educational resources developed by the Asian Canadian Educator’s Network. The Session will be presented by the Asian Heritage Foundation, arts champions, and educators. We will share with you the outcomes of the 2024 Asian Heritage Month initiative.
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Title
La sociophonétique du français
Session
1
Division
Div 1, Div 2, Div 3, Div 4, Leadership
Room
323
Language(s) of Session
French
Description
Steeve Mercier
Cette présentation, d’une durée de 60 minutes, a pour objectif général de définir ce qu’on entend par accent et d’initier à la description de différents accents présents dans la vaste zone de la francophonie. Elle invite à réfléchir aux concepts de variation linguistique et de norme tout en faisant des liens avec l’enseignement des langues secondes ou étrangères tel qu’on le rencontre dans les salles de classes du primaire et du secondaire, de l’université ou des Alliances Françaises.
Les objectifs particuliers de cette présentation sont d’amener les participants à :
• percevoir les variations de prononciation ;
• comprendre la logique articulatoire propre à certains groupes sociolectaux ;
• connaître des éléments d’histoire de l’établissement des normes linguistiques ;
• appréhender les enjeux socioculturels et pédagogiques de la diffusion des normes linguistiques.
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Title
The Effectiveness of the Neurolinguistic Approach in a High School & Middle School Setting
Session
2
Division
Div 4
Room
321
Language(s) of Session
English
Description
Mason Young
I will introduce the Neurolinguistic Approach (NLA), providing an overview of its purpose and classroom application. I'll share examples of student work to demonstrate its creative possibilities. Additionally, I'll highlight resources like Magic School and ChatGPT to help teachers develop tailored materials that align with curricular outcomes and meet diverse student needs. Time will be allocated for teachers to plan and create relevant resources, fostering collaboration and innovation.
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Title
Administrator look-for's in Language Classrooms
Session
2
Division
Leadership
Room
329
Language(s) of Session
English
Description
Dr Katherine Mueller (Werklund School of Education, University of Calgary)
As a frequent presenter for CBE language programs, I have had the opportunity to provide professional learning support for many teachers in French Immersion, Spanish, German and Mandarin bilingual programs, and French as a Second Language programs. In particular, I have provided valuable training in the implementation and possibilities of the Neurolinguistic Approach, which is a highly effective way for teachers to support oral language development as students progress in their language learning journey. I will present some important Look For’s to support administrators as they observe in classrooms, and to allow them to appreciate student success in language programs.
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Title
Starting a Classroom Blog for Authentic Language Expression
Session
2
Division
Div 1, Div 2, Div 3, Div 4
Room
320
Language(s) of Session
English
Description
Amy Spray
Starting a classroom blog can be an exciting way for students to showcase their language learning! It allows them to authentically tell their stories to a real audience and opens up discussions about digital citizenship and literacy. For reluctant writers, a blog helps them understand that their voices matter.
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Title
Weaving Mandarin into the Curriculum Fabric
Session
2
Division
Div 1
Room
318
Language(s) of Session
English, Mandarin
Description
Shuai Wang, Doris Zhu, and Shu Wang
Mandarin instruction connects Math topics like measurements, calculations, and patterns with the Science unit 'Matter,' focusing on the water cycle. Through the NLA, students engage in speaking, reading, and writing activities, enhancing Mandarin skills while exploring real-world concepts. Hands-on experiments, problem-solving tasks, and collaborative discussions make learning interactive and meaningful.
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Title
Games for Math and language skills
Session
2
Division
Div 2, Div 3, Div 4
Room
302
Language(s) of Session
English, French, Spanish
Description
Gaël Dumelié
A variation of the French game show Des Chiffres et des Lettres is presented as a valuable resource for Math teachers in another language. The game alternates between numbers and letters. It has been used in classrooms for over 10 years and also has Spanish (Cifras y letras) and British (Countdown) versions. Presentations can be conducted in English, French, Spanish, or all three languages. Additionally, it can be applied to the German bilingual program.
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Title
Pédagogie interdisciplinaire entre FLA et Études sociales / Interdisciplinary pedagogy between FLA and Social Studies
Session
2
Division
Div 3, Div 4
Room
319
Language(s) of Session
French
Description
Éric Vaillant and Steve Bhantooa
We will bridge Specific Outcomes similar to those in the FLA and Social Studies programs to develop a more holistic approach. Students will benefit from the dual contextual teaching approach, while teachers will enhance their understanding and explore teaching strategies to make connections between the different Specific Outcomes.
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Title
International Opportunities for Teachers
Session
2
Division
Div 1, Div 2, Div 3, Div 4, Leadership
Room
305
Language(s) of Session
English
Description
Michelle Dickie
Do you have an adventurous spirit? Do you like collaborating with people from different backgrounds? Would you like to challenge your professional skills in foreign environments?
If you answered YES to the above, consider attending this session on the ATA's International Cooperative Initiatives to learn more about overseas volunteer opportunities and other international initiatives.
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Title
Meaningful Conversations in the Math Class
Session
2
Division
Div 1, Div 2, Div 3
Room
306
Language(s) of Session
English, Spanish
Description
Patricia Barrera
This presentation highlights the implementation of daily small-group math conversations to promote problem-solving and collaborative learning. These discussions help students showcase prior knowledge and consolidate understanding. The structured instructions, challenges faced, and strategies used to overcome difficulties will be detailed. This routine enhances math observations, identifies student difficulties, and emphasizes the role of reading comprehension in deepening mathematical understanding and engagement.
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Title
NSTEP and Sundance: Building Healthy Habits for Life!
Session
2
Division
Div 1, Div 2, Div 3
Room
323
Language(s) of Session
English
Description
Deb Hymer (NSTEP), Melanie Tindall and Helene Chouinard Harrison
NSTEP is an education hub of scientific, evidence-based knowledge that focuses on teaching healthy habits for children, for life. NSTEP has been working with Sundance in French Immersion for the past 14 years and will share valuable curricular connections to the PEW and diverse cultural connections for families around nutrition.
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Title
Communication as a Language
Session
2
Division
Div 2, Div 3
Room
325
Language(s) of Session
English
Description
Joanne McClintock and Amelia Pierson
We will discuss the importance of communication as a language within specialized settings. This will have a main focus on ASL and how it, with communication devices, enhances verbal language. ASL is an important language to help specialized settings communicate needs and wants.
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Title
Let's talk it out!- Oral math routines for Middle school and Elementary div 2
Session
2
Division
Div 2, Div 3
Room
328
Language(s) of Session
English
Description
Radhika Shah
Let's talk it out! How can students deepen their understanding of mathematical procedures and build fluency through oral discourse in middle-years settings? How can equitable learning spaces be created to make sense of concepts in a second-language setting and construct positive bi/multilingual and math identities? This presentation introduces a toolkit for Math/Number Talks—short teaching practices that engage students in rich mathematical discourse, fostering bilingual learning environments and collaborative communities. Teachers in Division II and III are invited to explore these tools with practical resources for immediate classroom implementation.
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Title
Explore More in 2025! Community Walks for Language Learning (Outdoor Session)
Session
2
Division
Div 1, Div 2, Div 3
Room
Meet by the front doors - Morley Trail NW
Language(s) of Session
English
Description
Jenn Doeve
As an international language teacher, exploring the world's cultures, people, and languages is exciting and satisfying. However, in pursuit of language acquisition, students may be overloaded with text, missing the value of real-world exploration. Community walks can help! Language is beautifully acquired through the senses, and many children benefit from movement and fresh air. In this OUTDOOR WALKING session, learn how to plan a community walk, what to teach, and effective strategies for language learning before, during, and after the walk.
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Title
The Calgary Bridge Foundation for Youth: Multiple Supports for Newcomer Children & Youth
Session
2
Division
Div 1, Div 2, Div 3, Div 4
Room
106
Language(s) of Session
English
Description
Lorraine Kinsman, Bibhu Ojha, Fahri Duman
Throughout their 35-year partnership, CBFY and CBE have collaboratively supported the successful settlement of newcomer children and youth in schools. The number of newcomers has grown by over 300% in the past 4 years, presenting new challenges. CBFY supported over 11,000 clients in the 2023-2024 school year. This presentation will detail the multiple supports available for successful integration into new learning environments and cultures, and how schools can access these supports. Staff speak over 40 languages and provide broad-based resources and cultural awareness. This will be a ‘get to know about CBFY’ information session.
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Title
Aligning Mathematics Teaching with the Science of Learning
Session
2
Division
Div 1, Div 2, Div 3, Leadership
Room
301
Language(s) of Session
English
Description
Carla French
Learn how to maximize student understanding by applying evidence-based principles from the Science of Learning to mathematics teaching. This session covers structuring content during lessons and applying research-based principles of instruction, including micro-scaffolding to reduce cognitive load, Rosenshine’s principles for effective routines, and creating an inclusive classroom by bridging gaps in understanding. Gain new insights and strategies for immediate classroom application.
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Title
What is new with les leçons par phonème du CBE? Let's take a look at resources, assessment and Gr 4-8 intervention!
Session
2
Division
Div 1, Div 2, Div 3, Leadership
Room
Learning Commons
Language(s) of Session
English, French
Description
Heather White, Vanessa Zentner, Sandra Jacques, Lina Vallières
This session will dive deeper into the implementation of the CBE leçons par phonème. Join us to explore classroom resources supplementing the lessons, assessment tools for checking student learning, and a discussion on where to start with intermediate (grades 5-8) students needing extra reading support.
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Title
I think my amygdala took over
Session
2
Division
Div 1, Div 2, Div 3, Div 4, Leadership
Room
108
Language(s) of Session
English
Description
Shannah Ernest and Allison Hull
Understanding how the brain works can empower students. By recognizing which part of their brain is activated at different times, they can use strategies to shift to a learning-ready state. This year, King George School is implementing the MindUp program as part of our School Development Plan to build social-emotional skills and confidence in learning. The MindUp program teaches learners to regulate emotions, calm the nervous system, and practice kindness and gratitude. Join us to learn about our process, from planning to lessons, curriculum connections, key takeaways, timetabling, and progress.
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Title
Littératie et mathématiques - Transfert des apprentissages en lecture et la compréhension des informations
Session
2
Division
Div 3
Room
327
Language(s) of Session
French
Description
Hedieh Hosseini & Erika Scholz
This is a summary and sharing presentation based on an OLEP project. This project aims to facilitate students' transition to high school and address cumulative curricula in an authentic learning environment. For this project, Georges P. Vanier is partnering with William Aberhart to allow middle school students to learn from the language knowledge and experience of high school students through collaborative partnerships; these partnerships will also establish positive relationships that help ease middle school students’ transition to high school. This collaboration also allows teachers to work as a team to address academic needs that affect both high schoolers and middle schoolers (e.g., reading comprehension in immersion, specifically with math problem-solving).
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Title
Emergent Issues-A Space for Administrators to Work Through Problems of Practice
Session
Working
Division
Leadership
Room
Learning Commons
Language(s) of Session
English
Description
Leanne Vieweger, Christine Cheung
All Principals and Assistant Principals are welcome to attend this session to offer suggestions, guidance, or act as a sounding board for any problems of practice. This will be a space for administrators to discuss challenging issues and scenarios, leveraging each other's wisdom and experiences to improve practice. We plan to split into two discussion groups: one for Assistant Principals and the other for Principals.
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Title
OBA All Languages
Session
Working
Division
Div 4
Room
221
Language(s) of Session
English, French, Spanish
Description
Laurelle Edmiston, Stéphanie Lavallée, Fleur Larocque, Esther Molina
Building system coherence and confidence in high school assessment practice. Teachers will be collaborating in language-specific groups.
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Title
Writing IPPs in French Immersion
Session
Working
Division
Div 1, Div 2, Leadership
Room
301
Language(s) of Session
English
Description
Rayna Bergerman
Rayna will walk teachers through the process of writing IPPs based on the new IPP Companion Guide. Questions around what is needed, what are appropriate strategies and timelines will be answered.
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Title
Interdisciplinary Task Design
Session
Working
Division
Div 2
Room
306
Language(s) of Session
English
Description
Jeanne Liendo Micah Plomp
This session will provide educators with practical tools to design interdisciplinary tasks integrating content and language learning using the Neurolinguistic Approach (NLA). Whether new to NLA or enhancing implementation, this session helps plan tasks aligning with NLA principles while reinforcing subject knowledge and language acquisition. Participants will learn task design principles, strategies for the NLA loop, and examples connecting Spanish with other subjects. Collaborative planning time will be included, ensuring participants leave with a clear framework and practical strategies for task planning and implementation.
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Title
Singing the Science of Reading
Session
Working
Division
Div 1, Div 2, Div 3, Div 4
Room
304
Language(s) of Session
English
Description
Guillaume Laroche
In this working session, join fellow Music specialist teachers from Languages schools to learn about the Science of Reading and how targeted music education strategies can boost K-3 students' reading abilities. Learn the essentials of the Science of Reading, draw links between it and basic music education, and design lessons and resources that fuse literacy- and music-based ideas into one. Sing the praises of the Science of Reading!
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Title
Spanish Division 1 Reading Calibration
Session
Working
Division
Div 1
Room
305
Language(s) of Session
English, Spanish
Description
Using the CBE’s K-9 Calibration Protocol, Division I Spanish teachers will engage in professional dialogue and work to deepen their collective understanding of Spanish reading. Guided by the calibration protocol and a facilitator, teachers will assess student reading samples. To support this process, teachers should bring one or more Spanish student reading samples to share with the group.
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Title
Spanish Division 2 Reading Calibration
Session
Working
Division
Div 2
Room
309
Language(s) of Session
English, Spanish
Description
Using the CBE’s K-9 Calibration Protocol, Division II Spanish teachers will engage in professional dialogue and work to deepen their collective understanding of Spanish reading. Guided by the calibration protocol and a facilitator, teachers will assess student reading samples. To support this process, teachers should bring one or more Spanish student reading samples to share with the group.
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Title
Spanish Division 3 Reading Calibration
Session
Working
Division
Div 3
Room
331
Language(s) of Session
English, Spanish
Description
Using the CBE’s K-9 Calibration Protocol, Division III Spanish teachers will engage in professional dialogue and work to deepen their collective understanding of Spanish reading. Guided by the calibration protocol and a facilitator, teachers will assess student reading samples. To support this process, teachers should bring one or more Spanish student reading samples to share with the group.
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Title
FSL Building Connections
Session
Working
Division
Div 1, Div 2, Div 3, Div 4
Room
327
Language(s) of Session
English, French
Description
Cindy Chin
Join us for a hands-on working session where FSL teachers (K-12) will explore topics such as how AI can enhance instructional practice, the Neurolinguistic Approach (NLA), assessment, and task design, all in support of elevating student engagement. Discover winning strategies from CBE colleagues, share what works in your classroom, and see how AI can amplify best practices in language learning. Collaborate, refine your approach, and walk away with practical tools to empower both you and your students.
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Title
Task design with focus Indigenous Ways of Knowing
Session
Working
Division
Div 1, Div 2, Div 3, Div 4
Room
321
Language(s) of Session
English
Description
Lauren-Rose Stunell
It's show and share time! Teachers, get ready to bring your amazing work. This working session is an opportunity for educators to come together to share and discuss opportunities to embed Indigenous ways of knowing into your design tasks inside your language classroom.
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Title
Projet Petite Enfance - Kindergarten Resource Sharing
Session
Working
Division
Div 1
Room
330
Language(s) of Session
English, French
Description
Sara Mathieu
Intended specifically for Kindergarten language teachers to gather and share how we plan and which resources we find the most useful! We will be adding our most valuable tools to a shared Google Drive so you have something to take with you back to work the next day. We will also be exploring some resources offered by ACPI.
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Title
Fostering Collaboration: Mandarin Teacher Calibration and Resource Sharing
Session
Working
Division
Div 1, Div 2, Div 3, Div 4
Room
322
Language(s) of Session
English, Mandarin
Description
Hong Shen, Fan Hildisheim, Shu Wang, Junting Lu
Join us for a session designed for Mandarin teachers to collaborate, build connections, and share resources. Using the CBE’s K-9 Calibration Protocol, teachers will engage in professional dialogue to deepen their understanding of Mandarin writing. Led by a facilitator, teachers will assess student writing samples. To enhance this process, teachers are encouraged to bring Mandarin student writing samples to share. There will be time for collaboration with grade teams, connecting with colleagues, and exchanging insights on school and grade activities and resources. This will foster idea-sharing, strengthen collaboration, and create a supportive community for Mandarin teachers.
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Title
Task design for translanguaging and artificial intelligence
Session
Working
Division
Div 1, Div 2, Div 3, Div 4
Room
114
Language(s) of Session
English
Description
Alejandra Flesiher, Kristal Derbyshire, Sarah Soltesz, Courtney Keen, Kristen Sunohara
Using a case study, participants will be guided in designing a lesson plan that integrates Translanguaging strategies across content areas, with AI as a support tool. Translanguaging will be understood as the planned and systematic use of two languages within a lesson to enhance teaching and learning.
Please bring your laptops.
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Title
French Division 1
Session
Working
Division
Div 1, Leadership
Room
328
Language(s) of Session
English, French
Description
Using the CBE’s K-9 Calibration Protocol, Division I French teachers will engage in professional dialogue and work to deepen their collective understanding of French reading. Guided by the calibration protocol and a facilitator, teachers will assess student reading samples. To support this process, teachers should bring one or more French student reading samples to share with the group.
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Title
Late French Immersion Community of Practice
Session
Working
Division
Div 2, Leadership
Room
323
Language(s) of Session
English, French
Description
Sophia Aristou and Tracy Evans
Late French Immersion teachers have implemented the Late French Immersion Locally Developed Course this school year. Teachers will engage in professional conversation to review reading activities. The CBE's K-9 Calibration Protocol with guide teacher review of reading samples and/or reading texts used in their grade 7 & 8 classrooms. Teachers should bring these samples from social studies, math, science or French language arts classes for this collaborative work time.
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Title
French Division 3
Session
Working
Division
Div 3, Leadership
Room
326
Language(s) of Session
English, French
Description
Using the CBE’s K-9 Calibration Protocol, Division III French teachers will engage in professional dialogue and work to deepen their collective understanding of French reading. Guided by the calibration protocol and a facilitator, teachers will assess student reading samples. To support this process, teachers should bring one or more French student reading samples to share with the group.
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Title
Community, Context and Connections in the Classroom
Session
Working
Division
Div 1, Div 2
Room
318
Language(s) of Session
English
Description
Holly Gray
In this working session, teachers will consider the benefits of Place Based Education through rich task design. Some K-5 examples will be provided to engage students in language-rich community walks. Together, we will head outside for inspiration and then work in small groups to develop ideas to integrate into classroom practice.
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Title
Middle Years OLEP Round Table
Session
Working
Division
Div 2, Div 3
Room
108
Language(s) of Session
English, French
Description
Hedieh Hosseini
Join us in these bilingual presentations (French & English) as we discuss the exciting & impactful OLEP projects we have been engaged in this school year. Included in this round table conversation are 5 different French Immersion middle & junior high settings.
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Title
Residencies in language programs
Session
Working
Division
Div 1, Div 2, Div 3, Div 4, Leadership
Room
302
Language(s) of Session
English
Description
Sanghamitra Dhar McKenty and Melanie Tindale
This is a working session that will facilitate a conversation around residencies done in language schools.
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Title
Elementary Years OLEP Round Table
Session
Working
Division
Div 1, Div 2, Leadership
Room
303
Language(s) of Session
English
Description
Trevor Cassidy
Join us in these bilingual presentations (French & English) as we discuss the exciting & impactful OLEP projects we have been engaged in this school year.
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Title
German Program | Division 1-2 | Round Table
Session
Working
Division
Div 1, Div 2
Room
325
Language(s) of Session
English, German
Description
Using the CBE's K-9 Calibration Protocol, German teachers will engage in professional dialogue regarding student reading samples. To support this process, teachers should bring reading samples (recordings or texts) to calibrate as a group.
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Title
Grab n' Go Resources for the Multi/Split Level Classroom
Session
Working
Division
Div 3, Div 4
Room
106
Language(s) of Session
English
Description
Kristy Chan, Michelle Roussy, Claudia Babin, Nicole Loisier, Mason Young
Are you looking for a resource that you can use after the 1st year of your split-level FSL classes? Then, you've come to the right place. As split-level classrooms become more common and opportunities to bounce ideas with other high school FSL or language teachers are limited, we've created a flexible resource that almost anyone can use in this setting. Explore this resource for teachers of split-level classrooms and leave with more options every year!
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Title
French Division 2
Session
Working
Division
Div 2
Room
329
Language(s) of Session
English, French
Description
Using the CBE’s K-9 Calibration Protocol, Division II French teachers will engage in professional dialogue and work to deepen their collective understanding of French reading. Guided by the calibration protocol and a facilitator, teachers will assess student reading samples. To support this process, teachers should bring one or more French student reading samples to share with the group.
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Title
Working Group for Social Studies High School Teachers
Session
Working
Division
Div 3, Div 4
Room
319
Language(s) of Session
English, French
Description
Éric Vaillant
This working session will facilitate a conversation about Outcome-based Assessments' implementation and expectations in high school social studies and will provide an opportunity to discuss the transition between junior high and high school.
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Title
New and Student Teachers: Calgary Board of Education
Session
Working
Division
Div 1, Div 2, Div 3, Div 4, Leadership
Room
232
Language(s) of Session
English
Description
Teacher Staffing Team
New and Student Teachers: Coffee and Conversation | Join Us for Snacks & Conversation! The CBE Teacher Staffing Team wants to hear about your experience as a student teacher or new teacher. We invite you to join us for snacks in a relaxed, friendly setting where you can share what went well and what challenges you faced. We’re particularly interested in how we can better prepare you for your own classroom, and how we can ensure effective practicum experience in the future. Your feedback will help us improve the support we provide to future teachers. We’ll also be available to answer any questions you have. All new teachers and student teachers are welcome, regardless of where you’ve applied. We look forward to hearing from you!
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