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SUMMARY:REGISTRATION
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CATEGORIES:REGISTRATION
LOCATION:Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/e5a24719da921b67be193e4450616c3b
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DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T134500Z
DTEND:20261003T193000Z
SUMMARY:REFLECTION/FAITH SPACE
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CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Rundle\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
UID:ae6db082f193640ed2f4f96a6bc044fb
URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/ae6db082f193640ed2f4f96a6bc044fb
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DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T134500Z
DTEND:20261002T144500Z
SUMMARY:BREAKFAST
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CATEGORIES:MEALS & BREAKS
LOCATION:Plaza 1\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/877807641699bd5516d465ab2d962bda
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DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T144500Z
DTEND:20261002T150000Z
SUMMARY:CONFERENCE KICK OFF AND WELCOME
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CATEGORIES:PLENARY SESSIONS
LOCATION:Plaza 1\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
UID:67fdf49ec8c8cd6aa39b04d57197cad2
URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/67fdf49ec8c8cd6aa39b04d57197cad2
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DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T150500Z
DTEND:20261002T152000Z
SUMMARY:WELCOME FROM THE PRESIDENT
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CATEGORIES:PLENARY SESSIONS
LOCATION:Plaza 1\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
UID:c737f56401d0782a7d36ddc73f5d169e
URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/c737f56401d0782a7d36ddc73f5d169e
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DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T152000Z
DTEND:20261002T160000Z
SUMMARY:YOUR ASSOCIATION AND YOU: THINGS EVERY BEGINNING TEACHER SHOULD KNOW
DESCRIPTION:Please submit your questions at www.menti.com and use code 8870 1164.&nbsp\;If your question isn't answered during this session\, you can find the answer during the social question and answer time at 4 pm today or you can call 1-800-332-1280 and ask to speak to an ATA staff officer.\n\nPanelists:Professional Development – Nancy LuyckfasselTeacher Employment Services – Genevieve BlaisGovernment – Dr. Elissa Corsi
CATEGORIES:PLENARY SESSIONS
LOCATION:Plaza 1\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/3521280900f5219f010c5cbcd48f6f2e
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DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T160000Z
DTEND:20261002T161500Z
SUMMARY:BREAK
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CATEGORIES:MEALS & BREAKS
LOCATION:Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
UID:ac9e62f5beb93b108132261c3bbee270
URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/ac9e62f5beb93b108132261c3bbee270
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DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T161500Z
DTEND:20261002T173000Z
SUMMARY:Literacy/Numeracy Screening Assessments
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LOCATION:Whitehorn\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/d4de9db88544929534e8c42312b54522
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DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T161500Z
DTEND:20261002T173000Z
SUMMARY:Your First Year EdTech Toolbox (K-12)
DESCRIPTION:Starting your teaching career can feel overwhelming\, especially when trying to navigate the endless number of educational technology tools available today. This session is designed specifically for new teachers who want practical\, classroom-ready tools without spending hours learning complicated platforms. Participants will explore a curated collection of high-impact digital tools that support the core responsibilities of teaching\, including lesson planning\, classroom organization\, communication\, assessment\, feedback\, content creation\, and student engagement. Rather than focusing on technology for technology's sake\, this session emphasizes how digital tools can save time\, reduce workload\, and enhance learning experiences for students. Through demonstrations\, classroom examples\, and opportunities to explore tools firsthand\, attendees will discover how to build an efficient and sustainable digital workflow that works across grade levels and subject areas. Participants will leave with a collection of ready-to-use resources\, implementation ideas\, and practical strategies they can immediately apply in their own classrooms.
CATEGORIES:CTS/CTF; TECHNOLOGY IN THE CLASSROOM
LOCATION:Pineridge\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/6906dcc17fda0cc26797949eb76d62e8
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DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T161500Z
DTEND:20261002T173000Z
SUMMARY:Art Games for Mental Health in the Language Classroom (K-12)
DESCRIPTION:This workshop explores the integration of art-based games to support mental health while fostering language learning. Participants will discover creative\, interactive activities that reduce anxiety\, build resilience\, and enhance communication in the classroom. Drawing from principles of social-emotional learning\, trauma-informed practices\, and art therapy\, this session will equip educators with practical tools to create a safe and engaging environment for students
CATEGORIES:ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS; FINE ARTS; SECOND LANGUAGES
LOCATION:Plaza 3\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/e4ef1d2d86941bd761e782ac4388c26b
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DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T161500Z
DTEND:20261002T173000Z
SUMMARY:The Power of Connection in Early Learning Classrooms (K-3)
DESCRIPTION:Beginning teachers often enter the classroom focused on routines\, curriculum\, and classroom management strategies\, yet one of the most powerful influences on student success is frequently overlooked: relationship and connection. This session explores how meaningful relationships with students create the foundation for regulation\, engagement\, belonging\, and learning. Participants will reflect on the ways connection impacts behaviour\, emotional safety\, and readiness to learn\, while leaving with practical strategies to build trust\, foster co-regulation\, and create responsive classroom environments where all students can thrive.
CATEGORIES:ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS; INCLUSION
LOCATION:Plaza 5\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/9f8ebd428e8a60e6cc146ff1e1b15bfc
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DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T161500Z
DTEND:20261002T173000Z
SUMMARY:CURRICULUM/NEW LEARNALBERTA (FRENCH) (K–12)
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CATEGORIES:FRENCH
LOCATION:Temple\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/b45b8aa2c657e7cb3813027677c61525
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DTSTART:20261002T161500Z
DTEND:20261002T173000Z
SUMMARY:AI Tools to Amplify Your Professionalism and Save Time (K–12)
DESCRIPTION:Ready to revolutionize your teaching? Join our workshop on AI tools that go beyond traditional lesson planning. Explore how generative AI can create personalized content\, assessments\, and more. We’ll guide you through a process that balances efficiency with creativity\, ensuring you remain the architect of exceptional learning experiences. Plus\, let’s delve into professional considerations—because AI is not just about algorithms\; it’s about impact.
CATEGORIES:HOT TOPICS FOR PROFESSIONALS
LOCATION:Plaza 2\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/63e0ff90506514bf941b329b82ebd884
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DTSTART:20261002T161500Z
DTEND:20261002T173000Z
SUMMARY:How Teachers Get Paid (K–12)
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CATEGORIES:HOT TOPICS FOR PROFESSIONALS
LOCATION:Garden Court 1\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/09aaa7b9b1483a2dc66298ba83a871d1
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DTSTART:20261002T161500Z
DTEND:20261002T173000Z
SUMMARY:Making with Your ATA Library (K-12)
DESCRIPTION:In this hands-on session\, you’ll learn to use a button-maker\, transfer an image in heat-transfer vinyl to a bandana using a heat press\, and make paper flowers cut with a Silhouette machine. Want to borrow these machines from the library? We’ll cover that too! And we’ll tell you about some of the other awesome things your library has for you.
CATEGORIES:HOT TOPICS FOR PROFESSIONALS
LOCATION:Garden Court 2\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/e88603cdca316bec708df977cb6e9d01
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DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T161500Z
DTEND:20261002T173000Z
SUMMARY:PDSO Session
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:HOT TOPICS FOR PROFESSIONALS
LOCATION:Deerfoot\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
UID:85390eedde2a5861e82433fe28e1b8da
URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/85390eedde2a5861e82433fe28e1b8da
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DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T161500Z
DTEND:20261002T173000Z
SUMMARY:Being in Good Relations - An Introduction to Cultural Protocols (K–12)
DESCRIPTION:Join this introductory workshop to learn more about Cultural Protocols for engaging with Indigenous ways of knowing\, being and doing. Rather than a "prescriptive guide" or a "checklist of dos and don'ts"\, this conversation-based workshop is an opportunity to be introduced to foundational concepts for developing and strengthening relationships with Indigenous Peoples and Indigenous systems of knowledge.
CATEGORIES:INDIGENOUS EDUCATION
LOCATION:Horizons Ballroom\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/7ffad1608c8acd8a84e88bbfaba34015
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DTSTART:20261002T161500Z
DTEND:20261002T173000Z
SUMMARY:Building Confidence Through Numeracy Routines: Creating Safe and Engaging Math Classrooms (K-12)
DESCRIPTION:This interactive session explores how purposeful numeracy routines can build student confidence\, strengthen mathematical thinking\, and create positive classroom culture in Grades K–12. Participants will experience a variety of practical\, low-prep routines that encourage communication\, reasoning\, flexibility in thinking\, and student engagement while supporting diverse learners. The session will also examine the impact of math trauma and anxiety\, highlighting how predictable and low-risk instructional structures can help students rebuild confidence and develop a healthier mathematical identity. Educators will leave with ready-to-use routines\, implementation strategies\, and ideas for embedding meaningful numeracy conversations into everyday classroom practice.
CATEGORIES:MATHEMATICS; INCLUSION
LOCATION:Plaza 1\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/822ab0e51a48817d8efc8772ea2886c8
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DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T161500Z
DTEND:20261002T173000Z
SUMMARY:Less Prep\, More Purpose: Literacy-rich Strategies for Alberta's New Social Studies Curriculum (4-6)
DESCRIPTION:Beginning teachers gain confidence when they have a small set of reliable\, interleaved strategies that make the new Alberta social studies curriculum feel manageable instead of overwhelming. By embedding close reading\, annotation\, and vocabulary routines into everyday lessons\, teachers can help students tackle complex sources\, build disciplinary language\, and think more critically\, without dramatically increasing planning time. In this interactive session\, participants will experience and adapt practical\, low-prep literacy routines specifically tailored to Alberta's new social studies outcomes\, with a focus on sustainability and teacher well-being. Educators will leave with ready-to-use templates\, sample activities\, and planning moves they can implement immediately\, so they feel more confident\, better organized\, and less at risk of burnout as they launch their careers.
CATEGORIES:SOCIAL STUDIES; ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS
LOCATION:Plaza 4\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/bfe2e7314241eed2b59c1db88b540fe2
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DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T173000Z
DTEND:20261002T183000Z
SUMMARY:LUNCH
DESCRIPTION:
CATEGORIES:MEALS & BREAKS
LOCATION:Premier\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/2893bb88fc0c6ea697af994a0da52165
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DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T183000Z
DTEND:20261002T194500Z
SUMMARY:Digital Assessment Platform
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LOCATION:Whitehorn\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/c7f2909b8d16a1297fa1cdb0a464e704
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DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T183000Z
DTEND:20261002T194500Z
SUMMARY:Literacy/Numeracy Screening Assessments (FRENCH)
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CATEGORIES:FRENCH
LOCATION:Temple\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/aaac1d258791588294d09b2453e898a7
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DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T183000Z
DTEND:20261002T194500Z
SUMMARY:Executive Function—Essential Skills for Deep Learning and Emotional Regulation (K–12)
DESCRIPTION:Executive function skills are critical for success both within the school environment and in our lives outside of school. While we are born with the capacity for executive function\, these skills need to be modeled\, coached\, and practiced over the course of our lifetimes if we are to become self-regulated\, organized\, and collaborative learners. Join us as we explore fundamental knowledge\, skills and strategies that support students in developing their executive function. Through this workshop\, we will explore executive function skills and development\, opportunities to explicitly teach executive function skills\, and executive function strength training strategies.
CATEGORIES:HOT TOPICS FOR PROFESSIONALS
LOCATION:Pineridge\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/45d2a4a0ebf9d2d530b281a4c729412b
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DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T183000Z
DTEND:20261002T194500Z
SUMMARY:Teacher Safety Net—Your Entitlements\, Your Protection! (K-12)
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CATEGORIES:HOT TOPICS FOR PROFESSIONALS
LOCATION:Garden Court 1\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/b5186f74ab710ebb1e84885e51c8896c
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DTSTART:20261002T183000Z
DTEND:20261002T194500Z
SUMMARY:Less Overwhelm\, More Impact: High-Yield Universally Designed Strategies for Real Classrooms (K-12)
DESCRIPTION:A few weeks or months into your new teaching career\, are you wondering how you're going to get 'all the things' done and still deliver quality teaching and learning to your students? Does it seem like everyone expects you to meet the needs of EVERY student in your classroom EVERY day\, i.e. to do the seemingly impossible? Then this is the session for you. In this session you'll learn about high-impact universal supports that reduce planning\, teaching\, assessment\, and reporting strain\; support inclusive classrooms\; and provide deep learning opportunities for students across K–12 settings. Come and rid your 'backpack' of almost everything but the most high yield/lower prep teaching tools and protocols\, in order to become the most nimble (and better rested!) teacher you can be!
CATEGORIES:INCLUSION; TEACHER WELLNESS; TECHNOLOGY IN THE CLASSROOM
LOCATION:Plaza 5\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/76f9ca09ee63894e85c14dadcaebd6b1
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DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T183000Z
DTEND:20261002T194500Z
SUMMARY:Culturally Responsive Teaching—Fostering Inclusive Classrooms (K–12)
DESCRIPTION:This workshop explores approaches for examining beliefs\, attitudes\, policies\, structures and practices to enable schools to effectively work cross-culturally. Participants will begin to learn how to develop a greater capacity to engage in cultural self-assessment and become more conscious of the dynamics of intercultural interactions.
CATEGORIES:INCLUSIVE EDUCATION
LOCATION:Garden Court 2\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/650b7d2ff3633facaf428cf316324ca9
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DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T183000Z
DTEND:20261002T194500Z
SUMMARY:Engaging in Numeracy and Connections through First Nations\, Métis\, and Inuit Traditional Games (K-12)
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that First Nations\, Métis\, and Inuit traditional games are great ways to make connections to numeracy? Traditional games can provide entry points to deeper understanding of Indigenous ways of knowing and further connections to the land. Get ready to learn about resources for First Nations\, Métis\, and Inuit traditional games and how to create authentic learning experiences.
CATEGORIES:INDIGENOUS EDUCATION
LOCATION:Horizons Ballroom\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/2538b5d576c1557ec62368981f2af737
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DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T183000Z
DTEND:20261002T194500Z
SUMMARY:Mathematics: All Are Welcome! All Belong! (K-12)
DESCRIPTION:Did you get the delightful task to teach mathematics to students? &nbsp\;Does the word "fractions" frighten you? &nbsp\;Are you worried that you might struggle with teaching mathematics and meeting the diverse needs of your students? &nbsp\;This session is for you!!! Whether you are teaching Grade 1 counting or Grade 12 calculus\, come and learn some high leverage strategies that will allow all your young mathematicians to flourish! We will work on some intriguing and enjoyable problems\, share some ways to reach the edges of your classroom and end with the power of visualization in math class.\n\nBe ready to see math come alive and experience a truly joyful math class.
CATEGORIES:MATHEMATICS
LOCATION:Plaza 3\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/96ce99d7cbb0ae0093d7deb19bdb14f6
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DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T183000Z
DTEND:20261002T194500Z
SUMMARY:Teaching Computer Science and Computational Thinking in Any Classroom (4-9)
DESCRIPTION:Computer science and computational thinking are becoming increasingly important components of K–12 education\, yet many teachers are unsure where to begin. This hands-on session introduces educators to a collection of accessible\, classroom-ready tools that can be used to teach coding\, problem solving\, creativity\, and computational thinking across subject areas. Participants will explore free resources from Code.org\, visual programming through Scratch\, and constructionist learning approaches using LEGO Robotics. The session will highlight practical classroom examples\, curriculum connections\, and strategies for implementation with students of varying experience levels. Attendees will leave with lesson ideas\, resource links\, and a clear pathway for introducing computer science concepts into their own teaching practice.
CATEGORIES:SCIENCE\, TECHNOLOGY IN THE CLASSROOM
LOCATION:Deerfoot\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
UID:c613b7a6ad4f09385e624a954fe3ff9e
URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/c613b7a6ad4f09385e624a954fe3ff9e
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DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T183000Z
DTEND:20261002T194500Z
SUMMARY:The Power of the Science Journal: Reflection\, Practice\, and Deeper Learning (7-12)
DESCRIPTION:In this session\, teachers will explore the structure\, purpose\, and practical use of science journals in the secondary science classroom. Designed to support Assessment for Learning practices and meaningful FNMI connections\, these journals serve as both a guided home study resource and a portfolio of student learning that can be shared with parents and guardians during conferences. Session participants will view student exemplars and leave with practical tools to begin developing science journals for their own classrooms. Teachers will receive ready-to-use templates\, handouts\, strategies\, and ideas that can be implemented immediately in diverse learning environments. While Science 9 and 10 examples will be featured\, the resources and approaches shared can be adapted across a variety of secondary subject areas. If you value student organization\, accountability\, pride in learning\, and strong study habits\, this session is for you!
CATEGORIES:SCIENCE; INDIGENOUS EDUCATION; MATHEMATICS
LOCATION:Plaza 4\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/46b70899300bc53b9005794207851a1f
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DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T183000Z
DTEND:20261002T194500Z
SUMMARY:Navigating the New K–6 Social Studies Curriculum
DESCRIPTION:Feeling overwhelmed by the new K–6 Social Studies curriculum? Together\, we will unpack the curriculum\, explore the foundations of quality social studies learning developed by the ATA Social Studies Council\, and examine practical frameworks that can guide planning and instruction. Participants will leave with access to curated book lists\, teacher created resources (no need to purchase worksheet bundles!)\, project ideas and assessment experiences\, and connections to organizations\, field trips\, and educational learning partners that can bring social studies to life in the classroom. Whether you are searching for engaging cross-curricular inquiry opportunities\, rich assessment ideas\, or simply wondering where to begin\, this session will help you navigate the curriculum with greater confidence.
CATEGORIES:SOCIAL STUDIES; ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS; INDIGENOUS EDUCATION
LOCATION:Plaza 1\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
UID:5efcd6c50da2f645f256305493355f6a
URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/5efcd6c50da2f645f256305493355f6a
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DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T183000Z
DTEND:20261002T194500Z
SUMMARY:AI Tools to Make Teacher Life Easier (K-12)
DESCRIPTION:Keeping up with the latest AI tools can feel like a full-time job and the tools change quickly\, but our purpose in using them as teachers hasn't changed. Are you wondering which one is worth using\, which ones we should be using\, and which ones are really just wrappers that don't offer much value? This session has you covered! Join Darren as he walks through all the best AI tools currently available for teachers and how you can use them! Increase your awesome and learn how AI infused tools can make your work easier\, more effective\, more engaging\, and less stressful.
CATEGORIES:TECHNOLOGY IN THE CLASSROOM
LOCATION:Plaza 2\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/281e6a754e0b688479012b7e4dfb22eb
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DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T194500Z
DTEND:20261002T200000Z
SUMMARY:BREAK
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:MEALS & BREAKS
LOCATION:Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
UID:523fa4398c211260ec078ca889032465
URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/523fa4398c211260ec078ca889032465
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DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T200000Z
DTEND:20261002T211500Z
SUMMARY:Curriculum/New LearnAlberta
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Whitehorn\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/470f18791a4abc062d9dcb5a6386d425
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DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T200000Z
DTEND:20261002T211500Z
SUMMARY:Exploring the "Essential 6" in a Mathematics Lesson (K-6)
DESCRIPTION:What are the key elements of any mathematics lesson? Join us as we explore the "Essential 6"—a framework designed to support effective mathematics lesson planning. This interactive session will model key mathematical concepts\, incorporate open-ended questioning techniques\, and demonstrate cooperative learning strategies. We will also work with math manipulatives\, engaging math games\, and valuable numeracy resources to enhance student learning. Participants will receive a comprehensive handout outlining essential considerations and resources for mathematics teaching. Get ready to elevate your teaching and inspire mathematical thinking in your classroom!
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Plaza 5\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
UID:d88e496b9a268d96794245f8ddb44daf
URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/d88e496b9a268d96794245f8ddb44daf
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T200000Z
DTEND:20261002T211500Z
SUMMARY:PDSO Session
DESCRIPTION:
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Garden Court 2\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
UID:b7ef52a558171d56f4de926264d6a6b4
URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/b7ef52a558171d56f4de926264d6a6b4
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T200000Z
DTEND:20261002T211500Z
SUMMARY:Accessibility Tools to Help Differentiate for All Students (K-9)
DESCRIPTION:Assistive tools for students have never been better and they get more exciting all the time! There are several tools that ALL students can use on Chromebooks to help them become better readers\, writers\, and learners in general. There are also so many ways that teachers can create and use resources that can reach every student. This session will help you address the diverse needs you will encounter in your classroom. We will look at the built-in accessibility features of Chromebooks\, tools in Google Classroom to help with reading some features of Read&Write\, how to adapt texts\, assessments\, and activities and \,most importantly\, how to engage every student in multiple ways including English Language Learners.
CATEGORIES:ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS; ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS; INCLUSION; TECHNOLOGY IN THE CLASSROOM
LOCATION:Plaza 2\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
UID:1f2ab1ce0f7668020323ec0b97954cab
URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/1f2ab1ce0f7668020323ec0b97954cab
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T200000Z
DTEND:20261002T211500Z
SUMMARY:Rhythmic Fun: Engaging Elementary Music Students with Hand Clapping Games (K-6)
DESCRIPTION:Elementary music teachers\, dive into the rhythm of hand clapping games in this interactive session. Explore how to weave these fun activities into your lessons\, drawing from playground traditions and youth culture. Get ready to clap\, stomp\, and bring the playground spirit to your music room!
CATEGORIES:FINE ARTS
LOCATION:Plaza 1\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
UID:0bfdbbf1c7b4fcccb35e5e7dbbe25082
URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/0bfdbbf1c7b4fcccb35e5e7dbbe25082
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T200000Z
DTEND:20261002T211500Z
SUMMARY:Les techniques d'impact en classe: de la théorie à la pratique. (K-9)
DESCRIPTION:Les techniques d'impact sont des interventions pédagogiques brèves qui utilisent des objets\, des images\, des mouvements ou des métaphores pour rendre un concept abstrait concret et mémorable. Plutôt que de miser uniquement sur le langage verbal\, elles sollicitent les sens et les émotions de l'élève pour créer un "choc" visuel ou cognitif. On peut l'utiliser pour la gestion de classe\, dans l'ancrage des connaissances\, dans la gestion socio-émotionnelle et bien plus encore.
CATEGORIES:FRENCH\, SECOND LANGUAGES; INCLUSION
LOCATION:Temple\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
UID:2389f37c37a0c546034a700c9fa17295
URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/2389f37c37a0c546034a700c9fa17295
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T200000Z
DTEND:20261002T211500Z
SUMMARY:Teacher Discipline in Alberta (K-12)
DESCRIPTION:
CATEGORIES:HOT TOPICS FOR PROFESSIONALS
LOCATION:Garden Court 1\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
UID:f5ed25f913f7b6dcd854cf6f99c4677f
URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/f5ed25f913f7b6dcd854cf6f99c4677f
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T200000Z
DTEND:20261002T211500Z
SUMMARY:Success in the Middle Years (4-9)
DESCRIPTION:Middle school teachers are unique in their ability to connect with students during a crucial period of growth. In this session\, we'll draw on the Guide to Middle Years Education in Alberta to better understand the needs of young adolescents and how to respond to them in meaningful ways. You'll walk away with practical\, ready-to-use strategies to strengthen relationships\, make learning meanignful\, and create a classroom environment where students thrive and teachers survive.
CATEGORIES:INCLUSION; TEACHER WELLNESS
LOCATION:Plaza 4\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
UID:18d140248ecdec8b57d08891aeb95495
URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/18d140248ecdec8b57d08891aeb95495
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T200000Z
DTEND:20261002T211500Z
SUMMARY:Our Shared History\, Our Shared Future—A Brief Introduction to Treaties (K-12)
DESCRIPTION:This introductory workshop will explore historical and contemporary information and resources relating to numbered treaties within present-day Alberta. Educators will build their understanding of the acknowledgement of land and people\, as well as our shared responsibilities to the land and each other. Participants will engage in dialogue and reflect on their professional learning in order to build capacity in treaty education.
CATEGORIES:INDIGENOUS EDUCATION
LOCATION:Deerfoot\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
UID:bbc6f0ee7e83517b8c184f4ce06e8680
URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/bbc6f0ee7e83517b8c184f4ce06e8680
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T200000Z
DTEND:20261002T211500Z
SUMMARY:Student Led Learning with 5 Minute Field Trips—How to make time for fun and games in any classroom! (K–12)
DESCRIPTION:Who doesn’t enjoy playing games and running activities with their classes? As teachers and instructors\, these games and activities can not only be the highlight of a student’s day in school but serve meaningful and powerful purposes behind the scenes. Team building activities help create positive group norms\, foster a sense of community and inclusive social climates\, and get work done in fun\, cooperative ways. Without even knowing\, when classes take part in these activities\, they are teaching risk management\, basic skill development\, impart knowledge and allow for a meaningful wellness break. Skilled instructors will know that these skills are often accomplished all at the same time\, without the participants (students) even knowing that they are learning it! We will go through a variety of games\, activities and resources to get your students outdoors\, active and leading the way! Why wait for a PE class that might only be a few days a week!
CATEGORIES:PHYSICAL EDUCATION\,OUTDOOR EDUCATION
LOCATION:Horizons Ballroom\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
UID:58d1a8b30f724b2ebbe384fc8bb39b48
URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/58d1a8b30f724b2ebbe384fc8bb39b48
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T200000Z
DTEND:20261002T211500Z
SUMMARY:Bringing Science Fiction into Science Classes (4-12)
DESCRIPTION:Sometimes engagement in science classes can be something that we struggle to get across all of our students in a science classroom. So how can science fiction (and superheroes\, who are arguably a subset within science fiction) brought into your class help out? In this session\, Nate Siler\, who has taught science at the middle school\, high school\, and post-secondary levels will look at many various ways that a wide array of science fiction (and superheroes) can be brought into your science classrooms to re-engage those students whose interest sometimes seems to be lost.
CATEGORIES:SCIENCE
LOCATION:Plaza 3\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
UID:80508c2a898f50c3e5b22e168122f45d
URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/80508c2a898f50c3e5b22e168122f45d
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T200000Z
DTEND:20261002T211500Z
SUMMARY:Bringing the K-6 Computer Science Curriculum to Life
DESCRIPTION:Computer Science is now embedded throughout Alberta's K–6 Science curriculum\, but many teachers are unsure where to begin. This session is designed specifically for new teachers who want practical\, low-prep ways to bring computer science and computational thinking into their classrooms. Participants will explore what computer science looks like across the elementary grades and discover classroom-ready activities that require little to no prior experience. Through demonstrations\, lesson ideas\, and examples from real classrooms\, attendees will learn how concepts such as algorithms\, coding\, debugging\, pattern recognition\, and computational thinking can be taught through both unplugged and digital activities. The session will highlight accessible tools and resources such as Scratch\, MakeCode\, micro:bit\, Minecraft Education\, robotics\, and unplugged learning experiences while emphasizing practical implementation strategies that fit within a busy teacher's schedule. Participants will leave with a collection of ready-to-use activities\, resources\, and increased confidence to begin integrating computer science learning into their classrooms immediately.
CATEGORIES:SCIENCE; TECHNOLOGY IN THE CLASSROOM
LOCATION:Pineridge\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
UID:17aefff8fbd941a11ba129ff4565b485
URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/17aefff8fbd941a11ba129ff4565b485
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T211500Z
DTEND:20261002T213000Z
SUMMARY:BREAK
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:MEALS & BREAKS
LOCATION:Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
UID:5f2518edc124e8963d5981fb52a00c76
URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/5f2518edc124e8963d5981fb52a00c76
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T213000Z
DTEND:20261002T221500Z
SUMMARY:Calgary Public—Your Representatives and You (Mandatory)
DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to have you join us for this session where you’ll have the opportunity to meet and engage directly with your representatives. This is your moment to connect\, ask questions and share insights.\n\n\nAttendance and sign-in for Grant-In-Aid (GIA) to your local.
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Plaza 1\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
UID:e7cc9ff79c99fc4c187752e1f09068ae
URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/e7cc9ff79c99fc4c187752e1f09068ae
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T213000Z
DTEND:20261002T221500Z
SUMMARY:Calgary Separate—Your Representatives and You (Mandatory)
DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to have you join us for this session where you’ll have the opportunity to meet and engage directly with your representatives. This is your moment to connect\, ask questions and share insights.\n\nAttendance and sign-in for Grant-In-Aid (GIA) to your local.
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Plaza 3\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
UID:8dd8e01bc8b035d2a6c8d1a68296aec4
URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/8dd8e01bc8b035d2a6c8d1a68296aec4
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T213000Z
DTEND:20261002T221500Z
SUMMARY:Central and Central South—Your Representatives and You (Mandatory)
DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to have you join us for this session where you’ll have the opportunity to meet and engage directly with your representatives. This is your moment to connect\, ask questions and share insights.\n\nAttendance and sign-in for Grant-In-Aid (GIA) to your local.\n\n\n
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Garden Court 1\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
UID:07584e4df13780b89223ac3febde6153
URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/07584e4df13780b89223ac3febde6153
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T213000Z
DTEND:20261002T221500Z
SUMMARY:South Central Rockies—Your Representatives and You (Mandatory)
DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to have you join us for this session where you’ll have the opportunity to meet and engage directly with your representatives. This is your moment to connect\, ask questions and share insights.\n\nAttendance and sign-in for Grant-In-Aid (GIA) to your local.
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Plaza 4\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
UID:80fb300efb215e08b8b2e7ad4409ed28
URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/80fb300efb215e08b8b2e7ad4409ed28
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T213000Z
DTEND:20261002T221500Z
SUMMARY:South East—Your Representatives and You (Mandatory)
DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to have you join us for this session where you’ll have the opportunity to meet and engage directly with your representatives. This is your moment to connect\, ask questions and share insights.\n\nAttendance and sign-in for Grant-In-Aid (GIA) to your local.
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Garden Court 2\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
UID:88fd3507de2a13274797cee12cae2980
URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/88fd3507de2a13274797cee12cae2980
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T213000Z
DTEND:20261002T221500Z
SUMMARY:South West—Your Representatives and You (Mandatory)
DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to have you join us for this session where you’ll have the opportunity to meet and engage directly with your representatives. This is your moment to connect\, ask questions and share insights.\n\nAttendance and sign-in for Grant-In-Aid (GIA) to your local.
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Plaza 5\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
UID:39b85f66fe0c2e3249a7f5f6134a502a
URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/39b85f66fe0c2e3249a7f5f6134a502a
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261002T220000Z
DTEND:20261002T230000Z
SUMMARY:SOCIAL
DESCRIPTION:Social\, Just-In-Time Talks and Draw Prize\n\nJust-in-Time Sessions include:\nBeginning Teachers Network\nTeacher Qualification Service\nCollective Bargaining and Contracts\n
CATEGORIES:Q & A
LOCATION:Premier\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
UID:57d9e624103b58f69b96ff45a0adc2b0
URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/57d9e624103b58f69b96ff45a0adc2b0
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261003T140000Z
DTEND:20261003T150000Z
SUMMARY:NETWORKING BREAKFAST/DISPLAYS
DESCRIPTION:
CATEGORIES:MEALS & BREAKS
LOCATION:Premier\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
UID:4b912ebc67078d68aff1d605ef8b9c83
URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/4b912ebc67078d68aff1d605ef8b9c83
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261003T150000Z
DTEND:20261003T161500Z
SUMMARY:PDSO Session
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Plaza 4\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
UID:394f74bf89d919194d8dac9a6a44d5ad
URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/394f74bf89d919194d8dac9a6a44d5ad
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261003T150000Z
DTEND:20261003T161500Z
SUMMARY:Effortless Assessment: Digital Rubrics for Creative Classrooms (7-12)
DESCRIPTION:Streamline assessment and enhance feedback in your classes. In this interactive session\, you'll learn to design your own digital rubric in Google Classroom using your program of studies outcomes. These rubrics can then be used live during student performances and presentations saving time and paper while increasing marking efficiency. Most importantly\, they offer students and parents transparent\, real-time insight into their achievement. Designed for junior high and high school Fine Arts and CTS teachers—but welcoming to educators from all subject areas—this session will help you bring clarity\, consistency\, and confidence to your assessment practice.
CATEGORIES:CTS/CTF; FINE ARTS; HEATH AND/OR PHYSICAL EDUCATION; RELIGION; TECHNOLOGY IN THE CLASSROOM
LOCATION:Garden Court 2\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
UID:f12b8a182a63ea36b90d722a8a89d701
URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/f12b8a182a63ea36b90d722a8a89d701
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261003T150000Z
DTEND:20261003T161500Z
SUMMARY:Hands-On Learning - PBL Gold Standard (4-12)
DESCRIPTION:The Career and Technology Education Council will share successful and engaging proven tricks and tips to make your CTF/CTS Class effective\, efficient and engaging for your students. Experienced CTF/CTS teachers will share integrated curricular projects\, classroom procedures\, project examples and assessment strategies that will streamline your workday and provide challenging and customized lessons for your students.
CATEGORIES:CTS/CTF; SCIENCE; SOCIAL STUDIES
LOCATION:Whitehorn\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
UID:543a8b520d32299436156a93dab218a8
URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/543a8b520d32299436156a93dab218a8
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261003T150000Z
DTEND:20261003T161500Z
SUMMARY:Practical Foundations for a Successful Primary Classroom (K-3)
DESCRIPTION:This session focuses on building classroom community through meaningful literacy experiences and social-emotional learning\, fostering a strong sense of belonging. The session explores classroom routines\, songs\, and rhymes\, along with mentor texts and activities that support reflection\, relationship-building\, and the development of writers. Attendees will also create their own plasticine art project inspired by Canadian author and illustrator Barbara Reid\, gaining hands-on experience and techniques to bring back to their classrooms. Participants will leave with practical ideas to support student growth and create an inclusive\, connected learning environment in primary classrooms.
CATEGORIES:ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS; FINE ARTS; HEATH AND/OR PHYSICAL EDUCATION
LOCATION:Garden Court 1\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
UID:fb1a0a0e85b452c0c294355beba8bf7a
URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/fb1a0a0e85b452c0c294355beba8bf7a
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261003T150000Z
DTEND:20261003T161500Z
SUMMARY:Creating a Co-Regulating Classroom
DESCRIPTION:Teachers understand the challenge of supporting students through big emotions. This session acknowledges that journey and offers a path forward rooted in the latest neuroscience. Inspired by the work of Stuart Shanker\, Dr. Bruce Perry\, Lori Desautels\, and more\, you'll learn how to proactively create a classroom environment that fosters co-regulation and resilience for all. Expect practical\, hands-on strategies for physical space adjustments\, routine enhancements\, and responsive practices. This isn't just theory\; it's about equipping you with tangible tools to transform your classroom into a haven of calm\, connection\,
CATEGORIES:ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS; HEATH AND/OR PHYSICAL EDUCATION; INCLUSION
LOCATION:Pineridge\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
UID:a22ee79e5de64edcb952276285cbf515
URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/a22ee79e5de64edcb952276285cbf515
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261003T150000Z
DTEND:20261003T161500Z
SUMMARY:Surviving Your First Five Years as a Music Teacher (K-12)
DESCRIPTION:The first years of teaching music can feel exciting\, overwhelming\, exhausting\, and inspiring all at once. This practical and encouraging session focuses on realistic strategies for classroom management\, concert preparation\, assessment\, organization\, and teacher wellness.
CATEGORIES:FINE ARTS; TEACHER WELLNESS
LOCATION:Plaza 1\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
UID:7ccb5bcb673589dce97484fdc9b82e62
URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/7ccb5bcb673589dce97484fdc9b82e62
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261003T150000Z
DTEND:20261003T161500Z
SUMMARY:Création de BD numérique: Séquence d'enseignement clé en main pour travailler les inférences et l'implicite (4-9)
DESCRIPTION:L'enseignement de l'implicite et des inférences\, souvent difficile pour les élèves\, peut se faire par le biais d'un projet créatif : la création de bandes dessinées numériques! Cette présentation a pour but de vous partager une séquence d'enseignement clé en main qui articule l'écriture scolaire\, le développement de stratégies de lecture et la collaboration. Les enseignants d'immersion et francophones sont les bienvenus. (Principalement applicable pour les enseignants de la 5e à la 9e année\, mais je vous proposerai des variations pour adapter le projet pour les plus jeunes (2-4e année).)
CATEGORIES:FRENCH\, LANGUAGE ARTS
LOCATION:Temple\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
UID:14fb9b6052cdf08936358356048b495c
URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/14fb9b6052cdf08936358356048b495c
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261003T150000Z
DTEND:20261003T161500Z
SUMMARY:Building Resilience Through Relationships - Tales from a School Counsellor (K-12)
DESCRIPTION:After 18 years of school counselling\, I've learned a few things along the way. Building relationships and connections with students\, families and staff will help build resilience too. Sometimes we need a reminder of how important fostering relationships really is in the educational setting.
CATEGORIES:HEATH AND/OR PHYSICAL EDUCATION INCLUSION TEACHER WELLNESS
LOCATION:Plaza 5\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
UID:22ece73cd2a8537f829d25e057176f66
URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/22ece73cd2a8537f829d25e057176f66
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261003T150000Z
DTEND:20261003T161500Z
SUMMARY:PDSO Session
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:HOT TOPICS FOR PROFESSIONALS
LOCATION:Plaza 2\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
UID:c92cdc043fd8c97389b9729a72f0c452
URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/c92cdc043fd8c97389b9729a72f0c452
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261003T150000Z
DTEND:20261003T174500Z
SUMMARY:Walking Together: Collaboration\, Reconciliation\, and Lived Experiences in the Alberta Classroom (K-12)
DESCRIPTION:How can foundational shifts toward reconciliation authentically take root in our daily teaching practice? Join educators Omarla Cooke and Mya Penney for an inspiring\, deeply personal session that explores the transformative power of collaboration\, mentorship\, and genuine friendship. Designed specifically for beginning teachers\, this session moves beyond theory and policy. Through the art of storytelling and the sharing of their own lived experiences\, Omarla and Mya model how diverse cultural backgrounds can weave together to enrich school leadership and classroom community. Participants will engage in holistic learning by exploring traditional Indigenous medicines and cross-cultural literature. The session concludes with a hands-on\, experiential grounding activity: crafting a traditional medicine bag to serve as a meaningful\, tangible guide for your future teaching practice.
CATEGORIES:INDIGENOUS EDUCATION\, SCIENCE\, SOCIAL STUDIES
LOCATION:Deerfoot\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
UID:f4241b08ba93473e5e0e2ca80cb46fa0
URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/f4241b08ba93473e5e0e2ca80cb46fa0
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261003T150000Z
DTEND:20261003T161500Z
SUMMARY:Supporting Struggling Mathematics Students with Evidence Based Pedagogy (1-8)
DESCRIPTION:Mathematics achievement has quality of life implications for students who struggle with mathematics and/or have a diagnosed mathematics learning disability. As grade 1-8 educators\, we must fully understand the barriers these students must overcome in learning mathematics and the effective practices that can be enacted to better support them. In this session\, we off the results of our research on evidence-based intervention strategies that support students who struggles with mathematics. We will discuss the role of explicit instruction related to number sense along with automaticity and fluency. In addition\, we will discuss how strategies such as manipulatives\, visual representations and schema-based instruction are supporting elements within explicit instruction.
CATEGORIES:MATHEMATICS; INCLUSION
LOCATION:Plaza 3\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
UID:08cc909166d6d464a1cd8d6d58001486
URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/08cc909166d6d464a1cd8d6d58001486
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261003T150000Z
DTEND:20261003T161500Z
SUMMARY:Care and Connect—Social and Emotional Learning 
DESCRIPTION:Now\, more than ever\, there is a need to look at practices and systems that nurture the social and emotional health of all members of the school community. This workshop was developed to enhance the social-emotional skills of adults within a school environment so that they can more effectively model and teach SEL to their students. This interactive workshop can be facilitated over a series of sessions in which participants will learn and apply practical\, powerful strategies to enhance social and emotional competence within themselves and their students.
CATEGORIES:TEACHER WELLNESS
LOCATION:Horizons Ballroom\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
UID:43ce6e44d54da57edf67c1b0feb68ea8
URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/43ce6e44d54da57edf67c1b0feb68ea8
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261003T161500Z
DTEND:20261003T163000Z
SUMMARY:BREAK
DESCRIPTION:
CATEGORIES:MEALS & BREAKS
LOCATION:TBA\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
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SUMMARY:Gamifying Math: Increasing Student Engagement Through Games and Interactive Strategies (K-9)
DESCRIPTION:This session is designed for math teachers across elementary and middle school grade levels who are looking for practical ways to increase student engagement in mathematics. Participants will explore a variety of game-based learning strategies\, interactive activities\, and classroom techniques that make math meaningful\, collaborative\, and enjoyable for students. The session will include adaptable examples for different grade levels and abilities\, along with ideas for promoting critical thinking\, participation\, and confidence in math. Attendees will leave with games and ideas they can use and immediately implement in their own classrooms.
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LOCATION:Pineridge\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/ab098b5b04f627d19480e3f4f5c7ea3a
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DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261003T163000Z
DTEND:20261003T174500Z
SUMMARY:Improving Teaching and Learning through Professional Growth Plans (K-12)
DESCRIPTION:This session will provide teachers with an opportunity to reflect on their understanding of provincial legislation\, policy and other requirements related to teacher professional growth\, promote awareness of the effective components of a professional growth plan\, and share materials and tools that can be accessed to assist in the development of those plans. The session will also address the implications for teacher evaluation and permanent certification.
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LOCATION:Plaza 2\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/8104a42be74a3344958a8924ee5d38c7
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DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261003T163000Z
DTEND:20261003T174500Z
SUMMARY:Start Small\, Think Big: Build a Fibre Arts Program That Works (4-12)
DESCRIPTION:Looking to launch a fibre arts program but not sure where to start—or how to afford it? This hands-on session is designed specifically for teachers who want practical\, classroom-ready ideas they can use right away. Using simple\, low-cost materials like donated fabrics\, felt\, and socks\, you'll learn how to guide students in creating eye-catching\, meaningful textile projects—without stretching your budget. We'll focus on approachable hand-stitching techniques that build student confidence and creativity\, making fibre arts accessible for beginners at any grade level. Leave with ready-to-use project ideas\, skill-building strategies\, and the confidence to start your fibre arts program as soon as Monday.
CATEGORIES:CTS/CTF; FINE ARTS; TEACHER WELLNESS
LOCATION:Horizons Ballroom\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/0dc999f622c1eb67cb0aa96f3580daca
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DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261003T163000Z
DTEND:20261003T174500Z
SUMMARY:Intentional Read Alouds: Mentor Texts for K–5
DESCRIPTION:Discover mentor texts that earn a permanent place on your classroom shelf. This session will highlight diverse K–5 picture books that support reading\, writing\, inquiry\, and inclusive classroom conversations. Teachers will leave with practical ideas\, ready-to-use applications\, and a growing list of books they can bring directly into their classrooms.
CATEGORIES:ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS; INCLUSION
LOCATION:Plaza 1\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/f8b70394f1c8b268caacbeb468400168
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DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261003T163000Z
DTEND:20261003T174500Z
SUMMARY:Vocabulary Development Across Disciplines (K-12)
DESCRIPTION:Vocabulary is the single most important aspect of learning a new language! This session introduces teachers at all grade levels to the basic theory of vocabulary teaching and learning\, provides a deeper explanation of the theory of vocabulary acquisition\, and explores the difference between Basic Interactive Social language (BICS) and Cognitive Academic Language Development (CALP). The presentation culminates with an overview of effective strategies for helping English language learners effectively improve their English vocabulary.
CATEGORIES:ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS; INCLUSION; SECOND LANGUAGES
LOCATION:Plaza 3\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/e2027016549aab1786e121c219acd76e
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DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261003T163000Z
DTEND:20261003T174500Z
SUMMARY:UDL Meets EAL—Empowerment for All Learners (K-12)
DESCRIPTION:Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a powerful framework that can significantly enhance educational outcomes for all students\, including students who are English as an Additional Language (EAL) learners. This workshop aims to empower educators with practical strategies to create inclusive and effective learning environments where all students\, including those with diverse linguistic backgrounds\, can thrive.
CATEGORIES:ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING
LOCATION:Garden Court 2\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/8a89cb7a35f36e8f0f8a2d2342adf3c4
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DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261003T163000Z
DTEND:20261003T174500Z
SUMMARY:Communiquer oralement: la clé du succès pour nos apprenants de français (K-6)
DESCRIPTION:Lors de cette séance\, nous aborderons l'importance de la composante orale dans un programme de langue française\, ainsi que les défis auxquels sont confrontés les enseignants en salle de classe. Nous explorerons des approches pédagogiques en langue additionnelle\, en mettant particulièrement l'accent sur l'approche neurolinguistique. La majeure partie de la présentation sera consacrée à la présentation de ressources destinées à favoriser la production orale des élèves en immersion.
CATEGORIES:FRENCH
LOCATION:Temple\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/ea06298c0b6a021aa3828482cd2433a0
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DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261003T163000Z
DTEND:20261003T174500Z
SUMMARY:Introduction to Communications and Public Relations at the ATA (K-12)
DESCRIPTION:
CATEGORIES:HOT TOPICS FOR PROFESSIONALS
LOCATION:Garden Court 1\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/07a58098c4a5ee59287612f4427ecf51
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DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261003T163000Z
DTEND:20261003T174500Z
SUMMARY:A Toolbox for Additional Language Teachers: Practical Strategies for Language Growth (K-12)
DESCRIPTION:This interactive session will provide Additional Language teachers with a ready-to-use "toolbox" of practical\, effective strategies to support language development across proficiency levels. Participants will explore what works\, why it works\, how to implement it\, and where to start when teaching an additional language. Teachers will learn how to address the four pillars of language learning—listening\, speaking\, reading\, and writing—within a weekly routine. The guiding principle is that we teach the language\, not just about the language. Through hands-on activities and collaborative discussion\, educators will explore how to meet the diverse needs of language learners\, build students' confidence\, and add joy and purpose to lessons. The session will highlight ways to create a meaningful learning environment where students can make strong connections and use language. These strategies will support students' readiness to use language outside the classroom. Attendees will leave with ready-to-use resources\, concrete examples\, and practical approaches to enhance language growth and support student success across the curriculum.
CATEGORIES:SECOND LANGUAGES
LOCATION:Whitehorn\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/698b3275a3a1a394f55dafb4bc40b925
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DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261003T163000Z
DTEND:20261003T174500Z
SUMMARY:Thriving with the new Social Studies Curriculum (4-9)
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to balance curriculum expectations with classroom realities while making Social Studies engaging\, meaningful\, and manageable. This session will provide practical\, classroom-ready strategies grounded in inquiry-based and project-based learning to help teachers confidently navigate the new Social Studies curriculum. Teachers will explore a variety of ready-to-use resources — from quick\, low-prep activities and guided inquiry tasks to larger projects that amplify student voice\, choice\, and critical thinking. This session will highlight how inquiry and historical thinking can support grade 4 - 9 curriculum outcomes while creating active and meaningful learning experiences for students. Teachers will also discover how the Heritage Fair Program and the Be an Upstander Program can serve as powerful examples of authentic learning that promote citizenship\, historical thinking\, and social responsibility.
CATEGORIES:SOCIAL STUDIES; CTS/CTF
LOCATION:Plaza 5\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/a398aebe849295f82ea7fac7adbf5744
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DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261003T163000Z
DTEND:20261003T174500Z
SUMMARY:Be a Gift: Tech Collaboration (K-12)
DESCRIPTION:Early-career teachers often join established grade or subject teams where communication\, organization\, and collaboration are essential. Technology can help new and experienced teachers work together more effectively while supporting students and strengthening parent communication. This session explores practical ways digital tools such as Google Classroom \, Google Workspace \, Canva \, and email can support collaborative planning\, resource sharing\, professional communication\, and family engagement. Participants will explore shared planning documents\, collaborative digital workspaces\, and communication strategies that help teams stay organized\, connected\, and consistent. Teachers will leave with practical strategies and ready-to-use tech tools that can help them contribute positively to established teams\, streamline shared work\, strengthen parent communication\, and "be a gift" to the colleagues they work alongside.
CATEGORIES:TEACHER WELLNESS; TECHNOLOGY IN THE CLASSROOM
LOCATION:Plaza 4\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
UID:0b2791e2089a5830695f3fcbaf5df686
URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/0b2791e2089a5830695f3fcbaf5df686
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DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261003T174500Z
DTEND:20261003T184500Z
SUMMARY:LUNCH
DESCRIPTION:
CATEGORIES:MEALS & BREAKS
LOCATION:Premier\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
UID:9d29e2007fe26063d796c6ff1f9f50cf
URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/9d29e2007fe26063d796c6ff1f9f50cf
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DTSTAMP:20260706T092048Z
DTSTART:20261003T183000Z
DTEND:20261003T193000Z
SUMMARY:CLOSING & PRIZES
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CATEGORIES:PLENARY SESSIONS
LOCATION:Premier\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
SEQUENCE:0
UID:caafbcd5462ec947705ff0e669bacdd2
URL:http://btc2026calgary.sched.com/event/caafbcd5462ec947705ff0e669bacdd2
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