CATCA 2025: Full Schedule

COMPLETE THE CATCA 2025 SURVEY TO IMPROVE FUTURE CONVENTION

CLOSURE REMARKS FROM CATCA 2025!

THANK YOU FOR ATTENDING THE CONVENTION AND FOR CATCA 2026 WILL HAPPEN ON FEBRUARY 19 AND 20, 2026 AT RDP.

STAY TUNED FOR MORE INFORMATION FROM YOUR ATA LOCALS.

All pre-recording videos will be up until May 31st.

3:20pm MST

A Teenage Songwriter’s Journey: Helping people write songs as a means of personal expression

Friday February 21, 2025 3:20pm - Saturday May 31, 2025 11:30pm MDT

Recording

In 2021, Oakley set a goal to release an album before turning 16. He wrote songs and busked to fund the project. Over the next three years, he learned many lessons that he’s excited to share. His album, Auburn, was released in May 2024. Attend this session to learn how to use songwriting as a means of expression and language exploration with a young singer-songwriter. With simple frameworks, you’ll create a hook and start to craft a new song. No musical experience or talent is necessary. Oakley will complete some songs during the session. Through story, live music and collaborative writing, you’ll leave this session with an appreciation for the power of song and a process to start the journey with your students.

Oakley’s Bio:
Oakley is a 16 year old, Calgary-born and raised singer-songwriter. He is a Grade 11 student who juggles school athletics, training for his black belt in mixed martial arts, his passion for the mountains, and his singing career. He recently released his first Album (Auburn) on all streaming platforms. His musical influences include Ella Fitzgerald, John Mayer, Ziggy Alberts, numerous world musicians, and everything in between. One of his goals is to inspire people to pick up a real instrument and start playing. He advocates doing something that takes courage over what is comfortable. He is also a connoisseur of grilled cheese and mac and cheese.

Speakers

Paul Marlett

Learning Leader, Calgary Board of Education

Paul is a purebred teacher and a maverick in education who focuses on innovation in the “art of teaching”. Having taught for over 2 decades in the classroom, the gym, and (approved) mountain tops from grades 1 to 12 in all subject matters, he has spent the last 10 years with the... Read More →

Friday February 21, 2025 3:20pm - Saturday May 31, 2025 11:30pm MDT
Recording

Language Arts (TQS 3), Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Division 4 (Gr 10-12) | Music & Band (TQS 3), Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Division 4 (Gr 10-12)

Post Convention Recordings Paul Marlett

3:20pm MST

Coaching Athletes in School: Developing the Whole Athlete to Foster a United Team

Friday February 21, 2025 3:20pm - Saturday May 31, 2025 11:30pm MDT

Recording

A retrospective on coaching, not a how-to, there is no right or wrong way to lead. New perspectives for a new generation.
Our actions teach more than our words. Alternatives to traditional authoritarian coaching approaches
High-impact phrases to bring a team together around a common goal beyond the W
Powerful tools to mentor lesser-skilled athletes into the game (we don’t all have club players)
Full Athlete includes Sleep, Hydration, Nutrition, Relationships, Activity, Downtime, Stress Management, Academics, and Service.
Defining every athlete's role - Going deeper than positions
The HUGE opportunity to engage in empowering captains
Is game day for you or the players?
The Power of Team meetings and time outs
Dedicated to one of the greats: Kevin Pelehos

Speakers

Paul Marlett

Learning Leader, Calgary Board of Education

Friday February 21, 2025 3:20pm - Saturday May 31, 2025 11:30pm MDT
Recording

Physical Education (TQS 3), Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Division 4 (Gr 10-12) | Reflection/Collaboration (TQS/LQS 2), Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Division 4 (Gr 10-12)

Post Convention Recordings Paul Marlett