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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.
Venue: RDP Room 1400 (MP Theatre) clear filter
Thursday, February 20
 

9:00am MST

AI Prompting for Teacher Success
Thursday February 20, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am MST
RDP Room 1400 (MP Theatre)
Discover how to harness the power of AI chatbots like ChatGPT to enhance your teaching practice! In this hands-on professional development session, you’ll learn how to craft effective prompts to get tailored, high-quality results including generating engaging lesson plans, creating differentiated instructional materials, or brainstorming new pedagogical strategies. Perfect for beginners and seasoned tech users alike, this session will equip you with practical skills to use AI as a creative collaborator and thinking partner. Leave with ready-to-use examples, prompt templates, and confidence to make AI work for you in the classroom.
Speakers
avatar for Terra Kaliszuk

Terra Kaliszuk

Executive Staff Officer, Professional Development, The Alberta Teachers' Association
Terra Kaliszuk is an Executive Staff Officer in the Professional Development program area of the Alberta Teachers' Association. She brings a passion for understanding and supporting the human journey of learning to all of her work. Terra has led professional learning work for the... Read More →
Thursday February 20, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am MST
RDP Room 1400 (MP Theatre)
  Curriculum & Pedagogy (TQS 3), Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), All Divisions |   Technology (TQS/LQS 2), Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), All Divisions

10:20am MST

Empower Your Classroom: Simple Self-Regulation Strategies for Lasting Impact
Thursday February 20, 2025 10:20am - 11:20am MST
RDP Room 1400 (MP Theatre)
Help your students unlock their full potential with self-regulation strategies designed for the classroom. Based on the research from Dr. Bruce Perry, Dr. Lori Desautels and Dr. Stuart Shanker, find out what the research is showing with practical easy-to-implement techniques that support emotional and cognitive control, boosting student learning and focus. Discover how to engage the brain’s key areas—the limbic system, cortex, and brain stem—to foster emotional stability and resilience. Whether dealing with daily challenges or fostering a calm learning environment, these powerful strategies will transform your classroom into a space where students thrive.
Speakers
avatar for Jennifer Lacourse

Jennifer Lacourse

Teacher with Red Deer Public Schools with many years experience working and advocating for inclusion of students with disabilities. Jennifer has been working with children and adults with disabilities most of her adult life having had developed a passion for this area when she was... Read More →
Thursday February 20, 2025 10:20am - 11:20am MST
RDP Room 1400 (MP Theatre)
  Inclusive Education (TQS/LQS 4), Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Division 4 (Gr 10-12) |   Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Division 4 (Gr 10-12)

11:40am MST

The Power of Story: Living a Story Centric Life
Thursday February 20, 2025 11:40am - 12:40pm MST
RDP Room 1400 (MP Theatre)
Ever since we scratched symbols on a cave wall, we’ve been learning how to communicate through the art of story. It’s a universal truth that we learn through storytelling, by recognizing the experiences of others, and learning important lessons that stretch beyond the cautionary tales of stealing porridge from bears. This keynote is an engaging and interactive deep dive into the art of story, including the 3-act structure of life, and how to become the master of your own story through intentional interactions and an unwavering sense of perseverance.
Speakers
avatar for Andrew Buckley

Andrew Buckley

Author/Speaker/Creator
Today, he’s a traditional and self-published novelist of rather silly, yet enjoyable speculative fiction for all ages, a comic book writer, screenwriter, podcaster, creator, and speaker. For over 20 years, he’s worked in the dreaded world of marketing as a content creator, copywriter... Read More →
Thursday February 20, 2025 11:40am - 12:40pm MST
RDP Room 1400 (MP Theatre)
  Keynotes and Special Events, Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K) |   Health and Wellness (TQS 3), Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K)

1:00pm MST

From play to learning: embracing fun and learning together
Thursday February 20, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
RDP Room 1400 (MP Theatre)
Join us for a captivating session, "From Play to Learning: Embracing Fun and Learning Together." Through hands-on activities and discussions, participants will explore how play can serve as a potent tool to teach academic concepts across various subjects. By effectively scaffolding play experiences, educators can ensure that they are not only enjoyable but also educational, aiding students in developing crucial cognitive, social, and emotional skills. Additionally, attendees will learn strategies to foster a positive attitude towards play among students and parents, emphasizing its significance in early childhood development. Don't miss this opportunity to blend fun and learning in your classroom!
Speakers
avatar for Andrea Mishio

Andrea Mishio

Teacher
With 17 years of invaluable experience in the education field, Andrea brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the table. After spending 15 years teaching in a junior high school setting, she now finds herself in the world of early childhood education as a dedicated kindergarten... Read More →
Thursday February 20, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
RDP Room 1400 (MP Theatre)
  Assessment (TQS 3), Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K)

2:20pm MST

Science on a Budget: Bringing the New K-6 Science Curriculum to Life Indoors and Outdoors!
Thursday February 20, 2025 2:20pm - 3:20pm MST
RDP Room 1400 (MP Theatre)
Join Inside Education for this dynamic interactive workshop for K-6 teachers where we will delve into the environmental science and natural resource components of the new Alberta Science Curriculum. We will share hands-on tools, tricks, and methods to use inexpensive classroom supplies for engaging educational experiences both inside your classroom and in your outdoor classroom space. Not only will we teach you some Monday-morning activities, we will also showcase our new no-cost outdoor-focused toolkit to help scaffold learning through the new Organizing Ideas. Three lucky teachers will walk away with their very own toolkit! Every teacher will leave feeling inspired and prepared with resources and activities to foster inquiry-based learning, critical thinking, and environmental stewardship skills within their classrooms.
Speakers
avatar for Inside Education

Inside Education

Inside Education
Inside Education is an Alberta-based, environment and natural resource education charitable society. We have been supporting teachers and inspiring students to think critically about natural resource topics since 1985! With our full suite of no-cost teaching resources, youth summits... Read More →
Thursday February 20, 2025 2:20pm - 3:20pm MST
RDP Room 1400 (MP Theatre)
  Environmental & Outdoor Education (TQS 3), Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Division 2 (Gr 4-6) |   Curriculum & Pedagogy (TQS 3), Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Division 2 (Gr 4-6) |   Science (TQS 3), Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Division 2 (Gr 4-6)
 
Friday, February 21
 

9:00am MST

How to motivate EVERY student by connecting to what matters?
Friday February 21, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am MST
RDP Room 1400 (MP Theatre)
If you’re tired of trying to find creative ways to answer “But when will I ever use this IRL,” this session is for you! We have been told that the only way to motivate students is through reward-based incentives but the truth is that the key to motivating every single student lies in connecting to what drives each and every one of us: love, meaning and a sense of purpose. No matter who you are or what your teaching style is, this session will equip you with three solid strategies to motivate your students that will require you to do less - not more - in your classroom. You will leave with concrete steps, resources and actions you can take into your classroom immediately on Monday that will transform your students’ relationship with learning. Ready to motivate your students in a way that matters? Let’s do this!
Speakers
avatar for Vanessa Vakharia

Vanessa Vakharia

Known as the Lady Gaga of math education, Vanessa is the founder and director of The Math Guru, a super cool boutique math & science tutoring studio in Toronto that's changing stereotypes about what math education looks like. She is also the host of the Math Therapy podcast, author... Read More →
Friday February 21, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am MST
RDP Room 1400 (MP Theatre)
  Curriculum & Pedagogy (TQS 3), Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Division 1 (Gr 1-3) |   Inclusive Education (TQS/LQS 4), Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Division 1 (Gr 1-3) |   Keynotes and Special Events, Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Division 1 (Gr 1-3)

10:20am MST

Math Trauma 101: Why Math Scares Students (And How to Change That)
Friday February 21, 2025 10:20am - 11:20am MST
RDP Room 1400 (MP Theatre)
This session is all about the F-word that’s likely holding your students back in math: F-E-A-R. If you’re ready to stop talking about bandaid solutions to manage math anxiety in the moment, and start learning how to help students overcome it for good – this session is for YOU! Get ready to learn about the dynamics of fear, understand the exact way it manifests into math anxiety and triggers math trauma in the classroom, and gain impactful strategies you can use RIGHT away to break the cycle of fear, anxiety, and avoidance. This session will totally transform your understanding of math anxiety and empower you to help ALL students build healthier relationships with math!
Speakers
avatar for Vanessa Vakharia

Vanessa Vakharia

Known as the Lady Gaga of math education, Vanessa is the founder and director of The Math Guru, a super cool boutique math & science tutoring studio in Toronto that's changing stereotypes about what math education looks like. She is also the host of the Math Therapy podcast, author... Read More →
Friday February 21, 2025 10:20am - 11:20am MST
RDP Room 1400 (MP Theatre)
  Keynotes and Special Events, Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Division 2 (Gr 4-6) |   Inclusive Education (TQS/LQS 4), Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Division 2 (Gr 4-6) |   Curriculum & Pedagogy (TQS 3), Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Division 2 (Gr 4-6) |   Mathematics (TQS 3), Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Division 2 (Gr 4-6)

11:40am MST

Embracing the Powerful Role of Failure in ALL classrooms!
Friday February 21, 2025 11:40am - 12:40pm MST
RDP Room 1400 (MP Theatre)
What do Lizzo, Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, Steven King, Michael Jordan....and Albert Einstein have in common? They all faced massive amounts of failure before getting to where they are today! Let's be real. Fear of failure is one of the biggest reasons that so many students have math anxiety. It prevents students from asking questions, speaking up in class, and even supporting their peers. But one thing no one talks about is this: most mathematicians and scientists in real life get paid to fail! ln this workshop we will explore the powerful role of failure in math class and how you can harness it to inspire your students to embrace failure in math class - and in real life!
Speakers
avatar for Vanessa Vakharia

Vanessa Vakharia

Known as the Lady Gaga of math education, Vanessa is the founder and director of The Math Guru, a super cool boutique math & science tutoring studio in Toronto that's changing stereotypes about what math education looks like. She is also the host of the Math Therapy podcast, author... Read More →
Friday February 21, 2025 11:40am - 12:40pm MST
RDP Room 1400 (MP Theatre)
  Curriculum & Pedagogy (TQS 3), Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Division 4 (Gr 10-12), All Divisions |   Inclusive Education (TQS/LQS 4), Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Division 4 (Gr 10-12), All Divisions |   Keynotes and Special Events, Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Division 4 (Gr 10-12), All Divisions

1:00pm MST

Rethinking Challenging Behaviour - An Introduction to Collaborative Problem Solving®
Friday February 21, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
RDP Room 1400 (MP Theatre)
Working with children and teens who demonstrate challenging behaviours can be difficult, stressful and complex. Collaborative Problem Solving® (CPS) is a compassionate, evidence-based, trauma-informed approach that provides a philosophy and tools to address challenging behaviour. This approach is used in schools across North America and has been demonstrated to build skills and relationships with students while reducing teacher burnout.

This is an introduction to CPS. This session helps educators reflect on their understanding of challenging behaviour and effective and ineffective interventions to address these behaviours. Participants will learn about how the Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS) approach describes why people demonstrate challenging behaviour and how CPS can address these behaviours. This session will help educators decide if CPS would be an effective approach to include in their practice and provide the information and resources to learn more.

If you would like more information about CPS prior to the session, please visit https://thinkkids.org/.
Speakers
avatar for Matt Sticksl

Matt Sticksl

Teacher
Matt Sticksl is a teacher, parent and Think:Kids CPS Certified Trainer in Collaborative Problem Solving®. For the past two years he has been teaching in a Student Services role in a K-9 school with the Calgary Board of Education. Prior to this, he taught for eight years in adolescent... Read More →
Friday February 21, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
RDP Room 1400 (MP Theatre)
  Inclusive Education (TQS/LQS 4), Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), All Divisions |   Special Education (TQS 3), Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), All Divisions |   Counselling & Student Support (TQS/LQS 4), Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), All Divisions |   Fostering Effective Relationships (TQS/LQS 1), Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), All Divisions

2:20pm MST

President Schilling: Unplugged
Friday February 21, 2025 2:20pm - 3:20pm MST
RDP Room 1400 (MP Theatre)
This session will offer the opportunity to meet with President Schilling in a group setting to discuss matters and issues that are of importance to you and your colleagues. The session will open with a few focus questions from President Schilling followed by an opportunity to have open dialogue on topics generated by the discussion.
Speakers
avatar for Jason Schilling

Jason Schilling

President, ATA
Jason Schilling (he/him) was re-elected president of the Alberta Teachers’ Association in 2023, following four years of service as president, two years of service as vice-president and more than eight years of service as district representative for South West. As vice-president... Read More →
Friday February 21, 2025 2:20pm - 3:20pm MST
RDP Room 1400 (MP Theatre)
  Professional Issues (TQS/LQS 6), Division 1 (Gr 1-3), Division 2 (Gr 4-6), Division 3 (Gr 7-9), Division 4 (Gr 10-12), Early Childhood Education (Pre K-K), All Divisions
 
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