Speakers
Bethany
Arsenault accepted the role of ORC Coordinator in June 2017. She
holds a Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS), as well as a
B.Mus.Ed. and B.A. English Honours. She has taught in both elementary and
junior high classrooms, and is passionate about information literacy and
digital learning spaces.
Bethany is experienced in literacy and
educational research. Her Master’s thesis, published through the University of
Alberta and funded through a Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council
grant, focused on social media and digital learning spaces for young adults.
She has also worked as a copy editor for the academic journal Theory
and Research in Social Education through the University of Alberta.
She has presented her research on topics such as Young Adult Literature and
digital media at conferences all across Canada, including a paper co-written
with Dr. Tami Oliphant and Dr. Michael McNally on the YouTube search algorithm
at the Congress of Humanities and Social Sciences.
Bethany brings wonderful and innovative ideas
to the ORC Coordinator position reflective of her published thesis work in
virtual learning spaces and digital literacy. Her exceptional
communication skills, along with her junior high classroom experience make her
the ideal person to take the ORC to the next level.
Schedule
This presentation has two parts, Sweaty Eyes begins with a review of the signs and symptoms of identifying a child with ADHD and ends with anecdotal stories. We use our experience as an educator to present a layman’s view to ADHD. The participants follow a child with ADHD from kindergarten through high school. It attempts to answer the question What ever happened to Johnny
Fishing for Answers shows how ADHD impacts a child’s brain differently in the classroom. Children with ADHD exhibit a range of symptoms: some seem to bounce off the walls, some daydream constantly, and others just can’t seem to follow the rules. The session provides a number of successful strategies for teachers with ADHD students.
Sara will speak about what science tells us about how children learn to read and what science tells us about effective reading instruction. She will connect these ideas to the prevention of, and intervention for, dyslexia and any reading difficulties.
This talk is most applicable to K-3 teachers, but the science of reading is relevant to struggling readers of all ages.
Please print the document below and bring it to the Connect to your Calm workshop. We will be using this workbook throughout the session.
We are hearing all about the benefits of mindfulness and how it can enhance memory, learning and social awareness. Participants will:
1. Learn what mindfulness is and how can we implement it easily into our classrooms
2. Explore the theory, research and benefits of mindfulness for students and staff
3. Participate in simple activities to experience the benefits of mindfulness ourselves.
Click here to view instructions on how to register for Adventure Medic Wilderness First Aid - Bridge and Re-Certification.
*FEES are paid to Rocky Mountain Adventure Medicine Inc. DO NOT pay on the CCTCA website.
*Registration is completed through the Rocky Mountain Adventure Medicine website. Registration closes at 5:00pm on Thursday February 7, 2019.
The Adventure Medic® Bridge program consists of 2 classroom days and 1 field day. It is for individuals looking to “bridge” a 16 Hour Standard First Aid to an Adventure Medic® 40 Hour Wilderness First Aid certification. The program is appropriate for those who take on a leadership role in the outdoors. Focus is on the long-term implications for initial care, stabilization and evacuation of patients in remote wilderness locations. For those recertifying a current 40-hour qualification, proof of valid certification will be required.
Prerequisites:
Adventure Medic Bridge program: Current Standard First Aid Certification with level C CPR & AED training
Adventure Medic Recertification program: Current 40-hour certification
*Participants must email a copy of their current certification into the office by February 5, 2019.
Certification is valid for 3 years.
Course Fees - Convention Special:
Adventure Medic Bridge: $315 inc. GST (Regular fee $372.75 inc. GST)
Adventure Medic Re-Certification: $275 inc. GST (Regular fee $325.50 inc. GST)
Click here to view instructions on how to register for Back Country Safety Skills.
*FEES are paid to Rocky Mountain Adventure Medicine Inc. DO NOT pay on the CCTCA website.
*Registration is completed through the Rocky Mountain Adventure Medicine website. Registration closes at 5:00pm on Thursday February 7, 2019.
Learn how and why emergency situations develop and what to do about them! The session will provide participants with both the knowledge and skills to allow them to better prepare and manage incidents that may arise in the back country. The session will be hands on and focus on emergency shelter building, fire starting skills, signalling methods, navigation techniques, water purification, and food and clothing options. We will take a look at items you should carry with you into the back country “just in case”! All participants will receive a personal emergency kit as part of the session.
Course Fees - Convention Special:
Back Country Safety & Survival $90 inc. GST (Regular fee $130 inc. GST)
Includes Personal Emergency Kit in session fee
Participants must wear clothing suitable for the weather conditions on the day. They should wear good footwear, pack water, snacks and a lunch and bring a thermal cup (coffee will be provided).
Click here to view instructions on how to register for Standard First Aid.
Click here to view instructions on how to register for Standard First Aid Re-Certification.
*FEES are paid to Rocky Mountain Adventure Medicine Inc. DO NOT pay on the CCTCA website.
*Registration is completed through the Rocky Mountain Adventure Medicine website. Registration closes at 5:00pm on Thursday February 7, 2019.
Standard First Aid is a 2-day program. Course content is presented through a combination of theoretical and practical activities.
The Standard First Aid Re-Certification program is a 1-day (8 hour) program. The session will review the theoretical and practical skills required for re-certification of your current Standard First Aid certification. A pre-study package will be accessible upon registration. Re-certification participants are required to attend on Thursday, February 14, 2019.
All participants will complete Level C CPR and AED skills.
Certification is recognized by Alberta OH&S and is valid for 3 years.
Prerequisites:
Standard First Aid: No pre-requisite
Standard First Aid Re-Certification: Current Standard First Aid Certification with Level C CPR and AED
*Re-Certification participants must email a copy of their current certification into the office by February 5, 2019.
Course Fees - Convention Special:
Standard First Aid: $120 inc. GST (Regular fee $152.25 inc. GST)
Standard First Aid Re-Certification $85 inc. GST (Regular fee $99.75 inc. GST)