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Can We Talk? Parenting and Sexual Health
Time:
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location: Online
Presented By: Diana Wark (She/Her)
Parent Program Coordinator for Centre for Sexuality
We provide workshops designed to increase parents’ confidence and comfort in talking with their children about sexuality and relationships.
Interactive activities and discussion help parents identify their family’s values about sexuality and clarify how to communicate these to their children. Issues addressed include why you should talk with your child about sexuality; your child’s physical, mental, emotional, and social development; how to give easy answers to tough questions; and where to find more information and support.
Information and Registration (at no charge)
Youth and Mindfulness
Time:
10:00 am - 11:30 am
Location: Online
What exactly mindfulness is and the importance of teaching it to youth. The benefits of implementing mindfulness into the routines of youth and how to do it.
Information and Registration (at no charge)
Creating a Culture of Respect: Understanding 2SLGBTQ for Parents
Time:
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location: Online
Presented By: Diana Wark (She/Her)
Parent Program Coordinator for Centre for Sexuality
We provide workshops designed to increase parents’ confidence and comfort in talking with their children about sexuality and relationships.
In this workshop parents can expect to gain deeper understanding of the concepts around sexual and gender diversity and we will provide tools to increase parents comfort in supporting 2SLGBTQ+ youth. We will explore terms and definitions as well as ways parents can engage in accepting behaviours and reduce rejecting behaviours in parenting our 2SLGBTQ+ youth.
Information and Registration (at no charge)
Building Resiliency in Today's Youth
Time:
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Location: Online
Presented by: Andrea Halwas, BA, MFA, PhD, REACE, Registered Expressive Arts Therapy Consultant, Associate Therapist & Educational Coordinator at Juno House
Brought to you by specialists in Girls' Mental Health
Before High School graduation, one-third of adolescent girls will experience depression, anxiety disorders, self-harm or an eating disorder. However, there is an incredible power in caregivers who can support our youth, both young women and men, before they seek therapy.
At Juno House®, we believe in the extraordinary healing power of parents, caregivers, coaches, and teachers. In our 1.5 hour workshop presentation, we will share steps and strategies from the Juno House Therapeutic Model® that will provide effective emotional coaching tools for today’s youth as they develop through adolescence and into young adulthood.
Information and Registration (at no charge)
Effective Engagement in Your School Community ASCA Workshop
Time:
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Online
School councils would like their school community to be dynamic, exciting places, where parents feel authentically engaged in supporting and enhancing student learning. Using local context, define effective engagement, identify existing challenges, explore possible solutions and create goals and plans focused on creating engagement opportunities for the school community which align with the expectations of the Assurance Framework.
Registration cut-off is 12 noon one week prior to the scheduled workshop.
School Council Policies and Practices ASCA Workshop
Time:
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Online
School council policies should reflect legislation, the context of their communities, and the work their members choose to do. Topics include communication - internal and external, record-keeping, fundraising and accounting, privacy, location of meetings, official mailing address, new member orientation, group evaluation, social media and conflict resolution. Create Draft Policies with wording of clauses relevant to the school community for review and feedback.
Registration cut-off is 12 noon one week prior to the scheduled workshop.
School Council Purpose ASCA Workshop
Time:
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Online
Understanding the advisory role of school councils through a review of the legislation, exploring rights, responsibilities and choices including which topics/areas are open for discussion helps to guide school council and its work in the school community. Learning how to identify the work of school councils, how to frame a “personal issue” from a school council perspective and how to broach sensitive topics is essential for new and returning members.
Registration cut-off is 12 noon one week prior to the scheduled workshop.
The Assurance Framework and School Councils ASCA Workshop
Time:
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Online
The Assurance Framework, introduced with the Weighted Moving Average Funding Model in February 2020 and implemented provincially in September 2020, is designed to demonstrate to Albertans that the education system is meeting student needs and that students are successful.
The Assurance Framework is based on the importance of stakeholder engagement (i.e., parents on school councils) in a more meaningful planning process. School boards are responsible for the engagement of the parents of their students, and to provide the opportunity for school council engagement in developing the education plan, results report, and other items critical to student success. Principals are expected to create similar opportunities specific to the local context of their own school communities.
All education partners share the responsibility for student growth - including parents and school councils!
Registration cut-off is 12 noon one week prior to the scheduled workshop.
Roblox Social Group 7+
Time: 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Roblox is an educational online video game. It enhances creativity, problem-solving, self-direction, collaboration, and specifically designed to help children improve skills such as organization, time management, planning, flexibility, self-awareness, and focus.
Both fun and educational, the purpose of Roblox is for players to interact and make friends. This is achieved by wandering around the online world and stopping to talk with other players within a moderated chat feature. This group is a closed group, only children/youth registered for this group will be playing Roblox together.
Saturday’s starting
April 6th, 2024 - May 11th, 2024
2:00 - 3:30pm
6 week session
Cost of the Roblox program is $50.00
For more information, please contact info@ldedmonton.com, call the office at 780-466-1011.
Learning Disabilities Association of Alberta - Edmonton Chapter
Social Skills Program
Time:
9:30 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Inglewood Community Hall, 12525-116 Ave. Edmonton
Social Skills Program starting Sunday April 7th, 2024.
Groups specialize in children with ADHD, ASD, Tourette's and Learning Disabilities but all are welcome!
Children between the ages of 8-12 years can register for this 8 week program. Running Sunday mornings from 9:30am - 12:00pm.
Youth between the ages of 13-17 years can register for this 8 week program. Running Sunday afternoons from 1:00pm - 3:30pm.
The aim of the program is to encourage friendship, positive social/emotional behaviors, active listening, effective communication, and comprehension of social norms.
Help in understanding non-verbal communication, body language, and unspoken social rules.
Promote self-esteem and build confidence.
Help participants develop social skills, life skills, and problem-solving strategies, including conversation and basic interaction skills.
For more information, please contact info@ldedmonton.com, call the office at 780-466-1011.
Learning Disabilities Association of Alberta - Edmonton Chapter
Effective Engagement in Your School Community ASCA Workshop
Time:
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Online
School councils would like their school community to be dynamic, exciting places, where parents feel authentically engaged in supporting and enhancing student learning. Using local context, define effective engagement, identify existing challenges, explore possible solutions and create goals and plans focused on creating engagement opportunities for the school community which align with the expectations of the Assurance Framework.
Registration cut-off is 12 noon one week prior to the scheduled workshop.
The Four Seasons of Wellness
Time:
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Online
With spring upon us, it is a good time to reflect on our mental health and that of our loved ones.
Some of us are like spring. It is a time of growth and excitement. We are eager to learn and develop new skills. Sometimes it’s like summer - a time of abundance and beauty. We feel like we are on top of the world and we feel whole. Fall or autumn can feel like our emotions are short and challenging. We struggle with interacting with ourselves and everyone around us. Winter is a dark time of stillness, almost emptiness.
How can we learn to appreciate the season that we are in, or the season that our loved one is in? With skills, it is much easier and it can be effective.
Information and Registration (at no charge)
Edmonton Regional Learning consortium
Fundraising Association Partnership Purpose ASCA Workshop
Time:
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Online
Fundraising Associations (FRAs) are separate, legal entities with distinct rules to follow, responsibilities to comply with and liabilities to consider. Positive, collaborative, mutually respectful relationships with the principal and school council are integral to the success of each and in the best interests of students. Clarity of who has authority for what, is essential.
Registration cut-off is 12 noon one week prior to the scheduled workshop.
Understanding the New K-6 Science Curriculum: A Session for Parents
Time:
7:15 pm - 8:15 pm
Location: Online
(Note: This is a repeat of the January 16 Session)
This session will introduce parents to the New K-6 Science curriculum. Participants should note that the new K-6 was implemented at the Grade K-3 level in 2023-2024 school year with optional implementation in grades 4-6.
In the upcoming school year (2024-2025) all Grade 4-6 classrooms will be implementing the new Science curriculum.
In this session, a 45 minute presentation will walk parents through the new curriculum. The presentation will help parents understand its structure and provide an overview of the content for grades K-6. Time for a Q and A will be made available at the end of the session.
Information and Registration (at no charge)
Edmonton Regional Learning Consortium
Inclusion Alberta Family Conference
Time:
All Day
Location: Fantasyland Hotel Edmonton
SAVE THE DATE!
The conference is an excellent opportunity for individuals with intellectual disabilities, their families and support staff as well as those working in the field of disabilities to come together and learn from keynote speakers and other experienced families. The conference will leave you feeling hopeful with a renewed commitment to inclusion.
More details and registration to be announced soon! Check out last year's Family Conference here.
Inclusion Alberta Family Conference
Time:
All Day
Location: Fantasyland Hotel Edmonton
SAVE THE DATE!
The conference is an excellent opportunity for individuals with intellectual disabilities, their families and support staff as well as those working in the field of disabilities to come together and learn from keynote speakers and other experienced families. The conference will leave you feeling hopeful with a renewed commitment to inclusion.
More details and registration to be announced soon! Check out last year's Family Conference here.
The Work of School Council: It's NOT About the Meeting ASCA Workshop
Time:
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Online
School Councils often struggle with identifying the types of activities and work they should be doing in order to truly fulfil their legislated role. In this workshop, school councils are encouraged to examine what they are doing in relation to the Assurance Framework, their intended purpose and the intended result of their work, and then consider strategies to enhance school council’s role in the school community, supporting the expectations of legislation and the Assurance Framework.
Registration cut-off is 12 noon one week prior to the scheduled workshop.
The School Council – Trustee Relationship ASCA Workshop
Time:
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Online
Understanding this relationship is vital to assist you in successfully furthering your role in the school community. School councils should understand the role of the school board Trustee, and the Trustee should be aware of their role with school council. A Trustee is a valued partner who can share school board information with parents they represent, and school councils can provide valuable parent perspectives to aid in division planning and decisions.
Registration cut-off is 12 noon one week prior to the scheduled workshop.
Fundraisng Association Fundamental Principles ASCA Workshop
Time:
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Online
Fundraising Associations operate as legal entities with distinct rules to follow. This workshop will review the legislation and purpose of a Fundraising Association, it's role and relationships with the school community, the role of the Board, and how decisions are made. This workshop is designed to guide new and existing Boards and Association members with a review of principles and some operations best practices.
Registration cut-off is 12 noon one week prior to the scheduled workshop.
School Councils Conference 2024
Time:
All Day
Location: Delta Marriott Edmonton South Conference Centre 4404 Gateway Boulevard Edmonton AB T6H 5C2
Celebrating ASCA's 95th anniversary!!
School Councils Conference 2024
Time:
All Day
Location: Delta Marriott Edmonton South Conference Centre 4404 Gateway Boulevard Edmonton AB T6H 5C2
Celebrating ASCA's 95th anniversary!!
ASCA 2024 Annual General Meeting
Time:
All Day
Location: Delta Marriott Edmonton South Conference Centre
Celebrating ASCA's 95th Anniversary!
Tools for Effective School Councils ASCA Workshop
Time:
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Online
Resources, tips, templates and tools will be provided to help participants to understand the culture of their local community and basic volunteer psychology.
An exploration of school community culture/barriers, volunteer motivation, and strategies to increase the effectiveness of school councils will be offered.
Registration cut-off is 12 noon one week prior to the scheduled workshop.
The School Council – Trustee Relationship ASCA Workshop
Time:
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Online
Understanding this relationship is vital to assist you in successfully furthering your role in the school community. School councils should understand the role of the school board Trustee, and the Trustee should be aware of their role with school council. A Trustee is a valued partner who can share school board information with parents they represent, and school councils can provide valuable parent perspectives to aid in division planning and decisions.
Registration cut-off is 12 noon one week prior to the scheduled workshop.
Approaching May Mindfully
Time:
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Online
May is Mental Health Month, Hats on to Mental Health Day, Mother’s Day and our first long weekend! It is a busy month! How can we learn how to approach these, and other days all year-long, with more purpose and intentionality?
Learning mindfulness skills that are taught in DBT can be extremely valuable in creating less chaos in our minds and relationships. Interested?
Join Kelly Maxwell for a time of effective practice and learn some practical skills.
Information and Registration (at no charge)
Edmonton Regional Learning Consortium
Fundraising Association Partnership Purpose ASCA Workshop
Time:
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Online
Fundraising Associations (FRAs) are separate, legal entities with distinct rules to follow, responsibilities to comply with and liabilities to consider. Positive, collaborative, mutually respectful relationships with the principal and school council are integral to the success of each and in the best interests of students. Clarity of who has authority for what, is essential.
Registration cut-off is 12 noon one week prior to the scheduled workshop.
The Assurance Framework and School Councils ASCA Workshop
Time:
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Online
The Assurance Framework, introduced with the Weighted Moving Average Funding Model in February 2020 and implemented provincially in September 2020, is designed to demonstrate to Albertans that the education system is meeting student needs and that students are successful.
The Assurance Framework is based on the importance of stakeholder engagement (i.e., parents on school councils) in a more meaningful planning process. School boards are responsible for the engagement of the parents of their students, and to provide the opportunity for school council engagement in developing the education plan, results report, and other items critical to student success. Principals are expected to create similar opportunities specific to the local context of their own school communities.
All education partners share the responsibility for student growth - including parents and school councils!
Registration cut-off is 12 noon one week prior to the scheduled workshop.
School Council Purpose ASCA Workshop
Time:
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Online
Understanding the advisory role of school councils through a review of the legislation, exploring rights, responsibilities and choices including which topics/areas are open for discussion helps to guide school council and its work in the school community. Learning how to identify the work of school councils, how to frame a “personal issue” from a school council perspective and how to broach sensitive topics is essential for new and returning members.
Registration cut-off is 12 noon one week prior to the scheduled workshop.
The Work of School Council: It's NOT About the Meeting ASCA Workshop
Time:
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Online
School Councils often struggle with identifying the types of activities and work they should be doing in order to truly fulfil their legislated role. In this workshop, school councils are encouraged to examine what they are doing in relation to the Assurance Framework, their intended purpose and the intended result of their work, and then consider strategies to enhance school council’s role in the school community, supporting the expectations of legislation and the Assurance Framework.
Registration cut-off is 12 noon one week prior to the scheduled workshop.
Effective Engagement in Your School Community ASCA Workshop
Time:
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Online
School councils would like their school community to be dynamic, exciting places, where parents feel authentically engaged in supporting and enhancing student learning. Using local context, define effective engagement, identify existing challenges, explore possible solutions and create goals and plans focused on creating engagement opportunities for the school community which align with the expectations of the Assurance Framework.
Registration cut-off is 12 noon one week prior to the scheduled workshop.
The School Council – Trustee Relationship ASCA Workshop
Time:
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Online
Understanding this relationship is vital to assist you in successfully furthering your role in the school community. School councils should understand the role of the school board Trustee, and the Trustee should be aware of their role with school council. A Trustee is a valued partner who can share school board information with parents they represent, and school councils can provide valuable parent perspectives to aid in division planning and decisions.
Registration cut-off is 12 noon one week prior to the scheduled workshop.
Fundraisng Association Fundamental Principles ASCA Workshop
Time:
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Online
Fundraising Associations operate as legal entities with distinct rules to follow. This workshop will review the legislation and purpose of a Fundraising Association, it's role and relationships with the school community, the role of the Board, and how decisions are made. This workshop is designed to guide new and existing Boards and Association members with a review of principles and some operations best practices.
Registration cut-off is 12 noon one week prior to the scheduled workshop.
The Work of School Council: It's NOT About the Meeting ASCA Workshop
Time:
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Online
School Councils often struggle with identifying the types of activities and work they should be doing in order to truly fulfil their legislated role. In this workshop, school councils are encouraged to examine what they are doing in relation to the Assurance Framework, their intended purpose and the intended result of their work, and then consider strategies to enhance school council’s role in the school community, supporting the expectations of legislation and the Assurance Framework.
Registration cut-off is 12 noon one week prior to the scheduled workshop.
School Council Purpose ASCA Workshop
Time:
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Online
Understanding the advisory role of school councils through a review of the legislation, exploring rights, responsibilities and choices including which topics/areas are open for discussion helps to guide school council and its work in the school community. Learning how to identify the work of school councils, how to frame a “personal issue” from a school council perspective and how to broach sensitive topics is essential for new and returning members.
Registration cut-off is 12 noon one week prior to the scheduled workshop.
The Assurance Framework and School Councils ASCA Workshop
Time:
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Online
The Assurance Framework, introduced with the Weighted Moving Average Funding Model in February 2020 and implemented provincially in September 2020, is designed to demonstrate to Albertans that the education system is meeting student needs and that students are successful.
The Assurance Framework is based on the importance of stakeholder engagement (i.e., parents on school councils) in a more meaningful planning process. School boards are responsible for the engagement of the parents of their students, and to provide the opportunity for school council engagement in developing the education plan, results report, and other items critical to student success. Principals are expected to create similar opportunities specific to the local context of their own school communities.
All education partners share the responsibility for student growth - including parents and school councils!
Registration cut-off is 12 noon one week prior to the scheduled workshop.
When Things Don't Turn Out as Planned
Time:
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Online
It’s the end of the school year and your child’s grades or accomplishments are not what you had hoped for. How do you reconcile this and support your child in their own reflection of the year? What wording is effective and supportive for their future? What shifts may we have to make to focus on our relationship with our child and our hopes for their schooling? It’s not as easy as it sounds and it can be done through accessing DBT skills.
This session will be valuable for parents of children of all ages and academic levels.
Information and Registration (at no charge)
Fundraising Association Financial Practices ASCA Workshop
Time:
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Online
Fundraising associations are separate, legal entities with distinct rules to follow, responsibilities to comply with and liabilities to consider. Following sound financial management and proven business practices are critical for continued success in the school community. Topics include identifying financial risks, managing risk, basic financial practices, and how to make spending decisions. Discussion of resource documents, templates and sample financial documents and reports to assist the association in creating a sound financial management plan.
Registration cut-off is 12 noon one week prior to the scheduled workshop.
Fundraising Association Partnership Purpose ASCA Workshop
Time:
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Online
Fundraising Associations (FRAs) are separate, legal entities with distinct rules to follow, responsibilities to comply with and liabilities to consider. Positive, collaborative, mutually respectful relationships with the principal and school council are integral to the success of each and in the best interests of students. Clarity of who has authority for what, is essential.
Registration cut-off is 12 noon one week prior to the scheduled workshop.
School Council Purpose ASCA Workshop
Time:
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Online
Understanding the advisory role of school councils through a review of the legislation, exploring rights, responsibilities and choices including which topics/areas are open for discussion helps to guide school council and its work in the school community. Learning how to identify the work of school councils, how to frame a “personal issue” from a school council perspective and how to broach sensitive topics is essential for new and returning members.
Registration cut-off is 12 noon one week prior to the scheduled workshop.
Fundraisng Association Fundamental Principles ASCA Workshop
Time:
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Online
Fundraising Associations operate as legal entities with distinct rules to follow. This workshop will review the legislation and purpose of a Fundraising Association, it's role and relationships with the school community, the role of the Board, and how decisions are made. This workshop is designed to guide new and existing Boards and Association members with a review of principles and some operations best practices.
Registration cut-off is 12 noon one week prior to the scheduled workshop.
The Work of School Council: It's NOT About the Meeting ASCA Workshop
Time:
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Online
School Councils often struggle with identifying the types of activities and work they should be doing in order to truly fulfil their legislated role. In this workshop, school councils are encouraged to examine what they are doing in relation to the Assurance Framework, their intended purpose and the intended result of their work, and then consider strategies to enhance school council’s role in the school community, supporting the expectations of legislation and the Assurance Framework.
Registration cut-off is 12 noon one week prior to the scheduled workshop.
Effective Engagement in Your School Community ASCA Workshop
Time:
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Online
School councils would like their school community to be dynamic, exciting places, where parents feel authentically engaged in supporting and enhancing student learning. Using local context, define effective engagement, identify existing challenges, explore possible solutions and create goals and plans focused on creating engagement opportunities for the school community which align with the expectations of the Assurance Framework.
Registration cut-off is 12 noon one week prior to the scheduled workshop.
Managing School Council Meetings ASCA Workshop
Time:
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Online
Meaningful school council meetings require strong leadership and clear, easy to follow processes for all participants. Having a solid Agenda, some simple Rules of Order and learning how to Direct Discussion will help to ensure the school council meetings are not a waste of anyone’s valuable time. Exploration of some common challenges for school council meetings and introduction of important solution-oriented tools are provided. Every meeting participant will benefit from this workshop!
Registration cut-off is 12 noon one week prior to the scheduled workshop.