NBTA Middle Level Council Day 2018 NBTA DRAFT … · 1 NBTA Middle Level Council Day 2018 Northrop Frye School and Riverview High School Friday, May 4, 2018 Moncton Art Specialist

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NBTA Middle Level Council Day 2018

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Riverview High School

Friday, May 4, 2018Moncton

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NBTA Middle Level Council Day

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Middle Level Regular Programby Jessica Welch

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Schedule

Thursday, May 3rd Host Hotel - Hotel Casino New Brunswick: 1-506-861-4661 or 1-888-859-7775

$139.99 + tax for a regular guest room (up to 4 people)$149.99 + tax for a deluxe guest room (up to 4 people)

The block of rooms will be available until April 3, 2018. Call early to make your reservationto receive this special rate. Remember to cite “NBTA Middle Level Council”.

Social — Old School will be performing at the Old Triangle Irish Alehouse, 751 Main Street, Moncton. Please note: the evening will have a Star Wars theme. Costumes welcome. 9:00 pm - 12:00 midnight The Social will be a shared event with the High School Council.

Annual General Meeting - Beginning at 7:00 pm at Northrop Frye School in Cafetorium. All teachers are welcome!!! If you are curious about becoming involved in your NBTA Middle Level Council, please come out for our Annual General Meeting (this is NOT the same as your local Branch AGM). Executive members will be on hand to answer any questions you may have and present their annual reports.

Northrop Frye School1392 Ryan Street

Moncton, NB E1G 2V3

Middle Level Regular

2:30 - 3:00 pmMiddle Level Recognition Awards and Prize

DrawsNorthrop Frye Cafetorium

(Must be present to win or in one of the Full Day or afternoon Half Day sessions.)

Riverview High School400 Whitepine Road

Riverview, NB E1B 4H8

Art Specialist Strand

except F-07, B-01 & C-01 which will be held at Northrop Frye School

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Friday, May 4th - Council Day Schedule (Northrop Frye) & Art Specialist Strand Schedule (Riverview High)

8:00 - 9:00 am Scanning & Registration at NFS (Regular) & RHS (Art)8:30 am - 2:30 pm Exhibitors in Atrium at Northrop Frye School9:00 - 10:15 am Keynote - Kim Campbell (NFS Cafetorium)

9:00 am - 2:30 pm Full Day F Sessions9:00 - 11:45 am Half Day AB Sessions

10:15 - 10:45 am Nutrition Break - Coffee on-site10:45 - 11:45 am Divided B Sessions

11:45 am - 1:00 pm Lunch1:00 - 3:00 pm Half Day CD Sessions1:00 - 2:15 pm Divided C Sessions2:30 - 3:00 pm Middle Level Recognition Awards

Prize Draws (NFS Cafetorium) - must be present to win or in one of the Full Day or Afternoon Half Day sessions

There are many sessions offered throughout the day please ensure that you check the times and select sessions that will offer an optimal day.

Paint Palette Symbol- indicates that this is an art specialist session. These sessions are designed for K-12 Art Specialist. Please note: Art Sessions will be held at Riverview High School, except for F-07, B-01 & C-01, which will be held at Northrop Frye School. Scanners will be available on-site and we ask that you ensure you have your registration with you upon entry into the school for the registration scanning of your barcode receipt. Any costs associated with a session may be paid directly to the presenter at the time of the session.

Awards — Middle Level Council wishes to recognize teachers who have made an outstanding contribution to middle schools in any or all of the following: school environment, school spirit, student learning opportunities, teacher morale, individual student development, professional activities, extra-curricular, and teacher professional learning. To be eligible, nominated teachers must be a member of the NBTA Middle Level Council. Successful nominees will receive an honourarium and certificate from Middle Level Council and recognition in the NBTA News. Nominations close April 1, 2018. If you wish to make a nomination please go to www.nbta.ca and click on the Council Day button and then the NBTA Awards button.

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NBTA Middle Level Council Day 2018Registration

To register, please visit the NBTA website at www.nbta.ca after April 3rd at 4 pm and click on the Council Day button and follow the Middle Level Council registration link.

Members (Regular and Casual) — You will need your NBTA member number to register. If you have forgotten your number, there is a member number retrieval system on the site.

Effective May 2009, Council Day registration costs became a benefit of membership. Effective September 2010, Substitute Teachers became Casual Members of NBTA.

Fees for Non-Members (including substitutes who are Local Permits) — School-based: $40; Non-School-based: $75.

Student Interns — Although non-members, all student interns are provided complimentary on-line registration.

Refund Policy — Due to the fact that many of our costs are incurred in advance, there will be no refund of fees.

Scanning — All participants who have preregistered MUST bring their bar code receipts to be scanned on Council Day. Smartphone scanning is available.• Regular sessions: Scanning will take place at the Cafetorium of Northrop Frye School

from 8:00 - 9:00 am.• Art Specialist Sessions: Please go directly to Riverview High School where scanning

will take place from 8:00 - 9:00 am.

Parking and Shuttles (Northrop Frye School) — Parking will be available at the Casino New Brunswick. The shuttles, beginning at 8:00 am, will be located in the parking lot of the Casino in the bus parking zone. There will not be any parking at Northrop Frye because of limited space available. The Northrop Frye parking lot will be used for the presenters, vendors, Middle Level Council Executive and local organizing committee.Art Specialist session parking is available at Riverview High School.

Lunch (Northrop Frye) — Moncton offers a variety of eating establishments. There will be a couple of food trucks on site. You also have the option to bring your own lunch.Art Specialists (Riverview High) — Riverview offers a variety of eating establishments.You also have the option to bring your own lunch.

Prizes — A random draw from registrations received by 1:00 pm on April 19th will be held and selected winners will be notified by email. Make sure to register early. Winners must present their registration e-mail to receive their prize. Prizes may be picked up at the prize tables at your respective venue. Major prizes to be drawn from 2:30 pm - 3:00 pm in the Cafetorium of Northrop Frye School. Riverview High School will also have a major prize draw at the end of the day it will be announced over the intercom and you will come to the office to claim your prize if you are the winner. You must be in attendance to claim your prize.

Exhibitors — 8:30 am - 2:30 pm at Northrop Frye School in the Atrium.

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Keynote - Kim Campbell Northrop Frye School

Motivating the MiddleK-01: 9:00 - 10:15 am

Cafetorium

Kim Campbell crosses the continent energizing educational professionals as a dynamic presenter and self-proclaimed “Proud Middle School Teacher.” Building on the lessons learned and techniques developed as a middle level social studies teacher since 1991, Kim is in national demand as a keynote speaker, workshop facilitator and consultant. At home in her Twin Cities, Minnesota metropolitan area school district, Kim augments her classroom role with a position as her school’s Dean of Students. She has also served in various leadership and committee positions including team leader and a member of the Equity and Literacy Teams.

Among her honors are 2004 semi-finalist for Minnesota Teacher of the Year, 2009 Fox one of nine “Top Teachers” of the year and the 2012 Coleen Yatckoske Minnesota Middle Level Educator of the Year. Described by more than one observer as “a force of nature”, “what makes Kim run?”, “It’s about building strong, positive relationships, having high expectations and creating lessons that are relevant, engaging and fun. I feel lucky every day to have chosen education as my lifelong career. There is no place I would rather be than to be working with middle school students.”

Kim is the co-author of SOAR: A Handbook for Closing the Achievement Gap, a guide for replicating the success of her revolutionary after-school program for disadvantaged students, and author of If You Can’t Manage Them, You Can’t Teach Them. She is in the process of completing her third book.

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Full Day Sessions9:00 am - 2:30 pm

F-01 Art for the Art and Non Art SpecialistCynthia Decoste RHS 2010Art Teacher, Bathurst HIgh School

This will be a practical, hands-on session for both the art and non art specialist. Three different art (sculpture, painting and printmaking) will be taught. All art projects will involve low cost materials that can be easily purchased or found around your home. As well suggestions on how to evaluate student artwork will be discussed. Participants should bring old clothes, smock or an apron.

F-02 Hand PuppetsCathie Wilson RHS 2018Art Teacher, Rothesay High School

Cathie’s grade 10 art class makes hand puppets for the sculptural component of the course. It’s a fun project for students that also covers a lot in the curriculum. The head is made from paper maché and recycled materials, but in this session we’re going straight to paint. The body is hand-sewn with felt using embroidery floss. You will make a hand puppet and be given the lesson plan to try with your own classes. It’s a fun project to do with middle school and high school and can be adapted for younger years. No art or sewing experience is needed. Bring an apron. All materials will be provided. Be prepared for a really fun day and get in touch with your inner child. Participants should bring an apron or an old shirt. There is a $7 fee associated with this session that must be paid in cash directly to the presenter before the session begins.

F-03 Creative Decisions with Your CameraAlyssa Martin RHS 2006 BTeacher, Salisbury Elementary School

Bring your DSLR, tripod, manual and an extra battery to learn how to use your camera better. We will explore aperture, shutter speed, and other functions on the top dial. **A DSLR is a camera with a removable lens! Participants should bring a DSLR camera and lenses, tripod, manual and extra batteries.

F-04 Printmaking Dan Steeves RHS 2003Intaglio Printmaker

An investigation of printmaking techniques that can be incorporated into lesson plans.

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F-05 World Cultures in the Art ClassroomSarah Irving RHS 2019Artist

This interactive session will touch on respectful and appropriate ways to introduce art practices from world cultures into the classroom. We will be demoing a few different projects that can be adopted into the classroom, including Japanese Calligraphy, Mexican Alebrije art, and possibly more!

F-06 Drawing and Sculpting Characters for Cartoons and Games

Mike Roy RHS 2022Instructor, McKenzie College

Participants will practice the use of basic shapes, shape language and iteration, to design fun characters. Participants will be sketching in clay, sculpting a character bust in plasticine. There is a $7 fee associated with this session that must be paid in cash directly to the presenter before the session begins.

F-07 Plaster ArtRachel O’Brien NFS 1006Art Teacher, Northrop Frye School

Please note: This art session will take place at Northrop Frye School. We will look at different ways that art programs can incorporate the use of plaster into their lessons. We will experiment with a variety of uses and activities for students. Everyone will leave with lesson ideas that they can use in their own art program. There is a $7 fee associated with this session that must be paid in cash directly to the presenter before the session begins.

F-08 STEM: Connecting Classrooms Through CuriosityBryan Ouellette NFS 2039EST-STEM, Riverview Middle School, ASD-E

Creating a cross-curricular classroom begins with a big idea. That big idea can stem from an overarching question, discussion from a picture, an overall problem that students want to solve and so much more. Take part in a learning environment that will immerse you in an atmosphere that will inspire you to transform your very own classroom into a cross-curricular learning environment. You will leave this session filled with ideas and examples to use with your very own class. Participants should bring a tablet or laptop.

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Half Day Sessions9:00 - 11:45 am

Please note: there will be a morning break from 10:15 - 10:45 am

AB-01 Engaging Your Math Students with Kagan Cooperative Learning Structures

Michael Smith NFS 2040Math Teacher, Devon Middle School

Create full student engagement with Kagan Structures—simple yet powerful cooperative learning instructional strategies. Supported by a large body of scientific research and proven effective in countless classrooms, schools and districts, this revolutionary way to teach is transforming teaching and learning. Come experience the power of Kagan Structures. See how easy it is use teamwork and pairs to create a greater level of engagement than you imagined possible, even for your reluctant learners. We’re not talking about group work. We’re talking the real deal and knowing the difference is the difference between engaging some and engaging all students. When we engage all students, they all learn more. They have fewer discipline problems. And because the structures are so cooperative and interactive, they work wonders for students’ social skill development. Come learn easy ways to use Kagan Structures as a part of every lesson, creating greater engagement, deeper understanding of the content, improved retention and greater liking for class and content. If you want more fun in teaching, highly engaged students who love your classroom and elevated test scores, this workshop is for you! Walk away with at least 6 powerful and easy to implement structures and some actual samples that you can use immediately. There will be a draw for Quiz-Quiz-Trade books. Participants should bring a pen and paper. repeated in CD-01

AB-02 Great Minds Think OutsideRoland Chiasson & Serge LaRochelle Meet at NFS GymPast and present non-government, government and professional educators specializing in outdoor education

Great Minds Think Outside is a hands-on, curriculum-linked, outdoor professional development program that gives educators the skills and resources they need to teach their students outside-whatever the subject matter! Great Minds feeds creativity, improves well-being, stimulates appreciation for nature and encourages environmental stewardship through innovative outdoor learning. This program is the first of its kind in New Brunswick! By offering the sessions in a daily work environment, educators discover the possibilities of teaching in their own schoolyard. This session will take place outdoors, so please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. It’s always a good idea to dress in layers. We suggest waterproof boots if the ground may be wet or muddy. Sunscreen may also be wise. There will be some physical activity (e.g. running), but all activities can be adapted to the abilities of participants, so don’t worry! Please bring water. repeated in CD-02

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AB-03 Blanket ExerciseRobina Sharkey NFS 2007 & 2009Teacher, Centreville Community School

This experience will take participants on a walk through the history of the Maliseet people in New Brunswick and develop a deeper understanding of Indigenous concerns.

repeated in CD-03

AB-04 Paddle MakingChris Falconer NFS 2010Principal, Sunny Brae Middle School

We will be taking a piece of wood and carve a canoe paddle with hand tools. Participants should wear clothes they do not mind getting dirty and should bring any hand wood tools that could be used.

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Keynote Session9:00 - 10:15 am

K-01 Motivating the MiddleKim Campbell NFS CafetoriumDean of Students, Minnesota Metropolitan Area & Education Consultant

Looking for a little “spice” to fire up your students? Want quick, easy activities to engage your class? Learn hands-on activities and strategies designed to motivate the middle school student. Activities used in a geography class will be presented, but can be easily adapted to any subject matter.

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Divided B Sessions10:45 - 11:45 am

B-01 Something from NothingJune Leger NFS Portable 401Vice Principal, Lou MacNarin School

Please note: This art session will take place at Northrop Frye School. Many times we are working with limited supplies and funds. How can you make the best out of your art class with scraps, garbage and things others would disregard in order to make awesome art. You will leave with pieces of art and ideas. repeated in C-01

B-02 Personalized Learning Plans: Different Types and Development of PLPs

Tyler Hardy NFS 1037Education Support Teacher - Resource/Autism

In this session we will review provincial policy including components of the Guidelines and Standards: Educational Planning for Students with Diverse Learning Needs. Participants are encouraged to bring a current PLP (remove personal information) to use the Provincial PLP Evaluation Rubric to align their practices with provincial guidelines and standards. Participants should bring a hard copy of a student’s PLP (personal information removed) OR Teacher laptop to access one of their PLPs (for the Provincial PLP Evaluation Rubric activity). Bring copies of EECD’s ‘Guidelines and Standards: Educational Planning for Students with Diverse Learning Needs. repeated in C-02

B-03 La musique pour motiverPeter Manson NFS 1076Teacher, George Street Middle School

Envie de faire bouger vos élèves au rythme de la musique? Voici un atelier pour vous! Dans cet atelier, on vous proposera diverses activités qui présentent la musique provenant d’à travers la francophonie! En s’inspirant des artistes francophones et leurs chansons, on vous proposera plein d’activités qui initient les élèves aux pays francophones, ainsi que les succès et défis que connaissent leurs cultures. Il y aura également des activités et jeux qui se servent de la musique pour promouvoir l’écriture, pratiquer la compréhension, et oui, même renforcer la grammaire! Cet atelier vise à attirer tout enseignant de français et de sciences humaines désireux d’incorporer un peu de rythme à ses leçons. Alors, venez en grand nombre si ça vous chante! Les participants devraient apporter un stylo et du papier.

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B-04 I3 - Innovate! Invent! Investigate!Rick Hayward NFS 2016Program Manager, I3 - Innovate! Invent! Investigate! Program, The Learning Partnership

“I3 - Investigate! Invent! Innovate!” is a free program that challenges students to identify a problem and invent a solution. They research a problem, build a prototype and develop a business plan to promote their invention. They showcase their inventions at a culminating Invention Convention. Comprehensive lesson plans and other resources are included, as well as training and ongoing support. It can be integrated into science, technology, engineering, mathematics (STEM), language arts, visual arts and social studies. It cultivates creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, communication and problem-solving skills. The program is available to public school students in English and French. repeated in C-03

B-05 Reconciliation in New Brunswick Classrooms Katrina Clair NFS 2022First Nation Education Lead

The TRC’s Calls to Action have resulted in Objective 6 of NB’s 10-year education plan. This objective aims to “meet the needs of First Nation Learners and ensure that provincial curriculum is reflective of First Nation history and culture.” This objective is approached from two angles, one to support First Nation learners and two to support teachers in implementing education about First Nation history, treaties and residential schools. It is expected that all students and teachers in New Brunswick receive education about these topics by 2026. Moving toward reconciliation, this session looks at some historical context, facts and realities and provides practical ways of incorporating indigenous pedagogy to support all learners. It also serves to strengthen culturally responsive practice and offers material for incorporating indigenous perspectives and history into your lessons. Participants should bring a pen, paper and highlighter. repeated in C-04

B-06 Everyday Health On The GoCourtenay Molnar NFS 2024Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Registered Yoga Teacher, Certified Personal Teacher

Maintaining personal health and well-being while constantly on the go is always a struggle. Join Courtenay in learning simple and effective lifestyle, nutritional and supplemental habits that will leave you feeling balanced and energized - ready to take on the day at your best! Participants should bring a pen and notepad. repeated in C-13

B-07 Rigor, Relationships, and Relevance: The New 3R’sKim Campbell NFS CafetoriumDean of Students, Minnesota Metropolitan Area & Education Consultant

Want to create a classroom that is rigorous, relevant, and relationship-based? Attend this session to discuss, dialogue and learn practical strategies to create this classroom. Strategies will include differentiation, higher order thinking skills, and simple ways to build community and relationships. Participants will leave the session with many ideas and strategies to add to their toolboxes.

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B-08 Keeping Kids Accountable in Math ClassDwayne Melanson NFS 2012Teacher, Princess Elizabeth School

Keeping Kids Accountable in Math Class is a concept that I have developed over the past 2 to 3 years. I will go over a “Math Circuit Sheet” that I developed and use to create independence and accountability for the students I teach, as well as, go over some examples of how I collect data through formative assessments and group conversations/observations. I will also briefly discuss Triangulation of Data and how I use it to collect data for the new report cards. I believe that Teaching Math is equal to: Innovation Imagination X Organization divided by Determination and that is what I try to establish in my Math class everyday. Participants should bring a pencil, paper and a thumb drive.

repeated in C-06

B-09 Using PowerTeacher Pro for Tracking Data Christine Dumont NFS 2014PowerTeacher Pro Lead, ASD-S

Would you like to use PowerTeacher Pro for more than creating report cards? Come explore PT Pro as a way of tracking data and assessing your students. Participants should bring a charged laptop. repeated in C-07

B-10 Provincial Improvement PlanningShiral LeBlanc NFS 1080Project Coordinator, Change Leadership: Education Plan and Formal Management Unit

This session will begin with a presentation discussing some of the improvement frameworks from Canada and other jurisdictions. Following the presentation, the presenters will provide an update on the provincial improvement framework development and will also ask participants to engage in an interactive discussion of next steps.

This dialogue will include: • discussions of the improvement framework pilot program;• the preferred components of an effective improvement framework; and• dialogue to identify and mitigate challenges confronted by teachers and administrators

who are participating in school-based improvement planning processes.

B-11 Learning Through Personalization: A Middle School’s Story

Lindsey Allen, Jarrod Baker, Erin Chalk, Cathy Lloyd, Kelly Thibodeau NFS Portable 403Teachers, Shediac Cape School

Learning Through Personalization is a way of thinking and doing that places the learner and their agency at the centre of our decision-making. The goal is to improve learner achievement and competence so that they are prepared for lifelong learning and to contribute to the world around them. Learning through personalization addresses engagement by ensuring that the elements of autonomy, competence, relatedness and relevance are present in the learning experience. This session will focus on how Shediac Cape School, a K-8 school, is using personalization to plan for meeting their students’ needs in and out of the classroom.

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B-12 Creativity and Neurodiversity: Tools for TeachersDarlene Pugsley NFS 2037Educator, Family and Early Childhood, ASD-ERhonda RubinSpeech-Language Pathologist ASD-EJocelyn CampbellOccupational TherapistJosée LeblancPh.D. Candidate, Université de Moncton

This interactive workshop will explore the intersection between creativity and neurodiversity. Participants will gain an understanding of the definition and dimensions of creativity as a construct. We will review several vignettes showing people with diagnoses such as autism, ADHD and dyslexia who are demonstrating the creative strengths inherent in neurodiversity. Participants will explore barriers and challenges to creative thought and expression. They will have opportunities to explore their creativity and imagination based on their personal strengths. They will leave with an action plan utilizing identified strengths and differences for nurturing creativity with neurodiverse learners. Participants should bring a glue stick, a magazine and two pages of card stock.

B-13 Interactive Notebooks Grade 6 MathAmanda Chambers NFS 2035Math Lead for Middle Level (6-8), ASD-S

Find out how to create and use an interactive notebook in your grade 6 math class. The notebooks include activities and lessons for multiple learning styles to help engage your students in the math classroom. Please bring a UBS stick if you wish to have a copy of the materials. repeated in C-09

B-14 Truth or Fiction - Know Your PensionMichael Ketchum NFS 2032Teacher Welfare Services, NBTA

Pension rumors run rampant!! Come to this session and hear the facts about the Teachers’ Pension and your eventual retirement. Topics to be covered are: retirement eligibility, Age Service Index, Retirement Allowance and more.

B-15 My Students as Young Business Owners? Lise Martin-Keilty NFS 2030Teacher, George Street Middle School

This session will look at how to engage kids and take their learning to an entire new level with entrepreneurship education. Lise will present what she does at her school using the Grade 8 Social Studies economics unit, but this can fit into your curriculum in as many ways as you see fit. It has also been added to our provincial education plan in “Objective 9”. Come see ways that you can incorporate this in your curriculum or even as an extracurricular activity at your school. The result: engaged learners that start a business from nothing and make profits for a local charity. Lise uses the Learning Partnership program “Entrepreneurial Adventure”, as well as resources that she and her colleagues have designed. You will leave with all you need to get this started at your school! Participants should bring a memory key for files being shared.

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B-16 Your Financial WellnessKristy MacKinnon NFS Portable 405Member Service, NBTA Credit Union

Sponsored by NBTA Credit Union, this session will discuss topics related to reaching and maintaining financial wellness in your life. repeated in C-11

B-17 Youth TrendsAndrew Middleton NFS GymCEO, Atlantic Youth

Youth Trends is an informative, interactive and entertaining workshop that comes from years of practical real world experience working with youth all over Canada. It is designed to generate awareness, thought and conversation. Through a fun presentation built with storytelling, activity and conversation, this session examines a wide array of current topics affecting youth including sexuality, mental health, addiction, online activities and more. Be prepared to have your assumptions about kids challenged! repeated in C-12

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Half Day Sessions1:00 - 3:00 pm

Please note: there will not be a scheduled afternoon break.

CD-01 Engaging Your Math Students with Kagan Cooperative Learning Structures

Michael Smith NFS 1009Math Teacher, Devon Middle School

Create full student engagement with Kagan Structures—simple yet powerful cooperative learning instructional strategies. Supported by a large body of scientific research and proven effective in countless classrooms, schools and districts, this revolutionary way to teach is transforming teaching and learning. Come experience the power of Kagan Structures. See how easy it is use teamwork and pairs to create a greater level of engagement than you imagined possible, even for your reluctant learners. We’re not talking about group work. We’re talking the real deal and knowing the difference is the difference between engaging some and engaging all students. When we engage all students, they all learn more. They have fewer discipline problems. And because the structures are so cooperative and interactive, they work wonders for students’ social skill development. Come learn easy ways to use Kagan Structures as a part of every lesson, creating greater engagement, deeper understanding of the content, improved retention and greater liking for class and content. If you want more fun in teaching, highly engaged students who love your classroom and elevated test scores, this workshop is for you! Walk away with at least 6 powerful and easy to implement structures and some actual samples that you can use immediately. There will be a draw for Quiz-Quiz-Trade books. Participants should bring a pen and paper. repeat of AB-01

CD-02 Great Minds Think OutsideRoland Chiasson & Serge LaRochelle Meet at NFS GymPast and present non-government, government and professional educators specializing in outdoor education

Great Minds Think Outside is a hands-on, curriculum-linked, outdoor professional development program that gives educators the skills and resources they need to teach their students outside-whatever the subject matter! Great Minds feeds creativity, improves well-being, stimulates appreciation for nature and encourages environmental stewardship through innovative outdoor learning. This program is the first of its kind in New Brunswick! By offering the sessions in a daily work environment, educators discover the possibilities of teaching in their own schoolyard. This session will take place outdoors, so please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. It’s always a good idea to dress in layers. We suggest waterproof boots if the ground may be wet or muddy. Sunscreen may also be wise. There will be some physical activity (e.g. running), but all activities can be adapted to the abilities of participants, so don’t worry! Please bring water. repeat of AB-02

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CD-03 Blanket ExerciseRobina Sharkey NFS 2007 & 2009Teacher, Centreville Community School

This experience will take participants on a walk through the history of the Maliseet people in New Brunswick and develop a deeper understanding of Indigenous concerns.

repeat of AB-03

CD-04 Developing Students’ Questioning Skills to Promote Inquiry and Problem Solving

Cheryl Donovan-White NFS 1002Let’s Talk Science

This hands-on/minds-on session will provide strategies that engage middle school students to generate rigorous and meaningful questions that promote inquiry and problem solving in STEM programs and beyond. Participants have the option to bring a device that can access the internet.

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Divided C Sessions1:00 - 2:15 pm

C-01 Something from NothingJune Leger NFS Potable 401Vice Principal, Lou MacNarin School

Please note: This art session will take place at Northrop Frye School. Many times we are working with limited supplies and funds. How can you make the best out of your art class with scraps, garbage and things others would disregard in order to make awesome art. You will leave with pieces of art and ideas. repeat of B-01

C-02 Personalized Learning Plans: Different Types and Development of PLPs

Tyler Hardy NFS 1037Education Support Teacher - Resource/Autism

In this session we will review provincial policy including components of the Guidelines and Standards: Educational Planning for Students with Diverse Learning Needs. Participants are encouraged to bring a current PLP (remove personal information) to use the Provincial PLP Evaluation Rubric to align their practices with provincial guidelines and standards. Participants should bring a hard copy of a student’s PLP (personal information removed) OR Teacher laptop to access one of their PLPs (for the Provincial PLP Evaluation Rubric activity). Bring copies of EECD’s ‘Guidelines and Standards: Educational Planning for Students with Diverse Learning Needs. repeat of B-02

C-03 I3 - Innovate! Invent! Investigate!Rick Hayward NFS 2016Program Manager, I3 - Innovate! Invent! Investigate! Program, The Learning Partnership

“I3 - Investigate! Invent! Innovate!” is a free program that challenges students to identify a problem and invent a solution. They research a problem, build a prototype and develop a business plan to promote their invention. They showcase their inventions at a culminating Invention Convention. Comprehensive lesson plans and other resources are included, as well as training and ongoing support. It can be integrated into science, technology, engineering, mathematics (STEM), language arts, visual arts and social studies. It cultivates creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, communication and problem-solving skills. The program is available to public school students in English and French. repeat of B-04

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C-04 Reconciliation in New Brunswick Classrooms Katrina Clair NFS 2022First Nation Education Lead

The TRC’s Calls to Action have resulted in Objective 6 of NB’s 10-year education plan. This objective aims to “meet the needs of First Nation Learners and ensure that provincial curriculum is reflective of First Nation history and culture.” This objective is approached from two angles, one to support First Nation learners and two to support teachers in implementing education about First Nation history, treaties and residential schools. It is expected that all students and teachers in New Brunswick receive education about these topics by 2026. Moving toward reconciliation, this session looks at some historical context, facts and realities and provides practical ways of incorporating indigenous pedagogy to support all learners. It also serves to strengthen culturally responsive practice and offers material for incorporating indigenous perspectives and history into your lessons. Participants should bring a pen, paper and highlighter. repeat of B-05

C-05 Be The Change: How to Start a Humanitarian Club in Your School

Lise Martin-Keilty NFS 2030Teacher, George Street Middle School

As teachers, we have a huge impact on the future of our students and the world they live in. Developing global citizenship is an essential skill for students and rewarding teaching experience. However, some may wonder what exactly is ‘global citizenship’? How can we encourage students to be active global citizens and instill a desire to make a positive change in the world? This may seem a daunting task, yet it can be relatively easy. I will take you through our journey at George Street Middle School and how our humanitarian club “Global George” has taken hold of the motto “BE the Change” and are working hard to make the world a better place.

C-06 Keeping Kids Accountable in Math ClassDwayne Melanson NFS 2012Teacher, Princess Elizabeth School

Keeping Kids Accountable in Math Class is a concept that I have developed over the past 2 to 3 years. I will go over a “Math Circuit Sheet” that I developed and use to create independence and accountability for the students I teach, as well as go over some examples of how I collect data through formative assessments and group conversations/observations. I will also briefly discuss Triangulation of Data and how I use it to collect data for the new report cards. I believe that Teaching Math is equal to: Innovation Imagination X Organization divided by Determination and that is what I try to establish in my Math class everyday. Participants should bring a pencil, paper and a thumb drive.

repeat of B-08

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C-07 Using PowerTeacher Pro for Tracking Data Christine Dumont NFS 2014PowerTeacher Pro Lead, ASD-S

Would you like to use PowerTeacher Pro for more than creating report cards? Come explore PT Pro as a way of tracking data and assessing your students. Participants should bring a charged laptop. repeat of B-09

C-08 Apprendre en jouantPeter Manson NFS Portable 404Teacher, George Street Middle School

This session will offer teachers of PIF and FILA a variety of French language starter activities and interactive games. All activities and games presented have been practised and proven in grade 6 through 8 level PIF. Participants to bring a pen and paper.

C-09 Interactive Notebooks Grade 6 MathAmanda Chambers NFS 2035Math Lead for Middle Level (6-8), ASD-S

Find out how to create and use an interactive notebook in your grade 6 math class. The notebooks include activities and lessons for multiple learning styles to help engage your students in the math classroom. Please bring a UBS stick if you wish to have a copy of the materials. repeat of B-13

C-10 New Brunswick Assessment Program: A General Overview

Steve Parks NFS 2032Assessment Team Leader, EECD

A general overview of the assessments in the 10 year plan, how the assessment framework has changed, and how the items are developed for each assessment. The session will also be looking at how the responses are coded/marked and what types of accommodations and exemptions are available to students

C-11 Your Financial WellnessKristy MacKinnon NFS Portable 405Member Service, NBTA Credit Union

Sponsored by NBTA Credit Union, this session will discuss topics related to reaching and maintaining financial wellness in your life. repeat of B-16

C-12 Youth TrendsAndrew Middleton NFS GymCEO, Atlantic Youth

Youth Trends is an informative, interactive and entertaining workshop that comes from years of practical real world experience working with youth all over Canada. It is designed to generate awareness, thought and conversation. Through a fun presentation built with storytelling, activity and conversation, this session examines a wide array of current topics affecting youth including sexuality, mental health, addiction, online activities and more. Be prepared to have your assumptions about kids challenged! repeat of B-17

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C-13 Everyday Health On The GoCourtenay Molnar NFS 2024Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Registered Yoga Teacher, Certified Personal Teacher

Maintaining personal health and well-being while constantly on the go is always a struggle. Join Courtenay in learning simple and effective lifestyle, nutritional and supplemental habits that will leave you feeling balanced and energized - ready to take on the day at your best! Participants should bring a pen and notepad. repeat of B-06

2:30 - 3:00 pmMiddle Level Recognition Awards and Prize

DrawsNorthrop Frye Cafetorium

(Must be present to win or in one of the Full Day or afternoon Half Day sessions.)

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NBTA Middle Level CouncilExecutive Committee

Ryan MacDougall PresidentSarah Brooks Vice President/Awards

Cheryl Richardson Past PresidentDaniel Doucet SecretaryDonna Lagacy Treasurer/On-site Chair

Alison MacEacheron ExhibitsMary McDade InstitutesLynn Skinner Prizes/Curriculum

Tamara Carter Member-at-LargeKristie Garland Member-at-Large

Krista Merrill Member-at-Large

To our wonderful session presenters — We are very grateful that you are so willingly to share your vast expertise. You have all contributed to creating a high quality Council Day program for the middle school teachers of New Brunswick. Thank you.

Thank you to the Planning Committee — Without dedicated and hardworking volunteers NBTA Council Day would not be possible. Thank you so very much to everyone who stepped up to organize every aspect of this amazing program.

Art Strand Committee — We would also like to give a very special thank you to Rachel O’Brien and Jessica Welch for their hours of work and their expertise in organizing a stellar art program!

Host Hotel - Hotel Casino New BrunswickPhone: 1-888-859-7775 or 1-506-861-4661

$139.99 + tax for a regular guest room (up to 4 people)$149.99 + tax for a deluxe guest room (up to 4 people)

The block of rooms will be available until April 3, 2018. Call early to make your reservation to receive this special rate. Remember to cite “NBTA Middle Level Council”.

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Directions to Northrop Frye School:From Fredericton:• Travel to NB-7 S from NB-102 S and Wilsey Rd• Follow Trans-Canada Hwy/NB-2 E to Mountain Rd/NB-126 N in Moncton. Take exit 450 from

Trans-Canada Hwy/NB-2 E• Drive to Ryan St

From Saint John:• Travel to New Brunswick Route 1 E/NB-1 E from Station St/NB-100 E and Somerset St• Continue on New Brunswick Route 1 E/NB-1 E to Moncton. Take exit 450 from Trans-Canada Hwy/

NB-2 E• Drive to Ryan St

From Bathurst:• Travel east on St Andrew St toward Murray Ave/NB-134• Follow NB-8 S and NB-126 S to Charles Lutes Rd in Moncton• Drive to Ryan St

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Directions to Riverview High School:From Fredericton:• Travel to NB-7 S from NB-102 S and Wilsey Rd• Take Trans-Canada Hwy/NB-2 E to Causeway/Findlay Blvd/NB-114 S in Moncton• Continue on Findlay Blvd to your destination in Riverview

From Saint John:• Travel to New Brunswick Route 1 E/NB-1 E from Station St/NB-100 E and Somerset St• Continue on New Brunswick Route 1 E/NB-1 E to Moncton• Continue on Findlay Blvd to your destination in Riverview

From Bathurst:• Travel to NB-11 N from NB-134• Take NB-8 S and NB-11 S to Causeway/Findlay Blvd/NB-114 S in Moncton• Continue on Findlay Blvd to your destination in Riverview

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