News and Events

Check out our new "Resources and Community Events" page - resources for deeper understanding of inclusion and info about upcoming inclusive education events

 For links to Alberta Education's "Action on Inclusion" items visit our "Resources and Community Events" and "Presentation Series Resources" pages.

Presentation Series: When possible, we will now feature links to information and documents discussed at our presentations. Look for the link listed with each presentation's details. 
 
ERC was invited to visit Ukraine to lead Inclusve Education workshops in Lviv and Simferopol. Pictures and detailed report on "Advocacy" page. 

Presentation Series

The Presentation Series Committee plans and implements information sessions which centre on the topics of inclusive education and advocacy.  These sessions would be of interest to parents, teachers, professionals and paraprofessionals.  Speakers for these sessions are selected based on their ability to provide information specific to the wants and needs of the ERC’s members and they must be in support of the ERC’s mission .  
 
This committee is made up of volunteers who take an active role in its activities. New committee members are always welcome. The work of the committee is guided by the ERC’s Steering Committee. 

The ERC’s member organizations support this work primarily by sharing information about upcoming presentations with their members, placing presentation information in newsletters, and by providing the volunteer manpower that is needed.

*** Please note: There is no charge for any ERC presentation. Drop in - registration is not required. ***

 Upcoming Presentations:

    

   "Yearly Conversation and Update with Alberta Education"

 

Past, Present and Future of Inclusive Education for ECS to Grade 12

       

Presenters:

Dianne McConnell, Director Early Learning Branch

Joyce Clayton, Director Inclusive Learning Supports Branch

Alberta Education

 

       When: Tuesday, June 5, 2012

                    7:00 - 9:00 pm

 

       Where: The GRIT Program

                    14930 - 114 Avenue, Edmonton

 

   click here to download detailed flyer

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 2011 - 2012 Presentations:

 

"Creating Opportunities for Friendship"    Presenter: Dr. Heather Raymond, Director, Inclusive Learning, Edmonton Public Schools

  Tuesday, April 3, 2012         7:00 - 9:00 pm

  (click here to download detailed flyer)

  Presentation Resource

 

 "Including Samuel"        Presenters: INspired - Inclusion in Action

 Monday, January 16, 2012        7:00 - 9:00 pm

 (click here to download flyer)

           

   

 "Advocacy Through Collaboration"              Presenters: Leah McRorie and Sandie Price

  Wednesday, October 12, 2011               7:00 - 9:00 pm

  (click here to download flyer)

    

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2010 - 2011 Presentations:
Yearly Update and Conversation with Alberta Education: "Action on Inclusion: Where are we now? Where are we going?
    Speakers: Dianne McConnell & Joyce Clayton, Alberta Education
        
        May 31, 2011      7:00 - 9:00 pm 
        (click here to download flyer)
        Presentation Resources
        
The IPP: What Every Parent Should Know                      Presenter: Sandie Price, Gateway Association
          
             October 26, 2010        7:00 - 9:00 pm
             (click here to download flyer)
 
Inclusive Education: What the Research Says                Presenter: Dr. Dick Sobsey
     Please join us for this very important session for all parents and professionals as we strive to make informed decisions for quality education for our children.

     January 25, 2011        7:00 - 9:00 pm
     (click here to download flyer with contact information and map)

 
Living our Vision for Inclusion

        Tuesday- April 19, 2011 7:00 – 9:00 pm
        (click here to download detailed flyer)

    Presenters: 
    Sharla Masse - Parent
    Barb Reid - Executive Director, The GRIT Program
    Colin Saby - Inclusive Education Consultant, AACL

    Parents consistently report that a "Vision Statement" is a valuable tool that opens doors and builds understanding.  Plan to join us.   Take time to reflect on what is most important, how to communicate it to others and make it real in your child’s life. If you have a previous vision statement, bring it to share/ update.