Gulf Islands Professional Development
Professional Development Opportunities for 2024/25
UPCOMING EVENTS
District Day Poster (2).pdfDistrict ProD Day!
Mandt Poster Feb 9 & 10 2024.pdfMandt Training
Tapestry Conference
Organized by Cowichan, Victoria, Sooke and Saanich ProD Committees
February 16th, 2024
Engaging all learners in the middle years.pdfEngaging All Learnings in the Middle Years
Fostering literacy in multi-age primary classrooms.pdfFostering Literacy in Multi-Age Primary Classrooms
BCTF Pension Plan Seminars
Pension plan seminars will be held every Wednesday, from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m., in November, starting November 1, 2023.
Members may access the live seminars via Zoom using the link below:
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87344950598?pwd=YWVqNkVvN25mRDBJTTA4aUJSZ1h3QT09
If members are not able to attend the live seminars, the pre-recorded full webinars and mini-seminars will be available on the BCTF YouTube channel.
Members can call 604-871-1949 if they have any questions related to the Teachers’ Pension Plan, Canada Pension Plan, and/or Old Age Security
Oct 20 OT PRO D.pdfLearning Services
BCTF Teacher Magazine Call for Contributions
Opportunity to be apart of a collective highlight of actions teachers are taking to address Truth and Reconciliation Day (Sept 20, 2023).
Simple email your name, what you teach, and one idea for what you are doing for Sept. 30, 2023 send to Sunjum Jhaj (sjhaj@bctf.ca) before the end of July.
Green And Orange Geometric Online Business Conference Flyer 2.pdfChris Arnett at WEN,NA,NEC
April 28, 2023
9-11:30am walk and talk; 11:30-12:15 lunch and chat
WEN, NA, NEC (Beaver Point Indian Reserve) Salt Spring Island
Sponsored by GITA; CUPE and Admin $30
en-anti-racism-education-bc.pdfNew Resource:
Anti-Racism: A Guide for Teachers
Ministry of Education and Child Care
4children.ca
BCAMT: Inclusion in Math Education - A Space to Belong
Participants in the series will listen to NCSM podcast #68 "#DeleteDeficitThinking: How changing beliefs can transform our mathematics classrooms"
before the discussion on March 8th.
Then, join us 4:30-5:30pm via Zoom to discuss how the ideas in the podcast can contribute to inclusion in our own math classrooms.
The session will be hosted by Jess Kyle and Darcy House of the BCAMT executive.
To register and receive the Zoom link, please fill out this form https://forms.gle/TkyfvWv6yTRTwgBt7.
Provincial Intermediate and Middle Years Teachers' Association
myPITA Spring Conference 2023
Friday, May 5, 2023 in Whistler Featuring Adrienne Gear
Winter 2023
District ProD Day
February 10th, 2023
At GISS On Salt Spring
For more information and to register click here
January 2023 Mandt Training Flyer 2022-12-16 03_53_15.pdfMandt Training
January 20 & 21, 2023
Salt Spring Island: Learning HUB
8:30am-3:00pm
To register: email Cathy Walker before January 6th, 2023, at cwalker@sd64.org
Fall 2022
“Understanding your Benefits and Pension Income in Retirement” An Essential Workshop
from the BC Retired Teachers Association
The important decisions that will determine your retirement lifestyle should not be made at the last minute as you fill out your forms. This seminar will prepare you to confidently make choices that are right for you.
The workshops are free and online. You get great planning materials along with answers to questions you have about your retirement.
Please pre-register at https://bcrta.ca/workshop.
The agenda includes: Teachers’ Pension Plan, Canada Pension Plan, Old Age Security, and voluntary group benefits. Information about choosing your group benefits (dental, extended health and travel). We show some of the differences between the plans and help equip you to select the plan that best suits your needs.
Educators-and-School-Leaders-for-Antiracism-and-Equity-20221105-1 (1).pdfAntiracism and Equity 2-day Workshop
November 5 & 12
9am-2pm
Online
Free
University of British Columbia (UBC)
Provincial Specialist Association Day
For the upcoming Provincial Professional Development Day October 21st, check out all of the many offerings taking place throughout the province:
You’ve likely heard of culturally responsive math education (CRME). But what about culturally responsive math assessment! How can we assess students’ mathematical knowledge and competencies through the practices of CRME?
Date: Wednesday, November 2
Time: 3:30pm - 4:45pm (PDT)
Format: Virtual
Audience: Teachers
Cost: Free
Register by: Friday, October 31
On line Pro D resources for SD64 staff[18062].docxInclusive and Early Years ProD Options
Upcoming PRO D options with an Inclusive and Early learning lens
Curated by Cathy Walker and Megan Cameron
The Well Teacher Group provides educators the time and space to work with their colleagues and a trained wellness facilitator to work on their wellness. This new program was developed by Wade Repta, author of the book The Well Teacher, on which the program is based.
Every Thursday beginning November 3 to December 8, 2022
4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Presented by the Greater Victoria Down Syndrome Society in partnership with DSRF
Cost: October 21, 2022
Location: Mary Winspear Centre
Time: 9am - 4:30pm
Cost: $150
Online Conversations
The Assessment Consortium of British Columbia is hosting a series of free, virtual, drop-in conversations on assessment:
No link to a website, etc.; all information is on image
Online event
Spring 2022
Online Pension Seminars
For the next five Tuesdays, starting May 31 and ending June 28, Sarbrinder (Sarb) Singh Lalli will be presenting an online pension seminar to help members learn about their pension plan, their pension options, and factors to consider when planning for retirement.
All seminars are at 4 pm Pacific time and via Zoom.
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87344950598pwd=YWVqNkVvN25mRDBJTTA4aUJSZ1h3QT09
Adventure Education Post-degree.pdfAdventure Education
Post-Degree Diploma
Camosun College
Beginning July 2022
Advance your French language skills quickly in UBC's immersive Summer Institutes
Science World Professional Development
Science World is running a free professional development session on Wednesday, May 25 to explore how mathematics can be taught through the block-coding platform Scratch from 5–6:30 pm. In this session you will:
· Learn the basics of Scratch
· Look at a variety of issues related to mathematics education
· Create fun and engaging classroom math projects
See https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/tech-up-teaching-math-with-scratch-professional-development-tickets-330825667477 for more information and to register for this session.
Keynote Speaker: Chris Arnett
The Past is a Guide to the Future: Teaching Indigenous History in School District 64
Morning and Afternoon Workshops:
SD64 Teachers, Galiano Conservancy, Dr. Juliana Negreiros, Marcia Burton, Robin Jenkinson, and more!
The link to register is on the District PD Day website, but also here: District PD Day 2022 Registration
Please register by Friday, January 28th as that is when we will report numbers to our presenters and any low attendance workshops might be cancelled at that point. Registration will continue until Feb 11th, but with possibly less workshops to choose from.
All of the Zoom links will be posted on the home page of our District PD Day website Feb 11 to access the keynote and workshops.
Huge thank you to our District PD Planning Committee for their thoughtful planning, coordination, and enthusiasm: Cheryl Boland, Jess Willows, Megan Cameron, Elaine Jacobson, and Jessica Reveley!!
Local Opportunity
8-week Online Mindful Self-Compassion Training
January 24 - March 14
Teachers: Barb Regasz & Marcia Burton
Please contact Marcia for registration: marciaburton369@gmail.com
Poster-BC Teachers' Institute on Parliamentary Democracy.pdfBC Legislative Assembly Institute
BC Teachers' Institute on Parliamentary Democracy
February 15-19, 2022
(Application deadline Dec. 15, 2021)
2-day Advanced Training Workshop: Collaborative and Proactive Solutions
Feb 24-25, 2022
9am-4pm
Online
Lauren Maclean Jan 14.pdfSchool-Based PD Day Event
Fernwood is organizing a session with Lauren Maclean and we are all invited!! (See your PD rep for more information)
January, 11, 2022
9-12 on Zoom
To register email: jwillows@sd64.org
Fall 2021
November 25-26, 2021
Online
October 22, 2021 is PSA (Provincial Specialist Association) Day! There are many different events happening all over the province - click on the picture above for more information!
On-Going Speaker Series
This is a FREE learning series proudly presented by the Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools, in collaboration with UBC Press and their authors as part of TRC Call to Action #57. The series will be recorded and available for ongoing educational purposes and deeper learning.
October 2021 - June 2022
EducationforReconciliationProD5[12530].pdfEducation for Reconciliation
Outside, in person event facilitated by Dorianna Chessa & Steven Ward
Friday, Oct 22, 2021
9am-3pm
all are welcome, LGBTQI2S, BIPOC and persons with disabilities email to register: outdoorwellnessandleadership@gmail.com
Location: Peter Arnell Park (and beyond) on the unceded territory of the Hul'q'umi'num' and SENĆOŦEN speaking peoples (Salt Spring Island).
Cost: $75
Working with Indigenous Artists in the Classroom
Friday, October 22, 2021
10am -12pm
Join master carver Doug LaFortune and elder Kathy LaFortune alongside weaver Deb George and elder Ron George in conversation with UVic Department of Indigenous Education professor Carmen Rodriguez de France as they discuss how to bring Coast Salish teaching and practices to K-12 students through partnerships with artists and Indigenous cultural workers. This Zoom session will be interactive so bring your questions!
Free and limited to 20 people | Register here
Wild-Mind-Poster-Oct-2021[12483].pdfWild Mind
A Nature and Mindfulness Workshop
Friday, Oct 22, 2021
9am-3pm
To register click here
Location: Camp Thunderbird (Sooke)
Cost $85
Spring 2021
Educators Day_EN-FR.pdfCanadian Meteorological and Oceanographic Society
Online
UVIC: BC Mindfulness Summit
June 4-6, 2021 Online
Full conference $150; weekend $100
Raun Kaufman Poster 2.pdfRaun Kaufman: Autism Breakthrough - Realizing the Potential of Your Autistic Child
(All online)
Multi-PSA Spring Conference
Friday, May 21, 2021 (online)
Math-Symposium.pdfJo Chrona Announcement.pdfJo Chrona
Beyond the Poster on the Wall - Indigenous Education in BC
April 23rd, 9-12 on Zoom
To register contact your School ProD Rep or email Jess Willows jwillows@sd64.org
Mandt April 23 2021 training flyer.pdfMandt Training
April 23, 8am-3pm on Zoom
To register contact Cathy Walker (cwalker@sd64.org)
BlendEd BC Symposium
Workshop Webinar Reminder to locals.pdfBCTF Retirement Webinars
Please pre-register at https://bcrta.ca/workshop
April 21 4-5:30pm
May 12 4-5:30pm
May 26 7-8:30pm
June 2 4-5:30pm
Organized by the Gulf Islands Teachers Association Professional Development Committee
Contributing sponsor: CUPE
March 5th, 2021*: On Zoom
Please register before February 19th.
Questions? Please email jwillows@sd64.org
*Note date change from original calendar date of Feb 26; this is to accommodate speakers' schedules.
Winter 2021
BCTF New Teachers Conference (Virtual)
For teachers with 5 years or less teaching experience:
Feb 26, 2021
Registration fee $25
Two renowned Keynote Speakers will present on Indigenous issues – John Lagimodiere and Dr Shauneen Pete
Two sessions of 25 workshops (a total of 50 workshops) on a great variety of topics including Health and Safety, Know Your Rights, Aboriginal Education, French Education, Social Justice, and many more.
An exhibitors’ hall presenting high quality and updated teaching resources.
Wellness activities during lunch break with Yoga and Zumba led by professional instructors.
Prizes! There will be fabulous prizes to win!
How to be an Antiracist in our Schools[8547].docxBC Teachers Federation
How to be an Antiracist in our Schools, Unions, and Communities
Jan 15, 2021
1-3pm
On Zoom
Contact Janice Parker: jparker@sd64.org to register
SD64 POPEY Flyer - Jan. 15-2021.pdfProvincial Outreach Program for Early Years
Weaving Social Emotional Learning and the Core Competencies into Literature Learning
Jan 15, 2021
9-11:30am
On Zoom
Fall 2020
Math Daily 3
with Jeannie DeBoice
This is a school-based ProD on the Math Daily 3 framework (target focus K-5)
November 27th, 9-11am, via Zoom, price per participant TBD
For more information and to register, contact Myriah Michaux: mmichaux@sd64.org
Sierra Club
This is a school-based ProD entitled: "Seeing Through the Watcher's Eyes"
November 27th, 8:30am-12:30pm, via zoom, $50/participant
For more information and to register, contact Kim Kucille: kkucille@sd64.org
The link above takes you to PSA Day 2020, a website with links to all of the BCTF Provincial Specialist Associations and their planned events for our Provincial Professional Development Day:
October 23, 2020
All conferences and workshops will be held virtually. I've also created a document (to the right) with all of the conferences listed, described, and including links to the conference websites.
October 2020 conferences.pdfWild Mind Poster Oct 2020[5218].pdfWild Mind
ProD Opportunity at Camp Thunderbird
Oct 23, 2020
8:30am -3:00pm
$80
POPEY After-School Workshops Flyer.pdfProvincial Outreach Program for Early Years
Fall 2020 After-School FREE Online Literacy Workshops
Oct 23, Nov 13, Nov 27
3:15-4:15pm
Safety, Wellbeing, and Learning: Uplifting Parents, Colleagues, and Children
A day with Barbara Coloroso and more!
October 23, 2020
9am-3pm
Friday, October 23, 2020
8:30am - 3:00pm
Changing the Culture 2020
September 2, 2020
Mandt Sept 2020 training flyer[3399].pdfThe Mandt System Training
September 1, 2020 8am - 3pm
Facilitated by Joni Van Ommen, Tom Langdon, Sue Anne Donaldson and Cathy Walker
Please email Cathy Walker (cwalker@sd64.org) to register
Summer 2020
St Michaels University School (SMUS) and Future Design School (FDS) have collaborated to offer our first Future Skills Institute to respond to the needs of students and teachers in a remote learning setting.
August 26, 2020, 9:00 am - 3:30 pm, Cost: $295
Includes:
3 hours of synchronous and 3 hours of asynchronous professional development
Downloadable material
Debrief and summary notes
Joyful Literacy Summit (K-5)
The Global Centre for Pluralism, in partnership with the Canadian Commission for UNESCO, is offering two-hour virtual professional development sessions for Canadian teachers on how to have conversations about race in the classroom.
These sessions will be available at the beginning of July and end of August. To register for a 2-hour session, please contact: education@pluralism.ca.
The NCTM is offering 100 days of professional learning via webinars.
You can view previously recorded sessions or sign up for upcoming sessions through May - July.
Ongoing/Available anytime
This is a free course on racialized trauma that can be taken at anytime.
Science World On-Going Workshops for Educators
We are hosting weekly sessions for educators on Fridays at 2pm PDT featuring different topics and we have professional development workshops scheduled on Mondays and Friday mornings through to the end of the school year. The sessions are free; interested teachers can register for sessions through this link. We also have a dedicated portal for educators on our website available here.
Spring 2020
If we want to be ready for evaluation and reporting, we need to make sure we are Getting to Reliable and Valid Evidence of Learning.
Friday, May 8, 2020 at 10am
Including a number of keynote speakers, workshop presenters and panelists. You can sign up for as many or as few events as you would like. Registration is free. One of the keynote speakers is Trevor McKenzie (local teacher and writer on inquiry approaches) and another is Jo Boaler (U of Stanford professor and founder of YouCubed).
A-New-Digital-Literacy Online Conference.pdfOrganized by Lets Talk Science
This summit is designed for Canadian educators; registration is free.
Open the above document, then click on any sessions you are interested to register. You can sign up for as many or as few as you would like.
April 24th Pro-D - Karmen Krahn[1611].pdfKarmen Krahn
Janice Novakowski
Connecting with SD64 Teachers
Friday April 24th 10:30am - 12:30pm
via Zoom
To register please email jwillows@sd64.org
Janice April 24.pdfPaul Johnson and Marc Wright
This is a sign up for a workshop on April 24 or April 28 from 1:30-3:30pm
District ProD Day
February 28, 2020
Salt Spring Island Middle School
Keynote and workshop with Terry Small
Morning and afternoon workshops with: Gulf Islands Teachers, Science World, the Galiano Conservancy, and more!
Register by Feb 19*: email Cheryl Boland (cboland@sd64.org) with your workshop selections and any dietary restrictions.
(*Note: registration fee is $50 for colleagues not in GITA)
Setting Foundations for Literacy
April 17, 2020
Bear Mountain Resort, Victoria, BC
8:30am - 4:30pm
February 2020
Date: February 14, 2020
Location: Surrey School District Office
Time: 9:00am – 3:00pm
Presenters: Eli Luberoff (CEO and founder of Desmos - via live video), Patty Stevens, Marc Garneau, Sue Robinson, Josh Giesbrecht
Desmos Workshop Flyer[3940].pdfFeb 20-21, 2020
Sheraton Hotel, Vancouver
Crosscurrents 2020 Poster.pdfJanuary 2020
A New Digital Literacy for Teachers
University of Victoria, BC
Jan 25th 9am - 3pm
Janice Jan 17.pdfJanice Novakowski
Connecting the Dots in Mathematics Teaching and Learning: Elements of BC's Redesigned Curriculum
POSTPONED UNTIL APRIL 24th, 2020
Brooke Moore
Goal Setting and Learning Targets Workshop
January 17, 2020
Galiano Island Community School
9am - 3:45pm
Register by Jan 7 by emailing Megan Cameron mcameron@sd64.org
Jan 17th Pro-D - goal setting & learning targets.pdf
January 25th in Richmond
May 23 in Nelson
No cost to new members!
November & December 2019
Enhancing Personal and Professional Well-Being
GISS, Salt Spring
December 6th
One Day workshop VIHA.pdfSET-BC Nov. 22 Pro-D poster.pdfSet BC Workshop on Book Creator and Comic Life
Salt Spring
November 22
Vancouver Island Technology for Learning Summit
Victoria, BC
November 22
Child Honouring Workshop
University of Victoria
November, 22
October 2019
Full list of all BCTF Provincial Specialist Association Conferences for 2018-2019
Most conferences take place on the October 25th Provincial Professional Development Day
psa conferences.pdf
Northwest Math Conference
Tacoma, Washington
October 10-12
Vancouver Island Learning Network
ADST, Design Thinking, Computational Thinking, Coding and More Conference
Nanaimo, BC
October 18 and 19
VILN Tech Workshop.pdf
Primary Teachers Association
October 24 & 25
Nanaimo, BC
BCTELA-2019-brochure.pdfBC Teachers of English Language Arts Conference
Surrey, BC
October 25
Summer 2019
Saint Michaels University Junior School
Victoria, BC
August 22 & 23
Science Camp for Teachers on Galiano Island!
August 16-18, 2019
It’s three days of workshops, collaboration, and outdoor fun for teachers who specialize in the science curriculum. Through guest speakers, hands-on workshops, group discussion (and, of course, hiking, exploring, and eating together) we will share ways to bring the science curriculum to life.
SavetheDatePoster.pdfConference at UNBC August 28-29