Professional Development
Conferences/Opportunities

Attn: French-Language Teachers
Teacher Study

University of Ottawa
Participate in a study on the shortage of teachers in French-language schools in minority settings. The study is sponsored by the Canadian Teachers Federation. For more information visit: https://mailchi.mp/ef1f0f044ee2/participate-in-new-research

Nov. 16, 2019
Technology Education  Council Biennial General Meeting

This will be a professional learning opportunity day on the topic of Math and Coding for Grades K-8 as well as the election of the TESIC Executive Committee.
NLESD District Conference Centre, St. John’s NL. If you are interested in attending fill out the Expression of Interest Form HERE.

Nov. 20-22, 2019
National Gathering for Indigenous Education

This annual gathering is for educators who work with Indigenous students to improve K-12 educational outcomes.
Toronto, ON. For more information visit: https://indspire.ca/national-gathering.

January 23-24, 2020
Children’s Autism Services of Edmonton 12th Annual Autism Conference

Edmonton River Cree Resort. You will have an opportunity to: meet and hear from amazing speakers including Dr. Stephen Shore, Dr. Amy Laurent, Dr. Jody Carrington, and more; learn about building relationships with students with autism, dealing with sleep and feeding challenges at home, addressing emotional regulation in the classroom, exploring neurodiversity; participate in a parent networking luncheon and a VIP breakfast; and view a free screening of “Autism Goes to College” facilitated by Dr. Jan Blacher. Join us in person at the Edmonton River Cree Resort or participate by webcast to view many of the sessions from anywhere. Check out our website for more info www.childrensautism.ca. To register visit https://childrensautism.ca/event/12th-annual-autism-conference/#registration

May 1, 2020
Teacher Librarians of NL Council Connect 2020 Conference

St. John’s NL. For more information contact: Leigh Borden at leighborden@nlesd.ca