MPTCA 2025: Full Schedule

Greetings and a warm welcome to the 2025 Mighty Peace Teachers’ Convention!

Convention will be held at Charles Spencer High School (CS) and St. Joseph Catholic High School (SJ), with some off-site sessions as well.

MPTC Wifi password: Mighty2025

Here are a few key points to get you started:

Keeping informed about MPTC 2025- The most up to date information is posted on our website and in our Facebook Group. Keep an eye on our posts and emails for upcoming social events, speakers, and contests. These opportunities will provide valuable insights, resources, and networking possibilities.
Read the February Newsletter.
Build your schedule - Be sure to read the descriptions!: Please note that adding a session to your schedule DOES NOT guarantee you a seat in the room. We allow attendees to select multiple sessions per time slot when creating their schedule to allow for maximum flexibility on the day of Convention. All sessions are first come, first served, unless otherwise stated in the session description. Some sessions are double sessions and some require pre-registration and may have a fee to cover costs of materials. Please read and follow the instructions in the descriptions. We are excited to include several off-site sessions this year, so be sure to check the location as well.

3. New schedule - There are four time slots when sessions are held on each day. Sessions are 70 minutes long and there is 20 minutes between sessions to allow time to get to the other venue(s) if necessary.
Session 1: 9am-10:10am
Session 2: 10:30am-11:40am
Lunch 11:40am-12:40pm
Session 3: 12:40pm-1:50pm
Session 4: 2:10pm-3:20pm

Teachers’ Conventions are organized by volunteer teachers from each of the participating locals.
If you are interested in joining the MPTCA Board, please contact your local president.

10:30am MST

Special Olympics Alberta Summer Games

Friday March 7, 2025 10:30am - 11:40am MST

CS 223

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This will be an informative session that highlights the Special Olympics' impact on fostering inclusivity, community engagement, and personal development for individuals with intellectual disabilities. It will provide educators with insights into how participation in the Special Olympics transforms lives, enhances social and emotional learning, and builds confidence both on and off the field.

Accompanied by a Special Olympics Athlete Ambassador, we will share real-life stories of overcoming challenges, teamwork, and personal growth. Educators will learn practical ways to bring the spirit of inclusion and empowerment into their classrooms and schools. Together, we will explore how teachers can support and encourage students of all abilities to thrive through sports and community involvement.

Session Objectives:
1. Inclusion
2. Intellectual Disabilities

Speakers

Lisa Kerkhof

Friday March 7, 2025 10:30am - 11:40am MST
CS 223 20 Knowledge Way, Grande Prairie, AB

Division 2/ Grades 4-6, Diversity Equity & Human Rights, Health & Wellness, Inclusive Education | Division 3/ Grades 7-9, Diversity Equity & Human Rights, Health & Wellness, Inclusive Education | Division 4/ Grades 10-12, Diversity Equity & Human Rights, Health & Wellness, Inclusive Education

12:40pm MST

Growth Mindset in the Classroom - Learn from an Olympian

Friday March 7, 2025 12:40pm - 1:50pm MST

CS 223

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I can't do that YET! How can teachers help introduce and incorporate a growth mindset into their classroom culture? Turnkey and concrete examples will be explored, giving you tools and strategies to use right away and throughout the school year to build perseverance and hope in your students. Co-presented by a Mighty Peace teacher and an Olympic athlete.

Session Objectives:
1. Gain concrete tools and strategies to bring back to your classroom for immediate use
2. Understand how to inspire growth mindset in your students through real life examples
3. Discover how Olympic athletes stay focused on their goals despite obstacles, and how this translates to your students

Speakers

Andrea Dion

Friday March 7, 2025 12:40pm - 1:50pm MST
CS 223 20 Knowledge Way, Grande Prairie, AB