Friday, October 27

10:30am - 11:30am

Capacity: 40

Session A

A1: O2 Round Table

Meg Sawlor, SSRCE Youth Pathways Consultant

All O2 teachers are invited to join a discussion outlining curriculum ideas, program successes and challenges. This is a rare opportunity to discuss O2 with others from around the province.

10:30am - 11:30am

Capacity: 40

Session A

A2: New Safety Protocols for Skilled Trades and Technology Education

Don Hill, Career Pathways Consultant, Department of Education and Early Childhood Development

This session will provide teachers an overview of the brand new Safety Protocols for Skilled Trades and Technology Education document implemented in September 2023. The document provides a summary of best practices in Skilled Trades and Technology Education learning spaces.

10:30am - 11:30am

Capacity: 40

Session A

A3: NSCC Tour

NSCC Faculty & Students

Participants will go on a 1-hour guided tour of McCarthy Hall Library & media labs, Forrester Hall, and the former Centennial Pool building, which has been converted to a multi-purpose trades learning space. Note: NSCC is directly across the street from the host hotel.

10:30am - 11:30am

Capacity: 6

Session A

A4: Get to Know the Mini Lathe

Terry Ryan & Chris Phillips, Veteran Tech Ed Teachers

Join Terry and Chris for a hands-on learning lab in the grand ball room to make a wood turned project using the mini lathe. Beginners and veterans welcome from P-12

10:30am - 11:30am

Capacity: 30

Session A

A5: The Modern Classroom Approach

Tony Eaton, O2 Lead/Tech Ed/Math Teacher, River Hebert District School

The Modern Classroom Project is an instructional model created to meet the needs of every student in your classroom regardless of grade level, subject matter, or background using a blended, self-paced, mastery-based approach to teaching that is adaptable and allows teachers to spend more time building relationships with students and providing more one on one support.  This presentation will give educators a brief overview of how the model is designed to work, the impacts the model can have on students and teachers and provide resources for teachers to begin shaping their own Modern Classrooms.

10:30am - 11:30am

Capacity: 15

Session A

A6: VR Simulation (French session)

Patrick Poupart, Tech Ed Teacher, Etoile de L’acadie

La réalité augmentée et virtuelle s’invite de plus en plus dans nos salles de classe. Nouveau vecteur pour partager le savoir, cet atelier a pour but de vous introduire dans ce que cet univers peut vous offrir dans les métiers spécialisés comme dans en classe traditionnelle. Camera 360 degrés, casque virtuel et Merge cube seront à l’honneur. Apportez votre ordinateur pour une plus grande interaction si vous le désirez.

10:30am - 11:30am

Capacity: 25

Session A

A7: Digital Photography & Video Production

Neil Stephenson, Pro Division Representative, Canon Canada & Scott Legge, Video Teacher, Brilliant Labs, NB

Join the folks from Canon for a session on digital photography and video, including how to improve student confidence, social and critical thinking skills. Canon partners with Brilliant Labs, and a New Brunswick teacher who brought students to interview participants on the red carpet at the Juno Awards. Participants will learn project planning, collaborative working skills, visual literacy and community connections for students.

10:30am - 11:30am

Capacity: 12

Session A

A8: My Blueprint

Jamie MacDonald, Career Pathways Consultant, Department of Education & Early Childhood Development

My Blueprint is a web-based Canadian software package that allows students to build portfolios, resumes, research careers, course requirements, and anything related to planning their future. Bring your device for a hands-on learning opportunity with Jamie MacDonald to learn the basics and beyond of My Blueprint. 4-12 teachers welcome.

Session ABC

ABC1: Build a Puppet Theatre

Mark Johnston, Red Seal Carpenter, Tech Ed Teacher, Cobequid Educational Centre

Participants leave the conference hall for CEC production lab for the day

Attention Elementary Teachers! Here is a great opportunity for you to build a puppet theatre for your classroom and take it home at the end of the workshop. Participants will spend the day in the wood lab with a red seal carpenter, Tech Ed teacher who will take them through the build process of a table-top puppet theatre.

AGM

1:00pm - 2:00pm

Capacity: 40

Session B

B1: Duties and Responsibilities of a Co-op Teacher

Tom McCutcheon, Youth Pathways Consultant, HRCE

All Co-op teachers can use a refresher on the in’s and out’s of Co-op. This session will provide insight into School Insurance issues, risk assessment, challenges, finding quality placements, shared placements, and other duties. Participants should come with their questions as well.

1:00pm - 2:00pm

Capacity: 10

Session B

B2: CNC for Everyone

Sam Evanson, Tech Ed Teacher, (New) Bedford Broad Street High School

This is a hands-on session for anyone wanting to get their CNC machine running, trouble shoot with Sam about issues you may be having, and learn the steps in creating a project with students.

1:00pm - 2:00pm

Capacity: 25

Session B

B3: Digital Design and Maker Ed Activities

Katie Creelman, Technology Integration Specialist

Explore ideas that integrate technology using a variety of digital programs and Maker Ed materials to achieve curriculum outcomes within your Tech Ed program or other P-8 classrooms. Examples include button/magnet making, Make-Do construction kits, robotics, digital storytelling, animation and more! P-8 Adaptations can be made. 

1:00pm - 2:00pm

Capacity: 16

Session B

B4: STEAM for Elementary

Sarah Ryan & Co., Brilliant Labs Coordinator

Brilliant Labs offers impactful and transformative programs for P-12 students. Interdisciplinary, hands-on, project-based learning meets character building and community connections all while supercharging the curriculum. The world's foremost high school STEAM experience; coding in the classroom; grants; mentors; Brilliant Labs has it all! Come and join us for a session on P-6.

1:00pm - 2:00pm

Capacity: 40

Session B

B5: Skilled Trades Round Table

Don Hill, Career Pathways Consultant, Department of Education & Early Childhood Development

Calling all Skilled Trades Teachers! This is an opportunity to come together to discuss curriculum, instruction, assessment, challenges and successes. This informal round table is an opportunity to bring questions and ideas to the group. Discussion will be hosted by Don Hill.

1:00pm - 2:00pm

Capacity: 25

Session B

B6: Digital Photography & Video Production

Neil Stephenson, Pro Division Representative, Canon Canada & Scott Legge, Video Teacher, Brilliant Labs, NB

Join the folks from Canon for a session on digital photography and video, including how to improve student confidence, social and critical thinking skills. Canon partners with Brilliant Labs, and a New Brunswick teacher who brought students to interview participants on the red carpet at the Juno Awards. Participants will learn project planning, collaborative working skills, visual literacy and community connections for students.

1:00pm - 2:00pm

Capacity: 40

Session B

B7: Creative coding in the classroom with SuperNOVA

SuperNOVA Reps

Coding inspires creativity and has infinite applications. This hands-on session will give you further experience with the educational technology that you have access to in your schools, with an emphasis on the ways it can be integrated across your entire curriculum, from physics and biology to art and storytelling.  No prior experience with Codey Rocky, Sphero, or Dash necessary.

1:00pm - 2:00pm

Capacity: 6

Session B

B8: Get to Know the Mini Lathe

Terry Ryan & Chris Phillips, Veteran Tech Ed Teachers

Join Terry and Chris for a hands-on learning lab in the grand ball room to make a wood turned project using the mini lathe. Beginners and veterans welcome from P-12

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Capacity: 25

Session C=THIS SESSION IS CANCELED! 

C1: Using Minecraft Education

Cole Cormier, Tech Ed Teacher, Bible Hill Jr. High School

Participants will learn how to use Minecraft EDU to teach a variety of concepts, including design, through a practical hands on approach. Participants will learn the game mechanics, try out a lesson, and practice. There will also be an opportunity for questions. Bring your own tech, with Minecraft EDU downloaded. (Optional: bring a mouse). Observing is also an options if you wish.

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Capacity: 25

Session C

C2: Hide Glue & Shellac

Jason Balcom

Traditional gluing and finishing techniques for the classroom: A workshop offering the fundamentals in traditional hide glue, its uses, and best applications suited for student needs. We will look at traditional finishing techniques that can be applied and dried within the same class to cut down on project time.

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Capacity: 20

Session C

C3: WeVideo

Andrew Gallant

This session will help beginner and intermediate users of WeVideo and cover things such as the basics of making a video or podcast. In addition, you will learn how to record voices, add music, import pictures, and how to create a green screen news report with titles and transitions. 

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Capacity: 30

Session C

C4: Grade 7-8 Integrating Career Education in Curriculum

Meg Sawler, Youth Pathways Consultant, SSRCE

Join Meg in reviewing outcomes in grades 7 and 8 where career education can be integrated to provide more meaningful learning for middle school students. This interactive session will provide participants with practical examples and materials for teaching and learning.

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Capacity: 40

Session C

C5: Occupational Health and Safety Resources for High School Teachers

Sterling Kendall & Blaise MacNeil, Safety Advisors, Department of Labour, Skills & Immigration

Safety Advisors have worked with partners to develope a 1-hour youth focused, relatable, interactive awareness session for students in O2, Tech Ed, Skilled Trades, and Co-op.. Safety Advisors will provide an overview of this resource, and discuss OHS rights, responsibilities, and how to access free training to enhance their employability.

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Capacity: 6

Session C

C6: Get to Know the Mini Lathe

Terry Ryan & Chris Phillips, Veteran Tech Ed Teachers

Join Terry and Chris for a hands-on learning lab in the grand ball room to make a wood turned project using the mini lathe. Beginners and veterans welcome from P-12

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Capacity: 25

Session C

C7: Digital Design and Maker Ed Activities

Katie Creelman, Technology Integration Specialist

Explore ideas that integrate technology using a variety of digital programs and Maker Ed materials to achieve curriculum outcomes within your Tech Ed program or other P-8 classrooms. Examples include button/magnet making, Make-Do construction kits, robotics, digital storytelling, animation and more! P-8 Adaptations can be made. 

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Capacity: 12

Session C

C8: My Blueprint

Jamie MacDonald, Career Pathways Consultant, Department of Education & Early Childhood Development

My Blueprint is a web-based Canadian software package that allows students to build portfolios, resumes, research careers, course requirements, and anything related to planning their future. Bring your device for a hands-on learning opportunity with Jamie MacDonald to learn the basics and beyond of My Blueprint. 4-12 teachers welcome.

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Capacity: 10

Session C

C9: CNC for Everyone

Sam Evanson, Tech Ed Teacher, (New) Bedford Broad Street High School

This is a hands-on session for anyone wanting to get their CNC machine running, trouble shoot with Sam about issues you may be having, and learn the steps in creating a project with students.

Closing

Friday, October 27

1:00pm - 3:00pm

Capacity: 10

Session BC

BC1: NSCC International Business Program

Participants will engage with a panel of alumni and students to find out details of this program offered at the Truro Campus. Participants are invited to drop in to ask questions and find out more through interactive participation.

1:00pm - 3:00pm

Capacity: 10

Session BC

BC2: NSCC Criminal Justice/Law and Security Program

Participants will engage in a tactics demo while finding out details of the Criminal Justice/Law and Security Program.

1:00pm - 3:00pm

Capacity: 10

Session BC

BC3: Practical Nursing/Continuing Care Program

Participants will engage with students and faculty while participating in hands-on learning opportunities within the program of Practical Nursing and Continuing Care in the model hospital learning space.

1:00pm - 3:00pm

Capacity: 10

Session BC

BC4: Introduction to Resilience/Wellness

Social Services faculty take participants through an interaction session that can be very useful for teachers and students.

1:00pm - 3:00pm

Capacity: 10

Session BC

BC5: IT Systems/Web Programming

Participants will interact with students and faculty  to find out details within the Information Technology Systems and Web Programming, while finding out the hardware and software applications that students use.

1:00pm - 3:00pm

Capacity: 10

Session BC

BC6: Game Programming/Game Art/Digital Animation

This interactive session will provide teachers with an inside look at the exclusive Gaming program offered at NSCC.

1:00pm - 3:00pm

Capacity: 10

Session BC

BC7: Transportation and Apprenticeship

Apprenticeship blocks in Transportation are offered at NSCC Truro campus in the former Centennial Pool building. Participants will find out how the Apprenticeship model works for students who wish to do direct entry and spend some time in the new learning space.

1:00pm - 3:00pm

Capacity: 10

Session BC

BC8: Natural Resources and Environmental Technology (NRET) Program

Participants will work with students to find out more about Forestry industry and program offerings related to Natural Resources and Environmental Technology.

Friday, October 27

9:00am - 3:00pm

Capacity: 16

Session OS

OS1: Forestry Tour

Peter Robichaud, Forestry Sector Specialist

Based on the successful “Forests Worth Knowing, Atlantic Teachers Tour” program, you will head to the woods to learn about forests and the people who work in the forestry sector every day. Organized by forest professionals, the day will offer a hands-on look at forest management, live forestry operations, forest ecosystems, a sawmill tour to discuss the forest product value chain, career options, forest sciences, technology and much more in an open, friendly and interactive manner. P-12.

9:00am - 3:00pm

Capacity: 12

Session OS

OS2: Culinary Trades

Ashley Rose, Culinary Trades Teacher, Amherst Regional High School

This day-long session for culinary teachers is hosted in Amherst by the Culinary Trades teacher at Amherst Regional High School. Participants will cook together, share curriculum and skill ideas, prep some food, and eat together.

9:00am - 3:00pm

Capacity: 10

Session OS

OS3: Manufacturing Trades

Gary Samson, Red Seal Fabricator (Welder), Richmond Academy

This day-long session is hosted in Richmond County by the Manufacturing Trades teacher at Richmond Academy in Cape Breton. Participants will try various types of welding on 8 machines in the skilled trades centre at Richmond Academy.