Friday, October 27

8:00am - 8:45am

Registration

9:00am - 10:15am

Opening

10:15am - 10:45am

Break

10:45am - 11:45am

Capacity: 35

Session A

A1: Elevate Your Kids' Experience with Omnikin Sports

Paolo Zambito (Him)

Get ready for a session filled with sports designed for everyone. Engage in a multitude of games featuring simple rules, all with our range of uniquely shaped, lightweight, and vibrant balls. Experience the thrill of Omnikin in various forms. Whether it's Giant Basket-Ball, Poison Ball, Super Rugby or any other game, there's something for everyone. Master the fundamentals of these sports and let's have a blast!

10:45am - 11:45am

Capacity: 35

Session A

A2: Physical Literacy: Locomotor, Manipulative Sending, Manipulative Receiving,and Manipulative Retaining

John Byl

Physical Education classes and recreation experiences are important places for students to develop their physical competence, so they feel competent to move in life, and with that confidence develop the motivation to further develop their physical competence... We will be engaged inA approximately 30 different activities that help develop skills involving locomotor, manipulative sending, manipulative receiving, and manipulative retention skills.

10:45am - 11:45am

Capacity: 25

Session A

A3: Introduction to the Anxiety Recovery Program

Blair Abbass

One of our most important tasks, as educators, is to be properly equipped with effective tools for supporting our students through the paralysis of anxiety. Given that one in three teens suffer from some form of anxiety, these skills are more essential than ever before. In this workshop, participants will learn to identify anxiety red flags, and then learn essential body/mind techniques for helping students recover a sense of peace and freedom.

Some of these techniques include:

• Understanding the neuroscience of anxiety, worry, fear and panic
• Cognitive therapy for working with anxiety patterns
• Movement practices designed to regulate the nervous system
• Breathing and mindfulness practices that rewire the anxious brain

10:45am - 11:45am

Capacity: 25

Session A

A4: Understanding Culturally Responsive Pedagogy

Tanya Estwick (She/Her)

This session will provide perspectives and strategies for educators with respect to inferring aspects of Culturally Responsive Pedagogy. Culturally Responsive Pedagogy is a style of teaching that promotes diverse, authentic learning environments for staff and students. Through authentic storytelling, by a genre called Spoken Word Poetry, educators will:

• Gain a better understanding of what it is to be responsive, both culturally and linguistically.
• Learn the importance of building relationships with students, and how to create a school environment that is culturally responsive.
• Reflect on their current pedagogical approach with an equitable lens.

See how being culturally and linguistically responsive in teaching increases student success.

10:45am - 11:45am

Capacity: 25

Session A

A6: Lü's Playground in PE

Robbie Hollohan

The session will start with the components of the program, how it works, setting it up and how its been used in the CBVRCE. The programs will be reviewed wih the attendees, having them play the games and discuss the possible outcomes it reaches or alternative uses in school settings. Participants will also have the opportunity to experience what a day, week or month with the Lu would look like and the presenter will share their past experiences with the program.

10:45am - 11:45am

Capacity: 25

Session A

A7: Navigation with Laura Wilson

10:45am - 11:45am

Capacity: 25

Session A

A8: Conversation with a residential school survivor

10:45am - 11:45am

Capacity: 25

Session A

A9: STOMP: Taking a whole school, youth focused approach to prevent smoking and vaping in school communities across Canada

Commercial Tobacco use (smoking and vaping) is a real issue in schools. So, what can we do about it? Join PHE Canada as we share the Students Together Moving to Prevent Tobacco Use (STOMP) project and how youth are taking action when it comes to addressing smoking and vaping and creating a healthier school environment. In this session we will also share resources you can use to address substance use, tobacco and vaping at your school.

10:45am - 11:45am

Capacity: 25

Session A

A10: Whole School, Whole day

Dr. Chris Boulter, Dr. Hilary Caldwell & Denise Burgess

This presentation will focus on the pillars of the provincial Physical Activity Framework. A key theme will be physical activity while learning throughout the school day and beyond. Discussion topics will include increasing opportunities for movement throughout the instructional day and decreasing sedentary behavior. Shifting culture through actions such as learning outside during instructional time, classroom design, and establishing partnerships will all be considered.

10:45am - 11:45am

Capacity: 25

Session A

A11: Body Boss

Vanessa Walker

I will be discussing our new program called Body Boss. Body Boss is a 4 session program for students in grades 4 and 5 where we discuss: consent and boundaries, friendships and relationships, the basics of puberty, and internet safety.

10:45am - 11:45am

Capacity: 40

Session A

A12: Cricket

10:45am - 11:45am

Capacity: 25

Session A

A13: Walk and Talk- Critical Issues in Physical Education in Nova Scotia

Justin Oliver

Join Justin as we walk around the school and talk about critical issues in Physical Education across Nova Scotia. This session is designed to address hot topics in our field while sharing and brainstorming solutions with each other in a small group as we walk around the city. Topics up for discussion include but are not limited to teacher burnout, limited standards, limited human resources, lack of professional development, and student challenges. This session will leave you with strategies to consider for your own unique situation.

10:45am - 11:45am

Capacity: 25

NEW

Session A:

A14 Tommy Chubbs 

11:45am - 1pm

Lunch

1pm - 2pm

Capacity: 35

Session B

B1: Move Think Learn - Using A Games-Centered Approach for Developing FMS Skills in Elementary Schools

Ryan Fahey

Come join PHE Canada in this active session as we explore new ways to develop FMS skills using a games-centered approach. Developed in partnership with the CFL, this resource features 8 FMS and includes skill progressions, games, and other support resources. Move, Think, Learn and Play your way to new ideas and games for your PE programming.

1pm - 2pm

Capacity: 35

Session B

B2: Pickle Ball

Mr. Eric Cubilier

Pickleball training sessions for teachers at both beginner and intermediate levels.

1pm - 2pm

Capacity: 25

Session B

B3: Engaging Priority Populations in Planning and Implementing Inclusive School Programming

Ms. Kelsey Fahie

Who knows students better than the students themselves? Join PHE Canada as we share how teachers can use a student-centered approach to engage youth in the design and implementation of inclusive, school-based programming. We will share the steps, strategies, and learnings of implementing this approach with students from a variety of priority and intersectional populations. Participants will also have the opportunity to participate in practical planning activities that can be taken back and utilized with their school population.

1pm - 2pm

Capacity: 25

Session B

B4: Understanding Culturally Responsive Pedagogy

Tanya Estwick (She/Her)

This session will provide perspectives and strategies for educators with respect to inferring aspects of Culturally Responsive Pedagogy. Culturally Responsive Pedagogy is a style of teaching that promotes diverse, authentic learning environments for staff and students. Through authentic storytelling, by a genre called Spoken Word Poetry, educators will:

• Gain a better understanding of what it is to be responsive, both culturally and linguistically.
• Learn the importance of building relationships with students, and how to create a school environment that is culturally responsive.
• Reflect on their current pedagogical approach with an equitable lens.

See how being culturally and linguistically responsive in teaching increases student success.

1pm - 2pm

Capacity: 25

Session B

B6: Lü's Playground in PE

Robbie Hollohan

The session will start with the components of the program, how it works, setting it up and how its been used in the CBVRCE. The programs will be reviewed wih the attendees, having them play the games and discuss the possible outcomes it reaches or alternative uses in school settings. Participants will also have the opportunity to experience what a day, week or month with the Lu would look like and the presenter will share their past experiences with the program.

1pm - 2pm

Capacity: 40

Session B

B7: Quick FUN Transitions during your PE class: Making the MOST of your ⏳️

Jen McKenzie

30 minutes is NOT a lot of time for a PE class. Join Jen for some QUICK, fun and energized ways to transition your class from warm up to activity to cool down. Your class will get the MOST out of their :30 with you!

1pm - 2pm

Capacity: 25

Session B

B8: Conversation with a residential school survivor

1pm - 2pm

Capacity: 25

Session B

B9: Learn 2 Fish (L2F)

Sabrina Wolthers

Fishing is an accessible physical activity for children, and the "Learn to Fish" program can assist students in developing this skill. This program can ignite a passion for the outdoors, sparking their curiosity to learn more.

1pm - 2pm

Capacity: 25

Session B

B10: The Active Classroom

Ross Campbell

Providing PE specialists, a PL session for their staff, to increase the amount of Physical activity in the classroom. This can ensure students have an opportunity to practice the PE fundamental movement skills taught in the PE world, in the classroom and beyond. This is an active session!!!!

1pm - 2pm

Capacity: 25 

Session B

B11 Kids Physio Group: Concussions in Kids  Sam Dawe  

Learn from physiotherapists about recognizing signs and symptoms of concussions in kids and what to do in the acute phase. Our team of skilled therapists will take you through our assessment and treatment protocols and describe the process of getting kids back to school and play as quickly and as safely as possible. When in doubt - sit them out! 

1pm - 2pm

Capacity: 40

Session B

B12: Australian Rules Football

1pm - 2pm

Capacity: 25

Session B

B13 Creating a Culture of Movement in School

Mary Lou Andrea

Explore ways to increase opportunities for movement for all students. Hands-on activities that will introduce you to the NS ASK Project which is a unique, partnership-based project working with schools to support the implementation of physically active learning (PAL). Also, explore simple ways to increase movement both inside and outside the classroom.

 1pm - 2pm

Capacity: 25

Session B

B14 Fire Making (high school)

Tommy Chubbs

2pm - 2:15pm

Break

2:15pm - 3:15pm

Capacity: 40

Session C

C1: D-Liteing in Developing Physical Literacy Through Large D-Lite Ball Games

John Byl

Using large and light balls makes passing and receiving easier, and a little zanier, as participants develop physical literacy This is a physically active session which invites participants to engage in the activities. Session will attempt to complete at least 30 different activities.skills involving sending, receiving, and retaining.

2:15pm - 3:15pm

Capacity: 35

Session C

C2: Pickle Ball

Mr. Eric Cubilier

Pickleball training sessions for teachers at both beginner and intermediate levels.

2:15pm - 3:15pm

Capacity: 25

Session C

C3: Hand Drumming and Chanting Workshop at Membertou Heritage Park

2:15pm - 3:15pm

Capacity: 25

Session C

C4: Blue Nose Marathon Doctors Nova Scotia Youth Run

Mrs. Kelly Hudson & Sherri Robbins

The COVID-19 Pandemic will have lasting impacts on everyone. It might take us years to understand the wide reaching consequences on our provinces youth. We at Blue Nose Marathon want to do our part in making children and families feel included and welcome to Blue Nose Nation on Blue Nose weekend. We also understand that coming to Halifax on a May long weekend is not feasible to all families, for many reasons, so we have introduced our Local Youth Run concept where we bring the Doctors Nova Scotia Youth Run to your school!

2:15pm - 3:15pm

Capacity: 35

Session C

C5: Rediscovering Kin-Ball : Igniting a New Era of Inclusive Competition

Paolo Zambito

In this session, you'll learn a new way of introducing this inclusive sport using mini games of progression. We'll start with an easy cooperative game, however, as we progress, we'll be adding new challenges. These challenges are linked to a Kin-Ball skill. By the end of the presentation, we'll have the necessary knowledge to play a full game of Kin-Ball. In Kin-Ball, everyone is always part of the action.

2:15pm - 3:15pm

Capacity: 25

Session C

C6: Unruly Splats Coding and Gamification in PE

Laura Wilson

2:15pm - 3:15pm

Capacity: 35

Session C

C7: Sharing is Caring: Great ideas and activities from summer PD in California, plus opportunity for a demo slam

After attending the Elementary Physical Education Workshop in Pomona, California, Kaelin came back with a bucket overflowing with ideas, activities and tools to implement in her physical education program. What’s better about getting great resources and ideas is to share them with others. This session will demo some of the activities Kaelin learned while at EPEW, and will also provide time for a demo slam: a 2-minute sharing opportunity for other session attendees. Come to give a little and get a lot! *Those attending are encouraged to bring an idea/game/tip that can be shared in two minutes or less.

2:15pm - 3:15pm

Capacity: 25

Session C

C8: Body Boss

Vanessa Walker

I will be discussing our new program called Body Boss. Body Boss is a 4 session program for students in grades 4 and 5 where we discuss: consent and boundaries, friendships and relationships, the basics of puberty, and internet safety.

2:15pm - 3:15pm

Capacity: 25

Session C

C9: Learn 2 Fish (L2F)

Sabrina Wolthers

Fishing is an accessible physical activity for children, and the "Learn to Fish" program can assist students in developing this skill. This program can ignite a passion for the outdoors, sparking their curiosity to learn more.

2:15pm - 3:15pm

Capacity: 25

Session C

C10: Whole School, Whole day

Dr. Chris Boulter, Dr. Hilary Caldwell & Denise Burgess

This presentation will focus on the pillars of the provincial Physical Activity Framework. A key theme will be physical activity while learning throughout the school day and beyond. Discussion topics will include increasing opportunities for movement throughout the instructional day and decreasing sedentary behavior. Shifting culture through actions such as learning outside during instructional time, classroom design, and establishing partnerships will all be considered.

2:15pm - 3:15pm

Capacity: 25 

Session C

C11 Kids Physio Group: Role of Pediatric Physiotherapists Sam Dawe 

Learn from physiotherapists about common reasons we see kids in our clinic and how we work with them. We treat kids of all ages (0-18yrs) with gross motor delays, overuse injuries, coordination disorders, growth-related conditions, developmental disabilities, sports injuries, fractures, balance concerns, core weakness, and more. We strive to keep kids active and independent by making physio fun!

2:15pm - 3:15pm

Capacity: 25 

Session C

C12 Quick FUN Transitions during your PE class: Making the MOST of your ⏳️

Jen McKenzie

30 minutes is NOT a lot of time for a PE class. Join Jen for some QUICK, fun and energized ways to transition your class from warm up to activity to cool down. Your class will get the MOST out of their :30 with you!

Session D: FULL AFTERNOON

1pm - 3:15pm

Capacity: 25

Session D

D1: Promoting a Food and Body-Inclusive Culture

Euro-centric culture has developed many exclusionary rules around what people "should" eat and how they "should" look. This session will explore tangible and accessible ways to bring concepts of body liberation and food justice into the learning environment.

1pm - 3:15pm

Capacity: 25

Session D

D2: Intro to Teaching Skateboarding

Joey Feith

AGM

Keynote - Tanya Estwick

Tanya Estwick is a Poet and works as a consultant dealing with Equity and Race Relations Cross-Cultural Human Rights issues for The Cape Breton Victoria Regional Centre for Education. She has over twenty-two years of extensive classroom experience teaching multiple grade levels and subjects while coordinating a Cultural Academic Enrichment program for the Black Educators Association. Tanya has worked in the psychology and education department in a federal prison; and as an educator in community and university S.T.E.M. and literacy enrichment programs. She studied in Universities across Canada and in the United States. A proud mother and grandmother, she is the author of the book, “The System Almost H.A.D. Me! Understanding Culturally Responsive Pedagogy... For Educators by an Educator.”