Agenda
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Friday October 25, 2024
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9:15 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Capacity: 12
Keegan Wood
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Half Day Session A1 • Charcuterie / Cheese Board with Keegan Wood |
| This hands on session will provide participants the opportunity to select a piece of wood, shape it, and finish it in a variety ways which will be demonstrated by the instructor, Keegan Wood. There will be a focus on safety, as there will be use of power tools, and hand tools, including the option to do some simple wood burning. Participants will gain the knowledge of ways to scale up, or down a session like this for their respective classes based on their students and available resources. |
Keegan Wood is a relatively new teacher, with a passion for working with wood and creating. He teaches a variety of grade 9 courses and coaches a variety of sports at NKEC. He is looking forward to working with you!
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9:15 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Capacity: 20
Mel Roche
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Half Day Session A2 • Ravioli with Mel from the Noodle Guy |
| Join Mel Roche, a local chef from The Noodle Guy restaurant in Port Williams, NS. This interactive class will walk you through the process of making fresh pasta dough and a delicious ravioli filling. |
Mel has been employed with the Noodle Guy since 2017, is a Culinary Arts graduate and volunteer firefighter. She has a wide array of experience working in various wineries and restaurants in the area.
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9:15 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Capacity: 15
Leslie Magwood
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Half Day Session A3 • Dawn to Dusk Rug Hooking |
| Leslie Magwood has been a Nova Scotia Traditional Rug Hooker for 33 years. She works the same way her ancestors did using 100% pure wool, as found or hand dyed with a backing material, a hoop and hook. Her work has been in various magazines, on the news and pieces have been hooked and shipped to many parts of the US, Can etc. Most of her designs are her own, and she loves to see others learn this relaxing, and useful craft. Once you know how to hook you can advance to making works of art, chair seats, floor rugs etc. Leslie will be providing a mug rug design which can be done easily, and fairly quickly. This is the same pattern she teaches her classes so they are not overwhelmed and learn to hook with confidence and try to make my classes fun not stressful. Hope you enjoy this very old craft from Nova Scotia's long historical past. |
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9:15 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Capacity: 25
Jenn Osmond
Paul Warren
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Half Day Session A4 • AI in the classroom |
| This session will be dedicated to exploring innovative ways to incorporate artificial intelligence (AI) into the classroom. Teachers will discover practical strategies and tools to enhance their teaching. The session aims to empower educators with the knowledge and skills needed to seamlessly integrate AI technology, fostering a more dynamic and effective learning environment for all students. |
Jenn and Paul are high school science teachers at Northeast Kings Education Centre.
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9:15 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Capacity: 12
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Half Day Session A5 • Sock Gnomes - The Fibre Loft |
| The Fibre Loft offers a variety of classes and workshops for both children and adults. They use a variety of fibre arts mediums including knitting, crochet, tatting, sewing, felting and mixed media collage art. At the Fibre Loft they believe that everyone can make amazing things if given the space, opportunity, guidance and materials. Everyone is creative, you simply need the skills to bring your ideas to life. |
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9:15 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.
Capacity: 20
Wayne Arnold
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A1 • Knife Sharpening |
| Arts experience across the globe. Feel free to bring your own knives to this session. Master the art of maintaining a razor-sharp edge on your kitchen blades. This session will cover the essential techniques of honing and sharpening your knives to keep them in peak condition, ensuring safety and precision in the kitchen. This session will be led by Wayne Arnold, the Executive Chef of Dickie Baxter’s in Canning, NS. |
Wayne is a master of his craft, with over 20 years of Culinary.
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9:15 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.
Capacity: 30
Dawn Hare
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A2 • Nourish NS: Food Literacy with Dawn Hare |
| This session will provide an overview of Nourish NS’ key programs and messaging around youth and food, highlighting food literacy resources and recipes, and providing connections to the Family Studies curriculum. Specific topics will also include discussions on the Satter Division of Responsibility in Feeding, the use of neutral food language, and opportunities within the Farm to School Snack program. |
Dawn Hare is the Farm to School Coordinator at Nourish NS, supporting both the Farm to School Snack program and the Nourish Your Roots school fundraiser. As an active parent volunteer, she also co-managed a thriving PTA-run school cafeteria, employing a Red Seal chef for a school lunch program. She holds a Bachelor of Nutrition degree (St. FX University), a Master of Science degree in Health Promotion (University of Alberta), with international practicum placements through the Coady International Institute.
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9:15 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.
Capacity: 30
Christa Mindrum
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A3 • A Sex-Positive Approach to Contraception and STIs |
| This session will explore the variety of contraceptive options available for teens as well as emergency contraception and pregnancy options counseling. We’ll also review STIs with a sex positive lens and inclusive approach. |
Christa Mindrum is a full-time locum family physician who works at the Red Door Youth Sexual Health Centre in Kentville. Dr. Mindrum graduated from Memorial Medical School in 2003. She moved to Nova Scotia in 2010 with her husband and since that time has become responsible for 3 kids, 2 dogs, 2 cats, and a bearded dragon. Dr. Mindrum is an advocate for LGBTQ youth and has been providing sexual health care and gender affirming care at the Red Door since 2013.
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9:15 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.
Capacity: 25
Kerry Munroe
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A4 • Functional Core Class with Kerry Munroe |
| Bring along your mat and some comfy clothes for a functional core class. This session will integrate a variety of stretches and exercises to strengthen your core. |
Kerry Munroe is a recently retired teacher and part time fitness instructor. You will be in excellent hands with Kerry!
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10:15 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
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Break |
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10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Capacity: 10
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B1 • Sewing Machine Servicing |
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In the one hour session we will aim to cover basic issues that can be addressed in the classroom setting and will include:
• Needles – bent, incorrect fitting, correct size and type
• Tension – identifying tension issues, getting a balanced stitch and what to do if the stitch is not correct
• Basic cleaning – what to do and what not to do
• Thread jam – clearing jams, removing the hook (top loading and front-loading bobbins
• Oiling – what to oil and what not to oil
• Other faults – when the machine needs to see a technician
Propose to make this an interactive, hands-on session, we will bring a couple of machines but would encourage attendees to bring a few “problem” machines.
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10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Capacity: 40
Pete Freckelton
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B2 • For Pete's Snakes |
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Snakes are one of the most reviled & feared creatures on the planet, so I had very low expectations when I began my small educational business. It seemed an impossible conundrum: How do I convince someone that this creepy, evil monster is actually cuddly, comical and the most elegantly perfect creature to ever walk on four legs. In teaching people to fall in love with the most feared vertebrate on the planet, I've learned so much about the nature of anxiety, prejudice and the overcoming power of ambassadorial bridge-building. I adhere to conservationist Merlin Tuttle's maxim, ""Win friends, not battles."" I can't cure phobias or anxiety but I CAN provide a safe, affirming environment where you're free to stretch yourself as far as you like, without pressure or judgement. All I ask is an opportunity to show you what these amazing animals are REALLY like. The rest is up to you.
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10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Capacity: 30
Dawn Hare
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B3 • Prenatal Education with Dawn Hare |
| This session will focus on curriculum connections related to pregnancy, childbirth and infant development. Birth experiences have the potential to have far reaching impacts on parenting and the family's well-being. Session topics will include discussions on birth anatomy and physiology, informed decision making and labor progression, as well as early parenting and the fourth trimester. |
Dawn Hare is a DONA certified Birth Doula and a CAPPA certified Childbirth Educator with Valley Doulas, facilitating the Community Prenatal and Postpartum Support Program in the Annapolis Valley. The community-based program provides free, evidence-based prenatal education to expectant families, followed up by accessible and timely postpartum support.
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10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Capacity: 25
Michelle Clarke
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B4 • Hula Hooping with Michelle Clarke |
| Set to upbeat music, you'll learn new hoop moves and tricks for a full body workout. Bring along a pair of comfy clothes and get ready for some fun! |
Michelle Clarke is the leader of a group named the Valley Hooper Troopers and is known for her infectious energy and dazzling hoop skills!
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11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
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Lunch |
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18:30 p.m. – 12:45 p.m.
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Annual General Meeting |
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12:45 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.
Capacity: 12
Keegan Wood
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Half Day Session B1 • Charcuterie / Cheese Board with Keegan Wood |
| This hands on session will provide participants the opportunity to select a piece of wood, shape it, and finish it in a variety ways which will be demonstrated by the instructor, Keegan Wood. There will be a focus on safety, as there will be use of power tools, and hand tools, including the option to do some simple wood burning. Participants will gain the knowledge of ways to scale up, or down a session like this for their respective classes based on their students and available resources. |
Keegan Wood is a relatively new teacher, with a passion for working with wood and creating. He teaches a variety of grade 9 courses and coaches a variety of sports at NKEC. He is looking forward to working with you!
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12:45 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.
Capacity: 15
Leslie Magwood
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Half Day Session B2 • Dawn to Dusk Rug Hooking |
| Leslie Magwood has been a Nova Scotia Traditional Rug Hooker for 33 years. She works the same way her ancestors did using 100% pure wool, as found or hand dyed with a backing material, a hoop and hook. Her work has been in various magazines, on the news and pieces have been hooked and shipped to many parts of the US, Can etc. Most of her designs are her own, and she loves to see others learn this relaxing, and useful craft. Once you know how to hook you can advance to making works of art, chair seats, floor rugs etc. Leslie will be providing a mug rug design which can be done easily, and fairly quickly. This is the same pattern she teaches her classes so they are not overwhelmed and learn to hook with confidence and try to make my classes fun not stressful. Hope you enjoy this very old craft from Nova Scotia's long historical past. |
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12:45 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.
Capacity: 10
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Half Day Session B3 • Make an Easy-to-Sew Lined Tote Bag |
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Tote bags are one of the easiest pieces for anyone new to sewing. They can be sewn with just a few easy steps and are easily customized to personal taste.
In this 2 hour session you will learn how to make a lined fabric tote bag that's a straightforward sewing project to teach tweens and/or teens to sew. The included fun appliqué design(s) take this pattern from great to awesome! Whether it is for personal use or a gift for someone special, it can be easily customized to suit all occasions.
Skills taught include:
How to sew a straight line
Adding a contrasting band
Pivoting at corners
How to press
Incorporating a lining
Installing bag straps
Adding a simple applique to personalize the bag
Using ZigZag stitch
* Kit and written instructions will be provided
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12:45 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.
Capacity: 20
Mike Schroeder
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Half Day Session B4 • Get in the know with Wild Foraging |
| Take the afternoon to enjoy a nature hike to explore the local landscape and learn about the art of foraging. Although this is not the season for harvesting, our expert guide will introduce you to what can be foraged in the area. You'll gain valuable insights into identifying these treasures in their natural habitat, preparing you for potential foraging adventures in the future. Come along and explore what bounties are hidden amongst the beauty of our local forests and coastlines of Nova Scotia. |
Mike Schroeder is a Chef and a traveling man who has always found peace in the outdoors. He became strongly interested in wild food and edibles while living and exploring Vancouver Island and Nova Scotia. Mike has been on two Nationally televised TV shows: MasterChef Canada and Wall of Chefs.
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12:45 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.
Capacity: 25
Brogan VanMeekeren
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Half Day Session B5 • Growing in the Classroom |
| Brogan loves sharing her knowledge and love of farming in the classroom through interactive growing experiences. This session will be interactive - you will be planting. |
Terra Tonics is a small market garden operation in Billtown NS, growing mushrooms and greens with deep care for their soil and the ecological systems at play.
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12:45 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.
Capacity: 25
TapRoot Farm
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Half Day Session B6 • Seed to Yarn Production |
| TapRoot Seed to Yarn Production (Flax and Wool Yarn Production) a look at all aspects of our fibre production. A look into growing flax, raising sheep for wool, processing flax and wool - transforming raw material into yarn and our small scale fibre processing equipment journey. |
TapRoot Fibre has evolved from TapRoot Farms—a leader in sustainable farming practices. Patricia and Josh decided that along with offering the community vegetables, fruit and meat from their farm they wanted to offer clothes as well. This began their incredible journey into linen production; growing flax on the farm, developing long line flax processing equipment, establishing the spinning mill, creating linen garments and now spinning linen and wool yarns. This linen journey that you see comes from a community of individuals whose incredible and varied expertise has been vital throughout the process. Our values emerge from the values of the farm for community based, locally grown materials that enrich people’s daily lives.
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12:45 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.
Capacity: 30
Merissa Wiser
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C1 • School Food Policy & Nutrition with Merissa Wiser |
| This session we will discuss the new provincial school food policy expected to launch in the fall of 2024, we will navigate this new Food Policy, Canada’s food guide and the complex food environment that exists today to understand youth nutrition to help students make healthier choices that support their physical health. |
Merissa Wiser is the School Food Facilitator with AVRCE, with a background in Nutrition and Dietetics. Before starting with AVRCE she completed a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition & Dietetics at Acadia university, and then completed a Masters of Human Nutrition at MSVU.
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12:45 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.
Capacity: 25
Cassie Doucette
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C2 • All Levels Yoga |
| Join Cassie for a fun, all levels yoga class! Step onto your mat to stretch your body, connect with your breath and find gratitude in your day. There will be lots of modifications for the beginner as well as the experienced. |
Cassie has a passion for working with others and passing on positivity through gratitude, breath work, body movement and love. Hold space on your mat and let her guide you through your practice physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually.
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12:45 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.
Capacity: 20
Howard Selig
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C3 • Three square meals: preparing quick, easy, nutritious meals for 1 or 2 |
| What should I choose on a typical day to ensure I have a balanced diet? How can I know that what I am eating provides the most nutritious options? How do I manage all this work if I only cook for myself and 1 or 2 others? Howard Selig, Dietitian and co-owner of Valley Flaxflour in Middleton, looks at ways to prepare quick and easy nutritious meals for small groups. |
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1:45 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.
Capacity: 30
Merissa Wiser
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D1 • School Food Policy & Nutrition with Merissa Wiser |
| This session we will discuss the new provincial school food policy expected to launch in the fall of 2024, we will navigate this new Food Policy, Canada’s food guide and the complex food environment that exists today to understand youth nutrition to help students make healthier choices that support their physical health. |
Merissa Wiser is the School Food Facilitator with AVRCE, with a background in Nutrition and Dietetics. Before starting with AVRCE she completed a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition & Dietetics at Acadia university, and then completed a Masters of Human Nutrition at MSVU.
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1:45 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.
Capacity: 30
A Beautiful Wild
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D2 • Flower Arranging |
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Create a seasonal centerpiece with a mix of flowers from our farm in Aylesford, and Canadian grown blooms.
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With a background in interior design, Sarah found her calling in crafting exquisite bouquets using freshly picked flowers, and the joy these bouquets brought to others became their driving force. After providing flowers for their best friends’ wedding in 2016, they knew this was their path. Nestled on a 3-acre plot in the Village of Aylesford, A Beautiful Wild Flower Farm nurtures vibrant colors and beauty with a commitment to sustainability. Sarah and Devan focus on giving back more than they take from the Earth while cultivating their stunning flowers.
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1:45 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.
Capacity: 25
Cassie Doucette
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D3 • Mindfulness |
| Join Cassie for an intro to mindfulness/ meditation, where you can find space for your mind and gain new skills on how to be present. We will jump into some relaxing and fun exercises on how to add more mindfulness into your everyday routine. Cassie has a passion for working with others and passing on positivity through gratitude, breath work, body movement and love. Hold space on your mat and let her guide you through your practice physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. |
Cassie has a passion for working with others and passing on positivity through gratitude, breath work, body movement and love. Hold space on your mat and let her guide you through your practice physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually.
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2:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
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Wrap-up/Draws/Thank-yous/Send-offs |
