ATASC2024: Full Schedule

Are YOU Ready For Door Prizes! Many chances to win some fantastic prizes from our Exhibitors and we will have the Science Themed books that have been review this past year by your fellow teachers. You may even win one of the two custom curated boxes for Indigenous Box in Edmonton.

Draws will happen: Friday Breakfast (7:30AM - 8:45AM), Friday Lunch (11:30AM - 1:00PM), Friday Reception (4:00PM - 6:00PM), Saturday Breakfast (7:30AM - 9:00AM), Conference Wrap-up (2:00PM - 2:15PM)

Elections!!!
Have you ever considered being a part of the Science Council Executive?
AGM & Elections: Friday, November 3rd from 12:15PM - 1:00PM in the Orchid Ballroom

The following positions are up for election:
- Vice President
- Treasurer
So many more draw prizes and we will also draw for a free conference registration at the end of the meeting for our next conference!

Quiz Night!
Join your ATASC Executive Team at our reception for QUIZ NIGHT!!! Come and test your science and indigenous knowledge for great prizes.

Friday, November 8th from 4:00PM - 6:00PM in the Orchid Ballroom
Prizes!
Snacks will be provided
Cash/Debit bar

ATASC Awards presentation during Lunch

Saturday, November 9th from 11:30AM - 1:00PM in the Orchid Ballroom

Science Shirt Saturday!

Wear your best Science shirt for a chance to win a prize!

PD Needs Survey HERE!!!

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10:30am MST

AI Tools to Amplify Your Professionalism and Save Time

Friday November 8, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am MST

Orchid Ballroom

Ready to revolutionize your teaching? Join our workshop on AI tools that go beyond traditional lesson planning. Explore how generative AI can create personalized content, assessments, and more. We’ll guide you through a process that balances efficiency with creativity, ensuring you remain the architect of exceptional learning experiences. Plus, let’s delve into professional considerations—because AI is not just about algorithms; it’s about impact.

Speakers

Dan Grassick

Executive Staff Officer, Professional Development, The Alberta Teachers' Association

Dan Grassick (they/them) is an Executive Staff Officer in the Alberta Teachers’ Association Professional Development program area where their main responsibilities include supporting the Association's specialist councils and teachers’ conventions, and working with Alberta teacher... Read More →

Friday November 8, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am MST
Orchid Ballroom

General

Knowledge & Experience Level All
Grade Level All Divisions

10:30am MST

Hands-on Minds On: The Intersection of Trades and STEM in Education

Friday November 8, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am MST

Squirrel Room

Dive into an Alberta-based STEM initiative in partnership with Lethbridge Polytechnic that enriches K-12 science education with practical trades experience. The session features an interactive opportunity to explore and engage with our free digital and hands-on resources. You will spend the majority of the session interacting with the activities and resources that can be immediately implemented into your practice. You’ll leave better equipped to answer the question “Why do I need to learn this?” by connecting mathematics and science concepts to students’ everyday lives.

Speakers

Warren Anderson

Warren is a STEM Consultant at Lethbridge Polytechnic. He is passionate about providing authentic learning experiences to youth that help them see the connections between what they are learning and the real world. This is rooted in his 12 years of experience with inquiry and project-based... Read More →

Friday November 8, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am MST
Squirrel Room

General

Knowledge & Experience Level All
Grade Level All Divisions

1:00pm MST

Growing Native PLANTs?! in your garden!

Friday November 8, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST

Cougar Room

Growing native plants can help preserve local wildlife populations, provide pollen/food/shelter for natural wildlife, are more likely to thrive in our climate and require less maintenance and resources to grow. We can also use them to teach about our natural ecology and the history of the many different group’s who call Canada home. We will talk about raising Painted Lady Butterflies and Darkling Beetles with local company Wings N Wishes. We will also learn about the AMA School Garden Studio site that can connect gardeners to a teacher-exclusive community forum.

Speakers

Nathan Bell

I have taught students to grow gardens in Edmonton for 17 years. Together we have used traditional gardens, greenhouses, cold frames grow lights, and hydroponics to grow food. We should all learn to grow plants to improve our quality of life and to create more sustainable food so... Read More →

Friday November 8, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
Cougar Room

Biology

Knowledge & Experience Level All
Grade Level All Divisions

1:00pm MST

ININIW ACAKOSUK (Cree Stars)

Friday November 8, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST

Crocus Room

Planetarium sessions will immerse participants in ININIW COSMOLOGY…from the basic cardinal directions to a new perspective on Newtonian Physics.

Speakers

Wilfred Buck

ININIW (Cree), Indigenous Astronomer & Consultant, Author, Educator, Addictions Consultant, CulturalConsultant, Education Consultant, Sun Dance Chief, Knowledge Keeper, Lecturer, Astrologer, Artist,Father, Husband, Portable Planetarium Owner & Operator.Wilfred originates from OPASKWAYAK... Read More →

Friday November 8, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
Crocus Room

Keynote

Grade Level All Divisions