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Friday, September 18
 

8:00am EDT

8:00am - 12:00pm ConnectED (North) Conference at LRHS
Friday September 18, 2026 8:00am - 12:00pm EDT
184-LRHS @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Welcome to ConnectED, our board-wide PD initiative! This in-person session takes place Friday, Sept. 18 at LRHS for staff working in the North region. Explore sessions, connect with colleagues, and build a learning day that fits your needs.

Arundel Elem, CDC Lachute, Grenville Elem, Heritage Elem, Laurentia Elem, Laurentian Elem, Laurentian Regional HS*, Morin Heights Elem, Mountainview (Batshaw), Ste-Adele Elem, Ste-Agathe Elem, Ste-Agathe HS.


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Friday September 18, 2026 8:00am - 12:00pm EDT
184-LRHS

8:05am EDT

8:05am - 8:50am ConnectED North (LRHS) Registration
Friday September 18, 2026 8:05am - 8:50am EDT
184-LRHS: 100A (Lower Activity Area) @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
NORTH (LRHS) | Friday, Sept. 18 (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM)

Welcome to ConnectED, our board-wide PD initiative!
This in-person session takes place Friday, Sept. 18 at LRHS for staff working in the North region. Explore sessions, connect with colleagues, and build a learning day that fits your needs.

Arundel Elem, CDC Lachute, Grenville Elem, Heritage Elem, Laurentia Elem, Laurentian Elem, Laurentian Regional HS*, Morin Heights Elem, Mountainview (Batshaw), Ste-Adele Elem, Ste-Agathe Elem, Ste-Agathe HS.

Attendance
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  2. Staff will be ready to assist you.
  3. Please ✅ Check-in to each session

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Friday September 18, 2026 8:05am - 8:50am EDT
184-LRHS: 100A (Lower Activity Area) 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  Event Check-in

9:00am EDT

9:00am - 10:15am (75 Min) - Session 1
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada

Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS

9:00am EDT

Beyond Counting: The Role of Spatial Awareness in Numeracy
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 113 @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
This workshop explores how early spatial skills in 4-6 year-olds are a stronger predictor of later math success than number recognition. Educators will learn to design dynamic classrooms using loose parts, creative materials and invitations to play to bridge the gap between physical play and abstract math. Through observation, teachers can easily translate everyday play into rich, evidence-based data.

Presenters
avatar for Jessica Rooney

Jessica Rooney

Early Intervention Consultant, 220-Pedagogical Services
My name is Jessica, and I taught preschool and Cycle 1 for 25 years. I am now one of the Early Intervention Consultants at Sir Wilfrid Laurier School Board. In this role, I support teachers with everything related to the preschool program (K4 and K5). I am deeply passionate about... Read More →
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 113 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  Early Intervention

9:00am EDT

Canva for Real Classrooms
FULL1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 223 @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity full
Canva is more than a design tool — it can become a complete classroom workflow system that saves teachers time, improves organization, and creates a more cohesive learning experience for students. In this hands-on session, participants will explore practical ways to use Canva for real classroom teaching, beyond isolated worksheets or decorative materials.“Canva for Real Classrooms” demonstrates how printed student workbooks, classroom presentations, daily agendas, instructional slides, and activities can be streamlined into one connected visual system. Participants will learn how consistent layouts, visual cues, icons, color palettes, and reusable templates can reduce student confusion while making lesson preparation faster and more efficient.The session begins with examples from real classroom implementation and ideas inspired by the Canva Create 2026 conference. Participants will then engage in guided creation time, building components of a mini-unit in Canva, including a student activity page and matching presentation slides using reusable design elements and classroom-friendly visual strategies.During independent creation time, teachers will adapt these techniques to their own subjects and grade levels. Participants will leave with practical Canva skills, reusable workflows, time-saving strategies, and free classroom-ready templates they can immediately use in their own teaching.
Guest Presenters
avatar for Sarah Leboeuf

Sarah Leboeuf

Teacher - Sec. CCQ, 184-Laurentian Regional High School
Sarah Leboeuf is a Grade 7–8 teacher who integrates Canva into everyday classroom practice to create engaging, visually consistent learning experiences. She designs student workbooks, interactive classroom presentations, digital activities, and project-based learning materials that... Read More →
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 223 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  EdTech

9:00am EDT

Experiences with Reading Intervention
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 245 @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
Lindsay and Monic invite participants to come and learn about the York University reading intervention that they delivered over the 2024-2026 school years. In this session, participants will discover the impressive results of the students who participated in the study and will also discuss the key elements of the intervention. 
Guest Presenters
LR

Lindsay Redhead

Generalist (Cycle 1-6), 172-Ste-Agathe Elementary
Lindsay has been working for the Sir Wilfrid Laurier School Board for twenty years. Over the past two years she delivered York University's reading intervention to her students.
avatar for Monic Farrell

Monic Farrell

Eng/Film appreciation/psy, 301-Vimont
Monic has been working for the Sir Wilfrid Laurier School Board for twenty years. She has a keen interest in reading instruction and intervention. Over the past two years she worked part time to help coordinate a reading intervention initiative with York University, in Sir Wilfrid... Read More →
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 245 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  ELA

9:00am EDT

Small Steps, Big Readers: Building Literacy Every Day
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 246 @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
Building a strong foundation in literacy requires a well-thought-out roadmap grounded in evidence-based practices, explicit instruction, consistency, and meaningful engagement with language. As educators, it is essential that we create daily opportunities for students to make connections between letters, sounds, words, and meaning. Through intentional teaching and structured literacy experiences, students develop the foundational skills necessary for long-term reading success.Our goal is to support students in mastering phonological awareness, language acquisition, reading fluency, and reading comprehension while building confidence as communicators and learners. Effective literacy instruction goes beyond teaching students how to read; it helps them understand language, think critically, express ideas clearly, and engage with the world around them.Within both classroom and resource settings, small daily habits can have a powerful impact on literacy growth. Reading aloud, engaging in meaningful conversations, exploring sounds and vocabulary, and providing regular opportunities for writing all contribute to stronger literacy development over time. When these practices are implemented consistently and intentionally, students are better equipped to become confident, capable, and lifelong readers.Together, we will explore practical, evidence-based strategies that help students build strong literacy foundations, develop confidence, and become successful, engaged readers and writers from the very start.
Guest Presenters
avatar for Silvia Patella

Silvia Patella

Retired Teacher FGJ, 153-Grenville Elementary
Semi-retired educator presently working as a resource teacher at Grenville Elementary School. Working with students from grades 1 to 6 with a focus on ELA and Math.
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 246 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  ELA

9:00am EDT

Différencier en FLS au secondaire grâce à l’IA : Soutenir la littératie, la rétention et la motivation.
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 241 @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
Cet atelier de 75 minutes s’adresse aux enseignants de FLS au secondaire confrontés à une hétérogénéité croissante des profils d’élèves, à des défis marqués en littératie ainsi qu’à une baisse de motivation et d’engagement. Nous explorerons des stratégies pédagogiques concrètes pour favoriser l’acquisition et la rétention du vocabulaire par des mises en situation signifiantes pour renforcer la motivation des élèves.

Tout au long de cet atelier, des exemples concrets illustreront comment l’intelligence artificielle peut aider l’enseignant à adapter les textes, les tâches et les appuis linguistiques, tout en respectant la progression des apprentissages et les exigences du secondaire. Les balises sur les usages pertinents de l’IA et sur ses limites en contexte scolaire seront aussi présentées.
Presenters
avatar for Patricia Clohosy

Patricia Clohosy

FSL Consultant, 220-Pedagogical Services
Patricia est conseillère pédagogique en français langue seconde (FLS) pour la Commission scolaire Sir-Wilfrid Laurier. Elle se spécialise en français langue seconde au primaire et au secondaire. Avant de devenir conseillère pédagogique, Patricia a enseigné le français langue... Read More →
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 241 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  FLS

9:00am EDT

Soutenir l'autonomie des élèves en français, langue seconde
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 242 @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
Comment soutenir l’autonomie des élèves en français langue seconde dans des classes aux besoins variés ? Cette formation proposera des stratégies, des ressources et des exemples concrets pour rendre les apprentissages plus accessibles et favoriser l’engagement de tous les élèves.
Presenters
avatar for Anabel Fournier

Anabel Fournier

FSL Consultant, 220-Pedagogical Services
Avec plus de dix ans d’expérience en enseignement et trois ans comme conseillère pédagogique, elle s’intéresse particulièrement au développement de la littératie en français langue seconde ainsi qu’aux pratiques pédagogiques innovantes et appuyées par la recherche... Read More →
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 242 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  FLS

9:00am EDT

Enseigner de façon explicite avec la littérature jeunesse
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 243 @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
Les recherches démontrent que l'enseignement explicite est une des meilleures méthodes pour s'assurer que tous nos élèves réussissent. Lors de cet atelier sans prétention, je vais vous montrer la méthode de travail et d'organisation que j'utilise pour créer des activités pédagogiques, autant en lecture, qu'en écriture et en interaction orale, avec la littérature jeunesse. À la fin de l'atelier, j'aimerais qu'on réserve du temps pour créer des leçons ensemble, avec un gabarit qui préconise l'enseignement explicite.  Apportez vos albums de littérature jeunesse préférés si vous le désirez!
Guest Presenters
avatar for Isabelle Lortie

Isabelle Lortie

Français 2e lang.pre, 161-McCaig Elementary
Je suis enseignante de français immersion depuis plus de 20 ans au 3e cycle du primaire. J'adore la littérature jeunesse et elle fait partie intégrante de mes leçons en classe. Que ce soit pour découvrir une nouvelle règle de grammmaire, approfondir le vocabulaire ou travailler... Read More →
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 243 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  FLS   ELA

9:00am EDT

Exploring, Engaging, Journaling: Outdoor Learning to Inspire Curiosity, Writing and Mindfulness
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 224 @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
Today's curriculum is often packed with content, creating pressure and stress for both students and educators. Incorporating regular outdoor learning opportunities into the curriculum can alleviate stress, encourage a more positive mindset, and promote writing.Let`s explore simple, practical activities that take students outdoors to engage with their environment through place-based learning. These activities are designed to promote curiosity, mindfulness, and writing through meaningful connections with nature, benefiting both students and educators.Through intentional exploration, observation, and journaling, students will learn how to document their discoveries, reflect on their experiences, and engage in thoughtful discussions. Nature-inspired journaling sessions will help students capture details and insights for writing, while building calmness and emotional resilience.
Guest Presenters
avatar for Kelly Fahey

Kelly Fahey

Generalist (Cycle 1-6), 162-Morin Heights Elementary
Kelly Fahey is an educator and teacher mentor who brings curriculum outdoors through place-based pedagogy. She develops outdoor learning programs, has managed an outdoor education centre, and promotes outdoor education via provincial workshops. She is a Teacher Advisor with Take Me... Read More →
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 224 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  General Pedagogy

9:00am EDT

Intégrer la musique dans la salle de classe
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 247 @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
Vous devez enseigner une règle de grammaire, enseigner tes tables de multiplications, des stratégies de lecture et vous voulez ajouter une touche magique à votre enseignement ? Vous souhaitez calmer votre groupe revenant d'une récréation agitée?Vous avez le goût de développer ce lien invisible entre vous et vos élèves qui vous permettra de les mener tout droit vers la réussite? Cet atelier est pour vous! La musique a ce pouvoir insoupçonné de transformer les tâches ardues en activités ludiques, de recentrer chaque personne avec des activités motrices simples liées au mouvement, au rythme et à l'attention.  Elle a cette capacité de rassembler autour d'un projet commun, de se connecter à ses émotions et de s'élever pour accéder à une grande satisfaction personnelle et collective. Cet atelier s'adressant autant aux titulaires qu'aux spécialistes du primaire vous fournira des outils concrets à ajouter à vos stratégies pour vous concentrer sur l'essentiel.    Objectifs de l’atelier·      Intégrer la musique comme outil pédagogique pour faciliter l’apprentissage (grammaire, tables de multiplication, lecture).·      Utiliser des activités musicales pour améliorer la concentration et le retour au calme des élèves.·      Développer des stratégies d’enseignement engageantes basées sur le rythme, le mouvement et l’écoute.·      Favoriser la motivation et le plaisir d’apprendre chez les élèves.·      Renforcer le lien enseignant–élèves afin de soutenir un climat de classe positif.·      Encourager la participation active et la collaboration au sein du groupe.·      Permettre aux élèves de mieux gérer leurs émotions grâce à des activités musicales.·      Outiller les enseignants avec des pratiques concrètes, simples et transférables en classe. Objectifs principaux de l’atelier1.   Intégrer la musique comme levier pédagogique pour soutenir les apprentissages (lecture, écriture, mathématiques).2.   Utiliser le rythme et le mouvement pour favoriser l’attention et le retour au calme, notamment lors des transitions en classe.3.   Renforcer l’engagement et le climat de classe en créant un lien positif entre l’enseignant et les élèves.
Guest Presenters
avatar for Isabelle Brassard

Isabelle Brassard

Elementary Music, 169-St-Paul Elementary
Isabelle Brassard enseigne la musique à l’école St-Paul depuis 2005. Spécialisée en musique après un baccalauréat en enseignement primaire et préscolaire, elle a suivi des formations musicales au Collège Marie-Victorin et avec Orff Québec. Chant populaire, piano, guitare... Read More →
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 247 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  General Pedagogy

9:00am EDT

What Works and Why: Action Research in the Classroom
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 225 @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
Applicable to all levels of teaching and subjects, action research is a dynamic and motivating cyclical process with the teacher being the researcher-participant in their own classroom. Target goals for the action plan could include but are not limited to: planning, implementation or evaluation, behaviour issues, or teaching strategies. Action research can help you identify a challenge or determine a change you want for your classroom and guide your process to address it.

In this session, you will 
  • learn what action research is, and what it looks like in the classroom.
  • learn how to use reflection and the cycles of inquiry to plan for action research in your own classroom or school communities.
  • learn how action research can empower you by informing your day-to-day decisions to make intentional shifts in your teaching.
Guest Presenters
avatar for Kelly Crowdis

Kelly Crowdis

Generalist (Cycle 1-6), 155-Pinewood Elementary
Kelly is a Grade 2 teacher at Pinewood Elementary and a former Pedagogical Consultant with the Sir Wilfrid Laurier School Board. She is also a part-time instructor in the DESS Graduate Diploma in Teacher Certification at Concordia University. A lifelong-learner and professional development... Read More →
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 225 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  General Pedagogy

9:00am EDT

Development and Learning in Elementary Math
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 235 @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
This workshop focuses on strengthening Tier 1 math instruction by integrating 6 teaching Recommendations outlined in the What Works Clearing House Practice Guide 26 (2021), with an emphasis on the development of a key elementary concept across cycles. Participants will learn practical, evidence-based strategies for explicitly teaching mathematics.
Presenters
avatar for Vanessa Rayner

Vanessa Rayner

Math Consultant, 220-Pedagogical Services
Vanessa Rayner is the pedagogical consultant for elementary mathematics for the Sir Wilfrid Laurier School Board, where she collaborates with elementary math teachers to develop effective teaching practices and foundational understandings essential to building and extending math concepts... Read More →

Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 235 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  Math

9:00am EDT

Secondary Math: Rich Tasks and Formative Assessment to Develop Critical Thinking in Competency 1 and 2
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 234 @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
Rich tasks can deepen student understanding, promote critical thinking, and encourage meaningful engagement without sacrificing rigour. In this hands-on workshop, teachers will explore classroom-ready examples that help students reason, justify, and reflect on their learning. We’ll look at how rich tasks can be used in everyday instruction, as well as how tasks that develop the C1 competency can help students prepare for summative C2 assessments. Participants will also have time to work directly with selected examples and consider how they could be adapted for their own classrooms. We’ll also explore practical strategies for creating rich tasks using existing materials, helping reduce prep time without compromising quality. Whether you’re new to rich tasks or looking to expand your toolkit, this session offers concrete steps for making critical thinking a natural part of your math classroom.
Presenters
avatar for James Gore

James Gore

Math Consultant, 220-Pedagogical Services
James Gore is the secondary mathematics pedagogical consultant for the Sir Wilfrid Laurier School Board. Before moving into this role, he taught mathematics in several schools across the board and worked with students, teachers, and communities in a variety of contexts. He is also... Read More →
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 234 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  Math

9:00am EDT

Focusing Behaviour and Engaging Students
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 231 @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
Exploring tensions and solutions in the Digital Age Classroom.

Are you navigating the stress of merging a traditional classroom model with the realities of how modern integrate technology has reshaped life and learning?

Join us as we explore how the classroom can evolve to meet the demands of a new era. Digital technology has transformed our daily interactions, reshaping cognitive development, how we form relationships, and how we manage risks. Ultimately, this shift alters how students absorb information, establish a worldview, build a sense of self, and engage with the world around them.

Together, we’ll dive into a practical understanding of:
  • How we building meaningful relationships in a tech-driven world that has changed the school social environment.
  • How students absorb, simulate, and express information in the digital age.
  • Translate the effect of the integrated digital impact on how we can guide the development of knowledge into real-world skill development and academic success.

From spectator, to participant, and into a stakeholder.

Presenters
avatar for Daniel Johnson

Daniel Johnson

Community/Personal Dev Animator, 220-Pedagogical Services
With 30 years of experience as a behaviour specialist, Canadian Armed Forces Reservist, and media communicator, Daniel empowers educational communities by fostering leadership development, increasing and expanding the internal strengths, skills, and overall ability, and building levers... Read More →
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 231 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  Personal Animation

9:00am EDT

Engaging students using physical computing and python programming
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 121 (Lab) @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
In this workshop participants will learn how to code a simple physical computing setup on a Raspberry Pi using motors, lights, etc. and python programming language.  It will be an opportunity to have a hands-on experience with the equipment and practice a coding exercise which you could then adapt or use on your equipment back at your school.

This workshop will be aimed at beginners and teachers who may be interested in this topic but may not know how to get started or how to incorporate physical computing using a Raspberry Pi computer.
Guest Presenters
avatar for Andy Côté

Andy Côté

Laboratory Technician, 187-Rosemere High School
I'm a laboratory technician who's been working with the board since 2006. I have worked in many of the high schools around the board and even did a stint in a private high school in Montreal. I have developed an interest in coding 2018 and have help Ian Ritchie develop the coding... Read More →
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Ian Ritchie

Sec. Math - Science, 187-Rosemere High School
I have been teaching Cycle 1 Science and Technology since 2004, before becoming a teacher I worked in the Telecom industry doing digital mapping. As a teacher, I work hard at integrating Technology into the curriculum. Over the years I have used Lego Robotics, iPads, Netbooks, Online... Read More →
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 121 (Lab) 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  SciTech

9:00am EDT

Strategies to increase student participation and hard thinking
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 122 (Lab) @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
Are your students doing the intellectual heavy lifting in your classroom? In this workshop on "Building Ratio" we will explore how to successfully shift the cognitive work—the thinking, writing, analyzing, and talking—from the teacher to the students.

You will walk away with a practical, easy-to-implement toolkit of engaging techniques designed to multiply the number of voices in your room and push your students to think harder.

Join us to learn how to step back, boost the ratio, and make every student an active, focused participant in their own learning!
Presenters
avatar for Sam Altarac

Sam Altarac

SciTech Consultant, 220-Pedagogical Services
As the Science Consultant for the Sir Wilfrid Laurier School Board, I support science and technology programming across 40 elementary and high schools. My work is centered on applying cognitive science—such as Cognitive Load Theory and Rosenshine’s Principles of Instruction—to... Read More →
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 122 (Lab) 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  SciTech

9:00am EDT

Let’s Talk: Understanding Language Disorders in Your Classroom
FILLING1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 226 @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity filling up

Let’s talk about your students who struggle to follow verbal instructions, who have trouble finding their words, and who can't seem to retell a simple story. These might be your students who are often frustrated or exhibit challenging behaviour in class. Some of these students may be affected by Developmental Language Disorder, or DLD, which affects roughly 1 in 14 children — likely two or three kids in every classroom — yet it remains one of the least recognized conditions in schools.

Language matters more than you might think. Every subject you teach — reading, writing, math, even gym class — relies on language. Instructions, explanations, discussions, and peer interactions are all part of a student’s day-to-day life, which means a hidden language disorder touches every part of a child's school day.

In this presentation, we'll go over typical language development before taking a closer look at Developmental Language Disorders. We’ll talk about what a student with DLD really looks like in your classroom, using examples and case discussions. You'll walk away with a better understanding of what DLD is, how it shows up in your students, and what you can do to support them. Because for many of these students, the right support starts with the right understanding.



Presenters
avatar for Laurie Leibov

Laurie Leibov

Speech Language Pathologist, 220-Pedagogical Services
Laurie is a school speech language pathologist with more than 15 years of experience working at SWLSB. She has had the privilege of working across multiple schools within our school board, supporting students, families, and school teams.
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 226 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  SLP

9:00am EDT

Engage, Analyze, Succeed: NotebookLM in the Social Sciences Classroom
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 232 (Geo Lab) @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
NotebookLM is a powerful tool that helps drive student engagement, synthesize knowledge, and contribute to the interpretation of social phenomena. This session explores how online materials from LEARN and the RÉCIT can be used with NotebookLM and other AI assistants to improve student success in our Social Science programs.
Guest Presenters
avatar for Paul Rombough

Paul Rombough

Pedagogical Consultant - Social Sciences, LEARN Quebec
Paul has been the Provincial Pedagogical Consultant for Social Sciences at LEARN since 2006, with additional dossiers in Education for Reconciliation and more. Educated at University of Toronto and McGill, he is a former high school teacher of English and History. He has worked in... Read More →
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 232 (Geo Lab) 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  Social Studies

9:00am EDT

Beyond Words: Using Visuals to Support Every Learner (Without the Stress!)
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 211 @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
Workshop Description:

In an educational landscape where communication takes many forms, visual supports are not just accommodations—they are universal tools for success. Grounded in current best practices and deeply informed by neurodivergent perspectives, this practical workshop reframes how we view and implement visuals to support every learner in the classroom.

What We Will Explore

Understanding Non-Speaking Students: Shift from a deficit model to an inclusive mindset by exploring the diverse reasons why some students are non-speaking or rely on various methods of non-verbal communication.

Diverse Communication Styles: Examine how information is processed and shared, honoring the unique communication styles of neurodivergent learners.

The Universal Language of Visuals: Realize just how much we all rely on visual cues in our own daily lives (from traffic signs to smartphone icons) and how to bridge that familiarity into the classroom.

Practical Visual Toolkits: Move beyond theory with a concrete introduction to different types of visuals—such as schedules, choice boards, and environmental cues—along with step-by-step strategies on how to create and implement them effortlessly.

What You Will Take Away

You don't need a background in graphic design or endless free time to make your environment more accessible. Attendees will leave this session with an actionable understanding of how to build preventative, visual supports that reduce anxiety and foster independence.

To ensure your success long after the workshop ends, all participants will receive a  package of extra resources, ready-to-use templates, and evidence-based guides to support your daily practice. Let's demystify visual supports together and make communication and learning accessible for everyone.
Guest Presenters
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Sheila Lindsay

Special Ed. Technician, 152-Crestview Elementary
With over a decade of experience supporting neurodivergent and neurotypical learners, Sheila Lindsay specializes in diverse, non-verbal communication methods. Currently a Special Education Technician at Crestview’s Rainbow Center, she focuses on crisis intervention and preventative... Read More →
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 211 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  Spec Ed

9:00am EDT

Buzz, Bounce, Grow: Understanding ADHD Across Ages and Stages
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 212 @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a lifelong neurodevelopmental condition, yet its presentation shifts dramatically as a student grows. This session provides a comprehensive look at how ADHD manifests through different school-age developmental stages, spanning from the high-energy behavioral markers of kindergarten to the complex academic and executive dysfunction challenges faced by high school juniors.
Presenters
avatar for Lindsay Parr

Lindsay Parr

Student Services Consultant, 220-Pedagogical Services
I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from McGill University and a Master of Arts in Education from the University of Ottawa, along with additional training in preschool education, social-emotional learning, and trauma-informed pedagogies. For more than 10 years, I have worked with... Read More →
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 212 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  Spec Ed

9:00am EDT

Exploring the Diverse Realities of Autism
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 213 @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
What does it feel like to navigate a classroom when the world is louder, faster, or more overwhelming than it appears to others? This workshop will help educators better understand the lived experiences of autistic students by exploring topics such as processing speed, sensory processing, executive functioning, and behaviour. Through practical examples, guided experiences, and interactive discussions, participants will gain insight into the reasons behind common challenges and learn how to respond with greater empathy and effectiveness. Educators will leave with a deeper understanding of autism and practical strategies to create more supportive and inclusive learning environments for all students.
Presenters
avatar for Becky Marsland

Becky Marsland

Student Services Consultant, 220-Pedagogical Services
As a Student Services Consultant for the Sir Wilfrid Laurier School Board, I support educators in creating inclusive environments for neurodivergent learners. With 17 years of on the ground experience working with autisic individuals, including nine years at Giant Steps School, I... Read More →
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 213 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  Spec Ed

9:00am EDT

From Reports to Action: Differentiation that Drives Results for Diverse Learners
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 214 @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
From Reports to Action: Differentiation That Drives Results for Diverse Learners is designed to help teachers confidently turn professional report recommendations into practical classroom strategies that truly support student success. This session will explore how to better understand student learning profiles, recognize how students learn best, and apply accommodations and differentiation in meaningful, manageable ways. Using real-life classroom scenarios and connections to UDL, RTI, and MTSS frameworks, participants will explore inclusive strategies that support engagement, accessibility, and achievement for diverse learners. Teachers will leave with practical tools, ideas, and approaches they can immediately apply to instruction, assessment, and classroom supports to create responsive learning environments where all students can thrive.































Presenters
avatar for Melissa D'Ambrosio

Melissa D'Ambrosio

Student Services Consultant, 220-Pedagogical Services
At heart, I am an educator. My perspective is shaped by years of rewarding, hands-on experience as both a generalist teacher and a remedial teacher specializing in diverse learning needs. Throughout my career, I have developed a deep passion for professional collaboration, mentorship... Read More →
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 214 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  Spec Ed

9:00am EDT

Les blessures invisibles: Enseigner avec une approche sensible aux traumas
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 215 @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
Les élèves ayant vécu des traumatismes portent souvent des fardeaux invisibles qui influencent leur fonctionnement en classe. Ces expériences peuvent affecter de manière importante leur disponibilité émotionnelle et leur capacité à s’engager dans les apprentissages.

Cette formation vise à mieux comprendre l’impact des traumas sur l’apprentissage, l’autorégulation et les relations interpersonnelles en milieu scolaire. Des pistes d’intervention et des stratégies ancrées dans une approche sensible aux traumas seront explorées. Ceci vous amènera à porter un regard différent sur les comportements des élèves et à mettre en place des pratiques qui favorisent un climat de classe sécurisant, bienveillant et propice aux apprentissages pour tous.
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Students who have experienced trauma often carry invisible burdens that affect how they function in the classroom. These experiences can significantly impact their emotional well-being, readiness to learn, and ability to engage in academic activities.

This professional learning session is designed to help better understand the effects of trauma on learning, self-regulation, and interpersonal relationships in school settings. We will explore practical strategies and interventions grounded in a trauma-informed approach. Through this lens, you will be encouraged to view student behaviour differently and implement practices that foster a safe, supportive, and inclusive classroom environment that promotes learning and well-being for all students.

This session will be offered in French.

Presenters
avatar for Sonia Ethier

Sonia Ethier

Student Services Consultant, 220-Pedagogical Services
As a professional passionate about children’s development, I worked as a social worker for most of my career. I am deeply committed to the mental health of both adults and youth, intercultural intervention, working in vulnerable contexts, inclusive preventive practices, and collaborating... Read More →
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 215 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  Spec Ed

9:00am EDT

The Power Within: Self-Management in Adult SEL Through the CASEL Lens.
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 216 @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
This professional development presentation explores adult Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) through the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL) framework, with a particular focus on self-management. The session will begin by outlining CASEL's definition of SEL and its five core competencies (the CASEL 5): self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making. Building on this overview, the presentation narrows its focus to self-management for both elementary and high school teachers. Strong self-management helps us respond effectively to challenges by allowing us to pause before reacting to a situation, regulate our impulses, thoughtfully consider our options, and make intentional choices. Participants will dive deeper into self-management through practical activities and collaborative discussions.
Presenters
avatar for Anthony Capuano

Anthony Capuano

Student Services Consultant, 220-Pedagogical Services
I hold both a Bachelor's degree and a Master's degree in Child Studies (graduated at Concordia University). Since 2017, I have been working at the SWLSB, first as a Special Education Technician and now as a Student Services Consultant at PSD. I am passionate about supporting teachers... Read More →
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 216 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  Spec Ed

9:00am EDT

When Diagnoses Collide: What Do We Prioritize First in the Classroom?
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 221 @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
Students with co-occurring diagnoses often present with complex academic, behavioural, emotional, sensory, and social needs, making it difficult for teachers to know what to prioritize in the classroom. This professional development session will help teachers move beyond a diagnosis-first approach and use a practical, evidence-based framework to identify students’ most immediate needs, including safety, regulation, access to learning, communication, and skill-building. Participants will learn how to interpret behaviour through a needs-based lens, select appropriate classroom supports, and respond in ways that are proactive, compassionate, and focused on helping students participate meaningfully and build independence. 
Presenters
DA

Diana Antonacci

Student Services Consultant, 220-Pedagogical Services

Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 221 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  Spec Ed

9:00am EDT

Wiring, Not Willfulness: Early Intervention for Oppositional Defiant Disorder
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 222 @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
When a five-year-old flips a chair during center time, or a seven-year-old flatly refuses to line up for recess, it is easy to feel like you are locked in a deliberate power struggle. But in the early elementary classroom, what looks like a bad attitude is usually a reflection of brain architecture, not a personal attack on your lesson plan.
Wiring, Not Willfulness reframes Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) specifically through an early intervention educational lens. Designed for teachers, this session moves past traditional, punitive disciplinary models, which often inadvertently escalate behaviours in young learners, to explore how early, school-based interventions can rewrite a student's trajectory. Instead of trying to break a challenging behaviour through sheer force of will, you will learn how to decode the neurodevelopmental "wiring" driving the defiance and intervene before negative school patterns become permanent.

Perfect for kindergarten through early elementary teachers looking to trade classroom frustration for effective, evidence-based engagement strategies.
Presenters
avatar for Nicholas Luis

Nicholas Luis

Student Services Consultant, 220-Pedagogical Services
As a Student Services Consultant for the Sir Wilfrid Laurier School Board, I support school teams in implementing specialized intervention plans and inclusive practices for at-risk and special needs students. I hold a Master of Education in Educational Psychology and Bachelor’s... Read More →
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
184-LRHS: 222 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  Spec Ed

9:00am EDT

PurInstinct: Learning a New Sport Based on Fast Decision-Making
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
184-LRHS: 151 (Gym) @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
UPDATED TIME : 9:00 - 12:00 (+ 1/2 hour break)

PürInstinct is a no-contact sport played 3 against 2 (teams of 6, 7, or 8) on a simple field, indoors or outside. In this workshop, you will learn the basic rules to get the game running in minutes and discover the 6 levels of difficulty that progressively challenge your students' decision-making. Designed for ages 10 and up, this is an active workshop: be ready to play, participate, and have fun.
Guest Presenters
avatar for Dominique Soucy

Dominique Soucy

PurInstinct
I am a former All-Canadian and pro basketball player. I grew up in a multisport community where play mattered as much as competition. After my career, I wanted a better way to train young athletes. I focused on fast decisions, because I saw that most systems ignored this skill.
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
184-LRHS: 151 (Gym) 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  Phys Ed

10:15am EDT

10:15am - 10:20am (5 Min) - Survey & Attendance
Friday September 18, 2026 10:15am - 10:20am EDT
184-LRHS @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada

Friday September 18, 2026 10:15am - 10:20am EDT
184-LRHS

10:20am EDT

10:20am - 10:40am (20 Min) - Health Break
Friday September 18, 2026 10:20am - 10:40am EDT
184-LRHS @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada

Friday September 18, 2026 10:20am - 10:40am EDT
184-LRHS

10:40am EDT

10:40am - 11:55am (75 Min) - Session 2
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada

Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS

10:40am EDT

Beyond Counting: The Role of Spatial Awareness in Numeracy
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 113 @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
This workshop explores how early spatial skills in 4-6 year-olds are a stronger predictor of later math success than number recognition. Educators will learn to design dynamic classrooms using loose parts, creative materials and invitations to play to bridge the gap between physical play and abstract math. Through observation, teachers can easily translate everyday play into rich, evidence-based data.

Presenters
avatar for Jessica Rooney

Jessica Rooney

Early Intervention Consultant, 220-Pedagogical Services
My name is Jessica, and I taught preschool and Cycle 1 for 25 years. I am now one of the Early Intervention Consultants at Sir Wilfrid Laurier School Board. In this role, I support teachers with everything related to the preschool program (K4 and K5). I am deeply passionate about... Read More →
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 113 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  Early Intervention

10:40am EDT

Mastering the Parent Component: from theory to implementation
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 231 @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
This workshop is tailored for pre-kindergarten teachers and school administrators to demystify the compliance framework of the Parent Component, transforming a government mandate into a powerful vehicle for meaningful engagement.
Together, we will break down the requirement of holding ten meetings across the academic year, unpacking the operational logistics of fund allocations and permissible spending. Moving from theory to practice, educators and leaders will map out potential meeting topics and identify key community stakeholders ready to support school initiatives.
Most importantly, this session looks past the paperwork to focus on the true heart of the mandate: building, nurturing, and deeply developing the relationship between schools and families.


Presenters
avatar for Svetlana Vanegas

Svetlana Vanegas

Transitions Agent, 220-Pedagogical Services
Svetlana Vanegas is the Project Development Officer for Early Transitions, focusing on two key mandates: preschool registrations and the Parent Component. In her role, she supports parents navigating the Student Profile form and manages the collected data. Svetlana also provides essential... Read More →

Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 231 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  Early Transitions

10:40am EDT

Canva for Real Classrooms
FULL1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 223 @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity full
Canva is more than a design tool — it can become a complete classroom workflow system that saves teachers time, improves organization, and creates a more cohesive learning experience for students. In this hands-on session, participants will explore practical ways to use Canva for real classroom teaching, beyond isolated worksheets or decorative materials.“Canva for Real Classrooms” demonstrates how printed student workbooks, classroom presentations, daily agendas, instructional slides, and activities can be streamlined into one connected visual system. Participants will learn how consistent layouts, visual cues, icons, color palettes, and reusable templates can reduce student confusion while making lesson preparation faster and more efficient.The session begins with examples from real classroom implementation and ideas inspired by the Canva Create 2026 conference. Participants will then engage in guided creation time, building components of a mini-unit in Canva, including a student activity page and matching presentation slides using reusable design elements and classroom-friendly visual strategies.During independent creation time, teachers will adapt these techniques to their own subjects and grade levels. Participants will leave with practical Canva skills, reusable workflows, time-saving strategies, and free classroom-ready templates they can immediately use in their own teaching.
Guest Presenters
avatar for Sarah Leboeuf

Sarah Leboeuf

Teacher - Sec. CCQ, 184-Laurentian Regional High School
Sarah Leboeuf is a Grade 7–8 teacher who integrates Canva into everyday classroom practice to create engaging, visually consistent learning experiences. She designs student workbooks, interactive classroom presentations, digital activities, and project-based learning materials that... Read More →
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 223 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  EdTech

10:40am EDT

Experiences with Reading Intervention
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 245 @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
Lindsay and Monic invite participants to come and learn about the York University reading intervention that they delivered over the 2024-2026 school years. In this session, participants will discover the impressive results of the students who participated in the study and will also discuss the key elements of the intervention. 
Guest Presenters
LR

Lindsay Redhead

Generalist (Cycle 1-6), 172-Ste-Agathe Elementary
Lindsay has been working for the Sir Wilfrid Laurier School Board for twenty years. Over the past two years she delivered York University's reading intervention to her students.
avatar for Monic Farrell

Monic Farrell

Eng/Film appreciation/psy, 301-Vimont
Monic has been working for the Sir Wilfrid Laurier School Board for twenty years. She has a keen interest in reading instruction and intervention. Over the past two years she worked part time to help coordinate a reading intervention initiative with York University, in Sir Wilfrid... Read More →
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 245 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  ELA

10:40am EDT

Small Steps, Big Readers: Building Literacy Every Day
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 246 @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
Building a strong foundation in literacy requires a well-thought-out roadmap grounded in evidence-based practices, explicit instruction, consistency, and meaningful engagement with language. As educators, it is essential that we create daily opportunities for students to make connections between letters, sounds, words, and meaning. Through intentional teaching and structured literacy experiences, students develop the foundational skills necessary for long-term reading success.Our goal is to support students in mastering phonological awareness, language acquisition, reading fluency, and reading comprehension while building confidence as communicators and learners. Effective literacy instruction goes beyond teaching students how to read; it helps them understand language, think critically, express ideas clearly, and engage with the world around them.Within both classroom and resource settings, small daily habits can have a powerful impact on literacy growth. Reading aloud, engaging in meaningful conversations, exploring sounds and vocabulary, and providing regular opportunities for writing all contribute to stronger literacy development over time. When these practices are implemented consistently and intentionally, students are better equipped to become confident, capable, and lifelong readers.Together, we will explore practical, evidence-based strategies that help students build strong literacy foundations, develop confidence, and become successful, engaged readers and writers from the very start.
Guest Presenters
avatar for Silvia Patella

Silvia Patella

Retired Teacher FGJ, 153-Grenville Elementary
Semi-retired educator presently working as a resource teacher at Grenville Elementary School. Working with students from grades 1 to 6 with a focus on ELA and Math.
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 246 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  ELA

10:40am EDT

Différencier en FLS au secondaire grâce à l’IA : Soutenir la littératie, la rétention et la motivation.
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 241 @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
Cet atelier de 75 minutes s’adresse aux enseignants de FLS au secondaire confrontés à une hétérogénéité croissante des profils d’élèves, à des défis marqués en littératie ainsi qu’à une baisse de motivation et d’engagement. Nous explorerons des stratégies pédagogiques concrètes pour favoriser l’acquisition et la rétention du vocabulaire par des mises en situation signifiantes pour renforcer la motivation des élèves.

Tout au long de cet atelier, des exemples concrets illustreront comment l’intelligence artificielle peut aider l’enseignant à adapter les textes, les tâches et les appuis linguistiques, tout en respectant la progression des apprentissages et les exigences du secondaire. Les balises sur les usages pertinents de l’IA et sur ses limites en contexte scolaire seront aussi présentées.
Presenters
avatar for Patricia Clohosy

Patricia Clohosy

FSL Consultant, 220-Pedagogical Services
Patricia est conseillère pédagogique en français langue seconde (FLS) pour la Commission scolaire Sir-Wilfrid Laurier. Elle se spécialise en français langue seconde au primaire et au secondaire. Avant de devenir conseillère pédagogique, Patricia a enseigné le français langue... Read More →
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 241 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  FLS

10:40am EDT

Soutenir l'autonomie des élèves en français, langue seconde
FILLING1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 242 @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity filling up
Comment soutenir l’autonomie des élèves en français langue seconde dans des classes aux besoins variés ? Cette formation proposera des stratégies, des ressources et des exemples concrets pour rendre les apprentissages plus accessibles et favoriser l’engagement de tous les élèves.
Presenters
avatar for Anabel Fournier

Anabel Fournier

FSL Consultant, 220-Pedagogical Services
Avec plus de dix ans d’expérience en enseignement et trois ans comme conseillère pédagogique, elle s’intéresse particulièrement au développement de la littératie en français langue seconde ainsi qu’aux pratiques pédagogiques innovantes et appuyées par la recherche... Read More →
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 242 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  FLS

10:40am EDT

Enseigner de façon explicite avec la littérature jeunesse
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 243 @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
Les recherches démontrent que l'enseignement explicite est une des meilleures méthodes pour s'assurer que tous nos élèves réussissent. Lors de cet atelier sans prétention, je vais vous montrer la méthode de travail et d'organisation que j'utilise pour créer des activités pédagogiques, autant en lecture, qu'en écriture et en interaction orale, avec la littérature jeunesse. À la fin de l'atelier, j'aimerais qu'on réserve du temps pour créer des leçons ensemble, avec un gabarit qui préconise l'enseignement explicite.  Apportez vos albums de littérature jeunesse préférés si vous le désirez!
Guest Presenters
avatar for Isabelle Lortie

Isabelle Lortie

Français 2e lang.pre, 161-McCaig Elementary
Je suis enseignante de français immersion depuis plus de 20 ans au 3e cycle du primaire. J'adore la littérature jeunesse et elle fait partie intégrante de mes leçons en classe. Que ce soit pour découvrir une nouvelle règle de grammmaire, approfondir le vocabulaire ou travailler... Read More →
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 243 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  FLS   ELA

10:40am EDT

Exploring, Engaging, Journaling: Outdoor Learning to Inspire Curiosity, Writing and Mindfulness
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 224 @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
Today's curriculum is often packed with content, creating pressure and stress for both students and educators. Incorporating regular outdoor learning opportunities into the curriculum can alleviate stress, encourage a more positive mindset, and promote writing.Let`s explore simple, practical activities that take students outdoors to engage with their environment through place-based learning. These activities are designed to promote curiosity, mindfulness, and writing through meaningful connections with nature, benefiting both students and educators.Through intentional exploration, observation, and journaling, students will learn how to document their discoveries, reflect on their experiences, and engage in thoughtful discussions. Nature-inspired journaling sessions will help students capture details and insights for writing, while building calmness and emotional resilience.
Guest Presenters
avatar for Kelly Fahey

Kelly Fahey

Generalist (Cycle 1-6), 162-Morin Heights Elementary
Kelly Fahey is an educator and teacher mentor who brings curriculum outdoors through place-based pedagogy. She develops outdoor learning programs, has managed an outdoor education centre, and promotes outdoor education via provincial workshops. She is a Teacher Advisor with Take Me... Read More →
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 224 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  General Pedagogy

10:40am EDT

Your School Library and Beyond: Resources to Enrich Your Lessons
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 161 (Library) @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
Join your School Board Librarian for an exploration of the diverse physical and digital resources available to support your classroom instruction. This session is designed to broaden your pedagogical toolkit by highlighting a wide range of high-quality resources in both English and French, for every level from Kindergarten to Grade 11. After a brief introduction to your school library and showing you how to access their collection online, I'll introduce you to a number of quality book and video resources available online for educators, such as ACF/Criterion, Biblius, Curio, NFB and more.
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avatar for Laura Wulf

Laura Wulf

School Board Librarian, 220-Pedagogical Services
Laura Wulf is our school board librarian who splits her time between the Pedagogical Services Department and the school board archives. Driven by a deep commitment to literacy, Laura is passionate about delivering high-quality library services and building meaningful connections with... Read More →
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 161 (Library) 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  General Pedagogy

10:40am EDT

Development and Learning in Elementary Math
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 235 @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
This workshop focuses on strengthening Tier 1 math instruction by integrating 6 teaching Recommendations outlined in the What Works Clearing House Practice Guide 26 (2021), with an emphasis on the development of a key elementary concept across cycles. Participants will learn practical, evidence-based strategies for explicitly teaching mathematics.
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avatar for Vanessa Rayner

Vanessa Rayner

Math Consultant, 220-Pedagogical Services
Vanessa Rayner is the pedagogical consultant for elementary mathematics for the Sir Wilfrid Laurier School Board, where she collaborates with elementary math teachers to develop effective teaching practices and foundational understandings essential to building and extending math concepts... Read More →

Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 235 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  Math

10:40am EDT

Secondary Math: Rich Tasks and Formative Assessment to Develop Critical Thinking in Competency 1 and 2
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 234 @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
Rich tasks can deepen student understanding, promote critical thinking, and encourage meaningful engagement without sacrificing rigour. In this hands-on workshop, teachers will explore classroom-ready examples that help students reason, justify, and reflect on their learning. We’ll look at how rich tasks can be used in everyday instruction, as well as how tasks that develop the C1 competency can help students prepare for summative C2 assessments. Participants will also have time to work directly with selected examples and consider how they could be adapted for their own classrooms. We’ll also explore practical strategies for creating rich tasks using existing materials, helping reduce prep time without compromising quality. Whether you’re new to rich tasks or looking to expand your toolkit, this session offers concrete steps for making critical thinking a natural part of your math classroom.
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avatar for James Gore

James Gore

Math Consultant, 220-Pedagogical Services
James Gore is the secondary mathematics pedagogical consultant for the Sir Wilfrid Laurier School Board. Before moving into this role, he taught mathematics in several schools across the board and worked with students, teachers, and communities in a variety of contexts. He is also... Read More →
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 234 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  Math

10:40am EDT

Engaging students using physical computing and python programming
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 121 (Lab) @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
In this workshop participants will learn how to code a simple physical computing setup on a Raspberry Pi using motors, lights, etc. and python programming language.  It will be an opportunity to have a hands-on experience with the equipment and practice a coding exercise which you could then adapt or use on your equipment back at your school.

This workshop will be aimed at beginners and teachers who may be interested in this topic but may not know how to get started or how to incorporate physical computing using a Raspberry Pi computer.
Guest Presenters
avatar for Andy Côté

Andy Côté

Laboratory Technician, 187-Rosemere High School
I'm a laboratory technician who's been working with the board since 2006. I have worked in many of the high schools around the board and even did a stint in a private high school in Montreal. I have developed an interest in coding 2018 and have help Ian Ritchie develop the coding... Read More →
IR

Ian Ritchie

Sec. Math - Science, 187-Rosemere High School
I have been teaching Cycle 1 Science and Technology since 2004, before becoming a teacher I worked in the Telecom industry doing digital mapping. As a teacher, I work hard at integrating Technology into the curriculum. Over the years I have used Lego Robotics, iPads, Netbooks, Online... Read More →
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 121 (Lab) 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  SciTech

10:40am EDT

Strategies to increase student participation and hard thinking
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 122 (Lab) @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
Are your students doing the intellectual heavy lifting in your classroom? In this workshop on "Building Ratio" we will explore how to successfully shift the cognitive work—the thinking, writing, analyzing, and talking—from the teacher to the students.

You will walk away with a practical, easy-to-implement toolkit of engaging techniques designed to multiply the number of voices in your room and push your students to think harder.

Join us to learn how to step back, boost the ratio, and make every student an active, focused participant in their own learning!
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avatar for Sam Altarac

Sam Altarac

SciTech Consultant, 220-Pedagogical Services
As the Science Consultant for the Sir Wilfrid Laurier School Board, I support science and technology programming across 40 elementary and high schools. My work is centered on applying cognitive science—such as Cognitive Load Theory and Rosenshine’s Principles of Instruction—to... Read More →
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 122 (Lab) 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  SciTech

10:40am EDT

Let’s Talk: Understanding Language Disorders in Your Classroom
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 226 @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available

Let’s talk about your students who struggle to follow verbal instructions, who have trouble finding their words, and who can't seem to retell a simple story. These might be your students who are often frustrated or exhibit challenging behaviour in class. Some of these students may be affected by Developmental Language Disorder, or DLD, which affects roughly 1 in 14 children — likely two or three kids in every classroom — yet it remains one of the least recognized conditions in schools.

Language matters more than you might think. Every subject you teach — reading, writing, math, even gym class — relies on language. Instructions, explanations, discussions, and peer interactions are all part of a student’s day-to-day life, which means a hidden language disorder touches every part of a child's school day.

In this presentation, we'll go over typical language development before taking a closer look at Developmental Language Disorders. We’ll talk about what a student with DLD really looks like in your classroom, using examples and case discussions. You'll walk away with a better understanding of what DLD is, how it shows up in your students, and what you can do to support them.



Presenters
avatar for Laurie Leibov

Laurie Leibov

Speech Language Pathologist, 220-Pedagogical Services
Laurie is a school speech language pathologist with more than 15 years of experience working at SWLSB. She has had the privilege of working across multiple schools within our school board, supporting students, families, and school teams.
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 226 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  SLP

10:40am EDT

Engage, Analyze, Succeed: NotebookLM in the Social Sciences Classroom
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 232 (Geo Lab) @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
NotebookLM is a powerful tool that helps drive student engagement, synthesize knowledge, and contribute to the interpretation of social phenomena. This session explores how online materials from LEARN and the RÉCIT can be used with NotebookLM and other AI assistants to improve student success in our Social Science programs.
Guest Presenters
avatar for Paul Rombough

Paul Rombough

Pedagogical Consultant - Social Sciences, LEARN Quebec
Paul has been the Provincial Pedagogical Consultant for Social Sciences at LEARN since 2006, with additional dossiers in Education for Reconciliation and more. Educated at University of Toronto and McGill, he is a former high school teacher of English and History. He has worked in... Read More →
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 232 (Geo Lab) 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  Social Studies

10:40am EDT

Beyond Words: Using Visuals to Support Every Learner (Without the Stress!)
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 211 @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
Workshop Description:

In an educational landscape where communication takes many forms, visual supports are not just accommodations—they are universal tools for success. Grounded in current best practices and deeply informed by neurodivergent perspectives, this practical workshop reframes how we view and implement visuals to support every learner in the classroom.

What We Will Explore

Understanding Non-Speaking Students: Shift from a deficit model to an inclusive mindset by exploring the diverse reasons why some students are non-speaking or rely on various methods of non-verbal communication.

Diverse Communication Styles: Examine how information is processed and shared, honoring the unique communication styles of neurodivergent learners.

The Universal Language of Visuals: Realize just how much we all rely on visual cues in our own daily lives (from traffic signs to smartphone icons) and how to bridge that familiarity into the classroom.

Practical Visual Toolkits: Move beyond theory with a concrete introduction to different types of visuals—such as schedules, choice boards, and environmental cues—along with step-by-step strategies on how to create and implement them effortlessly.

What You Will Take Away

You don't need a background in graphic design or endless free time to make your environment more accessible. Attendees will leave this session with an actionable understanding of how to build preventative, visual supports that reduce anxiety and foster independence.

To ensure your success long after the workshop ends, all participants will receive a  package of extra resources, ready-to-use templates, and evidence-based guides to support your daily practice. Let's demystify visual supports together and make communication and learning accessible for everyone.
Guest Presenters
SL

Sheila Lindsay

Special Ed. Technician, 152-Crestview Elementary
With over a decade of experience supporting neurodivergent and neurotypical learners, Sheila Lindsay specializes in diverse, non-verbal communication methods. Currently a Special Education Technician at Crestview’s Rainbow Center, she focuses on crisis intervention and preventative... Read More →
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 211 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  Spec Ed

10:40am EDT

Buzz, Bounce, Grow: Understanding ADHD Across Ages and Stages
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 212 @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a lifelong neurodevelopmental condition, yet its presentation shifts dramatically as a student grows. This session provides a comprehensive look at how ADHD manifests through different school-age developmental stages, spanning from the high-energy behavioral markers of kindergarten to the complex academic and executive dysfunction challenges faced by high school juniors.
Presenters
avatar for Lindsay Parr

Lindsay Parr

Student Services Consultant, 220-Pedagogical Services
I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from McGill University and a Master of Arts in Education from the University of Ottawa, along with additional training in preschool education, social-emotional learning, and trauma-informed pedagogies. For more than 10 years, I have worked with... Read More →
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 212 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  Spec Ed

10:40am EDT

Exploring the Diverse Realities of Autism
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 213 @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
What does it feel like to navigate a classroom when the world is louder, faster, or more overwhelming than it appears to others? This workshop will help educators better understand the lived experiences of autistic students by exploring topics such as processing speed, sensory processing, executive functioning, and behaviour. Through practical examples, guided experiences, and interactive discussions, participants will gain insight into the reasons behind common challenges and learn how to respond with greater empathy and effectiveness. Educators will leave with a deeper understanding of autism and practical strategies to create more supportive and inclusive learning environments for all students.
Presenters
avatar for Becky Marsland

Becky Marsland

Student Services Consultant, 220-Pedagogical Services
As a Student Services Consultant for the Sir Wilfrid Laurier School Board, I support educators in creating inclusive environments for neurodivergent learners. With 17 years of on the ground experience working with autisic individuals, including nine years at Giant Steps School, I... Read More →
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 213 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  Spec Ed

10:40am EDT

From Reports to Action: Differentiation that Drives Results for Diverse Learners
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 214 @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
From Reports to Action: Differentiation That Drives Results for Diverse Learners is designed to help teachers confidently turn professional report recommendations into practical classroom strategies that truly support student success. This session will explore how to better understand student learning profiles, recognize how students learn best, and apply accommodations and differentiation in meaningful, manageable ways. Using real-life classroom scenarios and connections to UDL, RTI, and MTSS frameworks, participants will explore inclusive strategies that support engagement, accessibility, and achievement for diverse learners. Teachers will leave with practical tools, ideas, and approaches they can immediately apply to instruction, assessment, and classroom supports to create responsive learning environments where all students can thrive.































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avatar for Melissa D'Ambrosio

Melissa D'Ambrosio

Student Services Consultant, 220-Pedagogical Services
At heart, I am an educator. My perspective is shaped by years of rewarding, hands-on experience as both a generalist teacher and a remedial teacher specializing in diverse learning needs. Throughout my career, I have developed a deep passion for professional collaboration, mentorship... Read More →
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 214 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  Spec Ed

10:40am EDT

Les blessures invisibles: Enseigner avec une approche sensible aux traumas
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 215 @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
Les élèves ayant vécu des traumatismes portent souvent des fardeaux invisibles qui influencent leur fonctionnement en classe. Ces expériences peuvent affecter de manière importante leur disponibilité émotionnelle et leur capacité à s’engager dans les apprentissages.

Cette formation vise à mieux comprendre l’impact des traumas sur l’apprentissage, l’autorégulation et les relations interpersonnelles en milieu scolaire. Des pistes d’intervention et des stratégies ancrées dans une approche sensible aux traumas seront explorées. Ceci vous amènera à porter un regard différent sur les comportements des élèves et à mettre en place des pratiques qui favorisent un climat de classe sécurisant, bienveillant et propice aux apprentissages pour tous.

_________

Students who have experienced trauma often carry invisible burdens that affect how they function in the classroom. These experiences can significantly impact their emotional well-being, readiness to learn, and ability to engage in academic activities.

This professional learning session is designed to help better understand the effects of trauma on learning, self-regulation, and interpersonal relationships in school settings. We will explore practical strategies and interventions grounded in a trauma-informed approach. Through this lens, you will be encouraged to view student behaviour differently and implement practices that foster a safe, supportive, and inclusive classroom environment that promotes learning and well-being for all students.

This session will be offered in French.
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avatar for Sonia Ethier

Sonia Ethier

Student Services Consultant, 220-Pedagogical Services
As a professional passionate about children’s development, I worked as a social worker for most of my career. I am deeply committed to the mental health of both adults and youth, intercultural intervention, working in vulnerable contexts, inclusive preventive practices, and collaborating... Read More →
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 215 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  Spec Ed

10:40am EDT

When Diagnoses Collide: What Do We Prioritize First in the Classroom?
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 221 @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
Students with co-occurring diagnoses often present with complex academic, behavioural, emotional, sensory, and social needs, making it difficult for teachers to know what to prioritize in the classroom. This professional development session will help teachers move beyond a diagnosis-first approach and use a practical, evidence-based framework to identify students’ most immediate needs, including safety, regulation, access to learning, communication, and skill-building. Participants will learn how to interpret behaviour through a needs-based lens, select appropriate classroom supports, and respond in ways that are proactive, compassionate, and focused on helping students participate meaningfully and build independence. 
Presenters
DA

Diana Antonacci

Student Services Consultant, 220-Pedagogical Services

Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 221 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  Spec Ed

10:40am EDT

Wiring, Not Willfulness: Early Intervention for Oppositional Defiant Disorder
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 222 @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
When a five-year-old flips a chair during center time, or a seven-year-old flatly refuses to line up for recess, it is easy to feel like you are locked in a deliberate power struggle. But in the early elementary classroom, what looks like a bad attitude is usually a reflection of brain architecture, not a personal attack on your lesson plan.
Wiring, Not Willfulness reframes Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) specifically through an early intervention educational lens. Designed for teachers, this session moves past traditional, punitive disciplinary models, which often inadvertently escalate behaviours in young learners, to explore how early, school-based interventions can rewrite a student's trajectory. Instead of trying to break a challenging behaviour through sheer force of will, you will learn how to decode the neurodevelopmental "wiring" driving the defiance and intervene before negative school patterns become permanent.

Perfect for kindergarten through early elementary teachers looking to trade classroom frustration for effective, evidence-based engagement strategies.
Presenters
avatar for Nicholas Luis

Nicholas Luis

Student Services Consultant, 220-Pedagogical Services
As a Student Services Consultant for the Sir Wilfrid Laurier School Board, I support school teams in implementing specialized intervention plans and inclusive practices for at-risk and special needs students. I hold a Master of Education in Educational Psychology and Bachelor’s... Read More →
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 222 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  Spec Ed

10:40am EDT

Youth Suicide: What Schools Need to Know
LIMITED1.25 PD
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 216 @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
Limited Capacity seats available
  1. The presentation explains that youth suicide is a serious issue, and schools play a key role in prevention by recognizing warning signs and creating supportive environments.
  2. It outlines risk factors, critical moments, and warning signs (e.g., mental health struggles, trauma, behavioral changes), while emphasizing the importance of protective relationships and early intervention.
  3. It also highlights appropriate language, evidence-based prevention strategies (tiered supports), and the role of trained staff in assessing risk, ensuring safety, and connecting students to help.


Presenters
avatar for Melanie Bujold

Melanie Bujold

Social Services Officer, 220-Pedagogical Services
I am the Social Services Officer working out of the Pedagogcial Services Department. My work includes the promotion of health, wellbeing, and equity in our school communities; this includes but is not limited to: mental health, suicide prevention, Truth and Reconciliation, DEI, substance... Read More →
Friday September 18, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am EDT
184-LRHS: 216 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada
  Well-Being

11:55am EDT

11:55am - 12:00pm (5 Min) - Survey & Attendance
Friday September 18, 2026 11:55am - 12:00pm EDT
184-LRHS @ 448 Av. d'Argenteuil, Lachute, QC J8H 1W9, Canada

Friday September 18, 2026 11:55am - 12:00pm EDT
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