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9:00am EDT

Critical AI Literacy and Environmental Sustainability

Monday October 5, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT

190-LSA: Room TBA @ 3200 Bd du Souvenir, Laval, QC H7V 1W9, Canada

This workshop addresses the technical, ethical, and environmental dimensions of Artificial Intelligence. Educators will examine the fundamentals of how AI works, the impact of societal bias in data, and the importance of using objective language when discussing automated systems. The session also investigates the environmental footprint of generative AI and introduces classroom resources, including a school digital audit and five ready-to-teach lessons, to help students analyze and discuss sustainable technology policies.

Guest Presenters

Jérémy Martineau

Education facilitator and community developer,, Digital Moment

Education facilitator and community developer, has a background in computer science and education. Passionate about popularizing and sharing knowledge, he aims to make learning enjoyable and facilitate access to digital skills.

Monday October 5, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
190-LSA: Room TBA

EdTech

Target Audience All Staff
Language English
Event/Type ConnectED Laval (LSA)
MEQ Competencies 13-Ethics, 12-Digital, 11-PD & Profession

9:00am EDT

Integrating Computational Thinking in the Elementary Classroom

Monday October 5, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT

190-LSA: Room TBA @ 3200 Bd du Souvenir, Laval, QC H7V 1W9, Canada

Designed for teachers looking to incorporate digital literacy into their current practice, this workshop walks through the fundamentals of computational thinking using Scratch. We will build sample projects together and review the Experience CS lesson framework, which supports teachers of all technical backgrounds. The session concludes with a breakdown of how these resources map to the Quebec elementary curriculum to ensure seamless classroom integration.

Guest Presenters

German Arcila

Programs and Training Manager, Digital Moment

German Arcila, Programs and Training Manager at Digital Moment since 2019, has a background in business administration, computer science, and education. He designs and manages impactful training programs, bridging technology and human understanding to create dynamic learning for diverse... Read More →

Monday October 5, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
190-LSA: Room TBA

EdTech

Target Audience Elementary, New Teachers, Attendants, Resource
Language English
Event/Type ConnectED Laval (LSA)
MEQ Competencies 12-Digital, 03-Planning, 11-PD & Profession

9:00am EDT

Supporting Learners, Together! Leveraging Alloprof for Student Autonomy and Success

Monday October 5, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT

190-LSA: Room TBA @ 3200 Bd du Souvenir, Laval, QC H7V 1W9, Canada

In an evolving educational landscape, educational goals remain constant: developing a world where each student takes charge of their learning with confidence. In this session, attendees will be introduced to the Alloprof platform, a free partner in the Quebec education ecosystem, designed to empower students through trusted academic support, fully in line with the Quebec Education Program. This presentation will demonstrate how educators can integrate these resources to provide continual support both inside and outside the classroom. By providing educators with practical strategies for differentiated instruction and student motivation, we can work together to ensure no student feels "stuck". Together, let's foster a world where every learner has the tools to succeed.

Guest Presenters

Marine Khediguian

Alloprof

Monday October 5, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
190-LSA: Room TBA

General Pedagogy

Target Audience Elementary, Secondary, Spec Ed Techs, Admin & Leadership
Language English
Event/Type ConnectED Laval (LSA)
MEQ Competencies 03-Planning, 08-Success, 12-Digital

9:00am EDT

Your School Library and Beyond: Resources to Enrich Your Lessons

Monday October 5, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT

190-LSA: Room TBA @ 3200 Bd du Souvenir, Laval, QC H7V 1W9, Canada

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.

Presenters

Laura Wulf

School Board Librarian, SWLSB

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 →

Monday October 5, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
190-LSA: Room TBA

General Pedagogy

Target Audience All Staff
Language English
Event/Type ConnectED Laval (LSA)
MEQ Competencies 12-Digital

9:00am EDT

Development and Learning in Elementary Math

Monday October 5, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT

190-LSA: Room TBA @ 3200 Bd du Souvenir, Laval, QC H7V 1W9, Canada

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

Vanessa Rayner

Math Consultant, SWLSB

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 →

Monday October 5, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
190-LSA: Room TBA

Math

Target Audience Elementary
Language English
Event/Type ConnectED Laval (LSA)
MEQ Competencies 02-Language, 03-Planning, 04-Teaching, 07-Diversity, 08-Success, 12-Digital

9:00am EDT

Engaging students using physical computing and python programming

Monday October 5, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT

190-LSA: Room TBA @ 3200 Bd du Souvenir, Laval, QC H7V 1W9, Canada

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

Andy Côté

Laboratory Technician, SWLSB

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 →

Ian Ritchie

Teacher - Sec. Math - Science, SWLSB

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 →

Monday October 5, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
190-LSA: Room TBA

SciTech

Target Audience Secondary, Adult Ed
Language English
Event/Type ConnectED Laval (LSA)
MEQ Competencies 12-Digital, 04-Teaching

9:00am EDT

The Science of Reading Meets Secondary Literacy: Cross-Curricular and Disciplinary Literacy Strategies for Every Classroom

Monday October 5, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT

190-LSA: Room TBA @ 3200 Bd du Souvenir, Laval, QC H7V 1W9, Canada

Adolescent literacy is a shared responsibility across all subject areas. This interactive session explores how secondary educators can apply Science of Reading principles through practical, evidence-based strategies that support multisyllabic word reading, Tier 2 vocabulary development, fluency, comprehension, and disciplinary literacy. Participants will engage with classroom-ready routines, including vocabulary instruction and the "Get-the-Gist" strategy, to strengthen literacy outcomes and student understanding across the curriculum.

Guest Presenters

Dr. Todd Cunningham

CEO, Learn Different

Dr. Cunningham is a clinical and school psychologies, Assistant Professor (teaching stream), Chair of the School and Clinical Child Psychology program at the University of Toronto and provides psychological services through is private practice. His research investigates the support... Read More →

John DeLuca

Business Development Lead, Learn Different

Currently the Business Development Lead at Learn Different, John's influence extends beyond teaching. A skilled connector, he collaborates with School Boards, colleges, and businesses, uniting pedagogy with practicality through webinars, marketing, and resource creation. With 17... Read More →

Monday October 5, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
190-LSA: Room TBA

Spec Ed