How do you represent, support, and advocate for groups that you may not belong to without diluting the message? How do you use a voice of privilege to amplify one that struggles and strives for something as basic as accessibility? Come for a chat with Project Someone members who have worked with various groups in Canada, the US, Europe, …

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Learn how journaling can be used as a self-care tool. During these times, self-care is more important than ever. What you will learn is useful for parents and children. Tonia James, Guidance Counsellor EMSB – Student Services

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Can you imagine a world where your teenagers and children actually see how the curriculum applies to the real world? A non-profit called E2 Adventures has been live-streaming field trips for students since March 2020. These educational experiences allow students to explore active construction sites, video game design studios, vaccine manufacturers and more, in real-time. …

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In this part psychoeducational, part interactive workshop, we will explore the following questions: – What does the literature say is happening neurodevelopmentally in adolescent brains? – Why is my teenage child becoming more and more dependent on screens/becoming so adverse when I ask them to stop? – Is it possible to set boundaries with our …

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Life is riddled with challenges and although we hope our children are always happy they will have to experience bumps along the road and make tough decisions. Through interactive discussion, we will explore ways in which we can help our children grow and learn skills they need to handle life’s challenges. Considerations regarding the current …

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This session will explore the learning needs and milestones of kindergarten students. This presentation will allow parents to have a clearer understanding of the preschool program and what school readiness really involves for children and their families. Connie Cassetta, ESD Consultant EMSB Educational Services Megan Mullen, ESD Consultant EMSB Educational Services

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Fat-Phobia & Size Discrimination: An Introduction We hear more and more about fatphobia, but what is it exactly? This presentation will help you understand the roots of Fat-Phobia and recognize when you are in presence of size discrimination. Edith Bernier, Public Speaker, ConsultantPrevention of Weight/Size Discrimination – Inclusion of People of Size, Founder of Grossophobie.ca …

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Homework can be a challenge in the evenings, and students find it hard too! LEARN offers evening online tutoring and homework help at no charge. Our tutors are experienced, qualified Quebec teachers who work one-on-one with students through our engaging and interactive secure online platform. We provide students in the elementary and secondary sector support in Math, French, Sciences, Social …

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This session will explore various facets of digital citizenship for high school parents, including the implication of online learning, for a healthy digital life. Caroline Dupuis, ICT Consultant EMSB – Educational Services

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Varied learning approaches and understanding of the educational environment, as well as the incidence of mental health vulnerabilities and their impact on academic success, not only add intricacy to teaching, but also to parenting. As an educator working with students who exhibit entangled educational/emotional portraits, general teaching tactics often fall short in reaching our most challenging and …

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Can you imagine a world where your teenagers and children actually see how the curriculum applies to the real world? A non-profit called E2 Adventures has been live-streaming field trips for students since March 2020. These educational experiences allow students to explore active construction sites, video game design studios, vaccine manufacturers and more, in real-time. …

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Homework can be a challenge in the evenings, and students find it hard too! LEARN offers evening online tutoring and homework help at no charge. Our tutors are experienced, qualified Quebec teachers who work one-on-one with students through our engaging and interactive secure online platform. We provide students in the elementary and secondary sector support in Math, French, Sciences, Social …

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Whether it is to food, drugs, screens or pornography these external processes may have become a primary way in which our children have learned to cope with challenges they may face. With years of experience working with both parents and children/youth struggling with dependencies to behaviours (gambling, screens, etc) or substances (drugs, alcohol), we will …

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We teach children how to count, to read, to tie their shoelaces. We teach them to develop the abilities they need to be happy, active, and well-adjusted adults. Honesty is one of those behaviors. It forms the basis of trust in our relationships. Learning how to be honest and communicate in a respectful, kind, and …

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This workshop will explore the various ways that parents can support the development of literacy and numeracy skills at home with their preschool-aged children. Speakers: Connie Cassetta is the Preschool Education Consultant at the EMSB. Connie supports preschool teachers and school administration with the implementation of the Preschool Cycle Program. Her goal is to provide …

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What can we learn from children’s art? Children are innately creative, and often prolific producers of art. They are also natural curators, constantly collecting, arranging, and interpreting groups of things they have assembled. Throughout history, children have mainly been seen in terms of what they lack, whether that is education, discipline, or experience. But children …

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An educational session designed to help parents and caregivers navigate the complex and often sensitive topic of sexuality education with their children. The presentation aims to provide practical advice and strategies for talking about sexuality in age and developmentally-appropriate ways in conjunction with the MEQ Sexuality Education content. It will also emphasize the importance of …

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In this workshop, Media Education Specialist Marc-Alexandre Ladouceur from MediaSmarts will give tips on managing kids’ screen time, helping to keep your kids safe online, and setting household internet rules. Speaker: As a Media Education Specialist at MediaSmarts, Canada’s centre for digital media literacy, Marc-Alexandre is responsible for creating resources for educators, parents, and community …

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Despite the advent of social media, the internet, and a move towards a more inclusive society, there are still so many misconceptions about hearing, hearing loss, and the impact of our noisy world on our everyday lives. Join us as we share facts and debunk myths and misconceptions in this interactive session. Speakers: Salvatore Piccolo …

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The presentation on Cultural Diversity and Racism is an interactive workshop that invites us to critically reflect on issues related to “race”, ethnicity, and racism in order to create a more egalitarian, inclusive, and open to diversity. After having defined the terms race, ethnicity, and racism, the workshop guides us to recognize the manifestations of …

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Enjoy this 30 minute video that explores how to communicate using the arts—puppetry, music, painting, cooking – and even pets. The team and students at Galileo Adult Education Centre will demonstrate fun and effective methods of communication to express their thoughts and emotions. Sit back, enjoy and let’s talk! Led by administrators Martina Schiavone and …

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When it comes to physical activity, we know the ‘why’- because it’s good for your health! and we know the ‘should’ – 60 minutes a day of physical activity! but we don’t always know the ‘how’. This webinar will present different tools to help parents encourage a physically active lifestyle for their children and themselves. …

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Homework can be a challenge in the evenings, and students find it hard too! LEARN offers evening online tutoring and homework help at no charge. Our tutors are experienced, qualified Quebec teachers who work one-on-one with students through our engaging and interactive secure online platform. We provide students in the elementary and secondary sector support …

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In this workshop, parents will become more tech-wise, gain tips to create a healthy screen balance, and help protect their youth from the allure of screen addiction. Explore: – The roadmap to success begins with YOU, their parent. – The psych science of gaming & social media technology – When should parents be concerned? – …

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This capsule titled Is Your Child Gifted? will discuss (a) How to know if your child is gifted? (b) What Programs are available? and (c) How to support your gifted child? A repertoire of valuable resources for parents will be shared. Speaker: Dr. Camelia Birlean is the Consultant for Gifted and Exceptional Learners at the EMSB ‘s Student …

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This capsule titled Enrichment Programs at EMSB: A Menu for Talented Learners will focus on:  (a) the school-wide enrichment, specifically The Battle of the Books Enrichment Program, Global Issues Problem Solving Enrichment Program,  Debating and Public Speaking Enrichment Program and Math International Caribou Competition and (b) Independent Enrichment Programs showcasing specific examples of student work and achievements. …

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