SWATCA 2025 - South Western Alberta Teachers' Convention: Full Schedule

Welcome to SWATCA 2025 on SCHED!

Here you will find the list of all the great sessions, speaker information, exhibitors and more! Check back here often for information on draws, prize winners, session updates and more!!

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10:30am MST

Quantum Physics Explained So It Makes Sense

Thursday February 20, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am MST

M1060

Whether you're an experienced physics teacher or simply a curious educator interested in the mysteries of the universe, this session is for you! Join us for a deep dive into quantum physics—where the rules of the universe are rewritten at the smallest scales. We’ll break down complex concepts into digestible, engaging lessons that make sense to everyone. Explore the fascinating phenomena of quantum mechanics with real-world analogies, simple explanations, and practical teaching strategies. You'll walk away with new insights and tools to make physics accessible and exciting, no matter your experience level. There will be no math in this session. The activities in this session will be based on resources from the Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics in conjunction with their Teacher Network.

Speakers

Spencer Wenzel

Thursday February 20, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am MST
M1060

Science (TQS 3), Gr 7-9, Gr 10-12

12:00pm MST

Origami in the Classroom: Engaging Young Minds Through Paper Folding

Thursday February 20, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm MST

M1060

Discover the magic of origami and learn how this ancient art form can transform your classroom into an engaging, interactive learning environment. This hands-on workshop is designed specifically for elementary school teachers seeking innovative ways to spark creativity and enhance critical thinking in their students. Participants will explore practical applications of origami to teach core subjects such as math, science, art, and language arts. Through guided paper-folding activities, teachers will gain the skills and confidence to introduce origami into their lessons and inspire young minds.

Speakers

Kaniz Fatima

Homeroom teacher, CIS

Mohmmad Monir Alam

I am an Alberta Certified Teacher with extensive experience teaching at various levels, from elementary to university. I hold a Bachelor of Education from Queen’s University and have specialized in Math, Computing Science, and Special Education. Over the years, I have taught in... Read More →

Thursday February 20, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm MST
M1060

Art (TQS 3), Gr K-3

1:30pm MST

Teaching Food and Nutrition – new K-9 Health and Wellness lesson plans ready for you!

Thursday February 20, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm MST

M1060

In consultation with the Body Image Research Lab at the University of Calgary's Werklund School of Education, we have developed Health and Wellness lesson plans related to Food, Nutrition, and Body image. They have been built on the valuable feedback that was received from teachers through surveys and focus groups. The lesson plans address outcomes from the Kindergarten through Grade 9 Health and Life Skills/Physical Education and Wellness curricula in Alberta and incorporate age-appropriate food and nutrition literacy guidance. What we will cover: An overview of the lesson plans that have been created to support the teachings of food and nutrition with the new curriculum. An overview of the lesson plans, where to find them and how to give feedback for changes you would like to see. We will also touch on how concepts of healthy relationship with food were considered throughout the development of the lesson plans, and what resources are available to support that work in the classrooms as well. (New short videos).

Speakers

Alberta Health Services

Thursday February 20, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm MST
M1060

Health & Wellness (TQS 3), Gr K-3, Gr 4-6, Gr 7-9