VTAM - Sustainability and Vocational Teaching
Event is FULL - Currently not accepting registrations
Location: R.B. Russell Vocational School, 364 Dufferin Avenue, Winnipeg, MB
Date: October 21, 2022
Program
08:00 am - 09:00 am - Registration
09:00 am - 10:00 am - Keynote (theatre)
10:00 am - 10:15 am - Break
10:15 am - 11:00 am - Networking with colleagues and vendors
11:00 am - 11:30 am - AGM (theatre)
11:30 am - 01:00 pm - Lunch (provided for all registered attendees - walk-up traffic will need to wait to see if there is food left)
01:00 pm - 02:00 pm - A Sessions
02:05 pm - 03:05 pm - B Sessions
01:00 pm - 03:05 pm - C Sessions *
03:05 pm - 03:30 pm - Conference Wrap Up
* The C sessions are two hours in length and registrants will only attend the C session that they choose; not an A or B session *
Session Descriptions
Keynote Speaker: Ainsley Krone
9:00 am - 10:00 am
The Manitoba Advocate for Children and Youth (MACY) exists to make sure that the voices of young people are heard. They make sure that their rights are respected and that they have a say in decisions that affect their lives. MACY advocates for young people, investigate situations in their lives and reviews public services in Manitoba to ensure that they are meeting the needs of children, youth, and young adults. Join Ainsley Krone from The Manitoba Advocate for Children and Youth as she discusses the important role that teachers have in Student Mental Health.
Presenters: We have set up this year’s conference so that most sessions are repeated in the first and second-time slots. This gives you more ability to sit in on what speaks to you. There are two trade-of-hairstyling-specific sessions that are not repeated.
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A Sessions
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
A.1 - Project Learning Tree Canada - Danika Strecko, Senior Manager, Education
Green jobs represent one of the fastest growing and changing segments of the global economy. Join PLT Canada to learn more about PLT Canada programs, resources, and tools to help equip students with essential technical and leadership STEM skills to access and sustain employment in the green sector.
A.2 - Manitoba Advocate for Children and Youth - Ainsley Krone
Thrival Kits TM are shoebox-sized kits that students fill with small, meaningful items as they complete classroom challenges and activities throughout the school year. Activities are focused on mental health promotion. These daily practices protect and promote mental well-being. This presentation will go into detail about Thrival Kits TM and how teachers can incorporate them into their classrooms. This session will be delivered by The Manitoba Advocate for Children and Youth Office and The Canadian Mental Health Association (Manitoba and Winnipeg), the founding partner organizations for this innovative and made-in-Manitoba project. In the 2021-22 school year, 32,000 students in grades four to six, across Manitoba, participated in Thrival Kits TM.
A.3 - Manitoba Education & Early Childhood Learning New High School Hairstyling Curriculum - Gilles Landry and Brenda Giesbrecht
Focus on the new high school hairstyling curriculum, and the Apprenticeship Manitoba technical training standards on which it’s based. The new curriculum will be compared to the previous one. Participants will learn about curriculum development and revision, the rationale for updating the curriculum, and how the technical training standards are incorporated.
A.4 - Horticulture and Culinary Arts - Louise Shachtay and Tom Pitt, White Cap Distribution
Join us as we explore the cycle and mycology of different fungi native to North America. Learn some fun ways to prepare and serve a variety of edible and medicinal mushrooms and learn why mushrooms are not only nutritious and delicious but are one of the most sustainable products in the world with the smallest environmental footprints.
*first come, first served – 20 spots available
A.5 - Finding Space for Sustainability: Location, Location, Location! - Paul Clarke, B.A., M. Ed., Sustainability, Creativity, and Innovation
Infusing sustainability concepts into your Vocational Teaching practice doesn’t start with asking “How” or “What”, but instead begins with a deeper dive into “Where”. Discover how your own sense of Place can anchor your instruction, deepen trade, or craft specific knowledge, and help inspire students to instill tenets of sustainability into their vocational training work and their future careers.
A.6 - Why Educate EV Techs Now? - Robert Elms, President, Manitoba Electric Vehicle Association (ManitobaEV)
Until recently, many in the auto industry insisted that the transition to fully electric transportation would take generations. Wrong. Last year, battery electric automaker Tesla became more valuable than the world’s other top ten auto companies combined. As Larry Vickar says, “The future is electric. The future is here.”
A.7 - Jordon's Principle - Wayne McLeod and Joni Wilson
Information sharing, regarding Jordan’s Principle Coordinator services available to the Winnipeg School Division. The JPC and Jordan’s Principle program manager for Southern Chiefs Organization will provide a PowerPoint presentation explaining the role of Jordan’s Principle Coordinator, types of services/supports available to children, families and WSD staff. A review of the application forms required, eligibility criteria and other information will be shared. The presenters will offer program pamphlets and posters available in the vendor area of this MTS PD Day Conference.
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B Sessions
2:05 pm - 3:05 pm
B.1 - Project Learning Tree Canada - Danika Strecko, Senior Manager, Education
Green jobs represent one of the fastest growing and changing segments of the global economy. Join PLT Canada to learn more about PLT Canada programs, resources, and tools to help equip students with essential technical and leadership STEM skills to access and sustain employment in the green sector.
B.2 - Manitoba Advocate for Children and Youth - Ainsley Krone
Thrival Kits TM are shoebox-sized kits that students fill with small, meaningful items as they complete classroom challenges and activities throughout the school year. Activities are focused on mental health promotion. These daily practices protect and promote mental well-being. This presentation will go into detail about Thrival Kits TM and how teachers can incorporate them into their classrooms. This session will be delivered by The Manitoba Advocate for Children and Youth Office and The Canadian Mental Health Association (Manitoba and Winnipeg), the founding partner organizations for this innovative and made-in-Manitoba project. In the 2021-22 school year, 32,000 students in grades four to six, across Manitoba, participated in Thrival Kits TM.
B.3 - Henkel (Hairstyling Group) - Sarah Anderson
The importance of living a sustainable lifestyle has become a necessity for all avenues of life. As we transform into a more health-conscious society, the hair industry has also adopted many of its own changes and habits. Regional Education Manager, Sarah Anderson will present on what these new adaptations are and how to maintain them within your salon.
B.4 - Manitoba Education & Early Childhood Learning Technical Vocational Education: A Unique Opportunity for Manitoba Students
- Gilles Landry and Brenda Giesbrecht
What makes Technical Vocation Education (TVE) a unique opportunity for Manitoba students? What are the four types of funding available? This workshop is an overview of TVE. Topics include curriculum development, approval of clusters, number of courses, teacher certification, initiating new programs, ending courses, and differences between TVE and non-TVE (Industrial Arts, Human Ecology, etc.…)
B.5 - Flower Therapy - Louise Shachtay
Working with flowers is a great way to relax, unwind, and deepen your connection with nature. Let your creativity flow in the atmosphere of our tropical greenhouses, have some fun, and learn about some of the ways the floral industry is becoming more sustainable in its growing practices in Manitoba and abroad. Participants will create a floral arrangement with RB Russell’s award-winning horticulture teacher and horticulture therapist, Louise Shachtay. Flowers will be provided… just bring your creativity.
B.6 - Why Educate EV Techs Now? - Robert Elms, President, Manitoba Electric Vehicle Association (ManitobaEV)
Until recently, many in the auto industry insisted that the transition to fully electric transportation would take generations. Wrong. Last year, battery electric automaker Tesla became more valuable than the world’s other top ten auto companies combined. As Larry Vickar says, “The future is electric. The future is here.”
*Additional fee of $20 to cover material costs
*This session is on a first-come, first-served basis with a limit of 20 participants.
B.6 - Finding Space for Sustainability: Location, Location, Location! - Paul Clarke, B.A., M. Ed., Sustainability, Creativity, and Innovation
Infusing sustainability concepts into your Vocational Teaching practice doesn’t start with asking “How” or “What”, but instead begins with a deeper dive into “Where”. Discover how your own sense of Place can anchor your instruction, deepen trade, or craft specific knowledge, and help inspire students to instill tenets of sustainability into their vocational training work and their future careers.
B.7 - Jordon's Principle - Wayne McLeod and Joni Wilson
Information sharing, regarding Jordan’s Principle Coordinator services available to the Winnipeg School Division. The JPC and Jordan’s Principle program manager for Southern Chiefs Organization will provide a PowerPoint presentation explaining the role of Jordan’s Principle Coordinator, types of services/supports available to children, families and WSD staff. A review of the application forms required, eligibility criteria and other information will be shared. The presenters will offer program pamphlets and posters available in the vendor area of this MTS PD Day Conference.
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C Sessions
1:00 pm - 3:05 pm
C.1 - Bear Clan Patrol Inc. - Rose Fontaine
Walk in the community, handing out food and building relationships with community members. There is always a need for supplies with the change in weather and as winter approaches. If you feel so inclined, mitts and gloves are always welcome, as are granola bars and water bottles. Your generosity is greatly appreciated.
C.2 - Ribbon Skirt Revival - Tanya McKay
Explore ribbon skirt teaching and make your own skirt to take home. This session has an additional fee of $30 to cover the fabric, ribbon, and elastics. Learn the teachings, fittings, and appliqué of ribbon. *You must have the ability to work a domestic sewing machine to participate.
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PAYMENT AND REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT ONLY IS ONLINE ONLY. NO CHEQUES OR CASH WILL BE ACCEPTED.
Membership and Conference Fees
VTAM Conference Fee ..................................$90
VTAM Membership & Conference Fee .......$80
Walk-up Fee ...................................................$100
VTAM 2022-2023 Membership Fee ............$25
(no half-day fees available)
Walk-up traffic will need to wait to see if there is food left for lunch if they want to eat.
If you have any questions about the conference and/or registration, please contact Steven Sprange at steven.sprange@7oaks.org
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