National Leaders Conference
The 2019 National Leaders Post Conference Call for Workshop Proposals are open until December 7. Apply here.
Other Conferences & Resources
CAIS schools are leaders in education. Many of our schools develop programs for educators, and we encourage you to check out these world-class opportunities in our sections below.
Aditionally, from time to time, CAIS promotes Professional Development opportunities led by credible organizations with missions and values that are aligned with CAIS.
Contact us to post your program with CAIS
- iparadis@cais.ca
- (905) 684 5658
CAIS School Conference & PD Opportunities
CAIS schools are leaders in education. Many schools develop programs for educators, and we encourage you to check out these world-class opportunities.
PBL CANADA INSTITUTE
Quality Project Based Learning
August 19-21, 2019
View flyer here.
Hillfield Strathallan College
In Partnership with PBL Works.
Do you want to make the classroom more student=driven, inquiry based and authentic?
Come to the PBL Canada Institute in Hamilton, ON and work with the faculty from the Buck Institute for Education, the leaders in project-based learning. Courses are available for teachers and leaders to learn about Gold Standard PBL and project design, assessment and implementation.
Read more and register here.
Discussion-Based Learning Symposium:
Exploring the Harkness Philosophy in Our Classrooms
Date & Time:
August 20, 21, 22
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Cost:
$600 (plus GST)
*Includes lunch and refreshments each day and all conference materials
Location:
Southridge School
2656 160th St, Surrey, BC
Come explore how you can utilize student-centred, discussion-based, collaborative techniques to enhance your educational program and foster the growth of core competencies. You will be introduced to the Harkness philosophy, see how it is utilized in your subject area, and have an opportunity to practice the technique.
You will learn about the Harkness philosophy at Southridge School and hear from educators who are currently researching and using discussion-based learning techniques in their classrooms.
Who might be interested?
- Humanities, Arts, Science, Mathematics, and Modern Languages educators who would like to incorporate discussion-based learning in their classrooms
- Administrators who are interested in student-centred educational practices
- Educational professionals who would like to learn more about the Harkness philosophy
Registration deadline: June 1, 2019
In person or virtual event!
On behalf of WE, we would like to express our sincere gratitude for your ongoing dedication, support and commitment to experiential service-learning in your classrooms and schools. We are fortunate to partner with you and grow together as a community of professional learners who empower youth with the skills, knowledge and motivation to bring positive and transformative change in themselves and in the world.
Participants at the summit will hear from current thought leaders in experiential service learning and receive an exclusive look at what's new and available within the WE Schools Program. You'll have the opportunity to connect with others just like you to deepen your understanding and grow your practice to the next level.
We are excited to share that this year the WE Schools Educator Summit will be in person and virtual. We will be providing further information about speakers, workshops and location information in August.
Please register HERE.
WE Schools Educator Summit Details
Date: Thursday, August 22nd, 2019
Location: WE Global Learning Centre (339 Queen Street East)
Time: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
THINKING BOOTCAMP
Integrative Thinking in the Classroom
At Pickering College
August 21 & 22, 2019
The Integrative Thinking toolbox uses frameworks developed by
academics, across fields to support students to think about their
thinking and creating better models. Originally created for executives
and leaders, educators across K-12 have become the pedagogical
innovators who have shaped the tools to enhance their practice and
student learning.
Join colleagues across grades and subject areas to explore concrete
tools to bring 21st century learning, skills and mindsets to life – on
the first day of school!
REGISTER NOW!
www.pickeringcollege.on.ca/ithink
PROGRAM STRUCTURE:
This program is two consecutive days of learning, followed by four check-ins during the school year.
Two-day in-person program is a hands-on experience with the tools of Integrative Thinking, using lessons that teachers have created for their classrooms.
The check-ins will be led by educators and used to workshop ideas that you have for your classrooms.
Pair with a mentor for four remote check-ins during the school year.
Join us for this hands-on professional learning experience that you can implement the first day of school.
SESSION DATES: AUGUST 21 & 22, 2019
$595 early bird rate - until June 30 ($649 after June 30)
View the flyer here.
For groups of five or more, please contact us at
pcsummerprograms@pickeringcollge
Reggio-Inspired Summer Institute
St. Michaels University Junior School is pleased to offer this Summer Institute experience for educators wishing to deepen their practice through meaningfully inviting children into innovative experiences in literacy and mathematics, while building solid foundations in learning.
August 22 - 23, 2019
Registration Page and Link:
https://www.smus.ca/reggio_summer
View the flyer here.
St. Andrew's College annual Canadian Universities' Fair
October 2, 2019
St. Andrew’s College (SAC) will host its 12th Annual Canadian Universities' Fair for students in York Region on Wednesday, October 2 from 4:30-9:00 p.m. Last year more than 950 students gathered information from over 45 universities. We would like to continue this success. Please share this event information with students and parents you think would be interested in learning more about various Canadian universities. Admission and parking are free!
St. Andrew's College
15800 Yonge Street
Aurora, ON L4G 3H7
www.sac.on.ca
Inquiries:
E. universitycounselling@sac.on.ca
T. 905-727-3178 ext 240
Thursday, October 3 - 1:00pm to 8:00pm
Friday, October 4 - 8:00am to 4:00pm
Saturday, October 5 - 8:00am to 12:00pm
Team Coaching on Saturday - 12:30pm to 3:00pm
Have your team join Helen Pereira-Raso, Head of School at Holy Trinity School (HTS), Sandra Herbst, a global leader in assessment and leadership, and the faculty of HTS as they reveal the ways in which quality assessment principles support organizational change and the ongoing pursuit of excellence - both in your classroom and leadership practice.
Read more and register here.
Regional PD Opportunities
Quebec Association of Independent Schools (QAIS)
QAIS promotes collaboration, provides services that further educational leadership and advocates independent English language education in Quebec on behalf of its member schools.
Independent Schools Association of British Columbia (ISABC)
The purposes of the ISABC are to foster and encourage the establishment and operation of independent schools in BC. In a spirit of collaboration, the Association draws more closely together the Heads of School, school administrators, teachers, and students. The schools engage in collaborative professional development as the basis for enhancing teaching and learning in the schools.
Conference of Independent Schools of Ontario
Mission: To advance educational excellence in our member schools.
CIS Ontario is an association of independent schools working together to support member schools in their missions to prepare students for the 21st Century.