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Beginning Teachers September
Welcome to the Beginning Teacher Conference SeriesWelcome to a year of learning, growth, and connection.
As beginning teachers in Edmonton Catholic Schools, you are called to a vocation that shapes hearts, minds, and futures. Rooted in joy and guided by faith, this conference series is designed to support you as you develop your professional practice, strengthen your confidence, and deepen your impact on student learning.
Throughout the year, we will journey together through three learning experiences:

September 10th, 2026: Called to Teach – Beginning with Purpose
Building strong foundations through planning, relationships, and classroom routines.

January 30th, 2027: Called to Respond – Seeing and Serving Every Learner
Developing responsive practices through assessment, inclusion, and student-centered learning.

April 24th, 2027: Called to Grow – Strengthening Your Voice, Vocation, and Impact
Reflecting on your growth, celebrating your accomplishments, and setting goals for the future.
Together, we are rooted in faith, called to serve, and committed to excellence in Catholic education. We are grateful that you are part of this community and look forward to learning alongside you throughout the year.

"The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, generosity, faithfulness..."
Galatians 5:22

Saturday September 12, 2026 11:15am - 12:15pm MDT
This session introduces K–6 educators to the intentional use of Proactive Circles as a foundational practice for building community, strengthening relationships, and fostering a sense of belonging in the classroom. Grounded in restorative practices, participants will explore how proactive circles create safe, inclusive spaces where every student’s voice is heard. Teachers will experience circle structures firsthand and leave with practical tools to embed regular circle practice into daily routines.
Speakers
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Claudia Pederson

EDIAR Manager, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Claudia Pederson leads the Creating Communities of Belonging department, supporting schools in fostering environments where every student and staff member feels valued, safe, and connected. Her work focuses on strengthening inclusive practices, building staff capacity, and advancing... Read More →
Saturday September 12, 2026 11:15am - 12:15pm MDT
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