Canceled - Inquiry Workshop for Full Day Kindergarten

Please be advised that the Inquiry Workshop for Full Day Kindergarten on Wednesday February 3, 2016 has been canceled.  

Please Note: There will be a session in March for candidates who have Full Day Kindergarten placements.  Details regarding a date and time will be communicated next week.

Thank you.

"Life After Lakehead" Speaker Series - Feb 1st and 8th, 2016 - Heritage Place

Life after Lakehead: Career Fair Prep Feb. 1
1-2pm - OH 008
2:30-3:30pm - OH 010
Presented by: Andrew Mills, Student Success Centre

Life After Lakehead: Budgeting and Finances Feb. 8
1-2pm - OH 008
2:30-3:30pm - OH 010
Presented by: Jackie Bean & Betsy Maus, Enrolment Services

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Attention 2 Year Program Students - Year 2 Placement in a French Immersion or Core French Classroom

Hello everyone. 

Recent changes to OCT regulations mean that students in the 2 year program who wish to do one placement in a French immersion or core French classroom may have that opportunity in the second year.

You would be required to successfully complete an online FSL Additional Qualification course in the Spring or Summer term. Full details about this course will be available shortly, as will details about requesting such a placement, but in the meantime I'd like to gain a sense of how many of you might be interested in pursuing this option.

If you are interested in teaching French in one of these classrooms, please let me know and I'll be sure to include you in any future communication about the opportunity.

Frances

Your Ontario College of Teachers (OCT) Application Process & Responsibilities - How To Apply Video (on YouTube)

Good Day B.Ed Professional Program Students,

We are beginning to receive questions about how to apply to the OCT to become certified as a Teacher in Ontario.

Circle this date in your calendar.
It is important to remember that we have invited representatives from the Ontario College of Teachers to Lakehead University, on Wednesday February 24th, 2016 from 5:00 - 6:30pm.

It is extremely beneficial for all students hoping to graduate in June to be in attendance, as these representatives can address the many questions each of you may have about what is involved in your steps to become certified to teach in Ontario, after you earn your degree.

Appreciating that your focus right now should be on completing your winter term courses and a successful teaching placement, below you will find a link to a fantastic video that will walk you through how to get started with your OCT online profile.

Every student is encouraged to start their online application profile, as soon as possible.

Link to How To Apply To OCT Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V0aoL3K6wfQ&feature=youtu.be

Do You Hope To Graduate In The Spring of 2016?

Please read the following message about completing the "Intent To Graduate" Form

Do You Hope To Graduate this Spring?

Let us know by completing the "Intent to Graduate" form on line!

**The online "Intent to Graduate" form for Spring 2016 graduation is now available!

Completion of the "Intent to Graduate" form will ensure that you are included in the graduation assessments at the end of the 2016 Winter term. Do it now, it only takes a moment and there is no fee to complete the form. The form is available for students to complete online through their myInfo account.

Fill it out today if you want to be considered for Spring 2016 Graduation!

If you have questions please contact Enrolment Services - Academic Advising, Records and Registration on the Thunder Bay campus or Student Central on the Orillia campus.

Reminder - Coaching In Ontario Schools Workshop

~Forwarding on behalf of Professional Development in Education~

Professional Development Opportunity

Coaching in Ontario Schools 

EDUC 7089 WA-O

Wednesday January 27, 2016

5:00pm - 9:30pm

Gord Salt

OH0004

$40.00

CIOS is a program developed by the Coaching Association of Canada and the Ontario Federation of School Athletic Association (OFSAA) to give teacher-coaches & community volunteers the special skill-set that they need to coach effectively in the school environment.

The workshop is led by a NCCP trained Learning Facilitator and combines information required by coaches of beginner to intermediate athletes with skills they specifically need to work with student-athletes in the school environment.

This workshop provides:

·  NCCP Accreditation

·  Introduction to Ophea Safety Guidelines

·  Stronger knowledge of OFSAA policies and procedures

·  Understanding of school sport philosophy

·  Understanding/overview of CS4L

·  Better coaches

To Register for our Professional Development Opportunities:

Go to www.myinfo.lakeheadu.ca. 

Enter your Lakehead University username and password.

Once logged into MyInfo, click the “Student Tab”, and navigate to the subheading “Further Your Education”

Under the “Further Your Education” menu, click on “Professional Development Workshops”.

On the next page, read the information, and press continue if you agree to register for Professional Development workshops.

Select the workshop you would like to register for, and press continue.

Complete registration by following the Registration System’s Instructions.

**If you encounter any issues registering online, please register in person at the Education Administration Office (Heritage Place).

NOTE: If you are using a Mac, safari is no longer supported. Try using Fire Fox or Google Chrome.

You can reach me at: (807) 346-7852  e-mail canzew@lakeheadu.ca  / pd@lakeheadu.ca

Regards,

Connie

Education Fair - Wednesday February 3, 2016 at Orillia Heritage Place

Orillia Education Fair

When:     Wednesday February 3rd, 2016
Where:    HP Commons and Hallway
Time:      10:00am to 2:00pm

Please visit the Education Fair link to view the participating organizations and their websites. 

IMPORTANT NOTE: This is a drop-in/mingle event and students are not required to attend for a specific period of time. Classes do not need to be cancelled or adjusted in order for students to attend.

Chair's Video Message

Hello everyone. Here's a link to my latest video: https://youtu.be/M5JIFo-kvAg

This week's message includes information about the Education Fair and a workshop to help you prepare to meet the recruiters attending the fair, and another workshop about Budgeting and Finances. 

Among the Faculty of Education presentations are the Inquiry Workshop for Full Day Kindergarten with Kathleen Corrigan and Technology in Today's Classroom by Marci Duncan. Please check your emails or the Education blog for details about when and where these workshops will be offered.

Students in the 2 year program, your placement details will be released on Tuesday January 26th. Visit the Learning Commons that afternoon between 1:30 and 3:30 pm to confirm those details.

Not included in the video, but important nonetheless: Practicum/Placement information sessions will be scheduled for each cohort before the practicum block to provide details that will not be covered in your Classroom Management, Planning, and Evaluation  classes. Please check the Education Blog here for specifics about the time and date of your cohort's presentation: http://everythingeduorillia.blogspot.ca/

Finally, I'd like to acknowledge the sad news that the teacher who was killed on Friday in La Loche, Saskatchewan was a 2012 graduate of Lakehead University's Outdoor Recreation, Parks and Tourism and Education programs. A colleague who knew Adam Wood well shared a link to this tribute, which resonates with the conversations I've had with many of you about what makes a good teacher: https://www.facebook.com/rootstoharvest/photos/a.209685915729677.57501.207174875980781/1123459417685651/?type=3&fref=nf

Let's all try to think this week about how important teachers can be in the life of every child, and be inspired by the wonderful educators in our lives, past and present.

Release of Consecutive B.Ed Professional Program (Year 1) Winter Placement Details

Good Afternoon,

This is to notify all Consecutive B.Ed Professional Program (Year 1) students, that we will be releasing confirmed Winter Placement details between 1:30 - 3:30pm on Tuesday January 26th, 2016.

A table will be set up in the Heritage Place hallway between this time, to confirm (in-person) what you see on the Education Portal.

You will be advised of the electronic release of placement details, via email by Julie Howell.

Please read that communication carefully.

We thank you for your patience and cooperation during this busy time.

Regards,
The Education Administration Team

Technology in Today's Classroom Workshop with Marci Duncan

Attention B.Ed Students,

Marci Duncan, a Technology in the Classroom resource teacher with the Simcoe County District School Board, will be facilitating a workshop on Thursday February 4th, 2016 from 5:00-7:00pm in OH4.  Marci was a very popular member of our Educator's Panel on September 30th,and has been asked to return to continue to help us promote learning in today's 21st century classroom.

Some areas of discussion will be the use of technology in teaching and learning today, how to set up a "bring your own device" classroom, apps that promote global thinking and exciting action research projects currently happening in schools.

Please sign-up for this workshop in the Education Office early to avoid disappointment, as seats are limited.  There is no charge for this session.

Inquiry Workshop for Full-Day Kindergarten - Wednesday February 3rd, 2016

Inquiry Workshop for Full Day Kindergarten Classrooms: 

Wednesday February 3, 2016 from 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Room: OH8

Why are fire trucks red?

Using inquiry to support student learning in the early years.

This two-hour workshop will explore the role of inquiry learning in a Full-Day Early Learning-Kindergarten program. We will consider why inquiry learning, embedded in a play-based program, is a developmentally appropriate way for students to learn. We will investigate the role of the educator team who must be observers, planners, facilitators, assessors, and co-learners.

​Workshop Presenter : Kathleen Corrigan​​This workshop is being facilitated by Kathleen Corrigan. ​Kathleen recently retired from a thirty year career with the SCDSB.She gradually moved from a school setting to a central role supporting educators and students around the county. Over the years Kathleen was an Integration Resource Teacher (K-OAC), a Mathematics, Science and Technology Resource Teacher (K-8), a Reading Recovery Consultant, a Literacy Resource Teacher (K-12), and an Early Years Consultant (K-3). A few highlights of her career include the establishment and development of the Reading Recovery program in Simcoe , the implementation of the Dina Dinosaur Problem Solving and Social Skills Curriculum and the facilitation of numerous numeracy and literacy collaborative inquiries.

Kathleen retired from Simcoe after helping lead the implementation of the FDK program.  Since “retiring” Kathleen has continued to work as an author and reviewer, teach AQs, provide consultation and support for several independent schools and present a range of workshops for schools and child care.

Please sign-up for an available seat in this workshop in the Education Administration Office. There is no charge for this session. Students are asked to sign up by Friday January 29, 2016 to help us plan.

If you have questions about this workshop please contact Catherine Hannon (channon@lakeheadu.ca.)

Chair's Video Message

Hello everyone. We've been dealing with many weather-related issues in the past week. In tonight's video I share some of the concerns expressed by many of you. In addition, I can offer the following information:

1)  Details on the status of the campus can be found here:https://www.lakeheadu.ca/about/orillia-campus/weather

2)  Detailed policy on campus closure/class cancellation can be found here:https://www.lakeheadu.ca/faculty-and-staff/policies/general/campus-closure-class-cancellation-policy

3)  Safety tips can be found here:https://www.lakeheadu.ca/about/orillia-campus/weather/winter-safety-tips

I'm asking everyone, instructors and teacher candidates, to develop an emergency plan in case of inclement weather. For some teacher candidates this will mean making childcare, overnight or alternate transportation arrangements, and for others it will mean setting up a digi-buddy who can use Skype or Google Hangout to connect them with the classroom. It is your decision.

The bottom line is that it is up to each individual instructor and student to respond to inclement weather and if an individual has to miss a class, that individual should be prepared to work through the consequences.

Attendance is expected but not graded, and any teacher candidate who is absent for any reason needs to notify the instructor. This will likely mean that the teacher candidate may experience gaps in learning; it is each teacher candidate's responsibility to close the gap. Absences should be reserved for emergency situations. Missed classes due to inclement weather, like all absences, will not be an accepted reason why program requirements are not met.

Here's a link to the video: https://youtu.be/FT_FspN_Fic

Share it with your cohort!

And here's one more message from the organizers of the Gifted Conference, for anyone who has passed the Math Competency Exam and was successful in the first practicum: Are you interested in signing up for the Gifted Outreach Conference? It isn't too late! Contact Liz Breton (elbreton@lakeheadu.ca) or Chloe Verner (ceverner@lakeheadu.ca) to sign up! You will be required to attend 3 sessions (Jan 20, Feb 3 & March 9 all at 5PM) to plan a conference session alongside another teacher candidate partner. You'll meet SCDSB board officials, teachers and gifted students! You also get a great certificate to add to your resume and portfolio! Contact Liz or Chloe ASAP for more information and to register! 

Have a great week everyone!

REMINDER - Frost Week Event: Top 10 Online Tools For Teachers - Thursday January 14, 2016

Don't forget to visit the Heritage Place library today and check out the online educational resources event. The event will be available all day!!

Availability of Math Brush Up Sessions - Before March 17th, 2016 Exam Sitting

Good Day Professional Program B.Ed Students,

The Faculty of Education here at the Orillia campus, has scheduled "brush up" sessions that will take place before the compulsory Math Competency Exam on Thursday March 17th, 2016.

IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT THESE SESSIONS:

• These sessions are ONLY for students who have been working on their math content knowledge. These sessions are designed to give those students who have been working on their math knowledge a chance to practice problem solving prior to the exam.
• These are not workshops designed to TEACH you math.
• It is not possible for us to teach all the relevant math you will need for the exam in one or two sessions (and you will find these sessions more confusing than helpful).
• However, if you have been working on your math, or feel confident about your math understanding, these sessions will provide you with an opportunity for some extra practice.  

If you have a specific type of math question, please bring it with you.
The workshop facilitator will do their best to address it.

When Are The "Brush Up" Sessions?

DATE: Monday March 7, 2016

TIME: 2:30-4:30pm

ROOM: OH04

DATE: Friday March 11, 2016

TIME: 10:30am - 12:30pm

ROOM: OH04

How Do I Sign Up?

We would ask that any B.Ed student wishing to attend either session, plan to visit the Education Administration Office in Heritage Place, to sign up.

There is limited space in both sessions, so students are encouraged sign up soon.

Information on Student Success Centre Services - Orillia

If you have any questions, please visit www.lakeheadu.ca/ssc-orillia

Availability of Math Mock Exam Dates (February and March 2016)

Good Morning B.Ed Professional Program Students,

For those of you who will be writing our second sitting of the Math Competency Exam on March 17, 2016, we have arranged for several dates to hold math "mock exams", to help you prepare for your next attempt.

The dates for the Math Mock Exams are outlined below.

Consecutive (2 Year Program) Student Mock Exam Writing Dates:

• Monday Feb 8th, 2016 - from 5-7 in OH8 and OH10
• Monday Feb 29, 2016 - from 5-7 in OH8 and OH10

NOTE: Students registered in EDUC 3519 YBO have class on Mondays at these times.  Your instructor will communicate a plan to allow you to take advantage of a practice exam, in class.

Concurrent (1 Year Program) Student Mock Exam Writing Dates:

• Wednesday Feb 10, 2016 - from 5-7 in OH04 and OH7
• Wednesday Mar 2, 2016 - from 5-7 in OH04 and OH7

Should you wish to sign up for any of these dates to write a practice exam, please sign up in The Education Administration Office.

REMINDER: Building Futures - Compulsory Event for all 1 Year B.Ed Students - January 20th, 2016

Good Morning 1 Year B.Ed Students,

This email is a reminder that Lakehead University will be hosting the Ministry of Education's Building Futures event on Wednesday January 20th, 2016.
This event provides you with an excellent opportunity to learn about the ministry's newest initiatives, policies and programs, participate in practical face-to-face workshops, exchange with ministry staff and hear from interactive panel discussions.
All 1 Year B.Ed students are required to attend.

All Professional Year B.Ed classes are cancelled on January 20th, 2016 and will be made up on Monday March 14th, 2016 - which will follow a WEDNESDAY class schedule.

Registration - Day Of The EventA registration table will be set up in the Heritage Place hallway, just outside of the library closest to Council Chambers.
As you may remember, we asked you to register online for the 3 workshops you will attend, back in October 2015 - before heading out to your Fall Placement.

If you registered online, you would have received an email confirmation of your workshop selections.  If you did not receive a confirmation, please email buildingfutures@ontario.ca to request a copy of your confirmation.  It is important that you include your name, Faculty and the date of the event in the email.    
Please arrange to print that confirmation email and bring it with you, on Wednesday January 20th, 2016, when you report to the registration table in Heritage Place between 8:15 and 8:30am.

If you are a handful of students who did not complete their workshop registration online, you are required to make your workshop selections at the Registration Table, between 8:15 and 8:30am.

Lunch Break - Day Of The EventStudents will be given a lunch break between 11:30 and 12:30pm, with workshops resuming immediately following lunch.
It is a good idea to plan to bring a brown bag lunch on the day of the event, to ensure that you are back on campus for the afternoon workshops.

Parking - Day Of The EventAs always, there is absolutely no student parking on campus at Heritage Place.
If you have secured a monthly parking pass from the City of Orillia for one of the designated parking lots, those will be honored as usual.
If you have not, it will be up to you to locate parking in the downtown area, using an available municipal parking lot. (see: http://www.orillia.ca/en/livinginorillia/resources/mapofparkinglots.pdf)

We look forward to seeing all of you there.

A Message From Dr. Ruth Beatty - Family (Math) Games Night

Below, you will find a message from Dr. Ruth Beatty about an upcoming incredible opportunity.

Hello Everyone!

I have very exciting news! This term we will be partnering with the SCDSB to design and run Family (Math) Games Nights in local schools. These will be evening workshops to which parents and their children will come to participate in math games and learn about fun ways to practice math concepts at home.

We are looking for students to volunteer to work in teams to design and run these workshops. We will be partnering with three SCDSB resource teachers, Kit Luce, Lisa Boate, and Paulyne Casselman, who will be working with you to design the evenings. We'll also be working with Dean Maltby, the Principal of Program for the SCDSB. 

At the end of this term, participating students will receive a certificate of recognition and a letter for their portfolio.

We have scheduled two times to meet next Friday January 15th. Please come to whichever meeting is convenient for you. The first will be held from 10:30 - 11:30 and the second from 2:30-3:30 in OH07. During this meeting we will introduce the SCDSB resource teachers, brainstorm activities, and figure out dates and times for the workshops.

If you are interested in taking advantage of this incredible opportunity please sign up at the Education Office.
If you have any questions don't hesitate to email me rbeatty@lakeheadu.ca.

Chair's Video Message

Hello everyone. It's a stormy Sunday evening. I hope you're safe and warm as you watch this video. Here are some of the highlights of this week's message, which can be found here: https://youtu.be/YcDjbx9OiJ4

• Information about weather status updates to determine if the campus is open can be found here: https://www.lakeheadu.ca/about/orillia-campus/weather. A link to this information can also be found on Lakehead Orillia's home page.
• Here's a link to the Ontario Ministry of Transportation's information on safe winter driving: http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/ontario-511/winter-driving-tips.shtml.
• the Learning Commons are now open at 7 am. The space also contains a microwave and a kettle so if you arrive on campus early you can relax on one of the couches with a hot drink. And do try the new water fountain if you have a chance.
• The e-learning zone (formerly the computer lab) is for your use. It will be booked from time to time for recruitment interviews or workshops, but please feel free to use the room otherwise.
• Protocol Education is offering an information session this Friday from 11 to noon in OH 4; interviews will follow in the e-learning zone until 2 pm.
• Looking ahead, here are some important dates to keep in mind:
• Last day of classes: Wednesday, March 16th
• Make up day: Monday March 14th will follow a Wednesday schedule
• Culminating task days: Tuesday March 15th & Wednesday March 16th (exams, make up days for snow days, etc.)
• Math Competency Exam: Thursday March 17th
• Block placement days start on Monday March 21st for all programs
• As you prepare to write the Math Competency Exam, if you are looking for a tutor please stop by the Education office. We have a number of paid and free opportunities to support you as you increase your Math understanding

That's it from me for now. Have a great week!

Protocol Education - ‘Teach in the UK’ Information Session - Friday January 15, 2016

Protocol Education - ‘Teach in the UK’ Information Session

Graduating soon? Not sure what's next? Why not hop on a plane and go and teach in England through Protocol Education. We are looking for qualified Early Years, Primary, Secondary and Special Needs teachers to teach in a daily supply or long term capacity in schools across England.

Whether you are looking to further your career by teaching in a different environment or you are looking to teach in England to fund your travels around Europe, we guarantee that we will find the right teaching position for you!

Our Canadian-based consultants are on hand to help with all of your relocation needs, CV writing, accommodation, visa advice and much, much more....

Want to find out more? We will be hosting a presentation at Lakehead University Orillia campus on January 15^th from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm in OH4.   

Even if you are only considering teaching in the UK, just come by and gather some more useful information!

I will also be conducting interviews after the information session, so please get in touch with me beforehand to book in your spot as time slots are limited. Contact me via email: mvelocci@protocol-education.com or via phone toll free: 1-877-562-3658. Hope to see you all on January 15^th!

Kind regards,

Melissa 

Melissa Velocci

International Recruitment ConsultantProtocol Education Canada

t: 1 888 898 8950 f: 1 705 733 3381 toll free: 1-877-562-3658 
mvelocci@protocol-education.com
http://www.protocol-education.com  

If interested in attending this presentation at Heritage Place in OH4, please sign up in the Education Office.

Frost Week Event: Top 10 Online Tools For Teachers!

Forwarding on behalf of Orillia Lakehead Library

Athletics Department - Heritage Place Visit on Monday January 11, 2016

The Athletics Department will be coming down to Heritage Place campus on Monday January 11, 2016 from 1:30-4:00 PM. The table will promote intramural registration, hand out remaining YMCA stickers, highlight recreation activities and promote Frost Week events.  

Please stop by the Athletics Table if you have any questions.

REMINDER - Impact Teachers Visit - Wednesday January 6th, 2016

Hi there!

We're coming to your university on Wednesday, January 6^th and will be in the Faculty of Education Building. We’re so excited to speak with you about how you can make a difference to the lives of children on a global level whilst securing long or short term contracts in our partner schools in England. Please see the details of the visit below:

· Information Booth January 6^th from 11-3pm - Stop by and speak to Ashley about your interest in teaching in the UK.

Watch to see how we stand apart

Why Choose Impact Teachers?  

Kind regards,

Ashley Yee

Overseas Consultant

Email: ashley@impactteachers.com

Skype ashley.impactteachers  

Phone: 1-800-714-5138 or  1-416-805-5229

New Year LU Bookstore Events Important To You!

Good Afternoon all B.Ed Professional Program Students,

Below, you will find a number of reminders from our LU Bookstore that may be of importance to you.

Bookstore Hours for January 
This is a reminder that the Bookstore hours are Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm, for January 2016.

Custom Clothing Available @ Heritage Place 
Custom Clothing will be ONE day only- Tuesday January 26th from 10-4pm, See attached advertisement.

The Book BuyBack Program 
Book buyback will take place Wednesday January 13th-15th in the Bookstore from 9am-4pm*.
(*Based on demand for book by MBS textbook exchange company, no guarantee of purchase or purchase price, books can have some highlighting but no water damage or missing pages, receipt NOT required.)

This Month's Specialty Item in the Bookstore 
The specialty item of the Month for January is a Canoe Hoodie- See attached advertisement.

Graduation Photos 
Grad Photos are February 2nd & 3rd and you can book your time by following the instructions below:

• Graduation Photo sessions will take place at both campus locations in February.
• Spaces fill up very quickly so book early!
• You must have your photo taken to appear in your Graduating Class Composite.  

You must also sign up online to book your appointment.

To do so follow these 2 easy steps:
1. visit   http://www.lassmanstudios.com/dcs_sched/
2. enter     lakehead      in the school ID to access the schedules. (click on 2016, then click on February)
Find a time that is convenient for you and book it.

• Included in the sitting fee are a set of unique, online poses from which you can view/order online and a digital copy of your class composite. Both traditional grad portraits as well as some fun style shots (if desired) will be taken.  
• Gowns, roses, mortorboard, graduating hoods, etc. will be provided on the day of your shoot.
• You can also choose from over 25 different backgrounds!  Don't miss this great opportunity for Professional Graduation Portraits!

Chair's Video Message

Hello everyone. As promised, here's a video to kick of the new year. I hope you'll be returning to classes well rested and ready to learn as much as you can about teaching.

In this video I talk about a lot of things, including upcoming workshops, classes held at St. James Church, and developing a learning plan for the Winter term. 

I also address concerns about winter driving. Remember that if you chose to commute, one of the consequences of that choice is that you will need to create a strategy to deal with inclement weather. If you are not a commuter, but you have a spare bed or floor space, perhaps you can offer someone in your cohort a place to sleep when the weather turns nasty.

Here's the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NjA0y2Jzvw4

I'd like to share with you another video from the organizers of the Gifted Outreach Conference. This is a wonderful professional development opportunity, and the video provides more information including how to register. Here's the link: https://drive.google.com/a/lakeheadu.ca/file/d/0Bytf8cB4f0DQZmd2RUp0czV6WXM/view?usp=sharing

Have a great week. I'm looking forward to seeing you again!