Facilitators: | Kelly Gibbs Irene Heffel | ||||
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Date: | This is a multi-day event.
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Cost: |
No Charge |
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Location: |
Virtual |
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Session Code: | 24-PCW-558 | ||||
Focus: | Curriculum Implementation and Pedagogy English Language Arts & Literacy |
Target Audience
Teachers (K-6)
About this Learning Opportunity
Writing is…communicating & demonstrating understanding:
Alberta Education tells us that, “text creators, students explore ways to share their ideas, responding to texts they encounter and to the world around them. Throughout English language arts and literature, students apply writing processes and language conventions to organize ideas and communicate effectively in a variety of digital or non-digital contexts.” Join Irene Heffel and Kelly Gibbs for 2 Sessions that explore Writing & Conventions in the new Grades 4-6 Curriculum.
This session addresses the LQS competencies
- 2. Modeling Commitment to Professional Learning
- 4. Leading a Learning Community
This session addresses the TQS competencies
- 2. Engaging in Career-Long Learning
- 3. Demonstrating a Professional Body of Knowledge
Facilitators

Kelly Gibbs
Kelly's joy has been found in supporting staff in the use of research-based instructional strategies that make literacy teaching and learning systematic and intentional. A Teacher, a Consultant, a Reading Specialist and a University Sessional Instructor, Kelly's background is in supporting teachers as they build their understanding of students with all learners, including those with learning... Read more »

Irene Heffel
Irene Heffel is a literacy consultant and educator with over 35 years of experience at all levels. She has worked with both elementary and secondary teachers to implement best practices in curriculum, assessment and Backward Design.