Council4InclusiveEd

Happy New Year CIE Members! We hope you are all as excited as we are to kick off another year filled with new opportunities and growth. As part of our commitment to help you excel, we've just sent out our latest Tips and Tricks email. Be sure to check your inbox!

Join us at the Opening Keynote with Dr. Lori Desautels! 🌟 Dive into her revolutionary work on educational neuroscience and trauma-informed teaching. Discover how to transform learning environments for resilience and growth. #EducationRevolution #NeuroscienceInEducation

Meet our Closing Keynote Speaker - Joanna Johnson. Joanna Johnson, a high school teacher from Toronto, has captured the hearts of millions with her dynamic approach to education on social media. Follow Joanna @unlearn16.

Are you passionate about sharing your expertise and inspiring others? We invite you to become a speaker at our 2025 Celebrating the Challenges Annual Conference! Submit your application by February 20, 2025. Apply now through the following link: buff.ly/4g29o14

🌟 New Podcast Alert! 🎙️ Dive into Inclusive Chronicles: Tips and Tricks for Inclusion in Alberta with host Kelsey Bagnall as she chats with Landry Forand and Joshua LaFleur. Discover expert insights and practical strategies for implementing inclusive assessment practices!

A brand-new episode of Inclusive Chronicles: Tips and Tricks for Inclusion in Alberta has just been released and is now available exclusively for CIE members. Don't miss out on this insightful content—log into your favorite streaming service to listen!

Celebrating the Challenges Conference Update! We have two incredible keynote speakers lined up for this event. Please join us in welcoming Dr. Lori Desautels, who will kick off the conference with her opening keynote, and Joanna Johnson, who will deliver the closing keynote.

Reminder RED for ED this Friday!

Get ready for an exciting update about the CIE's Celebrating the Challenges Conference! Mark your calendars for November 22nd, as we're thrilled to unveil an EXCITING update and announcement that will enhance your conference experience.

CIE Members check your email for November's Tips and Tricks!

Inclusive Chronicles: Tips and Trick for Inclusion in Alberta will be released soon! Please stay tuned to social media for more information!

Jay Procktor is one of the Alberta Teachers’ Association District Representative for Edmonton McMurray and he’s very pleased to be working with the Council for Inclusive Education.

Meet Cathy, Co-Conference Director! Cathy is currently a school-based instructional coach at a Calgary Board of Education middle school. For many years prior, she supported gifted learners, first as a teacher and learning leader in two of the four GATE settings in the CBE!

Carol’s current CIE role is co-conference director. She joined the council in 2006, working on the conference committee and later becoming the Edmonton Conference Director. Like other council members, she is passionate about inclusive education and providing PD to teachers.

We regret to inform you that we are currently grappling with some technical issues affecting our Executive Member email as well as the CIE Website. Our dedicated Webmaster is currently working tirelessly behind the scenes to rectify this situation.

Hannah Jenkins, our Webmaster, brings a unique perspective to our team after spending nearly 8 years dedicated to the junior high life. Hannah is a versatile individual, with a background as a LST at the Grande Prairie Public School Division and a degree in Secondary Ed.

Kelsey Bagnall, CIE Communications Officer, is currently serving as the Learning Supports Specialist at RVS. With a vast 16-year background in teaching ranging from Kindergarten to Grade 12, she holds a Master of Education degree in Special Education from the U of A.

Kelly Huck is the Past President of the Council for Inclusive Education. With several years of experience working with the Council, Kelly has also served as the former editor of the councils’ newsletter, “Inside Inclusion.”

We proudly introduce Janis Bekar, our Treasurer. Janis is a key member of the team, dedicated to fostering collaboration, research, and creating inclusive learning environments.

Meet Aurielie Smith, CIE Secretary, who is a dedicated educator with over 15 years of teaching experience in elementary schools. Her passion for teaching and learning is evident in her work.