Presenter: Homewood

Change is a fact of life, but letting go of the familiar can be challenging. When individuals understand the need for change, and are resourced to manage it, they can transition with greater ease. Participants in this session will explore strategies, frameworks, self-care tools and resources to navigate the change process successfully.

Presenter: Hilary Close, Ottawa Catholic School Board

This presentation will provide information on creating a culture of Privacy Awareness in your workplace, how to identify a Privacy Breach and the importance of reporting a Breach.  We will also touch on Records Management as it relates to Privacy and the effectiveness of being Proactive as oppose to Reactive with Breach prevention in mind.

Presenter: Homewood

Time is a precious resource. The phrase “time = money” is certainly true in a business setting. Individuals require balance in their work lives so that they can meet both their job requirements and personal needs. Is it possible to manage time at work to be both satisfied and successful? This session will explore answers to this question.

Presenter: Digital Consultants

Advancements in Technology has many positive applications for several industries.  Learn how technology is being implemented in schools across Canada and save time (and money) for teachers administrative staff to focus on the more important aspects of their role. Specially with communication and marketing, there are fun and engaging tools that can be used to keep your school community informed and updated.

Presenter: Homewood

Every time people interact, there is an opportunity to build or damage a relationship. Improving the quality of relationships in the workplace can enhance productivity and reduce conflict. This session will review three key tools that can build relationships, will provide coaching on how to use these tools effectively, and will assist participants in developing strategies to address relationship challenges.

Presenter: Domenico Renzella, Halton DSB

This session will provide the ins and outs on building a new school from start to finish.

Presenter: Matt Sereda, Thames Valley DSB

This is an introductory session designed to provide participants with an opportunity to learn about how to best support students that identify on the LGBT2Q+ spectrum. The session will focus on understanding definitions, important school board guidelines and Ontario Human Rights Code legislation. Participants in the session will also explore what it means to be an ally and will examine case studies on how to best support students.

Presenter: Chris Hayle & Martin Diokno, OMERS

Understanding your OMERS pension is essential for a happy retirement. Learn how your pension is calculated and how it can be increased through buying or transferring service or even investing in AVCs. Did you know that it is protected from inflation and that your survivors may be entitled to benefits!

Presenter: Michael Langlois, DSB Niagara

School board support staff may be at risk of workplace violence and/or harassment. This workshop will give attendees into what behaviours constitute workplace harassment and violence, strategies to avoid becoming a victim, as well as steps to take when such incidents do occur.

Presenter: Matt Sereda, Thames Valley DSB

This is an introductory session designed to provide participants with an opportunity to learn about how to best support students that identify on the LGBT2Q+ spectrum. The session will focus on understanding definitions, important school board guidelines and Ontario Human Rights Code legislation. Participants in the session will also explore what it means to be an ally and will examine case studies on how to best support students.