Learning Institutes are half-day, virtual, interactive learning opportunities. Participants will engage in meaningful learning and dialogue, and leave with practical resources and classroom-ready supports.

Session Dates

Please note: All sessions run from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm Eastern Time.

Fall Saturday Learning Institutes

Plan, Play, Pray: Part 1 - Classroom Environment, Routines Matter, Flow of the Day and connections to Kindergarten Curriculum 2026
Date: October 3, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. to noon

Description: Ready for the new Kindergarten Curriculum? Wondering how to make explicit instruction and play part of the flow of your day? Join your OECTA colleagues for a half day session web series focused on how to weave systematic, explicit instruction into a responsive and intentional play-based environment that honours the whole child.

Part 1 Session: Key Highlights:
● Classroom Environment - Inclusive Spaces
● Routines Matter - building strong routines will manage your classroom community
● Flow of the Day
● Kindergarten Curriculum 2026

Audience: Elementary teachers

A System Under Strain: Navigating Student Behaviour from Misbehavior to Violence and Harassment 
Date: November 7, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. to noon

Description: This workshop provides teachers with strategies to navigate a wide range of student behaviours, including violence and harassment. Foundational to this session is the exploration of pre-emptive, redirection, verbal de-escalation, and instructional re-engagement strategies. Participants will develop a thorough understanding of reporting obligations, processes, and follow-up actions, in addition to available supports. This workshop is designed to cultivate greater confidence, support your wellbeing, and reduce stress.

Audience: All teachers

Plan, Play, Pray: Part 2 - Literacy and Math Connections to your Student Data and New Kindergarten Curriculum 2026
Date: November 14, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. to noon

Description: Ready for the new Kindergarten Curriculum? Wondering how to make explicit instruction and play part of the flow of your day? Join your OECTA colleagues for a half day session web series focused on how to weave systematic, explicit instruction into a responsive and intentional play-based environment that honours the whole child.

Part 2 Session Key Highlights:
● Literacy and Math - foundational skill in through explicit instruction and in play
● Intentional Connections to your assessment data (now what?)
● New Kindergarten Play- based instruction with intentional learning goals

Audience: Elementary teachers

The registration link for all the sessions can be reached by clicking: HERE