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October 17th, 2025

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October 17th Professional Development
MANDATORY EDUCATIONAL PRIORITIES AUDIENCE LEARNING DELIVERY CONTENT /RESOURCES/ ACTIVITIES (INCLUDING PRESENTERS) FACILITATORS / ENTITIES HOSTING 
Ministry All Staff 

In-Person  

 

Tackling Racism  

UNIVERSAL DESIGN FORLEARNING: EMBRACEINCLUSION, IGNITE POTENTIALEQUITY BY DESIGN: THE POWERAND PROMISE OF UDL:  Presented by Katie Novak and Mirko Chardin of NOVAK 

Every student, without exception, holds the potential for 

success. Regardless of their background or personal identity, 

each learner deserves an equitable chance to thrive. We're on 

a mission to create inclusive learning environments where 

every student's unique attributes are recognized as assets, not 

barriers. In this session, we will challenge the status quo by 

urging you to confront your implicit biases, explore the 

dynamics of power and privilege, and see diversity as the 

cornerstone of progress. As we dive into Universal Design for 

Learning (UDL), you'll discover the power of this revolutionary 

approach to education. UDL is not just a strategy; it's a 

catalyst for change. It's about unlocking the potential within 

each student and creating a future where equity and 

inclusivity reign supreme. For all educators. 

Raquel Roberts  
Ministry All Staff  In-Person  

Artificial Intelligence/ Cyber Security  

Staff will discuss AI’s potential as a teaching and learning tool; understand how using AI is important in preparing students for success; and discuss how using AI should be done within the board and ministry guidelines related to cyber security/safety, responsible use of technology, and protecting student privacy. 

 

Staff will learn activities that become familiar with the board’s approved AI tools and how to effectively and safely to use the tools with the students that strengthen skills with academic integrity. 

 

Staff will explore mandatory learning in the Ontario curriculum on AI and digital literacy, while providing educators with targeted training on cyber security/safety, online privacy to address technology-related risks, and ensure student safety.The cyber security training will be completed through our Bright Space interactive presentation. 

Todd Awender

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