IN FOCUS
Supporting members’ lifelong learning
AS TEACHING PROFESSIONALS , ATA members have a professional responsibility to maintain awareness of new developments in education and to continue to develop their professional practice. The ATA supports teachers’ pro- fessional growth by offering publications, resources, learning opportunities and
subject or observed dates. Further, the ATA News and ATA Magazine keep members informed on matters affecting the profession. Grants, awards and scholarships The ATA provides grants, awards and scholarships to support members pursuing additional education and professional learning opportunities. If you are engaging in graduate studies, consider applying for the ATA Doctoral Fellowships in Education or the Nadene M Thomas Graduate Research Bursary. • ATA Doctoral Fellowships in Educa- tion: Each year, up to two doctoral fellowships in the amount of $15,000 are awarded to members who are entering or enrolled in their first year of full-time study toward a PhD in edu- cation or an EdD at recognized public universities in Alberta or Canada. Appli- cation deadline: February 28, annually.
• Nadene M Thomas Graduate Research Bursary: This $5,000 research bursary is provided to a member in a graduate program in education offered by a rec- ognized public university in Canada. Research must focus on contemporary issues impacting professional practice or public education, and/or innova- tive approaches to teaching or school leadership. Application deadline: Feb- ruary 28, annually.
financial supports for members. Online and print resources
The ATA website includes information on the professional practice standards for teachers and school jurisdiction leaders. To support teachers in developing their annual professional growth plans, the ATA also offers a bilingual Self-Reflection on My Professional Practice tool. Teachers can also access publications on such topics as supporting Ukrainian newcomer students and guidance on Indigenous cultural protocols. The ATA Library’s web guides allow teachers to find relevant and credible resources by
Find full eligibility and application details for these and other grants, awards and schol- arships here: teachers.ab.ca/ scholarships
Book a Rick Hansen Foundation Ambassador Presentation today! Ambassadors are individuals with disabilities who share their stories and unique perspective on inclusion. Presentations are age-appropriate for elementary and secondary students, available in French or English, and free of charge.
LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
HOW CAN YOU PARTICIPATE? Check out your local’s website or social media to stay informed about local events, and check out upcoming provincial events here: teachers.ab.ca/events ATA
The provincial ATA, ATA locals and other ATA subgroups facilitate members’ ongoing learning through workshops and presentations, speaker series, conferences and other events. Schools and locals can request workshops or presentations, and teachers can check out a variety of events—in person or online—throughout the year.
To learn more or to book a presentation, visit RickHansen.com/Ambassadors or scan the QR code.
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