New Teacher Orientation Workshop Series
First day jitters? No problem. The New Teacher Orientation Workshops provide an introduction to independent schools for teachers new to the profession in our member schools and/or new experienced teachers to CIS Ontario schools. It's also an opportunity for teachers to make connections with educators within the member community and get a crash course on the culture of independent school life in Ontario. You'll also get pro tips on supporting learning.
The 2024–2025 Series
Session #1 Teaching and Learning in CIS Ontario Schools
Wednesday, November 13, 2024, 4:00–5:30 p.m. via Zoom
Cohort 21 facilitators, Justin Medved, Associate Head of School - Academics, The York School, and Garth Nichols, Vice Principal of Strategic Innovation and Design, Havergal College, lead participants in an interactive session focused on teaching and learning in CIS Ontario schools.
Session #2 Independent School Changing Expectations & Supporting Success For All Learners
Wednesday, November 20, 2024, 4:00–5:30 p.m. via Zoom
Dr. Leanne Foster, Principal at UTS - University of Toronto Schools, will lead an interactive workshop through the lens of a school head about the changing expectations in independent schools and how to support the success of all learners.
Session #3 Orientation to Independent Schools & the CIS Ontario Community
Wednesday, November 27, 2024, 4:00–5:30 p.m. via Zoom
Sarah Craig, Executive Director and the CIS Ontario team answer questions as they share an overview of the association's role in supporting our member schools. They also provide an overview CIS Ontario's programs and services, including our networks, professional learning and student programs.
Our 2024–2025 series is complete. We look forward to meeting our member school's new teachers on Zoom in 2026.
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