Monthly Webinars 2024-25
A series of one-hour webinars on relevant topics designed to meet the needs of school leaders in the current Ontario education context.
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September - Innovating with Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Mind |
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| Details: An interactive session discussing educational innovation through inclusive design approaches. Innovating teaching and learning spaces and leading change in education requires a diverse team of skills, perspectives, and experiences. In this session, Lisa and Tanveer will share their journey to co-creating new ways of thinking, collaborating, designing, and implementing through student-centred and educator-centred approaches the disrupts the status quo, pushes the boundaries of what is possible, and quickly adapts to the changing needs of our learners.
Date: September 25, 2024 Times:
Cost: Free (Members and Associates), $50 + HST (non-Members) Presenters:
Director of Programming, k2i academy Lisa Cole is a passionate, award-winning educator, and system leader in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Education. She currently works at York University, Lassonde School of Engineering. She is the founding director of k2i (kindergarten to industry) academy, an innovative ecosystem of diverse partners, committed to dismantling systemic barriers to opportunity for underrepresented students in STEM. She believes that STEM literacy is important for all learners. Through her work, she hopes to inspire future innovators and critical thinkers.
Tanveer Bhimani Instructional & Learning Designer, LEIS Passionate about education and innovation, Tanveer is an Instructional & Learning Designer committed to enhancing learning experiences. Guiding faculty through transformations, fostering creativity, and revolutionizing learning environments are at the core of her work. Tanveer leads with empathy and kindness in her personal journey to continue make a positive impact. Register |
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October/November - Introduction to Culturally Responsive and Ethical Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Education |
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December - Leading Technological Education Programming in Schools |
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Details: Technological education and the skilled trades is shifting the way we support opportunities for student learning and creation of pathways for post-secondary education and employment. Supporting this work from K-12 is an integral part of our leadership in our schools. This workshop will explore how school leaders can embrace this shift in learning and build our skills sets to support students in technological education programming. Date: December 4, 2024 Times:
Cost: Free (Members and Associates), $50 + HST (non-Members) Presenter:
With more than 25 years of experience in public education across three Ontario school boards Brent is an advocate and champion for youth to pursue their passion and develop their skills in any pathway they choose. Currently the System Principal for Safe Schools with the Halton District School Board and a member of the Board of Directors and Executive for the Ontario Council for Technology Education (OCTE), Brent has developed leadership, business and educational partnerships across Canada. Through his involvement with Skills Canada - Ontario for more than 20 years, Brent has held roles supporting and encouraging youth in exploring pathways in the skilled trades.
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January - Legal Issues Connected to Managing Relationships with Staff |
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Details: This webinar will provide valuable insights and guidance for individuals stepping into formal school leadership roles. The session focuses on the importance of maintaining professional boundaries within the relationships with staff in order to foster a positive work environment and supportive team culture. Date: January 29, 2025 Times:
Cost: Free (Members and Associates), $50 + HST (non-Members) Presenter:  Liz Winter, Legal Counsel
Senior Legal Counsel, Ontario Principals' Council As Legal Counsel with the OPC’s Protective Services Team, Liz provides legal advice and support to the Protective Services Consultants and OPC Members facing legal jeopardy. Liz was called to the Bar in 2015, after having graduated from the University of Toronto’s Law School in 2014. Prior to attending law school, she graduated from the University of Oxford with an MSc in Comparative Social Policy and Queen’s University with a Bachelor of Arts.
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February - Conducting Bias-aware Investigations |
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Details: What constitutes a fair and transparent investigation involving students? Participants will engage in learning to better understand a bias-free approach to progressive discipline in handling student incidents. Date: February 26, 2025 Times:
Cost: Free (Members and Associates), $50 + HST (non-Members) Presenter:
Colin Fleming Director of Protective Services, Ontario Principals' Council Colin is an educator with 27 years of experience whose career has included teaching and administrative roles in both the elementary and secondary panels. The last four of his nine years as a principal were in a central capacity with the Toronto District School Board as a Safe and Caring Schools Administrator. In August of 2011, he joined the OPC as a Protective Services Team Consultant, providing advice and counselling to our Members about professional and legal issues, and supports them through investigations and hearings. He also presents legal issues workshops for local OPC groups, PQP and SOQP candidates.
Senior Legal Counsel, Ontario Principals' Council As Legal Counsel with the OPC’s Protective Services Team, Liz provides legal advice and support to the Protective Services Consultants and OPC Members facing legal jeopardy. Liz was called to the Bar in 2015, after having graduated from the University of Toronto’s Law School in 2014. Prior to attending law school, she graduated from the University of Oxford with an MSc in Comparative Social Policy and Queen’s University with a Bachelor of Arts.
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March - Leading Through Inquiry |
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Details: An exploration of leadership strategies centred around the principles of inquiry-based approaches. Participants will learn how to support a culture of curiosity, critical thinking and continuous development with their educator teams. Date: March 19, 2025 Times:
Cost: Free (Members and Associates), $50 + HST (non-Members) Presenter:
Lawrence DeMaeyer Professional Learning Consultant, Ontario Principals' Council Lawrence has been an educator for over 30 years. He started his career as an elementary teacher before moving to secondary where he spent over a decade as a Business Teacher and Department Head. As a Principal, Lawrence held system-level leadership positions and he has also served as a Superintendent of Education, Leadership Development and School Support. Lawrence’s passion for developing people, system learning, and innovation led him to join OPC in February of 2021.
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April - Instructional Leadership, School Improvement Planning and Staff Engagement |
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Details: This instructional leadership webinar focuses on empowering educational leaders with strategies for effective school improvement planning and authentic staff engagement. Participants will explore key principles of instructional leadership and motivating staff to drive positive change. Date: April 23, 2025 Times:
Cost: Free (Members and Associates), $50 + HST (non-Members) Presenter:
Lawrence DeMaeyer Professional Learning Consultant, Ontario Principals' Council Lawrence has been an educator for over 30 years. He started his career as an elementary teacher before moving to secondary where he spent over a decade as a Business Teacher and Department Head. As a Principal, Lawrence held system-level leadership positions and he has also served as a Superintendent of Education, Leadership Development and School Support. Lawrence’s passion for developing people, system learning, and innovation led him to join OPC in February of 2021.
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May - What is Culturally Responsive Leadership? |
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Details: Explore how identity and lived experience frames your world view, values and beliefs. Through reflection and conversation, participants will learn more about what culturally responsive leadership is and the practical actions to authentically engage with diverse and unique members of school communities. Date: May 21, 2025 Times:
Cost: Free (Members and Associates), $50 + HST (non-Members) Presenter:
Susie Lee-Fernandes Director of Professional Learning and Engagement, Ontario Principals' Council Susie has served in education for over 24 years in the roles of teacher, principal and superintendent with responsibilities for equity, special education and leadership development. She is a dedicated educator and life-long learner, committed to culturally responsive leadership and authentic collaboration with community partners. As the Director of Professional Learning and Engagement, Susie is committed to developing and providing relevant and meaningful learning for school and system leaders.
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Lisa Cole
Dr. Amin Gheibi
Brent Coakwell
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Refund Policy |
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A full refund is available if you cancel before the meeting link is sent. There is no refund for cancellations after the start date or after meeting link has been sent. A full refund applies when a session is cancelled due to low enrollment. |
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