Using AI to Reduce Student Screen Time: Fighting the attention economy with its own weapons. | Sunrise Classroom There is something deeply ironic about using artificial intelligence to get kids off screens. That’s like hiring a personal trainer who lives at a donut shop.

More AI does not have to mean more screen time. In fact, the smartest use of AI in schools might actually reduce student screen time.

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Dr. Leyton Schnellert at the myPITA and partners Spring Conference on April 17 in Whistler www.mypita.ca. He will present Engaging All Learners in the Middle Years and Project-Based Learning
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The Myth of “Classroom Management First” and What Actually Helps New Teachers Early On | Sunrise Classroom In nearly every conversation about supporting new teachers, a familiar refrain appears: focus on classroom management first.

In nearly every conversation about supporting new teachers, a familiar refrain appears: focus on classroom management first.

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New Teachers Don’t Need More Strategies, They Need Better Feedback. | Sunrise Classroom Many new teachers ask themselves a simple but weighty question: Did I actually help my students learn today?

The quality of feedback a new teacher receives has a significant impact on their growth trajectory.
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On April 17, in Whistler, Noah Waspe will present Engaging Young Creators with Audiobooks, Radio Ads, Podcasts, and More! Register now at mypita.ca @bctf.bsky.social #teacherlibrarian #middleschoolteacher #teacherprofessionaldevelopment #intermediateteacher #teacher #whistler

Transition Planning and Instruction Resources

Transition Planning and Instruction Resources

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On April 17, 2026, join Teacher-Librarian Olivera Žmukić in Whistler when she presents Visual Literacy Through Graphic Novels. Info and register by March 15 for early bird rates at mypita.ca
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Learn from Teacher-Librarian Nicole Hurtubise on April 17, in Whistler when she presents Every Student Seen: Centering Diversity in Your Book Selections at the myPITA Spring Conference. Info and register at mypita.ca
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Committee outlines math textbook RFP, classroom pilots and cost considerations Staff described a multi‑phase RFP and classroom pilot for a new K‑12 math curriculum, including a January pilot (teacher prep Jan 5–16; classroom pilot Jan 26–Feb 27), vendor shortlist notifications this week, and note that adoption will have budget implications.

Exciting changes are coming to K-12 math education as the district moves into a pilot phase, testing top-rated materials in real classrooms!

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Teacher mentoring isn't a "nice to have." It's the difference between a teacher who survives the year and one who grows into a confident, reflective educator. #TeacherMentoring #TeacherPreparation #TeacherProfessionalDevelopment #FutureOfEducation

Register at www.mypita.ca for the 2026 myPITA Spring Teachers Conference on April 17, 2026, in Whistler. Presented in partnership with BC Art Teachers BCATA and BC Teacher Librarians BCTLA.
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Byron Hills Schools Launch Parent Workshops to Prepare Kids for Kindergarten School officials introduce resources and workshops to support parents and incoming kindergarteners.

Byram Hills Schools are launching innovative workshops and instructional videos to empower parents and ready their kids for kindergarten success!

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Also join @civixcanada.bsky.social at the Provincial Intermediate and Middle Years Teachers Association (myPITA) Fall Conference. They will present online on October 24. The in-person conference in Mission is on Oct. 24-25. Register at www.mypita.ca #teachers #teacherprofessionaldevelopment

Provincial Intermediate and Middle Years Teachers' Association - myPITA Provincial Intermediate and Middle Years Teachers Association (myPITA) is a Professional Specialists Association of the British Columbia Teachers Federation (BCTF).

@julianneharvey.bsky.social will be presenting at the Provincial Intermediate and Middle Years Teachers Association (myPITA) Fall 2025 Conference, in Mission on October 24 -25. Register at mypita.ca by noon on September 30 for early-bird rates & benefits. #psaday2025 #teacherprofessionaldevelopment

Register by noon on September 30 at mypita.ca for the Provincial Intermediate and Middle Years Teachers Association (myPITA) Fall 2025 Conference and receive a myPITA Sharpie - see website for details. In-person in Mission on Oct 24-25 or online on Oct 24 #psaday2025 #teacherprofessionaldevelopment

Novice Special Educator and Paraprofessional Resources

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Register at www.mypitaconference.ca for the early bird rate for the Provincial Intermediate and Middle Years Teachers' Association myPITA Fall Conference in Mission on Oct. 24-25 and online on Oct. 24 Workshops for Grade 4-9 teachers featuring Adrienne Gear #teachers #teacherprofessionaldevelopment

BREAKING NEWS! Our Houston event is SOLD OUT! Thank you to all of the dedicated educators who have registered and are coming. We are eagerly looking forward to welcoming you! EMPOWERING EMERGENT BILIN... TikTok video by Valentina

SOLD OUT! 💥Our premier event Empowering Emergent Bilingual Learners is full and so is my heart ❤️

We will host it again or you can bring this PD to your campus or ESC. #teacherprofessionaldevelopment

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Maximize your professional development in 2025 – register for a stop on the Kagan USA Tour! 🌟

Grab your spot here: https://www.kaganonline.com/tours/usa-tour/

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April is on the horizon and the Kagan USA Tour is cruising towards cities near you 🚀

Check out our list of upcoming events here: https://www.kaganonline.com/tours/usa-tour/

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Don’t forget! We offer scholarships for educators to attend our Kagan Summer Academy ✨

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Deadline: March 31, 2025

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Always Loved, Always Valued A story about a boy who lost his mother—Creative Lives

Read our story about a boy who lost is mother and struggled with behavior issues at school. #holisticteacher #holisticparenting #holisticteaching #childhoodtrauma #teacherprofessionaldevelopment #holisticeducation #childdevelopment #teacherlife
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Join us for our webinar on Ellen Tadd’s Framework for Wise Education: bit.ly/42pgYN9 5:00-5:45 pm (ET) #teacherwellbeing #holisticteacher #earlychildhoodeducation #teeneducation #teacherwellness #TeacherWebinar #teacherlife #middlegradeeducation #teacherprofessionaldevelopment #holisticeducation

🎙️ Celebrating a Year of Growth: "In One Language About a Second Language" Podcast

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