Professional Development

Keep an eye out for PD Posters and the Stars!

Each time you see a star, it notifies you of a PD opportunity!
Wondering where you can see these stars and find this valuable information?!?

Check out:

• The 2013-2014 Calendar
  
• The U of S ESS Facebook Page
  
• www.usask.ca/events by clicking "College of Education". All of the PD Events will be in purple and have a star located beside them!
  
• The PD Bulletin Board (located near the student lounge)
  
• The ESS Blog"

Why sign up for PD events?!

Well, because:

• You gain valuable, relevant, important and useful knowledge on a variety of subjects
  
• You receive a certificate of participation for your teaching portfolio. These certificates can also be used for your PGP!
  
• Many PDs provide resources that you can use in the classroom - whether you are in your student teaching placement, internship or career
  
• They cost as little as $4 (depending on the PD) - which is incredible considering the usual cost for presentations and conferences"

How can I sign up?!?

• Please stop by the ESS Office (Room 1009) to sign up for PD events.
• *Take note that your spot will not be reserved until you sign up and pay for the PD event!* "

Funding for External PD Opportunities

Looking for funding to attend Professional Development Events? - Check out this link

WestCAST Funding

WestCAST is a conference, held annually in one of the four western provinces, that attracts a diverse audience of teacher educators, university instructors, administrators and student teachers.

Funds are available for undergrad students to attend WestCAST. Check out the application and reimbursement form.