Professional Development

Social and Emotional Learning, UBC, Vancouver, BC           

-An overview of SEL, benefits of SEL, and strategies for fostering SEL in schools

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E-portfolio and WordPress, UBC, Vancouver, BC               

-Instructions on how to create a personalized e-portfolio

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Planning 10 Workshop, UBC, Vancouver, UBC

-The fundamental components of the course, the purpose of the course, and the course requirements for students

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THESA Conference, Pinetree Secondary School, Coquitlam, BC

-BC Province-wide event with workshops and presentations for Home Economics specialists to engage and enhance their knowledge in the Home Economics teaching area
-Attended: Learn to make yogurt, soap, and sauerkraut, and Bernardin Canning workshop:

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FoodSafe Level 1 certified, Vancouver, BC

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Anti-homophobia Workshop, Templeton Secondary School, Vancouver, BC

-Strategy planning for creating a safe environment for all genders in a school setting

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Textiles Workshop, Kwantlen Polytechnic University, Richmond, BC

-Fashion design on computers

-Drafting patterns:

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-Fabric dying:

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SPED Workshop, Templeton Secondary School, Vancouver, BC

-Awareness of student behaviour, motivation, and ability in schools, and strategies for addressing any complications

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Future professional developments:

-Textiles workshops to gain more insight into textile projects
-Use of technology in the classroom
-Supporting students through alternate education
-Project-based learning
-Community engagement