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September 2019
How to Support English Language Learners – Online Self-Paced Training
This training is meant specifically for those interested in supporting English language learners (ELLs) in Ottawa District School Board (OCDSB) schools. Most of the students you will be working with our recent newcomers to Canada, some will have gaps in their learning or not yet developed age-appropriate literacy skills in their first language but due to a variety of factors. Some will be Canadian-born students, who also learning English as an additional language. There some students from Metis, Inuit or…
Find out more »Learning Strategies: Skills you can teach students for academic success – Online Self-Paced Training
This online course focuses on learning strategies to help the students that you support as a volunteer become better, more independent learners. You will learn literacy and numeracy skills, personal management skills, and interpersonal and teamwork skills that you can pass on to your students to improve their learning and achievement in school, the workplace, and the community. Teaching the students learning strategies will build their confidence and may motivate them to pursue opportunities for success in secondary school and…
Find out more »Volunteering with Poverty in Mind – Online Self-Paced Training
A 6-hour self-paced course for all volunteers. To access this course, please send an email to lscott@onfe-rope.ca. As a volunteer, you can play an integral transformational role in a child's life. The information for this course is taken directly from author and educator Eric Jensen’s book, “Teaching With Poverty in Mind: What Being Poor Does to Kids’ Brains and What Schools Can Do About It.” “If life experiences can change poor kids for the worse, can’t life experiences change also change…
Find out more »Assistive Technology Online Self-Paced Training
A 20-hour self-paced course for volunteers aspiring to become educators, learning strategists or assistive technology trainers. To access this course, send an email request to lscott@onfe-rope.ca. Training Outcomes: Better understanding of the different types of assistive technologies and how they offer independent and academic support for English language learning students. Knowledge of learning strategies to help all students Experience and knowledge of the accessibility laws and rights of students with disabilities Teacher specific information for those who want more training Hands-on…
Find out more »Volunteer Orientation September 10th Confederation Education Centre
Volunteer orientation is mandatory for all new volunteers. Please register for the session that meets your needs. https://orientationconfedsept10onepm.eventbrite.ca
Find out more »Volunteer Orientation September 17, Confederation Education Centre
Volunteer orientation is mandatory for all new volunteers. Please register for the session that meets your needs. https://orientationsept17oneconfed.eventbrite.ca
Find out more »Volunteer Orientation September 24, Confederation Education Centre
Volunteer orientation is mandatory for all new volunteers. Please register for the session that meets your needs. https://orientationsept24oneconfed.eventbrite.ca
Find out more »October 2019
Spark Soirée
Breakfast for dinner never tasted so good – or did so much good, right here in your own community! ONFE’s Spark Soirée is a fun-filled night in support of ONFE’s School Breakfast Program. Featuring a breakfast inspired cocktail reception, seated three-course meal, and late-night entertainment with one of Montreal’s hottest cover bands, The Ultimate Showband, it’s a night you do not want to miss! Held at the Infinity Convention Centre on October 26, 2019, Spark Soirée supports ONFE’s School Breakfast…
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