The Education Students’ Association (ESA) is the Alberta Teachers’ Association student local for We acknowledge that we live and practice on Treaty 7 Territory.
The Education Students’ Association (ESA) is the Alberta Teachers’ Association (ATA) student local for the University of Calgary. We are the representative body for the over 900 undergraduate students enrolled in the Werklund School of Education as well as the local membership of ATA Student Local No. 2. Through our student executive council, the ESA endeavors to assist our members in becoming act
09/18/2023
The ESA is looking for member representatives!
Want to get involved with a fantastic student organization, represent your fellow students, and engage with the Werklund community in a new way? Consider applying!
Member representatives are vital for the success of the ESA and being one is a great opportunity to grow even more during your degree!
Applications close September 27th.
Must be an ESA member to apply.
09/11/2023
It's a new year which means a fresh new ESA team!
Come say hello and get to know us at our office in EDT 202 and learn all about everything the ESA has to offer!
07/10/2023
EDIT: Sorry about the repost. The previous hours were wrong.
Are you on campus for summer classes for the next two weeks? Come down to EDT 202B to sign up for your 2023-2024 ESA membership.
ESA membership comes with great perks like access to a wide selection of PD sessions, discounts at businesses, and is the only way to attend teachers' convention in your second year of classes!
Come visit us in our office, have a cup of coffee, and sign up today!
05/23/2023
This past weekend, our Vice President and VP of Communications had the opportunity to attend the ATA's Annual Representative Assembly. They got to connect with teachers from across the country and witness the policy of the ATA being debated and shaped in real time. They also had the amazing opportunity to connect with representatives from the University of Lethbridge and Concordia University of Edmonton. Many thanks to the Alberta Teachers Association for having us!
04/19/2023
We have created a teaching resource bank for you to access as you start your teaching careers! Feel free to add any resources that you come across. Thank you to those who have already contributed!
Access the folder through the qr code or the following link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1xjpj9huodT2VTlJiXFWDnBWGLBT63Z0E?usp=sharing
03/11/2023
Edit: The days of the week are Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday
We hope everyone is enjoying their weekend! This week, we have our final three PD sessions for the year! If you have been looking to attend a session this year, now is the time, and we have some great options!
Register here: http://ucalgaryesa.weebly.com/upcoming-sessions.html
03/06/2023
Come celebrate the end of classes and the beginning of practicum or just enjoy a fun night out with food, drinks, and a few rounds of trivia! Bring your friends and all members are invited! Appetizers will be provided.
Register here: https://suuofc.campuslabs.ca/engage/event/228186
03/05/2023
Acknowledging differences in student learning and addressing the needs of all students can be a daunting task. By reducing barriers to learning and incorporating strategies that benefit all learners as well as targeted and individual supports, teachers can plan to meet all their students where they’re at. You will leave this session with tools, strategies, and resources you can use for planning to address the learning needs of all students.
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/the-inclusive-classroom-tickets-492220012307
03/04/2023
Check out our PD sessions for the first full week in March!
Register here: http://ucalgaryesa.weebly.com/upcoming-sessions.html
03/03/2023
On March 10th, come hear 500 level students talk about their experiences and offer tips to help you crush your next field placement! No registration required!
02/28/2023
This interactive session will guide participants through a series of activities to help build our understanding of Truth and Reconciliation. Topics touched on will include setting the context, Indigenous Ways of Being and Knowing, how we got here, cultural appropriation, land, story, calls to action, stereotypes and misunderstandings, allyship, celebration, and hope for the future. Participants will be challenged to explore their understandings, unlearn misinformation, and move forward in a good way.
This is a great session to attend if you are looking to work for the CBE! Register at this link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/cbe-indigenous-education-tickets-492219621137
02/28/2023
Want help in making your job application stand out? Join Kenneth Der and the ESA this Wednesday via Zoom!
This session will look into the details of job hunting and 'how to get noticed' as an applicant. The workshop will discuss things that may help build your resume, as well as provide interview tips and ideas.
Register at following link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/job-hunting-how-to-get-noticed-tickets-491387993717
