GETCA 2025

Whether you are a new covered member or not, this session can help you learn about the wide range of benefits, programs and services we offer. In this presentation you will discover how to get the most from your coverage, our different tools and platforms, the benefits of spending accounts and more!

Retirement can no doubt be both exciting and daunting. Between all the paperwork and planning, let us make one of the items on your checklist a little easier! During this presentation, you will learn the ins and outs of your health benefits during retirement. From eligibility requirements to different types of coverage, ASEBP has got you covered—literally.

If you are considering retirement within the next five years, then you’ve got some big decisions just around the corner. Make sure you’re ready for them! This presentation will go over everything you need to know about the Alberta Retired Teachers’ Association (ARTA), including programs and perks available to members and, of course, the nationally acclaimed Health Benefit Plans, complete with information on all the health, travel, and dental benefits ARTA offers. A current retired teacher will provide important points to consider before making the leap into retirement and will touch on some retirement lessons they’ve learned from experience. Join us to discover how ARTA can give you the support you need to begin this new, exciting adventure.

Why is it important to prioritize our financial well-being? Being financially prepared is essential because it's not just about money; it's a fundamental aspect of overall wellness. Neglecting financial health can lead to stress and affect mental well-being, making it harder to navigate life's challenges. For educators, who often prioritize the needs of others over their own, focusing on personal wellness, including financial wellness, is imperative. Studies show that 40% of financially unstable Canadians experience stress related to their finances. This stress permeates their work life, with 88% reporting frequent worries and 49% admitting it affects their job performance. But what if there were simple tools that could alleviate this stress? This session aims to provide such tools, offering practical steps that can be implemented easily. In this session, you will learn how to identify any financial gaps that you may have, how to prepare for the unknown (financial emergencies and unexpected costs), and how to plan for your expected financial needs (home downpayment, kids' post-secondary tuition, additional retirement funds). We will explore investment options, look at market dynamics, and using our core strategies we will set you up to make informed financial decisions. Being financially prepared isn't just about avoiding financial pitfalls; it's about building resilience and understanding and securing peace of mind in the face of life's uncertainties. Financial Wellness high-overview 1. Identifying financial gaps that you may have 2. Plan for the unknown 3. How to get started 4. Investment and insurance options to help close the gaps 5. Core strategies for success

Most Kindergarten classrooms have light tables, but do you ever find yourself stuck with ideas of what to do with it? Discover creative ways to utilize light panels, along with accompanying resources, to engage students in immersive learning experiences. Explore how translucent 3D shapes, hands-on letter and number building activities, and sand trays promote literacy and numeracy skills. We will look at English, French, and Spanish math picture books that compliment classroom instruction. Leave this session with 50+ ideas on how to change your light table every week in your classroom to jazz up centre time!

Join us for an exciting session where Kindergarten teachers will discover innovative ways to integrate physical education, wellness outcomes, occupational therapy goals, and language development into their classrooms. Learn how children can explore emotions through card and matching games, as well as how to show their learning using art materials, like markers and mirrors. Discover how children can practice literacy and communication skills through the use of alphabet dice, alphabet bean bags, and buckets, to facilitate multi-sensory learning opportunities.