Name: Parler en français: Strategies to Grow Oral Language in Early Immersion
Start: 2026-02-20T10:20:00-0700
End: 2026-02-20T11:20:00-0700

-Pre-recorded: 2026 President Schilling’s Convention Address: https://youtu.be/uZmsvjr-pCo

-The main event will occur at RDP (Red Deer Polytechnic)

-The Social will happen on Feb 19 after the last session in the Main Stage Foyer, do sign up by including it in your schedule

-Edcamp sessions all occur on Feb 20 Session 5, watch the following to understand what an Edcamp event is all about
https://youtu.be/uIHonn97TJk

-A few sessions you will need to pre-register and pay a supply fee to attend on the day

-POST RECORDING VIDEOS are availble from Feb 20th at 3:30 PM - May31st at 11:59 PM
-Be Scent Free for the event

-DO YOU HAVE ANY ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS AT THE EVENT? e.g.) quiet space, allergies, wheel chair assistance, etc.
Please reach out to [email protected]

-If you need hotel accommodations do use the following link to get a special deal for CATCA members until February 4th: https://reservations.travelclick.com/108483?groupID=5047732

Parler en français: Strategies to Grow Oral Language in Early Immersion

Friday February 20, 2026 10:20am - 11:20am MST

RDP ROOM AC160 (ARTS Centre) @ 100 College Blvd, Red Deer, AB T4N 5H5

Developing strong oral language is the foundation for success in French Immersion. In this session, I will share practical strategies, tools, and classroom routines to help students in Grades 1–3 progress from basic words and phrases to confident spoken French.

You will see how I introduce speaking activities in a slow, structured progression and how I gradually increase expectations as students build confidence and independence. I will demonstrate real classroom examples, including interactive activities and techniques that encourage meaningful oral communication every day.

Speakers

Kaela Masikewich

Teacher

I have experience teaching across multiple grade levels, including middle school, and have spent most of my career in lower elementary as a Grade 2 French Immersion teacher. With 10 years of classroom experience, I’ve been recognized for my work in French Immersion education and... Read More →

Friday February 20, 2026 10:20am - 11:20am MST
RDP ROOM AC160 (ARTS Centre)

French & International Languages (TQS 3), Division 1 (Gr 1-3)

CATCA 2026-Feb 19 and 20 in Person and Post Recording Videos till May 31st

Kaela Masikewich

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CATCA 2026-Feb 19 and 20 in Person and Post Recording Videos till May 31st

Kaela Masikewich

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