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Registration Table Opens 8:00am
Oct. 25
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Opening Remarks 8:45am
Oct. 25
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Keynote - Shelley Moore
Shelley MooreOct. 25
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Allison Pinsent - NL Schools
Allison PinsentOct. 25
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Sherra Robinson - NL Schools
Sherra RobinsonOct. 25
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Norma St. Croix - MUN
Dr. Norma St. CroixOct. 25
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Danielle Kelsey & Colleen Powers - NL Schools
Danielle Kelsey & Colleen PowersOct. 25
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Krista Phelan & Katie Baggs - Little Nest Children’s Community
Krista Phelan & Katie BaggsOct. 25
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Emily Blackmore - NLPL
Emily BlackmoreOct. 25
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Keynote - Julie Pellissier-Lush
Julie Pellissier-LushOct. 25
Ashley Beresford holds Bachelor of Music (clarinet) and Bachelor of Music Education degrees from Memorial University of Newfoundland and a Masters in Music (Instrumental Conducting) from McGill University. She is currently teaching at Bishop Feild Elementary and Holy Trinity Elementary in St. John’s, Newfoundland where she focuses on incorporating literacy and technology into the music classroom. Ashley spent many years as an active performer, playing with ensembles including the Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra and Atlantic Light Theatre. Ashley is a Past President of the Newfoundland and Labrador Music Educators’ Association and is currently Vice President of the Canadian Music Educators’ Association.
Melodies and Narratives: Integrating Storybooks into the Primary Music Classroom
This interactive session invites educators to explore innovative ways of incorporating storybooks to enrich music lessons, promote early literacy skills, and foster oral language development.Participants will discover how storybooks can serve as catalysts for engaging musical experiences. Through hands-on activities and collaborative discussions, attendees will learn practical strategies for seamlessly weaving books into music curriculum, enhancing learning outcomes, and igniting students' imaginations. Participants are encouraged to bring along a selection of their favorite storybooks to inspire and guide their brainstorming process as they create their own lesson ideas. From rhythmic storytelling to character-inspired compositions, attendees will explore a myriad of possibilities for integrating literacy-rich activities into their music classrooms.