With the theme, “Professional Learning Across Borders and Times”, a professional development opportunity for teachers and educational assistants was hosted by the Seven Oaks Filipino Employees Association, Inc. (SOFEA, Inc.) on February 22, 2025, at Maples Collegiate, 1330 Jefferson Avenue.
This inspiring event brought together a vibrant community of educators and supporters from various school divisions for a remarkable professional development (PD) day. The event focused on enriching participants’ understanding of the Canadian School System and exploring the essence of being an educated individual. Designed with a hybrid format, the PD accommodated both in-person and online attendees, with virtual participants joining from New Zealand, Grand Forks, the Philippines, Quebec, and Vancouver.
A highlight of the event was the thought-provoking keynote presentation by Mr. Tony Kreml, Superintendent of the Seven Oaks School Division. The participation of MLA Mintu Sandhu, LA Diljeet Brar, and Trustee Derek Dabee underscored the significance of community support and collaboration in shaping the future of education.
The Educators’ Panel featured an esteemed lineup of speakers, including Ron Iscala, Ralph Abetria, Andrea Misner, Mary Jane Napolitano, and Renee Manacsa. These panelists generously shared their expertise and experiences, leaving a lasting impact on attendees.
Links and certificates of attendance were provided to participants including those outside of Winnipeg and for those who joined virtually. For more information about SOFEA, please visit their website at www.sofeainc.ca.
