Event Schedule

The evening begins with a complimentary dinner at 5:30 p.m., followed by a keynote presentation by Dr. Thomas D’Amico, President of AI Leadership Consulting and retired Director of Education with the Ottawa Catholic School Board. The keynote will be followed by interactive carousel breakout sessions focused on student success, innovation, and safety.

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For Parents with Students in Kindergarten to Grade 2

Presenters: Stacey Copeland (Elementary Consultant) & Shannon Duguay (Special Education Support Facilitator)

Join us for a session to help you better understand our early reading screener—what it is, why we use it, and how to interpret your child’s results. We will explore the foundational reading skills assessed, how classroom programming supports your child’s reading development, and what these skills look like in daily learning. Families will also leave with practical, simple ways to support early reading at home and partner confidently in their child’s literacy journey.

Presenter: Mary Katherine Rowe, Mathematics Facilitator

Parents of students in Grades 1–8 are invited to attend this session, which explores the Knowledgehook digital platform and various home resources designed to support numeracy development.

Presenter: Dan Levecque, SHSM, OYAP, College Link, Coop Consultant

Level Up Your Future With Sudbury Catholic! Curious about pathways beyond the traditional classroom? Join Dan Levecque to learn how programs like OYAP, SHSM, and Skilled Trades help students explore careers, gain real-world experience, and build valuable skills for their future. Discover how these opportunities can support your child’s success and confidence.

Presenter: Anne Roberge, Technology Enabled Learning Consultant

Explore how online learning works at Sudbury Catholic Schools in this informative overview session. Learn about course formats, expectations, and the tools students use to stay connected and successful. We’ll also share tips for supporting your child’s learning at home and answer any questions you may have.

Relevant SCDSB Resources:

• Online Learning
• Online Students

Presenter: Joan Yawney Matz, Religious Education and Faith Development Consultant

Join our Religious Education and Faith Development Consultant for a meaningful conversation on supporting your child’s faith journey. This session will explore simple, practical ways to nurture faith at home and strengthen the connection between school, family, and parish life.

Presenter: Cst. Andre Guertin, GSPS

Helping your child stay safe online starts with understanding the risks. In this session, the Greater Sudbury Police Service will share insights on cyberbullying, digital behaviour, and how families can respond, support, and protect their children in today’s online world.

Presenter: Emily Facchin, Youth Engagement & Gender Based Violence Prevention Specialist

Learn how to recognize and respond to the risks of human trafficking in today’s world. Led by Sudbury & Area Victim Services, this session will provide families with knowledge, resources, and strategies to help keep children safe and supported.

Presenters: Kamilah Francis and Keltie Melanson, Compass

Supporting your child’s mental health starts with knowing where to turn. In this session, Compass presenters Kamilah Francis and Keltie Melanson will share available services, how to access care, and practical supports for children, youth, and families. Discover how Compass provides safe, inclusive, and accessible mental health support in our community.

Presenters: Lucas Nupponen & Ana Santos, SCDSB 

Join members of our Mental Health & Addiction Services Team for their presentation on Anxiety! This presentation will review what is anxiety, and different ways it can impact a child. The focus will then shift to practical ways you can support an anxious child, where we will discuss calming strategies and communication strategies.