A London-Middlesex System-Wide Professional Learning Day | Journée de formation professionnelle à l'échelle du système London-Middlesex

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2025 | VENDREDI 14 NOVEMBRE 2025
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM | 9 h – 16 h

This event is made possible by funding from the Province of Ontario, City of London, and Middlesex County.
Cet événement est rendu possible grâce au financement de la province de l'Ontario, de la ville de London et du comté de Middlesex.

This opportunity brings together London-Middlesex early years system to learn, reflect, and grow. Together, we will explore the essence of empathy, deep understanding, connection, and emotional intelligence.

The format of the day will be a virtual keynote in the morning and a variety of virtual and in-person options for the afternoon.

Cette opportunité rassemble le système éducatif préscolaire de London-Middlesex afin d'apprendre, de réfléchir et de grandir. Ensemble, nous explorerons l'essence de l'empathie, de la compréhension profonde, de la connexion et de l'intelligence émotionnelle.

La journée se déroulera sous la forme d'un discours virtuel le matin et d'une variété d'options virtuelles et en personne l'après-midi.

REGISTRATION | INSCRIPTION

Registration for individual afternoon breakouts is not yet available. Registration will open on Monday, September 8 at 7:00 PM. Registration will close on Sunday, October 19 at 11:59 PM.

Questions or concerns? Please email the Strive Team at info@striveswo.ca.

Il n'est pas possible de s'inscrire à des ateliers individuels l'après-midi. Les inscriptions ouvriront le lundi 8 septembre à 19h. Les inscriptions se termineront le dimanche 19 octobre à 23h59.

Vous avez des questions ou des remarques ? Veuillez envoyer un e-mail à l'équipe Strive à l'adresse info@striveswo.ca.

SCHEDULE FOR THE DAY | PROGRAMME DE LA JOURNÉE

9:00 AM - Opening and municipal addresses
9:30 AM - Virtual Morning Keynote + Q&A
10:30 AM - Reflection Time
11:00 AM - Heart to Heart with Dr. Jean Clinton + Q&A
12:00 PM - Lunch + Travel Time
1:30 PM - Afternoon Breakout of Choice
3:30 PM - Reflections and Closing
4:00 PM - End of Day

9h00 - Ouverture et allocutions municipales
9h30 - Discours d'ouverture virtuel du matin + questions-réponses
10h30 - Temps de réflexion
11h00 - Cœur à Cœur avec la Dre Jean Clinton + questions-réponses
12h00 - Déjeuner + Temps de déplacement
13h30 - Atelier de l'après-midi au choix
15h30 - Réflexions et clôture
16h00 - Fin de la journée

FAQ

Registration

  • Regsitration opens Monday, September 8th at 7:00 PM.

    Registration closes Sunday, October 19th at 11:59 PM.

  • From this landing page, visit the English or French sections (buttons above) for the day based on your preferred language. Next, browse the available options and register for the afternoon breakout you are most excited for! Registration is first come, first serve.

  • Click into either the English or French sections (buttons above). Facilitator information and outlines for each topic available in your perferred language can be found in the drop down menus.

  • Professionals will register for their afternoon breakout of choice (you will register for one session in total).

    If you are attending a virtual viewing space, registration is also required for a virtual viewing space (you will register for one session and one virtual viewing space in total).

  • No. Your leader and Strive will have connected about your centre’s plans to view the morning keynote at your centre.

  • No. Professionals will register for their afternoon breakout of choice and, if applicable, which virtual viewing location they wish to attend. This way, professionals are receiving all emails and communication about the event directly.

  • You will receive an email from Universe upon registration.

  • You should receive your confirmation within 15 minutes. If you do not, please check your junk folder. If you do not see your regsitration within 15 minutes/ it has not gone to your junk, you can try to register again, and/or contact Victoria at, victoria@striveswo.ca.

    Details beyond initial registration will be sent out one week, and one day, ahead of the event from Strive.

  • No. Virtual viewing spaces are optional and have limited spaces. Registration is first come, first serve. 

    These spaces are meant for professionals who do not have a centre location, space, or required technology to view the morning. The intention of these venues is to support accessibility and equitable access for the community.

  • Register for your second choice option. You can still contact us (victoria@striveswo.ca), to be added to the waitlist for your first choice.

General

  • Reach out to the Strive team (kayla@striveswo.ca)! We are happy to support you!

  • No. Unless your leader says otherwise - we encourage you to register for an afternoon breakout that meets your professional learning goals.

  • In-person afternoon breakout sessions will have cofee, tea, and a light snack (e.g. cookies or squares) provided for attendees.

    If you are attending a virtual viewing space, lunch and light refreshments will be provided by Strive.

    If you are watching virtually with your centre, please connect with your leader about lunch plans for the day.

  • If you are attending an in-person breakout, we encourage you to come ready with your ticket, a reusable water bottle, and any materials you may need to feel comfortable learning that afternoon (e.g., notebook and pen).

  • Yes. You will be required to complete a feedback survey after the event and then certificate(s) will be emailed to you.