Winter 2025

Dear Members,

I hope this newsletter finds you warm and well during this chilly time of year. I am thrilled to reflect on the success of our recent conference, which brought together passionate home economics educators from across the region.

First and foremost, I extend my heartfelt thanks to the conference organizers from the 2024 conference in Richmond. Your dedication and hard work made this event a resounding success. From the engaging workshops to the inspiring keynote panellists, every detail was carefully planned and resulted in mindful consideration of what reciprocity in action might look like in our own districts, schools, and classrooms. Thank you for your generous commitment to our professional community. If you were not able to attend the 2024 conference or you are not currently an active THESA member, please visit this page to renew your membership to support us in supporting you!

We are also looking for a host for our 2025 conference! Hosting the conference is a fantastic bonding experience for teachers and a wonderful opportunity to showcase your school and community. If you are interested in hosting, please reach out to thesa@thesa.org for more details on how to get involved.

Congratulations to this year’s recipients of THESA’s Pins of Recognition Suki Bhattal, Elaine Stafford, and Catherine Hay and our THESA’s first recipient of the Home Economics Teacher of the Year, Rachel Rogers. Your dedication to home economics growing in your practice has inspired your colleagues across the province!

I would also like to remind our members about the valuable grants available to support your professional growth and collaborative projects:

THESA Group Professional Development Grant: This grant is designed to help groups of home economics educators pursue professional development opportunities. This grant can provide financial support for you and your colleagues to enhance your skills and knowledge. If you have a project that involves collaboration with colleagues,, consider applying for this grant to bring your innovative ideas to life.
THESA Resource Grant: This grant individuals who have a resource they want to explore or use to advance home economics education in their classrooms. Apply if you have a something in mind that THESA could support you in purchasing.

I encourage all members to take advantage of these opportunities to further their professional development and contribute to the advancement of home economics education. You can read more about them and apply for one or both here.

As always, I value your feedback and suggestions. Please feel free to reach out to me with any ideas or concerns. Together, we continue to build a strong and supportive community of home economics educators.

Wishing you a wonderful winter season!

Warm regards,

Melissa Edstrom

THESA President

Joe TongJanuary 15, 2025Presidents Letter

Winter 2025

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