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SUMMARY:Western Suffolk BOCES Workshop Listing
DESCRIPTION:To view all Professional Development workshops offered at Western Suffolk BOCES\, please view our catalog www.wsboces.org/webreg
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SUMMARY:Exploring the NYSSLS Chemistry Investigations 2-day Workshop *IN PERSON* presented by Kathi Dinota - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:This two-day workshop will provide participants with an in-depth opportunity to explore the three required Chemistry Investigations developed to align with the New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS). These performance tasks offer authentic\, hands-on scientific and engineering experiences that allow students to demonstrate their understanding chemistry concepts and scientific practices in a real-world context.Chemistry teachers and science administrators will deepen their understanding of the NYSSLS and the expectations for three-dimensional student learning. Participants will learn how these investigations are designed to prepare students for the type of scientific reasoning and application they will encounter on the Physical Setting: Chemistry Regents examination.Workshop highlights include:-A demonstration of how each investigation aligns with NYSSLS performance expectations and dimensions of learning-Discussion on how the investigations function as assessments of student learning-Hands-on experience with the Chemistry Investigations to model classroom implementation-Collaboration time to develop strategies for successful integration into existing curriculaPlease Note:-Participants must bring paper copies of each Chemistry Investigation’s documents. These will not be provided at the workshop. -Participants should plan to attend both days to have the opportunity to explore all three investigations.-Participants should bring a fully charged laptop\, iPad\, or tablet to download resources and access digital tools during the session.Eligible for 12 hours CTLE credit. Can use 2 Consortium seats.If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QJqzsj-aSdOc7mVUZjoV4DuGKl2_TBGv/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5263116
URL:/event/exploring-the-nyssls-chemistry-investigations-2-day-workshop-in-person-presented-by-kathi-dinota-830-230pm/
LOCATION:JEA Alternative School\, 31 Lee Ave\, Wheatley Heights\, NY\, 11798-1837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T083000
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SUMMARY:AI for Literacy: Smarter Planning\, Custom Texts\, and More Engaged Readers *IN PERSON* Presented by Lauren Kolbeck & Debbie Linscott-Feinstein-8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Step into the future of literacy instruction! This interactive workshop is designed for elementary literacy and reading teachers ready to explore a variety of AI tools that can transform teaching and learning. Discover how to use AI to streamline lesson planning\, generate engaging and differentiated reading materials\, and support the diverse needs of your students. You’ll learn how to create decodable texts\, leveled passages\, writing prompts\, rubrics\, and interactive activities-all tailored to your classroom goals. With hands-on time to explore multiple tools\, you’ll immediately apply what you learn to design resources for your students. No tech expertise required-just bring a laptop or tablet\, your curiosity\, and your passion for teaching. Leave with practical strategies\, ready-to-use materials\, and fresh inspiration to elevate literacy instruction.Audience: K-6 elementary teachers\, reading teachers\, ELL teachers\, literacy coaches\, and administratorsEligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1-1/2 Consortium seats. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1W3-B0_BOZTogc3ni3hpY-Wih2Wc3VWAA/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5248102
URL:/event/ai-for-literacy-smarter-planning-custom-texts-and-more-engaged-readers-in-person-presented-by-lauren-kolbeck-debbie-linscott-feinstein-830-230pm/
LOCATION:JEA Alternative School\, 31 Lee Ave\, Wheatley Heights\, NY\, 11798-1837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260302T083000
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SUMMARY:Practice\, Analyze\, and Write NYSSLS Physics Cluster Questions *IN PERSON* presented by Richard Slesinski - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:As the NYSSLS-aligned Regents Physics exam approaches\, high school physics teachers need targeted support to navigate the exam’s most distinctive feature: cluster questions. These multi-part\, phenomenon-based items are central to assessing students’ ability to apply science and engineering practices\, crosscutting concepts\, and core disciplinary ideas in context. This full-day workshop provides a deep dive into understanding\, analyzing\, and designing cluster questions. Participants will actively engage with released sample questions\, practice scoring student responses\, and collaboratively develop their own cluster questions for classroom and assessment use.By the end of this workshop\, participants will: -Understand the structure and purpose of cluster questions on the NYSSLS Regents Physics exam.-Examine the alignment between cluster questions and the three dimensions of the NYSSLS. -Practice answering released cluster questions to better anticipate student thinking. -Design original cluster questions based on NYSSLS Performance Expectations and classroom phenomena. -Leave with a set of ready-to-use cluster questions and rubrics for each NYSSLS physics performance objective.Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 Consortium seat. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QOK7nG3lxOn_Vqa3oxO3daPnX_20QyM3/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5231701
URL:/event/practice-analyze-and-write-nyssls-physics-cluster-questions-in-person-presented-by-richard-slesinski-830-230pm-2/
LOCATION:JEA Alternative School\, 31 Lee Ave\, Wheatley Heights\, NY\, 11798-1837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T083000
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SUMMARY:Elementary Math Deep-Dive Series - A Balancing Act - Solving Equations Gr 3-6 *IN PERSON* presented by Stacey Mooney - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Audience: K-6 Educators\, Special Educators\, Elementary Math Coaches\, AIS\, Math DirectorsParticipants will deep-dive into high-leverage math content and instructional practices in alignment with the NYSED Numeracy Briefs 3 and 4 by exploring high-quality and engaging mathematics activities and resources aligned with NYS NextGen Math Standards. Participants will have opportunities to engage with content to explore deeply and thoroughly in order to enhance teaching and learning. Creative and engaging activities\, resources and tasks will be explored for each topic. Best instructional practices and strategies will be discussed\, modeled\, and shared. Ready-to-use takeaways for seamless classroom implementation. *Please bring your own device*Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 Consortium seat. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HohBtEZsvqfP0rL8bhkU7pmUDv1u3PNg/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5272344
URL:/event/elementary-math-deep-dive-series-a-balancing-act-solving-equations-gr-3-6-in-person-presented-by-stacey-mooney-830-230pm/
LOCATION:JEA Alternative School\, 31 Lee Ave\, Wheatley Heights\, NY\, 11798-1837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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SUMMARY:Making Groupwork the Norm: Evolved Strategies for Deeper Collaboration *IN PERSON* presented by Philip Dituri - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Having students to work collaboratively isn’t just something you do with your students in isolated moments – it’s a culture you cultivate over time. In this newly updated and expanded version of the popular Making Groupwork the Norm workshop\, we’ll dive deeper into the classroom structures\, routines\, and mindsets that help collaborative learning thrive in middle and high school classrooms. Whether you’re new to collaborative learning or building on what you learned in the original workshop\, this session offers fresh insights grounded in real classroom practice. You’ll leave with: -A refined set of groupwork norms that boost student independence and peer-to-peer accountability -New strategies for designing tasks that foster true collaboration – not just cooperation -Tools for formative assessment that track individual understanding within group contexts -Clear guidance on managing equity\, voice\, and shared responsibility -Ways to use groupwork as a lever for differentiation and deeper learning We’ll also address persistent myths about groupwork\, explore common implementation challenges\, and share field-tested solutions that work across content areas. Join us to transform groupwork from an occasional structure into a powerful\, everyday practice – and reimagine what students can do when they learn together. Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 consortium seat. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rg3GUJZUC3-Rub4lcV9EHZCDi-leZ1Rc/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5281347
URL:/event/making-groupwork-the-norm-evolved-strategies-for-deeper-collaboration-in-person-presented-by-philip-dituri-830-230pm/
LOCATION:JEA Alternative School\, 31 Lee Ave\, Wheatley Heights\, NY\, 11798-1837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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SUMMARY:Effective Techniques for Teaching Literacy to English Language Learners **ONLINE** presented by Pamela Solomon-9-12pm
DESCRIPTION:Participants will explore various strategies to help English Language Learners enhance their literacy skills. We will discuss practical approaches that can be applied across all grade levels and subject areas to support students in mainstream classrooms. Eligible for 3 hours CTLE credit. Can use ½ consortium seat. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1oU_EiocLRNO-LxYMj1PEWBPPWBbOFWfe/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5275950
URL:/event/effective-techniques-for-teaching-literacy-to-english-language-learners-online-presented-by-pamela-solomon-9-12pm/
LOCATION:Virtual Conference
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T143000
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SUMMARY:ELA Curriculum Writing 3-Day Institute Grades 5-12 presented by Victor Jaccarino - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Over the last decade\, curriculum has been redefined to include standards-based units of study\, as well as the Science of Reading principles. Join Victor Jaccarino for a three-day interactive workshop/institute to help ELA teachers begin the process of writing a grade level standards-based curriculum based on The Science of Reading. During this process\, teachers will have the opportunity to collaborate with educators from other districts\, as well as receive feedback from colleagues. In the spirit of writing units with the end in mind (Understanding by Design)\, teachers will write a standards-based assessment for a 1-4-week ELA literature and reading based unit. Units will include reading and writing instruction. By the end of the second day\, teachers will have developed lessons for the unit that include whole lessons and formative assessments to inform instruction. By the end of the third day\, teachers will minimally have an outline of a complete standards-based unit\, and ideally a complete unit with a mid-unit assessment\, formative assessments\, protocols that promote collaboration and writing. It is recommended that districts send a team or teams of grade level teachers or teams teaching on different grade levels who can collaborate on the units that will become part of the grade level curriculum. There will be an expectation\, that on day 1\, participants will bring a full-length text that they would like to include in the curriculum\, or a series of short texts by a single author or held together thematically. The text(s) should be challenging and have multiple interpretations. Eligible for 18 hours CTLE credit. Can use 3 Consortium seats.If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rbxGpgJj1kakpRA85TOgPPUTE3lS4gvF/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5177501
URL:/event/ela-curriculum-writing-3-day-institute-grades-5-12-presented-by-victor-jaccarino-830-230pm/
LOCATION:JEA Alternative School\, 31 Lee Ave\, Wheatley Heights\, NY\, 11798-1837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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SUMMARY:Roots to Reading: Building Stronger Readers Through Morphology *IN PERSON* Presented by Lauren Kolbeck & Debbie Linscott-Feinstein-8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to explore a variety of materials while collaborating with colleagues in this interactive workshop designed for teachers in Grades 3 and up. Deepen your understanding of morphology and discover how to teach word parts-prefixes\, suffixes\, and Greek and Latin roots-in ways that connect to reading\, writing\, and content-area learning. Participants will receive a clear scope and sequence aligned to grade-level expectations\, along with ready-to-use instructional routines\, engaging activities\, and assessment tools. Content area teachers will also benefit by exploring practical strategies to weave morphology into science\, social studies\, and other subject areas-helping students unlock academic vocabulary and deepen their comprehension. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to refine your practice\, you’ll leave with the knowledge and resources to implement a structured\, research-based approach to morphology instruction that supports all learners. Audience: 3-6 classroom teachers\, reading teachers\, and administrators Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1-1/2 Consortium seats. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1EVEuHNkVZn3Wy2_cECmoWpabEKCyfXZJ/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5138695
URL:/event/roots-to-reading-building-stronger-readers-through-morphology-in-person-presented-by-lauren-kolbeck-debbie-linscott-feinstein-830-230pm/
LOCATION:JEA Alternative School\, 31 Lee Ave\, Wheatley Heights\, NY\, 11798-1837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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SUMMARY:Using Effective Literacy Strategies in Secondary Science Classrooms *IN PERSON* presented by Jacqueline Darvin - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:The new science assessments in NY State are literacy-based. At the same time\, middle and high school students’ literacy skills have declined. This workshop will equip middle and high school science teachers with practical literacy strategies on reading that will help their secondary students comprehend\, remember\, and demonstrate their learning of science content. Participants are asked to please bring a laptop and some current lesson plans/curriculum to the session.Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 Consortium seat. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mGcJh4segwohJe_0AREEK8aTHuvY5ARk/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5151269
URL:/event/using-effective-literacy-strategies-in-secondary-science-classrooms-in-person-presented-by-jacqueline-darvin-830-230pm/
LOCATION:JEA Alternative School\, 31 Lee Ave\, Wheatley Heights\, NY\, 11798-1837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T143000
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SUMMARY:Evidence Practices in Classroom Management 2-Day Workshop *IN PERSON* presented by Michelle Levy - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:The effective management of a classroom begins with establishing a positive\, proactive and preventive learning environment that fosters learning for all students and minimizes disruptions. Effective classroom managers build strong relationships with students\, communicate effectively\, and adapt their strategies to meet individual needs. Participants will learn eight research based strategies that increase instructional time\, minimize problematic behavior and increase student engagement thereby setting students up for academic\, social and behavioral success. These practices include: -understanding student behavior\, -providing quality instruction\, -teaching rules\, -expectations\, -routines and procedures\, -practicing precorrection\, -active supervision and -implementing strategies for both positive and negative responses. Eligible for 12 hours CTLE credit. Can use 2 Consortium seats. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1l-npmTp3t6FtJkSlgmrktX5YNhHaf_Nz/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5133166
URL:/event/evidence-practices-in-classroom-management-2-day-workshop-in-person-presented-by-michelle-levy-830-230pm-2/
LOCATION:JEA Alternative School\, 31 Lee Ave\, Wheatley Heights\, NY\, 11798-1837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T120000
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SUMMARY:Taking the Challenge out of Conversations: 4 Steps to Communicating Without Judgment or Blame VIRTUAL Workshop presented by Joan Fretz - 9-12pm
DESCRIPTION:Whether we’re interacting with colleagues\, supervisors\, students\, caregivers\, or our own family members\, school administrators and staff often find themselves in a challenging conversation. When people feel judged\, we may lose the opportunity to resolve the issue at the lowest level and worse\, damage our relationship with them. While you are in charge of the words you choose and how they are delivered\, it is always the receiver who gives the meaning to your message. In this workshop\, we will explore ways to listen to others without judgment or blame and then express our own feelings and needs. The skill involves linking our feelings to our needs\, instead of blaming someone else for causing them\, and helping others to do the same. Based on the work of Marshall Rosenberg (Nonviolent Communication) and Oren Sofer (Mindful Communication)\, this simple process provides a consistent way for all staff to develop respectful and trusting relationships. Developing safe and healthy schools begins with how we message each other. Strategies for using this approach will be practiced and discussed. Suggestions for encouraging buy-in from all staff will be included. Eligible for 3 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1/2 Consortium seat. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1MuPkVTyvZBYN5EwGi51UzQMJtDa5h1l6/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5135876
URL:/event/taking-the-challenge-out-of-conversations-4-steps-to-communicating-without-judgment-or-blame-virtual-workshop-presented-by-joan-fretz-9-12pm-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Conference
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T143000
DTSTAMP:20260227T033342
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SUMMARY:I Got 99 Problems: How to Cultivate a Culture of Problem Solving in Mathematics Classrooms *IN PERSON* presented by Philip Dituri - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:What do you do when you don’t know what to do? “I don’t know what to do” is a common refrain in math class-especially when students face unfamiliar problems or standardized test questions. Do they give up? Or do they problem solve? Unfortunately\, explicit instruction in problem solving is often missing from the curriculum. In this workshop\, we’ll explore practical strategies and routines you can use to help your students become confident\, capable problem solvers. You’ll leave with concrete tools and next steps to bring more problem solving into your classroom. Together\, we won’t just learn how to teach problem solving-we’ll become better problem solvers ourselves. Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 consortium seat. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1C4h0EU1Z5E3LVAHKOx73lG9bMXOKjQ-u/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration; https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5281228
URL:/event/i-got-99-problems-how-to-cultivate-a-culture-of-problem-solving-in-mathematics-classrooms-in-person-presented-by-philip-dituri-830-230pm/
LOCATION:JEA Alternative School\, 31 Lee Ave\, Wheatley Heights\, NY\, 11798-1837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T143000
DTSTAMP:20260227T033342
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SUMMARY:Instructional Routines & Literacy Integration *IN PERSON* presented by Nicole Moriarty - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Strengthen daily instruction by using simple\, repeatable routines that help students practice the Habits of Mind while building the literacy skills aligned to the science of reading. These routines make the Portrait of a Graduate attributes teachable in every classroom\, giving students the language and behaviors they need to think with clarity\, curiosity\, and intention across all content areas. We Will Explore -How POG attributes come alive through daily routines that build thinking\, collaboration\, precision\, and problem-solving. -Habits of Mind as the bridge that makes the Portrait of a Graduate concrete\, visible\, and teachable. -Literacy-aligned routines that grow the reading\, writing\, and thinking brain while reinforcing the habits students need to navigate complex tasks. -Shared language and prompts that guide students to notice their thinking\, use evidence\, persevere\, and learn with intention. Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 Consortium seat. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Ex70c7xxRf4pfVL4rBNyMmVd3wyPDtCZ/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5297068
URL:/event/instructional-routines-literacy-integration-in-person-presented-by-nicole-moriarty-830-230pm/
LOCATION:JEA Alternative School\, 31 Lee Ave\, Wheatley Heights\, NY\, 11798-1837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T143000
DTSTAMP:20260227T033342
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UID:25013-1773131400-1773153000@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:Classroom Strategies to Meet the Rigor of the New Biology Regents *IN PERSON* Presented by Glen Cochrane - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:The NYSSLS-based LS: Biology Regents exam has raised the bar for students\, presenting challenges well beyond the former Living Environment Regents. This exam is designed around the expectations of three-dimensional (3D) learning\, requiring students not only to acquire scientific knowledge but also to think like scientists and make sense of novel scientific scenarios. To achieve this\, we will focus on practical classroom strategies that gradually build the science skills necessary to meet the rigor of the new exam. We will take a clear and practical look at New York State’s Educational Assessment Strategy and how it can build 3D skills. This approach uses multiple types of assessments to gauge student learning progress\, tailor instruction\, identify strengths and weaknesses\, and evaluate mastery. Participants will explore how the clusters in the Biology Regents exam are structured and developed\, and how they differ from the various classroom techniques used to assess expectations for 3D learning. Topics will include: -How the Regents exams are based on the NYSSLS and the Performance Level Descriptions (PLDs)\, rather than your curriculum. -The role of student assessment as a component of curriculum and instruction -The use of AI to assist in constructing classroom and Regents-style assessments. -The development of curriculum-based and novel-based phenomena for classroom assessments. -How Performance Level Descriptions are aligned with each NYSSLS performance expectation when constructing Regents question clusters -Determine the PLD level for each of the items in a question cluster from a recent Biology Regents. -Analyze how the language of the PLD is applied in constructing each question. -Review strategies that will progressively enhance the testing skills necessary for students to navigate the rigor of Regents question clusters\nFOR FULL DESCRIPTION PLEASE VIEW FLYER\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BtyLvF6BYYDWC005CqOpOaRYMU7ORuFA/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5293519
URL:/event/classroom-strategies-to-meet-the-rigor-of-the-new-biology-regents-in-person-presented-by-glen-cochrane-830-230pm/
LOCATION:JEA Alternative School\, 31 Lee Ave\, Wheatley Heights\, NY\, 11798-1837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T143000
DTSTAMP:20260227T033342
CREATED:20251105T184031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T184031Z
UID:24746-1773217800-1773239400@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:Cracking the Code: Unpacking the Chemistry NYSSLS *IN PERSON* presented by Kathi Dinota - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is designed to support chemistry teachers in understanding and applying the New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS) to develop coherent\, engaging\, and standards-aligned chemistry curricula.The primary goals of the workshop are to:-Help educators unpack the NYSSLS\, focusing on their structure and intent-Equip teachers with tools to identify key disciplinary core ideas (DCIs)\, science and engineering practices (SEPs)\, and crosscutting concepts (CCCs) -Closely examine the Chemistry NYSSLS (What’s In and What’s Out?)-Foster collaboration and resource sharing By the end of the workshop\, participants will be able to:-Deconstruct NYSSLS performance expectations for chemistry-Confidently use NYSSLS as a framework for instructional decision-making.Participants will receive access to a shared online folder with collaborative resources. *Participants should bring a charged laptop and a willingness to constructively collaborate.*Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 Consortium seat.If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bgp1fW50NIjfs5Q5X3iFuvi8R3pAdfBc/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5263169
URL:/event/cracking-the-code-unpacking-the-chemistry-nyssls-in-person-presented-by-kathi-dinota-830-230pm-2/
LOCATION:JEA Alternative School\, 31 Lee Ave\, Wheatley Heights\, NY\, 11798-1837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T143000
DTSTAMP:20260227T033342
CREATED:20260112T222250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T222250Z
UID:25134-1773217800-1773239400@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:Portrait of a Graduate: Global Citizen *IN PERSON* presented by Kira Nurieli / Harmony Strategies Group - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:A Full-Day Professional Learning Experience for Educators Offered by Harmony Strategies Group (HSG) / Facilitated by Kira Nurieli\, Founder & CEO The Portrait of a Graduate: Global Citizen full-day program prepares educators to cultivate the knowledge\, skills\, and mindsets students need to act responsibly and ethically within local\, global\, and digital communities. This professional learning experience equips educators to help students understand their role in an interconnected world and to engage thoughtfully\, respectfully\, and constructively in a culturally diverse\, democratic society. Grounded in social and organizational psychology\, political philosophy\, and conflict theory\, the program emphasizes global citizenship as an active practice-one that integrates ethical decision-making\, civic engagement\, perspective-taking\, and responsible participation in digital and real-world spaces. Educators gain both theoretical concepts and practical tools to translate global citizenship into developmentally appropriate\, classroom-ready learning experiences. This program directly supports the Global Citizen competency by helping educators teach students to: -Act responsibly and ethically in local\, global\, and digital communities. -Apply civic knowledge\, skills\, and mindsets to real-world issues. -Engage respectfully across cultures\, identities\, and perspectives. -Understand what civic responsibility means and includes. -Contribute positively to a democratic and culturally diverse society. FOR FULL DESCRIPTION\, PLEASE VIEW FLYER. Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1-1/2 Consortium seats.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1SNggf38DxujQcZzjHp9w6fROCOmy4PGT/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5302180
URL:/event/portrait-of-a-graduate-global-citizen-in-person-presented-by-kira-nurieli-harmony-strategies-group-830-230pm/
LOCATION:JEA Alternative School\, 31 Lee Ave\, Wheatley Heights\, NY\, 11798-1837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T180000
DTSTAMP:20260227T033342
CREATED:20251103T163921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T163921Z
UID:24727-1773246600-1773252000@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:Enhance Your Mindset VIRTUAL Workshop presented by The Zen Den - 4:30-6pm
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn various coping tools to give them a calmer and more focused mindset. Participants will also learn how to integrate mindfulness into the everyday environments of 6-12 grade classrooms. Delving into mindfulness will help participants manage personal and professional trying times with a thought filled\, productive\, peaceful state of mind.Eligible for 1-1/2 hours CTLE credit. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1R8uAe0L-nK1UjBTxDv0nQHH4A9iXIpAq/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5260063
URL:/event/enhance-your-mindset-virtual-workshop-presented-by-the-zen-den-430-6pm/
LOCATION:Virtual Conference
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T143000
DTSTAMP:20260227T033342
CREATED:20251219T184441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T184441Z
UID:24986-1773304200-1773325800@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:Unlocking the 7 Teaching Standards: Supporting Administrators in Transitioning to STEPS *IN PERSON* presented by Anne Rullan\, Ed.D. - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Audience: Administrators This workshop empowers school and district administrators to confidently transition to the STEPS (Standards-Based Teacher Evaluation and Professional Support) framework by deepening understanding of the 7 Teaching Standards and aligning them to clear\, meaningful evidence of practice. Participants will engage in interactive learning that blends clarity\, collaboration\, and practical application-ensuring that evaluation practices instructional\, developmental\, and supportive. Participants will leave with: -A deeper understanding of how the STEPS framework elevates teacher growth and instructional quality -Tools for calibrating observations and evidence collection using the seven teaching standards Draft evidence lists and artifacts aligned to each standard\, created during collaborative workgroups -Clear action steps to implement STEPS with consistency\, transparency\, and purpose Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 consortium seat. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/17dxxrE7joiSCjqq4s3mwSmN3T0S5pgPw/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5291831
URL:/event/unlocking-the-7-teaching-standards-supporting-administrators-in-transitioning-to-steps-in-person-presented-by-anne-rullan-ed-d-830-230pm/
LOCATION:JEA Alternative School\, 31 Lee Ave\, Wheatley Heights\, NY\, 11798-1837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260316T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260316T143000
DTSTAMP:20260227T033342
CREATED:20250916T152826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T152826Z
UID:24438-1773649800-1773671400@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:New Visions Biology Workshop - Unit 6: Woolly Mammoth *IN PERSON* - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Audience: Science Educators\, Lead Teachers\, STEM Coordinators\, Science AdministratorsWorkshops align with New Visions for Public Schools FREE curriculum https://www.newvisions.org/curriculum/science/biology *Bring your own device*Unit 6: Woolly Mammoth    Topic: Ecosystem Resilience\, Climate Change\, and Human Impact – Monday\, March 16\, 2026PEs: HS-LS2-5\, HS-LS2-2\, HS-LS2-6\, HS-LS2-7\, HS-LS4-6 (NGSS\, not in NYSSLS)\, HS-ESS2-6 (NYSSLS only)\, HS-ETS1-1This workshop supports participants in implementing Unit 6 of the New Visions Biology curriculum. Educators will engage in immersive experiences with the unit materials\, reflect on their learning\, discuss adaptations to meet their students’ needs\, and collaborate with peers to problem-solve challenges. This unit-based PL also highlights a high-leverage pedagogical goal-helping students connect understandings they develop from one lesson to the next across all three dimensions\nEach workshop is eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Each participant can use 2-1/2 Consortium seats per workshop.If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/10EsfYlBtdWEfA0rHzojW2_JNqxxK0ecr/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5203795
URL:/event/new-visions-biology-workshop-unit-6-woolly-mammoth-in-person-830-230pm/
LOCATION:JEA Alternative School\, 31 Lee Ave\, Wheatley Heights\, NY\, 11798-1837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260316T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260316T143000
DTSTAMP:20260227T033342
CREATED:20251007T215725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T215725Z
UID:24577-1773649800-1773671400@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:Tackling NYSSLS Using Cooperative Learning *IN PERSON* presented by Richard Slesinski - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:This interactive workshop helps high school science teachers design and implement NYSSLS-aligned jigsaw activities that also build collaboration and social-emotional skills. Participants will experience two jigsaw activities-one science-based and one about the jigsaw structure itself-before designing their own. Teachers will learn how to: -structure student “families” and expert groups\, -use ice breakers and social skill warm-ups\, -teach with phenomena and model development\, -incorporate checks for understanding and time-buffers\, and -guide student reflection and group evaluation.Learning Targets:-Understand the structure and purpose of a cooperative learning jigsaw-Explore how to embed 3D learning (DCIs\, SEPs\, CCCs) within a jigsaw-Learn how to explicitly teach and reinforce social skills-Use ice breakers and reflection activities to strengthen collaboration-Identify when and how to use time-buffers to maintain engagement-Experience sample jigsaws as learners-Begin designing their own NYSSLS-aligned jigsaw activityEligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 Consortium seat. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CpzNHEpqRfQM2l1BAWGHdTkiYDNrzZu7/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5231687
URL:/event/tackling-nyssls-using-cooperative-learning-in-person-presented-by-richard-slesinski-830-230pm-2/
LOCATION:JEA Alternative School\, 31 Lee Ave\, Wheatley Heights\, NY\, 11798-1837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T143000
DTSTAMP:20260227T033342
CREATED:20250915T184017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T184017Z
UID:24424-1773736200-1773757800@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:New Visions Earth & Space Science Workshops *IN PERSON* Unit 6 - Solutions for a Sustainable Future - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Audience: Science Educators\, Lead Teachers\, STEM Coordinators\, Science AdministratorsEach title is a live registration link.Workshops align with New Visions for Public Schools FREE curriculum Https://www.newvisions.org/curriculum/science/earth-space*Bring your own device*Topic: Human SustainabilityPEs: HS-ESS3-2\, HS-ESS3-3\, HS-ESS3-4\, HS-ESS3-6\, HS-EST1-3\, HS-EST1-4This workshop supports participants in implementing Unit 6 of the New Visions Earth & Space Science curriculum. Educators will engage in immersive experiences with the unit materials\, reflect on their learning\, discuss adaptations to meet their students’ needs\, and collaborate with peers to problem-solve challenges. This unit-based PL also highlights a high-leverage pedagogical goal-modeling how to teach discipline-specific reading skills\nEach workshop is eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Each participant can use 2-1/2 Consortium seats per workshop.If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1MBB9ZKmnvTsDNrkgeIRt97bZnXo-tXST/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5203055
URL:/event/new-visions-earth-space-science-workshops-in-person-unit-6-solutions-for-a-sustainable-future-830-230pm/
LOCATION:JEA Alternative School\, 31 Lee Ave\, Wheatley Heights\, NY\, 11798-1837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T140000
DTSTAMP:20260227T033342
CREATED:20260202T173325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T173325Z
UID:25242-1773748800-1779199200@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:Leadership Series - 6 Two-Hour VIRTUAL Sessions presented by Ray Jorgensen / Jorgensen Learning Center - 12-2pm
DESCRIPTION:Opening – The Heart of Conversational Leadership CPO Framework -Today\, leadership success is defined by the quality of our conversations. Leaders need to foster meaning\, trust\, and alignment – not just transmit information. -Purpose: To introduce the JLC Conversational Leadership framework and establish a shared understanding of the practices for initiating and maintaining containers that foster learning and trust. -Outcome: Each participant will begin applying the core JLC tools – Check-In/Check-Out\, CPO framing\, Four-Step Meeting Process\, and Learning Loop Closure – to elevate decision-making and relationships. Learning Objectives -Each participant will know and understand the principles of Conversational Leadership and be able to apply CPO to frame any leadership conversation. -Each participant will know and understand the Four-Step Meeting Process and be able to redesign a meeting for greater clarity and commitment. -Each participant will know and understand Check-In/Check-Out as a safety and alignment protocol and be able to model it in their teams. -Each participant will know and understand the Learning Loop and be able to use it to provide constructive feedback.\nEligible for 12 hours CTLE credit. Can use 3-1/2 consortium seats\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1y-ibrkQN4aAM1L3n8gdL_vJ4mRU4XhWi/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5316865
URL:/event/leadership-series-6-two-hour-virtual-sessions-presented-by-ray-jorgensen-jorgensen-learning-center-12-2pm/
LOCATION:Virtual Conference
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T113000
DTSTAMP:20260227T033342
CREATED:20250721T164721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T164721Z
UID:24038-1773822600-1773833400@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:Mindfulness & Burnout Prevention 3-hour Training *IN PERSON* facilitated by Melissa Del Giudice - 8:30-11:30am
DESCRIPTION:This 3-hour interactive training is designed to equip educators with practical\, research-based tools to: -manage stress\, -prevent burnout\, and -promote emotional well-being. Participants will learn how to use mindfulness to regulate the nervous system\, reset quickly between classes\, and stay focused and energized throughout the day. The session also covers strategies for improving time management\, strengthening staff communication\, and maintaining work-life balance. With a blend of breathing techniques\, reflection\, and real-world application\, this training supports both individual well-being and a positive school culture. Eligible for 3 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 consortium seat. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jGuhKGS_WzF6am2bM1LowSKd3YK8HpIO/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5137718
URL:/event/mindfulness-burnout-prevention-3-hour-training-in-person-facilitated-by-melissa-del-giudice-830-1130am-2/
LOCATION:JEA Alternative School\, 31 Lee Ave\, Wheatley Heights\, NY\, 11798-1837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T143000
DTSTAMP:20260227T033342
CREATED:20251117T225052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T225052Z
UID:24811-1773822600-1773844200@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:The Science of Reading: Strengthening Writing Through Phonemic Awareness\, Phoneme-Grapheme Connections\, and Orthographic Mapping *IN PERSON* Presented by: Lauren Kolbeck & Debbie Linscott-Feinstein-8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Grounded in the principles of the Science of Reading\, this session explores the essential role of phonemic awareness and phoneme-grapheme correspondence in the development of proficient reading and writing. Participants will examine evidence-based instructional practices that emphasize segmenting syllables and phonemes and explicitly linking sounds to their written representations to support accurate spelling and fluent writing. The workshop highlights how these foundational skills facilitate orthographic mapping\, the cognitive process through which readers store words for automatic recognition and retrieval. By connecting current research to classroom application\, educators will deepen their understanding of how systematic instruction in phonological and orthographic processing strengthens the reciprocal relationship between decoding and encoding\, ultimately advancing students’ literacy outcomes.Audience: K-3 classroom teachers\, literacy specialists\, and interventionistsEligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1-1/2 Consortium seats. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OTtn52vJGCmAVJS4uH0aIlRyPinspITt/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5271244
URL:/event/the-science-of-reading-strengthening-writing-through-phonemic-awareness-phoneme-grapheme-connections-and-orthographic-mapping-in-person-presented-by-lauren-kolbeck-debbie-linscott-feinstein-8/
LOCATION:JEA Alternative School\, 31 Lee Ave\, Wheatley Heights\, NY\, 11798-1837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T180000
DTSTAMP:20260227T033342
CREATED:20251103T170112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T170112Z
UID:24729-1773851400-1773856800@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:Spring Emergence VIRTUAL Workshop presented by The Zen Den - 4:30-6pm
DESCRIPTION:During this workshop\, participants will focus on the metamorphosis of oneself through different relaxing\, intuitive and transforming meditations\, Kundalini yoga\, journal writing and discussions. Participants will use their imaginations and 5 senses to emphasize their personalities with bright new energy which they can bring to their classrooms and to their students. They will be given questions to journal about which will bring new insights in what they do inside their classrooms and with their students. The goal is to have participants experience new forms of meditation and thinking processes to rid themselves of their “winter selves” and allow a new “spring being” to take over their beings and their classrooms.Eligible for 1-1/2 hours CTLE credit. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1oDSxgc9X8ODYNQq46uANy6xDHU9P1LK-/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5260174
URL:/event/spring-emergence-virtual-workshop-presented-by-the-zen-den-430-6pm/
LOCATION:Virtual Conference
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T143000
DTSTAMP:20260227T033342
CREATED:20251211T201048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T201048Z
UID:24946-1773909000-1773930600@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:THE SCIENCE OF READING FOR MULTILINGUAL LEARNERS VIRTUAL TOOLKIT BRIEF #3: LITERACY DEVELOPMENT OF EMERGENT MULTILINGUAL LEARNERS IN THE EARLY CHILDHOOD CLASSROOM - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop\, we will spend the first part of the day unpacking the full article of the brief to understand the data and research presented while absorbing the classroom examples\, reviewing the conclusion and recommendations\, as well as the references and resources so we can work together to reflect and apply the revised instructional practices during the second part of the day. Participants will work throughout this day long workshop to link practical classroom resources\, engage in example teaching and learning activities\, and focus on planning and preparation to implement this brief with the following outcomes:\nUnderstand research and theory in second language acquisition and biliteracy\nIdentify pre-literacy practices that are developmentally appropriate\nGather materials that reflect home languages and cultures of students\, such as bilingual and native language books\nUtilize the EML (Emergent Multilingual Learner) Protocol\nPLEASE VIEW FLYER FOR FULL DESCRIPTION:\nhttps://drive.google.com/file/d/1Cw8KvK_OEHp4Jzm1e-cH_ljzcyO0Lh3J/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5284984
URL:/event/the-science-of-reading-for-multilingual-learners-virtual-toolkit-brief-3-literacy-development-of-emergent-multilingual-learners-in-the-early-childhood-classroom-830-230pm/
LOCATION:Virtual Conference
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260323T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260323T143000
DTSTAMP:20260227T033342
CREATED:20251119T205853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T205853Z
UID:24819-1774254600-1774276200@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:Dyslexia and Dyslexic Tendencies: Design Instruction for All Children Presented by: Debbie Linscott-Feinstein and Lauren Kolbeck-8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a day to build your knowledge and confidence when teaching dyslexic children. According to the International Dyslexia Association\, perhaps as many as 15-20% of students have some of the symptoms of dyslexia\, including slow or inaccurate reading\, poor spelling\, poor writing\, or mixing up similar words. Let’s be the best advocates we can be for these and all students by synthesizing all we know into our everyday curriculum.Targets include: -understanding the brain of the dyslexic-sequential\, systematic\, explicit phonemic and phonics instruction-exploring existing programs that lend themselves to different learning styles-morphology as part of learning to read and spell-the use of articulatory memory and gestures for sounds and vocabulary -specific strategies for overlearning across texts within knowledge-building units This day will yield abundant practical strategies for immediate implementation in your class\, school or district. Dyslexic and all children will benefitAudience: Grades K-6 general education teachers; English teachers; reading teachers; ENL teachers; special educators; ELA coaches; ELA\, ENL and Special Education directors; building and district administrators.Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1-1/2 Consortium seats. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1M8j6VzLfdbTtjAggPMpEilb1e9Vf1c4E/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5273248
URL:/event/dyslexia-and-dyslexic-tendencies-design-instruction-for-all-children-presented-by-debbie-linscott-feinstein-and-lauren-kolbeck-830-230pm/
LOCATION:JEA Alternative School\, 31 Lee Ave\, Wheatley Heights\, NY\, 11798-1837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260323T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260323T143000
DTSTAMP:20260227T033342
CREATED:20251229T180439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T180439Z
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SUMMARY:Navigating the Seismic Shifts of the NYSSLS Earth and Space Sciences Regents Exam *IN PERSON* Presented by Brian Vorwald - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:The NYSSLS-based Earth and Space Sciences Regents exam has raised the bar for students\, posing challenges far beyond the former MST Physical Setting/Earth Science Regents exams. Designed around the expectations of three-dimensional learning\, the ESS Regents exam requires students not only to know science content\, but to think like scientists and make sense of novel scientific scenarios. In this workshop\, we’ll take a clear\, practical look at New York State’s assessment system and unpack how ESS Regents question clusters are structured and how they are different from classroom assessments. We’ll examine the ESS Reference Tables through real exam examples to show how students are expected to use them as sense-making tools rather than for simple look-ups. Participants will also explore a set of effective\, classroom-ready strategies to strengthen students’ test-taking skills and confidence\, helping them meet the rigor of the new exam. Included will be: -An activity to identify how the NYSSLS-based Earth and Space Science Regents exam assesses students differently than prior MST-based Physical Setting/Earth Science Regents exams -How student assessment is a component of curriculum and instruction -Principles of Regents question clusters and how they differ from classroom performance assessments -Differences in how the ESS Reference Tables are used in assessments compared to previous practices -How Performance Level Descriptions are aligned with performance expectations when constructing items in Regents question clusters -Identify the difference between a PE’s five PLD levels -Determine the PLD level for each of the items in a question cluster from a recent ESS regents exam -Analyze how the language of the PLD is used in constructing each item -The use of AI to assist in constructing classroom and Regents-style assessments -In small groups collaboratively construct a Regents-style question cluster ***B.Y.O.D. (Bring Your Own Device)\nPLEASE VIEW FLYER FOR FULL DESCRIPTION!\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1H_gna8j4pgYHRCLQivVVo4UIYHgg7-Qq/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5293319
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LOCATION:JEA Alternative School\, 31 Lee Ave\, Wheatley Heights\, NY\, 11798-1837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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SUMMARY:Portrait of a Graduate: Effective Communication *IN PERSON* presented by Kira Nurieli / Harmony Strategies Group - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:A Full-Day Professional Learning Experience for Educators Offered by Harmony Strategies Group (HSG) / Facilitated by Kira Nurieli\, Founder & CEO The Portrait of a Graduate: Healthy Communication & Dialogue full-day program teaches educators the most important skills\, tools\, and approaches needed to foster effective\, healthy communication and dialogue in classrooms and schools. This professional learning experience equips educators to help students communicate in ways that are clear\, understandable\, respectful\, and impactful\, strengthening both connection and comprehension. Educators learn how to teach communication as a foundational life skill-one that enables students to express ideas with clarity\, listen to understand\, engage thoughtfully with others\, and transmit information in ways that reduce misunderstanding and build trust. The program emphasizes practical dialogue skills that support learning\, collaboration\, and meaningful engagement across academic\, social\, and civic contexts. This program supports the Effective Communicator competency by strengthening students’ ability to: -Transmit ideas clearly\, accurately\, and purposefully -Communicate in ways that foster understanding and connection -Engage in healthy dialogue with diverse audiences -Listen actively and respond thoughtfully to different perspectives -Navigate disagreement while maintaining clarity\, respect\, and focus For full description\, PLEASE VIEW FLYER. CLICK ON “MORE INFO” TAB. Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1-1/2 Consortium seats.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1si6J367aMIYlvvg_mYRa57ftbMjc2I3t/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5302162
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LOCATION:JEA Alternative School\, 31 Lee Ave\, Wheatley Heights\, NY\, 11798-1837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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