Frontline Education

1. 2025-2026 Statewide Itinerant Supervisor PLC

Program: Itinerant Services

Dates: 9/12/2025 to 6/5/2026

Monthly meetings to discuss current issues, network, share resources and best practices, and brainstorm ideas to improve Itinerant and Related Services within BOCES around the State.

2. Data-Based Decision-Making to Improve Student Performance Targeted Skills Group

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: District and school administrators, literacy specialists, school psychologists, interventionists, other school staff

Only open to invited schools- Edmeston, Morris and Schenevus

Dates: 9/24/2025 to 5/21/2026

Targeted Skills Groups will adopt a team structure that focuses on data-based decision-making, while using a tool/checklist to ensure fidelity of implementation, in order to improve the outcomes for all students.

3. 25-26 Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing CLC

Program: Itinerant Services

Dates: 9/25/2025 to 6/25/2026

This is a collaborative learning community in which teachers/providers from around the state can gather to network, build relationships, collaborate, share ideas, and educate each other in the upcoming trends and regulations of their field. Updates from the field will be shared and new content explored as it becomes available. A meeting link will be sent to registrants several days prior to the meeting. If you do not receive this information, please reach out to Kimberlea Curran

4. May 2026 SEAC Meeting

Program: Itinerant Services

Dates: 5/14/2026

Starting Soon

We are excited to offer another year of SEAC. This PD opportunity will focus on the following: - Light Up The Learning Brain Book study - Instructional Leadership - Using data for decision making - Creating and maintaining a welcoming and affirming environment - NYSED, BOCES, and RPC updates, announcements, and Round Table - Monthly PD opportunities We provide a quiet workspace from 8-8:30am for those who would like to arrive early and complete book study reading.

5. Annual School Librarian and Administrator Symposium and Principal's Academy

Program: School Library System

Audience: School Librarians & Administrators

Dates: 5/20/2026

School librarians and administrators will be learning and growing together while celebrating school libraries. Join us for a wonderful keynote speaker to kick off the day. Our keynote will be given by John Schu, famed author and school librarian, who will inspire in us the joy of libraries and the love of reading for ourselves and our students. After the keynote, there will be breakout sessions for Principal's Academy and separate breakout sessions for school librarians, then we'll join together for a celebratory lunch and award ceremony. We'll have a full day of celebrating all things school library!

6. Creating the IEP

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: General and special education teachers, psychologists, related services, and chairpersons. Administrators who
may be in a dual administrative role such as chairpersons or directors of special education

Dates: 5/20/2026

Participants will develop their understanding of the components of a quality IEP designed to
provide students with disabilities access to the general education curriculum.

7. Foundations of Effective Reading Instruction: Understanding the Science of Reading

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: Literacy Specialists; Special Education Teachers; General Education Teachers; School Psychologists; Principals

Dates: 5/28/2026

Participants will be able to:
-describe the current status of reading achievement of students in the United States and New York State;
-describe the gap between what is known about effective reading instruction and the implementation of effective reading instruction;
-identify theories of reading that are supported by research; and
list the skills that are essential for proficient reading and how to best teach those skills

8. Diploma and Credential Options for Students with Disabilities

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: General and Special Education Administrators, Special Education Teachers, School Counselors, School Psychologists and other Related Service Providers.

Dates: 5/28/2026

This training is designed to ensure that students with disabilities and their families are aware of the multiple pathways to graduate school with a diploma and exiting credentials.
1. Define Self-Determination
2. Discuss credit requirements for graduation
3. Discuss the multiple pathways to Regents diploma
4. Discuss appeal eligibility criteria
5. Discuss safety nets for students with disabilities
6. Discuss exiting credentials

9. Diploma and Credential Options for Students with Disabilities

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: General and Special Education Administrators, Special Education Teachers, School Counselors, School Psychologists and other Related Service Providers.

Dates: 5/28/2026

This training is designed to ensure that students with disabilities and their families are aware of the multiple pathways to graduate school with a diploma and exiting credentials.
1. Define Self-Determination
2. Discuss credit requirements for graduation
3. Discuss the multiple pathways to Regents diploma
4. Discuss appeal eligibility criteria
5. Discuss safety nets for students with disabilities
6. Discuss exiting credentials

10. AI After School-Google Gems

Program: Model Schools

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 5/28/2026

"This four-session professional development series introduces educators to practical AI tools designed to enhance productivity and streamline educational tasks. Offered monthly on the last Thursday from 3-4 PM via Zoom, participants will explore foundational AI prompting techniques and learn to leverage specific platforms including Magic School, NotebookLM, and Google Gems to create resources, transform content, and automate routine tasks.

Educators will learn to create and deploy custom Google Gems-personalized AI assistants designed to automate repetitive tasks and accelerate workflow completion across various educational responsibilities.

11. Model Schools Regional Meeting

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Audience: Teachers, Model Schools Representatives

Dates: 5/29/2026

Quarterly meeting to discuss statewide and regional technology updates and learn about emerging technology trends. Agenda to be determined based on time of year and participant need.

***ISSC Parking - Please use the back parking lot behind our building first. When at full capacity we may use the side and front lots. Please do not park in the spots directly against the backside of the building as these belong to the businesses. Thank you!***

12. Developing an Effective Student Exit Summary

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: General and special education teachers and administrators, school counselors, transition coordinators, agency staff, as well as students and families

Dates: 6/1/2026

This training contains information on the development and provision of an effective exit summary for students. It will cover both the traditional exit summary, and the exit summary provided with the Skills and Achievement Commencement Credential.

The goals of this training are to ensure participants will recognize and identify:
1. Analyze the importance of students' self-determination skills in making the SES a meaningful and relevant document
2. Learn the federal and state requirements for the SES
3. Recognize and identify the required components of the SES
Identify a process for the development and issuance of the SES that that is student-centered

13. Introduction to the Behavior Pathway

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: District and School level teams, General and Special Education teachers, paraprofessionals, and parents.

Dates: 6/2/2026

New

Participants will learn each of the components of
the Behavior Pathway to guide thinking that
leads to the understanding of the function of
behavior to promote desired behavior

14. June Principals Academy

Program: Principals' Academy

Audience: ONC BOCES component district Principals

Dates: 6/3/2026

The 2025-2026 Principals' Academy will provide building leaders across the region with monthly opportunities for professional learning, collaboration, and updates. This year's sessions will focus on:

*Book Study: The Next Conversation by Jefferson Fisher or Leaders Eat Last by Simon Sinek.

*Instructional Leadership: Exploring the Leadership Compass as our guiding theme for the year.

*Data-Driven Decision Making: Strengthening school improvement through effective use of data.

*School Culture: Creating and maintaining a welcoming and affirming environment for all students and staff.

*Curriculum and instruction: supporting the New York State Education Department initiatives on Portrait of a Graduate, literacy and numeracy.

*Instructional technology: How to use AI and support appropriate use of this in your school building.

*Special education: Supporting inclusive practices and compliance while meeting the needs of all learners.

*NYSED & BOCES Updates: Key announcements, resources, and a collaborative round table discussions.

We provide a quiet workspace from 8:00 - 8:30 a.m. for those who would like to arrive early and complete book study reading. Light breakfast refreshments, coffee/tea/water, and lunch are provided.

***ISSC Parking - Please use the back parking lot behind our building first. When at full capacity we may use the side and front lots. Please do not park in the spots directly against the backside of the building as these belong to the businesses. Thank you!***

15. Creating the IEP

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: General and special education teachers, psychologists, related services, and chairpersons. Administrators who
may be in a dual administrative role such as chairpersons or directors of special education

Dates: 6/17/2026

Participants will develop their understanding of the components of a quality IEP designed to
provide students with disabilities access to the general education curriculum.

16. Diverse Books Club: The Life and Crimes of Hoodie Rosen

Program: School Library System

Audience: School Librarians and High School Teachers and Administrators

Dates: 6/17/2026

Participants in our DEI Book Series will read The Life and Crimes of Hoodie Rosen by Isaac Blum. We will meet via Zoom on June 17, 2026 to discuss themes and resources for teaching in a classroom. A Zoom link will be sent to participants the day prior to meeting. Participants will be given a copy of the book.

17. TCIS Therapeutic Crisis Intervention for Schools One-Day Refresher Training

Program: TCI

Audience: Teachers and Staff who support Students in Crisis Situations in need of refresher to maintain TCIS certification

Dates: 6/22/2026

New

The Therapeutic Crisis Intervention for Schools (TCIS) system is an adaptation of the Therapeutic Crisis Intervention System (TCI). TCI and TCIS embody the same concepts, but TCIS uses language and scenarios specific to the needs of a school audience. TCIS is a trauma-informed system that provides school staff with safe, effective, and trauma sensitive skills to manage the emotional and behavioral challenges they encounter in their daily interactions with students.

TCIS recognizes the many challenges teachers and school staff face such as fluctuations in class size, staff shortages, ever-changing initiatives and regulations, children who live with complex trauma, and the diverse social economic conditions among school districts.

18. TCIS Therapeutic Crisis Intervention for Schools One-Day Refresher Training

Program: TCI

Audience: Teachers and Staff who support Students in Crisis Situations in need of refresher to maintain TCIS certification

Dates: 6/24/2026

New

The Therapeutic Crisis Intervention for Schools (TCIS) system is an adaptation of the Therapeutic Crisis Intervention System (TCI). TCI and TCIS embody the same concepts, but TCIS uses language and scenarios specific to the needs of a school audience. TCIS is a trauma-informed system that provides school staff with safe, effective, and trauma sensitive skills to manage the emotional and behavioral challenges they encounter in their daily interactions with students.

TCIS recognizes the many challenges teachers and school staff face such as fluctuations in class size, staff shortages, ever-changing initiatives and regulations, children who live with complex trauma, and the diverse social economic conditions among school districts.

19. TCIS Therapeutic Crisis Intervention for Schools One-Day Refresher Training

Program: TCI

Audience: Teachers and Staff who support Students in Crisis Situations in need of refresher to maintain TCIS certification

Dates: 6/25/2026

New

The Therapeutic Crisis Intervention for Schools (TCIS) system is an adaptation of the Therapeutic Crisis Intervention System (TCI). TCI and TCIS embody the same concepts, but TCIS uses language and scenarios specific to the needs of a school audience. TCIS is a trauma-informed system that provides school staff with safe, effective, and trauma sensitive skills to manage the emotional and behavioral challenges they encounter in their daily interactions with students.

TCIS recognizes the many challenges teachers and school staff face such as fluctuations in class size, staff shortages, ever-changing initiatives and regulations, children who live with complex trauma, and the diverse social economic conditions among school districts.

20. TCIS Therapeutic Crisis Intervention for Schools One-Day Refresher Training

Program: TCI

Audience: Teachers and Staff who support Students in Crisis Situations in need of refresher to maintain TCIS certification

Dates: 6/26/2026

New

The Therapeutic Crisis Intervention for Schools (TCIS) system is an adaptation of the Therapeutic Crisis Intervention System (TCI). TCI and TCIS embody the same concepts, but TCIS uses language and scenarios specific to the needs of a school audience. TCIS is a trauma-informed system that provides school staff with safe, effective, and trauma sensitive skills to manage the emotional and behavioral challenges they encounter in their daily interactions with students.

TCIS recognizes the many challenges teachers and school staff face such as fluctuations in class size, staff shortages, ever-changing initiatives and regulations, children who live with complex trauma, and the diverse social economic conditions among school districts.

21. Universal Screening: Best Practices in Screening for Academic Deficits (Asynchronous training from June 1st to June 26th)

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: Administrators, Literacy Specialists, School Psychologists, General Education Teachers, Special Education Teachers, any others interested in implementing universal screening

Dates: 6/26/2026

Self Paced

The purpose of this training is to provide participants with an overview of what universal screening is and how to
adopt this practice in their schools. At the conclusion of this training, participants should be able to:
1. Define universal screening
2. Describe the purpose of universal screening
3. Describe the features of a high-quality universal screening measure
4. Identify tools to guide them in selecting a universal screening measure
5. Describe ways in which data from a universal screening measure can be used

Credit will be given based on activities completed.

***Please ignore the date and time of this training. This is a self-paced asynchronous training open from June 1st to June 26th***

22. Book Study: Five Kinds of Nonfiction

Program: School Library System

Audience: Elementary and Middle School Librarians and Teachers

Dates: 7/7/2026 to 8/27/2026

New

Five Kinds of Nonfiction, by Marlene P. Correia and Melissa Stewart. When students understand the characteristics of the five categories, they can predict the type of information they're likely to find in a particular book and how that information will be presented. As a result, they can quickly and easily identify the best books for a particular purpose (early stages of research, later stages of research, mentor texts in writing workshop, etc.) as well as the kind of nonfiction books they enjoy reading most.

This virtual book study consists of five 1-hour Meetings throughout the summer.
Meeting dates: Tuesday, July 7, Tuesday July 21, Tuesday August 4, Tuesday August 18, Thursday August 27.
Time: 9:00-10:00am. Zoom link will be sent to registrants.

23. Schoology Training: How to use Schoology for your district 10AM

Program: Distance Learning

Audience: Educators and school staff using or supporting Schoology within their district.

Dates: 7/7/2026

New

This session provides an overview of Schoology and how it is used within your district. Participants will learn key features, navigation, and best practices for managing courses, accessing materials, and supporting student learning.

24. Schoology Training: How to use Schoology for your district 1PM

Program: Distance Learning

Audience: Educators and school staff using or supporting Schoology within their district.

Dates: 7/8/2026

New

This session provides an overview of Schoology and how it is used within your district. Participants will learn key features, navigation, and best practices for managing courses, accessing materials, and supporting student learning.

25. Assessment Essentials Part 1

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: General Education Teachers
Special Education Teachers
Related Service Providers
Administrator
School Psychologists

Dates: 7/13/2026

The Assessment Essentials Part 1 training package is the first in a two-part series of trainings based on assessment and provides participants with foundational knowledge vital for academic assessment. Participants will learn why academic assessments are an important and necessary tool for educational success, the language of academic assessment, the types of information assessments provide, and how to pick the right assessment for their students.

26. Zoom Training

Program: Distance Learning

Dates: 7/14/2026

New

Comprehensive training on Zoom and virtual meetings.

27. IMSE Orton-Gillingham Plus (OG+)

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 7/20/2026 to 7/24/2026

The IMSE Orton-Gillingham Plus (OG+) course and curriculum equips educators with the essential strategies, tools, and resources to teach foundational literacy skills effectively. Designed for seamless implementation across all Response to Intervention (RTI) tiers, OG+ provides explicit guidance on adjusting instructional scaffolds to support intervention, core instruction, and acceleration based on student needs. The curriculum also includes specialized resources to support English Learners, ensuring equitable access to effective literacy instruction. OG+ covers all critical components of structured literacy, including phonological awareness, phonics, word analysis, spelling, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, and writing. Embedded ongoing assessments allow educators to monitor student progress and make data-driven instructional decisions to meet the needs of all learners. The OG+ Curriculum provides daily lesson plans and structured routines for key literacy components, ensuring consistent and practical instruction. Educators have access to step-by-step guidance for phoneme blending and segmenting, word chaining, cumulative review, spelling, reading, vocabulary, and interactive read-alouds that focus on oral language and comprehension.

Orton Gillingham Plus Training- cost per participant is $1735, which includes all Kindergarten through 2nd grade materials.

Firm Deadline for registration is May 29th - no exceptions as we need to order the materials.

*** ISSC Parking - Please use the back parking lot behind our building first. When at full capacity we may use the side and front lots. Please do not park in the spots directly against the backside of the building as these belong to the businesses. Thank you!***

28. CPSE/CSE Chairperson Training Day 1-
Regulatory Foundation, Referral Process, Evaluation,
Eligibility Process

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: CPSE and/or CSE Chairpersons, Special Education Directors, Pupil Personnel Directors, Building Administrators,
School Psychologists, Special Education teachers

Dates: 7/20/2026

Module 1: Regulatory Foundation- federal and state regulations around special education
● Module 2: Referral Process- How students are identified for special education programs and services through the
referral process
● Module 3: Evaluation- What procedures need to be followed to evaluate a student with a potential disability
● Module 4: Eligibility Process- How to determine eligibility based on the evaluation and referral process

29. CPSE/CSE Chairperson Training Day 2-
IEP Development

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: CPSE and/or CSE Chairpersons, Special Education Directors, Pupil Personnel Directors, Building Administrators,
School Psychologists, Special Education teachers

Dates: 7/21/2026

Module 5: IEP Development-Addressing each area of the IEP and what is required for proper IEP development
● Evaluation Results
● Present Levels of Performance
● Measurable Post-Secondary Goals and Transition Needs
● Measurable Annual Goals
● Program and Testing Accommodations/Modifications
● Coordinated Set of Transition Activities
● Placement Decisions

30. CPSE/CSE Chairperson Training Day 3-
IEP Implementation, Annual Review, Reevaluation, How
to Run Effective Meetings

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: CPSE and/or CSE Chairpersons, Special Education Directors, Pupil Personnel Directors, Building Administrators,
School Psychologists, Special Education teachers

Dates: 7/23/2026

Module 6: IEP Implementation- How to ensure IEPs are being implemented as written across all service providers
and classrooms
● Module 7: Annual Review-Components of an Annual Review meeting
● Module 8: Reevaluation- Components of a Reevaluation meeting
● Module 9: How to Run Effective Meetings

31. CPSE/CSE Chairperson Training Day 4-
Preschool Special Education Process

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: CPSE and/or CSE Chairpersons, Special Education Directors, Pupil Personnel Directors, Building Administrators,
School Psychologists, Special Education teachers

Dates: 7/24/2026

Participants will gain a foundational understanding of the Committee on Preschool Special
Education (CPSE) and the roles and responsibilities of all parties.

32. Special Education for General Education Administrators

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: General Education Administrators

Dates: 7/27/2026

New

Participants will:
- Become familiar with Federal and State laws, regulations, and policies establishing the special education process.
- Identify intervention frameworks and instructional supports that impact the special education eligibility process.
- Understand their responsibilities in the Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE)/Committee on Special Education (CSE), and Individualized Education Program (IEP) processes.
- Learn about Least Restrictive Environment (LRE), specially designed instruction (SDI), classroom observations, and diploma and credential options for students with disabilities.
- Identify specific considerations for English language learners (ELLs) with or suspected of having disabilities.
- Describe discipline considerations for students with disabilities.

33. Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics: Research-Based Practices for Increasing Student Engagement and Learning

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 7/27/2026

New

Join us for a full-day session exploring Peter Liljedahl's Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics. This session will immerse participants in the BTC methodology while also unpacking the research-based practices that will help shift classrooms from passive learning spaces to active thinking environments. Through both doing mathematics, and examining the pedagogical practices behind them, participants will discover how simple changes can dramatically increase the number of students thinking, as well as the amount of time they spend thinking.

Participants will be able to:

1. Explain the research foundation behind each of the 14 BTC teaching practices and how traditional classroom practices work against student thinking.

2. Analyze the interconnections among the 14 teaching practices and understand why implementation sequence matters for successfully building a thinking classroom culture.

3. Develop a plan for implementing the first three macro-moves of Building Thinking Classrooms with understanding of the research supporting each practice.

**Written in collaboration with Artificial Intelligence**

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34. Building Better Writers: An Introduction to SRSD and Explicit Writing Instruction

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 7/28/2026

This hands-on workshop cuts through the noise and brings together the most powerful, research-proven frameworks in writing instruction today. Grounded in the Science of Writing, this entry-level session weaves together the complementary approaches of thinkSRSD/Releasing Writers (Dr. Leslie Laud), The Writing Revolution (Dr. Judith Hochman), and other cornerstone evidence-based strategies to give you a clear, cohesive picture of what explicit writing instruction looks like - from kindergarten through 12th grade. We'll explore how skilled writers think, plan, draft, and revise - and more importantly, how to teach those invisible processes explicitly, systematically, and with joy.

***ISSC Parking - Please use the back parking lot behind our building first. When at full capacity we may use the side and front lots. Please do not park in the spots directly against the backside of the building as these belong to the businesses. Thank you!***

35. Edmentum Training: Tools, Tips, and Time-Saving Strategies 10AM

Program: Distance Learning

Audience: Educators, counselors, and support staff using or supporting Edmentum Courseware.

Dates: 7/28/2026

New

Gain a deeper understanding of Edmentum Courseware through hands-on guidance, practical tips, and time-saving strategies that help you manage courses more efficiently and keep students on track.

36. Edmentum Training: Tools, Tips, and Time-Saving Strategies 1PM

Program: Distance Learning

Audience: Educators, counselors, and support staff using or supporting Edmentum Courseware.

Dates: 7/28/2026

New

Gain a deeper understanding of Edmentum Courseware through hands-on guidance, practical tips, and time-saving strategies that help you manage courses more efficiently and keep students on track.

37. IMSE's Orton-Gillingham Plus (OG+) 2025 Transition Support

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Audience: Teachers who have received IMSE's Comprehensive OG+ training (June 2022 - May 2025) and are transitioning

Dates: 7/29/2026

IMSE's Orton-Gillingham Plus (OG+) 2025 Transition Support is designed for districts with educators trained in IMSE's Comprehensive OG+ prior to June 2025 who are transitioning to IMSE's 2025 OG+ Teacher Guides (released in June 2025). This course provides guidance and support for implementing the updated processes and content included in the 2025 OG+ Fidelity Companion and Teacher Guides. This includes changes in core and intervention lesson components as well as additional features that are new in the 2025 OG+ materials. The course also covers updated OG+ assessments. Additionally, participants will learn about IMSE LAB, IMSE's online platform for lesson planning and assessment data.

The OG+ 2025 Transition Support Course is offered in three formats:

● asynchronous virtual
● live virtual
● live in person

COURSE IS FOR:

This course is appropriate for districts whose teachers have received IMSE's Comprehensive OG+ training (June 2022 - May 2025) and are transitioning to using IMSE's 2025 OG+ Teacher Guides (released in June 2025).

TOPICS INCLUDED:

● Phonological Awareness Intervention Support Section in Orton-Gillingham Plus Teacher Guide-Grade K
● Phonemic Awareness: Blending and Segmenting
● Word Chaining (Phoneme Manipulation)
● Orton-Gillingham Plus Fidelity Companion
● Error Correction Procedure (PIMS)
● Core and Intervention Processes
● Differentiation
● Syllable Division/Word Analysis Step-by-Step and Fast Track
● Cross-Linguistic Connections
● Sound Scenes (for kindergarten-level concepts)
● Fluency Routine
● Vocabulary Routine
● Interactive Read-Aloud Routine
● IMSE's Orton-Gillingham Plus Comprehension Framework
● IMSE LAB
● Differentiating Instruction
● Updated OG+ Assessments, including IMSE's Phonological Awareness Diagnostic Assessment

** Deadline to register is June 30th. **

38. Lead Evaluator New Leader Training

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Audience: Principals

Dates: 7/30/2026

This in-person session is our APPR Lead Evaluator Training for leaders who are new and will be observing teachers.

This training is for administrators who have not attended Lead Evaluator training in the past. Lunch will be provided.

39. Science of Reading for Administrators: The First Steps

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: Administrators

Dates: 7/31/2026

Asynchronous Training

This training helps administrators gain a greater understanding of what the Science of Reading has determined to be the foundational skills needed to become a proficient reader.  Participants will explore current instructional practices in reading and the impact they have on reading proficiency.  The training will also provide context for the importance of effective reading instruction and the impact that it has on equity for all students. To overcome equity barriers, school leaders need to support educators in utilizing systemic, explicit instruction to teach the skills supported by the science of reading.  This training also highlights ineffective practices and why those may not be working; this is intended to inform leadership support of teachers implementing research-based and effective reading instruction. ***Asynchronous- Training provided over the course of the month. Work at your own pace. Feedback is provided throughout or via Office Hours if requested. *** ***Please ignore the date and time of activity. This is an asynchronous on-line course. ***

40. AI for Leaders

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Audience: Principals, Superintendents

Dates: 7/31/2026

New

This full-day professional development provides administrators with an understanding of AI's impact on teaching and learning, grounded in analysis of the Brookings Institute's recent study. Through collaborative inquiry, case study analysis, and policy exploration, participants will develop practical strategies for leading their school communities through this rapidly evolving landscape. Leaders will leave with actionable next steps and a network of colleagues navigating similar challenges.

By the end of this session, participants will be able to: Analyze and apply key findings from current research on AI in education to make informed decisions about AI integration and policy in their buildings.

Evaluate existing AI policies and frameworks to identify essential components that address academic integrity, equity, and responsible student usage.

Apply structured protocols and decision-making frameworks to real-world scenarios involving student AI use, balancing innovation with educational integrity.

Develop concrete action steps for leading conversations about AI with teachers, students, and families in their school communities.

41. Lead Evaluator Refresher Training - AM Session

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Audience: Principals

Dates: 8/3/2026

This in-person session is our APPR Lead Evaluator Training for leaders who observe teachers. This training is for administrators who have attended Lead Evaluator training in the past.

42. Lead Evaluator Refresher Training - PM Session

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Audience: Principals

Dates: 8/3/2026

This in-person session is our APPR Lead Evaluator Training for leaders who observe teachers. This training is for administrators who have attended Lead Evaluator training in the past.

43. Zoom Training

Program: Distance Learning

Dates: 8/4/2026

New

Comprehensive training on Zoom and virtual meetings.

44. Assessment Essentials Part 2

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: General Education Teachers
Special Education Teachers
Related Service Providers
Administrator
School Psychologists

Dates: 8/4/2026

The Assessment Essentials Part 2: Curriculum-Based Measurement (CBM) training package is the second in a two-part series of trainings based on assessment and builds upon foundational assessment knowledge and skills learned in Assessment Essentials Part 1. This training focuses on one of the key assessment areas of reading and math skills: CBM. Participants will learn what CBM is, common skills CBM can evaluate, availability of CBM administration packages, the versatility of CBM, how to administer and score CBM, and how to interpret results.

45. Schoology Training: How to use Schoology for your district 10AM

Program: Distance Learning

Audience: Educators and school staff using or supporting Schoology within their district.

Dates: 8/4/2026

New

This session provides an overview of Schoology and how it is used within your district. Participants will learn key features, navigation, and best practices for managing courses, accessing materials, and supporting student learning.

46. Schoology Training: How to use Schoology for your district 1PM

Program: Distance Learning

Audience: Educators and school staff using or supporting Schoology within their district.

Dates: 8/4/2026

New

This session provides an overview of Schoology and how it is used within your district. Participants will learn key features, navigation, and best practices for managing courses, accessing materials, and supporting student learning.

47. Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) Mandated 6 Hour Certification Workshop (ONLINE)

Program: DASA

Audience: Any candidates applying for certification through NYSED, including educators with initial certification applying for professional certification

Dates: On-Going (Ends Aug 26, 2026)

New

The New York State Education Department (NYSED) Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) requires that candidates applying for certification, including educators with initial certification applying for professional certification, complete 6 hours of coursework or training on harassment, bullying, cyber bullying, and discrimination in schools [Article 2 Sections 10-18 of the Education Law]. This training also addresses microaggressions and social patterns of harassment, bullying, and discrimination.

This fully ASYNCHRONOUS workshop runs from August 5-26, 2026. Participants work at their own pace during this window, to complete all tasks and assignments by the course end date (August 26, 2026). The course is composed of seven learning sessions, including a "getting started" introduction and 6 modules consisting of recorded lectures, videos, readings, and activities. Participants will need access to a computer or device with internet access that will allow them to watch videos, view and complete documents in PDF format and Google Docs, complete Google Forms, and engage in online activities.

Registration ends on Monday, July 27, 2026. Payment must be received no later than Friday, July 31, 2026. Please mail your CHECK, PURCHASE ORDER or MONEY ORDER ONLY to:

ONC BOCES, Attn: Audra DeSilva, 7352 State Hwy 23, Suite 3, Oneonta, NY 13820. (Payable to: ONC BOCES)

The cost of the course is $25 for subscribed districts: Charlotte Valley CSD, Cooperstown CSD, Laurens CSD, Schenevus CSD, South Kortright CSD, Stamford CSD, and Worcester CSD.

There is a $100 fee for all others.

On Wednesday, August 5, all registered participants will receive an email providing instructions for accessing the course. Upon confirmation that all coursework was completed, ONC BOCES will report your completion to TEACH electronically. If you fail to complete the course by Wednesday, August 26, 2026, you will need to register and pay to retake the course during the next offering.

48. AI 101: Artificial Intelligence for the Classroom

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 8/5/2026

New

Discover how artificial intelligence can transform your teaching practice in this engaging half-day workshop designed specifically for teachers. You'll learn essential AI prompting techniques and explore education-focused platforms like MagicSchool and SchoolAI that can streamline lesson planning, differentiation, and assessment creation. The session also introduces practical productivity tools such as NotebookLM to help you synthesize research, organize resources, and work more efficiently. Leave with hands-on skills and ready-to-use strategies for integrating AI thoughtfully into your daily work.

**Written in collaboration with artificial intelligence.**

49. 3D Fabrication - Glowforge Laser Cutter

Program: School Library System

Audience: Librarians and Teachers in the ONC BOCES region

Dates: 8/10/2026

New

This workshop will train participants in the use of the Media Library Glowforge Laser Cutter.

The skills learned in this workshop can be easily applied to create a wide variety of fun and useful items.

50. Mini-Session: Navigating 4 Streaming Resources from School Library

Program: School Library System

Audience: Teachers and Librarians in ONC BOCES region

Dates: 8/11/2026

New

Detailed information on SWANK, MLPC, and others

51. Special Education for General Education Administrators

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: General Education Administrators

Dates: 8/11/2026

New

Participants will:
- Become familiar with Federal and State laws, regulations, and policies establishing the special education process.
- Identify intervention frameworks and instructional supports that impact the special education eligibility process.
- Understand their responsibilities in the Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE)/Committee on Special Education (CSE), and Individualized Education Program (IEP) processes.
- Learn about Least Restrictive Environment (LRE), specially designed instruction (SDI), classroom observations, and diploma and credential options for students with disabilities.
- Identify specific considerations for English language learners (ELLs) with or suspected of having disabilities.
- Describe discipline considerations for students with disabilities.

52. Mini-Session: Creating with Canva

Program: School Library System

Audience: School Librarians and Teachers

Dates: 8/11/2026

New

Enhance your design skills and create captivating educational materials with Canva. In this hands-on session, learn how to create posters, and interactive content for your library and classrooms as well as play with all of the AI features now in Canva. Whether you're designing engaging reading resources or promoting library events, this workshop will equip you with the skills you need to elevate your creativity. We will also look at Podcasting and Presentation options using Canva.

53. Edmentum Training: Tools, Tips, and Time-Saving Strategies 10AM

Program: Distance Learning

Audience: Educators, counselors, and support staff using or supporting Edmentum Courseware.

Dates: 8/18/2026

New

Gain a deeper understanding of Edmentum Courseware through hands-on guidance, practical tips, and time-saving strategies that help you manage courses more efficiently and keep students on track.

54. Edmentum Training: Tools, Tips, and Time-Saving Strategies 1PM

Program: Distance Learning

Audience: Educators, counselors, and support staff using or supporting Edmentum Courseware.

Dates: 8/18/2026

New

Gain a deeper understanding of Edmentum Courseware through hands-on guidance, practical tips, and time-saving strategies that help you manage courses more efficiently and keep students on track.

55. Elementary School Library Curriculum Re-visited

Program: School Library System

Audience: Elementary School Librarians

Dates: 8/19/2026

New

This collaborative workshop is designed to support elementary school librarians in reexamining and strengthening their instructional practices to meet evolving student needs. Participants will engage in an exchange of ideas focused on curriculum design, digital literacy, and meaningful integration of technology within the library setting. By the end of the session, attendees will leave with refreshed perspectives, practical resources, and actionable strategies to enhance their library curriculum and better support student learning in an increasingly digital world. School Library System will pay for attendance, please choose PO option.

What to Expect:
Peer Insights: Local librarians share proven lesson frameworks and library success stories.
Standards Integration: Learn to authentically embed ESIFC competencies, Computer Science (CS) and Digital Fluency (DF), and Media Literacy into your instruction.
Curated Resources: Explore high-quality external resources to bolster digital citizenship and media literacy.
Collaborative Format: A mix of expert presentations and facilitated group discussions ensures you learn from both speakers and peers.
Location: In Person - MVCC Campus, Utica NY
Time: 8:30-3pm
This workshop is in collaboration with OHM, MO & HFM BOCES

56. Diploma and Credential Options for Students with Disabilities (AM Session)

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: General and Special Education Administrators, Special Education Teachers, School Counselors, School Psychologists and other Related Service Providers.

Dates: 8/20/2026

New

This training is designed to ensure that students with disabilities and their families are aware of the multiple pathways to graduate school with a diploma and exiting credentials.
1. Define Self-Determination
2. Discuss credit requirements for graduation
3. Discuss the multiple pathways to Regents diploma
4. Discuss appeal eligibility criteria
5. Discuss safety nets for students with disabilities
6. Discuss exiting credentials

57. Lead Evaluator Refresher Training - AM Session

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Audience: Principals

Dates: 8/20/2026

This in-person session is our APPR Lead Evaluator Training for leaders who observe teachers. This training is for administrators who have attended Lead Evaluator training in the past.

58. What Does it Mean to be Culturally Responsive?

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: Any educator or staff member that works with students

Dates: 8/20/2026

As a result of this training, participants will be able to use the following tools to promote more equitable outcomes for students with disabilities. This by way of building their own capacity related to Culturally Responsive Teaching and the New York State Culturally Responsive-Sustaining Education Framework:
"CRT is not a set of 'best practices' but a practice that recognizes the mind-body connection involved in learning"
The teacher keeps in mind the social-emotional impact of living in a racialized society
The teacher recognizes student's use of cultural capital and tools (soft-wired)
The teacher responds "positively" (non-verbally and verbally)
The teacher is constructive (helpful) in facilitating learning by building on cultural tools

59. Diploma and Credential Options for Students with Disabilities (PM Session)

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: General and Special Education Administrators, Special Education Teachers, School Counselors, School Psychologists and other Related Service Providers.

Dates: 8/20/2026

New

This training is designed to ensure that students with disabilities and their families are aware of the multiple pathways to graduate school with a diploma and exiting credentials.
1. Define Self-Determination
2. Discuss credit requirements for graduation
3. Discuss the multiple pathways to Regents diploma
4. Discuss appeal eligibility criteria
5. Discuss safety nets for students with disabilities
6. Discuss exiting credentials

60. Lead Evaluator Refresher Training - PM Session

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Audience: Principals

Dates: 8/20/2026

This in-person session is our APPR Lead Evaluator Training for leaders who observe teachers. This training is for administrators who have attended Lead Evaluator training in the past.

61. Lead Evaluator New Leader Training

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Audience: Principals

Dates: 8/21/2026

This in-person session is our APPR Lead Evaluator Training for leaders who are new and will be observing teachers.

This training is for administrators who have not attended Lead Evaluator training in the past. Lunch will be provided.

62. Distance Learning Faculty Training

Program: Distance Learning

Audience: Distance Learning Teachers

Dates: 8/24/2026 to 8/28/2026

New

For teachers that are teaching courses to other school districts. Policies, guidelines, best practices, and technology will be reviewed.

63. Zoom Training

Program: Distance Learning

Dates: 8/25/2026

New

Comprehensive training on Zoom and virtual meetings.

64. Training for New Dignity Act Coordinators

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Audience: Principals, Guidance Counselors, Staff acting as Dignity Act Coordinators

Dates: 8/25/2026

New

*PLEASE BE AWARE THIS IS NOT THE 6 - HOUR REQUIRED TRAINING FOR CERTIFICATION*

This training is designed for NEW Dignity Act Coordinators, and addresses the following topics:

- Overview/requirements of the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA)
- Roles and Responsibilities of the Dignity Act Coordinator
- Definitions and differences - misconduct vs. bullying/harassment
- Prevention and intervention strategies
- Tips for conducting Investigations
- Impact and importance of school culture to create a welcoming and affirming environment

Coffee, tea and water will be available.

Registration ends Wednesday, August 19th.

**No fee for employees of: Charlotte Valley CSD, Cooperstown CSD, Laurens CSD, Schenevus CSD, Stamford CSD, South Kortright CSD, Worcester CSD.

There is a $150 fee for employees of all other component districts of the ONC BOCES region.

***ISSC Parking - Please use the back parking lot behind our building first. When at full capacity we may use the side and front lots. Please do not park in the spots directly against the backside of the building as these belong to the businesses. Thank you!***

65. Teacher Mentor Training

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 8/26/2026

New

Participants will receive training designed to prepare them for the role of mentor in their school districts. Topics include:

- Mentor requirements per 100.2(dd) of the NYSED Commissioner of Education Regulations
- The role of a mentor, including supervision vs. evaluation
- Tools and resources to facilitate an effective mentoring relationship, including a) an overview of adult learning theory; b) generational differences to consider; and c) effective feedback practices
- Considerations for guiding your mentee to develop relationships with students, families and colleagues

Coffee, tea, water and light snacks are provided at our workshops. Participants will have a one-hour lunch break (on their own).

***ISSC Parking - Please use the back parking lot behind our building first. When at full capacity we may use the side and front lots. Please do not park in the spots directly against the backside of the building as these belong to the businesses. Thank you!***

66. Foundations of Effective Reading Instruction: Understanding the Science of Reading

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: Literacy Specialists; Special Education Teachers; General Education Teachers; School Psychologists; Principals

Dates: 8/31/2026

Asynchronous training through a shared Google Drive. Participants will be able to:
-describe the current status of reading achievement of students in the United States and New York State;
-describe the gap between what is known about effective reading instruction and the implementation of effective reading instruction;
-identify theories of reading that are supported by research; and
list the skills that are essential for proficient reading and how to best teach those skills

Credit will be given based on activities completed.

*** Asynchronous Training Provided over the course of the month. Work at your own pace. Feedback is provided throughout or via office hours if requested. *** Please ignore the date and time of activity. This is asynchronous on-line course.

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