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1. EDU 5216.01 -Cultural Perspectives for Educators

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 5/26/2026 to 6/26/2026

Utilize basic anthropological, psychological and historical principles for understanding cultural problems faced by non-native learners of English. Investigate the cultural background of various communities represented in New York State including selected Asian, Mediterranean and Spanish-speaking societies. Field experience required. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 15

2. EDAD 5050.01 School Finance

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 5/26/2026 to 6/26/2026

This seminar will involve other district leaders in the field who will address current workplace challenges related to resource allocation and fiscal accountability. Emphasis will be placed on developing sound business practices and policies that are consistently applied throughout the district. Emphasis will be placed on involving and empowering all school and district leaders in the creation and monitoring of the district finances and resources to support effective and equitable use of time, money and human resources. Other related areas of concentration will include negotiating and collective bargaining, facilities management, and management of transportation, food services and purchasing. Case study analysis will provide a primary tool to support fiscal accountability and ethical decision making. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 15

3. EDU 5088.01 Introduction to Students with Learning and Behavior Problems

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 5/26/2026 to 6/26/2026

This course will provide an introduction to the field of learning disabilities and behavior disorders for classroom teachers in both regular and special education. We will identify the social, emotional, and learning characteristics of children having been identified with behavior disorders, neurological impairment, and learning disabilities. A developmental focus, involving both biological and experiential underpinnings of the disorders will further be discussed in order to understand the multiplicity of factors which give rise to the problems children manifest. As a result of the high comorbidity (co-occurrence) of problems of perception, language, attention, and motivation, and behavior, these will be identified when they relate to the specific disorders. They will not be covered as specific disorders in themselves. In addition, we will consider effective instructional methods for these students as well as relevant behavioral interventions. Goals and objectives, as well as the instructional strategies employed in teaching will be incorporated in the individual education plans (IEP/IFSP) for individuals demonstrating these problems. Required Text: "Children and adolescents with emotional and behavioral disorders”, Austin, V. L. & Sciarra, D. T. (2010). Upper Saddle River, NJ.A: Pearson. Requires 12 hours observation. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 25

4. EDU 5387.01 Fundamentals of Middle Childhood Education

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 5/26/2026 to 6/26/2026

This course will focus on the sociological and academic factors that have resulted in the creation of the modern middle school concept. The course will emphasize how active learning, team structures, and lesson design can support the social, emotional and intellectual development of students in the middle grades. We will develop strategies for motivation, instruction, assessment, and classroom management. We will also explore how to create a collaborative environment among students, colleagues, and parents and examine the effects of state standards and mandated testing. Students are expected to be active participants in the conception and creation of lessons. Field experience required. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 10

5. EDU 5217-01 Working with Parents in Inclusive Schools

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 5/26/2026 to 6/26/2026

This on campus course will develop strategies for more effective parent involvement in school programs. The focus will be on the particular needs and concerns of the parents of students with disabilities and will address broader parent involvement issues such as home/school communication and parent involvement. Field experience required. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 20

6. EDU 5298.03 Early Child Inclusive Strategy

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 7/6/2026 to 8/7/2026

This course will explore historical antecedents to early childhood education and trace their influences on contemporary inclusive classrooms. This course will examine instructional programs and practices to include classroom management techniques, designed to provide a challenging learning environment to children with diverse learning characteristics. The course will address the special needs of ELLs and children from different cultural settings. Collaborative models will be discussed. An Individual Family Service Plan will be designed. Field experience required. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 5

7. EDU 5344.01 Child Development and Learning

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 7/6/2026 to 8/7/2026

Learn about the developmental milestones of childhood and adolescence. Explore ways in which the cognitive, emotional/ social, motor and linguistic aspects of student development influence the curricular and instructional choices that teachers make. Satisfies prerequisite requirement. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 5

8. EDU 5630.02 Multisensory Structured Literacy Instruction 1

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 7/6/2026 to 7/10/2026

This course is offered through the Rose Institute for Learning and Literacy. Multisensory Structured Literacy Instruction 1 introduces participants to the fundamental elements of an Orton-Gillingham based approach characterized by explicit teaching of foundational literacy skills. The course includes an introduction to phonology and basic phonics, and focuses on instruction to promote fluency, vocabulary acquisition, and an understanding of the structure of the language. The content includes information on dyslexia and language-based learning disabilities, strategies for multisensory instruction, using assessment results for small/large group lessons, and planning an Orton-Gillingham lesson. The scientifically-based methodology is explicit, interactive, diagnostic, multisensory, and integrated. The course is designed for general and special-education teachers, administrators, curriculum specialists, and speech and reading specialists, and is recommended for instructional assistants and tutors. Field experience required. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 10

9. EDAD 5009.01 Data Research Tech School Leaders

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 7/6/2026 to 8/7/2026

This course strives to prepare current/prospective K-12 administrators to use information technologies effectively and efficiently in order to support student learning and professional productivity. This hands-on course is designed to move participants from theory to practice and to assist them in the application of technology skills and knowledge that will support the needs of their current school communities and future leadership settings. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 15

10. EDU 5026.01 Literacy in the Content Areas

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 7/6/2026 to 8/7/2026

Learn to build literacy skills in different content areas, developing strategies based on current theory and practice in teaching listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Candidates acquire an integrated and balanced approach for improving students' literacy development at the elementary, middle, and high school levels. Field experience required. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 10

11. EDU 5085.01 PK-12 Special Ed Cert Instructional Strategies

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 7/6/2026 to 8/7/2026

This course will provide multiple strategies and approaches for use with students with exceptional learning needs (ELNs), as well as those for who are English as a New Language Learners (ENLs) in a PK-12 setting. The readings and discussions will center on topics such as creating an environment for success, differentiated instructional techniques, multiple intelligences, modifications and accommodations, working effectively with students from diverse linguistic and cultural milieus, and new approaches in the implementation of Inclusion, Response to Intervention, Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports, and Common Core Standards. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 8

12. EDU 5108.01 Childhood Science Methods

Location: Manhattanville University (Purchase, NY)

Dates: 7/6/2026 to 8/7/2026

This course is designed to provide an overview of the field of special education. The objectives are to make the teacher-candidate more aware of federal and state special education laws which provide for the identification of individuals with disabilities, the process of determining entitlements to special education services, and the models of teaching that provide for educating the child in the least restrictive environment (LRE) under the umbrella of IDEA and NCLB. The importance of inclusive education and the use of Response to Intervention (RtI) are also addressed. The course provides an overview of theories, diagnostic procedures, and remedial teaching strategies which address students with the broad spectrum of ELNs including: learning disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, physical disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, intellectual disabilities, other health impaired, and low incidence disabilities (deaf/hearing impaired, blind/visually impaired). Field experience in diverse settings is an integral component of the course in order to assist the course participant in linking the classroom didactic with life experiences in the schools and agencies providing education and intervention. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 10

13. EDU 5207.01 Testing & Evaluation in Second Language

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 7/6/2026 to 8/7/2026

In this course we will explore recent developments in both standardized and classroom testing and evaluation for both foreign languages and English as a Second Language. Topics will include Standards and oral proficiency testing, alternative assessment, including rubrics, informal assessment and classroom test design, among others. Field experience required. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 7

14. EDU 5274.01/Methods Teaching Literacy II

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 7/6/2026 to 8/7/2026

The second part of Literacy Methods course that provides an understanding of research-based best practices in literacy instruction. Apply strategies and materials used in a comprehensive, balanced literacy program. Examine models of thematic units that integrate literacy with content areas. Construct a unit of study that demonstrates the ability to evaluate and select strategies that integrate a variety of texts across disciplines to meet the needs of diverse learners. Field experience required. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 15

15. EDU 5274.02 Methods Teaching Literacy II

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 7/6/2026 to 8/7/2026

The second part of Literacy Methods course that provides an understanding of research-based best practices in literacy instruction. Apply strategies and materials used in a comprehensive, balanced literacy program. Examine models of thematic units that integrate literacy with content areas. Construct a unit of study that demonstrates the ability to evaluate and select strategies that integrate a variety of texts across disciplines to meet the needs of diverse learners. Field experience required. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 15

16. Social Emotional Learning: A Strategic Approach - 3 Inservice Credits

Location: North Rockland High School (North Rockland HS, )

Dates: 7/7/2026 to 8/25/2026

Learning is a social and emotional act. From early childhood education to the high school level, rigorous learning requires the formation and maintenance of relationships. However, we cannot expect teachers to add more content or adjust curriculum maps to add "more.” Therefore, no matter the grade level, participants will be able to develop social emotional learning strategies to embed in their current teaching assignments. Participants will work closely on the work developed by Nancy Frey, Douglas Fisher, and Dominique Smith. We will examine and implement the five-part model of Social Emotional Learning. Required Text: "All Learning Is Social and Emotional: Helping Students Develop Essential Skills for the Classroom and Beyond", by Nancy Frey, Douglas Fisher, Dominique Smith, 2018. Offered through the Rockland/Westchester Teacher Center Institute.
  • Max Class Size: 60

17. Book Besties Book Club on 7/28/26 on ZOOM (NOT FOR CTLE OR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT)

Location: ZOOM AT HOME (ZOOM, NY)

Dates: 7/28/2026

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Join us for a discussion of the book The Women on Platform Two by Laura Anthony. Please join us in an interesting and thought provoking discussion on Zoom. To receive the summary and the questions in a timely manner, please register by 7/22.
  • Max Class Size: 15

18. EDU-5654 Expository Writing Instruction (1 Credits)

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 8/1/2026 to 12/31/2026

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This course will enable candidates to directly and explicitly teach students how to write sentences and expository paragraphs. Course content includes an introduction to the goals and purposes of expository writing and will include how to use a variety of outlines designed to strengthen the writing process as well as how to assess student writing. This course is designed for general and special education teachers and those seeking to add to their private practice. Specifically, this level of instruction is designed to allow candidates to work with students who have dyslexia or a language-based learning difference. Readings/assignments will require the student to reflect upon what they have learned. Strategies to implement the reading-writing connection from the earliest grades throughout high school are covered in order for teachers to expand student knowledge and skills. Research has shown that the connections of reading and writing can be successfully exploited, allowing for the enhancement of literacy learning. (Graham, S., MacArthur, C. A., & Fitzgerald, J. (2019)., Graham & Hebert, 2010; Tierney & Shanahan, 1991). As a candidate progresses through the course, they will be expected to teach the concepts learned in class. Students need to analyze, synthesize and summarize texts. Paraphrasing and notetaking will be included as part of the outlining and composition processes. cience-aligned writing instruction. This course addresses Knowledge and Practice Standards for Teachers of Reading set forth by the International Dyslexia Association. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 8

19. Book Study - Rebuilding Students' Learning Power: Teaching for Instructional Equity and Cognitive Justice by Zaretta Hammond, August 3 - August 30, 2026 (EWTC)

Audience: Pre K-12 Educators from All Content Areas, K-12 Classroom Teachers, Literacy Coordinators & Coaches, Administrators, K-12 Interventionists, K-12 Special Education Teachers & Support Staff

Dates: 8/3/2026 to 8/30/2026

Location: Online/Asynchronous

This Free book study is only open to consortium members. This course is centered around the book "Rebuilding Students' Learning Power: Teaching for Instructional Equity and Cognitive Justice” by Zaretta Hammond. Participants will explore how educators can intentionally rebuild students' learning power by applying the principles of instructional equity and cognitive justice. Grounded in Zaretta Hammond's Ready for Rigor framework, participants examine how to move students from dependent learning behaviors toward greater cognitive independence, equipping them with the skills, strategies, and mindset needed to become powerful, self-directed learners. Special attention is given to closing the knowing-doing gap: helping students not only acquire knowledge but also apply it, transfer it, and use it flexibly in new contexts. While reading "Culturally Responsive Teaching & the Brain: Promoting Authentic Engagement and Rigor Among Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Students” by Zaretta Hammond is not required, it is highly recommended. This text provides a deeper foundation in the neuroscience and cultural frameworks that underpin the Ready for Rigor model. Engaging with this previously published book by Zaretta Hammond can enhance participants' ability to apply course concepts with greater clarity, intentionality, and impact.Participants must purchase the book Rebuilding Students' Learning Power: Teaching for Instructional Equity and Cognitive Justice by Zaretta Hammond prior to the commencement of the course..
  • Max Class Size: 25

20. Hybrid: Book Study: Recent Children's Literature Award Winners 2026, August 3-16, 2026 (WTCI)

Audience: Educators or support staff who work with students in grades preK-12

Dates: 8/3/2026 to 8/16/2026

Location: Greenburgh Public Library 300 Tarrytown Rd.

Participants in this hybrid course will be asked to read and discuss various pieces of youth literature that are recent American Library Association (ALA) award winners. We will explore the Jane Addams Peace Awards and the Walter Awards from We Need Diverse Books. Throughout the class, we will discuss the various literature pieces and identify ways to incorporate these titles into classrooms or curricula. Participants will explore picture books, non-fiction texts, middle grade novels, and graphic novels. Please ensure you have access to these resources through your school, public, or virtual libraries. By the end of this course, you will have developed strategies for effectively integrating these books into your curriculum. There will be TWO MANDATORY IN-PERSON MEETINGS on Wednesday, August 5 and Thursday, August 6 from 10:00am - 2:30pm at the Greenburgh Public Library. Please Note: The institute cannot refund a participants once the class has commenced. PLEASE NOTE: THE INSTITUTE CANNOT REFUND A PARTICIPANT ONCE THE CLASS HAS COMMENCED.
  • Max Class Size: 15

21. Online: Book Study: Just Tell Them by Zach Groshell, August 3- August 17, 2026 (EWTC)

Audience: PK - 12 Teachers

Dates: 8/3/2026 to 8/17/2026

Location: Asynchronous

This Free class is only open to consortium members. In this 15-hour, online asynchronous course, participants will engage in a practical and in-depth study of Just Tell Them by Zach Groshell. Throughout the course, teachers will explore how clear, intentional, and interactive explanations can meaningfully improve student understanding. Across six modules, participants will examine Groshell's core principles, including capturing students' undivided attention, delivering purposeful explanations, using visuals effectively, modeling with examples, promoting active student responses, and gradually releasing responsibility. By the end of the course, teachers will have developed a toolkit of research-aligned, explicit teaching strategies that support all learners. Participants must purchase the book Just Tell Them by Zach Groshell prior to the commencement of the course..
  • Max Class Size: 25

22. Online: Inclusive Teaching: Strategies for Differentiation in Diverse Classrooms, August 3 - August 30, 2026 (EWTC)

Audience: Educators in grades PK-12

Dates: 8/3/2026 to 8/30/2026

Location: Asynchronous

This Free class is only open to consortium members. This course will provide participants with the information needed to create inclusive learning environments by exploring the principles and practices of differentiation. Participants will gain a deep understanding of differentiation, dispelling misconceptions and practical strategies. The sessions cover a diverse range of tools, including flexible grouping, tiered assignments, choice menus, and tech tools, providing educators with a versatile toolkit to cater to varied learning styles. The course underscores the essential connection between Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and differentiation, encouraging seamless integration into instructional practices. At the conclusion of the course, participants will possess both a comprehensive understanding of differentiation and practical skills to effectively implement these strategies in their classrooms.
  • Max Class Size: 25

23. Online: Kick off the Year with New Strategies, Improved Lesson Plans and Technology, August 3 - August 30, 2026 (WTCI)

Audience: Grades K-12

Dates: 8/3/2026 to 8/30/2026

Location: Online Only

Starting out a new school is always an exciting time " full of promise, new ideas and innovative strategies. In this online course, we will explore effective planning and organization strategies for the new school year. We will look at a variety of websites that can assist you in setting up, planning and transforming your classroom into places where differentiated, social emotional learning can take place. Parent and community involvement and technology integration are all essential components for setting the tone for the school year and will also be explored. At the end of this course, you will have the tools you need to begin the new school year with new and innovate ideas to enhance student learning. PLEASE NOTE: The institute cannot refund a participant once the class has commenced.
  • Max Class Size: 20

24. Online: Supporting Multilingual Learners: Instructional Strategies Across the Curriculum, August 3 - August 30, 2026 (WTCI)

Dates: 8/3/2026 to 8/30/2026

Location: Asynchronous

Multilingual learners bring valuable linguistic and cultural assets to the classroom. However, educators across all subject areas must be equipped with effective instructional strategies that support language development while maintaining rigorous academic expectations. This course explores practical approaches for supporting multilingual learners across content areas. Participants will examine strategies for scaffolding academic language, designing accessible learning tasks, and building inclusive classroom environments that support both language development and academic success. Through readings, case studies, collaborative discussions, and instructional planning activities, educators will explore methods for supporting multilingual learners in mathematics, science, social studies, and literacy instruction. Participants will also examine ways to strengthen partnerships with multilingual families and incorporate culturally responsive instructional practices that affirm students' identities and experiences. These strategies support multilingual learners in accessing rigorous academic content, participating confidently in classroom discussions, and demonstrating their understanding through meaningful academic tasks. PLEASE NOTE: The institute cannot refund a participant once the class has commenced.
  • Max Class Size: 30

25. Online: Teaching the Exceptional Child: An Introduction to Special Education, August 3 - August 30, 2026 (EWTC)

Audience: Teachers in grades K-12

Dates: 8/3/2026 to 8/30/2026

Location: Asynchronous

This Free class is only open to consortium members. This course is designed for all teachers in the general education setting (K-12) who wish to gain an overview of the special education process. Teaching the Exceptional Child: An Introduction to Special Education was developed with the general education teacher in mind who is looking for an understanding of how to best support the varied learning abilities in one classroom. By the end of this course, participants will be able to navigate through an Individualized Education Plan (IEP), understand their role in a Committee of Special Education (CSE) meeting, describe the history of Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA), identify and dive deeply into the 13 classifications of disabilities, all while collaboratively evaluating scenarios to best educate the exceptional child.
  • Max Class Size: 25

26. Online: The Key to Conversation, Comprehension, and Assessment, August 3 - August 30, 2026 (WTCI)

Audience: All Educators

Dates: 8/3/2026 to 8/30/2026

Location: Online

This course, which is a compilation of teaching strategies, comprehension techniques, and assessment practices, will introduce participants to learning through intentional lesson planning. We will begin the course by learning how to build conversations and create a safe environment where students are able to take risks and contribute to classroom conversations. In order to build comprehension, we will look at the course objectives and decide what we want the students to take away from the experience. We will explore the use of classroom questioning (and follow up) strategies, fiction and non- fiction book talks and design curriculum wide hands-on activities to improve student participation and comprehension. Exploring a variety of assessment strategies is a key part of the process. By implementing a backward design lesson plan, teachers can focus on the goals they hope to achieve, making their classroom time more intentional and their lesson plans more effective in the production of the desired result. The strategies and tools explored in this class can be applied to any curriculum and will enhance your current classroom tools. PLEASE NOTE: The institute cannot refund a participant once the class has commenced.
  • Max Class Size: 20

27. Online: The Magic of AI and Problem Based Learning (PBL), August 3 - August 30, 2026 (WTCI)

Audience: Educators in grades K - 12

Dates: 8/3/2026 to 8/30/2026

Location: Asynchronous/Online

Course participants will learn how to use Magic School AI to create PBL lessons that are meaningful to our students. We will discover how AI can revolutionize teaching and learning, specifically in creating PBL lessons that are aligned with our students' needs. We will explore AI principles, learn strategies for incorporating these technologies into the classroom, and master techniques for enhancing student engagement and critical thinking. As we dive into Project-Based Learning with AI integration, we will be able to foster collaboration and real-world problem-solving skills among students. At the end of this course, educators will have a PBL lesson tailored to the needs of their students which can be implemented into their current learning environments. PLEASE NOTE: The institute cannot refund a participant once the class has commenced.
  • Max Class Size: 15

28. Online: Book Study - The Teacher's Guide to Self Care by Sarah Frost, August 3 - August 17 (EWTC)

Audience: Grades Pre K-12 Educators

Dates: 8/3/2026 to 8/17/2026

Location: Asynchronous

This Free class is only open to consortium members. In this book study, participants will examine how they can build resilience and reclaim their peace in and outside of the classroom. We will take a close look at the causes of teacher burnout, as well as remedies to counteract the rigorous demands of the profession. Participants must purchase Sarah Frost's book, The Teacher's Guide to Self-Care; Build Resilience, Avoid Burnout, and Bring a Happier and Healthier You to the Classroom. We will discuss her strategies to become happier and healthier through creating Self Care Calendars, positive affirmations, meditation, and how these, and other strategies, can be applied in and out of the classroom. The Teacher's Guide to Self-Care will help you create the self-care routines you need for a sustainable career, leaving the teacher-martyr complex behind and embrace a lifestyle that includes taking care of yourself, while continuing to make a difference in the world. Participants must purchase the book The Teacher's Guide to Self Care by Sarah Frost
  • Max Class Size: 25

29. Online: Integrating Games in the Classroom to Build Literacy Skills and Social Emotional Learning, August 3 - August 17, 2026 (EWTC)

Audience: Grades 1–8 educators, including Reading, Writing, Special Education, ENL, and Guidance Counselors

Dates: 8/3/2026 to 8/17/2026

Location: Asynchronous

This Free class is only open to consortium members. Looking for new ways to engage students and strengthen both literacy and social-emotional learning? This dynamic online course invites educators to explore how game-based learning can transform classroom instruction and foster inclusivity for all learners. Through interactive examples and practical applications, participants will discover how thoughtfully designed games, both digital and hands-on, can increase motivation, deepen comprehension, and promote collaboration and critical thinking. The course will highlight strategies for using games to support students with diverse learning profiles, including those in Special Education and ENL programs. By the end of the course, participants will understand the benefits of game-based learning, curate a personalized toolkit of literacy games aligned with curriculum goals, and design lesson plans that integrate games to build literacy skills and social-emotional growth throughout the school year.
  • Max Class Size: 20

30. Online: Student Engagement and Brain-Boosting Strategies, August 3 - August 30, 2026 (WTCI)

Audience: Educators in grades K - 12

Dates: 8/3/2026 to 8/30/2026

Location: Asynchronous/Online

Engage your students in meaningful learning experiences with practical, research-based strategies to boost memory retention and active participation. In this course, participants will explore effective methods for increasing student engagement through active learning techniques, motivation strategies, and classroom design. You will acquire hands-on experience with tools and activities that promote student-centered learning, track engagement, and foster a supportive environment. By the end of the course, you'll have a number of strategies to enhance student interaction and retention in your classroom. This class is perfect for educators looking to create dynamic, impactful lessons for their students. PLEASE NOTE: The institute cannot refund a participant once the class has commenced.
  • Max Class Size: 15

31. Online: The AI-Powered Classroom: Reclaiming Your Prep Time with Gemini, August 3 - August 17, 2026 (EWTC)

Audience: K-12 Classroom Teachers who use Google for Education

Dates: 8/3/2026 to 8/17/2026

Location: Asynchronous/Online

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This Free class is only open to consortium members. In this online asynchronous course, you'll reimagine Google Classroom as more than a digital filing cabinet-turning it into a powerful teaching assistant. With a hands-on approach, you'll learn how to use Gemini's built-in integration to develop differentiated assignments, create interactive choice boards, and quickly generate custom instructional visuals. Participants will generate proficiency by drafting rubric-aligned assignments, creating multimodal and visual instructional assets and utilizing data driven insights to differentiate instruction. By the end of the course, you will have redesigned your units and lessons.
  • Max Class Size: 20

32. EDPD 5013.01 - Digital Tools to Support Meaningful Learning

Location: North Rockland High School (North Rockland HS, )

Dates: 8/3/2026 to 8/15/2026

Educators and support staff will become experts on using digital tools to communicate, create, collaborate and assess students. Participants will gain an understanding of Internet tools to create online resources, screencasting, assessments, online portfolios, communication options for students and parents, and how to maximize the learning environment to reach students through different learning mediums. No textbook is required for this course. Critical reading of assigned articles and supplementary materials are embedded throughout the course. If you are taking this course for Graduate Credit, participants must register with Manhattanville through Instant Enrollment. Email Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org for more information.
  • Max Class Size: 35

33. Inquiry- based Learning- 3 Inservice Credits

Location: North Rockland High School (North Rockland HS, )

Dates: 8/5/2026 to 8/31/2026

Inquiry-based learning is a teaching method where students actively engage in learning by asking their own questions, researching to find answers, and constructing knowledge through exploration and investigation, rather than passively receiving information from a teacher; it encourages critical thinking, problem-solving, and deep understanding of a topic by focusing on student-driven inquiry and questioning. In this course, participants will work closely with the professor and other colleagues to examine, develop and implement the phases of an inquiry based model. Required Text Portnoy, Lindsey. (2019) Designed to Learn: Using Design Thinking to Bring Purpose and Passion to the Classroom's: Alexandria, VA. Offered through the Rockland/Westchester Teacher Center Institute.
  • Max Class Size: 60

34. Wednesday Readers Book Club on Wednesday, 8/19 at 10:00 at CITY LINE CAFE,NEW CITY, (NOT FOR CTLE OR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT)

Location: ZOOM AT HOME (ZOOM, NY)

Dates: 8/19/2026

New
Join us for a discussion of the book The House of Spirits by Isabel Allende on Wednesday, August 19 at 10:00 AM at City Line, New City Join us for an interesting and thoughtful discussion. To receive the summary and the questions in a timely manner, please register by 8/10.
  • Max Class Size: 15

35. Book Besties Book Club on 8/25/26 on ZOOM (NOT FOR CTLE OR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT)

Location: ZOOM AT HOME (ZOOM, NY)

Dates: 8/25/2026

New
Join us for a discussion of the book The Names by Florence Knapp. Please join us in an interesting and thought provoking discussion on Zoom. To receive the summary and the questions in a timely manner, please register by 8/19.
  • Max Class Size: 15

36. EDAD 5210.01/Ethically and Socially Responsible Supervision

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 8/31/2026 to 12/19/2026

Examines the foundations of essential teaching components to provide the basis of effective teacher supervision. The course presents multiple opportunities to view excellent instructional practices and to identify components of successful classrooms. Students will observe classroom teachers and apply their knowledge of these instructional practices to the process of observation and supervision. Students will be engaged in simulated challenging teacher conversations designed to improve the mediocre teacher. This class recognizes the observation and supervision of English Language Learners, Special Needs and Pre-K programs. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 10

37. EDAD 5000.01 Schools as Learning Organizations

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 8/31/2026 to 12/18/2026

This course introduces the basic vision of the MPS program: to develop in participants the ability to view schools and school districts as systems that have the capacity to become Learning Organizations. Researcher Peter Senge's five disciplines (systems thinking, personal mastery, mental models, shared vision, and team learning) are explored in depth with practical applications for participants organizational contexts. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110 before registering. Additional college tuition will be incurred. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment.
  • Max Class Size: 12

38. EDAD 5220.01 School Law

Location: Manhattanville University (Purchase, NY)

Dates: 8/31/2026 to 12/18/2026

This course is designed to familiarize students with the basic legal principles governing the structure and operation of public and non-public schools and the legal problems encountered in the day-to-day operation of schools. It is designed to give students an understanding of statutory and regulatory requirements of schools as well as the ethical standards required for effective leadership. Students will be exposed to practical implementation of the law through policy development and other strategies to resolve conflict and effect change. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 10

39. EDAD 5222.01 The Principalship

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 8/31/2026 to 12/18/2026

This course is designed to provide an in-depth view of the principalship through the application of theoretical frames. The course is designed to assist in the development of a building's vision, culture, instructional programming and management. Development of this process will allow students to achieve a solid understand of the essential components of a building level administrative position and will allow them to think deeply about the multiple competing responsibilities of the demanding position. Class content will focus on the creation of the culture and as well as the instructional management component required for safe and orderly school operations. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 10

40. EDAD 5505.01 School Building and District Internship

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 8/31/2026 to 12/18/2026

The School Building and District internship experiences provide substantial, sustained, standards-based opportunities for leadership candidates to apply leadership competencies in real settings. During the internship, the leadership intern is supported by the college internship supervisor and the cooperating administrator. Bi-monthly seminars provide an opportunity for leadership interns to discuss their experiences, to relate them to best practices and theory, and to offer support and suggestions to one another. Students will complete a minimum of 400 hours in a public or non-public school setting. Students in full-time employment should be able to complete this requirement in their own schools or districts by arranging a special schedule with their principal, head of school, or superintendent. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 10

41. EDU 5026.01 Literacy in the Content Areas

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 8/31/2026 to 12/18/2026

Learn to build literacy skills in different content areas, developing strategies based on current theory and practice in teaching listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Candidates acquire an integrated and balanced approach for improving students' literacy development at the elementary, middle, and high school levels. Field experience required. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 10

42. EDU 5032.01 Collaboration and Consultation in Inclusive Settings

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 8/31/2026 to 12/18/2026

The course will examine the need for collaboration between teachers of children with both typical and special education needs. Students will become knowledgeable of state and federal laws which establish special education services (NCLB) as well as accommodations for those individuals who require instructional modifications and do not clearly fit into one of the IDEA classifications (section 504). They will become familiar with the characteristics of the major disability areas identified by law and the modifications of instruction and classroom setting necessary to meet the individual's needs. This will include those practices for planning and designing co-teaching and collaboration which have been shown to be effective in the collaborative setting. Classroom management needs and individualization of instruction of children in the inclusive setting will be addressed with emphasis placed upon the importance of using positive behavioral supports. Field experience required. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 15

43. EDU 5083.01 Assessment of Students with Learning and Behavior Problems

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 8/31/2026 to 12/18/2026

This course is designed to provide an intensive study of the assessment process as it relates to the special education teacher. Students will learn the purpose of assessment, measurement concepts and technical adequacy and experience how to administer and interpret test data. Students will explore ways to communicate assessment information and assessment issues related to I.D.E.A. The focus will be on a combination of formal and informal assessment strategies. Teacher candidates will prepare a final report dealing with a comprehensive assessment to include the creation of an I.E.P. for a student with a disability. As part of a formative process, the required portfolio will be reviewed as part of the course. Field experience required. Recommended Textbook: Pierangelo, R. & Giuliani, G. (2022). Assessment in special education: A practical approach (6th ed.) Saddle River, NJ: Pearson ***In addition, please be aware of the following: Special Education in New York State for Children Ages 3-21: A Parent's Guide The University of the State of New York, The State Education Department for Special Education Services, Albany, NY 12234. You can access this guide by going to: http://www.p12.nysed.gov/specialed/publications/policy/parentsguide.pdf. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 25

44. EDU 5085.01 PK-12 Special Ed Cert Instructional Strategies

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 8/31/2026 to 12/18/2026

This course will provide multiple strategies and approaches for use with students with exceptional learning needs (ELNs), as well as those for who are English as a New Language Learners (ENLs) in a PK-12 setting. The readings and discussions will center on topics such as creating an environment for success, differentiated instructional techniques, multiple intelligences, modifications and accommodations, working effectively with students from diverse linguistic and cultural milieus, and new approaches in the implementation of Inclusion, Response to Intervention, Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports, and Common Core Standards. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 10

45. EDU 5088.01 Introduction to Students with Learning and Behavior Problems

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 8/31/2026 to 12/18/2026

This course will provide an introduction to the field of learning disabilities and behavior disorders for classroom teachers in both regular and special education. We will identify the social, emotional, and learning characteristics of children having been identified with behavior disorders, neurological impairment, and learning disabilities. A developmental focus, involving both biological and experiential underpinnings of the disorders will further be discussed in order to understand the multiplicity of factors which give rise to the problems children manifest. As a result of the high comorbidity (co-occurrence) of problems of perception, language, attention, and motivation, and behavior, these will be identified when they relate to the specific disorders. They will not be covered as specific disorders in themselves. In addition, we will consider effective instructional methods for these students as well as relevant behavioral interventions. Goals and objectives, as well as the instructional strategies employed in teaching will be incorporated in the individual education plans (IEP/IFSP) for individuals demonstrating these problems. Required Text: "Children and adolescents with emotional and behavioral disorders”, Austin, V. L. & Sciarra, D. T. (2010). Upper Saddle River, NJ.A: Pearson. Requires 12 hours observation. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 25

46. EDU 5107.01 Childhood Mathematics Methods

Location: Manhattanville University (Purchase, NY)

Dates: 8/31/2026 to 12/18/2026

This course is designed to introduce teacher candidates to the content and current methods of teaching mathematics in elementary schools. It examines key concepts, strategies, and skills in the elementary school mathematics curriculum. Topics include theory, content included in the elementary mathematics curriculum (number sense, estimation and mental computation, place value, development of algorithms, algebraic reasoning, fractions, decimals, ratios, percents, probability, data analysis, geometry, and measurement), planning instruction, assessment, and the use of technology in the classroom. The course is also situated in a wider context by addressing state and national standards in elementary school mathematics. Interactive lectures, discussion, group work and presentations, inquiry-based methods, and field experience are used to explore and master course objectives. Required Texts: "Elementary and Middle School Mathematics: Teaching Developmentally”, Eighth Edition, by J.A. Van de Walle, K.S. Karp, J.M. Bay-Williams; "Field Experience Guide for Elementary and Middle School Mathematics: Teaching Developmentally, Fourth Edition, by J.M. Bay-Williams. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 25

47. EDU 5108.01 Childhood Science Methods

Location: Manhattanville University (Purchase, NY)

Dates: 8/31/2026 to 12/18/2026

This course is designed to provide an overview of the field of special education. The objectives are to make the teacher-candidate more aware of federal and state special education laws which provide for the identification of individuals with disabilities, the process of determining entitlements to special education services, and the models of teaching that provide for educating the child in the least restrictive environment (LRE) under the umbrella of IDEA and NCLB. The importance of inclusive education and the use of Response to Intervention (RtI) are also addressed. The course provides an overview of theories, diagnostic procedures, and remedial teaching strategies which address students with the broad spectrum of ELNs including: learning disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, physical disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, intellectual disabilities, other health impaired, and low incidence disabilities (deaf/hearing impaired, blind/visually impaired). Field experience in diverse settings is an integral component of the course in order to assist the course participant in linking the classroom didactic with life experiences in the schools and agencies providing education and intervention. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 10

48. EDU 5130.01 Classroom Management for Special Education

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 8/31/2026 to 12/18/2026

This course focuses on a theoretical and practical approach to classroom management, organization and discipline. It includes an analysis of the way these issues relate to the nature of learning and classroom interactions. Methods and techniques of effective teaching will be addressed, including organizing the classroom environment to include different learning styles, multilevel instruction, managing cooperative learning groups, preventive, supportive and corrective discipline, behavior modification, self-management techniques and assessment. Teacher candidates will prepare a classroom management plan. Field experience required. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 5

49. EDU 5201.01 Principles of Language Learning and Teaching

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 8/31/2026 to 12/18/2026

Explore recent research on the psychological, cultural, and related factors that influence the acquisition of a second language, including: linguistics and cognition, first- and second-language acquisition and social and affective variables in language learning. A foundation course is taken at or near the beginning of the program. Field experience required. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 7

50. EDU 5311.01 Foundations Social Emotional Learning

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 8/31/2026 to 12/18/2026

Defined by the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL), social emotional learning (SEL) is "the process through which children and adults understand and manage emotions, set and achieve positive goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain positive relationships, and make responsible decisions." This course examines foundational social emotional competencies based on the New York State SEL Benchmarks which are adapted from CASEL's widely used framework: 1) Develop self-awareness and self-management skills essential to success in school and in life; 2) Use social awareness and interpersonal skills to establish and maintain positive relationships; and 3) Demonstrate ethical decision-making skills and responsible behaviors in personal, school, and community contexts. This course is designed to support educators to understand the research behind SEL and how it relates to improved school connectedness and stronger learning outcomes. Key findings from the fields of developmental psychology and childhood education will underpin course readings and other engagements with particular attention on developments in whole child education. This class seeks to foster in educators a deep sense of knowledge about social emotional learning and whole child education as a precursor to enacting systemic change in their school communities. Enrollment is open only to matriculated Manhattanville students. Additional college tuition will be incurred. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. If you have any questions, please contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110 before registering.
  • Max Class Size: 5

51. EDU 5323.01 Math, Sciennce, and Technolligy in Early Childhood Education

Location: Manhattanville University (Purchase, NY)

Dates: 8/31/2026 to 12/18/2026

Examine the evolving early childhood curriculum. Focus on the design of curricula that integrate language arts, mathematics, science, instructional and assistive technology, and expressive arts in a holistic framework. Examine numerous research-validated instructional strategies for teaching students with the full range of abilities. Field experience required. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 10

52. EDU 5367.01 Methods for Teaching Literacy I Gr K-2

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 8/31/2026 to 12/18/2026

The first in a pair of courses that provides a research-based introduction to literacy teaching and learning for children in grades PreK-6. Students will be introduced to the theories, approaches and methodology of teaching reading and writing in the elementary classroom. Emphasis will be on helping students develop an informed, integrated and balanced approach to the planning and instruction of reading and the language arts; with a strong focus on phonemic awareness and strategies for teaching phonics. Field experience required. Required Texts: "Phonics they use: Words for Reading and Writing”, by Cunningham, P. (2013). New York, Pearson Publishing; and "Reading with Meaning”, by Miller, D. (2013). 2nd edition Portland, ME: Stenhouse Publishers. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 10

53. EDU 5371.01 Assistive Tech in Special Education

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 8/31/2026 to 12/18/2026

This course will examine ways to use technologies in planning, implementing and managing the teaching and learning environments for students with special needs and learn how to evaluate, select, develop and adapt technologies. The focus will be on such topics as technologies for assessment and planning, as well as for implementing and modifying instruction, selecting hardware and software, uses of and regulations regarding assistive technology, and using technology to support the principles of universal design. Field experience required. Ten additional online hours required. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 25

54. EDU 5387.01 Fundamentals of Middle Childhood Education

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 8/31/2026 to 12/18/2026

This course will focus on the sociological and academic factors that have resulted in the creation of the modern middle school concept. The course will emphasize how active learning, team structures, and lesson design can support the social, emotional and intellectual development of students in the middle grades. We will develop strategies for motivation, instruction, assessment, and classroom management. We will also explore how to create a collaborative environment among students, colleagues, and parents and examine the effects of state standards and mandated testing. Students are expected to be active participants in the conception and creation of lessons. Field experience required. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 10

55. EDU 5414.01 Organizing & Leading Lit Progs

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 8/31/2026 to 12/18/2026

Explore the universal underlying logical structure of human languages. Discuss phonological, morphological, syntactic, and semantic patterns found in language. Consider the evolution and psychology of language. Field experience required. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 15

56. EDU 5452.01 Strategies for Teaching Young Children

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 8/31/2026 to 12/18/2026

This course will focus upon the application of theories of teaching and behavioral guidance to practice in the inclusive early childhood classroom. Students will be introduced to theoretical concepts and principles and shown how they may be integrated into the early childhood classroom by the use of specific methods and strategies, including techniques for addressing the needs of English-language learners and children from different cultural settings. Topics include classroom organization, planning, instructional methods, instructional materials, grouping for instruction, teaching style, child guidance, management techniques. Field experience required. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 10

57. EDU 5477.01 Research Sem Early Childhood

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 8/31/2026 to 12/18/2026

This course will focus on reviewing, analyzing, interpreting and evaluating selected research in the field of Early Childhood education through study of its conceptual and methodological bases. Students will review and summarize research, generate research proposals, initiate and conduct pilot research projects and submit written reports at the end of the term. Field experience required. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 20

58. EDU 5527.01 Teaching with Technology

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 8/31/2026 to 12/18/2026

This course will prepare you to use technology to acquire and teach new content knowledge about important topics in your program content area: English, Math, Science, or Social Studies. Learn to use the Internet, research, media and software tools to deepen your knowledge of a significant topic in your content area and plan for classroom instruction building on that knowledge. Learn to use current best practices for teaching with technology in your area. Course requirements include a research project relating to a specific topic of your choice, followed by preparation and presentation of a related unit plan appropriate for middle or secondary students, using current technological teaching tools. Field experience required. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 15

59. EDU 5550.03 Research: Spec Ed & Literacy

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 8/31/2026 to 12/18/2026

This course should be taken near the end of the teacher-candidate's sequence of courses as it draws upon a broad understanding of the disability laws that govern the education of children with special educational needs and instructional strategies. Course participants will be required to expand upon their current level of knowledge by investigating literature reviews of contemporary data to develop either a research project or a grant that would enhance the quality of instruction and life for individuals with disabilities. Ethical considerations with regard to research and education of vulnerable populations will be emphasized. The purpose of the course is also to make students more aware of their social responsibility and the need to continue as lifelong learners in working with individuals where current strategies for intervention are constantly emerging. Literacy/Special Education dual candidates will conduct the research project in an area relating to teaching literacy to students with special needs. Field experience required. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 12

60. EDU 5578.01 Childhd/SpEd P-12 Student Teaching Seminar

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 8/31/2026 to 12/18/2026

Develop your teaching skills in a full-time, twelve-week, supervised student teaching experience at the adolescence level. Fulfill your requirements for New York State initial certification. Prerequisites: completion of all education courses and approval by the Office of Field Placement, Certification and Community Outreach. This course is for fully matriculated students only. Additional tuition and fees will be paid directly to Manhattanville. Please follow the dates on service hub or from the course professor. Only start and end dates are listed in MLP/Frontline, please follow service hub for all dates.
  • Max Class Size: 5

61. MAE-5115 Math for Secondary Teachers II

Location: Manhattanville University (Purchase, NY)

Dates: 8/31/2026 to 12/18/2026

This course is a mathematics content course for Grade 7-12 teachers and focuses on key content that teachers will need to know to be effective middle school and early high school teachers. It will dive deeply into algebra and geometry topics to help you deepen your own understanding of adolescent mathematics and understand how students think about mathematics. Through this course, students will see how the topics in 7-12 math fit together and how they fit into the broader storyline of school mathematics. We will work to make connections between mathematical ideas, revisiting and reexamining mathematics you have learned before in order to more deeply understand the underlying concepts. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 5

62. EDU 5000.02 Foundations of Education

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 8/31/2026 to 12/18/2026

This introductory course provides an overview of the field of American education. It investigates major issues, which have affected learning and teaching in the U.S. Through active class involvement, the learning/teaching dyad, its social, political, economic antecedents and possible consequences are analyzed. Field experience required. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 10

63. EDU 5016.01 Foundations of Bilingual/Bicultural

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 8/31/2026 to 12/18/2026

Develop a basic understanding of language and cultural diversity including aspects of sociolinguistics and multicultural education. Learn specifically about social and pedagogical issues regarding bilingual and total immersion curricula in the United States. Field experience required. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 10

64. EDU 5365.01 Teaching Reading in ESL: Math, Science, and Technology

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 8/31/2026 to 12/18/2026

Survey and investigate methods for teaching reading to LEP students in the ESL classroom and in the mainstream. Learn how to assess reading attainment, adapt curriculum and tech-niques and help develop academic language proficiency. Field experience required. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 15

65. EDU 5389.01 Teaching Literacy Grades 5 to 9

Location: Manhattanville University (Purchase, NY)

Dates: 8/31/2026 to 12/18/2026

In this course students will define literacy and explore best practices in literacy to promote learning and understanding in the middle school classroom in grades 5-9. Students will examine various theory based models that help learners become literate and develop a toolbox of literacy strategies for student engagement and comprehension. Furthermore, students will learn to use diverse literacy strategies to explore middle schooler's experiences in diverse cultural and social settings. Field experience required. (Literacy course). Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 10

66. EDU 5393.02 Foundations of Special Education

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 8/31/2026 to 12/18/2026

New
This course is designed to provide an overview of the field of special education. The objectives are to make the teacher-candidate more aware of federal and state special education laws which provide for the identification of individuals with disabilities, the process of determining entitlements to special education services, and the models of teaching that provide for educating the child in the least restrictive environment (LRE) under the umbrella of IDEA and NCLB. The importance of inclusive education and the use of Response to Intervention (RtI) are also addressed. The course provides an overview of theories, diagnostic procedures, and remedial teaching strategies which address students with the broad spectrum of ELNs including: learning disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, physical disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, intellectual disabilities, other health impaired, and low incidence disabilities (deaf/hearing impaired, blind/visually impaired). In addition, the course will address the special needs of ELLs and students from different cultural milieus in accessing the school curriculum. Further, teacher candidates learn about effective practices for planning and designing co-teaching and collaboration with peers, individualizing instruction, and applying interventions to address student and classroom management needs. Fifteen hours of field experience in diverse settings is an integral component of the course in order to assist the course participant in linking the classroom didactic with life experiences in the schools and agencies providing education and intervention. Field experience required. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110 before registering. Additional college tuition will be incurred. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment.
  • Max Class Size: 5

67. EDU 5550.01 Research: Spec Ed & Literacy

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 8/31/2026 to 12/18/2026

This course should be taken near the end of the teacher-candidate's sequence of courses as it draws upon a broad understanding of the disability laws that govern the education of children with special educational needs and instructional strategies. Course participants will be required to expand upon their current level of knowledge by investigating literature reviews of contemporary data to develop either a research project or a grant that would enhance the quality of instruction and life for individuals with disabilities. Ethical considerations with regard to research and education of vulnerable populations will be emphasized. The purpose of the course is also to make students more aware of their social responsibility and the need to continue as lifelong learners in working with individuals where current strategies for intervention are constantly emerging. Literacy/Special Education dual candidates will conduct the research project in an area relating to teaching literacy to students with special needs. Field experience required. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 12

68. EDU 5550.02 Research: Spec Ed & Literacy

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 8/31/2026 to 12/18/2026

This course should be taken near the end of the teacher-candidate's sequence of courses as it draws upon a broad understanding of the disability laws that govern the education of children with special educational needs and instructional strategies. Course participants will be required to expand upon their current level of knowledge by investigating literature reviews of contemporary data to develop either a research project or a grant that would enhance the quality of instruction and life for individuals with disabilities. Ethical considerations with regard to research and education of vulnerable populations will be emphasized. The purpose of the course is also to make students more aware of their social responsibility and the need to continue as lifelong learners in working with individuals where current strategies for intervention are constantly emerging. Literacy/Special Education dual candidates will conduct the research project in an area relating to teaching literacy to students with special needs. Field experience required. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 12

69. EDU 5612.01 Lit Assessment & Intervention

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 8/31/2026 to 12/18/2026

Candidates will work with students to learn and apply techniques for assessing the literacy abilities and needs of students, and identifying difficulties that may be confronted in acquiring the literacy skills, including dyslexia. Candidates design effective interventions based on learner needs. Candidates examine and analyze a broad array of formal and informal assessment techniques and their application to literacy instruction. They apply strategies for effectively communicating assessment results to parents, caregivers, and school personnel. Field experience required. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 5

70. EDU-5632 Multisens Struct Lit Pract

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 8/31/2026 to 12/18/2026

This course is offered through the Rose Institute for Learning and Literacy. The practicum provides the teacher with the opportunity to work with a mentor to implement the Orton-Gillingham approach when teaching reading, writing, and spelling to students. This course is the first in a two-course sequence and requires EDU 5633 to be taken during the following semester.Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 5

71. EDPD 5040.01 Responding to Literature with Power

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 9/8/2026 to 11/13/2026

In this course, students will understand how to construct, teach, and enhance writing responses to texts. They will learn how to implement a yearlong framework that will move students from simple responses to multi paragraph essays. Students will learn how to adapt their lessons to reach all learners. Finally, they will use the lessons taught to create a framework that is relevant to their particular students. Required Texts: "Better Learning Through Structured Teaching: A Framework for the Gradual Release of Responsibility", 2nd Edition Paperback, by Douglas Fisher, Nancy Frey, 2013, Alexandria, VA ASCD; "Notice & Note Strategies for Close Reading", by Kylene Beers and Robert E Probst, 2013, New Hampshire, Heinemann. If you are taking this course for Graduate Credit, participants must register with Manhattanville through Instant Enrollment. Email Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org for more information. Course runs asynchronously from Jan. 22 - Mar. 28. Only start and end dates are listed. Note: Official graduate transcripts will not be available until the official end of the college semester.
  • Max Class Size: 25

72. EDPD 5018.01 Using Technology to Engage and Inspire Diverse Learners (Differentiating with Technology)

Location: North Rockland High School (North Rockland HS, )

Dates: 9/8/2026 to 11/10/2026

Technology can increase teachers' capacity to support the learning of individual students with wide differences in their abilities to see, hear, speak, move, read, write, understand English, attend, organize, engage and remember. To do this efficiently and effectively technology should be carefully selected, purposeful planned and thoughtful implemented. Not all technology is useful for all students. Required Texts: "Integrating Technology in the Classroom: Tools to meet the needs of every student”, by Hamilton, Boni. (2018) (2nd Ed.) Washington DC: International Society of Technology in Education; "How to Differentiate Instruction in Academically Diverse Classrooms”, by Tomlinson, Carol Ann, (2017), Alexandria, VA, Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development. *If you are taking this course for Graduate Credit, participants must also register with Manhattanville through Instant Enrollment on Service Hub. Email Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org for more information. Note: Official graduate transcripts will not be available until the official end of the college semester.
  • Max Class Size: 25

73. Strategic Teaching, Big Impact: The Science and Craft of Microlearning- 3 Inservice Credits

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 9/8/2026 to 11/10/2026

In an era of dwindling attention spans and cognitive overload, the "Long Lecture" is becoming an increasingly inefficient tool for student mastery. This course explores the art and science of Microlearning-the practice of delivering high-impact, targeted instructional bursts that respect the limits of human working memory. Participants will learn how to deconstruct complex standards into potent "micro-lessons," leverage cognitive science to increase retention, and utilize digital tools to facilitate point-of-need instruction.
  • Max Class Size: 60

74. Digital Citizenship for 21st Century Learners

Location: North Rockland High School (North Rockland HS, )

Dates: 9/9/2026 to 11/4/2026

Digital Citizenship for 21st Century Learners Technology use in our classrooms continues to increase at a fast pace. This course will teach you to develop a positive and healthy classroom environment where digital citizenship is embedded in all aspects of learning. Participants will develop strategies for teaching the nine essential elements of digital citizenship, including how to use proper online etiquette, find online resources for research and learning, appropriately report and prevent cyberbullying, and protect one's identity online. In addition, you will cultivate techniques for integrating digital citizenship lessons into instruction and assessments to help students make informed and responsible decisions when using technology. Students will be prepared to use technology in a safe, responsible and meaningful way. For more information contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org.
  • Max Class Size: 50

75. EDPD 5021.01 - Response to Intervention (RTI): How to Ensure Success with Effective Instruction and Intervention

Location: North Rockland High School (North Rockland HS, )

Dates: 9/9/2026 to 11/4/2026

As a result of this course, participants will develop skills and strategies to reach struggling learners. This course will cover important aspects of Response to Intervention models. Participants will develop methods of evaluating students and pinpointing areas of academic difficulties. Students will utilize "Multi-Tiered Systems of Supports” (Blackburn & Witzel/2018) to identify struggling students and provide interventions before the application of special education services. Then, participants will develop a positive "mindset” to unlock the potential of all learners. (Dweck/2006) Further, participants will develop strategies to explicitly guide student learning through a systematic approach. Participants will develop a "tool box” of interventions that are responsive to the needs of all students, but particularly the needs of struggling students. In the words of Fisher and Frey/2010, "Teaching every child is hard work. With that hard work, though, comes a group of learners who are prepared to participate in society. This learning occurs in the classrooms of well-prepared teachers who are undaunted by student learning variations because they believe that each child is an individual and that individuals exhibit differences in growth due to many factors, including carefully selected instructional interventions.” This course will have a direct impact upon student learning. Teachers will walk away with a process of intervention that will make them more purposeful and effective. Required Readings: "Rigor in the RTI and MTSS Classroom", by Blackburn, B. & Witzel, B./2018; "Mindset: The New Psychology of Success", by Dweck, Carol/2006. If you are taking this course for Graduate Credit, participants must also register with Manhattanville University through Instant Enrollment. Email Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org for more instructions.
  • Max Class Size: 35

76. EDPD 5010.01 - Cultivating Habits of Mind: Transforming Teacher and Student Mindsets to Improve Learning

Location: North Rockland High School (North Rockland HS, )

Dates: 9/10/2026 to 11/6/2026

Based upon the works of authors Arthur Costa and Bena Kallick, participants will learn and apply instructional practices to cultivate the "habits of mind” needed to be a successful student and citizen. These practices will assist teachers in not only teaching academic material but also instruct students in matters pertaining to social skills. The Habits of Mind include: persisting, managing impulsivity, listening with understanding and empathy, thinking flexibly, questioning and problem posing, gathering data through all senses, taking reasonable risks, finding humor, thinking interdependently and remaining open to continuous learning. In line with an educator's mission to educate the whole child, participants will develop strategies to develop these habits of mind. This topic is pertinent in all aspects of education; all educators have a shared responsibility to build powerful, life-long "habits of mind” with and for our students. Required Readings: "Learning and leading with habits of mind: 16 characteristics for success", by Costa, A. and Kallic k, B., 2008 Alexandria, VA: ASCD. If you are taking this course for Graduate Credit, participants must also register with Manhattanville University through Instant Enrollment. Email Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org for instructions.
  • Max Class Size: 36

77. EDPD 5029.01 The Power of Book Clubs: Building Communities of Readers

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 9/10/2026 to 11/5/2026

This course is designed for educators seeking to implement, refine, or reimagine book clubs in their classrooms. Participants will explore both the theory and practice of student-led reading groups, with an emphasis on fostering deep comprehension, critical thinking, and authentic student voice. Teachers will investigate best practices for text selection, group facilitation, assessment, and equity in book club design. By the end of the course, educators will be equipped with the tools to create inclusive, engaging, and sustainable book club experiences that elevate student learning and build a strong community of readers. *If you are taking this course for Graduate Credit, participants must also register with Manhattanville through Instant Enrollment on Service Hub. Email Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org for more information. Note: Official graduate transcripts will not be available until the official end of the college semester.
  • Max Class Size: 25

78. EDU 5001.01 Apply Multisensory Phonics - 1 Credit

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 9/10/2026 to 10/8/2026

Understanding the sounds, symbols, and structure of the English Language are fundamental components of providing effective literacy instruction. This course is designed to introduce the principles of phonics, including the origins of the English Language, morphology, phonemes, syllable types, common spelling patterns and an introduction to multisensory teaching. Students in this class will use their newfound knowledge about phonics to plan lessons, as well as assess and evaluate student work. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110 before registering. Additional college tuition will be incurred. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment.
  • Max Class Size: 15

79. EDU 5001.02 Apply Multisensory Phonics - 1 Credit

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 9/10/2026 to 10/8/2026

Understanding the sounds, symbols, and structure of the English Language are fundamental components of providing effective literacy instruction. This course is designed to introduce the principles of phonics, including the origins of the English Language, morphology, phonemes, syllable types, common spelling patterns and an introduction to multisensory teaching. Students in this class will use their newfound knowledge about phonics to plan lessons, as well as assess and evaluate student work. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110 before registering. Additional college tuition will be incurred. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment.
  • Max Class Size: 15

80. EDU 5001.03 Apply Multisensory Phonics - 1 Credit

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 9/10/2026 to 10/8/2026

Understanding the sounds, symbols, and structure of the English Language are fundamental components of providing effective literacy instruction. This course is designed to introduce the principles of phonics, including the origins of the English Language, morphology, phonemes, syllable types, common spelling patterns and an introduction to multisensory teaching. Students in this class will use their newfound knowledge about phonics to plan lessons, as well as assess and evaluate student work. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110 before registering. Additional college tuition will be incurred. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment.
  • Max Class Size: 15

81. Leading from the Classroom: Teacher Leadership in Action

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 9/14/2026 to 11/13/2026

Based on current research and practical models of teacher leadership, this course is designed for educators seeking to expand their leadership capacity without leaving the classroom. Participants will explore models of teacher leadership, cultivate strategies for influencing school culture and design actionable leadership initiatives aligned with their expertise and interests. Readings, field-based inquiry and collaborative learning will support participants in becoming confident, proactive teacher-leaders who positively impact their schools and communities. For information contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org.
  • Max Class Size: 60

82. Teaching and Learning with Rigor

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 9/14/2026 to 11/13/2026

In this course participants will explore the concept of teaching with rigor based on the book Rigor in the Classroom by Barbara Blackburn. We will debunk the myths that teaching with rigor means: more homework, more tests/quizzes, less differentiation of instruction and "doing” more content. Instead, we will develop strategies to set higher expectations and support students to learn at higher levels. Participants will access, develop and utilize strategies that will actively engage their students in the learning process. You will have the opportunity to develop, implement and discuss instructional strategies to teach with rigor thereby improving student performance in any subject area or grade level. Based on the book Rigor in the Classroom by Barbara Blackburn, you will learn effective strategies pertaining to rigor including: Raising Expectations Through Questioning and Facilitator Behaviors, Raising Expectations Through Complex Tasks, Increasing Depth of Knowledge, Scaffolds and Supports, Options for Assessments and Reinvigorating Learning Environments. Required Readings; "Rigor in the Classroom", by Barbara Blackburn, 2023. . For information contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org.
  • Max Class Size: 60

83. EDPD 5020.01 - The Power of Formative Assessment

Location: North Rockland High School (North Rockland HS, )

Dates: 9/14/2026 to 11/23/2026

As a result of this course, participants will develop skills and strategies to formatively assess student learning. "Anyone who has ever played or coached a team sport understands the basic idea that ongoing assessment and adjustment are the keys to improved performance.” (McTighe, 2007). In this course, participants will engage in the process of ongoing assessment, feedback, reflection, revision and instruction. Participants will develop what Charlotte Danielson (2006) calls a "Habit of Mind” in which student assessments guide teacher instruction. The book Checking for Understanding by Douglas Fisher and Nancy Frey will be the guiding text. Course expectations include taking ideas from individual research, small group online discussions and whole group sessions to put ideas into action. Participants will be able to make an immediate impact upon their teacher and the learning outcomes for students in their classes. Required Readings: "The Power of Assessment for Learning: Twenty Years of Research and Practice in UK and US Classrooms", by Christine Ann Harrison & Margaret Heritage (2021) 1st Edition; "Checking for Understanding", by Fisher, D. and Frey, N. (2007); "Results Now", by Schmoker, Mike (2006). If you are taking this course for Graduate Credit, participants must also register with Manhattanville University through Instant Enrollment. Email Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org for more instructions.
  • Max Class Size: 35

84. Hidden Resources of Educators

Location: North Rockland High School (North Rockland HS, )

Dates: 9/17/2026 to 11/13/2026

During this course, you will explore numerous resources available to all educators and support staff. You will learn how to use these resource sites to enhance your curriculum, manage classroom time and engage students using a wide variety of ideas and materials. You will also learn techniques for assessment in the classroom. These resources will appeal to diverse learning styles and help generate interest, attention and motivation for your students. These tools will appeal to diverse learning styles and generate interest, attention and motivation for students in this "digital age.” *Final projects and reflections will be submitted via online by Nov. 21, 2024. For information contact Colleen Gill at rockteach.org.
  • Max Class Size: 30

85. EDPD 5030.01 - Teaching and the Change Process

Location: North Rockland High School (North Rockland HS, )

Dates: 10/1/2026 to 11/27/2026

Teaching is change; learning is change. Merriam-Webster.com defines change as "to give a different position, course or direction to” and "to make different in some particular manner.” Learning is the ability to "solve problems, think critically, communicate effectively, and collaborate well.” (Gagnon & Collay/2006). Teachers, then, facilitate learning experiences by teaching students to think innovatively about change and the problem-solving process. Each minute, period, day, month and year, teachers are required to create and sustain changes in their students and their teaching. This change is manifested in such educational terms as curriculum mapping, formative assessment, response to intervention (RTI) and differentiated instruction. In this course, participants will develop skills and strategies to facilitate change in their teaching and in student learning. Participants will learn how to: identify challenges, develop ownership, write SMART goals, craft plans/lessons, facilitate student "buy-in”, and formatively assess student work. This change process will not only assist teachers in developing a "Habit of Mind” but impact student learning in their classrooms in real time. Participants will be expected to apply and reflect upon course material on a weekly basis through on-line correspondence and ongoing communication with other course participants. Required Readings: "Our Iceberg is Melting" by Kotter, J. and Rathgeber, H./2016. New York: Penguin Random House; "Who Moved My Cheese", by Johnson, S./1999, (2nd ed.), New York: Vermillion. If you are taking this course for Graduate Credit, participants must also register with Manhattanville University through Instant Enrollment at https://servicehub.mville.edu/Student/InstantEnrollment Email Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org for assistance.
  • Max Class Size: 35

86. Online: Strategies for Reflective Teaching with 21st Century Technology, October 13 - November 23, 2026 (WTCI)

Audience: Educators in grades K - 12

Dates: 10/13/2026 to 11/23/2026

Location: Asynchronous/Online

This online course will equip K-12 educators with innovative strategies to improve their teaching practices through systematic self-reflection and integration of artificial intelligence (AI)/technology tools. Participants will explore methods for effective reflective journaling, utilize data and student feedback, and harness AI to enhance lesson planning and classroom management. Educators will engage in peer observations, technology-enhanced reflection, and develop actionable plans to refine their instructional approach. By the end of this course, educators will be adept at using reflection and technology to foster a more effective and fulfilling teaching experience. PLEASE NOTE: The institute cannot refund a participant once the class has commenced.
  • Max Class Size: 15

87. EDPD 5015.01 - Developing Curricular Goals, Instructional Alignment and Formative Assessments

Location: North Rockland High School (North Rockland HS, )

Dates: 10/22/2026 to 12/18/2026

Participants will develop a thorough understanding of instructional strategies that meet the needs of all learners. Participants will work collaboratively to develop strategies "to reach out to individual learners at their varied points of readiness, interest, and learning preference." This quote from Carol Ann Tomlinson will serve as a guiding principle of the course. Course participants will develop curriculum adaptations and instructional strategies that are responsive to the individual needs of all students. Specifically, participants will acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively differentiate curriculum and instruction in the classroom. Participants will develop the "big ideas" associated with curriculum designs. Then, participants will analyze and apply methods of differentiating products (content), process (instruction), and product (assessment). Required Readings: "How to Differentiate Instruction in Academically Diverse Classrooms", by Tomlinson, Carol Ann. (2017). 3rd Edition. If you are taking this course for Graduate Credit, participants must also register with Manhattanville University through Instant Enrollment at https://servicehub.mville.edu/Student/InstantEnrollment Email Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org for assistance.
  • Max Class Size: 35

88. EDPD 5023.01 Topics: Words Build Bridges

Location: Suffern High School (Suffern HS, )

Dates: 11/5/2026 to 12/10/2026

This professional learning course is designed to support educators in developing effective, empathetic, and culturally responsive communication with families, especially through email and written formats. Grounded in the ASCD text How to Talk So Parents Will Listen... and Listen So Parents Will Talk by Johanna K. Lemlech, the course explores how tone, word choice, and perspective can either escalate or de-escalate interactions with parents. Participants will examine common conflict triggers in school-home communication, practice writing and revising real-life responses, and apply culturally responsive-sustaining education (CRSE) principles to build trust and partnership with diverse families. Educators will walk away with a portfolio of strategies and personalized tools that promote clarity, calm, and care in every If you are taking this course for Graduate Credit, participants must also register with Manhattanville University through Instant Enrollment at https://servicehub.mville.edu/Student/InstantEnrollment Email Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org for assistance.
  • Max Class Size: 35

89. EDPD 5025.01 - Taking a Constructivist Approach to Teaching

Location: North Rockland High School (North Rockland HS, )

Dates: 11/12/2026 to 12/18/2026

As educators, we expect our students to "solve problems, think critically, communicate effectively, and collaborate well.” (Gagnon & Collay, 2006) Participants will analyze the effects of effective teaching upon student performance in relation to the criterion above. This weekend will enable participants to develop instructional activities to actively engage students in the learning process and assist students in the development of self-assessment or "metacognition.” Participants will learn how to incorporate research-based methods and techniques in order to achieve a balance between conceptual understanding and procedural knowledge. Participants will develop the tools necessary to create this "balanced approach” to teaching all content areas. Teachers will develop strategies to assist students in "constructing” content knowledge as part of a "meaning-making” process. Required Readings: "Getting to Got It", by Gagnon & Collay.(2006). If you are taking this course for Graduate Credit, participants must also register with Manhattanville University through Instant Enrollment at https://servicehub.mville.edu/Student/InstantEnrollment Email Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org for assistance.
  • Max Class Size: 35

90. How to Create a Winning Classroom Culture

Location: North Rockland High School (North Rockland HS, )

Dates: 11/17/2026 to 1/19/2027

Based upon the book You Win the Locker Room First by Jon Gordon and Mike Smith, participants will learn and apply the "7 C's” to transform classrooms into positive, engaging environments. In line with an educator's mission to educate the whole child, participants will develop strategies to teach students how to: become better communicators, be more empathetic, and become better citizens. As classroom/school leaders, educators will learn ways to connect with students on a whole new level; making classroom cultures nurturing and engaging. Required Readings: " You Win the Locker Room First", by Gordon and Smith (2015). For information contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org.
  • Max Class Size: 60

91. Principles in Action

Location: North Rockland High School (North Rockland HS, )

Dates: 11/18/2026 to 1/20/2027

In his inaugural address in January 2009, President Obama talked about the "price and promise of citizenship.” In this course, participants will develop lessons, skills and strategies to engage their students in a democratic learning process. Participants will lead their students to deeper understandings of the values of democratic principles set forth by our president; "hard work and honesty, courage and fair play, tolerance and curiosity, loyalty and patriotism.” Participants will think deeply about American schools and the purpose of education. While we consider larger societal issues, the instructor will facilitate applications from theories and wider issues that participants can utilize directly in their respective classrooms. This class is a call to action; to make our children not only better students, but better citizens. Required Readings: "Beyond Discipline", by Kohn, Aflie (2006); "The Pact", by Davis, Jenkins, & Hunt (2002). For information contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org.
  • Max Class Size: 60

92. Teachers Positively Impacting Student Learning: The Three E's of Engagement, Efficacy and Empathy

Location: North Rockland High School (North Rockland HS, )

Dates: 12/10/2026 to 2/19/2027

Participants in this course will investigate ways to impact student behavior and learning by focusing on the Three E's of Engagement, Efficacy and Empathy. Reading and activities will focus explicitly on ways to engage students and to instill in them the confidence in their own ability to succeed. Participants will work collaboratively to develop goals that are SMART: Strategic, Measurable, Attainable, Results-orientated and Timely. Based upon the work of Marzano, participants will design student-centered activities that involve high energy, friendly competition and self-monitoring. These activities will focus on helping students to make sense of information on their own so that the learning is meaningful and the knowledge is more likely to be retained. Finally, teachers will explore ways to help their students to see the connections between hard work and success in school and life. For information contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org.
  • Max Class Size: 60