Frontline Education

1. Book Study: Five Kinds of Nonfiction

Program: School Library System

Audience: Elementary and Middle School Librarians and Teachers

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

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

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

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

Program: TCI

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

Dates: 7/14/2026

Starting Soon

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

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

3. Zoom Training

Program: Distance Learning

Dates: 7/14/2026

Starting Soon

Comprehensive training on Zoom and virtual meetings.

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

Program: Regional Partnership Center

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

Dates: 7/20/2026

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

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

Program: Regional Partnership Center

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

Dates: 7/21/2026

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

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

Program: Regional Partnership Center

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

Dates: 7/23/2026

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

7. Home Instruction: Ensuring Compliance and Supporting Student Success

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Audience: Principals, Superintendents, school counselors, attendance personnel, and other district staff responsible for overseeing or supporting home instruction programs.

Dates: 7/23/2026

Join school leaders and other key personnel for an important workshop focused on home instruction requirements and best practices. This session will provide participants with an opportunity to review current home instruction procedures, deepen their understanding of New York State Education Department (NYSED) regulations, and discuss common challenges related to implementation and oversight.

A representative from the NYSED Home Instruction Office will join the session virtually to provide guidance, clarify regulatory expectations, and answer questions regarding district responsibilities, documentation requirements, monitoring of student progress, and compliance procedures. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in discussion, review current practices, and identify strategies to ensure that home instruction programs are implemented effectively and in accordance with state regulations.

This workshop is designed for superintendents, building administrators, directors of student services, school counselors, attendance personnel, and other district staff responsible for overseeing or supporting home instruction programs.

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

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

Program: Regional Partnership Center

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

Dates: 7/24/2026

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

9. Special Education for General Education Administrators

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: General Education Administrators

Dates: 7/27/2026

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

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

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 7/27/2026

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

Participants will be able to:

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

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

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

**Written in collaboration with Artificial Intelligence**

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

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

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 7/28/2026

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

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

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

Program: Distance Learning

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

Dates: 7/28/2026

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

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

Program: Distance Learning

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

Dates: 7/28/2026

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

14. Lead Evaluator New Leader Training

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Audience: Principals

Dates: 7/30/2026

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

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

15. Science of Reading for Administrators: The First Steps

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: Administrators

Dates: 7/31/2026

Asynchronous Training

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

16. Lead Evaluator Refresher Training - AM Session

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Audience: Principals

Dates: 8/3/2026

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

17. Lead Evaluator Refresher Training - PM Session

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Audience: Principals

Dates: 8/3/2026

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

18. Zoom Training

Program: Distance Learning

Dates: 8/4/2026

Comprehensive training on Zoom and virtual meetings.

19. Assessment Essentials Part 2

Program: Regional Partnership Center

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

Dates: 8/4/2026

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

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

Program: Distance Learning

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

Dates: 8/4/2026

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

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

Program: Distance Learning

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

Dates: 8/4/2026

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

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

Program: DASA

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

There is a $100 fee for all others.

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

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

Program: School Library System

Audience: Teachers and Librarians in ONC BOCES region

Dates: 8/11/2026

In this mini session we will be doing extended looks at our top streaming resources available to you through the Media Library Co-SER - Swank, PBS, Learn 360, and Clickview. Learn how to navigate, search, share to students, and set up individual profiles if needed. A great opportunity to take the time to learn the great streaming tools School Library has to offer you at this workshop!

24. Special Education for General Education Administrators

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: General Education Administrators

Dates: 8/11/2026

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

25. Mini-Session: Creating with Canva

Program: School Library System

Audience: School Librarians and Teachers

Dates: 8/11/2026

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

26. 3D Fabrication - Glowforge Laser Cutter

Program: School Library System

Audience: Librarians and Teachers in the ONC BOCES region

Dates: 8/14/2026

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

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

27. TCIS Therapeutic Crisis Intervention for Schools Initial Training - August 2026

Program: TCI

Audience: Teachers and Staff who support Students in Crisis Situations in need of De-escalation training

Dates: 8/17/2026 to 8/21/2026

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

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

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

Program: Distance Learning

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

Dates: 8/18/2026

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

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

Program: Distance Learning

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

Dates: 8/18/2026

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

30. Elementary School Library Curriculum Re-visited

Program: School Library System

Audience: Elementary School Librarians

Dates: 8/19/2026

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

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

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

Program: Regional Partnership Center

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

Dates: 8/20/2026

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

32. Lead Evaluator Refresher Training - AM Session

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Audience: Principals

Dates: 8/20/2026

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

33. What Does it Mean to be Culturally Responsive?

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: Any educator or staff member that works with students

Dates: 8/20/2026

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

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

Program: Regional Partnership Center

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

Dates: 8/20/2026

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

35. Lead Evaluator Refresher Training - PM Session

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Audience: Principals

Dates: 8/20/2026

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

36. Lead Evaluator New Leader Training

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Audience: Principals

Dates: 8/21/2026

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

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

37. Distance Learning Faculty Training

Program: Distance Learning

Audience: Distance Learning Teachers

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

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

38. Zoom Training

Program: Distance Learning

Dates: 8/25/2026

Comprehensive training on Zoom and virtual meetings.

39. Training for New Dignity Act Coordinators

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

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

Dates: 8/25/2026

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

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

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

Coffee, tea and water will be available.

Registration ends Wednesday, August 19th.

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

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

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

40. Teacher Mentor Training

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 8/26/2026

This professional learning session prepares experienced teachers to serve as mentors to new colleagues. Grounded in the NYS Mentoring Standards and Commissioner's Regulation 100.2(dd), the session moves participants through a purposeful arc: understanding the philosophy and structure of the mentoring program, developing empathy for the first-year teacher experience, building a concrete Mentoring Plan, and reflecting on the skills, beliefs, and mindset that define effective mentoring. Through collaborative protocols, structured planning time, and self-assessment activities, participants leave with practical tools they can use at the start of their mentor-mentee relationship.

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

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

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

Program: Regional Partnership Center

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

Dates: 8/31/2026

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

Credit will be given based on activities completed.

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

42. Project-Based Learning Teacher Cohort - Session 1 - Gilboa-Conesville CSD

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Audience: Teachers and Leaders

Dates: 9/17/2026

A Year-Long Professional Learning Experience
Are you ready to transform your classroom through authentic, student-driven learning?
We are seeking dedicated educators to join an exciting year-long professional learning cohort focused on Project-Based Learning (PBL). Grounded in the PBLWorks (Buck Institute for Education) Gold Standard framework, this cohort will guide participants through a structured progression - from exploring the research and design elements behind high-quality PBL, to developing problem-based learning tasks, and ultimately designing and implementing a full-scale PBL unit during the final marking period.
Cohort members will alternate between in-person and virtual sessions throughout the year, while also building a collaborative professional community along the way.

What You'll Gain
✓ Deep understanding of the PBLWorks Gold Standard design elements
✓ Hands-on experience designing and facilitating problem-based lessons
✓ A completed, classroom-tested PBL unit ready for future use
✓ A supportive network of colleagues committed to student-centered instruction

Topic(s)
- Agreements & Expectations
- Portrait of a Graduate Framework
- Gold Standard Design Framework
- Identify Strengths/ Weaknesses/ Opportunities/ Threats (SWOT)
- Letters to Stakeholders

In Preparation for this session, Please:
- Come with an interest survey completed by your students.
- Bring NYS content learning standards
- 26-27 Schedule

43. Project-Based Learning Teacher Cohort - Session 1 - Worcester CSD

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Audience: Teachers and Leaders

Dates: 9/17/2026

A Year-Long Professional Learning Experience
Are you ready to transform your classroom through authentic, student-driven learning?
We are seeking dedicated educators to join an exciting year-long professional learning cohort focused on Project-Based Learning (PBL). Grounded in the PBLWorks (Buck Institute for Education) Gold Standard framework, this cohort will guide participants through a structured progression - from exploring the research and design elements behind high-quality PBL, to developing problem-based learning tasks, and ultimately designing and implementing a full-scale PBL unit during the final marking period.
Cohort members will alternate between in-person and virtual sessions throughout the year, while also building a collaborative professional community along the way.

What You'll Gain
✓ Deep understanding of the PBLWorks Gold Standard design elements
✓ Hands-on experience designing and facilitating problem-based lessons
✓ A completed, classroom-tested PBL unit ready for future use
✓ A supportive network of colleagues committed to student-centered instruction

Topic(s)
- Agreements & Expectations
- Portrait of a Graduate Framework
- Gold Standard Design Framework
- Identify Strengths/ Weaknesses/ Opportunities/ Threats (SWOT)
- Letters to Stakeholders

In Preparation for this session, Please:
- Come with an interest survey completed by your students.
- Bring NYS content learning standards
- 26-27 Schedule

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Audience: Teachers and Leaders

Dates: 1/21/2027

A Year-Long Professional Learning Experience
Are you ready to transform your classroom through authentic, student-driven learning?
We are seeking dedicated educators to join an exciting year-long professional learning cohort focused on Project-Based Learning (PBL). Grounded in the PBLWorks (Buck Institute for Education) Gold Standard framework, this cohort will guide participants through a structured progression - from exploring the research and design elements behind high-quality PBL, to developing problem-based learning tasks, and ultimately designing and implementing a full-scale PBL unit during the final marking period.
Cohort members will alternate between in-person and virtual sessions throughout the year, while also building a collaborative professional community along the way.

What You'll Gain
✓ Deep understanding of the PBLWorks Gold Standard design elements
✓ Hands-on experience designing and facilitating problem-based lessons
✓ A completed, classroom-tested PBL unit ready for future use
✓ A supportive network of colleagues committed to student-centered instruction

Topic(s)
- Successes and problems of practice

In Preparation for this session, Please:
- Come with successes and challenges gleaned during planning or implementing your 2nd PBL task focused on implementation

55. Creating the IEP

Program: Regional Partnership Center

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

Dates: 1/21/2027

New

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

56. Developing an Effective Student Exit Summary (AM Session)

Program: Regional Partnership Center

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

Dates: 2/2/2027

New

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

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

57. Developing an Effective Student Exit Summary (PM Session)

Program: Regional Partnership Center

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

Dates: 2/2/2027

New

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

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

58. Special Education for General Education Administrators

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: General Education Administrators

Dates: 2/10/2027

New

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

59. Project-Based Learning Teacher Cohort - Session 4 - Gilboa-Conesville CSD

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Audience: Teachers and Leaders

Dates: 2/25/2027

A Year-Long Professional Learning Experience
Are you ready to transform your classroom through authentic, student-driven learning?
We are seeking dedicated educators to join an exciting year-long professional learning cohort focused on Project-Based Learning (PBL). Grounded in the PBLWorks (Buck Institute for Education) Gold Standard framework, this cohort will guide participants through a structured progression - from exploring the research and design elements behind high-quality PBL, to developing problem-based learning tasks, and ultimately designing and implementing a full-scale PBL unit during the final marking period.
Cohort members will alternate between in-person and virtual sessions throughout the year, while also building a collaborative professional community along the way.

What You'll Gain
✓ Deep understanding of the PBLWorks Gold Standard design elements
✓ Hands-on experience designing and facilitating problem-based lessons
✓ A completed, classroom-tested PBL unit ready for future use
✓ A supportive network of colleagues committed to student-centered instruction

Topic(s)
- Power Standards that Spark Driving Questions
- Formative Assessment
- Revisit SWOT
- Work Time

In Preparation for this session, Please:
- Complete implementation of 2nd PBL task
- Bring unit/topic for end-of-year PBL task (to be planned by April 15th meeting)

60. Project-Based Learning Teacher Cohort - Session 4 - Worcester CSD

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Audience: Teachers and Leaders

Dates: 2/25/2027

A Year-Long Professional Learning Experience
Are you ready to transform your classroom through authentic, student-driven learning?
We are seeking dedicated educators to join an exciting year-long professional learning cohort focused on Project-Based Learning (PBL). Grounded in the PBLWorks (Buck Institute for Education) Gold Standard framework, this cohort will guide participants through a structured progression - from exploring the research and design elements behind high-quality PBL, to developing problem-based learning tasks, and ultimately designing and implementing a full-scale PBL unit during the final marking period.
Cohort members will alternate between in-person and virtual sessions throughout the year, while also building a collaborative professional community along the way.

What You'll Gain
✓ Deep understanding of the PBLWorks Gold Standard design elements
✓ Hands-on experience designing and facilitating problem-based lessons
✓ A completed, classroom-tested PBL unit ready for future use
✓ A supportive network of colleagues committed to student-centered instruction

Topic(s)
- Power Standards that Spark Driving Questions
- Formative Assessment
- Revisit SWOT
- Work Time

In Preparation for this session, Please:
- Complete implementation of 2nd PBL task
- Bring unit/topic for end-of-year PBL task (to be planned by April 15th meeting)

61. Creating the IEP

Program: Regional Partnership Center

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

Dates: 3/10/2027

New

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

62. Project-Based Learning Teacher Cohort - Virtual (by appointment with ISS)

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Audience: Teachers and Leaders

Dates: 3/18/2027

A Year-Long Professional Learning Experience
Are you ready to transform your classroom through authentic, student-driven learning?
We are seeking dedicated educators to join an exciting year-long professional learning cohort focused on Project-Based Learning (PBL). Grounded in the PBLWorks (Buck Institute for Education) Gold Standard framework, this cohort will guide participants through a structured progression - from exploring the research and design elements behind high-quality PBL, to developing problem-based learning tasks, and ultimately designing and implementing a full-scale PBL unit during the final marking period.
Cohort members will alternate between in-person and virtual sessions throughout the year, while also building a collaborative professional community along the way.

What You'll Gain
✓ Deep understanding of the PBLWorks Gold Standard design elements
✓ Hands-on experience designing and facilitating problem-based lessons
✓ A completed, classroom-tested PBL unit ready for future use
✓ A supportive network of colleagues committed to student-centered instruction

Topic(s)
- Successes and problems of practice

In Preparation for this session, Please:
- Come with successes and challenges gleaned during planning your end of year PBL task focused on assessment

63. Developing an Effective Student Exit Summary (AM Session)

Program: Regional Partnership Center

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

Dates: 4/13/2027

New

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

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

64. Developing an Effective Student Exit Summary (PM Session)

Program: Regional Partnership Center

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

Dates: 4/13/2027

New

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

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

65. Testing Accommodations for Students with Disabilities

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: Special Education Teachers, General Education Teachers, Building Principals/Administrators, Committee on Special Education (CSE) Chairpersons, Parents/Families

Dates: 4/14/2027

New

Participants will:
- know the purpose of test accommodations.
- define test accommodations.
- understand their role in supporting a student with their test accommodations.
- recognize that instructional accommodations used in the classroom should be aligned with the testing accommodations provided during assessment.

66. Project-Based Learning Teacher Cohort - Session 5 - Gilboa-Conesville CSD

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Audience: Teachers and Leaders

Dates: 4/15/2027

A Year-Long Professional Learning Experience
Are you ready to transform your classroom through authentic, student-driven learning?
We are seeking dedicated educators to join an exciting year-long professional learning cohort focused on Project-Based Learning (PBL). Grounded in the PBLWorks (Buck Institute for Education) Gold Standard framework, this cohort will guide participants through a structured progression - from exploring the research and design elements behind high-quality PBL, to developing problem-based learning tasks, and ultimately designing and implementing a full-scale PBL unit during the final marking period.
Cohort members will alternate between in-person and virtual sessions throughout the year, while also building a collaborative professional community along the way.

What You'll Gain
✓ Deep understanding of the PBLWorks Gold Standard design elements
✓ Hands-on experience designing and facilitating problem-based lessons
✓ A completed, classroom-tested PBL unit ready for future use
✓ A supportive network of colleagues committed to student-centered instruction

Topic(s)
- Review SWOT
- Actionable Feedback
- Share out PBL Units

In Preparation for this session, Please:
- Bring completed end-of-year PBL task

67. Project-Based Learning Teacher Cohort - Session 5 - Worcester CSD

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Audience: Teachers and Leaders

Dates: 4/15/2027

A Year-Long Professional Learning Experience
Are you ready to transform your classroom through authentic, student-driven learning?
We are seeking dedicated educators to join an exciting year-long professional learning cohort focused on Project-Based Learning (PBL). Grounded in the PBLWorks (Buck Institute for Education) Gold Standard framework, this cohort will guide participants through a structured progression - from exploring the research and design elements behind high-quality PBL, to developing problem-based learning tasks, and ultimately designing and implementing a full-scale PBL unit during the final marking period.
Cohort members will alternate between in-person and virtual sessions throughout the year, while also building a collaborative professional community along the way.

What You'll Gain
✓ Deep understanding of the PBLWorks Gold Standard design elements
✓ Hands-on experience designing and facilitating problem-based lessons
✓ A completed, classroom-tested PBL unit ready for future use
✓ A supportive network of colleagues committed to student-centered instruction

Topic(s)
- Review SWOT
- Actionable Feedback
- Share out PBL Units

In Preparation for this session, Please:
- Bring completed end-of-year PBL task

68. Early Steps to Future Careers: Embedding Career Development in Elementary School

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: Special and general education elementary and middle school teachers, special and general education elementary and middle school administrators, work-based learning (WBL) coordinators, paraprofessionals, related services professionals, school counselors, transition coordinators, agency/community service providers or case managers.

Dates: 5/3/2027

New

This training explores the importance of beginning career development in elementary school for students with disabilities. Participants will have the opportunity to examine and expand career development activities that support self-awareness, career awareness, identity development, and career exploration. The training also enhances understanding of collaboration among schools, families, and community partners in supporting elementary career development. In addition, participants will review resources and strategies designed to ensure that career development experiences are meaningful, impactful, and consistently encouraged throughout the elementary years for students with disabilities.

69. Early Steps to Future Careers: Embedding Career Development in Elementary School

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: Special and general education elementary and middle school teachers, special and general education elementary and middle school administrators, work-based learning (WBL) coordinators, paraprofessionals, related services professionals, school counselors, transition coordinators, agency/community service providers or case managers.

Dates: 5/11/2027

New

This training explores the importance of beginning career development in elementary school for students with disabilities. Participants will have the opportunity to examine and expand career development activities that support self-awareness, career awareness, identity development, and career exploration. The training also enhances understanding of collaboration among schools, families, and community partners in supporting elementary career development. In addition, participants will review resources and strategies designed to ensure that career development experiences are meaningful, impactful, and consistently encouraged throughout the elementary years for students with disabilities.

70. Creating the IEP

Program: Regional Partnership Center

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

Dates: 5/18/2027

New

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

71. Project-Based Learning Teacher Cohort - Session 6 - Gilboa-Conesville CSD

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Audience: Teachers and Leaders

Dates: 5/20/2027

A Year-Long Professional Learning Experience
Are you ready to transform your classroom through authentic, student-driven learning?
We are seeking dedicated educators to join an exciting year-long professional learning cohort focused on Project-Based Learning (PBL). Grounded in the PBLWorks (Buck Institute for Education) Gold Standard framework, this cohort will guide participants through a structured progression - from exploring the research and design elements behind high-quality PBL, to developing problem-based learning tasks, and ultimately designing and implementing a full-scale PBL unit during the final marking period.
Cohort members will alternate between in-person and virtual sessions throughout the year, while also building a collaborative professional community along the way.

What You'll Gain
✓ Deep understanding of the PBLWorks Gold Standard design elements
✓ Hands-on experience designing and facilitating problem-based lessons
✓ A completed, classroom-tested PBL unit ready for future use
✓ A supportive network of colleagues committed to student-centered instruction

Topic(s)
- Reflection
- Turnkey Presentation Development

In Preparation for this session, Please:
- Come with successes and challenges encountered during your end-of-year PBL task (likely still in progress).

72. Project-Based Learning Teacher Cohort - Session 6 - Worcester CSD

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Audience: Teachers and Leaders

Dates: 5/20/2027

A Year-Long Professional Learning Experience
Are you ready to transform your classroom through authentic, student-driven learning?
We are seeking dedicated educators to join an exciting year-long professional learning cohort focused on Project-Based Learning (PBL). Grounded in the PBLWorks (Buck Institute for Education) Gold Standard framework, this cohort will guide participants through a structured progression - from exploring the research and design elements behind high-quality PBL, to developing problem-based learning tasks, and ultimately designing and implementing a full-scale PBL unit during the final marking period.
Cohort members will alternate between in-person and virtual sessions throughout the year, while also building a collaborative professional community along the way.

What You'll Gain
✓ Deep understanding of the PBLWorks Gold Standard design elements
✓ Hands-on experience designing and facilitating problem-based lessons
✓ A completed, classroom-tested PBL unit ready for future use
✓ A supportive network of colleagues committed to student-centered instruction

Topic(s)
- Reflection
- Turnkey Presentation Development

In Preparation for this session, Please:
- Come with successes and challenges encountered during your end-of-year PBL task (likely still in progress).

73. Diploma and Credential Options for Students with Disabilities

Program: Regional Partnership Center

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

Dates: 6/1/2027

New

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

74. Testing Accommodations for Students with Disabilities

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: Special Education Teachers, General Education Teachers, Building Principals/Administrators, Committee on Special Education (CSE) Chairpersons, Parents/Families

Dates: 6/9/2027

New

Participants will:
- know the purpose of test accommodations.
- define test accommodations.
- understand their role in supporting a student with their test accommodations.
- recognize that instructional accommodations used in the classroom should be aligned with the testing accommodations provided during assessment.

75. Project-Based Learning Teacher Cohort - Session 7 - Charlotte Valley CSD

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Audience: Teachers and Leaders

Dates: 6/10/2027

A Year-Long Professional Learning Experience
Are you ready to transform your classroom through authentic, student-driven learning?
We are seeking dedicated educators to join an exciting year-long professional learning cohort focused on Project-Based Learning (PBL). Grounded in the PBLWorks (Buck Institute for Education) Gold Standard framework, this cohort will guide participants through a structured progression - from exploring the research and design elements behind high-quality PBL, to developing problem-based learning tasks, and ultimately designing and implementing a full-scale PBL unit during the final marking period.
Cohort members will alternate between in-person and virtual sessions throughout the year, while also building a collaborative professional community along the way.

What You'll Gain
✓ Deep understanding of the PBLWorks Gold Standard design elements
✓ Hands-on experience designing and facilitating problem-based lessons
✓ A completed, classroom-tested PBL unit ready for future use
✓ A supportive network of colleagues committed to student-centered instruction

Topic(s)
- Wrap up/Share out
- Present Team Turnkey Presentation

In Preparation for this session, Please:
- Come with final turnkey presentation
- Complete implementation of end-of-year PBL task

76. Project-Based Learning Teacher Cohort - Session 7 - Gilboa-Conesville CSD

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Audience: Teachers and Leaders

Dates: 6/10/2027

A Year-Long Professional Learning Experience
Are you ready to transform your classroom through authentic, student-driven learning?
We are seeking dedicated educators to join an exciting year-long professional learning cohort focused on Project-Based Learning (PBL). Grounded in the PBLWorks (Buck Institute for Education) Gold Standard framework, this cohort will guide participants through a structured progression - from exploring the research and design elements behind high-quality PBL, to developing problem-based learning tasks, and ultimately designing and implementing a full-scale PBL unit during the final marking period.
Cohort members will alternate between in-person and virtual sessions throughout the year, while also building a collaborative professional community along the way.

What You'll Gain
✓ Deep understanding of the PBLWorks Gold Standard design elements
✓ Hands-on experience designing and facilitating problem-based lessons
✓ A completed, classroom-tested PBL unit ready for future use
✓ A supportive network of colleagues committed to student-centered instruction

Topic(s)
- Wrap up/Share out
- Present Team Turnkey Presentation

In Preparation for this session, Please:
- Come with final turnkey presentation
- Complete implementation of end-of-year PBL task

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