1. Encourage Summer Reading!

Program: School Library System

Audience: Questar III BOCES Teachers and Librarians

Dates: 5/10/2022

Closed

Join SLS Specialist Amanda Karian and special guest, NYSED Librarian, Sharon Phillips to learn about fun summer reading initiatives for your students!
In this session you will learn about:

-Sora Sweet Reads summer reading program
-NYS summer reading initiative, Oceans of Possibilities
-Tips and ideas for promotion
-Turnkey resources you can use to promote summer reading ASAP!

A Zoom link will be sent to participants via Frontline the day before the webinar.

2. May 2022 Communication Coordinator Meeting

Program: School Library System

Audience: School Librarians

Dates: 5/13/2022

Closed

One of at least four meetings for SLS Communication Coordinators as mandated by NY State Education Law 90.18. Communication coordinators are updated on topics relevant to the profession such as changes in curriculum, technology, and the Information Fluency Continuum. Professional Development is provided on current issues. Information is disseminated to district librarians after each meeting. All school librarians are welcome.

3. Demystify Cataloging and Processing - Asynchronous

Program: School Library System

Audience: School Librarians

Dates: 7/11/2022

Closed

Have you ever put off filling out a vendor specification form because you don't totally understand how?

Have you ever opened a MARC file and said "huh?"

If terms like RDA, MARC field, holding, barcode range, subject heading, topical heading, or subtype make you tremble with uncertainty, then this is the PD for you!

By the end of this asynchronous session you will finally feel confident about cataloging and processing!

Directions for the asynchronous PD will be sent to registrants on July 11th and you will have one month to complete it.

4. August STAC Talk

Program: Special Education Aid Assistance Service

Dates: 8/9/2022

CTLE

STAC for Beginners, Access/File Transfer Manager, Placement Types, DCERT, Verification Process, Timelines and Helpful Reports

5. Learn what Destiny 19.5 has to offer

Program: School Library System

Audience: Questar III SLS Automation Members

Dates: 8/16/2022

Closed

Intended audience: Questar III SLS Automation Members

Learn about the exciting enhancements that Destiny 19.5 has to offer. Updates will be released over the summer for Destiny Library Manager, Destiny Discover, Collections by Destiny, and more. You will be provided a comprehensive look at the new features and functionality.

A Zoom link will be sent to registrants the day before the webinar

6. September STAC Talk

Program: Special Education Aid Assistance Service

Dates: 9/13/2022

CTLE

Calculating In-District Placements, DCPUB Calculation and 2021-2022 10-Month STACs

7. New School Librarian Orientation

Program: School Library System

Audience: School Librarians

Dates: 9/29/2022

Closed

This full day orientation will prepare new school librarians for a successful year. Topics to be covered include: SLS support, online resources, collection development, library program evaluation and goal setting, and advocacy. Attendance is required for librarians in the SLS Mentor program. All school librarians new to the Questar III region strongly encouraged to attend.

8. Communication Coordinator Meeting - GENERAL MEMBERSHIP

Program: School Library System

Audience: School Librarians in the Questar III Region

Dates: 10/4/2022

Closed

Quarterly meetings for SLS Communications Coordinators as mandated in NY State Education Law 90.18. Communications Coordinators are updated on topics such as NY State Education updates, technology, and Information Fluency Skills. Professional development is provided on current issues. Information is brought back to other librarians in their districts. Format determined by level of transmission.

9. Assistant Principals Roundtable - A FREE Quarterly Virtual PLC Series

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Assistant, Associate, or Vice Principals

Dates: 10/5/2022 to 5/10/2023

Overview: School Improvement Leadership Coaches and Professional Development Specialist will will facilitate four one-hour virtual PLC meetings, to be called "Quarterly Roundtables” for school personnel working in the area / role of Assistant, Vice, or Associate Principal . The goals for this PLC are: Support Assistant Principals in understanding the role of the Assistant Principal, honing skills, and discussing challenges Share best practices specifically intended for Assistant Principals Offer an environment where participants can network, collaborate, and make connections with peers in their own and other regional school districts This will be a virtual session offered via Zoom to registered participants.

10. Book Buzz - Fall 2022 Edition

Program: School Library System

Audience: School librarians and other educators

Dates: 10/5/2022 to 12/7/2022

Closed

Book Buzz - If you love books, but don't have time to read them all, then please join us for some rigorous discussion about great new books. All that's required is your latest read (published within the last 2 years) and your thoughts. It's an awesome way to find out what books are out there and if they might work in your library or classroom. We meet once a month, three times in the fall. That's it! Hope to see you there. Participants must attend all meetings to receive full credit. All meetings will be held online. Access information will be sent out the day before the event.

11. Supplemental Schedules 10-16 Webinar

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 10/6/2022

CTLE

Do you operate your own Summer §4408 Program? Struggling with completing Supplemental Schedules SS10-SS16 in the ST-3? Help is available! We are holding a Zoom training session on preparing the supplemental schedules and tips to help understand your rate. Please feel free to join us and/or any of your staff responsible for this task.

12. October STAC Talk

Program: Special Education Aid Assistance Service

Dates: 10/11/2022

CTLE

ESY Overview: Full & Half Day Programs, 9015 A-D Programs, Transportation Costs and Receivables

13. Learn about Teen Health & Wellness, the newest SLS provided resource!

Program: School Library System

Audience: Secondary level educators who work in Rensselaer, Greene, or Columbia county

Dates: 10/19/2022

Closed

The Questar III School Library System now offers, at no cost to districts, Rosen's Teen Health & Wellness database.

We hope you can join our virtual session to learn more about this award winning resource. Teen Health & Wellness provides middle and high school students with up-to-date, nonjudgmental, straightforward curricular, and self-help support. Articles are correlated to state and national standards.

A zoom link will be sent to registrants the day before the session.

14. Jennifer LaGarde (aka Library Girl) Book Study: Developing Digital Detectives

Program: School Library System

Audience: School LIbrarians

Dates: 10/21/2022 to 12/15/2022

Closed

Questar III School Library System will be holding an author study of Jennifer LaGarde's books. Join us in this virtual reading and discussion of Developing Digital Detectives: Essential Lessons for Discerning Fact from Fiction in the "Fake News" Era by Jennifer LaGarde and Darren Hudgens. All participants will receive a copy of the book.

Registrants will receive access information prior to the beginning of the book study. Each week will be worth 1 hour of PD credit.

Tentative schedule:
10/16-21: Introduction, Chapters 1 & 2
10/23-28: Chapters 3 & 4
10/30-11/4: Chapters 5 - 7
11/6-11: Virtual Discussion 11/7/22 3-4pm, no assigned reading
11/13-18: Chapter 8
11/20-25: Thanksgiving week, no assigned reading or activities
11/27-12/2: Chapter 9
12/4-12/9: Chapter 10
12/15, 3-4:30pm: Celebration & Virtual Discussion with Jennifer LaGarde!!

15. School Library System Council Meeting #1

Program: School Library System

Audience: Questar III SLS Council Members

Dates: 10/27/2022

Closed

Quarterly meeting of the School Library Council. The Council acts as the Board of Trustees in guiding the School Library System with goals, objectives and action plans. This group is represented by school librarians, administrators, public librarians, Capital District Library Council, NERIC, local University School of Library and Information programs, and members at large.

16. Equitable Family Engagement for Multilingual Learners led by (Dr. Gliset Colon)

Program: Capital District RBE-RN

Audience: ELL Teachers, Parent-Coordinators, Administrators and education stakeholders

Dates: 11/7/2022 to 6/7/2023

Description: The Equitable Family Engagement for Multilingual Learners series is for teachers, parent-coordinators, administrators, and other education related stakeholders. This learning series will consist of virtual workshops and is informed by the most current evidence-based research on parent and family engagement and delivery of services to multilingual students and their families. Participants who attend the "Equitable Family Engagement for Multilingual Families” series will be able to assess the effectiveness of their own family engagement efforts and learn about equitable family engagement practices. December 13, 2022 (4:30pm-6pm) Family engagement strategies February 6, 2023 (9am-12pm) Family engagement strategies April 3, 2023 (4:30pm-6pm) Family engagement strategies May 10, 2023 (4:30pm-6pm) Family engagement strategies May 24, 2023 (4:30pm-6pm) Family engagement strategies June 7, 2023 (9am-12pm) Sharing of educator artifacts; Reflections; Planning for the future **Just a kindly reminder a zoom link will be shared a day before the event**

17. NoodleTools, a fantastic choice for student research management

Program: School Library System

Dates: 11/16/2022

Closed

Join Questar III School Library System for an introductory session on the award winning student research management platform, NoodleTools!
Session agenda:

-Review of the basics
-Resources for students and teachers
-Q & A

A Zoom link will be emailed via Frontline the day before the webinar.

18. Dignity for All Students Act Training (DASA) - Asynchronous

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Individuals seeking educator certification in New York State

Dates: 11/17/2022

The amended Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) took effect on July 1, 2013, under this amended legislation beginning January 1, 2014, all persons applying to the NYS Education Department for an administrative or supervisory service, classroom teaching service or school service certificate or coaching license must complete six (6) hours of coursework or training in harassment, bullying and discrimination prevention and intervention. The training proactively addresses the social patterns of harassment, bullying and discrimination and is designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to create an affirming school environment for all students. Participants must complete all of the required coursework at a satisfactory level in order to receive credit for course completion. The due date for this coursework is December 15, 2022. Payment of $80.00 must be received before a participant is marked as COMPLETED. Please make the check payable to Questar III BOCES and send to Debbie Rozniewski at 10 Empire State Boulevard, Castleton, NY 12033. The web link to the training materials will be sent out to registrants once registration is complete and paid in full.

19. November STAC Talk

Program: Special Education Aid Assistance Service

Dates: 11/22/2022

CTLE

Open Forum/Live Discussion on STAC Topics, What To Focus On and Q&A

20. Bilingual Special Education Virtual Series led by (Dr.Tamara Alsace) and (Dr.Gliset Colon)

Program: Capital District RBE-RN

Dates: 12/12/2022 to 6/6/2023

This professional development series focuses on the areas of effective programmatic, instructional and assessment practices in bilingual special education. This learning series will be applicable for classroom teachers and related services personnel as well as administrators and other school/district leaders and is based on a developmental model to support and sustain school leaders and classroom teachers through virtual workshops. This learning series is informed by the most current evidence-based research on the continuum of services for English language learners/Multilingual learners (ELLs/MLLs) with disabilities.

The series will be virtual:

The sessions will focus on preparing classroom teachers to implement the strategies discussed in the text and school leaders to lead the work and follow up on implementation of the strategies and practices presented to teachers. Each session will be held from 9:00am-12:30pm via zoom.

- 1/2 day session (3.5 hours) December 12, 2022.
o Issues and trends in bilingual special education,
o Access to quality dual language/ENL education,
o CLRT in bi/multilingual inclusive settings

- 1/2 day session (3.5 hours) April 24, 2023.
o Culturally responsive assessment,
o MTSS,
o IEP planning

- 1/2 day session (3.5 hours) June 6, 2023.
o Specially designed instruction for multilingual learners
o Writing development,
o Transition planning,
o Social-emotional learning
***A zoom link will be share a day before the event***

21. December STAC Talk

Program: Special Education Aid Assistance Service

Dates: 12/13/2022

CTLE

Homeless Youth

22. Learn about Sora Classroom Features with your School Library System!

Program: School Library System

Audience: All educators who work within Rensselaer, Columbia, or Greene county

Dates: 12/13/2022

Closed

Learn easy-to-implement tips and tricks to integrate Sora into classroom curriculum. In this session:
Expand vocabulary to increase comprehension
Highlight examples, main ideas, supporting details, etc
Increase text interaction
Facilitate organization and resourcefulness
Boost metacognition
MORE!
We will also have time for a Q&A session. We hope you can join us.
A Zoom link will be emailed to registrants via MLP the day before the webinar.

23. Developing Digital Detectives: a Conversation with Jennifer LaGarde

Program: School Library System

Audience: School librarians

Dates: 12/15/2022

Closed

Join us for a virtual conversation on "Next Generation Information Literacy" with Jennifer LaGarde, aka Library Girl and author of Developing Digital Detectives.

24. Dignity for All Students Act Training (DASA) - Asynchronous

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Individuals seeking educator certification in New York State

Dates: 12/19/2022

The amended Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) took effect on July 1, 2013, under this amended legislation beginning January 1, 2014, all persons applying to the NYS Education Department for an administrative or supervisory service, classroom teaching service or school service certificate or coaching license must complete six (6) hours of coursework or training in harassment, bullying and discrimination prevention and intervention. The training proactively addresses the social patterns of harassment, bullying and discrimination and is designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to create an affirming school environment for all students. Participants must complete all of the required coursework at a satisfactory level in order to receive credit for course completion. The due date for this coursework is January 16, 2023. Payment of $80.00 must be received before a participant is marked as COMPLETED. Please make the check payable to Questar III BOCES and send to Debbie Rozniewski at 10 Empire State Boulevard, Castleton, NY 12033. The web link to the training materials will be sent out to registrants once registration is complete and paid in full.

25. Book Forecasting: YMA edition

Program: School Library System

Audience: School librarians, classroom teachers

Dates: 1/10/2023 to 2/1/2023

Wait List

Join book experts Alicia Abdul and Stacey Rattner as they talk about the American Library Association's Youth Media Awards. This two session hybrid series will include predictions, discussion of awards, and an event celebrating this year's award winning titles. Catch all the buzz while learning how to use these resources with students and in your library program! Tuesday January 10, 7pm: join Alicia and Stacey on Zoom to discuss predictions for this year's awards. If you are unable to make the live Zoom, a recording will be made available. Participants can view the recording and complete a Google Form to receive full credit. Wednesday February 1, 7pm: we will host a live Zoom to celebrate the year's winning titles and discuss the awards and how to incorporate them into your program.

26. Communication Coordinator Meeting #2/Council Meeting

Program: School Library System

Audience: School Librarians in the Questar III Region

Dates: 1/11/2023

Closed

Quarterly meetings for SLS Communications Coordinators as mandated in NY State Education Law 90.18. Communications Coordinators are updated on topics such as NY State Education updates, technology, and Information Fluency Skills. Professional development is provided on current issues. Information is brought back to other librarians in their districts. Format determined by level of transmission. All school librarians are welcome. **SNOW DATE 1/12/2023**

27. Jennifer LaGarde (aka Library Girl) Book Study: Developing Digital Detectives

Program: School Library System

Audience: School LIbrarians

Dates: 1/16/2023 to 3/13/2023

Closed

Questar III School Library System will be holding an author study of Jennifer LaGarde's books. Join us in this virtual reading and discussion of Developing Digital Detectives: Essential Lessons for Discerning Fact from Fiction in the "Fake News" Era by Jennifer LaGarde and Darren Hudgens.

Registrants will receive access information prior to the beginning of the book study. Each week will be worth 1 hour of PD credit.

Tentative schedule:
1/16-22: Introduction\
1/23-29: Chapter 1
1/30-2/5: Chapter 2
2/6-12: Chapter 3
2/13-19: Chapter 4
2/20-26: Winter Break, no assigned reading or activities
2/27-3/5: Chapter 5
3/6-12: Chapters 6 & 7
3/13-19: Chapters 8, 9, 10

28. January STAC Talk

Program: Special Education Aid Assistance Service

Dates: 1/17/2023

CTLE

Review of Aid Categories and Statute of Limitations

29. Dignity for All Students Act Training (DASA) - Asynchronous

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Individuals seeking educator certification in New York State

Dates: 1/18/2023

The amended Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) took effect on July 1, 2013, under this amended legislation beginning January 1, 2014, all persons applying to the NYS Education Department for an administrative or supervisory service, classroom teaching service or school service certificate or coaching license must complete six (6) hours of coursework or training in harassment, bullying and discrimination prevention and intervention. The training proactively addresses the social patterns of harassment, bullying and discrimination and is designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to create an affirming school environment for all students. Participants must complete all of the required coursework at a satisfactory level in order to receive credit for course completion. The due date for this coursework is February 15, 2023. Payment of $80.00 must be received before a participant is marked as COMPLETED. Please make the check payable to Questar III BOCES and send to Debbie Rozniewski at 10 Empire State Boulevard, Castleton, NY 12033. The web link to the training materials will be sent out to registrants once registration is complete and paid in full.

30. Exploring Nature Webinar

Program: School Library System

Audience: ALL EDUCATORS

Dates: 1/20/2023

Closed

Exploring Nature Science Education Resource - Life Science, Earth Science, and Physical Science Resources for Students and Teachers K-12.

All teacher have access to Exploring Nature, free of charge, until 6/31/23. Please take advantage of this wonderful trial opportunity. It is a truly valuable and quality resource.

Trial information will be given at the webinar.
/ A Zoom link will be sent to registrants the day before the webinar. Hope to see you there!

31. Book Buzz - Spring 2023 Edition

Program: School Library System

Audience: School librarians and other educators

Dates: 2/7/2023 to 4/4/2023

Closed

Book Buzz - If you love books, but don't have time to read them all, then please join us for some rigorous discussion about great new books. All that's required is your latest read (published within the last 2 years) and your thoughts. It's an awesome way to find out what books are out there and if they might work in your library or classroom. We meet once a month, three times in the spring. That's it! Hope to see you there. Participants must attend all meetings to receive full credit. All meetings will be held online. Access information will be sent out the day before the event.

32. Learn What's New with NewsBank

Program: School Library System

Audience: All Educators

Dates: 2/8/2023

Closed

NewsBank's resources prepare K-12 students for success by enhancing critical thinking and information literacy skills. In this session you'll learn how to easily integrate these valuable resources into your curriculum and classrooms. We'll cover the following in our session: collection overview, insider search techniques, helpful engagement strategies, and answers to frequently asked questions. All districts receive free access to NewsBank's Access World News (including the Times Union) through Questar III School Library System. A Zoom link will be emailed to registrants the day before the webinar.

33. Financial Mathematics for the Next Generation

Program: School Improvement

Audience: High School Math Teachers, Coaches and Administrators, CTE Integrated Math Teachers

Dates: 2/13/2023 to 4/17/2023

Participants will investigate current financial curriculum resources provided by SEFCU and NGPF, delving into how these and potentially other resources can be integrated into existing and/or new courses or programs of study. Alignment to NYS Next Generation Mathematics Learning Standards will be addressed, so that resources can be utilized in courses appropriately sequenced in the third or fourth year of high school. Giving our students the tools for financial solvency and independence is more important than ever, especially in our rapidly changing world!
The intended audience is HS math teachers, coaches, and administrators interested in integrating relevant financial mathematics into a third or forth year math course, as well as CTE integrated math teachers (financial literacy is a required component for the third year math course offered in conjunction with the technical programs.)

34. February STAC Talk

Program: Special Education Aid Assistance Service

Dates: 2/14/2023

CTLE

Mid-Year Review, Aid Projections and NYSED Gold Star Report

35. POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER - Discover TeachingBooks with your School Library System!

Program: School Library System

Audience: All educators within Rensselaer, Columbia, or Greene county

Dates: 2/25/2023

Closed

Join Questar III School Library System to discover the award winning resource, TeachingBooks! Together we will explore videos filmed in authors' studios, lessons, book trailers, and vocabulary lists. You will discover resources that will expand the experience your readers have with books. You will learn how to deepen connections to books while discovering online materials to engage readers, support families, and empower colleagues.

We offer TeachingBooks to all districts, at no charge.

A Zoom link will be emailed to registrants the day before the webinar.

36. Follett User Group

Program: School Library System

Dates: 3/2/2023

Closed

Intended for librarian members of the Questar III Follett Automation CoSer.

In this session we will discuss updates and enhancements in Destiny Discover.

There will also be workshop time to address individual challenges, goals, and/or projects.

This meeting is in-person at the Questar III Central Office. There will not be a virtual option.

37. School Library System Council Meeting #3

Program: School Library System

Audience: Questar III SLS Council Members

Dates: 3/7/2023

Closed

Quarterly meeting of the School Library Council. The Council acts as the Board of Trustees in guiding the School Library System with goals, objectives and action plans. This group is represented by school librarians, administrators, public librarians, Capital District Library Council, NERIC, local University School of Library and Information programs, and members at large.

38. March STAC Talk

Program: Special Education Aid Assistance Service

Dates: 3/14/2023

CTLE

DVPUB Verifications, DCPUB and DCPOD Screens

Conference

39. Reignite Your Passion! Questar III Regional PD Day - March 17, 2023

Program: School Improvement

Dates: 3/17/2023

Reignite Your Passion! Regional PD Day will include virtual sessions to choose from at 10:00, 11:00, 1:00, and 2:00. Virtual sessions are intended for the general audience. Select specialized groups (Assistant Principals, Deans, Admin Interns, AP Social Studies, AP English, AP Math, Art, Library, Music, Nurses, PT/OT, PE and Health, Grades 3 - 8 Science, Counselors, Psychologists, SROs and Security, Social Workers, Secondary Science, Technology and World Language) may choose to participate in FULL DAY on-site workshops. ONLY members of the previously listed groups should register for the FULL DAY onsite workshops. All other participants should select virtual session offerings. Please make a selection for all slots. Choose NOT APPLICABLE if you are not participating in an event during a specific time slot.

40. TeaTime

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 3/21/2023

CTLE

A new webinar series dedicated to helping school district treasurers.

41. Jennifer LaGarde - Developing Digital Detectives: Next Generation Information Literacy - Communication Coordinator Meeting #3

Program: School Library System

Audience: School Librarians in the Questar III Region

Dates: 3/30/2023

Closed

Jennifer LaGarde, aka "Library Girl", will present on the topic of next generation information literacy which is found in her book Developing Digital Detectives. Participants will leave with real world ideas that they can apply as soon as they get back to their library on the topic of information literacy. Participants will also receive a copy of Developing Digital Detectives by Jennifer LaGarde and Darren Hudgens. Lunch will be provided. All school librarians are encouraged to attend. Attendees will receive a copy of Developing Digital Detectives by Jennifer LaGarde and Darren Hudgens. This will also count as one of the four meetings for SLS Communication Coordinators as mandated by NY State Education Law 90.18. Quarterly meetings for SLS Communications Coordinators as mandated in NY State Education Law 90.18. Communications Coordinators are updated on topics such as NY State Education updates, technology, and Information Fluency Skills. Professional development is provided on current issues. Information is brought back to other librarians in their districts. Format determined by level of transmission.

42. April STAC Talk

Program: Special Education Aid Assistance Service

Dates: 4/18/2023

CTLE

Review March Payments New School Year Prep: 2022-23 Program Dates Summer School Applications Reapplications

43. Check Your Shelf: Recently Published Books Teens Will Love

Program: School Library System

Audience: All secondary educators

Dates: 4/26/2023

Closed

Students are not the only ones who benefit from book talks; teachers do too! Join this session to learn about quality, recently published YA books. Each book talk will be shared with participants to use with their students.

44. Dignity for All Students Act Training (DASA) - Asynchronous

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Individuals seeking educator certification in New York State

Dates: 5/1/2023

The amended Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) took effect on July 1, 2013, under this amended legislation beginning January 1, 2014, all persons applying to the NYS Education Department for an administrative or supervisory service, classroom teaching service or school service certificate or coaching license must complete six (6) hours of coursework or training in harassment, bullying and discrimination prevention and intervention. The training proactively addresses the social patterns of harassment, bullying and discrimination and is designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to create an affirming school environment for all students. Participants must complete all of the required coursework at a satisfactory level in order to receive credit for course completion. The due date for this coursework is May 26, 2023. Payment of $80.00 must be received before a participant is marked as COMPLETED. Please make the check payable to Questar III BOCES and send to Debbie Rozniewski at 10 Empire State Boulevard, Castleton, NY 12033. The web link to the training materials will be sent out to registrants once registration is complete and paid in full.

45. Encourage Summer Reading with SLS & NYSED!

Program: School Library System

Dates: 5/11/2023

Closed

Join SLS Specialist Amanda Karian and special guest, NYSED Librarian, Sharon Phillips to learn about fun summer reading initiatives for your students!
In this session you will learn about:

-Sora Sweet Reads summer reading program
-NYS summer reading initiative, All Together Now
-Tips and ideas for promotion
-Resources you can use to promote summer reading ASAP!

This is a virtual offering and a Zoom link will be sent to participants via Frontline the day before the webinar.

46. May STAC Talk

Program: Special Education Aid Assistance Service

Dates: 5/16/2023

CTLE

Open Forum/Live Discussion, Wrapping Up the Fiscal Year, Preparing for June 30 and ESY Q&A

47. Communication Coordinator Meeting #4 - Media Literacy in NY: Reports from the Field

Program: School Library System

Audience: School Librarians in the Questar III Region

Dates: 5/17/2023

Closed

Please join the School Library Systems Association of NY (SLSA) for a full-day professional development designed for school librarians on media literacy. Participants will define media literacy and how it integrates into their curriculum. We will dive into the role school librarians play in teaching and supporting media literacy instruction, and hear from NY school librarians (PK-12) who are actively teaching media literacy skills to their students. Participants will be guided through the Project Look Sharp Media Decoding Tool Kit to explore pre-made NYS lesson plans focusing on media literacy skills. Quarterly meetings for SLS Communications Coordinators as mandated in NY State Education Law 90.18. Communications Coordinators are updated on topics such as NY State Education updates, technology, and Information Fluency Skills. Professional development is provided on current issues. Information is brought back to other librarians in their districts. Format determined by level of transmission. All school librarians are welcome.

48. Asynchronous: The Seven Steps to a Successful Follett Inventory

Program: School Library System

Audience: School librarians from districts participating in the Questar III Library Automation CoSer

Dates: 6/1/2023

Intended audience: school librarians from districts participating in the Questar III Library Automation CoSer.
Conducting an inventory of your collection helps to determine resource shortages or surpluses, so you can utilize your book budget most effectively. In this asynchronous session, you will learn the 7 steps necessary to complete a successful collection inventory:

Preparation
Creating new inventory in the system
Scanning best practices
Uploading barcodes
Cleanup
Locating and reading reports
Finalizing

This session will conclude with the submission of one learning task: complete an inventory of a small subsection of your collection then submit your results by June 23rd by 11:59 p.m.

Directions will be emailed to registered participants on June 1, 2023.

49. Dignity for All Students Act Training (DASA) - Asynchronous

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Individuals seeking educator certification in New York State

Dates: 6/5/2023

The amended Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) took effect on July 1, 2013, under this amended legislation beginning January 1, 2014, all persons applying to the NYS Education Department for an administrative or supervisory service, classroom teaching service or school service certificate or coaching license must complete six (6) hours of coursework or training in harassment, bullying and discrimination prevention and intervention. The training proactively addresses the social patterns of harassment, bullying and discrimination and is designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to create an affirming school environment for all students. Participants must complete all of the required coursework at a satisfactory level in order to receive credit for course completion. The due date for this coursework is June 30, 2023. Payment of $80.00 must be received before a participant is marked as COMPLETED. Please make the check payable to Questar III BOCES and send to Debbie Rozniewski at 10 Empire State Boulevard, Castleton, NY 12033. The web link to the training materials will be sent out to registrants once registration is complete and paid in full.

50. June STAC Talk

Program: Special Education Aid Assistance Service

Dates: 6/6/2023

CTLE

Common STAC Errors - A Walk Through and June 30th Statute of Limitations

51. The Future of Education

Program: School Improvement

Dates: 6/9/2023

Starting Today

THIS EVENT IS BY INVITATION ONY - CIA COUNCIL MEMBERS, CSE CHAIRPERSONS, and PRINCIPALS from SCHOOLS IN THE QUESTAR III BOCES REGION. Join us for a thought-provoking active session on the Future of Education with Dr. Bill Daggett who will share the latest information that will bear on the future of our PK -12 systems. Don't miss this opportunity to hear from an internationally acclaimed speaker and author who will inspire you and challenge your thinking about how we can best prepare our students for their futures.

52. June Knowledge Cafe

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 6/14/2023

CTLE

Starting Soon

Topics: Review SBO Calendar

53. Ed Tech Roundtable - Creative Computing with Cricut and Canva

Program: Model Schools

Audience: Members of the Educational Technology Roundtable

Dates: 6/15/2023

Starting Soon

NOTE: This session is an extension of Educational Technology Roundtable Sessions.
PREREQUISITE: Registration/participation in prior roundtable sessions.
Many of our districts are offering educational technology camps/classes this summer for students and/or teachers. A popular request by teachers is utilizing Cricuts and Canva to create classroom displays and/or activities. Two of our Ed Tech Roundtable members will be facilitating this workshop to provide an introduction to creating with Cricut and Canva and how these tools can meet some of the New York Computer Science and Digital Fluency Standards. This is an optional extension session for members of the Educational Technology Roundtable. All current registrants to the Roundtable sessions will be emailed this additional registration link.

54. TeaTime

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 6/20/2023

CTLE

A new webinar series dedicated to helping school district treasurers. Getting Ready to upload your accounting records into the ST-3 and preparing your supplemental schedules SS1-SS8.

55. Dignity for All Students Act Training (DASA) - Asynchronous

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Individuals seeking educator certification in New York State

Dates: 7/6/2023

The amended Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) took effect on July 1, 2013, under this amended legislation beginning January 1, 2014, all persons applying to the NYS Education Department for an administrative or supervisory service, classroom teaching service or school service certificate or coaching license must complete six (6) hours of coursework or training in harassment, bullying and discrimination prevention and intervention. The training proactively addresses the social patterns of harassment, bullying and discrimination and is designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to create an affirming school environment for all students. Participants must complete all of the required coursework at a satisfactory level in order to receive credit for course completion. The due date for this coursework is July 28, 2023. Payment of $80.00 must be received before a participant is marked as COMPLETED. Please make the check payable to Questar III BOCES and send to Debbie Rozniewski at 10 Empire State Boulevard, Castleton, NY 12033. The web link to the training materials will be sent out to registrants once registration is complete and paid in full.

56. Newcomer Asynchronous Workshop Series

Program: Capital District RBE-RN

Dates: 7/10/2023

In this asynchronous workshop series, participants will review and reflect upon topics relevant to understanding, supporting, and engaging Newcomer students and their families.

This is a self-paced workshop consisting of five separate activities offered on a Learning Menu.

Participants can earn 2 CTLE credits for the completion of each menu activity or up to 10 CTLE credits for completing the entire menu.

Learning Menu topics are:

"Who are our Newcomers?"

"Welcoming Newcomers to a Safe and Thriving School Environment"

"High-Quality Instruction for Newcomer Students"

"How do we support Newcomers' Social Emotional Needs?"

"Establishing Partnerships with Families"

A link to the Learning Menu will be provided to participants on July 10th with access to the menu until August 31st.
Presenter: Dr. Virginia Guglielmo-Brady

57. Equity Partnerships: A Culturally Proficient Guide to Family, School, and Community Engagement Book Study

Program: Capital District RBE-RN

Dates: 7/10/2023

In this asynchronous book study participants will discover new concepts and strategies to engage families and communities-and reduce, if not eliminate, barriers - through four essential principles: communication, connection, collaboration, and community.

Participants will independently reflect on their reading through Google Forms that will be sent out on July 10th.

Participants will have until August 25 to complete the assignments for CTLE credits.
Participants who register by June 16th will receive a free copy of the book. This asynchronous opportunity can be completed July 10- August 25, 2023. Presenter: Jessa Waterhouse

58. Elementary Required Science Investigations

Program: School Improvement

Dates: 7/12/2023

This will be a hands-on in person session geared toward learning all about the four elementary (grades 3 - 5) required science investigations.

59. July Coffee Talk

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 7/12/2023

CTLE

Topics: Review SAP Resources and Welcome to SAP Service for 23-24 School Year

60. What Makes a SIFE and How Do We Identify Them? SIFE Session 1

Program: Capital District RBE-RN

Dates: 7/12/2023

This workshop will provide an overview of the SIFE identification process as well as what criteria must be considered for appropriate screening, identification, and placement of diverse SIFE students. This will be the first workshop in a year long series addressing Students with Interrupted/Inconsistent Formal Education.

Presenter: Jessa Waterhouse

61. ENL 101 for Administrators and Teacher Leaders

Program: Capital District RBE-RN

Dates: 7/12/2023

This workshop will introduce participants to the CR-Part 154 regulations for English Language Learners. This presentation will cover the identification process, ELL required services and what they should look like.

Presenter: Jessa Waterhouse

62. Intermediate Required Science Investigations

Program: School Improvement

Dates: 7/12/2023

This will be a hands-on in person session geared toward learning all about the four intermediate (grades 6 - 8) required science investigations.

63. July STAC Talk

Program: Special Education Aid Assistance Service

Dates: 7/18/2023

CTLE

Open Forum/Live Discussion, Reflecting on the Past Year, STAC Updates, Planning for the New Year Q&A

64. Pre-K for Potential ELL Students: What do I do next?

Program: Capital District RBE-RN

Dates: 7/18/2023

PreK teachers are watching the potential ELL population in their classrooms continually grow. So the question that is being asked more and more is...how do I provide my students with the skills they need? This PD will describe some of the methods and strategies that research and classroom experiences have proven to be effective in preparing these young students for Kindergarten.

Presenter: Kristen Vadnais

65. July Knowledge Café

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 7/19/2023

CTLE

New

Topics: Review SBO Calendar

66. SIFE: Instructional Protocols: Session 2

Program: Capital District RBE-RN

Dates: 7/19/2023

Participants will be introduced to a variety of instructional protocols to support SIFE Students. This will be the second workshop in a year-long series addressing Students with Interrupted/Inconsistent Formal Education. Presenter: Jessa Waterhouse

67. Strategies for supporting Spanish Heritage Language Learners in the World Language classroom

Program: Capital District RBE-RN

Dates: 7/19/2023

Many heritage language learners (HLL) study their home language in the context of mixed classes, that is, classes with second language learners (L2) and heritage language learners. Because HLL students have a wide variation in their familiarity and proficiency in the heritage language, HLL classrooms need to be able to best meet their needs. In this session, we will look at different strategies to support the Spanish HLL in the World Language classroom while developing a climate of mutual respect and learning.

Presenter: Dr. Juanita Reyes and Mr. Ricardo Estremera

68. Book Study: The Person You Mean To Be

Program: School Library System

Dates: 7/19/2023 to 8/16/2023

New

The Person You Mean To Be by Dolly Chugh
An engaging, evidence-based book about how to battle biases, champion diversity and inclusion, and advocate for others. Dolly Chugh is an award-winning social psychologist at New York University Stern School of Business. In this book she discusses difficult issues including sexism, racism, and inequality. Many of us believe in equality, diversity and inclusion. But how do we stand up for those values in our turbulent world? This book is the smart, "semi-bold" person's guide to fighting for what you believe in. Through compelling stories and surprising science, she reports, Dolly guides each of us closer to being the person we mean to be.

Books will be provided to participants who register by June 16, 2023. Contact your local SLS director for details on how to get your copy.

Join your colleagues for learning and discussion in five sessions:
Meeting #1, 7/19/26 12-2pm: Lunch & Learn Kickoff at Questar III Conference Center, 10 Empire State Blvd, Castleton NY 12033 (lunch will be provided)
Meeting #2, 7/26/23 10-11:30am: Virtual
Meeting #3, 8/2/23 10-11:30am: Virtual
Meeting #4, 8/9/23 10-11:30am: Virtual
Meeting #5, 8/16/23 12-2pm: Lunch & Learn Final Session at Capital Region BOCES, 900 Watervliet-Shaker Rd, Albany NY 12205 (lunch will be provided)

69. Foundations of Multicultural Education (Part I )

Program: Capital District RBE-RN

Audience: Virtual

Dates: 7/20/2023

This presentation will provide the knowledge, skills and dispositions that enable K-12 teachers to facilitate learning among students from various linguistic and cultural backgrounds. Specifically, we will (1) explore variations in personality, educational background, social class, ethnicity, national origin, language, and culture; (2) analyze the issues of race, racism, and culture in historical and contemporary perspectives.
Presenters: Dr. Juanita Reyes and Mr. Ricardo Estremera

70. Book Study: Coaching for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Belonging in Early Childhood

Program: Capital District RBE-RN

Dates: 7/25/2023

In this introductory hybrid book study, participants will read, reflect and contextualize information and theories from the first three chapters, associated with Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Belonging (DEIAB) in Early Childhood education.

This workshop consists of 3 separate activities offered on a Choice Board, as well as 2 virtual meetings to discuss the ground work behind these practices.

Participants can earn 2 CTLE credits for the completion of each Choice Board activity or up to 8 CTLE credits for completing all activities and attending the 2 virtual meetings.

Choice Board topics are as follows:

Definitions and Myths

Purposeful Language, Intersectionality, and Subjective vs. Objective Language

Emotional Intelligence, Kind Vs. Nice, Hindering Communication, Active Listening and Using Communication

A link to the Choice Board will be provided.

Participants will have until Aug. 24th to complete the assignments for CTLE credits.

Participants who register by July 1st will receive a free copy of the book.

July 25th-Agust 24th Virtual Meetings on August and 1st and August 15th. Presenter: Kristen Vadnais

71. Google for Education

Program: Model Schools

Dates: 7/26/2023

Join School Improvement Specialist Jen Risko, a Google for Education Certified Educator Level 2, to learn all about how Google for Education works for teachers. This session will be an interactive experience with Google for Education tools such as Sheets, Slides, Docs, Forms, and Drive. During the session, you will be introduced to what is new with Google as well as learn tips and tricks to best utilize Google for Education in your classroom. This session is intended for anyone who uses or would like to better utilize Google for Education - all levels welcome.

72. TCIS Update Revisions: Refresher Training

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Certified TCIS trainers in need of annual refresher training.

Dates: 7/27/2023 to 7/28/2023

This update is designed to assist certified TCIS trainers in designing and implementing effective and school specific TCIS refresher training in order to enhance individual and organization performance. Factors that facilitate still transfer and maintenance will be discussed. An effective format for representing TCIS materials using the model of "discussion, demonstration, and practice" will be presented. Participants will be asked to present activities appropriate for refresher training during this update. In advance of the update, participants will be asked to bring activity guides and critical incidents (identifying information deleted) for review and use during the practice activities. A heavy emphasis is placed on advancing the skill development of the participants in the areas of the early intervention strategies, crisis co-regulation, Live Space Interview, physical skills, and risk assessment. THE DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS WEDNESDAY, JUNE 14, 2023.

73. Multicultural Education (Part II)

Program: Capital District RBE-RN

Dates: 7/27/2023

This is a continuation of the foundations of Multicultural Education. Here we will (1) explore strategies for teaching multicultural and multilingual English language learners in K-12 settings, and (2) identify obstacles to participation in the educational process by diverse cultural and ethnic groups. At the completion of these two parts, the participant should have a general understanding of multicultural education and be able to discuss and create student centered inclusive practices around issues of race, ethnicity, language, religion, gender, and sexual orientation for their educational contexts.

Presenters: Dr. Juanita Reyes and Mr. Ricardo Estremera

74. Dignity for All Students Act Training (DASA) - Asynchronous

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Individuals seeking educator certification in New York State

Dates: 8/1/2023

The amended Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) took effect on July 1, 2013, under this amended legislation beginning January 1, 2014, all persons applying to the NYS Education Department for an administrative or supervisory service, classroom teaching service or school service certificate or coaching license must complete six (6) hours of coursework or training in harassment, bullying and discrimination prevention and intervention. The training proactively addresses the social patterns of harassment, bullying and discrimination and is designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to create an affirming school environment for all students. Participants must complete all of the required coursework at a satisfactory level in order to receive credit for course completion. The due date for this coursework is August 30, 2023. Payment of $80.00 must be received before a participant is marked as COMPLETED. Please make the check payable to Questar III BOCES and send to Debbie Rozniewski at 10 Empire State Boulevard, Castleton, NY 12033. The web link to the training materials will be sent out to registrants once registration is complete and paid in full.

75. Teacher Lead Evaluator Training - Initial

Program: School Improvement

Audience: School Leaders and Administrators

Dates: 8/2/2023

This webinar will dive deeper into performance levels and hands on practice, with emphasis on: inter-rater reliability, impact on your role as an administrator, and how the APPR process can be used to strengthen your school's goals. We will practice scoring an example using video clips and your district rubric. Participants will hone their evaluation skills and fulfill the re-certification requirements and use the rubrics determined in their own district APPR plan.

76. Teacher Lead Evaluator Training - Recertification

Program: School Improvement

Audience: School Leaders and Administrators

Dates: 8/2/2023

This webinar will dive deeper into performance levels and hands on practice, with emphasis on: inter-rater reliability, impact on your role as an administrator, and how the APPR process can be used to strengthen your school's goals. We will practice scoring an example using video clips and your district rubric. Participants will hone their evaluation skills and fulfill the re-certification requirements and use the rubrics determined in their own district APPR plan.

77. Tools and resources to teach Spanish Grammar: syllabification, accent marks, and vocabulary

Program: Capital District RBE-RN

Dates: 8/2/2023

Frankly, when most people think of "grammar" they don't get very excited. But Spanish grammar doesn't have to be a chore to teach; in fact, with the right tools, it can be a low-friction endeavor and even a fun one! Here we offer tools and resources that would help you maintain the student's interest and attention while getting familiar with Spanish grammar rules for syllabification, accent marks, and even some vocabulary.

Presenter: Dr. Juanita Reyes

78. Questar III Teacher Lead Evaluator Training - Initial

Program: School Improvement

Audience: School Leaders and Administrators

Dates: 8/9/2023

This webinar will dive deeper into performance levels and hands on practice, with emphasis on: inter-rater reliability, impact on your role as an administrator, and how the APPR process can be used to strengthen your school's goals. We will practice scoring an example using video clips and your district rubric. Participants will hone their evaluation skills and fulfill the re-certification requirements and use the rubrics determined in their own district APPR plan.

79. Questar III Teacher Lead Evaluator Training - Recertification

Program: School Improvement

Audience: School Leaders and Administrators

Dates: 8/9/2023

This webinar will dive deeper into performance levels and hands on practice, with emphasis on: inter-rater reliability, impact on your role as an administrator, and how the APPR process can be used to strengthen your school's goals. We will practice scoring an example using video clips and your district rubric. Participants will hone their evaluation skills and fulfill the re-certification requirements and use the rubrics determined in their own district APPR plan.

80. SIFE: Critical Thinking Tools: Session 3

Program: Capital District RBE-RN

Dates: 8/9/2023

Participants will be introduced to a variety of critical thinking tools to support SIFE Students in engaging with grade-level concepts across academic contexts. This will be the third workshop in a year-long series addressing Students with Interrupted/Inconsistent Formal Education.

Presenter: Jessa Waterhouse

81. Introduction to Follett Library Manager and the QIII Automation Service: A Comprehensive Guide for New and/or Current Users

Program: School Library System

Audience: Members of the Questar III Automation Service

Dates: 8/15/2023

New

Intended audience: Members of the Questar III Automation Service

Are you new to using Follett Library Manager, or would you like a refresher on how to use the system? In this session, we will cover the basics of the QIII Automation Service and show you how to effectively utilize the system for your day-to-day practices.

We highly encourage you to stay and participate in a more in-depth training session immediately following this session.

This is an in-person session located at the Questar III Central Office.

82. What's It About? Bringing Concrete to Visual in the Elementary Math Classroom

Program: School Improvement

Dates: 8/15/2023

In this session you will learn strategies for solving word problems. Included in these strategies is how to bring learning from the concrete stage to the visual stage. Participants will leave with a clear understanding of how to employ word problem strategies while learning about bringing students out of the concrete stage of learning and into the visual stage.

83. Early Reading Skills for ELL Students Grades K-2

Program: Capital District RBE-RN

Dates: 8/15/2023

Teaching ELL students how to read may seem almost impossible, but rest assured, it does not require learning an entirely new method. The strategies that will be introduced in this PD will equip you with tools and resources to address the unique needs of K-2 ELL students.

Presenter: Kristen Vadnais

84. Learn what Destiny 20.0 has to offer!

Program: School Library System

Audience: Questar III SLS Automation Members

Dates: 8/15/2023

ClosedNew

Intended audience: Questar III SLS Automation Members

Learn about the exciting enhancements that Destiny 20.0 has to offer. Updates will be released over the summer for Destiny Library Manager, Destiny Discover, Collections by Destiny, and more. You will be provided a comprehensive look at the new features and functionality.

There will be time at the end to work on site specific goals.

This is an in-person meeting at Questar III Central Office

85. Next Generation Algebra 1

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Algebra 1 Teachers and Math Teacher Leaders

Dates: 8/16/2023

Come learn about the shifts in the Algebra 1 Regents Exam and the impact that will have on your curriculum and pacing. This will include the impact from changes in 8th grade this year. Leave not only with content information and resources, but also with instructional ideas for success on the Regents and in this and future math courses.

86. Teacher Lead Evaluator Training - Initial

Program: School Improvement

Audience: School Leaders and Administrators

Dates: 8/16/2023

This webinar will dive deeper into performance levels and hands on practice, with emphasis on: inter-rater reliability, impact on your role as an administrator, and how the APPR process can be used to strengthen your school's goals. We will practice scoring an example using video clips and your district rubric. Participants will hone their evaluation skills and fulfill the re-certification requirements and use the rubrics determined in their own district APPR plan.

87. Teacher Lead Evaluator Training - Recertification

Program: School Improvement

Audience: School Leaders and Administrators

Dates: 8/16/2023

This webinar will dive deeper into performance levels and hands on practice, with emphasis on: inter-rater reliability, impact on your role as an administrator, and how the APPR process can be used to strengthen your school's goals. We will practice scoring an example using video clips and your district rubric. Participants will hone their evaluation skills and fulfill the re-certification requirements and use the rubrics determined in their own district APPR plan.

88. August Knowledge Café

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 8/16/2023

CTLE

New

Topics: Review SBO Calendar

89. Get Everyone On The Bus! Strategize and Individualize Learning

Program: School Improvement

Audience: General Education, Special Education, Reading Teachers, Coaches and Teaching Assistants of Students in Grades K-5

Dates: 8/17/2023

During this session, participants will learn evidence based strategies for reading, writing and math in order to create specially designed instruction for students with disabilities. Choosing the right strategies and lessons for struggling learners can make all the difference for students and teachers. Come learn what this looks like for phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, comprehension, math computation, word problems and writing process strategies. Walk away knowing how to implement them in your classroom for the fall!

90. August Coffee Talk - Session 1

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 8/21/2023

CTLE

Topics: State Aid Week - ST-3

91. Intermediate Required Science Investigations

Program: School Improvement

Dates: 8/22/2023

This will be a hands-on in person session geared toward learning all about the four intermediate (grades 6 - 8) required science investigations.

92. Elementary Required Science Investigations

Program: School Improvement

Dates: 8/22/2023

This will be a hands-on in person session geared toward learning all about the four elementary (grades 3 - 5) required science investigations.

93. Practical Ways to Implement SEL in Any Classroom

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Teachers and Teacher Leaders of any content or level

Dates: 8/23/2023

During this session, participants will explore a variety of ways to implement social-emotional learning strategies in any classroom. Strategies shared with participants will be designed to support and enhance student academic learning goals and objectives during teacher lessons. Strategies shared will focus on improving student behavior, engagement, and buy-in. Bring ideas for units or lessons that could be enhanced in this way. There will be hands-on workshop time for teachers to implement the strategies during the session.

94. August Coffee Talk - Session 2

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 8/23/2023

CTLE

Topics: State Aid Week - Form A

95. New School Year, New Books 2023 Edition

Program: School Library System

Dates: 8/23/2023

New

With one half of the day dedicated to children's and middle grade books and the other half dedicated to young adult literature, presenters Stacey Rattner and Alicia Abdul will highlight the books of 2023 as everyone gears up for a new school year. The sessions will include brief interludes of discussion on current topics in book selection, as well as tips on enticing students to read them. Participants will be provided a booklist.
This session will be held in-person at Capital Region BOCES, 900 Watervliet-Shaker Rd, Albany NY 12205.
Lunch will be provided.

96. Develop Deeper Learning with Ed Tech

Program: Model Schools

Dates: 8/24/2023

Do you have a favorite lesson or unit that needs some pizazz? Join Stephanie Carbone for a fun, hands-on session which will allow participants the opportunity to enhance a lesson planned for the coming school year. Participants will learn easy, innovative ways to harness the power of technology to create formative and summative assessments, scaffold activities, include VR field trips or objects to increase comprehension, provide students with opportunities for voice/choice- all within the curriculum! At the end of the session, participants will have an engaging lesson/unit which is ready to use in the coming year. Participants are encouraged to bring any lesson of their choice to the workshop.

97. August Coffee Talk - Session 3

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 8/25/2023

CTLE

Topics: State Aid Week -Form FB/FT

98. Deconstructing the United States History Regents (Framework) Exam

Program: School Improvement

Dates: 8/28/2023

Participants will be engaged with a deep dive into the two first administrations in the U.S. History Regents. We will look at the breakdown of the questions, topics, and grading rubrics so we can engage in best practices to help our students succeed on this new Regents Examination. Participants will collaborate in a variety of ways with the goal of implementing discussed practices into their classrooms.

99. Teacher Lead Evaluator Training - Initial

Program: School Improvement

Audience: School Leaders and Administrators

Dates: 8/30/2023

This webinar will dive deeper into performance levels and hands on practice, with emphasis on: inter-rater reliability, impact on your role as an administrator, and how the APPR process can be used to strengthen your school's goals. We will practice scoring an example using video clips and your district rubric. Participants will hone their evaluation skills and fulfill the re-certification requirements and use the rubrics determined in their own district APPR plan.

100. Teacher Lead Evaluator Training - Recertification

Program: School Improvement

Audience: School Leaders and Administrators

Dates: 8/30/2023

This webinar will dive deeper into performance levels and hands on practice, with emphasis on: inter-rater reliability, impact on your role as an administrator, and how the APPR process can be used to strengthen your school's goals. We will practice scoring an example using video clips and your district rubric. Participants will hone their evaluation skills and fulfill the re-certification requirements and use the rubrics determined in their own district APPR plan.

101. The Science of Reading

Program: School Improvement

Audience: K-2 General Education Teachers, K-4 Special Education Teachers, Elementary Teacher Leaders, AIS Providers

Dates: 8/31/2023

In this session, The Science of Reading: What Does it Really Mean to Early Literacy Instruction? Teachers will gain a clear understanding of how The Science of Reading movement has evolved and what its implications are on early literacy instruction. Teachers will leave with strategies to employ in the classroom to target all areas under the "Science of Reading" umbrella. Please come ready to participate in an active session of learning.

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