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1. Data Dashboard Cohort (GV BOCES Districts Only)

Program: School Improvement

Audience: DSS Data Dashboard District Leaders

Dates: 8/16/2023 to 2/6/2024

In Person
The Driving Student Success (DSS) Dashboard Cohort is designed for leaders from our partner districts using EduTech's Dashboard Service and will consist of four modules, beginning on August 16th. It is ideally timed with the restart of accountability, as one underlying theme with accountability is that there is always room for improvement. Each session will provide professional learning and scenarios to help participants to understand how to dig into dashboard data and leverage it to inform decision making and uncover areas for improvement. There will also be an opportunity to collaborate with nearby/partner districts. The first session will be held in person. At that time, the group will decide if the cohort wishes to combine participants from GV & W-FL BOCES and meet virtually or in person.

2. School Social Work Peer Group 2023-2024

Program: Trauma, Illness and Grief (TIG)

Audience: School Social Workers

Dates: 9/12/2023 to 6/11/2024

Meet with other school social workers in the region for professional development, case reviews, peer support/mentorship and networking. Drop in format, come to as many sessions as you can.

3. TIG Primary Contact Meetings

Program: Trauma, Illness and Grief (TIG)

Audience: TIG Primary Contact from each district

Dates: 9/19/2023 to 4/25/2024

The "TIG Primary Contact" a person from your district that may be the point of contact in a critical incident. These meetings are designed to bring ongoing support and training, and learn from other districts. Meetings will include table top exercises, debriefing critical incidents and providing guidance on supporting your TIG team.

4. Leadership Cohort Sessions

Program: School Improvement

Audience: School Administators

Dates: 10/12/2023 to 3/28/2024

In Person
Lunch Provided
Closed
Explore the overarching leadership theory based on the four obsessions of effective leaders.

October 12, 2023: Climate and Culture. We will take time to talk about important factors that we as leaders must consider when building, transitioning and maintaining the kind of climate and culture we want, one that optimizes the learning experiences we are able to provide to our students.

November 16, 2023: The Confrontation of Self. The session will provide time for self reflection and awareness to promote the growth and change in ourselves that will allow us to be the type of leaders our staff and students deserve.

January 25, 2024: Communication. Participants will analyze their own communication strengths and weaknesses while building a framework to move forward in their work with stronger strategic communication skills that will best serve staff, students and the school community.

March 28, 2024: Initiating, Managing and Leading Change. Time will be spent exploring how the four obsessions together serve us in moving our organization forward while examining the most powerful ways in which change can be brought about in both our staff and our organization as a whole.

Lunch Included

5. Global History & Geography Cohort

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Grades 9-10 Global History & Geography Teachers

Dates: 10/18/2023 to 4/17/2024

In Person
Lunch Provided
The Global History & Geography Cohort will afford grades 9 and 10 global teachers the opportunity to connect with other global teachers. The Global History & Geography Cohort model is structured to provide NYSED/regional updates and collaborative opportunities. The goal of the cohort is to learn best practices and why they work, as well as what these practices look like in a classroom. The work of the cohort in 2023-2024 will have three key areas of focus: investigating the implementation of retrieval practices, deepening content knowledge, and harnessing the latest technology to teach social studies.

6. Science 5-8 Cohort

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Grades 5-8 Science Teachers

Dates: 10/24/2023 to 3/12/2024

In Person
Lunch Provided
The Science 5-8 Cohort will afford intermediate-level science teachers the opportunity to connect with other 5-8 science teachers. The cohort model is structured to provide NYSED/regional updates and collaborative opportunities. The goal of the cohort is to learn best practices and why they work, as well as what these practices look like in a classroom. Participants will collaborate with colleagues to implement the best practices and reflect on implementation. The cohort structure also allows teachers to share personal implementation and reflections with the larger group. The focus will be on creating storylines and 3D lessons that reflect the disciplinary core ideas, crosscutting concepts, and science and engineering practices identified in the NYS P-12 Science Learning Standards.

7. US History & Government Cohort

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Grades 7-8 Social Studies and Grade 11 U.S. History & Government Teachers

Dates: 10/26/2023 to 4/24/2024

In Person
Lunch Provided
The US History & Government Cohort will afford grades 7-8, and 11 social studies teachers the opportunity to connect with other social studies teachers. The cohort model is structured to provide NYSED/regional updates and collaborative opportunities. The goal of the cohort is to learn best practices and why they work, as well as what these practices look like in a classroom. The work of the cohort in 2023-2024 will have three key areas of focus: investigating the implementation of retrieval practices, deepening content knowledge, and harnessing the latest technology to teach social studies.

8. Strategies for Multiplication and Division (New Date 12/19/23)

Program: School Improvement

Audience: K-8 General Education, Special Education & Intervention Teachers, Instructional Coaches, and Administrators

Dates: 11/9/2023

Synchronous
There are five significant strategies for multiplication and division of whole numbers laying the foundation for later number types. This session is a deep dive into those strategies highlighting what they are and how they work while providing classroom-ready resources to help you teach them.

Mr. SanGiovanni is also offering two more sessions, if you are interested in other mathematical fluency professional learning, please review those Frontline descriptions.

9. Seal of Civic Readiness Forum

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Administrators or Educators Implementing or Exploring The Seal

Dates: 11/9/2023 to 3/27/2024

Please consider joining us for a forum on the most recent work for the New York State Seal of Civic Readiness in the Genesee Valley BOCES. We will discuss and engage the successes and challenges that a project like The Seal presents. This session will afford Seal districts an opportunity to network and engage with colleagues on a variety of strategies to meet the needs of students. Whether your district is currently involved with The Seal, or hopes to get started next year, this session will be a fit for you.

Participants will receive the Zoom link prior to the session.

10. Instructional Coaching Cohort (New and Returning Cohort Members)

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Instructional Coaches and Administrators

Dates: 11/15/2023 to 5/15/2024

In Person
Lunch Provided
Instructional coaching has proven to be an effective strategy for personal teacher growth, increased student achievement, and individualized professional development. In this cohort, participants will collaborate with other coaches in the region to focus on improving our practice, sharing effective coaching strategies, and having collegial dialogue regarding the implementation of the cohort model. Participants can expect to collaborate and problem-solve, as well as explore the characteristics of the most effective coaches. Coaches will discuss high-impact teaching strategies and learn how to share these strategies with colleagues.

If you are a new instructional coach and have never been to the cohort meetings, you will need to take the 9/27/2023 prerequisite session. This is a separate registration link in Frontline.

11. LiNC - Librarian Networking Collective

Program: School Library System

Audience: PreK-12 School Librarians

Dates: 1/16/2024

Have you ever wished you could have more conversations with other school librarians? Have you looked for a supportive community to share the challenges and joys of being a school librarian at your grade level? Do you want to talk to your colleagues that "get it”? This group is for you! In LiNC, you will be among friends. We will foster a supportive, collaborative, joyful community of school librarians in Monroe One and 2 BOCES and the Genesee Valley BOCES regions. Throughout this twenty-week Schoology course, some discussions will be K-12 and others will be split by grade level. We will also host periodic Zoom meetings where we can put faces to names and have live discussions. This work will be asynchronous, with weekly discussions and resources posted by the facilitators, as well as opportunities for you to set the topic. Each week should take only about a half hour, so you have the opportunity to earn a half credit of CTLE per week. You can participate as much or as little as you would like, and credits will be granted based upon how much you choose to participate. Since capacity varies throughout the year, we understand and expect that not everyone will be able to join in every discussion. We hope this will be a place to share advice and resources, to ask questions, to validate your experiences, and to learn from each other. The Zoom meetings will be posted separately. Disregard the date below as this will start January 16 and run until June 14. This group is for PreK-12 School Librarians only.

12. PeaceFull Kids Wellness Series Modules 3-8

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: All Teachers, assistants, admin, counselors

Dates: 1/23/2024 to 3/12/2024

This workshop is only open to those that completed Modules 1 & 2 in the Fall, 2023. Those who have completed these Modules will receive a personal invitation. If you have not received an invitation, please DO NOT REGISTER. SERIES TOPICS: January 23, 2024-Module 3: Positive Emotions January 30, 2024-Module 4: Engagement & Flow February 6, 2024-Module 5: Relationships February 27, 2024-Module 6: Meaning March 5, 2024-Module 7: Achievement March 12, 2024-Module 8: Deepen Your Understanding of Resilience and Optimism Time 7:00-8:30pm 9 CTLE hours Zoom Links will be sent on the day of each presentation. Participants will receive 1.5 CTLE credits for each module that they attend. Please inform Juanita & Pat if you are unable to attend with a valid reason.

13. ENVoY: A Personal Guide to Classroom Management Book Study

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: 10

Dates: 1/30/2024 to 3/13/2024

Want to continue to hone your Classroom Management by examining non-verbal communication skills? Join Michael Grinder, an internationally recognized expert, who assists teachers' growth around this concept. This opportunity will be a Blended Book Study utilizing Schoology and Zoom. The first 25 Genesee Region or Tri-County Teacher Center participants that register by January 18th will receive a copy of the book via your Policy Board member. Others will need to purchase their own copy for the book study. ENVoY (Educational Non-Verbal Yardsticks) is Michael Grinder's distillation of the best and most practical management techniques gleaned from over a decade of personal research(visiting over 4,000 classrooms). This book is a collection of 31 nonverbal management skills which foster a win-win atmosphere in the classroom. It can be used by the individual teacher or utilized as a manual for professional development and is ideally suited for peer coaching. You will learn how to: get the class's attention quicker; employ transitions effectively; increase concentration and productivity during seatwork; have more energy both during the school day and at home; and positively influence the single most powerful leverage point in education -- the teacher/student relationship. (credit: Amazon.com)

14. Online Book Study: Learning to Depolarize by Kent Lenci

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Grades 6-12 General/Special Education Teachers, Interventionists, Instructional Coaches, Teacher Leaders, and Administrators

Dates: 2/28/2024 to 5/16/2024

Book Study
Book Included
Closed
The 2024 presidential election is approaching sooner than we realize, and you might find yourself engaging in political discussion more frequently with your students and colleagues. Maybe you always were? Are you struggling with divided political mindsets in your classroom? Finding it challenging to work with parents on hot-button issues? Join School Improvement for a ten-week book study to explore and discuss Learning to Depolarize by Kent Lenci. The text describes how teachers and administrators can prepare students for the partisan political world they are set to enter upon graduation. Through extensive research and experience in the classroom, Lenci offers strategies and practices to help students collaborate and converse across social and political divides. Topics addressed by this work include the causes and consequences of political polarization in our society, why schools must address the challenge head-on, bridge-building in the classroom, media literacy and social-emotional learning as tools for depolarization, and partnering with parents across the divide. Kent Lenci will kick off our book study with a synchronous meeting on 2/28/24. He will be one of our featured speakers at Genesee Valley BOCES, in the Fall of 2024, just before the presidential election as well!

Course Launch Date: February 28, 2024

Course Close Date: May 16, 2024

Format: Online Hybrid Book Study

Location: Zoom/Google Classroom

Registration Closes On: February 21, 2024

15. Online Book Study: Closing the Writing Gap

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Grades 1-12 Teachers, Reading Specialists, Instructional Coaches, and Administrators

Dates: 3/1/2024

Book Study
Book Included
Closed
Join School Improvement for an eight-week book study to explore and discuss the text: Closing the Writing Gap, by Alex Quigley. Participants will explore the technical and practical aspects of how children learn to write and learn how a synthesis of research can maximize instructional shifts of practice. This book study will include intervaled reading and discussion sections to address key topics including: grammar, sentence-level composition, disciplinary writing, and practical strategies.

Participants can expect to participate in a virtual book study by reading, writing, and posting on the Schoology platform. A syllabus and a copy of the book will be provided to participants prior to the book study launch date. Assignments and discussions will be posted throughout the week. In order to receive credit, participants must complete all requirements. CTLE hours will be awarded based upon online participation and completion of course tasks.

Course Launch Date: Friday, March 1, 2024

Course Close Date: Friday, April 26, 2024

Format: Online Book Study

Location: Schoology

16. Regional CSE Chairperson Meeting (Genesee Valley BOCES Districts Only)

Program: Special Education

Audience: Gensee Valley BOCES Regional Special Education Administrators

Dates: 3/21/2024

In Person
Regional CSE Chairperson Meetings are to provide special education leaders in the Genesee Valley BOCES area with updates from the Office of Special Education, NSYED, and regional networks. Time will also be given up to guest speakers, professional learning, and collaborative projects.

17. The Not So Simple View of Reading: Introduction to the Science Behind Reading (Part One)

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Grades K-12 General and Special Education Teachers, Interventionists, Instructional Coaches, Teacher Leaders, and Administrators

Dates: 3/22/2024

Asynchronous
Closed
This professional learning opportunity is the first in a four-part series designed around best practices for teaching reading. This self-paced course will introduce the concept of the science of reading. The intent of this course is to learn about key, scientifically-based, reading research foundations critical for understanding how reading develops. Topics include: understanding reading research, cognitive psychology's contributions to understanding the reading process, the essential components of reading instruction, and various foundational conceptual models like The Simple View of Reading (Gough & Tunmer, 1986).

The asynchronous content will be sent to registered participants prior to the day of the session. Participants will have from March 22 to April 22, 2024 to complete all requirements to earn session credit. CTLE credit will be determined by calculating the mean of both course completion and time on task.

18. The Not So Simple View of Reading: Language Comprehension (Part Three)

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Grades K-12 General and Special Education Teachers, Interventionists, Teacher Leaders, Instructional Coaches, and Administrators

Dates: 3/22/2024

Asynchronous
Closed
This professional learning opportunity is the third session in a four-part series around best practices for teaching reading. This self-paced course will explore the language comprehension portion of The Simple View of Reading (Gough & Tunmer, 1986), which is a foundational conceptual model every teacher should know how to apply in their classroom. From this course, participants will learn that when readers are able to derive meaning from spoken language, coupled with mastery of decoding skills, they will be able to comprehend what they read. This session will explore verbal reasoning, literacy knowledge, language structures, background knowledge, and vocabulary.

The asynchronous content will be sent to registered participants prior to the day of the session. Participants will have from March 22 to April 22, 2024 to complete all requirements to earn session credit. CTLE credit will be determined by calculating the mean of both course completion and time on task. CTLE credit will be determined by calculating the mean of both course completion and time on task.

19. The Not So Simple View of Reading: Reading Comprehension (Part Four)

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Grades K-12 General and Special Education Teachers, Interventionists, Teacher Leaders, Instructional Coaches, and Administrators

Dates: 3/22/2024

Asynchronous
Closed
This professional learning opportunity is the fourth and final session in a four-part series designed around best practices for teaching reading. This self-paced course will explore the reading comprehension portion of The Simple View of Reading (Gough & Tunmer, 1986), which is a foundational conceptual model every teacher should know how to apply in their classroom. Reading comprehension is the act of understanding and interpreting information within a text. This comprehension results from efficient decoding and the ability to understand language. This self-paced course will allow participants to explore the traits of a skilled comprehender, the role of fluency, the importance of background knowledge, and the role of memory.

The asynchronous content will be sent to registered participants prior to the day of the session. Participants will have from March 22 to April 22, 2024 to complete all requirements to earn session credit. CTLE credit will be determined by calculating the mean of both course completion and time on task.

20. The Not So Simple View of Reading: Word Recognition (Part Two)

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Grades K-12 General and Special Education Teachers, Interventionists, Teacher Leaders, Instructional Coaches, and Administrators

Dates: 3/22/2024

Asynchronous
Closed
This professional learning opportunity is the second session in a four-part series designed around best practices for teaching reading. This self-paced course will explore the decoding, or word recognition portion, of The Simple View of Reading (Gough & Tunmer, 1986), which is a foundational conceptual model every teacher should know how to apply in their classroom. Throughout this self-paced course, participants will have the opportunity to explore the underlying elements of word recognition (the ability to read words accurately and automatically). Many elements of this complex, multifaceted process will be explored, such as concepts of print, phonological awareness, phonics, and sight word recognition.

The asynchronous content will be sent to registered participants prior to the day of the session. Participants will have from March 22 to April 22, 2024 to complete all requirements to earn session credit. CTLE credit will be determined by calculating the mean of both course completion and time on task.

21. The Science Behind Reading Series: Orthographic Mapping

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Grades K-12 General and Special Education Teachers, Interventionists, Teacher Leaders, Instructional Coaches, and Administrators

Dates: 3/22/2024

Asynchronous
Closed
Orthographic mapping is the mental process proficient readers use to permanently store words for immediate, effortless retrieval. Ehri (2014) and Kilpatrick (2015) argue that proficient readers recognize most words by sight, rarely needing to employ phonics skills. This asynchronous session will explore the three components of orthographic mapping, the relationship between orthographic mapping and phonic decoding, and ways to teach reading in light of the process.

The asynchronous content will be sent to registered participants prior to the day of the session. Participants will have from March 22 to April 22, 2024 to complete all requirements to earn session credit. CTLE credit will be determined by calculating the mean of both course completion and time on task.

22. Reading Network

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Reading Teachers

Dates: 3/22/2024

At this meeting we will be diving into our book study resource The Reading Comprehension Blueprint by Nancy Lewis Hennessy. Please come to the network meeting prepared to discuss and share your reflections on these questions from the book: page 28 bullet two, page 30 bullet two, page 35 bullet four, page 46 bullet one, page 75 bullet three, page 78 bullet two, page 98 bullet one, page 111 bullet one, page 124 bullet two, page 142 bullet three, page 153 bullet one, page 154 bullet one, page 177 bullets two and three. Use appendix 9.3 (pages 228 - 259) for note taking. Bring any resources with you that you feel will add to the topic of Reading Comprehension. See you then!

23. Spring Pre-K/Kindergarten Network Meeting

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Pre-K and Kindergarten Teachers

Dates: 3/26/2024

We have created a wonderful support network in this group and this meeting is an opportunity for us to come together and chat about our plans to finish off the 2023-24 school year. Please join us for the chance to gather, support one another, collaborate and hopefully you will be able leave with a few ideas and resources that you can implement in your classroom. Tentative Agenda: Introduction / Sharing Share your favorite steam activity Discuss and share ideas to meet sensory needs of our students Member Presentations/ sharing Bring your favorite go to center, activity, resource, game, or make and take for Spring or the end of thes school year Members have asked for ideas about behavioral issues and calm corners if you have examples please share As always, if you have a topic or anything you want discussed at the meeting just send me an email and I will add it to the agenda Brainstorming plans for a Fall 2024 Network meeting

24. World Language Network-A Day At The Mag

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: World Langauge Teachers

Dates: 3/27/2024

Join the GRTC and TCTRC World Language Network educators for a day of professional development at MAG! Tour the museum with Adam Koneman, Museum Educator for School Outreach, who will introduce possibilities for arts integration and provide an overview of MAG's programs and resources for students and teachers. There will be facilitated experiences in the galleries that model using Artful Thinking Routines to collaboratively respond to works of art with an emphasis on Social Emotional Learning competencies as well as time to independently explore the collection. This workshop will also include art-making with the guidance of a Teaching Artist. Take planning for the revised standards to the next level in this day of professional collaborative learning!

25. Passion For Kindness Book Study Author: Tamara Letter

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Teachers, Administrators

Dates: 4/7/2024

In this course, educators will learn about the power of kindness and positivity as a source of personal inspiration as well as how to encourage others to become kindness cultivators. The course also provides opportunities for educators to promote joy, opportunities for healing, and growth in self-awareness for themselves as educators in an increasingly negative world. This learning can be helpful to help overcome exhaustion and/or burnout, and also provide a sense of purpose. Activities and strategies in this book can be used as lessons and activities for personal growth, and in the classroom. Educators will be given suggestions for ways to help students evaluate their own thought and speech patterns and become kindness cultivators. The real life stories and easy to implement strategies and language can help begin a kindness and positivity boomerang effect that can radiate beyond our classrooms and environments where we implement our learning. Educators will read the book (2 chapters per week) and complete activities in Schoology at their own pace, asynchronously. There will be one Google Form check-in at the halfway point to provide the instructor with feedback so adjustments can be made, if necessary. A course evaluation will be completed at the end.

26. How to Teach Executive Function In Any Classroom (Grade 4-12)

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 4/8/2024 to 5/9/2024

New
Want your students to focus attention, remember instructions, plan, organize, set goals, and be able to juggle multiple tasks? Executive Functioning Skills are the mental processes that enable students to do so. They lay the foundation for learning! When students have daily practice employing them they are more likely to succeed academically and in the workplace. This course will focus on a suite of Executive Functions that research has shown have a positive impact on students and their academic success. Those skills are Working Memory, Planning & Time Management, Organization, Goal Setting, Accountability, and Self-Regulation. Each participant will have access to the asynchronous course How to Teach Executive Function in Any Classroom with Mitch Weathers and will be asked to reflect in Schoology and create a Classroom Action Plan to synthesize your learnings. Mitch Weathers (course instructor) will meet with participants twice during the course to check in and offer additional support to participants. Meeting will be on April 8 & May 9 from 4:00-5:00 Meet Your Instructor: Mitch Weathers is an award winning teacher, speaker, adjunct professor, and creator of Organized Binder. He believes deeply that students are successful when learning in predictable environments. His program equips educators with an instructional protocol to establish a daily routine that gives students practice with and daily modeling of executive functioning skills.

27. US History Regents Regional Calibration Session

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Social Studies Teachers who score US Exams & Grade 11 U.S. History & Government Teachers

Dates: 4/9/2024

InPerson
Closed
Please join us for a regional conversation surrounding the recent grading shifts in the United States History Exam. Participants will engage in a half-day session and grapple with the new structures of the exam and rubrics to calibrate themselves to the expectations set by the New York State Board of Regents.

28. Global Regents Regional Calibration Session

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Social Studies Teachers who score the Global Exams & Global Teachers

Dates: 4/9/2024

InPerson
Please join us for a regional conversation surrounding the grading practices of the Global History Exam. Participants will engage in a half-day session and grapple with the structures of the exam and rubrics to calibrate themselves to the expectations set by the New York State Board of Regents.

29. Building Trauma-Sensitive Schools

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: All

Dates: 4/11/2024

In the United States, at least one in four youth experiences trauma severe enough to negatively affect their school success.* Give hope and help to these students with this reader-friendly how-to guide, your springboard for building responsive, trauma-sensitive preK-12 schools. Drawing on her extensive experience as a school counselor, trainer, and mother, trauma expert Jen Alexander delivers a comprehensive framework for building a safe, supportive school environment that helps all students learn and thrive. You'll start with an evidence-based introduction to the profound impact of trauma on a child's development, attachment, and behavior. Then you'll get an effective multi-tier system of support (MTSS) for developing a trauma-sensitive learning environment, including both universal strategies (Tier 1) and more intensive interventions (Tier 2 and Tier 3) for students who need more support. Compelling anecdotes and sample scripts illuminate challenges and solutions, and the included forms and worksheets are valuable tools for helping educators build the mindset and skills necessary for becoming trauma-sensitive. With this engaging, highly practical guide to what works and why, your school team will gain insights and develop action plans that make a real difference in the lives of all kids, including our most vulnerable youth.

30. TIG Tune Up Series: Crisis Communications: Communicating through a Critical Incident

Program: Trauma, Illness and Grief (TIG)

Audience: Administrators, School Mental Health team, SROs, Nurses,Teachers and Coaches

Dates: 4/17/2024

Learn/Review best practices for crisis communications during a critical incident. Will include review of special skills including Crisis Management Briefing, media management and suicide safe messaging. One hour Zoom discussion.

31. Speech Language Pathologist Network

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Speech Language Pathologists

Dates: 4/18/2024

New
-revisiting Ipad apps for articulation and language -Cycles Approach -specific examples of noting AAC time on the IEP -social-language material share -For the good of the group!

32. Empowering Educators: A Professional Learning Journey through Gradual Release of Responsibility and Basic Elements of Instruction

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Grades PreK-12 General/Special Education Teachers, Interventionists, Instructional Coaches, Teacher Leaders, and Administrators

Dates: 4/23/2024

Join School Improvement for an engaging and impactful professional development opportunity dedicated to the exploration and integration of two influential educational frameworks: the Gradual Release of Responsibility Framework and Michael Schmoker's Basic Elements of Instruction. This session will empower educators with a comprehensive and interconnected approach to pedagogy, ensuring that their teaching practices are not only effective but also firmly grounded in research-based strategies that result in increased student achievement. Don't miss this opportunity to enrich your teaching and make a profound impact on student learning!

33. Spring PE Network

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: PE Teachers

Dates: 5/3/2024

Location #1: Drape's Outdoors - Indoor Archery (Free) 3851 Main St, Piffard, NY 14533 Time: 9:00 am - 11:00am - Instruction and target shooting in the indoor facilities Location #2: York Central School - New Fitness Trail - outside property if weather permits:) Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Lunch: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm (on own in Geneseo) Location #3: Livingston Lanes ($8 per game with shoes) 4260 Lakeville Rd, Geneseo, NY 14454 *Information on fieldtrip information and activities that are offered for large student groups Time: 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Care to Share: 2:30 pm - 3:00 pm

34. Communication Coordinators: Professional Learning

Program: School Library System

Audience: GV BOCES region librarians

Dates: 5/7/2024

TBD

35. Communication Coordinators: Meeting

Program: School Library System

Audience: GV BOCES region librarians

Dates: 5/7/2024

Program, service, & regional updates; questions and sharing.

36. Agricultural Education Cohort

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Agriculture Educators, Technology and Science Teachers

Dates: 5/9/2024

In Person
Lunch Included
The Ag Cohort is intended to provide professional learning for Ag educators. It is an opportunity to collaborate on important issues and topics affecting their practice. Participants will discuss best practices for advancing Ag education programs in districts through classroom instruction, Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE), and Future Farmers of America (FFA). The cohort will collaborate with representative members from organizations such as Future Farmers of America (FFA), Career & Technical Education (CTE), and Agri-businesses in our GV BOCES region. Tours of local Agri-businesses will be scheduled as part of the professional learning day.

Registered participants will receive updates on locations and tours throughout the school year.

Lunch is included.

37. Regional CSE Chairperson Meeting (Genesee Valley BOCES Districts Only)

Program: Special Education

Audience: Gensee Valley BOCES Regional Special Education Administrators

Dates: 5/9/2024

In Person
Lunch Provided
Regional CSE Chairperson Meetings are to provide special education leaders in the Genesee Valley BOCES area with updates from the Office of Special Education, NSYED, and regional networks. Time will also be given up to guest speakers, professional learning, and collaborative projects.

38. Math Specialists and Service Providers Network Meeting

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Math Specialists and Service Providers

Dates: 5/10/2024

New
Please join us for the Spring meeting of the Math RTI Network! At this meeting we will be welcoming presenters from the The Center for Professional Development and Education Reform at the Warner Graduate School at the University of Rochester. They will lead us in professional development on "Teaching and Learning through the Effective Mathematics Teaching Practices.

39. Tune Up Series: Trauma Informed Memorials, Commemorations & Graduations

Program: Trauma, Illness and Grief (TIG)

Audience: Administrators, School Mental Health team, SROs, Nurses,Teachers and Coaches

Dates: 5/15/2024

Learn/Review trauma informed memorials, commemorations, vigils and graduations. Ask questions about your district's Memorial & Commemoration Policy and processes. One hour Zoom discussion.

40. MICRO-CREDENTIAL Authentic Learning-Introduction

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 5/20/2024

Open Year Long
Self Paced
MicroCredential
Engagement

Authentic Learning is a practical approach to engaging students, recognizing that the entire world is a hands-on learning environment. This is based on the text, Authentic Learning Experiences by Dayna Laur.
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link
3. Register for an account or sign in if already registered
4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2024

41. MICRO-CREDENTIAL Building Classroom Communities

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Dates: 5/20/2024

Self paced with completion by May 2024
Classroom Community

Feeling disconnected from your students, or wishing they were more connected to each other? This micro-credential will offer sources that will allow you to curate 4 specific strategies to promote a sense of community in your classroom.
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link https://badgelist.com/GRTC-Teacher-Centers/Building-Classroom-Communities
3. Register for an account or sign in if already registered
4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2024

42. Micro-Credential Equity Challenge Week 10

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: All Audiences

Dates: 5/20/2024

Open Enrollment July to May 20
Self Paced
Diversity

Participating in New York State Teacher Centers' 10 week Equity Challenge will introduce you to equity and how it impacts students and families. This work will support educators as they build local ecosystems of success. This badge corresponds with the activities in Week 9.
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5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2024

43. Micro-Credential Equity Challenge Week 4

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Teachers, Admins,

Dates: 5/20/2024

Open Enrollment July to May 20
Self Paced
Diversity

Participating in New York State Teacher Centers' 10 week Equity Challenge will introduce you to equity and how it impacts students and families. This work will support educators as they build local ecosystems of success. This badge corresponds with the activities in Week 4.
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4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2024

44. Micro-Credential Equity Challenge Week 7

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: All Audiences

Dates: 5/20/2024

Open Enrollment July to May 20
Self Paced
Diversity

Participating in New York State Teacher Centers' 10 week Equity Challenge will introduce you to equity and how it impacts students and families. This work will support educators as they build local ecosystems of success. This badge corresponds with the activities in Week 7.
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
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4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2024

45. Micro-Credential Equity Challenge Week 8

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: All Audiences

Dates: 5/20/2024

Open Enrollment July to May 20
Self Paced
Diverstiy

Participating in New York State Teacher Centers' 10 week Equity Challenge will introduce you to equity and how it impacts students and families. This work will support educators as they build local ecosystems of success. This badge corresponds with the activities in Week 8.
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4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2024

46. Micro-Credential Equity Challenge Week 9

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: All Audiences

Dates: 5/20/2024

Open Enrollment July to May 20
Self Paced
Diversity

Participating in New York State Teacher Centers' 10 week Equity Challenge will introduce you to equity and how it impacts students and families. This work will support educators as they build local ecosystems of success. This badge corresponds with the activities in Week 9. .
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4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2024

47. MICRO-CREDENTIAL Maximizing Success for You & Your Student Teacher

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 5/20/2024

Ongoing July 1, 2023 to May 20, 2024
Self Paced
Mentoring

Mentoring a student teacher supports the profession, but it can also be beneficial to you. This learning will help you maximize those benefits.
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5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2024

48. MICRO-CREDENTIAL NYS CS & DF Standards: Computational Thinking

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Dates: 5/20/2024

Self paced with completion by May 2024
Digital Fluency

"Computational thinking plays an important role in supporting the creation of solutions to problems, both large and small. Algorithms, programs, simulations, and data are essential to all computing systems, empowering people to communicate and collaborate with others around the world.”
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4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2024

49. MICRO-CREDENTIAL NYS CS & DF Standards: Cybersecurity

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Dates: 5/20/2024

Self paced with completion by May 2024
Digital Fluency

"The Cybersecurity standards prepare students to understand why data and computing resources need to be protected, who might access them, and why they might do so whether intentionally malicious or not. It is important that students know how to employ basic safeguards to protect data and computing resources and how to appropriately respond if a breach occurs.”
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4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2024

50. MICRO-CREDENTIAL NYS CS & DF Standards: Digital Literacy

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Dates: 5/20/2024

Self paced with completion by May 2024
Digital Fluency

Digital Literacy is "the ability to leverage computer technology to appropriately access digital information; to create, share, and modify artifacts, and to interact and collaborate with others. Digital literacy includes understanding the benefits and implications of using digital technologies to be successful in our contemporary world.
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5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2024

51. MICRO-CREDENTIAL NYS CS & DF Standards: Impacts of Computing

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Dates: 5/20/2024

Self paced with completion by May 2024
Autism

The Impacts of Computing standards promote an understanding of the evolving impact of computing technologies on society through many lenses, including personal, social, cultural, accessibility, legal, economic, and ethical.
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4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2024

52. MICRO-CREDENTIAL NYS CS & DF Standards: Networks and Systems Design

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Dates: 5/20/2024

Self paced with completion by May 2024
Digital Fluency

The Networks and Systems Design standards aim to prepare students to understand the basic functioning of the computing systems and networks that are used as fundamental tools in our personal and professional lives.
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4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2024

53. MICRO-CREDENTIAL The Together Teacher-Time Management

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 5/20/2024

Ongoing July 1, 2023 to May 20, 2024
Self Paced

Become more organized and manage time better to live a more stress-free life with the Together Teacher System. The book Summary is the main resource for this work.
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5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2024

54. MICRO-CREDENTIAL-NYSTC Equity Challenge Week 1

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: All

Dates: 5/20/2024

Open Enrollment July to May 20
Self Paced
Diversity
Click this link

Participating in New York State Teacher Centers' 10 week Equity Challenge will introduce you to equity and how it impacts students and families. This work will support educators as they build local ecosystems of success. This badge corresponds with the activities in Week 1.
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link
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4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2024

55. MICRO-CREDENTIAL-NYSTC Equity Challenge Week 2

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: All

Dates: 5/20/2024

Open Enrollment July to May 20
Self Paced
Diversity
Click this link

Participating in New York State Teacher Centers' 10 week Equity Challenge will introduce you to equity and how it impacts students and families. This work will support educators as they build local ecosystems of success. This badge corresponds with the activities in Week 2.
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link
3. Register for an account or sign in if already registered
4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2024

56. MICRO-CREDENTIAL-NYSTC Equity Challenge Week 3

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: All

Dates: 5/20/2024

Open Enrollment July to May 20
Self Paced
Diversity
Click this link

Participating in New York State Teacher Centers' 10 week Equity Challenge will introduce you to equity and how it impacts students and families. This work will support educators as they build local ecosystems of success. This badge corresponds with the activities in Week 2.
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link
3. Register for an account or sign in if already registered
4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2024

57. MICRO-CREDENTIALS Google Slides

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 5/20/2024

Ongoing July 1, 2023 to May 20, 2024
Self Paced
Technology

Google Slides is a tool commonly used for presentations, interactive lessons, flyers, worksheet creation, and more. Practice the basics with this badge.
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4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by June 30, 2023

58. MICRO-CREDENTIALS Habits of Mind for 21st Century Learners: An Overview

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 5/20/2024

Open Enrollment July to May 20
Self Paced
Habits of Mind

Builds awareness of how Habits of Mind correlate with the 4 C's of 21st Century Skills & supports students in all aspects of their life.
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5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2024

59. MICRO-CREDENTIALS Helping Students Work Cooperatively Together: A 21st Century Skill

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 5/20/2024

Open Enrollment July to May 20
Self Paced
Cooperative Learning

Gain insight into characteristics of successful collaborators ready for the real world.
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5. Course must be finished by May 30, 2024

60. MICRO-CREDENTIALS Implicit Bias-Overview

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 5/20/2024

Open Enrollment July to May 20
Self Paced
Diversity

Implicit bias is a result of mental associations that are formed by direct/indirect messaging received and impact our decisions & behaviors.
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5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2024

61. MICRO-CREDENTIALS Resilient Educator- Know Yourself

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 5/20/2024

Ongoing July 1, 2023 to May 20, 2024
Self Paced
Reflection

Reflection is part of Danielson's Framework. This learning will help you reflect both personally and professionally to build resiliency.
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5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2024

62. MICRO-CREDENTIALS Supporting English Language Learners

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 5/20/2024

Open Enrollment July to May 20
Self Paced
ELL

Learn the basics for working with English Language learners including how they become ELLs and how to best support them.
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4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2024

63. MICRO-CREDENTIALS Voracious Vocabulary Introduction

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 5/20/2024

Ongoing July 1, 2023 to May 20, 2024
Self Paced
Vocabulary

Teaching vocabulary is the ability to identify & explicitly teach Tier II words while building students' academic language & literacy skills
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4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2024

64. Thriving as a New Teacher (Spheres 4-6)

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Dates: 5/20/2024

Self paced with completion by May 2024
MicroCredential
New Teachers

Thriving as a New Teacher (Spheres 4-6) will support new teachers in curriculum management, assessment, and collaborating with colleagues.
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2. Click this link https://badgelist.com/GRTC-Teacher-Centers/Thriving-as-a-New-Teacher-Spheres-4-6
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4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2024

65. MICRO-CREDENTIALS Google Jamboard Level 1

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 5/20/2024

Ongoing July 1 to May 20, 2024
Self Paced
Technology

Google Jamboard is a digital whiteboard that lets you create interactive learning experiences..
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4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2024

66. Micro-Credential Equity Challenge Week 5

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: All Audiences

Dates: 5/20/2024

Open Enrollment July to May 20
Self Paced
Diversity

Participating in New York State Teacher Centers' 10 week Equity Challenge will introduce you to equity and how it impacts students and families. This work will support educators as they build local ecosystems of success. This badge corresponds with the activities in Week 5.
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link
3. Register for an account or sign in if already registered
4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2024

67. Micro-Credential Equity Challenge Week 6

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: All Audiences

Dates: 5/20/2024

Open Enrollment July to May 20
Self Paced
Diversity

Participating in New York State Teacher Centers' 10 week Equity Challenge will introduce you to equity and how it impacts students and families. This work will support educators as they build local ecosystems of success. This badge corresponds with the activities in Week 6.
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
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4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2024

68. MICRO-CREDENTIAL Twitter: You're In For A Tweet!

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Teachers and Administration

Dates: 5/20/2024

Open Enrollment July to May 20
Self Paced
Social Media

Twitter can be a powerful, personal learning and networking tool for educators. It is an excellent way to collect, create, and share information.
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5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2024

69. MICRO-CREDENTIAL-Voracious Vocabulary Master

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Teachers and Administration

Dates: 5/20/2024

Open Enrollment July to May 20
Self Paced
Vocabulary

The badge builds on identified Tier II vocabulary words and creating an instructional routine of meaningful Tier II word learning opportunities. Voracious Vocabulary-Introduction is a prerequisite.
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5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2024

70. Library Technologies Training

Program: School Library System

Audience: Library Staff

Dates: 5/22/2024

Learn about using Destiny Discover to help patrons find what they need.

71. Foundations of Library Management Cohort

Program: School Library System

Audience: Librarians and Library Staff

Dates: 5/22/2024

This cohort it designed for anyone who is in the beginning of their library career. In each meeting we will share best practices for library and collection management. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with other library staff to share ideas and discuss challenges. We encourage you to bring any questions or problems that you would like assistance in solving.

72. Genesee Valley BOCES Regional Curriculum Council Meeting (session 4 of 4)

Program: Curriculum Council

Audience: Instructional Administrators

Dates: 5/31/2024

In Person
Lunch Provided
The Genesee Valley BOCES Administrative Curriculum Council meets often throughout the school year in efforts to collaborate with other Instructional Leaders in the region, hear updates from various departments, and continue professional learning together.

73. Regional CSE Chairperson Meeting (Genesee Valley BOCES Districts Only)

Program: Special Education

Audience: Gensee Valley BOCES Regional Special Education Administrators

Dates: 6/13/2024

In Person
Regional CSE Chairperson Meetings are to provide special education leaders in the Genesee Valley BOCES area with updates from the Office of Special Education, NSYED, and regional networks. Time will also be given up to guest speakers, professional learning, and collaborative projects.

74. Eating Disorders Prevention Conference

Program: Trauma, Illness and Grief (TIG)

Audience: Physical Education Teachers, Athletic Directors & Coaches, Health Teachers , FACS Teachers, School Nurses

Dates: 6/20/2024

A curriculum based education and prevention for: Physical Education Teachers, Athletic Directors & Coaches, Health Teachers, FACS Teachers &School Nurses. Keynote Speaker: Dr. Mary Tantillo, Founder of The Healing Connection. Learn the signs & symptoms of eating disorders, Education & prevention strategies with students, How to meet NYS Learning Standards with a prevention lens, Interdisciplinary crosswalk strategies for your school. Hear from individuals with lived experience with eating disorders. Lunch Included!

75. End of Year PE Network

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: PE Teachers

Dates: 6/20/2024

Location: Bristol Mountain Aerial Adventures 5662 NY-64, Canandaigua, NY 14424 Instruction and climbing time on the seven high ropes courses Time: 9:00 am -1:00 pm Lunch: 1:00 - 2:00 pm (Pack a lunch and eat on the mountain) Care to Share time/presentation: 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

76. LETRS Training Series: Volume 1 (Units 1-4)

Program: School Improvement

Audience: K-12 Educators, Interventionists, Instructional Coaches, and Administrators

Dates: 6/25/2024 to 12/12/2024

In Person
Lunch Provided
Lexia provides science of reading-based professional learning and curriculum solutions to 6.7 million K-12 students and their 360,000 educators at more than 23,000 schools nationwide. The Lexia LETRS® (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) Suite is comprehensive professional learning designed to provide early childhood and elementary educators and administrators with deep knowledge to be literacy and language experts in the science of reading. Developed by Dr. Louisa Moats and leaders in the field of literacy, Lexia LETRS teaches the skills needed to master the foundational and fundamentals of reading and writing instruction-phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, and written language.

Volume 1 requires staff members to attend in-person sessions, read outside of the sessions, and complete tasks between meetings.

77. LETRS Training: Based on The Science of Reading (Volume 1)

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Grades K-12 General and Special Education Teachers, Interventionists, Teacher Leaders, Instructional Coaches, and Administrators

Dates: 7/1/2024 to 6/30/2025

In Person
Lunch Provided
Lexia provides science of reading-based professional learning and curriculum solutions to 6.7 million K-12 students and their 360,000 educators at more than 23,000 schools nationwide.

Each volume requires staff members to attend in-person sessions, read outside of the sessions, and complete tasks between meetings.

There are only 20 spots available for this professional learning, and registration will be on a first come first serve basis. No additional spots will be permitted. Once you have registered, there is not an option to drop the course, as you are locked in for payment. Please do not register unless you are certain you want to take the courses.

The four in-person dates will be determined and shared with registered participants.

78. Online Book Study: Ambitious Science Teaching

Program: School Improvement

Audience: K-12 Science Teachers, Instructional Coaches, Teacher Leaders, and Administrators

Dates: 7/15/2024

Book Study
Book Included
Join the School Improvement Team for a six-week book study to explore and discuss the text, Ambitious Science Teaching, by Mark Windschitl, Jessica Thompson, and Melissa Braaten. Participants will explore a framework for science teaching that ensures instruction is both rigorous and equitable. The authors organize this book around the following four sets of core teaching practices: planning for engagement with big ideas; eliciting student thinking; supporting changes in students' thinking; and drawing together evidence-based explanations (Windschitl, Thompson, Braaten 2018).

Participants can expect to participate in a virtual book study by reading, writing, and posting in Google Classroom. A syllabus and a copy of the book will be provided to participants prior to the book study launch date. Assignments and discussions will be posted throughout the week. In order to receive credit, participants must complete all requirements. CTLE hours will be awarded based upon online participation and completion of course tasks Registration for this course closes June 28, 2024.

Course Launch Date: Monday, July 15, 2024

Course Close Date: Friday, August 23, 2024

Format: Online Book Study

Location: Google Classroom

79. Bridging Divide in the Classroom with Strategic Discourse

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Grades K-12 General/Special Education Teachers, Interventionists, Teacher Leaders, Instructional Coaches, and Administrators

Dates: 7/17/2024

In Person
Lunch Included
New
Join us for an immersive, full-day professional development workshop dedicated to transforming student discourse within the classroom. Inspired by the innovative strategies in Read, Talk, Write, by Nancy Motley, this workshop delves into the art of perspective-taking, social-emotional learning (SEL), and political bridging to enrich your teaching toolkit. Prepare to explore beyond the traditional debate format. We'll introduce you to diverse methods that not only encourage students to engage in meaningful discussions on challenging topics, but also enhance their reading and writing abilities through advanced discourse skills. In today's society, where understanding and communication are paramount, equipping students with these skills is more relevant than ever.

80. Discipline is Restorative In Nature

Program: School Improvement

Audience: K-8 General Education, Special Education & Intervention Teachers, Instructional Coaches, and Administrators

Dates: 7/17/2024

In Person
Lunch Included
Biographical Sketch: Brad Weinstein is the co-author of the Washington Post bestseller Hacking School Discipline and has been featured in numerous publications and podcasts. He is also a co-author of The AI Classroom and an upcoming book tentatively titled Balanced Discipline. He has spent the last several years working with schools across the world with the implementation of restorative practices. Brad has dedicated his career to empowering students with the skills they need for success in a rapidly changing world. He first carried out this vision as an elementary and middle school teacher before becoming the principal of a high school on the east side of Indianapolis. Brad became the founding Director of Curriculum and Instruction for a STEM-focused network of schools dedicated to authentic learning by tackling real-world problems.

Session Description: This session will explore the restorative mindset and the basic practices that lead to understanding behaviors and building connections in the classroom. Participants can expect to examine inequitable power structures that exist within schools, and how classroom circles can support a warm and welcoming classroom environment.

81. Regional Genesee Valley BOCES Special Education Summer Summit

Program: Special Education

Audience: Special Education Leaders, Building Leaders, Instructional Leaders, Superintendents, & Special Education Support Staff, and Teachers.

Dates: 7/22/2024 to 7/23/2024

In Person
Breakfast Included
Lunch Included
The Genesee Valley BOCES Special Education Summer Summit is a dynamic and inclusive gathering that brings administrators & educators together from across the region to explore innovative strategies, best practices, and emerging trends in special education. This inspiring event provides a platform for collaboration, learning, and professional growth through guest speakers and interactive workshops. Participants will engage in meaningful dialogue, share valuable insights, and gain practical tools to promote equitable and inclusive educational environments for students with disabilities. With a focus on fostering leadership skills, fostering collaboration, and addressing the unique challenges in special education, this conference serves as a catalyst for positive change and empowers attendees to shape the future of special education for the betterment of all students.

Cost includes a light breakfast and lunch on both days.

82. Engagement in the Classroom Through Questioning and Inquiry

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Grades K-12 General/Special Education Teachers, Interventionists, Teacher Leaders, Instructional Coaches, and Administrators

Dates: 7/24/2024

In Person
Lunch Included
New
In an era where both technology and societal norms are constantly evolving, our students' learning environments and needs are also changing. Despite these shifts, the importance of engaging students with meaningful questions that explore "big ideas,” or critical content themes, remains a cornerstone of effective instruction. School Improvement invites you to participate in a special summer session focused on innovative practices that captivate students through essential and compelling questions. These questions are designed not only to challenge students, but also to encourage them to develop their own insights into the content. During our session, participants will explore strategies that seamlessly integrate into inquiry-based lessons and units, enhancing our collective pedagogical approach. Join us for a day dedicated to refining our skills in crafting questions that stimulate student curiosity and foster deep learning. This hands-on session promises to equip educators with practical techniques to create more engaging, thought-provoking, and meaningful learning experiences for students.

83. Genesee Valley BOCES 2024 Leadership Institute

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Genesee Valley BOCES K-12 Building and District Leaders

Dates: 7/31/2024 to 8/1/2024

2 day event
AGENDA: A more detailed agenda is forthcoming

Day 1:
Keynote Speakers: Dr. Thomas Guskey & More
Professional Learning Breakout Sessions

Day 2:
Conversation Stations/District Work Time/Team Building

**This event is for GV BOCES component districts only

**Participation in the 2024 Leadership Institute serves as annual APPR re-certification for leaders.

84. Greater Rochester Region School Library Conference

Program: School Library System

Audience: School Librarians and School Library students

Dates: 8/21/2024

GRRSL: BEaR - Greater Rochester Region School Librarians: Books, Education and Readership Hosted by M1 BOCES, M2 BOCES, GV BOCES, WFL BOCES and Rochester City School District. This will be a full conference day with keynote (TBD), breakout sessions, vendor exhibits and lunch included. The conference day will be located at St. John Fisher University. We are still in the planning stages and looking for presenters. If you are a school librarian who is willing to present a 40 minute session, please fill out the RFP linked below by April 15th: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd7Ims0Y3cFyVq-F4Kwnmqo7gZDDBw-N8obmAreC3AzqyIBZw/viewform?usp=sf_link

85. TIG Training Fall 2024

Program: Trauma, Illness and Grief (TIG)

Audience: School Administrators, Mental Health team, SROs, nurses, teachers

Dates: 9/24/2024 to 12/11/2024

Full TIG Training will give an overview of the important considerations for administrators, counselors and staff when responding to critical incidents in their school community. Attendees will become aware of best practices and trauma informed care, and how to best utilize and support your district's TIG team during a crisis. Topics include grief & loss at school -trauma -suicide risk & intervention in youth and adolescents -chronic & acute illness -school violence: intervention & prevention -managing media and communication during incidents , with an emphasis on a team approach to strategic planning in the first hours after an incident. *Please confirm with your TIG Coordinator before signing up

86. Learning to Depolarize: Helping Students Reach Across Lines of Divide

Program: School Improvement

Audience: K-12 General Education, Social Studies, Special Education & Intervention Teachers, Instructional Coaches, and Administrators

Dates: 9/25/2024

In Person
Lunch Included
Featured Speaker
Biographical Sketch: Kent has taught, coached, and occupied several leadership positions at the middle-school level over the past twenty years. He is a recipient of various honors, including the Margot Stern Strom Teaching Award from Facing History and Ourselves and the NAIS Teacher of the Future designation. He earned his Ed.M. in Learning and Teaching from Harvard University. In partnership with the Better Arguments Project, Kent created a curriculum to encourage civil discourse among middle- and high-school students. He has helped envision and execute programming for the K-12 sector of the National Week of Conversation, and he serves on the Education Advisory Team for Courageous Rhode Island. Kent has also worked with a number of schools to help educators navigate the complexities of political polarization. By virtue of temperament and experience, he is well suited to gently, purposefully, and humorously leading students and faculty members through difficult discussions.

Description: As the election approaches, your school and community may be more politically active than ever. Join School Improvement and Kent for an entire day dedicated to learning and engagement, aimed at "depolarizing" and assisting students, staff, and community members in engaging in meaningful political discussions. These discussions are designed to understand a diverse set of perspectives. Rather than seeking to change or alter opinions, Kent's approach integrates media literacy, civic engagement, and social-emotional learning into a comprehensive toolkit for educators and districts. This toolkit addresses the challenges of political discourse in the 21st century. Our students are poised to enter a politically divided society, and Kent will work with us to help students "disagree better" and engage in respectful conversations with those who hold different views.

87. Proactive & Reactive Practices within Restorative Discipline

Program: School Improvement

Audience: K-8 General Education, Special Education & Intervention Teachers, Instructional Coaches, and Administrators

Dates: 9/25/2024

Synchronous
Biographical Sketch: Brad Weinstein is the co-author of the Washington Post bestseller Hacking School Discipline and has been featured in numerous publications and podcasts. He is also a co-author of The AI Classroom and an upcoming book tentatively titled Balanced Discipline. He has spent the last several years working with schools across the world with the implementation of restorative practices. Brad has dedicated his career to empowering students with the skills they need for success in a rapidly changing world. He first carried out this vision as an elementary and middle school teacher before becoming the principal of a high school on the east side of Indianapolis. Brad became the founding Director of Curriculum and Instruction for a STEM-focused network of schools dedicated to authentic learning by tackling real-world problems.

Session Description: This opportunity is designed to equip educators with comprehensive strategies to create a positive and inclusive learning environment. Participants will explore evidence-based approaches to preventive discipline, emphasizing the development of reflective listening, open-ended questions and collective commitments. The session will delve into reactive practices. This learning opportunity aims to empower educators to consider consequences that are restorative in nature, ensure harm has been repaired, and explore action planning for the future.

Participants will receive the Zoom link the day prior to the session.

88. Creating a Restorative School

Program: School Improvement

Audience: School Administration and Behavior Team Members

Dates: 10/9/2024

Synchronous
Biographical Sketch: Brad Weinstein is the co-author of the Washington Post bestseller Hacking School Discipline and has been featured in numerous publications and podcasts. He is also a co-author of The AI Classroom and an upcoming book tentatively titled Balanced Discipline. He has spent the last several years working with schools across the world with the implementation of restorative practices. Brad has dedicated his career to empowering students with the skills they need for success in a rapidly changing world. He first carried out this vision as an elementary and middle school teacher before becoming the principal of a high school on the east side of Indianapolis. Brad became the founding Director of Curriculum and Instruction for a STEM-focused network of schools dedicated to authentic learning by tackling real-world problems.

Session Description: This professional learning opportunity is designed to empower educators with the knowledge and skills to create a restorative school that values empathy, collaboration, and community building, ultimately enhancing the overall well-being and success of both students and staff. Time will be spent considering a restorative change process, reviewing a restorative readiness assessment, and reflecting on the new learning.

Participants will receive the Zoom link the day prior to the session.

89. Bridging Divide in the Classroom with Strategic Discourse

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Grades K-12 General/Special Education Teachers, Interventionists, Teacher Leaders, Instructional Coaches, and Administrators

Dates: 10/29/2024

In Person
Lunch Included
New
Join us for an immersive, full-day professional development workshop dedicated to transforming student discourse within the classroom. Inspired by the innovative strategies in Read, Talk, Write, by Nancy Motley, this workshop delves into the art of perspective-taking, social-emotional learning (SEL), and political bridging to enrich your teaching toolkit. Prepare to explore beyond the traditional debate format. We'll introduce you to diverse methods that not only encourage students to engage in meaningful discussions on challenging topics, but also enhance their reading and writing abilities through advanced discourse skills. In today's society, where understanding and communication are paramount, equipping students with these skills is more relevant than ever.

90. Assisting Individuals In Crisis with Barb Ertl

Program: Trauma, Illness and Grief (TIG)

Audience: TIG team Members, Social Workers, Psychologists, Counselors

Dates: 3/3/2025 to 3/4/2025

Crisis Intervention is a specialized acute emergency mental health intervention which requires specialized training. As physical first aid is to surgery, crisis intervention is to psychotherapy. Thus, crisis intervention is sometimes called "emotional first aid”. This program is designed to teach participants the fundamentals of, and a specific protocol for, individual crisis intervention.This course is designed for anyone who desires to increase their knowledge of individual (one-on-one) crisis intervention techniques.