Frontline Education

1. Fundations Multi-Level Virtual Launch Workshop

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Dates: 7/7/2025

This one day, virtual, Fundations Multi-Level Launch Workshop provides the practice and guidance needed for educators to effectively begin teaching the Fundations curriculum for the designated Level. Teachers should attend the workshop level that corresponds to the program level being implemented. As a result from attending this training, participants will be able to: Identify the skills taught in their designated Fundations Level, such as, but not limited to: print awareness; phonological awareness; phonemic awareness and the alphabetic principle; sound mastery; phonics; vocabulary; high frequency/Trick Words; fluency; comprehension strategies; handwriting, spelling, and punctuation. Understand the principles of instruction: explicit, sequential, and cumulative instruction that engages multiple learning modalities with multisensory instruction, repetition, and immediate, specific feedback. Identify and understand the use of all materials in the Fundations Teacher's Kit and have a sense of how to find and use the many extended resources available in the Fundations® Learning Community (membership included with participation in this workshop). Use the Teacher's Manual to prepare a daily learning plan and practice activity procedures. Visualize the flow and pace of a full Fundations lesson completed with fidelity. Wilson workshops are highly interactive with activities and discussions and were developed with extensive participant input. Virtual offerings are designed to maintain participation and motivation for optimal learning with strategically placed breaks and an extended lunch. Although there is only one meeting date listed, once registered, participants will be able to choose from a variety of dates offered throughout the summer. In addition to this virtual launch workshop, participants also have access to year long virtual implementation support, available from July 1, 2025-June 30, 2026.

2. Fundations Multi-Level Virtual Launch Workshop: Levels 1 and 2

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Dates: 7/7/2025

Closed

This one day, virtual, Fundations Level-specific Launch Workshop provides the practice and guidance needed for educators to effectively begin teaching the Fundations curriculum for the designated Level(s). Teachers should attend the workshop Level that corresponds to the program Level being implemented. As a result from attending this training, participants will be able to: Identify the skills taught in their designated Fundations Level, such as, but not limited to: print awareness; phonological awareness; phonemic awareness and the alphabetic principle; sound mastery; phonics; vocabulary; high frequency/Trick Words; fluency; comprehension strategies; handwriting, spelling, and punctuation. Understand the principles of instruction: explicit, sequential, and cumulative instruction that engages multiple learning modalities with multisensory instruction, repetition, and immediate, specific feedback. Identify and understand the use of all materials in the Fundations Teacher's Kit and have a sense of how to find and use the many extended resources available in the Fundations® Learning Community (membership included with participation in this workshop). Use the Teacher's Manual to prepare a daily learning plan and practice activity procedures. Visualize the flow and pace of a full Fundations lesson completed with fidelity. Wilson workshops are highly interactive with activities and discussions and were developed with extensive participant input. Virtual offerings are designed to maintain participation and motivation for optimal learning with strategically placed breaks and an extended lunch. Although there is only one meeting date listed, once registered, participants will be able to choose from a variety of dates offered throughout the summer. In addition to this virtual launch workshop, participants also have access to year long virtual implementation support, available from July 1, 2025-June 30, 2026.

3. Fundations: Pre-K Virtual Workshop Training

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: Administrators, Teachers, Related Service Providers, TAs and Staff

Dates: 7/7/2025

Closed

This one day, virtual, Fundations PRE-K specific Launch Workshop provides the practice and guidance needed for educators to effectively begin teaching the Fundations curriculum for PRE-K. Teachers should attend the workshop Level that corresponds to the program level being implemented. As a result from attending this training, participants will be able to: Identify the skills taught in their designated Fundations Level, such as, but not limited to: print awareness; phonological awareness; phonemic awareness and the alphabetic principle; sound mastery; phonics; vocabulary; high frequency/Trick Words; fluency; comprehension strategies; handwriting, spelling, and punctuation. Understand the principles of instruction: explicit, sequential, and cumulative instruction that engages multiple learning modalities with multisensory instruction, repetition, and immediate, specific feedback. Identify and understand the use of all materials in the Fundations Teacher's Kit and have a sense of how to find and use the many extended resources available in the Fundations® Learning Community (membership included with participation in this workshop). Use the Teacher's Manual to prepare a daily learning plan and practice activity procedures. Visualize the flow and pace of a full Fundations lesson completed with fidelity. Wilson workshops are highly interactive with activities and discussions and were developed with extensive participant input. Virtual offerings are designed to maintain participation and motivation for optimal learning with strategically placed breaks and an extended lunch. Although there is a specified date within this description, once you are registered, you will have the flexibility to choose a virtual workshop date that works best for your schedule throughout the summer. In addition to this virtual launch workshop, participants also have access to year long virtual implementation support, available from July 1, 2025-June 30, 2026.

4. DASA Certification Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Those seeking certicification

Dates: 8/6/2025 to 8/7/2025

Individuals must complete the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) training workshop for educator certification in New York State. The training addresses harassment, bullying, and discrimination prevention and intervention in schools. The length of the training is at least six clock hours and the cost is $100.
The goals of this workshop are to:
Understand the intent components, and operational definitions of the Dignity Act
Develop sensitivity to the experience of specific student populations
Understand how school climate and culture have an impact on student achievement and behavior
Understand bullying, harassment and discrimination, including indicators, early warning signs, prevention and intervention and how to interact with families of victims and aggressors
Understand diversity and multi-cultural environments and examining your own biases.
This workshop meets the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) training requirement of the NYS Education Department for state certification.

5. Teach 2 Lead Professional Development Series

Program: School Development Services

Audience: New or slightly new CTE teachers

Dates: 8/20/2025 to 5/8/2026

CTE New Teacher Training-ACTEA Zone 3 is offering a new CTE teacher orientation and training. The training will cover instructional strategies for planning curriculum, lesson planning, classroom management and grading for new or slightly new CTE teachers.

6. Lead Evaluator of Teachers-Annual Refresher- Self- Paced Course (Asynchronous)

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: K-12 District and School Administrators with Evaluation Responsiblities

Dates: 9/1/2025

This refresher course is designed for current lead evaluators of teachers who are seeking to fulfill annual training requirements for updates and annual recertification/renewal as a Lead Evaluator of Teachers in accordance with their district APPR plans. Activities are aligned to the nine required training components. This Annual REFRESHER Session will only provide recertification as Lead Evaluator of Teachers. Attendees who have never been initially certified as a Lead Evaluator of Teachers in prior school years must attend the Initial 3 Part Series to fulfill district APPR requirements for Lead Evaluators. Contact Cecilia Dansereau-Rumley with questions or to determine if this is the right session for you. This is a self- paced course from 09/01/2025-09/30/2025. Participants must complete all parts of the sessions during this window to receive credit.

7. Ballston Spa CSD: New Teacher PD - APPR & The Danielson Framework for Teaching

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: K-12 Teachers who are in their first year in the school district

Dates: 9/15/2025

Starting Soon

This virtual session is part of the Ballston Spa New Teacher APPR professional development series. This session will explore the Danielson Framework for Teaching APPR Rubric and the NYS Teaching Standards. As a result of this session, participants will have foundational knowledge of the 4 Domains, components, and elements in the Danielson Evaluation Rubric and their relationship to supporting professional growth in the NYS Teaching Standards of Professional Practice. Resources will be provided for individuals to continue their knowledge and skill development. The session will be offered on 2 dates. Please register for only 1 session.

8. Ballston Spa CSD: New Teacher PD - APPR & The Danielson Framework for Teaching

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: K-12 Teachers who are in their first year in the school district

Dates: 9/17/2025

This virtual session is part of the Ballston Spa New Teacher APPR professional development series. This session will explore the Danielson Framework for Teaching APPR Rubric and the NYS Teaching Standards. As a result of this session, participants will have foundational knowledge of the 4 Domains, components, and elements in the Danielson Evaluation Rubric and their relationship to supporting professional growth in the NYS Teaching Standards of Professional Practice. Resources will be provided for individuals to continue their knowledge and skill development. The session will be offered on 2 dates. Please register for only 1 session.

9. Curriculum and Assessment Council (CAC) 25/26

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Leadership of the 31 Component Districts in the WSWHE Region

Dates: 9/22/2025 to 6/5/2026

This series of meetings is designed for Leaders of the 31 Component Districts in the WSWHE Region. The sessions will provide training and support with topics linked directly to curriculum, instruction, assessment and technology. Participants will be added to the regional listserv to ensure materials are shared.

10. Collaborate & Integrate: Crafting Dynamic Vocabulary Instruction with EdTech Tools

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: Administrators, Teachers, Related Service Providers, TAs and Staff

Dates: 9/22/2025

New

We invite educators, department and grade level teams to join us for this interactive workshop to collaborate, share ideas, and create a comprehensive vocabulary integration calendar that aligns subject specific standards and connects across all content areas. Participants will explore a variety of educational technology tools designed to enhance vocabulary instruction and engage students in meaningful learning experiences. Through hands-on activities, educators will learn how to seamlessly incorporate these tools into their existing curriculum, ensuring that vocabulary instruction is not only effective but also engaging for all learners. By the end of the session, participants will leave with a collaborative vocabulary calendar and practical strategies to implement technology in their vocabulary lessons, fostering a deeper understanding and retention of vocabulary among their students. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your vocabulary instruction and empower your students to thrive!

11. Investigations in Physical Science: Chemistry and Physical Science: Physics: Explore, Learn & Experience (AM Session)

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: Physical Science: Chemistry and Physical Science: Physics teachers and Curriculum leaders

Dates: 9/23/2025

This in-person session is designed for Physical Science: Chemistry and Physical Science: Physics teachers and curriculum leaders. As a result of attending, participants will be provided a quick overview and structure for implementing the New York State High School Science Investigations. Participants will also look at the outline of the investigations and be given opportunities to engage in experiences with the investigations while collaborating with colleagues to prepare for planning in-school implementations in home districts.

12. School Librarian Orientation - SLS Mentor Program

Program: School Library Services

Audience: School Librarians in the WSWHE BOCES SLS Mentor Program

Dates: 9/23/2025

This full day in-person orientation is designed for participants in our SLS Mentor program. It 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. Participants will be able to confidently begin their work in the school library in their school. Attendance is required for librarians in the SLS Mentor program.

13. School Librarian Orientation - SLS Mentor Program - 2+ Years ONLY

Program: School Library Services

Audience: School Librarians in the WSWHE BOCES SLS Mentor Program

Dates: 9/23/2025

This half day in-person orientation is designed for participants who have been part of our SLS Mentor program for at least one year. It 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. Participants will be able to confidently begin their work in the school library in their school. Attendance is required for librarians in the SLS Mentor program.

14. Investigations in Physical Science: Chemistry and Physical Science: Physics: Explore, Learn & Experience (PM Session)

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: Physical Science: Chemistry and Physical Science: Physics teachers and Curriculum leaders

Dates: 9/23/2025

This in-person session is designed for Physical Science: Chemistry and Physical Science: Physics teachers and curriculum leaders. As a result of attending, participants will be provided a quick overview and structure for implementing the New York State High School Science Investigations. Participants will also look at the outline of the investigations and be given opportunities to engage in experiences with the investigations while collaborating with colleagues to prepare for planning in-school implementations in home districts.

15. Supporting Students with Behavior Learning Needs in the School Setting: A Deep Dive Learning Series for Teachers & Paraprofessionals

Program: School Development Services

Audience: K-12 Special Education Teachers and Paraprofessionals

Dates: 9/24/2025 to 10/8/2025

New

This multi-day workshop series, led by Dr. Kelly Brock from Upstate Applied Behavior Analysis Services, will provide 40 hours of knowledge & skill development to teachers and paraprofessionals who work with students with disabilities that have behavioral learning needs that require support and intervention in the school-based setting. As a result of participating in this workshop series, participants will learn how to effectively implement supports and strategies aligned with student disability needs and/or individualized behavior intervention plans in the classroom and school setting that are based on the guidelines set forth by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board. Pleases note: All sessions for this regional workshop will be held at the Fort Ann Central School District. Registration for this workshop series is limited to WSWHE BOCES Component Districts only.

16. Investigations for Elementary Science Investigations: Explore, Learn & Experience

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: Earth & Space Sciences and Life Science: Biology teachers and curriculum leaders

Dates: 9/24/2025

This in-person session is designed for Elementary Science teachers and curriculum leaders. As a result of attending, participants will be provided a quick overview and structure for implementing the New York State Elementary Science Investigations. Participants will also look at the outline of the investigations and be given opportunities to engage in experiences with the investigations while collaborating with colleagues to prepare for planning in-school implementations in home districts. ***A lunch break will be scheduled; however, lunch will be on your own.

17. New DASA Coordinator Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Current DASA Coordinators

Dates: 9/24/2025

This training is intended to provide initial training for Dignity Act Coordinators, Designees and other school team members who are in need of initial training related to the Dignity for All Student Act. This training will heighten participants' sensitivity to students who are adversely impacted by harassment, bullying and discrimination and immerse them in being agents in proactively creating safe and supportive school environments for all students. Participants will be provided with information on understanding, identifying and reporting incidents; and experiential approaches to addressing human relations concepts including, but not limited to, the eleven protected classes.

18. 2025-2026 CSE/CPSE Chairpersons' Monthly Meetings

Program: School Development Services

Audience: CSE/CPSE Chairpersons

Dates: 9/25/2025 to 5/21/2026

New

Monthly meeting of CSE/CPSE chairpersons from WSWHE component districts. This half day meeting provides critical updates for CSE/CPSE chairpersons from the BOCES and NYSED. Opportunities are also provided for collaboration, problem solving, regional planning and professional learning. A monthly newsletter with upcoming topics is sent to registrants prior to each meeting. This meeting is intended for chairpersons within the WSWHE BOCES supervisory region. Requests for districts outside the WSWHE region should be sent to Kelly Sheppard, Director for Exceptional Learners at ksheppard@wswheboces.org

19. What's new in Google?

Program: Model Schools Program

Dates: 9/25/2025

This in-person session is designed fork-12 educators in order to explore the new features in Google. As a result of attending this session, participants will be able to use Gemini and Notebook LM within Google Classroom and understand the updates in the Google Workspace for Education.

20. Numeracy Brief Round Tables

Program: School Development Services

Audience: School Leaders and Numeracy teams

Dates: 9/25/2025

Following the release of NYSED's Numeracy Briefs, regional math experts from across the region will join together to support building and district leaders in facilitated conversations to more deeply explore the content of the briefs, and provide structured time to plan for implementation.

21. Investigations for Elementary Science Investigations: Explore, Learn & Experience

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: Earth & Space Sciences and Life Science: Biology teachers and curriculum leaders

Dates: 9/29/2025

This in-person session is designed for Elementary Science teachers and curriculum leaders. As a result of attending, participants will be provided a quick overview and structure for implementing the New York State Elementary Science Investigations. Participants will also look at the outline of the investigations and be given opportunities to engage in experiences with the investigations while collaborating with colleagues to prepare for planning in-school implementations in home districts. ***A lunch break will be scheduled; however, lunch will be on your own.

22. Explore, Learn, & Connect: WSWHE BOCES Educational Vendor Fair 2025, Sept 30 (AM Session)

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Curriculum Leaders and District Administrators of our 31 Component Districts

Dates: 9/30/2025

Please join us at our in-person, upcoming in-person educational vendor fair! WSWHE BOCES will be bringing together representatives from a wide range of companies specializing in curriculums, assessments, curricular resources, and MTSS-I supports. This is a unique opportunity for all 31 of our Component School Districts to explore the latest educational tools and programs, allowing you to discover resources that can enhance teaching and learning. Teachers, administrators, and educational leaders will have the chance to learn about new programs, network with providers, and gather valuable information to support your district's instructional goals. To help us get a headcount for participants throughout the day, please be sure to sign up for a session in advance. We have both AM and PM sessions available, and you are welcome to sign up for multiple slots.

23. STEAM on the Farm

Program: Model Schools Program

Dates: 9/30/2025

This in-person session designed for K-12 educators is an immersive event taking place at Pitney Meadows Community Farm in Saratoga Springs. Participants will learn to connect STEAM content with the natural world utilizing local and farm based resources. Participants will leave with ready to implement strategies and resources that will help infuse nature and agriculture into their lessons.

24. Explore, Learn, & Connect: WSWHE BOCES Educational Vendor Fair 2025 Sept 30th (PM Sessions)

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Curriculum Leaders and District Administrators of our 31 Component Districts

Dates: 9/30/2025

Please join us at our in-person, upcoming in-person educational vendor fair! WSWHE BOCES will be bringing together representatives from a wide range of companies specializing in curriculums, assessments, curricular resources, and MTSS-I supports. This is a unique opportunity for all 31 of our Component School Districts to explore the latest educational tools and programs, allowing you to discover resources that can enhance teaching and learning. Teachers, administrators, and educational leaders will have the chance to learn about new programs, network with providers, and gather valuable information to support your district's instructional goals. To help us get a headcount for participants throughout the day, please be sure to sign up for a session in advance. We have both AM and PM sessions available, and you are welcome to sign up for multiple slots.

25. School Library System Council Meeting

Program: School Library Services

Audience: SLS Council Members

Dates: 9/30/2025 to 6/1/2026

One of four required meetings of the SLS Council. Council assists the SLS in its mission as outlined in Commissioner's Regulations 90.18 including creating and monitoring the Plan of Service, and recommending approval of the annual budget and the annual report. Updates are also provided to Council members at each meeting.

26. Asynchronous Session: Lead Evaluator of Principals-Annual Refresher

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: District Administrators that are Lead Evaluators of Principals

Dates: 10/1/2025

This refresher is designed for current lead evaluators of principals who are seeking to fulfill annual training requirements for updates and annual recertification/renewal as a Lead Evaluator of Principals in accordance with their district APPR plans. Activities are aligned to the nine required training components. This Annual REFRESHER session will only provide recertification as Lead Evaluator of Principals. Attendees who have never been initially certified as a Lead Evaluator of Principals in prior school years must attend the Initial Lead Evaluator of Teachers 3 Part Series if they have never been appointed as a Lead Evaluator of Teachers previously and then attend a 1 day Initial Lead Evaluator of Principals to fulfill district APPR requirements for Lead Evaluators of Principals. Attendees who have been previously certified as Lead Evaluator of Teachers in prior roles only need to have completed the 1 day Initial for Lead Evaluators of Principals. Contact Cecilia Dansereau-Rumley with questions or to determine if this is the right session for you.

27. Explore, Learn, & Connect: WSWHE BOCES Educational Vendor Fair 2025, October 1 (AM Session)

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Curriculum Leaders and District Administrators of our 31 Component Districts

Dates: 10/1/2025

Please join us at our in-person, upcoming in-person educational vendor fair! WSWHE BOCES will be bringing together representatives from a wide range of companies specializing in curriculums, assessments, curricular resources, and MTSS-I supports. This is a unique opportunity for all 31 of our Component School Districts to explore the latest educational tools and programs, allowing you to discover resources that can enhance teaching and learning. Teachers, administrators, and educational leaders will have the chance to learn about new programs, network with providers, and gather valuable information to support your district's instructional goals. To help us get a headcount for participants throughout the day, please be sure to sign up for a session in advance. We have both AM and PM sessions available, and you are welcome to sign up for multiple slots.

28. Lead Evaluator of Teachers-Annual Refresher- Self- Paced Course (Asynchronous)

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: K-12 District and School Administrators with Evaluation Responsiblities

Dates: 10/1/2025

This refresher course is designed for current lead evaluators of teachers who are seeking to fulfill annual training requirements for updates and annual recertification/renewal as a Lead Evaluator of Teachers in accordance with their district APPR plans. Activities are aligned to the nine required training components. This Annual REFRESHER Session will only provide recertification as Lead Evaluator of Teachers. Attendees who have never been initially certified as a Lead Evaluator of Teachers in prior school years must attend the Initial 3 Part Series to fulfill district APPR requirements for Lead Evaluators. Contact Cecilia Dansereau-Rumley with questions or to determine if this is the right session for you. This is a self- paced course from 10/01/2025-10/31/2025. Participants must complete all parts of the sessions during this window to receive credit.

29. Thinkering Collective Fellowship

Program: Model Schools Program

Dates: 10/1/2025

The Thinkering Collective was created by a group of education changemakers with a shared mission to redefine success in learning by focusing on creativity, curiosity, and meaningful community impact. Through our fellowship, educators gain tools and strategies to create personalized, inquiry-based experiences that spark student potential and drive real-world change. Together, we're shaping the future of education. As a Fellow you will: 1. Engage in exclusive, hands-on programming led by top industry experts associated with the Collective. 2. Access a suite of all Thinkering products and partner services to transform classrooms and impact communities. 3. Be a part of a global network of industry leaders and organizations, collaborating, learning and leveraging collective expertise. Join this fellowship to learn about inquiry-based education that fosters meaningful community impact.

30. High Leverage Instructional Practices for the Inclusive Classroom: Scaffolding

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Dates: 10/1/2025

New

This one hour, asynchronous workshop is designed to support K-12 administrators and educators with the high leverage instructional practice of scaffolding to strengthen their inclusive classroom. As a result of completing this course, participants will: *Understand what scaffolding is and how it supports students of various backgrounds *Reflect on current practices used for scaffolding instruction *Explore effective strategies for scaffolding instruction and plan for ways to implement those strategies The link for this asynchronous course will be emailed to registered participants who sign up on or before October 1, 2025.

31. Explore, Learn, & Connect: WSWHE BOCES Educational Vendor Fair 2025 October 1 (PM Sessions)

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Curriculum Leaders and District Administrators of our 31 Component Districts

Dates: 10/1/2025

Please join us at our in-person, upcoming in-person educational vendor fair! WSWHE BOCES will be bringing together representatives from a wide range of companies specializing in curriculums, assessments, curricular resources, and MTSS-I supports. This is a unique opportunity for all 31 of our Component School Districts to explore the latest educational tools and programs, allowing you to discover resources that can enhance teaching and learning. Teachers, administrators, and educational leaders will have the chance to learn about new programs, network with providers, and gather valuable information to support your district's instructional goals. To help us get a headcount for participants throughout the day, please be sure to sign up for a session in advance. We have both AM and PM sessions available, and you are welcome to sign up for multiple slots.

32. Providing Support in the School Library (TAs and Aides)

Program: School Library Services

Audience: School Library Aides and Assistants in the WSWHE BOCES region

Dates: 10/2/2025

This full day, in-person workshop is open to aides and assistants who work in the school library to support the library program. Our agenda will include items such as working with students, interlibrary loans, best practices, and more. Participants will leave with strategies to ensure successful implementation of the library program.

33. The AI-mazing World of Canva: Designing Smarter, Not Harder

Program: Model Schools Program

Dates: 10/2/2025

This session is designed for educators in grades K-12 to develop skills in using Canva and its AI tools. As a result of attending this session, participants will be able to: Utilize Magic Design to quickly create professional-looking presentations and worksheets from a single prompt. Generate unique images for lessons and activities using the Text to Image tool. Create dynamic, interactive content like quizzes and calculators using Canva Code with simple text commands. Draft lesson plans, student feedback, and other text-based content with Magic Write.

34. Navigating the Cell Phone Ban: Empowering Student Voice and Promoting Digital Wellness

Program: Model Schools Program

Dates: 10/2/2025

New

This virtual session is designed for grade 6-12 counselors, teachers, social workers, and support staff in order to equip participants with the tools to successfully support a school-wide cell phone ban. Participants will learn practical techniques to promote student voice by engaging their students in constructive conversations about the policy, while also gaining insights into the latest brain research and health benefits associated with reduced screen time. The session will provide strategies for facilitating meaningful dialogues about digital habits and will connect educators to resources, ultimately empowering them to transform the ban from a restrictive rule into an opportunity for growth, connection, and a healthier school community.

35. LETRS Units 1-4 Cohort 3 (25-27)

Program: School Development Services

Audience: 25/26 Cohort 2 Part 1

Dates: 10/7/2025 to 3/25/2026

The LETRS® (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) Suite is professional learning that provides educators and administrators with deep knowledge to be literacy and language experts in the science of reading. Developed by renowned literacy experts Dr. Louisa Moats, Dr. Carol Tolman, and Dr. Lucy Hart Paulson, it is a flexible literacy professional learning solution for educators and administrators. LETRS teaches the skills needed to master the fundamentals of reading instruction-phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, writing, and language.

36. Wellness, Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity (W.I.D.E.) Regional Network

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: District and School Leaders designated to represent their district. Prior approval by your district's superintendent is required.

Dates: 10/9/2025 to 4/30/2026

This group is for school leaders in the WSWHE BOCES Region identified as the point of contact for DEI work within the district. This group will meet to help build understandings, resources & tools for a regional approach to DEI that focuses on: Welcoming & Affirming Environments, Inclusive Curriculum & Assessment, High Expectations & Rigorous Instruction, and Ongoing Professional Learning. Regional Network meetings will focus on priorities established by the Network in Spring 2024 which include: 1) Professional Learning through book study: 2) Working Groups for the development of tools, resources, and professional learning activities to be used by network members to support local and regional Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion implementation: Prioritized focus areas for 2025 - 2026 include: Data & Equity Reporting; Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment; Recruitment, Hiring & Retention Practices; Elevating Student Voices 3) Sharing of promising practices & supporting the extension of learning to others in the region.

37. Plot Twists and Algorithms

Program: Model Schools Program

Dates: 10/9/2025

Learn how picture books teach media literacy, digital fluency, and CS concepts. This session offers strategies and activities that blend storytelling with algorithmic thinking to boost communication, collaboration, and critical thinking across subjects.

38. Fall i-Ready User Group: Digging into Diagnostic 1

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Dates: 10/9/2025

New

This half day, in-person, i-Ready User Group session will focus on maximizing your use of Diagnostic 1 data. This session is designed for educators and administrators who leverage i-Ready to inform instruction. As a result from attending this session, participants will engage in collaborative analysis by dissecting i-Ready reports, participate in roundtable discussions on best practices for utilizing i-Ready data to drive student success and get hands-on with the latest i-Ready features and discover how they can enhance your teaching strategies.

39. Investigations for Earth and Space Sciences and Life Science: Biology: Explore, Learn & Experience (AM Session)

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: Earth & Space Sciences and Life Science: Biology teachers and curriculum leaders

Dates: 10/15/2025

This in-person session is designed for Earth & Space Sciences and Life Science: Biology & Earth Science teachers, in addition to curriculum leaders. As a result of attending, participants will be provided a quick overview and structure for implementing the New York State High School Science Investigations. Participants will also look at the outline of the investigations and be given opportunities for hands-on experiences with the investigations while collaborating with colleagues to prepare for planning in-school implementations in home districts.

40. High Leverage Instructional Practices for the Inclusive Classroom: Academic Vocabulary

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Dates: 10/15/2025

New

This one hour, asynchronous workshop is designed to support K-12 administrators and educators with the high leverage instructional practice of explicitly teaching academic vocabulary. This session will build a basic understanding of the three tiers of vocabulary and apply a framework for Explicit Vocabulary Instruction using different activities that can be done in the classroom. As a result of completing this course, participants will: *Build a common understanding of academic vocabulary *Create common definitions *Have tangible instructional strategies for application in the classrooms This virtual, asynchronous learning session will be released on October 15th through an emailed, virtual link to all participants who register by that time.

41. Investigations for Earth and Space Sciences and Life Science: Biology: Explore, Learn & Experience (PM Session)

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: Earth & Space Sciences and Life Science: Biology teachers and curriculum leaders

Dates: 10/15/2025

This in-person session is designed for Earth & Space Sciences and Life Science: Biology & Earth Science teachers, in addition to curriculum leaders. As a result of attending, participants will be provided a quick overview and structure for implementing the New York State High School Science Investigations. Participants will also look at the outline of the investigations and be given opportunities for hands-on experiences with the investigations while collaborating with colleagues to prepare for planning in-school implementations in home districts.

42. Communication Coordinator Meeting - GENERAL MEMBERSHIP

Program: School Library Services

Audience: School Librarians in the WSWHE BOCES Region

Dates: 10/20/2025

This in-person, full day session is designed for PreK-12 school librarians in the WSWHE BOCES region in order to continue to strengthen the school library programs in the region. Participants will be able to use the knowledge gained during the session to prioritize district goals within their annual library goals in order to complete the member plan as required by NYSED. Participants will receive updates from the SLS, work with the NYSED Portrait of a Graduate, and learn about the updates to the interlibrary loan process.

ALL School librarians are encouraged to attend.

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.

43. ACT College and Career Readiness Workshop

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Teachers, Teaching Assistants

Dates: 10/21/2025

This workshop will be free to attend, and we will be inviting local area high school teacher and counselors to better learn about how they can prepare their students for college and/or career.

44. Pathways to Leadership 2025 - 2026: Kick Off Session

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: Teachers and PPS or Related Service Professionals (Guidance Counselors, CSE Chairs, Speech Therapists, School Psychologists, etc.)

Dates: 10/21/2025

The Pathways to Leadership Collaboration exists to address a number of issues in educational leadership. Primarily, we are attempting to address both the shortage and quality of candidates for formal leadership roles. We exist to honor both the importance of quality leadership and its effect on student success. We believe we can play a role in the many stages of a leader's journey - raising up our leaders within and from the teaching ranks, encouraging the entry to leadership, honoring the complexity of leadership in education, operating with an eye to future advancement and succession planning, and finally, creating a forum where current leaders can pay it forward to the next generation. This registration is for the Kick-Off Session and will secure your place in the cohort. Additional registration instructions will be provided as soon as dates have been finalized for the 4 learning sessions (between Nov 1, 2025 - April 1, 2026) and closing ceremony (April 28, 2026). Participants must be available to participate in all learning components in order to receive credit for the cohort learning series. Learning Session Topics will include: What is the Work of Leadership? What Does the Work Look Like, Today & Tomorrow? Who Does the Work with Me? What are the Structures, Supports, and Resources for Getting the Work Done? Participants will receive a $500 stipend to participate. Participants must have District Administrator permission to participate. Final confirmation of registration will be sent to registrants once district approval is received.

45. LETRS Units 5-8 Cohort 2- (24-26)

Program: School Development Services

Audience: 24/25 Cohort part 2 Continued to 25/26

Dates: 10/22/2025 to 5/27/2026

The LETRS® (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) Suite is professional learning that provides educators and administrators with deep knowledge to be literacy and language experts in the science of reading. Developed by renowned literacy experts Dr. Louisa Moats, Dr. Carol Tolman, and Dr. Lucy Hart Paulson, it is a flexible literacy professional learning solution for educators and administrators. LETRS teaches the skills needed to master the fundamentals of reading instruction-phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, writing, and language.

46. TLC Library Automation User Group

Program: School Library Services

Audience: WSWHE BOCES districts participating in the library automation coser

Dates: 10/22/2025

New

The TLC User Group is a collaborative, virtual forum for users of the TLC (The Library Corporation) system. This group provides a platform for members to deepen their understanding of the system, share best practices, and contribute to its ongoing improvement. Meetings are held every other month for WSWHE BOCES Library Automation members to assist with ongoing learning about new features, troubleshoot challenges, and discuss potential enhancements. The goal of the group is to empower users to leverage the TLC system more efficiently and to foster a community of knowledgeable and engaged users.

47. Investigations in Physical Science: Chemistry and Physical Science: Physics: Explore, Learn & Experience (AM Session)

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: Physical Science: Chemistry and Physical Science: Physics teachers and Curriculum leaders

Dates: 10/24/2025

This in-person session is designed for Physical Science: Chemistry and Physical Science: Physics teachers and curriculum leaders. As a result of attending, participants will be provided a quick overview and structure for implementing the New York State High School Science Investigations. Participants will also look at the outline of the investigations and be given opportunities for hands-on experiences with the investigations while collaborating with colleagues to prepare for planning in-school implementations in home districts.

48. Investigations in Physical Science: Chemistry and Physical Science: Physics: Explore, Learn & Experience (PM Session)

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: Physical Science: Chemistry and Physical Science: Physics teachers and Curriculum leaders

Dates: 10/24/2025

This in-person session is designed for Physical Science: Chemistry and Physical Science: Physics teachers and curriculum leaders. As a result of attending, participants will be provided a quick overview and structure for implementing the New York State High School Science Investigations. Participants will also look at the outline of the investigations and be given opportunities for hands-on experiences with the investigations while collaborating with colleagues to prepare for planning in-school implementations in home districts.

49. Numeracy Brief Round Tables

Program: School Development Services

Audience: School Leaders and Numeracy teams

Dates: 10/27/2025

Following the release of NYSED's Numeracy Briefs, regional math experts from across the region will join together to support building and district leaders in facilitated conversations to more deeply explore the content of the briefs, and provide structured time to plan for implementation.

50. STEM Cohort

Program: Model Schools Program

Dates: 10/29/2025

This hybrid session is for K-12 teachers, coaches, and coordinators who want to explore innovative STEM lessons and teaching methods, collaborate with other educators, and discover the latest STEM tools and resources. Anyone with an interest in STEM is welcome to attend and will leave with ready-to-implement lessons and ideas.

51. Educational Technology Cohort

Program: Model Schools Program

Dates: 10/29/2025

This hybrid session is for K-12 teachers, coaches, coordinators, and district leaders who want to explore innovative educational technology tools and teaching methods, collaborate with other educators, and discover the latest ed-tech resources. Anyone with an interest in educational technology is welcome to attend and will leave with ready-to-implement ideas and strategies.

52. Real-World Ready: Integrating New York's Vision for Graduates into Social Studies

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: Social Studies educators

Dates: 10/30/2025

New

New York State is committed to preparing students who are critical thinkers, effective communicators, and engaged citizens through the adoption of the Portrait of a Graduate. For social studies teachers, this vision is a powerful lens for connecting historical content to the real-world skills students need to thrive.

In this in-person professional learning session, we'll explore the core attributes of the New York State Portrait of a Graduate and see how they are already embedded in the social studies curriculum. Through hands-on activities and collaborative discussions, we will bridge the gap between abstract concepts and practical classroom application.

At the end of this session, teachers will be able to: Identify and articulate the direct connections between the NYS Social Studies Learning Standards and the Portrait of a Graduate. Create a plan for integrating these attributes into their daily teaching, using historical inquiry and civic engagement as key drivers for student growth.

53. High Leverage Instructional Practices: Social-Emotional Learning

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Dates: 10/30/2025

New

This one hour, asynchronous workshop is designed to support K-12 administrators and educators with the high leverage instructional practice of social-emotional learning. SEL strategies help to cultivate positive school cultures within classrooms and throughout the entire school community. As a result from participating in this session, you will learn how to create equitable environments and academic excellence for all students, understand what transformative SEL is, how to view SEL through a cultural lens and how teachers can help students develop their Identity, Agency & Sense of Belonging as part of transformative SEL experiences. For all participants who register by October 30th, a link will be emailed to you for this virtual, asynchronous learning session.

54. NYS Mandated Harassment Prevention Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: School District Staff

Dates: 10/30/2025

This workshop is intended for all school employees, and will address harassment, bullying, and discrimination including, but not limited to, those acts based on a person's actual or perceived race, color, weight, national origin, ethnic group, religion, religious practice, disability, sexual orientation, gender, the status of being transgender, or sex. It will also cover the identification and mitigation of harassment, bullying, and discrimination. Due to regulatory compliance, the BOCES will make contact with districts, when necessary, to obtain the Harassment Policy specific to each district to ensure compliance. Participants should seek the permission of their superintendent to attend this training. Permission is required to attend. The registrant will be sent a link to participate in this session through a virtual platform 24 hours prior to the session date.

55. Pathways to Leadership 2025-2026: Cohort Learning Series

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: Teachers and Related Service Professionals (Guidance Counselors, CSE Chairs etc.)

Dates: 11/1/2025 to 4/28/2026

The Pathways to Leadership Collaboration exists to address a number of issues in educational leadership. Primarily, we are attempting to address both the shortage and quality of candidates for formal leadership roles. We exist to honor both the importance of quality leadership and its effect on student success. We believe we can play a role in the many stages of a leader's journey - raising up our leaders within and from the teaching ranks, encouraging the entry to leadership, honoring the complexity of leadership in education, operating with an eye to future advancement and succession planning, and finally, creating a forum where current leaders can pay it forward to the next generation. Concurrent Registration is required w/ the Pathways to Leadership 2025-2026 Kick Off Session. Session Topics will include: What is the Work of Leadership? What Does the Work Look Like, Today & Tomorrow? Who Does the Work with Me? What are the Structures, Supports, and Resources for Getting the Work Done? Participants will receive a $500 stipend to participate. Participants must have District Administrator permission to participate. Final confirmation of registration will be sent to registrants once district approval is received.

56. Child Abuse Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Those seeking Certification

Dates: 11/3/2025

This online course will teach participants to report any suspected child abuse or maltreatment. In New York State, specific professionals are "mandated" by law to report cases of suspected child abuse and maltreatment. Participants will fulfill requirements mandated in the New York State Education Department Education Law Title VIII Article 130 Sub article 2 §6507 Administration by the Education Department Paragraph 3(a). This training is approved by NYS Office of Teaching Initiatives.
The training is 2 hours and the cost is $40.

57. MTSS Regional Cohort Meeting: Cultivating a Data-Driven Culture

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: Administrators, Teachers, Related Service Providers, TAs and Staff

Dates: 11/5/2025

This half day, in-person session serves as a follow-up to Creating a Sustainable MTSS Framework workshop. Designed to continue the collaborative work, this session brings educators together to create tangible action steps to cultivate a data-driven culture within their school building or district. Participants will engage in hands-on activities to analyze and utilize academic, behavior and SEL data sets, informing decision making and strengthening support systems. As a result, participants will develop practical strategies to enhance data use for continuous improvement, ensuring targeted interventions and equitable outcomes for students. Please bring your current data sets to fully participate in this interactive session.

58. School Violence Certification Training

Program: School Development Services

Dates: 11/5/2025

Project S.A.V.E. is a two-hour course that is required for certification of professionals who work in the schools in New York State. It was developed as a response to the ever-increasing violence in our schools. This workshop will provide school personnel with awareness of violence prevention and intervention skills and techniques that they can use.
The training is 2 hours and the cost is $40.

59. The Early Learning Regional Group For WSWHE Pre-K Educators

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: Pre-K Educators within the WSWHE Component Districts

Dates: 11/10/2025

New

In this in-person session, participants will collaborate as a Regional Group to develop and enrich curriculums, enhance resources and collectively build a Repository for our region while continuing to ensure lessons are aligned to NYS Learning Standards.

60. Strategic Prioritization: Using the SLS Member Plan to Lead in the School Library - FALL

Program: School Library Services

Audience: School Librarians

Dates: 11/10/2025 to 3/23/2026

This virtual series of sessions is designed for PreK-12 School Librarians in order to strengthen school library programs across the WSWHE BOCES region. Participants will be able to successfully complete the NYSED required SLS Member Plan, prioritize goals based on data from the NYSED approved SLP Rubric, and facilitate conversations with administrators about library program goals, in order to submit their member plan to SLS. This series is designed to assist school librarians with aligning their programs with the district and building goals and creating the best possible program for their students.

61. DASA Certification Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Those seeking certicification

Dates: 11/12/2025 to 11/13/2025

Individuals must complete the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) training workshop for educator certification in New York State. The training addresses harassment, bullying, and discrimination prevention and intervention in schools. The length of the training is at least six clock hours and the cost is $100.
The goals of this workshop are to:
Understand the intent components, and operational definitions of the Dignity Act
Develop sensitivity to the experience of specific student populations
Understand how school climate and culture have an impact on student achievement and behavior
Understand bullying, harassment and discrimination, including indicators, early warning signs, prevention and intervention and how to interact with families of victims and aggressors
Understand diversity and multi-cultural environments and examining your own biases.
This workshop meets the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) training requirement of the NYS Education Department for state certification.

62. Safety-Care Initial Crisis Prevention Train the Trainer Session

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Dates: 11/17/2025 to 11/19/2025

New

This three day, in-person, Safety Care Initial Crisis Prevention Train the Trainer Session is designed for K-12 educators and provides evidence-based training to equip faculty with skills and creativity to increase their effectiveness in responding to challenging behaviors. As a result from attending this session, participants will be a certified Trainer and be equipped to teach Safety-Care® to their staff using the proven tools and techniques. By implementing Safety-Care practices consistently, it is likely to result in a more positive reinforcement-based approach, the development of new skills, and fewer restraints.

63. New York State Alternate Assessment Training 2025-2026 - NEW TEACHERS ONLY

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Test Administrators

Dates: 11/19/2025

New Test administrators must successfully complete the four modules of the training with a passing score on each module's post-test before creating student accounts before testing begins. Modules must be completed in order. Participants should bring laptops or tablets in order to access the training site and to complete each test module at the end of the training day.

Prior to Training KITE Student Portal must be installed on the device brought to training to ensure you will be able to complete the training. Activate your Kite account to ensure accessibility at training day. The email address from which the message is sent from kite-support@ku.edu The subject line of the email is: "Activate your Account for KITE Assessment Administration" These emails may be going to SPAM or junk folders or may be blocked by district email filters. **If you do not receive this email from KITE, please contact your District Data/Test Coordinator.

64. Empowering Students with AI in Social Studies

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: Social Studies educators

Dates: 11/20/2025

New

The rapid adoption of AI tools presents both exciting opportunities and significant challenges for social studies educators. This one-hour virtual session is designed to move beyond the fear of cheating and empower you to use AI as a powerful tool for teaching historical thinking, civic engagement, and media literacy. We will focus on two key areas: first, understanding and navigating the ethical dilemmas of AI in the classroom, and second, incorporating AI into lessons in ways that build students' critical thinking and digital citizenship skills. What You Will Be Able to Do After This Session: Create lesson plans that leverage AI for research and brainstorming while requiring authentic student work, such as primary source analysis, historical arguments, and persuasive essays. Equip your students with the skills to identify and analyze AI bias, fact-check AI-generated information, and understand the ethical implications of data and algorithms in historical contexts. Confidently lead classroom conversations with students about the responsible use of AI, academic integrity, and the societal impact of this technology.

65. NYS Mandated Harassment Prevention Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: School District Staff

Dates: 11/20/2025

This workshop is intended for all school employees, and will address harassment, bullying, and discrimination including, but not limited to, those acts based on a person's actual or perceived race, color, weight, national origin, ethnic group, religion, religious practice, disability, sexual orientation, gender, the status of being transgender, or sex. It will also cover the identification and mitigation of harassment, bullying, and discrimination. Due to regulatory compliance, the BOCES will make contact with districts, when necessary, to obtain the Harassment Policy specific to each district to ensure compliance. Participants should seek the permission of their superintendent to attend this training. Permission is required to attend. The registrant will be sent a link to participate in this session through a virtual platform 24 hours prior to the session date.

66. New York State Alternate Assessment Training 2025-2026 - RETURNING TEACHERS ONLY

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Test Administartors

Dates: 12/10/2025

Returning Test Administrators may complete the facilitated training on their own at their site. Training is required for all educators who are RETURNING to administer Dynamic Learning Maps Alternate Assessment in 2024-2025. The training at BOCES is a group facilitated training. Participants should bring laptops or tablets loaded with the Kite Student Portal in order to access the training site and to complete each section of the checklist. Please note Kite Client from previous years MUST be removed prior to installing Kite Student Portal. Please also bring earbuds or headphones for this training.

67. New York State Alternate Assessment Training 2025-2026 - RETURNING TEACHERS ONLY

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Test Administartors

Dates: 12/10/2025

Returning Test Administrators may complete the facilitated training on their own at their site. Training is required for all educators who are RETURNING to administer Dynamic Learning Maps Alternate Assessment in 2024-2025. The training at BOCES is a group facilitated training. Participants should bring laptops or tablets loaded with the Kite Student Portal in order to access the training site and to complete each section of the checklist. Please note Kite Client from previous years MUST be removed prior to installing Kite Student Portal. Please also bring earbuds or headphones for this training.

68. TLC Library Automation User Group

Program: School Library Services

Audience: WSWHE BOCES districts participating in the library automation coser

Dates: 12/11/2025

New

The TLC User Group is a collaborative, virtual forum for users of the TLC (The Library Corporation) system. This group provides a platform for members to deepen their understanding of the system, share best practices, and contribute to its ongoing improvement. Meetings are held every other month for WSWHE BOCES Library Automation members to assist with ongoing learning about new features, troubleshoot challenges, and discuss potential enhancements. The goal of the group is to empower users to leverage the TLC system more efficiently and to foster a community of knowledgeable and engaged users.

69. *New York State Alternate Assessment Training 2025-2026 - NEW TEACHERS ONLY

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Test Administrators

Dates: 12/17/2025

New Test administrators must successfully complete the four modules of the training with a passing score on each module's post-test before creating student accounts before testing begins. Modules must be completed in order. Participants should bring laptops or tablets in order to access the training site and to complete each test module at the end of the training day.

Prior to Training KITE Student Portal must be installed on the device brought to training to ensure you will be able to complete the training. Activate your Kite account to ensure accessibility at training day. The email address from which the message is sent from kite-support@ku.edu The subject line of the email is: "Activate your Account for KITE Assessment Administration" These emails may be going to SPAM or junk folders or may be blocked by district email filters. **If you do not receive this email from KITE, please contact your District Data/Test Coordinator.

70. NYS Mandated Harassment Prevention Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: School District Staff

Dates: 12/18/2025

This workshop is intended for all school employees, and will address harassment, bullying, and discrimination including, but not limited to, those acts based on a person's actual or perceived race, color, weight, national origin, ethnic group, religion, religious practice, disability, sexual orientation, gender, the status of being transgender, or sex. It will also cover the identification and mitigation of harassment, bullying, and discrimination. Due to regulatory compliance, the BOCES will make contact with districts, when necessary, to obtain the Harassment Policy specific to each district to ensure compliance. Participants should seek the permission of their superintendent to attend this training. Permission is required to attend. The registrant will be sent a link to participate in this session through a virtual platform 24 hours prior to the session date.

71. Introduction to Sooth.fyi

Program: School Library Services

Audience: K-12 Educators

Dates: 12/19/2025

New

This asynchronous session is designed for K-12 educators in order to introduce and develop new skills on the use of the SLS provided resource Sooth.fyi. At the completion of this session, participants will be able to personalize their Sooth.fyi experience, search effectively, and create a collection of research, citations, and lesson plans for use with their students.

Important Note: Access to course materials will close on the designated end date. All required activities must be completed prior to the course end date in order to receive attendance and completion credit.

72. SLS Communication Coordinator Meeting

Program: School Library Services

Audience: School Librarians in the WSWHE BOCES Region

Dates: 1/13/2026

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.

73. STEM Cohort

Program: Model Schools Program

Dates: 1/22/2026

This hybrid session is for K-12 teachers, coaches, and coordinators who want to explore innovative STEM lessons and teaching methods, collaborate with other educators, and discover the latest STEM tools and resources. Anyone with an interest in STEM is welcome to attend and will leave with ready-to-implement lessons and ideas.

74. Educational Technology Cohort

Program: Model Schools Program

Dates: 1/22/2026

This hybrid session is for K-12 teachers, coaches, coordinators, and district leaders who want to explore innovative educational technology tools and teaching methods, collaborate with other educators, and discover the latest ed-tech resources. Anyone with an interest in educational technology is welcome to attend and will leave with ready-to-implement ideas and strategies.

75. NYS Mandated Harassment Prevention Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: School District Staff

Dates: 1/22/2026

This workshop is intended for all school employees, and will address harassment, bullying, and discrimination including, but not limited to, those acts based on a person's actual or perceived race, color, weight, national origin, ethnic group, religion, religious practice, disability, sexual orientation, gender, the status of being transgender, or sex. It will also cover the identification and mitigation of harassment, bullying, and discrimination. Due to regulatory compliance, the BOCES will make contact with districts, when necessary, to obtain the Harassment Policy specific to each district to ensure compliance. Participants should seek the permission of their superintendent to attend this training. Permission is required to attend. The registrant will be sent a link to participate in this session through a virtual platform 24 hours prior to the session date.

76. AI with Intention Book Study

Program: School Library Services

Audience: School Librarians

Dates: 2/10/2026 to 3/3/2026

This virtual series is designed for school librarians in grades K-12. This book study will focus on the guiding principles and steps in the book in order to use AI with intention. As a result of attending this session, participants will be able to understand and incorporate AI in ways that are intentional and effective. They will be able to understand the leadership side of decision making with regard to AI tools as well.

Books will be provided to school librarians.

Registration will close January 16 so books can be sent to participants.

77. NYS Mandated Harassment Prevention Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: School District Staff

Dates: 2/26/2026

This workshop is intended for all school employees, and will address harassment, bullying, and discrimination including, but not limited to, those acts based on a person's actual or perceived race, color, weight, national origin, ethnic group, religion, religious practice, disability, sexual orientation, gender, the status of being transgender, or sex. It will also cover the identification and mitigation of harassment, bullying, and discrimination. Due to regulatory compliance, the BOCES will make contact with districts, when necessary, to obtain the Harassment Policy specific to each district to ensure compliance. Participants should seek the permission of their superintendent to attend this training. Permission is required to attend. The registrant will be sent a link to participate in this session through a virtual platform 24 hours prior to the session date.

78. TLC Library Automation User Group

Program: School Library Services

Audience: WSWHE BOCES districts participating in the library automation coser

Dates: 2/26/2026

New

The TLC User Group is a collaborative, virtual forum for users of the TLC (The Library Corporation) system. This group provides a platform for members to deepen their understanding of the system, share best practices, and contribute to its ongoing improvement. Meetings are held every other month for WSWHE BOCES Library Automation members to assist with ongoing learning about new features, troubleshoot challenges, and discuss potential enhancements. The goal of the group is to empower users to leverage the TLC system more efficiently and to foster a community of knowledgeable and engaged users.

79. Strategic Prioritization: Using the SLS Member Plan to Lead in the School Library - SPRING

Program: School Library Services

Audience: School Librarians

Dates: 3/4/2026 to 6/3/2026

This virtual series of sessions is designed for PreK-12 School Librarians in order to strengthen school library programs across the WSWHE BOCES region. Participants will be able to successfully complete the NYSED required SLS Member Plan, prioritize goals based on data from the NYSED approved SLP Rubric, and facilitate conversations with administrators about library program goals, in order to submit their member plan to SLS. This series is designed to assist school librarians with aligning their programs with the district and building goals and creating the best possible program for their students.

80. NYS Mandated Harassment Prevention Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: School District Staff

Dates: 3/26/2026

This workshop is intended for all school employees, and will address harassment, bullying, and discrimination including, but not limited to, those acts based on a person's actual or perceived race, color, weight, national origin, ethnic group, religion, religious practice, disability, sexual orientation, gender, the status of being transgender, or sex. It will also cover the identification and mitigation of harassment, bullying, and discrimination. Due to regulatory compliance, the BOCES will make contact with districts, when necessary, to obtain the Harassment Policy specific to each district to ensure compliance. Participants should seek the permission of their superintendent to attend this training. Permission is required to attend. The registrant will be sent a link to participate in this session through a virtual platform 24 hours prior to the session date.

81. STEM Cohort

Program: Model Schools Program

Dates: 4/2/2026

This hybrid session is for K-12 teachers, coaches, and coordinators who want to explore innovative STEM lessons and teaching methods, collaborate with other educators, and discover the latest STEM tools and resources. Anyone with an interest in STEM is welcome to attend and will leave with ready-to-implement lessons and ideas.

82. Educational Technology Cohort

Program: Model Schools Program

Dates: 4/2/2026

This hybrid session is for K-12 teachers, coaches, coordinators, and district leaders who want to explore innovative educational technology tools and teaching methods, collaborate with other educators, and discover the latest ed-tech resources. Anyone with an interest in educational technology is welcome to attend and will leave with ready-to-implement ideas and strategies.

83. School Violence Certification Training

Program: School Development Services

Dates: 4/7/2026

Project S.A.V.E. is a two-hour course that is required for certification of professionals who work in the schools in New York State. It was developed as a response to the ever-increasing violence in our schools. This workshop will provide school personnel with awareness of violence prevention and intervention skills and techniques that they can use.
The training is 2 hours and the cost is $40.

84. Child Abuse Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Those seeking Certification

Dates: 4/13/2026

This online course will teach participants to report any suspected child abuse or maltreatment. In New York State, specific professionals are "mandated" by law to report cases of suspected child abuse and maltreatment. Participants will fulfill requirements mandated in the New York State Education Department Education Law Title VIII Article 130 Sub article 2 §6507 Administration by the Education Department Paragraph 3(a). This training is approved by NYS Office of Teaching Initiatives.
The training is 2 hours and the cost is $40.

85. TLC Library Automation User Group

Program: School Library Services

Audience: WSWHE BOCES districts participating in the library automation coser

Dates: 4/14/2026

New

The TLC User Group is a collaborative, virtual forum for users of the TLC (The Library Corporation) system. This group provides a platform for members to deepen their understanding of the system, share best practices, and contribute to its ongoing improvement. Meetings are held every other month for WSWHE BOCES Library Automation members to assist with ongoing learning about new features, troubleshoot challenges, and discuss potential enhancements. The goal of the group is to empower users to leverage the TLC system more efficiently and to foster a community of knowledgeable and engaged users.

86. DASA Certification Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Those seeking certicification

Dates: 4/20/2026 to 4/21/2026

Individuals must complete the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) training workshop for educator certification in New York State. The training addresses harassment, bullying, and discrimination prevention and intervention in schools. The length of the training is at least six clock hours and the cost is $100.
The goals of this workshop are to:
Understand the intent components, and operational definitions of the Dignity Act
Develop sensitivity to the experience of specific student populations
Understand how school climate and culture have an impact on student achievement and behavior
Understand bullying, harassment and discrimination, including indicators, early warning signs, prevention and intervention and how to interact with families of victims and aggressors
Understand diversity and multi-cultural environments and examining your own biases.
This workshop meets the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) training requirement of the NYS Education Department for state certification.

87. DASA Certification Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Those seeking certicification

Dates: 4/20/2026 to 4/21/2026

Individuals must complete the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) training workshop for educator certification in New York State. The training addresses harassment, bullying, and discrimination prevention and intervention in schools. The length of the training is at least six clock hours and the cost is $100.
The goals of this workshop are to:
Understand the intent components, and operational definitions of the Dignity Act
Develop sensitivity to the experience of specific student populations
Understand how school climate and culture have an impact on student achievement and behavior
Understand bullying, harassment and discrimination, including indicators, early warning signs, prevention and intervention and how to interact with families of victims and aggressors
Understand diversity and multi-cultural environments and examining your own biases.
This workshop meets the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) training requirement of the NYS Education Department for state certification.

88. NYS Mandated Harassment Prevention Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: School District Staff

Dates: 4/23/2026

This workshop is intended for all school employees, and will address harassment, bullying, and discrimination including, but not limited to, those acts based on a person's actual or perceived race, color, weight, national origin, ethnic group, religion, religious practice, disability, sexual orientation, gender, the status of being transgender, or sex. It will also cover the identification and mitigation of harassment, bullying, and discrimination. Due to regulatory compliance, the BOCES will make contact with districts, when necessary, to obtain the Harassment Policy specific to each district to ensure compliance. Participants should seek the permission of their superintendent to attend this training. Permission is required to attend. The registrant will be sent a link to participate in this session through a virtual platform 24 hours prior to the session date.

89. SLS Communication Coordinator Meeting

Program: School Library Services

Audience: School Librarians in the WSWHE BOCES Region

Dates: 5/19/2026

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.

90. NYS Mandated Harassment Prevention Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: School District Staff

Dates: 5/21/2026

This workshop is intended for all school employees, and will address harassment, bullying, and discrimination including, but not limited to, those acts based on a person's actual or perceived race, color, weight, national origin, ethnic group, religion, religious practice, disability, sexual orientation, gender, the status of being transgender, or sex. It will also cover the identification and mitigation of harassment, bullying, and discrimination. Due to regulatory compliance, the BOCES will make contact with districts, when necessary, to obtain the Harassment Policy specific to each district to ensure compliance. Participants should seek the permission of their superintendent to attend this training. Permission is required to attend. The registrant will be sent a link to participate in this session through a virtual platform 24 hours prior to the session date.

91. Child Abuse Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Those seeking Certification

Dates: 6/1/2026

This online course will teach participants to report any suspected child abuse or maltreatment. In New York State, specific professionals are "mandated" by law to report cases of suspected child abuse and maltreatment. Participants will fulfill requirements mandated in the New York State Education Department Education Law Title VIII Article 130 Sub article 2 §6507 Administration by the Education Department Paragraph 3(a). This training is approved by NYS Office of Teaching Initiatives.
The training is 2 hours and the cost is $40.

92. School Violence Certification Training

Program: School Development Services

Dates: 6/2/2026

Project S.A.V.E. is a two-hour course that is required for certification of professionals who work in the schools in New York State. It was developed as a response to the ever-increasing violence in our schools. This workshop will provide school personnel with awareness of violence prevention and intervention skills and techniques that they can use.
The training is 2 hours and the cost is $40.

93. DASA Certification Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Those seeking certicification

Dates: 6/8/2026 to 6/9/2026

Individuals must complete the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) training workshop for educator certification in New York State. The training addresses harassment, bullying, and discrimination prevention and intervention in schools. The length of the training is at least six clock hours and the cost is $100.
The goals of this workshop are to:
Understand the intent components, and operational definitions of the Dignity Act
Develop sensitivity to the experience of specific student populations
Understand how school climate and culture have an impact on student achievement and behavior
Understand bullying, harassment and discrimination, including indicators, early warning signs, prevention and intervention and how to interact with families of victims and aggressors
Understand diversity and multi-cultural environments and examining your own biases.
This workshop meets the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) training requirement of the NYS Education Department for state certification.

94. DASA Certification Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Those seeking certicification

Dates: 6/8/2026 to 6/9/2026

Individuals must complete the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) training workshop for educator certification in New York State. The training addresses harassment, bullying, and discrimination prevention and intervention in schools. The length of the training is at least six clock hours and the cost is $100.
The goals of this workshop are to:
Understand the intent components, and operational definitions of the Dignity Act
Develop sensitivity to the experience of specific student populations
Understand how school climate and culture have an impact on student achievement and behavior
Understand bullying, harassment and discrimination, including indicators, early warning signs, prevention and intervention and how to interact with families of victims and aggressors
Understand diversity and multi-cultural environments and examining your own biases.
This workshop meets the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) training requirement of the NYS Education Department for state certification.

95. TLC Library Automation User Group

Program: School Library Services

Audience: WSWHE BOCES districts participating in the library automation coser

Dates: 6/9/2026

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The TLC User Group is a collaborative, virtual forum for users of the TLC (The Library Corporation) system. This group provides a platform for members to deepen their understanding of the system, share best practices, and contribute to its ongoing improvement. Meetings are held every other month for WSWHE BOCES Library Automation members to assist with ongoing learning about new features, troubleshoot challenges, and discuss potential enhancements. The goal of the group is to empower users to leverage the TLC system more efficiently and to foster a community of knowledgeable and engaged users.

96. NYS Mandated Harassment Prevention Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: School District Staff

Dates: 6/25/2026

This workshop is intended for all school employees, and will address harassment, bullying, and discrimination including, but not limited to, those acts based on a person's actual or perceived race, color, weight, national origin, ethnic group, religion, religious practice, disability, sexual orientation, gender, the status of being transgender, or sex. It will also cover the identification and mitigation of harassment, bullying, and discrimination. Due to regulatory compliance, the BOCES will make contact with districts, when necessary, to obtain the Harassment Policy specific to each district to ensure compliance. Participants should seek the permission of their superintendent to attend this training. Permission is required to attend. The registrant will be sent a link to participate in this session through a virtual platform 24 hours prior to the session date.

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