Frontline Education

1. New School Librarian Orientation

Program: School Library System

Audience: School Librarians

Dates: 9/29/2022

Closed

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

2. Communication Coordinator Meeting - GENERAL MEMBERSHIP

Program: School Library System

Audience: School Librarians in the Questar III Region

Dates: 10/4/2022

Closed

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

3. Book Buzz - Fall 2022 Edition

Program: School Library System

Audience: School librarians and other educators

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

Closed

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

4. Supplemental Schedules 10-16 Webinar

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 10/6/2022

CTLE

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

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

Program: School Library System

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

Dates: 10/19/2022

Closed

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

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

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

6. Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) - A FREE Five-Month Virtual PLC Series

Program: School Improvement

Dates: 10/19/2022 to 6/7/2023

Overview: As a participant in the Questar III School Improvement service, districts may join this year's offered PLCs at no cost. PLCs (Professional Learning Communities) are not synonymous with workshops or trainings. PLCs focus on learning, collaboration, collective inquiry, and continuous improvement. Attendees should expect to "learn by doing” and will be expected to actively participate in the PLC meetings. School Social Workers PLC Group: Join our School Improvement Specialists for five one-hour virtual PLCs to support school personnel, throughout the region, whose area of responsibility includes MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports). The goals for this PLC are to understand the Universal Tier and quality components of MTSS such as: The purpose and types of assessments, Roles of different collaborative teams, How to examine data and make resource decisions, To learn how to identify barriers in your MTSS and collaboratively develop action plans to address them, To make connections with in-district peers and other regional school districts in order to share successes and challenges with your MTSS process. This will be a virtual session offered via Zoom to registered participants.

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

Program: School Library System

Audience: School LIbrarians

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

Closed

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

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

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

8. School Library System Council Meeting #1

Program: School Library System

Audience: Questar III SLS Council Members

Dates: 10/27/2022

Closed

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

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

Program: Capital District RBE-RN

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

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

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

10. NoodleTools, a fantastic choice for student research management

Program: School Library System

Dates: 11/16/2022

Closed

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

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

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

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

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Individuals seeking educator certification in New York State

Dates: 11/17/2022

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

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

Program: Capital District RBE-RN

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

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

The series will be virtual:

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

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

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

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

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

Program: School Library System

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

Dates: 12/13/2022

Closed

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

14. Developing Digital Detectives: a Conversation with Jennifer LaGarde

Program: School Library System

Audience: School librarians

Dates: 12/15/2022

Closed

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

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

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Individuals seeking educator certification in New York State

Dates: 12/19/2022

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

16. Book Forecasting: YMA edition

Program: School Library System

Audience: School librarians, classroom teachers

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

Wait List

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

17. Communication Coordinator Meeting #2/Council Meeting

Program: School Library System

Audience: School Librarians in the Questar III Region

Dates: 1/11/2023

Closed

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

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

Program: School Library System

Audience: School LIbrarians

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

Closed

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

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

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

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

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Individuals seeking educator certification in New York State

Dates: 1/18/2023

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

20. Exploring Nature Webinar

Program: School Library System

Audience: ALL EDUCATORS

Dates: 1/20/2023

Closed

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

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

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

21. Book Buzz - Spring 2023 Edition

Program: School Library System

Audience: School librarians and other educators

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

Closed

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

22. Learn What's New with NewsBank

Program: School Library System

Audience: All Educators

Dates: 2/8/2023

Closed

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

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

Program: School Library System

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

Dates: 2/25/2023

Closed

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

We offer TeachingBooks to all districts, at no charge.

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

24. Follett User Group

Program: School Library System

Dates: 3/2/2023

Closed

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

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

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

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

25. School Library System Council Meeting #3

Program: School Library System

Audience: Questar III SLS Council Members

Dates: 3/7/2023

Closed

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

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

Program: School Library System

Audience: School Librarians in the Questar III Region

Dates: 3/30/2023

Closed

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

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

Program: School Library System

Audience: All secondary educators

Dates: 4/26/2023

Closed

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

28. Encourage Summer Reading with SLS & NYSED!

Program: School Library System

Dates: 5/11/2023

Closed

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

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

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

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

Program: School Library System

Audience: School Librarians in the Questar III Region

Dates: 5/17/2023

Closed

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

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

Program: School Library System

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

Dates: 6/1/2023

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

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

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

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

31. July Coffee Talk

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 7/12/2023

CTLE

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

32. July STAC Talk

Program: Special Education Aid Assistance Service

Dates: 7/18/2023

CTLE

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

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

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Individuals seeking educator certification in New York State

Dates: 8/1/2023

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

34. Asynchronous: Introduction to Artificial Intelligence in Education

Program: School Library System

Audience: All educators

Dates: 8/2/2023

This asynchronous session will provide a brief introduction to AI and chatbots in K-12 education, emphasizing their potential to enhance teaching and learning experiences. You will gain insights into personalized learning, immediate support, and improved feedback with these technologies.

In this session we will introduce AI basics:
-Definitions
-Applications
-Risks and benefits

The PD will be emailed to registrants on 8/2 and you will have until 8/31 to complete it.

35. Teacher Lead Evaluator Training - Initial

Program: School Improvement

Audience: School Leaders and Administrators

Dates: 8/2/2023

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

36. Collection Analysis and Diversity Tools with TeachingBooks

Program: School Library System

Audience: All educators

Dates: 8/2/2023

Closed

Gain impactful insight into your collections and the titles you choose for displays and even face out books. Join us to learn how the Collection Analysis Toolkit can assist when examining the genre, recency, and cultural classifications represented. Reflect together on your book promotion goals and the next steps to reach them. Attendees will leave this workshop ready to use these tools to examine titles in reading programs, on curricular lists and classroom or library collections.
*a Zoom link will be sent to registrants the day before the webinar.

37. Questar III Teacher Lead Evaluator Training - Initial

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Questar III School Leaders and Administrators Using Thoughtful Classroom Evaluation Tool

Dates: 8/9/2023

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

38. August Coffee Talk - Session 1

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 8/21/2023

CTLE

Topics: State Aid Week - ST-3

39. August Coffee Talk - Session 2

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 8/23/2023

CTLE

Topics: State Aid Week - Form A

40. August Coffee Talk - Session 3

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 8/25/2023

CTLE

Topics: State Aid Week -Form FB/FT

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

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Individuals seeking educator certification in New York State

Dates: 9/4/2023

The amended Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) took effect on July 1, 2013, under this amended legislation beginning January 1, 2014, all persons applying to the NYS Education Department for an administrative or supervisory service, classroom teaching service or school service certificate or coaching license must complete six (6) hours of coursework or training in harassment, bullying and discrimination prevention and intervention. The training proactively addresses the social patterns of harassment, bullying and discrimination and is designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to create an affirming school environment for all students. Participants must complete all of the required coursework at a satisfactory level in order to receive credit for course completion. The due date for this coursework is September 29, 2023. Payment of $80.00 must be received before a participant is marked as COMPLETED. Please make the check payable to Questar III BOCES and send to Debbie Rozniewski at 10 Empire State Boulevard, Castleton, NY 12033. The web link to the training materials will be sent out to registrants once registration is complete and paid in full.

42. September STAC Talk

Program: Special Education Aid Assistance Service

Dates: 9/12/2023

CTLE

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

43. TeaTime at Ten with State Aid Planning

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 9/19/2023

CPE

CTLE

Topics: New webinar series to focus on assisting school district treasurers with accounting issues that affect maximizing state aid.

44. SAP Fall Workshop /Canton

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 9/20/2023

CTLE

Topics: 2023-24 Executive Budget overview, Planning, Building Aid and Fall Reminders

45. SAP Fall Workshop /Watertown

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 9/21/2023

CTLE

Topics: 2023-24 Executive Budget overview, Planning, Building Aid and Fall Reminders

46. SAP Fall Workshop /Mid-Hudson

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 9/22/2023

CTLE

Starting Today

Topics: 2023-24 Executive Budget overview, Planning, Building Aid and Fall Reminders

47. Linguistics for Teachers (Asynchronous Course)

Program: Capital District RBE-RN

Dates: 9/26/2023

NewStarting Soon

This self-paced, asynchronous course is designed to deepen educator's knowledge and skills on evidence-based practices to help Multilingual Learners (MLLs) succeed academically. The course contains six modules, covering the development of oral and written language over five stages of language acquisition. Each module contains a video lecture, readings, a quiz, and workbook activities. The course will not offer individualized feedback to participants. Participants will: 1. develop an understanding of language as a system of knowledge and its individual components (pragmatics & world knowledge, phonology, morphology, the lexicon (vocabulary knowledge), and syntax. 2. gain awareness of the stages of language acquisition, both oral and written, to differentiate instruction. 3. expand expertise in integrating the teaching of linguistic skills in English into their content area and grade through the instructor's modeling of specific strategies. 4. analyze curriculum for content and language, and practice integrating the explicit teaching of linguistic skills with content through workbook activities. Upon registration, participants will be sent a link to the course. The course will remain open to registered participants until June 1, 2024.

48. A Journey Towards Sociocultural Competence (facilitated by Dr. José Medina)

Program: Capital District RBE-RN

Audience: All Educators; All Administrators (building and district based)

Dates: 9/26/2023

Starting Soon

An integral component of student advocacy must include ensuring that all stakeholders are engage in conversations about bias, privilege, discrimination, and systems of oppression. Ultimately, the goal is to create educational environments where all students, families, educators, and community members are valued and respected. Participants in the professional learning will be able to: Reflect about personal bias, privilege, and participation in systems that oppress; Identify areas of strength and growth at the personal, classroom, school, and district levels, in terms of creating inclusive educational environments; Delineate specific action items that will strengthen personal ability to advocate for all people via an anti-bias, anti-racism lens. A link will be sent to all registered participants on September 25th.

49. SAP Fall Workshop /Albany

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 9/26/2023

CTLE

Starting Soon

Topics: 2023-24 Executive Budget overview, Planning, Building Aid and Fall Reminders

50. Teaching MORE to Newcomer Students in Grades PreK-3: A Framework for Instruction and Strategies

Program: Capital District RBE-RN

Audience: Teachers and administrators of English Language Learners

Dates: 9/26/2023

NewStarting Soon

This webinar is designed to help teachers and administrators support incoming students at the beginning stages of English proficiency with an evidence-based framework for instruction, MORE (Meaning based, Oral based, Routine based, Explicit Instruction), including specific strategies using sample lessons. Participants will: ▪ consider a range of learner profiles and their academic needs, and reflect on their current students ▪ expand their understanding of the components of linguistic knowledge, and the progression of language acquisition; ▪ study the MORE framework and specific strategies for developing oral language, reading comprehension, and written expression to advance learner outcomes. Participants will be provided with Google Slides templates of activities to use in their own classrooms. The webinar will be interactive, with reflection and practice activities, and be interspersed with question and answer opportunities.

51. Communication Coordinator Meeting #1 - GENERAL MEMBERSHIP

Program: School Library System

Audience: School Librarians in the Questar III Region

Dates: 9/27/2023

Starting Soon

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

52. The C6 Biliteracy Framework Advanced (facilitated by Dr. José Medina)

Program: Capital District RBE-RN

Audience: Educators and Administrators of Multilingual Learners

Dates: 9/27/2023 to 5/8/2024

Starting Soon

The C6 Biliteracy Framework Advanced Workshop allow administrators and teacher leaders the opportunity to engage in deep learning about dual language best practices via role play, coding of biliteracy instructional practices, and lesson planning design. Using the C6 Biliteracy Framework, participants will engage in practices that align with the recommendations in the Guiding Principles for Dual Language Education; Third Edition. Participants in the professional learning will be able to: Analyze dual language best practices; Engage in collaborative dialogue to support high quality dual language programming and instructional best practices; Identify personal action items resulting from the professional learning activity. A link will be sent one day prior to each session date.

53. SAP Fall Workshop /Utica

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 9/27/2023

CTLE

Starting Soon

Topics: 2023-24 Executive Budget overview, Planning, Building Aid and Fall Reminders

54. Teaching MORE to Newcomer Students in Grades 4-12: A Framework for Instruction and Strategies

Program: Capital District RBE-RN

Audience: Teachers and administrators of English Language Learners

Dates: 9/27/2023

NewStarting Soon

This webinar is designed to help teachers and administrators support incoming students at the beginning stages of English proficiency with an evidence-based framework for instruction, MORE (Meaning based, Oral based, Routine based, Explicit Instruction), including specific strategies using sample lessons. Participants will: ▪ consider a range of learner profiles and their academic needs, and reflect on their current students ▪ expand their understanding of the components of linguistic knowledge, and the progression of language acquisition; ▪ study the MORE framework and specific strategies for developing oral language, reading comprehension, and written expression to advance learner outcomes. Participants will be provided with Google Slides templates of activities to use in their own classrooms. The webinar will be interactive, with reflection and practice activities, and be interspersed with question and answer opportunities.

55. SAP Fall Workshop /Syracuse

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 9/28/2023

CTLE

Starting Soon

Topics: 2023-24 Executive Budget overview, Planning, Building Aid and Fall Reminders

56. SAP Fall Workshop /Lake George

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 9/29/2023

CTLE

Topics: 2023-24 Executive Budget overview, Planning, Building Aid and Fall Reminders

57. Teacher Lead Evaluator Training - Initial

Program: School Improvement

Audience: School Leaders and Administrators

Dates: 10/2/2023

New

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

58. Teacher Lead Evaluator Training - Recertification

Program: School Improvement

Audience: School Leaders and Administrators

Dates: 10/2/2023

New

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

59. SAP Fall Workshop /Putnam-Westchester

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 10/2/2023

CTLE

Topics: 2023-24 Executive Budget overview, Planning, Building Aid and Fall Reminders

60. C6 Biliteracy Instructional Framework: Lesson Planning via a Critical Consciousness Lens (IN PERSON) ; facilitated by a member from Dr. José Medina Educational Solutions

Program: Capital District RBE-RN

Audience: Educators of English Language Learners; School and District based administrators

Dates: 10/3/2023 to 10/4/2023

The C6 Biliteracy Instructional Framework was designed to specifically align with the research recommendations found in the Guiding Principles for Dual Language Education: Third Edition. The framework provides an opportunity for dual language teachers to create lessons that dismantle systems of oppression while also, allowing emergent bilingual students to access grade level standards regardless of language proficiency in either program language. Participants will be able to: Lesson plan through an equity lens, while aligning with biliteracy instructional practices in the dual language classroom, determine lesson planning components that are needed to effectively create access to grade level standards in both program languages, plan for culturally sustaining lessons that dismantle systems of oppression.

61. SAP Fall Workshop /Long Island

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 10/3/2023

CTLE

Topics: 2023-24 Executive Budget overview, Planning, Building Aid and Fall Reminders

62. Book Buzz Elementary - Fall 2023 Edition

Program: School Library System

Audience: School librarians and other educators

Dates: 10/4/2023 to 12/13/2023

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

63. Regional Principals Institute Session 1

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Questar III BOCES regional principals and/or their designee (e.g., Assistant Principals, Dean of Students, etc.)

Dates: 10/5/2023

New

Questar III's Office of School Improvement will be hosting a three-part Regional Principals Institute over the course of the 2023-2024 school year. The focus of this year's institute is student behaviors. Session 1: Challenging Behaviors: Balancing Traditional and Restorative Interventions Guest Presenter: Alyssa Sabbatino, Director of Teaching and Learning, Schodack Central School District In her 90 minute presentation, Alyssa will engage Questar III regional principals in reflection regarding the current processes and interventions in place for response to challenging student behaviors. Alyssa will guide participants in naming the lagging skills that the students are demonstrating and engage principals in planning for corresponding intervention that includes both traditional and restorative interventions.

64. New Librarian Orientation

Program: School Library System

Audience: School librarians

Dates: 10/5/2023

Please join the School Library System staff for a full-day of learning about the resources and opportunities available to you as a new - or "new-ish" - school librarian in the Questar III Region!

65. SAP Fall Workshop /Rochester

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 10/5/2023

CTLE

Topics: 2023-24 Executive Budget overview, Planning, Building Aid and Fall Reminders

66. SAP Fall Workshop /Buffalo

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 10/6/2023

CTLE

Topics: 2023-24 Executive Budget overview, Planning, Building Aid and Fall Reminders

67. School Counselor Group - Meetings

Program: School Improvement

Dates: 10/10/2023 to 5/1/2024

New

Overview: This group is designed to offer a collaborative environment where School Counselors can collaborate, learn, and grow in their vital roles surrounding academic planning, career counseling, student social-emotional support and more. Meetings will be a combination of in-person "traditional style" meetings with time for collaboration and sharing, and in-person site visits to college and/or career locations in the area. NOTE: THE TWO SITE VISITS WILL BE ADDED ONCE THE DATE, TIME, AND LOCATION IS CONFIRMED.

68. SAP Webinar

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 10/10/2023

CTLE

Topics: 2023-24 Executive Budget Overview, Planning, Building Aid and Fall Reminders.

69. Model Schools Liaison Meetings

Program: Model Schools

Audience: District educational technology leaders

Dates: 10/12/2023 to 5/30/2024

New

These virtual meetings will provide district educational technology leaders with the latest information from Questar III, NYSED, NYSCATE, Microsoft, Apple, Google, NYS Models Schools and more.

70. World Language PLC for Teachers

Program: Capital District RBE-RN

Audience: World Language Teachers

Dates: 10/12/2023 to 6/6/2024

New

This is a Professional Learning Community for 7th and 8th grade World Language teachers implementing the new World Language standards this fall. The series of sessions provide an opportunity for teachers to create a support network and learn from each other's experiences, practices, and best ideas.

71. Book Buzz Secondary - Fall 2023 Edition

Program: School Library System

Audience: School librarians and other educators

Dates: 10/12/2023 to 12/14/2023

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

72. School Social Workers - A Virtual No Cost PLC

Program: School Improvement

Dates: 10/17/2023 to 6/11/2024

New

As a participant in the Questar III School Improvement service, districts may join this year's offered PLCs at no cost. PLCs (Professional Learning Communities) are not synonymous with workshops or trainings. PLCs focus on learning, collaboration, collective inquiry, and continuous improvement. Attendees should expect to "learn by doing” and will be expected to actively participate in the PLC meetings. School Social Workers PLC Group: This group is designed to offer a collaborative environment where school social workers can collaborate, learn, and grow in their vital roles as advocates for the emotional and social well-being of students. We will strive to be a group of passionate professionals who share a common mission - to provide holistic support to students and contribute positively to their academic, emotional and social development through regional collaboration, idea exchanges, resource sharing, and more. *All meetings will be held virtually via Zoom. The Zoom link will be sent to registered participants before each meeting.

73. Continuing Conversations on Grading & Reporting

Program: School Improvement

Dates: 10/17/2023 to 12/12/2024

New

During these sessions, participants that attended Grading and Reporting Student Learning with Thomas Guskey, Ph.D. are invited to continue discussing revolutionizing grading and reporting in our schools. Areas of focus include: Crafting meaningful, usable purpose statements related to grading and reporting, Developing concrete, specific descriptors of mastery, Increasing buy-in from all stakeholders, including faculty, families, and students, Reflecting on changes within our districts as we transition to a more fair, accurate, meaningful, and equitable grading system, Sessions will alternate between synchronous and asynchronous meetings. Synchronous meetings will be one-hour and on Zoom; asynchronous meetings will allow participants to explore a variety of resources related to the goals of that session.

74. Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) - A Virtual PLC Series - No Cost

Program: School Improvement

Dates: 10/18/2023 to 6/5/2024

New

Overview: As a participant in the Questar III School Improvement service, districts may join this year's offered PLCs at no cost. PLCs (Professional Learning Communities) are not synonymous with workshops or trainings. PLCs focus on learning, collaboration, collective inquiry, and continuous improvement. Attendees should expect to "learn by doing” and will be expected to actively participate in the PLC meetings. MTSS PLC: Join our School Improvement Specialists for five one-hour virtual PLCs to support school personnel, throughout the region, whose area of responsibility includes MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports). The goals for this PLC are to understand the Universal Tier and quality components of MTSS such as: The purpose and types of assessments, Roles of different collaborative teams, How to examine data and make resource decisions, To learn how to identify barriers in your MTSS and collaboratively develop action plans to address them, To make connections with in-district peers and other regional school districts in order to share successes and challenges with your MTSS process. This will be a virtual session offered via Zoom to registered participants.

75. Programming for Multilingual Learners

Program: Capital District RBE-RN

Dates: 10/19/2023

New

This webinar is designed for school and district administrators to help begin building effective, sustainable programming that enables MLLs to succeed academically.This is a 60-minute webinar with 45-minute Q&A. In this webinar, we will explore the options available in NY State to provide emergent bilinguals with the programming and instructional accommodations that best support the acquisition of oral English, reading and writing, and Home Language development. The webinar will be as interactive as possible, allowing participants to reflect on their own schools and districts. Topics will include English as a New Language and Dual Language programming, Integrated ENL-ELA, Home Language Arts, split-grade classes, and curriculum analysis. Participants will: ▪ reflect on the efficacy of their current programming for MLLs in their schools/districts and identify areas of concern; ▪ gain awareness around the language and literacy needs of the students, and the progression of academic language acquisition; ▪ critically look at curriculum, and the conflicts between tasks and language and literacy acquisition; ▪ identify programming options of interest; and make plans to discuss with their teams.

76. Utilizing the Flipped Classroom Model with ELLS

Program: Model Schools

Audience: all teachers

Dates: 10/19/2023 to 11/16/2023

New

In today's educational landscape, catering to the unique needs of English Language Learners (ELLs) is paramount, and the flipped classroom model offers an exciting approach to do just that. Over the course of this two part training, Kristen Vadnais and Stephanie Carbone will explore the principles and practical applications of the flipped classroom model, equipping you with the knowledge and tools necessary to create a dynamic and inclusive learning environment that fosters language proficiency and academic success for ELLs. Join us on this journey to reimagine English language education and inspire your students to achieve their fullest potential. Session 1 will introduce the flipped classroom and why it is ideal for ELLs. Participants will begin to transform a lesson of their choice during session 2. The Zoom link will be shared with all registered participants via Frontline the day before the session.

77. DASA Coordinator Training

Program: School Improvement

Audience: This training is appropriate for anyone who is involved in the DASA process in their school district including DASA Building Coordinators, DASA District Coordinators, Superintendents, and DASA Response Team Members.

Dates: 10/23/2023

New

Dignity for all Student Act (DASA) Coordinators and their DASA Response Teams play a vital role in supporting a positive school-wide climate in relation to prevention and reaction to dignity violations in their school. DASA Coordinators need to be well-prepared to manage the demands of this important position and this training will provide them with the tools to be successful DASA Coordinators. Note: This is NOT the six-hour required training for certification. Participants will be provided with hard copies of resources and a Google Drive so that they may modify documents for their school district's needs.

78. La clase dual: Instrucción en español/The Dual Language Classroom: Instruction in Spanish (facilitated by a member from Dr. José Medina Educational Solutions)

Program: Capital District RBE-RN

Audience: Dual Language Educators and Administrators

Dates: 10/24/2023

This session, facilitated completely in Spanish, will allow participants to better understand the linguistic features of the language that directly impact both literacy and content instruction in Spanish. Additionally, dual language educators who facilitate instruction in Spanish, must be adept at helping students to make cross-linguistic connections. Participants in the professional learning will be able to:Identify the similarities and differences between literacy instruction in Spanish and English, and identify how those impact instructional pedagogy in the dual language classroom; Assess current curricular and instructional practices, including cross-linguistic connections, that impact the ability of students to use each of the two program languages to strengthen the other; Analyze culturally sustaining instructional practices that value all regional Spanish
dialects. A link to the session will be sent on October 23rd.

79. STAC Workshop - Dutchess

Program: Special Education Aid Assistance Service

Dates: 10/24/2023

CTLE

What is STAC and why is it important? Join our team for a review on best practices for complete and timely processing of STACs to maximize state aid. Discussions will focus on high cost public students, private day and residential placements, ESY, homeless, and avoiding common losses.

80. Angelo Del Toro PRHYLI Albany Train the Trainer - Albany

Program: The Angelo Del Toro PR/HYLI

Audience: Angelo Del Toro PR/HYLI trainers

Dates: 10/25/2023

Training for Angelo Del Toro PR/HYLI trainers. This registration is for the ALBANY training, October 25, 2023 at Questar III BOCES.

81. October Coffee Talk

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 10/25/2023

CTLE

Topics: ESSA

82. STAC Workshop - Malone

Program: Special Education Aid Assistance Service

Dates: 10/25/2023

CTLE

What is STAC and why is it important? Join our team for a review on best practices for complete and timely processing of STACs to maximize state aid. Discussions will focus on high cost public students, private day and residential placements, ESY, homeless, and avoiding common losses.

83. SLP Rubric Workshop

Program: School Library System

Audience: School librarians

Dates: 10/25/2023

Attend this virtual workshop dedicated to completing the School Library Program Rubric. We will be focusing on Domain 3: Empower Learning Through Leadership. Colleagues from around the region and school library staff will be available for discussion of best practices in the 7 essential elements within this domain. The Zoom link will be sent out prior to the start of the event.

84. Educational Technology Roundtable

Program: Model Schools

Audience: Educational Technology coaches and teachers

Dates: 10/26/2023 to 6/13/2024

Are you searching to add more innovation to your lessons? Questar III Model Schools will hold a series of 5 Educational Technology Roundtables onsite at STEM High School in addition to 4 video conference meetings. Educators will be provided with the opportunity to share their innovative practices with others, network with other teachers, and stay current on new research and technology tools. These sessions will allow teachers to share resources and expertise with others in a professional learning environment. This session is free for Questar Districts as part of the Model Schools Base Fee. Agendas will be emailed to registered participants the day before the session.

85. School Library System Council Meeting #1

Program: School Library System

Audience: Questar III SLS Council Members

Dates: 10/26/2023

Quarterly meeting of the School Library Council per Commissioner's Regulations 90.18(b)(2)(i). The Council acts as the Board of Trustees in guiding the School Library System with goals, objectives and action plans. This group is represented by school librarians, administrators, public librarians, Capital District Library Council, NERIC, local University School of Library and Information programs, and members at large.

86. STAC Workshop - Canton

Program: Special Education Aid Assistance Service

Dates: 10/26/2023

CTLE

What is STAC and why is it important? Join our team for a review on best practices for complete and timely processing of STACs to maximize state aid. Discussions will focus on high cost public students, private day and residential placements, ESY, homeless, and avoiding common losses.

87. STAC Workshop - Castleton

Program: Special Education Aid Assistance Service

Dates: 10/27/2023

CTLE

What is STAC and why is it important? Join our team for a review on best practices for complete and timely processing of STACs to maximize state aid. Discussions will focus on high cost public students, private day and residential placements, ESY, homeless, and avoiding common losses.

88. Assessment of Multilingual Learners: Professional Development Series led by Dr. Gliset Colon and Dr. Tamara Alsace

Program: Capital District RBE-RN

Audience: Teachers and administrators of Multilingual Learners

Dates: 10/30/2023 to 6/4/2024

This series will focus on preparing classroom teachers and school leaders to implement the assessment and instructional strategies discussed and follow up on implementation of the strategies and practices presented to participants. Each session will include discussions of key ideas and practices, as well as structures for application at the classroom level and at the school and district levels.

89. STAC Workshop - Albany

Program: Special Education Aid Assistance Service

Dates: 10/30/2023

CTLE

What is STAC and why is it important? Join our team for a review on best practices for complete and timely processing of STACs to maximize state aid. Discussions will focus on high cost public students, private day and residential placements, ESY, homeless, and avoiding common losses.

90. STAC Workshop - Nassau

Program: Special Education Aid Assistance Service

Dates: 10/31/2023

CTLE

What is STAC and why is it important? Join our team for a review on best practices for complete and timely processing of STACs to maximize state aid. Discussions will focus on high cost public students, private day and residential placements, ESY, homeless, and avoiding common losses.

91. STAC Workshop - Long Island

Program: Special Education Aid Assistance Service

Dates: 11/1/2023

CTLE

What is STAC and why is it important? Join our team for a review on best practices for complete and timely processing of STACs to maximize state aid. Discussions will focus on high cost public students, private day and residential placements, ESY, homeless, and avoiding common losses.

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

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Individuals seeking educator certification in New York State

Dates: 11/1/2023

New

The amended Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) took effect on July 1, 2013, under this amended legislation beginning January 1, 2014, all persons applying to the NYS Education Department for an administrative or supervisory service, classroom teaching service or school service certificate or coaching license must complete six (6) hours of coursework or training in harassment, bullying and discrimination prevention and intervention. The training proactively addresses the social patterns of harassment, bullying and discrimination and is designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to create an affirming school environment for all students. Participants must complete all of the required coursework at a satisfactory level in order to receive credit for course completion. The due date for this coursework is September 29, 2023. Payment of $80.00 must be received before a participant is marked as COMPLETED. Please make the check payable to Questar III BOCES and send to Debbie Rozniewski at 10 Empire State Boulevard, Castleton, NY 12033. The web link to the training materials will be sent out to registrants once registration is complete and paid in full.

93. STAC Workshop - Ithaca

Program: Special Education Aid Assistance Service

Dates: 11/1/2023

CTLE

New

What is STAC and why is it important? Join our team for a review on best practices for complete and timely processing of STACs to maximize state aid. Discussions will focus on high cost public students, private day and residential placements, ESY, homeless, and avoiding common losses.

94. i-Ready User Group: Fall 2023 "Focusing on Instructional Next Steps, Data Chats and Engagement!

Program: Model Schools

Dates: 11/2/2023

New

Join your i-Ready Partners to learn about the latest research on student learning and dive into your data following your first Diagnostic. We'll have opportunities to collaborate with colleagues from neighboring districts to refine our practices in using data to inform instruction, explore strategies to engage all stakeholders and plan for an impactful year ahead. Leaders, teachers, coaches, specialists are all encouraged to attend!

95. STAC Workshop - Newark

Program: Special Education Aid Assistance Service

Dates: 11/2/2023

CTLE

What is STAC and why is it important? Join our team for a review on best practices for complete and timely processing of STACs to maximize state aid. Discussions will focus on high cost public students, private day and residential placements, ESY, homeless, and avoiding common losses.

96. STAC Workshop - West Seneca

Program: Special Education Aid Assistance Service

Dates: 11/3/2023

CTLE

What is STAC and why is it important? Join our team for a review on best practices for complete and timely processing of STACs to maximize state aid. Discussions will focus on high cost public students, private day and residential placements, ESY, homeless, and avoiding common losses.

97. Angelo Del Toro PRHYLI- New York City Train the Trainer - NYC Region

Program: The Angelo Del Toro PR/HYLI

Audience: Angelo Del Toro PR/HYLI trainers

Dates: 11/4/2023

Training for Angelo Del Toro PR/HYLI trainers. This registration is for the New York City training, November 4th, 2023 at 535 8 Ave floor 16 New York, NY.

98. STAC Workshop - Webinar

Program: Special Education Aid Assistance Service

Dates: 11/6/2023

CTLE

What is STAC and why is it important? Join our team for a review on best practices for complete and timely processing of STACs to maximize state aid. Discussions will focus on high cost public students, private day and residential placements, ESY, homeless, and avoiding common losses.

99. November Coffee Talk

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 11/8/2023

CTLE

Topics: Review of Building Aid

100. NYS Computer Science and Digital Fluency Standards

Program: Model Schools

Dates: 11/13/2023

New

Is your district ready to implement the NYS Computer Science and Digital Fluency Standards for the 2024-2025 school year? Full implementation of the standards is expected for grades kindergarten through 12 beginning in September 2024. These standards are essential to ensure that all NYS students will be exposed to the technology skills and knowledge that are essential in the 21st century. Join Stephanie Carbone, Questar III Model Schools Coordinator, for a full day, hands-on training that will examine these standards in-depth. Participants will leave with materials which can be utilized for turnkey training within their own districts.

101. Building a Community of Care and Belonging through Play

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Ideal audience is teachers of students in Grades 3 - 8; Teacher Leaders, School Counselors, and Administrators - but all are welcome!

Dates: 11/14/2023

New

Questar III School Improvement partners with Mr. Howard Moody, author of "The Heart of Play" and experienced leader of play workshops for educators, parents, counselors, and others looking to bring more play and connection into children's lives, to lead this interactive session. Details: A core need for children is the need for belonging. Being part of a learning community where the child's well-being is nurtured is crucial for creating an environment ripe for learning. One of the best ways to create connection, community, and belonging is through engaged, well led social play experiences. Playfulness as a learned skill is vital in creating social connections which is much needed in this time, Post COVID. Play, for all ages of students, is an active and real way for students to feel and express their joy and it is also a remarkable tool for emotional regulation and learning effective social skills. "Play is nature's training for Life." - Frederick Froebel

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