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1. But I Don't Speak Spanish: Helping Our Spanish-Speaking Students (Even Though You Don't Speak Spanish) K-12 **ON-SITE** presented by Amy Benjamin - 8:30-2:30pm

Program: Professional Development

Dates: 8/17/2022

Starting Today
This workshop will demonstrate best practices to address the needs of English Language Learners in the general classroom. Topics will include: the basics of second language acquisition, the relationship between English and Spanish, what to expect as Spanish speakers transition into English, how rhythm and physical movement can help to learn a new language, and how knowing Latin word roots will help Spanish speakers as well as native English speakers to learn academic vocabulary. Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
  • Enrolled: 7/30
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2. APPR Recertification **ONLINE** presented by Emma Klimek - 8:30-11:30am

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 8/23/2022

Starting Soon
The content will review the required elements of the teacher evaluation regulations and any updates available at the time of the workshop. In addition, the participants will review videos and using his/her district rubrics, will evaluate the teachers. We will discuss evidence, feedback and elements of an effective discussion with a developing teacher. Link to the online session will be shared via email to registrants two days before the event. Eligible for 3 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1/2 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
  • Enrolled: 9/50
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3. FREE SESSION - What to Look for When Assessing the Teaching of Writing: Keeping the NYS Next Generation Standards in Mind - K-6 Administrators **ONLINE** presented by Sarah Cordova - 9-11am

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 8/23/2022

Starting Soon
The NYS Next Generation Standards have given teachers much to think about when it comes to effective and engaging writing instruction for their students. While teachers are aligning their curriculum and teaching practices to the NYS Next Generation Standards, administrators now have new elements of teaching and learning for which they are looking as well. Join Sarah Cordova, Director of Literacy Matters, as she shares what administrators should be focused on when they observe writing instruction in their K-6 grade classrooms. Link to the online session will be shared via email to registrants two days before the event.
  • Enrolled: 14/30
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4. Supporting Students with Executive Functioning Challenges K-12 **ONLINE** Presented by Consulting That Makes A Difference - 11:30-2:30pm

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 8/23/2022

Starting Soon
This workshop will explore the eight domains of executive functioning. Participants will come away with practical strategies to help students strengthen their executive functioning skills and become more independent and productive learners. Intended Audience: K-12 Special Educators, General Educators, Paraprofessionals, Administrators Eligible for 3 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1/2 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
  • Enrolled: 1/30
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5. Restorative Practices and Circle Conversations - 3 Day Training **IN PERSON** presented by Kira Nurieli / Harmony Strategies - 8:30-2:30pm

Program: Professional Development

Dates: 8/29/2022 to 8/31/2022

Restorative practices keep a learning community connected in an increasingly disconnected world. During this highly interactive training, participants will learn key principles and core values of Circle Conversations and Restorative Practices, including techniques and strategies for implementation. Participants will leave this training with the knowledge, skills, and resources to facilitate and lead the implementation of a culture of care, based on restorative practice principles. Participants will be able to take what they learned and engage others in their schools, so that a professional learning community will be created focused on implementing restorative practice principles and practices in classrooms, in an effort to create a culture of care in schools. Participants will successfully complete 16 core modules constituting the training and complete the 3-day program with a strategic plan for moving ahead with implementation and program design in their schools or districts. Eligible for 18 hours CTLE credit. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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6. School Nurse Conference, Welcome to School Nursing, Tuesday, August 30, 2022, 9 am - 12 noon, Viirtual Zoom Meeting

Program: Student Support Services

Dates: 8/30/2022

AUDIENCE: New School Nurses and Those in Their First Several Years of Practice Topics: The Practice of School Nursing NYSED Guidelines How COVID-19 Has Impacted Your Practice Opening and Closing the School Year Protecting Yourself and Your License Q and A Discussion Presenter: Donna Hasan RN SNT NCSN-E flyer:https://drive.google.com/file/d/1h5xcY-b47UB47P3jvOheQpk4k4oY1Kdd/view?usp=sharing
  • Enrolled: 24/40
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7. Naviance eDocs Refresher for 22-23

Program: Guidance Support Services

Audience: Guidance counselors, administrators and staff

Dates: 8/31/2022

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In preparing for the 22-23 school year we are pleased to partner with Nassau BOCES to offer this FREE review of all things new in eDocs, along with a review of the college application process. New and current users are welcome. There will be time allotted for questions and answers. Once registered the workshop link will be sent to you the day before the event.
  • Enrolled: 10/30
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8. ASYNCHRONOUS - APPR Recertification **ONLINE** presented by Emma Klimek - REGISTRATION FOR ATTENDANCE PURPOSES ONLY!

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 9/1/2022

The content will review the required elements of the teacher evaluation regulations and any updates available at the time of the workshop. In addition, the participants will review videos and using his/her district rubrics, will evaluate the teachers. We will discuss evidence, feedback and elements of an effective discussion with a developing teacher. REGISTRATION IS FOR ATTENDANCE/BILLING PURPOSES ONLY! 6 HOURS OF TRAINING WILL BE COMPLETED AT YOUR OWN PACE, WHEN AND WHERE YOU CHOOSE. ONCE REGISTERED AND DISTRICT APPROVED, EMMA KLIMEK WILL CONTACT YOU. Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
  • Enrolled: 30/50
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9. ASYNCHRONOUS - Initial Training for Administrators who Evaluate Teachers - Online Training and Off-line Learning REGISTRATION PURPOSES ONLY Facilitated by Emma Klimek

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 9/1/2022

Anytime, Anyplace…Any Pace! This online training is designed for lead evaluators who are required to be trained in the nine elements outlined by the New York State regulations regarding teacher evaluation. This course is conducted online with opportunities to participate in live video chats as well as live presentations. The training has eight modules which covered the required elements stipulated in the regulations. The modules will ask participants to view videos, review articles, post to a bulletin board and/or wiki as well as submit assignments. Completion of all of the required elements of this training will provide the participant evidence of training to submit to the appropriate authority in the participant's district for approval as a Lead Evaluator. Eight (8) Modules 1. Introduction 2. Research on Teacher Effectiveness 3. Seven Teaching Standards 4. Cognitive Engagement 5. Evidence Based Observation and Teacher Observation Rubrics 6. APPR and Growth 7. SLOs 8. Inter-rater Reliability REGISTRATION IS FOR ATTENDANCE/BILLING PURPOSES ONLY! 12 HOURS OF TRAINING WILL BE COMPLETED AT YOUR OWN PACE, WHEN AND WHERE YOU CHOOSE. Once registered, the presenter will contact you. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session. 12 hours CTLE Can use 2 consortium seats.
  • Enrolled: 6/50
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10. APPR Recertification **ONLINE** presented by Dr. Deborah DeLuca - 8:30-11:30am

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 9/8/2022

As per the regulations, teacher and principal evaluators are to be re-certified each year. This re-certification workshop for teacher and principal evaluators will provide updated information on APPR regulations. Participants will review video on the entire evaluation cycle and how to use evidence for change during the post observation conferences. **Participants will need to have their district's evaluation rubric available for the observation portion of the workshop. Links to the online session will be shared via email to registrants two days before the event. Eligible for three hours CTLE credit. Can use 1/2 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
  • Enrolled: 3/30
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11. Wilson Level I Certification-VIRTUAL Start-Up Day presented by Ava White - 8:30-10:30am

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 9/13/2022

Wilson Introduction 3-Day Workshop within the last five years is a pre-requisite for participation in Level I Certification. Participants need the WRS Starter Set from WRS 3-Day Training.
This program is designed to prepare individuals to implement WRS with students in need of a multisensory structured language program at the beginning stages of decoding and encoding. The prerequisite for participation in this program is attendance at a WRS Overview or WRS Applied Methods Workshop. This program is generally completed over the course of one (1) school year and consists of:
a) Start-Up Seminar
b) Implementation Meetings
START UP SEMINAR
Attendance at this seminar is mandatory for all participants in this program. Participants who do not attend this seminar may be asked, at the discretion of WLT, to withdraw from this program. IMPLEMENTATION MEETINGS A Wilson Trainer will schedule and provide five (5) 1-hour Implementation Meetings throughout the school year.
PRACTICUM WITH OBSERVATIONS Participants must complete a minimum of 60 practicum lessons implementing the WRS with an individual student selected according to the Wilson Practicum Student Selection Criteria. Participants must complete a pre- and post-testing student report. A Wilson Trainer observes the participant working with their student during five (5) 45-60 minute lessons during the course of the school year and provides written and verbal feedback. Observation dates and times are arranged by the Wilson Trainer with each participant. If the practicum student will be unavailable for an observation date, the lesson can be videotaped ahead of time to be viewed with the Trainer during the scheduled observation.
Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lhEK8-y4E5aSJ1KkoG41mzaQoh_Gxn27/view?usp=sharing
Link to the online session will be shared via email to registrants two days before the event. Eligible for 2 hours CTLE credit. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session
  • Enrolled: 1/20
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12. Outdoor Environmental Education Program Day-Use Training - 8-3:30pm

Program: Professional Development

Dates: 9/14/2022

This training is designed to prepare teachers who are interested in participating in Day-Use programs at the Western Suffolk BOCES Outdoor Learning Labs. Day-Use programs are meant to be an extension of the classroom where teachers have the opportunity to co-plan and conduct their classes in an environment that lends itself to authentic student centered inquiry based science education. All Day-Use classes have access to an outdoor educator to support them in planning activities, throughout a Day-Use class, and as the classes explore the outdoors. The Outdoor Environmental Education Program has three learning labs each located in Caleb Smith State Park, Connetquot River State Park, and Sunken Meadow State Park. Due to the environmental differences of each of the learning labs, we are able to offer a wide variety of programs that include, but are not limited to, animal adaptations, elementary chemistry, human impacts on the environment, makerspace challenges, planetarium programs, simple machines, topography, water testing, weathering and erosion, and much more! We encourage all teachers interested in learning more about Day-Use programs to attend. In addition, we also recommend teachers who have not been trained in the last 5 years attend as a refresher due to new programs being offered and the recent shift in science standards. Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CdtjN23u8JEEr61PSW4ESF-GWlQIHD_E/view?usp=sharing
  • Enrolled: 12/25
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13. Making Peace With Progress Monitoring K-12 **ONLINE** Presented by Consulting That Makes A Difference - 3:30-5:30pm

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 9/15/2022

This workshop will help educators to use tools and strategies for monitoring to make meaningful instructional decisions for students with disabilities. Participants will explore a variety of ways to collect data, learn how to monitor academic and behavioral goals, and develop skills for using data to drive instruction. Intended Audience: K-12 Special Educators, General Educators, Paraprofessionals, Administrators Eligible for 2 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1/2 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
  • Enrolled: 1/30
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14. Model Schools Technology Coordinator Meeting **IN PERSON** (WESTERN SUFFOLK BOCES DISTRICTS ONLY) - 8:30-10:30am

Program: Model Schools

Dates: 9/19/2022

These meetings, facilitated by Renee Allen, Divisional Administrator of Professional Development, are designed for district technology coordinators, building and central office administrators. Participants discuss technology integration, best practices in professional development and district concerns. An agenda is set for each meeting and will include topics of interest submitted by component districts.
  • Enrolled: 9/30
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15. APPR Recertification **ONLINE** presented by Emma Klimek - 8:30-11:30am

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 9/20/2022

The content will review the required elements of the teacher evaluation regulations and any updates available at the time of the workshop. In addition, the participants will review videos and using his/her district rubrics, will evaluate the teachers. We will discuss evidence, feedback and elements of an effective discussion with a developing teacher. Link to the online session will be shared via email to registrants two days before the event. Eligible for 3 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1/2 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
  • Enrolled: 4/50
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16. Diving Into Differentiation K-12 **ONLINE** Presented by Consulting That Makes A Difference - 8:30-2:30pm

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 9/20/2022

This workshop will teach the necessary tools for meeting the needs, capacities and skills of the diverse learners in the K-12 classroom. Participants will learn the components that compromise differentiated instruction and explore strategies to differentiate the four quadrants of differentiation. Participants will have the opportunity to create differentiated lessons that incorporate new strategies. Intended Audience: K-12 Special Educators, General Educators, Paraprofessionals, Administrators Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
  • Enrolled: 1/30
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17. Wilson Fundations VIRTUAL Introductory Workshop Level K presented by Sharon Wolf - 8:30-2:30pm

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 9/20/2022

Fundations Workshops give you a practical, how-to overview of Fundations. They focus on the knowledge and skills required to implement the program in the classroom and familiarize participants with the framework of Fundations instruction.
-Understand Fundations principles of instruction, the appropriate student population, and the implementation models used
-Review how Fundations materials facilitate multisensory, interactive learning
-Plan a Fundations lesson and determine a weekly schedule for a unit
-Practice lesson procedures and activities, reviewing unit structure and materials

These workshops are appropriate for teachers beginning to use Fundations instruction in their classrooms, or teachers and administrators interested in learning about Fundations in greater detail.
Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1csMTsafhAU7vw0PLtuaHFqFjihcdE6El/view?usp=sharing
Participants need to have their grade level kit to attend.
Link to the online session will be shared via email to registrants two days before the event. Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
  • Enrolled: 8/30
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18. New Teacher Evaluator Training (Must Attend Both Days) **IN PERSON** presented by Dr. Bob Tymann - 8:30-2:30pm

Program: Professional Development

Dates: 9/21/2022 to 10/18/2022

This training is designed for lead evaluators who are required to be trained in the nine elements outlined by the New York State regulations regarding teacher evaluation. The training has eight modules which cover the required elements stipulated in the regulations. Completion of all of the required elements of this training will provide the participant evidence of training to submit to the appropriate authority in the participant's district for approval as a Lead Evaluator. Eight (8) Modules 1. Introduction 2. Research on Teacher Effectiveness 3. Seven Teaching Standards 4. Cognitive Engagement 5. Evidence Based Observation and Teacher Observation Rubrics 6. APPR and Growth 7. SLOs 8. Inter-rater Reliability Eligible for 12 hours CTLE credit. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
  • Enrolled: 0/25
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19. Wilson Fundations VIRTUAL Introductory Workshop Level 1 presented by Sharon Wolf - 8:30-2:30pm

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 9/21/2022

Fundations Workshops give you a practical, how-to overview of Fundations. They focus on the knowledge and skills required to implement the program in the classroom and familiarize participants with the framework of Fundations instruction.
-Understand Fundations principles of instruction, the appropriate student population, and the implementation models used
-Review how Fundations materials facilitate multisensory, interactive learning
-Plan a Fundations lesson and determine a weekly schedule for a unit
-Practice lesson procedures and activities, reviewing unit structure and materials

These workshops are appropriate for teachers beginning to use Fundations instruction in their classrooms, or teachers and administrators interested in learning about Fundations in greater detail.
Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1csMTsafhAU7vw0PLtuaHFqFjihcdE6El/view?usp=sharing
Participants need to have their grade level kit to attend.
Link to the online session will be shared via email to registrants two days before the event. Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
  • Enrolled: 9/30
  • Wait: 0/10

20. School Library System Council meeting

Program: School Library System

Audience: Members of the School Library System Council

Dates: 9/21/2022

The School Library System Council meets to recommend policy; do long-range and short-range planning; and evaluate the System's services.
  • Enrolled: 1/7
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21. An Administrator's Guide to Supporting Differentiation (K-12 Administrators) **ONLINE** Presented by Consulting That Makes A Difference - 10-1pm

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 9/21/2022

This workshop will provide administrators with the knowledge and tools to support the four quadrants of differentiated instruction. Practical strategies and "look-fors” will be shared. Intended Audience: K-12 Administrators Eligible for 3 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1/2 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
  • Enrolled: 1/30
  • Wait: 0/10

22. APPR Recertification **ONLINE** presented by Emma Klimek - 8:30-11:30am

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 9/22/2022

The content will review the required elements of the teacher evaluation regulations and any updates available at the time of the workshop. In addition, the participants will review videos and using his/her district rubrics, will evaluate the teachers. We will discuss evidence, feedback and elements of an effective discussion with a developing teacher. Link to the online session will be shared via email to registrants two days before the event. Eligible for 3 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1/2 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
  • Enrolled: 0/50
  • Wait: 0/10

23. Introduction to Leveled Literacy Intervention (LLI) Primary (grades K-2) **IN PERSON** presented by Kristina Seeley - 8:30-2:30pm

Program: Professional Development

Dates: 9/22/2022 to 1/10/2023

Leveled Literacy Intervention (LLI) in the Orange, Green and Blue Second Edition Systems is a rigorous, small group, supplementary, literacy intervention designed for students who find reading and writing difficult and need intensive teaching to achieve grade-level proficiency. LLI Primary Systems deliver the engaging, efficient, and effective intervention that can give students the boost they need to read at the same level as their peers in as little as 18-24 weeks. The intervention should take place consistently in suggested small groups in addition to classroom literacy instruction to see maximum results.
In this workshop, participants will receive three-days of intensive training (two days of start-up training and one follow-up day) on the LLI Orange, Green and Blue systems and will learn specific skills and strategies to address the needs of readers who are not yet at grade -level proficiency. In addition to an overview of the components and implementation of LLI Orange, Green and Blue Second-Edition systems, professional development for these systems delve into the routines needed for proficiency in reading. Teachers will explore the rich opportunities in the LLI Systems for Phonics, Fluency, Comprehension and Writing About Reading.
Must attend all 3 days Materials not included. Please bring an LLI Program/System Guide, (Orange, Green or Blue), one Lesson Guide and Prompting Guide 1 to use during the seminar. These materials are all included in Box 1 of the LLI materials. There should be 1 system for every 1-2 participants.
Eligible for 18 hours CTLE credit. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
PLEASE VIEW FLYER FOR FULL DESCRIPTION: Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wCPOqs4CMIJtn7U2RXf39DvlJJwvh-fi/view?usp=sharing
  • Enrolled: 1/30
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24. Wilson Fundations VIRTUAL Introductory Workshop Level 2 presented by Sharon Wolf - 8:30-2:30pm

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 9/22/2022

Fundations Workshops give you a practical, how-to overview of Fundations. They focus on the knowledge and skills required to implement the program in the classroom and familiarize participants with the framework of Fundations instruction.
-Understand Fundations principles of instruction, the appropriate student population, and the implementation models used
-Review how Fundations materials facilitate multisensory, interactive learning
-Plan a Fundations lesson and determine a weekly schedule for a unit
-Practice lesson procedures and activities, reviewing unit structure and materials

These workshops are appropriate for teachers beginning to use Fundations instruction in their classrooms, or teachers and administrators interested in learning about Fundations in greater detail.
Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1csMTsafhAU7vw0PLtuaHFqFjihcdE6El/view?usp=sharing
Participants need to have their grade level kit to attend.
Link to the online session will be shared via email to registrants two days before the event. Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
  • Enrolled: 3/30
  • Wait: 0/10

25. Social Studies Collegial Circle **ONLINE** presented by Jessica Gruttola and Corinne Suckle - 9-10am

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 9/22/2022 to 6/15/2023

Western Suffolk, Eastern Suffolk and Nassau BOCES are offering monthly ELA Collegial Circles for administrators/ coordinators to connect, share resources and discuss important issues. The group has proven to be an incredible support system for those who have participated. PLEASE NOTE- Log on information for the ZOOM virtual session will be emailed to everyone who has registered on MyLearningPlan on the morning of the scheduled session. When you get the ZOOM log on invitation, you must click the link in the invitation and register for that session on ZOOM. When registering in ZOOM, your name and email MUST be the same as your MyLearningPlan account information.
  • Enrolled: 7/75
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26. ELA Collegial Circle **ONLINE** presented by Jessica Gruttola and Corinne Suckle - 10-11am

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 9/22/2022 to 6/15/2023

Western Suffolk, Eastern Suffolk and Nassau BOCES are offering monthly ELA Collegial Circles for administrators/ coordinators to connect, share resources and discuss important issues. The group has proven to be an incredible support system for those who have participated. PLEASE NOTE- Log on information for the ZOOM virtual session will be emailed to everyone who has registered on MyLearningPlan on the morning of the scheduled session. When you get the ZOOM log on invitation, you must click the link in the invitation and register for that session on ZOOM. When registering in ZOOM, your name and email MUST be the same as your MyLearningPlan account information.
  • Enrolled: 5/75
  • Wait: 0/10

27. Math Coordinator Network Meeting IN PERSON (With a limited virtual option) - 8:30-11:30am

Program: Professional Development

Dates: 9/23/2022

New
These meetings are designed for coordinators, directors and administrators who have the responsibility of math supervision in their buildings or school districts. The latest information from Albany will be discussed, local vendors will do brief presentations and information will be shared. Breakfast will be provided. This is an excellent opportunity to network with fellow supervisors. CONSORTIUM MEMBERSHIP AVAILABLE Participation for up to 25 district teachers to attend math related workshops, 1 customized professional development workshop held on site, coordinator meetings included, ongoing updates and technical assistance from consortium coordinator Please contact Mindy LiBassi mlibassi@wsboces.org for further information.
  • Enrolled: 11/75
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28. Differentiated Instruction: Using Choice Boards and Menus K-12 **ONLINE** Presented by Consulting That Makes A Difference - 3:30-5:30pm

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 9/28/2022

This workshop will provide guidelines and examples for implementing Choice Boards and Menus. Participants will have the opportunity to explore topics and create lessons for these two effective and engaging strategies. Intended Audience: K-12 Special Educators, General Educators, Paraprofessionals, Administrators Eligible for 2 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1/2 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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29. But I Don't Speak Spanish: Helping Our Spanish-Speaking Students (even though you don't speak Spanish) K-12 **IN PERSON** presented by Amy Benjamin - 8:30-2:30pm

Program: Professional Development

Dates: 9/29/2022

This workshop will demonstrate best practices to address the needs of English Language Learners in the general classroom. Topics will include: the basics of second language acquisition, the relationship between English and Spanish, what to expect as Spanish speakers transition into English, how rhythm and physical movement can help to learn a new language, and how knowing Latin word roots will help Spanish speakers as well as native English speakers to learn academic vocabulary. Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
  • Enrolled: 3/25
  • Wait: 0/10

30. Math Coordinator Network Meeting - HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED TO SEPT 23RD

Program: Professional Development

Dates: 9/29/2022

RESCHEDULED TO SEPT 23RD
Closed
These meetings are designed for coordinators, directors and administrators who have the responsibility of math supervision in their buildings or school districts. The latest information from Albany will be discussed, local vendors will do brief presentations and information will be shared. Breakfast will be provided. This is an excellent opportunity to network with fellow supervisors. CONSORTIUM MEMBERSHIP AVAILABLE Participation for up to 25 district teachers to attend math related workshops, 1 customized professional development workshop held on site, coordinator meetings included, ongoing updates and technical assistance from consortium coordinator Please contact Mindy LiBassi mlibassi@wsboces.org for further information.
  • Enrolled: 3/3
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31. WILSON Just Words VIRTUAL Workshop presented by Sharon Wolf - 8:30-2:30pm

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 9/29/2022

Just Words is a highly explicit, multisensory decoding and spelling program for students in grades 4-12 and adults who have mild to moderate gaps in their decoding and spelling proficiency but do not require intensive intervention. The Just Words curriculum provides a sophisticated study of word structure appropriate for students beyond the elementary grades. It provides direct and explicit teaching of "how English works” for both decoding and spelling automaticity. The Just Words and the Wilson Reading System provide a multi-tiered system of support for students in grades 4-12. Just Words provides targeted intervention for students with word-level deficits in the 15th-50th percentile, and WRS provides a more intensive and comprehensive intervention. The Just Words class is not just teaching reading and spelling basics, it is providing the foundational skills that are necessary in today's economy. Just Words provides a curriculum for the accelerated study of word structure through the six syllable types in English and the most common Latin roots. It is a highly explicit, multisensory decoding and spelling program for students in grades 4 - 12 and adults who do not require intensive intervention but do require explicit decoding and spelling instruction due to word-level deficits.
Participants must bring Just Words teachers kit.
Flyer:
Link to the online session will be shared via email to registrants two days before the event. Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
  • Enrolled: 1/30
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32. Accommodations and Modifications Made Simple K-12 **ONLINE** Presented by Consulting That Makes A Difference - 3:30-5:30pm

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 9/29/2022

Do you have questions about accommodations and modifications? Are they just two words for the same thing? Are they different, and if so, how? How can each of them support student's learning while keeping them in the least restrictive environment? If you've wondered about one or more of these questions, this workshop will provide the answers! Intended Audience: K-12 Special Educators, General Educators, Paraprofessionals, Administrators Eligible for 2 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1/2 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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33. Professional Circle: Back-to-School Grade Level Sharing

Program: School Library System

Audience: School Library Media Specialists

Dates: 9/29/2022

This professional circle will offer several grade level groups for sharing about back-to-school issues or concerns. Find out what's happening in other school libraries. Share with your grade level peers.
  • Enrolled: 4/100
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34. Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports for the Everyday Elementary Classroom K-5 **ONLINE** Presented by Consulting That Makes A Difference - 8:30-2:30pm

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 9/30/2022

This workshop will increase your knowledge and understanding of effective classroom management techniques and proactive supports for students with challenging behaviors in the elementary classroom. Participants will come away with practical strategies to implement in any learning environment. Time will be given for the creation of supports and materials for the classroom and individual students. Intended Audience: Grades K-5 Special Educators, General Educators, Paraprofessionals, Administrators Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
  • Enrolled: 3/30
  • Wait: 0/10

35. ASYNCHRONOUS - APPR Recertification **ONLINE** presented by Emma Klimek - REGISTRATION FOR ATTENDANCE PURPOSES ONLY!

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 10/1/2022

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The content will review the required elements of the teacher evaluation regulations and any updates available at the time of the workshop. In addition, the participants will review videos and using his/her district rubrics, will evaluate the teachers. We will discuss evidence, feedback and elements of an effective discussion with a developing teacher. REGISTRATION IS FOR ATTENDANCE/BILLING PURPOSES ONLY! 6 HOURS OF TRAINING WILL BE COMPLETED AT YOUR OWN PACE, WHEN AND WHERE YOU CHOOSE. ONCE REGISTERED AND DISTRICT APPROVED, EMMA KLIMEK WILL CONTACT YOU. Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
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36. ASYNCHRONOUS - Initial Training for Administrators who Evaluate Teachers - Online Training and Off-line Learning REGISTRATION PURPOSES ONLY Facilitated by Emma Klimek

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 10/1/2022

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Anytime, Anyplace…Any Pace! This online training is designed for lead evaluators who are required to be trained in the nine elements outlined by the New York State regulations regarding teacher evaluation. This course is conducted online with opportunities to participate in live video chats as well as live presentations. The training has eight modules which covered the required elements stipulated in the regulations. The modules will ask participants to view videos, review articles, post to a bulletin board and/or wiki as well as submit assignments. Completion of all of the required elements of this training will provide the participant evidence of training to submit to the appropriate authority in the participant's district for approval as a Lead Evaluator. Eight (8) Modules 1. Introduction 2. Research on Teacher Effectiveness 3. Seven Teaching Standards 4. Cognitive Engagement 5. Evidence Based Observation and Teacher Observation Rubrics 6. APPR and Growth 7. SLOs 8. Inter-rater Reliability REGISTRATION IS FOR ATTENDANCE/BILLING PURPOSES ONLY! 12 HOURS OF TRAINING WILL BE COMPLETED AT YOUR OWN PACE, WHEN AND WHERE YOU CHOOSE. Once registered, the presenter will contact you. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session. 12 hours CTLE Can use 2 consortium seats.
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37. APPR Recertification **ONLINE** presented by Dr. Deborah DeLuca - 8:30-11:30am

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 10/6/2022

As per the regulations, teacher and principal evaluators are to be re-certified each year. This re-certification workshop for teacher and principal evaluators will provide updated information on APPR regulations. Participants will review video on the entire evaluation cycle and how to use evidence for change during the post observation conferences. **Participants will need to have their district's evaluation rubric available for the observation portion of the workshop. Links to the online session will be shared via email to registrants two days before the event. Eligible for three hours CTLE credit. Can use 1/2 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
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38. Leadership Skills for Non-Instructional Directors, Managers and Supervisors - 3-day series **ONLINE** presented by Jeff Olefson - 9-12pm

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 10/6/2022 to 3/9/2023

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Target audience: Directors of transportation, food Service, facilities, technology, office managers, accounting supervisors, head custodians, kitchen managers and anyone else who supervises non-teaching staff in a school district.
This three-session series will explore practical tips and strategies for being more effective as a school leader.
Topics included:


• Helping your team embrace to the mission.


• Respectfully addressing under-performing staff and documenting.


• Establishing positive relationships with key stakeholders.


• Putting your best foot forward and creating a customer focused department.


• Helping your team thru a period of change,


• Planning, goal setting and effective use of technology.
Session 1: October 6, 2022 - Addressing underperforming staff
Session 2: January 26, 2023 - How to get employees to embrace the mission, conflict resolution and how to help your team thru a period of change.
Session 3: March 9, 2023 - How to create a customer-focused department. Eligible for 9 hours CTLE credit. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to workshop. For full workshop description, please copy this link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1r69fSnIi1qasBI9MF1smfDGNuIGb7v2N/view?usp=sharing
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39. Back-to-School with OverDrive/SORA

Program: School Library System

Audience: School Library Media Specialists

Dates: 10/6/2022

The SORA team will answer your questions and share about any new SORA updates. They will provide an in-depth overview of SORA, with emphasis on the libraries provided by the Western Suffolk BOCES School Library System including the WSBOCES Regional Digital Library, NY Reads, and LI Students Read. They will highlight available resources for students and staff on the OverDrive site.
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40. APPR Recertification **ONLINE** presented by Emma Klimek - 8:30-11:30am

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 10/11/2022

The content will review the required elements of the teacher evaluation regulations and any updates available at the time of the workshop. In addition, the participants will review videos and using his/her district rubrics, will evaluate the teachers. We will discuss evidence, feedback and elements of an effective discussion with a developing teacher. Link to the online session will be shared via email to registrants two days before the event. Eligible for 3 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1/2 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
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41. Increasing Student Motivation K-12 **ONLINE** Presented by Consulting That Makes A Difference - 3:30-5:30pm

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 10/11/2022

This workshop will explore the different aspects of motivation and its impact on student learning. Participants will come away with practical strategies to increase student motivation for learning. Intended Audience: K-12 Special Educators, General Educators, Paraprofessionals, Administrators Eligible for 2 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1/2 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
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42. Online Resources to Assist ENL Students in the Mainstreamed Classroom (Pt 1) - 2 Sessions-3 Hrs **ONLINE** presented by Pamela Solomon - 4-5:30pm

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 10/11/2022 to 10/13/2022

Participants will explore several online resources that improve second language acquisition, as well as teaching content, concepts and reading. These resources can be utilized across the grade levels and content areas. Participants will improve their technological expertise and gain knowledge of various resources that are available for educators. Link to the online session will be shared via email to registrants two days before the event. Eligible for 3 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1/2 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
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43. Preparing Your Students for the English Regents Exam (Part I): Focus on Reading **IN PERSON** presented by Amy Benjamin - 8:30-2:30pm

Program: Professional Development

Dates: 10/12/2022

This workshop will provide strategies for the reading comprehension part of the exam. Teachers will learn how to create Standards-based questions for literature, help students manage their time, and apply metacognitive skills. Target audience: English and special education teachers, grades 9-12. (This workshop, because it draws from the ELA Reading Standards, is also relevant to grades 6-8). Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
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44. Wilson Fundations VIRTUAL Introductory Workshop Gr 3 presented by Ava White - 8:30-2:30pm

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 10/12/2022

Fundations workshops give you a practical, how-to overview of Fundations. They focus on the knowledge and skills required to implement the program in the classroom and familiarize participants with the framework of Fundations instruction.
-Understand Fundations principles of instruction, the appropriate student population, and the implementation models used
-Review how Fundations materials facilitate multisensory, interactive learning
-Plan a Fundations lesson and determine a weekly schedule for a unit
-Practice lesson procedures and activities, reviewing unit structure and materials
This workshop is appropriate for teachers beginning to use Fundations instruction in their classrooms, or teachers and administrators interested in learning about Fundations in greater detail.
Link to the online session will be shared via email to registrants two days before the event. Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
**Participants need to have their grade level kit.**
Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/17dR5Qrmxo2ZSIWnAT2cpo9tgGQz-W2Bc/view?usp=sharing
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45. An Administrator's Guide to Supporting ICT (K-12 Administrators) **ONLINE** Presented by Consulting That Makes A Difference - 10-1pm

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 10/12/2022

This workshop will provide administrators with the knowledge and tools for supporting best practices in co-teaching. Practical strategies and "look-fors” will be shared. Intended Audience: K-12 Administrators Eligible for 3 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1/2 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
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46. "New” Librarians Orientation

Program: School Library System

Audience: School Library Media Specialists

Dates: 10/12/2022

This orientation is for school librarians who are new to the profession, new to a grade level, or who would like to learn more about the School Library System and BOCES. Experienced librarians are encouraged to attend to answer grade level specific questions.
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47. APPR Recertification **ONLINE** presented by Emma Klimek - 8:30-11:30am

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 10/13/2022

The content will review the required elements of the teacher evaluation regulations and any updates available at the time of the workshop. In addition, the participants will review videos and using his/her district rubrics, will evaluate the teachers. We will discuss evidence, feedback and elements of an effective discussion with a developing teacher. Link to the online session will be shared via email to registrants two days before the event. Eligible for 3 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1/2 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
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48. Science Coordinator Network Meeting **IN PERSON** presented by Mary Loesing and Joyce Barry - 8:30-11:30am

Program: Professional Development

Dates: 10/13/2022

Come join your Science colleagues - Lead Teachers, Science Supervisors and Administrators. In addition to being an informational gathering, you will have the opportunity to share the challenges encountered and the problems solved during the transition to online instruction. Mary Loesing and Joyce Barry will host. Eligible for three hours CTLE credit. Free to science consortium members. Payments: If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
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49. Liaison meeting and Professional Learning for all SLMS

Program: School Library System

Audience: School Library Media Specialists

Dates: 10/18/2022

Liaisons business meeting is followed by professional learning. "ConsidertheSourceNY.org” an in-depth introduction to this resource with New York State primary sources and teacher created learning activities. Focus is on elevating the voices of marginalized communities in the historical record. Presented by Archives Partnership Trust in collaboration with Nassau BOCES and ESBOCES School Library Systems. All SLMS are welcome to attend.
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50. Social Studies Coordinator Network Meeting **IN PERSON** presented by Lorraine Lupinski - 8:30-11:30am

Program: Professional Development

Dates: 10/18/2022

Feel the need to connect with Social Studies leaders in other districts? The opportunity is at hand. Come meet with your counterparts in other school districts at Western Suffolk BOCES. The following meetings are designed for lead teachers, coordinators and directors who have the responsibility of Social Studies supervision in their building or district. CONSORTIUM MEMBERSHIP AVAILABLE FOR ALL DISTRICTS Participation for up to 25 district teachers to attend Social Studies related workshops, 1 customized professional development workshop held on site, coordinator meetings included, ongoing updates and technical assistance from consortium coordinator. Please contact Mindy LiBassi mlibassi@wsboces.org for further information.
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51. Teaching Executive Functioning Skills: The Hidden Curriculum K-12 **ONLINE** Presented by Consulting That Makes A Difference - 8:30-2:30pm

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 10/18/2022

This workshop will increase your knowledge about the eight domains of executive functioning. You will come away with practical strategies to help your students strengthen their executive functioning skills and become more independent and productive learners. You will explore systems that support students with specific executive function difficulties, observe and participate in modeling of strategies, learn tools for identifying the executive functioning needs in your students. Intended Audience: K-12 Special Educators, General Educators, Paraprofessionals, Administrators Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
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52. Wilson Reading System 4th Edition 2-Day Institute **IN PERSON** presented by Ava White - 8:30-2:30pm

Program: Professional Development

Dates: 10/18/2022 to 10/19/2022

The Wilson Reading System® (WRS) 4th Edition Institute provides an in-depth, hands-on professional learning opportunity focused on Steps 1-6 the new edition. The two-day institute is designed for WRS Level I and Level II Certified teachers who were unable to attend the 2018 Conference for Wilson Certified Teachers.

WRS 4th Edition Institute session topics include:
-An Overview of the Wilson Reading System® Edition
-A Systematic & Integrated Approach to Teaching Phonology, Morphology, and Orthography
-The Study of Word Elements
-Fourth Edition Materials Tour
-WRS Instructor Manual and Lesson Plan Practice
-Vocabulary and Wilson Words in the 4th Edition
-Assessment, Accountability, and Instruction
-End-of-Step Assessment Lesson Practice
-Prerequisite
-WRS Level I or Level II Certification

Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TlhxQwco2bXCWmYxhfBQG2ds3LDe3319/view?usp=sharing
Eligible for 12 hours CTLE credit.
If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
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53. APPR Recertification **IN PERSON** presented by Dr. Bob Tymann - 8:30-11:30am

Program: Professional Development

Dates: 10/19/2022

As per the regulations, teacher and principal evaluators are to be re-certified each year. This re-certification workshop for teacher and principal evaluators will provide updated information on APPR regulations. Participants will review video on the entire evaluation cycle and how to use evidence for change during the post observation conferences. Eligible for three hours CTLE credit. Can use 1/2 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
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54. Math Talks in the Elementary Mathematics Classroom Gr 3-6 **IN PERSON** presented by Dr. Christine Pacinello - 8:30-11:30am

Program: Professional Development

Dates: 10/19/2022

What do we mean by "Math talks”?
Math talks are classroom conversations about mathematics which allows teachers to gain insight into student thinking. This allows teachers to provide guidance to students by identifying and clarifying misconceptions, as well as advance student thinking toward deeper understanding of mathematical concepts. This workshop will help teachers build a classroom community of inquiry and problem- solving built on trust in which students and teachers are able to exchange ideas through speaking...whether classes are virtual or in person!
Eligible for 3 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1/2 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
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55. Book Creator "ONLINE" Presented by Michele Fisk - 4-6pm

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 10/19/2022

Create your own teaching resources or have students practice their writing skills by crafting a digital book with multiple forms of expression. The workshop will cover: opening an account, creating, editing, and sharing books. We will also discuss options that are available for paid subscriptions. Link to the online session will be shared via email to registrants two days before the event. Eligible for two hours CTLE credit. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
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56. Conferencing With Parents **IN PERSON** presented by Jeff Olefson - 8:30-11:30am

Program: Professional Development

Dates: 10/20/2022

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The focus of this workshop is to explore ways of promoting positive exchanges between parents and teachers in varying situations. Included will be dealing with hostile, concerned, or distraught parents in impromptu and planned meetings. We will also explore strategies that help to create mutual respect, open communication and shared responsibility. How to plan an effective back to school night activity also will be covered. The aim is to help teachers and parents to work as a team in the service of the student. Eligible for 3 hours CTLE credit. If district is paying, approval must be confirmed prior to workshop. Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VjxAOK951HicDahPuJ2iHJuR3Hpm2ilS/view?usp=sharing
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57. Differentiation-Accommodation-Modification: Putting The Pieces Together K-12 **ONLINE** Presented by Consulting That Makes A Difference - 8:30-2:30pm

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 10/20/2022

Is that a differentiated instruction strategy, an accommodation or a modification? This workshop will clarify this question and offer ways to combine all three within a classroom to support a wide range of learners. You will gain a deeper understanding of differentiated instruction components, explore the need for and implementation of accommodations, learn a paradigm for understanding and creating modifications, and plan lessons that incorporate the information presented. Intended Audience: K-12 Special Educators, General Educators, Paraprofessionals, Administrators Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
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58. The Power of Progressions: Untangling the Knotty Areas of Teaching and Learning Fractions K-5 **IN PERSON** presented by Graham Fletcher - 8:30-2:30pm

Program: Professional Development

Dates: 10/20/2022

As more teachers look to add high-yield tasks to their repertoire, the struggle to make it all work becomes real. Let's examine how problem-based lessons can be used throughout the scope of a unit and how we can harness their power to move student thinking forward. We'll identify strategies and explore some tasks that help us find a healthy balance between application, conceptual understanding, and procedural fluency. Participants will:

• Engage in grade appropriate 3-act tasks and understand how the implementation of low-entry, high-scalability tasks can be used to reach all students.

• Explore the use of 3-act tasks as regular practice. Participants will identify when and how these lessons can be used throughout the scope of a unit.

• Understand how problem-based lessons can be used within the instructional framework (opening, work session, close), and the purposeful moves required to orchestrate an effective closing session.

• Identify ways in which problem-based lessons can be used as formative assessment to monitor student growth.

• Connect 3-act tasks to conceptual learning and application, and the role they play in modeling with mathematics. o Content development focus: 3rd-5th grade o Grade levels: 3rd-6th grade teachers, support staff, coaches and administrators Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 3 Consortium seats. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
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59. Long Island Technology & Education Summit 2022 - WESTERN SUFFOLK BOCES DISTRICTS ONLY

Program: Professional Development

Dates: 10/21/2022

PLEASE REGISTER WITH YOUR SCHOOL DISTRICT'S BOCES: Western Suffolk BOCES, Eastern Suffolk BOCES and Nassau BOCES invite all K-12 educators to participate in the Long Island Technology & Education Summit. The focus of this conference is to promote the use of technologies to enhance critical thinking, problem solving, creativity and imagination in the classroom. The Long Island Technology & Education Summit is a platform for sharing new ideas, innovations and trends. This highly regarded annual conference has grown into a premier event for Long Island educators. - Breakout sessions focusing on a wealth of ideas, resources and best practices that can be integrated into the classroom or curriculum. - Vendors available to discuss technology integration options. Audience: School District Administrators/K-12 Teachers/Technology Directors
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60. Introduction to Leveled Literacy Intervention (LLI) Intermediate (grades 3+) **IN PERSON** presented by Kristina Seeley - 8:30-2:30pm

Program: Professional Development

Dates: 10/25/2022 to 1/11/2023

Leveled Literacy Intervention (LLI) in the Red, Gold, Purple and Teal systems are for students in grades 3-12 who are reading below grade level. These systems deliver powerful, research-based intervention designed to bring students up to grade-level performance in as little as 18-24 weeks. The intervention should take place consistently in suggested small groups in addition to classroom literacy instruction to see maximum results. In this workshop, participants will receive three-days of intensive training (two days of start-up training and one follow-up day) on the LLI Red, Gold, Purple and Teal systems and will learn specific strategies to address the needs of older readers who need extra support. In addition to an overview of the components and implementation of LLI Red, Gold, Purple and Teal systems, professional development for these systems delves into the advanced routines needed for intermediate students. These routines include a focus on comprehension, vocabulary development, and fluency as well as phonics and word study principles, book discussion formats, writing about reading routines, novel study units, test taking study, and silent reading. Must attend all 3 days. Materials not included. Please bring The LLI Red OR Gold OR Purple OR Teal System Guide, Prompting Guide 1, Prompting Guide 2, and one Lesson Guide to use during the seminar. These materials are all included in Box 1 of the LLI materials. There should be 1 system for every 1-2 participants. Eligible for 18 hours CTLE credit. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session. PLEASE VIEW FLYER FOR FULL DESCRIPTION: Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Plt_KlBn-lm0RodZ_Hwx4xUsJHevMRkD/view?usp=sharing
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61. Differentiated Instruction: Using RAFTS and Cubing K-12 **ONLINE** Presented by Consulting That Makes A Difference - 3:30-5:30pm

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 10/25/2022

This workshop will provide guidelines and examples for implementing RAFTs and Cubing. Participants will have the opportunity to explore topics and create lessons for these two effective and engaging strategies. Intended Audience: K-12 Special Educators, General Educators, Paraprofessionals, Administrators Eligible for 2 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1/2 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
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62. Online Resources to Assist ENL Students in the Mainstreamed Classroom (PT 2) - 2 Sessions-3 Hrs **ONLINE** presented by Pamela Solomon - 4-5:30pm

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 10/25/2022 to 10/27/2022

Participants will explore several online resources that improve second language acquisition, as well as teaching content, concepts and reading. These resources can be utilized across the grade levels and content areas. Participants will improve their technological expertise and gain knowledge of various resources that are available for educators. This course is a continuation of Online Resources Part 1, but participants can take this workshop independent of the first one. Link to the online session will be shared via email to registrants two days before the event. Eligible for 3 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1/2 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
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63. Teaching Grammar: What Really Works **IN PERSON** presented by Amy Benjamin - 8:30-2:30pm

Program: Professional Development

Dates: 10/26/2022

This workshop will demonstrate engaging and memorable ways to teach the parts of speech, and how students and teachers can use their knowledge of parts of speech to improve vocabulary and writing skills. Amy Benjamin is the author of several books on teaching grammar, including Infusing Grammar into the Writer's Workshop. Grades 4-12 Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
  • Enrolled: 1/25
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64. ELA Coordinator Network Meeting **IN PERSON** presented by Jessica Gruttola - 8:30-11:30am

Program: Professional Development

Dates: 10/27/2022

These meetings are designed for coordinators, directors and administrators who have the responsibility of ELA supervision in their buildings or school districts. The latest information from Albany will be discussed, local vendors will do brief presentations and information will be shared. Breakfast will be provided. This is an excellent opportunity to network with fellow supervisors. CONSORTIUM MEMBERSHIP AVAILABLE FOR ALL DISTRICTS Participation for up to 25 district teachers to attend ELA related workshops, 1 customized professional development workshop held on site, coordinator meetings included, ongoing updates and technical assistance from consortium coordinator Please contact Mindy LiBassi mlibassi@wsboces.org for further information.
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65. Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports for the Everyday Secondary Classroom Gr 6-12 **ONLINE** Presented by Consulting That Makes A Difference - 8:30-2:30pm

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 10/27/2022

This workshop will increase your knowledge and understanding of effective classroom management techniques and proactive supports for students with challenging behaviors in the secondary classroom. Participants will come away with practical strategies to implement to any learning environment. Time will be given for the creation of supports and materials for the classroom and individual students. Intended Audience: Grades 6-12 Special Educators, General Educators, Paraprofessionals, Administrators Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
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66. Teaching With Intention PART 1: Administering the Fountas and Pinnell Benchmark Assessment With Fidelity - Grades K-8 **IN PERSON** presented by Kristina Seeley - 8:30-2:30pm

Program: Professional Development

Dates: 10/27/2022

The Fountas and Pinnell Benchmark Assessment provides teachers with precise tools and texts to observe and quantify specific reading behaviors and then interpret and use that data to plan meaningful, responsible instruction. It is imperative that teachers administer the Fountas and Pinnell Benchmark Assessment in a standardized way so that they can USE the results to set specific goals in accuracy, fluency and comprehension, teach into those behaviors and ultimately celebrate student growth over time! This workshop includes specific tutorials that provide ample practice to administer the assessment with fidelity, following guidelines that minimize administrative discrepancies. Afterwards, you'll feel confident assessing levels A-Z!
• Learn how to:
• Code oral reading and analyze those behaviors
• Observe and score for fluency
• Record student responses and score the comprehension conversation in a standardized way
• Find students' independent, instructional and frustration levels in reading This workshop can be taken independently, or with Teaching With Intention PART 2: Analyzing the Fountas and Pinnell Benchmark Assessment and Using it to Inform Instruction scheduled for Thursday, January 12, 2023. ***Please bring***
• 2-3 completed benchmark assessments if you have administered the assessment with your students. Otherwise, they will be provided for you.
• A text you will be using in the classroom for either Read Aloud or small group
• The Continuum of Literacy Learning (Located in the Benchmark Kit) Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 2 Consortium seats. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session. Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/16rzH99yPHZJOtvdklfphvNuajgNtUbJB/view?usp=sharing
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67. Social Emotional Learning: A Practical Application K-12 **ONLINE** Presented by Consulting That Makes A Difference - 8:30-2:30pm

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 11/1/2022

This workshop will provide information and strategies that promote the well-being, connectedness and success of all students. Supporting students around topics such as self-awareness, self-management, responsible decision-making, relationship skills and social awareness skills will be addressed. Participants will create lessons connected to each area of social emotional learning. Intended Audience: K-12 Special Educators, General Educators, Paraprofessionals, Administrators Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
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68. Teaching Internet Skills to Students Gr 5-12 **IN PERSON** presented by Dr. Christine Pacinello - 8:30-11:30am

Program: Professional Development

Dates: 11/2/2022

Dr. Christine Pacinello was recently certified as an Internet Research Specialist.
In this workshop, participants will develop a deeper understanding of how internet searches work. The workshop will cover ideas for using this knowledge to help students using the internet as a primary research tool. Topics covered:
● How internet searches work
● How to formulate research queries
● How to improve and refine internet searches by adding power words, symbols and operators
● Accessing specialized search engines and databases
● How to improve research skills by interpreting relevance and authority of results
Eligible for 3 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1/2 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
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69. Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) ONLINE TRAINING Six Hour Training in Harassment, Bullying, Cyberbullying, and Discrimination in Schools: Prevention and Intervention

Program: Student Support Services

Dates: 11/5/2022

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The New York State Education Department requires all applicants for certification or licensing after January 1, 2014, to complete at least 6 hours of coursework or training in harassment, bullying and discrimination. Western Suffolk BOCES Student Support Services Center is an approved New York State provider of this certification training. As a result of taking this training, participants will be able to:



• Summarize the intent components and operational definitions present in the Dignity Act.



• Develop sensitivity to the experience of specific student populations.



• Recognize how school climate and culture have an impact on student achievement and behavior with a strong focus on the importance of social and emotional learning strategies.



• Describe bullying, harassment and discrimination, including indicators, early warning signs, prevention and intervention and how to interact with families of victims and aggressors.



• Enhance their understanding of diversity and multi-cultural environments and examine personal biases.



• Articulate the reporting requirements for educators as specified in the Dignity Act. This is a two-part training which is comprised of a total of six instructional hours; three hours to be completed asynchronously online and three hours to be completed via Zoom. A Zoom link will be sent out the Friday before the class. You will need a desktop or laptop with a working webcam, microphone, and internet access. Date: Saturday, November 5, 2022, via Zoom 9:00am-12:00pm Part One- 3 hours At Home, asynchronous, self-directed-remote learning Part Two- 3 hours Online, synchronous, on November 5, 2022 via Zoom 9am-12pm flyer:https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ITSGMWRyOfZEoDv-5UBQDy_bpRvFXB12/view?usp=sharing
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70. Long Island School Library Systems' Regional Institute: SPARK Connections - Chapter 9

Program: School Library System

Audience: School Library Media Specialists

Dates: 11/8/2022

TBD
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71. Long Island Student Support Team Conference (LISST) 2022 **ONLINE** WS BOCES & OUTSIDE LONG ISLAND DISTRICTS ONLY - 8:30-2:30pm

Program: Online Professional Development

Audience: School Counselors, School Psychologists, School Social Workers, Directors of Guidance, School Mental Health Counselors, other Student Support Team members

Dates: 11/8/2022

Long Island Student Support Team (LISST) Conference- Eastern Suffolk BOCES, Nassau BOCES and Western Suffolk BOCES would like, once again, to invite all School Counselors, Psychologists, Social Workers, and other support team members to participate in the 2022 LISST Conference. Our theme, "Responding to a Changing World", will focus on Guidance regulations, new mental health mandates and practices, mindfulness and topics that address the overall well-being of students. The conference is a platform for sharing ideas and best practices among school professionals in this field.
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72. Eighteenth Annual and Third Virtual School Nurse Election Day Conference - Tuesday, November 8, 2022

Program: Student Support Services

Dates: 11/8/2022

* The School Medical Director *Creating Safe Schools for LGBTQ Students *The Opioid Epidemic and the Role of the School Nurse *What's New at State flyer:https://drive.google.com/file/d/1H2rH8D_bM9gLFP6AI2X4_9fsH0JaeArJ/view?usp=sharing
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73. Preparing Your Students for the English Regents Exam (Part II): Focus on Writing the Argumentative Essay **IN PERSON** presented by Amy Benjamin - 8:30-2:30pm

Program: Professional Development

Dates: 11/9/2022

This workshop will provide strategies for Part II of the exam. Teachers will learn how to teach the elements and details of argumentation and help students incorporate multiple texts to support their claims and counterclaims. We will work with authentic writing as a model for how to construct an effective written argument on a substantial topic. Target audience: English and special education teachers, grades 9-12. (This workshop, because it draws from the ELA Reading and Writing Standards, is also relevant to grades 6-8). Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
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74. Autism Spectrum Disorder: Addressing needs, Supporting outcomes, Developing skills K-12 **ONLINE** Presented by Consulting That Makes A Difference - 3:30-5:30pm

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 11/9/2022

This workshop will provide current information and strategies for effectively supporting students with ASD. Participants will learn the latest research surrounding ASD and strategies for addressing challenging behaviors, meeting social needs and providing dynamic academic supports for students with ASD. Intended Audience: K-12 Special Educators, General Educators, Paraprofessionals, Administrators Eligible for 2 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1/2 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
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75. An Administrator's Guide to Supporting Specially Designed Instruction (K-12 Administrators) **ONLINE** Presented by Consulting That Makes A Difference - 10-1pm

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 11/15/2022

This workshop will provide administrators with the knowledge and tools to support the implementation of specially designed instruction for students with disabilities. A three-tiered paradigm for implementing modifications will be shared. Intended Audience: K-12 Administrators Eligible for 3 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1/2 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
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76. Differentiated Instruction: Using Jigsaws and Carousels K-12 **ONLINE** Presented by Consulting That Makes A Difference - 3:30-5:30pm

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 11/15/2022

This workshop will provide guidelines and examples for implementing Jigsaws and Carousels. Participants will have the opportunity to explore topics and create lessons for these two effective and engaging strategies. Intended Audience: K-12 Special Educators, General Educators, Paraprofessionals, Administrators Eligible for 2 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1/2 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
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77. The Blueprint for English Language Learners and Using Scaffolds and Strategies for Student Success - 2 Pt Workshop **ONLINE** presented by Pamela Solomon - 4-5:30pm

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 11/15/2022 to 11/17/2022

Participants will explore the 8 Principles of the Blueprint for English Language Learners Success developed by New York State and how this Blueprint affects the instruction of English Language Learners. In addition, we will examine several techniques to scaffold/modify lessons for ELLs to improve their comprehension skills and improve their linguistic abilities. Link to the online session will be shared via email to registrants two days before the event. Eligible for 3 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1/2 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
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78. Putting The "Special” Back In Special Education K-12 **ONLINE** Presented by Consulting That Makes A Difference - 8:30-2:30pm

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 11/16/2022

This workshop explores the meaning of "specially designed instruction" and how to provide the unique types of instructional services needed by students with disabilities. Participants will understand modifications that help students accomplish IEP goals and objectives that support the achievement of the general curriculum standards. You will explore a three-tiered approach for making modifications. Learn new effective strategies for altering, modifying and/or adapting instructional methods, materials, techniques or learning environments for students and engage in activities that can support students' learning with a wide range of abilities. Intended Audience: K-12 Special Educators, General Educators, Administrators Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
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79. Teaching Writing Through Mentor Texts **IN PERSON** presented by Amy Benjamin - 8:30-2:30pm

Program: Professional Development

Dates: 11/16/2022

Mentor texts are well-written pieces in various genres that serve as models and are sources of inspiration for writers at all levels. When we teach writing through mentor texts we make simultaneous use of instructional time: we are teaching writing, expanding their knowledge of the world, and giving them a purpose for the strategies of close reading. In this workshop, we will use the New York Times Learning Network feature, "Annotated by the Author,” as well as beloved children's literature by Shel Silverstein. ELA, Special Education Teachers, ENL Teachers, grades 6-12. Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
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80. Writing Projects for Elementary Social Studies Gr 3-6 **IN PERSON** presented by Dr. Christine Pacinello - 8:30-11:30am

Program: Professional Development

Dates: 11/16/2022

This workshop will help elementary teachers integrate writing projects into their social studies curriculum. Students will not only learn to improve their writing skills, but will also explore and explain the connection between historical figures and the ideas and events of their lifetime, using specific evidence from informational text. During this workshop , teachers will:
● Explore the process of creating a writing unit based on informational text in Social Studies
● Discuss lesson ideas that include anticipation guides as well as formative assessments which build connections between reading and the writing process
● Integrate discussion and collaborative learning into the writing process
Eligible for 3 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1/2 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
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81. Screencastify "ONLINE" presented by Michele Fisk - 4:30-6pm

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 11/16/2022

Use Screencastify to create video tutorials or record part of a lesson. You can easily link Screencastify to your Google Drive too! Please note: Screencastify only works with Google Chrome. The workshop will cover: setting up an account, navigating the application, and exploring lesson ideas. The workshop will focus on teacher accounts and the new Free, Starter, and Pro plans of Screencastify. Link to the online session will be shared via email to registrants two days before the event. Eligible for 1.5 hours CTLE credit. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
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82. School Library System Council meeting

Program: School Library System

Audience: Members of the School Library System Council

Dates: 11/17/2022

The School Library System Council meets to recommend policy; do long-range and short-range planning; and evaluate the System's services.
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83. AP Collegial Circle **ONLINE** Three 1-Hour Sessions presented by Jessica Gruttola, Corinne Suckle, Rebecca Kravitz - 2:30-3:30pm

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 11/17/2022 to 3/23/2023

Join your colleagues for discussions, resources and exchange of ideas focused on the needs of AP Capstone classes. Share opinions and strategies for overcoming obstacles and support each other through testing season. Rebecca Kravitz from the College Board will join us to answer any questions you may have. Participants will have access to a Google Classroom of resources compiled by both the facilitators and other members of the group. Link to the online session will be shared via email to registrants two days before the event. Eligible for three hours CTLE credit. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session. Link to the online session will be shared via email to registrants two days before the event. Eligible for three hours CTLE credit. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
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84. Latin and Greek Word Roots: The Keys to the Castle of Academic Vocabulary **IN PERSON** presented by Amy Benjamin - 8:30-2:30pm

Program: Professional Development

Dates: 11/30/2022

Knowledge about Latin and Greek roots helps us figure out unfamiliar words, deepens our understanding of words, helps us find relationships among words that we didn't even know were related. But how can we teach word roots without just giving out lists and worksheets? We know that way doesn't lead to durable learning. In this full day workshop, you will learn engaging, memorable ways to build deep word knowledge through the principles of pattern recognition, etymology, visuals, and meaningful repetition. We can help students hone their linguistic intuition so they can feel more confident around academic vocabulary. This workshop is especially useful for ELLs whose native language is based on Latin (Spanish, French, Portuguese, Italian, Romanian). Grades 4-12 Eligible for two 6 CTLE credit. Can use 1 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
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85. Model Schools Technology Coordinator Meeting **IN PERSON** (WESTERN SUFFOLK BOCES DISTRICTS ONLY) - 8:30-10:30am

Program: Model Schools

Dates: 12/1/2022

These meetings, facilitated by Renee Allen, Divisional Administrator of Professional Development, are designed for district technology coordinators, building and central office administrators. Participants discuss technology integration, best practices in professional development and district concerns. An agenda is set for each meeting and will include topics of interest submitted by component districts.
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86. Culturally Responsive-Sustaining Framework for Teaching English Language Learners (2 Pt Workshop) **ONLINE** presented by Pamela Solomon - 4-5:30pm

Program: Online Professional Development

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

Participants will examine the CRS Framework and the 5 Basic Cultural Competencies that all teachers must address in their classrooms. Activities and software applications that assist in meeting the CRSF will be reviewed (Nearpod and Flipgrid). Link to the online session will be shared via email to registrants two days before the event. Eligible for 3 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1/2 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
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87. Liaison meeting and Professional Learning for all SLMS

Program: School Library System

Audience: School Library Media Specialists

Dates: 12/7/2022

Liaisons business meeting is followed by professional learning. "School Library Program Rubric: Domain 2 - Build the Learning Environment” a review of the 2020 School Library Program Rubric with a focus on Domain 2, its 4 Subdomains, and its 9 Essential Elements. All SLMS are welcome to attend.
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88. Making Peace with Goal Writing, Data Collection and Progress Monitoring for Students with Disabilities K-12 **ONLINE** Presented by Consulting That Makes A Difference - 8:30-2:30pm

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 12/7/2022

Goal writing, data collection and progress monitoring are vital to meeting the needs of students with disabilities. However, all of these can be challenging for even the most seasoned educator. This workshop will provide guidance, examples, useful tools and strategies for creating goals, taking data and monitoring student progress. Intended Audience: K-12 Special Educators, General Educators, Administrators Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
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89. Preparing Your Students for the English Regents Exam (Part III): Focus on Writing the Literary Analysis **IN PERSON** presented by Amy Benjamin - 8:30-2:30pm

Program: Professional Development

Dates: 12/7/2022

This workshop will provide strategies for Part III of the exam. Teachers will learn how to help students compose a brief but powerful rhetorical analysis that identifies the central idea and the key technique that the author used to express it. Target audience: English and special education teachers, grades 9-12. (This workshop, because it draws from the ELA Reading and Writing Standards, is also relevant to grades 6-8). Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
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90. Teaching with Books of Choice: A New Kind of Literature Circle **IN PERSON** presented by Amy Benjamin - 8:30-2:30pm

Program: Professional Development

Dates: 12/8/2022

The Next Generation ELA Standards open many doors to encourage students to become lifelong readers. As educators, we know the importance of choice in reading material to get students actively engaged. This workshop will demonstrate a new kind of discussion-based reading assessment, one that draws from Socratic Seminar, Literature Circles, and Book Clubs. Students choose to read a book from a list of quality contemporary and classic literature and then participate in a structured conversation leading to an understanding of universal themes. The unique feature of the Books of Choice Circles is that the students have all read different books. Also included will be poetry, editorials, and informational articles. Grade Level Band: 6-12 Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
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91. Supporting Students with Executive Functioning Challenges K-12 **ONLINE** Presented by Consulting That Makes A Difference - 3:30-5:30pm

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 12/8/2022

This workshop will explore the eight domains of executive functioning. Participants will come away with practical strategies to help students strengthen their executive functioning skills and become more independent and productive learners. Intended Audience: K-12 Special Educators, General Educators, Paraprofessionals, Administrators Eligible for 2 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1/2 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
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92. They Still Can't Spell? Strategies for Remediating Spelling Problems at the Middle and High School Levels **IN PERSON** presented by Amy Benjamin - 8:30-2:30pm

Program: Professional Development

Dates: 12/14/2022

Yes, spelling does count. Proper spelling conveys the "look of literacy" while poor spelling diminishes the writer's credibility and causes the reader to pay attention to mistakes rather than meaning. Many teachers in the intermediate and secondary grades don't know how to incorporate and individualize effective spelling lessons. Come and learn a variety of ways to use mini-lessons, etymology, games and puzzles, metacognition, classroom visuals, mnemonic devices, word sorts, morphology charting, air writing, and-yes, spelling rules to make students more confident and competent writers and readers. Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
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93. An Administrator's Guide to Supporting Social Emotional Learning (K-12 Administrators) **ONLINE** Presented by Consulting That Makes A Difference - 10-1pm

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 12/14/2022

This workshop will provide administrators with the knowledge and tools that promote the well-being, connectedness and success of all students. Supporting educators around topics such as self-awareness, self-management, responsible decision-making, relationship skills and social awareness skills will be addressed. Intended Audience: K-12 Administrators Eligible for 3 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1/2 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
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94. Differentiated Instruction: The Art of Questioning and Discussion Techniques K-12 **ONLINE** Presented by Consulting That Makes A Difference - 3:30-5:30pm

Program: Online Professional Development

Dates: 12/14/2022

Do you struggle with how to get all your students to actively participate in discussions? Do you find that you have the same students answering your questions and engaging in discussions, while other students rarely respond? This workshop will teach you the skills you need to actively engage all learners. Intended Audience: K-12 Special Educators, General Educators, Paraprofessionals, Administrators Eligible for 2 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1/2 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
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95. Science Coordinator Network Meeting **IN PERSON** presented by Mary Loesing and Joyce Barry - 8:30-11:30am

Program: Professional Development

Dates: 12/15/2022

Come join your Science colleagues - Lead Teachers, Science Supervisors and Administrators. In addition to being an informational gathering, you will have the opportunity to share the challenges encountered and the problems solved during the transition to online instruction. Mary Loesing and Joyce Barry will host. Eligible for three hours CTLE credit. Free to science consortium members. Payments: If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
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96. Math Coordinator Network Meeting IN PERSON (With a limited virtual option) - 8:30-11:30am

Program: Professional Development

Dates: 12/16/2022

These meetings are designed for coordinators, directors and administrators who have the responsibility of math supervision in their buildings or school districts. The latest information from Albany will be discussed, local vendors will do brief presentations and information will be shared. Breakfast will be provided. This is an excellent opportunity to network with fellow supervisors. CONSORTIUM MEMBERSHIP AVAILABLE Participation for up to 25 district teachers to attend math related workshops, 1 customized professional development workshop held on site, coordinator meetings included, ongoing updates and technical assistance from consortium coordinator Please contact Mindy LiBassi mlibassi@wsboces.org for further information.
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97. School Library System Council meeting

Program: School Library System

Audience: Members of the School Library System Council

Dates: 1/10/2023

The School Library System Council meets to recommend policy; do long-range and short-range planning; and evaluate the System's services.
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98. Teaching With Intention PART 2: Analyzing the Fountas and Pinnell Benchmark Assessment and Using It to Inform Instruction K-8 **IN PERSON** presented by Kristina Seeley - 8:30-2:30pm

Program: Professional Development

Dates: 1/12/2023

Results drive instruction, so it's essential for us as educators to learn how to analyze the assessment data, discovering student strengths and teaching opportunities. So often, the Fountas and Pinnell Benchmark Assessment is used to get a reading level and move on! Yet, when analyzed at its fullest, this assessment is one of the most comprehensive tools we have to determine where our readers are in terms of accuracy, fluency AND comprehension. In this workshop, you will discover practical ways to organize your data and a series of strategic action steps and goals that when used effectively, provide positive, incremental shifts in your literacy instruction. This will lead to confident readers and improved results. We will look at Fountas and Pinnell Guided Reading Sets (part of Fountas and Pinnell Classroom) as an example of powerful resources that can be used to link the data to instruction. These tools help teachers shift reading behaviors with their students and lift the level of thinking students are doing as they read, however you can easily apply this workshop to any curriculum you are using and you do not need the Fountas and Pinnell Guided Reading sets to attend the workshop. Learn how to: Organize your students Fountas and Pinnell Benchmark data in practical ways Analyze the data for students' specific strengths and teaching opportunities Implement targeted instructional moves that will get student reading behavior shifts quickly! This workshop can be taken independently, or with Teaching With Intention PART 1: Administering the Fountas and Pinnell Benchmark Assessment with Fidelity Grades K-8. **If you have never looked at the contents of the kit, you may bring the Benchmark Kit with you to training to look through and use. Otherwise, just bring The Assessment Guide** Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 2 Consortium seats. Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1SHBCQUgyQpeW3dZW4QJPV-rrXxpfjeTl/view?usp=sharing
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99. ELA Coordinator Network Meeting **IN PERSON** presented by Jessica Gruttola - 8:30-11:30am

Program: Professional Development

Dates: 1/19/2023

These meetings are designed for coordinators, directors and administrators who have the responsibility of ELA supervision in their buildings or school districts. The latest information from Albany will be discussed, local vendors will do brief presentations and information will be shared. Breakfast will be provided. This is an excellent opportunity to network with fellow supervisors. CONSORTIUM MEMBERSHIP AVAILABLE FOR ALL DISTRICTS Participation for up to 25 district teachers to attend ELA related workshops, 1 customized professional development workshop held on site, coordinator meetings included, ongoing updates and technical assistance from consortium coordinator Please contact Mindy LiBassi mlibassi@wsboces.org for further information.
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100. Model Schools Technology Coordinator Meeting **IN PERSON** (WESTERN SUFFOLK BOCES DISTRICTS ONLY) - 8:30-10:30am

Program: Model Schools

Dates: 2/7/2023

These meetings, facilitated by Renee Allen, Divisional Administrator of Professional Development, are designed for district technology coordinators, building and central office administrators. Participants discuss technology integration, best practices in professional development and district concerns. An agenda is set for each meeting and will include topics of interest submitted by component districts.
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101. Social Studies Coordinator Network Meeting **IN PERSON** presented by Lorraine Lupinski - 8:30-11:30am

Program: Professional Development

Dates: 2/15/2023

Feel the need to connect with Social Studies leaders in other districts? The opportunity is at hand. Come meet with your counterparts in other school districts at Western Suffolk BOCES. The following meetings are designed for lead teachers, coordinators and directors who have the responsibility of Social Studies supervision in their building or district. CONSORTIUM MEMBERSHIP AVAILABLE FOR ALL DISTRICTS Participation for up to 25 district teachers to attend Social Studies related workshops, 1 customized professional development workshop held on site, coordinator meetings included, ongoing updates and technical assistance from consortium coordinator Please contact Mindy LiBassi mlibassi@wsboces.org for further information.
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