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1. Virtual Understanding Special Education Data for State Reporting - BEDS Day Snapshot Review Workshop

Program: Student Support Services: State Reporting

Dates: 11/20/2024

Location: Zoom

We will be offering our Understanding Special Education Data for State Reporting - BEDS Day Snapshot review workshop Wednesday November 20th, from 1-3. This workshop will review why reporting this data accurately is important, and how it is used at the State level. This session is intended for any new special education office staff who are responsible for reporting the PD Data System Verification Reports 1-6 and 8. Each verification report will be explained and reviewed. Presented by retired Special Education experts, Dr. Roberta Kupietz and Dr. Arlene Genden Sage. This session is also relevant to current District Data Coordinators who would like to learn more about this collection of reports and how to resolve errors. A Zoom link will be e-mailed to participants the day of the meeting.

2. *COPY OF Anti Bullying Strategies For The Classroom - CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 2/6/2025 to 5/6/2025

Location: Virtual

This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. We have all read the stories, seen the videos and experienced the impact of bullying. It is perhaps one of the longest lasting epidemics in the educational world. As a profession we have made great strides in preventing bullying in the school, yet there is so much more work to be done. This course will focus on establishing a safe learning environment where all students can learn. Strategies for preventing bullying and assisting the victims of bullying will be addressed. This course is recommended for all K-12 educators.

3. *COPY OF Anxiety and Stress Management in a School Setting - CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 2/6/2025 to 5/6/2025

Location: Virtual

This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. Anxiety and stress are major factors in the lives of both school professionals and students. The purpose of this course is to enhance student performance by minimizing the negative effects of stress in the classroom. Participants learn a working definition of stress and anxiety, study research findings on the cause of stress, learn reasons explaining its impact upon teaching and learning, and conduct a thorough assessment of stress factors in their classrooms. This knowledge facilitates application of tools and techniques to identify, prevent, and manage stressors to improve academic success. Participants will also identify specific students experiencing debilitating stress and take actions to address these problems and help the student restore personal equilibrium and enhance their performance. This course is appropriate for all K-12 teachers and school professionals.

4. *COPY OF Are You a Culturally Responsive Teacher? - CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 2/6/2025 to 5/6/2025

Location: Virtual

This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. Delivering culturally-responsive lessons can not only help you engage students, but allow them to make personal connections with content. Greater student investment will lead to many other benefits, such as more rigor and motivation. This course will walk educators through the process of learning about the link between culture and neuroscience, as well as methods for infusing daily lessons with culturally responsive activities. A happier, focused classroom is the ideal outcome.

5. *COPY OF Cross Curricular Coding- CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 2/6/2025 to 5/6/2025

Location: Virtual

This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. In order to make connections between what students learn in school and the real world, instructional materials must be relevant to the lives of our students. With the expansion of computer science in K-12 education, the concept of computer programming should be prevalent through a student's education. When working in tandem with core curriculum subjects, connections between coding and the real world become evident. Not only can this collaboration benefit a student's computer science education, it also has the potential to enhance the core curriculum by presenting education in a different way.

6. Substance Use Counselor Circle

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Mental Health Consortium

Location: Nassau BOCES - Mental Health Services Virtual Professional Development (Westbury, NY) - virtual

Audience: school substance counselors

Dates: 2/7/2025

Location: virtual

Moderated by LICADD Topic TBD

7. *COPY OF The Peaceful Classroom and Easing Student Anxiety and Stress- LILIE (GRAD THROUGH UMASS GLOBAL)

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

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

Location: Virtual

Course #: EDUU 9048 Instructor: Kysten Elliston-Martin GRAD THROUGH UMASS GLOBAL OR IN-SERVICE The class will address the stress and anxiety students contend with on a daily basis by examining the causes and learning ways to help alleviate such within the classroom. By becoming more aware and versed in strategies of social emotional learning and practices through the lens of culturally responsive practices that embrace and reflect the many identities and experiences of the students in their care, educators will learn to support their students and lessen the stress and anxiety often felt by them. How the recent pandemic has changed student motivation and behavior and what to do in order to meet their unique and diverse interests will be included in this timely course as well. In all, this course will cultivate an awareness and provide resources and strategies to employ in creating a peaceful classroom that works to reduce stress and anxiety of students with the goal of developing equitable practices for the students in one's care, notably for those marginalized populations.

8. Substance Use Counselor Circle

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Mental Health Consortium

Location: Nassau BOCES - Mental Health Services Virtual Professional Development (Westbury, NY) - virtual

Audience: school substance counselors

Dates: 4/4/2025

Location: virtual

Moderated by LICADD Topic TBD

9. Depression is More Than Sadness: An Epidemic in Our Students Today - LILIE (IN-SERVICE )

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 6/1/2025 to 6/28/2025

Location: Virtual

Course # EDUU 9805 Instructor: Allison Jahn GRAD THROUGH UMASS GLOBAL OR IN-SERVICE Mental illness, social-emotional awareness and our students' overall well-being is part of our classrooms today. Teaching is no longer just reading and writing. In this course, we will equip educators to understand, connect and manage depression. We will see how depression demonstrates itself within varying communities and culture and with different age groups. With the statistics surrounding depression growing each year, relating to & managing this disorder is vital to success in our hallways & classrooms. The course will instruct participants about what defines depression, the various types of depression, the signs and symptoms of depression and what schools & teachers can do to support students. Further, we will study and review common approaches to treating and managing depression - both in and out of school. A full discussion on typical medications and holistic approaches will occur, as well as a focus on communication skills and appropriate terminology to connect and reach families.

10. Engaging Family: Strengthening Ties through an Equity Based Approach - In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/1/2025 to 7/28/2025

Location: Virtual

Course # TBA Instructor: Kerri Coudrey GRAD THROUGH UMASS GLOBAL OR IN-SERVICE "Engaging Family: Strengthen Ties through an Equity Based Approach” is a course designed to help educators improve their skills in building strong, supportive relationships with families from diverse cultural backgrounds. This course will focus on using an equity-based approach to family engagement, which involves actively working to eliminate barriers and create opportunities for all families to participate in and benefit from their children's education and development. Throughout the course, participants will learn about the importance of cultural responsiveness in family engagement, including how to recognize and respect the unique values, beliefs, and practices of different cultural groups. They will also learn how to use a variety of strategies and techniques to effectively communicate with and support families, including through the use of interpreters, home visits, and other forms of outreach to work towards developing a deeper understanding of the complexities of family engagement and gain practical skills for building strong, supportive relationships with families from diverse backgrounds. This course must be approved by District prior to start of class.

11. Maximizing Strengths and Abilities Supportive Approach for Students with Learning Diversity- LILIE (GRAD THROUGH UMASS GLOBAL)

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/1/2025 to 7/28/2025

Location: Virtual

Course #: EDUU 9072 Instructor: Carmella Currao-McAleavey GRAD THROUGH UMASS GLOBAL OR IN-SERVICE "Learning diversity” recognizes that individuals with learning disabilities have unique strengths and abilities, and emphasizes the importance of building on these assets in order to support their learning and development. The concept of learning diversity acknowledges that there is diversity within the ways that individuals learn, and that this diversity should be valued and supported rather than viewed as a deficit emphasizing the importance of creating inclusive and supportive learning environments that recognize and accommodate the needs of all learners, including those with learning disabilities. By using an asset-based approach and framing learning disabilities as learning diversity, educators can shift their focus from deficits to strengths, and work to create inclusive and supportive learning environments that empower all students to succeed. This course will also focus on strategies for helping students with learning diversities succeed in the classroom with techniques for differentiating instruction, adapting materials and assessments, and using assistive technology. In addition, there will be continual exploration in which culture can impact learning and considering the unique needs and experiences of students from diverse backgrounds. Overall, the goal of this course is to provide educators with the knowledge, skills, and strategies they need to support and empower students with learning diversities to reach their full potential.

12. Teacher Rescue: Preventing and Reversing Burnout - In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/1/2025 to 7/28/2025

Location: Virtual

Course # EDPD 624 Instructor: Cathy Carella-Dean GRAD THOUGH MANHATTAN COLLEGE OR IN-SERVICE The role of an educator has increasingly become more and more demanding. In addition to being content specialists, or service providers, educators find that their roles encompass so much more than delivering instruction and/or services. Educators' daily work includes elements of counseling, caregiving, mentoring, mediating, coaching, and so much more. Over time, these demands can lead educators to feel "burnt out.” This course will give participants the tools to recognize what teacher burn out is and how it negatively impacts teacher and student outcomes. Participants will go beyond identifying issues and will analyze research-based strategies, techniques, and actions to help prevent or reverse burn out. Educators will learn about the positive and invigorating effects of participating in PLCs, PDs, stress management activities, reflections, and leadership opportunities. Educators will discuss and analyze research-based, best practices that improve instructional strategies and collaborative approaches to student learning. Educators will examine their underlying personal beliefs, norms, practices, and assumptions, and reflect on how a student's race or culture may have influenced school culture. Educators identify they will implement to meet the needs of their students with a careful eye to how cultural responsiveness works to achieve this. Educators will synthesize fresh lesson plans and faculty presentations that improve student outcomes and serve to prevent and reverse teacher burnout. This course must be approved by District prior to start of class.

13. The Good & Bad of social media: Function, Psychology & Usefulness of social media in our Students & Classrooms Today - In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/1/2025 to 7/28/2025

Location: Virtual

Course #: EDKU 9689 Instructor: Allison Jahn GRAD THROUGH UMASS GLOBAL OR IN-SERVICE Today's standards place a heavy emphasis on the various types of technology in the classroom. This course focuses on the social, physical and academic impact of social media on our students, their well-being and their learning. We will analyze and evaluate the role of social media today and its impact on teens in order to discover ways to link popular medias and apps with both academic and personal success. The course will study both the positive and negative roles social media plays in kids' lives, as well as educate Participants on how to utilize this type of technology in our classrooms to foster meaningful learning. Through the lens of culturally responsive practices and growing our own critical consciousness, participants will learn about methods to support and strengthen the success of all students and their unique and diverse backgrounds. Specifically, we will read about incorporating Common Core standards while teaching with social media. In addition to strategies and technology that supports both participants and students, a timely and valuable benefit of this course will help educate and better protect students on the dangers of social media while focusing on the positive connections to their education. Further, participants will discuss how to appropriately integrate critical consciousness with their students and to have that dialogue within the classroom. Additionally, grouping and instructional practices regarding cultural responsiveness will be discussed as well. This course must be approved by District prior to start of class.

14. Virtual L2RPT EOY Review for Funding and Accountability

Program: Student Support Services: State Reporting

Dates: 7/22/2025

Location: Zoom

This session is designed to help participants understand the connection between reported data and the reports that directly impact funding and ESSA Accountability outcomes. This meeting will be virtual via Zoom. Registrants will receive a link the morning of the meeting. This workshop is for DDC's, CIO's and Assistant Superintendents for Curriculum.

15. Affirming Student Identity: Curators of Content - In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 8/1/2025 to 8/28/2025

Location: Virtual

Course #: TBA Instructor: Valerie Fiano GRAD THROUGH UMASS GLOBAL OR IN-SERVICE Affirming student identity refers to the practice of recognizing, valuing, and supporting the diverse identities of our students, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation and ability. We implement this through inclusive curriculum, classroom practices, and interactions. Additionally, we need to provide authentic resources that support marginalized groups and fosters a positive sense of self-worth among all students. We need to empower students to take an active role in selecting, organizing, and presenting the content they are learning. By providing students the opportunity to curate their own learning experiences they can develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and strong communication skills. We can implement this in a variety of ways, such as project-based learning, student led discussions, and diverse student curated resources. **This course must be approved by District prior to start of class.**

16. New Administrator Collegial Circle for Secondary Level Leaders

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530

Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LS3

Audience: Secondary Level School and District Administrators

Dates: 8/14/2025 to 4/16/2026

Location: LS3

"Know thy impact. The greatest gift we can give our students is a belief in their ability to learn - and the leadership to make it possible." - John Hattie

Connect. Refine. Lead. Reflect

Join a powerful network of new school administrators, at the secondary level, committed to collaboration, growth, and student-centered leadership.

Our New Administrative Collegial Circle for secondary level leaders is a perfect place for you to connect with other educational leaders to share experiences, refine your skills and work collaboratively with others

Participants will:

Connect with Peers: Build meaningful relationships with fellow administrators in a supportive, judgment-free space.

Refine Your Practice: Engage in real-time problem-solving, leadership protocols, and skill-building conversations.

Lead with Confidence: Walk away with useful tools, new perspectives, and renewed purpose for leading your school.

Reflect without Judgment: Look back on past experiences and create new leadership strategies for the future.

Please note: Cancellation policy: If a participant has registered for, but is unable to attend, a Nassau Boxes workshop, they are required to drop their workshop registration on Frontline/MLP at least 7 days prior to the start date of the workshop. In the event the participant does not cancel within this time frame, the participant/district will be billed.

17. Literacy Leadership Series with The Reading & Writing Project at Mossflower

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530

Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - CR 1, 2, 3

Audience: Superintendents, Curriculum Directors, Principals, APs, Coaches

Dates: 8/19/2025 to 5/4/2026

Location: CR 1, 2, 3

Each and every day, the work of teaching children to read and write is both urgent and joyful. But those of us who lead this work-who guide and grow the teachers who guide and grow our readers and writers-need places to come together. We need to study alongside colleagues who share our vision, to wrestle with challenges, to celebrate progress, and to imagine what's possible.

This series of six Literacy Leadership workshops is designed for just that purpose. Across the 2025-2026 school year, literacy leaders from across Long Island will gather to build a shared vision for powerful, equitable reading, writing, and phonics instruction.

Led by The Reading & Writing Project at Mossflower, each session will blend big-picture thinking with the kinds of nitty-gritty practical tools that you can bring back to your schools right away. Together, we'll study research, analyze student work, rehearse coaching moves, and plan for meaningful professional learning experiences in your districts.

Most of all, this series will offer a community of thought partners-fellow leaders who believe, as you do, in the transformative power of literacy.

Please note: Cancellation policy: If a participant has registered for, but is unable to attend, a Nassau BOCES workshop, they are required to drop their workshop registration on Frontline/MLP at least 7 days prior to the start date of the workshop. In the event the participant does not cancel within this timeframe, the participant/district will be billed.

18. In-person State Reporting / Data Warehouse CIO/DDC Meeting

Program: Student Support Services: State Reporting

Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - CR 1,2,3

Dates: 9/10/2025

Location: CR 1,2,3

This workshop will cover new Level 0 Updates, new SIRS Manual data elements, upcoming data deadlines and certification dates, and various NYSED policies and procedures. This meeting will be in person at the Nassau BOCES Lupinskie Center. Please show ID at the door.

19. Literacy Coach Collegial Circle

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530

Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LS 2

Audience: Literacy Coaches

Dates: 9/15/2025 to 5/20/2026

Location: LS 2

Closed

Our Literacy Coach Collegial Circle is the perfect place for you to connect with other educators in your position, share best practices, and refine your coaching skills.

Engage in reflective discussions and problem-solving sessions with experienced literacy coaches.

Dive deep into research-based instructional strategies and explore innovative approaches.

Collaborate with a supportive community of practice to enhance your coaching practice.

Share lesson plans, resources, and success stories to inspire and empower fellow coaches.

Please note: Cancellation policy: If a participant has registered for, but is unable to attend, a Nassau BOCES workshop, they are required to drop their workshop registration on Frontline/MLP at least 7 days prior to the start date of the workshop. In the event the participant does not cancel within this timeframe, the participant/district will be billed.

20. Virtual Social Studies Collegial Circle (for Nassau Districts)

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530

Location: Nassau BOCES - Virtual Professional Development (Westbury, NY)

Audience: Chairperson, Director, Coordinator

Dates: 9/18/2025 to 6/18/2026

Nassau BOCES is joining, once again, with Western Suffolk to offer monthly Social Studies Collegial Circles for administrators and coordinators to connect, share resources and discuss important issues. The group has proven to be an incredible support system for those who have participated.

All meetings will be held virtually from 9am-10am.

21. Virtual ELA Collegial Circle (for Nassau Districts)

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530

Location: Nassau BOCES - Virtual Professional Development (Westbury, NY)

Audience: Chairperson, Director, Coordinator

Dates: 9/18/2025 to 6/18/2026

Nassau BOCES is joining, once again, with Western Suffolk to offer monthly ELA Collegial Circles for administrators and coordinators to connect, share resources and discuss important issues. The group has proven to be an incredible support system for those who have participated.

All meetings will be held virtually from 10am-11am.

22. Virtual Math Specialist Collegial Circle - 10 Session Series

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530

Location: Nassau BOCES - Virtual Professional Development (Westbury, NY)

Audience: Grades K-12 Math Teachers, Math Coaches, and Math Instructional Support Teachers

Dates: 9/19/2025 to 6/12/2026

Join fellow math teachers from across Long Island in a ten-session Collegial Circle Series designed to support and inspire your work in the classroom. Connect with peers who are passionate about improving math teaching and learning in their schools, and come ready to share ideas, discuss challenges, and explore new strategies together.

Each one-hour virtual session provides a welcoming space for thoughtful conversation, reflection, and collaboration with colleagues from other districts. Grounded in the belief that we grow through shared learning, this series offers opportunities to deepen your teaching practice, gain fresh perspectives, and work together toward stronger, more effective math instruction for all students.

Each meeting's agenda is shaped by the interests and needs of participants, with a brief survey sent the week before to gather input and guide our conversation.

Registration on Frontline will register you to attend all 10 sessions. Upon registration and prior to the inaugural meeting, you will receive a calendar of events with Zoom & survey links.

Please register in Zoom with the same email address that was used to register on Frontline.

23. RTI/MTSS Implementation Workshop: From Core Components to Real-World Success in K-12 Education (5 Sessions)

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530

Location: Nassau BOCES - Virtual Professional Development (Westbury, NY) - CR 123

Audience: Teachers and Administrators

Dates: 9/22/2025 to 3/19/2026

Location: CR 123

Closed

This comprehensive workshop is designed to equip educators with the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to implement a successful Response to Intervention (RTI) or Multi-tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) program within their K-12 schools. RTI/MTSS is a multi-tiered framework aimed at providing targeted support to students based on their individual needs, ensuring that all learners have the opportunity to achieve academic, social-emotional and behavioral success.

Over the course of five sessions, participants will delve into the core components of RTI, explore effective strategies for designing student action plans, examine targeted intervention techniques, learn how to collect and analyze data to inform instructional decisions, and consider the unique needs of diverse learners, including those with social-emotional learning (SEL) needs and English language learners (ELL).

Please note: Cancellation policy: If a participant has registered for, but is unable to attend, a Nassau BOCES workshop, they are required to drop their workshop registration on Frontline/MLP at least 7 days prior to the start date of the workshop. In the event the participant does not cancel within this timeframe, the participant/district will be billed.

24. Virtual Science Administrator Collegial Circle

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530

Location: Nassau BOCES - Virtual Professional Development (Westbury, NY)

Audience: Science Administrators, Chairpersons, Specialists, Coaches

Dates: 9/25/2025 to 5/28/2026

Join fellow K-12 science administrators and instructional leaders to collaborate, problem-solve, and share strategies for strengthening science teaching and learning. This year-long virtual Collegial Circle Series offers a professional space to connect with peers, reflect on challenges, and explore solutions that support your district's implementation of the New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS).

Each one-hour session provides a supportive environment for discussion, reflection, and cross-district collaboration. Participants will examine key curriculum shifts, including integrating Investigations and three-dimensional learning, discuss emerging trends in science instruction and assessment, and share actionable strategies to improve student outcomes.

Registration on Frontline enrolls you in all sessions. Please use the same email address to register on Zoom that you used to register on Frontline.

25. Building Reading Muscle, Grades 6-8
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL Plus Program
Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 30, 2026)

Building Reading Muscle, Grades 6-8

IMPORTANT NOTE: Work in the course can start immediately after enrolling in BUZZ regardless of the start date posted above. All participants must register in both My Learning Plan (to receive CTLE credits) and the BUZZ Learning Management System (to actually enroll in and access the course). BUZZ enrollment procedures can be found at https://online.nassauboces.org/programs/virtual-professional-development-workshops/enl .

Course Description: Building reading muscle requires training, perseverance and constant progress monitoring. Participants will review intervention strategies that include timely response to an intervention focused on strength and strategy. Strategic and differentiated interventions reviewed and practiced with will include cognitive questioning, vocabulary development, peer and teacher feedback, use of graphic organizers and reflective self-monitoring strategies as they apply to middle-level learners.

Course Outcomes: Investigate and construct intervention strategies focused on the response to intervention. Apply strategies to differentiate instruction for struggling learners

Identify, produce and implement vocabulary and questioning strategies combined with consistent use of teacher and peer feedback to build reading muscle

Credits: 2
Enrolled: 16/500
Wait: 0/0

26. Building Reading Muscle, Grades 9-12
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL Plus Program
Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 30, 2026)

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Work in the course can start immediately after enrolling in BUZZ regardless of the start date posted above. All participants must register in both My Learning Plan (to receive CTLE hours) and the BUZZ Learning Management System (to actually enroll in and access the course). BUZZ enrollment procedures can be found at https://online.nassauboces.org/programs/virtual-professional-development-workshops/enl .

Course Description:
Building reading muscle requires training, perseverance and constant progress monitoring. Participants will review intervention strategies that include timely response to an intervention focused on strength and strategy. Strategic and differentiated interventions reviewed and practiced with will include cognitive questioning, vocabulary development, peer and teacher feedback, use of graphic organizers and reflective self-monitoring strategies as they apply to middle-level learners.

Course Outcomes:
Investigate and construct intervention strategies focused on the response to intervention
Apply strategies to differentiate instruction for struggling learners
Identify, produce and implement vocabulary and questioning strategies combined with consistent use of teacher and peer feedback to build reading muscle

Enrolled: 12/500
Wait: 0/0

27. Building Reading Muscle, Grades PK-5
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL Plus Program
Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 30, 2026)

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Work in the course can start immediately after enrolling in BUZZ regardless of the start date posted above. All participants must register in both My Learning Plan (to receive CTLE hours) and the BUZZ Learning Management System (to actually enroll in and access the course). BUZZ enrollment procedures can be found at https://online.nassauboces.org/programs/virtual-professional-development-workshops/enl .

Course Description:
Building reading muscle requires training, perseverance and constant progress monitoring. Participants will review intervention strategies that include timely response to an intervention focused on strength and strategy. Strategic and differentiated interventions reviewed and practiced with will include cognitive questioning, vocabulary development, peer and teacher feedback, use of graphic organizers and reflective self-monitoring strategies as they apply to middle-level learners.

Course Outcomes:
Investigate and construct intervention strategies focused on the response to intervention
Apply strategies to differentiate instruction for struggling learners
Identify, produce and implement vocabulary and questioning strategies combined with consistent use of teacher and peer feedback to build reading muscle

Enrolled: 28/500
Wait: 0/0

28. Co-teaching and Professional Collaboration
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL Plus Program
Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 30, 2026)

IMPORTANT NOTE: Work in the course can start immediately after enrolling in BUZZ regardless of the start date posted above. All participants must register in both My Learning Plan (to receive CTLE credits) and the BUZZ Learning Management System (to actually enroll in and access the course). BUZZ enrollment procedures can be found at https://online.nassauboces.org/programs/virtual-professional-development-workshops/enl .

Course Description:
Strong co-teaching relationships are the underpinnings for a seamless and manageable instructional environment. This course will prepare teachers to work collaboratively on mutual goals and student learning objectives in a team effort. The benefits of such effort are numerous and include: positive and scholarly collegial exchanges focused on student-centered goals and objectives, planned and orchestrated communication among each other and with students, analysis and use of data to plan effective instruction with.
Course Outcomes:
Plan collaboratively using protocols specific to effective communication resulting in higher understanding and action steps
Identify and analyze learning gaps to develop action steps
Select mutual student learning objectives and plan around those objectives with strategy

Credits: 2
Enrolled: 38/500
Wait: 0/0

29. ENLs: Balanced Literacy Grades K-5
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL Plus Program
Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 30, 2026)

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Work in the course can start immediately after enrolling in BUZZ regardless of the start date posted above. All participants must register in both My Learning Plan (to receive CTLE hours) and the BUZZ Learning Management System (to actually enroll in and access the course). BUZZ enrollment procedures can be found at: https://online.nassauboces.org/programs/virtual-professional-development-workshops/enl .

All About Balanced Literacy and English Language Learners Grades K-8 Participants in this e-course will learn how the balanced literacy components of phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary and comprehension to work into a balanced reading, writing, listening and speaking curriculum geared specifically for ELLs. Research-based strategies that engage effective instruction, as guided by sound scaffolding techniques, work seamlessly into successful balanced literacy programs when applied intentionally - participants will learn all of this, and more. Ancillary materials for immediate implementation will include rubrics, checklists, lesson plans and strategy guides.

Course Outcomes:
Use reading, writing, listening and speaking strategies to effectively scaffold student learning. Develop the skill and ability to leverage online and off-site resources to teach using balanced literacy strategies and techniques.

Enrolled: 20/500
Wait: 0/0

30. ENLs: Best Literacy Practices
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL Plus Program
Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 30, 2026)

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Work in the course can start immediately after enrolling in BUZZ regardless of the start date posted above. All participants must register in both My Learning Plan (to receive CTLE hours) and the BUZZ Learning Management System (to actually enroll in and access the course).BUZZ enrollment procedures can be found at: https://online.nassauboces.org/programs/virtual-professional-development-workshops/enl .

Course Description:
After analyzing modules to determine the best embedded practices that support diverse English language learners, participants will divide by grade bands to learn the best practices embedded within them. Looking at and analyzing module samples will teach them how to identify specific best practices in action, and what makes them best as a strategy and an action, providing the foundations for differentiation and close reading strategies. Participants will identify best practices pertinent to the grade and discipline they teach, and work them into assignments that scaffold into a final project.

Course Outcomes:
Analyze lessons to identify embedded best practices that support the diverse language needs of ELL students.
Glean and apply new best practices by working them into unit and lesson plans presently being taught.
Implement and reflect upon best practice strategies

Enrolled: 37/500
Wait: 0/0

31. ENLs: Building Reading Comprehension Grades PK-3
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL Plus Program
Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 30, 2026)

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Work in the course can start immediately after enrolling in BUZZ regardless of the start date posted above. All participants must register in both My Learning Plan (to receive CTLE hours) and the BUZZ Learning Management System (to actually enroll in and access the course). BUZZ enrollment procedures can be found at: https://online.nassauboces.org/programs/virtual-professional-development-workshops/enl .

Course Description:
The building blocks to effective reading comprehension begin in the primary grades with explicit instruction, teacher modeling and lots of guided practice. Under this umbrella, participants will learn to teach reading comprehension, geared specifically for the needs of ENLs, through the effective strategies that build student capacity. Story structure, graphic representation, reciprocal questioning, retelling and summarizing are some of the approaches under study. All strategies overviewed will include tools for implementation.

Course Outcomes:
Acquire and apply the skills needed to effectively teach reading comprehension in primary grades for ENLs.
Plan for and implement the strategies that build student capacity through teacher modeling, guided practice.

Enrolled: 19/500
Wait: 0/0

32. ENLs: Close Reading Strategies Grades 3-8
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL Plus Program
Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 30, 2026)

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Work in the course can start immediately after enrolling in BUZZ regardless of the start date posted above. All participants must register in both My Learning Plan (to receive CTLE hours) and the BUZZ Learning Management System (to actually enroll in and access the course).BUZZ enrollment procedures can be found at: https://online.nassauboces.org/programs/virtual-professional-development-workshops/enl .

Course Description:
While many students will develop their own methods to read complicated text, answer high-level questions and respond with written products, many ENLs will struggle with reading complex text and the close reading strategies that support it. We now know there are numerous approaches to teach close reading with, all of them working in numerous ways to parcel through multiple layers of text complexity, even for ENLs. From chunking to note taking with purpose, to using visuals and other multi-sensory approaches, participants will gain a repertoire of strategies with which to teach close reading successfully to all students, including ENLs.

Course Outcomes:
Understand what it means to ""close read"" with a strategy for ENLs.
Understand and gain insight into the close reading requirements of the Common Core State Standards.
Apply new strategies to the teaching of close reading to English language learners.

Enrolled: 14/500
Wait: 0/0

33. ENLs: Data-Driven Decision Making
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL Plus Program
Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 30, 2026)

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Work in the course can start immediately after enrolling in BUZZ regardless of the start date posted above. All participants must register in both My Learning Plan (to receive CTLE hours) and the BUZZ Learning Management System (to actually enroll in and access the course). BUZZ enrollment procedures can be found at: https://online.nassauboces.org/programs/virtual-professional-development-workshops/enl .

Course Description:
Instructional decision-making hinges on variables that can change by the minute, the hour, and the student. The many forms that data take can inform rich instruction. It's all about driving the right data to the right instructional strategy. This course will focus on deep data digs, gaps analysis, and meeting the needs of second language learners.

Course Outcomes:
Glean and analyze valuable information about student performance from data, focusing on ENLs.
Look at and analyze multiple data sets to plan instructional strategy with. Data will include formative and summative sources focused on drawing accurate information about the language performance of ENLs.
Use data to plan instruction for ENLs with.

Enrolled: 13/500
Wait: 0/0

34. ENLs: Differentiating in Bilingual Classrooms, Grades 6-8
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL Plus Program
Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 30, 2026)

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Work in the course can start immediately after enrolling in BUZZ regardless of the start date posted above. All participants must register in both My Learning Plan (to receive CTLE hours) and the BUZZ Learning Management System (to actually enroll in and access the course). BUZZ enrollment procedures can be found at: https://online.nassauboces.org/programs/virtual-professional-development-workshops/enl .

Course Description:
Teaching and differentiating in inclusive classrooms requires careful and flexible planning and creativity. Through design, re-design, and research-based, field tested strategy in inclusive classrooms, participants will invent and reinvent lessons using effective methods for differentiation, with a focus on ELL growth. Learning profiles, interest survey cognitive-friendly learning environments, SIOP strategies, tiered questioning and student ""hooks"" for rigorous learning application are some of the takeaways of this e-course.

Course Outcomes:
Create differentiated lessons for inclusive classrooms through design and strategy.
Practice with the strategies that lead to effective and diverse learning environments.
Plan flexibly using tools, resources, and new strategy to address the needs of diverse learners.

Enrolled: 8/500
Wait: 0/0

35. ENLs: Differentiating in Bilingual Classrooms, Grades K-5
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL Plus Program
Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 30, 2026)

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Work in the course can start immediately after enrolling in BUZZ regardless of the start date posted above. All participants must register in both My Learning Plan (to receive CTLE hours) and the BUZZ Learning Management System (to actually enroll in and access the course). BUZZ enrollment procedures can be found at: https://online.nassauboces.org/programs/virtual-professional-development-workshops/enl .

Course Description:
Teaching and differentiating in inclusive classrooms requires careful and flexible planning and creativity. Through design, re-design, and research-based, field-tested strategy in inclusive classrooms, participants will invent and reinvent lessons using effective methods for differentiation, with a focus on ELL growth. Learning profiles, interest survey cognitive-friendly learning environments, SIOP strategies, tiered questioning and student ""hooks"" for rigorous learning application are some of the takeaways of this e-course.

Course Outcomes:
Create differentiated lessons for inclusive classrooms through design and strategy.
Practice with the strategies that lead to effective and diverse learning environments.
Plan flexibly using tools, resources, and new strategy to address the needs of diverse learners.

Enrolled: 5/500
Wait: 0/0

36. ENLs: Differentiating with Literature Circles Grades K-8
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL Plus Program
Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 30, 2026)

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Work in the course can start immediately after enrolling in BUZZ regardless of the start date posted above. All participants must register in both My Learning Plan (to receive CTLE hours) and the BUZZ Learning Management System (to actually enroll in and access the course). BUZZ enrollment procedures can be found at: https://online.nassauboces.org/programs/virtual-professional-development-workshops/enl .

Course Description:
Literature circles with flexible grouping are a combination that works perfectly into a differentiated literacy curriculum for ENLs. With a strong record of success, literature circles continue to meet the needs of all learners. Participants in this e-course will learn the strategies that make literature circles successful, and how to leverage them effectively for ENLs, small groups, and learning centers. Tools for implementation and informal assessment include checklists, role rubrics and a host of multisensory differentiation ideas.

Course Outcomes:
Locate, develop and use the tools needed to effectively differentiate instruction for ENLs within the Literature Circle framework.
Use field-tested tools to successfully conduct literature circles that differentiate for ENLs.

Enrolled: 9/500
Wait: 0/0

37. ENLs: Formative Assessment Practices, Grades K-5
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL Plus Program
Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 30, 2026)

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Work in the course can start immediately after enrolling in BUZZ regardless of the start date posted above. All participants must register in both My Learning Plan (to receive CTLE hours) and the BUZZ Learning Management System (to actually enroll in and access the course).BUZZ enrollment procedures can be found at: https://online.nassauboces.org/programs/virtual-professional-development-workshops/enl .

Course Description:
Assessment of learning or for learning? Balanced, summative interim and formative assessments will be evaluated for CCSS application in this e-course. Participants will understand how to effectively monitor their ENL student learning, structure requisite assessment criteria, and teach to support a rapid turnaround of language results.

Course Outcomes:
Seek out new assessment resources using effective research skills that further teaching and learning.
Match grade-level assessment criteria to standards-aligned curriculum
Monitor student learning to move up individual student performance, focusing primarily on ENLs.

Enrolled: 3/500
Wait: 0/0

38. ENLs: Inclusive Classrooms
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL Plus Program
Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 30, 2026)

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Work in the course can start immediately after enrolling in BUZZ regardless of the start date posted above. All participants must register in both My Learning Plan (to receive CTLE hours) and the BUZZ Learning Management System (to actually enroll in and access the course). BUZZ enrollment procedures can be found at: https://online.nassauboces.org/programs/virtual-professional-development-workshops/enl .

Course Description:
Careful thought and planning can garner the best classroom management practices for inclusive classrooms. Participants in this course will learn how to create balanced classrooms, and evaluate their utility in various settings and scenarios to include co-teaching and collaboration. The use of appropriate supports for English language learners will be practiced with through various teaching approaches, to include co-teaching, interactive teaching, parallel teaching, and through lesson development. Participants will glean useful learning strategies as they align with teaching of core content for inclusive settings.
Course Outcomes:
Understand how to plan for and apply research-based strategies to classroom management practices in inclusive classroom settings.
Understand what balanced classrooms look like, and plan similarly using various teaching methods and models.
Align management strategy with content goals based on industry best practices for inclusive K-5 settings focused on ELL growth.

Enrolled: 27/500
Wait: 0/0

39. ENLs: Literacy Strategies for Tier II and III Learners, Grades 3-12
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL Plus Program
Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 30, 2026)

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Work in the course can start immediately after enrolling in BUZZ regardless of the start date posted above. All participants must register in both My Learning Plan (to receive CTLE hours) and the BUZZ Learning Management System (to actually enroll in and access the course). BUZZ enrollment procedures can be found at: https://online.nassauboces.org/programs/virtual-professional-development-workshops/enl .

Course Description:
Consistent use of reading and writing strategy across all content areas continues to turn around the language skills of English language learners, particularly those who struggle. Participants will finish this e-course with a compendium of strategies and tools to aid ENLs and struggling learners with, using researched and field-tested implementation ideas.

Course Outcomes:
Use same strategy ideas across all content areas to leverage ENL student success with.
Glean and apply multiple strategies that aid in the successful literacy effort of struggling learners and ENLs.
Apply collaboration among multiple disciplines and plan to accommodate the needs of struggling learners.

Enrolled: 10/500
Wait: 0/0

40. ENLs: Multiple Intelligences, Multiple Learning Styles, Grades 3-12
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL Plus Program
Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 30, 2026)

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Work in the course can start immediately after enrolling in BUZZ regardless of the start date posted above. All participants must register in both My Learning Plan (to receive CTLE hours) and the BUZZ Learning Management System (to actually enroll in and access the course). BUZZ enrollment procedures can be found at: https://online.nassauboces.org/programs/virtual-professional-development-workshops/enl .

Course Description:
Research continues to show that providing students with multiple entry-points to learning improves performance. Tools and resources used to measure learning styles and learning preferences will be included in this rich and informative e-course focused on identifying and cultivating multiple intelligences in order to effectively plan for, and teach to our speakers of other languages.

Course Outcomes:
Acquire new tools to cultivate student intelligence with while teaching to the multiple learning styles of ELLs.
Differentiate for multiple learning styles per best practices for ENLs.
Apply strategies specific to ELLs for teaching to multiple intelligences.

Enrolled: 16/500
Wait: 0/0

41. ENLs: Planning with Differentiation in Mind
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL Plus Program
Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 30, 2026)

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Work in the course can start immediately after enrolling in BUZZ regardless of the start date posted above. All participants must register in both My Learning Plan (to receive CTLE hours) and the BUZZ Learning Management System (to actually enroll in and access the course). BUZZ enrollment procedures can be found at: https://online.nassauboces.org/programs/virtual-professional-development-workshops/enl .

Course Description:
Aligned to: Danielson Domains 1 and 2, Marzano Domains 2 and 3 Planning with purpose leads to effective instruction. This course takes learners through a variety of planning processes that align closely with pre-established learning goals, objectives, state and national standards. In addition, working knowledge of current and best instructional planning design specific to ENLs, along with the preparation that goes behind it, will highlight reflection and development. Participants will work new ideas into planning with specific purposes and ends in mind as they work out of and into the Marzano (2001) Nine Categories in Instructional Planning.

Course Outcomes:
Develop understanding and knowledge of ENL students.
Set high instructional outcomes that move ENL students toward specific ends and purposes.
Practice with accessing planning resources and resources to work into planning with.
Develop utility with resources that aid in the planning of coherent instruction for English language learners.

Enrolled: 24/500
Wait: 0/0

42. ENLs: Research-Based Literacy Strategies
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL Plus Program
Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 30, 2026)

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Work in the course can start immediately after enrolling in BUZZ regardless of the start date posted above. All participants must register in both My Learning Plan (to receive CTLE hours) and the BUZZ Learning Management System (to actually enroll in and access the course). BUZZ enrollment procedures can be found at: https://online.nassauboces.org/programs/virtual-professional-development-workshops/enl .

Course Description:
Participants will be introduced to sound and scientific research as it promotes literacy across all content areas to help ENL students build foundational skills across reading, writing, speaking and listening. They'll learn the scaffolds behind them that aid students in the important transition process across all content areas. The intentional, consistent, and rigorous teaching of reading and writing strategy that improves student achievement will engage the 90/90/90 principled approach. Participants completing this course will take away implementation tools that include graphic organizers, semantic maps, thinking aids, checklists, rubrics and more.

Course Outcomes:
Move scientific theory into classroom literacy strategy across specific content areas for ENL students.
Scaffold student progress along a rigorous strategy continuum.
Import research-based literacy strategy into lessons for rigorous application and implementation

Enrolled: 4/500
Wait: 0/0

43. ENLs: Standards-Based Writing Strategies, Gr 6-12
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL Plus Program
Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 30, 2026)

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Work in the course can start immediately after enrolling in BUZZ regardless of the start date posted above. All participants must register in both My Learning Plan (to receive CTLE hours) and the BUZZ Learning Management System (to actually enroll in and access the course).BUZZ enrollment procedures can be found at: https://online.nassauboces.org/programs/virtual-professional-development-workshops/enl .

Course Description:
With a focus on expository writing geared for ENL students, participants will cull the CCSS writing and language standards for their application to content-specific writing genre within ENL instruction. In doing so, participants will level strategy and expectation with assignments as they align with state and national standards. Planning of performance writing tasks (or other writing assignments) will take central focus as participants learn to strategically scaffold in order to close grade-level achievement gaps while meeting the expectations for ENL students within the Common Core.

Course Outcomes:
Understand genre and CCSS expectations as they apply to expository writing and ENL students.
Apply new strategies to teaching for ENLs while facilitating the writing process as it applies to content area writing and CCSS expectations.
Plan and scaffold for differentiated writing tasks specific to ENL students.

Enrolled: 17/500
Wait: 0/0

44. ENLs: Standards-Based Writing Strategies, Gr K-5
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL Plus Program
Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 30, 2026)

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Work in the course can start immediately after enrolling in BUZZ regardless of the start date posted above. All participants must register in both My Learning Plan (to receive CTLE hours) and the BUZZ Learning Management System (to actually enroll in and access the course).BUZZ enrollment procedures can be found at: https://online.nassauboces.org/programs/virtual-professional-development-workshops/enl .

Course Description:
This course will take participants into deep realms of text analysis in fiction and non-fiction print. Participants will examine reading selection, questioning strategy, and leveling of strategy and resources for effective scaffolding and differentiation to meet the needs of ELLs. Participants will learn about, and become familiar with, resources that determine text complexity, level libraries, take running records and use anecdotal data to analyze, evaluate, and plan for student needs.

Course Outcomes:
Use tools that determine text complexity.
Access and use resources that support text complexity, leveled libraries, the taking of running records, and formative assessment data to plan and differentiate for ESOLs.

Enrolled: 10/500
Wait: 0/0

45. ENLs: Teaching to Diversity, Grades 3-12
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL Plus Program
Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 30, 2026)

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Work in the course can start immediately after enrolling in BUZZ regardless of the start date posted above. All participants must register in both My Learning Plan (to receive CTLE hours) and the BUZZ Learning Management System (to actually enroll in and access the course).BUZZ enrollment procedures can be found at: https://online.nassauboces.org/programs/virtual-professional-development-workshops/enl .

Course Description:
Teaching to cultural and linguistic diversity requires careful and flexible planning, creativity, and a teamed approach that involves parents and all educational stakeholders in order to develop students' language skills. Beginning with multiple, research-based strategies for multi-cultural environments, participants will develop their ability to analyze and plan with data to differentiate between multiple learner types and varying degrees of language support.

Course Outcomes:
Practice and plan with the strategies that lead to effective and diverse learning environments in multi-cultural classrooms.
Plan flexibly using tools, resources, and a new strategy to address the needs of second language learners.
Understand the relevance of a properly structured cultural environment in meeting the diverse linguistic needs of students.

Enrolled: 15/500
Wait: 0/0

46. ENLs: Teaching to Text Complexity, Grades 3-9
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL Plus Program
Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 30, 2026)

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Work in the course can start immediately after enrolling in BUZZ regardless of the start date posted above. All participants must register in both My Learning Plan (to receive CTLE hours) and the BUZZ Learning Management System (to actually enroll in and access the course).BUZZ enrollment procedures can be found at: https://online.nassauboces.org/programs/virtual-professional-development-workshops/enl .

Course Description:
Reading strategies will focus on skill and readability as participants are introduced to leveling systems that scaffold. Participants will be introduced to the scaffolding mechanisms needed to appropriately move up text complexity in multiple genres across all subject areas for ENLs.

Course Outcomes:
Scaffold for, and teach to, text complexity.
Through practice, develop the ability to plan strategically for teaching text complexity to ELLs.
Align student-learning objectives to a strategy that teaches text complexity.

Enrolled: 3/500
Wait: 0/0

47. ENLs: The Art of Differentiating Instruction
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL Plus Program
Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 30, 2026)

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Work in the course can start immediately after enrolling in BUZZ regardless of the start date posted above. All participants must register in both My Learning Plan (to receive CTLE hours) and the BUZZ Learning Management System (to actually enroll in and access the course). BUZZ enrollment procedures can be found at: https://online.nassauboces.org/programs/virtual-professional-development-workshops/enl .

Course Description:
The art of differentiation happens through design, re-design, and flexible teaching strategy. Participants in this e-course will reinvent lessons using research-based, effective methods for differentiation geared specifically for ENLs. They'll have opportunities to re-purpose lesson plans, understand readiness versus ability, and capitalize on brain plasticity to engage students through intellect and creativity. Learning profiles, interest surveys, cognitive-friendly learning environments, tiered questioning and student ""hooks"" for rigorous learning application are some of the takeaways to this e-course.

Course Outcomes:
Create differentiated lessons through design and strategy focused on the language needs of ENLs.
Use design strategy for mixed-ability grouping and classroom environment.
Use online and print tools for differentiation such as learning profiles, interest surveys and tiered questioning.

Enrolled: 18/500
Wait: 0/0

48. ENLs: Tools and Practices for Monitoring Progress
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL Plus Program
Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 30, 2026)

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Work in the course can start immediately after enrolling in BUZZ regardless of the start date posted above. All participants must register in both My Learning Plan (to receive CTLE hours) and the BUZZ Learning Management System (to actually enroll in and access the course). BUZZ enrollment procedures can be found at: https://online.nassauboces.org/programs/virtual-professional-development-workshops/enl .

Course Description:
Through a tiered instructional framework, participants will be introduced to tools and research-based practices of effective progress monitoring at Tiers II and III of the RtI framework with a focus on ENL students. By evaluating and becoming knowledgeable about high quality, differentiated and scientifically based instructional practices, participants will learn how to scaffold learning strategy carefully, and with increased intensity using the tools to meet their ENL students at an assessed level of performance and rate of progress. Increased achievement and closed learning gaps are among the priorities when intervening strategically.

Course Outcomes:
Use the tools of tiered instructional models to close achievement gaps for Tiers II and III ENL students.
Plan with and apply the assessment procedures needed to progress monitor effectively in order to deliver effective and timely interventions for RtI and ENL students.
Plan and practice with various differentiated, scientifically based instructional technique to scaffold instruction with.

Enrolled: 9/500
Wait: 0/0

49. Literacy Strategies for STEM, Grades 6 - 12
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL Plus Program
Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 30, 2026)

IMPORTANT NOTE: Work in the course can start immediately after enrolling in BUZZ regardless of the start date posted above. All participants must register in both My Learning Plan (to receive CTLE credits) and the BUZZ Learning Management System (to actually enroll in and access the course).BUZZ enrollment procedures can be found at: https://online.nassauboces.org/programs/virtual-professional-development-workshops/enl .

Course Description:
Transferring literacy skills to subjects outside of English Language Arts is easily achieved when the instruction is strategy-driven, explicit and consistently applied across subject areas. In this e-course, participants will focus on informational text and non-fiction writing across multiple subject areas. By analyzing non-fiction reading and writing in science and technical subjects, participants will understand and be able to resource supportive strategy for the consistent threading across grade-level content areas, genres, and learning styles. Tools for implementation and scaffolding will be abundant.
Course Outcomes:
Learn research-based strategy for teaching and facilitating content-focused writing sessions in support of non-fiction text
Understanding of reading and writing genre as applied to specific science and technical disciplines
Facilitate comprehension and understanding through reading strategy and responsive writing

Credits: 2
Enrolled: 4/500
Wait: 0/0

50. Literacy Strategies for STEM, Grades K - 5
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL Plus Program
Dates: On-Going (Ends Oct 1, 2026)

IMPORTANT NOTE: Work in the course can start immediately after enrolling in BUZZ regardless of the start date posted above. All participants must register in both My Learning Plan (to receive CTLE credits) and the BUZZ Learning Management System (to actually enroll in and access the course). BUZZ enrollment procedures can be found at: https://online.nassauboces.org/programs/virtual-professional-development-workshops/enl .

Course Description:
Transferring literacy skills to subjects outside of English Language Arts is easily achieved when the instruction is strategy-driven, explicit and consistently applied across subject areas. In this e-course, participants will focus on informational text and non-fiction writing across multiple subject areas. By analyzing non-fiction reading and writing in science and technical subjects, participants will understand and be able to resource supportive strategy for the consistent threading across grade-level content areas, genres, and learning styles. Tools for implementation and scaffolding will be abundant.

Course Outcomes:
Learn research-based strategy for teaching and facilitating content-focused writing sessions in support of non-fiction text
Understanding of reading and writing genre as applied to specific science and technical disciplines
Facilitate comprehension and understanding through reading strategy and responsive writing

Credits: 2
Enrolled: 3/500
Wait: 0/0

51. Motivating and Engaging 21st Century Adolescents, Grades 6-12
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL Plus Program
Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 30, 2026)

"IMPORTANT NOTE:
Work in the course can start immediately after enrolling in BUZZ regardless of the start date posted above. All participants must register in both My Learning Plan (to receive CTLE hours) and the BUZZ Learning Management System (to actually enroll in and access the course). BUZZ enrollment procedures can be found at: https://online.nassauboces.org/programs/virtual-professional-development-workshops/enl .

Course Description:
What are the classroom conditions that motivate and engage our 21st-century learners? What are the assignments that cultivate curiosity and foster collaborative peer relationships? This e-course examines the research that supports engaging classroom talk, questioning and self-expression through strategy, technology, and effective teacher facilitation. Participants will leave this e-course with multiple resources to aid in motivating and engaging the 21st-century adolescent learners in the classroom.
Course Outcomes:
Recognize and defend the classroom conditions necessary for 21st-century learners to become motivated and engaged
Identify resources and modify them to collaborative assignments that incorporate hybrid methods of teaching and learning
Choose and implement strategies for effective facilitation of a motivating curriculum"

Credits: 2
Enrolled: 14/500
Wait: 0/0

52. Purposeful Planning
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL Plus Program
Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 30, 2026)

IMPORTANT NOTE: Work in the course can start immediately after enrolling in BUZZ regardless of the start date posted above. All participants must register in both My Learning Plan (to receive CTLE credits) and the BUZZ Learning Management System (to actually enroll in and access the course). BBUZZ enrollment procedures can be found at: https://online.nassauboces.org/programs/virtual-professional-development-workshops/enl .

Course Description:
Planning with purpose leads to effective instruction. This course takes learners through a variety of planning processes that align closely with pre-established learning goals, objectives, and state and national standards. In addition, working knowledge of current best instructional design and preparation will highlight the relevance of reflection as it enriches comprehensive lesson development. Participants will work new ideas into planning with specific purposes and ends in mind as they work out of and into the Marzano (2001) Nine Categories of Instructional Planning.

Course Outcomes:
Develop understanding and knowledge of content and pedagogy as it informs differentiation for a variety of student needs.
Understand and develop a working knowledge of what the high instructional outcomes are, and how to plan for them through coherent instructional design.
Develop utility with planning resources that aid in the lesson and content development

Credits: 2
Enrolled: 9/500
Wait: 0/0

53. Research-Based Assessment Practices for Special Needs Students, Grades 3-8
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL Plus Program
Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 30, 2026)

IMPORTANT NOTE: Work in the course can start immediately after enrolling in BUZZ regardless of the start date posted above. All participants must register in both My Learning Plan (to receive CTLE credits) and the BUZZ Learning Management System (to actually enroll in and access the course).BUZZ enrollment procedures can be found at: https://online.nassauboces.org/programs/virtual-professional-development-workshops/enl .

Course Description:
Practical and authentic assessment methods that have a strong research-base will be the central feature of this course in evaluating the needs of exceptional students. Informal and teacher developed assessment technique will invoke best practices through the use of technology, smart classroom strategy, and smart curriculum design.

Course Outcomes:
Evaluate the needs of special needs students to align best instructional strategy to those needs
Through job-embedded participation, demonstrate with several research-based assessments in order to determine student needs, learning readiness, and needed instructional support
Apply sound research-based strategy to plan for instruction and instructional intervention, or modify existing instructional plans, for the language needs of the learners.

Credits: 2
Enrolled: 2/500
Wait: 0/0

54. Standards-Based Formative Assessment, Grades 6-12
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL Plus Program
Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 30, 2026)

IMPORTANT NOTE: Work in the course can start immediately after enrolling in BUZZ regardless of the start date posted above. All participants must register in both My Learning Plan (to receive CTLE credits) and the BUZZ Learning Management System (to actually enroll in and access the course).BUZZ enrollment procedures can be found at: https://online.nassauboces.org/programs/virtual-professional-development-workshops/enl .

Course Description:
Assessment of learning or for learning? Balanced, summative interim and formative assessments will be evaluated for CCSS application in this e-course. Participants will understand how to effectively monitor student learning, structure requisite assessment criteria and teach to support a rapid turnaround of results.

Course Outcomes:
Extend the research skills needed to seek out assessment resources that further teaching and learning
Match grade-level assessment criteria to standards-aligned curriculum and instruction
Use tools to monitor student learning to move up individual student performance

Enrolled: 6/500
Wait: 0/0

55. Standards-Based Formative Assessment, Grades K-5
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL Plus Program
Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 30, 2026)

IMPORTANT NOTE: Work in the course can start immediately after enrolling in BUZZ regardless of the start date posted above. All participants must register in both My Learning Plan (to receive CTLE credits) and the BUZZ Learning Management System (to actually enroll in and access the course). BUZZ enrollment procedures can be found at: https://online.nassauboces.org/programs/virtual-professional-development-workshops/enl .

Course Description:
Assessment of learning or for learning? Balanced, summative interim and formative assessments will be evaluated for CCSS application in this e-course. Participants will understand how to effectively monitor student learning, structure requisite assessment criteria and teach to support a rapid turnaround of results.

Course Outcomes:
Extend the research skills needed to seek out assessment resources that further teaching and learning
Match grade-level assessment criteria to standards-aligned curriculum and instruction
Use tools to monitor student learning to move up individual student performance

Credits: 2
Enrolled: 1/500
Wait: 0/0

56. Teaching to Text Complexity
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL Plus Program
Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 30, 2026)

IMPORTANT NOTE: Work in the course can start immediately after enrolling in BUZZ regardless of the start date posted above. All participants must register in both My Learning Plan (to receive CTLE credits) and the BUZZ Learning Management System (to actually enroll in and access the course). BUZZ enrollment procedures can be found at: https://online.nassauboces.org/programs/virtual-professional-development-workshops/enl .

Course Description:
Reading strategies will focus on skill and readability as participants are introduced to leveling systems that scaffold. Participants will be introduced to the scaffolding mechanisms needed to appropriately move up text complexity in multiple genres across all subject areas.

Course Outcomes:
Understand how to scaffold for, and teach to, text complexity
Through practice and application, develop the ability to plan a strategy that teaches to text complexity
Align student learning objectives to a strategy that teaches text complexity

Credits: 2
Enrolled: 3/500
Wait: 0/0

57. Working the Brain Into Teaching and Learning
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL Plus Program
Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 30, 2026)

IMPORTANT NOTE: Work in the course can start immediately after enrolling in BUZZ regardless of the start date posted above. All participants must register in both My Learning Plan (to receive CTLE credits) and the BUZZ Learning Management System (to actually enroll in and access the course). BBUZZ enrollment procedures can be found at: https://online.nassauboces.org/programs/virtual-professional-development-workshops/enl .

Course Description:
Participants in this e-course will be introduced to multiple assessments that include feedback models and formative methods that feed instructional decisions. Participants will learn to find and use this data effectively to make informed instructional decisions.

Course Outcomes:
Evaluate and monitor work against student assessment criteria
Align student assessment criteria with performance standards
Analyze assessment and use performance criteria to improve teaching practices
Respond to students identified instructional needs with effective strategies
Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness to student needs

Credits: 2
Enrolled: 9/500
Wait: 0/0

58. Writing Strategies for All Content Areas
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL Plus Program
Dates: On-Going (Ends Oct 1, 2026)

IMPORTANT NOTE: Work in the course can start immediately after enrolling in BUZZ regardless of the start date posted above. All participants must register in both My Learning Plan (to receive CTLE credits) and the BUZZ Learning Management System (to actually enroll in and access the course).BUZZ enrollment procedures can be found at: https://online.nassauboces.org/programs/virtual-professional-development-workshops/enl .

Course Description:
Focused exclusively on sound and research-based writing strategy, participants will be introduced to research as it promotes writing strategy across all content area. Participants will learn the scaffolds behind them that aid students in the important transition process across all other content areas. The intentional, consistent and rigorous teaching of reading and writing strategy as it continues to improve student achievement will engage the 90/90/90 principled approach.

Course Outcomes:
Analyze genre as it applies to specific content areas and teaching objectives
Acquire and demonstrate the use of new resources to teach genre-specific fiction and nonfiction writing
Apply and defend the use of new strategies and resources to the teaching of writing across multiple subject areas

Credits: 2
Enrolled: 14/500
Wait: 0/0

59. EIB Professional Learning Network **Virtual**
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: EIB
Location: Nassau BOCES - Virtual Professional Development (Westbury, NY) - Virtual via Zoom
Audience: Superintendents, Assistant Superintendents, District Leaders, School Leaders, and Teams
Dates: 10/7/2025 to 3/31/2026
Location: Virtual via Zoom

In these virtual facilitated sessions, Nassau BOCES EIB leadership will collaborate with superintendents, assistant superintendents, district leaders, school leaders, and teams to share insights and strategies, learn together across districts, and build transformative capacity.

**The Zoom registration link will be emailed the day before. The meeting link will be emailed automatically after Zoom registration.**

Please Note Cancellation Policy: If a participant has registered for, but is unable to attend, a Nassau BOCES workshop, they are required to drop their workshop registration on Frontline/MLP at least 7 days prior to the start date of the workshop. In the event the participant does not cancel within this timeframe, the participant/district will be billed.

Enrolled: 6/30
Wait: 0/0

60. **Virtual** State Reporting / Data Warehouse CIO/DDC Meeting
Program: Student Support Services: State Reporting
Dates: 10/8/2025
Location: Zoom

This workshop will cover new Level 0 Updates, new SIRS Manual data elements, upcoming data deadlines and certification dates, and various NYSED policies and procedures. This meeting will be virtual via Zoom. Registrants will receive a link the morning of the meeting.

Enrolled: 86/120
Wait: 0/20

61. NY Inspires: Bright Futures Begin Here
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - Conf Room 1/2/3
Audience: BOCES Instructional Leaders
Dates: 10/9/2025 to 6/18/2026
Location: Conf Room 1/2/3

This collaborative brings together Nassau County regional educators to build strong networks for exploring the anticipated changes under the New York Inspires Plan. Participants will examine the instructional, assessment, and logistical shifts tied to evolving graduation requirements. Each session will provide timely updates, foster collaborative discussions, and offer opportunities to co-develop resources and review exemplars for district use. This workgroup is designed for instructional leaders, curriculum specialists, and school administrators seeking to stay informed and prepared for these statewide changes.

Purpose of the Workshop

This Strategy Intensive is designed to help district leaders gain clarity, build alignment, and develop customized tools that honor the unique identity of each district while remaining aligned with New York State's educational vision.

Through a dynamic mix of strategic planning, systems design, and human-centered leadership coaching, participants will:

-Set clear, actionable short- and long-term implementation goals

-Bridge state-level priorities with local district realities

-Develop flexible, user-friendly tools for superintendents, school leaders, and stakeholders

-Design a sustainable roadmap that moves beyond compliance and drives meaningful, lasting change

Expected Result

A confident and aligned core team-equipped with a shared vision, a tailored roadmap, and a deep commitment to excellence-is ready to guide their district forward.

In the face of a constantly evolving educational landscape, this team embraces the challenge with intention, support, and courage, showing up for both learners and leaders like never before.

Lunch will be served at each of the four meetings.

Credits: 8
Enrolled: 51/75
Wait: 0/5

62. OSCWorld Info Meeting (ZOOM)
Program: Student Support Services: Online Scoring
Dates: 11/3/2025
Location: Online/ZOOM

Nassau BOCES and OSCWorld will present the Full-Service Online Scoring option that is available to schools for scoring of the NYS 3 -8 ELA, Math, Science, and NYSESLAT assessments. Many public and non-public schools already subscribe to this service and are familiar with much of the information that will be shared - returning subscribers to this service are welcome but should not feel obligated to attend. OSC will be providing this service for both Computer-Based Testing, as well as for Paper - Based Testing. PLEASE NOTE: Login 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 the session on ZOOM. When registering in ZOOM, your name and email MUST be the same as your MyLearningPlan account information

Enrolled: 14/60
Wait: 0/0

63. Creating Inclusive Environments for English Language Learners - Cohort 3 **Asynchronous Online Course**
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: EIB
Location: Nassau BOCES - Virtual Professional Development (Westbury, NY) - Virtual Asynchronous Course via Buzz LMS
Audience: PK-12 Teachers, PPS Staff, School Leaders, District Leaders, Central Administrators
Dates: 11/4/2025
Location: Virtual Asynchronous Course via Buzz LMS

Participate in this virtual asynchronous course to explore strategies for creating inclusive environments for English Language Learners (ELLs) and promoting their full participation alongside classmates in all K-12 educational settings. Experience varied activities including videos, readings, audio recordings, interactive applications, and enhanced AI-powered activities for a personalized, engaging learning experience! This course is offered in partnership by the Equity, Inclusivity and Belonging (EIB), Language Program and Assessment Services (LPAS), and Center for Online Learning (COL) programs.

The course is accessed in the Buzz Learning Management System (LMS). Participants will receive credentials to access within 1-2 business days after signing up on Frontline. It should take approximately 3 hours to complete. Participants who successfully complete the course will earn 3 CTLE hours.

Cohort 3 Start Date: 11/4/2025
Cohort 3 End Date: 12/16/2025

**Frontline and course enrollment is ongoing from the start date until approximately two weeks before the end date.**

Please contact Dr. Kari-Lee Grant at kgrant1@nasboces.org for more information and contact Rijad Kasumi at rkasumi@nasboces.org for technical support.

Participants outside of New York State must pay by credit card.

Please Note Cancellation Policy: If a participant has registered for, but is unable to attend, a Nassau BOCES workshop, they are required to drop their workshop registration on Frontline/MLP at least 7 days prior to the start date of the workshop. In the event the participant does not cancel within this time frame, the participant/district will be billed.

Enrolled: 5/30
Wait: 0/0

64. Plainview-Old Bethpage - Data Wise Course - SESSION 4
Program: Student Support Services: Instructional Data Warehouse
Location: Plainview-Old Bethpage School District (Plainview, NY) - TBD[map]
Dates: 11/4/2025
Location: TBD

This meeting will provide building principals with an overview of the Nassau Boces Data Wise course and the application process. All questions pertaining to this course, can be answered by a Data Wise team member during this meeting.

Enrolled: 31/35
Wait: 0/0

65. *Virtual* Understanding the VRs 1-9
Program: Student Support Services: State Reporting
Dates: 11/5/2025
Location: Zoom

We will be offering our Understanding Special Education Data for State Reporting - BEDS Day Snapshot review workshop Wednesday November 5th, from 1-3. This workshop will review why reporting this data accurately is important, and how it is used at the State level. This session is intended for any new special education office staff who are responsible for reporting the PD Data System Verification Reports 1-6 and 8. Each verification report will be explained and reviewed. Presented by retired Special Education experts, Dr. Roberta Kupietz and Dr. Arlene Genden Sage. This session is also relevant to current District Data Coordinators who would like to learn more about this collection of reports and how to resolve errors. A Zoom link will be e-mailed to participants the day of the meeting.

Enrolled: 65/120
Wait: 0/20

66. Instructional Tech Plan 2026-2029 Open Lab
Program: NASTECH
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - Lab 1
Dates: 11/12/2025
Location: Lab 1

Instructional Tech Plan 2026-2029 Open Lab

Hours: 6
Enrolled: 0/12
Wait: 0/12

67. Test Scoring- Regents (Non-Pubs)
Program: Student Support Services:Test Scoring
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - CR 1,2,3
Dates: 11/12/2025
Location: CR 1,2,3

Workshop for non-public school district testing coordinators. Review of examination ordering processes, emergency materials, answer sheet ordering, file preparation, scoring practices and other test administration issues.

Enrolled: 20/60
Wait: 0/0

68. Test Scoring- Regents (Pubs)
Program: Student Support Services:Test Scoring
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - CR 1,2,3
Dates: 11/12/2025
Location: CR 1,2,3

Workshop for public school district testing coordinators. Review of examination ordering processes, emergency materials, answer sheet ordering, file preparation, scoring practices and other test administration issues.

Enrolled: 42/60
Wait: 0/0

69. IDW Navigation Training: HS Guidance
Program: Student Support Services: Instructional Data Warehouse
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - Lab 1
Dates: 11/13/2025
Location: Lab 1

This IDW training workshop will provide a hands-on experience to participants in utilizing IDW reports that would be of particular interest to Guidance Counselors. During this session, participants will get hands-on experience in utilizing the Regents Max Score Reports, AP Reports, and College Tracking Reports.

Enrolled: 1/12
Wait: 0/0

70. Test Scoring - Regents (Short Version)
Program: Student Support Services:Test Scoring
Dates: 11/14/2025
Location: Online/ZOOM
Closed

This workshop for public and non-public school testing coordinators will include brief updates with new Regents information for the 2023 Regents testing calendar. For veteran coordinators only. PLEASE NOTE: Login 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 the session on ZOOM. When registering in ZOOM, your name and email MUST be the same as your MyLearningPlan account information.

Enrolled: 85/85
Wait: 0/0

71. McKinney Vento Liaison Meet & Greet
Program: Health & Allied Services - Mental Health Consortium
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - CR 1,2,3
Audience: McKinney Vento Liaisons
Dates: 11/14/2025
Location: CR 1,2,3

Join us for our Fall 2026 meeting. McKinney Vento Liaisons will learn about the key provisions of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act and the importance of identifying students experienceing temporary housing. Lunch will be served.

Enrolled: 27/56
Wait: 0/0

72. Regents-Hands-On File Training
Program: Student Support Services:Test Scoring
Dates: 11/14/2025
Location: Online/ZOOM

This workshop is designed to provide school personnel with information and trouble- shooting assistance needed to produce the files necessary for the creation of student answer documents. This file not only creates the answer sheet, it connects students to teachers for the Instructional Data Warehouse and impacts state reporting. Students with incorrect data may "drop out" of the state reporting system. Attending this workshop will increase the likelihood of correct teacher-student relationships and ensure data will smoothly transmit to SED. This is an interactive workshop with ample hands-on time to learn to manipulate files. PLEASE NOTE: Login information for the ZOOM virtual session will be emailed to everyone who has registered on MyLearningPlan on the afternoon before the ZOOM. When you get the ZOOM log on invitation, you must click the link in the invitation and register for the session on ZOOM. When registering in ZOOM, your name and email MUST be the same as your MyLearningPlan account information.

Enrolled: 38/40
Wait: 0/0

73. Rosen's Teen Health & Wellness: Real Life, Real Answers (Grades 7-12) - Morning Session
Program: Nassau BOCES School Library Services
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LS3
Audience: School Librarians, Guidance Counselors, School Psychologists, Social Workers
Dates: 11/17/2025
Location: LS3
Starting Soon

Rosen's Teen Health & Wellness (THW) is now available to all Nassau County public middle and high schools. THW provides students with up-to-date, nonjudgmental curriculum and self-help support. Articles are correlated to the NYS Curriculum, Health & PE, Language Arts, Science, and CASEL (Collaborative for Academic Social Emotional Learning) Framework.

Features include:
* Hotlines for real time help
* A Calm Room with videos, sounds, animal cams to help students relax, refocus and de-stress
* Personal stories and videos by teens for teens
* Ask Psychologist Dr. Jan and more.

This workshop will provide you with practical tools and resources to foster a supportive environment that promotes students' mental well-being.

*Only one session registration is necessary - both the morning and afternoon sessions will cover the same material*
**Please bring your laptop.**

Enrolled: 5/24
Wait: 0/0

74. Building Effective Co-Teaching Teams
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - CR 1, 2, 3
Audience: Teachers, Co-Teaching Teams, Administrators
Dates: 11/17/2025
Location: CR 1, 2, 3
Starting Soon

This professional development session will focus on how co-teaching teams can plan together and share leadership equally to create inclusive, high-impact classrooms.

In strong co-teaching partnerships, both educators-whether general education, special education, or ENL-share responsibility for instruction, classroom management, and student success. When both teachers are actively involved and recognized as equals by students and staff, the classroom becomes more supportive, respectful, and effective for all learners.

This session will explore strategies for building strong co-teaching relationships, planning lessons together, and working as a unified team. We'll also discuss how schools and districts can support co-teachers in creating learning environments where every student has access to meaningful, high-quality instruction.

Please note: Cancellation policy: If a participant has registered for, but is unable to attend, a Nassau BOCES workshop, they are required to drop their workshop registration on Frontline/MLP at least 7 days prior to the start date of the workshop. In the event the participant does not cancel within this timeframe, the participant/district will be billed.

Enrolled: 59/62
Wait: 0/0

75. Rosen's Teen Health & Wellness: Real Life, Real Answers (Grades 7-12) - Afternoon Session
Program: Nassau BOCES School Library Services
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LS3
Audience: School Librarians, Guidance Counselors, School Psychologists, Social Workers
Dates: 11/17/2025
Location: LS3
Starting Soon

Rosen's Teen Health & Wellness (THW) is now available to all Nassau County public middle and high schools. THW provides students with up-to-date, nonjudgmental curriculum and self-help support. Articles are correlated to the NYS Curriculum, Health & PE, Language Arts, Science, and CASEL (Collaborative for Academic Social Emotional Learning) Framework.

Features include:
* Hotlines for real time help
* A Calm Room with videos, sounds, animal cams to help students relax, refocus and de-stress
* Personal stories and videos by teens for teens
* Ask Psychologist Dr. Jan and more.

This workshop will provide you with practical tools and resources to foster a supportive environment that promotes students' mental well-being.

*Only one session registration is necessary - both the morning and afternoon sessions will cover the same material*
**Please bring your laptop.**

Enrolled: 14/24
Wait: 0/0

76. DASA Coordinator Training: Comprehensive Full Day
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LS 2
Audience: New DASA Coordinators and School Professionals seeking an In-Depth Overview
Dates: 11/18/2025
Location: LS 2
Starting Soon

Join us for a comprehensive full-day workshop designed for new Dignity for ALL Students Act (DASA) Coordinators or any school professionals seeking an in-depth understanding and overview of both the technical know-how and the adaptive skills crucial for handling incident reports effectively.

Together, we will delve into the intricacies of Dignity Act implementation, providing clarity on the requirements and offering practical strategies for creating a nurturing school atmosphere. We'll tackle common misconceptions surrounding School Safety and the Educational Climate reporting, ensuring that attendees are well-prepared to address any questions or concerns related to reporting procedures.

Participants will walk away with a wealth of resources tailored specifically for building-level Dignity Act Coordinators, empowering them to make a tangible difference in their schools and uphold the dignity and rights of every student.

Please note: Cancellation policy: If a participant has registered for, but is unable to attend, a Nassau BOCES workshop, they are required to drop their workshop registration on Frontline/MLP at least 7 days prior to the start date of the workshop. In the event the participant does not cancel within this timeframe, the participant/district will be billed.

Enrolled: 12/20
Wait: 0/0

77. Social Worker Circle
Program: Health & Allied Services - Mental Health Consortium
Location: Nassau BOCES - Mental Health Services Virtual Professional Development (Westbury, NY) - Zoom
Audience: all
Dates: 11/18/2025
Location: Zoom
Starting Soon

Join us as speaker Christian Bowen - NY Downstate Director of METS (Migrant Education Training Services) will discuss support programs that will help assist children of Migrant Farm Workers and available services.

Enrolled: 9/75
Wait: 0/0

78. Nassau BOCES Monthly Mental Health Consortium November Presentation - Vaping & Juul: Educate to Prevent - A Youth-Focused Workshop by LICADD
Program: Health & Allied Services - Mental Health Consortium
Location: Nassau BOCES - Virtual Professional Development (Westbury, NY) - ZOOM
Audience: all
Dates: 11/18/2025
Location: ZOOM
Starting Soon

Join us for an engaging workshop presented by LICADD, focused on combating youth vaping and Juul use through education and prevention.

Enrolled: 42/75
Wait: 0/0

79. Tech Row Vendor Presentation
Program: Nassau BOCES School Library Services
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - REMOTE
Audience: Librarians
Dates: 11/18/2025
Location: REMOTE
Starting Soon

In this TechRow session, participants will be introduced to the Techrow online platform and its amazing content designed to engage students and enhance their learning. The capabilities of TechRow VR headsets will also be discussed, as well as how teachers can leverage TechRow's tools to support lesson planning and create assignments aligned with their school's goals and library content.

Schools can choose to host their own content on TechRow, access the extensive library of TechRow resources, or use a combination of both options!

NOTE: Please be informed that attendees must be present for the entirety of the workshop session to qualify for the full CTLE hours.

*This is a virtual class a zoom link will be provided prior to the scheduled meeting*.

Enrolled: 0/45
Wait: 0/0

80. EdTech Coaches Roundtable (formerly Model Schools Roundtable) Virtual
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Model Schools - CoSer 534.531
Audience: Staff
Dates: 11/18/2025
Location: virtual
Starting Soon

This meeting is virtual. The Instructional Technology Specialist Roundtable Meetings serve as a dynamic and collaborative community space for Instructional Technology Coaches and Specialists. Led by the Nassau BOCES Model Schools team, we engage in discussions covering a wide range of technology-related topics, including best integration practices, favorite/new programs, troubleshooting pressing technology (hardware, software, integration) issues, and more. The Roundtable meetings provide districts with the opportunity to leverage our collective expertise, thereby enhancing the utilization of technology within their respective districts.
At this session, Canva will be joining us.
Come learn about Canva's latest new features in this hands-on session! We'll dive into the editor space together for an engaging walkthrough, demo powerful new tools, and explore creative ways to use them. A Canva Learning Consultant will share tips and best practices along the way, and you'll walk away with a virtual workbook of new features and fresh inspiration to take your Canva experience to the next level.

Enrolled: 26/75
Wait: 0/0

81. Model Me Social Skills Curriculum PILOT
Program: Health & Allied Services - Mental Health Consortium
Location: Nassau BOCES - Mental Health Services Virtual Professional Development (Westbury, NY) - zoom
Audience: Model Me Social Skill Curriculum Pilot Participants
Dates: 11/18/2025
Location: zoom
Starting Soon

Model Me Curriculum Training for pilot program participants- Fall Check-in Virtual Register for receive ZOOM link.

Enrolled: 9/12
Wait: 0/0

82. Apple Workshop: Engaging Early Learners
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Model Schools - CoSer 534.531
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY)
Dates: 11/19/2025
Starting Soon

What do you expect learning to look like for your youngest students? And how can technology play a role? Join us for a discussion around how the use of technology should be intentional and natural, as well as age appropriate to meet the abilities of each learner. We'll also explore how iPad can help your youngest students communicate, create, and learn at their own pace. Breakfast will be served thanks to SeeSaw.

Enrolled: 6/15
Wait: 0/0

83. IDW: Teacher Interface
Program: Student Support Services: Instructional Data Warehouse
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LAB 1
Dates: 11/19/2025
Location: LAB 1
ClosedStarting Soon

This is an Instructional Data Warehouse turn-key training that will enable the participant to train teachers in the district on accessing and using available reports regarding their students' performance. This powerful data resource will assist the teacher in uncovering specific areas for intervention and instructional adjustments. Student assessment history provides a peek into overall student performance which helps teachers when scaffolding and differentiating instruction

Enrolled: 14/12
Wait: 2/2

84. Navigating the Numeracy Briefs: High-Impact Strategies for the Math Classroom
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - Learning Studio 1
Audience: K-12 Math Teachers
Dates: 11/19/2025
Location: Learning Studio 1
Starting Soon

What if you could take the state's most powerful research on math instruction and turn it into lessons your students love-and remember? In this full-day, 6-hour workshop for K-12 math teachers, we'll explore the New York State Numeracy Briefs through the lens of everyday classroom practice. Together, we'll unpack the most impactful strategies, see what they look like in real classrooms, and adapt them to your own lessons and student needs. You'll collaborate with fellow educators, design engaging and rigorous learning experiences, and leave with practical tools you can use immediately. By the end of the day, you'll walk away with a Numeracy Briefs Teaching Toolkit-packed with ready-to-use resources to strengthen student understanding, confidence, and achievement in mathematics.

This interactive session includes:

• Deep understanding of the most relevant Numeracy Briefs and how to apply them in daily instruction.

• Hands-on practice integrating strategies into your own lessons and assessments.

• Collaborative planning time with peers to create high-quality, ready-to-use activities.

• The Numeracy Briefs Teaching Toolkit (yours to keep) to support ongoing growth.

Please note: Cancellation policy: If a participant has registered for, but is unable to attend, a Nassau BOCES workshop, they are required to drop their workshop registration on Frontline/MLP at least 7 days prior to the start date of the workshop. In the event the participant does not cancel within this timeframe, the participant/district will be billed.

Enrolled: 18/20
Wait: 0/0

85. SMS - Infinite Campus - Ad Hoc Reporting - Introduction
Program: Student Management Services: Infinite Campus
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - Learning Studio 2
Audience: Clerical Staff, Data Specialists, All Administrators
Dates: 11/19/2025
Location: Learning Studio 2
Starting Soon

An introduction to Ad Hoc. Participants will learn how to create a static list using the selection editor, a dynamic list using the query wizard, modify existing queries, export a dynamic query, use a subset to generate a form letter from a template, and use filters in other areas of Infinite Campus.

Credits: 2
Hours: 2
Enrolled: 24/30
Wait: 0/10

86. SMS - eSchoolData - Data Visualization with Guru Dashboards
Program: Student Management Services: eSchoolData
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - Learning Studio 3
Audience: SIS Admin, GURU Admins
Dates: 11/19/2025
Location: Learning Studio 3
Starting Soon

Dashboards allow GURU Admins to administer access rights, create and share personalized GURUBoards, and empower staff with data. Districts can easily create and share role-based GURU Boards with any district staff members they select to ensure that they have access to the data they need.

Credits: 2
Enrolled: 4/16
Wait: 0/0

87. Apple Workshop: Engaging Early Learners
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Model Schools - CoSer 534.531
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY)
Dates: 11/19/2025
Starting Soon

What do you expect learning to look like for your youngest students? And how can technology play a role? Join us for a discussion around how the use of technology should be intentional and natural, as well as age appropriate to meet the abilities of each learner. We'll also explore how iPad can help your youngest students communicate, create, and learn at their own pace. Lunch will be served thanks to SeeSaw.

Enrolled: 1/15
Wait: 0/0

88. Empowering Educators with MagicSchool AI - Lunch & Learn
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Instructional Software Support
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - CR1, 2, 3
Dates: 11/19/2025
Location: CR1, 2, 3
Starting Soon

Join us for an inspiring Lunch & Learn at Nassau BOCES as we explore how MagicSchool AI is transforming teaching and learning across classrooms.

This interactive session will feature local educators sharing real examples of how they're integrating AI into lesson planning, differentiation, and student engagement-making instructional time more impactful and efficient. You'll hear directly from practitioners who are using MagicSchool to:

• Streamline lesson creation aligned to standards

• Support multilingual learners and diverse classrooms

• Save teachers valuable time while boosting creativity and rigor

• Encourage responsible, ethical AI use across schools and districts

Whether you're a CTO, instructional coach, district administrator, or teacher, you'll walk away with insights on how AI can enhance teacher capacity and advance district innovation goals.

Enjoy lunch, network with peers, and see why districts across New York are turning to MagicSchool AI to empower educators and prepare students for the future.

Lunch will be provided. Space is limited - RSVP now to reserve your spot.

If you have any dietary restrictions, reach out to phil@magicschool.ai.

Enrolled: 29/50
Wait: 0/0

89. ELLs with Disabilities: Building on Students' Assets to Foster Success
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LS 3
Audience: Classroom teachers, special education teachers, ENL teachers, support personnel, administrators
Dates: 11/20/2025
Location: LS 3
Starting Soon

English Language Learners with disabilities struggle daily with learning issues and emotional disorders as well as language acquisition needs. Research-based strategies have been developed to assist teachers working with this special population.

In this session, we will explore and discuss the following topics:

. Developing stimulating remote and in-person lessons for this population
. Incorporating students' native languages, cultures, interests into the instruction
. Teaching students how to engage in academic discourse
. Utilizing culturally responsive texts to teach reading and writing
. Encouraging creative and critical thinking.
. Providing meaningful feedback and assessments

Please note: Cancellation policy: If a participant has registered for, but is unable to attend, a Nassau BOCES workshop, they are required to drop their workshop registration on Frontline/MLP at least 7 days prior to the start date of the workshop. In the event the participant does not cancel within this timeframe, the participant/district will be billed.

Enrolled: 18/20
Wait: 0/0

90. Restorative Practices Collegial Circle
Program: Health & Allied Services MHC For COST Associated PD
Location: Nassau BOCES - Mental Health Services Virtual Professional Development (Westbury, NY) - Zoom
Audience: all
Dates: 11/20/2025
Location: Zoom
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Enrolled: 1/75
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91. The Nuts & Bolts of NYSSLS for High School Physics
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, George Farber Admin. Center-71 Clinton Road, Garden City (Garden City, NY) - LL-B[map]
Audience: Regents Physics teachers and science leaders
Dates: 11/20/2025
Location: LL-B
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This interactive workshop supports high school physics teachers in navigating the shift to the New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS). Participants will unpack the 3-dimensional nature of the performance expectations, explore released cluster items, and be introduced to developing unit plans rooted in storyline design. Special emphasis will be placed on clarifying what's "in” and "out” in terms of content, aligning instruction with the intent of the standards, and using the "Activity Before Content” (ABC) approach to promote student sensemaking.

Participants will:

Analyze NYSSLS performance expectations using the 3 dimensions.
Identify new and omitted content in NYSSLS-aligned physics compared to previous standards.
Draft a realistic pacing guide for the school year.
Examine released cluster items to understand performance levels and student expectations.
Explore the basics of unit storyline development, anchored in compelling phenomena and student-driven questions.

Please note: Cancellation policy: If a participant has registered for, but is unable to attend, a Nassau BOCES workshop, they are required to drop their workshop registration on Frontline/MLP at least 7 days prior to the start date of the workshop. In the event the participant does not cancel within this timeframe, the participant/district will be billed.

Credits: 6
Enrolled: 30/30
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92. What's New with Seesaw
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Model Schools - CoSer 534.531
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY)
Dates: 11/20/2025
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Learning Objective & Outcomes

Teachers will discover the latest Seesaw updates designed to support meaningful and joyful learning experiences. Participants will also get an exclusive preview of upcoming AI tools. Breakfast will be provided.

Explore the New Navigation

Make the most of Activity Templates

Explore enhancements to Creative Tools

Review updates to the Library

Get a first look at upcoming AI features

Cancellation Policy:

If a participant has registered for, but is unable to attend, a Nassau BOCES workshop, they are required to drop their workshop registration on Frontline/MLP at least 7 days prior to the start date of the workshop. In the event the participant does not cancel within this timeframe, the participant/district will be billed.

Enrolled: 7/15
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93. Intrusive thoughts - Northwell Partners ONLY
Program: Health & Allied Services - Northwell District PD
Audience: Northwell Health Behavioral Clinic Members
Dates: 11/20/2025
Location: Zoom
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This session will explore the nature of intrusive thoughts, their relationship to anxiety and other mental health conditions, and effective strategies for managing them. Gain practical tools to support students who experience intrusive thoughts and help them develop coping mechanisms. 1.5 CEU Credits

Enrolled: 36/50
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94. FactCite Vendor Presentation
Program: Nassau BOCES School Library Services
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - REMOTE
Audience: Librarians
Dates: 11/20/2025
Location: REMOTE
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FactCite is a collection of databases from Lincoln Library Press. In this session, participants will receive tips for making the most of FactCite's content and features and lesson plans and activities for collaboration with social studies, science, and ELA teachers. Session attendees will receive a free FactCite preview!

NOTE: Please be informed that attendees must be present for the entirety of the workshop session to qualify for the full CTLE hours.

*This is a virtual class a zoom link will be provided prior to the scheduled meeting*.

Enrolled: 1/45
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95. IDW Navigation Training: 3-8 Admin
Program: Student Support Services: Instructional Data Warehouse
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - Lab 1
Dates: 11/20/2025
Location: Lab 1
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This Instructional Data Warehouse training will demonstrate how to navigate the new IDW platform and utilizing IDW reports. Reports emphasized in this workshop will include the following reports: Third-Party Assessments, Demographic Dashboard, and Attendance Dashboard. This training is geared toward grades 3-8 principals, assistant principals, and curriculum leaders who have primary leadership responsibility for using data to examine instruction that will impact the implementation of specific curricula.

Enrolled: 12/12
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96. NASTECH Monthly Meeting - November
Program: NASTECH
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - Conference Room 1, 2 and 3
Dates: 11/20/2025
Location: Conference Room 1, 2 and 3
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NASTECH Monthly Meeting - November

Credits: 2.5
Enrolled: 60/75
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97. School Psychologist Collaborative Clinical Discussion Group
Program: Health & Allied Services - Mental Health Consortium
Location: Nassau BOCES - Mental Health Services Virtual Professional Development (Westbury, NY) - Zoom
Audience: all
Dates: 11/21/2025
Location: Zoom
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Enrolled: 14/75
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98. High School Counselors Collegial Circle
Program: Health & Allied Services - Mental Health Consortium
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - Conference Room 1, 2, 3
Audience: all
Dates: 11/21/2025
Location: Conference Room 1, 2, 3
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Join us for an engaging and supportive High School Counselor Collegial Circle, where school counselors from across the Long Island community come together to share insights and strategies on key topics affecting today's students. This series of dynamic forums focuses on crucial job-related issues, including college admissions processes, supporting students through academic and personal growth, addressing social-emotional learning, and tackling other challenges counselors face. In a collaborative, open environment, participants can exchange best practices, explore new approaches, and discuss emerging trends in student support. This forum is designed to deepen your understanding and enhance your professional skills. This is an invaluable opportunity to connect with your peers, share your expertise, and leave with actionable takeaways to bring back to your school. We hope to build a stronger network of support for our students and each other, strengthening the impact of our roles in their lives. Don't miss out on this chance to collaborate, learn, and grow as a professional in the ever-evolving field of school counseling.

Enrolled: 21/75
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99. AI for Instructional Impact: Policy, Platforms, and Planning
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Model Schools - CoSer 534.531
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LS 2
Audience: School and District Administrators
Dates: 11/24/2025
Location: LS 2

This workshop is an opportunity for school and district leaders to explore how AI can be used to support and advance their faculty. Participants will learn how AI tools can help teachers create more effective, differentiated, and standards-aligned lessons-while saving time and aligning with district expectations.
Administrators will explore a curated set of vetted AI platforms, discuss implementation best practices, and engage in guided conversations with peers about emerging AI policies and how to shape them for their schools.
Key Outcomes:

• Understand how AI can elevate teacher planning and instructional quality

• Preview trusted AI platforms that align with district goals

• Explore models for school and district AI policy

• Collaborate with peers on next steps for thoughtful implementation
Please note: Cancellation policy: If a participant has registered for, but is unable to attend, a Nassau BOCES workshop, they are required to drop their workshop registration on Frontline/MLP at least 5 days prior to the start date of the workshop. In the event the participant does not cancel within this timeframe, the participant/district will be billed.

Credits: 3
Enrolled: 5/16
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100. Foundational Skills for Adolescent Readers with Doug Fisher
Program: PO Needed Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - Conference Rooms 1, 2, 3
Audience: Middle and High School Instructional Staff, Secondary Level Building Administrators, District Administrators
Dates: 11/24/2025
Location: Conference Rooms 1, 2, 3

Join renowned literacy expert Doug Fisher for an in-person workshop on Long Island. This one-day workshop is designed for middle and high school teachers and leaders looking to create a thriving literacy environment. This session focuses on effective strategies for teaching foundational reading skills to struggling secondary readers, including self-efficacy, word recognition, word knowledge, sentence fluency, language comprehension, and background knowledge. Participants will explore the unique needs of older readers, who often face challenges in decoding, fluency, and comprehension, and learn how to integrate reading support seamlessly with content instruction. Through practical approaches and evidence-based practices, educators will gain tools to boost student engagement, build background knowledge, and foster a positive reading identity, ensuring all students have the skills necessary for academic success. Join us to empower your students and transform your classroom into a thriving literacy environment.

All participants will receive a copy of Teaching Foundational Skills to Adolescent Readers, the newly released book co-authored by Doug Fisher (a $45 value). Breakfast and lunch will be served.

Exclusive Offer for Attendees: Participants will also receive an exclusive Nassau BOCES 30% discount on any Corwin-published book-valid through June 30, 2026!

Please note:**NOTE** Districts must submit a purchase order at least 30 days in advance in order to be registered for this event. Due to the cost associated with this event (including advance book purchasing), if the minimum registration is not met 30 days prior, the event will be canceled. If a participant has registered for but is unable to attend this workshop, they are required to drop their registration on Frontline/MLP at least 31 days before the start date of the workshop.

Enrolled: 59/70
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101. NYSED Statewide Conference: The Science of Reading for Multilingual Learners **Conference Facilitators and Nassau BOCES Leaders**
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: EIB
Location: Nassau BOCES, George Farber Admin. Center-71 Clinton Road, Garden City (Garden City, NY) - Conference Rooms LL-A and LL-B[map]
Audience: ENL Teachers, General Education Teachers, Reading Specialists, School and District Leaders
Dates: 11/24/2025
Location: Conference Rooms LL-A and LL-B
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The New York State Education Department will release a new toolkit, developed in collaboration with Dr. Socorro Herrera, Dr. Kathy Escamilla, and Dr. Robin Cabral. The agenda includes an overview of the six briefs developed to help educators ensure that the teaching of reading is inclusive of ELLs and MLs.

This event will be held as a hybrid webinar with in-person discussion and online presentations. New York State administrators and literacy leaders will be presented with specific and useful information to understand and address the ontological differences between ELLs, MLs, and monolingual students. Please note that to participate in this event, you must attend in person at a designated BOCES, Big 5, or Small City School District site.

Participants in the event will have the opportunity to learn about the briefs with Dr. Socorro Herrera, a professor at the College of Education and the director of the Center for Intercultural and Multilingual Advocacy at Kansas State University. Dr. Herrera's K-12 teaching experience includes an emphasis on literacy development, and her research focuses on literacy opportunities with culturally and linguistically diverse students, reading strategies, and teacher preparation for diversity in the classroom.

Please Note Cancellation Policy: If a participant has registered for, but is unable to attend, a Nassau BOCES workshop, they are required to drop their workshop registration on Frontline/MLP at least 7 days prior to the start date of the workshop. In the event the participant does not cancel within this time frame, the participant/district will be billed.

Hours: 5
Enrolled: 5/10
Wait: 0/0

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