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1. Least Restrictive Environment Targeted Skills Group (LRE - TSG) 2024-2025 *For designated districts only*

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: Team members of designated districts only

Dates: 9/25/2024 to 5/28/2025

Meeting Times: 9:00 - 12:00 noon

The Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) Targeted Skills Group (TSG), is designed to deepen the understanding and implementation of the principle of LRE. The team will leave this training with a better understanding of the issues around the LRE. Each module in the series will build toward an action plan to support the district in increasing the amount of time students with disabilities spend in general education environments.

Through this TSG, attendees will:
● Understand the foundations of regulations for LRE decisions and implementation.
● Learn the data used to measure compliance with federal and state benchmarks for LRE compliance.
● Be introduced to the four components to consider when creating an effective system for ensuring student placement in LRE.

Activities are included to help the team begin the root cause analysis process.

LRE targeted skills group training is made up of several professional development modules. Each training focuses on a specific component related to the least restrictive environment. The suite of trainings includes:

1. Foundational Content
2. Pre-referral/Referral
3. Parent and Family Involvement
4. IEP Development and Continuum of Services
5. High Quality Inclusive Services & Infrastructure Considerations
6. Action Planning

TSG dates:
9/25/2024 - Module 1: Foundational Content
10/23/2024 - Module 2: Prereferral and Referral Process
11/20/2024 - Module 3: Individualized Education Program IEP Development and the Continuum of Services
12/18/2024 - Module 4: High-Quality Inclusive Services & Infrastructure Considerations
1/15/2025 - Module 5: Engaging Parents and Families Around LRE
1/22/2025 - Completion of content and action plans
5/28/2025 - end of year progress monitoring and wrap up

Please contact Brian Orzell (brian.orzell@dcboces.org) with questions
  • Enrolled: 30/80
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2. Virtual Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE)/Committee on Special Education (CSE) Chairperson Training - April 2025

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: School Psychologists, CPSE/CSE Chairpersons, Directors of PPS/Special Education, Special Education teachers, School Psychology interns

Dates: 4/1/2025 to 4/29/2025

Meeting Times: 4/1, 4/8, 4/10, and 4/29 - 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

This virtual training series of workshops will consist of four (4) live Zoom sessions. Modules 1 and 6 will be asynchronous work that you will complete independently. Other modules will include pre-work activities. Pre-work activities must be completed before the corresponding module. The Module 1 asynchronous work must be completed before Session 1. The Module 6 asynchronous work must be completed before Session 4.

Materials are accessible via Google folder. https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1aY9L2JQcmSNO7FZZbyS-R3_tNSAOkIDy?usp=sharing
Virtual live session dates: 4/1, 4/8, 4/10, and 4/29. Training sessions will be 9:00-3:00, with a lunch break.

Participants will be provided with the Zoom link prior to the start date.

In this series, Chairpersons will gain an in-depth understanding of effective practices in the following aspects of the Committee on Special Education and Preschool Special Education.

Topic schedule:

Session 1 - 4/1/2025 - Module 1. Regulatory Foundations review, Module 2. Referral, Module 3. Evaluation, Module 4. Eligibility

Session 2 - 4/8/2025 - Module 5. IEP Development

Session 3 - 4/10/2025 - Module 5. IEP Development

Session 4 - 4/29/2025 - Module 6. IEP Implementation review, Module 7. Annual Review, Module 8. Reevaluation, Module 9. Effective Meetings

This training is designed for new Chairpersons. Veteran chairs would also benefit and are welcome to attend. Interns are also welcome.

Contact Brian Orzell (brian.orzell@dcboces.org) with any questions.
  • Enrolled: 28/60
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3. Overview of Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) (Synchronous)-Two Zoom Sessions of 3 hours each

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: special education teachers, general education teachers, and other educational professionals in need of training on the basic essentials of SDI for students with disabilities.

Dates: 5/1/2025 to 6/5/2025

Meeting Times: 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

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The Overview of Specially Designed Instruction professional development training package is the first in a suite of trainings on the development and use of specially designed instruction (SDI) for students with disabilities. This introductory training is intended to develop participants' working knowledge of the components of SDI, the rationale for using SDI, using SDI alongside other instructional strategies, and selecting appropriate SDI based upon student needs and characteristics. This is a two-part online course offered synchronously. Each session will be 3 hours from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. The dates are May 1, 2025 and June 5, 2025.
A Zoom Meeting link will be emailed to registrants prior to each session.
Participants will:


• Develop introductory knowledge of specially designed instruction (SDI)


• Identify ethical & legal reasons for the use of SDI


• Be able to define SDI & its purpose


• Understand the relationships between SDI & other instructional strategies


• Be able to describe SDI & its core elements


• Differentiate between accommodations & modifications


• Practice selecting appropriate SDI based upon student needs & characteristics
  • Enrolled: 4/30
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4. MTSS-i: Effective Tier 1 and Tier 2 Instructional, Social Emotional, and Behavioral Supports for All Grade Levels

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Teachers (grades K-12)

Dates: 5/1/2025

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Fully implemented MTSS programs can have a significant impact on academic and behavioral outcomes. According to research, elementary, middle, and high schools participating in MTSS Tier 1 interventions saw a 33 percent reduction in office discipline referrals and an increase in the average percentage of students scoring Level 3 or higher in reading. Join us for a workshop on effective Tier 1 and Tier 2 interventions that have been tested and proven to work with students from all different backgrounds. After taking this workshop, teachers will be able to add to their repertoire of strategies and techniques for increased student engagement through scientifically-based instructional, behavioral, and social emotional interventions.

Dutchess BOCES is an approved Sponsor of Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) pursuant to Section 80-6 of the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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5. C.A.I.T Meeting

Program: Model Schools

Audience: Other - Technology Directors, Technology Integration Specialists

Dates: 5/2/2025

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The Curriculum Assessment and Instructional Technology (C.A.I.T.) Council meets monthly to discuss district technology planning and implementation in order to support curriculum and instructional practices to improve student learning. C.A.I.T members, including Directors of Technology, Technology Integration Specialists, and/or participants designated to attend by district leadership, discuss staff development initiatives including best practices and uses of instructional technology. The council will explore successful initiatives from a variety of sources in order to work together to best assess the effectiveness of technology on teaching and learning within our county, districts and schools.
  • Enrolled: 6/30
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6. *NEW DATE and VIRTUAL* - Phonological Awareness: Establishing Foundations for Reading Success

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: Special education teachers, general education teachers, administrators

Dates: 5/5/2025

Meeting Times: 9:00am-12:30pm

Location: n/a

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The purpose of this training is to help participants gain a greater understanding of the Science of Reading; specifically, what phonological awareness is and how crucial this skillset is to the foundation of reading success. Participants will explore what skills to teach when, and how to teach these skills for students to master phonological awareness. The training will also provide context for the importance of using assessments to improve the effectiveness of phonological instruction for students. To overcome equity barriers, educators need to focus on systemic, explicit instruction to teach the skills supported by the science of reading.
  • Enrolled: 10/25
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7. HV TOD ROUNDTABLE

Program: Special Education

Audience: Teachers of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

Dates: 5/6/2025

Meeting Times: 4 PM - 6 PM

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Teachers of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing will meet to discuss issues relevant to their field. Intended for TOD professionals. Please contact amie.fredericks@dcboces.org for a link to the meeting.
  • Enrolled: 7/20
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8. Mathematical Games: Creating a Playful Classroom

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Teachers Only (K-12)

Dates: 5/6/2025

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The world of mathematics should be fun and playful! Come try out different mathematical games and consider how they could be incorporated into your classroom. We will look at games whose purpose is play and exploration, as well as games that can be used for practice and review.
  • Enrolled: 0/25
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9. Media Literacy: Help Students Learn How to Accurately Decipher the Digital World and Create Objective Media - for Secondary Students

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Teachers (grades 9-12)

Dates: 5/6/2025

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Research shows that over 50 percent of Americans get their information from social media. It is important that students graduate high school with the ability to decode media messages, understand the system in which they exist, and their influence on thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. This session will equip teachers with the necessary skills to teach students how to develop a critical lens for detecting bias, propaganda, misinformation, and disinformation in literature. Teachers will empower their students with the ability to ascertain whether information encountered in the media is credible and trustworthy. Join us as we discuss the concepts of "lateral reading” and lifelong research skills. After taking this workshop, teachers can teach students how to create their own media using information that is accurate and objective.

Dutchess BOCES is an approved Sponsor of Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) pursuant to Section 80-6 of the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education.
  • Enrolled: 2/30
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10. NY Inspires: A Plan to Transform Education in New York State

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Administrators, Leaders, Principals

Dates: 5/6/2025

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The New York State Education Department (NYSED) presented its robust timeline and implementation plan aimed at transforming education in New York, aligning with the recommendations from the Blue Ribbon Commission on Graduation Measures. This initiative, designed to promote greater equity within the education system, is informed by extensive stakeholder engagement, including parents, educators, administrators, school support staff, representatives of higher education, and the business community.

Join us to plan for and discuss the graduation measures that will be implemented in phases beginning with the Installation Phase Fall 2025 - Summer 2027.

There are three available sessions, all 4pm-6pm:

  • Tuesday, April 22nd
  • Tuesday, May 6th
  • Tuesday, June 3rd
  • Enrolled: 12/40
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11. School Nurse Roundtable

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: School Nurses

Dates: 5/7/2025

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The Dutchess County Department of Health invites you to participate in a valuable new initiative designed specifically for school nurses. Dr. Livia Santiago-Rosado and her team are launching a monthly virtual roundtable to help you:


• Stay Informed - Gain insights and professional development on key health-related topics.


• Connect with Colleagues - Share experiences, discuss current trends, and build a supportive network.


• Enhance Your Practice -Explore best practices for managing common school health issues and get your questions answered.

Your input is valued! Please submit any questions or topic suggestions you'd like to see addressed. We believe this roundtable will be a vital resource for our school nursing community.
  • Enrolled: 14/50
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12. Trauma-Informed Practices: Prioritizing Staff and System Wellness

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Administrators and Teachers

Dates: 5/8/2025

This workshop is designed to assist participants in exploring how supporting adults in the current educational climate is a critical element of becoming a trauma-informed school. Participants will examine the impact that toxic stress and/or secondary traumatic stress have on school employees, and how this affects their motivation, sense of accomplishment, and effectiveness in their personal and professional lives. While some of the common barriers to self- and community care (co-care) are addressed, highlighted are the positive impacts made when schools and districts prioritize staff wellness and resilience.
  • Enrolled: 0/25
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13. Developing an Effective Student Exit Summary

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: Special education teachers/staff, school counselors, case managers, administrators, CSE / transition related staff

Dates: 5/9/2025

Meeting Times: 1:00pm -3:00pm

The goals of this training are:
*To analyze the importance of students' self-determination skills in making the Student Exit Summary (SES) a meaningful and relevant document
*Learn the federal and state requirements for the SES
*Recognize and identify the required components of the SES
*Identify a process for the development and issuance of the SES that is student-centered

The Student Exit Summary is a required form for students exiting school. We ask that participants bring a student's IEP who is exiting this June and/or your school's Student Exit Summary form to reference and work with during this training. Please note: Student IEPs or Student Exit Summary forms are not required to attend this workshop. A Zoom link will be emailed to registered participants a few days in advance of this workshop. (If you do not receive an email, please check your spam folder or email melinda.krafft@dcboces.org).
  • Enrolled: 5/40
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14. Regional Training Sub Committee Meeting

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Administrators

Dates: 5/12/2025

Please register here to participate in the December work session for the regional trainings sub committees. All sub committees will be meeting to begin planning the PD framework for the 2025-26 school year.
  • Enrolled: 13/40
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15. Project Slice: Ecology is Everywhere: Studying Urban Ecosystems

Program: Center for Sustainability and Climate Education

Audience: K-12 science teachers

Dates: 5/12/2025

Join educators from Cary Institute of Ecosystem Science and Dutchess County BOCES for a one-day workshop to explore the ecology of urban places. We'll get outdoors to examine the ecology all around us, even in cities! Participants will explore protocols that will equip them to support students in designing and carrying out their own investigation to answer questions about how climate change impacts residents (human and non-human) of urban landscapes and to explore the biodiversity of urban spaces. We'll experience elements of project based learning that teachers can bring back to the classroom to get students thinking about local issues in engaging ways. We will discuss ideas for modifying workshop materials for all grade levels and science disciplines and invite all interested K-12 science educators to join! This workshop is free for members of the Center for Sustainability and Climate Education.

ALL PARTICIPANTS WILL KNOW AND BE ABLE TO:

Engage with experts in urban ecology and how scientists are investigating issues in urban places.

Learn protocols to engage students in designing their own investigations into the impact of climate change on urban spaces.

Learn the essential elements of project based instruction.

Make plans to incorporate new instructional methods or content into your classroom.

Dutchess BOCES is an approved Sponsor of Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) pursuant to Section 80-6 of the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education.
  • Enrolled: 2/30
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16. NYSED Statewide *Numeracy Briefs* Meeting

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Administrators and Mathematics Leaders K-12

Dates: 5/13/2025

We invite you to join us on May 13, 2025, for a day of learning and professional discussion on mathematics! The New York State Education Department will release a new series of numeracy briefs, developed by Dr. Deborah Loewenberg Ball, that focus on evidence-based practices for teaching mathematics. The agenda includes an overview of each of the eight numeracy briefs, with time to reflect and discuss with colleagues.

This event, which will be a hybrid webinar with in-person discussion and presentations, will provide New York State administrators and numeracy leaders with specific and useful information to support high-quality teaching of mathematics across grades PreK-12.

Please note that to attend this event, you must attend in person at a BOCES, Big 5, or Small City School District designated site.

Participants in the event will have the opportunity to learn about the briefs with Dr. Deborah Loewenberg Ball and the SED team. Dr. Loewenberg Ball is the William H. Payne Collegiate Professor at the University of Michigan and the director of TeachingWorks.

NYSED and Dr. Ball will release a new series of numeracy briefs that are grounded in research, are written for practitioners, and will provide scientific and useful information to support responsible teaching of mathematics across grades PreK-12.

  • Enrolled: 50/80
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17. Tech Talks for Technology Integration Specialists

Program: Model Schools

Audience: Other - Technology Integration Specialists

Dates: 5/14/2025

Are you a Technology Integration Specialist? Please join us for a monthly roundtable to discuss topics of interest. Topics will include: Classroom embedded coaching Collaborating with leadership Identifying and overcoming barriers Sharing resources and supports The importance of networking Topic ideas will grow organically with needs from the group. Let us be a support for each other and establish this important PLN for your position!
  • Enrolled: 2/15
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18. Information Literacy with World Book Online (AM)

Program: School Library System

Audience: K-12 Educators

Dates: 5/14/2025

Come join us for a review of World Book Online and its new enhancements to the platform with your subscription through your district or school.

Current World Book Online subscribers include Arlington, Hyde Park, Poughkeepsie, Red Hook, Rhinebeck, Spackenkill, Wappingers, Webutuck. Check with your School Librarian for your building user id and password.

We will review the core databases:

Early Learning
Kids
Student
Advanced
Ebooks

Prerequisite: World Book Online Subscription
  • Enrolled: 0/15
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19. Information Literacy with World Book Online (PM)

Program: School Library System

Audience: Dutchess County Administrators, School Librarians, Classroom Teachers – use Educators

Dates: 5/14/2025

Come join us for a review of World Book Online and its new enhancements to the platform with your subscription through your district or school.

Current World Book Online subscribers include Arlington, Hyde Park, Poughkeepsie, Red Hook, Rhinebeck, Spackenkill, Wappingers, Webutuck. Check with your School Librarian for your building user id and password.

We will review the core databases:

Early Learning
Kids
Student
Advanced
Ebooks

Prerequisite: World Book Online Subscription
  • Enrolled: 0/15
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20. Information Literacy with World Book Online (After School)

Program: School Library System

Audience: K-12 Educators

Dates: 5/14/2025

Come join us for a review of World Book Online and its new enhancements to the platform with your subscription through your district or school.

Current World Book Online subscribers include Arlington, Hyde Park, Poughkeepsie, Red Hook, Rhinebeck, Spackenkill, Wappingers, Webutuck. Check with your School Librarian for your building user id and password.

We will review the core databases:

Early Learning
Kids
Student
Advanced
Ebooks

Prerequisite: World Book Online Subscription
  • Enrolled: 0/15
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21. NYSSLS Science Regents: What to Expect and How to Prepare Our Students

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Science Teachers

Dates: 5/15/2025

This year, students will be taking the NYSSLS-aligned Biology and Earth and Space Science Regents for the first time. In this half day workshop, we will discuss a variety of resources, including the NYSSLS PLDs, Sampler Questions, Educator Guide, and Science Investigations to gain a better understanding of what we should expect from these tests and how to best prepare our students for them.
  • Enrolled: 5/25
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22. High School Principals Network

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Administrators - High School Building Leaders

Dates: 5/16/2025

Facilitated meetings to share challenges, ideas, successes, and best-practices. All agenda items TBD by the group. Join your peers for an opportunity to connect, collaborate, learn and grow together. Dates subject to change, based upon scheduling needs.

Open to all high school building principals.
  • Enrolled: 4/50
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23. AI Playground

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Teachers Only (K-12)

Dates: 5/16/2025

"Are you ready to revolutionize your teaching methods and step into the future of education? Join us for an exhilarating professional development workshop: AI Playground! In this immersive 6-hour experience, you'll have the opportunity to explore and experiment with nine cutting-edge AI tools designed specifically for educators. Get ready to unlock new possibilities in your classroom and enhance your teaching prowess! What You'll Discover: - Brisk AI: Streamline your lesson planning and content creation - SchoolAI: Personalize learning experiences for every student - MagicSchool: Transform your virtual classroom into an interactive wonderland - Eudaide: Curate content and 'just right' resources for your students - Diffit: Differentiate instruction with ease and precision - Twee: Create engaging and interactive assessments - Alamanack: Organize and optimize your curriculum effortlessly - Curipod: Curate and deliver personalized learning resources - Snorkl: Dive deep into data analytics to inform your teaching strategies Don't miss this chance to stay ahead of the curve and harness the power of AI in your classroom. Whether you're a tech enthusiast or just starting your AI journey, this workshop is designed to meet you where you are and take your teaching to the next level. Join us for a day of exploration, innovation, and hands-on learning. Transform your teaching practice and become a pioneer in AI-enhanced education! All participants must bring a device to access materials and participate in activities."
  • Enrolled: 2/30
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24. SLS Advisory Council Meeting

Program: School Library System

Audience: SLS Advisory Council

Dates: 5/16/2025

The Dutchess BOCES School Library System Advisory Council meets quarterly to recommend policy, review the annual budget, and perform long-range and short-range planning, including overseeing the development of the system's Plan of Service. Participants work to approve the annual system budget and report. School librarians, public librarians, and a Southeastern NY Library Resources Council representative serve on the advisory board.
  • Enrolled: 6/9
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25. School Psychologists Roundtable

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: School Psychologists

Dates: 5/19/2025

This roundtable for School Psychologist will cultivate a space that offers community, shared resources, and feedback for school psychologist in this and surrounding areas. During bimonthly sessions, school psychologists can expect to use protocols to share and hear best practices, discuss common obstacles and solutions, and discuss and receive feedback on cases. Participants should be prepared to connect with others, bring an open mind and a strength-based, solution-oriented attitude.

Participants will be able to:
Make connections and network with other school psychologist to share skills and insight
Establish a shareable bank of resources
Learn impactful activities, protocols, and knowledge for their practice
  • Enrolled: 4/30
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26. Classroom Management for New Teachers

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Teachers (grades K-12)

Dates: 5/19/2025

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Effective classroom management is the cornerstone of effective instruction. Join us as we discuss methods that veteran teachers use to create a safe, positive learning environment. We will learn the Harry Wong model as well as other proactive strategies and techniques to prevent inappropriate behaviors from manifesting and to successfully address situations where children exhibit extreme behavioral or social emotional abnormalities.

Dutchess BOCES is an approved Sponsor of Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) pursuant to Section 80-6 of the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education.
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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27. eSports Professional Learning Meeting for Coaches

Program: Model Schools

Audience: Other - Middle School and High School eSports Coaches

Dates: 5/19/2025

This monthly session is for dedicated coaches for Middle and High School eSports teams working with BOCES and Contender eSports. eSports Coaches will have the chance to network, share tips, and learn new strategies related to eSports Teams with monthly focus topics prepared by Model Schools Specialists.
  • Enrolled: 4/20
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28. Math Teacher Network

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Math Teachers (Grades K-12)

Dates: 5/19/2025

This 1 hour, virtual, monthly collegial meeting will provide opportunities to collaborate, brainstorm, share best practices, and network with math educators throughout Dutchess County. Topics for discussion will be determined by group members. Dutchess BOCES is an approved Sponsor of Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) pursuant to Section 80-6 of the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education.
  • Enrolled: 0/25
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29. Reflecting on a Year of NYSSLS Science at the High School

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Science Teachers

Dates: 5/20/2025

This 2-hour virtual workshop will be a space for Biology, Earth and Space Science teachers to reflect on their takeaways from this year and their progress toward implementing NYSSLS. What were your students' favorite phenomena? What curricular resources did you find most useful? How did the NYSED investigations go? Our goal will be to celebrate successes, learn from each other, and reflect on changes we might want to make for next year. Educators in all stages of their "NYSSLS journey” are welcome to join.
  • Enrolled: 0/25
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30. Literacy in Action: Enhancing Reading and Writing Skills in Secondary Social Studies

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Teachers Only (K-12)

Dates: 5/21/2025

Unlock the power of literacy in the social studies classroom! In Literacy in Action, you'll discover practical strategies to engage secondary students in reading complex texts and writing thoughtful responses that deepen their understanding of history, geography, and current events. This hands-on session will equip you with tools to foster critical thinking, help students navigate primary and secondary sources, and enhance their academic writing skills. Leave with ready-to-use activities that seamlessly integrate literacy into your social studies lessons and energize your classroom discussions. All participants must bring a device to access materials and participate in activities.
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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31. Understanding the NYS Consolidated Application for ESSA Funded Programs

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Administrators

Dates: 5/21/2025

Are you interested in learning about the NYS Consolidated Application for ESSA(Every Student Succeeds Act) funded programs?

Topics include:

-Allocations

-Allowable/Unallowable Expenditures

-Budget Forms

-Helpful Resources

  • Enrolled: 3/20
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32. Handwriting Instruction: Improve the Reading Performance of Elementary Students

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Grades K-12 District Leaders, Grades K-12 Principals, K-12 Teachers

Dates: 5/22/2025

Delve into the release from the Iowa Reading Research Center and understand how handwriting instruction improves both reading and writing outcomes. Learn how orthographic and phonologic information come together during handwriting instruction. Explore how handwriting instruction facilitates the storage of alphabetic knowledge. Gain strategies for instructing shape, size, and slant, as well as using visual clues to effectively implement handwriting techniques. See where handwriting instruction fits in during phonemic awareness/phonics instructional time. Investigate online tools for developing handwriting, in addition to parsing out when it is more practical to use a keyboard.
br> Balance offloading thinking to devices, with using devices to allow us to do deeper thinking work. Research the connections of speech to print. Consider writer's preferences, and how it feels different to write on paper versus screens. Apply micro writing at the upper grades and across content areas to gain the handwriting benefits younger learners typically experience. Study font and which features define a letter, and which features are merely stylistic variations.
  • Enrolled: 0/20
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33. MTSS-i: Effective Tier 1 and Tier 2 Instructional, Social Emotional, and Behavioral Supports for All Grade Levels

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Teachers (grades K-12)

Dates: 5/22/2025

New
Fully implemented MTSS programs can have a significant impact on academic and behavioral outcomes. According to research, elementary, middle, and high schools participating in MTSS Tier 1 interventions saw a 33 percent reduction in office discipline referrals and an increase in the average percentage of students scoring Level 3 or higher in reading. Join us for a workshop on effective Tier 1 and Tier 2 interventions that have been tested and proven to work with students from all different backgrounds. After taking this workshop, teachers will be able to add to their repertoire of strategies and techniques for increased student engagement through scientifically-based instructional, behavioral, and social emotional interventions.

Dutchess BOCES is an approved Sponsor of Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) pursuant to Section 80-6 of the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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34. Strategies for Differentiation in Math

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Teachers Only (K-12)

Dates: 5/22/2025

This 3-hour session will provide practical techniques for differentiating in mathematics classrooms. We will look at how teachers can adapt content, process, product, and environment to support all learners, as well as strategies to identify when, how, and for whom instruction should be adapted. Building on Rhonda Bondie's ALL-ED framework, we'll work to make sure our process for differentiation is practical and sustainable.
  • Enrolled: 0/25
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35. Using Phenomena to Support Inquiry in the Science Classroom

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Science Teachers

Dates: 5/22/2025

Anchoring your science teaching in phenomena is a great way to support students in developing the sensemaking and three dimensional thinking skills that they need. It can also spark your students' curiosity and help to make your classroom more inquiry driven. In this half day workshop, we'll learn more about how to find good phenomena and how to embed them into your instruction. All science teachers are welcome!
  • Enrolled: 0/25
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36. AI Spotlight: School AI

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Teachers Only (K-12)

Dates: 5/22/2025

Join us for an engaging one-hour workshop, "AI Spotlight: School AI," designed for educators looking to explore the exciting world of Artificial Intelligence in education. Discover how AI is transforming the classroom experience and learn practical strategies to integrate AI technologies effectively into your teaching practices. All participants must bring a device to access materials and participate in activities.
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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37. Help Your Students Become Published Authors - Elementary

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Teachers (grades 9-12)

Dates: 5/23/2025

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Join us for this exciting, hands-on session to learn how to help elementary students reach their goal of becoming authors by creating their very own ebooks. We will explore an engaging digital publishing tool that gives students the opportunity to build foundational literacy skills through reading and writing. This workshop will explore the many benefits of integrating NYS P-3 Literacy Standards with hands-on learning using Book Creator. Do not miss this opportunity to make storytelling fun and accessible for all students.

Dutchess BOCES is an approved Sponsor of Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) pursuant to Section 80-6 of the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education.
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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38. Media Literacy: Help Students Learn How to Accurately Decipher the Digital World and Create Objective Media - for Secondary Students

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Teachers (grades 9-12)

Dates: 5/27/2025

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Research shows that over 50 percent of Americans get their information from social media. It is important that students graduate high school with the ability to decode media messages, understand the system in which they exist, and their influence on thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. This session will equip teachers with the necessary skills to teach students how to develop a critical lens for detecting bias, propaganda, misinformation, and disinformation in literature. Teachers will empower their students with the ability to ascertain whether information encountered in the media is credible and trustworthy. Join us as we discuss the concepts of "lateral reading” and lifelong research skills. After taking this workshop, teachers can teach students how to create their own media using information that is accurate and objective.

Dutchess BOCES is an approved Sponsor of Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) pursuant to Section 80-6 of the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education.
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39. NYSSLS Science Regents: What to Expect and How to Prepare Our Students

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Science Teachers

Dates: 5/28/2025

This year, students will be taking the NYSSLS-aligned Biology and Earth and Space Science Regents for the first time. In this half day workshop, we will discuss a variety of resources, including the NYSSLS PLDs, Sampler Questions, Educator Guide, and Science Investigations to gain a better understanding of what we should expect from these tests and how to best prepare our students for them.
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40. Social Studies Teacher Network (Grades 7-12)

Program: Model Schools

Audience: Secondary Social Studies Teacher (Grades 7-12)

Dates: 5/28/2025

Calling all Secondary Social Studies Teachers! Feeling isolated? Craving fresh ideas? Join our dynamic Professional Learning Network (PLN) designed to ignite your passion for social studies education. We'll meet every other month for engaging discussions, collaborative activities, and resource sharing - all focused on empowering you to: Deepen your subject matter expertise: Explore innovative approaches to teaching history Incorporate cutting-edge pedagogy: Dive into best practices for active learning, technology integration, and fostering critical thinking skills. Collaborate with passionate colleagues: Connect with fellow secondary educators, share successes and challenges, and build a supportive network.
  • Enrolled: 0/15
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41. DASA(Dignity Act for All Students)

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Teachers, administrators, coaches, and teaching assistants, aspiring educators

Dates: 5/29/2025

This six-hour course meets all of the requirements needed for NYSED certification and certification updates for teachers, administrators, coaches, and teaching assistants. The DASA law was passed by NYS in 2010. This law seeks to provide the State's public elementary and secondary school students with a safe and supportive environment free from discrimination, intimidation, taunting, harassment, and bullying on school property, a school bus and/or at a school function.
  • Enrolled: 8/25
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42. Reflecting on a Year of NYSSLS Science at the High School

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Science Teachers

Dates: 5/29/2025

This 2-hour virtual workshop will be a space for Biology, Earth and Space Science teachers to reflect on their takeaways from this year and their progress toward implementing NYSSLS. What were your students' favorite phenomena? What curricular resources did you find most useful? How did the NYSED investigations go? Our goal will be to celebrate successes, learn from each other, and reflect on changes we might want to make for next year. Educators in all stages of their "NYSSLS journey” are welcome to join.
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43. School Social Workers Roundtable

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Social Workers

Dates: 5/29/2025

This roundtable for Social Workers will cultivate a space that offers community, shared resources, and feedback for school social workers in this and surrounding areas. During bimonthly sessions, social workers can expect to use protocols to share and hear best practices, discuss common obstacles and solutions, and discuss and receive feedback on cases. Participants should be prepared to connect with others, bring an open mind and a strength-based, solution-oriented attitude.

Participants will be able to:
Make connections and network with other social workers to share skills and insight
Establish a shareable bank of resources
Learn impactful activities, protocols, and knowledge for their practice
  • Enrolled: 4/30
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44. AI Spotlight: Snorkl

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Teachers Only (K-12)

Dates: 5/29/2025

"Are you looking for ways to: Boost student engagement in the classroom? Personalize learning experiences for individual students? Empower students to explain their thinking more effectively? If so, then Snorkl, the innovative educational AI tool, might be the perfect solution for you! This engaging 1-hour workshop will equip you with the knowledge and skills to leverage Snorkl in your classroom, fostering a vibrant learning environment where student voices take center stage. All participants must bring a device to access materials and participate in activities."
  • Enrolled: 1/30
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45. Implementing Unregistered Work-Based Learning Experiences

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: Special and general education teachers, special and general education administrators, WBL coordinators, paraprofessionals, related services professionals, school counselors, transition specialists, agency/community service providers or case managers, and job coaches.

Dates: 5/30/2025

Meeting Times: 9:00-11:30am

Location: webinar

The purpose of Implementing Unregistered WBL (WBL) Experiences is to provide Educational Organizations (EOs) with the foundational knowledge of what high-quality WBL unregistered WBL experiences look like in New York State (NYS) including but not limited to reviewing in-depth unregistered experiences, discussing the alignment of WBL and the Career Development and Occupational Studies (CDOS) Commencement Credential, identifying high-quality instructional practices that support the implementation of WBL, and determining specific areas that may increase the success rate of WBL programs.
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46. Phonics & Word Recognition: Establishing the Foundations for Reading Success (VIRTUAL)

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: Special education teachers, general education teachers, literacy/reading instructors, administrators

Dates: 5/30/2025

Meeting Times: 9:30 am to 3:30 pm

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The purpose of this training is to help participants gain a greater understanding of the Science of Reading, specifically, what phonics and word recognition are and how crucial this skill set is to the foundation of reading success. Participants will explore what skills to teach when, and how to teach these skills for students to master phonics and word recognition. The training will also provide context for the importance of using assessments to improve the effectiveness of phonics instruction for students. To overcome equity barriers, educators need to focus on systemic, explicit instruction to teach the skills supported by the science of reading.
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47. MTSS-i for K-12 Teachers: Classroom Management Overview: Tier 3

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: K-12 Teachers

Dates: 5/30/2025

MTSS is a systemic, evidence-based, continuous improvement framework that utilizes a comprehensive continuum of evidence-based practices to support needs: academic behavioral, social- emotional, student physical and mental health.

This session will build on the previous2 workshops on classroom management interventions and explore Tier 3 interventions, including FBAs and BIPs and MTSS team referrals.
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48. Science of Reading for Administrators: The First Steps (VIRTUAL TRAINING)

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: Administrators

Dates: 6/2/2025

Meeting Times: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

This training helps administrators gain a greater understanding of what the Science of Reading has determined to be the foundational skills needed to become a proficient reader. Participants will explore current instructional practices in reading and the impact they have on reading proficiency. The training will also provide context for the importance of effective reading instruction and the impact that it has on equity for all students. To overcome equity barriers, school leaders need to support educators in utilizing systemic, explicit instruction to teach the skills supported by the science of reading. This training also highlights ineffective practices and why those may not be working; this is intended to inform leadership support of teachers implementing research-based and effective reading instruction.
  • Enrolled: 5/20
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49. MTSS-i for Building Administrators: Behavior Management: Tier 3

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Building Administrators

Dates: 6/2/2025

MTSS is a systemic, evidence-based, continuous improvement framework that utilizes a comprehensive continuum of evidence-based practices to support needs: academic behavioral, social- emotional, student physical and mental health.

This session will build on the previous2 workshops on classroom management interventions and explore Tier 3 interventions, including FBAs and BIPs and MTSS team referrals.

Admin Differentiation: Setting expectations, Referral forms and procedures, and Tools for monitoring
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50. HV TOD ROUNDTABLE

Program: Special Education

Audience: Teachers of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

Dates: 6/3/2025

Meeting Times: 4 PM - 6 PM

Teachers of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing will meet to discuss issues relevant to their field. Intended for TOD professionals. Please contact amie.fredericks@dcboces.org for a link to the meeting.
  • Enrolled: 5/20
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51. Fundations Tools & Tasks: The Why & The How

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: District Leaders, Elementary Principals, K-3 Teachers

Dates: 6/3/2025

Explore the impacts of the Wilson Reading Fundations program components. Look at hands-on decoding and the connection between decoding and encoding, as well as the importance of charts in the program. Explore the tenets of word building and engagement, align Fundations tasks to NYS Next Generation ELA standards, examine Fundations activities through their descriptions and key points, and connect Fundations work to the larger world of multilingualism.

Delve into the program's learner-driven components by identifying high leverage instructional activities, with focus on magnets, pocket charts, color coding, and sound cards. Utilize resources on Wilson Academy, gather Expert Tips, organize, sort and manipulate materials, and connect the program's work to science of reading research, Units of Study, Heggerty and Patterns of Power.
  • Enrolled: 1/20
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52. Multiple Representations for Elementary Math

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Teacher (K-5)

Dates: 6/3/2025

This 3-hour session is geared toward elementary teachers. We will look at how using multiple representations can build student understanding, using the concrete - semi-concrete - abstract progression. We will discuss how to identify when students are ready to move on to a more abstract representation and how these representations build toward concepts at the secondary level.
  • Enrolled: 1/25
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53. Building a Framework for AI Literacy

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Teachers Only (K-12)

Dates: 6/3/2025

In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, understanding artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming essential for both educators and students. Join us for Building a Framework for AI Literacy, a hands-on workshop where we'll explore the fundamentals of AI, examine its role in education, and develop practical strategies to build AI literacy in your classroom. You'll leave with a deeper understanding of AI's ethical implications, actionable teaching tools, and a framework for fostering critical thinking about AI with your students. Perfect for educators of all grade levels and subject areas, this workshop equips you with the knowledge to lead the way in AI-infused learning environments. All participants must bring a device to access materials and participate in activities.
  • Enrolled: 1/30
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54. NY Inspires: A Plan to Transform Education in New York State

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Administrators, Leaders, Principals

Dates: 6/3/2025

The New York State Education Department (NYSED) presented its robust timeline and implementation plan aimed at transforming education in New York, aligning with the recommendations from the Blue Ribbon Commission on Graduation Measures. This initiative, designed to promote greater equity within the education system, is informed by extensive stakeholder engagement, including parents, educators, administrators, school support staff, representatives of higher education, and the business community.

Join us to plan for and discuss the graduation measures that will be implemented in phases beginning with the Installation Phase Fall 2025 - Summer 2027.

There are three available sessions, all 4pm-6pm:

  • Tuesday, April 22nd
  • Tuesday, May 6th
  • Tuesday, June 3rd
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55. OPALS Annual User Group Meeting

Program: School Library System

Audience: K-12 School Librarians and Library Staff

Dates: 6/4/2025

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Join us for a full day of OPALS training and updates, Sora summer reading plans, and a few inventory tips and tricks. Julie Walsh, MediaFlex Consultant, will be on hand to share the latest software updates and answer your questions. Learn how to get the most out of your library management software and gain valuable insights on the latest features and updates.

Kristen Hein from OverDrive will share what's new with SORA and summer reading curation.

Prerequisite: Participation in Dutchess BOCES Coser 541.000Library Automation
  • Enrolled: 3/15
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56. OPALS User Group Meeting (After-school)

Program: School Library System

Audience: K-12 School Librarians and Library Staff

Dates: 6/4/2025

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Join us for an after-noon of OPALS inventory training and updates. Julie Walsh, MediaFlex Consultant, will be on hand to share the latest software updates and answer your questions. Learn how to get the most out of your library management software and gain valuable insights on the latest features and updates.

Kristen Hein from OverDrive will share what's new with SORA and summer reading curation.

Prerequisite: Participation in Dutchess BOCES Coser 541.000Library Automation
  • Enrolled: 1/15
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57. Trauma-Informed Practices: Prioritizing Trust and Transparency

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Administrators and Teachers

Dates: 6/5/2025

Individuals who have experienced toxic stress and/or trauma often struggle to trust others, accept support, and/or take risks in learning. This may be true for our students, staff and/or families/caregivers. This workshop emphasizes how effective communication and a commitment to transparency and inclusion in decision-making are essential in establishing a school climate that supports all individuals in the system (e.g., students, staff and families). Discussion will focus on how to build a culture of trust, authenticity, and honesty. Particular emphasis will be on identifying communication and relationship-building strategies that facilitate productive problem-solving during courageous or difficult conversations. When we experience compassionate and dependable relationships, we re-establish trusting connections with others that foster healing and growth. This workshop will focus on actions and practices that school leaders and staff utilize to build schools and relationships that prioritize trust and transparency.
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58. Using Phenomena to Support Inquiry in the Science Classroom

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Science Teachers

Dates: 6/5/2025

Anchoring your science teaching in phenomena is a great way to support students in developing the sensemaking and three dimensional thinking skills that they need. It can also spark your students' curiosity and help to make your classroom more inquiry driven. In this half day workshop, we'll learn more about how to find good phenomena and how to embed them into your instruction. All science teachers are welcome!
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59. AI Spotlight: Diffit

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Teachers Only (K-12)

Dates: 6/5/2025

Join us for an engaging professional development session on the innovative platform Diffit! This session is designed to empower educators with practical skills and knowledge to enhance their teaching practices. This engaging session will explore the powerful intersection of AI and teaching, and help you discover how Diffit can elevate your classroom practices. Get ready to unlock new possibilities, collaborate with fellow educators, and gain practical insights that will shape your teaching journey. All participants must bring a device to access materials and participate in activities.
  • Enrolled: 1/30
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60. C.A.I.T Meeting

Program: Model Schools

Audience: Other - Technology Directors, Technology Integration Specialists

Dates: 6/6/2025

The Curriculum Assessment and Instructional Technology (C.A.I.T.) Council meets monthly to discuss district technology planning and implementation in order to support curriculum and instructional practices to improve student learning. C.A.I.T members, including Directors of Technology, Technology Integration Specialists, and/or participants designated to attend by district leadership, discuss staff development initiatives including best practices and uses of instructional technology. The council will explore successful initiatives from a variety of sources in order to work together to best assess the effectiveness of technology on teaching and learning within our county, districts and schools.
  • Enrolled: 5/30
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61. Transition in the IEP: Overview of Core Components

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: Special educators, school counselors, school psychologists, social workers, building administrators, and general education teachers

Dates: 6/9/2025

Meeting Times: 9:00am-11:30am

During this training, participants will gain valuable information, strategies, and materials to assist with writing quality transition-focused IEPs. In addition, participants will receive helpful resources to prepare them for the State Performance Plan Indicator 13 review. Participants will have the opportunity to review their district's practices for writing the transition components in the IEP. These components include; transition assessments, present levels of performance, transition needs, course of study and coordinated set of activities.

The goals of this training are to:
*Identify key components of high-quality transition IEPs and understand the transition planning process
*Identify the components needed to develop and write measurable postsecondary goals
*Understand the relationship between transition needs and the development of annual goals to support the student toward achieving the postsecondary goals
*Identify key concepts of coordinated set of activities
*Ensure student participation in the development of a transition IEP and parent involvement in the transition planning process
*Directly apply and implement concepts into practice

Participants are asked to bring an IEP (of a student age 15+) to the training to reflect on their district's transition practices throughout the presentation.

You will receive a confirmation email for this training a few days in advance. If you do not receive an email, please check your SPAM folder. Otherwise, please contact me directly at monica.baron@dcboces.org with any questions. Thank you.

  • Enrolled: 4/50
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62. Regional Training Sub Committee Meeting

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Administrators

Dates: 6/9/2025

Please register here to participate in the December work session for the regional trainings sub committees. All sub committees will be meeting to begin planning the PD framework for the 2025-26 school year.
  • Enrolled: 13/40
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63. ENL Teachers: Integrated Materials Development Round Table

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: ENL Teachers 6-12

Dates: 6/9/2025

This four-day series will equip ENL teachers working with grades 6-12 to develop integrated materials, scaffolds and assessments that effectively support students' reading, writing, listening and speaking skills across content areas, as well as develop language objectives. The series will emphasize collaboration, best practices, and the alignment of ENL instruction in an Integrated classroom. Participants should be prepared to bring instructional materials and assessments to modify for English language learners.

Participants will be able to:

Make connections and network with other ENL teachers to share skills and insight

Establish a shareable bank of resources

Learn impactful activities, protocols, and knowledge of their practice

Implement modified materials into the Integrated classroom
  • Enrolled: 4/30
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64. Multiple Representations for Elementary Math

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Teacher (K-5)

Dates: 6/10/2025

This 3-hour session is geared toward elementary teachers. We will look at how using multiple representations can build student understanding, using the concrete - semi-concrete - abstract progression. We will discuss how to identify when students are ready to move on to a more abstract representation and how these representations build toward concepts at the secondary level.
  • Enrolled: 0/25
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65. AI Powered Feedback & Assessment

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Teachers Only (K-12)

Dates: 6/10/2025

This dynamic 3-hour workshop dives into the exciting world of AI-powered feedback and assessment. Explore how AI can revolutionize your approach to learning, saving you time and providing valuable insights for both educators and learners. This workshop will equip you with the knowledge and resources to leverage AI as a powerful tool for enhancing learning and assessment in your field. All participants must bring a device to access materials and participate in activities.
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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66. Multiple Representations for Secondary Math

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Teachers (6-12)

Dates: 6/10/2025

This 3-hour session is geared toward secondary teachers. We will look at how connecting multiple representations can build student understanding, by seeing the same information represented in different ways. We will discuss how to support students in building connections between representations, as well as exploring what representations students are exposed to in the elementary years.
  • Enrolled: 0/25
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67. School Counselors Roundtable

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: School Counselor

Dates: 6/11/2025

This roundtable for School Counselors will foster a space that offers community, shared resources, and feedback for school counselors in this and surrounding areas. During bimonthly sessions, school counselors can expect to use protocols to share and hear best practices, discuss common obstacles and solutions, and discuss/ receive feedback on issues. Participants should be prepared to connect with others, bring an open mind and a strength-based, solution-oriented attitude.

Participants will be able to:
Make connections and network with other school counselors to share skills and insight
Establish a shareable bank of resources
Learn impactful activities, protocols, and knowledge for their practice aligned with ASCA Mindsets & Beliefs
  • Enrolled: 2/30
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68. Ed Tech Spotlight: Book Creator

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Teachers Only (K-12)

Dates: 6/12/2025

Join us for an engaging one-hour virtual workshop, "EdTech Spotlight: Book Creator," designed to empower educators with innovative tools to enhance their teaching practices. Dive into the world of digital storytelling and creativity as we explore the versatile features of Book Creator, a dynamic platform revolutionizing classroom learning. This workshop is a must-attend for educators seeking to amplify student engagement and foster creativity through technology integration. All participants must bring a device to access materials and participate in activities.
  • Enrolled: 1/30
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69. How to Foster and Support Self-Determination in All Students

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: General and special education teachers, administrators, related service personnel, agency representatives

Dates: 6/13/2025

Meeting Times: 10:30am-12:30pm

Location: Virtual

According to research, self-determined students have better outcomes for employment, education/training, and independent living. This training is designed to provide participants with tools and resources to promote self-determination in the classroom by integrating skills into instruction and activities.

The goals of this training are to:
1. Recognize the eight different components which comprise self-determination;
2. Access and utilize materials and resources to aid in the promotion of self-determination; and
3. Develop skills to design self-determination plans for students
  • Enrolled: 9/50
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70. eSports Professional Learning Meeting for Coaches

Program: Model Schools

Audience: Other - Middle School and High School eSports Coaches

Dates: 6/16/2025

This monthly session is for dedicated coaches for Middle and High School eSports teams working with BOCES and Contender eSports. eSports Coaches will have the chance to network, share tips, and learn new strategies related to eSports Teams with monthly focus topics prepared by Model Schools Specialists.
  • Enrolled: 3/20
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71. Social Studies in the Digital Age: Leveraging Technology for Deeper Understanding

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Teachers Only (K-12)

Dates: 6/17/2025

Unlock the potential of technology to transform your social studies classroom! In this dynamic workshop, we'll explore innovative tools and strategies that bring history, geography, civics, and economics to life. Learn how to integrate digital resources to foster critical thinking, encourage student inquiry, and deepen understanding of complex social issues. Whether it's exploring primary sources through interactive platforms, analyzing current events in real-time, or creating multimedia projects, you'll leave with practical ideas to engage your students in meaningful ways. Perfect for educators looking to bridge traditional social studies with the digital world! All participants must bring a device to access materials and participate in activities.
  • Enrolled: 1/30
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72. Tech Talks for Technology Integration Specialists

Program: Model Schools

Audience: Other - Technology Integration Specialists

Dates: 6/18/2025

Are you a Technology Integration Specialist? Please join us for a monthly roundtable to discuss topics of interest. Topics will include: Classroom embedded coaching Collaborating with leadership Identifying and overcoming barriers Sharing resources and supports The importance of networking Topic ideas will grow organically with needs from the group. Let us be a support for each other and establish this important PLN for your position!
  • Enrolled: 2/15
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73. CPM Math (Hosted at Rhinebeck High School)

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Math Teachers, Instructional Coaches, and Administrators (Grades 6-12)

Dates: 6/23/2025 to 6/25/2025

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Join Rhinebeck High School math teachers in learning about the CPM math program. This free, three day workshop is appropriate for 6-12 math teachers, instructional coaches, and administrators who want to learn about collaborative, problem-based math pedagogy, or are curious about CPM as a curriculum. CPM is a 6-12 math program that focuses on collaborative learning routines, problem-based pedagogy, and mixed spaced practice, which are evidence-based practices that teachers can incorporate even if they don't use CPM. Learn more about the program at their website www.cpm.org.
  • Enrolled: 4/20
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74. Evolving from the Mini-Lesson: Other Ways to Facilitate High-Quality Writing Instruction

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Grs. K-5 Teachers; Building Principals; District Leaders; Literacy Coaches

Dates: 6/23/2025

There's a lot that works about the mini-lesson concept - it's just not the only way to get kids writing! Let's make shifts that consider alternatives to the mini-lesson so we can fortify our writing Instruction with science of reading research.We will look at brilliant and bold ways to inspire ourselves as instructors to support writers who create narratives that are informative.
  • Enrolled: 0/20
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75. Literacy in Action: Enhancing Reading and Writing Skills in Secondary Social Studies

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Teachers Only (K-12)

Dates: 6/24/2025

Unlock the power of literacy in the social studies classroom! In Literacy in Action, you'll discover practical strategies to engage secondary students in reading complex texts and writing thoughtful responses that deepen their understanding of history, geography, and current events. This hands-on session will equip you with tools to foster critical thinking, help students navigate primary and secondary sources, and enhance their academic writing skills. Leave with ready-to-use activities that seamlessly integrate literacy into your social studies lessons and energize your classroom discussions. All participants must bring a device to access materials and participate in activities.
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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76. Ed Tech Spotlight: Nearpod

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Teachers Only (K-12)

Dates: 6/26/2025

Join us for an engaging one-hour virtual workshop that shines a spotlight on Nearpod, a powerful educational technology tool transforming classrooms worldwide. Dive into the world of interactive learning experiences, engaging content delivery, and real-time assessment capabilities with Nearpod. This workshop is designed for educators looking to enhance their teaching practices through innovative EdTech solutions. All participants must bring a device to access materials and participate in activities.
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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77. AI Playground

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Teachers Only (grades K-12)

Dates: 7/7/2025

Are you ready to revolutionize your teaching methods and step into the future of education? Join us for an exhilarating professional development workshop: AI Playground! In this immersive 6-hour experience, you'll have the opportunity to explore and experiment with nine cutting-edge AI tools designed specifically for educators. Get ready to unlock new possibilities in your classroom and enhance your teaching prowess!

What You'll Discover:
- Brisk AI: Streamline your lesson planning and content creation
- School AI: Personalize learning experiences for every student
- MagicSchool: Streamline everyday tasks, lesson planning, and generating content resources
- Eudaide: Curate content and 'just right' resources for your students
- Diffit: Differentiate instruction with ease and precision
- Twee: Create engaging and interactive assessments
- Alamanack: Organize and optimize your curriculum effortlessly
- Curipod: Curate and deliver personalized learning resources
- Snorkl: Dive deep into data analytics to inform your teaching strategies
-Khanmigo: Lesson Planning, resource generation, personalized tutoring

Don't miss this chance to stay ahead of the curve and harness the power of AI in your classroom. Whether you're a tech enthusiast or just starting your AI journey, this workshop is designed to meet you where you are and take your teaching to the next level.

Join us for a day of exploration, innovation, and hands-on learning. Transform your teaching practice and become a pioneer in AI-enhanced education!

All participants must bring a device to access materials and participate in activities.

Dutchess BOCES is an approved Sponsor of Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) pursuant to Section 80-6 of the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education.
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78. Essay-Writing: A Science of Reading Update!

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Grs. 3-12 Teachers and Leaders

Dates: 7/8/2025

What does essay-writing look like with the science of reading research applied to it? Let's see how inquiry and the pursuit of content knowledge comes together to spark nonfiction writing practice that we can grow into longer written responses. Using text structure, we can synthesize and grow ideas that help our students to meet the demands of formal assessments.
  • Enrolled: 0/20
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79. Book Study: Executive Skills and Reading Comprehension: A Guide for Educators

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Teachers Only (grades K-12)

Dates: 7/9/2025 to 8/28/2025

Join your peers in a robust discussion on the latest scientific evidence in reading that could enhance your practice. Come learn new information about reading comprehension and how it links to already-known information about the science of reading. In this book study, we will read and discuss the latest groundbreaking research in neuroscience, what happens in the brain when we read, how reading can be taught most effectively, and what happens when children struggle to comprehend text despite having age-appropriate fluent decoding abilities. In Chapter 1, the author, Dr. Kelly B. Cartwright, provides practitioners and researchers with an understanding of neural activity that occurs in the frontal lobe during reading comprehension and comprehension instruction as well as neighboring and overlapping brain regions that serve various executive skills. In Chapters 2 to 7, she focuses on a particular executive skill essential for reading comprehension. Finally, in Chapter 8, the author reviews the role of executive skills in word recognition, and gives attention to word reading difficulties observed in children who are dyslexic. Don't miss the opportunity to keep abreast of this ever-evolving body of knowledge that has the potential to change the way we teach students with reading difficulties
  • Enrolled: 1/30
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80. AI Literacy for Educators

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Teachers (grades K-12)

Dates: 7/9/2025

Artificial Intelligence is reshaping education-but what does it really mean for teachers and students? In this interactive, hands-on workshop, we'll break down the key components of AI literacy, empowering you to critically evaluate AI tools, understand how they work, and make informed decisions about their use in education. You'll explore the basics of machine learning, ethical considerations, and bias in AI, while also experimenting with AI-powered platforms that support teaching and learning. Walk away with a clear framework for AI literacy, practical strategies for responsible integration, and the confidence to guide students in navigating an AI-driven world. No tech expertise required-just curiosity and an open mind!
All participants must bring a device to access materials and participate in activities.

Dutchess BOCES is an approved Sponsor of Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) pursuant to Section 80-6 of the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education.
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81. New Teacher Mentor Training (Refresher)

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Teachers Only (grades K-12)

Dates: 7/10/2025

For beginning teachers, skillful mentoring significantly increases confidence as instructional problem-solvers and decision makers. This training provides an update on structures, strategies, and tools for mentors. Experiences will provide specific information about the mentor's role, identify the needs of beginning teachers, and model steps for ensuring an effective mentor-protege relationship. TOPICS INCLUDE: The Role of the Mentor; Recognizing the Needs of Beginning Teachers; Effective Communication; Maximizing Time and Attention; On-going Support Strategies. ALL TEACHERS WILL KNOW AND BE ABLE TO: Understand the Role of the Mentee/Mentor; Work in Partnership with their Mentee to Effect a Positive School Year; Foster a Trusting Relationship Focused on Student Learning.

Dutches BOCES is an approved Sponsor of Continuing Teacher and Leader Educations (CTLE) pursuant to Section 80-6 of the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education.
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82. Note-Taking to Research-Writing: How Does It Come Together?

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Grs. 3-12 Teachers and Leaders

Dates: 7/10/2025

Let's learn how to stack note-taking habits and exercises that naturally lead to producing research-based writing pieces. We'll leave this session with lots of sources for finding mentor texts that inspire and scaffold our own students' writing, as well as learning through language how to create products that demonstrate content knowledge acquisition.
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83. Teaching Reading to ELLs: What's Different? (Elementary)

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: All District and Building Administrators, General, Content, and Special Education Classroom Teachers, Teaching Assistants/Aides, Counselors, and Related Service Providers who support ELLs in Elementary

Dates: 7/10/2025

This workshop will examine what teachers must consider when teaching reading to English Language Learners. What are they components of effective reading instruction: phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension, through the lens of second language acquisition and cultural and linguistic diversity. We will also explore the role of oral language development for literacy and what the science of reading research says about multilingual learners.
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84. Enhancing Reading Comprehension for ELLs Through Knowledge Building (K-12)

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: All District and Building Administrators, General, Content, and Special Education Classroom Teachers, Teaching Assistants/Aides, Counselors, and Related Service Providers who support ELLs in K-12

Dates: 7/10/2025

Understanding that vocabulary alone is insufficient for comprehension, this workshop highlights the crucial role of background knowledge-the "missing piece" of the comprehension puzzle. Explore research-backed strategies to enhance and elevate the reading comprehension skills of English Language Learners (ELLs) through background knowledge and vocabulary instruction. Practical techniques for integrating these insights into classroom instruction will be shared, ensuring that educators can immediately apply what they've learned.
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85. Book Study: Building Thinking Classrooms

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Teachers only Grades K-12

Dates: 7/11/2025 to 8/15/2025

This 90 minute, virtual, weekly bookclub will cover Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics by Peter Liljedahl and support participants in the implementation of the framework. Building Thinking Classrooms (BTC) has focuses on increasing students thinking and communication in math classrooms through 14 teaching practices. The practices are based in research and largely focus on taking elements of a traditional classroom (ex: students sit at desks to work) and changing them (ex: students stand and work on vertical surfaces like whiteboards).

Dutchess BOCES is an approved Sponsor of Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) pursuant to Section 80-6 of the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education.
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86. Book Study: The Warmth of Other Suns

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Teachers (grades K-12)

Dates: 7/11/2025 to 8/1/2025

Join us for an insightful four-week book study as we dive into Isabel Wilkerson's The Warmth of Other Suns, an unforgettable account of the Great Migration and its profound impact on American history. This book study is tailored for educators seeking to explore themes of race, identity, and the pursuit of freedom through the lens of history and personal stories. Through engaging discussions and reflective activities, participants will examine how the migration of African Americans from the Jim Crow South to northern and western cities shaped our nation's culture, politics, and education. As we connect these narratives to the content you teach, this book study will empower you to enrich your curriculum with meaningful historical context, foster empathy and understanding in your classroom, and inspire critical conversations about race and justice. Don't miss this opportunity to deepen your knowledge and enrich your teaching with powerful stories that resonate with students today.

Dutchess BOCES is an approved Sponsor of Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) pursuant to Section 80-6 of the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education.
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87. Book Study: The Artificial Intelligence Playbook, Time-Saving Tools for Teachers that Make Learning More Engaging

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: K-12 teacher, a school leader, or a district administrator

Dates: 7/14/2025 to 7/28/2025

New
Join Meghan Hargrave, author of The Artificial Intelligence Playbook, for an interactive book study on the newly released expanded edition (May 2025).

This three-session series will guide you through the essentials of AI in education, demonstrate its capacity to enhance critical teaching functions, and prepare you to engage students for an AI-empowered future. In addition to bringing aspects of the book to life, you will have a chance to build your AI fluency, ask questions, and explore topics with other area educators. Whether you're a K-12 teacher, a school leader, or a district administrator, this interactive author-led series will provide practical insights on how AI can work with and for you support all things teaching and learning.

(Registration includes a copy of The Artificial Intelligence Playbook: Expanded Second Edition)
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88. Neurodivergence & Science of Reading: Fueling Ideas for Sensory Learners

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Grs. K-12 Teachers and Leaders; Special Education Teachers

Dates: 7/14/2025

We're using the science of reading research and we're teaching exceptional children who learn best through sensory input. Let's work together to discover how our neurodivergent students learn best with this research in action. We will look at play-based techniques that help us construct and gamify our instruction in ways that target sensory receptors.
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89. AI for Administrators

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Administrators

Dates: 7/14/2025

Artificial Intelligence is rapidly transforming education, and school leaders need to be prepared. In this interactive, strategy-focused workshop, administrators will explore the fundamentals of AI literacy, examine real-world applications for streamlining workflows, and discuss the ethical considerations of AI in schools. Discover how AI can enhance decision-making, communication, professional development, and instructional leadership while maintaining transparency, equity, and data privacy. Leave with a practical AI action plan to support your staff, empower educators, and navigate the evolving AI landscape with confidence.
All participants must bring a device to access materials and participate in activities.

Dutchess BOCES is an approved Sponsor of Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) pursuant to Section 80-6 of the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education.
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90. Science and Teaching Literacy: Practical Strategies for Student Success and Classroom Joy

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: science teachers, reading teachers, and admin from both disciplines

Dates: 7/15/2025

Please join us for a full-day with Dr. Katie Egan Cunningham, author of Shifting the Balance: 6 Ways to Bring the Science of Reading into the Upper Elementary Classroom.


Keynote: Shifting Our Literacy Practices with Science and Joy at the Center

Breakout Sessions: AI Powered Creative Writing Creating Contenct-Connected Text Sets Essential Elements of Phonemic Awareness and Phonics Instruction Exploring the Transformative Power of Read Alouds Math & Literacy: Connecting Symbols to Meaning Shifting at Scale: Leadership Look Fors Using AI to Strengthen Reading Comprehension Using Movement to Unlock Joy

Individual registration : $450.00
Team registration: $400.00 per person (up to 6 people)
Price includes lunch and a copy of Dr. Egan Cunningham's book.
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91. InLET: Initial Certification of Lead Evalutors of Teachers

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Administrators

Dates: 7/16/2025

This blended workshop for NEW lead evaluators of teachers is designed to promote quality and consistency in teacher evaluation in accordance with Education Law 3012-d. The first 6 hours will be conducted asynchronously on Google Classroom. The final 6 hours will be held in person at Dutchess BOCES Conference Center on your selected date. Participants will view video(s) of instruction, collect objective, representative evidence, align evidence to the district-approved rubric, and discuss conclusions about teaching and learning with colleagues. The workshop content has been adjusted for the 2025-2026 school year. ALL PARTICIPANTS WILL KNOW AND BE ABLE TO: -Practice evidence collection and alignment -Discuss evidence with colleagues to encourage consistent language and alignment using the district approved rubric -Evidence collection, alignment and scoring -Engage in Professional Conversations All participants must bring a device to access materials and participate in activities.

Dutchess BOCES is an approved Sponsor of Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) pursuant to Section 80-6 of the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education.
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92. Trauma-Informed Practices: Foundations

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Administrators and Teachers

Dates: 7/16/2025

Developed as part of the UPLIFT framework, this foundational workshop is intended to build awareness and support staff at any level in recognizing trauma and responding to individuals who have been exposed to adverse experiences and/or trauma. It is expected that participants will develop competency around defining and discussing trauma and common trauma symptoms, as well as implications that trauma and toxic stress can have on behaviors presented at home, in school, or in the community. The workshop incorporates neurodevelopmental information to increase awareness of the potential repercussions of trauma and toxic stress on brain development, and resultant implications for learning, academic achievement or engagement, and social success. Participants will develop a deeper understanding of a trauma-informed care framework (e.g., the 4 Rs and 6 principles of trauma-informed organizations), and how these intersect with existing school initiatives (e.g., school climate, PBIS, SEL, DEI, restorative practices, etc.). This module is designed to offer all school-based personnel a basic understanding of trauma and trauma-informed care practices at all tiers, from universal practices to individualized supports. Training activities may include individual reflection, case scenarios, polls, group discussion and Q & A.

Dutchess BOCES is an approved Sponsor of Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) pursuant to Section 80-6 of the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education.
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93. Incorporating Vocabulary Routines for ELLs in Grades 3-12

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: All District and Building Administrators, General, Content, and Special Education Classroom Teachers, Teaching Assistants/Aides, Counselors, and Related Service Providers who support ELLs in Grades Pre-K-12.

Dates: 7/17/2025

This workshop will equip classroom teachers with practical and engaging vocabulary routines to support English Language Learners in all content areas.Participants will learn strategies to build vocabulary knowledge, enhance comprehension, foster retention, and develop oral language.

How to select keywords from tiered vocabulary for direct instruction and word learning strategies in morphology, context clues, cognate awareness, and creating opportunities for authentic language use. Teachers will develop a consistent approach for incorporating vocabulary instruction as a daily part of routines that foster listening, speaking, reading, and writing in English.
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94. A Tale of Two Regulations: Special Education and Part 154

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: All District and Building Administrators, General, Content, and Special Education Classroom Teachers, Teaching Assistants/Aides, Counselors, and Related Service Providers who support ELLs in Grades Pre-K-12.

Dates: 7/17/2025

This workshop provides educators with a foundational understanding of the intersection of special education and English Language Learner (ELL) services within the context of New York State's Commissioners' Regulations Part 154 and Part 200. Understand Legal Requirements: Gain insights into relevant laws and regulations, the ELL Identification: Policies, procedures, and best practices.

Considerations for providing effective delivery of services through general and special education programs. Leverage Student Strengths and Identify Student Needs: Accommodations to provide access and build on students' existing skills. Developing an IEP that captures the strengths, skills, and resources that students possess when they come into our district.
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95. AI Playground

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Teachers (grades K-12)

Dates: 7/21/2025

Are you ready to revolutionize your teaching methods and step into the future of education? Join us for an exhilarating professional development workshop: AI Playground! In this immersive 6-hour experience, you'll have the opportunity to explore and experiment with nine cutting-edge AI tools designed specifically for educators. Get ready to unlock new possibilities in your classroom and enhance your teaching prowess!

What You'll Discover:
- Brisk AI: Streamline your lesson planning and content creation
- School AI: Personalize learning experiences for every student
- MagicSchool: Streamline everyday tasks, lesson planning, and generating content resources
- Eudaide: Curate content and 'just right' resources for your students
- Diffit: Differentiate instruction with ease and precision
- Twee: Create engaging and interactive assessments
- Alamanack: Organize and optimize your curriculum effortlessly
- Curipod: Curate and deliver personalized learning resources
- Snorkl: Dive deep into data analytics to inform your teaching strategies
-Khanmigo: Lesson Planning, resource generation, personalized tutoring

Don't miss this chance to stay ahead of the curve and harness the power of AI in your classroom. Whether you're a tech enthusiast or just starting your AI journey, this workshop is designed to meet you where you are and take your teaching to the next level.

Join us for a day of exploration, innovation, and hands-on learning. Transform your teaching practice and become a pioneer in AI-enhanced education!

All participants must bring a device to access materials and participate in activities.

Dutchess BOCES is an approved Sponsor of Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) pursuant to Section 80-6 of the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education.
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96. Translating the NYSSLS into Lesson Plans-Developing, Finding, and Revising Lessons that Prepare Students for the New Science Regents Exams

Program: Educational Resources

Dates: 7/22/2025

Confused by what the NYSSLS standards are asking students to know, understand, and be able to do? Unsure if your existing lessons will truly align and if they will prepare students for the new Regents exams? You aren't alone! According to Achieve, up to 95% of resources that claim to be aligned with the new standards really aren't. Learn where to find the best resources, how to evaluate the quality of resources, and simple strategies to modify your existing lesson plans so you can be confident your students learn what they need to know to be successful on the new Regents exams.
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97. Trauma-Informed Practices: Foundations

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Administrators and Teachers

Dates: 7/22/2025

Developed as part of the UPLIFT framework, this foundational workshop is intended to build awareness and support staff at any level in recognizing trauma and responding to individuals who have been exposed to adverse experiences and/or trauma. It is expected that participants will develop competency around defining and discussing trauma and common trauma symptoms, as well as implications that trauma and toxic stress can have on behaviors presented at home, in school, or in the community. The workshop incorporates neurodevelopmental information to increase awareness of the potential repercussions of trauma and toxic stress on brain development, and resultant implications for learning, academic achievement or engagement, and social success. Participants will develop a deeper understanding of a trauma-informed care framework (e.g., the 4 Rs and 6 principles of trauma-informed organizations), and how these intersect with existing school initiatives (e.g., school climate, PBIS, SEL, DEI, restorative practices, etc.). This module is designed to offer all school-based personnel a basic understanding of trauma and trauma-informed care practices at all tiers, from universal practices to individualized supports. Training activities may include individual reflection, case scenarios, polls, group discussion and Q & A.

Dutchess BOCES is an approved Sponsor of Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) pursuant to Section 80-6 of the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education.
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98. **NEW DATE**Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) for Administrators (Synchronous)

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: Building administrators and new special education administrators; other administrators welcome

Dates: 7/23/2025

Meeting Times: 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

The Specially Designed Instruction for Administrators professional development training package is the fifth in a suite of trainings on the development and use of specially designed instruction (SDI) for students with disabilities. This training is intended to further develop an administrator's knowledge of SDI and how SDI should be designed and developed based on individual student need to address their learning obstacles. The content is most beneficial for building administrators and new special education administrators; however, all administrators are welcome.
This is a one session online course offered synchronously. The session will be 3 hours from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. The date is: July 23, 2025.
A Zoom Meeting link will be emailed to registrants prior to the session.
Participants will:

• Define and describe specially designed instruction.

• Recognize how to differentiate SDI from general education.

• Identify what SDI looks like in the classroom setting.  

• Gain necessary skills for supervision of implementation of SDI.
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99. Finding and Developing Classroom Assessments that Prepare Students for the New Science Regents Exams

Program: Educational Resources

Dates: 7/23/2025

The questions on the new science regents exams are very different from the old exams. They are worded in unfamiliar ways and students need a different knowledge and skill set than they have in the past to be successful. Learn where to go to find similar questions to what you can expect to see on the new Regents exams, and how New York State creates these questions so that you can build your own to use in your classroom.
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100. New Teacher Mentor Training for First-Time Mentors

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Teachers Only (grades K-12)

Dates: 7/23/2025 to 8/13/2025

For beginning teachers, skillful mentoring significantly increases confidence as instructional problem-solvers and decision makers. This training offers a complete overview of structures, strategies, and tools for mentors. Experiences will provide specific information about the mentor's role, identify the needs of beginning teachers, and model steps for ensuring an effective mentor-protege relationship. TOPICS INCLUDE: The Role of the Mentor; Recognizing the Needs of Beginning Teachers; Effective Communication; Maximizing Time and Attention; On-going Support Strategies. ALL TEACHERS WILL KNOW AND BE ABLE TO: Understand the Role of the Mentee/Mentor; Work in Partnership with their Mentee to Effect a Positive School Year; Foster a Trusting Relationship Focused on Student Learning.

Dutchess BOCES is an approved Sponsor of Continuing Teacher and Leader Education. (CTLE) pursuant to Section 80-6 the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education.
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101. Collaboration in the Digital Classroom

Program: Educational Resources

Audience: Teachers (grades K-12)

Dates: 7/23/2025

In today's classrooms, collaboration isn't limited to four walls-it happens anytime, anywhere through digital tools! In this hands-on, interactive workshop, you'll explore strategies and techniques for fostering meaningful student collaboration in digital spaces. Discover innovative ways to encourage teamwork, communication, and creativity in both synchronous and asynchronous learning environments. Join us to rethink teamwork for the digital age!
All participants must bring a device to access materials and participate in activities.

Dutchess BOCES is an approved Sponsor of Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) pursuant to Section 80-6 of the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education.
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