Frontline Education

1. 2025-2026 Statewide Itinerant Supervisor PLC

Program: Itinerant Services

Dates: 9/12/2025 to 6/5/2026

Monthly meetings to discuss current issues, network, share resources and best practices, and brainstorm ideas to improve Itinerant and Related Services within BOCES around the State.

2. Data-Based Decision-Making to Improve Student Performance Targeted Skills Group

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: District and school administrators, literacy specialists, school psychologists, interventionists, other school staff

Only open to invited schools- Edmeston, Morris and Schenevus

Dates: 9/24/2025 to 5/21/2026

Targeted Skills Groups will adopt a team structure that focuses on data-based decision-making, while using a tool/checklist to ensure fidelity of implementation, in order to improve the outcomes for all students.

3. 25-26 Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing CLC

Program: Itinerant Services

Dates: 9/25/2025 to 6/25/2026

This is a collaborative learning community in which teachers/providers from around the state can gather to network, build relationships, collaborate, share ideas, and educate each other in the upcoming trends and regulations of their field. Updates from the field will be shared and new content explored as it becomes available. A meeting link will be sent to registrants several days prior to the meeting. If you do not receive this information, please reach out to Kimberlea Curran

4. Transition Targeted Skills Group (TSG) @ ISSC

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: Downsville Central School, Laurens Central School, Margaretville Central School, Oneonta City School District, and Walton Central School.

Dates: 9/30/2025 to 3/10/2026

The Transition Targeted Skills Group (TSG) is a result of the OSE Educational Partnership Designations for a Focused Intervention. This provides districts with the requirements of the State Performance Plan (SPP) 13: Secondary Transition. During this TSG we will review the requirements and provide professional development encompassing the best practices to meet the requirements of Secondary Transition Planning and the Documentation of this in the Individualized Education Program (IEP) of students that are 14 and older. Participants take a deep dive in best practices, reflect on current systems and practices, are provided numerous resources to build their own transition resource binder, collaborate with additional school district participants and provide facilitated work time with scaffolding.

Note: The first Training Session is Mandatory for all participants/district team representatives. This session includes training mandated for all districts that will be part of the SPP Indicator #13 Compliance Review in the 2026-2027 school year. All CSE Chairpersons for secondary students and any administrator that is responsible for the meetings that may include Directors of Special Education Programs and/or Principals or Superintendents.

Coaching sessions will be scheduled with the district for additional support and scaffolding. Registrations for each session will be created once the date and time has been scheduled. It is a requirement that a coaching session of at least 1 hour will be provided by a Regional Partnership Center (RPC) member and at least one district team member.

26 (minimally) Each Training Day 5.5 hours Coaching Days are district dependent 1 - 6 hours

5. Graduation Targeted Skills Group (TSG)

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: Delaware Academy, Hunter-Tannersville Central School, Milford Central School, and Worcester Central School.

The district is asked to create a team of representatives that must include an administrative representative that has the authority to make decisions and CSE chairperson/director, as well as general and special education teachers, school counselor(s), and transition coordinator(s).

Dates: 10/7/2025 to 4/14/2026

The Graduation Targeted Skills Group (TSG) is a result of the OSE Educational Partnership Designations for a Focused Intervention. Districts will develop systems using evidence-based practices and best practices to enhance the successful completion of school for students with disabilities during the training sessions. Training will include information about Work-Based Learning (WBL), Student Centered Planning, Self-Determination, Career Development and Occupational Studies (CDOS) across the lifespan, Early Warning Systems, Transition Planning and Multiple Pathways to Graduation.

Coaching sessions will be held every other month where the district representative/teams will meet with the Regional Partnership Center (RPC) specialist and/or the Family Engagement Facilitator from the Family and Community Engagement Center (FACE) for a scaffolded approach to gathering and reviewing district specific data, determining root causes and creating a system to address those root causes including preventative procedures. It is an expectation of the Office of Special Education that this occurs for a minimum of 1 hour with at least one district team member. Registration for each session will be created once the date and time has been mutually agreed upon.

The districts are asked to create a team of representatives that must include an administrative representative that has the authority to make decisions and CSE chairpersons/ director, as well as general and special education teachers, school counselor(s), and transition coordinator(s,).

16 (minimally) Each Training Day 3 hours Coaching Days are district dependent 1 - 6 hours

6. IEP Writing Workshop

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: Special Education teachers and Related Service Providers

Dates: 2/26/2026

Starting Soon

Disclaimer: Participants must attend Creating the IEP training before they will have access to this IEP Writing Day. If you attended Creating the IEP in the 2023-2024 school year, you are able to attend.

Participants will:
Learn how to write quality IEPs with review around Present Levels of Performance, Goal Writing, and Accommodationations/Modifications
Have collaboration time to work with other educators throughout the region and ask questions of the trainer

Participants should bring draft copies (or electronic access to a draft) of IEPs to work throughout the day.

7. AI After School: AI Prompting and Q&A

Program: Model Schools

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 2/26/2026

Starting Soon

This four-session professional development series introduces educators to practical AI tools designed to enhance productivity and streamline educational tasks. Offered monthly on the last Thursday from 3-4 PM via Zoom, participants will explore foundational AI prompting techniques and learn to leverage specific platforms including Magic School, NotebookLM, and Google Gems to create resources, transform content, and automate routine tasks.

This foundational session establishes essential prompting skills and provides an open forum for educators to ask questions about AI implementation in educational settings.

8. Conversations and Collaboration (AIS Providers)

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 2/27/2026

Starting Soon

Come together (again) with colleagues around the region to discuss triumphs and tribulations in your professional practices. Time will be spent sharing resources, troubleshooting, and exchanging ideas.

***ISSC Parking - Please use the back parking lot behind our building first. When at full capacity we may use the side and front lots. Please do not park in the spots directly against the backside of the building as these belong to the businesses. Thank you!***

9. Explicit Instruction: An Evidence-Based Practice for Effective and Long-Term Learning
(Asynchronus Training from Feb. 1st-Feb. 28th)

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: Special education teachers; general education teachers; administrators

Dates: 2/28/2026

Self Paced

Starting Soon

This explicit instruction training package is intended to support participants' knowledge of explicit instruction and teachers' abilities to effectively implement explicit instruction. Explicit instruction is a high leverage practice that has proven to be effective for special education students. Research has shown higher achievement results for students with disabilities in both reading and math after receiving explicit instruction.

***Please ignore the date and time. This is a self-paced course from Feb.1st-Feb. 28th***

10. IEP Writing Workshop

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: Special Education teachers and Related Service Providers

Dates: 3/3/2026

Disclaimer: Participants must attend Creating the IEP training before they will have access to this IEP Writing Day. If you attended Creating the IEP in the 2023-2024 school year, you are able to attend.

Participants will:
Learn how to write quality IEPs with review around Present Levels of Performance, Goal Writing, and Accommodationations/Modifications
Have collaboration time to work with other educators throughout the region and ask questions of the trainer

Participants should bring draft copies (or electronic access to a draft) of IEPs to work throughout the day.

11. Stronger Together: A DCMO & ONC BOCES Leadership Summit

Program: Principals' Academy

Audience: ONC BOCES component district Principals

Dates: 3/4/2026

This professional learning session brings school leaders from the ONC and DCMO regions together to build relationships and collaboratively explore NY Inspires and the Portrait of a Graduate. Through a regional lens leaders will highlight shared strengths, challenges, and opportunities for collaboration. Participants will also engage in intentional reflection, facilitated discussions to identify practices that can be replicated across schools and to determine where regional support is needed. The day emphasizes collective leadership, shared responsibility, and next steps to continue these conversations within schools and across the DCMO and ONC regions-because we are stronger together.

12. Co-Teaching, Module 1, Six models of Co-Teaching

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: Special education teachers; general education teachers; administrators

Dates: 3/11/2026

The purpose of this training is to help participants gain a foundational understanding of co-teaching as a service delivery model and the six models used to implement it. In New York state the co-teaching model is most often associated with the special education service integrated co-teaching. This model will be covered as well as the use of the co-teaching model among other service providers (e.g. English as a New Language [ENL] teachers, speech language pathologists etc.). Variations for use of the models will also be discussed throughout the training.

13. March 2026 SEAC Meeting

Program: Itinerant Services

Dates: 3/12/2026

We are excited to offer another year of SEAC. This PD opportunity will focus on the following: - Light Up The Learning Brain Book study - Instructional Leadership - Using data for decision making - Creating and maintaining a welcoming and affirming environment - NYSED, BOCES, and RPC updates, announcements, and Round Table - Monthly PD opportunities We provide a quiet workspace from 8-8:30am for those who would like to arrive early and complete book study reading.

14. Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) Mandated 6 Hour Certification Workshop (ONLINE)

Program: DASA

Audience: Principals, Teachers, LTA's, Coaches

Dates: 3/13/2026 to 3/30/2026

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The New York State Education Department (NYSED) Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) requires that candidates applying for certification, including educators with initial certification applying for professional certification, complete 6 hours of coursework or training on harassment, bullying, cyber bullying, and discrimination in schools [Article 2 Sections 10-18 of the Education Law]. This training also addresses microaggressions and social patterns of harassment, bullying, and discrimination.

This fully online workshop runs from March 16-30, 2026. Participants work at their own pace during this window, to complete all tasks and assignments by the course end date (March 30,2026). The course is composed of 6 modules consisting of recorded lectures, videos, readings, and activities. Participants will need access to a computer or device with internet access that will allow them to watch videos, view and complete documents in PDF format and Google Docs, complete Google Forms, and engage in online activities.

Registration ends on Monday, March 9, 2026. Payment must be received no later than Friday, March 13, 2026. Please mail your CHECK, PURCHASE ORDER, or MONEY ORDER ONLY to:

ONC BOCES, Attn: Audra DeSilva, 7352 State Hwy 23, Suite 3, Oneonta, NY 13820. (Payable to: ONC BOCES)

The cost of the course is $25 for subscribed districts: Andes CSD, Charlotte Valley CSD, Cooperstown CSD, Laurens CSD, Schenevus CSD, South Kortright CSD, Stamford CSD, and Worcester CSD.

There is a $100 fee for all others.

On Friday, March 13, 2026, all registered participants will receive an email providing instructions for accessing the course. Upon completion, ONC BOCES will report your completion electronically to your TEACH account.

***If you fail to complete this course by Monday, March 30, 2026, you would need to register and pay to retake the entire course again at the next offering.***

15. K-12 BookTalks with Stacy Ratner and Alicia Abdul

Program: School Library System

Audience: Librarians, Library LTA's, Library Staff, Teachers

Dates: 3/13/2026

K-12 Booktalks on the Best Books of 2025-26. Elementary Librarian Stacey Rattner, and High School Librarian Alicia Abdul will lead us in learning about and discussing books for our students. Titles will be shared with a full day dedicated to all levels, Elem, Middle and High. There will also be resources and ideas shared to engage readers with activities and events. Booklists will be provided. Join us and create your 'to purchase' book list!

16. Behavior Management Strategies for LTAs

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Audience: Paraprofessionals (Support Staff)

Dates: 3/13/2026

This half-day workshop is designed to strengthen licensed teaching assistants' skills in supporting positive student behavior and creating safe, productive learning environments. Participants will explore the functions of behavior and learn how understanding the "why" behind student behavior can guide effective responses and interventions.

The session will emphasize proactive and responsive strategies, including recognizing early warning signs, using de-escalation techniques, and implementing consistent, supportive interventions aligned to classroom expectations and individual student needs. Teaching assistants will engage in real-world scenarios, guided discussion, and practical tools they can immediately apply in their daily work with students and classroom teachers.

Participants will:
- Understand the functions of behavior and how they impact student actions
- Learn practical de-escalation strategies to reduce conflict and maintain safety
- Explore intervention strategies that support positive behavior and self-regulation
- Clarify the role of the teaching assistant in behavior support plans and classroom systems
- Build confidence in responding to challenging behaviors in a calm, supportive manner

***ISSC Parking - Please use the back parking lot behind our building first. When at full capacity we may use the side and front lots. Please do not park in the spots directly against the backside of the building as these belong to the businesses. Thank you!***

17. From Problem to Project: Building Pathways to Deeper Learning - AM Session

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Dates: 3/13/2026

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In this engaging half-day session, you'll explore how Problem-Based and Project-Based Learning can transform your classroom into a space where critical thinking, collaboration, and authentic application thrive - directly developing the skills at the heart of Portrait of a Graduate. You'll leave with a clear understanding of how to use shorter problem-based experiences as a practical on-ramp to deeper, community-connected project work, and a ready-to-implement plan for your own classroom this spring. Whether you're brand new to PBL or looking to sharpen your practice, this session will support you with the tools to take the next step toward the innovative, student-centered learning our students deserve.

18. IEP Writing Workshop

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: Special Education teachers and Related Service Providers

Dates: 3/13/2026

Participants must attend Creating the IEP training before they will have access to this IEP Writing Day. If you attended Creating the IEP in the 2024-2025 school year, you are able to attend.

Participants will:
Learn how to write quality IEPs with review around Present Levels of Performance, Goal Writing, and Accommodationations/Modifications
Have collaboration time to work with other educators throughout the region and ask questions of the trainer

Participants should bring draft copies (or electronic access to a draft) of IEPs to work throughout the day.

19. Experiential Teaching, Facilitation, and Community Building Workshop with Jen Stanchfield

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 3/13/2026

Join this interactive workshop and fill your toolbox with experiential, brain-based methods to inspire, engage, and create lasting, meaningful lessons. Enliven groupwork, counseling lessons, circles, and meetings with experiential facilitation and active reflection techniques. Explore practical ways to cultivate belonging, involvement, student voice, choice, and ownership. Integrate meeting, circles or counseling lesson content with essential life skills and social-emotional competencies. Increase involvement, emotional connection, relevancy, and depth of understanding.Bring learning to life with active review and reflection techniques. Use the power of play to build a joyful, connected community. Leave with creative inspiration, practical tools, and new connections.

Join us for an inspiring day of networking and meaningful conversation and connection with other school wellness and mental health professionals.

20. From Problem to Project: Building Pathways to Deeper Learning - PM Session

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Dates: 3/13/2026

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In this engaging half-day session, you'll explore how Problem-Based and Project-Based Learning can transform your classroom into a space where critical thinking, collaboration, and authentic application thrive - directly developing the skills at the heart of Portrait of a Graduate. You'll leave with a clear understanding of how to use shorter problem-based experiences as a practical on-ramp to deeper, community-connected project work, and a ready-to-implement plan for your own classroom this spring. Whether you're brand new to PBL or looking to sharpen your practice, this session will support you with the tools to take the next step toward the innovative, student-centered learning our students deserve.

21. Instructional Support Strategies for Reading and Mathematics

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Audience: Paraprofessionals (Support Staff)

Dates: 3/13/2026

This half-day workshop focuses on building licensed teaching assistants' capacity to effectively support instruction during reading and mathematics lessons. Participants will develop a stronger understanding of their instructional role and learn strategies to reinforce teacher-led instruction while meeting diverse student needs.

The session will highlight practical ways teaching assistants can support small-group instruction, differentiated activities, and independent practice in both literacy and math. Emphasis will be placed on strategies that promote student engagement, comprehension, and problem-solving while maintaining alignment with classroom goals and instructional routines.

Participants will:
- Understand the structure of effective reading and math lessons
- Learn strategies to support students during whole-group, small-group, and independent work
- Practice techniques for reinforcing literacy skills such as decoding, fluency, and comprehension
- Explore math support strategies that promote conceptual understanding and procedural skills
- Strengthen collaboration with classroom teachers to support consistent instruction

***ISSC Parking - Please use the back parking lot behind our building first. When at full capacity we may use the side and front lots. Please do not park in the spots directly against the backside of the building as these belong to the businesses. Thank you!***

22. Science of Reading for Administrators: The First Steps

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: Administrators

Dates: 3/19/2026

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.

23. Regional school counselors, social workers and school psychologist meeting

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Dates: 3/20/2026

Join fellow School Counselors, School Social Workers, and School Psychologists from across the region for a full day of professional learning focused on collaboration, resources, and best practices. The day will feature a guest speaker and NYSED updates. Participants will also engage in department-specific breakout sessions to collaborate with peers on key topics. This session offers a valuable opportunity to stay informed, share ideas, and strengthen our collective efforts to support student success.

24. Creating the IEP

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: General and special education teachers, psychologists, related services, and chairpersons. Administrators who
may be in a dual administrative role such as chairpersons or directors of special education

Dates: 3/20/2026

Participants will develop their understanding of the components of a quality IEP designed to
provide students with disabilities access to the general education curriculum.

25. Connecting and Collaborating for Social Studies Teachers (7-12)

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Dates: 3/23/2026

Please come together with your colleagues from around the region to connect and collaborate! Specific topics and learning sessions will be developed by participant input as the date for the workshop is closer.

For a successful day together, please note the following:

- The workshop will begin at 8:30 am and end promptly at 2:30 pm.
- Coffee, Tea, Water, and Light Snacks will be provided.
- Please bring a laptop to utilize during our work sessions.
- A one hour lunch is scheduled. Going out? The group can assist with recommendations! Want to brown bag it? We have a fridge and microwave available!
- An agenda, parking instructions, and inclement weather policies will be sent to registered participants before the workshop.

If you have any difficulties registering, please contact Audra DeSilva, Administrative Assistant to ISS, adesilva@oncboces.org.

26. IEP Writing Workshop at ONC BOCES- OAOC

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: Special Education teachers and Related Service Providers

Dates: 3/23/2026

Disclaimer: Participants must attend Creating the IEP training before they will have access to this IEP Writing Day. If you attended Creating the IEP in the 2023-2024 school year, you are able to attend.

Participants will:
Learn how to write quality IEPs with review around Present Levels of Performance, Goal Writing, and Accommodationations/Modifications
Have collaboration time to work with other educators throughout the region and ask questions of the trainer

Participants should bring draft copies (or electronic access to a draft) of IEPs to work throughout the day.

27. Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics: Research-Based Practices for Increasing Student Engagement and Learning

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 3/25/2026

Join us for a full-day session exploring Peter Liljedahl's Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics. This session will immerse participants in the BTC methodology while also unpacking the research-based practices that will help shift classrooms from passive learning spaces to active thinking environments. Through both doing mathematics, and examining the pedagogical practices behind them, participants will discover how simple changes can dramatically increase the number of students thinking, as well as the amount of time they spend thinking.

Participants will be able to:

1. Explain the research foundation behind each of the 14 BTC teaching practices and how traditional classroom practices work against student thinking.

2. Analyze the interconnections among the 14 teaching practices and understand why implementation sequence matters for successfully building a thinking classroom culture.

3. Develop a plan for implementing the first three macro-moves of Building Thinking Classrooms with understanding of the research supporting each practice.

**Written in collaboration with Artificial Intelligence**

28. Creating the IEP

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: General and special education teachers, psychologists, related services, and chairpersons. Administrators who
may be in a dual administrative role such as chairpersons or directors of special education

Dates: 3/26/2026

Participants will develop their understanding of the components of a quality IEP designed to
provide students with disabilities access to the general education curriculum.

29. AI After School-Productivity with SchoolAI

Program: Model Schools

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 3/26/2026

This four-session professional development series introduces educators to practical AI tools designed to enhance productivity and streamline educational tasks. Offered monthly on the last Thursday from 3-4 PM via Zoom, participants will explore foundational AI prompting techniques and learn to leverage specific platforms including Magic School, NotebookLM, and Google Gems to create resources, transform content, and automate routine tasks.

Participants will gain hands-on experience with SchoolAI's features to efficiently generate educational resources, reducing time spent on lesson planning and content creation.

30. Diverse Books Club: Amina's Voice

Program: School Library System

Audience: School Librarians and High School Teachers and Administrators

Dates: 3/26/2026

Participants in our DEI Book Series will read Amina's Voice by Hena Khan. We will meet via Zoom on March 26, 2026 to discuss themes and resources for teaching in a classroom. A Zoom link will be sent to participants the day prior to meeting. This title is a Middle/High School read. We can loan you a copy of the book, or you can borrow an ebook, just let us know!

31. Model Schools Regional Meeting

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Audience: Teachers, Model Schools Representatives

Dates: 3/27/2026

Quarterly meeting to discuss statewide and regional technology updates and learn about emerging technology trends. Agenda to be determined based on time of year and participant need.

***ISSC Parking - Please use the back parking lot behind our building first. When at full capacity we may use the side and front lots. Please do not park in the spots directly against the backside of the building as these belong to the businesses. Thank you!***

32. April Principals Academy

Program: Principals' Academy

Audience: ONC BOCES component district Principals

Dates: 4/1/2026

The 2025-2026 Principals' Academy will provide building leaders across the region with monthly opportunities for professional learning, collaboration, and updates. This year's sessions will focus on:

*Book Study: The Next Conversation by Jefferson Fisher or Leaders Eat Last by Simon Sinek.

*Instructional Leadership: Exploring the Leadership Compass as our guiding theme for the year.

*Data-Driven Decision Making: Strengthening school improvement through effective use of data.

*School Culture: Creating and maintaining a welcoming and affirming environment for all students and staff.

*Curriculum and instruction: supporting the New York State Education Department initiatives on Portrait of a Graduate, literacy and numeracy.

*Instructional technology: How to use AI and support appropriate use of this in your school building.

*Special education: Supporting inclusive practices and compliance while meeting the needs of all learners.

*NYSED & BOCES Updates: Key announcements, resources, and a collaborative round table discussions.

We provide a quiet workspace from 8:00 - 8:30 a.m. for those who would like to arrive early and complete book study reading. Light breakfast refreshments, coffee/tea/water, and lunch are provided.

***ISSC Parking - Please use the back parking lot behind our building first. When at full capacity we may use the side and front lots. Please do not park in the spots directly against the backside of the building as these belong to the businesses. Thank you!***

33. Creating the IEP

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: General and special education teachers, psychologists, related services, and chairpersons. Administrators who
may be in a dual administrative role such as chairpersons or directors of special education

Dates: 4/15/2026

Participants will develop their understanding of the components of a quality IEP designed to
provide students with disabilities access to the general education curriculum.

34. Canva for the Classroom (hopefully with the new April features!)

Program: School Library System

Audience: School Librarians in the ONC BOCES region

Dates: 4/16/2026

Enhance your design skills and create captivating educational materials with Canva. In this hands-on session, learn how to create posters, and interactive content for your library and classrooms as well as play with all of the AI features now in Canva. Whether you're designing engaging reading resources or promoting library events, this workshop will equip you with the skills you need to elevate your creativity. We will also look at Podcasting and Presentation options using Canva.

35. IEP Writing Workshop at ONC BOCES- NCOC

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: Special Education teachers and Related Service Providers

Dates: 4/20/2026

Disclaimer: Participants must attend Creating the IEP training before they will have access to this IEP Writing Day. If you attended Creating the IEP in the 2024-2025 school year, you are able to attend. Participants will:
Learn how to write quality IEPs with review around Present Levels of Performance, Goal Writing, and Accommodationations/Modifications
Have collaboration time to work with other educators throughout the region and ask questions of the trainer

Participants should bring draft copies (or electronic access to a draft) of IEPs to work throughout the day.

36. Your Literacy Curriculum: Evaluating Alignment with the Science of Reading

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: Administrators, Literacy Specialists; Special Education Teachers; General Education Teachers; School Psychologists

Dates: 4/21/2026

The Reviewing Your Literacy Curriculum: Evaluating Alignment with the Science of Reading training was developed to provide participants with essential information necessary for preparing for and conducting a review of their district's current literacy curriculum. A school's core literacy curriculum serves as a critical foundation for all levels of reading instruction including for those students receiving supplemental support, intervention, or special education services. It is equally important for literacy curriculum to reflect the evidence-based content and instructional methods found in reading science as well as be free of practices that scientific research has shown to be ineffective or detrimental to learning. Participants will examine the purpose of regularly evaluating their literacy curriculum, review the key elements of the Science of Reading, and learn how to develop a curriculum review team. The training will also teach participants how to use the Reading League's Curriculum Evaluation Guidelines and Reviewer Workbook to evaluate their current curriculum for instructional gaps that should be corrected to provide students with highly effective and evidence-based literacy instruction. Finally, the training will address how participants can plan to address instructional gaps through implementing necessary initiatives and practices.

37. Building Your Co-Teaching Team

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: Special education teachers; general education teachers; administrators

Dates: 4/23/2026

In this workshop we will focus on the three key components of an effective co-teaching partnership which are co-respect, co-responsibility and co-planning. Building and maintaining a strong partnership is essential for optimizing the benefits of co-teaching for student learning. The blended expertise of the team provides teachers with a unique opportunity to reach many more students academically, emotionally and behaviorally. It is critical to understand the importance of both building a strong partnership as well as maintaining the strong partnership through ongoing reflective practices

38. IEP Writing Workshop @ ONC BOCES ISSC in Oneonta

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: Special Education teachers and Related Service Providers

Dates: 4/29/2026

Disclaimer: Participants must attend Creating the IEP training before they will have access to this IEP Writing Day. If you attended Creating the IEP in the 2025-2025 school year, you are able to attend.

Participants will:
Learn how to write quality IEPs with review around Present Levels of Performance, Goal Writing, and Accommodationations/Modifications
Have collaboration time to work with other educators throughout the region and ask questions of the trainer

Participants should bring draft copies (or electronic access to a draft) of IEPs to work throughout the day.

39. AI After School-NotebookLM

Program: Model Schools

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 4/30/2026

This four-session professional development series introduces educators to practical AI tools designed to enhance productivity and streamline educational tasks. Offered monthly on the last Thursday from 3-4 PM via Zoom, participants will explore foundational AI prompting techniques and learn to leverage specific platforms including Magic School, NotebookLM, and Google Gems to create resources, transform content, and automate routine tasks.

This session demonstrates how to leverage NotebookLM's capabilities to transform existing documents into alternative formats such as podcasts and videos, expanding content accessibility and engagement options.

40. IEP Writing Workshop

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: Special Education teachers and Related Service Providers

Dates: 5/6/2026

Disclaimer: Participants must attend Creating the IEP training before they will have access to this IEP Writing Day. If you attended Creating the IEP in the 2023-2024 school year, you are able to attend.

Participants will:
Learn how to write quality IEPs with review around Present Levels of Performance, Goal Writing, and Accommodationations/Modifications
Have collaboration time to work with other educators throughout the region and ask questions of the trainer

Participants should bring draft copies (or electronic access to a draft) of IEPs to work throughout the day.

41. Co-Teaching, Module 3: Planning for Instruction

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: Special education teachers; general education teachers; administrators

Dates: 5/7/2026

In educational research, co-teaching is referred to as the instructional methodology or structure that two teachers use. Co-planning is critical to the success of this teaching structure. The purpose of this training is to provide foundational knowledge for the effectiveness of purposeful co-planning. In addition, participants will gain knowledge about options for co-planning and apply the information to co-plan a lesson for current or future use. Co-teaching can be applied in any situation when two teachers provide instruction together. It is highly recommended that co-teaching teams attend together, although the information provided will benefit individual teacher practice as well.

42. Function Based Thinking: Applying a Proactive Process to Support Student Behavior in the Classroom

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: Administrators, CSE chairpersons, P-12 Special Education Teachers, Counselors, Social Workers, Regular Education Teachers, School Psychologists, and any members of district staff who might be included on a team for MTSS behavior support.

Dates: 5/12/2026

This training package offers an overview of challenging behaviors, the behavior pathway, and the function-based thinking process. Function-based thinking is a Tier 1 support that can be used for all students, which requires teachers to informally gather data on student behavior, analyze the behavioral data and use the behavior pathway to determine the function of the behavior, and to match interventions to the function of the student behavior. Function-Based thinking can support school staff in determining appropriate intervention measures that will help eliminate unwanted behaviors, which may lead to fewer suspensions and be associated with an increase in academic engagement and performance.

Participants will be able to:
describe challenging behaviors
understand the behavior pathway and use it to determine the function of behaviors
understand the function-based thinking process to prevent or extinguish unwanted behaviors by selecting intervention measures that meet the function of the behavior.

43. Annual School Librarians and Administrators Symposium and Principal's Academy

Program: School Library System

Audience: School Librarians & Administrators

Dates: 5/20/2026

School librarians and administrators will be learning and growing together while celebrating school libraries. Join us for a wonderful keynote speaker, John Schu, as he focuses on the love of libraries. We'll a full day of celebrating all things school library. The day will include breakout sessions for Principals's Academy and for librarians, and we'll join together for a celebratory lunch.

44. IEP Writing Workshop @ ONC BOCES ISSC in Oneonta

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: Special Education teachers and Related Service Providers

Dates: 5/22/2026

Disclaimer: Participants must attend Creating the IEP training before they will have access to this IEP Writing Day. If you attended Creating the IEP in the 2025-2025 school year, you are able to attend.

Participants will:
Learn how to write quality IEPs with review around Present Levels of Performance, Goal Writing, and Accommodationations/Modifications
Have collaboration time to work with other educators throughout the region and ask questions of the trainer

Participants should bring draft copies (or electronic access to a draft) of IEPs to work throughout the day.

45. Foundations of Effective Reading Instruction: Understanding the Science of Reading

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: Literacy Specialists; Special Education Teachers; General Education Teachers; School Psychologists; Principals

Dates: 5/28/2026

Participants will be able to:
-describe the current status of reading achievement of students in the United States and New York State;
-describe the gap between what is known about effective reading instruction and the implementation of effective reading instruction;
-identify theories of reading that are supported by research; and
list the skills that are essential for proficient reading and how to best teach those skills

46. Diploma and Credential Options for Students with Disabilities

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: General and Special Education Administrators, Special Education Teachers, School Counselors, School Psychologists and other Related Service Providers.

Dates: 5/28/2026

This training is designed to ensure that students with disabilities and their families are aware of the multiple pathways to graduate school with a diploma and exiting credentials.
1. Define Self-Determination
2. Discuss credit requirements for graduation
3. Discuss the multiple pathways to Regents diploma
4. Discuss appeal eligibility criteria
5. Discuss safety nets for students with disabilities
6. Discuss exiting credentials

47. Diploma and Credential Options for Students with Disabilities

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: General and Special Education Administrators, Special Education Teachers, School Counselors, School Psychologists and other Related Service Providers.

Dates: 5/28/2026

This training is designed to ensure that students with disabilities and their families are aware of the multiple pathways to graduate school with a diploma and exiting credentials.
1. Define Self-Determination
2. Discuss credit requirements for graduation
3. Discuss the multiple pathways to Regents diploma
4. Discuss appeal eligibility criteria
5. Discuss safety nets for students with disabilities
6. Discuss exiting credentials

48. AI After School-Google Gems

Program: Model Schools

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 5/28/2026

"This four-session professional development series introduces educators to practical AI tools designed to enhance productivity and streamline educational tasks. Offered monthly on the last Thursday from 3-4 PM via Zoom, participants will explore foundational AI prompting techniques and learn to leverage specific platforms including Magic School, NotebookLM, and Google Gems to create resources, transform content, and automate routine tasks.

Educators will learn to create and deploy custom Google Gems-personalized AI assistants designed to automate repetitive tasks and accelerate workflow completion across various educational responsibilities.

49. Model Schools Regional Meeting

Program: Instructional Support/School Improvement

Audience: Teachers, Model Schools Representatives

Dates: 5/29/2026

Quarterly meeting to discuss statewide and regional technology updates and learn about emerging technology trends. Agenda to be determined based on time of year and participant need.

***ISSC Parking - Please use the back parking lot behind our building first. When at full capacity we may use the side and front lots. Please do not park in the spots directly against the backside of the building as these belong to the businesses. Thank you!***

50. June Principals Academy

Program: Principals' Academy

Audience: ONC BOCES component district Principals

Dates: 6/3/2026

The 2025-2026 Principals' Academy will provide building leaders across the region with monthly opportunities for professional learning, collaboration, and updates. This year's sessions will focus on:

*Book Study: The Next Conversation by Jefferson Fisher or Leaders Eat Last by Simon Sinek.

*Instructional Leadership: Exploring the Leadership Compass as our guiding theme for the year.

*Data-Driven Decision Making: Strengthening school improvement through effective use of data.

*School Culture: Creating and maintaining a welcoming and affirming environment for all students and staff.

*Curriculum and instruction: supporting the New York State Education Department initiatives on Portrait of a Graduate, literacy and numeracy.

*Instructional technology: How to use AI and support appropriate use of this in your school building.

*Special education: Supporting inclusive practices and compliance while meeting the needs of all learners.

*NYSED & BOCES Updates: Key announcements, resources, and a collaborative round table discussions.

We provide a quiet workspace from 8:00 - 8:30 a.m. for those who would like to arrive early and complete book study reading. Light breakfast refreshments, coffee/tea/water, and lunch are provided.

***ISSC Parking - Please use the back parking lot behind our building first. When at full capacity we may use the side and front lots. Please do not park in the spots directly against the backside of the building as these belong to the businesses. Thank you!***

51. Creating the IEP

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: General and special education teachers, psychologists, related services, and chairpersons. Administrators who
may be in a dual administrative role such as chairpersons or directors of special education

Dates: 6/17/2026

Participants will develop their understanding of the components of a quality IEP designed to
provide students with disabilities access to the general education curriculum.

52. Universal Screening: Best Practices in Screening for Academic Deficits (Asynchronous training from June 1st to June 26th)

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: Administrators, Literacy Specialists, School Psychologists, General Education Teachers, Special Education Teachers, any others interested in implementing universal screening

Dates: 6/26/2026

Self Paced

The purpose of this training is to provide participants with an overview of what universal screening is and how to
adopt this practice in their schools. At the conclusion of this training, participants should be able to:
1. Define universal screening
2. Describe the purpose of universal screening
3. Describe the features of a high-quality universal screening measure
4. Identify tools to guide them in selecting a universal screening measure
5. Describe ways in which data from a universal screening measure can be used

Credit will be given based on activities completed.

***Please ignore the date and time of this training. This is a self-paced asynchronous training open from June 1st to June 26th***

53. Specially Designed Instruction for Administrators (Asynchronous from June 1st- June 30th)

Program: Regional Partnership Center

Audience: Administrators

Dates: 6/30/2026

Self Pace

The Specially Designed Instruction for Administrators professional development training package is the fifth in a suite of training on the development and use of specially designed instruction (SDI) for students with disabilities. This training is intended to further develop administrator's knowledge of SDI and how SDI should be designed and developed based on individual student need to address their learning barriers. Administrators will be able to define SDI, recognize how to differentiate SDI from general education, identify what SDI looks like in the classroom setting, and gain necessary skills for supervision of implementation of SDI. This package is primarily designed to be delivered as a 2-3 hour in-person training; however, the training is structured to allow for online delivery based upon EO scheduling requirements.

***Please ignore the date and time of this course. This is a self-paced course that will start June 1st-June 30th***

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