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1. Virtual EOY L2RPT Review for Verifying Your Data

Program: Data and Management Services: State Reporting

Dates: 7/21/2026

Location: Zoom

Dr. Roberta Kupietz and I will review some of the more important L2RPT reports that districts must verify. We will touch upon reports that include Annual Outcomes, Total Cohort Reports, Attendance Reports, and Staff Reports to name a few. This meeting will be virtual via Teams. Registrants will receive a link the morning of the meeting. This workshop is for DDC's, CIO's and others responsible for verifying their data.

2. Creating A Framework To Promote Student Attention- LILIE (IN-SERVICE)

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 8/1/2026 to 8/28/2026

Location: Virtual

Course # EDDU 9078 Instructor: Valerie Fiano GRAD THROUGH UMASS GLOBAL OR IN-SERVICE What does it mean to "pay attention”? Creating a framework to promote student attention requires a multifaceted approach that considers the cognitive, emotional, and environmental factors that affect learning. This can involve incorporating strategies that engage their interest, support focus, and sustain motivation. Environmental factors may include minimizing distractions, seating and lighting options that are conducive to focus, and using technology wisely as to not overwhelm students with too much stimuli. Additional strategies include having interactive activities and hands on activities, and chunking information to make content manageable to maintain focus. Another important factor to gain attention is making content connect to real life situations, solicit student input and feedback, and use judgement to build curiosity. Cognitive and emotional support of attention and focus include mindfulness practices, encouraging breaks, and building meaningful relationships that create a brave learning environment where students feel valued and heard. Participants will explore and learn a multitude of ways to implement these strategies both instructionally and through cognitive and emotional development practices. Additionally, we will learn to reflect and assess our own attention and how we can assess personal and student attention in order to increase overall student success and motivation to build curiosity and learn.

3. Data Wise Course - August - Session 1

Program: Data and Management Services: Instructional Data Warehouse

Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LS2

Dates: 8/25/2026

Location: LS2

This professional development course, led by a team of Nassau BOCES trainers, will engage school-based teams of three or four educators in learning the Data Wise approach to instructional data use. Through this experience, participants will gain hands-on experience in working with their data team to cultivate the "habits of mind" that can improve the effectiveness of teams and foster a supportive culture of continuous improvement.

4. [ENL] Best Literacy Practices

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL PLUS Program

Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 15, 2027)

Participants will analyze modules to determine the best literacy practices that support diverse English Language Learners (ELLs). Looking at and analyzing module samples will teach them how to identify specific best practices in action, and what makes them best as a strategy and an action, providing the foundations for differentiation and close reading strategies. The modules will also focus on best practices for academic vocabulary. Participants will identify best practices pertinent to the grade and discipline they teach and work them into assignments and discussions.

Course Objectives:
- Identify and analyze best practices for literacy, including academic vocabulary, that support the diverse language needs of ELLs.
- Apply new literacy practices by working them into unit and lesson plans.
- Discuss best practice strategies in discussion forums.
- Align best practices with pertinent lesson components and identified learning standards as they apply to ELLs.

IMPORTANT:
**All participants must register in Frontline AND in the Buzz Learning Management System (LMS).**
Please contact your district or building administrator to get the unique Buzz URL (link) and access code for your building and the course code for this course.

Here are the three steps to complete the ENL PLUS course:
1. Enroll in the course here on Frontline (MLP).
2. Access and complete the course in the Buzz LMS by June 15, 2027.
3. Receive the CTLE certificate through Frontline (MLP). For more details on this step, visit https://www.nassauboces.org/enlplus.

For Buzz LMS technical support, please contact jsanfilippo@nasboces.org.

5. [ENL] Building Reading Comprehension (Grades P-3)

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL PLUS Program

Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 15, 2027)

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

Course Objectives:
- Identify the skills needed to effectively teach reading comprehension to ELLs in primary grades.
- Analyze applicable strategies and methods for teaching reading comprehension.
- Plan and implement strategies that build student capacity through teacher modeling and guided practice.

IMPORTANT:
**All participants must register in Frontline AND in the Buzz Learning Management System (LMS).**
Please contact your district or building administrator to get the unique Buzz URL (link) and access code for your building and the course code for this course.

Here are the three steps to complete the ENL PLUS course:
1. Enroll in the course here on Frontline (MLP).
2. Access and complete the course in the Buzz LMS by June 15, 2027.
3. Receive the CTLE certificate through Frontline (MLP). For more details on this step, visit https://www.nassauboces.org/enlplus.

For Buzz LMS technical support, please contact jsanfilippo@nasboces.org.

6. [ENL] Close Reading Strategies (Grades 3-8)

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL PLUS Program

Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 15, 2027)

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

Course Objectives:
- Interpret what it means to "close read” with strategies for ELLs.
- Apply new insights to the close reading requirements of the Next Generation Learning Standards.
- Adapt new strategies into lessons that teach close reading to ELLs.

IMPORTANT:
**All participants must register in Frontline AND in the Buzz Learning Management System (LMS).**
Please contact your district or building administrator to get the unique Buzz URL (link) and access code for your building and the course code for this course.

Here are the three steps to complete the ENL PLUS course:
1. Enroll in the course here on Frontline (MLP).
2. Access and complete the course in the Buzz LMS by June 15, 2027.
3. Receive the CTLE certificate through Frontline (MLP). For more details on this step, visit https://www.nassauboces.org/enlplus.

For Buzz LMS technical support, please contact jsanfilippo@nasboces.org.

7. [ENL] Creating Inclusive Environments for ELLs AI-Powered Options

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL PLUS Program

Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 15, 2027)

Participate in this virtual asynchronous course to explore strategies for creating inclusive environments for English Language Learners (ELLs) and promoting their full participation alongside classmates in all K-12 educational settings. Experience varied activities including videos, readings, audio recordings, interactive applications, and enhanced AI-powered activities for a personalized, engaging learning experience!

Course Outcomes:
- Investigate and apply strategies to create welcoming and inclusive classrooms for ELLs.
- Implement instructional supports and differentiation techniques to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Identify and use classroom practices that encourage participation, confidence, and language growth for ELLs.

IMPORTANT:
**All participants must register in Frontline AND in the Buzz Learning Management System (LMS).**
Please contact your district or building administrator to get the unique Buzz URL (link) and access code for your building and the course code for this course.

Here are the three steps to complete the ENL PLUS course:
1. Enroll in the course here on Frontline (MLP).
2. Access and complete the course in the Buzz LMS by June 15, 2027.
3. Receive the CTLE certificate through Frontline (MLP). For more details on this step, visit https://www.nassauboces.org/enlplus.

For Buzz LMS technical support, please contact jsanfilippo@nasboces.org.

8. [ENL] Data-Driven Decision Making

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL PLUS Program

Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 15, 2027)

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

Course Objectives:
- Identify what it means to be "data-driven” with a focus on ELLs.
- Analyze multiple data sets to plan instructional strategies that include formative and summative assessments of ELLs.
- Use data to plan instruction for ELLs.
- Analyze effective classroom data practices.

IMPORTANT:
**All participants must register in Frontline AND in the Buzz Learning Management System (LMS).**
Please contact your district or building administrator to get the unique Buzz URL (link) and access code for your building and the course code for this course.

Here are the three steps to complete the ENL PLUS course:
1. Enroll in the course here on Frontline (MLP).
2. Access and complete the course in the Buzz LMS by June 15, 2027.
3. Receive the CTLE certificate through Frontline (MLP). For more details on this step, visit https://www.nassauboces.org/enlplus.

For Buzz LMS technical support, please contact jsanfilippo@nasboces.org.

9. [ENL] Differentiating in Bilingual Classrooms (Grades 6-8)

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL PLUS Program

Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 15, 2027)

Teaching and differentiating in bilingual classrooms require careful and flexible planning and creativity. Participants will invent and reinvent lessons using effective methods for differentiation, with a focus on English Language Learner (ELL) growth in Grades 6-8. Learning profiles, interest survey cognitive-friendly learning environments, tiered questioning and student "hooks" for rigorous learning application are some of the takeaways of this course.

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

IMPORTANT:
**All participants must register in Frontline AND in the Buzz Learning Management System (LMS).**
Please contact your district or building administrator to get the unique Buzz URL (link) and access code for your building and the course code for this course.

Here are the three steps to complete the ENL PLUS course:
1. Enroll in the course here on Frontline (MLP).
2. Access and complete the course in the Buzz LMS by June 15, 2027.
3. Receive the CTLE certificate through Frontline (MLP). For more details on this step, visit https://www.nassauboces.org/enlplus.

For Buzz LMS technical support, please contact jsanfilippo@nasboces.org.

10. [ENL] Differentiating in Bilingual Classrooms (Grades K-5)

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL PLUS Program

Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 15, 2027)

Teaching and differentiating in bilingual classrooms require careful and flexible planning and creativity. Participants will invent and reinvent lessons using effective methods for differentiation, with a focus on English Language Learners' (ELLs') growth in Grades K-5. Learning profiles, interest surveys, cognitive-friendly learning environments, tiered questioning, and student "hooks" for rigorous learning applications are some of the takeaways of this course.

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

IMPORTANT:
**All participants must register in Frontline AND in the Buzz Learning Management System (LMS).**
Please contact your district or building administrator to get the unique Buzz URL (link) and access code for your building and the course code for this course.

Here are the three steps to complete the ENL PLUS course:
1. Enroll in the course here on Frontline (MLP).
2. Access and complete the course in the Buzz LMS by June 15, 2027.
3. Receive the CTLE certificate through Frontline (MLP). For more details on this step, visit https://www.nassauboces.org/enlplus.

For Buzz LMS technical support, please contact jsanfilippo@nasboces.org.

11. [ENL] Differentiating with Literature Circles (Grades K-8)

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL PLUS Program

Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 15, 2027)

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

Course Objectives:
- Identify and develop the tools needed to effectively differentiate instruction for ELLs within the Literature Circle framework.
- Apply field-tested tools to successfully conduct literature circles that differentiate for ELLs.

IMPORTANT:
**All participants must register in Frontline AND in the Buzz Learning Management System (LMS).**
Please contact your district or building administrator to get the unique Buzz URL (link) and access code for your building and the course code for this course.

Here are the three steps to complete the ENL PLUS course:
1. Enroll in the course here on Frontline (MLP).
2. Access and complete the course in the Buzz LMS by June 15, 2027.
3. Receive the CTLE certificate through Frontline (MLP). For more details on this step, visit https://www.nassauboces.org/enlplus.

For Buzz LMS technical support, please contact jsanfilippo@nasboces.org.

12. [ENL] Formative Assessment Practices (Grades K-5)

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL PLUS Program

Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 15, 2027)

Assessment of learning or for learning? Balanced, summative interim and formative assessments will be evaluated for Next Generation Learning Standards (NGLS) application in this course. Participants will understand how to effectively monitor English Language Learners' (ELLs') learning, structure requisite assessment criteria, and teach to support a rapid turnaround of results.

Course Objectives:
- Identify new assessment resources that enhance teaching and learning.
- Match grade-level assessment criteria to standards-aligned curriculum and instruction.
- Monitor student learning to move up individual student performance, focusing primarily on ELLs.

IMPORTANT:
**All participants must register in Frontline AND in the Buzz Learning Management System (LMS).**
Please contact your district or building administrator to get the unique Buzz URL (link) and access code for your building and the course code for this course.

Here are the three steps to complete the ENL PLUS course:
1. Enroll in the course here on Frontline (MLP).
2. Access and complete the course in the Buzz LMS by June 15, 2027.
3. Receive the CTLE certificate through Frontline (MLP). For more details on this step, visit https://www.nassauboces.org/enlplus.

For Buzz LMS technical support, please contact jsanfilippo@nasboces.org.

13. [ENL] Inclusive Classrooms (Grades K-12)

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL PLUS Program

Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 15, 2027)

Careful thought and planning can garner the best classroom management practices for inclusive classrooms. Participants in this course will learn how to create balanced classrooms and evaluate their utility in various settings and scenarios to include co-teaching and collaboration. The use of appropriate supports for English Language Learners (ELLs) will be practiced through various teaching approaches. Participants will glean useful learning strategies as they align with teaching of core content for inclusive settings.

Course Objectives:
- Plan and apply research-based strategies to classroom management practices in inclusive classroom settings.
- Identify the features of balanced classrooms and plan similarly using various teaching methods and models.
- Align management strategy with content goals based on industry best practices for inclusive K-5 settings focused on ELLs' growth.

IMPORTANT:
**All participants must register in Frontline AND in the Buzz Learning Management System (LMS).**
Please contact your district or building administrator to get the unique Buzz URL (link) and access code for your building and the course code for this course.

Here are the three steps to complete the ENL PLUS course:
1. Enroll in the course here on Frontline (MLP).
2. Access and complete the course in the Buzz LMS by June 15, 2027.
3. Receive the CTLE certificate through Frontline (MLP). For more details on this step, visit https://www.nassauboces.org/enlplus.

For Buzz LMS technical support, please contact jsanfilippo@nasboces.org.

14. [ENL] Literacy Strategies for Tier II and III Learners (Grades 3-12)

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL PLUS Program

Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 15, 2027)

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

Course Objectives:
- Apply literacy strategies across all content areas to leverage with ENL academic success.
- Identify and apply multiple strategies that aid in the successful literacy effort of struggling learners and ELLs.
- Apply collaboration among multiple disciplines and plan to accommodate the needs of diverse learners.

IMPORTANT:
**All participants must register in Frontline AND in the Buzz Learning Management System (LMS).**
Please contact your district or building administrator to get the unique Buzz URL (link) and access code for your building and the course code for this course.

Here are the three steps to complete the ENL PLUS course:
1. Enroll in the course here on Frontline (MLP).
2. Access and complete the course in the Buzz LMS by June 15, 2027.
3. Receive the CTLE certificate through Frontline (MLP). For more details on this step, visit https://www.nassauboces.org/enlplus.

For Buzz LMS technical support, please contact jsanfilippo@nasboces.org.

15. [ENL] Planning with Differentiation in Mind

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL PLUS Program

Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 15, 2027)

Planning with purpose leads to effective instruction. This course takes learners through a variety of planning processes that align closely to pre-established learning goals, objectives, state and national standards. In addition, working knowledge of current and best instructional planning design specific to English Language Learners (ELLs), along with the preparation that goes behind it, will highlight reflection and development. Participants will work new ideas into planning with specific purposes in mind.

Course Objectives:
- Develop understanding and knowledge of ELLs' needs.
- Plan instructional outcomes that move ELLs toward specific academic goals.
- Access appropriate planning resources.
- Develop utility with resources that aid in the planning of cohesive instruction with differentiation in mind for ELLs.

IMPORTANT:
**All participants must register in Frontline AND in the Buzz Learning Management System (LMS).**
Please contact your district or building administrator to get the unique Buzz URL (link) and access code for your building and the course code for this course.

Here are the three steps to complete the ENL PLUS course:
1. Enroll in the course here on Frontline (MLP).
2. Access and complete the course in the Buzz LMS by June 15, 2027.
3. Receive the CTLE certificate through Frontline (MLP). For more details on this step, visit https://www.nassauboces.org/enlplus.

For Buzz LMS technical support, please contact jsanfilippo@nasboces.org.

16. [ENL] Research-Based Literacy Strategies

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL PLUS Program

Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 15, 2027)

Participants will be introduced to sound and scientific research as it promotes literacy across all content areas to help English Language Learners (ELLs) build foundational skills across reading, writing, speaking and listening. They'll learn the scaffolds behind them that aid students in the important transition process across all content areas. Participants completing this course will take away implementation tools that include graphic organizers, semantic maps, thinking aids, checklists, rubrics and more.

Course Objectives:
- Participants will apply scientific theory into classroom literacy strategy across specific content areas for ELLs.
- Participants will understand how to scaffold student progress.
- Import research-based literacy strategy into lessons for rigorous application and implementation.

IMPORTANT:
**All participants must register in Frontline AND in the Buzz Learning Management System (LMS).**
Please contact your district or building administrator to get the unique Buzz URL (link) and access code for your building and the course code for this course.

Here are the three steps to complete the ENL PLUS course:
1. Enroll in the course here on Frontline (MLP).
2. Access and complete the course in the Buzz LMS by June 15, 2027.
3. Receive the CTLE certificate through Frontline (MLP). For more details on this step, visit https://www.nassauboces.org/enlplus.

For Buzz LMS technical support, please contact jsanfilippo@nasboces.org.

17. [ENL] Standards-Based Writing Strategies (Grades 6-12)

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL PLUS Program

Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 15, 2027)

With a focus on expository writing geared for English Language Learners (ELLs), participants will examine the Next Generation Learning Standards (NGLS) writing and language standards for their application to content-specific writing genre within ENL instruction. In doing so, participants will level strategy and expectation with assignments as they align with state and national standards. Participants will learn to strategically scaffold in order to close grade-level achievement gaps while meeting the expectations for ELLs within the NGLS.

Course Outcomes:
- Integrate NGLS expectations as they apply to expository writing and ELLs.
- Apply new strategies to teaching ELLs while facilitating the writing process.
- Plan and scaffold differentiated writing tasks specific for ELLs.

IMPORTANT:
**All participants must register in Frontline AND in the Buzz Learning Management System (LMS).**
Please contact your district or building administrator to get the unique Buzz URL (link) and access code for your building and the course code for this course.

Here are the three steps to complete the ENL PLUS course:
1. Enroll in the course here on Frontline (MLP).
2. Access and complete the course in the Buzz LMS by June 15, 2027.
3. Receive the CTLE certificate through Frontline (MLP). For more details on this step, visit https://www.nassauboces.org/enlplus.

For Buzz LMS technical support, please contact jsanfilippo@nasboces.org.

18. [ENL] Standards-Based Writing Strategies (Grades K-5)

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL PLUS Program

Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 15, 2027)

This course will take participants into deep realms of the developmental writing process. Participants will examine reading selection, questioning strategy, and resources for effective scaffolding and differentiation to meet the needs of English Language Learners (ELLs). Participants will learn about and become familiar with resources that support the different stages of writing development and how to analyze, evaluate, and plan for student needs.

Course Outcomes:
- Integrate Next Generation Learning Standards (NGLS) expectations as they apply to expository writing and ELLs.
- Apply new strategies for teaching ELLs while facilitating the writing process.
- Plan and scaffold differentiated writing tasks for ELLs.

IMPORTANT:
**All participants must register in Frontline AND in the Buzz Learning Management System (LMS).**
Please contact your district or building administrator to get the unique Buzz URL (link) and access code for your building and the course code for this course.

Here are the three steps to complete the ENL PLUS course:
1. Enroll in the course here on Frontline (MLP).
2. Access and complete the course in the Buzz LMS by June 15, 2027.
3. Receive the CTLE certificate through Frontline (MLP). For more details on this step, visit https://www.nassauboces.org/enlplus.

For Buzz LMS technical support, please contact jsanfilippo@nasboces.org.

19. [ENL] Teaching to Diversity (Grades 3-12)

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL PLUS Program

Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 15, 2027)

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

Course Objectives:
- Identify strategies that lead to effective and diverse learning environments in multicultural classrooms.
- Plan flexibly using tools, resources, and new strategy to address the needs of English Language Learners (ELLs).
- Interpret and demonstrate understanding of the relevance of a properly structured cultural environment in meeting the diverse linguistic needs of students.

IMPORTANT:
**All participants must register in Frontline AND in the Buzz Learning Management System (LMS).**
Please contact your district or building administrator to get the unique Buzz URL (link) and access code for your building and the course code for this course.

Here are the three steps to complete the ENL PLUS course:
1. Enroll in the course here on Frontline (MLP).
2. Access and complete the course in the Buzz LMS by June 15, 2027.
3. Receive the CTLE certificate through Frontline (MLP). For more details on this step, visit https://www.nassauboces.org/enlplus.

For Buzz LMS technical support, please contact jsanfilippo@nasboces.org.

20. [ENL] Teaching to Text Complexity, Grades 3-9

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL PLUS Program

Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 15, 2027)

Reading strategies will focus on skill and readability as participants are introduced to leveling systems that scaffold. Participants will be introduced to the scaffolding mechanisms needed to appropriately move up text complexity in multiple genres across all subject areas for English Language Learners (ELLs).

Course Objectives:
- Identify scaffolds for text complexity.
- Apply strategic planning for teaching text complexity to ELLs.
- Align student learning objectives to strategies that teach text complexity.

IMPORTANT:
**All participants must register in Frontline AND in the Buzz Learning Management System (LMS).**
Please contact your district or building administrator to get the unique Buzz URL (link) and access code for your building and the course code for this course.

Here are the three steps to complete the ENL PLUS course:
1. Enroll in the course here on Frontline (MLP).
2. Access and complete the course in the Buzz LMS by June 15, 2027.
3. Receive the CTLE certificate through Frontline (MLP). For more details on this step, visit https://www.nassauboces.org/enlplus.

For Buzz LMS technical support, please contact jsanfilippo@nasboces.org.

21. [ENL] The Art of Differentiating Instruction

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL PLUS Program

Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 15, 2027)

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

Course Objectives:
- Create differentiated lessons focused on the language needs of ELLs.
- Design and apply strategies for mixed ability grouping and classroom environment.
- Apply online and print tools for differentiation focused on the needs of ELLs.

IMPORTANT:
**All participants must register in Frontline AND in the Buzz Learning Management System (LMS).**
Please contact your district or building administrator to get the unique Buzz URL (link) and access code for your building and the course code for this course.

Here are the three steps to complete the ENL PLUS course:
1. Enroll in the course here on Frontline (MLP).
2. Access and complete the course in the Buzz LMS by June 15, 2027.
3. Receive the CTLE certificate through Frontline (MLP). For more details on this step, visit https://www.nassauboces.org/enlplus.

For Buzz LMS technical support, please contact jsanfilippo@nasboces.org.

22. [ENL] Tools and Practices for Monitoring Progress

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL PLUS Program

Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 15, 2027)

Through a tiered instructional framework, participants will be introduced to tools and research-based practices of effective progress monitoring at Tiers II and III of the Response to Intervention (RtI) framework with a focus on English Language Learners (ELLs). By evaluating and becoming knowledgeable about high quality, differentiated and scientifically based instructional practices, participants will learn how to scaffold learning strategies carefully and with increased intensity using the tools to meet the needs of ELLs at an assessed level of performance and rate of progress. Increased achievement and closed learning gaps are among the priorities when intervening strategically.

Course Objectives:
- Apply the tools of tiered instructional models to close achievement gaps for Tiers II and III ELLs.
- Design lesson plans with the assessment procedures needed to progress monitor effectively in order to deliver effective and timely interventions for RtI and ELLs.
- Analyze and apply various differentiated instructional techniques to scaffold and progress monitor.

IMPORTANT:
**All participants must register in Frontline AND in the Buzz Learning Management System (LMS).**
Please contact your district or building administrator to get the unique Buzz URL (link) and access code for your building and the course code for this course.

Here are the three steps to complete the ENL PLUS course:
1. Enroll in the course here on Frontline (MLP).
2. Access and complete the course in the Buzz LMS by June 15, 2027.
3. Receive the CTLE certificate through Frontline (MLP). For more details on this step, visit https://www.nassauboces.org/enlplus.

For Buzz LMS technical support, please contact jsanfilippo@nasboces.org.

23. Building Reading Muscle (Grades 6-8)

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL PLUS Program

Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 15, 2027)

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

Course Objectives:
- Identify intervention strategies.
- Apply strategies to differentiate for reading and writing.
- Plan for implementation of vocabulary and questioning strategies that build reading muscle.

IMPORTANT:
**All participants must register in Frontline AND in the Buzz Learning Management System (LMS).**
Please contact your district or building administrator to get the unique Buzz URL (link) and access code for your building and the course code for this course.

Here are the three steps to complete the ENL PLUS course:
1. Enroll in the course here on Frontline (MLP).
2. Access and complete the course in the Buzz LMS by June 15, 2027.
3. Receive the CTLE certificate through Frontline (MLP). For more details on this step, visit https://www.nassauboces.org/enlplus.

For Buzz LMS technical support, please contact jsanfilippo@nasboces.org.

24. Building Reading Muscle (Grades 9-12)

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL PLUS Program

Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 15, 2027)

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

Course Outcomes:
- Identify intervention strategies.
- Apply strategies to differentiate for reading and writing.
- Plan for implementation of vocabulary and questioning strategies that build reading muscle.

IMPORTANT:
**All participants must register in Frontline AND in the Buzz Learning Management System (LMS).**
Please contact your district or building administrator to get the unique Buzz URL (link) and access code for your building and the course code for this course.

Here are the three steps to complete the ENL PLUS course:
1. Enroll in the course here on Frontline (MLP).
2. Access and complete the course in the Buzz LMS by June 15, 2027.
3. Receive the CTLE certificate through Frontline (MLP). For more details on this step, visit https://www.nassauboces.org/enlplus.

For Buzz LMS technical support, please contact jsanfilippo@nasboces.org.

25. Building Reading Muscle (Grades P-5)

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL PLUS Program

Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 15, 2027)

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

Course Objectives:
- Identify intervention strategies.
- Apply strategies to differentiate for reading and writing.
- Plan for implementation of vocabulary and questioning strategies that build reading muscle.

IMPORTANT:
**All participants must register in Frontline AND in the Buzz Learning Management System (LMS).**
Please contact your district or building administrator to get the unique Buzz URL (link) and access code for your building and the course code for this course.

Here are the three steps to complete the ENL PLUS course:
1. Enroll in the course here on Frontline (MLP).
2. Access and complete the course in the Buzz LMS by June 15, 2027.
3. Receive the CTLE certificate through Frontline (MLP). For more details on this step, visit https://www.nassauboces.org/enlplus.

For Buzz LMS technical support, please contact jsanfilippo@nasboces.org.

26. Co-teaching and Professional Collaboration

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL PLUS Program

Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 15, 2027)

Strong co-teaching relationships are the underpinnings for a seamless and manageable instructional environment. Planned and orchestrated instruction, the result of team effort, combined with a sound learning environment leverages students as equal partners in a winning educational pact. This course will prepare teachers to work collaboratively on mutual goals and student learning objectives in a team effort. The benefits of such effort are numerous and include: positive and scholarly collegial exchanges focused on student-centered goals and objectives, planned and orchestrated communication among each other and with students, and analysis and use of data to plan effective instruction.

Course Outcomes:
- Indicate the focus of a professional learning community and how it contributes to effective communication that results in higher understanding of student work.
- Incorporate the practice of focused warm feedback and non-focused warm feedback protocols.
- Select and use collaborative activities appropriate for working teacher teams.

IMPORTANT:
**All participants must register in Frontline AND in the Buzz Learning Management System (LMS).**
Please contact your district or building administrator to get the unique Buzz URL (link) and access code for your building and the course code for this course.

Here are the three steps to complete the ENL PLUS course:
1. Enroll in the course here on Frontline (MLP).
2. Access and complete the course in the Buzz LMS by June 15, 2027.
3. Receive the CTLE certificate through Frontline (MLP). For more details on this step, visit https://www.nassauboces.org/enlplus.

For Buzz LMS technical support, please contact jsanfilippo@nasboces.org.

27. Literacy Strategies for STEM (Grades 6-12)

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL PLUS Program

Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 15, 2027)

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

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

IMPORTANT:
**All participants must register in Frontline AND in the Buzz Learning Management System (LMS).**
Please contact your district or building administrator to get the unique Buzz URL (link) and access code for your building and the course code for this course.

Here are the three steps to complete the ENL PLUS course:
1. Enroll in the course here on Frontline (MLP).
2. Access and complete the course in the Buzz LMS by June 15, 2027.
3. Receive the CTLE certificate through Frontline (MLP). For more details on this step, visit https://www.nassauboces.org/enlplus.

For Buzz LMS technical support, please contact jsanfilippo@nasboces.org.

28. Literacy Strategies for STEM (Grades K-5)

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL PLUS Program

Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 15, 2027)

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

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

IMPORTANT:
**All participants must register in Frontline AND in the Buzz Learning Management System (LMS).**
Please contact your district or building administrator to get the unique Buzz URL (link) and access code for your building and the course code for this course.

Here are the three steps to complete the ENL PLUS course:
1. Enroll in the course here on Frontline (MLP).
2. Access and complete the course in the Buzz LMS by June 15, 2027.
3. Receive the CTLE certificate through Frontline (MLP). For more details on this step, visit https://www.nassauboces.org/enlplus.

For Buzz LMS technical support, please contact jsanfilippo@nasboces.org.

29. Motivating and Engaging 21st Century Adolescents (Grades 6-12)

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL PLUS Program

Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 15, 2027)

What are the classroom conditions that motivate and engage our 21st century learners? What are the assignments that cultivate curiosity and foster collaborative peer relationships? This course examines the research that supports engaging classroom talk, questioning and self-expression through strategy, technology and effective teacher facilitation. Participants will leave this course with multiple resources to aid in motivating and engaging the 21st century adolescent learners in their classrooms.

Course Objectives:
- Understand the classroom conditions and tools necessary for 21st century learners to become motivated and engaged.
- Analyze tasks and assignments that incorporate evidence-based, hybrid methods of teaching and learning.
- Plan with strategies and tools that facilitate a motivating curriculum.

IMPORTANT:
**All participants must register in Frontline AND in the Buzz Learning Management System (LMS).**
Please contact your district or building administrator to get the unique Buzz URL (link) and access code for your building and the course code for this course.

Here are the three steps to complete the ENL PLUS course:
1. Enroll in the course here on Frontline (MLP).
2. Access and complete the course in the Buzz LMS by June 15, 2027.
3. Receive the CTLE certificate through Frontline (MLP). For more details on this step, visit https://www.nassauboces.org/enlplus.

For Buzz LMS technical support, please contact jsanfilippo@nasboces.org.

30. Purposeful Planning

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL PLUS Program

Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 15, 2027)

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

Course Outcomes:
- Identify content and pedagogy that differentiates for a variety of student needs.
- Apply working knowledge of high instructional outcomes and how to plan for them through coherent instructional design.
- Develop utility with planning resources that aid in the lesson and content development.

IMPORTANT:
**All participants must register in Frontline AND in the Buzz Learning Management System (LMS).**
Please contact your district or building administrator to get the unique Buzz URL (link) and access code for your building and the course code for this course.

Here are the three steps to complete the ENL PLUS course:
1. Enroll in the course here on Frontline (MLP).
2. Access and complete the course in the Buzz LMS by June 15, 2027.
3. Receive the CTLE certificate through Frontline (MLP). For more details on this step, visit https://www.nassauboces.org/enlplus.

For Buzz LMS technical support, please contact jsanfilippo@nasboces.org.

31. Research-Based Assessment Practices for Special Needs Students (Grades 3-8)

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL PLUS Program

Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 15, 2027)

Practical and authentic assessment methods that have a strong research-base will be the central feature of this course in evaluating the needs of exceptional students. Informal and teacher-developed assessment techniques will invoke best practices using technology, smart classroom strategy, and through smart curriculum design. Formal, informal assessments and other data will include observation and anecdotal note-taking (kid-watching), SLOs, IEP goals, behavioral assessment, criterion-referenced assessments, standardized and performance-based assessments, and learning style inventories. Data gleaned of these assessments will be used to differentiate while aligning best practices with student needs.

Course Objectives:
- Evaluate the needs of special needs students to align best instructional strategy to those needs
- Incorporate and plan with research-based assessments that aid in determining the learning needs and language readiness of special needs students.
- Apply research-based strategy to instruction and intervention to meet the needs of learners.

IMPORTANT:
**All participants must register in Frontline AND in the Buzz Learning Management System (LMS).**
Please contact your district or building administrator to get the unique Buzz URL (link) and access code for your building and the course code for this course.

Here are the three steps to complete the ENL PLUS course:
1. Enroll in the course here on Frontline (MLP).
2. Access and complete the course in the Buzz LMS by June 15, 2027.
3. Receive the CTLE certificate through Frontline (MLP). For more details on this step, visit https://www.nassauboces.org/enlplus.

For Buzz LMS technical support, please contact jsanfilippo@nasboces.org.

32. Standards-Based Formative Assessment (Grades 6-12)

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL PLUS Program

Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 15, 2027)

Assessment of learning or for learning? Balanced, summative interim and formative assessments will be evaluated for Next Generation Learning Standards (NGLS) application in this course. Participants will understand how to effectively monitor student learning, structure requisite assessment criteria, and teach to support a rapid turnaround of results.

Course Objectives:
- Apply research skills needed to identify appropriate assessment resources.
- Match grade-level assessment criteria to standards-aligned curriculum and instruction.
- Identify progress monitoring tools that aid in moving up individual student achievement.

IMPORTANT:
**All participants must register in Frontline AND in the Buzz Learning Management System (LMS).**
Please contact your district or building administrator to get the unique Buzz URL (link) and access code for your building and the course code for this course.

Here are the three steps to complete the ENL PLUS course:
1. Enroll in the course here on Frontline (MLP).
2. Access and complete the course in the Buzz LMS by June 15, 2027.
3. Receive the CTLE certificate through Frontline (MLP). For more details on this step, visit https://www.nassauboces.org/enlplus.

For Buzz LMS technical support, please contact jsanfilippo@nasboces.org.

33. Standards-Based Formative Assessment (Grades K-5)

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL PLUS Program

Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 15, 2027)

Assessment of learning or for learning? Balanced, summative interim and formative assessments will be evaluated for Next Generation Learning Standards (NGLS) application in this course. Participants will understand how to effectively monitor student learning, structure requisite assessment criteria, and teach to support a rapid turnaround of results.

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

IMPORTANT:
**All participants must register in Frontline AND in the Buzz Learning Management System (LMS).**
Please contact your district or building administrator to get the unique Buzz URL (link) and access code for your building and the course code for this course.

Here are the three steps to complete the ENL PLUS course:
1. Enroll in the course here on Frontline (MLP).
2. Access and complete the course in the Buzz LMS by June 15, 2027.
3. Receive the CTLE certificate through Frontline (MLP). For more details on this step, visit https://www.nassauboces.org/enlplus.

For Buzz LMS technical support, please contact jsanfilippo@nasboces.org.

34. Teaching to Text Complexity

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL PLUS Program

Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 15, 2027)

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

Course Objectives:
- Scaffold and teach strategies for text complexity.
- Develop and improve the ability to plan strategically for teaching text complexity.
- Align student-learning objectives to strategy that teaches text complexity.

IMPORTANT:
**All participants must register in Frontline AND in the Buzz Learning Management System (LMS).**
Please contact your district or building administrator to get the unique Buzz URL (link) and access code for your building and the course code for this course.

Here are the three steps to complete the ENL PLUS course:
1. Enroll in the course here on Frontline (MLP).
2. Access and complete the course in the Buzz LMS by June 15, 2027.
3. Receive the CTLE certificate through Frontline (MLP). For more details on this step, visit https://www.nassauboces.org/enlplus.

For Buzz LMS technical support, please contact jsanfilippo@nasboces.org.

35. Working the Brain Into Teaching and Learning

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL PLUS Program

Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 15, 2027)

Using assessment criteria to drive instruction requires the use of reliable data. Teachers that are actively and systematically use this data can understand student performance and thus leverage it best for effective progress monitoring. Participants will be introduced to multiple assessments that include feedback models and other formative methods that feed instructional decisions. Participants will learn to find and use this data effectively to make informed instructional decisions.

Course Objectives:
- Identify the practices and conditions needed to establish cognitive-friendly learning environments.
- Establish cognitive-friendly learning environments.
- Plan and facilitate retention and cognition among students through motivation and engagement.

IMPORTANT:
**All participants must register in Frontline AND in the Buzz Learning Management System (LMS).**
Please contact your district or building administrator to get the unique Buzz URL (link) and access code for your building and the course code for this course.

Here are the three steps to complete the ENL PLUS course:
1. Enroll in the course here on Frontline (MLP).
2. Access and complete the course in the Buzz LMS by June 15, 2027.
3. Receive the CTLE certificate through Frontline (MLP). For more details on this step, visit https://www.nassauboces.org/enlplus.

For Buzz LMS technical support, please contact jsanfilippo@nasboces.org.

36. Writing Strategies for All Content Areas

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ENL PLUS Program

Dates: On-Going (Ends Jun 15, 2027)

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

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

IMPORTANT:
**All participants must register in Frontline AND in the Buzz Learning Management System (LMS).**
Please contact your district or building administrator to get the unique Buzz URL (link) and access code for your building and the course code for this course.

Here are the three steps to complete the ENL PLUS course:
1. Enroll in the course here on Frontline (MLP).
2. Access and complete the course in the Buzz LMS by June 15, 2027.
3. Receive the CTLE certificate through Frontline (MLP). For more details on this step, visit https://www.nassauboces.org/enlplus.

For Buzz LMS technical support, please contact jsanfilippo@nasboces.org.

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

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530

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

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

Dates: 9/17/2026 to 4/12/2027

Location: CR 1, 2, 3

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

This series of Literacy Leadership workshops is designed for just that purpose. Across the 2026-2027 school year, literacy leaders from across Long Island will gather to build a shared vision for powerful, equitable reading, writing, and phonics instruction.

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

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

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

38. New Secondary Administrator Collegial Circle: Supporting and Empowering Emerging School Leaders

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530

Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LS2

Audience: New Secondary School and District Administrators

Dates: 9/22/2026 to 3/16/2027

Location: LS2

The New Secondary Administrator Collegial Circle is designed to provide new school leaders with a collaborative and supportive professional learning community focused on leadership development, instructional excellence, and navigating challenges throughout the school year. This collegial circle creates a space where administrators can connect with peers, reflect on leadership experiences, strengthen decision-making skills, and build confidence in their evolving leadership roles. Participants will engage in meaningful discussions with fellow administrators and experienced educational leaders while exploring practical strategies to support students, staff, families, and school communities.Through this collegial circle, participants will:

Build a strong professional network with fellow secondary administrators

Engage in reflective discussions focused on challenges of leadership

Explore research-based leadership practices and innovative approaches

Strengthen instructional leadership and school culture practices

Collaborate on problem-solving and decision-making strategies

Share resources, experiences, and successful leadership practices

Develop confidence in navigating the complexities of school leadership

Celebrate successes while identifying opportunities for continued growth
Instructor: Sharon Lasher

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

39. Advanced RTI/MTSS Implementation Workshop Series: (5 Sessions)

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530

Location: Nassau BOCES - Virtual Professional Development (Westbury, NY) - LS3

Audience: Teachers and Administrators

Dates: 9/23/2026 to 3/16/2027

Location: LS3

This advanced-level workshop is designed for educators, instructional leaders, and district administrators who have foundational knowledge of Response to Intervention (RTI) or Multi-tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and are ready to move from understanding to high impact implementation. Building on the core components from prior sessions, this series focuses on deepening practice, strengthening systems and ensuring sustainable, equitable outcomes for all students.

Participants will engage in applied learning experiences, analyze real-world case studies, and refine systems that align with evidence-based practices. Emphasis will be placed on coherence across tiers, data-driven decision making, and embedded supports into daily practice.

Instructor: Dr. Anne Rullan

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

40. New Elementary Administrator Collegial Circle: Supporting and Empowering Emerging School Leaders

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530

Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LS2 (LS3 on 12/11/2026)

Audience: New Elementary School and District Administrators

Dates: 9/23/2026 to 5/3/2027

Location: LS2 (LS3 on 12/11/2026)

The New Elementary Administrator Collegial Circle is designed to provide new school leaders with a collaborative and supportive professional learning community focused on leadership development, instructional excellence, and navigating challenges throughout the school year. This collegial circle creates a space where administrators can connect with peers, reflect on leadership experiences, strengthen decision-making skills, and build confidence in their evolving leadership roles. Participants will engage in meaningful discussions with fellow administrators and experienced educational leaders while exploring practical strategies to support students, staff, families, and school communities.Through this collegial circle, participants will:

Build a strong professional network with fellow elementary administrators

Engage in reflective discussions focused on challenges of leadership

Explore research-based leadership practices and innovative approaches

Strengthen instructional leadership and school culture practices

Collaborate on problem-solving and decision-making strategies

Share resources, experiences, and successful leadership practices

Develop confidence in navigating the complexities of school leadership

Celebrate successes while identifying opportunities for continued growth
Instructor: Gina Faust

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

41. Virtual CTE Collegial Circle - 6 Session Series

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530

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

Audience: Coaches, Chairpersons, Directors, Coordinators, Teachers

Dates: 9/23/2026 to 5/5/2027

Location: Virtual Zoom

Connect with fellow Career and Technical Education (CTE) educators in this engaging virtual collegial circle designed to foster collaboration, innovation, and professional growth. Participants will explore current trends, share effective instructional practices, discuss workforce readiness skills, and exchange resources that support student success across CTE pathways. Through meaningful dialogue and networking, educators will gain practical strategies to enhance teaching and learning while building a supportive professional community. Connections to Portrait of a Graduate attributes will be embedded in the conversations.

Each one-hour virtual session offers a lively, supportive space for meaningful conversation, reflection, and cross-district collaboration. Rooted in the belief that shared learning drives innovation and strengthens leadership, this series invites participants to explore what it means to lead with purpose, coach with clarity, and build a shared vision for that improves outcomes for all students. Each meeting's agenda is shaped by the interests and needs of participants.

Registration on Frontline will register you to attend all 6 sessions. Upon registration and prior to the inaugural meeting, you will receive a calendar of events with Zoom links. Please register in Zoom with the same email address that was used to register on Frontline.

Instructor: Marsha Iverson

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

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

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530

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

Audience: Chairperson, Director, Coordinator

Dates: 9/24/2026 to 6/17/2027

Nassau BOCES is joining, once again, with Western Suffolk to offer monthly Social Studies Collegial Circles for administrators and coordinators to connect, share resources, and discuss important issues in the field. The group has proven to be an incredible support system for participants, providing valuable opportunities to hear perspectives from districts across Long Island, collaborate with colleagues facing similar challenges, and gain insight into practices and initiatives happening throughout the region no matter where you are on the Island.

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

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

43. Data Wise Course - September - Session 2

Program: Data and Management Services: Instructional Data Warehouse

Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LS2

Dates: 9/24/2026

Location: LS2

44. Virtual English Collegial Circle (for Nassau Districts)

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530

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

Audience: Chairperson, Director, Coordinator

Dates: 9/24/2026 to 6/17/2027

Nassau BOCES is joining, once again, with Western Suffolk to offer monthly English Collegial Circles for administrators and coordinators to connect, share resources, and discuss important issues in the field. The group has proven to be an incredible support system for participants, providing valuable opportunities to hear perspectives from districts across Long Island, collaborate with colleagues facing similar challenges, and gain insight into practices and initiatives happening throughout the region no matter where you are on the Island.

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

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

Conference

45. 2026-2027 New York FRICCS Meeting Series

Program: Data & Education Management Services - FRICCS

Location: Webinar (x, x)

Dates: 9/30/2026 to 6/9/2027

Join fellow New York RIC staff for a recurring six-week NY FRICCS meeting focused on Frontline-related updates, questions, shared practices, and collaboration across the RIC community. After registering, participants will receive a Zoom link by email. For attendance and credit purposes, please register using the same name associated with your Frontline account.

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

Program: Data and Management Services: State Reporting

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

Dates: 9/30/2026

Location: CR 1,2,3

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

47. Co-Teach: A Series

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ACCESS

Location: Nassau BOCES, George Farber Admin. Center-71 Clinton Road, Garden City (Garden City, NY) - LL-A on 10/1/2026 & 11/9/2026; LL-B on 12/9/2026[map]

Audience: P-12 Educators

Dates: 10/1/2026 to 12/9/2026

Location: LL-A on 10/1/2026 & 11/9/2026; LL-B on 12/9/2026

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Session 1: Co-Teach A Comprehensive Approach
This professional development session will focus on how all co-teaching teams--whether general education, special education, or ENL--can plan together and share leadership equally to create inclusive, high-impact learning environments for every student. Participants will explore what is currently in place in co-taught classrooms and what needs still exist. Examples of collaborative practices will be shared and how schools and districts can support co-teachers will be discussed.

Session 2: Co-Teach Relationships
Participants will explore the relationships among students, families, the co-teach team and other educators who assist the education of students in the co-taught classroom. They will examine research theories and the realities of the co-teach relationships. They will unpack the necessary items for a positive, productive, and professional co-teach relationship, including the utilization of checklists and parity survey. Further, roles and responsibilities will be shared so all in a co-teach classroom are headed in a positive direction with shared rules and routines.

Session 3: Co-Teach Student Study
Participants will discuss building capacity for students in the co-taught classroom. They will reflect about the students in the co-teach classroom utilizing templates for student study and discuss responsive and restorative behavioral practices. participants will draft, plan and focus on the students as an individual as part of the larger classroom. The goal of this session is collective advocacy.

PoG: Academically Prepared

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

48. SECOND Cohort Added: The Writing Revolution Microcredential Guided Cohort

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530

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

Audience: Grades 3–12 teachers, literacy leaders, instructional coaches, and educators interested in strengthening writing instruction through The Writing Revolution framework.

Dates: 10/5/2026 to 1/7/2027

Location: LS 2

In partnership with The Writing Revolution, Nassau BOCES is excited to offer a special guided microcredential cohort for educators interested in deepening their understanding of writing instruction through a supported professional learning experience.

Participants will move through the newly released self-paced Writing Revolution micro-credential course together in preparation for the final assessment needed to earn their TWR Microcredential Badge. This special cohort model combines the flexibility of self-paced learning with the added benefit of completing the experience alongside fellow educators through four in-person facilitated sessions led by Diana Beltrani, Program Coordinator for Literacy at Nassau BOCES.

As part of this opportunity, participants will receive access to The Writing Revolution self-paced course, MyTWRTools for one year, and the microcredential assessment opportunity, along with exclusive discounted pricing secured through Nassau BOCES.

Space is limited.

Please note:

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

For districts and participants outside of Nassau County, please use the credit card option for district payment when possible.

49. Literacy Coach Collegial Circle

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530

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

Audience: Literacy Coaches

Dates: 10/6/2026 to 5/17/2027

Location: LS 2

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Join our Literacy Coach Collegial Circle, facilitated by Jennifer Wiener. This is a collaborative professional learning community designed specifically for literacy coaches. This collegial circle provides an opportunity to connect with peers, engage in meaningful professional dialogue, and strengthen your coaching practice through shared learning and reflection.

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

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

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

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

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

50. Virtual Science Administrator Collegial Circle

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530

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

Audience: Science Administrators, Chairpersons, Specialists, Coaches

Dates: 10/8/2026 to 5/13/2027

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

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

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

51. ACCESS Professional Learning Network Virtual

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ACCESS

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

Audience: Superintendents, Assistant Superintendents, District Leaders, School Leaders, and Teams

Dates: 10/13/2026 to 3/9/2027

Location: Virtual via Zoom

In these virtual facilitated sessions, Nassau BOCES ACCESS leadership will collaborate with superintendents, assistant superintendents, district leaders, school leaders, and teams to share insights and strategies, learn together across districts, and build transformative capacity--including exploring flexible master scheduling and equitable grading practices--aligned with the New York State Portrait of a Graduate.

Throughout the discussions, participants will explore the four principles of Lily Zheng's Fair Framework--Outcomes Over Intentions, Systemic Over Individual, Coalitions Over Cliques, and Win-Win Over Zero-Sum--to amplify understanding and support the shared goals of learning environments that promote the success and wellbeing of all students.

NYSED resources will include the following documents:
- Portrait of a Graduate Crosswalk: Connections to the CR-SE Framework and High-Leverage Teaching Practices
- NYS Teaching Standards + CR-SE Framework Crosswalk for Integration
- PSELs [Professional Standards for Educational Leaders] (NYS Version) + CR-S Education Framework Crosswalk for Integration

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

Aligned to NYS Portrait of a Graduate Attribute(s): Academically Prepared, Creative Innovator, Critical Thinker, Effective Communicator, Global Citizen, Reflective and Future Focused

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

52. eSchoolData - Custom and Canned Reports

Program: Student Management Services: eSchoolData

Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - Learning Studio 3

Audience: SIS Admins

Dates: 10/14/2026

Location: Learning Studio 3

Learn how to create Queries and Data Tables in eSchoolData. This will allow users to create Custom Reports they can use each year. Reports can be exported to Excel for further manipulation.

53. SchoolTool - Discipline Workshop

Program: Student Management Services : schooltool

Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - Learning Studio 1

Audience: Discipline Staff

Dates: 10/21/2026

Location: Learning Studio 1

Learn discipline ins and outs in SchoolTool. Review of discipline reports.

54. Virtual AI Collegial Circle - 6 Session Series

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530

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

Audience: Coaches, Chairpersons, Directors, Coordinators, Teachers

Dates: 10/26/2026 to 5/17/2027

Location: Virtual Zoom

The AI Virtual Collegial Circle provides educators with a collaborative space to explore how artificial intelligence can support teaching, learning, and professional practice. Through guided discussions, shared experiences, and hands-on exploration of AI tools, participants will discover practical ways to enhance lesson planning, differentiate instruction, streamline administrative tasks, and increase student engagement.

This collegial circle fosters professional dialogue, encourages responsible and ethical use of AI, and creates opportunities for staff to learn from one another as they navigate the evolving role of technology in education.

Each one-hour virtual session offers a lively, supportive space for meaningful conversation, reflection, and cross-district collaboration. Rooted in the belief that shared learning drives innovation and strengthens leadership, this series invites participants to explore what it means to lead with purpose, coach with clarity, and build a shared vision for that improves outcomes for all students. Each meeting's agenda is shaped by the interests and needs of participants

Registration on Frontline will register you to attend all 6 sessions. Upon registration and prior to the inaugural meeting, you will receive a calendar of events with Zoom links. Please register in Zoom with the same email address that was used to register on Frontline.

Instructor: Dr. Mary-Ellen Kakalos

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

55. IDW: ELL Navigation One Stop Shop

Program: Data and Management Services: Instructional Data Warehouse

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

Dates: 10/28/2026

Location: LAB 1

How do the ELLs/MLLs in your district compare to others? Join us for this Instructional Data Warehouse training to learn about the "one stop shop" option and the NYSESLAT/ Reference Guides. These tools serve as an HOV lane to give you easy access to myriad reports that focus on the linguistic and academic performance of ELLs/MLLs.

56. IDW Training: 3-8 Admin

Program: Data and Management Services: Instructional Data Warehouse

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

Dates: 10/28/2026

Location: Lab 1

This Instructional Data Warehouse training will demonstrate how to navigate the new IDW platform and utilizing IDW reports. Reports emphasized in this workshop will include the following: Instructional Reports, Demographic Dashboard, and Attendance Dashboard. This training is geared toward grades 3-8 principals, assistant principals, and curriculum leaders who have primary leadership responsibility for using data to examine instruction that will impact the implementation of specific curricula.

57. Virtual - State Reporting / Data Warehouse CIO/DDC Meeting

Program: Data and Management Services: State Reporting

Dates: 10/28/2026

Location: Zoom

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

58. Dignity Act Coordinator Collegial Circle

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530

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

Audience: DASA Coordinators, School and District Leaders

Dates: 10/29/2026 to 5/5/2027

Location: LS3

Join use for a unique professional learning experience created specifically for Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) Coordinators who are committed to fostering safe, respectful, and inclusive school environments. This series offers a collaborative space to connect with colleagues, engage in meaningful dialogue, and strengthen practice through authentic application. Across the series, participants will examine real scenarios, engage in guided decision making, and share practical strategies that support effective response to incidents including leading investigations, clarity around reporting expectations, effective communication practices, and proactive approaches to building positive school climates. Together, we will unpack the complexities of the Dignity Act Coordinator role, including navigating sensitive situations, addressing common misconceptions about reporting procedures, and ensuring consistent NYSED compliance, and student-centered responses. Participants will leave with refined skills, enhanced confidence, and actionable tools to support their ongoing work in promoting dignity, safety, and inclusion for all students.
Instructor: Gina Faust

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

59. DPO Meet-up - In-Person

Program: Data Privacy & Security Services

Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - Learning Studio 3

Dates: 11/2/2026

Location: Learning Studio 3

Join us for an in-person DPO Meet-up.

60. OSCWorld Info Meeting (Teams)

Program: Data and Management Services: Online Scoring

Dates: 11/4/2026

Location: Online/Teams

Nassau BOCES and OSCWorld will present the Full-Service Online Scoring option that is available to schools for scoring of the NYS 3-8 ELA, Math, Science, and NYSESLAT assessments. Many public and non-public schools already subscribe to this service and are familiar with much of the information that will be shared - returning subscribers to this service are welcome but should not feel obligated to attend. OSC will be providing this service for both Computer-Based Testing, as well as for Paper-Based Testing. PLEASE NOTE: Login information for the Teams virtual session will be emailed to everyone who has registered on My Learning Plan on the morning of the scheduled session. When you get the Teams invitation, you must click the link in the invitation. When registering in Teams, your name and email MUST be the same as your My Learning Plan account information.

61. eSchoolData - Online Registration

Program: Student Management Services: eSchoolData

Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - Learning Studio 1

Audience: Registrars

Dates: 11/4/2026

Location: Learning Studio 1

Review the processes and procedures associated with accepting, merging, and editing online registration applications.

62. IDW Training: HS Admin

Program: Data and Management Services: Instructional Data Warehouse

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

Dates: 11/4/2026

Location: Lab 1

This Instructional Data Warehouse training will demonstrate how to navigate the new IDW platform as well as utilizing IDW reports that are most critical for high school administrators. Reports emphasized in this workshop will include the following: Instructional Reports, College Tracking, AP Summary, and Comparison Reports.

63. MTSS-I Implementation Workshop: From Core Components to School and District Improvement Virtual

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: School Improvement

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

Audience: P-12 Teachers, Administrators, Social Workers, Psychologists, Interventionists

Dates: 11/6/2026 to 11/13/2026

Location: Virtual via Zoom

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

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

This workshop will strengthen school and district capacity for continuous school improvement aligned with NYSED priorities. It supports educators in implementing evidence-based, data-informed instructional practices that address the academic needs of all students while providing targeted and intensive supports for identified subgroups. It directly addresses root causes of underperformance identified through NYSED accountability processes and supports districts to advances equity, improves instructional coherence, and supports sustainable improvement outcomes.

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

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

64. PowerSchool - PowerScheduler: Season Opener (All)

Program: Student Management Services: PowerSchool

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

Audience: Scheduling Staff

Dates: 11/6/2026

Location: Conference Room 1,2,3

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Beginning steps of PowerScheduler for build and load or load only schools

65. Office Essentials: Documents (Google Docs)

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: AOS CoSer 558.500

Audience: Clerical, secretarial, and administrative support staff

Dates: 11/6/2026

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This session covers the fundamentals of creating and formatting documents in Google Docs. Participants will learn how to use suggesting mode and comments to track changes, share documents, and collaborate in real time with colleagues. The session also covers using templates for common office forms and letters. Designed for office staff of all skill levels, this hands-on session will help you produce polished documents efficiently.

If a participant has registered for, but is unable to attend, a Nassau BOCES workshop, they are required to drop their workshop registration on Frontline/MLP at least 5 days prior to the start date of the workshop. In the event the participant does not cancel within this timeframe, the participant/district will be billed.

66. Data Wise Course - October - Session 3

Program: Data and Management Services: Instructional Data Warehouse

Location: Mineola High School (Mineola, NY) - LS2[map]

Dates: 11/9/2026

Location: LS2

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67. Building the Response to Traumatic Death and Suicide

Program: Mental Health Services MHC member districts ONLY

Location: Nassau BOCES, George Farber Admin. Center-71 Clinton Road, Garden City (Garden City, NY) - LLB[map]

Dates: 11/9/2026

Location: LLB

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68. New Teacher Network: Learning, Connecting, and Growing Together (K-12)

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530

Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LS2

Audience: New and untenured teachers

Dates: 11/9/2026 to 4/6/2027

Location: LS2

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The New Teacher Network is a collaborative professional learning series designed to support educators in their first years of teaching. Through shared experiences, guided discussions, and practical learning opportunities, participants will connect with colleagues across grade levels and content areas while building confidence in their instructional practice.

Topics will include relationship building and classroom culture, effective lesson planning, research-based instructional strategies, behavior management and student engagement, assessment practices, and responsive teaching techniques. Participants will have opportunities to reflect on challenges, celebrate successes, exchange ideas, and develop a supportive professional network that promotes continued growth and success in the classroom.

Whether teaching in elementary, middle, or high school settings, educators will leave each session with practical tools, resources, and strategies they can implement immediately to enhance student learning and strengthen their teaching practice.

Instructor: Dr. Mary-Ellen Kakalos

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

69. SchoolTool - Introduction to Custom Export Workshop

Program: Student Management Services : schooltool

Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - Learning Studio 1

Audience: Clericals

Dates: 11/9/2026

Location: Learning Studio 1

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Learn all about the basic steps to work with Custom Exports

70. SchoolTool - Advanced Custom Export Workshop

Program: Student Management Services : schooltool

Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - Learning Studio 1

Audience: Super Users

Dates: 11/9/2026

Location: Learning Studio 1

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Learn all about the advanced steps to work with Custom Exports.

71. Hands-On With the Required NYSSLS Physics Investigations: Build, Explore, and Prepare for Implementation

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530

Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - Learning Studio 1

Audience: Regents Physics teachers and science leaders

Dates: 11/10/2026 to 11/19/2026

Location: Learning Studio 1

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With the implementation of the New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS) approaching, physics educators must prepare to meet new expectations for student investigation and lab-based performance tasks. This two-part workshop series is designed to empower high school physics teachers to confidently teach the three new required NYSSLS physics labs by experiencing them firsthand-as their students would-and by building the physical lab setups needed for effective implementation in their classrooms.

Learning Targets:

1. Construct the necessary props and equipment for the three new required NYSSLS physics labs.
2. Participate in each of the three new labs as students to deepen their understanding of the student experience.
3. Analyze the three labs through the lens of the NYSSLS three dimensions: Science and Engineering Practices (SEPs), Crosscutting Concepts (CCCs), and Disciplinary Core Ideas (DCIs).

***Participants must bring paper copies of each Physics Investigation's documents. These cannot be provided.***

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

72. Social Worker Circle

Program: Mental Health Services MHC member districts ONLY

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

Audience: all

Dates: 11/10/2026

Location: Zoom

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73. Test Scoring - Regents (Non-Pubs)

Program: Data and Management Services:Test Scoring

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

Dates: 11/10/2026

Location: CR 1,2,3

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This is a workshop for non-public school district testing coordinators. Topics covered will include examination ordering processes, emergency materials, answer sheet ordering, file preparation, scoring practices and other test administration issues.

74. Exploring the PSELs (NYS Version) + CR-S Education Framework Crosswalk in Alignment with the NYS Portrait of a Graduate Virtual

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ACCESS

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

Audience: P–12 Building Leaders and District Leaders

Dates: 11/10/2026

Location: Virtual via Zoom

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The NYS Professional Standards for Educational Leaders (PSELs) already reflect many of the principles of Culturally Responsive-Sustaining Education (CR-SE). This session makes that connection visible and practical. Using NYSED's PSELs (NYS Version) + CR-S Education Framework Crosswalk, participants will explore leadership practices and possibilities in alignment with the NYS Portrait of a Graduate. Collaborative conversations will surface both shared challenges and promising approaches.

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

Aligned to NYS Portrait of a Graduate Attribute(s): Academically Prepared, Creative Innovator, Critical Thinker, Effective Communicator, Global Citizen, Reflective and Future Focused

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

75. Infinite Campus - Security and Tool Rights Audit

Program: Student Management Services: Infinite Campus

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

Audience: All Clericals and Admins

Dates: 11/10/2026

Location: Lab 1

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Learn about security tools in Infinite Campus - how to use system tools to monitor and audit system activity. Discussion of the challenges involved in maintaining a secure environment including assigning tool rights. Includes a review of the various security reports available in Infinite Campus.

76. Test Scoring- Regents (Pubs)

Program: Data and Management Services:Test Scoring

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

Dates: 11/10/2026

Location: CR 1,2,3

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This is a Workshop for public school district testing coordinators. Topics will include review of examination ordering processes, emergency materials, answer sheet ordering, file preparation, scoring practices and other test administration issues.

77. College Aid Pro: Helping Families Understand the True Cost of College

Program: Mental Health Services MHC member districts ONLY

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

Audience: all

Dates: 11/12/2026

Location: Conference Room 1, 2, 3

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School districts are invited to attend an informative session introducing **College Aid Pro**, an innovative financial aid planning platform designed to help families navigate the complexities of paying for college. Participants will explore tools that help families understand their Student Aid Index (SAI), how individual colleges calculate institutional financial aid, and why financial aid packages can differ significantly between institutions. Using college-specific financial aid data, the platform provides personalized estimates of need-based aid, merit scholarships, and anticipated net costs. Districts will also learn how they can partner with College Aid Pro to provide families with access to the platform, personalized financial aid support, and professional development opportunities for school counselors and staff. Discover how these resources can help districts better support families, answer complex financial aid questions, compare college affordability, and make informed decisions throughout the college planning process.

78. Beyond the Basics: Advanced IDW Reports for Power Users

Program: Data and Management Services: Instructional Data Warehouse

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

Dates: 11/12/2026

Location: Lab 1

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This workshop is designed for veteran or power users of the IDW who are ready to go beyond the foundational reports-such as Snapshot, Gap, WASA, and Constructed Response Analysis-to explore data more deeply. Participants will examine comparison reports, multi-year trends, subgroup analyses, and a variety of dashboards to uncover patterns, identify trends, and gain deeper insights into student performance.

79. Cluster Busters: Literacy Strategies for Life, Earth, and Space Sciences Regents Exams

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530

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

Audience: Educators-Science and English Teachers, Science Administrators

Dates: 11/12/2026

Location: LS3

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Secondary students' literacy skills across the United States are in decline, while the literacy demands on the new Life Science/Biology and Earth and Space Sciences Regents exams are increasingly rigorous. This hands-on workshop will provide biology and Earth science teachers with literacy strategies that will help their secondary students better comprehend, remember, and demonstrate their learning of science content on the new Regents exams. Participants are asked to please bring their laptops and current lesson plans/curriculum to the session to to create materials to use in their secondary classrooms.

Participants will learn:
1. Effective vocabulary, pre reading, during reading, post-reading, CER writing, small group and whole class discussion strategies for Life Science/Biology and Earth and Space Sciences courses and Regents preparation
2. How to approach the new cluster questions and complex texts, diagrams, and reference tables through a literacy lens
3. How to create literacy materials to use in their biology and Earth and space science classrooms

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

80. School Avoidance Collegial Circle

Program: Mental Health Services MHC member districts ONLY

Audience: all

Dates: 11/12/2026

Location: zoom

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81. WIDA ACCESS and NYSED's Academic & Linguistic Demands (ALDs) Elmont UFSD ONLY

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ACCESS

Location: Elmont School District-Elmont Road School, 135 Elmont Road, Elmont, NY 1100 (Elmont, NY) - Conference Room 2

Audience: ENL teachers, ENL Coordinator, and Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources and Administration (Elmont UFSD)

Dates: 11/12/2026

Location: Conference Room 2

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**WIDA and NYSED will provide access to WIDA ACCESS training resources. See https://wida.wisc.edu/about/consortium/ny.**

As New York transitions to WIDA ACCESS assessments as the English language proficiency assessments, districts may have questions about aligning instruction for English Language Learners (ELLs). New York will not adopt the WIDA ELD Standards Framework. NYSED's Academic and Linguistic Demands: Creating Access to the Next Generation Learning Standards in English Language Arts for Linguistically Diverse Learners (ALDs) remains the framework for planning, standards alignment, and supporting ELLs, including ELLs with disabilities.

This half-day session provides an overview of the ALDs. Participants will explore how the ALDs support instructional planning and language development across content areas for ELLs. The session will also highlight the CR-S Education considerations and strategies embedded within the ALDs to promote equitable access and meaningful learning experiences for all students.

Participants will leave with a foundational understanding of the ALDs and their application in designing instruction that supports language development and grade-level learning and promotes progress in student learning and achievement.

**Please bring your own device to access the ALDs online.**

Portrait Attribute(s): Academically Prepared, Critical Thinker, Effective Communicator, Global Citizen

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

82. Substance Use and Vaping - Northwell Partners ONLY

Program: Mental Health Services - Northwell District PD

Audience: Northwell Health Behavioral Clinic Members

Dates: 11/12/2026

Location: Zoom

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This CEU course offers educators and school mental health staff a comprehensive understanding of substance use and vaping, critical issues impacting student health and well-being. Learn practical strategies to implement effective prevention efforts and empower students through open communication and support within the school community. 1.5 CEU Credits

83. PowerUp - Ask the Naviance Expert

Program: Curriculum and Instruction Guidance Services- Naviance Support

Location: Nassau BOCES - Health and Allied Services - Virtual (Garden City, NY) - Zoom

Dates: 11/12/2026

Location: Zoom

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Open Forum for your questions - below is the topics to focus on during this time of year: 1. eDocs questions 2. Reporting questions 3. Scope & Sequence questions 4. Resources questions Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/260761994729251?p=2Zo7mqpP9UL9iMb2zN Meeting ID: 260 761 994 729 251 Passcode: jj2xx6Hy

84. From Portrait to Practice: Mapping Your AP Plan-Learn What's Working. Plan What's Next

Program: Curriculum and Instruction Guidance Services- Naviance Support

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

Audience: Administrators, Subject Area Coordinators, AP Contacts

Dates: 11/12/2026

Location: 1, 2, 3

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Hear from Sabrina Smith, Associate Director of K-12 Education at the College Board, during an interactive planning session designed to help districts launch or strengthen their AP® programs. Participants will explore successful strategies from districts across New York State and examine how AP coursework aligns with the Portrait of a Graduate and NY Inspires initiatives. With an emphasis on collaboration and hands-on planning, attendees will leave with actionable strategies and a practical roadmap to support AP implementation and expansion in their districts.

85. Regents-Hands-On File Training

Program: Data and Management Services:Test Scoring

Dates: 11/12/2026

Location: Online/Teams

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

86. Supporting Struggling Readers in Upper Elementary: Science of Reading Strategies That Build Missing Foundational Skills

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530

Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LS1

Audience: Classroom teachers grades 3-6, reading teachers, literacy coaches, ELL teachers and administrators

Dates: 11/13/2026

Location: LS1

Upper elementary teachers are increasingly encountering students who still lack essential foundational skills-gaps in phonics, decoding, and word recognition that make grade‑level reading feel out of reach. This workshop offers practical, hands-on guidance grounded in the science of reading to help you support students who are struggling or who never fully mastered early literacy skills.

What the workshop focuses on

Strengthening decoding and spelling through explicit, systematic phonics instruction that meets students where they are

Rebuilding foundational skills for readers who missed earlier instruction or need targeted intervention

Boosting vocabulary knowledge with routines that deepen word meaning, morphology, and usage

Integrating phonics, spelling, and word study so students can confidently tackle multisyllabic and unfamiliar words
Instructor: Lauren Kolbeck and/or Debbie Linscott-Feinstein

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

87. Test Scoring - Regents (Short Version)
Program: Data and Management Services:Test Scoring
Dates: 11/13/2026
Location: Online/Teams

This workshop for public and non-public school testing coordinators will include brief updates with new Regents information for the 2027 Regents testing calendar. For veteran coordinators only. PLEASE NOTE: Login information for the Teams virtual session will be emailed to everyone who has registered on My Learning Plan the afternoon before the meeting. When you get the Teams invitation, you must click the link in the invitation and register for the session on Teams. When registering, your name and email MUST be the same as your My Learning Plan account information.

Hours: 1
Enrolled: 54/85
Wait: 0/0

88. Office Essentials: Documents (Microsoft Word)
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: AOS CoSer 558.500
Audience: Clerical, secretarial, and administrative support staff
Dates: 11/13/2026

This session covers the fundamentals of creating and formatting documents in Microsoft Word. Participants will learn how to use track changes and comments to collaborate on edits, share documents, and work together in real time with colleagues. The session also covers using templates for common office forms and letters. Designed for office staff of all skill levels, this hands-on session will help you produce polished documents efficiently.

If a participant has registered for, but is unable to attend, a Nassau BOCES workshop, they are required to drop their workshop registration on Frontline/MLP at least 5 days prior to the start date of the workshop. In the event the participant does not cancel within this timeframe, the participant/district will be billed.

Hours: 1
Enrolled: 4/50
Wait: 0/0

89. **ADDENDUM ONLY** NEW UPDATED 2026 SYLLABUS WORKSHOP - Mandated Reporter Training: Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse and Maltreatment - VIRTUAL-VIA ZOOM
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Child Abuse - CoSer 507.530
Location: Webinar (x, x) - VIRTUAL VIA ZOOM
Dates: 11/13/2026
Location: VIRTUAL VIA ZOOM
New

Second Update to Mandated Reporter Training - Addendum:

This 15-minute workshop includes protocols and guidance on identifying abused or maltreated children with intellectual or developmental disabilities, fulfilling the additional training requirement for previous participants who completed the New York State Mandated Reporter Training with Nassau BOCES between 11/1/2022 and 8/31/2025.

You will receive a Zoom link from the administrator a day prior to the workshop.
Please enter the virtual room with your first and last name and have microphone and video access for the entire presentation.

If you need accessibility accommodations, please email Mike Puglissi, mpuglissi@nasboces.org, upon registering.

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

Enrolled: 0/25
Wait: 0/0

90. **VIRTUAL** Certification in the Needs of Students with Autism
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Autism - CoSer 507.530
Audience: Special Education Teachers and Administrators
Dates: 11/16/2026
Location: VIRTUAL

Please check your email the morning of the start date of the training. You will receive an email from MPuglissi@nasboces.org with instructions on how to proceed with the 3-hour virtual training. You can do this at your leisure, and you will have about two weeks to complete this.

Topics covered will include Definitions, Etiology and Prevalence, Characteristics, Evidence Based Instructional Methods/Interventions for Teaching Students with ASDs, Behavior Management and Positive Behavioral Supports, Effective Collaboration, Resources and Supports. Upon completion, participants will receive The State Education Department Certification of Completion in Training in the Needs of Students with Autism and it will be uploaded to your TEACH account.

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

If you need assistance, please email Mike Puglissi, MPuglissi@nasboces.org

Enrolled: 2/25
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91. **VIRTUAL** DASA Certification Training: SIX Hour Course in Harassment, Bullying, Cyber bullying and Discrimination in Schools (BLENDED COURSE)
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: DASA - CoSer 507.530
Dates: 11/16/2026 to 12/2/2026
Location: VIRTUAL-VIA ZOOM-LIVE

Please check your email the day before Part-1 is due to begin (start date). You will receive an email from MPuglissi@nasboces.org with instructions on how to login to Buzz to begin Part-1: 3-hour virtual training. The online portion must be completed before attending Part-2 face-to-face session (virtual via zoom-live).

Please note that you must spend 180 minutes on Part-1 and your score cannot be anything lower than a 70 or else you must retake Part-1 before moving onto Part-2. Participants will:
Understand rational for key components and definitions in the Dignity for All Students Act
Understand diversity and examine personal biases.
Develop sensitivity to the experiences of specific student populations.
Understand how school climate and culture have an impact on student achievement.
Learn intervention and prevention strategies including how to interact with families.

Part-1 must be successfully completed one week prior to the start of Part 2 (end date). Upon completion, your DASA Certification will be uploaded to NYS and appear on your TEACH account. Please have microphone and video access for the entire presentation. Please enter the virtual room with your first and last name. If you need accessibility accommodations, please email Mike Puglissi, mpuglissi@nasboces.org, upon registering.

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

Enrolled: 5/25
Wait: 0/0

92. Protecting Student Health: How to Bring FREE Vaping Prevention Workshops to Your School
Program: Mental Health Services MHC member districts ONLY
Audience: Guidance Counselors, Social Workers, Principals
Dates: 11/16/2026
Location: Virtual

Join Nassau BOCES for an informative workshop where educators can learn about our FREE vaping prevention workshops for students. This session will guide you through everything you need to bring this important program to your school. In this workshop, educators will:

•Learn about the Vaping Prevention Initiative, including goals, structure, and how it supports healthier decision making for students.

•Review an overview of all available lesson options, tailored for different grade levels and needs.

•Understand how to book a student workshop, including scheduling procedures and available dates.

•Walk through the step by step process, from requesting a session to preparing students and coordinating with BOCES staff.

•Ask questions and explore resources to help reinforce vaping prevention education in your school community.

•Zoom Link: Will be emailed prior to the event

Hours: 1
Enrolled: 2/50
Wait: 0/0

93. Maker Mindsets: Inquiry in Modern Learning Series
Program: Nassau BOCES School Library Services
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - Learning Studio 3
Audience: Librarians, Media Specialists
Dates: 11/16/2026
Location: Learning Studio 3

Calling all Makers. Join our new Makerspace series focused on innovative uses of your Makerspace technology. We will explore technologies, learn basic usage, and create projects you can take back to your Makerspace. This group will dive into how Makerspace and inquiry learning naturally support critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

* Light snacks and beverages will be served *

Enrolled: 10/20
Wait: 0/0

94. Planning for Mathematical Discourse: Leveraging Magma Math with the 5 Practices Framework
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Instructional Software Support
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LS2
Dates: 11/17/2026
Location: LS2
Closed

Join us at Nassau BOCES as we explore how the 5 Practices for Orchestrating Productive Mathematics Discussions can help move beyond collecting answers to truly building mathematical conversations.

In this session, teachers will use Magma to explore how anticipating, monitoring, selecting, sequencing, and connecting student strategies bring student thinking to the forefront. Participants will work through a task as learners, then step back to see how these practices turn classroom work into opportunities for sense-making.

Together, we will connect each practice to concrete Magma features and facilitation moves, highlighting how purposeful use of the platform supports deeper reasoning, richer discourse, and more engaged student participation. Elementary, middle, and high school math teachers and leaders are all welcome.

Please bring your devices. Breakfast will be provided.

Participants will:

• Experience a mathematical task through the lens of a learner

• Explore the 5 Practices for Orchestrating Productive Mathematics Discussions

• Connect Magma features to effective facilitation moves

• Learn strategies to promote deeper reasoning and richer mathematical discourse

• Identify ways to increase student engagement and participation through purposeful discussion

Facilitator: Joey Patterson is a former math teacher, coach, and leader with experience across grade levels. He has previously worked as a core curriculum consultant and now leads professional learning at Magma Math.

Hours: 3
Enrolled: 30/30
Wait: 0/0

95. Integrating the NYS Climate Education Requirements into the Classroom
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, George Farber Admin. Center-71 Clinton Road, Garden City (Garden City, NY) - LL-B[map]
Audience: All staff preparing to implement NYS Climate Education Standards
Dates: 11/17/2026
Location: LL-B

Gaia Scholastic will support teachers in integrating climate education into the classroom. Gaia will bolster sustainability initiatives through teacher professional development for grades PK-12, to embed climate education into current units of study. This session is designed to meet the needs of the student population, the teachers' learning trajectory in climate instruction, state-specific learning standards, and current state-of-the-art teaching practices. Outcomes will include the following:

● Grade level or cross-grade level focused study groups on a variety of environmental topics.
● Teacher application of environmental knowledge to the curricula within their own classrooms: integration of interdisciplinary, standards-driven sustainability content into their subject areas.
● Connection to community partners that can enhance standards-driven, place-based learning experiences for all students, utilizing green spaces as an outdoor classroom to enhance classroom learning.

Session Content

● Background on climate change causes, impacts and solutions
● Research on the student experience with case studies on eco-anxiety & nature journaling
● Investigate existing resources on climate change causes, impacts and solutions in relation to teacher content areas and grade levels
● Explore entry points between teacher content areas and environmental literacy
● Collaborative, inquiry-driven backwards design of a sample place-based issue

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

Credits: 6
Hours: 6
Enrolled: 19/30
Wait: 0/0

96. Nassau BOCES Mental Health Consortium - Supporting Students Through Identity Exploration and Questions with Tracy Schachter
Program: Mental Health Services MHC member districts ONLY
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - CR123
Audience: all
Dates: 11/17/2026
Location: CR123

Join us for an upcoming workshop with Tracy Schachter, LCSW-R, who will share practical strategies for supporting students who are exploring or questioning aspects of their identity, communicating with these students in a thoughtful and supportive way, and helping their peers navigate questions, concerns, and conversations that may arise. Drawing on her clinical expertise and person-centered approach, Tracy will offer guidance to help school professionals foster understanding, connection, and a supportive school environment.

Enrolled: 22/75
Wait: 0/0

97. *Virtual* Understanding the VRs 1-9
Program: Data and Management Services: State Reporting
Dates: 11/18/2026
Location: Zoom

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

Enrolled: 34/120
Wait: 0/20

98. Conflict to Community: Distinguished Speaker George Couros- Forward Together AM Session
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, George Farber Admin. Center-71 Clinton Road, Garden City (Garden City, NY) - LL-A and LL-B[map]
Audience: All Educators
Dates: 11/18/2026
Location: LL-A and LL-B

George Couros is a worldwide leader in the area of innovative teaching, learning, and leading, and he has a focus on innovation as a human endeavor. Most importantly, he is a proud father and husband. His belief that meaningful change happens when you first connect to people's hearts is modeled in his writing and speaking.

This workshop is built around his newly released book, "Forward Together: Moving Schools from Conflict to Community in Contentious Times.” Innovation does not happen in isolation, and community does not grow without intention. This workshop brings together the core ideas from The Innovator's Mindset and Forward, Together to explore how schools can move forward through change while strengthening trust, connection, and collective responsibility.

A free copy of the book "Forward, Together" is included for the first 50 registrants in each session!

Participants will examine how innovation is not about programs, tools, or quick wins, but about people, relationships, and culture. Using real stories, practical examples, and reflective prompts, this session challenges educators and leaders to rethink what it means to lead with purpose, listen with humility, and create conditions where creativity and collaboration can flourish, even in complex or contentious times. Attendees will leave with concrete strategies to foster ownership, invite meaningful dialogue, and develop learning environments where both innovation and belonging are non-negotiable.

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

Hours: 2.5
Enrolled: 36/50
Wait: 0/0

99. ELLs with Disabilities: Building on Students' Assets to Foster Success
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: ACCESS
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - Learning Studio 2 (LS 2)
Audience: K-12 classroom teachers, ENL teachers, special education teachers, school support personnel, administrators
Dates: 11/18/2026
Location: Learning Studio 2 (LS 2)

English Language Learners with disabilities struggle daily with learning issues and/or emotional disorders as well as language acquisition needs. Research-based strategies have been developed to assist teachers working with this special population. In this session, we will explore and discuss the following topics:

● How are ELLs with disabilities identified? Will the WIDA ACCESS Assessment change the current NYS guidelines?
● Which behaviors associated with learning a new language are often confused with learning disabilities?
● How can educators incorporate students' cultural backgrounds, past experiences, and interests into the curriculum?
● Which strategies can be utilized to help meet students' social and emotional needs?
● How can teachers design engaging and meaningful lessons that include content, language, and cultural objectives?
● What are the best methods to differentiate and scaffold the instruction?
● How can teachers supplement research-based reading instruction with culturally responsive texts?
● How can students develop the skills needed to engage in academic discourse?
● Which teaching practices can be utilized to promote creative and critical thinking?
● To what extent do meaningful feedback and assessments contribute to student success?

Aligned to NYS Portrait of a Graduate Attribute(s): Academically Prepared, Creative Innovator, Critical Thinker, Effective Communicator, Reflective and Future Focused

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

Enrolled: 7/30
Wait: 0/0

100. IDW: Teacher Interface
Program: Data and Management Services: Instructional Data Warehouse
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LAB 1
Dates: 11/18/2026
Location: LAB 1

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

Hours: 2
Enrolled: 3/12
Wait: 0/0

101. PowerSchool - Fall User Group
Program: Student Management Services: PowerSchool
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - Conference Room 1, 2, 3
Audience: Administrators
Dates: 11/18/2026
Location: Conference Room 1, 2, 3

Collaborate with district colleagues to explore the latest PowerSchool release updates, state reporting requirements, and other key topics. A PowerSchool representative will be present to share insights on new features and enhancements. Complimentary breakfast will be served beginning at 8:30 am and sessions will start promptly at 9:00 am. We look forward to an engaging and informative event!

Credits: 3.5
Hours: 3.5
Enrolled: 22/90
Wait: 0/0

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