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1. Small Groups Without the Chaos: Designing Independent Science of Reading-Aligned Literacy Work that Builds Executive Function (Grades 1-5)

Program: Sullivan County Teacher Center

Audience: Teachers, Instructional Coaches, Special Education, AIS Educators, Educators K-2, Educators 3-5

Dates: 4/23/2026 to 5/7/2026

Meeting Times: April 23, 2026 and May 7, 2026 6:30-8:00

Location: Zoom - Link will be sent prior to first session

"Independent literacy time often breaks down when students lack the routines and executive function skills needed to work on their own. This workshop helps teachers design purposeful, Science of Reading-aligned independent literacy tasks that students can manage successfully while the teacher provides small-group instruction. Participants will explore low-prep activities that support decoding, fluency, vocabulary, word work, and comprehension, along with strategies for teaching routines, visual supports, and self-management skills. Teachers will leave with practical ideas and ready-to-use strategies to strengthen student independence during literacy block. 3.0 hours total. April 23, 2026 and May 7, 2026 6:30-8:00 Must have computer with microphone and camera, no phones please."

This activity has a required evaluation

  • Enrolled: 9/35
  • Wait: 0/0

2. Performance-Based Learning and Assessment in Middle & High School Webinar

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Administrators and school leaders

Dates: 4/30/2026

Meeting Times: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Location: Sullivan BOCES Admin (15 Sullivan Ave, Liberty, NY

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This event, which will be a hybrid webinar with in-person discussions and presentations, will provide New York State administrators and school leaders with an opportunity to engage in regional discussions about approaches to performances-based learning and assessment (PBLA) that support local implementation of NY Inspires and NY's Educational Assessment Strategy in middle and high school. Please note that to attend this event, you must attend in person at a BOCES or Big 5 designated site.
  • Enrolled: 13/35
  • Wait: 0/0

3. Video That Teaches: Using Edpuzzle for Active Viewing

Program: Model Schools

Dates: 5/4/2026

Meeting Times: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Location: Zoom Link will be sent out prior to training

Turn passive video watching into accountable learning experiences. Learn how to embed questions, track student engagement, and use videos strategically to support instruction, flipped classrooms, and intervention groups across grade levels.
  • Enrolled: 2/50
  • Wait: 0/0

4. Unlocking Potential: Personalizing the Path to Student Proficiency

Program: School Improvement

Audience: School Building Leaders

Dates: 5/8/2026 to 5/29/2026

Meeting Times: 5/8/26 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 5/29/26 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Location: Online - Link will be sent to all registered parti

As education shifts from "time spent in seats" to "mastery of skills," competency-based learning is redefining the landscape of modern assessment. This presentation explores how personalized, flexible evaluations allow students to progress at their own pace while ensuring they meet rigorous real-world standards. We will examine the innovative digital tools and data-driven frameworks that make continuous, meaningful feedback a reality for every learner. Join us to discover how moving beyond traditional grading can foster a more equitable and effective future for global education.

This activity has a required evaluation

  • Enrolled: 1/100
  • Wait: 0/0

5. Forest School across the curriculum - Monticello CSD (Cooke Elementary School ONLY)

Program: Arts In Education / Instructional Support Services

Audience: George L Cooke Elementary School Staff ONLY

Dates: 5/11/2026 to 5/12/2026

Meeting Times: 5/11/26 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, 5/12/26 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Location: 5/11/26 - Cala Munda (76 Winkler Road, Hankins, NY

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In this interactive 2 day workshop, you'll learn the foundational principles of Forest School, exploring its role in holistic development and the cultivation of resilient, confident, and creative learners through play-based learning and appropriate risk-taking. Learn to integrate FS pedagogy across diverse curricula, from STEAM to cultural studies, and discover how math, science, and engineering can thrive in the forest setting. Reflect on your own training and its application, while exploring nature-based STEM/STEAM learning.

This activity has a required evaluation

  • Credits: 15
  • Enrolled: 0/10
  • Wait: 0/0

6. Co-Teaching for Impact: Leveraging Adult Support in Intermediate Literacy (3-5)

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Grades 3-5 Teachers

Dates: 5/13/2026

Meeting Times: 12:00 - 3:00

Location: Willowemoc Conference Room

This session provides 3-5 educators with collaborative models for co-teaching and utilizing support staff to address reading gaps and provide targeted intervention. We will share specific, proven protocols for conducting push-in services, managing intervention groups led by co-teachers, and establishing shared accountability for student progress.

This activity has a required evaluation

  • Enrolled: 0/25
  • Wait: 0/0

7. Empowering Your Team: Strategic Co-Planning for Literacy Support (K-2)

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Grades K-2 Teachers

Dates: 5/13/2026

Meeting Times: 8:00 - 11:00

Location: Willowemoc Conference Room

Learn concrete strategies for maximizing the impact of paraprofessionals and co-teachers to support struggling readers in K-2. This workshop will cover effective co-planning routines, high-leverage roles for adult partners during small group and station rotations, and clear communication tools for data collection and goal setting.

This activity has a required evaluation

  • Enrolled: 1/25
  • Wait: 0/0

8. Communicating with Clarity: Maximizing ParentSquare

Program: Model Schools

Dates: 5/20/2026

Meeting Times: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Location: Zoom Link will be sent prior to training

Learn how to leverage ParentSquare effectively for family engagement and classroom communication. Topics include accessible messaging strategies, increasing parent participation, and using the platform to streamline announcements, updates, and reminders.
  • Enrolled: 2/50
  • Wait: 0/0

9. NWEA Growth Analysis and Instructional Planning *AM Session

Program: Model Schools

Audience: Administrators, Teacher Leaders, Data Coordinators

Dates: 6/4/2026

Meeting Times: 8:30 - 11:30

Location: BOCES Admin (15 Sullivan Ave, Liberty, NY) - Willo

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This NWEA training bridges the gap between high-level data analysis and practical classroom application through two targeted three-hour sessions: Part 1: Reports for Leaders (Analyze Growth Data) - Focuses on interpreting MAP Growth reports at the leadership level to identify achievement trends, evaluate programming, and set district-wide strategic goals.

This activity has a required evaluation

  • Hours: 6
  • Enrolled: 1/35
  • Wait: 0/0

10. NWEA Growth Analysis and Instructional Planning *PM Session

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Teacher Leaders

Dates: 6/4/2026

Meeting Times: 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Location: BOCES Admin (15 Sullivan Ave, Liberty, NY) - Willo

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This NWEA training bridges the gap between high-level data analysis and practical classroom application through two targeted three-hour sessions: Part 2: Connecting Assessment to Instructional Planning - Focuses on the classroom level, teaching participants how to translate assessment data into actionable instructional plans to effectively differentiate instruction and target specific student needs.

This activity has a required evaluation

  • Enrolled: 1/35
  • Wait: 0/0

11. Forest School across the curriculum - Monticello CSD (Rutherford Elementary School ONLY)

Program: Arts In Education / Instructional Support Services

Audience: Kenneth L Rutherford Elementary School Staff ONLY

Dates: 6/7/2026 to 6/8/2026

Meeting Times: 6/7/26 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, 6/8/26 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Location: 6/7/26 - Cala Munda (76 Winkler Road, Hankins, NY

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In this interactive 2 day workshop, you'll learn the foundational principles of Forest School, exploring its role in holistic development and the cultivation of resilient, confident, and creative learners through play-based learning and appropriate risk-taking. Learn to integrate FS pedagogy across diverse curricula, from STEAM to cultural studies, and discover how math, science, and engineering can thrive in the forest setting. Reflect on your own training and its application, while exploring nature-based STEM/STEAM learning.

This activity has a required evaluation

  • Credits: 15
  • Enrolled: 2/10
  • Wait: 0/0

12. BrainPOP: Multimedia Learning for Conceptual Understanding

Program: Model Schools

Dates: 6/11/2026

Meeting Times: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Location: Zoom link will be sent out prior to training

Explore how BrainPOP can support inquiry-based learning and conceptual understanding across content areas. Participants will learn to leverage multimedia resources for formative assessment, background knowledge building, and differentiated instruction, with tips for both elementary and secondary classrooms.
  • Enrolled: 2/50
  • Wait: 0/0

13. Sullivan County Data Leaders Meeting

Program: School Improvement

Dates: 6/11/2026

Meeting Times: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Location: Sullivan BOCES Admin - 15 Sullivan Ave, Liberty, N

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These meetings are an opportunity for data leaders in Sullivan County districts to exchange ideas and information on best practices in data collection, reporting, analysis, privacy, and security, as well as to keep up to date on reporting deadlines, changes in regulations, and challenges specific to Sullivan County districts.
  • Enrolled: 1/15
  • Wait: 0/0

14. Library & Media Resources: What They Are and Where to Find Them

Program: Model Schools

Dates: 6/18/2026

Meeting Times: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Location: Zoom link will be sent out prior to training

Learn how to access district library databases, e-books, streaming media, and other licensed resources for classroom and student use so that you're ready to use them on Day 1 next school year.
  • Enrolled: 2/50
  • Wait: 0/0