Frontline Education

1. A.I.opoly: The New Property on the K-12 Education Board - Summer Asynchronous Conference

Program: Model Schools - Instructional Specialist- CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: K-12 educators, tech integrators, district leaders, curriculum designers, and librarians

Dates: 7/7/2025

Welcome to A.I.opoly, where artificial intelligence becomes the newest-and most disruptive-property on the K-12 education board. This asynchronous conference invites educators, leaders, technologists, and policy shapers to explore the transformative role of AI in our schools-on their own time and at their own pace.

Through engaging session, participants will navigate how AI is reshaping teaching, learning, assessment, equity, and digital citizenship in the K-12 space.

Whether you're just passing "Go” or deep in the game, this conference offers a space to:

Examine current and emerging AI tools in education

Discuss the ethical and practical implications of AI use with students

Reimagine curriculum and pedagogy in an AI-augmented world

Share success stories, resources, and roadblocks from the field

Keynote Speaker: Katie Sabourin, Assistant Vice President for Digital Learning at St. John Fisher University and Lead Consultant at InnovateEd Consulting

Katie brings a visionary perspective to the intersection of digital learning, innovation, and leadership in education. Her keynote will spark conversation and reflection on how AI can be harnessed to promote meaningful, inclusive, and forward-thinking learning environments.

Game Rules? There are none-just possibilities.

Come roll the digital dice, collect ideas, and build your district's AI strategy one property at a time.

LIST OF SESSIONS WITH DESCRIPTIONS

*subject to change

Link to materials will be shared on July 7th

Date and time are for Frontline purposes only.

2. SPP Indicator 13 Workday: Prepare for the Review

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Dates: 7/15/2025

School districts reporting for NYSED State Performance Plan Indicator 13 during the 2024-2025 school year are invited to attend a workday to prepare. The session will review and highlight information from the SPP 13 Required Regional Learning all Directors/ CSE Chairs have already attended, discuss common errors found during the review, and allow time to review transition assessments and IEP documents. Districts are welcome to attend as a team and strongly encouraged to bring documents.

3. FBA-BIP Toolkit (Virtual)

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: District and Building-level School Administrators, CSE Chairpersons, Family and Community Engagement staff

Dates: 7/17/2025

This FBA/BIP Toolkit training provides participants the opportunity to take a close look at the NYSED regulatory requirements for districts and schools to conduct FBAs and develop BIPs. Throughout the session, we will explore and discover the 7 steps needed of a team problem-solving model and discuss the necessary regulatory components of each step, including progress monitoring. Participants will have opportunities to reflect upon their current process. So, whether this is your starting place to learn about the foundations of NYSED regulatory requirements pertaining to FBAs and BIPs, or if you need to adjust your systems and identify gaps in your current processes, or if you have strong systems but want to build in fidelity checks to sustain what you are doing well, this training will provide something for you. A ZOOM link will be sent 24 hours in advance of the training.

4. Developing a Standards-Based IEP (focus on ELA Standards)

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: General and special education teachers, psychologists, related service providers, Committee on Special Education (CSE) chairpersons, administrators who may be in a dual administrative role as chairpersons or directors of special education

Dates: 7/17/2025

Participants will develop an understanding of the components of a quality standards-based IEP designed to provide students with disabilities access to the general education curriculum. In addition, participants will be given a resource, (ELA Next Generation (NGLS) Standards and Skills Continuum) that aids in the alignment of IEPs to learning standards. Educators may use this resource to help link students' skill deficits to grade level standards for the purposes of instruction and annual goals development. Participants will be provided work time to review and develop their own IEPs.

5. LETRS for Administrators

Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: School Administrators and Instructional Leaders/Coaches

Dates: 7/22/2025 to 7/23/2025

LETRS for Administrators is a course of study that aims to help instructional leaders improve their school literacy structures and outcomes.

LETRS for Administrators helps literacy leaders:

Understand the importance of implementing a holistic literacy initiative

Learn how to select literacy curricula and assessments

Build empowered educators by giving them the support they need on their own LETRS journey

Gain access to practical tools and guides to implement a successful and sustainable literacy initiative

The research-based course complements LETRS, and guides state, district, or building leaders in implementing research-based, multi-tiered instruction. The course provides components to create a comprehensive implementation plan for a literacy initiative. It takes into consideration systems thinking, implementation science, change management, and leadership research.

Lunch is on your own

6. Distinguishing Language Acquisition from Learning Disabilities in English Language Learners

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Dates: 7/22/2025

Data shows that NYS English Language Learners (ELLs) are disproportionately identified as students with disabilities. This training will provide participants with background information on ELLs, students with disabilities and multi tired systems of support (MTSS). The training will also provide participants with information on how to decipher between a language difference and a learning disability, the identification process and state guidance. Please email Emily_Inguaggiato@boces.monroe.edu with any questions.

7. Explicit Instruction: An Evidence-Based Practice for Effective and Long-Term Learning

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: Special education teachers, general education teachers, coaches, instructional support staff, administrators

Dates: 7/22/2025

This explicit instruction training package is intended to support participants' knowledge of explicit instruction and teachers' abilities to effectively implement explicit instruction. Explicit instruction is a high leverage practice that has been proven to be effective for all students, including special education students. Research has shown higher achievement results for students with disabilities in both reading and math after receiving explicit instruction. If you have any questions, please reach out to deena_fairchild@boces.monroe.edu

8. 🎬 Stop Motion Magic: Creating Engaging Videos with Pizza Box Green Screens & Book Creator

Program: Model Schools - Instructional Specialist- CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: K-12 educators

Dates: 7/22/2025

Transform pizza boxes into DIY green screens and discover the creative power of stop motion animation in this hands-on workshop designed for K-12 educators. You'll learn to plan, film, and edit captivating stop motion videos using simple materials like small objects, Lego, playdough, paper and more! Explore storytelling challenges that spark imagination while gaining practical ideas for integrating stop motion into subjects like ELA, Science, Math, and Social Studies. The session also includes a demonstration of Book Creator, where you'll see how to embed your stop motion videos into digital books, adding text, narration, and reflections for a polished multimedia project. By the end of this experience (complete with a pizza lunch!), you'll walk away with a ready-to-use green screen pizza box and resources to inspire creativity in your classroom.

9. Discipline Procedures for Students with Disabilities

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: District/building level administrators – may include: superintendents, directors of special education, directors of pupil personnel services, CSE chairpersons, principals, deans of students, etc.

Dates: 7/23/2025

This training package is designed for district/building level administrators to gain a better understanding of the process related to discipline for students with disabilities as per the Part 201 of the Commissioner's Regulations. This professional development supports the administrator's understanding of the regulatory requirements and the administrative responsibilities, as they relate to discipline, and are aligned to state law to ensure district compliance. Participants will increase their knowledge of policies, regulations, and best practices related to suspension, removal, and behavioral supports related to implementing discipline for students with disabilities. Participants will receive a recorded portion of the PD one week prior to the live session to review.

10. SPP Indicator 13 Required Regional Learning

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Dates: 7/23/2025

Special Education Quality Assurance (SEQA) conducts the State Performance Plan (SPP) 13: Secondary Transition compliance review in the Fall of the school year a district is scheduled for monitoring of SPP Indicator 13 (in accordance with the six-year monitoring cycle). The purpose of this training is to review key concepts of this compliance review to ensure districts are developing individualized education programs (IEPs) for students aged 15 and over that meet SPP Indicator 13 compliance requirements. Districts are required to complete this training the school year prior to undergoing this review. This training is focused on meeting compliance for SPP Indicator 13.

11. Student Involvement in the Individualized Education Program (IEP)

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Dates: 7/24/2025

The purpose of this training package is to promote and encourage student and family involvement in the IEP development process and CSE meetings. Tools, resources, and research-based content are embedded throughout the training to give grounding to the concepts that enhance student participation and parent involvement in student-directed IEPs. Participants will identify ways to meaningfully engage and promote student participation in the Individualized Education Program (IEP) development and Committee on Special Education (CSE) meeting and discuss how to build and encourage their child's self-determination skills.

12. CSE Chairperson Training

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Dates: 7/29/2025 to 7/31/2025

This training was developed by the NYS Education Department Office of Special Education to provide district staff acting in the chairperson role with a best practice approach to the CPSE/CSE process. This training will include the following modules: Regulatory Foundations, Referral, Evaluation, Eligibility, Recommendation/IEP Development, IEP Implementation, Annual Review, Reevaluation, Effective Meetings and the CPSE Process. This will be an in-person training for all dates. Any questions and comments can be directed to Alissa Mayer, alissa_mayer@boces.monroe.edu, 585-383-6677

13. ASYNCHRONOUS- Foundations of Effective Reading Instruction: Understanding the Science of Reading

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

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

Dates: 7/30/2025

The purpose of this training is to help participants gain a greater understanding of what the Science of Reading has determined to be the foundational skills that are needed in order to become a proficient reader. Participants will explore current instructional practices in reading and the impact it has on reading proficiency. The training will also provide context for the importance of effective reading instruction and the impact that it has on equity for all students. NOTE: This training requires participants to view, interact and submit written responses to online modules in order to receive CTLE credit hours. There will be a virtual follow up session via Zoom to connect and answer any questions participants have. MODULES WILL BE SENT VIA EMAIL DIRECTLY TO PARTICIPANTS AFTER REGISTERING. Please reach out if you have any questions. Kate Wroblewski catherine_wroblewski@boces.monroe.edu

14. CPSE Chairperson Training

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Dates: 8/5/2025

Participants will gain an understanding of NYSED Regulations to help ensure compliance with CPSE procedures and timelines. Roles of the different CPSE members will be discussed as well as how to encourage and facilitate participation of parents in the provision of preschool special education services for their child. Strategies for ensuring that everyone at the CPSE meeting understands the child's individual evaluation will be presented. Discussion regarding the referral process, transition from the Early Intervention system, and obtaining parent consent will be included. Also included will be the development of a preschool IEP, the preschool continuum of services and the State Performance Plan Accountability system, highlighting SPP # 7 for entry and exit information.

15. Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) for Administrators

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Dates: 8/5/2025

This training is intended to further develop administrator's knowledge of SDI, including how it should be designed and developed based on individual student need to address their learning barriers. Administrators will be able to define SDI, differentiate SDI from general education, identify what SDI looks like in the classroom, and gain necessary skills for supervision of implementation of SDI.

16. ASYNCHRONOUS Creating a Welcoming and Affirming Environment

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Dates: 8/5/2025

Creating Welcoming and Affirming Learning Environments is one of four high leverage principles identified in the Culturally Responsive-Sustaining Education (CRSE) Framework. When students feel like they belong at school, they have fewer absences, fewer disciplinary infractions, higher graduation rates, as well as increased engagement, self-esteem, and attitudes. Students with disabilities and students of different cultural backgrounds are less likely to feel like they have a positive relationship with their teacher and that their identities and abilities are valued and affirmed in school. NOTE: This training requires participants to view, interact and submit written responds to in order to receive CTLE credit hours. There will be a virtual follow up session via Zoom to connect and answer any questions participants have. An email with a link to the training and activities will be sent out 2 weeks prior to the scheduled Zoom (August 5, 2025 @ 9am) along with the Zoom link. Please email Emily_Inguaggiato@boces.monroe.edu with any questions.

17. SPP Indicator 13 Workday: Prepare for the Review

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Dates: 8/5/2025

School districts reporting for NYSED State Performance Plan Indicator 13 during the 2024-2025 school year are invited to attend a workday to prepare. The session will review and highlight information from the SPP 13 Required Regional Learning all Directors/ CSE Chairs have already attended, discuss common errors found during the review, and allow time to review transition assessments and IEP documents. Districts are welcome to attend as a team and strongly encouraged to bring documents.

18. Science of Reading for Administrators: The First Steps

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: Administrators

Dates: 8/5/2025

This training helps administrators gain a greater understanding of what the Science of Reading has determined to be the foundational skills needed to become a proficient reader. Participants will explore current instructional practices in reading and the impact they have on reading proficiency. The training will also provide context for the importance of effective reading instruction and the impact that it has on equity for all students. To overcome equity barriers, school leaders need to support educators in utilizing systemic, explicit instruction to teach the skills supported by the science of reading. This training also highlights ineffective practices and why those may not be working; this is intended to inform leadership support of teachers implementing research-based and effective reading instruction. If you have any questions about this training, please reach out to one of the presenters.

19. Family Guide to Transition Planning: Preparing Students for Life After High School

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Dates: 8/6/2025

The purpose of the Family Guide to Transition Planning-Preparing Students with Disabilities for Life After High School is to assist families in understanding the transition planning process specifically from high school to life after high school. When families are knowledgeable about the transition process and invited to participate by Educational Organizations (EOs), students with disabilities experience improved post-school outcomes in the areas of employment, postsecondary education, and independent living. This session is open to families and caregivers, students, community agency representatives, educational professionals and anyone else supporting students with disabilities. It is an in-person session.

20. SPP Indicator 13 Required Regional Learning

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Dates: 8/6/2025

Special Education Quality Assurance (SEQA) conducts the State Performance Plan (SPP) 13: Secondary Transition compliance review in the Fall of the school year a district is scheduled for monitoring of SPP Indicator 13 (in accordance with the six-year monitoring cycle). The purpose of this training is to review key concepts of this compliance review to ensure districts are developing individualized education programs (IEPs) for students aged 15 and over that meet SPP Indicator 13 compliance requirements. Districts are required to complete this training the school year prior to undergoing this review. This training is focused on meeting compliance for SPP Indicator 13.

21. 2025 NYS Computer Science & Digital Fluency Summer Institute - Grades K - 8 (Smart Start)

Program: Model Schools - Instructional Specialist- CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: K - 8 Educators, Instructional Specialist, Curriculum Leaders

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

Hosted by Monroe One BOCES - Facilitated by NYSCATE - Funded by NYSED Smart Start Grant

4 Day Summer Institute (day 5 is optional) will immersed attendees in the NYS Computer Science and Digital Fluency Standards as well as the NYS Social Emotional Learning Benchmarks. Each session will include inclusion activities, engaging strategy, brain breaks and optimistic closings. Educators will experience the standards at work and facilitators will model the standards and instructional technology integration throughout the 4 days while using research artifacts such as articles, videos, and learning experience to increase the knowledge of the attendees. Overarching NYS Computer Science and Digital Fluency Standards will be embedded throughout the entire experience are Digital Literacy Standards and Impact of Computing Standards. Educators will adapt and/or create new lessons/units tied to the learning throughout the cohort to integrate the NYS CSDF Standards.

The four-day Summer Institute includes:

Day #1 - Overview of standards and the "Why", Scope of the Year Ahead, Introduction to Computational Thinking, and Explore & Experience Computational Thinking

Day #2 - Explore and experience the Impacts of Computing and Networks & System Design Concept areas. TPACK Framework integration

Day #3 - Explore and experience the Cybersecurity Concept & Digital Literacy Standards areas and interactive stations with plugged and unplugged learning experiences.

Day #4 - Lesson Creation and presentation, Portfolio Overview

Day #5 - Optional - facilitated work time on lesson adaptation and portfolio creation

Attendees: Please bring computer, lesson and or unit to adapt, and lunch

For full details of the summer institute, please visit Smart Start Summer Institute Details

22. ASYNCHRONOUS. The Language of Classroom Management: Promoting Positive Teacher-Student Interactions and Relationships

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: Administrators, teachers, other service providers, other school staff

Dates: 8/12/2025

Closed

ASYNCHRONOUS This multiple module training package is designed for PreK-12th grade educators who would like more information on positive behavior support- classroom management strategies including: 1) arranging the physical environment, 2) defining, teaching, and acknowledging expectations and rules, 3) defining and teaching classroom procedures and routines, 4) active supervision, 5) behavior specific praise, 6) response strategies for inappropriate behavior, 7) class-wide group contingencies, and 8) multiple opportunities to respond. Participants must register in Frontline by July 22nd. At that time, participants will receive electronic materials for the training to engage with on their own time. A virtual hangout will be held August 12th from 7:30-8:30 to discuss the content and answer questions. A Zoom link will be sent one week in advance of the hangout for registered participants. Participants must attend the Zoom hangout on August 12th to receive CTLE credit.

23. ASYNCHRONOUS Explicit Instruction: An Evidence-Based Strategy for Effective and Long-Term Learning

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: Special education teachers, general education teachers, coaches, instructional support staff, administrators

Dates: 8/19/2025

Wait List

This explicit instruction training package is intended to support participants' knowledge of explicit instruction and teachers' abilities to effectively implement explicit instruction. Explicit instruction is a high leverage practice that has proven to be effective for special education (and general education) students. Research has shown higher achievement results for students with disabilities in both reading and math after receiving explicit instruction. This training will be asynchronous with a 1-hour follow-up zoom on August 19th from 8:30am-9:30am. The content will be emailed to participants by July 1st on a wakelet with activities submitted through a Microsoft form. If you have any questions, please reach out to Allison Pryor at allison_pryor@boces.monroe.edu

24. ASYNCHRONOUS Explicit Vocabulary Instruction

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

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

Dates: 8/19/2025

The purpose of this training is for participants to be able to explain the importance of robust vocabulary instruction for students in the elementary grades. The training will explain how explicit instruction can be applied to vocabulary instruction. Participants will learn how to describe key features of vocabulary instruction and identify ways to incorporate vocabulary instruction into different parts of the school day. If you have any questions, please reach out to Deena Fairchild deena_fairchild@boces.monroe.edu This training will be asynchronous with a 1-hour follow-up zoom on August 19th from 10:30am-11:30am. The content will be emailed to participants by July 1st on a wakelet with activities submitted through a Microsoft form. Participants must attend the Zoom hangout on August 19th to receive CTLE credit.

25. The Rochester Area Alternative Education Forum

Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: Educators: Specifically, those who are interested in or currently involved with alternative education methods and programs. This can include teachers, administrators, and support staff looking to share best practices, innovative strategies, and resources. 2. Educational Leaders and Administrators: Those who oversee alternative education programs or are considering implementing such programs in their schools or districts.

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

The Rochester Area Alternative Education Forum is a dynamic professional community designed specifically for educators seeking to collaborate on innovative teaching strategies and alternative education practices. It provides a platform where educators can share resources, exchange ideas, and develop new approaches to meet the diverse needs of their students. Through regular meetings, and online discussions, participants can collaborate on curriculum development, discuss the implementation of alternative education models, and explore best practices for student engagement and success. The forum fosters a supportive network of professionals dedicated to enhancing educational outcomes through creativity, flexibility, and mutual support.

26. FBA/BIP Toolkit

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: District and Building-level School Administrators, CSE Chairpersons, Family and Community Engagement staff

Dates: 9/15/2025

New

This FBA/BIP Toolkit training provides participants the opportunity to take a close look at the NYSED regulatory requirements for districts and schools to conduct FBAs and develop BIPs. Throughout the session, we will explore and discover the 7 steps needed of a team problem-solving model and discuss the necessary regulatory components of each step, including progress monitoring. Participants will have opportunities to reflect upon their current process. So, whether this is your starting place to learn about the foundations of NYSED regulatory requirements pertaining to FBAs and BIPs, or if you need to adjust your systems and identify gaps in your current processes or if you have strong systems but want to build in fidelity checks to sustain what you are doing well, this training will provide something for you.

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

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

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

Dates: 9/17/2025

New

The purpose of this training is to help participants gain a greater understanding of what the Science of Reading has determined to be the foundational skills that are needed in order to become a proficient reader. Participants will explore current instructional practices in reading and the impact it has on reading proficiency. The training will also provide context for the importance of effective reading instruction and the impact that it has on equity for all students. NOTE: This training requires participants to view, interact and submit written responds to online modules in order to receive CTLE credit hours. There will be a virtual follow up session via Zoom to connect and answer any questions participants have. MODULES WILL BE SENT VIA EMAIL DIRECTLY TO PARTICPANTS AFTER REGISTERING. Please reach out if you have any questions: Kate Wroblewski catherine_wroblewski@boces.monroe.edu

28. Student Involvement in the Individualized Education Program (IEP)

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Dates: 9/19/2025

The purpose of this training package is to promote and encourage student and family involvement in the IEP development process and CSE meetings. Tools, resources, and research-based content are embedded throughout the training to give grounding to the concepts that enhance student participation and parent involvement in student-directed IEPs. Participants will identify ways to meaningfully engage and promote student participation in the Individualized Education Program (IEP) development and Committee on Special Education (CSE) meeting and discuss how to build and encourage their child's self-determination skills.

29. ASYNCHRONOUS Explicit Instruction: An Evidence-Based Strategy for Effective and Long-Term Learning

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: Special education teachers, general education teachers, coaches, instructional support staff, administrators

Dates: 9/23/2025

New

This explicit instruction training package is intended to support participants' knowledge of explicit instruction and teachers' abilities to effectively implement explicit instruction. Explicit instruction is a high leverage practice that has proven to be effective for special education (and general education) students. Research has shown higher achievement results for students with disabilities in both reading and math after receiving explicit instruction. This training will be asynchronous with a 1-hour follow-up zoom on September 23rd, from 7:30am-8:30am. The content will be on a wakelet with activities submitted through a Microsoft form. Materials will be emailed directly participants after registering. If you have any questions, please reach out to Allison Pryor at allison_pryor@boces.monroe.edu

30. Science of Reading for Administrators: The First Steps

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: Administrators, Instructional Coaches, MTSS Coordinators

Dates: 9/24/2025

New

This training helps administrators gain a greater understanding of what the Science of Reading has determined to be the foundational skills needed to become a proficient reader. Participants will explore current instructional practices in reading and the impact they have on reading proficiency. The training will also provide context for the importance of effective reading instruction and the impact that it has on equity for all students. To overcome equity barriers, school leaders need to support educators in utilizing systemic, explicit instruction to teach the skills supported by the science of reading. This training also highlights ineffective practices and why those may not be working; this is intended to inform leadership support of teachers implementing research-based and effective reading instruction. We encourage district/ building level teams to come together. There will be time for collaboration and exploration of resources. If you have any questions about this training, please reach out to Kate Wroblewski catherine_wroblewski@boces.monroe.edu

31. SPP Indicator 13 Required Regional Learning

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Dates: 9/25/2025

Special Education Quality Assurance (SEQA) conducts the State Performance Plan (SPP) 13: Secondary Transition compliance review in the Fall of the school year a district is scheduled for monitoring of SPP Indicator 13 (in accordance with the six-year monitoring cycle). The purpose of this training is to review key concepts of this compliance review to ensure districts are developing individualized education programs (IEPs) for students aged 15 and over that meet SPP Indicator 13 compliance requirements. Districts are required to complete this training the school year prior to undergoing this review. This training is focused on meeting compliance for SPP Indicator 13.

32. Building Thinking Classroom Virtual Book Study

Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Dates: 9/25/2025 to 1/29/2026

Join colleagues from across the region in a virtual, collaborative book study of Peter Liljedahl's Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics. This 5-part series explores the 14 research-based practices that transform math classrooms into spaces where deep thinking, problem-solving, and student engagement thrive. Participants will read and discuss selected chapters between sessions, engage in reflective dialogue, and plan ways to implement key strategies in their own classrooms. Whether you're new to BTC or already experimenting with the framework, this series provides structured support and a professional learning community to deepen your practice. Participants are to purchase their own copy of the book, Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics, by Peter Liljedahl, and read chapters 1-3 prior to the first session. In addition to the virtual meeting hours, participants will be given asynchronous credit hours for work between each session.

33. ASYNCHRONOUS: De-escalation- Increasing Instructional Time and Student Performance Utilizing De-escalation Strategies

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: Target Audience(s): School Psychologists and Counselors who work with and support students in preschool through 12th grade. • General Education Teachers • Special Education Teachers • Related Service Providers • Administrator

Dates: 9/30/2025

This training package empowers educators to understand and effectively manage the conflict cycle of behavior. Participants will ground themselves in a common understanding of the phases of acting-out behavior and how to effectively manage unexpected social, emotional and behavioral situations in the classroom. Participants will learn to recognize and respond to acting-out behavior with de-escalation strategies tailored to each phase of the acting-out cycle. Equipped with this knowledge, educators will build their toolbox of techniques aimed at fostering a safer and more conducive learning environment that increases instructional time and improves student performance. Participants will:

• Learn the phases of the conflict cycle of behavior

• Identify de-escalation strategies for responding to students at different stages of acting-out behavior

• Apply an appropriate evidenced-based strategy for the stage of acting-out cycle that increases the likelihood the conflict will be resolved and not continued. The content for this training package will be delivered Asynchronously and will have a follow-up live zoom session to review and discuss learned content. Participants must attend live zoom session to receive CTEL credit. Participants will be e-mailed materials two weeks prior to the live zoom session. Participants must be registered before September 16 to receive materials

34. Excellence Through the Math Practices Project Year 4: MONROE 1 DISTRICTS ONLY

Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Dates: 10/2/2025 to 6/4/2026

Welcome to year four of the Excellence Through the Math Practices Project! Join us again or for the first time! Building on our previous work exploring equitable instruction through the Next Generation Learning Standards, this year's focus will be on implementing the key concepts from the NYS Math Briefs through the 8 Mathematical Practices. Together, we will deepen our understanding of how these practices can actively promote numeracy skill development and support MTSS frameworks to create math classrooms that are truly equitable for ALL students. This collaborative team is open to all math educators eager to lead and refine strategies that foster reasoning, strategic thinking, and meaningful problem-solving. Join us as we translate research-based insights into powerful instructional actions that enhance student success across diverse learning needs.

35. Regional Math Leaders MONROE 1 DISTRICTS

Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: Math Leaders, Administrators, Teacher Leaders

Dates: 10/7/2025 to 6/9/2026

This year, the Regional Math Leaders Group will focus on leading the work of implementing the NYS Numeracy Briefs as we examine and strengthen K-12 math systems across our region. Building on our ongoing commitment to equitable instruction and deep numeracy skill development, this group will provide a platform to receive updates and guidance from NYSED, collaboratively analyze system-wide practices, and share strategies to support student success in math. Meetings will be held virtually via Zoom, with invitations sent the day before to all registered participants. Join us to stay informed, lead meaningful change, and advance the goals of the Numeracy Briefs throughout your schools and districts.

36. Math Practices: Look-Fors For Leaders

Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Dates: 10/8/2025

New

This professional development session supports school and district leaders in deepening their understanding of the 8 Mathematical Practices in the Next Generation Mathematics Standards. Participants will explore how to foster a culture of mathematical thinking, identify opportunities for teacher growth, and implement strategies that encourage risk-taking, innovation, and continuous reflection. Leaders will develop actionable plans to integrate the 8 Practices into professional development and teacher evaluation systems-supporting sustainable improvement in instruction, engagement, and achievement. Ideal for administrators, instructional leaders, and curriculum teams committed to elevating mathematics teaching and learning. This session is aligned with NYS 2025 Numeracy Initiative Brief #8.

37. FBA/BIP Toolkit

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: District and Building-level School Administrators, CSE Chairpersons, Family and Community Engagement staff

Dates: 10/9/2025

New

This FBA/BIP Toolkit training provides participants the opportunity to take a close look at the NYSED regulatory requirements for districts and schools to conduct FBAs and develop BIPs. Throughout the session, we will explore and discover the 7 steps needed of a team problem-solving model and discuss the necessary regulatory components of each step, including progress monitoring. Participants will have opportunities to reflect upon their current process. So, whether this is your starting place to learn about the foundations of NYSED regulatory requirements pertaining to FBAs and BIPs, or if you need to adjust your systems and identify gaps in your current processes or if you have strong systems but want to build in fidelity checks to sustain what you are doing well, this training will provide something for you.

38. Implementing Building Thinking Classrooms: A Regional Collaborative Series

Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: K–12 Mathematics Educators, Coaches, and Instructional Leaders

Dates: 10/15/2025 to 5/20/2026

Join our regional initiative to implement Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics by Peter Liljedahl-a framework of 14 research-based strategies designed to foster deep mathematical thinking, collaboration, and engagement in K-12 students. Aligned with the New York State Standards for Mathematical Practice, BTC emphasizes student-centered problem-solving and reasoning. This collaborative professional learning series supports educators at all stages of the BTC journey-from those new to the framework to experienced practitioners refining their approach. Each session will include: Experiencing and facilitating a BTC task Collaborative planning and strategy design Sharing of best practices, classroom experiences, and student outcomes Note: Each participant is expected to have already read the book: Building Thinking Classrooms by Peter Liljedahl and to bring a copy for reference.

39. How to Foster and Support Self-Determination in All Students

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Dates: 10/16/2025

Self-Determination is a research-based predictor of post-school success in the areas of education, employment, and independent living. The purpose of this training is to foster and support the development of self-determination skills for students of all ages utilizing a collaborative school and family approach. It provides participants with foundational concepts, resources, and strategies to implement and incorporate practices that promote the development of self-determination throughout a student's day and across all ages.

40. Math Regents Roundtable

Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Dates: 10/21/2025 to 5/12/2026

New

Welcome to the 2025-26 Regents Roundtable, a collaborative forum for Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II teachers, special educators, and math specialists to explore the Next Gen Math Standards, refine our teaching strategies and classroom practices, and prepare for the new-format Regents exams (with Geometry rolled out in June 2025 and Algebra II in June 2026. Our first session will begin with a math task, followed by a discussion of the standards and upcoming exams, and a planning conversation that will shape the agendas for our subsequent meetings; each session will include a full-group task before we break into course-specific groups to dig deeper and to collaborate.

41. Picture Books that Strengthen Early Math Concepts

Program: Library Services - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: PreK-6 School Librarians

Dates: 10/29/2025

New

This professional development session will empower librarians with strategies to use picture books as a powerful tool for strengthening early math concepts in young students. Picture books naturally integrate mathematical thinking-through counting, patterns, spatial awareness, problem-solving, and more, making them an engaging way to introduce foundational math skills in a developmentally appropriate manner.

Participants will explore a curated selection of picture books that support early math literacy and discover ways to incorporate them into storytime, guided activities, and independent exploration. The session will include booktalking and practical ideas for integrating math-rich storytelling into library programming.

This is geared towards primary/elementary school librarians.

42. Closing the Math Achievement Gap: Strategies for Middle and High School Educators

Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: 6-12 Math Educators, Coaches, Leaders

Dates: 10/30/2025

This comprehensive one-day professional development (PD) package is designed to equip educators with effective strategies to support students who have fallen behind in mathematics. This professional development emphasizes practical, research-based approaches to accelerate learning and close achievement gaps. Ties to NYS Numeracy Briefs #3,4,5

43. Function Based Thinking (FBT): Applying a Proactive Process to Support Student Behavior in the Classroom

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: Preschool/K-12 Educators

Dates: 10/30/2025

New

This training package offers an overview of challenging behaviors, the behavior pathway, and the function-based thinking process. Function-based thinking is a Tier 1 support that can be used for all students, which requires teachers to informally gather data on student behavior, analyze the behavioral data and use the behavior pathway to determine the function of the behavior, and to match interventions to the function of the student's behavior.

44. NYS Numeracy Briefs: A Roadmap to High Quality Math Practice

Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: K-12 Math Teachers, Instructional Coaches, Instructional Leaders, Administrators

Dates: 11/5/2025

New

This full-day workshop integrates the foundational and sustaining practices from the NYSED Numeracy Briefs series-driven by evidence-based strategies to boost math instruction, student engagement, and instructional leadership. Participants actively explore all eight briefs through interactive sessions, reflection, and collaborative planning. **Please Note: There will also be follow up zoom sessions focusing on each brief and are entered into Frontline separately. **

45. CPSE Chairperson Training

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Dates: 11/6/2025

Participants will gain an understanding of NYSED Regulations to help ensure compliance with CPSE procedures and timelines. Roles of the different CPSE members will be discussed as well as how to encourage and facilitate participation of parents in the provision of preschool special education services for their child. Strategies for ensuring that everyone at the CPSE meeting understands the child's individual evaluation will be presented. Discussion regarding the referral process, transition from the Early Intervention system, and obtaining parent consent will be included. Also included will be the development of a preschool IEP, the preschool continuum of services and the State Performance Plan Accountability system, highlighting SPP # 7 for entry and exit information.

46. SPP Indicator 13 Required Regional Learning

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Dates: 11/13/2025

Special Education Quality Assurance (SEQA) conducts the State Performance Plan (SPP) 13: Secondary Transition compliance review in the Fall of the school year a district is scheduled for monitoring of SPP Indicator 13 (in accordance with the six-year monitoring cycle). The purpose of this training is to review key concepts of this compliance review to ensure districts are developing individualized education programs (IEPs) for students aged 15 and over that meet SPP Indicator 13 compliance requirements. Districts are required to complete this training the school year prior to undergoing this review. This training is focused on meeting compliance for SPP Indicator 13.

47. Disciplinary Change in Placement (DCIP) in the Suspension Process of Students with Disabilities @WFL BOCES Conference Center

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: Directors of Special Education, Committee on Special Education (CSE) Chairpersons, Superintendents, Assistant Superintendents, Building Principals, and Assistant Principals.

Dates: 11/17/2025

New

This half-day training package is designed for district/building level administrators to gain a better understanding of the process related to discipline for students with disabilities, with a focus on DCIP as per the part 201 of the Commissioner's Regulations. This professional development supports the administrator's understanding of the regulatory requirements, as they relate to DCIP.

48. Grounding Math Instruction: Research Foundations and Myth Busting (NYS Numeracy Briefs 1 and 2)

Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Dates: 11/19/2025

New

Explore the first two NYS Numeracy Briefs-"The Research Base for Mathematics Teaching and Learning” and "Debunking Myths about Mathematics Teaching and Learning”-as foundational pillars for high-quality, inclusive math instruction. Based on research synthesized by Dr. Deborah Loewenberg Ball and TeachingWorks, these briefs challenge long-standing misconceptions and introduce research-backed principles to support student learning across all levels. **This session is part of a series covering all NYS Numeracy Briefs. Each session is independent, and attendees must register separately for each one based on their individual needs.**

49. Using the FBA and BIP Process to Support Students needing Intensive Intervention

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: District and School level teams who are responsible for the development and implementation of the FBA, BIP and Progress monitoring

Dates: 11/20/2025 to 12/3/2025

New

Throughout this 2-day series, participants will build fluency with the theoretical foundations on which FBAs and BIPs are based (i.e., the behavioral pathway). They will understand and develop the skills necessary to complete the FBA; learn the components of the Competing Behavior Pathway (CBP) from which to develop the BIP and develop the skills necessary to monitor and evaluate the implementation and effectiveness of the student's BIP. Participants must attend both days. 

50. Understanding the Individualized Education Program (IEP)

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Dates: 11/21/2025

The purpose of Understanding the Individualized Education Program (IEP) is to gain a foundational understanding of the entire IEP process, including but not limited to the Committee on Special Education (CSE), the roles and responsibilities of all parties, the various components of the IEP, and the transition planning process.

51. Transition Assessments to Inform the Development of the IEP

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Dates: 12/3/2025

This training was developed to promote the use of age-appropriate transition assessment to help guide individualized education program (IEP) development. The goals of this training are to ensure participants can define transition assessment; identify transition assessments that are useful in developing post-secondary goals in the area of education/training, employment and independent living; and utilize transition assessment information to guide development of the IEP.

52. Transition in the IEP

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Dates: 12/8/2025

This training will provide participants with information on gathering and incorporating transition information into the Individualized Education Program (IEP). Participants will learn about and understand transition services and the practice of implementation as delineated by NYS Education Law and Regulations; capture and implement these practices into a clearly articulated process; develop practices that support appropriately developed IEPs; and increase the successful transition of youth with disabilities in New York State. Participants will also learn how to document transition planning and services within the IEP.

53. Craft and Create - A Hands-On Approach to Social-Emotional Learning in the Library

Program: Library Services - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: School Librarians in the Monroe One and Monroe 2 Regions

Dates: 12/12/2025

New

Join fellow school librarians for Craft and Create, a full-day professional development dedicated to exploring the intersection of crafting and social-emotional learning (SEL). This immersive experience will equip librarians with creative, hands-on activities that foster emotional growth, self-expression, and mindfulness in students-all within the welcoming space of the library.

Throughout the day, participants will:

-Learn new craft-based techniques designed to support SEL skills such as self-awareness, resilience, empathy, and emotional regulation.

-Engage in hands-on workshops covering art therapy-inspired projects, sensory activities, and collaborative creations that encourage reflection and community building.

-Discover ways to integrate crafting into library programming to support diverse learners in processing emotions and building interpersonal skills.

-Connect with peers to share ideas, strategies, and success stories in implementing SEL through creative expression.

By the end of Craft and Create, librarians will leave with a toolkit of ready-to-use activities, a renewed appreciation for the power of creativity, and the confidence to make their libraries a sanctuary for both artistic exploration and emotional growth.

This day will be a collaboration between Monroe One and Monroe 2 BOCES and is open only to school librarians in those regions.

54. Developing Digital Detectives - A Book Study for School Librarians

Program: Library Services - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: School Librarians

Dates: 12/12/2025

New

In today's AI-infused digital world, teaching students to critically evaluate information is more important than ever. This book study will guide school librarians through Developing Digital Detectives by Jennifer LaGarde and Darren Hudgins, a practical and insightful resource that empowers educators to foster media literacy skills in students.

Throughout the study, participants will explore key strategies from the book, including how to help students analyze sources, recognize misinformation, and build habits of inquiry. Each session will include discussions on core concepts, real-world applications, and collaborative activities to integrate these skills into library instruction.

Librarians will leave with:

-A deeper understanding of the book's framework for developing "digital detectives." -Practical strategies for teaching media literacy in engaging and meaningful ways. -Tools for evaluating sources and guiding students through critical thinking exercises. -A network of peers to share ideas and experiences in media literacy instruction.

By the end of this book study, librarians will be equipped with actionable approaches to help students navigate the digital landscape with confidence and curiosity.

This 10-week, asynchronous course will run from October 3-December 12th. This book is really geared for grades 3-8, but activities may be modified for lower or higher grade levels.

Monroe One SLS has a very limited number of books available to librarians in the Monroe One region who may not have a copy already.

55. Disciplinary Change in Placement (DCIP) in the Suspension Process of Students with Disabilities @ WFL BOCES Conference Center

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: Directors of Special Education, Committee on Special Education (CSE) Chairpersons, Superintendents, Assistant Superintendents, Building Principals, and Assistant Principals.

Dates: 12/15/2025

New

Required Regional Learning: This half-day training package is designed for district/building level administrators to gain a better understanding of the process related to discipline for students with disabilities, with a focus on Disciplinary Change in Placement (DCIP) as per the part 201 of the Commissioner's Regulations. This professional development supports the administrator's understanding of the regulatory requirements, as they relate to DCIP. Participants will have a deeper understanding regarding the regulations and systems surrounding DCIP. Improving systems and practices within EOs will lead to improved outcomes for all students.

56. Introducing Elementary Students to the World of Work

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: Special and general education elementary and middle school teachers, special and general education elementary and middle school administrators, work-based learning (WBL) coordinators, paraprofessionals, related services professionals, school counselors, transition coordinators, agency/community service providers or case managers.

Dates: 12/17/2025

This professional development package is a supplement to the Career Development Occupational Studies (CDOS) Learning Standards Across the Lifespan PD package. The purpose of Introducing Elementary Students to the World of Work is to understand the importance of beginning career development at the elementary age for students with disabilities, explore and expand elementary career development activities that support self and career awareness, identity and career exploration, enhance understanding of collaboration among schools, families, and community connections in elementary career development, and review resources and strategies to ensure elementary experiences are impactful and encouraged for elementary-aged students with disabilities and throughout elementary school. This is an asynchronous training with self-directed modules and a zoom follow up session.

57. High-Leverage Math Content: Building Deep Mathematical Competence (NYS Numeracy Brief 3)

Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: K-12 Math Teachers, Instructional Coaches, Instructional Leaders, Administrators

Dates: 12/17/2025

New

Delve into Numeracy Brief 3: High‑Leverage Mathematical Content, produced by Dr. Deborah Loewenberg Ball and TeachingWorks for NYSED. This session investigates what constitutes high‑leverage content-concepts, skills, and practices essential for students to think mathematically, reason flexibly, and apply math across grade levels and real-life contexts. **Please Note: This session is part of a series covering all NYS Numeracy Briefs. Each session is independent, and attendees must register separately for each one based on their individual needs.**

58. Disciplinary Change in Placement (DCIP) in the Suspension Process of Students with Disabilities @ Monroe 1 BOCES

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: Directors of Special Education, Committee on Special Education (CSE) Chairpersons, Superintendents, Assistant Superintendents, Building Principals, and Assistant Principals.

Dates: 1/7/2026

New

Required Regional Learning: This half-day training package is designed for district/building level administrators to gain a better understanding of the process related to discipline for students with disabilities, with a focus on Disciplinary Change in Placement (DCIP) as per the part 201 of the Commissioner's Regulations. This professional development supports the administrator's understanding of the regulatory requirements, as they relate to DCIP. Participants will have a deeper understanding regarding the regulations and systems surrounding DCIP. Improving systems and practices within EOs will lead to improved outcomes for all students.

59. FBA/BIP Day 3 Work Session

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: Prerequisite Using the FBA and BIP Process to Support Students Needing Intensive Intervention

Dates: 1/7/2026

New

This half-day work session is offered as an extension for all participants that have previously attended the 2-day FBA/BIP series within the 2025-2026 school year. During this supported work session, participants will be able to continue to build their fluency working with FBAs and BIPs by receiving technical assistance and guidance. Participants are encouraged to bring questions to guide technical assistance provided to their district/program. Prerequisite Using the FBA and BIP Process to Support Students Needing Intensive Intervention

60. Powerful Teaching Moves: High Leverage Mathematics Instruction (NYS Numeracy Brief 4)

Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: K-12 Math Teachers, Instructional Coaches, Instructional Leaders, Administrators

Dates: 1/14/2026

New

Dive into Numeracy Brief 4-High‑Leverage Instructional Practices-developed by Dr. Deborah Loewenberg Ball and TeachingWorks for NYSED. This session uncovers the core teaching practices that have the greatest impact on student learning, equity, and engagement in math across K-12 classrooms. **Please note: This session is part of a series covering all NYS Numeracy Briefs. Each session is independent, and attendees must register separately for each one based on their individual needs. **

61. Fundamentals of Work-Based Learning (WBL)

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: Educational and community agency professionals

Dates: 1/16/2026

The purpose of Fundamentals of WBL is to provide Educational Organizations (EOs) with the foundational knowledge of what high-quality WBL looks like in New York State (NYS) including but not limited to: exploring registered programs and unregistered experiences available to students with disabilities, reviewing the career development process and the NYS framework for WBL, infusing WBL into individual education programs (IEPs), and determining who the essential partners are in order to ensure students are receiving an individualized and collaborative experience. This is an in-person learning session.

62. Student Involvement in the Individualized Education Program (IEP)

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Dates: 2/5/2026

The purpose of this training package is to promote and encourage student and family involvement in the IEP development process and CSE meetings. Tools, resources, and research-based content are embedded throughout the training to give grounding to the concepts that enhance student participation and parent involvement in student-directed IEPs. Participants will identify ways to meaningfully engage and promote student participation in the Individualized Education Program (IEP) development and Committee on Special Education (CSE) meeting and discuss how to build and encourage their child's self-determination skills.

63. Transition in the IEP

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Dates: 2/11/2026

This training will provide participants with information on gathering and incorporating transition information into the Individualized Education Program (IEP). Participants will learn about and understand transition services and the practice of implementation as delineated by NYS Education Law and Regulations; capture and implement these practices into a clearly articulated process; develop practices that support appropriately developed IEPs; and increase the successful transition of youth with disabilities in New York State. Participants will also learn how to document transition planning and services within the IEP.

64. Assessment in Action: Insightful Tools for Equity-Rich Math Classrooms (NYS Numeracy Brief 5)

Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: K–12 Math Teachers, Instructional Coaches, Curriculum Leaders, and Administrators

Dates: 2/11/2026

New

This session centers on Brief 5, which explores how formative and informal assessments-conducted of and for learning-can shape equitable instruction, support student mathematical development, and foster a strong mathematical identity. **Note: This session is part of a series covering all NYS Numeracy Briefs. Each session is independent, and attendees must register separately for each one based on their individual needs.**

65. The Career Development and Occupational Studies (CDOS) Learning Standards Across the Lifespan: Connecting Knowledge to Skills

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: This training should be offered to wide audiences including, but not limited to, general and special education teachers and administrators, related service personnel, school counselors, agency representatives, families, and students.

Dates: 2/24/2026

This is an asynchronous training with self-directed modules and a zoom follow up session. The goals of this training are to ensure that participants will: 1. Identify foundational New York State (NYS) Part 100 Regulations and field memos related to career exploration and development in the classroom 2. Identify effective instructional design practices to teach academic and transition skills simultaneously 3. Apply the CDOS learning standards to all academic instruction across all grade levels 4. Recognize how the CDOS learning standards support all of the Multiple Pathways to Graduation and Exiting Credentials Transition-focused education means that a fundamental purpose of the education students receive is to prepare them for life after high school. When we have transition-focused education, all aspects of the educational experience connect back to this goal; it is the fundamental basis of the education the student is receiving both in school and at home. Research indicates the development of self-determination skills can (should) begin early, and the development of career development skills should begin before high school. Part 100.1(l) of the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education defines Career and Technical Education (CTE) as a kindergarten through adult program area of study that includes rigorous academic content closely aligned with career and technical subject matter, using the State learning standards for career development and occupational studies as a framework. The purpose of this training is to provide resources and strategies that practitioners and families can use to achieve these goals.

66. Engaging Students Through Multiple Representations (NYS Numeracy Brief 6)

Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: K–12 Math Teachers, Instructional Coaches, Curriculum Leaders, and Administrators

Dates: 3/11/2026

New

Dive into Brief 6, produced by Dr. Deborah Loewenberg Ball and TeachingWorks for NYSED, which examines the power and complexity of using multiple representations-physical, visual, symbolic, verbal, and contextual-to enhance student mathematical reasoning, problem-solving, and communication. Note: This session is part of a series covering all NYS Numeracy Briefs. Each session is independent, and attendees must register separately for each one based on their individual needs. **

67. NYS Diploma and Credential Options for Students with Disabilities

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Dates: 3/12/2026

The goals of this professional development are to ensure that participants understand the Multiple Pathways to Graduation as delineated in New York State laws and regulations. Safety Net options available to support graduation for students with disabilities will also be explored in addition to the requirements for the Skills and Achievement Commencement Credential and the Career Development and Occupational Studies (CDOS) Commencement Credential. Discussion of the importance and impact of supporting the self-determination of students to aid in the identification of Pathway options and throughout the transition planning process will also occur. This PD will be held virtually via zoom. Zoom link will be emailed to participants 24 hours prior.

68. Developing an Effective Student Exit Summary

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Dates: 3/27/2026

This training contains information on the development and provision of an effective exit summary for students with disabilities exiting school. It will cover both the traditional exit summary and the exit summary provided with the Skills and Achievement Commencement Credential. The expected outcomes for this training are to: Analyze the importance of students' self-determination skills in making the Student Exit Summary a meaningful and relevant document, learn the federal and state requirements for the Student Exit Summary, recognize and identify the required components of the Student Exit Summary, and identify a process for the development and issuance of the Student Exit Summary that that is student-centered.

69. Transition in the IEP

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Dates: 4/15/2026

This training will provide participants with information on gathering and incorporating transition information into the Individualized Education Program (IEP). Participants will learn about and understand transition services and the practice of implementation as delineated by NYS Education Law and Regulations; capture and implement these practices into a clearly articulated process; develop practices that support appropriately developed IEPs; and increase the successful transition of youth with disabilities in New York State. Participants will also learn how to document transition planning and services within the IEP.

70. Analyzing and Adapting Materials for Equity and Depth (NYS Numeracy Brief 7)

Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Dates: 4/15/2026

New

Explore Numeracy Brief 7, created by Dr. Deborah Loewenberg Ball and TeachingWorks for NYSED, which emphasizes the importance of thoughtfully analyzing, adapting, and implementing curriculum materials. Even high-quality programs can fall short without intentional teacher adjustments that support equity, cultural responsiveness, and deep mathematical engagement. **Note: This session is part of a series covering all NYS Numeracy Briefs. Each session is independent, and attendees must register separately for each one based on their individual needs.**

71. Using the FBA and BIP Process to Support Students needing Intensive Intervention

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: District and School level teams who are responsible for the development and implementation of the FBA, BIP and Progress monitoring

Dates: 5/5/2026 to 5/27/2026

New

Throughout this 2-day series, participants will build fluency with the theoretical foundations on which FBAs and BIPs are based (i.e., the behavioral pathway). They will understand and develop the skills necessary to complete the FBA; learn the components of the Competing Behavior Pathway (CBP) from which to develop the BIP and develop the skills necessary to monitor and evaluate the implementation and effectiveness of the student's BIP. Participants must attend both days. 

72. Fundamentals of Work-Based Learning (WBL)

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: Educational and community agency professionals

Dates: 5/7/2026

The purpose of Fundamentals of WBL is to provide Educational Organizations (EOs) with the foundational knowledge of what high-quality WBL looks like in New York State (NYS) including but not limited to: exploring registered programs and unregistered experiences available to students with disabilities, reviewing the career development process and the NYS framework for WBL, infusing WBL into individual education programs (IEPs), and determining who the essential partners are in order to ensure students are receiving an individualized and collaborative experience. This is an in-person learning session.

73. Leadership That Drives Math Success (NYS Numeracy Brief 8)

Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: Principals, Math instructional leaders, Instructional Coaches, Curriculum directors, and District Leaders

Dates: 5/13/2026

New

Dive into Brief 8-The Role of Leadership. This essential brief lays the groundwork: without strong leadership vision, structures, and support systems, even the best instructional strategies can't take hold. Participants will learn how to shape environments where math teaching flourishes equitably and sustainably. **Note:Note: This session is part of a series covering all NYS Numeracy Briefs. Each session is independent, and attendees must register separately for each one based on their individual needs. **

74. NYS Diploma and Credential Options for Students with Disabilities

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Dates: 5/15/2026

The goals of this professional development are to ensure that participants understand the Multiple Pathways to Graduation as delineated in New York State laws and regulations. Safety Net options available to support graduation for students with disabilities will also be explored in addition to the requirements for the Skills and Achievement Commencement Credential and the Career Development and Occupational Studies (CDOS) Commencement Credential. Discussion of the importance and impact of supporting the self-determination of students to aid in the identification of Pathway options and throughout the transition planning process will also occur.

75. Transition Assessments to Inform the Development of the IEP

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Dates: 5/29/2026

This training was developed to promote the use of age-appropriate transition assessment to help guide individualized education program (IEP) development. The goals of this training are to ensure participants can define transition assessment; identify transition assessments that are useful in developing post-secondary goals in the area of education/training, employment and independent living; and utilize transition assessment information to guide development of the IEP.

76. Book Party 2025: A Collaborative Book Review Experience for School Librarians

Program: Library Services - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: PreK-12 School Librarians in the Monroe One Region

Dates: 5/29/2026

New

Join fellow school librarians for Book Party, an engaging professional development opportunity designed to inspire conversation, collaboration, and informed collection development! In this interactive session, participants will read, write, and share book reviews, building a valuable resource for their libraries while discovering fresh titles to support student learning and engagement.

Throughout the event, librarians will:

-Select and review new books across various genres, formats, and reading levels.
-Share insights on literary merit, student appeal, and curriculum connections.
-Exchange reviews with colleagues to broaden perspectives and strengthen selection decisions.
-Build a communal database of trusted, peer-reviewed book recommendations for collection development.

Whether you're looking to diversify your collection, find hidden gems, or engage in meaningful discussions with fellow professionals, Book Party is the perfect space to celebrate reading, refine selection strategies, and strengthen your library's offerings.

You can earn up to 14 credits for your work in this asynchronous course. Each book you read and review will earn credits- the number of credits varies based on the type of book.

This session is only open to school librarians in the Monroe One and Monroe 2 regions.

77. NYS Diploma and Credential Options for Students with Disabilities

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Dates: 6/4/2026

The goals of this professional development are to ensure that participants understand the Multiple Pathways to Graduation as delineated in New York State laws and regulations. Safety Net options available to support graduation for students with disabilities will also be explored in addition to the requirements for the Skills and Achievement Commencement Credential and the Career Development and Occupational Studies (CDOS) Commencement Credential. Discussion of the importance and impact of supporting the self-determination of students to aid in the identification of Pathway options and throughout the transition planning process will also occur. This PD will be held virtually via zoom. Zoom link will be emailed to participants 24 hours prior.

78. FBA/BIP Day 3 Work Session

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: Prerequisite Using the FBA and BIP Process to Support Students Needing Intensive Intervention

Dates: 6/9/2026

New

This half-day work session is offered as an extension for all participants that have previously attended the 2-day FBA/BIP series within the 2025-2026 school year. During this supported work session, participants will be able to continue to build their fluency working with FBAs and BIPs by receiving technical assistance and guidance. Participants are encouraged to bring questions to guide technical assistance provided to their district/program. Prerequisite Using the FBA and BIP Process to Support Students Needing Intensive Intervention

79. Introducing Elementary Students to the World of Work

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: Special and general education elementary and middle school teachers, special and general education elementary and middle school administrators, work-based learning (WBL) coordinators, paraprofessionals, related services professionals, school counselors, transition coordinators, agency/community service providers or case managers.

Dates: 6/12/2026

This professional development package is a supplement to the Career Development Occupational Studies (CDOS) Learning Standards Across the Lifespan PD package. The purpose of Introducing Elementary Students to the World of Work is to understand the importance of beginning career development at the elementary age for students with disabilities, explore and expand elementary career development activities that support self and career awareness, identity and career exploration, enhance understanding of collaboration among schools, families, and community connections in elementary career development, and review resources and strategies to ensure elementary experiences are impactful and encouraged for elementary-aged students with disabilities and throughout elementary school. This is an asynchronous training with self-directed modules and a zoom follow up session.

80. The Career Development and Occupational Studies (CDOS) Learning Standards Across the Lifespan: Connecting Knowledge to Skills

Program: Mid West Regional Partnership Center - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: This training should be offered to wide audiences including, but not limited to, general and special education teachers and administrators, related service personnel, school counselors, agency representatives, families, and students.

Dates: 6/16/2026

This is an asynchronous training with self-directed modules and a zoom follow up session. The goals of this training are to ensure that participants will: 1. Identify foundational New York State (NYS) Part 100 Regulations and field memos related to career exploration and development in the classroom 2. Identify effective instructional design practices to teach academic and transition skills simultaneously 3. Apply the CDOS learning standards to all academic instruction across all grade levels 4. Recognize how the CDOS learning standards support all of the Multiple Pathways to Graduation and Exiting Credentials Transition-focused education means that a fundamental purpose of the education students receive is to prepare them for life after high school. When we have transition-focused education, all aspects of the educational experience connect back to this goal; it is the fundamental basis of the education the student is receiving both in school and at home. Research indicates the development of self-determination skills can (should) begin early, and the development of career development skills should begin before high school. Part 100.1(l) of the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education defines Career and Technical Education (CTE) as a kindergarten through adult program area of study that includes rigorous academic content closely aligned with career and technical subject matter, using the State learning standards for career development and occupational studies as a framework. The purpose of this training is to provide resources and strategies that practitioners and families can use to achieve these goals.

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