This workshop is an opportunity for school and district leaders to explore how AI can be used to support and advance their faculty. Participants will learn how AI tools can help teachers create more effective, differentiated, and standards-aligned lessons-while saving time and aligning with district expectations.
Administrators will explore a curated set of vetted AI platforms, discuss implementation best practices, and engage in guided conversations with peers about emerging AI policies and how to shape them for their schools.
Key Outcomes:

• Understand how AI can elevate teacher planning and instructional quality

• Preview trusted AI platforms that align with district goals

• Explore models for school and district AI policy

• Collaborate with peers on next steps for thoughtful implementation
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 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.

Join us for a tour of the latest and greatest updates to Google for Education! This session will cover recent releases related to Chromebooks, Google Classroom, and Gemini

Dive into project-based learning with a hands-on workshop focused on creating sustainable dwellings, coding, and community planning for elementary students.

Learn how to guide your students through a sustainability unit that explores:

• Eco-friendly living
• Building scaled models of homes using solar and wind-powered kits
• Designing model food trucks and creating their own food truck businesses

The experience will culminate in an exciting urban planning project, where students will design a large town that integrates their models and sustainable concepts.

Empower your students to think like urban planners and innovators!

Note: It is suggested that you bring your own tablet.

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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.

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.

The Instructional Technology Specialist Roundtable Meetings serve as a dynamic and collaborative community space for Instructional Technology Coaches and Specialists. Led by the Nassau BOCES Model Schools team, we engage in discussions covering a wide range of technology-related topics, including best integration practices, favorite/new programs, troubleshooting pressing technology (hardware, software, integration) issues, and more. The Roundtable meetings provide districts with the opportunity to leverage our collective expertise, thereby enhancing the utilization of technology within their respective districts.

Unlock the power of STEM and Digital Fluency education in your classroom with this hands-on workshop for educators.

Dive into the fascinating world of mechanisms through engaging experiences with mechanism kits and explore the Engineering Design Process from concept to creation. You'll gain practical skills in 3D printing and work with free CAD programs, all while aligning your lessons with Computer Science and Digital Fluency Learning Standards.

By the end of this session, you'll leave with:

• A comprehensive design portfolio
• Real-world connections to the CSDF standards
• Innovative strategies to inspire the next generation of problem-solvers

Note: It is suggested that you bring your own tablet.

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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.

Join us for a dynamic workshop designed to empower educators with the tools and strategies needed to teach digital citizenship, media literacy, and AI effectively!

Dive into a treasure trove of resources that will help your students:

• Master the essentials of digital media use
• Stay safe online
• Tackle cyberbullying
• Understand AI's role in their world

You'll walk away with:

• Ready-to-implement project ideas
• Engaging outreach strategies
• Thought-provoking debate topics on AI

Perfect for educators looking to make digital learning fun and impactful!

Note: It is suggested that you bring your own laptop.

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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.

Given the range of learning styles and abilities of students today, educators need technology and resources to accommodate and personalize learning. Apple builds accessibility features into every product, so everyone can use them in ways that work best for them. Join us for an interactive learning session to learn about built-in accessibility features on iPad. Breakfast will be served thanks to 2nd Life Mac.

Given the range of learning styles and abilities of students today, educators need technology and resources to accommodate and personalize learning. Apple builds accessibility features into every product, so everyone can use them in ways that work best for them. Join us for an interactive learning session to learn about built-in accessibility features on iPad. Lunch will be served thanks to 2nd Life Mac.

In this hands-on workshop, educators will learn how to plan and orchestrate a dynamic STEM fair, whether it's for a classroom, grade level, or the entire school.

From start to finish, this workshop covers:

• Assembling a planning committee
• Developing design portfolios
• Organizing design challenges
• Coordinating parent correspondence
• Setting up student displays for the exhibition

Showcase your school's commitment to inspiring young innovators while supporting Technology and Computer Science Fluency. Perfect for educators looking to engage their students and parents in an exciting celebration of STEM!

Note: It is suggested that you bring your own tablet.

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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.

Spark creativity with a Stop-Motion Animation module!

Students will use a stop-motion app, everyday materials, and the science of motion to create animated stories. It's a hands-on fusion of engineering, storytelling, and imagination!

Note: It is suggested that you bring your own tablet and have the free or paid-for version of the Stop Motion app installed.

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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.

This meeting is virtual. The Instructional Technology Specialist Roundtable Meetings serve as a dynamic and collaborative community space for Instructional Technology Coaches and Specialists. Led by the Nassau BOCES Model Schools team, we engage in discussions covering a wide range of technology-related topics, including best integration practices, favorite/new programs, troubleshooting pressing technology (hardware, software, integration) issues, and more. The Roundtable meetings provide districts with the opportunity to leverage our collective expertise, thereby enhancing the utilization of technology within their respective districts.

What do you expect learning to look like for your youngest students? And how can technology play a role? Join us for a discussion around how the use of technology should be intentional and natural, as well as age appropriate to meet the abilities of each learner. We'll also explore how iPad can help your youngest students communicate, create, and learn at their own pace. Breakfast will be served thanks to SeeSaw.

What do you expect learning to look like for your youngest students? And how can technology play a role? Join us for a discussion around how the use of technology should be intentional and natural, as well as age appropriate to meet the abilities of each learner. We'll also explore how iPad can help your youngest students communicate, create, and learn at their own pace. Lunch will be served thanks to SeeSaw.

Join us for a hands-on workshop designed for educators teaching primary grade students (K-2).

Discover how to build a strong STEM and coding program that fosters computer science and digital literacy in young learners.

Participants will explore:

• Age-appropriate coding challenges using fun robots
• Creative STEM activities inspired by fairytales
• Building block design projects that incorporate the Engineering Design Process

Learn how to seamlessly integrate literacy with STEM while engaging students' imaginations through playful, authentic challenges.

Leave with innovative ideas to bring story-driven STEM adventures to your classroom!

Note: It is suggested that you bring your own tablet.

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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.

The Instructional Technology Specialist Roundtable Meetings serve as a dynamic and collaborative community space for Instructional Technology Coaches and Specialists. Led by the Nassau BOCES Model Schools team, we engage in discussions covering a wide range of technology-related topics, including best integration practices, favorite/new programs, troubleshooting pressing technology (hardware, software, integration) issues, and more. The Roundtable meetings provide districts with the opportunity to leverage our collective expertise, thereby enhancing the utilization of technology within their respective districts.

This meeting is virtual. The Instructional Technology Specialist Roundtable Meetings serve as a dynamic and collaborative community space for Instructional Technology Coaches and Specialists. Led by the Nassau BOCES Model Schools team, we engage in discussions covering a wide range of technology-related topics, including best integration practices, favorite/new programs, troubleshooting pressing technology (hardware, software, integration) issues, and more. The Roundtable meetings provide districts with the opportunity to leverage our collective expertise, thereby enhancing the utilization of technology within their respective districts.

Join us for the 9th Annual Long Island Models Schools Forum hosted by Nassau BOCES, Eastern Suffolk BOCES, and Western Suffolk BOCES.

The Instructional Technology Specialist Roundtable Meetings serve as a dynamic and collaborative community space for Instructional Technology Coaches and Specialists. Led by the Nassau BOCES Model Schools team, we engage in discussions covering a wide range of technology-related topics, including best integration practices, favorite/new programs, troubleshooting pressing technology (hardware, software, integration) issues, and more. The Roundtable meetings provide districts with the opportunity to leverage our collective expertise, thereby enhancing the utilization of technology within their respective districts.