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1. New Administrator Collegial Circle for Secondary Level Leaders

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530

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

Audience: Secondary Level School and District Administrators

Dates: 8/14/2025 to 4/16/2026

Location: LS3

"Know thy impact. The greatest gift we can give our students is a belief in their ability to learn - and the leadership to make it possible." - John Hattie

Connect. Refine. Lead. Reflect

Join a powerful network of new school administrators, at the secondary level, committed to collaboration, growth, and student-centered leadership.

Our New Administrative Collegial Circle for secondary level leaders is a perfect place for you to connect with other educational leaders to share experiences, refine your skills and work collaboratively with others

Participants will:

Connect with Peers: Build meaningful relationships with fellow administrators in a supportive, judgment-free space.

Refine Your Practice: Engage in real-time problem-solving, leadership protocols, and skill-building conversations.

Lead with Confidence: Walk away with useful tools, new perspectives, and renewed purpose for leading your school.

Reflect without Judgment: Look back on past experiences and create new leadership strategies for the future.

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

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

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530

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

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

Dates: 8/19/2025 to 5/4/2026

Location: CR 1, 2, 3

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

This series of six Literacy Leadership workshops is designed for just that purpose. Across the 2025-2026 school year, literacy leaders from across Long Island will gather to build a shared vision for powerful, equitable reading, writing, and phonics instruction.

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

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

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

3. Initial APPR Certification Training for Administrators

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530

Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - CR 123

Audience: Administrators, Teacher Evaluators

Dates: 9/9/2025

Location: CR 123

The State Education Department requires all evaluators of teachers and principals to be certified through an appropriate training process. During this in-person and interactive Teacher Evaluation Training workshop, participants will explore the following topics:

1. Recent history of theory and practice relative to teacher evaluation
2. Understanding the most recent version of NYSED's APPR Regulations
3. The application of rubrics in evaluating classroom lessons

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.

4. Getting to Know Your Students as Math Students

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530

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

Audience: K-12 Math Teachers.

Dates: 9/10/2025

Location: LS 2

Workshop Overview
Effective math instruction starts with understanding who your students are as math learners. In this dynamic and practical half-day workshop, we'll explore strategies to uncover students' mathematical thinking, mindset, and engagement levels-empowering you to design more responsive, impactful lessons.

Whether you're teaching elementary or secondary math, this session will provide tools and insights to help you move beyond the numbers and truly see your students as mathematicians in the making.

What You'll Learn

• How to identify and interpret different student engagement patterns in math class.

• Strategies to assess students' mathematical thinking before a unit begins.

• How to tailor lessons using what you learn from pre-assessments and engagement data.

• Ways to build a more inclusive and responsive math classroom culture.

Tools You'll Walk Away With

• Student Engagement Tracker - A ready-to-use tool to help you monitor and reflect on student participation and interest.

• Pre-Assessment Planning Guide - A framework to design meaningful pre-assessments that inform lesson planning and differentiation.

• Optional templates and exemplars to support immediate classroom 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 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.

5. Charting the Change: A Math Teacher's Guide to Regents Reform - Algebra I

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530

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

Dates: 9/12/2025

Location: LS1

As New York State transitions from the Common Core Learning Standards (CCLS) to the Next Generation Mathematics Learning Standards (NGMLS), it's critical for math educators to understand how this shift impacts Regents exam content, structure, and rigor.

In this interactive session, participants will compare and contrast old and new Regents exams, focusing on how the same standard clusters are assessed differently over time. They will analyze shifts in mathematical language, cognitive demand, and question design, and collaborate to adapt instruction accordingly.

Teachers will leave with a collection of practical resources, including:

•A standards frequency heatmap.

•A standards comparison guide.

•A question difficulty rubric.

•A digital resource folder filled with editable tools for classroom and department planning.
Leave with actionable insights and tools to better prepare students for the evolving expectations of Regents success.

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.

6. Literacy Coach Collegial Circle

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530

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

Audience: Literacy Coaches

Dates: 9/15/2025 to 5/20/2026

Location: LS 2

Our Literacy Coach Collegial Circle is the perfect place for you to connect with other educators in your position, share best practices, and refine your coaching skills.

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

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

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

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

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

7. LETRS Volume 1 PLC

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530

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

Audience: Must have attended the Spring 2025 LETRS Training, Volume 1, Units 1-4

Dates: 9/15/2025

This year-long course is designed to support educators who have completed the 4-day LETRS Volume 1 training as they work through Units 1-4 of the online modules. The plan integrates monthly in-person PLC sessions, site-based coaching visits to each school, and structured guidance for completing Bridge-to-Practice activities. The PLC will focus on key concepts from the modules and provide a forum for reflection, discussion, and practical application of the research-based strategies introduced in LETRS.

8. VIRTUAL Nassau BOCES Regional Social Studies Curriculum "Walk Through"

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530

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

Audience: NB RSSC Subscribing Districts -Teachers and Administrators

Dates: 9/15/2025

Join us for an overview of the Nassau BOCES Regional Social Studies Curriculum for grades K-5. Subscribing districts are welcome to attend for an introduction to the Scope and Sequence and instructions about how to access everything you will need to implement the units in your classroom.

9. Initial APPR Certification Training for Administrators

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530

Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - CR 123

Audience: Administrators, Teacher Evaluators

Dates: 9/16/2025

Location: CR 123

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

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530

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

Audience: Chairperson, Director, Coordinator

Dates: 9/18/2025 to 6/18/2026

Nassau BOCES is joining, once again, with Western Suffolk to offer monthly Social Studies Collegial Circles for administrators and coordinators to connect, share resources and discuss important issues. The group has proven to be an incredible support system for those who have participated.

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

11. Virtual PD Annual APPR Recertification Training for Principal and Teacher Evaluators

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530

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

Audience: School Administrators and Supervisors

Dates: 9/18/2025

Location: Virtual via Zoom

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The State Education Department requires all evaluators of teachers and principals be re-certified each year. This re-certification workshop for teacher and principal evaluators will provide updated information on APPR regulations.

Participants will review video on the entire evaluation cycle and how to use evidence for change during the post observation conferences.

Participants will also discuss how to implement systemic change in instructional practices using Webb's Depth of Knowledge as an example.

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.

12. I Got 99 Problems: Teaching Problem Solving in Mathematics Classrooms

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530

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

Dates: 9/18/2025

Location: Learning Studio 3

What do you do when you don't know what to do? "I don't know what to do” is a common refrain in math class-especially when students face unfamiliar problems or standardized test questions. Do they give up? Or do they problem solve? Unfortunately, explicit instruction in problem solving is often missing from the curriculum. In this workshop, we'll explore practical strategies and routines you can use to help your students become confident, capable problem solvers. You'll leave with concrete tools and next steps to bring more problem solving into your classroom. Together, we won't just learn how to teach problem solving-we'll become better problem solvers ourselves.

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.

13. Virtual ELA Collegial Circle (for Nassau Districts)

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530

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

Audience: Chairperson, Director, Coordinator

Dates: 9/18/2025 to 6/18/2026

Nassau BOCES is joining, once again, with Western Suffolk to offer monthly ELA Collegial Circles for administrators and coordinators to connect, share resources and discuss important issues. The group has proven to be an incredible support system for those who have participated.

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

14. Virtual Math Specialist Collegial Circle - 10 Session Series

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530

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

Audience: Grades K-12 Math Teachers, Math Coaches, and Math Instructional Support Teachers

Dates: 9/19/2025 to 6/12/2026

Join fellow math teachers from across Long Island in a ten-session Collegial Circle Series designed to support and inspire your work in the classroom. Connect with peers who are passionate about improving math teaching and learning in their schools, and come ready to share ideas, discuss challenges, and explore new strategies together.

Each one-hour virtual session provides a welcoming space for thoughtful conversation, reflection, and collaboration with colleagues from other districts. Grounded in the belief that we grow through shared learning, this series offers opportunities to deepen your teaching practice, gain fresh perspectives, and work together toward stronger, more effective math instruction for all students.

Each meeting's agenda is shaped by the interests and needs of participants, with a brief survey sent the week before to gather input and guide our conversation.

Registration on Frontline will register you to attend all 10 sessions. Upon registration and prior to the inaugural meeting, you will receive a calendar of events with Zoom & survey links.

Please register in Zoom with the same email address that was used to register on Frontline.

15. Word-Level Reading Problems: Implications for Instruction and Intervention with Dr. David Kilpatrick

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530

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

Audience: K-12 Administrators, Teachers, Reading Specialists, Instructional Coaches, School Psychologists, Intervention Specialists K-12

Dates: 9/19/2025

Location: Conference Rooms 1, 2, 3

David Kilpatrick is coming to Long Island-don't miss this rare chance to learn from one of the foremost experts in reading science!

Drawing on decades of research in reading development and cognitive psychology, David Kilpatrick, PhD will explore how we can identify reading difficulties, interpret assessment data meaningfully, and design interventions that actually work-especially for struggling readers. Specifically, this session will focus on how children learn to read words and why some children struggle. Understanding what research has found about the nature of word-level reading development and word-level reading problems will guide assessment, instruction, and intervention.

Educators will walk away with a deeper understanding of orthographic mapping, phonemic proficiency, and the critical role of assessment in accelerating student growth. Whether you're a classroom teacher, literacy coach, administrator, or specialist, this session will sharpen your instructional lens and provide actionable tools to help all students become confident, capable readers.

Learning Targets:
-Participants will understand the component cognitive and linguistic skills needed for word level reading.
-Participants will understand the source(s) of difficulties in word-level reading, including dyslexia.
-Participants will become aware of compensating students, who display "average” performance but require extraordinary effort to do so.
-Participants will learn what approaches are useful in addressing word-level reading difficulties.

Breakfast and lunch will be served.

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.

16. VIRTUAL Educator Care's Teacher Mentoring Program

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530

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

Audience: Administrators, Teacher Mentors

Dates: 9/22/2025 to 2/4/2026

Educator Care's virtual 15-hour Teacher Mentoring Professional Development Certificate of Completion Program is designed to train educators to become effective and skilled mentors.

10 NYS Mentoring Standards

Focus on the methodology needed to train mentors, Program Philosophy and Purpose, Program Design, Program Implementation, Mentor Selection, Mentor Development, Building Strong Relationships, Roles and Responsibilities, Mentoring Skills and Knowledge, Shared Leadership and Administration, Beginning Teacher Skills and Knowledge, Phases of a First Year Teacher, Program Evaluation.

Five session will meet virtually from 9am-12pm:

Sept 22 - Teacher Mentor Overview

Oct 22 - Building Relationships

Nov 6 - Building Positive Relationships with Students and Parents

Jan 7 - The Disillusionment Phase

Feb 4 - Mentoring New Teachers: Preparing Students for State Testing, Reflection and Anticipation Phases

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.

17. RTI/MTSS Implementation Workshop: From Core Components to Real-World Success in K-12 Education (5 Sessions)

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530

Location: Nassau BOCES - Virtual Professional Development (Westbury, NY) - CR 123

Audience: Teachers and Administrators

Dates: 9/22/2025 to 3/19/2026

Location: CR 123

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

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

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.

18. Virtual PD Annual APPR Recertification Training for Principal and Teacher Evaluators

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530

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

Audience: School Administrators and Supervisors

Dates: 9/25/2025

Location: Virtual via Zoom

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19. Virtual Science Administrator Collegial Circle

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530

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

Audience: Science Administrators, Chairpersons, Specialists, Coaches

Dates: 9/25/2025 to 5/28/2026

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

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

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

20. The Writing Revolution
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LS 3
Audience: Classroom Teachers and Administrators
Dates: 9/25/2025
Location: LS 3
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Join us for a Professional Development Opportunity based on the books The Writing Revolution and The Writing Revolution 2.0 by Judith Hochman and Natalie Hochman.

Participants will leave with strategies from both books such as Sentences Summaries, Sentences Frames and Outlines. A focus on the writing instruction and how to embed the writing into content. Students can become better writers and thinkers when the two are linked. Explicit direct instruction activities in writing will be shared and demonstrated throughout the professional development opportunity.

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

Hours: 6
Enrolled: 18/18
Wait: 0/0

21. **Virtual** Math Supervisor Collegial Circle - 5 Session Series
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES - Virtual Professional Development (Westbury, NY)
Audience: Mathematics Administrators
Dates: 9/26/2025 to 5/29/2026

Join us to connect with fellow mathematics supervisors and instructional leaders from across Long Island who are committed to strengthening mathematics teaching and learning for their school community. Share ideas, tackle challenges, and spark new thinking in this five-session Collegial Circle Series.

Each one-hour virtual session offers a lively, supportive space for meaningful conversation, reflection, and cross-district collaboration. Rooted in the belief that shared learning drives innovation and strengthens leadership, this series invites participants to explore what it means to lead with purpose, coach with clarity, and build a shared vision for high-quality math instruction that improves outcomes for all students.

Each meeting's agenda is shaped by the interests and needs of participants, with a brief survey sent the week before to gather input and guide our conversation.

Registration on Frontline will register you to attend all 5 sessions. Upon registration and prior to the inaugural meeting, you will receive a calendar of events with Zoom & survey links.

Please register in Zoom with the same email address that was used to register on Frontline.

Hours: 5
Enrolled: 23/50
Wait: 0/0

22. Initial APPR Certification Training for Administrators
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - CR 123
Audience: Administrators, Teacher Evaluators
Dates: 9/29/2025
Location: CR 123

The State Education Department requires all evaluators of teachers and principals to be certified through an appropriate training process. During this in-person and interactive Teacher Evaluation Training workshop, participants will explore the following topics:

1. Recent history of theory and practice relative to teacher evaluation
2. Understanding the most recent version of NYSED's APPR Regulations
3. The application of rubrics in evaluating classroom lessons

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

Hours: 6
Enrolled: 5/40
Wait: 0/0

23. Overview of Fundations Pre-K- K
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, George Farber Admin. Center-71 Clinton Road, Garden City (Garden City, NY) - 1D[map]
Audience: Teachers and Teacher Assistants
Dates: 9/29/2025
Location: 1D

In this workshop, we will explore all the parts of Fundations and the different options that can be used to teach the curriculum to all students.

The participants will be able to review the necessary components of a lesson plan that covers a week of instruction.

Strategies and tips for organizing the flow of the lesson over a week and various tips on using the materials needed for each part of the lesson.

Discussion on assessment data and how to organize small groups to ensure success.

Discussion on centers and additional practice.

All participants should bring their Fundations Teacher's Manual to class. If you have any questions that you would like discussed please email Karenlucchese67@gmail.com

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

Hours: 3
Enrolled: 3/25
Wait: 0/0

24. *Virtual PD* DASA Coordinator Refresher Training
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES - Virtual Professional Development (Westbury, NY)
Audience: Experienced DASA Coordinators and School Professionals
Dates: 9/30/2025

This half-day refresher session is designed for experienced Dignity for ALL Students Act (DASA) Coordinators and school professionals seeking to enhance their effectiveness in handling incident reports effectively.

This session aims to provide a focused review and update on key aspects of Dignity Act implementation, ensuring that participants are equipped with the latest knowledge and strategies to fulfill responsibilities with confidence. Additionally, we'll delve into adaptive skills essential for receiving and responding to incident reports, offering insights and best practices to sharpen your approach.

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

Hours: 3
Enrolled: 6/45
Wait: 0/0

25. Teaching a NYSSLS-Based Biology Course; Now What?
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, George Farber Admin. Center-71 Clinton Road, Garden City (Garden City, NY) - LL-B[map]
Audience: Regents Biology Teachers and Science Leaders
Dates: 9/30/2025
Location: LL-B

Launching a full-year NYSSLS-based Biology course? Whether you're just getting started or refining your NYSSLS approach for students taking the LS: Biology Regents, this workshop is your opportunity to build confidence, clarity, and effective classroom strategies. It will serve as a refresher, placing three-dimensional, phenomenon-based learning into an instructional context.

This workshop will help you reframe your instruction around scientific thinking, authentic application, and meaningful assessment. You'll leave with three-dimensional strategies you can implement tomorrow-and a vision that will guide you throughout the year.

Included will be:

Principles of the pedagogical shift for teaching and student learning.
Demonstrating how curriculum lessons differ from NYSED assessment clusters.
Participating as a student in a phenomenon-based mini-storyline.
Developing strategies to address the length of the open-source storylines.
Employing methods to accommodate the diverse capacities of your students.
Analyzing a question cluster from the June 2025 Biology Regents Exam.
Collaborating in small groups on a Performance Expectation to begin developing a question cluster. Document each group's work on a Google Doc and upload it to a shared Google Drive.

Please note: **B.Y.O.D. (Bring Your Own Device) - Participants should bring a fully charged laptop, iPad, or tablet to download resources and access websites during the workshop.

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

Hours: 6
Enrolled: 20/40
Wait: 0/0

26. Vocabulary Instruction for Durable Learning
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LS 3
Audience: Teachers, K-12
Dates: 9/30/2025
Location: LS 3

A rich and varied knowledge of words is the key to academic success in all subject areas. Yet many teachers do not address vocabulary instruction effectively and with sufficient emphasis. In this session, teachers will learn engaging ways to teach generic academic vocabulary, subject-specific words, and words encountered in well-crafted literature. Amy draws upon principles of natural language acquisition to focus on student-friendly and teacher-friendly practices that lead to durable vocabulary growth. Goals for this session include: Using the principles of natural language acquisition to expand vocabulary, when and how to use implicit and explicit instruction, and using visuals to teach Greek and Latin word roots.

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

Hours: 6
Enrolled: 3/18
Wait: 0/0

27. *Virtual* Teacher Mentoring for Administrators and School Leaders: Informing School Leaders of the Components of an Effective Mentoring Program
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES - Virtual Professional Development (Westbury, NY)
Audience: School Building Administrators
Dates: 10/1/2025

New York State requires all teachers, brand new to the profession, receive 30 hours of guidance by a trained teacher mentor to receive Professional Certification.

This workshop is designed to inform administrators and school leaders about the importance of training experienced teachers to become influential mentors to new teachers starting out in the profession.

The program will serve as an introduction to the topic of teacher mentor training for all administrators in a school-based community.

During this workshop, participants will:
Address the course of action needed to train mentors, implement a mentor program, and evaluate the program's effectiveness
Cover the 10 NYS standards that are implemented in an effective school-wide mentoring program
Provide the necessary information needed to design and execute a successful mentor program within schools and districts
Provide entities a resource to develop, evaluate, and refine a plan of action in order to maintain a successful district-based mentoring program
Guide administrators towards providing the support new teachers need to thrive in the profession and, in turn, lower the attrition rate in the field of education

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

Hours: 3
Enrolled: 1/30
Wait: 0/0

28. Aligning Algebra II
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, George Farber Admin. Center-71 Clinton Road, Garden City (Garden City, NY) - Conference Room 1C[map]
Audience: Math Teachers and Supervisors
Dates: 10/1/2025
Location: Conference Room 1C

Join us for an in-depth, full-day workshop exploring the key similarities and distinctions between the Common Core Learning Standards and the Next Generation Math Learning Standards (NGMLS) for Algebra II.

Participants will gain a clear understanding of what remains unchanged, what has been revised, and what has been newly introduced - along with practical strategies for effectively leveraging available resources.

By the end of this session, attendees will leave equipped with a comprehensive set of documents designed to streamline the process of adapting curricula and lesson plans to align with the NGMLS for Algebra II. Ensure your course is thoughtfully structured and your students are fully prepared for success on the inaugural administration of the NGMLS Algebra II Exam in June 2026. Secure your spot today!

Notes to Participants: If you prefer to work in the digital realm, please bring your Wi-Fi-enabled device. All documents will be provided on paper with a digital download available.

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

Hours: 6
Enrolled: 1/20
Wait: 0/0

29. New Administrator Collegial Circle for Elementary Leaders
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LS 3
Audience: New Elementary Level Building, District, Department Administrators
Dates: 10/1/2025 to 5/7/2026
Location: LS 3

"I believe the best leaders are able to influence us in positive ways regardless of how long we have been in education.” Jimmy Casas

Our New Administrative Collegial Circle is a perfect place for you to connect with other educational leaders in order to share experiences, refine your skills and work collaboratively with other instructional leaders.

Engage in reflective discussions and problem-solving sessions with experienced administrators
Dive deep into research-based leadership strategies and explore innovative approaches
Collaborate with a supportive community of practice to enhance your leadership roles
Share resources, experiences and success stories to inspire and empower each other

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

Hours: 12
Enrolled: 6/18
Wait: 0/0

30. Study Group by Mossflower- Talk That Grows Minds: Strengthening Oral Language for Literacy Success
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - CR 123
Audience: Grades 3-5 Coaches and Teachers
Dates: 10/6/2025 to 10/8/2025
Location: CR 123

Strong oral language skills form the foundation for reading, writing, and thinking. In this study group, participants will study methods for building academic talk, storytelling, conversation, and oral rehearsal into daily literacy instruction. We'll investigate the role of language development in comprehension, vocabulary, and writing fluency, and explore routines that help all students grow their expressive and receptive language abilities. Participants will learn how to create vibrant, talk-rich classrooms where speaking and listening are intentionally nurtured.

This study group will span 3 days, with the first session hosted at BOCES and the following two days unfolding right inside classrooms in Nassau County. This blend of study and live practice ensures that participants move fluidly between theory and action, learning that is both intellectually rich and immediately useful.

Supports: NYS Attestation for Promoting Oral Language Development as a Key Component of Literacy Instruction.

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

Hours: 18
Enrolled: 4/35
Wait: 0/0

31. Building Effective Co-Teaching Teams
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LS 3
Audience: Teachers, Co-Teaching Teams, Administrators
Dates: 10/7/2025
Location: LS 3

This professional development session will focus on how co-teaching teams can plan together and share leadership equally to create inclusive, high-impact classrooms.

In strong co-teaching partnerships, both educators-whether general education, special education, or ENL-share responsibility for instruction, classroom management, and student success. When both teachers are actively involved and recognized as equals by students and staff, the classroom becomes more supportive, respectful, and effective for all learners.

This session will explore strategies for building strong co-teaching relationships, planning lessons together, and working as a unified team. We'll also discuss how schools and districts can support co-teachers in creating learning environments where every student has access to meaningful, high-quality instruction.

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

Hours: 6
Enrolled: 8/18
Wait: 0/0

32. Making Sense of the Earth and Space Sciences Reference Tables: Curriculum Connections and Question Clusters for Regents Success
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, George Farber Admin. Center-71 Clinton Road, Garden City (Garden City, NY) - LL-B[map]
Audience: Regents Earth Science teachers and science leaders
Dates: 10/7/2025
Location: LL-B

Calling all Long Island Earth and Space Science educators! This workshop will help you harness the full potential of the Earth and Space Sciences Reference Tables (ESSRT) to deepen curriculum connections and boost student understanding. We'll dive into practical strategies for integrating the ESSRT into instruction, ensuring your students aren't just flipping pages to find answers. Some strategies students will apply include using evidence from multiple sources to construct explanations, engaging in arguments from evidence, and using models to explain scientific ideas as opposed to reading the tables to identify the correct answer. Participants will also collaborate to design question clusters aligned with NYS Regents-style three-dimensional assessments.

Included will be:

Principles of the pedagogical shift for teaching and student learning, including a review of three-dimensional instruction and the architecture of the New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS)
Small group work to brainstorm how a portion of the ESSRT can be used in a curriculum.
A page by page discussion of each ESSRT component
Analyzing a question cluster from the June 2025 ESS Regents Exam
Collaborate in small groups using the primary Performance Expectation for a component of the ESSRT to begin creating a question cluster. Work of each group will be documented on a Google Doc and uploaded to a shared Google Drive. **B.Y.O.D. (Bring Your Own Device) - Participants should bring a fully charged laptop, iPad, or tablet to download resources and access websites throughout the workshop.

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

Hours: 6
Enrolled: 11/40
Wait: 0/0

33. The Science of Reading & Small Group Instruction
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LS 1
Audience: K-5 elementary teachers, reading teachers, literacy coaches, ELL teachers, building administrators
Dates: 10/8/2025
Location: LS 1

Now that we have immersed ourselves into the research, we are ready to explore the shifts in small group reading instruction necessary to align with research based practices. On this day, you will explore a variety of ways to bring explicit assessment-based instruction to small groups. We will create small group routines to help students practice both phonemic and phonics skills and apply them to connected texts. As decodable texts are being introduced into our classrooms, we will explore ways to synthesize them with our phonemic and phonics programs. A choice of gradual-release small-group lesson plans will be shared. You will leave this day with a variety of tools to fuel your small group lessons!

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

Hours: 6
Enrolled: 18/20
Wait: 0/0

34. *Virtual PD* Annual APPR Recertification Training for Principal and Teacher Evaluators
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES - Virtual Professional Development (Westbury, NY) - Virtual via Zoom
Audience: School Administrators and Supervisors
Dates: 10/9/2025
Location: Virtual via Zoom
Closed

The State Education Department requires all evaluators of teachers and principals be re-certified each year. This re-certification workshop for teacher and principal evaluators will provide updated information on APPR regulations.

Participants will review video on the entire evaluation cycle and how to use evidence for change during the post observation conferences.

Participants will also discuss how to implement systemic change in instructional practices using Webb's Depth of Knowledge as an example.

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

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

35. Charting the Change: A Math Teacher's Guide to Regents Reform - Geometry
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LS2
Dates: 10/9/2025
Location: LS2

As New York State transitions from the Common Core Learning Standards (CCLS) to the Next Generation Mathematics Learning Standards (NGMLS), it's critical for math educators to understand how this shift impacts Regents exam content, structure, and rigor.

In this interactive session, participants will compare and contrast old and new Regents exams, focusing on how the same standard clusters are assessed differently over time. They will analyze shifts in mathematical language, cognitive demand, and question design, and collaborate to adapt instruction accordingly.

Teachers will leave with a collection of practical resources, including:

•A standards frequency heatmap.

•A standards comparison guide.

•A question difficulty rubric.

•A digital resource folder filled with editable tools for classroom and department planning.

Leave with actionable insights and tools to better prepare students for the evolving expectations of Regents success.

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

Hours: 3
Enrolled: 2/20
Wait: 0/0

36. Navigating the First Years in the Social Studies Classroom
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, George Farber Admin. Center-71 Clinton Road, Garden City (Garden City, NY) - 1C[map]
Audience: Social Studies Teachers
Dates: 10/9/2025
Location: 1C
New

Stepping into the Social Studies classroom for the first time can be both exciting and overwhelming-this workshop is here to ensure new teachers feel confident, prepared, and supported every step of the way. This workshop is designed to provide support and mentorship for new Social Studies teachers, helping them successfully navigate the challenges of their early years in the classroom. Aimed at offering practical strategies, emotional support, and valuable resources, the workshop will focus on building confidence in classroom management, lesson planning, and connecting with students.

Workshop Focus Areas:

Classroom management strategies tailored to Social Studies classrooms
Curriculum planning and pacing for a year-long scope and sequence
Engaging instructional practices to bring history to life
Assessment and grading tips
Navigating school culture and collaboration with colleagues
Utilizing primary sources effectively in the classroom

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

Hours: 6
Enrolled: 0/25
Wait: 0/0

37. NY Inspires: Bright Futures Begin Here
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - Conf Room 1/2/3
Audience: BOCES Instructional Leaders
Dates: 10/9/2025 to 6/18/2026
Location: Conf Room 1/2/3

This collaborative brings together Nassau County regional educators to build strong networks for exploring the anticipated changes under the New York Inspires Plan. Participants will examine the instructional, assessment, and logistical shifts tied to evolving graduation requirements. Each session will provide timely updates, foster collaborative discussions, and offer opportunities to co-develop resources and review exemplars for district use. This workgroup is designed for instructional leaders, curriculum specialists, and school administrators seeking to stay informed and prepared for these statewide changes.

Purpose of the Workshop

This Strategy Intensive is designed to help district leaders gain clarity, build alignment, and develop customized tools that honor the unique identity of each district while remaining aligned with New York State's educational vision.

Through a dynamic mix of strategic planning, systems design, and human-centered leadership coaching, participants will:

-Set clear, actionable short- and long-term implementation goals

-Bridge state-level priorities with local district realities

-Develop flexible, user-friendly tools for superintendents, school leaders, and stakeholders

-Design a sustainable roadmap that moves beyond compliance and drives meaningful, lasting change

Expected Result

A confident and aligned core team-equipped with a shared vision, a tailored roadmap, and a deep commitment to excellence-is ready to guide their district forward.

In the face of a constantly evolving educational landscape, this team embraces the challenge with intention, support, and courage, showing up for both learners and leaders like never before.

Lunch will be served at each of the four meetings.

Credits: 8
Hours: 8
Enrolled: 25/75
Wait: 0/5

38. A Deep Dive into the NYSED Biology Investigations
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, George Farber Admin. Center-71 Clinton Road, Garden City (Garden City, NY) - LL-A[map]
Audience: Regents Biology teachers and science leaders
Dates: 10/10/2025 to 10/24/2025
Location: LL-A

Participants will discover how these performance tasks are a component of a broad NYSED's "System of Assessment”. These provide authentic, hands-on scientific and engineering experiences that allow students to demonstrate the knowledge and skills from the Learning Standards. Science teachers and administrators will deepen their knowledge of the New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS) with their expectations for three-dimensional student learning and how the investigations will prepare students for the 3-D scientific reasoning they will need to perform on the Life Science Biology regents examination.

Session 1: "For the Birds" and "Balancing Act”
Session 2: "Unraveling the Mystery of Lactose Tolerance"

Included will be:
Demonstration of how the investigations align with the NYSSLS;
Suggestions for embedding the investigations in a NYSSLS-aligned curriculum;
How the investigations are an assessment of student learning;
A hands-on experience with the investigations;
An opportunity to collaborate on strategies for successful implementation

Sessions 1 and 2 are intended for educators who have not attended a workshop on Biology Investigations. However, educators who have attended a past investigation workshop and want to attend either session or both sessions to have another hands-on experience and develop a deeper understanding of the intent of the investigations are welcome.

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

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

Hours: 12
Enrolled: 3/28
Wait: 0/0

39. Mastering the Committee on Special Education (CSE) Process- Confident, Clear, and Collaborative
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - CR 1,2,3
Audience: K-12 General Education Teachers, Special Education Teachers, Special Area Teachers, CSE Team Members, Administrators
Dates: 10/10/2025
Location: CR 1,2,3

This workshop is designed to meet the needs of K-12 general education teachers, special education teachers, special area teachers, and CSE team members, providing them with the knowledge and skills needed to approach Committee on Special Education (CSE) meetings with confidence and clarity. Every teacher will participate in a CSE meeting at some point in their career-whether it's to share student progress, advocate for supports, or contribute to educational planning. This makes preparation and effective participation essential. Participants will gain a thorough understanding of the entire CSE process, with a focus on:
Collaborative practices
Legal compliance
Student-centered decision-making

Topics will include understanding the structure and types of CSE meetings, how to interpret and communicate IEP content, mastering documentation and teacher reports, and building productive, respectful relationships with families and multidisciplinary team members-before, during, and after the meeting.

This workshop moves beyond compliance and empowers educators to contribute as informed, confident advocates for their students.

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

Hours: 6
Enrolled: 16/60
Wait: 0/0

40. LETRS Professional Learning Series for Administrators
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LS 2
Audience: School and District Administrators
Dates: 10/14/2025 to 4/28/2026
Location: LS 2

Empowering Leadership in the Science of Reading Implementation

This four-day professional learning series equips school and district administrators with the foundational knowledge and leadership strategies necessary to support effective implementation of the Science of Reading through Lexia's LETRS program. Grounded in research-based literacy instruction, this training empowers leaders to champion evidence-based practices, monitor fidelity, and create a culture that supports sustainable literacy growth.

Developed by renowned literacy experts Dr. Louisa Moats, Dr. Carol Tolman, and Dr. Lucy Hart Paulson, it is a flexible literacy professional learning solution for educators and administrators. LETRS teaches the skills needed to master the fundamentals of reading instruction-phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, writing, and language.

During these sessions, we will focus on:

Foundations of the Science of Reading
Understanding the LETRS Framework
Supporting High-Quality Literacy Instruction
Building Capacity and Sustaining Momentum

Please note: Cancellation policy: Please note: Cancellation policy: If a participant has registered for, but is unable to attend, this LETRS Professional Learning Series for Administrators workshop offered by Nassau BOCES, they are required to drop their workshop registration on Frontline/MLP by September 15, 2025. In the event the participant does not cancel within this timeframe, the participant/district will be billed.

Hours: 26
Enrolled: 6/25
Wait: 0/0

41. Initial APPR Certification Training for Administrators
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LS 2
Audience: Administrators, Teacher Evaluators
Dates: 10/15/2025
Location: LS 2

The State Education Department requires all evaluators of teachers and principals to be certified through an appropriate training process. During this in-person and interactive Teacher Evaluation Training workshop, participants will explore the following topics:

1. Recent history of theory and practice relative to teacher evaluation
2. Understanding the most recent version of NYSED's APPR Regulations
3. The application of rubrics in evaluating classroom lessons

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

Hours: 6
Enrolled: 2/30
Wait: 0/0

42. Leading Through the Lens of the Numeracy Briefs: A Deep Dive for Instructional Leaders
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LS3
Dates: 10/15/2025
Location: LS3
New

The New York State Numeracy Briefs offer powerful insights into effective math instruction-but how do leaders turn that research into meaningful, observable practice?

In this engaging 3-hour professional learning session designed for building and district administrators, we'll take an in-depth look at select Numeracy Briefs, most relevant to instructional leadership. Whether you are a novice or expert in the field of mathematics, together we will explore how these briefs can sharpen your vision for high-quality math teaching and guide your leadership decisions across classrooms and schools.

This interactive session includes:

- A focused unpacking of key Numeracy Briefs tied to leadership and instructional vision.
- Guided discussion on what the research looks like in action during classroom visits.
- Collaborative creation of tools and group documents to support implementation.
- Structured dialogue with fellow leaders to share ideas, challenges, and best practices.

All participants will leave with a Numeracy Briefs Observation Toolkit, designed to help you identify key instructional practices, provide targeted feedback, and align your school or district's math goals with state guidance. If you're looking to lead math improvement with clarity, purpose, and confidence, this session is your next step.

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

Hours: 3
Enrolled: 1/20
Wait: 0/0

43. *Virtual PD* Annual APPR Recertification Training for Principal and Teacher Evaluators
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES - Virtual Professional Development (Westbury, NY) - Virtual via Zoom
Audience: School Administrators and Supervisors
Dates: 10/16/2025
Location: Virtual via Zoom
Closed

The State Education Department requires all evaluators of teachers and principals be re-certified each year. This re-certification workshop for teacher and principal evaluators will provide updated information on APPR regulations.

Participants will review video on the entire evaluation cycle and how to use evidence for change during the post observation conferences.

Participants will also discuss how to implement systemic change in instructional practices using Webb's Depth of Knowledge as an example.

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

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

44. The Impact on Academics and Behavior through the Multi- Tiered System of Supports Integrated (MTSS-I) Framework
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LS 3
Audience: PK-12 Educators
Dates: 10/17/2025
Location: LS 3

Join us for a Professional Development Opportunity based on the New York State Framework MTSS-I and how to enhance educational practices for all students. Amplify your understanding of the Multi-Tiered Systems of Support Integrated Framework and focus on both academics and behavior for Tiers 1, 2 and 3.

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

Hours: 6
Enrolled: 2/18
Wait: 0/0

45. Unpacking the Colonial Era: Engaging Elementary and Middle School Social Studies Students
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LS 2
Audience: Social Studies Teachers, Grades 4-8
Dates: 10/17/2025
Location: LS 2
New

Transform the Colonial Era from textbook pages into an engaging, thought-provoking journey for young historians. This workshop is designed to help elementary and middle school Social Studies teachers navigate the complexities of teaching the Colonial Era, a key period in history that often sparks student curiosity and deep discussions. The workshop will offer teachers creative, engaging approaches to teaching this historical period.

Workshop Focus Areas:

Creative lessons, primary sources and activities to bring the Colonial Era to life
Useful links, videos and pop culture to enhance student learning
Help teachers move beyond traditional narratives
Highlight engaging topics

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

Hours: 6
Enrolled: 0/25
Wait: 0/0

46. Winning the Battle for Student Engagement
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, George Farber Admin. Center-71 Clinton Road, Garden City (Garden City, NY) - 1C[map]
Audience: Teachers, School administrators, Instructional Coaches, Department Chairs
Dates: 10/17/2025
Location: 1C

You're an instructional leader in a school, you know the battle for student engagement is real. Attention spans are shrinking, relevance is fading, and ‘Do Nows' are putting kids to sleep. But here's the good news: We can win.

This workshop is designed to give you the tools to inspire your teachers, re-ignite your students, and transform your school.

Do you want to be a leader of future greatness or a manager of past practice? Let's win this battle together!

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

Hours: 6
Enrolled: 4/20
Wait: 0/0

47. A Deep Dive into the 13 Special Education Classifications: Definitions, Criteria, and Strategies for Support
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - CR 1,2,3
Audience: K-12 General Education Teachers, Special Education Teachers, Special Area Teachers, CSE Team Members, Administrators
Dates: 10/20/2025
Location: CR 1,2,3

This workshop is designed for K-12 general education teachers, special education teachers, and special area staff seeking to build or deepen their understanding of the 13 disability classifications recognized under IDEA (the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act). Through engaging discussions, real-world examples, and evidence-based strategies, participants will explore how each classification is defined, how students qualify, and-most importantly-how to support their success in inclusive classrooms. Whether you are new to special education or looking to refine your expertise, this workshop offers practical tools and insights that will transform the way you plan, differentiate, and collaborate across disciplines.

Participants will leave with:
A clear understanding of each disability category's definition and eligibility criteria
A deeper awareness of the academic, behavioral, and social-emotional impacts of each classification
Practical strategies, supports, and accommodations tailored to meet diverse learner needs
Tools to support inclusive practices and collaborative IEP team discussions

This session empowers all educators to build inclusive, supportive learning environments for students with exceptionalities.

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

Hours: 6
Enrolled: 16/60
Wait: 0/0

48. Supporting Students with Limited or Interrupted Formal Education (SLIFE)
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LS 3
Audience: Teachers, Support Specialists, Administrators
Dates: 10/21/2025
Location: LS 3

Students with limited or interrupted formal education (SLIFE) can be supported by teachers, administrators, and support specialists through specialized instructional strategies and social-emotional practices to meet the unique needs of this population.

In this session, participants will learn how to: .
build on students' past experiences, grit, and perseverance to help them achieve success .
improve students' English language proficiency and foundational literacy skills .
help students transition from informal ways of thinking to completing academic tasks .
use technology to motivate students and leverage their skills .
keep expectations high, while simultaneously providing differentiation and scaffolds .
encourage student competency and autonomy

In addition, we will discuss the MALP (Mutually Adaptive Learning Paradigm) Framework, developed by Dr. Andrea DeCapua and Dr. Helaine Marshall, to better understand this population.

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

Hours: 3
Enrolled: 1/18
Wait: 0/0

49. Tackling NYSSLS Using Cooperative Learning
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, George Farber Admin. Center-71 Clinton Road, Garden City (Garden City, NY) - LL-B[map]
Audience: High school science teachers and science leaders
Dates: 10/21/2025
Location: LL-B

This interactive workshop helps high school science teachers design and implement NYSSLS-aligned jigsaw activities that also build collaboration and social-emotional skills. Participants will experience two jigsaw activities-one science-based and one about the jigsaw structure itself-before designing their own. Teachers will learn how to: structure student "families” and expert groups, use ice breakers and social skill warm-ups, teach with phenomena and model development, incorporate checks for understanding and time-buffers, and guide student reflection and group evaluation.

Participants will develop their ability to:

Understand the structure and purpose of a cooperative learning jigsaw
Explore how to embed 3D learning (DCIs, SEPs, CCCs) within a jigsaw
Learn how to explicitly teach and reinforce social skills
Use ice breakers and reflection activities to strengthen collaboration
Identify when and how to use time-buffers to maintain engagement
Experience sample jigsaws as learners
Begin designing their own NYSSLS-aligned jigsaw activity

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

Credits: 6
Hours: 6
Enrolled: 4/30
Wait: 0/0

50. Exploring the NYSSLS Chemistry Investigations
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, George Farber Admin. Center-71 Clinton Road, Garden City (Garden City, NY) - LL-B[map]
Audience: Regents Chemistry teachers and science leaders
Dates: 10/22/2025 to 11/6/2025
Location: LL-B

This two-day workshop will provide participants with an in-depth opportunity to explore the three required Chemistry Investigations developed to align with the New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS). These performance tasks offer authentic, hands-on scientific and engineering experiences that allow students to demonstrate their understanding chemistry concepts and scientific practices in a real-world context.

Chemistry teachers and science administrators will deepen their understanding of the NYSSLS and the expectations for three-dimensional student learning. Participants will learn how these investigations are designed to prepare students for the type of scientific reasoning and application they will encounter on the Physical Setting: Chemistry Regents examination.

Workshop highlights include:

A demonstration of how each investigation aligns with NYSSLS performance expectations and dimensions of learning
Discussion on how the investigations function as assessments of student learning
Hands-on experience with the Chemistry Investigations to model classroom implementation
Collaboration time to develop strategies for successful integration into existing curricula

Please Note:

Participants must bring paper copies of each Chemistry Investigation's documents. These will not be provided at the workshop. Participants should plan to attend both days to have the opportunity to explore all three investigations.

Participants should bring a fully charged laptop, iPad, or tablet to download resources and access digital tools during the session.

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

Credits: 12
Hours: 12
Enrolled: 5/28
Wait: 0/0

51. A Deep Dive into the NYSED Earth and Space Sciences Investigations
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, George Farber Admin. Center-71 Clinton Road, Garden City (Garden City, NY) - LL-B[map]
Audience: Regents Earth Science teachers and science leaders
Dates: 10/23/2025 to 10/30/2025
Location: LL-B

This 2-day workshop will provide participants with an opportunity to explore the three required Earth and Space Sciences Investigations. Science teachers and administrators will deepen their knowledge of the New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS) and explore how the Investigations will prepare students for the 3-D scientific reasoning they will need to perform on the Earth and Spaces Sciences regents examination.

Session 1 "Unearthing Mars - A Historical Perspective.”
Learn how Kepler used Brahe's data to determine Mars' orbit in the early 1600s.
See how modern Mars missions still rely on Kepler and Brahe's principles of gravity and motion.

Session 2 "The Sky is the Limit - Decoding Weather Conditions” and "The Ripple Effect - The Work of Water Across New York State Surfaces.”

Explore how performance tasks fit into NYSED's broader "System of Assessment” framework.
Understand how these tasks offer hands-on experiences aligned with the New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS).
Deepen knowledge of NYSSLS expectations for three-dimensional learning to better prepare students for scientific reasoning.

***Participants must bring paper copies of the Investigation documents (Teacher materials, Student Directions, Student Answer Packet 1, Student Answer Packet 2). These cannot be provided***

**B.Y.O.D. (Bring Your Own Device) - Participants should bring a fully charged laptop, iPad, or tablet to download resources and access websites throughout the workshop.

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

Hours: 12
Enrolled: 4/28
Wait: 0/0

52. DASA Coordinator Training: Comprehensive Full Day
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - CR 123
Audience: New DASA Coordinators and School Professionals seeking an In-Depth Overview
Dates: 10/23/2025
Location: CR 123

Join us for a comprehensive full-day workshop designed for new Dignity for ALL Students Act (DASA) Coordinators or any school professionals seeking an in-depth understanding and overview of both the technical know-how and the adaptive skills crucial for handling incident reports effectively.

Together, we will delve into the intricacies of Dignity Act implementation, providing clarity on the requirements and offering practical strategies for creating a nurturing school atmosphere. We'll tackle common misconceptions surrounding School Safety and the Educational Climate reporting, ensuring that attendees are well-prepared to address any questions or concerns related to reporting procedures.

Participants will walk away with a wealth of resources tailored specifically for building-level Dignity Act Coordinators, empowering them to make a tangible difference in their schools and uphold the dignity and rights of every student.

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

Hours: 6
Enrolled: 22/40
Wait: 0/0

53. DASA Coordinator Collegial Circle Series
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - CR 123
Audience: DASA Coordinators and School Professionals
Dates: 10/24/2025 to 4/23/2026
Location: CR 123

Embark on a journey of professional growth and collaboration with our three-part DASA Coordinator Collegial Circle series designed exclusively for Dignity for ALL Students Act (DASA) Coordinators. Through interactive discussions, actual scenarios, and peer sharing participants will gain insights and strategies to cultivate safer, more inclusive educational environments for all.

We'll explore the nuances of handling challenges and navigating complexities as a DASA Coordinator. From addressing incident reports to managing misconceptions surrounding reporting procedures, we'll share tools and techniques to sharpen our skills, deepen our understanding of the DASA Coordinator role, and confidently navigate any obstacles that may arise.

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

Hours: 9
Enrolled: 8/30
Wait: 0/0

54. The Inspirational Teacher
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LS2
Dates: 10/24/2025
Location: LS2
New

Become a teacher who truly inspires students to learn and grow! Gary McGuey, author of the best-selling book The Inspirational Teacher will share practical and heartfelt advice that will resonate with teachers at all stages of their careers.
The workshop will guide you through a proven four-step process to building high-trust relationships and unleashing the greatness within all students which will expand the ways in which students may demonstrate their mastery of the State's rigorous learning standards and attainment of the various components of the Portrait of a Graduate.

• Identify the core qualities of an inspirational teacher, including empathy, resilience, integrity, and passion for student success.

• Reflect on personal teaching practices and assess how they align with the principles of building strong student-teacher relationships.

• Apply strategies to foster a positive classroom culture, promote student voice, and create a safe and motivating learning environment.

• Demonstrate effective communication skills that support collaboration with students, colleagues, and families.

• Design and implement classroom practices that inspire students to take ownership of their learning.

Hours: 6
Enrolled: 1/30
Wait: 0/0

55. Educators as Physicians: Using Data from Reading Assessments for Professional Decision-Making with Dr. Jan Hasbrouck
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - CR 1, 2, 3
Audience: K-12 Administrators, K-5 Teachers, Reading Specialists, Instructional Coaches, School Psychologists, Intervention Specialists K-12
Dates: 10/28/2025
Location: CR 1, 2, 3

Learn from Dr. Hasbrouck in person! K-12 educators everywhere are being asked to administer increasing numbers of reading assessments. All this testing is time-consuming, requires substantial paperwork, and impacts the time teachers have for planning and instruction. Educators and parents are growing frustrated and wonder if all this testing is really helping our students.

This workshop looks closely at WHY these assessments are used, HOW to select and administer the most time-efficient and valuable assessments, and most importantly to USE the data to make key instructional decisions that can help us provide the best reading instruction to all students. In the same way we expect our physicians to make decisions about our health and wellness by using the best information available, educators must use assessment tools to inform and guide professional decisions regarding students' academic "health and wellness”. But because it's instruction-not testing-that is the most important task of schools, we must select and use reading assessments as efficiently and effectively as possible.

Learning Targets:

Understand the purpose for collecting data effectively and efficiently within an RTI/MTSS framework and system.

Understand the purpose and basic strategies involved in benchmark/screening, diagnostic, and progress monitoring reading assessments.

Know how to accurately collect, interpret, and use data using oral reading fluency assessments and informal reading inventories.

Interpret data and use it to make decisions about students' instructional needs and to evaluate students' progress.

Minimum to run: 48

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 registration on Frontline/MLP at least 7 days prior to the start date of the workshop. If the participant does not cancel within this timeframe, they will be billed.

Credits: 6
Hours: 6
Enrolled: 18/55
Wait: 0/0

56. Hands-On With the Required NYSSLS Physics Investigations: Build, Explore, and Prepare for Implementation
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, George Farber Admin. Center-71 Clinton Road, Garden City (Garden City, NY) - LL-B[map]
Audience: Regents Physics teachers and science leaders
Dates: 10/28/2025 to 11/5/2025
Location: LL-B

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

By the end of this workshop series, participants will:

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

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

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

Credits: 12
Hours: 12
Enrolled: 5/28
Wait: 0/0

57. AI for Literacy: Smarter Planning, Custom Texts, and More Engaged Readers
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LS 3
Audience: K-6 elementary teachers, reading teachers, literacy coaches, ELL teachers, building administrators
Dates: 10/29/2025
Location: LS 3

Step into the future of literacy instruction! This interactive workshop is designed for elementary literacy and reading teachers ready to explore a variety of AI tools that can transform teaching and learning. Discover how to use AI to streamline lesson planning, generate engaging and differentiated reading materials, and support the diverse needs of your students. You'll learn how to create decodable texts, leveled passages, writing prompts, rubrics, and interactive activities-all tailored to your classroom goals. With hands-on time to explore multiple tools, you'll immediately apply what you learn to design resources for your students. No tech expertise required-just bring a laptop or tablet, your curiosity, and your passion for teaching. Leave with practical strategies, ready-to-use materials, and fresh inspiration to elevate literacy instruction.

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

Hours: 6
Enrolled: 4/18
Wait: 0/0

58. Empowering Financial Futures: Teaching Financial Education in Middle and High School
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, George Farber Admin. Center-71 Clinton Road, Garden City (Garden City, NY) - Conference Room 1D[map]
Audience: Teachers & Administrators
Dates: 10/30/2025
Location: Conference Room 1D

Equip your students with the skills they need to navigate life's financial challenges while meeting state standards and boosting classroom engagement. In this dynamic, hands-on workshop, you'll discover how to make personal finance an exciting, meaningful part of your curriculum-whether through a full algebra course or integrated into advisory periods, clubs, or other subjects. Explore how many of the mathematics concepts we teach in algebra, underpin many of financial concepts we want our students to internalize. Bring real-world relevant problems into your classroom and you'll never have students ask, "when are we going to use this in life?” You'll leave with ready-to-use modules, lesson ideas, a better understanding of the standards, and a deeper understanding of how to empower your students for their academic, personal, and professional futures. No prior financial knowledge is needed - just a passion for making a difference and a willingness to learn new things. This workshop is open to all educators, as long as you're willing to engage in basic middle school-level algebra concepts.

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

Hours: 6
Enrolled: 0/20
Wait: 0/0

59. Think Tank Series 2: A Deep Dive into Practice
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY)
Audience: District Teams
Dates: 10/30/2025 to 3/27/2026

Join us for the next evolution of our Science of Reading journey. "SoR Think Tank: A Deep Dive into Practice" is a four-part series designed for returning teams, new groups, or a combination of both. This year, we'll move beyond the attestation and focus on bridging research to practice-supporting district teams as they reflect, collaborate, and take action. We strongly encourage districts to attend in teams of 2-4 members to maximize collaboration and impact. Team members must register individually.

Each session offers structured time for guided planning and cross-district dialogue, with opportunities to learn from and alongside fellow educators who are deeply engaged in this work. Whether your team is refining existing initiatives or just getting started, this Think Tank provides the space to grow together.

The 2025-2026 series will be shaped by feedback collected during last year's Think Tank and adapted in response to ongoing participant input. Our goal is to create a responsive, evolving experience that meets the real needs of our districts.

This year's series also includes a copy of We-Do Writing: Maximizing Practice to Develop Independent Writers (a $26 value) to support our continued learning. Full lunch to be served during our first session.

Co-facilitated by Diana Beltrani, Jen Wiener, and Leah Mermelstein

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

Hours: 12
Enrolled: 7/55
Wait: 0/0

60. Initial APPR Certification Training for Administrators
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - CR 123
Audience: Administrators, Teacher Evaluators
Dates: 11/3/2025
Location: CR 123

The State Education Department requires all evaluators of teachers and principals to be certified through an appropriate training process. During this in-person and interactive Teacher Evaluation Training workshop, participants will explore the following topics:

1. Recent history of theory and practice relative to teacher evaluation
2. Understanding the most recent version of NYSED's APPR Regulations
3. The application of rubrics in evaluating classroom lessons

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

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

61. Teaching Grammar: What REALLY Works!
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LS 1
Audience: Teachers Grades 4-12
Dates: 11/3/2025
Location: LS 1

In this workshop, teachers will learn engaging ways that really work to teach grammar in context of the language arts. Amy Benjamin will demonstrate ready-to-go classroom practices that use authentic language, i.e., student writing and well-crafted literature. Workshop objectives include: A simplified way to teach parts of speech, transitioning from informal to formal written English, blending grammar and vocabulary instruction, and writing various kinds of sentences with correct punctuation.

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

Hours: 6
Enrolled: 0/18
Wait: 0/0

62. Study Group by Mossflower: Making Phonics and Word Study Dynamic and Meaningful
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - CR 123
Audience: Grades 3-5 Coaches and Teachers
Dates: 11/5/2025 to 11/7/2025
Location: CR 123

Third grade is a pivotal year for literacy development. This study group will focus on supporting third graders' phonics and word study needs, ensuring they continue to build automaticity and flexibility with increasingly complex words. We'll look at how to deliver systematic, explicit instruction while keeping learning playful, joyful, and connected to students' reading and writing work. Participants will practice techniques for responsive teaching, assessment-informed small groups, and multisensory word study activities that spark engagement and accelerate growth.

This study group will span 3 days, with the first session hosted in a classroom in a Nassau County school, the second session hosted at BOCES, and the third session back in a classroom. This blend of study and live practice ensures that participants move fluidly between theory and action, learning that is both intellectually rich and immediately useful.

Supports: NYS Attestation for Implementing Effective Phonics Instruction to Support Word Recognition and Spelling.

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

Hours: 18
Enrolled: 1/35
Wait: 0/0

63. *Virtual PD* Annual APPR Recertification Training for Principal and Teacher Evaluators
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES - Virtual Professional Development (Westbury, NY) - Virtual via Zoom
Audience: School Administrators and Supervisors
Dates: 11/6/2025
Location: Virtual via Zoom

The State Education Department requires all evaluators of teachers and principals be re-certified each year. This re-certification workshop for teacher and principal evaluators will provide updated information on APPR regulations.

Participants will review video on the entire evaluation cycle and how to use evidence for change during the post observation conferences.

Participants will also discuss how to implement systemic change in instructional practices using Webb's Depth of Knowledge as an example.

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

Hours: 3
Enrolled: 24/30
Wait: 0/0

64. Reimagining Small Group Instruction in Grades 3-8: Meeting the Needs of Diverse Learners
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - CR 1,2, 3
Audience: Teachers Grades 3-8
Dates: 11/10/2025
Location: CR 1,2, 3
New

Gone are the days of providing diverse readers with a one-size-fits-all approach to small group reading. If we look at Scarborough's Rope, the Simple View of Reading, and Active View of Reading, we recognize the complexity of reading acquisition. The range of skills, knowledge, and factors required for proficient reading vary, as does the ease with which readers develop in each of these areas. This reveals a diversity of needs requiring teachers to pull from a variety of content, methods, and lesson structures.

Participants will learn to identify possible "pathways” for diverse small groups, recognizing that there are students with discrete needs in word recognition, language comprehension, active self-regulation, and bridging processes, rather than relying on leveled groupings. Utilizing the reader profiles in the Simple View of Reading, strands of Scarborough's Rope, and categories of the Active View of Reading, we will discuss strategies for addressing the range of skills, knowledge, and factors for reading proficiency.

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

Hours: 6
Enrolled: 0/60
Wait: 0/0

65. *Virtual PD* Annual APPR Recertification Training for Principal and Teacher Evaluators
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES - Virtual Professional Development (Westbury, NY) - Virtual via Zoom
Audience: School Administrators and Supervisors
Dates: 11/13/2025
Location: Virtual via Zoom

The State Education Department requires all evaluators of teachers and principals be re-certified each year. This re-certification workshop for teacher and principal evaluators will provide updated information on APPR regulations.

Participants will review video on the entire evaluation cycle and how to use evidence for change during the post observation conferences.

Participants will also discuss how to implement systemic change in instructional practices using Webb's Depth of Knowledge as an example.

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

Hours: 3
Enrolled: 14/30
Wait: 0/0

66. *Virtual PD* DASA Coordinator Refresher Training
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES - Virtual Professional Development (Westbury, NY)
Audience: Experienced DASA Coordinators and School Professionals
Dates: 11/13/2025

This half-day refresher session is designed for experienced Dignity for ALL Students Act (DASA) Coordinators and school professionals seeking to enhance their effectiveness in handling incident reports effectively.

This session aims to provide a focused review and update on key aspects of Dignity Act implementation, ensuring that participants are equipped with the latest knowledge and strategies to fulfill responsibilities with confidence. Additionally, we'll delve into adaptive skills essential for receiving and responding to incident reports, offering insights and best practices to sharpen your approach.

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

Hours: 3
Enrolled: 1/45
Wait: 0/0

67. Embedding High-Impact Literacy Practices into Existing Curriculum
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LS 2
Audience: Teachers K-5
Dates: 11/14/2025
Location: LS 2
New

Incorporating science of reading-based practices does not require purchasing a new program; it requires educators to make revisions through the lens of science. In this workshop, we will dive into the NYS recommended "High-Impact Literacy Practices” and suggest ways to incorporate these shifts into your existing curriculum.

Participants will learn how to commit to oral language and foundational skills development (phonological awareness and systematic phonics), incorporate generative vocabulary instruction with meaningful word selection for explicit instruction, create space for fluency instruction, and support comprehension with knowledge building through high-impact literacy practices that address multiple areas at once.

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

Hours: 6
Enrolled: 0/25
Wait: 0/0

68. LETRS Volume 1 Training with Lexia Learning
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - CR 1, 2, 3
Audience: Elementary Teachers of Reading and Literacy
Dates: 11/17/2025 to 6/1/2026
Location: CR 1, 2, 3

The LETRS® (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) Suite is professional learning that provides educators and administrators with deep knowledge to be literacy and language experts in the science of reading.

Developed by renowned literacy experts Dr. Louisa Moats, Dr. Carol Tolman, and Dr. Lucy Hart Paulson, it is a flexible literacy professional learning solution for educators and administrators. LETRS teaches the skills needed to master the fundamentals of reading instruction-phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, writing, and language.

In these 4 sessions, we will cover Volume 1 (Units 1-4) which focuses on the Word Recognition strands of Scarborough's Rope model through units centered on:
Phonology
Basic and advanced phonics
Screening
Educational and diagnostic assessment

LETRS Volume 1 - Online Component Requirement

As part of your participation in LETRS Volume 1 for Teachers, please be advised that there is an additional asynchronous online learning component,that must be completed in addition to the in-person professional development sessions. This online coursework is a required part of the LETRS training and is designed to deepen your understanding of the content covered in Volume 1. You will engage in interactive modules, reflection activities, and practice opportunities that align with the in-person sessions.

Please note: Please note: Cancellation policy: If a participant has registered for, but is unable to attend, this LETRS Volume 1 Training with Lexia Learning workshop offered by Nassau BOCES, they are required to drop their workshop registration on Frontline/MLP by October 20, 2025. In the event the participant does not cancel within this timeframe, the participant/district will be billed.

Credits: 26
Hours: 26
Enrolled: 1/40
Wait: 0/0

69. DASA Coordinator Training: Comprehensive Full Day
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LS 2
Audience: New DASA Coordinators and School Professionals seeking an In-Depth Overview
Dates: 11/18/2025
Location: LS 2

Join us for a comprehensive full-day workshop designed for new Dignity for ALL Students Act (DASA) Coordinators or any school professionals seeking an in-depth understanding and overview of both the technical know-how and the adaptive skills crucial for handling incident reports effectively.

Together, we will delve into the intricacies of Dignity Act implementation, providing clarity on the requirements and offering practical strategies for creating a nurturing school atmosphere. We'll tackle common misconceptions surrounding School Safety and the Educational Climate reporting, ensuring that attendees are well-prepared to address any questions or concerns related to reporting procedures.

Participants will walk away with a wealth of resources tailored specifically for building-level Dignity Act Coordinators, empowering them to make a tangible difference in their schools and uphold the dignity and rights of every student.

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

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

70. Navigating the Numeracy Briefs: High-Impact Strategies for the Math Classroom
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, George Farber Admin. Center-71 Clinton Road, Garden City (Garden City, NY) - Conference Room 1C[map]
Audience: K-12 Math Teachers
Dates: 11/19/2025
Location: Conference Room 1C

What if you could take the state's most powerful research on math instruction and turn it into lessons your students love-and remember? In this full-day, 6-hour workshop for K-12 math teachers, we'll explore the New York State Numeracy Briefs through the lens of everyday classroom practice. Together, we'll unpack the most impactful strategies, see what they look like in real classrooms, and adapt them to your own lessons and student needs. You'll collaborate with fellow educators, design engaging and rigorous learning experiences, and leave with practical tools you can use immediately. By the end of the day, you'll walk away with a Numeracy Briefs Teaching Toolkit-packed with ready-to-use resources to strengthen student understanding, confidence, and achievement in mathematics.

This interactive session includes:

• Deep understanding of the most relevant Numeracy Briefs and how to apply them in daily instruction.

• Hands-on practice integrating strategies into your own lessons and assessments.

• Collaborative planning time with peers to create high-quality, ready-to-use activities.

• The Numeracy Briefs Teaching Toolkit (yours to keep) to support ongoing growth.

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

Hours: 6
Enrolled: 3/20
Wait: 0/0

71. ELLs with Disabilities: Building on Students' Assets to Foster Success
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LS 3
Audience: Classroom teachers, special education teachers, ENL teachers, support personnel, administrators
Dates: 11/20/2025
Location: LS 3

English Language Learners with disabilities struggle daily with learning issues and emotional disorders as well as language acquisition needs. Research-based strategies have been developed to assist teachers working with this special population.

In this session, we will explore and discuss the following topics:

. Developing stimulating remote and in-person lessons for this population
. Incorporating students' native languages, cultures, interests into the instruction
. Teaching students how to engage in academic discourse
. Utilizing culturally responsive texts to teach reading and writing
. Encouraging creative and critical thinking.
. Providing meaningful feedback and assessments

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

Hours: 3
Enrolled: 3/18
Wait: 0/0

72. The Nuts & Bolts of NYSSLS for High School Physics
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, George Farber Admin. Center-71 Clinton Road, Garden City (Garden City, NY) - LL-B[map]
Audience: Regents Physics teachers and science leaders
Dates: 11/20/2025
Location: LL-B

This interactive workshop supports high school physics teachers in navigating the shift to the New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS). Participants will unpack the 3-dimensional nature of the performance expectations, explore released cluster items, and be introduced to developing unit plans rooted in storyline design. Special emphasis will be placed on clarifying what's "in” and "out” in terms of content, aligning instruction with the intent of the standards, and using the "Activity Before Content” (ABC) approach to promote student sensemaking.

Participants will:

Analyze NYSSLS performance expectations using the 3 dimensions.
Identify new and omitted content in NYSSLS-aligned physics compared to previous standards.
Draft a realistic pacing guide for the school year.
Examine released cluster items to understand performance levels and student expectations.
Explore the basics of unit storyline development, anchored in compelling phenomena and student-driven questions.

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

Credits: 6
Hours: 6
Enrolled: 8/30
Wait: 0/0

73. Decoding Literacy for Dyslexic Students
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LS 3
Audience: Classroom Educators, Literacy Specialists, Education Administrators
Dates: 11/21/2025
Location: LS 3

This in-person full day workshop will provide participants with an impactful perspective on what it is like to learn as a dyslexic student through simulations. In turn, participants will walk away with newfound empathy for the diagnosed and undiagnosed dyslexic learner(s) in their classroom as well as resources for use in the classroom.

Through in depth discussion of personal experience in the current classroom/school population, educators will reflect on how dyslexia may already have influenced their teaching and the learning experience of students past or present.

Participants will discover:
strategies for recognizing signs of dyslexia versus what is developmentally appropriate and "neurotypical” for learning to read
an understanding of why dyslexic students, or students with related or undiagnosed language based challenges, struggle to learn to read and how to explicitly and systematically teach to their strengths as learners
how to approach or look for effective intervention and remediation strategies with explicit instruction like a certified academic language therapist
the importance of the teacher understanding the multiple categories of pure consonant sounds and vowel sounds based on their features of articulation

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

Hours: 6
Enrolled: 13/18
Wait: 0/0

74. The Science of Learning That Actually Works: Research-based and classroom-tested strategies to boost memory, meaning, and long-term learning across subjects
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LS 2
Audience: 3–8 Teachers, Instructional Coaches, Literacy Leaders, Administrators
Dates: 11/25/2025
Location: LS 2

What does cognitive science really say about how students learn-and how can that knowledge shape what we do across all content areas? In this workshop, participants will learn practical strategies grounded in the science of learning, including retrieval, spacing, generation, elaboration, and transfer. These techniques apply not only to reading and writing, but also to math, science, social studies, and beyond. The session connects research-based practices to real classroom application, helping educators boost retention, engagement, and long-term learning across the curriculum.

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

Hours: 6
Enrolled: 2/20
Wait: 0/0

75. Supporting Content-Specific Literacy Across Disciplines in Grades 6-12
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - CR 1, 2, 3
Audience: Teachers Grades 6-12
Dates: 12/3/2025
Location: CR 1, 2, 3
New

For students to fully grasp the concepts and information invarious content areas, they need to develop the skills to read and write proficiently within those subjects, making reading and writing instruction essential. Educators will gain practical tools and planning frameworks to strengthen literacy instruction in their disciplines and deepen students' understanding of the content.

Participants will study research-backed comprehension strategies for accessing complex texts, methods to increase students' background knowledge and vocabulary, text-based discussion protocols, and writing strategies to increase students' understanding of content and qualities of writing.

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

Hours: 6
Enrolled: 0/60
Wait: 0/0

76. DASA Coordinator Training: Comprehensive Full Day
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LS 3
Audience: New DASA Coordinators and School Professionals seeking an In-Depth Overview
Dates: 12/4/2025
Location: LS 3

Join us for a comprehensive full-day workshop designed for new Dignity for ALL Students Act (DASA) Coordinators or any school professionals seeking an in-depth understanding and overview of both the technical know-how and the adaptive skills crucial for handling incident reports effectively.

Together, we will delve into the intricacies of Dignity Act implementation, providing clarity on the requirements and offering practical strategies for creating a nurturing school atmosphere. We'll tackle common misconceptions surrounding School Safety and the Educational Climate reporting, ensuring that attendees are well-prepared to address any questions or concerns related to reporting procedures.

Participants will walk away with a wealth of resources tailored specifically for building-level Dignity Act Coordinators, empowering them to make a tangible difference in their schools and uphold the dignity and rights of every student.

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

Hours: 6
Enrolled: 0/20
Wait: 0/0

77. Words That Work: Vocabulary, Knowledge, and Joy in a Science of Reading-Aligned Classroom
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LS 1
Audience: Elementary teachers, reading teachers, ELL teachers, literacy coaches, and administrators
Dates: 12/5/2025
Location: LS 1

Grounded in the Science of Reading and aligned with New York State's literacy initiatives, this professional learning session empowers educators to prioritize both students' vocabulary development and social-emotional well-being. Participants will explore joyful, research-based strategies for vocabulary -one of the essential components of the Big 6 literacy skills and strategies that underpin effective Tier 1 reading instruction. Anchored in NYSED's Literacy Briefs and Early Literacy Roadmap, the session supports the state's call for curriculum review. Teachers will explore how to create vocabulary-rich learning environments that build background knowledge, honor student identity, and foster authentic language use. Participants will learn how to design integrated text sets using picture books, poetry, informational texts, and digital media to support both comprehension and content-area learning. The use of gestures based on current research will be synthesized into teaching practices. Throughout the session, we will reference the work of leading literacy researchers, including Isabel Beck, Tim Rasinski, and P. David Pearson, whose contributions have informed high-impact vocabulary instruction and language development practices. Educators will leave with engaging tools and strategies-including word games, morphology strategies, and collaborative tasks-that strengthen both expressive and receptive language, making vocabulary instruction both meaningful and memorable for all learners.

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

Hours: 6
Enrolled: 1/20
Wait: 0/0

78. Making Groupwork the Norm: Evolved Strategies for Deeper Collaboration
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LS1
Audience: Teachers
Dates: 12/12/2025
Location: LS1
New

Having students to work collaboratively isn't just something you do with your students in isolated moments - it's a culture you cultivate over time. In this newly updated and expanded version of the popular Making Groupwork the Normworkshop, we'll dive deeper into the classroom structures, routines, and mindsets that help collaborative learning thrive in middle and high school classrooms. Whether you're new to collaborative learning or building on what you learned in the original workshop, this session offers fresh insights grounded in real classroom practice. You'll leave with:

- A refined set of groupwork norms that boost student independence and peer-to-peer accountability
- New strategies for designing tasks that foster true collaboration - not just cooperation
- Tools for formative assessment that track individual understanding within group contexts
- Clear guidance on managing equity, voice, and shared responsibility
- Ways to use groupwork as a lever for differentiation and deeper learning

We'll also address persistent myths about groupwork, explore common implementation challenges, and share field-tested solutions that work across content areas.
Join us to transform groupwork from an occasional structure into a powerful, everyday practice - and reimagine what students can do when they learn together.

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

Hours: 6
Enrolled: 0/20
Wait: 0/0

79. Revitalizing Writing Instruction Aligned to Science of Reading (SoR) and Knowledge-Building
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - CR 1, 2, 3
Audience: Teachers K-6
Dates: 12/12/2025
Location: CR 1, 2, 3
New

Research shows that writing about what we learn is a way to solidify that knowledge in our minds, building networks of ideas and connected vocabulary. In this session, teachers will learn ways to use writing not only as a way to make content learning stick, but also as a way to teach crucial writing skills, such as grammar and mechanics.

We will explore approaches that honor choice and process in writing instruction, and also provide students with ways to cement their learning from reading via research projects and culminating writing tasks that connect to reading and knowledge building.

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

Hours: 6
Enrolled: 0/60
Wait: 0/0

80. Science of Reading for Secondary Teachers
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LS 3
Audience: Middle/High School Teachers
Dates: 12/15/2025
Location: LS 3

As Science of Reading practices at the elementary levels is transforming how reading is taught, secondary teachers need to understand its instructional implications as well. This workshop will equip teachers with specific classroom strategies that will strengthen ELA instruction. This session will focus on: Clarification of what "Science of Reading” is and what it is not, helping students build fluency (speed, accuracy, expression) and classroom practices that strengthen the mutual skills of reading and writing.

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

Hours: 6
Enrolled: 0/18
Wait: 0/0

81. ELA State Assessment Preparation Strategies
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LS3
Audience: Teachers Grades 3-5, Teacher Assistants Grades 3-5
Dates: 12/17/2025
Location: LS3

Participants will gain insight into strategies and techniques for preparing students for the ELA State Exam. Participants will review released ELA State Assessment questions and explore how to help students develop skills for understanding the assessment expectations, typical question patterns, navigating challenging texts, genre features, and alignment to the short and extended response rubrics Participants will also learn how to use data to design differentiated, targeted, small group instruction.

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

Hours: 3
Enrolled: 3/20
Wait: 0/0

82. Initial APPR Certification Training for Administrators
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LS 2
Audience: Administrators, Teacher Evaluators
Dates: 1/8/2026
Location: LS 2

The State Education Department requires all evaluators of teachers and principals to be certified through an appropriate training process. During this in-person and interactive Teacher Evaluation Training workshop, participants will explore the following topics:

1. Recent history of theory and practice relative to teacher evaluation
2. Understanding the most recent version of NYSED's APPR Regulations
3. The application of rubrics in evaluating classroom lessons

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

Hours: 6
Enrolled: 0/20
Wait: 0/0

83. "But I Don't Speak the Language" - Supporting our English Language Learners in Classrooms
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LS 3
Audience: All Teachers
Dates: 1/15/2026
Location: LS 3

Even if you don't speak the same language as your students, you can help them learn academic English if you apply the principles of language acquisition. This workshop will offer several classroom practices that will help speakers of languages other than English, and native English speakers as well. Participants will explore the basics of second language acquisition and how to create a welcoming atmosphere for ELLs. A specific focus will be on The English-Spanish connection, identifying cognates and analytical comparison between English and Spanish.

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

Hours: 6
Enrolled: 0/18
Wait: 0/0

84. Long Island Science of Learning Summit: Research, Insights, & Impact
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - CR 1, 2, 3
Audience: Educators
Dates: 1/23/2026
Location: CR 1, 2, 3

Join Amplify and Nassau BOCES for Our First-Ever Free Literacy Event!

Featuring Keynote Speakers Susan Lambert and DeJunné Clark Jackson

Susan Lambert is the Chief Academic Officer of Literacy at Amplify. Susan's career has been focused on creating high-quality learning environments using evidence-based practices. As the host of Science of Reading: The Podcast, Susan, explores the increasing body of scientific research around how reading is best taught. As a former classroom teacher, administrator, and curriculum developer, Susan is dedicated to turning theory into best practices that educators can put right to use in the classroom, and to showcasing national models of reading instruction excellence.

DeJunne' Clark Jackson is an experienced educational professional who has worked with children and adolescents across a wide range of educational stages, from early childhood through college. She is the founder of Learning Fundamentals Educational Therapy & Consultingand is particularly passionate about dyslexia awareness and reading instruction. DeJunne' holds leadership roles in several key organizations, including Decoding Dyslexia Louisiana and The Reading League Louisiana. Additionally, she serves as President of The Center for Literacy & Learning, known for hosting the national Plain Talk About Literacy & Learning Institute.

Don't miss this exciting opportunity to hear from two nationally recognized voices in education. This gathering promises to deliver fresh insights and foster meaningful discussions on the latest strategies in literacy and beyond.

Lunch will be provided.

Space is limited-please register in advance!

We look forward to learning and growing together.

Credits: 6
Hours: 6
Enrolled: 33/95
Wait: 0/0

85. Teaching Vocabulary in the Content Areas (Grades 5-8)
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - CR 1, 2, 3
Audience: Teachers and School Administrators, Grades 5-8
Dates: 2/13/2026
Location: CR 1, 2, 3

This workshop focuses on high-leverage strategies for teaching vocabulary across content areas in grades 5-8. Participants will explore how to move beyond definitions to deepen word knowledge, foster cross-disciplinary word transfer, and align vocabulary instruction to knowledge-building and standards. Attendees will engage with morphology, contextual usage, and academic word sets relevant to ELA, social studies, math, and science instruction.

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

Hours: 6
Enrolled: 0/20
Wait: 0/0

86. Study Group by Mossflower- Building Word Power: Vocabulary Instruction That Sticks
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - Off-Site
Audience: Grades 3-5 Coaches and Teachers
Dates: 3/2/2026 to 3/4/2026
Location: Off-Site

This study group will dive into research-based methods for developing rich, flexible vocabulary knowledge across grades 3-5. We will explore high-leverage instructional strategies-including contextualized word learning, generative word study, and vocabulary routines that are embedded into reading and writing instruction. This study group will spotlight ways to teach academic and disciplinary vocabulary explicitly while keeping curiosity and joy at the heart of word learning. Participants will leave with strategies to lift the level of student talk, reading comprehension, and writing sophistication through intentional vocabulary work.

This study group will span 3 days, with the first session hosted at BOCES and the following two days unfolding right inside classrooms in Nassau County. This blend of study and live practice ensures that participants move fluidly between theory and action, learning that is both intellectually rich and immediately useful.

Supports: NYS Attestation for Explicit Vocabulary Instruction to Strengthen Comprehension and Expression.

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

Hours: 18
Enrolled: 2/35
Wait: 0/0

87. High-Impact Literacy Instructional Practices at the Secondary Level
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LS 3
Audience: Middle/High School Teachers
Dates: 3/4/2026
Location: LS 3

The New York State Literacy Initiative specifies six types of classroom routines that lay the groundwork for lifelong literacy. In this workshop, teachers will learn how to implement these high-impact practices at the secondary level. This session will focus on: Collaborative projects and presentations, text-based discussions and writing opportunities, engagement with a variety of high-interest texts, spelling and word study, grammar, punctuation, capitalization conventions, and purposeful play.

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

Hours: 6
Enrolled: 0/18
Wait: 0/0

88. Building Reading Fluency in Grades K-5
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - LS 2
Audience: K–5 Classroom Teachers, Reading Specialists, Literacy Coaches, Special Education Teachers, Administrators
Dates: 3/6/2026
Location: LS 2

Fluency is more than speed-it's accuracy, expression, pacing, and comprehension in motion. In this workshop, participants will learn how to assess and build reading fluency in developmentally appropriate ways across grades K-5. We'll explore how fluency supports comprehension, how to balance decoding with automaticity, and how to design meaningful fluency practice using texts that build vocabulary and background knowledge. Participants will also explore how to harness AI tools to support fluency instruction-including how to generate practice passages, provide targeted feedback, and scaffold for diverse learners without over-relying on tech. The session includes ready-to-use strategies for modeling fluency, tracking progress, and integrating fluency into whole-group, small-group, and independent reading time.

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

Hours: 6
Enrolled: 1/20
Wait: 0/0

89. Study Group by Mossflower: The Science of Reading Meets Writing Workshop
Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Regional PD - CoSer 507.530
Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - Off-Site
Audience: Grades 3-5 Coaches and Teachers
Dates: 4/20/2026 to 4/22/2026
Location: Off-Site

In this study group, we'll explore how the principles of the Science of Reading extend into writing instruction. Participants will unpack the intersections between transcription (handwriting, spelling, sentence construction) and composition, and study methods for building fluency, syntax, and coherence in student writing. We'll examine practical ways to weave knowledge of language structures, genre, and vocabulary into the writing workshop model-all while honoring student choice and voice. Through live classroom labsites and study sessions, teachers will see how applying research-backed practices can make writing instruction even more powerful.

This study group will span 3 days, with the first session hosted at BOCES and the following two days unfolding right inside classrooms in Nassau County. This blend of study and live practice ensures that participants move fluidly between theory and action, learning that is both intellectually rich and immediately useful.

Supports: NYS Attestation for Alignment with the Science of Reading Across Literacy Instruction.

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

Hours: 18
Enrolled: 0/35
Wait: 0/0

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