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1. EDU 5374.02/Teaching Methods and Curriculum Grades 7-12

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 9/3/2024 to 12/20/2024

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Explore curriculum approaches, teaching and assessment strategies, classroom management, and other critical issues in teaching at the middle childhood and adolescence levels. Become familiar with the ways in which middle and high schools' function, both within their buildings and within their broader communities. Field experience required. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Joleen Murray at jmurray@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517x103 before registering. Additional college tuition and fees will be incurred. Runs asynchronously online from Sept. 3-Dec. 20. Please refer to service hub or the course syllabus for exact dates.

2. GREENBURGH CSD NEW TEACHER INSTITUTE September 10, 2024 - June 3, 2025 (EWTC)

Location: Woodlands HS/MS (Hartsdale, NY) - Innovation Lab

Dates: 9/10/2024 to 6/3/2025

Location: Innovation Lab

THIS CLASS IS ONLY OPEN TO NEW TEACHERS IN THE GREENBURGH CSD DATES AND TIMES: 3:30 - 5:00PM at Woodlands MS/HS Innovation Lab September 10, 2024 October 15, 2024 November 12, 2024 December 17, 2024 January 14, 2025 February 25, 2025 March 25, 2025 April 29, 2025 May 13, 2025 June 3, 2025 ***1.5 additional hours will be spent on assignments outside of our sessions. In order to receive the 1 in-service credit from EWTC you MUST attend. ALL sessions and complete all assignments.

3. EDU 5077.02/Adolescents w/Learning and Behavioral Problems

Location: North Rockland High School (North Rockland HS, )

Dates: 9/10/2024 to 11/12/2024

The course will examine the academic, social and emotional needs of the adolescent with learning and behavior problems. The focus will be on the laws, assessments, methodology and programs, as well as developmental, compensatory and social aspects of teaching secondary students with special needs. This course will provide an overview of the characteristics in a general education classroom. It will incorporate children with special needs and the programs and procedures used most effectively to serve them. It will also provide information about the laws guiding the education of special education students and the theories, diagnostic procedures and teaching strategies which are most effective with these students. Technical Requirements; When in person, all students will still be required to join the Google Classroom. We will use this to provide you with course materials. Also, this will allow you to post assignments. Required Text: "The Inclusive Classroom” by Mastropieri & Scrugg, the Loose-Leaf Version-5th edition. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Joleen Murray at jmurray@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517x103 before registering. Additional college tuition and fees will be incurred.

4. EDAD 5000.01 Schools as Learning Organizations

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 1/21/2025 to 5/6/2025

This course introduces the basic vision of the MPS program: to develop in participants the ability to view schools and school districts as systems that have the capacity to become Learning Organizations. Researcher Peter Senge's five disciplines (systems thinking, personal mastery, mental models, shared vision, and team learning) are explored in depth with practical applications for participants organizational contexts. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110 before registering. Additional college tuition will be incurred. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment.

5. EDU 5130.01 Classroom Management for Special Education

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 1/21/2025 to 5/6/2025

This course focuses on a theoretical and practical approach to classroom management, organization and discipline. It includes an analysis of the way these issues relate to the nature of learning and classroom interactions. Methods and techniques of effective teaching will be addressed, including organizing the classroom environment to include different learning styles, multilevel instruction, managing cooperative learning groups, preventive, supportive and corrective discipline, behavior modification, self-management techniques and assessment. Teacher candidates will prepare a classroom management plan. Field experience required. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110 before registering. Additional college tuition will be incurred. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment.

6. EDU 5374.01 Teaching Methods and Curriculum 7-12

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 1/21/2025 to 5/6/2025

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Explore curriculum approaches, teaching and assessment strategies, classroom management, and other critical issues in teaching at the middle childhood and adolescence levels. Become familiar with the ways in which middle and high schools function, both within their buildings and within their broader communities. Field experience required. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110 before registering. Additional college tuition will be incurred. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment.

7. EDAD 5040.01 The Superintendency

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 1/22/2025 to 5/7/2025

This course will focus on the evolving and diversified role of the Superintendent as an organizational leader. Applying theoretical frameworks to practical realities, the focus will be on identifying those processes and practices though which the Superintendent can successfully engage district stakeholders in actualizing a shared vision. A series of case studies and situational analyses will illuminate the Chief School Administrator's (CSA) role as it relates to the Board, staff, students, parents and community as well as to the various conflicting and competing aspects of the role. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110 before registering. Additional college tuition will be incurred. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment.

8. EDU 5200.01 Structure of English

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 1/22/2025 to 5/7/2025

Review English grammar for the purpose of developing classroom activities and materials for the teaching of semantics, syntax, morphology and phonology of English to students with limited proficiency. Field experience required. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110 before registering. Additional college tuition will be incurred. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment.

9. Science: Cross-Cutting Concepts and Modeling (2/10/25-2/13/25)

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 2/10/2025 to 2/13/2025

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In this session, participants will focus on the Cross Cutting Concepts (CCC) found in the NYSSLS Science standards. There are 7 CCCs that participants will review, and will look at resources available on how to bring them into our curriculum. An overview of what a model is will also be reviewed. Participants will go back to their grade-specific science standards and will develop a NYSSLS visual model based on NYSSLS requirements. This 3-hour course will be asynchronous and materials will be found on our class Google Classroom. Participants will receive a rockteach.org email address to participate. Dates listed are the start date and end date.

10. Strategies for Teaching Mathematics to ELLs (2/10-13/2025)

Location: Online Only (Online, )

Dates: 2/10/2025 to 2/13/2025

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During this online course experience, participants will explore teaching strategies using The SIOP Model ® for Mathematics K-12. Specific tasks and examples will be included to provide practice and application of key concepts and academic language for ELLs. This course is 3 ENL/CTLE hours and will run through Google Classroom. Please note that there are suggested timelines for work completion. Since this course does NOT require any synchronous sessions, you may plan your time accordingly. All work is due by the end of the last day of the course. You will receive a Rockland Teacher Center gmail account to participate in this course. Participants print their own CTLE certificate. After the following has been completed, 1. The course officially ends: 2. MLP Evaluation is completed 3. Attendance is confirmed by instructor: 4. Once the MLP admin marks the course complete, participants will be able print their CTLE certificate. Please note that initial class information, including your new RTC gmail, will be sent to the email you have registered on Frontline MLP.

11. Local History of Brickmaking (Zoom)

Location: Zoom (Zoom, Zo)

Dates: 2/10/2025

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Learn about the impact of Brick Manufacturing on the Hudson River from 1815-1956 and its significant contribution to building one of the greatest cities in the world, New York. Explore local history focusing on the growth of the Haverstraw Brick Industry and discuss Haverstraw's role as an economic incubator of the region and its resulting social and environmental impact. This program is offered in collaboration with the Haverstraw Brick Museum and facilitated by Executive Director Rachel Whitlow.

12. The Truth Matters: The Holocaust and the Age of Misinformation (Zoom)

Location: Zoom (Zoom, Zo)

Dates: 2/11/2025

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The Truth Matters training is designed to:
Introduce teachers to the concept of propaganda and misinformation spread for political purposes
Explore historical and contemporary examples
Contextualize how both teachers and students can work together to mitigate this threat to our democracy.
Participants will learn how to critically evaluate media, challenge false narratives, and preserve the integrity of Holocaust history. By confronting the dangers of distortion and disinformation, we will explore how AI and other modern technologies can be both tools for education and instruments of manipulation. Together, we will ensure that the truth endures, honoring the memory of those who perished and empowering future generations to stand against hatred, propaganda, and revisionism.
The program will encourage both teachers to examine where information comes from, identify sources, and question: Who does this narrative benefit?
Facilitators will guide educators in employing critical thinking skills to strengthen their minds and empower them to use moral courage when analyzing media and information.
This training is presented by the Holocaust Museum & Center for Tolerance and Education at Rockland Community College.

13. EDPD 5037.01 Strategies for Students Living in Poverty

Location: North Rockland High School (North Rockland HS, )

Dates: 2/13/2025 to 4/10/2025

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Students living in poverty face challenges that educators may miss in our school settings. Ruby Payne (2019) says that students living in poverty are often in "survival mode.” This can make learning in schools challenging, but certainly not impossible for students. As a result of this course, participants will develop methods and strategies that will best meet the learning needs of students living in poverty. Participants will understand the nature of poverty and how poverty affects behavior and academic performance. Once an understanding of poverty has been established, participants will "embrace the mindset of change” necessary to assist students living with poverty (Jensen, 2009). Participants will view students as having "fluid intelligence” and develop action steps necessary to positively influence the way in which students can better understand learning standards and grow as learners/thinkers. Finally, participants will develop classroom level factors to improve student performance following the SHARE method developed by Jensen in his book titled Teacher with Poverty in Mind: What Being Poor Does To Kids' Brains And What Schools Can Do About It (2009). The SHARE method stands for: Standards-based curriculum and instruction; Hope building; Arts, athletics, and Advanced Placement; Retooling of the operating system; and Engaging instruction. Required Readings: "A Framework for Understanding Poverty-A Cognitive Approach”, 6th ed., by Payne, Ruby (2019). Aha Press, Highlands, Texas; "Disrupting Poverty: Five Powerful Classroom Practices”, by Kathleen M. Budge and William H. Parrett (2018) ASCD Alexandria, VA. *If you are taking this course for Graduate Credit, participants must also register with Manhattanville through Instant Enrollment on Service Hub. Email Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org for more information. Note: Official graduate transcripts will not be available until the official end of the college semester.
The purpose of this 1 hour training is to provide a framework to understand the sensory system, sensory processing and sensory regulation as it relates to children sensory processing disorder (SPD) and Autism. Practical examples will be provided to help teachers use a new framework to understand student behavior. Simple instructional strategies will be discussed for a "see today - use tomorrow" application.
There has been a growing interest to address the sensory processing concerns of school-aged children. Current estimates indicate that 5% to 16.5% of the general school aged population present with one or more sensory processing challenges. Estimates are even higher for those with diagnoses of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
Timothy Davis is the Associate Professor, SUNY Distinguished Service Professor, SUNY Cortland, Director, Sensory Integration Motor Sensory/Multi-Sensory Environment (SIMS/MSE) Lab and Executive Director, Adapted Physical Education National Standards (APENS).
This training is sponsored by the Rockland County School Health and Wellness Coalition. Autism Strand
Join us for a discussion of the book James by Percival Everett. Candace will lead us in an interesting and thought provoking discussion on February 18 at10:00 AM. To receive the summary, Zoom link and the questions in a timely manner, please register by Thursday, January 13.
Join us for a discussion of the book How to read a Book by Monica Wood. Candace will lead us in an interesting and thought provoking discussion on February 22 at 10:00 AM at Mount Ivy Diner To receive the summary and the questions in a timely manner, please register by Wednesday,February 12.
Join us for this 45-hour hybrid book study (open only to Tarrytown teachers) which will provide an in-depth exploration of Making Content Comprehensible for Multilingual Learners by Jana Echevarría, MaryEllen Vogt, and Deborah J. Short. Participants will engage with key strategies for designing and delivering effective lessons that support the language development and academic success of multilingual learners. By examining research-based frameworks and practical tools, this course will empower educators to create inclusive, engaging, and comprehensible content for students from diverse linguistic background. Participants must purchase the book before the commencement of the course. Online meeting dates will be on Mondays, February 24, March 10, March 24, March 31 and Thursday, April 10 from 7:15pm-8:15pm. All other assignments are self-paced. PARTICIPANTS MUST ATTEND ALL SYNCHRONOUS SESSIONS TO RECEIVE FULL CREDIT FOR THIS COURSE. Your camera must be on, and you must be present on-screen at all times during the Zoom sessions. Participation in the Zoom sessions, including responding to prompts in the chat, is required to receive full credit for the course.

18. Hybrid: "Canva All Glowed Up" for Elementary K - 5 Tarrytown Teachers Only, February 24 - March 24, 2025 (EWTC)

Audience: PK - 12 Teachers in Tarrytown Schools Only

Dates: 2/24/2025 to 3/24/2025

Location: Online/Hybrid

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This hybrid course is ONLY open to Tarrytown teachers. Synchronous meeting dates will be on Meeting dates will be on Monday's, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24 from 6:30-8:30 pm. All other assignments are self paced. Canva All Glowed Up will introduce teachers to the new features of Canva that came out in June. This comprehensive 15-hour course is designed to empower teachers with the knowledge and skills to effectively utilize Canva tools in the educational setting. Unlock your creativity and enhance your classroom with our comprehensive Canva Masterclass for Teachers! This hands-on workshop will equip teachers with the skills to create stunning educational materials and interactive content. ● Magic Studio: Discover the magic of Canva's AI-powered tools to streamline your design process. ● Presentations: Craft engaging and visually appealing presentations that captivate your students. ● Video & Photo Editing: Learn to edit videos and photos like a pro, adding a dynamic element to your teaching resources. ● Working with Templates: Explore a variety of customizable templates to save time and maintain a professional look. ● Creating Whiteboards: Utilize Canva's whiteboard feature to brainstorm, plan lessons, and collaborate in real-time. MUST ATTEND ALL SYNCHRONOUS SESSIONS TO RECEIVE FULL CREDIT FOR THIS COURSE. Your camera must be on and you must be present on-screen at all times during the Zoom sessions. Participation in the Zoom sessions, including responding to prompts in the chat, is required to receive full credit for the course.
In accordance with Article 2 Sections 10-18 of the Education Law, all applicants for Certification in NYS registered programs are required to complete six clock hours of Training in Harassment, Bullying, Cyberbullying and Discrimination in Schools: Prevention and Intervention (DASA Training). This workshop will be both asynchronous and synchronous. The first 3 hours will be provided through Google Classroom (a Google invite will be provided). You will need to join using a personal Gmail account. The asynchronous portion will consist of a self-directed module-based approach that will ask candidates to review the background and some of the laws associated with the DASA, timelines and concrete concepts. The modules will include both free responses and multiple-choice quizzes to ascertain your understanding before a certificate for Part 1 can be issued. You will have four days to complete the first 3 asynchronous hours. This 3-hour session must be completed prior to Part II which is on Sunday, March 2, 2025. Part 2, also a 3-hour time frame, will dive deeper into the strategies and reporting procedures as well as proactive mechanisms for tracking, reporting, and preventing bullying and harassment in the educational/school environment, including cyber bullying. All participants must be available on Sunday, March 2, 2025 from 10:00am - 1:00pm to participate in synchronous Part II of the workshop which will be held via Zoom.

20. Be the Scientist: A Guide on Science Lab Set Up and Data Collection (2/24/25-2/27/25)

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 2/24/2025 to 2/27/2025


Participants in this session will participate in the lab experience based on the NYSSLS standards.They will develop a proper Google Form for data collection. It is highly recommended that you have experience with Google Forms. A Google Forms course is being offered Feb 24-27, 2025, if needed. Then, we will participate in the hands-on experience and collect data using our form. This 3-hour course will be asynchronous and materials will be found on our class Google Classroom. Due to the class being asynchronous, a list of lab materials will be emailed in advance. They will be common items. Participants will receive a rockteach.org email address to participate. Dates listed are the start date and end date.

21. Hybrid: "Canva All Glowed Up" for Secondary 6-12 Tarrytown Teachers Only, February 25 - March 25, 2025 (EWTC)

Audience: PK - 12 Teachers in Tarrytown Schools Only

Dates: 2/25/2025 to 3/25/2025

Location: Online/Hybrid

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This hybrid course is ONLY open to Tarrytown teachers. Synchronous meeting dates will be on Meeting dates will be on Tuesday's, 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25 from 6:30-8:30 pm. All other assignments are self paced. Canva All Glowed Up will introduce teachers to the new features of Canva that came out in June. This comprehensive 15-hour course is designed to empower teachers with the knowledge and skills to effectively utilize Canva tools in the educational setting. Unlock your creativity and enhance your classroom with our comprehensive Canva Masterclass for Teachers! This hands-on workshop will equip teachers with the skills to create stunning educational materials and interactive content. ● Magic Studio: Discover the magic of Canva's AI-powered tools to streamline your design process. ● Presentations: Craft engaging and visually appealing presentations that captivate your students. ● Video & Photo Editing: Learn to edit videos and photos like a pro, adding a dynamic element to your teaching resources. ● Working with Templates: Explore a variety of customizable templates to save time and maintain a professional look. ● Creating Whiteboards: Utilize Canva's whiteboard feature to brainstorm, plan lessons, and collaborate in real-time. MUST ATTEND ALL SYNCHRONOUS SESSIONS TO RECEIVE FULL CREDIT FOR THIS COURSE. Your camera must be on and you must be present on-screen at all times during the Zoom sessions. Participation in the Zoom sessions, including responding to prompts in the chat, is required to receive full credit for the course.

22. Anxiety and Helping Young People Take Control of It (Zoom)

Location: Zoom (Zoom, Zo)

Dates: 2/25/2025

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This 2 hour training will include an overview of Anxiety, including basic statistics and common presentations in young people. Explore how young people can make sense of their anxiety and tips for reducing anxiety. This training is facilitated by Sonia Wagner, LCWS. Social Work CEUs through Rockland BOCES - $30 fee issed by Rockland BOCES and paid separately by credit card.

23. Elementary Math PLC 25 (Zoom)

Location: Zoom (Zoom, Zo)

Dates: 2/25/2025 to 3/25/2025

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The Elementary Math Professional Learning Community is designed to be an interactive professional learning community where elementary educators explore and discuss curriculum highlights, updated NYSED resources, and best instructional practices. The 2024-2025 PLC will focus on trends, best practices, and key resources. Math strand

24. AMTNYS Building Thinking Classroom Mathematics Support Group - Zoom

Location: Zoom (Zoom, Zo)

Dates: 2/26/2025 to 5/27/2025

Building Thinking Classrooms involves creating an environment where students actively engage in deep, critical thinking and problem-solving. This approach prioritizes student-centered learning, where the teacher acts as a facilitator, guiding students through collaborative and inquiry-based activities. It emphasizes the importance of fostering a growth mindset, encouraging students to embrace challenges and view mistakes as learning opportunities. Meet with other educators who are using or thinking about using the Building Thinking Classroom model. Sessions are open to all mathematics educators for grades K-12. Participants will be broken into groups by grade levels.
Social Work CEU Certificate provided by Rockland BOCES. Resources for Enhancing School Climate (1/22/25 - 2/27/25)

26. Classroom Movement to Activate Learning - Zoom

Location: Zoom (Zoom, Zo)

Dates: 2/27/2025

Join us for an engaging session with fun and creative strategies to incorporate physical activity into your classroom routine. Together, we'll explore common challenges to integrating movement into the school day and share practical solutions to overcome them. You'll leave inspired, equipped with actionable ideas, and confident to activate learning for your students. This training is sponsored by the Rockland County School Health and Wellness Coalition.

27. Engineering Design in Action: Integrating Artemis Mission from NASA into STEM Education

Location: Rockland BOCES (West Nyack, NY)

Dates: 2/28/2025

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 K -12 educators in STEM subject areas are invited to register for this unique opportunity to learn about NASA-specific resources, develop practical skills in implementing NASA STEM activities, gain insights into strategies for effectively implementing science and engineering practices in classrooms, and network with other teachers from across the community.
The workshop will focus on utilizing the Engineering Design Process to teach STEM in an integrated way, with real-world NASA connections.
Participants will dive into the engineering challenges of sending humans back to the Moon as part of the Artemis mission. Through hands-on activities, educators will experience how to bring real-world engineering challenges into K-12 classrooms, inspiring the next generation of innovators. Priority Rockland Teachers' Center Member districts receive priority registration.
6hr training with 1/2 hour included for lunch.

28. Ten County Mathematics Educators Association Annual Conference

Location: Highlands Middle School (White Plains, NY) - https://www.tencountymath.com/

Dates: 3/1/2025

Location: https://www.tencountymath.com/

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The Ten County Mathematics Educators Association (TCMEA) Annual Conference:The annual conference offers workshops designed to address the needs of educators and math leaders at the elementary, middle school, and high school levels.
Program Highlights
NASA
Greg Tang
AI Tools for Teaching and Learning
Principles and Best Practices of Grading and Assessment
Enhancing Algebraic Fluency Using New Innovative Apps
Thinking Classrooms
The Geometry of Trigonometry
Igniting Learning Through #MathPlay
Taking a Closer Look at Math Anxiety
Mathematics Progressions
Building Mathematical Understanding: A Bilingual Glossary for PreK-8 Students and Educators
Creating Future Innovators: Starting a Robotics Team
8 Mathematical Language Routines for Mastery and Inclusion
Free Resources to Identify Gaps and Support Student Learning
THIS REGISTRATION IS FOR CTLE ONLY. SEPARATE CONFERENCE REGISTRATION is REQUIRED: https://www.tencountymath.com/

TCMEA is the Lower Hudson Valley Affiliate of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) and the Association of Mathematics Teachers of New York State (AMTNYS)
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29. Hybrid: Talk Read Talk Write Book Study for Tarrytown Teachers, March 2 - March 23, 2025 (EWTC)

Audience: Educators in grades PreK - 5

Dates: 3/2/2025 to 3/23/2025

Location: Online

This 15-hour hybrid (open only to Tarrytown teachers) professional development course delves into Talk Read Talk Write, an engaging instructional framework designed by Nancy Motley to enhance literacy through structured classroom conversations. Participants will explore the core components of the Talk Read Talk Write approach, which integrates speaking, reading, writing, and critical thinking in ways that support both content knowledge and language development. Online meeting dates will be on Thursday, March 6 and Thursday, March 20 from 7:15pm-8:15pm. All other assignments are self-paced. PARTICIPANTS MUST ATTEND ALL SYNCHRONOUS SESSIONS TO RECEIVE FULL CREDIT FOR THIS COURSE. Your camera must be on and you must be present on-screen at all times during the Zoom sessions. Participation in the Zoom sessions, including responding to prompts in the chat, is required to receive full credit for the course.

30. Co-teaching ELLs (3/3-6/2025)

Location: Online Only (Online, )

Dates: 3/3/2025 to 3/6/2025

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Co-teaching can be an exciting way to support English language learners' (ELL) success! It can also present many kinds of challenges. During this course, participants will learn tips for ELL educators and classroom educators on how to make the most of a co-teaching partnership. While there are suggested timelines for work completion, this course does NOT require any synchronous sessions so you may plan your time accordingly. All work is due by the end of the last day of the course. You will receive a Rockland Teacher Center gmail account to participate in this course. Participants print their own CTLE certificate. After the following has been completed, 1. The course officially ends: 2. MLP Evaluation is completed 3. Attendance is confirmed by instructor: 4. Once the MLP admin marks the course complete, participants will be able print their CTLE certificate. Please note that initial class information, including your new RTC gmail, will be sent to the email you have registered on Frontline MLP.

31. Science: How Do We Analyze Data and Develop Evidence-Based Claims? (3/3/25 - 3/6/25)

Location: Online Only (Online, )

Dates: 3/3/2025 to 3/6/2025


Participants will be provided with a Google Sheets file of authenticity collected data. Using Google Sheets, participants will analyze the data collected, and they will generate a graph as well as develop an evidence-based claim based on the data and the graphs.

This 3-hour course is delivered asynchronously through Google Classroom. Participants will receive a rockteach.org email address to participate. The dates listed are the start and end dates. Course is available 24/7.

32. *COPY OF Increasing Math Understanding for Families

Location: Zoom (Zoom, Zo)

Dates: 3/3/2025 to 4/7/2025

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Are you trying to engage families in their children's math instruction? Are you looking to collaborate with other professionals to create or find parent-facing resources & experiences? Join us in 6-part series to discuss and analyze our experiences and the research around parent engagement. Participants will build their own set of resources that fits their professional contexts.

33. *COPY OF Increasing Math Understanding for Families

Location: Zoom (Zoom, Zo)

Dates: 3/3/2025 to 4/7/2025

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Are you trying to engage families in their children's math instruction? Are you looking to collaborate with other professionals to create or find parent-facing resources & experiences? Join us in 6-part series to discuss and analyze our experiences and the research around parent engagement. Participants will build their own set of resources that fits their professional contexts.

34. Increasing Math Understanding for Families

Location: Zoom (Zoom, Zo)

Dates: 3/3/2025 to 4/7/2025

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Are you trying to engage families in their children's math instruction? Are you looking to collaborate with other professionals to create or find parent-facing resources & experiences? Join us in 6-part series to discuss and analyze our experiences and the research around parent engagement. Participants will build their own set of resources that fits their professional contexts.
This seminar is designed to encourage conversations focused on addressing difficult student behaviors. Educators will be encouraged to share their own case studies which will be used to review, analyze and discuss evidence-based approaches. Research articles will guide strategies portion of the seminar. Participants will also engage in discussions around research and explore alternative strategies that can assist with hostile and aggressive behavior. This training is provided by NYSUT ELT and is limited to Teaching Assistants and other School-Related Professionals.

36. Activities for a Third Year Math Alternative to Algebra 2

Location: Zoom (Zoom, Zo)

Dates: 3/5/2025

Do you have students who are not ready to take Algebra 2? In our school we created a course called College Prep Math that is not simply a 'non-Regents' version of Algebra 2. The course is a hybrid of Algebra, Geometry, and Algebra 2 and allows us to do many things: prepare students for A2 if they want; prepare them for our community college College Algebra course; or simply act as their third and final high school math credit. Since it is 'locally developed' we have built in topics that lend themselves to 'real life mathematics' in an effort to make Mathematics more enjoyable for lower achieving students. Join us to learn about the topics covered and the structure of the course, and hopefully leave with some activities that you can use with your students. Michael J. Siuta is Mathematics Teacher North Rockland High School.
This training will address traumatic brain injury (TBI) and the established relation to seizures and epilepsy. Learn about the causes and types of brain injuries and how to recognize and administer general First Aid for Seizures. Presented by Michelle Quinn of Capabilities Partnership, Pearl River, New York. Reported as a common occurrence in young adults between ages 15 and 24 by the Mayo Clinic, brain injuries average about 200,000 U.S. cases annually.

38. Get Your ENL Students Talking! (3/10-13/2025)

Location: Online Only (Online, )

Dates: 3/10/2025 to 3/13/2025

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Most ENL teachers can agree, of all of the facets of teaching English as a second language, speaking is simultaneously the most important and the most difficult to teach. Especially when you are teaching young or beginner level students. This course will show participants how to engage students and increase English speaking in meaningful ways. While there are suggested timelines for work completion, this course does NOT require any synchronous sessions so you may plan your time accordingly. All work is due by the end of the last day of the course. You will receive a Rockland Teacher Center gmail account to participate in this course. Participants print their own CTLE certificate. After the following has been completed, 1. The course officially ends: 2. MLP Evaluation is completed 3. Attendance is confirmed by instructor: 4. Once the MLP admin marks the course complete, participants will be able print their CTLE certificate. Please note that initial class information, including your new RTC gmail, will be sent to the email you have registered on Frontline MLP.
What was the role women played in the growth of the brick Industry? We will discuss the untold stories of the many women who contributed to the running, making, and building of the brickyards of the Hudson River. This program is offered in collaboration with the Haverstraw Brick Museum and facilitated by Executive Director Rachel Whitlow.

40. Educators Valuing Diversity (SRP)

Location: Zoom (Zoom, Zo)

Dates: 3/11/2025

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This seminar is designed to help practitioners educate their students who will be living in a world of diverse communities. It will promote awareness of global differences while identifying shared values. It encourages the understanding of one's own culture as the doorway to understanding other cultures. This training is provided by NYSUT ELT and is limited to Teaching Assistants and other School-Related Professionals.
After 32 years teaching almost every level of High School Mathematics I have pretty much seen it all. In this workshop I will share many tricks that you can not learn from a graduate course or from a book! Whether you are preparing for your first year of teaching or in your retirement year there is something for everyone. You will leave with some ideas that will not only help you in your classroom but will make you laugh a little and love every day of your career! This training is geared to educators in grades 7-12, any content area.

42. Affirming Classrooms for LGBTQ+ Youth - Zoom

Location: Zoom (Zoom, Zo)

Dates: 3/12/2025

This interactive workshop will focus on how to create affirming classroom environments for your LGBTQ+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer) students. It will cover terms LGBTQ+ students want you to know, legal considerations, and more. Led by Loren Klein, Director of Health & Wellness, and staff of the Rockland County Pride Center.

43. EDPD 5011.01 Creating and Leading a Flipped Classroom

Location: North Rockland High School (North Rockland HS, )

Dates: 3/13/2025 to 5/8/2025

Participants will develop strategies to create and lead classroom learning environments that are flipped. In 2014, the Flipped Learning Network defined flipped learning as "a pedagogical approach in which direct instruction moves from the group learning space to the individual learning space, and the resulting groups space is a dynamic, interactive learning environment.” Participants will develop strategies to guide students as they "apply concepts and engage creatively in subject matter.” Participants will refine practices to related to delivering information outside of the traditional classroom setting. By flipping the learning out of the traditional group dynamic, participants will be able to lead student learning by developing more in-depth relationships with students. Participants will also learn how to lead a more fluid classroom where students interact creatively with the content and each other. This type of teaching requires the skills of transformational leadership and participants will utilize Flip Your Classroom: Reaching Every Student in Every Class Every Day (2015) by Bergman and Sams and Flipping 2.0: Practical Strategies for Flipping Your Class (2013) by Bretzman to find and refine these skills. Required Readings: "Flip your Classroom: Reaching Every Student in Every Class Every Day”, by Bergman, Jonathan and A. Sams, San Diego, CA: ISTE. 2012 (and workbook, 2015); "Flipping 2.0: Practical Strategies for Flipping Your Class”, by Jason Bretzman, Bretzman Group LLC. 2013; "The Blended Workbook: Learning to Design the Schools of Our Future”, by Horn, Michael and H. Straker, New York: Jossey-Bass. 2017. This course was formerly CMSV CEGE 650-R01. *If you are taking this course for Graduate Credit, participants must also register with Manhattanville through Instant Enrollment on Service Hub. Email Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org for more information. Note: Official graduate transcripts will not be available until the official end of the college semester.
We will discuss the traditional "healthism” lens from which nutrition education used to be taught, and how a shift to an inclusive, neutral lens around food can help kids (and adults!) eat more nutritiously and have a more peaceful relationship with food. This workshop will address general nutrition guidelines, food education for different ages, how to share this information with parents, and lesson ideas &; materials utilizing STREAM. At the end of the workshop, there will be time for innovation & collaboration on how to provide nutrition education to take back to your classroom. This training is offered in conjunction with the Rockland County School Health and Wellness Coalition and Montefiore Nyack Hospital.

45. Hybrid Book Study: Over The Influence: Why Social Media is Toxic for Women and Girls and How We Can Take it Back by Kara Alaimo, March 17 - May 2, 2025 (WTCI)

Audience: Classroom teachers, specialists, school librarians who work with students in grades PreK -12

Dates: 3/17/2025 to 5/2/2025

Location: Hybrid

Participants in this course will be asked to purchase and read the book: Over The Influence: Why Social Media is Toxic for Women and Girls and How We Can Take it Back, by Kara Alaimo. Throughout the class, we will explore the impact of social media specifically on how it is impacting every aspect of the lives of women and girls. This information is critical in understanding and teaching media literacy to students starting at an early age. At the end of the course, participants will have a clearer understanding of how social media has particularly affected our female students and what steps we can take to educate our students navigating social media. There will be 3 mandatory Zoom sessions on Monday, March 24, April 7 and 28 from 4:30 - 6:30pm to discuss the book. Participants will complete online assignments after each session. Your camera must be on and you must be present on-screen at all times during the Zoom sessions. Participation in the Zoom sessions, including responding to prompts in the chat, is required to receive full credit for the course. PLEASE NOTE: The institute cannot refund a participant once the class has commenced.

46. Online: Using Data to Improve Student Learning and Performance, March 17 - April 27, 2025 (WTCI)

Audience: All

Dates: 3/17/2025 to 4/27/2025

Location: Asynchronous

Using data can be a manageable and engaging process and, when properly organized and managed, can increase student learning. In this online course, you will develop the skills needed to enhance the management and organization of classroom data to inform and improve teaching and learning. We will explore research-based strategies for analyzing data, examine a collaborative inquiry approach to data study and compare these strategies with those currently being utilized in the classroom. We will also explore the use of small group vs. whole group instruction and how that affects data collection and student learning. At the end of the course, you will have the necessary tools to efficiently use and apply classroom data to enhance student learning.Using data can be a manageable and engaging process to increase student learning.PLEASE NOTE: The institute cannot refund a participant once the class has commenced.

47. E-books for ELLs (3/17-20/2025)

Location: Online Only (Online, )

Dates: 3/17/2025 to 3/20/2025

E-books should be introduced for learning because this is a digital era. Everyone has a smartphone and a tablet. So, if E-Books are introduced, it will be of great help. Access to knowledge in terms of flexibility has changed.E-books also help teach ESL as a secondary language.While there are suggested timelines for work completion, this course does NOT require any synchronous sessions so you may plan your time accordingly. All work is due by the end of the last day of the course. You will receive a Rockland Teacher Center gmail account to participate in this course. Participants print their own CTLE certificate. After the following has been completed, 1. The course officially ends: 2. MLP Evaluation is completed 3. Attendance is confirmed by instructor: 4. Once the MLP admin marks the course complete, participants will be able print their CTLE certificate. Please note that initial class information, including your new RTC gmail, will be sent to the email you have registered on Frontline MLP.
Increasingly our students experience exposure to multiple or prolonged traumatic events, such as child abuse, neglect, and exposure to domestic violence. This experience directly affects their social and emotional development and negatively impacts their behavior and academic growth in school. It is becoming more common that educators are faced with the challenges of connecting with, and educating students who have endured complex trauma. Often the hurt that is felt by the student is placed on the educator and it can manifest in a variety of ways. This seminar will engage participants in understanding the roots of trauma, its prevalence and causes, the characteristics and associated behaviors, as well as learning how to work with traumatized students in a proactive and positive way. This training is provided by NYSUT ELT and is limited to Teaching Assistants and other School-Related Professionals.

49. SNAP-ED Healthy Classroom Toolkit (Zoom)

Location: Zoom (Zoom, Zo)

Dates: 3/20/2025

This workshop is designed to empower educators in fostering healthy growth, enhancing personal well-being, and cultivating a culture of health within schools and communities. This session will explore your role in using the Healthy Classroom toolkit to create a supportive classroom environment where both learners and colleagues thrive.
Objective:By the end of the workshop, you will leave inspired and equipped with actionable insights to support your own health, enrich classroom dynamics, and contribute to a healthier school and community environment. Prepare to discover exciting opportunities and plan ahead for implementing new strategies using this classroom tool. This training is sponsored by the Rockland County School Health and Wellness Coalition and is facilitated by Fatou Hinds and Amanda Cappadona of SNAP-ED NY.

50. Hybrid: Reading Above the Fray Book Study for Tarrytown Teacher, March 23 - April 27, 2025 (EWTC)

Audience: Educators in grades PreK - 5

Dates: 3/23/2025 to 4/27/2025

Location: Online

This 15-hour hybrid professional development course (open only to Tarrytown teachers) is centered on Reading Above the Fray, a transformative guide by Julia Lindsay that focuses on practical, research-based strategies for teaching foundational reading skills. Participants will explore how to apply science-backed approaches to help students build strong reading foundations, regardless of their background or learning challenges. Online meeting dates will be on Monday, April 7 and Thursday, April 24 from 7:15pm-8:15pm. All other assignments are self paced. PARTICIPANTS MUST ATTEND ALL SYNCHRONOUS SESSIONS TO RECEIVE FULL CREDIT FOR THIS COURSE. Your camera must be on and you must be present on-screen at all times during the Zoom sessions. Participation in the Zoom sessions, including responding to prompts in the chat, is required to receive full credit for the course.

51. ENL Strategies that Work (3/24-27/2025)

Location: Online Only (Online, )

Dates: 3/24/2025 to 3/27/2025

During this 3hr online course experience, participants will explore and learn best practices for working with ELLs. These strategies will include technology tools and strategies to enhance English articulation and comprehension. While there are suggested timelines for work completion, this course does NOT require any synchronous sessions so you may plan your time accordingly. All work is due by the end of the last day of the course. You will receive a Rockland Teacher Center gmail account to participate in this course. Participants print their own CTLE certificate. After the following has been completed, 1. The course officially ends: 2. MLP Evaluation is completed 3. Attendance is confirmed by instructor: 4. Once the MLP admin marks the course complete, participants will be able print their CTLE certificate. Please note that initial class information, including your new RTC gmail, will be sent to the email you have registered on Frontline MLP.

52. Hybrid: AI integration in the Classroom (3/25/25-5/12/25)

Location: Hybrid (Hybrid, Hy)

Dates: 3/25/2025 to 5/14/2025

This hybrid course is designed to introduce teachers to the power of AI in the classroom. It will start with an introduction to what AI is and how it can be used. The course will mainly focus on how teachers can utilize different platforms of AI to research lesson ideas and develop course outlines and class materials for all disciplines and levels. Teachers will then utilize AI to help with student assessments and develop rubrics. The final project will be developing and sharing out the AI generated class materials. This course will be delivered in Google Classrooom and Google Meets. Mandatory synchronous trainings are on 3/25/25, 3/31/25, and 5/12/25 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. 6 hours synchronous/9 hours asynchronous

Participants in this course will have an opportunity to explore the techniques and strategies needed to create a resilient school that meets the social, emotional, ethical, and academic needs of students. We will examine the research-based skills and competencies that can have a positive impact on the organizational structure of your school, the delivery of instruction, and student performance.

Course activities will focus on alignment with your district's and/or school's goals, the NYS Guidelines for Social and Emotional Development and the CASEL competencies for Social and Emotional Learning. The skills, competencies, and strategies utilized in the activities and coursework are research-based. This knowledge base will enable individuals to reach new levels of emotional intelligence by applying these competencies to their personal and professional endeavors.

Participants will develop a toolbox of SEL strategies and create a SEL Portfolio that will serve as a resource tool and guide for implementation. These skills will enhance professional dialogue and effectively blend different, innovative, and practical strategies for implementation.

At the conclusion of this course, participants will have the tools to build bridges by acknowledging past accomplishments, validating what is presently working well, and designing future SEL goals to bring the existing programs to new levels of development. SEL must be an ongoing process and "way of life” to bring about systemic change.

Social Work CEUs provided by Rockland BOCES (additional fee $30 applies).

This 15 hour course will be delivered via google classroom. Registrants will be provided a Rockteach email address to participate. Dates listed are the start and end date.
RTCi/WTCI course

54. Best Practices for ENL: The SIOP Model (3/26/25-5/1/25)

Location: Online Only (Online, )

Dates: 3/26/2025 to 5/1/2025

This 15 hour course, which will run through Google Classroom, is designed to prepare educators to teach English New Language students using The SIOP Model. The SIOP Model (Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol) is a research-based, instructional model that is highly effective in addressing the academic needs of English learners. This course will include an exploration into The SIOP Model components: Lesson Prep, Building Background, Comprehensible Input, Strategies, Interaction, Practice/Application, Lesson Delivery and Review/Evaluation. Participants will learn how the The SIOP Model works and learn strategies to work with students across all content areas. While there are suggested timelines for work completion, this course does NOT require any synchronous sessions so you may plan your course completion time accordingly. All work is due by the end of the last day of the course. You will receive a Rockland Teacher Center gmail account to participate in this course a few days before the start date. RTCI/WTCI course

In this 15 hour asynchronous book study, participants will be taking a deep dive into the book "Spark: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain” by John Ratey MD. The book reviews case studies and evidence on how important exercise and movement is for the brain to be able to create, think, and learn. Participants will use this book to help increase the movement in their own classrooms and improve practice as an educator.

Course dates listed are the start and end date of this 15 hour asynchronous course.

Participants in this course will be provided a rockteach email address to participate in the course. The course will be delivered in Google Classroom.

Required Text: "Spark: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain” by John Ratey MD

Participants must secure a a copy of the book or ebook prior to the start of the 15 hour course.
RTCI/WTCI course

56. Computer Science, Standards and STEM (3/26/25-5/1/25)

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 3/26/2025 to 5/1/2025

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This 15 hour online course looks at the mandatory Computer Science Standards created in New York State schools and shows you how you can implement them at any level with or without a computer. This course also helps teachers to integrate STEM into the Computer Science standards. Coding is an essential part of STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) education. It helps students develop critical thinking skills and provides practical applications for scientific and mathematical concepts. This asynchronous course will be delivered in google classroom.

57. Executive Functioning Skills to Increase Student Performance (3/26 - 5/1/25)

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 3/26/2025 to 5/1/2025

Executive functioning involves the neurological processes used to consciously control thoughts, emotions and actions so that goals can be set and achieved. When students have deficits in their executive functioning skills they tend to have difficulty grasping concepts, cannot maintain an organized workspace and despite having just heard directions, don't know where to start. In this 15 hr online class we will explore the executive functioning skills that control a student's ability to think metacognitively and also their ability to respond appropriately using their social emotional skills. We will explore the role of the working memory and the essential role it plays in processing, storing and retrieving information, as well as the other necessary skills of task initiation, planning, organization, self-monitoring, impulse control, flexibility and emotional control. We will develop strategies to address our students needs and learn to incorporate strategies to our teaching and learn that will allow students with effective functioning deficits to succeed academically and socially. RTCI/WTCI course

This 15 hour course, which includes implementation and practice, will provide the tools to bring engaging kids yoga and mindfulness content into your classroom. Even if you can't touch your toes or don't have a yoga mat, you can be skilled and confident sharing yoga with children. With hours of engaging videos, colorful handouts, accompanying classroom favorites for kids yoga, mindfulness activities and the information on development, safe yoga pose techniques and class planning, this is a complete online training for early childhood teachers who want to incorporate the benefits of yoga and mindfulness into their classroom.

If you're concerned about the emotional toll this world is having on your students (and yourself) this is a magic wand to create calm. This course is self-paced. Instructor Bari Koral is an internationally recognized kids yogi and recording artist with over 20 years of experience working with young children and thousands of educators. Dates listed are the start and end date. The course is available 24/7
RTCi/WTCI course
QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) teaches the general community how to reduce the risk of suicide in loved ones, colleagues, and neighbors. This is a "gatekeeper” training that helps participants feel equipped and comfortable in talking with people who are going through difficult times, and helping them connect to other supports when needed. Topics include warning signs of suicide risk, what to ask and how to respond, steps for referring someone to help, and resources for assistance. This training is facilitated by Velvet Hyland-Reda, Greater Mental Health of New York
This 15-hour asynchronous course is designed to help educators who have not yet worked with English Language Learners gain a better understanding of how best to work with them in a special education setting. There are more and more English language learners entering our classes, and some of them will have learning difficulties on top of adjusting to a new language. What can we do to try to help these students become more comfortable in their new environment, while at the same time addressing their academic needs? For many of us, this is unchartered territory. Through this asynchronous course, participants will read articles, view videos, research available resources, and study strategies from curated sources that have been used by others in the field.
Language and research are ever-changing and evolving, especially in the field of health and nutrition. Join us to discuss trauma-informed nutrition and health language, and how to navigate challenging conversations on these topics in the classroom. Plus, some added tips on how to celebrate National Nutrition Month!
Objective: Gain insights and practical application for navigating health, weight, and nutrition in an inclusive and trauma-informed manner.
This training is sponsored by the Rockland County School Health and Wellness Coalition and is facilitated by Fatou Hinds, Amanda Cappadona, and Maria Brown of SNAP-ED NY

62. Hybrid: Edith Winthrop Teacher Center DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) Spring Book Club March 31 - May 23, 2025 (EWTC)

Audience: All staff, teachers and administrators

Dates: 3/31/2025 to 5/23/2025

Location: Hybrid

This Free class is only open to consortium members. The Edith Winthrop Teacher Center DEI Book Club will be wrapping up its fourth year by reading "Mott Street: A Chinese American Family's Story of Exclusion and Homecoming” by Ava Chin. In New York's Chinatown, Chin discovers a single building on Mott Street where so many of her ancestors would live, begin families, and craft new identities. In this book, she traces the story of the pioneering family members who emigrated from the Pearl River Delta, crossing an ocean to make their way in the American West of the mid-nineteenth century. She tells of their backbreaking work on the transcontinental railroad and of the brutal racism of frontier towns, then follows their paths to New York City. Mott Street uncovers a legacy of exclusion and resilience that speaks to the American experience, past and present. What to expect: All participants are asked to purchase the book before the start of the book club cycle All participants are asked to read the book and come prepared for book discussions during the three live mandatory Zoom meetings: Thursday, April 10th - 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. (Discussion will be on the Author's Note and Part 1) Thursday, May 1st - 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. (Discussion will be on Parts 2 and 3) Thursday, May 15th - 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. (Discussion will be on Part 4) All participants are required to complete three asynchronous assignments after each live Zoom discussion. Your camera must be on and you must be present on-screen at all times during the Zoom sessions. Participation in the Zoom sessions, including responding to prompts in the chat, is required to receive full credit for the course.

63. Supporting ELLs in the Mainstream Classroom (3/31-4/3/2025)

Location: Online Only (Online, )

Dates: 3/31/2025 to 4/3/2025

During this 3hr online course experience, participants will learn strategies to support English Language Learners in the mainstream classroom. This course is 3 ENL/CTLE hours and will run through Google Classroom. While there are suggested timelines for work completion, this course does NOT require any synchronous sessions so you may plan your time accordingly. All work is due by the end of the last day of the course. You will receive a Rockland Teacher Center gmail account to participate in this course. Participants print their own CTLE certificate. After the following has been completed, 1. The course officially ends: 2. MLP Evaluation is completed 3. Attendance is confirmed by instructor: 4. Once the MLP admin marks the course complete, participants will be able print their CTLE certificate. Please note that initial class information, including your new RTC gmail, will be sent to the email you have registered on Frontline MLP.

64. Powerful Nonverbal Communication (SRP) - Zoom

Location: Zoom (Zoom, Zo)

Dates: 4/1/2025

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Nonverbal communication has a tremendous impact on our ability to build trust, share information, and develop relationships with others. In this session, we'll learn more about some of the language we convey without realizing or saying a word, and cultural differences in interpreting some nonverbals. Of course, we'll also discuss how to use nonverbals to increase efficacy, communication, and relationship building. This training is limited to Teaching Assistants and other School Related Professionals.

Students returning to physical education classes following a concussion often need to go through the Return to Play Protocol. Return to Play was designed to return athletes to competition and is predicated on a student being symptom free before they can start the protocol. If school districts use this for physical education classes, students can miss many weeks of class and the social, physical, and emotional benefits that these classes provide. Also, research has shown activity can be beneficial for recovery from concussion.

This interactive Zoom will examine an approach to Return to Physical Education after a concussion. The process of a gradual return to activity will be examined. Also, impediments for the implementation of return to physical education will also be discussed. Solutions will be offered to help clear these roadblocks.

Presenter: Michelle Kellen, M.Ed., Professional Development Manager, Brain Injury Association of New York State.

BIANYS will provide CEUs in the following areas: Social Work, Physical Therapy, Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists and Occupational Therapy.

This training is co-sponsored by the Brain Injury Association of NYS

66. Impact of Social Issues In Education - 3 In-Service Credits

Location: North Rockland High School (North Rockland HS, )

Dates: 4/3/2025 to 5/29/2025

Education is a cornerstone institution in our country and is directly connected to what is referred to as the "American Dream.” Education plays the dual role of preparing students to be active, literate citizens who are prepared to prosper and contribute to our economy. As educators, we have an obligation to fulfill the tenet that all children are entitled to a "free and appropriate education” in the United States of America. In 2021, educators face a myriad of social issues that impact our profession. In this course, participants will research, analyze and discuss some of the important issues facing our students and profession today. Participants will identify and utilize culturally responsive teaching strategies to create inclusive learning environments; identify the impact of poverty and homelessness on children's classroom behavior and learning; describe the structures of US families today, identifying the difficulties that working parents face in raising children; discuss and analyze issues pertaining to race, ethnicity and gender and the ongoing issue of unequal educational opportunities; discuss and analyze ethical/legal issues affecting teaching and learning such as the use of technology, education law, etc.; describe and analyze the impact of alcohol and drug abuse on students in recent years; identify the ramifications of school violence on schools and what steps educators are taking to keep students safe but also feel connected to schools; and analyze dropout rates and identify why students drop out of school and develop strategies as to what educators can do to prevent students from dropping out of school. Required texts:" Culturally Responsive Teaching and The Brain", by Zaretta L. Hammond, 2014; "Teach Like a Champion 3.0: 62 Techniques that Put Students on the Path to College", by Doug Lemov, Norman Atkins, 2023. Final projects and reflections due online on May 24, 2025. Offered through the Rockland/Westchester Teacher Center Institute.

67. ONLINE: Instructional Technology in the Classroom, April 7 - May 18, 2025 (WTCI)

Audience: K-12 Teachers

Dates: 4/7/2025 to 5/18/2025

Location: Asynchronous

In this online course, we will take a look at our 21st century classrooms and how STEAM can give students a chance to be innovative and ready for post-secondary careers. We will explore how steam centers work and how you can create a center in your classroom. Dash and Dot have made their debut in many classrooms and are being used to teach coding and other specific student programs. An Hour of Code has expanded their website and included a plethora of new tools and lesson plans for all levels of learners. At the conclusion of this course, participants will be able to implement these new ideas in the classroom and will have the tools to teach students to be 21st century thinkers and create a classroom technology plan. PLEASE NOTE: The institute cannot refund a participant once the class has commenced.

68. Utilizing Electronic Graphic Organizers (4/7-4/10/2025)

Location: Online Only (Online, )

Dates: 4/7/2025 to 4/10/2025

Graphic Organizers are a key component to planning, comprehension and production. The visual aspect of graphic organizers is key for the ENL student. This course will share numerous templates that can be used as is or edited. Tricks and tips to create organizers in Google Drawings and Docs will be demonstrated. While there are suggested timelines for work completion, this course does NOT require any synchronous sessions so you may plan your time accordingly. All work is due by the end of the last day of the course. You will receive a Rockland Teacher Center gmail account to participate in this course. Participants print their own CTLE certificate. After the following has been completed, 1. The course officially ends: 2. MLP Evaluation is completed 3. Attendance is confirmed by instructor: 4. Once the MLP admin marks the course complete, participants will be able print their CTLE certificate. Please note that initial class information, including your new RTC gmail, will be sent to the email you have registered on Frontline MLP.

69. Using Technology to Empower Students with Special Needs - 3 In-Service Credits

Location: North Rockland High School (North Rockland HS, )

Dates: 4/8/2025 to 6/10/2025

Most students do not fit into the "one size fits all” theory of a typical classroom setting. Technology has eased the disappointment that many students face with academics. Technology has helped students become excited about learning and empowered them to feel confident in the classroom. This 3 credit course is intended to give educators an opportunity to learn about, explore and implement technology tools that can assist with engaging learners. This course will also explore tools for Special Need Students, Speech and Language Impairments and tools for the Deaf & Hearing. These tools will help students feel more empowered and help them succeed. Required Text: "The UDL Educational Technology Guide 2020: Technology for Special Education” by John F O'Sullivan. Offered through the Rockland/Westchester Teacher Center Institute.

70. Make Grading Matter - 3 In-Service Credits

Location: North Rockland High School (North Rockland HS, )

Dates: 4/9/2025 to 6/11/2025

From early childhood education to high school, educators are constantly seeking ways to make assessments and grading meaningful and useful for students. Educators seek grading systems that measure student learning and growth. In this course, we will ask deep questions about the point and value of grading. Participants will think about current grading practices and construct new meanings around this important topic. In this inservice course, participants will research, examine and implement standards based grading systems. Participants will: Identify and analyze various types of grading systems from K-12 settings; Define and identify the meaning of standards based grading practices; Bring accuracy to student assessment and grading practices; Learn how to use grades to effectively communicate students' mastery of learning standards; Understand the value of allowing students multiple opportunities to demonstrate their learning when taking assessments; Discuss and implement assessment practices and grading systems in differentiated learning environments; Consider whether to incorporate effort, attendance, and behavior into academic grades; Research and identify homework policies and their impact on grading systems; How to create useful and fair test questions, including how to grade such prompts efficiently; and Analyze the validity and usefulness of allowing students to re-do assessments for full credit and make up policies. Class Texts: "Making Grades Matter", by Matt Townsley, Nathan L. Wear (2021); "Grading From the Inside Out: Bringing Accuracy to Student Assessment Through a Standards-Based Mindset (How to Give Students Full Credit for Their Knowledge)", by Tom Schimmer (2016); "Fair Isn't Always Equal: Assessing & Grading in the Differentiated Classroom", 1st Edition by Rick Wormelli (2018). Offered through the Rockland/Westchester Teacher Center Institute.

71. A Perfect Match: Coding and ENL (4/22-25/25)

Location: Online Only (Online, )

Dates: 4/22/2025 to 4/25/2025

Coding is a basic literacy in the digital age, and it is important for kids to understand and be able to work with and understand the technology around them. It also helps children with communication, creativity, math, writing, confidence and English learning. While there are suggested timelines for work completion, this course does NOT require any synchronous sessions so you may plan your time accordingly. All work is due by the end of the last day of the course. You will receive a Rockland Teacher Center gmail account to participate in this course. Participants print their own CTLE certificate. After the following has been completed, 1. The course officially ends: 2. MLP Evaluation is completed 3. Attendance is confirmed by instructor: 4. Once the MLP admin marks the course complete, participants will be able print their CTLE certificate. Please note that initial class information, including your new RTC gmail, will be sent to the email you have registered on Frontline MLP.

72. Sense-Sational Learning for Early Childhood

Location: Zoom (Zoom, Zo)

Dates: 4/24/2025

Discover how art and sensory play are important to early childhood development by fostering creativity, self-expression, and essential skills like problem-solving and fine motor coordination. This engaging training highlights the developmental benefits of art and sensory-rich activities, offering practical ideas to incorporate these experiences into everyday learning. Perfect for educators seeking to inspire young minds through creativity and hands-on exploration! This is geared to Early Childhood.

73. AMTNYS High School Math Network (Zoom)

Location: Zoom (Zoom, Zo)

Dates: 4/24/2025

Join NYSED leaders and teachers/teacher leaders at High School grade level from across the state as we explore NYSED resources, discuss curriculum issues and trends, and network with fellow educators and friends. Great opportunity to develop partnerships and share ideas with colleagues throughout the state. Facilitated by AMTNYS HS Grade level Reps Christopher O'Sullivan and Daryl Cox.

74. Hybrid: Big Words Book Study for Tarrytown Teachers, April 27 - May 26, 2025 (EWTC)

Audience: Educators in grades PreK - 5

Dates: 4/27/2025 to 5/26/2025

Location: Online

This 15-hour hybrid (open only to Tarrytown teachers) professional development course centers on Heidi Anne Mesmer's Big Words for Young Readers, a comprehensive guide to teaching young children multisyllabic word reading. Participants will explore effective, research-based strategies for decoding and understanding complex vocabulary, fostering stronger reading skills in elementary students. Through in-depth chapter discussions, collaborative activities, and reflection exercises, educators will gain practical tools for teaching multisyllabic words, improving fluency, and building vocabulary comprehension in early readers. Online meeting dates will be on Thursday, May 1 and Thursday, May 22 from 7:15pm-8:15pm. All other assignments are self paced. PARTICIPANTS MUST ATTEND ALL SYNCHRONOUS SESSIONS TO RECEIVE FULL CREDIT FOR THIS COURSE. Your camera must be on and you must be present on-screen at all times during the Zoom sessions. Participation in the Zoom sessions, including responding to prompts in the chat, is required to receive full credit for the course.

75. Hybrid Book Study: Belonging: The Science of Creating Connection and Bridging Divides by Geoffrey L. Cohen April 28 - June 6, 2025 (WTCI)

Audience: Educators or support Staff who work with students grades preK-12

Dates: 4/28/2025 to 6/6/2025

Location: Hybrid

In this course, we will explore the psychological need to have a sense of belonging and how this sense has been eroded in recent times. Course participants will be asked to purchase the book, Belonging: The Science of Creating Connection and Bridging Divides by Geoffrey L. Cohen. We will discuss the causes for this lack of belonging prevalent in today's society and look at specific ways to gain it back. There will be 3 mandatory Zoom sessions on Monday, May 5, 19 and June 2 from 4:30 - 6:30pm to discuss the book. Participants will be asked to complete online assignments after each session. Your camera must be on and you must be present on-screen at all times during the Zoom sessions. Participation in the Zoom sessions, including responding to prompts in the chat, is required to receive full credit for the course. PLEASE NOTE: The institute cannot refund a participant once the class has commenced.

76. Online: Creating Independent Problem Solvers, April 28 - June 8, 2025 (WTCI)

Audience: Educators in grades PreK - 12

Dates: 4/28/2025 to 6/8/2025

Location: Online Only

Fostering deeper thinking and greater understanding promotes increased engagement in the classroom. In this online course, we will examine question formulation and exploration as key parts of the problem solving process. In the real world, students will not have access to all the information they need to solve problems - they will be required to sort, decipher and gather it themselves. As class participants, you will focus on all curriculum areas and explore the best problem solving practices in math. Authentic challenges will be introduced as we look at problem solving in action and how your students can think and problem solve outside of the textbooks. With the tools you provide them, students will be able to work out solutions to complex problems that will lead to enhanced student learning and increased student engagement. PLEASE NOTE: The institute cannot refund a participant once the class has commenced.

77. Using Gamification to Enhance Second Language Learning (4/28-5/1/25)

Location: Online Only (Online, )

Dates: 4/28/2025 to 5/1/2025

Gamification is the use of game elements and game design techniques in non-game contexts. It also empowers and engages the learners with motivational skills towards a learning approach and sustaining a relaxed atmosphere. This is when ENl students feel most confident and English language learning is a success. While there are suggested timelines for work completion, this course does NOT require any synchronous sessions so you may plan your time accordingly. All work is due by the end of the last day of the course. You will receive a Rockland Teacher Center gmail account to participate in this course. Participants print their own CTLE certificate. After the following has been completed, 1. The course officially ends: 2. MLP Evaluation is completed 3. Attendance is confirmed by instructor: 4. Once the MLP admin marks the course complete, participants will be able print their CTLE certificate. Please note that initial class information, including your new RTC gmail, will be sent to the email you have registered on Frontline MLP

78. Exploring Number & Number Sense through Number Blocks (K-4)

Location: Zoom (Zoom, Zo)

Dates: 4/28/2025 to 6/9/2025

New
Numberblocks is a cartoon series created for young learners with deep mathematical explorations embedded. Each week we'll explore various mathematics concepts, properties, and patterns of numbers using Number Block images and episodes. We'll play games for various topics from K through 5, all using Number Blocks images and ideas.

79. Time Management Strategies (SRP) - Zoom

Location: Zoom (Zoom, Zo)

Dates: 4/29/2025

Wait List
Who knew being an educator would involve dealing with so many pieces of paper and trying to juggle multiple responsibilities? In this session, we'll share some time management strategies, as well as how to get the paper piles under control. Having a working management system ultimately saves time, reduces stress, and increases efficiency. This training is limited to Teaching Assistants and other School Related Professionals.

80. EDPD 5036.01/Restorative Justice: Effective Classroom Management Interventions and Solutions

Location: North Rockland High School (North Rockland HS, )

Dates: 5/1/2025 to 6/26/2025

New
Based upon the book Better Than Carrots or Sticks by Dominque Smith, Douglas Fisher and Nancy Frey, participants will learn and apply restorative practices for effective classroom management. These practices will assist teachers in not only teaching academic material but also instruct students in matters pertaining to social skills. In line with an educator's mission to educate the whole child, participants will develop strategies to: hold individual conferences with students to address problematic behavior, move beyond the traditional use of rewards and consequences, and ultimately build a strong classroom climate through restorative practices. Required Readings: "Better Than Carrots or Sticks: Restorative Practices for Positive Classroom Management", Smith Dominique, et al., Alexandria, VA: ASCD. 2015; "All Learning is Social and Emotional: Helping Students Develop Essential Skills for the Classroom and Beyond", by Frey, Nancy et al., Alexandria, VA: ASCD. 2019. If you are taking this course for Graduate Credit, participants must register with Manhattanville through Instant Enrollment. Email Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org for more information.

81. Teaching ENL Learners Through Engaging Technology (5/5-6/26/25)

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 5/5/2025 to 6/26/2025

This 15 hour course, which will run through Google Classroom, is designed to prepare educators to teach English New Language students using a variety of engaging technology. This technology will include tools for personalized ELL learning experiences, gamification, VR/AR to support authentic connections, blondeding learning and E-books. While there are suggested timelines for work completion, this course does NOT require any synchronous sessions so you may plan your course completion time accordingly. All work is due by the end of the last day of the course. You will receive a Rockland Teacher Center gmail account to participate in this course a few days before the start date.

82. Tackling Current Events in The ENL Classroom (5/5-8/25)

Location: Online Only (Online, )

Dates: 5/5/2025 to 5/8/2025

Current events is a tough subject to tackle with ENL students. Participants in this course will learn tactics for teaching current events and building connections with students. Various online tools and strategies will be explored. While there are suggested timelines for work completion, this course does NOT require any synchronous sessions so you may plan your time accordingly. All work is due by the end of the last day of the course. You will receive a Rockland Teacher Center gmail account to participate in this course. Participants print their own CTLE certificate. After the following has been completed, 1. The course officially ends: 2. MLP Evaluation is completed 3. Attendance is confirmed by instructor: 4. Once the MLP admin marks the course complete, participants will be able print their CTLE certificate. Please note that initial class information, including your new RTC gmail, will be sent to the email you have registered on Frontline MLP.

83. Online: The Magic of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Problem-Based Learning (PBL) in the Classroom, May 12 - June 22, 2025(WTCI)

Audience: Educators in grades K - 12

Dates: 5/12/2025 to 6/22/2025

Location: Asynchronous/Online

New
Course participants will learn how to use Magic School AI to create PBL lessons that are meaningful to our students. We will discover how AI can revolutionize teaching and learning, specifically in creating PBL lessons that are aligned with our students' needs. We will explore AI principles, learn strategies for incorporating these technologies into the classroom, and master techniques for enhancing student engagement and critical thinking. As we dive into Project-Based Learning with AI integration, we will be able to foster collaboration and real-world problem-solving skills among students. At the end of this course, educators will have a PBL lesson tailored to the needs of their students which can be implemented into their current learning environments. PLEASE NOTE: The institute cannot refund a participant once the class has commenced.

84. Hands On Learning STEAM Education with Haverstraw Brick Musueum

Location: Haverstraw Brick Museum (Haverstraw, NY) [map]

Dates: 5/13/2025

How does learning to think in three dimensions help us developmentally? Join us at for a hands-on learning workshop where we will use the principles of geometry (M) to learn architecture (A) and structural engineering (E) principles in an open and exploratory environment driven by curiosity and play. This program is offered in collaboration with the Haverstraw Brick Museum and facilitated by the Executive Director Rach Whitlow.

85. Online: Student Engagement and Brain-Boosting Strategies, May 14 - June 24, 2025 (WTCI)

Audience: Educators in grades K - 12

Dates: 5/14/2025 to 6/24/2025

Location: Asynchronous/Online

New
Engage your students in meaningful learning experiences with practical, research-based strategies to boost memory retention and active participation. In this course, participants will explore effective methods for increasing student engagement through active learning techniques, motivation strategies, and classroom design. You will acquire hands-on experience with tools and activities that promote student-centered learning, track engagement, and foster a supportive environment. By the end of the course, you'll have a number of strategies to enhance student interaction and retention in your classroom. This class is perfect for educators looking to create dynamic, impactful lessons for their students. PLEASE NOTE: The institute cannot refund a participant once the class has commenced.

86. AMTNYS Elementary Level Math Learning Collaborative (Zoom)

Location: Zoom (Zoom, Zo)

Dates: 5/14/2025

Join NYSED leaders and teachers/teacher leaders from across the state as we explore resources, answer curriculum questions and network with fellow educators and friends. Great opportunity to develop partnerships and share ideas with colleagues throughout the state. AMTNYS Elementary Rep Facilitators: Allison Camp and Scott Schaeffer.

87. EDU 5083.01 Assessment of Learning and Behavioral Problems

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 5/27/2025 to 6/27/2025

New
This course is designed to provide an intensive study of the assessment process as it relates to the special education teacher. Students will learn the purpose of assessment, measurement concepts and technical adequacy and experience how to administer and interpret test data. Students will explore ways to communicate assessment information and assessment issues related to I.D.E.A. The focus will be on a combination of formal and informal assessment strategies. Teacher candidates will prepare a final report dealing with a comprehensive assessment to include the creation of an I.E.P. for a student with a disability. As part of a formative process, the required portfolio will be reviewed as part of the course. Field experience required. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110 before registering. Additional college tuition will be incurred. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment.
This course is designed to provide an intensive study of the assessment process as it relates to the special education teacher. Students will learn the purpose of assessment, measurement concepts and technical adequacy and experience how to administer and interpret test data. Students will explore ways to communicate assessment information and assessment issues related to I.D.E.A. The focus will be on a combination of formal and informal assessment strategies. Teacher candidates will prepare a final report dealing with a comprehensive assessment to include the creation of an I.E.P. for a student with a disability. As part of a formative process, the required portfolio will be reviewed as part of the course. Field experience required. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110 before registering. Additional college tuition will be incurred. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment.

89. EDU 5393.01 Foundations of Special Education

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 5/27/2025 to 6/27/2025

New
This course is designed to provide an overview of the field of special education. The objectives are to make the teacher-candidate more aware of federal and state special education laws which provide for the identification of individuals with disabilities, the process of determining entitlements to special education services, and the models of teaching that provide for educating the child in the least restrictive environment (LRE) under the umbrella of IDEA and NCLB. The importance of inclusive education and the use of Response to Intervention (RtI) are also addressed. The course provides an overview of theories, diagnostic procedures, and remedial teaching strategies which address students with the broad spectrum of ELNs including: learning disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, physical disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, intellectual disabilities, other health impaired, and low incidence disabilities (deaf/hearing impaired, blind/visually impaired). In addition, the course will address the special needs of ELLs and students from different cultural milieus in accessing the school curriculum. Further, teacher candidates learn about effective practices for planning and designing co-teaching and collaboration with peers, individualizing instruction, and applying interventions to address student and classroom management needs. Fifteen hours of field experience in diverse settings is an integral component of the course in order to assist the course participant in linking the classroom didactic with life experiences in the schools and agencies providing education and intervention. Field experience required. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110 before registering. Additional college tuition will be incurred. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment.

90. EDAD 5050.01 School Finance

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 5/27/2025 to 6/27/2025

New
This seminar will involve other district leaders in the field who will address current workplace challenges related to resource allocation and fiscal accountability. Emphasis will be placed on developing sound business practices and policies that are consistently applied throughout the district. Emphasis will be placed on involving and empowering all school and district leaders in the creation and monitoring of the district finances and resources to support effective and equitable use of time, money and human resources. Other related areas of concentration will include negotiating and collective bargaining, facilities management, and management of transportation, food services and purchasing. Case study analysis will provide a primary tool to support fiscal accountability and ethical decision making. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110 before registering. Additional college tuition will be incurred. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment.

91. EDAD 5501.01 Community Internship (2 Credits)

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 5/27/2025 to 8/15/2025

New
The Community internship experiences provide substantial, sustained, standards-based opportunities for leadership candidates to apply leadership competencies in real settings. During the internship, the leadership intern is supported by the college internship supervisor and the cooperating administrators. Seminars provide an opportunity for leadership interns to discuss their experiences, to relate them to best practices and theory, and to offer support and suggestions to one another. Students will work a minimum of 100 hours in a community setting and attend seminars. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110 before registering. Additional college tuition will be incurred. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment.

92. EDU 5001.01 Apply Multisensory Phonics - 1 Credit

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 5/27/2025 to 6/27/2025

New
Understanding the sounds, symbols, and structure of the English Language are fundamental components of providing effective literacy instruction. This course is designed to introduce the principles of phonics, including the origins of the English Language, morphology, phonemes, syllable types, common spelling patterns and an introduction to multisensory teaching. Students in this class will use their newfound knowledge about phonics to plan lessons, as well as assess and evaluate student work. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110 before registering. Additional college tuition will be incurred. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment.

93. EDU 5013.01 Math for the Learning Disabled Student

Location: North Rockland High School (North Rockland HS, )

Dates: 5/27/2025 to 6/24/2025

New
This course is designed to introduce teacher candidates to a variety of strategies for teaching mathematics to the elementary and middle school learning disabled student. A good knowledge of mathematics is increasingly important in our world. Manual computation as well as computers will continue to play an important role in children's lives. The ability to understand and solve naturally occurring problems is increasingly a prized attribute. The array of activities and methods will assist you in differentiating your lessons to fit your special education class. You will become familiar with the latest research as well as the newest manipulatives to enhance your teaching skills. Required Text: "Teaching Mathematics to Students with Learning Disabilities” by Nancy S. Bley & Carol A Thornton, Fourth Edition. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110 before registering. Additional college tuition will be incurred. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment.

94. EDU 5032.01/Collaboration and Consultation in Inclusive Settings

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 5/27/2025 to 6/27/2025

New
The course will examine the need for collaboration between teachers of children with both typical and special education needs. Students will become knowledgeable of state and federal laws which establish special education services (NCLB) as well as accommodations for those individuals who require instructional modifications and do not clearly fit into one of the IDEA classifications (section 504). They will become familiar with the characteristics of the major disability areas identified by law and the modifications of instruction and classroom setting necessary to meet the individual's needs. This will include those practices for planning and designing co-teaching and collaboration which have been shown to be effective in the collaborative setting. Classroom management needs and individualization of instruction of children in the inclusive setting will be addressed with emphasis placed upon the importance of using positive behavioral supports. Field experience required. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110 before registering. Additional college tuition will be incurred. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment.

95. EDU 5088.01 Introduction to Students with Learning and Behavior Problems

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 5/27/2025 to 6/27/2025

New
This course will provide an introduction to the field of learning disabilities and behavior disorders for classroom teachers in both regular and special education. We will identify the social, emotional, and learning characteristics of children having been identified with behavior disorders, neurological impairment, and learning disabilities. A developmental focus, involving both biological and experiential underpinnings of the disorders will further be discussed in order to understand the multiplicity of factors which give rise to the problems children manifest. As a result of the high comorbidity (co-occurrence) of problems of perception, language, attention, and motivation, and behavior, these will be identified when they relate to the specific disorders. They will not be covered as specific disorders in themselves. In addition, we will consider effective instructional methods for these students as well as relevant behavioral interventions. Goals and objectives, as well as the instructional strategies employed in teaching will be incorporated in the individual education plans (IEP/IFSP) for individuals demonstrating these problems. Required Text: "Children and adolescents with emotional and behavioral disorders”, Austin, V. L. & Sciarra, D. T. (2010). Upper Saddle River, NJ.A: Pearson. Requires 12 hours observation. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110 before registering. Additional college tuition will be incurred. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment.

96. EDU 5107.01 Childhood Mathematics Methods

Location: North Rockland High School (North Rockland HS, )

Dates: 5/27/2025 to 6/24/2025

New
This course is designed to introduce teacher candidates to the content and current methods of teaching mathematics in elementary schools. It examines key concepts, strategies, and skills in the elementary school mathematics curriculum. Topics include theory, content included in the elementary mathematics curriculum (number sense, estimation and mental computation, place value, development of algorithms, algebraic reasoning, fractions, decimals, ratios, percents, probability, data analysis, geometry, and measurement), planning instruction, assessment, and the use of technology in the classroom. The course is also situated in a wider context by addressing state and national standards in elementary school mathematics. Interactive lectures, discussion, group work and presentations, inquiry-based methods, and field experience are used to explore and master course objectives. Required Texts: "Elementary and Middle School Mathematics: Teaching Developmentally”, Eighth Edition, by J.A. Van de Walle, K.S. Karp, J.M. Bay-Williams; "Field Experience Guide for Elementary and Middle School Mathematics: Teaching Developmentally, Fourth Edition, by J.M. Bay-Williams.If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110 before registering. Additional college tuition will be incurred. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment.

97. EDU 5202.01 - Intro to Language and Linguistics

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 5/27/2025 to 6/27/2025

New
Explore the universal underlying logical structure of human languages. Discuss phonological, morphological, syntactic, and semantic patterns found in language. Consider the evolution and psychology of language. Field experience required. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110 before registering. Additional college tuition will be incurred. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment

98. EDU 5313.01 The Science of Happiness for Student and Educator Well-being

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 5/27/2025 to 6/27/2025

New
This course examines wellness on a personal and systems level for educators, school leaders, and their students. This class is an opportunity to re-evaluate your beliefs, values, and assumptions about the underpinnings of happiness and well-being and to learn the research behind the science of happiness. In this course we look at how individuals can create positive change by reinterpreting their goals and identifying steps towards successful experiences. Key findings from the fields of positive psychology will inform our understanding of the biopsychosocial underpinnings of well-being. The class seeks to foster in teachers more fulfilling and productive lives inside and out of schools and to support educators with an understanding of human potential. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110 before registering. Additional college tuition will be incurred. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment.

99. EDU 5367.01 Methods for Teaching Literacy I

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 5/27/2025 to 6/27/2025

New
The first in a pair of courses that provides a research-based introduction to literacy teaching and learning for children in grades PreK-6. Students will be introduced to the theories, approaches and methodology of teaching reading and writing in the elementary classroom. Emphasis will be on helping students develop an informed, integrated and balanced approach to the planning and instruction of reading and the language arts; with a strong focus on phonemic awareness and strategies for teaching phonics. Field experience required. Required Texts: "Phonics they use: Words for Reading and Writing”, by Cunningham, P. (2013). New York, Pearson Publishing; and "Reading with Meaning”, by Miller, D. (2013). 2nd edition Portland, ME: Stenhouse Publishers. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517x110 before registering. Additional college tuition and fees will be incurred.

100. EDU 5387.01 Fundamentals of Middle Childhood Education

Location: Manhattanville University (Purchase, NY)

Dates: 5/27/2025 to 6/27/2025

New
This course will focus on the sociological and academic factors that have resulted in the creation of the modern middle school concept. The course will emphasize how active learning, team structures, and lesson design can support the social, emotional and intellectual development of students in the middle grades. We will develop strategies for motivation, instruction, assessment, and classroom management. We will also explore how to create a collaborative environment among students, colleagues, and parents and examine the effects of state standards and mandated testing. Students are expected to be active participants in the conception and creation of lessons. Field experience required. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110 before registering. Additional college tuition will be incurred. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment.

101. EDU 5026.01 Literacy in the Content Areas

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 5/27/2025 to 6/27/2025

New
Learn to build literacy skills in different content areas, developing strategies based on current theory and practice in teaching listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Candidates acquire an integrated and balanced approach for improving students' literacy development at the elementary, middle, and high school levels. Field experience required. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110 before registering. Additional college tuition will be incurred. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment.