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1. 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.
  • Max Class Size: 30

2. 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.
  • Max Class Size: 15

3. 5490.01 Teaching Literacy Grades 7-12

Location: Online (online, ny)

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

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This course prepares specialists to work collaboratively with content area and grade level teachers in grades 7-12. The content includes the analysis of the language demands of texts, the skills needed to read texts with advanced language and to identify and implement strategies for acquiring the literacy skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing at the secondary level. Differentiation of instruction and the collaborative process are significant parts 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.
  • Max Class Size: 8

4. Book Besties Book Club 5/27 at 10:00 (NOT FOR CTLE OR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT)

Location: ZOOM AT HOME (ZOOM, NY)

Dates: 5/27/2025

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Join us for a discussion of the book The Goddess of Warsaw by Lisa Barr. Candace will lead us in an interesting and thought provoking discussion on May 27at 10:00 AM on Zoom. To receive the summary, Zoom link and the questions in a timely manner, please register by 5/23.
  • Max Class Size: 15

5. Helping to Prevent the Summer Slide for ENL Students (5/27-6/17/2025)

Location: Online Only (Online, )

Dates: 5/27/2025 to 6/17/2025

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During this experience, participants will explore a variety of ways to help prevent the Summer Slide for ENL Students. Participants will explore tools and tips for helping to keep ENL students connected over the summer and will learn how to utilize E-Books to boost language learning. Participants will also learn how to work with Newcomers and how to prepare students and families for the new school year. While there are suggested timelines for work completion, this course does NOT require any synchronous sessions so that you may plan your course completion time accordingly. The course is delivered in Google Classroom. All work is due by the end of the last day of the course.
  • Max Class Size: 20

6. EDAD 5050.01 School Finance

Location: Online (online, ny)

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

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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.
  • Max Class Size: 15

7. EDAD 5501.01 Community Internship (2 Credits)

Location: Online (online, ny)

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

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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.
  • Max Class Size: 10

8. 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

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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.
  • Max Class Size: 15

9. EDU 5107.01 Childhood Mathematics Methods

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

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

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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.
  • Max Class Size: 20

10. EDU 5107.01 Childhood Mathematics Methods- Transitional B

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

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

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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.
  • Max Class Size: 10

11. EDU 5202.01 - Intro to Language and Linguistics

Location: Online (online, ny)

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

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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
  • Max Class Size: 15

12. 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

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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.
  • Max Class Size: 10

13. EDU 5387.01 Fundamentals of Middle Childhood Education

Location: Manhattanville University (Purchase, NY)

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

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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.
  • Max Class Size: 10

14. EDU 5614.01 Writing/ Teachers & Young People

Location: Online (online, ny)

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

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The goal of this course is to develop a repertoire of techniques for teaching writing and a personal understanding of the writing process. Based upon the belief that engaging in writing can contribute to the teaching of writing, candidates work to strengthen their acquisition of writing skills. With the instructor and peer writers, candidates will learn how to invent, develop and revise material, as well as develop a repertoire of techniques to share with young people. The course also features field experience to provide hands-on experience in the teaching of writing to elementary and secondary students as well as the principles and practices of assessing student writing. This field experience will also provide students with a model for teaching writing in their classrooms and for interacting with writers in conferences. 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 will be incurred.
  • Max Class Size: 25

15. Role play to support English Language learning (5/27-5/30)

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 5/27/2025 to 5/30/2025

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During this course participants will learn the strategies of role play and how it supports English language learning. Participants will experience role play and learn how to incorporate this strategy in their teaching or teaching support. 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.
  • Max Class Size: 10

16. EDAD 8053.01 Intro to Quantitative Research

Location: Online (online, ny)

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

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In this course, students will learn how to synthesize and use many forms of evidence and knowledge when making both policy and professional practice decisions. With accountability, fiscal integrity, and quality as driving concerns, the course focuses on what education leaders need to understand, know, and do, to facilitate informed decision making. A core component of the course involves developing an understanding of the major meta-theoretical positions in education, philosophy, and social science that influence policy and practice in education ? positivism/post positivism, interpretive theory, and critical theory. The three meta-theories lead to different research questions, different research methodologies, different types of data, different ways of analyzing data, and different ways of linking theory to research and practice. Students will develop and defend a position on both the question of meta-theory/ideology and the way theory, research, and practice should be linked. At a real-world, practical level, students will learn to critically interpret simple and complex quantitative research in the experimental, correlational, and survey traditions. Further, they will learn about standard qualitative research methods (e.g., ethnography, interviews, case studies, historiography, participatory action research, instructional design, and emancipatory research). 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.
  • Max Class Size: 5

17. AMTNYS Building Thinking Classroom Mathematics Support Group - Zoom

Location: Zoom (Zoom, Zo)

Dates: 5/27/2025

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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.
  • Max Class Size: 50

18. EDU 5130.01 Classroom Management for Special Education

Location: Online (online, ny)

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

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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.
  • Max Class Size: 5

19. EDU 5204.01 Methods of TESOL

Location: Online (online, ny)

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

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Integrate language learning and theory into classroom practice. Develop instructional techniques and survey materials for promoting the four language skills of listening comprehension, speaking, reading and writing. 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.
  • Max Class Size: 15

20. EDU 5216.01 -Cultural Perspectives for Educators

Location: Online (online, ny)

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

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Utilize basic anthropological, psychological and historical principles for understanding cultural problems faced by non-native learners of English. Investigate the cultural background of various communities represented in New York State including selected Asian, Mediterranean and Spanish-speaking societies. 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
  • Max Class Size: 15

21. EDU 5339.01 Teaching Geography in SS Class/EDU 5375.01 Teaching Economics in SS Class

Location: Manhattanville University (Purchase, NY)

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

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Geography 1.5 credits-Learn about methods for teaching key geographic concepts in the K-12 social studies curriculum. Explore ways to encourage students to use a variety of intellectual skills to demonstrate their understanding of the geography of the interdependent world in which we live local, national and global including the distribution of people, places and environments over the Earth's surface. Economics 1.5 credits-Must be taken in conjunction with EDU 5339. Develop strategies for teaching economics in the social studies classroom so that students will understand key macroeconomic and microeconomic concepts. Topics will include methods for teaching how the United States and other societies develop economic systems and associated institutions to allocate resources; how major decision-making units function in the U.S. and the other national economies; and how an economy solves the scarcity problem through market and non-market mechanisms.
  • Max Class Size: 10

22. EDU 5393.01 Foundations of Special Education

Location: Online (online, ny)

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

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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.
  • Max Class Size: 5

23. EDU.5112/13.01 Childhood Social Studies Methods

Location: Online (online, ny)

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

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Focus on the integration of elementary school social studies and fine arts in an interdisciplinary teaching context. 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
  • Max Class Size: 5

24. EDU 3440 Transportation Systems

Location: Hybrid (Hybrid, Hy)

Dates: 5/28/2025 to 6/25/2025

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This course is a study of the modes of moving goods and people from one location to another. Its focus is on exploration and analysis of basic principles and concepts underlying design and development of various transportation systems. Emphasis is on laboratory design and experimentation activities as well as curriculum implementation in grades K through 12. Additional college registration and fees apply. Course will be hybrid with both synchronous and asynchronous online instruction, as well as, in-person lab time required. The dates and times of the in-person labs are TBD based on availability. Lab time will either be in the evening or on the weekend to try an accommodate teacher schedules with considerations for clubs, coaching, and tutoring. Dates listed are the start date and end date. Contact cgill@rockteach.org for information.
  • Max Class Size: 25

25. EDPD 5130.01/Mastering the Teacher Evaluation Process: Effective to Highly Effective Teaching

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

Dates: 5/29/2025 to 7/31/2025

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In the words of Charlotte Danielson, "Teaching is complex work. It's a thinking person's job.” As a result of this course, participants will address and apply the themes of: equitable learning, high expectations, cultural competence, meeting the needs of all learners and student assumption of responsibility. Participants will identify highly effective practices around Danielson's "Framework for Teaching.” We will observe lessons to evaluate the four core areas of: Planning and Preparation, Classroom Environment, Instruction and Professional Responsibilities. To become highly effective in the teacher evaluation process, participants will develop teaching strategies to help their students to take ownership of their own learning. Based upon Robert Marzano's The Art and Science of Teaching, participants will design instructional strategies that help students to think more logically, effectively and independently. During input sessions, participants will learn to incorporate a variety of research-based strategies into their lessons. These strategies include: providing and communicating learning goals, using assessments, conducting "deep thinking” lessons, using engagement strategies, implementing rules and procedures, and building relationships. Required Readings: "Enhancing Professional Practice: A Framework for Teaching", by Danielson, Charlotte (2007) ASCD: Alexandria, VA.; "The New Art and Science of Teaching", by Marzano, Robert (2017) Solution Tree Bloomington, Indiana. 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.
  • Max Class Size: 42

26. Managing Stress and Change - Updated (SRP)

Location: Zoom (Zoom, Zo)

Dates: 5/29/2025

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What are ways that we can effectively cope with stress and change? There are several measures a person can take to manage stress like managing their choice of nourishment, addressing change through practical daily interventions, and creating healthy habits. This seminar will provide several strategies to increase self-care and provide a foundation for good health.
This NYSUT ELT trainings is limited to Teaching Assistants and other School-Related Professionals.
  • Max Class Size: 40

27. EDPD 5040.01 Responding to Literature with Power

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 6/2/2025 to 7/25/2025

In this course, students will understand how to construct, teach, and enhance writing responses to texts. They will learn how to implement a yearlong framework that will move students from simple responses to multi paragraph essays. Students will learn how to adapt their lessons to reach all learners. Finally, they will use the lessons taught to create a framework that is relevant to their particular students. Required Texts: "Better Learning Through Structured Teaching: A Framework for the Gradual Release of Responsibility", 2nd Edition Paperback, by Douglas Fisher, Nancy Frey, 2013, Alexandria, VA ASCD; "Notice & Note Strategies for Close Reading", by Kylene Beers and Robert E Probst, 2013, New Hampshire, Heinemann. 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. Course runs asynchronously from Jan. 22 - Mar. 28. Only start and end dates are listed. Note: Official graduate transcripts will not be available until the official end of the college semester.
  • Max Class Size: 25

28. Sensory Integration & Processing

Location: Rockland County Dpt of Health (Pomona, NY)

Dates: 6/3/2025

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join Tim Davis PhD CAPE to explore evidence-based practices, sensory continuity techniques, and do-it-yourself equipment for adaptive play. Learn about movement's role in a child's sensory development. Discover Autism/ADHD exercises, visual aids, and supports for children 0-10, as well as fit and fun playscapes that are best suited for children with special needs. Dr. Timothy Davis is a private consultant and has been a professor at SUNY Cortland for over 20 years, specializing in Adapted Physical Education. He also serves as the national chair of the Adapted Physical Education National Standards Program.
  • Max Class Size: 40

29. Sensory Integration & Processing

Location: Rockland County Dpt of Health (Pomona, NY)

Dates: 6/3/2025

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join Tim Davis PhD CAPE to explore evidence-based practices, sensory continuity techniques, and do-it-yourself equipment for adaptive play. Learn about movement's role in a child's sensory development. Discover Autism/ADHD exercises, visual aids, and supports for children 0-10, as well as fit and fun playscapes that are best suited for children with special needs. Dr. Timothy Davis is a private consultant and has been a professor at SUNY Cortland for over 20 years, specializing in Adapted Physical Education. He also serves as the national chair of the Adapted Physical Education National Standards Program.
  • Max Class Size: 40

30. EDPD 5145.01 Enhancing Teaching with AI

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 6/3/2025 to 7/29/2025

Participants will engage in readings, discussions, case studies, and hands-on explorations of AI-powered tools. By incorporating historical and contemporary research, educators will analyze AI's potential to disrupt or reinforce systemic inequities and develop actionable strategies for equitable AI integration. A midterm assessment in Week 4 will allow educators to apply their learning by designing AI-infused lesson plans, while the final assessment will require participants to develop a comprehensive AI integration strategy for their classrooms. Through reflection, collaboration, and practical application, this course equips educators with the knowledge and skills to harness AI for meaningful, inclusive, and ethical teaching. 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.
  • Max Class Size: 25

31. Suicide Alertness for Everyone-Tell Ask Listen Keepsafe (SafeTALK) - Zoom

Location: Zoom (Zoom, Zo)

Dates: 6/4/2025

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safeTALK helps participants become alert to suicide. Suicide-alert people are better prepared to connect persons with thoughts of suicide with life-affirming help. Participants will learn how to:  Notice and respond to situations where suicide thoughts may be present,  Recognize that invitations for help are often overlooked,  Move beyond the common tendency to miss, dismiss, and avoid suicide,  Apply the TALK steps: TELL, ASK, LISTEN, KEEP SAFE, and  Know community resources and how to connect someone with thoughts of suicide these supports for further suicide-safer help. This training is facilitated and offered in conjunction with Greater Mental Health of NY and SPCNY. Social Work CEUs provided by SPCNY. Preference given to Social Workers.
  • Max Class Size: 20

32. EDPD 5022.01 Responding to Historical Fiction with Power

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 6/5/2025 to 8/7/2025

In this course, students will understand how to construct, teach, and enhance writing responses to historical fiction texts. They will learn how to implement a yearlong framework that will move students from simple responses to multi paragraph essays. Students will learn how to adapt their lessons to reach all learners. Finally, they will use the lessons taught to create a structure that is relevant to their particular students. Required texts: Douglas Fisher, Nancy Frey. (2013). Better Learning Through Structured Teaching: A Framework for the Gradual Release of Responsibility, 2nd Edition Paperback. Alexandria, VA:: ASCD. Kylene Beers and Robert E Probst. (2013). Notice & Note Strategies for Close Reading. New Hampshire: Heinemann. *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.
  • Max Class Size: 25

33. "Hope Out Of Darkness" Sculpture and Haverstraw History

Location: The Haverstraw African American Memorial Park (Haverstraw, NY)

Dates: 6/10/2025

Join Ginny Norfleet at The Haverstraw African American Memorial Park and view the sculpture Solomon Northup "Hope Out of Darkness", a traveling exhibit in Haverstraw from 4-25-25to 7-7-25. Learn about the the lives of Solomon Northup and Harriet Tubman and the fight for equality and how they were beacons for all people. This unique opportunity includes a light dinner and allows educators to connect with local history and resources. This program is made possible by Ginny Norfleet and the Haverstraw African American Connection. This program will be outdoors, dress accordingly.
  • Max Class Size: 30

34. Wednesday Readers Book Club on Wednesday, 6/18 at 10:00 at the MT IVY DINER (NOT FOR CTLE OR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT)

Location: ZOOM AT HOME (ZOOM, NY)

Dates: 6/18/2025

Join us for a discussion of the book Nineteen Minutes by Jodi Picoult on Wednesday, June 18 at 10:00 AM at Mount Ivy Diner Candace will lead us in an interesting and thoughtful discussion. To receive the summary and the questions in a timely manner, please register by 6/12.
  • Max Class Size: 15

35. ONLINE-DASA Dignity for All Students Act - Mandated 6 hour Certification Workshop, June 23- June 30, 2025 (WTCI)

Audience: Open to All

Dates: 6/23/2025 to 6/30/2025

Location: ZOOM

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 six days to complete the first 3 asynchronous hours. This 3-hour session must be completed prior to Part II which is on Monday, June 30, 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 Monday, June 30, 2025 from 10:00am - 1:00pm to participate in synchronous Part II of the workshop which will be held via Zoom.
  • Max Class Size: 35

36. Book Besties Book Club on 6/24 at 10:00 (NOT FOR CTLE OR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT)

Location: ZOOM AT HOME (ZOOM, NY)

Dates: 6/24/2025

Join us for a discussion of the book The Stolen Queen by Fiona Davis. Candace will lead us in an interesting and thought provoking discussion on June 24 at 10:00 AM on Zoom. To receive the summary, Zoom link and the questions in a timely manner, please register by 6/20.
  • Max Class Size: 15

37. Social Emotional Learning: A Strategic Approach - 3 Inservice Credits

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

Dates: 7/1/2025 to 8/26/2025

Learning is a social and emotional act. From early childhood education to the high school level, rigorous learning requires the formation and maintenance of relationships. However, we cannot expect teachers to add more content or adjust curriculum maps to add "more.” Therefore, no matter the grade level, participants will be able to develop social emotional learning strategies to embed in their current teaching assignments. Participants will work closely on the work developed by Nancy Frey, Douglas Fisher, and Dominique Smith. We will examine and implement the five-part model of Social Emotional Learning. Required Text: "All Learning Is Social and Emotional: Helping Students Develop Essential Skills for the Classroom and Beyond", by Nancy Frey, Douglas Fisher, Dominique Smith, 2018. Offered through the Rockland/Westchester Teacher Center Institute.
  • Max Class Size: 50

38. Instructional and Educational Strategies for English Language Learners - 3 InService Credits

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

Dates: 7/3/2025 to 8/28/2025

The demographics and backgrounds of our students is constantly changing yet we, as educators, still primarily utilize expressive language (speaking and reading) to convey information to students and expect them to use receptive language (speaking and listening) to share with us what they have learned. As more and more children come to our schools needing English as a Second Language services, schools are expecting mainstream, "regular education” teachers to meet the needs of our English Language Learners. By the end of this course, participants will be better able to meet the language and academic needs of ELLs in various academic settings. Required Readings: "Classroom Instruction that Works with English Language Learners", by Hill, Jane & Miller, Kirsten, 2014, ASCD: Alexandria, VA.; "Classroom Instruction That Works: Research-Based Strategies for Increasing Student Achievement", 2nd Edition, by Ceri B Dean, Elizabeth Ross Hubbell, Howard Pitler & BJ Stone, 2012, ASCD: Alexandria, VA. Offered through the Rockland/Westchester Teacher Center Institute.
  • Max Class Size: 50

39. Hybrid Book Study: The Art of Comprehension: Exploring Visual Texts to Foster Comprehension, Conversation, and Confidence by Trevor Andrew Bryan, July 7 - 31, 2025 (WTCI)

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

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

Location: Asynchronous/Synchronous (ZOOM)

Did you know that the new verbal section of the SAT includes reading charts? ​​This highlights how visual literacy is becoming increasingly important in today's society. The National Arts Education Association defines visual literacy as "the ability to interpret, comprehend, appreciate, use, & create visual media, using conventions as well as contemporary and emerging media, in ways that advance thinking, decision making, communicating, and learning.” Participants in this course must obtain and read the book: The Art of Comprehension: Exploring Visual Texts to Foster Comprehension, Conversation, and Confidence, by Trevor Andrew Bryan which aims to equip teachers with the tools to teach visual literacy across all grade levels and subjects. In addition to the book, we will explore supplemental materials on media literacy to provide a comprehensive understanding of the topic. At the end of the course, you will have a toolbox to teach visual literacy to students across grade levels and content areas. There will be 3 required synchronous Zoom sessions to discuss the books: Tuesday, July 8, 15 and 22 from 10:30am to 12:30 pm. Participants will complete online assignments after each session. PLEASE NOTE: The institute cannot refund a participant once the class has commenced.
  • Max Class Size: 15

40. Hybrid: Exploring LGBTQ Literature July 7 - August 3, 2025 (WTCI)

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

Dates: 7/7/2025 to 8/3/2025

Location: Synchronous/Asynchronous/Hybrid/In-Person

Participants will read and discuss various pieces of youth literature that feature LGBTQ characters or themes. We will identify ways to embed these titles into your classrooms or curricula and develop an understanding of the importance of incorporating LGBTQ friendly literature into our schools. We will explore picture books, non-fiction texts, middle grade novels, graphic novels, and YA books. By the end of the course, you will have identified books suitable for your grade level and created a plan to integrate them into your curriculum. Participants will need to have access to various books either through their school library, public library, or virtual libraries. This course will be discussion-heavy and there will be three mandatory Zoom meetings (Tuesday, July 8, 15, and 22 from 1:00-2:00pm) PLEASE NOTE: The institute cannot refund a participant once the class has commenced.
  • Max Class Size: 20

41. Hybrid: Introduction to the NYSED Numeracy Briefs and Evidence-Based Mathematics Instruction for PK - 12 Educators (EWTC)

Audience: PK - 12 Teachers (Math Teachers) and Leaders

Dates: 7/7/2025 to 7/25/2025

Location: Hybrid

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This Free class is only open to consortium members. In this online hybrid course, participants will engage with the eight NYSED Numeracy Briefs, which offer research-driven strategies and best practices for evidence-based teaching. These briefs are designed to support educators and provide clear insights into key mathematical concepts, common instructional myths, high-leverage content, and essential teaching techniques. Through targeted discussions, participants will enhance their understanding of evidence-based strategies and leadership approaches that promote mathematics proficiency across PK-12 classrooms. There will be 3 mandatory synchronous Zoom sessions on: Wednesday, July 9, 16, and 23 from 9:00 to 10:30 am.
  • Max Class Size: 20

42. Online Book Study: Making MTSS Work For All, July 7 - August 3, 2025 (WTCI)

Audience: Grades K-12 Educators

Dates: 7/7/2025 to 8/3/2025

Location: Asynchronous

This course may be taken for graduate or inservice credit. In this online book study, participants will examine the dynamics of a multi-tiered system of supports, become familiar with the framework and learn how to support students at all tiers through research-based interventions. Based on the book, The Road to Success with MTSS: A Ten-Step Process for Schools by Tom Hierck and Chris Weber, and additional resources, participants will embrace MTSS's multifaceted approach which includes addressing academic, social- emotional and behavioral needs. Teachers, support staff and therapists will all learn how to support students in many domains through case studies, while reflecting on their own current practices in MTSS.PLEASE NOTE: The institute cannot refund a participant once the class has commenced.
  • Max Class Size: 20

43. Online: A Fresh Look at Classroom Management, July 7 - August 3, 2025 (EWTC)

Audience: PreK - 12

Dates: 7/7/2025 to 8/3/2025

Location: Asynchronous

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This Free class is only open to consortium members. In this course, participants will take a deep dive into classroom management. They will spend time researching and understanding eight (8) key components of classroom management. Throughout the course, participants will develop their own classroom management plan incorporating the different strategies and techniques discussed. Participants will be asked to reflect on and discuss with each other the course material. At the end of the course, participants will have a ready to implement classroom management plan and new strategies to refresh an already existing classroom management plan.
  • Max Class Size: 25

44. Online: Differentiated Instruction for English Language Learners (ELLs), July 7 - August 3, 2025 (WTCI)

Audience: Educators in Grades K-12

Dates: 7/7/2025 to 8/3/2025

Location: Asynchronous

English Language Learners (ELLs) need to have access to K-12 curriculum and be able to achieve the same level of success as their English speaking counterparts. This course prepares teachers to effectively understand ELLs' backgrounds and to differentiate their instructional approach. By providing the skills to differentiate their instruction through multiple modalities, this course gives a practical, classroom ready application of new learning to improve instructional practice. This course is appropriate for both regular and special education educators. PLEASE NOTE: The institute cannot refund a participant once the class has commenced.
  • Max Class Size: 20

45. Online: Discussions and Questioning to Build Deep Thinking, July 7 - August 3, 2025 (WTCI)

Audience: Educators K-12

Dates: 7/7/2025 to 8/3/2025

Location: Online

This course may be taken for graduate or inservice credit. Since the two options are listed separately, please be sure to register accordingly. In this online course, participants will explore how to facilitate classroom discussions through engaging conversations, the role of teachers as coaches during this process and how best to provide a supportive classroom environment when integrating higher order questioning techniques. When we closely examine the value of student participation in small group discussions, we find that students are able to connect with each other's thoughts and opinions and are able to engage in higher level critical thinking. Critical thinking involves logical thinking and reasoning including the following skills: comparison, classification, sequencing, cause/effect, patterning, webbing, analogies, deductive and inductive reasoning, forecasting, planning, hypothesizing, and critiquing. We will examine the link between critical thinking skills and questioning techniques by taking an in depth look at Bloom's Taxonomy and the quote, "Maslow before Bloom.” At the end of the course, you will have the tools needed to transfer responsibility from yourself to your students to speak purposefully, think outside of the box and lead an effective and engaging classroom discussion. Participants will need to purchase the following required text to participate in this course - Walsh, J. A., & Sattes, B. D. (2015). Questioning for Classroom Discussion: Purposeful speaking, engaged listening, deep thinking. Alexandria, VA: ASCD. PLEASE NOTE: The institute cannot refund a participant once the class has commenced.
  • Max Class Size: 15

46. Online: Executive Functioning Strategies that Support Stronger School Communities, July 7 - August 3, 2025 (WTCI)

Audience: All Educators

Dates: 7/7/2025 to 8/3/2025

Location: Asynchronous/Online

In this course, we will unpack effective and practical executive functioning strategies that can have a positive effect on our students' school experiences. Executive functions control and regulate cognitive and social behaviors like controlling impulses, paying attention, remembering information, planning, organizing time and materials, and responding appropriately to stressful social situations. Students have the potential to develop executive functioning skills and, by exploring which functions they need, educators can offer support in a variety of different ways. We will address challenges with time management, organization, self control and consequences of impulsive behavior. Through structure, strategies, and classroom support, executive functioning can have a positive effect on student learning and personal growth. PLEASE NOTE: The institute cannot refund a participant once the class has commenced.
  • Max Class Size: 15

47. Online: Improving Classroom Discussions with Technology, July 7 - August 3, 2025 (WTCI)

Audience: Educators in Grades K - 12

Dates: 7/7/2025 to 8/3/2025

Location: Asynchronous

The available technology that today's educators are able to utilize allows for student-led discussions that increase collaborative learning. In this course, you will have an opportunity to explore several of the free to use apps and participate and develop your own assignments for each app. All of these free-to-use applications work in any classroom. Educators will develop 21st century learning experiences that improve student learning outcomes for all students. PLEASE NOTE: The institute cannot refund a participant once the class has commenced.
  • Max Class Size: 20

48. Online: It's More than just Reversals: A Book Study based on Overcoming Dyslexia, by Sally Shaywitz, M.D., July 7 - August 3, 2025 (EWTC)

Audience: Grades K-12 Educators

Dates: 7/7/2025 to 8/3/2025

Location: Online/Asynchronous

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This Free class is only open to consortium members. In this online book study, participants will examine how to identify early clues of dyslexia and look for clues in older children. Participants will understand how dyslexia is diagnosed and identified, and what and how a sound multi-sensory word study program can best support dyslexics. Based on the book, Overcoming Dyslexia by Sally Shaywitz, M.D., teachers will develop an understanding of the identification and best instructional methodologies and practices of teaching students with this reading disability. Sally Shaywitz is an expert scientist and pediatrician who leads the field in dyslexia research. Through case studies and evaluations, join us as we begin to uncover the world of dyslexia. Participants will need to purchase the SECOND EDITION of the book prior to the course commencement date.
  • Max Class Size: 22

49. Online: Look Who's Talking: Accountable Talk in Your Classroom, July 7 - August 3, 2025 (EWTC)

Audience: Grades PreK-12 Educators

Dates: 7/7/2025 to 8/3/2025

Location: Asynchronous

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This Free class is only open to consortium members. This online class is designed for teachers in every setting from Grades PreK-12. Look Who's Talking is an introduction to Accountable Talk. Accountable Talk refers to the ways that teachers skillfully encourage their students to think deeply, articulate their reasoning, and listen with purpose. Talking with others about ideas and work is fundamental to learning and is an essential skill in the Common Core Learning Standards for every grade. But not all talk sustains learning. For classroom talk to promote learning it must be accountable--to the learning community, to accurate and appropriate knowledge, and to rigorous thinking. Accountable talk uses evidence appropriate to the discipline (e.g., proofs in mathematics, data from investigations in science, textual details in literature, documentary sources in history) and follows established norms of good reasoning. At the end of this course, teachers will be able to effectively incorporate Talk strategies into the classroom.
  • Max Class Size: 25

50. ONLINE: Social and Emotional Development in the Classroom, July 7 - August 3, 2025 (WTCI)

Audience: K-12 Teachers

Dates: 7/7/2025 to 8/3/2025

Location: Online

Social and emotional learning, when embedded in the classroom (and in the school) curriculum, can have many positive student outcomes. It can reduce aggression and emotional distress among students, can increase collaborative classroom interactions, can improve self confidence and can lead to improved student learning. We will examine the five (5) keys to social emotional learning and look at how it translates to the classroom culture and to classroom management. We will view videos, read articles and explore various strategies that will work with our students. We will focus on self and social awareness, self-management, relationship skills, responsible decision making and how we can apply best practices in our classrooms. PLEASE NOTE: The institute cannot refund a participant once the class has commenced.
  • Max Class Size: 15

51. Online: Students at the Center of Learning, July 7 - August 3, 2025 (WTCI)

Audience: K-12 Educators

Dates: 7/7/2025 to 8/3/2025

Location: Asynchronous/Online

Twenty first century learners must know how to be critical thinkers. We will examine ways to refocus our teaching so students can become more active learners. In turn, we can become more effective facilitators: empowering our students to find their voices and demonstrating their understanding and knowledge of the subject at hand. We will examine our current teaching styles and reflect on ways to start making changes. We will also look at our assessment tools (e.g. Flubberoo) which have some flaws, making it hard to gain information on critical thinking. Instead we will create meaningful assessments that will effectively measure student learning. At the end of this course, you will have a better understanding of the components of a student-centered classroom and the tools you need to put it into practice. PLEASE NOTE: The institute cannot refund a participant once the class has commenced.
  • Max Class Size: 15

52. Online: Effective Communication in the Classroom: Book Study: What We Say and How We Say it Matter by Mike Anderson July 7 - August 3, 2025 (EWTC)

Audience: Grades K-12 Educators

Dates: 7/7/2025 to 8/3/2025

Location: Asynchronous

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This Free class is only open to consortium members. In this engaging asynchronous book study, K-12 educators will explore "What We Say and How We Say It Matter" by Mike Anderson, a practical and research-based guide to improving classroom communication. Participants will reflect on the impact of teacher language on student motivation, behavior, and classroom culture. The course highlights strategies for using intentional words to build trust, give effective feedback, ask meaningful questions, and manage behavior with respect. By becoming more mindful of both verbal and non-verbal communication, educators will be better equipped to foster a supportive, inclusive, and student-centered learning environment. Kindly note that participants should acquire the necessary book prior to the start of the class.
  • Max Class Size: 25

53. ONLINE: Empowering Educators with Magic School AI, July 7 - July 20, 2025 (EWTC)

Audience: K-12 Teachers

Dates: 7/7/2025 to 7/20/2025

Location: Online

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This Free class is only open to consortium members. This online course is designed to provide K-12 teachers with the necessary knowledge and skills to seamlessly incorporate Magic School AI into their daily teaching practices. The course will cover how to use AI for lesson planning, assessment creation, differentiation strategies, and classroom management. Throughout the course, teachers will have opportunities for practical application, analyze realistic classroom situations, and create AI-integrated resources that are ready for immediate use. By the completion of the course, participants will be confident in their ability to leverage the diverse features of Magic School AI to improve their classroom instruction. By the end of this course, participants will be able to apply features in Magic School AI to enhance their teaching.
  • Max Class Size: 15

54. EDPD 5045.01/ Making MTSS Work For All (WTCI)

Location: Online (online, ny) - Asynchronous

Dates: 7/7/2025 to 8/8/2025

Location: Asynchronous

In this online book study, participants will examine the dynamics of a multi-tiered system of supports, become familiar with the framework and learn how to support students at all tiers through research based interventions. Based on the book, The Road to Success with MTSS: A Ten-Step Process for Schools by Tom Hierck and Chris Weber, and additional resources, participants will embrace MTSS's multifaceted approach which includes addressing academic, social- emotional and behavioral needs. Teachers, support staff and therapists will all learn how to support students in many domains through case studies, while reflecting on their own current practices in MTSS. 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.
  • Max Class Size: 25

55. EDPD 5050.01/Discussions and Questioning to Build Deep Thinking (WTCI)

Location: Online (online, ny) - Asynchronous

Dates: 7/7/2025 to 8/8/2025

Location: Asynchronous

In this online course, participants will explore how to facilitate classroom discussions through engaging conversations, the role of teachers as coaches during this process and how best to provide a supportive classroom environment when integrating higher order questioning techniques. When we closely examine the value of student participation in small group discussions, we find that students are able to connect with each other's thoughts and opinions and are able to engage in higher level critical thinking. Critical thinking involves logical thinking and reasoning including the following skills: comparison, classification, sequencing, cause/effect, patterning, webbing, analogies, deductive and inductive reasoning, forecasting, planning, hypothesizing, and critiquing. We will examine the link between critical thinking skills and questioning techniques by taking an in depth look at Bloom's Taxonomy and the quote, "Maslow before Bloom.” At the end of the course, you will have the tools needed to transfer responsibility from yourself to your students to speak purposefully, think outside of the box and lead an effective and engaging classroom discussion. Required Text: "Questioning for Classroom Discussion: Purposeful Speaking, Engaged Listening, Deep Thinking", by J. A. Walsh & B. D. Sattes, 2015, Alexandria, VA: ASCD. If you are taking for graduate credit and are not a student of Manhattanville, please contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org for info on creating your account.
  • Max Class Size: 25

56. EDU 5083.01 Assessment of Learning and Behavioral Problems

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 7/7/2025 to 8/8/2025

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.
  • Max Class Size: 10

57. EDU 5344.01 Child Development and Learning

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 7/7/2025 to 8/8/2025

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Learn about the developmental milestones of childhood and adolescence. Explore ways in which the cognitive, emotional/ social, motor and linguistic aspects of student development influence the curricular and instructional choices that teachers make. Satisfies prerequisite requirement. 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.
  • Max Class Size: 5

58. EDU 5573.01 Autism Spectrum Disorder-2 Credits

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 7/7/2025 to 8/8/2025

The focus of the course is to develop an understanding of autism spectrum disorders as well as other low incidence disabilities and acquiring effective pre-academic, academic and social interventions to help students learn and participate fully in the classroom. The course provides an overview of autism spectrum disorders, from early childhood through the school age years, the identification and etiology , and best practices in programs and services for students identified with ASD's, as well as other low incidence disabilities. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Joleen Murray at jmurray@rockteach.org before registering or call 845-553-9517X103. College registration is required. Additional college tuition will be incurred for graduate credits. This course will run asynchronously online. Note only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to service hub or the course syllabus for exact dates and times.
  • Max Class Size: 10

59. EDU 5630.01 Multisensory Structured Literacy Instruction 1

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 7/7/2025 to 7/11/2025

This course is offered through the Rose Institute for Learning and Literacy. Multisensory Structured Literacy Instruction 1 introduces participants to the fundamental elements of an Orton-Gillingham based approach characterized by explicit teaching of foundational literacy skills. The course includes an introduction to phonology and basic phonics, and focuses on instruction to promote fluency, vocabulary acquisition, and an understanding of the structure of the language. The content includes information on dyslexia and language-based learning disabilities, strategies for multisensory instruction, using assessment results for small/large group lessons, and planning an Orton-Gillingham lesson. The scientifically-based methodology is explicit, interactive, diagnostic, multisensory, and integrated. The course is designed for general and special-education teachers, administrators, curriculum specialists, and speech and reading specialists, and is recommended for instructional assistants and tutors. 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.
  • Max Class Size: 10

60. EDAD 5009.01 Technology for Administrators

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 7/7/2025 to 8/8/2025

This course strives to prepare current/prospective K-12 administrators to use information technologies effectively and efficiently in order to support student learning and professional productivity. This hands-on course is designed to move participants from theory to practice and to assist them in the application of technology skills and knowledge that will support the needs of their current school communities and future leadership settings. 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.
  • Max Class Size: 15

61. EDAD 5016.01 Understanding/Applying Data I

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 7/7/2025 to 8/8/2025

This course will provide the foundation for the use of data as an instructional tool. It is designed to take students from the philosophical underpinnings of data driven instruction through the practical applications of data collection, data analysis and data driven instructional decisions. Additionally, students will role play conversations with teachers about student data and the implications for student achievement. This process will provide students with the framework necessary to lead a department, a building, or a district in incorporating the use of data as an essential element of the instructional program. 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.
  • Max Class Size: 15

62. EDU 5000.01 Foundations of Education

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 7/7/2025 to 8/8/2025

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This introductory course provides an overview of the field of American education. It investigates major issues, which have affected learning and teaching in the U.S. Through active class involvement, the learning/teaching dyad, its social, political, economic antecedents and possible consequences are analyzed. 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.
  • Max Class Size: 10

63. EDU 5085.01 PK-12 Special Ed Cert Instructional Strategies

Location: Manhattanville University (Purchase, NY)

Dates: 7/7/2025 to 8/8/2025

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This course will provide multiple strategies and approaches for use with students with exceptional learning needs (ELNs), as well as those for who are English as a New Language Learners (ENLs) in a PK-12 setting. The readings and discussions will center on topics such as creating an environment for success, differentiated instructional techniques, multiple intelligences, modifications and accommodations, working effectively with students from diverse linguistic and cultural milieus, and new approaches in the implementation of Inclusion, Response to Intervention, Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports, and Common Core Standards. 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.
  • Max Class Size: 3

64. EDU 5085.02 PK-12 Special Ed Cert Instructional Strategies

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

Dates: 7/7/2025 to 8/4/2025

This course will provide multiple strategies and approaches for use with students with exceptional learning needs (ELNs), as well as those for who are English as a New Language Learners (ENLs) in a PK-12 setting. The readings and discussions will center on topics such as creating an environment for success, differentiated instructional techniques, multiple intelligences, modifications and accommodations, working effectively with students from diverse linguistic and cultural milieus, and new approaches in the implementation of Inclusion, Response to Intervention, Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports, and Common Core Standards. 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.
  • Max Class Size: 20

65. EDU 5200.01 Structure of English

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 7/7/2025 to 8/8/2025

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.
  • Max Class Size: 15

66. EDU 5245.01 Methods of Teaching World Languages Grades 1-6

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 7/7/2025 to 8/8/2025

This course will explore theory and methods of teaching foreign language and culture in elementary school programs. It will focus on the development of language skills in a communicative, proficiency-based setting. Additionally, it will identify topics and language uses, which are relevant to various age groups, and define the proficiency level appropriate for each group. You will learn about exploratory, immersion, and early middle school programs. All classwork and discussions will take place online via Blackboard. There will be synchronous meetings online as per the course schedule. This 45-hour NYS-approved course is required to receive a FLES extension certification for grades 1 - 6 in the language of your certification. 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.
  • Max Class Size: 25

67. EDU 5371.02 Technology in Special Education

Location: Manhattanville University (Purchase, NY)

Dates: 7/7/2025 to 8/8/2025

This course will examine ways to use technologies in planning, implementing and managing the teaching and learning environments for students with special needs and learn how to evaluate, select, develop and adapt technologies. The focus will be on such topics as technologies for assessment and planning, as well as for implementing and modifying instruction, selecting hardware and software, uses of and regulations regarding assistive technology, and using technology to support the principles of universal design. Field experience required. Ten additional online hours 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.
  • Max Class Size: 25

68. EDU 5371.03 Technology in Special Education

Location: Manhattanville University (Purchase, NY)

Dates: 7/7/2025 to 8/8/2025

This course will examine ways to use technologies in planning, implementing and managing the teaching and learning environments for students with special needs and learn how to evaluate, select, develop and adapt technologies. The focus will be on such topics as technologies for assessment and planning, as well as for implementing and modifying instruction, selecting hardware and software, uses of and regulations regarding assistive technology, and using technology to support the principles of universal design. Field experience required. Ten additional online hours 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.
  • Max Class Size: 25

69. EDU 5371.03 Technology in Special Education- Trans B

Location: Manhattanville University (Purchase, NY)

Dates: 7/7/2025 to 8/8/2025

This course will examine ways to use technologies in planning, implementing and managing the teaching and learning environments for students with special needs and learn how to evaluate, select, develop and adapt technologies. The focus will be on such topics as technologies for assessment and planning, as well as for implementing and modifying instruction, selecting hardware and software, uses of and regulations regarding assistive technology, and using technology to support the principles of universal design. Field experience required. Ten additional online hours 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.
  • Max Class Size: 25

70. EDU 5215.01 Teaching ESL in Content Areas

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 7/7/2025 to 8/8/2025

Focus on second language teaching techniques to improve an LEP student's proficiency in understanding content area subjects. Learn from required lesson and unit plans and peer teaching. 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.
  • Max Class Size: 15

71. EDU 5298.02 Early Child Inclusive Strategy - 2 credit version

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 7/7/2025 to 8/8/2025

This course will explore historical antecedents to early childhood education and trace their influences on contemporary inclusive classrooms. This course will examine instructional programs and practices to include classroom management techniques, designed to provide a challenging learning environment to children with diverse learning characteristics. The course will address the special needs of ELLs and children from different cultural settings. Collaborative models will be discussed. An Individual Family Service Plan will be designed. 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.
  • Max Class Size: 8

72. EDU 5298.03 Early Child Inclusive Strategy - 3 credit version

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 7/7/2025 to 8/8/2025

This course will explore historical antecedents to early childhood education and trace their influences on contemporary inclusive classrooms. This course will examine instructional programs and practices to include classroom management techniques, designed to provide a challenging learning environment to children with diverse learning characteristics. The course will address the special needs of ELLs and children from different cultural settings. Collaborative models will be discussed. An Individual Family Service Plan will be designed. 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.
  • Max Class Size: 5

73. Hybrid: The Elementary Mathematics Journey: Connecting the Standards for Mathematical Practice to the Standards for Mathematical Content

Location: Hybrid (Hybrid, Hy)

Dates: 7/8/2025 to 7/16/2025

New
The Elementary Mathematics Journey: Connecting the Standards for Mathematical Practice to the Standards for Mathematical Content using Mathematical Teaching Practices as our Guide is a 15hr hybrid course that meets on Zoom starting at 9AM

Course contents include:
7/8 Building Mathematical Thinkers A focus on what children need to know and be able to do and how teachers can promote meaningful learning to help them find success. Deep dive into Curriculum Standards, Mathematical Practice standards and Mathematical Teaching Practices, learning trajectories, and Q-Sort - Teacher Reflection
7/9 The Foundations of Numeracy- Counting and Cardinality and Operations and Algebraic Thinking Understanding the progression of Number Knowledge. Building a playground of numbers for early learners using number lines, rich tasks, and student-created tools to help students build quantitative understanding.
7/10 Composition and Decomposition of Numbers: The focus will be on place value strategies that support addition and subtraction Building mental math strategies. Numberless word problems that support problem-solving skills.

7/15 Multiplication and Division: Understanding the properties of multiplication and the relationship between multiplication and division. Area Models, partial product and quotient strategies as entries to understanding algorithms
7/16 fractions and Decimals: A look at the foundational understanding of fractions and how it connects to the study of decimals in grades 4 and 5.
This course includes 5 hours of asynchronous work. You must participate in the full course to receive credit.

A Rockteach email address will be assigned to participate in this course. The course will be delivered in Google Classroom.
  • Max Class Size: 20

74. Moral Courage Workshop

Location: Holocaust Museum & Center For Tolerance and Education at RCC (Suffern, N )

Dates: 7/8/2025

This workshop provides an important foundation for Holocaust study, providing an essential historical overview of this period as well as an in-depth analysis of those individuals willing to stand up for humanity. In the midst of the Holocaust, in the worst of times, there were individuals who risked everything to protect others. These individuals are now reverently referred to as "The Righteous Among the Nations.” They sheltered, hid, and saved others from certain death. They did so at great peril to themselves and their families. This lesson incorporates an audio dramatization (entitled "The Hiding”) along with authentic scenarios that will explore moral courage, and ask you the question, what would you do? This training will include a tour of the museum and is provided by the Holocaust Museum & Center For Tolerance and Education at Rockland Community College.
  • Max Class Size: 20

75. EDU 5274.02 Methods of Teaching Literacy II

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

Dates: 7/8/2025 to 8/5/2025

The second part of Literacy Methods course that provides an understanding of research-based best practices in literacy instruction. Apply strategies and materials used in a comprehensive, balanced literacy program. Examine models of thematic units that integrate literacy with content areas. Construct a unit of study that demonstrates the ability to evaluate and select strategies that integrate a variety of texts across disciplines to meet the needs of diverse learners. Field experience required. Required Texts: "Guiding Readers and Writers (Grades 3-6): Teaching Comprehension, Genre and Content Literacy”, by Fountas & Pinnell, 2001, Heinemann; "The Literacy Teacher's Playbook: Grades 3-6, by J. Serravallo, 2014, Portsmouth, NH: Heinemann. 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.
  • Max Class Size: 20

76. Beyond the Classroom: Strategies to Engage Families in Learning (7/9 - 8/14/25)

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 7/9/2025 to 8/14/2025

Family engagement is a key factor in student success, yet many educators face challenges in building meaningful, lasting partnerships with families. This fully asynchronous, 15-hour professional development course equips educators with practical strategies to foster strong connections with families, create inclusive communication practices, support home learning, and develop sustainable engagement initiatives. Throughout five self-paced sessions, participants will explore research-based best practices, case studies, and real-world applications to strengthen family-school collaboration. Each session includes interactive reflections, scenario-based problem-solving, and hands-on resource development to help educators implement engagement strategies in their schools and classrooms. By the end of the course, participants will have developed a personalized 3-month family engagement action plan that includes communication strategies, home learning support, and community partnerships tailored to their unique school and student population. This course is designed for K-12 educators, administrators, school counselors, and family engagement coordinators seeking practical, immediately applicable tools to deepen relationships with families and extend learning beyond the classroom. By the end of this course, participants will walk away with actionable tools and strategies to foster meaningful family engagement that extends learning beyond the classroom and creates lasting partnerships for student success. RTCI/WTCI course
  • Max Class Size: 20

77. Book Study - Balanced and Barefoot: How Unrestricted Outdoor Play Makes for Strong, Confident and Capable Children (7/9/25-8/14/25)

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 7/9/2025 to 8/14/2025

In this 15 hour asynchronous book study, participants will be taking a deep dive into the book by Angela J. Hanscom. The book was written by a Pediatric Occupational Therapist, who will discuss the importance of outdoor activities for fine motor skills, gross motor skills and sensory development in children. Participants will be completing journal entries, interactive discussions, and will create an action plan to bring children outside for natural sensory experiences.

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, which will be delivered in Google Classroom.

Required Text: Balanced and Barefoot: How Unrestricted Outdoor Play Makes for Strong, Confident and Capable Children by Angela J. Hanscom

Participants must secure a a copy of book or ebook prior to the start of the 15 hour course.
RTCi/WTCI course
  • Max Class Size: 20

78. Canva in the Classroom (7/9/25-8/14/25)

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 7/9/2025 to 8/14/2025

Participants in thos 15 hr Online course will begin with the basics of Canva and transition into how to integrate this program into the modern day classroom. Our class will dive into not only being able to modify the many templates that Canva offers, but will also help teachers develop their personalized additions to their lessons. Students will be able to not only create their own work, but be exposed to their classmates' projects as well. We will learn best practices by individualizing projects like google classroom banners, as well as virtual classrooms. In the end, the purpose of the class is to take the everyday lessons and turn them into extraordinary lessons. This 15 hour asynchronous course will be deiivered in Google Classroom. You will be assigned a rockteach email to participants. Canva offers a free version called Canva for Education that is specifically designed for educators and their students. This program provides access to many of the same features as Canva Pro, including access to premium images, fonts, and templates, all at no cost to the user.
RTCI/WTCI course
  • Max Class Size: 25

79. Canva in the Classroom: Creating Interactive Lessons Plans (7/9-8/14/25)

Dates: 7/9/2025 to 8/14/2025

Participants who already have a baseline knowledge of Canva will be able to level up their teaching with this course. Canva has a wealth of information made readily available to teachers, but what we need more of is to sit down and develop, modify and improve our lessons. This course will be designed to take the type of teaching/learning that has ‘always been done' and the ‘I wish I could make this more engaging' and put that into practice. Students are well versed with technology, and have come to expect their classes to keep up as well. Participants will be asked to look at their lessons with a focus on incorporating Canva into them. For example, while teaching Romeo and Juliet, I used to have the students create masquerade ball invites on construction paper while reading that scene. Now, I use the same concept, but involve Canva, and the results have been much more engaging. We all need more time to work on our lessons, let this class help guide that! This 15 hour asynchronous course will be deiivered in Google Classroom. You will be assigned a rockteach email to participants. Canva offers a free version called Canva for Education that is specifically designed for educators and their students. This program provides access to many of the same features as Canva Pro, including access to premium images, fonts, and templates, all at no cost to the user.
RTCI/WTCI course
  • Max Class Size: 20

80. Exploring Artificial Intelligence for Educators (7/9-8/14/25)

Location: Online Only (Online, )

Dates: 7/9/2025 to 8/14/2025

Today's students and teachers can expect to interact with Artificial Intelligence (AI) in many aspects of their personal and academic lives. To prepare students for success, educators must understand how AI technologies can be used to facilitate teaching and learning. In this course we will review the uses of AI in education. Participants will learn how to identify the various types of AI, look at new and developing AI resources and build tools to make AI concrete and accessible in their professional practice.To conclude the course, participants will develop learning tools for implementing AI into their classroom. RTCI/WTCI course
  • Max Class Size: 20

81. Online: Increasing Student Engagement Through Project Based Learning (7/9/25 -8/14/25)

Location: Online Only (Online, )

Dates: 7/9/2025 to 8/14/2025

As educators, we want our students to be successful in the chaotic world outside of our classroom. To develop the skills necessary to succeed in a workplace environment, it is important that we focus on instilling and honing those skills now so that students can thrive after their schooling years. But how do we do this? Through PBL, or Project Based Learning. PBL weaves the 4C's (cooperation, collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity) with curriculum to guide students through a journey of exploration and discovery in a format that is timely, relevant, and appropriately challenging. Participants of this course will explore the rationale behind PBL, the correlation between PBL and motivation and engagement, different ways of implementing PBL, and specific research based practices to successfully carry out PBL in your own classroom. If you are ready to transform your classroom teaching and level up this school year for yourself and your students, then this course is for you! This course is an asynchronous course delivered via Google Classroom. A rockteach email address will be provided to participants in this course. RTCi/WTCI course
  • Max Class Size: 25

82. Strategies to Reach All Learners (7/9 - 8/14/25)

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 7/9/2025 to 8/14/2025

This 15 hour online course is designed to equip educators with the knowledge, strategies, and tools to effectively support and engage all learners, regardless of their abilities or backgrounds. Through a combination of theory, practical application, and hands-on activities, participants will explore key approaches for differentiating instruction, creating inclusive classroom environments, and leveraging technology to meet the needs of diverse student populations. Participants will dive into understanding learner diversity, including students with disabilities, multilingual learners, and those from varied cultural backgrounds. The course emphasizes the integration of Universal Design for Learning (UDL), culturally responsive teaching, assistive technology, and collaborative approaches to fostering an inclusive and supportive classroom atmosphere. By the end of the course, educators will have developed a comprehensive set of strategies to enhance engagement, promote equity, and ensure that all students can thrive in a dynamic learning environment. RTCI/WTCI course
  • Max Class Size: 20

83. Teaching ENL Learners Through Engaging Technology (7/9-8/14/25)

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 7/9/2025 to 8/14/2025

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 Teachers' Center gmail account to participate in this course a few days before the start date. RTCI/WTCI course
  • Max Class Size: 20

84. QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) Suicide Prevention Training- Zoom

Location: Zoom (Zoom, Zo)

Dates: 7/10/2025

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
  • Max Class Size: 20

85. Hybrid: Book Study: Recent Children's Literature Award Winners 2025, July 21 - August 1, 2025 (WTCI)

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

Dates: 7/21/2025 to 8/1/2025

Location: Greenburgh CSD location TBD

Participants in this hybrid course will be asked to read and discuss various pieces of youth literature that are recent American Library Association (ALA) award winners. We will explore the Jane Addams Peace Awards and the Walter Awards from We Need Diverse Books. Throughout the class, we will discuss the various literature pieces and identify ways to incorporate these titles into classrooms or curricula. Participants will explore picture books, non-fiction texts, middle grade novels, and graphic novels. You will need to have access to these resources through your school, public, or virtual libraries. By the end of this course, you will have the strategies needed for effectively integrating these books into your curriculum. There will be THREE MANDATORY IN-PERSON MEETINGS: Tuesday - Thursday, July 29, 30 and 31 from 10:00am - 1:00pm at a Greenburgh CSD location - TBD. PLEASE NOTE: The institute cannot refund a participant once the class has commenced.
  • Max Class Size: 15

86. Hands On Learning STEAM Education at the Haverstraw Brick Museum

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

Dates: 7/24/2025

Explore various thinking skills, such as identifying and constructing 3D geometric shapes and recognizing their properties, through hands-on learning practices. Discover how these 3D explorations provide both structure and flexibility while encouraging creativity. When applied in the classroom, these techniques can offer thoughtful, guided experiences that respond to student needs, fostering resilience.
Today, as educators, we are outcome-oriented. Linearity is an essential part of what we do. Understanding how skills build upon one another and how to deconstruct outcomes is crucial for learning to scaffold effectively as teachers. However, this form of learning can be limiting; it can hinder creativity and problem-solving abilities. In today's device- and game-based learning society, children who naturally absorb information quickly often seem to advance without comprehending the pathways that led them to their solutions. This can lead to frustration and anxiety. In a three-dimensional way of thinking, dots of knowledge create lines of understanding that form interconnected webs, facilitating intuitive leaps in problem-solving, which, once understood, can decrease anxiety and reduce stress.
This program is offered in collaboration with the Haverstraw Brick Museum and facilitated by the Executive Director Rachek Whitlow.
  • Max Class Size: 20

87. EDU 5630.02 Multisensory Structured Literacy Instruction 1

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 7/28/2025 to 8/1/2025

This course is offered through the Rose Institute for Learning and Literacy. Multisensory Structured Literacy Instruction 1 introduces participants to the fundamental elements of an Orton-Gillingham based approach characterized by explicit teaching of foundational literacy skills. The course includes an introduction to phonology and basic phonics, and focuses on instruction to promote fluency, vocabulary acquisition, and an understanding of the structure of the language. The content includes information on dyslexia and language-based learning disabilities, strategies for multisensory instruction, using assessment results for small/large group lessons, and planning an Orton-Gillingham lesson. The scientifically-based methodology is explicit, interactive, diagnostic, multisensory, and integrated. The course is designed for general and special-education teachers, administrators, curriculum specialists, and speech and reading specialists, and is recommended for instructional assistants and tutors. 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.
  • Max Class Size: 10

88. Online: A Book Study: The Reading Comprehension Blueprint by Nancy Hennessy, August 4 - August 31, 2025 (EWTC)

Audience: Grades K-12 Educators

Dates: 8/4/2025 to 8/31/2025

Location: Asynchronous

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This Free class is only open to consortium members. This asynchronous book study is designed for K-12 educators who want to deepen their understanding of reading comprehension instruction using "The Reading Comprehension Blueprint" by Nancy Hennessy. Participants will explore a practical, research-based framework that breaks down the complex process of comprehension into teachable components. Through guided readings, reflection prompts, and application activities, educators will gain tools and strategies to support students across grade levels and reading abilities. This course is ideal for teachers looking to deepen their knowledge and improve student outcomes in reading. Kindly note that participants should acquire the necessary book prior to the start of the class.
  • Max Class Size: 25

89. Online: Book Study - Culturally Responsive Teaching & the Brain: Promoting Authentic Engagement and Rigor Among Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Students by Zaretta Hammond, August 4 - August 31, 2025 (EWTC)

Audience: PreK-12 Educators in all areas

Dates: 8/4/2025 to 8/31/2025

Location: Online/Asynchronous

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This Free class is only open to consortium members. Many educators use the terms culturally responsive teaching, multicultural education and social justice education interchangeably, which keeps educators from effectively implementing culturally responsive teaching. While they do overlap, they have very different purposes. Culturally responsive teaching is focused not on celebrating diversity but on using culture as a cognitive scaffold for processing new content during learning. It focuses on cognitive development and increasing brain power for culturally and linguistically diverse students. We will read and discuss, "Culturally Responsive Teaching & the Brain: Promoting Authentic Engagement and Rigor Among Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Students” by Zaretta Hammond, and share, discuss, and problem solve how to close the achievement gap by looking at culturally responsive pedagogy. IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS COURSE, PARTICIPANTS MUST PURCHASE A COPY OF THE BOOK PRIOR TO THE COMMENCEMENT OF THE CLASS.
  • Max Class Size: 20

90. Online: Co-Teaching, August 4 - August 31, 2025 (WTCI)

Audience: Educators in Grades K -12

Dates: 8/4/2025 to 8/31/2025

Location: Online Only

In this online course, participants will explore various tools to create an effective co-teaching learning environment, examine and comment on case studies and implement strategies to enhance student learning. We will share ideas on how co-teaching can improve program intensity and increase instructional options. At the conclusion of this class, you will have customized lesson plans that will provide a successful classroom environment for all studentsPLEASE NOTE: The institute cannot refund a participant once the class has commenced.
  • Max Class Size: 20

91. Online: Creating Distraction-Free Schools: Implementing No-Cell Phone Policies and Engaging Teaching Strategies, August 4 - August 31, 2025 (WTCI)

Audience: All

Dates: 8/4/2025 to 8/31/2025

Location: Asynchronous

In today's digital age, student focus and engagement are more challenging than ever. This course will equip teachers and administrators with practical strategies to create distraction-free learning environments. You will learn how to implement effective no-cell phone policies and engaging teaching techniques through research-based insights and hands-on activities. Key topics include the impact of mobile devices on student performance, setting clear expectations, and developing classroom management strategies that foster focus and participation. Collaborative projects and interactive discussions will guide you in discovering ways to enhance student engagement without relying on technology. Additionally, the course guides effective communication with students, parents, and colleagues to ensure policy success. By the end of the course, you will have a comprehensive plan to minimize distractions, improve student learning outcomes, and cultivate a focused, collaborative classroom culture. PLEASE NOTE: The institute cannot refund a participant once the class has commenced.
  • Max Class Size: 15

92. Online: Inclusive Teaching: Strategies for Differentiation in Diverse Classrooms, August 4 - August 31, 2025 (EWTC)

Audience: Educators in grades K-12

Dates: 8/4/2025 to 8/31/2025

Location: Asynchronous

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This Free class is only open to consortium members. This course will provide participants with the information needed to create inclusive learning environments by exploring the principles and practices of differentiation. Participants will gain a deep understanding of differentiation, dispelling misconceptions and practical strategies. The sessions cover a diverse range of tools, including flexible grouping, tiered assignments, choice menus, and tech tools, providing educators with a versatile toolkit to cater to varied learning styles. The course underscores the essential connection between Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and differentiation, encouraging seamless integration into instructional practices. At the conclusion of the course, participants will possess both a comprehensive understanding of differentiation and practical skills to effectively implement these strategies in their classrooms.
  • Max Class Size: 20

93. Online: The Strategies for Reflective Teaching with 21st Century Technology, August 4 - August 31, 2025 (WTCI)

Audience: Educators in grades K - 12

Dates: 8/4/2025 to 8/31/2025

Location: Asynchronous/Online

This online course will equip K-12 educators with innovative strategies to improve their teaching practices through systematic self-reflection and integration of artificial intelligence (AI)/technology tools. Participants will explore methods for effective reflective journaling, utilize data and student feedback, and harness AI to enhance lesson planning and classroom management. Educators will engage in peer observations, technology-enhanced reflection, and develop actionable plans to refine their instructional approach. By the end of this course, educators will be adept at using reflection and technology to foster a more effective and fulfilling teaching experience. PLEASE NOTE: The institute cannot refund a participant once the class has commenced.
  • Max Class Size: 15

94. Online: English as New Language: Strategies and Tools for Success, August 4 - August 31, 2025 (WTCI)

Audience: Educators in all grade levels

Dates: 8/4/2025 to 8/31/2025

Location: Online

In this online course, we will closely examine the strategies used to effectively teach English as a New Language (ENL) students. We will focus on best practices including co-teaching, helpful web tools, strategies for classroom teaching, and meaningful classroom talk. We will brainstorm ways to involve parents as we create a welcoming classroom environment for all students. We will explore resources and cross-reference lesson plans and curriculums so that each teacher has customized lesson plans to address individual needs. At the end of the course, you will have a toolkit that will include visual ideas, translation resources, conversation tools and vocabulary resources. PLEASE NOTE: THE INSTITUTE CANNOT REFUND A PARTICIPANT ONCE THE CLASS HAS COMMENCED.
  • Max Class Size: 15

95. Online: Student Engagement and Brain-Boosting Strategies, August 4 - August 31, 2025 (WTCI)

Audience: Educators in grades K - 12

Dates: 8/4/2025 to 8/31/2025

Location: Asynchronous/Online

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.
  • Max Class Size: 15

96. EDPD 5013.01 - Digital Tools to Support Meaningful Learning

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

Dates: 8/4/2025 to 8/15/2025

Educators and support staff will become experts on using digital tools to communicate, create, collaborate and assess students. Participants will gain an understanding of Internet tools to create online resources, screencasting, assessments, online portfolios, communication options for students and parents, and how to maximize the learning environment to reach students through different learning mediums. No textbook is required for this course. Critical reading of assigned articles and supplementary materials are embedded throughout the course. 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.
  • Max Class Size: 35

97. Online: Integrating Higher-Level Picture Books in the Classroom, August 11 - August 25, 2025 (EWTC)

Audience: Grades 4-12: ELA, Social Studies, Math, Science, Art, Music, Special Education, ENL, Teachers of the Deaf, Guidance Counselors.

Dates: 8/11/2025 to 8/25/2025

Location: Asynchronous

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This Free class is only open to consortium members. This online course (Grades 4-12) will explore how picture books enhance instruction across various subjects, including Special Education, ENL, Science, Social Studies, ELA, Art, Guidance, Music, Science, and Math. Participants will examine strategies to foster critical thinking, cultural awareness, and interdisciplinary learning through articles, podcasts, library exploration, and online resources and will be asked to share and comment on each other's lessons. Guidance will be provided on how to use picture books to improve content mastery, spark inquiry, and engage diverse learners, culminating in an opportunity to curate an instructional book collection and lesson plans. By the end of this course, participants will understand the benefits of using picture books in their classrooms, curate a list of books with accompanying lesson plans, and apply strategies to guide students through prereading, during-reading, and post-reading activities.
  • Max Class Size: 15

98. Inquiry- based Learning

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

Dates: 8/11/2025 to 8/28/2025

Inquiry-based learning is a teaching method where students actively engage in learning by asking their own questions, researching to find answers, and constructing knowledge through exploration and investigation, rather than passively receiving information from a teacher; it encourages critical thinking, problem-solving, and deep understanding of a topic by focusing on student-driven inquiry and questioning. In this course, participants will work closely with the professor and other colleagues to examine, develop and implement the phases of an inquiry based model. Required Text Portnoy, Lindsey. (2019) Designed to Learn: Using Design Thinking to Bring Purpose and Passion to the Classroom's: Alexandria, VA. Offered through the Rockland/Westchester Teacher Center Institute.
  • Max Class Size: 50

99. Professional Development Mentor Program, Tuesday, August 26, 2025 from 9:00am - 3:30pm

Location: TBA (TBA, NY) - Room TBD

Audience: Teachers in Grades PreK-12

Dates: 8/26/2025 to 3/27/2026

Location: Room TBD

Whether you are currently a mentor teacher or would like to serve in this role in the future, this year-long program will provide you with the knowledge and expertise needed to become a skilled mentor. We will examine attitudes, skills, and components of a successful program and focus on teacher development, including how to guide, support, and nurture novice teachers. This Free course is only open to teachers from the Edith Winthrop Teacher Center of Westchester. In addition to the August 26 synchronous session (9:00-3:30), there will be two follow up synchronous meetings (4:00-6:00). The dates of the two follow up sessions will be determined at our summer session - one date will be in the Fall and the other in the Spring.There will also be an additional 5 hours of asynchronous course work. You must be present for all synchronous sessions and complete the 5 hours of asynchronous coursework in order to receive the full credit for this course.
  • Max Class Size: 30

100. EDAD 5210.01/Ethically and Socially Responsible Supervision

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 9/2/2025 to 12/19/2025

Examines the foundations of essential teaching components to provide the basis of effective teacher supervision. The course presents multiple opportunities to view excellent instructional practices and to identify components of successful classrooms. Students will observe classroom teachers and apply their knowledge of these instructional practices to the process of observation and supervision. Students will be engaged in simulated challenging teacher conversations designed to improve the mediocre teacher. This class recognizes the observation and supervision of English Language Learners, Special Needs and Pre-K programs. 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.
  • Max Class Size: 10

101. EDU 5000.01 Foundations of Education

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 9/2/2025 to 12/19/2025

This introductory course provides an overview of the field of American education. It investigates major issues, which have affected learning and teaching in the U.S. Through active class involvement, the learning/teaching dyad, its social, political, economic antecedents and possible consequences are analyzed. 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.
  • Max Class Size: 10