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1. EDAD 5000.01 Schools as Learning Organizations

Program: Manhattanville University - Ed Leadership

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 8/31/2026 to 12/18/2026

This course introduces the basic vision of the MPS program: to develop in participants the ability to view schools and school districts as systems that have the capacity to become Learning Organizations. Researcher Peter Senge's five disciplines (systems thinking, personal mastery, mental models, shared vision, and team learning) are explored in depth with practical applications for participants organizational contexts. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110 before registering. Additional college tuition will be incurred. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment.
  • Max Class Size: 12

2. Greenburgh CSD New Teacher Institute September 10, 2026 - June 2, 2027 (EWTC)

Program: A: Westchester Teacher Center Institute

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

Audience: GCSD New Teachers

Dates: 9/10/2026 to 6/2/2027

Location: Innovation Lab

THIS CLASS IS ONLY OPEN TO NEW TEACHERS IN THE GREENBURGH CSD. All sessions will be held from 3:30 - 5:30PM at the Woodlands MS/HS Innovation Lab. The DATES are as follows: September 10, 2026 October 8, 2026 November 19, 2026 December 10, 2026 (Asynchronous - Mid-Year Reflection (written assignment) January 14, 2027 February 11, 2027 March 4, 2027 April 15, 2027 May 13, 2027 June 2, 2027 ***1 additional hours will be spent on assignments outside of our sessions. *** In case of a snow day, we will meet virtually for that session. **In order to receive the 1 in-service credit from EWTC you MUST attend ALL sessions and complete all assignments.
  • Max Class Size: 40

3. Empowering Teaching Assistants -SRP (10/22/26- 4/8/27)

Program: CTLE/Professional Learning

Location: *Hybrid (*Hybrid, NY)

Dates: 10/22/2026 to 4/8/2027

The 15hr course (12 on Zoom, 3 hrs asynchronous assignments) for will provide Teaching Assistants with tools to empower them in the classroom. October 22 Empowering Teaching Assistants in Classrooms for Students with Disabilities Code: SRPNM20 November 12 Empowering TAs: The IEP: Supporting Student Instruction Code: WKS SRPNMS January 14 Empowering TAs: De-Escalation and Violence Prevention Strategies in Schools Code: WKS SRP4 February 11 Empowering TAs: Cognitive Engagement Code: WKS PROF140 March 11 Empowering TAs: Skills for Effective Speaking and Listening April 8 Empowering TAs Reflection and Goal Setting Code: WKS SRP131 This course is limited to teaching assistants. There will be a Google Classroom set up in conjunction with course. Participants will receive a rockteach email address to participate. Sessions are on Zoom. This program is a special pilot program offered in conjunction with NYSUT ELT. SRPs from RTC member district receive priority registration. A reflection or assignment will be assigned between sessions. Rockland Teachers' Center member districts receive priority registration.
  • Max Class Size: 30

4. Hybrid: Book Study: "White Lies: How the South Lost the Civil War and Rewrote the History" by Ann Bausum, November 9 - December 18, 2026( WTCI)

Program: A: Westchester Teacher Center Institute

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

Dates: 11/9/2026 to 12/18/2026

Location: Hybrid

In this hybrid course, participants will read "White Lies: How the South Lost the Civil War and Rewrote History" by Ann Bausum. The course will provide participants with a more accurate version of history, which will, in turn, allow them to teach the same. We will make connections between the historical context discussed in the book and current educational pedagogy, including media literacy and incorporating primary sources. We will explore resources that support an interdisciplinary approach to the topic. Selections from "Beyond February: Teaching Black History Any Day, Every Day and All Year Long K-3" will be used to modify content for elementary and special teachers. There will be 3 Mandatory Zoom sessions in addition to the 9 hours of asynchronous work on Monday, November 16, 30, and December 14 from 4:30-6:30 pm. Your camera must be on and you must be present on-screen at all times during the Zoom sessions. Participation in the Zoom sessions, including responding to prompts in the chat, is required to receive full credit for the course. PLEASE NOTE: The institute cannot refund a participant once the class has commenced.
  • Max Class Size: 15

5. EDPD 5025.01 - Taking a Constructivist Approach to Teaching

Program: Manhattanville Courses EDPD

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

Dates: 11/12/2026 to 12/18/2026

As educators, we expect our students to "solve problems, think critically, communicate effectively, and collaborate well.” (Gagnon & Collay, 2006) Participants will analyze the effects of effective teaching upon student performance in relation to the criterion above. This weekend will enable participants to develop instructional activities to actively engage students in the learning process and assist students in the development of self-assessment or "metacognition.” Participants will learn how to incorporate research-based methods and techniques in order to achieve a balance between conceptual understanding and procedural knowledge. Participants will develop the tools necessary to create this "balanced approach” to teaching all content areas. Teachers will develop strategies to assist students in "constructing” content knowledge as part of a "meaning-making” process. Required Readings: "Getting to Got It", by Gagnon & Collay.(2006). If you are taking this course for Graduate Credit, participants must also register with Manhattanville University through Instant Enrollment at https://servicehub.mville.edu/Student/InstantEnrollment Email Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org for assistance.
  • Max Class Size: 35

6. EDPD 5990.03 AI and Education: From Conversation to Practice 1 credit course

Program: Manhattanville Courses EDPD

Location: Hybrid (Hybrid, Hy)

Dates: 11/14/2026 to 12/7/2026

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Artificial intelligence is reshaping education and raising important questions about teaching and learning, equity, ethics, assessment, and students' future readiness. This graduate-level course uses The Education Exchange 2026: Together at the Table-Conversations About AI and Education conference as a foundation for examining these issues through multiple perspectives. Through conference participation and guided independent study, students will critically analyze emerging ideas, consider the implications of AI for their professional contexts, and explore strategies for responsible, equitable, and purposeful AI integration. Students will synthesize conference learning, engage with relevant research and resources, and develop a practical, context-specific action brief addressing an AI-related opportunity or challenge in education. The course consists of 15 total learning hours: five hours of conference participation and 10 hours of guided independent study. Students are expected to complete all learning activities and submit the required assignments. *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

7. Together at the Table: Conversations About AI and Education - Education Exchange Conference

Program: CTLE/Professional Learning

Location: *In Person (In Person, NY)

Dates: 11/14/2026

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Educators, leaders, technology professionals, and other stakeholders will join together to help participants experience, question, and examine AI and emerging technology in education at this Education Exchange Conference.
Experience It - Explore AI and emerging technologies through hands-on experiences, demonstrations, and practical applications.
Question It - Engage with the questions, concerns, and challenges surrounding technology, including screen time, student well-being, teaching and learning, and the changing educational landscape.
Examine It - Look more deeply at issues such as ethics, bias, equity, privacy, access, and the implications of AI for schools and society.
A wide variety of session formats, including workshops, demonstrations, facilitated conversations, panels, case studies, and other creative approaches, will contribute to the larger conversation.
Food trucks available or bring your own lunch. Lunch not included.
  • Max Class Size: 75

8. Home Language and Literacy Development of ELLs (11/16-11/19/26)

Program: CTLE/Professional Learning

Location: *Online - Asynchronous (*Online - Asynchronous, NY)

Dates: 11/16/2026 to 11/19/2026

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During this online course experience, participants will explore the importance of home language on literacy development and learn how to foster this language. This course is 3 ENL/CTLE hours and will run through Google Classroom. While there are suggested timelines for work completion, this course does NOT require any synchronous sessions so you may plan your time accordingly. All work is due by the end of the last day of the course. You will receive a Rockland Teacher Center gmail account to participate in this course. Participants print their own CTLE certificate. After the following has been completed, 1. The course officially ends: 2. MLP Evaluation is completed 3. Attendance is confirmed by instructor: 4. Once the MLP admin marks the course complete, participants will be able print their CTLE certificate. Please note that initial class information, including your new RTC gmail, will be sent to the email you have registered on Frontline MLP.
  • Max Class Size: 18

9. Strengthening Home/School Communication (11/16-11/19/26)

Program: CTLE/Professional Learning

Location: *Online - Asynchronous (*Online - Asynchronous, NY)

Dates: 11/16/2026 to 11/19/2026

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During this online course experience, participants will learn how to build home language connections to increase second language acquisition. This course is 3 ENL/CTLE hours and will run through Google Classroom. While there are suggested timelines for work completion, this course does NOT require any synchronous sessions so you may plan your time accordingly. All work is due by the end of the last day of the course. You will receive a Rockland Teachers' 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: 18

10. Google Slides Basic and Hidden Gems (Zoom)

Program: CTLE/Professional Learning

Location: *Online - Synchronous (*Online - Synchronous, NY)

Audience: All school staff

Dates: 11/16/2026

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This session introduces participants to the basics of Google Slides while uncovering powerful, lesser-known features that can elevate presentations. Participants will learn how to create, design, and organize slides, as well as explore helpful tools and "hidden gems” that make presentations more engaging, save time, boost creativity, and enhance overall presentation quality. For All Grades including Special Ed and Related Services. Require to have a Google Account with Google Drive access. Your school account is acceptable or personal. Must use a computer or chromebook to participate.Cell phones can not be used.
  • Max Class Size: 20

11. Explicit Instruction Across the Curriculum: Clarity, Modeling, and Practice with Colleen Congel (11/17 -12/15/26)

Program: CTLE/Professional Learning

Location: *Online - Synchronous (*Online - Synchronous, NY)

Dates: 11/17/2026 to 12/15/2026

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Trained in the instructional practices of Anita Archer, Colleen Congel delivers a high-impact series on Explicit Instruction-a structured, research-based approach that emphasizes clear learning intentions, teacher modeling ("I do”), guided practice ("We do”), and independent application ("You do”). With experience across primary and secondary settings, Colleen will demonstrate how these strategies can elevate instruction in any content area.

Session 1: Clear, Direct, Effective: The Foundations of Explicit Instruction Participants will explore the core elements of the "I do, we do, you do" model, see what effective explicit teaching looks like in action, and leave with a clear picture of how this approach supports student learning across grade levels and content areas

Session 2: Show, Don't Just Tell: Modeling and Breaking Down Complex Skills Students can't do what they can't see. This hands-on session focuses on the "I do" phase: how to break complex skills into manageable steps, write clear and specific learning objectives, and model thinking out loud so students understand not just what to do but how an expert approaches it. Participants will practice crafting think-alouds and worked examples using their own content, and leave with a ready-to-use model for an upcoming lesson.

Session 3: Every Student Responding: Guided Practice and Checking for Understanding How do you know students are actually learning before they're on their own? This session dives into the "we do" and "you do" phases, focusing on high-engagement response strategies, frequent checks for understanding, and timely corrective feedback. Participants will try out practical techniques like choral response, whiteboards, and response cards, learn how to decide when students are ready for independent practice, and explore how to build in review strategies that helps learning stick.
NYSALL training
  • Max Class Size: 25

12. Epilepsy and Seizure First Aid - Zoom

Program: CTLE/Professional Learning

Location: *Online - Synchronous (*Online - Synchronous, NY) - Zoom

Audience: All

Dates: 11/17/2026

Location: Zoom

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Epilepsy is the fourth most common neurological disease after migraines, strokes, and Alzheimer's. The Epilepsy Foudation reports that 1 out of and 26 people will experience a seizure in their lifetime. Join Michelle Quinn of Capabilities Partnership as she discusses some of the known causes and types of seizures, how to recognize a seizure, and how to safely administer general First Aid for Seizures.
  • Max Class Size: 25

13. How to Create a Winning Classroom Culture

Program: Inservice

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

Dates: 11/17/2026 to 1/19/2027

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Based upon the book You Win the Locker Room First by Jon Gordon and Mike Smith, participants will learn and apply the "7 C's” to transform classrooms into positive, engaging environments. In line with an educator's mission to educate the whole child, participants will develop strategies to teach students how to: become better communicators, be more empathetic, and become better citizens. As classroom/school leaders, educators will learn ways to connect with students on a whole new level; making classroom cultures nurturing and engaging. Required Readings: " You Win the Locker Room First", by Gordon and Smith (2015). For information contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org.
  • Max Class Size: 60

14. RTC Elementary Math Professional Learning Community (11/17- 3/23/27)

Program: CTLE/Professional Learning

Location: Zoom (Zoom, Zo)

Audience: elementary, middle school and preservice teachers, TAs, and math coaches/instructional leaders.

Dates: 11/17/2026 to 3/23/2027

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Participants engage in discussions centered on mathematics concepts, instructional models, emerging trends, and effective teaching practices that support student learning. Topics vary each year and are driven by the needs, interests, and goals of the PLC members, ensuring relevant and meaningful professional growth. The PLC also provides opportunities to network with colleagues, exchange ideas and resources, and build a supportive community of educators committed to strengthening elementary mathematics instruction.The Rockland Teachers' Center Elementary PLC is a collaborative professional learning community for K-6 teachers, teaching assistants, math coaches, and preservice teachers.
  • Max Class Size: 20

15. Wednesday Readers Book Club on Wednesday, 11/18 at 10:00 at CITY LINE CAFE, NEW CITY, (NOT FOR CTLE OR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT)

Program: Center for Active and Retired

Location: ZOOM AT HOME (ZOOM, NY)

Dates: 11/18/2026

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Join us for a discussion of the book The Faith Club:A Muslim, A Christian, A Jew: Three Women Search for Understanding by Ranya Tabari Idly, Suzanne Oliver, Priscilla Warner on Wednesday, November18 at 10:00 AM at City Line, New City Join us for an interesting and thoughtful discussion. To receive the summary and the questions in a timely manner, please register by 11/12.
  • Max Class Size: 15

16. Incorporating Desmos into the Math and other Classes

Program: CTLE/Professional Learning

Location: *Online - Synchronous (*Online - Synchronous, NY)

Audience: Middle School and High School Teachers

Dates: 11/18/2026

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This workshop will look at ways to integrate Desmos, a free online graphing calculator that is now the embedded calculator for the AP and SAT exams and can be approved for use on NYS Regents Exams, into your classes. It is capable of bringing ideas like Graphing Functions AND Non-Functions, Statistics, Regression Analysis, Polar Coordinates and even Calculus into a very clear format. Whether you are a first time user or have used it before, you will leave with something you can use in math and other classes this year!
  • Max Class Size: 20

17. Principles in Action

Program: Inservice

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

Dates: 11/18/2026 to 1/20/2027

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In his inaugural address in January 2009, President Obama talked about the "price and promise of citizenship.” In this course, participants will develop lessons, skills and strategies to engage their students in a democratic learning process. Participants will lead their students to deeper understandings of the values of democratic principles set forth by our president; "hard work and honesty, courage and fair play, tolerance and curiosity, loyalty and patriotism.” Participants will think deeply about American schools and the purpose of education. While we consider larger societal issues, the instructor will facilitate applications from theories and wider issues that participants can utilize directly in their respective classrooms. This class is a call to action; to make our children not only better students, but better citizens. Required Readings: "Beyond Discipline", by Kohn, Aflie (2006); "The Pact", by Davis, Jenkins, & Hunt (2002). For information contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org.
  • Max Class Size: 60

18. Child and Teen Anxiety

Session Code: 16:ENGAGE PARENTFAMCOMM

Program: STAR

Location: *Online - Synchronous (*Online - Synchronous, NY)

Dates: 11/18/2026

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Struggling to understand why your child is experiencing anxiety and how to help? This session will help parents better understand the environment and experiential causes of anxiety, how anxiety presents at different ages, and will include a variety of strategies to help. Facilitators from Engage Psychotherapy, Align Intergrative Psychotherapy, Kristin Gallo-Bridges LCSW, and Hudson View Mental Health in conjunction with Rockland Mommies *OG* Facebook group. The session is organized by and presented by professional therapists.
  • Max Class Size: 30

19. Making Google Slides Magical (Zoom)

Program: CTLE/Professional Learning

Location: *Online - Synchronous (*Online - Synchronous, NY)

Audience: All staff

Dates: 11/23/2026

Take Google Slides to the to the next level in Making Google Slides Magical. This session goes beyond the basics to explore creative tools and techniques that make slides truly stand out. Participants will learn how to design visually engaging slides using custom backgrounds, add and edit images, and remove image backgrounds for a clean, professional look. The session also covers creating eye-catching titles with text generator tools, manipulating clipart, embedding YouTube videos, and more. By exploring both core features and powerful hidden tools, participants will gain the skills to create dynamic, organized, and engaging classroom lesson presentations. Required to have a Google Account with Google Drive access. Your school or personal account is acceptable. Must use a computer or chromebook to participate. Cell phones can not be used.
  • Max Class Size: 20

20. Book Besties Book Club on 11/24/26 on ZOOM (NOT FOR CTLE OR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT)

Program: Center for Active and Retired

Location: ZOOM AT HOME (ZOOM, NY)

Dates: 11/24/2026

Join us for a discussion of the book In the Family Way by Laney Katz Becker. Please join us in an interesting and thought provoking discussion on Zoom. To receive the summary and the questions in a timely manner, please register by 11/18.
  • Max Class Size: 15

21. Hybrid: Edith Winthrop Teacher Center Educators' Fall/Winter Book Club, November 30, 2026 - January 15, 2027 (EWTC)

Program: A: Westchester Teacher Center Institute

Audience: All staff, teachers and administrators

Dates: 11/30/2026 to 1/15/2027

Location: Hybrid

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This Free class is only open to consortium members. For the Fall/Winter Book Club, we will read "Pedagogies of Voice: Street Data and the Path to Student Agency" by Shane Safir, Marlo Bagsik, Sawsan Jaber, and Crystal M. Watson. This book explores how educators can foster student agency through four key areas: Identity, Belonging, Inquiry, and Efficacy. Readers will gain practical strategies for creating classrooms that honor student voice, strengthen engagement, and cultivate belonging. What to expect: All participants are asked to purchase the book before the start of the book club cycle All participants are asked to read the book and come prepared for book discussions across three live mandatory Zoom meetings: Thursday, December 3rd - 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. (Discussion will be on pages vii-xxxiv and Chapters 1-4) Thursday, December 17th - 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. (Discussion will be on Chapters 5-7) Thursday, January 7th - 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. (Discussion will be on Chapters 8-10, Integrative Case Study and Epilogue) All participants are required to do three asynchronous assignments after each live Zoom discussion. Your camera must be on and you must be present on-screen at all times during the Zoom sessions. Participation in the Zoom sessions, including responding to prompts in the chat, is required to receive full credit for the course.
  • Max Class Size: 30

22. Online: Tech Bytes: Digital Resources to Make Your Lessons Pop, November 30 - December 20, 2026 (WTCI)

Program: A: Westchester Teacher Center Institute

Audience: Teachers K-12

Dates: 11/30/2026 to 12/20/2026

Location: Online

Digital resources can increase students' motivation, classroom engagement and can be used with a wide variety of learners. In this online course, we will explore digital literacy resources, virtual field trips, interactive museums, and digital tools to enhance classroom instruction. Students will have access to these resources at any time and can set their own pace when working through activities. Teachers, with these digital (paperless) resources in their toolbox, can enhance their lesson plans while, at the same time, give students a chance to be creative and more actively engaged in the classroom. PLEASE NOTE: The institute cannot refund a participant once the class has commenced.
  • Max Class Size: 20

23. Using Cognates with English Language Learners (11/30-12/3/26)

Program: CTLE/Professional Learning

Location: *Online - Asynchronous (*Online - Asynchronous, NY)

Dates: 11/30/2026 to 12/3/2026

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A word is cognate with another if both are derived from the same word in another language. During this online course experience, participants will explore how the use of cognates support English Language Learning and how to explore the effect of false cognates. This course is 3 ENL/CTLE hours and will run through Google Classroom. While there are suggested timelines for work completion, this course does NOT require any synchronous sessions so you may plan your time accordingly. All work is due by the end of the last day of the course. You will receive a Rockland Teachers' 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: 18

24. Navigating through Google Classroom (Zoom)

Program: CTLE/Professional Learning

Location: *Online - Synchronous (*Online - Synchronous, NY)

Audience: All staff

Dates: 11/30/2026

This session provides a guided walkthrough of Google Classroom, helping participants confidently navigate its features and tools. Participants will learn how to access and set up a classroom, manage classwork and assignments, communicate with students, and stay organized throughout the school year. By the end of the session, users will have a clear understanding of how to efficiently use Google Classroom to support instruction and streamline classroom management. For All Grades including Special Ed and Related Services. Required to have a Google Account with Google Drive access. Your school or personal account is acceptable. Must use a computer or chromebook to participate. Cell phones can not be used.
  • Max Class Size: 20

25. Math Fact Fluency Unlocked: Moving Beyond Speed to Build Lasting Number Sense (Zoom)

Program: CTLE/Professional Learning

Location: *Online - Synchronous (*Online - Synchronous, NY)

Audience: Grades 2-8

Dates: 12/1/2026

Participants will be able to redefine fact fluency in their own classroom - shifting from speed-based practice to strategy-based instruction, assessing their students' fluency in ways that reveal true understanding, and building systems that make fluency visible, differentiated, and sustained for every learner they teach;Fact fluency is one of the most misunderstood goals in math education - too often reduced to speed and memorization rather than strategy and understanding. This two-hour workshop introduces Fact Fluency Unlocked, a 10-move framework for redefining fluency and building the practices that develop it. Participants leave ready to make fluency visible, personalize practice, and build a fluency culture that lasts.
  • Max Class Size: 40

26. ENL and SEL(12/7-12/10/26)

Program: CTLE/Professional Learning

Location: *Online - Asynchronous (*Online - Asynchronous, NY)

Dates: 12/7/2026 to 12/10/2026

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During this course participants will learn how to use SEL and ENL students. Although SEL is widely used, there are specific strategies that support ENL students and their learning directly. Participants will be exposed to these strategies and learn how to apply them to 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 Teachers' 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: 18

27. Teachers Positively Impacting Student Learning: The Three E's of Engagement, Efficacy and Empathy

Program: Inservice

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

Dates: 12/10/2026 to 2/19/2027

Participants in this course will investigate ways to impact student behavior and learning by focusing on the Three E's of Engagement, Efficacy and Empathy. Reading and activities will focus explicitly on ways to engage students and to instill in them the confidence in their own ability to succeed. Participants will work collaboratively to develop goals that are SMART: Strategic, Measurable, Attainable, Results-orientated and Timely. Based upon the work of Marzano, participants will design student-centered activities that involve high energy, friendly competition and self-monitoring. These activities will focus on helping students to make sense of information on their own so that the learning is meaningful and the knowledge is more likely to be retained. Finally, teachers will explore ways to help their students to see the connections between hard work and success in school and life. For information contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org.
  • Max Class Size: 60

28. Using Music to Increase Second Language Acquisition (12/14-12/17/26)

Program: CTLE/Professional Learning

Location: *Online - Asynchronous (*Online - Asynchronous, NY)

Dates: 12/14/2026 to 12/17/2026

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During this online course experience, participants will explore how the use of music increases second language acquisition for English language learners. 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 Teachers' 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: 18

29. Brave Spaces: The SRPs Role in Equity (SRP)

Program: CTLE/Professional Learning

Location: *Online - Synchronous (*Online - Synchronous, NY)

Dates: 12/14/2026

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Participants will explore the important role School-Related Professionals play in creating an equitable environment of respect and rapport. Through discussion and reflection, participants will identify practical strategies for fostering positive relationships, promoting belonging, and supporting environments where students feel safe, respected, and comfortable taking risks. This training is limited to Teaching Assistants and other SRPs. Rockland Teachers' Center member districts receive priority registration. NYSUT course WKS SRP114
  • Max Class Size: 30

30. Wednesday Readers Book Club on Wednesday, 12/16 at 10:00 at CITY LINE CAFE, NEW CITY, (NOT FOR CTLE OR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT)

Program: Center for Active and Retired

Location: ZOOM AT HOME (ZOOM, NY)

Dates: 12/16/2026

Join us for a discussion of the book The Left and the Lucky by Willy Vlautin on Wednesday,December 16 at 10:00 AM at City Line, New City Join us for an interesting and thoughtful discussion. To receive the summary and the questions in a timely manner, please register by 12/9.
  • Max Class Size: 15

31. Book Besties Book Club on 12/29/26 on ZOOM (NOT FOR CTLE OR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT)

Program: Center for Active and Retired

Location: ZOOM AT HOME (ZOOM, NY)

Dates: 12/29/2026

Join us for a discussion of the book All Carry by Gene Wojciechowski. Please join us in an interesting and thought provoking discussion on Zoom. To receive the summary and the questions in a timely manner, please register by 12/18.
  • Max Class Size: 15

32. EDU 5001.01 Apply Multisensory Phonics - 1 Credit

Program: Manhattanville - EDU

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 1/4/2027 to 1/15/2027

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Understanding the sounds, symbols, and structure of the English Language are fundamental components of providing effective literacy instruction. This course is designed to introduce the principles of phonics, including the origins of the English Language, morphology, phonemes, syllable types, common spelling patterns and an introduction to multisensory teaching. Students in this class will use their newfound knowledge about phonics to plan lessons, as well as assess and evaluate student work. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110 before registering. Additional college tuition will be incurred. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment.
  • Max Class Size: 15

33. NYSUT Science of Reading (1/6-1/20/27)

Program: CTLE/Professional Learning

Location: *Hybrid (*Hybrid, NY)

Dates: 1/6/2027 to 1/20/2027

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All school staff are invited to participate in this 30 hr NYSUT course. Gain a deep understanding of the Science of Reading framework: the interdisciplinary body of research from cognitive science, neuroscience, linguistics and education that describes how children develop reading and writing skills. Learn practical, classroom-ready strategies for teaching phonological awareness, systematic phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension - strategies educators report implementing almost immediately after learning them. Discover tools to integrate current research into everyday instruction, including approaches for supporting multilingual learners and students with disabilities. Gain confidence to align your literacy instruction with New York State Education Department guidelines, backed by a curriculum developed in direct collaboration with NYSED.10-module structure with live synchronous sessions on Zoom; asynchronous modules are completed on your own time between Zoom sessions. Dual registration with NYSUT required.
  • Max Class Size: 20

34. Strengthening Teacher Efficacy Through MTSS and PLCs with Heather Silvia (1/7 -2/4/27)

Program: CTLE/Professional Learning

Location: *Online - Synchronous (*Online - Synchronous, NY)

Dates: 1/7/2027 to 2/4/2027


Heather Silvia brings her expertise in Multi-Tiered Systems of Support and Professional Learning Communities to focus on one of the most powerful drivers of student success: teacher efficacy. This series will explore how collaborative structures, data-informed practices, and aligned support systems can empower educators, improve instruction, and accelerate student outcomes.

Session 1: Building Collective Teacher Efficacy Through PLCs. Explore how strong Professional Learning Communities create the conditions for teachers to believe in their collective impact on student learning. Participants will examine the connection between collaboration, shared responsibility, data analysis, and high levels of learning for all students while identifying structures that strengthen team effectiveness and instructional coherence. This will be explored through the lens of the 3 Big Ideas of a PLC.

Session 2: Aligning MTSS Systems to Strengthen Instruction and Student Outcomes This session focuses on how leaders and teacher teams can align MTSS structures to ensure every student receives timely, targeted, and effective support. Participants will learn how to use evidence-aligned practices, collaborative problem-solving, and instructional decision-making to increase teacher confidence, improve consistency across tiers, and accelerate student achievement. This will be explored through the lens of the 4 Questions of a PLC.

Session 3: From Collaboration to Impact: Empowering Teachers Through Data-Informed Practice Participants will examine how meaningful collaboration and purposeful use of data can transform instructional practice and increase teacher efficacy. This session highlights practical routines for analyzing student evidence, responding to learner needs, and creating a culture where educators feel empowered, supported, and capable of producing measurable results for all students. This will be explored through the curricula of ELA, Math, SEL and PBIS.
NYSALL training
  • Max Class Size: 25

35. Online: Executive Functioning Strategies that Support Stronger School Communities, January 11 - February 19, 2027 (WTCI)

Program: A: Westchester Teacher Center Institute

Audience: All Educators

Dates: 1/11/2027 to 2/19/2027

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

36. Hybrid: AI integration in the Classroom 2.0 (1/11 -2/8/27)

Program: CTLE/Professional Learning

Location: Hybrid (Hybrid, Hy)

Dates: 1/11/2027 to 2/8/2027

This 15 hr hybrid course is designed for teachers who already have some experience working with AI. This course will start with a discussion of the ethics surrounding AI and the implications it has for our students, or jobs and society as a whole. The following weeks will be spent doing deep dives into single platforms and focusing on mastering advanced features of a select group of AI platforms. We will explore their tools for lesson design, student engagement and assessment.
  • Max Class Size: 20

37. The Autism Project in Partnership with Brown University (1/12-2/9/27)

Program: CTLE/Professional Learning

Location: *Online - Synchronous (*Online - Synchronous, NY)

Dates: 1/12/2027 to 2/9/2027


Session 1: Exploring Autism: A Deep Dive Build a foundational understanding of autism, including characteristics, strengths, and variability across the spectrum.

Session 2: Sensing Our World Examine sensory processing and its impact on student behavior and learning, with strategies to create supportive environments.

Session 3: Proactive Behavior Supports Learn how to design and implement proactive, evidence-based behavior supports that reduce challenges and increase student independence.
NYSALL training
  • Max Class Size: 25

38. Hybrid Author Book Study: Activate Math! Using Movement to Spark Engagement & Ignite Learning (1/12/27-2/9/27)

Program: CTLE/Professional Learning

Location: *Hybrid (*Hybrid, NY)

Dates: 1/12/2027 to 2/9/2027

This book study workshop with the author examines the book "Activate Math!" and its movement-based elementary mathematics instructional methodology. Through close readings, collaborative discussions, and engaging assignments/activities around the contents of this book, participants will learn about the importance of movement for learning and development, both physically and academically. In addition to learning about the science behind the kinesthetic methodology, participants will also learn various implementation methods, advocacy strategies, and activities regarding the integration of movement into the daily routines of the classroom to burgeon students' math competencies and participation. 10 hours synchronous and 5 hrs asynchronous. Participants must secure a copy of Activate Math! Using Movement to Spark Engagement & Ignite Learning by Suzy Koontz and Kirby Schoephoerster before the course begins. 15 hrs course - 10 hours synchronous on Zoom and 5 asynchronous. The Asynchronous portion will be delivered in Google Classroom. This trainings is co-sponsored by the Rockland County School Health and Wellness Coalition (RCSHWC).
  • Max Class Size: 20

39. Using Culture as a Bridge to Support ELL Success (SRP)

Program: CTLE/Professional Learning

Location: *Online - Synchronous (*Online - Synchronous, NY)

Dates: 1/12/2027

Tailored to the role of teaching assistants and other school-related professionals (SRPs), this 2-hour seminar explores how culture can be a powerful bridge to connection, belonging, and academic success for English Language Learners (ELLs). Through engaging activities, reflection, and practical examples, participants will examine how students' cultural identities and experiences can become valuable resources for learning. This training is limited to Teaching Assistants and other SRPs and is offered in collaboration with NYSUT ELT. Course Code WKS SRPNM29. New member training. All Teaching Assistants are welcome to attend.
  • Max Class Size: 40

40. AMTNYS High School Math Network (Zoom)

Program: CTLE/Professional Learning

Location: *Online - Synchronous (*Online - Synchronous, NY)

Dates: 1/12/2027 to 5/11/2027

Join NYSED leaders and teachers/teacher leaders at High School grade level from across the state as we explore NYSED resources, discuss curriculum issues and trends, and network with fellow educators and friends. Great opportunity to develop partnerships and share ideas with colleagues throughout the state. Facilitated by AMTNYS HS Grade level Reps.
  • Max Class Size: 50

41. FREE EWTC WEBINAR: "Teach for Authentic Engagement", Thursday, January 14 or Saturday, January 16, 2027 (EWTC)

Program: A: Westchester Teacher Center Institute

Audience: Open to all Educators

Dates: 1/14/2027 to 1/16/2027

Location: Webinar

New
Join the Edith Winthrop Teacher Center for an interactive Zoom webinar with Lauren Porosoff, educator, author, and founder of "The Teacher Nerd". Explore how to move beyond student compliance and design learning experiences that foster authentic engagement. Through engaging discussion protocols, participants will discover practical strategies to encourage meaningful student participation and create more engaging classroom experiences. CTLE hours are available. Date/Time: Thursday, January 14, 6:00-7:00 PM OR Saturday, January 16, 9:00-10:00 AM ONCE REGISTERED, YOU WILL RECEIVE A ZOOM LINK AND MAY ATTEND EITHER SESSION.
  • Max Class Size: 100

42. Beyond Setup: Advanced Tools & Data-Driven Instruction in Google Classroom (1/14-2/18/27)

Program: CTLE/Professional Learning

Location: *Online - Asynchronous (*Online - Asynchronous, NY)

Dates: 1/14/2027 to 2/18/2027

This 5-week, fully online, asynchronous course builds on the foundational skills learned in Part 1. In this advanced course, teachers explore powerful Google tools that enhance instruction, assessment, differentiation, and data analysis. Participants will learn how to use Practice Sets for targeted support, explore Gemini for AI-assisted planning, leverage NotebookLM for research and content organization, utilize Google's built-in audio and video recording tools, and analyze student performance using Google Classroom Analytics. By the end of the course, teachers will have integrated advanced tools into their classroom to increase engagement, personalize learning, and make data-informed instructional decisions.
  • Max Class Size: 20

43. Whose Stories Are Told? Women and the American Story: Women and the Colonial Period

Program: CTLE/Professional Learning

Location: *Online - Synchronous (*Online - Synchronous, NY)

Dates: 1/14/2027

Women & the American Story (WAMS), an initiative of The New York Historical, is a free digital curriculum that brings women's voices and experiences into the teaching of American history. In this interactive workshop, participants will explore WAMS resources and learn strategies for incorporating primary sources, images, works of art, objects, and life stories into social studies instruction. Using resources focused on women during the Colonial period, participants will engage in historical and visual inquiry strategies that ask students to observe, interpret evidence, and make inferences about the past. Participants will leave with free, classroom-ready resources and strategies they can use to make women's experiences a more integral part of American history instruction.
  • Max Class Size: 30

44. EDPD 5040.01 Responding to Literature with Power

Program: Manhattanville Courses EDPD

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 1/19/2027 to 3/26/2027

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 U through Instant Enrollment for registration to be considered complete. 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

45. EDU 5205 Culture, Lit, Literacy in SL

Program: Manhattanville - EDU

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 1/19/2027 to 5/7/2027

New
Focus on developing methods for sensitizing and guiding students from awareness to appreciation of a second language/culture. Prepare required lesson and unit plans for teaching both culture and literature. Field experience required. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 8

46. EDAD 5040.01 School District Leadership

Program: Manhattanville University - Ed Leadership

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 1/19/2027 to 5/7/2027

New
This course will focus on the evolving and diversified role of the school district central office to promote student achievement and continuous organizational improvement. Applying theoretical frameworks to practical realities, the focus will be on identifying those processes and practices through which the school district leaders can successfully work with boards of education and engage district stakeholders in actualizing a shared vision and promoting higher levels of student learning in its many dimensions. Topics will include strategic planning, problem-solving, organizational culture, organizational communication, and public relations. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 10

47. EDAD 5200.01 Issues & Trends in Curriculum

Program: Manhattanville University - Ed Leadership

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 1/19/2027 to 5/7/2027

New
This course examines contextual issues and current trends school and district leaders should consider when implementing local, state and/or nationally adopted standards and curriculums. Standards and curriculums will be examined by evaluating the structure and content of the curriculum, the effectiveness of the delivery system, its overall alignment with the school system's learning priorities, and the corresponding teacher professional development. Effective instructional design that supports differentiation, integrates learning and child development theories, and proven "best practices" will be emphasized. The course seeks to instill a mindset that instructional leaders must come from a base of teaching excellence. An action research project will provide a valuable learning opportunity to apply research-based practices to support an identified school or classroom-based need. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 20

48. EDAD 5221.01 Human Resources

Program: Manhattanville University - Ed Leadership

Location: Manhattanville University (Purchase, NY)

Dates: 1/19/2027 to 5/7/2027

New
This course combines an introduction to sound business practices in schools that includes basic accounting and budget procedures and provides an overview of basic personnel functions such as hiring, supervision, termination, and collective bargaining. The influence of larger contextual issues that include economic, political, and demographic factors in the financing of education will be explored. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 10

49. EDAD 5505.01 School Building and District Internship

Program: Manhattanville University - Ed Leadership

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 1/19/2027 to 5/7/2027

New
The School Building and District 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 administrator. Bi-monthly 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 complete a minimum of 400 hours in a public or non-public school setting. Students in full-time employment should be able to complete this requirement in their own schools or districts by arranging a special schedule with their principal, head of school, or superintendent. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 10

50. EDPD 5022.01 Responding to Historical Fiction with Power

Program: Manhattanville Courses EDPD

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 1/19/2027 to 3/23/2027

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

51. EDPD 5038 Advanced Literacy: Applying Science of Reading in Secondary Classrooms (Grades 6-12)

Program: Manhattanville Courses EDPD

Location: Hybrid (Hybrid, Hy)

Dates: 1/19/2027 to 3/23/2027

This course bridges the gap between foundational reading research and secondary instructional practices. Designed for middle and high school educators across content areas (ELA, Social Studies, Science, Math, and Special Education), this course explores the cognitive science behind how adolescent students process complex text. Participants will study the advanced demands of Scarborough's Reading Rope, focusing heavily on morphology, advanced academic vocabulary routines, syntax, and sentence mechanics. Furthermore, educators will learn to embed strategic schema-building, text-structure analysis, and structured summarizing models directly into secondary disciplinary curricula to support struggling readers and enhance text comprehension for all students. *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

52. EDU 5026.01 Literacy in the Content Areas

Program: Manhattanville - EDU

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 1/19/2027 to 5/7/2027

New
Learn to build literacy skills in different content areas, developing strategies based on current theory and practice in teaching listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Candidates acquire an integrated and balanced approach for improving students' literacy development at the elementary, middle, and high school levels. Field experience required. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 10

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

Program: Manhattanville - EDU

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 1/19/2027 to 5/7/2027

New
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. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 10

54. EDU 5098.01 Literacy Practicum

Program: Manhattanville - EDU

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 1/19/2027 to 5/7/2027

New
Candidates work with children who have a variety of literacy needs in a supervised, clinical setting. Emphasis is placed on: a sound understanding of the reading and writing processes; the effect of teacher theoretical orientation to literacy assessment, instruction, choice of materials and students' view of reading and writing. Field experience required. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 5

55. EDU 5107.01 Childhood Mathematics Methods

Program: Manhattanville - EDU

Location: Manhattanville University (Purchase, NY)

Dates: 1/19/2027 to 5/7/2027

New
This course is designed to introduce teacher candidates to the content and current methods of teaching mathematics in elementary schools. It examines key concepts, strategies, and skills in the elementary school mathematics curriculum. Topics include theory, content included in the elementary mathematics curriculum (number sense, estimation and mental computation, place value, development of algorithms, algebraic reasoning, fractions, decimals, ratios, percents, probability, data analysis, geometry, and measurement), planning instruction, assessment, and the use of technology in the classroom. The course is also situated in a wider context by addressing state and national standards in elementary school mathematics. Interactive lectures, discussion, group work and presentations, inquiry-based methods, and field experience are used to explore and master course objectives. Required Texts: "Elementary and Middle School Mathematics: Teaching Developmentally”, Eighth Edition, by J.A. Van de Walle, K.S. Karp, J.M. Bay-Williams; "Field Experience Guide for Elementary and Middle School Mathematics: Teaching Developmentally, Fourth Edition, by J.M. Bay-Williams. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 25

56. EDU 5108.01 Childhood Science Methods

Program: Manhattanville - EDU

Location: Manhattanville University (Purchase, NY)

Dates: 1/19/2027 to 5/7/2027

New
This course is designed to provide an overview of the field of special education. The objectives are to make the teacher-candidate more aware of federal and state special education laws which provide for the identification of individuals with disabilities, the process of determining entitlements to special education services, and the models of teaching that provide for educating the child in the least restrictive environment (LRE) under the umbrella of IDEA and NCLB. The importance of inclusive education and the use of Response to Intervention (RtI) are also addressed. The course provides an overview of theories, diagnostic procedures, and remedial teaching strategies which address students with the broad spectrum of ELNs including: learning disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, physical disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, intellectual disabilities, other health impaired, and low incidence disabilities (deaf/hearing impaired, blind/visually impaired). 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. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 10

57. EDU 5130.01 Classroom Management for Special Education

Program: Manhattanville - EDU

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 1/19/2027 to 5/7/2027

New
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. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 5

58. EDU 5130.02 Classroom Management for Special Education

Program: Manhattanville - EDU

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 1/19/2027 to 5/7/2027

New
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. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 5

59. EDU 5201.01 Principles of Language Learning and Teaching

Program: Manhattanville - TESOL

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 1/19/2027 to 5/7/2027

New
Explore recent research on the psychological, cultural, and related factors that influence the acquisition of a second language, including: linguistics and cognition, first- and second-language acquisition and social and affective variables in language learning. A foundation course is taken at or near the beginning of the program. Field experience required. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 7

60. 5046.01 Foundations of Dyslesia

Program: Manhattanville - EDU

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 1/19/2027 to 5/7/2027

New
This blended online course provides students with an introduction to the nature and needs of students with dyslexia. This course addresses dyslexia's neurobiological origins, its effect on language and literacy development, and variations in the processing and development of the various elements of language and literacy among students with and without dyslexia. This course addresses Knowledge and Practice Standards for Teachers of Reading set forth by the International Dyslexia Association. Enrollment is open only to matriculated Manhattanville students. 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. If you have any questions, please contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110 before registering.
  • Max Class Size: 10

61. EDU 5013.01 Math for the Learning Disabled Student

Program: Manhattanville - EDU

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 1/19/2027 to 5/7/2027

New
This course is designed to introduce teacher candidates to a variety of strategies for teaching mathematics to the elementary and middle school learning disabled student. A good knowledge of mathematics is increasingly important in our world. Manual computation as well as computers will continue to play an important role in children's lives. The ability to understand and solve naturally occurring problems is increasingly a prized attribute. The array of activities and methods will assist you in differentiating your lessons to fit your special education class. You will become familiar with the latest research as well as the newest manipulatives to enhance your teaching skills. Required Text: "Teaching Mathematics to Students with Learning Disabilities” by Nancy S. Bley & Carol A Thornton, Fourth Edition. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110 before registering. Additional college tuition will be incurred. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment.
  • Max Class Size: 15

62. EDU 5083.01 Assessment of Students with Learning and Behavior Problems

Program: Manhattanville - EDU

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 1/19/2027 to 5/7/2027

New
This course is designed to provide an intensive study of the assessment process as it relates to the special education teacher. Students will learn the purpose of assessment, measurement concepts and technical adequacy and experience how to administer and interpret test data. Students will explore ways to communicate assessment information and assessment issues related to I.D.E.A. The focus will be on a combination of formal and informal assessment strategies. Teacher candidates will prepare a final report dealing with a comprehensive assessment to include the creation of an I.E.P. for a student with a disability. As part of a formative process, the required portfolio will be reviewed as part of the course. Field experience required. Recommended Textbook: Pierangelo, R. & Giuliani, G. (2022). Assessment in special education: A practical approach (6th ed.) Saddle River, NJ: Pearson ***In addition, please be aware of the following: Special Education in New York State for Children Ages 3-21: A Parent's Guide The University of the State of New York, The State Education Department for Special Education Services, Albany, NY 12234. You can access this guide by going to: http://www.p12.nysed.gov/specialed/publications/policy/parentsguide.pdf. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 25

63. EDU 5200.01 Structure of English

Program: Manhattanville - TESOL

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 1/19/2027 to 5/7/2027

New
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. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 20

64. EDU.5112/13.01 Childhood Social Studies Methods

Program: Manhattanville - EDU

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 1/19/2027 to 5/7/2027

New
Focus on the integration of elementary school social studies and fine arts in an interdisciplinary teaching context. Field experience required. Enrollment is restricted to students admitted to an Advanced Certification or Master's degree program. Additional college tuition will be incurred. For questions, contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates.
  • Max Class Size: 5

65. Best Practices for ENL: The SIOP Model (1/20-2/25/27)

Program: Online Academy

Location: *Online - Asynchronous (*Online - Asynchronous, NY)

Dates: 1/20/2027 to 2/25/2027

This 15 hour course, which will run through Google Classroom, is designed to prepare educators to teach English New Language students using The SIOP Model. The SIOP Model (Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol) is a research-based, instructional model that is highly effective in addressing the academic needs of English learners. This course will include an exploration into The SIOP Model components: Lesson Prep, Building Background, Comprehensible Input, Strategies, Interaction, Practice/Application, Lesson Delivery and Review/Evaluation. Participants will learn how the The SIOP Model works and learn strategies to work with students across all content areas. While there are suggested timelines for work completion, this course does NOT require any synchronous sessions so you may plan your course completion time accordingly. All work is due by the end of the last day of the course. You will receive a Rockland Teacher Center gmail account to participate in this course a few days before the start date. RTCI/WTCI course
  • Max Class Size: 20

66. Beyond the Classroom: Strategies to Engage Families in Learning (01/20/2027-2/25/27)

Program: Online Academy

Location: *Online - Asynchronous (*Online - Asynchronous, NY)

Dates: 1/20/2027 to 2/25/2027

Family engagement is a key factor in student success, yet many educators face challenges in building meaningful, lasting partnerships with families. This asynchronous 15-hour course equips educators with practical strategies to foster strong connections with families, create inclusive communication practices, support home learning, and develop sustainable engagement initiatives. 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. This course will be delivered in Google Classroom. A rockteach email address will be assigned to all participants. RTCI/WTCI course.
  • Max Class Size: 20

67. Book Study: The Power of Moments- Why Certain Experiences Have Extraordinary Impact (1/20-2/25/27)

Program: Online Academy

Location: *Online - Asynchronous (*Online - Asynchronous, NY)

Dates: 1/20/2027 to 2/25/2027

Participants will take a deep dive into the book, "The Power of Moments” and discover how important it is for people to create lifetime moments and experiences for others. This includes teachers and principals creating lasting memories for pivotal transition moments, such as the first day of work, the first day of school, graduation, reading 100 books or passing a test. We will have journal entries and a discussion board to discuss each chapter and how it relates to us as teachers. We will discuss the key factors that define pivotal moments and how to create them for others and ourselves. Moments have the ability to define and change our lives. Required Text: The Power of Moments- Why Certain Experiences Have Extraordinary Impact by Chip Heath and Dan Heath Participants must secure a copy of the book or ebook prior to the start of the course. RTCI/WTCI Course
  • Max Class Size: 20

68. Canva in the Classroom: Creating Interactive Lessons Plans (1/20-2/25/27)

Program: Online Academy

Location: *Online - Asynchronous (*Online - Asynchronous, NY)

Dates: 1/20/2027 to 2/25/2027

Participants, who already have a baseline knowledge of Canva, will be able to level up their teaching with this 15 hour asynchronous 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 delivered 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 will NOT provide Canva subscriptions to participants.
RTCI/WTCI course
  • Max Class Size: 20

69. Digital Literacy: Designing Lessons and Units That Meaningfully Embed Technology (1/20-2/25/27)

Program: Online Academy

Location: *Online - Asynchronous (*Online - Asynchronous, NY)

Dates: 1/20/2027 to 2/25/2027

Educators will purposefully and effectively integrate digital technology into lesson and unit design in this 15hr asynchronous course. Grounded in research-based instructional frameworks, the course guides participants through a step-by-step design process that blends pedagogy and technology to enhance student learning. Participants will learn to apply Backward Design to align technology with learning outcomes, use Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles to ensure accessibility and engagement, and apply scaffolding techniques to support diverse learners in digital environments. Through storyboarding, educators will visualize and organize technology-enhanced instruction, and finally, use frameworks like SAMR and TPACK to evaluate the impact of their technology choices. By the end of the course, participants will design a fully developed, technology-integrated lesson or unit that demonstrates intentional planning, inclusivity, and meaningful use of digital tools. This course supports educators in developing 21st-century instructional design skills that promote creativity, collaboration, and digital fluency for both teachers and students. RTCI/WTCI course
  • Max Class Size: 20

70. Integrating Social & Emotional Learning in the K-12 Classroom (1/20- 2/25/27)

Program: Online Academy

Location: *Online - Asynchronous (*Online - Asynchronous, NY)

Dates: 1/20/2027 to 2/25/2027


The integration of Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) is a critical component in students' success in the classroom and beyond. SEL has five essential components: self awareness, self-management, responsible decision-making, social awareness, and relationship skills. Throughout this 15 hr asynchronous course we will engage in readings, videos, personal reflections, and online forums to enhance our understanding of SEL as an approach to improving academic performance. Participants will explore each component of SEL, identify how SEL impacts academics, and learn how to integrate the SEL components into their classrooms to meet the needs of their students.

This course will be utilizing Google Classroom as the Learning Management System for instruction and collaboration. All materials and assignments will be completed asynchronously with weekly deadlines for submission.
A rockteach email address will be assigned to all participants. RTCI/WTCI course.
  • Max Class Size: 20

71. EDPD 5018.01 Using Technology to Engage and Inspire Diverse Learners (Differentiating with Technology)

Program: Manhattanville Courses EDPD

Location: Hybrid (Hybrid, Hy)

Dates: 1/20/2027 to 2/24/2027

Technology can increase teachers' capacity to support the learning of individual students with wide differences in their abilities to see, hear, speak, move, read, write, understand English, attend, organize, engage and remember. To do this efficiently and effectively technology should be carefully selected, purposeful planned and thoughtful implemented. Not all technology is useful for all students. Required Texts: "Integrating Technology in the Classroom: Tools to meet the needs of every student”, by Hamilton, Boni. (2018) (2nd Ed.) Washington DC: International Society of Technology in Education; "How to Differentiate Instruction in Academically Diverse Classrooms”, by Tomlinson, Carol Ann, (2017), Alexandria, VA, Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development. *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

72. EDPD 5012.01 Teaching Core Skills: Listening and Speaking

Program: Manhattanville Courses EDPD

Location: Hybrid (Hybrid, Hy)

Dates: 1/21/2027 to 3/25/2027

As a result of this course, participants will develop methods and strategies to integrate the core skills of listening and speaking into their curriculums. They will be able to infuse real-world problem-solving skills into content area curriculums. Participants will make student learning more enjoyable by better teaching the "noncognitive skills of learning” (Opitz & Ford, 2014). In this course, participants will learn to embed content-rich experiences into the classroom. Not only will participants achieve better product results from their students, but also witness students developing the lifelong learning skills of critical thinking, linguistic aptitude and cooperation. Participants will be able to make an immediate impact upon their teacher and the learning outcomes for students in their classes. The small group work and correspondence will be completed on the class wiki page. The link for the course is drgillwiki.wikispaces.com. This portion of the course requires posting on a discussion board. Participants will work towards a final project, creating interconnected lessons and reflections aimed at improving student learning. Participants will provide repository of classroom documents aligned with current NYS Learning Standards. Required Readings: "Engaging Minds in the Classroom: The Surprising Power of Joy”, by Opitz, Michael & Ford, Michael, 2014, Alexandria, VA: ASCD; "Teaching the Core Skills of Listening and Speaking”, by Palmer, Erik. (2014). Alexandria, VA: ASCD. *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: 40

73. Foundations of Mentoring for Teachers (1/23- 2/27/27)

Program: CTLE/Professional Learning

Location: *Online - Synchronous (*Online - Synchronous, NY)

Audience: Teachers with 5 years experience

Dates: 1/23/2027 to 2/27/2027

"Foundations of Mentoring” is a 15 hour course for teacher with 5 or more years experience. The model for the course was developed by the New Teacher Center at the University of California, Santa Cruz. This course will prepare educators ro act as mentors to new incoming staff. Participants will understand the stages of adult learning, develop strategies and skills to be effective mentors, and gain an understanding of the trust, mutuality, and risk-taking within the mentor-protege relationship. The basic tenets of mentoring can help teachers to not only support new staff members, but develop better collegial relations with team members or grade level partners. Each participant will receive a binder of materials for the course. Faciilitated by Joe Fusaro, Director of Nyack Teacher Center. This training is offered in collaboration with Nyack Teacher Center and East Ramapo Teacher Center and priority is given to Rockland Teachers' Center member districts.
  • Max Class Size: 5

74. Hybrid: Edith Winthrop Teacher Center Educators' Winter Book Club, January 25 - March 5, 2027 (EWTC)

Program: A: Westchester Teacher Center Institute

Audience: All staff, teachers and administrators

Dates: 1/25/2027 to 3/5/2027

Location: Hybrid

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This Free class is only open to consortium members. For the Winter/Spring Book Club, we will read Kuleana: A Story of Family, Land, and Legacy in Old Hawai'i by Sara Kehaulani Goo. This moving blend of memoir and family history explores identity, culture, land, and legacy. Educators will gain strategies for incorporating Indigenous perspectives, connecting learning to local and family histories, and fostering culturally responsive discussions around identity, community, and civic responsibility. Participants will leave with ideas they can use to create classrooms that honor students' cultures, strengthen belonging, and promote equity. What to expect: All participants are asked to purchase the book before the start of the book club cycle All participants are asked to read the book and come prepared for book discussions across three live mandatory Zoom meetings: Thursday, January 28th - 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. (Discussion will be on the Introduction and Chapters 1-5) Thursday, February 11th - 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. (Discussion will be on Chapters 6-10) Thursday, February 25th - 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. (Discussion will be on Chapters 11-14 and Epilogue) All participants are required to do three asynchronous assignments after each live Zoom discussion. Your camera must be on and you must be present on-screen at all times during the Zoom sessions. Participation in the Zoom sessions, including responding to prompts in the chat, is required to receive full credit for the course.
  • Max Class Size: 30

75. Content Literacy Instruction - 3 In-service Credits

Program: Inservice

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 1/25/2027 to 3/27/2027

Participants will access, develop and utilize reading comprehension strategies that will actively engage their students in the learning process. Participants will have the opportunity to develop, implement and discuss instructional strategies to improve the literacy development of students within all classrooms. Participants will learn effective strategies to improve students' acquisition of competencies in listening, speaking, reading, vocabulary, written expression (i.e. mechanics, grammar, sentence and paragraph structure, and editing skills). Participants will access the information and tools necessary to focus student learning through reading and writing across the curriculum. Teachers involved in this course will have the chance to reflect, discuss, and implement strategies to improve understanding of nonfiction text. More specifically, participants will develop strategies to improve their students' writing skills in any type of classroom setting. Required Readings: "The Highly Effective Teacher", by Marshall, Jeff (2016); "Strategies that Work", by Harvey, S. and Goudvis, A. (2000). Course will run asynchronously. No in person instruction. Only start and end dates are listed. Offered through the Rockland/Westchester Teacher Center Institute.
  • Max Class Size: 60

76. Making Inclusion Work: Instructional Strategies for Students with Learning & Behavior Problems - 3 In-Service Credits

Program: Inservice

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 1/25/2027 to 3/27/2027

This course will provide an overview of the characteristics of effective instructional strategies in a general education classroom. Participants will develop strategies to incorporate children with special needs and the programs and procedures used most effectively to serve them. It will also provide information about the laws guiding the education of special education students and the theories, diagnostic procedures and teaching strategies which are most effective with these students. By the end of this course students should have gained a full understanding of: Special health-related issues, Learning processes of the special education student, motivational and communication techniques, classroom management, the means to update knowledge and skills in the subject taught, current trends and issues, special education legislation, characteristics and etiology of specific disabilities, intervention strategies for children with disabilities, how to adapt the learning environment to meet the needs of exceptional children, and identification of students with disabilities. The text The Inclusive Classroom will provide theoretical support and research-based strategies to improve student learning in mainstream classrooms. Required Readings: "The Inclusive Classroom"-The Loose-Leaf Version-5th edition, by Mastropieri & Shruggs, 2014; "How to Teach Students so Students Remember" - 2nd Edition, by Sprenger, Marilee, 2018. Course will run asynchronously. No meeting dates. Only start and end dates are listed. Offered through the Rockland/Westchester Teacher Center Institute.
  • Max Class Size: 60

77. EDPD 5016.01 Differentiated Instruction Meets Understanding by Design

Program: Manhattanville Courses EDPD

Location: Hybrid (Hybrid, Hy)

Dates: 1/25/2027 to 3/29/2027

Participants will access text and research in whey which they will plan curriculum with the "end in mind.” Then, they will develop instructional units and learning strategies "to reach out to individual learners at their varied points of readiness, interest, and learning preference.” Course participants will develop curriculum adaptations and instructional strategies based upon tiered assessments. They will take these ideas and put them into action in their classrooms. Participants will develop the "big ideas” associated with curriculum designs. Then, participants will analyze and apply methods of differentiating products (content), process (instruction) and product (assessment). During input sessions, participants will learn to incorporate a variety of research-based strategies into their lessons. Course participants will develop curriculum adaptations that are responsive to the individual needs of all students while still maintaining a focus on academic proficiency and excellence for all students. These strategies will include: responsive teaching, ongoing formative assessment, and teaching for understanding in academically diverse classrooms. Participants will develop assessment tools to address the Six Facets of Understanding from the UBD model: Explanation, Interpretation, Application, Perspective, Empathy, and Self-Knowledge. Required Readings: "How to Differentiate Instruction in Academically Diverse Classrooms”, 3rd ed., by Tomlinson, Carolyn. (2017). Alexandria, VA: ASCD; "Essential Questions: Opening Doors to Student Understanding”. 2nd ed., by McTighe, J. and Wiggins, G. (2013). Alexandria, VA: ASCD. *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: 40

78. Truth in the Age of Al: Spotting Misinformation and Disinformation (SRP)

Program: CTLE/Professional Learning

Location: *Online - Synchronous (*Online - Synchronous, NY)

Dates: 1/25/2027

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In this interactive seminar, participants will learn to navigate digital spaces filled with Al-driven false information. The session covers key differences between misinformation and disinformation, explores how Al contributes to their spread, and offers tools to critically assess online content. This training is limited to Teaching Assistants and other SRPs. Rockland Teachers' Center member districts receive priority registration. NYSUT course WKS PROF294
  • Max Class Size: 20

79. AMTNYS Middle School Math Network (Zoom)

Program: CTLE/Professional Learning

Location: *Online - Synchronous (*Online - Synchronous, NY)

Dates: 1/25/2027 to 4/26/2027

Join NYSED leaders and teachers/teacher leaders at the middle school level from across the state as we explore NYSED resources, discuss curriculum issues and trends, and network with fellow educators and friends. Great opportunity to develop partnerships and share ideas with colleagues throughout the state. Facilitated by AMTNYS Grade level Reps
  • Max Class Size: 50

80. EDPD 5043.01 Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder for School Professionals

Program: Manhattanville Courses EDPD

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 1/26/2027 to 3/23/2027

Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder for School Professionals is designed to provide school-based professionals with a contemporary, evidence-informed understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and practical strategies for supporting autistic students across educational environments. The course moves beyond a deficit-based understanding of autism to explore the interaction between student strengths, individual differences, environmental demands, communication, sensory processing, executive functioning, behavior, social participation, and inclusive educational practices. Participants will examine how autism may present differently across individuals, ages, developmental levels, and school settings. Emphasis is placed on translating current research and evidence-based practices into practical support that improve access, participation, belonging, independence, communication, self-regulation, physical activity, and learning for school based settings. The course is designed for multidisciplinary school personnel and emphasizes collaborative practice among educators, administrators, paraprofessionals, related service providers, families, and students. *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: 40

81. EDPD 5031.01 Building Professional Learning Communities

Program: Manhattanville Courses EDPD

Location: Hybrid (Hybrid, Hy)

Dates: 1/27/2027 to 3/31/2027

This course will have two goals: (1) to facilitate Professional Learning Communities (PLC) in our schools through the habits of successful thinking and (2) assist participants in creating classrooms responsive to the needs of all students. These two goals will allow participants to grow professionally and push students beyond independence levels. By developing habits of thinking and collaborative communication skills with colleagues, participants will develop strategies to make their schools better learning communities and to make their classrooms more responsive to the needs of all learners. We will utilize the book How Full is your Bucket by Tom Rath and Donald O. Clifton as the conceptual framework. The book "reveals how even the briefest interactions affect your relationships, productivity, health and longevity.” Effective schools explicitly develop the skills and strategies of collegiality amongst staff members. Effective teachers have a profound impact upon student learning. Therefore, participants will develop thinking and communication skills to make them more effective teachers; improving their responsiveness in the classroom. Required Readings: "Cultures Built to Last: Systematic PLC's at Work", by DuFours and Fullan, 2014; "How Full is Your Bucket", by Rath and Clifton, 2004. *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: 40

82. Problem-Based Learning (PBL) Across Disciplines- 3 In-Service Credits

Program: Inservice

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

Dates: 2/2/2027 to 4/6/2027

From early childhood education to high school, educators are constantly seeking ways to make assessments and grading meaningful and useful for students. Educators seek grading systems that measure student learning and growth. In this course, we will ask deep questions about the point and value of grading. Participants will think about current grading practices and construct new meanings around this important topic. In this inservice course, participants will research, examine and implement standards based grading systems. Participants will: Identify and analyze various types of grading systems from K-12 settings; Define and identify the meaning of standards based grading practices; Bring accuracy to student assessment and grading practices; Learn how to use grades to effectively communicate students' mastery of learning standards; Understand the value of allowing students multiple opportunities to demonstrate their learning when taking assessments; Discuss and implement assessment practices and grading systems in differentiated learning environments; Consider whether to incorporate effort, attendance, and behavior into academic grades; Research and identify homework policies and their impact on grading systems; How to create useful and fair test questions, including how to grade such prompts efficiently; and Analyze the validity and usefulness of allowing students to re-do assessments for full credit and make up policies. Class Texts: "Making Grades Matter", by Matt Townsley, Nathan L. Wear (2021); "Grading From the Inside Out: Bringing Accuracy to Student Assessment Through a Standards-Based Mindset (How to Give Students Full Credit for Their Knowledge)", by Tom Schimmer (2016); "Fair Isn't Always Equal: Assessing & Grading in the Differentiated Classroom", 1st Edition by Rick Wormelli (2018).
  • Max Class Size: 60

83. AMTNYS Elementary Math Network (Zoom)

Program: CTLE/Professional Learning

Location: *Online - Synchronous (*Online - Synchronous, NY)

Dates: 2/2/2027 to 4/27/2027

Join NYSED leaders and elementary teachers/teacher leaders from across the state as we explore resources, answer curriculum questions, and network with fellow educators and friends. Great opportunity to develop partnerships and share ideas with colleagues throughout the state. Facilitated by AMTNYS Elementary Representatives.
  • Max Class Size: 50

84. Workplace Bullying: Recognize It. Address It. Stand Together (SRP)

Program: CTLE/Professional Learning

Location: *Online - Synchronous (*Online - Synchronous, NY)

Dates: 2/8/2027

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In this seminar, participants will learn how to recognize bullying behavior in the school workplace setting and practice strategies to stop and prevent it. Also covered will be a range of individual, union and institutional strategies for addressing the problem. This training is limited to Teaching Assistants and other SRPs. Rockland Teachers' Center member districts receive priority registration. NYSUT course WKS PROF173
  • Max Class Size: 25

85. LGBTQ+ History for Educators

Program: CTLE/Professional Learning

Location: *Online - Synchronous (*Online - Synchronous, NY)

Dates: 2/9/2027

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LGBTQ+ History for Educators provides a clear, practical, and supportive framework for integrating inclusive histories into social studies and humanities classrooms. This 90minute training equips educators with foundational knowledge, vocabulary, and primary-source material to build accurate and welcoming learning environments.
  • Max Class Size: 20

86. EDPD 5037.01 Strategies for Students Living in Poverty

Program: Manhattanville Courses EDPD

Location: Hybrid (Hybrid, Hy)

Dates: 2/11/2027 to 4/16/2027

Students living in poverty face challenges that educators may miss in our school settings. Ruby Payne (2019) says that students living in poverty are often in "survival mode.” This can make learning in schools challenging, but certainly not impossible for students. As a result of this course, participants will develop methods and strategies that will best meet the learning needs of students living in poverty. Participants will understand the nature of poverty and how poverty affects behavior and academic performance. Once an understanding of poverty has been established, participants will "embrace the mindset of change” necessary to assist students living with poverty (Jensen, 2009). Participants will view students as having "fluid intelligence” and develop action steps necessary to positively influence the way in which students can better understand learning standards and grow as learners/thinkers. Finally, participants will develop classroom level factors to improve student performance following the SHARE method developed by Jensen in his book titled Teacher with Poverty in Mind: What Being Poor Does To Kids' Brains And What Schools Can Do About It (2009). The SHARE method stands for: Standards-based curriculum and instruction; Hope building; Arts, athletics, and Advanced Placement; Retooling of the operating system; and Engaging instruction. Required Readings: "A Framework for Understanding Poverty-A Cognitive Approach”, 6th ed., by Payne, Ruby (2019). Aha Press, Highlands, Texas; "Disrupting Poverty: Five Powerful Classroom Practices”, by Kathleen M. Budge and William H. Parrett (2018) ASCD Alexandria, VA. *If you are taking this course for Graduate Credit, participants must also register with Manhattanville through Instant Enrollment on Service Hub. Email Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org for more information. Note: Official graduate transcripts will not be available until the official end of the college semester.
  • Max Class Size: 42

87. Supporting Struggling Adolescent Readers with Dr. Heidi Beverine-Curry (2/23-3/23/27)

Program: CTLE/Professional Learning

Location: *Online - Synchronous (*Online - Synchronous, NY)

Dates: 2/23/2027 to 3/23/2027


Supporting struggling adolescent readers is vital because many older students lack foundational literacy skills, which limits their academic success and future opportunities. This three-part series will explore evidence-aligned strategies rooted in the science of reading, with a focus on vocabulary development, complex texts, and effective instruction within MTSS frameworks. Participants can expect practical tools, research-backed insights, and actionable steps to transform their approach to adolescent literacy.Session 1: Emphasis on Evidence-Aligned Instruction: Dr. Beverine-Curry advocates for instructional practices grounded in the science of reading. She highlights the importance of phonological awareness, phonics, decoding, vocabulary, and comprehension as foundational elements in reading instruction. She notes that many educators have not been adequately prepared to teach these components, especially at the middle and high school levels.​

Session 2: Importance of Vocabulary and Complex Texts: In addressing older struggling readers, Dr. Beverine-Curry emphasizes the need to focus on vocabulary-not just pronunciation but also meaning. She advocates for engaging students with complex texts and posing text-dependent questions to enhance comprehension skills.

Session 3: Integration of MTSS Frameworks: Dr. Beverine-Curry underscores the significance of MTSS in supporting adolescent literacy. She stresses that effective intervention requires a solid foundation of core instruction. Without quality core instruction, interventions may not yield the desired outcomes.​
  • Max Class Size: 25

88. Hybrid: AI Generated NYSSLS Cluster for Secondary Science (3/1-3/30/27)

Program: CTLE/Professional Learning

Location: Hybrid (Hybrid, Hy)

Dates: 3/1/2027 to 3/30/2027

This 15hr hybrid course is designed for secondary science teachers using the new NYSSLS science standards. Each week, we will introduce ourselves to a new AI platform and develop a new NYSSLS style cluster for a different Performance Expectation. At the end of the course, we will have a shared folder of Clusters for different PEs across the sciences, This course will be delivered in Google Classroom and via Google Meets. A rockteach email address will be assigned for the course.
  • Max Class Size: 20

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

Program: Inservice

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

Dates: 3/2/2027 to 3/30/2027

Most students do not fit into the "one size fits all” theory of a typical classroom setting. Technology has eased the disappointment that many students face with academics. Technology has helped students become excited about learning and empowered them to feel confident in the classroom. This 3 credit course is intended to give educators an opportunity to learn about, explore and implement technology tools that can assist with engaging learners. This course will also explore tools for Special Need Students, Speech and Language Impairments and tools for the Deaf & Hearing. These tools will help students feel more empowered and help them succeed. Required Text: "The UDL Educational Technology Guide 2020: Technology for Special Education” by John F O'Sullivan. Offered through the Rockland/Westchester Teacher Center Institute.
  • Max Class Size: 30

90. Confident, Capable, Connected: A Series for Teacher Assistants and Paraeducators (SRPs) With Dr. Lucille Kaempffe

Program: CTLE/Professional Learning

Location: *Online - Synchronous (*Online - Synchronous, NY)

Dates: 3/4/2027 to 4/1/2027


Recognizing the essential role these professionals play in supporting instruction and student success, this series provides foundational training that builds confidence, skill, and clarity around their contribution to the classroom and school environments.
Session 1: Strengthen Behavior and Classroom Management Capacity Equipping teacher assistants and paraeducators with practical strategies to de-escalate student behaviors, foster calm environments, and support positive student interactions through mindful, trauma-informed practices. ​

Session 2: Enhance Classroom Teamwork and Collaboration Clarifying the roles of TAs and paraeducators within instructional teams and providing tools to build strong partnerships with teachers, promote proactive engagement, and increase instructional support.

Session 3: Build Confidence in Supporting Diverse Learners Developing knowledge and skills related to IEP/504 implementation, data collection, and differentiated strategies that enable TAs and paraeducators to contribute meaningfully to the success of students with special needs.
NYSALL training - in partnership with Education Elements
  • Max Class Size: 40

91. EDPD 5026.01 Foundations of Sensory Integration and Sensory Processing Disorders

Program: Manhattanville Courses EDPD

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 3/4/2027 to 4/29/2027

This foundational course provides an in-depth exploration of the neurological and developmental underpinnings of sensory integration and sensory processing. Students will examine how the brain receives, organizes, and interprets sensory information and how these processes influence learning, attention, motor coordination, and behavior. Emphasis is placed on identifying typical versus atypical sensory processing patterns and understanding their impact on participation and performance across school, home, and community settings. Through evidence-based readings, case studies, and applied learning activities, students will analyze the sensory systems, explore sensory modulation and regulation, and connect theory to real-world applications. The course prepares educators, therapists, and related professionals to recognize sensory processing differences and to begin designing environments and supports that promote engagement, regulation, and success for all learners including those with autism spectrum disorder and related developmental conditions.*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: 40

92. The Farm Is Our Classroom: Business in Action

Program: CTLE/Professional Learning

Location: *In Person (In Person, NY) - Cropsey Farm, 220 S Little Tor Rd, New City, NY 10

Audience: K-12 educators

Dates: 3/5/2027

Location: Cropsey Farm, 220 S Little Tor Rd, New City, NY 10

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Math calculates the numbers. ELA tells the story. Science solves the problem. Art builds the brand. Business brings it all together. One concept. Every subject. Real-world skills students will actually use.

Explore the business of Rockland Community Farm Network. Learn about its mission, educational goals, and sustainable practices. Participate in an accessible walking tour. Workshops during the day include "Entrepreneurship, Customers, and Value", "The Number Behind the Idea", "Running a Business", "Employment Opportunities" and more. This session is aligned to Portrait of the Graduate Framework. This session is geared to all educators.

Lunch is included in the training. Closed shoes required. Dress for outdoors.

This training is co-sponsored by the RTC, Rockland Community Farm Network, and the Rockland County School Health and Wellness Coalition (RCSHWC). A minimum of 15 participants is required.
  • Max Class Size: 25

93. Workplace Wellness: Putting You First! (SRP)

Program: CTLE/Professional Learning

Location: *Online - Synchronous (*Online - Synchronous, NY)

Dates: 3/8/2027

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Why are educators at risk for vicarious (secondary) trauma? This seminar will engage participants to discuss the unique challenges to wellness found in the education field. Participants will understand and practice effective strategies for self-care. Rockland Teachers' Center member districts receive priority registration. NYSUT course WKS NEWM25. New members training.
  • Max Class Size: 20

94. Book Study - Thrivers by Michele Borba (3/10-4/15/27)

Program: Online Academy

Location: *Online - Asynchronous (*Online - Asynchronous, NY)

Dates: 3/10/2027 to 4/15/2027

This 15 hour online book study is based on Thrivers, The Surprising Reasons Why Some Kids Struggle and Others Shine by Michele Borba. Delve into traits that set Thriver students apart. These traits include: confidence, empathy, self control, Integrity, curiosity, perseverance, and optimism. According to the author, these traits can be taught to children at any age by parents and teachers. The author gives strategies to help educators teach children and older students how to cope today, so that they can thrive tomorrow. Participants will be responding to journal questions and discussion posts about the book. Participants will be expected to complete an action plan that they will use in their classrooms with the new knowledge gained in the book. Participants must secure a copy of the book prior to the course start date. This course will be delivered in Google Classroom. A rockteach email address will be assigned to all participants. RTCI/WTCI course.
  • Max Class Size: 20

95. Calm in the Classroom (3/10-4/15/27)

Program: Online Academy

Location: *Online - Asynchronous (*Online - Asynchronous, NY)

Dates: 3/10/2027 to 4/15/2027

Participants will begin by browsing models of Virtual Calm Classrooms. Using google slides, links, websites, and design elements, participants will be able to create their own Virtual Calm Classroom. Students are overwhelmed with the expectations placed on them with school, extracurriculars, family life, etc. A virtual calm place can be used to calm themselves when feeling overwhelmed. We will be able to create a unique and all encompassing slide to bring them from their busy day to day lives, to other calm worlds such as… 1- Yoga for kids 2- Calming meditation 3- Mindful affirmations You will receive a Rockland Teachers' Center gmail account to participate in this course. RTCIWTCI course
  • Max Class Size: 20

96. Empowering Student Voice & Choice through Personalized Learning (3/10/27-4/15/27)

Program: Online Academy

Location: *Online - Asynchronous (*Online - Asynchronous, NY)

Dates: 3/10/2027 to 4/15/2027

This self-paced, 15-hour asynchronous course equips educators with strategies to foster student agency, engagement, and personalized learning experiences for all students. Participants will explore differentiation, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), project-based learning, family engagement, and sustainable teaching practices to create classrooms where all students feel empowered to take ownership of their learning. By the end of the course, participants will develop a personalized action plan to implement student-centered learning strategies in their classrooms. This course will be delivered in Google Classroom. A rockteach email address will be assigned to all participants. RTCI/WTCI course.
  • Max Class Size: 20

97. Mastering Task-Based Language Teaching (TBLT): Practical Approaches for Effective Language Instruction (3/10-4/15/27)

Program: Online Academy

Location: *Online - Asynchronous (*Online - Asynchronous, NY)

Dates: 3/10/2027 to 4/15/2027

This 15-hour online course introduces educators to the principles and practices of Task-Based Language Teaching (TBLT), a dynamic and effective approach to language learning. TBLT prioritizes real-world tasks, problem-solving, and project-based activities, encouraging students to use language in authentic contexts. TBLT focuses on practical application and encourages students to actively engage in using language to complete tasks, from group projects to presentations, which enhances both their language fluency and problem-solving capabilities. By integrating real-life scenarios, TBLT fosters critical thinking, collaboration, and the development of language skills in meaningful contexts. This course will run asynchronously through Google Classroom. 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

98. EDPD 5011.01 Creating and Leading a Flipped Classroom

Program: Manhattanville Courses EDPD

Location: Hybrid (Hybrid, Hy)

Dates: 3/11/2027 to 5/14/2027

Participants will develop strategies to create and lead classroom learning environments that are flipped. In 2014, the Flipped Learning Network defined flipped learning as "a pedagogical approach in which direct instruction moves from the group learning space to the individual learning space, and the resulting groups space is a dynamic, interactive learning environment.” Participants will develop strategies to guide students as they "apply concepts and engage creatively in subject matter.” Participants will refine practices to related to delivering information outside of the traditional classroom setting. By flipping the learning out of the traditional group dynamic, participants will be able to lead student learning by developing more in-depth relationships with students. Participants will also learn how to lead a more fluid classroom where students interact creatively with the content and each other. This type of teaching requires the skills of transformational leadership and participants will utilize Flip Your Classroom: Reaching Every Student in Every Class Every Day (2015) by Bergman and Sams and Flipping 2.0: Practical Strategies for Flipping Your Class (2013) by Bretzman to find and refine these skills. Required Readings: "Flip your Classroom: Reaching Every Student in Every Class Every Day”, by Bergman, Jonathan and A. Sams, San Diego, CA: ISTE. 2012 (and workbook, 2015); "Flipping 2.0: Practical Strategies for Flipping Your Class”, by Jason Bretzman, Bretzman Group LLC. 2013; "The Blended Workbook: Learning to Design the Schools of Our Future”, by Horn, Michael and H. Straker, New York: Jossey-Bass. 2017. *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: 40

99. EDU 5001.01 Apply Multisensory Phonics - 1 Credit

Program: Manhattanville - EDU

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 3/16/2027 to 4/20/2027

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Understanding the sounds, symbols, and structure of the English Language are fundamental components of providing effective literacy instruction. This course is designed to introduce the principles of phonics, including the origins of the English Language, morphology, phonemes, syllable types, common spelling patterns and an introduction to multisensory teaching. Students in this class will use their newfound knowledge about phonics to plan lessons, as well as assess and evaluate student work. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Colleen Gill at cgill@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 X110 before registering. Additional college tuition will be incurred. Note, only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to Service Hub for exact meeting dates. Registration is required on both Frontline and Service Hub to complete enrollment.
  • Max Class Size: 15

100. Planting Seeds of Learning: Farm to Classroom in Action

Program: CTLE/Professional Learning

Location: Cropsey Farm (New City, NY)

Audience: K-12 educators

Dates: 3/19/2027

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In this immersive professional learning experience, educators will explore Rockland Community Farm Network's Farms by learning about the history of farms in Rockland County, a guided farm tour, and interactive lessons aligned to Next Gen standards. Educators will discover practical strategies to connect farm experiences to classroom instruction. A resource panel will introduce educators to local supports and partnerships in health, wellness, sustainability, and environmental stewardship. This session is aligned to Portrait of the Graduate Framework.
Lunch is included in the training. Closed shoes required. Dress for outdoors.
This training is co-sponsored by the RTC, Rockland Community Farm Network, and the Rockland County School Health and Wellness Coalition. A minimum of 15 participants is required.

  • Max Class Size: 25

101. Hybrid: Edith Winthrop Teacher Center Educators' Spring Book Club, March 29 - May 27, 2027 (EWTC)

Program: A: Westchester Teacher Center Institute

Audience: All staff, teachers and administrators

Dates: 3/29/2027 to 5/27/2027

Location: Hybrid

Wait List
This Free class is only open to consortium members. For the Spring Book Club, we will read A Queer History of the United States: Revised and Expanded 15th Anniversary Edition by Michael Bronski. This engaging exploration of American history highlights the significant contributions of LGBTQ+ individuals across 500 years. Educators will gain a broader understanding of history, identity, and community, along with strategies for incorporating diverse perspectives, creating more inclusive learning experiences, and navigating conversations about identity with students. Participants will leave with practical ideas for making classrooms more accurate, welcoming, and affirming for all learners. What to expect: All participants are asked to purchase the book before the start of the book club cycle All participants are asked to read the book and come prepared for book discussions across three live mandatory Zoom meetings: Thursday, April 1st - 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. (Discussion will be on the Author's Note, Introduction, Chapters 1-4) Thursday, April 15th - 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. (Discussion will be on Chapters 5-8) Thursday, April 29th - 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. (Discussion will be on Chapters 9-12 and Epilogue) All participants are required to do three asynchronous assignments after each live Zoom discussion. Your camera must be on and you must be present on-screen at all times during the Zoom sessions. Participation in the Zoom sessions, including responding to prompts in the chat, is required to receive full credit for the course.
  • Max Class Size: 30