Are you a preservice teacher or in the first five years of your professional career? The New Professional Math Network is a collaborative team of young professionals who together will explore the k-12 math curriculum and best instructional practices designed to strengthen your knowledge of the standards and enhence the math instruction in your classroom. Led by young professionals with the support of senior members of the AMTNYS, TCMEA and NCTM organizations, this course will connect teachers to NYSED and supporting resources as well as key people throughout the state who are currently or will soon be teaching at the elementary, middle or high sch.ool level just like you. Facilitated by Allison Bratt, Anne Bratt, Lynda Brennan, and Marianne Strayton Live Kick off events AMTNYS Conference November 10-11 (optional) - if in attendance look for special young professional events.

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

Many ELLs may lack of background knowledge in science. This can lead to frustration and lack of confidence. This course will explore strategies that will assist ENL students in learning science. During this course, participants will explore resources that can be given to students and families to keep their students from this learning loss. 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.

ELL students in particular have a difficult time writing papers because they have to expend more time and effort in finding the right words to construct their sentences than a native English speaker. This task alone can cause frustration with the minimal English vocabulary they usually have.This course will explore strategies to boost ELL's writing and confidence in that writing. During this course, participants will explore resources that can be given to students and families to keep their students from this learning loss. 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.

Join Music Therapist Jeffrey Friedberg MT-BC, LCAT to explore ways to use music in the classroom for functional outcomes after viewing the 45 minute movie Everybody Should Be In A Band. Everybody Should Be In A Band, which will be viewed at the start of the session, is about the power of playing music together to help us think and act differently. The movie was created with a Voices of Change grant from ArtsWestchester and focuses on the power of music to help people of all skills, abilities, and challenges. The premise of the film is that music and the "band” format helps us build life skills that empower individuals, create social networks, and change the way communities view individuals who are often seen as "different”. Music Therapist Jeffrey Friedberg and filmmaker Pascal Akesson spent 6 months following 5 bands at Music For Life Creative Arts Therapy in Nyack, filming rehearsals and performances. Participants from Music For Life helped film and edit the movie. Sponsored by the Lower Hudson Network: Washingtonville TC, Bedford SDC, Bronxville PDC, East Ramapo TC, Edith Winthrop TC, Hudson River TC, Middletown TC, New Rochelle SRC, Newburgh TC, Nyack TC, NWP TC, Ossining SDC, Richard Gazzola TC, Rockland TC, Scarsdale TI, SCTC, The TC of Central Westchester, & White Plains SDC.

QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) teaches the general community how to reduce the risk of suicide in loved ones, colleagues, and neighbors. This is a "gatekeeper” training that helps participants feel equipped and comfortable in talking with people who are going through difficult times, and helping them connect to other supports when needed. Topics include warning signs of suicide risk, what to ask and how to respond, steps for referring someone to help, and resources for assistance. This training is facilitated by Tatiana Yelizarova Phd, Mental Health Association of Rockland.

Children and adolescents who witness domestic violence and abuse are at an increased risk of experiencing emotional, physical, and sexual abuse and developing emotional and problematic behaviors. This training will focus on the dynamics of Domestic Violence, the role that power and control plays in abuse, and will give participants the ability to supplement their knowledge with information and tools that are specifically focused on the impact of domestic violence on children and families. Participants will learn appropriate and helpful responses when responding to disclosures and observations of abuse. Special focus will be on the physical and emotional behaviors and indicators of abuse of children from elementary to high school age. Participants will be able to identify ways to help students and their families. This training is sponsored by the Center for Safety and Change.

Most ENL teachers can agree, of all of the facets of teaching English as a second language, speaking is simultaneously the most important and the most difficult to teach. Especially when you are teaching young or beginner level students. This course will show participants how to engage students and increase English speaking in meaningful ways. While there are suggested timelines for work completion, this course does NOT require any synchronous sessions so you may plan your time accordingly. All work is due by the end of the last day of the course. You will receive a Rockland Teacher Center gmail account to participate in this course. Participants print their own CTLE certificate. After the following has been completed, 1. The course officially ends: 2. MLP Evaluation is completed 3. Attendance is confirmed by instructor: 4. Once the MLP admin marks the course complete, participants will be able print their CTLE certificate. Please note that initial class information, including your new RTC gmail, will be sent to the email you have registered on Frontline MLP.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has revolutionized many fields, and education is no exception. Particularly in the realm of English as a New Language (ENL) instruction, AI presents transformative opportunities for both teachers and learners. It offers innovative methods to enhance language learning and address some of the challenges inherent in ENL education. During this course, participants will explore resources that can be given to students and families to keep their students from this learning loss. 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.

AI is here to stay and we need to learn how to teach students to utilize AI safely and appropriately. AI's impact extends to the development of resources for ENL learners. Interactive games, videos, and podcasts powered by AI are engaging learners in exciting and immersive language experiences. These resources not only boost language proficiency but also make the learning journey enjoyable and captivating. Learn the basic of AI and ENL and the potential. During this course, participants will explore resources that can be given to students and families to keep their students from this learning loss. 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.

Join NYSED leaders and teachers/teacher leaders from across the state as we explore resources, answer curriculum questions and network with fellow educators and friends. Great opportunity to develop partnerships and share ideas with colleagues throughout the state.

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 with support from the NYSED Curriculum and Instruction office. Facilitated by Lisa Sanders, Jordan Titus, Lynda Brennan, and Marianne Strayton.

All students benefit from reading and learning over the summer break. However, this is essential to ELLs to help prevent them from losing too much ground over the summer. During this course, participants will explore resources that can be given to students and families to keep their students from this learning loss. 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.

Learn the history of Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day, which commemorates the emancipation of the last slaves in the U.S. View items associated with the holiday and Haverstraw's African American history. How is Juneteenth celebrated locally? Explore the African American connection in Haverstraw, NY with Virginia "Ginny" Norfleet, Founder, Haverstraw African American Connection. https://www.thehaac.com/

QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) teaches the general community how to reduce the risk of suicide in loved ones, colleagues, and neighbors. This is a "gatekeeper” training that helps participants feel equipped and comfortable in talking with people who are going through difficult times, and helping them connect to other supports when needed. Topics include warning signs of suicide risk, what to ask and how to respond, steps for referring someone to help, and resources for assistance. This training is facilitated by Tatiana Yelizarova Phd, Mental Health Association of Rockland.

This book study is based on Thrivers, The Surprising Reasons Why Some Kids Struggle and Others Shine by Michele Borba. We will discuss the certain traits that set Thriver students apart. The 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 teachers teach children and older students how to cope today so that they can thrive tomorrow. Participants will be expected to complete the work on google classroom. 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.Member districts have priority for registration.