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.

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

This professional development course will equip K-12 educators and administrators with the knowledge, skills, and strategies needed to effectively teach financial literacy. During this 45 hour class, participants will examine the principles of financial literacy, explore engaging teaching methods, and develop practical tools for building financial understanding among students. At the end of this course, teachers will be equipped to help students make consequential financial decisions with a clear grasp of their potential impact. PLEASE NOTE: The institute cannot refund a participant once the class has commenced.

This online course is designed to provide PreK-12 teachers with the necessary knowledge and skills to seamlessly incorporate Magic School AI into their daily teaching practices. The course will cover how to use AI for lesson planning, assessment creation, differentiation strategies, and classroom management. Throughout the course, teachers will have opportunities for practical application, analyze realistic classroom situations, and create AI-integrated resources that are ready for immediate use. By the completion of the course, participants will be confident in their ability to leverage the diverse features of Magic School AI to improve their classroom instruction. By the end of this course, participants will be able to apply features in Magic School AI to enhance their teaching. PLEASE NOTE: The institute cannot refund a participant once the class has commenced.

Strategies for Student Success is a dynamic professional learning course designed to reignite educators' passion and equip them with practical, research-based strategies that spark engagement and improve student outcomes. Participants will explore high-impact instructional practices, inclusive strategies, formative assessment, and purposeful technology integration-with an introduction to ethical, classroom-ready AI tools that support planning, personalization, and feedback. Through reflection, collaboration, and hands-on application, educators will develop an Ignite Learning Action Plan that outlines strategies and digital resources you will use to sustain meaningful, student-centered learning. PLEASE NOTE: The institute cannot refund a participant once the class has commenced.

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.

STEM learning is a social and emotional experience as much as a cognitive one. Collaborating on a design challenge, persisting through a failed experiment, regulating frustration when code will not run, and taking intellectual risks in a math class all depend on social-emotional competencies, yet SEL and STEM are rarely taught together deliberately. This 45-hour course equips K-12 educators to bring the two domains into dialogue: building collaborative STEM communities, developing growth mindset and productive struggle, supporting students through the emotional dimensions of scientific and mathematical work, and designing STEM experiences that develop the whole learner. PLEASE NOTE: The institute cannot refund a participant once the class has commenced.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.