Frontline Education

1. Mentored Experience Program CTLE Approved

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 8/13/2025

The initial session will focus on fostering a positive mentoring relationship, an understanding of the expectations of the program, as well as professionalism. Participants will review certification requirements, explore the core competencies in SEL, identify the hallmarks of effective teaching, and develop the skills to give and receive feedback.

In addition to the Initial training, participants will engage in monthly asynchronous Google Classroom posts in September through May. Posts are designed to support professional growth and provide reflective opportunities in regard to professionalism, building rapport, developing resiliency, coachability, technology integration, effective communication, induction check-ins, and reflective practices.

NEW HIRES will participate in bi-monthly synchronous Zoom webinars in October, December, February, and April. These sessions are designed to provide support and targeted professional learning. Topics will include preparing for parent-teacher conferences, classroom management, technology integration, Google Classroom, CSE meeting procedures, and reorganizing instruction mid-year through curriculum mapping. Additional sessions will address certification requirements, retirement and financial planning, planning field trips, navigating state testing, participating in observations, implementing effective teaching strategies, and understanding priority standards. These webinars also allow time to share great or difficult teaching moments, ask questions, and connect with peers.

MENTORS will engage in a mid-year synchronous Zoom webinar in January. The focus will include reviewing progress, sharing district-specific insights, addressing challenges, and offering support and strategies. It will also provide an opportunity for mentors to collaborate and align efforts across districts as we move into the second half of the year.

CTLE credits and stipends will be based upon the actual time/sessions individuals attend.

2. Mentored Experience Program CTLE Approved

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 9/30/2025

The initial session will focus on fostering a positive mentoring relationship, an understanding of the expectations of the program, as well as professionalism. Participants will review certification requirements, explore the core competencies in SEL, identify the hallmarks of effective teaching, and develop the skills to give and receive feedback.

In addition to the Initial training, participants will engage in monthly asynchronous Google Classroom posts in September through May. Posts are designed to support professional growth and provide reflective opportunities in regard to professionalism, building rapport, developing resiliency, coachability, technology integration, effective communication, induction check-ins, and reflective practices.

NEW HIRES will participate in bi-monthly synchronous Zoom webinars in October, December, February, and April. These sessions are designed to provide support and targeted professional learning. Topics will include preparing for parent-teacher conferences, classroom management, technology integration, Google Classroom, CSE meeting procedures, and reorganizing instruction mid-year through curriculum mapping. Additional sessions will address certification requirements, retirement and financial planning, planning field trips, navigating state testing, participating in observations, implementing effective teaching strategies, and understanding priority standards. These webinars also allow time to share great or difficult teaching moments, ask questions, and connect with peers.

MENTORS will engage in a mid-year synchronous Zoom webinar in January. The focus will include reviewing progress, sharing district-specific insights, addressing challenges, and offering support and strategies. It will also provide an opportunity for mentors to collaborate and align efforts across districts as we move into the second half of the year.

CTLE credits and stipends will be based upon the actual time/sessions individuals attend.

3. McKinney-Vento Support Leader Webinar #1

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 10/1/2025

Welcome Support Leaders! Please join us for our 1st McKinney-Vento Support Leader Webinar of our brand new grant from 3:45-4:45 on ZOOM. We will welcome our new members followed by quick introductions, discuss the district trauma sensitive presentations, and highlight some important information regarding our upcoming events including book studies. There will be networking opportunities. A time sheet needs to be completed for a stipend of $25.00 after you have completed any needed tax documentation paperwork following January's Support Leader Webinar. *Participants in attendance will need to bring acceptable documentation for identification purposes as BOCES will be paying your stipend. Proper identification is required on the day of the workshop for payment. For example, U.S. Passport/Passport Card/Driver's license/School ID card with photograph/Voter's registration card AND Original Birth Certificate/Social Security Account Number card if you have not previously completed this process within the 24-25 school year.

4. CSE Chairperson Meeting - SLLBOCES

Program: Special Education CTLE #755

Dates: 10/2/2025

Networking

5. McKinney-Vento Liaison & Mentor Consortium Meeting #1 - Welcome and Orientation

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 10/14/2025

Welcome back to a BRAND NEW year of the Competitive Grant Cycle Liaisons and Mentors! Please join us for our kick-off McKinney-Vento Liaison and Mentor Consortium Meeting #1 at the SLL BOCES Conference Rooms. The session will begin at 8:30 AM and end at 11:30AM (Registration takes place from 8:00-8:30). We will welcome our new members, become affiliated with each other through networking opportunities, data collection regulations and informational practices, as well as getting to know the new grant year expectations. *Participants in attendance will need to bring acceptable documentation for identification purposes as BOCES will be paying your stipend. Proper identification is required on the day of the workshop for payment. For example, U.S. Passport/Passport Card/Driver's license/School ID card with photograph/Voter's registration card AND Original Birth Certificate/Social Security Account Number card if you have not previously completed this process within the 24-25 school year.

6. Principal Network Meeting (Primary & Secondary)

Program: Principal Networks CTLE #755

Dates: 10/16/2025 to 6/11/2026

Join us for this Combined Primary and Secondary Principals Meeting, a gathering designed to connect, inform, and inspire school leaders across the region. Participants will hear key updates from varied agencies, gain insight through selected presentations on timely topics, and walk away with practical ideas to bring back to their schools.

Beyond the presentations, this meeting also offers valuable time for collegial dialogue. Principals will have the opportunity to share experiences, exchange strategies, and strengthen connections with fellow leaders. Don't miss this chance to stay informed and engaged while being part of a supportive leadership community.

8:00-8:30 a.m. Registration ~ 8:30-11:30 a.m. Meeting

7. CSE Chairperson Meeting - SLLBOCES

Program: Special Education CTLE #755

Dates: 12/11/2025

Networking

8. McKinney-Vento Winter Book Study - Tiny Humans, Big Emotions by Alyssa Campbell

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 1/4/2026 to 3/1/2026

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Join us for a McKinney-Vento book study on Tiny Humans, Big Emotions by Alyssa Blask Campbell, where we'll explore practical, compassionate strategies to support children's emotional development while strengthening our own regulation skills. You must be a M-V Mentor, Liaison, Support Leader, or DTST member to join. Participants will learn how to use the Collaborative Emotion Processing (CEP) Method to guide interactions, respond to challenging behaviors with connection rather than control, and build emotionally supportive environments that promote empathy, resilience, and cooperation. This study is perfect for educators, caregivers, and anyone working with children who want to better understand and nurture emotional intelligence in their classrooms and homes. Books will be purchased for all participants and will be delivered to your district via van mail once your registration is approved in MLP. (If you decide not to participate, please return your book to Brooke Santamont at SLL BOCES.) The book study will be facilitated through Google Classroom. One week prior to the start date, you will receive an email with the access code and additional details. Jordan Helmer from Massena CSD will be facilitating this book study. Participants who complete the book study in full will receive a $250 stipend. Please note that partial completion will not be compensated. Important Payment Information: To receive your stipend, you must complete all required tax forms (I-9 and W-4) and present appropriate identification before the first session-if you have not done so recently. Accepted documentation includes: U.S. Passport or Passport Card Driver's license or School ID with a photo Voter registration card AND original Birth Certificate or Social Security card We're excited to learn and grow together-hope you'll join us!

9. McKinney-Vento Support Leader Webinar #2

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 1/14/2026

Calling all McKinney-Vento Support Leaders! Please join us for our 2nd McKinney-Vento Webinar from 3:45-4:45 on ZOOM. We will begin with introductions and have networking opportunities. We will discuss upcoming book studies and other PD events. District trauma sensitive strategies and presentations will be shared out by willing participants. The zoom link will be emailed to you prior to the event starting. A time sheet needs to be completed for a stipend of $25.00 for the January webinar. Pleaes ensure to put the Fall Support Leader Webinar date on your timesheet if you participated. *Participants in attendance will need to bring acceptable documentation for identification purposes as BOCES will be paying your stipend. Proper identification is required on the day of the workshop for payment. For example, U.S. Passport/Passport Card/Driver's license/School ID card with photograph/Voter's registration card AND Original Birth Certificate/Social Security Account Number card if you have not previously completed this process within the 24-25 school year.

10. CSE Chairperson Meeting - SLLBOCES

Program: Special Education CTLE #755

Dates: 2/5/2026

Networking

11. Teach Your Class Off by CJ Reynolds BOOK STUDY

Program: School Improvement & SLV Teachers' Learning Center CTLE #755 & #3124

Dates: 2/23/2026 to 5/11/2026

In today's educational climate of budget shortages, rigid testing standards, and diminishing autonomy in the classroom, how can teachers bring creativity and passion back into their work? Teach Your Class Off offers educators struggling with these issues and feeling burnt out a way to hit the reset button and reconnect with what energizes them about teaching.

Participants will take part in weekly discussions with their peers along with developing a plan to reset for the 2025-2026 school year.

Participants must procure their own copy of the book. ISBN 978-1951600105

12. The Anxious Generation BOOK STUDY

Program: School Improvement & SLV Teachers' Learning Center CTLE #755 & #3124

Dates: 2/23/2026 to 5/11/2026

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Join us for a book study on "The Anxious Generation," a groundbreaking work that explores the rising anxiety levels among our students and offers practical strategies for educators to address this critical issue. This study group will not only enhance our understanding of student mental health but also equip us with tools to create a more supportive learning environment.

Here's why you should consider joining:
1. Gain insights into the factors contributing to student anxiety.
2. Learn evidence-based techniques to help students manage stress and worry.
3. Develop strategies to foster resilience and emotional well-being in your classroom.
4. Collaborate with fellow educators to share experiences and best practices.
5. Contribute to a school-wide approach in supporting our students' mental health.

The book study will take place over 10 weeks, each focusing on different chapters and themes from the book. It will be asynchronous and will include weekly discussions culminating with a final project.

This is an excellent opportunity for professional growth and to make a meaningful impact on our students' lives. Your participation would be invaluable to the group's discussions and our school's overall approach to student well-being.

Participants must procure their own copy of the book. ISBN 978-0593655030

13. Education in a Changing World: Modern Tier 1 Strategies Grounded in Trauma-Informed and Student-Centered Practices

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 3/2/2026

Today's classrooms are complex, diverse, and often stretched to their limits. Schools are not struggling because "kids these days are different,” they're struggling because the world is. Students are growing up in a landscape shaped by rapid change, collective stress, and shifting developmental norms. In this context, Tier 1 practices must evolve to stay responsive, relevant, and sustainable for both students and educators. This full-day session will provide a concise overview of MTSS, emphasizing the essential role of Tier 1 as the universal layer of support that fosters safety, connection, skill-building, and consistent expectations. Building from four core trauma-informed and equity-centered principles, participants will explore practical classroom strategies that enhance social-emotional functioning, support positive behavior, strengthen relationships, and create flexible structures without sacrificing consistency. Educators will walk away with tools that honor the realities of today's classrooms, and with a renewed sense that when we design smart, strengths-based Tier 1 systems, we reduce stress for everyone and make challenging behavior far less likely. Registration from 8:00-8:30

14. Rise to the Challenge Book Study

Program: School Improvement & SLV Teachers' Learning Center CTLE #755 & #3124

Dates: 3/2/2026 to 4/5/2026

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Do you sense that some students have mentally "checked out" of your classroom? Look closely and you'll probably find that these students are bored by lessons that they view as unchallenging and uninteresting. In this follow-up to The Highly Effective Teacher: 7 Classroom-Tested Practices That Foster Student Success, Jeff Marshall provides teachers with a blueprint for introducing more rigor to the classroom by: reorienting themselves and their students toward active learning-and establishing the habits that allow it to flourish, creating a classroom culture where students aren't afraid to take risks-and where they grow as learners because of it, planning the same lesson at different levels of challenge for different levels of development-and designing assessments that gauge student progress fairly without sacrificing expectations, and implementing inquiry-based activities that push students beyond their comfort zones-and that result in well-rounded learners with stronger character and sharper thinking skills.

Leveraging the latest research in the field as well as years of hard-won classroom experience, this book offers practical strategies, replicable examples, and thoughtful reflection exercises for educators to use as they work to help students embrace the mystery, complexity, and power of challenge.

Stipends will be Provided to Participants Completing the FULL Book Study by the SLVTLC at No Charge to Districts

PARTICIPANTS MUST PROCURE THEIR OWN COPY OF THE BOOK BY Jeff Marshall - ISBN: 978-1-4166-2798-2

15. MTSS: From Framework to Practice

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 3/3/2026

Join us for a full-day professional learning opportunity focused on strengthening Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) across districts and schools. Guest speakers from North Country districts will share practical examples of MTSS implementation and school improvement, including strategies that contributed to a New York State Blue Ribbon School designation. The day begins with registration from 8:00-8:30 AM, followed by an MTSS overview to ground participants in the purpose, structure, and essential components of effective MTSS systems. A panel discussion with Curriculum/Data and MTSS Coordinators will highlight instructional and behavioral strategies, implementation considerations, and approaches to overcoming common challenges. In the afternoon, participants will choose one learning pathway: Option 1: A deeper dive into MTSS to review essential components and discuss potential procedures, structures, and documentation. Option 2: A session with an Instructional Math Coach on Math Running Records based on the work of Dr. Nicki Newton, including next steps for instruction and maximizing the math block. Targeted Audience: Administrators, MTSS coordinators/facilitators, AIS providers, and general education teachers involved in MTSS implementation at the building or district level. Team attendance is encouraged, though individual representatives are welcome.

16. McKinney-Vento sponsors author, Alyssa Campbell

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 3/12/2026

Join us for an engaging, in-person professional learning opportunity with Alyssa Campbell, educator, parent, and co-author of Tiny Humans, Big Emotions. Alyssa brings a wealth of experience in supporting both children and adults with emotional regulation and navigating challenging behaviors. Through humor, heartfelt personal stories, and practical strategies, Alyssa will keep you inspired and entertained throughout the day. You'll leave with tools to build stronger connections, foster resilience, and approach student behaviors with confidence and compassion.

17. McKinney-Vento DTST Winter Training Session Day with Sara Daniel

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 3/20/2026

We invite you to a full day of collaboration with Sara Daniel, focused on M-V DTST initiatives. Sara is eager to continue her trauma sensitivity scope of work with our DTST members on March 20th at SLL BOCES in our main conference rooms. Sara will be joining us virtually for this session. Registration is from 8:00-8:30. Our day will end by 3pm.

18. Beyond the Science of Reading: Connecting Literacy Instruction to the Science of Learning *CTLE Approved)

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 4/6/2026 to 5/18/2026

In case you missed it, this popular book study is back! Wonder what's behind moving information from short term to long term memory? Author and journalist, Natalie Wexler can explain. In this self-paced course you will delve into why just teaching decoding isn't producing proficient learners, the impacts of explicit sequential content and writing instruction on reading, how a little cognitive science can go a long way across subjects, and how NOT to be misled in choosing curricular options. You'll formulate a 3-step implementation plan you can USE!

ISBN: 978-14-4166-3356-3-Participants must procure a copy of the book.

19. Just Tell Them: The Power of Explanations and Explicit Teaching BOOK STUDY

Program: School Improvement & SLV Teachers' Learning Center CTLE #755 & #3124

Dates: 4/12/2026 to 5/17/2026

Join us for an engaging, self-paced book study on Just Tell Them by Zach Groshell! This insightful read reaffirms the power of clear, effective explanations in teaching-at a time when "teacher talk" is often underestimated. Groshell dives into the science of learning, sharing essential techniques for modeling, demonstrating, and breaking down complex concepts so every student can succeed.

Throughout this asynchronous study, you'll explore practical strategies to refine your instructional approach and make learning more accessible for all. Whether you're a seasoned educator or just starting out, this book study will equip you with the tools to teach with greater clarity and confidence. Join the conversation, learn at your own pace, and discover how a direct and explicit teaching approach can transform your classroom!

Participants will need access to their own device so they can participate in the book study on the Schoology platform.

Participants must procure their own copy of the book ISBN 103600368X - Participants completing the activity in full will receive a stipend from the SLVTLC at no cost to the district.

20. Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics: 14 Teaching Practices for Enhancing Learning BOOK STUDY

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 4/13/2026 to 5/25/2026

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Teachers often find it difficult to implement lessons that help students go beyond rote memorization and repetitive calculations. In fact, institutional norms and habits that permeate all classrooms can actually be enabling "non-thinking” student behavior. Sparked by observing teachers struggle to implement rich mathematics tasks to engage students in deep thinking, Peter Liljedahl has translated his 15 years of research into this practical guide on how to move toward a thinking classroom.

Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics helps teachers in grades K-12 implement 14 optimal practices for thinking that create an ideal setting for deep mathematics learning to occur. This guide provides the what, why, and how of each practice and answers teachers' most frequently asked questions, includes firsthand accounts of how these practices foster thinking through teacher and student interviews and student work samples, offers a plethora of macro moves, micro moves, and rich tasks to get started, and organizes the 14 practices into four toolkits that can be implemented in order and built on throughout the year. When combined, these unique research-based practices create the optimal conditions for learner-centered, student-owned deep mathematical thinking and learning, and have the power to transform mathematics classrooms like never before.

This book study is intended for K-12 math educators, including both general education and special education teachers.

Participants will need a device to access the Schoology platform AND procure their own copy of the book. ISBN: 978-1544374833

21. The Power of Nursery Rhymes and Classic Tales CTLE Approved

Program: SLV Teachers' Learning Center CTLE #3124

Dates: 4/13/2026

Nursery rhymes and classic tales aren't just for fun-they're foundational for developing early literacy skills. This workshop will provide you with engaging activities to support phonemic awareness, comprehension, and storytelling. Participants will practice creating their own nursery rhyme games and read-alouds, leaving with new ideas to bring classic literature to life in your classroom.

22. Vivacious Vocabulary Instruction

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 4/14/2026

In this workshop, we'll dive into the fascinating research behind vocabulary instruction, explore the tiers of words in the English language, and unpack proven strategies that make vocabulary stick. Whether you're teaching budding readers or advanced learners, this session will give you the tools to unlock the power of words and build your students' language skills like never before!

Participants will walk away with a fresh framework for vocabulary instruction that's practical, engaging, and results-driven. From selecting the right words to making them memorable, we'll cover it all! Say goodbye to boring word lists and hello to vibrant, impactful lessons your students will love.

REGISTRATION: 8-8:30 a.m. ~ SESSION: 8:30 a.m.- 3:00 p.m.

23. CSE Chairperson Meeting - SLLBOCES

Program: Special Education CTLE #755

Dates: 4/16/2026

Networking

24. Know Better, Do Better Comprehension: Fueling the Brain with Knowledge, Vocabulary, and Rich Language BOOK STUDY

Program: SLV Teachers' Learning Center CTLE #3124

Dates: 4/20/2026 to 6/1/2026

Proficient readers employ knowledge beyond the foundations of sounds and symbols. Educators Meredith and David Liben shed light on how vocabulary, knowledge, and language structure impact literacy and what you can do to promote & develop these crucial elements of Scarborough's Reading Rope. This self-paced book study takes a look at the abstract act of understanding, digs into why each text presents unique challenges, and identifies effective practices you can implement now and, in the future, to help readers help themselves.

THE BOOK IS NOT PROVIDED - PARTICIPANTS MUST PROCURE A COPY - ISBN: 978-1-5461-1387-4
PARTICIPANTS WILL NEED ACCESS TO SCHOOLOGY
PARTICIPANTS COMPLETING THE BOOK STUDY WILL RECEIVE A DISTRICT PAID STIPEND THROUGH THE SLVTLC AT NO COST TO THE DISTRICT

25. Making Words Stick: A Four-Step Instructional Routine to Power Up Orthographic Mapping by Molly Ness & Katie Pace Miles

Program: SLV Teachers' Learning Center CTLE #3124

Dates: 4/20/2026 to 5/25/2026

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The average reader instantly recognizes 30,000 to 70,000 words - with no need to sound them out. How does this happen? It's through a process called orthographic mapping. This book explains the process by which readers embed words into long-term memory and the instruction necessary for that to happen. K-5 teachers will learn how to connect decoding, encoding and meaning through a four-step, research-based, classroom-tested routine that accelerates students' abilities to lift words off the page and capture them in reading and writing.

Making Words Stick is part of The Science of Reading in Practice series by Scholastic and expertly blends current research with practical, ready-to-implement teacher resources.

"Making Words Stick is not only bursting with practical guidance for planning smart decoding and spelling lessons but also offers clear evidence-based explanations for why such lessons will work. It is a must-have for any elementary teacher's bookshelf." - Timothy Shanahan, Distinguished Professor Emeritus, University of Illinois at Chicago.

This program will run as an online, asynchronous experience including activities/responses in Schoology (the learning management system). Participation in the course will consist of 4 weeks of reading and responding tasks and a final week for the development of an implementation plan.

Participants must procure their own copy of the book. Individuals completing the entire book study will receive a district paid stipend through the SLVTLC at no cost to the district.

26. Organization Hacks for Literacy Teachers CTLE Approved

Program: SLV Teachers' Learning Center CTLE #3124

Dates: 4/20/2026

Keeping materials organized is key to maintaining an efficient and productive classroom. In this session, we'll explore creative storage solutions for everything from classroom libraries to literacy games and activities. Participants will engage in a hands-on organization challenge, leaving with practical systems for keeping their teaching resources accessible and easy to use.

27. McKinney-Vento Liaison & Mentor Consortium Meeting #2 - Community Outreach Event

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 4/22/2026

Starting Soon

Join us on April 22nd for our annual Community Outreach Event for ALL McKinney-Vento staff, district Social Workers and school Counselors. This event counts as the McKinney-Vento Liaisons & Mentors Consortium Meeting #2. We will work with local community agencies to offer our M-V population additional resources. This will be an in-person full day event at SLL BOCES in the conference rooms. Registration is from 8:00-8:30 with our day starting promptly at 8:30 with our welcome. A light breakfast and full lunch will be provided. Our day will conclude at 3:00 pm.

28. Understanding Intervention: Overview of Tiered Intervention in Schools

Program: North Country Regional Partnership-Roof Top

Dates: 4/22/2026

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Understanding Intervention: Overview of Tiered Intervention in Schools is designed to support schools in (a) identifying how academic interventions are used in schools, (b) understanding the elements of high-quality intervention, and (c) matching interventions to student need. After ensuring a school's tier 1 environment is sound, as this is where most students with disabilities receive their education, staff and teachers should be taught the "ingredients" of high-quality intervention and practice matching intervention to demonstrate student need.
Participants will:
understand the elements and practices of each tier of instruction.
become familiar with distinguishing features of intensive instruction and intervention.
understand the use of the Instructional Hierarchy for planning intervention.
learn about the Taxonomy of Intervention and its application to intervention.

29. Understanding Intervention: Overview of Tiered Intervention in Schools (By invitation only)

Program: North Country Regional Partnership-Roof Top

Dates: 4/23/2026

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Understanding Intervention: Overview of Tiered Intervention in Schools is designed to support schools in (a) identifying how academic interventions are used in schools, (b) understanding the elements of high-quality intervention, and (c) matching interventions to student need. After ensuring a school's tier 1 environment is sound, as this is where most students with disabilities receive their education, staff and teachers should be taught the "ingredients" of high-quality intervention and practice matching intervention to demonstrate student need.
Participants will:
understand the elements and practices of each tier of instruction.
become familiar with distinguishing features of intensive instruction and intervention.
understand the use of the Instructional Hierarchy for planning intervention.
learn about the Taxonomy of Intervention and its application to intervention.

30. Understanding Intervention: Overview of Tiered Intervention in Schools

Program: North Country Regional Partnership-Roof Top

Dates: 4/23/2026

Starting Soon

Understanding Intervention: Overview of Tiered Intervention in Schools is designed to support schools in (a) identifying how academic interventions are used in schools, (b) understanding the elements of high-quality intervention, and (c) matching interventions to student need. After ensuring a school's tier 1 environment is sound, as this is where most students with disabilities receive their education, staff and teachers should be taught the "ingredients" of high-quality intervention and practice matching intervention to demonstrate student need.
Participants will:
understand the elements and practices of each tier of instruction.
become familiar with distinguishing features of intensive instruction and intervention.
understand the use of the Instructional Hierarchy for planning intervention.
learn about the Taxonomy of Intervention and its application to intervention.

31. SLVTLC Policy Board Meeting CTLE Approved

Program: SLV Teachers' Learning Center CTLE #3124

Dates: 4/23/2026

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This meeting will utilize local educators and administrators in the SLVTLC consortium to meet as a board and collectively ensure that Teacher Center grant money is being utilized with the following motto in mind: A source for teachers, a promise for students. SLVTLC board members will collaborate as a team, learn new skills (TBD), and share resources for the common good of the group.

32. Understanding Challenging Student Behavior: Prevention, Reflection, and Response

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 4/23/2026

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This workshop will examine evidence-based behavior support strategies that can be implemented daily to foster a positive classroom climate, proactively meet student needs, and reduce the likelihood of crisis situations. Participants will review the Conflict Cycle model and explore how adult responses, personal triggers, and emotional reactions can unintentionally escalate student behavior.

The session will focus on practical strategies to remain regulated and maintain professional boundaries while upholding clear classroom expectations. Participants will leave with tools to effectively prevent escalation, respond thoughtfully to challenging behavior, and support a safe, structured learning environment.

33. Understanding Dyslexia

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 4/27/2026 to 4/29/2026

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A multi-day workshop focused on understanding dyslexia and how it impacts reading, spelling, and writing. Participants will learn how to interpret student errors to inform instruction; and engage in modeling and guided practice to support instructional decision-making. The session emphasized practical applicant and is designed to support educators delivering literacy instruction and intervention across grade levels

REGISTRATION: 8:00-8:30 a.m. ~ SESSION: 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

34. Professionalism in Education: Leading with Confidence CTLE Approved

Program: SLV Teachers' Learning Center CTLE #3124

Dates: 4/27/2026

Starting Soon

In this session, we'll explore the behaviors and practices that exemplify professionalism in education. From building positive relationships to maintaining clear communication, we'll cover strategies for being a confident and effective educator. Participants will learn how to lead a book study using the Schoology platform.

35. Assessment Essentials Parts 1 and 2 (By invitation only)

Program: North Country Regional Partnership-Roof Top

Dates: 4/29/2026

The Assessment Essentials Part 1 provides participants with foundational knowledge vital for academic assessment. Participants will learn why academic assessments are an important and necessary tool for educational success, the language of academic assessment, the types of information assessments provide, and how to pick the right assessment for their students.
Participants will be able to:
Explain the importance of assessment for providing high-quality instruction to all students.
Describe a variety of assessments using essential terminology.
Explain the resulting scores from various assessment types.
Use a process for identifying high-quality assessment tools that match student needs.
The Assessment Essentials Part 2: Curriculum-Based Measurement training dives deeper into one of the key assessment areas of reading and math skills: curriculum-based measurement (CBM). Participants will learn what CBM is, common skills CBM can evaluate, availability of CBM administration packages, the versatility of CBM, how to administer and score CBM, and how to interpret results.
Participants will be able to:
Describe CBM and how it can be used.
Explain why CBM is a valuable assessment tool for teaching.
Administer and score an oral reading fluency CBM.
Interpret results of an oral reading fluency CBM.

36. An Overview of Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) (Malone Bus Garage)

Program: North Country Regional Partnership-Roof Top

Audience: Special education and general education teachers and administrators, paraprofessionals, related services professionals, guidance/school counselors, and work-based learning (WBL) coordinators.

Dates: 4/30/2026

Location: Malone CSD Bus Garage

Collaborative transition planning between students, schools, and community organizations such as Adult Career and Conitnuing Education Services - Vocational Rehabilitation (ACCES-VR) is essential for supporting students with disabilities prepate for the life after high school. This training will focus on reviewing Pre-ETS, integrating Pre-ETS into transition-focused individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and highlight how strong community partnerships ensure successful outcomes.

37. Highly Effective Teaching: Augmenting APL Effective Teaching with the Science of Learning

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 4/30/2026

What happens when tried-and-true instructional practices meet what we now know about how the brain actually learns? This dynamic workshop puts a fresh, evidence-informed spin on APL's Effective Teaching framework, helping educators take their practice and student learning to new heights. Participants will explore how the Science of Learning elevates familiar strategies, sharpening their impact and ensuring instructional moves are not just intuitive, but intentionally aligned to how students process, retain, and transfer knowledge.

Grounded in classroom reality, this session revisits core APL instructional techniques such as note taking, the Rule of 10-2 and 5-1, clear directions, extended wait time, exit tickets, and explicit vocabulary instruction. Each strategy is thoughtfully infused with insights from cognitive science, revealing why these practices work and how small, purposeful adjustments can dramatically improve learning outcomes. Educators will leave with renewed confidence, practical refinements, and a deeper understanding of how to pair effective teaching with the science behind learning for lasting impact.

38. Next-Level Dyslexia Instruction: Advanced Lesson Planning for Whole and Small Groups

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 4/30/2026

This one-day advanced session is designed for educators who have completed foundational training in dyslexia and structured literacy (e.g., a 3-day Understanding Dyslexia seminar).

This workshop does not cover basic dyslexia concepts or teach a specific program. Instead, it focuses on strengthening educators' instructional decision-making, particularly in determining what comes next for students in whole-class, small-group, and intervention settings.

Participants will learn to Use student data and error patterns to guide lesson planning, understand how phonology, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and morphology interact within instruction, plan explicit, cumulative lessons without relying on scripts or programs, and apply structured literacy principles flexibly across whole-group and skill-based small groups.

Teachers will leave with a clear mental framework for planning instruction, increased confidence in their decisions, and practical planning routines they can apply immediately.

REGISTRATION: 8:00-8:30 a.m. ~ SESSION: 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

39. NYSED Performance-Based Learning and Assessment in Middle & High School Hybrid Event

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 4/30/2026

This event, which will be a hybrid webinar with in-person discussions and presentations, will provide New York State administrators and school leaders with an opportunity to engage in regional discussions about approaches to performances-based learning and assessment (PBLA) that support local implementation of NY Inspires and NY's Educational Assessment Strategy in middle and high school. Please note that to attend this event, you must attend in person at a BOCES or Big 5 designated site.

REGISTRATION: 8-8:30 a.m. ~ SESSION: 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. LUNCH PROVIDED

40. McKinney-Vento Spring Book Study - Big Kids, Bigger Feelings by Alyssa Campbell

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 5/3/2026 to 6/14/2026

Closed

Join us for a McKinney-Vento book study on Big Kids, Bigger Feelings by Alyssa Blask Campbell, a powerful follow-up to Tiny Humans, Big Emotions. You must be a M-V Mentor, Liaison, Support Leader, or DTST member to join. Together, we'll explore how to support children's growing emotional worlds as they develop independence, social awareness, and self-regulation. Participants will learn how to apply the Collaborative Emotion Processing (CEP) Method to help kids navigate frustration, friendship challenges, and big transitions with confidence and empathy. This study is ideal for educators, caregivers, and parents who want practical strategies to foster emotional intelligence, resilience, and healthy communication in the elementary years and beyond. Books will be purchased for all participants who attend her March 12th PD at SLL BOCES. If unable to attend and there are extra copies, your book will be delivered to your district via van mail once your registration is approved in MLP. (If you decide not to participate, please return your book to Brooke Santamont at SLL BOCES.) The book study will be facilitated through Google Classroom. One week prior to the start date, you will receive an email with the access code and additional details. Tonya Grimmke from PH CSD will be facilitating this book study. Participants who complete the book study in full will receive a $250 stipend. Please note that partial completion will not be compensated. Important Payment Information: To receive your stipend, you must complete all required tax forms (I-9 and W-4) and present appropriate identification before the first session-if you have not done so recently. Accepted documentation includes: U.S. Passport or Passport Card Driver's license or School ID with a photo Voter registration card AND original Birth Certificate or Social Security card We're excited to learn and grow together-hope you'll join us!

41. An Overview of Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) (SLL BOCES)

Program: North Country Regional Partnership-Roof Top

Audience: Special education and general education teachers and administrators, paraprofessionals, related services professionals, guidance/school counselors, and work-based learning (WBL) coordinators.

Dates: 5/5/2026

Collaborative transition planning between students, schools, and community organizations such as Adult Career and Conitnuing Education Services - Vocational Rehabilitation (ACCES-VR) is essential for supporting students with disabilities prepate for the life after high school. This training will focus on reviewing Pre-ETS, integrating Pre-ETS into transition-focused individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and highlight how strong community partnerships ensure successful outcomes.

42. Exploring NYSED's Numeracy Briefs: Connecting Ideas to Classroom Practice

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 5/6/2026 to 5/21/2026

Dive into NYSED's Numeracy Briefs and discover how research-driven ideas translate into powerful classroom practice. This professional learning series guides educators through each brief, unpacking the "why" behind the guidance while spotlighting practical, ready-to-use strategies for instruction. Participants will build a clear understanding of the Numeracy Briefs and explore how they align with the NYS Next Generation Mathematics Learning Standards and the Standards for Mathematical Practice-ensuring that theory and standards work hand in hand to strengthen daily teaching.

Through collaborative learning and hands-on application, educators will connect the briefs to high-leverage instructional strategies and begin applying them in their own classrooms with confidence. Together, participants will examine the relationships among the Numeracy Briefs, the learning standards, and the mathematical practices, while learning alongside colleagues from across the region. This shared exploration fosters professional dialogue, collective problem-solving, and a growing community committed to improving numeracy instruction for all students.

43. Drug Impairment for Educational Professionals (DITEP)

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 5/7/2026 to 5/8/2026

In partnership with the New York State Police, SLL BOCES is offering the Drug Impairment for Educational Professionals Class. This is a 16-hour course run over two days. Topics include:

Day 1
Introduction
Drugs in Society
Policy, Procedures and Rules
Overview of Alcohol
Drug Identification, Categories and Effects
Contacting Parents
References

Day 2
Eye Examinations
Vital Signs
Divided Attention Tests
Poly Drugs
Assessment Process
Talking Points
Conclusion

44. Phonics & Word Recognition: Establishing the Foundations for Reading Success (Virtual)

Program: North Country Regional Partnership-Roof Top

Audience: General Education Teachers, Literacy/Reading Instructors, Special Education Teachers, Administrators

Dates: 5/7/2026

The purpose of this training is to help participants gain a greater understanding of the Science of Reading; specifically, what phonics and word recognition is and how crucial this skill set is to the foundation of reading success. Participants will explore what skills to teach when, and how to teach these skills for students to master phonics and word recognition. The training will also provide context for the importance of using assessments to improve the effectiveness of phonics instruction for students. To overcome equity barriers, educators need to focus on systemic, explicit instruction to teach the skills supported by the science of reading.

45. Unboxing a Program: Teacher Manual 101 CTLE Approved

Program: SLV Teachers' Learning Center CTLE #3124

Dates: 5/11/2026

Get overwhelmed when starting with a new program or want to take a peek at an explicit/systematic phonics program? This session will help you navigate literacy kits and teacher manuals, breaking down the materials and steps needed to implement them successfully. Participants will practice unpacking a curriculum kit and creating a week's worth of lesson plans. You'll leave with strategies for getting the most out of your resources and making planning easier and more efficient.

46. The Science of Learning for Math Teachers

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 5/12/2026

Math teachers are experts in content, yet far too often they are left without clear guidance on how to teach mathematics in ways that align with how students actually learn. This engaging workshop bridges that gap by shifting the focus from what we teach in math to how we teach it. Grounded in evidence-informed research on memory and cognition, the session equips educators with practical insights to elevate mathematical understanding, improve retention, and drive stronger student outcomes across grade levels.

Participants will explore essential Science of Learning concepts that directly translate to effective math instruction, including the information processing model, cognitive load, worked examples and fading, atomization of content, the distinction between declarative and procedural memory, and the powerful role of retrieval practice. Each topic is connected to real classroom decisions, helping teachers design lessons that reduce overload, build fluency, and support deep conceptual understanding. Educators will leave with a clearer instructional lens, concrete strategies, and a renewed confidence in applying cognitive science to math teaching for meaningful, lasting impact.

47. McKinney-Vento Liaison & Mentor Consortium Meeting #3 - End of Year Tasks and Duties

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 5/13/2026

Please join us for our McKinney-Vento Liaison & Mentor Consortium Meeting #3 at SLL BOCES. We will highlight our successes, continue to network and build connections, and discuss the end of year documentation tasks. We will meet in the main Conference Rooms beginning at 8:30AM. We will conclude our session by 11:30am

48. Math Running Records for Addition: Assessing Basic Addition Fact Fluency in Grades K-3

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 5/14/2026

Have you ever felt frustrated that your students don't know the basic addition facts? Have you wished it were possible to identify a student's instructional level in math, as we can for reading? Are you looking for a progress monitoring tool to strengthen your MTSS for elementary math? If so, you are definitely not alone! Topics to be covered in this workshop include: What does it mean to be fluent with the basic math facts, the four pillars of basic math fact fluency, the research-based progression of instructional levels for the basic addition facts, and how to use the Math Running Record to assess all four pillars of basic addition fact fluency and then use the results to plan for instruction. This workshop is appropriate for those who teach or support the teaching of math in grades K-3. Please bring a device with you to this workshop.

49. Models Schools Site Administrator Meeting

Program: Model Schools CTLE #755

Dates: 5/18/2026

The AGENDA will include: A preview of upcoming professional learning, discussion regarding district issues with technology apps and needs, the current rollout of the NYS Computer Science and Digital Fluency Learning Standards, and a view and discussion on emerging technology including AI for teachers/schools.

50. Next Steps for SDI (SLL)

Program: North Country Regional Partnership-Roof Top

Dates: 5/19/2026

The Next Steps with Specially Designed Instruction professional development training package is the second in a suite of trainings on the development and use of specially designed instruction (SDI) for students with disabilities. This advanced level training is intended to further develop participants' knowledge of specially designed instruction and how SDI should be designed and developed based on individual student need to address learning barriers. Participants will be trained on how specially designed instruction is used alongside other instructional strategies and the process of developing appropriate specially designed instruction based on individual student needs and characteristics.

• Participants will be able define and describe specially designed instruction.

• Participants will be able to identify what instructional strategies may work to close gaps based on different characteristics of each student.

• Participants will be able to examine what SDI might look like in the classroom.

• Participants will examine the elements of the IEP and recognize how and where SDI for the student should be included in the IEP.

• Participants will be able to apply their knowledge of SDI to complete student summary sheets and write comprehensive IEPs. Case studies and activities will be used throughout the workshop so that participants can apply this knowledge to their work with students with disabilities.

51. Suicide Safety for Teachers and School Staff

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 5/19/2026

This training is designed to meet the basic needs of school staff. Emphasis is on recognizing warning signs, clarifying the referral process in place at school, and making a warm handoff.

52. Helping Students at Risk for Suicide

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 5/20/2026

The focus of this full-day workshop is to incorporate the process for assessing, intervening, safety planning, and following up when there is concern that a student may be at-risk for suicide. The goals are two-fold: to improve the competence and confidence of school-based staff to intervene when suicide risk is identified and to assist school leaders with developing standardized policies and procedures to support best practices in suicide intervention.

53. The Pyramid Model- Promoting Social and Emotional Competence; Preschool Training (CVES)

Program: North Country Regional Partnership-Roof Top

Audience: Early childhood program administrators, teachers, technical assistance providers and special education providers of preschool and early elementary age children and their families.

Dates: 5/20/2026

Promoting social-emotional development is core to the Pyramid Model. This module provides training on the practices for teaching friendship skills, emotional literacy, self-regulation, and problem-solving. Participants will explore the Pyramid Model and learn strategies for teaching friendship skills, emotional literacy, self-regulation, and problem-solving in developmentally appropriate ways. The session also highlights culturally responsive practices and ways to meaningfully include families in supporting children's social-emotional growth. Educators will leave with a clearer understanding of the Stages of Learning and practical strategies and resources they can apply in their classrooms.

54. Classroom Management (CVES)

Program: North Country Regional Partnership-Roof Top

Audience: Administrators, teachers, other service providers, other school staff

Dates: 5/27/2026 to 6/4/2026

Location: 1443 Military Turnpike, Plattsburgh, NY 12901

Participants will meet the learning objectives below to support classroom management in academic classrooms and academic expectations for students. Participants will learn to apply strategies for students with diverse behavioral and academic needs. 1. Understand the importance of building relationships with students to improve classroom management practices 2. Learn foundational behavioral theory and practices to support effective classroom management 3. Explain evidence-based classroom management practices and identify when to use them 4. Develop a classroom management action plan that applies the practices presented in this professional development opportunity

55. How We Learn: An Intro to the Science of Learning

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 5/28/2026

Ready to rethink how learning really happens? Join us for "How We Learn: An Introduction to the Science of Learning," an eye-opening session designed to explore what learning actually means and how we can improve it. We'll take a closer look at the mechanics behind memory, from how we process information in the moment to how we store it for the long term. Whether you are a teacher, coach, or leader, understanding how the brain works is a powerful way to boost outcomes and help learning stick.

In this session, we will break down key concepts from cognitive science in a way that is clear, practical, and easy to apply. You will explore the information processing model, examine the limits of working memory, understand how knowledge moves into long-term memory, and learn how to reduce cognitive load to support better focus and retention. You'll leave with science-backed knowledge that you can use right away to create more effective, brain-friendly learning environments.

56. Specially Designed Instruction for Administrators

Program: North Country Regional Partnership-Roof Top

Audience: General Education Administration, Special Education Principals, CSE Chairs

Dates: 6/1/2026

This training is intended to further develop administrator's knowledge of SDI and how it should be designed and developed based on individual student need to address learning barriers. Administrators will be able to define SDI, recognize how to differentiate SDI from general education, identify what SDI looks like in the classroom setting, and gain necessary skills for supervision of implementation of SDI.

57. Reading Fluency: Establishing the Foundations for Reading Success

Program: North Country Regional Partnership-Roof Top

Audience: General Education Teachers, Special Education Teachers, Literacy/Reading Instructors, and Administrators

Dates: 6/2/2026

The Reading Fluency: Establishing the Foundations for Reading Success training dives deeper into one of the key instructional areas of reading: fluency. Participants will learn what reading fluency is, what the Science of Reading (SOR) can teach us about the critical elements of reading fluency, how it develops over time, and how best to teach this skill to support overall reading development. Additionally, information about how to use assessment to optimize student instruction in this area will be provided. The training will provide context for the importance of high-quality fluency instruction to issues of equity, legal responsibilities around providing instruction aligned with the SOR, and how to support students with diverse learning needs.

58. Incorporation of Research-Based Literacy Skills into Social Studies CTLE Approved

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 6/2/2026

It is challenging to balance the demands of teaching content at the secondary level while also supporting students' literacy skills. Educators often feel uncertain about how to implement effective literacy practices and where to access or design resources that can help their students thrive. Combining the latest research, workshop attendees will be exposed to a variety of literacy techniques to directly incorporate into a Social Studies classroom. This session provides teachers with lesser-known primary documents that are all aligned to the NYS Social Studies Framework (grades 6-12). Particular attention is given to supporting teachers in combining literacy-building techniques with stimulus-based multiple choice questions and various Regents-type essay formats, all towards the goals of simultaneously strengthening students' literacy skills and content knowledge.

59. Why Reading Comprehension is So Difficult to Achieve (and What We Can Do About it)

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 6/4/2026

Dive into the complexities of reading comprehension with our workshop titled "Why Reading Comprehension is So Difficult to Achieve (and What We Can Do About it)." Based on insights from the RAND Reading Study Group and volumes of research, this workshop illuminates the multifaceted nature of reading comprehension and the challenges students face in achieving proficiency.

Participants will explore the nuances of measuring comprehension beyond surface-level understanding, debunking myths about comprehension as merely a set of skills versus strategic processes.

Throughout this engaging professional learning experience, educators will gain practical strategies grounded in research to enhance reading comprehension for all learners. From developing metacognition to structures for promoting comprehension, participants will leave equipped with evidence-based approaches to promote deeper understanding and meaningful engagement with texts. Join us in unraveling the complexities of reading comprehension and discovering actionable methods to empower students as proficient and confident readers.

8-8:30 a.m. Registration; 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Session

60. CSE Chairperson Meeting - SLLBOCES

Program: Special Education CTLE #755

Dates: 6/4/2026

Networking

61. McKinney-Vento Summer Book Study - The Fostering Resilience Workbook: Strategies and Steps to Support Our Learners, Elementary Edition by Kristin Souers

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 6/7/2026 to 7/19/2026

Join us for a McKinney-Vento book study on The Fostering Resilience Workbook: Strategies and Steps to Support Our Learners, Elementary Edition, by Kristin Souers. You must be a M-V Mentor, Liaison, Support Leader, or DTST member and work with Elementary students to join. This book is a practical guide designed to help educators and caregivers nurture resilience, perseverance, and emotional well-being in children. Participants will explore actionable strategies to build strong connections, support self-regulation, and create classroom environments where students feel safe to take risks and learn from challenges. This study is perfect for teachers, counselors, and school leaders who want to strengthen students' coping skills and promote a culture of empathy, growth, and resilience in their schools. Books will be purchased for all participants and will be delivered to your district via van mail once your registration is approved in MLP. (If you decide not to participate, please return your book to Brooke Santamont at SLL BOCES.) The book study will be facilitated through Google Classroom. One week prior to the start date, you will receive an email with the access code and additional details. Megan Burke from Potsdam CSD will be facilitating this book study. Participants who complete the book study in full will receive a $250 stipend. Please note that partial completion will not be compensated. Important Payment Information: To receive your stipend, you must complete all required tax forms (I-9 and W-4) and present appropriate identification before the first session-if you have not done so recently. Accepted documentation includes: U.S. Passport or Passport Card Driver's license or School ID with a photo Voter registration card AND original Birth Certificate or Social Security card We're excited to learn and grow together-hope you'll join us!

62. Therapeutic Crisis Intervention for Schools (TCIS) Training of Trainers (TxT)

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 6/8/2026 to 6/12/2026

New

This intensive five-day TCIS train-the-trainer competency-based certification course provides school districts the opportunity to develop an in-house training capacity in the TCIS curriculum. Participants will develop knowledge, skills, and attitudes in the TCIS curriculum necessary to deliver the training to staff in their schools. Participants will have the chance to participate, practice, and receive feedback in conducting activities to gain immediate training experience. Training techniques such as role plays, small group discussions, guided fantasies, conducting practice sessions, and using audiovisual aids will be demonstrated. The curriculum is evidence informed and trauma sensitive. Participants will receive all the necessary materials to conduct the TCIS training program in their school district.

Participants will be able to: pro-actively prevent and/or de-escalate potential crisis situations with students, manage a crisis situation in a therapeutic manner, and if, necessary, intervene physically in a manner that reduces the risk of hurt to students and self, process the crisis event with students to help improve their coping stategies, and effectively deliver TCIS training in their schools.

63. How to Foster and Support Self-Determination in All Students

Program: North Country Regional Partnership-Roof Top

Dates: 6/10/2026

Self-Determination is a research-based predictor of post-school success in the areas of education, employment, and independent living. The purpose of this training is to foster and support the development of self-determination skills for students of all ages utilizing a collaborative school and family approach. It provides participants with foundational concepts, resources, and strategies to implement and incorporate practices that promote the development of self-determination throughout a student's day and across all ages.

64. SLVTLC Policy Board Meeting CTLE Approved

Program: SLV Teachers' Learning Center CTLE #3124

Dates: 6/18/2026

This meeting will utilize local educators and administrators in the SLVTLC consortium to meet as a board and collectively ensure that Teacher Center grant money is being utilized with the following motto in mind: A source for teachers, a promise for students. SLVTLC board members will collaborate as a team, learn new skills (TBD), and share resources for the common good of the group.

65. Ukeru Systems De-escalation Training (Train the Trainer)

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 6/23/2026 to 6/24/2026

New

Ukeru is a specialized system for de-escalation based upon the work at the Grafton school and rooted in research with trauma in mind. This training will provide the skills to promote verbal and nonverbal communication to convert/divert an aggressive individual, physical release techniques that keep both client and caregiver safe, and physical re-direction to avoid injury and self-harm.

Participants who complete the training at a satisfactory level will receive an Ukeru Certification which will allow them to train users within their district.

Registration: 8:00 a.m. ~ Session: 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

66. In-Person Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE)/Committee on Special Education (CSE) Chairperson Training (NFEC)

Program: North Country Regional Partnership-Roof Top

Audience: CSE and CPSE Chairs

Dates: 6/29/2026 to 7/2/2026

This training series of workshops will consist of four in-person days. Module 1 will be asynchronous work that you will complete independently. Other modules will include pre-work activities. Pre-work activities must be completed before the corresponding module. The Module 1 asynchronous work must be completed before Session 1. We will utilize Schoology for this training, so all materials, including some in-person materials, can be shared digitally. Participants will be provided with the Schoology link before the start date. In this series, Chairpersons will gain an in-depth understanding of effective practices in the following aspects of the Committee on Special Education. Topic schedule: Module 1. Regulatory Foundations review Module 2. Referral Module 3. Evaluation Module 4. Eligibility Module 5. IEP Development Module 6. IEP Implementation Review Module 7. Annual Review Module 8. Reevaluation Module 9. Effective Meetings Module 10. CPSE This training is designed for new chairpersons and veteran chairs, as all would also benefit from it and are welcome to attend. Interns are also welcome. Contact Danielle Emburey(danielle.emburey@sllboces.org) with any questions.

67. Turning Passive Students into Powerful Thinkers in K-8 Using Kagan Cooperative Learning

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 7/15/2026 to 7/16/2026

New

Cooperative Learning is an invaluable asset in any classroom. It not only makes lessons more enjoyable for students, but it also dramatically boosts their engagement. We've all seen those moments when students drift off yet still manage to nod along when questioned-clear signs that real learning isn't happening. By weaving Cooperative Learning into your instruction, those empty nods disappear. Instead, you'll hear students actively discussing, questioning, and critically analyzing the material in front of them. Kagan Cooperative Learning will be used.

68. Lead Teacher Evaluator Refresher Training CTLE Approved

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 7/17/2026

New

This session is for school administrators who have previously obtained their lead evaluator certificate. We will review updates to APPR, feedback cycles, evidence collection techniques, and much more!

PREREQUISITE: MUST HAVE ATTENDED INITIAL LEAD TEACHER EVALUATOR TRAINING

Participants should bring a computer/device.

69. McKinney-Vento DTST Summer Work with Sara Daniel (in-person)

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 7/20/2026 to 7/22/2026

Please join us in person as we welcome Sara Daniel for a special 2-day event in-person building knowledge surrounding Trauma Sensitivity. The DTST will take their knowledge from Sara's previous sessions to add another tool on their toolbelt focusing on the effective elements embedded around Trauma Sensitivity. On day 3, the DTST will have time to create a district and school wide plan for using the model for the upcoming school year, look at climate survey data (a combination of content building with work session).
DTST members will receive a stipend up to 18 hours. Administrators will not receive a stipend, but are highly encouraged to attend.

*Participants in attendance will need to bring acceptable documentation for identification purposes as BOCES will be paying your stipend. Proper identification is required on the day of the workshop for payment. For example, U.S. Passport/Passport Card/Driver's license/School ID card with photograph/Voter's registration card AND Original Birth Certificate/Social Security Account Number card.

70. Developing Your Local High School Assessment Strategy for Admin

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 7/22/2026

Developing Your Local High School Assessment Strategy for Admin" is a regionally focused leadership session designed to translate guidance from the New York State Education Department (NYSED) Office of State Assessment into actionable practice. Building upon key insights shared through NYSED's recent webinar, this event ensures that district and building administrators have direct access to the most current state-level expectations and frameworks. Participants will engage in a structured exploration of the NYSED District Assessment Procurement Protocol, using it as a practical tool to clarify, evaluate, and refine local assessment practices in an intentional and explicit manner. The session emphasizes coherence, alignment, and transparency in assessment decision-making.

In addition to deepening conceptual understanding, the session prioritizes applied leadership work. District teams will have dedicated time to collaborate and begin developing or refining their own high school assessment strategy, grounded in state guidance and responsive to local context. By the conclusion of the event, participating districts will be well-positioned to navigate the evolving landscape of graduation measures associated with the NY Inspires Initiative. Ultimately, this session equips administrative leaders with both the strategic framework and the practical momentum needed to ensure that assessment systems are purposeful, equitable, and forward-looking.

71. NoCo Middle Level Summer Institute Co-Sponsored with NYS Middle Level Assocation *CTLE

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 7/29/2026 to 7/30/2026

New

Two days of middle level professional learning including sessions led by the NYS Middle School Association members and middle level practitioners, regional networking activities, and enriching conversations about middle level education.

Please note that the participant limit for this session is informed by the presenter's discretion, contractual participant limitations, and the venue's seating capacity.

REDUCED PER PERSON REGISTRATION FEE FOR DISTRICTS SENDING A TEAM OF 5 OR MORE

PARTICIPANTS OUTSIDE OF SLL BOCES MUST SUBMIT A COMPLETED CROSS CONTRACT FORM TO dfisher@sllboces.org PRIOR TO THE START OF THE ACTIVITY

72. McKinney-Vento: Every Child, Every Day: Trauma-Informed Practices for Building Humanizing, Healing-Centered Classrooms [McKinney-Vento+ Offering]

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 8/5/2026

New

This full-day interactive workshop invites PreK1/412 educators including teachers, specialists, paraprofessionals, counselors, and administrators, to explore trauma-informed care not as a specialized intervention, but as a universal framework for how we show up for every student, every day.

Grounded in an understanding of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and adverse community events, including houselessness, poverty, and systemic oppression, participants will examine how chronic stress and trauma shape learning, behavior, and relationships in the classroom. Together, participants will explore what it means to truly humanize our classroom communities: building environments where all students feel seen, safe, and capable. The day will weave together the research on emotion regulation, social-emotional learning (SEL), and other frameworks as complementary tools in an educator's toolkit, while centering a proactive and preventative lens.

Educators will leave with concrete, immediately applicable, proactive strategies and classroom routines to implement in the coming year, and a renewed sense of the profound impact their role has on overall student wellbeing. Special attention will be given to bridging the gap between skills students may be learning in therapy or outside-of-school support and the everyday rhythms of the classroom, so that coping strategies become lived practices, instead of isolated lessons.

Cost: $150 for non-M-V participants

73. Impact by Design Conference

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 8/11/2026 to 8/13/2026

New

"Impact by Design" is a dynamic instructional design conference built to move beyond inspiration and into action. Grounded in high-quality professional learning, the experience is intentionally structured to strengthen educator expertise while providing dedicated time for teams to design, refine, and elevate their own district-specific curricular initiatives. Participants bring with them a desired project that connects to their purpose that matters most to their students and leave with tangible products ready to implement in the fall. The conference balances concise, evidence-informed learning sessions with extended planning time, ensuring that every insight gained is immediately translated into meaningful classroom application.

What sets "Impact by Design" apart is its commitment to building for implementation. Facilitators not only deliver focused professional learning, but remain alongside teams as thought partners throughout the design process, offering guidance, feedback, and expertise in real time. Teams will have the opportunity to engage deeply with priority areas such as climate education, personal finance, NY Inspires and the Portrait of a Graduate, the Science of Reading, Numeracy, and Effective Teaching Practices, as well as critical supports like de-escalation Practices, Integrated Co-Teaching, MTSS, AIS Best Practices, differentiation, and the Science of Learning. With an emphasis on both learning and planning, the conference ensures that participants return to their districts equipped with high-quality, ready-to-use materials and a renewed sense of purpose for the work ahead.

74. The Mentored Experience Program CTLE Approved

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 8/12/2026

The initial session will focus on fostering a positive mentoring relationship, an understanding of the expectations of the program, as well as professionalism. Participants will review certification requirements, explore the core competencies in SEL, identify the hallmarks of effective teaching, and develop the skills to give and receive feedback.

In addition to the Initial training, participants will engage in monthly asynchronous Google Classroom posts in September through May. Posts are designed to support professional growth and provide reflective opportunities in regard to professionalism, building rapport, developing resiliency, coachability, technology integration, effective communication, induction check-ins, and reflective practices.

NEW HIRES will participate in bi-monthly synchronous Zoom webinars in October, December, February, and April. These sessions are designed to provide support and targeted professional learning. Topics will include preparing for parent-teacher conferences, classroom management, technology integration, Google Classroom, CSE meeting procedures, and reorganizing instruction mid-year through curriculum mapping. Additional sessions will address certification requirements, retirement and financial planning, planning field trips, navigating state testing, participating in observations, implementing effective teaching strategies, and understanding priority standards. These webinars also allow time to share great or difficult teaching moments, ask questions, and connect with peers.

MENTORS will engage in a mid-year synchronous Zoom webinar in January. The focus will include reviewing progress, sharing district-specific insights, addressing challenges, and offering support and strategies. It will also provide an opportunity for mentors to collaborate and align efforts across districts as we move into the second half of the year.

CTLE credits and stipends will be based upon the actual time/sessions individuals attend.

75. One System, Every Student: Building a Trauma-Informed, Whole-Child MTSS That Includes Behavioral and Social-Emotional Support

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 8/13/2026 to 8/14/2026

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MTSS has a promise problem. In theory, it's a flexible, tiered framework that ensures every student gets what they need. In practice, it often becomes a funnel for academic intervention, leaving mental health, behavioral support, and social-emotional learning siloed, under-resourced, or bolted on as afterthoughts. This two-day working workshop is designed to begin to fix that.

Building and/or district teams will come together to learn, reflect, and do real work guided by a consultant who brings both research and practical experience to the table. The workshop is anchored in trauma-informed, equity-informed principles, and focuses on the structural and cultural shifts required to make MTSS function as the organizing framework for all of the supports and services a school provides. Through a combination of direct instruction and facilitated team work sessions, participants will engage in resource mapping, committee and initiative audits, addition-by-subtraction prioritization, and role clarity and alignment exercises. They will emerge after 2 days with a clearer picture of their current system and a concrete plan for building a better one.

76. LIFTER: Letter Identification and Formation for Transcription and Early Reading

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 8/19/2026

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Handwriting instruction is not only a necessity for students learning to physically write symbols, but it functions as a key process for committing recognition of symbols to long-term memory. Multiple studies of students from kindergarten to ninth grade benefit from explicit handwriting instruction. Come find out how this FREE tool from the IOWA Reading Research Center can be leveraged to work with your existing handwriting curriculum, and the three effective elements that show up repeatedly & why they work. If you have a current program in place, bring your curriculum guide, device and planning tools so you can tinker and get a jump on your fall planning.

77. School Library System Orientation and OPALS 101

Program: School Library System - CTLE #3234

Dates: 8/26/2026

School Library System Orientation and OPALS 101 training is for new and 'nearly new' school librarians, library assistants, and library aides. We will review School Library System services and resources so that library staff can serve students and educators in their districts effectively. Training will include information on interlibrary loan, database resources, Sora, purchasing and budgets, the online library catalog, and more. OPALS 101 will introduce the basics (loans, returns, loaned item reports, overdues, adding users, searching for books, setting the calendar for the OPAC), as well as looking at some of the features in Reports and Tools. There will be time to address any specific questions about library procedures and management that participants may have. (This session may be scheduled individually if there are fewer than 5 participants)

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