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. Virtual World Language Instructional Support

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 10/1/2025 to 5/13/2026

Early in 2025, several of us met to establish a Personalized World Language Instruction network, with the goal of continuing to expand our instructional skills to support each other at all point in our career, from new teachers through more seasoned. We shared our unique perspectives and wisdom.

This is only the beginning of a powerful source of support and growth: our colleagues. My goal is to provide a convenient tool for continuing our learning through the year.

I envision this to be office hours, where teachers can meet for support, to share successful lessons and trouble shoot issues when they arise. Participation is as needed and voluntary. I will be available at those times, but I invite the insights of other participation. Once a month, we van meet for an hour, from our classrooms or homes, to check in and support each other.

Each quarterly meeting will have a timely theme, like starting off strong, surviving the week before the holidays, finding energy in March, and finishing strong.

4. 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.

5. CSE Chairperson Meeting - SLLBOCES

Program: Special Education CTLE #755

Dates: 10/2/2025

Networking

6. 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.

7. 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

8. CSE Chairperson Meeting - SLLBOCES

Program: Special Education CTLE #755

Dates: 12/11/2025

Networking

9. 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

Closed

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!

10. 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.

11. An Introduction to the New York State Computer Science & Digital Fluency Standards CTLE Approved

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 2/1/2026 to 3/31/2026

The 2025-2026 course will have an infusion of Artificial Intelligence professional learning embedded in the course. This should be a hidden listing, as I am only allowing certain people to enroll off of our list.

An Introduction to the New York State Computer Science & Digital Fluency Standards" is a comprehensive online, asynchronous course designed to familiarize educators with the essential principles and applications of the NYS CS & DF Standards. No matter which age range or subject you teach, this course offers a structured exploration into the foundational elements of computer science and digital fluency as outlined by the New York State Standards.

Throughout this engaging and self-paced program developed and administered by SUNY Potsdam, participants will delve into key topics such as computational thinking, impacts of computing, networks and systems design, cybersecurity, and digital literacy. By examining real-world examples and practical classroom strategies, educators will gain the necessary tools to effectively implement these standards in diverse educational settings. Join us on this educational journey to not only understand the significance of these standards but also to empower yourself in preparing students for the digital world they will inherit. Enroll today and embark on a transformative learning experience that bridges theory with practical application in the realm of computer science and digital fluency.

Participants will receive a $250 stipend for completion of this course and will become eligible to write and submit three lesson plans for the integration of the NYS CS & DF Standards into your curriculum at a rate of $100 per lesson plan submitted. Individuals that complete this course and write three lesson plans will additionally receive $300 worth of technology of their choosing to implement the created lessons.

12. CSE Chairperson Meeting - SLLBOCES

Program: Special Education CTLE #755

Dates: 2/5/2026

Networking

13. 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

14. The Anxious Generation BOOK STUDY

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

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

Closed

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

15. 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

16. Rise to the Challenge Book Study

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

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

Closed

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

17. 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.

18. Engaging Activities to Boost Literacy CTLE Approved

Program: SLV Teachers' Learning Center CTLE #3124

Dates: 3/9/2026

Fill your teaching toolbox with fun and effective literacy activities! This workshop will include hands-on practice with a variety of literacy games and activities that support phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. You'll leave with a packet of resources and ideas to engage students in meaningful, fun literacy practice.

19. 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.

20. Business Teacher PLC

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

Dates: 3/13/2026

The business teachers PLC brings together educators from across our county to collectively embrace our shared love of learning and teaching. This session is designed to cultivate a regional network of like-subject educators through intentional community building, fostering collaboration that extends well beyond a single day.

Participants will build a foundational understanding of the NY Inspires initiative and the NYS Portrait of a Graduate, grounding big-picture vision in classroom reality. The day will conclude with a thoughtfully curated afternoon experience led by the PLC leader, shaped by their professional craft and their deep knowledge of what today's educators truly need. 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.

8-8:30 a.m. registration; 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.; lunch provided

21. Family and Consumer Science Regional PLC

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

Dates: 3/13/2026

The Family and Consumer Science PLC brings together educators from across our county to collectively embrace our shared love of learning and teaching. This session is designed to cultivate a regional network of like-subject educators through intentional community building, fostering collaboration that extends well beyond a single day.

Participants will build a foundational understanding of the NY Inspires initiative and the NYS Portrait of a Graduate, grounding big-picture vision in classroom reality.

This collaborative experience centers on the sharing of successful lesson plans, innovative instructional strategies, classroom management techniques, and practical teaching resources that participants can immediately bring back to their classrooms. Together, members will establish meaningful goals for continued collaboration, set a consistent monthly Zoom meeting schedule, and determine preferred communication channels to sustain momentum. Participants will also receive timely updates from the New York State Association of Family and Consumer Sciences Educators (NYSAFCSE), including professional development opportunities, membership news, and ways to deepen involvement in the field.

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.

22. Grade K PLC

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

Dates: 3/13/2026

The grade K PLC brings together educators from across our county to collectively embrace our shared love of learning and teaching. We gather in the hallowed halls of Satterlee Hall on SUNY Potsdam's campus, a place where many of our own education journeys began, to reconnect with purpose, practice, and one another. This session is designed to cultivate a regional network of like-subject educators through intentional community building, fostering collaboration that extends well beyond a single day.

Participants will build a foundational understanding of the NY Inspires initiative and the NYS Portrait of a Graduate, grounding big-picture vision in classroom reality. Attendees will also hear directly from a local educator who will share what is working in their district, offering practical insight and inspiration from the field. The day will conclude with a thoughtfully curated afternoon experience led by PLC leaders, shaped by their professional craft and their deep knowledge of what today's educators truly need.

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.

8-8:30 a.m. registration; 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.; lunch provided

23. Grades 1-2 PLC

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

Dates: 3/13/2026

The grades 1-2 PLC brings together educators from across our county to collectively embrace our shared love of learning and teaching. We gather in the hallowed halls of Satterlee Hall on SUNY Potsdam's campus, a place where many of our own education journeys began, to reconnect with purpose, practice, and one another. This session is designed to cultivate a regional network of like-subject educators through intentional community building, fostering collaboration that extends well beyond a single day.

Participants will build a foundational understanding of the NY Inspires initiative and the NYS Portrait of a Graduate, grounding big-picture vision in classroom reality. Attendees will also hear directly from a local educator who will share what is working in their district, offering practical insight and inspiration from the field. The day will conclude with a thoughtfully curated afternoon experience led by PLC leaders, shaped by their professional craft and their deep knowledge of what today's educators truly need.

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.

8-8:30 a.m. registration; 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.; lunch provided

24. Grades 3-4 PLC

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

Dates: 3/13/2026

The grades 3-4 PLC brings together educators from across our county to collectively embrace our shared love of learning and teaching. We gather in the hallowed halls of Satterlee Hall on SUNY Potsdam's campus, a place where many of our own education journeys began, to reconnect with purpose, practice, and one another. This session is designed to cultivate a regional network of like-subject educators through intentional community building, fostering collaboration that extends well beyond a single day.

Participants will build a foundational understanding of the NY Inspires initiative and the NYS Portrait of a Graduate, grounding big-picture vision in classroom reality. Attendees will also hear directly from a local educator who will share what is working in their district, offering practical insight and inspiration from the field. The day will conclude with a thoughtfully curated afternoon experience led by PLC leaders, shaped by their professional craft and their deep knowledge of what today's educators truly need.

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.

8-8:30 a.m. registration; 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.; lunch provided

25. Grades 5-6 PLC

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

Dates: 3/13/2026

The grades 5-6 PLC brings together educators from across our county to collectively embrace our shared love of learning and teaching. We gather in the hallowed halls of Satterlee Hall on SUNY Potsdam's campus, a place where many of our own education journeys began, to reconnect with purpose, practice, and one another. This session is designed to cultivate a regional network of like-subject educators through intentional community building, fostering collaboration that extends well beyond a single day.

Participants will build a foundational understanding of the NY Inspires initiative and the NYS Portrait of a Graduate, grounding big-picture vision in classroom reality. Attendees will also hear directly from a local educator who will share what is working in their district, offering practical insight and inspiration from the field. The day will conclude with a thoughtfully curated afternoon experience led by PLC leaders, shaped by their professional craft and their deep knowledge of what today's educators truly need.

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.

8-8:30 a.m. registration; 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.; lunch provided

26. Math Regional PLC

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

Dates: 3/13/2026

The math PLC brings together educators from across our county to collectively embrace our shared love of learning and teaching. We gather in the hallowed halls of Satterlee Hall on SUNY Potsdam's campus, a place where many of our own education journeys began, to reconnect with purpose, practice, and one another. This session is designed to cultivate a regional network of like-subject educators through intentional community building, fostering collaboration that extends well beyond a single day.

Participants will build a foundational understanding of the NY Inspires initiative and the NYS Portrait of a Graduate, grounding big-picture vision in classroom reality. Attendees will also hear directly from a local educator who will share what is working in their district, offering practical insight and inspiration from the field. The day will conclude with a thoughtfully curated afternoon experience led by PLC leaders, shaped by their professional craft and their deep knowledge of what today's educators truly need.

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.

8-8:30 a.m. registration; 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.; lunch provided

27. NCATA Regional Staff Day

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

Dates: 3/13/2026

Location: St. Lawrence County Arts Council in Potsdam

The March 2026 NCATA Staff Development Day applies to Art Teachers and their student teachers. Join us at the St. Lawrence County Arts Council in Potsdam for "A Day of Color" workshops and group discussions provided by the North Country Art Teachers Association and the St. Lawrence County Arts Council.

28. Northern Zone Association for Counselors and Development Professional Learning

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 3/13/2026

Location: Kingston Theater

AGENDA
8:30 1/4 11:30 AM
Presentation from the St. Lawrence County Human Trafficking Task Force

Representatives from the STLC Human Trafficking Task Force will present current human trafficking statistics specific to our local area. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of: what human trafficking is, identifiers and warning signs, best practices for responding to concerns, and how to properly make a report to the Task Force to ensure victims receive appropriate services and support.
This session will provide knowledge to help counselors recognize and respond effectively to potential cases within our schools and communities.

11:30 AM 1/4 12:30 PM
Lunch on your own

12:30 1/4 3:00 PM
Updates and Q&A from NYSSCA

Grade-Level Roundtable Discussions: Please bring a tool, resource, strategy, or new information that you are currently using in your district to share with colleagues.

29. Northern Zone NYS AHPERD Regional Day

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 3/13/2026

A Professional Development Day for coaches, health teachers, and physical education teachers focusing on enhancing skills and knowledge in areas such as student engagement, classroom management, new games and activities, and effective coaching strategies. The day includes multiple sessions, hands-on activities, as well as breakfast provided. The goal is to empower educators with tools and strategies that will help them support students physical and mental well-being both inside and outside the classroom.

30. Occupational Therapists PLC

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

Dates: 3/13/2026

The occupational therapists PLC brings together professionals from across our county to collectively embrace our shared love of learning and teaching. This session is designed to cultivate a regional network of service providers through intentional community building, fostering collaboration that extends well beyond a single day.

Participants will build a foundational understanding of the NY Inspires initiative and the NYS Portrait of a Graduate, grounding big-picture vision in classroom reality. Attendees will also hear directly from a local educator who will share what is working in their district, offering practical insight and inspiration from the field. The day will conclude with a thoughtfully curated afternoon experience led by the PLC leader, shaped by their professional craft and their deep knowledge of what today's professionals truly need.

8-8:30 a.m. registration; 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.; lunch provided

31. Reaching the Unreachable for Paraprofessionals: Adding to Our Behavior Management Toolbox

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 3/13/2026

Join Michael Grinder and Krista Grinder-Dettloff for a full day of training designed to help paraprofessionals connect with hard-to-reach students while strengthening their behavior management toolbox. Participants will learn practical, research-based strategies to engage diverse learners, use non-verbal techniques to de-escalate behaviors, and build relationships that endure even during challenging moments. This session is ideal for any teaching assistant or teacher aide seeking tools to manage today's students with confidence and clarity.

32. Regional PreK PLC: Supporting Young Learners Through Emotion Regulation and Positive Early Childhood Classroom Practices CTLE Approved

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 3/13/2026

This full-day professional learning experience will equip PreK educators with the knowledge and strategies needed to strengthen emotional regulation skills, both in themselves and in the young children they support, while fostering calm, predictable, and developmentally supportive classroom environments.

Participants will explore the developmental precursors to emotion regulation and examine the role of executive function in early childhood. Through discussion, modeling, and hands-on practice, educators will learn how to intentionally teach and reinforce emotional and social skills in ways that prevent or reduce challenging behaviors.

Participants will also learn practical, evidence-based classroom practices that promote consistency, connection, and reduced stress for both students and educators. Participants will explore systems and routines that help classrooms feel safe and predictable, along with concrete tools for establishing clear expectations, smoothing transitions, and strengthening teacher1/4child interactions. Educators will leave with ready-to-use strategies that support a more manageable, joyful, and emotionally grounded PreK

33. Science Regional PLC

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

Dates: 3/13/2026

The science PLC brings together educators from across our county to collectively embrace our shared love of learning and teaching. We gather in the hallowed halls of Satterlee Hall on SUNY Potsdam's campus, a place where many of our own education journeys began, to reconnect with purpose, practice, and one another. This session is designed to cultivate a regional network of like-subject educators through intentional community building, fostering collaboration that extends well beyond a single day.

Participants will build a foundational understanding of the NY Inspires initiative and the NYS Portrait of a Graduate, grounding big-picture vision in classroom reality. Attendees will also hear directly from a local educator who will share what is working in their district, offering practical insight and inspiration from the field. The day will conclude with a thoughtfully curated afternoon experience led by PLC leaders, shaped by their professional craft and their deep knowledge of what today's educators truly need.

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.

8-8:30 a.m. registration; 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.; lunch provided

34. Teaching the Holocaust- Regional ELA/SS PLC

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

Dates: 3/13/2026

This regional PLC is designed for English language arts and social studies educators, as well as anyone who teaches the Holocaust or explores its lessons in any form. Librarians and educators with a general interest in the topic are also warmly encouraged to attend. Teaching the Holocaust has always required care, sensitivity, and deep content knowledge, but in today's climate, with so many echoes of the past present in our world, this work feels both more complex and more urgent. This session offers a meaningful space for educators to come together, learn, and reflect on how we approach this essential history with students.

The session will be led by Becky Henderson-Howie, a central contributor to the development of Consider the Source's "Teaching the Holocaust and Other Genocides” instructional materials. Participants will engage with expert-informed perspectives, explore instructional approaches that support thoughtful and responsible teaching, and join a regional community of educators committed to helping students understand the past in ways that inform the present. Whether you currently teach the Holocaust, support instruction through resources, or simply want to deepen your understanding of this critical topic, this session welcomes you into an important and timely professional learning conversation.

8-8:30 a.m. registration; 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.; lunch provided

35. World Languages PLC

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

Dates: 3/13/2026

The World Languages PLC brings together educators from across our county to collectively embrace our shared love of learning and teaching. This session is designed to cultivate a regional network of like-subject educators through intentional community building, fostering collaboration that extends well beyond a single day.

Participants will build a foundational understanding of the NY Inspires initiative and the NYS Portrait of a Graduate, grounding big-picture vision in classroom reality. Attendees will also engage in a collective watch party of NYSED/R-BERN's webinars related to the instruction of world languages. These viewings will be accompanied by thoughtful discussion concerning the content and its application at the local level.

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.

36. The Right to Read: Libraries, Censorship, and the Stakes for Schools

Program: School Library System - CTLE #3234

Dates: 3/13/2026

School librarians and educators are invited to a screening of the new documentary "The Librarians". Participants will be led in a facilitated session including discussion prompts and action planning. The documentary explores how challenges to library collections have moved from isolated incidents to coordinated efforts with wide-ranging consequences. The film identifies the role librarians play in upholding principles of intellectual freedom and invites viewers to consider what these growing challenges mean for education, civic life, and students' right to learn. School Librarians will engage in a follow-up session at the March 31st SLS Day.

37. Oral Language and Vocabulary Development in Early Learners CTLE Approved

Program: SLV Teachers' Learning Center CTLE #3124

Dates: 3/16/2026

Oral language development is critical for literacy success. This workshop will focus on strategies to boost students' vocabulary and oral expression, including storytelling, interactive read-alouds, and classroom discussions. Participants will engage in role-play activities, working in groups to design vocabulary-building games and exercises that can be incorporated into everyday routines.

38. 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.

39. 7 Types of Comprehension Instruction CTLE Approved

Program: SLV Teachers' Learning Center CTLE #3124

Dates: 3/23/2026

Starting Soon

Strong reading comprehension requires more than just decoding-it's about equipping students with strategies to think deeply about text. In this session, we'll explore seven research-backed comprehension practices, including predicting, questioning, clarifying, summarizing, visualization, making connections, and monitoring understanding. Together, we'll break down how each strategy supports students' reading growth and how to model them effectively during instruction.

40. Understanding and Dealing with Challenging Student Behavior CTLE Approved

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 3/24/2026 to 3/25/2026

Starting Soon

In this two-day workshop, participants are provided with information regarding the various types of emotional problems/behaviors symptomatic of particular disturbances. Many times children do not choose to act inappropriately, but rather, can't control or manage their behavior/emotions without outside intervention. Participants will learn how children and youth are affected by brain development and the trauma and stress that can be part of that growth.

Participants will also become familiar with the characteristic behaviors of Disruptive Behavior and Personality Disorders to begin to recognize the need for a "prescriptive" approach as the success of interventions is linked to their efficacy with a particular type of behavior. Participants are made aware of the range of alternative intervention strategies and behavior management programs through an exploration of the cyclical nature of conflict; demonstrating how the way the student perceives, thinks, and feels is manifested in behavior, evokes a response from an adult/peer, and begins a cycle of escalation.

Behavioral first aid strategies are also introduced as ways of labeling what positive interventions can look like when addressing student behavior. By developing a shared vocabulary of names/labels to the techniques and examining when they should be used and when they are contraindicated, start can begin to plan interventions thereby increasing their effectiveness.

Registration: 8:15-8:30 a.m. ~ Session: 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

MINIMUM ENROLLMENT-10

41. Keeping Everyone Safe CTLE Approved

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

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

Starting Soon

One of the primary concerns staff members have is how to work with a student who is, or has the potential to become physically aggressive.

The primary goal of this two-day program is to equip staff with the knowledge and skills that will enable them to avoid and de-escalate crisis situations without the need for physical intervention. However, since physical intervention can be deemed necessary for the safety and well-being of the students, staff and environment, participants will also be taught non-aggressive intervention techniques.

This program includes: sources of aggressive behavior, stages of crisis development, keeping others safe, supportive verbal and non-verbal de-escalation strategies, physical responses to attack, supportive physical intervention and transport techniques, crisis team development, roles, and communication, talking with students after a crisis, and development of policies and procedural safeguards.

Registration: 8:15-8:30 a.m. ~ Session: 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

MINIMUM ENROLLMENT-10

42. The Latest in Social Studies Research CTLE Approved

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 3/27/2026

Starting Soon

As Social Studies educators, we know that the world is constantly changing. But, we rarely get a chance to update our knowledge with the latest developments in our field. This workshop will cover topics including: international, national, state curricular trends, recent research findings of best practices, judicial decisions and their implications for Social Studies education, approaching challenging curricular topics, and future directions for Social Studies education.

While this is targeted toward secondary level educators, any teacher with an interest in Social Studies will benefit from the workshop content. Participants will leave the workshop equipped with up to date, specialized knowledge about our field, empowered to thoughtfully approach their curriculum, and encouraged with ways to directly implement the content in this workshop into their classrooms.

43. Syllable Types and Why They Matter CTLE Approved

Program: SLV Teachers' Learning Center CTLE #3124

Dates: 3/30/2026

Understanding syllable types is essential for teaching reading and spelling. In this hands-on workshop, you'll explore the six syllable types and how to implement them in your classroom. Participants will engage in interactive activities like sorting words into syllable categories and will learn how to incorporate this knowledge into daily instruction for both early learners and more advanced readers.

44. Mind the Gap: Overcoming the Pitfalls and Chokepoints of Memory with the Science of Learning

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 3/31/2026

Learning isn't just about effort. It's about knowing how to avoid the traps that make that effort less effective. "Mind the Gap: Overcoming the Pitfalls and Chokepoints of Memory with the Science of Learning" is a practical, eye-opening session inspired by the work of Dr. Steven Chew and Blake Harvard. We will take a closer look at the common missteps students make when studying and the hidden chokepoints in our memory that hold learning back. From rereading to cramming, we will break down the strategies that feel productive but don't actually lead to lasting understanding.

This session is all about turning that insight into action. You will leave with research-backed strategies for spotting learning pitfalls early and navigating around the memory chokepoints that get in the way of deep learning. Through real classroom examples and clear explanations, you will learn how to help students store and retrieve information more effectively. Whether you are looking to sharpen your own practice or guide others toward better learning habits, this session delivers tools you can use right away.

45. An Overview of Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) (CVES Conference Center)

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: 3/31/2026

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.

46. School Library System Professional Learning Day #4 CTLE Approved

Program: School Library System - CTLE #3234

Dates: 3/31/2026

The School Library System will hold a full day of professional learning activities at the Educational Services Center for librarians and library staff. Even if you cannot attend all activities, please register for the full day. CTLE credit will be assigned based on the number of hours of attendance. All school librarians and library staff are strongly encouraged to attend!

8:30-11:30am: Professional Development Activities (details will be sent via email)
12:30 - 2:30pm: CC/Liaison Meeting
2:30 - 3:30pm: SLS Council Meeting

47. Next Steps for SDI (CVES)

Program: North Country Regional Partnership-Roof Top

Dates: 4/2/2026

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.

48. 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.

49. 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.

50. 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.

51. 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.

52. CSE Chairperson Meeting - SLLBOCES

Program: Special Education CTLE #755

Dates: 4/16/2026

Networking

53. Integrating Trauma-Sensitivity within a Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) Framework (NFEC)

Program: North Country Regional Partnership-Roof Top

Audience: Educational Organizations, Administrators, Teachers, Special educational teachers, Support staff.

Dates: 4/16/2026

This package describes the ways in which a public health crisis, school crisis and/or types of civic unrest may be significant sources of stress and/or trauma for the students whom we support. Additionally, it explains the biological, cognitive, emotional and behavioral effects of trauma on student development and the ways they in turn affect a student's academic and behavioral functioning in the classroom. The content explains how to use the data, systems, and practices components of a multi-tiered systems approach to behavior to provide differentiated evidence-based supports. The package allows Educational Organizations to explore and determine if their school-wide Tier 1 practices reflect a trauma-sensitive approach to responding to student behavior.

54. Explicit Vocabulary Instruction for Teachers (Virtual)

Program: North Country Regional Partnership-Roof Top

Audience: General Education Teachers, Special Education Teachers, Literacy/Reading Teachers, School Psychologists,& Administrators

Dates: 4/17/2026

PD on fostering vocabulary development in the classroom using explicit instruction. We recommend this training be delivered in para llel with the family version to foster student acquisition in multiple environments.

55. 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

New

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

56. 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

New

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.

57. 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.

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

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 4/22/2026

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.

59. SLVTLC Policy Board Meeting CTLE Approved

Program: SLV Teachers' Learning Center CTLE #3124

Dates: 4/23/2026

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.

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

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 4/23/2026

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.

61. Regional Science PLC CTLE Approved

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

Dates: 4/24/2026

Get ready to roll up your lab coat sleeves-our Regional Science PLC is back and better than ever! Led by none other than science Regional Teacher Leader Sean Ellison and science guru Kristen Remington-Donahue, this series is your go-to space for all things Next Gen Science Standards. Whether you're knee-deep in curriculum writing or just trying to decode the latest Regents assessments, this session will give you the clarity and tools you need to feel confident and connected.

From diving into the New York State Science Investigations to swapping your favorite classroom strategies with fellow science educators, this PLC is all about collaboration, implementation, and inspiration. It's not just professional learning, it's a community of passionate educators building the future of science instruction together. Come curious, leave empowered.

62. The Pyramid Model- Promoting Social and Emotional Competence; Preschool Training (Canton ESC)

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: 4/24/2026

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.

63. Understanding Dyslexia

Program: School Improvement CTLE #755

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

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.

64. Professionalism in Education: Leading with Confidence CTLE Approved

Program: SLV Teachers' Learning Center CTLE #3124

Dates: 4/27/2026

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.

65. 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.

66. 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.

67. 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.

68. 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

69. 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!

70. 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.

71. 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.

72. 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

73. 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.

74. 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.

75. 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

76. 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.

77. 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.

78. 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.

79. 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.

80. 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.

81. 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

82. 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.

83. 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.

84. 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.

85. 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

86. CSE Chairperson Meeting - SLLBOCES

Program: Special Education CTLE #755

Dates: 6/4/2026

Networking

87. School Library System Professional Learning Day #5 CTLE Approved

Program: School Library System - CTLE #3234

Dates: 6/4/2026

The School Library System will hold a full day of professional learning activities at the Educational Services Center for librarians and library staff. Even if you cannot attend all activities, please register for the full day. CTLE credit will be assigned based on the number of hours of attendance. All school librarians and library staff are strongly encouraged to attend!

8:30-11:30am: Professional Development Activities (details will be sent via email)
12:30 - 2:30pm: CC/Liaison Meeting
2:30 - 3:30pm: SLS Council Meeting

88. 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!

89. 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.

90. 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.

91. 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.

92. 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.

93. 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.

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