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1. SUICIDE SAFETY FOR TEACHERS & SCHOOL STAFF

Program: Regional Safety Services

Dates: 8/26/2025

SST is a 60 to 90-minute basic suicide prevention awareness training for school staff. The training emphasizes the critical, but limited, role of teachers and ancillary staff at school. This offering is appropriate for school-based professionals who provide staff development, mental health consulting, and training to school personnel.

2. Regional School Nurses Committee Meetings

Program: Regional Safety Services

Dates: 9/4/2025 to 5/14/2026

The Regional School Nurses Committee is a professional development and learning community that provides nurses, medical directors, and other school healthcare professionals with the latest updates on health and safety topics. The committee also offers valuable networking opportunities with other school districts and fosters dialogue between members and county and state partners. Additionally, special consultant members from local and regional organizations participate to share insights on current trends and deliver up-to-date training. This committee provides access to a variety of professional development opportunities to its members specific to their role in school health. In addition to the meetings, each year, a Nurse's Training Day is held over the summer where a variety of experts in the field of school health and safety provide training on a variety of topics trending and upon request from committee members.

3. SCI21 Enhanced Science 21: STEM Sims GRADE 3

Program: Science 21

Audience: 3

Dates: 9/11/2025 to 6/11/2026

Enhanced Science 21 - Preparing Students for the Elementary Level Science (ELS) Assessment Using Online Tools (Grade 3 Teachers)

Science 21 continues its mission to actively engage students with authentic science and engineering practices through hands-on and minds-on investigations in the classroom. Knowing that the ELS assesses students using online tools including but not limited to text boxes for constructed response items and drawing tools for constructing models, we are promoting an Enhanced version.

Teachers receive ongoing technical support on: creating and/or importing classes from Google Classroom; adding students; creating and viewing assignments (switching between teacher and student view); helping students submit completed assignments; grading notifications; reassigning student work for resubmission; exporting grades; strategically incorporating SAQs; and other technology needs that arise.

Teachers will pilot the STEM Sims platform throughout the 25-26 school year and will earn 4 CTLE credits for completing four feedback sessions. All sessions will be held virtually on Zoom from 3:30-4:30pm.

Space is limited to the first 50 Science 21 GRADE 3 teachers who register.

4. SCI21 Enhanced Science 21: STEM Sims GRADE 4

Program: Science 21

Audience: 4

Dates: 9/11/2025 to 6/11/2026

Enhanced Science 21 - Preparing Students for the Elementary Level Science (ELS) Assessment Using Online Tools (Grade 4 Teachers)

Science 21 continues its mission to actively engage students with authentic science and engineering practices through hands-on and minds-on investigations in the classroom. Knowing that the ELS assesses students using online tools including but not limited to text boxes for constructed response items and drawing tools for constructing models, we are promoting an Enhanced version.

Teachers receive ongoing technical support on: creating and/or importing classes from Google Classroom; adding students; creating and viewing assignments (switching between teacher and student view); helping students submit completed assignments; grading notifications; reassigning student work for resubmission; exporting grades; strategically incorporating SAQs; and other technology needs that arise.

Teachers will pilot the STEM Sims platform throughout the 25-26 school year and will earn 4 CTLE credits for completing four feedback sessions. All sessions will be held virtually on Zoom from 3:30-4:30pm.

Space is limited to the first 50 Science 21 GRADE 4 teachers who register.

5. SCI21 Enhanced Science 21: STEM Sims GRADE 5

Program: Science 21

Audience: 5

Dates: 9/11/2025 to 6/11/2026

Enhanced Science 21 - Preparing Students for the Elementary Level Science (ELS) Assessment Using Online Tools (Grade 5 Teachers)

Science 21 continues its mission to actively engage students with authentic science and engineering practices through hands-on and minds-on investigations in the classroom. Knowing that the ELS assesses students using online tools including but not limited to text boxes for constructed response items and drawing tools for constructing models, we are promoting an Enhanced version.

Teachers receive ongoing technical support on: creating and/or importing classes from Google Classroom; adding students; creating and viewing assignments (switching between teacher and student view); helping students submit completed assignments; grading notifications; reassigning student work for resubmission; exporting grades; strategically incorporating SAQs; and other technology needs that arise.

Teachers will pilot the STEM Sims platform throughout the 25-26 school year and will earn 4 CTLE credits for completing four feedback sessions. All sessions will be held virtually on Zoom from 3:30-4:30pm.

Space is limited to the first 50 Science 21 GRADE 5 teachers who register.

6. New York Education Policy Leadership Program ( NY EPLP)

Program: Center for Educational Leadership

Audience: Building and District Leaders

Dates: 9/12/2025 to 5/15/2026

The New York Education Policy Leadership Program (NY EPLP) is a unique, yearlong professional learning experience that focuses on policy, leadership, and networking. The program explores timely education policy and leadership issues at the macro, strategic level through immersive experiences and virtual, interactive sessions. "Putting Students First in Polarized Times” Schedule of 2025-26 Sessions

7. SCI21 *IN-PERSON* Grade K Unit Workshop COHORTA (3 meetings)

Program: Science 21

Audience: K

Dates: 9/15/2025 to 1/12/2026

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New NYSSLS-Aligned Science 21 Curriculum Professional Learning Workshop

IN-PERSON Professional Learning Sessions

This series of professional learning sessions introduces the New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS) at this grade level and focuses on how to operationalize them in classrooms. These sessions provide immersion tasks, so teachers experience how students are expected to use the three dimensions of the standards to make sense of core science ideas.

This professional learning is a series of sessions, each one centered on a new unit. Each session introduces and emphasizes the Science and Engineering Practices, Disciplinary Core Ideas, and Crosscutting Concepts of the standards outlined in every lesson. This experiential workshop provides time for teachers to unpack and perform the instructional techniques and explore student tasks before introducing the curriculum in classrooms!

Please note that teachers will be provided with a printed copy of the unit manual at their first learning session.

8. The Regional Forum for Secondary Principals

Program: Center for Educational Leadership

Audience: High School Principals

Dates: 9/16/2025 to 5/5/2026

*** NOVEMBER 25th SESSION CANCELLED ***

Join this network of regional secondary principals to learn and collaborate on topics specific to 6-12 leaders. Meetings will take place in-person monthly 8:00 am -10 am. Light Breakfast will be served for all in-person sessions.

This workshop is offered at no cost for Leadership and Student Support Services members.

The cost for this series is $350. If you are part of the Leadership and Student Support Services membership, the discounted rate will be reflected in your final billing. All participants should register at the standard rate.

To learn more about membership, please visit Leadership and Student Support Services.

9. SCI21 *IN-PERSON* Grade 3 Unit Workshop COHORTA (4 meetings)

Program: Science 21

Audience: 3

Dates: 9/16/2025 to 3/25/2026

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New NYSSLS-Aligned Science 21 Curriculum Professional Learning Workshop

IN-PERSON Professional Learning Sessions

Check your district's calendar to ensure that the Unit 4 session in April doesn't conflict with ELA/Math testing schedule.

This series of professional learning sessions introduces the New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS) at this grade level and focuses on how to operationalize them in classrooms. These sessions provide immersion tasks, so teachers experience how students are expected to use the three dimensions of the standards to make sense of core science ideas.

This professional learning is a series of sessions, each one centered on a new unit. Each session introduces and emphasizes the Science and Engineering Practices, Disciplinary Core Ideas, and Crosscutting Concepts of the standards outlined in every lesson. This experiential workshop provides time for teachers to unpack and perform the instructional techniques and explore student tasks before introducing the curriculum in classrooms!

Please note that teachers will be provided with a printed copy of the unit manual at their first learning session.

10. Emergency Response and Incident Commander Training for School Administrators (2 part training)

Program: Regional Safety Services

Audience: Administrators, Directors of Security

Dates: 9/16/2025 to 10/10/2025

If you are new to school administration, or new to school safety, this two-part training is meant to give you tools, resources, plans, and an understanding of the statutory requirements in NYS (SAVE and RESCUE). This training will help you understand how to build and support the different teams required in a school setting, along with resources and training modules to help them deal with a variety of different situations. This will also provide an overview of the CSTAG threat assessment process, as well as developing a reunification plan for your building / district. This training will also encompass developing building zones for emergency response and instruction on conducting a threat and hazard identification risk assessment for your building / district.

11. SCI21 *IN-PERSON* Grade 1 Unit Workshop COHORTA (3 meetings)

Program: Science 21

Audience: 1

Dates: 9/17/2025 to 1/20/2026

Wait List
New NYSSLS-Aligned Science 21 Curriculum Professional Learning Workshop

IN-PERSON Professional Learning Sessions

This series of professional learning sessions introduces the New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS) at this grade level and focuses on how to operationalize them in classrooms. These sessions provide immersion tasks, so teachers experience how students are expected to use the three dimensions of the standards to make sense of core science ideas.

This professional learning is a series of sessions, each one centered on a new unit. Each session introduces and emphasizes the Science and Engineering Practices, Disciplinary Core Ideas, and Crosscutting Concepts of the standards outlined in every lesson. This experiential workshop provides time for teachers to unpack and perform the instructional techniques and explore student tasks before introducing the curriculum in classrooms!

Please note that teachers will be provided with a printed copy of the unit manual at their first learning session.

12. SCI21 ***VIRTUAL*** Grade K Unit Workshop COHORT1 (6 meetings)

Program: Science 21

Audience: K

Dates: 9/18/2025 to 2/12/2026

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New NYSSLS-Aligned Science 21 Curriculum Professional Learning Workshop

VIRTUAL Professional Learning Sessions

This series of professional learning sessions introduces the New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS) at this grade level and focuses on how to operationalize them in classrooms. These sessions provide immersion tasks, so teachers experience how students are expected to use the three dimensions of the standards to make sense of core science ideas.

The workshop format consists of asynchronous pre-session activities and a 2-hour synchronous meeting using Zoom. Two CTLE credits will be awarded for completion of the pre-session activities, and two more credits will be awarded for attendance of the synchronous meeting per session. Each of the six sessions addresses about one-half of each unit's lessons.

The following asynchronous assignments are to be completed before each professional learning session:

  • Review the assigned lessons in the manual.
  • View the assigned videos.
  • Complete a pre-assessment of the session pre-assignments.

    Each session introduces and emphasizes the Science and Engineering Practices, Disciplinary Core Ideas, and Crosscutting Concepts of the standards outlined in every lesson. This experiential workshop provides time for teachers to unpack and perform the instructional techniques and explore student tasks before introducing the curriculum in classrooms!

    A printed copy of the manual will be shipped to each participant's district and is included in the training cost. For the initial online meeting, an electronic copy of the manual can be accessed through the training platform or the Science 21 website. Manual binders will be shipped once workshop registrations are approved and confirmed through mylearningplan.com.

  • 13. Threat Assessment Thursday Networking Group

    Program: Regional Safety Services

    Dates: 9/18/2025 to 6/18/2026

    Join us for a monthly, 1-hour Zoom session focused on the latest in Behavioral Threat Assessment. These sessions are designed to bring together professionals working in the field to share knowledge, insights, and best practices. Each month, we'll dive into key topics such as: Best Practices in threat assessment; Updates on Forms and Processes to stay current with evolving standards; Regional Updates to keep you informed about local, regional, and national trends; Current Trends in Behavioral Threat Assessment After-Action Reviews to learn from actual threats; triage teams - their cases and how they were handled. Q&A to address specific questions and challenges you may be facing. This is not just a training session- it's a collaborative opportunity to build a professional network with others in the field. Whether you're in education, mental health, law enforcement, or security, these monthly sessions will help you stay connected and up to date with the latest developments in threat assessment.

    14. SCI21 ***VIRTUAL*** Grade 2 Unit Workshop COHORT1 (6 meetings)

    Program: Science 21

    Audience: 2

    Dates: 9/18/2025 to 2/12/2026

    Wait List
    New NYSSLS-Aligned Science 21 Curriculum Professional Learning Workshop

    VIRTUAL Professional Learning Sessions

    This series of professional learning sessions introduces the New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS) at this grade level and focuses on how to operationalize them in classrooms. These sessions provide immersion tasks, so teachers experience how students are expected to use the three dimensions of the standards to make sense of core science ideas.

    The workshop format consists of asynchronous pre-session activities and a 2-hour synchronous meeting using Zoom. Two CTLE credits will be awarded for completion of the pre-session activities, and two more credits will be awarded for attendance of the synchronous meeting per session. Each of the six sessions addresses about one-half of each unit's lessons.

    The following asynchronous assignments are to be completed before each professional learning session:

  • Review the assigned lessons in the manual.
  • View the assigned videos.
  • Complete a pre-assessment of the session pre-assignments.

    Each session introduces and emphasizes the Science and Engineering Practices, Disciplinary Core Ideas, and Crosscutting Concepts of the standards outlined in every lesson. This experiential workshop provides time for teachers to unpack and perform the instructional techniques and explore student tasks before introducing the curriculum in classrooms!

    A printed copy of the manual will be shipped to each participant's district and is included in the training cost. For the initial online meeting, an electronic copy of the manual can be accessed through the training platform or the Science 21 website. Manual binders will be shipped once workshop registrations are approved and confirmed through mylearningplan.com.

  • 15. SCI21 *IN-PERSON* Grade 2 Unit Workshop COHORTA (3 meetings)

    Program: Science 21

    Audience: 2

    Dates: 9/19/2025 to 1/22/2026

    Wait List
    New NYSSLS-Aligned Science 21 Curriculum Professional Learning Workshop

    IN-PERSON Professional Learning Sessions

    This series of professional learning sessions introduces the New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS) at this grade level and focuses on how to operationalize them in classrooms. These sessions provide immersion tasks, so teachers experience how students are expected to use the three dimensions of the standards to make sense of core science ideas.

    This professional learning is a series of sessions, each one centered on a new unit. Each session introduces and emphasizes the Science and Engineering Practices, Disciplinary Core Ideas, and Crosscutting Concepts of the standards outlined in every lesson. This experiential workshop provides time for teachers to unpack and perform the instructional techniques and explore student tasks before introducing the curriculum in classrooms!

    Please note that teachers will be provided with a printed copy of the unit manual at their first learning session.

    16. NY Inspires and Shifting Graduation Requirements Collaborative

    Program: Curriculum Center

    Dates: 9/22/2025 to 6/4/2026

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    The focus of this workgroup is to allow regional educators to build a strong network to explore and discuss the forthcoming changes within the New York Inspires plan, as well as explore opportunities and challenges associated with the accompanying anticipated instructional, assessment, and logistical shifts. During these sessions, members will receive updates regarding New York Inspires, engage in collaborative discussions, synergistically develop resources to share with their districts, and examine examples and exemplars related to shifts in graduation measures requirements. This workgroup is intended for instructional and curriculum leaders and school administrators.

    17. SCI21 ***VIRTUAL*** Grade 5 Unit Workshop COHORT1 (8 meetings)

    Program: Science 21

    Audience: 5

    Dates: 9/22/2025 to 3/25/2026

    Wait List
    New NYSSLS-Aligned Science 21 Curriculum Professional Learning Workshop

    VIRTUAL Professional Learning Sessions

    Check your district's calendar to ensure that the Unit 4 session in April doesn't conflict with ELA/Math testing schedule.

    This series of professional learning sessions introduces the New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS) at this grade level and focuses on how to operationalize them in classrooms. These sessions provide immersion tasks, so teachers experience how students are expected to use the three dimensions of the standards to make sense of core science ideas.

    The workshop format consists of asynchronous pre-session activities and a 2-hour synchronous meeting using Zoom. Two CTLE credits will be awarded for completion of the pre-session activities, and two more credits will be awarded for attendance of the synchronous meeting per session. Each of the six sessions addresses about one-half of each unit's lessons.

    The following asynchronous assignments are to be completed before each professional learning session:

  • Review the assigned lessons in the manual.
  • View the assigned videos.
  • Complete a pre-assessment of the session pre-assignments.

    Each session introduces and emphasizes the Science and Engineering Practices, Disciplinary Core Ideas, and Crosscutting Concepts of the standards outlined in every lesson. This experiential workshop provides time for teachers to unpack and perform the instructional techniques and explore student tasks before introducing the curriculum in classrooms!

    A printed copy of the manual will be shipped to each participant's district and is included in the training cost. For the initial online meeting, an electronic copy of the manual can be accessed through the training platform or the Science 21 website. Manual binders will be shipped once workshop registrations are approved and confirmed through mylearningplan.com.

  • 18. SCI21 ***VIRTUAL*** Grade 4 Unit Workshop COHORT1 (8 meetings)

    Program: Science 21

    Audience: 4

    Dates: 9/22/2025 to 3/25/2026

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    !! DATES FOR THIS COHORT HAVE BEEN CHANGED FROM THE CATALOG. PLEASE CHECK DATES BEFORE REGISTERING !!

    New NYSSLS-Aligned Science 21 Curriculum Professional Learning Workshop

    VIRTUAL Professional Learning Sessions

    This series of professional learning sessions introduces the New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS) at this grade level and focuses on how to operationalize them in classrooms. These sessions provide immersion tasks, so teachers experience how students are expected to use the three dimensions of the standards to make sense of core science ideas.

    The workshop format consists of asynchronous pre-session activities and a 2-hour synchronous meeting using Zoom. Two CTLE credits will be awarded for completion of the pre-session activities, and two more credits will be awarded for attendance of the synchronous meeting per session. Each of the six sessions addresses about one-half of each unit's lessons.

    The following asynchronous assignments are to be completed before each professional learning session:

  • Review the assigned lessons in the manual.
  • View the assigned videos.
  • Complete a pre-assessment of the session pre-assignments.

    Each session introduces and emphasizes the Science and Engineering Practices, Disciplinary Core Ideas, and Crosscutting Concepts of the standards outlined in every lesson. This experiential workshop provides time for teachers to unpack and perform the instructional techniques and explore student tasks before introducing the curriculum in classrooms!

    A printed copy of the manual will be shipped to each participant's district and is included in the training cost. For the initial online meeting, an electronic copy of the manual can be accessed through the training platform or the Science 21 website. Manual binders will be shipped once workshop registrations are approved and confirmed through mylearningplan.com.

  • 19. The Regional Forum for Assistant Principals

    Program: Center for Educational Leadership

    Audience: Assistant Principals

    Dates: 9/25/2025 to 5/14/2026

    This yearlong forum offers assistant principals across grades K-12 the opportunity to cultivate a trusting, collaborative network where they can discuss effective administrative practices and experiences and provide support to fellow leaders with the goal of helping their communities, staff, and students succeed.

    The forum schedule allows for collegial networking, professional development from respected educators and speakers in the region and beyond, as well as EdCamp Style professional learning.

    Time spent within your own school level cohort will be provided within each forum session to focus specifically on the unique work within your role.

    This workshop is offered at no cost for Leadership and Student Support Services members.

    The cost for this series is $350. If you are part of the Leadership and Student Support Services membership, the discounted rate will be reflected in your final billing. All participants should register at the standard rate.

    To learn more about membership, please visit Leadership and Student Support Services.

    20. AI in 30 (+15) 25-26 (five-part series)

    Program: Education Technology

    Audience: Teachers, Technologists, Administrators

    Dates: 9/25/2025 to 4/30/2026

    Back for a Second Year: AI in 30 - Expanded and Energized! PNW BOCES is excited to bring back "AI in 30," our engaging professional learning series designed specifically for technology directors, teacher leaders, and administrators who are navigating the fast-paced world of AI in education. This year's series includes five monthly sessions, each running 45 minutes. The sessions include 30 minutes of expert insight from Jerry Crisci, a leading voice in AI and education, and 15 minutes for a participant discussion and sharing successful practices. Each session will focus on emerging AI technologies, instructional strategies, and evolving policies, all tailored to the needs of New York State educators. After each session, you'll receive a short document packed with highlights, links to free documents, and curated web resources. This professional learning series supports the recent Executive Order highlighting the need for AI professional development. Join us again to stay current, connected, and inspired by what AI can mean for your schools.

    21. The Regional Forum for Elementary Principals

    Program: Center for Educational Leadership

    Audience: Elementary Principals

    Dates: 9/25/2025 to 5/14/2026

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    Join regional elementary principal colleagues in a forum to build your collegial network and collaborate on topics impacting K-5 building leaders, such as:
  • Services RTI/MTSS - Special Education
  • Classifications
  • ENL/ELL
  • Legal Q & A
  • Difficult Conversations
  • NYSED Updates with Curriculum
  • Health and Safety
  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

    Lunch will be provided for all sessions.

    This workshop is offered at no cost for Leadership and Student Support Services members.

    The cost for this series is $350. If you are part of the Leadership and Student Support Services membership, the discounted rate will be reflected in your final billing. All participants should register at the standard rate.

    To learn more about membership, please visit Leadership and Student Support Services.

  • 22. Collegial Circle for Elementary Social Studies Leaders

    Program: Curriculum Center

    Dates: 9/26/2025 to 5/18/2026

    The focus of this collegial circle is for regional elementary social studies teachers and leaders to continue building a strong network to explore and discuss the changes in curriculum and assessment, as well as the challenges elementary educators face in and out of the classroom. As a larger group, the Elementary Social Studies Collegial Circle collaborates with their secondary counterparts on vertical articulation and building robust school and district programming. During these sessions, members will share ideas and opinions about the latest issues affecting the field and engage in collegial conversations driven by members.

    23. Collegial Circle for Secondary Social Studies Leaders

    Program: Curriculum Center

    Dates: 9/26/2025 to 5/18/2026

    The focus of this collegial circle is for regional secondary social studies teachers and leaders to continue building a strong network to explore and discuss the changes in curriculum and assessment, as well as the challenges social studies educators face in and out of the classroom. As a larger group, the Secondary Social Studies Collegial Circle collaborates with their elementary counterparts on vertical articulation and building robust school and district programming. During these sessions, members will share ideas and opinions about the latest issues affecting the field and engage in collegial conversations driven by members.

    24. SCI21 *IN-PERSON* Grade 4 Unit Workshop COHORTA (4 meetings)

    Program: Science 21

    Audience: 4

    Dates: 9/26/2025 to 3/26/2026

    New NYSSLS-Aligned Science 21 Curriculum Professional Learning Workshop

    IN-PERSON Professional Learning Sessions

    Check your district's calendar to ensure that the Unit 4 session in April doesn't conflict with ELA/Math testing schedule.

    This series of professional learning sessions introduces the New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS) at this grade level and focuses on how to operationalize them in classrooms. These sessions provide immersion tasks, so teachers experience how students are expected to use the three dimensions of the standards to make sense of core science ideas.

    This professional learning is a series of sessions, each one centered on a new unit. Each session introduces and emphasizes the Science and Engineering Practices, Disciplinary Core Ideas, and Crosscutting Concepts of the standards outlined in every lesson. This experiential workshop provides time for teachers to unpack and perform the instructional techniques and explore student tasks before introducing the curriculum in classrooms!

    Please note that teachers will be provided with a printed copy of the unit manual at their first learning session.

    25. SCI21 *IN-PERSON* Grade 5 Unit Workshop COHORTA (4 meetings)

    Program: Science 21

    Audience: 5

    Dates: 9/29/2025 to 3/16/2026

    Wait List
    New NYSSLS-Aligned Science 21 Curriculum Professional Learning Workshop

    IN-PERSON Professional Learning Sessions

    Check your district's calendar to ensure that the Unit 4 session in April doesn't conflict with ELA/Math testing schedule.

    This series of professional learning sessions introduces the New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS) at this grade level and focuses on how to operationalize them in classrooms. These sessions provide immersion tasks, so teachers experience how students are expected to use the three dimensions of the standards to make sense of core science ideas.

    This professional learning is a series of sessions, each one centered on a new unit. Each session introduces and emphasizes the Science and Engineering Practices, Disciplinary Core Ideas, and Crosscutting Concepts of the standards outlined in every lesson. This experiential workshop provides time for teachers to unpack and perform the instructional techniques and explore student tasks before introducing the curriculum in classrooms!

    Please note that teachers will be provided with a printed copy of the unit manual at their first learning session.

    26. SCI21 ***VIRTUAL*** Grade 1 Unit Workshop COHORT1 (6 meetings)

    Program: Science 21

    Audience: 1

    Dates: 9/30/2025 to 2/11/2026

    Wait List
    New NYSSLS-Aligned Science 21 Curriculum Professional Learning Workshop

    VIRTUAL Professional Learning Sessions

    This series of professional learning sessions introduces the New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS) at this grade level and focuses on how to operationalize them in classrooms. These sessions provide immersion tasks, so teachers experience how students are expected to use the three dimensions of the standards to make sense of core science ideas.

    The workshop format consists of asynchronous pre-session activities and a 2-hour synchronous meeting using Zoom. Two CTLE credits will be awarded for completion of the pre-session activities, and two more credits will be awarded for attendance of the synchronous meeting per session. Each of the six sessions addresses about one-half of each unit's lessons.

    The following asynchronous assignments are to be completed before each professional learning session:

  • Review the assigned lessons in the manual.
  • View the assigned videos.
  • Complete a pre-assessment of the session pre-assignments.

    Each session introduces and emphasizes the Science and Engineering Practices, Disciplinary Core Ideas, and Crosscutting Concepts of the standards outlined in every lesson. This experiential workshop provides time for teachers to unpack and perform the instructional techniques and explore student tasks before introducing the curriculum in classrooms!

    A printed copy of the manual will be shipped to each participant's district and is included in the training cost. For the initial online meeting, an electronic copy of the manual can be accessed through the training platform or the Science 21 website. Manual binders will be shipped once workshop registrations are approved and confirmed through mylearningplan.com.

  • 27. SCI21 ***VIRTUAL*** Grade 3 Unit Workshop COHORT1 (8 meetings)

    Program: Science 21

    Audience: 3

    Dates: 9/30/2025 to 4/14/2026

    Wait List
    New NYSSLS-Aligned Science 21 Curriculum Professional Learning Workshop

    VIRTUAL Professional Learning Sessions

    Check your district's calendar to ensure that the Unit 4 session in April doesn't conflict with ELA/Math testing schedule.

    This series of professional learning sessions introduces the New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS) at this grade level and focuses on how to operationalize them in classrooms. These sessions provide immersion tasks, so teachers experience how students are expected to use the three dimensions of the standards to make sense of core science ideas.

    The workshop format consists of asynchronous pre-session activities and a 2-hour synchronous meeting using Zoom. Two CTLE credits will be awarded for completion of the pre-session activities, and two more credits will be awarded for attendance of the synchronous meeting per session. Each of the six sessions addresses about one-half of each unit's lessons.

    The following asynchronous assignments are to be completed before each professional learning session:

  • Review the assigned lessons in the manual.
  • View the assigned videos.
  • Complete a pre-assessment of the session pre-assignments.

    Each session introduces and emphasizes the Science and Engineering Practices, Disciplinary Core Ideas, and Crosscutting Concepts of the standards outlined in every lesson. This experiential workshop provides time for teachers to unpack and perform the instructional techniques and explore student tasks before introducing the curriculum in classrooms!

    A printed copy of the manual will be shipped to each participant's district and is included in the training cost. For the initial online meeting, an electronic copy of the manual can be accessed through the training platform or the Science 21 website. Manual binders will be shipped once workshop registrations are approved and confirmed through mylearningplan.com.

  • 28. PPS and Special Education Leadership Surviving, Thriving and Reaping Professional and Personal Rewards

    Program: Center for Educational Leadership

    Audience: Directors of PPs, Directors of Special Education and CSE Chairpersons

    Dates: 9/30/2025 to 5/19/2026

    The series will provide a support network for new PPS & Special Education leaders to gain knowledge of general responsibilities, share strategies, and promote each other's success and longevity in these key leadership roles. Sessions will be designed around identified topics of interest and include time to network.

    All participants receive a complimentary coaching session as well as the option to take part in customized ongoing coaching sessions.

    29. Learning Collaborative for Co-Occurring Disorders Curriculum Implementation

    Program: Guidance & Child Study Center

    Dates: 10/1/2025 to 4/14/2026

    This three-part learning collaborative is designed for educators, mental health professionals, and school teams implementing the harris project's Co-Occurring Disorders (COD) Curriculum during the 2025-26 school year.

    Building on your initial training, these sessions will provide continued support to help ensure successful and meaningful implementation of this important prevention initiative. Each session offers opportunities to deepen your understanding, reflect on early experiences, and build confidence in delivering the curriculum.

    Participants will:

  • Review the structure and key components of the COD Curriculum
  • Explore practical strategies for classroom delivery and integration
  • Engage in peer-to-peer discussion to share lessons learned and troubleshoot challenges
  • Receive technical assistance and reflect on implementation progress
  • Examine emerging trends related to co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders in youth

    This collaborative offers both foundational reinforcement and a reflective space for planning and growth.

    Our workshops are accessible to people with disabilities. To request accommodations, please contact Hallie Hirsch, hhirsch@pnwboces.org, at least three weeks prior to your event.

  • 30. SUICIDE SAFETY FOR TEACHERS & SCHOOL STAFF

    Program: Regional Safety Services

    Audience: Administrators, Nurses, Directors of Facilities, Directors of Security, Support Staff, TA’s/Monitors, Teachers, Science Staff, Clinicians, and Security Guards.

    Dates: 10/1/2025

    SST is a 60 to 90-minute basic suicide prevention awareness training for school staff. The training emphasizes the critical, but limited, role of teachers and ancillary staff at school. This offering is appropriate for school-based professionals who provide staff development, mental health consulting, and training to school personnel.

    31. Collegial Circle for Elementary Math Leaders

    Program: Curriculum Center

    Dates: 10/3/2025 to 5/8/2026

    The goal of this collegial circle of elementary math teachers/leaders is to address the challenges and issues inherent in teaching and learning mathematics. The collegial circle will provide a forum for members to be informed and stimulated around elementary mathematics, and agendas for the meetings will be participant driven.

    32. Collegial Circle for Science Leaders

    Program: Curriculum Center

    Dates: 10/3/2025 to 5/11/2026

    Through this collegial circle, regional science leaders will continue to build a network as they delve into the P -12 New York State Science learning standards, have a forum for sharing ideas, resources, problems of practice, and pressing issues. The meeting agendas will be participant-driven and important to science education. This year, there will be a focus on unpacking, understanding, and planning for the adopted New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS). There will also be continued updates on the NYSSLS as we receive them from the New York State Education Department.

    33. Collegial Circle for Secondary Mathematics Leaders

    Program: Curriculum Center

    Dates: 10/3/2025 to 5/8/2026

    Through this collegial circle, members will have the opportunity to share issues, discuss concerns, hear how different schools and districts approach a variety of issues, and provide feedback to their peers on happenings in their districts. The agendas are member driven, shaped around elements of curriculum and instruction, current trends and issues, and enduring questions. Additionally, members seek advice and pose solutions with their colleagues from around the region.

    34. Collegial Circle for Elementary ELA Leaders

    Program: Curriculum Center

    Dates: 10/6/2025 to 5/5/2026

    Through this collegial circle, regional literacy leaders will have the opportunity to learn, share, and grow around topics of interest and importance. Participants will have a forum for sharing resources and ideas, a network for continuing conversation, and an opportunity for learning between sessions. Sessions will include talks around relevant topics selected by participants, learning around an article or text, and sharing of practices around the region. Past topics have included Tier 1 instruction, culturally relevant texts, assessment practices, the science of reading, curriculum adoption and implementation, and resources for teaching reading and writing.

    35. Collegial Circle for Health Educators

    Program: Curriculum Center

    Dates: 10/6/2025 to 5/7/2026

    This collegial circle will focus on how health educators are in a unique position to have a profound impact on their students, colleagues, school culture, and community. As more school districts are focusing on social emotional learning, health educators can and should be seen and utilized as experts in this field. Participants will collaborate on lessons, share ideas and opinions about the current health curriculum, and imagine and plan for how their role can be expanded within their school, district, and community. The group will select topics that are timely and relevant. Group members will share concerns and challenges and problem-solve together.

    36. Collegial Circle for Special Classroom Setting

    Program: Curriculum Center

    Dates: 10/6/2025 to 4/13/2026

    This collegial circle is designed for special educators/providers working in specialized programs such as life skills, social-emotional learning (SEL), and alternative instructional settings. It offers a collaborative space to explore relevant topics, share experiences, and strengthen practice. Focus areas can include examining updated instructional practices, behavioral supports, assistive technology, mental health, transition planning, and updates to NYS special education guidelines. Sessions will also address supporting ENL students with disabilities, collaborating with families, and integrating emerging tools like AI. The circle begins with goal setting and identifying group priorities. Discussions are responsive to participant needs and promote reflection, resource sharing, and professional growth-while also fostering meaningful connections among peers doing similar work.

    37. SCI21 HS Investigation Preparation - Chemistry (Fall1)

    Program: Science 21

    Audience: HS

    Dates: 10/6/2025 to 10/10/2025

    Closed

    This day and a half in-person session is intended to help schools prepare for the science investigations that students must complete for the HS assessment.

    Participants will be given an opportunity to practice the "hands-on” portion of the assessment. The learning facilitator will review all Teacher Materials, Rubrics, Student Directions, Student Answer Packets, and supplemental Investigation resources. Facilitators will address questions about all aspects of the student task.

    Since the investigation tasks are considered secured items by the NYSED Office of State Assessment, we have been advised that we cannot distribute the investigations to workshop participants. PLEASE BRING A COPY OF THE INVESTIGATIONS WITH YOU.

    If you have not yet gotten a copy of the investigation, copy and paste this link into your browser; it will bring you to the download instructions. These downloads must be done through the PRINCIPAL PORTAL through the NYSED website. https://www.nysed.gov/sites/default/files/programs/state-assessment/availability-els-ils-required-investigations-2022.pdf

    This is a day and a half session and includes 3 investigations.

    38. Collegial Circle for Secondary English Language Arts Leaders

    Program: Curriculum Center

    Dates: 10/6/2025 to 6/2/2026

    During meetings of the Secondary ELA Leaders Collegial Circle, participants explore topics of relevance and importance. The group addresses current trends and issues as well as enduring questions. The agendas are shaped around elements of curriculum and instruction, such as The Culturally Responsive-Sustaining Framework, writing assessment, departmental course offerings, elective programs, and promising new book titles. Group members seek advice and pose solutions with their colleagues, share ideas, improve programs, and hear how different schools approach a variety of issues. The text, Reader Come Home: The Reading Brain in a Digital World, Maryann Wolf will be provided to all students.

    39. Collegial Circle for Music Educators (In-Person or Virtual)

    Program: Curriculum Center

    Dates: 10/7/2025 to 5/11/2026

    This collegial circle will focus on ways in which music educators can foster their instruction to have a deeper impact on their students, schools, districts, and communities. Through discussion, shared readings, and Learning Walks, members will review research and practices that optimize the impact of music education, explore ways to perfect and refine their craft, and identify ways to collaborate with local community partners to create authentic experiences for students.

    40. Integrated Co-Teaching (ICT) Leadership Collegial Circle

    Program: Center for Educational Leadership

    Dates: 10/7/2025 to 5/5/2026

    Rethinking Inclusion: A Collegial Circle for Special Education Leaders If you think inclusion is about ICT-challenge that notion.

    True inclusion is about creating structures where all students, with and without disabilities, have access to rigorous instruction, supportive environments, and meaningful participation. That takes leadership, planning, and the right tools.

    This collegial circle is for special education administrators ready to go deeper. Together, we'll explore:

  • What high-quality inclusive instruction really looks like
  • How to support co-planning and collaboration between general and special educators
  • Tools to evaluate instructional quality and program impact
  • Professional learning models that actually move teacher practice

    Invest in yourself-and the students you serve.

    Join us for four 90-minute sessions (virtual and in-person), each designed to provide actionable strategies, c

    ollaborative problem-solving, and time to learn with and from colleagues. Sponsor: G&R Inclusive

  • 41. Think Tank: Education Technologists and Instructional Coaches

    Program: Model Schools

    Audience: Education Technologists and Instructional Coaches

    Dates: 10/8/2025 to 5/13/2026

    Join us for this five-part Think Tank series designed to keep you at the forefront of K-12 educational technology. Together, we'll explore the latest trends, swap resources, and dive into timely articles, all while building a network of support in an ever-evolving field. (Free for districts in the PNW BOCES Model Schools program.)

    42. Social Emotional Learning Collegial Circle

    Program: Guidance & Child Study Center

    Dates: 10/9/2025 to 3/5/2026

    This four-part professional learning series is designed for educators and school leaders working to strengthen and sustain high-quality, equitable SEL implementation. Grounded in the CASEL framework and enhanced with tools from the National Center for School Mental Health (NCSMH), this collegial circle blends structured learning with collaborative reflection. Each session focuses on key elements of systemwide SEL, providing participants with practical strategies, assessment tools, and implementation resources. Topics span foundational system reflection, Tier 1 classroom integration, data-driven screening practices, and adult SEL support. This series is intended for schools in the early to intermediate stages of SEL implementation.

    This workshop is offered at no cost for Leadership and Student Support Services members.

    The cost for this series is $150. If you are part of the Leadership and Student Support Services membership, the discounted rate will be reflected in your final billing. All participants should register at the standard rate.

    To learn more about membership, please visit Leadership and Student Support Services.

    Our workshops are accessible to people with disabilities. To request accommodations, please contact Hallie Hirsch, hhirsch@pnwboces.org, at least three weeks prior to your event.

    43. HR BOOT CAMP

    Program: Center for Educational Leadership

    Audience: Building Level Leaders

    Dates: 10/9/2025 to 4/23/2026

    Wait List
    HR Boot Camp: An In-Depth Program for Building Administrators and Supervisors 6 - 3 hour in-person sessions from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm This series assists building level administrators and supervisors by developing an in-depth understanding of human resources as it relates to their respective assignments as well as preparation for central office roles. Sessions address critical topics such as certification, recruitment, interviewing skills, selection and appointment, induction and orientation, contract negotiations, conducting investigations, employee discipline, conflict management and problem solving. The program also offers participants the opportunity to participate in an optional complimentary professional coaching session. The cost for this series is $850.00. If you are part of the Leadership and Student Support Services membership, the discounted rate will be reflected in your final billing. All participants should register at the standard rate. Districts enrolled in the Leadership and Student Support Services membership are eligible for the subscriber price. To learn more about membership, please visit https://sites.google.com/view/lsss-membership-home/home?authuser=0

    44. Science Education Book Club 25-26

    Program: Science 21

    Audience: Science Teachers K-12

    Dates: 10/9/2025 to 4/9/2026

    Goals of the Book Club

    This book club will unpack the language and the pedagogy outlined and described in this book. We will discuss: planning for student engagement, talk as a tool for learning, making thinking visible through models, supporting changes in thinking, justifying claims in the science community, and more.

    You will meet in small and large groups on zoom to make sense of the teaching and learning changes as part of the vision of the NYS P-12 SLS!

    A copy of "Ambitious Science Teaching" by Mark Windschitl, Jessica Thompson, & Melissa Braaten must be purchased to participate.

    45. Collegial Circle for World Language Leaders

    Program: Curriculum Center

    Dates: 10/10/2025 to 5/6/2026

    During meetings of the World Language Collegial Circle, members explore topics of relevance and importance, State Education Department updates and the latest news from the field. The group addresses current trends and issues and enduring questions. The agendas are shaped around elements of curriculum and instruction, Group members seek advice and pose solutions with their colleagues, share ideas, improve programs, and hear how different schools approach a variety of issues.

    46. Chemical Hygiene Officer/ Chemical Management Awareness Training

    Program: Regional Safety Services

    Audience: Administrators, Science Staff

    Dates: 10/14/2025

    The training session will cover chemical management in both science and art departments within the school setting. Primarily discussed will be the OSHA Laboratory Standard's relevance to schools and delineating the duties of the chemical hygiene officer, along with discussing the essential components of a chemical management plan. Regulatory compliance will be covered, exploring the OSHA and EPA regulations governing chemical use, storage, and disposal in schools, as well as safety requirements specific to laboratory settings. The training will also discuss OSHA's Hazard Communication Standards, GHS, Green Clean legislation, pesticide use, and ramifications for schools in cases of non-compliance.

    47. Collegial Circle for STEAM Educators

    Program: Curriculum Center

    Dates: 10/15/2025 to 6/2/2026

    Join our dynamic STEAM collegial circle, where innovation meets collaboration! Whether you're a seasoned expert or a curious novice, our community provides a vibrant space to explore STEAM. Dive into stimulating discussions, share lessons, activities and ideas while igniting creativity through interdisciplinary connections. We continue to support one another with strategies for starting and growing partnerships. Participants also keep one another up to date on events occurring in our region. Together, we'll cultivate a culture of lifelong learning, inspiration, and mutual support. Join us as we embark on a journey of discovery and empowerment in the exciting world of STEAM!

    48. Regional School Social Workers Forum

    Program: Guidance & Child Study Center

    Dates: 10/15/2025 to 5/6/2026

    Wait List
    Continuing Education Contact Hours are available for LMSWs and LCSWs

    This professional forum provides a dynamic space for school social workers to engage with experts, expand their practice, and connect with peers across the region. Participants will explore timely topics such as crisis assessment protocols, emerging mental health trends, and effective interventions to support student well-being. Each session is designed to strengthen clinical practice, foster meaningful collaboration, and provide tools for navigating the evolving needs of school communities.

    This workshop is offered at no cost for Leadership and Student Support Services members.

    The cost for this series is $120. If you are part of the Leadership and Student Support Services membership, the discounted rate will be reflected in your final billing. All participants should register at the standard rate.

    To learn more about membership, please visit Leadership and Student Support Services.

    Our workshops are accessible to people with disabilities. To request accommodations, please contact Hallie Hirsch, hhirsch@pnwboces.org, at least three weeks prior to your event.

    Please note: Choosing the CEU enrollment option will provide 1 Continuing Education contact hour per session

    49. SCI21 HS Investigation Preparation - Physics (Fall1)

    Program: Science 21

    Audience: HS

    Dates: 10/15/2025 to 10/17/2025

    This day and a half in-person session is intended to help schools prepare for the science investigations that students must complete for the HS assessment.

    Participants will be given an opportunity to practice the "hands-on” portion of the assessment. The learning facilitator will review all Teacher Materials, Rubrics, Student Directions, Student Answer Packets, and supplemental Investigation resources. Facilitators will address questions about all aspects of the student task.

    Since the investigation tasks are considered secured items by the NYSED Office of State Assessment, we have been advised that we cannot distribute the investigations to workshop participants. PLEASE BRING A COPY OF THE INVESTIGATIONS WITH YOU.

    If you have not yet gotten a copy of the investigation, copy and paste this link into your browser; it will bring you to the download instructions. These downloads must be done through the PRINCIPAL PORTAL through the NYSED website. https://www.nysed.gov/sites/default/files/programs/state-assessment/availability-els-ils-required-investigations-2022.pdf

    This is a day and a half session and includes 3 investigations.

    50. Wilson Reading System® (WRS) Introductory Course (Virtual) (CHAPPAQUA ONLY)

    Program: Curriculum Center Literacy

    Audience: General and special education teachers, grades 2-12, reading teachers, adult educators, administrators, support staff,

    Dates: 10/15/2025 to 10/17/2025

    This course provides participants with an overview of the Wilson Reading System (WRS) and serves as the prerequisite for WRS Level I Certification Training.

    This course examines the intensive intervention reading instruction necessary for students in grade two and above with persistent and significant phonological-coding deficits. Participants will learn about dyslexia (indicators, misconceptions, neurobiological aspects, and prevalence), typical versus atypical reading acquisition, appropriate student identification and placement, and key components and principles of instruction, including the factors necessary for high-quality program implementation.

    How to teach phonology (including phonemic awareness), morphology, and orthography in an integrated, explicit, systematic, and multisensory way is demonstrated and practiced during the course. Participants explore the standard ten-part WRS Lesson Plan and practice planning, delivering, and individualizing a WRS Lesson while receiving modeling and feedback from a Wilson® Credentialed Trainer.

    Participants should have access to a WRS Instructor Manual. WRS Introductory Sets and the WIST are not provided for participants and should be purchased through wilsonlanguage.com

    PNW BOCES is an Accredited Partner of Wilson Language Training®.

    51. Opioid Overdose and Naloxone Training

    Program: Regional Safety Services

    Audience: All Administrators, Nurses, Directors of Facilities, Directors of Security, Support Staff, TA’s/Monitors, Teachers, Science Staff, Clinicians, and Security Guards.

    Dates: 10/15/2025

    Naloxone (Brand name Narcan) is an intranasal medication that can be used to reverse opioid overdose. Last year in the US, there were nearly 108,000 opioid overdose deaths, many of which were caused by powerful synthetic opioids like Fentanyl. These statistics represent a vast increase in overdose deaths from previous years. Using naloxone and other evidence-based prevention and harm reduction strategies, we as a community can help reduce overdose deaths. This FREE training will teach you how to recognize opioid overdose, and how to administer naloxone. All participants will receive a free opioid overdose rescue kit including naloxone.

    52. Cultural Competence Matters

    Program: The Hudson River Teacher Center

    Dates: 10/15/2025 to 5/15/2026

    This is an asynchronous and self-paced 8 module course to increase teachers' understanding of cultural competency and application of cultural competency strategies for the K12 classroom. The effective and ready-to-use classroom strategies position teachers to foster cultural competency amongst students by incorporating diverse perspectives, furthering inclusivity, and encouraging open-mindedness, communication, and collaboration. This course is aligned with the CRSE framework as well as many Portraits of a Graduate competencies and specifically competencies for Communication, Critical Thinker, Cultural Competency/ Cultural Awareness, Empathy, Empowered Citizen and Global Citizen. ***This course starts on 10/15/25 and must be completed by 5/15/26. THERE ARE NO ACTUAL LIVE MEETINGS. You will receive an email from the instructor with information to access the online course.

    53. Promoting Compassion and Acceptance During Crisis

    Program: Regional Safety Services

    Dates: 10/15/2025

    Anger is a natural reaction to crisis events, particularly when the events are violent in nature. This workshop will provide participants with alternatives to anger and methods to channel feelings appropriately. Designed for all school staff, including teachers, administrators, mental health providers, School Safety Officers, and paraprofessionals, who will learn techniques to manage their own feelings, in addition to, assisting children to understand the importance of treating all people with dignity. Take-aways include the ability to model compassion and acceptance.

    54. A Dynamic Duo: ENL Teachers & School Librarians - Series of 3 Sessions - Thursday, October 16, 2025; Tuesday, December 9, 2025; Tuesday, March 24, 2026- In-person at PNW BOCES

    Program: Professional Library

    Audience: This workshop is intended for ENL teachers and school librarians to attend together as a partnership. Building and district leaders are welcome to attend along with an ENL teacher and school librarian.

    Dates: 10/16/2025 to 3/24/2026

    Starting Today

    This professional learning workshop series is a collaboration between the PNWBOCES School Library System and the Hudson Valley Regional Bilingual Education Resource Network (HV RBERN). It is designed to promote teamwork between ENL teachers and School Librarians from the same school or district. School Librarians and ENL teachers should register to attend together as a team for all sessions.


    Participants will collaborate to develop an event or initiative for ELLs that includes literacy components and recognition of student achievements. Participants will be provided with strategies and support to develop a strong foundation for a successful partnership.


    Session 1 Newcomers to the series - October 16, 8:30 am - 2:30 pm (5.5 hrs): The morning session will include introductory presentations and activities designed to give participants a better understanding of each other's roles, as well as strategies to develop a successful partnership. The afternoon session will include highlights of recent Dynamic Duo events, a discussion of funding and family engagement resources, and prep time to begin collaborative work.


    Returning partnerships - October 16th, 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm (2 hrs): An afternoon working session will include highlights of past participants' work, discussion of funding and family engagement resources, and prep time to begin collaborative work.


    Session 2 - December 9th, full day, 8:30 am - 2:30 pm (5.5 hrs): Working session for all teams to continue developing their plans. Participants will engage in a feedback activity and receive support from SLS and RBERN staff.


    Session 3 - March 24th, 8:30 am - 2:30 pm (5.5 hrs): Participants will review and share their experiences and discuss ideas for continued collaboration with their partners.


    Participants should bring a device to access workshop materials.

    55. Collegial Circle for Art Educators

    Program: Curriculum Center

    Dates: 10/16/2025 to 5/8/2026

    Starting Today
    In a technically-focused world, we have a responsibility to educate the whole child. Art has always provided diverse opportunities for communication, expression, and motivating activities for all types of learners. As we move into a new era of art education, our programs should be able to further support this. The collegial circle for visual arts teachers will allow us to meet, share, and communicate approaches for this type of classroom and curriculum. This program will provide K-12 art teachers with ideas on how to motivate, engage, and create real-world experiences for their students.

    56. Collegial Circle for MTSS/RTI

    Program: Curriculum Center

    Dates: 10/17/2025 to 5/21/2026

    Starting Soon
    Teachers, Administrators, and leaders in Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) coordination roles (ex. MTSS coordinators, building and district administrators, curriculum leaders, data and assessment specialists, and anyone involved in the MTSS work for their building/district) are invited to join the group to build a cross-district network of MTSS leaders. Our conversations will center around how best to use Mutli-Tiered Systems of Support to create a culture of continuous learning that supports both the academic and social-emotional success of all students. While members will drive the agenda, some topics the group will explore will be universal screening, progress monitoring, data-based decision making, multi-level prevention systems, and infrastructure and support mechanisms.

    57. School Counselors Forum

    Program: Guidance & Child Study Center

    Dates: 10/17/2025 to 3/24/2026

    Starting Soon
    This collaborative, participant-driven forum brings together school counselors across K-12 settings to share best practices, explore current trends, and address evolving professional challenges. Topics may include navigating parent relationships, supporting 504/IEP processes, risk assessment systems, executive functioning, compliance updates, and strategies that promote student well-being, leadership, and sustainable schoolwide impact.

    A dedicated post-session for Directors of School Counseling from 10:30-11:00am offers space for focused dialogue around leadership, strategic planning, and navigating compliance, programming, and systemic change.

    This workshop is offered at no cost for Leadership and Student Support Services members.

    The cost for this series is $180. If you are part of the Leadership and Student Support Services membership, the discounted rate will be reflected in your final billing. All participants should register at the standard rate.

    To learn more about membership, please visit Leadership and Student Support Services.

    Our workshops are accessible to people with disabilities. To request accommodations, please contact Hallie Hirsch, hhirsch@pnwboces.org, at least three weeks prior to your event.

    58. Understanding Intervention: Overview of Tiered Intervention in Schools - October 2025

    Program: Regional Partnership Center

    Audience: Teaching Staff

    Dates: 10/17/2025

    Starting Soon
    Identify and differentiate between skill-based, fluency-based, and performance-based interventions. Learn when each of these approaches is appropriate, given the nature of the observed problem and learn how to determine the intensity of intervention to the learner as a response to instruction.

    Our trainings are accessible to people with disabilities. To request accommodations, please contact Felecia Morris, fmorris@pnwboces.org, at least three weeks prior to your event.

    Registration Deadline: Thursday, October 16, 2025, 11:59pm

    59. Equity Leaders Collegial Circle

    Program: Guidance & Child Study Center

    Dates: 10/17/2025 to 3/27/2026

    Starting Soon
    This group will foster collaborative learning, dialogue, and the exchange of best practices to create lasting, positive change. Participants will deepen their understanding of equity challenges, grow as leaders, and drive inclusive transformation within their communities.

    This workshop is offered at no cost for Leadership and Student Support Services members.

    The cost for this series is $550. If you are part of the Leadership and Student Support Services membership, the discounted rate will be reflected in your final billing. All participants should register at the standard rate.

    To learn more about membership, please visit Leadership and Student Support Services.

    Our workshops are accessible to people with disabilities. To request accommodations, please contact Hallie Hirsch, hhirsch@pnwboces.org, at least three weeks prior to your event.

    60. Unpacking Equity: A Scholarship Study Series

    Program: Guidance & Child Study Center

    Dates: 10/17/2025 to 3/27/2026

    Starting Soon
    Participants will use equity-based scholarship to develop strategies to support diverse student populations as well as foster a culture of belonging and inclusivity for students and staff. Through case studies and discussion, educators and leaders will work collaboratively to develop practical strategies to foster culturally responsive learning communities.

    This workshop is offered at no cost for Leadership and Student Support Services members.

    The cost for this series is $550. If you are part of the Leadership and Student Support Services membership, the discounted rate will be reflected in your final billing. All participants should register at the standard rate.

    To learn more about membership, please visit Leadership and Student Support Services.

    Our workshops are accessible to people with disabilities. To request accommodations, please contact Hallie Hirsch, hhirsch@pnwboces.org, at least three weeks prior to your event.

    61. Intermediate Threat Assessment Training (Interview and Assessment)

    Program: Regional Safety Services

    Dates: 10/20/2025

    Starting Soon
    ** Pre-Requisite- Initial Threat Assessment Team Workshop (Comprehensive School Threat Assessment Guidelines Training)** This advanced training has been developed for administrators and clinicians who have previously completed the initial CSTAG training. This training provides attendees with a toolkit to be used in all phases of the interview process when administering a behavioral threat assessment. Additionally, this training will provide a hands-on experience and resources to help assist teams in developing an action plan for interviewing all potential subjects, witnesses and targets. Lastly, techniques and resources for triaging and logistics will be provided.

    62. NYS Recertification Lead Evaluator of Teacher Training- Cohort 3

    Program: Center for Educational Leadership

    Audience: Building Leaders

    Dates: 10/21/2025 to 10/23/2025

    Starting Soon
    These sessions are for administrators who have previously been trained. The State Education Department requires all evaluators of teachers to be certified yearly through an appropriate training process. Lead teacher evaluators are those who conduct Annual Professional Performance Reviews.. The course provides resources and strategies for successfully collecting data from teachers and students. These sessions will include a mix of synchronous and asynchronous learning. (Participants will need a device with internet connection, a camera, a keyboard, and a microphone). and will be presented in (2) 2-1/2-hour sessions. Office hours will be provided allowing us to customize your and /or your teams experience The focus of these workshops will allow participants the opportunity to Explore, Experience and Practice all aspects of the APPR process This workshop will review the 9 essential elements for teacher evaluation as per regulation. Discussions and activities will be focused on: Managing APPR Exploring elements and priorities of the Instructional framework /rubric Connecting APPR to Learning Connecting it to professional growth: Feedback- Compare "feedback” with "praise” and "criticism Crucial Conversations- build evaluators' capacity to have learning-focused conversations: delivering quality, meaningful useful feedback Inter- Rater Reliability

    63. SCI21 ILS Investigation Preparation - ALL MIXED UP (Fall1)

    Program: Science 21

    Audience: N/A

    Dates: 10/21/2025

    Starting Soon

    This 2-hour in-person session is to help schools prepare for one of the science investigations that students must complete for the ILS assessment.

    Participants will be given an opportunity to practice the "hands-on” portion of the assessment. The learning facilitator will review all Teacher Materials, Rubrics, Student Directions, Student Answer Packets, and supplemental Investigation resources. Facilitators will address questions about all aspects of the student task. Alignment to the Science 21 curriculum will be briefly reviewed.

    This session will provide a comprehensive understanding of emotional regulation, a crucial life skill that affects a child's ability to manage their feelings and reactions in various situations. Learn practical strategies to help students identify what they are feeling, cope with big feelings like anger or sadness in healthy ways, and navigate friendships and challenges at school and home, fostering greater self-awareness and positive behavior.

    Note: CEU Credits currently offered only to LMSW/LCSW/LMHC (Social Work) and Doctoral Level Psychologist. All other disciplines are ineligible at this time. 1.5 CEU Credits are available.

    This workshop is offered at no cost for districts that are Northwell members.

    65. Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) Collegial Circle

    Program: Guidance & Child Study Center

    Dates: 10/21/2025 to 5/27/2026

    Starting Soon
    Join fellow CPSE leaders to share ideas, troubleshoot challenges, and explore strategies that help our youngest learners thrive. Together, we'll exchange resources, discuss current trends, and build a trusted network to navigate the unique work of CPSE.

    This workshop is offered at no cost for Leadership and Student Support Services members.

    The cost for this series is $200. If you are part of the Leadership and Student Support Services membership, the discounted rate will be reflected in your final billing. All participants should register at the standard rate.

    To learn more about membership, please visit Leadership and Student Support Services.

    Our workshops are accessible to people with disabilities. To request accommodations, please contact Hallie Hirsch, hhirsch@pnwboces.org, at least three weeks prior to your event.

    66. Committee on Special Education (CSE) Forum

    Program: Guidance & Child Study Center

    Dates: 10/21/2025 to 5/27/2026

    Starting Soon
    Connect with CSE Chairs and special education leaders to share best practices, problem-solve, and strengthen services for students with disabilities. This is a space to learn from one another, support families, and collaborate on making the CSE process work better for everyone.

    This workshop is offered at no cost for Leadership and Student Support Services members.

    The cost for this series is $200. If you are part of the Leadership and Student Support Services membership, the discounted rate will be reflected in your final billing. All participants should register at the standard rate.

    To learn more about membership, please visit Leadership and Student Support Services.

    Our workshops are accessible to people with disabilities. To request accommodations, please contact Hallie Hirsch, hhirsch@pnwboces.org, at least three weeks prior to your event.

    67. Navigating Children's Mental Health Services: What School's Need To Know

    Program: Regional Safety Services

    Audience: Clinicians, Administrators

    Dates: 10/21/2025

    Starting Soon
    Join us for a series of updates and Q & As with the Westchester County Children's SPOA Team including Tori Shaw, Program Coordinator for Children's Mental Health Services with the Westchester County Department of Community Mental Health.

    District representatives will learn about accessing services throughout Westchester's System of Care, including an overview of the Coordinated Children's Service Initiative (CCSI) and Children's Single Point of Access (C-SPOA). Participants will connect with colleagues from other districts, agencies, and organizations to enhance individual and community knowledge and capacity.

    68. Hot Topics in Educational Leadership: What the Research is Telling Us?

    Program: Center for Educational Leadership

    Audience: School Building and Business Leaders

    Dates: 10/21/2025

    Starting Soon
    This workshop will provide leaders with key research findings on relevant and timely leadership topics. This program will highlight the quality of Manhattanville's doctoral program dissertation findings. Participants will gain insights from a mini-keynote presenter followed by a panel presentation on current research findings to inform potential solutions and next steps.

    69. Collegial Circle for PE Teachers

    Program: Curriculum Center

    Dates: 10/22/2025 to 5/19/2026

    Starting Soon
    This collegial circle will allow physical education teachers to come together from across the region to network with one another, collaborate on lessons, and share activities, units, and ideas. It is rare that physical education teachers get professional development opportunities within their district. This opportunity will allow educators to come together in hopes of broadening our horizons and helping each other to have the greatest positive impact on our students, colleagues, families and school community. Participants will be able to listen to fellow educators and their new and innovative ideas while also having a chance to sign up to present and share as well. There will also be a time to share concerns and challenges and come together to problem solve in order to make our gymnasiums/classrooms the best it can be for our students and for our profession. At our first PE Collegial Circle you will get to experience firsthand a unit that I do at my school called Drumming for Fitness, which is a cardiovascular endurance unit that combines drumming, rhythm, and music. This unit can be for all grades K-12. PLEASE BRING a yoga/exercise ball AND a bucket for this session! I will provide the other equipment that we will need. If you have any questions regarding the equipment you need to bring please just email me at suzanne.leslie@chufsd.org. Thank you all!

    70. SCI21 ELS Investigation Preparation - CIRCLE OF LIFE (Fall1)

    Program: Science 21

    Audience: 3

    Dates: 10/22/2025

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    This 2-hour in-person session is to help schools prepare for one of the science investigations that students must complete for the ELS assessment.

    Participants will be given an opportunity to practice the "hands-on” portion of the assessment. The learning facilitator will review all Teacher Materials, Rubrics, Student Directions, Student Answer Packets, and supplemental Investigation resources. Facilitators will address questions about all aspects of the student task. Alignment to the Science 21 curriculum will be briefly reviewed.

    Since the investigation tasks are considered secured items by the NYSED Office of State Assessment, we have been advised that we cannot distribute the investigations to workshop participants. PLEASE BRING A COPY OF THE INVESTIGATION WITH YOU.

    If you have not yet gotten a copy of the investigation, copy and paste this link into your browser; it will bring you to the download instructions. These downloads must be done through the PRINCIPAL PORTAL through the NYSED website. https://www.nysed.gov/sites/default/files/programs/state-assessment/availability-els-ils-required-investigations-2022.pdf

    71. DASA: An Overview for Building Administrators and DASA Coordinators

    Program: Center for Educational Leadership

    Audience: DASA Coordinators, Principal, Assistant Principals

    Dates: 10/22/2025

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    This workshop is designed to give administrators and DASA coordinators the legal overview of the DASA legislation necessary to meet all State requirements.

    72. Phonological Awareness: Establishing the Foundations for Reading Success

    Program: Regional Partnership Center

    Audience: Special Education Teachers, General Education Teachers, Literacy/Reading Instructors, Administrators, Curriculum Specialists, Department Heads.

    Dates: 10/22/2025 to 11/17/2025

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    The purpose of this 2-day training is to help participants gain a greater understanding of the Science of Reading; specifically, what phonological awareness is and how crucial this skillset is to the foundation of reading success. Participants will explore what phonological awareness skills to teach, when to teach them, and how to teach these skills for students to master phonological awareness. The training will also provide context for the importance of using assessments to improve effectiveness of phonological awareness instruction for students.

    To overcome equity barriers, educators need to focus on systematic, explicit instruction to teach the skills supported by the science of reading. This training is one within a series on effective reading instruction. Recommended trainings within this series include Foundations of Effective Reading Instruction: Understanding the Science of Reading, Phonics & Word Recognition: Establishing the Foundations for Reading Success, Explicit Vocabulary Instruction for Teachers, Explicit Instruction: An Evidence-Based Practice for Effective and Long-Term Learning, and Reviewing Your Literacy Curriculum: Evaluating Alignment with the Science of Reading. Each of these trainings requires its own registration.

    Our trainings are accessible to people with disabilities. To request accommodations, please contact Geraldine Gilmore, ggilmore@pnwboces.org.

    For information on weather related delays or cancellations, please go to www.PNWBOCES.org. If BOCES closes, all professional learning activities will be cancelled and rescheduled for another date whenever possible. If a delayed opening is announced, start times are: 1-Hour Delay = 9:30am start; 2-Hour Delay = 10:30am start; 3-Hour Delay = 11:30am start. In the event of an early dismissal, afternoon professional learning activities, meetings, etc. will be cancelled.

    Registration Deadline: Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 11:59pm

    73. Science of Reading for Administrators: The First Steps - October 2025

    Program: Regional Partnership Center

    Audience: Building and District Leaders

    Dates: 10/22/2025

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    This training is intended to help administrators gain a greater understanding of what the Science of Reading has determined to be the foundational skills needed to become a proficient reader.
    Participants will explore current instructional practices in reading and the impact they have on reading proficiency.
    This training also highlights ineffective practices and why those may not be working. Participants will review tools to support analyzing classroom and building practices and have time to begin action planning for improvement.

    Our trainings are accessible to people with disabilities. To request accommodations, please contact Felecia Morris, fmorris@pnwboces.org, at least three weeks prior to your event.

    Registration Deadline: Tuesday, October 21, 2025, 11:59 pm

    74. State Performance Plan (SPP) Indicator 13: Secondary Transition

    Program: Regional Partnership Center

    Audience: Special education administrators, chairpersons, and/or special education teachers from districts who will be undergoing the Indicator 13 review in the 2026-2027 school year.

    Dates: 10/22/2025

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    Special Education Quality Assurance (SEQA) conducts the State Performance Plan (SPP) 13: Secondary Transition compliance review in the Fall of the school year a district is scheduled for monitoring of SPP Indicator 13 (in accordance with the six-year monitoring cycle). The purpose of this training is to review key concepts of this compliance review to ensure districts are developing individualized education programs (IEPs) for students aged 15 and over that meet SPP Indicator 13 compliance requirements. Districts are required to complete this training the school year prior to undergoing review. This training is focused on meeting compliance for SPP Indicator 13. The required district staff to attend this training is the CSE Chairperson for secondary students. Special education administrators and/or special education teachers from districts are also welcome to complete this training.

    Districts may also attend this virtual training on September 30, 2025.

    It is highly encouraged, but not required, for districts preparing for their Indicator 13 review to send staff to additional trainings on transition in the IEP. Please see our full catalog for the additional trainings, including Transition in the IEP Overview of Core Components (11/4 or 1/7); Transition in the IEP: Case Study Application (11/4), Transition Assessment (11/18, 1/14, & 1/27); Transition in the IEP Modules: MPSGs (12/10), PLPs (12/2), & CSAs (12/18).

    This training will be held via Zoom.

    Our trainings are accessible to people with disabilities. To request accommodations, please contact ggilmore@pnwboces.org, at least three weeks prior to your event.

    For information on weather-related delays or cancellations, please go to PNW BOCES website. If a delayed opening is announced, this session will be cancelled and rescheduled for another date if possible.

    Registration Deadline: Monday, October 20, 2025 at 11:59pm

    75. SCI21 ELS Investigation Preparation - LIGHT IT UP! (Fall1)

    Program: Science 21

    Audience: 4

    Dates: 10/22/2025

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    This 2-hour in-person session is to help schools prepare for one of the science investigations that students must complete for the ELS assessment.

    Participants will be given an opportunity to practice the "hands-on” portion of the assessment. The learning facilitator will review all Teacher Materials, Rubrics, Student Directions, Student Answer Packets, and supplemental Investigation resources. Facilitators will address questions about all aspects of the student task. Alignment to the Science 21 curriculum will be briefly reviewed.

    Since the investigation tasks are considered secured items by the NYSED Office of State Assessment, we have been advised that we cannot distribute the investigations to workshop participants. PLEASE BRING A COPY OF THE INVESTIGATION WITH YOU.

    If you have not yet gotten a copy of the investigation, copy and paste this link into your browser; it will bring you to the download instructions. These downloads must be done through the PRINCIPAL PORTAL through the NYSED website. https://www.nysed.gov/sites/default/files/programs/state-assessment/availability-els-ils-required-investigations-2022.pdf

    76. School Violence Prevention & Intervention Workshop (Facilitated via Zoom)

    Program: NYS State Certification Courses

    Audience: Candidates applying for New York State teacher certification

    Dates: 10/22/2025

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    Candidates applying for New York State teacher certification must complete two hours of coursework in school violence prevention and intervention. An electronic file will be sent to the state reporting completion of the course. Registration fee must be paid by credit card. For more information contact cbraden@pnwboces.org or call 914-248-3692. (Zoom invite will be forwarded, once credit cards are processed).

    77. Advanced Threat Assessment Training (Module A)

    Program: Regional Safety Services

    Audience: Administrators, Nurses, Directors of Facilities, Directors of Security, Support Staff, TA’s/Monitors, Teachers, Science Staff, Clinicians, and Security Guards.

    Dates: 10/23/2025

    ** Pre-Requisite- Initial Threat Assessment Team Workshop (Comprehensive School Threat Assessment Guidelines Training)** This training, provided in partnership with the FBI, is meant for established Threat Assessment triage teams using an evidenced-based model, such as the CSTAG. This training will review current best practices, highlight concerning behaviors, and involvement of county Threat Assessment Management teams, culminating with tabletop exercises involving local and regional case studies along with lessons learned.

    78. Artful Thinking: Igniting Learning Across the Curriculum

    Program: Curriculum Center

    Dates: 10/23/2025

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    This full day workshop, open to teachers of all subject areas including visual arts, ELA, social studies, world languages, and ENL, provides flexible strategies and adaptable tools to integrate art critique, student voice, and interdisciplinary connections into any classroom. The Magazzino Italian Art Museum, in partnership with PNW BOCES, invites K-12 educators to a free, hands-on professional development workshop that explores how the arts can transform teaching across disciplines. Held at Magazzino's beautiful Education Center in the Hudson Valley, the workshop blends gallery exploration, studio art-making, collaborative lesson planning, and lively discussion. Educators will engage with Magazzino's renowned collection of postwar and contemporary Italian art while discovering strategies like object-based learning (OBL) and content-and-language integrated learning (CLIL), all aligned with New York State Standards. Participants will leave with ready-to-use resources and fresh ideas for immediate application.

    79. Working Effectively with Caregivers of Anxious Students

    Program: Guidance & Child Study Center

    Dates: 10/23/2025

    Continuing Education Contact Hours are available for LMSWs, LCSWs, and Licensed Psychologists

    This workshop will outline approaches for most effectively working with parents and caregivers of anxious students. The presenter will review evidence-based parenting approaches and will discuss how to handle common challenges such as low caregiver engagement, caregiver accommodation of avoidance, and inconsistency between caregivers.

    Districts enrolled in the Leadership and Student Support Services membership are eligible for the subscriber price.

    To learn more about membership, please visit Leadership and Student Support Services.

    Our workshops are accessible to people with disabilities. To request accommodations, please contact hhirsch@pnwboces.org

    80. Play Therapy in Schools: Engaging, Assessing, and Supporting Children Through Play

    Program: Guidance & Child Study Center

    Dates: 10/23/2025 to 3/12/2026

    This three-part workshop series is designed for school-based clinicians (social workers, psychologists, and guidance counselors) who currently support children through play-based counseling or those who are interested incorporating this practice into their work with student groups.

    Participants will explore foundational play therapy techniques including rituals, role play, and cognitive behavioral play, and learn how to use toys and games to build connections, address trauma, and support group and family work.

    The series will address clinical issues including: anxiety, ADHD, anger, depression, school avoidance, and suicidal ideation, with developmentally appropriate tools to assess and intervene. Session strategies will include directive and non-directive approaches, labeled praise, selective attention, mindfulness integration, and CBT-based interventions.

    Participants will leave with practical tools to enhance emotional regulation, resilience, friendship-building, and overall student wellbeing. Association for Play Therapy 6 CEs will be offered to clinical staff. For more information on credential see www.a4pt.org.

    Districts enrolled in the Leadership and Student Support Services membership are eligible for the subscriber price.

    To learn more about membership, please visit Leadership and Student Support Services.

    Our workshops are accessible to people with disabilities. To request accommodations, please contact hhirsch@pnwboces.org

    81. Collegial Circle of Aspiring and Advancing Women

    Program: Center for Educational Leadership

    Audience: Female Leaders

    Dates: 10/23/2025 to 4/23/2026

    The goal of this virtual collegial circle series is to support women aspiring to enter the ranks of leadership as well as pursue advanced leadership roles. Using a critical friend and case study model, the quarterly meetings will be used to unpack issues and challenges as well as celebrate successes! Opportunities for one-on-one sessions and coaching are also available.

    82. Empower Every Learner: AI and Assistive Tech Solutions

    Program: Education Technology

    Audience: Teachers and Leaders

    Dates: 10/24/2025

    Join us for a dynamic conference focused on leveraging AI and assistive technology to support all learners. Through interactive sessions, participants will explore how education technology tools can promote equity, accessibility, and personalized learning. NYSCATE and PNW BOCES are excited to partner for this regional event,, which promises to boost your knowledge.

    83. SCI21 Administrators Fall Briefing (AM)

    Program: Science 21

    Audience: Administrators

    Dates: 10/24/2025

    Science 21 holds brief meetings for administrators of our Science 21 participating districts twice a year. 

    The Fall meeting

    This session is intended for school or district administrators new to the SCI21 program or new to their role.

    This 2-hour session is an opportunity to get acquainted with elements of SCI21 and learn how curriculum changes will affect your district's schools.  This briefing will address the following topics: 

  • New York State Science Learning Standards overview
  • Curriculum and instructional changes incorporated into the program
  • Budget cycle
  • Submitting science kit orders and kit management
  • Kit and professional learning planning

    Sessions are scheduled for 2.5 hours to accommodate a question and answer opportunity at the end of each meeting.

    Note: these are half-day sessions from 8:30-11:00 (AM) or 12:00-2:30 (PM). No Fee.

  • 84. SCI21 Administrators Fall Briefing (PM)

    Program: Science 21

    Audience: Administrators

    Dates: 10/24/2025

    Science 21 holds brief meetings for administrators of our Science 21 participating districts twice a year. 

    The Fall meeting

    This session is intended for school or district administrators new to the SCI21 program or new to their role.

    This 2-hour session is an opportunity to get acquainted with elements of SCI21 and learn how curriculum changes will affect your district's schools.  This briefing will address the following topics: 

  • New York State Science Learning Standards overview
  • Curriculum and instructional changes incorporated into the program
  • Budget cycle
  • Submitting science kit orders and kit management
  • Kit and professional learning planning

    Sessions are scheduled for 2.5 hours to accommodate a question and answer opportunity at the end of each meeting.

    Note: these are half-day sessions from 8:30-11:00 (AM) or 12:00-2:30 (PM). No Fee.

  • 85. Living History: Commemorating, Remembering and Honoring the Generation who Fought the American Revolution

    Program: The Hudson River Teacher Center

    Audience: All educators, administrators and school staff

    Dates: 10/24/2025 to 10/25/2025

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    The American Revolution ended in 1783 and the desire to honor and commemorate the generation that achieved American Independence started that same year. The concept of the Society of the Cincinnati was that of Major General Henry Knox. The first meeting of the Society was held in May 1783 at a dinner at the Verplanck House (present-day Mount Gulian), Fishkill, New York, before the British evacuation from New York City.

    This course will consist of a Zoom Meeting with multimedia presentation about the history of the American Revolution and the order of Cincinnatus. This course will also consist of a site visitation at Mount Gulian. Participants will be responsible for all travel costs and meals.

    Participants will be able to:

  • Identify the reasons why the Hudson Rover was so important to the American war effort in the War of Independence.
  • Discuss the impact of the American Revolution on Hudson Valley communities
  • Summarize the events that took place during Burgoyne's Saratoga Campaign in 1777
  • 86. SCI21 ILS Investigation Preparation - HOWS THE WEATHER UP THERE (Fall1)

    Program: Science 21

    Audience: N/A

    Dates: 10/27/2025

    This 2-hour in-person session is to help schools prepare for one of the science investigations that students must complete for the ILS assessment.

    Participants will be given an opportunity to practice the "hands-on” portion of the assessment. The learning facilitator will review all Teacher Materials, Rubrics, Student Directions, Student Answer Packets, and supplemental Investigation resources. Facilitators will address questions about all aspects of the student task. Alignment to the Science 21 curriculum will be briefly reviewed.

    87. Student Involvement in the Individualized Education Program (IEP) for Professionals

    Program: Regional Partnership Center

    Audience: Teaching Staff, administration and transition coordinators.

    Dates: 10/27/2025 to 5/11/2026

    This is a 4-Part Series with an optional Tech Assistance Session. Participants in this series will be part of a think tank with like-minded educators. Self-determination and its benefits provide the foundation for the ideas and resources shared to support students with disabilities at all grade levels to increase their participation in IEP development, Committee on Special Education (CSE) participation and IEP implementation. Networking and brainstorming with colleagues from other Educational Organizations (EO)s and national resources are provided.

    Day 1- 10/27/25 - 9:00 am-12:00 pm
    Day 2- 11/17/25 - 9:00 am-12:00 pm
    Day 3- 12/5/25 - 9:00 am-12:00 pm
    TECH ASSISTANCE - *OPTIONAL* - 3/25/26
    Day 4- 5/11/26 - 9:00 am-12:00

    Our trainings are accessible to people with disabilities. To request accommodations, please contact Felecia Morris, fmorris@pnwboces.org, at least three weeks prior to your event.

    Cancellations and delays due to inclement weather can be found on the PNW BOCES website. If a delayed opening is announced, morning learning sessions will be rescheduled for another date whenever possible. For full day professional learning activities, please see the start times below: 1-Hour Delay: Workshops start at 9:30am 2-Hour Delay: Workshops start at 10:30am

    Registration Deadline: Friday, October 24, 2025, 11:59 pm

    88. Behavioral Threat Assessment and Management (BTAM): Best Practices for a Defensible Process

    Program: Regional Safety Services

    Audience: Administrators, Directors of Security, Clinicians, Support Staff

    Dates: 10/27/2025

    This workshop will discuss how to make your school/district's BTAM process more legally defensible. The most current research and recommendations will be discussed with an emphasis on the critical importance of establishing multi-disciplinary threat assessment teams and how to address the systemic barriers that complicate information sharing, documentation, and follow-up planning and supports. The importance of addressing bias, equity, and disproportionality within the BTAM process will also be explained. Knowledge gained in serving as an expert witness in court cases involving threat assessment, targeted violence and suicidal ideation will be highlighted. Specific recommendations for improving the fidelity of implementation of best practice threat assessment protocols will also be provided. Workshop participants will learn how to build a high-quality behavioral threat assessment and management program utilizing best practice strategies to build a legally defensible process. They will also learn to understand how to conduct a threat assessment using strategies that increase equity while decreasing bias and disproportionality, learn the clear distinction, yet complementary aspects, between threat assessment and suicide risk assessment. Participants will be provided best practice guidance regarding parent permission vs notification, information sharing, discipline, and change in programming and/or placement decision and recommendations for improving the fidelity of implementation of the BTAM process

    89. SCI21 ILS Investigation Preparation - ITS ALIVE (Fall1)

    Program: Science 21

    Audience: N/A

    Dates: 10/27/2025

    This 2-hour in-person session is to help schools prepare for one of the science investigations that students must complete for the ILS assessment.

    Participants will be given an opportunity to practice the "hands-on” portion of the assessment. The learning facilitator will review all Teacher Materials, Rubrics, Student Directions, Student Answer Packets, and supplemental Investigation resources. Facilitators will address questions about all aspects of the student task. Alignment to the Science 21 curriculum will be briefly reviewed.

    90. LETRS Volume 2 (COHORT A) Bedford ONLY

    Program: Curriculum Center Literacy

    Audience: Educators of reading, spelling, and related language skills, general and education teachers, reading teachers, interventionists, literacy leaders

    Dates: 10/28/2025 to 4/21/2026

    LETRS is an empowering professional learning course for instructors of reading, spelling, and related language skills. LETRS provides educators with the background, depth of knowledge, and tools to teach language and literacy to every student. LETRS can be used regardless of the literacy program in use. Educators in this program will benefit from:
  • Understanding the content and methodology of research-based, explicit, structured literacy instruction
  • Deep knowledge of the cognitive and language factors that shape student learning and of pedagogical detail
  • Information about how to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students

    The focus of Volume 2 is language comprehension. Topics addressed include:
  • Oral Language and Vocabulary
  • Understanding Reading Comprehension
  • Text-Driven Comprehension Instruction
  • The Reading-Writing Connection

    **Participation in Volume 2 includes:
  • Four, full-day, synchronous workshops
  • 32-41 hours of asynchronous online coursework and reading
  • 12-16 hours of Bridge to Practice activities (application in a classroom)

    Participants MUST have completed LETRS Volume 1 BEFORE registering for LETRS Volume 2. Registration includes participation in the four workshops, a Volume 2 manual, and a one-year subscription to the LETRS Suite. The LETRS Suite is where online coursework and reading will be completed.
  • 91. From Points to Purpose: Reimagining Grading in Mathematics

    Program: Curriculum Center

    Dates: 10/28/2025 to 4/15/2026

    This session engages middle and high school math teachers in rethinking grading and assessment to better support student learning. Participants will examine the purpose of grades, identify hidden inequities, and explore strategies like formative feedback, student ownership, and standards-based grading. Through interactive activities and planning, teachers will leave with practical tools to build equitable, meaningful grading systems that empower all learners.

    92. School Psychologist Forum

    Program: Guidance & Child Study Center

    Dates: 10/28/2025 to 3/10/2026

    Continuing Education Contact Hours are available for Licensed Psychologists

    This professional learning series, facilitated by Cognitive Behavioral Consultants, offers interactive sessions focused on supporting the evolving roles of school psychologists. Participants will engage in evidence-based practices, peer collaboration, and reflective dialogue to enhance their impact in school settings

    This workshop is offered at no cost for Leadership and Student Support Services members.

    The cost for this series is $450. If you are part of the Leadership and Student Support Services membership, the discounted rate will be reflected in your final billing. All participants should register at the standard rate.

    To learn more about membership, please visit Leadership and Student Support Services.

    Our workshops are accessible to people with disabilities. To request accommodations, please contact Hallie Hirsch, hhirsch@pnwboces.org, at least three weeks prior to your event.

    Please note: Choosing the CEU enrollment option will provide 2 Continuing Education contact hours per session

    93. SCI21 HS Investigation Preparation - Earth/Space Science (Fall1)

    Program: Science 21

    Audience: HS

    Dates: 10/28/2025

    This full day in-person session is intended to help schools prepare for the science investigations that students must complete for the HS assessment.

    Participants will be given an opportunity to practice the "hands-on” portion of the assessment. The learning facilitator will review all Teacher Materials, Rubrics, Student Directions, Student Answer Packets, and supplemental Investigation resources. Facilitators will address questions about all aspects of the student task.

    Since the investigation tasks are considered secured items by the NYSED Office of State Assessment, we have been advised that we cannot distribute the investigations to workshop participants. PLEASE BRING A COPY OF THE INVESTIGATIONS WITH YOU.

    If you have not yet gotten a copy of the investigation, copy and paste this link into your browser; it will bring you to the download instructions. These downloads must be done through the PRINCIPAL PORTAL through the NYSED website. https://www.nysed.gov/sites/default/files/programs/state-assessment/availability-els-ils-required-investigations-2022.pdf

    This is a full-day session; the day includes 3 investigations.

    94. Cornell University - Building Successful Team and Team Leaders

    Program: Center for Educational Leadership

    Audience: District and Building Level Leaders

    Dates: 10/28/2025

    This course is designed to equip educational leaders, administrators and HR professionals with the knowledge and skills to build and lead high-performing teams by understanding team types, maximizing team potential, identifying elements of high performance, applying effective leadership strategies, fostering alignment and collaboration, and navigating diverse work styles to enhance team success.

    95. Bilingual Clinicians Collaborative

    Program: Guidance & Child Study Center

    Dates: 10/28/2025 to 3/10/2026

    Continuing Education Contact Hours are available for LMSWs, LCSWs, SLPs, Audiologists and Licensed Psychologists

    This collaborative offers a supportive space for bilingual clinicians to connect, share insights, and discuss the unique challenges of working with culturally and linguistically diverse populations. Participants will explore best practices in assessment, intervention, and report writing, with a focus on culturally responsive and equitable service delivery. Sessions will also highlight tools, strategies, and resources to support clinical decision-making and effective communication with families and teams.

    This workshop is offered at no cost for Leadership and Student Support Services members.

    The cost for this series is $225. If you are part of the Leadership and Student Support Services membership, the discounted rate will be reflected in your final billing. All participants should register at the standard rate.

    To learn more about membership, please visit Leadership and Student Support Services.

    Our workshops are accessible to people with disabilities. To request accommodations, please contact Hallie Hirsch, hhirsch@pnwboces.org, at least three weeks prior to your event.

    Please note: Choosing the CEU enrollment option will provide Continuing Education contact hours per session as follows:

    Psychologists and Social Workers - 1.5 contact hours; Speech-Language Pathologists - 1.8 contact hours.

    96. LETRS Volume 1 (Cohort A) - Bedford ONLY

    Program: Curriculum Center Literacy

    Audience: Educators of reading, spelling, and related language skills, general and education teachers, reading teachers, interventionists, literacy leaders

    Dates: 10/29/2025 to 4/22/2026

    LETRS is an empowering professional learning course for instructors of reading, spelling, and related language skills. LETRS provides educators with the background, depth of knowledge, and tools to teach language and literacy to every student. LETRS can be used regardless of the literacy program in use. Educators in this program will benefit from:
  • Understanding the content and methodology of research-based, explicit, structured literacy instruction
  • Deep knowledge of the cognitive and language factors that shape student learning and of pedagogical detail
  • Information about how to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students

    The focus of Volume 1 is word recognition. Topics addressed include:
  • The Challenge of Learning to Read
  • The Speech Sounds of English
  • Teaching Beginning Phonics, Word Recognition, and Spelling
  • Advanced Decoding, Spelling, and Word Recognition

    **Participation in Volume 1 includes:
  • Four, full-day workshops
  • 37-48 hours of asynchronous online coursework and reading
  • 10-15 hours of Bridge to Practice activities (application in a classroom)
  • 97. Evolving from the Mini-Lesson: Other Ways to Facilitate High-Quality Writing Instruction

    Program: Curriculum Center Literacy

    Audience: K-5 Teachers & Leaders

    Dates: 10/29/2025

    There is a lot that works about the mini-lesson concept - it's just not the only way to get kids writing! Let's make shifts that consider alternatives to the mini-lesson so we can fortify our writing instruction with science of reading research. We will look at brilliant and bold ways to inspire ourselves as instructors to support writers who create narratives that are informative.

    Participants will:

  • Explore online tools, such as Screencastify, Padlet, Newsela, YouTube, Storyline Online, Reading A to Z, and Mentimeter to stimulate personalized instruction
  • Prepare resources to support student responses (sentence stems, word banks), especially important for multilingual learners
  • Explore strategies for modeling, teaching, discussing, and mentoring writers outside of the mini-lesson format
  • Leverage techniques to connect with budding writers and craft ideas that get repeated in their writing
  • Flip kids' ""curiosity switches"" so they soak up topic information and digest details
  • Facilitated by the harris project, this session offers interactive training on a first-of-its-kind Co-Occurring Disorders (COD) curriculum, designed for high school settings. Structured across three sessions, the curriculum seamlessly integrates into existing health periods. It enables a wide range of educators-Health and Physical Education teachers, school social workers, student assistance counselors, and other professionals-to address the intersection of mental health challenges and substance use issues.

    Participants will explore how to implement this innovative curriculum, engage with practical teaching strategies, and learn how to build prevention and resilience in students. Through hands-on exercises, attendees will be equipped to integrate the curriculum into their existing programs, helping students navigate complex issues and make healthy, informed choices.

    By the end of this session, educators will be prepared to incorporate the COD curriculum into their classrooms and empower students with the tools for resilience and well-being.

    Our workshops are accessible to people with disabilities. To request accommodations, please contact Hallie Hirsch, hhirsch@pnwboces.org, at least three weeks prior to your event.

    Join us for a comprehensive and interactive professional development session tailored exclusively for elementary mathematics teachers. This immersive workshop focuses on equipping educators with effective instructional scaffolding techniques to empower students in approaching math word problems with confidence and clarity. Additionally, fluency and automaticity techniques will be addressed. During this session, participants will learn about the cognitive processes involved in solving word problems and learning how to design instructional activities using a technique called Content Scaffolding Progression to better help students become more sophisticated problem solvers. Through hands-on activities, video demonstrations, and collaborative planning time, teachers will learn practical applications of these high intensity instructional techniques. By the end of this full-day session, you will have a rich toolkit of instructional scaffolding techniques to transform your teaching approach and enhance your students' problem-solving and reasoning abilities and intensive techniques to for fluency and automaticity. You'll leave with practical, classroom-ready strategies and a deeper understanding of how to support your students on their mathematical journey. **Prerequisite strongly recommended: Part 1 - Using High Intensity Instructional Techniques to Enhance Retention in the Elementary Mathematics Classroom**

    100. SCI21 HS Investigation Preparation - Chemistry (Fall2)

    Program: Science 21

    Audience: HS

    Dates: 10/29/2025 to 11/3/2025

    Wait List

    This day and a half in-person session is intended to help schools prepare for the science investigations that students must complete for the HS assessment.

    Participants will be given an opportunity to practice the "hands-on” portion of the assessment. The learning facilitator will review all Teacher Materials, Rubrics, Student Directions, Student Answer Packets, and supplemental Investigation resources. Facilitators will address questions about all aspects of the student task.

    Since the investigation tasks are considered secured items by the NYSED Office of State Assessment, we have been advised that we cannot distribute the investigations to workshop participants. PLEASE BRING A COPY OF THE INVESTIGATIONS WITH YOU.

    If you have not yet gotten a copy of the investigation, copy and paste this link into your browser; it will bring you to the download instructions. These downloads must be done through the PRINCIPAL PORTAL through the NYSED website. https://www.nysed.gov/sites/default/files/programs/state-assessment/availability-els-ils-required-investigations-2022.pdf

    This is a day and a half session and includes 3 investigations.

    101. School Avoidance Collaborative Consultation Series

    Program: Guidance & Child Study Center

    Dates: 10/29/2025 to 5/27/2026

    During this series, Dr. Anthony Puliafico, the director of the Columbia University Clinic for Anxiety and Related Disorders - Westchester, will meet regularly with a group of clinicians, administrators and educators from participating districts with focus on supporting students exhibiting school avoidance behavior. There will be time reserved during each session for case consultation and review.

    Dr. Puliafico will cover the following topics:

  • Understanding the functions of school avoidance
  • Implementing strategies to assess, identify and prevent school avoidance
  • Using exposure-based cognitive behavioral therapy approaches to treat school-related anxiety
  • Supporting caregivers in responding effectively to school avoidance
  • Troubleshooting challenging family issues related to school avoidance
  • Working with school staff and administrators to support consistent school attendance and engagement
  • Addressing comorbid concerns contributing to school avoidance (depression, medical problems)

    Districts enrolled in the Leadership and Student Support Services membership are eligible for the subscriber price.

    To learn more about membership, please visit Leadership and Student Support Services.

    Our workshops are accessible to people with disabilities. To request accommodations, please contact hhirsch@pnwboces.org