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1. Data Privacy Officer (DPO) Cohort Trainings

Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

Audience: Monroe 1 and 2 Distrist DPOs

Dates: 9/12/2023 to 5/15/2024

Data Privacy Officer (DPO) training will take place each month at 11 Linden Park. Each month's training will be 2.5 hours scheduled over the course of each training date.


Topics covered include:
  • Creating a data inventory practice and data flow mapping
  • Creating an asset inventory practice
  • Prepping and presenting an IT budget aligned to organizational vision and cyber needs
  • Leveraging CISA and MS-ISAC tools to fast forward your CISA strategy
  • Operationalizing vendor management strategies and NIST controls
  • Access control strategies to enhance your cyber program
  • Maximizing BOCES partnerships
  • Assessing your cyber program and refining strategy
  • Establishing an employee education training strategy
  • 2. Westfall Academy ONLY Professional Learning Community (PLC)

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Audience: Westfall Academy All Staff

    Dates: 9/26/2023 to 5/7/2024

    We will continue our work on restorative practices, instructional strategies, sharing of best practices and pedagogy.

    3. Excellence Through the Math Practices Project

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Dates: 9/27/2023 to 5/15/2024

    Welcome back for year two of the Excellence Through the Math Practices Project! All are welcome to join this team as we continue to explore how the implementation of the Next Generation Learning Standards is truly an opportunity to focus on equitable instruction for ALL students. This year we will be developing strategies and resources, through the lens of the 8 Mathematical Practices, to support student success. This is open to all math educators who want to help lead the way in this essential work.

    4. Monroe 1 & 2 Social Studies Leadership Cohort

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Audience: K-12 Social Studies District Leaders

    Dates: 10/11/2023 to 5/22/2024

    Description: The Social Studies Leadership Cohort offers opportunities to review updates from NYSED, share best practices, connect with community resources, and collaborate with area colleagues regarding current topics and issues. Participants are encouraged to help shape the agenda to best fit their needs leading up to each session. This year there will be a session focused on K-5 Social Studies and one session focused on Regents exams.

    5. Regional Science Leaders Meetings

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Audience: Regional Science Leaders or their representative

    Dates: 10/18/2023 to 5/21/2024

    Each meeting will focus on information passed down from NYSED Office of State Assessment during the Science Statewide Meetings as well as topics determined important by the group. These meetings are intended for Regional Science Leaders or their representatives.

    6. Regional Literacy Leaders (for Teachers and Administrators in Monroe County Schools)

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Audience: Teacher leaders and administrators employed in school districts in Monroe County.

    Dates: 10/26/2023 to 5/23/2024

    The Regional Literacy Leaders group meets throughout the school year in order to provide ELA specific updates from NYSED; explore best curriculum, assessment, and instructional practices; and provide networking opportunities among group members.

    7. Elementary Principals Forum

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Audience: Elementary Principals

    Dates: 11/7/2023 to 5/21/2024

    This is an opportunity for Elementary Principals to meet virtually and in-person in order to share ideas and problem solve as a group.

    8. Science of Reading (SOR) Forum

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Dates: 11/27/2023 to 5/20/2024

    The 'Science of Reading' is a vast body of research collected over time from multiple fields of study. This research has identified assessment and instructional practices that educators can and should use to support students in their reading and writing development. This professional learning opportunity is intended to provide teachers and leaders the collaborative opportunity to learn about and reflect upon the ways in which SOR practices can be implemented effectively in the classroom setting. In addition, time will be spent reflecting on strategies to engage families in this important work.

    9. Assistant Principals Forum

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Audience: Assistant Principals

    Dates: 11/28/2023 to 5/28/2024

    This is an opportunity for Assistant Principals to meet virtually in order to share ideas and problem solve as a group.

    10. WEBSTER - INVITE ONLY - LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) 3rd Edition, Volume 1

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Audience: Teachers, Reading Specialists, Special Education Teachers, ENL Teachers, Building Administrators

    Dates: 3/13/2024 to 4/10/2024

    Closed
    LETRS stands for Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling. This comprehensive professional development empowers teachers to understand the science behind how students learn to read and why some students struggle. LETRS participants will deepen their knowledge of the what, why and how of scientifically based reading instruction - while sharpening their ability to diagnose why students are struggling and how to provide proven interventions. LETRS 3rd Edition professional development is delivered in a series of units that address each essential component of reading instruction and the foundational concepts that link each component. The full LETRS course is two volumes (volume 1 focuses on word recognition; volume 2 focuses on language comprehension). This 4-day series will address volume 1. In addition, participants will receive a LETRS manual and 1-year access to an online learning platform with additional professional learning about the Science of Reading.

    11. Westfall Academy ONLY Professional Development #2 ASYCHRONOUS

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Audience: Westfall Academy ONLY

    Dates: 3/20/2024

    We will continue our work on restorative practices, instructional strategies, best practices and pedagogy. This will be an ASYNCHROUNOUS 3 hour professional development.

    12. LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) 3rd Edition, Volume 2

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Audience: Teachers, Reading Specialists, Special Education Teachers, ENL Teachers, Building Administrators

    Dates: 3/26/2024 to 4/30/2024

    Closed
    LETRS stands for Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling. This comprehensive professional development empowers teachers to understand the science behind how students learn to read and why some students struggle. LETRS participants will deepen their knowledge of the what, why and how of scientifically based reading instruction - while sharpening their ability to diagnose why students are struggling and how to provide proven interventions. LETRS 3rd Edition professional development is delivered in a series of units that address each essential component of reading instruction and the foundational concepts that link each component. The full LETRS course is two volumes (volume 1 focuses on word recognition; volume 2 focuses on language comprehension). This 4-day series will address volume 2. In addition, participants will receive a LETRS manual and 1-year access to an online learning platform with additional professional learning about the Science of Reading.

    13. Virtual Book Study: Culturally Responsive Teaching & the Brain by Zaretta Hammond

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Audience: P-12 Educators

    Dates: 4/10/2024 to 6/5/2024

    In the book, Culturally Responsive Teaching & the Brain , author Zaretta Hammond draws on cutting edge neuroscience research to offer an innovative approach for designing and implementing brain compatible culturally responsive instruction.

    The book includes:
  • Information on how one's culture programs the brain to process data and affects learning relationships
  • Ten "key moves" to build students' learner operating systems and prepare them to become independent learners
  • Prompts for action and valuable self-reflection

    This virtual book study will meet synchronously (via Zoom) every two weeks for 1.5 hours.

    Please note: Participants are responsible for purchasing their own book. Please have pages 1-35 (Intro, Ch. 1, & Ch. 2) read before our first session on April 10th.
  • 14. GATES CHILI - INVITE ONLY - LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) 3rd Edition, Volume 2

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Audience: Teachers, Reading Specialists, Special Education Teachers, ENL Teachers, Building Administrators

    Dates: 4/11/2024 to 5/2/2024

    LETRS stands for Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling. This comprehensive professional development empowers teachers to understand the science behind how students learn to read and why some students struggle. LETRS participants will deepen their knowledge of the what, why and how of scientifically based reading instruction - while sharpening their ability to diagnose why students are struggling and how to provide proven interventions. LETRS 3rd Edition professional development is delivered in a series of units that address each essential component of reading instruction and the foundational concepts that link each component. The full LETRS course is two volumes (volume 1 focuses on word recognition; volume 2 focuses on language comprehension). This 4-day series will address volume 2. In addition, participants will receive a LETRS manual and 1-year access to an online learning platform with additional professional learning about the Science of Reading.

    15. WEBSTER - INVITE ONLY - LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) 3rd Edition, Volume 2

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Audience: Teachers, Reading Specialists, Special Education Teachers, ENL Teachers, Building Administrators

    Dates: 4/11/2024 to 5/2/2024

    LETRS stands for Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling. This comprehensive professional development empowers teachers to understand the science behind how students learn to read and why some students struggle. LETRS participants will deepen their knowledge of the what, why and how of scientifically based reading instruction - while sharpening their ability to diagnose why students are struggling and how to provide proven interventions. LETRS 3rd Edition professional development is delivered in a series of units that address each essential component of reading instruction and the foundational concepts that link each component. The full LETRS course is two volumes (volume 1 focuses on word recognition; volume 2 focuses on language comprehension). This 4-day series will address volume 2. In addition, participants will receive a LETRS manual and 1-year access to an online learning platform with additional professional learning about the Science of Reading.

    16. The Savvy Ally (Second Edition) Virtual Book Study Series

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Audience: Classroom teachers, school leaders, counselors, social workers, teaching assistants, school nurses

    Dates: 4/16/2024 to 5/28/2024

    Please join us for this book study series focused on becoming knowledgeable and effective allies to our LGBTQ+ students families, colleagues, friends, and neighbors. Topics include: understanding LGBTQ+ identities and terms, LGBTQ+ etiquette, tips for having respectful conversations, dealing effectively with push back, answering common questions and concerns, allying responsibly, and sustaining our ally actions by caring for ourselves. Asynchronous reading will be assigned for each webinar session. REGISTRANTS MUST PURCHASE A COPY OF THE SAVVY ALLY SECOND EDITION BY JEANNIE GAINSBURG ON THEIR OWN and have completed reading of the Prologue and chapters 1-4 prior to the first session on April 16, 2024. A ZOOM LINK WILL BE EMAILED TO ALL REGISTRANTS THE MORNING OF April 16, 2024.

    17. Connecting with Community Resources - Susan B. Anthony Museum & House

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Audience: K-12 Social Studies District Leaders and Teachers

    Dates: 4/17/2024

    This session is an extension of the Social Studies Leadership Cohort meetings and provides participants an opportunity to connect with local organizations in our community. Participants will engage with a house tour and then spend time reviewing the "Change It!” and "And Justice for All?” program offerings.
    Deadline for Registration: April 5th

    18. Using the Performance Level Descriptions (PLDs) in Math Class

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Audience: Grades 3-12 math teachers, math leaders and administrators

    Dates: 4/18/2024

    Performance level descriptions (PLDs) help communicate to students, families, educators, and the public the specific knowledge and skills expected of students when they demonstrate proficiency of a learning standard. They are the foundation of rich discussion around what students need to do to perform at higher levels and to explain the progression of learning within a subject area. In this professional development, we will examine the Next Generation Math Learning Standards using the PLDs. This will help in identifying gaps in learning, provide the progression towards mastery of standards, and offer rich differentiation opportunities within the classroom. Please bring an upcoming task or assessment to use as we apply the strategies and resources discussed.

    19. Geometry N-Spired

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Audience: HS Geometry Teachers, Math Teachers, Math Leaders

    Dates: 4/18/2024

    Join Mr. Dana Morse, Texas Instruments consultant, as we take a deep dive into the geometry features of the TI-Nspire CX Technology. Learn about premade activities that allow students to explore math concepts hands-on. Gain confidence in teaching with the TI-Nspire Technology and teach math the way it was meant to be through investigation.

    20. WEBSTER - INVITE ONLY - LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) 3rd Edition, Volume 2

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Audience: Teachers, Reading Specialists, Special Education Teachers, ENL Teachers, Building Administrators

    Dates: 4/22/2024 to 5/31/2024

    New
    LETRS stands for Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling. This comprehensive professional development empowers teachers to understand the science behind how students learn to read and why some students struggle. LETRS participants will deepen their knowledge of the what, why and how of scientifically based reading instruction - while sharpening their ability to diagnose why students are struggling and how to provide proven interventions. LETRS 3rd Edition professional development is delivered in a series of units that address each essential component of reading instruction and the foundational concepts that link each component. The full LETRS course is two volumes (volume 1 focuses on word recognition; volume 2 focuses on language comprehension). This 4-day series will address volume 2. In addition, participants will receive a LETRS manual and 1-year access to an online learning platform with additional professional learning about the Science of Reading.

    21. WEST IRONDEQUOIT - INVITE ONLY - LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) 3rd Edition, Volume 2

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Audience: Teachers, Reading Specialists, Special Education Teachers, ENL Teachers, Building Administrators

    Dates: 4/22/2024 to 5/31/2024

    LETRS stands for Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling. This comprehensive professional development empowers teachers to understand the science behind how students learn to read and why some students struggle. LETRS participants will deepen their knowledge of the what, why and how of scientifically based reading instruction - while sharpening their ability to diagnose why students are struggling and how to provide proven interventions. LETRS 3rd Edition professional development is delivered in a series of units that address each essential component of reading instruction and the foundational concepts that link each component. The full LETRS course is two volumes (volume 1 focuses on word recognition; volume 2 focuses on language comprehension). This 4-day series will address volume 2. In addition, participants will receive a LETRS manual and 1-year access to an online learning platform with additional professional learning about the Science of Reading.

    22. WEST IRONDEQUOIT - INVITE ONLY - LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) 3rd Edition, Volume 2

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Audience: Teachers, Reading Specialists, Special Education Teachers, ENL Teachers, Building Administrators

    Dates: 4/24/2024 to 6/4/2024

    Closed
    LETRS stands for Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling. This comprehensive professional development empowers teachers to understand the science behind how students learn to read and why some students struggle. LETRS participants will deepen their knowledge of the what, why and how of scientifically based reading instruction - while sharpening their ability to diagnose why students are struggling and how to provide proven interventions. LETRS 3rd Edition professional development is delivered in a series of units that address each essential component of reading instruction and the foundational concepts that link each component. The full LETRS course is two volumes (volume 1 focuses on word recognition; volume 2 focuses on language comprehension). This 4-day series will address volume 2. In addition, participants will receive a LETRS manual and 1-year access to an online learning platform with additional professional learning about the Science of Reading.

    23. TI-Nspire Tips for Algebra I Regents

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Dates: 4/24/2024

    join Mr. Dana Morse, TI Consultant, and take a deep dive into the NYS Algebra I Regents exams with the TI-Nspire CX technology. Leverage the technology to assist with building math confidence. Passing isn't the goal anymore, mastery is with the TI-Nspire!

    24. TI NSpire Tips for Algebra II Regents

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Dates: 4/24/2024

    Join Mr. Dana Morse, TI Consultant, and take a deep dive into the NYS Algebra II Regents exams with the TI-Nspire CX technology. Identify questions that the TI-Nspire CX family can assist students. Find patterns in the exams and have students earning all the points they can with the tools they are required to use on the exams.

    25. SEL Regional Leaders Community Meeting #4

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Audience: SEL Leaders

    Dates: 4/24/2024

    Wait List
    The SEL Regional Leaders Community meets 4 times throughout the course of the school year in order to provide SEL specific updates from the SEL statewide leaders group and NYSED; explore best curriculum, assessment, and instructional practices; and provide networking and sharing opportunities among group members. Meetings during the 2023-2024 school year will include a focus on the revised NYS SEL benchmarks, belonging through a culture of dignity, and developing our own SEL practices.

    26. GSA (Gender and Sexuality Alliance) Advisors Regional Meeting #4

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Dates: 5/8/2024

    The GSA Advisors Regional Meetings will focus on all things related to leading such groups in schools. Additionally, each meeting will also focus on sharing ideas and resources for upcoming LGBTQIA+ specific celebration days and months. For this meeting we will share ideas and resources for events happening in June including Pride, Pulse Night of Remembrance, Stonewall, and Juneteenth. Please email Jeanette_Adams-Price@boces.monroe.edu if you have any questions.

    27. Bias Incidents, DASA, & Civil Rights (VIRTUAL Zoom session)

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Dates: 5/23/2024

    New
    In light of the increasing frequency of Bias Incidents within educational settings, we invite you to participate in a session designed specifically for administrators seeking additional tools to effectively address these occurrences. Recent years have witnessed an unprecedented surge in complaints filed with the Office of Civil Rights regarding students' experiences within schools across the United States. As educational leaders, it is imperative that we equip ourselves with the necessary strategies to navigate these complex issues and uphold the principles of fairness, equity, and inclusivity within our school communities. During this session, participants will engage in an in-depth review of various case studies, enabling you to develop a comprehensive system approach. This approach will prioritize healing and restoration within the school community, aligning with the expectations outlined in the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA). By actively participating in this session, you will gain valuable insights and practical techniques to effectively respond to Bias Incidents, fostering a safer and more inclusive learning environment for all students and staff members alike. This event is open to Monroe 1 DEI CoSer districts. 225 per session cost is applied to non CoSer participants. Collaborative session: OCM BOCES: Alyssa Haymore; Monroe 1 BOCES: Svetlana Stowell, Kyle Skovira (DEI offices). Zoom link will be provided a day prior.

    28. Introduction to the Thinking Classrooms (K-5) with Dr. Peter Liljedahl

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Audience: K-5 Educators

    Dates: 7/11/2024

    Much of how classrooms look and what happens in them today is guided by institutional norms laid down at the inception of an industrial-age model of public education. These norms have enabled a culture of teaching and learning that is often devoid of student thinking. This workshop offers insight into some of the results of 15 years of research into how teachers can transform their classrooms from a space where students mimic to where students think. The practices discussed will intertwine with, and make extensive references to, the recently published book, Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics (Grades K-12): 14 Teaching Practices for Enhancing Learning.

    29. Introduction to the Thinking Classrooms (Grades 6-12) with Dr. Peter Liljedahl

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Audience: 6-12 Educators

    Dates: 7/12/2024

    Much of how classrooms look and what happens in them today is guided by institutional norms laid down at the inception of an industrial-age model of public education. These norms have enabled a culture of teaching and learning that is often devoid of student thinking. This workshop offers insight into some of the results of 15 years of research into how teachers can transform their classrooms from a space where students mimic to where students think. The practices discussed will intertwine with, and make extensive references to, the recently published book, Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics (Grades K-12): 14 Teaching Practices for Enhancing Learning.

    30. A Day-Long, Hands-On Workshop with Zaretta Hammond

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Audience: Teachers, Instructional Coaches, and Instructional Leaders/Administrators

    Dates: 7/15/2024

    Zaretta Hammond, author of Culturally Responsive Teaching and the Brain , will spend the day with educators focused on building the foundational practices that help reshape the instructional core as we get students ready for rigor. It will start with a high-level overview of the key process of culturally responsive instruction followed by a deep dive into instructional practices to help set the stage for accelerated student learning. Participants are encouraged to read Culturally Responsive Teaching and the Brain prior to attending this workshop.

    31. Safe Zone Training for Educators

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Audience: Classroom teachers, School leaders, GSA Advisors, School Counselors, Social Workers, School Psychologists, School Nurses

    Dates: 7/23/2024

    New
    Have you ever wished you had a safe, non-judgmental space to ask questions about LGBTQIA+ individuals and identity? Are you confused by the differences between sex, gender expression, gender identity and orientation? Have you ever wondered what the letters in the LGBTQIA+ initialism mean? Would you like strategies for creating more welcoming and affirming learning spaces for LGBTQIA+ students, colleagues, and families? This professional learning opportunity provides the tools you need! While progress is slowly being made to create more welcoming and affirming learning spaces there is still much to be done. For LGBTQIA+ students, colleagues, and families the school environment can pose numerous threats and obstacles. Below are some eye-opening statistics from GLSEN's (Gay Lesbian Straight Education Network) 2021 New York State School Climate Report: 90% of LGBTQIA+ students heard anti-LGBTQIA+ remarks/slurs; only 25% of LGBTQIA+ students were taught positive representations of LGBTQIA+ people, history or events; 53% of LGBTQIA+ students heard staff make homophobic remarks and 69% heard negative remarks about someone's gender expression from staff. Anti-LGBTQIA discrimination means that LGBTQIA+ students miss more school, have lower GPAs, and lower self-esteem. This dynamic, interactive professional learning session focuses on building your ally skills, developing welcoming and affirming learning spaces through the use of inclusive and respectful language, terminology, pronouns and discourse, assessing the physical environment for inclusivity, creating inclusive learning opportunities, and knowing where to go for resources and support. Attending this workshop is a proactive step towards creating welcoming and affirming learning spaces. Program participants will receive a Safe Zone sticker and course materials.

    32. GSA (Gender and Sexuality Alliance) Advisors Regional Meeting #1

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Audience: GSA Advisors, DEI Leaders

    Dates: 9/24/2024

    New
    The purpose of this group is to develop a regional community of educators who facilitate LGBTQIA+ affinity groups in our schools whose focus is on the organization and facilitation of GSA meetings and events; communicating with our school communities; and developing community partnerships. Additionally, each meeting will also focus on sharing ideas and resources for upcoming LGBTQIA+ specific celebration days and months. Please email Jeanette_Adams-Price@boces.monroe.edu if you have any questions.

    33. Regional Math Leaders Monroe One Districts

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Dates: 10/2/2024 to 5/28/2025

    This year, the Regional Math Leaders Group will focus on: Project Based Learning, MTSS, Updates from NYSED, and other relevant topics. meetings will be held virtually via zoom throughout the school year. The zoom invitation will be sent the day before to all who are registered.

    34. Building Thinking Classrooms Regional Collaboration

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Audience: Math Teachers (K-12), Math Leaders, Administrators, Coaches

    Dates: 10/17/2024 to 5/29/2025

    New
    Building Thinking Classrooms (Peter Liljedahl) is generating a great deal of excitement in K-12 math education. It is based on years of research in hundreds of classrooms. This partners beautifully with our regional work of leading with the NYS Standards for Mathematical Practice. Joins us for this collaborative regional effort to progress together in Building Thinking Classrooms. Each session will consist of a mini professional development, collaboration, creation time, the sharing of best practices and an embedded book study. Participants are asked to purchase their own copy of the book, Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics, by Peter Liljedahl prior to the first session.

    35. Safe Zone Training for Educators

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Audience: Classroom teachers, School leaders, GSA Advisors, School Counselors, Social Workers, School Psychologists, School Nurses

    Dates: 10/23/2024

    New
    Have you ever wished you had a safe, non-judgmental space to ask questions about LGBTQIA+ individuals and identity? Are you confused by the differences between sex, gender expression, gender identity and orientation? Have you ever wondered what the letters in the LGBTQIA+ initialism mean? Would you like strategies for creating more welcoming and affirming learning spaces for LGBTQIA+ students, colleagues, and families? This professional learning opportunity provides the tools you need! While progress is slowly being made to create more welcoming and affirming learning spaces there is still much to be done. For LGBTQIA+ students, colleagues, and families the school environment can pose numerous threats and obstacles. Below are some eye-opening statistics from GLSEN's (Gay Lesbian Straight Education Network) 2021 New York State School Climate Report: 90% of LGBTQIA+ students heard anti-LGBTQIA+ remarks/slurs; only 25% of LGBTQIA+ students were taught positive representations of LGBTQIA+ people, history or events; 53% of LGBTQIA+ students heard staff make homophobic remarks and 69% heard negative remarks about someone's gender expression from staff. Anti-LGBTQIA discrimination means that LGBTQIA+ students miss more school, have lower GPAs, and lower self-esteem. This dynamic, interactive professional learning session focuses on building your ally skills, developing welcoming and affirming learning spaces through the use of inclusive and respectful language, terminology, pronouns and discourse, assessing the physical environment for inclusivity, creating inclusive learning opportunities, and knowing where to go for resources and support. Attending this workshop is a proactive step towards creating welcoming and affirming learning spaces. Program participants will receive a Safe Zone sticker and course materials.

    36. Geometry: Assessment Writing to Align to the Next Generation Leaning Standards

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Dates: 11/6/2024

    New
    Join area districts as we explore different forms of assessment and plan to prepare our students for the NGLS Regents exam.

    37. SEL Regional Leaders Community Meeting #1

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Audience: SEL Leaders

    Dates: 11/13/2024

    New
    The SEL Regional Leaders Community meets 4 times throughout the course of the school year in order to provide SEL specific updates from the SEL statewide leaders group and NYSED; explore best curriculum, assessment, and instructional practices; and provide networking and sharing opportunities among group members. Meetings during the 2024-2025 school year will include a focus on mental health, the NYS SEL benchmarks and supporting documents, and developing our own SEL practices. Please email questions to Jeanette_Adams-Price@boces.monroe.edu.

    38. Algebra 2: Preparing for Implementation of the Next Generation Learning Standards

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Dates: 12/4/2024

    New
    Dive into the changes that the Next Generation Learning Standards will bring next year and explore tasks that help align our instruction to the Mathematical Practice Standards.

    39. GSA (Gender and Sexuality Alliance) Advisors Regional Meeting #2- VIRTUAL

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Audience: GSA Advisors, DEI Leaders

    Dates: 12/19/2024

    New
    The purpose of this group is to develop a regional community of educators who facilitate LGBTQIA+ affinity groups in our schools whose focus is on the organization and facilitation of GSA meetings and events; communicating with our school communities; and developing community partnerships. Additionally, each meeting will also focus on sharing ideas and resources for upcoming LGBTQIA+ specific celebration days and months. Please email Jeanette_Adams-Price@boces.monroe.edu if you have any questions.

    40. SEL Regional Leaders Community Meeting #2- VIRTUAL

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Audience: SEL Leaders

    Dates: 1/15/2025

    New
    The SEL Regional Leaders Community meets 4 times throughout the course of the school year in order to provide SEL specific updates from the SEL statewide leaders group and NYSED; explore best curriculum, assessment, and instructional practices; and provide networking and sharing opportunities among group members. Meetings during the 2024-2025 school year will include a focus on mental health, the NYS SEL benchmarks and supporting documents, and developing our own SEL practices. Please email questions to Jeanette_Adams-Price@boces.monroe.edu.

    41. GSA (Gender and Sexuality Alliance) Advisors Regional Meeting #3- VIRTUAL

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Audience: GSA Advisors, DEI Leaders

    Dates: 2/11/2025

    New
    The purpose of this group is to develop a regional community of educators who facilitate LGBTQIA+ affinity groups in our schools whose focus is on the organization and facilitation of GSA meetings and events; communicating with our school communities; and developing community partnerships. Additionally, each meeting will also focus on sharing ideas and resources for upcoming LGBTQIA+ specific celebration days and months. Please email Jeanette_Adams-Price@boces.monroe.edu if you have any questions.

    42. SEL Regional Leaders Community Meeting #3

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Audience: SEL Leaders

    Dates: 3/26/2025

    New
    The SEL Regional Leaders Community meets 4 times throughout the course of the school year in order to provide SEL specific updates from the SEL statewide leaders group and NYSED; explore best curriculum, assessment, and instructional practices; and provide networking and sharing opportunities among group members. Meetings during the 2024-2025 school year will include a focus on mental health, the NYS SEL benchmarks and supporting documents, and developing our own SEL practices. Please email questions to Jeanette_Adams-Price@boces.monroe.edu.

    43. Safe Zone Training for Educators

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Audience: Classroom teachers, School leaders, GSA Advisors, School Counselors, Social Workers, School Psychologists, School Nurses

    Dates: 4/8/2025

    New
    Have you ever wished you had a safe, non-judgmental space to ask questions about LGBTQIA+ individuals and identity? Are you confused by the differences between sex, gender expression, gender identity and orientation? Have you ever wondered what the letters in the LGBTQIA+ initialism mean? Would you like strategies for creating more welcoming and affirming learning spaces for LGBTQIA+ students, colleagues, and families? This professional learning opportunity provides the tools you need! While progress is slowly being made to create more welcoming and affirming learning spaces there is still much to be done. For LGBTQIA+ students, colleagues, and families the school environment can pose numerous threats and obstacles. Below are some eye-opening statistics from GLSEN's (Gay Lesbian Straight Education Network) 2021 New York State School Climate Report: 90% of LGBTQIA+ students heard anti-LGBTQIA+ remarks/slurs; only 25% of LGBTQIA+ students were taught positive representations of LGBTQIA+ people, history or events; 53% of LGBTQIA+ students heard staff make homophobic remarks and 69% heard negative remarks about someone's gender expression from staff. Anti-LGBTQIA discrimination means that LGBTQIA+ students miss more school, have lower GPAs, and lower self-esteem. This dynamic, interactive professional learning session focuses on building your ally skills, developing welcoming and affirming learning spaces through the use of inclusive and respectful language, terminology, pronouns and discourse, assessing the physical environment for inclusivity, creating inclusive learning opportunities, and knowing where to go for resources and support. Attending this workshop is a proactive step towards creating welcoming and affirming learning spaces. Program participants will receive a Safe Zone sticker and course materials.

    44. GSA (Gender and Sexuality Alliance) Advisors Regional Meeting #4

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Audience: GSA Advisors, DEI Leaders

    Dates: 4/10/2025

    New
    The purpose of this group is to develop a regional community of educators who facilitate LGBTQIA+ affinity groups in our schools whose focus is on the organization and facilitation of GSA meetings and events; communicating with our school communities; and developing community partnerships. Additionally, each meeting will also focus on sharing ideas and resources for upcoming LGBTQIA+ specific celebration days and months. Please email Jeanette_Adams-Price@boces.monroe.edu if you have any questions.

    45. SEL Regional Leaders Community Meeting #4

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Audience: SEL Leaders

    Dates: 4/23/2025

    New
    The SEL Regional Leaders Community meets 4 times throughout the course of the school year in order to provide SEL specific updates from the SEL statewide leaders group and NYSED; explore best curriculum, assessment, and instructional practices; and provide networking and sharing opportunities among group members. Meetings during the 2024-2025 school year will include a focus on mental health, the NYS SEL benchmarks and supporting documents, and developing our own SEL practices. Please email questions to Jeanette_Adams-Price@boces.monroe.edu.

    46. GSA (Gender and Sexuality Alliance) Advisors Regional Meeting #5

    Program: Office of School Improvement - CTLE Approved Sponsor

    Audience: GSA Advisors, DEI Leaders

    Dates: 5/20/2025

    New
    The purpose of this group is to develop a regional community of educators who facilitate LGBTQIA+ affinity groups in our schools whose focus is on the organization and facilitation of GSA meetings and events; communicating with our school communities; and developing community partnerships. Additionally, each meeting will also focus on sharing ideas and resources for upcoming LGBTQIA+ specific celebration days and months. Please email Jeanette_Adams-Price@boces.monroe.edu if you have any questions.