This course is for Administrators and/or Administrative Interns who have never been lead evaluator trained. The course covers the 3012d requirements along with best practices in observation and crucial conversation. Participants are expected to attend every session.

This self-paced book study is designed for educators seeking tools and strategies to support Multilingual Learners' (MLs') learning in their context. This professional development opportunity, applicable to administrators, ELD, and content teachers, allows participants to independently read and reflect on their learning. The book study is based on the bestselling book Unlocking Multilingual Learners' Potential: Strategies for Making Content Accessible (2nd Edition), authored by the esteemed trio Diane Staehr Fenner, PhD, Sydney Snyder, PhD, and Meghan Gregoire-Smith, MA. Open enrollment throughout the school year. Participants have up to three months to complete this course.

In this self-paced, asynchronous course, participants will explore research-based, proven practices in a self-paced format to expand their strategies for teaching multilingual learners (MLs). Participants will reflect on and refine their approach to scaffolding content instruction for MLs. Open enrollment throughout the school year. Participants have up to a week to complete this professional learning activity.

This collaborative is designed for assistant principals, administrative interns, and other professionals in similar roles within educational institutions. We convene multiple times per year to discuss challenges, exchange ideas, and foster professional growth. Meetings are held via Zoom, with agendas tailored to address the evolving needs of the group.

Come together with other Math Interventionist teachers to collaborate! Any teacher that teaches or supports Math Intervention is invited to attend. This group will meet 5 times throughout the year. Growing our community benefits all!

The goal of a Community of Practice is to improve the skills and knowledge of educators through collaborative study, best-practice exchange, professional dialogue, and data analysis. This group will meet four times to share expertise and work collaboratively to improve teaching skills and the academic performance of students through the Next Generation Mathematics Learning Standards.

Part of this Community of Practice will be to:

-Continue building a community of Math Intervention teachers across the CNY region.

-Utilize NYS assessment data interactively, allowing participants to analyze trends, patterns, and learning gaps together, and discuss instructional strategies.

-Create and share materials, strategies, and best practices that foster a hands on and active learning for students

-Identify and describe techniques for differentiating instruction for below and above grade-level students.

One hour lunch on your own.

OCM BOCES will support classroom educators during a year-long journey to build confidence and competence in developing and delivering student-centered instruction aligned with NYSSLS. We will meet 3 full days throughout the year as a professional learning community to collaboratively create and share NYSSLS resources.

Educators will practice lesson creation strategies to utilize during their school day planning to finalize activities to implement with students and share out their reflections to create a common bank of resources in a shared Google Classroom.

Participants will:

---Collaborate to develop activities that reflect the three dimensions of science learning - DCI's, SEP's, and CCC's.

---Explore how the standards promote a student-centered approach to science education.

---Explore NYSED resources as samples of 3 Dimensional instruction

---Continue to develop and share our library of lessons and supportive resources.

Dates are: 9/24/2024, 12/5/2024 and 3/12/2025 Participants must attend all 3 days to participate.

One hour lunch on your own.

Participants will discover ways to embed social-emotional learning (SEL) instruction into their teaching repertoire to support multilingual learners' (MLs') language development, well-being, and academic success. This book study is based on the groundbreaking new book Social Emotional Learning for Multilingual Learners: Essential Actions for Success by Diane Staehr Fenner, PhD, and Mindi Teich, M.Ed. The book research-based strategies, checklists, and tools for integrating SEL for MLs so you can promote their well-being, relationships, academic language development, and access to content. Open enrollment throughout the school year. Participants have until 6/13/25 to complete this course.

Come together with other Geometry teachers to collaborate! Any teacher that teaches or supports a Geometry curriculum is invited to attend. This group will meet 4 times throughout the year. Growing our community benefits all!

The goal of a Community of Practice is to improve the skills and knowledge of educators through collaborative study, best-practice exchange, professional dialogue, and data analysis. This group will meet four times to share expertise and work collaboratively to improve teaching skills and the academic performance of students through the Next Generation Mathematics Learning Standards.

Part of this Community of Practice will be to:

-Continue building a community of Geometry teachers across the CNY region. -Utilize NYS assessment data interactively, allowing participants to analyze trends, patterns, and learning gaps together, and discuss instructional strategies.

-Looking at the questions from the June 2024 regents.

-Create and share materials, strategies, and best practices that foster a hands on and active learning for students

-Identify and describe techniques for differentiating instruction for below and above grade-level students.

One hour lunch on your own.

Come together with other Algebra II teachers to collaborate! Any teacher that teaches or supports an Algebra II curriculum is invited to attend. This group will meet 4 times throughout the year. Growing our community benefits all!

The goal of a Community of Practice is to improve the skills and knowledge of educators through collaborative study, best-practice exchange, professional dialogue, and data analysis. This group will meet four times to share expertise and work collaboratively to improve teaching skills and the academic performance of students through the Next Generation Mathematics Learning Standards.

Part of this Community of Practice will be to:

-Continue building a community of Algebra II teachers across the CNY region. -Utilize NYS assessment data interactively, allowing participants to analyze trends, patterns, and learning gaps together, and discuss instructional strategies.

-Looking at the questions from the June 2024 regents.

-Create and share materials, strategies, and best practices that foster a hands on and active learning for students

-Identify and describe techniques for differentiating instruction for below and above grade-level students.

One hour lunch on your own.

The program seeks to support new school librarians both professionally and personally in their efforts to become highly effective educators. Research indicates that student learning depends, in part, on constructing a school culture that fosters growth for students and staff alike. We believe that mentors and mentees will learn and grow together in this process. While we are certain that your district provided you with a mentor teacher (not always a school librarian), we aspire to pair you with a mentor with library experience, knowledge and a passion for our profession. The purpose of this program is to connect librarians across "the borders” of their school districts to learn from and support each other while growing a vibrant professional learning network across the region.

Come together with other Middle School Math teachers to collaborate! Any teacher that teaches or supports a Middle School Math curriculum is invited to attend. This group will meet 4 times throughout the year. Growing our community benefits all!

The goal of a Community of Practice is to improve the skills and knowledge of educators through collaborative study, best-practice exchange, professional dialogue, and data analysis. This group will meet four times to share expertise and work collaboratively to improve teaching skills and the academic performance of students through the Next Generation Mathematics Learning Standards.

Part of this Community of Practice will be to:

-Continue building a community of Middle School Math teachers across the CNY region.

-Utilize NYS assessment data interactively, allowing participants to analyze trends, patterns, and learning gaps together, and discuss instructional strategies.

-Looking at the questions from the June 2024 regents.

-Create and share materials, strategies, and best practices that foster a hands on and active learning for students

-Identify and describe techniques for differentiating instruction for below and above grade-level students.

One hour lunch on your own.

Come together with other Algebra I teachers to collaborate! Any teacher that teaches or supports an Algebra I curriculum is invited to attend. This group will meet 4 times throughout the year. Growing our community benefits all!

The goal of a Community of Practice is to improve the skills and knowledge of educators through collaborative study, best-practice exchange, professional dialogue, and data analysis. This group will meet four times to share expertise and work collaboratively to improve teaching skills and the academic performance of students through the Next Generation Mathematics Learning Standards.

Part of this Community of Practice will be to:

-Continue building a community of Algebra I teachers across the CNY region.

-Utilize NYS assessment data interactively, allowing participants to analyze trends, patterns, and learning gaps together, and discuss instructional strategies.

-Looking at the questions from the June 2024 regents.

-Create and share materials, strategies, and best practices that foster a hands on and active learning for students

-Identify and describe techniques for differentiating instruction for below and above grade-level students.

One hour lunch on your own.

Onondaga County DBT STEPS-A Implementation Teams

This program is dedicated to empowering educators to become catalysts for positive change within their schools and communities. This Community of Practice will cultivate a team of visionary leaders who inspire excellence, foster innovation, and champion equity in education across the Central New York area with the support of targeted professional development, mentorship, and collaborative initiatives. This series will be by invite only and will utilize one On-Site Agreement Day for each participating district.

Join our mission to create a community where educators are empowered to lead with purpose, inspire positive change, and advocate for the success of every student.

Participants must attend all 3 mornings of Science Leadership and the 3 Community of Practice afternoon sessions.

One hour lunch on your own.

Grounded in the science of reading framework, this professional learning opportunity will provide information, direction and support for administrators and teacher leaders who are seeking a school-wide approach to lift the overall reading comprehension of their students while also emphasizing the critical connection between reading and writing across all content areas.

Join others from around the region in these interactive sessions to discuss MTSS best-practices related to:

-Tier 1 evidence-based writing instruction Look Fors (IES practice guides /Closing the Writing Gap)

-Writing instruction supported by CRSE practices (relevant, authentic and spark curiosity)

-NYSED Curriculum Guide

-NYSED Literacy Briefs

-Disciplinary Literacy

-Supporting ENL

-Using data to provide feedback

-Using Artificial Intelligence

Outcomes:

-Develop an in-depth understanding of effective Tier 1 reading and writing instruction as part of a MTSS system

-Build connections with administrators and teacher leaders with similar vision/goals

-Make evidence-based decisions to take actionable steps to improve effectiveness of teacher professional development, curriculum, instruction, intervention, and assessments

Time:

All Meetings will be held VIRTUALLY

All Meetings will be 2 hours (9:30-11:30 a.m.)

Anchor Text: The Writing Revolution by Judith Hochman and Natalie Wexler.

Come together with other elementary teachers to collaborate! This group will meet 4 times throughout the year. Growing our community benefits all!

The goal of a Community of Practice is to improve the skills and knowledge of educators through collaborative study, best-practice exchange, professional dialogue, and data analysis. This group will meet four times to share expertise and work collaboratively to improve teaching skills and the academic performance of students through the Next Generation Mathematics Learning Standards.

Part of this Community of Practice will be to:

-Continue building a community of elementary teachers across the CNY region.

-Utilize NYS assessment data interactively, allowing participants to analyze trends, patterns, and learning gaps together, and discuss instructional strategies.

-Create and share materials, strategies, and best practices that foster a hands on and active learning for students

-Identify and describe techniques for differentiating instruction for below and above grade-level students.

One hour lunch on your own.

Course Overview: This course is designed to introduce educators to the basics of artificial intelligence (AI). It will provide participants with a solid foundation in AI concepts, applications, and implications for education. Course Objectives: Define AI and understand its key components (e.g., machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing). Explore common AI applications in education, such as intelligent tutoring systems, personalized learning, and automated grading. Evaluate the potential benefits and challenges of using AI in the classroom. Develop practical skills for using AI tools and resources effectively. Understand ethical considerations and responsible AI practices in education. Course Delivery: This course will be delivered: Online in Google Classroom broken into 4 modules It will be Self-paced learning with resources and interactive activities. Target Audience: This course is for educators at the beginning level of using A.I. ChatBots. This course will help you stay up-to-date with educational technology trends and enhance their teaching practices.

Join us as we delve into the art of writing effective prompts for A.I. Chatbots. In this Session, you will: Understand how A.I. Chatbots work and their capabilities in education. Learn how a well-crafted prompt can help the Chatbot to create insightful responses, creative content, and engaging activities for your students.. Practice writing prompts for various subjects and age groups through engaging activities. Learn how to identify and refine your prompts for the best results.. Leave the session feeling confident in your ability to write prompts that maximize student learning and engagement with A.I. Chatbots.

This session explores how A.I. Chatbot tools can enhance your teaching to spark creativity in your ELA classes. With A.I. Chatbots we will: Utilize A.I. Chatbots to: create engaging grammar and punctuation activities, providing students with immediate feedback and practice opportunities. Introducing A.I. Chatbots that present opposing viewpoints or act as devil's advocates, promoting critical thinking and persuasive writing skills.. Explore how Chatbots can tailor reading exercises, suggest writing prompts based on student strengths, and provide individualized feedback. Use A.I. Chatbots to create engaging ELA lessons and activities across various grade levels and literary genres. This session will show how A.I. Chatbots can transform your ELA classroom into a vibrant hub for learning and exploration.

This session explores the potential of A.I. Chatbot tools to help create engaging social studies lessons. With A.I. Chatbots we will: Design activities where students can "speak" with historical figures through Chatbots, gaining first-hand perspectives on historical events. Explore how Chatbots can guide students on virtual tours of different cultures and countries, fostering an understanding of diverse perspectives and global issues. Introduce A.I. Chatbots that represent opposing viewpoints on historical events, prompting students to debate, analyze evidence, and develop critical arguments.. Use A.I. Chatbots to create engaging social studies lessons and activities across various grade levels. This session will give you the knowledge and tools to use A.I. Chatbots to create engaging lessons/activities in your Social Studies classroom.

This session explores the potential of A.I. to enhance math lessons/activities in your classroom, from elementary to high school. With A.I. Chatbots we will: Learn to leverage A.I. Chatbots to personalize tasks, provide explanations at different levels, and cater to diverse learning styles. Generate engaging and personally relevant problems See How A.I. Chatbots can also offer pedagogy tips and strategies to help support support various math topics You will leave the session with the tools and knowledge to leverage A.I. Chatbots in your math classroom.

This Session explores the potential of A.I. Chatbots to create engaging science experiences for your students. With AI chatbots we will: Explore how Chatbots can act as virtual scientists, engaging students in conversations about scientific discoveries and answering their burning questions. Use Chatbots to create virtual labs and simulations. This Session will equip you with the knowledge and tools to harness the power of A.I. Chatbots to design engaging lessons and activities for your students.

This session will explore how A.I. Chatbots can be a tool in special education classrooms. Using A.I. Chatbots we will: Discover how Chatbots can create engaging review sessions in a format that caters to different learning styles. Utilize Chatbots for Scaffolding and Support for lessons/activities Create an engaging lesson plan/activity Leave the session equipped with practical strategies and resources to integrate A.I. Chatbots seamlessly into your special education curriculum.

Join us for a beginner-friendly asynchronous course exploring A.I. and how it can transform your teaching. In this interactive session, you'll learn: What A.I. is and how it works Applications in the Classroom: Leave the session feeling empowered and equipped to leverage the power of A.I. to create a more engaging and effective learning experience for your students.

Professional Learning Series for District and Building Administrators: Deepening Understanding of NYSED's CRSE Framework

Grounded in the New York State Education Department's (NYSED) Culturally Responsive-Sustaining Education (CRSE) Framework, this series is dedicated to dismantling biased systems and reconstructing equitable school environments that address the diverse needs of all learners. District and building administrators who are in positions to drive meaningful change within their educational settings are encouraged to participate.

Objectives:

• Identify and Address Bias: Learn strategies to identify, confront, and eliminate biases within school systems, policies, and practices.
• Equity-Centered Practices: Develop and implement equitable practices that promote inclusivity and support the academic and social-emotional growth of all students.
• Collaborative Learning: Engage in meaningful discussions and activities with educators, administrators, and stakeholders committed to fostering equitable educational environments.
• Action Planning: Create actionable plans to integrate CRSE principles into your school or district, ensuring sustained impact and continuous improvement.

Together, we can make a lasting impact on the future of education.

This group is for people who have been designated by their district to take a leadership role in computer science and digital fluency standards implementation. It is recommended that districts send a team to the Computer Science & Digital Fluency Leadership meetings that includes teacher leaders (elementary, middle and high school teachers) as well as building and district leaders. This group serves to support the development of district and regional capacity related to the transition to the NYSCSDFS. This includes sharing and discussing up-to-date information related to the standards implementation from the State Education Department. Additionally, the goal of this group is to develop collaboration between districts in the region to support high-quality K-12 computer science and digital fluency education and position the region to successfully implement the new standards.

The expectation for participating in this group is:

1. Attending all three meetings during the year. We will have a focus of study for the year that will build on our previous work.

2. Being prepared for the meeting by completing any personal learning required by the facilitator of this group.

3. Being responsible for working with your team to bring the learning from the meeting back to your district.

4. Being designated or gaining approval by your district to participate in this group.

The formal meeting will occur in the morning. However, your district may ask your team to use the afternoon to develop a plan for implementing the learning from the meeting in your district. If your district asks this of you the meeting space will be available in the afternoon for use by those who wish to stay and work.

This event has been changed to individual dates. Please find them in the OCM BOCES Catalog under Program>> Innovative Teaching and Learning ! Thanks! Michele This group is for people who have been designated by their district to take a leadership role in the arts.

It is recommended that districts send a team to the Leadership meetings that includes teacher leaders (elementary, middle and high school teachers) as well as building and district leaders.

This group serves to support the development of district and regional capacity related to the transition to the New York Learning Standards for the Arts. This includes sharing and discussing up-to-date information related to the standards implementation from the State Education Department. Additionally, the goal of this group is to develop collaboration between districts in the region to support high-quality K-12 Arts education and position the region to successfully implement the new Arts standards. The expectation for participating in this group is:

Attending all three meetings during the year. We will have a focus of study for the year that will build on our previous work.

Being prepared for the meeting by completing any personal learning required by the facilitator of this group.

Being responsible for working with your team to bring the learning from the meeting back to your district.

Being designated or gaining approval by your district to participate in this group.

The formal meeting will occur in the morning. However, your district may ask your team to use the afternoon to develop a plan for implementing the learning from the meeting in your district. If your district asks this of you the meeting space will be available in the afternoon for use by those who wish to stay and work.

Our OCM BOCES ISS Team is excited to share that we are creating a new Humanities Leadership Network to merge P3 /Early Literacy, Social Studies, ELA/ Literacy groups. This network will support teacher leaders, instructional coaches, and administrators in leading the work around humanities as we move towards an interdisciplinary approach. This work will include information from NYSED, best practices, district highlights, and network opportunities that will be provided through this leadership network.

This group serves to support the development of the district and regional capacity related to the Next Generation standards. This includes sharing and discussing up-to-date information related to the implementation of the standards from the State Education Department. Additionally, the goal of this group is to develop collaboration between districts in the region to support high-quality PK-12 instruction and position the region to implement the standards and evidence-based practices successfully.

The expectation for participating in this group is:

1. Attending all three meetings during the year. We will have a focus of study for the year that will build on our previous work.

2. Being prepared for the meeting by completing any personal learning required by the facilitator of this group.

3. Being responsible for working with your team to bring the learning from the meeting back to your district.

4. Being designated or gaining approval by your district to participate in this group.

*It is recommended that districts send a team to these meetings that includes teacher leaders (elementary, middle, and high school teachers) as well as building and district leaders.

Join a dynamic Community of Practice for Social Studies teachers, Grades 5-12! This collaborative space is designed to connect educators from districts across the region, providing an opportunity to share ideas, strategies, and resources.

Participants will attend all three meetings to allow us to build something meaningful over time, focusing on whatever the group decides to work on together. This is an extension of the Humanities Leadership meetings, providing a space to dive deeper into topics discussed in those sessions. In this ongoing professional development series, participants will:

- Collaborate with regional Social Studies teachers to enhance instructional practice.

- Receive updates from the New York State Department of Education, including insights into the latest standards and assessments.

- Learn research-based instructional strategies to improve student outcomes.

- Gain insights into the essential skills students need for success on the new Global and U.S. History Regents exams.

- Explore best practices in writing instruction, including strategies from The Writing Revolution and other evidence-based approaches to improve students' writing.

- Collaborate with colleagues to help build students' proficiency in critical thinking, historical inquiry, and the essential Social Studies practices of the NYS S.S. Framework.

This is a must-attend series for educators seeking to stay informed, improve practice, and ensure student success in Social Studies.

OCM BOCES will support classroom educators that participated in the 2023-2024 year-long journey to build confidence and competence in developing and delivering student-centered lessons aligned with NYSSLS with additional sessions for the 2024-2025 school year. We will meet throughout the year as a professional learning community to collaboratively engineer activities and/or lessons that authentically address performance expectations within Life Science, Earth & Space Sciences, Physics and Chemistry.

Teachers must have participated in the initial series to attend.

One hour lunch on your own.

This group is for people who have been designated by their district to take a leadership role in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion It is recommended that districts send a team to the DEI Leadership meetings that include teacher leaders (elementary, middle, and high school teachers) as well as building and district leaders. This group serves to support the development of the district and regional capacity related to the Culturally Responsive Sustaining Framework. This includes sharing and discussing up-to-date information related to the implementation of the four principles of the CRSE Framework from the State Education Department. Additionally, the goal of this group is to develop collaboration between districts in the region to support the equity and inclusion of all members of the education community throughout the region.
The expectation for participating in this group is: Attending all three meetings during the year. We will have a focus of study for the year that will build on our previous work.
1. Being prepared for the meeting by completing any personal learning required by the facilitator of this group.
2. Being responsible for working with your team to bring the learning from the meeting back to your district.
3. Being designated or gaining approval by your district to participate in this group.
The formal meeting will occur in the morning. However, there may be additional opportunities for learning offered in the afternoon, OR your district may ask your team to use the afternoon to develop a plan for implementing the learning from the meeting in your district. If your district asks this of you the meeting space will be available in the afternoon for use by those who wish to stay and work.

Middle School Amplify Collaborative Curriculum Planning An opportunity for teachers to collaborate around literacy curriculum and the science of reading & writing at the middle level. (Formerly Middle School Confabulation)

This professional development aims to equip K-6 teachers with effective strategies to support struggling readers, focusing on foundational literacy skills, differentiated instruction, and evidence-based reading interventions. The goal is to help students access grade-level texts, develop comprehension skills, and close reading gaps.

This professional development training is designed to support UPK-6 educators in effectively implementing Academic Intervention Services (AIS) for reading. Participants will join a dynamic Community of Practice, where they will collaborate with fellow educators to enhance their instructional strategies, share best practices, and develop targeted interventions to support struggling readers.

Key Learning Objectives:

-Understand the principles and goals of AIS for reading in grades UPK-6.

-Develop and refine strategies for effective reading interventions.

-Utilize formative assessments to identify students' reading needs and monitor progress.

-Collaborate with peers to share insights, strategies, and resources.

-Create a supportive learning environment that fosters growth and achievement for all students.

NOTE: There will be 4 full day in-person trainings and 3 virtual half-day trainings.

The goal of a Community of Practice is to improve the skills and knowledge of educators through collaborative study, best-practice exchange, professional dialogue, and data analysis. This group will meet four times to share expertise and work collaboratively to improve teaching skills and the academic performance of students through the New York Learning Standards for the Arts .

Part of this Community of Practice will be to:

-Create and share materials, strategies, and best practices that foster a hands on and active learning for students.

-Identify and describe techniques for differentiating instruction for below and above grade-level students.

Any teacher that teaches or supports a General Music curriculum is invited to attend.

This group will meet four times throughout the year. One hour lunch on your own.

This professional development is for anyone who works with a Algebra II curriculum. We will relook at the Next Generation Mathematics Standards crosswalk and snapshot to analyze the changes that will take place in the 2024-2025 school year.

Teacher teams, along with coaches and curriculum directors will then be given time to make the necessary changes to their curriculum for the following school year to reflect the Next Generation Mathematics Standards.

Educators will have time to have collaborative discussions with teams from other school districts.

Participants will reflect on the Math Practice Standards used throughout the session.

One hour lunch on your own.

The New Arts Teacher Network is designed for new art and music teachers with fewer than three years of teaching experience. Our goal is to create a community for professional growth, support, and collaboration. Each meeting will explore current and relevant topics. December Agenda: Connecting with the Community Advocating for the Arts Art Show and Concert Preparations Report Cards The new teacher network will meet every month! We will meet every other month, in the morning and in person (August, October, December, February, April) We will meet virtually every other month. Time TBD. A relevant professional learning opportunity will be available following our morning in person meetings. This month we will have Advocating for the Arts. Sign up here https://www.mylearningplan.com/Instructor/Instructor.asp?M=M&I=4781783

Need some strategies to effectively communicate with parents, guardians, administration and the community? Let's work together on gathering ideas and resources to build a repertoire of methods for advocating for your Arts program! We will use Canva, Google and more to create engaging newsletters, flyers and events via your district's communication app. This event is currently being held virtually unless a meeting space becomes available!

In this professional development, you will unlock the creative potential of Canva for your classroom. This asynchronous online learning experience allows you to enhance your design skills at your own pace, facilitating a smooth integration of visual communication into your teaching practice. You will explore Canva's AI tools, including automated design suggestions, and discover how to utilize a variety of features and assets available in the educator version.

Below you will find some (but not all) of the topics we will be diving into:

• Templates: Learn how to effectively use Canva's extensive library of templates to create customized educational materials.
• Video Creation: Master the tools and techniques for producing engaging and interactive videos for your classroom.
• Presentations: Design visually appealing presentations that enhance your lessons and capture your students' attention.
• AI Tools: Leverage Canva's AI features to streamline your design process and generate creative ideas.
• Assets Available in the Educator Version: Access and utilize a wide range of exclusive assets tailored for educators to enrich your content.

Discover the endless possibilities Canva offers for creating visually compelling learning materials. Whether you teach elementary, middle, or high school students, this professional development is tailored to address your specific needs and objectives, providing practical tools and strategies for effective Canva integration. You will gain hands-on experience with designing engaging presentations, interactive worksheets, and visually appealing classroom resources.

NOTE: There are no in-person workdays. Please ensure that times and dates are recorded in Frontline.

English as a New Language Teachers meet three times during the school year to share expertise, collaborate in learning, improve their teaching skills, and increase the academic success of English Language Learners (ELLs) and Multilingual Learners (MLs).

The goal of a Community of Practice is to improve the skills and knowledge of educators through collaborative study, best-practice exchange, professional dialogue, and data analysis. This group will meet four times to share expertise and work collaboratively to improve teaching skills and the academic performance of students through the New York State Learning Standards for the Arts .

Part of this Community of Practice will be to:

-Create and share materials, strategies, and best practices that foster a hands on and active learning for students.

-Identify and describe techniques for differentiating instruction for below and above grade-level students.

Any teacher that teaches or supports an Ensemble Curriculum is invited to attend.

This group will meet four times throughout the year. One hour lunch on your own.

OPALS User Group Meeting

Join us for an engaging and informative User Group Meeting hosted by OPALS, tailored specifically for all O²CM Districts. This event is a fantastic opportunity for users of the OPALS Integrated Library System to connect, share insights, and enhance their understanding of the system.

Morning Session: OPALS as Your Integrated Library System (ILS)

• Dive deep into the features and functionalities of OPALS as your ILS.
• Discover best practices, new updates, and tips for optimizing your library operations.
• Network with fellow OPALS users to exchange experiences and strategies.

Afternoon Session: OPALS as Your Interlibrary Loan Catalog

• Focus on leveraging OPALS for effective interlibrary loan management.
• Learn about the latest enhancements, features, and collaborative tools.
• Explore how to maximize the benefits of our interlibrary loan catalog to better serve your patrons.

Lunch: Enjoy a complimentary lunch provided by OPALS. Take this time to mingle with other attendees and discuss insights from the morning session.

In this engaging and interactive three day workshop series, educators will dive into the world of 3-dimensional assessment writing specifically designed to enhance student achievement in alignment with the NYSSLS. By the end of the workshop, educators will have a toolkit of practical strategies, resources, and assessment templates that they can implement in their classrooms to assess student achievement effectively within the framework of NYSSLS. Participants will have work to complete outside of the session, finalizing assessment questions, implementing them with students and sharing out their reflections to create a bank of assessments in a common Google Classroom.

Join OCM BOCES for this dynamic workshop and unlock the potential of 3-dimensional assessment writing to elevate student learning and engagement in science education. Participants must attend all 3 workshop dates to register.

One hour lunch on your own.

Join us for a 1-hour session dedicated to completing the 2024 CEEP. This session will focus on key updates and changes to the document, providing an opportunity for participants to ask questions and gain clarity ahead of the December 20 deadline. Whether you're looking to ensure your understanding or address specific concerns, this session is designed to support your process.

CNYRIC will be hosting Scoir for this virtual session. See What's new with Scoir and review some best practices with our expert team. This session is intended for existing users of Scoir. Hot Topic - Scattergrams

Join us for a 1-hour session dedicated to completing the 2024 CEEP. This session will focus on key updates and changes to the document, providing an opportunity for participants to ask questions and gain clarity ahead of the December 20 deadline. Whether you're looking to ensure your understanding or address specific concerns, this session is designed to support your process.

The Community of Practice for K-12 Computer Science Educators is a collaborative network dedicated to enhancing teaching practices and advancing the field of computer science education within K-12 settings. This dynamic community brings together educators, curriculum developers, and industry professionals who share a commitment to empowering students with critical computational skills and knowledge.

By fostering a supportive and inclusive atmosphere, this Community of Practice aims to inspire K-12 educators to engage their students in meaningful ways, and cultivate a love for computer science. Together, we can equip the next generation with the skills they need to succeed in an increasingly digital world.

For decades, professional learning on vocabulary instruction has been an exercise of throwing strategies "against the wall” and seeing what sticks! Historically, what has been missing, has been the connection, or link, between the myriad strategies available. This vocabulary session is unique in that it provides that nexus in the form of Hennessy's (2021) Instructional Road Map for Vocabulary.

This blueprint, "which is an evidence-based framework for designing and delivering instruction, provides necessary direction… [which] call[s] for an educator to use multiple strategies and activities before, during, and after comprehension instruction” (Hennessy, p. 62).

Please join us to learn this explicit approach and also build confidence on how to best sequence additional strategies you already know for the most robust approach to vocabulary instruction your class has seen yet!

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 this review. This training is focused on meeting compliance for SPP Indicator 13.

These one-hour virtual cohort meetings are designed to support new ENL Teachers in the Mid-State Region of New York. Participants will: -Collaborate with a network of ENL Teachers -Apply instructional strategies that support ELLs -Reflect on your professional growth and teaching experiences -Engage in meaningful conversations (Topics such as the ELL ID Process, Co-Teaching, Instructional Strategies for ELLs, Assessment, Graduation Requirements, and NYS Testing) -Support one another in the cohort

This virtual workshop will provide an overview of Level 0 functionality. Updates and new features will be highlighted. The workshop is intended for new school district staff and administrators involved in reporting data to the data warehouse or anyone interested in a review of Level 0 features. The training is part of the CNYRIC Data Warehouse base support service.

It is a Q&A session for those who administered the NYSAA test last years. Teachers should complete the online self-directed returning teacher training before attending this workshop.

The SEL Leadership Community of Practice is an extension of the SEL Leadership Network. Participation is targeted toward those who currently participate in the Leadership Network. The goal of the SEL Leadership Community of Practice is to provide district and building-level leaders with opportunities to explore specific SEL topics and collaborate with peers to support effective implementation. Time will be provided for participants to work on creating an implementation plan. To that end, sending a team is recommended. The meeting will take place in the morning; however, the room will be available until 3:00 for those who wish to stay for the afternoon to continue their work. Please direct any questions to Tracy James at tjames@ocmboces.org.

Join us for a 1-hour session dedicated to completing the 2024 CEEP. This session will focus on key updates and changes to the document, providing an opportunity for participants to ask questions and gain clarity ahead of the December 20 deadline. Whether you're looking to ensure your understanding or address specific concerns, this session is designed to support your process.

During this presentation, the CNYRIC CRDC Project team will present an overview of the 2024-25 Civil Rights Data Collection. We will discuss the purpose of the data collection, the specific components that will be gathered, and the timeline for district data submission. Furthermore, for purchasing districts, we will provide reports created by CNYRIC to facilitate the submission of CRDC data for individual schools and the district. Reports can be purchased by completing the form available here: https://forms.gle/TqS74UPoS92Kjcfv9

Let's explore the intersection of writing and artificial intelligence in education In this workshop, we will delve into the emerging challenges and opportunities AI introduces into the classroom, particularly in writing and content creation. With tools like ChatGPT and other generative AI technologies becoming increasingly accessible to students, educators face a critical question: How can we address the challenge of students submitting AI-generated content? Our session will cover practical strategies for integrating AI responsibly and ethical considerations for nurturing authentic writing skills in a digital age. Do not miss this chance to gain valuable insights and collaborate with fellow educators on innovative approaches to maintaining academic integrity and fostering creativity.

This training will focus on fostering vocabulary development in the classroom using explicit instructional practices. Teachers will learn about the importance of utilizing explicit instruction and strategies for embedding vocabulary building activities into their daily routines.

This Scheduling Workshop is intended for administrators and counseling staff. We will help go through the scheduling process to set up for the next school year.

Join us for a 1-hour session dedicated to completing the 2024 CEEP. This session will focus on key updates and changes to the document, providing an opportunity for participants to ask questions and gain clarity ahead of the December 20 deadline. Whether you're looking to ensure your understanding or address specific concerns, this session is designed to support your process.

Our Quarterly MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports) Advisory Meetings are designed to provide a collaborative platform for school leaders across our 23 districts to share insights, strategies, and best practices related to the implementation and enhancement of MTSS frameworks within our schools. This is also a platform for districts to voice their specific challenges and discuss ways we as a BOCES can best support them.

Don't miss our January MTSS Event!

Join John Schu, children's librarian, author, and advocate for literacy, for an engaging and interactive professional development experience. John is a Library Journal Mover and Shaker and the former Ambassador of School Libraries for Scholastic Book Fairs. He has a passion for connecting children, books, and educators to foster a love of reading.

In this PD, John will lead two dynamic sessions:

Session 1: The Heart of Story: Connecting, Healing, and Inspiring Through Literacy

John will explore how stories can heal, inspire, clarify, connect, and cultivate compassion. He will guide participants to understand the deep emotional impact stories have, and how they help us reflect, connect with others, and answer life's big questions. This session highlights how stories speak to our hearts and bring people together.

Session 2: Booktalks That Inspire: Fostering Connection and Reading Growth

In this session, John will share how to deliver booktalks that come from the heart, sparking excitement and motivation in students. He'll offer strategies for incorporating new books into your reading culture to boost motivation, reading stamina, and growth. Participants will leave with practical tools to inspire students and create a vibrant reading community.

Lunch will be provided.

This PD is a unique opportunity to explore the emotional power of stories, gain strategies for fostering a love of reading, and connect more deeply with students through books.

Are you an educator ready to explore the power of artificial intelligence in your teaching? Join us for an asynchronous professional learning workshop designed to illuminate the transformative potential of AI and how it can revolutionize your classroom.

What to Expect:

• Explore Chatbots: Discover the capabilities of chatbots and learn how to make AI a practical tool for educators.
• Master Prompt Engineering: Gain skills in crafting effective prompts to tailor AI interactions to your specific educational needs.
• Enhance Your Teaching: See how chatbots can act as AI teaching assistants, supporting and enhancing your educational strategies.
• Practical Applications: Examine real-world uses of AI in various educational settings, from K-12 to higher education.
• Hands-On Experience: Engage in practical exercises to design prompts and experiment with AI in real-life teaching scenarios.
• Network with Peers: Connect with fellow educators to share insights and strategies for integrating AI into your teaching practices.

Join us and unlock the potential of AI to transform your educational approach!

This event, which will be a hybrid webinar with in-person discussion and presentations, will provide New York State administrators and literacy leaders with an opportunity to learn about the P-3 Instructional Best Practices Tool to be utilized when reviewing instruction and making the required attestation per Education Law §818.

As per Education Law §818, districts must reflect on the instructional best practices and literacy curriculum for students in prekindergarten through third grade, ensuring literacy instruction and interventions align with the Commissioner's requirement of literacy instruction to be based on the body of research known as the Science of Reading.

At this event, New York State Education Department (NYSED) staff, along with partners from BOCES and the Big 5, will present an overview of the P-3 Literacy Instructional Best Practices. Participants will have time to walk through the resource, reflect on the implementation of the best practices, and consider the steps to complete the attestation process. Please note that to attend this event, you must attend in person at a BOCES or Big 5 designated site.

This event is no cost and is intended for administrators and literacy leaders. Lunch will be provided.

The Counseling Module is where counselors and other school staff will view and modify student schedules, and view student grades. This is also where counselors and administrators can maintain assessments, competencies, graduation requirements, and sequencing information. Grade search tools are available here to help locate students who are at risk or eligible for honors and many reports are provided throughout this module to print such things as grade search results, scheduling information, progress reports and report cards.

This course is designed to introduce educators to the basics of artificial intelligence (AI). It will provide participants with a solid foundation in AI concepts, applications, and implications for education. Course Objectives: Define AI and understand its key components (e.g., machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing). Explore common AI applications in education, such as intelligent tutoring systems, personalized learning, and automated grading. Evaluate the potential benefits and challenges of using AI in the classroom. Develop practical skills for using AI tools and resources effectively. Understand ethical considerations and responsible AI practices in education. Course Delivery: This course will be delivered: Online and broken into 4 modules It will be Self-paced learning with resources and interactive activities. Target Audience: This course is for educators at the beginning level of using A.I. ChatBots. This course will help you stay up-to-date with educational technology trends and enhance their teaching practices.

In this self-paced professional development, you will have the flexibility to explore Book Creator at your own convenience, allowing you to tailor your learning experience to fit your schedule. Whether you are a teacher, librarian, or educational assistant, this course is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively incorporate Book Creator into your teaching practice.

Professional Development Highlights:

• Comprehensive Tutorials: Access a library of detailed tutorials that guide you through all aspects of Book Creator, from creating engaging content to publishing and sharing your work.
• Practical Exercises: Participate in hands-on exercises and projects that reinforce your understanding of Book Creator's features and functionalities.
• Resource Library: Explore a curated collection of resources, including templates, examples, and best practice guides to inspire and enhance your creative projects.
• Discussion Forum: Connect with fellow educators in an online discussion forum to share ideas, ask questions, and collaborate on innovative projects.
• Personalized Learning: Customize your learning journey to suit your specific needs and interests, whether your focus is on literacy, creativity, or curriculum integration.
• Lifetime Access: Benefit from lifetime access to course materials, allowing you to revisit and refresh your knowledge whenever needed.

Please note that this course is entirely asynchronous, with no in-person or real-time connections required. Enjoy the freedom to learn at your own pace!

In this hands-on professional development session, educators will be introduced to the Air Quality Egg, a powerful tool that measures local air quality in real time. This session is designed to help teachers integrate environmental science, data literacy, and statistical analysis into their curriculum through the use of accessible, real-world data.

Participants will:

Learn how the Air Quality Egg collects and displays key environmental metrics, including particulate matter (PM2.5), carbon dioxide (CO2), temperature, and humidity.

Explore ways to use this data to develop engaging, standards-aligned lessons that foster critical thinking, problem-solving, and statistical analysis skills.

Analyze air quality data using statistical measures such as mean, median, variance, and standard deviation, and help students interpret trends and fluctuations in local environmental conditions.

Discover how to guide students in drawing meaningful conclusions by comparing historical and current data, visualizing trends through graphs and charts, and conducting hypothesis testing.

Discuss strategies to empower students to design projects that address real environmental challenges using statistical evidence to support their findings.

Whether you're teaching science, math, or environmental studies, this session will equip you with practical tools and strategies to bring air quality data and statistical analysis to life in your classroom. By the end of the session, you'll have the knowledge and resources to implement data-driven projects that connect students with both environmental and statistical issues impacting their world.

The purpose of this training is to help participants gain a greater understanding of the skills that are needed in order to become a proficient reader. Participants will explore current instructional practices in reading and the impact they have on reading proficiency. The training will also provide context for the importance of effective reading instruction and the impact that it has on equity for all students.

At each Zoom session, Mid-State RBERN will share NYSED updates, address field questions from ENL program administrators, and share best practices to support all teachers of ELLs and MLs.

The New Arts Teacher Network is designed for new art and music teachers with fewer than three years of teaching experience. Our goal is to create a community for professional growth, support, and collaboration. Each meeting will explore current and relevant topics. Our virtual meetings will provide a space to share ideas and ask questions to improve their practice. We will meet via Zoom. We will meet every other month, in the morning and in person (August, October, December, February, April) We will meet virtually every other month from 3-5 pm. A relevant professional learning opportunity will be available following our morning in person meetings.

In this online, asynchronous session, participants will discuss how Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) is not one-size-fits-all, and before implementing it in the classroom, we must consider how to ensure it is relevant and acknowledges Multilingual Learners' unique strengths and needs. Participants will explore an SEL for MLs framework and practical tools and strategies to foster ML's access to essential SEL skills.

This group is for people who have been designated by their district to take a leadership role in social-emotional learning (SEL). It is recommended that districts send a team to the SEL Leadership Meetings that may include building and district leaders. This group serves to support the development of district and regional capacity related to the voluntary implementation of the New York State Social Emotional Learning Benchmarks. This includes sharing and discussing up-to-date information related to the Benchmarks from the State Education Department. Additionally, the goal of this group is to develop collaboration between districts in the region to support high-quality K-12 SEL instruction and position the region to successfully implement the new Benchmarks. The expectation for participating in this group is: 1. Attending all three meetings during the year to maintain consistency in implementation. 2. Being prepared for the meeting by completing any personal learning required by the facilitator of this group. 3. Being responsible for working with your team to bring the learning from the meeting back to your district. 4. Being designated or gaining approval by your district to participate in this group. The formal meeting will occur in the morning; however, your district may ask your team to use the afternoon to develop a plan for implementing the learning from the meeting in your district. If your district asks this of you the meeting space will be available in the afternoon for use by those who wish to stay and work.

The purpose of the Transition in the IEP training is to gain an in-depth understanding of the transition planning process and the components within a transition IEP. Attendees will deepen their understanding of best practices and evidence-based strategies related to quality transition services and planning. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in hands-on activities embedded throughout the training.

The SLS Communication Coordinators meetings are designed to be a bridge between the School Library System team and the school librarians in each of the districts and non-public schools that are members of the system. Each district has a designated Communication Coordinator who is required to attend the meetings but all members are welcome to attend.

Join the CNY NYSAWA team for a wonderful evening of networking with our winter Crafts and Self-Care. Our goal for every event is to continue to support the growth of all women in leadership and making connections and finding time to connect and relax is an essential part of successful leadership. NYSAWA Membership Price $50 Non-Member Price $60

This interactive and collaborative session will empower educators to integrate PLDs seamlessly into their teaching practices and support a more targeted and effective approach to student learning. Participants will explore the significance of PLDs in designing targeted instruction, creating meaningful assessments, and promoting student growth.

During this session, participants will:

-Gain an understanding of the foundational concept of PLDs

-Strategically integrate PLDs into instructional planning

-Explore how PLDs guide the creation of formative and summative assessments

-Collaboratively develop action plans for integrating PLDs into educational contexts.

Participants will walk away with a toolkit of strategies, practical insights, and a renewed confidence in your ability to use PLDs as a catalyst for enhancing instructional planning and assessment in your classroom. Join us on this journey toward empowering educators and optimizing student success!

One hour lunch on your own.

These one-hour virtual cohort meetings are designed to support new ENL Teachers in the Mid-State Region of New York. Participants will: -Collaborate with a network of ENL Teachers -Apply instructional strategies that support ELLs -Reflect on your professional growth and teaching experiences -Engage in meaningful conversations (Topics such as the ELL ID Process, Co-Teaching, Instructional Strategies for ELLs, Assessment, Graduation Requirements, and NYS Testing) -Support one another in the cohort

Explore how engineering can be a powerful process to engage students in learning, using NASA's cutting-edge resources as tools of inspiration. In this hands-on workshop, educators will discover how to apply engineering challenges to real-world, community-based problems, introducing and reinforcing the skills and attributes outlined in the Blue Ribbon Commission's Portrait of a Graduate.

Participants will delve into strategies to foster innovative problem-solving, critical thinking, effective communication, literacy across disciplines, and global citizenship. By connecting NASA explorations with local challenges, this workshop offers actionable methods to spark curiosity, deepen learning, and prepare students to thrive in an interconnected world. Engage your students with meaningful, NYSSLS-standards-aligned experiences that propel them toward becoming future-ready graduates.

National Institute Aerospace Lead: Sharon Bowers, Senior STEM Educational Specialist

Lunch provided by the Master Teacher Program.

Explore how engineering can be a powerful process to engage students in learning, using NASA's cutting-edge resources as tools of inspiration. In this hands-on workshop, educators will discover how to apply engineering challenges to real-world, community-based problems, introducing and reinforcing the skills and attributes outlined in the Blue Ribbon Commission's Portrait of a Graduate.

Participants will delve into strategies to foster innovative problem-solving, critical thinking, effective communication, literacy across disciplines, and global citizenship. By connecting NASA explorations with local challenges, this workshop offers actionable methods to spark curiosity, deepen learning, and prepare students to thrive in an interconnected world. Engage your students with meaningful, NYSSLS-standards-aligned experiences that propel them toward becoming future-ready graduates.

National Institute Aerospace Lead: Sharon Bowers, Senior STEM Educational Specialist

One hour lunch on your own.

This virtual course introduces participants to the Hochman Method, an explicit set of sequenced strategies for teaching expository writing that can be integrated into any content. Specific strategies are presented to improve the structure, coherence, and clarity of students' writing, beginning at the sentence level. The focus moves to outlines, paragraphs, and compositions. Participants will also learn how to teach note-taking, summarization, and revision. There are opportunities to practice and create activities as well as receive feedback from TWR faculty. This course is open to all educators in grades 3-12.

NOTE: Deadline to register on MLP is January 6.

How can NASA resources change your mathematics classroom? Let's explore opportunities to engage students through hands-on activities, and design and build solutions to NASA-inspired and problem-based challenges. Participants will experience and explore NASA resources and best practice-based pedagogy, with time built into the workshop to integrate these materials and approaches into a lesson. Prior to, and following the face-to-face session, participants will interact with NASA subject matter experts through two 1-hour synchronous webinars. Join us on this transformative journey as we harness the boundless potential of NASA resources to inspire the next generation of mathematicians, scientists, engineers, and innovators. Together, let's launch student engagement to infinity and beyond!

NIA Lead: Luke Henke, Mathematics Teacher, Educational Advisor for NASA HEAT and National Institute Aerospace Consultant

Lunch provided by the Master Teacher Program.

This group is for people who have been designated by their district to take a leadership role in the arts.

It is recommended that districts send a team to the Leadership meetings that includes teacher leaders (elementary, middle and high school teachers) as well as building and district leaders.

This group serves to support the development of district and regional capacity related to the transition to the New York Learning Standards for the Arts. This includes sharing and discussing up-to-date information related to the standards implementation from the State Education Department. Additionally, the goal of this group is to develop collaboration between districts in the region to support high-quality K-12 Arts education and position the region to successfully implement the new Arts standards. The expectation for participating in this group is:

Attending all three meetings during the year. We will have a focus of study for the year that will build on our previous work.

Being prepared for the meeting by completing any personal learning required by the facilitator of this group.

Being responsible for working with your team to bring the learning from the meeting back to your district.

Being designated or gaining approval by your district to participate in this group.

The formal meeting will occur in the morning. However, your district may ask your team to use the afternoon to develop a plan for implementing the learning from the meeting in your district. If your district asks this of you the meeting space will be available in the afternoon for use by those who wish to stay and work.

This group is for people who have been designated by their district to take a leadership role in science. It is recommended that districts send a team to the Leadership meetings that includes teacher leaders (elementary, middle and high school teachers) as well as building and district leaders. This group serves to support the development of district and regional capacity related to the NYSSLS. This includes sharing and discussing up-to-date information related to the standards implementation from the State Education Department. Additionally, the goal of this group is to develop collaboration between districts in the region to support high-quality K-12 science education and position the region to successfully implement the new science standards.

The expectation for participating in this group is:

1. Attending all three meetings during the year. We will have a focus of study for the year that will build on our previous work.

2. Being prepared for the meeting by completing any personal learning required by the facilitator of this group.

3. Being responsible for working with your team to bring the learning from the meeting back to your district.

4. Being designated or gaining approval by your district to participate in this group.

No matter where you are at in your Individualized Arts Assessment Pathway (IAAP), come spend the afternoon learning about IAAP! This roundtable will give art and music educators an opportunity for professional dialogue in regards to the IAAP.

Navigating the the 4+1 graduation pathway

The benefits to implementing IAAP in your district

Engage in discussions with those in the Pilot IAAP Program. Meeting will conclude at 2:30 for those with rehearsals.

This hybrid CTLE Module, which is adapted from the Initiative on Immigration and Education at City University of New York (CUNY IIE), will yield 15 CTLE credit hours after full completion of all assignments and attendance at each session. Participants will understand the realities of refugees and other forced migrant groups in order to facilitate student learning in new educational, cultural, and social settings. The activities and experiences will raise awareness, understanding, empathy, and competence among educators and comprise a step in the journey to better supporting refugee communities. Please note that attendance is required at all sessions and all work must be submitted by their due dates in order to receive CTLE credit.

The purpose of this training is to help participants gain a greater understanding of the skills that are needed in order to become a proficient reader. Participants will explore current instructional practices in reading and the impact they have on reading proficiency. The training will also provide context for the importance of effective reading instruction and the impact that it has on equity for all students.

Join us for an engaging and collaborative Middle School Community of Practice (Grades 5-8) designed to bring together educators committed to enhancing instructional practices and improving student outcomes. This professional learning series will provide a platform for middle school teachers across disciplines to collaborate, share strategies, and address challenges unique to teaching grades 5-8.

What to Expect:

-Three interactive sessions featuring collaborative discussions, hands-on activities, and access to high-quality resources.

-Topics include vertical alignment of skills, integrating interdisciplinary strategies, building executive function skills, and managing cognitive load for middle school learners.

-Opportunities to engage with data-driven instructional planning and problem-solving for addressing student needs.

-Access to a supportive network of peers and facilitators focused on advancing middle school education.

In this engaging and practical book study, we will explore How to Teach AI: Weaving Strategies and Activities into Any Content Area, a resource designed for educators eager to integrate AI into K-12 classrooms across all subjects. This book serves as a guide to understanding and teaching artificial intelligence, offering accessible strategies and activities that educators can adapt to fit various learning environments. Authored with clarity and purpose, the book includes hands-on lessons and classroom-tested approaches for fostering digital literacy, critical thinking, and ethical understanding related to AI.

Participants

Participants will gain insights into the foundational concepts of AI and how to engage students with relevant, real-world applications. By the end of the study, educators will feel equipped to bring discussions about AI's impact into their content areas, guiding students in becoming informed and responsible digital citizens.

Who Should Join

Educators across all grade levels and subject areas who are interested in integrating AI topics and digital literacy into their curriculum.

Objectives

• Develop an understanding of AI concepts relevant to K-12 students.
• Explore strategies for embedding AI-related activities across various content areas.
• Gain tools for fostering critical thinking and ethical discussions surrounding AI.
• Discover adaptable, activity-based approaches to make AI topics accessible to students with different learning needs and backgrounds.

This book study will blend group discussions, collaborative planning, and resource sharing. Educators will leave with a toolkit of ideas ready to implement and adapt for their classrooms.

The purpose of the Transition in the IEP training is to gain an in-depth understanding of the transition planning process and the components within a transition IEP. Attendees will deepen their understanding of best practices and evidence-based strategies related to quality transition services and planning. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in hands-on activities embedded throughout the training.

This professional development is for anyone who works with a Algebra II curriculum. We will relook at the Next Generation Mathematics Standards crosswalk and snapshot to analyze the changes that will take place in the 2024-2025 school year.

Teacher teams, along with coaches and curriculum directors will then be given time to make the necessary changes to their curriculum for the following school year to reflect the Next Generation Mathematics Standards.

Educators will have time to have collaborative discussions with teams from other school districts.

Participants will reflect on the Math Practice Standards used throughout the session.

One hour lunch on your own.

This group is for people who have been designated by their district to take a leadership role in the MTSS implementation process. It is recommended that districts send a team to the Leadership meetings that includes teacher leaders (elementary, middle and high school teachers) as well as building administration, school counselors and/or social workers, and district leaders.

This group is for people who have been designated by their district to take a leadership role in the MTSS implementation process. It is recommended that districts send a team to the Leadership meetings that includes teacher leaders (elementary, middle and high school teachers) as well as building administration, school counselors and/or social workers, and district leaders.

State Performance Plan (SPP) Indicator 13: Secondary Transition 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 this review. This training is focused on meeting compliance for SPP Indicator 13.

In this self-paced, asynchronous course, participants will explore strategies and tools for strengthening multilingual learners' (MLs') success in CTE programs. Participants will have the opportunity to reflect on ways to enhance MLs' access to CTE programs and learn new strategies for supporting MLs within these programs. Open enrollment begins on 1/31/25. Participants have until 6/3/25 to complete this professional learning activity.

YMHFA is designed to teach adults ways to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge or is in crisis. Youth Mental Health First Aid is primarily designed for adults who regularly interact with young people. The course introduces common mental health challenges for youth, reviews typical adolescent development, and teaches a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders (including AD/HD), and eating disorders. Lunch will be provided

The goal of a Community of Practice is to improve the skills and knowledge of educators through collaborative study, best-practice exchange, professional dialogue, and data analysis. This group will meet four times to share expertise and work collaboratively to improve teaching skills and the academic performance of students through the New York Learning Standards for the Arts .

Part of this Community of Practice will be to:

-Create and share materials, strategies, and best practices that foster a hands on and active learning for students.

-Identify and describe techniques for differentiating instruction for below and above grade-level students.

Any teacher that teaches or supports an elementary art curriculum is invited to attend.

This group will meet four times throughout the year. One hour lunch on your own.

This group is for people who have been designated by their district to take a leadership role in math. It is recommended that districts send a team to the Math Leadership meetings that includes teacher leaders (elementary, middle and high school teachers) as well as building and district leaders. This group serves to support the development of district and regional capacity related to the transition to the Next Generation Math Standards. This includes sharing and discussing up-to-date information related to the standards implementation from the State Education Department. Additionally, the goal of this group is to develop collaboration between districts in the region to support high-quality K-12 math education and position the region to successfully implement the new math standards.

The expectation for participating in this group is:

1. Attending all three meetings during the year. We will have a focus of study for the year that will build on our previous work.

2. Being prepared for the meeting by completing any personal learning required by the facilitator of this group.

3. Being responsible for working with your team to bring the learning from the meeting back to your district.

4. Being designated or gaining approval by your district to participate in this group.

The formal meeting will occur in the morning. However, your district may ask your team to use the afternoon to develop a plan for implementing the learning from the meeting in your district. If your district asks this of you the meeting space will be available in the afternoon for use by those who wish to stay and work.

In this online session, participants will define the urgency around creating equitable pathways for Multilingual Learners enrollment in CTE programs and supporting MLs currently enrolled in CTE programs and discuss strategies for recruiting and retaining MLs in CTE programs.

The New Arts Teacher Network is designed for new art and music teachers with fewer than three years of teaching experience. Our goal is to create a community for professional growth, support, and collaboration. Each meeting will explore current and relevant topics. February Agenda: Youth Art Month & Music in Our Schools Month Connecting with the Community Spring Art Show and Concert Preparations National Conferences The new teacher network will meet every month! We will meet every other month, in the morning and in person (August, October, December, February, April) We will meet virtually every other month. Time TBD. A relevant professional learning opportunity will be available following our morning in person meetings. This month we will have Advocating for the Arts. Sign up here https://www.mylearningplan.com/Instructor/Instructor.asp?M=M&I=4781783

Get your school and community involved in celebrating art and music education! Sharing ideas to kick off Youth Art and Music in our Schools Month celebrations. Followed by time to plan and execute materials needed for a successful Youth Art Month and Music in Our Schools Month Bring a laptop and charger(wireless mouse if you can)!

The goal of a Community of Practice is to improve the skills and knowledge of educators through collaborative study, best-practice exchange, professional dialogue, and data analysis. This group will meet four times to share expertise and work collaboratively to improve teaching skills and the academic performance of students through the New York State Learning Standards for the Arts .

Part of this Community of Practice will be to:

-Create and share materials, strategies, and best practices that foster a hands on and active learning for students.

-Identify and describe techniques for differentiating instruction for below and above grade-level students.

Any teacher that teaches or supports an art 6-12 curriculum is invited to attend.

This group will meet four times throughout the year. One hour lunch on your own.