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1. 6-Week Book Study: The Writing Revolution 2.0 (Buy Book Yourself)

Program: Professional Development

Audience: All Educators & TA's

Dates: 3/26/2026 to 4/30/2026

Join me for a 6-week, book study of The Writing Revolution 2.0 by Judith C. Hochman and Natalie Wexler, designed for teachers across content areas who want practical, research-backed ways to strengthen student thinking through writing. This will be a reading- and writing-intensive experience where you will step into the role of your students by actually trying the strategies yourself.

2. World Language Assessment- Vetting

Program: Professional Development

Dates: 3/27/2026

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This session is to vet questions created for the Checkpoint A & B World Language Regional Assessments. Please note districts will need to send teachers to participate in the assessment process in order to be eligible to receive the checkpoint assessments in the spring.

3. CSE/CPSE Chairperson Meetings (April)

Program: Professional Development

Dates: 4/2/2026

Starting Soon

Review SED updates, BOCES update, Professional Development as needed, Round table discussions

4. MRTC: Book Study: Relevant and Meaningful Subtitle: Engaging Learners in an Era of Distraction

Program: Mohawk Regional Teacher Center

Dates: 4/13/2026 to 5/22/2026

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MRTC Book Study: Relevant and Meaningful Subtitle: Engaging Learners in an Era of Distraction Date: April 13 - May 22 Live Zoom Sessions: 4/29, 5/13, 5/22 Time: 4:00 - 5:00 PM Location: Google Classroom and Via Zoom Facilitator: Liza Gonzalez A 10-hour book study. A book will be provided. There is an option for $250 particpation payment. In an age of constant digital pings and dwindling attention spans, the traditional "stand and deliver" method of teaching is hitting a wall. This book study explores how to pivot from simply delivering content to creating experiences that resonate with students' lives. Why Join This Study? This isn't just another pedagogical theory session. We will dive into actionable strategies to bridge the gap between curriculum requirements and student interest. We'll examine: The Science of Attention: Understanding why the modern brain is wired for distraction and how to work with it, not against it. Authentic Design: Moving beyond "fun" activities to create lessons with real-world utility and emotional resonance. Cultivating Agency: Strategies to give students more "skin in the game" through choice and voice. Practical Frameworks: Specific tools to audit your current units for relevance and impact. Who Is This For? K-12 educators, instructional coaches, and administrators who are tired of the "engagement struggle" and seeking sustainable, research-backed ways to make learning stick. Study Logistics Format: Weekly chapter discussions with "Try-It-Tuesday" classroom applications. Outcome: Participants will leave with a redesigned "Legacy Unit" that prioritizes deep engagement over passive compliance. "Relevance isn't a hook we use to trick kids into learning; it is the very foundation upon which long-term memory and mastery are built."

5. CPI: Initial & Refresher Nonviolent Crisis Intervention for Herkimer BOCES & Component Districts

Program: Safety Office

Dates: 4/20/2026

This workshop is for staff needing the INITIAL or REFRESHER CPI: Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training. INITIAL Training is for those directly involved in crisis situations, teaching de-escalation techniques and non-restrictive interventions. It includes an online component followed by a 3-hour in-person session on April 20, 2026 from 12 PM to 3 PM at the Gateway Center, Herkimer BOCES. The online portion is a prerequisite. Course fee: $65.00 billed directly to your department or district. REFRESHER Training is for staff who have completed initial training and need annual recertification training. This workshop will also occur on April 20, 2026 from 12 PM to 3 PM at the same location. Course fee: $45.00 billed directly to your department or district. For questions, contact Briana Jackson at bjackson@herkimer-boces.org.

6. CPI: Initial & Refresher Nonviolent Crisis Intervention for Herkimer BOCES Non-Component Districts

Program: Safety Office

Dates: 4/20/2026

This workshop is for staff needing the INITIAL or REFRESHER CPI: Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training. INITIAL Training is for those directly involved in crisis situations, teaching de-escalation techniques and non-restrictive interventions. It includes an online component followed by a 3-hour in-person session on April 20, 2026 from 12 PM to 3 PM at the Gateway Center, Herkimer BOCES. The online portion is a prerequisite. Course fee: $80.00 billed directly to your district. REFRESHER Training is for staff who have completed initial training and need annual recertification training. This workshop will also occur on April 20, 2026 from 12 PM to 3 PM at the same location. Course fee: $60.00 billed directly to your district. For questions, contact Briana Jackson at bjackson@herkimer-boces.org.

7. K-12 Regional Leaders Meeting (April 2026)

Program: Professional Development

Dates: 4/23/2026

Regional Leaders in the Herkimer BOCES Region will meet once a month to connect on best practices, get state updates, and collaborate with their colleagues.

8. Disciplinary Change in Placement (DCIP)

Program: Professional Development

Audience: Administrators

Dates: 4/23/2026

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Participants will gain a better understanding of the process related to discipline for students with disabilities, with a focus on the DCIP as per the part 201 of the Commisioner's regulations. This session will support the administrator's understanding of regulatory requirements as they relate to the DCIP. SEQA will be present to answer your questions.

9. Elementary Level Science PLC

Program: Professional Development

Audience: Grade 3 - 5 Educators

Dates: 4/23/2026

Join regional elementary science educators (Grade 3 - 5) for an initial, collaborative discussion on instructional practices, share ideas for implementation in your classroom, and to address concerns and worries centered around the shifts NYSED is emphasizing for science instruction aligned to NYSSLS.

10. MRTC ART CIRCLES BASKETRY WORKSHOP

Program: Mohawk Regional Teacher Center

Audience: Art Teachers

Dates: 4/23/2026

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This workshop will offer participants an introductory experience of the basic skills and techniques to create a round reed basket. All participants will have a "hands-on” opportunity to create a finished basket that one may choose to incorporate into their respective classroom instruction. Materials will be provided. Date: Thursday, April 23rd, 2026. 3:30 pm social time 4:00 - 6:00 pm Refreshments provided. Location: Frankfort-Schuyler Middle School Art Room (Best to park in the parking lot near the athletic fields, We will have a door monitor to allow you entry) The school address is 605 Palmer Street, Frankfort, NY

11. Performance-Based Learning and Assessments in Middle & High School

Program: Professional Development

Audience: Leadership Team

Dates: 4/30/2026

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

12. HS Physics and Chemistry PLC

Program: Professional Development

Audience: HS Physics Teachers

Dates: 4/30/2026

Join regional high school physics teachers for an initial, collaborative discussion on instructional practices, share ideas for implementation in your classroom, and to address concerns and worries centered around the shifts NYSED is emphasizing for science instruction aligned to NYSSLS.

13. Building Thinking Classrooms: Immersive Experience

Program: Professional Development

Audience: K-12 Educators of All Content Areas

Dates: 5/5/2026

Peter Liljedahl released his top selling book "Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics" in 2020. His teaching practices and ideas are highly applicable in ALL content areas. Join us to experience a LIVE thinking classroom using activities from all content areas. Participants will dive into a demo, discussion on implementation, and have time to plan their ideas related to their classroom. Educators of all grade levels and all content areas are welcome to attend this immersive experience!

14. CSE/CPSE Chairperson Meetings (May)

Program: Professional Development

Dates: 5/7/2026

Review SED updates, BOCES update, Professional Development as needed, Round table discussions

15. Personal Financial Education

Program: Professional Development

Audience: K-12 teachers

Dates: 5/7/2026

This professional development session is designed to equip educators with the foundational knowledge necessary to implement the K-12 Financial Literacy Starter Pack. The session focuses on moving toward universal implementation to ensure equity, treating financial literacy as an instructional requirement rather than just a graduation requirement.

16. Intermediate Level Science PLC

Program: Professional Development

Audience: Grade 6 - 8 Science Educators

Dates: 5/7/2026

Join regional middle school science educators (Grade 6 - 8) for an initial, collaborative discussion on instructional practices, share ideas for implementation in your classroom, and to address concerns and worries centered around the shifts NYSED is emphasizing for science instruction aligned to NYSSLS.

17. *Science of Reading Bootcamp: Comprehension

Program: Professional Development

Audience: Bridge Room

Dates: 5/8/2026

Join our literacy team for Session Four of the Science of Reading Bootcamp, focusing on science-backed strategies to help students with reading comprehension in your classroom. Sessions 1,2, and 3 are not prerequisites for this session.

18. Life Science: Biology PLC

Program: Professional Development

Audience: HS Life Science: Biology Educators

Dates: 5/14/2026

Join Life Science: Biology teachers from our region to review available Next Generation materials, problem solve instructional strategies, and prep for the new regents in June 2026.

19. Planning Backwards, Teaching Forward

Program: Professional Development

Audience: K-12 Educators

Dates: 5/19/2026

Curriculum in a classroom seems to land on a spectrum. Some teachers are handed a "script" from a premade curriculum and expected to follow it to a T. Some teachers are given the freedom to develop their own curriculum. Others fall somewhere in between. In this session, we explore the concepts of Backwards Design, apply them to your curriculum situation, and brainstorm with fellow educators.

20. DASA 6 Hour Certification Course for Herkimer BOCES and DASA Service Subscribing Component Districts

Program: Safety Office

Dates: 5/20/2026

This six-hour course is required for anyone pursuing a new certification, including educators applying for their professional certification. Upon completion, Herkimer BOCES will report your completion electronically. The class has two portions. The first portion is a 3-hour online piece completed via Google Classroom. Instructions on how to access the classroom will be emailed to you. THE GOOGLE CLASSROOM PORTION OF THIS COURSE MUST BE COMPLETED BY THE DUE DATE BEFORE THE SECOND IN-PERSON SESSION!!!! If the online piece is not completed prior to the in-person session, you will not be granted credit for the course. The second portion will be held in person at the Gateway Center, 420 E German St, Herkimer, in the Bridge Room, on May 20, 2026 from 3pm to 6pm. When: May 20, 2026 Where: The Gateway Center, 420 E German St, Herkimer, in the Bridge Room Time: 3pm - 6pm Cost: Free for Employees of Herkimer-Fulton-Hamilton-Otsego BOCES and any of the component districts who subscribe to DASA Services. Registration cut-off is May 11, 2026, NO EXCEPTIONS. *Please remember that the 3-hour Google Classroom session must be completed before the in-person session at the Gateway Center, or you won't be able to attend the in-person session. If you have any other questions or concerns, please contact the PBIS Coordinator, Kellie Maxwell, Safety Services, at kmaxwell@herkimer-boces.org or by phone at 315-867-2034.

21. DASA 6 hour Certification Course for Non-components Districts & Non-Subscribing DASA Services component districts

Program: Safety Office

Dates: 5/20/2026

This six-hour course is required for anyone pursuing a new certification, including educators applying for their professional certification. Upon completion, Herkimer BOCES will report your completion electronically. The class has two portions. The first portion is a 3-hour online piece completed via Google Classroom. Instructions on how to access the classroom will be emailed to you. THE GOOGLE CLASSROOM PORTION OF THIS COURSE MUST BE COMPLETED BY THE DUE DATE BEFORE THE SECOND IN-PERSON SESSION!!!! If the online piece is not completed prior to the in-person session, you will not be granted credit for the course. The second portion will be held in person at the Gateway Center, 420 E German St, Herkimer, in the Bridge Room, on May 20, 2026 from 3pm to 6pm. When: May 20, 2026 Where: The Gateway Center, 420 E German St, Herkimer, in the Bridge Room. Time: 3pm - 6pm Cost: $90.00 for Non-Component districts of Herkimer-Fulton-Hamilton-Otsego BOCES or Component districts who do not subscribe to the DASA services. Please make check payable to Herkimer BOCES, and write "Dignity Act Certification Course” in the memo section. Please mail payment to Adam Hutchinson, Herkimer BOCES, Supervisor of Safety Services, 352 Gros Blvd, Herkimer, NY 13350. Registration cut-off is May 11, 2026, NO EXCEPTIONS. *Please remember that the 3-hour Google Classroom session must be completed before the in-person session at the Gateway Center, or you won't be able to attend the in-person session. If you have any other questions or concerns, please contact the PBIS Coordinator, Kellie Maxwell, Safety Services, at kmaxwell@herkimer-boces.org or by phone at 315-867-2034.

22. Earth & Space Science PLC

Program: Professional Development

Audience: HS Earth & Space Science Educators

Dates: 5/21/2026

Join Earth & Space Science teachers from our region to review available Next Generation materials, problem solve instructional strategies, and prep for the new regents in June 2026.

23. CPI: Initial & Refresher Nonviolent Crisis Intervention for Herkimer BOCES & Component Districts

Program: Safety Office

Dates: 5/26/2026

This workshop is for staff needing the INITIAL or REFRESHER CPI: Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training. INITIAL Training is for those directly involved in crisis situations, teaching de-escalation techniques and non-restrictive interventions. It includes an online component followed by a 3-hour in-person session on May 26, 2026 from 12 PM to 3 PM at the Gateway Center, Herkimer BOCES. The online portion is a prerequisite. Course fee: $65.00 billed directly to your department or district. REFRESHER Training is for staff who have completed initial training and need annual recertification training. This workshop will also occur on May 26, 2026 from 12 PM to 3 PM at the same location. Course fee: $45.00 billed directly to your department or district. For questions, contact Briana Jackson at bjackson@herkimer-boces.org.

24. CPI: Initial & Refresher Nonviolent Crisis Intervention for Herkimer BOCES Non-Component Districts

Program: Safety Office

Dates: 5/26/2026

This workshop is for staff needing the INITIAL or REFRESHER CPI: Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training. INITIAL Training is for those directly involved in crisis situations, teaching de-escalation techniques and non-restrictive interventions. It includes an online component followed by a 3-hour in-person session on May 26, 2026 from 12 PM to 3 PM at the Gateway Center, Herkimer BOCES. The online portion is a prerequisite. Course fee: $80.00 billed directly to your district. REFRESHER Training is for staff who have completed initial training and need annual recertification training. This workshop will also occur on May 26, 2026 from 12 PM to 3 PM at the same location. Course fee: $60.00 billed directly to your district. For questions, contact Briana Jackson at bjackson@herkimer-boces.org.

25. School Violence Prevention and Intervention Workshop for Herkimer BOCES and Safety Subscribing Component Districts

Program: Safety Office

Dates: 5/26/2026

This Training aims to equip educators with the skills and knowledge to identify, prevent, and respond to violence in school settings. Lasting approximately two hours, the course covers essential topics such as recognizing warning signs, implementing de-escalation techniques, and understanding relevant legislation, including the Safe Schools Against Violence in Education (SAVE) Act. In New York State, training in School Violence Prevention and Intervention is mandatory, along with a six-hour DASA Certification and Mandated Reporter training for anyone pursuing a new certification, including educators apply for their professional certification. Cost is free for any Herkimer BOCES staff members and safety service subscribing districts. Date: May 26, 2026 Location: Herkimer BOCES Gateway Center in the Progress Room Time: 3pm - 5pm

26. School Violence Prevention and Intervention Workshop for Herkimer BOCES Non-Component Districts and Safety Service Non-Subscriber Districts

Program: Safety Office

Dates: 5/26/2026

This Training aims to equip educators with the skills and knowledge to identify, prevent, and respond to violence in school settings. Lasting approximately two hours, the course covers essential topics such as recognizing warning signs, implementing de-escalation techniques, and understanding relevant legislation, including the Safe Schools Against Violence in Education (SAVE) Act. In New York State, training in School Violence Prevention and Intervention is mandatory, along with a six-hour DASA Certification and Mandated Reporter training for anyone pursuing a new certification, including educators apply for their professional certification. Cost is $25 for Non-Component Districts or Districts who do not subscribe to the Herkimer BOCES Safety Services. This will be billed directly to your district. Date: May 26, 2026 Location: Herkimer BOCES Gateway Center in the Progress Room Time: 3pm - 5pm

27. Elementary Regional Leaders Meeting (May 2026)

Program: Professional Development

Dates: 5/27/2026

Elementary Regional Leaders in the Herkimer BOCES Region will meet once a month to connect on best practices, get state updates, and collaborate with their colleagues.

28. NYSESLAT Exam Regional Scoring

Program: Professional Development

Audience: TESOL Teachers

Dates: 5/27/2026 to 5/28/2026

Regional scoring of the NYSESLAT Exams. The session will include training on scoring the writing portion of the NYSESLAT Exams

29. Secondary Regional Leaders Meeting (May 2026)

Program: Professional Development

Dates: 5/28/2026

Secondary Regional Leaders in the Herkimer BOCES Region will meet once a month to connect on best practices, get state updates, and collaborate with their colleagues.

30. CSE/CPSE Chairperson Meetings (June)

Program: Professional Development

Dates: 6/4/2026

Review SED updates, BOCES update, Professional Development as needed, Round table discussions

31. CPI: Initial & Refresher Nonviolent Crisis Intervention for Herkimer BOCES & Component Districts

Program: Safety Office

Dates: 6/15/2026

This workshop is for staff needing the INITIAL or REFRESHER CPI: Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training. INITIAL Training is for those directly involved in crisis situations, teaching de-escalation techniques and non-restrictive interventions. It includes an online component followed by a 3-hour in-person session on June 15, 2026 from 12 PM to 3 PM at the Gateway Center, Herkimer BOCES. The online portion is a prerequisite. Course fee: $65.00 billed directly to your department or district. REFRESHER Training is for staff who have completed initial training and need annual recertification training. This workshop will also occur on June 15, 2026 from 12 PM to 3 PM at the same location. Course fee: $45.00 billed directly to your department or district. For questions, contact Briana Jackson at bjackson@herkimer-boces.org.

32. CPI: Initial & Refresher Nonviolent Crisis Intervention for Herkimer BOCES Non-Component Districts

Program: Safety Office

Dates: 6/15/2026

This workshop is for staff needing the INITIAL or REFRESHER CPI: Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training. INITIAL Training is for those directly involved in crisis situations, teaching de-escalation techniques and non-restrictive interventions. It includes an online component followed by a 3-hour in-person session on June 15, 2026 from 12 PM to 3 PM at the Gateway Center, Herkimer BOCES. The online portion is a prerequisite. Course fee: $80.00 billed directly to your district. REFRESHER Training is for staff who have completed initial training and need annual recertification training. This workshop will also occur on June 15, 2026 from 12 PM to 3 PM at the same location. Course fee: $60.00 billed directly to your district. For questions, contact Briana Jackson at bjackson@herkimer-boces.org.

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