Frontline Education

1. School Social Work Peer Group 2024 - 2025

Program: Trauma, Illness and Grief (TIG)

Audience: School Social Workers

Dates: 9/17/2024 to 6/17/2025

Meet with other school social workers in the region for professional development, case reviews, peer support/mentorship and networking. Drop in format, come to as many sessions as you can.

2. TIG Primary Contact Meetings 2024-2025

Program: Trauma, Illness and Grief (TIG)

Audience: TIG Primary Contact from each district

Dates: 9/26/2024 to 4/3/2025

The "TIG Primary Contact" a person from your district that may be the point of contact in a critical incident. These meetings are designed to bring ongoing support and training, and learn from other districts. Meetings will include table top exercises, debriefing critical incidents and providing guidance on supporting your TIG team.

3. US History & Government Cohort

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Grades 7-8 Social Studies and Grade 11 U.S. History & Government Teachers

Dates: 10/15/2024 to 3/26/2025

In Person

Lunch Provided

The US History & Government Cohort will allow grades 7-8, and 11 social studies teachers to create a vibrant community where educators can engage with peers in their field. This cohort is structured to offer updates from the New York State Education Department (NYSED) and regional education authorities, alongside fostering a collaborative environment. The cohort aims to facilitate the sharing of best educational practices, enhance our collective expertise in content, and ensure that we remain at the cutting edge of social studies education. For the 2024-2025 academic year, our focus will be on refining historical source analysis techniques, developing inquiry-based learning strategies, and integrating the latest historical research into our teaching practices.

4. Science 9-12 Cohort

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Grades 9-12 Science Teachers

Dates: 10/16/2024 to 3/5/2025

In Person

Lunch Provided

The Science 9-12 Cohort will afford secondary science teachers the opportunity to connect with other secondary science teachers. The cohort model is structured to provide NYSED/regional updates and collaborative opportunities. The goal of the cohort is to learn best practices and why they work, as well as what these practices look like in a classroom. Participants will collaborate with colleagues to implement the best practices and reflect on implementation. The cohort structure also allows teachers to share personal implementation and reflections with the larger group. The focus will be on exploring the crosscutting concepts, integrating disciplinary core ideas, science and engineering practices, and crosscutting concepts, and designing 3-dimensional assessments aligned to the New York State P-12 Science Learning Standards.

5. Global History & Geography Cohort

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Grades 6, 9-10 Global History & Geography Teachers

Dates: 10/22/2024 to 4/9/2025

In Person

Lunch Provided

The Global History & Geography Cohort for grades 9 and 10 teachers is designed to create a vibrant community where educators can engage with peers in their field. This cohort is structured to offer updates from the New York State Education Department (NYSED) and regional education authorities, alongside fostering a collaborative environment. The cohort aims to facilitate the sharing of best educational practices, enhance our collective expertise in content, and ensure that we remain at the cutting edge of social studies education. For the 2024-2025 academic year, our focus will be on refining historical source analysis techniques, developing inquiry-based learning strategies, and integrating the latest historical research into our teaching practices.

6. Civi Coalition

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Social Studies Educators, Administrators, Guidance Counselors, Seal of Civic Readiness

Dates: 10/29/2024 to 6/24/2025

Civic Education

Virtual

As the 250th anniversary of the nation's Declaration of Independence approaches, the vision of the founders for an engaged and collaborative society is brought to mind. Today, the need for quality civic education is more critical than ever due to the rising political polarization. The Civi Coalition aims to bridge these divides by uniting educators who are dedicated to fostering understanding, trust, and empathy within classrooms and communities. By joining the Civi Coalition, participants become part of a network of passionate educators committed to implementing bridging practices that encourage constructive conversations and collaborative problem-solving. The coalition offers monthly meetings where educators receive valuable resources, knowledge, and opportunities to engage in meaningful professional dialogues. These sessions are designed to reinvigorate teachers, preparing them to navigate the challenges of civic education and model informed, active citizenship for students. Partnering with esteemed organizations such as iCivics, DemocracyReady NY, and the Listen First Project, the Civi Coalition provides unparalleled support and expertise. Together, this coalition cultivates a culture of civic readiness and resilience, preparing the next generation to engage thoughtfully and effectively in a democratic society. Join this effort to make a tangible difference in the lives of students and the future of the nation.

7. Special Education K-12 Cohort Group #1

Program: Special Education

Audience: Grades K-12 Special Education Teachers

Dates: 10/30/2024 to 3/19/2025

In Person

Lunch Provided

The Special Education K-12 Cohort Group #1 will afford special education teachers the opportunity to connect with other K-12 special education teachers. The cohort model is structured to provide NYSED/regional updates and collaborative opportunities. The goal of the cohort is to learn best practices and why they work, as well as what these practices look like in a classroom. Cohort Group #1 and Group #2 will cover the same content.

8. Special Education K-12 Cohort Group #2

Program: Special Education

Audience: Grades K-12 Special Education Teachers

Dates: 11/5/2024 to 4/8/2025

In Person

Lunch Provided

The Special Education K-12 Cohort Group #2 will afford special education teachers the opportunity to connect with other K-12 special education teachers. The cohort model is structured to provide NYSED/regional updates and collaborative opportunities. The goal of the cohort is to learn best practices and why they work, as well as what these practices look like in a classroom. Cohort Group #1 and Group #2 will cover the same content.

9. ELA 5-8 Cohort

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Grades 6-8 ELA Teachers

Dates: 11/7/2024 to 3/27/2025

In Person

Lunch Provided

Closed

The English Language Arts (ELA) Cohort will afford teachers the opportunity to connect with other ELA teachers to learn instructional models and practices. The cohort model is structured to provide NYSED/regional updates as well as collaborative opportunities in learning research-based approaches. The goal of the cohort is to initially learn new, best practices and why they work, practice their implementation, and reflect on the implementation trial. The cohort structure allows teachers to share personal insights throughout the implementation and facilitates reflection within the larger group.

10. Instructional Coaching Cohort

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Instructional Coaches and Administrators

Dates: 11/12/2024 to 4/2/2025

In Person

Lunch Provided

Instructional coaching has proven to be an effective strategy for personal and teacher growth, increased student achievement, and individualized professional learning. In this cohort, participants will collaborate with other coaches in the region to focus on improving our practice, sharing effective coaching strategies, and having collegial dialogue regarding the implementation of the cohort model. Participants can expect to collaborate and problem solve, as well as explore the characteristics of the most effective coaches. Coaches will discuss high-impact teaching strategies and learn how to share these strategies with colleagues.

11. ELA 9-12 Cohort

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Grades 9-12 ELA Teachers

Dates: 11/13/2024 to 4/2/2025

In Person

Lunch Provided

Closed

The English Language Arts (ELA) Cohort will afford teachers the opportunity to connect with other ELA teachers to learn instructional models and practices. The cohort model is structured to provide NYSED/regional updates as well as collaborative opportunities in learning research-based approaches. The goal of the cohort is to initially learn new, best practices and why they work, practice their implementation, and reflect on the implementation trial. The cohort structure allows teachers to share personal insights throughout the implementation and facilitates reflection within the larger group.

12. Regional CSE Chairperson Meeting (Genesee Valley BOCES Districts Only)

Program: Special Education

Audience: Gensee Valley BOCES Regional Special Education Administrators

Dates: 11/21/2024

In Person

Regional CSE Chairperson Meetings are to provide special education leaders in the Genesee Valley BOCES area with updates from the Office of Special Education, NSYED, and regional networks. Time will also be given up to guest speakers, professional learning, and collaborative projects.

13. Holocaust Educator Network

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Educators K-12, Counselors, Administrators, Social Studies Educators

Dates: 12/4/2024 to 4/23/2025

In Person

Lunch Provided

Closed

The Holocaust Educator Network is committed to offering annual professional-development opportunities for educators and administrators focused on the effective integration of Holocaust education into the classroom. Following the 2022 mandate, New York State school districts are now legally required to ensure that Holocaust education is accurately represented in curricula. This initiative not only supports compliance with this requirement, but also aligns with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) efforts, and incorporates aspects of Social and Emotional Learning (SEL). To facilitate this, the School Improvement Team will organize three, full-day sessions each year, centered on a specific theme related to the Holocaust. These sessions are designed to equip school personnel with the knowledge and resources necessary to bring these critical life-long lessons back to their institutions for implementation.

14. Agriculture Education Cohort (new registration)

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Agriculture Educators, Technology and Science Teachers

Dates: 12/16/2024 to 5/20/2025

In Person

Lunch Provided

The Ag Cohort is intended to provide professional learning for agricultural (Ag) educators. It is an opportunity to collaborate on important issues and topics affecting their practice. Participants will discuss best practices for advancing Ag education programs in districts through classroom instruction, Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE), and Future Farmers of America (FFA). The cohort will collaborate with representative members from organizations such as Future Farmers of America (FFA), Career & Technical Education (CTE) and Agri-businesses in our GV BOCES region. Tours of local Agri-businesses will be scheduled as part of the professional learning days.

15. Online Book Study: Seen, Heard, and Valued

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Grades K-12 General/Special Education Teachers, Reading Specialists, Instructional Coaches, Teacher Leaders and Administrators

Dates: 2/3/2025

Book Study

Book Included

Closed

Join the School Improvement Team for an eight-week book study to explore and discuss the text, Seen, Heard, and Valued: Universal Design for Learning and Beyond, by Lee Ann Jung. Participants will explore Universal Design for Learning (2024) and how it can ensure instruction is tailored to the strengths and needs of each student by removing barriers to learning, thus creating a more equitable learning environment (Jung, 2023).

Participants can expect to participate in a (virtual) book study by reading, writing, and posting on the Google Classroom platform. A syllabus and a copy of the book will be provided to participants prior to the book study launch date. Assignments and discussions will be posted throughout the week. In order to receive credit, participants must complete all requirements. CTLE hours will be awarded based upon online participation and completion of course tasks.

Registration Close Date: January 17, 2025

Course Launch Date: February 3, 2025

Course Close Date: March 28, 2025

16. Let Them Drive: Student-Centered Learning Projects

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Grades K-12 General/Special Education Teachers, Interventionists, Teacher Leaders, Instructional Coaches, and Administrators

Dates: 2/4/2025 to 4/8/2025

Synchronous

Closed

Student-centered projects offer educators a distinctive opportunity to leverage engagement through extended work. Contrary to the common misconception, these learning approaches necessitate substantial structure and planning. In reality, Project-Based and Performance-Based Learning demand explicit intentions, meticulous planning, and systematic instruction to equip students with the necessary framework for success in directing their own learning journeys. To demystify the process and lay the groundwork for implementing student-centered learning experiences, the School Improvement Team will conduct three, one-hour synchronous sessions. These sessions aim to introduce foundational concepts essential for fostering effective student-centered learning environments in your classroom.

The synchronous webinar link and supporting materials will be sent to registered participants the day before the session. CTLE credit will be awarded to those who attend the live webinar.

17. The Anxious Generation Book Study

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: All teachers, aides, administration

Dates: 3/3/2025

Wait List

The Anxious Generation delves into a generation-defining investigation into the collapse of youth mental health in the era of smartphones, social media, and big tech- and outlines a plan for a healthier, freer childhood. After more than a decade of stability or improvement, the mental health of adolescents plunged in the early 2010s. Rates of depression, anxiety, self-harm, and suicide rose sharply, more than doubling on many measures. In The Anxious Generation, social psychologist Jonathan Haidt lays out the facts about the epidemic of teen mental illness and investigates the nature of childhood, including why children need play and independent exploration to mature into competent, thriving adults. Haidt shows how the "play-based childhood” was wiped out by the arrival of the "phone-based childhood” in the early 2010s. He presents more than a dozen mechanisms by which this "great rewiring of childhood” has interfered with children's social and neurological development, covering everything from sleep deprivation to attention fragmentation, addiction, loneliness, social contagion, social comparison, and perfectionism. Most importantly, Haidt issues a clear call to action. He proposes four simple rules that might set us free. He describes steps that parents, teachers, schools, tech companies, and governments can take to end the epidemic of mental illness and restore a more humane childhood.

18. TCIS: Therapeutic Crisis Intervention for Schools (Levels I & II)

Program: Special Education

Audience: Grades K-12 Paraprofessionals, General and Special Education Teachers, School Counselors, and School Psychologist

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

The Therapeutic Crisis Intervention for Schools (TCIS) training program for child and youth care staff presents a framework for implementing a crisis and management system that reduces the need to rely on high-risk interventions. The TCI framework complements the Response to Intervention (RTI) approach and also includes aspects of trauma-informed care. Staff who are trained in the TCI program are provided a crisis prevention and intervention model designed to teach staff how to help children learn constructive ways to proactively diminish crisis and also support students and staff to react to a crisis. The skills, knowledge, and professional judgment of staff in responding to crises are critical factors in helping young people learn constructive and adaptive ways to deal with frustration, failure, anger, rejection, hurt, and depression. Program objectives include learning to proactively prevent and/or de-escalate a potential crisis situation with a child or young person, manage a crisis situation in a therapeutic manner, and if necessary, intervene physically in a manner that reduces the risk of harm to children and staff and process the crisis event with children and young people to help improve their coping strategies. Upon completion, this training will certify the attendee in Levels I & II certification.

Attendance is required for all four days to receive certification.

Lunch will be on your own on 3/5, 3/6, and 3/10. Lunch will be provided on 3/11.

19. Mentor Coordinator Network

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Mentor Coordinators

Dates: 3/13/2025

Collegial Conversations: Welcoming and Connecting,TCTRC & GRTC Updates, Supporting the Improvement of Practice and New Learning:Specific topics will be set following a survey to be sent shortly, Please consider presenting or sharing a successful,portion or aspect of your Mentor Program with your colleagues. Questions and Queries - Your questions from the survey will be discussed, Open Forum / Carousel Charting, Action Planning time and networking with your colleagues, Agendas are set by you and based on your needs or questions.

20. WL Network Professional Learning at the Memorial Art Gallery (MAG)

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Dates: 3/13/2025

Join the World Language Network for a full day of professional learning with the experts at the Memorial Art Gallery. Learn to examine complexity and perspective with artful thinking and visible thinking strategies from Harvard's Project Zero. Teachers will engage in professional learning with MAG staff with in-gallery guided practice. Participants will explore complexity and perspective through the MAG collection and the current exhibit Composing Color with the work of Alma Thomas. Participants will engage in activities that include SEL practices that are applicable across all modes, checkpoints and languages. This session will be conducted in English but participants will have time to collaborate with colleagues from across the region in the target language. This professional learning experience includes gallery admission, guided lessons and activities in the museum, art making with a teaching artist and free time to explore the gallery.

21. Pre-K & Kindergarten Network

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Pre-K and Kindergarten Teachers

Dates: 3/18/2025

We have created a wonderful support net work in this group and this meeting is an opportunity for us to come together and chat about our plans to finish off the 2024-25 school year. Please join us for the chance to gather, support one another, collaborate and hopefully you will be able leave with a few ideas and resources that you can implement immediately in your classroom. Please be prepared to share and discuss or bring samples for: Curriculum - what programs do you use for ELA, Math, SEL 5 things you use a lot - games, resources etc. * Must haves - things to order or requisition Mother's Day / Father's Day gift ideas Graduation / end of year celebration ideas Food or snack ideas that you make with your students Memory Books Theme Days If you have any other topics, ideas or concerns to discus please e-mail me at tpukos@cal-mum.org Think about something you would like to present to the group: Topic Make and take Food demonstration Center Sensory bin Something you love that you think colleagues would like to hear about

22. LGBTQ+ Laws and Guidance for Schools

Program: Trauma, Illness and Grief (TIG)

Audience: Administrators, other educational allies

Dates: 3/25/2025

Starting Soon

Important and up-to-date information about LGBTQ+ Educational Laws and Guidance. Guest Speakers from GLOW Out!, NYS Department of Education and Lambda Legal. Open to all school staff, Administrators, GSA leaders and educational allies who want to create a safe and inclusive environment for LGBTQ+ students In addition to reviewing New York State education laws, we'll explore effective strategies for working with school boards and implementing comprehensive anti-bullying measures. Through interactive discussions and scenarios, participants will learn practical techniques for addressing challenges such as homophobic or transphobic parents, while also discovering ways to foster family pride and inclusion within their school communities. By the workshop's end, administrators will leave equipped with the knowledge and tools necessary to champion LGBTQ+ rights, support GSAs, and ensure every student feels valued and protected. Breakfast Included.

23. LGBTQ+ Laws and Guidance for Schools - ZOOM OPTION

Program: Trauma, Illness and Grief (TIG)

Audience: Administrators, other educational allies

Dates: 3/25/2025

Starting Soon

Important and up-to-date information about LGBTQ+ Educational Laws and Guidance. Guest Speakers from GLOW Out!, NYS Department of Education and Lambda Legal. Open to all school staff, Administrators, GSA leaders and educational allies who want to create a safe and inclusive environment for LGBTQ+ students In addition to reviewing New York State education laws, we'll explore effective strategies for working with school boards and implementing comprehensive anti-bullying measures. Through interactive discussions and scenarios, participants will learn practical techniques for addressing challenges such as homophobic or transphobic parents, while also discovering ways to foster family pride and inclusion within their school communities. By the workshop's end, administrators will leave equipped with the knowledge and tools necessary to champion LGBTQ+ rights, support GSAs, and ensure every student feels valued and protected.

24. Cat in the Dog House (Michael Grinder) Book Study

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: teachers, assistants, administration

Dates: 4/1/2025

How to establish relationships with the hard-to-reach students. Are the students who you are having difficulty reaching? Michael Grinder's work with non-verbal communication helps us to understand student behavior and thinking. A Cat in the Doghouse focuses on transferring the reader's knowledge of household pets to students. Dog students are cooperative - they come when called. Cat students are independent, wanting to know, "What's in it for me?” This book shows educators how to motivate all their students and create a happier, safer classroom. This book study includes 2 - 1 hour zoom sessions with Michael & Krista Grinder.

25. Designing Strategic Elementary School Master Schedules

Program: School Improvement

Audience: ES School Administrators, Guidance Office Staff, Others Involved with Master Scheduling

Dates: 4/3/2025 to 4/9/2025

Synchronous

While the guiding principles and key shifts in master scheduling are universal, their practical implementation varies by grade level. This session is designed specifically for elementary school leadership teams. Participants will explore best practices for leveraging the master schedule as a powerful tool to accelerate learning and rethink approaches to supporting struggling students. The session will also cover strategies for incorporating dedicated intervention time for both academics and social-emotional learning (SEL), along with common pitfalls to avoid.

These practical insights are drawn from our firm's experience working with over 300 school systems across 30 states.

Each participant must register separately, and join the virtual synchronous session using their own device. A Zoom link will be sent to participants shortly before the first session.

26. Robot Roundup: Elementary

Program: Model Schools

Audience: Elementary STEM Teachers, Librarians

Dates: 4/3/2025

With so many robots on the market for schools, it can be overwhelming to know what tools to use and how. Join us for a hands-on day of learning about several robotics tools including Sphero Bolt, Sphero Indi, Root, Dash & Dot, Cubetto, Code & Go Robot Mouse, LEGO Spike Essential, and more. Exchange tips and lesson ideas for using each kind of robot. Stay for the afternoon to learn about secondary level robots.

27. Designing Strategic Secondary School Master Schedules

Program: School Improvement

Audience: MS/HS School Administrators, Guidance Office Staff, Others Involved with Master Scheduling

Dates: 4/3/2025 to 4/9/2025

Synchronous

While the guiding principles and key shifts in master scheduling are universal, their practical implementation varies by grade level. This session is designed specifically for middle and high school leadership teams. Topics will include strategies for aligning schedules with school priorities, balancing academic learning with other school activities, planning for intervention, and adopting a student-centered approach.

These practical insights are drawn from our firm's experience working with over 300 school systems across 30 states.

Each participant must register separately and join the virtual synchronous session using their own device. A Zoom link will be sent to participants shortly before the first session.

28. Robot Roundup: Secondary

Program: Model Schools

Audience: Secondary STEM Teachers, Librarians

Dates: 4/3/2025

With so many robots on the market for schools, it can be overwhelming to know what tools to use and how. Join us for a hands-on day of learning about several robotics tools that are most appropriate for secondary school makerspaces and technology classrooms. This includes Sphero Bolt, Sphero RVR, Robot Arm, LEGO Spike Prime, mBot, and more. Exchange tips and lesson ideas for using each kind of robot. Come for the morning to learn about elementary level robots too.

29. Reading Network

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Reading Teachers

Dates: 4/4/2025

Hello Reading Network! We've collected some great data from the Google Form and are ready to keep pushing forward! We will begin to create together a resources library (reorganizing our network folder around the six pillars) and we will begin to create an assessments "one-stop shop" resource. Encompassed with that will be progress monitoring tracking tools. Also on the docket will be time to collaborate, explore and create. Please come prepared with any resources you may need or want to share during this time. We also ask that each participant come prepared to share/demonstrate two strategies or lessons they feel worked really well this school year. It's a great time to reflect on all the good you are doing!

30. Art Network

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Dates: 4/8/2025

New

Join us in the morning for a pit fire pottery demonstration. Connect and collaborate while exploring new techniques in pottery. Participate in a hands on experience while working with clay to create a teacher exemplar. Learn about the process of pit firing, a traditional method where pottery is fired in a hole in the ground using natural materials, creating unique textures and color effects. Discuss how to incorporate this technique into their classrooms, integrating the New York Visual Arts Standards emphasizing the skills of creating, performing, responding, and connecting in the visual arts. Meet the state's visual arts learning objectives and promoting student creativity and critical thinking in art education by engaging in the exchange of teaching strategies, ideas, and resources. All needed materials are provided for this activity along with suggestions on how to complete a pit fire at your school. No kiln? No problem, come and enjoy the art experience and we will fire your pieces for you. The afternoon session is a time to share! Please bring a digital or paper copies of a lesson idea to share with the group. This lesson does not have to be ceramics related.

31. TIG Tune Up Series: Threat Assessment: Review of Threat Assessment Plans

Program: Trauma, Illness and Grief (TIG)

Audience: Administrators, School Mental Health team, SROs, Nurses,Teachers and Coaches

Dates: 4/9/2025

Review essential elements of your school's threat assessment & intervention plans. Please obtain your district's current plan and policy to review and ask questions about. One hour Zoom discussion.

32. Round 2 of The Anxious Generation Book Study

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: All teachers and administration

Dates: 4/21/2025

Closed

The Anxious Generation Book Study Due to the overwhelming response we have added a second section for this Book Study that will run from April 20- June 1. The Anxious Generation delves into a generation-defining investigation into the collapse of youth mental health in the era of smartphones, social media, and big tech- and outlines a plan for a healthier, freer childhood. After more than a decade of stability or improvement, the mental health of adolescents plunged in the early 2010s. Rates of depression, anxiety, self-harm, and suicide rose sharply, more than doubling on many measures. In The Anxious Generation, social psychologist Jonathan Haidt lays out the facts about the epidemic of teen mental illness and investigates the nature of childhood, including why children need play and independent exploration to mature into competent, thriving adults. Haidt shows how the "play-based childhood” was wiped out by the arrival of the "phone-based childhood” in the early 2010s. He presents more than a dozen mechanisms by which this "great rewiring of childhood” has interfered with children's social and neurological development, covering everything from sleep deprivation to attention fragmentation, addiction, loneliness, social contagion, social comparison, and perfectionism. Most importantly, Haidt issues a clear call to action. He proposes four simple rules that might set us free. He describes steps that parents, teachers, schools, tech companies, and governments can take to end the epidemic of mental illness and restore a more humane childhood.

33. Group Crisis Intervention (CISM) Refresher Day with Barb Ertl

Program: Trauma, Illness and Grief (TIG)

Audience: TIG team Members, Social Workers, Psychologists, Counselors

Dates: 4/24/2025

Group Crisis Intervention skills are the foundation of an effective crisis response. For people who have already completed the two day CISM training, take advantage of this opportunity to review the material with Barb Ertl, ICISF Faculty. Review will include Crisis Management Briefing, Defusing and Debriefing processes.

34. Genesee Valley BOCES Regional Curriculum Council Work Group (3 of 3)

Program: Curriculum Council

Audience: School Administrators

Dates: 4/25/2025

In Person

The Genesee Valley BOCES Administrative Curriculum Council Work Groups are opportunities for leaders to get updates on various topics and hear from NYSED on requirements. Time will also be available for regional schools to collaborate with other Instructional Leaders in the region, and design regional resources in a workshop model.

On 4/25/25 the focus will be on RTI/MTSS Plans and structures. Lunch is not provided, please bring your own.

35. NY Inspires/Graduation Measures Update

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Administrators, Guidance Counselors, or Applicable School Staff

Dates: 4/30/2025

Hybrid

New

Regional stakeholders play a critical role in advancing the NY Inspires Plan/Graduation Measures initiative from the New York State Education Department (NYSED). This session aims to ensure that every district has the support, resources, and strategic guidance necessary for success. This particular hybrid session will focus on the Exemptions for Major Life Events emergency action.

Participants are expected to watch an asynchronous webinar, reflect/pose questions, and attend a synchronous regional collaborative. At the collaborative meeting questions that have been submitted will be addressed.

Registration Closes: 4/11/2025

Materials will be sent on: 4/13/2025

Synchronous Collaborative: 4/30/25 from 8:00-9:00 AM via Zoom. A Zoom link will be sent to registered participants after registration closes.

36. Communication Coordinators: Professional Learning and Meeting

Program: School Library System

Audience: GV BOCES region school librarians

Dates: 5/2/2025

The final Genesee Valley BOCES School Library System meeting of the 2024-25 school year will be held at the New York Library Association Section of School Librarians Annual Conference. More details to follow. For this event, CTLE/PD hours will be granted by NYLA SSL. ***Please be sure to register for the conference following the directions sent out via the SLS email list.***

37. Genesee Valley BOCES Regional Curriculum Council Meeting (session 4 of 4)

Program: Curriculum Council

Audience: School Administrators

Dates: 5/2/2025

In Person

Lunch Provided

The Genesee Valley BOCES Administrative Curriculum Council meets throughout the school year in effort to collaborate with other Instructional Leaders in the region, hear updates from various departments & NYSED, and continue professional learning together.

38. Online Book Study: Designing Authentic Performance Tasks and Projects

Program: School Improvement

Audience: PreK-12 General & Special Educators, Instructional Coaches, and Administrators

Dates: 5/5/2025

Book Study

Book Included

Join School Improvement for a five-week book study to explore and discuss McTighe's, Doubet's & Carbaugh's text, Designing Authentic Performance Tasks and Projects: Tools for Meaningful Learning and Assessment (2020). This book is based on examining the qualities of effective tasks and projects and offers a collection of practical and proven design tools for constructing authentic versions that best suit curriculum, instruction, and assessment purposes. This book study will prepare teachers/administrators to engage students in active and relevant learning. Participants can expect a deep exploration of designing authentic performance tasks, with reflection and application opportunities to integrate these strategies into classroom practice.

A book study overview, and a copy of the book will be provided to participants prior to the book study launch date. Books will be delivered to the district office for building-level distribution. If registered participants do not receive a copy of the book by April 28th, please contact the course instructor.

Participants can earn up to 30 CTLE hours. Credit will be awarded based on required reading/reflections, required completion of transfer learning projects, and optional attendance at the synchronous Zoom meetings.

Course Launch Date: Monday, May 5, 2025

Course Close Date: Friday, June 6, 2025

39. Online Book Study: The Art & Science of Teaching Primary Reading

Program: School Improvement

Audience: PreK-5 Teachers, Reading Specialists, Instructional Coaches, and Administrators

Dates: 5/5/2025

Book Study

Book Included

Join School Improvement for a six-week book study to explore and discuss the text: The Art & Science of Teaching Primary Reading, by Christopher Such. Participants will explore the technical and practical aspects of how children learn to read and learn how significant research can be interpreted in different teaching contexts to maximize reading outcomes. This book study will include interleaved reading and discussion sections to address key topics including: phonics, fluency, comprehension, vocabulary, and strategies that encourage independent reading. Participants can expect to participate in a virtual book study by reading, writing, and posting on the Google Classroom platform. A syllabus and a copy of the book will be provided to participants prior to the book study launch date. Assignments and discussions will be posted throughout the week. In order to receive credit, participants must complete all requirements. CTLE hours will be awarded based upon online participation and completion of course tasks.

40. TIG Tune Up Series: Trauma Informed Memorials, Commemorations & Graduations

Program: Trauma, Illness and Grief (TIG)

Audience: Administrators, School Mental Health team, SROs, Nurses,Teachers and Coaches

Dates: 5/7/2025

Learn/review best practices for trauma informed memorials, commemorations & graduations. Please bring your district Memorial & Commemoration policy for review. One hour Zoom discussion.

41. Regents Exams School Administrator's Manual (SAM) Overview

Program: School Improvement

Audience: School Administrators

Dates: 5/7/2025

Synchronous

The instructions in the Regent Exam Administrator's Manual (SAM) explain the responsibilities of school administrators for the New York State Regents Assessment Program. School administrators must be thoroughly familiar with the contents of the manual, and the policies and procedures must be followed as written so that testing conditions are uniform statewide.

This session will review the SAM and allow for regional leaders to engage in discussion pertaining to the best local assessment program practices.

42. Mastering The MTSS-I Framework in NYS

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Grades PreK-12 Teachers, Instructional Coaches, Teacher Leaders, and Administrators

Dates: 5/8/2025

In Person

This professional learning experience is designed to equip New York State educators and school leaders with a comprehensive understanding of the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework that was released by NYSED/OSE in October of 2023. As schools across New York State are looking to refine & implement MTSS, this workshop aims to build capacity in designing, implementing, and sustaining a proactive and integrated approach to meet the academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs of all students.

43. Regional CSE Chairperson Meeting (Genesee Valley BOCES Districts Only)

Program: Special Education

Audience: Gensee Valley BOCES Regional Special Education Administrators

Dates: 5/8/2025

In Person

Regional CSE Chairperson Meetings are to provide special education leaders in the Genesee Valley BOCES area with updates from the Office of Special Education, NSYED, and regional networks. Time will also be given up to guest speakers, professional learning, and collaborative projects.

44. Artificial Intelligence (Asynchronous)

Program: School Library System

Audience: K-12 Educators

Dates: 5/9/2025

As Artificial Intelligence becomes ever more pervasive in our schools and society, it's vital for educators to understand this impactful technology in order to prepare students for an AI-infused world. Explore the progression of AI, how it works and what it's capable of, and examine its capabilities and ethical implications. You'll look at the potential impact of AI in schools, how to use it as a professional tool, and how to address concerns about cheating. Reflect on different AI tools and consider the importance of teaching students about AI. The course will also include simple activities to spark classroom discussions about AI, along with some resources for more advanced lessons to implement. This asynchronous course uses a series of videos, articles, and activities where you'll be encouraged to try different AI tools to help you feel more comfortable with this rapidly evolving technology. Content is asynchronous online with an opportunity for follow up via Zoom at a date/time TBD to address any further questions. Course must be completed by May 9, 2025. This course is geared toward school librarians but it is open to other educators.

45. Book Review

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Teachers, Assistants, administration

Dates: 5/15/2025

Complete Course by May 15

To complete a book review please contact Juanita Henry at jhenry@bataviacsd.org to tell her your book and receive a form to complete. Course must be complete by May 15.

46. 24-25 Equity Challenge Week 8

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: All Audiences

Dates: 5/20/2025

Open Enrollment July to May 20

Self Paced

Diverstiy

MicroCredential

Participating in New York State Teacher Centers' 10 week Equity Challenge will introduce you to equity and how it impacts students and families. This work will support educators as they build local ecosystems of success. This badge corresponds with the activities in Week 8.
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link
3. Register for an account or sign in if already registered
4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2025

47. 24-25 Helping Students Work Cooperatively Together: A 21st Century Skill

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 5/20/2025

MicroCredential

Self Paced

Cooperative Learning

Gain insight into characteristics of successful collaborators ready for the real world.
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link
3. Register for an account or sign in if already registered
4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 30, 2025

48. 24-25 Maximizing Success for You & Your Student Teacher

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 5/20/2025

Self Paced

Mentoring

MicroCredential

Mentoring a student teacher supports the profession, but it can also be beneficial to you. This learning will help you maximize those benefits.
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link
3. Register for an account or sign in if already registered
4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2025

49. 24-25 NYS CS & DF Standards: Impacts of Computing

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Dates: 5/20/2025

Self paced

Autism

MicroCredential

The Impacts of Computing standards promote an understanding of the evolving impact of computing technologies on society through many lenses, including personal, social, cultural, accessibility, legal, economic, and ethical.
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link https://badgelist.com/GRTC-Teacher-Centers/NYS-CS-DF-Standards-Impacts-of-Computing
3. Register for an account or sign in if already registered
4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2025

50. 24-25 Equity Challenge Week 10

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: All Audiences

Dates: 5/20/2025

Self Paced

Diversity

MicroCredential

Participating in New York State Teacher Centers' 10 week Equity Challenge will introduce you to equity and how it impacts students and families. This work will support educators as they build local ecosystems of success. This badge corresponds with the activities in Week 9.
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link
3. Register for an account or sign in if already registered
4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2025

51. 24-25 Equity Challenge Week 7

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: All Audiences

Dates: 5/20/2025

Open Enrollment July to May 20

Self Paced

Diversity

MicroCredential

Participating in New York State Teacher Centers' 10 week Equity Challenge will introduce you to equity and how it impacts students and families. This work will support educators as they build local ecosystems of success. This badge corresponds with the activities in Week 7.
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link
3. Register for an account or sign in if already registered
4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2025

52. 24-25 Equity Challenge Week 9

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: All Audiences

Dates: 5/20/2025

Open Enrollment July to May 20

Self Paced

Diversity

MicroCredential

Participating in New York State Teacher Centers' 10 week Equity Challenge will introduce you to equity and how it impacts students and families. This work will support educators as they build local ecosystems of success. This badge corresponds with the activities in Week 9. .
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link
3. Register for an account or sign in if already registered
4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2025

53. 24-25 Google Slides

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 5/20/2025

Self Paced

MicroCredential

Technology

Google Slides is a tool commonly used for presentations, interactive lessons, flyers, worksheet creation, and more. Practice the basics with this badge.
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link
3. Register for an account or sign in if already registered
4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2025

54. 24-25 Habits of Mind for 21st Century Learners: An Overview

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 5/20/2025

MicroCredential

Self Paced

Habits of Mind

Builds awareness of how Habits of Mind correlate with the 4 C's of 21st Century Skills & supports students in all aspects of their life.
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link
3. Register for an account or sign in if already registered
4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2025

55. 24-25 MICRO-CREDENTIAL Building Classroom Communities

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Dates: 5/20/2025

Self paced with completion by May 2024

Classroom Community

Feeling disconnected from your students, or wishing they were more connected to each other? This micro-credential will offer sources that will allow you to curate 4 specific strategies to promote a sense of community in your classroom.
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link https://badgelist.com/GRTC-Teacher-Centers/Building-Classroom-Communities
3. Register for an account or sign in if already registered
4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2025

56. 24-25 Micro-Credential Equity Challenge Week 4

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Teachers, Admins,

Dates: 5/20/2025

Open Enrollment July to May 20

Self Paced

Diversity

MicroCredential

Participating in New York State Teacher Centers' 10 week Equity Challenge will introduce you to equity and how it impacts students and families. This work will support educators as they build local ecosystems of success. This badge corresponds with the activities in Week 4.
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link
3. Register for an account or sign in if already registered
4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2025

57. 24-25 NYS CS & DF Standards: Computational Thinking

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Dates: 5/20/2025

Digital Fluency

self paced

MicroCredential

"Computational thinking plays an important role in supporting the creation of solutions to problems, both large and small. Algorithms, programs, simulations, and data are essential to all computing systems, empowering people to communicate and collaborate with others around the world.”
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link https://badgelist.com/GRTC-Teacher-Centers/NYS-CS-DF-Standards-Computational-Thinking
3. Register for an account or sign in if already registered
4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2025

58. 24-25 NYS CS & DF Standards: Cybersecurity

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Dates: 5/20/2025

Self paced

Digital Fluency

MicroCredential

"The Cybersecurity standards prepare students to understand why data and computing resources need to be protected, who might access them, and why they might do so whether intentionally malicious or not. It is important that students know how to employ basic safeguards to protect data and computing resources and how to appropriately respond if a breach occurs.”
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link https://badgelist.com/GRTC-Teacher-Centers/NYS-CS-DF-Standards-Cybersecurity
3. Register for an account or sign in if already registered
4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2025

59. 24-25 NYS CS & DF Standards: Digital Literacy

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Dates: 5/20/2025

Self paced

Digital Fluency

MicroCredential

Digital Literacy is "the ability to leverage computer technology to appropriately access digital information; to create, share, and modify artifacts, and to interact and collaborate with others. Digital literacy includes understanding the benefits and implications of using digital technologies to be successful in our contemporary world.
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link https://badgelist.com/GRTC-Teacher-Centers/NYS-CS-DF-Standards-Digital-Literacy
3. Register for an account or sign in if already registered
4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2025

60. 24-25 NYS CS & DF Standards: Networks and Systems Design

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Dates: 5/20/2025

Self paced

Digital Fluency

MicroCredential

The Networks and Systems Design standards aim to prepare students to understand the basic functioning of the computing systems and networks that are used as fundamental tools in our personal and professional lives.
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link https://badgelist.com/GRTC-Teacher-Centers/NYS-CS-DF-Standards-Networks-Systems-Design
3. Register for an account or sign in if already registered
4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2025

61. 24-25 NYSTC Equity Challenge Week 1

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: All

Dates: 5/20/2025

Self Paced

MicroCredential

Diversity

Click this link

Participating in New York State Teacher Centers' 10 week Equity Challenge will introduce you to equity and how it impacts students and families. This work will support educators as they build local ecosystems of success. This badge corresponds with the activities in Week 1.
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link
3. Register for an account or sign in if already registered
4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2025

62. 24-25 NYSTC Equity Challenge Week 2

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: All

Dates: 5/20/2025

Self Paced

MicroCredential

Diversity

Click this link

Participating in New York State Teacher Centers' 10 week Equity Challenge will introduce you to equity and how it impacts students and families. This work will support educators as they build local ecosystems of success. This badge corresponds with the activities in Week 2.
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link
3. Register for an account or sign in if already registered
4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2025

63. 24-25 NYSTC Equity Challenge Week 3

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: All

Dates: 5/20/2025

Self Paced

MicroCredential

Diversity

Click this link

Participating in New York State Teacher Centers' 10 week Equity Challenge will introduce you to equity and how it impacts students and families. This work will support educators as they build local ecosystems of success. This badge corresponds with the activities in Week 2.
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link
3. Register for an account or sign in if already registered
4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2025

64. 24-25 Resilient Educator- Know Yourself

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 5/20/2025

MicroCredential

Self Paced

Reflection

Reflection is part of Danielson's Framework. This learning will help you reflect both personally and professionally to build resiliency.
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link
3. Register for an account or sign in if already registered
4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2025

65. 24-25 Supporting English Language Learners

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 5/20/2025

MicroCredential

Self Paced

ELL

Learn the basics for working with English Language learners including how they become ELLs and how to best support them.
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link
3. Register for an account or sign in if already registered
4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2025

66. 24-25 The Together Teacher-Time Management

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 5/20/2025

Self paced

Self Paced

MicroCredential

Become more organized and manage time better to live a more stress-free life with the Together Teacher System. The book Summary is the main resource for this work.
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link
3. Register for an account or sign in if already registered
4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2025

67. 24-25 Thriving as a New Teacher (Spheres 4-6)

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Dates: 5/20/2025

Self paced

MicroCredential

New Teachers

Thriving as a New Teacher (Spheres 4-6) will support new teachers in curriculum management, assessment, and collaborating with colleagues.
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link https://badgelist.com/GRTC-Teacher-Centers/Thriving-as-a-New-Teacher-Spheres-4-6
3. Register for an account or sign in if already registered
4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2025

68. 24-25 Voracious Vocabulary Introduction

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 5/20/2025

MicroCredential

Self Paced

Vocabulary

Teaching vocabulary is the ability to identify & explicitly teach Tier II words while building students' academic language & literacy skills
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link
3. Register for an account or sign in if already registered
4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2025

69. Micro-Credential AI Fundamentals

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 5/20/2025

Open Year Long

Self Paced

Technology

This micro-credential explores the foundations of AI in education. You'll learn about different AI applications, responsible AI use, and integrating AI tools into the classroom. Discover how AI can personalize learning, support educators, and revolutionize education!
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link
3. Register for an account or sign in if already registered
4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2025

70. MICRO-CREDENTIAL Authentic Learning-Introduction

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 5/20/2025

Open Year Long

Self Paced

Engagement

Authentic Learning is a practical approach to engaging students, recognizing that the entire world is a hands-on learning environment. This is based on the text, Authentic Learning Experiences by Dayna Laur.
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link
3. Register for an account or sign in if already registered
4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2025

71. MICRO-CREDENTIAL Authentic Learning-Introduction

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 5/20/2025

Open Year Long

Self Paced

MicroCredential

Engagement

Authentic Learning is a practical approach to engaging students, recognizing that the entire world is a hands-on learning environment. This is based on the text, Authentic Learning Experiences by Dayna Laur.
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link
3. Register for an account or sign in if already registered
4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2025

72. Micro-Credential Autism: The Basics for Any Provider/Teacher

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Dates: 5/20/2025

Self paced

Autism

Open Year Lon

Every student with Autism is unique, but there is a base level of awareness and accommodations that adults who interact with these students can have.
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link https://badgelist.com/GRTC-Teacher-Centers/Autism-The-Basics-for-Any-Provider-Teacher
3. Register for an account or sign in if already registered
4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2025

73. Micro-Credential Creating a Culture of Feedback

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 5/20/2025

Open Year Long

Self Paced

Assessment

Understand the components of creating a culture of feedback in your classroom with the TAG (Tell, Ask, Give) feedback protocol.
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link
3. Register for an account or sign in if already registered
4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2025

74. Micro-Credential Deck Toys-Getting Started

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 5/20/2025

Self Paced

Technology

Open Year Long

Create interactive and student-centered lessons and escape rooms, called Decks, using this awesome learning platform. Learn how to create engaging learning paths and learning adventures with this introduction.
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link
3. Register for an account or sign in if already registered
4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2025

75. Micro-Credential Digital Formative Assessment in Google Classroom

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 5/20/2025

Open Year Long

Self Paced

Engagement

This course dives into Universal Design for Learning (UDL). You'll learn how to proactively design welcoming learning experiences for all students.
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link
3. Register for an account or sign in if already registered
4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2025

76. Micro-Credential Empower Learning Through UDL

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 5/20/2025

Open Year Long

Self Paced

Instruction

This course dives into Universal Design for Learning (UDL). You'll learn how to proactively design welcoming learning experiences for all students.
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link
3. Register for an account or sign in if already registered
4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2025

77. Micro-Credential Thriving as a New Teacher (Spheres 1-3)

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Dates: 5/20/2025

Self paced

New Teachers

Open Year Long

Thriving as a New Teacher (Spheres 1-3) will support new teachers to understand themselves, their students/families, and the classroom environment.
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link https://badgelist.com/GRTC-Teacher-Centers/Thriving-as-a-New-Teacher-Spheres-1-3
3. Register for an account or sign in if already registered
4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2025

78. Micro-Credential Thriving as a New Teacher (Spheres 4-6)

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Dates: 5/20/2025

Self paced

New Teachers

Open Year Long

Thriving as a New Teacher (Spheres 4-6) will support new teachers in curriculum management, assessment, and collaborating with colleagues.
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link https://badgelist.com/GRTC-Teacher-Centers/Thriving-as-a-New-Teacher-Spheres-4-6
3. Register for an account or sign in if already registered
4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2025

79. Micro-Credential Understanding the Science of Reading

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Dates: 5/20/2025

Self paced

Reading

Open Year Long

Gain knowledge about this important topic and explore ways to implement best practices.
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link https://badgelist.com/GRTC-Teacher-Centers/Understanding-the-Science-of-Reading
3. Register for an account or sign in if already registered
4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2025

80. MICRO-CREDENTIALS Habits of Mind for 21st Century Learners: An Overview

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Teachers

Dates: 5/20/2025

Open Year Long

Self Paced

Habits of Mind

Builds awareness of how Habits of Mind correlate with the 4 C's of 21st Century Skills & supports students in all aspects of their life.
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link
3. Register for an account or sign in if already registered
4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2025

81. 24-25 Equity Challenge Week 6

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: All Audiences

Dates: 5/20/2025

MicroCredential

Self Paced

Diversity

Participating in New York State Teacher Centers' 10 week Equity Challenge will introduce you to equity and how it impacts students and families. This work will support educators as they build local ecosystems of success. This badge corresponds with the activities in Week 6.
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link
3. Register for an account or sign in if already registered
4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2025

82. 24-25 Micro-Credential Equity Challenge Week 5

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: All Audiences

Dates: 5/20/2025

MicroCredential

Self Paced

Diversity

Participating in New York State Teacher Centers' 10 week Equity Challenge will introduce you to equity and how it impacts students and families. This work will support educators as they build local ecosystems of success. This badge corresponds with the activities in Week 5.
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link
3. Register for an account or sign in if already registered
4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2025

83. MICRO-CREDENTIAL X (formerly Twitter): You're In For A Tweet!

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Teachers and Administration

Dates: 5/20/2025

Open Year Long

Self Paced

Social Media

Twitter can be a powerful, personal learning and networking tool for educators. It is an excellent way to collect, create, and share information.
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link
3. Register for an account or sign in if already registered
4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2025

84. MICRO-CREDENTIAL-Voracious Vocabulary Master

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Teachers and Administration

Dates: 5/20/2025

Self Paced

Vocabulary

Open Year Long

The badge builds on identified Tier II vocabulary words and creating an instructional routine of meaningful Tier II word learning opportunities. Voracious Vocabulary-Introduction is a prerequisite.
1. Enroll in the course on Frontline
2. Click this link
3. Register for an account or sign in if already registered
4. Start learning!
5. Course must be finished by May 20, 2025

85. Math RTI Network

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Math Interventionists

Dates: 5/21/2025

Our Spring meeting will be broken up into two sessions. In the morning we will participate in a Live Zoom with Dr. Paul Riccomini to learn about scaffolded word problems. In the afternoon presenters from the U of R will be with us. We will learn about strategies for math intervention. See the detailed descriptions below for each part of our day. New members are always welcome to join! Scaffolded Word Problems and the Content Scaffolding Progression Facilitated by Dr. Paul Riccomini Dr. Paul Riccomini is a highly respected expert in mathematics education, specializing in high intensity instructional techniques for mathematics. Guided by principles from cognitive science, the science of learning, and learner characteristics, Paul collaborates with mathematics teachers and interventionists to develop engaging and effective instructional activities. These activities promote conceptual understanding, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills throughout the academic year, ensuring sustained student growth. Our session will focus on scaffolding math instruction tailored to struggling elementary and secondary learners. The goal is to develop skills that support struggling math students, providing them with the necessary scaffolding to succeed.

86. Mentor Coordinator Network

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: Mentor Coordinators

Dates: 5/29/2025

Collegial Conversations: Welcoming and Connecting,TCTRC & GRTC Updates, Supporting the Improvement of Practice and New Learning:Specific topics will be set following a survey to be sent shortly, Please consider presenting or sharing a successful,portion or aspect of your Mentor Program with your colleagues. Questions and Queries - Your questions from the survey will be discussed, Open Forum / Carousel Charting, Action Planning time and networking with your colleagues, Agendas are set by you and based on your needs or questions.

87. LiNC - Librarian Networking Collective

Program: School Library System

Audience: PreK-12 School Librarians

Dates: 5/30/2025

Have you ever wished you could have more conversations with other school librarians? Have you looked for a supportive community to share the challenges and joys of being a school librarian at your grade level? Do you want to talk to your colleagues that "get it”? This group is for you! In LiNC, you will be among friends. We will foster a supportive, collaborative, joyful community of school librarians in Monroe One, Genesee Valley, and Monroe 2 BOCES regions. Throughout this fifteen-week Schoology course, some discussions will be K-12 and others will be split by grade level. This work will be asynchronous, with weekly discussions and resources posted by the facilitators, as well as opportunities for you to set the topic. Each week should take only about a half hour, so you have the opportunity to earn a half credit of CTLE per week. You can participate as much or as little as you would like, and credits will be granted based upon how much you choose to participate. Since capacity varies throughout the year, we understand and expect that not everyone will be able to join in every discussion. We hope this will be a place to share advice and resources, to ask questions, to validate your experiences, and to learn from each other. This group is for PreK-12 School Librarians only. The first discussion will open on Friday, January 24 and refresh each week following (aside from breaks).

88. PE Network

Program: Teacher Center Catalog

Audience: PE Teachers

Dates: 6/9/2025

Join us for networking and collaboration through physical activity: Learning and playing disc golf at Churchville Park Trying different equipment through gameplay Hiking through Black Creek Park Meeting new people and exchanging ideas

89. Crafting High-Impact IEP Goals for Foundational Reading Growth

Program: Special Education

Audience: Grades K-12 Special Education Teachers, Interventionists, School Administrators

Dates: 6/12/2025

In Person

New

This professional learning session provides educators with a comprehensive understanding of foundational reading skills and their direct connection to developing high-quality, rigorous IEP goals. Participants will explore how the brain learns to read, and best practices for crafting IEP goals that foster literacy growth for students with disabilities. The session will emphasize the importance of data-driven decision-making, and aligning IEP goals with literacy skills that supporting all learners.

90. Regional CSE Chairperson Meeting (Genesee Valley BOCES Districts Only)

Program: Special Education

Audience: Gensee Valley BOCES Regional Special Education Administrators

Dates: 6/12/2025

In Person

Lunch

Regional CSE Chairperson Meetings are to provide special education leaders in the Genesee Valley BOCES area with updates from the Office of Special Education, NSYED, and regional networks. Time will also be given up to guest speakers, professional learning, and collaborative projects.

91. Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Training (TCIS) Train the Trainer

Program: Special Education

Audience: School Administrators, School Counselors, Social Workers, School Psychologists, Teachers, and Paraprofessionals

Dates: 7/14/2025 to 7/18/2025

The Therapeutic Crisis Intervention for Schools (TCIS) Train-the-Trainer course is an intensive professional development program designed to equip school personnel with the skills and knowledge necessary to train staff in crisis prevention, intervention, and post-crisis response. This research-based model, developed by Cornell University, provides a trauma-informed approach to managing crises while fostering a safe and supportive learning environment for all students. The TCIS certification program is designed to develop, maintain, and strengthen the standards of performance for individuals who have successfully completed the requirements of the TCIS training trainers. Please note that all participants must pass the certification requirements during the training in order to train TCIS. Attendance alone does not qualify them to be TCIS trainers.

Lunch will be provided each day.

GV BOCES component districts will have until June 13th to register staff before it becomes available to outside participants.

All participants must have current Level 2 TCIS training to attend.

92. Genesee Valley BOCES 2025 Leadership Institute

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Genesee Valley BOCES K-12 Building and District Leaders

Dates: 8/6/2025 to 8/7/2025

2 day event

AGENDA: A more detailed agenda is forthcoming

Day 1:

Keynote Speakers: Dr. Michelle Storie, Dr. Doreen Mazzye, National Implementation Research Network (NIRN) & More

Professional Learning Breakout Sessions

Day 2:

Conversation Stations/District Work Time/Team Building

**This event is for GV BOCES component districts only

**Participation in the 2025 Leadership Institute serves as annual evaluator re-certification for leaders.

93. Greater Rochester Region School Library Conference

Program: School Library System

Audience: School Librarians and School Library students

Dates: 8/20/2025

New

GRRSL: BEAR - Greater Rochester Region School Librarians: Building Engagement and Access to Resources Hosted by M1 BOCES, M2 BOCES, GV BOCES, WFL BOCES, and Rochester City School District. This will be a full conference day with keynote, breakout sessions, vendor exhibits, and lunch included. The conference day will be located at St. John Fisher University. Stay tuned for more information about presenters.

94. One Day TIG Essentials

Program: Trauma, Illness and Grief (TIG)

Audience: Leadership and other school staff

Dates: 9/17/2025

This one day training is designed for Administrators, team leaders, key teachers, and new staff that haven't had time to take the full five day TIG training, or are looking for a refresher. An overview of trauma, grief, chronic illness, suicide prevention & intervention, threat assessment, crisis communication and a focus on strategic planning during critical incidents. Lunch included.

95. Tune Up Series: Suicide Prevention & Intervention Plans

Program: Trauma, Illness and Grief (TIG)

Audience: Administrators, School Mental Health team, SROs, Nurses,Teachers and Coaches

Dates: 9/18/2025

Review essential elements of your school's suicide prevention & intervention plans. Please obtain your district's current policy to review and ask questions about. Discussion of how to safely conduct Suicide Prevention Month (September) activities at your school. One hour Zoom discussion.

96. TIG Training Fall 2025 - Full 5 Day Training

Program: Trauma, Illness and Grief (TIG)

Audience: School Administrators, Mental Health team, SROs, nurses, teachers

Dates: 9/24/2025 to 12/10/2025

Full TIG Training will give an overview of the important considerations for administrators, counselors and staff when responding to critical incidents in their school community. Attendees will become aware of best practices and trauma informed care, and how to best utilize and support your district's TIG team during a crisis. Topics include grief & loss at school -trauma -suicide risk & intervention in youth and adolescents -chronic & acute illness -school violence: intervention & prevention -managing media and communication during incidents , with an emphasis on a team approach to strategic planning in the first hours after an incident. *Please confirm with your TIG Coordinator before signing up

97. TIG Tune Up Series: Trauma Informed Yearbooks, Graduations & Special Events

Program: Trauma, Illness and Grief (TIG)

Audience: Administrators, School Mental Health team, SROs, Nurses,Teachers and Coaches

Dates: 10/1/2025

Learn/Review best trauma informed practices for those milestone moments - including yearbooks, graduations & other special events. Great for yearbook, graduation and class advisors to attend, even if they haven't been TIG trained! One hour Zoom discussion.

98. GSA/Pride Advisor & Ally Conference Day

Program: Trauma, Illness and Grief (TIG)

Audience: GSA Leaders, any educational LGBTQ+ allies

Dates: 10/8/2025

This one day conference is an informative and supportive gathering for leaders of Gay-Straight Alliance or other LGBTQ+ clubs in our region. In today's world, GSA advisors face unprecedented challenges, from navigating shifting political landscapes to ensuring the safety and well-being of LGBTQ+ students in their schools. Embracing such a role and being there for your students every day can be overwhelming at times, which is why GLOW OUT! and their partners at GLYS want to provide you with a full day of programmatic, emotional, and social support for the school year ahead. In addition to GSA basics (legal protections, local and national resources, ways to structure your club, etc.) we will also have time to share triumphs and challenges, plan collaborative events for the year ahead, develop innovative strategies for advocacy and support, and become a stronger community together. Lunch Included.

99. Featured Speaker: The Numeracy Project with Mike Wiernicki

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Teachers (grades K-5), Instructional Coaches, and Administrators.

Dates: 10/15/2025 to 12/3/2025

Hybrid

Lunch Included

Biographical Sketch:

Mike Wiernicki is an experienced mathematics educator with over 30 years of teaching and coaching expertise. He has taught mathematics across elementary, middle, and high school levels, as well as at the collegiate level as an adjunct professor for pre-service teachers at Mercer University. Mike earned a Master's Degree from West Georgia College in 2002 and a Specialist Degree from the University of Georgia in 2019. Currently, he serves as a consultant, collaborating with schools and districts to enhance mathematics instruction. Mike is a seasoned presenter who has shared his expertise at local, state, regional, and national conventions.

Session Description:

This professional learning session offers participants an opportunity to deepen their understanding of numeracy and fluency through a research-based lens. Participants will engage in meaningful discussions to define fluency, explore instructional strategies, and pedagogical approaches that support numeracy development. The session will provide an in-depth examination of the strategy stages and their progression within the structure of the Georgia Numeracy Project. Attendees will also learn how to assess numeracy and fluency with fidelity using the Georgia Numeracy Project Assessments, including the GloSS and IKAN screeners, to evaluate student strategy stages and number knowledge. To enhance implementation, participants will receive access to a dedicated web page containing resources and handouts tailored to the professional learning content.

There will also be two virtual Question & Answer opportunities (11/5 & 12/3) following the in-person learning on October 15th.

100. TIG Tune Up Series: Is this a TIG event?

Program: Trauma, Illness and Grief (TIG)

Audience: Administrators, School Mental Health team, SROs, Nurses,Teachers and Coaches

Dates: 11/20/2025

Knowing when and how to activate a TIG response is one of the most common questions. Many situations are upsetting, but it is unclear what level of response is needed. Using a continuum of care model will help clarify difficult situations, and help your TIG team feel confident in your strategic planning. One hour Zoom discussion.

101. TIG Tune Up Series: Responder Skills

Program: Trauma, Illness and Grief (TIG)

Audience: Administrators, School Mental Health team, SROs, Nurses,Teachers and Coaches

Dates: 1/21/2026

Being a TIG responder at another school is an important role. Learn best practices, skills and tips for responding, including a brief review of defusing and debriefing steps, so you can feel confident when you get the call for support. One hour Zoom discussion.

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