Frontline Education

1. DASA Coordinator Refresher- Hudson Falls

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Current DASA Coordinators

Dates: 7/28/2026

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This training is intended to refresh knowledge for Dignity Act Coordinators, Designees and other school team members who are in need of training related to the Dignity for All Student Act. This training will heighten participants' sensitivity to students who are adversely impacted by harassment, bullying and discrimination and immerse them in being agents in proactively creating safe and supportive school environments for all students. Participants will be provided with information on understanding, identifying and reporting incidents; and experiential approaches to addressing human relations concepts including, but not limited to, the eleven protected classes.

2. Buildings & Grounds Annual Training- Free, lunch included

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Buildings & Grounds Staff, Directors of Facilities, Custodial Staff

Dates: 8/5/2026

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This training will include some of the annually required topics as well as practical training to keep employees safe at work and help them maintain safe school facilities. Topics:  Bloodborne Pathogens  Carbon Monoxide Activation  Asbestos Awareness  Lockout Tagout  Bulk Petroleum  Respiratory Protection  Permit-Required Confined Spaces Who should attend:  Director of Facilities  Buildings and Grounds Staff  Custodial Staff  Other Facilities Staff

3. DASA Coordinator Refresher

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Current DASA Coordinators

Dates: 8/6/2026

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This training is intended to refresh knowledge for Dignity Act Coordinators, Designees and other school team members who are in need of training related to the Dignity for All Student Act. This training will heighten participants' sensitivity to students who are adversely impacted by harassment, bullying and discrimination and immerse them in being agents in proactively creating safe and supportive school environments for all students. Participants will be provided with information on understanding, identifying and reporting incidents; and experiential approaches to addressing human relations concepts including, but not limited to, the eleven protected classes.

4. Safety-Care Crisis Prevention Recertification Session

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Dates: 8/7/2026

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This one day, in-person, Safety Care Recertification session is designed for K-12 educators and staff members who previously completed the 3-day Initial Safety-Care Trainer Training program. As a result from attending this session, participants will refresh their knowledge and understanding of strategies to prevent and manage behavioral challenges while also effectively teaching replacement behaviors. By implementing Safety-Care practices consistently, it is likely to result in a more positive reinforcement-based approach, the development of new skills, and fewer restraints.

For any participant that cancels within 30 days of this training will still be responsible for paying 20% of the cost of this training.

QBS follows CDC Guidelines and local and facility mandates regarding infection control precautions.

5. Child Abuse Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Those seeking Certification

Dates: 8/10/2026

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This online course will teach participants to report any suspected child abuse or maltreatment. In New York State, specific professionals are "mandated" by law to report cases of suspected child abuse and maltreatment. Participants will fulfill requirements mandated in the New York State Education Department Education Law Title VIII Article 130 Sub article 2 §6507 Administration by the Education Department Paragraph 3(a). This training is approved by NYS Office of Teaching Initiatives.
The training is 2 hours and the cost is $40.

6. High Leverage Instructional Practices for the Inclusive Classroom: Scaffolding

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: Administrators, Teachers, Related Service Providers, TAs and Staff

Dates: 8/11/2026

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This one hour, asynchronous workshop is designed to support K-12 administrators and educators with the high leverage instructional practice of scaffolding to strengthen their inclusive classroom. As a result of completing this course, participants will: *Understand what scaffolding is and how it supports students of various backgrounds *Reflect on current practices used for scaffolding instruction *Explore effective strategies for scaffolding instruction and plan for ways to implement those strategies The link for this asynchronous course will be emailed to registered participants who sign up on or before August 11, 2026. Participants will have 29 days to complete this Nearpod session.

7. DASA Certification Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Those seeking certicification

Dates: 8/12/2026 to 8/13/2026

Individuals must complete the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) training workshop for educator certification in New York State. The training addresses harassment, bullying, and discrimination prevention and intervention in schools. The length of the training is at least six clock hours and the cost is $100.
The goals of this workshop are to:
Understand the intent components, and operational definitions of the Dignity Act
Develop sensitivity to the experience of specific student populations
Understand how school climate and culture have an impact on student achievement and behavior
Understand bullying, harassment and discrimination, including indicators, early warning signs, prevention and intervention and how to interact with families of victims and aggressors
Understand diversity and multi-cultural environments and examining your own biases.
This online workshop meets the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) training requirement of the NYS Education Department for state certification.

8. Portrait of a Graduate (POG) Strategic Planning: Empowering Schools to Define & Deliver Student Success

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Superintendents, District Leaders, School Leaders, and District Leadership Team Members

Dates: 8/14/2026

This interactive, strategic planning session will provide district and school leadership teams the opportunity to define their shared vision of student success that is tailored to serve the unique needs of their school communities. This session supports implementation actions for NYS Inspires Transformation One - Adopt the NYS Portrait of a Graduate. This is a repeat session for leaders and leadership team members that were unable to attend the July 20th session. As a result of attending this session, leaders will: 1) Engage in a deep-dive of the NYS Portrait of a Graduate framework 2) Develop a shared understanding of essential student attributes 3) Develop a localized definition of graduate competencies 4) Identify current institutional strengths & gaps within their school district 5) Develop a customized & actionable vision for their district's implementation plan.

9. Lead Evaluator of Principals-Annual Refresher-Asynchronous Session

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: District Administrators that are Lead Evaluators of Principals

Dates: 8/17/2026

This refresher is designed for current lead evaluators of principals who are seeking to fulfill annual training requirements for updates and annual recertification/renewal as a Lead Evaluator of Principals in accordance with their district APPR plans. Activities are aligned to the nine required training components. This Annual REFRESHER session will only provide recertification as Lead Evaluator of Principals. Attendees who have never been initially certified as a Lead Evaluator of Principals in prior school years must attend the Initial Lead Evaluator of Teachers 3 Part Series if they have never been appointed as a Lead Evaluator of Teachers previously and then attend a 1 day Initial Lead Evaluator of Principals to fulfill district APPR requirements for Lead Evaluators of Principals. Attendees who have been previously certified as Lead Evaluator of Teachers in prior roles only need to have completed the 1 day Initial for Lead Evaluators of Principals. Contact Cecilia Dansereau-Rumley with questions or to determine if this is the right session for you.

10. Lead Evaluator of Teachers-Annual Refresher- Asynchronous Session

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: K-12 District and School Administrators with Evaluation Responsiblities

Dates: 8/17/2026

This refresher course is designed for current lead evaluators of teachers who are seeking to fulfill annual training requirements for updates and annual recertification/renewal as a Lead Evaluator of Teachers in accordance with their district APPR plans. Activities are aligned to the nine required training components. This Annual REFRESHER Session will only provide recertification as Lead Evaluator of Teachers. Attendees who have never been initially certified as a Lead Evaluator of Teachers in prior school years must attend the Initial 3 Part Series to fulfill district APPR requirements for Lead Evaluators. Contact Cecilia Dansereau-Rumley with questions or to determine if this is the right session for you. This is a self- paced course from 08/17/2026-09/30/2026. Participants must complete all parts of the sessions during this window to receive credit.

11. Lead Evaluator of Teachers Annual Refresher - In Person

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Dates: 8/17/2026

This refresher course is designed for current lead evaluators of teachers who are seeking to fulfill 2025-26 annual training requirements for updates and annual recertification/renewal as a Lead Evaluator of Teachers in accordance with their district APPR plans. Activities are aligned to the nine required training components. This Annual REFRESHER Session will only provide recertification as a Lead Evaluator of Teachers. Attendees who have never been initially certified as a Lead Evaluator of Teachers in prior school years must attend the Initial 3 Part Series to fulfill district APPR requirements for Lead Evaluators. Contact Cecilia Dansereau-Rumley with questions or to determine if this is the right session for you.

12. Bot Borrowers: Summer Training on Robotics Loaning Program

Program: Model Schools Program

Dates: 8/18/2026

Ready to bring some high-tech excitement into your classroom next year? Join us for this hands-on summer workshop designed to get you completely comfortable with the robots available in our loaning program! In this session, you will get up close and personal with our entire robotic fleet. You'll learn how they work, explore grade-level appropriate lesson ideas, and test them out yourself. Best of all, we will wrap up the workshop by opening up the scheduling calendar, giving you the exclusive opportunity to reserve and lock in your robot borrowing dates for the upcoming Fall school year before the rush begins. Don't miss out on securing the perfect tech tools for your future students!

13. Introduction to MTSS-I: Building a Foundation for Sustainable Multi-Tiered Support Systems-Integrated

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: Administrators, Intervention Coordinators/Instructors, K-12 Teachers

Dates: 8/18/2026

This half day workshop provides educators with a comprehensive introduction to Multi-Tiered Systems of Supports Integrated (MTSS-I)-a data-driven, proactive framework designed to improve academic and behavioral outcomes for all students. As a result of attending this session, participants will explore the foundational principles of MTSS-I, understand the three-tier model, examine research-based interventions, and develop practical action steps for launching implementation in their schools. This session prepares teams to move from planning to action, ensuring readiness for rollout and classroom application.

14. Z Space Training

Program: Model Schools Program

Dates: 8/19/2026

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Training for those that have a Z Space device.

15. Literacy Strategies for All!

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: Teachers in grades 2-12, Instructional Leaders and Administrators

Dates: 8/19/2026

This in-person session is designed for intermediate, middle, and high school content-area teachers. This workshop explores practical literacy strategies grounded in the Science of Reading and aligned with New York State literacy briefs. Participants will build an understanding of how disciplinary literacy supports student comprehension across subject areas, with a particular focus on content-specific vocabulary, morphology, and language structures. We will share strategies and tools to strengthen reading comprehension and academic language development in their content areas.

16. DASA Coordinator Refresher

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Current DASA Coordinators

Dates: 8/19/2026

This training is intended to refresh knowledge for Dignity Act Coordinators, Designees and other school team members who are in need of training related to the Dignity for All Student Act. This training will heighten participants' sensitivity to students who are adversely impacted by harassment, bullying and discrimination and immerse them in being agents in proactively creating safe and supportive school environments for all students. Participants will be provided with information on understanding, identifying and reporting incidents; and experiential approaches to addressing human relations concepts including, but not limited to, the eleven protected classes.

17. IGNITE Professional Learning Series

Program: School Development Services

Audience: New or slightly new CTE teachers

Dates: 8/19/2026 to 4/30/2027

CTE New Teacher Training-ACTEA Zone 3 is offering a new CTE teacher orientation and training. The training will cover instructional strategies for planning curriculum, lesson planning, classroom management and grading for new or slightly new CTE teachers.Instruction,Guidance, Networking, Industry-Aligned, Teaching strategies, Evaluation

18. Lead Evaluator of Teachers-Initial Course Part I, Part 2 and Part 3 Series - In Person

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: District & School Administrators that are Lead Evaluators of Teachers

Dates: 8/21/2026 to 8/28/2026

This three part professional development course is designed for new Lead Evaluators of Teachers who are seeking to fulfill initial qualification requirements necessary for district certification as a Lead Evaluator of Teachers in accordance with their APPR plans. The nine training components will be addressed throughout the three part series. Additional resources will be provided for continued individual practice and skill development. Participation in the Initial Qualification Course will fulfill initial qualification requirements in order to become district certified as a Lead Evaluator of Teachers after completion of all 3 sessions. Contact Cecilia Dansereau-Rumley with questions or to determine if this session is the right session for you.

19. Spotlight on New Books

Program: School Library Services

Audience: School Librarians

Dates: 8/25/2026

In this in-person session for school librarians, we will hear from elementary librarian Stacey Rattner and high school librarian Alicia Abdul, who will spotlight book titles for students at all levels. Combining their love of literature with practical discussions on reading in and out of school, participants will also leave with a booklist in addition to ideas for activities and events. Please register no later than August 11, 2026.

20. Google Basics for Office Staff

Program: Model Schools Program

Dates: 8/25/2026

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Come join this training to learn the basics of Gmail, Drive, Docs, Sheets and Gemini. This training is for office staff.

21. TLC Catalog for New or new-to-TLC librarians and library staff

Program: School Library Services

Audience: WSWHE Librarians and Library support staff using TLC as their automation system

Dates: 8/27/2026

Whether you are brand-new to school libraries, or a seasoned WSWHE librarian new to TLC, this training is designed to give you an overview of the various facets of the robust TLC system. Get the basics in the morning session, and stay for the afternoon to dig further into ILLs and have time to tinker and explore. This session will provide you with tips and practice in various facets of TLC, including: LS2 Staff: checkouts, searches, how users are set up for you LS2 PAC: the public-facing piece of TLC LS2 Cataloging: Adding, editing, removing copies LS2 Reports: Quick overview with the top 3 reports you'll want to use Bring a laptop, a scanner, and a couple of books already in your collection (or a couple of books you want to add!) so that you can practice.

22. TLC refresher and ILL training for WSWHE librarians and library staff

Program: School Library Services

Audience: WSWHE-region Librarians and Library Staff

Dates: 8/27/2026

Looking to get off on the right foot? This in-person training will take participants through the ILL process, from start to finish, provide refresher topics in the various modules of TLC, and give time for practice and Q & A. If you are new to TLC, sign up for the morning session as well to get the basics. Bring a laptop, scanner, and a couple of books from your library to practice.

23. Sora and OverDrive Marketplace Revamp (asynchronous: updated for summer 2026)

Program: School Library Services

Audience: WSWHE region librarians

Dates: 8/28/2026

Sora and OverDrive Marketplace continue to grow and change, which can be overwhelming and confusing. Whether you're a newbie, or just wondering what's new and what's changed, this asynchronous session is for you. We'll take the mystery out of creating assignments, building carts, content access levels, and procedures for ordering in OverDrive Marketplace. Pivot to Sora (the student view) to explore searching, content, notetaking, accessibility features, and how to create shareable lists. Learn how you can utilize this platform to meet the needs of all of your students.

24. Summer Deep Dive into TLC (asynchronous)

Program: School Library Services

Audience: WSWHE area librarians and library staff who use TLC for their daily automation system

Dates: 8/28/2026

Ready to take a deeper dive into TLC and all it can do for you? This asynchronous, interactive session will navigate all modules of the TLC platform. Work at your own pace to learn more about the ins and outs of TLC, streamline quick hacks, and unlock knowledge to tap into areas you haven't discovered yet, like Inventory. Complete course at your own pace by the end date to receive credit.

25. WSWHE SLS Free Resources and Hidden Gems (summer, asynchronous)

Program: School Library Services

Dates: 8/28/2026

No need to reinvent the wheel. Whether you are new to the WSWHE region and wonder what we have to offer...or just want a refresh on where to find all of the things and what is "free" through us, this quick asynchronous session will guide you through what we have and where to locate them. Discover where to find ready-to-use lessons and units to go along with those freebies, as well!

26. Lead Evaluator of Principals-Annual Refresher-Asynchronous Session

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: District Administrators that are Lead Evaluators of Principals

Dates: 9/1/2026

This refresher is designed for current lead evaluators of principals who are seeking to fulfill annual training requirements for updates and annual recertification/renewal as a Lead Evaluator of Principals in accordance with their district APPR plans. Activities are aligned to the nine required training components. This Annual REFRESHER session will only provide recertification as Lead Evaluator of Principals. Attendees who have never been initially certified as a Lead Evaluator of Principals in prior school years must attend the Initial Lead Evaluator of Teachers 3 Part Series if they have never been appointed as a Lead Evaluator of Teachers previously and then attend a 1 day Initial Lead Evaluator of Principals to fulfill district APPR requirements for Lead Evaluators of Principals. Attendees who have been previously certified as Lead Evaluator of Teachers in prior roles only need to have completed the 1 day Initial for Lead Evaluators of Principals. Contact Cecilia Dansereau-Rumley with questions or to determine if this is the right session for you.

27. Lead Evaluator of Teachers-Annual Refresher- Asynchronous Session

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: K-12 District and School Administrators with Evaluation Responsiblities

Dates: 9/1/2026

This refresher course is designed for current lead evaluators of teachers who are seeking to fulfill annual training requirements for updates and annual recertification/renewal as a Lead Evaluator of Teachers in accordance with their district APPR plans. Activities are aligned to the nine required training components. This Annual REFRESHER Session will only provide recertification as Lead Evaluator of Teachers. Attendees who have never been initially certified as a Lead Evaluator of Teachers in prior school years must attend the Initial 3 Part Series to fulfill district APPR requirements for Lead Evaluators. Contact Cecilia Dansereau-Rumley with questions or to determine if this is the right session for you. This is a self- paced course from 09/1/2026-09/30/2026. Participants must complete all parts of the sessions during this window to receive credit.

28. SUMMER Introduction to Sooth.fyi

Program: School Library Services

Audience: K-12 Educators in the WSWHE BOCES Region

Dates: 9/4/2026

This asynchronous session is designed for K-12 educators in the WSWHE BOCES region in order to introduce and develop new skills on the use of the SLS provided resource Sooth.fyi. At the completion of this session, participants will be able to personalize their Sooth.fyi experience, search effectively, and create a collection of research, citations, and lesson plans for use with their students.

Important Note: Access to course materials will close on the designated end date. All required activities must be completed prior to the course end date in order to receive attendance and completion credit.

Email Kerrie Burch (kburch@wswheboces.org) once registered to receive course materials.

29. Getting to Know the ESIFC: a Re-Introduction (ASYNCHRONOUS)

Program: School Library Services

Audience: School Librarians

Dates: 9/4/2026

The reimagined Empire State Information Fluency Continuum was introduced in the Fall of 2019 and then COVID hit a few months later putting the ESIFC on the back burner for many librarians. Now that the state is rolling out the NY Inspires Plan and the Portrait of a Graduate, it's time to dust off that green binder and re-introduce yourself to the ESIFC. In this asynchronous professional development, participants will follow the inquiry cycle to delve into the ESIFC. There will be activities each step of the way and an opportunity for participants to interact with other participants through some of those activities asynchronously. This PD will be open to participants beginning July 1, 2026 through September 4, 2026. All work must be submitted no later than 11:59 pm on September 4th in order to receive credit.

30. Beginners Guide to Google Classroom, Gemini, and More

Program: Model Schools Program

Dates: 9/14/2026

Join for a beginner friendly, hands on workshop designed to introduce you to Google Classroom including the assistive AI elements of Gemini and Notebook LM. Learn how to set up your classrooms, organize your assignments, stream announcements and simplify grading. Explore ai powered planning to infuse UDL, creativity, and social emotional learning into every lesson. Develop ways to differentiate reading, build quizzes and draft emails in seconds. This session is all about the practical workflows that Google Classroom can offer in your classroom. Please bring a device to this session so that you can build along with us.

31. School Librarian Orientation - SLS Mentor Program

Program: School Library Services

Dates: 9/22/2026

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This full day in-person orientation is designed for participants in our SLS Mentor program. It will prepare new school librarians for a successful year. Topics to be covered include: SLS support, online resources, collection development, library program evaluation and goal setting, and advocacy. Participants will be able to confidently begin their work in the school library in their school. Attendance is required for librarians in the SLS Mentor program.

32. NYS Mandated Harassment Prevention Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: School District Staff

Dates: 9/24/2026

This workshop is intended for all school employees, and will address harassment, bullying, and discrimination including, but not limited to, those acts based on a person's actual or perceived race, color, weight, national origin, ethnic group, religion, religious practice, disability, sexual orientation, gender, the status of being transgender, or sex. It will also cover the identification and mitigation of harassment, bullying, and discrimination. Due to regulatory compliance, the BOCES will make contact with districts, when necessary, to obtain the Harassment Policy specific to each district to ensure compliance. Participants should seek the permission of their superintendent to attend this training. Permission is required to attend. The registrant will be sent a link to participate in this session through a virtual platform 24 hours prior to the session date.

33. Model Schools Cohort

Program: Model Schools Program

Dates: 9/29/2026

This is a hybrid Cohort so you can join virtually, or in person. Join our community of innovative educators for a collaborative, hands-on session designed to keep you at the forefront of instructional technology. This year, we are combining our EdTech and STEM cohorts into one inclusive community! Whether you are a STEM teacher, edtech coach, tech enthusiast, computer science teacher, or just eager to learn, you belong here. What We Will Cover: AI & The Portrait of a Graduate: Explore the latest AI developments, guidance, and policies through the lens of student success. EdTech Product Updates & Demos: Get the inside scoop on new features for your favorite tools, featuring exciting live vendor demonstrations. Resource Sharing: Connect with fellow cohort members to swap successful lesson plans, digital templates, and STEM strategies. Cross-District Networking: Dedicated time to collaborate, brainstorm, and build meaningful professional connections across districts. What to Bring: Please bring a digital device and a willingness to share, listen, and collaborate as we kick off another great year of meetings! The schedule includes TeachAid and Portrait of a Graduate in the morning (Time TBD), and a demo from Learning Genie at 1:30 pm. Even if you can't attend in person, you are welcome to join the demos virtually! Just sign up to get the links!

34. New DASA Coordinator Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Current DASA Coordinators

Dates: 9/29/2026

This training is intended to provide initial training for Dignity Act Coordinators, Designees and other school team members who are in need of initial training related to the Dignity for All Student Act. This training will heighten participants' sensitivity to students who are adversely impacted by harassment, bullying and discrimination and immerse them in being agents in proactively creating safe and supportive school environments for all students. Participants will be provided with information on understanding, identifying and reporting incidents; and experiential approaches to addressing human relations concepts including, but not limited to, the eleven protected classes.

35. Lead Evaluator of Principals-Annual Refresher-Asynchronous Session

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: District Administrators that are Lead Evaluators of Principals

Dates: 10/1/2026

This refresher is designed for current lead evaluators of principals who are seeking to fulfill annual training requirements for updates and annual recertification/renewal as a Lead Evaluator of Principals in accordance with their district APPR plans. Activities are aligned to the nine required training components. This Annual REFRESHER session will only provide recertification as Lead Evaluator of Principals. Attendees who have never been initially certified as a Lead Evaluator of Principals in prior school years must attend the Initial Lead Evaluator of Teachers 3 Part Series if they have never been appointed as a Lead Evaluator of Teachers previously and then attend a 1 day Initial Lead Evaluator of Principals to fulfill district APPR requirements for Lead Evaluators of Principals. Attendees who have been previously certified as Lead Evaluator of Teachers in prior roles only need to have completed the 1 day Initial for Lead Evaluators of Principals. Contact Cecilia Dansereau-Rumley with questions or to determine if this is the right session for you.

36. Lead Evaluator of Teachers-Annual Refresher- Asynchronous Session

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: K-12 District and School Administrators with Evaluation Responsiblities

Dates: 10/1/2026

This refresher course is designed for current lead evaluators of teachers who are seeking to fulfill annual training requirements for updates and annual recertification/renewal as a Lead Evaluator of Teachers in accordance with their district APPR plans. Activities are aligned to the nine required training components. This Annual REFRESHER Session will only provide recertification as Lead Evaluator of Teachers. Attendees who have never been initially certified as a Lead Evaluator of Teachers in prior school years must attend the Initial 3 Part Series to fulfill district APPR requirements for Lead Evaluators. Contact Cecilia Dansereau-Rumley with questions or to determine if this is the right session for you. This is a self- paced course from 10/1/2026-10/31/2026. Participants must complete all parts of the sessions during this window to receive credit.

37. Special Education for General Education Administrators

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Education Leaders- WSWHE BOCES Component Districts ONLY

Dates: 10/1/2026

As a general education administrator, you play a crucial role in ensuring every student receives the support they need to succeed. This training is designed to provide practical knowledge and build confidence in supporting special education teams, making informed decisions, and fostering inclusive learning environments where all students can thrive.

Session Objectives/Outcomes:
Participants will:
Become familiar with federal and state laws, regulations, and policies that establish the special education process.
Identify intervention frameworks and instructional supports that impact the special education eligibility process.
Understand administrator responsibilities within the CPSE/CSE and IEP processes.
Learn about Least Restrictive Environment (LRE), specially designed instruction (SDI), classroom observations, and diploma options for students with disabilities.
Identify specific considerations for English language learners (ELLs) with disabilities or those suspected of having disabilities.
Describe discipline-related considerations for students with disabilities.

** A break will be given for lunch. Lunch will be on your own. **

38. Orton Gillingham Plus Training

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: Administrators, teachers

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

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This five day, hybrid, Orton Gillingham Plus training will consist of two days of in-person training and three days of live virtual training. As a result of participating in this five day training, you will be empowered to deliver impactful Structured Literacy instruction from day one.
With a research-based design aligned to the Science of Reading, OG+ offers structured daily lessons, embedded assessments, and a seamless blend of print and digital tools. Educators can begin teaching immediately or deepen their practice through optional professional development.

Participants will receive everything needed to implement foundational literacy success:

-Teacher Guides: Clear, ready-to-use lessons that simplify daily planning
-Interactive Student Workbooks: Engaging activities that build and reinforce key skills
-IMSE LAB: Your all-in-one digital hub for effortless OG+ lesson planning, engaging assessments, and dynamic student learning
-OG+ Fidelity Companion-Structured routines and supports that ensure consistent, IMSE-aligned instruction across classrooms
-EL Supports: Scaffolded instructional tools that make content accessible and effective for English Learners
-Decodable Readers: Reinforces phonics skills and builds student confidence and fluency
-Word-Building Kit: Help students manipulate sounds and strengthen phonemic awareness and encoding skills with their hands-on product

Any changes or cancellations must be made by September 5th, 2026 or your district will be responsible for the full cost of this training.

39. Literacy Strategies for All!

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Teachers in grades 2-12, Instructional Leaders and Administrators

Dates: 10/6/2026

This in-person session is designed for intermediate, middle, and high school content-area teachers. This workshop explores practical literacy strategies grounded in the Science of Reading and aligned with New York State literacy briefs. Participants will build an understanding of how disciplinary literacy supports student comprehension across subject areas, with a particular focus on content-specific vocabulary, morphology, and language structures. We will share strategies and tools to strengthen reading comprehension and academic language development in their content areas.

40. School Library System Council Meeting #1

Program: School Library Services

Audience: WSWHE BOCES SLS Council Members

Dates: 10/8/2026

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One of four required meetings of the SLS Council. Council assists the SLS in its mission as outlined in Commissioner's Regulations 90.18 including creating and monitoring the Plan of Service, and recommending approval of the annual budget and the annual report. Updates are also provided to Council members at each meeting.

41. The Early Learning Regional Group For WSWHE Pre-K Educators

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: Pre-K Educators within the WSWHE Component Districts

Dates: 10/16/2026

In this in-person session is a series of events. Participants will collaborate as a Regional Group to develop and enrich curriculums, enhance resources and collectively build a Repository for our region while continuing to ensure lessons are aligned to NYS Learning Standards. It is not required that you need to attend all the series to attend each of our sessions. Lunch will be on your own.

42. AI Meets The Portrait: Google Tools for Tomorrow's Learners

Program: Model Schools Program

Dates: 10/20/2026

Discover how Google AI tools can transform your curriculum while supporting the NY Inspires Portrait of a Graduate competencies. In this hands-on professional learning session, educators will explore Gemini, Canvas, and NotebookLM to enhance existing unit plans, streamline lesson design, and create engaging, student-centered learning experiences. Participants will leave with practical strategies, AI-powered resources, and a redesigned unit that intentionally develops the knowledge, skills, and dispositions outlined in the NY Inspires Portrait of a Graduate framework

43. LETRS Cohort 3: Units 5-8 (26-27 SY)

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: Administrators, Teachers

Dates: 10/21/2026 to 5/19/2027

The LETRS® (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) Suite is professional learning that provides educators and administrators with deep knowledge to be literacy and language experts in the science of reading. Developed by renowned literacy experts Dr. Louisa Moats, Dr. Carol Tolman, and Dr. Lucy Hart Paulson, it is a flexible literacy professional learning solution for educators and administrators. LETRS teaches the skills needed to master the fundamentals of reading instruction-phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, writing, and language.

44. SLS GENERAL MEMBERSHIP - Communication Coordinator Meeting #1

Program: School Library Services

Audience: School Librarians in the WSWHE BOCES Region

Dates: 10/22/2026

New

This in-person, full day session is designed for PreK-12 school librarians in the WSWHE BOCES region in order to continue to strengthen the school library programs in the region. Participants will be able to use the knowledge gained during the session to prioritize district goals within their annual library goals in order to complete the member plan as required by NYSED. Participants will receive updates from the SLS, work with the NYSED Portrait of a Graduate, and trends in the profession. ALL School librarians are encouraged to attend. One of at least four meetings for SLS Communication Coordinators as mandated by NY State Education Law 90.18. Communication coordinators are updated on topics relevant to the profession such as changes in curriculum, technology, and the Information Fluency Continuum. Professional Development is provided on current issues. Information is disseminated to district librarians after each meeting.

45. NYS Mandated Harassment Prevention Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: School District Staff

Dates: 10/22/2026

This workshop is intended for all school employees, and will address harassment, bullying, and discrimination including, but not limited to, those acts based on a person's actual or perceived race, color, weight, national origin, ethnic group, religion, religious practice, disability, sexual orientation, gender, the status of being transgender, or sex. It will also cover the identification and mitigation of harassment, bullying, and discrimination. Due to regulatory compliance, the BOCES will make contact with districts, when necessary, to obtain the Harassment Policy specific to each district to ensure compliance. Participants should seek the permission of their superintendent to attend this training. Permission is required to attend. The registrant will be sent a link to participate in this session through a virtual platform 24 hours prior to the session date.

46. Pathways to Leadership 2026 - 2027: Kick Off Session

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: Teachers and PPS or Related Service Professionals (Guidance Counselors, CSE Chairs, Speech Therapists, School Psychologists, etc.)

Dates: 10/26/2026

The Pathways to Leadership Collaboration exists to address a number of issues in educational leadership. Primarily, we are attempting to address both the shortage and quality of candidates for formal leadership roles. We exist to honor both the importance of quality leadership and its effect on student success. We believe we can play a role in the many stages of a leader's journey - raising up our leaders within and from the teaching ranks, encouraging the entry to leadership, honoring the complexity of leadership in education, operating with an eye to future advancement and succession planning, and finally, creating a forum where current leaders can pay it forward to the next generation. This registration is for the Kick-Off Session and will secure your place in the cohort. Additional registration instructions will be provided as soon as dates have been finalized for the 4 learning sessions (between Nov 1, 2026 - April 1, 2027) and closing ceremony (April 27, 2027). Participants must be available to participate in all learning components in order to receive credit for the cohort learning series. Learning Session Topics will include: What is the Work of Leadership? What Does the Work Look Like, Today & Tomorrow? Who Does the Work with Me? What are the Structures, Supports, and Resources for Getting the Work Done? Participants will receive a $500 stipend to participate. Participants must have District Administrator permission to participate. Final confirmation of registration will be sent to registrants once district approval is received.

47. Pathways to Leadership 2026-2027: Cohort Learning Series

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: Teachers and Related Service Professionals (Guidance Counselors, CSE Chairs etc.)

Dates: 10/31/2026 to 4/26/2027

The Pathways to Leadership Collaboration exists to address a number of issues in educational leadership. Primarily, we are attempting to address both the shortage and quality of candidates for formal leadership roles. We exist to honor both the importance of quality leadership and its effect on student success. We believe we can play a role in the many stages of a leader's journey - raising up our leaders within and from the teaching ranks, encouraging the entry to leadership, honoring the complexity of leadership in education, operating with an eye to future advancement and succession planning, and finally, creating a forum where current leaders can pay it forward to the next generation. Concurrent Registration is required w/ the Pathways to Leadership 2025-2026 Kick Off Session. Session Topics will include: What is the Work of Leadership? What Does the Work Look Like, Today & Tomorrow? Who Does the Work with Me? What are the Structures, Supports, and Resources for Getting the Work Done? Participants will receive a $500 stipend to participate. Participants must have District Administrator permission to participate. Final confirmation of registration will be sent to registrants once district approval is received.

48. Laboratory Chemical Hygiene Officer Training - In Person

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Safety & Health Designees, Safety Professionals, Admin, Chemical Hygiene Officers, Science Dept. Chairpersons & Curriculum Coordinators

Dates: 11/9/2026

This program is designed to provide attendees with an understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Administration's and the requirements for laboratory chemical hygiene. The requirements of OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1450 will be discussed, as well as the implementation of a chemical hygiene program from a practical standpoint. Topics will include:
• A review of laboratory hazards
• A review of the regulations and duties of a Chemical Hygiene Officer
• Chemical use, storage, personal protective equipment
• Written programming, inventories and disposal requirements
• Student safety contract
• Challenges of program implementation
• A review of updated OSHA guidance on safe operations and roles of chemical hygiene officers and others in laboratories Who should attend? Safety and Health Designees, Safety Professionals, Administrators, Chemical Hygiene Officers, Science Department Chairpersons, and Science Department Curriculum Coordinators.

49. The AI Collaborative: Practical AI for the Classroom & Library (K-5)

Program: School Library Services

Audience: All educators

Dates: 11/12/2026

New

Empower your practice. Spark student creativity. Join the conversation.

Artificial intelligence is changing the way students learn, research, and create. The AI Collaborative is an interactive, half-day session designed specifically for instructional staff who work directly with students.

Together, we'll discuss how AI tools are currently being used in schools, share proven classroom strategies, and talk through the policies and guidelines needed to navigate AI safely and ethically with students.

What to Expect:

Lesson Sharing: Participants will share innovative lessons, activities, and research projects that integrate AI to boost student engagement and critical thinking.

Policy & Guidance: Consider and discuss essential topics around responsible AI use, digital literacy, academic integrity, and practical guidelines for student safety.

Peer Collaboration: Connect with fellow educators to exchange ideas, talk through common challenges, and trade success stories.

Whether you're an early adopter already using AI in your lessons or just looking for thoughtful ways to guide your students through this new digital landscape, your voice and experience belong at the table. Bring your ideas, your questions, and a lesson or activity you'd like to share or workshop!

50. The AI Collaborative: Practical AI for the Classroom & Library (6-12)

Program: School Library Services

Audience: All educators

Dates: 11/12/2026

New

Empower your practice. Spark student creativity. Join the conversation.

Artificial intelligence is changing the way students learn, research, and create. The AI Collaborative is an interactive, half-day session designed specifically for instructional staff who work directly with students.

Together, we'll discuss how AI tools are currently being used in schools, share proven classroom strategies, and talk through the policies and guidelines needed to navigate AI safely and ethically with students.

What to Expect:

Lesson Sharing: Participants will share innovative lessons, activities, and research projects that integrate AI to boost student engagement and critical thinking.

Policy & Guidance: Consider and discuss essential topics around responsible AI use, digital literacy, academic integrity, and practical guidelines for student safety.

Peer Collaboration: Connect with fellow educators to exchange ideas, talk through common challenges, and trade success stories.

Whether you're an early adopter already using AI in your lessons or just looking for thoughtful ways to guide your students through this new digital landscape, your voice and experience belong at the table. Bring your ideas, your questions, and a lesson or activity you'd like to share or workshop!

51. Morphology Plus Training

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: Administrators, teachers

Dates: 11/16/2026 to 12/15/2026

New

This five day, hybrid, Morphology and word study curriculum training will consist of two in-person professional development sessions and three live virtual sessions. Morphology+ is a Structured Literacy program that equips educators to teach morphology, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension using practical, research-based tools. As a result from participating in this training, educators can begin teaching right away with the included materials or choose to enhance their practice with professional development, supporting high-impact instruction across all classroom settings and tiers of intervention.

This training provides everything teachers need for literacy success:

-Teacher Guides: Structured routines, morpheme notes, word lists, and flexible weekly plans to effective, research-based instruction
-Morphology Plus Training Manual: Your essential guide to structured morphology instruction--detailed and research-based
-Student Passages: Skill-aligned texts that build fluency, reinforce comprehension, and spiral prior learning
-M+Lab: Now launching in IMSE LAB with early access to the Lesson Library and Implementation Hub for targeted support
-The Comprehension Blueprint by Nancy Hennessy: A cornerstone resource to help you build skilled, strategic readers with deep understanding
-The Vocabulary Handbook by Linda Diamond and Linda Gutlohn: Practical tools for teaching robust vocabulary--critical for comprehension and academic success
-IMSE Morpheme Card Pack: Hands-on learning meets structured review with durable color-coded morpheme cards

Any changes or cancellations need to be made by Friday, October 16th or the district will be responsible for the full cost.

52. New York State Alternate Assessment Training 2026-2027 - NEW TEACHERS ONLY

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Test Administrators

Dates: 11/18/2026

New Test administrators must successfully complete the four modules of the training with a passing score on each module's post-test before creating student accounts before testing begins. Modules must be completed in order. Participants should bring laptops or tablets in order to access the training site and to complete each test module at the end of the training day.

Prior to Training KITE Student Portal must be installed on the device brought to training to ensure you will be able to complete the training. Activate your Kite account to ensure accessibility at training day. The email address from which the message is sent from kite-support@ku.edu The subject line of the email is: "Activate your Account for KITE Assessment Administration" These emails may be going to SPAM or junk folders or may be blocked by district email filters. **If you do not receive this email from KITE, please contact your District Data/Test Coordinator.

53. NYS Mandated Harassment Prevention Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: School District Staff

Dates: 11/19/2026

This workshop is intended for all school employees, and will address harassment, bullying, and discrimination including, but not limited to, those acts based on a person's actual or perceived race, color, weight, national origin, ethnic group, religion, religious practice, disability, sexual orientation, gender, the status of being transgender, or sex. It will also cover the identification and mitigation of harassment, bullying, and discrimination. Due to regulatory compliance, the BOCES will make contact with districts, when necessary, to obtain the Harassment Policy specific to each district to ensure compliance. Participants should seek the permission of their superintendent to attend this training. Permission is required to attend. The registrant will be sent a link to participate in this session through a virtual platform 24 hours prior to the session date.

54. DASA Certification Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Those seeking certification

Dates: 12/1/2026 to 12/2/2026

Individuals must complete the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) training workshop for educator certification in New York State. The training addresses harassment, bullying, and discrimination prevention and intervention in schools. The length of the training is at least six clock hours and the cost is $100.
The goals of this workshop are to:
Understand the intent components, and operational definitions of the Dignity Act
Develop sensitivity to the experience of specific student populations
Understand how school climate and culture have an impact on student achievement and behavior
Understand bullying, harassment and discrimination, including indicators, early warning signs, prevention and intervention and how to interact with families of victims and aggressors
Understand diversity and multi-cultural environments and examining your own biases.
This online workshop meets the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) training requirement of the NYS Education Department for state certification.

55. Child Abuse Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Those seeking Certification

Dates: 12/7/2026

This online course will teach participants to report any suspected child abuse or maltreatment. In New York State, specific professionals are "mandated" by law to report cases of suspected child abuse and maltreatment. Participants will fulfill requirements mandated in the New York State Education Department Education Law Title VIII Article 130 Sub article 2 §6507 Administration by the Education Department Paragraph 3(a). This training is approved by NYS Office of Teaching Initiatives.
The training is 2 hours and the cost is $40.

56. New York State Alternate Assessment Training 2026-2027 - RETURNING TEACHERS ONLY

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Test Administartors

Dates: 12/8/2026

Returning Test Administrators may complete the facilitated training on their own at their site. Training is required for all educators who are RETURNING to administer Dynamic Learning Maps Alternate Assessment in 2024-2025. The training at BOCES is a group facilitated training. Participants should bring laptops or tablets loaded with the Kite Student Portal in order to access the training site and to complete each section of the checklist. Please note Kite Client from previous years MUST be removed prior to installing Kite Student Portal. Please also bring earbuds or headphones for this training.

57. New York State Alternate Assessment Training 2026-2027 - RETURNING TEACHERS ONLY

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Test Administartors

Dates: 12/8/2026

Returning Test Administrators may complete the facilitated training on their own at their site. Training is required for all educators who are RETURNING to administer Dynamic Learning Maps Alternate Assessment in 2024-2025. The training at BOCES is a group facilitated training. Participants should bring laptops or tablets loaded with the Kite Student Portal in order to access the training site and to complete each section of the checklist. Please note Kite Client from previous years MUST be removed prior to installing Kite Student Portal. Please also bring earbuds or headphones for this training.

58. School Violence Certification Training

Program: School Development Services

Dates: 12/8/2026

Project S.A.V.E. is a two-hour course that is required for certification of professionals who work in the schools in New York State. It was developed as a response to the ever-increasing violence in our schools. This workshop will provide school personnel with awareness of violence prevention and intervention skills and techniques that they can use.
The training is 2 hours and the cost is $40.

59. New York State Alternate Assessment Training 2026-2027 - NEW TEACHERS ONLY

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Test Administrators

Dates: 12/16/2026

New Test administrators must successfully complete the four modules of the training with a passing score on each module's post-test before creating student accounts before testing begins. Modules must be completed in order. Participants should bring laptops or tablets in order to access the training site and to complete each test module at the end of the training day.

Prior to Training KITE Student Portal must be installed on the device brought to training to ensure you will be able to complete the training. Activate your Kite account to ensure accessibility at training day. The email address from which the message is sent from kite-support@ku.edu The subject line of the email is: "Activate your Account for KITE Assessment Administration" These emails may be going to SPAM or junk folders or may be blocked by district email filters. **If you do not receive this email from KITE, please contact your District Data/Test Coordinator.

60. NYS Mandated Harassment Prevention Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: School District Staff

Dates: 12/17/2026

This workshop is intended for all school employees, and will address harassment, bullying, and discrimination including, but not limited to, those acts based on a person's actual or perceived race, color, weight, national origin, ethnic group, religion, religious practice, disability, sexual orientation, gender, the status of being transgender, or sex. It will also cover the identification and mitigation of harassment, bullying, and discrimination. Due to regulatory compliance, the BOCES will make contact with districts, when necessary, to obtain the Harassment Policy specific to each district to ensure compliance. Participants should seek the permission of their superintendent to attend this training. Permission is required to attend. The registrant will be sent a link to participate in this session through a virtual platform 24 hours prior to the session date.

61. Communication Coordinator Meeting #2 - SHOWCASE OF EXCELLENCE

Program: School Library Services

Audience: School Librarians in the WSWHE BOCES Region

Dates: 1/13/2027

One of four SLS Communications Coordinators as mandated in NY State Education Law 90.18. Communications Coordinators are updated on topics such as NY State Education updates, technology, and Information Fluency Skills. Professional development is provided on current issues. Information is brought back to other librarians in their districts.

ALL school librarians are welcome to attend.

This meeting will be our Annual Showcase of Excellence, where school librarians share programs, lessons, and projects from their libraries. It will be held at Capital Region BOCES SLS with librarians from HFM BOCES SLS and WSWHE BOCES SLS. SNOW DATE IS JANUARY 25, 2027

62. NYS Mandated Harassment Prevention Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: School District Staff

Dates: 1/21/2027

This workshop is intended for all school employees, and will address harassment, bullying, and discrimination including, but not limited to, those acts based on a person's actual or perceived race, color, weight, national origin, ethnic group, religion, religious practice, disability, sexual orientation, gender, the status of being transgender, or sex. It will also cover the identification and mitigation of harassment, bullying, and discrimination. Due to regulatory compliance, the BOCES will make contact with districts, when necessary, to obtain the Harassment Policy specific to each district to ensure compliance. Participants should seek the permission of their superintendent to attend this training. Permission is required to attend. The registrant will be sent a link to participate in this session through a virtual platform 24 hours prior to the session date.

63. The Early Learning Regional Group For WSWHE Pre-K Educators

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: Pre-K Educators within the WSWHE Component Districts

Dates: 2/3/2027

In this in-person session is a series of events. Participants will collaborate as a Regional Group to develop and enrich curriculums, enhance resources and collectively build a Repository for our region while continuing to ensure lessons are aligned to NYS Learning Standards. It is not required that you need to attend all the series to attend each of our sessions. Lunch will be on your own.

64. NYS Mandated Harassment Prevention Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: School District Staff

Dates: 2/18/2027

This workshop is intended for all school employees, and will address harassment, bullying, and discrimination including, but not limited to, those acts based on a person's actual or perceived race, color, weight, national origin, ethnic group, religion, religious practice, disability, sexual orientation, gender, the status of being transgender, or sex. It will also cover the identification and mitigation of harassment, bullying, and discrimination. Due to regulatory compliance, the BOCES will make contact with districts, when necessary, to obtain the Harassment Policy specific to each district to ensure compliance. Participants should seek the permission of their superintendent to attend this training. Permission is required to attend. The registrant will be sent a link to participate in this session through a virtual platform 24 hours prior to the session date.

65. Child Abuse Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Those seeking Certification

Dates: 3/1/2027

This online course will teach participants to report any suspected child abuse or maltreatment. In New York State, specific professionals are "mandated" by law to report cases of suspected child abuse and maltreatment. Participants will fulfill requirements mandated in the New York State Education Department Education Law Title VIII Article 130 Sub article 2 §6507 Administration by the Education Department Paragraph 3(a). This training is approved by NYS Office of Teaching Initiatives.
The training is 2 hours and the cost is $40.

66. School Violence Certification Training

Program: School Development Services

Dates: 3/2/2027

Project S.A.V.E. is a two-hour course that is required for certification of professionals who work in the schools in New York State. It was developed as a response to the ever-increasing violence in our schools. This workshop will provide school personnel with awareness of violence prevention and intervention skills and techniques that they can use.
The training is 2 hours and the cost is $40.

67. DASA Certification Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Those seeking certification

Dates: 3/8/2027 to 3/9/2027

Individuals must complete the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) training workshop for educator certification in New York State. The training addresses harassment, bullying, and discrimination prevention and intervention in schools. The length of the training is at least six clock hours and the cost is $100.
The goals of this workshop are to:
Understand the intent components, and operational definitions of the Dignity Act
Develop sensitivity to the experience of specific student populations
Understand how school climate and culture have an impact on student achievement and behavior
Understand bullying, harassment and discrimination, including indicators, early warning signs, prevention and intervention and how to interact with families of victims and aggressors
Understand diversity and multi-cultural environments and examining your own biases.
This online workshop meets the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) training requirement of the NYS Education Department for state certification.

68. NYS Mandated Harassment Prevention Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: School District Staff

Dates: 3/25/2027

This workshop is intended for all school employees, and will address harassment, bullying, and discrimination including, but not limited to, those acts based on a person's actual or perceived race, color, weight, national origin, ethnic group, religion, religious practice, disability, sexual orientation, gender, the status of being transgender, or sex. It will also cover the identification and mitigation of harassment, bullying, and discrimination. Due to regulatory compliance, the BOCES will make contact with districts, when necessary, to obtain the Harassment Policy specific to each district to ensure compliance. Participants should seek the permission of their superintendent to attend this training. Permission is required to attend. The registrant will be sent a link to participate in this session through a virtual platform 24 hours prior to the session date.

69. School Library System Communication Coordinator Meeting #3

Program: School Library Services

Audience: School Librarians in the WSWHE BOCES Region

Dates: 4/13/2027

New

One of at least four meetings for SLS Communication Coordinators as mandated by NY State Education Law 90.18. Communication coordinators are updated on topics relevant to the profession such as changes in curriculum, technology, and the Information Fluency Continuum. Professional Development is provided on current issues. Information is disseminated to district librarians after each meeting.

All school librarians are welcome.

70. The Early Learning Regional Group For WSWHE Pre-K Educators

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: Pre-K Educators within the WSWHE Component Districts

Dates: 4/19/2027

In this in-person session is a series of events. Participants will collaborate as a Regional Group to develop and enrich curriculums, enhance resources and collectively build a Repository for our region while continuing to ensure lessons are aligned to NYS Learning Standards. It is not required that you need to attend all the series to attend each of our sessions. Lunch will be on your own.

71. NYS Mandated Harassment Prevention Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: School District Staff

Dates: 4/22/2027

This workshop is intended for all school employees, and will address harassment, bullying, and discrimination including, but not limited to, those acts based on a person's actual or perceived race, color, weight, national origin, ethnic group, religion, religious practice, disability, sexual orientation, gender, the status of being transgender, or sex. It will also cover the identification and mitigation of harassment, bullying, and discrimination. Due to regulatory compliance, the BOCES will make contact with districts, when necessary, to obtain the Harassment Policy specific to each district to ensure compliance. Participants should seek the permission of their superintendent to attend this training. Permission is required to attend. The registrant will be sent a link to participate in this session through a virtual platform 24 hours prior to the session date.

72. School Library System Communication Coordinator Meeting #4

Program: School Library Services

Audience: School Librarians in the WSWHE BOCES Region

Dates: 5/13/2027

New

One of at least four meetings for SLS Communication Coordinators as mandated by NY State Education Law 90.18. Communication coordinators are updated on topics relevant to the profession such as changes in curriculum, technology, and the Information Fluency Continuum. Professional Development is provided on current issues. Information is disseminated to district librarians after each meeting.

All school librarians are welcome.

73. NYS Mandated Harassment Prevention Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: School District Staff

Dates: 5/20/2027

This workshop is intended for all school employees, and will address harassment, bullying, and discrimination including, but not limited to, those acts based on a person's actual or perceived race, color, weight, national origin, ethnic group, religion, religious practice, disability, sexual orientation, gender, the status of being transgender, or sex. It will also cover the identification and mitigation of harassment, bullying, and discrimination. Due to regulatory compliance, the BOCES will make contact with districts, when necessary, to obtain the Harassment Policy specific to each district to ensure compliance. Participants should seek the permission of their superintendent to attend this training. Permission is required to attend. The registrant will be sent a link to participate in this session through a virtual platform 24 hours prior to the session date.

74. School Violence Certification Training

Program: School Development Services

Dates: 6/1/2027

Project S.A.V.E. is a two-hour course that is required for certification of professionals who work in the schools in New York State. It was developed as a response to the ever-increasing violence in our schools. This workshop will provide school personnel with awareness of violence prevention and intervention skills and techniques that they can use.
The training is 2 hours and the cost is $40.

75. Child Abuse Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Those seeking Certification

Dates: 6/2/2027

This online course will teach participants to report any suspected child abuse or maltreatment. In New York State, specific professionals are "mandated" by law to report cases of suspected child abuse and maltreatment. Participants will fulfill requirements mandated in the New York State Education Department Education Law Title VIII Article 130 Sub article 2 §6507 Administration by the Education Department Paragraph 3(a). This training is approved by NYS Office of Teaching Initiatives.
The training is 2 hours and the cost is $40.

76. *COPY OF DASA Certification Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Those seeking certification

Dates: 6/7/2027 to 6/8/2027

Individuals must complete the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) training workshop for educator certification in New York State. The training addresses harassment, bullying, and discrimination prevention and intervention in schools. The length of the training is at least six clock hours and the cost is $100.
The goals of this workshop are to:
Understand the intent components, and operational definitions of the Dignity Act
Develop sensitivity to the experience of specific student populations
Understand how school climate and culture have an impact on student achievement and behavior
Understand bullying, harassment and discrimination, including indicators, early warning signs, prevention and intervention and how to interact with families of victims and aggressors
Understand diversity and multi-cultural environments and examining your own biases.
This online workshop meets the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) training requirement of the NYS Education Department for state certification.

77. DASA Certification Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Those seeking certification

Dates: 6/7/2027 to 6/8/2027

Individuals must complete the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) training workshop for educator certification in New York State. The training addresses harassment, bullying, and discrimination prevention and intervention in schools. The length of the training is at least six clock hours and the cost is $100.
The goals of this workshop are to:
Understand the intent components, and operational definitions of the Dignity Act
Develop sensitivity to the experience of specific student populations
Understand how school climate and culture have an impact on student achievement and behavior
Understand bullying, harassment and discrimination, including indicators, early warning signs, prevention and intervention and how to interact with families of victims and aggressors
Understand diversity and multi-cultural environments and examining your own biases.
This online workshop meets the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) training requirement of the NYS Education Department for state certification.

78. NYS Mandated Harassment Prevention Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: School District Staff

Dates: 6/24/2027

This workshop is intended for all school employees, and will address harassment, bullying, and discrimination including, but not limited to, those acts based on a person's actual or perceived race, color, weight, national origin, ethnic group, religion, religious practice, disability, sexual orientation, gender, the status of being transgender, or sex. It will also cover the identification and mitigation of harassment, bullying, and discrimination. Due to regulatory compliance, the BOCES will make contact with districts, when necessary, to obtain the Harassment Policy specific to each district to ensure compliance. Participants should seek the permission of their superintendent to attend this training. Permission is required to attend. The registrant will be sent a link to participate in this session through a virtual platform 24 hours prior to the session date.

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