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1. Teacher Network - Art- C. Shelley, Facilitator

Program: Online In-service Courses

Audience: Educators

Dates: 10/22/2024 to 5/30/2025

Our start date will be Tuesday, Oct 22nd from 3:15 - 4:15 PM Some topics we would love to discuss are TAB and choice based classrooms, other duties of the art teacher including scenic design and art club moderator, absence lesson planning share, supply ordering, parent communication, working with the PTA...And the list goes on.

2. Teacher Network - Teachers of the Deaf- Cara DeMartin, Facilitator

Program: Online In-service Courses

Audience: Educators

Dates: 10/23/2024 to 5/30/2025

First session will be October 23 from 3:30 - 4:30pm Some topics of discussion will be: -Social Emotional Needs of Deaf Students. -Effective communication between Teachers of the Deaf and school staff -Creating independence for deaf/hard-of-hearing students -Meaningful accommodations and modifications for deaf students

3. Essential Habits for Boosting Productivity and Beating Burnout - Online Only - K. Holzweiss

Program: Online In-service Courses

Audience: Educators

Dates: 10/28/2024 to 12/13/2024

This course goes beyond tidying up physical spaces; it delves into the psychology of clutter and time management, offering practical solutions to create a harmonious and efficient teaching environment. Participants will explore the profound connection between decluttering and productivity, unlocking their full potential as educators. Throughout the course, educators will learn how to streamline their physical surroundings, declutter their digital lives, and implement effective time management techniques. They will gain insights into managing stress, building productive routines, and fostering a supportive atmosphere for themselves and their students.

4. Maximizing Productivity: Leveraging EdTech and AI Tools in Education - Online Only - J. Laurino

Program: Online In-service Courses

Audience: Educators

Dates: 10/28/2024 to 12/9/2024

This course introduces teachers to the latest EdTech and AI tools that can enhance productivity, streamline classroom management, and support personalized learning. Teachers will learn how to integrate these tools into their daily routines to save time, improve communication, and create more engaging learning experiences for students.

5. Teacher Network - Speech - Kristina DiLauro, Facilitator

Program: Online In-service Courses

Audience: Educators

Dates: 11/4/2024 to 5/30/2025

First session will be Monday, November 4 from 5:00 - 6:00pm This is an opportunity for Speech Teachers to to share and discuss various topics. Some possible topics may be... Professional Learning Topic: Survey & Check In with Attendees; Starting Out the School Year (e.g., Scheduling, New Students), Roles and Responsibilities of Speech Language Pathologists in Schools Professional Learning Topic: Extension on the Roles and Responsibilities of Speech Language Pathologists: Reading and Writing Considerations Professional Learning Topic: Tiers to Communication Success - Providing Levels of Intervention for Student in Special Education Professional Learning Topic: Augmentative Alternative Communication Strategies and Resources Professional Learning Topic: Tackling Burnout in the School Setting: Practical Tips for Speech Language Pathologists Professional Learning Topic: Closing out the School Year, Preparing Students and Families for Summer, Extended School Year Recommendations Professional Learning Topic: Accessing Therapeutic Materials via Technological Platforms and Artificial Intelligence (e.g., CoPilot, ChatGPT, Google Classroom, District Resources, EdPuzzle) Professional Learning Topic: Preparing for Annual Season; updating IEP SPAMS, GOALS, and Data Collection Discussion and Collaboration Q&A: reflective thoughts

6. Teacher Network - Makerspace - A. Fund, Facilitator

Program: Online In-service Courses

Audience: Educators

Dates: 11/7/2024 to 5/30/2025

Nov 7, 2024 Setting up Space/Time December 12, 2024 Working with Staff & Making a Plan January 9, 2025 Student Leadership February 13, 2025 Funding and Support & Resources to Explore April 10, 2025 Inventing to Learn May 8, 2025 Programming & Recruitment

7. How to Teach an Online Course - E. Guarnieri

Program: Online In-service Courses

Audience: K-12

Dates: 11/12/2024 to 12/17/2024

Have you ever considered teaching an online course? Are you unsure about the various components in offering professional learning online? This course will provide participants with the tools needed to begin instructing online. Topics will include course planning and logistics, finding and creating content, course management, and offering feedback. Participants will examine offering courses in synchronous, asynchronous, and hybrid formats. Various apps for engaging your online course participants will be utilized. This course will be conducted through Google Classroom. Participants will have an opportunity to submit a course to Nassau TRACT for approval to be added to our catalog - this course is limited to 15 and free of charge.

8. Teacher Network - Book Discussion: Belonging Through a Culture of Dignity - H. Park, Facilitator

Program: Online In-service Courses

Audience: Educators

Dates: 11/20/2024 to 5/30/2025

We will read and discuss the book "Belonging Through a Culture of Dignity: The Keys to Successful Equity Implementation" by John Krownapple and Floyd Cobb. Participants will have to obtain the book on their own. Meeting dates, virtual, 7-8 pm. Wed, Nov 20: Introduction and Chapter 1. Wed, Dec 11 Wed, Jan 8 Wed, Feb 5 Wed, March 5 Wed, March 19

9. Teacher Network - ENL - Joan Zangerle, Facilitator

Program: Online In-service Courses

Audience: Educators

Dates: 11/20/2024 to 5/30/2025

Wednesday, November 20th 3:15-4:15pm Wednesday December 4th 3:15-4:15pm Wednesday January 8th 3:15-4:15pm Wednesday February 26th 3:15-4:15pm Wednesday March 26th 3:15-4:15pm Wednesday April 23rd 3:15-4:15pm

10. Wellness and Art - Full Day Conference at the Nassau County Museum of Art

Program: Conferences

Audience: Educators

Dates: 12/9/2024

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There is no charge for this event. Registration - 8:00 - 8:30am Wellness for Today's Educators: Strategies for Work/life Harmony, Resilience, and Renewal presented by Laura Campbell 8:30 - 11:15 This interactive and engaging workshop will provide educators with practical tools and interactive experiences to manage stress, improve resilience, and prioritize their wellness. It combines mindfulness, movement, and reflection, offering a holistic approach to sustaining long-term well-being as Educators. Objectives include:

• Equipping educators with tools and strategies to manage stress, improve well-being, and foster emotional resilience.

• Provide hands-on activities to promote mental, emotional, and physical wellness.

• Create a space for reflection and connection with fellow educators. Your wellness is the key to connecting to your mission. Lunch 11:30 - 12:15pm - on-site Seeing Red: Renoir to Warhol presented by Laura Lynch 12:30 - 3:00 NCMA's current exhibition Seeing Red: Renoir to Warhol features more than 70 artists, both established and emerging, ranging from the classical to the contemporary. We invite teachers from all disciplines to join us for a deep dive into aesthetic, sociopolitical, and scientific qualities of the color RED and the many meanings, connotations, and associations of this powerful color in art. After an exploration of the dynamic, thought provoking, and wide-ranging works on view, including works which take inspiration from Campbell Soup to Leonardo da Vinci!, teachers will explore the process of creative expression. Integrating the practice of Mindfulness experienced in our morning program facilitated by Laura Campbell, program participants will reflect on what inspires them as they make their own works of art (no previous art skills required!) while listening to a selection of musical compositions.

11. Webinar: Supporting Scientific Modeling and Argumentation With NYU's Dr. Benjamin R. Lowell

Program: TRACT Member Event

Dates: 12/11/2024

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Nassau TRACT has partnered with NYASCD to provide their programs free to Nassau TRACT Members - these courses are usually between $125-$300. Registration is through Nassau TRACT. Based on The Instructional Leader's Guide to Implementing K-8 Science Practices, this webinar includes classroom videos, student work analysis, and hands-on opportunities to explore modeling and argumentation. Participants will apply instructional tools and strategies, discuss implementation in their own contexts, and practice these techniques in their classrooms.

12. Elevate Your Teaching Series: Communication and Connection with Families with PLC Associates

Program: Professional Development

Audience: Educators

Dates: 1/9/2025

13. Engaging the Disengaged Learner - Online Only - R. Faber

Program: Online In-service Courses

Audience: Educators

Dates: 1/13/2025 to 2/14/2025

Learning is a lot like bike riding. Once you have the knack, you never really forget the skill. Nor do you forget the thrill of learning a new ability or understanding a complex idea. You are a lifelong learner and you love it. Why have so many students never discovered this thrill? Why are they coasting when they could be racing along in the educational Tour de France with their peers? What can teachers do to engage the disengaged student? This course will help teachers keep students highly engaged throughout an entire lesson and encourage students to contribute their ideas and insights as a way of enhancing their own and other students' learning

14. Teacher Network - Library Media Specialists - M. Calemmo, Facilitator

Program: Online In-service Courses

Audience: Educators

Dates: 1/14/2025 to 6/13/2025

First date would be Tuesday, January 14th from 4-5 p.m. Some topics we would love to discuss are The Changing Role Of The School Librarian, Artificial Intelligence In The School Library, Collection Development and Selection Policies, Makerspaces, Collaboration, Library Renovations, READesigns and Reorganizations.

15. Science of Reading Webinar Series: Three Anchors to Ground Your Decision Making - Dr. Heidi Beverine-Curry, The Reading League

Program: Professional Development

Audience: Educators

Dates: 1/14/2025

Science of Reading Series: Hosted by NYSASCD, Led by Dr. Heidi Beverine-Curry, The Reading League Dates: January 14, January 28, and February 10, 2025 - Take 1 or all 3 Join Dr. Heidi Beverine-Curry from The Reading League for a transformative three-part series that deepens educators' understanding of the Science of Reading. Explore actionable strategies, evidence-based insights, and effective responses to reading challenges that empower teachers to make a lasting impact on literacy. Session 1: Three Anchors to Ground Your Decision Making Kick off the series with a session designed to provide a clear, research-driven framework to support decision-making in reading instruction. Dr. Beverine-Curry will introduce three foundational anchors-key principles in the Science of Reading that educators can rely on to guide effective, sustainable reading practices. Gain insight into grounding literacy decisions in robust evidence, setting a strong foundation for the following sessions.

16. Teacher Network - Science - L. Holzkamp, Facilitator

Program: Online In-service Courses

Audience: Educators

Dates: 1/15/2025 to 5/30/2025

Our start date will be Wednesday, January 15, 2025 from 4-5pm Some topics: - Unpacking the State Science Test - NYSSLS - Helping better prepare for Science Testing in Elementary School - Discussing hands on Science opportunities for Elementary students

17. Virtual Reality and the Holocaust: A Power Educational Experience - In-Person

Program: Professional Development

Audience: Educators

Dates: 1/15/2025

Discovery history like never before as the Spirit of Triumph uses Virtual Reality (VR) technology to transport students to Auschwitz. The immersive journey offers a firsthand perspective, allowing participants to explore the haunting landscapes and barracks, fostering empathy and a deeper understanding of the Holocaust. Guided by educators, the program combines historical accuracy with interactive elements, incorporating survivor testimonies and artifacts.

18. Effective Level I Interventions in the General Education Classroom- Online - Joseph Sapienza

Program: Professional Development

Audience: Educators

Dates: 1/16/2025

Webinar: Effective Level I Interventions in the General Education Classroom Join us for an insightful webinar focused on implementing Level I interventions to support all students in the general education setting. This session will explore proactive, research-based strategies designed to address early signs of academic or behavioral challenges. Participants will learn practical approaches to differentiate instruction, promote positive behaviors, and create an inclusive learning environment. Whether you are a classroom teacher, support staff, or administrator, this webinar will equip you with the tools to enhance student success through data-driven, classroom-based interventions.

19. Mastering Kami for Inclusive Classrooms - Online - J. Walsh

Program: Online In-service Courses

Audience: K-12

Dates: 1/21/2025 to 3/18/2025

Mastering Kami for Inclusive Classrooms is a comprehensive 15-hour asynchronous course designed for K-12 educators. This course explores Kami's versatile features, focusing on creating inclusive learning environments. Participants will learn to leverage Kami's tools for general classroom use, assistive technology for special education students and English Language Learners (ELLs), and AI-powered features for efficient question generation and assessment. By the end of this course, teachers will be equipped to enhance student engagement, differentiate instruction, and streamline assessment processes using Kami's innovative platform.

20. Teacher Network - Math - B. Giuliano, Facilitator

Program: Online In-service Courses

Audience: Educators

Dates: 1/21/2025 to 5/30/2025

My start date will be Tuesday, January 21, 2025 Topics will be as follows: -Integrating Social-Emotional Learning in Math Instruction -Provide strategies for teaching math concepts while simultaneously addressing students' social and emotional needs. -Discuss how to create a supportive classroom environment that fosters collaboration, empathy, and self-awareness. -Case studies and best practices for improving student engagement and achievement through SEL. -Daily Check-Ins (Welcome Agenda slides, Mentimeter, PearDeck, Google Forms, Mood Meters, Would You Rather, Advisory)

21. Introduction to AI Tools for Educators - Online Webinar - M. Calemmo and R. Luna

Program: Professional Development

Audience: Educators

Dates: 1/21/2025

In this webinar, we will explore the foundational aspects of AI in education. We will start with an introduction to AI and its common uses in everyday life. We will introduce practical AI tools that can enhance lesson planning and individualized instruction. Learn how AI can streamline everyday tasks, freeing up more time to focus on your students. This session will provide an overview of accessible AI technologies like chatbots and text generators, setting the stage for deeper exploration in future webinars.

22. Using Decodable Readers - C. Sciarrotto

Program: Online In-service Courses

Audience: K-3

Dates: 1/22/2025 to 3/19/2025

Dive into the Science of Reading with a course tailored to decodables. In this course, you'll learn what is a decodable and how to effectively utilize decodable texts to support readers. Additionally, you will discover innovative ways to utilize AI tools to create decodable text and access to a wealth of free resources.

23. Elevate Your Teaching Series: Contribute as An Effective Team Member and Supporting Your School Culture with PLC Associates

Program: Professional Development

Audience: Educators

Dates: 1/23/2025

Elevate Your Teaching Series: Tools for Connection, Inclusion, and Teamwork (formerly known as Teacher Onboarding Part 2). These 5 webinars are great for any teacher at any point in their career. Take 1 of the series or all of them - it's flexible. Module 2: Contribute as An Effective Team Member and Supporting Your School Culture What skills are needed to be an effective team member at your grade level/within your content area and in the building? Communication, time management, collaboration and problem solving are a few of the skills needed to be an effective team member. This module will help our teachers "get off to a great start” as a valued member of the school team.

24. Cultures of Thinking 3 credit course- K. Turri / L. Brophy

Program: Online In-service Courses

Audience: K-12

Dates: 1/27/2025 to 3/24/2025

Join us to unlock the power of a "culture of thinking" in your classroom! Discover how this concept can revolutionize your students' learning experiences. You'll be guided through the 10 Guiding Principles of the Cultures of Thinking framework, equipping you to create an environment that encourages and amplifies thinking in your class. Through hands-on strategies, you'll learn to cultivate a vibrant thinking culture within your school and classroom. Explore a variety of thinking routines that will make your students' thought processes visible and captivating. Plus, you'll learn how to harness technology tools for student collaboration and implement thinking routines with ease. This course is flexible and conducted asynchronously through Google Classroom. Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to: ● Define a culture of thinking and explain its benefits for student learning ● Identify and leverage the 10 Guiding Principles of the Cultures of Thinking framework to create a culture of thinking. ● Foster effective classroom discussions through the use of language, questioning, and discourse ● Utilize thinking routines to support students' learning, foster thinking dispositions, and make thinking visible ● Apply the Cultures of Thinking framework to their own teaching practice ● Design a plan to incorporate core, advanced, and teacher-developed thinking routines. ● Create integrations with technology tools and thinking routines to enhance student collaboration. ● Implement thinking routines to support, scaffold, and make students' thinking visible.

25. The Art of Digital Portfolios: Empowering All Students to Achieve - Online Only - K. Holzweiss

Program: Online In-service Courses

Audience: Educators

Dates: 1/28/2025 to 3/11/2025

Digital portfolios serve as a powerful tool for showcasing student skills and achievements by providing a comprehensive and dynamic collection of their work, progress, and accomplishments in various subject areas. Educators can guide students in creating, curating, and assessing digital portfolios to effectively demonstrate growth and learning over time. By incorporating digital portfolios into teaching practices, educators can engage students in reflective practices, encouraging them to take ownership of their learning journey and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and self-assessment. Throughout the course, educators will discover innovative strategies through hands-on activities and practical examples to enhance the use of digital portfolios in the classroom. By the end of the program, participants will have gained the knowledge and skills necessary to empower students to showcase their skills and achievements through dynamic digital portfolios, ultimately elevating student learning outcomes and promoting a culture of reflection and growth.

26. Thrive Together: Empowering Schools To Support Mental Wellness - Full Day Conference at Hofstra University

Program: Professional Development

Audience: Educators

Dates: 1/28/2025

Nassau TRACT Teacher Center and Cohen Children's Medical Center invite you to our FREE conference at Hofstra University. Join us and discover the tools and insights needed to support mental health and wellness in your community. This event brings together educators, mental health professionals, and advocates to explore critical topics.

• Exploring Mental Health and Substance Use

• Suicidality and Risk Assessment for School Professionals

• Stress First Aid

• Student Perspectives on Mental Health and How their Schools Can Support Them Tentative Agenda: 8:00am Registration opens, welcome packets with agenda provided 8:25-8:30am: Opening Remarks 8:30-8:50am: Keynote - The Power Each of Us Bring to the Equation: Exploring Mental Health and Substance Use - Speaker: Sandeep Kapoor, MD, MS-HPPL 9:00-9:50am: Suicidality and Risk Assessment for School - Professionals Speaker: Vera Feuer, MD 10:00-10:10am: BREAK 10:15-11:05am: Stress First Aid - Speaker: Mayer Bellehsen, PhD 11:15-11:155am LUNCH Resource Tables in Rotunda 12:00-12:50pm: Supporting Students in Mental Health: A Student Perspective - Speaker: Student Panel 1:00-1:50pm: Landscape of Substance Use: Alcohol, Drugs, and Vaping - Speakers: Heather Hugelmeyer, LCSW & David Fagan, MD 2:00-2:25pm: Group Debrief - Speakers: Sandeep Kapoor, MD, MS-HPPL 2:25-2:30pm: Closing Remarks and Thank You

27. Science of Reading Webinar Series: Assessment and Response to Intervention - Dr. Heidi Beverine-Curry, The Reading League

Program: Professional Development

Audience: Educators

Dates: 1/28/2025

Science of Reading Series: Hosted by NYSASCD, Led by Dr. Heidi Beverine-Curry, The Reading League Dates: January 14, January 28, and February 10, 2025 - Take 1 or all 3 Join Dr. Heidi Beverine-Curry from The Reading League for a transformative three-part series that deepens educators' understanding of the Science of Reading. Explore actionable strategies, evidence-based insights, and effective responses to reading challenges that empower teachers to make a lasting impact on literacy. Session 2: Assessment and Response to Intervention In this second session, Dr. Beverine-Curry will explore the essentials of reading assessment and the Response to Intervention (RTI) approach. Attendees will learn how to assess students' reading development accurately, use data to tailor instruction, and provide timely interventions that address diverse literacy needs. This session emphasizes tools and approaches that support growth for every student, especially those facing reading challenges.

28. Advanced AI Applications and Ethical Considerations - Online Only - M. Calemmo and R. Luna

Program: Professional Development

Audience: Educators

Dates: 2/6/2025

This webinar delves into advanced AI applications and critical ethical considerations. We will cover the art of chat prompting and how it can enhance results.. This session will also address important concerns such as bias in AI, data privacy, strategies for combating plagiarism, and school AI policies. Join us to deepen your understanding and equip yourself with the skills to responsibly integrate AI into your teaching practice.

29. Elevate Your Teaching Series: Teacher Self Care with PLC Associates

Program: Professional Development

Audience: Educators

Dates: 2/6/2025

Elevate Your Teaching Series: Tools for Connection, Inclusion, and Teamwork (formerly known as Teacher Onboarding Part 2). These 5 webinars are great for any teacher at any point in their career. Take 1 of the series or all of them - it's flexible. Module 3: Teacher Self Care Self-care can help a teacher interact effectively with students, families and colleagues, prevent burnout and create a classroom environment that is safe and welcoming for students. The balance between work and taking care of oneself also models a good balance for students and colleagues.

30. Science of Reading Webinar Series: Structures and Attitudes to Make the Big Changes - Dr. Heidi Beverine-Curry, The Reading League

Program: Professional Development

Audience: Educators

Dates: 2/10/2025

Science of Reading Series: Hosted by NYSASCD, Led by Dr. Heidi Beverine-Curry, The Reading League Dates: January 14, January 28, and February 10, 2025 - Take 1 or all 3 Join Dr. Heidi Beverine-Curry from The Reading League for a transformative three-part series that deepens educators' understanding of the Science of Reading. Explore actionable strategies, evidence-based insights, and effective responses to reading challenges that empower teachers to make a lasting impact on literacy. Session 3: Structures and Attitudes to Make the Big Changes Conclude the series with a powerful discussion on the structural and cultural shifts needed to drive significant, lasting change in reading instruction. Dr. Beverine-Curry will guide participants in identifying necessary adjustments to school-wide practices and classroom mindsets that foster literacy success. This session focuses on building supportive environments where the Science of Reading principles can thrive and impact student outcomes on a broad scale.

31. Elevate Your Teaching Series: Working with Our Multiple Lingual Learners (MLLs)

Program: Professional Development

Audience: Educators

Dates: 2/27/2025

Elevate Your Teaching Series: Tools for Connection, Inclusion, and Teamwork (formerly known as Teacher Onboarding Part 2). These 5 webinars are great for any teacher at any point in their career. Take 1 of the series or all of them - it's flexible. Module 4: Working with Our Multiple Lingual Learners (MLLs) Strategies to make instruction accessible to multilingual learners. Multilingual students bring backgrounds and experiences to their classroom that can benefit everyone in the school community. Instruction in multilingual classrooms should include opportunities for all students to engage in rigorous and high-quality lessons but with the supports and structures in place so all students have access to the content being learned.

32. Elevate Your Teaching Series: Supporting Students with Differing Abilities (SWDs)

Program: Professional Development

Audience: Educators

Dates: 3/13/2025

Elevate Your Teaching Series: Tools for Connection, Inclusion, and Teamwork (formerly known as Teacher Onboarding Part 2). These 5 webinars are great for any teacher at any point in their career. Take 1 of the series or all of them - it's flexible. Module 5: Supporting Students with Differing Abilities (SWDs) - March 13 Each classroom environment is composed of students with different academic skills. There is also a range of different physical and cognitive abilities among the students. Teachers need to develop lesson plans utilizing strategies to meet the diverse needs of the students in their classroom.

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