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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. 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

4. 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 3/24/2025

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

5. 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

6. 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.

7. Nurse Network - School Nurses - Cohens Children's Hospital, Facilitator

Program: Online In-service Courses

Audience: Educators

Dates: 2/13/2025 to 5/19/2025

Northwell Health is committed to the continuous education of our school nurse stakeholders. For the 2024-2025 school year, Northwell Health Community Relations, Cohen Children's Medical Center, and The Northwell Health Institute for Nursing have partnered to bring an exciting and informative education and clinical series to you. This education has been specifically designed with your needs in mind. Your participation in this program will help increase your understanding of these important subjects. After you register here, you will be sent an additional link to register for the particular sessions that you want to attend. About the Program: Explore diversification of personal strategies to better address the issue discussed Understand the levels of care for available treatment Understand how to locate and access treatment Empower you to use the acquired knowledge in your everyday work life Important Notes: Contact hours may be offered for various programs Sessions will be held via Zoom until further notice Information will be sent 24-48 hours before the program date via email Please register for all the programs you are interested in 2024-2025 Programs: Cardiac Health in School-Aged Children and Adolescents Date: Thursday, February 13, 2025 Time: 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM Program Delivery: Virtual Managing Violent Behaviors Date: Thursday, March 20, 2025 Time: 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM Program Delivery: Virtual Being an Active Member of the Athletic Healthcare Team: Musculoskeletal Sports Injuries Date: Thursday, April 24, 2025 Time: 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM Program Delivery: Virtual Diabetes in School-Aged Children Date: Thursday, May 15, 2025 Time: 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM Program Delivery: Virtual

8. Teacher Network - World Languages - D. Mazzella, Facilitator

Program: Online In-service Courses

Audience: Educators

Dates: 2/26/2025 to 4/4/2025

"The Low-Prep/High-Engagement World Language Class” Wednesdays starting 2/26 from 5-6pm. Possible topics to be discussed include: Comprehensible Input/Storytelling Get-Up-and-Move Do Nows and Main Activities Encouraging Healthy Competition in the Classroom Developing clear objectives and requirements in assignments Using news articles, videos, songs, advertisements, social media, and other authentic materials for teaching Using short, everyday content and prompts to spark discussion and promote cultural learning. Digital tools and apps that promote language learning with minimal prep Set-It-and-Forget-It Listening Practice TLO Cocktail Parties Peer Collab. / Best Practices Show And Tell Share

9. ASCD - Building Leadership Capacity: Essential Skills for Teacher Leaders

Program: Professional Development

Audience: Educators

Dates: 5/13/2025

Focus: Develop leadership competencies such as effective communication, conflict resolution, decision-making, and influencing others in adult learning settings. Outcome: Participants will gain practical tools to enhance their leadership presence and ability to inspire and support peers.
This workshop will highlight what districts and schools can do to create a culture of inclusion whereby Jewish students feel respected, safe and supported.

11. The Best PD is Down the Hall: A 90-Minute Virtual Session - Mike Kleba, Presenter

Program: Professional Development

Audience: Educators

Dates: 5/15/2025

The Best PD is Down the Hall: A 90-Minute Virtual Session Most of the best teaching ideas aren't in a book-they're in the classrooms next door. Join Mike Kleba, author of the best-selling school leadership book Otherful, for a lively, engaging session designed to energize and inspire. In this interactive 90-minute experience, educators will explore the power of peer learning and reciprocal mentoring, tapping into the expertise within their own schools. We'll dive into research on teacher collaboration, introduce "Candido Rounds”-a structured approach to teacher intervisitation-and discuss how to build stronger Professional Learning Communities (PLCs). Through discussion, reflection, and a bit of fun, teachers will walk away with practical strategies to observe, connect, and grow alongside their colleagues. Expect fresh ideas and a renewed appreciation for how much a teachers are like carpenters, bakers, and surgeons: brilliant professionals who learn best from each other.

12. ASCD - Creating and Sustaining High-Impact Professional Learning Groups

Program: Professional Development

Audience: Educators

Dates: 5/20/2025

Focus: Provide strategies for designing and sustaining PLGs that align with district goals, meet NYSED accountability requirements, and ensure value for participants. Outcome: Teacher leaders will learn how to create focused, outcome-driven groups that positively impact classroom instruction and student learning.
This webinar will share strategies for creating engaging and meaningful PD experiences, for K-12 teachers. These tactics include instituting monthly Tech Bytes sessions to engage fellow educators and delivering meaningful instruction and learning during department meetings and on Superintendent's Conference Days. As we wind down from the current school year and prepare for next year's learning, gather some tips that will inspire your colleagues, foster collaboration, and drive lasting change in your school community.
Discover how to shift from feeling "mind full" to practicing mindfulness in your classroom with simple, effective strategies for stress reduction applicable for both students and your fellow educators. In this session, you'll explore practical mindfulness techniques that can help both you and your students cultivate focus, resilience, and a sense of calm. Learn how to integrate mindfulness into daily routines to enhance well-being, manage stress, and create a more positive learning environment. Walk away with ready-to-use tools to support a healthier, more mindful classroom experience.

15. Ramp Up Your AI Skills - online only - J. Hilt

Program: Professional Development

Audience: Educators

Dates: 6/10/2025

This 90-minute virtual session is designed to help educators strengthen existing AI knowledge while providing new tools, strategies, and best practices for classrooms. We'll explore advanced prompt engineering to get the most out of AI, and introduce new AI tools for communication, collaboration, lesson planning, assessment, and personalized learning. We will also share practical ways to integrate AI into your daily teaching and how to develop a strong AI toolkit to support both your teaching and your students' learning.

16. The Reading Institute's Science of Reading 15-hour Microcredential - Online Only

Program: Online In-service Courses

Audience: K-12

Dates: 6/12/2025 to 7/25/2025

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Introducing The Reading Institute's Science of Reading 15-hour Microcredential - a new, innovative professional learning experience authored by Dr. Katie Pace Miles, professor of early literacy at Brooklyn College. This course was designed with current and aspiring educators in mind, and ties reading science theory and research to authentic classroom practice. This course is organized into eleven modules - 10, one-hour primary modules, and one additional 5-hour extension module, totaling 15 hours of coursework. Each primary module contains video content that blends subject matter expertise with example instructional practices from real classrooms. Primary modules also contain engaging checks for understanding and supplemental resources to extend learning. The extension modules includes articles and readings to extend learning on all primary topics. Course Content Scope Module 1: Introduction: Why Are We here? Module 2: Science of Reading Theory Module 3: Oral Language, Phonological Awareness, and Phonemic Awareness Module 4: Orthographic Mapping, Phase Theory, and Phonics Module 5: Phonics, Part 2 Module 6: Fluency Module 7: Vocabulary Module 8: Comprehension Module 9: Writing Module 10: Literacy and Neurodivergence Module 11: Articles and research to extend learning on primary module topics, with a specific focus on NYS While most of our 15 hour courses have a $50 cost, this course is only $25. You will also earn the Reading Institute's Microcredential in The Science of Reading. The 10-hour Science of Reading Intro Course was authored by Katie Pace Miles, Ph.D., Associate Professor & Director of the Advanced Certificates in Reading Science at Brooklyn College, City University of New York (CUNY), Co-Founder & Principal Investigator of CUNY Reading Corps, and Founder & President of The Reading Institute.

17. Level Up Your Lessons with Canva 3.0 - Online Only - J. Laurino - 45 Hr SUMMER COURSE

Program: Online In-service Courses

Audience: Educators

Dates: 7/1/2025 to 8/12/2025

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In today's digital learning landscape, visually compelling and engaging educational materials are crucial for effective teaching. "Level Up Your Lessons with Canva" is an asynchronous online course designed specifically for teachers who want to elevate their design skills and create captivating content using Canva, a user-friendly graphic design platform. This comprehensive course empowers K-12 educators to unlock Canva's full potential, from mastering fundamental tools to leveraging its cutting-edge features, including the innovative Magic Studio and AI-powered tools. Throughout the course, participants will explore a wide range of Canva's capabilities through weekly modules and hands-on activities tailored to educators' needs.