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1. [HVRBERN-CTLE #23120] Classrooms as Culturally Responsive Learning Communities - at Ulster BOCES

Program: 2019-2020 - HV-RBE-RN

Audience: ENL Teachers, Content and General Education Teachers, Teaching Assistants, Building Leaders, Curriculum Administrators

Dates: 10/21/2019

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TO REGISTER FOR THIS WORKSHOP, PLEASE USE THE FOLLOWING LINK TO ENROLL AT ULSTER BOCES' SITE: CLICK HERE TO ENROLL

Participants will examine inclusive practices and strategies that promote learners' sociocultural integration. The teaching activities included will help educators leverage students' knowledge and heritage as they engage in the learning process and become members of classroom communities.

Registration/Sign-in: 8:00 am - 8:30 am

Fee: Free

Lunch: On your own

For questions regarding this activity, please contact the HV RBERN.
  • Max Class Size: 1

2. [HVRBERN-CTLE #23120] World Language Standards Review Committee for the Hudson Valley Region (OPEN ONLY TO COMMITTEE MEMBERS) - at SUNY New Paltz

Program: 2019-2020 - HV-RBE-RN

Audience: Committee Members Only

Dates: 10/21/2019

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The Regional World Language Standards Review Committees are working with the OBEWL and the World Language Leadership Team to plan and implement the World Language Standards Revision Process. Their end product will be a set of recommended revised standards for World Languages to be submitted to the Board of Regents for consideration and adoption.

For questions regarding this activity, please contact the HV RBERN.
  • Max Class Size: 35

3. SLS Mandarin Users Group Meeting(Webinar Access)

Program: 2019-2020 - School Library Services

Audience: Mandarin Users

Dates: 10/21/2019

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The Southern Westchester BOCES School Library System will host a Webinar Mandarin User Group meeting at 450 Mamaroneck Avenue, Harrison for those that would prefer to join fellow librarians at our location. Users learn how to get the most out of your library software and learn more about new features of Mandarin and Oasis. Attend this FREE User Group meeting or meet us virtually to have your questions answered by Art Graham, Mandarin VP. You will gain valuable insight on all the latest features and upgrades.

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Janet Jamal.

  • Max Class Size: 20

4. ENGINEERING IS ELEMENTARY!

Program: 2019-2020 - Science

Audience: Teachers Grades K-5, Elementary School Science Specialists; Elementary School Principals

Dates: 10/22/2019

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What decisions do you make in your daily life that are influenced by engineering? What is your passion? Are you a foodie? Are you an athlete? What do you know about how engineering and design impact your passion? Bring your passions to this workshop and together we will build your capacity and empower you to teach engineering and design thinking using research-based approaches and strategies paired with your passions and interests as a personalized point of entry.

This program may be used to meet 5.5 hours toward CTLE requirements. CTLE ID # 322. Check with your district for eligibility.

Fee:
$190 per participant for CoSer 555 members
$235 per participant for all others

The registration fee will apply unless cancellation is made one week prior to the workshop date.

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Dina Roselli Email Me.
  • Max Class Size: 25

5. SLS Supporting Science Through Literature - ELA

Program: 2019-2020 - School Library Services

Audience: School Librarians, Teachers K-5

Dates: 10/22/2019

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This workshop will provide guidance on using literature to support the new science learning standards. We will focus on topics in grades K-5 and examine the new standards. During this workshop we will explore the relationship between phenomenon and inquiry, in order to highlight the connection between library and science skills. We will also share titles that may be used with students to gather information and provide examples of phenomenon. Participants will leave with lesson ideas for collaborative opportunities and resources. Schools are encouraged to send a team of librarian and classroom teacher(s). Price is $192 per participant, $300 for a team of 2 and an additional $150 per person for teams of 3 or more. For questions regarding this activity, please contact Melissa Iamonico.
  • Max Class Size: 20

6. [HVRBERN-CTLE ID #23120] Incorporating Vocabulary Routines for ELLs in Grades 3-12 - at Southern Westchester BOCES

Program: 2019-2020 - HV-RBE-RN

Audience: All Classroom and Content Area Teachers, Administrators, Teaching Assistants and Speech or Reading providers who support ELLs in Grades 3-12

Dates: 10/22/2019

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To effectively develop vocabulary and academic language, research identifies a combination of direct and indirect instructional practices that support English Language Learners across content areas. Students will benefit from a consistent approach to vocabulary instruction as part of routines that foster listening, speaking, reading and writing in English.

In this workshop, participants will examine:
- Why vocabulary development is critical to student success
- How to identify the academic vocabulary needed for success in the subject area
- Criteria for selecting key words from the content for direct instruction
- How to plan a vocabulary lesson for explicit direct instruction
- Instructional routines to teach word learning strategies (context clues, morphology, dictionary use and cognate awareness)

Registration/Sign-in: 8:30 am - 9:00 am

Cost: Free

Lunch: On your own

For questions regarding this activity, please contact the HV RBERN.
  • Max Class Size: 30

7. Google Classroom

Program: LHRIC - Instructional Technology (Model Schools Courses)

Dates: 10/22/2019

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Google Classroom is an integral component of G Suite, and is designed to help teachers create and collect assignments paperlessly by automatically creating folders for each assignment in their Drive. This allows Classroom students to keep track of what assignments are due, while having the freedom to begin their work with just one click! We will also explore helpful tools such as research features, peer editing, commenting, and more!

During this session, you will learn Google Classroom fundamentals including the setup and management of your Classroom, how to push assignments out to students, and how to provide real-time feedback and grades without ever leaving the application!

Prerequisite: A Google account for you and your students within a G Suite domain and prior experience using Google Drive is required.
  • Max Class Size: 12

8. Building Leadership Capacity Ongoing Training for those who Evaluate Principals

Program: 2019-2020 - Leadership

Audience: Central Office Administrators and Independent Evaluators who are responsible for evaluating principals

Dates: 10/23/2019

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While this workshop aligns to the nine training elements required for recertification as an Evaluator of Principals, the focus is on meaningful feedback that builds leadership capacity.

The course includes an optional additional in district coaching day to help participants apply the concepts to their own evaluation plan.

Fee:
$190 per participant for CoSer 555 members
$235 per participant for all others

The registration fee will apply unless cancellation is made one week prior to the workshop date.

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Dina Roselli.
  • Max Class Size: 25

9. CO-TEACHING IN ACTION: A DYNAMIC DUO MODELING THE CO- TEACHING APPROACHES

Program: 2019-2020 - Special Education

Audience: Co-teaching teams

Dates: 10/23/2019

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Two experienced co-teaching professional developers will work together for the day to demonstrate how two heads are better than one in maximizing opportunities for students with special needs. Participants will experience firsthand the different co-teaching models and will come away with the knowledge and expertise to implement co-teaching strategies in their classroom.
"Seeing is Believing"! Topics will include:

• Roles and responsibilities

• Developing the co-teaching relationship
• Co-teaching approaches

• Planning co-taught lessons

• Implementing specially designed instruction in the co-taught classroom.

Follow-up coaching is available and recommended by the presenters. Follow- up will include a classroom observation and conferencing (Extra charge)
br> This program may be used to meet 5.5 hours toward CTLE requirements. Check with your district for eligibility.

Fee:
$190 per participant for CoSer 555 members
$235 per participant for all others

The registration fee will apply unless cancellation is made one week prior to the workshop date.

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Dina Roselli Email Me.
  • Max Class Size: 25

10. [HVRBERN-CTLE ID #23120] Writing Is Thinking (WIT) 101-Sentences to Parallel Revision - 3-DAY SERIES - at Southern Westchester BOCES

Program: 2019-2020 - HV-RBE-RN

Audience: ENL Teachers, Content Teachers of ELLs. ENL Co-Teaching Teams of all grade levels, Teaching Assistants and BOCES PD Trainers

Dates: 10/23/2019 to 12/19/2019

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This workshop introduces participants to the sentence level strategies that form the heart of the WIT approach and that develop clear, complex writing simultaneously with language, content, vocabulary, reading comprehension and thinking. Strategies include sorts, scrambles, conjunctions, expansion, appositives, combining and parallel revision. Parallel revision is a strategy to secure that strategies learned within teacher-provided scaffolds transfer to students' independent writing. Participants will experience parallel revision tasks.

Presenter: Michelle R. Brochu, MSEd.

Day 1 - Wednesday, October 23, 2019
Day 2 - Thursday, November 21, 2019
Day 3 - Thursday, December 19, 2019

Registration/Sign-in at each session: 8:30-9:00 am

Lunch: On your own

Fee: Free

For questions regarding this activity, please contact the HV RBERN.
  • Max Class Size: 50

11. Child Abuse: Identification and Reporting Procedures - COMP

Program: 2019-2020 - Compliance

Dates: 10/23/2019

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All applicants for a NYS educational certificate are required to complete at least 2 hours of coursework in child abuse identification and reporting procedures. Attendance will be sent electronically to your TEACH account.
This 2 hour workshop will focus on the following:

•Identifying child abuse and neglect

•Professional issues and concerns

•Community resources

•Legal responsibilities in reporting child abuse/neglect cases

A TEACH account is required to verify attendance to NYSED. To create a TEACH account, please go to: http://www.highered.nysed.gov/tcert/teach/.

Please arrive on time. Latecomers cannot be admitted due to NYS Education Department guidelines for certification.

Fee: $55 per participant in the form of check or money order made out to SWBOCES.
For questions regarding this activity, please contact Dina Roselli Email Me.
  • Max Class Size: 40

12. 9th and 10th Grade Global Redesign in Light of AP World History and the New Global Regents

Program: 2019-2020 - Social Studies

Audience: Grade 9 and 10 Social Studies Teachers

Dates: 10/24/2019

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In this interactive session, we will explore the instructional and assessment shifts in light of the new AP World History course and the new Global Regents exam. Attention will be devoted to new resources for AP teachers and how 9th and 10th grade teachers can navigate the shifts demanded by the new courses and assessments.

This program may be used to meet 5.5 hours toward CTLE requirements. CTLE ID # 322. Check with your district for eligibility.

Fee:
$190 per participant for CoSer 555 members
$235 per participant for all others

The registration fee will apply unless cancellation is made one week prior to the workshop date.

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Dina Roselli Email Me.
  • Max Class Size: 25

13. [HVRBERN-CTLE ID #23120] Pre-Referral Considerations for ELLs - at Orange-Ulster BOCES

Program: 2019-2020 - HV-RBE-RN

Audience: All teachers, administrators, teaching assistants, counselors and therapy providers of English Language Learners in all grades and settings

Dates: 10/24/2019

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TO REGISTER FOR THIS WORKSHOP, PLEASE USE THE FOLLOWING LINK TO ENROLL AT ORANGE-ULSTER BOCES' SITE: CLICK HERE TO ENROLL

Educators teaching English Language Learners have the responsibility to ensure access to the most effective and appropriate learning environment. When an ELL student is struggling academically, educators need to understand the multiple and complex factors affecting a student's learning. Student behaviors observed may appear similar to characteristics of a disability and educators need to carefully rule out all factors that are not intrinsic to the individual. It is challenging to distinguish if language acquisition, cultural and linguistic diversity, gaps in learning or an actual disorder is at play. A multidisciplinary team must investigate, paying special attention to contexts and rule out systemic or external factors prior to making a referral.

In this workshop, participants will examine factors that must be considered when a student is at risk for referral to special education:
- What are the legal requirements of serving English Language Leaners?
- Who has knowledge of the process of second language acquisition and the linguistic background and history of the student?
- How does the quality of current classroom instruction and prior schooling experiences impact student performance?
- Are cultural dynamics or social-emotional resilience influencing interactions?
- How are interventions and assessments being utilized in decision making?
- What are the clinical markers of a disability and is there a deficit in the home language?

Registration/Sign-in: 8:30 am - 9:00 am; Workshop begins PROMPTLY at 9 am

Lunch: Will be provided

Facility Fee: $20.00

For questions regarding this activity, please contact the HV RBERN.
  • Max Class Size: 1

14. [HVRBERN-CTLE ID #23120] Writing Is Thinking (WIT) for Science - 3-DAY SERIES - at Southern Westchester BOCES

Program: 2019-2020 - HV-RBE-RN

Audience: Science Content Teachers of ELLs, ENL Co-Teaching Teams of all grade levels, Teaching Assistants and BOCES PD Trainers

Dates: 10/24/2019 to 12/20/2019

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This workshop is designed for teachers of Science and provides an introduction to the sentence-level WIT strategies that are particularly impactful in Science. It is not intended to turn science teachers into writing teachers; rather, it aims to develop their expertise using WIT strategies to help students meet the demands of the Next Generation Science Standards, including grasping and clearly communicating complex scientific relationships and processes.

Presenter: Michelle R. Brochu, MSEd.

Day 1 - Thursday, October 24, 2019
Day 2 - Friday, November 22, 2019
Day 3 - Friday, December 20, 2019

Registration/Sign-in at each session: 8:30-9:00 am

Lunch: On your own

Fee: Free

For questions regarding this activity, please contact the HV RBERN.
  • Max Class Size: 40

15. NWEA Regional Training Event AM: Instructional Ladders

Program: LHRIC - Instructional Technology (Model Schools Courses)

Audience: NWEA participating districts through LHRIC and surrounding BOCES

Dates: 10/24/2019

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Dive deeper into classroom applications of MAP® Growth™ reports and the Learning Continuum. Support differentiated instruction and meet the needs of every student through flexible groupings and instructional ladders based on your MAP Growth results. Then plan how to use your data to inform ongoing work, with a particular focus on goal setting with students.

The morning will be: Instructional Ladders




• Use MAP Growth reports to gauge student readiness



• Design tiered, responsive instructional plans by integrating standards, MAP Growth data, and local curriculum



• Engage with topics of interest, such as formative assessment or flexible grouping, to deepen your understanding of instructional planning

For questions regarding this activity, please contact John Resanovich
  • Max Class Size: 25

16. [HVRBERN-CTLE ID #23120] Questioning and Discussion Techniques for ELLs (and All Students) (AM SESSION) - at Dutchess BOCES

Program: 2019-2020 - HV-RBE-RN

Audience: ENL Teachers, Content and General Education Teachers, Teaching Assistants, Building & District Leaders, Curriculum Administrators

Dates: 10/24/2019

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TO REGISTER FOR THIS WORKSHOP, PLEASE USE THE FOLLOWING LINK TO ENROLL AT DUTCHESS BOCES' SITE: CLICK HERE TO ENROLL

In this workshop, participants will discuss the benefits and challenges of developing ELLs ability to ask and answer questions and understand research behind the benefits of classroom discourse. Participants will receive tools for scaffolding questions at each level of English Proficiency based on Bloom's Taxonomy. Participants will also plan for instruction using a modified version of the Question Formulation Technique (QFT). Teachers can utilize the QFT to encourage engagement for all students through inquiry.

*Note: Participants are encouraged to bring a laptop, tablet or Chromebook.

Registration/Sign-in: 9:00 am - 9:30 am

Cost: Free

For questions regarding this activity, please contact the HV RBERN.
  • Max Class Size: 1

17. NWEA Regional Training Event Afternoon Session: Student Growth & Goals

Program: LHRIC - Instructional Technology (Model Schools Courses)

Audience: NWEA participating districts through LHRIC and surrounding BOCES

Dates: 10/24/2019

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Dive deeper into classroom applications of MAP® Growth™ reports and the Learning Continuum. Support differentiated instruction and meet the needs of every student through flexible groupings and instructional ladders based on your MAP Growth results. Then plan how to use your data to inform ongoing work, with a particular focus on goal setting with students.

The afternoon session will be: Student Growth & Goals




• Access, interpret, and apply student growth data using Achievement Status and Growth (ASG) reports



• Develop sound student learning goals using growth projections and learning statements from the Student Profile report



• Engage students in goal setting and build shared ownership of data with students and parents

For questions regarding this activity, please contact John Resanovich
  • Max Class Size: 25

18. SLS Follett Users Group 1 - 3pm

Program: 2019-2020 - School Library Services

Dates: 10/24/2019

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The Southern Westchester BOCES School Library System will host a Follett User Group meeting at 450 Mamaroneck Avenue, Harrison, NY. The meeting will be from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Join fellow librarians at this local User Group meeting with technical consultant Kim Hering and Follett rep Katrina Conte to learn how to get the most out of your library software. Attend this FREE User Group meeting and in addition to having your questions answered by Follett rep. You will gain valuable insight on the latest features and updates! For questions regarding this activity, please contact Susan Ackerman.
  • Max Class Size: 30

19. What Success Looks Like: Schools with the Will and Skill to Beat the Odds

Program: 2019-2020 - Leadership

Audience: Varies

Dates: 10/25/2019

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Presentations Across NYS Featuring Schools Exceeding Graduation Rate for Young Men of Color

The purpose of this workshop state-wide training in our region is to encourage teams (up to 6 people) from high schools to attend to engage with thinking partners in critical discussions & plan for their school's successful outcomes, especially for, but not limited to, young men of color, which is the focus of this initiative.

Opening Session: Welcome and Introductions
Understanding the Why of This Undertaking * Key Findings: The Drivers

Session 1: Self-Reflection: Using A Systems Approach
What questions should we ask? Why is school design so important? What is coherence? How do we create systems?

Session 2: The Why, How & Impact of Student Ownership of Learning
How do we motivate students to own their learning? How do we use student learning targets & formative assessments to measure progress? What is high-impact instruction? How are curricula made relevant & rigorous so that it engages students?

Session 3: Improving Results Using Data Cycles: Models That Yield Results
What models are we using to know exactly where students are, in academic & social/emotional areas? How often are we looking at data & making instructional/support system modifications? What data is viewed in data cycles?

Session 4: The Together Everyone Achieves More (TEAM) Approach to Building a High Performance Culture
How, as school & district leaders, do we send clear messages & establish collaborative models? What teams are in place & what are their roles? How do we address barriers to change? How do we establish high accountability, school-wide?

Closing Session: Remarks Next Steps * Challenge to the Field: Target 2024- 90% Graduation Rate for YMOC in 5 years!

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Dina Roselli Email Me.
  • Max Class Size: 60

20. BRINGING SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL LEARNING INTO THE CLASSROOM

Program: 2019-2020 - Instructional Best Practices

Audience: Classroom teachers

Dates: 10/25/2019 to 12/5/2019

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In today's classroom, more than ever, teachers see the impact of social-emotional skills on behavior and learning. How can we possibly add one more thing to an already jam-packed instructional day? In this 2-day workshop, participants learn about the core competencies of Social-Emotional Learning and explore strategies for effectively incorporating Social-Emotional Learning into their classrooms using intentional teaching practices, class meetings, movement, breath and mindfulness. In addition, they will look at ways to embed Social-Emotional Learning into content instruction. During this workshop, participants will:

• Understand the core competencies of Social- Emotional Learning

• Learn specific techniques for supporting Social- Emotional Learning through classroom routines

• Consider the relationship between Social- Emotional Learning and student discipline

• Explore the ways that movement, breath and mindfulness can impact learning

• Develop content-specific lessons that integrate Social-Emotional Learning

This program may be used to meet 11.0 hours toward CTLE requirements. CTLE ID # 322. Check with your district for eligibility.

Fee:
$380 per participant for CoSer 555 members
$470 per participant for all others

The registration fee will apply unless cancellation is made one week prior to the workshop date.

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Dina Roselli Email Me.
  • Max Class Size: 40

21. Active Learning Center Tour and Open House AM

Program: LHRIC - Instructional Technology (Model Schools Courses)

Dates: 10/25/2019

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For four years, the LHRIC Active Learning Center (ALC) has served as a hub of discovery and exploration for those interested in active learning spaces and flexible learning environments.

Join us for an "open house" style session designed exclusively for participating Model Schools districts. During these virtual tours, we will provide a brief introduction to the LHRIC ALC and the three critical factors for consideration when developing and designing 21st century learning spaces. You are encouraged to bring a colleague or a small team! You will have the opportunity to learn in an authentic and risk-free, hands-on active learning environment, and will leave with a toolkit of strategies to assist in your own journey, regardless of your starting point.

Take a virtual tour of the LHRIC ALC at http://alc.lhric.org.
  • Max Class Size: 12

22. Breakout EDU

Program: LHRIC - Instructional Technology (Model Schools Courses)

Dates: 10/29/2019

Breakout EDU is a revolutionary approach that brings gaming into the classroom in an entirely different and meaningful way. These powerful games teach students essential critical thinking skills, teamwork, and complex problem solving. The greatest part about Breakout EDU, is that this concept can be used in ALL content areas! During this session, you will be immersed in a Breakout EDU game, learn how to access pre-made games, facilitate a game of your own, set up a Breakout box, and more!
  • Max Class Size: 12

23. An Introduction to Digital Accessibility: Awareness, Analysis and Action

Program: LHRIC - Instructional Technology (Model Schools Courses)

Dates: 10/30/2019

Recent updates to Federal guidelines for "accessible" web content have focused greater attention on ensuring access to information and learning for all regardless of auditory, cognitive, physical, speech or visual disabilities. What impact does this have on schools and teachers, and where does one begin? What do school and district web administrators need to be mindful of? How might this impact the work of teachers who are creating more and more digital learning content?

During this full-day session, we will decode the technical guidelines and examine several "getting started" strategies to help ensure that our digital information and learning materials are perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust for our school community at large, students, parents, and staff. Topics relevant for both school/district website administrators and teachers will include: defining alternative text for images and graphics, creating accessible PDFs (as well as alternative strategies), captions and transcripts for videos, and best practices for the use of contrast and color in digital materials.

  • Max Class Size: 12

24. Learning First, Technology Second PLC: Virtual Meetings for 2019-2020

Program: LHRIC - Instructional Technology (Model Schools Courses)

Audience: L1, T2 Participating Districts 2019-2020

Dates: 10/30/2019 to 4/23/2020

Limited to Participating Districts
Virtual meetings for "Learning First, Technology Second" PLC.
  • Max Class Size: 25

25. [HVRBERN-CTLE ID #23120] Pre-Referral Considerations for ELLs (AM SESSION) - at Sullivan BOCES

Program: 2019-2020 - HV-RBE-RN

Audience: All teachers, administrators, teaching assistants, counselors and therapy providers of English Language Learners in all grades and settings

Dates: 11/1/2019

TO REGISTER FOR THIS WORKSHOP, PLEASE USE THE FOLLOWING LINK TO ENROLL AT SULLIVAN BOCES' SITE: CLICK HERE TO ENROLL

Educators teaching English Language Learners have the responsibility to ensure access to the most effective and appropriate learning environment. When an ELL student is struggling academically, educators need to understand the multiple and complex factors affecting a student's learning. Student behaviors observed may appear similar to characteristics of a disability and educators need to carefully rule out all factors that are not intrinsic to the individual. It is challenging to distinguish if language acquisition, cultural and linguistic diversity, gaps in learning or an actual disorder is at play. A multidisciplinary team must investigate, paying special attention to contexts and rule out systemic or external factors prior to making a referral.

In this workshop, participants will examine factors that must be considered when a student is at risk for referral to special education:
- What are the legal requirements of serving English Language Leaners?
- Who has knowledge of the process of second language acquisition and the linguistic background and history of the student?
- How does the quality of current classroom instruction and prior schooling experiences impact student performance?
- Are cultural dynamics or social-emotional resilience influencing interactions?
- How are interventions and assessments being utilized in decision making?
- What are the clinical markers of a disability and is there a deficit in the home language?

Registration/Sign-in: 8:00 am - 8:30 am

For questions regarding this activity, please contact the HV RBERN.
  • Max Class Size: 1

26. Fitter Students are Better Learners PE/HE CONSORTIUM MEMBERS ONLY

Program: 2019-2020 - PE and HE Consortium

Audience: Section One PE/HE Consortium Members

Dates: 11/1/2019

PE HE Consortium
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In this session, we will be discussing the neuroscience connected with brain functioning and fitness and exercise. I'll also show programs around the country and world that are using PE/Activity as an enhancement to learning.

"What Should be Included in a Comprehensive K-12 PE program" - What elements should be included in a well rounded PE program. The discussion will include elements of fitness, nutrition, sleep, mindfulness, team building, and leisure/lifetime activities.

This program may be used to meet 3.5 hours toward CTLE requirements. CTLE ID# 322. Check with your district for eligibility.

Fee:
Free for HE/PE teachers whose district is a member of the Section One Physical Education and Health Education Consortium.
For questions regarding this activity, please contact droselli@swboces.org.
  • Max Class Size: 50

27. Growing Lifelong Readers

Program: 2019-2020 - Literacy ELA

Audience: Teachers Grades K-5

Dates: 11/1/2019

The aim of this workshop is to understand the key components in promoting students' independent reading as a lifelong habit. We will explore ways to engage readers, how to create classroom libraries, and the variety of resources that make students love to read. By the end of the workshop, participants will have learned the following:An understanding of independent reading and its research base, Innovative ways to encourage independent reading and How to create a literacy-rich classroom culture.

This program may be used to meet 5.5 hours toward CTLE requirements. CTLE ID # 322. Check with your district for eligibility.

Fee:
$190 per participant for CoSer 555 members
$235 per participant for all others

The registration fee will apply unless cancellation is made one week prior to the workshop date.

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Dina Roselli Email Me.
  • Max Class Size: 25

28. SCORING THE NEW FRAMEWORK- BASED U.S. HISTORY & GOVERNMENT REGENTS

Program: 2019-2020 - Social Studies

Audience: Grade 11 US History and Government teachers, department chairpersons

Dates: 11/1/2019

This workshop focuses on the changes in the United States and History curriculum and corresponding changes in instruction and assessment. Participants will learn about:


• The new 2020 Framework-Based US History & Government Regents Exam and how it differs from the Global History and Geography Regents Exam

• Shifts in instructional practice to incorporate inquiry-based experiences. Emphasis will be placed on the critical role of Social Studies Practices/Skills. Practical and strategic steps will be shared regarding how to use and adapt Inquiries from the NYS Toolkit, as they align to the changes in the Framework and the new Regents template.

Then, using the latest materials developed by the Office of State Assessment of NYSED, this workshop will train teachers and administrators of Grade 11 to score the new Framework-based U.S. History Regents which will be administered for the first time in June 2020. Teachers will leave with the Part II Short Answer prototypes and their scoring rubric as well as a new sample Civic Literacy exemplar, the specific and generic rubrics, and anchor level papers with analysis. Participants will have the opportunity to learn how to design their own short answer and Civic Literacy essays to use as formative assessments in their classrooms. Special attention will be given to developing appropriate strategies for preparing English Language Learners and Students with Disabilities for these assessments.

This program may be used to meet 5.5 hours toward CTLE requirements. CTLE ID # 322. Check with your district for eligibility.

Fee:
$190 per participant for CoSer 555 members
$235 per participant for all others

The registration fee will apply unless cancellation is made one week prior to the workshop date.

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Dina Roselli Email Me.
  • Max Class Size: 30

29. SLS Makerspaces Tips, Tools & Tricks

Program: 2019-2020 - School Library Services

Audience: Librarians

Dates: 11/1/2019

This workshop will provide a FULL DAY of hands-on exposure to all items included in our Mobile Makerspace resource collection. Encourage interactive learning experiences so students can gather to create, invent and learn. Resources include: Makey, Makey, Cubelets, Sphero, Ozobot, Harry Potter Coding Kit, Cubetto, Dash, Construction Tools such as Magformers, K'nex, Lego kits and more.

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Susan Ackerman.

  • Max Class Size: 20

30. TLI - Tech Summit Conference

Program: LHRIC - Technology Leadership Institute (TLI)

Audience: District and School Administrators and Lead Instructional Staff

Dates: 11/1/2019

This event is designed to provide participants opportunities to delve in to Digital Wellness for the School Community through presentations by keynote Dr. Michael Rich and have a variety of opportunities to engage in discussion with experts and organizations around topics that are timely and relevant this year.

The program has been moved to a new venue which provides a huge vendor floor with over 45 organizations present. New Fusion sessions will be available for key district leaders to have focused conversations with our Diamond Sponsor in private rooms. Also new is the Solutions Playground area where participants will interact with organizations on critical topics as privacy and security, digital content and management, Assessment and Monitoring, personalized learning, Esports, and more.

Keynote Speaker: Michael Rich, MD, MPH, is Associate Professor of Pediatrics at Harvard Medical School, Associate Professor of Social and Behavioral Sciences at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, and practices Adolescent Medicine at Boston Children's Hospital. Pediatrician, researcher, father, and filmmaker, Dr. Rich is the Founder and Director of the Center on Media and Child Health (CMCH) and the first evidence-based medical program addressing physical, mental and social health issues associated with digital technology, the Clinic for Interactive Media and Internet Disorders (CIMAID).

Up to eight registrations available with annual membership. Breakfast and lunch provided. For questions regarding this activity, please contact Sarah Martabano.

  • Max Class Size: 400

31. [HVRBERN-CTLE ID #23120] Universal Design for Language Learners (PM SESSION) - at Sullivan BOCES

Program: 2019-2020 - HV-RBE-RN

Audience: All Classroom and Content Area Teachers, Administrators, Teaching Assistants and Speech or Reading Providers who support ELLs

Dates: 11/1/2019

TO REGISTER FOR THIS WORKSHOP, PLEASE USE THE FOLLOWING LINK TO ENROLL AT SULLIVAN BOCES' SITE: CLICK HERE TO ENROLL

Educators face a unique challenge when students are culturally, linguistically and academically diverse and yet, they are expected to meet common standards. Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a scientifically valid framework based on cognitive neuroscience that suggests variability within the learner is predictable and can be systematically addressed. UDL provides us with the guidelines to improve and optimize teaching and learning for all by planning instruction from the beginning that is culturally responsive and linguistically appropriate by being flexible, engaging, validating, strategic and motivating. When applied to English language learners, we can predict and create the access points students will need to succeed with a "one size fits all" curriculum and standards.

In this workshop, participants will be able to:
- Examine the Universal Design for Learning framework to see how it applies to teaching culturally and linguistically diverse learners.
- Identify the potential barriers, preferences and supports for multi-lingual learners within the content areas.
- Design instruction that takes into consideration learner variability and anticipate student needs.
- Utilize the principles of UDL to develop students that are purposeful and motivated, resourceful and knowledgeable, strategic and goal oriented learners.
- Analyze illustrations (case studies, lesson plans and classroom examples) of UDL in action for language learners and all students.

Registration/Sign-in: 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm

For questions regarding this activity, please contact the HV RBERN.
  • Max Class Size: 1

32. [ONLINE] Getting Started with Google Classroom

Program: LHRIC - Instructional Technology (Model Schools Courses)

Dates: 11/4/2019

You're about to register for a 100% online course!

How can Google Classroom help students stay organized and engaged? How can it help me, as a teacher stay organized in a digital learning environment? In this class, participants will develop the skills needed to create and manage a Google Classroom, gain an understanding of the ways that it can be applied both in and out of the classroom, and consider ways that blended learning (in a Google Classroom environment) can foster self-directed learning and collaboration. Through specific assignments and online dialogue, participants will be ready to use Google Classroom with fidelity and finesse.
Intended for those with little or no experience with Google Classroom.
Prerequisite: A school based Google account and password.

IMPORTANT NOTES: This course is 100% online. LHRIC Model Schools Courses utilize the Schoology Learning Management System. Upon registration, you will receive a welcome message from your instructor with information on how your course works, what you can expect, how to get help along the way, and steps you need to take in order to enroll.

This course begins on November 4. Participants will have until November 21 to successfully complete all modules, assignments and activities.
  • Max Class Size: 12

33. Building Leadership Capacity - Ongoing Training for Those Who Observe Teachers

Program: 2019-2020 - Leadership

Audience: This series is for administrators who will be participating in the observation cycle, observing teachers and participating on the post observation conference

Dates: 11/4/2019

Evidence-Based Feedback and Coaching Conversations impact instructional practice. Participants will further develop skill in evidence- based observation and examine a model that promotes teacher reflection through the observation process. This learning experience is appropriate for all Lead Evaluators who have been previously certified by their districts and can be used by districts as evidence for re certification. This is an advanced course for supervisors who will be observing teachers and/or serving as Lead Evaluators. The session will also include the most current updates from NYSED. Materials:
Participants should bring a copy of the rubric being used in their district for teacher evaluation.

Fee:
$190 per participant for CoSer 555 members
$235 per participant for all others

The registration fee will apply unless cancellation is made one week prior to the workshop date.

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Dina Roselli.
  • Max Class Size: 25

34. Digital Creativity for Wixie Users

Program: LHRIC - Instructional Technology (Model Schools Courses)

Dates: 11/4/2019

Wixie is a powerful online authoring tool for students and teachers to create original work, collaborate with their peers, and demonstrate understanding.

This half-day session is designed to provide you with dedicated and necessary work time in Wixie, where you can design materials for distribution to your students. We will begin with a demonstration of Wixie's content authoring tools, followed by supported working time for you to create your own lessons.

During this session, you will:

• Learn about Wixie's suite of content creation tools.nbh

• Explore Wixie's new collaboration ability that allows students to team up for project work.

• Dig into pre-designed activity templates

• Design your own lessons for use in the classroom.

Target Audience: Wixie users/subscribers that have an active Wixie account.
  • Max Class Size: 12

35. SLS:Transform Learning with the Reimagined ESIFC

Program: 2019-2020 - School Library Services

Audience: Librarians

Dates: 11/5/2019

The reimagined Empire State Information Fluency Continuum (ESIFC) will provide a comprehensive continuum of information fluency skills PK-12 and clear guidance for school librarians to integrate the teaching of essential information fluency and inquiry skills across all grade levels and throughout the curriculum. This workshop will help school librarians become familiar with the updates and changes in the ESIFC as well as develop plans to implement them in the curriculum. Presented by Christine Ciofolo, Kelsey Cohen and Melissa Iamonico

Special Pricing: Single Librarian = $190, 2-4 participants from a district = $150 per person, 5 or more participants from a district = $100 per person

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Susan Ackerman.

  • Max Class Size: 80

36. [HVRBERN-CTLE ID #23120] Hudson Valley Bilingual Educators' Conference - at Crestview Conference Center, West Nyack, NY

Program: 2019-2020 - HV-RBE-RN

Audience: Bilingual Teachers, Administrators, ENL Teachers

Dates: 11/5/2019

Wait List
The Hudson Valley RBERN is pleased to invite educators to our Bilingual Educators' Conference! Local educators will highlight the educational expertise happening in their schools and experts in the field will reinforce the value of multilingualism.

Conference Theme: Sustaining Multilingualism in the Hudson Valley

We welcome our keynote sessions and speakers:

AM Keynote: "I Like to Use My Bilingual Brain": Translanguaging Away from Raciolinguistic Ideologies in Bilingual Education, Nelson Flores, Ph.D., Graduate School of Education, University of Pennsylvania

PM Keynote: Deficits, Discourse, and Doing, Mario Palma, Vice President of Multilingual Teaching and Learning, American Reading Company

In addition to the keynote speakers, we will also have several AM and PM breakout sessions/workshops provided by leaders in bilingual education around New York State. A sign-up form for these sessions can be found at the bottom of this listing.

Breakfast and lunch will be provided.

CONFERENCE SCHEDULE:
BREAKFAST & REGISTRATION: 7:45 - 9:00 am
MORNING KEYNOTE: 9:00 - 10:30 am
MORNING BREAKOUT SESSION: 10:45 - 12:00 pm
LUNCH: 12:00 - 1:00 pm
AFTERNOON KEYNOTE: 1:05 - 2:05 pm
AFTERNOON BREAKOUT SESSION: 2:15 - 3:15 pm

Cost: Free

Please sign up for your breakout sessions at this link by the end of the day on Monday, October 21.

For questions regarding this activity, please contact the HV RBERN.

*Note: Our conference facility has a limited capacity; therefore, we suggest registering as soon as possible for this event. Furthermore, carpooling is strongly encouraged due to limited parking at the facility.
  • Max Class Size: 85

37. Regional Learning Community for Frontline IEP Fall 2019 -- AM SESSION

Program: LHRIC - Student Services Workshops

Dates: 11/6/2019

The learning community groups will provide you with information on new features and a review of key components in your database to keep your district or school in compliance with NYS Special Education regulations. There will also be time during the forum dedicated to your questions and networking with other schools. Registration begins at 8AM. Session begins at 8:30 For questions regarding this activity, please contact asimon@lhric.org
  • Max Class Size: 70

38. MAJOR STANDARDS IN GRADES PRE-K-2

Program: 2019-2020 - Mathematics

Audience: Teachers Grades Pre-K-2

Dates: 11/6/2019

Students' proficiency with addition and subtraction builds over the primary years. They start in Kindergarten by finding sums and differences to 5, and end in Grade 2 by building fluency in adding and subtracting within 100, while constructing mental math strategies that enhance number sense. This workshop will teach educators how to differentiate for ALL learners, examine standard expectations at each grade level, and provide strategies that help students achieve success.

This program may be used to meet 5.5 hours toward CTLE requirements. CTLE ID # 322. Check with your district for eligibility.

Fee:
$190 per participant for CoSer 555 members
$235 per participant for all others

The registration fee will apply unless cancellation is made one week prior to the workshop date.

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Dina Roselli Email Me.
  • Max Class Size: 25

39. Nonviolent Crisis Intervention® Two-Day Certification Training

Program: 2019-2020 - School Climate and Culture

Audience: School administrators, teachers, special education teachers, guidance counselors, social workers, psychologists, teaching assistants and aides, security staff and hall monitors

Dates: 11/6/2019 to 11/13/2019

Managing aggressive and violent behavior has become an essential skill for all school personnel. Staff members need safe, effective behavior management training designed to maintain the care, welfare, safety, and security of all in a crisis. Teachers and support staff will explore a range of "risk behaviors" and practice appropriate intervention strategies while maintaining the best possible professional attitude. Upon successful completion of this 2-day training and associated test, participants receive a one-year certification in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention® from the Crisis Prevention Institute.

Upon successful competition of a post-test, participants will receive a one-year certification in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention® from the Crisis Prevention Institute.

This program may be used to meet 11 hours toward CTLE requirements. CTLE ID# 322. Check with your district for eligibility.

Fee:
$380 per participant for CoSer 555 members
$470 per participant for all others

The registration fee will apply unless cancellation is made one week prior to the workshop date.

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Dina Roselli, droselli@swboces.org.
  • Max Class Size: 20

40. DreamBox Annual User Conference

Program: LHRIC - Instructional Technology (Model Schools Courses)

Audience: DreamBox users

Dates: 11/6/2019

Join us and DreamBox team this year to learn:


• Setting appropriate goals to generate growth


• Providing opportunities for teachers to share best practices and blended learning


• Exciting news on NWEA

Target Audience: DreamBox users/subscribers.
  • Max Class Size: 30

41. Edgenuity Courseware User Group

Program: LHRIC - Instructional Technology (Model Schools Courses)

Dates: 11/6/2019

The annual Edgenuity User Group event provides the perfect opportunity to:

• Learn from each other about successes, challenges and strategies.

• Review recent product updates, future plans and additional learning solutions available from our partners at Edgenuity.

• Update or formulate district and/or school goals as well as plans for support and assistance with LHRIC staff for the year.

• Understand and identify opportunities for students to use Edgenuity for Regents and AP prep.

  • Max Class Size: 25

42. Regional Learning Community for Frontline IEP Fall 2019 -- PM SESSION

Program: LHRIC - Student Services Workshops

Dates: 11/6/2019

The learning community groups will provide you with information on new features and a review of key components in your database to keep your district or school in compliance with NYS Special Education regulations. There will also be time during the forum dedicated to your questions and networking with other schools. Registration begins at 12 Noon. Session begins at 12:30 For questions regarding this activity, please contact asimon@lhric.org
  • Max Class Size: 70

43. Edgenuity-Compass My Path User Group

Program: LHRIC - Instructional Technology (Model Schools Courses)

Dates: 11/6/2019

User groups provide the opportunity for many districts using a common product to come together to share best practices, collaborate with others, share regional success stories, and hear what's upcoming and new. These small group sessions provide you the much needed voice to improve on a product with company members and to make connections that will extend your professional network.

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Caroline Calabrese.
  • Max Class Size: 20

44. [HVRBERN-CTLE ID #23120] Integrated Co-Teaching for ELLs - at Ulster BOCES

Program: 2019-2020 - HV-RBE-RN

Audience: Teams of ENL and content area co-teachers; common branches team leaders and secondary school department chairs, curriculum coordinators and school principals, Teaching Assistants

Dates: 11/7/2019

TO REGISTER FOR THIS WORKSHOP, PLEASE USE THE FOLLOWING LINK TO ENROLL AT ULSTER BOCES' SITE: CLICK HERE TO ENROLL

Through an interactive presentation approach, video demonstrations and hands-on activities, participants will gain a practical understanding of the 6 co-teaching models, using Marilyn Friend's and Honigsfeld & Dove's frameworks for collaborative instruction. Co-teachers will learn when and how to use the models presented, and will also be introduced to resources to help them differentiate between ENL Teacher instructional foci and Content Teacher instructional foci. Participants will receive a template for collaborative planning, and time to start planning within the cloud using the resources presented.

*Special Notes:
- This session is intended for ENL Co-Teaching partners and is best attended by ENL and Content/Common Branch pairs.
- Participants should bring laptops, tablets or Chromebooks to this session to enable planning in the cloud.

Registration/Sign-in: 8:00 am - 8:30 am

Cost: Free

Lunch: On your own

For questions regarding this activity, please contact the HV RBERN.
  • Max Class Size: 1

45. Beyond Behavior Charts and Reward Systems

Program: 2019-2020 - Special Education

Audience: K-12 general education and special education teachers Deans School counselors Paraprofessionals Assistant Principals Behavior Specialists

Dates: 11/7/2019

We often don't know what to do with students who exhibit challenging behavior. Behavior modification systems assume that the student requires motivation in order to change his/her behavior. That they can change their behavior if they only wanted to. However, 50 years of neuro-scientific research suggests that these challenging behaviors are actually due to specific neuro-cognitive skill deficits which can be taught.

Spend the day learning and practicing an evidence-based method effective in changing challenging behavior and actually rewiring the brain to build the missing cognitive skills causing the behavior. You will learn how to assess for the missing skills and how to collaborate with the student in order to solve the problem behavior. This strategy has been successful with Elementary, Middle and High School Students.

This program may be used to meet 5.5 hours toward CTLE requirements. Check with your district for eligibility.

Fee:
$190 per participant for CoSer 555 members
$235 per participant for all others

The registration fee will apply unless cancellation is made one week prior to the workshop date.

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Dina Roselli Email Me.
  • Max Class Size: 25

46. LHRIC: Master Schedule Builder Workshop (for secondary level)

Program: LHRIC - Student Services Workshops

Audience: Schedule Builders

Dates: 11/7/2019 to 11/8/2019

New
The Lower Hudson Regional Information Center (LHRIC) is hosting a two-day Master Schedule Builder Workshop at the 450 Mamaroneck Ave in Harrison on Nov 7th & 8th. The workshop on the first day will be held 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM and the second day will be held 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM. Participants in this comprehensive workshop will learn to build a Master Schedule that will accommodate the needs of students, teachers and staff. The Master Schedule Builder Workshop begins with an overview of the Master Schedule construction basics including planning, curriculum, course selection and decision making. The afternoon session on the first day will lead you through the actual step-by-step construction of a school Master Schedule. Various scheduling alternatives such as interdisciplinary teaming and block scheduling will be included. During day two, you will learn to analyze a scheduling run and manually manipulate the placement of sections to reduce conflict and improve class balance. The workshop will conclude with a "hands-on" scheduling exercise. This scheduling workshop is not associated with any specific computer program, and the skills and techniques presented can be applied to any scheduling program. You are encouraged to bring your computer to this workshop to participate in some of the online exercises. A limited number of computers are available. When you register, please indicate if you will be bringing your computer. This workshop is designed for all staff members involved in the scheduling process at the secondary level. It is an excellent opportunity to learn and share ideas. Please share this information with others you feel may benefit from this workshop. The registration fee for the two-day Master Schedule Builder Workshop is $475.00 per person which includes lunch onsite for workshop participants.
  • Max Class Size: 25

47. TEACHING MATH ALGORITHMS & THE MODELS THAT SUPPORT STUDENT UNDERSTANDING 3-5

Program: 2019-2020 - Mathematics

Audience: Teachers Grades 3-5

Dates: 11/7/2019

Students need to learn how to use standard algorithms. Understanding is key, rather than merely a correct answer. In this session, we will examine the algorithms used for addition, subtraction, multiplication and division with emphasis on place value understanding. We will also analyze various models that support students' understanding of the algorithm (area models, chip models, place value charts). We will also think about the language teachers use to describe the process of the algorithms.

This program may be used to meet 5.5 hours toward CTLE requirements. CTLE ID # 322. Check with your district for eligibility.

Fee:
$190 per participant for CoSer 555 members
$235 per participant for all others

The registration fee will apply unless cancellation is made one week prior to the workshop date.

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Dina Roselli Email Me.
  • Max Class Size: 25

48. Gamify - Fortify - Learn

Program: LHRIC - Instructional Technology (Model Schools Courses)

Dates: 11/7/2019

Consider the level of engagement you see when your students are playing games. Watch them collaborate, compete and search for strategies to win. See them persist in reaching the desired goal, no matter how difficult the task. How can you leverage that level of engagement and apply it to your own learning objectives? In this class you will explore some of the research done on gamification and game-based learning, you will learn the differences between the two, and you will explore ways to bring this practice into play in your classroom. Keep in mind that this workshop will not just cover computer or video games; we will explore role-playing games, scavenger hunts and games based on television shows such as Jeopardy. We'll also look at badging strategies and the outcomes that can result when you fortify learning through games. Come prepared to have fun!
  • Max Class Size: 12

49. [HVRBERN-CTLE ID #23120] An Educator's Guide to Migrant Students, Trauma & Social Emotional Learning (AM Session) - at Dutchess BOCES

Program: 2019-2020 - HV-RBE-RN

Audience: ENL Teachers, Content and General Education Teachers, Teaching Assistants, Building Leaders, Curriculum Administrators

Dates: 11/7/2019

TO REGISTER FOR THIS WORKSHOP, PLEASE USE THE FOLLOWING LINK TO ENROLL AT DUTCHESS BOCES' SITE: CLICK HERE TO ENROLL

When children are impacted by stress and trauma, supports must be provided to develop various skills in order to even begin to tackle the aftermath of these experiences. This workshop will build participants' awareness of the various traumas and stresses that can affect many of our students, specifically undocumented migrant students. We will identify practical classroom strategies for incorporating social emotional learning to support both teachers and students.

Registration/Sign-in: 9:00 am - 9:30 am

Cost: Free

For questions regarding this activity, please contact the HV RBERN.
  • Max Class Size: 1

50. NYS Mandated Autism Training (3 Hr. Course)

Program: 2019-2020 - Compliance

Audience: All professionals seeking educational certification

Dates: 11/7/2019

SWBOCES is sponsoring the following 3 hour NYS Mandated course: Training in Autism Spectrum Disorders - NYS Education Department Approved Training

As part of the New York State Regulations, this workshop will address the needs of autistic children. This overview will meet the state mandate for certification and will include the following topics:
-Definitions
-Etiology and prevalence
-Characteristics
-Evidenced-based instructional methods
-Behavior management resources

KEY BENEFITS OF ATTENDING THIS WORKSHOP:
1)Meet the state mandate for certification.
2)Gain knowledge of definitions, needs and evidence-based interventions to work with the growing population of students with autism.

Please arrive on time. Latecomers cannot be admitted due to NYS Education Department guidelines for certification.

IMPORTANT: A TEACH account is required to verify attendance to NYSED. To create a TEACH account, please go to: http:www.highered.nysed.gov/tcert/teach/.

This program may be used to meet 3 hours toward CTLE requirements. CTLE ID# 322. Check with your district for eligibility.

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Dina Roselli droselli@swboces.org.
  • Max Class Size: 20

51. SLS OPALS User Group Meeting

Program: 2019-2020 - School Library Services

Audience: OPALS Users

Dates: 11/7/2019

The Southern Westchester BOCES School Library System will host an OPALs User Group meeting at 450 Mamaroneck Avenue, Harrison, NY. The meeting will be from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Lunch will be provided courtesy of OPALS from 12 - 1pm at Cermele's Cafe, 4th floor. The meeting continues from 1-3pm with fellow librarians at this informative FREE User Group meeting with Harry Chan to learn how to get the most out of your library software and have your questions answered by the knowledgeable CEO of MediaFlex. You will gain valuable insight on the latest features and updates!

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Susan Ackerman .

  • Max Class Size: 30

52. [HVRBERN-CTLE ID #23120] An Educator's Guide to Migrant Students, Trauma & Social Emotional Learning (PM Session) - at Dutchess BOCES

Program: 2019-2020 - HV-RBE-RN

Audience: ENL Teachers, Content and General Education Teachers, Teaching Assistants, Building Leaders, Curriculum Administrators

Dates: 11/7/2019

TO REGISTER FOR THIS WORKSHOP, PLEASE USE THE FOLLOWING LINK TO ENROLL AT DUTCHESS BOCES' SITE: CLICK HERE TO ENROLL

When children are impacted by stress and trauma, supports must be provided to develop various skills in order to even begin to tackle the aftermath of these experiences. This workshop will build participants' awareness of the various traumas and stresses that can affect many of our students, specifically undocumented migrant students. We will identify practical classroom strategies for incorporating social emotional learning to support both teachers and students.

Registration/Sign-in: 12:15 pm - 12:45 pm

Cost: Free

For questions regarding this activity, please contact the HV RBERN.
  • Max Class Size: 1

53. SLS Search for Success User Group Meeting

Program: 2019-2020 - School Library Services

Audience: OPALS Users

Dates: 11/7/2019

At this meeting, members can make sure their pages are accurate, fix any hiccups and have your questions answered by Harry Chan. You will gain valuable insight on the latest features and updates!

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Susan Ackerman .

  • Max Class Size: 30

54. SLS Collection Development

Program: 2019-2020 - School Library Services

Audience: Council Members

Dates: 11/8/2019

8:30-11:30- $100 per session, $250 for all three

Join Vicky Sweet as we explore collection development basics, including collection analysis, exploring curriculum needs, and ensuring well rounded collections. Vicky will also explore diverse topics, popular genres and more!

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Susan Ackerman.
  • Max Class Size: 20

55. USING THE EQUIP RUBRIC GRADES K-5

Program: 2019-2020 - Science

Audience: Teachers Grades K-5, Elementary School Science Specialists; Elementary School Principals

Dates: 11/8/2019

In this session, you will focus on how to use the EQuIP (Educators Evaluating the Quality of Instructional Products) Rubric while deepening your knowledge of NYSSLS. EQuIP is an initiative designed to identify high-quality materials aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and adapted to assess the NYSSLS. The purpose of the EQuIP rubric and review process is to:

• review existing lessons and units to determine what revisions are needed

• provide constructive criteria-based feedback and suggestions for improvement to developers

• identify examples/models for teachers' use within and across grades

• to inform curriculum decision-making including the development of new lessons, units, and other instructional materials.

This program may be used to meet 5.5 hours toward CTLE requirements. CTLE ID # 322. Check with your district for eligibility.

Fee:
$190 per participant for CoSer 555 members
$235 per participant for all others

The registration fee will apply unless cancellation is made one week prior to the workshop date.

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Dina Roselli Email Me.
  • Max Class Size: 25

56. Achieve3000: Teacher's Toolbox

Program: LHRIC - Instructional Technology (Model Schools Courses)

Audience: current Achieve3000 users

Dates: 11/8/2019

Are you seeking strategies to improve student performance and engagement through a differentiated approach?
This session will help to enhance your curriculum and provide targeted instruction using the features of Achieve3000.

We will explore Achieve3000 supports such as: scaffolding, customizing the delivery of articles, searching for topic-based materials, and assigning practice based on Common Core standards.

We will explore the ability to create customized collections of articles that can be shared among your building teachers.

Finally, we will dive into data and reporting, finding the most powerful reports for meeting your needs, explore scheduled data collections, and learn how to interpret and act upon those results.


Who Should Attend?
Current Achieve3000 users who want to engage their students in optimal learning environments will want to attend this workshop.

To learn more about this opportunity or for questions regarding this activity, please contact Mae Isaac.

  • Max Class Size: 12

57. SWBOCES PE/HE Consortium Meeting PE/HE CONSORTIUM MEMBERS ONLY

Program: 2019-2020 - PE and HE Consortium

Audience: Participating Districts in the HE/PE Section One Consortium

Dates: 11/8/2019

PE HE Consortium
First Meeting of the 2019-2020 school year.

Fee:
Free for members of the Section One Physical Education and Health Education Consortium.
For questions regarding this activity, please contact droselli@swboces.org.
  • Max Class Size: 50

58. NYSSLS IN CLASSROOM PRACTICE: 3-D UNIT AND LESSON PLANNING K-2

Program: 2019-2020 - Science

Audience: Teachers Grades K-2, Elementary School Science Specialists; Elementary School Principals

Dates: 11/12/2019

In this workshop we dive into the 3-dimensions of the NYSSLS to identify and emphasize big ideas in science. The 3-dimensions include Disciplinary Core Ideas (Physical Science, Life Science, and Earth and Space Sciences), Science and Engineering Practices, and Crosscutting Concepts. Together we design a timely interdisciplinary unit of study that seamlessly integrates ELA and Math with the NYSSLS. You will leave with a coherent NYSSLS-aligned unit plan and several lesson plans for immediate use in your classroom. Lesson plan design focuses on: Learning Goals, Activities for Learning, and Assessing for Learning.

This program may be used to meet 5.5 hours toward CTLE requirements. CTLE ID # 322. Check with your district for eligibility.

Fee:
$190 per participant for CoSer 555 members
$235 per participant for all others

The registration fee will apply unless cancellation is made one week prior to the workshop date.

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Dina Roselli Email Me.
  • Max Class Size: 25

59. [HVRBERN-CTLE ID #23120] Pre-Referral Considerations for ELLs - at Southern Westchester BOCES

Program: 2019-2020 - HV-RBE-RN

Audience: All teachers, administrators, teaching assistants, counselors and therapy providers of English Language Learners in all grades and settings

Dates: 11/12/2019

Educators teaching English Language Learners have the responsibility to ensure access to the most effective and appropriate learning environment. When an ELL student is struggling academically, educators need to understand the multiple and complex factors affecting a student's learning. Student behaviors observed may appear similar to characteristics of a disability and educators need to carefully rule out all factors that are not intrinsic to the individual. It is challenging to distinguish if language acquisition, cultural and linguistic diversity, gaps in learning or an actual disorder is at play. A multidisciplinary team must investigate, paying special attention to contexts and rule out systemic or external factors prior to making a referral.

In this workshop, participants will examine factors that must be considered when a student is at risk for referral to special education:
- What are the legal requirements of serving English Language Leaners?
- Who has knowledge of the process of second language acquisition and the linguistic background and history of the student?
- How does the quality of current classroom instruction and prior schooling experiences impact student performance?
- Are cultural dynamics or social-emotional resilience influencing interactions?
- How are interventions and assessments being utilized in decision making?
- What are the clinical markers of a disability and is there a deficit in the home language?

Registration/Sign-in: 8:30 am - 9:00 am

Lunch: On your own

For questions regarding this activity, please contact the HV RBERN.
  • Max Class Size: 30

60. Active Learning Center Tour and Open House AM

Program: LHRIC - Instructional Technology (Model Schools Courses)

Dates: 11/12/2019

For four years, the LHRIC Active Learning Center (ALC) has served as a hub of discovery and exploration for those interested in active learning spaces and flexible learning environments.

Join us for an "open house" style session designed exclusively for participating Model Schools districts. During these virtual tours, we will provide a brief introduction to the LHRIC ALC and the three critical factors for consideration when developing and designing 21st century learning spaces. You are encouraged to bring a colleague or a small team! You will have the opportunity to learn in an authentic and risk-free, hands-on active learning environment, and will leave with a toolkit of strategies to assist in your own journey, regardless of your starting point.

Take a virtual tour of the LHRIC ALC at http://alc.lhric.org.
  • Max Class Size: 12

61. SLS Professional Book Club - Fact vs. Fiction: Teaching Critical Thinking Skills in the Age of Fake News

Program: 2019-2020 - School Library Services

Audience: Librarians

Dates: 11/12/2019

The School Library System will offer courses that will be eligible for CTLE hours or in-service credit. Participants seeking in-service credit must obtain district approval in advance. Each session will provide 3 hours of credit as participants are expected to read the materials in advance to actively participate in the discussion.

BOOK: Fact vs. Fiction: Teaching Critical Thinking Skills in the Age of Fake News by Darren Hudgkins

Participants will read the book prior to attending and will then participate in a critical discussion and planning session to implement strategies outlined in the book.

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Susan Ackerman.

  • Max Class Size: 30

62. SLS Virtual Reality for Librarians

Program: 2019-2020 - School Library Services

Audience: K-12 School Librarians

Dates: 11/13/2019

LIMITED TO 15 PARTICIPANTS 8:30-3:00 - $190 for individual session 2 day series = $345

Learn how to take students on virtual journeys around the globe, and even view the inside of a human heart! With today's virtual reality technology, students can experience this right from the comfort of their classroom using tools such as Google Expeditions, Nearpod VR, CoSpaces, and many more! During this session, you will take a deep dive into Virtual Reality (VR) devices and apps, and will develop an understanding of how both educators and students can learn more about the world around them through immersive VR experiences.

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Susan Ackerman.

  • Max Class Size: 15

63. TAPE DIAGRAMING GRADES 3-5

Program: 2019-2020 - Mathematics

Audience: Teachers Grades 3-5

Dates: 11/13/2019

Participants in this session will study the progression of the fraction standards in grades 3-5. This is the first step in understanding how to differentiate instruction. We will examine models and strategies that are used effectively across the grade levels.

This program may be used to meet 5.5 hours toward CTLE requirements. CTLE ID # 322. Check with your district for eligibility.

Fee:
$190 per participant for CoSer 555 members
$235 per participant for all others

The registration fee will apply unless cancellation is made one week prior to the workshop date.

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Dina Roselli Email Me.
  • Max Class Size: 25

64. Gradpoint User Group

Program: LHRIC - Instructional Technology (Model Schools Courses)

Dates: 11/13/2019

The annual Gradpoint User Group event provides the perfect opportunity to:

• Learn from each other about successes, challenges and strategies.

•Review recent product updates, future plans and additional learning solutions available from our partners at Gradpoint.

•Update or formulate district and/or school goals as well as plans for support and assistance with LHRIC staff for the year.

•Understand and identify opportunities for students to use Gradpoint for Regents and AP prep.
  • Max Class Size: 25

65. EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT: BUILDING EXECUTIVE FUNCTION STRATEGIES IN THE CLASSROOM FOR STUDENT SUCCESS

Program: 2019-2020 - Special Education

Audience: Grades 3-12 general and Special Education teachers

Dates: 11/14/2019

Have you ever had a student who demonstrated strong verbal and thinking skills but when put to the task of independently completing work can't seem to succeed? They are insightful during class discussions but can't hand in homework? This could be the result of weak executive functions, a set of processes that involve mental control and self-regulation. In this workshop participants will not only gain a deeper understanding of the executive functions and how they impact school success, but they will also walk away with interventions and strategies to help.

This program may be used to meet 5.5 hours toward CTLE requirements. Check with your district for eligibility.

Fee:
$190 per participant for CoSer 555 members
$235 per participant for all others

The registration fee will apply unless cancellation is made one week prior to the workshop date.

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Dina Roselli Email Me.
  • Max Class Size: 25

66. FOSTERING SOCIAL & EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT TO IMPROVE LEARNING

Program: 2019-2020 - Instructional Best Practices

Audience: Classroom teachers

Dates: 11/14/2019

The end result of schooling is to promote lifelong learners and productive citizens. To accomplish this goal, educators need to understand the importance of promoting their students' social and emotional development. It is not enough that students score well on tests; they need to understand their styles of learning, motivations, and the ability to form personal relationships to become successful adults. This workshop focuses on opportunities to integrate social and emotional learning in the classroom and will provide strategies to create welcoming learning environments that bring out the best in all students.

This program may be used to meet 5.5 hours toward CTLE requirements. CTLE ID # 322. Check with your district for eligibility.

Audience: Elementary Classroom Teachers

Fee:
$190 per participant for CoSer 555 members
$235 per participant for all others

The registration fee will apply unless cancellation is made one week prior to the workshop date.

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Dina Roselli Email Me.
  • Max Class Size: 40

67. NYSCATE: ISTE Certification for Educators (REGISTER ON THE NYSCATE WEBSITE IN DESCRIPTION)

Program: LHRIC - Instructional Technology (Model Schools Courses)

Dates: 11/14/2019 to 11/15/2019

REGISTRATION IS AVAILABLE ON THE NYSCATE WEBSITE ONLY.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

You will not be able to register on My Learning Plan for this event at this time.
  • Max Class Size: 50

68. PLANNING FOR IMPLEMENTATION: NEXT STEPS FOR NEXT GENERATION STANDARDS

Program: 2019-2020 - Mathematics

Audience: Administrators, Teacher Leaders, PLC Leaders, Teachers

Dates: 11/14/2019

You're familiar with the Next Generation Standards. You've studied the Crosswalks and Snapshots. What now? How will you inform teachers? How will you adjust curricula? What next steps need to happen? What plan will you use to comply with the new standards?

This program may be used to meet 5.5 hours toward CTLE requirements. CTLE ID # 322. Check with your district for eligibility.

Fee:
$190 per participant for CoSer 555 members
$235 per participant for all others

The registration fee will apply unless cancellation is made one week prior to the workshop date.

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Dina Roselli Email Me.
  • Max Class Size: 25

69. Coding with Apple: Intro to Swift Playgrounds and Creating Augmented Reality Apps

Program: LHRIC - Instructional Technology (Model Schools Courses)

Dates: 11/14/2019

At this workshop, you'll discover how Swift Playgrounds-an iPad app that makes learning to code fun and interactive-can help you introduce your students to coding. In the morning, we will demonstrate how to solve puzzles with Swift, a powerful programming language created by Apple. You'll also explore Learn to Code lessons that help students develop fundamental coding skills; while mastering your own.

In the afternoon, we will expand our ability to apply coding skills to real world applications by exploring XCode, Apple's primary tool for app development. Regardless of past experience with code, we will provide tools and resources needed to get started with the creation of engaging and immersive AR content.
  • Max Class Size: 12

70. Differentiated Centers/Stations

Program: 2019-2020 - Special Education

Audience: K-8 General and Special Education Teachers

Dates: 11/15/2019 to 12/16/2019

Learn how to set up successful Center/Station learning from soup to nuts. Then learn how to differentiate it so that all students get the learning they need in each center and proceed through the centers independently. Walk away with a complete differentiated Center to bring back to your classroom

This program may be used to meet 5.5 hours toward CTLE requirements. Check with your district for eligibility.

Fee:
$380 per participant for CoSer 555 members
$470 per participant for all others

The registration fee will apply unless cancellation is made one week prior to the workshop date.

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Dina Roselli Email Me.
  • Max Class Size: 25

71. Shared Reading Practices to Grow Your Readers

Program: 2019-2020 - Literacy ELA

Audience: Teachers Grades K-2, Coaches, Administrators

Dates: 11/15/2019

Drawing on the work of Don Holdaway, Bobbi Fisher and Brenda Parkes, participants will learn how shared reading supports students in building a sense of community, learning to love books and strategies that later support successful independent reading.

This program may be used to meet 5.5 hours toward CTLE requirements. CTLE ID # 322. Check with your district for eligibility.

Fee:
$190 per participant for CoSer 555 members
$235 per participant for all others

The registration fee will apply unless cancellation is made one week prior to the workshop date.

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Dina Roselli Email Me.
  • Max Class Size: 25

72. TAPE DIAGRAMING GRADES 6-8

Program: 2019-2020 - Mathematics

Audience: Teachers Grades 6-8

Dates: 11/15/2019

Participants in this session will study the progression of the fraction standards in grades 3-5. This is the first step in understanding how to differentiate instruction. We will examine models and strategies that are used effectively across the grade levels.

This program may be used to meet 5.5 hours toward CTLE requirements. CTLE ID # 322. Check with your district for eligibility.

Fee:
$190 per participant for CoSer 555 members
$235 per participant for all others

The registration fee will apply unless cancellation is made one week prior to the workshop date.

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Dina Roselli Email Me.
  • Max Class Size: 25

73. 21st Century Guided Reading

Program: 2019-2020 - Literacy ELA

Audience: Teachers Grades 3-8

Dates: 11/18/2019

This workshop will examine guided reading structures in a student-centered classroom. We will focus on using a variety of resources, evidence-based practices and technology to help students succeed and grow as readers. Through this model, teachers will be able to utilize components of guided reading to foster meaningful practice and monitor student progress. Topics will include grouping, leveled texts, questioning techniques and facilitation of guided reading groups.

This program may be used to meet 5.5 hours toward CTLE requirements. CTLE ID # 322. Check with your district for eligibility.

Fee:
$190 per participant for CoSer 555 members
$235 per participant for all others

The registration fee will apply unless cancellation is made one week prior to the workshop date.

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Dina Roselli Email Me.
  • Max Class Size: 20

74. Nonviolent Crisis Intervention® Key Points Refresher Recertification

Program: 2019-2020 - School Climate and Culture

Audience: Participants who have completed the two-day Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training during the 2018-2019 school year

Dates: 11/18/2019

The Nonviolent Crisis Intervention® Key Points Refresher is designed to help improve understanding of key program concepts, enhance skills and provide strategies to apply the information to workplace realities. Upon successful competition of a post-test, participants receive a one-year certification in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention® from the Crisis Prevention Institute.

This program may be used to meet 5.5 hours toward CTLE requirements. Check with your district for eligibility.

Fee:
$190 per participant for CoSer 555 members
$235 per participant for all others

The registration fee will apply unless cancellation is made one week prior to the workshop date.

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Dina Roselli, droselli@swboces.org.
  • Max Class Size: 20

75. Design Thinking Across the Discipline Areas

Program: LHRIC - Instructional Technology (Model Schools Courses)

Dates: 11/18/2019

The term "design thinking" is often exclusively attached to makerspaces and STEAM labs. However, design thinking is a flexible framework for getting the most out of the creative process. It is used in the arts, in engineering, in the corporate world, and in social and civic spaces. It is a thinking process that assumes that designs can always be improved, and allows for all students to create their own meaning in learning.

During our workshop, we will:
- Develop a common frame of reference for design thinking; Discuss how to facilitate classroom experiences to help students practice design thinking across the grade levels;
- Explore the role of technology in design thinking; Use current design thinking frameworks that can be easily utilized to nurture design thinking skills and habits of mind in students of all ages.
  • Max Class Size: 12

76. [HVRBERN-CTLE #23120] World Language Standards Review Committee for the Hudson Valley Region (OPEN ONLY TO COMMITTEE MEMBERS) - at SUNY New Paltz

Program: 2019-2020 - HV-RBE-RN

Audience: Committee Members Only

Dates: 11/18/2019

The Regional World Language Standards Review Committees are working with the OBEWL and the World Language Leadership Team to plan and implement the World Language Standards Revision Process. Their end product will be a set of recommended revised standards for World Languages to be submitted to the Board of Regents for consideration and adoption.

For questions regarding this activity, please contact the HV RBERN.
  • Max Class Size: 35

77. SHOW ME WHAT YOU KNOW: ASSESSING 3D LEARNING

Program: 2019-2020 - Science

Audience: Teachers Grades 3-5, Elementary School Science Specialists; Elementary School Principals

Dates: 11/19/2019

Are you focusing on three-dimensional teaching and learning and wondering about how to shift your assessment practices to include this new approach? Are you interested in collaborating with other teachers and science content experts to construct meaningful 3D assessments to align with NYSSLS? In this workshop, we share strategies for developing 3D assessments, including student self- assessment, formative assessment, and summative assessments designed to encourage students to show what they know. After reviewing assessments with game/story-like features designed to elicit responses from students that uncover their thought processes, we will work in small groups to develop a collection of useful strategies and approaches to use with your 3-5 students.

This program may be used to meet 5.5 hours toward CTLE requirements. CTLE ID # 322. Check with your district for eligibility.

Fee:
$190 per participant for CoSer 555 members
$235 per participant for all others

The registration fee will apply unless cancellation is made one week prior to the workshop date.

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Dina Roselli Email Me.
  • Max Class Size: 25

78. SLS School Librarians Leading the Way for Intellectual Freedom

Program: 2019-2020 - School Library Services

Audience: Librarians

Dates: 11/19/2019

8:30-11:30- $100 per session, $190 for both

Participants will:

• Explore the meaning and implications of the ALA Bill of Rights and Code of Ethics

• Analyze additional documents including those relating to minors and Intellectual Freedom

• Examine the fifth Common Belief of the AASL National School Library Standards for Learners, School Librarians, and School Libraries and discuss how it affects the library program.

• Expand their understanding of Intellectual Freedom to include Equity, Inclusion, and Diversity as well as Privacy

• Discover how standing for Intellectual Freedom and Equal Access to Information demonstrates leadership and promotes the library program.

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Susan Ackerman.

  • Max Class Size: 20

79. THREAT ASSESSMENT TEAM WORKSHOP

Program: 2019-2020 - School Safety

Audience: Administrators, Mental Health Professionals, Law Enforcement Personnel or Liaisons, Directors of Facilities, SROs and anyone on a Building Level Emergency Response Planning Team

Dates: 11/19/2019

What do we really mean by threat assessment?
Do you need a threat assessment team?
Who should be on that team?
How is a threat assessment conducted?
What are some models of threat assessment that are in practice?
These and other questions will be answered at this THREAT ASSESSMENT TEAM WORKSHOP. In addition, you will also walk away with a practical toolkit for creating your own Assessment team.

Fee:
CoSer Members $0
Non CoSer Members $50
Law Enforcement $0

This program may be used to meet hours toward CTLE requirements. CTLE ID# 322. Check with your district for eligibility.
For questions regarding this activity, please contact droselli@swboces.org.
  • Max Class Size: 50

80. A Thousand Words, Using Digital Imagery in The Classroom

Program: LHRIC - Instructional Technology (Model Schools Courses)

Dates: 11/19/2019

Once a luxury item, pictures are everywhere in today's world. Still images and photos are powerful tools in the modern classroom. From primary source documents and historic photographs to cartoons and images of everyday life, teachers can use digital images to enhance their teaching and reach different learning styles.

In this class, learners will explore free web resources to:

- Find appropriate and relevant images on sites such as Pics4Learning and Google Images
- Organize and store those images with cloud-based tools such as Google Photos
- Crop Images to make them specific to your lesson
- Edit the images to highlight important features using tools like Pixlr
- Use all of these techniques to help build fun and exciting activities to reach all learners
  • Max Class Size: 12

81. SLS Preparing Policies to Promote and Protect Intellectual Freedom

Program: 2019-2020 - School Library Services

Audience: Librarians

Dates: 11/19/2019

12:00-3:00- $100 per session, $190 for both

Participants will:

• Briefly review the "Most Challenged Books" list and discuss specific examples.

• Collaboratively begin work on developing a Selection and Reconsideration Policy

•Discover the resources and other support from ALA to deal with challenges.

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Susan Ackerman.

  • Max Class Size: 20

82. STEAM Playdate Hosted by Teq and LHRIC

Program: LHRIC - Instructional Technology (Model Schools Courses)

Dates: 11/20/2019

STEAM Playdates are designed for teachers, STEM/STEAM Coordinators, and Math/Science Coordinators. Launching or maintaining a systemic STEM program can be daunting, especially regarding the selection of the software, tools and equipment that are most appropriate to support learning objectives. This event will help schools properly select STEM products, considering grade band, teacher skills, school environment, and desired outcomes.

We will explore carefully selected resources that can assist students with the engineering and design process, coding/programming, artistic and engineering design, testing and troubleshooting, and original creative expression. You will have the opportunity to complete guided activities and interact with tools and resources from a selection of STEAM, engineering and coding resources.

In the morning, we will spotlight/showcase products from selected vendors to help participants enhance their own library of materials. If you are interested in rolling up your sleeves and getting "hands on" in a safe and fun learning environment, this session is the perfect opportunity to mingle with fellow learners. In the afternoon, we will examine ways in which these products and tools can help support teaching and assessing Next Generation Math and Science standards.
  • Max Class Size: 12

83. ADMINISTRATOR THINKING SESSIONS - November 2019

Program: 2019-2020 - Leadership

Audience: Central Office teammate and district represntatives

Dates: 11/20/2019

These lunch-and-learn sessions are offered free throughout the year to our component district administrators. They provide the opportunity to network with other leaders. Monthly topics, informed by our partners in the field, are emailed before meetings. Administrators may bring lunch and engage in a targeted learning experience designed to provide a shared platform for navigating challenges.

Fee: Free

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Dina Roselli Email Me.
  • Max Class Size: 30

84. ELEMENTARY STEM LEADERSHIP NETWORK

Program: 2019-2020 - Science

Audience: Grades K-5, Science and Math teachers, Math and Science leaders and coordinators

Dates: 11/20/2019 to 5/4/2020

The Elementary STEM Leadership Network is a group of regional K-5 science and math teachers, K-5 science and math supervisors/coordinators who are responsible for leading school/district elementary level science and math teaching and learning. We will discuss current national, state, and local curricular and pedagogical trends in elementary science and math education. A key function of the Network is to identify successes and challenges in STEM education in our local districts, provide feedback on SWBOCES' existing services and inform our services forward, and to network with other elementary STEM professionals. For details contact Dr. Mary Elizabeth Wilson at mwilson@swboces.org; 914-345-8500, x. 3109

This program may be used to meet 5.5 hours toward CTLE requirements. CTLE ID # 322. Check with your district for eligibility.

Fee:
FREE

The registration fee will apply unless cancellation is made one week prior to the workshop date.

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Dina Roselli Email Me.
  • Max Class Size: 25

85. SLS Council Meeting

Program: 2019-2020 - School Library Services

Audience: Council Members

Dates: 11/21/2019

The School Library System Council is responsible for developing and approving the Plan of Service; is responsible for monitoring the implementation of the Plan of Service; recommends for approval the annual budget prior to submission to the District Superintendent for his signature; and supports the activities of the School Library System, through service on a committee.

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Susan Ackerman.
  • Max Class Size: 20

86. TASK ANALYSIS AND EXPLICIT INSTRUCTION

Program: 2019-2020 - Special Education

Audience: General Education and Special Education Teachers K-12, Reading Specialists, Intervention Teachers

Dates: 11/21/2019

Do you give your students directions for an activity but when they begin, they don't know what to do or get stuck multiple times throughout? Do you teach a lesson and discover that most of your students are not getting it? It could be that your students require Explicit Instruction. This method of teaching follows the "I do, we do, you do" model of teaching. It also requires teachers to analyze the task or objective, understand students' current level of functioning, and create a lesson that provides a step-by-step scaffold leading to student success. This workshop will provide opportunities for you to plan and away with a lesson you can use tomorrow with your class and an ongoing strategy for your teaching tool chest.

This program may be used to meet 5.5 hours toward CTLE requirements. Check with your district for eligibility.

Fee:
$190 per participant for CoSer 555 members
$235 per participant for all others

The registration fee will apply unless cancellation is made one week prior to the workshop date.

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Dina Roselli Email Me.
  • Max Class Size: 25

87. UNDERSTANDING TEXT COMPLEXITY

Program: 2019-2020 - Literacy ELA

Audience: Teachers Grades K-12

Dates: 11/21/2019

In this workshop, we will discuss the components of text complexity and how to teach students to read, using complex texts. We will also focus on how to help students persevere through challenging texts by providing models and appropriate scaffolds. Teachers will be given an opportunity to work through short passages of texts and plan their own lessons. We will share and practice strategies to work through a variety of complex texts.

This program may be used to meet 5.5 hours toward CTLE requirements. CTLE ID # 322. Check with your district for eligibility.

Audience: Teachers Grades K-12

Fee:
$190 per participant for CoSer 555 members
$235 per participant for all others

The registration fee will apply unless cancellation is made one week prior to the workshop date.

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Dina Roselli Email Me.
  • Max Class Size: 25

88. [HVRBERN-CTLE ID #23120] Guided Reading Instruction for ELLs: Assessment, Design and Delivery - at Orange-Ulster BOCES

Program: 2019-2020 - HV-RBE-RN

Audience: ENL Teachers, Content & General Education Teachers, Teaching Assistants, Building and District Leaders, Curriculum Administrators

Dates: 11/21/2019

Wait List
TO REGISTER FOR THIS WORKSHOP, PLEASE USE THE FOLLOWING LINK TO ENROLL AT ORANGE-ULSTER BOCES' SITE: CLICK HERE TO ENROLL

In this workshop, participants will discuss how Guided Reading instruction relates to the specific needs of ELLs. Participants will explore traditional guided reading practices and how they can be differentiated for ELLs with developing language proficiency. Participants will also learn how reading assessments might look different for ELL students, and which appropriate assessment modifications can be made when assessing ELLs reading levels. Participants will work with a guided reading lesson designed for ELL/MLL students and learn strategies they can immediately implement in their classrooms.

NOTE: Participants are strongly encouraged to bring a laptop, tablet or Chromebook.

Registration/Sign-in: 8:30 am - 9:00 am; Workshop begins PROMPTLY at 9 am

Lunch: Will be provided

Facility Fee: $20.00

For questions regarding this activity, please contact the HV RBERN.
  • Max Class Size: 1

89. Windows 10: An Overview of Microsoft's New Operating System

Program: LHRIC - Instructional Technology (Model Schools Courses)

Dates: 11/21/2019

Windows 7, Windows 8, and now Windows 10... each operating system has its purpose. During this three-hour session, you will learn how and why Windows 10 took the absolute best from Windows 7 and Windows 8 to provide users with new and streamlined efficiency. Join us to learn how to harness the latest resources available in the new Windows 10.

In this session you will explore the following Windows 10 features:


• Start Menu


• Personalized Start Menu


• Cortana and Cortana Tools


• Notification Window


• Task Bar


• Multiple Desktops

Please Note: This is an introductory class. No prior Windows 10 experience is required.
  • Max Class Size: 12

90. SLS Communication Coordinators Meeting

Program: 2019-2020 - School Library Services

Dates: 11/21/2019

In order to ensure that school libraries throughout our region are supporting their district's goal of graduating College and Career-Ready students, one librarian representative from each district, appointed by the Superintendent, joins their colleagues four times a year to engage in collaborative professional development and informational sessions. These meetings are an essential way to focus on Common Core Learning Standards, relevant resources, curriculum development, primary resources and technology. There is no charge for this membership/service; the program is state mandated and supported, in part by New York State Aid. For questions regarding this activity, please contact Susan Ackerman.
  • Max Class Size: 40

91. [HVRBERN-CTLE ID #23120] An Educator's Guide to Migrant Students, Trauma & Social Emotional Learning (AM SESSION) - at Sullivan BOCES

Program: 2019-2020 - HV-RBE-RN

Audience: ENL Teachers, Content and General Education Teachers, Teaching Assistants, Building Leaders, Curriculum Administrators

Dates: 11/22/2019

TO REGISTER FOR THIS WORKSHOP, PLEASE USE THE FOLLOWING LINK TO ENROLL AT SULLIVAN BOCES' SITE: CLICK HERE TO ENROLL

When children are impacted by stress and trauma, supports must be provided to develop various skills in order to even begin to tackle the aftermath of these experiences. This workshop will build participants' awareness of the various traumas and stresses that can affect many of our students, specifically undocumented migrant students. We will identify practical classroom strategies for incorporating social emotional learning to support both teachers and students.

Registration/Sign-in: 8:00 - 8:30 am

Cost: Free

For questions regarding this activity, please contact the HV RBERN.
  • Max Class Size: 1

92. [HVRBERN-CTLE ID #23120] Pre-Referral Considerations for ELLs (AM SESSION) - at ULSTER BOCES

Program: 2019-2020 - HV-RBE-RN

Audience: All teachers, administrators, teaching assistants, counselors and therapy providers of English Language Learners in all grades and settings

Dates: 11/22/2019

TO REGISTER FOR THIS WORKSHOP, PLEASE USE THE FOLLOWING LINK TO ENROLL AT ULSTER BOCES' SITE: CLICK HERE TO ENROLL

Educators teaching English Language Learners have the responsibility to ensure access to the most effective and appropriate learning environment. When an ELL student is struggling academically, educators need to understand the multiple and complex factors affecting a student's learning. Student behaviors observed may appear similar to characteristics of a disability and educators need to carefully rule out all factors that are not intrinsic to the individual. It is challenging to distinguish if language acquisition, cultural and linguistic diversity, gaps in learning or an actual disorder is at play. A multidisciplinary team must investigate, paying special attention to contexts and rule out systemic or external factors prior to making a referral.

In this workshop, participants will examine factors that must be considered when a student is at risk for referral to special education:
- What are the legal requirements of serving English Language Leaners?
- Who has knowledge of the process of second language acquisition and the linguistic background and history of the student?
- How does the quality of current classroom instruction and prior schooling experiences impact student performance?
- Are cultural dynamics or social-emotional resilience influencing interactions?
- How are interventions and assessments being utilized in decision making?
- What are the clinical markers of a disability and is there a deficit in the home language?

Registration/Sign-in: 8:00 am - 8:30 am

Lunch: On your own

For questions regarding this activity, please contact the HV RBERN.
  • Max Class Size: 1

93. BUILDING ARGUMENT ELA AND SS

Program: 2019-2020 - Literacy ELA

Audience: Teachers Grades K-12

Dates: 11/22/2019

In this workshop, we will focus on the components of an argument and how can we teach students to write arguments in various content areas. This workshop will also focus on structures that need to be in place to build a cohesive written argument and what argument writing looks like on an assessment. ELA teachers and Social Studies teachers are invited to work together to help each other teach students components of argument in both areas. Audience: Teachers Grades K-12

This program may be used to meet 5.5 hours toward CTLE requirements. CTLE ID # 322. Check with your district for eligibility.

Audience: Teachers Grades K-12

Fee:
$190 per participant for CoSer 555 members
$235 per participant for all others

The registration fee will apply unless cancellation is made one week prior to the workshop date.

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Dina Roselli Email Me.
  • Max Class Size: 25

94. Next Level Google Classroom Worksheets

Program: LHRIC - Instructional Technology (Model Schools Courses)

Dates: 11/22/2019

Take your Google Classroom worksheets to the next level through the use of interactive websites and Google Drawings! Google Drawings allow you to create interactive lessons and activities that allow for hands-on manipulation. Think along the lines of SMART Notebook, except that every single student will have the ability to complete every single activity! From graphic organizers to drag-and-drop activities, the possibilities are endless! Samples used for multiple grade levels/subject areas will be provided.
  • Max Class Size: 12

95. School Emergency Planning: Introduction to the Incident Command System

Program: 2019-2020 - School Safety

Audience: District or building level administrators, emergency response team members, security/safety coordinators.

Dates: 11/22/2019

The Incident Command System (ICS) is a standardized on-scene emergency framework used to manage small or large emergencies or non-emergency situations. Knowledge of this framework will allow you to interface effectively with multiple agencies by establishing common language and procedures. This course introduces ICS and provides the foundation for higher level ICS training. This course describes the history, features, principles and organizational structure of the Incident Command System. It also explains the relationship between ICS and the National Incident Management System (NIMS).

This program may be used to meet 3 hours toward CTLE requirements. CTLE ID # 322. Check with your district for eligibility.

Fee:
FREE for CoSer 644 members
$50 per participant for all others

The registration fee will apply unless cancellation is made one week prior to the workshop date.

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Dina Roselli Email Me.
  • Max Class Size: 20

96. [HVRBERN-CTLE ID #23120] Universal Design for Language Learners (PM SESSION) - at Ulster BOCES

Program: 2019-2020 - HV-RBE-RN

Audience: All Classroom and Content Area Teachers, Administrators, Teaching Assistants and Speech or Reading Providers who support ELLs

Dates: 11/22/2019

TO REGISTER FOR THIS WORKSHOP, PLEASE USE THE FOLLOWING LINK TO ENROLL AT ULSTER BOCES' SITE: CLICK HERE TO ENROLL

Educators face a unique challenge when students are culturally, linguistically and academically diverse and yet, they are expected to meet common standards. Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a scientifically valid framework based on cognitive neuroscience that suggests variability within the learner is predictable and can be systematically addressed. UDL provides us with the guidelines to improve and optimize teaching and learning for all by planning instruction from the beginning that is culturally responsive and linguistically appropriate by being flexible, engaging, validating, strategic and motivating. When applied to English language learners, we can predict and create the access points students will need to succeed with a "one size fits all" curriculum and standards.

In this workshop, participants will be able to:
- Examine the Universal Design for Learning framework to see how it applies to teaching culturally and linguistically diverse learners.
- Identify the potential barriers, preferences and supports for multi-lingual learners within the content areas.
- Design instruction that takes into consideration learner variability and anticipate student needs.
- Utilize the principles of UDL to develop students that are purposeful and motivated, resourceful and knowledgeable, strategic and goal oriented learners.
- Analyze illustrations (case studies, lesson plans and classroom examples) of UDL in action for language learners and all students.

Registration/Sign-in: 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm

Lunch: On your own

For questions regarding this activity, please contact the HV RBERN.
  • Max Class Size: 1

97. TLI - NYSCATE Annual Conference

Program: LHRIC - Technology Leadership Institute (TLI)

Audience: District and School Administrators and Lead Instructional Staff

Dates: 11/23/2019 to 11/26/2019

Registration for the annual NYSCATE conference is available through TLI annual membership. For details about this years' conference follow this link: NYSCATE Annual Conference Website. Up to eight registrations available with annual membership. Cancellations are required in MLP 35 days in advance to avoid charges to the district/LHRIC Contract for services in accordance with NYSCATE registration fees. Registration for one day or full conference are covered. No costs associate with travel, lodging or pre/post conference activities are covered with this service. For questions regarding this activity, please contact Sarah Martabano.
  • Max Class Size: 30

98. [HVRBERN-CTLE ID #23120] An Educator's Guide to Migrant Students, Trauma & Social Emotional Learning - at Putnam Northern Westchester BOCES

Program: 2019-2020 - HV-RBE-RN

Audience: ENL Teachers, Content and General Education Teachers, Teaching Assistants, Building Leaders, Curriculum Administrators

Dates: 11/25/2019

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TO REGISTER FOR THIS WORKSHOP, PLEASE USE THE FOLLOWING LINK TO ENROLL AT PUTNAM NORTHERN WESTCHESTER BOCES' SITE: CLICK HERE TO ENROLL

When children are impacted by stress and trauma, supports must be provided to develop various skills in order to even begin to tackle the aftermath of these experiences. This workshop will build participants' awareness of the various traumas and stresses that can affect many of our students, specifically undocumented migrant students. We will identify practical classroom strategies for incorporating social emotional learning to support both teachers and students.

This workshop will start promptly at 9am. Please arrive 15 minutes early.

Cost: Free

Lunch: Will be provided

For questions regarding this activity, please contact the HV RBERN.
  • Max Class Size: 1

99. [HVRBERN-CTLE ID #23120] Teaching Reading to English Language Learners - What's Different? (AM Session) - at Dutchess BOCES

Program: 2019-2020 - HV-RBE-RN

Audience: All Classroom Teachers, Administrators, Teaching Assistants and Speech or Reading providers who support ELLs in elementary classrooms

Dates: 11/26/2019

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TO REGISTER FOR THIS WORKSHOP, PLEASE USE THE FOLLOWING LINK TO ENROLL AT DUTCHESS BOCES' SITE: CLICK HERE TO ENROLL

Instruction in the 5 pillars of reading is necessary - but not sufficient - for developing literacy in English language learners.

In this workshop, participants will examine:
- An overview of second language acquisition
- What is different about teaching the key components of reading (phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary and comprehension) to ELLs
- Strategies for before, during and after reading supports
- How to create opportunities to develop oral language
- Cross-linguistic relationships in second-language learners and the sociocultural contexts for literacy development

Registration/Sign-in: 7:30 am - 8:00 am

Cost: Free

For questions regarding this activity, please contact the HV RBERN.
  • Max Class Size: 1

100. POSITIVE BEHAVIOR SUPPORTS: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Program: 2019-2020 - Special Education

Audience: Grades K-12 general education or special education teachers; speech-language pathologists; occupational therapists; psychologists; social workers; guidance counselors; administrators

Dates: 11/26/2019

Participants will explore the major tenets of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS). The workshop describes how shifting to a more positive behavioral support system improves academic, social, and emotional outcomes for both typically- developing students and students with special needs. Participants will discuss how to increase PBIS at the school, classroom, and therapy-room levels. By the conclusion of the workshop, participants will have an action-plan for increasing PBIS at their schools and resources to support why/how PBIS works.

This program may be used to meet 5.5 hours toward CTLE requirements. Check with your district for eligibility.

Fee:
$190 per participant for CoSer 555 members
$235 per participant for all others

The registration fee will apply unless cancellation is made one week prior to the workshop date.

For questions regarding this activity, please contact Dina Roselli Email Me.
  • Max Class Size: 25

101. The Mandated 6 Hour DASA Certification Class

Program: 2019-2020 - Compliance

Dates: 11/26/2019

This program will satisfy the NYSED requirement for 6 hours of training in harassment, bullying and discrimination prevention and intervention for any new certificate or license.

This training will address the social patterns of harassment, bullying and discrimination, marginalization and microaggressions, 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 or sex.
The training will also address:
* The identification and mitigation of harassment
* Bullying and discrimination
* Strategies for effectively addressing problems of exclusion, bias and aggression in educational settings.

Successful completion of the class will meet the certification requirements in Sec14(5) of Chapter 102 of the Laws of 2012.

Important: A TEACH account is required to verify attendance to NYSED. To create a TEACH account, please go to: http://www.highered.nysed.gov/tcert/teach/.

Please arrive on time. Latecomers cannot be admitted due to NYS Education Department guidelines for certification.

Fee: $120 per participant in the form of check or money order made out to SWBOCES.
For questions regarding this activity, please contact droselli@swboces.org.
  • Max Class Size: 30