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1. Distance Learning Practitioners Meeting (January 2024)

Program: NERIC: Special Events

Audience: Distance Learning Teachers, Classroom Facilitators and DL Coordinators

Dates: 1/26/2024

Location: CVES/FEH/SLL Rooms

It is that time of year again to plan on gathering with your fellow Distance Learning Teachers and Classroom Facilitators in January. We are, as always, truly thankful to work with each of you in providing students opportunities otherwise unavailable to them.

We encourage you to join us at the Distance Learning Practitioners Meeting, to allow veteran DL Practitioners (teachers and classroom facilitators), those new to the DL environment, and even those simply curious about the DL network, to continue sharing experiences; your successes, common pain points, and how you are helping to grow the DL program in all of the various learning environments.

The January Distance Learning Practitioners Meeting will be an in-person event held on Friday, January 26th from 12:30pm to 2:00pm at NERIC - 900 Watervliet-Shaker Road in Albany. We will be providing lunch at 12:00pm, so be sure to arrive by noon at NERIC in Albany! A virtual option will be made available upon request.

Please register soon to hold your place.

Please email dl@neric.org by January 19th with your questions and topics of discussion you would like covered during the meeting. We will facilitate the forum discussions using the feedback received from you.

We hope to see you on January 26th. Until then, stay well.

-Eileen Drescher, Melissa Boucher, Sharon Matthews, Jen Bloomingdale, Mike Sylofski, & Mary Graham-Morris

NOTE: This meeting is open to DL Practitioners from districts participating in the Full Distance Learning Program.

2. Distance Learning Practitioners Meeting (June 2024)

Program: NERIC: Special Events

Audience: Distance Learning Teachers, Classroom Facilitators and DL Coordinators

Dates: 6/14/2024

Location: CVES/FEH/SLL Rooms

As the end of the year approaches at the speed of light, we look forward to slowing down and connecting with you and your fellow Distance Learning Teachers and Classroom Facilitators in June. You are the driving force behind this crucial program, and we thank you for all that you do every day to make one classroom out of many!

We encourage you to join us at the Distance Learning Practitioners Meeting, to continue to share your experiences in all of the various learning environments. It provides time for veteran DL Practitioners (teachers and classroom facilitators), those new to the DL environment, and those not yet on the DL network, to share successes, common pain points, and how you are managing the DL experience for all your students.

The June Distance Learning Practitioners Meeting will be an in-person event held on Friday, June 14th from 12:30pm to 2:00pm at NERIC - 900 Watervliet-Shaker Road in Albany. We will be providing lunch at 12:00pm, so be sure to arrive by noon at NERIC in Albany! A virtual option will be made available upon request.

Please register soon to hold your place.

Please email dl@neric.org by June 10th with any questions and topics of discussion you would like covered during the meeting. We will facilitate the forum discussions using the feedback received from you.

We hope to see you on June 14th. Until then, stay well.

-Eileen Drescher, Melissa Boucher, Sharon Matthews, Jen Bloomingdale, Mike Sylofski, & Mary Graham-Morris

NOTE: This meeting is open to DL Practitioners from districts participating in the Full Distance Learning Program.

3. Grading for Opportunity

Program: School Support Services: General Professional Development

Dates: 7/24/2024 to 5/13/2025

Research indicates that there are many instances where "the ways we grade disproportionately favor students with privilege and harm students with less privilege: students of color, from low-income families, who receive special education services and English learners." (Feldman, 2019).

This professional development opportunity includes a full-day workshop in the summer, followed by four half day sessions to deepen the learning.

The purpose of this work is for participants to:
* Develop a greater understanding of inequitable grading practices.
* Reflect on grading practices and consider whether students are receiving feedback that describes what students know and are able to do.
* Analyze current grade reporting practices, and the degree to which they report students' knowledge and sills accurately and encourage intrinsic motivation among students.
* Learn from teachers and school administrators who are currently engaged in changing their grading practices and policies as they move toward achieving grading for equity.
* Create a long-term plan for changes in grading practices by exploring the essential elements of effective system's change.

Facilitator
Dr. Eva L. Jones is a leader in examining systems through the lens of cultural proficiency and providing culturally responsive professional development. Her research in developing culturally responsive systems in schools informs her work with teachers, administrators and district leaders as they come to understand the impact of bias and privilege on their daily work.

4. Future Superintendents Academy 2024-2025

Program: School Support Services: General Professional Development

Dates: 8/8/2024 to 5/3/2025

The Future Superintendents Academy is a comprehensive program to prepare high level administrators aspiring to become superintendents in the next 3-5 years. The Academy requires a year-long commitment, beginning in August 2024 and concluding in May 2025. The program will include discussions of critical topics relevant to the superintendency, simulations and case studies, journals, reading assignments, projects and coaching.

5. Self-Paced Passport to Reading: Yearlong Professional Development

Program: School Support Services: Library Media Services

Dates: 9/11/2024

An opportunity for librarians to integrate self-paced, self-selected deeper learning into the school year around reading and reading engagement to benefit their librarians and own knowledge and habits while building community and resources.
Please register for this "session" to receive credit for your participation in the "Passport to Reading: Yearlong Professional Development" session. If all required components are completed, you will earn 16 CTLE credits in June.

6. School Business Official Meetings - Capital Region BOCES

Program: School Support Services: General Professional Development

Audience: School Business Officials

Dates: 9/20/2024 to 6/13/2025

Monthly gathering of School Business Officials from local school districts to learn about topics of importance for leading school business functions.

7. Capital Region ENL Roundtable

Program: School Support Services: General Professional Development

Audience: ENL Educators

Dates: 9/24/2024 to 6/20/2025

Join fellow ENL teachers and administrators from the Capital Region for our bimonthly gathering focused on enhancing English as a New Language (ENL) education in the Capital Region and beyond. This collaborative forum provides an opportunity to:
*Review recent updates from the New York State Education Department (NYSED)
*Explore trends and opportunities in ENL professional development
*Share best practices and troubleshoot challenges in ENL instruction and administration

Together, we'll work to improve ENL education and support our diverse student population.

8. Canva

Program: NERIC: Model Schools

Dates: 10/9/2024 to 10/27/2024

Location: Online

Wait List
If you want a simple and user-friendly way to create unique images, videos, websites, booklets, multimedia presentations, and much more, Canva is the course for you! This course will help you learn how to take advantage of Canva's many unique features to use in your classroom to better engage students! Upon completion of the course, you will receive a certificate for 15 hours of participation.

Participants must login and submit Week 1 work by the end of that week in order to remain in the course.

Fee: NERIC Model Schools Districts - FREE
Others: $275
Course Type: Online Course (Asynchronous)

Data Privacy and Security Statement: Please follow your district's data privacy and security guidelines. We strongly encourage you to read the privacy policies of any non-district approved applications to ensure that your students' identities are properly protected. If you are unsure whether a resource is approved by the district, please contact your school. Please visit StaySafe Online for useful information. Links to sites do not imply endorsement by NERIC.

9. 24-25 Testing Coordinator Meeting - Session 1 of 4

Program: NERIC: Testing

Audience: District Test Coordinators (DTCs) - Building Principals - School Test Coordinators

Dates: 10/9/2024

Join the NERIC Testing Team as they go over Testing Coordinator responsibilities and expectations for the 2024-2025 school year. Exams include all Elementary/Intermediate ELA, Math and Science, NYSITELL/NYSESLAT, and Regents Exams. Session 1 will cover topics such as New 2025 assessments, how to order answer sheets, account management, ordering exams with NYSED, upcoming trainings and more.

10. ESS- Supporting All ELLs: 2024-2025 Cohort

Program: School Support Services: General Professional Development

Dates: 10/10/2024 to 5/15/2025

Join regional educators in an inaugural cohort centered on supporting ENL students across grades and content areas. Together we will hear from experts, discuss strategies for overcoming barriers, and build a strong network of professionals to ensure the support of our English Language Learners.

Network with Professionals

Problem Solve Together

Strengthen Best Practices

*Three additional hour-long virtual sessions will be scheduled with cohort members at the first in-person session*

For more information, please contact Laura McDaniel at laura.mcdaniel@neric.org

11. Academy for the Advancement of Teaching Assistants

Program: School Support Services: General Professional Development

Audience: Underemployed or Unemployed Individuals, Current Teaching Assistants, and Teaching Aides

Dates: 10/10/2024

Academy for the Advancement of Teaching Assistants - Informational Session

12. Google Chrome-astic: Tips and Tricks for New Teachers (10.15)

Program: NERIC: Model Schools

Audience: Administrators, teachers, support staff, related service providers

Dates: 10/15/2024

As a new teacher, navigating the Google landscape can be overwhelming. This training will equip you with essential Google skills to improve your efficiency while working online. From efficient tab management and managing Drive to it's fullest, you'll discover how to make the most of your browser tools, including Drive, Google Calendar, and other essential Google Workspace applications.

If you are interested in this session, but are unable to attend during the designated time, feel free to sign up and contact the instructor (virginia.bond@neric.org). An option to complete the session asynchronously will be provided after the LIVE session has occurred. All participants will be sent a video link to the session after the live session is complete. Information regarding accessing the webinar will be sent to all registrants for that session via email the day prior to the event.

Fee: NERIC Model Schools Districts - FREE
Others: $85.00
Location: Online via Webex

Data Privacy and Security Statement: Please follow your district's data privacy and security guidelines. We strongly encourage you to read the privacy policies of any non-district approved applications to ensure that your students' identities are properly protected. If you are unsure whether a resource is approved by the district, please contact your school. Please visit StaySafe Online for useful information. Links to sites do not imply endorsement by NERIC.

13. NYS Regional Computer-Based Testing (CBT) Fall Training

Program: NERIC: Testing

Audience: New and Veteran CBT Coordinators: District Test Coordinators, Building Principals, School Test Coordinators and District Informational Tech Coordinators

Dates: 10/16/2024

The New York State Regional Computer-Based Testing (CBT) Fall Training Sessions are intended for school/district-level administrators and will focus on administrative and software preparation for computer-based testing. The training will provide information on fall milestones for preparation for CBT, the simulation and operational testing, as well as lessons learned from 2024 testing. Attendees will learn where to find valuable resources available on CBT Support as well as learn how to troubleshoot common issues during their CBT administration and hear about best practices and CBT technology tips.

14. Fall Lending Library Webinars

Program: NERIC: Model Schools

Dates: 10/16/2024 to 12/17/2024

Join us for our Lending Library Webinars, where you can explore the wide range of resources we offer. Discover tried-and-true tools (some with new features), and/or get introduced to our latest offerings. When you register, you'll receive the webinar link and earn CTLE credit for each session you attend-there's no obligation to attend them all. Feel free to join us for the sessions that interest you most! You can register at any point in the series up until 12/17.

Please note: CTLE credit is for attendees that join live - there is no credit-bearing asynchronous option for this series. Recordings will be available for on-demand learning about our tools after the fact with no registration. Look for links to appear on the Lending Library page after sessions are completed.

Free to NERIC Model Schools Districts
Others: $145.00
Course Type: Online Course

Data Privacy and Security Statement: Please follow your district's data privacy and security guidelines. We strongly encourage you to read the privacy policies of any non-district approved applications to ensure that your students' identities are properly protected. If you are unsure whether a resource is approved by the district, please contact your school. Please visit StaySafe Online for useful information. Links to sites do not imply endorsement by NERIC.

15. School AI Classroom Collaborative

Program: NERIC: Model Schools

Audience: Administrators, teachers, support staff, related service providers

Dates: 10/16/2024 to 1/8/2025

School AI Classroom Collaborative is a monthly webinar series bringing educators together to collaborate, create, and learn how to use AI to enhance their classrooms. Share experiences, celebrate achievements, and exchange ideas with fellow educators. Participate in monthly challenges, earn CTLE hours, and enter giveaways. Teachers, join us every third Wednesday of the month. Register now and become part of our collaborative learning community!
Dates: October 16th, 2024 3:00 - 4:00 PM November 20th, 2024 3:00 - 4:00 PM December 18th, 2024 3:00 - 4:00 PM January 8th, 2024 3:00 - 4:00 PM

Data Privacy and Security Statement: Please follow your district's data privacy and security guidelines. We strongly encourage you to read the privacy policies of any non-district approved applications to ensure that your students' identities are properly protected. If you are unsure whether a resource is approved by the district, please contact your school. Please visit StaySafe Online for useful information. Links to sites do not imply endorsement by NERIC.

16. Thought Leadership Meetings for Principals & Assistant Principals Series

Program: School Support Services: General Professional Development

Dates: 10/17/2024 to 5/22/2025

Capital Region BOCES is please to host a series of meetings to provide the opportunity for principals to collaborate and share ideas with peers. Assistant principals are also encouraged to attend. Please note: the October and May meetings will be held in person; the January and March meetings will be held via Zoom.

Relevant and Timely Topics:
Receive updates on important issues that impact your role as principal. Discuss topics of interest such as social emotional learning, curriculum and instruction, and others as determined by the group. To share a topic of interest, please complete this Google Form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSePNF3O-L7ogkl1HbZUIecWhQAe4TWTKkyUJp4AFRL9pk3uEQ/viewform

Don't miss the opportunity to share ideas and receive feedback in a collaborative environment. Meetings will be facilitated by Capital Region BOCEs and your colleagues.

17. Best Practices for Google Classroom (10.17)

Program: NERIC: Model Schools

Audience: Administrators, teachers, support staff, related service providers

Dates: 10/17/2024

This training provides educators with essential tips for effectively using Google Classroom. Participants will learn how to improve classroom organization, enhance communication, and create engaging learning experiences for their students. The training also covers strategies for accommodating neurodivergent students and maintaining a well-organized Google Classroom environment.

If you are interested in this session, but are unable to attend during the designated time, feel free to sign up and contact the instructor (virginia.bond@neric.org). An option to complete the session asynchronously will be provided after the LIVE session has occurred. All participants will be sent a video link to the session after the live session is complete. Information regarding accessing the webinar will be sent to all registrants for that session via email the day prior to the event.

Fee: NERIC Model Schools Districts - FREE
Others: $85.00
Location: Online via Webex

Data Privacy and Security Statement: Please follow your district's data privacy and security guidelines. We strongly encourage you to read the privacy policies of any non-district approved applications to ensure that your students' identities are properly protected. If you are unsure whether a resource is approved by the district, please contact your school. Please visit StaySafe Online for useful information. Links to sites do not imply endorsement by NERIC.

18. Decoding Google Drive: Understanding Your Options (10.21)

Program: NERIC: Model Schools

Audience: Administrators, teachers, support staff, related service providers

Dates: 10/21/2024

Google Drive offers various storage options: My Drive, Workspaces, Shared Drives and Shared with Me. Understanding the distinctions between the four parts of Drive will help you organize and manage your files more effectively. This session will guide you through when and how to use each.

If you are interested in this session, but are unable to attend during the designated time, feel free to sign up and contact the instructor (virginia.bond@neric.org). An option to complete the session asynchronously will be provided after the LIVE session has occurred. All participants will be sent a video link to the session after the live session is complete. Information regarding accessing the webinar will be sent to all registrants for that session via email the day prior to the event.

Fee: NERIC Model Schools Districts - FREE
Others: $85.00
Location: Online via Webex

Data Privacy and Security Statement: Please follow your district's data privacy and security guidelines. We strongly encourage you to read the privacy policies of any non-district approved applications to ensure that your students' identities are properly protected. If you are unsure whether a resource is approved by the district, please contact your school. Please visit StaySafe Online for useful information. Links to sites do not imply endorsement by NERIC.

19. Project Based Learning and Assessment - Cohort 24-25

Program: School Support Services: General Professional Development

Dates: 10/22/2024 to 5/13/2025

Starting Today
Work with a dedicated cohort of educators to experience, build, implement, and reflect on an engaging project for your students. Teachers of all grades and subjects are welcome, and will benefit from this workshop-model approach.

Together the cohort will experience:
* One full-day project preparation session to learn PBL strategies and begin drafting a project for the year-long workshop
* Three half-day workshop sessions to share, build and tweak project(s)
* Two 1-hour virtual check-ins for support between in-person sessions

For more information, email Laura McDaniel - laura.mcdaniel@neric.org

20. SchoolTool User Group - Lake Placid 2024

Program: NERIC: SchoolTool

Dates: 10/22/2024

Location: Conference Rooms

Starting Today
SchoolTool

Please join representatives from your Mindex and NERIC SchoolTool teams, as well as your fellow district users for a collaborative day of networking, learning, and discussion focused on best practices and features of SchoolTool.

21. Communication Coordinators Meeting #1 (CC Meeting): Statewide with Virtual Guest Donalyn Miller

Program: School Support Services: Library Media Services

Audience: Capital Region School Librarians

Dates: 10/22/2024

Starting Today
The Science & Joy of Reading in the School Library

In this workshop, participants will examine research findings and instructional resources, collaborate with peers, and develop plans for supporting and enhancing students' literacy and social development. Research findings show that wide reading can foster the development of positive social behaviors and attitudes, including empathy. Wide reading remains one of the most accessible ways for young people to build background knowledge about topics of personal interest and academic study. In this session, Donalyn Miller will share research findings, instructional moves, resources, and programming ideas for promoting wide reading. Session includes work session time to explore resources and collaborate with peers.

This professional development opportunity is intended for librarians, reading teachers, and administrators.

Please note: this is an in-person event, but Donalyn Miller will be speaking to School Library Systems virtually across New York State.

22. NYSITELL/NYSESLAT Assessment Overview

Program: NERIC: Testing

Audience: DTCs, Principals, ENL/ELL Coordinators who are responsible for overseeing and conducting NYSITELL/NYSESLAT exams

Dates: 10/23/2024

NewStarting Soon
Join the NERIC Testing Team as we guide you through the process, assessment, and expectations for your English Language Learners (ELLs). Walk with us through Home Language Questionnaire (HLQ) and how to request answer sheets and administering the exams. The NERIC Testing Team will point you to all of the resources needed to support your ELL testing needs. Questions regarding this session can be sent to testing@neric.org or 518-862-5314

23. Getting Started with AI (For Educators)

Program: NERIC: Model Schools

Dates: 10/28/2024 to 11/25/2024

ClosedStarting Soon
This is an introductory course for educators looking to learn more about AI and how to leverage it in an educational setting.

The course will cover:
-An introduction to AI: What it is, its benefits, and a discussion of concerns surrounding its usage
-Crafting prompts to optimize AI outputs
-A look at how educators can use AI tools to reduce workload and streamline teaching (The course will specifically highlight Google's AI Chatbot Gemini, but other free tools will be featured as well.)

This course has 4 learning modules. During each, you will read or watch learning materials and complete a quiz to assess your understanding. At the end of the course, you will submit a performance task where you will have the opportunity to apply what you have learned.

The modules can be completed at whatever pace you feel comfortable with as long as all module quizzes are submitted by 11/24 and the performance task is turned in by 11/25.

Fee: NERIC Model Schools Districts - FREE
Others: $275
Course Type: Online Course

Data Privacy and Security Statement: Please follow your district's data privacy and security guidelines. We strongly encourage you to read the privacy policies of any non-district approved applications to ensure that your students' identities are properly protected. If you are unsure whether a resource is approved by the district, please contact your school. Please visit StaySafe Online for useful information. Links to sites do not imply endorsement by NERIC.

24. SchoolTool Teacher Introduction [WEB]

Program: NERIC: SchoolTool

Dates: 10/28/2024

Location: Webex link will be provided

Starting Soon
SchoolTool
This webinar will provide an overview of how to log in, access rosters, submit attendance, enter classroom incidents/referrals, and viewing pertinent student information.

25. ENL Students Across the MTSS-i (3 in-person sessions)

Program: School Support Services: General Professional Development

Dates: 10/29/2024 to 5/29/2025

Join us for a targeted professional develp[emn series designed specifically for district and building administrators.

Led by ENL and MTSS-i exprerts, we will:
*Level-set on MTSS-i basics
*Discuss the connection and distinction ebtween and ENL and Special Education identification processes
*Learn what to do if MTSS-i structures aren't yielding the intended results for out ENL sutdents.

Dates: October 29, 2024; January 16, 2025; May 29, 2025

For more information, email: laura.mcdaniel@neric.org.

26. NYSAA Overview

Program: School Support Services: Turn Key Training

Dates: 10/29/2024

This virtual session will provide individuals that oversee NYSAA in their districts with updates for the 2024-25 administration.

27. 2024-25 Fall District Data Coordinator Meeting - Webinar

Program: NERIC: Data Warehouse

Dates: 10/29/2024

2024-24 Fall DDC Meetings have been planned for Tuesday, October 29 and Wednesday, October 30, 2024. The session on October 29 will be a webinar and the October 30 meeting will be in-person at the NERIC Albany office. Same material will be covered in the webinar and the in-person meeting, including information about - updates to SIRS data reporting requirements, Level 0 updates, reporting deadlines & reminders as well as other pertinent information for the DDC, Alternate DDC and others involved in SIRS data reporting at your LEA

28. YA Book Group 10/29

Program: School Support Services: Library Media Services

Dates: 10/29/2024

We invite librarians and educators at the middle school and high school levels to this monthly two-hour book group. There are no prescribed titles to read ahead of time, rather this group focuses on sharing out 1-3 titles read recently by participants that others should know about for curriculum, booklists, and additions to their libraries and classrooms. All discussed titles can be viewed at the Capital Region BOCES YA Book Group on Goodreads.

29. DASA Training October 2024

Program: School Support Services: General Professional Development

Audience: Employees of public school districts, individuals seeking NYS certification

Dates: 10/30/2024

This workshop will fulfill the training requirements for the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) as required by the New York State Education Department Board of Regents. The workshop is designed for those who are seeking a New York State Certification.

New York State's Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) seeks to provide the State's public elementary and secondary school students with a safe and supportive environment free from discrimination, intimidation, taunting, harassment, and bullying on school property, a school bus and/or at a school function.

Date: October 30
Time: 8:30-3:30
1 hour lunch break, lunch will be on your own
Participants paying by check can mail in advance payment or bring a check to the session.

In accordance with Capital Region BOCES Board of Education Policy 6254 a 6.25% administrative assessment  will be charged for all services furnished to other BOCES, school districts belonging to other BOCES, and other  organizations and municipalities. In addition, an administrative assessment of 8.28% will be charged to all independent school districts and non-public schools.
2024-24 Fall DDC Meetings have been planned for Tuesday, October 29 and Wednesday, October 30, 2024. The session on October 29 will be a webinar and the October 30 meeting will be in-person at the NERIC Albany office. Same material will be covered in the webinar and the in-person meeting, including information about - updates to SIRS data reporting requirements, Level 0 updates, reporting deadlines & reminders as well as other pertinent information for the DDC, Alternate DDC and others involved in SIRS data reporting at your LEA

31. SchoolTool Dashboards and Advanced Analytics Overview [WEB]

Program: NERIC: SchoolTool

Dates: 10/31/2024

Location: Webex link will be provided

SchoolTool
This webinar provides an overview of data dashboards, which is a dynamic tool available in SchoolTool that display graphs of district- and building-wide information that can be refined to teacher and student specific information. We will demonstrate how to use line charts for comparing data and the ability to drill down on specific information presented in the dashboards.

32. NYSAWA Executive Coaching Program - Transform Career Coaching

Program: School Support Services: General Professional Development

Dates: 11/1/2024

Ready to transform your leadership skills? Tenshey's executive coaching program is designed to help educators reach their full potential.

Through a unique coaching opportunity sitting superintendents, deputy/assistant superintendents, principals, directors, teachers and other educators have access to a first of its kind leadership initiative.

Participants will work with a personal and confidential coach to strengthen their authentic leadership voice and create a clear plan of action for career development, goal setting and professional support.

Sign up today and gain the tools and resources you need to succeed!

Registration open through October 15, 2024

Transform Career Coaching Twelve (12) one hour 1:1 virtual coaching sessions

November 1, 2024- June 30, 2025 Cost: $11,500

If you are not currently a member of the New York Association of Women in Administration (NYSAWA), you will be required to become a member to enroll. In accordance with Capital Region BOCES Board of Education Policy 6254 a 6.25% administrative assessment will be charged for all services furnished to other BOCES, school districts belonging to other BOCES, and other organizations and municipalities. In addition, an administrative assessment of 8.28% will be charged to all independent school districts and non-public schools.

33. Capital Connect Grant: DBT Steps A Planning Series

Program: School Support Services: General Professional Development

Dates: 11/1/2024 to 5/2/2025

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A series of planning meetings for district cohorts engaged in the DBT STEPS program. This series is by invitation only- only districts currently participating in the Capital Connect Grant with the Office of Mental Health are eligible for participation.

34. Instant Feedback! Surveys & Quizzes With Google Forms

Program: NERIC: Model Schools

Dates: 11/1/2024 to 11/30/2024

Location: Online

You will learn how to build surveys, forms and assessments in Google Forms and other free online apps. You will build self-scoring quizzes, design appealing feedback forms, and learn to analyze the data you gather. There will be two optional Google Meets for discussion and tech support.

Fee: Model Schools Participants - FREE
Others: $145
Course Type: Online Course

Data Privacy and Security Statement: Please follow your district's data privacy and security guidelines. We strongly encourage you to read the privacy policies of any non-district approved applications to ensure that your students' identities are properly protected. If you are unsure whether a resource is approved by the district, please contact your school. Please visit StaySafe Online for useful information. Links to sites do not imply endorsement by NERIC.

35. Strive for Five - A Science of Reading Book Study

Program: NERIC: Model Schools

Dates: 11/1/2024 to 12/1/2024

This course will be a book study of Strive for Five book - a Science of Reading book that focuses on the Strive for Five Framework. These responsive conversations start with what children say and continue as the teacher listens and responds over five turns - with the goal of stretching their talking and thinking, knowledge, vocabulary, reasoning, and other skills that underpin reading success. Participants will complete a digital notebook reflecting on what they've learned.

Participants must have access to the book Strive for Five Conversations by Sonia Cabell and Tricia Zucker.

Fee: NERIC Model Schools Districts - FREE
Others: $275
Course Type: Online Course (Asynchronous)

Data Privacy and Security Statement: Please follow your district's data privacy and security guidelines. We strongly encourage you to read the privacy policies of any non-district approved applications to ensure that your students' identities are properly protected. If you are unsure whether a resource is approved by the district, please contact your school. Please visit StaySafe Online for useful information. Links to sites do not imply endorsement by NERIC.

36. Who ARE You? Developmental Stages of Our Students

Program: NERIC: Model Schools

Dates: 11/1/2024 to 12/30/2024

Location: Online

You will explore the concepts from the book Yardsticks, by Chip Wood. We will use online tools to explore the developmental stages of our students, from age 4 to 14, including: spreadsheets, WordCloud, and video recording apps. We will share ideas about reaching students where they are emotionally, physically, socially, and academically. We will explore templates for creating informative slideshows for the parents of our students to help them understand what they might expect to see in their own children

There will be two optional Google Meets for discussion and tech support.

Participants should have access to the book Yardsticks by Chip Wood.

Fee: Model Schools Participants - FREE
Others: $275
Course Type: Online Course

Data Privacy and Security Statement: Please follow your district's data privacy and security guidelines. We strongly encourage you to read the privacy policies of any non-district approved applications to ensure that your students' identities are properly protected. If you are unsure whether a resource is approved by the district, please contact your school. Please visit StaySafe Online for useful information. Links to sites do not imply endorsement by NERIC.

37. MagicSchool AI Boot Camp: November Friday Series

Program: NERIC: Model Schools

Audience: Administrators, teachers, support staff, related service providers

Dates: 11/1/2024 to 11/15/2024

Join us for a monthly Friday series in November dedicated to mastering the MagicSchool AI platform. Each session will dive deeper into the capabilities of AI in education, providing teachers with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively integrate AI into their classrooms.

Monthly Schedule:
Friday, November 1, 2024: Level 1 Certification - Get acquainted with the MagicSchool AI platform and its basic features.
Friday, November 8, 2024: Level 2 Certification - Learn the art of prompt engineering and customization.
Friday, November 15, 2024: Level 3 Certification - Explore advanced AI systems and ensure safe AI practices in your classroom.

Each session includes:
- A concise overview of the topic
- Hands-on practice with the MagicSchool AI platform
- Completion of the corresponding certification course

Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your teaching skills and stay ahead of the curve in AI education. Register now to secure your spot!

Data Privacy and Security Statement: Please follow your district's data privacy and security guidelines. We strongly encourage you to read the privacy policies of any non-district approved applications to ensure that your students' identities are properly protected. If you are unsure whether a resource is approved by the district, please contact your school. Please visit StaySafe Online for useful information. Links to sites do not imply endorsement by NERIC.

38. P is for Pirate: Inspirational ABC's for Educators

Program: NERIC: Model Schools

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

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O is for Owning it: "Teaching is not just what we do… teaching is what we are! Let's own it-in our classrooms, at our schools, and throughout our communities.” ~Alex Kajitani

Need an uplifting, positive jolt in your teaching? This is the book for you. With its ‘right to the point' inspirational quotes, ideas, and reflective moments, you can grow your craft as an educator with simple tweeks or full blown shifts - you decide! This book brings together a collaboration of educators with multiple links to explore, in addition to our assignments that allow you to personalize to your classroom and grow your vision for educational growth. This course is for ALL age levels and subject areas.

It is suggested that participants have the book, P is for Pirate by Dave Burgess and Shelley Burgess

Fee: Model Schools Participants - FREE
Others: $275
Location: Online Course

Data Privacy and Security Statement: Please follow your district's data privacy and security guidelines. We strongly encourage you to read the privacy policies of any non-district approved applications to ensure that your students' identities are properly protected. If you are unsure whether a resource is approved by the district, please contact your school. Please visit StaySafe Online for useful information. Links to sites do not imply endorsement by NERIC.

39. AI for Educators: A Book Study

Program: NERIC: Model Schools

Dates: 11/4/2024 to 11/24/2024

Location: Online

Are you ready to embark on a journey that could revolutionize your teaching methods and empower your students for the future? Do you secretly dream of having an AI sidekick named "EduBot” to help you conquer the classroom chaos? Join us as we explore the world of AI and discover how it's reshaping education through the pages of Matt Miller's book, AI for Educators. This book study will equip you with the skills and knowledge to prepare your students to thrive in a world where AI is the norm. You'll also discover how to leverage AI for time-saving benefits in your teaching. Are you ready to become a trailblazing AI-powered educator? The future begins now!

The purpose of this book study is to create a culture of learning and sharing as we delve into the recently published educational text AI for Educators by Matt Miller. This online collaborative environment will enable you to interact with other educators, discover additional resources, and inspire you to think differently. The format of this book study allows you to participate at times that are most convenient for you and your schedule.

Participants will need access to Matt Miller's book, AI for Educators.

Fee: NERIC Model Schools Districts - FREE
Others: $275
Course Type: Online Course (Asynchronous)

Data Privacy and Security Statement: Please follow your district's data privacy and security guidelines. We strongly encourage you to read the privacy policies of any non-district approved applications to ensure that your students' identities are properly protected. If you are unsure whether a resource is approved by the district, please contact your school. Please visit StaySafe Online for useful information. Links to sites do not imply endorsement by NERIC.

Teachers will explore what students need to comprehend and acquire ready-to-use instructional tools to implement immediately. Through the Google Classroom platform, we will use a variety of digital tools, like Padlet, Google Slides and Canva to take a deeper dive into learning about vocabulary, knowledge building, and language structures.

Participants should have access to the book Know Better, Do Better: Comprehension: Fueling the Reading Brain with Knowledge, Vocabulary, and Rich Language written by David and Meredith Liben.

Please note this course will now begin on 11/4.

Fee: NERIC Model Schools Districts - FREE
Others: $275
Course Type: Online Course (Asynchronous)

Data Privacy and Security Statement: Please follow your district's data privacy and security guidelines. We strongly encourage you to read the privacy policies of any non-district approved applications to ensure that your students' identities are properly protected. If you are unsure whether a resource is approved by the district, please contact your school. Please visit StaySafe Online for useful information. Links to sites do not imply endorsement by NERIC.

41. Canva

Program: NERIC: Model Schools

Dates: 11/4/2024 to 11/24/2024

Location: Online

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If you want a simple and user-friendly way to create unique images, videos, websites, booklets, multimedia presentations, and much more, Canva is the course for you! This course will help you learn how to take advantage of Canva's many unique features to use in your classroom to better engage students! Upon completion of the course, you will receive a certificate for 15 hours of participation.

Participants must login and submit Week 1 work by the end of that week in order to remain in the course.

Fee: NERIC Model Schools Districts - FREE
Others: $275
Course Type: Online Course (Asynchronous)

Data Privacy and Security Statement: Please follow your district's data privacy and security guidelines. We strongly encourage you to read the privacy policies of any non-district approved applications to ensure that your students' identities are properly protected. If you are unsure whether a resource is approved by the district, please contact your school. Please visit StaySafe Online for useful information. Links to sites do not imply endorsement by NERIC.

42. Google Sheets for Educators

Program: NERIC: Model Schools

Dates: 11/4/2024 to 12/9/2024

This 15-hour online course introduces educators to Google Sheets. The focus is on standards-based exercises that can be easily integrated and adapted for educator use across the curriculum. Topics covered may include: making the transition from Excel, using spreadsheets in the classroom and school environment, gradebooks, conditional formatting and filters, graphing data, working with live Web-based data, and using add-ons. Participants who complete all the assignments will receive a 15 hour completion certificate. Registrants will be notified by email with course access information.

Prerequisites: Must have Internet access and a personal Google Drive account. Prior knowledge of Excel is recommended.

Fee: NERIC Model Schools Districts - FREE
Others: $275
Course Type: Online Course (Asynchronous)

Data Privacy and Security Statement: Please follow your district's data privacy and security guidelines. We strongly encourage you to read the privacy policies of any non-district approved applications to ensure that your students' identities are properly protected. If you are unsure whether a resource is approved by the district, please contact your school. Please visit StaySafe Online for useful information. Links to sites do not imply endorsement by NERIC.

43. Sound Walls: Why Do We Need Them? How Do We Use Them?

Program: NERIC: Model Schools

Dates: 11/4/2024 to 12/6/2024

Location: Online

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Teachers and participants will examine sound walls, their purpose, and their importance in the classroom. We will use various digital tools through the Google Classroom platform, like Padlet, Google Slides, Canva, podcasts, and videos. Teachers will develop their understanding of using sound walls in their classrooms and strengthen their knowledge of how it can transform their instructional practices. Sound walls are an effective way to help students become more independent and confident in their phonics skills, fostering literacy proficiency.

Fee: NERIC Model Schools Districts - FREE
Others: $275
Course Type: Online Course (Asynchronous)

Data Privacy and Security Statement: Please follow your district's data privacy and security guidelines. We strongly encourage you to read the privacy policies of any non-district approved applications to ensure that your students' identities are properly protected. If you are unsure whether a resource is approved by the district, please contact your school. Please visit StaySafe Online for useful information. Links to sites do not imply endorsement by NERIC.

44. Advanced Google Tips & Tricks for Veteran Teachers (11.4)

Program: NERIC: Model Schools

Audience: Administrators, teachers, support staff, related service providers

Dates: 11/4/2024

This professional development session introduces advanced features of Google Tools to veteran teachers. It covers topics such as advanced formatting in Docs, data analysis in Sheets, creating engaging presentations in Slides, and organizing files in Drive. Additionally, the session explores alternative Google tools like Forms and Keep. By the end of the session, teachers will be equipped with practical tips and tricks to enhance their teaching efficiency using Google Tools.

If you are interested in this session, but are unable to attend during the designated time, feel free to sign up and contact the instructor (virginia.bond@neric.org). An option to complete the session asynchronously will be provided after the LIVE session has occurred. All participants will be sent a video link to the session after the live session is complete. Information regarding accessing the webinar will be sent to all registrants for that session via email the day prior to the event.

Fee: NERIC Model Schools Districts - FREE
Others: $85.00
Location: Online via Webex

Data Privacy and Security Statement: Please follow your district's data privacy and security guidelines. We strongly encourage you to read the privacy policies of any non-district approved applications to ensure that your students' identities are properly protected. If you are unsure whether a resource is approved by the district, please contact your school. Please visit StaySafe Online for useful information. Links to sites do not imply endorsement by NERIC.

45. Developing a Culturally Responsive-Sustaining Educational Environment

Program: School Support Services: General Professional Development

Dates: 11/5/2024

Join us at Capital Region BOCES for a targeted professional development workshop for educators including administrators, teachers, and support staff.

Equity through Cultural Proficiency helps improve academic instruction by developing effective leaders and teachers that align policies, practices, values, and procedures to meet the needs of all students, regardless of culture, ethnicity, or socioeconomics.

This one-day workshop will cover the guiding principles of cultural proficiency, including the essential elements of cultural competence that serve as guidelines for culturally proficient interactions, and barriers to cultural proficiency.

The training will help improve the knowledge and skills necessary to increase students' academic engagement and achievement in an environment that addresses the many components of culture and diversity. Time will also be spent examining research on underlying attributes and identifying ways to change processes.

Presenter: Natalie McGee
Natalie McGee is a nationally recognized educational facilitator, consultant, and thought leader in transforming learning environments to foster social justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion. She is the founder and executive director of Progression Partners helping school districts respond in healthy ways to diversity by developing inclusive policies and practices.

46. Critical Conversations for School Counselors 24-25

Program: School Support Services: General Professional Development

Audience: School counselors

Dates: 11/6/2024 to 3/27/2025

A series of virtual meetings for school counselors. Participants will have the opportunity to connect with colleagues, learn about state updates related to school counseling, and engage in ongoing professional development.

Session 1: November 6 from 9:00-10:30 am
Session 2: March 27 from 8:15-9:30 am
All meetings will be held virtually

In accordance with Capital Region BOCES Board of Education Policy 6254 a 6.25% administrative assessment  will be charged for all services furnished to other BOCES, school districts belonging to other BOCES, and other  organizations and municipalities. In addition, an administrative assessment of 8.28% will be charged to all independent school districts and non-public schools.

47. The World Is At Your Fingertips: Create Classroom Content with Google Earth

Program: NERIC: Model Schools

Dates: 11/6/2024 to 12/4/2024

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The creation tools in Google Earth allow you to create and share maps and stories about our world. You can create a project on any subject of your choosing, adding placemarks and contextual information, then organizing your project into a narrative flow. Once created, you can share your project and collaborate with others. These creation features make Google Earth a great option for teachers looking to create content for students to interact with as well as for those looking to provide another creation option to their students.

This course will introduce you to the Google Earth creation tools and walk you through the process of building and sharing your own Earth project. At the end of the course, you will create a Google Earth project and submit it as evidence of your learning. All modules can be completed at whatever pace you feel comfortable with as long as your project is submitted by 12/4.

Registrants will be notified by email on the start date of the course with course access information. Please add jennifersangiacomo@gmail.com to your contacts so don't miss this information. If you don't receive course info on the course start date, please check your SPAM folder. Please note that only those who register before or on the course start date will receive welcome information.

Fee: NERIC Model Schools Districts - FREE
Others: $275.00
Course Type: Online Course (Asynchronous)

Data Privacy and Security Statement: Please follow your district's data privacy and security guidelines. We strongly encourage you to read the privacy policies of any non-district approved applications to ensure that your students' identities are properly protected. If you are unsure whether a resource is approved by the district, please contact your school. Please visit StaySafe Online for useful information. Links to sites do not imply endorsement by NERIC.

48. Training Students to Leverage AI Responsibly: A One-Hour Workshop Inspired by TAPE (11.6)

Program: NERIC: Model Schools

Audience: Administrators, teachers, support staff, related service providers

Dates: 11/6/2024

This workshop provides educators with strategies for effectively training students in responsible and transparent AI use within the classroom. It leverages the TAPE framework (Transparency, Accuracy, Process, and Expectations) to guide participants in designing AI-infused lessons that promote ethical and effective AI integration. By the end of this session, educators will have a solid understanding of how to incorporate AI into their teaching practices while ensuring student accountability and critical thinking.

If you are interested in this session, but are unable to attend during the designated time, feel free to sign up and contact the instructor (virginia.bond@neric.org). An option to complete the session asynchronously will be provided after the LIVE session has occurred. All participants will be sent a video link to the session after the live session is complete. Information regarding accessing the webinar will be sent to all registrants for that session via email the day prior to the event.

Fee: NERIC Model Schools Districts - FREE
Others: $85.00
Location: Online via Webex

Data Privacy and Security Statement: Please follow your district's data privacy and security guidelines. We strongly encourage you to read the privacy policies of any non-district approved applications to ensure that your students' identities are properly protected. If you are unsure whether a resource is approved by the district, please contact your school. Please visit StaySafe Online for useful information. Links to sites do not imply endorsement by NERIC.

49. Instructional Coaching Academy

Program: School Support Services: General Professional Development

Dates: 11/7/2024 to 5/29/2025

Back by popular demand:

In this series, district-based coaches will work alongside Capital Region BOCES coaches for shared learning on:
* Building a culture of coaching
* Measuring the impact of coaching
* Troubleshooting common coaching barriers
* Engagement and equity in coaching and PD cycles

For more information, email Laura McDaniel laura.mcdaniel@neric.org or Sharon Swain sharon.swain@neric.org

50. Dive into Diffit With Us

Program: NERIC: Model Schools

Audience: Administrators, teachers, support staff, related service providers

Dates: 11/7/2024

Join us for an informative session where teachers will explore the powerful capabilities of Diffit, a tool designed to help create and customize educational resources. Participants will learn how to effectively use Diffit to generate resource sets, tailor those resources to meet specific classroom needs, and create engaging student activities. By the end of this session, teachers will have a wealth of examples and practical knowledge to integrate Diffit into their teaching toolkit.

Data Privacy and Security Statement: Please follow your district's data privacy and security guidelines. We strongly encourage you to read the privacy policies of any non-district approved applications to ensure that your students' identities are properly protected. If you are unsure whether a resource is approved by the district, please contact your school. Please visit StaySafe Online for useful information. Links to sites do not imply endorsement by NERIC.

51. Google Classroom's Practice Sets

Program: NERIC: Model Schools

Dates: 11/8/2024 to 12/16/2024

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During the course you will learn how to create assignments for students with Google Classroom's Practice Sets feature. Practice Sets allow teachers to create interactive assignments, spend less time grading, and get performance insights that can be used to shape future lesson plans. In turn, students get immediate feedback on questions, access to additional built-in supports, and encouragement to keep them engaged

This course has 5 learning modules. During each, you will: -Watch tutorials covering the basics of using Practice Sets -Complete a module quiz check to assess your understanding -Complete optional practice activities to apply what you learned

At the end of the course, you will submit a course assignment. This is a performance task where you will have the opportunity to both demonstrate your learning as well as create a practice set you can actually use with your students.

The modules can be completed at whatever pace you feel comfortable with as long as all module quizzes are submitted by 12/15 and the performance task is turned in by 12/16.

Prerequisites:
1. In order to access Practice Sets, you will need to have access to a Google Workspace for Education Plus account OR a Google Workspace account that has the Teaching and Learning Upgrade. Go to Google Classroom and ensure you have Practice Sets before enrolling.
2. You should know how to create a Google Classroom, add students to a Classroom, and create assignments in Google Classroom as this will not be covered during the course.

Registrants will be notified by email on the start date of the course with course access information. If you don't receive course info by the end of the day on the course start date, please check your SPAM folder. Please note that only those who register before or on the course start date will receive welcome information.

Fee: NERIC Model Schools Districts - FREE
Others: $275.00
Course Type: Online Course (Asynchronous)

52. SchoolTool Attendance Clerk A-Z [WEB]

Program: NERIC: SchoolTool

Dates: 11/12/2024

Location: Webex link will be provided

SchoolTool
This webinar will cover the daily tasks of an Attendance Clerk. Topics will include entering and updating attendance records, resolving/reconciling attendance conflicts, attendance reports, student check-in and attendance maintenance setup.

53. Automation Review

Program: School Support Services: Library Media Services

Audience: Capital Region School Librarians

Dates: 11/13/2024

The SLS is taking a look at various possible library systems in a potential LMS switch next year. Join us to see the systems in action and discuss thoughts on each.
This webinar will provide an overview of how to report PS and Pre-K students to NYSED via Level 0, including enrollment, locations, program codes, Level 0, and Level 2 Reports, specifically related to PS and Pre-K students. In addition, there will be an overview of Special Education BEDS Day Reporting via Level 0, including reporting Students with Disabilities and the PD Data System.

55. Empowering ENL Teachers with Digital Tools session 1 of 3 (11.13)

Program: NERIC: Model Schools

Audience: ENL teachers and support staff

Dates: 11/13/2024

These professional development 3 trainings equips ELL teachers with a comprehensive toolkit of digital resources to enhance their teaching practices and support the academic and linguistic growth of their students. Through hands-on activities and collaborative projects, teachers will learn how to effectively use various tools Kami, Padlet, Quizziz, Google Tools, and others to create engaging and personalized learning experiences for their ELL students. The training will also provide guidance on best practices for using digital tools in the classroom, ensuring that all students have access to the resources and support they need to be successful. Session 1 will focus on an intro to digital tools with a specific focus on ELL teachers, and specifically Kami and Padlet.

If you are interested in this session, but are unable to attend during the designated time, feel free to sign up and contact the instructor (virginia.bond@neric.org). An option to complete the session asynchronously will be provided after the LIVE session has occurred. All participants will be sent a video link to the session after the live session is complete. Information regarding accessing the webinar will be sent to all registrants for that session via email the day prior to the event.

Fee: NERIC Model Schools Districts - FREE
Others: $85.00
Location: Online via Webex

Data Privacy and Security Statement: Please follow your district's data privacy and security guidelines. We strongly encourage you to read the privacy policies of any non-district approved applications to ensure that your students' identities are properly protected. If you are unsure whether a resource is approved by the district, please contact your school. Please visit StaySafe Online for useful information. Links to sites do not imply endorsement by NERIC.

56. Capital Region Global Majority Educators Affinity Group: A Space for BIPOC Folx in Education

Program: School Support Services: General Professional Development

Audience: Educators, Administrators

Dates: 11/14/2024 to 5/15/2025

Capital Region BOCES is proud to host the Capital Region Global Majority Affinity Group, as they lead a program for individuals in the field of education.

As stated in their DEI Mission Statement, "It is our commitment that the diverse experiences and perspectives of each of our students, families, and staff will be recognized, reflected, and embraced in our schools, educational programs, and practices.” Participants will gather for four two-hour sessions to connect, engage, and support one another.

This group will:

• Provide a space for educators in the global majority to build relationships with each other as they connect with their larger school communities.
• Provide the opportunity for individuals to discuss and process their own varied experiences in education.
• Contribute learning opportunities and share resources, ideas, and support across districts and education communities.

57. SchoolTool Administrator Overview [WEB]

Program: NERIC: SchoolTool

Dates: 11/14/2024

Location: Webex link will be provided

SchoolTool
This webinar will provide an overview of SchoolTool features and utilities every school administrator should know. Explore the possibilities provided by messages, alerts, activity codes, user-defined screens and other under-utilized features. Get tips for staying informed regarding student attendance trends, students failing or in danger of failing, ideas for handling common challenges such as spanish comment codes, streamlining awards, collecting fees, graduation planning and managing staff security.

58. Brisk AI Power Hour

Program: NERIC: Model Schools

Audience: Administrators, teachers, support staff, related service providers

Dates: 11/14/2024

Discover Brisk AI, a tool designed to streamline classroom management and enhance teaching efficiency. In this session, participants will learn how to leverage Brisk AI to quickly and effectively give feedback, examine student writing in-depth, and develop engaging instructional materials. Additionally, you'll explore how to easily adjust text difficulty and translate materials to meet diverse student needs. By the end of the session, you'll be equipped with practical strategies to integrate Brisk AI into your daily workflow.

Data Privacy and Security Statement: Please follow your district's data privacy and security guidelines. We strongly encourage you to read the privacy policies of any non-district approved applications to ensure that your students' identities are properly protected. If you are unsure whether a resource is approved by the district, please contact your school. Please visit StaySafe Online for useful information. Links to sites do not imply endorsement by NERIC.

59. Academy for the Advancement of Teaching Assistants

Program: School Support Services: General Professional Development

Audience: Underemployed or Unemployed Individuals, Current Teaching Assistants, and Teaching Aides

Dates: 11/14/2024

Academy for the Advancement of Teaching Assistants - Informational Session

60. Reading Above the Fray: Reliable, Research-Based Routines for Developing Decoding Skills - Book Study

Program: NERIC: Model Schools

Dates: 11/15/2024 to 12/15/2024

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In this asynchronous book study, participants will find: Need-to-know essentials of how kids learn to read, Principles of high-quality foundational skills instruction and Teacher-approved instructional "swaps” to improve early reading instruction. Dr. Lindsey addresses content learning, culturally responsive practices, and the importance of engaging readers from the start. Participants will complete a reflection journal as part of this book study.

Participants must have access to the book Reading Above the Fray by Dr. Julia B. Lindsey.

Fee: NERIC Model Schools Districts - FREE
Others: $275
Course Type: Online Course (Asynchronous)

Data Privacy and Security Statement: Please follow your district's data privacy and security guidelines. We strongly encourage you to read the privacy policies of any non-district approved applications to ensure that your students' identities are properly protected. If you are unsure whether a resource is approved by the district, please contact your school. Please visit StaySafe Online for useful information. Links to sites do not imply endorsement by NERIC.

61. SchoolTool BOCES Portal Overview

Program: NERIC: SchoolTool

Dates: 11/15/2024

Location: Webex link will be provided

SchoolTool
This webinar will

62. Institute for Education Innovation - NYS Leaders of Color for Education

Program: School Support Services: General Professional Development

Audience: School Administrators

Dates: 11/16/2024 to 5/4/2025

The Institute for Education Innovation will offer a year-long cohort of New York State leaders of color. The cohort aims to introduce cohort candidates to a thorough understanding of cabinet-level leadership in diverse educational settings across the United States. The goal is to arm and equip candidates with knowledge, skills, and dispositions needed to exert influential, powerful and strategic leadership for their district, while developing and cultivating a diverse pipeline of future leaders. Throughout the program, cohort participants will delve into the complexities of the superintendency and its scope. Special focus will be placed on developing a deep understanding of inclusive leadership practices, addressing challenges faced by leaders of color, strategic decision making, effective governance, and collaborative leadership practices. The cohort will meet from November 2024-May 2025 and will participate in three 2-day in-person sessions, and three 1-day virtual sessions.

63. SchoolTool Census and Registrar [WEB]

Program: NERIC: SchoolTool

Dates: 11/18/2024

Location: Webex link will be provided

SchoolTool
This webinar will be an introductory review of best practices for entering families, contacts and students into SchoolTool. We will review various methods of enrolling students into buildings or placements and assigning applicable program services. We will also look at the various tools available to maintain and verify Census data.

64. DASA Training November 2024

Program: School Support Services: General Professional Development

Audience: Public school employees, individuals seeking NYS certification

Dates: 11/19/2024

This workshop will fulfill the training requirements for the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) as required by the New York State Education Department Board of Regents. The workshop is designed for those who are seeking a New York State Certification.

New York State's Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) seeks to provide the State's public elementary and secondary school students with a safe and supportive environment free from discrimination, intimidation, taunting, harassment, and bullying on school property, a school bus and/or at a school function.

Date: November 19
Time: 8:30-3:30
1 hour lunch break, lunch will be on your own
Participants paying by check can mail in advance payment or bring a check to the session.

In accordance with Capital Region BOCES Board of Education Policy 6254 a 6.25% administrative assessment  will be charged for all services furnished to other BOCES, school districts belonging to other BOCES, and other  organizations and municipalities. In addition, an administrative assessment of 8.28% will be charged to all independent school districts and non-public schools.

65. SchoolTool Custom Exports [WEB]

Program: NERIC: SchoolTool

Dates: 11/19/2024

Location: Webex link will be provided

SchoolTool
This class will provide an introduction to the custom export functionality within SchoolTool. Custom exports are the only way to create 'reports' that export in Excel spreadsheet format. They can be a powerful tool to find the data needed by school districts.

66. YA Book Group 11/20

Program: School Support Services: Library Media Services

Dates: 11/20/2024

We invite librarians and educators at the middle school and high school levels to this monthly two-hour book group. There are no prescribed titles to read ahead of time, rather this group focuses on sharing out 1-3 titles read recently by participants that others should know about for curriculum, booklists, and additions to their libraries and classrooms. All discussed titles can be viewed at the Capital Region BOCES YA Book Group on Goodreads.

67. DASA Training December 2024

Program: School Support Services: General Professional Development

Audience: Public school employees, individuals seeking NYS certification

Dates: 12/3/2024

This workshop will fulfill the training requirements for the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) as required by the New York State Education Department Board of Regents. The workshop is designed for those who are seeking a New York State Certification.

New York State's Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) seeks to provide the State's public elementary and secondary school students with a safe and supportive environment free from discrimination, intimidation, taunting, harassment, and bullying on school property, a school bus and/or at a school function.

Date: December 3
Time: 8:30-3:30
1 hour lunch break, lunch will be on your own
Participants paying by check can mail in advance payment or bring a check to the session.

In accordance with Capital Region BOCES Board of Education Policy 6254 a 6.25% administrative assessment  will be charged for all services furnished to other BOCES, school districts belonging to other BOCES, and other  organizations and municipalities. In addition, an administrative assessment of 8.28% will be charged to all independent school districts and non-public schools.

68. 50 Ways to Engage Students with Google Apps

Program: NERIC: Model Schools

Dates: 12/3/2024 to 1/3/2025

Location: Online

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How do you create tasks that students want to do? Keeler and Lyon's "50 Ways to Engage Students with Google Apps," "-is full of templates, tips, tricks, and hacks for shifting engagement levels from disengaged to engaged using tools everyone can try."

This book study will help you learn to use:
* Google Docs and Slides as collaboration tools
* Google Sheets in ways that are fun and creative
* Google Classroom to recognize students as individuals
* Google Forms to quickly see where students are struggling

Participants will need access to the book, "50 Ways to Engage Students with Google Apps by Keeler and Lyon.

Fee: Model Schools Participants - FREE
Others: $275
Course Type: Online Course

Data Privacy and Security Statement: Please follow your district's data privacy and security guidelines. We strongly encourage you to read the privacy policies of any non-district approved applications to ensure that your students' identities are properly protected. If you are unsure whether a resource is approved by the district, please contact your school. Please visit StaySafe Online for useful information. Links to sites do not imply endorsement by NERIC.

69. Google Docs for Collaboration and Meaningful Feedback

Program: NERIC: Model Schools

Dates: 12/3/2024 to 12/20/2024

Location: Online

Google Docs is much more than just an online version of your favorite word processor. When you learn some of the different features, you'll discover that Google Docs can be invaluable in your classroom for collaborative work. While this course will be most useful to those who are relatively new to using Google Docs, experienced users may find some new tips and tricks to make this a tool for your students and for your other collaborative work. We will also look at what sort of feedback you can provide for students to help them engage in the revision process. Feedback for students should be a collaborative effort, too! This course is designed to help you use Google Docs to create collaborative documents and to encourage the use of collaboration-friendly feedback for students.

Fee: NERIC Model Schools Districts - FREE
Others: $275
Course Type: Online Course

Data Privacy and Security Statement: Please follow your district's data privacy and security guidelines. We strongly encourage you to read the privacy policies of any non-district approved applications to ensure that your students' identities are properly protected. If you are unsure whether a resource is approved by the district, please contact your school. Please visit StaySafe Online for useful information. Links to sites do not imply endorsement by NERIC.

70. 24-25 Testing Coordinator Meeting - Session 2 of 4

Program: NERIC: Testing

Audience: District Test Coordinators (DTCs) - Building Principals - School Test Coordinators

Dates: 12/4/2024

Join the NERIC Testing Team as they go over Testing Coordinator responsibilities and expectations for the 2024-2025 school year. Exams include all Elementary/Intermediate ELA, Math and Science, NYSITELL/NYSESLAT, and Regents Exams. Session 2 will cover expectations for CBT Simulation, Preparations for January Regents, and expected data pulls for answer sheet pre-print and more.

71. Collaborative Literacy Network - An Ongoing Conversation: The Critical Role of Writing in the SOR Framework

Program: School Support Services: General Professional Development

Audience: Educational Staff

Dates: 12/4/2024

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Join colleagues from across the region in this multi-disciplinary series aimed at supporting evidence-based literacy instruction across grades and contents. In this discussion we will discuss the critical role of writing within the Science of Reading framework and how writing integrates with reading development to enhance literacy skills in students. Our discussion will highlight how writing activities support and reinforce key reading concepts. Participants will include colleagues from Capital Region, Questar III, HFM and WSWHE BOCES.

This meeting will take place virtually.

72. SchoolTool Rollover - Next Year Scheduling Prep Overview [WEB]

Program: NERIC: SchoolTool

Dates: 12/5/2024

Location: Webex link will be provided

SchoolTool
This webinar will be a review of mid-year school rollover tasks required to begin scheduling. Specific topics will include preparatory steps for the scheduling season and beginning new school year setup. A review of the SchoolTool rollover screen will be included, as will period maintenance and other maintenance setup tasks performed during the annual rollover.

73. Engaging Ed Tech to Enhance Classroom Units

Program: NERIC: Model Schools

Dates: 12/6/2024 to 1/24/2025

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In this course, participants will use a variety of EdTech tools including Magic School, Ed Puzzle, Vooks, Epic, Canva, Blooket, and others to develop and/or enhance a current unit of study that they teach.

Fee: NERIC Model Schools Districts - FREE
Others: $275
Course Type: Online Course (Asynchronous)

Data Privacy and Security Statement: Please follow your district's data privacy and security guidelines. We strongly encourage you to read the privacy policies of any non-district approved applications to ensure that your students' identities are properly protected. If you are unsure whether a resource is approved by the district, please contact your school. Please visit StaySafe Online for useful information. Links to sites do not imply endorsement by NERIC.

74. Introduction to Pixlr

Program: NERIC: Model Schools

Dates: 12/9/2024 to 1/13/2025

Pixlr is a free online cloud-based image editing tool that runs on both the PC and Mac platforms. It's an HTML5-based app that closely resembles Photoshop. Images may be opened from your workstation or URL, as well as from Facebook, Instagram, and Google Photos. The course, focusing on Web image creation for the classroom, will include: interface navigation, selection tools and layers, manipulating your images, transforming and retouching photos, and filters. Participants who complete all the assignments, assessments and projects will receive a certificate of completion for 15 hours of participation. Registrants will be notified by email with course access information.

Prerequisites: Participants should also have access to a digital camera, smartphone or digital images for final project completion.

Fee: NERIC Model Schools Districts - FREE
Others: $275
Course Type: Online Course (Asynchronous)

Data Privacy and Security Statement: Please follow your district's data privacy and security guidelines. We strongly encourage you to read the privacy policies of any non-district approved applications to ensure that your students' identities are properly protected. If you are unsure whether a resource is approved by the district, please contact your school. Please visit StaySafe Online for useful information. Links to sites do not imply endorsement by NERIC.

75. Empowering ENL Teachers with Digital Tools session 2 of 3 (12.11)

Program: NERIC: Model Schools

Audience: ENL teachers and support staff

Dates: 12/11/2024

These professional development 3 trainings equips ELL teachers with a comprehensive toolkit of digital resources to enhance their teaching practices and support the academic and linguistic growth of their students. Through hands-on activities and collaborative projects, teachers will learn how to effectively use various tools Kami, Padlet, Quizziz, Google Tools, and others to create engaging and personalized learning experiences for their ELL students. The training will also provide guidance on best practices for using digital tools in the classroom, ensuring that all students have access to the resources and support they need to be successful. Session 2 will focus on Google Tools and Diffit as well as some extensions.

If you are interested in this session, but are unable to attend during the designated time, feel free to sign up and contact the instructor (virginia.bond@neric.org). An option to complete the session asynchronously will be provided after the LIVE session has occurred. All participants will be sent a video link to the session after the live session is complete. Information regarding accessing the webinar will be sent to all registrants for that session via email the day prior to the event.

Fee: NERIC Model Schools Districts - FREE
Others: $85.00
Location: Online via Webex

Data Privacy and Security Statement: Please follow your district's data privacy and security guidelines. We strongly encourage you to read the privacy policies of any non-district approved applications to ensure that your students' identities are properly protected. If you are unsure whether a resource is approved by the district, please contact your school. Please visit StaySafe Online for useful information. Links to sites do not imply endorsement by NERIC.

76. YA Book Group 12/12

Program: School Support Services: Library Media Services

Dates: 12/12/2024

We invite librarians and educators at the middle school and high school levels to this monthly two-hour book group. There are no prescribed titles to read ahead of time, rather this group focuses on sharing out 1-3 titles read recently by participants that others should know about for curriculum, booklists, and additions to their libraries and classrooms. All discussed titles can be viewed at the Capital Region BOCES YA Book Group on Goodreads.

77. NERIC Annual Awareness Day 2024

Program: NERIC Awareness Day Catalog

Audience: Educators, District Administrators and Technology Specialists

Dates: 12/13/2024

The 34nd Annual Regional Technology Awareness Day will be held on Friday, December 13, 2024 at the Albany Capital Center in Albany, NY.

The theme of Awareness Day 2024 is "Inclusive innovation: Technology for Every Learner" and the keynote speaker is Trevor Muir - founder of EpicPBL!

Use #TechADay on X to share and follow Tech A-Day experiences!

Please note:

*CTLE professional development credits are offered for this event to those who register here through MyLearningPlan. This registration step is the ONLY way credits can be obtained.

*In addition to registering here for CTLE credit, you must click here to register for the event on CVENT.

78. Storytelling With Purpose: Digital Projects to Ignite Student Curiosity - A Book Study

Program: NERIC: Model Schools

Dates: 12/16/2024 to 1/5/2025

Location: Online

Get ready to ignite a passion for learning in your students like never before! Transform your teaching and inspire your students with the dynamic power of digital storytelling. Join us in a book study of Michael Hernandez's Storytelling with Purpose: Digital Projects to Ignite Student Curiosity. Storytelling enables us to make sense of the world and organize our thinking. Discover how to use the power of storytelling to create authentic learning experiences that extend beyond the classroom. Through classroom-tested practical advice and real-world examples, this book study will equip you with the tools and strategies needed to foster a mindset of curiosity, agency, and purpose in your students, empowering them to succeed in a rapidly changing world.

The purpose of this book study is to create a culture of learning and sharing as we delve into the recently published educational text Storytelling with Purpose: Digital Projects to Ignite Student Curiosity by Michael Hernandez. This online collaborative environment will enable you to interact with other educators, discover additional resources, and inspire you to think differently.

The format of this book study allows you to participate at times that are most convenient for you and your schedule. Participants should have access to the book Storytelling with Purpose: Digital Projects to Ignite Student Curiosity by Michael Hernandez.

Fee: NERIC Model Schools Districts - FREE
Others: $275
Course Type: Online Course (Asynchronous)

Data Privacy and Security Statement: Please follow your district's data privacy and security guidelines. We strongly encourage you to read the privacy policies of any non-district approved applications to ensure that your students' identities are properly protected. If you are unsure whether a resource is approved by the district, please contact your school. Please visit StaySafe Online for useful information. Links to sites do not imply endorsement by NERIC.

79. SchoolTool Custom Exports - Using Column Formulas [WEB]

Program: NERIC: SchoolTool

Dates: 12/17/2024

Location: Webex link will be provided

SchoolTool
This class will provide users with how to refine Custom Export reports (for example, concatenating fields, formatting information, and much more). It is a powerful feature and you will be given a handout with specific formulas!

80. ESSA 101 Overview

Program: School Support Services: General Professional Development

Audience: Educational Staff

Dates: 12/19/2024

New
Join this session to learn and/or review the basic components of NYSED's ESSA accountability system including but not limited to:
- ESSA basics (identifications, situation tables, calculations, and more!)
- 2-year rebuild changes and implications
- SIRS reports overview
- Conversation with colleagues on best practices

81. Lead with Literacy

Program: NERIC: Model Schools

Dates: 1/6/2025 to 1/27/2025

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"Readers are leaders. Leaders are readers. Literacy impacts every aspect of life-” Mandy Ellis

But learning to read-and teaching students to read-isn't always easy, which is why it is important to develop and nurture and foster a love of reading within your school and classroom. You will take away practical, actionable, fun ideas and strategies that will deeply embed books, reading, and literacy into your school culture the next day.

Others: $275
Location: Online Course

Data Privacy and Security Statement: Please follow your district's data privacy and security guidelines. We strongly encourage you to read the privacy policies of any non-district approved applications to ensure that your students' identities are properly protected. If you are unsure whether a resource is approved by the district, please contact your school. Please visit StaySafe Online for useful information. Links to sites do not imply endorsement by NERIC.

82. Teaching for Justice

Program: NERIC: Model Schools

Dates: 1/6/2025 to 1/24/2025

The K-12 classroom is the perfect place to introduce students to concepts of social justice and civic engagement while combating issues of bias, racism, discrimination, and bullying. This course will introduce you to the Southern Poverty Law Center's (SPLC) online educational resources: Learning for Justice. This course is designed to familiarize you with those digital resources by directing you to different areas of the site in order to use the content to brainstorm implementation tools. We will work in tandem to strengthen those tools by participating in discussions and working together to design lessons/materials for effective use via Google Classroom.

Fee: NERIC Model Schools Districts - FREE
Others: $275
Course Type: Online Course (Asynchronous)

Data Privacy and Security Statement: Please follow your district's data privacy and security guidelines. We strongly encourage you to read the privacy policies of any non-district approved applications to ensure that your students' identities are properly protected. If you are unsure whether a resource is approved by the district, please contact your school. Please visit StaySafe Online for useful information. Links to sites do not imply endorsement by NERIC.

83. Digital Citizenship in Action: A Book Study

Program: NERIC: Model Schools

Dates: 1/6/2025 to 1/26/2025

Location: Online

Get ready to ditch the doom and gloom and inspire your students to thrive in the digital world! In this book study of Digital Citizenship in Action: Empowering Students to Engage in Online Communities (2nd edition) by Kristen Mattson, you'll explore how to shift the conversation from online dangers to digital possibilities. Forget outdated lessons that paint the internet as a scary place-this course is all about showing students the opportunities for online collaboration, creativity, and community-building. You'll get real-life classroom examples, engaging activities for all grade levels, and tips for creating a safe space where students can experiment, grow, and learn from their mistakes. If you're ready to guide your students in developing the skills to be thoughtful, engaged digital citizens, this course is for you!

We will delve into the recently published educational text Digital Citizenship in Action: Empowering Students to Engage in Online Communities (2nd edition) by Kristen Mattson. This online collaborative environment will enable you to interact with other educators, discover additional resources, and inspire you to think differently.

Participants should have access to the book Digital Citizenship in Action: Empowering Students to Engage in Online Communities (2nd edition) by Kristen Mattson.

Fee: NERIC Model Schools Districts - FREE
Others: $275
Course Type: Online Course (Asynchronous)

Data Privacy and Security Statement: Please follow your district's data privacy and security guidelines. We strongly encourage you to read the privacy policies of any non-district approved applications to ensure that your students' identities are properly protected. If you are unsure whether a resource is approved by the district, please contact your school. Please visit StaySafe Online for useful information. Links to sites do not imply endorsement by NERIC.

84. Getting to the Heart of Words with Orthographic Mapping

Program: NERIC: Model Schools

Dates: 1/6/2025 to 2/3/2025

Location: Online

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This class will introduce teachers to orthographic mapping and its significant benefits in enhancing reading and spelling skills! This approach helps students connect sounds to letters, promoting better word recognition and fluency. Participants will also learn and practice ways to get to the heart of tricky words with permanently irregular spellings! We will explore articles, podcasts, technology tools, and additional resources. No book is required for this course, but recommended texts will be suggested.

Fee: NERIC Model Schools Districts - FREE
Others: $275
Course Type: Online Course

Data Privacy and Security Statement: Please follow your district's data privacy and security guidelines. We strongly encourage you to read the privacy policies of any non-district approved applications to ensure that your students' identities are properly protected. If you are unsure whether a resource is approved by the district, please contact your school. Please visit StaySafe Online for useful information. Links to sites do not imply endorsement by NERIC.

85. Accountability 102: Tableau ESSA Reports Overview

Program: School Support Services: General Professional Development

Audience: Educational Staff

Dates: 1/7/2025

New
This session will review the ESSA reports available in Tableau and share best practices on their usage for school and continuous improvement.
- Review major changes to ESSA and accountability.
- Review ESSA reports in Tableau.
- Discuss the best-practice ways participants have utilized the reports for continuous and school improvement.

86. SchoolTool Course Selections Overview [WEB]

Program: NERIC: SchoolTool

Dates: 1/8/2025

Location: Webex link will be provided

SchoolTool
This webinar will cover entering student course selections (individual and batch), removing and editing course selections, as well as using the advanced search to find students with a specific course selection. Also to be covered will be useful reports for working with student course selections.

87. SchoolTool Rollover - Next Year Scheduling Prep Overview [WEB]

Program: NERIC: SchoolTool

Dates: 1/9/2025

Location: Webex link will be provided

SchoolTool
This webinar will be a review of mid-year school rollover tasks required to begin scheduling. Specific topics will include preparatory steps for the scheduling season and beginning new school year setup. A review of the SchoolTool rollover screen will be included, as will period maintenance and other maintenance setup tasks performed during the annual rollover.

88. YA Book Group 1/13

Program: School Support Services: Library Media Services

Dates: 1/13/2025

We invite librarians and educators at the middle school and high school levels to this monthly two-hour book group. There are no prescribed titles to read ahead of time, rather this group focuses on sharing out 1-3 titles read recently by participants that others should know about for curriculum, booklists, and additions to their libraries and classrooms. All discussed titles can be viewed at the Capital Region BOCES YA Book Group on Goodreads.

89. Midyear Meeting Passport to Reading: Yearlong Professional Development

Program: School Support Services: Library Media Services

Dates: 1/15/2025

The purpose of this PD is for librarians to engage in self-paced professional reading to benefit their libraries and increase their own knowledge while also building community and finding new resources. Participants will read on professional title of their choosing each month and will engage with learning pathfinders and complete video reflections. Kickoff meeting is mandatory. There will be optional midyear and end-of-year meetings, listed separately for registration.

90. DASA Training January 2025

Program: School Support Services: General Professional Development

Audience: Individuals seeking NYS Certification

Dates: 1/17/2025

This workshop will fulfill the training requirements for the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) as required by the New York State Education Department Board of Regents. The workshop is designed for those who are seeking a New York State Certification.

New York State's Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) seeks to provide the State's public elementary and secondary school students with a safe and supportive environment free from discrimination, intimidation, taunting, harassment, and bullying on school property, a school bus and/or at a school function.

Date: January 17
Time: 8:30-3:30
1 hour lunch break, lunch will be on your own
Participants paying by check can mail in advance payment or bring a check to the session.

In accordance with Capital Region BOCES Board of Education Policy 6254 a 6.25% administrative assessment will be charged for all services furnished to other BOCES, school districts belonging to other BOCES, and other organizations and municipalities. In addition, an administrative assessment of 8.28% will be charged to all independent school districts and non-public schools.

91. Schoharie County Administrator and Teacher Leaders Literacy Conversation: Part 2

Program: School Support Services: General Professional Development

Audience: School Administrators

Dates: 1/30/2025

New
Back by request, please join us for a second round of conversation and planning around the Science of Reading for Schoharie County administrators. During this session we will split Elementary and Secondary and will leverage the expertise of the group to work through grade-band specific questions using the Literacy Briefs as a guide. This session will be workshop-based, and administrators will leave having shared and gleaned important next steps from an administrative perspective, as well as having brainstormed what supports teachers will need to move forward with this work. 

92. SchoolTool Elements of GPA Calculations [WEB]

Program: NERIC: SchoolTool

Audience: New schooltool Users

Dates: 1/30/2025

Location: Webex link will be provided

SchoolTool
This webinar is for guidance staff responsible for ensuring student class averages, honor rolls, cumulative averages and ranks are correct. It covers how to perform manual calculations to be sure the results agree with your understanding.

93. SchoolTool Student History / Transcripts [WEB]

Program: NERIC: SchoolTool

Dates: 2/4/2025

SchoolTool
This webinar will cover keying-in transfer (summer school or other) student historical information for transcript purposes. Topics will include: Adding district or non-district courses and scores;; adding linked or stand-alone assessment scores; as well as reports (transcripts, completed course audit, etc.) for verifying transfer student data.

94. SchoolTool HS/MS Scheduling PART I & II [ALB]

Program: NERIC: SchoolTool

Dates: 2/5/2025 to 2/12/2025

SchoolTool

Part I: This classroom session will cover creating schedules for secondary level students. Steps to get ready for the scheduling season will be discussed as well as tips and tricks for building a successful master schedule. Specific topics will include school year rollover tasks, scheduling/course catalog rollover, period maintenance, teaming, importing the master schedule or creating a new master schedule and an overview of analysis reports with special attention to the Section View and Section Load reports.

Part II: Participants attending this working session should have prior SchoolTool scheduling experience or have attended HS/MS Scheduling I class. Bring your documents for the next school year and a NERIC Coordinator will be there to provide assistance as needed.

SchoolTool
This webinar will be a review of mid-year school rollover tasks required to begin scheduling. Specific topics will include preparatory steps for the scheduling season and beginning new school year setup. A review of the SchoolTool rollover screen will be included, as will period maintenance and other maintenance setup tasks performed during the annual rollover.

96. SchoolTool MS/HS Master Scheduling "Basics A to Z" PART I & II [WEB]

Program: NERIC: SchoolTool

Dates: 2/6/2025 to 2/13/2025

SchoolTool

Part I: This webinar session will cover Course Catalog, schedule-related settings, Student Course Selections and related reports, building Master Schedule Sections and essential reports to analyze the Master Schedule build (2.5 hrs)

Part II of the "A-Z" series will cover options available for building schedules using the Student Schedule Builder, Builder settings and constraints, reports to assess the master schedule, and how to finalize, lock and backup your schedule. This includes the Study Hall Overlay (2.5 hrs)

A prerequisite for this course is NERIC SchoolTool Rollover and Next Year Preparation offered in December, January, and February.

97. Communication Coordinators Meeting #2 (CC Meeting)

Program: School Support Services: Library Media Services

Audience: Capital Region School Librarians

Dates: 2/11/2025

Quarterly meetings for SLS Communications Coordinators as mandated in NY State Education Law 90.18. Communications Coordinators are updated on topics such as NY State Education updates, technology, and Information Fluency Skills. Professional development is provided on current issues. Information is brought back to other librarians in their districts. Format determined by level of transmission. ALL Librarians are welcome!

98. SchoolTool Discipline Overview [WEB]

Program: NERIC: SchoolTool

Dates: 2/13/2025

SchoolTool
This webinar will cover creating and resolving discipline referrals, students to see, discipline reports and discipline maintenance setup.

99. SchoolTool Foundations [WEB]

Program: NERIC: SchoolTool

Audience: New schooltool Users

Dates: 2/25/2025

SchoolTool
This webinar will cover essential concepts and skills needed to get started in SchoolTool. Specific topics will include SchoolTool terminology and navigation, and using the basic and advanced search options to view student information.

100. YA Book Group 2/25

Program: School Support Services: Library Media Services

Dates: 2/25/2025

We invite librarians and educators at the middle school and high school levels to this monthly two-hour book group. There are no prescribed titles to read ahead of time, rather this group focuses on sharing out 1-3 titles read recently by participants that others should know about for curriculum, booklists, and additions to their libraries and classrooms. All discussed titles can be viewed at the Capital Region BOCES YA Book Group on Goodreads.

101. DASA Training February 2025

Program: School Support Services: General Professional Development

Audience: Individuals seeking NYS certification

Dates: 2/26/2025

This workshop will fulfill the training requirements for the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) as required by the New York State Education Department Board of Regents. The workshop is designed for those who are seeking a New York State Certification.

New York State's Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) seeks to provide the State's public elementary and secondary school students with a safe and supportive environment free from discrimination, intimidation, taunting, harassment, and bullying on school property, a school bus and/or at a school function.

Date: February 26
Time: 8:30-3:30
1 hour lunch break, lunch will be on your own
Participants paying by check can mail in advance payment or bring a check to the session.

In accordance with Capital Region BOCES Board of Education Policy 6254 a 6.25% administrative assessment will be charged for all services furnished to other BOCES, school districts belonging to other BOCES, and other organizations and municipalities. In addition, an administrative assessment of 8.28% will be charged to all independent school districts and non-public schools.