Frontline Education

1. Teach 2 Lead Professional Development Series

Program: School Development Services

Audience: New or slightly new CTE teachers

Dates: 8/21/2024 to 5/9/2025

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

2. Asynchronous Session: Lead Evaluator of Principals-Annual Refresher

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: District Administrators that are Lead Evaluators of Principals

Dates: 9/9/2024

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

3. 2024-2025 CSE/CPSE Chairpersons Meetings

Program: WSWHE BOCES Exceptional Learners (ELD)

Audience: CSE/CPSE Chairpersons

Dates: 9/19/2024 to 5/22/2025

Monthly meeting of CSE/CPSE chairpersons from WSWHE component districts. This full day meeting provides critical updates for CSE/CPSE chairpersons from the BOCES and NYSED. Opportunities are also provided for collaboration, problem solving, regional planning and professional learning. This year's meetings will focus on Special Education "How-To's" for chairpersons to bring back key learning for implementation in district. A monthly newsletter with upcoming topics is sent to registrants prior to each meeting. This meeting is intended for chairpersons within the WSWHE BOCES supervisory region. Requests for districts outside the WSWHE region should be sent to Kelly Sheppard, Director for Exceptional Learners at ksheppard@wswheboces.org Septmeber: Special education process and procedures aligned with regulation at the district level October: Continuum of Services; Special Education & Home School Regulations November: Understanding disabilities, most updated perspectives/information January: Learner variability; ENL and Special Education crossovers and connections

4. Curriculum and Assessment Council

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Leadership of the 31 Component Districts in the WSWHE Region

Dates: 9/23/2024 to 6/6/2025

This series of meetings will provide training, support, and updates to the 31 member districts of the WSWHE BOCES. Sessions will include topics linked directly to curriculum, instruction, assessment and technology. Participants will be added to the regional listserv to ensure materials are shared.

5. Wellness, Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity (W.I.D.E.) Regional Network

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: District and School Leaders designated to represent their district. Prior approval by your district's superintendent is required.

Dates: 10/18/2024 to 5/6/2025

This group is for school leaders in the WSWHE BOCES Region identified as the point of contact for DEI work within the district. This group will meet bi-monthly to help build understandings, resources & tools for a regional approach to DEI that focuses on: Welcoming & Affirming Environments, Inclusive Curriculum & Assessment, High Expectations & Rigorous Instruction, and Ongoing Professional Learning. Regional Network meetings will focus on priorities established by the Network in Spring 2024 which include: 1) Professional Learning through book study: 2) Working Groups for the development of tools, resources, and professional learning activities to be used by network members to support local and regional Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion implementation: Prioritized focus areas for 2024 - 2025 include: Data & Equity Reporting; Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment; Recruitment, Hiring & Retention Practices; Elevating Student Voices 3) Sharing of promising practices & supporting the extension of learning to others in the region.

6. Improving Student Attendance Symposium: Student re-engagement by improving school climate and building positive relationships with our students and community

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Staff dealing with Students and Attendance

Dates: 10/21/2024

This series will focus on presenting effective prevention/intervention strategies for dealing with chronic absenteeism including guest speakers from school districts, community service agencies including representatives from New York State Education Department and Countywide agencies. The series will consist of one day long workshop with six monthly panel discussions to follow.

7. Pathways to Leadership 2024-2025: Cohort Learning Series

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

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

Dates: 11/2/2024 to 4/28/2025

The Pathways to Leadership Collaboration exists to address a number of issues in educational leadership. Primarily, we are attempting to address both the shortage and quality of candidates for formal leadership roles. We exist to honor both the importance of quality leadership and its effect on student success. We believe we can play a role in the many stages of a leader's journey - raising up our leaders within and from the teaching ranks, encouraging the entry to leadership, honoring the complexity of leadership in education, operating with an eye to future advancement and succession planning, and finally, creating a forum where current leaders can pay it forward to the next generation. Concurrent Registration is required w/ the Pathways to Leadership 2024-2025 Kick Off Session. Session Topics will include: What is the Work of Leadership? What Does the Work Look Like, Today & Tomorrow? Who Does the Work with Me? What are the Structures, Supports, and Resources for Getting the Work Done? Participants will receive a $500 stipend to participate. Participants must have District Administrator permission to participate. Final confirmation of registration will be sent to registrants once district approval is received.

8. DASA Certification Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Those seeking certicification

Dates: 11/6/2024 to 11/7/2024

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

9. Regional PLC for K-12 (Instructional or Instructional-Related) Coaches

Program: School Development Services

Audience: K-12 coaches (or those who serve in an instructional or behavioral coaching roles)

Dates: 11/13/2024 to 4/9/2025

Join other regional K-12 coaches (or those who serve in an instructional or behavioral coaching roles) for collaborative meetings aimed at sharing ideas, discussing challenges, proposing solutions, and sharing resources. This professional learning community (PLC) opportunity is designed to bring together coaches for professional conversations unique to their coaching role. Agenda, topics, and discussions will be set by the group with all participating as a learning community.

10. Improving Student Attendance Symposium: Student re-engagement by improving school climate and building positive relationships with our students and community

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Staff dealing with Students and Attendance

Dates: 12/16/2024 to 5/15/2025

This series will focus on presenting effective prevention/intervention strategies for dealing with chronic absenteeism including guest speakers from school districts, community service agencies including representatives from New York State Education Department and Countywide agencies. The series will consist of one day long workshop with six monthly panel discussions to follow.

11. Asynchronous Session: Lead Evaluator of Principals-Annual Refresher

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: District Administrators that are Lead Evaluators of Principals

Dates: 1/1/2025

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

12. Lead Evaluator of Teachers-Annual Refresher- Self- Paced Course (Asynchronous)

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

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

Dates: 1/1/2025

This refresher course is designed for current lead evaluators of teachers who are seeking to fulfill annual training requirements for updates and annual recertification/renewal as a Lead Evaluator of Teachers in accordance with their district APPR plans. Activities are aligned to the nine required training components. This Annual REFRESHER Session will only provide recertification as Lead Evaluator of Teachers. Attendees who have never been initially certified as a Lead Evaluator of Teachers in prior school years must attend the Initial 3 Part Series to fulfill district APPR requirements for Lead Evaluators. Contact Cecilia Dansereau-Rumley with questions or to determine if this is the right session for you. This is a self- paced course from 01/01/2025-01/31/2025. Participants must complete all parts of the sessions during this window to receive credit.

13. "The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness" Book Study

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Dates: 1/6/2025 to 2/13/2025

Join us for an engaging six-session book study on "The Anxious Generation" by Jonathan Haidt, where we will delve into the pressing issues of anxiety and mental health among today's youth. This thought-provoking book examines the impact of social media, cultural shifts, and educational practices on the emotional well-being of our students. As educators, understanding these unique challenges is crucial for creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment. Haidt's insights will equip you with valuable strategies to foster resilience, support mental health, and enhance student engagement. Participants will engage in collaborative discussions, explore practical strategies to support anxious students. Participants are required to purchase their own copies of the book. Sign up today and be part of this vital conversation on mental health and education.

14. LETRS Units 2-4 Cohort 2

Program: School Development Services

Audience: 2024-2025 Cohort

Dates: 1/9/2025 to 4/30/2025

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

15. "Stolen Focus", by Johann Hari- Book Study

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Dates: 1/13/2025 to 2/24/2025

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Join us for a compelling book study on "Stolen Focus" by Johann Hari, exploring the profound impacts of digital distractions on our attention spans and mental well-being. This study delves into Hari's insightful exploration of how modern technology and constant connectivity are reshaping our ability to concentrate and stay focused. This book study also offers a structured approach for educators to earn CTLE hours while gaining valuable insights into the effects of digital distractions on students' learning and behavior. ***Participants should purchase their own book in advance*** Reading of chapters will be expected to be completed by each virtual meeting.

16. School Library System Communication Coordinator Meeting - Library Program Showcase

Program: School Library Services

Audience: School Librarians in the WSWHE BOCES Region

Dates: 1/14/2025

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

17. Regional SEL Cohort Meeting

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Dates: 1/14/2025

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In this session, participants will collaborate as a Regional Social Emotional Learning Group to develop and enrich curriculums, embed SEL in daily activities, and collaborate. As a group, we will discuss and begin to build a shared resource bank, and enhance resources aligned to the NY SEL Benchmarks. This group will meet 4 times throughout the school year to continue to build capacity in SEL.

18. Student Engagement and Cognitive Challenge

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: Granville Staff Only

Dates: 1/16/2025

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Participants will learn about three types of student engagement and explore several strategies to increase cognitive and emotional engagement while thinking through eight cognitive challenges.

19. High School Science Hands-on Investigations

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: High School Science Teachers

Dates: 1/22/2025

This session is intended for Earth & Space Science and Living Environment teachers and curriculum leaders. The session will provide a quick overview and structure for implementing the newly released New York State High School, Science Investigations. In this half-day session, we will look at the outline of the investigations and provide opportunities for hands-on experiences for the recently released investigations. Attendees will have hands-on experience reviewing their specific investigations and collaborating with colleagues to prepare for planning in-school implementations in home districts.

20. High School Science Hands-on Investigations

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: High School Science Teachers

Dates: 1/22/2025

This session is intended for Earth & Space Science and Living Environment teachers and curriculum leaders. The session will provide a quick overview and structure for implementing the newly released New York State High School, Science Investigations. In this half-day session, we will look at the outline of the investigations and provide opportunities for hands-on experiences for the recently released investigations. Attendees will have hands-on experience reviewing their specific investigations and collaborating with colleagues to prepare for planning in-school implementations in home districts.

21. Inspiring Teaching and Learning Through Advanced Learning Spaces: Unlocking the Potential of AI

Program: Model Schools Program

Dates: 1/23/2025

CDW, Promethean featuring Explain Everything, Yourway Learning and Lightspeed Technologies are partnering to present an engaging and interactive,TECH Summit hosted by WSHWE BOCES. This session offers valuable insights into transforming your school's technology environment by demonstrating technology solutions that align with your district's technology plan. Additionally, WSHWE Lead Coordinator for Instructional Technology Programs, Laurie Guyon, will provide valuable information to continue alignment with the NYS Computer and Digital Literacy Standards. By the end of the session, participants will leave with a deeper understanding of how to navigate technological change, ensure sustainable investments, and best practices for cross-curricular digital literacy alignment. * Designed with Directors of Technology, Curriculum and Instruction, Library Media Specialists, and Tech Coordinators in mind for planning for 2025.

22. SLS Mentor Program Meeting #2

Program: School Library Services

Audience: School Librarians in the SLS Mentor Program

Dates: 1/23/2025

One of four meetings for school librarians in the WSWHE BOCES School Library System Mentor program. Meeting agendas are determined by the needs of the librarians and include topics such as classroom management, curriculum development, collaboration, library program improvement, and more. Participants will be able to apply knowledge gained during each session to their library program when they return to the library.

23. NYSED Blue Ribbon Commission's Portrait of a Graduate

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: K-12 classroom & PPS staff, leaders

Dates: 1/24/2025

The NYS Blue Ribbon Commission has been working since Fall of 2020 to analyze the current educational system in NYS and the requirements in place to earn a high school diploma. In Fall 2023, the BRC presented a set of 12 recommendations to Commissioner Rosa and the Board of Regents for consideration to transform the long established system to be future focused, and better serve the needs of the diverse student population across New York State to become prepared for college, careers, and civic engagement. Once adopted, the NYSED will establish implementation actions and timelines for educators at the local level. This session will provide an introduction to the main transformative recommendation, the proposed NYS Portrait of a Graduate. Learning Outcomes: Participants will be able to identify the 7 defining characteristics of the student profile & their relationship to the future NYS graduation requirements. Participants will be able to begin to connect their local practices at the district, school, and classroom level to determine individual and collective readiness steps.

24. STEM Cohort - In Person

Program: Model Schools Program

Dates: 1/27/2025

The STEM Cohort is a professional development opportunity for teachers and district leaders to deepen their understanding of STEM education. Participants will explore effective STEM lessons, units, and products, share resources, and learn from peers and experts in the field. Additionally, the cohort will focus on integrating the CSDF standards into their STEM units, ensuring alignment with curriculum expectations. New and existing members welcome!

25. Educational Technology Cohort - In Person

Program: Model Schools Program

Dates: 1/27/2025

The Educational Technology Cohort provides a platform for coaches, educators, and leaders from local school districts to collaborate and learn together. By focusing on the CSDF standards, the cohort will explore lessons, units, the latest educational technologies, curriculum alignment, and more.

26. Magic Media in Canva

Program: Model Schools Program

Dates: 1/28/2025

Learn how to use the magic media tools in Canva in this fast paced webinar. We will explore writing and image creation as well as tools that remove backgrounds, grab texts, and edit images with ease. Be ready to be wowed with what Canva CAN do!

27. Brain and Behavior Training

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Dates: 1/28/2025

CharacterStrong School Culture Training offers educators a transformative one-day professional development experience designed to address the growing social, emotional, and behavioral challenges in schools. Utilizing their research-backed SERVE Model, this interactive training equips educators with practical, low-burden strategies to enhance student engagement, well-being, and classroom community. Participants will learn relationship-building techniques, develop empathetic response tools, and create structures that promote intellectual safety and belonging, ultimately helping educators effectively support student success in today's complex educational landscape. ** Lunch will be included with the training**

28. New York State Alternate Assessment Training 2024-2025 - NEW TEACHERS ONLY

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Test Administrators

Dates: 1/30/2025

New Test administrators must successfully complete the four modules of the training with a passing score on each module's post-test before creating student accounts before testing begins. Modules must be completed in order. Participants should bring laptops or tablets in order to access the training site and to complete each test module at the end of the training day. Prior to Training KITE Student Portal must be installed on the device brought to training to ensure you will be able to complete the training. Activate your Kite account to ensure accessibility at training day. The email address from which the message is sent from kite-support@ku.edu The subject line of the email is: "Activate your Account for KITE Assessment Administration" These emails may be going to SPAM or junk folders or may be blocked by district email filters. **If you do not receive this email from KITE, please contact your District Data/Test Coordinator.

29. New York State Alternate Assessment Training 2024-2025 - RETURNING TEACHERS ONLY

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Test Administrators

Dates: 1/30/2025

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

30. Overview of 3012 E NYS Evaluation Plans

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: District and School Leaders

Dates: 1/31/2025

On June 28, 2024 Governor Hochul signed legislation to enact Education Law 3012(e) and initiate the NYSED to draft new regulations, guidelines and process to replace the current APPR 3012(d) Regulations. Draft regulations and preliminary implementation guidelines were released in November 2024. This introductory session is designed to district and school leader to explore the statutory and regulatory changes and implementation roadmap as an initial step to gain awareness to infform future planning with the district.

31. Asynchronous Session: Lead Evaluator of Principals-Annual Refresher

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: District Administrators that are Lead Evaluators of Principals

Dates: 2/1/2025

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

32. Lead Evaluator of Teachers-Annual Refresher- Self- Paced Course (Asynchronous)

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

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

Dates: 2/1/2025

This refresher course is designed for current lead evaluators of teachers who are seeking to fulfill annual training requirements for updates and annual recertification/renewal as a Lead Evaluator of Teachers in accordance with their district APPR plans. Activities are aligned to the nine required training components. This Annual REFRESHER Session will only provide recertification as Lead Evaluator of Teachers. Attendees who have never been initially certified as a Lead Evaluator of Teachers in prior school years must attend the Initial 3 Part Series to fulfill district APPR requirements for Lead Evaluators. Contact Cecilia Dansereau-Rumley with questions or to determine if this is the right session for you. This is a self- paced course from 02/01/2025-02/28/2025. Participants must complete all parts of the sessions during this window to receive credit.

33. Regional Health PLC

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Dates: 2/3/2025

In this session, participants will collaborate as a Regional Health PLC to develop and enrich curriculums, enhance resources and collectively build a Repository for our region while continuing to ensure lessons are aligned to NYS Learning Standards. Collectively the participants will build a bank of regional resources and assessments that will be shared to meet the needs of students throughout the region.

34. Model Schools Liaisons Meeting

Program: Model Schools Program

Dates: 2/4/2025

Join us to stay ahead of the curve in education technology! This cohort will meet quarterly to share insights, resources, and best practices related to new tech products, Google updates, and the evolving computer science and digital fluency standards. Let's collaborate to address the challenges and opportunities in our districts. We welcome your ideas and questions! Please contact Laurie Guyon, lguyon@wswheboces.org for more information or if you have any requests for the agenda. Schedule: Nucleaus 11:30 Virtual Demo

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

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Dates: 2/4/2025

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 Cap. Region, Questar III, HFM and WSWHE BOCES.

36. CTE Academic Audit

Program: WSWHE BOCES Career and Technical Education (CTE)

Dates: 2/5/2025

This session is for ELA and Math teachers who are certified in grades 9-12 to participate in the academic review of Career and Technical Education Programs. Participants will review competency and standards alignment for four CTE programs. This process is a part of the program re-approval guidelines set forth by the New York State Education Department. In addition to curriculum review, participants will have an opportunity to visit CTE classrooms. Lunch is provided.

37. Thinking Routines

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: Whitehall Staff Only

Dates: 2/5/2025

Participants will practice using multiple thinking routines that can be integrated into daily instructional experiences that help students to make meaning of concepts, ideas and texts across content areas.

38. Thinking Routines

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: Whitehall Staff Only

Dates: 2/5/2025

Participants will practice using multiple thinking routines that can be integrated into daily instructional experiences that help students to make meaning of concepts, ideas and texts across content areas.

39. High School Science Hands-on Investigations

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: High School Science Teachers

Dates: 2/6/2025

This session is intended for Earth & Space Science and Living Environment teachers and curriculum leaders. The session will provide a quick overview and structure for implementing the newly released New York State High School, Science Investigations. In this half-day session, we will look at the outline of the investigations and provide opportunities for hands-on experiences for the recently released investigations. Attendees will have hands-on experience reviewing their specific investigations and collaborating with colleagues to prepare for planning in-school implementations in home districts.

40. High School Science Hands-on Investigations

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: High School Science Teachers

Dates: 2/6/2025

This session is intended for Earth & Space Science and Living Environment teachers and curriculum leaders. The session will provide a quick overview and structure for implementing the newly released New York State High School, Science Investigations. In this half-day session, we will look at the outline of the investigations and provide opportunities for hands-on experiences for the recently released investigations. Attendees will have hands-on experience reviewing their specific investigations and collaborating with colleagues to prepare for planning in-school implementations in home districts.

41. Restorative Practices: Building Relationships, Community, and Trust

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: Educators Pre K-12

Dates: 2/7/2025

This half day professional development session will introduce participants to the fundamental principles and applications of Restorative Practices in an educational setting. The training will guide educators to understand the difference between Restorative Justice and Restorative Practices while learning about the types of harm and how to address them through the lens of getting to the root cause. Participants will learn about the similarities and differences between a restorative conferencing approach to discipline and a restorative circle-based classroom, and how these two models work together. Participants will also engage in actual community-building circle work, including the use of talking pieces and restorative language and problem-solving in order to build relationships and community at the building and classroom level. Through this session, participants will leave equipped with practical strategies and a deeper understanding of how to create a more just and equitable learning environment for all students.

42. Thinking Routines

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: Granville Staff Only

Dates: 2/13/2025

Participants will practice using multiple thinking routines that can be integrated into daily instructional experiences that help students to make meaning of concepts, ideas and texts across content areas.

43. NYS Mandated Harassment Prevention Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: School District Staff

Dates: 2/20/2025

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

44. Back to Basics - Google Classroom

Program: Model Schools Program

Dates: 2/25/2025

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Join our Google Classroom Webinar for beginners! This session will cover the latest updates, key features, and best practices to help you get the most out of the platform. Learn how to set up and manage your classes, streamline assignments, engage with students, and explore new tools to enhance your teaching experience. Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your skills, this webinar is perfect for educators seeking to boost their productivity and make the most of Google Classroom.

45. STEM Cohort - Virtual

Program: Model Schools Program

Dates: 2/27/2025

The STEM Cohort is a professional development opportunity for teachers and district leaders to deepen their understanding of STEM education. Participants will explore effective STEM lessons, units, and products, share resources, and learn from peers and experts in the field. Additionally, the cohort will focus on integrating the CSDF standards into their STEM units, ensuring alignment with curriculum expectations. New members welcome!

46. Educational Technology Cohort - Virtual

Program: Model Schools Program

Dates: 2/27/2025

The Educational Technology Cohort provides a platform for coaches, educators, and leaders from local school districts to collaborate and learn together. By focusing on the CSDF standards, the cohort will explore lessons, units, the latest educational technologies, curriculum alignment, and more.

47. Canva for Creators: A Hands-On Workshop for Beginners & Beyond

Program: Model Schools Program

Dates: 3/4/2025

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Unlock your creative potential with our in-person Canva for Creators workshop! Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to level up your design skills, this hands-on session will guide you through the essentials of using Canva for stunning graphics, presentations, social media posts, and more. Learn the latest tools, design tips, and tricks to enhance your projects, plus discover advanced features for even greater customization. By the end of the workshop, you'll walk away with the confidence to create eye-catching designs that stand out.

48. Check Point Consortium Day 3

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Teachers of World Languages

Dates: 3/4/2025

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In this workshop, we will provide an overview of the revised standards and guidance for assessment creation, emphasizing alignment with NYSED requirements. We will also outline our plan for a regional exam, including the percentage breakdown and number of questions corresponding to NYSED guidance. Participants will have the opportunity to create sample questions using NYSED materials for each category, supported by insights from our recent workshop and webinar experiences.

49. SLS Mentor Program Meeting #3

Program: School Library Services

Audience: School Librarians in the SLS Mentor Program

Dates: 3/4/2025

One of four meetings for school librarians in the WSWHE BOCES School Library System Mentor program. Meeting agendas are determined by the needs of the librarians and include topics such as classroom management, curriculum development, collaboration, library program improvement, and more. Participants will be able to apply knowledge gained during each session to their library program when they return to the library.

50. Scaffolding Strategies

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: Whitehall Staff Only

Dates: 3/5/2025

Participants will consider four elements (meaning, structure, language and knowledge) when determining the best scaffolding strategy to support student learning needs.

51. Scaffolding Strategies

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: Whitehall Staff Only

Dates: 3/5/2025

Participants will consider four elements (meaning, structure, language and knowledge) when determining the best scaffolding strategy to support student learning needs.

52. Scaffolding Strategies

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: Granville Staff Only

Dates: 3/6/2025

Participants will consider four elements (meaning, structure, language and knowledge) when determining the best scaffolding strategy to support student learning needs.

53. Regional Social Studies PLC

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Dates: 3/17/2025

In this session, participants will collaborate as a Regional Social Studies PLC to develop and enrich curriculums, enhance resources and collectively build a Repository for our region while continuing to ensure lessons are aligned to NYS Learning Standards. Collectively the participants will build a bank of regional resources and assessments that will be shared to meet the needs of students throughout the region for Grades K-12.

54. Using AI to Enhance Social Studies Instruction

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: Social Studies Teachers

Dates: 3/18/2025

AI is an important tool that can enhance instruction. Join us as we delve into the use of AI in the Social Studies classroom. We will look at ways in which AI can save teachers time as well as look at the major issues surrounding the use of AI. Participants will leave with tools that can be used to enhance instruction and the beginnings of a plan to bring AI into their classroom in an ethical and positive way.

55. SLS Council Meeting

Program: School Library Services

Audience: SLS Council Members

Dates: 3/19/2025

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

56. STEM Cohort - In Person

Program: Model Schools Program

Dates: 3/25/2025

The STEM Cohort is a professional development opportunity for teachers and district leaders to deepen their understanding of STEM education. Participants will explore effective STEM lessons, units, and products, share resources, and learn from peers and experts in the field. Additionally, the cohort will focus on integrating the CSDF standards into their STEM units, ensuring alignment with curriculum expectations.

57. Educational Technology Cohort - In Person

Program: Model Schools Program

Dates: 3/25/2025

The Educational Technology Cohort provides a platform for coaches, educators, and leaders from local school districts to collaborate and learn together. By focusing on the CSDF standards, the cohort will explore lessons, units, the latest educational technologies, curriculum alignment, and more.

58. Regional PBL

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Dates: 3/26/2025

The Professional Learning Community (PLC) on Project-Based Learning (PBL) aims to unite educators from all 31 school districts across our region, fostering collaboration and innovation in the development of PBL activities aligned with New York State (NYS) standards and grade levels. This group will create a repository of resources and lessons for teachers to pull from. It will allow for diverse content areas to contribute, share, and refine engaging and rigorous PBL activities that cater to the needs of our students. By leveraging the collective expertise of participants, the PLC will empower educators to enhance their instructional practices and create meaningful learning experiences, ultimately supporting our districts in their commitment to student success and academic excellence. ***Please be sure to bring your own devices to the PLC and lunch will be on your own.

59. Regional SEL Cohort Meeting

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Dates: 3/27/2025

In this session, participants will collaborate as a Regional Social Emotional Learning Group to develop and enrich curriculums, embed SEL in daily activities, and collaborate. As a group, we will discuss and begin to build a shared resource bank, and enhance resources aligned to the NY SEL Benchmarks. This group will meet 4 times throughout the school year to continue to build capacity in SEL.

60. NYS Mandated Harassment Prevention Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: School District Staff

Dates: 3/27/2025

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

61. Regional Science PLC

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Dates: 4/1/2025

In this session, participants will collaborate as a Regional Science PLC to develop and enrich curriculums, enhance resources and collectively build a Repository for our region while continuing to ensure lessons are aligned to NYS Learning Standards and PLD's. Collectively the participants will build a bank of regional resources and assessments that will be shared to meet the needs of students throughout the region.

62. School Library System Communication Coordinator Meeting - Ken Shelton

Program: School Library Services

Audience: School Librarians in the WSWHE BOCES Region

Dates: 4/2/2025

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

63. 10 Minute Computer Science/Digital Fluency Lessons and PLai Time

Program: Model Schools Program

Dates: 4/2/2025

This PD is split into two sessions that will be covered throughout the day. *****This offering is through CVES and will take place at the CVES Conference Center, Plattsburgh, NY** 10 Minute CS/DF Want to make learning fun while engaging your students in critical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, and creativity? You can do so with a fun 10-minute activity! Discover exciting and effortless ways to integrate computer science and digital fluency standards into any subject with engaging bite-sized resources. These activities are not only educational but also enjoyable, making learning fun for your students! PLai Time Let's explore AI and how we can use it for all sorts of fun and engaging activities in the classroom. There's something for everyone, from advanced AI platforms to simple, hands-on activities. AI can be integrated into various subjects, from science and mathematics to language arts and social studies. Students can learn about algorithms, machine learning, and data analysis while working on their curriculum. By incorporating AI into the classroom, we can prepare students for the future and equip them with the skills needed today and tomorrow.

64. Regional Health PLC

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Dates: 4/4/2025

In this session, participants will collaborate as a Regional Health PLC to develop and enrich curriculums, enhance resources and collectively build a Repository for our region while continuing to ensure lessons are aligned to NYS Learning Standards. Collectively the participants will build a bank of regional resources and assessments that will be shared to meet the needs of students throughout the region.

65. Unpacking the NYS Social Studies Framework

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Audience: Social Studies teachers

Dates: 4/7/2025

Looking to learn about or dive deeper into the NYS Social Studies Framework? Join us for a half day session in which educators will unpack the key components of the framework, discuss its implications for teaching, and begin to develop lesson plans that incorporate the Framework.

66. Regional Math PLC

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Dates: 4/7/2025

In this session, participants will collaborate as a Regional Math PLC to develop and enrich curriculums, enhance resources and collectively build a Repository for our region while continuing to ensure lessons are aligned to NYS Learning Standards. Collectively the participants will build a bank of regional resources and assessments that will be shared to meet the needs of students throughout the region for Grades K-12.

67. Regional ELA PLC

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Dates: 4/7/2025

In this session, participants will collaborate as a Regional ELA PLC to develop and enrich curriculums, enhance resources and collectively build a Repository for our region while continuing to ensure lessons are aligned to NYS Learning Standards. Collectively the participants will build a bank of regional resources and assessments that will be shared to meet the needs of students throughout the region for Grades K-12.

68. Child Abuse Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Those seeking Certification

Dates: 4/7/2025

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

69. School Violence Training

Program: School Development Services

Dates: 4/8/2025

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

70. NYS Mandated Harassment Prevention Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: School District Staff

Dates: 4/24/2025

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

71. STEM Cohort - Virtual

Program: Model Schools Program

Dates: 4/30/2025

The STEM Cohort is a professional development opportunity for teachers and district leaders to deepen their understanding of STEM education. Participants will explore effective STEM lessons, units, and products, share resources, and learn from peers and experts in the field. Additionally, the cohort will focus on integrating the CSDF standards into their STEM units, ensuring alignment with curriculum expectations.

72. Educational Technology Cohort - Virtual

Program: Model Schools Program

Dates: 4/30/2025

The Educational Technology Cohort provides a platform for coaches, educators, and leaders from local school districts to collaborate and learn together. By focusing on the CSDF standards, the cohort will explore lessons, units, the latest educational technologies, curriculum alignment, and more.

73. Regional Science PLC

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Dates: 5/5/2025

In this session, participants will collaborate as a Regional Science PLC to develop and enrich curriculums, enhance resources and collectively build a Repository for our region while continuing to ensure lessons are aligned to NYS Learning Standards and PLD's. Collectively the participants will build a bank of regional resources and assessments that will be shared to meet the needs of students throughout the region.

74. Regional Band / Orchestra / Music PLC

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Dates: 5/12/2025

In this session, participants will collaborate as a Regional Band/Orchestra & Music PLC to develop and enrich curriculums, enhance resources and collectively build a Repository for our region while continuing to ensure lessons are aligned to NYS Learning Standards. Collectively the participants will build a bank of regional resources and assessments that will be shared to meet the needs of students throughout the region for Grades K-12.

75. School Library System Communication Coordinator Meeting

Program: School Library Services

Audience: School Librarians in the WSWHE BOCES Region

Dates: 5/15/2025

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

76. NYS Mandated Harassment Prevention Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: School District Staff

Dates: 5/22/2025

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

77. SLS Mentor Program Meeting #4

Program: School Library Services

Audience: School Librarians in the SLS Mentor Program

Dates: 5/28/2025

One of four meetings for school librarians in the WSWHE BOCES School Library System Mentor program. Meeting agendas are determined by the needs of the librarians and include topics such as classroom management, curriculum development, collaboration, library program improvement, and more. Participants will be able to apply knowledge gained during each session to their library program when they return to the library.

78. SLS Council Meeting

Program: School Library Services

Audience: SLS Council Members

Dates: 6/2/2025

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

79. Child Abuse Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Those seeking Certification

Dates: 6/2/2025

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

80. School Violence Training

Program: School Development Services

Dates: 6/3/2025

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

81. Regional Health PLC

Program: Teacher & Leader Development Service

Dates: 6/5/2025

In this session, participants will collaborate as a Regional Health PLC to develop and enrich curriculums, enhance resources and collectively build a Repository for our region while continuing to ensure lessons are aligned to NYS Learning Standards. Collectively the participants will build a bank of regional resources and assessments that will be shared to meet the needs of students throughout the region.

82. STEM Cohort - In Person

Program: Model Schools Program

Dates: 6/5/2025

The STEM Cohort is a professional development opportunity for teachers and district leaders to deepen their understanding of STEM education. Participants will explore effective STEM lessons, units, and products, share resources, and learn from peers and experts in the field. Additionally, the cohort will focus on integrating the CSDF standards into their STEM units, ensuring alignment with curriculum expectations.

83. Dignity for all Students Certification Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: Those seeking certicification

Dates: 6/9/2025 to 6/10/2025

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

84. NYS Mandated Harassment Prevention Training

Program: School Development Services

Audience: School District Staff

Dates: 6/26/2025

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

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