I Got This: Developing Supports and Interventions for Problematic Classroom Behaviors **IN PERSON** presented by Michelle Levy – 8:30-2:30pm

Promoting healthy and safe learning environments where students can receive the instruction and other supports they need to learn and achieve at high levels is one of the primary responsibilities of each school. Research has suggested that teachers and other school personnel often have received inadequate training in the understanding and management of problematic student […]

Prepare for Implementation of the NYS NGSS and Upcoming Gr 5 Science Assessment Gr 3-5 **IN PERSON** Presented by Mary Loesing – 9-12pm

This workshop will provide 3-5 educators with information about the implementation of the NYS Next Generation Science Learning Standards, including the 2024 Grade 5 Science Assessment. Mary Loesing, Ed.D. will lead participants through an overview of the standards, an exploration of the changes, and a look at the expectations for the upcoming Grade 5 Assessment […]

Instructional Strategies for Success on the ‘New” Global Studies Regents Exam **IN PERSON** presented by Joan Caliendo – 8:30-2:30pm

This is a preparation for the rigorous assessment that will be the new Global Studies Regents. This full day workshop has been designed with these challenges in mind. Preparation for student success in the following areas will be explored: 1. Discussion of contextualization 2. Identification and explanation of historical relationships 3. Learning how to source […]

Preparing Students for the New Earth and Space Science Regents Exam **PART 2** ONLY FOR THOSE WHO TOOK PART 1 **IN PERSON** Presented by Brian Vorwald – 8:30-2:30pm

Participants will take a deeper dive into the High School Earth and Space Science standards, building on what was done during Day 1. **Tentative activities are listed below and may be adjusted based on feedback from participants and what is covered during Day 1.** -Exploring the relationship between the Science and Engineering Practice Developing and […]

Explore the New Vision for NYSSLS Science Assessments Gr 6-12 **IN PERSON** presented by Glen Cochrane – 8:30-2:30pm

Assessment thinking has expanded to a System of Assessment. Methods are used that inform both teachers and students so that instructional strategies can be formulated that support student learning. We will review the standard format for performance-based tasks and use assessment screeners to evaluate summative assessment examples. The difference between assessments aligned with the three-dimensional […]

K-12 Project Based Learning **IN PERSON** presented by Stacey Mooney – 8:30-2:30pm

Participants will learn about, discuss and explore the following topics in this course: -Inquiry-based approach to instructional discovery learning -Integrating NYS NextGen K-12 Computer Science and Digital Literacy Standards into other content areas through PBL -Developing Driving Questions to solve real-world problems -Types of PBL and Exemplars -The Planning Process -Implementation, Assessing and Reflecting -Ways […]

Creating a Culture of Care: How to Implement Restorative Justice/ Practices in your School and/or School District 3-Day Program **IN PERSON** presented by The Harmony Strategies Group, a collaborative of conflict management experts – 8:30-2:30pm

Restorative practices keep a learning community connected in an increasingly disconnected world. During this highly interactive training, participants will understand the theory and skills involved in facilitating Circle Conversations” and create an action-plan for implementing them in their classrooms

Prepare for the Upcoming Gr 8 NYS Next Generation Science Assessment Gr 6-8 **IN PERSON** Presented by Mary Loesing – 9-12pm

This workshop will provide 6-8 educators with information about the 2024 Grade 8 Science Assessment. Mary Loesing, Ed.D. will lead participants through an overview and exploration of the upcoming Grade 8 Assessment including tips on conducting the four Investigations required prior to the ILS Assessment. This workshop is designed primarily for those at the beginning […]