Teaching with Intention: Using Data to Inform Literacy Instruction and Get Powerful Results! K-8 (Part 2) Transform Your Literacy Instruction with Data-Driven Strategies! **IN PERSON** Facilitated by Kristina Seeley-8:30-2:30pm

Are you ready to harness the full power of your student assessment data?In this results-focused workshop, you'll discover how data can be the key to unlocking confident readers and driving lasting improvements in your classroom. Whether you're using the Fountas & Pinnell system or another curriculum, this workshop will give you the practical tools and […]

Digging Deeper into Phonological Awareness, Beginning Reading and Writing Instruction **IN PERSON** presented by Lauren Kolbeck – 8:30-2:30pm

The science of reading emphasizes the importance of phonological awareness. We know that students who have lower levels of phonological awareness have an increased risk for reading difficulties. On this day, we will dive into the teaching of phonological awareness, phonics, beginning reading and writing instruction. We will explore the use of both sound walls […]

Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics K-12 **for ADMIN** VIRTUAL Workshop presented by Stacey Mooney – 8:30-11:30am

*A thinking student is an engaged student* Peter Liljedahl's book, Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics, Grades K-12, focuses on how to move toward a thinking classroom, providing teachers 14 optimal practices for thinking that create an ideal setting for deep mathematics learning to occur. The practices suggested in Building Thinking Classrooms are designed to heighten […]

Explore the New NYSED Earth and Space Sciences Investigations **IN PERSON** Facilitated by Brian Vorwald – 8:30-2:30pm

Audience: Regents Earth Science teachers and science leaders This workshop will provide participants with an opportunity to explore the three required Earth and Space Sciences Investigations. These are new performance tasks that provide authentic, hands-on scientific and engineering experiences that allow students to demonstrate the knowledge and skills from the Learning Standards. Science teachers and […]

Science Coordinator Network Meeting **IN PERSON** facilitated by Mary Loesing & Joyce Barry – 8:30-11:30am

Science Coordinator Network Meeting **IN PERSON** facilitated by Mary Loesing & Joyce Barry - 8:30-11:30amPLEASE REGISTER INDIVIDUALLY PER MEETING!These meetings are designed for coordinators, directors and administrators who have the responsibility of science supervision in their buildings or school districts. The latest information from Albany will be discussed, local vendors will do brief presentations and […]

BOCES Board Meeting

The Regular meeting of the Board of Western Suffolk BOCES will be held at the Western Suffolk BOCES Administrative Offices, 507 Deer Park Road, Dix Hills, NY 11746. This meeting is open to the public. The Regular meeting convenes at 6:00 pm.  There is a proposed Executive Session, subject to Board approval.  The public portion will resume, beginning with […]

Social Studies Coordinator Network Meeting **IN PERSON** facilitated by Lorraine Lupinskie – 8:30-11:30am

These meetings are designed for coordinators, directors and administrators who have the responsibility of math supervision in their buildings or school districts. The latest information from Albany will be discussed, local vendors will do brief presentations and information will be shared. A full breakfast will be provided. This is a great opportunity to network with […]

Multiple Choice and Short Response Test Preparation for 2025 Gr 3-5 ELA **IN PERSON** presented by Deborah Linscott-Feinstein Literacy Consulting Inc. – 8:30-2:30pm

How can we teach a unit on testing that does not detract from solid reading instruction? Brain-friendly strategies for organizing and implementing ELA multiple choice and short response testing units will be shared. These include the use of mentor released-test passages in fiction, narrative nonfiction, and expository nonfiction to use as jumping boards for close […]

Multiple Choice and Short Response Test Preparation for 2025 Gr 5-8 ELA **IN PERSON** presented by Deborah Linscott-Feinstein Literacy Coaching Inc. – 8:30-2:30pm

How can we teach a unit on testing that does not detract from solid reading instruction? Brain-friendly strategies for organizing and implementing ELA multiple choice and short response testing units will be shared. These include the use of on-grade-level fifth through eighth grade mentor released-test passages in fiction, narrative nonfiction, and expository nonfiction to use […]

Culturally Responsive Leadership **IN PERSON** presented by Gina Faust – 8:30-2:30pm

Audience: District and School Leaders The session aims to provide educational leaders and equity team members with tools and guidance for implementing the NYSED Board of Regents DEI Policy, ensuring lasting impact and progress in fostering inclusive school environments. We will focus on reflecting on the past year's progress and challenges, exploring best practices for […]