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 […]

Functional Behavior Assessment and Behavior Intervention Planning 3-Day Workshop **IN PERSON** presented by Michelle Levy – 8:30-2:30pm

When there is a child with academic, social or behavioral challenges, the goal is to provide them with the best supports available. Functional Behavioral Assessment and Behavior Intervention Plans are formal ways for parents, teachers and other school professionals to work collaboratively to determine the best way to help a student behaviorally. This workshop will […]

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 […]

The Science of Reading & Small Group Reading Instruction K-3 **IN PERSON** Presented by Lauren Kolbeck & Debbie Linscott-Feinstein-8:30-2:30pm

Now that we have immersed ourselves into the research, we are ready to explore the shifts in small group reading instruction necessary to align with research based practices. On this day, you will explore a variety of ways to bring explicit assessment-based instruction to small groups. We will create small group routines to help students […]

NYS Lab Investigations: HS Earth & Space Sciences Exploration Facilitated by Chris Leece / OCM BOCES **IN PERSON** – 8:30-2:30pm

This workshop's focus is for Earth & Space Sciences educators to explore the three required High School Lab Investigations. Instructional coaches and administrators would benefit from attending to deepen their knowledge of the NYSSLS standards and to have an understanding of the shifts to 3 dimensional learning at the high school level. Participants will: -Deepen […]

The Science of Reading & Small Group Reading Instruction K-3 **IN PERSON** Presented by Lauren Kolbeck & Debbie Linscott-Feinstein-8:30-2:30pm

Now that we have immersed ourselves into the research, we are ready to explore the shifts in small group reading instruction necessary to align with research based practices. On this day, you will explore a variety of ways to bring explicit assessment-based instruction to small groups. We will create small group routines to help students […]

NYS Lab Investigations: HS Life Science Exploration Facilitated by Chris Leece / OCM BOCES **IN PERSON** – 8:30-3:30pm

This workshop's focus is for Life Science educators to explore the three required High School Lab Investigations. Instructional coaches and administrators would benefit from attending to deepen their knowledge of the NYSSLS standards and to have an understanding of the shifts to 3-dimensional learning at the high school level. Participants will: -Deepen their knowledge of […]

Making Groupwork the Norm in Mathematics Classrooms **IN PERSON** presented by Phil Dituri, Ph.D. – 8:30-2:30pm

Overturn the status quo and create a learning environment where group work is the norm! In this workshop, participants will explore routines, structures, and strategies for using group work to differentiate instruction, set learning goals, increase student independence, promote student accountability and encourage cooperation and communication. Learn about the pros and cons of such an […]