Students need to be prepared for the work force upon graduation. How can we prepare them for what lies ahead? We need to encourage them to be problem solvers, deep thinkers and not afraid to make a mistake, but rather learn from it. (Debug) Come see how we can line up a K-12 Coding/Steam Curriculum […]
ONLY FOR THOSE WHO TOOK PART 1.Participants will take a deeper dive into the High School Earth and Space Science standards, building on what was done during Day 1. For full description, please view this flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1irHbouqYMLB3llss9pUfPSmKOadt2ONC/view?usp=sharingRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&:I=4382172"
This course will help teachers understand the social and emotional impact of ADHD and executive function challenges on learning, motivation, behavior, and the family system. Participants will learn specific tools and strategies to help students deal with challenging behaviors and improve their effective productivity. This course is targeted to K-12 general education teachers, special education […]
Yes, spelling does count. Proper spelling conveys the look of literacy” while poor spelling diminishes the writer's credibility and causes the reader to pay attention to mistakes rather than meaning. Many teachers in the intermediate and secondary grades don't know how to incorporate and individualize effective spelling lessons. Come and learn a variety of ways […]
This workshop will provide a fresh look at how to update, enhance, and improve your current curriculum and resources to: -promote alignment of instruction, -updated pacing and sequencing of teaching units, -implementation of new NextGen standards, -latest technology supports, and -MTSS resources for each unit of study. BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) Audience: 6-8 and […]
The next Regular Meeting of the Western Suffolk BOCES Board of Education will be held at the Western Suffolk BOCES Conference Center, 31 Lee Avenue Wheatley Heights, NY 11798. The Regular meeting convenes at 6:25 pm. There is a proposed Executive Session, subject to Board approval. The public portion will resume, beginning with Item Number […]
The Next Generation ELA Standards open many doors to encourage students to become lifelong readers. As educators, we know the importance of choice in reading material to get students actively engaged. This workshop will demonstrate a new kind of discussion-based reading assessment, one that draws from Socratic Seminar, Literature Circles, and Book Clubs. Students choose […]
Join a network of Read 180 educators as we form a community to support teachers and elevate student achievement. This meeting will be the first in a series focused on timely topics that connect Read 180 and System 44 users to successful strategies, practical tips, and best practices for reading intervention. Our first session will […]
In this workshop, librarians will gain a foundational understanding of the new Computer Science and Digital Fluency Standards, and learn how to effectively incorporate them into their curriculum. With an increasing reliance on digital technologies, it is essential for students to possess the skills necessary to navigate the digital world safely and productively. Librarians will […]
Feel the need to connect with Social Studies leaders in other districts? The opportunity is at hand. Come meet with your counterparts in other school districts at Western Suffolk BOCES. The following meetings are designed for lead teachers, coordinators and directors who have the responsibility of Social Studies supervision in their building or district. CONSORTIUM […]