Join us for a hands-on workshop designed for educators teaching primary grade students (K-2). Discover how to build a strong STEM and coding program that fosters computer science and digital literacy in young learners. Participants will explore age-appropriate coding challenges using fun robots, creative STEM activities inspired by fairytales, and building block design projects that […]

Many teachers face disruptive behaviors in their classrooms. Researchers have found a relationship between instructional practices, student engagement, behavioral issues and academic success. When students are frustrated by academic tasks, this often results in behaviors that interfere with teaching and learning. Participants will learn effective research based instructional strategies that have been shown to increase […]

This session equips educators, interventionists, and student support teams with practical strategies to analyze data and design effective, targeted intervention plans. Participants will explore how to interpret multiple data sources-including universal screeners, classroom assessments, and progress monitoring tools-to identify root causes of student difficulties. The session will guide attendees through a step-by-step process for developing […]

In this hands-on workshop, educators will learn how to plan and orchestrate a dynamic STEM fair, whether it's for a classroom, grade level, or the entire school. From assembling a planning committee and developing design portfolios to organizing design challenges, parent correspondence, and setting up student displays for the exhibition, this workshop covers it all. […]

Participants will learn strategies to engage families as active collaborators in the MTSS process, ensuring better student outcomes.Training helps districts build strong family and community partnerships within MTSS by -creating accessible resources, -clear communication systems, and -collaborative engagement opportunities. Participants will learn strategies to inform, equip, and involve families as active partners in supporting student […]

Dive into project-based learning with a hands-on workshop focused on creating sustainable dwellings, coding, and community planning for elementary students. Learn how to guide your students through a sustainability unit that explores eco-friendly living, building scaled models of homes using solar and wind-powered kits, and designing model food trucks along with creating their own food […]

This session supports educators in designing rigorous, engaging curriculum that meets the unique academic and social-emotional needs of gifted and talented learners. Participants will explore research-based frameworks such as Depth and Complexity, tiered assignments, and compacting strategies to enrich and extend core instruction. The workshop will also address how to use data to identify advanced […]

Join us for a full-day professional development experience designed to enhance the readiness of teachers and administrators in responding to crisis situations within school settings. This comprehensive workshop explores trauma-informed strategies including -positive behavior techniques, -student anxiety prevention, -classroom de-escalation methods, and -the creation of safe and supportive learning environments for all. Participants will engage […]

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 […]