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SUMMARY:Blueprints for Tomorrow: Cultivating Global Community Architects Across the K-12 Continuum *IN PERSON* facilitated by Dr. Melissa Jacobs-8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:The landscape of modern education requires a visionary approach that transforms students from passive learners into active\, empathetic global citizens. The Global Community Architects initiative is designed to bridge the gap between local K-12 classrooms and the broader world\, serving as a direct vehicle to realize the core competencies outlined in the New York State Portrait of a Graduate. By integrating cross-cultural academic exchange\, collaborative inquiry-based thinking\, and the productive navigation of artificial intelligence\, this initiative creates a seamless educational thread from elementary curiosity to high school civic action. Grounded in the principles of interdisciplinary project-based learning and driven by evidence-based peer mentorship among both students and educators\, this framework ensures that every learner develops the cultural competence\, critical thinking\, and effective communication skills necessary to thrive in an interconnected global society. Alignment with the NYS Portrait of a Graduate -Critical Thinkers & Problem Solvers: Engaging students in authentic\, inquiry-based research experiences and the ethical\, productive use of AI to analyze and solve complex global issues. -Effective Communicators: Building open lines of creative communication through strategic partnerships with international schools\, university programs\, and local community members. -Culturally Competent Citizens: Fostering academic experiences without borders to develop deep empathy\, global awareness\, and a strong sense of local and global civic responsibility. -Empowered Educators & Lifelong Learners: Utilizing local teacher centers and doctoral-level peer mentorship models to facilitate innovative training\, ensuring educators continuously develop the adaptable skill sets required to guide student-led global initiatives. Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cHUUDUzg6Mb2fqYuIVIfDoReu6j4wr7K/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5410991
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/blueprints-for-tomorrow-cultivating-global-community-architects-across-the-k-12-continuum-in-person-facilitated-by-dr-melissa-jacobs-830-230pm/
LOCATION:JEA Alternative School\, 31 Lee Ave\, Wheatley Heights\, NY\, 11798-1837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270120T083000
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SUMMARY:Specially Designed Instruction: Putting the "Special” Back in Special Education 3-Hour *IN PERSON* Workshop Facilitated by Consulting that Makes a Difference-8:30-11:30am
DESCRIPTION:This engaging workshop explores the meaning of specially designed instruction and teaches participants how to provide the unique types of instructional services needed by students with disabilities. We will share effective strategies for implementing accommodations and altering\, modifying\, and/or adapting instructional methods materials\, techniques\, and learning environments for supporting students with diverse learning abilities and needs. Participants will learn a three-tiered approach for making modifications that help students accomplish IEP goals and objectives while supporting the achievement of the general curriculum standards. Eligible for 3 hours CTLE credit. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dp703UwSB5ctJBq4GMZ4YKuFPcNP_JGe/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5409250
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/specially-designed-instruction-putting-the-special-back-in-special-education-3-hour-in-person-workshop-facilitated-by-consulting-that-makes-a-difference-830-1130am/
LOCATION:JEA Alternative School\, 31 Lee Ave\, Wheatley Heights\, NY\, 11798-1837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270120T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270120T143000
DTSTAMP:20260606T154101
CREATED:20260602T231243Z
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SUMMARY:Fluency That Builds Comprehension (K-5) *IN PERSON* facilitated by Mike Ochs - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Fluency is often overlooked or treated as secondary\, yet it plays a central role in comprehension. This workshop focuses on daily\, repeatable structures-modeling\, repeated reading\, and guided practice-that help students read with accuracy\, rate\, and expression while strengthening understanding. Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1z8PmIVWPip_-iMqwnJYnNHvXgEWrWpYO/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5407906
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/fluency-that-builds-comprehension-k-5-in-person-facilitated-by-mike-ochs-830-230pm/
LOCATION:JEA Alternative School\, 31 Lee Ave\, Wheatley Heights\, NY\, 11798-1837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270121T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270121T143000
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SUMMARY:Read Like a Detective: Science‑of‑Reading Moves for Deep Comprehension *IN PERSON* facilitated by Lauren Kolbeck Szulc and Deborah Linscott-Feinstein - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Audience: Classroom teachers grades 2-8\, reading teachers\, literacy coaches\, ELL teachers and administrators This high‑energy workshop immerses grade 2-8 literacy and content‑area educators in Science‑of‑Reading‑aligned practices that make close reading a powerful engine for comprehension. Through an interactive model lesson\, participants will see how detective‑style reading\, purposeful annotation\, strategic rereads\, and attention to sentence structure help students make sense of complex texts. The session highlights how understanding syntax-how sentences are built-supports meaning-making\, knowledge building\, and vocabulary growth. Educators leave with practical routines that make close reading engaging\, doable\, and instructionally rich across subjects. Using one complex text as the anchor\, the session models how to guide students through evidence gathering\, sentence‑level analysis\, and increasingly sophisticated interpretation. -Active\, detective‑style reading with a pen to slow down\, notice details\, and externalize thinking -Rereading with new lenses (gist\, structure\, craft\, meaning) to deepen understanding -Sentence‑level comprehension to unpack syntax\, clarify meaning\, and support complex‑text access -Science‑of‑Reading‑aligned use of complex texts to build knowledge\, vocabulary\, and language comprehension Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1k8_i_pGVVYdF3Le6tga3KddOy0dP1JCy/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration; https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5392992
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/read-like-a-detective-science-of-reading-moves-for-deep-comprehension-in-person-facilitated-by-lauren-kolbeck-szulc-and-deborah-linscott-feinstein-830-230pm/
LOCATION:JEA Alternative School\, 31 Lee Ave\, Wheatley Heights\, NY\, 11798-1837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270126T083000
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SUMMARY:Demystifying the NYS ELA: Brain-Friendly Multiple-Choice Strategies for Grades 3-8 *IN PERSON* facilitated Deborah Linscott-Feinstein - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Audience: administrators\, literacy coaches\, reading teachers\, grades 3-8 ENL\, general and special education Teachers Are your students struggling with the complex multiple-choice questions on the NYS ELA exams? Success on these assessments require a tremendous amount of executive function\, organization\, and close reading. Join our comprehensive seminar designed to equip Grades 3-8 educators with brain-friendly\, strategic test-prep practices that treat the state test as an authentic “transfer genre” that moves beyond rote practice. We will dive deep into the composition of NYS test questions and explore how to organize your instruction to build student stamina and confidence without causing frustration. You will leave with hands-on tools to demystify tricky question stems and empower your students to navigate reading passages effectively. Actionable Takeaways: -Practice Close Reading in the Main Genres: After demonstrations\, participants discuss close-reads on newly released passages at their own grade levels. -Multiple-Choice Protocols: Teach students to read the question\, underline key words\, “say it back” in their own words\, answer it from their head first\, and read all choices before picking the best one. Tap into genres already taught to map expected parts of passages. -Navigate Tricky Answer Choices: Help students spot the deceptive half-true/half-false answers prevalent on the NYS ELA. Learn strategies to determine which students benefit most from fully marking up their texts\, and which benefit more from just accumulating text by asking simple metacognitive questions. Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1EwL6OkvlXLl14SFV0s_QZC9Bz4FOlQnY/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5393496
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/demystifying-the-nys-ela-brain-friendly-multiple-choice-strategies-for-grades-3-8-in-person-facilitated-deborah-linscott-feinstein-830-230pm/
LOCATION:JEA Alternative School\, 31 Lee Ave\, Wheatley Heights\, NY\, 11798-1837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270128T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270128T143000
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SUMMARY:THE SCIENCE OF READING FOR MULTILINGUAL LEARNERS TOOLKIT BRIEF #3 Literacy Development of Emergent Multilingual Learners in the Early Childhood Classroom VIRTUAL Workshop facilitated by Dana Brown - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop\, we will spend the first part of the day unpacking the full article of the brief to understand the data and research presented while absorbing the classroom examples\, reviewing the conclusion and recommendations\, as well as the references and resources so we can work together to reflect and apply the revised instructional practices during the second part of the day. Participants will work throughout this day long workshop to link practical classroom resources\, engage in example teaching and learning activities\, and focus on planning and preparation to implement this brief with the following outcomes: -Understand research and theory in second language acquisition and biliteracy -Identify pre-literacy practices that are developmentally appropriate -Gather materials that reflect home languages and cultures of students\, such as bilingual and native language books -Utilize the EML (Emergent Multilingual Learner) Protocol Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1iHE0Nt7o_pNlovbJlzl8c0R3udSq_SYz/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5404443
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/the-science-of-reading-for-multilingual-learners-toolkit-brief-3-literacy-development-of-emergent-multilingual-learners-in-the-early-childhood-classroom-virtual-workshop-facilitated-by-dana-brown-8/
LOCATION:Virtual Conference
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270202T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270202T143000
DTSTAMP:20260606T154102
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UID:26015-1801557000-1801578600@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:Small Group Instruction for Students on the Dyslexia Spectrum *IN PERSON* facilitated by Deborah Linscott-Feinstein - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Audience: Grades K-6 general education teachers; reading teachers; special educators; ELA coaches; ELA\, ENL and Special Education directors; building and district administrators. Join us for a day to build your knowledge and confidence when teaching dyslexic children. According to the International Dyslexia Association\, perhaps as many as 20-25% of students have some of the symptoms of dyslexia\, including slow or inaccurate reading\, poor spelling\, poor writing\, weak comprehension\, or mixing up similar words. Let’s focus on small group instruction for mild\, moderate and severe dyslexics. Targets include: -understanding the brain of the dyslexic -sequential\, systematic\, explicit phonemic and phonics instruction -comprehension strategies that succeed -writing strategies to accommodate dyslexics -morphology as part of learning to read and spell -the use of articulatory memory and gestures for sounds and vocabulary -specific strategies for overlearning across texts within knowledge-building units This day will yield abundant practical small-group strategies for immediate implementation in your class\, school or district. Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dfosX07slI9qPJ5qkm7LZ8CUl4vQHByV/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5393824
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/small-group-instruction-for-students-on-the-dyslexia-spectrum-in-person-facilitated-by-deborah-linscott-feinstein-830-230pm/
LOCATION:JEA Alternative School\, 31 Lee Ave\, Wheatley Heights\, NY\, 11798-1837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270210T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270210T143000
DTSTAMP:20260606T154102
CREATED:20260602T234414Z
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SUMMARY:Debate and Discussion That Drive Comprehension (3-8) *IN PERSON* facilitated by Mike Ochs - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Structured talk can deepen understanding when it is clear\, purposeful\, and grounded in text. This workshop focuses on building debate and discussion routines that support reading comprehension. Teachers learn how to guide students in using evidence\, responding to ideas\, and clarifying thinking through structured exchanges that lead to stronger understanding and more precise responses in speaking and writing. Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1f5un-1zdPRbgpJPt_jHZ4Wpqa-0l0x1i/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5407911
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/debate-and-discussion-that-drive-comprehension-3-8-in-person-facilitated-by-mike-ochs-830-230pm/
LOCATION:JEA Alternative School\, 31 Lee Ave\, Wheatley Heights\, NY\, 11798-1837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270224T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270310T170000
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SUMMARY:Awe-NSPIRE-ing Math: 5 Strategies to Transform Your Teaching VIRTUAL Three 1-hour sessions facilitated by Jayson Kiang - 4-5pm
DESCRIPTION:Discover how to unlock the true educational potential of the TI-Nspire CX II CAS in your Algebra and Geometry classrooms. This focused session will walk you through five high-impact\, easy-to-implement calculator skills designed to deepen student understanding and boost daily engagement. You will walk away with actionable\, step-by-step strategies that you can immediately use to empower your students’ mathematical problem-solving. NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY! Eligible for 3 hours CTLE credit. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VNXlx12U7bjWxZml-Gqf5hFopoMe7qaQ/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5399360
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/awe-nspire-ing-math-5-strategies-to-transform-your-teaching-virtual-three-1-hour-sessions-facilitated-by-jayson-kiang-4-5pm-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Conference
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270302T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270303T143000
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UID:26134-1803976200-1804084200@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:THE SCIENCE OF READING FOR MULTILINGUAL LEARNERS TOOLKIT BRIEF #5 The Science of Reading in Multilingual K-12 Classrooms VIRTUAL 2-Day Workshop facilitated by Dana Brown - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop\, we will spend the first day unpacking the full article of the brief to understand the data and research presented while absorbing the classroom examples\, reviewing the conclusion and recommendations\, as well as the references and resources so we can work together to reflect and apply the revised instructional practices during the second day. Participants will work throughout this two day long workshop to link practical classroom resources\, engage in example teaching and learning activities\, and focus on planning and preparation to implement this brief with the following outcomes: -Identify the Big Six (phonological awareness\, phonics\, vocabulary\, fluency\, comprehension\, oral language) -Understand different pedagogical approaches such as learning to read versus reading to learn -Learn how to create a comprehensive literacy instructional program that goes beyond the Big Six to encompass linguistic and cultural assets for multilingual learners (I.e. english language development\, metalinguistic awareness\, cross-linguistic connections\, oracy and social justice and culturally relevant pedagogy) -Use screener data appropriately -Gather instructional strategies for the Big Six that incorporate ELL and ML considerations Eligible for 12 hours CTLE credit. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/13iVWPlk22CbZvpwXWPZVaQHq30bjsGl6/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5404470
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/the-science-of-reading-for-multilingual-learners-toolkit-brief-5-the-science-of-reading-in-multilingual-k-12-classrooms-virtual-2-day-workshop-facilitated-by-dana-brown-830-230pm/
LOCATION:Virtual Conference
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270310T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270310T143000
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SUMMARY:The Reluctant Learner Toolbox: Techniques for Turning Resistance into Progress *IN PERSON* Facilitated by Consulting that Makes a Difference - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:In every classroom\, there are students who seem uninterested\, unmotivated\, or disengaged. They may be quiet and withdrawn or defiant and disruptive. They often resist participation\, avoid challenges\, or give up before they even begin. These reluctant learners are not failing because they lack intelligence or ability; they’re struggling because something-academic fear\, past experiences\, unmet needs\, or emotional barriers-is standing in the way of their engagement. This powerful\, strategy-rich workshop is designed for educators seeking practical\, research-informed approaches to reconnect with these hard-to-reach students. Whether you teach elementary or secondary students\, general or special education\, this session will equip you with applicable tools and strategies to transform resistance into resilience and passive learning into active participation. Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1tGP1-VNL5DZJSd_hovHh6IjbIznA9Jte/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5409261
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/the-reluctant-learner-toolbox-techniques-for-turning-resistance-into-progress-in-person-facilitated-by-consulting-that-makes-a-difference-830-230pm/
LOCATION:JEA Alternative School\, 31 Lee Ave\, Wheatley Heights\, NY\, 11798-1837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270311T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270311T113000
DTSTAMP:20260606T154102
CREATED:20260529T151301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T151301Z
UID:26136-1804753800-1804764600@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:Writing with Students with Disabilities VIRTUAL Three-hour session facilitated by Dana Brown - 8:30-11:30am
DESCRIPTION:Provide explicit instruction\, consistent demonstrations and descriptions\, and intentionally scaffold the steps or processes needed to understand writing concepts -Reduce scaffolds as the student models skills independently and fluently -Design\, provide\, and assess the effectiveness of specially-designed instruction to provide students with disabilities with access to participate and progress in the general education curriculum -Facilitate capacity building and effective implementation of evidence-based learning practices that meet the needs of students with disabilities -Ensure students with disabilities are being given the accommodations and supports needed to ensure success in writing\, including assistive technology Eligible for 3 hours CTLE credit. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UBZQEr1rwY6fIdZB2OQUJlGYne2AGOdj/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5404496
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/writing-with-students-with-disabilities-virtual-three-hour-session-facilitated-by-dana-brown-830-1130am-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Conference
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270316T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270316T143000
DTSTAMP:20260606T154102
CREATED:20260514T132026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T132026Z
UID:25997-1805185800-1805207400@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:Building Skilled Writers: Research‑Aligned Strategies for K-6 Teachers *IN PERSON* facilitated by Lauren Kolbeck Szulc and Deborah Linscott-Feinstein - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Audience: Classroom teachers grades 1-6\, reading teachers\, literacy coaches\, ELL teachers and administrators Unlock the research‑backed principles of effective writing instruction in this focused workshop designed for K-6 educators. Grounded in the latest literacy science-and informed by key practices drawn from The Writing Revolution and The Writing Rope-this session equips you with powerful\, practical strategies for planning and teaching writing units that truly engage young writers. You’ll explore the essential components of high‑quality writing instruction\, examining how foundational skills such as transcription\, handwriting\, and spelling support higher‑level abilities like sentence construction\, paragraph development\, and genre structures. Throughout the day\, you’ll engage in hands‑on activities and guided practice that demonstrate how systematic\, explicit instruction strengthens both linguistic and cognitive skills. You’ll learn how intentional scaffolds and carefully sequenced tasks can reduce cognitive load\, enabling students to focus on the right skills at the right time and experience greater success. The workshop also highlights how to embed recursive opportunities into your yearlong writing plan so students revisit and deepen key skills over time. By the end of the session\, you’ll walk away with actionable tools you can immediately apply to support confident\, capable writers Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ha8bbArQRDG5LVmj-o5WelNnJgG1n5J1/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5393028
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/building-skilled-writers-research-aligned-strategies-for-k-6-teachers-in-person-facilitated-by-lauren-kolbeck-szulc-and-deborah-linscott-feinstein-830-230pm/
LOCATION:JEA Alternative School\, 31 Lee Ave\, Wheatley Heights\, NY\, 11798-1837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270407T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270407T113000
DTSTAMP:20260606T154102
CREATED:20260601T181423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T181423Z
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SUMMARY:Neurodivergent Learners: What Educators Need to Know to Help Them Thrive VIRTUAL 3-hour Workshop facilitated by Joan Fretz - 8:30-11:30am
DESCRIPTION:Neurodiversity is a word used to explain the unique ways people’s brains work. Being neurodivergent means having a brain that works differently from the average or “neurotypical” person. This may be differences in social preferences\, ways of learning\, ways of communicating and/or ways of perceiving the environment. Because of this\, a neurodivergent person has different struggles and unique strengths.” (Cleveland Clinic\, June 6\, 2022.) Neurodivergent school age children are often diagnosed with ADHA\, autism\, dyslexia and other conditions. They might talk about a narrow range of topics\, have difficulty expressing their feelings or understanding how others feel\, seem uninterested in starting a conversation\, and have difficulty noticing social cues. They often possess unique strengths\, exceptional memory\, creative problem-solving\, and in-depth expertise in their specialized interests. They frequently demonstrate innovative thinking\, pattern recognition\, high energy\, and a strong sense of justice or honesty. When educators learn more about Neurodiversity\, they can help all of their students develop their strengths and live happy and healthy lives. Eligible for 3 hours CTLE credit. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WbJNe8uOMVgDKKr6jpX9hzY19wYUB31h/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5406239
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/neurodivergent-learners-what-educators-need-to-know-to-help-them-thrive-virtual-3-hour-workshop-facilitated-by-joan-fretz-830-1130am-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Conference
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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UID:26183-1807605000-1807615800@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:Taking the Challenge out of Conversations: How to Communicate so You'll Both Feel Heard VIRTUAL 3-hour Workshop facilitated by Joan Fretz - 8:30-11:30am
DESCRIPTION:Challenging times call for school adults to communicate issues and needs without judgment or blame. This workshop introduces a simple 4-step process for improving our ability to: 1) say what we are observing without evaluation\, 2) listen for and acknowledge the feelings and needs of others\, 3) state our needs\, and 4) make requests instead of demands. Developed by Marshall Rosenberg (Non-Violent Communication) and further developed by Oren J. Sofer (A Mindful Approach to Non-Violent Communication) this process serves as an effective way for school adults to communicate without judgment and have their own needs met as well. Creating schools where people want to teach and learn begins with how we communicate. Eligible for 3 hours CTLE credit. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Iy6tFdlq3vIX_yHix-gkqHNyUYmVmhT3/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5406328
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/taking-the-challenge-out-of-conversations-how-to-communicate-so-youll-both-feel-heard-virtual-3-hour-workshop-facilitated-by-joan-fretz-830-1130am-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Conference
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270415T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270415T113000
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SUMMARY:Writing with Linguistically Diverse Learners VIRTUAL Three-hour session facilitated by Dana Brown - 8:30-11:30am
DESCRIPTION:-Understand the key similarities and differences between a child’s home language and English (e.g. phonology\, grammar\, vocabulary) and leverage the use of cognates to bridge language gaps and enhance language acquisition -Encourage home language discussions with same language peers to support building context knowledge -Allow students to write in their home language when appropriate and provide authentic writing (e.g. writing about personal experiences) and publishing opportunities Eligible for 3 hours CTLE credit. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bdf_q0xwSGgverP_4RnmAt0EUgXvH5m2/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5404519
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/writing-with-linguistically-diverse-learners-virtual-three-hour-session-facilitated-by-dana-brown-830-1130am-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Conference
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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