In order for our students to feel valued in our classrooms they must be represented in the books we share with them. Whether it is the characters, families, cultures, and settings on the pages of our read alouds or the author's experiences that inspire the picture books we share, our students need to feel represented […]

Audience: School and district leaders, classroom teachers, interventionists, counselors, support staff, and MTSS team membersPerfect For: Teams beginning their MTSS journey-or looking to re-center and realign their current approachWhether you're new to MTSS or looking to reset your current systems, MTSS Reboot is your launchpad. This one-day session serves as an introduction or reintroduction to […]

Join us for a half-day workshop on the Seal of Civic Readiness, designed to help educators explore and strengthen civic engagement opportunities in their districts. During this three-hour session, participants will learn about the purpose and components of the Seal, engage in hands-on activities, and share best practices with colleagues. This interactive session will provide […]

Audience: Regents Biology teachers and science leadersSession 2 will allow the participants to explore "Unraveling the Mystery of Lactose Tolerance”. Participants will discover this three-part Investigation is both an assessment and an opportunity for students to learn about a real-world, authentic, phenomenon. Science teachers and administrators will deepen their knowledge of the New York State […]

Participants will examine effective strategies to implement with teaching second language learners in the content areas. In addition, we will examine several techniques to scaffold/modify lessons for SIFE students to improve their comprehension skills and improve their linguistic abilities. Eligible for 3 hours CTLE credit. Can use ½ consortium seat. If district pays, district approval […]

Audience: Regents LS: Biology teachers and science leaders Launching a full-year NYSSLS-based Biology course? Whether you're just getting started or refining your NYSSLS approach for students taking the LS: Biology Regents, this workshop is your opportunity to build confidence, clarity, and effective classroom strategies. It will serve as a refresher, placing three-dimensional, phenomenon-based learning into […]

Grammar lessons are taking place in our classrooms daily, yet our students do not seem to retain the skills, nor are they particularly excited about these incredibly powerful meaning-making tools. However, there is a way to deliver solid, practical grammar instruction that has been right under our noses all this time. Using texts that you […]

Step into the future of literacy instruction! This interactive workshop is designed for elementary literacy and reading teachers ready to explore a variety of AI tools that can transform teaching and learning. Discover how to use AI to streamline lesson planning, generate engaging and differentiated reading materials, and support the diverse needs of your students. […]

As the NYSSLS-aligned Regents Physics exam approaches, high school physics teachers need targeted support to navigate the exam's most distinctive feature: cluster questions. These multi-part, phenomenon-based items are central to assessing students' ability to apply science and engineering practices, crosscutting concepts, and core disciplinary ideas in context. This full-day workshop provides a deep dive into […]

Audience: K-6 Educators, Special Educators, Elementary Math Coaches, AIS, Math DirectorsParticipants will deep-dive into high-leverage math content and instructional practices in alignment with the NYSED Numeracy Briefs 3 and 4 by exploring high-quality and engaging mathematics activities and resources aligned with NYS NextGen Math Standards. Participants will have opportunities to engage with content to explore […]