BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Western Suffolk Boces - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Western Suffolk Boces X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.wsboces.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Western Suffolk Boces REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240117T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240117T143000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155928 CREATED:20240111T160728Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T160730Z UID:19815-1705480200-1705501800@www.wsboces.org SUMMARY:Preparing Students for the New Earth and Space Sciences Regents Exam: Transitioning Regents Earth Science Courses to the Three-Dimensions of the NYS Science Learning Standards PT 1 **IN PERSON** Presented by Brian Vorwald - 8:30-2:30pm DESCRIPTION:Audience: Teachers of Regents Earth Science and Science Leaders The first administration of the New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS) based Earth and Space Sciences Regents exam is scheduled for June 2025. Teachers must transition to a NYSSLS based regents ESS course. The format of the new exam will be item clusters\, groups of multiple items that provide a coherent path towards building the three dimensions (Disciplinary Core Ideas\, Crosscutting Concepts\, and Science and Engineering Practices) anchored in a phenomenon. Following a phenomena-based storyline will provide students the opportunity to demonstrate knowledge in context. Teachers must align their ESS curriculum with the NYSSLS expectations which will be assessed on the new regents exam. It is possible to transition to the pedagogy that supports the NYSSLS three-dimensional approach while continuing to teach science aligned to the Physical Setting/Earth Science Core Curriculum. Having students make connections between the three dimensions of scientific knowledge can better prepare them for the PS/ES Regents exam while they develop a coherent and scientifically based view of the world. Start with the complex phenomena (for science) or problems (for engineering) and let students ask questions\, explore\, and use the SEPs and CCCs to construct their own understandings of the disciplinary core ideas (content). This is a paradigm shift to students constructing their own understandings with much less memorization of science facts. Students learn by doing science and engineering practices\, engaging in discourse\, and building understandings of Earth and Space Sciences’ main ideas. **B.Y.O.D. (Bring Your Own Device) – Participants should bring a fully charged laptop\, Ipad\, or tablet to download resources and access websites throughout the workshop.FOR FULL DESCRIPTION\, PLEASE VIEW URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/preparing-students-for-the-new-earth-and-space-sciences-regents-exam-transitioning-regents-earth-science-courses-to-the-three-dimensions-of-the-nys-science-learning-standards-pt-1-in-person-prese/ CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240117T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240117T143000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155928 CREATED:20240111T160728Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T160730Z UID:19816-1705480200-1705501800@www.wsboces.org SUMMARY:So You Want to be Google Certified? Google Certification Level 1 Prep **ONLINE** presented by Jolynn Sapia - 8:30-2:30pm DESCRIPTION:Come to this workshop and learn the ins and outs of becoming Google certified. Statistics with # of questions on each topic will be presented\, as well as content itself. We will focus on the areas that pertain to the test itself mostly\, but can broaden out if time permits.Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wQIJdFQ1pYtuyZeggrjPbrbC7rOweCUJ/view?usp=sharing Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. If district pays URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/so-you-want-to-be-google-certified-google-certification-level-1-prep-online-presented-by-jolynn-sapia-830-230pm/ CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240119T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240119T143000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155928 CREATED:20240111T160728Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T160730Z UID:19817-1705653000-1705674600@www.wsboces.org SUMMARY:K-12 Project Based Learning **IN PERSON** presented by Stacey Mooney - 8:30-2:30pm DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn about\, discuss and explore the following topics in this course: -Inquiry-based approach to instructional discovery learning -Integrating NYS NextGen K-12 Computer Science and Digital Literacy Standards into other content areas through PBL -Developing Driving Questions to solve real-world problems -Types of PBL and Exemplars -The Planning Process -Implementation\, Assessing and Reflecting -Ways to showcase and celebrate learningBring your own Device. Audience: K-8 Educators\, Instructional Coaches\, Directors\, AdministratorsFlyer:  https://drive.google.com/file/d/13k_M3RvahPojh4J5ECHxt8jK-fjpkEAQ/view?usp=sharing Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 Consortium seat. If district pays URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/k-12-project-based-learning-in-person-presented-by-stacey-mooney-830-230pm-3/ CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240122T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240122T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155928 CREATED:20240111T160734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T160734Z UID:19823-1705914000-1705921200@www.wsboces.org SUMMARY:What to Look for When Assessing the Teaching of Writing: Keeping the NYS Next Generation Standards in Mind K-6 Administrators **ONLINE** presented by Sarah Cordova/Literacy Matters/The Distinctive Educators Institute\, Inc. - 9-11am DESCRIPTION:The NYS Next Generation Standards have given teachers much to think about when it comes to effective and engaging writing instruction for their students. While teachers are aligning their curriculum and teaching practices to the NYS Next Generation Standards\, administrators now have new elements of teaching and learning for which they are looking as well. Join Sarah Cordova\, Director of Literacy Matters\, as she shares what administrators should be focused on when they observe writing instruction in their K-6 grade classrooms.Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xppam8xEjo78Hras8XyDuhrHthkilDkk/view?usp=sharing Eligible for 2 hours CTLE credit. If district pays URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/what-to-look-for-when-assessing-the-teaching-of-writing-keeping-the-nys-next-generation-standards-in-mind-k-6-administrators-online-presented-by-sarah-cordova-literacy-matters-the-distinctive-edu/ CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240122T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240122T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155928 CREATED:20240111T160735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T160735Z UID:19828-1705914000-1705921200@www.wsboces.org SUMMARY:What to Look for When Assessing the Teaching of Writing: Keeping the NYS Next Generation Standards in Mind K-6 Administrators **ONLINE** presented by Sarah Cordova/Literacy Matters/The Distinctive Educators Institute\, Inc. - 9-11am DESCRIPTION:The NYS Next Generation Standards have given teachers much to think about when it comes to effective and engaging writing instruction for their students. While teachers are aligning their curriculum and teaching practices to the NYS Next Generation Standards\, administrators now have new elements of teaching and learning for which they are looking as well. Join Sarah Cordova\, Director of Literacy Matters\, as she shares what administrators should be focused on when they observe writing instruction in their K-6 grade classrooms.Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xppam8xEjo78Hras8XyDuhrHthkilDkk/view?usp=sharing Eligible for 2 hours CTLE credit. If district pays URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/what-to-look-for-when-assessing-the-teaching-of-writing-keeping-the-nys-next-generation-standards-in-mind-k-6-administrators-online-presented-by-sarah-cordova-literacy-matters-the-distinctive-edu-2/ CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240122T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240122T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155928 CREATED:20240111T160735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T160735Z UID:19824-1705939200-1705942800@www.wsboces.org SUMMARY:NYS Computer-Based Testing (CBT): Tips and Tricks **IN PERSON** presented by Michele Kerr - 4-5pm DESCRIPTION:Is this your district’s first year administering the NYS CBT Grades 3 – ELA &: Math tests? For 6 years\, my district\, Western Suffolk BOCES\, has been participating in the NYS CBT exams. I will review tips\, tricks and valuable steps to take before you administer these exams. *This class does not replace what the RIC or NYS is offering for administrative training.* NYS ELA &: Math CBT Dates: April 8 – May 17\, 2024 Each session is eligible for 1 hour CTLE credit. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/17ix3hDIL9ySzXxYhqyJtJXz7wOwMcTlY/view?usp=sharingRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&:I=4618591“ URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/nys-computer-based-testing-cbt-tips-and-tricks-in-person-presented-by-michele-kerr-4-5pm/ CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240123T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240123T143000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155928 CREATED:20240111T160735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T160736Z UID:19825-1705998600-1706020200@www.wsboces.org SUMMARY:Classroom Management **IN PERSON** presented by Mishka Anderson - 8:30-2:30pm DESCRIPTION:Audience: Elementary/Secondary Teachers Learning how to manage a classroom is an imperative skill that all teachers must develop to be able to effectively teach to any age group. In this workshop\, we delve into creating classroom rules/reinforcers\, procedures/routines\, effective classroom design and organization\, teaching self-regulation strategies\, understanding why children misbehave\, incorporating behavior interventions\, etc.Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PlSZBgil1io6qSyE7opAMs8bAAKgQvOV/view?usp=sharing Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 Consortium seat. If district pays URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/classroom-management-in-person-presented-by-mishka-anderson-830-230pm/ CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240124T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240124T143000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155928 CREATED:20240111T160735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T160736Z UID:19826-1706085000-1706106600@www.wsboces.org SUMMARY:ADHD\, Executive Function & Behavioral Challenges in the Classroom **IN PERSON** presented by Cindy Goldrich\, Ed.M.\, ADHD-CCSP - 8:30-2:30pm DESCRIPTION:This workshop gives teachers\, guidance counselors\, and school psychologists an understanding of the social and emotional impact that ADHD and Executive Function challenges have on learning\, motivation\, behavior\, and the family system. Upon completing this program\, participants will: -Have a functional and actionable understanding of Executive Function skills and what performance can be expected at different learning levels. -Learn valuable methods to manage problems with attention\, organization\, stress\, homework completion\, and test performance based on the latest brain research and evidence-based best practices. -Discover subtle changes in teaching methods and classroom structure to improve time management\, working memory\, motivation\, and emotional regulation that will benefit all children\, not only those with ADHD. This workshop provides practical tips\, tools\, and strategies to help students gain self-awareness\, self-direction\, and greater accountability that can be incorporated into everyday teaching and across the curriculum. Receive valuable handouts and resources for teachers\, parents\, and students to manage homework\, home/school communication\, study skills\, behavior\, and more.Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1YNCHvK7Y22dt0G7pKb9o_2MSV3ckBtlM/view?usp=sharing Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 2 Consortium seats. If district pays URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/adhd-executive-function-behavioral-challenges-in-the-classroom-in-person-presented-by-cindy-goldrich-ed-m-adhd-ccsp-830-230pm-2/ CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240124T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240124T143000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155928 CREATED:20240111T160735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T160736Z UID:19827-1706085000-1706106600@www.wsboces.org SUMMARY:Restorative Practices Circles Theory and Practical Application To Your School **IN PERSON** presented by Gregg Scheiner - 8:30-2:30pm DESCRIPTION:In this session we will explore the Restorative Practices theory as it: -applies to your school needs\, -compare and contrast Community Building Circles\, -Response to Harm circles and RP Conferences. Discuss implementation processes\, expectations\, and outcomes as you change the narrative and systems. This is an interactive experience. Upon completion of the session\, you will have implementation framework for which Restorative Process you want to bring to your schools. Handouts will be provided. Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 Consortium seat. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1diJ0eCYD6Nu9VysCIp0P6mHSRdDzYr_1/view?usp=sharingRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&:I=4619333“ URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/restorative-practices-circles-theory-and-practical-application-to-your-school-in-person-presented-by-gregg-scheiner-830-230pm/ CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240124T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240124T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155928 CREATED:20240111T160746Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T160747Z UID:19833-1706122800-1706128200@www.wsboces.org SUMMARY:Technology and Social Media's Effect on the Child/Adolescent Brain VIRTUAL Workshop presented by Deborah Salitsky\, LCSW - 7-8:30pm DESCRIPTION:Educators/Support Staff will learn about the negative effects technology and social media has on the developing brain and addictive qualities. Discussion about the need for collaboration between schools\, parents\, and community to address this ever growing problem. Greater understanding about social media addiction and its impact on SEL issues and learning challenges. Educators/Support Staff will be encouraged to make slight changes to address this important topic.Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1C4MVocveuVfxrZiB0YD2kjMARcNK6WoS/view?usp=sharing Eligible for 1.5 hours CTLE credit. If district pays URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/technology-and-social-medias-effect-on-the-child-adolescent-brain-virtual-workshop-presented-by-deborah-salitsky-lcsw-7-830pm/ CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240125T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240201T143000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155928 CREATED:20240111T160746Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T160747Z UID:19834-1706171400-1706797800@www.wsboces.org SUMMARY:How to Be a Kid - 2-Day Workshop **IN PERSON** presented by Dr. Crystal Miller - 8:30-2:30pm DESCRIPTION:How To Be A Kid™ is a whole child\, kid-centric approach to learning that teaches kids the way that kids learn. It can be seamlessly integrated into ANY curriculum. The How To Be A Kid™ program has a strong base in Social-Emotional Learning and introduces the concept of Sensate Learning™ which incorporates the whole body\, multi-sensory methods and principles of neurodevelopment into education. The goal of this program is to teach educators how to introduce deliberate and strategic movement into the learning process to enhance focus\, retention\, and comprehension. Today we know that the more active the body is in learning\, the more meaningful connections the brain can make to the content. How To Be A Kid™ was thoughtfully designed to empower educators with knowledge and resources that can transform the learning process for the better. Eligible for 12 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1-1/2 Consortium seats. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1E3xs0GHw9_1X4dEEBXgFx-k4oOeiFVuF/view?usp=sharingRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&:I=4604975“ URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/how-to-be-a-kid-2-day-workshop-in-person-presented-by-dr-crystal-miller-830-230pm/ CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240126T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240126T143000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155928 CREATED:20240111T160746Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T160747Z UID:19835-1706257800-1706279400@www.wsboces.org SUMMARY:Building Fluency with Integers **IN PERSON** presented by Madeline Turilli - 8:30-2:30pm DESCRIPTION:Educators will explore integers and operations through the use of counters\, number lines\, and application problems to derive and apply the rules of integer operations. Various fluency activities will be introduced that can be used to reinforce integer operations throughout the year. Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 Consortium seat. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wL7NbEbZdlyZ_MDDRJAhkrVeQAN3Du_1/view?usp=sharingRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&:I=4608314“ URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/building-fluency-with-integers-in-person-presented-by-madeline-turilli-830-230pm/ CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240130T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240130T143000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155928 CREATED:20240111T160747Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T160747Z UID:19836-1706603400-1706625000@www.wsboces.org SUMMARY:Diversity and Sensitivity Training for Teachers and Administrators **ONLINE** presented by The Harmony Strategies Group\, a collaborative of conflict management experts - 8:30-2:30pm DESCRIPTION:Teachers and school administrators have immense power to guide students into becoming more sensitive\, caring\, and tolerant of differences. This workshop focuses on what teachers and administrators need to know about sensitivity” and how it plays out in the classroom. We discuss subtle ways that stereotypes can be broken and underprivileged populations can be boosted to thrive in both social and academic performance. Participants come away with specific and measurable ways to embrace Diversity &: Sensitivity in their school environments. Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 consortium seat. If district pays URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/diversity-and-sensitivity-training-for-teachers-and-administrators-online-presented-by-the-harmony-strategies-group-a-collaborative-of-conflict-management-experts-830-230pm/ CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240130T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240130T143000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155928 CREATED:20240111T160747Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T160747Z UID:19837-1706603400-1706625000@www.wsboces.org SUMMARY:Discover Strategies to Incorporate the Crosscutting Concepts in Your Life Science Lessons Gr 6-12 **IN PERSON** presented by Glen Cochrane - 8:30-2:30pm DESCRIPTION:Known as the forgotten dimension\, the Crosscutting Concepts (CCCs) provide students with the mental tools needed to help engage in and make sense of complex phenomena from a scientific point of view or to solve problems in engineering. They are essential in understanding the Disciplinary Core Ideas (content) and that the CCCs complement the Science and Engineering Practices. We will view sample phenomena through the lens of the CCCs to demonstrate how students can use them when constructing their own understandings. Examples of how the CCCs can be highlighted in your lessons will illustrate their importance in the expected three-dimensional instruction of the New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS) for secondary life science courses. We will practice using the different CCCs while applying SEPs to familiar phenomena. Have students both view and explain phenomena through the lens of the CCCs. Included will be: -Gaining familiarity with the CCCs\, their potential for making science equitable\, real\, and relevant to all students: -Using CCCs as resources for realizing the NGSS vision of equity all standards URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/discover-strategies-to-incorporate-the-crosscutting-concepts-in-your-life-science-lessons-gr-6-12-in-person-presented-by-glen-cochrane-830-230pm/ CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240130T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240130T143000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155928 CREATED:20240111T160753Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T160753Z UID:19843-1706603400-1706625000@www.wsboces.org SUMMARY:Coding Needs to Start in Kindergarten **IN PERSON** presented by Jolynn Sapia - 8:30-2:30pm DESCRIPTION:Coding is one of those things that makes some people’s heart jump with excitement\, and others jump in fear. Come learn how to integrate Coding at every grade level to make it fun and exciting for everyone. Students who start coding at the early grade levels become better problem solvers\, more confident\, and better prepared for the workforce upon graduation. You will leave this 6 hour course excited to share your new found coding skills with your students. You will be one of those now jumping with excitement!Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1efdZzgK6rmQVe0aqpl8g0g3YaRdlK5_m/view?usp=sharing Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. If district pays URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/coding-needs-to-start-in-kindergarten-in-person-presented-by-jolynn-sapia-830-230pm-2/ CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240131T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240131T143000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155928 CREATED:20240111T160754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T160754Z UID:19844-1706689800-1706711400@www.wsboces.org SUMMARY:Preparing Students for the New Biology Regents Exam: Transitioning Regents Biology Courses to the Three-Dimensions of the New York State Science Learning Standards Grades 6-12 **IN PERSON** presented by Glen Cochrane - 8:30-2:30pm DESCRIPTION:The first administration of the New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS) based Biology Regents exam is scheduled for June 2025. Teachers must transition to a NYSSLS based regents biology course. The format of the new exam will be item clusters\, groups of multiple items that provide a coherent path towards building the three dimensions (Disciplinary Core Ideas\, Crosscutting Concepts\, and Science and Engineering Practices) anchored in a phenomenon. Following a phenomena-based storyline will provide students the opportunity to demonstrate knowledge in context. Teachers must align their biology curriculum with the NYSSLS expectations which will be assessed on the new regents exam. It is possible to transition to the pedagogy that supports the NYSSLS three-dimensional approach while continuing to teach science aligned to the Living Environment Core Curriculum. Having students make connections between the three dimensions of scientific knowledge can better prepare them for the Biology Regents exam while they develop a coherent and scientifically based view of the world. Start with the complex phenomena (for science) or problems (for engineering) and let students ask questions\, explore\, and use the SEPs and CCCs to construct their own understandings of the disciplinary core ideas (content). This is a paradigm shift to students constructing their own understandings with much less memorization of science facts. Students learn by doing science and engineering practices\, engaging in discourse\, and building understandings of biology’s main ideas. **B.Y.O.D. (Bring Your Own Device) – Participants should bring a fully charged laptop\, iPad\, or tablet to download resources and access websites throughout the workshop. FOR FULL DESCRIPTION\, PLEASE VIEW FLYER:Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mqH5O_DIweBQZLsHnpbvl9hibdegGTae/view?usp=sharing Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 Consortium seat. If district pays URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/preparing-students-for-the-new-biology-regents-exam-transitioning-regents-biology-courses-to-the-three-dimensions-of-the-new-york-state-science-learning-standards-grades-6-12-in-person-presented-2/ CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240131T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240131T143000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155928 CREATED:20240111T160754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T160754Z UID:19845-1706689800-1706711400@www.wsboces.org SUMMARY:Conflict Management: Theory & Practice **ONLINE** presented by The Harmony Strategies Group\, a collaborative of conflict management experts - 8:30-2:30pm DESCRIPTION:This workshop introduces basic conflict theory along with strategies and practices for addressing conflict in school settings. We evaluate what happens when conflicts escalate\, and what are the appropriate measures to take in different conflict situations. The program includes conflict exercises and discussion of realistic conflict scenarios. Participants will come away with thoughtful ideas on who\, where\, and how conflicts should be addressed in their school systems\, along with practical skills to handle various types of classroom and playground conflicts. Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 consortium seat. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lumYPsi9_8rEkd2DQajIAmTl_tqiVoO6/view?usp=sharingRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&:I=4638673“ URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/conflict-management-theory-practice-online-presented-by-the-harmony-strategies-group-a-collaborative-of-conflict-management-experts-830-230pm/ CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240131T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240212T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155928 CREATED:20240111T160754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T160754Z UID:19846-1706691600-1707735600@www.wsboces.org SUMMARY:Positive Proactive Pathways for Professionals 2 Part Workshop **IN PERSON** presented by Dr. Jean C. Kendall - 9-11am DESCRIPTION:Based upon her new book\, Positive Proactive Pathways for Professionals\, Dr. Jean Kendall\, author\, and retired school administrator with over 25 years as a principal\, with lead participants in an interactive discussion about how new and aspiring school leaders can be ready for many situational challenges. Some examples are: -Creating the Journey Together – Building Trust\, Care\, and Team -SEL\, Restorative Practices\, Equity Access for ALL students -Listening and Valuing Your Team -Ethics and Fairness Works – Evaluate Your Actions – everything we do has impact. -What Motivates a Leader? What Might Hold a Leader Back? -Feed Forward” – Supervision URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/positive-proactive-pathways-for-professionals-2-part-workshop-in-person-presented-by-dr-jean-c-kendall-9-11am/ CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240131T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240207T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155928 CREATED:20240111T160754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T160754Z UID:19847-1706727600-1707337800@www.wsboces.org SUMMARY:How to Help the Bereaved Child/Adolescent in the Classroom 2-Part VIRTUAL Series presented by Deborah Salitsky - 7-8:30pm DESCRIPTION:Educators/Support Staff can at times feel ill-equipped to handle the sensitive issue of grief. This course will greatly assist educators/support staff with an understanding of how the grieving process affects children and adolescents and ways to provide effective support. Educators and support staff will review: -the stages of grief\, -differences between child and teen grief\, -suicide\, -sudden death\, -triggers and pragmatic ways to help child/adolescent in the classroom.Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1u-171oIoXbsVoRX1ZyYzPrRgRL706XkP/view?usp=sharing Eligible for 3 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1/2 Consortium seat. If district pays URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/how-to-help-the-bereaved-child-adolescent-in-the-classroom-2-part-virtual-series-presented-by-deborah-salitsky-7-830pm/ CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240201T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240202T143000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155928 CREATED:20240111T160805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T160806Z UID:19848-1706776200-1706884200@www.wsboces.org SUMMARY:Teaching with Intention Fountas and Pinnell Benchmark Assessment System A Two-Part Series - Gr K-8 **IN PERSON** presented by Kristina Seeley - 8:30-2:30pm DESCRIPTION:PART 1: Administering the Fountas and Pinnell Benchmark Assessment System In Part 1\, we will focus on administering The Fountas and Pinnell Benchmark Assessment which provides teachers with precise tools and texts to observe and quantify specific reading behaviors. This workshop includes specific tutorials that provide ample practice to administer the assessment with fidelity\, following guidelines that minimize administrative discrepancies. Afterward\, you’ll feel confident assessing level A-Z! PART 2: Analyzing the Fountas and Pinnell Benchmark Assessment and Using it to Inform Instruction In Part 2\, we focus on the fact that results drive instruction. Educators will discover practical ways to organize your data and a series of strategic action steps and goals that\, when used effectively\, provide positive\, incremental shifts in your literacy instruction. This will lead to confident readers and improved results. We will look at Fountas and Pinnell Guided Reading Sets (part of Fountas and Pinnell Classroom) as an example of powerful resources that can link the data to instruction. These tools help teachers shift reading behaviors with their students and lift students’ level of thinking as they read. However\, you can easily apply this workshop to any curriculum you are using\, and you do not need the Fountas and Pinnell Guided Reading sets to attend the workshop.Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GJgAuVQaPC6BRiXuwU1KNDDMUQIDWNfI/view?usp=sharing Eligible for 12 hours CTLE credit. If district pays URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/teaching-with-intention-fountas-and-pinnell-benchmark-assessment-system-a-two-part-series-gr-k-8-in-person-presented-by-kristina-seeley-830-230pm/ CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240201T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240201T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155928 CREATED:20240111T160806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T160806Z UID:19849-1706778000-1706788800@www.wsboces.org SUMMARY:Making Grammar Stick: Embedding the Next Generation Language Standards into Our Classrooms K-6 **ONLINE** presented by Sarah Cordova/Literacy Matters/The Distinctive Educators Institute\, Inc. - 9-12pm DESCRIPTION:Grammar” is a word that can inspire many different reactions. Our students might recoil at the mention of it: we URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/making-grammar-stick-embedding-the-next-generation-language-standards-into-our-classrooms-k-6-online-presented-by-sarah-cordova-literacy-matters-the-distinctive-educators-institute-inc-9-12pm/ CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240205T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240205T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155928 CREATED:20240111T160806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T160807Z UID:19850-1707148800-1707152400@www.wsboces.org SUMMARY:NYS Computer-Based Testing (CBT): Tips and Tricks **ONLINE** presented by Michele Kerr - 4-5pm DESCRIPTION:Is this your district’s first year administering the NYS CBT Grades 3 – ELA &: Math tests? For 6 years\, my district\, Western Suffolk BOCES\, has been participating in the NYS CBT exams. I will review tips\, tricks and valuable steps to take before you administer these exams. *This class does not replace what the RIC or NYS is offering for administrative training.* NYS ELA &: Math CBT Dates: April 8 – May 17\, 2024 Each session is eligible for 1 hour CTLE credit. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/17ix3hDIL9ySzXxYhqyJtJXz7wOwMcTlY/view?usp=sharingRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&:I=4618594“ URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/nys-computer-based-testing-cbt-tips-and-tricks-online-presented-by-michele-kerr-4-5pm-2/ CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240205T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240205T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155928 CREATED:20240111T160806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T160807Z UID:19851-1707148800-1707159600@www.wsboces.org SUMMARY:Effective Techniques for Co-teaching English Language Learners and Exploring Components of the NYSESLAT **ONLINE** presented by Pamela Solomon - 4-7pm DESCRIPTION:Participants will explore the facets of co-teaching and the 8 components of SIOP (Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol). In addition\, we will examine the 4 sections of the NYSESLAT (New York State English as a Second Language Achievement Test) and review the skills needed for students to exit the ENL program.Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/11nZGM64yuTZcV4SzQYPPJuh-Y0zrcIwV/view?usp=sharing Eligible for 3 hours CTLE credit. Can use ½ consortium seat. If district pays URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/effective-techniques-for-co-teaching-english-language-learners-and-exploring-components-of-the-nyseslat-online-presented-by-pamela-solomon-4-7pm/ CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240206T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240206T143000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155928 CREATED:20240111T160811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T160812Z UID:19858-1707208200-1707229800@www.wsboces.org SUMMARY:Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics K-12 **ON-SITE** presented by Stacey Mooney - 8:30-2:30pm DESCRIPTION:*A thinking student is an engaged student* Upgrade and Revamp Your Math Instruction for High-Yield Results\, Based on high-profile book by Peter Liljedahl Sparked by observing teachers struggle to implement rich mathematics tasks to engage students in deep thinking\, Peter Liljedahl has translated his 15 years of research into this practical guide on how to move toward a thinking classroom. Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics\, Grades K-12 helps teachers implement 14 optimal practices for thinking that create an ideal setting for deep mathematics learning to occur. This workshop will provide a full overview of the text and many easy-to-implement classroom practices to immediately heighten thinking and learning in every math classroom. Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 Consortium seat. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/15hnv1hbfMGWW_QkChrjgudJXk6EtfpCB/view?usp=sharingRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&:I=4582093“ URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/building-thinking-classrooms-in-mathematics-k-12-on-site-presented-by-stacey-mooney-830-230pm-2/ CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240206T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240209T143000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155928 CREATED:20240111T160806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T160807Z UID:19852-1707208200-1707489000@www.wsboces.org SUMMARY:Culturally Relevant Children's Literature and Lesson Planning for Elementary Classrooms 2-Day Workshop **IN PERSON** presented by Mishka Anderson - 8:30-2:30pm DESCRIPTION:Audience: Elementary Teachers Hello Inclusion has gathered a compilation of antiracist/culturally relevant children’s literature across all elementary grade levels that incorporates the stories of different groups and communities of people (Black\, White\, Hispanic/Latinx(o)(a)\, Asian\, Indigenous\, MENA\, LGBTQIA+\, etc.). During the workshop\, teachers will get a chance to read these books\, plan lessons or units of study based on the books. Teachers will be introduced to theories of culturally relevant teaching and antiracism and will learn how to have courageous conversations about race in their elementary classrooms. Eligible for 12 hours CTLE credit. Can use 2 Consortium seats. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zprKjbjsrMmzKfV4aLgSZ3cvnYiHYf0L/view?usp=sharingRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&:I=4605253“ URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/culturally-relevant-childrens-literature-and-lesson-planning-for-elementary-classrooms-2-day-workshop-in-person-presented-by-mishka-anderson-830-230pm/ CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240206T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155928 CREATED:20240111T160812Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T160812Z UID:19859-1707235200-1709056800@www.wsboces.org SUMMARY:Administrative Leadership Academy **VIRTUAL 3 Two-Hour Sessions** presented by Christina Moran - 4-6pm DESCRIPTION:The course will focus on skills necessary to lead with vision\, compassion and purposeful intent. Each session will aim to nurture and develop exceptional leadership skills among newly appointed or aspiring individuals\, equipping them with the tools and knowledge needed to excel. This course will serve as a community for fostering personal growth\, effective communication\, mentoring and nurturing visionary thinking. Investing in the development of exceptional leaders will positively impact our communities\, organizations\, and society as a whole. The Leadership Academy will have the following key objectives: a) Develop Leadership Competencies: Provide participants with comprehensive training in core leadership competencies\, including strategic thinking\, decision-making\, communication\, problem-solving\, emotional intelligence\, and ethical leadership. b) Foster Personal Growth: Encourage self-reflection and personal development\, enabling participants to build self-awareness\, resilience\, vulnerability\, adaptability\, and a growth mindset. c) Cultivate Collaborative Skills: Promote effective teamwork\, collaboration\, and the ability to lead diverse groups by fostering inclusivity\, empathy\, and cultural understanding. d) Ignite Innovation and Visionary Thinking: Inspire participants to think creatively\, embrace innovation\, and envision bold solutions to complex problems. Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 Consortium Seat. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1t4ZrpzsivvTWa26rtgzPQo4GWeS28_9H/view?usp=sharingRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&:I=4571110“ URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/administrative-leadership-academy-virtual-3-two-hour-sessions-presented-by-christina-moran-4-6pm/ CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240207T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240207T143000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155928 CREATED:20240111T160812Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T160813Z UID:19860-1707294600-1707316200@www.wsboces.org SUMMARY:Balanced Literacy & The Science of Reading **IN PERSON** presented by Annie Donado/Literacy Matters/The Distinctive Educators Institute\, Inc. - 8:30-2:30pm DESCRIPTION:Hearing all the buzz about the Science of Reading\, but unsure how to implement it in your Balanced Literacy curriculum? Join Annie Donado\, Literacy Matters Consultant\, for a day dedicated to the Science of Reading: what it is\, how to introduce it to educators\, how to integrate it into your existing Balanced Literacy curriculum\, and how to get families onboard with this new approach.Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GikXwuU5225NntTQvgzKH-prpY4glwR_/view?usp=sharing Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 consortium seat. If district pays URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/balanced-literacy-the-science-of-reading-in-person-presented-by-annie-donado-literacy-matters-the-distinctive-educators-institute-inc-830-230pm-2/ CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240208T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240412T143000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155928 CREATED:20240111T160812Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T160813Z UID:19861-1707381000-1712932200@www.wsboces.org SUMMARY:Leveled Literacy Intervention (LLI) 3-Day Workshop Gr K-8 **IN PERSON** presented by Kristina Seeley - 8:30-2:30pm DESCRIPTION:Leveled Literacy Intervention (LLI) is a rigorous\, small group\, supplementary\, literacy intervention designed for students who find reading and writing difficult and need intensive teaching to achieve grade-level proficiency. LLI Primary Systems deliver the engaging\, efficient\, and effective intervention that can give students the boost they need to read at the same level as their peers in as little as 18-24 weeks. The intervention should take place consistently in suggested small groups in addition to classroom literacy instruction to see maximum results. In this workshop\, participants will receive three-days of intensive training (two days of start-up training and one follow-up day) on the LLI systems and will learn specific skills and strategies to address the needs of readers who are not yet at grade -level proficiency. In addition to an overview of the components and implementation of LLI Second-Edition systems\, professional development for these systems delve into the routines needed for proficiency in reading. Teachers will explore the rich opportunities in the LLI Systems for Phonics\, Fluency\, Comprehension and Writing About Reading. Must attend all 3 days. Materials not included.Please see flyer for full description: Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xwJGxdLDxtcd1w6bznRjl1VmbZM7L7sy/view?usp=sharing Eligible for 18 hours CTLE credit. Can use 7 consortium seats. If district pays URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/leveled-literacy-intervention-lli-3-day-workshop-gr-k-8-in-person-presented-by-kristina-seeley-830-230pm-2/ CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240212T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240212T143000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155928 CREATED:20240111T160812Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T160813Z UID:19862-1707726600-1707748200@www.wsboces.org SUMMARY:Engaging Students with Desmos for NEW USERS **IN PERSON** presented by Andy Malbouef - 8:30-2:30pm DESCRIPTION:The Desmos activity platform is a free digital platform that allows math teachers to engage and interact with their students. Simply\, it’s a sequence of screens\, each with a different task\, prompt\, or question. The screens in each activity can be as simple or sophisticated as the teacher desires. Purpose Desmos has a mission that says it’s goal is to help every student learn math and love learning math”. This involves far more than just simply solving math problems and inputting answers. Activities ask students to: -Make connections between scenarios they encounter and mathematical ideas. -Look for patterns and represent those patterns mathematically. -Take chances URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/engaging-students-with-desmos-for-new-users-in-person-presented-by-andy-malbouef-830-230pm-2/ CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240212T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240212T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155928 CREATED:20240111T160824Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T160824Z UID:19868-1707753600-1707757200@www.wsboces.org SUMMARY:Computer-Based Testing (CBT): Tips and Tricks **IN PERSON** presented by Michele Kerr - 4-5pm DESCRIPTION:Is this your district’s first year administering the NYS CBT Grades 3 – ELA &: Math tests? For 6 years\, my district\, Western Suffolk BOCES\, has been participating in the NYS CBT exams. I will review tips\, tricks and valuable steps to take before you administer these exams. *This class does not replace what the RIC or NYS is offering for administrative training.* NYS ELA &: Math CBT Dates: April 8 – May 17\, 2024 Each session is eligible for 1 hour CTLE credit. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/17ix3hDIL9ySzXxYhqyJtJXz7wOwMcTlY/view?usp=sharingRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&:I=4618598“ URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/computer-based-testing-cbt-tips-and-tricks-in-person-presented-by-michele-kerr-4-5pm/ CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR