Elementary Math Deep-Dive Series - A Balancing Act - Solving Equations Gr 3-6 *IN PERSON* presented by Stacey Mooney - 8:30-2:30pm
2026-03-03 08:30 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
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 deeply and thoroughly in order to enhance teaching and learning. Creative and engaging activities, resources and tasks will be explored for each topic. Best instructional practices and strategies will be discussed, modeled, and shared. Ready-to-use takeaways for seamless classroom implementation. *Please bring your own device*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/1HohBtEZsvqfP0rL8bhkU7pmUDv1u3PNg/view?usp=sharing
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Making Groupwork the Norm: Evolved Strategies for Deeper Collaboration *IN PERSON* presented by Philip Dituri - 8:30-2:30pm
2026-03-03 08:30 - 14:30 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
Having students to work collaboratively isn’t just something you do with your students in isolated moments – it’s a culture you cultivate over time. In this newly updated and expanded version of the popular Making Groupwork the Norm workshop, we’ll dive deeper into the classroom structures, routines, and mindsets that help collaborative learning thrive in middle and high school classrooms. Whether you’re new to collaborative learning or building on what you learned in the original workshop, this session offers fresh insights grounded in real classroom practice. You’ll leave with: -A refined set of groupwork norms that boost student independence and peer-to-peer accountability -New strategies for designing tasks that foster true collaboration – not just cooperation -Tools for formative assessment that track individual understanding within group contexts -Clear guidance on managing equity, voice, and shared responsibility -Ways to use groupwork as a lever for differentiation and deeper learning We’ll also address persistent myths about groupwork, explore common implementation challenges, and share field-tested solutions that work across content areas. Join us to transform groupwork from an occasional structure into a powerful, everyday practice – and reimagine what students can do when they learn together. 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/1rg3GUJZUC3-Rub4lcV9EHZCDi-leZ1Rc/view?usp=sharing
Registration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5281347

Effective Techniques for Teaching Literacy to English Language Learners **ONLINE** presented by Pamela Solomon-9-12pm
2026-03-03 09:00 - 12:00 | Virtual Conference
Participants will explore various strategies to help English Language Learners enhance their literacy skills. We will discuss practical approaches that can be applied across all grade levels and subject areas to support students in mainstream classrooms. Eligible for 3 hours CTLE credit. Can use ½ consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1oU_EiocLRNO-LxYMj1PEWBPPWBbOFWfe/view?usp=sharing
Registration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5275950

ELA Curriculum Writing 3-Day Institute Grades 5-12 presented by Victor Jaccarino - 8:30-2:30pm
2026-03-04 08:30 - 2026-04-21 14:30 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
Over the last decade, curriculum has been redefined to include standards-based units of study, as well as the Science of Reading principles. Join Victor Jaccarino for a three-day interactive workshop/institute to help ELA teachers begin the process of writing a grade level standards-based curriculum based on The Science of Reading. During this process, teachers will have the opportunity to collaborate with educators from other districts, as well as receive feedback from colleagues. In the spirit of writing units with the end in mind (Understanding by Design), teachers will write a standards-based assessment for a 1-4-week ELA literature and reading based unit. Units will include reading and writing instruction. By the end of the second day, teachers will have developed lessons for the unit that include whole lessons and formative assessments to inform instruction. By the end of the third day, teachers will minimally have an outline of a complete standards-based unit, and ideally a complete unit with a mid-unit assessment, formative assessments, protocols that promote collaboration and writing. It is recommended that districts send a team or teams of grade level teachers or teams teaching on different grade levels who can collaborate on the units that will become part of the grade level curriculum. There will be an expectation, that on day 1, participants will bring a full-length text that they would like to include in the curriculum, or a series of short texts by a single author or held together thematically. The text(s) should be challenging and have multiple interpretations. Eligible for 18 hours CTLE credit. Can use 3 Consortium seats.If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rbxGpgJj1kakpRA85TOgPPUTE3lS4gvF/view?usp=sharing
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Roots to Reading: Building Stronger Readers Through Morphology *IN PERSON* Presented by Lauren Kolbeck & Debbie Linscott-Feinstein-8:30-2:30pm
2026-03-05 08:30 - 14:30 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
Get ready to explore a variety of materials while collaborating with colleagues in this interactive workshop designed for teachers in Grades 3 and up. Deepen your understanding of morphology and discover how to teach word parts-prefixes, suffixes, and Greek and Latin roots-in ways that connect to reading, writing, and content-area learning. Participants will receive a clear scope and sequence aligned to grade-level expectations, along with ready-to-use instructional routines, engaging activities, and assessment tools. Content area teachers will also benefit by exploring practical strategies to weave morphology into science, social studies, and other subject areas-helping students unlock academic vocabulary and deepen their comprehension. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to refine your practice, you’ll leave with the knowledge and resources to implement a structured, research-based approach to morphology instruction that supports all learners. Audience: 3-6 classroom teachers, reading teachers, and administrators Eligible for 6 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/1EVEuHNkVZn3Wy2_cECmoWpabEKCyfXZJ/view?usp=sharing
Registration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5138695

Using Effective Literacy Strategies in Secondary Science Classrooms *IN PERSON* presented by Jacqueline Darvin - 8:30-2:30pm
2026-03-05 08:30 - 14:30 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
The new science assessments in NY State are literacy-based. At the same time, middle and high school students’ literacy skills have declined. This workshop will equip middle and high school science teachers with practical literacy strategies on reading that will help their secondary students comprehend, remember, and demonstrate their learning of science content. Participants are asked to please bring a laptop and some current lesson plans/curriculum to the session.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/1mGcJh4segwohJe_0AREEK8aTHuvY5ARk/view?usp=sharing
Registration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5151269

Evidence Practices in Classroom Management 2-Day Workshop *IN PERSON* presented by Michelle Levy - 8:30-2:30pm
2026-03-05 08:30 - 2026-03-12 14:30 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
The effective management of a classroom begins with establishing a positive, proactive and preventive learning environment that fosters learning for all students and minimizes disruptions. Effective classroom managers build strong relationships with students, communicate effectively, and adapt their strategies to meet individual needs. Participants will learn eight research based strategies that increase instructional time, minimize problematic behavior and increase student engagement thereby setting students up for academic, social and behavioral success. These practices include: -understanding student behavior, -providing quality instruction, -teaching rules, -expectations, -routines and procedures, -practicing precorrection, -active supervision and -implementing strategies for both positive and negative responses. 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/1l-npmTp3t6FtJkSlgmrktX5YNhHaf_Nz/view?usp=sharing
Registration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5133166

Taking the Challenge out of Conversations: 4 Steps to Communicating Without Judgment or Blame VIRTUAL Workshop presented by Joan Fretz - 9-12pm
2026-03-05 09:00 - 12:00 | Virtual Conference
Whether we’re interacting with colleagues, supervisors, students, caregivers, or our own family members, school administrators and staff often find themselves in a challenging conversation. When people feel judged, we may lose the opportunity to resolve the issue at the lowest level and worse, damage our relationship with them. While you are in charge of the words you choose and how they are delivered, it is always the receiver who gives the meaning to your message. In this workshop, we will explore ways to listen to others without judgment or blame and then express our own feelings and needs. The skill involves linking our feelings to our needs, instead of blaming someone else for causing them, and helping others to do the same. Based on the work of Marshall Rosenberg (Nonviolent Communication) and Oren Sofer (Mindful Communication), this simple process provides a consistent way for all staff to develop respectful and trusting relationships. Developing safe and healthy schools begins with how we message each other. Strategies for using this approach will be practiced and discussed. Suggestions for encouraging buy-in from all staff will be included. Eligible for 3 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1/2 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1MuPkVTyvZBYN5EwGi51UzQMJtDa5h1l6/view?usp=sharing
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I Got 99 Problems: How to Cultivate a Culture of Problem Solving in Mathematics Classrooms *IN PERSON* presented by Philip Dituri - 8:30-2:30pm
2026-03-06 08:30 - 14:30 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
What do you do when you don’t know what to do? “I don’t know what to do” is a common refrain in math class-especially when students face unfamiliar problems or standardized test questions. Do they give up? Or do they problem solve? Unfortunately, explicit instruction in problem solving is often missing from the curriculum. In this workshop, we’ll explore practical strategies and routines you can use to help your students become confident, capable problem solvers. You’ll leave with concrete tools and next steps to bring more problem solving into your classroom. Together, we won’t just learn how to teach problem solving-we’ll become better problem solvers ourselves. 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/1C4h0EU1Z5E3LVAHKOx73lG9bMXOKjQ-u/view?usp=sharing
Registration; https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5281228

Cracking the Code: Unpacking the Chemistry NYSSLS *IN PERSON* presented by Kathi Dinota - 8:30-2:30pm
2026-03-11 08:30 - 14:30 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
This workshop is designed to support chemistry teachers in understanding and applying the New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS) to develop coherent, engaging, and standards-aligned chemistry curricula.The primary goals of the workshop are to:-Help educators unpack the NYSSLS, focusing on their structure and intent-Equip teachers with tools to identify key disciplinary core ideas (DCIs), science and engineering practices (SEPs), and crosscutting concepts (CCCs) -Closely examine the Chemistry NYSSLS (What’s In and What’s Out?)-Foster collaboration and resource sharing By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to:-Deconstruct NYSSLS performance expectations for chemistry-Confidently use NYSSLS as a framework for instructional decision-making.Participants will receive access to a shared online folder with collaborative resources. *Participants should bring a charged laptop and a willingness to constructively collaborate.*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/1bgp1fW50NIjfs5Q5X3iFuvi8R3pAdfBc/view?usp=sharing
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Enhance Your Mindset VIRTUAL Workshop presented by The Zen Den - 4:30-6pm
2026-03-11 16:30 - 18:00 | Virtual Conference
Participants will learn various coping tools to give them a calmer and more focused mindset. Participants will also learn how to integrate mindfulness into the everyday environments of 6-12 grade classrooms. Delving into mindfulness will help participants manage personal and professional trying times with a thought filled, productive, peaceful state of mind.Eligible for 1-1/2 hours CTLE credit. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1R8uAe0L-nK1UjBTxDv0nQHH4A9iXIpAq/view?usp=sharing
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Unlocking the 7 Teaching Standards: Supporting Administrators in Transitioning to STEPS *IN PERSON* presented by Anne Rullan, Ed.D. - 8:30-2:30pm
2026-03-12 08:30 - 14:30 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
Audience: Administrators This workshop empowers school and district administrators to confidently transition to the STEPS (Standards-Based Teacher Evaluation and Professional Support) framework by deepening understanding of the 7 Teaching Standards and aligning them to clear, meaningful evidence of practice. Participants will engage in interactive learning that blends clarity, collaboration, and practical application-ensuring that evaluation practices instructional, developmental, and supportive. Participants will leave with: -A deeper understanding of how the STEPS framework elevates teacher growth and instructional quality -Tools for calibrating observations and evidence collection using the seven teaching standards Draft evidence lists and artifacts aligned to each standard, created during collaborative workgroups -Clear action steps to implement STEPS with consistency, transparency, and purpose 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/17dxxrE7joiSCjqq4s3mwSmN3T0S5pgPw/view?usp=sharing
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New Visions Biology Workshop - Unit 6: Woolly Mammoth *IN PERSON* - 8:30-2:30pm
2026-03-16 08:30 - 14:30 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
Audience: Science Educators, Lead Teachers, STEM Coordinators, Science AdministratorsWorkshops align with New Visions for Public Schools FREE curriculum https://www.newvisions.org/curriculum/science/biology *Bring your own device*Unit 6: Woolly Mammoth Topic: Ecosystem Resilience, Climate Change, and Human Impact – Monday, March 16, 2026PEs: HS-LS2-5, HS-LS2-2, HS-LS2-6, HS-LS2-7, HS-LS4-6 (NGSS, not in NYSSLS), HS-ESS2-6 (NYSSLS only), HS-ETS1-1This workshop supports participants in implementing Unit 6 of the New Visions Biology curriculum. Educators will engage in immersive experiences with the unit materials, reflect on their learning, discuss adaptations to meet their students’ needs, and collaborate with peers to problem-solve challenges. This unit-based PL also highlights a high-leverage pedagogical goal-helping students connect understandings they develop from one lesson to the next across all three dimensions
Each workshop is eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Each participant can use 2-1/2 Consortium seats per workshop.If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/10EsfYlBtdWEfA0rHzojW2_JNqxxK0ecr/view?usp=sharing
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Tackling NYSSLS Using Cooperative Learning *IN PERSON* presented by Richard Slesinski - 8:30-2:30pm
2026-03-16 08:30 - 14:30 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
This interactive workshop helps high school science teachers design and implement NYSSLS-aligned jigsaw activities that also build collaboration and social-emotional skills. Participants will experience two jigsaw activities-one science-based and one about the jigsaw structure itself-before designing their own. Teachers will learn how to: -structure student “families” and expert groups, -use ice breakers and social skill warm-ups, -teach with phenomena and model development, -incorporate checks for understanding and time-buffers, and -guide student reflection and group evaluation.Learning Targets:-Understand the structure and purpose of a cooperative learning jigsaw-Explore how to embed 3D learning (DCIs, SEPs, CCCs) within a jigsaw-Learn how to explicitly teach and reinforce social skills-Use ice breakers and reflection activities to strengthen collaboration-Identify when and how to use time-buffers to maintain engagement-Experience sample jigsaws as learners-Begin designing their own NYSSLS-aligned jigsaw activityEligible 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/1CpzNHEpqRfQM2l1BAWGHdTkiYDNrzZu7/view?usp=sharing
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New Visions Earth & Space Science Workshops *IN PERSON* Unit 6 - Solutions for a Sustainable Future - 8:30-2:30pm
2026-03-17 08:30 - 14:30 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
Audience: Science Educators, Lead Teachers, STEM Coordinators, Science AdministratorsEach title is a live registration link.Workshops align with New Visions for Public Schools FREE curriculum Https://www.newvisions.org/curriculum/science/earth-space*Bring your own device*Topic: Human SustainabilityPEs: HS-ESS3-2, HS-ESS3-3, HS-ESS3-4, HS-ESS3-6, HS-EST1-3, HS-EST1-4This workshop supports participants in implementing Unit 6 of the New Visions Earth & Space Science curriculum. Educators will engage in immersive experiences with the unit materials, reflect on their learning, discuss adaptations to meet their students’ needs, and collaborate with peers to problem-solve challenges. This unit-based PL also highlights a high-leverage pedagogical goal-modeling how to teach discipline-specific reading skills
Each workshop is eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Each participant can use 2-1/2 Consortium seats per workshop.If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1MBB9ZKmnvTsDNrkgeIRt97bZnXo-tXST/view?usp=sharing
Registration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5203055

Mindfulness & Burnout Prevention 3-hour Training *IN PERSON* facilitated by Melissa Del Giudice - 8:30-11:30am
2026-03-18 08:30 - 11:30 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
This 3-hour interactive training is designed to equip educators with practical, research-based tools to: -manage stress, -prevent burnout, and -promote emotional well-being. Participants will learn how to use mindfulness to regulate the nervous system, reset quickly between classes, and stay focused and energized throughout the day. The session also covers strategies for improving time management, strengthening staff communication, and maintaining work-life balance. With a blend of breathing techniques, reflection, and real-world application, this training supports both individual well-being and a positive school culture. Eligible for 3 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/1jGuhKGS_WzF6am2bM1LowSKd3YK8HpIO/view?usp=sharing
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The Science of Reading: Strengthening Writing Through Phonemic Awareness, Phoneme-Grapheme Connections, and Orthographic Mapping *IN PERSON* Presented by: Lauren Kolbeck & Debbie Linscott-Feinstein-8:30-2:30pm
2026-03-18 08:30 - 14:30 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
Grounded in the principles of the Science of Reading, this session explores the essential role of phonemic awareness and phoneme-grapheme correspondence in the development of proficient reading and writing. Participants will examine evidence-based instructional practices that emphasize segmenting syllables and phonemes and explicitly linking sounds to their written representations to support accurate spelling and fluent writing. The workshop highlights how these foundational skills facilitate orthographic mapping, the cognitive process through which readers store words for automatic recognition and retrieval. By connecting current research to classroom application, educators will deepen their understanding of how systematic instruction in phonological and orthographic processing strengthens the reciprocal relationship between decoding and encoding, ultimately advancing students’ literacy outcomes.Audience: K-3 classroom teachers, literacy specialists, and interventionistsEligible for 6 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/1OTtn52vJGCmAVJS4uH0aIlRyPinspITt/view?usp=sharing
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Spring Emergence VIRTUAL Workshop presented by The Zen Den - 4:30-6pm
2026-03-18 16:30 - 18:00 | Virtual Conference
During this workshop, participants will focus on the metamorphosis of oneself through different relaxing, intuitive and transforming meditations, Kundalini yoga, journal writing and discussions. Participants will use their imaginations and 5 senses to emphasize their personalities with bright new energy which they can bring to their classrooms and to their students. They will be given questions to journal about which will bring new insights in what they do inside their classrooms and with their students. The goal is to have participants experience new forms of meditation and thinking processes to rid themselves of their “winter selves” and allow a new “spring being” to take over their beings and their classrooms.Eligible for 1-1/2 hours CTLE credit. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1oDSxgc9X8ODYNQq46uANy6xDHU9P1LK-/view?usp=sharing
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THE SCIENCE OF READING FOR MULTILINGUAL LEARNERS VIRTUAL TOOLKIT BRIEF #3: LITERACY DEVELOPMENT OF EMERGENT MULTILINGUAL LEARNERS IN THE EARLY CHILDHOOD CLASSROOM - 8:30-2:30pm
2026-03-19 08:30 - 14:30 | Virtual Conference
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
PLEASE VIEW FLYER FOR FULL DESCRIPTION:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Cw8KvK_OEHp4Jzm1e-cH_ljzcyO0Lh3J/view?usp=sharing
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Dyslexia and Dyslexic Tendencies: Design Instruction for All Children Presented by: Debbie Linscott-Feinstein and Lauren Kolbeck-8:30-2:30pm
2026-03-23 08:30 - 14:30 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
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 15-20% of students have some of the symptoms of dyslexia, including slow or inaccurate reading, poor spelling, poor writing, or mixing up similar words. Let’s be the best advocates we can be for these and all students by synthesizing all we know into our everyday curriculum.Targets include: -understanding the brain of the dyslexic-sequential, systematic, explicit phonemic and phonics instruction-exploring existing programs that lend themselves to different learning styles-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 strategies for immediate implementation in your class, school or district. Dyslexic and all children will benefitAudience: Grades K-6 general education teachers; English teachers; reading teachers; ENL teachers; special educators; ELA coaches; ELA, ENL and Special Education directors; building and district administrators.Eligible for 6 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/1M8j6VzLfdbTtjAggPMpEilb1e9Vf1c4E/view?usp=sharing
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Picture Books that Make Our Youngest Students Feel Seen Gr K-1 *IN PERSON* presented by Sarah Cordova / Literacy Matters - 8:30-2:30pm
2026-03-31 08:30 - 14:30 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
In the early years of school, every story we share can be a little bit of magic. When children open a book and spot a character who looks like them, lives like them, or feels the way they do, it’s more than a story-it’s a moment of connection. It’s a way of saying, You matter here. In this session, we’ll dive into picture books that help every child feel valued and included. These books will spark giggles, wonder, and big conversations-all while offering easy ways to weave in mini-lessons for early writing. You’ll leave with a stack of culturally responsive stories and fresh ideas to fill your classroom with joy, belonging, and the beautiful message that everyone’s story matters. 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/1sBE-3S0Vg7tE8yMxb795YVcMQoULzyXk/view?usp=sharing
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Standardized Test Prep Done Right: Leveraging Problem Solving & Conceptual Understanding *IN PERSON* presented by Philip Dituri - 8:30-2:30pm
2026-04-14 08:30 - 14:30 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
How well do your students know the test? How do you prepare them when you’re 10 months out? What is the best thing to do 1 month out? Learn about how to teach students to ace standardized tests! We will discuss getting to know your test, multiple-choice problem-solving strategies, how to prepare your students in the final days, and, most importantly, how to apply deep mathematical understanding of more basic math concepts to display mastery over more complicated ones. Train your students to use the math they’ve mastered in new ways the test designers didn’t anticipate and make them better problem solvers. 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/1jrsKIl2etxiJWilrXJ9fpjQ-U7wfRRbA/view?usp=sharing
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From Foundation to Follow-Through: Supporting Core Health, Interventions & MTSS-Aligned Scheduling *IN PERSON* presented by Nicole Moriarty - 8:30-2:30pm
2026-04-15 08:30 - 14:30 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
Audience: School and district leaders, MTSS team members, interventionists, counselors, behavior specialists, instructional coachesPerfect For: Teams ready to strengthen Tier 1 systems, design effective intervention plans, and align scheduling to support MTSS implementationA strong Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) depends on more than interventions-it starts with a healthy instructional core and follows through with thoughtful design. This session helps teams examine schoolwide core health, implement academic and behavioral intervention plans with fidelity, and structure schedules that support students at every tier.Through guided practice and real-world planning, teams will explore how to use data, build group plans, monitor progress, and ensure Tier 2 and Tier 3 supports are woven into the daily fabric of the school-not layered on top.Understanding and Strengthening Core Health-Defining what “Core Health” means in a schoolwide context-Identifying indicators of a strong Tier 1 foundation-Exploring practical ways to monitor and address Tier 1 needsCreating and Implementing Academic Intervention Plans-Workflow overview: Forming groups and assigning academic support plans-Practice session: Building academic group plans with real-world examples-Using Insight Surveys and staff input to set meaningful short-term goals-Exploring schedules that support Tiered instruction and system-wide alignmentBehavior Tracking and Support Plans-Workflow overview: Designing and documenting behavior support plans-Practice session: Developing and reviewing behavior interventions with fidelity
Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
For full description, please view flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dwjiycnUOUUufZgJEbxAm9V9FZLP807d/view?usp=sharing
Registration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5221111

Successful Literacy Strategies for Secondary Social Studies Teachers *IN PERSON* presented by Jacqueline Darvin - 8:30-2:30pm
2026-04-16 08:30 - 14:30 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
This workshop is aimed at teaching middle and high school social studies teachers how to better support their students’ literacy skills. Social studies teachers will learn some of the best literacy strategies for their content and the kinds of tasks that students are asked to do in social studies classrooms, including comprehension of primary source documents, vocabulary, class discussion, and writing. Participants are asked to please bring a laptop and some current lesson plans/curriculum to the session.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/1fe39ut6lNf89XOo6NA8uZQLPEr2yRBfN/view?usp=sharing
Registration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5151941

Family & Community Engagement Around MTSS *IN PERSON* presented by Jennifer Garmirian, M.Ed - 8:30-2:30pm
2026-04-20 08:30 - 14:30 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
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 success.Eligible for 6 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/1gDfafVckk5X-dyHZuHEjPDnmCEDxmuTi/view?usp=sharing
Registration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5162614

Rolling Out Financial Literacy: Preparing for the K-12 NYSED Updated Graduation Measures *IN PERSON* presented by Stacey Mooney - 8:30-11:30am
2026-04-22 08:30 - 11:30 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
Learn about the most recent updates from New York State Department of Education regarding what your district must do to prepare students so they can be financially literate in alignment with updated graduation measures. Receive information, resources and materials to help plan and implement a high-quality financial literacy coursework for your district to meet the upcoming new NYS graduation recommendations. Learn how to teach students to make wise financial decisions to promote financial well-being, now and in their futures. Lots of resources to teach students to set money goals and budgets, build credit, manage debt, and plan for their financial futures. Audience: Building and District Administrators, Math and Business Teachers and/or Administrators*Bring your own device*Eligible for 3 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1/2 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dTwSkajr8kAhzcaHGcTTwg0lf35rJFOe/view?usp=sharing
Registration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5272328

Student Resilience: 9 Resiliency Factors Your School Can Influence VIRTUAL Workshop presented by Joan Fretz - 9-12pm
2026-04-22 09:00 - 12:00 | Virtual Conference
Embark on a fascinating exploration of 9 Resiliency Factors that schools can influence, through the teachings of Dr. Michael Ungar, Director and Founder of the Resiliency Research Centre in Canada. Learn how resiliency research helps to shift our focus from psychopathology, disorder and trauma to the promotive and protective factors that influence academic and developmental outcomes when a child experiences unusual amounts of stress. Learn how to examine your school’s mental health initiatives through Ungar’s Resiliency Lens. In educational settings, there has been an unfair emphasis on a student’s individual responsibility to change, and a lack of attention to the many social and institutional factors that make a student’s resilience possible. (Ungar, M., Ed. Today Au, 6-1-24.) Eligible for 3 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1/2 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-DyKDoB7Rme4JRZsQnnDymL9D0kT6QSk/view?usp=sharing
Registration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5136029

One Size Does Not Fit All: Curricular and Instructional Adjustments to Address Behavior *IN PERSON* presented by Michelle Levy - 8:30-2:30pm
2026-04-23 08:30 - 14:30 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
Research has shown that curricular and instructional adjustments are important components of positive behavior supports that lead to the reduction of problem behavior and promotion of student success. When thinking about changing student behavior, focus should be placed on how adults are teaching and supporting the student both as part of a group and as an individual. Multiple opportunities to access, engage and respond to academic tasks help to decrease feelings of frustration, increase access to content and prompt academic engagement while creating a positive learning environment. Strategies presented will highlight curricular adaptations as to WHAT is taught, instructional adaptations as to HOW content is taught and how learning is demonstrated and ecological adaptions which relate to where, when and with whom instruction and learning takes place. Strategies presented will also form the basis for academic and behavioral accommodations and modifications as well as specially designed instruction as part of a well developed IEP. 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/1eIVzYg7fXexnJNdjVcuIh0Ar6MGZeolk/view?usp=sharing
Registration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5133493

THE SCIENCE OF READING FOR MULTILINGUAL LEARNERS VIRTUAL TOOLKIT BRIEF #4: THE SCIENCE OF READING IN DUAL LANGUAGE IMMERSION CLASSROOMS - 8:30-2:30pm
2026-04-23 08:30 - 14:30 | Virtual Conference
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:
Learn how to implement instruction that emphasizes English language acquisition
Know how language works (I.e. phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics and pragmatics)
Develop metalinguistic awareness
Make cross-language connections to note similarities and differences between two or more languages
FOR FULL DESCRIPTION, PLEASE VIEW FLYER:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1IbMo6SPdyq3k1KjBE2lwDqAi_3nwvd8t/view?usp=sharing
Registration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5284998

Important Topics for New Teachers That They Didn't Teach You in College *IN PERSON* presented by Jacqueline Darvin - 8:30-2:30pm
2026-04-27 08:30 - 14:30 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
This interactive workshop will assist new teachers in developing the communication skills they need to successfully interact with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators. Participants will respond to a series of vignettes aimed at exploring complex interpersonal interactions from multiple perspectives and will help teachers in their first five years of practice to problem-solve important topics that are not addressed in teacher preparation programs. 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/1EfGdGUiqblArclznHsLz1BGzPD1PoebT/view?usp=sharing
Registration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5274340
