BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Western Suffolk Boces - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
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:20250309T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20251102T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20260308T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20261101T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20270314T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20271107T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20280312T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20281105T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T143000
DTSTAMP:20260605T154349
CREATED:20260519T192137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T192137Z
UID:26052-1792485000-1792506600@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:Function Based Thinking *IN PERSON* facilitated by Michelle Levy - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Function-based thinking (FBT) is a proactive\, systematic approach for teachers to understand why a student misbehaves-typically to get or avoid something-and to select interventions that match that function\, rather than just reacting to the behavior’s appearance. It empowers educators to address minor\, persistent behaviors before they require complex\, intensive assessments such as FBA/BIP\, focusing on changing the environment to teach better social-emotional skills. Participants will be able to describe challenging behaviors\, understand the behavior pathway and use it to determine the function of behaviors\, and understand and engage with the function-based thinking process to prevent or extinguish unwanted behaviors. They will be able to 1) Operationally define challenging behaviors 2) Understand the behavior pathway and use it to determine the function of behaviors 3) Understand and engage with the FBT process to prevent\, redirect\, reduce and/or extinguish challenging behaviors. Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 Consortium seat. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Hq8rSoomsa6HGxAjQoi0oDvhjLOQXhwh/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5397632
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/function-based-thinking-in-person-facilitated-by-michelle-levy-830-230pm/
LOCATION:JEA Alternative School\, 31 Lee Ave\, Wheatley Heights\, NY\, 11798-1837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T143000
DTSTAMP:20260605T154349
CREATED:20260514T184306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T184306Z
UID:26013-1792571400-1792593000@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:Elevating Middle-Grade Writers: Conquering the NYS ELA Writing Demands for Grades 5-8 *IN PERSON* facilitated by Deborah Linscott-Feinstein - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Audience: administrators\, literacy coaches\, reading teachers\, grades 5-8 ENL\, general and special education teachers whose students are reading approximately on these levels. As students transition into the middle grades\, the writing demands of the NYS ELA exam require a tremendous amount of executive function\, organization\, and reading stamina. Join us for an intensive seminar designed to help Grades 5-8 educators navigate the complex expectations of both the 2-credit short responses and the rigorous 4-credit extended-response essays. This workshop will provide a deep dive into the 4-credit constructed-response rubric\, highlighting the distinct essay expectations for grades 6-8\, which include the need for stylistically sophisticated language\, varied transitions\, and precise control of academic conventions. -Close reading of test passages will be modeled\, and a variety of bookmarks for helping students scaffold texts in a style that is brain-friendly to them will be shared. -The short-response format will be highlighted using the Writing Revolution paragraph structure and the ‘Prove It’ argumentative structure to reinforce short-response mastery. Even at advanced grades\, students must efficiently provide a clear inference and two pieces of text-based evidence without losing focus or rambling -We will focus heavily on writing from sources\, specifically how to teach students to analyze and synthesize information to answer prompts across two paired texts. Appropriate transitions to set up quotes\, introduce texts\, begin paragraphs and provide additional evidence will be investigated. -You will learn how to coach students to critically read complex prompts\, mark key details\, and mentally rehearse their plans before they even begin drafting their essays.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FIrVVVYP8Ii0AohxhJrWBIJyZcicTrGp/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5393754
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/elevating-middle-grade-writers-conquering-the-nys-ela-writing-demands-for-grades-5-8-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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T143000
DTSTAMP:20260605T154349
CREATED:20260529T133527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T133527Z
UID:26120-1792571400-1792593000@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:SELF-SELECTED READING IN A SCIENCE OF READING CLASSROOM VIRTUAL Workshop facilitated by Dana Brown - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Students need real reasons to read\, and reading more improves reading. We will learn more about “Read-All-the-Words” texts versus “Read-in-Other-Ways” texts and how to divide Self-Selected Reading time to provide opportunities for students to read in these different ways. Participants will learn how to use small group instruction during Self-Selected Reading time to teach readers how to use partner reading and audio books to read challenging texts (“Read-in-Other Ways” texts). Participants will also create collections of content-specific texts for their classroom libraries that extend social studies and science topics. Key takeaways: -How to reorganize the classroom library to display text sets; -Create an anchor chart for Self-Selected Reading that includes Reread Read Aloud; -Reread Small Group Book; -Reread Decodable Readers; -Read with a Partner; -Read from the Classroom Library; -Develop personalized text sets with students based on favorite authors\, topics\, etc. to support reading challenging text. 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/1AtvehEcx-rlK7J-n-Yk2zMjzpHcXRg2U/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5404318
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/self-selected-reading-in-a-science-of-reading-classroom-virtual-workshop-facilitated-by-dana-brown-830-230pm/
LOCATION:Virtual Conference
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T143000
DTSTAMP:20260605T154349
CREATED:20260515T173648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T173648Z
UID:26025-1792657800-1792679400@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:Stepping Back So Students Can Step Up: Designing Student-Centered Discovery-Driven STEM Lessons *IN PERSON* facilitated by Philip Dituri\, Ph.D.-8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:What if your students were doing more of the thinking than you are? In this hands-on workshop\, we’ll explore how to redesign your STEM classroom so that students are active participants in their own learning\, not passive recipients of yours. Discovery-based\, student-centered instruction is about doing the work before students walk through the door so the magic can happen once they do. The payoff: when students have the structures and agency to drive their own learning\, you’re not adding to your workload – you’re reducing it. Less reteaching. More engagement. Less carrying the cognitive load for the entire room. We’ll dig into how your warm-up and exit ticket can become engines for student discovery\, why letting students wrestle with content before mastering it is a feature rather than a flaw\, and how thin slicing and scaffolding let you guide students forward without giving the learning away. In this workshop\, you will: -Explore classroom structures that support discovery-based learning -Learn how to use warm-ups and exit tickets to promote student inquiry -Develop your approach to scaffolding and thin slicing -Walk away with an enhanced or reimagined lesson of your own Come prepared: Bring a lesson or topic you want to make more student-centered. You’ll leave with something better than you arrived with. BYOD-Bring your own device. 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/10LhgDi8uLAdgLz5id3dao86-aUka43Jj/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5394786
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/stepping-back-so-students-can-step-up-designing-student-centered-discovery-driven-stem-lessons-in-person-facilitated-by-philip-dituri-ph-d-830-230pm/
LOCATION:JEA Alternative School\, 31 Lee Ave\, Wheatley Heights\, NY\, 11798-1837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261026T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261026T113000
DTSTAMP:20260605T154349
CREATED:20260529T134524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T134524Z
UID:26122-1793003400-1793014200@www.wsboces.org
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/1uelsCmiKCvpBeX0imTQJSOODdvpRpAbS/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5404340
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/writing-with-linguistically-diverse-learners-virtual-three-hour-session-facilitated-by-dana-brown-830-1130am/
LOCATION:Virtual Conference
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T143000
DTSTAMP:20260605T154349
CREATED:20260514T180107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T180107Z
UID:26009-1793176200-1793197800@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:Mastering the NYS ELA Writing Demands: Strategies for Grades 3-5 *IN PERSON* facilitated by Deborah Linscott-Feinstein - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Audience: administrators\, literacy coaches\, reading teachers\, grades 3-5 ENL\, general and special education teachers whose students are reading approximately on these levels. Equip your 3rd\, 4th\, and 5th-grade students with the tools they need to confidently tackle the writing portions of the NYS ELA assessment! This dynamic seminar is specifically tailored to the foundational writing tasks young learners face\, focusing on how to successfully navigate both 2-credit short responses and the 4-credit extended responses introduced in grades 4 and 5. The Writing Revolution paragraph scaffolding will be utilized\, and several models for compare and contrast essays will be presented. -Participants will explore highly effective\, brain-friendly strategies to simplify test writing. We will unpack exactly what the 2-credit constructed-response rubric demands: a valid inference-like making a claim from their head-supported by two concrete details directly from the text. You will learn how to teach students the “get in\, and get out!” method: writing short and sweet complete sentences without wasting time restating the question\, using transitions\, or over-explaining evidence. -We will also share proven formulas for tackling tricky “how” and “why” questions\, training students to purposefully use words like “by” and “because” to frame their thoughts\, and sort details and inferences within a game format. -Furthermore\, for upper elementary teachers\, we will delve into the expectations of 4-credit extended-response questions\, showing you how to guide students in communicating a clear\, coherent analysis of the texts. Graphic organizers for the compare and contrast essay will be explored. -Simultaneously\, third grade teachers will work on continued grade-appropriate practice activities with short response questions in a small group. Third grade teachers will also work on synthesizing how to elaborate on kernel sentences into short response format.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZuxF8K5Vnb0OqgNxiZIRLcP3C3kOtr36/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5393617
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/mastering-the-nys-ela-writing-demands-strategies-for-grades-3-5-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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270304T103000
DTSTAMP:20260605T154349
CREATED:20260520T135651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T135651Z
UID:26058-1793264400-1804156200@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:Responding to Challenging Student Behaviors: A Learning Community Four 1-1/2 hour VIRTUAL sessions facilitated by Michelle Levy - 9-10:30am
DESCRIPTION:Audience: teachers\, administrators\, support staff and clinicians Through collaborative discussion\, this four-session series explores underlying factors of student behavior\, applies function-based thinking to develop effective interventions\, and examines instructional strategies that support diverse learners. Each session builds on the last\, allowing for reflection\, adjustment based on district needs\, and practical application in classrooms. Session 1: Thursday\, October 29\, 2026 Understanding Factors influencing Challenging Student Behavior. Discussion will focus on developing awareness of environmental external factors as well as internal child factors that serve as triggers for challenging behavior Session 2: Tuesday\, December 1\, 2026 Function Based Thinking: Discussion will focus on the use of a systematic approach known as the Behavior Chain to analyze the triggers and the purposes behind the use of challenging behavior and subsequently develop responses and interventions. This approach will empower classroom staff to begin the process of developing interventions on their own in a timely manner while helping clinicians develop effective and compliant FBA/BIP documents Session 3: Wednesday\, January 27\, 2027 Adapting Instruction to Address Behavior: Discussion will focus on the relationship between instructional practices as a trigger for problematic student behavior. Instructional strategies will be shared to make learning more accessible for struggling students. Session 4: Thursday\, March 4\, 2027 Reflection: Discussion will focus on knowledge gained during previous sessions and classroom implementation successes and challenges. Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 Consortium seat. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Yyu-VhGL3qcOHmfGzxsv0ejt4Ll6caF_/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5398080
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/responding-to-challenging-student-behaviors-a-learning-community-four-1-1-2-hour-virtual-sessions-facilitated-by-michelle-levy-9-1030am/
LOCATION:Virtual Conference
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T113000
DTSTAMP:20260605T154349
CREATED:20260603T234909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T234909Z
UID:26245-1793867400-1793878200@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:Demystifying Dyslexia: An Essential Guide for Educators 3-Hour VIRTUAL Workshop Facilitated by Consulting that Makes a Difference - 8;30-11:30am
DESCRIPTION:Dyslexia is one of the most common learning differences in today’s classrooms\, yet it is also one of the most widely misunderstood. This interactive\, practical workshop will provide educators with a deep understanding of what dyslexia is and is not. We will share common myths around dyslexia and provide information to debunk these misconceptions. Participants will gain a greater understanding of how dyslexia affects the brain and learn common characteristics associated with dyslexia. We will also share strategies for supporting students with dyslexia in the classroom. This comprehensive\, evidence-based workshop is designed to build knowledge\, confidence\, and instructional capacity for any educator working with students who struggle with reading and language processing. Whether you are a general education teacher\, a special educator\, a reading specialist\, or a school leader\, this session will give you the foundational understanding and practical tools you need to better support students with dyslexia in your classroom. 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/1jGwIiIhd1mGL-Mtok0X4nUCK19o8zxvi/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration; https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5409255
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/demystifying-dyslexia-an-essential-guide-for-educators-3-hour-virtual-workshop-facilitated-by-consulting-that-makes-a-difference-830-1130am/
LOCATION:Virtual Conference
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T113000
DTSTAMP:20260605T154349
CREATED:20260601T180507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T180507Z
UID:26176-1794213000-1794223800@www.wsboces.org
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/1j7D_nuXgh2PMNIm_KrNUSgiX5xOce9PH/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5406190
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/
LOCATION:Virtual Conference
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T113000
DTSTAMP:20260605T154349
CREATED:20260603T233451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T233451Z
UID:26243-1794558600-1794569400@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:h Goals\, Data and Progress Monitoring: Practical Strategies and Tools that Work 3-Hour *IN PERSON* Workshop Facilitated by Consulting that Makes a Difference-8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:This workshop focuses on demystifying and streamlining the interconnected processes of IEP goal writing\, data collection\, and progress monitoring. Creating meaningful IEP goals\, collecting relevant data\, and effectively monitoring student progress are among the most critical-and often most overwhelming-responsibilities of special education professionals. These tasks are foundational to providing individualized\, legally sound\, and instructionally effective services for students with disabilities. This supportive workshop helps educators transform what can feel like burdensome paperwork into purposeful practice that drives student success. Whether you’re a new special educator\, a general education teacher involved in the IEP process\, or a seasoned professional seeking greater clarity and efficiency\, this session will equip you with tools\, strategies\, and confidence to tackle your responsibilities with greater ease and effectiveness. 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/1NeKM6L5LTSKitDRy88laPTqFVwWS06t7/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5409254
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/h-goals-data-and-progress-monitoring-practical-strategies-and-tools-that-work-3-hour-in-person-workshop-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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261116T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261116T113000
DTSTAMP:20260605T154349
CREATED:20260519T190757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T190757Z
UID:26050-1794817800-1794828600@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:Specially Designed Instruction *IN PERSON* facilitated by Michelle Levy - 8:30-11:30am
DESCRIPTION:Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) is the core of special education\, defined under IDEA as adapting content\, methodology\, or delivery to address a student’s unique\, disability-related needs. It ensures access to the general curriculum and progress toward IEP goals\, focusing on specialized\, evidence-based strategies tailored to individual learning requirements. Participants will be able to 1) develop introductory knowledge of specially designed instruction (SDI); 2) Identify ethical & legal reasons for the use of SDI; 3) Be able to define SDI & its purpose 4) Understand the relationships between SDI & other instructional strategies 5) Be able to describe SDI & its core elements 6) Differentiate between accommodations & modifications 7) Practice selecting appropriate SDI based upon student needs & characteristics 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.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cY5V9VkRFyqa7AMlv7YYPdxOxNVQ8EAs/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5397588
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/specially-designed-instruction-in-person-facilitated-by-michelle-levy-830-1130am/
LOCATION:JEA Alternative School\, 31 Lee Ave\, Wheatley Heights\, NY\, 11798-1837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T113000
DTSTAMP:20260605T154349
CREATED:20260529T135634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T135634Z
UID:26124-1794904200-1794915000@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/1z55YqHCrcMWY-S8JmiDYSvIrlt959oPM/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5404356
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/writing-with-students-with-disabilities-virtual-three-hour-session-facilitated-by-dana-brown-830-1130am/
LOCATION:Virtual Conference
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T113000
DTSTAMP:20260605T154349
CREATED:20260603T192151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T192151Z
UID:26220-1794904200-1794915000@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:The Art of Co-Teaching (Level 1) Building the Blueprint Together with Purpose and Clarity 3-Hour *IN PERSON* Workshop Facilitated by Consulting that Makes a Difference-8:30-11:30am
DESCRIPTION:This engaging\, interactive\, and practical workshop is designed specifically for educators who are new to co-teaching or are preparing to begin their journey as co-teaching partners. Whether you are a general education teacher\, a special education teacher\, or a support specialist entering a co-taught classroom for the first time\, this workshop provides the essential foundation to ensure a strong\, collaborative\, and effective partnership. Co-teaching has become a widely used instructional model in schools that strive to provide inclusive learning environments where all students\, including those with diverse learning needs\, can thrive. However\, effective co-teaching requires far more than placing two educators in the same room. It demands thoughtful planning\, consistent communication\, and a clear understanding of roles\, responsibilities\, and instructional strategies. This Level 1 training is designed to equip co-teachers with the tools\, techniques\, and shared language they need to establish a successful working relationship from the start. 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/1jB7SHNR2DJ3u8kFc2wx5eaPzxH9VUQ0n/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5409061
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/the-art-of-co-teaching-level-1-building-the-blueprint-together-with-purpose-and-clarity-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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T143000
DTSTAMP:20260605T154349
CREATED:20260513T194736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T194736Z
UID:25982-1794904200-1794925800@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:Small Groups\, Big Growth: Science‑Aligned Instruction for K-2 Readers *IN PERSON* facilitated by Lauren Kolbeck Szulc and Deborah Linscott-Feinstein - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Audience: K-2 Classroom teachers\, reading teachers\, literacy coaches\, ELL teachers and administrators Early readers deserve instruction that is clear\, intentional\, and rooted in what we know works. This high‑impact session brings the Science of Reading to life for K-2 classrooms\, spotlighting the small‑group practices that build strong\, confident beginning readers. You’ll explore explicit\, assessment‑driven routines that strengthen phonemic awareness\, phonics knowledge\, and early application in connected text-right where young learners need it most. We’ll dig into practical ways to integrate decodable texts with your phonemic awareness and phonics programs so instruction feels seamless\, supportive\, and aligned with research. You’ll also receive a set of gradual‑release small‑group lesson plans designed specifically for early readers. You’ll walk away with: -Research‑aligned small‑group structures tailored to K-2 -Routines that build foundational skills with clarity and purpose -Strategies for using decodables to reinforce transfer into reading -Ready‑to‑use tools that make small‑group time powerful and productive You’ll leave energized\, equipped\, and ready to elevate your K-2 small‑group instruction with the Science of Reading at the center. 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/1WtmT0-8yKrFl9X7kpQ_h_iUi6uGUbWFv/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration; https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5392794
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/small-groups-big-growth-science-aligned-instruction-for-k-2-readers-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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T143000
DTSTAMP:20260605T154349
CREATED:20260602T232808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T232808Z
UID:26205-1794904200-1794925800@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:Vocabulary in the Content Areas (6-12) *IN PERSON* facilitated by Mike Ochs - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Content-area learning depends on vocabulary and knowledge. This workshop focuses on practical routines for teaching academic and domain-specific vocabulary in science\, social studies\, and beyond. Teachers learn how to select\, teach\, and revisit words so they support comprehension and writing across subjects. 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/1RQAaG2RTL7mfBoG_jAjcbrS_iSRty8tR/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5407907
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/vocabulary-in-the-content-areas-6-12-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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T113000
DTSTAMP:20260605T154349
CREATED:20260601T184230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T184230Z
UID:26181-1794990600-1795001400@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/1dsvcjBNO-dB09hlKZ6ZcGg_JRqyi3fRk/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5406313
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/
LOCATION:Virtual Conference
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T143000
DTSTAMP:20260605T154349
CREATED:20260529T140737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T140737Z
UID:26126-1794990600-1795012200@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:THE SCIENCE OF READING FOR MULTILINGUAL LEARNERS TOOLKIT BRIEF #2 Teaching Reading in Multilingual Classrooms: Moving Beyond A Deficit Perspective 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: -How to build upon early exposure to language\, songs and stories in the home -Understand the concept of dynamic assessments and how to use family input to better understand a student’s true capabilities -Build family partnerships by gathering insights about language use\, literacy practices and daily life to affirm student identities and experiences -Use home languages to promote equity engagement and academic achievement for all 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/1BJ_AfrqDJkt6euV4v5UDTyblzuAA9NVu/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5404382
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/the-science-of-reading-for-multilingual-learners-toolkit-brief-2-teaching-reading-in-multilingual-classrooms-moving-beyond-a-deficit-perspective-virtual-workshop-facilitated-by-dana-brown-830-23/
LOCATION:Virtual Conference
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T180000
DTSTAMP:20260605T154349
CREATED:20260601T204553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T204553Z
UID:26192-1795019400-1795024800@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:The 7 Attitudes of Mindfulness VIRTUAL 1-1/2 hour Workshop facilitated by The Zen Den's Michelle Anglisano and Kristen McDermott-4:30-6pm
DESCRIPTION:A meditation inspired by Jon Kabat Zinn. This can be adapted to a 7 week program. Join us for a guided meditation workshop designed to explore the essence of mindfulness through reflection and practice. Together\, we’ll answer questions such as: -What is mindfulness? -How can I bring it into my daily life? -Why is being mindful important Through meditation and thoughtful discussion\, participants will explore the 7 attitudes of mindfulness-practical principles that help cultivate awareness\, compassion\, and presence. You’ll leave with tools to incorporate mindfulness into everyday moments\, creating a calmer\, more balanced\, and intentional way of living. Eligible for 1-1/2 hours CTLE credit. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GQBjEJ1rgCtZKyibQ_jqd-N5Vb5VBJdJ/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5406534
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/the-7-attitudes-of-mindfulness-virtual-1-1-2-hour-workshop-facilitated-by-the-zen-dens-michelle-anglisano-and-kristen-mcdermott-430-6pm/
LOCATION:Virtual Conference
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T143000
DTSTAMP:20260605T154349
CREATED:20260604T003625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T003625Z
UID:26251-1795077000-1795098600@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:Effective CSE/CPSE Chairperson Leadership: Navigating Legal and Regulatory Compliance *IN PERSON* Facilitated by Consulting that Makes a Difference-8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:In today’s evolving educational landscape\, the role of the Committee on Special Education (CSE) and Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) Chairperson is more vital-and more complex-than ever before. Chairpersons are responsible for ensuring that students with disabilities receive a free appropriate public education (FAPE) in the least restrictive environment (LRE)\, while also maintaining compliance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)\, and other applicable federal and state guidelines. This workshop is a comprehensive\, in-depth workshop designed to equip current and aspiring chairpersons with the tools\, strategies\, and legal knowledge necessary to lead effectively. Through interactive discussions\, practical case studies\, and collaborative learning\, participants will gain the confidence and expertise to make informed\, student-centered decisions while upholding the highest standards of regulatory compliance. Whether you are newly appointed\, experienced but looking to sharpen your skills\, or are part of a leadership team seeking consistent districtwide practices\, this workshop will support your professional growth. 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/1hOKCRSofxCChN4A5mxI0ghEvpPgPgyRV/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5409260
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/effective-cse-cpse-chairperson-leadership-navigating-legal-and-regulatory-compliance-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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T143000
DTSTAMP:20260605T154349
CREATED:20260605T150557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T150557Z
UID:26268-1795077000-1795098600@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:T. E.A.M: Teaching Educators Adaptive Methodologies: A Hybrid Approach to Instructional K-12 Design *IN PERSON* facilitated by Dr. Melissa Jacobs - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:A world where every individual teacher sees themselves as a Community Architect. A world where teachers find ways to work together to create a village of learning. Building a village is a necessary part of being an educator in a world often siloed and polarized. Instead of creating greater spaces for adaptation we often find ourselves blocked by various impediments that work against mentorship and innovation. This course is designed to break through those obstacles in a clear way\, help find support and infrastructure through your own collaboration capsule and build community within the spaces where you sometimes find yourself more isolated. This is one of the adaptive methodologies the course is designed to heighten. In this course educators will create one of the first adaptive methodologies that work to break down silos. Collaboration capsules in the K-12 space are designed to support innovation and experimentation which can cross pollinate between grade levels and subject areas. This is a designed space specifically where reciprocal relationships can live\, and lessons can offer greater support for experimentation between colleagues\, within different buildings in districts and to other schools. 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/1FmjnCcNjz_CbsQI1ODj33f6uekA-5IFd/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5410805
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/t-e-a-m-teaching-educators-adaptive-methodologies-a-hybrid-approach-to-instructional-k-12-design-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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261120T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261120T143000
DTSTAMP:20260605T154349
CREATED:20260514T161349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T161349Z
UID:26002-1795163400-1795185000@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:Tuck Test Prep into Your Best Literacy Practices Across the School Year *IN PERSON* facilitated by Deborah Linscott-Feinstein - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Audience: administrators\, literacy coaches\, reading teachers\, grades 3-8 ENL\, general and special education teachers Are you looking to seamlessly integrate test preparation into your daily curriculum without sacrificing authentic literacy instruction? Join us for a hands-on workshop designed to help Grades 3-8 educators maximize the performance of their students in reading and on the NYS ELA exams. This seminar will provide you with for organizing and implementing ELA test preparation seamlessly into your narrative\, argument\, and informational reading and writing units. We will move beyond rote practice across the year\, instead treating the state test as a “transfer genre” so you can reteach transferable strategies already embedded within your reading and writing programs. Join us for a hands-on day tailoring vocabulary study\, close reading\, multi-media activities and writing strategies designed to meet the NYS ELA expectations later in the school year. Tap the profuse resources yielded from brain-friendly strategies such as: -embedding academic language and analytical question stems across the year that help maximize the performance of your students on the NYS ELA. -incorporating multisensory activities to help your strugglers synthesize nonfiction text features with informational text passages that resemble test passages but match your existing units. -teaching from academic word lists taken from the NYS ELA. -using instructional charts that work well across a variety of units to bolster the academic language of the ELA. -scaffolding metacognitive strategies for tackling short texts. -teaching paragraph and essay structures that foster good writing while accessing the writing structures of the NYS ELA.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pYv8iMs0nhmo_TNdZ3lllC3oDs0Zto0E/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5393407
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/tuck-test-prep-into-your-best-literacy-practices-across-the-school-year-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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261201T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261201T113000
DTSTAMP:20260605T154349
CREATED:20260603T193537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T193537Z
UID:26222-1796113800-1796124600@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:The Art of Co-Teaching (Level 2) Deepening the Co-Teaching Partnership and Practice 3-Hour *IN PERSON* Workshop Facilitated by Consulting that Makes a Difference-8:30-11:30am
DESCRIPTION:This is a dynamic\, hands-on workshop specifically designed for co-teaching teams who have worked together for at least two years and are ready to advance their skills\, deepen their collaboration\, and refine their instructional practices. This workshop builds on the foundational knowledge and experience gained in Level 1\, offering co-teachers a chance to reflect\, recalibrate\, and reignite their partnership through focused exploration\, meaningful dialogue\, and intentional planning. As co-teaching becomes more established in classrooms\, educators often find themselves seeking more advanced tools and structures to meet the evolving needs of their students\, refine their use of the six co-teaching models\, and strengthen their interpersonal dynamics. Level 2 is designed to meet these needs\, offering experienced co-teachers the space to move beyond basic implementation and toward true instructional synergy. 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/120NMauneyLLaA79Xz95AkCUzwJDyX2tu/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5409109
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/the-art-of-co-teaching-level-2-deepening-the-co-teaching-partnership-and-practice-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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261201T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261201T143000
DTSTAMP:20260605T154349
CREATED:20260513T201135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T201135Z
UID:25986-1796113800-1796135400@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:Beyond the Plateau: Science-Based Fluency Strategies for the Classroom *IN PERSON* facilitated by Lauren Kolbeck Szulc - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Audience: Classroom teachers grades 1-6\, reading teachers\, literacy coaches\, ELL teachers and administrators Are your students “stuck in the middle of the bridge”-able to decode but lacking the automaticity needed to truly comprehend and enjoy what they read? This full-day\, interactive workshop equips educators with a comprehensive Science of Reading-aligned toolbox designed specifically for the needs of developing readers. We’ll redefine fluency as the integration of accuracy\, appropriate rate\, and prosody-the essential gateway to deep comprehension. Participants will: -Implement the “Read Like Us” protocol -Apply scaffolding techniques in small group instruction to provide all students access to complex\, grade-level text. -Design and curate text sets that promote wide reading and develop academic vocabulary. -Use ORF and WCPM data to make informed instructional decisions\, targeting appropriate fluency benchmarks rather than speed alone. The afternoon session focuses on maximizing the impact of small group instruction. Participants will practice delivering immediate\, targeted feedback and using strategies such as listening passage previews to support students with challenging texts. By shifting from finding the “perfect level” to designing the right scaffold\, educators can ensure every student reaches the doorway to 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/1BEC1LchIJyeIyXJ7je9eiy6VDD_pqLWo/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5392830
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/beyond-the-plateau-science-based-fluency-strategies-for-the-classroom-in-person-facilitated-by-lauren-kolbeck-szulc-830-230pm/
LOCATION:JEA Alternative School\, 31 Lee Ave\, Wheatley Heights\, NY\, 11798-1837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261202T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261202T143000
DTSTAMP:20260605T154349
CREATED:20260602T230156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T230156Z
UID:26201-1796200200-1796221800@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:AI in the Classroom: Practical Use for Teaching and Learning (6-12) *IN PERSON* facilitated by Mike Ochs - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:A practical introduction to using AI tools to support teaching\, planning\, and student learning in secondary classrooms. Teachers explore clear\, responsible ways to use AI to generate materials\, model thinking\, and support writing and analysis-while maintaining strong instructional judgment and student ownership. 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/14fWhHDHQomo2ss8QkBJXBwSOJchExNKT/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5407905
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/ai-in-the-classroom-practical-use-for-teaching-and-learning-6-12-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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261203T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261203T113000
DTSTAMP:20260605T154349
CREATED:20260601T174227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T174227Z
UID:26174-1796286600-1796297400@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:Student Resilience in Schools: Dr. Michael Ungar's 9 Factors that Schools can Effectively Influence VIRTUAL 3-hour Workshop facilitated by Joan Fretz - 8:30-11:30am
DESCRIPTION: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. Come explore the 9 factors schools can successfully influence\, based on the world-wide research 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 positively influence academic and developmental outcomes. Extensive free resources will be provided. 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/1hbSC3znm7kuzbn2R9HhgSgKlSNX6UnoX/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5406140
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/student-resilience-in-schools-dr-michael-ungars-9-factors-that-schools-can-effectively-influence-virtual-3-hour-workshop-facilitated-by-joan-fretz-830-1130am/
LOCATION:Virtual Conference
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261208T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261208T143000
DTSTAMP:20260605T154349
CREATED:20260519T193613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T193613Z
UID:26054-1796718600-1796740200@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:Alternatives to Suspension *IN PERSON* facilitated by Michelle Levy - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:This course is intended to help administrators and staff understand that exclusionary practices have significant short and long-tern negative effects on students’ academic\, social-emotional\, and mental health wellness. There are alternative approaches to discipline that lead to improved student outcomes. Effective alternatives to suspension focuses on restorative practices\, behavioral interventions\, and social-emotional learning\, keeping students in school while addressing the root causes of behavior. Participants will: 1) Understand the purpose (why\, when and how) of using alternatives to suspension 2) Gain knowledge of the recent research on school suspensions 3) Learn how a systemic change to the approach to discipline and problem behavior can affect school climate and learning 4) Learn practical\, replicable ideas to use as effective and proactive alternatives to suspension. Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 Consortium seat. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Xmp9yMqIpQd-dluMZdyvc72RuDQ-seB1/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5397684
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/alternatives-to-suspension-in-person-facilitated-by-michelle-levy-830-230pm/
LOCATION:JEA Alternative School\, 31 Lee Ave\, Wheatley Heights\, NY\, 11798-1837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261208T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261208T143000
DTSTAMP:20260605T154349
CREATED:20260529T142617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T142617Z
UID:26128-1796718600-1796740200@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:USING DECODABLE BOOKS FOR SMALL GROUP INSTRUCTION VIRTUAL Workshop facilitated by Dana Brown - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Our ultimate goal is to create confident\, independent readers. To do this we will connect what we know about using leveled text with a phonics-lens. We will use our decodable readers to connect phonics and vocabulary within a small group instructional model\, and see how these instructional materials can help us to do deeper comprehension work. Key takeaways: Procedure for using decodable readers in Paired Reading for school and home practice. Use sentence structure activities to develop oral language skills for the purpose of being able to read challenging texts. 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/12fcVKirqHMi0a5izKpInsjiqlmIekWzj/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5404408
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/using-decodable-books-for-small-group-instruction-virtual-workshop-facilitated-by-dana-brown-830-230pm/
LOCATION:Virtual Conference
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261209T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261209T113000
DTSTAMP:20260605T154349
CREATED:20260603T211958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T211958Z
UID:26231-1796805000-1796815800@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:Dive Into Differentiation: Foundations for Reaching Every Learner 3-Hour *IN PERSON* Workshop Facilitated by Consulting that Makes a Difference - 8:30-11:30am
DESCRIPTION:Whether educators are new to differentiation or are seeking to refine their skills\, this interactive workshop will leave attendees with strategies that they can readily incorporate into their classrooms the very next day! Participants will learn tools to meet the needs\, capacities\, and skills of diverse learners in the classroom. Attendees will learn what differentiated instruction is and is not\, explore strategies to differentiate the four quadrants of differentiation\, and plan lessons that incorporate the strategies and information presented. The workshop will emphasize the importance of ongoing reflection and adaptation to meet the needs of all students\, from those who require extra support to those who are ready for enrichment. 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/1vNdTtyrdrfb4432MNuSoEY_z-JjOVQqB/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5409229
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/dive-into-differentiation-foundations-for-reaching-every-learner-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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261209T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261209T143000
DTSTAMP:20260605T154349
CREATED:20260513T203906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T205910Z
UID:25988-1796805000-1796826600@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:Integrating Literacy Across Your Entire School Day *IN PERSON* facilitated by Lauren Kolbeck Szulc and Deborah Linscott-Feinstein - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Audience: Classroom teachers grades K-6\, reading teachers\, literacy coaches\, ELL teachers and administrators What if literacy instruction didn’t compete with Science\, Social Studies\, and Math-but made learning in every subject stronger? This engaging\, practical workshop is designed for K-6 educators who want to help students read\, think\, and write with purpose across the school day. Literacy doesn’t stop at the ELA block-it’s the foundation that allows students to access complex texts\, build knowledge\, and communicate their thinking in every content area. Participants will leave with classroom-ready strategies that support the shift from learning to read to reading to learn. Together\, we’ll explore research-aligned practices that help students deepen comprehension\, expand vocabulary\, and make meaning from rich informational texts-without adding more to your plate. What You’ll Learn and Experience: Strengthening Language Comprehension Across Subjects Building Knowledge with Purposeful Text Sets Making Close Reading Meaningful Teaching Writing as a Thinking Tool This workshop blends research\, real classroom examples\, and hands-on practice-so you leave ready to implement immediately. If you’re looking to strengthen comprehension and writing without sacrificing content\, this session is for you. 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/1jehuNpVUbnEshnaDK1yfu_0FYBvRMjuu/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5392869
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/content-area-literacy-integrating-literacy-across-your-entire-school-day-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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261209T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261209T143000
DTSTAMP:20260605T154349
CREATED:20260529T143440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T143440Z
UID:26130-1796805000-1796826600@www.wsboces.org
SUMMARY:Playful Assessments: How Do We Capture the Gift of Learning? VIRTUAL Workshop facilitated by Dana Brown - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop\, we will come together to explore the landscape of play-based teaching and how it can lead to the concept of playful assessments. Participants will investigate\, plan and collaborate around moments to capture in a young learner’s journey\, pedagogical documentation\, honoring young student voices in documentation\, sharing a child’s story productively\, self-documentation\, conferencing\, and sharing and celebrating learning. 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/1ZIzXa0Rz-k9wDHYfIlwF_KTUDe6qguQ5/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5404420
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/playful-assessments-how-do-we-capture-the-gift-of-learning-virtual-workshop-facilitated-by-dana-brown-830-230pm-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Conference
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR