Western Suffolk Boces

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 (America/New_York) | 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
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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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Navigating the Seismic Shifts of the NYSSLS Earth and Space Sciences Regents Exam *IN PERSON* Presented by Brian Vorwald - 8:30-2:30pm
2026-03-23 08:30 - 14:30 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
The NYSSLS-based Earth and Space Sciences Regents exam has raised the bar for students, posing challenges far beyond the former MST Physical Setting/Earth Science Regents exams. Designed around the expectations of three-dimensional learning, the ESS Regents exam requires students not only to know science content, but to think like scientists and make sense of novel scientific scenarios. In this workshop, we’ll take a clear, practical look at New York State’s assessment system and unpack how ESS Regents question clusters are structured and how they are different from classroom assessments. We’ll examine the ESS Reference Tables through real exam examples to show how students are expected to use them as sense-making tools rather than for simple look-ups. Participants will also explore a set of effective, classroom-ready strategies to strengthen students’ test-taking skills and confidence, helping them meet the rigor of the new exam. Included will be: -An activity to identify how the NYSSLS-based Earth and Space Science Regents exam assesses students differently than prior MST-based Physical Setting/Earth Science Regents exams -How student assessment is a component of curriculum and instruction -Principles of Regents question clusters and how they differ from classroom performance assessments -Differences in how the ESS Reference Tables are used in assessments compared to previous practices -How Performance Level Descriptions are aligned with performance expectations when constructing items in Regents question clusters -Identify the difference between a PE’s five PLD levels -Determine the PLD level for each of the items in a question cluster from a recent ESS regents exam -Analyze how the language of the PLD is used in constructing each item -The use of AI to assist in constructing classroom and Regents-style assessments -In small groups collaboratively construct a Regents-style question cluster ***B.Y.O.D. (Bring Your Own Device)
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Bringing the Portrait of a Graduate and High Impact Practices to Life: Socratic Seminars (6-12) *IN PERSON* presented by Jessica Gruttola - 8:30-2:30pm
2026-04-29 08:30 - 14:30 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
Audience: Instructional Coaches, Department Chairs, Teachers & Teacher Leaders Socratic seminars are named for their embodiment of Socrates’ belief in the power of asking questions, prize inquiry over information and discussion over debate. Socratic seminars acknowledge the highly social nature of learning and align with the work of John Dewey, Lev Vygotsky, Jean Piaget, and Paulo Friere. Within the context of the discussion, students listen closely to the comments of others, thinking critically for themselves, and articulate their own thoughts and their responses to the thoughts of others. They learn to work cooperatively and to question intelligently and civilly. These skills exemplify the NYSED Portrait of a graduate and the High Impact Practices. Training objectives: -Participants will explore the Socratic method and learn how to engage students in authentic conversations that sparks wonder and curiosity and increases understanding. -Participants will understand that meaningful and enduring learning begins and ends with close listening to the thoughts, ideas, and questions of students. -Participants will gain insight into building a community of learners where students feel safe and comfortable as risk-takers increasing student engagement and improving achievement. 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/1Th2gT2NbMYUR9KB_fnLLjS8mLPlRizKq/view?usp=sharing
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Mastering the MTSS Meeting: Make Every Minute Count *IN PERSON* presented by Nicole Moriarty - 8:30-2:30pm
2026-05-05 08:30 - 14:30 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
Audience: School and district leaders, MTSS coordinators, team facilitators, and support staffPerfect For: Teams who want to turn their MTSS meetings into powerful engines for student support-or are just beginning to imagine what MTSS meetings could look likeLet’s face it-if your team dreads MTSS meetings, something’s off. Or maybe you’re still transitioning from RTI and wondering: What does a real MTSS meeting look like?Whether it’s unclear agendas, too many voices without focus, or a lack of follow-through, ineffective meetings can stall even the strongest efforts. The good news? You can change that.This one-day session is designed to help your team level up your MTSS meeting practice-from scheduling and planning to facilitation and follow-up. You’ll explore concrete strategies that make meetings focused, efficient, and impactful.What You’ll Learn:-How to design meetings with purpose and a clear throughline-How to match meeting types (problem-solving, progress monitoring, etc.) to specific team goals-Tips for managing tough conversations while keeping students at the center-What preparation actually looks like-including getting the right people, data, and tools in the room-Simple strategies to stay organized and follow through with clarityWhat You’ll Take With You:-A practical meeting planning process that saves time and boosts clarity-Ready-to-use templates for agendas, roles, documentation, and next steps-Strategies for building shared norms and responsibilities across your team-Renewed confidence in leading or contributing to effective MTSS meetingsEligible 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/1E-TOVa593tYvevfQCeZZJ_ng_q9DokOP/view?usp=sharing
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Social Studies Coordinator Network Meeting **IN PERSON** facilitated by Lorraine Lupinskie - 8:30-11:30am
2026-05-06 08:30 - 11:30
These meetings are designed for coordinators, directors and administrators who have the responsibility of math supervision in their buildings or school districts. The latest information from Albany will be discussed, local vendors will do brief presentations and information will be shared. A full breakfast will be provided. This is a great opportunity to network with fellow supervisors. Consortium Membership Available For ALL Districts -participation for up to 25 district teachers to attend social studies related workshops -1 customized professional development workshop held in district -Includes all Social Studies Coordinator Meetings Please contact rallen@wsboces.org for further information.
Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_G7mOZYlBWEMQ2OV5C9nPuKR1PvrLbH3/view?usp=sharing
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Preventing the Meltdown Understanding Environmental Factors Affecting Student Behavior *IN PERSON* presented by Michelle Levy - 8:30-2:30pm
2026-05-07 08:30 - 14:30 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
A common mistake made by schools is to assume that problematic student behaviors exist primarily within in the child and underestimate the degree to which external environmental factors impact student academic and behavioral performance. The fields of education and human behavior have long recognized the complex nature of student behavior and its relationship to the child’s learning environment Understanding this relationship and the presence of these factors helps educators and clinicians become more effective in their analysis and development of strategies to respond to behaviors which negatively impact student success. By examining the environment, staff can use this knowledge to manipulate and alter the conditions which serve as triggers to the challenging behaviors thereby improving the learning environment for struggling learners and improving a positive classroom environment for all. Audience: Administrators, clinicians, support staff, teachers 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/19EBpJOtUTXMPCJOunyXpfml1TFN0gjun/view?usp=sharing
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Understanding and Implementing the Science of Reading in Middle and High School Classrooms *IN PERSON* presented by Jacqueline Darvin - 8:30-2:30pm
2026-05-07 08:30 - 14:30 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
This workshop aims to demystify the Science of Reading at the secondary level and show how teachers can successfully incorporate elements of the SoR into their content area classrooms. It will focus on NYSED Brief 6, titled “Science of Reading: The Secondary Years” and three of the “Big 6” literacy competencies. Participants will learn about NYSED’s “high impact practices in action” and what they look like in successful secondary settings. 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/1lwKxLdM6TAH6EkGsvww11X_DqUeremp-/view?usp=sharing
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The Science of Reading & Small Group Reading Instruction K-3 *IN PERSON* Presented by Lauren Kolbeck & Debbie Linscott-Feinstein-8:30-2:30pm
2026-05-13 08:30 - 14:30 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
Now that we have immersed ourselves into the research, we are ready to explore the shifts in small group reading instruction necessary to align with research based practices. On this day, you will explore a variety of ways to bring explicit assessment-based instruction to small groups. We will create small group routines to help students practice both phonemic and phonics skills and apply them to connected texts. As decodable texts are being introduced into our classrooms, we will explore ways to synthesize them with our phonemic and phonics programs. A choice of gradual-release small-group lesson plans will be shared. You will leave this day with a variety of tools to fuel your small group lessons!Audience: K-3 classroom teachers, literacy coaches, reading specialists and administratorsEligible 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/1-k7-ALEQF2qLxexuxlJkP3X_rOqubUuu/view?usp=sharing
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THE SCIENCE OF READING FOR MULTILINGUAL LEARNERS VIRTUAL 2-DAY TOOLKIT BRIEF #5: THE SCIENCE OF READING IN MULTILINGUAL K-12 CLASSROOMS - 8:30-2:30pm
2026-05-13 08:30 - 2026-05-14 14:30 | Virtual Conference
In this 2-day workshop, we will spend the first day unpacking the full article of the brief to understand the data and research presented while absorbing the classroom examples, reviewing the conclusion and recommendations, as well as the references and resources so we can work together to reflect and apply the revised instructional practices during the second day. Participants will work throughout this two day long workshop to link practical classroom resources, engage in example teaching and learning activities, and focus on planning and preparation to implement this brief with the following outcomes:
Identify the Big Six (phonological awareness, phonics, vocabulary, fluency, comprehension, oral language)
Understand different pedagogical approaches such as learning to read versus reading to learn
Learn how to create a comprehensive literacy instructional program that goes beyond the Big Six to encompass linguistic and cultural assets for multilingual learners (I.e. english language development, metalinguistic awareness, cross-linguistic connections, oracy and social justice and culturally relevant pedagogy)
Use screener data appropriately
Gather instructional strategies for the Big Six that incorporate ELL and ML considerations
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I Got This: Developing Supports and Interventions for Problematic Classroom Behavior **IN PERSON** presented by Michelle Levy - 8:30-2:30pm
2026-05-14 08:30 - 14:30 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
Promoting healthy and safe learning environments where students can receive the instruction and other supports they need to learn and achieve at high levels is one of the primary responsibilities of each school. Research has suggested that teachers and other school personnel often have received inadequate training in the understanding and management of problematic student behavior. This circumstance has often made both teachers and clinicians alike feel helpless in the development of successful responses to these behaviors. It is therefore important for educators to take advantage of the use of researched based behavioral science approaches. Figuring out the reasons behind a behavior is critical for the development of an appropriate response or intervention. By understanding that behavior is a form of student communication that is purposeful, interactive, predictable, and learned through the visual representation of a behavior chain or pathway, teachers and clinicians can become better equipped with the skills necessary to manage behavior effectively and efficiently. In this session, participants will learn how to independently develop behavior interventions through a process that determines why a student engages in behaviors that impede learning and that are related to the classroom environment. Thinking about the circumstances and factors surrounding a behavior in a systematic manner will help teachers set up and manage their classrooms in a proactive and positive way. Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
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Data Analysis and Data-Driven Instruction for Secondary Classroom Teachers *IN PERSON* presented by Jacqueline Darvin - 8:30-2:30pm
2026-05-14 08:30 - 14:30 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
This workshop will provide an introduction on how teachers can use student assessment data to continuously improve their instruction. Participants will learn how to use both formative and summative data more effectively and how to create graphic representations of data (charts & graphs) to share with other teachers, school leaders, and parents. This workshop will provide teachers with tools on how to understand and analyze student data, how to share their data analyses with other stakeholders, and how to make instructional improvements based on data analysis. Please bring a laptop to access student data and other online resources needed during this workshop.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/1zVMDUaZkepztZMFF8NgzX3ZRslMxNao8/view?usp=sharing
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Reading Comprehension Strategies for Secondary Content Area Teachers *IN PERSON* presented by Jacqueline Darvin - 8:30-2:30pm
2026-05-19 08:30 - 14:30 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
This workshop will focus specifically on reading comprehension strategies in middle and high school classrooms. All assessments in NY State are now assessments of reading comprehension, while the vast majority of general education students are reading at least one year below grade level. Secondary teachers will be shown strategies that they can use to monitor and increase their students’ reading comprehension and will practice applying them to their own 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/1sB3a7o3AUMp9PYcKu8z3Twh4oHaKGZzB/view?usp=sharing
Registration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5152118

THE SCIENCE OF READING FOR MULTILINGUAL LEARNERS VIRTUAL TOOLKIT BRIEF #6: WHAT EVERY INSTRUCTIONAL LEADER NEEDS TO KNOW: RECOMMENDATIONS FOR ADVANCING MULTILITERACY - 11:30-2:30pm
2026-06-02 11:30 - 14:30 | Virtual Conference
In this workshop, we will spend the first half of the session unpacking the full article of the brief to understand the data and research presented while absorbing the school 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 half of the session.
Participants will work throughout this half day long workshop to link practical curricular 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 the NYSED Culturally Responsive-Sustaining Education framework with a focus on a welcoming and affirming environment
Incorporate ongoing reflective practices to examine how ELLs are able to communicate and learn with specific teaching methods/materials
Support a context for additive language and concepts Practice use and create opportunities for inclusive language growth
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Registration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5285103
