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 […]

Unlock the power of STEM and Digital Fluency education in your classroom with this hands-on workshop for educators. Dive into the fascinating world of mechanisms through engaging experiences with mechanism kits and explore the Engineering Design Process from concept to creation. You'll gain practical skills in 3D printing and work with free CAD programs, all […]

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

The "Developing Data Teams" workshop focuses on equipping educators with the knowledge and skills needed to establish and sustain effective data teams within educational settings. Participants will explore the essential components of data teams, including -team structures, -data analysis techniques, -collaborative decision-making processes, and -action planning strategies. Through hands-on activities and case studies, educators will […]

This workshop supports educators in planning and delivering effective small group literacy instruction tailored to student needs. Participants will explore how to group students strategically using assessment data, select appropriate texts and instructional targets, and differentiate instruction for a range of learners. The session focuses on high-impact practices such as guided reading, structured decoding routines, […]

Join Kari Yates for a day of inspiration and practical learning rooted in the science of reading. Designed for K-2 educators, this session unpacks the six critical shifts from Shifting the Balance: 6 Ways to Bring the Science of Reading Into the Elementary Classroom (co-authored with Dr. Jan Burkins) and offers clear, classroom-ready routines to […]

Audience: Grades 5-12, ELA and all content areasThe research is in, improving reading improves writing, and improving writing improves reading. Based on the work of Dr. Nonie K. Lesaux's Literacy Briefs on The Science of Reading, Tim Shanahan's research, and Steve Graham's and Michael Hebert's Report from the Carnegie Foundation, this workshop will emphasize the […]

Audience: 6-12, Teachers, Instructional CoachesThis interactive workshop introduces participants to the "Hochman Method" explored in the popular text "The Writing Revolution”. Participants will have opportunities for reflection on current classroom practices and how the Hochman Method may be used to increase student writing and critical thinking skills in all content areas. The Hochman Method strategy […]

Jon Kabat-Zinn's 7 Attitudes of Mindfulness bring peace and balance into life. Through a relaxing and informative workshop, Kristen and Michelle has transformed this philosophy to incorporate the classroom environment. Participants will be shown how to use each "Attitude" in their classroom and in their personal lives. Participants will understand the importance of each attitude, […]

This workshop is designed to support chemistry teachers in understanding and applying the New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS) to develop coherent, engaging, and standards-aligned chemistry curricula.The primary goals of the workshop are to:-Help educators unpack the NYSSLS, focusing on their structure and intent-Equip teachers with tools to identify key disciplinary core ideas (DCIs), […]