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In this workshop, we will come together to explore what the science of reading research says about reading comprehension and content knowledge in early childhood. Participants will investigate, plan and collaborate around text sets, concept maps, shared experiences, explicit and incidental vocabulary word instruction, visual inferences, concepts of print, and how to take a play-based […]

Audience: Classroom teachers grades 3-6, reading teachers, literacy coaches, ELL teachers and administrators Upper elementary teachers are increasingly encountering students who still lack essential foundational skills-gaps in phonics, decoding, and word recognition that make grade‑level reading feel out of reach. This workshop offers practical, hands-on guidance grounded in the science of reading to help you […]

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 […]

A workshop based off the book The Four Agreements Through original meditation practices, focused on personal growth, critical reflection, and the pursuit of happiness, these practices aim to deepen the understanding of how the suffering of others can contribute to negativity in the workplace-and how greater awareness can foster a more compassionate, positive environment. Eligible […]

Discover how to unlock the true educational potential of the TI-Nspire CX II CAS in your Algebra and Geometry classrooms. This focused session will walk you through five high-impact, easy-to-implement calculator skills designed to deepen student understanding and boost daily engagement. You will walk away with actionable, step-by-step strategies that you can immediately use to […]

These virtual meetings will allow newer users of Desmos the opportunity to collaborate with other teachers while being supported by Andy Malbouef for questions relating to "how do I do this". Questions surrounding Desmos use in the classroom (calculators, exploratory tasks, or activities) can be answered with a new user perspective in mind. Classroom strategies […]

DESMOS ADVANCED USERS GRADES 6-12 4:45-6:15PM These virtual meetings will allow advanced users of Desmos the opportunity to collaborate with other teachers while being supported by Andy Malbouef for questions relating to "how do I do this". Questions surrounding Desmos use in the classroom (calculators, exploratory tasks, or activities) can be answered with an advanced […]

Getting started with free Desmos activities -Teacher facilitation and strategies running activities -Editing existing activities to meet your own needs -Building custom activities from scratch -Creating: card sorts, Polypads, and marbleslides -Introducing teachers to Computation Layer (Correct checks; student feedback; formatting and colors for notes and feedback) -Advanced Computation Layer (Hidden components; connecting tables/graphs; Match […]

Audience: School administrators and literacy coaches This workshop equips K-6 leaders and literacy coaches to champion science‑of‑reading-aligned instruction through a clear understanding of research, instructional shifts, and coherent systems that strengthen early literacy. -Revisit the research base behind the science of reading and the major instructional shifts for K-6 classrooms. -Use NYS Literacy Brief 7: […]

One or two years into implementing your NYSSLS-based ESS curriculum is the perfect time to reflect, refine, and re-energize your instruction. This engaging two-day workshop is designed for Earth and Space Sciences teachers ready to strengthen student-centered, phenomenon-based, three-dimensional learning while improving student performance and engagement. Collaborate with fellow educators in a supportive, hands-on workspace […]