Social Studies Coordinator Network Meeting **IN PERSON** facilitated by Lorraine Lupinskie - 8:30-11:30am
2026-05-06 08:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York)
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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Unlocking the Power of NotebookLM *IN PERSON* presented by Dr. Maria Esposito - 8:30-11:30am
2026-05-06 08:30 - 11:30 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
Discover how NotebookLM can transform your existing class materials into an interactive tutor that works alongside your students. In this hands-on session, educators will learn how to upload their own content and use AI to answer questions, generate summaries, and create customized study guides. NotebookLM helps students review more effectively while giving teachers a powerful way to streamline prep time and personalize learning. By the end of the session, participants will design their own AI-supported resource to enhance instruction and support diverse learners. Eligible for 3 hours CTLE credit. Consortium seats may not be used. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1tVMqHLfwzCgQ3Ry8i208J-vweHPgf9Ok/view?usp=sharing
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Fundations Level 3 *IN PERSON* presented by Karen Lucchese - 8:30-2:30pm
2026-05-06 08:30 - 14:30 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
Audience: Classroom teachers, reading teachers, paraprofessionals. The participants of this group will review the Fundation Reading Program. The Teacher’s Manual will be highlighted and the Learning Activities will be taught. The materials for the program will be discussed and the participants will understand the research behind the use of the materials. There will be many classroom models displayed which will show various ways to set up the materials associated with each lesson. A pacing guide will be shared which will help guide the educators as they teach the units and make decisions on extending units. A review of the various assessments associated with the program will be reviewed. The participants will learn how to use data to develop small groups to meet the individual needs of all students. In addition, strategies and tips will be provided for organizing the flow of a lesson over a week. Educators will also be able to explore different lesson plan models. Time will be provided to discuss the on- line part of the program along with instructional slides to meet the needs of all participants. Participants are encouraged to bring their teacher’s manual to the 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/1YsLvlLQ7h21EBNxC0-0bBtkYFbLuiozF/view?usp=sharing
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Creating with Google Gemini & Building Custom Gems *IN PERSON* presented by Dr. Maria Esposito - 12-3pm
2026-05-06 12:00 - 15:00 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
Explore how Google Gemini can elevate teaching and learning through creativity and efficiency. In this interactive session, teachers will use simple prompts to help students create images, documents, presentations, and clear explanations-making project-based learning more dynamic and accessible. Educators will also learn how to design their own custom Gems (personalized AI assistants) to support specific classroom needs, from lesson planning to differentiated instruction. Walk away with ready-to-use resources and your own customized Gem to bring lessons to life and save valuable time. Eligible for 3 hours CTLE credit. Consortium seats may not be used. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mF3mjWSP5Cl76QMCHG4cRVw1tXY0LPCd/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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Just Words *IN PERSON* presented by Karen Lucchese - 8:30-2:30pm
2026-05-08 08:30 - 14:30 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
Audience: Teachers grade 4-5, Reading Teachers, Paraprofessionals. This workshop will provide an overview of the Just Words Program. The participants will review the Just Words Instructor Manual so that they will feel confident to teach the units to their students. The participants will review the various Just Words Activities that are connected to the units of study and strategies will be provided to adjust activities to fit the needs of the students. Time will be provided to discuss data based on the assessments and to develop small groups to meet individual needs of all students. In addition, lesson plans and a pacing guide will be provided. Participants are encouraged to bring their manual to the 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/19OaVjPlKkxOANqACEgzBw1ftyWaDK6-A/view?usp=sharing
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Classroom Talk That Drives Learning: Oral Language, Discussion, and Discourse (K-8) *IN PERSON* presented by Mike Ochs - 8:30-2:30pm
2026-05-08 08:30 - 14:30 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
This workshop focuses on oral language as a central driver of learning, comprehension, and achievement across content areas, with attention to multilingual learners. Participants examine how to intentionally design partnerships and small groups using sociograms so talk structures are productive, balanced, and instructionally purposeful. Teachers explore research-backed practices such as classroom discussion-one of the most powerful influences on student achievement-alongside strategies for facilitating research clubs and text- and evidence-driven discussion that complement strong book club work. The session also introduces newer, cutting edge approaches to dialogue and debate, including spectrum socratic exchange, to help teachers move beyond routine turn-and-talk toward richer, more rigorous discourse that supports reasoning, language development, and knowledge-building. 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/1Cp7ZB3obZWHoXmQicM0vtNnpooHdkBDe/view?usp=sharing
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Disciplinary Literacy: Empowering Students to Read, Write, and Think Like Experts *IN PERSON* presented by The Living Literacy Network - 8:30-2:30pm
2026-05-12 08:30 - 14:30 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
Every discipline has its own “secret language.” A mathematician reads a proof differently than a historian reads a primary source or a scientist analyzes a lab report. To truly master a subject, students must move beyond general “reading strategies” and learn to navigate the unique literacy demands of each field. In this workshop, middle and high school teachers, instructional coaches, and leaders will learn how to shift towards apprenticing students into their discipline. You will discover how to move past generic comprehension tools and instead provide students with the specialized lenses needed to investigate, communicate, and solve problems like professionals in your specific content area. Participants will shift from general literacy support to high-impact, disciplinary instruction by learning to: Distinguish between general “content area literacy” and specialized “disciplinary literacy” Analyze the unique text types, structures, and communication norms inherent to their specific discipline. Identify how scientists, historians, and mathematicians approach complex texts differently Design inquiry-based lessons that integrate disciplinary-specific reading, writing, and speaking practices. Implement techniques for cognitive apprenticeship through “think-aloud” protocols to make the invisible thinking of experts visible to students. Create opportunities to develop conceptual knowledge through scaffolded transfer of skills across multi-media texts across topics and experiences Facilitate writing and discussion opportunities that mirror professional discourse in science, ELA, social studies, and technical subjects. 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/1kwQWopjNG_BkSKywm9jQ97ZiMDptUb2M/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
Registration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5248268

The Power of Picture Books in Student Identity Gr 2-6 *IN PERSON* presented by Sarah Cordova/ Literacy Matters - 8:30-2:30pm
2026-05-13 08:30 - 14:30 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
In order for our students to feel valued in our classrooms they must be represented in the books we share with them. Whether it is the characters, families, cultures, and settings on the pages of our read alouds or the author’s experiences that inspire the picture books we share, our students need to feel represented and heard. Our mentor texts can be more than simply books we use to teach writing strategies and skills. These texts can also be tools to showcase and celebrate the lives of the students that sit before us and those who do not. This session will showcase culturally responsive picture books that contain a multitude of opportunities for minilessons within your writing instruction, bringing excitement and inclusivity into your classroom. 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/1VGfZQFu_mbTyVGaPRLHHZXMOyRYCEXZu/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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https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lsSa7LDYY2oP7rkJiU8Kakaq5Ec3gkX0/view?usp=sharing
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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
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The Science of Learning in Action: What's Real, What Works, and Why (K-8) *IN PERSON* presented by Mike Ochs - 8:30-2:30pm
2026-05-20 08:30 - 14:30 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
This workshop helps educators focus on what the science of learning actually supports and what is practical for classrooms. Participants explore the Big Three-retrieval practice, spaced practice, and interleaving-alongside the Fab Five learning strategies: generation, elaboration, calibration, reflection, and mnemonics. Emphasis is placed on teaching these strategies explicitly so students learn to use them independently over time, not just experience them during lessons. The session clarifies the difference between cognitive science and neuroscience, helping educators recognize what research findings are actionable for instruction. Teachers leave with concrete routines, a clear lens for evaluating new initiatives, and the confidence to apply these strategies immediately across subjects and grade levels. 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/16_O-Rs5TOfKC6YRXZhs9jVBKG2LeKE3C/view?usp=sharing
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Supporting NYSED's Portrait of a Graduate Through Classroom Practice (3-8) *IN PERSON* presented by Mike Ochs - 8:30-2:30pm
2026-05-27 08:30 - 14:30 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
This workshop supports educators in translating NYSED’s Portrait of a Graduate into concrete, research-based classroom practice. Participants examine instructional strategies aligned with NYSED’s emphasis on academic preparedness (including cognitive science-informed learning strategies), effective communication, thoughtful reasoning, civic awareness, and reflection-without relying on abstract competencies or surface-level activities. The session explores practical approaches that build discernment (including awareness of common logical fallacies), support articulate and confident speaking through rhetorical moves, deepen students’ understanding of civic life and citizenship, and help students reflect on their learning and set purposeful, motivating goals. All strategies are grounded in cognitive science and classroom evidence and are designed to integrate naturally into daily instruction across grades and subjects. 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/1L7oogaNZ5XWz7gyrJ6zaqrQe2Jm8uVbh/view?usp=sharing
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Grammar as the Foundation of Expression: Grades 3-8 *IN PERSON* presented by Mike Ochs - 8:30-2:30pm
2026-06-02 08:30 - 14:30 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
Grammar as the Foundation of Expression explores how strong grammar knowledge supports clear, confident expression in student writing. Grounded in classroom practice and the science of learning, this session reflects the instructional approach of Word Love Grammar, including recent unit work that emphasizes clarity, transfer, and purposeful use of language. Participants explore practical routines that help students build grammar knowledge that lasts-and learn to apply it with intention-through clear instruction, repeated practice, and meaningful application. The focus is on helping students gain control over language so they can shape meaning thoughtfully and effectively. 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/1cYZbWlDDEOflJRqeQ7P1rGQCGn4g_V5l/view?usp=sharing
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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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Short Clips, Big Thinking in Social Studies *IN PERSON* presented by Wendy Braxton - 8:30-2:30pm
2026-06-04 08:30 - 14:30 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
Leveraging visual media and active learning strategies to promote productive struggle. This professional development session supports secondary social studies teachers in using commercials and short film clips as high-impact entry points to hook students and spark curiosity. Participants will explore how visual media can be leveraged to build background knowledge, surface multiple perspectives, and motivate students to engage deeply with complex historical and contemporary issues. Teachers will learn how to intentionally structure these strategies to foster productive struggle and sustained critical thinking. Emphasis will be placed on aligning instruction to the New York State Culturally Responsive-Sustaining Education (CRSE) Framework by centering student voice, identity, and inquiry. Participants will leave with ready-to-use strategies and examples that can be immediately implemented in secondary social studies classrooms. 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/1E7di5JrCPLY7Cr0nCijrIrWL_k2warKV/view?usp=sharing
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Writing Beyond the Writing Block (3-8) *IN PERSON* presented by Mike Ochs - 8:30-2:30pm
2026-06-04 08:30 - 14:30 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
Writing development does not need to be confined to a single block of time. This workshop explores how short, purposeful writing opportunities embedded across subjects-drawing on approaches aligned with research on ‘writing revolution” sentence-level writing and self-regulated strategy development (SRSD)-can deepen understanding and strengthen literacy. Teachers examine how structured writing in math, science, and social studies helps students clarify thinking while building habits that transfer back into longer writing tasks. 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/1Z939QRJoGtguuSoaNv8cZDIh0-yZCvpz/view?usp=sharing
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Unlock the Power of AI in Your Google Classroom *IN PERSON* presented by Christine Joneleit - 8:30-2:30pm
2026-06-09 08:30 - 14:30 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
In this hands-on workshop, you will learn to leverage Google’s newest AI tools to save planning time, engage students, and personalize learning. By the end of the session, you will be able to: -Create dynamic, standards-aligned lessons quickly using Gemini, designed to capture student interest. -Generate engaging visuals, including infographics and comics, to support diverse learners. -Customize Gems and build a NotebookLM to help students deepen understanding, stay engaged, and retain knowledge. -Transform Google Slides into attention-grabbing videos (Google Vids) to enhance classroom instruction. -Access resources and prepare for Gemini certification, with guidance and materials to become a Gemini Certified Educator or support students in becoming Gemini Certified. You will leave the workshop with ready-to-use strategies, enhanced lesson plans, and practical tools to integrate AI into your classroom immediately. Bring a lesson plan and Google Slides to apply what you learn in real time, along with any other teaching ideas you’d like to explore.
Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Ineligible to use consortium seats. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/15y2hS6B6TB3StTZDHMaAX3wf1BI7VrZ3/view?usp=sharing
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BELONGING & BEYOND: THE ONE QUESTION THAT IGNITES CULTURALLY RESPONSIVE CLASSROOMS *IN PERSON* presented by Kari Horn Lehman - 8:30-2:30pm
2026-06-10 08:30 - 14:30 | JEA Alternative School, 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798-1837, United States
What if the key to strong behavior, engagement, and equitable learning is simpler, and more human, than we think? In this energizing full-day session, educators experience firsthand how belonging unlocks motivation and positive behavior, and then learn how to extend those same practices into culturally responsive instruction that elevates every learner. The morning builds a foundation of belonging through hands-on activities and practical routines grounded in academic mindset research. The afternoon turns warmth into actionable CRSE practice: identity-affirming routines, inclusive participation structures, and instructional moves that connect directly to NYS Portrait of a Graduate competencies, including communication, cultural competence, and learner independence. Educators leave with The Belonging-to-Equity Playbook, a practical toolkit that supports immediate implementation and long-term culture building. What Educators Gain: -Evidence-informed routines that strengthen behavior and engagement through connection -CRSE-aligned strategies that make representation and access practical and sustainable -Tools that directly reinforce Portrait of a Graduate (PoG) competencies -Inclusive participation structures that support all learners -A ready-to-use Belonging-to-Equity Playbook for classroom, team, or building-wide implementation Target Audience: K-12 classroom teachers, specialists, building leaders, and related service professionals seeking highly practical strategies that connect belonging, behavior, engagement, and culturally responsive practice. 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/1acSPSCNvvR0t80JVNttqLj3Ocjqdp5OT/view?usp=sharing
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