• Empowering Educators to Navigate Crisis with Confidence *IN PERSON* presented by Dr. Teresa Taylor Williams – 8:30-2:30pm

    JEA Alternative School 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, United States

    Join us for a full-day professional development experience designed to enhance the readiness of teachers and administrators in responding to crisis situations within school settings. This comprehensive workshop explores trauma-informed strategies including -positive behavior techniques, -student anxiety prevention, -classroom de-escalation methods, and -the creation of safe and supportive learning environments for all. Participants will engage […]

  • New Visions Biology Workshop – Unit 3 – Evolution of Sick Humans *IN PERSON* – 8:30-2:30pm

    JEA Alternative School 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, United States

    Audience: Science Educators, Lead Teachers, STEM Coordinators, Science AdministratorsWorkshops align with New Visions for Public Schools FREE curriculum https://www.newvisions.org/curriculum/science/biology *Bring your own device*Unit 3: Evolution of Sick HumansTopic: Genetics, Protein Synthesis, and the Mismatch Hypothesis - Wednesday, November 5, 2025 PEs: HS-LS1-1, HS-LS3-1, HS-LS4-1, HS-ETS1-2, HS-ETS1-3, HS-ETS1-4This workshop supports participants in implementing Unit 3 of […]

  • BOCES Board Meeting

    The Regular meeting of the Board of Western Suffolk BOCES will be held at the Western Suffolk BOCES Administrative Offices, 507 Deer Park Road, Dix Hills, NY 11746. This meeting is open to the public. The Regular meeting convenes at 6:00 pm. There is a proposed Executive Session, subject to Board approval. The public portion will resume, […]

  • Social Studies Coordinator Network Meeting **IN PERSON** facilitated by Lorraine Lupinskie – 8:30-11:30am

    JEA Alternative School 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, United States

    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 […]

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  • New Visions Earth & Space Science Workshop *IN PERSON* Unit 3 – Earthquakes, Volcanoes, and Tsunamis: Who’s at risk? – 8:30-2:30pm

    JEA Alternative School 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, United States

    Audience: Science Educators, Lead Teachers, STEM Coordinators, Science Administrators Workshops align with New Visions for Public Schools FREE curriculum Https://www.newvisions.org/curriculum/science/earth-space *Bring your own device* Unit 3: Earthquakes, Volcanoes, and Tsunamis: Who's at risk? Topic: Earth's Interior: Waves, Energy and Risk- WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2025 PEs: HS-ESS1-5, HS-ESS2-1, HS-ESS2-3, HS-ESS3-1 (partial*) *resources like minerals and hazards […]

  • Integrating Knowledge Building into ELA for Interdisciplinary Teaching *ON SITE* Workshop presented by The Living Literacy Network – 8:30-2:30pm

    JEA Alternative School 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, United States

    Knowledge building is essential for strong reading comprehension; it provides the foundation students need to understand, analyze, and engage with texts deeply. When readers bring background knowledge to texts, they can make connections, infer meaning, and grasp complex ideas more easily. In this workshop, teachers will learn how taking a knowledge-rich approach to reading helps […]

  • Leading with Connection: Supporting a Phone-Free School Day *IN PERSON* Presented by Dr. Kelly Zinn, LCSW – 8:30-2:30pm

    JEA Alternative School 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, United States

    Audience: K-12 AdministratorsWith New York's "bell-to-bell” cell phone ban now in effect, school leaders face both the challenge-and the opportunity-of creating environments where students can thrive without constant digital distraction. Leading with Connection invites administrators to view this shift not simply as compliance, but as a powerful chance to strengthen relationships, re-center classroom culture, and […]

  • Taking the Challenge out of Conversations: 4 Steps to Communicating Without Judgment or Blame VIRTUAL Workshop presented by Joan Fretz – 9-12pm

    Virtual Conference

    Whether we're interacting with colleagues, supervisors, students, caregivers, or our own family members, school administrators and staff often find themselves in a challenging conversation. When people feel judged, we may lose the opportunity to resolve the issue at the lowest level and worse, damage our relationship with them. While you are in charge of the […]

  • Navigating the Shift: Understanding the Transition from APPR to STEPS *IN PERSON* facilitated by Emma Klimek – 8:30-10:30am

    JEA Alternative School 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, United States

    This session will provide an overview of the similarities and differences between the APPR and the new STEPS framework. The goal is to:-build a common understanding of the new system, -explore the purpose behind the legislative change, and -begin identifying what these shifts may mean for districts. Together, participants will examine guiding questions to frame […]

  • Evidence Practices in Classroom Management 2-Day Workshop *IN PERSON* presented by Michelle Levy – 8:30-2:30pm

    JEA Alternative School 31 Lee Ave, Wheatley Heights, NY, United States

    The effective management of a classroom begins with establishing a positive, proactive and preventive learning environment that fosters learning for all students and minimizes disruptions. Effective classroom managers build strong relationships with students, communicate effectively, and adapt their strategies to meet individual needs. Participants will learn eight research based strategies that increase instructional time, minimize […]