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Vocabulary is a crucial aspect of language development and plays a significant role in academic success and effective communication. Participants will explore a variety of research-based techniques for teaching words explicitly, teaching context clues, and teaching morphological analyses. The course will delve into the importance of utilizing a generative approach to vocabulary instruction to help […]

Deep-dive into Desmos graphing calculator functionality -Introducing the free Geometry Tool -- Best practices for Desmos use on the Regents Eligible for 2 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/1Xb6dnilmUa6967El0fAmI52a3pDAGD50/view?usp=sharing Registration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5386660

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 […]

This engaging workshop explores the meaning of specially designed instruction and teaches participants how to provide the unique types of instructional services needed by students with disabilities. We will share effective strategies for implementing accommodations and altering, modifying, and/or adapting instructional methods materials, techniques, and learning environments for supporting students with diverse learning abilities and […]

The Science of Reading (SOR) movement has transformed early literacy but for educators in grades 6-12, a critical question remains: Why do students still struggle to read and make sense of texts across the disciplines? Adolescent literacy demands a more dynamic architecture. While traditional SOR focuses on word recognition and language comprehension alone, the Science […]

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 […]

Many students struggle with attention, organization, flexibility, task initiation, and self-control, and those challenges are often intensified by stress, dysregulation, and overwhelm. This 3-hour summer live virtual institute helps educators understand how mindfulness, emotional regulation, and executive functioning work together to support student success and more effective classroom learning. Participants will gain a practical overview […]

A meditation inspired by Jon Kabat Zinn. This can be adapted to a 7 week program. Join us for a guided meditation workshop designed to explore the essence of mindfulness through reflection and practice. Together, we'll answer questions such as: -What is mindfulness? -How can I bring it into my daily life? -Why is being […]

A workshop based off of the TV show Ted Lasso Life can challenge our ability to stay positive, whether through professional pressures or personal demands. Inspired by the uplifting philosophy of Ted Lasso, who champions optimism and focusing on what we can control, this workshop explores how a positive mindset can transform your daily life. […]

Book Creator is a simple tool for creating engaging digital books. Design your own teaching resources or have students practice their writing skills by creating digital books that incorporate multiple forms of expression. During this session, participants will be guided through setting up a free account, navigating the platform, and creating digital eBooks. We will […]