Western Suffolk, Eastern Suffolk and Nassau BOCES are offering monthly ELA Collegial Circles for administrators/ coordinators to connect, share resources and discuss important issues. The group has proven to be an incredible support system for those who have participated.PLEASE NOTE- Log on information for the ZOOM virtual session will be emailed to everyone who has […]
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 […]
These meetings are designed for coordinators, directors and administrators who have the responsibility of science 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 […]
Participants will learn about, discuss, and explore grade-level mathematics content, activities, and resources aligned with NextGen Math Standards. NextGen Computer Science and Digital Fluency (CSDF) Standards will also be explored and incorporated. Hands-on, open-ended, and creative activities and tasks will be explored for each topic. Best instructional practices and strategies will be discussed, modeled and […]
These meetings are designed for coordinators, directors and administrators who have the responsibility of social studies 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 […]
These meetings are designed for coordinators, directors and administrators who have the responsibility of ELA 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. Breakfast will be provided. This is a great opportunity to network with fellow supervisors. […]
When there is a child with academic, social or behavioral challenges, the goal is to provide them with the best supports available. Functional behavioral Assessment and Behavior Intervention Plans are formal ways for parents, teachers and other school professionals to work collaboratively to determine the best way to help a student behaviorally resulting in improved […]
How To Be A Kid™ is a whole child, kid-centric approach to learning that teaches kids the way that kids learn. It can be seamlessly integrated into ANY curriculum. The How To Be A Kid™ program has a strong base in Social-Emotional Learning and introduces the concept of Sensate Learning™ which incorporates the whole body, […]
Teachers and school administrators have immense power to guide students into becoming more sensitive, caring, and tolerant of differences. This workshop focuses on what teachers and administrators need to know about sensitivity” and how it plays out in the classroom. We discuss subtle ways that stereotypes can be broken and underprivileged populations can be boosted […]
Known as the forgotten dimension, the Crosscutting Concepts (CCCs) provide students with the mental tools needed to help engage in and make sense of complex phenomena from a scientific point of view or to solve problems in engineering. They are essential in understanding the Disciplinary Core Ideas (content) and that the CCCs complement the Science […]
Coding is one of those things that makes some people's heart jump with excitement, and others jump in fear. Come learn how to integrate Coding at every grade level to make it fun and exciting for everyone. Students who start coding at the early grade levels become better problem solvers, more confident, and better prepared […]
Based upon her new book, Positive Proactive Pathways for Professionals, Dr. Jean Kendall, author, and retired school administrator with over 25 years as a principal, with lead participants in an interactive discussion about how new and aspiring school leaders can be ready for many situational challenges. Some examples are: -Creating the Journey Together - Building […]
Educators/Support Staff can at times feel ill-equipped to handle the sensitive issue of grief. This course will greatly assist educators/support staff with an understanding of how the grieving process affects children and adolescents and ways to provide effective support. Educators and support staff will review: -the stages of grief, -differences between child and teen grief, […]
The first administration of the New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS) based Biology Regents exam is scheduled for June 2025. Teachers must transition to a NYSSLS based regents biology course. The format of the new exam will be item clusters, groups of multiple items that provide a coherent path towards building the three dimensions […]
This workshop introduces basic conflict theory along with strategies and practices for addressing conflict in school settings. We evaluate what happens when conflicts escalate, and what are the appropriate measures to take in different conflict situations. The program includes conflict exercises and discussion of realistic conflict scenarios. Participants will come away with thoughtful ideas on […]
Teaching with Intention Fountas and Pinnell Benchmark Assessment System A Two-Part Series – Gr K-8 **IN PERSON** presented by Kristina Seeley – 8:30-2:30pm
PART 1: Administering the Fountas and Pinnell Benchmark Assessment System In Part 1, we will focus on administering The Fountas and Pinnell Benchmark Assessment which provides teachers with precise tools and texts to observe and quantify specific reading behaviors. This workshop includes specific tutorials that provide ample practice to administer the assessment with fidelity, following […]
Is this your district's first year administering the NYS CBT Grades 3 - ELA &: Math tests? For 6 years, my district, Western Suffolk BOCES, has been participating in the NYS CBT exams. I will review tips, tricks and valuable steps to take before you administer these exams. *This class does not replace what the […]
Participants will explore the facets of co-teaching and the 8 components of SIOP (Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol). In addition, we will examine the 4 sections of the NYSESLAT (New York State English as a Second Language Achievement Test) and review the skills needed for students to exit the ENL program.Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/11nZGM64yuTZcV4SzQYPPJuh-Y0zrcIwV/view?usp=sharing Eligible for 3 hours […]
Culturally Relevant Children’s Literature and Lesson Planning for Elementary Classrooms 2-Day Workshop **IN PERSON** presented by Mishka Anderson – 8:30-2:30pm
Audience: Elementary Teachers Hello Inclusion has gathered a compilation of antiracist/culturally relevant children's literature across all elementary grade levels that incorporates the stories of different groups and communities of people (Black, White, Hispanic/Latinx(o)(a), Asian, Indigenous, MENA, LGBTQIA+, etc.). During the workshop, teachers will get a chance to read these books, plan lessons or units of […]
The course will focus on skills necessary to lead with vision, compassion and purposeful intent. Each session will aim to nurture and develop exceptional leadership skills among newly appointed or aspiring individuals, equipping them with the tools and knowledge needed to excel. This course will serve as a community for fostering personal growth, effective communication, […]
*A thinking student is an engaged student* Upgrade and Revamp Your Math Instruction for High-Yield Results, Based on high-profile book by Peter Liljedahl Sparked by observing teachers struggle to implement rich mathematics tasks to engage students in deep thinking, Peter Liljedahl has translated his 15 years of research into this practical guide on how to […]
Hearing all the buzz about the Science of Reading, but unsure how to implement it in your Balanced Literacy curriculum? Join Annie Donado, Literacy Matters Consultant, for a day dedicated to the Science of Reading: what it is, how to introduce it to educators, how to integrate it into your existing Balanced Literacy curriculum, and […]
Leveled Literacy Intervention (LLI) is a rigorous, small group, supplementary, literacy intervention designed for students who find reading and writing difficult and need intensive teaching to achieve grade-level proficiency. LLI Primary Systems deliver the engaging, efficient, and effective intervention that can give students the boost they need to read at the same level as their […]
The Desmos activity platform is a free digital platform that allows math teachers to engage and interact with their students. Simply, it's a sequence of screens, each with a different task, prompt, or question. The screens in each activity can be as simple or sophisticated as the teacher desires. Purpose Desmos has a mission that […]
Is this your district's first year administering the NYS CBT Grades 3 - ELA &: Math tests? For 6 years, my district, Western Suffolk BOCES, has been participating in the NYS CBT exams. I will review tips, tricks and valuable steps to take before you administer these exams. *This class does not replace what the […]
The Desmos activity platform is a free digital platform that allows math teachers to engage and interact with their students. Simply, it's a sequence of screens, each with a different task, prompt, or question. The screens in each activity can be as simple or sophisticated as the teacher desires. Purpose Desmos has a mission that […]
Come to this workshop and learn the ins and outs of becoming Google certified. Statistics with # of questions on each topic will be presented, as well as content itself. We will focus on the areas that pertain to the test itself mostly, but can broaden out if time permits. (This course assumes you have […]
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 […]
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, beginning with […]
Nearpod allows teachers to make any lesson interactive, whether in person or virtual. Teachers will learn how to make presentations that contain quizzes, polls, games, videos and even written response. Nearpod lessons can be presented as whole class activities, or completed independently or by small groups of students. Nearpod allows teachers to gather feedback on […]
The new buzzwords Artificial Intelligence" seem to be jumping out at us and at the forefront of every conversation lately. Are you wondering what it means to you? Your students? Come join us for an overview of Artificial Intelligence and its impact on everyday life. We will go over the history
In this workshop, participants will learn the foundations of PBIS, discover tools to build a culture of positive behavior, and learn ways to make classroom life easier during the school day. Participants will increase their knowledge and understanding of proactive supports and develop their own bag of tricks” of practical strategies for students with challenging […]
Students need to be prepared for the work force upon graduation. How can we prepare them for what lies ahead? We need to encourage them to be problem solvers, deep thinkers and not afraid to make a mistake, but rather learn from it. (Debug) Come see how we can line up a K-12 Coding/Steam Curriculum […]
Much has changed with the literature course: it has a framework that narrows and focuses its scope, and the exam is tightly aligned with that framework. Essay writing and scoring has been refocused as well. This full-day workshop will offer an opportunity for review, and conversation about these shifts. It will then shift to reading […]
This professional development session will explore the ways in which technology and AI can be used to support literacy instruction. Participants will learn about the new types of technology and AI that are available, as well as how to use them to create engaging and effective literacy activities. Platforms like: -Canva, -Google Labs, -MagicSchool.AI, -AudioRead […]