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SUMMARY:Western Suffolk BOCES Workshop Listing
DESCRIPTION:To view all Professional Development workshops offered at Western Suffolk BOCES\, please view our catalog www.wsboces.org/webreg
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/western-suffolk-boces-workshop-listing/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T083000
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SUMMARY:New Visions Biology Workshop - Unit 3 - Evolution of Sick Humans *IN PERSON* - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION: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 the New Visions Biology curriculum. Educators will engage in immersive experiences with the unit materials\, reflect on their learning\, discuss adaptations to meet their students’ needs\, and collaborate with peers to problem-solve challenges. This unit-based PL also highlights a high-leverage pedagogical goal-providing opportunities for all students to link phenomena to their own interests and experiences.\nEach workshop is eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Each participant can use 2-1/2 Consortium seats per workshop.If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/10EsfYlBtdWEfA0rHzojW2_JNqxxK0ecr/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5203758
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/new-visions-biology-workshop-unit-3-evolution-of-sick-humans-in-person-830-230pm/
LOCATION:JEA Alternative School\, 31 Lee Ave\, Wheatley Heights\, NY\, 11798-1837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251111T180000
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CREATED:20240209T162258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T162713Z
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SUMMARY:BOCES Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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 Item Number 1 on the Agenda\, at 7:00 pm.
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/boces-board-meeting-3/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Central
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T083000
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SUMMARY:Social Studies Coordinator Network Meeting **IN PERSON** facilitated by Lorraine Lupinskie - 8:30-11:30am
DESCRIPTION: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.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_G7mOZYlBWEMQ2OV5C9nPuKR1PvrLbH3/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5129301
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/social-studies-coordinator-network-meeting-in-person-facilitated-by-lorraine-lupinskie-830-1130am-2/
LOCATION:JEA Alternative School\, 31 Lee Ave\, Wheatley Heights\, NY\, 11798-1837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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SUMMARY:New Visions Earth & Space Science Workshop *IN PERSON* Unit 3 - Earthquakes\, Volcanoes\, and Tsunamis: Who's at risk? - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION: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 like volcanic eruptions\, earthquakes\, tsunamis\, and mass wasting This workshop supports participants in implementing Unit 3 of the New Visions Earth & Space Science curriculum. Educators will engage in immersive experiences with the unit materials\, reflect on their learning\, discuss adaptations to meet their students’ needs\, and collaborate with peers to problem-solve challenges. This unit-based PL also highlights a high-leverage pedagogical goal-providing opportunities for all students to link phenomena to their own interests and experiences\nEach workshop is eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. Each participant can use 2-1/2 Consortium seats per workshop. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1MBB9ZKmnvTsDNrkgeIRt97bZnXo-tXST/view?usp=sharing
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/new-visions-earth-space-science-workshop-in-person-unit-3-earthquakes-volcanoes-and-tsunamis-whos-at-risk-830-230pm/
LOCATION:JEA Alternative School\, 31 Lee Ave\, Wheatley Heights\, NY\, 11798-1837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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SUMMARY:Integrating Knowledge Building into ELA for Interdisciplinary Teaching *ON SITE* Workshop presented by The Living Literacy Network - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION: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 students develop vocabulary\, recognize themes\, and think critically about what they read. Teachers will learn how to build rich and complex\, multi-media text sets that support conceptual knowledge and transfer that they can integrate into existing curriculum and units as well as build bridges between content area instruction and literacy instruction. Audience: K-12 Educators 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.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1S43PKF8BLyq0B28NfjCaKfYsfsOWHLEb/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5271110
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/integrating-knowledge-building-into-ela-for-interdisciplinary-teaching-on-site-workshop-presented-by-the-living-literacy-network-830-230pm/
LOCATION:JEA Alternative School\, 31 Lee Ave\, Wheatley Heights\, NY\, 11798-1837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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SUMMARY:Leading with Connection: Supporting a Phone-Free School Day *IN PERSON* Presented by Dr. Kelly Zinn\, LCSW - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION: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 support students’ social-emotional well-being.This interactive workshop will help administrators anticipate areas of resistance\, strengthen teacher capacity\, and lead their communities with empathy\, clarity\, and consistency-especially when students struggle with phone separation.Participants will:-Gain a clear understanding of the new NY State bell-to-bell cell phone ban and what it means for their schools.-Explore how phone-free environments can enhance student engagement\, mental health\, and school culture.-Learn proactive strategies to communicate with students\, staff\, and families in a supportive and relational way.-Identify common student challenges and develop compassionate\, practical responses for classroom situations.Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. 1 Consortium seat can be used. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cZNalPorS1-BQqxd5uSP7h96N7aeyQ2m/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5195433
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/leading-with-connection-supporting-a-phone-free-school-day-in-person-presented-by-dr-kelly-zinn-lcsw-830-230pm/
LOCATION:JEA Alternative School\, 31 Lee Ave\, Wheatley Heights\, NY\, 11798-1837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T090000
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SUMMARY:Taking the Challenge out of Conversations: 4 Steps to Communicating Without Judgment or Blame VIRTUAL Workshop presented by Joan Fretz - 9-12pm
DESCRIPTION: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 words you choose and how they are delivered\, it is always the receiver who gives the meaning to your message. In this workshop\, we will explore ways to listen to others without judgment or blame and then express our own feelings and needs. The skill involves linking our feelings to our needs\, instead of blaming someone else for causing them\, and helping others to do the same. Based on the work of Marshall Rosenberg (Nonviolent Communication) and Oren Sofer (Mindful Communication)\, this simple process provides a consistent way for all staff to develop respectful and trusting relationships. Developing safe and healthy schools begins with how we message each other. Strategies for using this approach will be practiced and discussed. Suggestions for encouraging buy-in from all staff will be included. Eligible for 3 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1/2 Consortium seat. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ad5nW40Dl4XuWiFQdqn9WK9vZY12Mv6K/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5135850
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/taking-the-challenge-out-of-conversations-4-steps-to-communicating-without-judgment-or-blame-virtual-workshop-presented-by-joan-fretz-9-12pm/
LOCATION:Virtual Conference
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T083000
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SUMMARY:Navigating the Shift: Understanding the Transition from APPR to STEPS *IN PERSON* facilitated by Emma Klimek - 8:30-10:30am
DESCRIPTION: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 future work\, including how changes may affect contracts\, teacher evaluation processes\, and next steps for local implementation. Audience: District- and building-level leaders\, including superintendents\, assistant superintendents\, and anyone engaged in APPR and STEPS implementation planning.Eligible for 2 hours CTLE credit.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1asmv4uz_U5fxNchMl3DThn9duG0ttJ5M/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5246016
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/navigating-the-shift-understanding-the-transition-from-appr-to-steps-in-person-facilitated-by-emma-klimek-830-1030am/
LOCATION:JEA Alternative School\, 31 Lee Ave\, Wheatley Heights\, NY\, 11798-1837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T083000
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SUMMARY:Evidence Practices in Classroom Management 2-Day Workshop *IN PERSON* presented by Michelle Levy - 8:30-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION: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 problematic behavior and increase student engagement thereby setting students up for academic\, social and behavioral success. These practices include: -understanding student behavior\, -providing quality instruction\, -teaching rules\, -expectations\, -routines and procedures\, -practicing precorrection\, -active supervision and -implementing strategies for both positive and negative responses. Eligible for 12 hours CTLE credit. Can use 2 Consortium seats. If district pays\, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.\nFlyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1b61CjMQAyvzjQm-tTuv0Wc9l9DPKF8R3/view?usp=sharing\nRegistration: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13208&I=5133129
URL:https://www.wsboces.org/event/evidence-practices-in-classroom-management-2-day-workshop-in-person-presented-by-michelle-levy-830-230pm/
LOCATION:JEA Alternative School\, 31 Lee Ave\, Wheatley Heights\, NY\, 11798-1837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructional Support Services Full Calendar
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