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1. Angelo Del Toro PRHYLI Albany Train the Trainer - Albany

Program: The Angelo Del Toro PR/HYLI

Audience: Angelo Del Toro PR/HYLI trainers

Dates: 10/25/2023

Training for Angelo Del Toro PR/HYLI trainers. This registration is for the ALBANY training, October 25, 2023 at Questar III BOCES.

2. Angelo Del Toro PRHYLI- New York City Train the Trainer - NYC Region

Program: The Angelo Del Toro PR/HYLI

Audience: Angelo Del Toro PR/HYLI trainers

Dates: 11/4/2023

Training for Angelo Del Toro PR/HYLI trainers. This registration is for the New York City training, November 4th, 2023 at 535 8 Ave floor 16 New York, NY.

3. November Coffee Talk

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 11/8/2023

CTLE
Topics: Review of Building Aid

4. December Coffee Talk

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 12/13/2023

CTLE
State Aid Output Report

5. January Coffee Talk

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 1/10/2024

CTLE
Topics: Tax Cap and State Aid Reconciliation

6. February SAP Winter Workshop

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 2/7/2024

CTLE
Governor's Budget Analysis and Understanding Projections

7. March Coffee Talk

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 3/6/2024

CTLE
Topics: Budget Vote Process Disclosure Requirements, Property Tax Report Card and Budget Notice Contingent Budget

8. SAP Special Webinar

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 3/14/2024

CTLE
Tools to Monitor Your State Aid Projections

9. May Coffee Talk

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 5/22/2024

CTLE
Topics: Maximizing State Aid: Preview of June 30th, Due Dates and Preparing for Year End

10. Unpacking the Science of Reading Fundamentals: A Guided Discussion with SUNY New Paltz Science of Reading Fundamentals Participants

Program: School Improvement

Audience: This session is intended to support those who are registered for and currently enrolled in the SUNY New Paltz Science of Reading Fundamentals Micro Credential.

Dates: 5/30/2024 to 7/18/2024

With a focus on Literacy in New York State, many teachers regionally are participating in the SUNY New Paltz Science of Reading Fundamentals Micro Credential. Questar III BOCES School Improvement Specialists invite you to join a series of collaborative conversations intended to unpack and dig deeper into this topic together.

11. June Coffee Talk

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 6/12/2024

CTLE
Review of Expense Based Aid

12. Dignity for All Students Act Training (DASA) - Asynchronous

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Individuals seeking educator certification in New York State

Dates: 7/1/2024

Closed
The amended Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) took effect on July 1, 2013, under this amended legislation beginning January 1, 2014, all persons applying to the NYS Education Department for an administrative or supervisory service, classroom teaching service or school service certificate or coaching license must complete six (6) hours of coursework or training in harassment, bullying and discrimination prevention and intervention. The training proactively addresses the social patterns of harassment, bullying and discrimination and is designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to create an affirming school environment for all students. Participants must complete all of the required coursework at a satisfactory level in order to receive credit for course completion. The due date for this coursework is May 31, 2024. Payment of $80.00 must be received before a participant is marked as COMPLETED. Please make the check payable to Questar III BOCES and send to Debbie Rozniewski at 10 Empire State Boulevard, Castleton, NY 12033. The web link to the training materials will be sent out to registrants once registration is complete and paid in full.

13. What's New in AI!

Program: School Library System

Audience: All educators

Dates: 7/8/2024

This streamlined asynchronous professional development session provides an overview of the latest advancements and trends in AI. Keep abreast of the newest developments in AI and understand their implications for teaching and learning.

Learning Objectives:

Catch up on the newest AI technologies emerging in education.

Discuss the impact and potential uses of these technologies in classrooms.

Access Details:

Participants can access and complete the course materials at their own pace anytime between Monday, July 8th and Monday, August 12th.
The elementary- and intermediate-level investigations are here! Please join us for a hands-on workshop in which participants will: -Overview the structure of the NYS Science Learning Standards. -Outline the structure and function of the NYS Required Investigations. -Collaboratively conduct each investigation. -Discuss strategies for supporting student success with each investigation. -Analyze the structure and function of the proficiency rubric. -Use sample responses to score responses and determine proficiency levels.

15. Coffee Talk

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 7/10/2024

CTLE
Overview of the State Aid Claim Forms

16. Investigations for Earth and Space Science - Workshop

Program: School Improvement

Dates: 7/11/2024

The high school investigations are here! Please join us for a hands-on workshop in which participants will: -Overview the structure of the NYS Science Learning Standards and their relation to the high school Earth and Space Science Investigations. -Outline the structure and function of the NYS Required Investigations. -Collaboratively conduct each investigation. -Discuss strategies for supporting student success with each investigation. The intended audience is all earth science educators, instructional coaches, and administrators. **This session is offered again on August 22, 2024.

17. Investigations for Life Science (Biology) - Workshop

Program: School Improvement

Dates: 7/11/2024

The high school investigations are here! Please join us for a hands-on workshop in which participants will: -Overview the structure of the NYS Science Learning Standards and their relation to the high school Life Science (Biology) Investigations. -Outline the structure and function of the NYS Required Investigations. -Collaboratively conduct each investigation. -Discuss strategies for supporting student success with each investigation. The intended audience is all life science teachers, instructional coaches, and administrators. **This session is offered again on August 22, 2024.

18. Teacher Lead Evaluator Training - Initial

Program: School Improvement

Audience: School Leaders and Administrators

Dates: 7/17/2024

This webinar will dive deeper into performance levels and hands on practice, with emphasis on: inter-rater reliability, impact on your role as an administrator, and how the APPR process can be used to strengthen your school's goals. We will practice scoring an example using video clips and your district rubric. Participants will hone their evaluation skills and fulfill the re-certification requirements and use the rubrics determined in their own district APPR plan.

19. Knowledge Café at 9am with State Aid Planning

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 7/17/2024

CPE
CTLE
Topics: New webinar series to focus on assisting school district treasurers with accounting issues that affect maximizing state aid.

20. Questar III ConsidertheSourceNY.org Collaborative Knowledge Institute

Program: School Library System

Audience: School Librarians, Teachers, K-12

Dates: 7/18/2024

Looking for ways to teach the skills for the new Civic Literacy Essay, opportunities for your students to fulfill the requirements for the new Seal of Civic Readiness, or engaging materials to meet the NextGen Literacy Standards? Your local historians hold a wealth of knowledge and resources to share and are eager to help! The county historians from Rensselaer and Columbia counties, in collaboration with ConsidertheSourceNY.org present a day of learning and collaboration at Questar III. This workshop is designed for educators and school librarians in all grades and will include engaging ways to use local primary sources and historic sites to teach civic literacy, NextGen Literacy Standards, and the New York State Social Studies Framework. Participants will meet and work with local historians to identify relevant primary sources and brainstorm ideas for lesson plans and learning activities.
This is an in-person activity. Registration starts at 8:30am, light refreshments will be served. Lunch is included.

21. Dignity for All Students Act Training (DASA) - Asynchronous

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Individuals seeking educator certification in New York State

Dates: 8/1/2024

The amended Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) took effect on July 1, 2013, under this amended legislation beginning January 1, 2014, all persons applying to the NYS Education Department for an administrative or supervisory service, classroom teaching service or school service certificate or coaching license must complete six (6) hours of coursework or training in harassment, bullying and discrimination prevention and intervention. The training proactively addresses the social patterns of harassment, bullying and discrimination and is designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to create an affirming school environment for all students. Participants must complete all of the required coursework at a satisfactory level in order to receive credit for course completion. The due date for this coursework is May 31, 2024. Payment of $80.00 must be received before a participant is marked as COMPLETED. Please make the check payable to Questar III BOCES and send to Debbie Rozniewski at 10 Empire State Boulevard, Castleton, NY 12033. The web link to the training materials will be sent out to registrants once registration is complete and paid in full.

22. Dollars & Sense: Financial Literacy for Young Learners

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Elementary School Math Teachers, Coaches and Administrators, CTE Integrated Math Teachers

Dates: 8/5/2024

Join us for an engaging workshop designed to equip elementary educators with the tools to introduce financial literacy in the math classroom. This hands-on session will cover key concepts such as saving, spending, and budgeting, tailored to the comprehension level of young students. Participants will receive practical resources and lesson plans that align with math curriculum standards and foster an early interest in financial well-being. Empower your students with the skills to make informed financial decisions through fun and interactive learning experiences. Let's lay the foundation for a financially savvy future generation! The intended audience for this session is educators of students in grades 1 - 6.

23. Credits & Debits: Financial Literacy for Adolescent Learners

Program: School Improvement

Audience: High School Math Teachers, Coaches and Administrators, CTE Integrated Math Teachers

Dates: 8/5/2024

Join us for an engaging workshop designed to equip elementary educators with the tools to introduce financial literacy in the math classroom. This hands-on session will cover key concepts such as saving, spending, and budgeting, tailored to the comprehension level of young students. Participants will receive practical resources and lesson plans that align with math curriculum standards and foster an early interest in financial well-being. Empower your students with the skills to make informed financial decisions through fun and interactive learning experiences. Let's lay the foundation for a financially savvy future generation! The intended audience for this session is educators of students in grades 1 - 6.

24. Teacher Lead Evaluator Training - Initial

Program: School Improvement

Audience: School Leaders and Administrators

Dates: 8/7/2024

This webinar will dive deeper into performance levels and hands on practice, with emphasis on: inter-rater reliability, impact on your role as an administrator, and how the APPR process can be used to strengthen your school's goals. We will practice scoring an example using video clips and your district rubric. Participants will hone their evaluation skills and fulfill the re-certification requirements and use the rubrics determined in their own district APPR plan.

25. Teacher Lead Evaluator Training - Recertification

Program: School Improvement

Audience: School Leaders and Administrators

Dates: 8/7/2024

This webinar will dive deeper into performance levels and hands on practice, with emphasis on: inter-rater reliability, impact on your role as an administrator, and how the APPR process can be used to strengthen your school's goals. We will practice scoring an example using video clips and your district rubric. Participants will hone their evaluation skills and fulfill the re-certification requirements and use the rubrics determined in their own district APPR plan.

26. Incorporating Play for Connection and Belonging into School Libraries

Program: School Library System

Audience: School librarians, school library staff, teachers

Dates: 8/7/2024

Now more than ever students need to feel a sense of safety, connection and belonging with their fellow students. In an age with so many distractions from social media and the stressors in our world, students need a place they can feel safe and belong. Well-led social play is one of the fastest and most direct ways to build this sense of safety, connection and trust.
An added benefit is the joy, fun, self-care and connection that happens for the teachers themselves that in this PD Day experience with the Heart of Play.
Registration will start at 8:30, light refreshments will be included.

27. Knowledge Café at 9am with State Aid Planning

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 8/14/2024

CPE
CTLE
Topics: New webinar series to focus on assisting school district treasurers with accounting issues that affect maximizing state aid.

28. Coffee Talk

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 8/21/2024

CTLE
Preparing the State Aid Claim Forms: How to Complete Key Areas to Review to Maximize Aid and Troubleshooting Claim Form issues and Revisions

29. Investigations for Earth and Space Science - Workshop

Program: School Improvement

Dates: 8/22/2024

The high school investigations are here! Please join us for a hands-on workshop in which participants will: -Overview the structure of the NYS Science Learning Standards and their relation to the high school Earth and Space Science Investigations. -Outline the structure and function of the NYS Required Investigations. -Collaboratively conduct each investigation. -Discuss strategies for supporting student success with each investigation. The intended audience is all earth science educators, instructional coaches, and administrators. **This is the same session that was offered on July 11, 2024.

30. Investigations for Life Science (Biology) - Workshop

Program: School Improvement

Dates: 8/22/2024

The high school investigations are here! Please join us for a hands-on workshop in which participants will: -Overview the structure of the NYS Science Learning Standards and their relation to the high school Life Science (Biology) Investigations. -Outline the structure and function of the NYS Required Investigations. -Collaboratively conduct each investigation. -Discuss strategies for supporting student success with each investigation. The intended audience is all life science teachers, instructional coaches, and administrators. **This is the same session that was offered on July 11, 2024.

31. Teacher Lead Evaluator Training - Initial

Program: School Improvement

Audience: School Leaders and Administrators

Dates: 8/27/2024

This webinar will dive deeper into performance levels and hands on practice, with emphasis on: inter-rater reliability, impact on your role as an administrator, and how the APPR process can be used to strengthen your school's goals. We will practice scoring an example using video clips and your district rubric. Participants will hone their evaluation skills and fulfill the re-certification requirements and use the rubrics determined in their own district APPR plan.

32. Teacher Lead Evaluator Training - Recertification

Program: School Improvement

Audience: School Leaders and Administrators

Dates: 8/27/2024

This webinar will dive deeper into performance levels and hands on practice, with emphasis on: inter-rater reliability, impact on your role as an administrator, and how the APPR process can be used to strengthen your school's goals. We will practice scoring an example using video clips and your district rubric. Participants will hone their evaluation skills and fulfill the re-certification requirements and use the rubrics determined in their own district APPR plan.

33. Spotlight on New Books with Stacey & Alicia

Program: School Library System

Audience: school librarians, teachers, teaching assistants, PK-12

Dates: 8/27/2024

Join elementary librarian Stacey Rattner and high school librarian Alicia Abdul, who will spotlight book titles for students at all levels. Combining their love of literature with practical discussions on reading in and out of school, participants will also leave with a booklist in addition to ideas for activities and events.

Intended audience: school librarians, teachers, teaching assistants, PK-12
Registration starts at 8:30. Light refreshments and lunch are included.

34. TeaTime at Ten with State Aid Planning

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 8/27/2024

CPE
CTLE
Topics: Tips for Preparing the ST-3

35. Dignity for All Students Act Training (DASA) - Asynchronous

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Individuals seeking educator certification in New York State

Dates: 9/1/2024

The amended Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) took effect on July 1, 2013, under this amended legislation beginning January 1, 2014, all persons applying to the NYS Education Department for an administrative or supervisory service, classroom teaching service or school service certificate or coaching license must complete six (6) hours of coursework or training in harassment, bullying and discrimination prevention and intervention. The training proactively addresses the social patterns of harassment, bullying and discrimination and is designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to create an affirming school environment for all students. Participants must complete all of the required coursework at a satisfactory level in order to receive credit for course completion. The due date for this coursework is May 31, 2024. Payment of $80.00 must be received before a participant is marked as COMPLETED. Please make the check payable to Questar III BOCES and send to Debbie Rozniewski at 10 Empire State Boulevard, Castleton, NY 12033. The web link to the training materials will be sent out to registrants once registration is complete and paid in full.

36. TeaTime with State Aid Planning

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 9/10/2024

CPE
CTLE
Starting Soon
Topics: Tips for Reviewing and Revising the ST-3

37. Scaffolding Content Instruction for English Language Learners: Newcomers (On Demand 1-hour course)

Program: Capital District RBE-RN

Audience: educators and administrators of English Language Learners

Dates: 9/16/2024

New
During this interactive, on demand course, participants will (1) define scaffolding and the importance of scaffolding instruction for ELL newcomers; (2) explore a range of strategies for scaffolding instruction for ELL Newcomers; (3) apply strategies for scaffolding content activities for ELL Newcomers at different levels of English proficiency; (4) reflect on scaffolding and strategies to support ELL Newcomers. THIS COURSE WILL BE OPEN AND AVAILABLE FROM SEPTEMBER 16, 2024-DECEMBER 20, 2024. Course information will be provided by SupportEd upon registration once the course opens on September 16th. This course provides a certificate for one hour of PD from SupportEd upon successful completion.

38. Scaffolding Content Instruction for English Learners for Specials Teachers (on-demand course)

Program: Capital District RBE-RN

Audience: Specials teachers of English Language Learners

Dates: 9/16/2024

New
During this interactive on demand course, participants will (1) define scaffolding and the importance of scaffolding instruction for ELLs during Specials; (2) explore a range of strategies for scaffolding instruction for ELLs during Specials and (3) apply strategies for scaffolding content activities for ELLs at different levels of English proficiency in Specials classes. THIS COURSE WILL BE OPEN AND AVAILABLE FROM SEPTEMBER 16, 2024-DECEMBER 20, 2024. Course information will be provided by SupportEd upon registration (beginning September 16th). This course provides a certificate from SupportEd for one hour of PD upon successful completion.

39. Blue Ribbon Commission on Graduation Measures: Educator Forum

Program: School Improvement

Audience: School, district, BOCES staff (i.e., administrators, counselors, teachers, specialists)

Dates: 9/16/2024

In November 2023, the Blue Ribbon Commission on Graduation Measures presented their recommendations for future diploma requirements to the Board of Regents. Since then, the Department created a vision to implement these recommendations. Meeting attendees will have the opportunity to break into smaller groups to discuss and provide feedback to the Department on their proposed vision for implementing the recommendations of the Blue Ribbon Commission on Graduation Measures. Please attend and share your input!

40. Empowering Science Educators: Supporting All Learners in Secondary Science

Program: Capital District RBE-RN

Audience: Science Educators of ELLs

Dates: 9/16/2024 to 6/9/2025

New
This minds-on workshop is designed for secondary science teachers ready to three-dimensionalize their instructional practices and create student-centered, inclusive learning environments. Throughout the workshop, educators use their knowledge of the NYS Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS) and Performance Level Descriptions (PLDs) to explore strategies for supporting all students with Science and Engineering Practices (SEPs).
Educators will:
*Create learning environments that support all students, including English language learners (ELLs), by *Increasing student engagement and sense-making through the 5E Model of Instruction
*Focus on specific SEP strategies that foster critical thinking, collaboration, and authentic learning experiences
*Develop and collaborate on classroom resources (e.g., labs, activities, slide decks, hyperdocs, etc.)

41. Knowledge Café at 9am with State Aid Planning

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 9/18/2024

CPE
CTLE
Topics: New webinar series to focus on assisting school district treasurers with accounting issues that affect maximizing state aid.

42. Advocating for ELs: A Guide for Educators Book Study (self paced)

Program: Capital District RBE-RN

Audience: Educators, support staff, and administrators of English Language Learners

Dates: 9/23/2024

New
This self-paced book study is designed for educators who are looking for strategies to become a stronger advocate for English learners (ELs) and their families. This professional development opportunity will allow you to independently read and reflect on your learning in order to develop a stronger advocacy voice that you will use in youreducational context. The book study is framed around Diane Staehr Fenner's book Advocating for English Learners: A Guide for Educators. This book study will be open from September 23, 2024-June 23, 2025. Participants will receive a free copy of the book Advocating for English Learners: A Guide for Educators. Book Study information will be send directly from SupportEd.

43. Culturally Responsive Teaching for Multilingual Learners Online Book Study (self paced)

Program: Capital District RBE-RN

Audience: educators, administrators, and support staff of English Language Learners

Dates: 9/23/2024

New
There is no time like the present for you to reflect on your role in culturally responsive teaching and use new tools to build an even stronger school community that is inclusive of MLs. This self-paced book study is designed for educators looking for tools and strategies to support the implementation of culturally responsive teaching in their context. This professional development opportunity, applicable for administrators as well as ELD and content teachers, allows you to independently read and reflect on your learning. The book study is framed around Sydney Snyder and Diane Staehr Fenner's best-selling book Culturally Responsive Teaching for Multilingual Learners: Tools for Equity. This book study is open and available from September 23, 2024-June 23, 2025. Registrants will receive a free copy of the book Culturally Responsive Teaching for Multilingual Learners: Tools for Equity. Registrants will receive book study information directly from SupportEd.

44. Linguistics for Teachers of Emergent Bilinguals (on demand, self paced, asynchronous course)

Program: Capital District RBE-RN

Audience: Educators, administrators, and support staff of emergent bilinguals

Dates: 9/23/2024

New
This course will be open and available from September 23rd 2024 until June 23rd, 2025. This course is designed to deepen educator's knowledge and skills on evidence-based practices to help Multilingual Learners (MLLs) succeed academically and contains six modules, covering the development of oral and written language over five stages of language acquisition. Each module contains a video lecture, readings, a quiz, and workbook activities. Participants will:(1) develop an understanding of language as a system of knowledge and its individual components (pragmatics & world knowledge, phonology, morphology, the lexicon (vocabulary knowledge), and syntax; (2) gain awareness of the stages of language acquisition, both oral and written, to differentiate instruction; (3) expand expertise in integrating the teaching of linguistic skills in English into their content area and grade through the instructor's modeling of specific strategies and (4) analyze curriculum for content and language, and practice integrating the explicit teaching of linguistic skills with content through workbook activities. Once registered, you will be sent registration information and code. Please make sure to use the SAME email address to register as your email address associated with your Frontline registration.

45. Social-Emotional Learning for Multilingual Learners Online Book Study (asychronous)

Program: Capital District RBE-RN

Audience: Educators and administrators of ELLs

Dates: 9/23/2024

New
Discover ways you can embed social emotional learning (SEL) instruction into your repertoire to foster your multilingual learners' (MLs') language development, well-being, and academic success. This book study is based on the groundbreaking new book, Social Emotional Learning for Multilingual Learners: Essential Actions for Success from authors Diane Staehr Fenner, PhD and Mindi Teich, MEd. The book includes research-based strategies, checklists, and tools for integrating SEL for MLs so you can promote their well-being, relationships, academic language development, and access to content. You will learn how to foster MLs' access to the following SEL competencies: - Self-Awareness - Self- Management - Social Awareness - Relationship Skill - Responsible Decision-Making This asynchronous book study is open and available from September 23, 2024-June 20, 2025. A free copy of the book Social-Emotional Learning for Multilingual Learners will be provided.

46. Unlocking Multilingual Learners' Potential: Strategies for Making Content Accessible Book Study (self-paced, asynchronous)

Program: Capital District RBE-RN

Audience: educators, support staff, and administrators of Multilingual Learners

Dates: 9/23/2024

New
This self-paced book study is designed for educators looking for tools and strategies for Multilingual Learners' (MLs') learning in their context. This professional development opportunity, applicable for administrators as well as ELD and content teachers, allows you to independently read and reflect on your learning. The book study is framed around the bestselling book, Unlocking Multilingual Learners' Potential: Strategies for Making Content Accessible [2nd Edition] authored by the esteemed trio of Diane Staehr Fenner, PhD, Sydney Snyder, PhD and Meghan Gregoire-Smith, MA. Participants will receive a free copy of the book Unlocking Multilingual Learners' Potential: Strategies for Making Content Accessible (2nd edition). The book study will be open and available from September 23, 2024-June 23, 2025. Book study information will be sent directly from SupportEd.

47. C6 Biliteracy Instructional Framework: Lesson Planning via a Critical Consciousness Lens (Dr. Jose Medina/Educational Solutions)

Program: Capital District RBE-RN

Audience: Educators and administrators serving diverse populations/multilingual learners

Dates: 9/24/2024 to 12/10/2024

New
The C6 Biliteracy Instructional Framework is designed to specifically align with the research recommendations found in the Guiding Principles for Dual Language Education: Third Edition. The framework provides an opportunity for dual language teachers to create lessons that dismantle systems of oppression while also, allowing emergent bilingual students to access grade level standards regardless of language proficiency in either program language. Participants in the professional learning will be able to (1) lesson plan through an equity lens, while aligning with biliteracy instructional practices in the dual language classroom; (2) determine lesson planning components that are needed to effectively create access to grade level standards in both program languages and (3) plan for culturally sustaining lessons that dismantle systems of oppression. A Zoom link and associated handouts will be sent to registrants one day before the scheduled session.

48. New Librarian Orientation

Program: School Library System

Audience: School librarians

Dates: 9/24/2024

New
Please join the School Library System staff for a full-day of learning about the resources and opportunities available to you as a new - or "new-ish" - school librarian in the Questar III Region!

49. Book Buzz Elementary - 2024-25 Edition

Program: School Library System

Audience: School librarians and other educators

Dates: 9/24/2024 to 4/29/2025

New
Book Buzz - If you love books, but don't have time to read them all, then please join us for some rigorous discussion about great new books. All that's required is your latest read and your thoughts. Books should be appropriate for elementary students and published within the last 2 years. It's an awesome way to find out what books are out there and if they might work in your library or classroom.
We meet once a month, three times in the fall and three times in the spring. That's it! Hope to see you there.

Participants will receive credit at the end of the course, credit will not be given to participants who miss 3 or more sessions. All meetings will be held online.

Access information will be sent out the day before the event.

50. Distinguishing Between Language vs. Learning Differences for English Language Learners

Program: Capital District RBE-RN

Audience: Educators and administrators of ELs, Special Education educators

Dates: 9/26/2024

New
In this workshop, participants will explore key strategies for identifying and addressing language-related challenges versus learning difficulties and gain practical insights into effective assessment techniques and intervention strategies. This workshop is designed for educators, administrators of ELLs seeking to enhance their understanding and support for diverse learning needs.

51. Model Schools Liaison Meetings

Program: Model Schools

Audience: Ed Tech leaders

Dates: 9/26/2024 to 5/1/2025

These virtual meetings will provide district/building educational technology leaders with the latest information, policies and research from Questar III, NYSED, NYSCATE, Microsoft, Apple, Google, NYS Model Schools, and more. These meetings are free of charge for districts enrolled in the Questar Model Schools Base Fee. This opportunity provides a network of individuals to collaborate with and share best practices.

52. Explore the Full Potential of PebbleGo

Program: School Library System

Audience: All educators

Dates: 9/26/2024

Date: September 26, 2024
Time: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM (via Zoom)

Enhance your teaching tools with an in-depth overview of PebbleGo and its add-ons. This webinar will cover:

*PebbleGo: A K-2 learning tool with modules in Science, Social Studies, Health, Biographies, and Animals.
*PebbleGo Next: Articles for 3rd-5th graders aligned with state and national standards.
*PebbleGo Spanish: Switch between English and Spanish across all K-2 modules.
*PebbleGo Create: Multimedia tools for students and engaging content creation for teachers.
*Capstone Connect: Access thousands of K-5 standards-aligned resources.
*eBooks: Over 6,000 eBooks in English and Spanish with unlimited access.
*We'll also showcase our eBook player.

Learning Objectives:

*Understand the core features and functionalities of PebbleGo and its add-ons.
*Explore how PebbleGo Next supports 3rd-5th grade students with age-appropriate content aligned to standards.
*Learn how to utilize PebbleGo Spanish to support bilingual education for K-2 students.
*Discover the capabilities of PebbleGo Create for student multimedia projects and teacher content creation.
*Navigate Capstone Connect to find K-5 standards-aligned content and instructional ideas.
*Utilize the eBook player to access and integrate eBooks into your curriculum effectively.

Register now to secure your spot!

53. Communication Coordinator Meeting #1 - GENERAL MEMBERSHIP

Program: School Library System

Audience: School Librarians in the Questar III Region

Dates: 10/1/2024

Quarterly meetings for SLS Communications Coordinators as mandated in NY State Education Law 90.18. Communications Coordinators are updated on topics such as NY State Education updates, technology, and Information Fluency Skills. Professional development is provided on current issues. Information is brought back to other librarians in their districts. ALL school librarians are welcome.

54. Incorporating Play Workshop Part 2

Program: School Library System

Audience: Teachers, teaching assistants, administrators

Dates: 10/1/2024

Questar III School Library System is partnering with Mr. Howard Moody to offer two interactive workshop experiences. Howard Moody is the author of "The Heart of Play”, and is an experienced leader of play workshops for educators, parents, counselors, and others looking to bring more play and connection into children's lives.

Part 2 - Improv theater: Skills for life. Some of the most important tools a young person can learn are how to be creative, be a good problem solver, be socially and emotionally responsible and be an effective communicator. These are skills that are a part of any improvisational theater performers' tool kit. These skills can be taught through simple, easy to learn, improv theater games; games and activities that embody how to support your partner and make them look good, trust your creativity and intuition and say yes to all possibilities. Another important skill of good improv is being a good storyteller. Storytelling is an integral part of the library experience. In this workshop we will also explore the key components of creative storytelling, being a good communicator and saying yes to life and have lots of fun and laughter along the way.

55. Dignity for All Students Act Training (DASA) - Asynchronous

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Individuals seeking educator certification in New York State

Dates: 10/1/2024

The amended Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) took effect on July 1, 2013, under this amended legislation beginning January 1, 2014, all persons applying to the NYS Education Department for an administrative or supervisory service, classroom teaching service or school service certificate or coaching license must complete six (6) hours of coursework or training in harassment, bullying and discrimination prevention and intervention. The training proactively addresses the social patterns of harassment, bullying and discrimination and is designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to create an affirming school environment for all students. Participants must complete all of the required coursework at a satisfactory level in order to receive credit for course completion. The due date for this coursework is May 31, 2024. Payment of $80.00 must be received before a participant is marked as COMPLETED. Please make the check payable to Questar III BOCES and send to Debbie Rozniewski at 10 Empire State Boulevard, Castleton, NY 12033. The web link to the training materials will be sent out to registrants once registration is complete and paid in full.

56. Empowering Partnerships:
Communicating with Families of Newcomer Students

Program: Model Schools

Audience: All teachers

Dates: 10/1/2024

In this workshop, educators will explore effective strategies for engaging and communicating with families who speak little to no English and whose children are Newcomers to the US school system. Building strong partnerships with these families is crucial for supporting the academic and social success of our Newcomer students. By implementing engaging strategies and leveraging technology, educators can establish strong partnerships with Newcomer families, promote a sense of belonging, and ultimately support the academic success of our Newcomer students.

57. Educational Technology Roundtable

Program: Model Schools

Audience: Teachers, Ed Tech Coaches

Dates: 10/3/2024 to 5/29/2025

Join us for an engaging series of workshops designed to provide educators with the opportunity to share best practices and innovative ways to incorporate educational technology into lessons. Connect and network with other teachers to collaborate and learn from one another. Stay current on the latest research and discover new tech tools to enhance your teaching experience. This workshop is free for Questar Districts as part of the Model Schools Base Fee. Don't miss this valuable opportunity to enhance your teaching skills and expand your technological teaching toolkit!

58. SAP Fall Workshop - Syracuse

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 10/3/2024

CTLE
CPE
New
SAP Fall Workshop

59. SAP Fall Workshop - Putnam-Northern Westchester

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 10/7/2024

CTLE
CPE
New
SAP Fall Workshop

60. SAP Fall Workshop - Long Island

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 10/8/2024

CTLE
CPE
New
SAP Fall Workshop

61. Regional Principals Institute: Effective Educational Leadership Strategies for Principals

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Elementary. Middle, and High School Principals at schools in the Questar III BOCES region.

Dates: 10/9/2024

This session of the Regional Principals Institute will offer participants a panel discussion and interactive small and whole group discussions focusing on the art of leadership for principals. The panel will consist of local principals at the elementary, middle, and high school levels while the interactive discussions will be driven by relevant topics for current principals.

62. i-Ready User Group

Program: Model Schools

Audience: Leaders, teachers, coaches, specialists are all encouraged to attend!

Dates: 10/10/2024

New
Join your i-Ready Partners to learn about the latest research on student learning and dive into your data following your first Diagnostic. We'll have opportunities to collaborate with colleagues from neighboring districts to refine our practices in using data to inform instruction, explore strategies to engage all stakeholders and plan for an impactful year ahead. Leaders, teachers, coaches, specialists are all encouraged to attend!

63. Book Buzz Secondary - 2024-25 Edition

Program: School Library System

Audience: School librarians and other educators

Dates: 10/10/2024 to 4/10/2025

Book Buzz - If you love books, but don't have time to read them all, then please join us for some rigorous discussion about great new books. All that's required is your latest read and your thoughts. Books should be appropriate for secondary students and published within the last 2 years. It's an awesome way to find out what books are out there and if they might work in your library or classroom.
We meet once a month, three times in the fall and three times in the spring. That's it! Hope to see you there.

Participants will receive credit at the end of the course, credit will not be given to participants who miss 3 or more sessions. All meetings will be held online.

Access information will be sent out the day before the event.

64. Fall Workshop - WSWHE BOCES

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 10/11/2024

CTLE
CPE
New
SAP Fall Workshop

65. Fall Workshop - Oneonta

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 10/15/2024

CTLE
CPE
New
SAP Fall Workshop

66. Coffee Talk

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 10/16/2024

CTLE
SLFS (ESSA Reporting)

67. School Library System Council Meeting #1

Program: School Library System

Audience: Questar III SLS Council Members

Dates: 10/16/2024

Quarterly meeting of the School Library Council per Commissioner's Regulations 90.18(b)(2)(i). The Council acts as the Board of Trustees in guiding the School Library System with goals, objectives and action plans. This group is represented by school librarians, administrators, public librarians, Capital District Library Council, NERIC, local University School of Library and Information programs, and members at large.

68. Collaborative Literacy Network - An Ongoing Conversation

Program: School Improvement

Audience: All educators, including teachers, teaching assistants, administrators, and other instructional leaders are invited and encouraged to attend this free virtual event.

Dates: 10/17/2024

New
The Collaborative Literacy Summer Kickoff Event held on August 13, 2024 was a great hit! We are pleased to offer a "continuing conversations" platform where members of Capital Region BOCES, HFM BOCES, Questar III BOCES, and WSWHE BOCES can meet virtually to have guided discussions which deeply dive into various topics related to literacy. The first meeting will be hosted (virtually) by Questar III BOCES.

69. SAP Fall Workshop - OHM BOCES

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 10/18/2024

CTLE
CPE
New
SAP Fall Workshop

70. New Teacher Academy PLCs

Program: School Improvement

Audience: New teachers can be defined as someone who is new to the profession (year 1 - 3), new to a school / district, and those in a new role at their current school / district. Various topics relevant to new teachers will be facilitated by members of the School Improvement staff.

Dates: 10/21/2024 to 6/9/2025

New
Any and all new teachers to be part of the 2024-2025 Regional New Teachers Cohort. This cohort will be encouraged to communicate throughout the year to share questions, ideas, successes, challenges, and more. School Improvement staff will host quarterly meetings of the cohort. New teachers can be defined as someone who is new to the profession (year 1 - 3), new to a school / district, and those in a new role at their current school / district. Various topics relevant to new teachers will be facilitated by members of the School Improvement staff.

71. The Science & Joy of Reading in the School Library

Program: School Library System

Audience: School librarians, classroom teachers

Dates: 10/22/2024

Librarians and library services play a significant role in the literacy development of young people. Through their expertise and the use of library resources, librarians positively influence the implementation and success of evidence-based literacy instruction as defined by NYSED's Literacy Briefs and current research about literacy and libraries. In this workshop, participants will examine research findings and instructional resources, collaborate with peers, and develop plans for supporting and enhancing students' literacy and social development.

Donalyn Miller, author of The Joy of Reading: Supporting Social Development and Building Background Knowledge Through Wide Reading

Research findings show that wide reading can foster the development of positive social behaviors and attitudes, including empathy. Wide reading remains one of the most accessible ways for young people to build background knowledge about topics of personal interest and academic study. In this session, Donalyn Miller will share research findings, instructional moves, resources, and programming ideas for promoting wide reading. Session includes workshop time to explore resources and collaborate with peers.

72. American Scenery & Indigenous Presence

Program: School Improvement

Audience: History Educators

Dates: 10/22/2024

New
Overview: This free streamlined one-day professional development session helps educators gain CTLE (Continuing Teacher and Leader Education) credits and provides training from history experts on how to use 19th-century American landscape paintings of New York views to teach required curriculum topics. Learning Objectives: Learn new techniques from history experts on how to use Thomas Cole's engaging American landscape paintings that depict Native American figures to teach the curriculum topics Industrialization, European Colonization, Westward Movement & Expansion, Native American Groups & the Environment, and more. Includes sessions with Greene County Historian Jonathan Palmer, and Museum Curators Kate Menconeri and Amanda Malmstrom, on how to use tools of inquiry, visual analysis, and place-based learning with curriculum materials, including primary source texts, first-person accounts, paintings, and cultural reproductions. Upon completion of the workshop, teachers can receive CTLE credits, provided by Questar III Boces. Access Details: The workshop is free but requires advance registration. Participants receive free museum access, workshop materials and lunch. The workshop will take place in person at the Thomas Cole National historic Site in Catskill, New York. Sponsored by the Warner Foundation's Teaching American History Through Art project

73. Fall Workshop - Buffalo

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 10/22/2024

CTLE
CPE
New
SAP Fall Workshop

74. Supporting Refugees and Immigrants in Schools

Program: Capital District RBE-RN

Audience: Educators, school administrators, and support staff of multilingual learners

Dates: 10/23/2024

New
Participants will learn about practical approaches for addressing cultural differences, language barriers, and emotional challenges, and gain tools to foster resilience and academic success among refugee and immigrant students. This workshop is designed for educators, school administrators, and support staff committed to enhancing educational experiences for all students.

75. Fall Workshop - Rochester

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 10/23/2024

CTLE
CPE
New
SAP Fall Workshop

76. Comprehensive School Threat Assessment Guidelines (CSTAG) Training Workshop

Program: Health & Safety

Audience: District-level administrators, principals, safety team members, and anyone whose role is relevant to this training.

Dates: 10/24/2024

Our Questar III Health and Safety Office will be hosting a one-day workshop for school threat assessment teams on the Comprehensive School Threat Assessment Guidelines (CSTAG) model (Dr. Dewey Cornell, University of Virginia) for conducting threat assessments in schools. The session will be held on Thursday, October 24, from 830am-330pm at our Central Office Conference Center. Members of the CSTAG team will present the Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence. These guidelines allow school-based teams to evaluate student threats of violence, quickly resolve less serious transient threats and take appropriate action in response to more serious, substantive threats. We recommend school threat assessment teams attend together as case studies will be presented and walked through as part of the workshop. The one-day training will include:




•Rationale for threat assessment,




•Misconceptions about the nature and scope of school violence,




•Ineffective responses to school violence - zero tolerance discipline and excessive security measures,




•How to conduct a threat assessment,




•How to identify and resolve transient threats, and




•How to identify and resolve substantive threats. One training manual per district will be provided for each team. Lunch will also be provided. Total Cost for each attendee is $175.

77. Fall Workshop - Watertown

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 10/25/2024

CTLE
CPE
New
SAP Fall Workshop

78. Knowledge Café at 9am with State Aid Planning

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 10/29/2024

CPE
CTLE
Topics: New webinar series to focus on assisting school district treasurers with accounting issues that affect maximizing state aid.

79. Advanced Placement (AP) Regional Professional Learning Community - Quarterly Meetings

Program: School Improvement

Audience: All AP Educators

Dates: 10/29/2024 to 4/29/2025

New
This PLC is designed to bring together AP Educators and AP Coordinators from Columbia, Greene, and Rensselaer Counties. In this supportive and collaborative environment, we will focus on exchanging insights, collaborating and sharing resources for innovative teaching and learning, and providing rigorous and engaging instruction practices, in an effort to continuously improve student outcomes across diverse content areas.

80. (Albany Location) Angelo Del Toro Puerto Rican/Hispanic Youth Leadership Institute: Train the Trainers

Program: The Angelo Del Toro PR/HYLI

Audience: Statewide PR/HYLI Training Team(s)

Dates: 10/30/2024

PR/HYLI 2024-2025 Train the Trainers: Albany location Attendees at this training will receive training on pedagogical and best practice strategies for the 2024-2025 Angelo Del Toro Puerto Rican / Hispanic Youth Leadership Institute curriculum. Discussions will center on incorporating the 2024-2025 theme of Perseverance and the Power of Democracy into existing curriculum, differentiation and scaffolding modifications for our Multilingual Learners - and English dominant vs Spanish dominant students, and providing a student-centered overview of Parliamentary Procedures in preparation for the annual Institute Weekend.

81. Fall Workshop - Mid-Hudson

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 10/30/2024

CTLE
CPE
New
SAP Fall Workshop

82. SAP Fall Workshop (Webinar and Questar III)

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 11/1/2024

CTLE
CPE
Online Webinar

83. Dignity for All Students Act Training (DASA) - Asynchronous

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Individuals seeking educator certification in New York State

Dates: 11/1/2024

The amended Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) took effect on July 1, 2013, under this amended legislation beginning January 1, 2014, all persons applying to the NYS Education Department for an administrative or supervisory service, classroom teaching service or school service certificate or coaching license must complete six (6) hours of coursework or training in harassment, bullying and discrimination prevention and intervention. The training proactively addresses the social patterns of harassment, bullying and discrimination and is designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to create an affirming school environment for all students. Participants must complete all of the required coursework at a satisfactory level in order to receive credit for course completion. The due date for this coursework is May 31, 2024. Payment of $80.00 must be received before a participant is marked as COMPLETED. Please make the check payable to Questar III BOCES and send to Debbie Rozniewski at 10 Empire State Boulevard, Castleton, NY 12033. The web link to the training materials will be sent out to registrants once registration is complete and paid in full.

84. Coffee Talk

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 11/6/2024

CTLE
Review of Excess Cost Aid

85. (NYC Location) Angelo Del Toro Puerto Rican/Hispanic Youth Leadership Institute: Train the Trainers

Program: The Angelo Del Toro PR/HYLI

Audience: Statewide PR/HYLI Training Team(s)

Dates: 11/16/2024

PR/HYLI 2024-2025 Train the Trainers: NYC location Attendees at this training will receive training on pedagogical and best practice strategies for the 2024-2025 Angelo Del Toro Puerto Rican / Hispanic Youth Leadership Institute curriculum. Discussions will center on incorporating the 2024-2025 theme of Perseverance and the Power of Democracy into existing curriculum, differentiation and scaffolding modifications for our Multilingual Learners - and English dominant vs Spanish dominant students, and providing a student-centered overview of Parliamentary Procedures in preparation for the annual Institute Weekend.

86. Knowledge Café at 9am with State Aid Planning

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 11/20/2024

CPE
CTLE
Topics: New webinar series to focus on assisting school district treasurers with accounting issues that affect maximizing state aid.

87. Digital Diversity:
AI Solutions for Teachers of Young English Language Learners

Program: Model Schools

Audience: teachers

Dates: 12/3/2024

This workshop is designed to equip teachers with effective strategies and tools to enhance the learning experiences of English Language Learners (ELLs) in kindergarten through fifth grade using artificial intelligence (AI) technology. The workshop will focus on practical methods for leveraging AI in the classroom in order to support ELLs in developing their English language proficiency and academic skills.

88. Coffee Talk

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 12/11/2024

CTLE
State Aid Output Reports and State Aid Reconciliation

89. Knowledge Café at 9am with State Aid Planning

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 12/18/2024

CPE
CTLE
Topics: New webinar series to focus on assisting school district treasurers with accounting issues that affect maximizing state aid.

90. 3rd Annual Showcase of Excellence: Communication Coordinator Meeting #2 joint w/SLS Council

Program: School Library System

Audience: School Librarians in the Questar III Region

Dates: 1/15/2025

Quarterly meetings for SLS Communications Coordinators as mandated in NY State Education Law 90.18. Communications Coordinators are updated on topics such as NY State Education updates, technology, and Information Fluency Skills. Professional development is provided on current issues. Information is brought back to other librarians in their districts. ALL school librarians are welcome.
3rd Annual Showcase of Excellence - xchool librarians from Questar III component districts will present on success stories, best practices, and turnkey ideas.

This will also serve as the joint SLS Council and Communication Coordinators meeting for the 2024-25 school year.

Snow Date - January 22, 2024

91. Coffee Talk

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 1/15/2025

CTLE
Tax Cap and Building Aid

92. Regional Principals Institute: Effective Educational Leadership Strategies for Principals

Program: School Improvement

Audience: Elementary. Middle, and High School Principals at schools in the Questar III BOCES region.

Dates: 1/16/2025

This session of the Regional Principals Institute will focus on challenging issues that current principals have dealt with, are dealing with, and/or will deal with in the future. Presenters will offer two scenarios: the ethics of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and book challenges. The presentation and collaborative discussions will allow participating principals to work through these issues and leave with strategies to handle these specific issues as well as a template for handling other issues that principals face.
Join us for an engaging workshop tailored for educators working with English Language Learners in grades 6-12, focusing effective strategies to promote spelling and phonemic awareness instruction. Participants will also deepen their understanding of the science of reading, gaining insights into evidence-based practices that support literacy development. Special attention will be given to addressing the needs of English Language Learners, offering practical techniques to scaffold language learning and promote academic success through innovative educational technology strategies integrated into the curriculum. Learn how to differentiate instruction and provide targeted support to meet the diverse needs of learners in your classroom effectively.
Don't miss this opportunity to expand your teaching toolkit and discover new ways to engage and support students in their literacy journey!

94. Knowledge Café at 9am with State Aid Planning

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 1/22/2025

CPE
CTLE
Topics: New webinar series to focus on assisting school district treasurers with accounting issues that affect maximizing state aid.

95. Angelo Del Toro Puerto Rican / Hispanic Youth Leadership Institute: Scholarship Rating Training, Norming and Implementation Session

Program: The Angelo Del Toro PR/HYLI

Audience: PR/HYLI Delegation Leaders and Trainers and/or English and Spanish teachers

Dates: 2/11/2025

Angelo Del Toro Puerto Rican / Hispanic Youth Leadership Institute: Scholarship Rating Training, Norming and Implementation Session Attendees of this session will receive specific training on the 2024-2025 PR/HYLI Scholarship Essay Writing Prompt and Rating Rubric. This review and calibration of the rubric will enable rating participants to streamline an equitable rating process for both English-dominant and Spanish-dominant student essays. Facilitators will conduct a norming session for participants, through an optimized rating-process via panel discussion and roundtable forum(s). This training session will be followed by an implementation-workshop session, where participants may apply this rubric in smaller roundtable rating groups.

96. Knowledge Café at 9am with State Aid Planning

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 2/19/2025

CPE
CTLE
Topics: New webinar series to focus on assisting school district treasurers with accounting issues that affect maximizing state aid.
Potential English Language Learners (ELLs) bring unique challenges and opportunities to our classrooms. Their diverse linguistic backgrounds enrich our educational environment, but they also require specialized strategies and resources to ensure their academic success. This workshop focuses on equipping teachers with strategies to support PreK Potential ELL students through personalized learning approaches and technology integration. By combining personalized learning techniques with technology tools, educators can create inclusive and engaging learning environments that cater to the individual needs of PreK Potential ELLs. Throughout the workshop, participants will explore practical methods to differentiate instruction, leverage technology for language acquisition, and foster a culturally responsive classroom. Join us to discover how personalized learning and technology can enhance the educational experience for PreK Potential ELLs and empower teachers to meet diverse learning needs effectively. This workshop is a continuation from our PD of Utilizing Educational Technology with PreK Potential ELLs.

98. Coffee Talk

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 3/12/2025

CTLE
Budget Vote Process, Disclosure Requirements, Property Tax Report Card, Contingent Budget, and Budget Notice (A Case Study)

99. High Leverage Practices for Multilingual Learners with Disabilities

Program: Capital District RBE-RN

Audience: Educators, special education professionals, and school leaders of diverse student populations.

Dates: 3/19/2025

New
Based on the Council for Exceptional Children's guidelines, participants will discover effective, evidence based strategies to support multilingual learners with disabilities, focusing on tailored instruction, assessment techniques, and collaborative approaches. This workshop is ideal for educators, special education professionals, and school leaders seeking to enhance education outcomes and equity for diverse student populations.

100. Knowledge Café at 9am with State Aid Planning

Program: State Aid Planning

Dates: 3/19/2025

CPE
CTLE
Topics: New webinar series to focus on assisting school district treasurers with accounting issues that affect maximizing state aid.

101. i-Ready User Group

Program: Model Schools

Audience: Leaders, teachers, coaches, specialists are all encouraged to attend!

Dates: 3/20/2025

New
Join your i-Ready Partners to learn about the latest research on student learning and dive into your data following your second Diagnostic. We'll have opportunities to collaborate with colleagues from neighboring districts to refine our practices in using data to inform instruction and explore strategies to engage all stakeholders to finish the year strong. Leaders, teachers, coaches, specialists are all encouraged to attend!