Frontline Education

1. CCTC- Science of Reading Fundamentals

Program: Cortland County Teacher Center

Audience: K-12 Teachers, Reading/Literacy Coaches

Dates: 6/1/2024 to 9/24/2024

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This fully online, self-paced curriculum leads to 35 CTLE hours that support NYS teachers' professional certification and a micro-credential from SUNY New Paltz. The Science of Reading Fundamentals introduces innovative, evidence-based tools and concepts that are a valuable complement to any P-12 literacy curriculum and a useful starting point for anyone interested in the latest research about how children learn to read.

2. CCTC- What We Say and How We Say It Matter: Teacher Talk That Improves Student Learning and Behavior

Program: Cortland County Teacher Center

Audience: K-12 administration, faculty, and staff

Dates: 6/17/2024 to 9/1/2024

Bring your language habits more in line with your best intentions as an educator. A book will be provided. Mike Anderson will help you to: Understand how the language we use with students is so crucial to their academic and emotional engagement in school; Consider language habits and patterns in three main areas: culture & climate, positive behavior, and academic engagement; Explore many "instead of this--try this" examples to help you consider language shifts you might try; Learn a process for changing language habits--and set a goal for person growth; Gain access to a wide array of supportive resources--including articles, videos, podcasts, and more. When you finish the course, you can print a certificate showing 6 hours of professional learning. Upon completion, email a copy of your certificate to teachercenter@cortlandschools.org for CTLE credit on Frontline. You will have access to this course for a year. Complete by 9/1/24 for Summer CTLE credit.

3. CCTC-Local History Markers Summer PLC

Program: Cortland County Teacher Center

Audience: K-12 Teachers

Dates: 7/1/2024

As a Cortland County PLC participant, you will review the Pomeroy Foundation materials, align student curriculum plans, and have opportunities to visit the Cortland Historical Society over the summer. You will then lead or co-lead implementation for your school in the fall of 2024. This is an exciting opportunity that connects curriculum to real-life educational outcomes in local communities. The specially tailored unit about historical markers includes three, week-long lessons in the following areas: Introduction to civic literacy, public history, and power of place Historical research, primary sources, and applying for a marker Submitting a grant application and planning a commemoration.

4. CCTC- The Catherine B. Reynolds Foundation Civil War Washington Summer Institute

Program: Cortland County Teacher Center

Audience: K12 Teachers

Dates: 7/7/2024 to 7/12/2024

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In this institute, invited participants connect with peers to illuminate new perspectives and under-told stories, explore historic sites, and collect a wealth of resources. Gain tools to help students grapple with histories whose legacies matter today. Professional Learning Activities Include: - A closer look at primary sources: President Lincoln's leadership and the United States Colored Troops - Story-telling and Perspective-taking through historical drama: two plays, One Destiny and Necessary Sacrifices - Close reading of Lincoln's Second Inaugural Address - Using topography as a primary source: explore Civil War sites in Georgetown through a neighborhood walk. - Examine truth in memory: tour Tudor Place and dig deep into the stories of Britannia Wellington Kennon. - Practice historical empathy: unpack the life and death decisions enslaved people faced when considering self-emancipation. - Hands-on History in the Lincoln Collection at the National Museum of American History: engage with artifacts that are not on display to the general public -The power of oratory and how it helped to shape and strengthen Douglass' life. - Investigate the power of photography and track how Douglass and others used it to battle for progress. - Interactive tour of President Lincoln's Cottage - Perspective-taking exercises: Lincoln's Toughest Decisions: Debating Emancipation - Walking reflection on the Soldier's Home grounds - Facilitated dialogue on the present-day legacies of slavery - School-year planning and final reflection

5. Advancing Thinking Through Writing Summer Series

Program: Cortland County Teacher Center

Audience: K-12 Teachers

Dates: 7/22/2024 to 7/24/2024

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This course introduces participants to the Hochman Method®, an explicit set of sequenced strategies for teaching expository writing that can be integrated into any content. Specific strategies are presented to improve the structure, coherence, and clarity of students' writing, beginning at the sentence level. The focus moves to outlines, paragraphs, and compositions. Participants will also learn how to teach note-taking, summarization, and revision. There are opportunities to practice and create activities as well as receive feedback from TWR faculty.

6. BCTC Tech Boot Camp Session 1 & 2 - Canva and Donors Choose

Program: Teacher Center of Broome County

Audience: K-12 Educators

Dates: 8/20/2024

This 2 hr workshop will include: 1. Introduction to using Canva to unlock your creativity! 2. Learn how Donors Choose can fund your classroom projects.

7. BCTC- Tech Boot Camp Session 3- AI

Program: Teacher Center of Broome County

Dates: 8/20/2024 to 8/27/2024

Day 1- Aug. 20th. Objective: Identify the opportunities where AI can assist in professional needs as an educator. Discover the fundamentals of how AI works and how AI can share the workload for you as an educator. Day 2- Aug 27-Objective: Identify the skills needed to be successful when using AI. Develop skills in crafting prompts for AI, identify areas of growth for students, and build awareness of cybersecurity considerations.

8. BCTC-Cybersecurity Today with Cyber.org Content

Program: Teacher Center of Broome County

Audience: Elementary Level Educators

Dates: 8/26/2024

Educator Beth Baldwin has completed Part I of the Smart Start program and is currently participating in Smart Start Part II. Beth will be instructing from Cyber.org curriculum. This workshop will offer a working understanding of the NYS Computer Science and Digital Fluency standards including activities and lesson ideas.

9. BCTC-Tech Boot Camp Session 1 & 2 -Computational Thinking

Program: Teacher Center of Broome County

Audience: Elementary and Middle School Educators

Dates: 8/27/2024

This 2 hr workshop will: 1. Identify the skills to teach computational thinking with coding tool Sphero Bolt 2. Identify the skills to teach computational thinking with coding tool Cubelet

10. BCTC- 'The Crossroads of Culture' Multi-Session Workshop with Binghamton University History Dept.

Program: Teacher Center of Broome County

Audience: Middle School Level and Secondary Level History Teachers, ELL Teachers and all teachers who may be interested in attending

Dates: 8/28/2024 to 2/12/2025

Teachers who did not attend Session 1 on Aug. 28th are still welcome to register and attend session 2 and 3. Binghamton University History Professors Dr. Lubna and Dr. Sule and PhD candidate Sawsan Werfelli will lecture on: Crossroads of Culture: Embracing Middle Eastern Diversity in Education. Learning Outcomes: This professional development series will explore the diverse and vibrant cultures of the Middle East, with a focus on religious traditions, customs, and cultural nuances. Educators will gain insights and tools to promote cultural competency in the classroom, fostering understanding and respect among students of all backgrounds.

11. BCTC- Mindful Schools approach to educators practicing Mindfulness in the Classroom.

Program: Teacher Center of Broome County

Audience: All Educators

Dates: 8/29/2024

Outcomes: 1. Explore ways to be present here and now, paying attention to our thoughts, bodily sensations, emotions and external environment with kindness, non-judgement and curiosity. 2. Identify the difference between 'Being Mode vs Doing Mode'. 3. Participate and role-play implementing simple mindfulness techniques in the classroom.

12. BCTC- Jennifer Wegmann, Wellness Solutions

Program: Teacher Center of Broome County

Audience: All Educators

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

Professor Jennifer Wegmann from Binghamton University will be hosting a 6 session professional development series. This series Mission is to: empower individuals to lead healthier, happier, and more fulfilling lives by cultivating positive change. Positive change, in turn, creates healthy communities and organizations.

13. CRTC Math Network

Program: Catskill Regional Teacher Center

Dates: 9/16/2024 to 5/21/2025

Our math network is led by SUNY Oneonta's Dr. Elyssa Stoddard. The purpose of the network is to allow secondary math teachers to share resources, ideas, and support each other in an informal manner. Research shows that "network programs provided quality materials and training that was useful".

MathNetwork tentative meetings and topics for 2024-2025

Sept 18th 3:30 Math Network Discussion: "I'm not a math person": Ways to start the year to push back on this myth
Oct 16th 3:30 Math Network Discussion: Changes to the standards and state exams 1/4 Share your experiences, questions, worries.
Nov 20th 3:30 Math Network Discussion: Curriculum and resources- What's (not) working? What do you need?
Dec 18th 3:30 Math Network Discussion: How is AI impacting your math classroom? Can it help?
Feb 12th 3:30 Math Network Discussion: Doing both: Developing Understanding and Fluency
Mar 19th 3:30 Math Network Discussion: Differentiated instruction: Handling students with different needs
Apr 9th 3:30 Math Network Discussion: Homework- Is it going like you want it to?
May 21st 3:30 Math Network Discussion: Looking back and ahead: How did this year go? What are you thinking about for next year?

14. CRTC LTA Network

Program: Catskill Regional Teacher Center

Audience: LTA's

Dates: 9/17/2024 to 5/20/2025

Licensed Teachers are a vital part of the school community but their job duties vary from school to school and even within schools. Sometimes they are included in professional learning and faculty meetings and sometimes not. This network seeks to support LTA's by sharing experiences. While LTA's drive the converstation guest will be brought in to provide information based up the networks needs.

15. STTCN Regional Meetings 24/25

Program: Southern Tier Teacher Center Network

Audience: Directors and guests

Dates: 9/20/2024 to 5/16/2025

Regional meeting sign up for Southern Tier Teacher Center directors and guests.

16. CRTC Science Network

Program: Catskill Regional Teacher Center

Audience: All Educators especially teachers of science

Dates: 9/23/2024 to 5/19/2025

Our science network is led by Cherry Valley Springfield's Thomas Fralick. The purpose of the network is to allow teachers to share resources, ideas, and support in an informal manner. Research shows that networks "network programs provided quality materials and training that was useful". Teachers of all subject and grade levels are encouraged to join our networks.

Science Network tentative meetings and topics for 2024-2025

Sept 23rd 4:30 Science Network Discussion (qft)
Oct 28th 4:30 Science Network SUNY Oneonta Planetarium/Science Discovery Center
Nov 18th 4:30 Science Network Discussion
Dec 16th 4:30 Science Network The Science of Fermentation at Brewery Main Street Oneonta
Jan 27th 4:30 Science Network Discussion
Feb 24th 4:30 Science Network Explore a Business. Clark Sports,
Mar 24th 4:30 Science Network Discussion
Apr 28nd 4:30 Science Network Spring Hike Table Rock
May 19th 4:30 Science Network Discussion Howes Cave

17. BCTC- AI Continuation: Day 3 and Day 4

Program: Teacher Center of Broome County

Audience: Educators of all grade levels

Dates: 9/24/2024 to 10/8/2024

Teachers who did not attend Day 1 & 2 in August are welcome to attend these days. These PD sessions will be in a hybrid format. The zoom link will be sent to those teachers who are registered for the workshop.

Day 3: Sept. 24:

Objective: Identify the skills needed to be successful when using AI and start creating a lesson teaching students about AI linked to CSDF Standards:

- Skills to evaluate things created with AI

- Media literacy and ethics

- CSDF connections

Day 4: Oct. 8:

Objective: Create a lesson teaching students about AI:

- Prioritize CSDF standards based on students' needs

- Identify safe resources that students can interact with to construct knowledge

- Prioritize look fors for implementation with students

18. CRTC- MTSS Literacy Network formerly the AIS network

Program: Catskill Regional Teacher Center

Audience: Special Education and AIS teachers

Dates: 9/26/2024 to 5/15/2025

Our AIS Network is led by Unatego's Kate Webb.The purpose of the network is to allow teachers to share resources, ideas, and support in an informal manner. Research shows that "network programs provided quality materials and training that was useful". Teachers of all subject and grade levels are encouraged to join our Networks. AIS Network Tentative meetings for 2024-2025 @ 6:30 Sept 26th Oct 24th Nov 21st Dec 19th Jan 16th Feb 27th Mar 20th Apr 10th May 15th

19. CRTC- New or Young Teachers Network

Program: Catskill Regional Teacher Center

Audience: New Teachers with Less than 2 years experience

Dates: 9/27/2024 to 5/6/2025

The teachers of the CRTC are committed to supporting you in your teaching and educational career. This will be an exciting time for you as you transition from college to "the real world".The goal of this network is to increase teacher retention by providing professional support and opportunities for socialization. This New Teacher Network will provide an opportunity for you to meet other people that are in a similar stage in life. Most of our schools in our region are small, so you may feel isolated and alone. We are here to let you know that you are not alone. This network will help you to connect to our region by providing an opportunity for new teachers to connect socially with other new teachers, and learn about the resources in our region.
This network is for teachers with less than 2 years of teaching experience. More experienced teachers interested in supporting new teachers are welcome to participate as well. Below are anticipated dates and topics.
Sept 27th What is the Catskill Regional Teacher Center? How does the CRTC support you? How can you learn about professional learning opportunities? How is professional development learning different from traditional professional learning? Understanding the school rhythms. Open house suggestions, Parent engagement. Boundary setting. Communication
Oct 25th What are you reading? Keeping up with the profession. Time Classroom and Mental Health Management. Parent-Teacher Conferences
Nov 15th Supporting students emotionally. Activities to build classroom collaboration and help them through the holidays. Schedules. Planning field trips.
January 31st Reevaluating professional goals
Feb 28th Preparing for the exams
March 28th Developing social capital? How is social capital developed? Turning social capital into leadership. May 16th Conferences, summer programs, and grants. What resources do you have access to and how to decide what option is best for you?

20. CRTC- PE-Health Teacher Network

Program: Catskill Regional Teacher Center

Audience: PE and Health educators, and other educators interested

Dates: 9/27/2024 to 5/30/2025

Connect with fellow Physical Education and Health Education educators in our upcoming Professional Development Workshop designed to foster collaboration and ignite fresh ideas. Networks not only enhance your skills but also contribute to a vibrant community of educators dedicated to inspiring and motivating students. Our meetings will be held in person only at Awestrucks 8 Winkler Road, Sidney NY 13838

21. BCTC- Canva-Creating and Printing Posters

Program: Teacher Center of Broome County

Audience: All Teachers

Dates: 10/1/2024

Teachers will learn how to access Canva to create posters for the classroom. Teachers will then have the opportunity to print the poster that same day using the Poster Printer that is at the Teacher Center. The posters can be laminated and be ready to be displayed in your classroom.

22. GSTTC: Thrive 1

Program: Greater Southern Tier Teacher Center

Dates: 10/1/2024

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Master social emotional learning benchmarks, including creating healthy boundaries, being confident in conflict, speaking with intention, and more! This is a fully self-paced online course that includes 15 hours of transformational professional development, a private podcast feed of all content, 6 months of group coaching, and ongoing community support.

23. BCTC- Zumba Session I

Program: Teacher Center of Broome County

Audience: All Teachers

Dates: 10/7/2024 to 12/16/2024

Zumba with Sandy! Sandy has facilitated high-energy Zumba classes for the past 2 years and we are excited to have her back again. The Zumba classes will be posted on Frontline in 2 sessions.

24. BCTC- Creating An Illustrated Short Story

Program: Teacher Center of Broome County

Dates: 10/16/2024 to 1/29/2025

This is a 6 session series for teachers to work with local artist Rich Harrington and local author Mary Pat Hyland. Core Concepts: 1. Analyze a written piece in terms of key elements, characters, locations, etc. 2. Use writing strategies: theme, genre, tone, etc. to write a short story 3. Create a 'hero' to illustrate 4. Learn the process of creating a watercolor underpainting with colored pencils overlaid to create vibrancy and depth 5. Participate in a 'Book Launch' of your original work

This workshop series offers a learning opportunity to bring into your classroom or to create a printed short story of your own. Teachers can earn up to 12 CTLE hrs.

25. Catskill Regional National Board Cohort

Program: Catskill Regional Teacher Center

Audience: National board candidates

Dates: 10/19/2024 to 5/10/2025

This is a support cohort for teachers engaged in the National Board Process. The cohort offers trainings and support by NBCT Regina Anderson and NBCT Neil Snedecker. Our network is free of charge and welcomes teachers from around the state.

26. BCTC- Book Study with Laura Coleman, 'Rethinking Disability and Mathematics'

Program: Teacher Center of Broome County

Audience: Elementary Teachers

Dates: 10/23/2024 to 1/28/2025

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Teachers will meet 6 times to review and discuss the text 'Rethinking Disability and Mathematics'. Laura Coleman will host these discussions and review strategies to bring into the classroom and into your practice. This text is geared for the elementary level student. A copy of the text will be provided for the teachers attending this workshop.

27. BCTC- Canva to Write Your Classroom Newsletter

Program: Teacher Center of Broome County

Audience: All Teachers

Dates: 10/28/2024

Teachers will learn to access Canva to develop a classroom Newsletter. A Newsletter on Canva is colorful, well organized and can save time developing monthly Newsletters!

28. Johnson Museum Professional Development Workshop for Art Teachers

Program: Cortland County Teacher Center

Audience: Art Teachers

Dates: 11/5/2024

The half-day will be focused on close looking, studio experiences, and ways to bring the resources of the museum into the classroom. 8:00-9:30 Cornell Botanical Gardens Neuman Center Entry Walking tour and still life drawing session within the botanical garden and sculpture garden. Model how we can do nature walks and outdoor drawing sessions with our students. 10:00 Johnson Museum Entrance: Teachers will be welcomed to the museum and given a brief tour/overview of both the architecture and highlights of the collection. Focus on IM Pei's architecture, key works, and current exhibitions including "Colonial Crossings.” 10:45 Collection in Focus: Ursula Van Rydingsvard- Appel Lobby The group will look at a recent acquisition and ways in which the department is using the piece with schools. 11:15 Democracy In Action- Richard Sukenik Teaching Gallery. The group will explore a new installation focused on democracy both nationally and internationally. We'll discuss works from artists Emma Amos, May Stevens, Ben Shahn, and Roger Shimomoura, and ways in which the artworks can be used in the classroom. The installation includes paintings, photographs, prints, and sculptures from the work of outsider artist Howard Finster to photographer Gilles Peress. The teaching gallery also includes works from across cultures and time-periods that invite broad thematic thinking. 11:45 Artmaking- Cox Studio The group will return to the Cox Studio and be introduced to an artmaking process developed by Wendy Kenigsberg in response to the democracy installation. 12:30 Lunch Break 1:30-3:00 Return to the Johnson Museum for a teacher-led demonstration of VTS (visual thinking strategy) with Cory Fowler. We'll collaborate on how we can take the day's learnings and apply them to our instruction.

29. BCTC- Book Study: 'Cultivating Genius; An Equity Framework for Culturally and Historically Responsive Literacy'

Program: Teacher Center of Broome County

Audience: Educators of all grade levels

Dates: 11/6/2024 to 12/18/2024

Mackenzie Kollar will lead this book study using text 'Cultivating Genius; An Equity Framework for Culturally and Historically Responsive Literacy'. Teachers will discuss implementing strategies discussed into their teaching practice. A copy of this book will be provided for teachers who register and attend this workshop.

30. BCTC- Yoga with Tina

Program: Teacher Center of Broome County

Audience: All Teachers

Dates: 11/7/2024 to 1/23/2025

Wait List

Instructor Tina Fetten will be facilitating Yoga Classes for the Teacher Center. Tina is an instructor at Binghamton University and she is well known in our area. Tina brings with her years of experience and expertise.

31. BCTC- K-2 level: Exploring the NYS Resources that Support Play-based Learning

Program: Teacher Center of Broome County

Audience: K-Teachers

Dates: 11/14/2024 to 1/30/2025

The format is a Round-Table discussion amongst kindergarten level teaches in the area to discuss such questions as: What is the current state of play in your setting? How do you, as early childhood educators, balance the developmental needs of children and academic expectations? How do you envision the best support for your role as an early childhood educator? Time will be dedicated to unpacking the Learning Standards and Indicators, while answering such questions; 'How do you, as early childhood educators, balance these standards and the real world? Facilitator: Monika Fridrich, EdD (VCSD)

32. GSTTC: Pre-K Network (Nov)

Program: Greater Southern Tier Teacher Center

Audience: all Pre-K Teachers/Staff

Dates: 11/14/2024

Come join in with a group of pre-k teachers for sharing and collaboration. Share ideas on lesson planning, engaging activities and classroom management. Throughout the year we will create make and takes in different academic areas to bring back and use in your classroom. We will also be doing a book study with "The Whole Brain Child"

33. CCTC- The Writing Revolution 2.0

Program: Cortland County Teacher Center

Dates: 11/19/2024 to 5/6/2025

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Welcome! The most successful studies are when group members connect the book to what is working in their classrooms. It is our goal that you come away from our time together with tools and strategies to support you and your students. The Writing Revolution 2nd edition provides a reorganized sequence of activities and even more student-facing examples, making bringing the method to your classroom easier than ever. This is a brand new book so if you took The Writing Revolution previously, you are going to love TWR 2.0. Expect to engage in meaningful discussions with peers and learn from a variety of relevant experiences and perspectives. You will receive a link and access code for the online classroom by email.

34. GSTTC: National Board Certification Information Session

Program: Greater Southern Tier Teacher Center

Audience: All k-12 educators

Dates: 11/20/2024

Are you interested in National Board Certification? Do you have questions before deciding if this is for you? Join three National Board Certified teachers from the GST region to learn more!

35. GSTTC: 3rd Grade Network (Nov)

Program: Greater Southern Tier Teacher Center

Audience: all 3rd grade educators

Dates: 11/21/2024

Starting Today

Join us to discuss small groups in 3rd grade; we will focus on how to use and manage small groups, especially with limited support staff.

36. CRTC- Yoga For Educators.

Program: Catskill Regional Teacher Center

Audience: Teachers, LTA's Admin

Dates: 12/2/2024 to 12/11/2024

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This curriculum is designed to provide tools for teachers to utilize in the classroom, on the yoga mat and off the yoga mat including self-care, yoga, mindfulness, yoga for your students, yoga for teachers, and managing stress. By the end of this Yoga Program for Public Schools session, teachers will be able to practice yoga & mindfulness on their own and have the confidence to teach students yoga in the classroom. This program consists of mind-body awareness, physical postures and movement, breathwork, relaxation techniques, and meditation.

37. BCTC-"From Void to Voice" Gr. 3-5

Program: Teacher Center of Broome County

Audience: Gr. 3-5 Educators

Dates: 12/3/2024 to 12/17/2024

You are invited to create brain spills, hone your detective skills and model writing from the heart. Writing is tricky, sometimes a struggle. Shelve your apprehensions and assumptions and let's add joy to the rubric. Who has ever heard, "I don't know what to write about?" What inspires authentic writing? Where do we find the words? When do we feel safe enough to share? Why write? Author Suzanne Bloom will host this 2 session workshop for Gr. 3-5 educators.

38. STTCN - Learning Forward 2024 Conference

Program: Southern Tier Teacher Center Network

Dates: 12/8/2024 to 12/11/2024

We know you are invested in the success of your educators and students, so we invite you to learn more about Learning Forward's Annual Conference -- the only conference focused exclusively on how to plan, implement, and measure high-quality professional learning that changes educator practice and improves results for all students.

39. Book Study- Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents

Program: Lansing Groton Teacher Center

Dates: 12/10/2024 to 2/25/2025

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Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents by Isabel Wilkerson is a book that explores the caste systems that have shaped American society. Themes: The book explores the legacy of slavery, the intersection of race and class, and the effects of caste on culture and politics. It also discusses how caste systems can be found in many aspects of society, including education, science, criminal justice, and poverty. Participants will receive a copy of the book. In-person and virtual options available to participate.

40. GSTTC: National Board Information Session

Program: Greater Southern Tier Teacher Center

Audience: all k-12 educators

Dates: 12/11/2024

New

National Board Certification is the most respected professional certification available in education and provides numerous benefits to teachers, students, and schools. It was designed to develop, retain, and recognize accomplished teachers and to generate ongoing improvement in schools nationwide. Interested in learning more? Join us for this information session!

41. GSTTC: Kindergarten and 1st Grade Network (Dec)

Program: Greater Southern Tier Teacher Center

Audience: kindergarten and 1st grade teachers/paraprofessionals/other primary school staff

Dates: 12/12/2024

Are you a kindergarten or first grade teacher?
Are you looking for a place to network with others in your grade level?
Do you want to learn to be trauma-responsive for your entire classroom population?

Join us October - May as we read the text "Trauma-Responsive Strategies for Early Childhood". We will gain an overview of trauma and its impact on young children, as well as specific strategies to create classrooms that improve quality of care. Focus will be on the four domains of cognitive, physical, language, and social emotional, and vignettes to explore how trauma can be be expressed in the classroom and what teachers can do about it.

42. GSTTC: Pre-K Network (Dec)

Program: Greater Southern Tier Teacher Center

Audience: all Pre-K Teachers/Staff

Dates: 12/12/2024

Come join in with a group of pre-k teachers for sharing and collaboration. Share ideas on lesson planning, engaging activities and classroom management. Throughout the year we will create make and takes in different academic areas to bring back and use in your classroom. We will also be doing a book study with "The Whole Brain Child"

43. GSTTC: Thrive 1 (Winter 2025)

Program: Greater Southern Tier Teacher Center

Audience: all k-12 school staff

Dates: 1/1/2025

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Experience a profound sense of peace and calm as you navigate your days, setting a powerful example for students and colleagues alike. Rediscover the joy of anticipation, approaching each day with excitement. (Asynchronous) You must complete Thrive 1 before enrolling in Thrive 2.

44. GSTTC: Thrive 2 (Winter 2025)

Program: Greater Southern Tier Teacher Center

Audience: all k-12 school staff

Dates: 1/1/2025

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Our program empowers you to seamlessly integrate SEL into your daily routine, providing practical strategies and tools for fostering emotional intelligence and resilience. Reconnect with your passion for education and rediscover your "why" with renewed clarity and purpose. (Asynchronous) You must complete Thrive 1 before enrolling in Thrive 2.

45. STTCN- Thrive 1 with Jen Rafferty - January 2025

Program: Southern Tier Teacher Center Network

Dates: 1/1/2025 to 4/1/2025

Become the educator you've always wanted to be with this proven transformational program. This course will highlight the foundational Empowered Educator of mindset, emotional intelligence and cognitive neuroscience. Here you will get the skills and strategies to integrate professional excellence and personal well-being into your classroom. This is a 3-month, self-paced virtual course for your convenience, with two monthly group coaching calls for support and 15 total hours of professional development. Virtual synchronous group coaching sessions will be held on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month beginning at 7pm.

46. CCTC- Local History Markers Project

Program: Cortland County Teacher Center

Audience: Teachers of 11th and 12th grade students

Dates: 1/5/2025

This is an exciting opportunity for teachers and students to work together on a project that connects curriculum to real-life educational outcomes in their communities. Teachers leading the project will work together to customize and implement the lesson plans and assist students in the research process. The culminating product will be to submit a historical marker application to the William G. Pomeroy Foundation for consideration. Students will be engaged in hands-on experience conducting the research necessary to prove the proposed text for the marker, location, and historical context using primary sources. They will learn to use online resources and repositories to identify appropriate sources while developing an annotated bibliography and narrative to prove the validity of their research for a successful application. Curriculum, training, local history resources, and faculty stipends are sponsored through the Pomeroy Foundation, Cortland County Historical Society, and the Cortland County Teacher Center. Registration is currently open to faculty in Cortland, Homer, Marathon, McGraw, and St. Mary's schools in Cortland County. Contact teachercenter@cortlandschools.org for more information.

47. CRTC Book Study Mathematics for Human Flourishing

Program: Catskill Regional Teacher Center

Audience: Classroom teachers, this book is great even for non math teachers

Dates: 1/6/2025 to 6/2/2025

Discover the Beauty and Joy of Mathematics! Join us for an inspiring and transformative book study on "Mathematics for Human Flourishing" by Francis Su. This professional development opportunity is designed to rejuvenate your passion for teaching mathematics and explore the profound connections between math and the human experience. Why Participate? Enrich Your Teaching Practice: Gain fresh perspectives and innovative strategies to make math more engaging and meaningful for your students. Cultivate a Growth Mindset: Learn how to foster a positive mathematical mindset and encourage a love of learning in your classroom. Connect with Peers: Engage in thoughtful discussions with fellow educators, share insights, and build a supportive community of practice. What You'll Explore The intrinsic beauty and joy of mathematics The role of perseverance, creativity, and beauty in mathematical thinking Stories and insights that highlight the human side of math Practical applications and activities to bring these concepts to your students Read the Book:"Mathematics for Human Flourishing." CRTC will povide a copy of the book for you to borrow. Participate: Attend the sessions and engage in rich, meaningful discussions. About the Author Francis Su, a renowned mathematician and former president of the Mathematical Association of America, brings a unique and humanistic perspective to the world of mathematics. His book is a call to see math not just as a subject, but as a deeply human endeavor that can enrich our lives. Join Us! Don't miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding of mathematics and its profound impact on human flourishing. Together, let's inspire our students and ourselves to see math in a whole new light.

48. BCTC- 'From Void to Voice'- Gr. K-2

Program: Teacher Center of Broome County

Audience: Gr K-2 Educators

Dates: 1/7/2025 to 1/13/2025

Who has ever said, " I don't know what to write about"? What inspires authentic writing? Where do we find the words? When do we feel safe enough to share? Why write? You are invited to create brain spills, hone your detective skills and model writing from the heart. Writing is tricky, sometimes a struggle. Shelve your apprehensions and assumptions and let's add joy to the rubric. Facilitator: Author and Illustrator, Suzanne Bloom

49. CRTC-Workshop on Science Investigation Kits.

Program: Catskill Regional Teacher Center

Audience: Elementary and science teachers

Dates: 1/8/2025

Professional Development Opportunity for Teachers Explore Science Investigation Kits in Your Classroom Join your fellow educators for an engaging session focused on the integration of science investigation kits in the classroom. What You'll Gain: Strategies and Techniques: Learn effective methods to utilize science kits to enhance student learning and engagement. Networking: Connect with other teachers, share ideas, and collaborate on best practices. 3-Dimensional Learning: Discover how to align these kits with 3-dimensional learning standards and foster deeper understanding. Phenomenon-Based Questions: Gain insights into asking compelling, phenomenon-based questions that drive inquiry and curiosity. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your science teaching and inspire your students with hands-on investigation!

50. GSTTC: Kindergarten and 1st Grade Network (Jan)

Program: Greater Southern Tier Teacher Center

Audience: kindergarten and 1st grade teachers/paraprofessionals/other primary school staff

Dates: 1/9/2025

Are you a kindergarten or first grade teacher?
Are you looking for a place to network with others in your grade level?
Do you want to learn to be trauma-responsive for your entire classroom population?

Join us October - May as we read the text "Trauma-Responsive Strategies for Early Childhood". We will gain an overview of trauma and its impact on young children, as well as specific strategies to create classrooms that improve quality of care. Focus will be on the four domains of cognitive, physical, language, and social emotional, and vignettes to explore how trauma can be be expressed in the classroom and what teachers can do about it.

51. DTC - What Great Teachers do Differently Book Study

Program: Dryden Teachers' Center

Audience: all educators

Dates: 1/13/2025 to 1/27/2025

This is a three part book study based on the Book What Great Teachers do Differently-Third Edition by Todd Whitaker. This book highlights 19 key strategies to effectiveness in the classroom, leading to creating a consistent, engaging learning environment. This is meant for educators with any level of experience as a resource to inspire and support meaningful collaboration with other educators as we reflect on our practices and inform future instruction.

The format of this book study is more like a collaborative book club, rather than a presentation or lecture. The book will be broken into parts that allow for meaningful conversation after each section. Participants will receive a copy of the book and up to 3 CTLE hours upon successful completion of the book study.

52. Open Studio Art Project

Program: Lansing Groton Teacher Center

Dates: 1/15/2025

The Open Studio Project's mission is to bring art directly to individuals for personal growth, social emotional learning and community well being. Each session, participants journal, self-reflect, and create with art materials. The session ends with reflective journaling and optional sharing. In order to feel safe while creating and sharing, there is a "no commenting" rule during the workshops. We practice empathetic listening and acknowledge each other by thanking each other for sharing our personal experiences. Participants do not need art skills in order to engage in the Open Studio process. The end product is deemphasized and the work is focused on the experience and the process.

53. GSTTC: 3rd Grade Network

Program: Greater Southern Tier Teacher Center

Audience: 3rd Grade Teachers

Dates: 1/16/2025

State test prep

54. GSTTC: Pre-K Network (Jan)

Program: Greater Southern Tier Teacher Center

Audience: all Pre-K Teachers/Staff

Dates: 1/16/2025

Come join in with a group of pre-k teachers for sharing and collaboration. Share ideas on lesson planning, engaging activities and classroom management. Throughout the year we will create make and takes in different academic areas to bring back and use in your classroom. We will also be doing a book study with "The Whole Brain Child"

55. BCTC-Teaching to the Future: Hands-on Approach to NYSED Computer Science and Digital Fluency Standards for Elementary Classrooms

Program: Teacher Center of Broome County

Audience: Elementary Level Teachers

Dates: 1/22/2025 to 3/12/2025

Did you know you could start teaching programming and Cybersecurity without a computer? Come find ways to meet the NYSED Computer Science and Digital Fluency Learning Standards(Impacts of Computing, Computational Thinking, Network and Systems Designs, Cybersecurity and Digital Literacy) even if you are not a 'computer person' or if your students are young and just learning to turn on the computers. This workshop series will include resources for K-5 classrooms. Come learn some offline and online activities and find resources to meet these standards in fun hands-on ways. Instructor: Beth Baldwin BCSD

56. BCTC- Book Study: "The Anxious Generation" by Jonathan Haidt

Program: Teacher Center of Broome County

Audience: all eductors

Dates: 1/27/2025 to 4/14/2025

Teachers registering as of Nov. 6th are being asked to provide their own copy of the book. Thank you 'How the Great Rewiring of Childhood is Causing on Epidemic of Mental Illness' This is a 4 session Book Study hosted by: Sue Jones, Amy Wallick, Niva Eugene and Katie Paddick The first 8 teachers to register will receive the book as a gift from the Teacher Center.

57. GSTTC: TTOSA--Pigments of our Imagination with

Program: Greater Southern Tier Teacher Center

Audience: k-12 music teachers

Dates: 2/8/2025

How do we take our imagination from art to dance, play, music and back again?

Simple. We use...

Pigments of our Imagination

We will use a rainbow of paint, crayons, markers, and art and literature to develop new ways to encourage our imaginations to soar, explore, and experiment. Prepare to move, make mistakes, and get messy!

58. BCTC- Literacy Life Support: Struggles and Strategies to Revive Reading Across Secondary Content Areas

Program: Teacher Center of Broome County

Audience: Teachers 7-12 (all content areas), Curriculum Directors/Leaders

Dates: 2/10/2025 to 2/25/2025

NYS Next Generation English & Literacy Standards

The goal is for teachers to obtain strategies to help middle and high school students to improve their reading skills. Additionally, for teachers to learn about the unique struggles in reading that is tailored towards middle/high school students. Facilitator: Brittany Bush (BCSD)

59. BCTC- Yoga with Tina Session 2

Program: Teacher Center of Broome County

Audience: All Teachers

Dates: 2/13/2025 to 5/1/2025

Instructor Tina Fetten will be facilitating Yoga Classes for the Teacher Center. Tina is an instructor at Binghamton University and she is well known in our area. Tina brings with her years of experience and expertise.

60. GSTTC: Kindergarten and 1st Grade Network (Feb)

Program: Greater Southern Tier Teacher Center

Audience: kindergarten and 1st grade teachers/paraprofessionals/other primary school staff

Dates: 2/13/2025

Are you a kindergarten or first grade teacher?
Are you looking for a place to network with others in your grade level?
Do you want to learn to be trauma-responsive for your entire classroom population?

Join us October - May as we read the text "Trauma-Responsive Strategies for Early Childhood". We will gain an overview of trauma and its impact on young children, as well as specific strategies to create classrooms that improve quality of care. Focus will be on the four domains of cognitive, physical, language, and social emotional, and vignettes to explore how trauma can be be expressed in the classroom and what teachers can do about it.

61. GSTTC: Pre-K Network (Feb)

Program: Greater Southern Tier Teacher Center

Audience: all Pre-K Teachers/Staff

Dates: 2/13/2025

Come join in with a group of pre-k teachers for sharing and collaboration. Share ideas on lesson planning, engaging activities and classroom management. Throughout the year we will create make and takes in different academic areas to bring back and use in your classroom. We will also be doing a book study with "The Whole Brain Child"

62. CRTC Legislative Forum

Program: Catskill Regional Teacher Center

Audience: ALL EDUCATOR and anyone interested in education

Dates: 2/13/2025

New

Empower Yourself: Advocate for Your Students Join the Catskill Regional Teacher Center's Legislative Forum and gain the tools to: Understand the Education Landscape: Explore the roles of the State Education Department and Board of Regents. Engage with Government: Learn how legislative decisions impact education and how to participate in the process. Develop Advocacy Skills: Advocate effectively for your students' needs and participate in constructive dialogue. Elevate Your Professional Practice: Stay informed about current educational policies. Network with fellow educators and educational leaders. Empower yourself to make a difference in your students' lives. Don't miss this opportunity to become a powerful advocate for your students and your profession.

63. BCTC-Book Review with Author Mike Anderson

Program: Teacher Center of Broome County

Audience: Educators K-12

Dates: 2/19/2025 to 3/5/2025

Author Mike Anderson will facilitate a virtual two-part Book Review on his book 'What We Say and How We Say It Matter'. 'We all want our students to feel safe, collaborate well with others, feel ownership for their learning, and be joyfully engaged in their work. Nevertheless, many teachers end up using language patterns that undermine these goals. What teachers say to students-when they praise or discipline, give directions or ask questions, and introduce concepts or share stories- affects student learning and behavior'. Mike Anderson

64. GSTTC: Redesign Your Mind (Winter 2025)

Program: Greater Southern Tier Teacher Center

Audience: all k-12 educators

Dates: 2/24/2025 to 4/28/2025

New

A 10-week LIVE online group program for educators that teaches you how to transform yourself so you can actually become the Empowered Educator you've always imagined. You must register by 2/10/2025!

65. BCTC- Qigong Workshop

Program: Teacher Center of Broome County

Audience: Educators

Dates: 3/4/2025 to 4/1/2025

Qigong is an ancient healing art suing slow movements and focused intention that promotes relaxation, vitality, balance, flexibility and immune system support. No Special clothing, equipment or experience needed. Come as you are and leave feeling relaxed and refreshed. Rick Gridley is a certified qigong instructor and the school librarian at Broome-Tioga BOCES.

66. Open Studio Art Project

Program: Lansing Groton Teacher Center

Dates: 3/12/2025

The Open Studio Project's mission is to bring art directly to individuals for personal growth, social emotional learning and community well being. Each session, participants journal, self-reflect, and create with art materials. The session ends with reflective journaling and optional sharing. In order to feel safe while creating and sharing, there is a "no commenting" rule during the workshops. We practice empathetic listening and acknowledge each other by thanking each other for sharing our personal experiences. Participants do not need art skills in order to engage in the Open Studio process. The end product is deemphasized and the work is focused on the experience and the process.

67. GSTTC: Kindergarten and 1st Grade Network (March)

Program: Greater Southern Tier Teacher Center

Audience: kindergarten and 1st grade teachers/paraprofessionals/other primary school staff

Dates: 3/13/2025

Are you a kindergarten or first grade teacher?
Are you looking for a place to network with others in your grade level?
Do you want to learn to be trauma-responsive for your entire classroom population?

Join us October - May as we read the text "Trauma-Responsive Strategies for Early Childhood". We will gain an overview of trauma and its impact on young children, as well as specific strategies to create classrooms that improve quality of care. Focus will be on the four domains of cognitive, physical, language, and social emotional, and vignettes to explore how trauma can be be expressed in the classroom and what teachers can do about it.

68. GSTTC: Pre-K Network (March)

Program: Greater Southern Tier Teacher Center

Audience: all Pre-K Teachers/Staff

Dates: 3/20/2025

Come join in with a group of pre-k teachers for sharing and collaboration. Share ideas on lesson planning, engaging activities and classroom management. Throughout the year we will create make and takes in different academic areas to bring back and use in your classroom. We will also be doing a book study with "The Whole Brain Child"

69. GSTTC: TTOSA Spring Meeting

Program: Greater Southern Tier Teacher Center

Audience: k-12 music teachers

Dates: 3/29/2025

Workshop information coming soon!

70. GSTTC: Kindergarten and 1st Grade Network (April)

Program: Greater Southern Tier Teacher Center

Audience: kindergarten and 1st grade teachers/paraprofessionals/other primary school staff

Dates: 4/10/2025

Are you a kindergarten or first grade teacher?
Are you looking for a place to network with others in your grade level?
Do you want to learn to be trauma-responsive for your entire classroom population?

Join us October - May as we read the text "Trauma-Responsive Strategies for Early Childhood". We will gain an overview of trauma and its impact on young children, as well as specific strategies to create classrooms that improve quality of care. Focus will be on the four domains of cognitive, physical, language, and social emotional, and vignettes to explore how trauma can be be expressed in the classroom and what teachers can do about it.

71. GSTTC: Pre-K Network (April)

Program: Greater Southern Tier Teacher Center

Audience: all Pre-K Teachers/Staff

Dates: 4/24/2025

Come join in with a group of pre-k teachers for sharing and collaboration. Share ideas on lesson planning, engaging activities and classroom management. Throughout the year we will create make and takes in different academic areas to bring back and use in your classroom. We will also be doing a book study with "The Whole Brain Child"

72. Open Studio Art Project

Program: Lansing Groton Teacher Center

Dates: 4/30/2025

The Open Studio Project's mission is to bring art directly to individuals for personal growth, social emotional learning and community well being. Each session, participants journal, self-reflect, and create with art materials. The session ends with reflective journaling and optional sharing. In order to feel safe while creating and sharing, there is a "no commenting" rule during the workshops. We practice empathetic listening and acknowledge each other by thanking each other for sharing our personal experiences. Participants do not need art skills in order to engage in the Open Studio process. The end product is deemphasized and the work is focused on the experience and the process.

73. GSTTC: Kindergarten and 1st Grade Network (May)

Program: Greater Southern Tier Teacher Center

Audience: kindergarten and 1st grade teachers/paraprofessionals/other primary school staff

Dates: 5/8/2025

Are you a kindergarten or first grade teacher?
Are you looking for a place to network with others in your grade level?
Do you want to learn to be trauma-responsive for your entire classroom population?

Join us October - May as we read the text "Trauma-Responsive Strategies for Early Childhood". We will gain an overview of trauma and its impact on young children, as well as specific strategies to create classrooms that improve quality of care. Focus will be on the four domains of cognitive, physical, language, and social emotional, and vignettes to explore how trauma can be be expressed in the classroom and what teachers can do about it.

74. GSTTC: Pre-K Network (May)

Program: Greater Southern Tier Teacher Center

Audience: all Pre-K Teachers/Staff

Dates: 5/15/2025

Come join in with a group of pre-k teachers for sharing and collaboration. Share ideas on lesson planning, engaging activities and classroom management. Throughout the year we will create make and takes in different academic areas to bring back and use in your classroom. We will also be doing a book study with "The Whole Brain Child"

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