The Center for Career Services will host its annual Spring Open House, Media Show and College/Transition Fair on Thursday, March 20, 2025, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. The campus is located at 65 Grasslands Road in Valhalla. On-campus parking will be available. A light dinner will kick things off in Building D followed by Meet the Teachers at 7 p.m.
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Calendar of Upcoming Events
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MIDDLE SCHOOL WEEK
Middle School Week gives 7th and 8th graders the opportunity to visit and learn about our programs/careers.
Students will participate in a live BOCES class and meet students from all over Westchester County.
Center for Career Services -
Virtual/ Online event
Empowering Educators to Use AI as a TA (Online, Self-Paced)
Welcome to the future of education! In today's rapidly evolving world, technology has become an indispensable tool in the classroom, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) is leading the charge in transforming the way we teach and learn. If you're eager to stay ahead of the curve, this course is tailor-made for you. Join us and discover how to harness the power of AI as a teacher assistant and a timesaver. You'll not only learn the practical aspects of using AI tools but will also gain insights into the ethical considerations and responsible use of AI in education. NOTE: This course is 100% online and will take approximately 3 hours to complete. This course begins on March 17, 2025, and participants have until January 24, 2025 to complete all required assignments and activities to receive CTLE credit. LHRIC Model Schools utilizes the Schoology Learning Management System. Upon registration, you will receive a welcome message from your instructor with information on how your course works, what you can expect, how to get help along the way, and steps you need to take to enroll.
LHRIC Instructional Technology -
Board Meeting - 7PM
450 Mamaroneck Avenue
Harrison, NY 10570
Regatta Rooms A&B
Southern Westchester BOCES -
Virtual/ Online event
Online Course Provided by NYSCATE- Rolling enrollment
Register for online courses in partnership with NYSCATE. Enrollment is open throughout the year and participants have until June 30, 2025 to complete all course requirements. Current available courses include:
CSDF in Science Class
CSDF in Art Class
CSDF in ELA Class
CSDF in Math Class
Creating Effective Supports and Scaffolds for ELL/ML Learners
CSDF for Grades 2,3
CSDF for Grades 4-6
CSDF for Grades 7-8
CSDF for Grades K-1
LHRIC Instructional Technology -
SWBOCES - 450 Mamaroneck Avenue, 3rd floor, Harrison, NY
Uplifting All Students Statewide Conference
The New York State Education Department (NYSED), in collaboration with the BOCES and Big 5 school districts, is hosting a statewide DEI conference on March 19, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at designated BOCES and Big 5 sites.
o This event, which will be a hybrid conference along with in-person discussion, will provide district and school administrators, DEI leaders, and educators with an opportunity to learn about ways in which school districts across the state are aligning practices with the NYS Board of Regents Policy on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
o Promising practices in several key areas of the DEI Policy will be addressed, including establishing and facilitating DEI Committees focused on targeted goals, partnering with families and communities in advancing equity, and implementing inclusive programs that foster a sense of belonging and overall student and staff wellnessCenter for Professional Learning and Curriculum Support -
Virtual/ Online event
Presented by NYSCATE: Early Literacy & MTSS: Streamlining Data to Optimize Intervention Effectiveness
Join NYSCATE Corporate Council member LinkIt! as we look at Early Literacy & MTSS: Streamlining Data to Optimize Intervention Effectiveness
Starting with the end in mind — understanding the effectiveness of interventions and identifying the processes that drive student literacy growth is the ultimate goal. To achieve this, districts must:
- Centralize all early literacy data and MTSS processes in one accessible location.
- Focus on analyzing data and spend less time aggregating data into spreadsheets
- Integrate data and MTSS processes to evaluate intervention efficacy
Join Art Godin and Dan Gross from LinkIt for an in-depth discussion on best practices for leveraging early literacy data and MTSS frameworks to enhance student outcomes in your district.
Audiences: Central Administrators, Building Administrators, Directors of Technology, Special Education, Instructional Leaders, Intervention Leaders, MTSS Coordinators and Directors, School Psychologists, Social Workers, Counselors, AIS Team members, Title 1, BOCES/RIC
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Virtual/ Online event
Presented by NYSCATE: A World of (AI) Possibilities: AI for beginners
This workshop provides an introduction to generative AI, exploring its opportunities and challenges in education. Participants will gain a deep understanding of how generative AI works and how it can be accessed and utilized effectively in their work, from administrative tasks to lesson creation. By the end of the workshop, participants will walk away with concrete materials and strategies that can be immediately implemented, propelling them into the forefront of AI integration in education.
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Virtual/ Online event
Presented by Apple: Personalize Presentations with Live Video
With Keynote, you can share live video of yourself or what’s happening around you directly on your slides, using the built-in camera on your iPad or Mac. Demonstrate a step-by-step process in real time, appear in a picture-in-picture window, or add animated text on your video to emphasize ideas and guide learning.
You’ll need Keynote installed on your iPad or Mac for this session.
LHRIC Instructional Technology -
SWBOCES - 450 Mamaroneck Avenue, 3rd floor, Harrison, NY
Nonviolent Crisis Intervention® Key Points Refresher Recertification
The Nonviolent Crisis Intervention® Key Points Refresher is designed to help improve your understanding of key program concepts, enhance your skills and provide strategies to apply the information to workplace realities. Only participants who have completed the Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training in the last 12-18 months are eligible to participate in the Refresher Training. In addition, we are asking that individuals attend in pairs or trios so that they can perform the physical interventions with a partner. All participants must complete the physical interventions in order to receive certification.
Center for Professional Learning and Curriculum Support -
Virtual/ Online event
Presented by Google: Goals that Glimmer: Empowering Students with Google AI tools
Join Julie Kaster, 10th grade Writing & Literature teacher at Sky View High School (Utah) and Google AI Fellow, as she shares how educators' can use Google Gemini and NotebookLM to support diverse students needs, including intervention strategies and personalized learning goal managements. In this session, Julie will also share best practices and tips on building digital literacy with students and change management to advocate for the AI tools that best meet her students' needs.
LHRIC Instructional Technology -
Virtual/ Online event
Canva Creativity Corner
Join us for the Canva Creativity Corner, a 30-minute open agenda session! This is your time to come up with any questions you have about using Canva. Whether you're a beginner looking to get started or an experienced user seeking advanced tips, this session is here to help. Our expert will provide guidance, share helpful tips, and answer your Canva-related questions. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your design skills and unleash your creativity with Canva! These sessions will take place on Thursdays at 3:30, January-June.
Connection Information:
https://lhric-org.zoom.us/j/99469061976?from=addon
Meeting ID: 994 6906 1976
Passcode: 187829LHRIC Instructional Technology -
Center for Career Services
Open House, Media Show & College/Transition Fair
Center for Career Services -
Virtual/ Online event
Presented by Apple: Mac Skills 202 | Work Smarter
In this session we’ll build on your basic Mac understanding, provide tips and show you workflows that will help you get work done faster. This session focuses on file management and built-in tools and features you’ll want to implement today.
What you'll learn and do:
- Experience the power of Smart Searches & Tags
- Increase file management productivity with Quick Actions
- Advance your Spotlight skills
- Build quick text replacements and custom keyboard shortcuts
- Explore more built-in features to use at work
Please find other available sessions below or visit apple.co/macskills.
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Virtual/ Online event
Aligning NYS Digital Fluency and Computer Science Standards with Nearpod
In this session, educators will explore how to align New York State Digital Fluency and Computer Science (DF/CS) standards with Nearpod's interactive platform. We'll dive into how Nearpod's features-such as interactive slides, polls, quizzes, and virtual reality experiences-can be used to develop students' digital literacy, computational thinking, and problem-solving skills. Learn how to create and deliver lessons that not only meet these state standards but also actively engage students in their learning. By the end of the session, you'll have practical tools and strategies to integrate Nearpod into your curriculum, ensuring your students achieve digital fluency in a dynamic and interactive way. Registrants will receive a Zoom link prior to the session.
LHRIC Instructional Technology -
Virtual/ Online event
AI for the Interested
Dive into the world of artificial intelligence with our AI for the Interested sessions. This 30-minute open agenda session is designed for educators who are curious about AI and want to explore its potential in the classroom. Bring your questions and join us for an engaging discussion where you can learn about AI tools, get practical tips, and discover how AI can enhance your teaching practices. Whether you're new to AI or looking to deepen your understanding, this session is the perfect opportunity to satisfy your curiosity and gain valuable insights. These sessions will take place on Mondays at 3:30, January-June.
Connection Information:
https://lhric-org.zoom.us/j/94062927018?from=addon
Meeting ID: 940 6292 7018
Passcode: 771076LHRIC Instructional Technology -
SWBOCES - 450 Mamaroneck Avenue, 3rd floor, Harrison, NY
PE/HE Consortium: Weight Stigma and Anti-Fat Bias in Health and Physical Education
Center for Professional Learning and Curriculum Support -
Virtual/ Online event
How do I get started with Ed Puzzle?
Ready to enhance your teaching with Edpuzzle? Join our hands-on session to get started with this essential EdTech tool. You'll learn how to create engaging video lessons, embed assessment questions, and interpret easy-to-read data to track student progress. Discover the newest features of Edpuzzle and see how it can transform your classroom. Don't miss this opportunity to add a powerful resource to your teaching toolkit! Registrants will receive a Zoom invite prior to the session.
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via Zoom
Meet-Up: Integrating SEL as a Lever for Learning
Social and emotional competence is not only integral to the Portrait of a Graduate that New York State will expect of all public schools in coming years, the skills are essential ingredients for learning and life. In this Meetup, come investigate how the CASEL framework and NYS SEL benchmarks can combine with our vision for learning to impact our educational practice, in the classroom and school wide. We will explore the two anchor documents, reflect on our purpose and experiences, and discuss opportunities for shifting our practice to better serve students and educators alike.
Center for Professional Learning and Curriculum Support -
Virtual/ Online event
Online Course Provided by NYSCATE- Rolling enrollment
Register for online courses in partnership with NYSCATE. Enrollment is open throughout the year and participants have until June 30, 2025 to complete all course requirements. Current available courses include:
CSDF in Science Class
CSDF in Art Class
CSDF in ELA Class
CSDF in Math Class
Creating Effective Supports and Scaffolds for ELL/ML Learners
CSDF for Grades 2,3
CSDF for Grades 4-6
CSDF for Grades 7-8
CSDF for Grades K-1
LHRIC Instructional Technology -
via Zoom
Youth Mental Health First Aid for RECOVS Mental Health Grant Consortium
Please note that this training is free for personnel from districts who are part of SWBOCES's RECOVS Mental Health Grant Consortium. If you have questions about whether you are eligible to attend for free, please contact Adam Weinstock (aweinstock@swboces.org).
Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders. This training gives adults who work with youth the skills they need to reach out and provide initial support to adolescents (ages 12-18) who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem and help connect them to the appropriate care. Participants are taught an action plan that they can apply to non-crisis and crisis situations.
The course includes 2 hours of self-paced (asynchronous) remote learning, which will be emailed to participants to complete in advance of the scheduled session, which consists of 4.5 hours of synchronous real-time learning via Zoom, plus a 30-minute break.
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
• Describe the purpose of Youth Mental Health First Aid and the role of the Youth Mental Health First Aider.• Recognize the signs and symptoms of mental health challenges that may impact youth.• Explain the impact of traumatic experiences and the role of resilience on adolescent development.• Apply the appropriate steps of the YMHFA Action Plan (ALGEE) to non-crisis situations.• Apply the appropriate steps of the YMHFA Action Plan (ALGEE) to crisis situations.• Choose appropriate methods for self-care following the application of Youth Mental Health First Aid in a crisis or non-crisis situation.
Center for Professional Learning and Curriculum Support
SWBOCES Centers and Programs
- Center for Career Services
- Center for Special Services
- School Communications
- Lower Hudson Regional Information Center
- Center for Adult & Community Services
- Interscholastic Athletics & Section One
- Professional Learning & Curriculum Support
- LHRIC Instructional Technology
- School Library System
- Hudson Valley RBERN
Section One Sportsmanship PSA
Our Mission, Vision, Values & Goals
We commit to being leaders in the field – competent, responsive, collaborative and helpful. Seeking excellence, we endeavor to provide high quality services and supports that are valued both internally and externally.
We choose actions that demonstrate our commitment to excellence and the values of trust, respect, and collaboration. We commit to practices that nurture and grow our shared values.
We commit to the continuous development of goals that address gaps and help us live our Mission, Vision and Values. Our district problem solving protocol and goal setting process create a road map of clarity that engages partners in a shared focus.
