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  • Virtual/ Online event

    Software Spotlight: Lumio

    Lumio is a tool that transforms static lesson delivery with game-based activities, formative assessments, and student collaboration to enhance learning experiences on any device. Join us for a full day workshop March 20th from 9am-3pm. In the morning we will focus on learning the platform. In the afternoon we will focus on working in the platform in a supportive environment.

    Register Here

    LHRIC Instructional Technology
  • Virtual/ online event

    Software Spotlight: Explore Learning- Gizmos

    Gizmos are online simulations for math and science topics, grades 3-12. When students engage with simulations, they use their spatial reasoning to learn fundamental concepts, and are encouraged to explore and experiment and build conceptual understanding. Gizmos lend themselves to group work, independent work, and whole class instruction. This session will provide a fresh look at the Gizmos library of content and correlations to textbooks and standards. We'll also brainstorm ways to effectively incorporate Gizmos into daily classroom routines. All participants will receive a Zoom invite prior to the session.

    Register Here

    LHRIC Instructional Technology
  • Zoom

    PD Short: Deepening Mathematical Thinking with Error Analysis

    Click here to register through My Learning Plan. 

    For questions regarding this activity, please contact edellabadia@swboces.org. For questions regarding registration, please contact droselli@swboces.org.

    Center for Professional Learning and Curriculum Support
  • Virtual/ Online event

    PANOPTO ESSENTIALS FOR CREATORS: District End Users

    Congratulations on your migration from Ensemble to Panopto! This is a powerful, feature- rich new platform for video creation, hosting and streaming, and migration need not be stressful. If you previously used Ensemble to capture and/or host video, we've designed this one -hour "basic training” session to focus on the fundamentals of creating, uploading, sharing and editing videos and playlists. You will leave with a digital backpack that will support your continued learning. Registered participants will receive Zoom connection information prior to session start.

    Register Here

    LHRIC Instructional Technology
  • Virtual/ Online event

    Provided by NYSCATE: Carl Hooker Book Study Begins!

    Join NYSCATE and Author Carl Hooker as we take a deep dive into his new book Ready, Set, Fail! For more information or to register: https://www.nyscate.org/page/carl-hooker-book-study
     
     
     
    LHRIC Instructional Technology
  • Zoom

    PD Short: Cultivating Success in ELL Writers

    Click here to register through My Learning Plan.

    English Language Learners are tasked with demonstrating competence in a new language. One of the most challenging modality for ELLs in writing.

    In this PD Short, participants will explore specific strategies to ensure ELLs can produce writing that aligns with course expectations as well as writing that is required for the New York State English as a Second Language Achievement Test (NYSESLAT).

    Zoom links and information will be emailed the day before the course begins.

    For questions regarding this activity, please contact edellabadia@swboces.org. For questions regarding registration, please contact droselli@swboces.org

    Center for Professional Learning and Curriculum Support
  • Virtual/ Online event

    Software Spotlight: Flocabulary

    Flocabulary is a learning program for all grades that uses educational hip-hop music to engage students and increase achievement across the curriculum. Teachers at 20,000 schools use Flocabulary's standards-based videos, instructional activities and student creativity tools to supplement instruction and develop core literacy skills. This program prides itself on incorporating vocabulary into every lesson to build academic vocabulary in every subject. Other features include Text-to-speech, peer discussion prompts and slower speeds to support ELLs. Participants will receive a Zoom link prior to the session.

    LHRIC Instructional Technology
  • 450 Mamaroneck Ave, Harrison, NY

    Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Initial Certification Training

    Click here to register through My Learning Plan.

    Managing aggressive and violent behavior has become an essential skill relevant to all school personnel. Staff members need safe, effective behavior management training designed to maintain the care, welfare, safety and security of all involved in a crisis. Teachers and support staff will explore a range of "risk behaviors" and practice appropriate de-escalation strategies to address these behaviors while maintaining the best possible professional attitude. You must attend all session. 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. If you have further questions regarding the course, please contact Brandon Cruz via email at bcruz@swboces.org.

    Fee:
    $425 per participant for CoSer 555 members
    $495 per participant for all others

    The registration fee will apply unless cancellation is made one week prior to the workshop date.

    For questions regarding this activity, please contact Dina Roselli, droselli@swboces.org.

    Center for Professional Learning and Curriculum Support

  • Provided by NYSCATE: Lexia Learning webinar: Four Elements to Reach your School and District Literacy Goals

    Join NYSCATE Corporate Council members Lexia Learning at 11 am ET on Wednesday, March 23 for this engaging hour-long webinar on ways to meet your school/district literacy goals. As district and school administrators, you are focused on supporting your educators and providing the best resources to reach your district literacy goals. Our singular focus on literacy can help with the most rigorously researched and independently evaluated reading programs in the world. Join us as we explore four essential elements to identifying resources that tackle your student’s literacy needs while supporting teachers. Free to participants. Preregistration required: https://www.nyscate.org/page/lexia-webinar

    LHRIC Instructional Technology
  • Edith Macy Conference Center, Briarcliff Manor, NY

    TLI: TELL AWARDS

    This exciting annual award celebration give us an opportunity to celebrate and learn from educators and leaders from across the region who have been actively Transforming Education through Leading and Learning (TELL). Awardees apply for, or are nominated by their peers for their outstanding accomplishments in innovation, and are recognized by LHRIC leadership through a selection and review process. Participants will benefit from hearing directly from each awardee (Outstanding Innovative Teacher and Outstanding Innovative Leader).

    We are planning a dinner event this year.

    KEYNOTE: CHRIS SINGLETON

    REGISTER IN PLM >

    (District must participate in the TLI program to attend)

    LHRIC Instructional Technology
  • Zoom

    PD Short: Principles of Specially Designed Instruction: Research Based Strategies Teachers Should Know

    Click here to register through My Learning Plan. 

    The delivery of Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) is a core responsibility of special education teachers. Yet, many still have questions about the differences between SDI, core instruction, and supplemental interventions.

    In this PD Short, participants will define SDI, explore research based best practices, and discuss strategies for integrating them into instruction.

    Zoom links and information will be emailed the day before the course begins.

    For questions regarding this activity, please contact edellabadia@swboces.org. For questions regarding registration, please contact droselli@swboces.org

    Center for Professional Learning and Curriculum Support
  • 450 Mamaroneck Ave, Harrison, NY

    Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Initial Certification Training

    Click here to register through My Learning Plan.

    Managing aggressive and violent behavior has become an essential skill relevant to all school personnel. Staff members need safe, effective behavior management training designed to maintain the care, welfare, safety and security of all involved in a crisis. Teachers and support staff will explore a range of "risk behaviors" and practice appropriate de-escalation strategies to address these behaviors while maintaining the best possible professional attitude. You must attend all session. 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. If you have further questions regarding the course, please contact Brandon Cruz via email at bcruz@swboces.org.

    Fee:
    $425 per participant for CoSer 555 members
    $495 per participant for all others

    The registration fee will apply unless cancellation is made one week prior to the workshop date.

    For questions regarding this activity, please contact Dina Roselli, droselli@swboces.org.

    Center for Professional Learning and Curriculum Support
  • Watertown Hilton Garden Inn,1290 Arsenal St., Watertown, NY 13601

    Provided by NYSCATE: North Country Tech Integrator MeetUp

    NYSCATE North Country Region will be hosting a Technology Integrator Meetup on Friday, March 25 from 12:45 pm to 3:00 pm at the Watertown Hilton Garden Inn, 1290 Arsenal St, Watertown, NY 13601 for all members in the region. Topics of discussion include eSports, Drone technologies, NY Computer Science and Digital Fluency Standards, and uses of STEM applications such as LEGO and others. We'll then host a networking reception from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm for you to engage with members in the region and catch up on the latest news from your peers.

    Click here to learn more and to register: https://www.nyscate.org/page/north-country

    LHRIC Instructional Technology
  • 450 Mamaroneck Ave, Harrison, NY

    SLS Annual Joint Conference: Advancing Inclusive and Equitable School Libraries

    Click here to register through My Learning Plan.

    Demonstrating civic responsibility, respect for diverse perspectives, collaborating, and exhibiting digital citizenship are a complex set of learner behaviors and skills created by inclusive and equitable learning environments and a community of support. This conference looks at the role school libraries can and do play in advancing inclusion and equity for all students as well as how to partner with the school community and parents and caregivers. Gain skills, ideas, and support toward understanding inclusiveness and respect for diversity in the learning community.

    SLS Annual Joint Conference highlights:

    • Opening and closing keynotes
    • Multiple breakout sessions
    • Exhibits
    • Raffle
    • Breakfast
    • Lunch voucher for Cermele's Cafe located on the 4th Floor of our building

    Invite your administrators to join you to network at breakfast and hear the morning keynote address from 8:00am-10:00am. Email Jen Cannell with invited administrators' names.

    Early Bird Special:

    Before March 3, 2023 - $125

    After March 3, 2023 - $150


    For questions regarding this activity, please contact jcannell@swboces.org.

    Center for Professional Learning and Curriculum Support
  • Virtual/ Online event

    Software Spotlight: Lumio

    Lumio is a tool that transforms static lesson delivery with game-based activities, formative assessments, and student collaboration to enhance learning experiences on any device. Join us for a full day workshop March 27th from 9am-3pm. In the morning we will focus on learning the platform. In the afternoon we will focus on working in the platform in a supportive environment.

    Register Here

    LHRIC Instructional Technology
  • ZOOM

    PD Short: Leading an Equitable School System

    Click here to register through My Learning Plan.

    The traditions and cultures of the stakeholders within a school system make up a rich and manifold mix of perspectives. The greater the diversity of perspectives, the greater the opportunity school leaders have to build on the collective voice and values of the school system. In this session, attendees will identify one component of an equitable school system and discuss the impact on the organization and the community.

    Zoom links and information will be emailed the day before the course begins to the email address you registered with.

    For questions regarding this activity, please contact edellabadia@swboces.org. For questions regarding registration, please contact droselli@swboces.org.

    Center for Professional Learning and Curriculum Support
  • Virtual/ Online event

    Software Spotlight: Book Creator

    This product harnesses the creativity of teachers and students to accomplish exactly what it calls itself: to create books. Book creator's digital book-making platform includes various themes and templates, drawing, addition of media, and shareable options for collaboration across multiple creators. This 45- minute session is a walk-through of the product, features, and examples of how others are using the tool. Registrants will receive a Zoom link prior to the session.

    Register Here

    LHRIC Instructional Technology
  • Virtual/ Online event

    Provided by NYSCATE: Carl Hooker Book Study Begins!

    Join NYSCATE and Author Carl Hooker as we take a deep dive into his new book Ready, Set, Fail! For more information or to register: https://www.nyscate.org/page/carl-hooker-book-study
     
     
     
    LHRIC Instructional Technology
  • Virtual/ Online event

    Presented by Wakelet: Strategies to Best Support and Welcome Multilingual Geniuses in the Making Chat

    Strategies to Best Support and Welcome Multilingual Geniuses in the Making

    Below is a tentative agenda for the chat:

    1:00 – 1:10: Welcome/ Introductions

    1:10 – 1:20: Discuss the challenges that schools/programs have had when welcoming new multilingual students

    1:20- 1:30: Discuss successes that schools/programs have experienced (a chance to share any best practice tips)

    1:30 – 1:45: Nury Crawford Author of “Plant the Seeds…Expect Wonders” a parent empowerment book that shares simple strategies to implement in everyday life, also available in Spanish. She is currently the Executive Director of Alternative Schools and Innovation at Madison Metropolitan School District, and is the former president and founding Member of Georgia’s Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents.

    • Introduction
    • Benefits to students
    • Portfolio Uses
    • Any other topics she feels are important to address

    1:45 – 2:00: Q&A and wrap up

    Coffee Chat RSVP Form

    LHRIC Instructional Technology

  • January Book Club: Lost at School - Exploring the work of Dr. Ross Greene

    Click here to register on My Learning Plan.

    Looking to start the New Year with a different approach to your students who are exhibiting challenging behaviors in the classroom? Developed by Dr. Ross Greene, Collaborative & Proactive Solutions (CPS) is the model of care founded upon the belief that students do well if they CAN.

    Lost at School is an accessible text that allows the reader space to engage in the process with their own students with shared resources. Coming together as a group will allow time to problem solve together and provide a community of professional support to lean into and learn from.

    Course fee includes:
    -Lost at School eBook 6-month access
    -additional 1:1 sessions with facilitator to support work between/after sessions

    About the Facilitator: Elizabeth M. DellaBadia served as a special educator in a NYC Public School for 16 years and is passionate about teaching children who have unmet needs and supporting the educators who teach them.

    Center for Professional Learning and Curriculum Support
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News and Announcements

  • SWBOCES to celebrate 75 years

    Southern Westchester BOCES will commemorate 75 years of supporting the work of local schools with a reception prior to its Annual Meeting on April 12, 2023. 

    The celebration will take place at the Career Services campus, 65 Grasslands Road in Valhalla. The 5:30 reception will feature food service by the campus's Culinary Arts program.

    Southern Westchester BOCES was among the original Boards of Cooperative Educational Services chartered in 1948 by the state and by local school boards. Established in by the State University of New York following a June 15, 1948, meeting of school directors, board members and trustees in White Plains, the entity then known as BOCES II, first met the following September. 

    Today we offer hundreds of cooperative, cost-efficient services to school districts in the region, encompassing 187 different schools, 104,000 students, and more than 650,000 adults who live and work here. Our Centers provide more than 70 services to help school districts, teaching and administrative professionals, students, and the public with needs in the areas of special education, career and technical education, transportation, interscholastic athletics, adult and community services, technology, and professional learning. 

    Southern Westchester BOCES

  • Second in a series of workshops supports the work of Teacher Aides

    Rye Lake MS/HS hosts teacher aide training on fostering student independence

    Fostering student independence is a critical skill that all teacher aides should have in their toolbox. It enables them to support students with special needs in developing the necessary life skills to thrive in the classroom and beyond.

    As such, SWBOCES Center for Professional Learning & Curriculum Support recently continued their training series with a session on Fostering Student Independence at the Rye Lake campus.

    "The ultimate goal is to help students develop the skills they need to become independent and successful adults," said Elizabeth DellaBadia, Supervisor of Teaching, Learning, and Student Support in Southern Westchester BOCES' Center for Professional Learning & Curriculum Support. "By fostering their independence in the classroom, we are setting them up for success in the real world."

    News Feed - Rye Lake Middle/High School

  • A happy St. Patrick's Day at Tappan Hill

    Deputy Superintendent Brendan Lyons visited teacher Errol Rivera's classroom at Tappan Hill School in Tarrytown, where the wearin' o' the green was on full display for this St. Patrick's Day. We wish all who celebrate a festive and enjoyable day!

     
    News Feed - Tappan Hill

  • Receive SWBOCES alerts on your mobile device

    Receive real-time SWBOCES alerts and updates on your mobile device by downloading the eChalk Notify app on the App Store or Google Play.  

    All alerts that appear on our websites are pushed directly to the app so you don't need to check the website to receive updates, including weather-related announcements or changes to in-person or remote instruction schedules. Watch a demonstration video from eChalk here.

    Simply download and launch the app and follow the prompts to connect using one of the codes below that corresponds to your BOCES Center. 

    SWBOCES: 9ZNOV7
    Adult & Community Services: F58Q2A
    Career Services: TEZ4W0
    Interscholastic Athletics: CLYJF6
    LHRIC: 82QCYN
    Professional Development: XNK0O1
    School Library System:  FOUPS5
    Special Services: 4NIIB7

    Any eChalk user can also log in to the Notify app to receive alerts from all classes and groups without using a code.

    Southern Westchester BOCES

  • EMS students eager to represent SWBOCES CTE programs at expo in Albany

    Gianluca Queirolo and Michael Pereira are among a contingent of students and educators who will represent Southern Westchester BOCES' Career and Technical Education programs at the state capitol March 14.

    BOCES Expo 2023 will showcase CTE programs from BOCES across New York State at the base of the great stairwell of the Legislative Office Building in Albany.

    Gianluca and Michael, along with two classmates in the Emergency Medical Services program, will join teacher Robert Del Greco in presenting an EMS demonstration for event visitors.

    "We plan on presenting the basics of EMS," Gianluca said.  "We also look forward to seeing other programs from around the state."

    "Southern Westchester BOCES' EMS program is one of the best programs," said Michael.

    He and Gianluca are both Sleepy Hollow High School students and certified first responders in the Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow fire departments and ambulance corps, respectively.  Besides the real-world training they are able to apply in their volunteer responder roles, they both have the opportunity to earn up to seven college credits while in the program. 

    The pair credited their instructor and teaching assistants for the quality of the program. "They know their stuff," Michael said. 

     

    News Feed - Center for Career Services 2022-23

  • White Plains Library once again showcases CTE students' artwork

    Downtown White Plains exhibit has become an annual tradition for SWBOCES art students

    Anyone visiting the White Plains Public Library this month is in for a special treat. On display in the library’s art gallery are works by students in teacher Damian Powers’ Commercial Art classes. This is the third annual exhibit in which Mr. Powers's students have participated. This year, he noted, his students outdid themselves. “It’s exceptional,” Mr. Powers said. "They are just super-talented students.”

    News Feed - Center for Career Services 2022-23

  • Storied venue again hosting Section One championships

    Section One basketball returns to the Westchester County Center

    Representatives of the Section One Executive Committee and the SWBOCES Office of Interscholastic Athletics were on hand as County Executive George Latimer announced the return of Section One Basketball Championships to the Westchester County Center. The games got under way this week. 

    .News Feed - Southern Westchester BOCES

  • Southern Westchester CTE students shine on BOCES Advocacy Day

    Annual event lets legislators to hear directly from students about the difference BOCES makes

    SWBOCES Career Tech students Ariel Novominski and John Cross took a whirlwind tour of the New York State Capitol and Legislative offices during BOCES Advocacy Day yesterday, meeting lawmakers and sharing their stories of the positive impact BOCES programs have made for them.  Senators and members of the Assembly were gracious with their time and attention, expressing support for the vital work that BOCES does every day. 

     

    .News Feed - Southern Westchester BOCES

  • Next up, state championships in Syracuse in April!

    #CTEmonth superstars: SWBOCES Career Tech students shine at SkillsUSA Regionals

    Students from a range of Southern Westchester BOCES Career Services programs excelled at the SkillsUSA Regional competition Feb. 11 at Orange-Ulster BOCES.

    "Our students continue to excel and make us proud when matched up against their peers from across the region and statewide," Teacher and SkillsUSA Advisor Ray Sulla said. 

    Click the link to see a list of winners and categories from the weekend's competition.

    News Feed - Center for Career Services 2022-23
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