Calendar of Upcoming Events

  • Virtual/ Online event

    [Learning in the Age of AI: Level 1] 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 essential tool in the classroom, with Artificial Intelligence (AI) at the forefront of transforming the way we teach and learn. If you're eager to stay ahead of the curve, this course is designed just for you. Join us to discover how to harness the power of AI as a teaching assistant and time-saving resource. You will not only learn the practical applications of AI tools but also gain insights into the ethical considerations and responsible use of AI in education.

    LHRIC Instructional Technology
  • Virtual/ Online event

    [Learning in the Age of AI: Level 2] Differentiate Instruction with AI

    Tailoring instruction to meet diverse learners in a classroom is challenging and time consuming but can yield results for students that are life altering and empowering. Finding the right mix of tools, strategies and resources will help teachers attain the goal of meeting the needs of all students in the classroom. Technology and Artificial Intelligence have done much to assist in this somewhat daunting task. In this course, participants will explore data-gathering tools to assess students' entry points to learning, explore instructional models and technology tools that foster differentiated instruction, and dive into AI tools that facilitate differentiation that help make the process much easier to accomplish.
    NOTE: This course may be taken as a standalone session, but it's also part of a learning pathway that can earn you a Level 2 Badge ("Classroom Integrator.") To learn more, visit https://sites.google.com/lhric.org/lhriclearningpaths/learning-in-the-age-of-artificial-intelligence.

    This course is 100% online and will take approximately 6 hours to complete. This course begins on October 14, 2025, and participants have until November 12 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.

    Register Here

    LHRIC Instructional Technology
  • SWBOCES - 450 Mamaroneck Avenue, 3rd floor, Harrison, NY

    Early Learning (PK-3) Educators Network

    Register here.

    Our early learning network has a new look! We will meet in person at the Center for Professional Learning and visit host schools to engage in learning walks focused on Early Learning.

    Join us for collaborative learning experiences with colleagues who are dedicated to enhancing the educational experiences of Early Learners (PK-3) across all content areas. Together we will explore best practices, theories, and innovative approaches to early childhood education. Members of the group will engage in activities including sharing resources, analyzing current research, developing curriculum strategies, and reflecting on their teaching methods. We welcome teams of teachers, administrators, instructional coaches, early learning specialists, department chairs, and all who support Early Learning.

    Center for Professional Learning and Curriculum Support
  • via Zoom

    RECOVS MHELP (Mental Health Education Leaders Partnership) Meetings

    Register Here

    Mental health leadership teams from SWBOCES's RECOVS Mental Health Grant Consortium will meet to discuss and collaborate around grant implementation, including:

    - Social-Emotional Learning
    - MTSS-i (including systems & structures and data & assessment)
    - professional learning
    - budget & logistics
    - other grant-related considerations

    Center for Professional Learning and Curriculum Support
  • SWBOCES - 450 Mamaroneck Avenue, 3rd floor, Harrison, NY

    SLS- SLSA Symposium- Rooted in Values, Growing for the Future: School Libraries and the ALA Core Values

    Register here.

    Join us for a dynamic, statewide day of professional learning centered on the ALA Core Values-Access, Equity, Intellectual Freedom, Privacy, Public Good, and Sustainability- and their vital role in school library practice. Keynote speaker KC Boyd will inspire participants to lead with purpose as we explore how these values intersect with emerging and essential topics such as AI, culturally responsive and sustaining practices, ELL support, media literacy, and differentiated practices. Through presentations, collaborative table work, and reflective activities, attendees will leave empowered to align their library programs with the values that drive equitable future-ready learning communities. We hope you can join us in person for dynamic virtual statewide workshop that is sponsored by the School Library Systems Association. 

    Center for Professional Learning and Curriculum Support
  • SWBOCES - 450 Mamaroneck Avenue, 3rd floor, Harrison, NY

    Orton Gillingham Educator Course- FALL Cohort

    Register here.

    Laurie Cousseau, from Green River Literacy will provide training for teachers utilizing the Orton Gillingham methodology. This course meets the requirements for the OG Classroom Educator designation with the OGA (Orton-Gillingham Academy) Teachers will be provided with an overview of dyslexia and students with reading disabilities, the neurological brain base of reading, explicit multi-sensory based diagnostic and prescriptive teaching, the nuts and bolts of phonics and the linguistic structure of the English language, phonological awareness, syllable structure, spelling generalizations, oral reading fluency, using informal progress monitoring and benchmark data to inform instruction, multi-sensory strategies, and how to identify/support struggling readers and extend existing Tier 1 and Tier 2 programming.

    Center for Professional Learning and Curriculum Support
  • SWBOCES - 450 Mamaroneck Avenue, 3rd floor, Harrison, NY

    Fostering Student Talk & Navigating "Touchy" Topics

    Register here.

    Classroom talk is essential to developing students' thinking, deepening comprehension, and solidifying learning-especially in ELA and Social Studies, where engaging with complex texts and issues is central. This workshop supports secondary educators in creating classroom environments that foster purposeful, inclusive student dialogue-even when discussions touch on sensitive or controversial topics.

    Participants will explore practical strategies and protocols to support student-led discussions grounded in evidence, while also developing norms for respectful discourse. The session also offers tools for navigating "touchy” topics with care and clarity, helping students build the civic skills and literacy habits outlined in New York State's Civic Readiness Initiative and Portrait of a Graduate.

    Educators will leave with ready-to-use discussion strategies and approaches that position student talk as a powerful driver of both academic learning and civic engagement.

    Center for Professional Learning and Curriculum Support
  • SWBOCES - 450 Mamaroneck Avenue, 3rd floor, Harrison, NY

    Orton Gillingham Educator Course- FALL Cohort

    Register here.

    Laurie Cousseau, from Green River Literacy will provide training for teachers utilizing the Orton Gillingham methodology. This course meets the requirements for the OG Classroom Educator designation with the OGA (Orton-Gillingham Academy) Teachers will be provided with an overview of dyslexia and students with reading disabilities, the neurological brain base of reading, explicit multi-sensory based diagnostic and prescriptive teaching, the nuts and bolts of phonics and the linguistic structure of the English language, phonological awareness, syllable structure, spelling generalizations, oral reading fluency, using informal progress monitoring and benchmark data to inform instruction, multi-sensory strategies, and how to identify/support struggling readers and extend existing Tier 1 and Tier 2 programming.

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

    [Learning in the Age of AI: Level 1] 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 essential tool in the classroom, with Artificial Intelligence (AI) at the forefront of transforming the way we teach and learn. If you're eager to stay ahead of the curve, this course is designed just for you. Join us to discover how to harness the power of AI as a teaching assistant and time-saving resource. You will not only learn the practical applications of AI tools but also gain insights into the ethical considerations and responsible use of AI in education.

    LHRIC Instructional Technology
  • Virtual/ Online event

    [Learning in the Age of AI: Level 2] Differentiate Instruction with AI

    Tailoring instruction to meet diverse learners in a classroom is challenging and time consuming but can yield results for students that are life altering and empowering. Finding the right mix of tools, strategies and resources will help teachers attain the goal of meeting the needs of all students in the classroom. Technology and Artificial Intelligence have done much to assist in this somewhat daunting task. In this course, participants will explore data-gathering tools to assess students' entry points to learning, explore instructional models and technology tools that foster differentiated instruction, and dive into AI tools that facilitate differentiation that help make the process much easier to accomplish.
    NOTE: This course may be taken as a standalone session, but it's also part of a learning pathway that can earn you a Level 2 Badge ("Classroom Integrator.") To learn more, visit https://sites.google.com/lhric.org/lhriclearningpaths/learning-in-the-age-of-artificial-intelligence.

    This course is 100% online and will take approximately 6 hours to complete. This course begins on October 14, 2025, and participants have until November 12 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.

    Register Here

    LHRIC Instructional Technology
  • SWBOCES - 450 Mamaroneck Avenue, 3rd floor, Harrison, NY

    2025-26 DEI Leaders' Action Network: Advancing Equity Through the NYSED Portrait of a Graduate

    Register here.

    Join a powerful network of school district teams committed to advancing equity, and access in ways that transform classrooms and communities. This year, we will ground our work in Liz Kleinrock's Start Here, Start Now and connect its practical strategies directly to the New York State Portrait of a Graduate.

    Over five full-day sessions, district teams will:

    1.Engage in deep professional learning on equity-centered leadership and culturally responsive-sustaining practices.

    2. Participate in guided book study discussions and collaborative activities that link Start Here, Start Now to Portrait of a Graduate attributes.

    3. Design and refine a district-specific DEI initiative anchored to one of the six Portrait attributes.

    4. Receive targeted support and coaching to move from concept to actionable implementation.

    5. Showcase their work and leave with a clear action plan for 2026-2027.

    By the end of the year, each team will have:

    -Selected a Portrait of a Graduate attribute to anchor their DEI work.
    -Designed and tested a district-specific initiative that advances equity and belonging in their school community.
    -Developed stakeholder engagement and sustainability strategies to ensure lasting impact.
    -Built strong cross-district connections to share resources, successes, and lessons learned.

    Each participating district is strongly encouraged to register as a team of at least two members and up to 5.

    Center for Professional Learning and Curriculum Support
  • LHRIC - 450 Mamaroneck, Harrison, NY 10428

    2025 Branching Minds User Group

    This will be a fun, collaborative morning designed to help you get even more out of Branching Minds and strengthen your MTSS practice.

    LHRIC Instructional Technology
  • Online Zoom meeting

    3:00-4:00 Amira Vendor Spotlight (Virtual)

    The New K-8 Amira Reading Suite!  Register Here

    LHRIC Instructional Technology
  • SWBOCES - 450 Mamaroneck Avenue, 3rd floor, Harrison, NY

    SLS Council Meeting

    Register here.

    The School Library Council is responsible for developing and approving the Plan of Service; is responsible for monitoring the implementation of the Plan of Service; recommends for approval the annual budget prior to submission to the District Superintendent for his signature; and supports the activities of the School Library System, through service on a committee. 

    Center for Professional Learning and Curriculum Support
  • via Zoom

    The Leadership Studio: A Strategic & Proactive Professional Learning Experience for School Leaders

    Register here.

    Effective school leadership requires more than managing day-to-day operations-it calls for vision, courage, and a proactive approach to navigating the evolving needs of students, staff, and communities. The Leadership Studio is a dynamic professional learning series designed to inspire, empower, and support principals and assistant principals in leading with purpose, clarity, and impact.

    Grounded in research and real-world practice, this series blends structured learning with responsive coaching and peer collaboration. Participants will engage in a sequence of high-leverage sessions focused on the most pressing topics in education today: MTSS implementation, culturally responsive leadership, social-emotional learning, instructional excellence, discipline reform, and authentic community engagement.

    Each session is designed to not only build knowledge but also strengthen capacity-equipping leaders with practical tools, strategic frameworks, and a supportive network to foster innovation, equity, and sustainable school improvement. Whether you're building foundational systems or driving next-level growth, The Leadership Studio offers a space to think boldly, lead collaboratively, and create meaningful, lasting change.

    Center for Professional Learning and Curriculum Support
  • SWBOCES - 450 Mamaroneck Avenue, 3rd floor, Harrison, NY

    Embedding New York State's Portrait of Graduate in ELA & Social Studies

    Register here.

    What does it mean to prepare students not only for academic success, but for life as thoughtful, engaged, and future-ready citizens? This session supports secondary ELA and Social Studies educators in designing instruction aligned to New York State's Portrait of a Graduate, with a focus on authentic literacy, Project-Based Learning (PBL), and civic readiness.

    Participants will explore how ELA and Social Studies instruction can cultivate key attributes of the Portrait of a Graduate, including for students to be: Academically Prepared through engagement with NYS Learning Standards; Critical Thinkers who analyze and evaluate sources to make evidence-based arguments; Effective Communicators who express their ideas compellingly while listening actively and considering diverse perspectives; Global Citizens who apply civic knowledge and ethical reasoning to real-world issues; and Reflective and Future-Focused Learners who set goals, engage in self-reflection, and make decisions that support their success.

    Through collaborative planning, discussion, and models of PBL and civic learning, educators will develop strategies to integrate these competencies into unit and lesson design-positioning students as readers, writers, thinkers, and citizens who are motivated and prepared to thrive in college, career, and civic life.

    The full day session will be followed by optional Zoom sessions in the following months focused on classroom application.

    Center for Professional Learning and Curriculum Support
  • SWBOCES - 450 Mamaroneck Avenue, 3rd floor, Harrison, NY

    SLS Communication Coordinators Meeting

    Register here.

    Quarterly meetings for SLS Communication Coordinators as mandated in NY State Education Law 90.18. Communication Coordinators are informed on topics such as New York State Education Department updates, technology, and Information Fluency Skills. Professional development is provided on current issues with the expectation that it is shared with other school librarians in district.

    Center for Professional Learning and Curriculum Support
  • VIRTUAL

    Extempore Vendor Spotlight

    Extempore: A Smarter Way to Assess

    Please join us virtually for an Engaging Learning Session hosted by Extempore and LHRIC.

    Looking for a powerful solution to elevate academic integrity and truly understand what your students know? Extempore is your all-in-one platform for dynamic, authentic assessment across World Languages, ELL programs, and STEAM.

    With Extempore, educators can:

    • Host and manage assessments seamlessly
    • Capture student responses via audio, video, or text
    • Deliver personalized feedback aligned to rubrics
    • Track progress and performance with real-time data
    • Sync effortlessly with your LMS

    Extempore's multimedia prompts ensure that student responses reflect genuine learning–not memorization. Whether you're assessing speaking proficiency, comprehension, or creative thinking, Extempore empowers educators to focus on what matters most: student growth.

    Ready to transform assessment into insight? Discover how Extempore can support your instructional goals while maintaining academic integrity and promoting meaningful learning.

    Zoom meeting link will be sent to all registered participants the day before the event. If you are unable to attend, please sign up anyway, and we will send you a recording of the session.

    REGISTER HERE >

    LHRIC Instructional Technology
  • 450 Mamaroneck Ave, Harrison NY 10528 Regatta Rooms A&B

    Budget Workshop #1

    Southern Westchester BOCES
  • 450 Mamaroneck Ave, Harrison NY 10528 Regatta Rooms A&B

    Budget Workshop #2

    Southern Westchester BOCES
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Our Mission, Vision & Core Values

Our Mission

Southern Westchester BOCES supports students, districts and communities across our region through innovative, future-focused services, and forward-thinking leadership, centered on equity, access, and opportunity for all.

Our Vision

We aspire to be a proactive, responsive, student-centered, and centralized hub of support, expertise and innovation, that serves as a model for our regional and state-wide partners.

Our Core Values

We believe that we can achieve our vision and accomplish our mission if, in all of our work, we strive to uphold the following core values:

Service - We support our educational partners and stakeholders by maintaining the highest levels of responsiveness, expertise, and collaboration.

Integrity - We are committed to maintaining trusting and respectful relationships with all stakeholders.

Equity, Opportunity and Access - We embrace the importance of wellness, inclusivity, and dignity for each individual.

Read about Southern Westchester BOCES's Blueprint for Excellence - Strategic Plan 2025-2028. 

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