CiTi ISS Communicator

November 5, 2021

CiTi ISSCommunicatorNovember 5, 2021

The purpose of this newsletter is to:


  • showcase upcoming professional development
  • offer supports to foster adult learning and student achievement
  • share resources from Instructional Support Services, Distance Learning and Model Schools Teams
CiTi BOCES Professional Development Catalog Highlights
Click titles below for session description and registration link.
Resilience Resources
A collection of resilience building strategies to support you.
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Dignity for All Students Act: Required Training for Certification/Licensure (Teachers, Administrators, Teaching Assistants, Coaches, etc)

Six hour training in Harassment, Bullying, Cyberbullying and Discrimination in Schools.

November 15, 2021 8:30-3:30

NGLS Professional Development Options
The CiTi School Improvement Team is focused on supporting teachers and leaders with the implementation of high quality, rigorous curriculum and the continuous improvement of instruction aligned with the Next Generation Learning Standards.
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We have partnered with DCMO BOCES to continue growing our list of virtual opportunities for this school year. Like all of you, our artists are working hard to modify and adapt to the changing learning environment and are continuously adding new enrichment opportunities that can now be enjoyed virtually. We currently have over 80 high-quality virtual opportunities for students and schools to enjoy with more being added daily. If you have any questions regarding a specific program please feel free to reach out to WJones@citiboces.org.
Distance Learning
Click here to view a calendar of LIVE STREAMED events, virtual tours, and video recordings (updated regularly).

Other Instructional Resources

Balanced Literacy and Structured Literacy- What's the Difference?

View this free 30-minute webinar from 95 percent group for an overview of structured literacy that is clear, unambiguous, and the “right fit” for students learning to read. A handout is also available. Click here to fill out a quick form and then get immediate access to the webinar/handout.

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6-12 Math Network is returning this Monday!

SAVE THE DATE - Monday, November 8th - 1:30pm to 2:30pm


Math network meeting will be returning this Monday for grades 6-12. Did you miss communicating and collaborating with other math educators from around Oswego County? Math network will be for math educators to share their voice about best practices, explore various resources, and stay current with NYSED updates. We will be exploring Performance Level Descriptors, updates from the August SCDN frameworks conference, NGMLS implementation, and Scaffolding Instruction. The link to the virtual meeting will be sent to all registrants on the day of the meeting. Click here to register: 6-12 Math Network.


The next K--5 Math Network will take place on Monday, December 6th, from 2:00-3:00. Click to register for K-5 Math Network. If there is something you'd like to discuss, please send me your ideas at mperry@citiboces.org.

Look What We Are Reading or Listening to!

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District Leader: Transforming Education

A weekly podcast dedicated to highlighting district leaders in public education from across the country. Host Luis Valentino, Ed.D., interviews a different superintendent in each episode. District Leader is a podcast about moving and inspiring educators to believe in the power of education, its leaders, and transformation.
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Teaching, Reading & Learning: The Reading League Podcast

Dr. Pam Kastner is one of the most generous teachers in the field of reading. In this podcast, she discusses ways to support our collective efficacy. She unpacks the idea that sometimes behavior can persuade belief. Pam will also talk about the importance of Kindness. Click here to listen now.

Follow the Teaching, Reading & Learning Podcast on Spotify.

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The Grow Kinder Podcast

Grow Kinder, a podcast from Committee for Children, is a first-of-its-kind podcast about social-emotional learning that features conversations with thought leaders in education, business, technology, and the arts who all have one thing in common: a dedication to growing kinder and helping others do the same.