Thankful for Learning
BOCES 2 Curriculum, Instruction and Professional Development
The Art and Science of Reading Comprehension and Oral Language Development
Discover how oral language development and listening comprehension shape reading comprehension success. Explore what research revealsβand what it doesnβtβabout these complex processes. Discuss insights from the Science of Reading and NYSEDβs Literacy Initiative to inform and enhance your early literacy practices.
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Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024
β° 3:30-4:30 p.m.
π₯οΈ Online via Zoom
π The Art and Science of Reading Comprehension and Oral Language Development Registration
The Writing Rope
Build confidence in your writing instruction by exploring practical, research-based approaches to teaching process writing. Learn how to strengthen your students' βwriting musclesβ by weaving together the skills and strategies that lead to proficient, confident writers. Walk away with tools you can use immediately to enhance your writing lessons.
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Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2024
β° 8:30-11:30 a.m.
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NYS Literacy Initiative: The P-3 Literacy Instructional Best Practices
Gain valuable insights into the P-3 Instructional Best Practices Tool and its role in aligning literacy instruction with the Science of Reading. Explore strategies for reflecting on curriculum, implementing best practices, and meeting the requirements of Education Law Β§818. Learn directly from NYSED staff and educational partners in this hybrid session, featuring in-person discussions and presentations. Ensure your district is prepared to complete the attestation process with clarity and confidence.
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Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025
β° 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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π NYS Literacy Initiative: The P-3 Literacy Instructional Best Practices Registration
Multi-Tiered System of Supports-Integrated (MTSS-I): Collaborative Roundtable
Explore ways to enhance Multi-Tiered Systems of Supports-Integrated (MTSS-I) in your school or district through this collaborative roundtable. Share experiences, analyze data and develop actionable strategies to support all students. Engage in breakout sessions led by BOCES 2 experts focusing on math, ELA and behavior.
Three-Part Training
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Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025; Thursday, March 27. 2025; Tuesday, May 27, 2025
β° 1-4 p.m.
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π Multi-Tiered System of Supports- Integrated (MTSS-I): Collaborative Roundtable Registration
Mathematical Practices: Look-fors for Leaders
Equip yourself to support math instruction with confidence, even without a math background. This workshop for administrators and instructional leaders dives into the eight Mathematical Practices outlined in the Next Generation Standards. Explore how to recognize these practices in action, use evaluation tools for meaningful teacher feedback and discuss the importance of aligning instruction to these key standards.
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Monday, Feb. 3, 2025
β° 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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π Mathematical Practices: Look-fors for Leaders Registration
The Art and Science of High Frequency Word Instruction
Explore what cutting-edge research reveals about teaching high-frequency and sight words effectively in this one-hour virtual session. Discover best practices grounded in the Science of Reading to enhance word recognition and retention for K-2 learners. Part of the Art and Science of Reading series, this session ties into NYSED's Literacy Initiative and the Science of Reading Brief Series, offering practical insights you can apply right away. Elevate your literacy instruction with strategies that work!
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Thursday, Feb. 6, 2025
β° 3:30-4:30 p.m.
π₯οΈ Online via Zoom
π The Art and Science of High Frequency Word Instruction Registration