Instructional Support Services
May 2024
May 2024
About our Newsletter
The HFHO BOCES Instructional Support Services Newsletter is your go-to hub for all things teaching! Packed with handpicked resources, tools, and fresh ideas, it's here to help you level up your teaching game and make learning more engaging and fun for your students. Here at ISS, we're all about creating a space where teachers can connect, swap ideas, and learn from each other. Whether you need support, resources, or just want to pitch a professional development idea, or share a great teaching moment, we're here for you. So don't be shy—reach out, and let's make teaching a collaborative endeavor!
Meet our lovely assistants extraordinaire: ISS secretary Amanda Chapple and copy room magician Eve Macri. We appreciate you both! 🌸
Curated Articles & Strategies
Empower your teaching journey with insightful resources and strategies. Here are some shareable/discussable resources the ISS team has looked over, and we think they might be worthy of your limited time! Click on the items that you think will help you and skip the ones that won't. And remember, we are here if you need us! Here's a link to our website.
Click the pic below to read the articles! We believe these are worth your time:
Addressing Work Refusal in the Classroom
Shining a Light on Dyscalculia
Compass Points Thinking Routines
Looking for a Book Study PD? We have several coming up this Summer! Check Below.
Summer PD Sneak Peek!
Building Deeper Readers & Writers with Kelly Gallagher & Penny Kittle: Podcast
May is Mental Health Awareness Month
Teacher Feature 🍎
Roseanne Tangorra, a Special Education teacher at Frankfort Schuyler School District, masterfully combines rigor with play to create a structured, nurturing classroom environment. Her innovative teaching methods and best practices ensure that each student feels supported and encouraged to reach their full potential. Roseanne’s ability to stay in tune with her students allows her to balance academic challenges with engaging activities, making learning both effective and enjoyable.
Beyond her classroom, Roseanne is a vital part of the educational community. She builds strong connections with parents, partners, and colleagues, fostering a collaborative spirit that enhances the learning experience. The ISS team recognizes Roseanne's dedication and outstanding contributions, celebrating her as a shining example of excellence in special education. Be sure to congratulate Roseanne on her remarkable achievements when you see her out in the field!
If you know an educator or staff member that's deserving of a Teacher Feature, the ISS team is ready to spotlight them!