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CiTi ISS Communicator

December 2021

CiTi ISSCommunicatorDecember 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.

Ask Us About Our Asynchronous Learning Opportunities!

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Dignity for All Students Act: Required Training for Certification/Licensure (Teachers, Administrators, Teaching Assistants, Coaches, etc)

Register for our last virtual opportunity using this link.
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

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The Reading Rope: How a reading specialist uses the reading rope to intervene

Click here to read a blog post on the classroom application of Scarborough's Reading Rope.
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2nd Installment of K-5 Math Network is this Monday, December 6th from 2:00pm-3:00pm

SAVE THE DATE - Monday, January 3rd - 1:30pm to 2:30pm - 6-12 Math Network


The 2nd Math network meeting for K-5 will be Monday, Dec. 6th at 2:00pm. We will end at 3:00PM, but if you'd like to stay longer for more discussion the time will be available. We will be focusing on intervention models for tiers 2 and 3. What program does your district use? We also will discuss implementation and PD being done for Next Generation Learning Standards. One other question that was an interest of many, "What is your main vehicle for instruction?" will be expanded upon. The link to the virtual meeting will be sent to all registrants on the day of the meeting. Click here to register: K-5 Math Network


The next 6--12 Math Network will take place on Monday, January 3rd, from 1:30-2:30. More time will be available after the meeting for discussion if needed. Click to register for 6-12 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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Sharing the Rock

In a world stretched to the limits of viability by divisive "us-them" thinking, we need a worldview founded upon a greater truth: the unity of humankind and the wholeness of the planet. In Sharing the Rock, prominent leadership educator, and Center for Ethical Leadership founder, Bill Grace, presents a model of leadership designed to do just that by cultivating a worldview rooted in the common good.
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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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How Should Schools Support New Teachers Right Now?

Click here to read an article for School Leaders on three take-aways to support new teachers.
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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.