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22 Professional Learning Opportunities - All Free of Charge
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Instructor: Veronica Frullo (15 CTLE hours)
9/22/25 - 10/20/25 Asynchronous; remote office hours are available upon request.
This course offers educators comprehensive strategies and insights for creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for English Language Learners (ELLs) of all types. Participants will gain a deep understanding of the challenges faced by ELLs, particularly Students with Interrupted Formal Education (SIFE). Culturally responsive teaching practices, techniques on how to build a classroom culture that promotes language acquisition and academic success for all students are the foundation for creating inclusive, empowering learning environments where every student feels seen, valued, and equipped to thrive regardless of their cultural or linguistic background.
Instructor: Tracey Trentowski (15 CTLE hours)
9/24/25 - 10/22/25 Asynchronous; remote office hours are available upon request.
Whether it is the first day of school or you’re simply just finding the dynamic in your class is slipping, why not take a pause and break the ice! This course is tailored to educators seeking to enhance student engagement through ice breaker activities. Designed to foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment, you will be provided practical strategies and creative ideas for any age level to either kickstart or maintain meaningful connections, build rapport, and cultivate a sense of community among students. From team-building exercises to reflective prompts and interactive games, educators will discover innovative approaches to help students feel welcomed, valued, and open to learning. When students feel comfortable with their peers, it has tremendous power in terms of what you can accomplish in the classroom. Help your students foster connections and gain trust and comfort with their peers.
Instructor: Meghan Correira (15 CTLE hours)
9/29/25 - 10/27/25 Asynchronous; remote office hours are available upon request.
Recognizing and comprehending the stages of reading is essential for effective literacy instruction. In this course, participants will have a thorough understanding of how to guide students through the stages of reading, assess their progress, and implement strategies that ensure every child becomes a successful reader.
Instructor: Jenna Korte (15 CTLE hours)
10/1/25 - 10/29/25 Asynchronous; remote office hours are available upon request.
This course equips educators with the knowledge and skills to integrate virtual field trips into their teaching practice for grades K-5. Participants will explore the educational benefits of virtual field trips, learn how to align them with curriculum standards, and discover tools and platforms for creating immersive learning experiences. Let’s engage students and design activities that enhance learning before, during, and after the trip!
Instructor: Lisa Ihne, Ed.D. & Nicole Baryk (15 CTLE hours)
10/6/25 - 11/03/25 Asynchronous; remote office hours are available upon request
In a world that is constantly moving and dominated by technology, it is easy to lose sight of what matters most. This class provides an opportunity to take a step back, strip away the noise, and reconnect with the essentials. Whether you are looking to rebuild routines, restore clarity, or simply start fresh, this course is about rediscovering the simple practices that support growth, character building, relationships, and intentional living to help reset mind, body, and spirit. Let's pause, reflect, and reconnect!
Instructor: Barbra Knab (15 CTLE hours)
10/8/24 - 11/2/24 Hybrid: four synchronous hours- dates & times determined by class, plus 11 hours asynchronous; remote office hours are available upon request.
In this 15-hour hybrid professional learning course, teachers will explore how to introduce simple coding and robotics instruction in their elementary classrooms to increase student engagement and further students’ social-emotional learning and interdisciplinary computational thinking skills. Teachers will create lesson plans to address the NYS K-12 Computer Science and Digital Fluency standards, self-reflect on their instructional implementation, and collaborate with colleagues in peer review.
As part of the course, teachers will receive a long-term loan of Edison robots for this class and their classroom. There is no cost to the district or teacher for the course or loan of robots.
Instructor: Rachel Kench (15 CTLE hours)
10/14/25 - 11/11/25 Asynchronous; remote office hours are available upon request
Participants in this course will explore the various nuances of social media and how they affect our daily lives in and out of the classroom. We will learn to more closely evaluate news sources, we will better understand the risks and threats of social media, and we will explore ethical practices regarding social media. Participants will create learning materials and lesson plans that help guide students towards responsible and safe social media citizenship.
Instructor: Jessica Ciardullo (15 CTLE hours)
10/15/25 - 11/12/25 Asynchronous; remote office hours are available upon request
This course is designed for educators, school counselors, and staff to equip themselves with the knowledge and practical tools to support children of divorce in school settings. Divorced families can significantly impact children’s emotional, academic, and social well-being. This course will provide participants with a deeper understanding of the challenges these children face and empower educators to create supportive environments for them.
Instructor: Meredith Murolo (45 CTLE hours)
10/16/25 - 12/19/25 Asynchronous; remote office hours are available upon request
Extend your Students with Disabilities (SWD) Certification to Grades 3-4, 5-6, 7-8 and/or 10-12 and increase your versatility as a special education teacher. In June of 2018, NYS approved certification pathways for special education teachers interested in extending their existing certification(s). The requirements for these extensions include experience in one or both of the grade levels nearest the extension, a current NYS Students with Disabilities (SWD) Generalist certification, and a 45-hour NYSED approved course in the extension grade band. There will be three sections of work: Knowledge of Students, Instructional Strategies, and Professional Practice. Content is aligned to the NYS Teaching and Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) Standards. Promoting flexibility, this entire course will be conducted online via Google Classroom.
Instructor: Mia LaFata (15 CTLE hours)
10/20/25 - 11/17/25 Asynchronous; remote office hours are available upon request
This course provides a comprehensive exploration of Google Workspace. We will dedicate focused sessions to mastering essential applications such as Google Drive, Docs, Forms, Sheets, and Slides - uncovering their unique functionalities and seamless collaboration within the education environment. Educators will gain practical strategies to leverage these tools to enrich their curriculum and cultivate advanced technology skills in their students. Participants will also learn how to navigate Google Chromebooks and utilize Google Workspace on those devices.
Instructor: Ed Schmeider (15 CTLE hours)
10/22/25 - 11/19/25 Asynchronous; remote office hours are available upon request
We will study Robert Macfarlane and Jackie Morris' Big Book (a large format illustrated book) "The Lost Words." This book sparked a cultural phenomenon when it was published in Britain, and spawned an array of wonderful student classroom activities and teaching units. We will be looking at those resources as we move through the course. The precipitating event was the publication of an edition of the Oxford Junior Dictionary that removed "an enormous number of flower and nature words starting with 'Acorn'...." The course will also introduce the literary lens Eco-criticism which centers upon ecological celebration and concern.
Instructor: William Scampoli (15 CTLE hours)
10/27/25 - 11/24/25 Asynchronous; remote office hours are available upon request
Teaching is not just about working with students; it’s also about building strong, positive relationships with the parents, colleagues, and administrators who help shape a school community. This course will give educators practical tools to communicate more effectively, collaborate with confidence, and navigate tough conversations with professionalism and empathy. Together, we will explore real-world strategies for working as a team with colleagues, handling parent concerns, and finding solutions when conflicts arise. Through online discussions, activities, and self-reflection, participants will leave with new skills to create a more connected, supportive school environment where both students and staff can thrive.
Instructor: Hal Kench (15 CTLE hours)
10/29/25 - 11/26/25 Asynchronous; remote office hours are available upon request
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming education in profound ways, reshaping the traditional classroom landscape and revolutionizing teaching and learning practices. This class will delve into both the positive and negative effects of AI within educational settings.
Instructor: Veronica Frullo (15 CTLE hours)
11/3/25 - 12/1/25 Asynchronous; remote office hours are available upon request
This course covers essential skills such as effective classroom management, time organization, building strong relationships with students, and preventing burnout. Educators will also learn how to navigate curriculum and assessments, collaborate with colleagues, and set personal and professional goals for growth. With a focus on self-care and reflection, this course will help you not just survive, but thrive, in your first five years of teaching!
Instructor: Doug Shaw (15 CTLE hours)
11/5/25 - 12/3/25 Asynchronous; remote office hours are available upon request
One of the lasting effects of the Covid lockdowns is the disconnectedness teachers report with their students. What if the pandemic only accelerated the trend that began in 2012, when over 50% of American teenagers started carrying smartphones? This course will take an in-depth look at the reasons so many of our students feel so disconnected, the challenges that present to educators, and what we can do about it.
Instructor: Caitlin Morrell (15 CTLE hours)
11/6/25 - 12/14/25 Asynchronous; remote office hours are available upon request
With the influx of artificial intelligence tools, the educational landscape is drastically changing. This course is designed to embrace the technological shift, and use these AI tools to your advantage. In this course, you will learn how to streamline your lesson planning, elevate your lessons, embed differentiation and scaffolding, and save time doing it using free AI tools.
Instructor: Tracey Trentowski (15 CTLE hours)
11/10/25 - 12/8/25 Asynchronous; remote office hours are available upon request
Literature circles are more than just small group book clubs - they’re powerful tools for fostering student voice, critical thinking, and authentic engagement with texts. In this course, educators will explore how to implement literature circles that work across all grade levels and classroom contexts, whether students are reading the same novel or working in diverse groups with different texts. Participants will learn how to structure roles and responsibilities, differentiate by reading level and interest, and use literature circles with whole-class texts or choice-based reading. We'll also explore strategies for discussion norms, accountability, and assessment that bring literature to life through conversation and connection.
Instructor: Jenna Korte (15 CTLE hours)
11/12/25 - 12/10/25 Asynchronous; remote office hours are available upon request
Help your students build the mathematical foundation they need to thrive! This interactive course equips K–5 educators with effective, developmentally appropriate strategies to strengthen number sense - an essential skill for long-term math success. Learn how to foster flexible thinking with numbers, support meaningful math discourse, and implement hands-on activities that promote deep understanding. Whether you're teaching kindergarteners just beginning their math journey or upper elementary students who need stronger number sense, this course offers practical tools and insights to enhance your instruction and boost student confidence in math.
Instructor: Kim Davis (15 CTLE hours)
11/13/25 - 12/11/25 Asynchronous; remote office hours are available upon request
This course will support and guide teachers of students with ADHD. Participants will learn a combination of strategies, tools, and resources designed to help educators effectively meet the unique needs of students with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. These supports can improve classroom engagement, academic outcomes, and behavior management.
Instructor: Meghan Correira (15 CTLE hours)
11/17/25 - 12/15/25 Asynchronous; remote office hours are available upon request
Providing different learning stations within the elementary classroom where students can work independently or in small groups is an effective way to engage in focused learning on a particular skill or subject. Participants will learn how to plan, design, and designate areas with specific materials and activities that allow students to refine and solidify previously taught skills through application. Centers can also be designed to cater to different learning styles, allowing teachers to address individual needs. In this course, educators will learn how to create unique learning centers and strategies to effectively run centers in the elementary classroom.
Instructor: Jessica Ciardullo (15 CTLE hours)
11/19/25 - 12/17/25 Asynchronous; remote office hours are available upon request
This four-week online course introduces educators to mindfulness practices that reduce stress, build emotional resilience, and enhance classroom environments. Educators will learn practical techniques to manage daily stressors and cultivate a mindful presence that benefits both themselves and their students. Through guided meditations, reflective journaling, and actionable strategies, participants will create sustainable mindfulness habits that foster well-being and improve student outcomes.
Instructor: Mia LaFata (15 CTLE hours)
11/24/25 - 12/22/25 Asynchronous; remote office hours are available upon request
Unleash your inner EdTech superhero! This dynamic course dives deep into the exciting world of AI, giving you hands-on experience with game-changing tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, and more. Reclaim your time, personalize learning like never before, and discover innovative ways to engage your students: the future of education is AI-powered, and it starts here! This course will be run in a way where you can choose your own path and which AI tools you would like to explore.
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