Upcoming Professional Learning Events
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2022-23 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Leaders' Network
The DEI Leaders' Network comes together in response to calls for action to ensure each student benefits from an equitable and diverse learning experience. This Network serves as a community of practice with the intent of realizing the promise of developing equitable and inclusive educational journeys for students. Here, we leverage personal, professional, and personal-professional experiences to build and action strategies, resources, policies, and plans that advance DEI goals.
The NYSED Culturally Responsive-Sustaining Education Framework is at the heart of our work. It highlights the importance of "incorporating an equity and inclusion lens in every facet of our work….” We embrace a differentiated approach, considering each individual, classroom, school, and district and their varied interests and needs.
Network Goals:
- Convene DEI leaders and practitioners to collaborate on DEI policy, strategic planning, and implementation
- Consider the essential question: To what extent is my district/school/classroom an equitable one?
- Ground our work in NYSED's CRSE Framework and NYSED's DEI Policy
- Identify an area of focus and implement action steps to support your district's DEI efforts
- Contribute to Network resources and co-construct priorities
Network Members:
- While the DEI Leaders' Network is open to all engaged in DEI practice, we recommend joining with a colleague or school-wide or district-wide team.
- Members serve as "leaders” in the broadest definition of the term.
- Members are expected to bring ideas back to their districts, schools, and/or classrooms
Contract Tracy Tyler (ttyler@swboces.org) for team pricing.Center for Professional Learning and Curriculum Support
Teaching in Remote/Hybrid Learning Environments (TRLE) Grant
The Rethink K-12 Education Models Grant was developed to support educators in creating innovative practices to respond to and address the challenges created by the COVID-19 crisis. New York State was one of 11 states awarded funds under this grant competition. Southern Westchester BOCES, in partnership with LHRIC, Rockland BOCES, and Putnam Northern Westchester BOCES applied for funding through the Rethink K-12 Education Models Grant with the plan to provide educators professional learning opportunities to support in implementing high-quality and effective practices in remote/hybrid teaching and learning in order to lead to success for all students.
Click here to learn more about the TRLE Grant.
Pre-Recorded Webinars Library
- World Languages for Performance Design Online! Facilitated by Jennifer Eddy
- Speech Language Pathology: Creating IEP-Driven and Motivating Teletherapy: Facilitated by Dorothy Leone
- Virtual Learning in Elementary Schools: Planning for Teaching and Learning for our Young Students Facilitated by Tracy Tyler
- Supporting Students with Disabilities for Teaching Assistants and Aides Facilitated by Hollis Dannaham
- Prioritizing Standards to Ensure High-Quality Learning Experiences Facilitated by Tracy Tyler and Special Guest Larry Ainsworth
- Online Learning for Languages: Strategies and Practices to Support Communication Facilitated by Jennifer Eddy
- Translation of Practice for IFC Review and Discussion of School Library Annual Report Facilitated by Melissa Jacobs
- SLS Joint Mini Conference Keynote Presentation: Distance Doesn't Mean Distant Facilitated by Jessamyn West
- Master Scheduling Solutions: A Webinar with Elliot Merenbloom
- A Path Toward Healing and Transformation: Social Emotional Learning and Racial Equity Facilitated by Morningside Center for Teaching Social Responsibility
What is a PD Short?
PD Shorts are concise and targeted professional learning opportunities showcasing practices you can use with your students immediately. During synchronous 60-minute sessions, you will learn from an expert and collaborate with colleagues. Expect to engage with new content, while experiencing innovative online pedagogy and tools. CTLE credits available.
