Explore, Learn, and Grow with ELT Academy

Location: Zoom Session Date & Time: Session 1: May 14, 2026: 5:00pm – 7:00pm Session 2: May 21, 2026: 5:00pm – 7:00pm Session 3: May 28, 2026: 5:00pm – 7:00pm Would you like to show up in your life with greater calm, clarity, and connection? Would you like to be able to leave more of your work stress at work and more of your personal stress at home? Would you like to be able to take yourself down a notch before and after a stressful class, meeting, or phone call? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you likely could benefit from integrating mindfulness practices into your day. As part of NYSUT’s commitment to our members overall well-being, we are happy to offer this valuable opportunity. The RISE Kripalu Program teaches practitioners how to achieve greater clarity and resilience, improved situational awareness and better decision-making and work/life balance through mindfulness techniques. RISE is an evidence-based professional development program anchored in the science and practice of mindfulness, yoga, and positive psychology. The RISE program brings together more than a decade of research in mindfulness, resilience, brain science, and social and emotional intelligence. RISE is not a yoga class. There are no barriers to entry, RISE is designed to offer tools that can be used any time, any place, in your personal and your professional lives. These tools can be shared with your students, your colleagues, and your families. To learn more about the RISE program, visit https://kripalu.org/rise-resources Program Highlights: 3 live, virtual sessions Each session is 2 hours Earn up to 6 hours of CTLE credit (1 CTLE hour per completed session) Important Information: Participants are encouraged to attend all sessions to maximize the program's benefits and receive full CTLE credit. Why Join RISE? This empowering program offers evidence-based tools to enhance mindfulness, resilience, and work/life balance. Equip yourself with practical strategies to improve your professional and personal life while positively influencing your students, colleagues, and family. Read more

Date: July 16, 2026 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Location: Zoom Audience: Statewide The Dignity Act maintains that it is the policy of the State of New York to afford all students in public schools an environment free of discrimination and harassment (Education Law 10). This interactive and discussion-based program examines harassment, discrimination and bullying as it relates to, but is not limited to, those acts based on a person's actual or perceived race, color, weight, national origin, gender or sex. Participants will engage in authentic conversations and reflections about harassment, discrimination and bullying as well as explore the impact of social constructs in their personal and professional lives.  This training fulfills the state requirements for six clock hours of coursework or training in the Dignity Act in accordance with Article 2 Sections 10-18 of the Education Law. The Dignity Act training does not count towards CTLE hours. Read more

Date: August 15, 2026 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Location: Zoom Audience: Statewide The Dignity Act maintains that it is the policy of the State of New York to afford all students in public schools an environment free of discrimination and harassment (Education Law 10). This interactive and discussion-based program examines harassment, discrimination and bullying as it relates to, but is not limited to, those acts based on a person's actual or perceived race, color, weight, national origin, gender or sex. Participants will engage in authentic conversations and reflections about harassment, discrimination and bullying as well as explore the impact of social constructs in their personal and professional lives.  This training fulfills the state requirements for six clock hours of coursework or training in the Dignity Act in accordance with Article 2 Sections 10-18 of the Education Law. The Dignity Act training does not count towards CTLE hours. Read more

Dive into the world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and explore how it can revolutionize your lesson planning. In this hands-on seminar, you will have the opportunity to discover how harnessing the cutting-edge power of AI tools can assist with everything from building innovative unit plans to personalizing student engagement strategies. Learn how adding AI to your teacher tech toolbox will supercharge your lessons and make your planning process more efficient, engaging, and incredibly inspiring!  This is an online seminar. Participants have ninety (90) days from the day access is granted to complete and upload all the assignments. An experienced instructor will provide feedback and coaching. At the end of the ninety days, participants who successfully complete the requirements will receive a grade of Pass and a certificate of completion. If not, a grade of Fail will be entered. Members are eligible for a 40% discount off non-member pricing. Online Requirement: Requires, reliable/stable high speed internet connection. No Refund Policy: All Online Seminar registrations are final. No refunds or transfers will be issued. Read more

This seminar helps school-related professionals (SRPs) understand and support student mental health. It covers common issues like anxiety, depression, ADHD, and ODD, along with the effects of social media. SRPs will learn how to recognize early warning signs, create safe spaces, and collaborate with mental health professionals. The session also explains New York’s mental health education laws and Social Emotional Learning goals. SRPs will leave with practical tools to support student well-being in their school communities.  This seminar can be used to meet CTLE hours. This is an online seminar. Participants have thirty (30) days from the day access is granted to complete and upload all the assignments. An experienced instructor will provide feedback and coaching. At the end of the thirty days, participants who successfully complete the requirements will receive a grade of Pass and a certificate of completion. If not, a grade of Fail will be entered. Members are eligible for a 40% discount off non-member pricing. Online Requirement: Requires, reliable/stable high speed internet connection. No Refund Policy: All Online Seminar registrations are final. No refunds or transfers will be issued. Read more

This training equips K–12 school personnel with the knowledge and tools to create safer school environments for all students. Participants will explore their duty of care, legal responsibilities under New York State law, and the importance of professional boundaries. Through practical strategies, real-world scenarios, and clear guidance on issues such as supervision, elopement prevention, and hands-off protocols, educators will learn how to protect both students and themselves. By balancing regulatory compliance with everyday classroom practices, this course ensures educators are prepared to respond confidently and responsibly in a variety of situations. This is an online seminar. Participants have ninety (30) days from the day access is granted to complete and upload all the assignments. An experienced instructor will provide feedback and coaching. At the end of the ninety days, participants who successfully complete the requirements will receive a grade of Pass and a certificate of completion. If not, a grade of Fail will be entered. Members are eligible for a 40% discount off non-member pricing. Online Requirement: Requires, reliable/stable high speed internet connection. No Refund Policy: All Online Seminar registrations are final. No refunds or transfers will be issued. Read more