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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

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

7 Hour Online Seminar - Adapting Instruction for MLLs in Career & Technical Education In today's Career and Technical Education (CTE) classrooms, diversity is the norm. This seven-hour seminar equips you with the knowledge, strategies, and resources to effectively guide learners of all backgrounds, learning styles, and abilities, including Multilingual learners (MLLs).  Deepen your understanding through an exploration of the multifaceted concept of learner diversity in the CTE context, recognizing the unique needs and strengths of various groups. You will also have an opportunity to build your toolkit through accessing a number of practical strategies and teaching methods tailored to diverse learners that go beyond traditional instruction. You will be empowered to enhance the learning outcomes of all your students by tailoring your instruction and fostering a welcoming, inclusive classroom environment. 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. 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. Price includes $10 tech. fee Read more

Audience: Farmingdale Live Synchronous Sessions: Join us virtually on the following dates for interactive discussions, and expert guidance: Zoom Session 1: July 08, 2026 from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm Zoom Session 2: July 15, 2026 from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm Zoom Session 3: July 22, 2026 from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm Zoom Session 4: July 29, 2026 from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm Zoom Session 5: August 05, 2026 from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm   The Science of Reading: A Practical Approach for Educators is a foundational professional learning course grounded in established and current reading research. It is designed to support the development and reinforcement of critical reading skills across grade levels and provides educators with research-based strategies to inform literacy instruction, and is approved and aligned with the New York State Education Department. Key topics include the most up to date research on the Science of Reading from Simple View of Reading, Scarborough’s Reading Rope, and Active View of Reading. Participants will engage in learning about oral language development, phonological awareness, phonics, language comprehension, fluency, and reading comprehension. Educators will engage in self-guided study, reflective discussions, collaborative and hands-on activities. Participants will engage in 10 modules (5 synchronous with an instructor and 5 asynchronous on a learning management system). This course is ideal for educators seeking to align their literacy instruction with the latest research in the Science of Reading, offering practical tools and strategies to enhance students' reading development. The target age range is Pre-k to Grade 3. However, the practical tools and strategies which the course will provide will be applicable to those teaching students of all ages. Further, this course is open to all educators. Read more

Audience: Rockland Teacher Center Live Synchronous Sessions: Join us virtually on the following dates for interactive discussions, and expert guidance: Zoom Session 1: July 13, 2026 from 9:30 am to 11:30 am Zoom Session 2: July 14, 2026 from 9:30 am to 11:30 am Zoom Session 3: July 15, 2026 from 9:30 am to 11:30 am Zoom Session 4: July 16, 2026 from 9:30 am to 11:30 am Zoom Session 5: July 17, 2026 from 9:30 am to 11:30 am   The Science of Reading: A Practical Approach for Educators is a foundational professional learning course grounded in established and current reading research. It is designed to support the development and reinforcement of critical reading skills across grade levels and provides educators with research-based strategies to inform literacy instruction, and is approved and aligned with the New York State Education Department. Key topics include the most up to date research on the Science of Reading from Simple View of Reading, Scarborough’s Reading Rope, and Active View of Reading. Participants will engage in learning about oral language development, phonological awareness, phonics, language comprehension, fluency, and reading comprehension. Educators will engage in self-guided study, reflective discussions, collaborative and hands-on activities. Participants will engage in 10 modules (5 synchronous with an instructor and 5 asynchronous on a learning management system). This course is ideal for educators seeking to align their literacy instruction with the latest research in the Science of Reading, offering practical tools and strategies to enhance students' reading development. The target age range is Pre-k to Grade 3. However, the practical tools and strategies which the course will provide will be applicable to those teaching students of all ages. Further, this course is open to all educators. Read more