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Coupon Code Required to Register  Please contact your Regional Office for the Coupon Code Date: 11/18/26 Time: 4:00-7:00 pm Location: Zoom Audience: NYSUT Regional Office The focus of this dynamic 3-hour seminar is on integrating social-emotional learning (SEL) practices for English language learners (ELLs) in K-12 education. Educators will gain actionable strategies and insights at the classroom, building, and district levels to address the unique needs of ELLs, many of whom have experienced trauma. Participants will explore evidence-based approaches to promote emotional intelligence, resilience, and cultural competence among ELLs, while also delving into practical techniques for seamlessly integrating SEL into instruction. Through reflective dialogue and collaborative activities, educators will develop personalized action plans to enhance SEL support for ELLs, fostering inclusive and nurturing learning environments where all students can thrive academically and emotionally. Read more

Coupon Code Required to Register  Please contact your Regional Office for the Coupon Code Date: 12/10/26 Time: 4:15-5:45 pm Location: Zoom Audience: NYSUT Regional Offices (NYSUT Members Only) Modeling critical thinking skills and using culturally diverse materials help students develop multiple perspectives and examine events or problems from various angles. Read more

Coupon Code Required to Register  Please contact your Regional Office for the Coupon Code Date: 11/4/26 Time: 4:00-7:00 pm Location: Zoom Audience: NYSUT Regional Offices (NYSUT Members Only) English Language Learners (ELLs) are the fastest growing student population in schools, and they must be considered when NYS ELA/Literacy and Math Standards are being implemented.  Geared for general education teachers, this seminar will help participants design effective content-area instruction while they explore research-based strategies, instructional guidelines and resources for helping ELLs succeed. Read more

Coupon Code Required to Register  Please contact your Regional Office for the Coupon Code Date: 10/13/26 Time: 4:30-7:30 pm Location: Zoom Audience: NYSUT Regional Office How does language development affect learning? Through exposure to research literature and information on language acquisition theory, you will gain a deeper understanding of the intersection of language and learning. Educators will be guided to reflect on how language development affects instruction and learning in their own classrooms. Read more

Coupon Code Required to Register  Please contact your Regional Office for the Coupon Code Date: 10/14/26 Time: 4:15-6:45 pm Location: Zoom Audience: NYSUT Regional Offices (NYSUT Members Only) <!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> Creating a positive school culture and climate is critical to the well-being and success of students and staff. What are some tips to help create an effective culture and climate? This seminar will explore 10 strategies you can immediately implement. Meets Standards I, IV, VI, VII Read more

Coupon Code Required to Register  Please contact your Regional Office for the Coupon Code Date: 11/10/26 Time: 4:15-6:45 pm Location: Zoom Audience: NYSUT Regional Offices (NYSUT Members Only) This seminar addresses one of the most critical instructional practice upon which student success is based, student engagement. Teachers new to the profession may be challenged how to plan for engagement in their everyday teaching. The seminar will focus on strategies that will help sustain wonder, enthusiasm and perseverance. This seminar will provide a practical model for understanding what our students want and need in their classrooms. Meets Standards II, III, IV Read more