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Audience: Buffalo Teacher Resource Center Live Synchronous Sessions: Join us virtually on the following dates for interactive discussions, and expert guidance: Zoom Session 1: February 26, 2026 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Zoom Session 2: March 05, 2026 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Zoom Session 3: March 12, 2026 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Zoom Session 4: March 19, 2026 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Zoom Session 5: March 26, 2026 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 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: William Floyd Teacher Center (Coupon Code Required to Register) Live Synchronous Sessions: Join us virtually on the following dates for interactive discussions, and expert guidance: Zoom Session 1: March 03, 2026 from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm Zoom Session 2: March 10, 2026 from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm Zoom Session 3: March 17, 2026 from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm Zoom Session 4: March 24, 2026 from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm Zoom Session 5: March 31, 2026 from 4:30 pm to 6:30 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: Tarrytown Regional Office Location: Zoom Session Date & Time: Session 1: March 18, 2026 4:30pm – 7:30pm Session 2: March 19, 2026 4:30pm – 7:30pm 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: 2 live, Virtual sessions Each session is 3 hours Earn up to 6 hours of CTLE credit (2 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: February 23, 2026 Time: 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Location: Zoom Audience: Tarrytown RO Closing the opportunity gap among all students requires addressing all factors that influence achievement and behavior — including classroom learning, school climate, and motivation theory. In this seminar, participants will learn that a positive educational environment is a major ingredient of effective schools. They will explore research-based techniques that empower “at risk” students, decrease problem behavior, and improve overall student achievement. When the environment is engaging, the likelihood of success increases significantly. Meets Standards Read more

Date: February 26, 2026 Time: 4:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Location: Zoom Audience: Tarrytown RO This seminar engages educators in understanding, describing, and recognizing intersectionality. Participants will explore its complexity and importance to the feminist/women's movement, education, and their lives. Through case studies, participants will analyze the intersections of power, privilege, and identity as they play out in school structures. Meets Standards I, III, IV, VII Read more

Date: March 5, 2026 Time: 4:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Location: Zoom Audience: Tarrytown RO 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 two hour overview examines harassment, discrimination and bullying as it relates to the Dignity Act. The seminar will focus on specific aspects of the Dignity Act that are important for School-Related Professionals to know. Meets Standards Read more