Hudson Valley RBE-RN Update

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We have some important updates to share with you as we continue into the new school year.

Upcoming HV RBE-RN hosted workshops:

  1. Due to high demand, we are offering another session of the The ENL Teacher’s Tech Toolkit at Dutchess BOCES on Thursday, September 28th, 2017. This interactive and hands-on workshop introduces all educators to technology tools that can help enhance their ENL teaching practice. As with previous workshops, the day will be divided into two parts: an AM “Learn” session and a PM “Apply” session. Please note you must attend the AM “Learn” to be able to participate in the PM “Apply.” If you are interested, please visit the following links to register in MLP: AM Session and PM Session.
  2. We previously announced the upcoming workshop Dr. Kate Kinsella: Tools for Launching a School-Wide Academic Vocabulary Campaign on Thursday, December 14th, 2017. We’re pleased to announce that the location of this workshop is the Edith Macy Conference Center in Briarcliff Manor, NY. You can view the workshop flyer with more information here. Please enroll while space is still available! Register in MLP here.
  3. Enhancing ENL Instructional Planning Using Targeted NYSESLAT Data at Southern Westchester BOCES on Monday, October 30th, 2017. Participants will analyze NYSESLAT modality data to purposefully target instruction across NYSESLAT proficiency levels. This workshop is intended for all teachers who work with ELLs and who utilize NYSESLAT data. Register in MLP here.

We’re pleased to share with you the following upcoming events at Manhattanville College: Our Diverse Classrooms Conference, IDEA Panel Discussion, and CSI Educational Forum Save the Date! Please view the flyer with more information here.

HV RBE-RN September Update

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Welcome back to the new school year! The Hudson Valley RBE-RN is pleased to announce that our team has grown, increasing our capacity to serve the school districts in our region! We welcome Resource Specialists, Alison Provencher and Rachael Wasilewski, and look forward to your meeting them in our work together.

Here are some upcoming opportunities that may interest you:

DACA Information Sessions
September 13, 14, and 20 in Westchester County
Find out more information about the President’s decision to end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. An attorney from Neighbors Link Community Law Practice will discuss what DACA recipients need to know. Please view more details here.

Language Series 2017  
November 11, 2017 Bank Street College
Multiliteracies: Exploring Multimodal Pedagogies for Academic Success
Featuring keynote presentation by Detra Price-Dennis, Ph.D., Teachers College, Columbia University, followed by two rounds of workshops!

Participants will receive 6 Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) Hours or .6 Continuing Education Unit. View more information here. Inquiries: 212-875-4461  gadams@bankstreet.edu

Be sure to check out our website for HV RBE-RN team bios and upcoming workshops: hudsonvalleyrbern.org

 

Hudson Valley RBE-RN Update

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The HV RBE-RN would like to share the following important announcements:

SUNY New Paltz - Intensive Teacher Institute Information Session tomorrow, 8/24, at SUNY New Paltz, in Old Main, B 125 at 5 PM with more information about the program.

  • For professionally certified teachers who are currently working in a school
  • Flexible, hybrid format with more online work than in-person meetings
  • Five courses which can be completed within a calendar year which leads to ENL Certification
  • Significantly reduced cost to the participants

    Spaces are limited, so it’s recommended to apply now! 

    From our colleagues at The College of New Rochelle:

    The College of New Rochelle was officially awarded a NYSED grant to cover 75% tuition costs for 10 candidates who will enroll in their Advanced Certificate in School Building Leadership program. Specifically, the only candidates who can be considered for this program are educators that are certified in TESOL or Bilingual Education, which is a priority requirement of the grant.

    They are currently accepting applications from qualified candidates for the 18-21 credit Advanced Certificate in School Building Leadership. Please view the program flyer with more details here.

    We previously announced the upcoming workshop Dr. Kate Kinsella: Tools for Launching a School-Wide Academic Vocabulary Campaign on December 14th (location TBD). You can view the workshop flyer with more information here. Location details will be released soon.

    The Spring 2017 NYSESLAT conversion charts have been released and can be accessed  here.

    We wish you a strong start to the new school year!