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2025-26 Services Guide
What's Coming Up
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LHRIC - 450 Mamaroneck, Harrison, NY 10428
8am-Schoology Spring 2025 User Group @ LHRIC
April 22, 8:00 - 12:00 - Schoology Spring 2025 User Group @ LHRIC
This half-day gathering is provided for school/district technology administrators as well as instructional technology coaches and teachers. Join us to connect with other Schoology districts in our region and learn from your shared experiences and current initiatives using Schoology to support classroom learning and communications. We'll recap all the new features and enhancements released this year and review PowerSchool's Schoology roadmap for next school year. Bring your Schoology successes and questions to share! And, don't forget… we'll also end with the traditional annual collection of "Schoology Tricks n' Treats” with Randy Hall (LHRIC) and Amanda Adler (PowerSchool).
LHRIC Instructional Technology -
Virtual/ Online event
Register Here: Create Pop Art with iPad
Unlocking creativity just got easier. Introducing Everyone Can Create Projects, an online series of time-saving tutorials that make it faster than ever to foster creativity in any lesson with iPad. In this hands-on session, you’ll learn how to combine creative photo editing techniques with drawing to make a colorful pop art portrait.
You’ll need the latest version of Keynote installed on your iPad for this session.
LHRIC Instructional Technology -
Virtual/ Online event
Online Course Provided by NYSCATE- Rolling enrollment
Register for online courses in partnership with NYSCATE. Opens in a new browser tab Enrollment is open throughout the year and participants have until June 30, 2025 to complete all course requirements. Current available courses include:
CSDF in Science Class
CSDF in Art Class
CSDF in ELA Class
CSDF in Math Class
Creating Effective Supports and Scaffolds for ELL/ML Learners
CSDF for Grades 2,3
CSDF for Grades 4-6
CSDF for Grades 7-8
CSDF for Grades K-1
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CIO Meeting
Webinar invite to be sent out.
State Reporting -
Virtual/ Online event
Presented by NYSCATE : Leading with Integrity: Decoding dishonesty, fostering a culture of AI responsibility, and AI-proofing assessments
Decoding Dishonesty and Promoting Academic Integrity
Embark on a journey into The Generative Age as we explore AI's potential while upholding the pillars of academic integrity and cultivating a culture of responsibility. In this session, we will unravel AI ethics, learn how to identify AI bots, and master the art of navigating the blurry lines between collaboration and cheating. Brace yourself for an adventure that will challenge your perceptions and empower you to be at the forefront of this exciting frontier.
This is a virtual workshop, a zoom link will be provided with registration confirmation.
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DEADLINE: Load Demo, Enrollment, & ELL Program Service Code 0231 to Level 1 by 2:30 PM for 2nd printing of NYSESLAT answer sheets
DEADLINE to Load Additional Students: Load student data- Demographics, Enrollment and ELL Eligible Students (Program Service Code 0231) to Level 1 by 2:30 PM for 2nd printing of NYSESLAT answer sheets
State Reporting -
DEADLINE: Load student data – Demo, Enrollment, Program Service to L1 by 2:30 for printing Regents answer sheets
DEADLINE: Load student data – Demo, Enrollment, Program Service to L1 by 2:30 for printing Regents answer sheets
State Reporting -
DEADLINE 2nd Special Education Events Data 24-25 Submission
All School Districts must submit both VR11 and VR12 to report referral chains received between July 1 – Sept. 30
-Data due to L1 by 2:30 PM-For districts with identified noncompliance with SPP Indicator 11 (Child Find), L0 Historical Data must be updated for any student missing a Date of Meeting to Discuss Completed Evaluation and Event Outcome Code.
-For districts with identified noncompliance with SPP Indicator 12 (Early Childhood Transition), L0 Historical Data must be updated for any student missing a Full IEP Implementation Date.State Reporting -
DEADLINE: Load student data – Demo, Enrollment, & Program Service to L1 by 2:30 for 3rd printing of ELA, Math, and Science answer sheets
State Reporting -
Virtual/ Online event
Where do I start with BookCreator?
This product harnesses the creativity of teachers and students to accomplish exactly what it calls itself: to create books. Book creator's digital book-making platform includes various themes and templates, drawing, addition of media, and shareable options for collaboration across multiple creators. This 45- minute session is a walk-through of the product, features, and examples of how others are using the tool. https://read.bookcreator.com/library/-McyEi14aZHDRbGXNEeM/book/eyQiSuuGQliKB-_a5RoI_g Opens in a new browser tab Registrants receive a Zoom link prior to the session.
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Virtual/ Online event
Canva Creativity Corner
Join us for the Canva Creativity Corner, a 30-minute open agenda session! This is your time to come up with any questions you have about using Canva. Whether you're a beginner looking to get started or an experienced user seeking advanced tips, this session is here to help. Our expert will provide guidance, share helpful tips, and answer your Canva-related questions. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your design skills and unleash your creativity with Canva! These sessions will take place on Thursdays at 3:30, January-June.
Connection Information:
https://lhric-org.zoom.us/j/99469061976?from=addon Opens in a new browser tab
Meeting ID: 994 6906 1976
Passcode: 187829LHRIC Instructional Technology -
Virtual/ Online event
How can I improve student-teacher connection with Hapara?
Learn how to utilize Hapara's management tools with ease. Hāpara empowers educators and students with mission-critical tools that make digital learning collaborative, efficient and transformational and deepen its connection to K-12 pedagogy. Classroom management: Provides visibility into learners' Chrome browsing activity as a way to guide real-time learning along with tools like chat and link sharing that promote digital citizenship and greater autonomy over their own learning. Gives educators a birds-eye view of learners' Google Drive folders, allowing them one-click access to view their assignments and provide frequent formative feedback. Safety & wellness: Web filtering and wellness solutions that ensure a safe and supportive digital learning environment with actionable insights that allow designated school staff to quickly intervene in potentially harmful situations. Registrants will receive a Zoom link prior to the session.
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Virtual/ Online event
AI for the Interested
Dive into the world of artificial intelligence with our AI for the Interested sessions. This 30-minute open agenda session is designed for educators who are curious about AI and want to explore its potential in the classroom. Bring your questions and join us for an engaging discussion where you can learn about AI tools, get practical tips, and discover how AI can enhance your teaching practices. Whether you're new to AI or looking to deepen your understanding, this session is the perfect opportunity to satisfy your curiosity and gain valuable insights. These sessions will take place on Mondays at 3:30, January-June.
Connection Information:
https://lhric-org.zoom.us/j/94062927018?from=addon Opens in a new browser tab
Meeting ID: 940 6292 7018
Passcode: 771076LHRIC Instructional Technology -
Virtual/ Online event
What do Ed-Puzzle's video-based lessons offer?
Ready to enhance your teaching with Edpuzzle? Join our hands-on session to get started with this essential EdTech tool. You'll learn how to create engaging video lessons, embed assessment questions, and interpret easy-to-read data to track student progress. Discover the newest features of Edpuzzle and see how it can transform your classroom. Don't miss this opportunity to add a powerful resource to your teaching toolkit! Registrants will receive a Zoom invite prior to the session.
LHRIC Instructional Technology -
Virtual/ Online event
Online Course Provided by NYSCATE- Rolling enrollment
Register for online courses in partnership with NYSCATE. Opens in a new browser tab Enrollment is open throughout the year and participants have until June 30, 2025 to complete all course requirements. Current available courses include:
CSDF in Science Class
CSDF in Art Class
CSDF in ELA Class
CSDF in Math Class
Creating Effective Supports and Scaffolds for ELL/ML Learners
CSDF for Grades 2,3
CSDF for Grades 4-6
CSDF for Grades 7-8
CSDF for Grades K-1
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[Instructional Software Pathway: Reflect and Collaborate] Unlock the Power of NewsELA
Reflect on your experiences and collaborate with fellow educators to explore innovative ways to integrate NewsELA into your curriculum. Register Opens in a new browser tab
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Virtual/ Online event
Canva Creativity Corner
Join us for the Canva Creativity Corner, a 30-minute open agenda session! This is your time to come up with any questions you have about using Canva. Whether you're a beginner looking to get started or an experienced user seeking advanced tips, this session is here to help. Our expert will provide guidance, share helpful tips, and answer your Canva-related questions. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your design skills and unleash your creativity with Canva! These sessions will take place on Thursdays at 3:30, January-June.
Connection Information:
https://lhric-org.zoom.us/j/99469061976?from=addon Opens in a new browser tab
Meeting ID: 994 6906 1976
Passcode: 187829LHRIC Instructional Technology -
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Virtual/ Online event
Differentiate Instruction with AI
Tailoring instruction to meet diverse learners in a classroom is challenging and time consuming but can yield results for students that are life altering and empowering. Finding the right mix of tools, strategies and resources will help teachers attain the goal of meeting the needs of all students in the classroom. Technology and Artificial Intelligence have done much to assist in this somewhat daunting task. In this course, participants will explore data-gathering tools to assess students' entry points to learning, explore instructional models and technology tools that foster differentiated instruction, and dive into AI tools that facilitate differentiation that help make the process much easier to accomplish.
NOTE: This course is 100% online and will take approximately 6 hours to complete. This course begins on April 21, 2025, and participants have until May 23, 2025 to complete all required assignments and activities to receive CTLE credit.
LHRIC Model Schools utilizes the Schoology Learning Management System. Upon registration, you will receive a welcome message from your instructor with information on how your course works, what you can expect, how to get help along the way, and steps you need to take to enroll.LHRIC Instructional Technology -
Virtual/ Online event
AI for the Interested
Dive into the world of artificial intelligence with our AI for the Interested sessions. This 30-minute open agenda session is designed for educators who are curious about AI and want to explore its potential in the classroom. Bring your questions and join us for an engaging discussion where you can learn about AI tools, get practical tips, and discover how AI can enhance your teaching practices. Whether you're new to AI or looking to deepen your understanding, this session is the perfect opportunity to satisfy your curiosity and gain valuable insights. These sessions will take place on Mondays at 3:30, January-June.
Connection Information:
https://lhric-org.zoom.us/j/94062927018?from=addon Opens in a new browser tab
Meeting ID: 940 6292 7018
Passcode: 771076LHRIC Instructional Technology -
LHRIC - 450 Mamaroneck, Harrison, NY 10428
8am-Schoology Spring 2025 User Group @ LHRIC
April 22, 8:00 - 12:00 - Schoology Spring 2025 User Group @ LHRIC
This half-day gathering is provided for school/district technology administrators as well as instructional technology coaches and teachers. Join us to connect with other Schoology districts in our region and learn from your shared experiences and current initiatives using Schoology to support classroom learning and communications. We'll recap all the new features and enhancements released this year and review PowerSchool's Schoology roadmap for next school year. Bring your Schoology successes and questions to share! And, don't forget… we'll also end with the traditional annual collection of "Schoology Tricks n' Treats” with Randy Hall (LHRIC) and Amanda Adler (PowerSchool).
LHRIC Instructional Technology -
Virtual/ Online event
Register Here: Create Pop Art with iPad
Unlocking creativity just got easier. Introducing Everyone Can Create Projects, an online series of time-saving tutorials that make it faster than ever to foster creativity in any lesson with iPad. In this hands-on session, you’ll learn how to combine creative photo editing techniques with drawing to make a colorful pop art portrait.
You’ll need the latest version of Keynote installed on your iPad for this session.
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