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2024-25 Services Guide
What's Coming Up
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DEADLINE- Program service code 0220 due to L1 for KITE system by 2:30
NYSAA-eligible students must be identified with the program service
code 0220 to be included in the NYSED enrollment pull.State Reporting -
Virtual/ Online event
Aligning NYS Digital Fluency and Computer Science Standards with Nearpod
In this session, educators will explore how to align New York State Digital Fluency and Computer Science (DF/CS) standards with Nearpod's interactive platform. We'll dive into how Nearpod's features-such as interactive slides, polls, quizzes, and virtual reality experiences-can be used to develop students' digital literacy, computational thinking, and problem-solving skills. Learn how to create and deliver lessons that not only meet these state standards but also actively engage students in their learning. By the end of the session, you'll have practical tools and strategies to integrate Nearpod into your curriculum, ensuring your students achieve digital fluency in a dynamic and interactive way. Registrants will receive a Zoom link prior to the session.
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Veterans Day
LHRIC Offices Closed
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Virtual/ Online event
How can IXL help with Individualized Instruction?
This session will explore how IXL can be a powerful tool for delivering individualized instruction to meet the unique needs of every student. We'll dive into IXL's adaptive learning platform, which personalizes skill practice based on each student's performance, allowing for targeted instruction in math, language arts, science, social studies, and more. You'll learn how to use IXL's real-time diagnostics to identify students' strengths and areas for growth, enabling you to create customized learning paths that ensure progress at each student's own pace. By the end of the session, you'll have practical strategies for leveraging IXL to enhance differentiation in your classroom, ensuring that every student can succeed. Registrants will receive a Zoom link prior to the session.
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Hybrid- Virtual & 450 Mamaroneck Ave, Harrison
Lunch & Learn with Book Creator
Join us as we explore Book Creator's simple, yet powerful features which help every learner find their voice. Discover how Book Creator can be used across all subjects and grades and turn students from consumers to creators! You will leave with ideas on how to bring Book Creator into your current curriculum plans, no matter the content or grade level you teach.
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Virtual/ Online event
AI Adventures: An Elementary Educator's Expedition
Join us for "AI Adventures," a week-long workshop designed specifically for elementary educators interested in integrating AI into their classrooms. You will learn to create AI-enhanced lesson plans, develop detailed rubrics, and engage in activities that enhance student interaction. The program includes a mix of self-paced asynchronous activities and three live one-hour sessions for real-time support and peer discussions. Key Takeaways: Craft captivating AI-enhanced lesson plans and activities. Develop comprehensive rubrics for AI-driven projects. Master the art of effective AI prompting. Experience a dynamic blend of self-paced and collaborative learning. This professional development opportunity will equip you with the skills to incorporate AI into your teaching and inspire creativity in your classroom. Join us and prepare to lead your students into the future of education! Registrants will receive a Zoom link prior to sessions.LHRIC Instructional Technology -
450 Mamaroneck Ave, Harrison, NY 10528
Learning.com & LHRIC Lunch and Learn Session
Join Learning.com for an exclusive, comprehensive session specifically for LHRIC BOCES Districts! During this session, we'll explore the updated Learning.com EasyTech program including
• NEW Alignment of EasyTech to the New York State K-12 Computer Science & Digital Fluency Learning Standards (updated with new content released)
• NEW Lesson content for Artificial Intelligence
• NEW Administrator's Implementation Report with detailed data
• Q & A session … and so much more! This two-hour lunch and learn session will be a collaborative, interactive session for Learning.com customers and those districts looking to learn more about how Learning.com can support your instructional goals!LHRIC Instructional Technology -
DEADLINE: Staff Snapshot, Staff Assignment 24-25 Preliminary Data Due to L1 by 2:30
Staff Snapshot must be loaded to SIRS prior to loading any
other staff or course data.State Reporting -
450 Mamaroneck Ave, Harrison, NY 10528
Schoology Fall 2024 Users Group @ LHRIC (MORNING SESSION)
Please Join us for this year's LHRIC User Group and celebrate a Fall Harvest of Schoology Learning!
** This half-day session will be offered twice on Thursday, November 14, 2024 to provide greater flexibility for districts in our region. You may choose to attend the morning (8:30-11:30 AM) or afternoon (12:30-3:30 PM) session.**
We'll share and reap the benefits of our region's shared experiences, past triumphs, and current initiatives using Schoology to support classroom learning and communications. We'll also catch up on PowerSchool's future Schoology roadmap along with updates of additional PowerSchool solutions that districts in our region have expressed interest in learning more about, including Performance Matters, Curriculum & Instruction, and PowerBuddy AI for students & teachers. Our session will end with the annual collection of Randy's "Schoology Tricks n' Treats” for teachers and special guest, Amanda Adler (PowerSchool Education Consultant), reviewing "don't miss these” recent enhancements & "did you know” highlights of lesser known Schoology features and tools for students, teachers, and parents.
The LHRIC would like to thank PowerSchool for sponsoring both Breakfast (8:00 AM) and Lunch (11:30 AM) for all participants at this year's Schoology User Group. Morning session participants are welcome to stay for lunch and afternoon participants are invited to arrive early for lunchtime sharing and networking.
PLEASE NOTE: - For those who prefer the afternoon session, 12:30 to 3:30, register here.
For questions regarding this activity, please contact Cindy Taran.LHRIC Instructional Technology -
450 Mamaroneck Ave, Harrison, NY 10528
Naviance Fall 2024 Users Group @ LHRIC (AFTERNOON SESSION)
Please Join us for this Fall's LHRIC User Group and celebrate a Harvest of Naviance Learning!
** This half-day session will be offered twice on Thursday, November 14, 2024, to provide greater flexibility for districts in our region. You may attend the morning (8:30-11:30 AM) or afternoon (12:30-3:30 PM) session.**
We will catch up on PowerSchool's future Naviance Solution Roadmap; 'what's new' and 'what's coming! College Research Tools, eDocs, New Portfolio, and Survey overviews will be highlighted. Assessment Resources and Ways to obtain Support are also included. A separate 'Naviance for Elementary Demo' session will be presented.
The LHRIC would like to thank PowerSchool for sponsoring both Breakfast (8:00 AM) and Lunch (11:30 AM) for all participants at this year's Naviance User Group. Morning session participants are welcome to stay for lunch, and afternoon participants are invited to arrive early for lunchtime to share and network.
PLEASE NOTE: - For those who prefer the Morning session, 8:30 to 11:30, register here.
Please contact Cindy Taran for questions regarding this activity.LHRIC Instructional Technology -
450 Mamaroneck Ave, Harrison, NY 10528
Schoology Fall 2024 Users Group @ LHRIC (AFTERNOON SESSION)
Please Join us for this year's LHRIC User Group and celebrate a Fall Harvest of Schoology Learning!
** This half-day session will be offered twice on Thursday, November 14, 2024 to provide greater flexibility for districts in our region. You may choose to attend the morning (8:30-11:30 AM) or afternoon (12:30-3:30 PM) session.**
We'll share and reap the benefits of our region's shared experiences, past triumphs, and current initiatives using Schoology to support classroom learning and communications. We'll also catch up on PowerSchool's future Schoology roadmap along with updates of additional PowerSchool solutions that districts in our region have expressed interest in learning more about, including Performance Matters, Curriculum & Instruction, and PowerBuddy AI for students & teachers. Our session will end with the annual collection of Randy's "Schoology Tricks n' Treats” for teachers and special guest, Amanda Adler (PowerSchool Education Consultant), reviewing "don't miss these” recent enhancements & "did you know” highlights of lesser known Schoology features and tools for students, teachers, and parents.
The LHRIC would like to thank PowerSchool for sponsoring both Breakfast (8:00 AM) and Lunch (11:30 AM) for all participants at this year's Schoology User Group. Morning session participants are welcome to stay for lunch and Afternoon participants are invited to arrive early for lunchtime sharing and networking.
PLEASE NOTE: - For those who prefer the Morning session, 8:30 to 11:30, register here.
For questions regarding this activity, please contact Cindy Taran.LHRIC Instructional Technology -
Virtual/ Online event
[Instructional Software Pathway:Vendor Spotlight] Exact Path by Edmentum
For questions regarding this activity, please contact Caroline Calabrese.
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Virtual - Zoom link will be sent via email the day before the event
Exact Path/Edmentum Vendor Spotlight
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Virtual/ Online event
Provided by NYSCATE: Clear Touch web.- Breaking Barriers: Security Please!
Breaking Barriers: Security Please!
In this interactive session, Join Clear Touch Training Specialist, Chelsea Brien, as she breaks barriers by discussing issues technology professionals face in the educational realm on a day-to-day basis. Follow along as she discusses EDLA certified panels and what that means for security. During this session, attendees will engage as she discuss solutions, such as panel management, Google Workspace accessibility, non-client casting, and more. All expertise welcome!
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DEADLINE to submit Fall 2024 BEDS IMF
DEADLINE to submit Fall 2024 BEDS IMF online forms through the IDEX on the NYSED portal http://www.p12.nysed.gov/irs/beds/IMF/home
State Reporting -
450 Mamaroneck Ave, Harrison, NY 10528
AI & Education: Shaping the Future of Reading with Newsela
Join us for an engaging round table discussion with Newsela and Formative, where we will explore the transformative potential of AI in education. This event will delve into key topics such as the science of reading and data-driven instruction, providing a platform for thought leaders and educators to share insights and strategies. Don't miss this opportunity to engage with experts and peers, share your experiences, and gain valuable knowledge of AI in education. Breakfast will be provided. We look forward to your participation!
Event Details:
Date: November 15, 2024
Time: 9:00-12:00
Location: LHRIC 450 Mamaroneck Ave. Harrison, NY
Breakfast: Provided
Discussion Topics:
Personalizing Reading Instruction with AI
Supporting Evidence-Based Practices in the Science of Reading
Ethical Considerations in AI Integration
Enhancing Understanding with AI Assessments
Don't miss this opportunity to engage with experts and peers, share your experiences, and gain valuable knowledge of AI in education. To help us tailor the roundtable to your needs, please fill out this survey.
We look forward to your participation!LHRIC Instructional Technology -
RIT - The Gordon Fieldhouse 149 Lomb Memorial Drive Rochester, NY 14623
Provided by NYSCATE: 2024 Student STEAM Fest Registration
Student STEAM FestGrades 3-8
November 15, 2024 - 9AM to 2:30PM
The Gordon Fieldhouse at RIT 149 Lomb Memorial Dr Rochester NY 14623
Event Cost: $250 per class (includes up to 25 Students, 1 Teacher and 2 Chaperones*)
*Aides required in student IEP's do not count towards the chaperone or teacher total. (ie: one class has 3 students with one to one aides - $250 includes 25 Students, 3 Aides, 2 Chaperones, and 1 Teacher)LHRIC Instructional Technology -
450 Mamaroneck Ave, Harrison, NY 10528
Lunch and Learn: Digital Projects Across the Curriculum with Wixie
Empower your K-6 students to express their ideas, imagination, and understanding through writing, art, voice, and video-all in one easy-to-use platform known as Wixie. Wixie helps teachers plan, implement, and evaluate student work. Teachers can manage assignments, provide feedback, and assess student work using customizable rubrics. Students can author a wide variety of performance tasks that demonstrate understanding, encourage critical thinking, and build creativity, collaboration, and communication skills. Wixie lets students share their work as a URL, a video, an image, digital book, PDF, or an animated GIF. Whether you're new to Wixie or an expert user you will find this session will include the essentials as well as the new features introduced this summer. Each attendee will receive a 3 month complimentary subscription for up to 150 students so you can return to school ready to start exploring with your students.
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Virtual/ Online event
Where do I start with SchoolAI?
Step into the world of educational innovation with our enlightening session. Discover how SchoolAI's intuitive tools can transform your classroom, offering personalized learning experiences and streamlined lesson planning. Connection information will be provided 24 hours in advance of the session.
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Virtual/ Online event
What do Ed-Puzzle's video-based lessons offer?
Edpuzzle's video-based lessons offer a dynamic way to enhance student engagement and understanding by transforming passive watching into active learning. In this session, you'll explore how Edpuzzle allows you to customize videos by adding questions, notes, and voiceovers, making the learning experience interactive and tailored to your students' needs. We'll discuss how to use Edpuzzle's analytics to track student progress, identify comprehension gaps, and differentiate instruction. By the end of the session, you'll be equipped with the knowledge and tools to create effective, interactive video lessons that keep students engaged and accountable. Connection information will be provided 24 hours in advance of the session.
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