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SUMMARY:Library Ready AI/SLSA AI curriculum project
DESCRIPTION:Date: November 1\, 2025 – February 26\, 2026 (REGISTRATION MUST BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO NOVEMBER 1\, 2025) \nVirtual Meeting Date: April 1\, 2026 \nLocation: Virtual Online Asynchronous Course \nThe School Library Systems Association of New York\, in partnership with top education and AI experts\, has launched an exciting new tool to help students explore artificial intelligence. The AI Scope and Sequence\, part of the LibraryReady.AI project and funded by the Allison-Rosen Foundation\, gives educators a clear roadmap to teach AI from PreK through 12th grade. This asynchronous online class will focus on four key areas: Why AI matters\, how it works\, its role in society\, and real-world applications. The course is designed to build AI literacy\, critical thinking\, and research skills\, in alignment with New York State standards\, and blends computer science\, media literacy\, and library skills. It’s a great starting point for schools and libraries ready to bring AI learning into the classroom. \nLink to Register in Wincap: 2025 – 2026 SLS Professional Development \n 
URL:https://www.cves.org/event/library-ready-ai-slsa-ai-curriculum-project/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:School Support Services
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T153000
DTSTAMP:20260417T052609
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SUMMARY:Magic of Circle Training: Establishing a Foundation for Educators #2
DESCRIPTION:Time:                8:30 AM to 3:00 PM (Registration begins at 8:00 AM) Lunch Provided \nLocation:         CVES Conference Center at 1443 Military Turnpike\, Plattsburgh \nCost:                 Free! \nPresenter:       Sweethearts and Heroes Staff \nDescription:    This training is designed for educators and school teams who want to learn how to use the “Magic of Circle” during lessons or school meetings to bring empathy\, compassion\, and security to their classrooms and school buildings. Attendees will dive into the value of Circle\, their effectiveness in strengthening connections\, and their role in nurturing empathy and compassion\, significantly transforming your educational environment. We’ll show you how to run our unique Circles brand and what steps truly make our Circles different from others across the education system. Sweethearts and Heroes will provide all the materials you need to run our Circles with your students and colleagues\, including Activators and Connection Questions. \nIntended For: Teachers\, Administrators\, School Counselors\, School Psychologists\, Teaching Assistants\, any school staff working with Grades K-12 \n*This offering is a duplicate of the workshop on September 23\, 2025 \nRegistration Link: 2025 – 2026 S3 Professional Development
URL:https://www.cves.org/event/magic-of-circle-training-establishing-a-foundation-for-educators-2/
LOCATION:CVES Conference Center – Plattsburgh\, NY\, 1443 Military Turnpike\, Plattsburgh\, NY\, 12901\, United States
CATEGORIES:School Support Services
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251104T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251104T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T052609
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SUMMARY:Special Education Learning Community
DESCRIPTION:Special Education Learning Community \nDate:               Tuesday\, November 4\, 2025 \nTime:               9:00 AM to 2:00 PM (Registration begins at 8:30 AM) Lunch Provided \nLocation:         CVES Conference Center at 1443 Military Turnpike\, Plattsburgh \nCost:                $150 per person for billed through 506 School Improvement Co-Ser \nPresenter:       Melissa Dudyak\, CVES Facilitator \nDescription:    The Special Education Learning Community is a dedicated time for special education teachers and leaders in our region to come together to collaborate and grow professionally. In these sessions\, we will discuss key areas such as IEP writing\, conflict resolution strategies\, and effective co-teaching practices. Additionally\, we will explore current trends in special education\, and set priorities for enhancing special education practices. This community provides an opportunity to learn new strategies\, share resources\, and build capacity to ensure the success of both staff and students. Our goal is to unite special educators across grades K-12 twice per year\, fostering collaboration and professional growth to meet the diverse needs of learners in our region. \nIntended For: Special Education Teachers\, Teaching Assistants\, and Administrators \nRegistration Link:  2025 – 2026 S3 Professional Development \n 
URL:https://www.cves.org/event/special-education-learning-community/
LOCATION:CVES Conference Center – Plattsburgh\, NY\, 1443 Military Turnpike\, Plattsburgh\, NY\, 12901\, United States
CATEGORIES:School Support Services
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T052609
CREATED:20250818T192445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T195213Z
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SUMMARY:Elementary/Middle School Principals Meeting
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URL:https://www.cves.org/event/elementary-middle-school-principals-meeting-2/
LOCATION:CVES Conference Center – Plattsburgh\, NY\, 1443 Military Turnpike\, Plattsburgh\, NY\, 12901\, United States
CATEGORIES:School Support Services
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T150000
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SUMMARY:Navigating the Anxious Generation
DESCRIPTION:Date:               Thursday\, November 6\, 2025 \nTime:               8:30 AM to 3:00 PM (Registration begins at 8:00 AM) Lunch Provided \nLocation:         CVES Conference Center at 1443 Military Turnpike\, Plattsburgh \nCost:                $230 per person for billed through 506 School Improvement Co-Ser \nPresenter:       Melissa Dudyak and Danielle Janisewski\, CVES Facilitators \nDescription:    In recent years\, there has been a notable increase in anxiety and mental health challenges among students\, often linked to the pervasive use of smartphones and social media. This full-day professional development workshop\, inspired by Jonathan Haidt’s book The Anxious Generation\, aims to equip PreK-12 educators\, administrators and staff with the knowledge and tools to understand and mitigate these challenges within the educational environment. \nObjectives: \n\nUnderstand the Impact: Delve into the research presented in The Anxious Generation to comprehend how the shift from traditional play-based childhood to a smartphone-centric lifestyle has affected student mental health.\nIdentify Signs of Anxiety: Learn to recognize symptoms of anxiety and related mental health issues in students across different age groups.\nImplement Supportive Strategies: Explore evidence-based practices and interventions that can be integrated into the classroom to support students dealing with anxiety.\nPromote Healthy Digital Habits: Develop approaches to encourage balanced technology use among students\, fostering healthier digital consumption patterns.\n\nIntended For: Pre-K-12 Educators\, Administrators and Staff \nAll participants will receive a copy of the book\, The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness by Jonathan Haidt \nRegistration Link: 2025 – 2026 S3 Professional Development \n 
URL:https://www.cves.org/event/navigating-the-anxious-generation/
LOCATION:CVES Conference Center – Plattsburgh\, NY\, 1443 Military Turnpike\, Plattsburgh\, NY\, 12901\, United States
CATEGORIES:School Support Services
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CREATED:20251010T131937Z
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SUMMARY:Associate Principal/Dean of Students Meeting
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION LINK FOR WINCAP: 2025 – 2026 S3 Professional Development
URL:https://www.cves.org/event/associate-principal-dean-of-students-meeting/
LOCATION:CVES Conference Center – Plattsburgh\, NY\, 1443 Military Turnpike\, Plattsburgh\, NY\, 12901\, United States
CATEGORIES:School Support Services
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T140000
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CREATED:20251007T200445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T190938Z
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SUMMARY:ELA and Literacy Learning Community
DESCRIPTION:Time:              9:00 AM to 2:00 PM (Registration begins at 8:30 AM) Lunch Provided \nLocation:        CVES Conference Center at 1443 Military Turnpike\, Plattsburgh \nCost:               $150 per person for schools participating in the CVES 506 School         Improvement Co-Ser \nPresenter:       Terry Tregan and Elaine Whitcomb\, CVES Facilitators \nDescription:    Join us for a collaborative workshop designed specifically for K-12 educators passionate about enhancing their English Language Arts (ELA) instruction. The ELA Learning Community Workshop provides a platform for teachers to share best practices\, explore innovative teaching strategies\, and deepen their understanding of ELA pedagogy.  During this workshop\, participants will: \n\nCollaborate with fellow educators to exchange ideas and resources.\nExplore effective techniques for teaching reading\, writing\, speaking\, and listening.\nEngage in discussions to promote student-centered learning.\nShare tools and technologies to enhance ELA instruction.\nReflect on current practices and identify areas for growth and improvement.\nReview the latest New York State Education Department (NYSED) initiatives\, related to ELA instruction\n\nWhether you’re a seasoned teacher or new to the profession\, this workshop offers valuable insights and practical strategies to elevate your ELA teaching. Come prepared to learn\, share\, and grow within a supportive community of educators dedicated to fostering a love of language and literacy in their students. \nIntended For: K-12 teachers who provide ELA instruction \nLink to register in WinCap:2025 – 2026 S3 Professional Development
URL:https://www.cves.org/event/ela-and-literacy-learning-community/
LOCATION:CVES Conference Center – Plattsburgh\, NY\, 1443 Military Turnpike\, Plattsburgh\, NY\, 12901\, United States
CATEGORIES:School Support Services
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251117T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251117T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T052609
CREATED:20250908T181148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T181148Z
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SUMMARY:Spotlight on New Books
DESCRIPTION:Date: November 17\, 2025 \nTime : 9 am -3 pm\, sign-in with refreshments at 8:30 \nWhat : Spotlight on New Books with Alicia Abdul and Stacey Rattner \nDescription: Join dynamic elementary librarian Stacey Rattner and inspiring high school librarian Alicia Abdul for an exciting session filled with books\, ideas\, and energy! Together\, they’ll spotlight must-read titles for students of all ages and share their passion for literature through lively\, practical conversations about reading both in and out of school. You’ll walk away with fresh booklists\, creative activity and event ideas—and maybe even score a book giveaway or two! \n Lunch will be provided. \nLink to Register in Wincap: 2025 – 2026 SLS Professional Development
URL:https://www.cves.org/event/spotlight-on-new-books/
LOCATION:CVES Conference Center – Plattsburgh\, NY\, 1443 Military Turnpike\, Plattsburgh\, NY\, 12901\, United States
CATEGORIES:School Support Services
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T052609
CREATED:20251010T171215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T181805Z
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SUMMARY:Canva for the Office:  1 Hour PD Session
DESCRIPTION:Time:                 Two one-hour sessions offered! \n9:00 AM to 10:00 AM \n10:30AM to 11:30AM \nLocation:          CVES Conference Center at 1443 Military Turnpike\, Plattsburgh \nCost:                 $30 per person for districts participating in CVES 630 Staff Development Clerical Co-Ser. *If you are interested in attending but your district is not part of this this CoSer\, please contact Wilson_Sue@cves.org \nPresenter:        Abby Leonard\, CVES Facilitator \nDescription:     This hands-on workshop introduces office staff to Canva\, a free and user-friendly design tool that empowers anyone to create professional-looking graphics with ease. Whether you’re designing flyers\, creating social media posts\, or organizing internal communications\, Canva can help you do it beautifully and efficiently. \nParticipants will learn how to: \n\nNavigate Canva’s interface and explore its features\nUse templates to quickly create flyers\, newsletters\, and announcements\nCustomize designs with school branding (colors\, logos\, fonts)\nCollaborate with colleagues using Canva’s sharing tools\nDownload and print designs or share them digitally\n\nNo design experience needed—just bring your creativity and a willingness to explore! By the end of the session\, you’ll walk away with a completed project and the confidence to use Canva in your daily work. \nIntended For: School office staff and non-instructional personnel looking to enhance their visual communication skills. \nMaterials:        A laptop or tablet \nRegistration Link: 2025 – 2026 Staff Development Clerical \nINSTRUCTIONS FOR SETTING UP A WINCAP ACCOUNT – Setting-Up-a-Guest-Account
URL:https://www.cves.org/event/canva-for-the-office-1-hour-pd-session/
LOCATION:CVES Conference Center – Plattsburgh\, NY\, 1443 Military Turnpike\, Plattsburgh\, NY\, 12901\, United States
CATEGORIES:School Support Services
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T052609
CREATED:20251009T181351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T205340Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELED - Model Schools: District Technology Plan Collaborative Session
DESCRIPTION:Date: November 20\, 2025\n\nTime: 9 am – 12  pm\n \nTitle: District Technology Plan Collaborative Session\n \nPresenters: Matt Palkovic\, Network Administrator and Susanne Ford\, Model Schools Coordinator\n \nDescription:\nThis collaborative brainstorming session will bring colleagues together to begin developing the district’s 2026–2029 Instructional Technology Plan (ITP). Participants will explore the state requirements and goals outlined by NYSED\, discuss shared priorities for integrating technology into teaching and learning\, and identify key steps and resources needed to move the plan forward.\n\nREGISTRATION LINK FOR WINCAP: 2025 – 2026 Model Schools
URL:https://www.cves.org/event/model-schools-district-technology-plan-collaborative-session/
LOCATION:CVES Conference Center – Plattsburgh\, NY\, 1443 Military Turnpike\, Plattsburgh\, NY\, 12901\, United States
CATEGORIES:School Support Services
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T052609
CREATED:20250617T194358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T194358Z
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SUMMARY:High School Principals Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.cves.org/event/high-school-principals-meeting-3/
LOCATION:CV-TEC Culinary Lab\, 1585 Military Turnpike\, Plattsburgh\, 12901\, United States
CATEGORIES:School Support Services
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251124T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251124T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T052609
CREATED:20251024T144142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T144142Z
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SUMMARY:The Science of Reading for Multilingual Learners:  NYSED Toolkit Overview
DESCRIPTION:Time:                 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM (Registration begins at 8:00 AM) Lunch will be provided \nLocation:          CVES Conference Center at 1443 Military Turnpike\, Plattsburgh \nCost:                  $45 per person\, Billed through 506 Co-Ser \nPresenter:        Featuring a presentation by Dr. Socorro Herrera\, professor at the College of Education and the director of the Center for Intercultural and Multilingual Advocacy at Kansas State University. \nDescription:     Join us for a full-day professional learning session focused on the Science of Reading and its application for English Language Learners (ELLs) and Multilingual Learners (MLs). This hybrid webinar will provide New York State administrators and literacy leaders with an overview of the NYSED Science of Reading Toolkit for Multilingual Learners\, including an in-dept overview of the six newly released briefs designed to support inclusive reading instruction for ELLs and MLs. \nParticipants will explore the ontological differences between ELLs\, MLs\, and monolingual students\, and gain practical strategies to enhance literacy outcomes for all learners. The day will include online presentations from state and national experts\, paired with in-person facilitated discussions at designated BOCES\, \nAudience:         This session is ideal for classroom teachers\, literacy coaches\, ENL/ESL educators\, reading specialists\, and school/district leaders committed to improving literacy outcomes for multilingual learners. \n*If you have any special dietary restrictions\, please reach out to CVES Workshop team at workshop@cves.org or call 518-561-0100 after registering for this event. \n  \nRegistration Link: 2025 – 2026 S3 Professional Development \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.cves.org/event/the-science-of-reading-for-multilingual-learners-nysed-toolkit-overview/
LOCATION:CVES Conference Center – Plattsburgh\, NY\, 1443 Military Turnpike\, Plattsburgh\, NY\, 12901\, United States
CATEGORIES:School Support Services
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