Additional Science Workshops

Join us for this informative session in which we will shed light on the new NYSED Elementary and Intermediate Level Science Investigations. We will discuss the rationale behind their development, the gist of each lab, various factors affecting administration of the investigations, and the pros and cons of different implementation options for districts.
Date: Scheduled by request
Time: One hour
Location: Online (Zoom) or in-person
Presenters: Lisa Zeznick
Audience: School Administrators K-12

The New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS) have changed how science should be taught. How will you know if your school’s science education is aligned to the NYSSLS and 3-dimensional science instruction? This session provides an overview of specific shifts in the teaching of science and what administrators should “look for” when visiting classrooms.
Date: Scheduled by request
Time: One hour
Location: Online (Zoom)
Presenters: Steve Montemarano & Lisa Zeznick
Audience: School Administrators K-12

Join us as we jump into the NYSSLS Science & Engineering Practices (SEPs) and Cross Cutting Concepts (CCCs) Progressions! We'll collaborate on products illustrating how the SEPs and the CCCs grow in complexity across grade levels. You'll head back to school with the SEP and CCC visuals we create, and you will be ready to turnkey this workshop, if desired!
Date: Scheduled by request
Time: 3 hours
Location: Determined upon request
Presenters: BOCES 4 Science Instructors
Audience: K-12 Teachers of Science

Join us as we figure out how to help our young scientists excel! We will use the NYS Performance Level Descriptions (PLDs) to evaluate and revise a lesson. You will walk away with a solid process for helping students perform at high levels in your own classroom.
Date: Scheduled by request
Time: One hour
Location: Online (Zoom)
Presenters: BOCES 4 Science Instructors
Audience: K-5 Educators, 6-8 Teachers of Science

The New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS) emphasize 3-Dimensional teaching and learning that incorporates Science and Engineering Practices, Disciplinary Core Ideas, and Cross Cutting Concepts. This session examines how these standards are structured and how the instructional shifts change the way that science is taught in the classroom to help students move from learning facts to making sense of the world around them.
Date: Scheduled by request
Time: Scheduled by request
Location: Determined upon request
Presenter: BOCES 4 Science Instructors
Audience: K-12 Teachers and Administrators