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What's Coming Up
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Special Ed EOY reports Collection Opens (VR11- 16) on PD System
(Districts will be required to certify data in the PD System by two due dates: August 4, 2025 (VR10,13,15,16) & September 15, 2025 (VR11,12,14).
State Reporting -
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
Meeting ID: 940 6292 7018
Passcode: 771076LHRIC Instructional Technology -
Virtual/ Online event
Online Course Provided by NYSCATE- Rolling enrollment
Register for online courses in partnership with NYSCATE. 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
LHRIC Instructional Technology -
CIO Meeting
Webinar invite to be sent out.
State Reporting -
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
Meeting ID: 994 6906 1976
Passcode: 187829LHRIC Instructional Technology -
Virtual/ Online event
How do I get started with Ed Puzzle?
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. 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
LHRIC Instructional Technology -
Virtual/ Online event
Presented by NYSCATE: Unlocking the Power of Student-Facing AI for Elementary Students
Discover how AI can revolutionize elementary classrooms by enhancing creativity, improving writing skills, and fostering student independence. This session will demonstrate how AI tools allow students to set and track learning goals, receive real-time feedback, and improve their writing through "debugging" their prompts. Students will engage in the process of refining AI-generated outputs, learning how to experiment with prompts to enhance their creative writing, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Attendees will leave with practical strategies to integrate AI into their classrooms, improving student engagement and personalized learning, while nurturing young writers in an inclusive, innovative environment.
LHRIC Instructional Technology -
Juneteenth
LHRIC Offices Closed
LHRIC - Lower Hudson Regional Information Center -
Virtual/ Online event
Planning with Gizmos- STEM programing
Discover how to integrate Gizmos to transform your classroom by engaging students in real-world problem-solving through interactive simulations. In this session, you'll learn how to implement Gizmos into your curriculum, guiding students as they take on roles like scientists or engineers, form hypotheses, conduct virtual experiments, and make data-driven decisions. By the end, you'll have practical strategies to enhance student engagement and deepen their understanding of STEM concepts. 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. 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
LHRIC Instructional Technology -
Virtual/ Online event
What is Flocabulary?
This is an introduction to Flocabulary, a dynamic learning program designed for students across all grade levels. Flocabulary uses educational hip-hop music to captivate students and boost achievement across various subjects. In this session, you'll explore how Flocabulary's standards-based videos, instructional activities, and student creativity tools can supplement your teaching and help develop essential literacy skills. We'll delve into Flocabulary's unique approach to building academic vocabulary in every lesson, across every subject. Discover features designed to support all learners, including text-to-speech functionality, peer discussion prompts, and adjustable playback speeds that are particularly helpful for English Language Learners (ELLs). This session will provide practical insights and strategies to maximize student engagement and learning outcomes in your classroom. Registrants will receive a Zoom invite prior to the session.
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DEADLINE to Load for Final Pull: Summer EBT 2025 benefits data due to L1 by 2:30
Final student enrollment, address and FRPL eligibility data
due to calculate Summer EBT 2025 benefits.State Reporting -
Staff Evaluation Collection Opens
Overall ratings & subcomponent scores for districts and BOCES implementing an APPR (Annual Professional Performance Review) plan under Education Law 3012-d/3012-e. (Data Due October 16, 2025)
State Reporting -
DEADLINE: Form due on the IDex: “Summer 2025 EBT for Religious and Independent NSLP Approved Schools – Only 2024-25
DEADLINE: Form due on the IDex: “Summer 2025 EBT for Religious and Independent NSLP Approved Schools – Only 2024-25”. Note: This is for religious or independent schools that have an approved National School Lunch Program (NSLP) ONLY
Form Guidance:
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 Registrants receive a Zoom link prior to the session.
LHRIC Instructional Technology -
Virtual/ Online event
Planning (& Expanding) with Learning.com
Learning.com, is a powerful platform designed to equip our students with essential digital skills. This resource offers a wide range of activities covering areas like keyboarding, coding, digital citizenship, and the impact of technology-skills that are critical for every student's academic and future career success. This session will cover how to start thinking about next year's curriculum and explore the platform. Participants will receive a Zoom link prior to the session.
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DEADLINE 3rd 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 to Load 24-25 Regents Data for State-provided Growth Results
State Reporting -
DEADLINE: SEDREF Summer Updates
Posted to the Information and Reporting Services Portal (IRSP) on the New York State Education Business Application Portal (NYSED Portal)
State Reporting
2025-26 Services Guide
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