HV RBERN Update

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HV RBERN Professional Learning Opportunities

Current HV RBERN Workshops

NEW: WIT 101, 102 & 103 at Southern Westchester BOCES

Writing is Thinking (WIT) involves explicit instruction in expository writing skills to develop students’ written and oral language, content knowledge and reading comprehension simultaneously. WIT is especially powerful for English learners because it also teaches how the English language works.

For Teachers of English Learners Across the Content Areas

Self-Guided HV RBERN Workshops

Experience RBERN workshops at your own pace and earn CTLE certificates when it’s convenient for you!

Other Learning Opportunities

New York State Seal of Biliteracy

Webinars will take place on Monday or Wednesday (see list below) from 3:30-4:30 PM via Zoom.

Resources

New York Department of State Office for New Americans

Learn English for Free — Anytime, Anywhere!

Cell-Ed is an English language learning tool that helps Newly Arriving Americans learn English at their own pace and on their own time. Cell-Ed is free to use, and it's available whenever you are.

Start using Cell-Ed today by following these five easy steps:

  1. Download the Cell-Ed App

  2. Enter Your Phone Number 

  3. Enter Password Code: 1788 

  4. Select Your Course 

  5. You’re Ready to Start Learning English!

For more information about Cell-Ed click here.

Office of State Assessment

NYSITELL Update

The Office of State Assessment (OSA) has been notified that the Level V, L/R/W test booklets shipped in September 2023 contain a printing error. This error only occurred in the Level V L/R/W test booklets. 

Please identify and securely destroy all of the Level V, L/R/W test booklets received this month (these booklets can be identified by viewing page 5; teacher directions appear rather than questions 4-6). OSA will immediately ship replacement test booklets for Level V, L/R/W to your school; these materials should arrive in the coming days.

Please do not destroy any other 2018 editions of the NYSITELL as the new shipment will only contain the quantity of Level V, L/R/W test booklets equal to your most recent order. Schools should keep the Speaking Test Booklets and the Directions for Administration (DFA) for Speaking and Listening/Reading/Writing for the Level V NYSITELL.

Please share this information with all staff responsible for administering the Level V NYSITELL.

Questions about this information can be directed to OSA at (518) 474-5902 or emscassessinfo@nysed.gov.

Initiative on Immigration and Education

New Guide Announcement: How to Create an Immigrant Liaison Position at Your School

CUNY-IIE is excited to announce a new guide titled “How to Create an Immigrant Liaison Position at Your School”. An immigrant liaison offers support for immigrant students, families, and caregivers, especially those who are undocumented. This guide is intended for school staff and community members who are interested in creating an immigrant liaison position at their school.

Please contact the HV RBERN for support or with any questions you may have.

HV RBERN Update

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HV RBERN Professional Learning Opportunities

Current HV RBERN Workshops

Self-Guided HV RBERN Workshops

Experience RBERN workshops at your own pace and earn CTLE certificates when it's convenient for you!

Other Learning Opportunities

Mid-State Regional Bilingual Education Resource Network (RBERN)

Supporting Newcomers Success Series - Session 1: Getting to Know ML Newcomers
September 28, 2023 (Synchronous, Online)
Cost: Free

During these three 90-minute synchronous newcomers session, participants will better understand the unique challenges and opportunities of Multilingual Learners and English Language Learner Newcomers while learning strategies to create an inclusive and supportive learning environment for all Newcomer students.

NYS Language Regional Bilingual Education Resource Network (RBERN)

Supporting Newly Arrived Immigrant Students & Families (2-Part Series) - Natasha Quiroga, Esq.
Part 1 starts October 2, 2023

For more information click here.

New York University

2023 Hispanic Scholarship Fund College Camp
October 7, 2023, 8:00-1:00 PM

HSF’s College Camp is a FREE, bilingual, half-day program hosted on a college campus, designed to help students (6th – 12th grade), and their parents, prepare, plan, and pay for a college education. Students and parents of all ethnicities and backgrounds are encouraged to attend. For more information and to register view English and Spanish flyers.

CUNY Initiative on Immigration and Education (CUNY-IIE)

Upcoming Virtual CTLE Course: Immigration in Elementary Schools
October 18, 2023, from 6:00 - 8:30pm ET (via Zoom)
October 25, 2023, from 6:00 - 8:30pm ET (via Zoom)
November 8, 2023, from 6:00 - 8:30pm ET (in-person Session at CUNY-IIE office in Harlem, New York)
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: October 2, 2023

This professional development module will support educators in developing stronger relationships with immigrant students and families. During the course, participants will also focus on using children's literature to discuss immigration issues in a developmentally appropriate way. You can register here.

Upcoming Virtual CTLE Course: Immigration in Secondary Schools

October 17, 2023, 6:00-8:30 PM
October 24, 2023, 6:00-8:30 PM
November 7, 2023, 6:00-8:30 PM
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: October 2, 2023

This professional development module will support educators in exploring and identifying what advocacy can look like in our schools and classrooms, learning how to support immigrant students with college and career access, and understanding how to support immigrant youth empowerment in and out of schools. Register for this course here.

Upcoming Hybrid CTLE Course: Refugees and Immigrants in Schools

Thursday, October 12, 2023, from 6:00-8:30 PM (via Zoom)
Thursday, October 19, 2023, from 6:00-8:30 PM (via Zoom)
Thursday, October 26, 2023, from 6:00-8:30 PM (in-person session at CUNY-IIE office in Harlem, New York)
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: October 2, 2023

This module will help participants understand the realities of refugees and other forced migrant groups in order to facilitate student learning in new educational, cultural, and social settings. The activities and experiences will raise awareness, understanding, empathy, and competence among educators and comprise a step in the journey to better supporting refugee communities. Register for this course here.

New resource: FAQ on Immigration and Education

This page lists commonly asked questions and answers that impact immigrant students and families in New York State, as well as the Pre-K-12 and higher education educators and community members who support and serve them.

Resources

New York State Education Department

NYSESLAT

This memorandum provides two updates related to the Spring 2024 administration of the New York State English as a Second Language Achievement Test (NYSESLAT), including the introduction of a Grade 1 Test and updates on mode of administration. 

Office of Bilingual Education and World Languages

Voices United: Embracing Diversity to Foster Multiculturalism and Multilingualism
December 7, 2023, 8:00-3:15 PM

This free event will provide New York State educators and administrators with a one-day professional development opportunity to strengthen theoretical and practical knowledge to implement high-quality, academically rigorous instruction for English Language Learners (ELLs). For more information and to register click here.

2023-2024 Comprehensive ELL Education Plan: Due December 1, 2023

The 2022-2023 Comprehensive ELL Education Plan (CEEP) form was posted in the SED Business Portal on September 8th and is now available for completion by school districts.

  • This year’s CEEP is to be completed electronically through the SED Business Portal. 

  • The CEEP is due by December 1, 2023.

Questions can be directed to OBEWL@NYSED.GOV.

Data Collection to Support Supplementary Title III Immigrant Funds Allocation for Recently Arrived Children and Youth

The September edition of the NYS OBEWL newsletter has been released. This newsletter is posted on their website along with an archive of previous issues.

Career Opportunities

Brewster CSD

Please contact the HV RBERN for support or with any questions you may have.

HV RBERN Update

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HV RBERN Professional Learning Opportunities

Current HV RBERN Workshops

9/29/23 Integrated ENL Co-Teaching for School and District Leaders - at Dutchess BOCES

10/05/23, 11/17/23, 12/1/23 ENL Integrated Co-Teaching - 3-Part Series - at SWBOCES

10/10/23 Pre-Referral Considerations for ELLs - at Orange-Ulster BOCES

10/16/23, 11/9/23, 12/5/23 ENL Integrated Co-Teaching - 3-Part Series - Regionwide through Dutchess BOCES

10/18/23 Pre-Referral Considerations for ELLs - at PNW BOCES

10/24/23, 1/30/24, 3/19/24 A Dynamic Duo: ENL Teachers & School Librarians - Series of 3 Sessions - at SWBOCES

11/15/23 Engagement Strategies Inclusive of ELLs in Grades 7-12 - at PNW BOCES

11/16/23 Raising Awareness: Immigration and Unaccompanied Minors - Some Things You Need to Know - at SWBOCES

12/20/23 An Educator's Informational Guide to Migrant Students & Trauma - at PNW BOCES

1/16/24 An Educator's Informational Guide to Migrant Students & Trauma - at Orange-Ulster BOCES

1/17/24 Teaching Reading and Vocabulary to ELLs: What's Different? - at PNW BOCES

2/14/24 Engaging ELLs (and ALL Students) with the Question-Formulation Technique - at PNW BOCES

4/4/24 NYSESLAT Administration Training - at Southern Westchester BOCES

4/9/24 NYSESLAT Administration Training - at Orange-Ulster BOCES

4/17/24 Using NYSESLAT Data to Plan for Instruction - at PNW BOCES

5/7/24 Teaching Reading and Vocabulary to ELLs: What's Different? - at Orange-Ulster BOCES

Self-Guided HV RBERN Workshops

Experience RBERN workshops at your own pace and earn CTLE certificates when it's convenient for you!

Linguistically Diverse Learners and Advanced Literacy Instruction: Elevating the Instructional Core for All Students - Asynchronous Workshop via Choice Board (REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED)

NYSITELL Administration Training - Asynchronous Online Course (REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED)

Hudson Valley Puerto Rican Hispanic Youth Leadership Institute (PR/HYLI)

The Hudson Valley RBERN is thrilled to extend an invitation to 11th and 12th graders in the Hudson Valley Region to apply for the Hudson Valley Angelo Del Toro Puerto Rican/Hispanic Youth Leadership Institute (PR/HYLI)!

This free 30-hour leadership program, available to Hispanic students in New York State, is a unique and exciting opportunity for students who are passionate about leadership, community, advocacy, and making a difference. If selected, scholars will have the chance to attend specialized training sessions right here in the Hudson Valley Region.

Application deadline: September 22, 2023

Hudson Valley Puerto Rican Hispanic Youth Leadership Institute (PRHYLI) Application Link

View program flyers here: English, Spanish

Other Professional Learning

NYSED Office of Bilingual Education and World Languages

Voices United: Embracing Diversity to Foster Multiculturalism and Multilingualism
SAVE THE DATE: November 2, 2023, 8:00-3:15 PM
Convention Center, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY

This event will provide New York State educators and administrators with a one-day professional development opportunity to strengthen theoretical and practical knowledge to implement high-quality academically rigorous instruction for English Language Learners (ELLs) and other Multilingual Learners (MLs).

This professional development opportunity is offered at NO COST to all New York State educators and administrators and can be used to fulfill CTLE professional development requirements (participants will receive 5 CTLE credits). It is also strategically being held the day preceding the NYSTESOL Conference being held in Albany on November 3 & 4. Districts may utilize Title III funds to fund teacher attendance (including hotel, travel, and meal reimbursement) to both events.

Register today for this free conference! View flyer here.

Ulster BOCES

Unite & Empower: Building Bridges for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging 

Ulster BOCES is developing a six-part series that will provide educators with community space to discuss practical strategies, innovative techniques, and resources to enhance their ELL teaching methods. There is a call for proposals to present in one of the following ways:

  1. Hosting an informative session: lead an informative professional learning session on various ELL-related topics, sharing best practices, classroom strategies, and success stories. 

  2. Guiding a conversation: Participate and lead as a speaker or facilitator in conversation, guiding educators on effective ELL teaching techniques. Think: panel-type discussion! 

  3. Sharing Case Studies: Share real-life examples and case studies showcasing successful ELL teaching approaches and their outcomes. 

  4. Resource Recommendations: Recommend books, tools, apps, and other resources that have proven beneficial in ELL instruction. 

Dates: October 24, 2023, November 21, 2023, December 12, 2023, January 23, 2024, February 12, 2024, March 19, 2024, 8:45-2:00 PM

Location: Convenient Virtual Webinar 

All sessions are one hour in length. If you are interested in being part of this exciting event, please contact Victoria Setaro at Ulster BOCES, vsetaro@ulsterboces.org.

Putnam Northern Westchester BOCES

Community Resource Event: Pathways to Success for Every Student!
October 10, 2023, 1:00-4:00 PM, Putnam Northern Westchester BOCES

This is a special community resource event that is sponsored by educational stakeholders in the Lower Hudson Valley Region in partnership with local school districts. The goal of the event is to connect migrant families (and all families) to essential resources, support, and opportunities including educational tools, language assistance and community services (i.e. housing, health and legal). For more information and to register, view flyer here.

New York State Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages

Who Inspires You?

Use this special opportunity to recognize someone who makes a difference in the NYS TESOL community.

NYS TESOL offers 18 different award categories to highlight the incredible contributions of students and families, educators, and those who serve. Winners are presented with their awards at NYS TESOL's 53rd Annual Conference on November 3 & 4, 2023, in-person at the Hilton Downtown Albany. For more information visit their website.

Submission deadline: September 29, 2023.

Career Opportunities

Ossining UFSD

Please contact the HV RBERN for support or with any questions you may have.