CPS for Response to Intervention

Highland A

Presenter:Mike Fisher, Instructional Coach

Overview of using the Classroom Performance System (Clickers) for Response to Intervention.  We will cover global assessments with the CPS system and how to monitor progress using the CPS reporting functions.  We will also discuss how the CPS system can be used on multiple tiers.

Media Rich Classrooms - Video Furnace and EDUvision*

Highland B

Presenter:John Notebaert, Affinity Enterprises;Dwight Folts, Affinity Enterprises

Attendees will be able to understand that the ability to use the technologies provided by Video Furnace and EDUvision will provide them the tools to invigorate their teaching delivery methods and provide the technology incentives that will keep their students focused and engaged.

Professional Development At A Distance – Sponsor Presentation

Highland C

Presenters:Timothy Plumer, Jr., Adobe Senior Systems Engineer;Robert Long, SchoolWorld

Even as budgets for travel tighten, the need to learn by taking professional-development courses is more important than ever. Districts now face the growing challenge of allowing teachers and staff members to seek external learning opportunities while reducing costs associated with travel and its related expenses. With the right blend of distance learning technologies, these challenges can be overcome while actually improving learning results. In this hour-long session, you will learn how to use technology to collaborate, present, and teach - from the next room or the next county!

Help Your Students Develop 21st Century Thinking Skills

Highland D

Presenter:Harry Tuttle, Bryant & Stratton College

We are to prepare our students for their future by helping them develop 21st century skills. We can transform classroom activities to go from the assembly-line learning to 21st century learning through technology.

Preparing Digital Citizens

Highland E

Presenter:Heidi Chaves, Lancaster Central School District

With the release of the ISTE refreshed NETS for Administrators in June 2009, now students, teachers and administrators are all charged with becoming responsible digital citizens. See how one district is tackling this important issue by combining values clarification with Mike Ribble’s elements of Digital Citizenship.

AccelerateU Online Courses for High School Students in New York State

Highland F

Presenter:Michele Messenger, Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES

AccelerateU - based at Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES - has a unique opportunity for New York State Schools. Districts may enroll middle and high school students in online courses for credit recovery, reduction of scheduling conflicts, to offer electives not available at the home district, or for enhanced learning including Advanced Placement. Since AccelerateU only uses NYS certified teachers, the credit is granted by the district and can be accepted on the school transcript. Come learn how your district can take advantage of the flexibility and benefits of online learning.

Title IID: Integrating Podcasting and Blogging into your Classroom Curriculum

Highland G

Presenters:Robert Sweeney, NYCDOE;Travers Jennifer, NYCDOE

This session will discuss how classroom teachers use podcasting and blogging to increase student literacy with ELL students and learning disabled students in CTT classes.   It will focus on: 1)The process of making a podcasts.  2) How to engage students more effectively in the writing process by using web based graphic organizers to develop podcasts.  3) How to publish student work to the web and integrating it into your classroom blog so work can be viewed and commented on.

Introducing EDUni-NY: Virtual Worlds for Education

Highland H

Presenters:Catherine Norton-Barker, GST BOCES;Rene Carver, GST BOCES

Imagine learning about Ancient Civilizations by becoming a virtual Egyptian. How much more would you learn by building a virtual Science exhibit for students to visit? 3D-Virtual worlds enhance the curriculum by engaging students’ imaginations and creativity. Join us for a tour of EDUni-NY, a universe hosted by GST BOCES.

The Ripple Effect: Professional Development Models in the 21st Century

Highland J

Presenters:Shannon Logan, Erie 1 BOCES;Jenny Conklin, Erie 1 BOCES

21st Century technology leaders face the challenge of improving teacher technology literacy in the face of shrinking budgets, limited time, and lack of buy-in.  This session will provide examples, models, and resources to help administrators design effective professional development to meet both district/school goals and individual needs.

Google Tools – Lesson Ideas For Your Classroom

Highland K

Presenter:Carol LaRow, Niskayuna CSD

Need lesson ideas for using Google tools? See detailed lessons and other ideas you can replicate for your classroom, presented by a Google Certified Teacher. Sample topics: teaching historical novels; student book reviews online; math, science, literature, and history ideas. Tools: Docs, Presentation, Google Earth, Maps, Forms, Book Search, and more.

A Case Study: Implementing a Student Management System

Aqueduct AB

Presenter:Kieran O'Connor, East Syracuse Minoa Central Schools

This session will be a case study of implementing a new student management system from a legacy system. You'll find out the process East Syracuse Minoa used, find out what worked and what didn't, and have an opportunity to ask questions.

VMware View: Virtual Desktops*

Aqueduct CD

Presenter:Todd Crooks, Systems Management/Planning

Take Control of your desktop environment with VMware View.    Virtualizing your servers was just the beginning, representing only a small fraction of the systems you support.    Join SMP to learn how VMware VMware View virtual desktop will provide increased control of the desktop environment, improve service levels, save tech time, reduce costs, improve security, and significantly increase flexibility.     Learn how any user can access their “desktop” from anywhere on campus, or remotely.   Learn how you can reset an entire LAB to a pristine state in moments.

Common Cents Strategies for Connecting Your School Community*

Cascade AB

Presenter:Alex Thomas, Schoolwires

Need a common set of tools to empower communication; tips on managing the change process, speeding adoption, measuring outcomes? School districts need a stronger voice in their communities. This session takes a look at how one school district selected and implemented a savvy solution to connect with their community.

Schooldude.com*

Cascade CD

Presenter:Donna Hassig, Schooldude.com

Drive your students to write more with Criterion!*

Cascade EF

Presenter:Ohilda Holguin-Perdomo, Riverside Publishing

Criterion Service supports classroom instruction and assessment by giving students an overall score as well as immediate, individualized, constructive, and specific diagnostic feedback on their essays. These components improve the writing process (planning, drafting, feedback, revising, and sharing work) by providing a mechanism for students to draft essays, service immediate feedback, and revise work in the same or consecutive class periods.

Online Course Solutions for Student Success

Hyatt – Regency Ballroom AB

Presenter:Sarah Martabano, Lower Hudson Regional Information Center

Particpants will learn about various online resources that are available for districts to improve graduation rates, provide alternative solutions for content and scheduling for students as well as address local needs for response to intervention. National research and local results will be shared about the impact of online learning as well as some regional success stories will be shared with the group.