UPK EDM will provide a comprehensive and engaging educational experience focused on fine arts, STEM, sports, mindfulness, and social-emotional learning. The goal of the program is to offer students a dynamic environment where UPK students can explore their interests through various activities, including arts and crafts, coding, robotics, movement, fitness, and mindfulness. The program will also emphasize the development of social-emotional skills, fostering personal growth through music, movement, and artistic expression. Additionally, the program aims to provide after-school care for UPK families in the district..

F26-01019 HAVING A MINDUL MINDSET TO ACHIEVE OPTIMAL WELLNESS Stefan Serie — stefanserieSCOPE@yahoo.com 3 Credits—Inservice — October 7 — December 15 This course explores the powerful connection between mindfulness (being present in the moment) and mindset (how we choose to think) as the foundational tools for achieving optimal wellness.Wellness is approached as an active pursuit of positive tendencies, constructive decision-making, and a healthy lifestyle that integrates physical, emotional, and social health.By mastering these two concepts, educators and students will learn to move beyond passive health goals toward a proactive, fulfilling and resilient way of life.An optional Google Meet will be offered on ? & ? to support participant discussion, questions, and real-time collaboration.

F26-11049 HOW TO PROVIDE EFFECTIVE FEEDBACK Richard Faber - Fabes888@gmail.com 3 Credits - Inservice - October 7 — December 15 The aim of feedback is reducing the gap between students’ current abilities and learning goals.With an effect size of .79, the practice of giving students feedback enhancessuccessful learning through all phases of instruction.Feedback achieves great resultsespecially when students make errors or demonstrate a lack of understanding,presenting an opportunity for deeper learning and positive growth. An optional Google Meet session will be available to facilitate real-time collaboration, participant discussions, and Q&A.

As required by Sections 3003 and 3004 of Education Law, all educators seeking initial or permanent state certification or other professionals seeking NYS licensing must complete two hours of coursework in the identification and reporting of suspected child abuse and maltreatment. Upon conclusion of the workshop, each participant will receive a certificate of completion.

F26-01131 INSPIRING YOUNG MINDS—K—12 Amy Miller—amillerteach10@gmail.com 3 Credits—Inservice — October 7 — December 15 Teachers will be asked to read picture books that promote mindfulness, empathy, and social/emotional learning (can be used in all grade levels), view TED talks, and explore videos & articles.Learn to navigate the website GoNoodle.com, to help students cope with things that may arise in their daily lives.Teachers willparticipate in breathing and meditation exercises using the Insight Timer (this is a free app), which is for both the teacher and the student.Each assignment will explore a new aspect of mindfulness, social/emotional learning, andempathy and can be used in many subject areas. All material accessedfrom links provided.

F26-12024INTEGRATING TECHNOLOGY TO ENHANCE STUDENTS LANGUAGE SKILLS Kristina Giannetti—Kgiannettiscope@gmail.com 3 Credits - Inservice - October 7 — December 15 This course was created for Speech Language Pathologists, Classroom Teachers, and special Education Teachers to enhance their students’ language skills by utilizing engaging technology in your classroom. You will be provided with tips and strategies to assist students with speech-language disorders. However, these tips are applicable to ALL learners. This course will introduce you to or help you learn more about a variety of different technology sources. Most of them are completely free or have a free version you can utilize. Upon completion, you will have a portfolio of lessons to be used in the classroom.