In the blink of an eye, summer is drawing to a close. Teachers and school administrators, please soak in these next few days as time to relax, rest, and rejuvenate for the upcoming school year.
Join us on Wednesdays for our Mindful Morning Summer Series with Sara Steinweiss for tips and tricks on incorporating mindfulness into the finals days of summer and the school year beyond. Please see registration details on our website.
While being excited for the opportunities of the prospective school year, it is important to take a moment to reflect on the lessons learned in the past year.
This year, the PDRC has offered a variety of workshops tailored to fit the needs of the teachers and students we serve. These sessions ranged in topic from exploring diversity, equity, and inclusion strategies, implementing new curriculum development methods, integrating technology into the classroom through the use of AI, and supporting teachers through mindfulness strategies.
Some of these workshops included the New Habit of Mind: An Equity of Effort series with Dr. Donna Elam, AI: Equity, Effectiveness, and Access with Dr. Steven D’Agustino, and A Path Forward: Implementing Tangible Tools Towards Social Emotional Growth and Setting Positive Impactful Interventions for the Whole Child with Sara Steinweiss.
Thank you so much for your participation and feedback in these workshops; we look forward to next school year! Please continue to check the PDRC website for upcoming events, and please reach out with questions or feedback.
MINDFUL MORNINGS: SUMMER REPLENISHMENT SERIES FOR EDUCATORS
Sara Steinweiss,
Founder of Conflict Resolutions Systems
Wednesday, July 24, 2024; Wednesday, July 31, 2024
Wednesday, August 7, 2024; Wednesday, August 14, 2024
9:30 - 10:30 AM EST
Virtual Workshop
Recharge and rejuvenate with our Mindful Mornings: Summer Replenishment Series for Educators! Led by Sara Steinweiss, founder of Conflict Resolution Systems, LLC, this series offers a transformative journey across four engaging, one-hour workshops, each designed to infuse your mornings with positivity and mindfulness.
Grounded in the principles of positive psychology, these sessions will empower you with practical tools and techniques to cultivate mindfulness, enhance well-being, and foster a renewed sense of purpose. Join Sara to start your summer days with intention, clarity, and a vibrant zest for life. Let's create a positive ripple effect that extends from your personal well-being to your educational environment!
FORDHAM PDRC AUGUST EVENT SERIES
NYS SEAL OF BILITERACY WORKSHOP
Virtual Workshop
Tuesday, August 27, 2024
10:00 - 10:30 AM EST
Francisco Garcia-Quezada,
Regional Bilingual Education Resource Network
The NYS Seal of Biliteracy is an official Seal, medal, and certificate awarded by the NYS Department of Education to students that have met the criterias. It has proven to be very valuable to students both when applying to college and when seeking a job opportunity after high school, by providing evidence of their ability to communicate in another language in addition to English. Our invited guest, Francisco Garcia-Quezada has first hand experience with the process and as a member of Fordham University CEP, and the Regional BIlingual Education Resource Network, he supports schools that offer or want to start a Seal of Biliteracy program as part of their curriculum
In-Person Workshop
Wednesday, August 28, 2024
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST
Academy of St. Joseph
111 Washington Place, New York NY, 10014
Dr. Gerry Cattaro,
Executive Director, The Center for Catholic School Leadership and Faith-Based Education, Division of Educational Leadership, Administration, and Policy
Keynote: Ethics in the Classroom
Teachers will engage in a robust discussion around the implementation of ethics in the classroom, and how to best prepare students for the upcoming school year.
BREAKOUT SESSIONS
Dr. Carol Kennedy,
Kennedy Bennett Solutions, LLC
Book Study: Happy Teachers Change the World
In this follow-up session, teachers will learn more about the practical ways to implement the SEL practices described in the book "Happy Teachers Change the World" by Thich Nhat Han in the classroom.
Dr. Steven D‘Agustino,
Director of Online Learning, Fordham University
AI in the Classroom: Understanding its Impact and Potential
This session provides an overview of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its relevance to educational settings. It covers the basics of AI, its potential uses in teaching and learning, and key ethical considerations. The session will offer insights into how AI can support educational practices and student engagement, preparing for a future where AI is increasingly prevalent.
In-Person Workshop
Thursday, August 29, 2024
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM EST
St. Ignatius School
740 Manida St., Bronx NY 10474
Dr. Carol Kennedy,
Kennedy Bennett Solutions, LLC
Morning Workshop Navigating Together: SEL Strategies for a Post-Pandemic World
This session examines the long-term effects of the pandemic on the mental health of students, and how it was affected their social and emotional learning and overall well-being.
Reginald Bennett,
Kennedy Bennett Solutions, LLC
Afternoon Workshop Tech-Savvy Learning: Embracing Technology for Student Engagement
This session delves into how technology can enhance teaching, particularly through the integration of literacy and continuous progress monitoring in a post-COVID environment.
Student Self-Actualization and Personal Expression through Music by Dr. Carol Kennedy Ph. D, and Reginald Bennett, Jr. M.A. Kennedy Bennett Solutions, LLC
Implementing Phenomenon Based Learning by Chris Link Ph. D, Education Consultant (Grades 7-12
(Recorded on August 17th, 2023)
Additional Resources
LEADERSHIP AND SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL SUPPORT
In June 2020, Dr. Amelio D’Onofrio and Dr. Adele Ellis talked about the role of teachers and school leaders as part of the front lines at the height of the pandemic. They emphasized the resilience demonstrated by teachers and shared ways to cope in time of adversity.
Discover how educators played their part in showing leadership and social-emotional support for students and more.
What is culturally responsive and relevant teaching and learning? How can we ensure that our work proceeds with rigor remotely?
These questions framed a deep reflection and conversation on educators’ responsibility to teach with a cultural mindset to create a social justice lens in learning.
(PODCAST) HOW DO WE USE PERFORMANCE ARTS TECHNIQUES TO SUPPORT LEARNING?
If you're an educator looking to reinvent the way you approach students' learning, listen to this podcast episode where Robert Alovisetti, Principal of Astoria Lutheran School, shared some unique ways to support and facilitate learning amongst students using performance arts techniques.
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