The Center for Professional Learning at SWBOCES

Developing equitable and inclusive classrooms, schools, and districts is the foundation of our work.

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In late April, educators gathered for a special morning screening of The Librarians and a powerful conversation about intellectual freedom and access to information in schools. #swbocesplcs #swbocessls

📸 Photos courtesy of the Jacob Burns Film Center.

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From April’s Hudson Valley PR/HYLI event 💙

Pictured: the 2025–2026 Hudson Valley PR/HYLI Outstanding Student Delegates, who exemplify leadership, teamwork, and pride in representing their schools and communities.

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Last week was full of activity at the Center for Professional Learning & Curriculum Support.
We’ll be sharing highlights from several programs and events over the next couple of weeks. #swbocesplcs #swboceshvrbern

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During #SchoolLibraryMonth, SLS at PLCS celebrates school libraries as welcoming spaces where every student belongs, every voice matters, and every story is valued.
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April is #SchoolLibraryMonth! SLS at PLCS supports school libraries in sparking connections — between students, teachers, ideas, and resources — building bridges that fuel learning and curiosity.
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We were honored to kick off the keynote session with Joe Manozzi introducing keynote speaker Olga Nesi. 🎤📚

Thank you for helping set the tone for a day focused on the impact of school libraries and instructional excellence. #swbocesplcs

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We’re underway at the SLS Annual Joint Conference! 📚
A great welcome to kick off a day of learning and collaboration. #swbocesplcs

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Educators collaborating at our Early Learning (PK–3) Educators Network. Thank you to Dr. Linda Hatfield Morzello of Literacy Learning Link Inc. for a great session on oral language, literacy & comprehension!

#EarlyLearning #Literacy #EduLeaders #swbocesplcs

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Strengthen your approach to NYSSLS Regents Physics cluster questions with hands-on practice, scoring, and question design.

🔗 https://t.co/mofWTMNjTW

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School Libraries Empower Students
Celebrate #SchoolLibraryMonth! SLS at PLCS supports school libraries that empower students to explore boldly, ask questions, and grow as confident, independent learners.
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Last week’s evacuation drill was a success—PLCS Supervisor of Safety & Facilities Brandon Cruz and Senior Director Mary Beth Wilson were happy to see everyone safely accounted for.

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Explore the new UFLI vocabulary resource and leave with practical strategies to strengthen language comprehension and support orthographic mapping.

🔗 https://t.co/DFwJzzWS3n

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Fostering Student Talk & Navigating “Touchy” Topics – Thursday, April 16

Learn strategies for meaningful, respectful student discussions and leave with tools to engage students effectively.

🔗 https://t.co/6tAsaL1Axo

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This #SchoolLibraryMonth, we celebrate school libraries transforming learning! With support from SLS at PLCS, libraries foster creativity, research skills, and digital literacy across every classroom.
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Launching the Seal of Civic Readiness – Wednesday, April 15. Explore the Civic Readiness initiative and leave with actionable steps to implement the Seal in your high school.

🔗 https://t.co/VU7Jp1lvqR

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Strengthen K–2 writing instruction with The Hochman Method. Build from sentences to compositions using evidence-based strategies—plus access to tools and resources.

📅 April 8 & May 7 (Virtual)
🔗 https://t.co/Gg9CN5IWkb

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Design engaging PE experiences with theme-based units that connect movement, storytelling, literacy, and community. Explore strategies for adapted and elementary settings.

🔗 https://t.co/fCSZHCmrIS

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Build clarity and coherence in your systems. CoSer 563 members will explore how to align special education, MTSS, and student supports for stronger impact.

🔗 https://t.co/EATiRYUK3c

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Organize systems that support all learners. CoSer 563 members will explore how special education, MTSS, and student supports align to build clarity, equity, and impact.

🔗 https://t.co/EATiRYUK3c

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Explore inheritance & variation of traits through a hands-on Science Investigation on lactose tolerance on April 8. Analyze mutations, model inheritance, and connect to Biology Regents expectations.

🔗 https://t.co/zxuaEghiiI

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