Byram Hills

Manhattanville College Rose Institute: Orton-Gillingham Learning Pathway : Multisensory Structured Literacy Instruction 1

DESCRIPTION: 

This course is offered through the Rose Institute for Learning and Literacy. Multisensory Structured Literacy Instruction 1 introduces participants to the fundamental elements of an Orton-Gillingham based approach characterized by explicit teaching of foundational literacy skills. The course includes an introduction to phonology and basic phonics, and focuses on instruction to promote fluency, vocabulary acquisition, and an understanding of the structure of the language. The content includes information on dyslexia and language-based learning disabilities, strategies for multisensory instruction, using assessment results for small/large group lessons, and planning an Orton-Gillingham lesson. The scientifically-based methodology is explicit, interactive, diagnostic, multisensory, and integrated. The course is designed for general and special-education teachers, administrators, curriculum specialists, and speech and reading specialists, and is recommended for instructional assistants and tutors.

DATES/TIMES:

9 AM - 4 PM - All Virtual

JULY 29, 2024 - AUGUST 2, 2024

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CREDIT OPTIONS -

 

IN-SERVICE:

CREDITS: 2 In-Service Credit (30 HRS)

COST: $400 (District will pay the difference)

Click HERE to register through Frontline Professional Growth (MLP)

**WHEN REGISTERING, PLEASE SELECT 'DISTRICT BILLING' AS PAYMENT & 'IN-SERVICE CREDIT' ON THE 2ND PINK FORM**

COST FOR IN-SERVICE CREDIT: Payment should be sent at the time of registration. Please make check payable to Byram Hills and send to the District Office, Attention: Colin O'Connor. For this course, the fee is $400. The District will cover the cost of the difference. Registration cannot be approved on Frontline Professional Growth until payment is received at the District Office.

 

GRADUATE CREDIT:

GRADUATE CREDIT (3 CREDITS)

COST: $2,040

**APPLY, REGISTER & PAY ONLINE THROUGH MANHATTANVILLE COLLEGE** - CLICK HERE TO APPLY!

**PLEASE CONTACT JOHANNA SIRAGUSA AFTER COMPLETING THIS COURSE FOR GRADUTE CREDITS**

 

STIPEND:

$500 + District will pay for the course

Click HERE to register through Frontline Professional Growth (MLP)

**WHEN REGISTERING, PLEASE SELECT 'DISTRICT BILLING' AS PAYMENT & 'STIPEND' ON THE 2ND PINK FORM**

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Multisensory Structured Literacy Instruction 1 is a prerequisite for this course.

Manhattanville College Rose Institute: Orton-Gillingham Learning Pathway : Multisensory Structured Literacy Instruction 2

DESCRIPTION: 

This course is offered through the Rose Institute for Learning and Literacy. It is the second course in the Orton-Gillingham Academy training sequence and is taught by an Orton-Gillingham Fellow. This is the Orton-Gillingham Associate Level course.

Multisensory Structured Literacy Instruction 2 expands knowledge of all topics covered in Multisensory Structured Literacy Instruction 1. Topics include intermediate phonics and morphology; Latin prefixes, roots, and suffixes; vocabulary, fluency, and writing simple and complex sentences and paragraphs, and learning to read, interpret and use assessment results to plan instruction. There will be mock tutoring with evaluation and critique. Participants will hone their ability to differentiate instruction for students who need challenge and those who struggle. Successful completion of Multisensory Structured Literacy Instruction 1 is a pre-requisite for this course

DATES/TIMES:

9 AM - 4 PM - All Virtual

AUGUST 5, 2024 - AUGUST 9, 2024

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CREDIT OPTIONS -

 

IN-SERVICE:

CREDITS: 2 In-Service Credit (30 HRS)

COST: $400 (District will pay the difference)

Click HERE to register through Frontline Professional Growth (MLP)

**WHEN REGISTERING, PLEASE SELECT 'DISTRICT BILLING' AS PAYMENT & 'IN-SERVICE CREDIT' ON THE 2ND PINK FORM**

COST FOR IN-SERVICE CREDIT: Payment should be sent at the time of registration. Please make check payable to Byram Hills and send to the District Office, Attention: Colin O'Connor. For this course, the fee is $400. The District will cover the cost of the difference. Registration cannot be approved on Frontline Professional Growth until payment is received at the District Office.

 

GRADUATE CREDIT:

GRADUATE CREDIT (3 CREDITS)

COST: $2,040

**APPLY, REGISTER & PAY ONLINE THROUGH MANHATTANVILLE COLLEGE** - CLICK HERE TO APPLY!

**PLEASE CONTACT JOHANNA SIRAGUSA AFTER COMPLETING THIS COURSE FOR GRADUTE CREDITS**

 

STIPEND:

$500 + District will pay for the course

Click HERE to register through Frontline Professional Growth (MLP)

**WHEN REGISTERING, PLEASE SELECT 'DISTRICT BILLING' AS PAYMENT & 'STIPEND' ON THE 2ND PINK FORM**

*Can be taken as a three day institute or individual literacy workshops.

*Register through MLP for approval first. Once approved, you will receive an email with a link to register and pay for the workshop(s) on the consultant’s website. (For in-service credit participants only)

DESCRIPTION: 

Learn to leverage literacy and executive functioning skills for academic gains in ELA and all content area subjects. 

• Workshops can be taken in-person or virtually as a three-day institute or individual, single-day workshops. 

• Discounts apply for three-day and in-person participation. 

• Lunch is included for in-person, full-day participants.  

Grade: 1-8 Classroom Teachers

Consultant: The Winward School

Location: In-person at the Windward Westchester Lower School Campus in White Plain, NY, or virtual (virtual sessions for the morning only: 9-11:30 a.m.)

Workshop One: Tuesday, July 9 

Leveraging Multiple-strategy Instruction to Build Literacy Skills and Conceptual Understanding Across Subjects   

Workshop Two: Wednesday, July 10

Knowledge Building in Language Arts and Content Area Classes  

Workshop Three: Thursday, July 11 

Supporting the Executive Function Skills that Underpin Reading, Writing, and Content Literacy

This two-day synchronous online workshop, consists of four 3-hour sessions focused on: developing an equitable and supportive math learning community, facilitating productive mathematical discussions, the role and purpose of Math Workshop, and differentiating instruction to support the range of learners.
 

• In this workshop, participants:

  • consider the elements of a productive and supportive math learning community and how that community can support agency and identity

  • experience and reflect on the role and purpose of Math Workshop as a structure that supports math learning as well as student agency

  • look at the role of class discussions and reflect on how to plan and facilitate meaningful and productive math discussions

  • examine the 8 instructional strategies that form the basis of differentiation in Investigations 3 and consider how they can be used to support the range of learners

  • examine videos of Investigations classrooms in action and analyze student work

  • work in various groupings (K-5, K-2/3-5, individual grade levels), depending on the task

Who Should Attend: K-5 educators who have some experience with the curriculum and want to learn more about Investigations 3.

Upcoming Course: July 31 - August 1, 2024

Tuition: $275 per participant until 5/1/24; $300 until registration closes; $325 after 7/17/24.

Credit Option: 1 in-service credits with 3 hours of independent or collaborative study

THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS 7/15/2024.

REGISTER HERE!

The Math Institute will tackle the intricacies of teaching mathematics to a diverse array of learners. The core focus is on the fundamental concepts outlined in the curriculum, offering a plethora of supportive strategies and models aimed at nurturing mathematical thought processes. The goal is to effectively engage, instruct, and challenge the full spectrum of students encountered in classrooms.

During this session, participants will have the opportunity to delve into:

Big Ideas: Exploring key concepts, strategies, and models aligned with the curriculum to foster mathematical comprehension across different grade levels.

Utilizing Thinking Routines and Models: Discovering how to leverage thinking routines and models as powerful tools to customize and enrich mathematical understanding for students spanning from those below grade level to those several grades ahead.

Fostering Critical Mathematical Dispositions: Promoting active participation in cultivating essential mathematical mindsets and habits among all students.

Upon conclusion, participants will depart equipped with:

A Comprehensive Toolkit: Access to a diverse range of routines and mathematical models adaptable to their unique classroom settings and current curriculum.


CREDIT OPTIONS:

STIPEND ($50 PER HR) OR
1/2 In-Service Credit

*For in-service, please send a check for $100 payable to 'Byram Hills' to Colin O'Conner at the District Office.

REGISTER HERE before 5/31/24

This 7-week asynchronous online workshop focuses on the teaching and learning of fractions in the Investigations curriculum. Through online interactive activities and discussions, participants learn how grade 2-5 students make sense of, compare, and compute with fractions using representations and reasoning. Participants will also consider how to best support students in their learning.

• In this workshop, participants:

  • experience the development of ideas about fractions in Investigations across grades 2-5
  •  engage in activities that involve representing, comparing and computing with fractions
  • learn about models and representations that support students in making sense of fractions and operations involving fractions
  • examine classroom video, vignettes, and student work to see how students work on fractions in Investigations and how teachers support students’ progress
  • consider issues of equity as students engage in the work of making sense of fractions

Who Should Attend: Educators who want to learn more about the teaching and learning of fractions (Grades 2-5) in the Investigations curriculum.

Upcoming Course: June 19 - August 6, 2024. 

Tuition: $450 per participant until 5/1/24; $500 until registration closes; $550 after 6/7/24.

Credit Option: 2.5 in-service credits

THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS 6/7/2024.

REGISTRATION IS CLOSED

This 7-week asynchronous online workshop focuses on the teacher’s role in supporting the range of learners in K-5 math classrooms. Appropriate for both users and non-users of the Investigations curriculum, the weekly sessions include interactive math tasks and discussions, as well as opportunities to analyze student thinking, and explore a variety of instructional strategies to effectively support and engage all students in math learning. Specific work is expected each week; participants choose when to complete the work.
 

• In this workshop, participants:

  • explore ways to create a supportive and productive learning environment that empowers all students as math learners 

  • examine strategies for differentiating instruction, supporting math language, conducting formative assessments, and creating groupings to further all students’ math learning 

  • consider ways to effectively plan and facilitate math discussions that support and engage the range of learners

  • analyze student work and classroom video, and consider instructional moves that extend, deepen, and invite math reasoning

  • collaborate with colleagues through interactive discussion forums in order think about how to support students with diverse learning profiles 

Who Should Attend: K-5 teachers, special educators, math coaches, and others who are interested in thinking more about how to support mathematics learning for all students. 

Upcoming Course: June 19 - August 6, 2024. 

Tuition: $450 per participant until 5/1/24; $500 until registration closes; $550 after 6/7/24.

Credit Option: 2.5 in-service credits

THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS 6/7/2024.

REGISTRATION IS CLOSED

This blended online course provides students with an introduction to the nature and needs of students with dyslexia. This course addresses dyslexia's neurobiological origins, its effect on language and literacy development, and variations in the processing and development of the various elements of language and literacy among students with and without dyslexia. This course addresses Knowledge and Practice Standards for Teachers of Reading set forth by the International Dyslexia Association.

Dates: September 5, 2024 - December 19, 2024 
Format: Virtual Synchronous sessions w/ Asynchronous learning modules, every Thursday @ 7:15pm
Credits: 3 Graduate Credits
Audience: K-5 classroom and special education teachers; 6-12 ELA and special education teachers.
Cost: $3,150

REGISTER HERE FOR APPROVAL!
***After receiving approval on Frontline/MLP, please apply, register, and pay for the course through the Manhattanville website
https://www.mville.edu/admissions-and-aid/admissions/undergradua

THE PRACTICUM IS A TWO-SEMESTER PROGRAM. THERE ARE NO CLASS MEETINGS. ALL WORK IS DONE IN THE TEACHER'S CLASSROOM WITH INDIVIDUAL, VIRTUAL MEETINGS WITH THEIR MENTOR. THE TEACHER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT 5 VIDEOS OF AN ENTIRE LESSON. TWO VIDEOS ARE TO BE SUBMITTED DURING THE FALL SEMESTER AND 3 DURING THE SPRING SEMESTER. THE TEACHER WILL HAVE AN INDIVIDUAL VIRTUAL MEETING WITH THEIR MENTOR AFTER THE VIDEO IS REVIEWED. IN ADDITION, THE MENTOR IS AVAILABLE FOR SUPPORT AND QUESTIONS DURING THE ENTIRE EXPERIENCE.

FALL 2024 - Semester 1: Multisensory Structured Literacy Practicum 1

Prerequisite: Successful completion of EDU 5630 is a prerequisite for this course.

 

SPRING 2025 - Semester 2: Multisensory Structured Literacy Practicum 2

Prerequisite: Successful completion of EDU 5630 & Practicum 1 are the prerequisites for this course.

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CREDITS OPTIONS:

GRADUATE CREDIT

(3 CREDITS per semester)

COST:

- TEACHER PAYS $2,040 PER SEMESTER

- IN ADDITION, DISTRICT WILL PAY THE $1500 PRACTICUM FEE AND $100 REGISTRATION FEE

**REGISTER & PAY ONLINE THROUGH MANHATTANVILLE COLLEGE**

 

IN-SERVICE CREDIT (4 CREDITS)

COST:

- TEACHER WILL PAY THE DISTRICT $800. THE DISTRICT WILL PAY THE $100 REGISTRATION FEE.

 

Successful completion of the practicum (in-service or graduate options) earns the ORTON-GILLINGHAM CLASSROOM EDUCATOR CERTIFICATE issued by the Orton-Gillingham Academy.

 

 PLEASE CONTACT JOHANNA SIRAGUSA IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN TAKING THIS PRACTIC

Explore the structures and strategies you can use to gather formative assessment data to drive instruction that is targeted for increased student achievement. Design formative assessments for use with your students that can be used remotely or in person.

SYLLABUS:

1. Developing formative assessments across four categories: temperature gauges, breakpoint assessments, student-­directed assessments, and comprehensive assessments
2. Using formative assessment data to differentiate classroom activities
3. Using formative assessment data to drive facilitation in any environment
4. Designing formative assessment grids to allow participants to easily collect and track assessment data from students working in class and remotely

Participants in this course will use ' Reinventing the Classroom Experience' by Dr. Nancy Sulla as a resource. The assigned book must be purchased in advance.

For those taking this course for In-Service credit, payment should be sent at the time of registration.
Please make checks payable to Byram Hills and send to the District Office, Attention: Colin O'Connor. The fee is $400.
Registration cannot be approved on Frontline Professional Growth until payment is received at the District Office.

Participants will receive a certificate of completion at the end of the course. Completion of this course also requires a 5 Hour Independent Action Research Component. Credits will not be awarded until the certificate and component are uploaded to MLP and the activity is marked complete.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS 10/30/24.

Dates: November 4, 2024 - December 20, 2024 
Format: Virtual Synchronous sessions w/ Asynchronous learning modules
Credits: 2 In-Service Credits
Cost: $400

REGISTER HERE FOR APPROVAL!

How can teachers support English Language Learners (ELLs) in their classrooms? Participants will explore 7 Essential Elements for ELL Support: physical space, scaffolding, resources, explicit language instruction, facilitation, emotional wellness, and social engagement. They will learn actionable strategies to help students and teachers thrive. Strategies will be tailored to each participant's grade level and subject area.

For those taking this course for In-Service credit, payment should be sent at the time of registration.
Please make checks payable to Byram Hills and send to the District Office, Attention: Colin O'Connor. The fee is $400.
Registration cannot be approved on Frontline Professional Growth until payment is received at the District Office.

Participants will receive a certificate of completion at the end of the course. Completion of this course also requires a 5 Hour Independent Action Research Component. Credits will not be awarded until the certificate and component are uploaded to MLP and the activity is marked complete.

REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS 10/30/24.

Dates: November 4, 2024 - December 20, 2024 
Format: Virtual Synchronous sessions w/ Asynchronous learning modules
Credits: 2 In-Service Credits
Cost: $400

REGISTER HERE FOR APPROVAL!

Click on the links below

• How Do I register for a Learning Lab Course?
• What do I do after completing a Learning Lab Course?

1. Payment for in-service credit:

• Payment should be sent to the District Office at the time of registration.
• Please make checks payable to Byram Hills and send to the District Office, attention: Colin O'Connor.
• For a ½-credit course (7½-hours), the fee is $100.
• For a 1-credit course (15-hours), the fee is $200.
• For a 2-credit course (30-hours), the fee is $400.
• For a 3-credit course (45-hours), the fee is $600.

2. Audit a course:

• At times, certain courses may be offered for "audit." To audit a course means that the District will pay for the course, however, teachers are not provided a stipend for participation. 

3. Stipends: 

• At times, certain courses, offered in the summer only, may provide teachers a stipend for participation at the current summer curriculum workshop rate. 

All registrations are to be done through My Learning Plan

Course registration is limited. Teachers will be admitted to the course in the order in which they submit payment. Approval will not be granted until receipt of payment.

Please note that courses may be cancelled if the minimum enrollment requirements are not met within 5 days prior to the start of the course.

Teachers who withdraw from a course must provide notice no less than 5 school days prior to the start of the course in order to receive a refund.

• Information and Instructions - For teachers and/or administrators who would like to teach a Learning Lab course.

   

• Course Proposal Application - For teachers and/or administrators who would like to teach a Learning Lab course.

Any questions or comments about the Byram Hills Learning Lab can be directed to:

 

Johanna Siragusa Carozza

914 - 273 - 9200, x4967