View Seminar: STEPS Series for School Leaders
| Seminar Name | STEPS Series for School Leaders |
|---|---|
| Seminar Brochure | Not set |
| External Seminar Brochure | Seminar Brochure |
| Seminar Short Desc | Join us for a 4-part virtual workshop series focused on New York State s new STEPS (Standards-based Educator Evaluation and Professional Support) system. Designed for school and district administrators, this series will guide participants through the key components of educator evaluation under Education Law 3012-e offering tools, strategies, and support for building or refining district plans. |
| Seminar Full Desc | STEPS Series for School Leaders: A 4-Part Virtual Professional Development Series
Are you ready to dive into New York State's new STEPS (Standards-based Educator Evaluation and Professional Support) system? This four-part Zoom series is designed specifically for school and district administrators who are building or refining educator evaluation systems aligned with Education Law 3012-e. Each session will provide practical guidance, resources, and time for discussion to help leaders create high-quality, standards-based evaluation and support plans. Session Schedule: Session #1: STEPS Series Kickoff Tuesday, September 25, 2025 | 1:00 PM 2:00 PM Overview of NYS Educator Evaluation Requirements & NYSED s Vision Session #2: Using a Needs Analysis to Select Teacher & Principal Measures Monday, October 27, 2025 | 1:00 PM 2:00 PM Learn how to identify priority standards and choose meaningful evaluation measures Session #3: Designing a STEPS Plan Requirements & Guidance Monday, November 17, 2025 | 9:00 AM 10:00 AM Review required components and expectations for your district s evaluation plan Session #4: Designing a STEPS Plan Developing the Components Tuesday, December 9, 2025 | 9:00 AM 10:00 AM Build the key elements of your plan from rubrics to observation cycles and professional supports This series is ideal for principals, assistant principals, district leaders, and new evaluators who want to deepen their understanding of the STEPS system and strengthen their district s approach to educator evaluation and professional growth. |
| Seminar Date | 11/17/2025 |
| Opening Time | 9:00 am |
| Closing Time | 10:00 am |
| Last Day To Register | 11/14/2025 [ Note: After this date, participation changes can be requested by e-mailing Laurie Sledge ] |
| Twin Seminar | Not set |
| Seminar Audience | School & District Leaders-Superintendents, Assistant Superintendents, Directors of Curriculum/Instruction, Principals and Assistant Principals |
| Seminar Prerequisites | Not set |
| Seminar Topics, Concepts & Resources | Not set |
| Seminar Broadcast Notes | Not set |
| Seminar Objectives | Participants will:
Develop a foundational understanding of the New York State Standards-based Educator Evaluation and Professional Support (STEPS) system and its alignment with Education Law 3012-e. Learn to apply a needs analysis to identify priority standards and select appropriate teacher and principal measures that support instructional improvement and educator growth. Gain the tools and knowledge needed to design and implement a comprehensive STEPS plan, including required components such as evaluation rubrics, observation protocols, scoring criteria, and professional support systems. |
| Work Summary | Not set |
| Assessment of Learning | Dialogue, Discussion, Stating Goals/Actions |
| Evaluation Summary Notes | Not set |
| Needed Changes | Not set |
| Next Steps | Not set |
| Online Course Type | Zoom |
| Site | Not set |
| Location | Not set |
| Site Status | Online |
| Duration | 1 Hour |
| Rolling Online Course | No |
| Moodle Online Course | Not set |
| Seminar Status | Available |
| Workshop | STEPS Series for School Leaders |
| Starting Registration | 8:30 am |
| Credit Hours | 1.00 |
| CTLE Eligible | Yes |
| Social Worker Continuing Ed | No |
| Course Type | Not set |
| Provider | 529 - Professional Development |
| Category | 529 - Professional Development |
| Alt Fee Per Participant | Not set |
| Public Notes | Not set |
| Cancelled Date | Not set |
| Added By | Jillian Putnam |
| Seminar Id | 10663 |
CTLE Activities
- Pedagogy
Facilitators
Districts That Can Send Participants
- Allegany-Limestone Central School
- Andover Central School
- Belfast Central School
- Bolivar-Richburg Central School
- Cattaraugus-Little Valley Central School
- Cuba-Rushford Central School
- Ellicottville Central School
- Fillmore Central School
- Franklinville Central School
- Friendship Central School
- Genesee Valley Central School
- Hinsdale Central School
- Olean City Schools
- Pioneer Central School
- Portville Central School
- Randolph Academy
- Randolph Central School
- Salamanca City Schools
- Scio Central School
- Wellsville Central School
- West Valley Central School
- Whitesville Central School
- CA-BOCES Admin
- CA-BOCES CTE
- CA-BOCES ISS
- CA-BOCES IT
- CA-BOCES Exceptional Education
- CA Teacher Center
Learning Standards
- 1 Knowledge Students and Student Learning
- 2 Knowledge of Content and Instruction
- 3 Instructional Practice
- 4 Learning Environment
- 5 Assessment for Learning
- 6 Responsibilities Collaboration
- 7 Professional Growth